A countryside walk in the fresh Wiltshire air is the best way to welcome Autumn.
Sunglasses and ice cream have been swapped out for beanie hats and pumpkin spice lattes meaning we have left the long summery nights well and truly behind.
As the nights start to draw in, we can also start to enjoy the leaves changing colour and take in some of the best countryside walks that Wiltshire has to offer.
Here is a list of just some of those routes that should help you get out exploring what is on your doorstep.
Best walks in Wiltshire to enjoy this Autumn
Westbury White Horse
Venture out to Bratton hill for breathtaking views of the Westbury White Horse - the oldest White Horse left in the county.
The stunning walk also features views of the old Iron Age hill fort of Bratton Camp.
You will have your choice of several walks including parts of the Imber Perimeter Walk.
There is a large free car park by the hillfort and you should be advised that there are steep slopes and uneven ground so bring some reliable footwear!
Find out more about its history and the walking route itself via the English Heritage website.
Buscot Purple Woodland Walk
This three-mile circular path is the ideal place to take in some of the highlights of the season.
The easy route, passing through Coxwell Wood and Oak Wood, is about an hour and a half long approximately.
It has stunning views of the nearby countryside but you should be aware that there is no parking allowed along the walk.
However, you can park at the start point at Badbury Hill National Trust car park.
For more information, visit the National Trust website.
The Kennet and Avon Canal
If you are wanting to explore the heart of the county, a walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal could be just the thing.
You can choose between a long-distance walk or a shorter route which passes through various landmarks the Caen Hill Locks and Crofton Pumping Station.
Find out more and see the canal walk map via the Visit Wiltshire website.
Barbury Castle
Just outside Swindon, walkers will find a fantastic route where they can take in the best the area has to offer.
There are two walks to choose from - a shorter 1.25 route up a hill to Barbury Castle and a second longer alternative of 8.5-miles around the Ogbourne and Coombe Downs.
The ancient hill fort also features a large car park, picnic benches and toilets.
For more information about the route, visit the National Trail website.
Stourhead Gardens
From temples and grottoes, Stourhead Gardens is the ideal spot to see the season change up close.
The National Trust-run estate includes an 18th-century landscape garden with lakeside walks.
You can also work up an appetite by exploring the Palladian mansion, Stourhead House, which features an impressive library and art collection.
If you are feeling ambitious, you can climb to the top of King Alfred's Tower for spectacular views of Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire too.
Learn more by visiting the National Trust website.
When does Autumn 2022 start? What is the Autumn Equinox?
Autumn occurs when we reach the autumn equinox.
The autumn equinox occurs in September every year, and it is the mark of summer ending in the northern hemisphere.
As the earth orbits the sun, it is tilted on an axis which means that as it orbits it illuminates the northern or southern hemisphere differently, depending on where it is in orbit.
However, at two points in the year, the sun will illuminate both hemispheres equally – these are the autumn and spring equinoxes.
In 2022, the UK Autumn equinox occurs on Friday, September 23 at 2:03am, signalling the end of summer and the start of a new season.
Find out more about this year's Autumn Equinox.
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