We are the Eastleigh Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
This walk starts and finishes at Old Sarum. It follows wide tracks through the Wiltshire farmland with far reaching views across to Salisbury Plain. We then drop down to follow the River Avon back through the Woodfords towards Salisbury. There is some roadside walking (about 1km) at this point on grass verges. The final part of the walk takes us through the ramparts of the Iron Age fort around the Norman castle of Old Sarum where we can take the opportunity to explore the site.
If you want to visit the castle ruins at the centre there is an entrance fee (unless English Heritage members).
Please note slightly later start time (details in location information)
Bring refreshments for coffee break and picnic lunch.
Map Ex. 130
The car park at Old Sarum does not open until 10.00 so please time arrival to allow for this, parking is £3.00 all day, and free for English Heritage members. There are a couple of other options: just before the entrance gate there are two parking spaces (free) and there is also a layby on the main road below the castle where people are able to park if there is space.
