Ideally Located

Located in the Test Valley, less than a mile from Stockbridge – the fly fishing capital of the world – the rivers and downs surrounding the inn are home to some of the best fishing and shooting opportunities in the world making The Peat Spade Inn an inviting refuge for country sport enthusiasts.

Use our guides below to plan the perfect getaway during your stay with us. Explore the surrounding countryside on our walking routes and discover the nearby attractions to visit that are perfectly suited to your group.

Based in Stockbridge high street, Orvis Stockbridge specialise in high end fly-fishing, hunting and sporting goods, from equipment to quality clothing and gifts. If you want to try your hand at clay-pigeon shooting, the excellent Spitfire Shoot is just a short distance away at Houghton Down Farm, Stockbridge. They offer ‘pay and play’ as well as expert instruction and can always provide a great few hours’ fun.

British Army enthusiasts have plenty to see with The Museum of Army Flying and its fun flight simulators. And with Leckford Estate not too far away for its Water Garden & Golf.

With the Test Way passing close by, The Peat Spade is a popular retreat for walkers to stop by en route to refuel with some fabulous pub food. It’s a great stopover too for those visiting the nearby historic cities of Winchester and Salisbury.

This charming country pub is just an hour’s drive away from London and the New Forest and provides the perfect place for a spot of lunch, a delicious dinner and a drink or two in the idyllic Hampshire countryside.