Ward in Basingstoke and Deane, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.241, -1.043 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 66 49 |
| Dialling code: | 01256 (Basingstoke) |
The ward sits within Basingstoke and Deane in rural Hampshire, centred on the picturesque village of Upton Grey and a scatter of surrounding hamlets and farmland. It occupies rolling chalk downland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is within easy commuting distance of the market town of Basingstoke and other centres in England.
Locally the area is noted for its period cottages, a historic parish church and strong agricultural character, with mixed farming and equestrian activity common. Community life is active for a rural ward, with village halls, clubs and seasonal events playing an important social role, while conservation designations and a number of listed buildings give the place a distinct historic and scenic appeal.
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