The Top 20 Peaks in Hampshire
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Hampshire is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Hampshire for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Hampshire for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 12, 2025
Butser Hill
Highlight • Natural Monument
Standing at 889 feet (271 m) tall, Butser Hill is the highest point on the South Downs and affords breathtaking views over Hampshire and the Channel. The chalk grassland has …
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Old Winchester Hill
Highlight • Climb
The route for bikes skirts the bottom of the fort instead of heading straight over it, so you're in for a steep climb, but if you've got the time it's …
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St Catherine's Hill
Highlight • Historical Site
This wonderful lookout point is the site of an Iron Age hillfort as well as a thriving nature reserve. The summit stands 230 feet (70 m) above the River Itchen …
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St Catherine's Hill
Highlight • Viewpoint
The pathway up is unclear from this point. Note however that there is an easy to follow route up with mostly steps on the south west side of the hill
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Ladle Hill Iron Age Hillfort
Highlight • Historical Site
Ladle Hill is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Scheduled Monument with sublime views. Atop the hill is an Iron Age hill fort that has never been …
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Beacon Hill (South Downs National Park)
Highlight • Natural Monument
Beacon Hill is a national nature reserve on a chalk spur that supports some rare plant life. This flora in turn provides a habitat to many species of butterfly. In …
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Burbush Hill
Highlight • Natural
Burbush Hill is a risen mound located in the beautiful New Forest National Park near Burley. The area is characterised by its rolling landscapes that feature heather, gorse, and ancient …
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Winchester Road Cycle Path Over Hut Hill
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
New off-road shared-use cycle path that links Chandlers Ford with Chilworth Roundabout and the top of the Avenue. (Open Streetmap hasn't caught up yet, but it is there).
Traffic-free and …
Traffic-free and …
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Farley Mount Monument
Highlight • Monument
Set within a rolling landscape of downland and woodland, the summit of Farley Mount is one of the highest points in the county of Hampshire. The monument was erected in …
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Green Hill Summit
Highlight • Trail
In the western reaches of the South Downs National Park, Green Hill stands at 423 feet (129 m) high with a trig point at the summit. From the lane at …
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Cheesefoot Head
Highlight • Natural Monument
The large natural amphitheatre of Cheesefoot Head marks the first great view you experience along the South Downs Way, with views stretching to the Solent and the Isle of Wight. …
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