Logged Visits:

19th Apr 2024  10:31  by NCam

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

View from South Downs Way.©NCam

27th Aug 2023  16:26  by Abiabiabi

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

28th May 2023  18:35  by SurveyorCat

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

A tiny bit of trespassing and gate climbing to reach this one in the compound. Some decent views.

©SurveyorCat

13th May 2023  09:49  by Andrew hunt

Gridref: SU 67526 19757   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

25th Aug 2022  14:30  by TrigDave

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Easy to find, the masts nearby can be seen from miles around. Requires crossing a farmer's yard- nobody around to ask on my visit, but the gates were unlocked. Did have to hop the gate to the reservoir itself though, but no problems there. Lovely views in a beautiful part of the south downs.

21st May 2022  08:24  by Trigger monster

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

From the Sustainability Centre (apparently used to be H.M.S. Mercury) car park, crossed the road to the South Downs Way footpath heading north towards the masts. After a couple of hundred metres the pillar is visible on top of the reservoir to the east of the masts. A little further on is a barn and yard on the right. Two gates to cross then another small gate to steps up onto the reservoir. Good views all around apart from to the west, obscured by the masts and barn. Ground a bit uneven on top of the reservoir, possibly a badger sett. A few mountain bikes along the SDW also a farmer in a Land Rover just ahead on the way up to the masts, would’ve asked but drove off out of sight.

Wether Down Flush plate
Wether Down Looking north east
Wether Down Looking south west
Wether Down Looking north west

11th May 2022  16:43  by Trigobsession

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

23rd Sep 2021  00:00  by Woodleywalker

Gridref: SU 67526 19764   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Parked to the south of the pillar, off the road. Along the SDW to the gate just past the masts. Through gate, around edge of field, even for a five footer getting over the fence was easy! VG views and memories of TS Mercury.

21st Sep 2021  09:50  by andyrandom

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Pillar in fenced off reservoir compound. Fence very easily crossed by this unfit, large-bellied, seventeen stone, six foot two trigpointer. Believe me, it will present you with no problems! Farm worker approached as I neared the trig - was very friendly and very chatty; knew all about the reservoir and nearby masts, but didn't know about the trapezoidal concrete obelisk. He wasn't at all bothered by my being in his field (as long as I left no litter and shut the gate), and even gave an opinion on the best place to cross the fence! A happy start to a productive trigspedition.

1st Sep 2021  11:14  by Griefmiester

Gridref: SU 67524 19774   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Revisit while walking this section of the South Downs Way. Pillar is in good condition and located on top of the small reservoir, accessed from the unlocked gate to the N then a quick stroll over, there is a small fence around the reservoir, this is an easy step through. some great views from here and along this section of the SDW.

Salt Hill Reservoir

15th Aug 2021  22:45  by Christiene

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

6th Aug 2021  23:08  by Fremington

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

13th Jun 2021  09:17  by RichBiker

Gridref: SU 67456 19783   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Inaccessible  Score: 8/10

28th Sep 2020  11:37  by HOTELOSCAR2

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

After completing the Meon Valley trail I walked to the TP via Old Winchester hill. Took the SDW trail, off Droxford Rd. Gentle climb to the top, the wireless masts make it easy to locate. Enter through a gate into yard, then field to find the raised reservoir platform with the pillar on top. The pillar is clearly visible from outside of a lightly fenced in area. If you want to get closer, you will need to take an easy climb over one of the metal gates. TP in good condition, with some nice views, it was starting to cloud over when I got there, but it was still possible to see my next destination, Butser Hill.

The Flush Bracket
Spider Good condition, had the name V. Miller, something I had not 'noticed' before (do we know who he is?)
Trigpoint
Butser Hill The Butser Hill wireless mast can easily seen from the TP, in this photo it is on the far hill, just above the Spider.
Butser Hill Another view of Butser Hill mast, this time taken from Spider
Trigpoint
Masts
Wireles masts On a 'clear' day these can be easily seen from any direction. I could see them clearly as I walked up to Old Winchester Hill car park from West Meon

20th Sep 2020  13:30  by AHD

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Parked outside Sustainability Centre and along SDW. Could see Pillar when approaching Reservoir but need to walk past to north side and go through gate, across grassy area and through easy fence to access the Pillar.

©AHD

26th Jul 2020  12:47  by JennyG

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Visible from footpath, but unable to access

1st May 2020  12:48  by COVID Trig Point Challenge

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Fenced in by Southern Water so couldn't get close enough to see number on metal plate.

31st Dec 2019  14:05  by mattandsophie

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Viewed again from the footpath

22nd Jun 2019  13:23  by slateloose

Gridref: SU 67500 19700   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

A reservoir with easy access ,walked from road junction along South downs way. Trig point on top of reservoir with good views.

18th May 2019  12:54  by plet56

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

16th Apr 2019  11:52  by pendlelill

Gridref: SU 67530 19746   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

passed on sdw

trig

28th Nov 2018  16:10  by TrigJS

Gridref: SU 67535 19755   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Like many other trig pillars within water infrastructure compounds this pillar is in good condition.

TP5793 The flush bracket.
TP5793 The spider.
TP5793 The pillar.

21st Oct 2018  10:13  by DaveWilcock

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Second pillar of the day on an out and back run from QECP Visitor Centre. Beautiful sunny autumn morning.

Salt Hill

21st Sep 2018  16:45  by shadoks

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Walked to this one from small car pull in at junction of SDW and approach road to Butser and Hogs lodge lane, about 1.8 miles. Very windy managed to qualify the trig for worked all Britain trigpoint award (ham radio)

19th Sep 2018  10:31  by Two Dogs and an Awning

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Bagged whilst walking the South Downs Way as part of my Walk 2,018 Miles challenge. Slight diversion from footpath with limited access.

©Two Dogs and an Awning

17th Jul 2018  17:39  by mikeandjenny

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

6th Apr 2018  11:57  by Bridgeman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Walking South Downs Way from West Meon to Petersfield then bus number 67 back. Access through gate on north site of masts then through easy fence to reach trig.

Salt Hill Reservoir Trig Point ©Bridgeman

27th May 2017  10:19  by G1ANQ

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Why cant all reservoirs be like this? Easy hop over a gate to get access. Nice views, but a little windy.

Flush Bracket
Trig Point

2nd Apr 2017  10:15  by G4CFS

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

27th Mar 2017  19:00  by meandmymum

Gridref: SU 67500 19700   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10

As it was such a lovely evening took a short stroll along the SDW from the old HMS Mercury site down to Coombe Cross. Accessed trig through gate to flying field just beyond masts, from where it was just a quick hop over the fence!

1st Mar 2017  00:00  by caroleengel

Gridref: SU 67527 19764   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

22nd Oct 2016  10:13  by Captainbob542

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

A slight detour from the SDW and a hop over a fence and bingo.

29th Aug 2016  02:35  by mattandsophie

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

On Salt Hill with great views to the south east. Viewed from the footpath

19th Jun 2016  12:28  by Rob the Rambler

Gridref: SU 67488 19696   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

30th Sep 2015  11:30  by [email protected]

Gridref: SU 67500 19700   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

South Downs Way

28th Aug 2015  16:23  by Sprog

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Bagged from Old Winchester Hill and whilst bagging the Tump of Wether Down.

18th Jul 2015  16:09  by dal

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Cap intact. Reservoir compound. Straightforward fence.

18th Jul 2015  07:20  by RichardL

Gridref: SU 67525 19766   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

2nd of 9 for the day. Passed this one whilst riding the SDW for the British Heart Foundation; nipped easily over the gate and fence from the track to the east.

16th May 2015  14:15  by Dot924

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Spotted from the fence. Long Suffering husband talked me out of climbing over to see it!

7th Apr 2015  11:38  by jonglew

Gridref: SU 67526 19758   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Parked at the old HMS Mercury site, now a Sustainability Centre. Walked along South Downs Way to trig sitting atop covered reservoir. Pillar in good condition; orginal cap, lightly indented lettering; all sight holes open; 'N. MILLER' stamped into each of the 3 spider arms. Views S obscured by large barn, all other directions very good.

Pillar TP5793©jonglew
Spider TP5793©jonglew
Flush Bracket TP5793©jonglew

18th Mar 2015  15:55  by G4TSQ

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Easy walk up from main road where we parked our car. Trigpoint inside farm / resevoir complex but no problem with reaching it. Activated the trig on the WAB amateur radio net.

Flush Bracket Flush Bracket
Trigpoint from the fence The trigpoint
Trigpoint inside compound Trigpoint inside
Spider Spider

16th May 2013  15:00  by Dumfriesmike

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

17th Mar 2013  00:00  by explorer_olway

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Found during a walk of the South Downs Way - easy(ish) access to Trig

TP5793 ©explorer_olway
Salt Hill Reservoir ©explorer_olway

6th Mar 2013  13:00  by DanTrig

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Pleasant circular taking in Beacon Hill (Exton) trig, Old Winchester Hill trig and Salt Hill Reservoir trig.

8th Jan 2012  12:55  by Trigpoint100

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Another Miller Pillar (qv Exton - TP3089 - N Miller stamped neatly on each arm of the spider). OS Surveyor signing off his handiwork, or pre-T:UK walker wanting to log his visit? All sight holes open but otherwise in exc cond - metal cap with indented letters. Great views of Butser Hill with balloons and parapenters, also IoW to S. Circular walk from East Meon - Drayton - SDW - Hydon Hill. Daffs and cherry blossom in full bloom in East Meon!

8th Jan 2012  10:34  by Griggsy

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

From Sustainability Centre, East Meon

©Griggsy

21st Dec 2011  15:17  by Griefmiester

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Located on top of small reservoir at end of what felt like a private lane - pillar good condition - South Downs views.

31st Jul 2011  13:30  by hotbox16

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

10th Apr 2011  00:00  by gasman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

1st Apr 2011  00:00  by Nekyram

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

21st Nov 2010  12:18  by hussyhill

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Walk from Butser Hill to bag this one of 2 today. As previous logs, on top of resevouir. In tact with the engravings on all 3 legs of the spider N MILLER. Of to Park farm now, up the hill we can see from here, the other side of East Meon village.

On Our Spot ©hussyhill
The trig ©hussyhill
The Flush Bracket ©hussyhill

30th Aug 2010  14:30  by Wubbleyew

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

1st Aug 2010  15:34  by dpbamford

Gridref: SU 67484 19692   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 6/10

Couldn't get right up to the pillar unfortunately.

Good view from footpath Couldn\'t get right up to the pillar, picture from the footpath.

8th Jun 2010  15:18  by raypool

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

4th Jun 2010  08:46  by tinkersean

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

13th May 2010  10:20  by Bridgeman

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Circular walk from East Meon. Trig on top of underground reservoir but easy access.

Salt Hill Reservoir Trig Point
Salt Hill Reservoir Trig Point FB

21st Mar 2010  13:02  by Dodders

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Trig in good condition and nice view.

©Dodders
©Dodders

14th Feb 2010  20:07  by sarah and steve

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

got as close to this as i could from the south downs way, never realised i could get right up to it!

17th Oct 2009  15:05  by bluebeard

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 4/10

10th Jan 2009  15:27  by Andrew hunt

Gridref: SU 67524 19759   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Stunning day very cold

11th Aug 2008  13:15  by PHMB

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Situated on top of modest sized reservoir. Pillar shows no sign of ever having been painted. Retains plug, shallow indented lettering. Very good views to east.

24th Jun 2008  12:01  by asbown

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

good views, access over gate.

16th Nov 2007  12:00  by iainmac

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

S1671
S1671
S1671

26th Aug 2007  13:50  by martinc

Gridref: SU 67527 19757   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Great views. Access through yard and over fence or through field and over.

18th Apr 2007  09:56  by Kitty Hawk

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Awesome views on Sunday - up here training for a South Downs Way Randonee in June.

31st Dec 2006  14:29  by Ann_and_Brian

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Cap still fitted, shallow engraving. We know the views can be better given suitable weather.

The Pillar
Flush Bracket

5th Sep 2006  19:45  by rhayader_wanderer

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

parked at the recycling site at the bottom but could easily have driven up on the byway. locked gate for reservoir and good views

7th Aug 2006  16:24  by [email protected]

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

There is access by gate, if locked climb over. No need to go over fence.

From Salt Hill trig pillar looking to Park Hill over East Meon ©[email protected]
View from Salt Hill trig pillar towards Butser ©[email protected]

4th Feb 2006  00:00  by Clanfield Rambler

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

On top of reservoir.VGC. Had to climb fence to get to it. Good views although it was cloudy day when I visited.

©Clanfield Rambler
©Clanfield Rambler

28th Dec 2005  12:55  by Trigger

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Revisit 17 Mar 2013 wandering the SDW!

TP5793
TP5793

18th Jun 2005  19:30  by the2Ws

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

A beautiful summer evening, so we sat in the field with a picnic. As we soaked up the sunshine a young badger nosed through the fence not more than 3 feet from us, had a quick look at our sandwiches and then went back through the fence. Amazing!

20th Mar 2005  12:00  by peregrinus

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

vgc, metal cap shallow letters, on low-fenced covered resr at summmit, nice view

montaged by JWR ©peregrinus

18th Dec 2004  15:30  by Managra

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Easy access over the gate. Metal plug with lightly indented lettering.

Trig point
Flush bracket

25th Nov 2004  15:10  by HEATHENS

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Good views, on Water Board land atop a reservoir and next to the old HMS Mercury base.

22nd Dec 2003  12:48  by kevjtrig

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10

Near military base - I chickened out of fence climbing! Great views of surrounding countryside.

The trig on its reservoir. ©kevjtrig
View to south - Solent and west end of Isle of Wight. ©kevjtrig
View to East - Butser Hill.

2nd Aug 2003  07:51  by Pharisee

Gridref: SU 67529 19753   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Strange place to plonk a Trig Point, right on top of a reservoir !!! It's complete and in good condition. You do have to clamber over a fence to get close to it, though. Naughty me.

The Trig Point (2)
The Trig Point (1)

17th May 2003  15:30  by Wood Smoke

Gridref: SU 67523 19742   FB Number: s1671  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

20th Jul 1999  11:00  by jamesleesaunders

Gridref: SU 67524 19758   FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Visited as Part of the South Downs Challenge with Joe Barnes. (20 of 38)

Salt Hill Resr Trig ©jamesleesaunders

18th Aug 1997  11:30  by widget

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

I'm writing this in Aug 2018 having just dug out some old maps and found notes on a few trigs I did 20+ years ago before I even realised this site existed! Bagged this and its nearest northerly neighbour during the Summer of 1997 followed by a pub lunch.

10th Dec 1994  00:00  by mickandshane

FB Number: S1671  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

just inside the Water Board fence near HMS Mercury base.Plug with indented lettering.

1st Jan 1970  00:00  by RichBiker

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10