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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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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 circular walk, which takes well-established footpaths and quiet farm lanes, between Longparish (Middleton) and the historic and picturesque village of St. Mary Bourne.  The return route follows the Test Way, and follows the edge of several copses towards the start point.

The lunch stop will be at the Boundary Community Shop and Cafe in St. Mary Bourne, where there is seating, toilets and amazing cakes to buy!  

Monday, 10 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

 The walk is very straightforward, with only one short climb after lunch.  There is a very convenient location for enjoying our morning coffee.

Parking is very convenietly available at Longparish Village Hall.  There are two car parks - diagonally opposite each other.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 42537 43942
Nearest postcode:
SP11 6NY
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Start time:
10:00 am

The start point and car park is in one of the two car parks of Longparish Village Hall, although that part of the Village is known as Middleton.

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