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Waltham Group

We are the Waltham 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

A well-known route from East Meon, going first to Small Down - ascent 130 m steep for a short time - for views over the area. Then on to meet South Downs Way and descend slowly towards hamlet of Drayton. Then through farmland back to East Meon village. 

There are several stiles, none difficult, and there is a small amount of time on quiet lanes.

Total distance is 5 miles, but this could be reduced to 4 if necessary - for example if weather is extremely hot or extremely wet.

Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 67719 22226
Nearest postcode:
GU32 1PF
what3words:
princely.impulsive.pillows
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park in Workhouse Lane

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