Alresford history stroll | 2.5 miles (Walking Weekend)

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St Mary the Virgin church in Old Alresford. An old church with a square tower.

The Fulling Mill - a thatched building sitting over the river.

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Overview

An evening 'history' walk from Arlebury Park along the river, past the Fulling Mill and over the fields to Old Alresford. We return along the footpath past the church of St Mary the Virgin, along the lower weir, up Mill Hill and Broad St and then West St back to Arlebury Park. We will be pausing to discuss the historical features we see along this walk.

Please remember to bring a bottle of water with you for the journey.

Thursday, 18 June 2026

Start time:: 6:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 7:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 4.2km / 2.6mi
Ascent:: 53.3m / 175ft
Type:: circular

Please note the following:

For this walk, we are asking everyone, including Ramblers, to book a free place.
Any walkers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The minimum age to join this walk is 16.
Please wear appropriate footwear and clothes according to the weather and length of walk and don't forget sun and rain protection.
Please arrive 10 minutes before scheduled walk time.
Remember to bring your drink needs for the walk.
If you are unable to join the walk, please don't forget to cancel your place.

Stagecoach's No.64 bus provides half-hourly service between Winchester Broadway and Alresford, also No. 67 which is less frequent.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 58240 32555
Nearest postcode:: SO24 9EP
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Start time:: 6:00 pm

Arlebury Park Recreation Ground, The Avenue, New Alresford, SO24 9EP. The car park here has parking charges Monday – Saturday 8am-5pm. Up to 2 hours FREE, then low charges. Alternative parking at Perins Car Park, Jacklyns Lane, New Alresford, SO24 9JJ No free parking, but low charges.

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