Brownhill Wood – Penwood Forest loop from Enborne Row

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Basingstoke And Deane

Highclere

Brownhill Wood – Penwood Forest loop from Enborne Row

Moderate

3.5

(6)

hikers

Brownhill Wood – Penwood Forest loop from Enborne Row

02:59

11.5km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 2.90 km for 329 m

Closed: • September-June (otherwise open)

After 3.23 km for 1.85 km

Open: • July-August (otherwise closed)

After 6.02 km for 481 m

Open: • July-August (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

54 m

Brownhill Wood

Highlight • Forest

765 m

Woodland Walk in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • Forest

5.24 km

View of Highclere Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

6.78 km

St Michael and All Angels Church, Highclere

Highlight • Historical Site

The parish church of St Michael and All Angels sits between Highclere Castle and the main part of the village. This church (1870s) replaced a much older church sited adjacent …

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6.91 km

Bench by the Stream in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • River

10.8 km

Pine Forest in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • Forest

Stunning section of the woodland filled with towering pine forest and lush mossy heather and ferns.

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11.3 km

Penwood Forest

Highlight • Forest

Penwood Forest is a beautiful woodland known for its ancient beech trees and autumnal colours. The woods feature a network of walking trails that welcome walkers, runner, and cyclists.

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11.5 km

End point

Parking

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