Explore the ancient hunting grounds of The White Hart and discover the isolated church of Holnest, once overshadowed by a vast mausoleum. Enter the softly tamed landscape, following old drove roads and skimming lakes and farms, bordered by towering oak trees. Cross the River Cam, where the legend of a doomed horse and cart still … Continue reading Holnest
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Stourton Caundle
Discover a landscape lost in history, a small village once home to castle which witnessed both success and tragedy. The village was the marital home of Dick Whittington, the inspiration of the fairy-tale, before the family experienced sadness through both plague and murder. However, the village was possibly saved by the controversial presence of cats, … Continue reading Stourton Caundle
Kington Magna Millennium Walk
Sponsored by Kington Magna Parish Council The Kington Magna Millennium Walk. Enjoy a small circular stroll up, down, through and around the little village of Kington Magna. Introduced to mark the millennium, the route visits a church, with arguably the best ecclesial view of the county, looking over the Blackmore Vale from the steep slopes … Continue reading Kington Magna Millennium Walk
Bourton and Wyndham’s Oak
Starting in the small hamlet of Silton, hidden in the northern corner of the Blackmore Vale, follow the medieval roads through the landscape to Bourton. Join the little River Stour and follow it up stream to the remains of a bustling industry that kept the village alive. Skim the three corners of Wiltshire, Dorset and … Continue reading Bourton and Wyndham’s Oak
