Local Provenance - food, drink & local shops

THE OLD HOUSE AT HOME

A lucky find in the centre of Romsey

Bespoke events . Celebrations . Birthdays . Baby showers . Funeral receptions

62 Love Lane, Romsey SO51 8DE | 01794 513175 theoldhouseathomeromsey@gmail.com www.theoldhouseathomeromsey.co.uk

A beautiful 17th century pub just a 2 minute stroll from the centre of Romsey town. Romsey’s only thatched roof pub retains its old world grace & charm, a pretty garden, and a covered/heated area for those nippy evenings. It’s popular with locals, visitors and foodies alike. Great beers, excellent food, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Test Valley Photography Competition 2020

Congratulations to Lyndsey Vilder whose photo of swans (front cover image here) was chosen as the winner of the Visit Test Valley Photography competition. A high number of images were submitted, all of which showcased the beauty of Test Valley. Runner up entries:

Michael Wright

If a tearoom or café is more your cup of tea, Honesty at Houghton Lodge Garden serves up a menu of treats during the garden’s opening season (Apr - Sept) Miss Moody’s Tudor Tea Room in Romsey gives visitors the chance to enjoy the oldfashioned pleasure of traditional bone-china teacups as well as the delights of homemade cakes, scones, and light lunches. For something a little different The Apache Café at the Army Flying Museum offers views across the active Army Air Corps airfield, which is adjacent to the museum, you can enjoy a bite to eat whilst watching the helicopters. If you’re looking for a bite that’s vegetarian or vegan you’ve got plenty of choices. That Little Tea Shop in Romsey has a large vegan breakfast and lunch menu, which includes a full breakfast and vegan cheese. Chalkhill Blue in Andover offers a full vegan menu with starter, main, and dessert options.

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A place to sit, relax and sample delicious homemade sandwiches, salads, cakes and sweet treats! Ample parking | Dog friendly

Set in the historic Weyhill Fairground located in Weyhill, Hampshire SP11 0QN

www.fairgroundcraft.co.uk/the-fairground-cafe

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The Wykeham Gallery located in Stockbridge, is one of the country’s leading contemporary art galleries. Exhibiting paintings of all media, as well as an extensive selection of bronze sculptures, ceramics and glass. Visit the Sculpture Garden at the rear of the gallery to browse items in the environment.

High Street, Stockbridge, SO20 6HE 01264 810364 | enquiries@wykehamgallery.co.uk www.wykehamgallery.co.uk

Beautifully decorated cafe in Ampfield, Nr Romsey. Serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.

Homemade cakes and fabulous Moon Roast coffee Sunny little courtyard to enjoy the English weather! Gift shop also open offering a fabulous opportunity to pick up a little treat for yourself or your loved ones!We look forward to seeing you soon!

OPEN: Tuesday – Sunday 8am – 5pm April – September 8am – 4pm October – March

www.cafebinghams.com

Dogs, cyclists & everyone very welcome!

The Test Valley is a hidden part of rural Hampshire. It’s many delightful villages are full of character and bursting with life. There is pride in supporting

one another – a feature that shone

through during 2020. Test Valley has a good number of village shops –some very small others full of the latest technology but all offering local services and selling local produce to residents and visitors alike. However, Test Valley is unusual in that six of these village shops are owned by their local community: • Abbotts Ann Village Shop and Post Office • Braishfield Pantry

Abbotts Ann Shop

Broughton Shop

• Broughton Community Shop • Clatford Village Store • The Wallops Village Shop • West Tytherley Village Shop In addition the borough recently acquired its first community-owned pub – The Plough in Longparish

https://www.ploughahead.co.uk

These fantastic community assets provide a focus for rural communities and a very warm welcome to all our visitors.

Clatford Village Store

Artist in residence

LifeCare Residences. Where every resident shapes the community.

What really makes our retirement community is you. Reflecting on 12 remarkable years, filled with wonderful memories, it is the vibrant resident community that makes Grove Place a truly exceptional retirement choice. And, as we embark on the next 12 years, we welcome you on our journey to becoming even more exceptional. This family-owned retirement village, with an Elizabethan, Grade I listed Manor house at its heart, is underpinned by a sense of community, like-minded people, a wealth of amenities and hotel-inspired facilities, coupled with easy access to 27 acres of open spaces in which to relax. Lifestyle and wellbeing are at the heart of the Grove Place offering and 24-hour care is available should you need it. An enriching environment for you and peace of mind for your family. Rediscover your passion. Unlock your future.

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