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Cheriton Village – South Downs Way Water Tap loop from Source of the River Itchen

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Cheriton Village – South Downs Way Water Tap loop from Source of the River Itchen

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Cheriton Village – South Downs Way Water Tap loop from Source of the River Itchen

01:11

17.2km

190m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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South Downs National Park

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1.18 km

Cheriton Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Cheriton is a stunning Hampshire village. It houses a beautiful old church and Cheriton Post Office and Stores, which is a great place to stop and restock refreshments.

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4.94 km

Goander Down Gravel Path

Highlight • Natural

Rolling hills and glorious singletrack

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5.27 km

Gander Down

Highlight • Trail

6.08 km

Holden Farm Café & Campsite

Highlight • Rest Area

The South Downs Way goes right through the farm and the café & campsite are tucked behind the farm. The café uses locally sourced ingredients. The campsite is quiet and …

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11.1 km

South Downs Way Water Tap

Highlight • Rest Area

Perfect working tap with good pressure.

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11.1 km

South Downs Way Water Tap

Highlight • Rest Area

Fresh water tap - an essential resource for South Downs Way walkers and cyclists. Tap tested and working in May 2022.

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16.8 km

Source of the River Itchen

Highlight • Natural Monument

The source of the Itchen lies just south of Cheriton and New Alresford, in the South Downs National Park. The springs well up here and form a stream that winds …

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17.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.83 km

6.68 km

937 m

634 m

149 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.17 km

4.75 km

2.11 km

1.74 km

253 m

209 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Saturday 18 July

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Cheriton Village – South Downs Way Water Tap loop from Source of the River Itchen

Cheriton Village

Goander Down Gravel Path

Gander Down

Holden Farm Café & Campsite

South Downs Way Water Tap

South Downs Way Water Tap

Source of the River Itchen

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