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Boscombe Down East

In or near Amport.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Boscombe Down East — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 180 m.

Path between fields near former Amesbury Junction - geograph.org.uk - 6544517

David Martin — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Grateley · 4.3 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Boscombe Down East is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 180 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Porton Down SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Boscombe Down East is a mountain located in South-East England. It offers a range of outdoor activities, appealing to hikers and nature enthusiasts. The area is characterised by its natural landscapes, providing opportunities for exploration and adventure. Visitors can expect a variety of trails suitable for different skill levels.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.1443, -1.6668
Nearest railway station
Grateley — 4.3 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Boscombe Down East?
Boscombe Down East is in South-East England, United Kingdom.
What is Boscombe Down East?
Boscombe Down East — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 180 m.
How do I get to Boscombe Down East?
The nearest railway station is Grateley, about 4.3 km away. The nearest town is Amport. Its coordinates are 51.1443°, -1.6668°.
Is Boscombe Down East a protected site?
Yes — Boscombe Down East is part of the Porton Down SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Boscombe Down East?
The nearest railway station is Grateley, about 4.3 km away.