East Meon Village – Old Winchester Hill loop from Petersfield

East Meon Village – Old Winchester Hill loop from Petersfield

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East Meon Village – Old Winchester Hill loop from Petersfield

03:23

73.2km

780m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.30 km

Droxford Road Descent Towards East Meon

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

2.25km x 80m segment from Droxford road. Wide lane width, gentle bends and, smooth surface for fast descent.

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12.6 km

East Meon Village

Highlight • Historical Site

East Meon is a picturesque Hampshire village which straddles the pretty River Meon. It's the highest village in the Meon Valley.

It boasts a number of ancient buildings such as the Norman Church of All Saints and old Court House, with a medieval hall dating from the late 14th century.

The village has two pubs - Ye Olde George and The Izaak Walton (named after the famous angler).

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23.7 km

Stoner Hill Descent

Highlight • Climb

Great winding descent beneath the overhanging trees as you enter Petersfield.

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30.2 km

Stonybrow Wood

Forest

43.9 km

Sunset View of the River Itchen

Highlight • River

45.3 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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51.0 km

Wheely Down Farm Lane

Highlight • Trail

Wheely Down Farm Lane is a fabulous road with wonderful ridge top views as far as the English Channel.

It runs parallel to the route of the South Downs Way, a long distance cycling and walk National Trail from Winchester to Eastbourne.

It's a smooth road offering a steady climb (or descent) without much traffic to contend with.

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58.0 km

Bullshead Copse

Forest

59.4 km