SalisburyAmesbury

Salame one
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By a Slow Ways Volunteer on 07 Apr 2021


Distance

14km/9mi

Ascent

241m

Descent

219m

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Description

This is a Slow Ways route connecting Salisbury and Amesbury.

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This is a Slow Ways route connecting Salisbury and Amesbury.

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Route status - Live

Reviews - 3

Average rating -

Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

There are currently no problems reported with this route.

Downloads - 21

Surveys

What is this route like?

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Grade 4X based on 2 surveys Sign up or log in to survey this route.
Description Note
Grade 3: Route includes rough surfaces that may include small boulders, potholes, shallow ruts, loose gravel, short muddy sections.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.
Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 2 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Not present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Vegan restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Maybe present Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Not present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Not present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Not present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Maybe present Likely to flood (1)
Maybe present Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Maybe present Step and kerbs (1)
Maybe present Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Maybe present Cattle possible (1)
Present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Maybe present Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Maybe present Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 100.0cm (2)

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unclear (2)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

2.0% of the route is on roads (2)

10.0% of the route is lit at night (2)

10.0% of the route is paved (2)

10.0% of the route is muddy (2)

20.0% of the route is over rough ground (2)

10.0% of the route is through long grass (2)

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2 surveys

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3X June 2024 by Russell Haley
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4X August 2024 by Charles312
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Geography information system (GIS) data

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Maximum elevation

Minimum elevation

Start and end points

Salisbury
Grid Ref SU1449029970
Lat / Lon 51.06888° / -1.79457°
Easting / Northing 414,490E / 129,970N
What3Words firm.ankle.often
Amesbury
Grid Ref SU1544641420
Lat / Lon 51.17181° / -1.78043°
Easting / Northing 415,446E / 141,420N
What3Words overhear.tilts.archduke

Salame One's land is

Arable 52.5%
Other agricultural land 6.4%
Pasture 16.9%
Urban 22.4%
Woods 1.7%

Data: Corine Land Cover (CLC) 2018

reviews


Charles312

19 Jun 2023 (edited 23 Jun 2023) Spring

For this review of Salame One I followed the route in reverse, from Amesbury to the Salisbury meeting point.

Overall, this is a very pleasant walk and is probably the best option for a direct, mostly off-road, route to Salisbury with superb views. The majority is easy-going; however, some parts may need consideration depending on requirements. These are detailed the full photo survey I completed to supplement this review.

I have awarded it 4 stars because of the 2.5km unpaved, on-road section through Great Durnford onto High Post Road. That said, it's not unacceptable by any means, and to the route contributor's credit there isn't really a suitable off-road alternative in this area. (I also suspect it feels less arduous travelling down Jubilee Hill rather than going up.)

Impressions:

The route begins following a picturesque, intimate footpath under tree cover crossing several footbridges over the River Avon and its tributaries. The subsequent open hillside ascent soon plateaus providing a rich view of the river valley below.

Following the course of the river the route in time enters a serene footpath under tree cover with striking lattice of roots underfoot, later joining a comfortable wide track heading down toward Great Durnford.

At the time of writing the village itself is beautiful enriched with flowers in full bloom. Leaving Durnford behind is the aptly-named road Jubilee Hill which has a moderate upward gradient, featuring the optional detour onto an interesting raised earthwork footpath.

Following the spell on High Post Road enters the traffic-free concrete track on the hills above Netton. This section was most welcome following the earlier ascent and offers splendid views - if the weather is clear here you should get your first sight of Salisbury Cathedral's spire in the distance. The route soon resolves to a footpath junction under tree cover which was a joy to pass through.

After a careful descent past Keepers Cottage, next is an immediate ascent up a fantastic old cobblestone road. It is quite uneven here so would exercise caution in poor conditions. At the summit the might of Old Sarum will now come into view (see photograph).

Crossing the road at Phillips Lane, the route rounds Old Sarum then joins the fairly steep and rough Portway footpath descending to bring you level with Salisbury at the paved semi-residential Stratford Road. Cross the road and continue until you reach Salisbury’s traffic-free full-tarmac trail to your left. From here follow the signs toward City Centre onto the meeting point.

Observations:

1) As mentioned in Mandmbrown's review (May 21) the manor house estate at Great Furndord is now blocked so you will need to follow the traffic road into the village. It has no markings and includes some bends, but is fairly wide and was very quiet when I walked it.

2) Halfway up Jubilee Hill road the Slow Ways route suggests you leave the road and pass through a couple of pedestrian gates and walk along the footpath parallel around 200m to then rejoin the road. Though not essential, it offers a nice change of pace so I would recommended it if suitable.

3) Further to Phil W's (Apr 21) review the small Right of Way found on the hills of Netton have long been tilled over, so just follow the concrete track around instead.

4) Owing to the Salisbury River Park project (Phase 1 due to be completed Spring 2024) along the tarmac trail there were two diversions that I had to follow. The first involved briefly coming off the trail along Hulse Road turning right onto Ashley Road to rejoin. The second sees an "early" exit from the trail altogether onto Castle Street, thereon making a beeline toward the Salisbury meeting point.

Both of these diversions were well-signposted, and were fully serviced by pavement and zebra crossings where crossing a road was required.

Photograph attached captures the approach to Old Sarum.


Mandmbrown

30 May 2021 Spring

An excellent walk conducted at a leisurely pace (although the occasional gradient along the route north approaching Amesbury could make it a little challenging for some). Of note, the Slow Ways Route indicates to use an unmarked road just north of Great Durnford but this is now a "Gated" Private Estate (Photographs attached that show either end of this section), so the road out of the village is to be used.


Phil W

29 Apr 2021 Spring

This is a fine walk and encompasses some splendid views. One slight issue is that on Netton Hill, the route shows as following the right of way as defined on the OS map. In practice, you would need to follow the paths on the ground since the RoW is blocked by fairly dense rape seed (April 2021).


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