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Hampshire 40+ Walking Group

We are the Hampshire 40+ Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

We'll head out through Stansted Forest towards the main house and Lumley Seat. Passing through West Marden and into more woodland before skirting around the back of Old Idsworth Church, we return via Forestside. A pretty walk with nice views in places. Undulating, not hilly.

Mainly footpaths, tracks with short sections of quiet lanes. Could be muddy if we've had rain - bring walking poles if you find these useful for brief climbs/descents.

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Sunday, 9 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
278.6m / 914ft
Type:
circular

Please bring refreshments for two stops and something to sit on if the ground is damp.

Parking available at the Recreation Ground or on the road side.

We'll meet on the green near to the Bumblebee Cafe (open from 9a.m)

Dogs and well behaved owners welcome.

This walk is accessible by train/bus.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 73296 10692
Nearest postcode:
PO9 6BW
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Start time:
10:00 am

Village Green, Shipwrights Way marker.

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