12th October 2015. Walking Distance 13 miles
Description
From Ludwell a path opposite The Grove Arms leads south beside a watercress farm. Heading SE I gradually climbed up to Win Green with its glorious view in every direction but particularly north. From here you can continue on the Wessex Ridgeway to Tollard Royal but I chose the slightly longer Ox Drove route as it is higher and gives better views, particularly of the fine Ferne House, which despite appearances is quite modern. At Tollard Royal I stopped by the duck pond for a picnic lunch in some wonderful October sun, and then stopped for a beer at The King John. From here the path climbs out of the village and makes its way west to Ashmore with its pretty village pond. After this a good path leads south to Ashmore Wood and then West eventually to Shroton (Iwerne Minster) where you can always call in at The Cricketers
Public Transport
Damory 27 and 29 go between Shaftesbury and Ludwell, while the X9 goes between Shroton and Shaftesbury.
Downloadable Trails.
Leg 7 GPX
GPX files can downloaded and used in GPS units and Smartphone GPS apps. You can also download open it in www.bikehike.co.uk on bing maps to view on an OS map.
Leg 7 KML
This may open in Google maps for viewing. A down arrow on the top left of the map should allow you to download the file. You can then open it in Google Earth and do a 'flying tour'
Profile
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| Heading south from Ludwell |
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| Approaching Win Green from Ludwell |
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| View East from bear Win Green |
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| Trig point showing distances and directions at Win Green |
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| Ferne House from Ox Drove near Win Grren |
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| Following the Ox Drove to Tollard Royal |
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| Tollard Royal |
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| Ashmore |
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| Ashmore Wood |
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| Approaching Shroton from Preston Hill |
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