The Mince Pie Circular

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Overview

A seasonal celebratory circular walk from Horsebridge via King's Somborne and the Clarendon Way to Houghton, where a mince pie and coffee can be purchased at The Boot Inn before returning via the Clarendon Way and the Test Way.

Please note: There will be a cost of £6 for coffee and mince pie. Contact Noel by 29 Nov so that The Boot can be given numbers.

Saturday, 6 December 2025

Meeting time:: 9:15 am
Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:45 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 9km / 5.6mi
Ascent:: 95.4m / 313ft
Type:: circular

If you are intending to go on the walk, please contact Noel by 29 Nov

Generally good conditions under foot so good walking shoes or boots are recommended

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SU 35946 20958
Nearest postcode:: SO51 8AF
what3words:: rebounder.washroom.geology

Meeting time:: 9:15 am

Romsey Rapids car park adjacent to Romsey Town FC for car share to starting point. Please mention to walk leader if a lift is required.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 34491 30425
Nearest postcode:: SO20 6PU
what3words:: converged.haggle.markets

Start time:: 9:45 am

Horsebridge car park.

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