Embrace the healing power of nature during Mental Health Awareness Week 2021. Discover the tranquility of Hampshire's scenic trails, where the simple act of walking can become a journey towards better mental well-being.
Mental Health Awareness Week is a theme this year based on connecting with nature
Over the next seven days, the Mental Health Foundation is encouraging people to share stories, pictures and videos across social media in an attempt to raise awareness, start conversations and improve mental health.
- Around one in eight people in Test Valley suffer from depression, and 13.1% have had a diagnosis of depression in 2019-20.
Hannington Cottingtons Hill Walk
Route distance: 4.5 miles. Start point: Village Green.
- Spectacular views extend south and west from For Down, and north and south from Michael’s Field. During most seasons you can see skylarks, yellowhammers, fieldfares and redwings.
Longparish
The valley is about half a mile wide, flanked by low ridges, with Harewood Forest to the north and west.
- An excellent network of footpaths, including part of the Test Way, links the settlements. The paths provides some memorable views of the old cottages, the landscape and the river.
