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If you feel the final section is too long, an alternative would be to walk the 11 miles (17.5km) from Stockbridge to Romsey (where you’ll find accommodation) on day three; then walk the remaining 8.5 miles (13.75km) to Eling Wharf Totton on the fourth day.

If you would prefer to complete the TW in segments, simply divide it into one or more stages but remember to take into account any transport limitations.

Between Michelmersh and Lower Brook (Walk 13)

Coping with the weather and the seasons

For a lot of time, the paths and bridleways are reasonably dry, well defined and can be negotiated easily enough but there will be occasions when some parts of a route will be more difficult, especially where the chalk surface or looser surfaces have become quite slippery or unstable. The further south, the less well drained the soil becomes and hence the muddier it will be at times. This is particularly true of Squabb Wood (Stage 7). Be prepared for fluctuations in the water levels when crossing the Lower Test Nature Reserve (Stage 8). It almost goes without saying that you should always plan for the weather!