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WALKING

We offer independent walking with B&B and friendly advice on routes, as well as guided walking breaks for those interested in gaining more enjoyment from their walking and a greater insight into not just the Mendip Hills. Led by Adrian Boots, an experienced lecturer/researcher with a passionate interest in the ecology, history, archaeology, wildlife and culture of the Mendips, our guided walking breaks will give you a whole new perspective from which to gain more from all your future walks. Visit our new web page www.walkthemendips.com to find out more about the area and our walking breaks.

Ashcroft is above Burrington Combe and Commons, so you're already almost at the top of the Mendips!

 

YOUR GUIDE & HOST

Your guide is Adrian Boots BSc (Hons) in Geography & Environmental Management, MSc. Adrian is a Research Associate at the University of the West of England (UWE), currently carrying out research on the River Parrett & Somerset Levels for UWE and the Environment Agency, and research into sustainability for UWE and the University of Grenoble. He lectures in nature conservation, countryside management and ecology. His published work includes research papers presented at conferences such as The British Ecological Society and The International Association for Landscape Ecology.

He has also worked on DEFRA's Countryside Stewardship Scheme, and has carried out consultancy for a number of Environmental Consultancies and corporates. He has designed and delivered courses on various topics including the 1997 Hedgerow Regulations, for local authorities and environmental consultancies.

His own continuing professional development includes recent training in Permaculture with Patrick Whitefield, and planned further study of orchard restoration and development and wetland habitats. Adrian is currently nearing completion of his PhD on the landscape ecology of the Mendip Hills.

Adrian is passionate, and immensely knowledgeable, about the Mendip Hills and the West Country. His style is very informal, enthusiastic and friendly, and he provides guests with a unique and delightful perspective on the area. It is his pleasure to share his enjoyment of the area with you.

Information & Booking

For more information and booking, please call 01761 463356, visit our website www.walkthemendips.com or Email: Ashcroft B&B.