The Waterfront Trail at Hardway offers a picturesque stroll along Gosport’s historic coastline. From sweeping views of Portsmouth Harbour to tales of shipbuilding, this trail reveals Gosport’s maritime legacy.

Facts:

1. Hardway was once a bustling dockyard for repairing ships.
2. During D-Day, Hardway Slipway was a key embarkation point for troops.
3. The trail includes information boards about shipbuilding and wartime efforts.
4. Imagine the sight from Hardway slipway centuries ago, the view of ‘Prison Hulks’ with poor souls awaiting transportation to Australia.
5. It’s a favourite spot for local anglers.
6. The name “Hardway” originates from the Old English term for a “hard landing place.”

Download – Gosport Waterfront Trail Guide