Christchurch Coach Walk - Short Walk

The Short Walk is 6 miles in length and starts near the Solent Beach car park on Southbourne Coast Road, grid reference SZ154910. From here we follow the path up to the top of Warren Hill and on to the far end of Hengistbury Head. We then come back east along the southern shore of Christchurch Harbour and follow the Stour Valley Way to Tuckton Bridge. Here we cross the Stour and walk into Christchurch across the Quomps. We pass the Priory and the Castle, and then cross the River Avon as we head for the Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre, where the coach will be waiting for us. Much of the route is on firm paths, though there could be occasional muddy stretches. Apart from a gradual ascent to the top of Warren Hill (123 feet high), there is very little variation in height.