The Mayor of Eastleigh,
John Caldwell was delighted to take on the role of Patron of the Hamble Valley Heritage Guides.
The Borough of Eastleigh, including the Southern Parishes has a rich and varied heritage. From the first mention in the Domesday Book in 1086 until today, fascinating tales are to be told about the places and the people who have lived and worked here. A small clue pointed out, or a careful explanation from a committed guide can lead you on an exploration of stories and fascinating facts that you may only have suspected. Check out the schedule of walks, pick one you like the sound of, and come along. You will be made most welcome.
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| 2pm Sunday 5 |
Home and AwayJoin a stroll through Eastleigh Rec and go on a world tour. Find out how Eastleigh got its recreation ground and how some of the plants were brought here, from all over the world.
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| 2pm Sunday 12 |
NO WALK11/12 September are the annual Heritage Weekend dates,so go explore some of the many places open to public FOR FREE.
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| 10:30am Sunday 19 |
Itchen Navigation and Stoke Park WoodA longer walk.
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| 2pm Sunday 26 |
Pubs of HambleIn a village with such a long history of seafaring and boatbuilding, it is perhaps not surprising there have been numerous places for supping and socialising. This walk around the village centre will throw light on the history of the various drinking places.
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| 2pm Sunday 3 |
Wandering around WickhamA new walk, in an old place steeped in history.Wickham with its large village square is surely one of the best preserved places in south Hampshire, but unless a villager shopping many people just pass by nowadays without stopping.
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| 2pm Sunday 10 |
Netley Military Hospital CemetaryThe bustling family friendly areas of Royal Victoria Country Park are well known, but tucked away at the east end is the tranquil and evocative cemetery site.
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| 2pm Sunday 17 |
St Nicholas Church , North StonehamThe pretty St Nicholas Church has a long history, with connections to the Darwin family, Admiral Hawke and Guy Fawkes . This conducted tour around the grounds and within the church will explain more about the building and those connected with the parish of North Stoneham.
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| 2pm Sunday 24 |
Cobbett`s BotleyOne time home of William Cobbett,journalist and author of "Rural Rides", who described the village as "delightful".
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| 2pm Sunday 7 |
South StonehamA first time walk in conjunction with Three Rivers Rail Partnership. Explore the hidden spaces and places of South Stoneham wiich lie within what is now the suburbs of Mansbridge and Swaythling in Southampton.
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| 2pm Sunday 5 |
Hedge End NorthThe last walk for 2010, an amble on the firm paths around the expansive open spaces of Grange Park and the new Dowds Farm Urban Park in north Hedge End .
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