The Farm of Knights sits on the slopes of Knighton Hill looking over the valley of the little River Wriggle. Isolated, on the edge of the Blackmore Vale, the settlement has shrunk slowly back into the hillside. Wander through the landscape using the medieval routes which connected the once powerful castles of Sherborne and Leigh. Follow the many tributaries as they flow through open the fields and past old stone barns, bordering pockets of ancient woodland, following the footsteps of Knights and royalty.
Distance: 4 miles/6km
Duration: 2 hours
Ability: Easy.
Max Height: 310ft.
Min Height: 160ft.
Total climb: 295ft.
Terrain: Tracks, paths and roads.
Map: OS Explorer 129 Yeovil to Sherborne
Start Point: Higher Farm. (Postcode: DT9 6QU, Grid Reference: ST614115, What Three Words: round.devalued.incline).
How to Get There: From Sherborne, travel south on the A352. After climbing up through the Terraces, take the first right and stay on the same road for nearly 3 miles. On entering the small hamlet of Knighton turn left to find space to park after the farmhouse, being careful not to block any access.
Dogs: In accordance with the Countryside Code and any notices on route.
Refreshments: None on route but nearby are The Kings Arms in Thornford, The Rose and Crown in Longburton and The White Hart in Yetminster.
Neighbouring Walks: Thornford, Longburton, Glanvilles Wootton, Leigh and Yetminster.
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