THE various locales of Hampshire have been explored in a new book that delves into the history of the wonderful county. 50 Gems gems of Hampshire by Peter Kilby contains insightful and intriguing information about the quieter areas of the county as well as its major conurbations. The following is a small taste of what the new book offers:
Southampton Common
Southampton Common is one of the best-known open spaces within the environs of the city, comparable with the city parks and vast waterfront. It sits neatly alongside the adjoining suburbs of Bassett to the north and Portswood and Swaythling to the east, where it meets the busy Hill Lane for the full length of its western boundary.