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The River Avon (/ ˈ eɪ v ən /) is in the south of England, rising in Wiltshire, flowing through that county's city of Salisbury and then west Hampshire, before reaching the English Channel through Christchurch Harbour in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole conurbation of Dorset.
6 days ago · River Avon, river that rises on the southeastern slope of the Cotswolds, England, and flows through Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Somerset. The river shares the name Avon (derived from a Celtic word meaning “river”) with several other rivers in Great Britain, including the Avon of Warwickshire.
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This trail takes in a good mix of sights and terrains as you make your way through the woodlands, farm fields, village, and along riverside paths. Enjoy the views of the river and keep your eye out for wildlife as you wind along.
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- Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England
Walk left along the banks of the river, past Pilgrim Lock with its large weeping willow. Also known as Shakespeare’s Avon, this picturesque river flows from Northamptonshire through Warwickshire to join the River Severn in Gloucestershire.
River Avon System is a 475.9-hectare (1,176-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Hampshire and Wiltshire, southern England.
Enjoy the picturesque River Avon and look out for kingfishers on our Riverside Trail. Take a gentle walk through woodland and the river meadows along the banks of the River Avon, with stunning views over the surrounding countryside.
The River Avon in Dorset has played an important role in the development of Christchurch since it was first recorded in the 10th century. Historically used for transport, watermills and trade, today the river can be enjoyed as a haven for wildlife or accessed by boat for fishing or leisurely trips.
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