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Kingston Deverill Walks & Route Maps

Kingston Deverill walk, Wiltshire
Kingston Deverill · Photo: Local Walks Team

These walks from Kingston Deverill involve a steep climb straight out of the village onto the surrounding downs, where the terrain quickly opens up into wide, exposed countryside.

Expect a demanding ascent followed by ridge-top walking with extensive views across Bushcombe Bottom and towards Court Hill, before a similarly steep descent back down.

Both routes are very exposed and involve significant climbing, so they are best suited to experienced walkers prepared for changing weather conditions.

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Walk information

Kingston Deverill Walk 1

Walk distance
3¼ miles
Time
1.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This may be a relatively short walk, but it involves a very steep climb up the downs from the village of Kingston Deverill, and there can often be quite a lot of livestock, so it's not one for the faint hearted.

When you get to the top though, you'll enjoy a wonderful walk along the top offering you some breathtaking views over Bushcombe Bottom one way, and Court Hill in the other direction, and this makes the effort all worth it.

Of course the adventure is not then over, as you then need to tackle the very steep descent back to the village.

We recommend heading through the church to start this walk and do this clockwise, as the ascent is slightly less steep then.

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Truly wonderful walk. Didn't see another soul and the views were outstanding.

Walk information

Kingston Deverill Walk 2

Walk distance
8 miles
Time
4 hours
Route type
Circular

If you thought the first route was a strenuous option, then the second route takes it to another level, as it basically involves a lot more of the climbing up the very steep and large hills in the area, but it's also a much longer walk.

This one heads west from the village along the Mid Wilts Way and climbing Court Hill. After that it's a long undulating adventure over and around the numerous downs in the area before finally arriving back at the village.

This is a long and very strenuous walk and it's very exposed to the elements, so please ensure you have the adequate clothing and refreshments for your adventure.

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Expanded route map for Kingston Deverill Walk 1, a 3.25 mile circular walk in Wiltshire