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

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Overview

From the Bear and Ragged Staff pub we follow the Monarch's Way.  This is along a quite road for about half a mile.  The walk then follows the Monarch's Way (and Test Way) through Kimbridge and on to Mottisfont.  Once past Mottisfont Abbey the route continues through Lower Brook wood, Michelmerch and back to the pub.  There is one short, steep hill and only two stiles.  There were sheep with lambs in several fields so dogs must be kept on leads.  The pub has given permission to park in the overflow car park, situated to the left of the main car park.

Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:29 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.7km / 4.8mi
Ascent:
128m / 420ft
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 33500 25851
Nearest postcode:
SO51 0AE
what3words:
relishes.magnum.dart
Start time:
10:00 am

Bear and Ragged Staff PH. The pub has given permission to park in the overflow car park, situated to the left of the main car park.

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