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Elcombe, Chilton Farm, Bassett Down and Salthrop Wood.

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Overview

Elcombe, Chilton Farm, Bassett Down and Salthrop Wood.

A walk across fields to the west of Wroughton, returning along the escarpment.

Two hills.  Refreshment stop 15-20 minutes.

Saturday, 19 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
61m / 200ft
Type:
circular

Optional Bus 49 leaves Swindon Bus Station at 09:35 arriving Wroughton High Street at 09:53.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 14480 80593
Nearest postcode:
SN4 9LD
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Start time:
10:00 am

Ellendune Centre carpark, Barrett Way, Wroughton

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