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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.

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

A 10 mile circular walk starting from Anstey Park, car park.  A hilly route down country lanes, off-road tracks and footpaths.   A mixture of open farmland, woodlands and some quiet country roads.   Skirting around Holybourne, over Holybourne Down to Upper Froyle.   On to Lower Froyle and across Well Lane, along the off-road footbath to join Husseys Lane.  Past the Anchor PH, South West on St Swithun's Way back to Upper Froyle.   Continue on St Swithun's Way, past Holy Rood Church in Holybourne and return to Anstey Park.  We will stop for lunch so do bring your own.

Saturday, 15 February 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Anstey Park car park is free of charge on Saturdays and Sundays.  Manny's Cafe (in Energique gym) should be open at the start and finish of the walk.  The public toilets on the Finimore Pavilion, Anstey Park, should be open.  

Expect it to be slippery underfoot and muddy in places.   Three styles.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 72534 40408
Nearest postcode:
GU34 2NB
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Start time:
9:30 am

Meet between Finimore Pavilion and the Rugby Club on Anstey Park.

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