Our verdict
An easy, everyday green space rather than a scenic destination — handy if you're staying in Marlborough and want a walk without getting in the car.
A genuinely old piece of common land, said to have been given to the borough by King John in the early 1200s as pasture for livestock. Today it's used for nature, sport, dog walking and community events right on the edge of Marlborough town.
Common land — usually free to walk, look for local access notices.