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. 

News and social events 

Walking Partnership

Southampton Ramblers are proud to be affiliated to the Walking Partnership. www.rambleworldwide.co.uk which supports the walking community in the UK through local walking clubs and societies.  Help support our group by booking your walking holidays with Ramble Worldwide and nominate Southampton Ramblers when booking to ensure we receive vital funds through The Walking Partnership.

Southampton Group on The News!
In December we were approached by ITV Meridian who were preparing a news report on the “number of steps necessary in order to stay fit and that walking just 7,000 steps a day can lower the risk of serious health problems”. We agreed on the Friday morning walk, being led by Mark from Netley on December 12th, as being appropriate. Several of the participants were interviewed prior to the start, and then the group were filmed – more than once! - as Mark led off. The report appeared on ITV Meridian evening news on Thursday 8th January – well done to everyone involved.

Titanic walking tour
Following the success of the vaults walk, Kim has arranged another walk in Southampton. This will take in locations associated with the Titanic and will take place close to the anniversary of the sinking – on Tuesday 14th April, starting at 11am. The last date for booking will be Friday 10th April. The start point will be at a central point in Southampton; Kim will decide the best location and advise the members who book. The cost will be £10. Proceeds to the social fund. A booking form is at the end of this newsletter.

Evening Meal at Coriander Lounge, Thursday 26th March
An evening meal has been organised for Thursday 26th March at the Coriander Lounge Indian Restaurant, High Street. Southampton (opposite Holyrood Church), arriving at 7pm in time to start eating at 7.30. A table for 12 - 20 people has been reserved. No booking form required. Please reserve your place[s] by contacting Kim Golder at kimdecgolder@gmail.com / text to 07717 852997 Bookings will close on Sunday 22nd March. You will be contacted by Kim to select your meal choices, by email in the first instance. Payment directly to the restaurant, by customers, on the evening. The present menu can be seen on the restaurant website www.corianderlounge.com

Walk leaders
We are always very grateful for new leaders; please talk to a committee member or existing leader if you would like to help.

Walk leader training
In July last year Ramblers announced that all walk leaders must either undertake the training modules on the website, or confirm their experience and self-certify, in order to continue leading. Our leaders have responded very well and nearly all our active leaders have registered and will be able to continue leading for the Group. A big thank you to all these leaders who are ensuring that we will still be able to offer such a full programme of walks.