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St Catherine's Hill – Winchester Cathedral loop from Bitterne

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St Catherine's Hill – Winchester Cathedral loop from Bitterne

Moderate

4.3

(11)

100

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St Catherine's Hill – Winchester Cathedral loop from Bitterne

02:23

39.2km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 20.5 km for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.03 km

View of the Riverside Path to Woodmill

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25/05/25 pay attention to road closed signs near hoe lane - it's a long ride back up that hill 🤣

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1.55 km

Itchen Riverside Path

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Peaceful, traffic-free, riverside cycling

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2.39 km

Salmon Pool

Lake

16.6 km

Hockley Viaduct

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Walk or cycle along Winchester’s restored historic railway.
Opened in 1891, the Hockley Viaduct was part of the Didcot to Southampton railway. It closed to passengers in 1960, and to …

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17.6 km

St Catherine's Hill

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The pathway up is unclear from this point. Note however that there is an easy to follow route up with mostly steps on the south west side of the hill

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18.3 km

The Itchen Way

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A cycle route that runs alongside the River Itchen south of Winchester and forms part of the National Cycle Route 23, to Southampton.

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18.9 km

Bike Path Along the Canal

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Watch out for dog walkers, most are great, some seem oblivious to their dogs safety.

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20.2 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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22.2 km

Hospital of Saint Cross

Archaeological Site

37.0 km

View of the Stone Bridge and Riverside Path

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When commuting by bike in the UK, it's essential to be prepared for sudden weather changes. Carrying a lightweight, packable waterproof jacket can protect you from unexpected rain showers without …

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39.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.9 km

13.1 km

6.14 km

1.22 km

666 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.9 km

658 m

432 m

116 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Tuesday 5 May

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St Catherine's Hill – Winchester Cathedral loop from Bitterne

View of the Riverside Path to Woodmill

Itchen Riverside Path

Hockley Viaduct

St Catherine's Hill

The Itchen Way

Bike Path Along the Canal

Winchester Cathedral

View of the Stone Bridge and Riverside Path

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