River Wallington facts for kids

Map of the lower parts of the river as at late 19th century

The River as it passes through Fareham, Hampshire

The River Wallington is a lovely river in the south-east part of Hampshire, England. It flows in a gentle, winding path, first towards the west and then turning south. This river is an important natural waterway, especially as it flows into Portsmouth Harbour.

Where the River Wallington Begins

The River Wallington starts from several small streams. These streams begin both north and south of a town called Waterlooville. These little streams then flow west, curving around a place called Portsdown Hill.

The Journey of the River

As the river continues its journey, it flows into a special section that has been dammed. This creates a lake within the beautiful grounds of Southwick House. After the lake, the river flows through the charming village of Southwick.

The Beck Joins In

While in the Southwick area, the River Wallington gets a boost from another stream called The Beck. The Beck also starts from several small sources, like tiny branches on a tree. This type of pattern, where many small streams join together, is called "dendritic drainage." The Beck flows past small villages like Upper and Lower Beckford. You can even find Beckford Lane and Beckford Bridge there today, which was once a place where people could cross the stream easily.

The River's Path to the Sea

After The Beck joins, the River Wallington turns south. It flows past green fields and then through the large town of Fareham. Finally, the river reaches Wallington and flows into Portsmouth Harbour. It's the main natural river that feeds into this busy harbour.