About BACAS Excursions 2022
Excursion Leader: Jackie Thompson Phone: 07810726803
Email: thomcus@gmail.com
Summary
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A Sunday morning stroll around Bradford on Avon led by Ivor Slocombe, a local historian of note having published widely on the subject. The walk will last about an hour and a half but will be restricted to 20 people, the streets are mostly narrow and more bodies would be difficult to manage.
The tour takes in the architecture of the town ranging from weavers’ cottages to the 18th century houses of the rich clothiers. Other features include the Saxon Church, medieval bridges and lock up, Barton Farm and the 14th century Tithe Barn and the Iron Duke harking back to the 19th century rubber industry.
Bradford has its own museum housing a “rescued” Victorian chemist’s shop and a range of general exhibits from Roman times through to the industrial age. At the time of writing this remains closed but possibly it might have re-opened in the spring in which case a visit in the afternoon would complete our outing after a picnic or lunch in one the local eateries. Should the museum not be open there are is plenty of exploring in the town or for the more energetic a walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal to the Avoncliffe aqueduct temptingly close to The Crossed Guns PH.
Meeting Place and Time
Meet at 11am in Westbury House Gardens, The Tourist Information Centre, just south of the town bridge.
The streets of Bradford are narrow and very steep so it is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes.
Bradford on Avon is about 8miles from Bath by road but it has a good rail service if you prefer. Parking is easy and convenient in the station car park, our meeting place is just a few hundred yards downhill from the station, on the right hand side before the river.
Event Terms & Conditions
Please remember that you are responsible for your own safety and by joining this BACAS walk you do so at your own risk.
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