Southampton Common

The Avenue, Southampton SO15 7NN

Rating:4.6

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Description

Wildlife centre, rare crested newts and a historic graveyard in a popular public park.

From the business

Identifies as women-owned

Service options

On-site services

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Activities

Hiking

Amenities

Picnic tables
Public toilet
Slides
Swings

Children

Good for kids
Good for kids birthday
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground

Pets

Dog park
Dogs allowed

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Reviews

Southampton Common is a beautiful and expansive green space in the heart of the city. It offers a peaceful escape with its scenic ponds, lush gardens, and wide-open lawns. The park is well-maintained and perfect for picnics, leisurely walks, or a relaxing day out with family and friends. There's a fantastic playground for kids, as well as plenty of space for outdoor sports and activities. With its diverse wildlife and natural beauty, Southampton Common is a true gem and a great spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy nature.

Published 6 months ago

Dog and child friendly. A little piece of the countryside in the middle of a town. Love it. Ideal for walks, picnics, ball games, play park etc. enjoy a walk around the old Southampton Cemetery with its historical graves!

Published 9 months ago

Went to the common for a "let's rock" concert. Great place to host these events

Published 6 months ago

Let's Rock is excellent but Council should make more use of the common like central park NYC.

Published 6 months ago

Attended a Let's Rock event 2024. I walked across the comman to the event from the university campus. It was extremely clean with a very big pond in the centre. Lots of good quality pathways. Very relaxed atmosphere. Ideal place for a family picnic, taking a stroll, seating to enjoy the area, or reading a book. There are lots of runners there, too.

Published 7 months ago

I love this place! It's always so peaceful and helps me cleanse my head. I especially enjoy seeing the ducks and swans around the pond in the middle. It's indeed a lovely place. It's next to a busy road but you can never hear the cars which is always a bonus.

Published a year ago