Welcome to Mount Cowdown

Mount Cowdown is a hill located in the county of Wiltshire, England. It is situated near the village of Broad Chalke and is part of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The hill is approximately 197 meters high and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. It is a popular destination for hikers and walkers who come to enjoy the beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

The hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey such as buzzards and kestrels, as well as rabbits, deer, and foxes. The area is also rich in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. There are several ancient burial mounds and earthworks on the hill, which are believed to have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes.

Visitors to Mount Cowdown can enjoy a range of activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking. There are several footpaths and trails that lead to the summit, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is also a popular spot for stargazing, with clear views of the night sky. Overall, Mount Cowdown is a beautiful and peaceful destination that offers visitors a chance to connect with nature and explore the rich history of the area.

Local Weather

Fog

Temp: 3.3°C

Feels Like: 1.9°C

Wind: 3.6 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Collingbourne Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Harriet Phillips	Chicks Lane Collingbourne Ducis Marlborough Wiltshire SN8 3UH 01264850346 School Website
Ludgershall Castle Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andy Bridewell	Short Street Ludgershall Andover Wiltshire SP11 9RB 01264790375 School Website
The Wellington Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Dr Steven Paddock	Tidworth Road Ludgershall Wiltshire SP11 9RR 01264405060 School Website
Wellington Eagles Primary Academy Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Ms Claire Addis	Wellesley Road Ludgershall Andover SP11 9LT 1264316400 School Website
Wellington Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Addis	Oatway Road Tidworth Wiltshire SP9 7FP 01264310780 School Website
Zouch Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nina Johnson	Wavell Road Tidworth Wiltshire SP9 7JF 01980842293 School Website
Clarendon Junior School Foundation School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Ward	Ordnance Road Tidworth Wiltshire SP9 7QD 01980607007 School Website
Clarendon Infants School Foundation School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Karen Ward	Ordnance Road Tidworth Wiltshire SP9 7QD 01980843381 School Website
Burbage Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Zoe Garbutt	Blackmans Lane Off Ailesbury Way Burbage Marlborough Wiltshire SN8 3TP 01672810452 School Website
Easton Royal Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Beck Stubbs	The Street Easton Royal Pewsey Wiltshire SN9 5LZ 01672810477 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bedwyn The Knapp, Great Bedwyn, Wiltshire, SN8 5RD 6.02 Miles

Pewsey North Street, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5ER 6.49 Miles

Andover Station Approach, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3HW 8.61 Miles

Grateley Station Road, Grateley, Hampshire, SP11 7EB 8.77 Miles

Hungerford Station Road, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0DY 9.94 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Mandptaxis 07988 677072 24 Astor Crescent, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 9RF 2.96 Miles
M And P Taxis 07988 677072 24 Astor Crescent, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 9RF 2.96 Miles
Debroy Prestige Cars 07968 649488 Andover Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 9NE 3.29 Miles
Tidworth Taxis 01980 842222 24, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7NB 3.72 Miles
Great Bedwyn Taxis 07966 463809 5 Lavington Close, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 3AL 3.85 Miles
Stephen's Taxis 01980 842681 2 Abbotts Rd, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7HE 3.91 Miles
Tritax Taxi's 01980 843388 4 Zouch Parade, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7ET 4.07 Miles
Aldbourne Taxis 07977 059991 The Mill House/Conygre Farm, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5LU 4.51 Miles
Andtax Coltax Private Hire 01264 771919 Coppins/Ordnance La, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 8TB 6.35 Miles
Outlook Private Hire 01672 564394 45 Goddard Road, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5EQ 6.40 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sn8 Cadley Road Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Collingbourne Ducis P.O. London House Sunton Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Sn8 Brunton Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Collingbourne Kingston Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Aughton Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Collingbourne Ducis Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Southgrove Farm Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Wexcombe Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deweys Lane Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Ludgershall Post Office Collection Today available until:12:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tidworth Road Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Tibs Meadow Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Empress Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Tidcombe Marlborough Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Everleigh Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Castle Practice 01264 790356	The Ludgershall Hlth Ctre Central St, Ludgershall Andover Hampshire SP11 9RA
Burbage Surgery 01672 810566	9 The Sprays Burbage Marlborough Wiltshire SN8 3TA
The Castle Practice Tidworth - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Drummer Lane Tidworth SP9 7FH
Castle Practice	Drummer Lane Tidworth Hampshire SP9 7FH
The Castle Practice Tidworth - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Drummer Lane Tidworth SP9 7FH

Local Stores

Ludgershall
Andover Road
Ludgershall
Wiltshire
SP11 9LU
01264 791125
Store Website
2.89 miles

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SPAR Pennings Road
SPAR
Pennings Road
Tidworth
SP9 7LG
01980608103
Store Website
3.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Foxcotte Veterinary Clinics Ltd
The Old Surgery 2 St James Street Ludgershall Wiltshire SP11 9QF 01264 790609 2.72 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sidbury Hill Veterinary Clinic
7 Station Road Tidworth Hampshire SP9 7NN 01980 842200 sidburyhill@stonehengevets.com Website 4.29 miles
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Belmont Veterinary Clinic
Salisbury Road Business Park Salisbury Road Pewsey Wiltshire SN9 5PZ 01672 563413 info@belmonthousevets.co.uk Website 6.50 miles
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Foxcotte Veterinary Clinics Ltd
15 Foxcotte Road Charlton Andover Hampshire SP10 4AR 01264 358808 Website 7.84 miles
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Animals Treated
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09:00 to 10:00 and 14:00 to 15:00 and 16:30 to 18:30
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Companion Care (Andover) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 6, Enham Arch Retail Park Newbury Road Andover Hampshire SP10 4DU 01264 333 941 andover@companioncare.co.uk Website 8.82 miles
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Stonehenge Vets
Larkhill Road Durrington Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 8DP 01980 654404 info@stonehengevets.com Website 8.99 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Pewsey Wharf
Walk Along The Canal Pewsey Wharf Marlborough Road Lancashire 6.96 miles

Location what3words warms.snooze.reader

Savernake Forest
The Old Forest Of Savernake Is Derived From Ancient Wood Pasture Management, And Has Many Veteran Trees. The Forest Extends To 1100 Hectares (2750 Acres) Most Of Which Is Classified As A Special Site Of Scientific Interest (Sssi) As Well As Being Registered As An Important Historic Park. Long Harry Marlborough Lancashire SN8 3HW 7.84 miles

Location what3words chuck.pheasants.nods

Salisbury Plain
Park At Carter Barracks In Bulford And Walk Through The Wooded Area Then You Can Go On A Long Or Short Walk. There Are Sometimes Cows Grazing But That Is The Only On Lead Area, Other Than That It's A Lovely Walk You Can Go On For Miles. Bulford Droveway Lancashire 8.18 miles

Location what3words proved.scarred.atlas

Hurstbourne Tarrant
Start And Finish At Hurstbourne Tarrant, We Parked Opposite The Church By The Stream. B3048 Hurstbourne Tarrant Andover SP11 0AY 8.31 miles Park Opposite The Church, By The Primary School.

Location what3words extension.tightrope.coaster

Anton Lakes Quick Walk
Short Walk (About 20 Mins Or So Depending On Walking Speed) But Can Go Round A Couple Of Times And There Are Fields/Other Routes That Can Lengthen The Walk. Lots Of Local Wildlife Around. Main Path Easy To Navigate 4 Lawrence Cl Andover Lancashire SP10 3SY 8.41 miles Just Off Ring Road Roundabout. Clearly Signposted With A Small Car Park. Nice Little Route Around The Lake

Location what3words clashes.touchy.condense

Rooksbury Mill
The Park Is Fully Accessible For Wheelchairs And Pushchairs And Contains A Car Park Which Is Suitable For Coaches.It Has A Few Small Little Accesses To The Streams For My Water Loving Lab And A Big Dog Field Where All Dogs Are Allowed Off Lead - This Is A Great Area For Friendly Dogs To Socialise. 14 The Watermeadows Andover Lancashire SP10 2BF 9.33 miles

Location what3words left.dates.ticket

Weather Forecast

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	Light freezing rain	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
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Feels Like	-4.7°C	-5.5°C	-5.5°C	-5.1°C	-5°C	-4.6°C	-4°C	-2.5°C	-2.9°C	-2.3°C	-3.1°C	-3.8°C

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Feels Like	-4.1°C	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-3.7°C	-5.9°C	-7.5°C	-9.7°C	-11.5°C	-12.1°C	-13°C	-14.8°C	-17.4°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-10°C	-10.7°C	-11.4°C	-12.1°C	-12.3°C	-11.4°C	-9.5°C	-7.7°C	-7°C	-7.3°C	-8.7°C	-9.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.5°C	-19.2°C	-19.8°C	-20°C	-18.5°C	-15.3°C	-11.8°C	-10.2°C	-10.6°C	-12.8°C	-15.5°C

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