Logged Visits:

11th Jan 2024  19:21  by Trigobsession

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 8/10

Although moved an easy find with the grid reference spot on. I need to get fit as I had to stop to admire the view several times!

9th Dec 2023  10:07  by Trigger monster

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Parked just south of T junction on minor road to north of All Cannings. Headed west along roadside for about two hundred metres then north onto bridleway. At first gate after about 150 metres took path to left and west of Clifford’s Hill. North west direction along side of hill then across open field. Path then climbed gradually between the hills to east and west. Increasingly muddy. Through another gate, continued to gain height, less muddy, views opened out to the east. Tempted to leave the path to head uphill directly to west but continued on path in northerly direction which then turned west near the top. Peering into field to high ground to south, no sign of pillar. Hmm. Wind strengthening and rain getting heavier. Nowhere to shelter. Crossed into field to aim for highest point, nothing, carried on in a southerly direction then just spotted the top of the pillar in the south east corner of the field against the fence. Clearly been moved. Bit of a shame but at least not destroyed. Cap missing. Fairly good views although low cloud and rain at the time.

Tan Hill Flush plate
Tan Hill Looking south east showing missing cap
Tan Hill Pillar moved to south east corner of field
Tan Hill Looking north west to hill top where pillar presumably once was

19th Aug 2023  16:14  by Ginrunner

Gridref: SU 08086 64546   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 8/10

Amazing views, dreadful uphill march but fabulous downhill run!

8th Oct 2022  12:00  by martyandlisa

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 10/10

Hard work to get to, up steep hill, but so worth it. Also, as mentioned previously, it has been moved to corner of the field. We walked all the way round the field to find it near to where we began. We just walked in the wrong direction. If you see the chalk "scar" in the distance, it is in front of that. On two of the nearby hills, there were paragliders which added to the theatre of the scenery. The weather was perfect. Clear blue sky and being October the low sun created amazing shadows on the dips and ridges in the hills.

Pillar Moved but good condition
Flush Bracket
Scenery behind Pillar Chalk scar behind Pillar

28th Aug 2022  12:15  by Juliah

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 8/10

A tricky trig find as it had been moved to the corner of the field. Amazing views!

20th Aug 2022  13:30  by TrigDave

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 8/10

Great views from the top of the 'Wiltshire Alps' as I call them. Trig behind barbed wire but you can slap the top of it without climbing over if you like. Bike ride up the road from the SW was killer, but the descent on the other side made it worth it.

31st Jul 2022  18:21  by Ande1865

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 9/10

16th Nov 2021  13:35  by andyrandom

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Wow, this one's a bit high up isn't it? Is this the county top? [Googles] Oh, so close! Parked to the south, in a small layby in the road to the King's Arms. Beautiful walk up the Bruce Forsyth byway, through autumnal trees, across a stubbly field, and then up the grassy paths that wend their way along the steep hillsides. Had to stop to catch my breath a couple of times, but it was well worth it. A wooden frame has been placed along the hilltop fence where it leads down to the trig - it's shorter than the barbed wire and a little rickety, but it was enough to withstand seventeen-and-a-half stone of trigpointer clambering over it. Trigpoint clearly isn't in its original position, but it's in good condition, and it enjoys an incredible view over... well, pretty much most of southern England! Even on a grey and misty day like this, it's as impressive a sight as you'll see in this part of the country, and I took my time resting and taking it all in. Easily the highlight of the day.

5th Sep 2021  16:07  by ThatBlokeCol

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Nice scenic hike up across the Wandsdyke. took a bit of hunting but finally found and rewarded with lunch with a view.

31st Dec 2020  15:43  by CJO

Gridref: SU 08085 64551   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 6/10

Cap missing. Located at fence corner to SW. Good views. Back via milk gill.

Pillar

7th Oct 2020  16:33  by Andy West

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

25th Sep 2020  09:12  by trigging on an island

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 8/10

Was a bit fortunate to find it in its new location. Delightful views from up here anyway.

15th Jul 2020  17:38  by Normbruh

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 6/10

Hiked up the steep side but was rewarded with lovely views and the pillar straight in front of me!

Pillar with view
Flush bracket

9th Mar 2020  14:41  by blackboot29

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

We diverted from a circular walk to visit this and noticed it had been moved. Looks in good condition in corner of the field. Sorry not to look for the 2p as only just read the last log!

10th Nov 2019  14:22  by 21qazxsw

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 10/10

Parked at All Cannings Cross ('Cannings Cross Farm' on the OS Explorer map) to the SSW of the trig. Spoke to a local who happened to be working on his vehicle and he readily gave permission for me to park there. Walked up the hill along the route marked on the attached satellite image. Cows in the field today. There was a convenient A-frame-style stile at point 'A'. As others have noted, the trig has been moved to the corner of the fenced-off field, but apart from that, the trig was in good condition, all sightholes open, centrecap missing. I left a 2p coin in the front sighthole for the next visitor to find. Incredible views from up there - a lovely sunny (but cold) late autumn day!

the route to the trig station
the trig moved to the corner of the field
the trig moved to the corner of the field
the trig moved to the corner of the field
the A-frame-style stile at point 'A'

13th Sep 2019  15:00  by Ramblingpaul

Gridref: SU 08086 64557   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 6/10

Walked up from Knap Hill Car Park. Trig located in corner of field

21st Jul 2019  18:54  by Aye Jimmy

Gridref: SU 08086 64562   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Once missing, rediscovered by jonglew, still upright where it was moved to. Wish all folk who move trigs were as respectful!

Tan Hill The trigpoint at corner of field. No cap, all four sight holes open.
Tan Hill The trig, different angle.
Tan Hill The FB.

11th Aug 2017  00:00  by ngthack

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

29th Aug 2016  18:45  by ManuelPereda

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

30th Jun 2016  11:20  by Dusty

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 6/10

Pillar
Spider
Flush Bracket

8th Jun 2015  20:07  by THE CYCLIST

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Left bike by road and walked up bridleway from South. Passed ferret with injured front leg: we stood looking at one another for some time and I managed a photo before it headed into hedgerow. Pillar at edge of field by fence. Glad to get a tick at last after a five long losing streak over last week! 1st didn't wish to trample across cereal crops, 2nd couldn't persuade guard access to private housing estate, 3rd & 4th couldn't find, 5th at Lineham covered by solar farm with large security fence around.

31st Mar 2015  09:24  by g4wsb

Gridref: SU 08084 64561   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Pillar in good shape on corner post.Parking at Allington on sharp bend parking for three cars. Up track to top sheep/cattle pens right an walk north side of fence to trig,plate faces SW.

©g4wsb
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18th Jun 2014  10:54  by plet56

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Always slightly disappointing to find that a pillar has gone.

1st Jun 2013  00:00  by caroleengel

Gridref: SU 08088 64558   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

With nearby County Top @ SU104643

5th May 2013  13:01  by Loz&Bib

Gridref: SU 08082 64542   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Moved to corner of field. I used the GR from a previous log.

New location ©Loz&Bib

15th Dec 2012  15:10  by dal

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 7/10

Well done to jonglew for re-finding this pillar. Re-visited having failed last time. Now in one of the corners of a newly fenced field. Delightful approach from the S.

2nd Dec 2012  00:00  by Nekyram

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

15th Nov 2012  15:41  by jonglew

Gridref: SU 08086 64546   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Moved  Score: 5/10

Original visit date was 11 Apr 2010. Re-visited today and found it missing - the farmer (presumably) has moved it 165m southwest to the corner of his field. It's not visible from its original position due to the curvature of the hill. New GR is SU 08086 64546 and it is now at a reduced elevation of 272m. This is my first log on this site, hope it's useful. ***Revisited 24 Dec 2014 in light of plet56's log of Jun '14 which may have indicated this pillar had been completely disposed of, but found ok in it's new location. Cap missing, no plug; all sight holes open but nipple not visible due to some rubbish in sight tubes.

Tan Hill Pillar - New Location TP6310©jonglew
Tan Hill Pillar - New Location TP6310©jonglew
Plot showing new locat TP6310©jonglew
Pillar - as at 24 Dec 2014 TP6310. Views West to Morgans Hill and Cherhill Down©jonglew
Spider - as at 24 Dec 2014 TP6310©jonglew
Flush Bracket - as at 24 Dec 2014 TP6310©jonglew

3rd Jul 2012  16:51  by Griefmiester

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Destroyed  Score: 2/10

Walked over via Milk Hill, (County top by a tiny bit above Tan Hill) from the car park about 3.5k to East - agreed there is no longer a pillar here there looks to be some new fencing along the edge of the field - saw some intersting Rams on the way over too see image :)

15th Mar 2012  12:30  by LemonTree

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Destroyed  Score: 5/10

Disappointing visit - Trig is shown on current OS Landranger map. No trig, but good views anyway!

19th Feb 2012  17:21  by g4wsb

Gridref: SU 08187 64693   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Destroyed  Score: 3/10

27th Dec 2011  14:47  by dal

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Destroyed  Score: 5/10

Definitely not where it should be - could have been buried, broken up or moved elsewhere. There are bits of concrete in the field, but none that I found were obviously of OS origin. Pity because the fields to the S and E are pasture, but there is a young crop in the field where the trig should be. This field also has a new barbed wire fence around it, which may have provided the excuse to lose the trig. Delightful stroll up from the S.

30th Aug 2011  15:00  by cmb1953

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Destroyed  Score: 4/10

Sad to report that this trig no longer exists! Absolutely certain I was in the right place, but no sign of it anywhere. Several large depressions in the field and a large chunk of concrete next to fence that looked suspiciously trig like.

Site of Tan Hill trig Should have been here but has been removed
Could this be a piece of trig ?©cmb1953

9th Oct 2010  12:30  by DanTrig

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Popped up and down Liddington Castle before driving to Avebury and doing a 16 mile walk over Milk Hill county top to Tan Hill trig and Waden Hill trig. Trig was definitely in its original position when I was up there.

12th Jul 2009  14:31  by moonraker

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 7/10

Bagged while on circular walk from Bishops Cannings. Had to climb through fence to get to it. Super views all around.

22nd Nov 2008  15:00  by asbown

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

walked over from the county top at Milk hill, nice views.

view back towards trig from Milk hill

16th Jun 2008  21:00  by Trigger

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

17th Mar 2008  14:20  by tom

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

The pillar is sited in a large grass field on a flat summit in the Pewsey Downs; it has FB S2525 and lacks a cap or plug. Visited while on a walk that also included Adam’s Grave, Rybury Camp, Wansdyke and Walkers, Milk, Clifford’s, Tan and Knap Hills. From the pillar you can see Picked Hill and the Vale of Pewsey to the south with Salisbury Plain on the horizon. To the west are Roundway and Morgan Hills, with the Cotswolds on the skyline. North are the Marlborough Downs and Milk Hill lies to the east. From the Wansdyke Silbury Hill is clearly seen and from Knap Hill the view continues eastwards to Giant’s Grave, Martinsell and beyond. The terrain of my walk seemed to be one long succession of ancient lumps, bumps, barrows and dykes with fine views all the way.The thunder of artillery was often heard from the distant Salisbury Plain. Pewsey Downs SSSI covers part of the hillside. Skylarks were twittering over Milk Hill and numerous small birds were flocking in the sheltered dry valley below the scarp. There is a cut bench mark on the stone trough just inside the field on the opposite side of the road from Knap Hill car park.

29th Feb 2008  12:00  by Moonraker Team

Gridref: SU 08188 64699   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Good views, wish it had been a clearer day

©Moonraker Team

11th Jan 2008  00:00  by Tonyht

Gridref: SU 08150 64600   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Easy to locate, but minor trespass required to access. Visited while walking Mid-Wilts Way. Fine views. This is a back dated entry and pillar was in original location, and good condition when visited in 2008.

21st Dec 2007  10:45  by bluebeard

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

I saw no St Bernards except where I parked my car.

4th Nov 2007  09:56  by Glaslyn

Gridref: SU 08180 64690   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Excellent views over the mist lying in the valleys. Pleasant walk in from Allington.

©Glaslyn
©Glaslyn

29th Jul 2007  17:00  by lackofluke

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

22nd May 2007  15:00  by Wubbleyew

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Walked the magnificent Marlborough Downs from East Kennett visiting the mysterious Wansdyke, the Oxenmere dew-pond (which has existed here since at least the ninth century), Tan Hill to pause for lunch beside trigpoint:s2525, and then on to the East Kennett Long Barrow (on supposedly private property, but I just had to visit this magnificent ancient site, and why not?). Superb walk.

4th Sep 2006  15:19  by rhayader_wanderer

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

One of the longer trips for a sothern trig. Parked up at the reservoir on the 361 then biked across to the trig from the West. At times not the best decision given the narrowness of the path but a real time saver none the less

12th Jan 2006  11:53  by spike bowditch

FB Number: 2525  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Misty morning spoiling the view but a visit highly recommended

1st Oct 2005  14:45  by Managra

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

We parked at Knap Hill and enjoyed a wonderful walk along the ridge past Milk Hill to the trig, which is behind a barbed wire fence. However, there is one bit that's rather loose, so it was easy to lift the wires apart. Set on a concrete plinth and with 360 degree views. Missing plug.

Trigpoint ©Managra
Flush bracket ©Managra

25th Mar 2005  13:30  by Father Ted

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Visited this trig whilst bagging the nearby County Top of Milk Hill. A calm and clear Good Friday meant plenty of people out walking but the hang-gliders were having trouble taking off.

19th Mar 2005  12:00  by peregrinus

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

vgc, no cap or plug, by moonlight but fine location & approach

montaged by JWR ©peregrinus

2nd Jun 2004  10:12  by jimmy

Gridref: SU 08186 64697   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

good views to the north--Wiltshire is a nuisance having to climb two hills to top it!

7th Mar 2004  16:20  by cavinguk

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

12th Oct 2003  14:46  by discjirm

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Nice views to the south from near this trig point, I walked here on a stroll to Wiltshire's county top (both this hill and the narby Milk Hill are the same height).

Tan Hill trig point. Tan Hill trig point.©discjirm
Tan Hill trig point flush bracket. Tan Hill trig point flush bracket.©discjirm
Tan Hill trig point. Tan Hill trig point.©discjirm

3rd Aug 2003  10:57  by vegibagger

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

posed son Jamie, and his cousins Emily and Elliot all three of them on the trig top together

Elliot 10 Emily 8 Jamie 4 ©vegibagger

14th Aug 2002  16:40  by Phil Clayton

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

With Milk Hill (a mile and a half away), this is one of Wiltshire's twin county tops.

20th Dec 2001  00:00  by Sprog

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 6/10

7th May 1998  17:09  by senrabyar

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

27th Sep 1997  16:00  by [email protected]

Gridref: SU 08100 64700   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Couldn't find it  Score: 5/10

15th Jan 1995  00:00  by mickandshane

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Joint County Top of Wiltshire with Milk Hill.Plug missing.

27th Oct 1983  10:36  by arranc

Gridref: SU 08200 64700   FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Definitely NOT the twin highest point in Wiltshire (Julia Bradbury on TV August 2009)

29th Aug 1981  00:00  by RogerTempleman

FB Number: S2525  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Pillar in field of inquisitive cows so young members of the family used as decoys while the chief trigspotter mounted the assault on the object of desire.