Guided Walk
RN Submarine Museum Car Park , Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AS
Please Note: Although these events are now both FULL you might like to book a place on No15. Halsar Peninsula ScootAbout AND WalkAbout (due to low take-up from scooters, these events now opened up for Walkers). N015 event is on Monday 16th Sept at 1130.
Enjoy insights to the military history and important landmarks of the Haslar Peninsula (a designated Conservation Area) from your Heritage Guide, Charlie, on this circular guided walk of 2.3 miles.
This southern tip of Gosport is surrounded by water on three sides. To the north is Haslar Lake, to the east is Portsmouth Harbour and to the south is the Solent. To the west is the Clayhall suburb. The flat and low lying land allows for wonderful long-distance views across the water.
Looking inland, the former Haslar Hospital dominates the environment with its mass of red brick buildings. Surrounding the hospital is a series of military establishments including the former HMS Hornet, Coastal Forces base, now housing the Royal Naval Sailing Association’s sailing club. There’s also the Victorian gunboat yard and ship testing tanks, along with the former submarine base at Blockhouse complete with the Submarine Escape Training Tower. Great photo opportunities throughout the walk.
There will be a mid-way stop at ‘The Fighting Cocks’ pub for refreshments/toilets. The walk finishes at the Millennium Walkway and ”WaterBus” jetty, close to the start point.
OPENING TIMES
Please note that this is an Event from 2019
BOOKING DETAILS
Book on line
Booking opens on 24 August at 0930
ACCESS
Please wear clothing and footwear suitable for terrain and weather. Children should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Toilets and refreshments are also available near the start and finish point at the Submarine Museum. Entry to The RN Submarine Museum is not included but can be purchased.
ORGANISED BY
Charles Hayward
MAP/DIRECTIONS (Approximate)
For travel information about how to get to and around Gosport, click here.
