Hayling Island

Island in Hampshire Havant

England

Hayling Island

New housing west of the Hayling Billy route A substantial area of new housing is still under construction to the west of the former railway line. — New housing west of the Hayling Billy route Credit: David Martin

Hayling Island is a small island located off the south coast of England in Hampshire. It is situated between the cities of Portsmouth and Chichester, and is connected to the mainland by a road bridge over Langstone Harbour. The island covers an area of approximately 12 square kilometers and has a population of around 17,000 people.

Hayling Island is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning coastal scenery. The island boasts three main beaches: West Beach, Eastoke Beach, and Sandy Point. These sandy shores attract visitors and locals alike, offering opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and a variety of water sports such as windsurfing and sailing.

The island also offers a range of recreational activities and attractions. Hayling Island Golf Club is a popular spot for golf enthusiasts, with its 18-hole links course overlooking the Solent. For nature lovers, Hayling Island boasts several nature reserves, including the Hayling Island Oysterbeds, which provide a habitat for a variety of bird species.

In terms of amenities, Hayling Island has a selection of shops, restaurants, and cafes, particularly in the town center of Mengham. The island is well-connected to the mainland, with regular bus services and easy access to the A27 road.

Overall, Hayling Island offers a tranquil and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities. Its beautiful beaches, recreational opportunities, and natural attractions make it a popular destination for visitors looking to enjoy the beauty of the Hampshire coastline.

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Hayling Island Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.8066/-0.98036642 or Grid Reference SU7101. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New housing west of the Hayling Billy route

A substantial area of new housing is still under construction to the west of the former railway line.

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Housing beside Tournerbury Lane

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Hayling Bill Line

From Hayling the Hayling Billy Line path heading out North

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Unidentified debris, Sinah Lake, Hayling Island

The location of the debris is approximate. It is probably something left over from the second world war. It has been given a marker to minimise the risk of marine traffic colliding with it.

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St Mary, Hayling: an admiral's grave

Sir James Startin, KCB: during his career from Midshipman in 1869 to retirement as Vice Admiral in 1914 he performed numerous heroic feats, often plunging into freezing seas to rescue men overboard. His finest time, however, came when he was recalled during the Great War, promoted to full admiral and awarded the Albert Medal for rescuing a man from a blazing motor launch. Departing more recently were: 5th December 2022, the Cheers actress Kirstie Alley; 6th December, Stranglers drummer Jet Black; 7th, the last Dambuster Johnny Johnson; 9th, Mrs Thatcher’s fixer Lord Young of Graffham and Hi di Hi’s Ruth Madoc; 10th, the sardonic journalist Victor Lewis-Smith; 19th, Specials singer Terry Hall and Ali Ahmed Aslam, the chef who invented Chicken Tikka Masala; 23rd, George Cohen, 1966 World Cup winner; 24th, impressionist John Bird; 29th, Punk’s Vivienne Westwood and the GOATs’ GOAT Pelé; 31st, singer Anita Pointer and Pope Emiterus Benedict XVI Other months saw us say farewell to Meat Loaf (January); Bamber Gascoigne (February); Shane Warne (March), June Brown (April), Lester Piggott (May), Dame Deborah James (June), Shinzo Abe (July), Mikhail Gorbachev (August), The Queen (September), Loretta Lynn (October), and Doddie Weir (November).

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St Mary, Hayling: Christmas 2022 (a)

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St Mary, Hayling: Christmas 2022 (b)

The font in a Christian church is that place where new members are inducted in a ceremony known as a christening. Fonts are often symbolically placed at or near the entrance. Typically, the font is between 90 and 130 centimetres tall and sculpted in stone- although wood and metal are sometimes used. During the ceremony, a priest traces the sign of the cross on the new member’s forehead. If an infant, several adults will be asked to be godparents. They will then pledge at the font to guide the child on their Christian journey.

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St Mary, Hayling: lych gate

The lych gate is the church's war memorial

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St Mary, Hayling: Christmas 2022 (c)

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St Mary, Hayling: Christmas 2022 (d)

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St Mary, Hayling: Christmas 2022 (e)

A pulpit is a raised stand for preachers in a Christian church. It comes from the Latin 'pulpitum' meaning platform or staging. It is raised well above the surrounding floor for audibility and visibility, accessed by steps, with sides coming to about waist height. Many have a canopy known as the 'abat-voix', a sounding board to project the preacher's voice to congregation.

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