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Area Guide to Hook

18th August 2024

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Welcome to Hook, Hampshire

The village of Hook has a thriving community and real charm that is hard not to love. With excellent transport links to London, great schools, village events and all the amenities you could need, there are plenty of reasons to consider Hook, Hampshire for your next move.

Here are some of our personal favourite things about Hook

We love the unique vibe of Hook and there are some lovely attractions and unmissable events for residents and visitors alike…

Mattingley Church

Church Lane, Mattingley, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 8LA

This beautiful, Grade I listed, timber-framed church is an unusual and tranquil place to visit. Locally made bricks are inlayed between the timbers, giving a striking look that is certainly worth taking the time to admire.

King John’s Castle

North Warnborough, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1HQ

The ruined Odiham Castle, known locally as King John’s Castle, has hosted many important events in its time including the signing of the Magna Carta and holding a Scottish King prisoner.

Pennybridge Farm

Greywell Road, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9GT

Meet your neighbours… the alpacas of Pennybridge Farm! This delightful farm offers meet and greets, walks and even alpacas for sale.

West Green House Garden

West Green House Garden

West Green, Hartley Wintney, Hampshire, RG27 8JB

Just outside Hook, this National Trust property makes for a lovely change of scenery. Enjoy a series of walled gardens surrounding an 18th century house, with walks, follies, a lake and even a grand water staircase.

Annual events

Hook Hampshire hosts fantastic annual events including Hook Flower and Produce Show; Hook Summer Fair; and Off The Hook Fest. Meet with friends, celebrate your community and love where you live.

Eating out, in and around Hook

Nearby Basingstoke offers chain restaurants and a good selection of places to eat, but head to Hook’s village centre for a choice of independent eateries.

The Raven

Station Road, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9HS

The Raven Hotel and Pub has a large, varied menu with all the classics and much more to choose from. The Sunday roast has got to be a firm favourite.

Hartletts Café

Ravenscroft, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9NN

Fresh, delicious food and a friendly atmosphere; this gem of a café is likely to become a regular haunt when you move to Hook.

Hook Tandoori

1 Fairholme Parade, Station Road, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9HE

This award-winning Indian restaurant is extremely popular for both dine-in and takeaway. The food is delicious whether you choose your usual dish or opt for something more adventurous.

Hook Education

Houses for sale in Hook Hampshire are popular with families and it is good to know that there are some excellent schools for the youngest residents.

Hook Junior School, Hook-with-Warsash CofE Primary School, and Hook Infant School are all very well regarded and schools for older children can be found in the nearby villages and Basingstoke.

Transport links

Hook is also popular with commuters, many choosing to live here and travel to London. There are fantastic road links with easy access to the M3 and M4 meaning London is an approximate one hour journey away by car. Direct trains from Hook Train Station also take approximately one hour to London.

Nearby Basingstoke, Winchester and even Reading or Southampton are all also within commuter distance.

If you are considering air travel, Southampton Airport is approximately 35 mins away by car, and Heathrow can be reached in 40 mins.

Houses for sale in Hook

As mentioned, Hook is a popular choice for families and commuters, and there is something for every house hunter. Houses in the area tend to be modern but there are also some character properties to choose from. Please get in touch and we will be happy to help guide your search.

Houses to rent Hook

With the rental market still so strong across the country, it is no surprise that you will find plenty of rental properties in Hook. Whether you are looking for a one-bedroom flat or family home, we are sure you will find your dream property in Hook.

Get in touch

If you are considering a move to the area and are searching for property for sale in Hook Hampshire, we are here to help. Our local team of experts at Charters Fleet know the property market inside out and will be happy to answer all your questions. Please pay them a visit or get in touch to find out more.

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