Rowlands Castle over Windmill Hill (local Grade A)

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Overview

An undulating walk exploring the countryside to the north of Rowlands Castle with a steep climb to one of East Hampshire's most prominent hills. The route will take us via Stansted Forest, West Marden and Chalton to Windmill Hill before returning via Blendworth and Finchdean.

The ideal way to work off the excesses of the festive period.

Sunday, 11 January 2026

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 22.5km / 14.0mi
Ascent:: 457.2m / 1500ft
Type:: circular

Please bring refreshments for mid morning and lunch breaks.

Opportunities exist to visit a pub or cafe in Rowlands Castle after the walk.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 72961 10732
Nearest postcode:: PO9 6AD
what3words:: balanced.baroness.tall

Start time:: 9:30 am

Rowlands Castle Recreation Ground car park*, off The Fairway. Signposted from the west end of the green.

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