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Alton Group

We are the Alton 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

We quickly leave the bustle of Basingstoke behind us and walk through the most delightful rural parkland, fields and woodlands, passing very few signs of human habitation (although we will pass a few badgers' homes) until we approach Alton. The route is undulating with no steep sections. 

Saturday, 2 November 2024
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:35 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.8km / 11.7mi
Ascent:
304.8m / 1000ft
Type:
linear

From Alton we will catch the Number 13 bus (leaving Alton High Street at 09:37) to Basingstoke bus station where the walk will start. For anyone joining us in Basingstoke there is a good train service from Alton to Woking and London in addition to local buses for your return home at the end of the walk. We will use the toilets in Basingstoke before starting the walk. We will pass The Avenue Nurseries near Lasham and may be able to pause for refreshments, if time permits. Refreshments are available in Alton. Bring lunch, snacks and drinks. Expect mud and rain. PLEASE CONTACT THE LEADER IF THE FORECAST IS BAD. IT MAY BE CANCELLED FOR VERY BAD WEATHER AS THERE IS NO WAY OF SHORTENING THE WALK

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 71667 39238
Nearest postcode:
GU34 1AB
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Alton High Street (Stop H) . At entrance to Westbrooke Walk. To Catch No 13 Bus to Basingstoke

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 63905 52279
Nearest postcode:
RG21 7AA
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Start time:
10:35 am

Basingstoke Bus Station. Near entrance to Festival Place

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SU 71784 39392
Nearest postcode:
GU34 1FY
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Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm

Alton High Street

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