Pepperbox Hill

Important notice -

Our countryside space is open. We ask all visitors to follow government guidance on travel and social distancing to keep everyone safe.

Chalk ridge landmark with far-reaching views and rich natural heritage

More about this place

Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops and countryside locations are open to visit. Many houses in England and Wales have reopened, with houses in Northern Ireland expected to reopen from 24 May. Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. At quieter times such as weekdays, booking shouldn't be necessary, but to guarantee entry we recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and bank holidays.

A black cow looking in the foreground with other cattle behind on a sunny hillside

Our conservation grazers are back 

Once again we welcome back the Shetland Cattle who do a wonderful job of making sure the scrub is kept down and the wild-flowers have a chance to flourish.

Flower meadow

What's special about Pepperbox Hill? 

Pepperbox Hill is looked after by the National Trust for its diverse habitat which supports a range of insects and plants, including juniper.

Fresh green leaves, trees in scrub and grassland

Exploring Pepperbox Hill on foot 

There's only one way to appreciate Pepperbox Hill and that's by foot. You can explore by finding your own way, or if you prefer you can follow a set route taking you through some of the loveliest parts of the surrounding landscape.

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Pepperbox Hill

Our work

Cow and calf

Looking after this special place 

Pepperbox Hill is one of the most important habitats in the county. Click to find out how our countryside team look after it.

Rangers dealing with a fallen tree

The Wiltshire Landscape Rangers 

Find out more about what motivates the people who look after this special place as well as the other National Trust Wiltshire Landscape sites.

Men carrying cage

Our strategy 

Find out more about what the National Trust is doing to nurse the natural environment back to health and reverse the alarming decline in wildlife.

Avebury stone circle in winter sunshine

Exploring Wiltshire's National Trust Landscapes 

Find out more about the countryside sites that the Wiltshire Landscape National Trust team look after. With twelve sites in total, as well as some smaller associated sites, there are may beautiful places to explore.

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Pepperbox Hill

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Flower meadow
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