A long history under different names
Having been known first as West Sherbourne and then Charter Ley before settling on its current name, Charter Alley's history stretches back roughly a thousand years, and several of its historic buildings reflect that long settlement.
Close to Ramsdell
Sitting about half a mile from Ramsdell, Charter Alley shares the same general rural, wooded character typical of the parishes north of Basingstoke towards Tadley — a setting where shaded, slower-drying roofs are common.
Frequently asked questions
What was Charter Alley previously called?+
It was known as West Sherbourne and then Charter Ley before becoming Charter Alley.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council — Planning — The local planning authority for Basingstoke and most of the surrounding villages in this cluster; covers when planning permission is needed for roof work beyond routine cleaning.
- Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council — Building Control — Covers building regulations approval for roofing work that goes beyond like-for-like repair or cleaning.
- Hart District Council — Planning and Building Control — The local planning authority for Hook, which sits in the Hart district rather than Basingstoke and Deane.
- Planning Portal — Roof Work — National guidance on when roof alterations need planning permission, referenced when explaining that routine cleaning doesn't.
- Health and Safety Executive — Working at Height — HSE guidance on the risks of working at height, referenced when explaining safe roof access.