シェバレルマグナ周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ20

James the Greater (the Latin 'major' is not translated as 'great' in English), to whom this church near Bratton was dedicated, was, together with his brother, part of the inner circle of Jesus' disciples. In his version of the "Good News" (this is the meaning of the word "gospel"), the Evangelist Mark enumerates a list of the apostles: "James, the son of Zebedee, and John, the brother of James—them he surnamed Boanerges, which means Sons of Thunder" (Mark 3:17). They were said to have had strong tempers, but were faithful followers of Jesus Christ, in whom they recognized the promised Messiah. According to the Acts of the Apostles, James was executed for his faith. His tomb in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia (Spain), is one of the most famous and important pilgrimage destinations in the world.

Coming from Steeple Ashton direction, this is a gentle off-road climb up to a crest then a steady downhill developing into a fast descent down through the trees to sandpits lane. Just be aware the two bollards at the bottom! Then a steady climb up towards East Town then onto West Ashton. A personal favourite.

The Caen Hill Locks are one of the highlights of Route 4 on the Avon K Canal. Physically this is interesting. The water flows down the mountain, but the ship floats up the mountain lock by lock due to its own buoyancy.

The oldest of the Wiltshire white horses this was originally cut in 1772 and restored in 1778. There was evidence of an older horse here facing the other way, but no strong evidence suggests how old that was. In 1872/1873 the horse was considered to be losing its shape, it was re cut and edging stones added. In 1957 the horse was concreted to preserve it. For the runner the trails around the top of the horse are great fun and the 33-mile Imber trail also passes here. There are nice loops from the car park above the horse or from nearby Westbury.

Very pretty and impressive

When you get to Sandpits Lane (coming from the north) I would recommend NOT then trying to take the bridle path west to join the A350. Unless I made a mistake, it's poorly marked and ends up in a mire of liquid mud in winter.

make sure you check what time the café opens when planning your visit

Lovely long off-road descent, good surface