Idmiston is a village and civil parish in Wiltshire, England, situated within the scenic River Bourne valley. The region is characterized by its peaceful, rolling countryside and chalk downland, offering varied terrain and expansive views suitable for outdoor pursuits. These natural features provide a setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more. The area's blend of natural landscapes and historical context creates a distinctive environment for outdoor activities.
Idmiston offers…
110
Routes
4.5
(105)
Average rating
1406
People visited

3.4
(5)
25
hikers
7.12km
01:56
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.2
(5)
32
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
16
hikers
18.6km
04:58
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
21
hikers
3.89km
01:01
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(8)
251
riders
29.6km
01:23
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
49.0km
02:15
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
31
riders
17.8km
00:52
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
15
riders
62.3km
02:55
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(22)
121
riders
27.1km
01:39
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
riders
65.2km
04:07
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
20
riders
15.8km
01:00
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
49.6km
03:06
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
95
riders
125km
08:15
1,340m
1,340m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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24
riders
40.6km
02:31
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
36.6km
02:30
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
riders
80.6km
05:28
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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30
runners
13.4km
01:25
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
runners
5.63km
00:38
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
6.02km
00:38
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
16.6km
01:45
180m
180m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
12
riders
19.5km
01:30
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
12
riders
25.1km
01:50
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
7
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
2
riders
32.2km
02:24
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Idmiston offers routes for Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features more than 30 routes for various outdoor activities. These routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from over 31,000 visitors.
Idmiston provides numerous hiking opportunities, including maintained footpaths and rights of way. Notable routes include the moderate 4.4-mile (7.1 km) Figsbury Ring and Monarch's Way Loop. A dedicated guide for hiking routes is available: Hiking around Idmiston.
Road cycling is popular in Idmiston, with routes offering well-paved surfaces and countryside vistas. Examples include 'The Bridge Inn – Lower Woodford Tree-Lined Road loop from Amesbury' and 'White Hill, Pitton – The Silver Plough Pub loop from Firsdown'. More options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Idmiston guide.
Touring cyclists can explore the region via routes that wind through the River Bourne valley and the Wiltshire countryside. These routes can include a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces, catering to various skill levels. The Cycling around Idmiston guide provides further details.
Idmiston offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. The region's maintained footpaths and rights of way provide accessible walking opportunities. An 'Easy hikes around Idmiston' guide is available for those seeking less challenging routes: Easy hikes around Idmiston.
Idmiston is rich in historical significance. The area features the Roman road known as The Port Way and is mentioned in the Domesday survey of 1086. Notable structures include Idmiston Manor and The Old Rectory, both Grade II* listed, and the 12th-century All Saints Church, Idmiston, a Grade I listed building. The region is also close to Old Sarum.
Idmiston is nestled within the scenic River Bourne valley in Wiltshire. The region is characterized by peaceful, rolling countryside and chalk downland, offering varied terrain and expansive views. The River Bourne itself is a significant natural feature, flowing south through several villages.
The abundance of maintained footpaths and rights of way in Idmiston makes the area suitable for jogging and running. Many hiking trails also serve as excellent running paths. A dedicated guide for running trails is available: Running Trails around Idmiston.
Komoot offers several guides for Idmiston, including Hiking around Idmiston, Road Cycling Routes around Idmiston, and Running Trails around Idmiston. Guides for cycling, easy hikes, gravel biking, and mountain biking are also available.
Idmiston is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 31,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users exploring the region.
Official information for Idmiston Parish Council is available on their website. The website address is https://www.idmistonparishcouncil.org.uk/. Contact details for the Parish Clerk are also provided on the site.

