The best Hampshire walks to beat that New Year's Day hangover

Across Hampshire, there are an array of routes for all types of people. From long walks for a seasoned hiker to short loops for the more casual walker.

For this reason, the Echo has put together a list of some of our favourite walks to burn off those New Year's Day hangovers.

The southern end of the eastern walls

The Old Town Walls

This walk loops around the city centre, taking in the local history and sights.

It measures 3.9km, with a lot to keep you interested as you delve into the city's past.

There are over 90 listed buildings and more than 30 ancient monuments scattered around.

If you get thirsty or peckish on your walk, then fear not, as there are several places where you can stop to pick up a takeaway.

Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes

Keyhaven Marshes

Views as far away as the Isle of Wight and the Needles are on offer on this walk that starts at Keyhaven Green bus stop and runs along a section of the Solent Way.

There is also the opportunity to watch some of the birdlife in the area at Kayhaven Marshes, before moving further inland on to an ancient highway behind the reserve.

This walk runs along gravel footpaths and quiet country lanes for 4 miles with Henry VIII's coastal fort, Hurst Castle close by.

Views of Southampton StockABP cruise terminal and the Red Funnel at Town Quay and Mayflower Park and the Royal Pier.

Waterfront Walk

This walk takes about one hour, running from the Solent Sky Aviation Museum all the way to Mayflower Memorial.

Although most businesses are currently closed, the walk still offers a range of sights and unique spots to visit.

If you get tired and want to take a break, Mayflower Park is a good place to just sit down and watch the boats sail by.

The Test Way.

The Test Way

This is a 44-mile long hike that takes you from the chalk downs at Inkpen, all the way down the River Test to Eling.

It is divided into eight sections to offer a choice of which one you want to tackle.

The walk passes through some of Hampshire's most historical villages and offers many places to stop on the way for refreshments.

Views of the wildlife and plantlife are on offer here, as you cross over the river multiple times on the journey.

Royal Victoria Country Park. Photo by: Daily Echo Camera Club member, Antony Lowe.

Hound and Netley Abbey

Measuring around one and a half miles, this route is easily accessible as it begins close to Netley Station. Heading down to past Netley Lodge Close walkers can pick up a marked path that leads to Seaview.

Continuing through the estate to New Road the walk then turns left to an unmarked path leading to Sedgemead Flats onto Victoria Road and eventually to the foreshore and Netley Hard.

Walkers will have views over Southampton Water and the nearby Sophie’s Pond where species of wildfowl can be found and after entering Royal Victoria Country Park, there will also be sites of Netley Chapel and the site of the Military Hospital.

To return to the start point, walk to Hound Road at the rear entrance to the park where there is an unmarked path leading back to the station. built in 1856 under influence of Florence Nightingale. Bear left and emerge onto Hound Road via the rear entrance.