Hidden Wiltshire Guided Walk - The Westbury White Horse and the Battle of Ethandun
Sun 09 Aug
|Bratton White Horse & Bratton camp
Walk in the footsteps of King Alfred on this Hidden Wiltshire guided walk from the Westbury White Horse. Discover the beautiful landscape where the Battle of Ethandun may have changed the course of English history in 878 AD.
Time & Location
09 Aug 2026, 12:30 – 16:30
Bratton White Horse & Bratton camp, Port Way, Bratton, Westbury BA13 4TA, UK
About the event
Join Glyn Coy for a fascinating Hidden Wiltshire guided walk through one of the most historic landscapes in England, where breathtaking scenery meets one of the most significant events in our nation's past.
Beginning at the iconic Westbury White Horse, we'll follow ancient paths into the beautiful valley of Luccombe Bottom, visit the tranquil Luccombe Springs, continue through the historic village of Bratton, and finally make the rewarding climb back to the White Horse via Combe Bottom, enjoying spectacular views across the Wiltshire countryside.
This is far more than a countryside walk—it's a journey back to 878 AD, when the future of England hung in the balance.
As we explore the landscape, I'll explain why many historians believe this area was the setting for the Battle of Ethandun, where King Alfred the Great defeated the Viking army led by Guthrum. It was a victory that changed the course of English history,…
Tickets
Walk Ticket
£12.00
+£0.30 ticket service fee
Total
£0.00