A hamlet with deep history
The archaeological finds near Highbridge point to a long history of activity along this stretch of the Itchen valley, long before the area took its current shape as a scattering of hamlets around Colden Common.
Planning as part of Colden Common parish
Highbridge sits within the Colden Common civil parish, which falls under Winchester City Council for planning purposes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Highbridge its own parish?+
No, Highbridge is one of several hamlets within the Colden Common civil parish.
Which council covers Highbridge?+
Winchester City Council, as Highbridge sits within the Colden Common parish in the Winchester district.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Winchester City Council — Planning applications service for the Winchester district, covering Winchester itself along with Otterbourne, Colden Common, Fisher's Pond, Brambridge and Highbridge.
- Test Valley Borough Council — Planning applications service for Test Valley, covering Romsey, Chilworth, Ampfield and North Baddesley.
- Southampton City Council — Planning applications service for Southampton.
- Planning Portal — Independent, government-backed guidance on when a garden building needs planning permission and when it may fall under permitted development.