Winchester Walk - St Catherine's Hill
Distance:
5-6 miles
Location:
Hampshire
Type:
Moderate
Duration:
2-3 hours
Discover the stunning nature reserve of St Catherine’s Hill on the doorstep of historic Winchester City.
Soak up views across the city with it’s striking cathedral before walking out across Tywford Down and then dropping down to wind your way through the water meadows.
Print or download this simple double-sided A4 walking route from home with the full instructions.
Getting there
Parking
Park and Ride – winchester.gov.uk/parking/park-and-ride
Garnier Road – free but can be very busy.
Five Bridges Road – a dead end road, free unofficial parking but can also be busy.
Public Transport
69 and E1 Stagecoach Bus stops at the A3090 Hockley Link layby, near the entrance to the viaduct.
Useful Information
Facilities and Refreshments
Handlebar Café – Garnier Road Carpark handlebar.cafe
Hospital of St Cross – hospitalofstcross.co.uk – check opening times, there is a café with facilities for visitors.
The Countryside Code
- Respect everyone: leave gates and property as you find them.
- Protect the environment: take your litter home.
- Enjoy the outdoors: plan ahead and be prepared.