Somerford Keynes and Neigh Bridge Country Park Walk
This walk visits Neigh Bridge Lake in the Cotswold Water Park in Gloucestershire.
The lake has a nice circular footpath to follow around the water for a distance of just under a mile. There's a car park right next to the lake or you could stroll down from the nearby village of Somerford Keynes.
This walk starts from the car park and circles the lake before heading along the Thames Path to visit Kemble Mill and the village. Here you can enjoy views of the 15th century manor house and the 13th century church.
Nearby there's also the Cotswold Sculpture Park where there are more than 170 individual sculptures from local and international artists. There's also a nice tea room where you can grab some refreshments here. Just beyond that is Cotswold Country Park where there's the largest inland beach in the UK.
Postcode
GL7 6BG - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsNeigh Bridge Country Park Ordnance Survey Map 
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Neigh Bridge Country Park Open Street Map 
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Neigh Bridge Country Park OS Map 
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Neigh Bridge Country Park Open Street Map 
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Pubs/Cafes
In Someford Keynes you could stop off at the Baker's Arms for some refreshments. The historic pub dates back to the 16th century and serves good home-cooked food. They have a nice garden area and are also Dog friendly. You can find them at postcode GL7 6DN.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Neigh Bridge Lake, Neigh Bridge Country Park
Northern end of Neigh Bridge Lake
Gate entrance to Neigh Bridge Lake
River Thames at Kemble Mill Somerford Keynes. Kemble Mill is the third mill down from the source. The river is forced through the gap which can just be seen beneath the mill, where it catches the light from beyond. Just a few yards aside from the Thames Trail, the view is from a footbridge carrying a public footpath over the river.
Somerford Keynes church and manor house
River Thames at Somerford Keynes
The Bakers Arms Somerford Keynes. Somerford Keynes is a linear village mostly in the Cotswold vernacular. Note grey "North Cerney" stone and limestone roofing slates. The pub is a popular stop on the Thames Trail long distance footpath.
Young Thames crossing at Neigh Bridge Country Park