Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 23, 2025

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.19 km

Ampfield Plantation

Forest

10.3 km

Duck Pond

Highlight • Natural

Slightly off the main road but worth a short diversion

Tip by

14.1 km

Merdon Castle Lane Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short sharp half kilometre rise from Dores Lane up Merdon Castle Lane. Grades briefly exceeding 10%.

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15.6 km

Merdon Castle Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Castle

A half kilometer hill at 8-10% from Hursley Road south of Winchester up around the site of Merdon Castle. Short levelling off before the final bend to the top.

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25.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.2 km

4.44 km

663 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.7 km

615 m

Elevation

Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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