Southampton's Riverside Park is a sprawling recreation area that hugs the eastern bank of the River Itchen. It's 32 acres (12.9 ha) includes football pitches, play areas and cricket pitches; it's perfect for families.

So close to numerous suburbs, the park is popular with locals to get out and enjoy nature. The Itchen is a particularly vibrant river and is home to plenty of wildlife. Birdlife is abundant in the area so keep an eye out and you might spot kingfishers, herons and plenty more.

Chris✶

December 30, 2020

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A beautiful park in the northeast of the city next to the River Itchen, great for family walks etc

Mista

February 23, 2021

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Slow jog and walk to Riverside Park then stop by bakery shop for some fresh cream doughnuts. Then walk passed Portswood.

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1. Riverside Park & Woodmill loop from St Denys Station

8.31km

02:07

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Riverside Park, Southampton – Itchen Riverside Path loop from Southampton Airport

4.81km

01:13

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Woodmill on the River Itchen – Riverside Park, Southampton loop from Bitterne Park

8.82km

02:17

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Southampton, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Riverside Park, Southampton

1. Riverside Park & Woodmill loop from St Denys Station

2. Riverside Park, Southampton – Itchen Riverside Path loop from Southampton Airport

3. Woodmill on the River Itchen – Riverside Park, Southampton loop from Bitterne Park

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