St Catherine's Hill
Winchester, Winchester
Photo: Hugh Chevallier, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo: Hugh Chevallier, CC BY-SA 2.0
A chalk downland nature reserve on the edge of Winchester, managed by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Walks climb the hill for views over the city and across the chalk grassland.
Highlights
- Chalk grassland and wildlife
- Views over Winchester
- Walks from the city centre
Good to know
- Check the reserve page for the latest dog rules before a visit
- The car park is small, so consider the park and ride
Getting there
St Catherine's Hill, Winchester, SO23 9PAParking: A small car park is reached by turning left immediately after the railway bridge, as the reserve page describes. The East Winchester Park and Ride is nearby.
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