Hampton Ridge and Godshill

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Overview

A New Forest walk from Ashley walk car park along Hampton Ridge and returning along Godshill Ridge with great views across the forest.

Contact the leader if you want to join this walk or would like a car share.

Saturday, 31 January 2026

Meeting time:: 9:20 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 152.7m / 501ft
Type:: circular

Generally firm under foot but at this time of year some muddy patches can be expected and it can be windy so good water proof foot wear and warm clothing is advised.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SU 35952 20959
Nearest postcode:: SO51 8AF
what3words:: geek.stealing.siesta

Meeting time:: 9:20 am

Romsey Rapids Car Park far side adjacent to foot ball pitch for car share to start.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 18632 15664
Nearest postcode:: SP6 2LN
what3words:: saloons.tarnished.spider

Start time:: 10:00 am

Ashley Walk car park Roger Penny Way just before Godshill.

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