Wiltshire Walks

Dinton Park Walks & Route Maps

Dinton Park walk, Wiltshire
Dinton Park · Photo: Maigheach-gheal

These walks centre around the elegant setting of Dinton Park, where landscaped parkland, quiet lakeside stretches and pockets of mature woodland come together in a calm, well-kept countryside setting.

The presence of the manor house adds a strong sense of heritage, giving both routes the feel of a traditional English country estate from the moment you set out.

The shorter walk keeps things contained within the park’s peaceful grounds, while the longer route expands into the surrounding villages and farmland, linking Dinton with wider rural scenery.

Along the way it also picks up part of the Monarch’s Way and edges towards Grovely Wood, adding a mix of history, woodland atmosphere and open countryside to a more substantial day’s walk.

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Walk information

Dinton Park Walk 1

Walk distance
1¾ miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

This short walk explores the attractive grounds of Dinton Park, where open countryside, mature woodland and a peaceful lakeside setting create a gentle and varied landscape.

The elegant manor house adds a touch of grandeur, giving the route a classic English country estate feel.

It’s an easygoing stroll with plenty of pleasant scenery along the way, ideal for a relaxed outing among trees, water and open views in this quiet corner of the park.

Dinton Park Walk 1 4.1 Ratings and reviews 10 ratings · 4 reviews

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Community feedback

Overall rating4.1

A very popular walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5
Path condition3.7 / 5
Buggy friendly1.3 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.3 / 5
Toilet facilities1.0 / 5
Pub or café1.2 / 5
Route accuracy4.1 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA stile or two
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

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User reviews

Walker review

Lovely autumn walk. Lots of other dogs off lead but all calm and polite!

Walker review

This was a lovely muddy walk which my two spaniels loved! Lovely views, easy to navigate, very enjoyable

Walker review

Was a goood short walk with only 1 steep hill . ...Lovely view of Pillips House . All the cows were in one area , under a tree .

Walker review

Lovely walk

Walk information

Dinton Park Walk 2

Walk distance
8 miles
Time
4 hours
Route type
Circular

This second route is an epic countryside walk that stretches well beyond the park itself, combining the lakes, woodland and open ground of Dinton Park with a longer tour of the surrounding villages and farmland.

The route also follows a stretch of the historic Monarch’s Way and brushes the edge of Grovely Wood, adding a touch of woodland atmosphere to the outing.

It’s a rewarding long-distance walk with plenty of variety for those looking to spend a few hours exploring this peaceful corner of the countryside.

Dinton Park Walk 2 4.3 Ratings and reviews 3 ratings · 2 reviews

Based on 3 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.3

A very popular walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5
Path condition4.0 / 5
Buggy friendly1.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities1.0 / 5
Pub or café1.7 / 5
Route accuracy4.3 / 5
ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockSome livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelBoots recommended

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Walker review

Take wellies if wet. Nice varied walk with lovely lake.

Walker review

Lots of kissing gates so definitely not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.

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Expanded route map for Dinton Park Walk 1, a 1.75 mile circular walk in Wiltshire