Alton. Avon Valley and Salisbury Plain.

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Overview

Following the Pewsey Avon Trail and Sarsen Way along the flood plain of the Avon , then up on the army ranges on tracks we may share with tanks. No booking. Dogs and children welcome provided they can outrun the tanks. Some sport also offered by cattle playing their block the gate game. Result on day of my recce: Heifers - 1, Walkers - nil.

Sunday, 16 November 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 15246 46851
Nearest postcode:: SP4 8LE
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Farmyard parking area just past barn at Alton Magna Fm.

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