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Sweet Track Walk

Shapwick Road, Westhay, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9TT

  • 20 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Step back in time and tread the ancient paths of Neolithic Britain with a guided walk along the famed Sweet Track on the Somerset Levels.

SW Heritage Trust

SW Heritage Trust

Digital reconstruction of the Neolithic timber trackway on Shapwick Heath

Preserved in the peat of Shapwick Heath for nearly 6000 years, the timber trackway offers a fascinating insight into prehistoric engineering, woodwork and travel. Led by Reserve Manager Jon Macaulay, this exclusive 3-hour tour will start at the Avalon Marshes Centre and take you onto the Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 20 September:
1030-1330

Location & directions

Shapwick Road, Westhay, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9TT

Directions:
Park at the Avalon Marshes Centre on the Somerset Levels. The entrance is on Shapwick Road between Shapwick and Westhay. The postcode BA6 9TT takes you to within half a mile, or you can use the what3words \\\cave.logbook.icon. Meet in the courtyard of the Avalon Marshes Centre.
Contact on day:
Jon Macaulay
Telephone number:
+447881403874

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Booking is essential. Reserve your tickets online.
Booking website:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sweet-track-walk-heritage-open-days-tickets-1307856667499
Alternative booking website:
https://avalonmarshes.org/events/sweet-track-walk-heritage-open-days/
Booking closes:
19 Sep 2025 04:00 PM

Accessibility details

The Avalon Marshes Centre is wheelchair-accessible with flat paths, accessible toilets (no RADAR key needed), and four disabled parking spaces. The 1.5-mile guided walk is on flat but uneven surfaces (gravel, woodchip, peat, log tracks) and may not suit wheelchairs or walking aids. There are turn-back points to return to the accessible path. No toilets on the reserve—please use the Centre beforehand. For access queries, call 01458 860120 or email [email protected].

Additional information

Dogs are not allowed on Shapwick Heath NNR. However, assistance animals are welcome. They should wear an identifying jacket, harness, or brightly coloured collar and lead. For more information contact [email protected].

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
3 hour(s)

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