At the far western edge of Hampshire is this must do walk for families with a huge sandpit to explore, a ford to paddle in and plenty of New Forest ponies.

The River Test gently flows through Chilbolton Cow Common with a wide, shallow ford. There are some excellent riverside pubs in the area, making this an ideal weekend walk.

A there and back again walk along an old railway track and a path that crosses over gently flowing tributaries of The River Test. The shallow crystal clear waters are perfect for a cooling paddle.

Not far from the A3, Bramshott Common is an easy place to explore with the family and just next door, the National Trust manage Waggoners Wells with it’s three ponds. This walk includes both areas and is particularly enjoyable in the Autumn.

In the summer months West Wittering pulls the crowds for its spectacular sand, but at the far end of this stretch of beach is a National Trust managed nature reserve with a special sand dune habitat, which makes a wonderful walk all year round.

The virgin waters of the River Itchen wind their way through the picturesque village of Cheriton. Follow them on this walk through the surrounding farmland.

An easy walk through the Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that takes you to the clear meadow waters, perfect for a paddle.