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We are the Romsey 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

Overview

This walk skirts the western edge of the New Forest offering good views over the Avon Valley before climbing Dorridge Hill to return over the wild upland area of Ibsley Common.  The paths are generally good but there are rough and muddy sections and several of rising ground, some fairly steep.  This together with the exposure whilst crossing Ibsley Common mean that good walking boots, warm clothing and full waterproofs are essential.  There are 2 stiles.  Please bring a packed lunch and advise the walk leader if you plan to come on this walk.

Thursday, 26 February 2026
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.2km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
207m / 679ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 35939 20945
Nearest postcode:
SO51 8AF
what3words:
loopholes.exhaling.sweetener
Meeting time:
9:00 am

The Romsey Rapids CP at the rear by the fence with the Romsey Town FC. Please advise the walk leader if you intend coming on this walk.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 16421 08270
Nearest postcode:
BH24 3NF
what3words:
dolls.learns.reshaping
Start time:
10:15 am

Parking is in the National Trust Rockford Common CP near Moyles Court just north of Ringwood.

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