With a perfect location of being both right on the coast and at the edge of the South Downs National Park, Portsmouth and its surrounding towns have a whole host of fantastic walks to enjoy this summer.
Here are just some of our favourites:
5. Cams Hall/Fareham Creek
A fabulous stroll along Cams Hall and Fareham Creek will certainly blow the cobwebs away this summer. You can take a short stroll along just part of the Creek, or park up at the carpark at the the end of Shearwater Avenue and then head for the water to then do an entire circuit along the coastline (and a bit on a road). Just watch out for a few golf balls! There is also the pub and the wonderful Dovecote to pop into for a drink and snack. If you are feeling adventurous the shoreline can be followed all of the way along to Portchester Castle.Taken by Alison Treacher Photo: -
6. Fantastic walks
There are some fantastic walks across the area including this one at Holly Hill Woodland Park with lots of woods and water features to explore - and if you are keen you can make your way to the River Hamble. There is plenty of free parking and toilets at the beginning - and the leisure centre across the road has a park and refreshment facilities.Picture: Graham May Photo: -
7. Hayling Billy Trail
The five-mile mile off-off round trip starts at the car park to the rear of the garage at North Hayling Halt, Havant Road, Hayling and leads down to West Town, following the route of the former Hayling Billy railway. Taking in the shoreline, the trail is an accessible footpath, cycle route and bridleway and is popular with bird and nature watchers, cyclists, runners and mobility vehicle users. Pictured: A view of the remains of the old train bridge from the trail by Mike Fooks Photo: -
8. West Walk, Forest of Bere
Often called 100 acres because of its location off Hundred Acres Road in Wickham, this walk is a firm family favourite with the woods to explore, paths to follow and a play area with a sand pit for the children to enjoy. There are also take away cafe facilities and toilets on site. Photo: Google Streetview