Brickhill

Settlement in Hampshire New Forest

England

Brickhill

Snowdrops in St Georges churchyard
Snowdrops in St Georges churchyard Credit: Clive Perrin

Brickhill is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated in the Test Valley district, it lies approximately 3 miles southeast of the market town of Andover. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

With a population of around 500 residents, Brickhill has a tight-knit community atmosphere. The village is known for its quaint and charming houses, many of which are traditional thatched cottages, giving it a quintessentially English feel. The village also boasts a beautiful 12th-century church, St. Mary's, which is a prominent landmark and a testament to its rich history.

Despite its small size, Brickhill offers some amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, which serves as a social hub for the community. The village is also surrounded by numerous footpaths and bridleways, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Brickhill is conveniently located for commuting, with excellent transport links to nearby towns and cities. The A303 road runs close by, providing easy access to Andover, Salisbury, and the wider Hampshire area. The village is also well-served by public transportation, with regular bus services connecting it to neighboring towns.

Overall, Brickhill is a charming and peaceful village with a strong sense of community. Its idyllic countryside setting, coupled with its convenient location, make it a desirable place to live for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle.

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Brickhill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.942425/-1.823116 or Grid Reference SU1215. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snowdrops in St Georges churchyard
Snowdrops in St Georges churchyard
St George's  church yard
St George's church yard
Marl Lane
Marl Lane
Puddleslosh Lane I had to walk round this way to find out if the track lived up to its name - and it does!
Puddleslosh Lane
I had to walk round this way to find out if the track lived up to its name - and it does!
Whitsbury Road
Whitsbury Road
Sweatfords Water flowing under Puddleslosh Lane A fine set of rather wet placenames!
Sweatfords Water flowing under Puddleslosh Lane
A fine set of rather wet placenames!
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (15) -
Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673

A pillbox in very good condition that once overlooked open ground to the west, and the track of the now disused railway. It's a concrete faced type 22 constructed using horizontal wooden planking, and having an embrasure in each wall including a slanted rifle port by the entrance doorway.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5255891">SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (16)</a>
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (15)
- Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673 A pillbox in very good condition that once overlooked open ground to the west, and the track of the now disused railway. It's a concrete faced type 22 constructed using horizontal wooden planking, and having an embrasure in each wall including a slanted rifle port by the entrance doorway. SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (16)
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (16) -
Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673

Buried almost to embrasure level in some places.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5255893">SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (17)</a>
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (16)
- Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673 Buried almost to embrasure level in some places. SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (17)
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (17) -
Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673

Interior view showing the Y-plan ricochet/blast wall and the deep-set embrasures.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5255898">SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (18)</a>
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (17)
- Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673 Interior view showing the Y-plan ricochet/blast wall and the deep-set embrasures. SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (18)
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (18) -
Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673

A distant view of the pillbox from the old railway bridge, showing its location 100 yds S of the former Salisbury & Dorset Junction Railway.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5255903">SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (19)</a>
WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (18)
- Marl Lane pillbox type FW3/22: DoB ID: S0012673 A distant view of the pillbox from the old railway bridge, showing its location 100 yds S of the former Salisbury & Dorset Junction Railway. SU1414 : WWII Hampshire - Ringwood Stop Line, Avon Valley - Fordingbridge anti-tank island (19)
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This can be found on the wall of St George's Church at Damerham.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This can be found on the wall of St George's Church at Damerham. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
The Church of St George at Damerham Viewed from the north-east.
The Church of St George at Damerham
Viewed from the north-east.
Fryern Court Road
Fryern Court Road
Leafy lay-by near Sandleheath
Leafy lay-by near Sandleheath
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Sandleheath Road, Alderholt Mill Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Alderholt (East Dorset District), Alderholt Mill, T-junction with UC road to Cripplestyle, on verge.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SU1114
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Sandleheath Road, Alderholt Mill
Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Alderholt (East Dorset District), Alderholt Mill, T-junction with UC road to Cripplestyle, on verge. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_SU1114
Alderholt Mill, Sandleheath Road, Alderholt Grade II Listed late 18th century watermill.  The iron breast shot water wheel is by W Munden of Ringwood of about 1867. There was a mill here at least as early as the 1330s and for many years the mill was known as Padner's Mill after a medieval tenant. The mill was worked commercially until 1947 and then fell into disrepair. It was restored and successfully produced flour again in 1987. Wholemeal, stone-ground flour from local wheat is available for purchase in the mill and locally. The old miller's cottage and warehouses were converted in the 1950s and are now self catering flats.
Alderholt Mill, Sandleheath Road, Alderholt
Grade II Listed late 18th century watermill. The iron breast shot water wheel is by W Munden of Ringwood of about 1867. There was a mill here at least as early as the 1330s and for many years the mill was known as Padner's Mill after a medieval tenant. The mill was worked commercially until 1947 and then fell into disrepair. It was restored and successfully produced flour again in 1987. Wholemeal, stone-ground flour from local wheat is available for purchase in the mill and locally. The old miller's cottage and warehouses were converted in the 1950s and are now self catering flats.
Sandleheath Village Hall On Main Road. The building was formerly St. Aldhelm's Church. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://sandleheathvillagehall.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://sandleheathvillagehall.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Sandleheath Village Hall
On Main Road. The building was formerly St. Aldhelm's Church. LinkExternal link
Sandleheath Village Stores Post office and stores on Main Road.
Sandleheath Village Stores
Post office and stores on Main Road.
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Brickhill is located at Grid Ref: SU1215 (Lat: 50.942425, Lng: -1.823116)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

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