The free event will take place on Sunday, September 6, as part of CPRE’s national Love Your Countryside campaign. Led by CPRE Hampshire, the walk will explore the landscapes where the town meets the North Hampshire Downs, inviting residents to rediscover the value of the countryside on Basingstoke’s doorstep. North Hampshire Downs near Basingstoke. (Image: CPRE Hampshire)Alison Talbot, operations manager at CPRE Hampshire, said: "Our On the Edge walk is a chance to discover the beautiful countryside where Basingstoke meets the North Hampshire Downs, meet others who care about these special places and explore why they matter for nature, farming and local communities. The 7.5-mile route will explore the often-overlooked countryside surrounding Basingstoke, revealing landscapes that are rich in wildlife and support farming, local production and people’s wellbeing.