Crook Peak and Wavering Down
Along the western end of the Mendip ridge to a rocky peak above the M5.
- Distance
- 5.2 km
- Ascent
- 280 m
- Time
- 1.5–2.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 211 m
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About this walk
Crook Peak and Wavering Down is a moderate 5.2 km out-and-back walk with 280 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2.5 hours. It starts at King's Wood car park (grid reference ST 403 564).
Crook Peak is the pointed hill drivers see from the M5 at the western end of the Mendips. From King's Wood, the walk climbs through the trees onto Wavering Down, the highest point of the ridge, and follows the open crest to the rocky top of Crook Peak.
The view runs from the Somerset Levels to the Bristol Channel and Wales. Return the same way.
Route
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1
Wavering Down
Climb through King's Wood onto Wavering Down.
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2
Crook Peak
Follow the ridge to Crook Peak and return.
Summits
Wavering Down
211 m
Crook Peak
191 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Crook Peak and Wavering Down take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2.5 hours for the 5.2 km route, which has 280 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at King's Wood car park (grid reference ST 403 564). National Trust car park at King's Wood, off the A38.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses along the A38 from Bristol and Weston. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Woodland path, then grassy ridge with a short rocky climb.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze here: keep dogs on a lead near livestock, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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