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Start at the National Trust car park for Alfred's Tower on Tower Road, then take the short path to the tower. This walk follows the woodland loop of the Trust's blue Alfred's Tower walk, with the return from Turner's Paddock rather than the extra village and main visitor reception leg.
From the tower, follow the Terrace Ride east, then turn right down the forestry track at the edge of the woodland. Continue onto the Broad Ride and through Park Hill Camp, an Iron Age hillfort. Stay on the main track as it bends right and descends into Turner's Paddock. At the lower junction, turn onto the uphill route along the field edge, passing above the ruins of Tucking Mill. Continue steadily uphill through the conifer woods, keeping to the main track at junctions. Turn left when you reach the Terrace Ride and return to Alfred's Tower, then retrace the short access path to the car park.
Allow about two and a half hours for the 7.3 km route, with time for the hillfort and tower exterior. There is a sustained woodland climb, uneven tracks, gates and stiles, and muddy patches after rain. Tower entry and its staircase are separate from this walk. Follow local blue waymarkers and any signed diversion at Park Hill Camp if sheep are grazing. Keep dogs on leads near livestock and follow current estate notices. Bring water; the main Stourhead visitor facilities are away from this starting point. Check car park signs for any charges or access restrictions.
Route and access information: National Trust, Alfred's Tower walk and current Stourhead estate visitor information, checked October 2026.
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