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

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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

We will start from outside the Rose & Crown pub in Upper Farringdon, and take a brisk walk to join Writers' Way and cross the Selborne Road.  We take a route past Hartley Park Farm to Hartley Mauditt where we take the direct route back across the fields to Upper Farringdon.

Thursday, 13 November 2025
Meeting time:
9:35 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Bring a snack and a drink.

There are some slopes.  Some areas may be muddy and there are a few stiles.  Please wear sturdy footwear.

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 70479 38051
Nearest postcode:
GU34 1GT
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Meeting time:
9:35 am

Alton Sports Centre Lower Car Park by Alton Skate Park, Jubilee Playing Field, Chawton Park Road, Alton or in the upper overflow car park.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 71483 35080
Nearest postcode:
GU34 3EA
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Start time:
10:00 am

The Rose & Crown pub, Crows Lane, Upper Farringdon, GU34 3ED. Park thoughtfully in the local roads or at the pub if you wish to have a drink afterwards. Leader will be at start point.

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