The Mayor of Eastleigh,
Wayne Irish 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 |
Around the wild west end of West EndA new walk for HVEHG, a circular wander around the open spaces paths now occupying the site of the farms and now wild lost arboretum relating to Townhill Park House.Wear suitable shoes and clothes for light off the beaten track winter walking.
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| 2pm Sunday 4 |
Early Spring Walk Botley-Durley areaShake off those winter blues with an early spring walk from Botley to Durley along mainly ruralfootpaths.More details to follow later in 2012.
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| 12am Sunday 1 |
Easter Sunday --No Hamble Valley WalkEnjoy your Easter celebrations and consider joining us another day .
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| 2pm Sunday 15 |
Titanic related walksThe dreadful Titanic sinking occurred 100 years ago, walks will visit places and discuss people associated with the ill fated ship that was lost on its maiden voyage.
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| 2pm Sunday 15 |
Hidden Paths of HambleWalk away from the village centre , to explore some of the less well known paths and spaces adjacent to the west bank of the River Hamble.
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| 2pm Sunday 22 |
Old Hedge End walkTo tie in with st Georgefest events in Hedge End, a walk exploring the older parts of this much expanded locality giving an insight into the early buildings and places of the former village -but now a town
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| 2pm Sunday 29 |
Spring in Old BursledonThe older part of Bursledon is designated a Conservation Area and an area of special character status.Come along and wander around the delightful old quiet lanes and paths to see why it is regarded as so special.
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| 12am Sunday 6 |
bluebell Walk at stoke Park Woods, BishopstokeTo the north east of Bishopstoke lies the tucked away foresty land of Stoke Park Woods.
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| 2pm Sunday 13 |
All Around AllbrookA longer distance stroll around the parish of Allbrook and North Boyatt .Hear about the Itchen Navigation, artist Mary Beale and much more .
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| 2pm Sunday 20 |
Eastleigh: What`s in a name?Meet up for a walk around the streets of the town centre and discover the links with people from Eastleigh`s past, as revealed in the street names.
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| 2pm Sunday 27 |
Wonderful WickhamExplore one of the best preserved and largest central squares in Hampshire and other parts of this idyllic village.(Note that there are some steps on this walk)
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| 12am Sunday 3 |
Diamond Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth II--NO WALKEnjoy the rare occasion of a 60th anniversary of the crowning of a British monarch.
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| 12am Sunday 10 |
Rotary Club Srawberry Faira fair is proposed to be held, posibly in the Hedge End area , to commemeorate the past strawberry growing heritage of south Hampshire.More details in due course.
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| 2pm Sunday 10 |
Swanwick Nature Reserve:Orchid WalkWalk through areas of anceint woodland and discover the lakes atSwanwick Nature Reserve.Hopefully the orchids should be in flower as well in the meadows.Wear suitable footwear for some rough path walking abd there a few stiles to climb over.
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| 2pm Sunday 17 |
Oldie OtterbourneFollow in the footsteps of Roman legionaires,hear tales of highwayman, smugglers and more.Some hills to climband stiles to cross.
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| 2pm Sunday 24 |
Chandler`s FordOnthis walk you will delve into the history of this once small village.Find out why a son of Oliver Cromwell visited the area and much more.
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| 2pm Sunday 1 |
william Cobbett`s BotleyIn this one time old market town, retrace the steps of author and journalist william Cobbett .
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| 2pm Sunday 8 |
The ruins and romace of Netley abbeyAlways popular, visit this English Heritage anccient site and take a short distance but full of ditties walk aroud the site of a once thriving monastic community .
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| 2pm Sunday 15 |
BishopstokeEast of Eastleigh town, old Bishopstoke alongside the River Itchen is steeped in history .Discover more on this meander around the area.
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| 2pm Sunday 22 |
Eastleigh town: Earth , Fire and WaterAninteresting title, come along and find out more
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| 2pm Sunday 29 |
Hamble at WarThe location of Hamble at the mouth of southampton Water has given it a vital defensive role over the centuries.Join this walk to learn more of the military wartime activities in different campaigns.
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| 12am Sunday 2 |
Netley VillageLearn about the history of the village that grew up between the Royal Victoria Hospital and Netley Abbey ruins as you wander around the area.
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| 12am Sunday 9 |
Heritage Open weekend -NO WALKDuring national heritage weekend, donot miss the opportunity to visit some of the places around the county open to the public, often for free.
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| 2pm Sunday 16 |
Hostelries of HambleIn this old seafaring village, it is perhaos not surprising that there have been numerous drinking edestablishments over the years. Join this walk around the village centre to hear more tales .
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| 2pm Sunday 23 |
BursledonAnother chance to explore the quiet lanes of old Bursledon and learn more about this village next to the Hamble river.
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| 2pm Sunday 30 |
Fair OakAn autumnal country walk around the open spaces and tucked away paths of Fair Oak .See lowland ponds and wetlands , woods and open hill top views all just within a short distance of modern housing.
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