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Wiltshire: Walking the Wylye Valley

While away an afternoon with a picnic walk in Wiltshire's Wylye Valley

If you're searching for a beautiful spot for a picnic lunch and a countryside walk then look no further!

The partial ruins of St Leonard’s Church are situated at the edge of the pretty Wiltshire village of Sutton Veny. The lovely churchyard surrounding the picturesque arches is the perfect place to lay a picnic blanket and while away an hour in the Wylye valley before exploring the countryside on foot.

  • Start point: St Leonard’s Old Church, Sutton Veny (Grid ref: ST908415)
  • Distance: 8km (5mi)
  • Route type: circular
  • Ease: Easy – one steep ascent and descent

Download the Sutton Veny circular walk guide

External view of part of the ruins

Sutton Veny - St Leonards - Exterior

© Bruce Carey

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