KingsclereBasingstoke

Kinbas one
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By a Slow Ways Volunteer on 07 Apr 2021


Distance

17km/11mi

Ascent

263m

Descent

249m

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Description

This is a Slow Ways route connecting Kingsclere and Basingstoke.

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This is a Slow Ways route connecting Kingsclere and Basingstoke.

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Reviews - 4

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (4)

There are currently no problems reported with this route.

Downloads - 11

Surveys

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Description Note
Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.
Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Not present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Vegan restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Not present at time of survey Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Not present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Maybe present Very slippery (1)
Maybe present Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Maybe present Long grass sections (1)
Maybe present Crops encroaching on path (1)
Maybe present Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Maybe present Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Not present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Maybe present Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Maybe present Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 50.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

There is no data on how much of this route is on roads

10.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

10.0% of the route is paved (1)

30.0% of the route is muddy (1)

30.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

There is no data on long grass

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1 surveys

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4X August 2024 by Berkshire Walker
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Geography information system (GIS) data

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Maximum elevation

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Start and end points

Kingsclere
Grid Ref SU5257758670
Lat / Lon 51.32471° / -1.24682°
Easting / Northing 452,577E / 158,670N
What3Words hydration.supplied.famed
Basingstoke
Grid Ref SU6374352507
Lat / Lon 51.26816° / -1.08769°
Easting / Northing 463,743E / 152,507N
What3Words spider.tigers.shades

Kinbas One's land is

Arable 62.2%
Pasture 9.6%
Urban 22.8%
Woods 5.4%

Data: Corine Land Cover (CLC) 2018

reviews


Berkshire Walker

03 Aug 2024 Summer

A great traffic-free route between Kingsclere and Basingstoke, especially the paths and byways of the north Hampshire downs between Kingsclere and Worting on the edge of Basingstoke, with beautiful views of rolling countryside. Pubs, shops, cafes and bus links at both ends, but no facilities on route. The Vine pub at Hannington had closed down on my walk (August 2024).


Martin Ellis

12 Aug 2022 Summer

Kingsclere to Basingstoke (Kinbas 1) review.

A walk across the SE corner of the North Wessex Downs AONB.

Kingscleve has a choice of amenities. On my Slow Way visits I’ve enjoyed dropping into The Crown by the church. This time I remembered to photograph the church’s famous bed-bug vane (Photo 1).

The route takes a shaded footpath out of the village. There’s a moderate ascent up the escarpment (Photo 2) onto the North Wessex Downs.

There’s a break point at Hannington village. The Vine (Photo 3) is closed Mondays and between 3pm and 6pm.

The Slow Way leaves the village via a footpath east: field edges by woods and through Warren Bottom Copse (Photos 4 & 5).

The route leaves the woods behind for fields (Photo 6) and a quiet lane. It then joins a byway for the 2.5 mile walk to the edge of Basingstoke. The path has the bright chalk surface of the downs (Photo 7).

On my walk (August 2022), the byway was heavily rutted and uneven (Photo 8) for the final mile or so. I found it wearing to constantly have to watch my step, and was relieved to finally leave it behind.

There’s an urban walk from the edge of Basingstoke. The route then makes good use of a shaded path by the railway and a footpath to avoid the main roads, to finish at the train station.


Duncan Reid

11 Jun 2021 Spring

I completed the first 4 miles of the route on 7th June, starting at Basingstoke station. This finishes the review I submitted on 17th May. I found this section easy to navigate. It runs parallel to the railway to the Milestones roundabout and Winklebury, where it goes behind the FA football complex and Winklebury Centre. There are stretches of Winklebury Way without footpath but there is a wide grass verge to walk on. Turn right at junction with Roman Road and cross opposite Kenilworth for the track to Worting Wood Farm on the Manydown estate. From this point the route continues on byways and footpaths all the way to Kingsclere with short sections on Lanes at Ibworth and Hannington.


Duncan Reid

18 May 2021 Spring

Review Part 1. I walked the second half of the route, from Wootton St Lawrence to Kingsclere (7 miles). This section follows byways, footpaths and bridleways, linked by short sections on quiet lanes. It is well signposted and easy to navigate. Warren Bottom Copse was full of bluebells and the high ground between Hannington and Kingsclere opens up panoramic views and fantastic cloudscapes, particularly the thunderstorm that pursued me back from Kingsclere! I did this on Monday as my choice of going out for a long walk on my Birthday! It was after a weekend of heavy rain and the paths were muddy. I was glad I choose to wear walking boots as I picked my way around the large puddles that had formed on several paths. I had plenty of sightings of red kites close enough to see their markings around Ibworth and Hannington and saw two hares in a field. For the walker seeking refreshments, the route passes the Vine Inn at Hannington but it is closed on Mondays. The bench on the green in front of Hannington church is ideal for a drinks break and on arrival in Kingsclere the choice includes McColls, Spar, the Honesty Cafe and a pub. I bought a coffee from the cafe and enjoyed my picnic in St Mary's churchyard on a bench overlooking the stream. Look up at the weather vane on the church tower, which is in the shape of a bed bug! The local story is that it was ordered by King John in the 13th century after he endured an uncomfortable night in a local inn being bitten by the bugs! I have been bitten by the walking bug and plan to do the other half of this route from Basingstoke another day. I returned to Wootton St Lawrence via Plantation Hill, Shear Down Farm and Tangier Park: a circuit of 15 miles. Thankfully, I was on the edge of the storm and didn't get as wet as I'd expected!.


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