Dowdeswell to Leckhampton Hill

Dowdeswell to Leckhampton through Lineover Wood, Seven Springs, and open common.

Dowdeswell to Leckhampton Hill

Dowdeswell to Leckhampton Hill

From Dowdeswell, the trail passes through Lineover Wood and climbs around Wistley Plantation before crossing farmland. It drops near Seven Springs, often cited as a Thames headwater, then rises again over Charlton Kings Common and along the escarpment to Leckhampton Hill and the Devil's Chimney rock feature.

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Stage map

Total distance
8.7 km
5 mi
Elevation gain
265 m
Elevation loss
127 m
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