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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 Workhouse Road Car Park in East Meon we will walk through Frogmore to climb Butser Hill.  Returning along the SDW and Coombe to East Meon.

Sunday, 6 October 2024
Meeting time:
9:25 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
161.2m / 529ft
Type:
circular

Bring a drink and snack/lunch as required.

There is a fairly steep slope to negotiate both up and down.  Some areas may be muddy and there are a few stiles.  Please wear sturdy footwear.

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. Leader will be at meet point.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 67720 22219
Nearest postcode:
GU32 1PF
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Start time:
10:00 am

East Meon Village Car Park, Workhouse Lane, East Meon.

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