Chippenham to Calne Railway Path
This is a nice easy cycle or walk along the disused railway path from Chippenham to Calne. It follows National Cycle route 403 and includes lovely riverside runs along the River Avon and the River Marden. The route is almost entirely traffic free so is an ideal option for a family cycle ride or easy walk.
At the end of the trail near Calne, where recommend taking a small detour south of the route to visit the splendid Bowood House. The fine Georgian House is surrounded by beautiful parkland and gardens.
Chippenham to Calne Railway Path Ordnance Survey Map 
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Chippenham to Calne Railway Path Open Street Map 
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Chippenham to Calne Railway Path OS Map 
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Chippenham to Calne Railway Path Open Street Map 
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Further Information and Other Local Ideas
Just to the west of Chippenham you could visit the neighbouring village of Biddestone. The settlement is very quaint with a village pond, attractive cottages and views of the Bybrook River which meanders through the area. Near here is the worthy village of Box. The village includes more nice trails along the brook and the famous Box railway tunnel created by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in the early 19th century.
For more walking ideas in the area see the Wiltshire Walks and North Wessex Downs Walks pages.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Old Bridge on the Chippenham to Calne railway
Black Dog Halt, near Calne, Wilts. Black Dog Halt was on the railway branch line between Chippenham and Calne in Wiltshire. The halt was built in 1873 to serve nearby Bowood House; it only became a public station in 1952 and closed with the rest of the line in 1965. The line is now a cycle path, part of the National Cycle Network route 4 from London to the West. The railings are by artist Laura Lian.
