Welcome to Bowling Alley

Bowling Alley is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. The village is known for its picturesque countryside and charming atmosphere. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. The village is also home to several historic buildings, including a 12th-century church and a 17th-century manor house. The village has a small population of around 500 people, making it a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.

One of the main attractions of Bowling Alley is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by miles of rolling hills and green fields, making it an ideal destination for hiking and cycling. The village is also home to several nature reserves, including the Bowling Alley Nature Reserve, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and badgers. The village is also located near the South Downs National Park, which is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Another attraction of Bowling Alley is its rich history. The village is home to several historic buildings, including a 12th-century church and a 17th-century manor house. The church is dedicated to St. Mary and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and medieval architecture. The manor house, which is now a private residence, is a Grade II listed building and is considered one of the finest examples of Jacobean architecture in Hampshire. The village also has a rich agricultural history, with many of its residents working in farming and agriculture for generations.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Johns Primary And Nursery School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Kirsten Buist	Castle Way Southampton Hampshire SO14 2AU 02380226545 School Website
Hope Community School Southampton Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Wright	Central Hall, St Mary Street Southampton Hampshire SO14 1NF 2380385122 School Website
Southampton City College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Stannard	St Mary Street Southampton Hampshire SO14 1AR 2380484848
St Marys Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Daniel Constable-Phelps	Ascupart Street Southampton Hampshire SO14 1LU 02380223930 School Website
Southampton Solent University Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Julie Hall	East Park Terrace Southampton Hampshire SO14 0YN 2380319000 School Website
Fitrah Sips Other Independent School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Anas Al-Korj	55 Northumberland Road Southampton Hampshire SO14 0EJ 2380570849 School Website
The Polygon School Community Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Benjamin Penfold	Handel Terrace Southampton Hampshire SO15 2FH 02380636776 School Website
Maytree Nursery And Infants School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jan Goatley	Derby Road Southampton Hampshire SO14 0DY 02380630522 School Website
Woolston Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mr Simon Arthur	Florence Road Southampton Hampshire SO19 9DB 2380444447 School Website
St Annes Catholic School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss James Rouse	Carlton Road Southampton Hampshire SO15 2WZ 02380328200 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Southampton Central Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL 0.91 Miles

Woolston Garton Road, Woolston, Hampshire, SO19 2DJ 1.10 Miles

Sholing Station Road, Sholing, Hampshire, SO19 8HH 1.63 Miles

Bitterne Macnaghten Road, Bitterne, Hampshire, SO18 1GG 1.87 Miles

St Denys Osborne Road South, Portswood, Hampshire, SO17 2EZ 1.87 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Threeway Executive Travel 07946 577085 Royal Mail House/Terminus Ter, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3FD 0.15 Miles
Jeeves Of Hampshire 023 8022 2112 Old Bank Chambers, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3AA 0.21 Miles
West Quay Chauffeurs 023 8021 6102 5A City Commerce Centre, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3EW 0.33 Miles
West Quay Cars 023 8022 3450 5A City Commerce Centre, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3EW 0.33 Miles
Alamo Rent A Car 0871 384 9955 Unit J, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1GZ 0.57 Miles
Southampton Taxis Net 023 8000 5005 20 Craven Street, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 1AX 0.64 Miles
Southampton Taxi Co 07899 881155 36 Northbrook Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 0BU 0.84 Miles
Confetti Cars 023 8021 0233 46 London Rd, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2AH 1.00 Miles
Peartree Cars 023 8043 4439 15 Peartree Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7GU 1.09 Miles
Soton Airport Transfers 07775 707979 94 Cranbury Avenue, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 0LT 1.15 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Town Quay No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
St Marys Surgery	Telephone House High Street Southampton Hampshire SO14 2NW
Telephone House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	71 High Street Southampton SO14 2NW
St. Mary's Surgery 023 80333778	St.Mary's Surgery 1 Johnson Street Southampton Hampshire SO14 1LT
Solent Gp Surgery - Nicholstown	Royal South Hants Hospital Graham Road Southampton Hampshire SO14 0YG
Royal South Hants Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Brinton's Terrace Southampton SO14 0YG

Local Stores

Southampton - High Street
117 High Street
Southampton
Hampshire
SO14 2EA
02380 225539
Store Website
0.13 miles

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SPAR Riverside
Chapel Riverside
Southampton
SO14 5FZ
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Brook House Veterinary Centre
12 Landguard Road Shirley Southampton Hampshire SO15 5DJ 02380 228570 reception@brookhousevets.com Website 1.29 miles
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Southampton Pdsa Pet Hospital, The Joan Stainer Centre
40-46 Mount Pleasant Road Northam Southampton Hampshire SO14 0EG 02380 222622 Website 1.30 miles

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Pet Vet
116 Portsmouth Road Woolston Southampton Hampshire SO19 9AP 02380 443999 Website 1.60 miles
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The Pet Healthcare Centre
38 Pylewell Road Hythe Southampton Hampshire SO45 6AQ 023 8084 1000 admin@hythevets.co.uk Website 1.92 miles
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Bitterne Vets4pets Ltd
The Merry Oak Ph 103 Spring Road Southampton Hampshire SO19 2BN 02380 447272 bitterne@vets4pets.com Website 2.01 miles
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Beech House Veterinary Centre (Southampton)
64 West End Road Bitterne Southampton Hampshire SO18 6TG 02380 447797 Website 2.31 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Weston Shore
Short Walk Around The Field Adjacent To The Water On Weston Shore. There Is A Free Carpark, Cafe And Toilets, And Pitch And Putt Open In The Summer. Path Along Shore Suitable For Wheelchairs. Safe For Dogs.On The Bend At The Bottom Of Weston Lane. 17 Rothschild Cl Southampton Lancashire SO19 9TE 1.43 miles

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Southampton Common
A Vast Common (3000 Acres) With Pathways, Woods, Water And Even An Old Abandoned Graveyard. There Are Areas Of Mud Or Cleaner Pathways To Keep To, And Open Spaces To Throw A Ball. Depending On The Weather And Time Available, I Walk A Range Of Routes. You Can Access The Area By Car Quite Easily With Some Parking, But Weekends Can Be Busy. Access By Foot Off The Road Is Very Easy As Well. There’S A Playground And Beautiful Wildlife To See. I Never Get Bored Of The Area! Southampton Lancashire 2.13 miles There’S A Broad Range Of Access Points, But The Website Gives Good Direction If You Are New To The Area. There’S A Great Pub There Too!

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Netley Abbey Hall Recreation Ground Netley Abbey
This Is An Ideal Walk If You Want To Park Up And Have Easy Access To A Large Flat Field Which Is Great For Ball Running. Right On The Field Is A Children's Play Park And As You Can See From The Photos You Are Right On The Beach Front So Ideal For A Nice Cooling Swim For Your Dog! 16A Victoria Rd Netley Southampton SO31 5DH 2.43 miles

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The Hill Netley
This Walk Is On What Was Previously The Old Dump, But Was Made Into A Green Area Over 10 Years Ago. One You Get Up The Hill To The Top It Is Safe For Even The More Hectic Dogs Off Lead. Wooded And Grass Areas With Some Picnic Areas. If It Rains Make Sure You Wear Wellies. Next To What Used To Be A Pub (Dancing Goose I Think) Where You Can Still Park Your Car. The Video Shared Is After It Rained As It Leaves A Huge Puddle The Hounds Love ?? 76 Grange Rd. Netley Southampton SO31 5FH 2.51 miles Near To Bus Stop You Will See The Gates To Go In By The Pub. This Walk Can Be As Long Or Short As You Want.

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Sandy Tracks Across To The Valley And The Nodes
This Small Pull In Car Park For About Five Cars, Provides A Nice Starting Place For A Walk Across To The Nodes, There Is Some Steep Hills But There Is Alternative Ways Round. The Walk Around The Valley Is Superb And There Is A Nice Water Hole Stop For The Dogs. Hythe By Pass Lancashire 2.85 miles

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Marchwood Inclosure
Manor Rd Southampton Lancashire SO45 5TL 2.92 miles

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