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Overview

A walk across downland from Cheesefoot Head to Cheriton and back. This walk offers magnificent views of the surrounding countryside, and visits a delightful church curiously situated on an old long barrow mound (possibly).

Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
295m / 968ft
Type:
circular

The footpaths are generally very good with only one style and one narrow kissing gate to negotiate. Nevertheless, please wear sturdy walking shoes or boots and bring waterproofs as this upland area can be windy. Bring a packed lunch.

Please contact the walk leader no later than the day before to join this walk.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 35916 20938
Nearest postcode:
SO51 8AF
what3words:
gratitude.alas.post
Meeting time:
9:15 am

Romsey Rapids carpark. Car sharing is advised due to the limitations of Cheesefoot Head Car Park.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 52916 27719
Nearest postcode:
SO21 1HW
what3words:
ducks.dimension.query
Start time:
10:00 am

Cheesefoot Head carpark. This has limited space; car sharing is advised, see meeting point.

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