5.6 mile Alresford and Abbotstone walk

This is a circular walk starting and finishing in the Arlebury Park Car Park on The Avenue in Alresford. We will leave the car park at 10.15 and take a 5 minute walk to The Swan hotel to deliver our food order. Then it’s off on the walk proper via Old Alresford and Abbotstone before returning via the Itchen to the car park. We will then return to The Swan for lunch.

We will be encountering some lovely scenery, and enjoy downland, riverside walking, watercress beds and the attractive town of Alresford

The paths are generally in good condition and walking is not difficult. There are no steep sections, and no gates or stiles. The route was mud free on the recce, but if there is any serious rain prior to the walk there are a couple of sections that could become muddy. Therefore I suggest that you bring poles if you use them.

To ensure we can arrive for lunch in good time and if you want to eat, please can you let me know your food order in advance (latest by Wednesday 6pm). The menu can be found via this link: https://www.swanhotelalresford.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Restaurant_Menu_Win_Spr_2024.pdf

(Note: the mini game pie is not available).

Please let the leader know if you wish to join and if you wish to eat.