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Eastleigh Group

We are the Eastleigh Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

A 10 mile walk, initially following the England Coast Path via Portchester Castle and Wicor Marina.  Continue via Cams Bay and Fareham Lake to Cams Mill.  Then up Portsdown Hill past Fort Nelson and the Nelson Monument with superb views.  After a short descent we have a steep climb to Fort Southwick before our final descent into Portchester.

We will stop for drinks and picnic lunch at suitable locations.

Note slightly later start (10.15) to fit in with train arrival times at Portchester.

No booking required.

Saturday, 7 March 2026
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
175m / 574ft
Type:
circular

If travelling by train, the 09.31 from Eastleigh arrives at 09.55, or the 09.20 from Southampton Central arrives at 09.49.  From the Station, it is a 5 minute walk down through the precinct to the car park.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 61762 05523
Nearest postcode:
PO16 9UZ
what3words:
oddly.enter.mole
Start time:
10:15 am

Portchester Precinct Long Stay Car Park (free). Meet near the Public Toilets. The X4, X5 and 3 bus stop at the precinct.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking