Just north of Winchester, this ancient beech woodland is one of the finest places in Hampshire to enjoy Spring bluebells. Be sure to look our for the resident population of muntjac deer.

Nore Wood is part of the wider Slindon Estate, managed by The National Trust. It features a Grade II listed folly and thousands of bluebells in season.

The Canal Centre at Mytchett is an excellent place to explore The Basingstoke Canal. You will find plenty here to entertain the whole family including this easy walk around the tow path.

Crab Wood is a fine example of ancient coppiced woodland and this makes it the perfect habitat for bluebells. Come in spring for one of the best displays in Hampshire.

Just within the boundary of The South Downs National Park, Selborne is an attractive village with 267 acres of countryside looked after The National Trust. This walk follows the Short and Long Lythe, passes three ponds and returns through woodland.

Ashford Hangers comprises 323 acres of wooded hillside, much of it beech trees. The views from the top are well worth the climb and this is also one of the best places to find wild garlic in Hampshire.

Nestled on the edge of The South Downs, Clanfield has woodland splashed with bluebells in spring and a park where children will want to stay all afternoon.

Kingley Vale, near Chichester, is one of the UK’s original national nature reserves with some of the oldest trees in the country. It is a truly atmospheric place to walk, and as well as the grove of ancient trees, you will also find spectacular views that stretch as far as the sea.

The short walk here always seems to take us hours as the children are so busy feeding the ducks, climbing the tree trunks, splashing in the ford, making dens and enjoying what feels like one natural playground to them.