Running in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: September 26, 2025

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1. Stourhead Estate & King Alfred's Tower loop — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

9.46km

01:06

140m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cold Kitchen Hill & Shearwater loop from Horningsham

19.7km

02:15

380m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Fonthill Bishop & Fonthill Lake loop from Tisbury — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

11.8km

01:16

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Badbury Rings loop from Kingston Lacy — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

12.9km

01:24

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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5. Cranbourne and Pentridge Hill loop — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

25.1km

02:47

280m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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The best running trails in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB

1. Stourhead Estate & King Alfred's Tower loop — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

2. Cold Kitchen Hill & Shearwater loop from Horningsham

3. Fonthill Bishop & Fonthill Lake loop from Tisbury — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

4. Badbury Rings loop from Kingston Lacy — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

5. Cranbourne and Pentridge Hill loop — Cranbourne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

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