Walking Festivals along the beautiful Heart of Wessex, Bristol to Weymouth railway line.

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Frome Walking Festival

Frome’s annual Walking Festival offers a diverse weekend programme of guided walks, trails and activities for young and old alike. Explore Frome’s history and heritage and the beautiful surrounding countryside in walks ranging from easy afternoon strolls to longer riverside rambles.

The Walking Festival returns for 2026 from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th August. More information

Bradford on Avon Walking Festival

The 2026 Walking Festival will be held on the weekend of Friday 4th, Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of September. More information

Bookings now open for festival walks and events.

Wessex Wanderer Railway Walks are supporting this festival by leading a joint walk on Friday 4 September - Beautiful River Avon and River Frome Valleys