Starting at the village of Lacock near Bath and Chippenham, the Bowden Hill walk offers a serene escape to lush meadows, charming canal paths, delightful river views and stunning scenery.
moderate
Distance 8.1 km
Find the Bowden Hill walk guide: www.adragonsescape.com
The Bowden Hill walk first explores the quaint village of Lacock and the surrounding verdant fields, before taking you along the peaceful Old Wicks & Berks canal. This circular walk then climbs Bowden Hill and leads you through the Bowden Estate back to Lacock Abbey and the village of Lacock. Throughout this walk, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Wiltshire countryside.
The Bowden Hill walk is an intermediate walk along country paths and through rolling fields. The circular walk takes 2 1/2 to 3 hours with regular stops, is 5.5 miles long and includes somewhat steep ascents. Toilets, shops and refreshments are available in Lacock.
The Bowden Hill walk first explores the quaint village of Lacock and the surrounding verdant fields, before taking you along the peaceful Old Wicks & Berks canal. This circular walk then climbs Bowden Hill and leads you through the Bowden Estate back to Lacock Abbey and the village of Lacock. Throughout this walk, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Wiltshire countryside.
The Bowden Hill walk is an intermediate walk along country paths and through rolling fields. The circular walk takes 2 1/2 to 3 hours with regular stops, is 5.5 miles long and includes somewhat steep ascents. Toilets, shops and refreshments are available in Lacock.
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Highest point
176 m
Lowest point
38 m
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Coordinates:
OS Grid
ST 91646 68433
DD
51.414856, -2.121503
DMS
51°24'53.5"N 2°07'17.4"W
UTM
30U 561091 5696326
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Coordinates
OS Grid
ST 91646 68433
DD
51.414856, -2.121503
DMS
51°24'53.5"N 2°07'17.4"W
UTM
30U 561091 5696326
w3w
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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
8.1 km
Duration
2:10 h
Ascent
146 m
Descent
146 m
Highest point
176 m
Lowest point
38 m
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