Hannington, Hampshire
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Hannington is a parish in Hampshire, UK. It is situated between Basingstoke and Newbury, on the Hampshire Downs in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. In the 2001 census it had a population of 332 people.
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[edit] History and Architecture
At its centre is the village green, on the edge of which is All Saints' Church, some parts of which date from the 11th century. There are also many buildings listed as Grade II of significant local historical and architectural importance.
The village's only Public House, The Vine At Hannington, has views over the Hampshire Downs and is a popular stopping point for hikers following the Wayfarer's Walk. Originally called The Wellington Arms, the pub stands on land that once belonged to the estate of the Duke of Wellington.
[edit] Hannington Silver Band
The Hannington Silver Band celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2004 and regularly plays at churches, fetes and halls in the area.
[edit] Country Fair and Barbeque
The Hannington Country Fair and Barbeque is held every two years on the village green and surrounding land and attracts visitors from all over the county and beyond.
[edit] Transmitter Mast
Hannington is also the name given to the nearby TV and radio transmitter on Cottington Hill.
[edit] External links
- Hannington Parish page on UKParishes.co.uk
- Wayfarer's Walk
- The Vine At Hannington
- Hannington Country Fair and Barbeque
- Hannington Transmitter page on mb21
- Map sources for Hannington, Hampshire
