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Bluebells in the airfield woods, an example of the biodiversity of the site and the surrounding chalk downs.  Hares, skylarks and butterflies thrive on the grassland habitats identified by Basingstoke & Deane DC as “a priority focus for conservation action” - yet they only cover 0.7% of the borough. The airfield protects this fragile environment and the sources of the unique Itchen & Test chalk streams from over-development.

Image Credit Barrie Jay

Popham - Garden Village or High Density Dormitory Development? Popham ‘Garden Village’ v Cranleigh, Surrey’s largest ‘village’

Popham - Garden Village or High Density Dormitory Development? Popham ‘Garden Village’ v Cranleigh, Surrey’s largest ‘village’

Popham - Garden Village or High Density Dormitory Town? Popham projected population compared to other local population centres

Popham - Garden Village or High Density Dormitory Town? Popham projected population compared to other local population centres

Popham sits on the chalk Aquifer of the Test and Itchen basin. A precious ecological system threatened from over-abstraction and pollution. There is currently no plan to provide water supply and disposal for Popham Garden Village, which undermines th

Popham sits on the chalk Aquifer of the Test and Itchen basin. A precious ecological system threatened from over-abstraction and pollution. There is currently no plan to provide water supply and disposal for Popham Garden Village, which undermines the development’s viability.

Heat map of all trips in Southern England that SkyDemon users have saved to the SkyDemon Cloud during 2024-2025.

Heat map of all trips in Southern England that SkyDemon users have saved to the SkyDemon Cloud during 2024-2025.

Popham Garden Village - what happens next?

Popham Garden Village - what happens next?

An optimistic visualisation of the possible timescale for the realisation of the development and delivery of Popham Garden Village*.

An optimistic visualisation of the possible timescale for the realisation of the development and delivery of Popham Garden Village*.

Popham hosts a thriving community of 150 aircraft, representing the entry-level to flying that makes it more accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ethnic origin, ability, sex or belief recognising the value of our many differences. Image Credit

Popham hosts a thriving community of 150 aircraft, representing the entry-level to flying that makes it more accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ethnic origin, ability, sex or belief recognising the value of our many differences. Image Credit Brian Lloyd

Over 50 years the airfield has become a valuable asset to the local community, from hosting many charity fund-raising events to realistic training exercises for the police and security forces.

Over 50 years the airfield has become a valuable asset to the local community, from hosting many charity fund-raising events to realistic training exercises for the police and security forces.

Basingstoke benefits from the number of visitors that Popham attracts that contribute to the local economy.

Basingstoke benefits from the number of visitors that Popham attracts that contribute to the local economy.

Popham is considered part of the UK network of strategically important airfields by the Aviation All Party Parliamentary Group. Image Credit Andy Amor

Popham is considered part of the UK network of strategically important airfields by the Aviation All Party Parliamentary Group. Image Credit Andy Amor

Looking to the future, it is at the forefront of electric light aircraft and drone testing and development to integrate and accommodate drones and autonomous aircraft into our transport infrastructure. These hi-tech initiatives will bring STEM employ

Looking to the future, it is at the forefront of electric light aircraft and drone testing and development to integrate and accommodate drones and autonomous aircraft into our transport infrastructure. These hi-tech initiatives will bring STEM employment and investment to the area. Image Credit Cliff Hawkins.

Bluebells in the airfield woods, an example of the biodiversity of the site and the surrounding chalk downs. Hares, skylarks and butterflies thrive on the grassland habitats. The airfield protects this fragile environment. Image Credit Barrie Jay.

Bluebells in the airfield woods, an example of the biodiversity of the site and the surrounding chalk downs. Hares, skylarks and butterflies thrive on the grassland habitats. The airfield protects this fragile environment. Image Credit Barrie Jay.

Last year around 70,000 people visited the airfield for events such as Classic Car Shows, Trade Shows and fly-ins. It represents a significant resource for the numerous, cyclists, walkers, motorcyclists, families, organisations and charities that reg

Last year around 70,000 people visited the airfield for events such as Classic Car Shows, Trade Shows and fly-ins. It represents a significant resource for the numerous, cyclists, walkers, motorcyclists, families, organisations and charities that regularly use it’s facilities. Image Credit Barrie Jay.

Whether you’re a flyer, a local resident, enthusiast, regular or occasional visitor, nature lover or just someone who wants to protect this valuable and fragile environment, please support us by joining Popham Airfield Matters today. Image Credit And

Whether you’re a flyer, a local resident, enthusiast, regular or occasional visitor, nature lover or just someone who wants to protect this valuable and fragile environment, please support us by joining Popham Airfield Matters today. Image Credit Andy Amor.