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Peak Copse

Peak Copse. Mixed plantation woodland. About the site. Peak copse is a small block of woodland situated alongside the Wayfarer’s Walk. Address. Kempshott Park, Basingstoke. Get directions to Peak Copse. Contact us. North Area Office, Basing House

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New schools and Family Hubs included in multi-million programme of investment

Ten new schools, including two special schools, are planned to open in Hampshire over the next three years, as part of a £633 million investment in the county’s education estate

Download the OurHants mobile app

The new OurHants mobile app gives you convenient access to Hampshire County Council services and notifications from your mobile phone or tablet.

Castle Shore Local Nature Reserve

Castle Shore Local Nature Reserve. A grassland amenity area on the shores of Portsmouth Harbour next to the historic Portchester Castle. About the site. Next to the site lies the historic Portchester Castle which dates back to the Roman period.

Area ensembles

Hampshire Music Service music ensembles organised by geographical area

Music education

Why volunteer?

Hampshire County Council. Benefits to volunteering: Learn a range of new skills, build confidence, meet new people, support your local community.

Volunteering

Meon Valley Trail

Meon Valley Trail. A trail for everyone. About the site. The Meon Valley Trail provides car free access into the South Downs, linking rural communities and showcasing the beautiful countryside of the Meon Valley. It is the perfect introduction into

Work on upgraded Havant footbridge to start later this year following Hampshire County Council approval

Work to upgrade Havant’s ageing 79-year-old footbridge is set to begin later this year, following approval from Hampshire County Council

Volunteering

As a Library volunteer, you could be helping our library customers, running events or organising activities for children or adults.

Hampshire campaign urges residents to reflect on alcohol’s role in relationships as domestic abuse awareness campaign continues

To mark Alcohol Awareness Week, Hampshire residents are being encouraged to consider the impact alcohol can have on their lives and relationships, while a county-wide domestic abuse awareness campaign continues during the men’s World Cup

Crab Wood Local Nature Reserve

Crab Wood Local Nature Reserve. Ancient woodlands of oak, ash, maple and hazel coppice, with a rich flora and fauna. About the site. Crab Wood is a fine example of ancient coppiced woodland. Visitors are welcome to bring picnics and follow

Connect To Work - A Chance for Employers to Drive Local Growth and Opportunity

Hampshire is set to benefit from a £18.7million boost to the local economy by helping thousands of people into meaningful employment

Don’t get spooked by the deadline – apply for your child’s secondary school place by 31 October

Parents with children due to start secondary school next year can now apply for their child’s school place

Celebrating success and looking forward: Hampshire’s college and sixth form students to receive 2025 exam results

This Thursday (14 August) marks a major milestone for thousands of young people across Hampshire as they receive the results of their A-Levels, T-Levels, vocational qualifications and apprenticeships. These achievements reflect months of dedication

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens scoops Gold award from Britain in Bloom South and South-East

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens scoops Gold award from Britain in Bloom South and South-East. read ( words). Oct 20 2021. Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Romsey has won Gold for the eighth year running in the annual Britain in Bloom South and South-East

Public consultation on future of Smannell and Enham Church of England Primary School, Andover

Residents of a village on the edge of Andover are being asked for their initial views on the proposed closure of Smannell and Enham Church of England Primary School

Wildlife

Learn where and when to spot some of the wildlife that calls Titchfield Haven home

Consumer advice

Consumer advice in Hampshire is provided by the Citizens Advice consumer service. It provides free, confidential and impartial advice on consumer issues.

Ringwood care home recognised with Veteran Friendly Framework status ahead of Armed Forces Day

Residents at Bickerley Green care home in Ringwood now benefit from enhanced support and more personalised care after the home achieved Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) status

Have your say: Hampshire Minerals & Waste Plan updates

Hampshire County Council and partner authorities responsible for Hampshire’s Minerals and Waste Plan are inviting people to have their say on proposed modifications to the Plan

Botley Bypass - drivers reminded to allow more time for journeys ahead of road closures over May half-term

Road users are being reminded to allow more time for journeys ahead of planned road closures needed to build a new roundabout at the junction of the A3051 and A334 - an integral part of the wider Botley Bypass improvements

Hampshire County Council to consider ‘Active Travel’ improvement scheme for Andover town centre

A scheme to improve walking, wheeling, and cycling between Andover town centre and residential areas to the east of the town is set to be considered by Hampshire County Council at the beginning of March

A system that works for all – New plan to transform special needs support in Hampshire

An inclusive education system that supports children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) from early years right through to adulthood - that's the vision of a new landmark plan to transform SEND support in

Council tax, budget, spending and performance

Information about council tax, budget, spending and performance

Budgets and spending