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Romsey Group

We are the Romsey 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
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Overview

A 5-mile walk using access roads and hard-surfaced forest tracks from Hawkhill car park at Hatchet Moor.  The walk has a mixture of woodland and open heathland.  Importantly, there is little likelihood of muddy sections though surface water can be expected.  With just 35m of elevation andno stiles it's an opportunity for most people to join in.

Saturday, 21 February 2026
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.9km / 4.9mi
Ascent:
35m / 115ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 35962 20959
Nearest postcode:
SO51 8AF
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Romsey Rapids car park for possible car-share. If a lift is required, please contact the walk leader at least one day in advance.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 35059 01865
Nearest postcode:
SO42 7QL
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Start time:
9:45 am

Hawkhill car park - on the right about 1.6kms to the west of Hatchet Pond. As ever with New Forest car parks, please take on the access road as there are lots of potholes.

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