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Winchester Group

We are the Winchester Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

 This circular walk initially follows the River Itchen and its tributaries into historic Winchester, through the beautiful villages of Martyr Worthy and Kings Worthy.  It then progresses into Winchester, skirting the edge of the City, moving uphill towards St. Giles Hill. 

From there, the route follows the footpath across Magdalen Hill Down, providing some magnificent views of the local landscape.  The walk returns to Itchen Abbas, along quiet country lanes and field paths to Avington.

Thursday, 8 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

 Please park on the lane outside Itchen Abbas Parish Church, or at the Community Centre on the main road.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 53498 32783
Nearest postcode:
SO21 1BJ
what3words:
incisions.typist.shaver
Start time:
10:00 am

The start and finish point for the walk will be Itchen Abbas Parish Church...

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