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

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Overview

This Springtime walk should put a smile on our faces as we enjoy spring flowers such as cowslips and bluebells.  On the walk we take in a panoramic view of Winchester and its impressive Cathedral before enjoying a walk through the Butterfly Association’s Nature Reserve of Magdalen Hill.  Thereafter the walk is along lanes, through fields and in woodland.  The route back to Winchester takes the general direction to the River Itchen, one of the most important chalk streams in the World.

Sunday, 20 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.1km / 9.4mi
Ascent:
110m / 361ft
Type:
circular

This is a picnic walk.  We will stop for elevenses and lunch, probably on the wayside so a sitting mat makes for comfort.   Please bring your own refreshments including ample drinks. 

Stout boots and plenty of layers for all conditions recommended.

The only toilets are at the CP at the start.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 48719 29278
Nearest postcode:
SO23 0AL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Chesil St CP near the entrance close to the CP toilets. CP free on Sunday at the time of writing but essential to check the signage should this change. Bus Station 3 minutes walk. Train station 10 minutes walk.

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