The Chase, Woolton Hill

Heritage Site in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

The Chase, Woolton Hill

Bridge on the A34 near Newbury The bridge crosses the minor road in the middle of the northern half of the grid square. The picture was taken from the south side looking north. — Bridge on the A34 near Newbury Credit: Pam Brophy

The Chase, located in Woolton Hill, Hampshire, is a historically significant heritage site that dates back to the 19th century. This grand estate sits on sprawling grounds of approximately 200 acres, boasting lush gardens, manicured lawns, and picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.

Originally built as a country residence, The Chase has undergone several changes and additions over the years. The main house, constructed in the Victorian era, features an impressive architectural style characterized by its red brickwork, ornate detailing, and large sash windows. The interior boasts spacious rooms with high ceilings, intricate woodwork, and elegant décor, providing a glimpse into the opulence of the past.

Beyond the main house, The Chase's grounds are equally captivating. The gardens, meticulously maintained, showcase a diverse range of flora, including vibrant flower beds, towering trees, and well-manicured hedges. Strolling through the grounds, visitors can enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the natural surroundings.

The Chase is not only admired for its architectural and natural splendor but also for its historical significance. Over the years, it has been associated with notable figures from Hampshire's past, including influential families and prominent individuals who played a role in shaping the region's history.

Today, The Chase continues to be a cherished heritage site, attracting visitors who are eager to explore its rich history, admire its architectural beauty, and immerse themselves in the idyllic charm of the Hampshire countryside.

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The Chase, Woolton Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.362/-1.367 or Grid Reference SU4462. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge on the A34 near Newbury The bridge crosses the minor road in the middle of the northern half of the grid square. The picture was taken from the south side looking north.

Bridge on the A34 near Newbury

The bridge crosses the minor road in the middle of the northern half of the grid square. The picture was taken from the south side looking north.

Wheatlands Farmland near Newbury This farmland to the east of the road is viewed from the north end looking south east.

Wheatlands Farmland near Newbury

This farmland to the east of the road is viewed from the north end looking south east.

Enborne C of E School The school is situated just north of the centre of the grid square at the intersection. The picture was taken somewhat south east side of the school, looking north west.

Enborne C of E School

The school is situated just north of the centre of the grid square at the intersection. The picture was taken somewhat south east side of the school, looking north west.

Turning for Boames lane off Skinners Green Lane Turning for Boames lane off Skinners Green Lane

Turning for Boames lane off Skinners Green Lane

Turning for Boames lane off Skinners Green Lane

A34 Newbury bypass over Wash Water road A34 Newbury bypass over Wash Water road

A34 Newbury bypass over Wash Water road

A34 Newbury bypass over Wash Water road

Tot Hill Services Looking NW

Tot Hill Services

Looking NW

Orchard at Ball Hill This square although mostly farmland also contains the village of Ball Hill. This orchard lies immediately south of the minor road in the southern half of the square.

Orchard at Ball Hill

This square although mostly farmland also contains the village of Ball Hill. This orchard lies immediately south of the minor road in the southern half of the square.

Main Road through Ball Hill This is the main road through Ball Hill, taken from the south side looking towards the Furze Inn, marked as PH on the 1:50 000 map. It is an integral part of the village of Ball Hill.

Main Road through Ball Hill

This is the main road through Ball Hill, taken from the south side looking towards the Furze Inn, marked as PH on the 1:50 000 map. It is an integral part of the village of Ball Hill.

Pasture near Wash Water This pasture is on the north side of the minor road in the southern half of the square. Most of the square is farmland.

Pasture near Wash Water

This pasture is on the north side of the minor road in the southern half of the square. Most of the square is farmland.

Wash Water Road near Enborne This is a view of the end of Wash Water road and the public house marked ph on the 1:50 000 map. The pub is on the north side of the road. The road joins the A343 to the right (east) of the pub and leads off the A343 to Enborne. This square contains some of the residential area of Wash Common and the key roads linking Enborne and Wash Water.

Wash Water Road near Enborne

This is a view of the end of Wash Water road and the public house marked ph on the 1:50 000 map. The pub is on the north side of the road. The road joins the A343 to the right (east) of the pub and leads off the A343 to Enborne. This square contains some of the residential area of Wash Common and the key roads linking Enborne and Wash Water.

Clere Wood near Highclere This square is a mixture of plantation and residential area. This section of plantation is the northern edge of Clere Wood in the southern half of the square.

Clere Wood near Highclere

This square is a mixture of plantation and residential area. This section of plantation is the northern edge of Clere Wood in the southern half of the square.

Clere Wood near Highclere This photograph was taken from the road looking more or less southeast.

Clere Wood near Highclere

This photograph was taken from the road looking more or less southeast.

Stream in Clere Wood This red stream with crystal clear water, is so coloured by what is probably a mat of bacteria and rust on the bed.

Stream in Clere Wood

This red stream with crystal clear water, is so coloured by what is probably a mat of bacteria and rust on the bed.

Woolton Hill County Junior School This school is near the intersection of the two minor roads, more or less in the centre of the square. The square both residential and agricultural. It contains the village of Woolton Hill.

Woolton Hill County Junior School

This school is near the intersection of the two minor roads, more or less in the centre of the square. The square both residential and agricultural. It contains the village of Woolton Hill.

A34(T) Bridge near Newtown This square is largely farmland and plantations belonging to the English Forestry commission. This bridge carries the A34(T) over one of the lanes passing through the forested area.

A34(T) Bridge near Newtown

This square is largely farmland and plantations belonging to the English Forestry commission. This bridge carries the A34(T) over one of the lanes passing through the forested area.

Woolton Hill Church This square is mostly farmland, with some residential areas linked to Woolton Hill village in the north eastern section of the square.

Woolton Hill Church

This square is mostly farmland, with some residential areas linked to Woolton Hill village in the north eastern section of the square.

Residential Area not far from Enborne This square is mostly residential area.

Residential Area not far from Enborne

This square is mostly residential area.

Country Road near Enborne This square is mostly residential and this road links Woolton Hill with Enborne via residential area.

Country Road near Enborne

This square is mostly residential and this road links Woolton Hill with Enborne via residential area.

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The Chase, Woolton Hill is located at Grid Ref: SU4462 (Lat: 51.362, Lng: -1.367)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.362,-1.367

Bus Stop

Slade Hill

Naptan AtcoCode: 1900HA010083

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan CommonName: Slade Hill

Naptan NaptanCode: hamawpga

Naptan Street: Station Road

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 51.3624455/-1.3728949

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 51.3597095/-1.3724921

Bicycle: no

Foot: permissive

Horse: no

Motor Vehicle: no

Lat/Long: 51.3632461/-1.3603105

Ford: yes

Lat/Long: 51.3611778/-1.370651

Ford: yes

Lat/Long: 51.3607856/-1.3717205

Bench

Backrest: yes

Material: wood

Lat/Long: 51.3619298/-1.3668493

Bench

Backrest: no

Lat/Long: 51.3627619/-1.3602657

Bicycle Parking

Bicycle Parking: stands

Capacity: 10

Covered: no

Lat/Long: 51.3648096/-1.3671503

Waste Basket

Lat/Long: 51.3645945/-1.3670865

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 51.3640468/-1.367197

Historic: memorial

Inscription: This woodland known as the Chase Woodhay was given in 1944 by Sir Kenneth Swan to the National Trust as a nature reserve in memory of his friend Anthony K Collett naturalist and writer 1877—1929

Material: brick

Memorial: plaque

Lat/Long: 51.3617194/-1.3669288

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 51.360386/-1.3616209

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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