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South East Hants Group

We are the South East Hants Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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 beautiful, almost figure of eight, walk from Hawkley through fields and woodland. There are two long upward hills and one steep descent (via the Zig Zag), as well as some undulations, and there are 6 stiles. The walk takes in two of the most beautiful beech wood hangars in the area, with stunning views (foggy when recced), as well as woodland glades and running streams.

 

Sunday, 29 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

A lot of Ash dieback work was done last year so some of the paths are quite uneven underfoot; there are also some muddy stretches. Please make sure your boots have good tread and are suitable for mud.

There will be coffee and lunch stops: please bring your own refreshments.

Unusually, I will be starting this walk at 10.00 am as the clocks will have 'sprung forward' on the Saturday night. Please arrive for a prompt 10.00 am start. 

I will be asking everyone to ensure that they have completed ICE cards with them. I will have ICE cards to hand out for completion if you do not. 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 74542 29097
Nearest postcode:
GU33 6LY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet by the tree in the middle of the triangular green. There is parking around the village, along the verge up Pocock Lane and a small car park opposite the church corbel (Cricket Club/Parish Hall). Please park considerately and take up as little room as possible.

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