Kelston offers a range of experiences for a stay: Kelston Roundhill, with its walking trails and ancient burial mound; historic buildings; and Park Farm’s cheese and café offerings. The landscape, architectural history and culinary discoveries each provide a different focus for your trip.

Walking at Kelston Roundhill

Kelston Roundhill is an ancient burial mound; the Kelston Roundhill Walk is part of the Cotswold Way. The “A Way, a Hill and a Stile” route leads to the summit and, on a clear day, offers views towards Bath and Bristol. The hill therefore has two distinct connections: it is a historic site and also a destination on a scenic walk. Terrain and conditions may vary.

From The Crown bus stop, you can reach Kelston Roundhill via Cullimore’s Lane in about twelve minutes on foot. This walking time is an estimate. If you plan to travel by bus, Kelston is served by routes 19 and 37 between Bath and Bristol. Check current bus services before travelling.

Architectural History and Historic Buildings

The Church of St Nicholas dates from the 13th and 14th centuries. The Dovecote, a Grade II* listed building, lies southwest of the church. Kelston Knoll is a Grade II listed Italianate country villa dating from 1835. Tower House is also an Italianate country villa dating from 1835; it was built as a dower house for the Kelston Park estate. Together, the medieval church architecture and two 19th-century villas represent different historical periods.

Kelston Park and the Views

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. The parkland slopes down a steep escarpment towards the River Avon. The ridge, escarpment and river valley shape the park’s landscape. The views differ from those at Kelston Roundhill: on a clear day, the hill offers views towards Bath and Bristol, while Kelston Park also looks out over the Avon valley.

Cheese and Afternoon Tea at Park Farm

Park Farm offers bookable afternoon tea at its café in Kelston; the provider asks guests to give advance notice. Tours of the cheese-making rooms are also available. The cheese-making masterclass includes a tour, cheese tasting and lunch. The experiences have different focuses: afternoon tea centres on a café visit, while the masterclass combines insights into cheese-making with tasting and food. Booking details for tours and the masterclass may change. Check them before planning your visit; for afternoon tea, allow for the requested advance notice.

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