Greenways

Greenways are ribbons of open space that follow stream valleys. They form valuable breaks in the built up area and in some cases reach out into the open countryside beyond. They provide areas for recreation enhance Southampton’s landscape and provide sanctuary for much of the wildlife that visit people’s gardens.

The greenways are sites of importance for nature conservation (SINC) which means they are areas that are of critical importance for nature conservation within the city. They are irreplaceable and deserve the strongest nature conservation measures.

Southampton has eight greenways which you can walk. Their locations can be found via the Google map below. Route descriptions are available for each of the greenways to assist your walk.

The eight greenways are:-

Bassett Wood Greenway
Broadlands Valley Greenway
Lordsdale Greenway
Lord’s Wood Greenway
Monk’s Brook Greenway
Rollesbrook Greenway
Shoreburs Greenway
Westwood Greenway

Find your local park by using Google maps.

Use the scroll keys + or - to zoom in or zoom out. Use your mouse cursor to drag the map around in any direction. If you want to see a larger map then click on the link provided underneath the map.