The Weirs, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Winchester

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The Weirs, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Winchester

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The Weirs, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Winchester

01:30

5.75km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.77 km

The Weirs, Winchester

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Weirs is a stunning walkway located at the bottom of the high street and behind Wolvesey Palace and the cathedral. Swans, ducks and moorhens are often seen paddling about …

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2.80 km

Remains of the Roman Wall, Winchester

Highlight • Historical Site

Signposted remains of the Roman walls. Next to the beautiful Itchen river

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2.86 km

The City Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

a key landmark that crosses the River Itchen right next to the famous Winchester City Mill on the eastern edge of the city centre.

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2.95 km

Statue of King Alfred the Great, Winchester

Highlight • Historical Site

Winchester’s statue of Alfred the Great is one of the city’s most iconic sights. He stands at the bottom of The Broadway next to the River Itchen and the Guildhall, …

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2.97 km

Winchester Guildhall

Highlight • Monument

Winchester is packed to the rafters with phenomenal buildings, each worth seeking out and seeing for yourself. The Guildhall is particularly magnificent and stands near the bottom of the High …

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3.36 km

Winchester High Street

Highlight • Settlement

An unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the rolling South Downs National Park, Winchester is England's ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Today, Winchester combines …

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3.39 km

The Buttercross, Winchester

Highlight • Monument

The Butter Cross of Winchester is a Holy Cross, dating back to the mid C14th, it is thought it may have been a gift of Cardinal Beaufort who was Bishop …

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3.60 km

Winchester Cathedral is the longest medieval cathedral in Europe and has a history stretching back more than 1,000 years. Inside, you find 12th-century wall paintings, medieval carvings, contemporary art, and …

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