Overton Circular, 9.2 miles, Moderate
Details
Today’s circular walk will take us from Overton towards Ashe, Deane, and Steventon. Starting at Overton station, we’ll make our way to the River Test, which we briefly follow towards Deane Park via Ashe, where we then walk along the Wayfarer’s Way. After some time, we’ll then head towards the Church of St Nicolas, which is located opposite the house where Jane Austen was brought up. After a brief diversion to here, we’ll head towards Berrydown Copse before walking along the River Test again to head back to our finishing point at Overton station. For those who want a pint at the end of the walk, we’ll be stopping at the White Hart of Overton, which is roughly a 10-minute walk from the station.
Sunday, 22 March 2026
Start time: 10:45 am
Estimated finish time: 3:00 pm
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 14.8km / 9.2mi
Ascent: 111m / 364ft
Type: circular
TRAINS:
The recommended train to get from Reading is the 10:12 SWR service that arrives in Overton at 10:42.
DRIVING:
Overton station has a good size car park, where parking fees apply.
DOGS:
Dogs are allowed on this walk as long as they're well behaved. Please refer to our dogs policy for more information: https://berkshirewalkers-co-uk.stackstaging.com/about-us/policies/22-dogs-on-group-walks.html
Please see our group website for more information: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/