Andrew's Mare

Wood, Forest in Hampshire New Forest

England

Andrew's Mare

Minstead : The A31 Looking along the A31.
Minstead : The A31 Credit: Lewis Clarke

Andrew's Mare is a picturesque area located in Hampshire, England. Situated in the heart of the New Forest, it is renowned for its abundant woodlands and beautiful forests. The name "Andrew's Mare" originates from the old English term for a horse's resting place, reflecting the historical significance of this area as a grazing ground for horses.

Covering a vast expanse of land, Andrew's Mare is characterized by its dense woodlands, which are dominated by majestic oak and beech trees. These ancient trees provide a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, while the canopy above provides shelter to various bird species, including woodpeckers and nightingales.

The woodlands of Andrew's Mare are also home to a variety of wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and badgers. With its tranquil atmosphere and scenic beauty, this area offers an ideal setting for hikers and nature walkers, who can explore the numerous walking trails that wind through the forest.

In addition to its natural beauty, Andrew's Mare holds historical significance. It is believed to have been a hunting ground for medieval royals and nobles, and remnants of ancient hunting lodges can still be found scattered throughout the area.

Overall, Andrew's Mare in Hampshire offers a unique and enchanting experience for visitors, combining natural beauty with a rich history. Whether one seeks a peaceful stroll through ancient woodlands or a glimpse into the region's past, this area is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered.

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Andrew's Mare Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.900707/-1.6384646 or Grid Reference SU2511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minstead : The A31 Looking along the A31.
Minstead : The A31
Looking along the A31.
Minstead : The A31 Looking along the A31.
Minstead : The A31
Looking along the A31.
Minstead : The A31 Looking along the A31.
Minstead : The A31
Looking along the A31.
Rufus Stone Rufus Stone encased in a protective cover
Rufus Stone
Rufus Stone encased in a protective cover
Lane to Brook Lane to Brook passing the Sir Walter Tyrell pub
Lane to Brook
Lane to Brook passing the Sir Walter Tyrell pub
Concrete Hardstanding Old concrete hardstanding on former RAF Stoney Cross
Concrete Hardstanding
Old concrete hardstanding on former RAF Stoney Cross
Track off Stoney Cross Plain A summer version of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4285054">SU2510 : Newtown, track</a>
Track off Stoney Cross Plain
A summer version of SU2510 : Newtown, track
West of Stoney Cross Plain
West of Stoney Cross Plain
Withybed Bottom With a dog off the lead running free. The combined effect of this creates a lot of extra disturbance for ground nesting birds.
Withybed Bottom
With a dog off the lead running free. The combined effect of this creates a lot of extra disturbance for ground nesting birds.
Valley by Fox Hill
Valley by Fox Hill
Valley by Fox Hill The start of Long Brook into Withybed Bottom.
Valley by Fox Hill
The start of Long Brook into Withybed Bottom.
The Compton Arms, Stoney Cross c.1970 Before it became the corporate and characterless Little Chef and the Travelodge of today, The Compton Arms was a long established country inn - a free house, with a reputation for fine food and good ale. Named after a local squire, Henry Compton, its origins lie much further back than when this photograph was taken. In the 18th century it was a posting inn that catered for the local gentry by supplying horses and post chaises for hire, and because of the number of influential personages residing in the locality, a Post Office was established at the inn in 1837. This would have benefitted the local inhabitants considerably, as Stoney Cross was on the mail coach route from London to Poole via Southampton. Interestingly, although the building long ago had given up its post office, in 2008 it still retained its now disused Edwardian GPO postbox. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/962737" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/962737">Link</a>

At sometime in the past, in order to accommodate the ever increasing number of motorists, the building had been sensitively extended to the east, the extension incorporating a new bay window to match the old one to the west. Since then, the old coaching inn has been remodelled, and now compares unfavourably with the photo above in this Sept. 2021 Streetview image: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://media.geograph.org.uk/files/7eabe3a1649ffa2b3ff8c02ebfd5659f/Compton_Arms_GE-original.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://media.geograph.org.uk/files/7eabe3a1649ffa2b3ff8c02ebfd5659f/Compton_Arms_GE-original.jpg">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> 

The Compton Arms - early 20th century: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://media.geograph.org.uk/files/7eabe3a1649ffa2b3ff8c02ebfd5659f/MGPC004-original.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://media.geograph.org.uk/files/7eabe3a1649ffa2b3ff8c02ebfd5659f/MGPC004-original.jpg">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Compton Arms, Stoney Cross c.1970
Before it became the corporate and characterless Little Chef and the Travelodge of today, The Compton Arms was a long established country inn - a free house, with a reputation for fine food and good ale. Named after a local squire, Henry Compton, its origins lie much further back than when this photograph was taken. In the 18th century it was a posting inn that catered for the local gentry by supplying horses and post chaises for hire, and because of the number of influential personages residing in the locality, a Post Office was established at the inn in 1837. This would have benefitted the local inhabitants considerably, as Stoney Cross was on the mail coach route from London to Poole via Southampton. Interestingly, although the building long ago had given up its post office, in 2008 it still retained its now disused Edwardian GPO postbox. Link At sometime in the past, in order to accommodate the ever increasing number of motorists, the building had been sensitively extended to the east, the extension incorporating a new bay window to match the old one to the west. Since then, the old coaching inn has been remodelled, and now compares unfavourably with the photo above in this Sept. 2021 Streetview image: LinkExternal link The Compton Arms - early 20th century: LinkExternal link
Signage - A31 northbound
Signage - A31 northbound
Signage - A31 northbound
Signage - A31 northbound
Signage - A31 northbound
Signage - A31 northbound
Towards the A31 at Stoney Cross The car park at the strangely named Andrew's Mare is off at the next track right
Towards the A31 at Stoney Cross
The car park at the strangely named Andrew's Mare is off at the next track right
Bridleway, King's Garn
Bridleway, King's Garn
The Pond Furzey Gardens
The Pond
Furzey Gardens
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Andrew's Mare is located at Grid Ref: SU2511 (Lat: 50.900707, Lng: -1.6384646)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

What 3 Words

///waddle.laugh.baked. Near Cadnam, Hampshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.900707,-1.6384646
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 50.904361/-1.636352
Created By: osmeditor2
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Bus Stop
Stoney Cross
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Lat/Long: 50.9044579/-1.6356608
Bus Stop
Stoney Cross
Bench: no
Bus: yes
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Naptan CommonName: Stoney Cross
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Naptan Street: A31
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Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.9038212/-1.6362204
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 50.8982528/-1.643811
Fox Hill
Ele: 116
Natural: peak
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Andrew's Mare
Place: locality
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Stoney Cross Plain
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