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Hampshire 40+ Walking Group

We are the Hampshire 40+ Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

Join me for a festive 7 mile Winchester walk taking in streets, sights, river and St Catherine’s Hill where we’ll have lunch. Expect some ups and downs with plenty of time to take in lovely buildings, water meadows and some great views. The Christmas Market will be in full swing by the cathedral for those who wish to visit after the walk. 

Sunday, 7 December 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please note 11 am start time as it follows the Hampshire 40+ Christmas Party 

Winchester will be busy - please allow plenty of time for parking. Some car parks are free on Sundays including The Chesil Multi Storey which is 5 minutes’ walk from the  meeting place in Abbey Gardens.

Bring packed lunch and refreshments for lunch stop.

Optional refreshments afterwards at The Bishop on the Bridge SO23 9JX ( if there’s room!) or many cafes and pubs to choose from.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 48492 29310
Nearest postcode:
SO23 9BE
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Start time:
11:00 am

Abbey Gardens, The Broadway, Winchester - meet by the toilets.

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