A small parish with a wider reach
Bighton parish takes in more than just the village itself, extending to include Gundleton and the farmland between them, which means garden sizes and rural character vary a fair amount within what's officially one parish.
Planning authority
Bighton sits inside the City of Winchester local government district, putting Winchester City Council in charge of any planning or permitted development query here.
Ground conditions
As with much of the countryside around New Alresford, ground conditions here run from chalk to heavier clay depending on the exact plot, so a local installer will typically want to see the site before confirming what base a garden room needs.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gundleton part of Bighton?+
Yes, Gundleton falls within the civil parish of Bighton, even though it's a separate settlement with its own name.
Which council covers Bighton?+
Winchester City Council, as Bighton sits within the City of Winchester district.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Winchester City Council — Planning — Planning authority for New Alresford and most of the surrounding villages, with guidance on whether a project needs planning permission.
- East Hampshire District Council — Permitted Development — Planning authority for Alton, Ropley, Medstead, Four Marks and the other East Hampshire villages this site covers.
- Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council — Planning — Planning authority for Brown Candover and the wider Candovers parish.
- Planning Portal — Outbuildings — National guidance on permitted development rules for garden rooms, sheds and other outbuildings.
- South Downs National Park Authority — Boundary checker and planning authority for any property within the South Downs National Park, relevant to villages towards the eastern and southern edge of this site's coverage.