Middle Winterslow to Pitton circular route

(S/E) Start at Middle Winterslow Recreation Park (opposite the school), where the parking is free. Now follow the Clarendon Way through the village and west to the church of All Saints.

(1) From there, go west along the Clarendon Way to Pitton. This elevated walk gives clear views to north and south.

(2) At Pitton follow the footpath south towards Farley and go through Hound Wood.

(3) At the southern end, turn left (East-North-East) and follow the track until you reach a Bridle Way running north-east.

(4) Follow it out of the wood and towards Middle Winterslow.

(5) Follow the road north and then go right.

(6) At the church, take the path east around the field and then return to the recreation ground.(S/E)

All Saints Church is worth a visit. There is a bench in the sheltered churchyard with a lovely view north-west.

At the end of the walk, visit the Lord Nelson pub in Middle Winterslow for a refreshing drink.

To find out more about the Clarendon Way which goes from Winchester to Salisbury, there is an excellent map produced by Nick Hill which can be bought at the Tourist Information Office in Salisbury (also www.nickhillmaps.co.uk)

The book "The Inheritance" by Mark Dawson featuring the detective Atticus Priest is based around the western end of the Clarendon Way, in particular Pitton and Middle Winterslow. The Lord Nelson pub and All Saints Church feature in the book.

Both Salisbury and Winchester are well worth a visit. Near this route is the town of Stockbridge on the River Test, an important fly-fishing area.