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Southampton

My hometown. Not glamorous but it has its moments.

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Drink

The Hobbit Pub

Lords of the Rings themed pub, very cool.

The Joiners

Famous music venue.

Spots

Guildhall Square

Next level people watching spot. Peaceful flatground skateboarding all day long.

Free modern art gallery. Rotates exhibitions frequently and have seen some cool, very random things here.

Another free art gallery with a good library for study attached.

Mayflower Park

Nice park with view of the Solent and usually a massive cruise ship too.

Southampton Common

Genuinely impressive park for its size and central location.

Lords Wood

Good walks here.

New Forest

Nearby national park with wild horses.

Beatnik Emporium

Reasonably priced vintage clothing. Good variety and selection.

Ocean Village

Nice area to walk around.

Vinilo Record Store

Fancy record store.

Daytrips

New Forest

Wild horses!

Portsmouth

Not supposed to recommend but its actually not that bad :)

Winchester

A really charming city steeped in history. Cathedral green is amazing in summer.

Lepe

Good walking and some fresh air.

Bournemouth Beach

Closest proper beach. 40 minute train and a short walk from Southampton Central.