The River Parrett Trail

Follow a river from source to mouth. If you like walking through beautiful countryside with lots of opportunities to stop off and explore market towns, villages and eat great food then the River Parrett Trail in Somerset is for you.

This 50 mile footpath follows the river from its source in the Dorset hills through tranquil Somerset countryside to its mouth in the Bristol Channel.

As you would expect, it is primarily flat with just a few climbs to take in the spectacular views. It is designed to be enjoyed slowly over several days allowing time to stop off to visit attractions and award winning tea rooms and pubs where you can relax in front of an open fire and enjoy quality local food and drink. Or you can enjoy the trail as a series of shorter walks exploring some of the beautiful countryside.

The route is way-marked and a leaflet The River Parrett Trail - follow the river from Source to Mouth is available free at Information Centres or contact Yeovil Information on  01935 845 946 or email yeoviltic@southsomerset.gov.uk.

Find out more about the River Parrett and the landscape and heritage of the area at the Langport & River Parrett Visitor Centre on 01458 250 350 where you can also hire bikes.