Malshanger

Settlement in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

Malshanger

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 is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles northwest of the town of Basingstoke, Malshanger is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

The village is known for its charming rural character and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic setting. The community consists of a small number of residential properties, predominantly traditional cottages and farmhouses, which add to the village's quaint and picturesque appeal.

The area around Malshanger is predominantly agricultural, with farming being a significant part of the local economy. The village is surrounded by farmland, where a variety of crops are grown and livestock is reared. This agricultural heritage is reflected in the landscape, with fields stretching as far as the eye can see.

Despite its rural nature, Malshanger benefits from good transport links. The nearby town of Basingstoke offers a range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment options. The village is well-connected to the wider region via road and rail, with easy access to major cities such as London and Southampton.

Malshanger is also fortunate to be located in close proximity to several areas of natural beauty. The North Wessex Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, lies to the west of the village, offering stunning landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling.

In summary, Malshanger is a charming and peaceful village in Hampshire, renowned for its rural beauty, agricultural heritage, and close proximity to areas of natural splendor. It provides a tranquil and picturesque living environment, while also benefiting from good transport connections and access to nearby amenities.

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Malshanger Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.271637/-1.1924749 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.
Ibworth
Ibworth
Deane Down Farm
Deane Down Farm
White Lane
White Lane
Mulberry Corner
Mulberry Corner
Hay Wood Farm
Hay Wood Farm
Warren Bottom Copse
Warren Bottom Copse
Farmland near Ashe Warren Looking across to Frith Wood.
Farmland near Ashe Warren
Looking across to Frith Wood.
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.
Frith Wood Hampshire Downland scene, looking over a grassy field to a deciduous copse.
Frith Wood
Hampshire Downland scene, looking over a grassy field to a deciduous copse.
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 is located at Grid Ref: SU5652 (Lat: 51.271637, Lng: -1.1924749)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.271637,-1.1924749
Post Box
Postal Code: RG23
Ref: RG23 55
Lat/Long: 51.2703799/-1.1883149
Man Made: water_tower
Lat/Long: 51.2710758/-1.187664
Malshanger Castle (remains of)
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 51.2699411/-1.1873251
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