Loop Schematic — Heading east into the Clarendon Estate
Turn-By-Turn Directions
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From Caboose, head east through Salisbury city centre. Follow signs for the A30 east, then turn off onto the B3079 towards Laverstock.
2km
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Through Laverstock village, pick up the bridleway heading east into the Clarendon Estate. The trail begins here — surfaces become gravel and compacted earth.
4km
3
Follow the bridleway northeast through oak and ash woodland. The trail is well-worn but can be muddy in wet weather. Follow the Clarendon Way footpath signs.
7km
4
Emerge into a clearing — the medieval ruins of Clarendon Palace come into view. Lock bikes and explore the atmospheric 12th century royal ruins on foot.
9km
5
From the palace, pick up the bridleway heading south and west, looping back through the estate's southern woodland tracks. Look out for deer and red kites.
12km
6
Exit the estate near Pitton. Follow tarmac lanes west back through Ford and into Salisbury.
14km
7
Return through Salisbury city centre to Caboose. Loop complete!
16km
Points of Interest
🏰 Clarendon Palace
A favourite royal hunting retreat of Henry III and Henry II. The atmospheric ruins are hidden deep in woodland — a genuine discovery moment.
🦌 Clarendon Estate Wildlife
Roe deer, red kites, buzzards and sparrowhawks are all commonly seen in the estate woodlands.
🌳 Ancient Woodland
Much of the Clarendon Estate contains ancient semi-natural woodland — rare in Wiltshire and beautiful in all seasons.
🍺 The Wheatsheaf, Laverstock
A friendly village pub with a garden — ideal for a drink at the start or end of the trail section.
Practical Information
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Terrain: Mixed — tarmac in and out, then gravel bridleways through woodland. Our gravel bikes handle this well but it can be muddy in winter.
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Best conditions: Spring through Autumn. Winter/wet weather can make woodland bridleways very muddy. Check before you go.
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Emergencies: Call Bike Hire Salisbury on +441722 504858. Bikes must be returned to Caboose by 20:00.