Lacock Bowden Hill Walk
This circular walk takes you from Lacock Abbey and Village to the neighbouring village of Bowden Hill in Wiltshire.
The walk runs for about 4.5 miles, taking you to the village and around Bowden Park on public footpaths and country lanes. The walk includes a moderate hill climb where you can enjoy some splendid views over the surrounding countryside of the River Avon flood plain.
Route highlights include the historic abbey with its lovely grounds and riverside trails. Both villages are very picturesque and the Bowden Park estate includes an 18th century country house.
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A row of terraced houses on the right. On the left a blooming planter and a pub sign.
Meadow near Bowden Hill. Bowden Hill is a small, picturesque village in Wiltshire, nestled within the parish of Lacock and offering a tranquil, rural escape. Situated on the side of a hill, it rises from the River Avon flood plain, providing residents and visitors with attractive views across the surrounding mixture of woodlands and agricultural land. Its designation as a conservation area ensures a relatively sparse population density and helps preserve its charming character.
Church of St. Anne, Bowden Hill. Despite its quiet nature, Bowden Hill is home to a few notable landmarks. Among these is St Anne's Church, constructed in 1856 by John Gladstone (brother of Prime Minister William Gladstone), featuring a distinctive blend of Early English Gothic, Norman, and German Romanesque architectural styles. Another significant site is Bowden Park, a grand 18th-century country house designed by James Wyatt, which is Grade I listed. Additionally, a 16th-century conduit house, still supplying water to nearby Lacock Abbey, stands as a testament to the area's long history.
Bowden Park