Parish in Winchester, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.089, -1.342 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 46 32 |
| Dialling code: | 01962 (Winchester) |
The civil parish of Littleton and Harestock sits on the north‑western fringe of Winchester in Hampshire, England, where suburban housing meets farmland and rolling chalk downland. Littleton retains a compact, historic village feel with older cottages and a parish church, while Harestock is a largely residential suburb developed in the 20th century; both are threaded with footpaths and hedged lanes that make them popular for walkers enjoying the surrounding countryside.
Locally the area is predominantly residential and commuter‑oriented, with people travelling into Winchester or further afield using nearby road links such as the A34 and M3, but there are still village amenities, a primary school, a village hall, sports clubs and occasional community events and fêtes. The parish’s character is a mix of agricultural heritage and modern suburban living, reflecting centuries of local history without losing a close‑knit, community spirit.
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