Welcome to Blackdown

Blackdown is a beautiful and serene place located in the county of Hampshire. It is a part of the South Downs National Park and is known for its stunning views and picturesque landscapes. The area is covered with heathland, woodland, and grassland, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and hikers. The Blackdown Hill is the highest point in the park, and from the top, one can see the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and reptiles, making it a perfect spot for nature enthusiasts.

The Blackdown area has a rich history and is home to several ancient monuments and landmarks. The Iron Age hill fort of Blackdown Rings is one of the most significant landmarks in the area. The fort is believed to have been built around 500 BC and was used as a defensive structure during the Roman invasion. The area is also home to several other ancient monuments, including the Devil's Jumps, a group of three Bronze Age burial mounds, and the Temple of the Winds, a 19th-century folly built by the Duke of Cumberland.

Blackdown is a popular destination for tourists and visitors from all over the world. The area offers a range of activities, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The park has several well-marked trails that take visitors through the stunning landscapes and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The area is also home to several quaint villages and towns, including Liphook, Haslemere, and Petersfield, which offer a range of accommodation options, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, and self-catering cottages. Overall, Blackdown is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty and tranquility of the Hampshire countryside.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 14.2°C

Feels Like: 12.9°C

Wind: 10.7 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School Details
Old Basing Infant School
Community School
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Tracey Mccarley
Milkingpen Lane
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 7DL
01256325704
School Website
Rucstall Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ruth Griffiths
Holbein Close
Black Dam
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 3EX
01256466524
School Website
St Marys Church Of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Ms Caroline Welch
Belle Vue Road
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 7DE
01256465092
School Website
The Costello School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Kirsty Protheroe
Crossborough Hill
London Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 4AL
01256321263
School Website
Queen Mary's College
Academy 16-19 Converter
Ages:16-19
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Henderson
Cliddesden Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 3HF
1256417500
School Website
Inclusion School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Matthew Atkinson
Bridgwater House
Jays Close
Basingstoke
RG22 4BS
1256437177
School Website
Fairfields Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kelly Dillon
Council Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 3DH
01256473886
School Website
St Johns Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Angela Nicholls
Kingsmill Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 3JU
01256324121
School Website
Cliddesden Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kenneth Davies
Cliddesden
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG25 2QU
01256321571
School Website
Great Binfields Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Nicola Lyddon
Binfields Farm Lane
Chineham
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 8AJ
01256460532
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Basingstoke
Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
2.60 Miles
Hook
Station Approach / Road, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9HS
4.06 Miles
Bramley (Hampshire)
Sherfield Road, Bramley, Hampshire, RG26 5AG
5.77 Miles
Winchfield
Station Road, Winchfield, Hampshire, RG27 8BX
6.30 Miles
Alton
Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
7.21 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Taxi Bookings
01256 479930
2 Lyn Ct, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 4PY
1.98 Miles
All Journeys Taxi Basingstoke
07979 472298
2 Lyn Court, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 4PY
1.98 Miles
J D R Carz
01256 333344
Mark Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7PB
2.27 Miles
G R Cars Ltd
01256 462300
Guardian House/Stroudley Rd, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8NL
2.34 Miles
Elite Cars Hampshire Ltd
01256 321111
May Place, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7NX
2.35 Miles
A1 Cars
01256 322020
Lower Ground, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7BE
2.39 Miles
J D R Cars
01256 333344
3 Badgers Bank, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8RT
2.39 Miles
Alpha Cars
01256 844444
9 New Street, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7DE
2.46 Miles
Ace Travel
07879 641618
6 Sylvia Close, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3ND
2.46 Miles
Ace Taxis
01256 808666
6 Sylvia Cl, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3ND
2.46 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Polecat Corner
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Tunworth
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London Road
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Hackwood
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Mapledurwell Cross Roads
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Mapledurwell
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Fairthorne Rise
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Belle Vue Road
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Byfleet Estate
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Black Dam Holbein Close
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Black Dam Way
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Old Basing Village
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Winslade
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The Street
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Poynings Cresent
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Old Basing Surgery
2 Linden Court
Linden Avenue
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 7HS
Old Basing Surgery (Manor Lane)
Manor Lane
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 7DG
Lychpit Surgery
01256 469677
Great Binfields Road
Lychpit
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 8TF
Festival Place - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Unit 53-54
Upper Ground
Festival Place
Basingstoke
RG21 7BF
Festival Place - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Unit 53-54
Upper Ground
Festival Place
Basingstoke
RG21 7BF
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Local Stores

Old Basing - Linden Avenue
Linden Avenue
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 7HR
01256 362845
Store Website
1.31 miles
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SPAR - Elite Garages Odiham
London Rd
Hook
RG27 9DZ
01256 769587
Store Website
4.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dower Equine Clinic
The Dower Farm
Upton Grey
Hampshire
RG25 2LZ
01628 627370
cskov.vet@gmail.com
1.60 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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The Moores Orthopaedic Clinic
Manor Farm Yard
Upton Grey
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG25 2RQ
01256 632100
info@mooresortho.com
Website
1.91 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Referrals only
Client car park

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Dogs

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A The Barn Animal Hospital
Paynes Meadow
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 8AD
01256 329522
reception@barnvets.co.uk
Website
2.38 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Brunswick Place Veterinary Clinic
Brunswick Place
Cranbourne Lane
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 3NN
01256 473371
brunswickplacevets@gmail.com
2.65 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Medivet Basingstoke
Unit 23 Chineham Shopping Centre
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 8BQ
Website
2.73 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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Gp Vets Ltd
65 Worting Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 8YX
01256 465409
basingstoke@gpvets.com
Website
2.90 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Crabtree Plantation
Contains Wooded Areas To Walk Dogs And Also A Path Route Which Overlooks Fields Available To Walk Through.
M3
Lancashire
1.32 miles

Location
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Old Basing And The Loddon River Hampshire
2 Bartons Ln
Old Basing
Basingstoke
Lancashire
RG24 8AN
1.93 miles

Park At Millstone Pub Rg24 8Ae
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Butter Wood
Greywell Rd
2.13 miles

Park Opposite Church At Up Natley
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Rotherwick
From The Church Follow The Footpath Behind And Across The Filed Across The Little Lane And Through The Horse Paddock And Continue Along Footpath That Bears Off To The Right Along Edge Of Field That Runs Parallel To Street. Come Out Into Eedmans Lane Turn Left And Take Footpath To Dark Wood But Turn Right To Head Behind Houses On Wedmans Lane. Turn Right When You Reach The Road And Right Again To Head Back Up The Street To The Start.
86 The St
Rotherwick
Hook
RG27 9BG
4.50 miles

Park Near Church.
Location
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Sherfield On Loddon
There Is A Area Of Commons Here That Make A Nice Loop. From Carpark Walk Clockwise Around The Common To The Ponds Then Loop Back. Walk A Little Way Up Bramley Road To Pick Up Footpath That Loops Around The Back Of The Housing. Cross A33 It Is Then Possible To Nip Into Access Road For Hotel To Walk Back To Village Centre.
Weston House
Reading Rd
Sherfield On Loddon
Hook
RG27 0BS
4.89 miles

There Is A Free Carpark On The Edge Of The Green.
Location
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Sherfield River Loddon
Lovely Walk Through Nice Quiet Countryside. Follow The River Loddon For Miles. Plenty Of Entrances Into The River For All Breeds And Sizes. Park At Longbridge Mill Public House For Refreshments And Great Food After A Long Walk. At Times There May Be Cattle In The Fields So Beware If Your Dog Doesn’T Get On Well With Cows. Absolutely Stunning Countryside.
Hook
5.09 miles

Park In Longbridge Mill Car Park And Follow Route Into Field On Picture I Have Added
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Weather Forecast

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