GPS Cycle and Walking Routes

Mapledurwell Walks

5 miles (7.8 km)

This Hampshire based village is located just to the south east of Basingstoke. It's a pretty little place with a picturesque village pond and a fine old pub to rest in after your walk.
This circular walk from Mapledurwell takes you through the countryside to visit the neighbouring village of Upton Grey.
The walk starts in the village and heads south east along Downs Lane to Five Lanes End. You continue south following the course of the old Roman Road into Upton Grey. It's another very pretty settlement with a village pond and some fine looking timber framed cottages.
The route then heads north passing Knights Wood and the old church before returning to the village.

Postcode

RG25 2LU - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locations

Mapledurwell OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Mapledurwell Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Walks near Mapledurwell

  • Basingstoke Canal Walk - Follow the Basingstoke canal from Up Nately to Woodham, on this delightful waterside walk
  • Old Basing - This circular walk explores the village of Old Basing in Basingstoke, Hampshire
  • Sherfield on Loddon - This walk visits the picturesque Longbridge Mill in Sherfield on Loddon in Hampshire.
  • Three Castles Path - This long distance trail takes you from the castle at Windsor to the castle at Winchester, passing Odiham Castle on the way
  • Hackwood Park - This circular walk explores the old Hackwood Park Estate near Basingstoke, Winslade and Cliddesden in Hampshire.
  • Odiham Castle and Canal Walk - Enjoy an easy stroll along the Basingstoke Canal on this pleasant walk in the village of Odiham
  • The Vyne - Explore the beautiful gardens and grounds surrounding this 16th century Tudor Mansion in Sherborne St John near Basingstoke.
  • Blackwood Forest - This forested area is located a few miles south west of Basingstoke and not far from Winchester.
  • Micheldever Woods - This walk explores Micheldever Woods near Basingstoke and Winchester

Pubs/Cafes

Head to the Gamekeepers for some relaxation and refreshment after your exercise. The pub dates back to the mid 19th century and includes an attractive interior and lovely large garden area. They serve high quality food and have a good selection of drinks. You can find them on Tunworth Road at postcode RG25 2LU for your sat navs.

Dog Walking

The country lanes make for a pleasant dog walk and the Gamekeepers mentioned above is also dog friendly.

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

Just to the north west you can explore Old Basing. It's an interesting and historic area with notable features including Basing House, a Tudor Tithe Barn, Basingstoke Common and the Basing Lime Pits.

Photos

Village pond - Mapledurwell - geograph.org.uk - 2467595

Village pond. The name Mapledurwell means 'maple tree spring.'

White Hill - geograph.org.uk - 147202

White Hill. I imagine this slight rise would look pretty white after being freshly ploughed. Viewed from Andwell Drove to the west.

The Gamekeepers - geograph.org.uk - 2923733

The Gamekeepers

St Mary Mapledurwell Geograph-2924311-by-Colin-Smith

St Mary Mapledurwell

Farmland near Upton Grey - geograph.org.uk - 146740

Farmland near Upton Grey. Looking roughly northwards. The bridleway follows the hedgerow in a northwesterly direction.

Beeches near Five Lanes End - geograph.org.uk - 146730

Beeches near Five Lanes End. The trees are on the byway heading west from Five Lanes End and photographed from the byway to the south.

Village Pond, Upton Grey - geograph.org.uk - 2896615

Village Pond, Upton Grey

Upton Grey, Hampshire - geograph.org.uk - 2840182

Upton Grey, Hampshire

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