Pound Green

Settlement in Hampshire

England

Pound Green

Grass & Heather, Tennyson Down Does someone really come up here and mow this great wide footpath? It seems a lot of work, but why else would the heather stop growing in such a neat line. — Grass & Heather, Tennyson Down Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Pound Green is a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Hampshire, England. Located just south of the bustling market town of Alton, Pound Green offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for its residents. With a population of around 300 people, the village exudes a close-knit community feel.

The village is characterized by its charming thatched cottages and well-manicured gardens, which add to its overall charm and appeal. Pound Green is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, providing residents with stunning countryside views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Despite its rural setting, Pound Green benefits from excellent transport links. The nearby A31 road connects the village to major towns and cities, making it easily accessible for commuters. The village is also well-served by public transportation, with regular bus services connecting it to Alton and other nearby settlements.

Pound Green offers a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. There is a local pub, The Green Inn, where locals and visitors can enjoy a pint of ale or a traditional pub meal. For those seeking recreational activities, the village boasts a well-maintained cricket pitch and a playground for children.

Overall, Pound Green is a delightful village that combines the tranquility of rural living with the convenience of nearby amenities. Its stunning natural surroundings and sense of community make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle.

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Pound Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.677391/-1.523998 or Grid Reference SZ3386. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grass & Heather, Tennyson Down

Does someone really come up here and mow this great wide footpath? It seems a lot of work, but why else would the heather stop growing in such a neat line.

Des Blenkinsopp

Monument to a Poet

The impressive monument to Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, who was Poet Laureate for much of the Victorian era. He lived at nearby Farringford House for nearly 40 years and used to walk on the down almost every day, saying that the air was worth 'sixpence a pint'. I looked up about why he was Alfred Lord Tennyson and not Lord Alfred Tennyson. The following link gives an answer, but what a rigmarole. Link

Des Blenkinsopp

Track up Tennyson Down

The north side of Tennyson Down faces away from the sea and is much more sheltered. It is quite thickly wooded in places.

Des Blenkinsopp

Freshwater Bay

Freshwater Bay has formed in a break in the chalk cliffs. The rocks shown here are at the SE corner of the bay, viewed from the promenade - Stag Rock, Arched Rock & Mermaid Rock (right to left). A cave is also visible. A fishing boat is moored. Photo taken in June or July 1973. Arched Rock subsequently collapsed in 1992.

Ian Taylor

Walkers on Tennyson Down

Paul Coueslant

Grazing above Freshwater Bay

Paul Coueslant

Bus terminus, Freshwater Bay â 1978

Southern Vectis was the principal operator on the island from the 1930s having come under control of the Southern Railway in 1929. By 1978 it was part of the National Bus Company. Bus 673, a Bristol VR with ECW bodywork, is seen in the standard NBC livery of leaf green, and is representative of what was effectively the standard NBC double deck bus of the period. It is parked at the entrance to the Freshwater Bay Golf Club on Southdown Road waiting for its return to Sandown. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Road works at the junction of Gate Lane and The Square

Basher Eyre