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Old Sarum Ruins – Old Sarum loop from Salisbury

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Old Sarum Ruins – Old Sarum loop from Salisbury

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Old Sarum Ruins – Old Sarum loop from Salisbury

02:27

9.33km

80m

Hiking

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

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 5.31 km for 56 m

Customers only

After 5.43 km for 56 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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195 m

Salisbury Market Square

Highlight • Settlement

Salisbury's Market Square is a vibrant hub of activity, filled with colourful stalls, lively street performers, and historic architecture. It's the perfect place to soak up the local atmosphere and experience the charm of Wiltshire.

Tip by

332 m

Haunch of venison

Highlight • Restaurant

Worth a visit, moderate prices

Translated by Google •

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466 m

St Thomas’s Church, Salisbury

Highlight • Historical Site

This beautiful church in the heart of Salisbury is often bypassed in favour of the magnificent cathedral. However, this is a magnificent building with impressive architecture that's well worth a visit.

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5.26 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 of the royal castle, and discover the awe-inspiring landscape where it all began. One of the South’s most significant historic sites – William the Conqueror once hosted a great gathering at Old Sarum. Soak up the atmosphere as you explore a city lost to time. There’s over 2,000 years of history to discover, as well as unrivalled views across the Wiltshire countryside.
(Text from visitwiltshire.co.uk/salisbury/things-to-do/old-sarum-p133943 )

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5.40 km

Old Sarum Ruins

Highlight • Viewpoint

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 Avebury monoliths, the site probably dates back to around 3000 BC. The settlement lived through a varied history including Roman conquest, and Saxon and Norman rule. In 1514, Henry VIII sold the castle grounds and the settlement gradually fell into decline. The site is now managed by English Heritage and Grade I listed.

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5.51 km

Old Sarum

Highlight • Historical Site

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 Avebury monoliths, Old Sarum probably dates back to around 3000 BC. The settlement lived through varied history including Roman conquest, and Saxon and Norman rule. In 1514, Henry VIII sold the castle grounds and the settlement gradually fell into decline.

The site is now managed by English Heritage and Grade I listed. You can visit from 10am - 4pm Friday to Sunday. Entrance is £5.40 per adult.

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8.70 km

River Avon in Salisbury

Highlight • Viewpoint

Walk alongside the River Avon that gracefully flows through Salisbury in Wiltshire. The river proves a serene and picturesque backdrop to the city's stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere.

Tip by

9.12 km

Fisherton Street Clock Tower

Highlight • Monument

9.33 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.86 km

1.56 km

1.47 km

1.26 km

1.12 km

Surfaces

2.79 km

2.40 km

1.91 km

1.71 km

448 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Monday 18 May

16°C

10°C

65 %

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Old Sarum Ruins – Old Sarum loop from Salisbury

Salisbury Market Square

Haunch of venison

St Thomas’s Church, Salisbury

Old Sarum Entrance Bridge

Old Sarum Ruins

Old Sarum

River Avon in Salisbury

Fisherton Street Clock Tower

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