Walks & Outdoors Events in Portsmouth
71 upcoming walks & outdoors events
Portsmouth's walks and outdoors scene offers a unique blend of maritime history and coastal charm. Explore the city's rich past with guided walks around historic dockyards and fortifications like Fort Nelson and Beneath Fort Southwick, where centuries of naval stories unfold. Discover hidden gems and scenic routes along the coastline, offering fresh sea air and picturesque views. Whether you're drawn to the intellectual stimulation of museum-led explorations at Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery or the relaxed atmosphere of events at Boathouse 4, there's always something new to discover. Embrace the opportunity to connect with Portsmouth's heritage and natural beauty on foot.
As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 71 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Portsmouth, South East England, including 9 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Forest School Training Level 3 Hampshire September 2026
📍 Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve
SOLD OUTChichester After Dark - Ghost Tour
📍 Chichester Cross
Sold out at source
Defences & Discovery: Fort Nelson Revealed | Guided Tour
📍 Fort Nelson
Open Morning – No need to book
Dusk Walking Tour of Fowey, Cornwall
📍 Caffa Mill Car Park benches overlooking ferry slip
SOLD OUTGuided Bat Walk at The Wildgrounds, Gosport
📍 Wildgrounds Nature Reserve
Sold out at source
Old Portsmouth Guided Walk
£16.96
FREEWeekly Litter Picking Session
📍 Hilsea Station
'Natures Hidden Stories' Photography Walk
📍 Hilsea Station
Woods & Weald: South Downs of East Hampshire
📍 Queen Elizabeth Country Park Visitor Centre
£11.53 - £33.16
FREE'Hilsea Through a Lens' Photography Walk
📍 Hilsea Station
Beginner Friendly Photography Walk in Emsworth
£10.00 - £20.00
Old Portsmouth Guided Walk
£16.96
Champagne, Stars and Stokey
📍 Ventnor Arts Club
£16.58 - £19.78
FREEBoathouse 4 Event - Pontoon Open Weekend - Portsmouth 100 (October)
📍 Boathouse 4
FREEWalking tour of Quarr Abbey Ruins - 3 Oct, 11am - 1.5 Miles (Donation)
📍 Quarr Abbey
ALONG THE SHORE
📍 Meeting Point - Outside the D-Day Story
£15.00
Cornwall Wildlife Trust AGM 2026 (and optional Wildlife Walk)
📍 Shire House
FREEWalking tour of Quarr Abbey Ruins - 3 Oct, 2.30pm - 1.5 Miles (Donation)
📍 Quarr Abbey
Murder Mystery – interactive murder mystery event
📍 Staggeringly Good Brewery
SOLD OUTSquirrel Valley Trail - 4 Oct - 3.5 Miles (Donation)
📍 Naturezones
Sold out at source
FREEAppley Tree ID Walk - 4 October 1.5 Miles (Free)
📍 Appley Park Long Stay Car Park
SOLD OUTQueen Victoria's Island Visitors - 4 Oct - 1.5 Miles (Donation)
📍 OUTSIDE the vehicle entrance to Osborne House, opposite the Prince of Wales pub car park
Sold out at source
SOLD OUTCowes Maritime History: A Ropey Tale - 5 Oct, 9am
📍 Watch House Shelter next to Cowes RNLI Station
Sold out at source
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Walks & Outdoors Events in Portsmouth — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant walks & outdoors scene in Portsmouth with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates walks & outdoors events from across Portsmouth, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many walks & outdoors events are on in Portsmouth?
There are currently 71 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Portsmouth. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming walks & outdoors in the city.
Are there free walks & outdoors events in Portsmouth?
Yes — 9 of the current walks & outdoors listings in Portsmouth are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find walks & outdoors events in Portsmouth this weekend?
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How often are walks & outdoors listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new walks & outdoors events for Portsmouth three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Walks & Outdoors Events in Portsmouth — Your Complete Guide
Portsmouth's outdoors and walking events calendar is a revelation, particularly for those who assume that city life means being cut off from nature. The city is surrounded by parks, canals, rivers, hills and green corridors that host a year-round programme of guided walks, nature days, cycling events and outdoor adventures.
Guided walks in and around Portsmouth cover everything from urban history and street art tours to wildflower foraging, birdwatching mornings, canal towpath ambles, and challenging hill walks in the surrounding countryside. Many are led by passionate local experts who bring the landscape alive with stories, ecology and history.
Running events, cycling sportives, wild swimming gatherings, and outdoor boot camps make use of the city's natural assets in a more active way, drawing participants of all fitness levels. Park runs — free, timed 5K events held every Saturday morning — are enormously popular and require only a free registration.
Outdoor events in Portsmouth are best enjoyed with appropriate footwear and clothing for changeable British weather. Many guided walks are free or donation-based, making them one of the most accessible activities in the city. Conservation volunteer days, clean-up events and citizen science projects also feature regularly in the Portsmouth outdoors calendar, combining fresh air with community purpose.