12 May 2026
Sherfield English Annual Parish Assembly
Join us for the Sherfield English Annual Parish Assembly on Wednesday 20th May, 7:30pm at the Pavillion, Sherfield English Recreation Grounds.
Welcome to Sherfield English
Sherfield English is an English civil parish within the district of Test Valley and the county of Hampshire
Sherfield English is a charming civil parish located in Hampshire, within the Test Valley district. Nestled between the Test Valley and the New Forest, the village lies along the historic route from Romsey to Salisbury—now known as the A27 or Salisbury Road. Though small in size, Sherfield English boasts a surprisingly wide array of amenities. These include a village hall, sports field, shop with a Post Office, farm shop, fishing lakes, garden centre and tea rooms, and the welcoming Hatchet Inn. It’s also home to an active church and a close-knit community. Primarily a rural area, Sherfield English retains much of its farming heritage. Many of its homes, cottages, and farms are tucked away along quiet, leafy lanes, hidden from those simply passing through. At the heart of the village stands St Leonard’s Church, built in 1902 by Lady Caroline Ashburton of Melchet Court, in memory of her daughter. The church features beautiful art nouveau stained glass windows, historic village stocks, a 13th-century coffin, and medieval carvings salvaged from the nearby Manor Farm church. It is also known for its particularly fine set of bells. Today, Sherfield English is home to around 700 residents and prides itself on its strong sense of community and rural charm.
Contact Info
Forthcoming Meetings
News
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7 May 2026 - Planning
Community Resilience and Emergency Planning
A meeting with Sherfield English Parish Council and the Village Hall Trust to discuss ways in which community resilience and emergencies can be planned for. Tuesday 12th May 10am-11:30am at Sherfield English Village Hall or Wednesday 13th May 7:30pm online.
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23 May 2025 - Council Business
Meeting Dates
Stay informed and involved - Sherfield English Parish Council meets regularly to discuss local matters. Meeting dates are published in advance and all residents are welcome to attend the Open Forum at the start of each meeting. Check out the upcoming dates for 2025/26 and have your say.
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23 May 2025 - Council Business
Hampshire County Council – Updates from Cllr Nick Adams-King
Cllr Nick Adams King, Leader of Hampshire County Council, shares monthly updates on local projects, council decisions, and community news. Stay informed about the work being done to shape Hampshire's future and support our local area.
Quick Links
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Past Council Meetings
See the most recent full council meetings including agendas, minutes and supporting documents
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Transparency
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts, data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Report an Issue (Test Valley District Council)
Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.
People
Sheila Cook
planning@sherfieldenglish.org.uk, cllr.s.cook@sherfieldenglish-pc.gov.uk
Planning Committee Chair
Graham Noble
cllr.g.noble@sherfieldenglish-pc.gov.uk
Councillors and Church Representative / Funding
Jerome Hoffman
serp@sherfieldenglish.org.uk, cllr.j.hoffman@sherfieldenglish-pc.gov.uk
Councillor, NDP Chair and SERP Representative
Area Information
Stats
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Population Estimate
536
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District
Test Valley
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County
Hampshire
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Region
South East
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Country
England
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Postcode District
SP5, SO51
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Dialling Code
01794
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Police Force
Hampshire Police Force
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Fire Authority
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service
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Health Area
NHS Hampshire, Southampton and Isle of Wight CCG