Westgate, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Winchester

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Westgate, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Winchester

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Westgate, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Winchester

01:25

5.41km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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145 m

Westgate, Winchester

Highlight • Historical Site

This is the Westgate and it contains a tiny museum which you should visit when open. You can also step outside at the top to enjoy a view down the High Street.

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411 m

The Buttercross, Winchester

Highlight • Monument

The Butter Cross of Winchester is a Holy Cross, dating back to the mid C14th, it is thought it may have been a gift of Cardinal Beaufort who was Bishop …

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724 m

Winchester Cathedral is the longest medieval cathedral in Europe and has a history stretching back more than 1,000 years. Inside, you find 12th-century wall paintings, medieval carvings, contemporary art, and …

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1.07 km

Priory Gate, Winchester

Highlight • Monument

Very old door giving access to the cathedral grounds

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1.25 km

Winchester College

Highlight • Historical Site

Founded in 1382

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1.75 km

Wharf Bridge

Highlight • Trail

Very old bridge giving access to the Itchen Trail

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2.75 km

The River Itchen at Fallodon Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful path along the river, whether you hike or paddle - it is simply wonderful to be able to enjoy pure nature here

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4.97 km

Winchester High Street

Highlight • Settlement

An unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the rolling South Downs National Park, Winchester is England's ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Today, Winchester combines …

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5.41 km

End point

Bus stop

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