Birchy Hill

Settlement in Hampshire New Forest

England

Birchy Hill

Track towards Longslade View car park Gravel track leading to a car park about 250m north of Wilverley Road.
Track towards Longslade View car park Credit: David Martin

Birchy Hill is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated in the South East of the country, it is nestled between the towns of Alton and Basingstoke. The village covers an area of approximately 2 square miles and has a population of around 800 residents.

Birchy Hill is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural atmosphere. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodlands, making it an ideal location for those seeking peace and tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village itself features a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local convenience store, a post office, a primary school, and a village hall. In addition, there are several pubs and restaurants where locals and visitors can enjoy traditional British cuisine and socialize with friends and neighbors.

Birchy Hill is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities via a network of roads and public transportation. The nearest railway station is located in Alton, providing convenient access to London and other major cities.

The village is also within close proximity to several tourist attractions and landmarks. These include the stunning Jane Austen's House Museum, the historic ruins of Odiham Castle, and the beautiful countryside trails of the South Downs National Park.

Overall, Birchy Hill offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents, with its charming countryside, range of amenities, and easy access to nearby attractions.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.780905/-1.6042118 or Grid Reference SZ2898. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track towards Longslade View car park Gravel track leading to a car park about 250m north of Wilverley Road.
Track towards Longslade View car park
Gravel track leading to a car park about 250m north of Wilverley Road.
Gorse-lined path on heathland north of Sway
Gorse-lined path on heathland north of Sway
The Hare and Hounds at Durns Town
The Hare and Hounds at Durns Town
Forest Heath House Formerly a pub, now subdivided into apartments, with a retail unit in the outbuildings.
Forest Heath House
Formerly a pub, now subdivided into apartments, with a retail unit in the outbuildings.
Ford at Hordle This ford is found on Agars Lane at Hordle.
Ford at Hordle
This ford is found on Agars Lane at Hordle.
Railway bridge on road towards Cobblers Corner The road passes over the main line to Bournemouth. In the distance, a whitish feature is where the road passes under the branch to Lymington.
Railway bridge on road towards Cobblers Corner
The road passes over the main line to Bournemouth. In the distance, a whitish feature is where the road passes under the branch to Lymington.
Railway bridge, Manchester Road, Sway The main line to Bournemouth crosses.
Railway bridge, Manchester Road, Sway
The main line to Bournemouth crosses.
Barrier and gates near Sway Beyond is a covered reservoir.
Barrier and gates near Sway
Beyond is a covered reservoir.
Sway railway station
Sway railway station
Sway Deli & Coffee Shop
Sway Deli & Coffee Shop
Woodland track near Sway
Woodland track near Sway
Avon Water, near Mead End
Avon Water, near Mead End
Footbridge over Avon Water, near Sway
Footbridge over Avon Water, near Sway
Avon Water, near Mead End
Avon Water, near Mead End
Shallow in Avon Water There is a footbridge to the right of this image, but even in summer a walker needs to get across a smaller stream in order to reach it!
Shallow in Avon Water
There is a footbridge to the right of this image, but even in summer a walker needs to get across a smaller stream in order to reach it!
Boundway Hill
Boundway Hill
Logs and ponies at Littledown Farm
Logs and ponies at Littledown Farm
Houses by crossroads, Middle Road, Tiptoe
Houses by crossroads, Middle Road, Tiptoe
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Birchy Hill is located at Grid Ref: SZ2898 (Lat: 50.780905, Lng: -1.6042118)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.780905,-1.6042118
Pub
The Silver Hind
Lat/Long: 50.7844478/-1.6080476
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Ref: SO41 33
Lat/Long: 50.7807738/-1.6039861
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