Oakley Grange, Oakley 

Introduction

Welcome to your Oakley Grange Travel Plan Site! This page is designed to give you the best, easiest and most up-to-date information about travel in your area. Hopefully this will help you to make the most of what this area has to offer!

Source: Miller Homes

This page is designed especially for you, the residents of Oakley Grange. It will contain up to date information on travel options and your local area, including:

  • Your Local Area (including a map)
  • Travel Voucher Information
  • Local Pedestrian network
  • Local cycle network  
  • Travel by Bus
  • Travel by Rail
  • Car travel options

Most of the information is provided through direct links to other websites, this ensures that the information displayed is as up to date as possible.

Your local area

Oakley offers various local amenities and facilities. These include a village shop, pharmacy, Church, a collection of pubs and restaurants, community centre, recreation grounds and active bus route. These facilities are highlighted in the Accessibility map below.

Sustainable Travel Voucher

To help you travel sustainably, Miller Homes have provided a gift from Miller Homes and the offer(s) may be amended or removed at any time.

One claim per address can be made. If a claim has already been received for your address you will not be eligible to claim again. Please contact us to confirm your eligibility at: travelplan@paulbashammassociates.com

In order to process your request your details could be passed onto third parties for the purpose of claiming your voucher. If you have any queries about your data, you can email travelplan@paulbashamassociates.com to obtain our current policy.

Local Pedestrian Network

With lots of amenities and things to do, why not get out on foot and explore the local area? Walking has many benefits including:

  • It’s free!
  • Increasing your cardiovascular fitness
  • Lowering anxiety and stress
  • Boosting your energy and improving your mood
  • Strengthening your bones, improving your balance and boosting your muscle power.

Local walking routes

With Oakley situated in a rural area it provides the perfect opportunity for some country walks including:

  • Oakley-Brill-Oakley via Span Green- A 6.6km circular walk that takes approximately 90-120 minutes
  • Around Oakley village- A 3.5km walk around the village of Oakley which takes approximately 45-60 minutes.

Visit alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/england/hampshire/oakley-park-and-wayfarers-walk for walking route maps, directions and other nearby country walks. You can also find a detailed village map of nearby walks at the village pond in East Oakley.

Basingstoke Ramblers Association

Why not get involved with the local walking group? Basingstoke ramblers walk regularly on Sunday and Wednesdays all year round. Distances vary from 6-10 miles. All abilities are welcome. Visit www.basingstokeramblers.org.uk for more information.

You can also visit www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/walking-for-health/ for more information on walking and tips on how to stay motivated.

Public rights of way

The nearest public right of way (PRoW) footpath to Oakley Grange is 177/9b/1 situated right next door and connects Andover Road with Rectory Road. Additionally, footpath 177/741/2 provides access to paths heading into Basingstoke Town Centre following the railway line. There are also some bridleways which you could always cycle along! See the map below for more information.

You can view this map in more detail online: maps.hants.gov.uk/rightsofwaydefinitivemap/largemap

Local Cycle Network

Benefits of cycling

Cycling is a great activity that provides multiple physical, mental and environmental benefits. See the image below for examples of cycling benefits. 

  • Relieves stress
  • Strengthens immune system
  • Help you lose fat
  • Improves coordination
  • Reduces risk of heart problems.
  • It saves money

Cycle routes

There are several different cycling routes in close proximately to Oakley Grange including the national cycle network route 23 that begins in Reading and cuts straight through Basingstoke town centre. The route has a combination of quiet lanes and traffic free paths making it safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Similarly, there is multiple Mountain bike routes and local cycleways perfect to use when exploring the local countryside around Oakley. See the map below for more information on cycle ways.

You could always visit komoot.com/guide/672424/cycling-around-Basingstoke-and-Deane for a list of cycle rides within your area.

Local cycle shops

Halfords Basingstoke- Based in Basingstoke Halfords is only a 9-minute drive or 22-minute cycle ride away.  They have display bikes, clothing and accessories, and a free bike check to ensure your bike is safe. 

Cycle Emporium– A family run business that offers a variety of bikes to fit each individual person. They also offer repairs and services too. The Shop is based in Basingstoke and is a 10-minute drive or 25-minute cycle ride away from Oakley Grange.

Don’t forget you can claim your FREE travel voucher for £75 worth of cycling equipment at Halfords*.

*T & Cs apply, one per address.

Travel by Bus

Your local operator is Stagecoach.

You can catch the 76 bus which is the quickest link to Basingstoke and Andover that runs every half an hour Monday to Saturday, and Sunday every 2 hours. The nearest bus stops to catch the 76 bus is Station Road bus stop located on Andover Road approximately an 11minute walk away or 3 minute cycle from Oakley Grange.

Cross Andover Road for buses into Basingstoke, and remain on the westbound side for buses to Andover.

The 76 bus takes 23 minutes into Basingstoke and also serves the railway station.

You can also catch the number 11-bus service that runs from East Oakley village centre to Basingstoke town centre via both the bus and train station. The service is run by also Stagecoach and runs every hour from 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday and Sunday every 2 hours from 10.15-16.15.

From Oakley Grange the nearest bus stop for the 11 is Croft Road bus stop located on Oakley Lane. You can access this bus stop via some of the new pedestrian footpaths provided as part of this development.

Use this handy map to locate your nearest bus stops and bus routes:

For service updates and timetable information visit: www.stagecoachbus.com or download the Stagecoach app.

Taking the bus into towns like Basingstoke and Andover is a great alternative to driving for a variety of reasons including:

  • The walk to and from the bus is a great way to incorporate some physical activity into your daily routine.
  • Taking the bus allows you to relax whilst travelling to your destination.
  • Season tickets offer unlimited travel on services that can prove cheaper than running a car.

Don’t forget you can also claim £75 worth of bus travel with our sustainable travel voucher*

*T & Cs apply, one per address.

Travel by Rail

The nearest station to Oakley Grange is Basingstoke (BSK) station. The station is approximately a 12-minute drive, 24-minute bus ride (via the 76 bus) or a 27-minute cycle ride away and also has secure cycling storage available for up to 170 bikes.

Services from Basingstoke station include trains to London Waterloo, Reading and Southampton Central. CrossCountry services also serve Basingstoke connecting it to Manchester, Bournemouth and Birmingham. Visit www.southwesternrailway.com/ to check specific times and prices.

For information about Basingstoke station visit: www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/basingstoke/

Cycling to the station

If you’re a keen cyclist and fancy getting the train, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/on-the-train/train-travel-with-bicycles/ for more information. This will give you all the essential information to ensure a stress free cycle and onward journey.

Get a railcard

Purchasing a Network Railcard will give you up to a 1/3 off rail fares and will allow you to travel across 16 counties in the South East (inc. London). Visit www.network-railcard.co.uk. You can also obtain a range of different railcards including for Veterans, Senior Citizens, and 16-25 year olds.

Car Travel Options

Co-wheels car club

Co wheels is a pay as you go car club that provides cars to use in locations across the UK. The nearest Co Wheels location is right here on your doorstep in Oakley! Pay a fare to use a car and then return it. No ownership, no stress.For more information visit www.co-wheels.org.uk/how-it-works. You can find the car in Perry Gardens, or use the website to locate your nearest car: www.co-wheels.org.uk/find-car.

Car sharing

Save money by sharing costs with other people – A commuter can typically save around £1,000 a year by car-sharing. Reduce stress and cut your carbon footprint at the same time.

Liftshare is a free car share scheme with a database of over 700,000 people. You can find both drivers and passengers to share with and not only supports sharing the cost but is a great way to travel and meet new people! visit https://liftshare.com/uk for more information and to download the app and get started today.

Electric vehicles

Electric vehicles are a great alternative to the traditional petrol or diesel vehicles. By switching to electric or hybrid vehicles you will lower your fuel, emissions tax and maintenance costs!

The nearest charging point to Oakley Grange is Oakley Hall Hotel with 8 charging points.

The nearby town of Basingstoke also has multiple electric charging points. One such example is the Shell recharge charging station which can be found at the junction with Pack Lane and Winchester Road in Basingstoke (RG22 6HT).

For more information about electric vehicle charging points, you can visit https://www.zap-map.com/live/