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.
Farley Mount Winchester
Departure from Hursley (Hampshire)
A downland walk with good views and woodland. Visit a monument to a special horse!
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.
Warsash to Swanwick
Departure from Fareham (Hampshire)
Walk or Cycle from Warsash to Swanwick along the length of the Hamble river
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.
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.
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.
Ashurst stroll
Departure from Ashurst and Colbury (Hampshire)
From Ashurst railway station this short and easy walk explores a variety of landscapes that characterise the New Forest. The route first takes you past open Forest lawns where ponies graze and through Churchplace Inclosure, a timber plantation, before crossing the railway into Ashurst Wood. Then continue along a road that winds pleasantly through ancient pasture woodland and across a grassy lawn to the historic remains of a saltpetre house. Return via a roadside cycle track to Ashurst village.
Copythorne and Cadnam Common
Departure from Copythorne (Hampshire)
This walk starts by passing St Mary's Church before winding through Copythorne Common and its interesting mix of woodland and open glades. The route then follows rhododendron and woodland edged tracks to the Cadnam River and the northern commons. Here you can watch ponies grazing before returning through Newbridge and Copythorne Common back to the start.
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.
Brook to Minstead village
Departure from Bramshaw (Hampshire)
Visit the Rufus Stone to discover the mystery surrounding the death of King William II. The route then follows quiet country lanes to the unspoilt village of Minstead where the famous detective writer and spiritualist Sir Arthur Conon Doyle is buried in the grounds of All Saints Church. Return via winding lanes and fields to Canterton and Brook.
From Furzey Gardens Around Minstead
Departure from Minstead (Hampshire)
A lovely circular walk from Furzey Gardens that takes you through Minstead village and into the New Forest. It is a fairly easy walk although it can get muddy in places. The walk starts at Furzey Gardens Car Park (Free) where there is a delightful cafe serving drinks and light refreshments. Furzey Gardens are a charity to help people with learning difficulties and are open to the public. A reasonable donation is requested on entry.
Around Cowes
Departure from Cowes (Isle of Wight)
A town walk, looking at some of the interesting architectural and historical features.
Brockenhurst village
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
Brockenhurst is a picturesque village in the heart of the New Forest surrounded by some of the loveliest Forest landscapes. Starting from the village with its famous watersplash, this varied walk takes you across grazed lawns and through riverside woodlands before skirting around the edge of the village to take in some great heathland views. Return through the village to Brockenhurst station.
Beaulieu Heath and Hatchet Pond
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A comprehensive exploration of a classic area of the New Forest, including open heathland, wildlife-rich woodland, and the Forest's largest area of open water.
Blackwater : Tall Trees Trail
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
A woodland walk for all seasons. Stimulate your senses on this short trail around the Forestry Commission's Blackwater Arboretum, with its small but nationally important collection of trees from all over the world. Sensory information boards along the trail. This walk takes you past majestic conifers planted in the 1850s, some of the oldest Douglas fir trees in Britain and includes views of two enormous redwoods.
Tall Trees Trail alternative
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
A flat circular walk with views of two enormous redwoods and using a part of the Tall Trees Trail.
Blackwater : Heartwood Trail
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
An easy waymarked walk through the Arboretum to experience the woodland and take in the variety of tree species. There are regular seats with backs to rest on along this route.
Blackwater : Tall Trees Arboretum Link
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
This is an easy walk through woodland, passing through the Arboretum which houses a beautiful collection of trees from many countries. The walk passes Scrag Hill Nursery and ends with a stroll down a short section of the Tall Trees Trail.
Boldre village
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A peaceful and varied walk through country lanes, farmland and an ancient woodland nature reserve. Beginning in the pretty village of Boldre, this is a peaceful and varied walk through country lanes, farmland and an ancient woodland nature reserve. The route is dotted with traditional Forest properties and visits St John the Baptist Church, which has a fascinating literary connection with the village. The walk returns alongside the meandering Lymington River to Boldre Bridge.
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.
Solent Foreshore
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A rewarding walk using a superb but little-known permissive path along an attractive stretch of the Solent foreshore, returning via parkland and a former WW2 airstrip.
Lymington Reedbed and the Burrard Monument
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
Stroll along the bird-rich Lymington River, returning via a monument to a local naval hero.
Normandy and Pennington Marshes
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Saunter on level, well-maintained paths around the creeks and saltmarshes of the Solent with views to Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight. Includes directions to Lymington town centre.
Normandy and Pennington Marshes with Keyhaven Marshes extension
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Saunter on level, well-maintained paths around the creeks and saltmarshes of the Solent with views to Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight. Includes directions to Lymington town centre. Explore one of the premier birdwatching sites on the south coast, on easy, surfaced paths.
Around Wootton Bridge
Departure from Wootton Bridge (Isle of Wight)
A countryside walk from the village to Littletown and the Steam Railway.
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
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.
Keyhaven Marshes
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Explore one of the premier birdwatching sites on the south coast, on easy, surfaced paths.
Keyhaven Marshes
Departure from Milford-on-Sea (Hampshire)
Walk via the Solent Way through a nature reserve rich in wildlife. Along the route there are views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight and the Needles and opportunities to watch the ever-changing bird life of Keyhaven Marshes. The path then cuts inland to follow an ancient highway behind the reserve before returning to Keyhaven.
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