Located on both the Imber Range path and Wessex Ridgeway, this former quarry isn't accessible to the public but there are good views from the path. The chalk pit has been used as a location for TV and film. Overall this is a lovely area for trail running with well-maintained paths across calcerous grassland - great for spotting wildflowers and butterflies over the summer months and murmurating starlings in autumn.

Elaine

October 7, 2021

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The quarry is on the Imber Range path and also Wessex Ridgeway path from Westbury towards Warminster. You can't get in to explore but can get some good views of …

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1. Westbury White Horse loop

15.9km

04:19

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2. Westbury White Horse – Bratton Camp and Long Barrow loop from Westbury

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180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View from Warminster Down – View from Bratton Down loop from Warminster

15.8km

04:23

280m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Westbury, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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