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//-->.pos {position:absolute; z-index: 0; left: 0px; top: 0px;}A beautiful historic market townstockbridgepockET guidETHEPlaces to visit•shoPPing guideeating out•country Pubs•beautiful walksintroductionying in the heart of Test Valley, the wide picturesquestockbridge High street reflects its early role as part ofa drovers road where it was common to see flocks of sheepor herds of cattle being driven through the town en routefrom Wales. seek out the drovers House and you can stillspot a sign in Welsh. The town of stockbridge, with its longand varied history, has inspired many poets over the yearsand there is a trail of ten poems, set in stone, metal plaquesand etched glass, for you to follow as you wander throughthe town, discovering its treasures.a brief historyLThe River Test flows through this delightful Hampshire town.Its wide street has an abundance of art galleries, outdoorpursuit and gift shops, restaurants and pubs.Stockbridge means, literally, a bridge over theriver. On a causeway of compressed chalklaid down in the remote past for a crossingof the River Test, Stockbridge is almostmidway between Andover to the northand Romsey to the south. The river isshallow and divides here into five streamswhich thread their way through the marshymeadows and under the main road.1882,Founded inclubton Fishingthe Houghclub inst fishingis the oldend is basedEngland an.in the towDid ?you knowThe prince of WaleEdward Vs,ii, used tonip downto Stockbridge forthe racesbringinghis mistress, LillieLangtry, with him.iyou Dndwko?insets: www.geograph.org.uk Main: test valley borough councilThere were settlements on Stockbridge Down from atleast the second millennium BC; within a short distance arethe impressive earthworks at Danebury, Meon Hill and Woolbury.Two ancient roads meet and cross at Stockbridge, one running eastto west between Winchester and Old Sarum, later Salisbury, andthe other running north and south along the valley of the Test.The prosperity of Stockbridge has always stemmed largely from theroads which pass through it.The valley here is wide enough to have provided a river crossing sinceearliest times and a posting station in Roman times on the road fromWinchester to Sarum. The 'town' (actually little more than a single rowof buildings on each side of the wide main street) grew in importancewhen Welsh drovers rested there with their flocks on their way tovarious sheep fairs and markets in the South East. A thatched cottageknown as 'Drovers House' has the message in Welsh painted on thewall: 'Seasoned hay, tasty pastures, good beer, comfortable beds'.Stockbridge has a 12th century chapel, now known as St Peter's,which was served by the 'head-minster' at King's Somborne, as wereother chapels in the 'hundred'. Thus, although Stockbridge became aflourishing small borough, which eventually gained parliamentaryrepresentation, it never had a parish church of its own until 1848. Itsinhabitants were duly christened, married and buried, but in a chapelserved from King's Somborne.For more information on Stockbridge visitwww.testvalley.gov.uk/tourism2 • THEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDETHEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDE•3events at a glancetockbridge is not just a collection of lovely shops; withits wide georgian High street, it's also a venue for eventsand activities which celebrates the seasons and bringscomplementary opportunities to residents and visitors alike.Visit our websitewww.testvalley.gov.uk/tourismto see whatother events are planned in the area throughout the year.walks & trailstockbridge lies at the heart of the popular Test Valley andfeatures many circular walks for the casual walker, someof which link into longer distance routes. Wonderful featuresare close at hand: stockbridge Marsh, which walkers can reachdirect from the High street and stockbridge down, with itspanoramic views across the valley, are both owned by theNational Trust. Just up the hill towards salisbury is one of themost famous Iron Age Hill Forts in england – danebury. Thesprat and Winkle Line, once a railway line linking southamptonand Andover is now part of the Test Way long distancefootpath and runs through stockbridge. For further informationvisitwww.hants.gov.uk/walkingstockbridge to Mottisfont walkStill using the old railway line, the path passesthrough Stockbridge Common - a quiet world ofreedbeds and waterfowl. Here, beside the water, theClarendon Way (which stretches from Winchester toSalisbury) crosses the valley just before you reach theancient crossing point of Horsebridge. Continue pastone of the few remaining old railway stations (nowprivately owned). On to Lower Brook, cross themeadows and finish this section on grass tracks at the famous Mottisfont Abbey, aNational Trust property whose walled kitchen garden holds the national collectionof old-fashioned roses.www.3.hants.gov.ukssa taste of italysteve greenA traditional Italian market visits Stockbridgein April. Eighteen stalls decorated with the'Tricolore' Italian flag selling food direct fromItalian producers. Take your pick from a widerange of delicious cheeses, cured meats, oliveoils, balsamic vinegars and pastas in all shapesand sizes. You will find a wide selection ofspeciality breads. Also Italian biscuits andsweets to tempt those with a sweet tooth.trout 'n about festival – local food, produce and craftswww.towns.org.ukdavid wheatleyHeld in August, Stockbridgecelebrates the town's reputationas a destination for food lovers.There are around twenty stallsalong the High Street from10am until 4pm. There is awide variety of goods to buyincluding fresh and smokedtrout, Hampshire buffalo meatand venison, ice-cream, bread,cakes, rapeseed oil and jams. Cookery demonstrations will be held throughout theday. Local pubs and restaurants will be offering taster dishes with a voucherscheme to enable visitors to try dishes. A must visit.clarendon wayA 24-mile walk joining the two Wessex cities ofWinchester and Salisbury, The Clarendon Way crossesthe Test Valley between King's Somborne andHoughton. It starts beside the waters of the Itchen inthe heart of Winchester, passing the Horse Monumentat Farley Mount (pictured) and ends near the Avon atSalisbury Cathedral. It provides a splendid variety ofscenery along the way, ranging from the water meadows of the valleys with theircharming villages through woodland – ancient as well as modern – to downlandswith far-ranging views.www.3.hants.gov.ukchristmas shoppingrach hatton-taylorTo get you into the festive spirit and give you achance to do your Chrisrtmas shopping in a relaxedatmosphere, Stockbridge holds a late night eventevery year. which is held on the second Tuesday ofdecember starting at 5.30pm. There will be carolsaround the church tree as well as a chance to visitSanta’s grotto. Mulled wine and festive foods willbe on offer throughout the evening whilst youwander around Stockbridge’s collection of one-off shops offering a wide range ofwonderful gifts. Then perhaps to finish the evening, why not visit one of the manyexcellent eateries in Stockbridge. A perfect ending to a wonderful evening....4•THEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDEtestway walkThis 44-mile long-distance walking route takesyou from its dramatic start, high on the chalk downsat Inkpen, to follow much of the course of the RiverTest to Eling where its tidal waters flow intoSouthampton Water. This is without doubtHampshire´s longest and finest chalk stream, worldfamous for its superb trout fishing (not public use).www. 3.hants.gov.ukTHEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDE•5THEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guidE •5where to visithere are many other visitor attractions within easy-strikingdistance of stockbridge and even more picturesquevillages around the area to explore. It has two churches andlike many of the beautiful villages in the Test Valley, these arecelebrated in a leaflet and book called The churches of TestValley. Also look out for the Test Valley Visitor guide availablefrom Tourist Information centres.where to visit5MottisfontMottisfont, nr Romsey SO51 0LPTel: 01794 340 757T7houghton lodgegardensHoughton, Stockbridge SO20 6LQTel: 01264 810 5021longstock ParknurseryLongstock, nr Stockbridge SO20 6EHTel: 01264 810 8943the Museum ofarmy flyingMiddle Wallop, Stockbridge SO20 8DYTel: 01264 784 421longstock park nursery, part of theleckford estate owned and managedby John lewis partnership, lies withinhampshire's picturesque test valley. thenursery is set in and around a brick andflint walled garden, and is home tonational collections of buddleja andclematis viticella and the gilchristcollection of penstemons. our aim isto supply a wide range of good quality,often unusual, hardy plants. openMonday-saturday 8.30am-4.30pm.sunday 11am-5pm.www.longstocknursery.co.ukunstuffy. Family friendly. hands on;historic aircraft and displayscelebrating 130 years of heroic flyingachievement. 2 flight simulators, rifleranges, 1940s house, play area, shop,cinema, café. alongside workingairfield. plenty of free parking.www.armyflying.comat the heart of this tranquil rural estateis Mottisfont, set in glorious groundsalongside the fast-flowing river test.there are many layers of history for thevisitor to explore, including the gothicremains of the original 13th centuryaugustinian priory. in the mid 20thcentury the final private owner, societyhostess and patron of the arts Maudrussell, used the abbey as a base forher racy and intriguing life.www.nationaltrust.org.uk6danebury vineyardsDanebury House, Nether Wallop SP20 6JXTel: 01264 781 8514danebury iron agehill fortOn A30, West of Stockbridge SO20 6LQpicturesque gardens surroundingthe 18th century cottage ornéoverlooking the river test and watermeadows.enjoy the peaceful walledgarden with espalier fruit trees,beautiful herb garden, rose arches andpeony walk. visit the orchid house,hydroponicum, the alpacas and watchout for the steaming topiary dragon.self-service refreshments in visitorcentre. open: 1st March-31st october10am-5pm. wednesdays and tours ofthe house are by appointment only.admission: adults £5.00. children u14Free. visits to the alpacas a further£2.50. pre-booked groups welcome atspecial rates.www.houghtonlodge.co.uk8sir harold hilliergardensJermyns Lane, Ampfield, Romsey SO32 3QPTel: 01794 369 318only 3 miles from stockbridgefollowing the a30 to salisbury,danebury vineyards are located on thepaddocks of what was a famous 19thcentury racehorse training yard. thevineyards cover 7 acres (2.8ha) ofsheltered, south-facing fields on chalkand flint-stone soil. our first vineswere planted in 1988 and today weproduce two single-grape still whitewines: Madeleine angevine andschönburger, together with our‘cossack’ vintage sparkling wine.please note we are not open to thepublic but you can visit our websitefor details of our open daysthroughout the year.www.danebury.com2longstock Parkwater gardenLongstock, nr Stockbridge SO20 6JFTel: 01264 810 904the seclusion of the garden and itsmixed habitats attract a variety ofwildlife. as well as water birdsincluding herons, moorhens andkingfishers, there are many speciesof freshwater fish - pike, roach, breamgolden orfe and four types of carp,including Japanese koi carp. charityopen days 2pm - 5pm on the firstand third sunday april-september.www.longstockpark.co.uk6•THEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDEdanebury iron age hill Fort is 2,500years old. it is a nationally importantscheduled ancient Monument and alsoa site of special scientific interest... it'salso a great place for kite flying!danebury is 4km north west ofstockbridge. the site is open all day,every day, free entry with ample freeparking, and toilets are open from aprilto october. telephone to check foroccasional closures for essential worksor unforeseen emergencies.www.3.hants.gov.ukopen all year, we offer 180 acres ofinspiration and discovery for all ages.exciting children’s play features includestunning tree house, flying carpet swingand bamboo tunnels. visit snufflingsaddleback pigs in the woodlands.beautiful themed landscapes. excellentrestaurant and tearooms, both servinghot and cold lunches.www.hilliergardens.org.ukTHEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDE•7Map of stockbridgeMap of stockbridgewhere to visit1longstock park nursery(10 mins by car)2longstock park water garden(10 mins by car)3the Museum of army Flying(10 mins by car)4danebury iron age hill Fort(5 mins by car)5Mottisfont (20 mins by car)6danebury vineyards(10 mins by car)7houghton lodge gardens(7 mins by car)8sir harold hillier gardens(20 mins by car)Page666677773 641 242 2125where to shop91011121314151617Page12 2019 1827151013 1614917 112322sean cooper sofas ltdbroughton craftsthe bakhtiyar gallerythe river dental cosmetic cliniccourcoux & courcouxstockbridge gallery & Framinglisa sansom interiorsthe wykeham gallerybergman & brown101010101111111111where to eat1819202122Pagestokespurbani restaurantthe greyhoundthe Mayfly (6 mins by car)Fox & hounds(13 mins by car)23black bean restaurant24the peat spade inn(4 mins by car)25clos du Marquis12121213513131313Pagewhere to stay26yew tree barn(6 mins by car)27the grosvenor hotel14148•THEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDE26 78was a 0s, Stockbridge‘roand th tten boroughe Town’Hallgiven to the lo wascavotersas a br libe!haMpshire record oFFice www.hants.gov.uk/archivesiyou Dndk ow?In the170circa 1904circa 1950circa 1967THEsTockbRIdgePOCKET guIDE•9
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