Cley Hill (NT)
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Overview
Once part of the Longleat estate, the hill was entrusted to the National Trust by the 6th Marquess of Bath. At the top of the hill there are extensive views of West Wiltshire and Somerset. Those looking for UFOs, which have apparently been seen often in the area, can experience uninterrupted views of the sky. Explore the botanically rich chalk downland and discover an abundance of wild flowers teeming with insect life. The site is also significant for its geology and archaeology. It was formed by ancient seas and has been shaped by man since its prehistoric role of guarding territorial boundaries, through to more recent farming and quarrying.
About the area
Wiltshire’s charm lies in the beauty of its countryside, with expansive chalk landscapes of the Marlborough and Pewsey downs and miles of uninterrupted views deep into Dorset, Somerset and the Cotswolds. Stroll through quaint timbered and thatched villages in the southern Woodford and Avon valleys and explore the historic streets of the stone villages of Lacock, Castle Combe and Sherston.
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