Alton's Walking Festival

17/10/2026

15/10/2026

Thank you to Helen and Paul for sharing with us some photographs from Walk 8 Four Marks to Alton - the long way round and today's walk Walk 10 Celebrating the countryside around Upton Grey

As we head into the final few days of this year's Autumn Walking Festival, we would like to thank everyone who has taken part, as well as all of our fantastic walk leaders and back markers.

It has been wonderful to see so many people out exploring and enjoying the festival. A small number of places have now become available on some walks that were previously fully booked, so if you would like to join us, there's still time to get involved.

Take a look at the remaining availability and book your place by clicking on the following link:

https://bookwhen.com/aawf2026
We look forward to seeing you on a walk soon!


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14/10/2026

The festival is underway!

A huge thank you to Duncan and Linda for sending us photos from their walks on Monday and today.

We have had great attendance so far, and it's been wonderful to see so many people enjoying the festival. A few places have now become available on some walks that were previously fully booked, so if you fancy joining us later this week, take a look at the remaining availability via the link below:

https://bookwhen.com/aawf2026

We look forward to seeing you on a walk soon!



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09/10/2026

Alton’s Autumn Walking Festival begins on Monday.

Join us for a fantastic week of town, history and countryside walks, with something to suit all interests and abilities.

There are still spaces available on some walks, so book your place today. If a walk is fully booked, we strongly encourage you to join the waiting list. Places do become available, and we have received quite a few cancellations over the last couple of days, so it's definitely worth registering.

Don't miss the chance to explore Alton and its beautiful surroundings this autumn!


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07/10/2026

Fancy a longer walk? The 17-mile Farnham to Alton guided walk is on Tuesday 13 October. A walk that heads South of Farnham, through a variety of terrains including heath and downland. You will pass through Tilford, Frensham and Wyck on route.

To find out more details about the and check availability on this walk and the rest of the program please visit: https://bookwhen.com/aawf2026

Don't forget if walks are fully booked register on the waiting list as spaces do become available.

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02/10/2026

From Bentworth and Four Marks to Hawkley and West Meon, Alton's Autumn Walking Festival programme has plenty of the Hampshire countryside to explore.

To find out more details, the pace and distance, and a walk that suits you please visit: https://bookwhen.com/aawf2026

Don't forget if walks are fully booked register on the waiting list as spaces do become available.

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29/09/2026

Take a closer look at Alton on foot with our stop and look walks:

The Civil War Walk, Discovering Jane Austen’s Alton, Around the back of Alton and the Town Walk offer shorter guided options.

For more details and to book visit https://bookwhen.com/aawf2026

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25/09/2026

**Eleven walks still have places**

Alton’s Autumn Walking Festival returns from Monday 12 to Sunday 18 October 2026, offering 22 guided walks through the town, surrounding villages and Hampshire countryside. As of 25 September, eleven walks are fully booked, while eleven still have places available.

History lovers can join the Alton Town Guides’ Civil War Walk on Tuesday 13 October or Town Walk on Saturday 17 October. Those drawn to local stories can discover Jane Austen’s Alton on Thursday 15 October or take Around the back of Alton on Friday 16 October. Countryside walks with places still available include Bentworth Circular, Four Marks to Alton – a longer way, Hawkley, East Tisted and Newton Valence, and Farmland and Woods around West Meon.

Places currently available
Tuesday 13 October:
Farnham to Alton (17 miles)
Alton Town Guides’ Civil War Walk (2 miles)

Wednesday 14 October:
Bentworth Circular Walk (5 miles)
Four Marks to Alton – a longer way (11 miles)

Thursday 15 October:
Hawkley, East Tisted and Newton Valence (10 miles)
Discovering Jane Austen’s Alton (3 miles)

Friday 16 October:
Around the back of Alton (2 miles)

Saturday 17 October:
Alton Town Guides’ Town Walk (2 miles)

Sunday 18 October:
Farmland and Woods around West Meon (5.8 miles)

If you are interested in a fully booked walk you can join its waiting list, as places may become available through cancellations.

Please check each walk’s pace and details before booking. https://bookwhen.com/aawf2026

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14/09/2026

We are pleased to announce the booking system for this year's Autumn Walking Festival is now open.

This year’s autumn festival promises to bring back some of the most popular walks from the May event, offering participants another chance to experience the breath-taking beauty of Alton and its surrounding countryside during the vibrant autumn season.

Alton's Autumn Walking Festival 2026 - Bookings Open - https://mailchi.mp/alton/welcome-to-alton-walking-festival-10351329

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03/06/2026

The festival may be over, we hope you had a great time, but walking in Alton doesn't stop!

Walk Alton’s evening walks start tonight at 7:00pm from Jubilee Playing Fields.

If you fancy stretching your legs after a busy day, why not go along? The walks are free to join and there’s no need to book – just turn up!

Will you be joining them?

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🌟 Save the Date — New Evening Walks in Alton 🌟
Fancy stretching your legs at a lively pace with friendly company after a busy day?
Join us for the launch of our new weekly evening walking group on Wednesday 3rd June at 7:00pm. These are medium paced sociable walks, covering around 3.5 miles in approximately 1.25hrs — perfect for a mid-week reset.
📍 Starting point: Jubilee Fields Car Park, GU34 1ST (Between Alton Sports Centre and the Skatepark) 👉 https://w3w.co/evening.able.tasteful
No booking needed — just turn up, walk, and enjoy being part of something new. We’d love to see you there… and feel free to bring a friend 👟😊