Parish in Basingstoke and Deane, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.309, -1.025 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 68 57 |
| Dialling code: | 01256 (Basingstoke) |
Sherfield on Loddon is a rural village and civil parish in the borough of Basingstoke and Deane, in Hampshire, England, set in the gently rolling valley of the River Loddon. The river and surrounding floodplain give the area a strong sense of countryside - there are woods, ponds and riverside walks popular with local people and wildlife - while the parish sits within easy commuting distance of Reading and Basingstoke, so many residents combine village life with work in nearby towns.
The settlement retains a historic core with a village church, community hall and several listed buildings, and the local economy remains a mix of agriculture, small businesses and commuters. There is an active parish community with regular events and conservation-minded groups who look after the river and green spaces, giving Sherfield on Loddon a quiet, community-focused character with visible historic roots.
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