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North Hampshire Downs Group

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

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

The central line of this Walk is the River Test as the walk route includes the hill drove tracks either side of the Overton valley. The flint chalk based surfaces of these tracks will be firm, with minimal ‘mud squelch’ sections!
The rolling valley views,  ancient burial mounds sightings and possibility of grazing Laverstock Buffalo will maximise your enjoyment of this group walk.  
 

 

Monday, 15 April 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
274.3m / 900ft
Type:
circular

There will be two short snack breaks at suitable stop points. Parking is available along Church Road.

Overton has some lovely cafes for those who want a ‘post-walk cuppa’.

Please let me know in advance if you are coming

Barbara 07722 957057 / Robson.barbara55@gmail.com

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 51359 49995
Nearest postcode:
RG25 3HF
what3words:
princes.gentlemen.adding
Start time:
9:30 am

Meet point opposite St Mary’s Church, address: Church Rd, Overton, Basingstoke RG25 3HF

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