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The Great Britain Guide

Wild swimming spots · South East England

Gunners Hole

In or near Winchester.

Gunners Hole — a wild swimming in england south east.

Garnier Road crosses the River Itchen - geograph.org.uk - 4876046

Steve Daniels — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Winchester · 1.8 km

About

Gunners Hole is a wild swimming located in england south east, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Test SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Itchen - 2000227 SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Gunners Hole is a wild swimming location situated in South-East England. It offers natural water access for swimming enthusiasts looking for outdoor experiences. The setting is characterised by scenic views and is suitable for those seeking a refreshing dip in a natural environment. Visitors can expect a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for enjoying nature while swimming.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.0512, -1.3141
County
Hampshire
District
Winchester
Parish
Winchester, unparished area
Postcode
SO23 9QG
Parliamentary constituency
Winchester
Nearest railway station
Winchester1.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gunners Hole?
Gunners Hole is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SO23 9QG), in the parish of Winchester, unparished area.
What is Gunners Hole?
Gunners Hole — a wild swimming in england south east.
How do I get to Gunners Hole?
The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SO23 9QG.
Is Gunners Hole a protected site?
Yes — Gunners Hole is part of the River Test SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Itchen - 2000227 SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Gunners Hole?
The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SO23 9QG.