Southampton is a place that has plenty of great options for walks within close proximity, and what better time to explore them than around spring?
With the weather warming up and flowers coming into bloom walkers should be able to enjoy wonderful sights along these trails.
We've rounded up some options for spring walks in and around Southampton that you could give a try.
5 of the best spring walks near Southampton
Lordswood Circular
Full route details and a map can be found on the AllTrails website here.
The Lordswood Circular is a relatively easy walk at 5.5km which should take around an hour and 25 minutes to complete.
Views of the pine forests along this route are described as "beautiful" and people are advised to keep an eye out for wildflowers in the springtime.
The profile adds: "You can explore the nature by foot or bike and enjoy all the wildlife around you."
Woolston and Hamble Rail Trail
Full route details and a map can be found on the AllTrails website here.
The Woolston and Hamble Rail Trail is considered to be an easy walk which is 11.3km long and takes around two hours and 20 minutes to complete.
This trail leads you from Woolston to Hamble-le-Rice, taking in a section of the Hamble Rail Trail before heading back.
You will take in places such as the Rolling Mills, Netley Castle, Netley Abbey, and Royal Victoria Country Park along the way.
Rownhams Wood and Chilworth Conservation Area
Full route details and a map can be found on the AllTrails website here.
This 5.8km route from Rownhams Wood to Chilworth and back is considered to be fairly easy and should take around an hour and a half to complete.
The route takes you through Forestry Commission land and then past Chilworth Golf Course.
The profile adds: "It’s a beautiful woodland walk that is within easy reach for locals and visitors alike, due to its proximity to the M27".
Lordswood and Chilworth Common Circular
Full route details and a map can be found on the AllTrails website here.
The Lordswood and Chilworth Common Circular is described as a moderately challenging route which is 9.5km in length and should take around two hours and 20 minutes to complete.
It adds: "Starting and finishing at the Chilworth Arms this walk takes you past some stunning houses and through lush forest with plenty of wildlife to spot, all within close proximity of Southampton."
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Copythorne Common and Tatchbury Mount
Full route details and a map can be found on the AllTrails website here.
The Copythorne Common and Tatchbury Mount walk is a moderately challenging route that is 7.7km long and should take just under two hours to complete.
It adds: "This is a pleasant and varied trail taking you from Calmore, through Gipsies Fir Plantation, over Golden Gutter Farm, past Copythorne Common, and back to the start via Tatchbury Mount, the site of an Iron Age hill fort, and the town streets and parks.
"Take care on the rougher sections of this trail, especially in wetter conditions, as well as along the roads."
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