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View of the Wessex Downs – Back o' Farley Descent loop from Sparsholt Villa Rustica

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United Kingdom
England
South East England
Hampshire
Test Valley
Ashley

View of the Wessex Downs – Back o' Farley Descent loop from Sparsholt Villa Rustica

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View of the Wessex Downs – Back o' Farley Descent loop from Sparsholt Villa Rustica

01:03

4.02km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1

838 m

View of Farley Mount Countryside

Highlight • Trail

Great views up near Farley Mount and some great trails to ride or walk.
Can get very muddy along the top in wet conditions.

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2

995 m

View of the Hampshire Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

A lovely spot to stop and take in the view, with a bench if you want to rest for a few minutes.

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3

1.01 km

On the watershed between the Itchen and the Test, this is a lovely spot to stop and admire the views

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4

1.02 km

View of the Wessex Downs

Highlight • Natural

Fantastic viewpoint from which to admire the big skies and open landscapes of the surrounding Downs.

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5

2.09 km

Bluebells in Parnholt Woods

Highlight • Natural

6

2.17 km

Come here in mid to late April and you'll find one of the best bluebell woods near Winchester.

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7

2.95 km

Back o' Farley Descent

Highlight • MTB Park

Back o Farley is one of the best descents in the area. Rooty in places, twisty in others and wide open at times as well. Watch out for the sharp left-hander part way down.

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4.02 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.29 km

1.63 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.29 km

1.64 km

< 100 m

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Sunday 18 October

14°C

7°C

31 %

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