Hook

Settlement in Hampshire Fareham

England

Hook

Lockswood Road Towards Warsash.
Lockswood Road Credit: Robin Webster

Hook is a charming village located in the Hart district of Hampshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles east of Basingstoke, it is a thriving community that offers a perfect blend of rural tranquility and easy access to urban amenities.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, with rolling countryside and beautiful landscapes that provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. Hook is surrounded by several nature reserves and green spaces, including Bartley Heath and Hook Common, which are popular among nature enthusiasts.

Despite its rural setting, Hook boasts excellent transport links. The village is conveniently located near the M3 motorway, providing easy access to London and other major cities. Additionally, the nearby Hook train station offers regular services to London Waterloo and other destinations.

Hook has a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. The village center features a mix of independent shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as essential services like a post office, a pharmacy, and a supermarket. There are also several schools in the area, making it an attractive location for families.

The community in Hook is vibrant and active, with various clubs and societies catering to different interests. The village hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including a summer festival and a Christmas market, fostering a sense of community spirit and engagement.

Overall, Hook offers the best of both worlds, combining the tranquility of rural living with the convenience of nearby urban facilities. It is a sought-after destination for those looking for a peaceful and picturesque place to call home.

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Hook Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.844557/-1.276715 or Grid Reference SU5105. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lockswood Road Towards Warsash.
Lockswood Road
Towards Warsash.
Coastal path by Southampton Water The low earth cliff is eroding away.
Coastal path by Southampton Water
The low earth cliff is eroding away.
Small chine, Southampton Water There is no obvious stream here, although the land drainage must go somewhere. There is a slightly awkward way down to the beach at the moment.
Small chine, Southampton Water
There is no obvious stream here, although the land drainage must go somewhere. There is a slightly awkward way down to the beach at the moment.
Crumbling cliff on Southampton Water The cliffs along here are very easily eroded.
Crumbling cliff on Southampton Water
The cliffs along here are very easily eroded.
Farm track east from Chilling Lane Not a public path, It has white, yellow topped posts at intervals, what are they for?
Farm track east from Chilling Lane
Not a public path, It has white, yellow topped posts at intervals, what are they for?
Nook Cottages, Hook Village A grade II listed building, 19th century.
Nook Cottages, Hook Village
A grade II listed building, 19th century.
Path through maize The crop in this state is surprisingly noisy in the wind.
Path through maize
The crop in this state is surprisingly noisy in the wind.
Little Chilling Farm Off Chilling Lane.
Little Chilling Farm
Off Chilling Lane.
Chilling Lane Towards Hook Village.
Chilling Lane
Towards Hook Village.
Sign, Solent Court Farm Featuring donkeys, which were indeed in the paddocks.
Sign, Solent Court Farm
Featuring donkeys, which were indeed in the paddocks.
Dibles Road
Dibles Road
Bend in Dibles Road
Bend in Dibles Road
Houses on Dibles Road
Houses on Dibles Road
Dibles Road
Dibles Road
Houses on Fleet End Road
Houses on Fleet End Road
Bungalows on Fleet End Road
Bungalows on Fleet End Road
The Jolly Farmer
The Jolly Farmer
Houses on Warsash Road
Houses on Warsash Road
Show me another place!

Hook is located at Grid Ref: SU5105 (Lat: 50.844557, Lng: -1.276715)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Fareham

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.844557,-1.276715
Hook
Created By: Potlatch 0.6c
Is In: Hampshire,UK
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q5897796
Lat/Long: 50.8453602/-1.2778009
Power: tower
Ref: 5
Source: interpolation
Lat/Long: 50.8437282/-1.2739469
Power: tower
Ref: 4
Source: interpolation
Lat/Long: 50.8428105/-1.278948
Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 08:00
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: SO31 234
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.8449582/-1.2778172
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