Women-only Hike | Frome, Mells & Vallis Vale | SOMERSET

This is my favourite local walk from my home town and I thought I would share it with you all! Join us for a picture perfect countryside walk from the quaint town of Frome along the mysterious and mossy woodland in Vallis Vale to the beautiful village of Mells and back along rolling countryside fields. There will be the options to finish with a drink or tea in one of the coffee shops or pubs in town.

Distance: 16km / 10 miles

Time: ~6 hours

Elevation: 250m

Grade: Intermediate (find out more about our grades here)

Terrain: Cobbled streets, muddy footpaths, gravel tracks, country lanes.

About your guide:

Hi I'm Alice, qualified mountain leader and CEO of The Adventure Girls Club. I'm passionate about reconnecting women back nature through adventure and outdoor skills. I set up the club because I didn't feel like I belonged in the outdoor community and I wanted to create a safe space for women like me to head out and enjoy the outdoors in their own way. I love meeting all the lush people who come along to our events and it's best feeling seeing everyone come away feeling more connected to nature and making connections with other like-minded women too.

Transport:

We will meet outside the River House Cafe.

By Car: The best place to park is the Cheese & Grain (or Market place) car park here. The cafe is right next to the car park.

By train/bus: There are regular trains and buses to Frome, it is about a 10 minute walk from the train station and a 2 minute walk from the Bus stop.

Liftshare: It would be great to liftshare as much as possible, if you need a lift or can offer someone a lift please post in the lift share WhatsApp group here.

What to bring:

• Hiking boots
• Plenty of snacks and a packed lunch
• Water (at least 1 litre)
• Waterproofs/warm layers/hat/gloves
• Small first aid kit with personal Medic*tion
• A day rucksack to put water, lunch and layers in.

Consent Form:

If you are booked onto the hike please fill in one of these forms no later than the night before. You will not be allowed to partake in the hike unless you have filled out this form.

Toilets:

There are toilets at the beginning of the hike but apart from that you will have to embrace what I like to call a 'wild wee'! Luckily, the walk has plenty of hidden spots for this. If you need to go, just tell someone in the group and hang back for some privacy.

Safety:

I like to make these hikes as enjoyable as possible for everyone, so I keep a slow and steady pace. It's about taking in the views and being in nature, not about rushing to the finish line. Having said that, you are responsible for your own health and safety. If you are unsure as to whether you are fit to come on these hikes, please either consult your doctor or let me know your concerns.

I am a Qualified Mountain Leader and I am level 3 Outdoor First Aid trained so I will be on hand in case of an emergency.

Dogs:

Well behaved dogs are allowed on my walks, however I cannot guarantee that all stiles are dog friendly. Dogs will need to go on leads when walking through livestock or near roads.

Refund Policy

Refunds will only be given if the event is cancelled. If you can no longer attend you are more than welcome to sell your ticket to someone else but please let me know if you do so.

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This event is for over 18’s only.

Host or Publisher Alice Keegan