A long, circular walk through rolling countryside, pretty villages and alongside the River Test. We head north out of Whitchurch across fields for several miles to the picturesque village of Binley, then turn south towards St. Mary Bourne, walking alongside the Bourne Rivulet on the way into the village and our lunch stop. The route continues south along country roads, through farmland and woodland, eventually reaching Longparish and the River Test, which is split into smaller rivulets at this point and we’ll cross and walk alongside them at several points from here back to Whitchurch. Bring a packed lunch, snacks, water.

Setting out from Holly Hill Woodland Park we will make our way down past the lakes and through the woods to the shore path of the river Hamble and along to the Rising Sun Pub in Warsash.

A circular walk mostly in woodland, with avenues of rhododendrons that will hopefully be in flower. Please wear clothing/footwear appropriate for the weather. As this is a morning walk, we will have a couple of water/snack breaks, followed by a drink at the Cuckoo Inn pub afterwards. Attendance limited to 20 due to a small car park. Please consider car sharing.

Starting at Bursledon station at 10am we will make our way through Lowford and down through Hound to Royal Victoria Country Park. Here we will stop for a drink/ snack stop, before heading on towards Hamble Common along the coast path, taking the high tide route if needed. Once at Hamble common, we will turn the corner and make our way through the village, back along the Hamble Peninsula Trail to Bursledon station. Lunch will be around 1pm at a suitable stopping point.

This is a strenuous 16 mile walk from Shanklin to Ryde along the Isle of Wight coast. Where will be in the world's only commercial hovercraft from Portsmouth. Please note the world could be strenuous and hilly. We will be taking the Isle of Wight train from Shanklin to Ryde and then walking back on the coast. There is a 10 minute gap between landing in Ryde and taking the train to Shanklin. The return on hovercraft is £33.80 for Day return. Dogs allowed for need to be on a leash.

Starting from Catherington Lane Car Park, we will head west across Catherington Down and join the Monarchs Way which we will follow almost to Hambledon, before heading north through Glidden Farm. We will then loop back going across Broadhalfpenny Down.

Country walk in the gentle hills and woodland south of Winchester. It offers a variety of terrain, from pastures to woodland and easy tracks between hedgerows. There are some ploughed fields along the route and a few sheep! One of the surprised along the way is Marwell Zoo. There are nettles along some of the paths and if it’s been wet it may be muddy along the horse paths so please wear appropriate footwear. The walk is Dog friendly. Please bring a packed lunch and something to sit on. We will go for a drink at The Pheonix Inn at the end of the walk for anyone who wants to come along.

A circular walk from Canada through the New Forest via Bramshaw. A mix of gorse heathland, woodland and countryside. If it’s been raining, some bits in the New Forest may be a bit squelchy. Potential for horses, donkeys and cows. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring water/snacks. As this is a morning walk, we’ll not be stopping for lunch, but can visit The Rockingham Arms afterwards for a drink.

Climbing up out of Droxford towards Fir Down we will take the Wayfarers Walk beside Corhampton Golf Club, past small woods and through open farmland. At Lomer Farm we will turn right onto the South Downs Way and follow this to Exton via Beacon Hill. We will return to Droxford along the Meon Valley Railway. Lunch will be around 1pm at a suitable stopping point and there will be snack/drink stops as needed.

This is a relatively remote walk and offers a mixture of heath and woodland scenery with some good views across the varied New Forest landscape. Mainly all-weather forest tracks. There will be glimpses of Eyeworth Lodge and also skirts the Ashley Walk bombing range which was the testing ground for the famous ‘Dam Buster’ bouncing bombs used by the RAF during the Second World War. Dog friendly but need to be kept on a lead near grazing animals. Please bring a packed lunch and something to sit on. We will go for a drink at The Royal Oak at the end of the walk for anyone who wants to come along.

A 2-day, 1 night camping trip. Day 1 – 12.5 mile circular walk near Pewsey to include views of the Pewsey white horse. Day 2 – 11.5 mile circular walk that encompasses views of Stonehenge starting in Amesbury. Note, I will not have recced the walks but expect there to be hills and nice views. Walk start points: Day 1 – North Street Car Park, Pewsey. This is a free car park. Alternative car parking at the train station car park, but this will charge. Day 2: Bonnymead Park Playground, Amesbury. This is a free car park. Alternative parking at Amesbury Central car park, but this will charge. Campsite: Woodbridge Inn, North Newnton, Pewsey, SN9 6JZ. www.woodbridgeinn.uk Meals: Bring lunch for both days and breakfast for day 2. Dinner at Woodbridge Inn. Driving: We’ll meet at the walk start on Saturday (start time TBC) and drive to the campsite after the walk (10 min drive). Day 2, we would drive to the walk start from the campsite (20 min drive), then home afterwards, no doubt after a pub visit if people wish. Please car share if possible. Pewsey has a train station, however Amesbury does not, so if coming by train you will need to get a lift back and to/from the campsite. The campsite needs to know numbers by mid-May. Cost is £10 per person based on 16 people and we can pay by cash/card on arrival. *Please sign up by mid-May to reserve your spot. If nearer the time you cannot make the trip, I can try to find a replacement person, otherwise you will need to pay for your spot*