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Itchen Abbas, Kingsworthy and Winchester - 11 mile trek

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Overview

 A walk which passes through the beautiful Hampshire Villages of Itchen Abbas and Avington, as well as parts of historic Winchester.

The walk provides contrasting views of rural Hampshire, along side the River Itchen, as well as scenic vistas from Magdalen Hill, near Winchester.

Thursday, 24 October 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

 The route of the walk is initially flat close by the Itchen into Winchester, then with one short hill to climb, before becoming undulating on the return part of the walk.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 53517 32765
Nearest postcode:
SO21 1BJ
what3words:
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park and meet in Itchen Abbas, in front of the Parish Church. Alternative parking is available in front of the Village Hall.

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