Walk 22 - Hanging about in the Hangers
DATE: Tuesday 23 August 2022
TIME: 10.00am
START LOCATION: Hawkley – on the green in front of the church
WHAT3WORDS/GRID REF: ///reworked.moped.fetches; SU745 291; GU33 6NF
DISTANCE: 5.5 miles
DURATION: approx 3 hours
It wouldn’t be a Hangers walk without a bit of a climb. Afterall, the area is famous for its steeply wooded slopes. However, we have chosen one of the gentler ascents of Noar Hill for this short circuit from Hawkley. Another Hangers trait is mud, thanks to all the springs and babbling brooks. Our path will criss-cross the upper reaches of the Rother, but we hope August will be kind to our boots. This walk barely scratches the surface of this beautiful area, but we are confident it will leave you wanting to come back and explore some more. At the end, stay for a drink or lunch at the wonderful Hawkley Inn to complete your Hangers experience.
Walk Key
Walk Pace
Moderate
Walk Grade
Varying landscape with some more challenging slopes. Suitable for keen walkers or anyone who is reasonably active
Bring drinks and a snack
Circular walk
Dogs on lead welcome
Older children welcome
Walk Leader
Malinka from Rural Strides is a co-organiser of the walking festival. Rural Strides was set up to promote the beauty and variety of the local Weald and Downland area, as a walking destination close to London. With a wealth of knowledge of local routes, hidden gems and where to find nature at its best in every season, Rural Strides is your ideal walking companion for the Hampshire/West Sussex borderlands.
