Ward in New Forest, Hampshire, England
Within New Forest National Park
| Coordinates: | 50.804, -1.73 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 19 00 |
| Dialling code: | 01425 (Ringwood) |
The ward covering Bransgore, Burley, Sopley and the eastern part of Ringwood sits on the northern edge of the New Forest in Hampshire, England. It blends open heaths, mixed woodland and riverside lowland with farmland and village greens, giving a strongly rural feel while remaining within easy reach of larger towns on the south coast.
Locally the area attracts visitors for its traditional village life - Burley has a reputation for witchcraft folklore and tourist shops, and Ringwood retains its market‑town character and a well‑known brewery - while farming, small‑scale forestry, tourism and commuting underpin the economy. Conservation areas, historic churches and active community halls and clubs help preserve local traditions and outdoor recreation, so the ward combines heritage, countryside leisure and practical rural services.
BH23 8AF, BH23 8EW, BH24 4AR, BH23 8NW, BH23 8JS, BH23 8HB, BH23 8NS, BH23 8AA, BH23 8BU … See all