03 somerset mells

■ Distance: 10¼ miles/16.5km ■ Time: 6 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

THE area where the River Tees approaches the sea has been largely industrial in recent times, but the upper stretch of the river is very different in character. Here, while the villages, hamlets and r

■ Distance: 8 miles/12.8km ■ Time: 4½ hours ■ Grade: Challenging

■ Distance: 5½ miles/8.8km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

STIPERSTONES RIDGE CIRCULAR Level Moderate Elevation gain 164m Length 4.8km (1hr 25min) Description A rugged walk across a dramatic ridge with panoramic views over the Shropshire Hills, featuring uniq

TINTERN ABBEY AND DEVIL’S PULPIT CIRCULAR Level Moderate Elevation gain 328m Length 8.2km (2hr 35min) Description A loop that includes Tintern Abbey and a climb to Devil’s Pulpit for spectacular views