Droxford over Beacon Hill (local grade A)

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Overview

A hilly walk from Droxford exploring the countryside to the west of the Meon Valley. Via Meonstoke, Beacon Hill, Wheely Down, Kilmeston, Lomer Farm, Betty Mundy's Bottom and Hazel Holt.

Sunday, 15 June 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 25.7km / 16.0mi
Ascent:: 518.2m / 1700ft
Type:: circular

Please bring refreshments for mid morning and lunch breaks.

OS map OL3

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 60655 18250
Nearest postcode:: SO32 3RB
what3words:: desiring.builds.parsnips

Start time:: 9:30 am

Droxford Square by entrance to the church.* Further parking by the school and recreation ground

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