Malacombe Bottom

Valley in Wiltshire

England

Malacombe Bottom

The Ox Drove
The Ox Drove Credit: Richard Webb

Malacombe Bottom, located in Wiltshire, England, is a picturesque valley nestled within the rolling countryside. This idyllic valley is situated in the southern part of the county, near the town of Marlborough. The name "Malacombe Bottom" is believed to have originated from the Old English words "malh" meaning "gravel" and "cumbe" meaning "valley," indicating the presence of gravelly terrain in the area.

The landscape of Malacombe Bottom is characterized by gently sloping hills covered in lush greenery, providing a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The valley is traversed by a small stream that winds its way through the valley floor, adding to the natural beauty of the surroundings. The stream is flanked by a variety of trees, including ash, oak, and willow, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem.

Malacombe Bottom is also home to a range of wildlife, including various bird species, small mammals, and insects. The valley's diverse habitats, including woodland areas and meadows, provide ample food and shelter for these animals.

Due to its natural beauty and tranquility, Malacombe Bottom is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The valley offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and appreciate its scenic views. Additionally, the valley's proximity to Marlborough provides easy access to amenities such as shops, restaurants, and accommodations.

Overall, Malacombe Bottom is a hidden gem in Wiltshire, offering a haven of natural beauty and tranquility for visitors to enjoy.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Malacombe Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.971946/-2.0782098 or Grid Reference ST9419. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Ox Drove
The Ox Drove
Path on Winkelbury Hill
Path on Winkelbury Hill
Downland, Winkelbury Hill The ground drops away sharply here.
Downland, Winkelbury Hill
The ground drops away sharply here.
West side of Winkelbury Hill View of the downs towards Monk's Down.
West side of Winkelbury Hill
View of the downs towards Monk's Down.
Path on Winkelbury Hill
Path on Winkelbury Hill
Stubble, Rotherley Down Gently sloping ground, Cranbourne Chase.
Stubble, Rotherley Down
Gently sloping ground, Cranbourne Chase.
The Ox Drove A tarred section of the ridge road.
The Ox Drove
A tarred section of the ridge road.
Stubble, Monk's Down Winkelbury in the background.
Stubble, Monk's Down
Winkelbury in the background.
Ox Drove, Monk's Down The tarred road leaves the ridge here, as chalk track the Ox Drove continues over Win Green.
Ox Drove, Monk's Down
The tarred road leaves the ridge here, as chalk track the Ox Drove continues over Win Green.
Ox Drove The chalk track continues on the right over Win Green.
Ox Drove
The chalk track continues on the right over Win Green.
Ox Drove Between Monk's Drove and Win Green.
Ox Drove
Between Monk's Drove and Win Green.
Rushmore Park, bluebells Wild bluebells under, unusually, a screen of conifers in Uddens Coppice.
Rushmore Park, bluebells
Wild bluebells under, unusually, a screen of conifers in Uddens Coppice.
Rushmore Park, marker On the path through Uddens Coppice towards Shermel Gate; on Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, marker
On the path through Uddens Coppice towards Shermel Gate; on Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, bluebell wood Wild bluebells in Brookes Coppice.
Rushmore Park, bluebell wood
Wild bluebells in Brookes Coppice.
Rushmore Park, golf course Part of an extensive 18-hole course: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/">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>
Rushmore Park, golf course
Part of an extensive 18-hole course: LinkExternal link
Rushmore Park, bluebells Wild bluebells next to the golf course.
Rushmore Park, bluebells
Wild bluebells next to the golf course.
Rushmore Park, golf course An extensive 18-hole course: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/">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>
Rushmore Park, golf course
An extensive 18-hole course: LinkExternal link
Rushmore Park, gateway Also on the Wiltshire/Dorset boundary.
Rushmore Park, gateway
Also on the Wiltshire/Dorset boundary.
Show me another place!

Malacombe Bottom is located at Grid Ref: ST9419 (Lat: 50.971946, Lng: -2.0782098)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

What 3 Words

///unloaded.relay.chilled. Near Ansty, Wiltshire

Related Wikis

Rotherley Downs

Rotherley Downs (grid reference ST946196) is a 120.05 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Wiltshire, England, notified in 1989. The...

Rotherley Down Settlement

Rotherley Down Settlement is an archaeological site of the late Iron Age and Romano-British period on Cranborne Chase, England. It is about 1.5 miles...

Sandroyd School

Sandroyd School is an independent co-educational preparatory school for day and boarding pupils aged 2 to 13 in the south of Wiltshire, England. The school...

Tollard Royal

Tollard Royal is a village and civil parish on Cranborne Chase, Wiltshire, England. The parish is on Wiltshire's southern boundary with Dorset and the...

King John's House, Tollard Royal

King John's House is a former manor house in the south Wiltshire village of Tollard Royal, England. Just south of the church, the building has at its core...

Ashcombe House, Wiltshire

Ashcombe House, also known as Ashcombe Park, is a Georgian manor house, set in 1,134 acres (4.59 km2) of land on Cranborne Chase in the parish of Berwick...

South Lodge Camp

South Lodge Camp is an archaeological site of the Bronze Age, about 0.6 miles (1.0 km) south-east of the village of Tollard Royal, in Wiltshire, England...

Woodcutts Settlement

Woodcutts Settlement is an archaeological site of the late Iron Age and Romano-British period on Cranborne Chase, England. It is situated about 1 mile...

Have you been to Malacombe Bottom?

Leave your review of Malacombe Bottom below (or comments, questions and feedback).