Lakeside Nature Reserve, Basingstoke Canal and Ash Ranges Loop

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Overview

On this 5.6 mile Moderate walk we will see lakes, forest and a canal. All with lots of wild birds and bird song on the ranges. Although the walk starts and finishes on the flat the middle is quite hilly, a couple quite short but steep hills over the ranges.

Tuesday, 3 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9km / 5.6mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Walking poles for some of the hills and gaiters if it has been raining advisable as it will be muddy in places. No Stiles. One small road to cross in Ashvale.

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 88894 51783
Nearest postcode:: GU12 5AD
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Lakeside Nature Reserve

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