Discover Kelston: Trails, History and Cheese

Kelston combines countryside experiences with historic character and fascinating insights into local cheese production. Anyone looking for a holiday cottage for a varied stay can choose between walks around Kelston Roundhill, views across the River Avon and exploring listed buildings. Bath and Bristol also play a role in planning a trip, as Kelston is served by bus routes 19 and 37 between the two cities.

Countryside and trails around Kelston

Kelston Roundhill is an ancient burial mound and also a distinctive destination for walks in the surrounding area. The Kelston Roundhill Walk forms part of the Cotswold Way. Another option is the “A Way, a Hill and a Stile” route, which leads to the summit of Kelston Roundhill. On a clear day, it offers views towards Bath and Bristol. This allows you to vary your days: one route is associated with the well-known long-distance trail, while the other leads specifically to a viewpoint.

Kelston Park also shapes the character of the landscape. The parkland slopes down a steep hillside towards the River Avon. Kelston Park lies at the eastern end of a ridge and offers views of the city of Bath to the east and the River Avon valley to the south. These geographical contrasts make the area interesting for travellers who value a combination of nature, scenery and accessible cultural destinations when choosing their accommodation.

Listed buildings and local history

Kelston’s historical character includes several distinctive buildings. The Dovecote southwest of the Church of St Nicholas is a Grade II* listed building. The Church of St Nicholas dates from the 13th and 14th centuries. Kelston Knoll is also listed, as a Grade II building; it is also an Italianate country house dating from 1835.

Another Italianate country house is Tower House. It was built in 1835 as a dower house for the Kelston Park estate. Those interested in architecture and historic buildings will therefore find a range of points of interest in Kelston, without having to reduce the village to a single attraction.

Cheese and special experiences at Park Farm

Park Farm complements the walking and cultural offerings with culinary experiences. The café in Kelston offers a bookable afternoon tea. There are also tours of the cheese-making rooms. The cheese-making masterclass includes a tour, a cheese tasting and lunch. This is an interesting option for a day of travel focused not only on scenery and historic buildings, but also on the production of regional food.

Kelston as a base for planning your trip

When looking for a holiday cottage in Kelston, you can therefore first consider which focus suits your trip. Bus routes 19 and 37 connect the village between Bath and Bristol. From The Crown bus stop, Kelston Roundhill can be reached on foot via Cullimore’s Lane in 12 minutes. Those who prefer trails and views can plan around the Roundhill; those with a greater interest in architectural history can include the historic buildings in their daily itinerary. For families with children of different ages, this selection provides plenty to talk about and discover together, without every day of the trip having to look the same.

More destinations in this selection

For further searches, you can also view Bishop Sutton, Keynsham, Bathampton, Ubley, Farrington Gurney, Saltford, Temple Cloud and Wellow.

To the overarching travel overview: Bath And North East Somerset.