Finchdean - hilltops and tracks (trying to avoid the mud!)

Starting from Finchdean, we will walk out of the village east to Forestside and the along the Staunton Way to Rowlands Castle, Rowlands Castle to Windmill Hill - there will be quite a bit of B-road walking on this bit to avoid Blendworth (which is just horrible) - and then down to Chalton and along the beautiful ridge across the top to Finchdean. There are some muddy parts and the descent down from Windmill Hill is long, so please bring poles. No stiles.

Please note the start time: 09.30.

Coffee and lunch stops - please bring your own refreshments.