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Warsash to Swanwick
Visorando Member 
2.37 mi
+36 ft
-33 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Fareham (Hampshire)
Walk or Cycle from Warsash to Swanwick along the length of the Hamble river
Ashlett Creek to Calshot Spit
National Park 2.79 mi
+13 ft
-115 ft
1h 20
Easy
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.
Exbury village and Lepe
National Park 5.83 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
2h 45
Easy
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.
Ashurst stroll
National Park 2.77 mi
+79 ft
-66 ft
1h 20
Easy
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.
Around Cowes
Association / Club / Walk leader 2.91 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Cowes (Isle of Wight)
A town walk, looking at some of the interesting architectural and historical features.
Circular Otterbourne, Itchen, Bishopstoke and Stoke Park Woods
Visorando Member 
9.00 mi
+335 ft
-338 ft
4h 25
Moderate
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.
Beaulieu Heath and Hatchet Pond
Association / Club / Walk leader 9.35 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
4h 25
Moderate
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.
Copythorne and Cadnam Common
National Park 4.10 mi
+125 ft
-108 ft
2h 00
Easy
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.
Waterside Whippingham
Association / Club / Walk leader 4.21 mi
+49 ft
-171 ft
2h 00
Easy
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.
Brockenhurst village
National Park 5.05 mi
+39 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
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.
Boldre village
National Park 4.30 mi
+210 ft
-217 ft
2h 10
Easy
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.
Solent Foreshore
Association / Club / Walk leader 6.66 mi
+89 ft
-92 ft
3h 10
Moderate
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
Association / Club / Walk leader 3.00 mi
+75 ft
-79 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
Stroll along the bird-rich Lymington River, returning via a monument to a local naval hero.
Normandy and Pennington Marshes
Association / Club / Walk leader 5.75 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 40
Moderate
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
Association / Club / Walk leader 7.86 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 40
Moderate
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
Association / Club / Walk leader 3.02 mi
+174 ft
-167 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Wootton Bridge (Isle of Wight)
A countryside walk from the village to Littletown and the Steam Railway.
Beacon and Old Winchester Hills on the South Downs
Visorando Member 9.61 mi
+984 ft
-991 ft
5h 15
Moderate
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.
Around Shalfleet and Newbridge
Association / Club / Walk leader 4.77 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Shalfleet (Isle of Wight)
A walk alongside a river, an estuary at a National Nature Reserve, farmland and a wood
Old Winchester Hill from Exton
Visorando Member 5.47 mi
+541 ft
-548 ft
3h 00
Easy
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
Visorando Member 5.92 mi
+561 ft
-568 ft
3h 15
Easy
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.
Newport and the River Medina
Association / Club / Walk leader 5.21 mi
+197 ft
-220 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Newport (Isle of Wight)
A walk starting in Newport, along a new riverside path, by a marina and then through woods and open countryside before returning to the urban setting.
Curios Carisbrooke
Association / Club / Walk leader 5.17 mi
+282 ft
-269 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Newport (Isle of Wight)
Starting in the heart of Newport, you'll soon emerge into the countryside surrounding the town, crossing open fields on the approach to Carisbrooke Castle.
Solent Coast
Association / Club / Walk leader 6.99 mi
+272 ft
-302 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Shalfleet (Isle of Wight)
A coastal walk overlooking Newtown estuary and the Solent.
Northern Coastal Cliffs
Association / Club / Walk leader 5.29 mi
+249 ft
-262 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Shalfleet (Isle of Wight)
A walk through woodland and to a creek and on along the coast.
Farley Mount Winchester
Visorando Member 
6.40 mi
+528 ft
-509 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Hursley (Hampshire)
A downland walk with good views and woodland. Visit a monument to a special horse!
Keyhaven Marshes
Association / Club / Walk leader 2.98 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Explore one of the premier birdwatching sites on the south coast, on easy, surfaced paths.
Ryde
Association / Club / Walk leader 1.91 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 00
Easy
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
Association / Club / Walk leader 1.69 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Ryde (Isle of Wight)
Circular walk from the Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum, using the main street of Ryde.
Around the Isle of Wight: Yarmouth to Ryde
Visorando Member 
48.17 mi
+3,694 ft
-3,602 ft
6 days
Moderate
Departure from Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)
Walking on the Coastal Path from Yarmouth to Ryde, enjoy the diversity of the Isle of Wight's landscapes, including the famous Needles, St Catherine's Bay, Tennyson's Monument, and the seaside towns of Shanklin and Sandown. Passing through numerous chines, you will discover the beauty of the Isle of Wight.
The Needles
Visorando Member 
9.88 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,161 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)
From Yarmouth to Freshwater Bay, enjoy the diversity of the Isle of Wight's landscapes, including the famous Needles from all angles and Tennyson's Monument.
This is the first of a series of 6 walks that will take you around the Isle of Wight from west to east on the Coastal Path.
Around Calbourne
Association / Club / Walk leader 2.04 mi
+69 ft
-75 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Calbourne (Isle of Wight)
A short pub walk across open countryside and through the iconic village of Winkle Street.
Keyhaven Marshes
National Park 3.55 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 40
Easy
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.
Cheriton Mill and Tichborne from Cheriton
Visorando Member 
5.68 mi
+236 ft
-210 ft
2h 50
Easy
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.
Around Arreton
Association / Club / Walk leader 3.24 mi
+105 ft
-125 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Arreton (Isle of Wight)
A walk across farmland and by historic Haseley Manor, one of the oldest houses on the Island.
Brading, Alverstone, Sandown Marsh
Association / Club / Walk leader 7.21 mi
+482 ft
-502 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Brading (Isle of Wight)
This walk from The Bull Ring in the centre of Brading can also start from the station. It climbs the side of the down and then descends to meander through lowland by the River Yar.
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