Start in Bus Stop area on The Hill, Little Somerford (OS ST 96663 84915) south of B4042

Turn left onto B4042 proceed west toward Malmesbury RAB with A429. Circle RAB and come back east on B4042 towards Brinkworth.   Through Brinkworth to Ballards Ash junction with B4696. Turn left to Purton Road X-roads. Turn left to Baydon Manor and Minety.  At X-roads on B4040 turn left to Malmesbury Watertower RAB.  Turn left at RAB south on A429 towards RAB with A429/B4042.  Turn left at RAB back onto B4042 east towards Brinkworth to finish eastern end of layby opposite Clay Street/B4042 Junction by Lovett Farm.  (OS ST 97518 85053

Important Notes

1. There are two sharp corners:

   • In Charlton: This corner is blind to oncoming traffic, so take care

   • Between Charlton and A429, crossing river bridge: This corner has good visibility, however unless you brake early you will cross the white central line, so look out very carefully for oncoming traffic.

2. There are 2 sharp turns at Baydon turn (12.5 miles) and Minety turn (15.3 miles).

3. The descent to the Avon River after the southern Malmesbury RAB is a 30 mph zone. Be aware that drivers may slow to turn into the houses on the left. Care and observance of the Highway Code is required.