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Winchester, the River Itchen and Cheesefoot Head loop — South Downs National Park

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Winchester, the River Itchen and Cheesefoot Head loop — South Downs National Park

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Winchester, the River Itchen and Cheesefoot Head loop — South Downs National Park

02:23

33.9km

360m

Mountain biking

Venture to the historic city of Winchester and embark on a picturesque loop around the northwestern corner of the South Downs National Park, surrounded by the serene waters of the River Itchen.

Begin your adventure by starting on the South Downs Way from its inception in Winchester. Follow the path…

Last updated: May 31, 2024

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 32.6 km for 183 m

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1.33 km

Itchen Navigation Riverside Path (Viaduct Way, South Downs Way)

Highlight (Segment) • River

The South Downs Way begins in Winchester, once the ancient capital of England. Covering 100 miles (160 km), this cycling and walking National Trail runs along the stunning chalk escarpment …

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3.77 km

St Catherine's Hill Nature Reserve – King Alfred's Way

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

St. Catherine's Hill is a chalk downland that is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its remarkable biodiversity.

A grassy bridleway runs along the foot of the …

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11.7 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 …

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25.1 km

Avington House and Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Granted to Edmund Clerk by Henry VIII in the 1500s, Avington Park stretches across 150 acres (60 ha) of manicured parkland in the Itchen Valley.

Avington House, which stands at …

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33.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

8.39 km

5.27 km

3.14 km

2.83 km

Surfaces

19.6 km

7.66 km

3.87 km

2.01 km

654 m

108 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Winchester, the River Itchen and Cheesefoot Head loop — South Downs National Park

Itchen Navigation Riverside Path (Viaduct Way, South Downs Way)

St Catherine's Hill Nature Reserve – King Alfred's Way

Cheesefoot Head

Avington House and Park

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