Avon River to Old Sarum

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Overview

Salisbury to Old Sarum along the Avon River, taking in the extensive remodeling of the river and the extensions to the boardwalk. No booking needed, but contact Grant if there has been heavy rain. Note earlier start time and no stops on this brisk walk. Dogs on lead.

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: 61m / 200ft
Type:: circular

map: https://explore.osmaps.com/route/28633559/avon-river-to-old-sarum?lat=51.08260&lon=-1.81985&zoom=13.3082&style=Leisure&type=2d

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 14070 29895
Nearest postcode:: SP2 7TW
what3words:: mats.chin.look

Start time:: 9:30 am

Entrance to QE Gdns on Crane Bridge Road. If driving use public car park on Crane Bridge Road.

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