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South West England

West Woods Beech Avenue – Southern Edge of West Woods loop from West Overton

Hiking trails & Routes

South West England

West Woods Beech Avenue – Southern Edge of West Woods loop from West Overton

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West Woods Beech Avenue – Southern Edge of West Woods loop from West Overton

02:46

9.94km

190m

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: February 11, 2026

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North Wessex Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

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3.62 km

West Woods Beech Avenue

Highlight • Viewpoint

The West Woods for four weeks from mid April are a purple haze of English bluebells. Look out for the gnarly 500m long beech avenue a highlight at any time of the year, but particularly in winter.

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3.73 km

Forest Trail in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • Forest

Moderate trail and lovely small forest to explore.

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4.94 km

Southern Edge of West Woods

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

A byway winds along the southern edge of West Woods, used by both the Wansdyke and the White Horse Trail long-distance footpaths. The woodland is mixed, and has a different …

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7.07 km

Bluebell Forest in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • Natural

Lots of varied paths to walk. Can get busy in the Bluebell season, but quiet at other times. Parking and poncho picnic benches.

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8.42 km

Forest Picnic Spot in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • Forest

Moderate trail with a Nice Spot in the Forest to stop for Coffee or Lunch.

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9.94 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.41 km

2.80 km

713 m

Surfaces

6.40 km

2.54 km

713 m

268 m

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