Itchen Valley Country Park

With 440 acres of woodland and meadows to explore, the Park is an ideal place for a family day out. There are children's parks, bridleways, river walks, waymarked trails, a Visitor Centre and two barbeques for hire. There are also specific trails for dog walkers and cyclists. The Forest Trail is suitable for people with special needs, and a wheelchair is available to borrow from the Visitor Centre. Park open every day. Contact Eastleigh Countryside Service for info on High Wood Barn Visitor Centre, shop and cafe. How to find us: Nearest junctions to the M27 are Junction 5 from the west or Junction 7 from the east.  Follow brown tourist signs to the Park on the A27 (towards West End) from either direction. Opening times The Park gates open at 8.30am every day and close at 7.00pm during GMT and 9.30pm during BST.