Around Itchen Abbas

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A mistletoe-laden tree ovrlooking Avington Lake at Avington Park

A small woodland on the St Swithun's Way, east of Avington.

The footpath along the former railway line at Itchen Abbas.

The River Itchen at one of our crossing points on this walk.

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Overview

A popular walk around Itchen Abbas with quiet woodlands and wonderful views of the River Itchen. There is also some open countryside to enjoy. There are no stiles on this walk.

Saturday, 17 May 2025

Meeting time:: 9:05 am
Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8.8km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: 131m / 430ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SU 35960 20959
Nearest postcode:: SO51 8AF
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Meeting time:: 9:05 am

Romsey Rapids rear car park adjacent to the Romsey Town Football pitch fence for possible car share. Please contact the leader in good time if a lift is required.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 52823 32075
Nearest postcode:: SO21 1DE
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Start time:: 9:45 am

Avington Park car park. If travelling north from the A31, turn first left after entering Avington village - signposted to Easton and Winchester. The car park is on the right just after the cattle-grid.

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