Benger Trails
Walking Trail No 1; River Avon and Sutton Lane Meadows

Go south out of Queens Close through a gap in the hedge into the Big Field, then east to Sutton Lane.

Head south down Sutton Lane then go east and south east along the Public Rights of Way (PRoW) until you reach the bridleway near Avon Weir.

Turn right and follow the bridleway west until you reach Sutton Lane; if you go left here and follow the bridleway around the corner you will come to the River Avon and Avon Weir. This is a great place to sit down for a while, look out for wildlife, recharge your batteries and maybe eat your packed lunch!

Retrace your steps back around the bridle way then walk west along it until you reach Sutton Lane. Cross Sutton Lane and continue west along the bridleway to Sutton Lane Meadows.

Sutton Lane Meadows May 2023 No 23

Take a scenic walk clockwise around Sutton Lane Meadows then head north to re-enter the Big Field. Continue north and follow the boundary of the Big Field; turn right at the far north west corner and head east until you find the gap in the hedge on your left.

Return to the Village Hall via Queens Close.

Trail Length 2.4 miles
Duration 45 - 60 minutes
Stiles There are a couple of stiles and small bridges along the route; it is not suitable for pushchairs or mobility scooters
Rainy season This route can be quite damp underfoot; you are advised to wear suitable footwear.
Nettles. There are a couple of places that might be overgrown with nettles, so long trousers are advisable.
Flora and fauna This is a great walk, especially in May and June when you can see the flowers in Sutton Lane Meadows and maybe catch a glimpse of deer and other wildlife in and around the River Avon