St. Catherine's Hill is a chalk downland hill and 43-hectare (110-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest on the outskirts of Winchester in Hampshire, England. It is owned by Winchester College but open to the public.

A dramatic 220ft climb up St Catherine’s Hill’s wooden stairs reveals showstopping views of Winchester city, as well as the Itchen Valley floodplains and the downland it nestles in. At the summit are the earthworks of an Iron Age fort, buried ruins of the Norman chapel that gives the site its name, and a copse of beech trees.

Walkers can experience panoramic views of Winchester from St Catherine’s Hill, an iron age hill fort on the edge of the South Downs. From the city centre, take the 30-minute walk along The Itchen Navigation Trail, past The Handlebar Café, until you see the gate on the left to St Catherine’s Hill.

St Catherine's Hill is an Iron Age site covering 9.3 hectares and is an oval shape. This site was defended with a line of bank and ditch, which followed the hill's contours. After the 1st century BC the Hill was unoccupied until the 12th century AD.

St Cath’s Hill is a 58 hectare flower-rich chalk grassland nature reserve carefully managed by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. It’s home to some stunning wild flowers, and over 25 different species of butterflies including the marbled white, chalkhill blue and brown argus.

Apr 8, 2024 · Public transport accessible walk taking in two peaks – Lose Hill and Mam Tor. Sweeping views, ig, rocks for fun photos, possible pooh sticks and the option to descend to Edale village for refreshments.

Dec 14, 2022 · Easily accessible from the centre of Winchester and beside the River Itchen, St Catherine’s Hill not only has great views but it also is home to an intriguing mizmaze, a turf labyrinth that children will love to solve.

St Catherine’s Hill is a 58 hectare flower-rich chalk grassland nature reserve carefully managed by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. It’s home to some stunning wild flowers, and over 25 different species of butterflies including the marbled white, chalkhill blue and brown argus.

Oct 19, 2023 · St Catherine’s Hill Winchester Walk. This 47 hectares nature reserve offers the whole family stunning views, historic interest and grazing animals. Walking on the trail you could see anything from butterflies in wildflowers to cattle and sheep throughout the whole year.

4 days ago · Try this 4.6-mile loop trail near Winchester, Hampshire. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are January through October.