Wiltshire Walks
These walks explore Grovely Woods, a large area of ancient woodland in southern Wiltshire within the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Expect wooded paths with some steady climbs as the routes follow quiet tracks through this hilly landscape.
The shorter walk stays mainly within the woods, while the longer option adds an extra section along the Monarch’s Way for more distance.
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Walk information
This is a lovely walk around the majestic Grovely Woods.
The woods is one of the largest woodlands in southern Wiltshire and it sits within the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The area is quite hilly, so there is some moderate climbing on the walk.
Based on 4 user ratings
A very popular walk
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Lovely for a sunny evening stroll
Walk information
This is an extended long version of the walk around Grovely Woods.
The walk is much the same as the shorter route, but it adds an extra 4km of walking along the Monarchs way to the walk.
The area is quite hilly, so expect some moderate climbing on the walk.
Based on 2 user ratings
A well-liked walk
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First part of walk was boring,, after 3 miles it was more interesting, we diverted off the route on the last section when you double back on yourselves, it was more scenic. Good walk
It was easy walking with a couple of lengthy uphill sections. No stiles or gateways at all. Probably possible with an all terrain buggy when its dry. The first half is a bit mundane with a straight track through woods but the second half is more interesting.
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