Brickworth Down

Downs, Moorland in Wiltshire

England

Brickworth Down

Brickworth Corner Looking along the A36 towards Salisbury. The A27 is on the right, while the left turn is the entrance to Brickworth Quarry.
Brickworth Corner Credit: David Martin

Brickworth Down, located in Wiltshire, England, is a picturesque area characterized by its downs and moorland landscape. Situated in the southern part of the county, it covers an expansive area of natural beauty that attracts visitors and locals alike.

The downs of Brickworth Down are rolling hills covered with grass and scattered with patches of shrubs and trees. These hills provide stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquil and serene atmosphere. The moorland, on the other hand, consists of open, uncultivated land characterized by heather, gorse, and patches of boggy ground. This distinct landscape is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including birds, insects, and small mammals.

Brickworth Down is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers numerous walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore its diverse terrain at their own pace. The downland is also ideal for activities such as picnicking, kite flying, and birdwatching.

Aside from its natural beauty, Brickworth Down is also of historical significance. The area contains ancient burial mounds and earthworks, providing evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. These archaeological features add an extra layer of intrigue to the landscape, making it an intriguing destination for history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts.

Overall, Brickworth Down in Wiltshire offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities. Whether one seeks solace in nature, wants to immerse themselves in history, or simply desires a peaceful stroll, Brickworth Down is a must-visit location in Wiltshire.

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Brickworth Down Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.019529/-1.690948 or Grid Reference SU2124. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brickworth Corner Looking along the A36 towards Salisbury. The A27 is on the right, while the left turn is the entrance to Brickworth Quarry.
Brickworth Corner
Looking along the A36 towards Salisbury. The A27 is on the right, while the left turn is the entrance to Brickworth Quarry.
A36 at Brickworth Down
A36 at Brickworth Down
Brickworth Garage at junction of A27 and A36
Brickworth Garage at junction of A27 and A36
Brickworth Road near Firlands
Brickworth Road near Firlands
A36 at Witherington Down Just over the hill at Pepperbox Hill
A36 at Witherington Down
Just over the hill at Pepperbox Hill
A36 down the hill towards Whaddon
A36 down the hill towards Whaddon
Restricted byway to Witherington Down There was no physical restriction at this end.
Restricted byway to Witherington Down
There was no physical restriction at this end.
Track to Privett Farm This is also a public footpath.
Track to Privett Farm
This is also a public footpath.
The Pepperbox
The Pepperbox
Field beside Windwhistle Lane
Field beside Windwhistle Lane
Heathland near Dean Hill Farm: aerial 2017
Heathland near Dean Hill Farm: aerial 2017
A27 towards Salisbury Nearly at the western end of the A27, the A36 takes the traveller the rest of the way to Salisbury.
A27 towards Salisbury
Nearly at the western end of the A27, the A36 takes the traveller the rest of the way to Salisbury.
Near the end of the A27 At the lights the road joins the A36. This is the western end of the A27, the eastern end is at Pevensey, East Sussex. In between the road takes a great many forms, sometimes adequate for the traffic and quite often inadequate. This end seems the least busy.
Near the end of the A27
At the lights the road joins the A36. This is the western end of the A27, the eastern end is at Pevensey, East Sussex. In between the road takes a great many forms, sometimes adequate for the traffic and quite often inadequate. This end seems the least busy.
A36 towards Salisbury A much busier route than the A27, which joins it somewhat south of this lay-by.
A36 towards Salisbury
A much busier route than the A27, which joins it somewhat south of this lay-by.
A36 towards Salisbury Three messages on one post. How many is considered to be the safe limit for a driver to take in?
A36 towards Salisbury
Three messages on one post. How many is considered to be the safe limit for a driver to take in?
A36 on Witherington Down Heading towards Salisbury, with most of the traffic here coming the other way.
A36 on Witherington Down
Heading towards Salisbury, with most of the traffic here coming the other way.
Old Milestone by the A36, Pepperbox Hill, Alderbury Carved stone post by the A36, in parish of ALDERBURY (SALISBURY District), Pepperbox Hill; 100m West of track to car park, by field entrance on verge, on North side of road. Southton plate, erected by the Sarum & Eling turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:- : .I Mile / .o Sarum / XX to / Southto.. : : XX to / Southton :  

Milestone Society National ID: WI_SASO02a.
Old Milestone by the A36, Pepperbox Hill, Alderbury
Carved stone post by the A36, in parish of ALDERBURY (SALISBURY District), Pepperbox Hill; 100m West of track to car park, by field entrance on verge, on North side of road. Southton plate, erected by the Sarum & Eling turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : .I Mile / .o Sarum / XX to / Southto.. : : XX to / Southton : Milestone Society National ID: WI_SASO02a.
Old Milestone by the A27, Brickworth Road, Whiteparish Carved stone post by the A27, in parish of WHITEPARISH (SALISBURY District), Brickworth Road; opposite petrol station, on the verge, on North side of road. Whiteparish stone, erected by the Whiteparish, Romsey & Southampton turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
VI
Miles To
SARUM
IX To
ROMSEY
XVI To
SOUTHTON

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1300177 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1300177" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1300177">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Milestone Society National ID: WI_SARM06.
Old Milestone by the A27, Brickworth Road, Whiteparish
Carved stone post by the A27, in parish of WHITEPARISH (SALISBURY District), Brickworth Road; opposite petrol station, on the verge, on North side of road. Whiteparish stone, erected by the Whiteparish, Romsey & Southampton turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- VI Miles To SARUM IX To ROMSEY XVI To SOUTHTON Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1300177 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SARM06.
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Brickworth Down is located at Grid Ref: SU2124 (Lat: 51.019529, Lng: -1.690948)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Located within 500m of 51.019529,-1.690948
Access: permissive
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.0199582/-1.6946867
Brickworth Down
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.020428/-1.6924356
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