Old Wardour Castle – White Sheet Hill loop from Ansty

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13.8km

210m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

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3.17 km

Built at the end of the 14th century, Wardour Castle has had a turbulent history. The castle, which would once have been a luxury residence, suffered during the English Civil War in the mid-17th century and still remains ruined to this day.

The castle may seem familiar as it inspired the castle in the film, Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves.

Set amongst lovely parkland and overlooking a lake, it is a great place to visit. Managed by English Heritage, you can visit from 10am - 4pm over the weekend. Entrance costs £5.70 for adults. More information: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/old-wardour-castle/prices-and-opening-times.

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3.59 km

Old Wardour Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Built at the end of the 14th century, Wardour Castle has had a turbulent history. The castle, which would once have been a luxury residence, suffered during the English Civil War in the mid-17th century and still remains ruined to this day.

The castle may seem familiar as it inspired the castle in the film, Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves.

Set amongst lovely parkland and overlooking a lake, the castle is a great place to visit. Managed by English Heritage, you can visit from 10am - 4pm over the weekend. Entrance costs £5.70 for adults. More information: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/old-wardour-castle/prices-and-opening-times

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10.5 km

White Sheet Hill

Highlight (Segment) • Summit

This is the byway from the A30 at about 140m to the top of White Sheet Hill where there is a trig point at 242m, 100m ascent in about 1km.
The views at the top are pretty good!

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