Lower Canterton

Settlement in Hampshire New Forest

England

Lower Canterton

Lower Canterton is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated in the South Downs National Park, it is nestled amidst picturesque rolling hills and lush green countryside. The village is part of the Test Valley district, situated approximately 5 miles northwest of the town of Stockbridge.

Characterized by its tranquil and idyllic setting, Lower Canterton offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is predominantly residential, with a small population of close-knit community members. Traditional thatched cottages and charming farmhouses are dotted throughout the village, adding to its quaint and rustic charm.

Though small in size, Lower Canterton is well-served by amenities and services for its residents. A local primary school caters to the educational needs of the village's children, and there is a village hall that serves as a hub for community events and gatherings. The village also boasts a traditional pub, where locals and visitors can enjoy a pint of ale and sample hearty, home-cooked meals.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, with various footpaths and bridleways crisscrossing the area. Residents and visitors alike can explore the beautiful landscapes, taking in the breathtaking views and enjoying leisurely walks or bike rides.

Overall, Lower Canterton is a charming and tranquil village, perfect for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the heart of Hampshire's stunning countryside.

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Lower Canterton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.918817/-1.6078522 or Grid Reference SU2713. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Rufus Stone

Helen Steed

King's Garn Gutter

Helen Steed

Forest lawn on lower edge of Brook Wood

David Martin

View across clearing in Brook Wood

David Martin

Minstead : The A31

Looking along the A31.

Lewis Clarke

Minstead : The A31

Looking along the A31.

Lewis Clarke

Garden at White Hart Public House

Paul Collins

Rufus Stone

Rufus Stone encased in a protective cover

Shaun Ferguson

Lane to Brook

Lane to Brook passing the Sir Walter Tyrell pub

Shaun Ferguson

The Compton Arms, Stoney Cross c.1970

Before it became the corporate and characterless Little Chef and the Travelodge of today, The Compton Arms was a long established country inn - a free house, with a reputation for fine food and good ale. Named after a local squire, Henry Compton, its origins lie much further back than when this photograph was taken. In the 18th century it was a posting inn that catered for the local gentry by supplying horses and post chaises for hire, and because of the number of influential personages residing in the locality, a Post Office was established at the inn in 1837. This would have benefitted the local inhabitants considerably, as Stoney Cross was on the mail coach route from London to Poole via Southampton. Interestingly, although the building long ago had given up its post office, in 2008 it still retained its now disused Edwardian GPO postbox. Link At sometime in the past, in order to accommodate the ever increasing number of motorists, the building had been sensitively extended to the east, the extension incorporating a new bay window to match the old one to the west. Since then, the old coaching inn has been remodelled, and now compares unfavourably with the photo above in this Sept. 2021 Streetview image: Link