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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

Details

This walk follows a hilly route down country lanes, off-road tracks and footpaths. We will cross through a mixture of open farmland, woodlands and some quiet country roads.   We will stop for a 20 minute break midway so please bring food and drink, if required.

Tuesday, 14 October 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The meet and start point is outside the Finnimore Pavilion on Anstey Park, Alton.   Please note that free car parking in the vicinity of the Finnimore Pavilion is restricted to 4 hours during the week.   For all day free parking it is suggested that you park adjacent to Energique Health and Wellbeing Centre (Gym) just off Anstey Lane.

The ground is likely to be muddy and slippery so appropriate clothing and walking equipment are recommended.

THIS IS A ALTON AUTUMN WALKING FESTIVAL 2025 WALK AND MUST BE BOOKED VIA THE ALTON TOWN COUNCIL WEBSITE:     https://bookwhen.com/autumnwalkingfestival25       NO PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO RAMBLERS MEMBERS SO PLEASE BOOK EARLY

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 72550 40433
Nearest postcode:
GU34 2NB
what3words:
minerals.porch.extension
Start time:
9:30 am

Meet outside Finnimore Pavilion 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