Salisbury Cathedral – Farleigh Hungerford Castle loop from Warminster

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Salisbury Cathedral – Farleigh Hungerford Castle loop from Warminster

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Salisbury Cathedral – Farleigh Hungerford Castle loop from Warminster

07:33

124km

1,030m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

The Cotswolds National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.10 km

Footbridge Over the River Wylye

Highlight • Bridge

This small footbridge over the Wylye connects Henfords Marsh with Eastleigh Wood Lane. It's likely that there has been a crossing of sorts here for a long time, although it may have been a muddy ford rather than a bridge.

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22.5 km

Idyllic Country Lanes on NCN 24 – Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

Highlight • Cycleway

This wonderful section of NCN 24 follows peaceful lanes through idyllic countryside and villages with thatched buildings and cottage gardens. The terrain is gently undulating, so you can get a …

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32.8 km

Boys Meadow Withybed

Forest

36.3 km

Salisbury Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Salisbury Cathedral can be seen for miles around and is the elaborate heart of this small and beautiful city. Renowned for its English Gothic architecture, the cathedral dates back to …

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42.1 km

Ruins of St. Mary’s Church, Wilton

Highlight • Monument

Described as a 'quintessential English market town', Wilton is rich in history and home to a wide range of traditional family owned shops, pubs and cafés. The shopping village, located …

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94.7 km

Hang Wood

Forest

97.0 km

View of Midford Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

A great view of Midford Castle. Once the home of Nicholas Cage 🏰

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105 km

Farleigh Hungerford Castle

Highlight • Castle

A medieval 14th-century castle. Farleigh Hungerford Castle belonged to the Hungerford family for two turbulent centuries. During the War of the Roses, the castle was held by the crown and …

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