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Source of the River Itchen
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The River Itchen in Hampshire, England, rises to the south of New Alresford and flows 26 miles (42 km) to meet Southampton Water below the Itchen Bridge. The Itchen Navigation was constructed in the late 17th and early 18th centuries to enable barges to reach Winchester from Southampton Docks, but ceased to operate in the mid-19th century and is largely abandoned today. The river is one of the world's premier chalk streams for fly fishing, amenable to dry fly or nymphing.
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Weather at Source of the River Itchen
52°F, Light rain · H 52° / L 47° · 91% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Source of the River Itchen?
- Source of the River Itchen is a spring in South East England.
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South East England
💡 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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