East Meon (local grade A)

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Overview

A hilly walk taking us west over Old Winchester Hill and then heading south via Stoke Wood to Hambledon for lunch. The return north will be back over the downs via Chidden Holt and Down and Salt Hill.

Expect a number of significant ascents and descents some of which will be steep but we should be rewarded with some superb views.

Sunday, 21 September 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 25.7km / 16.0mi
Ascent:: 548.6m / 1800ft
Type:: circular

Please bring refreshments for mid morning and lunch breaks.

Walkers are invited to join the leader for a drink in a pub in East Meon after the walk.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 67708 22213
Nearest postcode:: GU32 1PF
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Start time:: 9:30 am

Car Park in East Meon, off Workhouse Lane* , west of village.

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