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Portsmouth Group

We are the Portsmouth 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 5.75 mile fairly flat walk from Netley railway station, through the Royal Victoria Country Park and along the shore of Southampton Water to Hamble village. Snacks and hot drinks available at the coffee stop on Hamble Quay, or bring your own refreshments. Return via the Hamble rail trail to Netley station. Some walking will be on loose shingle.

No need to book for this walk, just turn up in time for the start.  The walk will be at a moderate pace (not leisurely).

Saturday, 7 February 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.2km / 5.7mi
Ascent:
30.5m / 100ft
Type:
circular

Please note that the start time of 10.30 has been scheduled to coincide with the arrival at Netley station of the 09.46 train from Portsmouth and Southsea. Car parking is free.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 46424 08568
Nearest postcode:
SO31 5AY
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

Netley Railway Station car park, in front of the station. (Using the postcode with Satnav may take you to the rear carpark). From the Tesco roundabout at the top of Hamble Lane, cross 2 mini-roundabouts and 1 set of traffic lights. After 2 miles, at the roundabout take the second exit onto Hound Road. In 0.7 miles, cross the railway bridge and after 150 m follow the sign to Netley station on the left.

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