Martin Down

South Wiltshire Group

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Overview

Downland - Bowling Green Lane - Pentridge - Penbury Knoll - 2 stiles - gentle climbs - good views. No booking. Pub possible. Assistance dogs only.

Thursday, 3 July 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.5km / 5.9mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 03675 20080
Nearest postcode:: SP5 5RH
what3words:: journals.boils.oatmeal

Start time:: 10:00 am

Martin Down Nature Reserve Car Park off A354

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
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a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
exclusive discounts from our partners
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Join now for just £3.58 per month