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Sunday, 24 July 2022
Moderate 8 miles / 12.9 km
THIS WALK HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS FORECAST.
TO BE RE-SCHEDULED.
A lovely walk starting from the village of Heytesbury, first crossing the A36 heading up towards Cotley Hill then heading eastwards further into the countryside following the old Imber Road up to East Hill farm. Joining the Imber perimeter path up onto the edge of the training areas using good paths with great all-round views, there are various earthworks including Knook 'castle' settlement to be seen. We descend back down the hillside to cross the B390 road and head back up hill to overlook the village of Knook. Then descending to cross the very busy main road A36. We head through the Knook village and cross fields using the Wessex Ridgeway path alongside the river Wylye to finish back to Heytesbury using quiet country footpaths to arrive at our parking site.
Corner opposite The Angel Inn, High Street, Heytesbury, BA12 0ED Plenty of on street parking in the village main High Street, Can park at the end of the High Street near the junction of Park Street, being close to Recreation field and The Angel Inn.
This is a circular walk
Leaving the High Street (near The Angel Inn) for the open countryside with some moderate climbs using both footpaths and quiet lanes.
On the return section the route is generally flat with good walking conditions. We will have to cross the busy A36 and B390 roads when both leaving and returning to the Heytesbury village.
Bring light refreshments and drinks.
Wear suitable footwear
This is one of hundreds of Ramblers group walks for all ages and abilities every week - all led by our experienced walk leaders. You’re welcome to join us on any of our walks to see if the Ramblers is for you. Then, once you’ve enjoyed the views, fun, exhilaration and good company, it’s just a case of becoming a member.
Do make sure you're fit enough and have the right footwear and clothing for the walk you want to do, though. You can contact the group or leader if in doubt.