Walks and guided tours
Walks and guided tours
200 acres to walk, explore and enjoy
With its rich history and array of habitats, Royal Victoria Country Park has something for everyone to enjoy.
View a map of the parkSelf-guided walks and trails
Pick up a park map at the Cedar Rooms shop and information point or at the Chapel reception and plan your own route through our country park footpaths.
Royal Victoria heritage trail
A 1.6 mile (2.5km) circular walk exploring the different parts of the former hospital site. Trail booklets can be purchased from the Chapel and park shops.
Netley Abbey village heritage trail
A 2.7 mile (4.5km) circular walk from the Chapel into and around Netley Abbey village, exploring the heritage of the village and its historic links to the Royal Victoria Hospital. Trail booklets can be purchased from the Chapel and park shops.
Guided walks
The Friends of Royal Victoria Country Park run regular guided heritage walks to the Netley Military Cemetery, around the Royal Victoria site and to the neighbouring village of Butlocks Heath. See our events calendar for more details.
Local walks
We’re proud to be part of a number of local walks and trails: