Explore Stonehenge & Wiltshire
A journey through 6000 years of human history
Explore Stonehenge & Wiltshire is an inn to inn walking trail best enjoyed over 7 nights.
This is a Foot Trail big on history, Saxons, Normans, cathedrals, castles and forts, to the humble cottages, there’s 6000 years of human stories to explore and be inspired by. And not to miss is a guided day with David at Stonehenge.
An explorer style trip there’s the opportunity to linger a little longer and really soak up both the story and the landscape.
Inn to Inn walking & hiking in Wiltshire
Nearly 6000 years ago humans started to settle and leave their mark on the land, from sacred monuments and burials to ditches, farming and camps. Wiltshire is one of the most inspiring places to be in the landscape on foot and immerse yourself in history.
Starting in the west near the legendary Egbert’s Stone, a Saxon court, you will journey across the Wiltshire Downs with their big 360’ views. You will find earthworks and tales to bring the landscape to life.
Next it’s into the river valleys that surround the medieval city of Salisbury, the 13th century Cathedral still dominates the landscape. Here amongst the river valleys you will find charming villages of thatched cottages, ancient churches and a ruined 14th century church.
Your trail concludes with Stonehenge, one of David’s (Foot Trails co-founder) loves. The stone circle is just the centre of a much larger ceremonial site. It’s a fascinating site that never ceases to inspire, raise questions and provoke thought. Explore independently, or some of our guests opt to have the Foot Trails team guide them for their Stonehenge day.
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How to get here
The trail begins in South Wiltshire not far from Warminster.
The nearest train station for arrivals is either Warminster or Westbury (we can advise you the best option), the journey time is approximately 2 hours from London Waterloo.
By car the journey time is approximately 2 hours from London.
The suggested international airport is London Heathrow which offers easy onward connection options to the public transport network. There is also a regional airport at Southampton with train connections to the area.
Airport cars often make the most convenient transfer and we can arrange this for you.
Trail highlights include:
- Marvel at the wonder that is Stonehenge. Many say that a visit to our region is incomplete without it
- Walk paths of breath taking Wiltshire countryside with 360’ views
- Enjoy villages with thatched cottages & ancient churches
- Settle down for a ploughman’s lunch with Wiltshire ham and west country cheeses
- Explore the ruins of a 14th century castle, possibly the most romantic ruin in South West England
- Visit the city of Salisbury and its unique Cathedral
Walking
We are passionate about the experience of walking, the sense of journey, and the wellbeing from time spent outside. Wandering the landscape at 2mph allows time to observe the world around us, connect with nature, and to slow down.
We have a range of trails from 8 to 12 miles. When we curate your itinerary we can customise your daily walks.
We advise that our guests should feel comfortable walking 8 miles a day, to get the most from your trip. To us, it’s nice to feel like you have done something, the sense of achievement, but not so much that the thought of another day is off putting.
To help you find your way we provide local maps and word directions on our trail cards, tried and tested, by our team and Volunteer Trail Guides.
Included in your Foot Trail
- Tailored and crafted Walk and Explore Box with everything you need
- Local Ordnance Survey™ map exerts (waterproof) with your trails annotated
Trail guide cards (waterproof one for each day with easy to follow wording - Foot Trails expertise and experience, working with our Trail Consultants to custom made your trip to suit you and the English season instructions)
- Local stories and histories
- Recommended lunchtime stops at country pubs and cafes
- Nature cards for identifying wild flowers, trees and animals
- Seasonal nature guide book
- Sweets (for a boost on route)
- Your en-suite accommodation
- Breakfasts
- One bottle of wine
- Two decades of expertise and know-how
- Inn to Inn luggage transfers with our trusted driver team
- Drop off services when it makes for a better walk
Example Pricing
Everything about your Foot Trail is deliberate, chosen with care and intent for you. Therefore each trip is quoted individually, and will vary from the example pricing below.
A 7 night Explore Stonehenge & Wiltshire itinerary starts from £1550 per person (based on 2 people sharing a room).
How to book
When you get in touch we will take a little time to find out more from you about the experience you would like, the things you enjoy and your travel plans. We then use our passion, experience and local knowledge to craft a daily itinerary for you.
You will receive a full daily itinerary and details of all your accommodations before you book. Once you are happy with your itinerary you simply confirm with your deposit and we will look after everything for you.
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Like to find out more?
To find out more and request an example itinerary for one of our trails, just pop your details in below or give us a call on +44 (0) 1747 820626.
