Dockenfield

Settlement in Hampshire Waverley

England

Dockenfield

Oast House Single square kiln oast house.

Known as The Hop Kiln.
Oast House Credit: Oast House Archive

Dockenfield is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated in the East Hampshire district, it lies approximately 7 miles south-west of the town of Farnham and 50 miles south-west of London. The village is nestled in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

With a population of about 300 residents, Dockenfield is a close-knit community known for its tranquil and idyllic atmosphere. The village is characterized by charming old cottages and historic buildings, giving it a timeless and traditional feel. Many of these structures date back several centuries, showcasing the village's rich history.

Dockenfield is blessed with a variety of natural beauty spots nearby. The River Wey, a popular destination for anglers, flows through the village, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and picnics along its banks. The surrounding countryside offers numerous walking and cycling routes, allowing visitors to explore the stunning scenery.

While Dockenfield is primarily a residential area, it has a strong sense of community spirit. The village has a local pub, The Bluebell, known for its warm hospitality and traditional pub food. There are also various community events and activities organized throughout the year, bringing residents together and fostering a sense of togetherness.

Overall, Dockenfield offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its charming rural setting, historic buildings, and strong community spirit make it an appealing place for those seeking a slower pace of life in the heart of the Hampshire countryside.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Dockenfield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.159269/-0.826401 or Grid Reference SU8240. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oast House Single square kiln oast house.

Known as The Hop Kiln.
Oast House
Single square kiln oast house. Known as The Hop Kiln.
Oast House Single round kiln oast house.
Oast House
Single round kiln oast house.
Smithy Lane, near Bordon Smithy Lane is a minor road through countryside in Hampshire.
Smithy Lane, near Bordon
Smithy Lane is a minor road through countryside in Hampshire.
Smithy Lane, near Bordon Smithy Lane is a minor road passing through countryside in Hampshire.
Smithy Lane, near Bordon
Smithy Lane is a minor road passing through countryside in Hampshire.
Smithy Lane, near Bordon Smithy Lane is a minor road through the Hampshire countryside.
Smithy Lane, near Bordon
Smithy Lane is a minor road through the Hampshire countryside.
Bridge over the River Wey, near Bordon A minor road in the Hampshire countryside crossing a bridge over the River Wey.  The river is out of sight in this image, but the bridge parapets are in view.
Bridge over the River Wey, near Bordon
A minor road in the Hampshire countryside crossing a bridge over the River Wey. The river is out of sight in this image, but the bridge parapets are in view.
River Wey near Bordon A view of the River Wey in Hampshire countryside.  The measure to the right of the image indicates the depth of the water.
River Wey near Bordon
A view of the River Wey in Hampshire countryside. The measure to the right of the image indicates the depth of the water.
Frensham Lane, near Bordon Frensham Lane is a minor lane through Hampshire countryside, close to the border with Surrey.
Frensham Lane, near Bordon
Frensham Lane is a minor lane through Hampshire countryside, close to the border with Surrey.
Pond and house, Binsted
Pond and house, Binsted
Path, Alice Holt Forest Heading north in the Glenbervie Inclosure part of the Forestry Commission woodland.
Path, Alice Holt Forest
Heading north in the Glenbervie Inclosure part of the Forestry Commission woodland.
Replanted area, Glenbervie Inclosure, Alice Holt Forest They appear to be a species of oak.
Replanted area, Glenbervie Inclosure, Alice Holt Forest
They appear to be a species of oak.
Track, Alice Holt Forest In the Glenbervie Inclosure part of the Forestry Commission woodland.
Track, Alice Holt Forest
In the Glenbervie Inclosure part of the Forestry Commission woodland.
Path, Alice Holt Forest In the Glenbervie Inclosure part of the Forestry Commission woodland.
Path, Alice Holt Forest
In the Glenbervie Inclosure part of the Forestry Commission woodland.
Woodhill Lane Looking towards Spreakley,  away from its junction with Boundary Road.
Woodhill Lane
Looking towards Spreakley, away from its junction with Boundary Road.
Footpath Binstead 51/3 in Alice Holt Forest Towards Dockenfield Street. The red arrow signs a circular route within the Forestry Commission woodland.
Footpath Binstead 51/3 in Alice Holt Forest
Towards Dockenfield Street. The red arrow signs a circular route within the Forestry Commission woodland.
Shortfield Common Road River running alongside the road.
Shortfield Common Road
River running alongside the road.
Upgrading the visitors car park Alice Holt Forest continues to be very popular.
Upgrading the visitors car park
Alice Holt Forest continues to be very popular.
West End House and Oast House, West End Lane
West End House and Oast House, West End Lane
Show me another place!

Dockenfield is located at Grid Ref: SU8240 (Lat: 51.159269, Lng: -0.826401)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

What 3 Words

///canines.crew.gloom. Near Churt, Surrey

Nearby Locations

Flat Copse Dockenfield

Related Wikis

Dockenfield

Dockenfield is a village and civil parish in the borough of Waverley in Surrey, England. The parish is undulating, has a number of sources of the River...

Pierrepont School, Frensham

Pierrepont School, Frensham, originally known as Pierrepont House School, was a private school in Surrey, England, with day pupils as well as boarders...

Alice Holt Forest

Alice Holt Forest is a royal forest in Hampshire, situated some 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Farnham, Surrey. Once predominantly an ancient oak forest, it...

Bucks Horn Oak

Bucks Horn Oak is a small village in the East Hampshire district of Hampshire, England and is the main community within Alice Holt Forest. A small eastern...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.159269,-0.826401
Batts Corner
Place: hamlet
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 51.1616879/-0.8284504
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.160052/-0.8329227
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1630822/-0.8284791
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1628657/-0.8288207
Traffic Calming: chicane
Lat/Long: 51.1592807/-0.82893
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1586487/-0.8211095
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1594282/-0.8263253
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1592849/-0.8264762
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1588504/-0.8206524
Give Way
Lat/Long: 51.1589483/-0.831232
Dockenfield
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.1592349/-0.8238598
Source: Bing
Traffic Calming: chicane
Lat/Long: 51.1587019/-0.820271
Three Oaks
Building: house
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 51.1609346/-0.8278857
Three Ways
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView;sign
Lat/Long: 51.158852/-0.8311366
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.1620685/-0.8252314
Shelter
Bus Stop
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2023-09-30
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1587172/-0.8216382
Poplar Cottage
Addr City: Farnham
Addr Housename: Poplar Cottage
Addr Place: Dockenfield
Addr Street: Bealeswood Lane
Building: house
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView;sign
Lat/Long: 51.1589579/-0.8215528
Bealeswood House
Addr City: Farnham
Addr Housename: Bealeswood House
Addr Place: Dockenfield
Addr Street: Bealeswood Lane
Building: house
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 51.1614037/-0.822859
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GU10 167
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.1588143/-0.8231252
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 09:00
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: GU10 15
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.162384/-0.8300418
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 51.1629566/-0.8285354
Turning Loop
Lat/Long: 51.1591128/-0.8228425
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: Facing carpark
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 51.1629409/-0.8275703
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box in Dockenfield
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Ref GB The Circuit: FBE1A442-9AD4-47D3-BF9E-AE9B0108F330
Lat/Long: 51.1586972/-0.8212493
Man Made: village_sign
Lat/Long: 51.1587084/-0.8213745
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Dockenfield?

Leave your review of Dockenfield below (or comments, questions and feedback).