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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

Starting from Cheriton Recreation Ground we will walk through to the village and up the hill with some beautiful views.  Then we take the paths to cross the A272 and up to Hinton Ampner church, to continue on Wayfarer's Walk until Kilmeston.  Heading back along a lane and footpaths, through New Cheriton and back to the car park passing the church.

Thursday, 9 January 2025
Meeting time:
9:25 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.2km / 5.1mi
Ascent:
46.3m / 152ft
Type:
circular

Bring a snack and a drink.

There are some gentle slopes.  Some areas may be muddy and there are a few stiles.  Please wear sturdy footwear.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 70479 38051
Nearest postcode:
GU34 1GT
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Meeting time:
9:25 am

Alton Sports Centre Lower Car Park by Alton Skate Park, Jubilee Playing Field, Chawton Park Road, Alton or in the upper overflow car park.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 57970 28241
Nearest postcode:
SO24 0QH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Cheriton Recreation Ground car park, Westfield Road, Cheriton. From the village green take Westfield Road and pass The Flowerpots Pub on your left, the recreation ground car park is shortly after on the right. Leader will be at start point.

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