‘Spectacular’ 30-minute clifftop walking trail

Tucked away in the seaside town of Clevedon in North Somerset, Poet’s Walk is a beautiful coastal route that is a little over a mile in length. The walking trail features limestone grassland, woodland, a rich diversity of wildlife, an Iron Age fort, a Second World War shelter, and gorgeous views across the Bristol Channel. The walking trail is named after English poets Alfred Tennyson and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, who were both inspired by the stunning views. 

The Poet’s Walk starts to the right-hand side of St Andrew’s Church, up a slight incline and around the curve of the peninsula, offering views across the water to Clevedon Pier. Following the path around the coastline, you come across the Sugar Lookout.

The path leads round and down to Marine Lake. Words on the steps are taken from Tennyson’s poem, In Memoriam, and lead up into the woodland, or you can follow the road round and back to the church.

It is a very short walk, but one which has much to recommend it in terms of beauty and peace.

Although called the Poet’s Walk, there is little reference to the poets who supposedly walked there.

Those who have gone on this walking trail have taken to TripAdvisor to share their thoughts on this stunning location, with user Takeachance270 writing: “The most beautiful walk with no noise pollution. All you could hear was birds singing. Spectacular views from everywhere.”

User 86Bb wrote: “I never get bored with walking Poet’s Walk. The scenery is spectacular and ever-changing. A real must whenever in the area!”

Jack K said: “This is a spectacular clifftop walk well worth doing any season of the year, stunning views across the Bristol Channel over to the Welsh coast and mountains.”

Jcgardens4 commented: “Amazing views brought back many happy memories. Plenty of seats along the way for a rest if required, all offering magnificent views. Take a book and a flask on a nice day and enjoy.”

JuneBug1939 pointed out: “If you like poetry or the history of literature, this is a must-do! William Wordsworth used to travel down from the north to visit Samuel Taylor Coleridge in Somerset, and they would walk along here, sharing their muse and musing. I can imagine them proclaiming aloud to each other! In any case, it’s a fantastic stroll along here with wonderful views along the Marine Lake and across to Wales. Highly recommended!”

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