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North Wiltshire Rivers Route

The North Wiltshire Rivers Route is part of National Cycle Route 4. It is a footpath/ cycleway linking Melksham, Lacock, Chippenham, Calne, Cherhill and Avebury. Further to the west it links with Bradford on Avon, Bath, Bristol and Gloucester, and to the east with Marlborough, Newbury, Reading and London.

Much of the route follows traffic free paths through a diverse natural landscape and near to monuments, sites of historic interest, industrial archaeology, public art and other attractions. The route runs through the historic centres of Calne and Chippenham, where it forms part of the local town cycle/ walking network. It crosses three spectacular bridges (including the first Millennium Bridge in the UK at Derry Hill near Bowood House and Estate), each of which is specifically designed to enhance its location.

The final section of the North Wiltshire Rivers Route, linking Chippenham with Reybridge, Lacock and Melksham opened in 2004. It is an extremely beautiful route, passing through the spectacular landscape alongside the River Avon and the Wilts & Berks Canal, currently being restored by volunteers. It is a great way to get to Lacock, and to destinations further afield.

>>Download a map of the route on the Sustrans website (search for Chippenham under the 'search our mapping' )

Further information from

• the Long Distance Walkers Association.,
• Chippenham Town Council  which employs a River warden to keep the route clear.

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