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

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Overview

On this long walk, we’ll head south east from the cathedral, we'll climb to enjoy fine views of the city and return past historic buildings.

This 10 mile walk takes us through Winchester to the Itchen Navigation path, up St Catherine’s Hill, down the steps and on to Compton Lock. Through Hockley Golf Course, high path with views to St Catherine’s Hill, across 5 Bridges Road, along the Viaduct and footpath to St. Cross Hospital.

We walk back to Winchester along the river, passing Winchester College to return to Winchester Cathedral by 3.00pm.

Walking along hard standing paths and across fields, there are no stiles, but there are two quite steep climbs and a descent, which is via steps.

Mid-morning break at Twyford Church.

Picnic lunch with views of St. Catherine’s Hill.

Sunday, 22 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please note the following:

  • For this walk, we are asking everyone, including Ramblers, to book a free place using Eventbrite, so that we can keep a handle on numbers.
  • If you do find it difficult to book using the website, please contact Richard (chair@WinchesterRamblers.org.uk) who will book a place for you.

 

  • Any walkers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The minimum age to join this walk is 16.
  • Your walk will be led by an experienced Ramblers Walk Leader from the local area.
  • Your walk will finish at the cathedral.
  • Please wear appropriate footwear and clothes according to the weather and length of walk and don't forget sun and rain protection.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
  • Transport: There is no parking on site and we recommend you use one of the Park and Rides. Winchester bus and rail stations are a short walk from the cathedral.
  • Unfortunately, none of the planned walks will be wheelchair-accessible.
  • It's unlikely that the walk will pass any public conveniences, so it's a good idea to use toilets near the cathedral beforehand - at St Maurice's Covert/Market Lane and Abbey Gardens).
  • Remember to bring water to drink and if your walk description says there will be a break for refreshments and/or lunch, don’t forget to bring your supplies.

 

  • If you are unable to join the walk, please don't forget to cancel your place.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 48147 29328
Nearest postcode:
SO23 9ES
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Start time:
10:00 am

Ramblers stand at Winchester Cathedral Outer Close

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