We are the Hampshire 40+ Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
David B.
This is an extremely pretty walk with streams, bridges, woodland, beautiful buildings - bring your camera & be ready to take lots of photos!
The walk starts with a yomp across rolling Hampshire countryside, taking in Freefolk, with it's gorgeous 13th century church & the longest residential run of thatch in the country – 18 grade II listed cottages. Oh and we will go past the Bombay Sapphire distillery - though sadly won't have time to sample any gin!
We will then pass a number of fine mills which span sparkling clean chalk streams & rivers of the Test.
Please bring provisions for one refreshment stop around half way.
This is a shorter leisurely walk with no stiles and not much ascent. It's an ideal introductory walk for anyone tempted to join our group - why not give us a try?
Dogs welcome with well behaved owners.
As this is a shorter walk, there is no planned post-walk refreshments but Whitchurch is a lively village with a decent pub and some really lovely cafes.
The walk will depart from the Silk Mill at 10.30 prompt. Whitchurch is served by trains & busses so is ideal for those who rely on public transport. There is a small car park at the mill which is is free of charge but there may not be many spaces. However there is an alternative free car park in Bell Street which is approx 5 min walk away - where there are also public toilets. It's worth allowing a few mins extra to allow you to get to the start in good time.
