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Downton Village – Downton Village Centre loop from Whiteparish

Downton Village – Downton Village Centre loop from Whiteparish

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Downton Village – Downton Village Centre loop from Whiteparish

01:40

32.6km

420m

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: July 10, 2026

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New Forest National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.0 km

The Moot and Moot House, Downton

Highlight • Historical Site

Hidden away in the tiny village of Downton, the Moot is the remains of an 11th century motte and bailey castle. Like much of this region, Downton is the home of numerous historic discoveries dating back to neolithic times and the Moot is actually next to the remains of a Roman Villa.

The earthworks that can be walked around today are from a Norman castle and form part of extensive landscaped gardens. Free to the public, this is a perfect spot for a mosey about and a cracking open of the thermos flask.

Moot House was built in the 1600s and landscaped the castle earthworks. They had an earthen amphitheatre built which saw many plays performed, particularly Shakespeare's.

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11.3 km

Downton Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Downton is a charming village situated along the River Avon. A Roman villa has been discovered here, and on high ground, the remains of an Iron Age hillfort are still visible today.

Downton hosts the annual Cuckoo Fair which offers visitors some 250+ craft stalls, live music, and entertainment.

With a brewery and plenty of facilities, Downton makes a great base to explore the River Avon and the New Forest from.

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11.9 km

The Borough Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great coffee and bacon pannini 😜

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12.0 km

Downton Village Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

The pretty, riverside village of Downton has a rich history. There's evidence of Iron Age, Roman and Saxon settlements in the area and the village was the site of both a Roman villa and an 11th-century motte and bailey castle. The Avon Valley Path long-distance trail passes through the village and there are plenty of places to eat and drink for that post-run refuel.

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12.7 km

Unnamed Highlight

Highlight • Other

21.3 km

Ivychurch Copse

Forest

27.2 km

Country Road Near Whiteparish Church

Highlight • Trail

Lovely quiet country road.

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29.0 km

Ashmore Lane Ascent (West Dean to Whiteparish)

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

1.1km long ascent up onto Dean Hill ridge. First half is roughly 5% then steepening just before tight bend. The straight section of road peaks at 12-14% through the trees before the grade eases as it rounds the top by the radio mast.

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32.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.8 km

707 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.3 km

8.21 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Friday 24 July

26°C

12°C

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Downton Village – Downton Village Centre loop from Whiteparish

The Moot and Moot House, Downton

Downton Village

The Borough Café

Downton Village Centre

Unnamed Highlight

Country Road Near Whiteparish Church

Ashmore Lane Ascent (West Dean to Whiteparish)

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