From Salisbury Cathedral

South Wiltshire Group

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Overview

Two Cathedrals. Coinciding with "Spirit of Water" flower festival in the Cathedral. A town and river walk finishing at a city pub (entirely optional).

River path, Parliament Tree, Old Sarum, St Thomas's Doom Painting

No booking needed unless you wish to do the pub, as they like advance warning if a horde is likely to descend. In which case please text leader - Catherine.

Friday, 16 May 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly
No car needed
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 14240 29605
Nearest postcode:: SP1 2EJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet in the Cathedral Close by the statue of the Walking Madonna.

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