CONTACT US If you wish to contact us or contribute to this website please email the Dummer Life email address below. The website is maintained by villagers and whilst we check the email regularly please bear with us if we do not get back to you straight away. We do not use a Contact Forms with this website as we do not retain personal information for purposes of marketing. Any cookies associated with this website will in accordance with regulatory requirements. enquiriesdummerlife@gmail.com For All Saints' enquiries: Church Of England Site, Benefice of Farleigh, Candovers and Wield For the Parish Magazine 'Hill and Dale' beneficeFCW@hotmail.com For Dummer Village Hall enquiries contact: dvhwegs@gmail.com For Dummer Parish Council Enquiries contact the Parish Council Clerk: clerk@dummerparishcouncil.gov.uk WHAT THREE WORDS FOR VILLAGE CENTRE: what3words /// The simplest way to talk about location Church Of England Site Mail Mail Mail Mail

Transport Dummer has exceptional transport links and is a quarter of a mile from Junction 7 of the M3/A303. To the back of Dummer the road takes you to the A30 leading on to A33/A303 and from A33 to A34 near Winchester. In addition Basingstoke Train Station is just 20 minutes away by car with direct links and fast trains to Waterloo London via South Western Railways with on average 2 to 3 trains per hour taking around 48 minutes to reach London. London Heathrow airport is just over 40 miles away and on average, traffic permitting, and under 40 minutes by car. Stagecoach Buses runs a village bus route through the village on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 10-10:20am outward and return in the afternoon from the bus station. Times and days may vary so please check the website for information. There are three bus stop locations in the village. The junction of Bible Fields and Tower Hill Bus Shelter by All Saints' Church Bus Shelter as you leave the village in Down Street Timetables are available in the bus shelters or check the Stage coach website. There are numerous taxi services available in and around Dummer. To view the list of registered taxi firms click below: South Western Railways Heathrow Airport Stagecoach Buses Local Registered Taxi Firms

Dummer Village Recreation Ground provide an ideal open space for children and adults to play and exercise. It has two tennis courts, play facilities, football goals and wild flower meadow. Additional facilities may be available soon.

VILLAGE LIFE Keep up to date with current news and items of interest as well as explore all Dummer has to offer. Latest News Latest news and interesting reads about the village If you'd like to contribute to any sections about the village do email: enquiriesdummerlife@gmail.com Find out more Dummer is surrounded by local venues offering events, activities, places to stay, shop and explore. Within the Explore option you can view lists and links to the following: Architecture to explore Places to shop, eat and drink Places to stay Sports & activities Walks & Nature Village History A brief history about Dummer and where the name comes from. Latest News History Explore the Village

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Education There are numerous educational institutions in the local area. Whether you are looking for local government, independent, special education needs or others for all ages we recommend that you carry out a search using the Governments' Get Information About Schools webpage: Get Information about Schools - GOV.UK There are several local government schools that some of the younger children of Dummer attend below. For Secondary Schools or College Education please use the link above: Candover Valley Pre-school Alresford Road, Preston Candover, Basingstoke, Hants, RG25 2EE 01256 389008 Cliddesden Primary School Cliddesden, Basingstoke, Hants RG25 2QU 01256 321571 Cuckoo Meadow Pre-school Rathbone Pavilion, Church Road, North Waltham, Basingstoke, RG25 2BL 01256 398172 Hounsome Fields Primary School [NEW - OPENS 2026] Hounsome Fields Primary School, Tree Top Avenue, Basingstoke Hampshire, RG23 7GJ 01276 930 264 Kempshott Infant School Old Down Close & Homesteads Road, Basingstoke RG22 5LL 01256 461795 Kempshott Junior School Old Down Close & Homesteads Road, Basingstoke RG22 5LL 01256 461795 North Waltham Primary School Elementary school in Basingstoke, Church Rd, Basingstoke RG25 2BL · 01256 397344 Oakley Infant School Elementary school in Basingstoke, Oakley Lane, Basingstoke RG23 7JZ 01256 780445 Oakley C of E Junior School Elementary school in Basingstoke, Oakley Ln, Basingstoke RG23 7JZ 01256 780433 Preston Candover Primary School Elementary school in Preston Candover, Preston Candover RG25 2EE 01256 389278 St Mark's C E Primary School Elementary school, Danebury Rd, Basingstoke 01256 346111

Walks & Nature There's lots to do and explore in the Village and we hope the below categories are of interest Shopping & Food & Drink Walks & Nature Sports, Clubs & Wellness Architecture & More Places to Stay Camino Pilgrim - The Confraternity of St. James The Camino Pilgrimage walk - Confraternity of St. James passes through Dummer with two options for pilgrims. A stamp is available in All Saints Church Dummer as well as The Queen Inn Public House. View More Dummer Circular A great walk exploring the rolling downs south of the Hampshire village of Dummer, only about 6 miles south of the centre of Basingstoke and just off J7 of the M3. This route has three easy options for a meal/ drink before or after at the three nearby pubs. Walking is good with some sections paved. View More Dummer Green Group Dummer Green Group has a passion and appreciation of wildlife within the village providing meadow management for its local wildflower meadow – it regularly organises events and activities such as pond dipping and more for all ages. View More Ordnance Survey Bench Marks There are two OS Bench Marks in Dummer. One located at All Saints' Church, which is 163.257m above sea level and the other inside Lynton Cottage, 165.695m above sea level and in its day the highest residential benchmark in Hampshire. OS Benchmarks ceased to be used from the 1980s. They were carved into structures across the UK to record heights for mapping purposes and depict a level line with arrow pointing upwards. View More Treadmill The Treadmill in Down Street was built in 1879 to supply the village with water. The building housing it, and the wheel, were restored and put into working order in 1971 and again in 1993. It is Grade 11 listed View More Village Pond The village pond has been lovingly restored by villagers who have set up their own group known as the Mudlarks. Supported by Dummer Parish Council and donations the pond was refurbished in 2023 and now is home to a family of moorhens, numerous newts and additional pond life. Email us if you need more info. View More Wayfarers walk The Wayfarers Walk is a 70-mile, long-distance walking route. The route will take you from its dramatic start, high on the chalk downs at Inkpen to finish at Emsworth Harbour. To view more about the Dummer to Alsresford. View More More Walks & Hikes around Dummer Walks and hikes around Dummer offer a peaceful retreat into the countryside. Dummerl village provides a starting point for exploring the surrounding rural landscape, characterized by a mixture of woodlands and open fields. View More

EMERGENCY & HEALTH If you are new to the area the below may help with finding relevant and appropriate services. In an emergency call 999. Less urgent call 111. PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE CURRENTLY TWO DEFIBRILLATORS IN THE VILLAGE The Queen Inn Pub Dummer, Down St, Dummer, Basingstoke RG25 2AD what3words /// The simplest way to talk about location https://what3words.com/symphony.skewing.tailors The Cricket Centre at Dummer Down Farm, RG25 2AR what3words /// The simplest way to talk about location https://what3words.com/stylists.call.vanished Age UK Care and support for the elderly | Age UK Age UK Advice Line 0800 678 1602 Free to call 8am – 7pm 365 days a year Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council For anything else regarding Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council Beggarwood Dental Practice Beggarwood Dental Surgery is a mixed practice catering for both NHS and Private patients. Beggarwood Medical practice Beggarwood Doctors Surgery: 01256 479747 https://cghpartnership.co.uk/ Electric Check which Electric Company you are with for any electrical issues. National Grid - Find your electricity supplier Fly Tipping Fly Tipping Reports to go to Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council Fly Tipping Reports Gas Leak Smell gas or suspect a leak? (Please note that Village is not on mains Gas) Call 0800 111 999 * (24 hours a day – free to call). To report a gas or carbon monoxide emergency, call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999 The Hampshire Vet New local vets run independently. Carefully chosen the veterinary team bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the practice and have individually obtained high standards of professional qualification. Hampshire Highways Hampshire Highways: Pot Hole Hampshire County Council Highways | Transport and roads | Hampshire County Council Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service, Official website of Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service. In an emergency call 999 Hampshire & Isle of Wight Police Non-emergency enquiries 101. PCSO 13301 Andy Jones: Call mobile: 07775 542021 Email: andrew.jones.13301@hampshire.police.uk Or call Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 www.hampshire.police.uk In an emergency call 999 Helping Hands Care Services Helping Hands Home Care Basingstoke Business Address: Champion House, Flavo Suite, Wella Rd, Basingstoke RG22 4AG Phone number: 01256 591776 Website: https://www.helpinghandshomecare.co.uk/our-locations/basingstoke/ Lost Dogs & Abandoned & Injured Animals Local Dog Warden: Contact Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council: 01256 844 844 (24 hours) RSPCA Basingstoke & Andover: Basingstoke & Andover Branch - Home - rspca.org.uk - RSPCA HART Wildlife Rescue - Here to help wild animals in the Hampshire area Medical Equipment Loan For temporary loan of medical equipment call the Medical Loan Centre (Red Cross): 0344 871 1111. Precision Rehab At Precision Rehab Limited we have over 30 years experience of assessing and supplying specialist powered wheelchairs. Tel: 01256 300111 Email: info@precisionrehab.co.uk Watership Down Health Watership Down Health has several surgeries. Overton, Oakley, Whitchurch and Kingsclere. Water issues Water: [Check which water company you are with firstly] South East Water: Report A Leak | South East Water Southern Water: Reporting a water leak in a public place | Southern Water Thames Water: Leaks at home | Water and waste help | Thames Water

Dummer Down Farm has its own brewery onsite called Dummer Down Brewery. It brews its own beer and has local guest beers also. Additionally has a Tap Room with wood burner and outdoor seating, a barn with large stage and smaller intimate stage for music. The Tap Room Xmas Party 2025

Dummer Village Hall Dummer Village Hall in its current form was rebuilt 25 years ago from a previous wooden hut provided for farm workers called the Reading Rooms. It is centrally placed in Up Street, Dummer with regular classes and activities ranging from dance and yoga classes, to celebrations, village plays and music nights. Dummer Village Hall Website Bookings Classes Events at the Hall

Shops, Food & Drink There's lots to do and explore in the Village and we hope the below categories are of interest Walks & Nature Sports, Cubs & Wellness Shops, Food & Drink Architecture Places to stay BelArto Fine Art framing Dummer Down Farm based, belArto is passionate about Art and specialise in Bespoke Framing solutions, focusing on producing quality workmanship using specifically selected materials. View More Board & Bread Oak chopping Boards Bespoke oak chopping boards, cheeseboards and platters crafted by local resident. Items built to order and lovingly made. View More Brewery & Farm Dummer Down Farm and Dummer Down Brewery was established in 2021 and has grown in popularity and regularly holds events and festivals throughout the summer as well as providing camping facilities. View More Chase Cricket Chase Services repairs & Refurbishments. The Dummer workshop in provides a comprehensive bat repair
 service for all makes of bat, ranging from an end of season
 refurbishment to a major repair. View More Dovetails Joinery Dovetail Joinery creates bespoke furniture products that combine innovative design and traditional workmanship with a passion for solving the challenges that come with individuality. Function, reliability and a style that’s all yours for years to come. View More Dummer Fair The Dummer Fair has been held around Michaelmas for over 25 years. Held at the Dummer Cricket Centre in Basingstoke and featuring over 80 stalls, the fair attracts over 1000 visitors. Stalls range from crafts and food to clothing and gifts. There is sure to be plenty to tempt you for early Christmas gifts or just to treat yourself! View More Dummer Garden Centre Basingstoke garden Centre in Dummer offers top quality plants, gardening tools, furniture and garden essentials, bird care products, floristry and plants, homeware and gifts. It is dog friendly and includes a small cafe owned by Honesty Group. View More Food Doula Food support delivered to your door. Postpartum food support when you need it most, to aid a softer landing into parenthood in the earliest days or to benefit from at any point in your Fourth Trimester. The meals, snacks & herbal tonics are all designed with principles from the ancient traditions of Ayurveda & Traditional Chinese Medicine. View More Henry Mann Violin Maker Henry Mann, who graduated from The Newark School of Violin Making in 2018, is a maker of contemporary violins, violas and cellos, based in Dummer. His currently collaborating with specialists across the country and creating unique instruments of his own design. View More Honesty Bakery & Shop Founded in 2014 by Romilla Arber, a home cook turned food activist, who believed in one thing: Food should be made with care, not chemicals. Raised in a household where baking bread was the norm, Romilla has never bought into the convenience food culture. When she moved to rural Hampshire and couldn’t find a decent loaf, she decided to do something about it. View More Newspapers & Post Office Services Dummer villagers can order their newspapers from Kempshott Post Office and store. They are delivered to the lychgate at the entrance to All Saints' Church and stored in a large storage box. 147 Pack Lane, Kempshott, Basingstoke, United Kingdom +44 1256 465517 Additionally a post office van visits the village every Wednesday at 11am and parks outside the Village Hall. View More ProGolfOnline Owned by local Dummer resident, Clive Riches, Progolfonline offers everything you could possibly want to start or upgrade your golf hobby. You can buy clubs, bags & trolleys, clothing, technology, accessories and much more. It also offers trade in and second hand equipment. Clive also offers local residents a generous discount if contacted directly. View More Serious Sport Established in 2005, as a specialist sports clothing and teamwear company, Serious Sport provides high-quality team clothing and personalised sportswear, delivered in just 5-7 working days. Serious Sport is now one of the fastest-growing teamwear companies in the UK due to its philosophy of offering quality garments, backed up with unrivalled quality service at competitive prices. View More The Queen Inn The Queen Inn is located in the centre of the beautiful, picture postcard village of Dummer in Hampshire. The perfect country escape yet only ½ a mile from J7 of the M3 and less than 10 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of busy Basingstoke. In case you need to keep connected, we have FREE WIFI for your use. View More The Sun Inn Our three rosettes chef Francis Das has been involved with the provision of fine dining and quality cuisine since the 1990's and has served as Executive Head Chef at a number of prestigious locations. He has a wide knowledge of British & international food and has developed impressive menus influenced by diverse regional cultures. View More Worthy Earth Market Garden Established in 2020 Worthy Earth is a flourishing market garden, which designs and manages nine sites including one at Dummer Down Farm. The gardens provide fresh, organically-grown produce to the local area and serve as natural hubs of social engagement and learning. Worthy Earth at Dummer has recently built a barn where it sells it's fresh produce on a Friday as well as enjoy produce made onsite in its small outdoor cafe or even relax with its 9am yoga sessions. View More Worthy Lamb First generation farmers supplying grass fed lamb boxes to Kingsworthy and surrounding areas. Worthy Lamb regularly are grazed on Dummer Down Farm land and in the surrounding area. Lamb can be purchased by contact via the businesses Facebook page or emailing: kworthylamb@gmail.com View More

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