# Stubbington: Full Reference > Local news and community guide for Stubbington, Hampshire. A village between Lee-on-the-Solent and Fareham with a strong sense of community. ## Areas ### Village Centre Stubbington's village centre is the compact heart of the community, clustered around the junction of Stubbington Lane, Gosport Road, and Bell Lane. This is where the post office, local shops, pubs, takeaways, and essential services are concentrated in a short stretch that has served as the village's... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/areas/village-centre ### Stubbington Green Stubbington Green and its surrounding streets form the traditional residential heart of the village, spreading south and east from the village centre along Marks Road, Mays Lane, and the connecting residential roads. This is where much of Stubbington's established housing stock is found, a mixture o... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/areas/stubbington-green ### Peel Common Peel Common lies to the south-east of Stubbington village, forming a transitional area between the village and the Gosport peninsula. The name refers to the open common land that historically separated Stubbington from Lee-on-the-Solent, though much of this has been developed or repurposed over the ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/areas/peel-common ### Crofton Crofton stretches along the northern edge of Stubbington, centred on Crofton Lane and extending toward the Fareham boundary. The name is shared between Stubbington's Crofton area and the Crofton district within Fareham itself, and the boundary between the two is blurred in practice, with residents o... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/areas/crofton ### Hill Head Borders The south-western edge of Stubbington merges gradually into the coastal settlement of Hill Head, with the boundary between the two being more administrative than physical. The streets in this transitional zone, running along Holly Hill Lane and the connecting roads south of Stubbington Lane, enjoy a... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/areas/hill-head-borders ### Titchfield Common Borders The western and north-western edges of Stubbington adjoin the open land and scattered development around Titchfield Common, creating a rural buffer between the village and the historic settlement of Titchfield. This area, reached via Titchfield Road and the lanes running westward from the village, r... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/areas/titchfield-common-borders ## Guides ### Restaurants in Stubbington Stubbington is not a restaurant destination in the way that Fareham or Southsea might be, but there are decent options for eating out within the village and a short drive in any direction opens up con... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/restaurants ### Cafes in Stubbington Stubbington has a modest cafe scene that reflects its village character. You will not find artisan coffee roasters or brunch queues here, but there are places to sit with a cup of tea and a sandwich. ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/cafes ### Pubs in Stubbington Stubbington's pub scene is centred on The Golden Bowler, which sits in the village centre and serves as the main social hub for residents who want a pint without getting in the car. The Golden Bowler ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/pubs ### Takeaways in Stubbington Stubbington has a reasonable selection of takeaway options for a village of its size, concentrated in and around the village centre on Stubbington Lane and Gosport Road. Fish and chips are well repre... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/takeaways ### Doctors and GP Surgeries in Stubbington Stubbington is served by GP practices within the village and in the immediate surrounding area. The Stubbington Medical Practice provides primary care services from its surgery in the village, serving... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/doctors ### Dentists in Stubbington Dental provision in Stubbington and the surrounding area includes both NHS and private practices. Finding an NHS dentist accepting new patients can be a challenge across south Hampshire, as it is in m... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/dentists ### Pharmacies in Stubbington Stubbington has pharmacy provision within the village, providing prescription dispensing, over-the-counter medicines, and the range of services now offered by community pharmacies including flu vaccin... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/pharmacies ### Schools in Stubbington Stubbington is well served by schools at both primary and secondary level, and the quality of local education is one of the factors that attracts families to the village. At primary level, Crofton An... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/schools ### Parking in Stubbington Parking in Stubbington is generally straightforward. The village centre has on-street parking along Stubbington Lane, Gosport Road, and the surrounding side streets, and most of the time there are spa... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/parking ### Buses in Stubbington Stubbington is served by bus routes connecting the village to Fareham, Gosport, and Lee-on-the-Solent. The services are operated by First Hampshire and Dorset and provide the main public transport lin... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/buses ### Getting to Stubbington Stubbington is located in south Hampshire, between Fareham and the coast at Hill Head and Lee-on-the-Solent. It is accessible by car, bus, and, with a connection, by train. By car, Stubbington is rea... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/getting-here ### Property in Stubbington Stubbington's property market is characterised by family homes in a village setting at prices that are competitive compared to nearby Lee-on-the-Solent's seafront premium and Fareham's town centre dem... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/property ### Council Tax in Stubbington Stubbington falls within the Fareham Borough Council area for council tax purposes. Council tax bills are issued annually by Fareham Borough Council and include charges for the borough council, Hampsh... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/council-tax ### Stubbington Postcode Stubbington falls within the PO14 postcode district, which is part of the wider PO (Portsmouth) postcode area. The PO14 district covers Stubbington, Hill Head, and parts of Titchfield, making it one o... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/postcode ### Stubbington Population Stubbington has a population of approximately 11,000 people, making it one of the larger villages in the Fareham borough area. The population has grown substantially from its pre-war level of a few hu... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/population ### Things to Do in Stubbington Stubbington is a residential village rather than a tourist destination, but there is more to do in and around the area than the village centre alone might suggest. Holly Hill Woodland Park is the sta... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/things-to-do ### Walks in and Around Stubbington Stubbington's position between coast and countryside gives it access to a good range of walks that belie its suburban appearance. Holly Hill Woodland Park is the most accessible starting point. The p... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/walks ### Parks and Green Spaces in Stubbington Stubbington has good access to green spaces for a village of its size, with Holly Hill Woodland Park providing the centrepiece and smaller recreation grounds serving individual neighbourhoods. Holly ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/parks ### Dog Walking in Stubbington Stubbington is a good place to own a dog. The combination of woodland, coastal access, farmland paths, and quiet residential streets gives dog owners more variety than many suburban areas can offer. ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/dog-walking ### Churches in Stubbington Holy Rood Church is the principal place of worship in Stubbington and the oldest building in the village. The Church of England parish church has served the community since the twelfth century, with t... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/churches ### Shops in Stubbington Stubbington's shopping provision is modest and practical, reflecting the village's character as a residential community rather than a retail destination. The village centre has a Co-op convenience st... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/shops ### Hairdressers in Stubbington Stubbington has hairdressing salons and barbers within the village centre, providing haircuts, styling, and beauty treatments without the need to travel to Fareham or Lee-on-the-Solent. The village c... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/hairdressers ### Fish and Chips in Stubbington Fish and chips hold a special place in any English village, and Stubbington has its own chip shop in the village centre serving the local trade. The chippy on Stubbington Lane does a steady business, ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/fish-and-chips ### Supermarkets in Stubbington Stubbington's main grocery shop is the Co-op on Stubbington Lane in the village centre. It serves as the go-to for everyday essentials: bread, milk, fresh fruit and vegetables, ready meals, household ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/supermarkets ### Hospitals Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a hospital within the village, but NHS hospital services are accessible within a reasonable distance. The two most relevant facilities are Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/hospitals ### Vets in Stubbington Stubbington is a village with a high proportion of pet owners, particularly dog owners who take advantage of Holly Hill Woodland Park and the coastal paths at Hill Head. Veterinary care for those pets... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/vets ### Primary Schools in Stubbington Stubbington is well served at primary level, with schools that have strong local reputations and form an important part of the village community. Crofton Anne Dale Junior School takes children from Y... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/primary-schools ### Secondary Schools Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a secondary school within the village itself. Children leaving primary school at the end of Year 6 move on to secondary schools in the surrounding area, with several options ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/secondary-schools ### Nurseries in Stubbington Families in Stubbington have access to a range of childcare and early years provision, both within the village and in the surrounding area. Nurseries, pre-schools, and childminders serve the needs of ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/nurseries ### Trains Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a railway station. The village has never had one, and there are no plans to build one. This is one of those facts of life for residents that shapes how the village connects t... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/trains ### Taxis in Stubbington Stubbington does not have a taxi rank or a large fleet of cabs circulating the village streets, but local taxi firms cover the area and can be booked by phone or app for journeys within the village an... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/taxis ### Estate Agents in Stubbington Stubbington does not have estate agent offices on its high street in the way that Fareham and Lee-on-the-Solent do, but the village is well covered by agents based in those neighbouring areas. Several... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/estate-agents ### Fareham Borough Council Stubbington falls within Fareham Borough Council for local government purposes. The borough council is responsible for a range of services that directly affect daily life in the village, including was... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/council ### Crime in Stubbington Stubbington is a low-crime area by any reasonable measure. The village has a settled residential character, a strong community, and the kind of neighbourhood where people know their neighbours and kee... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/crime ### Gyms Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a gym within the village itself, so residents who want to lift weights, use cardio machines, or attend fitness classes need to travel a short distance. The good news is that ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/gyms ### Swimming Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a swimming pool within the village, but there are pools within easy reach and the Solent coastline offers open water swimming for those inclined toward it. Fareham Leisure C... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/swimming ### Sailing Near Stubbington Stubbington's proximity to the Solent coastline means that sailing and water sports are within easy reach. Hill Head and Lee-on-the-Solent both have active sailing communities, and the Solent itself i... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/sailing ### Cycling in Stubbington Stubbington sits on the Hampshire coastal plain, which means the terrain is flat. For cyclists, this is a significant advantage. The village and its surroundings offer pleasant riding on quiet lanes, ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/cycling ### Fishing Near Stubbington Stubbington's position close to the Solent coast makes fishing accessible without travelling far. Shore fishing, harbour fishing, and nearby freshwater options give anglers a reasonable range of choic... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/fishing ### Community Groups in Stubbington Stubbington has an active community life for a village of its size, with groups and societies covering a range of interests. This is one of the things that distinguishes it from a generic residential ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/community-groups ### Events in Stubbington Stubbington has a calendar of community events that punctuates the year and brings residents together. The highlight is the annual Stubbington Fayre, but there are regular events throughout the year t... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/events ### Markets Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have its own regular market, but Fareham has a market that serves the wider area, and farm shops in the surrounding countryside provide an alternative for locally sourced produce.... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/markets ### Stubbington Village Centre Stubbington does not have a high street in the formal sense. There is no pedestrianised shopping precinct, no market square, no row of department stores. What it has is a village centre clustered alon... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/high-street ### History of Stubbington Stubbington's history stretches back to the medieval period and beyond, though the village that exists today bears little physical resemblance to the agricultural settlement that once occupied this pa... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/history ### Weather in Stubbington Stubbington benefits from the south coast climate that makes this part of Hampshire one of the warmer and sunnier areas of England. The village sits on the coastal plain between Fareham and the Solent... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/weather ### Cinema Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have its own cinema, but the nearest multiplex is a short drive away in Fareham, and other options exist within the wider area. Vue Cinema at Fareham is the closest and most conv... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/cinema ### Library Near Stubbington Stubbington has its own library, which is a genuine asset for a village of its size. Many comparable settlements have lost their library provision in recent years, but Stubbington's remains open and p... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/library ### Leisure Centre Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a full-scale leisure centre within the village, but residents have access to facilities within a short drive that cover most sporting and recreational needs. Holly Hill Leis... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/leisure-centre ### Jobs Near Stubbington Stubbington is primarily a residential village, and most working-age residents commute to jobs in the surrounding area. The village itself has limited employment beyond its small number of shops, serv... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/jobs ### Recycling Centre Near Stubbington The nearest Household Waste Recycling Centre to Stubbington is at Newgate Lane, situated between Stubbington and Fareham. This is where residents take items that cannot go in the kerbside bins, includ... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/recycling-centre ### Football in Stubbington Football is played at various levels in and around Stubbington, from organised youth and adult league football to casual kickabouts on the recreation grounds. Stubbington has community football clubs... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/football ### Museums Near Stubbington Stubbington does not have a museum within the village, but the surrounding area has a cluster of genuinely interesting museums that reflect the region's naval, military, and aviation heritage. Several... URL: https://www.stubbington.news/guide/museum ## History - 1086: Stubbington Recorded in the Domesday Book - c. 1120: Holy Rood Church Founded - c. 1550: Stubbington as a Tudor Agricultural Settlement - c. 1810: Enclosure of Common Land - 1841: Stubbington Village School Founded - 1917: Naval Seaplane Station Established at Nearby Lee-on-the-Solent - 1939-1945: Second World War and Daedalus Operations - 1950s-1970s: Post-War Housing Expansion - c. 1970: Crofton Community Centre Established - 1990s-2020s: Bypass and Traffic Debates - Annual, revived c. 2000s: Stubbington Fayre Tradition - 2010s-present: Daedalus Regeneration and Local Impact ## Streets - Stubbington Lane - Gosport Road - Crofton Lane - Titchfield Road - Marks Road - Mays Lane - Peak Lane - Bell Lane - Holly Hill Lane - Newgate Lane - Ranvilles Lane - Burnt House Lane - Oakcroft Lane - Heathfield Road - Sea Lane - Rowan Way - Meon Road ## Places - The Golden Bowler (undefined) - Stubbington Post Office (undefined) - Crofton Community Centre (undefined) - Holy Rood Church (undefined) - Stubbington Study Centre (undefined) - Holly Hill Woodland Park (undefined) - Crofton School (undefined) - Meoncross School (undefined) - Co-op Stubbington (undefined) - The Red Lion (undefined) - Crofton Anne Dale Junior School (undefined) - Stubbington Medical Practice (undefined)