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Romsey Group

We are the Romsey 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

A varied walk across open farmland and downland; through woodlands and with significant sections along the River Itchen.  Great views from the higher points along the way as well as in the river valley.  There are 5 stiles on this walk.  Some are quite high but all are stable.  The walk ends with a short, sharp climb at Shawford Down.  Please bring a picnic lunch.

Thursday 14 August 2025
Meeting time:
9:10 am
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.4km / 8.9mi
Ascent:
181m / 594ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 35956 20960
Nearest postcode:
SO51 8AF
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Meeting time:
9:10 am

Romsey Rapids rear car park adjacent to the Romsey Town Football Club pitch fence for possible car-share. If a lift is required, please contact the walk leader at least 24 hours in advance.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 46786 24834
Nearest postcode:
SO21 2BX
what3words:
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Start time:
9:45 am

Shawford Down top car park. If travelling north through Otterbourne, continue through the village. The car park is immediately on the right after Shepherds Lane (signposted to Compton Down). Please ignore the postcode for the final part of the journey as it will take you into a housing estate.

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