Shipwright’s Way (Portsmouth section)

This route is 12 miles long and runs from Alice Holt Forest near Farnham through villages and towns in east Hampshire. The last 5 miles are inside Portsmouth.

The name comes from the old journey of oak trees from Alice Holt to shipyards like Portsmouth for building ships. The route enters Portsmouth at the Hayling Ferry, then follows the coast of Portsea Island west to the Historic Dockyard.

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The Solent Way

A 60‑mile walking route from Milford on Sea to Emsworth Harbour. Much of it follows the Hampshire coast, including Portsmouth.

In Portsmouth, it starts at the Gosport Ferry, goes through Old Portsmouth, along the promenade, around the island, then north toward Farlington Marshes before heading out to Emsworth.

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Pilgrim’s Trail

A 155‑mile route following the steps of pilgrims who travelled to Normandy and to the shrine of St Swithun, teacher of Alfred the Great.

It enters Portsmouth from the north, runs past Hilsea, then follows the west coast of the island through Tipner and Stamshaw to finish at the International Ferry Port.

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Wayfarers Way

A 70‑mile route from Emsworth to Walbury Hill in Berkshire. The Portsmouth section runs along Portsdown Hill Road, giving spectacular views of the city from its highest point.

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