Wiltshire Walks

Old Wardour Castle Walks and Route Maps

Old Wardour Castle walk, Wiltshire
Old Wardour Castle · Photo: Christopher Hilton

These walks around Old Wardour Castle explore a lovely mix of historic parkland, woodland, lakes, and open countryside within the Wardour estate.

With three route options available, you can choose anything from a shorter stroll near the castle to a longer route taking in more of the surrounding landscape.

The striking castle remains are a highlight throughout, while routes through Twelve Acre Copse add shaded forest paths and a different side to the estate beyond the open views and lakes.

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Walk information

Old Wardour Castle Walk 1

Walk distance
1 mile
Time
30 mins
Route type
Circular

This short walk explores the beautiful grounds of Wardour Park, where lakes, woodland and open farmland combine to create a peaceful, ever-changing landscape.

The highlight is the chance to see both the romantic ruins of Old Wardour Castle adding a strong sense of history and character to this short but rewarding walk through the estate.

Walk information

Old Wardour Castle Walk 2

Walk distance
2½ miles
Time
1.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This second route option is a pleasant and slightly longer circular route that begins near the scenic ruins of Old Wardour Castle before heading out into the quieter woodland of Twelve Acre Copse.

The mix of historic surroundings and shaded forest paths gives the walk a peaceful, slightly secluded feel.

Gentle tracks wind through the trees behind the castle, with fresh woodland air and occasional open glimpses across the estate.

Walk information

Old Wardour Castle Walk 3

Walk distance
3¼ miles
Time
1.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This final option is a slightly longer and more varied route that explores further the beautiful grounds of Wardour Park, where lakes, woodland and open countryside combine to create a peaceful, gently changing landscape.

Along the way, the route takes in the ruins of Old Wardour Castle, adding a strong sense of history and contrast and you'll also enjoy plenty of pretty countryside and some woodland sections.

These Old Wardour Castle walks start at coordinates: 51.037296, -2.089631

Navigate the walks

Wiltshire Walks App

Follow the Old Wardour Castle walks with GPS guidance

It's like sat-nav, but for footpaths.

Choose a walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you always know 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.

Download the app

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On a computer? Scan the QR code with your phone's camera to get the Wiltshire Walks app.

Wiltshire Walks app showing the walker's live position on a route map

Designed to be simple

  • Choose a walk and follow the pointer
  • See your live position on the route map
  • Works without a phone signal
  • Includes 300 Wiltshire walks
  • Free one-month trial
  • Available for iPhone and Android

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Expanded route map for Old Wardour Castle Walk 1, a 1 mile circular walk in Wiltshire