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Lovely quiet roads, watch out for the cattle grids

Coffee, breakfast baps and sweet treats on offer.

These trout fishing ponds at Meon Springs make for a nice scenic, tranquil break. Especially so, as there is a cracking little cafe here with views out over the ponds. I had a great little snack here and found the staff and fishermen to be very friendly. It made my day!

Avington Park is a historic country estate with rich history that dates back to the 10th century, with the current manor house being constructed in the late 17th century. The estate has been owned by several prominent families throughout the centuries, and it remains a privately-owned property. It's also famous for its serene lake, situated close to the manor house and Avington Park Lane which is part of National Cycle Network route 23.

A lovely stop with food stall. We just had a hot chocolate and cookie. The walk up the Southdowns Way in the direction of Winchester is lovely. We walked from Petersfield along the Southdowns Way and earlier in the year from Old Winchester Hill. Both lovely.

A pretty stop just south of Empshott with a spring, lake and woodland.

Avington Park is a private country estate available for private bookings. It dates back as early as 961 and was a priory until Henry VIII took the estate for the crown. Later King Charles II lived here for around 10 years. Occupied by the US army during WW2 it was rescued and restored by the Hickson family after the war.

Snacks and drinks including some vegan and vegetarian options.