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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

We'll be walking around St Catherine’s Hill, up to Twyford Down, then down to Compton Lock, where we will pause for a drink and a snack; so don't forget to bring your supplies - there is no shop. We will return through historic St Cross to Winchester. There will be a steep climb and descent.

Friday, 20 June 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
182.9m / 600ft
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 48146 29330
Nearest postcode:
SO23 9ES
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Start time:
10:30 am

Ramblers stand in 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