Walk the Sarsen Trail

Walk 7, 11, 15 or 26 miles through the heart of Wiltshire

The Sarsen Trail walk follows a 26 mile route through the beautiful Wiltshire countryside. From the stunning Vale of Pewsey to the contrasts of Salisbury Plain, this unique route links two of the UK’s World Heritage sites - the ancient stone circle
of Avebury and world-famous Stonehenge. The route is a multi-terrain, undulating cross-country course of moderate severity and may be muddy in wet weather and dusty when dry.

There are regular water and WC stops along the route, with light refreshments available to purchase at Redhorn Hill and bacon rolls at All Cannings. Free light refreshments at Stonehenge for all those who complete the walk. If you intend to walk the full 26 miles we strongly recommend that you start before 09.00 to ensure you reach Stonehenge by 18.00. After 18.00 we cannot guarantee that facilities will still be available. If you decide on the day not to complete the full route you are able to finish at Redhorn instead.

Transport arrangements

With the exception of the 7 mile walk, the main car park is located at Stonehenge and a free coach service will take you from there to the start points. The 7 mile walk will park at Avebury (map to be sent with registration confirmation) and there will be a free minibus shuttle service from All Cannings back to Avebury car park. All vehicles are parked entirely at the owners’ risk. Please note there is no parking at Avebury for walkers of other distances. Dogs are welcome on the coaches but must be kept under control at all times.

Registration

To register for a walk, click on the link opposite
The latest date for entries is 19th April 2010. After this date walkers can only register on the day. Children under 16 years MUST be accompanied by an adult due to several busy roads and the mainline railway that the route crosses. Upon receipt of your entry fee you will be sent confirmation of your registration. Please check all the details carefully and if there are any errors or you wish to alter your requirements please call the Trust on 01380 725670.

ON THE DAY - SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2010

Avebury Start - Check-in will be open from 07.00 – 10.00 The check-in point is at the Study Centre behind the Great Barn.

Redhorn Hill Start - Check-in will be open from 10.00 – 11.30

After you have checked in you will board a coach using the tear-off coach voucher from your record card. 

Important Information If you change your mind about your start point you will need to check-in at the late entries desk on the day. After Casterley Camp you will be passing through the MoD Danger Area. Please keep to the route, remember the Country Code and keep dogs strictly under control. Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is only insured and responsible for registered participants. Your record card will be signed by marshals at the checkpoints along the route, and this provides you with proof that you have completed the walk. All walkers who finish their walk will receive a medal.

* A child under 16
** Family Group of 2 adults and up to 3 children 
*** Group of 5 adults 

Early bird prices apply for all forms received by Monday 19th March 2010.