Beacon and Old Winchester Hills on the South Downs
Departure from Warnford (Hampshire)
This Hampshire walk explores the beautiful Meon Valley and two of the highest hills that flank the valley. The route also includes some picturesque villages. There are pubs serving food and refreshments on the walk.
Old Winchester Hill from Exton
Departure from Exton (Hampshire)
A Hampshire walk from Exford in the Meon Valley that includes sections of the South Downs Way and the Monarch's Way. The walk includes a section of the old Watercress Line before climbing to the top of old Winchester Hill for some good views.
Beacon Hill and Warnford from Exton
Departure from Exton (Hampshire)
This Hampshire walk includes two villages, both with a pub, some fine scenery and a visit to an excellent viewpoint. Sections of the walk follow the South Downs Way and the Monarch's Way.
Cheriton Mill and Tichborne from Cheriton
Departure from Cheriton (Hampshire)
A pleasant Hampshire walk that starts from the attractive village of Cheriton to the east of Winchester. The route follows the River Itcehn north through Tichborne Park to Tichborne. Before following the Kings Way south towards Gander Down.
Circular Otterbourne, Itchen, Bishopstoke and Stoke Park Woods
Departure from Otterbourne (Hampshire)
This is a beautiful circular walk ideal for those starting in Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Bishopstoke or Otterbourne. The walk takes you through woods and a meadowed track - certainly the most attractive way to reach Allbrook. You can take footpaths to connect with the Itchen Navigation and follow the famous chalk stream all the way to Bishopstoke. The return is a delight of paddocks and mature woodland with a high point above Stoke Park Farm where the view over Hampshire is stunning.
Warsash to Swanwick
Departure from Fareham (Hampshire)
Walk or Cycle from Warsash to Swanwick along the length of the Hamble river
Ashlett Creek to Calshot Spit
Departure from New Forest (Hampshire)
Starting from Fawley town centre, with views over Southampton Water and the historic inlet of Ashlett Creek. This walk is great for families with young children, starting from Fawley town centre and following a pretty country lane with views over Southampton Water to the small and historic inlet of Ashlett Creek. It then passes the Jolly Sailor pub and 19th century tidal mill before following the coast through a contrasting landscape of industry and wildlife.
Farley Mount Winchester
Departure from Hursley (Hampshire)
A downland walk with good views and woodland. Visit a monument to a special horse!
Exbury village and Lepe
Departure from Exbury and Lepe (Hampshire)
Situated on the southern edge of the New Forest and a mile from the Solent coast, Exbury is a peaceful and beautiful village with a fascinating history and important war time links to Lepe and the build up to D-Day. The walk starts at the famous Exbury Gardens then takes you along field and woodland paths to Lepe for spectacular views across the Solent. returning inland through farms and woodland to Exbury village.
Around Cowes
Departure from Cowes (Isle of Wight)
A town walk, looking at some of the interesting architectural and historical features.
Thorney Island from Prinsted
Departure from Southbourne (West Sussex)
Starting from Prinsted (just off the A259) this West Sussex walk explores the shoreline of Thorney Island which lies within the boundaries of the Chichester Harbour AONB. The route follows the Sussex Border Path for most of the way.
Waterside Whippingham
Departure from Whippingham (Isle of Wight)
This is a linear walk from Whippingham to Newport county town of the Isle of Wight. The return journey to Whippingham can be made on the number 5 bus which leaves from the bus station in Newport. The walk explores St. Mildred's Church at Whippingham and then follows the River Medina south to Newport.
Around Wootton Bridge
Departure from Wootton Bridge (Isle of Wight)
A countryside walk from the village to Littletown and the Steam Railway.
Ryde
Departure from Ryde (Isle of Wight)
Circular walk from the Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum, using the main street of Ryde.
The Railway, King Lud and the Solent Inn
Departure from Ryde (Isle of Wight)
Circular walk from the Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum, using the main street of Ryde.
Alton Circular Via Jane Austen's House Museum
Departure from Alton (Hampshire)
Let’s go for a walk in Jane Austen’s countryside around Alton, Hampshire. She lived in a nearby village and the house she once occupied is open to the public. The Jane Austen House in Chawton is where the author lived from 1809 to 1817 when due to poor health she moved to Winchester to seek medical care. It is now a museum showcasing the house as it was during Jane Austen’s time.
Dummer to Kingsclere, Thames Valley
Departure from Dummer (Hampshire)
On this walk, you will be able to enjoy : royal dalliances, corn fields, the birth of a river, a Roman road, skylarks and cowslips, renowned rabbit warren on high downland and a racehorse country.
This part of the route follows the Wayfarer's Walk
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