A 34 mile walk through the Avon Valley, a wildlife heritage area. The Avon Valley is a very special place. Unlike so many other parts of southern England, the valley has largely been spared from the pressures of modern agriculture, roads and other forms of intrusive development, and still supports a remarkable range of unspoilt habitats, rich in wildlife.

County: Hampshire
Distance: 34 miles
Difficulty of walk: Easy
Estimated time to complete walk: 30
Terrain details: Much of the valley flood plain has been notified as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and more than 3,000 hectares fall within an Environmentally Sensitive Area, where traditional farming practices are encouraged. In addition, Hampshire County Council has given a major part of the valley Countryside Heritage Area status in recognition of its special character, history and importance for nature conservation.
Type of route: Linear
Starts: Christchurch Priory(Grid reference: SZ160925)
Ends: Salisbury Cathedral(Grid reference: SU140300)
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