Wiltshire Walks

Bowerchalke Walk & Route Map

4.02 ratings
DifficultyChallenging
Bowerchalke walk, Wiltshire
Bowerchalke · Photo: Maigheach-gheal

This walk explores the countryside around Bowerchalke, combining quiet village lanes with open chalk downland and a challenging climb up Marleycombe Hill.

It’s a varied route with steady effort rewarded by wide views across this part of the Chalke Valley.

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At a glance

Bowerchalke Walk

Distance
3.75 miles
Estimated time
2 hours
Route type
Circular
GPS app guided
Yes
Parking
Free parking at start
51.00239, -1.98169
Characteristics
Hills, Countryside

The walk

Bowerchalke Walk

This is a lovely, but challenging, walk in the countryside around the pretty village of Bowerchalke.

Expect open countryside, a lovely village walk and a vigorous climb up the Marleycombe Hill for some great views.

There is a small section of road walking on this route as you walk into the village.

Based on 2 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.0

A very popular walk

Dog friendly3.0 / 5

Fine with dogs

Path condition4.0 / 5

Generally well maintained

Buggy friendly1.0 / 5

Not suitable for pushchairs

Wheelchair friendly3.0 / 5

Partly accessible

Pub or café0.5 / 5

Take a packed lunch

Route accuracy5.0 / 5

Spot on

ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockRarely any livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelBoots recommended

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First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

Stunning views, loved the walk. So much mud though so wear wellies! Xx

Comments from walkers who have completed the Bowerchalke walk.

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Wiltshire Walks App

Follow the Bowerchalke walk with GPS guidance

The easiest way to follow this route is with the Wiltshire Walks app. Choose the walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you can see you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Expanded route map for Bowerchalke Walk, a 3.75 mile circular walk in Wiltshire