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The Firs

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

The Firs

Battledown Farm Barley crop in Battledown farm outside Basingstoke.
Battledown Farm Credit: Kelvin Davies

The Firs, Hampshire is a charming woodland area located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated near the town of Lyndhurst, it forms a part of the larger New Forest National Park, renowned for its scenic beauty and rich wildlife. The Firs is a well-preserved ancient woodland, featuring a dense canopy of predominantly deciduous trees, including beech, oak, and birch.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, The Firs offers visitors a peaceful and tranquil retreat from the bustling city life. The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore its natural wonders. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful tapestry during the spring and summer months.

The Firs is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Visitors can spot a myriad of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards, as well as small mammals like foxes, badgers, and squirrels. The woodland also supports a rich population of insects, including butterflies and beetles.

In addition to its natural beauty, The Firs offers recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. There are designated picnic areas and benches for those who wish to relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. The forest is also popular for horse riding and cycling, with designated trails catering to these activities.

Overall, The Firs, Hampshire is a picturesque woodland retreat that offers a haven of tranquility and natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape.

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The Firs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.267676/-1.1598634 or Grid Reference SU5852. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Battledown Farm Barley crop in Battledown farm outside Basingstoke.
Battledown Farm
Barley crop in Battledown farm outside Basingstoke.
Poppies Poppies in barley field in square SU5951, looking from S.W corner toward N.W. alongside London to Southampton railway line.
Poppies
Poppies in barley field in square SU5951, looking from S.W corner toward N.W. alongside London to Southampton railway line.
Battledown Flyover This is Hampshire's only flying junction. The line from Southampton crosses over the lines to and from the West of England. Nearby, both cross over the road, Pack Lane. Rail over rail over road! The rail lines actually meet a mile to the north-east at Worting Junction.
Battledown Flyover
This is Hampshire's only flying junction. The line from Southampton crosses over the lines to and from the West of England. Nearby, both cross over the road, Pack Lane. Rail over rail over road! The rail lines actually meet a mile to the north-east at Worting Junction.
The Fox Public House at Newfound near Basingstoke.
The Fox
Public House at Newfound near Basingstoke.
Church at Wootton St. Lawrence The Church of St. Lawrence was rebuilt in 1864, incorporating many original features of the earlier mediaeval building. The north arcade dates from the twelfth century and the tower and some of the windows are early fourteenth century.
Church at Wootton St. Lawrence
The Church of St. Lawrence was rebuilt in 1864, incorporating many original features of the earlier mediaeval building. The north arcade dates from the twelfth century and the tower and some of the windows are early fourteenth century.
Footpath at Whitedown Farm The footpath to the west will take you to Hannington
Footpath at Whitedown Farm
The footpath to the west will take you to Hannington
Wootton Copse
Wootton Copse
Marvel Row Copse
Marvel Row Copse
The Firs
The Firs
Looking East
Looking East
Pack Lane railway bridge The road goes under the railway just before the Exeter and Weymouth lines to Waterloo converge, on the approach to Basingstoke. Tea often spilt at this point (if you're on the train).
Pack Lane railway bridge
The road goes under the railway just before the Exeter and Weymouth lines to Waterloo converge, on the approach to Basingstoke. Tea often spilt at this point (if you're on the train).
Battledown Flyover The foreground, and probably just the front of the train, is in SU5950.
Battledown Flyover
The foreground, and probably just the front of the train, is in SU5950.
Farmland near Oakley The public footpath is in the trees in the left of picture.
Farmland near Oakley
The public footpath is in the trees in the left of picture.
Railway Cottages, Pack Lane, Hampshire These cottages, on Pack Lane very near to Worting Junction, were built by the London and South Western Railway Company to house railway workers. They remained in railway ownership throughout their existence. The water supply was by means of a well, and there was no mains sewage either. The well-known and popular Methodist lay preacher, Fred Randall, lived in the nearer cottage for some years. The cottages were demolished around 1970 and no trace now remains.
Railway Cottages, Pack Lane, Hampshire
These cottages, on Pack Lane very near to Worting Junction, were built by the London and South Western Railway Company to house railway workers. They remained in railway ownership throughout their existence. The water supply was by means of a well, and there was no mains sewage either. The well-known and popular Methodist lay preacher, Fred Randall, lived in the nearer cottage for some years. The cottages were demolished around 1970 and no trace now remains.
Wootton St Lawrence And they want to build on this.
Wootton St Lawrence
And they want to build on this.
Steam and speed at Worting Junction, Hampshire By 1966 the British Railways Modernisation plan was well on its way to completion, and of the great main lines from London, steam passenger working only remained on one - the South Western main line from London Waterloo. Here the powerful West Country class locomotive No. 34034, 'Honiton', is seen on a working from Bournemouth to Waterloo, nearing Worting Junction.
Steam and speed at Worting Junction, Hampshire
By 1966 the British Railways Modernisation plan was well on its way to completion, and of the great main lines from London, steam passenger working only remained on one - the South Western main line from London Waterloo. Here the powerful West Country class locomotive No. 34034, 'Honiton', is seen on a working from Bournemouth to Waterloo, nearing Worting Junction.
Wootton St. Lawrence: post office This branch is due for closure in early 2008.
Wootton St. Lawrence: post office
This branch is due for closure in early 2008.
Worting House Photograph of front aspect of Worting House. It is widely recognised that Jane Austen, who once lived in nearby Steventon, would visit Worting House to attend dances.
Worting House
Photograph of front aspect of Worting House. It is widely recognised that Jane Austen, who once lived in nearby Steventon, would visit Worting House to attend dances.
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The Firs is located at Grid Ref: SU5852 (Lat: 51.267676, Lng: -1.1598634)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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