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Calstone and Cherhill Downs - National Trust

South of Cherhill Village, Near Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 8XY

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Summary

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  • Amenities in this area include: open countryside.
  • The most accessible entrance has an open entrance with no doors.
  • This entrance is on the A4 just east of Cherhill.

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Parking

  • This site does not have a car park.
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
  • There is only very limited and unmarked on-street parking at the access point.

Outdoor Spaces

  • This information is for the access point located on the A4 east of Cherhill.
  • There is step-free level access into the area.
  • There is open access at the surveyed access point.
  • The width of the gap is 150cm.
  • The following outdoor facilities are available: woodland and open countryside.
  • The outdoor spaces include the following surfaces: grass, uncompacted earth and loose stones.
  • Footpaths are available in some of the outdoor space.
  • The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access around some of the area.
  • There are slight slopes without handrails and steep slopes without handrails in the main areas.
  • Slight and steep slopes are found at various points along the pathways.
  • There are some bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have gates and stiles which may create obstacles for some users.

Hikes and Trails (Calstone and Cherhill Downs Trail)

  • The trail is approximately 7.75 miles.
  • The route is circular and covers a variety of mixed-use paths and by-way.
    Surfaces can be uneven and muddy with potholes.
    There is a car park near a golf club close to the site which may be used as a starting point.
    The route includes the Cherhill monument, Oldbury Hill Fort and Calstone Down.
  • The hike is open 24 hours.
  • None of the paths are lit at night.
  • The route includes the following surfaces: grass, gravel and mud.
  • Some of the route contains steep gradients and very uneven surfaces.
  • These are found in the following areas: at various points along the trail.
  • There are no alternative routes to avoid these areas.
  • The route is not clearly signposted.
  • The route has handheld maps and online maps.
  • Seating is available on the route.
  • There are no toilet facilities along the route.