Walks From
The Cricketers
DISCOVER THE ITCHEN VALLEY ON FOOT
Start your walk in the right way
✓ Free parking for customers
✓ Breakfast from 9am (Wed–Sun)
✓ Coffee & pastries to take away
✓ Dog friendly
✓ Water refills available
✓ Toilets for customers
✓ Muddy boots welcome
✓ Lunch & dinner served afterwards
Easton & Itchen Abbas Circular
Perhaps the classic walk from The Cricketers. This circular route follows peaceful footpaths through the picturesque villages of Easton and Itchen Abbas before returning alongside beautiful stretches of the River Itchen. Expect open countryside, grazing livestock, chalk streams and wonderful views across the Hampshire landscape.
Avington and Itchen Abbas Circular
If you're looking for a shorter walk before breakfast or lunch, this is a wonderful option with the loop a short distance from The Cricketers
The route gently follows the River Itchen before looping around beautiful Avington, crossing several chalk stream bridges and passing the picturesque lake. It's ideal for families, casual walkers and anyone wanting to enjoy the valley without committing to a longer hike.
Easton Circular
This is a pleasant countryside trail taking in a mix of sights and terrains as you make your way round. This includes winding along farm field paths, woodland tracks, riverside trails, and paved roads. Enjoy the views over the farmlands and water while keeping an eye out for wildlife.
Take care on the rougher sections of this trail, especially in wetter conditions when the paths become muddy, as well as along the roads where you will need to be aware of vehicles. Chapel Lane at the end requires particular care as it is narrow and winding.