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 20th May 2012 | Eastleigh: What's in a name?Meet up for a walk around the town centre area and discover links with people from Eastleigh's past, as commemorated by some of the street names.
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| 2pm Sunday 27th May 2012 | Wonderful WickhamExplore one of the best preserved and largest central squares in Hampshire, together with other parts of this idyllic village (Note that there are some steps on this walk)
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| Sunday 3rd June 2012 | Diamond Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth II - NO WALKEnjoy the rare occasion of a 60th anniversary of the crowning of a British monarch at one of the celebration activities taking place in the area. |
| 2pm Sunday 10th June 2012 | Swanwick Nature Reserve: Orchid WalkWalk through areas of ancient woodland and discover the lakes at Swanwick Nature Reserve. Hopefully the meadowland orchids should be in flower. Wear suitable footwear for some rough path walking. There a few stiles to climb over.
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| 2pm Sunday 17th June 2012 | Oldie OtterbourneFollow in the footsteps of Roman legionaires, hear tales of highwayman, smugglers and more. Some hills to climb and stiles to cross.
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| 2pm Sunday 24th June 2012 | Chandler's FordOn this walk 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 1st July 2012 | William Cobbett's BotleyIn this one time old market town, retrace the steps of author and journalist William Cobbett as we wander around the village centre.
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| 2pm Sunday 8th July 2012 | The ruins and romace of Netley AbbeyAlways popular, visit the English Heritage owned ancient ruins and take a short walk which is full of ditties around the site of a once thriving monastic community.
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| 2pm Sunday 15th July 2012 | Byegone 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 22nd July 2012 | Eastleigh town: Earth , Fire and WaterAn interesting title, come along and find out more about different aspects of transport related to Eastleigh town area.
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| 2pm Sunday 29th July 2012 | 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 and wartime activities in different campaigns.
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| 2pm Sunday 2nd September 2012 | 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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| Sunday 9th September 2012 | Heritage Open weekend - NO WALKDuring national heritage weekend, do not miss the opportunity to visit some of the places around the county open to the public, often for free. |
| 2pm Sunday 16th September 2012 | Hostelries of HambleIn this old seafaring village, it is perhaps not surprising that there have been numerous drinking establishments over the years. Join this walk around the village centre to hear more tales .
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| 2pm Sunday 23rd September 2012 | 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 30th September 2012 | 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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| 10:30am Sunday 7th October 2012 | Itchen Navigation and Stoke Park WoodsAn early autumn meander along the Itchen Naviagation towpath as well as the lovely Stoke Park Woods.
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| 2pm Sunday 14th October 2012 | Netley Military Cemeterya short walk, but not to be missed! Discover fascinating facts about the history and development of the military cemetery constructed in association with the former Royal Victoria Hospital.
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| 2pm Sunday 21st October 2012 | St Nicholas Church, North StonehamJust to the south of bustleing eastleigh town lies St Nicholas Church, ancient parish church of the one time large North Stoneham parish .Take a tour around the church and graveyard and hear interesting stories of past people and events .
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| 2pm Sunday 28th October 2012 | Botley Village WalkA further chance to explore the old village of Botley and learn more of its people and buildings from times past.
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| 2pm Sunday 4th November 2012 | Autumn Walk in the Woods of Valley Park.Come and enjoy a longer walk ,take in the colour and majesty of trees in the woodland within and adjacent to the Valley Park housing areas .
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| 10:30am Sunday 2nd December 2012 | Strawberry Trail - Hamble to BursledonThe 2012 walks end with a riverside trip from Hamble to Bursledon alongside the east bank of the Hamble river, then back to Hamble via part of the Strawberry Trail .Wear suitable footwear for rough path surfaces.
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