Join us for a hike through idyllic Hampshire countryside ending at a well known Cathedral and Xmas market. We pass a famous 17th century Hospice, Winchester School and Jane Austen's House. You can end the day with a visit to the Christmas market behind the Cathedral and / or do some ice skating and other activities https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/event/christmas-market HIGHLIGHTS Hike through Idyllic Hampshire Countryside Walk through England's former capital Jane Austen's House Winchester Cathedral The Great Hall 17th Century Hospice Winchester School & Castle Visit one of the UK's leading Christmas markets STATS Distance: Approx 10 miles (16 km) Ascent: 1 short & steep ascent (15 mins) the rest is all flat Walk pace: Brisk Good hiking boots / shoes as parts of the hike can be muddy Terrain: Mainly flat with one short but steep incline. The hike goes through woodlands, across streams and up Catherine's Hill, through fields and another small hill before meandering our way back to the town centre Bring sandwiches and atleast 1 litre of water with you. There are places along the way we can stop to eat our lunch (by one of the streams), in any case we will have a short (30 mins) stop at The Bridge Inn Pub in Shawford for a toilet break / drinks. TRAIN From London Waterloo Check timings using www.trainline.com MEETING PLACE Just outside the station START TIME: 10.45 am END TIME: 16.30 pm We won't be able to wait for late comers as the walk is already starting late in the day TRAIN Check train times from London Waterloo from here. Best to catch an earlier train and get a coffee / toilet break www.trainline.com Hike leader: Amit (0776 019 8360) Parking: Available at the car park at Winchester station and nearby (But get there early as it will be very busy on Saturday) WINCHESTER STATION CAR PARK

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