Malshanger Park

Downs, Moorland in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

Malshanger Park

Beach Arms Hotel at Oakley near Basingstoke The Beach Arms is on the Andover road between Oakley and Overton.
Beach Arms Hotel at Oakley near Basingstoke Credit: Simon and Alison Downham

Malshanger Park is a picturesque estate located in Hampshire, England. Situated within the northern part of the county, the park encompasses a vast area of downs and moorland, offering visitors a unique and diverse natural experience.

Covering over 1,000 acres, Malshanger Park boasts rolling hills, open grasslands, and a variety of wildlife. The downs, with their sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, provide a serene and tranquil setting for outdoor activities such as hiking and picnicking. The moorland, on the other hand, offers a distinct landscape characterized by heather, gorse, and scattered patches of woodland.

The park is renowned for its rich biodiversity, housing a wide range of flora and fauna. Visitors may encounter native species such as roe deer, badgers, and various bird species including skylarks and kestrels. The diverse habitats within the park attract a multitude of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Additionally, Malshanger Park holds historical significance, being home to an ancient Roman road known as Harrow Way. Remnants of this historic route can still be observed, adding an element of intrigue and heritage to the park.

The estate also features well-maintained trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the park at their leisure. Benches and picnic areas are scattered throughout, providing ample opportunities to relax and take in the stunning surroundings.

Overall, Malshanger Park is a hidden gem in Hampshire, offering a blend of natural beauty, historical value, and a haven for wildlife. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or an immersive wildlife experience, visitors are bound to find solace and inspiration within this idyllic countryside retreat.

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Malshanger Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.267232/-1.1849122 or Grid Reference SU5652. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beach Arms Hotel at Oakley near Basingstoke The Beach Arms is on the Andover road between Oakley and Overton.
Beach Arms Hotel at Oakley near Basingstoke
The Beach Arms is on the Andover road between Oakley and Overton.
Blandy's Farm House This house is tucked away just behind some Barns at Blandy's Farm near Oakley, Basingstoke.
Blandy's Farm House
This house is tucked away just behind some Barns at Blandy's Farm near Oakley, Basingstoke.
Scene from Hook Lane, Malshanger Looking westwards into the fields on a mild Autumn day at the corner of Hook Lane, near Summer Down Copse.
Scene from Hook Lane, Malshanger
Looking westwards into the fields on a mild Autumn day at the corner of Hook Lane, near Summer Down Copse.
Shear Down Farm Old Farm buildings at Shear Down farm taken from Hook Lane.
Shear Down Farm
Old Farm buildings at Shear Down farm taken from Hook Lane.
Malshanger Lane Two majestic trees seem to guard the entrance to Malshanger Lane from the junction with the Andover Road in Oakley.
Malshanger Lane
Two majestic trees seem to guard the entrance to Malshanger Lane from the junction with the Andover Road in Oakley.
Hook Lane Travelling south toward Shear Down Farm from Upper Wootton.
Hook Lane
Travelling south toward Shear Down Farm from Upper Wootton.
The Fox Public House at Newfound near Basingstoke.
The Fox
Public House at Newfound near Basingstoke.
Marvel Row Copse
Marvel Row Copse
The Firs
The Firs
Deane Down Farm
Deane Down Farm
White Lane
White Lane
Mulberry Corner
Mulberry Corner
Hay Wood Farm
Hay Wood Farm
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.
St Leonards Church Oakley St Leonards Church Oakley from public footpath 14 in Spring
St Leonards Church Oakley
St Leonards Church Oakley from public footpath 14 in Spring
At Head of White Lane Stable block and thatched cottage in the Hampshire Downs - seen from the Wayfarer's Walk.
At Head of White Lane
Stable block and thatched cottage in the Hampshire Downs - seen from the Wayfarer's Walk.
Farmland, Ibworth The hedgerow is on the byway clining towards Ibworth.
Farmland, Ibworth
The hedgerow is on the byway clining towards Ibworth.
Farmland, Ibworth The trees are beside Hook Lane as it climbs towards Shear Down Farm.
Farmland, Ibworth
The trees are beside Hook Lane as it climbs towards Shear Down Farm.
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Malshanger Park is located at Grid Ref: SU5652 (Lat: 51.267232, Lng: -1.1849122)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.267232,-1.1849122
Home Farm
Landuse: farm
Note Retag: CS #48756035
Lat/Long: 51.2654908/-1.1907493
Post Box
Postal Code: RG23
Ref: RG23 55
Lat/Long: 51.2703799/-1.1883149
Man Made: water_tower
Lat/Long: 51.2710758/-1.187664
Parking
Capacity: 5
Parking: surface
Lat/Long: 51.2636643/-1.1857215
The Lodge
Building: house
Lat/Long: 51.2641187/-1.1847612
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.2653638/-1.1805449
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.2665219/-1.1822964
Power: pole
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.2648888/-1.1797992
Power: pole
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Lat/Long: 51.2641/-1.1809955
Power: pole
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 51.2641119/-1.1826209
Malshanger Castle (remains of)
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 51.2699411/-1.1873251
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