FAQ’s

It depends on your walking speed. On average it takes around 7-8 hours, however in the past some walkers have finished by 3pm, others after 6pm.

We’d recommend a couple of shorter practise walks to determine your walking speed. If you finish after the Newbridge finish line closed (at 18:30) don’t worry – we will still send you a medal after the event!

Yes. New for 2026 is RUN the Circuit of Bath. Sign up for a RUN Circuit of Bath 35km ticket and start from Bathampton.

A good idea is to go out 2-3 times a week, slowly increase the distance that you cover and vary your terrain, so you’re prepared for the hilly sections of the walk. Start with 10km around your local area and increase the distance in 5km increments. You could always pick a circular walk and repeat to ensure you can increase the mileage while staying safe.

The route is really varied and is very hilly in parts. The main large hills are:

1. Little Solsbury Hill located between Kingswood Pavilion and George Inn checkpoints

2. Hill up to Lansdown (Between Newbridge P&R and Kingswood Pavilion checkpoints)

New for 2026 – MINI Circuit of Bath 11km – this route which takes you between Bathampton and Limpley Stoke is buggy/wheelchair friendly.

The full 35km WALK contains stiles and kissing gates, making it unsuitable for buggies/wheelchairs. Parts of the route can become waterlogged and boggy after a prolonged period of wet weather. We will advise all participants of any such issues leading up to the event.

What do I need to bring & wear?

• Hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes. If you’re running the route, make sure you have suitable trail running footwear
  Good walking socks, these will help prevent blisters and prevent your feet from over sweating
• Blister plasters
• Backpack
• Water bottles (2 litres at least). There will be refill stations at each checkpoint
• Packed lunch & lots of snacks (good
• Walking snacks include nuts, dried fruit, cereal bars etc)
• Extra layers like a fleece, hats, gloves (the weather can quickly change)
• Waterproofs (especially a coat)
• Sunglasses & sunscreen (sun hat if weather looking particularly warm)
• Fully charged mobile phone
• Cash /card to buy coffee & snacks
• Camera for those awesome views

Please see our map which has timings between each checkpoint.

Each walker will receive route directions, along with a lanyard and map holder, when they register on the day"

Yes. Tickets in advance are on sale until Thursday 18th September at Midday. Entries on the day are £50 each, kids and dogs still go free.

There are water refills at all checkpoints. However, please ensure you bring plenty of water with you. There are free toilets at all of the checkpoints, apart from the toilets at Newbridge Park and Ride which are council run and cost 20p to enter. Please bring a few 20ps with you if you are passing this checkpoint.

There will be refreshment stops along the route. The Angelfish Café at the canal centre, and a coffee van at Kingswood Pavilion. There will be other volunteer-run refreshments along the route. These will be made clear to participants nearer the time. Please bring cash to support them. The profits will be split between Julian House and the community projects.

If you’re walking the full 35km route, we recommend taking a packed lunch. However, if you do wish to stop there are several pub options on route including Bathampton Mill, The George, the Packhorse in Southstoke, Hope & Anchor in Midford and The Angelfish café at Limpley Stoke. Please check their websites to see if they are open on the day and if you need to place a booking in advance. Unless you are purchasing from these establishments, please do not eat your own packed lunch at their tables.

Parking at the Newbridge P&R costs £2.00 per day.

George Inn at Bathampton has free parking for a maximum 3hrs (best for drop-off/pick up).

If you plan to leave your car at Bathampton, please enter your car registration when purchasing a ticket.

If you need to use our free shuttle service to return to a previous checkpoint, make yourself known to our checkpoint staff and a Wessex 4x4 vehicle will be with you within as soon as possible, free of charge.

Yes, but must be kept on a lead and not on the seats.

If you purchase a FUNDRAISER ENTRY ticket, Rachel from our Events Team will be in touch to help you with your fundraising. By setting up a Just Giving page you can easily share this with friends and family who will be happy to support you. We can also email you a paper sponsorship form.

Monday raised via your Just Giving page comes directly to us.

Any money raised offline can be sent with your sponsorship form to Julian House, 27 Rosewell Court, Kingsmead, Bath, BA1 2AQ. Alternatively you can do a direct bank transfer.

Please contact us for our bank details at rachel.avent@julianhouse.org.uk

Yes absolutely, please email rachel.avent@julianhouse.org.uk