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:
13. Farlington Marshes
In a perfect position at the top of the city, Farlington Marshes is a great choice for a summer stroll with so many birds to see along the way. You can either do the whole circular route, or can cut through the grass for a shorter walk taking in the scenic views. Photo: Contributed
14. Harbour View, Gosport
Gosport boasts not only fantastic views of the Solent - but also the best views of Portsmouth too! And a summer stroll along the eastern shoreline will confirm this, starting at the Hardway Slip carpark area and following the path leading to Heritage Way, past the Explosion Museum towards Millennium Bridge. Once over the other side of the bridge you can even head beyond into Haslar and Alverstoke if the mood takes you. There are also plenty of places to stop along the way!Picture: Neil Harris Photo: Neil Harris
15. Petersfield Heath and Lake
With its accessible paths around the Heath Lake and playground situated right next to the heath itself, Petersfield Heath is a great place to visit on a summer day - and the great news is that it even has a cafe, toilet facilities and a playpark Just make sure you bring food for the ducks and geese!Picture: Anne Purkiss Photo: Anne Purkiss
16. Wickham Water Meadow and the Meon Valley Trail
The wonderful Wickham Water Meadow can be found a stone's throw away from the centre of the historic town square and is the perfect setting for a summer picnic as you sit next to the river which passes over the area like tiny rapids. Many people cool off with a paddle on a hot summer's day. You can then go up a few steps and you will be on the wonderful Meon Valley Trail along the old abandoned railway track. The Meon Valley Trail is also accessible if you park in the main carpark off Station Road. Photo: Contributed