Now go there

To escape the crowds in high summer head for a little known corner of the county near Ripon

■Distance: 5¾ miles/9.2km ■Time: 3 hours ■ ...

Deep in the heart of Hampshire, Winchester has attracted many high-profile figures across the centuries, and today this beautiful cathedral city combines rich history with a vibrant retail and restaur

LOW-LEVEL WALKING

■ Distance: 6 miles/10km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 7¼ miles/11.5km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ Grade: Moderate