Southampton Common's Hidden Past

Experience this gentle circuit around the ancient Common of Southampton, highlighting points of interest unbeknown to many Sotonians. This easy traffic-free trundle takes in many of the Common's attractions, including the Hawthorns Nature Study Centre & cafe (which many years ago used to be a zoo), the children's playground, and cycle centre training track where you can return to practice your road skills, ornamental lake & boat lake, and the cattle pound. At just three and a half miles, this route is perfect for beginners and families alike.