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What we do

We offer over 250 walks a year which include the Test Valley, Meon Valley, New Forest, Eastleigh and Winchester districts. During the summer months, our all-day walks can venture in to the neighbouring counties of Dorset, Wiltshire, Berkshire and West Sussex. (Photo Martin F).

Social events 

Southampton Ramblers 70th Anniversary Saturday 6 July

A successful celebration was held at The Flowerpots Cheriton on Saturday 6 July. There were walks in the morning and afternoon and a lunch in the middle. A slideshow of activities over 70 years accompanied the lunch and was followed by speeches and excellent cake. 

Coach Trip Sunday 15 September

The Southampton Ramblers Coach Trip to Dorking and Polesdon Lacey took place on Sunday 15 September. The weather was kind to us. We walked in  the scenic countryside of the Surrey Hills and there was also an option for some to look round Polesdon Lacey. A very enjoyable day out. 

Walking Partnership

This is a scheme operated by Ramble Worldwide (formerly Ramblers Worldwide Holidays). When members of a Ramblers group book a holiday with them and nominates a group, the company donates to that group’s funds; groups receive the donations twice a year. In the year ended 30th September 2023 Southampton Group has benefitted by £520. In October a further £350 was received covering the April to September 2023 holiday period. Thank you to Ramble Worldwide, and to our members who nominate our group when making their bookings.

Footpaths

Southampton Ramblers have provided a donation of £600 for a kissing gate to replace the last stile along Bishop’s Waltham Footpath 43 as it leaves the parish to continue into Durley. 

Could you lead a walk?

If you are interested in leading a walk or would like support in walk leading, please contact us. Training is available. Please contact the Membership Secretary. We can also help with ideas for a walk, practical help with planning and recceing and support on the walk itself.  

Local walk sources: 

  • Ramblers Routes (on the Ramblers website and Ramblers App)  

  • Walking Apps e.g. Outdooractive, OS Maps, Komoot, Alltrails  

  • Pub walk books  

  • OS Maps; the main ones for our area are OL22 (New Forest), OL3 (Meon Valley), OL32 (Winchester) and EX131 (Romsey Andover and Test Valley)  

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