Baughurst

Civil Parish in Hampshire Basingstoke and Deane

England

Baughurst

Baughurst is a civil parish located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles south of the town of Newbury, Baughurst covers an area of about 3.5 square miles. It is a rural area with a population of around 2,000 residents.

The parish is known for its picturesque countryside and charming villages. It is surrounded by rolling hills, woodlands, and farmlands, offering beautiful views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The area is also rich in wildlife, with several nature reserves and protected areas nearby.

Baughurst has a strong community spirit, with various local groups and organizations catering to the needs and interests of its residents. The parish boasts a primary school, a village hall, and a church, which serves as a focal point for the community.

Despite its rural character, Baughurst benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Newbury, with its wide range of amenities including shopping centers, leisure facilities, and a train station, is easily accessible. The parish is also well-connected by road, with the A339 passing through it, providing convenient access to nearby towns and major routes.

Overall, Baughurst offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle while still being within reach of urban amenities. Its natural beauty, strong sense of community, and convenient location make it an attractive place to live for both families and individuals.

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Baughurst Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.328562/-1.18186 or Grid Reference SU5759. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland near Baughurst

This square is largely farmland and a network of minor roads. This view was taken near the footpath, at the intersection in the adjacent square. The view looks southeast along the road.

Pam Brophy

St Stephen's near Baughurst

This square is mostly farmland and also contains this church. This view taken from the only spot where one can get the whole building in the picture comfortably, is from the north east.

Pam Brophy

St Stephen's and the graveyard, near Baughurst

This view of the church and gravestones, backlit against the late afternoon sun, was taken from more or less the east side of the church. The church is surrounded by the graveyard on three sides, the west side of the church being right on the boundary of the church grounds.

Pam Brophy

Paddock near Browning Hill Green

This square being largely farmland also has a paddock or two. This paddock is in the north western section of the square.

Pam Brophy

Farmland near Stratton Manor

This view (where the road takes a sharp turn) shows the entrance to Stratton Manor on the left and the farmland behind the trees is in the east section of the square.

Pam Brophy

The Wolverton Road

The section of the road opposite Wolverton Wood in the south eastern section of the grid square. It runs diagonally across this section of the square and the field on the western side of the road is just visible. The picture was taken looking north east along the road.

Pam Brophy

The George & Dragon Inn, Towns End

Colin Bates

Towns End

Colin Bates

Wolverton Common

Colin Bates

Portway to Old Sarum

The route of Portway, the old Roman road from Calleva (Silchester) to Old Sarum (Salisbury), and the South Coast. It runs in a straight line to the right of the wood which can be seen to the left of the image, almost directly above the middle of the gates.

Colin Bates

Looking West

Colin Bates

Looking South

Colin Bates

Farmland near Ewhurst Park

Cut Wood is to the right of the rape-field. The first two pylons are within the grid-square.

Andrew Smith

St Catherine's Churchyard, Wolverton

A well kept churchyard with levelled graves and a lovely view.

Rosemary Oakeshott

Wolverton House

A handsome late Georgian manor house. Strangely, the house attracts no attention from most Hampshire guides. Perhaps its proximity to St Catherine's Church means that it is overlooked by visitors. Wolverton formed part of the estate of the Duke of Wellington until the mid-20th century.

Hugh Chevallier