Pepperbox Hill
This walk climbs to a distinctive 17th century folly on Pepperbox Hill near Salisbury in Wiltshire.
The Grade II listed building dates back to 1606 and is also known as Eyre's Folly. You can start the walk from the Pepperbox Hill car park and then follow footpaths a short way up to the folly. The area is also a nature reserve with lots of interesting flora and fauna to see.
You can find the hill just a mile south of the village of West Grimstead. The high point is 157 metres and includes a number of bridle paths for further exploration. From the top there are fine views over the Wiltshire countryside to Salisbury.
Postcode
SP5 3QL - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsPepperbox Hill Ordnance Survey Map 
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Pepperbox Hill Open Street Map 
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Pepperbox Hill Open Street Map 
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Pubs/Cafes
Just to the south east is the village of Whiteparish where you could visit the Kings Head Inn. The historic 16th century pub has old beams, a real fire and a bay window where you can watch the world go by. There's also a good sized garden which has it's own duck pond. They can be found at postcode SP5 2SG.
You could start the walk from the village and follow footpaths north west up to the hill as well.
Dog Walking
The paths are ideal for a dog walk. You will probably see other owners on a fine day. The Kings Head mentioned above is also dog friendly.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
Head a few miles north and you could explore Figsbury Ring. The Iron Age hill fort is another National Trust owned site with good footpaths around the ramparts and more tremendous views.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Guarding the Pepperbox, near to West Grimstead, Wiltshire, Great Britain. The Pepperbox, during the late 18th and early 19th century was the haunt of highwaymen, who waited there to rob coaches after they had climbed the hill and the horses tired.
Molehills, Pepperbox Hill. The area features a diverse habitat boasting many uncommon species including juniper, orchids and yew woodland. The chalk downland supports rare butterfly species, including the duke of burgundy.
Approach to the Pepperbox. The building was used as a lookout post by the local Home Guard during World War II. Both the folly and the hill it stands on are property of the National Trust
National Trust signpost, Pepperbox Hill, Wiltshire
Topograph and view near the Pepperbox
Field edge and distant view to Salisbury
