HARNHAM TO BISHOPSTONE AND STRATFORD TONY CIRCULAR (SUNDAY NOVEMBER 16)

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Overview

This is a circular route from Harnham up onto the Drove at Salisbury Racecourse. We then walk along the Drove before dropping down to Bishopstone and returning to Harnham via Stratford Tony and the Racecourse. Several stiles. Map: EX 130.

Everyone is welcome. If you would like to join this walk, please notify the walk leader (Dave C 07983 548848) or email swrsundaywalks@gmail.com.

If you would like to car share, please let the walk leader know when you book and we will hopefully be able to facilitate this.

There will be two stops during the day for coffee and lunch (please bring a picnic)

Assistance dogs only.

Sunday, 16 November 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 19km / 11.8mi
Ascent:: 226m / 741ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 13322 29408
Nearest postcode:: SP2 8LR
what3words:: tapes.down.harsh

Start time:: 9:30 am

Please park in Middle Street Harnham opposite the Recreation Ground. Meet at the entrance to the Recreation Ground. What3words: tapes.down.harsh.

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