Handcrafted wooden gates – Arlington Estate loop from Loxhore

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Handcrafted wooden gates – Arlington Estate loop from Loxhore

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Handcrafted wooden gates – Arlington Estate loop from Loxhore

02:23

8.18km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.11 km

Historic Buildings at Cott Hill

Highlight • Structure

Just a lovely little barn, old houses to see when passing.

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2.36 km

Handcrafted wooden gates

Highlight • Structure

These beautiful, tall gates are a real feature of the Cott Down hiking and running route from Arlington Court. Heading north, they lead onto a fantastic stretch of singletrack on the Cott Down Plantation, high above the River Yeo.

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5.29 km

Wilderness Pond

Highlight • Lake

The sight of the Church of St James reflected in the still waters of Wilderness Pond is one of the finest on the Arlington Estate. This lovely ornamental pond is …

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5.45 km

Church of St James

Highlight • Religious Site

This Grade 2-listed building is the parish church of Arlington and is situated next to the impressive Arlington Court. While there are some 14th-century features, much of the building owes …

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5.55 km

National Trust Carriage Museum

Highlight • Museum

The Carriage Museum in Arlington Court's stables has everything from elegant coaches to humble carts that would have carried servants. The collection boasts over 40 vehicles for every occasion, from cradle to grave. Entry is free for National Trust members.

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5.64 km

Arlington Estate

Highlight • Historical Site

The Arlington Estate has been in the Chichester family for over 500 years, with the house built in 1823. It has been in the care of the National Trust for …

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6.63 km

Woodland Trail with Marked Paths

Highlight • Trail

7.00 km

Superb singletrack through Deerpark Wood

Highlight • Trail

This is a fantastic stretch of singletrack through Deerpark Wood, especially if taken south to north to fully enjoy the downhill. Deerpark Wood is beautiful in the spring, when bluebells create a dazzling display.

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8.18 km

End point

Parking

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