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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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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This is a classic South Downs walk. Starting at Harting Down NT car park we will head east along the South Downs Way, passing the Devil's Jumps neolithic round barrows and with great views in all directions. We will then turn south, taking forest tracks and bridleways, passing the site of the abandoned medieval village of Monkton, eventually returning to the start point over Harting Down. There will be hills - it is, after all, the South Downs. But I do not remember there being any stiles. 

Sunday, 27 July 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
20km / 12.4mi
Ascent:
612m / 2008ft
Type:
circular

Please arrive in time for a start at 1030. The NT car park is free for members, but £3 all day for non-members, payable by phone if the technology works. Please bring refreshments for two stops. well managed dogs are welcome. Refreshments will be available in the White Hart in South Harting after the walk. 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 79041 18088
Nearest postcode:
GU31 5PN
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Start time:
10:30 am

NT Harting Down car park, signposted from the B2141

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