The Swaythling Circular

Walks, England, Hampshire, Southampton
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The Swaythling Circular

Swaythling

by myjourney

  • 2hr 20m / 4.7km
  • 69

A circular route with a pub along the way. River views, playgrounds, park life and a ton of history and wildlife along the way. Enjoy!

  • Public toilets
  • Picnic spot
  • Refreshments
  • Dog friendly
  • Great views
  • Water feature

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  1. Start at Swaythling station, once an hour from Southampton Central or hop on the bus here. Turn left out of the station.

    Step 1: Start at Swaythling station, once an hour from Southampton Central or hop on the bus here. Turn left out of the station.

  2. Walk down Wessex Lane.

    Step 2: Walk down Wessex Lane.

  3. The footpath continues on the right had side of the road as you walk down. Bear right as you walk around and continue on this road.

    Step 3: The footpath continues on the right had side of the road as you walk down. Bear right as you walk around and continue on this road.

  4. As you continue along Wessex Way, you will come across some of the halls of Uni of Southampton Campus.

    Step 4: As you continue along Wessex Way, you will come across some of the halls of Uni of Southampton Campus.

  5. Cross over the road to see South Stoneham House which was constructed in the late 18th century. It is attributed to Nicholas Hawksmoor.

    Step 5: Cross over the road to see South Stoneham House which was constructed in the late 18th century. It is attributed to Nicholas Hawksmoor.

  6. Step 6: The building is owned by the Uni of Southampton, and was previously used as a hall of residence. It currently stands empty at the minute which is a bit of a shame.

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