Old Alresford is a region in Hampshire, England, characterized by its chalk downland, clear chalk streams, and the River Itchen Valley. This landscape provides a varied terrain suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits, including several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more. The area's natural features, such as the Old Alresford Pond and the distinctive watercress beds, contribute to its appeal for outdoor activities.
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26
hikers
14.1km
03:40
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
9.93km
02:39
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.3km
03:17
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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73
riders
49.4km
03:03
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.5km
00:53
120m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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32.3km
02:40
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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29.8km
02:12
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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43
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44.5km
01:55
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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43.4km
01:55
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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41.5km
01:42
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
6.85km
00:43
60m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.0km
01:16
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.58km
00:48
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34.5km
02:11
400m
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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62.6km
03:51
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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14.7km
00:58
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
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28.8km
01:59
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Old Alresford offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 8 routes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 2,000 ratings. More than 25,000 visitors have explored these routes.
Popular hiking options include the Millennium Trail and the Arle Valley Trail. Longer routes like the 'Footbridges over the Itchen loop' cover 8.8 miles (14.2 km), and the 'Abbotstone Down – New Alresford town centre loop' is 8.7 miles (14 km). More information can be found in the Hiking around Old Alresford guide.
Yes, Old Alresford is suitable for various cycling activities. The Itchen Valley Cycle Route extends for 19 miles (30.6 km) through the countryside. Sections of The Watercress Way, a 27-mile (43.5 km) circular route, are also accessible for cyclists. Explore options in the Cycling around Old Alresford and Road Cycling Routes around Old Alresford guides.
Running trails in Old Alresford include the 'Daniel Green Wood loop,' which is 4.3 miles (6.9 km) through woodlands and open countryside. Another option is the 'Watercress beds – Abbotstone medieval village loop,' covering 6.3 miles (10.1 km). For more routes, refer to the Running Trails around Old Alresford guide.
Old Alresford offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. The Millennium Trail and Arle Valley Trail provide accessible paths. For specific recommendations, consult the Easy hikes around Old Alresford guide.
Routes in Old Alresford often feature the Old Alresford Pond, a historic water body. The River Alre and Itchen Valley, characterized by clear chalk streams and watercress beds, are prominent natural features. The surrounding rolling Hampshire Downland also offers expansive views.
Yes, komoot provides dedicated guides for these activities. For mountain biking, refer to the MTB Trails around Old Alresford guide. Gravel biking enthusiasts can find routes in the Gravel biking around Old Alresford guide.
Routes in Old Alresford are well-regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on over 2,000 user reviews. More than 25,000 visitors have explored the 8 available routes in the region.
The official website for the Old Alresford Parish Council is oldalresford-pc.gov.uk. This site provides information related to local governance and community details for the area.
A general contact number for the Old Alresford Parish Council is +447539274952. This number can be used for inquiries related to the local administrative body.
Trails in Old Alresford feature varied terrain, including footpaths and tracks that are centuries old. Routes often traverse rolling chalk downland, riverside paths along the River Alre and Itchen, and sections through woodlands. The landscape is characterized by clear chalk streams and watercress beds.

