Stoner Hill Descent – The Original Nelson's Column loop from Titchfield Haven

Stoner Hill Descent – The Original Nelson's Column loop from Titchfield Haven

Moderate

riders

Stoner Hill Descent – The Original Nelson's Column loop from Titchfield Haven

04:23

97.3km

880m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

The surface for a segment of your route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 28.4 km for 444 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

28.6 km

Beaconhill Beeches

Forest

35.4 km

Cheriton Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Cheriton is a stunning Hampshire village. It houses a beautiful old church and Cheriton Post Office and Stores, which is a great place to stop and restock refreshments.

Tip by

36.8 km

Sunset View of the River Itchen

Highlight • River

56.9 km

Stoner Hill Descent

Highlight • Climb

Great winding descent beneath the overhanging trees as you enter Petersfield.

Tip by

66.9 km

Droxford Road Descent Towards East Meon

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

2.25km x 80m segment from Droxford road. Wide lane width, gentle bends and, smooth surface for fast descent.

Tip by

82.7 km

Walton Heath Plantation

Forest

84.9 km

Monument Lane Ascent to Nelson's Monument

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

2km x 80m rise from Boarhunt heading south onto Portsdown Hill ridge overlooking Porchester and Portsmouth. 4-5% average grade topping out at 10% for a short distance.

Tip by

86.1 km

The Original Nelson's Column

Highlight • Historical Site

Just up the hill from Fort Nelson - good place to recharge, enjoy the view, pay some respect to the fallen and then get back to the ride! Fort Nelson has a visitors centre and cafe too.

Tip by

86.5 km

Fort Nelson Royal Armouries Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

Royal Armouries Museum. Visitors centre with cafe and toilets. If your legs are hurting climbing up Portsdown Hill, just about 50m up from Fort Nelson entrance is 'The Original Nelson's Column' which makes a great scenic place to recharge!

Tip by

97.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types