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North Hampshire Downs Group

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

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  • 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 at Echinswell Village Hall CP the walk  first heads north before making a westerly loop and returning to the village from the south. The walk will pass through Malthouse Farm (with it's snow drops), Woodside Farm, Pheasant Cottages/Earlstone Manor (with it's ponds) and Wergs Farm.

The walk is largely flat. Mud should be expected at this time of year.

Unsure if village hall toilets will be open.

Tuesday, 18 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.3km / 5.8mi
Ascent:
73.8m / 242ft
Type:
circular

The walk is mainly through open countryside/fields and alongside woodland. About 1km of lane walking. A few styles.

A rest stop is planned so bring personal refreshments/cookie/fruit as liked.

No need to book,  just turn up.

I will reccie the walk the weekend before and up date this description if necessary.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 50009 59741
Nearest postcode:
RG20 4UB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Echinswell is 2km NW of Kingsclere. The CP entrance is opposite the primary school and the War Memorial.

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