Section 1 of 8, Keble Way
Ampfield to Hursley
2.3 miles (3.8 km). About 1 hour, easy.
Start: SU 402 233. Finish: SU 428 252. OS grid.
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Up and down
Almost flat: about 47 m of climbing and 66 m of descent; highest point 89 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Ampfield.
- Bus stops
- Ampfield School, 30 m from the start. Directions SU 403 233White Horse Ph, 320 m from the start. Directions SU 400 231
- Car parks
- Car park, 90 m from the start. Directions SU 402 233disabled (free), 100 m from the start. Directions SU 402 234Car park, 110 m from the start. Directions SU 402 234
Getting back
The section finishes at Hursley. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stops
- Kings Head Inn, 60 m from the finish. Directions SU 427 253Poles Lane, 420 m from the finish. Directions SU 427 248
Planning the Keble Way
- Planning the whole trail: ampfieldparish.gov.uk.
What to expect
Underfoot: earth, rock and mud 48%, paved or flagged 38%, gravel and tracks 7%.
About 38% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 3 gates, 1 stream crossing.
No steep climbs: no kilometre gains more than about 19 m.
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