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Bishops Cannings, Kennet & Avon Canal & The Wansdyke loop — North Wessex Downs

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Bishops Cannings, Kennet & Avon Canal & The Wansdyke loop — North Wessex Downs

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Bishops Cannings, Kennet & Avon Canal & The Wansdyke loop — North Wessex Downs

02:30

9.45km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2024

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North Wessex Downs AONB

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Start point

Parking

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1.35 km

White Horse Trail Towpath at Bishop's Cannings

Highlight • Trail

This part of the White Horse Trail along the towpath near Horton is always quiet and offers nice views of the surrounding countryside as well as narrow boats

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6.51 km

The Wansdyke Path

Highlight • Trail

Travel through the beautiful Wiltshire countryside on this lovely walk.
The path begins in Marlborough near the famous Marlborough White Horse before passing Savernake Forest, Knapp Hill and Tan Hill and finishing at Morgan's Hill.

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7.35 km

Footpath Between Tan Hill and Bishop's Cannings

Highlight • Trail

There are excellent views when the weather is fine

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9.34 km

Great War Memorial at Bishop's Cannings Church

Highlight • Historical Site

Located in the village centre, Bishop's Cannings Church is a highlight worth visiting.

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9.45 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.53 km

3.07 km

1.67 km

179 m

Surfaces

3.21 km

2.29 km

2.24 km

1.41 km

307 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Bishops Cannings, Kennet & Avon Canal & The Wansdyke loop — North Wessex Downs

White Horse Trail Towpath at Bishop's Cannings

The Wansdyke Path

Footpath Between Tan Hill and Bishop's Cannings

Great War Memorial at Bishop's Cannings Church

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