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There are plenty of pubs, quite a few cafés (listed at the beginning of route descriptions) and sufficient water points (see Appendix B) along or near the SDW. However, make sure you have plenty of water and high-energy snacks with you. Make sure also that you have adequate clothing, tools (including spare inner tubes, a pump and puncture repair kit), maps (or GPS) and a first aid kit. A mobile phone is invaluable in an emergency (see the ssss1 section above).

The beech trees near Cheesefoot Head (Day 1)

ROUTE 1

South Downs Way: Day One – Winchester to Cocking

StartWinchester train station SU 478 300FinishCocking Hilltop car park SU 875 167Distance56.5km (35 miles); 61km (38 miles), via Old Winchester HillOn Road16.75km (10½ miles); 16.75km (10½ miles)Off Road39.75km (24½ miles); 44.25km (27½ miles)Percent Off Road70%Ascent1295m (4250ft); via Old Winchester Hill 1370m (4495ft)GradehardTime4hrs 30mins–5hrs 30minsPubVarious in Winchester; The Bluebell at CockingCaféVarious in Winchester; QECP café; Moonlight Cottage at Cocking

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