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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· South West England

Smithen Down

In or near South Newton.

Smithen Down β€” mountain in england south east. Elevation: 156 m.

A360 heading north - geograph.org.uk - 6852829

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Salisbury Β· 6.4 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Smithen Down is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 156 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: River Avon System SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Smithen Down is a mountain located in South-East England. It offers varied terrain suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking and climbing. Visitors can expect scenic views and natural landscapes typical of the region. The area provides opportunities for both casual walkers and more experienced adventurers.

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

Coordinates
51.1187, -1.8564
District
Wiltshire
Parish
South Newton
Postcode
SP3 4UG
Parliamentary constituency
East Wiltshire
Nearest railway station
Salisbury β€” 6.4 km

Sources

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South Newton

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Stoford Bridge

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South Newton War Memorial

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Where to eat & stay near Smithen Down

Places to stay

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Hotels Β· South West England

The Pembroke Arms

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B&Bs Β· South East England

Cricket Field House

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Caravan parks Β· South East England

Camping & Caravan Club Salisbury

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B&Bs Β· South West England

Burcombe Manor Bed and Breakfast

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Campsites Β· South West England

Stonehenge Campsite & Glamping

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Hotels Β· South East England

The Cathedral Hotel

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Places to eat & drink

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The Old Castle

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The Royal George

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The Haunch Of Venison

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CafΓ©s Β· South East England

Pickled Frog

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Three Crowns Public House

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Smithen Down?
Smithen Down is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SP3 4UG), in the parish of South Newton.
What is Smithen Down?
Smithen Down β€” mountain in england south east. Elevation: 156 m.
How do I get to Smithen Down?
The nearest railway station is Salisbury, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SP3 4UG.
Is Smithen Down a protected site?
Yes β€” Smithen Down is part of the River Avon System SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Smithen Down?
The nearest railway station is Salisbury, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SP3 4UG.