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Overview

Tracks, paths and some quiet roads between Sparsholt and Crawley, then similar but different paths back.

Thursday, 27 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
213.4m / 700ft
Type:
circular

A circuitous route to and through Sparsholt before heading northwards passing Sparsholt College famous for its many courses including agriculture and conservation.  Care is needed at the first, potentially fast, Stockbridge Road crossing.  After enjoying the smart village of Crawley, from where we do a 1.5 mile extra loop, we return to Ham Green via the second Stockbridge Road crossing, a bridleway and a track.

There will be short stops for a mid-morning break and lunch.  Please bring all drink and refreshments needed.

Poles may be needed for bits of rough ground.

Please inform the leader if you are coming.  If all expected walkers are ready, we may leave before 10 o’clock.

Car sharing is recommended, as there may be limited space in the lay-by.

 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 43500 30568
Nearest postcode:
SO21 2FH
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quiz.headless.hunter
Start time:
10:00 am

Lay-by at Ham Green on the south side of Sparsholt, in Woodmans Lane

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking