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South East England

Chandler'S Ford

Merdon Castle Lane – Dores Lane loop from Hocombe Mead LNR

Bike touring routes & trails

South East England

Chandler'S Ford

Merdon Castle Lane – Dores Lane loop from Hocombe Mead LNR

Moderate

9

riders

Merdon Castle Lane – Dores Lane loop from Hocombe Mead LNR

01:09

18.3km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.60 km

The Kings Head

Highlight • Restaurant

Excellent food, especially the roast pork! Not cheap though.

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2

4.29 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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3

6.39 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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4

6.98 km

Dores Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

5

13.7 km

Entry to Ampfield Wood

Highlight • Forest

Entry to the gravel tracks of Ampfield Wood

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6

16.6 km

The Potters Heron

Highlight • Pub

B

18.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.8 km

4.68 km

427 m

327 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

514 m

208 m

148 m

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