Saxon M4 Lane – Malmesbury Abbey loop from Malmesbury

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Saxon M4 Lane – Malmesbury Abbey loop from Malmesbury

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Saxon M4 Lane – Malmesbury Abbey loop from Malmesbury

01:37

6.18km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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344 m

River Avon Garden View

Highlight • Viewpoint

pretty place to have a quick stop

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751 m

Saxon M4 Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

I believe this lane was once part of the main Bristol to Oxford road. The Saxon M4 🙂

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4.71 km

View of Malmesbury Abbey and the River Avon

Highlight • Viewpoint

Idyllic English scene.

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5.72 km

West Gate of Malmesbury

Highlight • Historical Site

Plaque commemorating Malmesbury's historic West Gate.

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5.83 km

Malmesbury Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Built in the 12th Century, Malmesbury Abbey is a great place to explore. You can visit the tomb of King Athelstan as well as a 15th Century bible. The abbey is open everyday from 9am to 5pm.

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6.18 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.75 km

2.15 km

687 m

599 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.39 km

1.92 km

1.15 km

687 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Friday 6 November

12°C

7°C

35 %

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Saxon M4 Lane – Malmesbury Abbey loop from Malmesbury

River Avon Garden View

Saxon M4 Lane

View of Malmesbury Abbey and the River Avon

West Gate of Malmesbury

Malmesbury Abbey

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