Old Sarum – Clarendon Palace Ruins loop from Old Sarum

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Old Sarum – Clarendon Palace Ruins loop from Old Sarum

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Old Sarum – Clarendon Palace Ruins loop from Old Sarum

07:02

26.2km

320m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.27 km

Old Sarum Entrance Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

"Discover the story of the original Salisbury and take the family for an action-packed day out at Old Sarum. Stand in the footprint of Salisbury's first cathedral, conquer the ruins …

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1.35 km

Old Sarum

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Old Sarum is thought to have been one of the earliest settlements in Salisbury and it appears in some of the UK's oldest records. Built close to Stonehenge and the …

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2.58 km

Castle Hill, Salisbury

Highlight • Historical Site

Castle Hill in Salisbury is home to the historic Salisbury Castle, which dates back to the 11th century. The castle ruins are free to explore, and you'll be afforded some …

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9.06 km

View of Salisbury Cathedral

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Scenic path through a field with great views to Salisbury Cathedral

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9.74 km

Clarendon Palace Ruins

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Located here are the remains of a medieval palace built by Henry II in the 12th century. The palace was a favourite residence amongst British monarchs and was known for …

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13.0 km

Bridleway from Pitton

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Narrow, scenic little path

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17.1 km

Winterslow Corner

Forest

19.5 km

Figsbury Ring

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Figsbury Ring is an Iron Age hill fort that affords fine views over Salisbury Plain, Old Sarum, and Salisbury Cathedral. The fort is unusual as it contains another smaller enclosure, …

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21.7 km

Winterbourne Earls Ford

Highlight • Bridge

The ford on the River Bourne is found at the end of Tanners Lane at Winterbourne Earls. A little bridge will take you over the ford to rejoin the road.

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26.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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