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Cherhill White Horse loop — North Wessex Downs

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Cherhill White Horse loop — North Wessex Downs

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Cherhill White Horse loop — North Wessex Downs

02:39

9.37km

200m

Hiking

Embark on the Cherhill White Horse loop, a moderate hike through the North Wessex Downs that spans 5.8 miles (9.4 km) with an elevation gain of 665 feet (203 metres), typically taking around 2 hours and 39 minutes to complete. You will traverse varied terrain, including chalk grassland, hard tracks,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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North Wessex Downs AONB

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1.65 km

Lansdowne Monument

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The Lansdowne Monument was built in 1845 by the 3rd Marquis of Lansdowne as an 'eye-catcher'. The stone obelisk is 120 feet (37 metres) high and was designed by Sir …

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Cherhill White Horse

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The Cherhill White Horse is the second oldest in Wiltshire, created two years later than the horse at Westbury, which was cut in 1778. From this spot above the horse, you get breathtaking views over the picturesque countryside.

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3.72 km

Roman Road Near Cherhill Down

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Wiltshire has a wealth of Roman roads and this one originally ran from London to Bath. Today, you can still walk some parts of it and this section is a …

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9.37 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.99 km

2.41 km

1.65 km

1.18 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.42 km

2.34 km

2.26 km

709 m

437 m

206 m

Elevation

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Highest point (250 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

15°C

4°C

16 %

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Cherhill White Horse loop — North Wessex Downs

Lansdowne Monument

Cherhill White Horse

Roman Road Near Cherhill Down

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