AS Easter weekend approaches, you may be looking for a way to spend the extended weekend.
If you need something to get out of the house for, Hampshire has a range of walks to try out and explore the area.
So to help our readers in choosing their next route, the Daily Echo has put together a list of some of our favourite walks in and around Southampton:
Farley Mount Country Park
This walk is located in a large area of woodland and downland and offers views over the centre of the county.
Along the walk, you will find a monument, especially dazzling in the day when its white walls reflect the sunlight.
The building can be seen from miles around, and there are several car parks in the area making it easily accessible.
Bolderwood Deer Spotting
If you want to see wildlife as you exercise, then this is the walk for you.
These three short walks at Bolderwood includes a deer viewing platform that overlooks a large meadow where the deer tend to reside.
The Deer Watch Trail, Jubilee Grove Trail and Radnor Trail are all a short walk from the platform with a gravelled surface and benches along the way to sit and admire the view.
Southampton Common
The largest of Southampton’s open spaces, the common's first written record dates back to 1228, although it is possible that the areas status as a common dates back to around 500AD.
The 365-acre site offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the city but is not too far to travel if you're living in Southampton.
The Common offers 326 acres of woodland, parkland, rough grassland, ponds and wetlands and has several paths and cycle lanes for you to explore.
The Old Town Walls
This walk loops around the city centre, taking in the local history and sights.
It measures 3.9km, with a lot to keep you interested as you delve into the city's past.
There are over 90 listed buildings and more than 30 ancient monuments scattered around.
If you get thirsty or peckish on your walk, then fear not, as there are several places where you can stop to pick up a takeaway.
Hamble-le-Rice and Royal Victoria Country Park Circular
Stretching in a loop for 8.4km, this route primarily used for hiking, walking and bird watching, features a range of wildflowers and is said to be good for all skill levels.
Starting and finishing at Hamble Square, the route comes out of the village from the North, heads along Hamble Rail Trail and down into Royal Victoria Country Park.
Leaving the country park to the South, the route then follows the coast and then turns at School Lane before heading back into Hamble.
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