The gems of northern Portsmouth

Walk preview

Step 1: Welcome to Hilsea Station! Begin your journey by turning right onto Airport Service Road.

Step 2: You’re on your way! Continue ahead and you’ll soon spot The Range.

Step 3: Almost there…

Step 4: There it is, The Range. If you need a coffee break or toilet facilities, you’ll find them on the first floor.

Step 5: Ready to continue? Head towards the roundabout. Can you see the two blue, rather bizarre-looking pillars?

Step 6: Let’s take a closer look. These pillars are the remaining parts of a former gas holder from the Rudmore Gasworks.

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Hilsea Lines Woodland History Tour
Hilsea, Portsmouth
- 1hr 20m / 3km
- 31
Hilsea Lines also known as Foxes Wood on the outskirts of Portsea Island. Learn about the military history and wildlife of the area.
Hidden Gem Hilsea lines
Hilsea, Portsmouth
- 1 hour / 1.3km
- 38
A relaxing walk around the hidden beauty of Portsmouth
Hilsea Lines
Portsmouth
- 1hr 10m / 1.8km
- 51
A wooded walk down Hilsea lines
Great wildlife farlington marshes
Drayton and Farlington Ward, Portsmouth
- 1hr 20m / 8.3km
- 5
A stroll through Drayton and Farlington Ward, Portsmouth
Rubbing posts trail
Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth
- 19 minutes / 1.6km
- 0
A short trail of 18 rubbing posts suitable for children. Please bring your own paper and pencils.
Wildflower West Walk Part 1
Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth
- 1hr 10m / 5.7km
- 1
Visit the wildflower west of Portsdown Hill with spectacular views on this circular route.