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Cheesefoot Head – Chilcomb Climb loop from Source of the River Itchen

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Cheesefoot Head – Chilcomb Climb loop from Source of the River Itchen

Moderate

4.6

(16)

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Cheesefoot Head – Chilcomb Climb loop from Source of the River Itchen

02:40

33.5km

400m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.24 km

Cheesefoot Head

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Cheesefoot Head is a natural amphitheatre and beauty spot that provides sweeping vistas of the South Downs.

The area holds historical significance as well. During World War II, it served as an important military training area for British troops preparing for the D-Day invasion in Normandy. You can still spot remnants of military training, adding to its historical interest.

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7.85 km

Baker & White Coffee Co. at Cheesefoot Head Car Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Great coffee, good selection of cakes and friendly service from a vintage van. Open Thursday - Sunday
07:30 - 16:30.

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8.85 km

View of Cheesefoot Head and Wildflower Fields

Highlight • Natural

This is a beautiful part of the South Downs Way close to Telegraph Hill near to the village of Chilcomb. It offers stunning views out towards Winchester and is home to a variety of wildflowers in summer months, including poppies.

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8.86 km

View of the Hampshire Countryside from South Downs National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views looking north of Hampshire countryside.
Nice long stretch of gravel track.

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9.16 km

Chilcomb Climb

Highlight • Trail

An unforgettable climb at the start of the SDW - you’ll really start to understand what you’re in for at this stage 😄

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9.79 km

National Cycle Network Route 89 Marker

Highlight • Cycleway

Always reassuring to see these en route!

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9.91 km

Chilcomb Firing Range Track

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Be sure to check the range firing times on the gov.uk website

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22.6 km

Oakclose Plantation

Forest

27.3 km

Lane End Copse

Forest

33.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

9.86 km

7.42 km

1.72 km

258 m

123 m

109 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

7.00 km

6.67 km

5.86 km

2.43 km

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Saturday 23 May

29°C

12°C

0 %

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Cheesefoot Head – Chilcomb Climb loop from Source of the River Itchen

Cheesefoot Head

Baker & White Coffee Co. at Cheesefoot Head Car Park

View of Cheesefoot Head and Wildflower Fields

View of the Hampshire Countryside from South Downs National Park

Chilcomb Climb

National Cycle Network Route 89 Marker

Chilcomb Firing Range Track

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