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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · South East England

The Fools Leap

In or near Chilcomb.

Free admission

The Fools Leap — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

On the South Downs Way near Cheesefoot Head - geograph.org.uk - 7000449

David Martin — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Winchester · 5.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Fools Leap is a other located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

Official information

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Cheesefoot Head SSSI
  • 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

The Fools Leap is a notable geological feature located in South-East England. It is characterised by its dramatic cliffs and scenic views, attracting visitors interested in natural landscapes.

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

Coordinates
51.0498, -1.2447
County
Hampshire
District
Winchester
Parish
Itchen Valley
Postcode
SO21 1HW
Parliamentary constituency
Winchester
Nearest railway station
Winchester5.6 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Fools Leap?
The Fools Leap is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SO21 1HW), in the parish of Itchen Valley.
What is The Fools Leap?
The Fools Leap — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Fools Leap?
The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode SO21 1HW.
Is The Fools Leap a protected site?
Yes — The Fools Leap is part of the Cheesefoot Head SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Test SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is The Fools Leap free to visit?
Yes, The Fools Leap is free to enter.
How do I get to The Fools Leap?
The nearest railway station is Winchester, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SO21 1HW.