What we’re about
Welcome to Winchester Social Walks, a small friendly walking group with a relaxed approach to walking.
We aim to offer members a chance to meet, walk and talk with others in the beautiful Hampshire countryside and occasionally beyond, giving everyone the opportunity to soak in the views, enjoy nature, the wildlife, and take plenty of pictures.
If you are alone, don't worry! Many walkers turn up by themselves and it's a great way to meet new people and make new friends.
The walks will mostly be on a Sundays - with some shorter after work walks in the summer - at a leisurely pace suitable for those who are comfortable and physically fit to complete walks from approx. 4 to 12 miles (6.5 -19 km).
Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to join, including dogs and well-behaved dog owners, but please check before bringing your dog, in case some walks might not be suitable.
This is a non-smoking group. All members must provide a recognisable picture of your face, without long distance pictures. This is so that we can look out for you and welcome you at any events you attend, otherwise your request to joining may be declined.
Please note (as with most groups) there will be a modest charge of £2 per person per walk to cover the subscription costs of the site and other expenses associated with running the group. There may also be additional charges depending upon the activity.
T&Cs:
By joining Winchester Social Walks Meetup Group and participate in events, you confirm to have read and accepted the following terms:
- Winchester Social Walks Meetup Group does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer or Assistant Organizers.
This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability. The walk leader or anyone else associated with the walks/trips can't accept responsibility for loss or injury to any members, their guests, dogs or damage to property or possessions, parked cars or the contents thereof. Basically, you agree to walk at your own risk.
2. The organisers reserve the right to remove anyone from the group who is pestering other members or using threatening or abusive language.
3. It is advisable not to put your personal information such as mobile numbers in comments.
4. To ensure that you get the latest news about events and messages, you are advised to turn on your email notification. This can be managed through your profile. We
don't hold your personal email address unless you give it to us.
5. The organizers ask members to only sign up for events which they are committed to and to cancel asap if they are no longer able to attend.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
By agreeing to join this group and participate in events, you agree to the below disclaimer:
Hiking, hill walking and essentially all outdoor activities can be risky - there is a risk of personal injury and event death. All participants must be aware of the risks and accept the risks - participants are responsible for their own safety and actions. I, the organizer, am not responsible or liable in any way.
I am not a qualified hike leader nor a first aider, this group is my hobby. All participants agree not to hold me responsible or liable for any injury (or death), damage or losses incurred either directly or indirectly from their participation in group events.
Participants must conduct themselves in a manner that does not endanger themselves or the group.
Looking forward to meeting you.
Ilaria
Upcoming events
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- £2.00
Old Winchester Hill, Exton and Meonstoke Circular 🍂🐑
Old Winchester Hill Car Park, Droxford Road, Petersfield, GBThis is a beautiful circular route (7mi/11.5 km), which will take us through the Old Winchester Hill National Nature Reserve before dropping down into the Meon Valley to visit the villages of Exton and Meonstoke.
From the summit of the Old Winchester Hill, we will enjoy views over the rolling hills, an Iron Age hill fort and the earlier Bronze Age barrows or burial mounds.Meet at 9:15 at the Old Winchester Hill car park . Ready to leave at 09:30.
Parking: whats3words ///proceeds.overused.spirit
GU32 1HW (free car park). Best to use whats3words as the post code might take you to the Meon Spring Fly Fisthery instead, at the bottom of the hill.
Please car sharing. It's good for the environment and more chances to find a parking space.There will be a small charge of £2.00 per head per person for this walk on the day.
If something comes up and you can't make it, please cancel at least 48 hours in advance so someone else can take your spot.Please bring a pack lunch/snacks for our stops a long the way. There's usually a cofee van parked just before the car park and a village store in Meonstoke.
Duration: under 3 hours plus breaks en route.
Terrain: Some ups and downs, tracks and paths which can be muddy. There'll be one stile to go over and couple of fallen trees on route. Make sure you are wearing appropriate footwear and clothing for this walk.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are allowed but must be kept on leads at all times.
Note: Please note walks maybe cancelled due to poor weather, so please check before leaving.
Please go to the the 'About' section to remember the full disclaimer and T&Cs.
Hope to see you there.
16 attendees 
🥾Trek26 Cotswolds - Alzheimer's society 🌳
Poslip Farm, Winchcombe, Cheltenham, GB(PLEASE NOTE THIS HIKE IS NOT A WINCHESTER SOCIAL WALKS EVENT)
Hi all! Steph, Stella and I will be trekking next summer to beat dementia.
We have already spoken with some of you who might be interested in joining us and asked to post it in here.If you're up for the challenge, let's take on the incredible Trek26 Cotswolds challenge and walk 13 or 26 miles. Explore the rural landscape of the Cotswolds as you trek through ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and historic Cotswold stone villages. Every step is lifechanging.
You can find more information about the event and how to sign up here.
When you sign up, please select team - Tranter's trekkersWe will be driving there on Friday and come back on Sunday, but you can decide to make it a longer weekend if you wish so.
Please note that you'll be responsible to book your own accommodation, but we can carpool. Please note that the time stated above is an estimate, but the three of us have chosen a 6am start.Once you sign up, please add it to the comment below.
7 attendees
Past events
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