Wield is a civil parish in the East Hampshire district, in the county of Hampshire, England. It includes two neighbouring villages, Upper Wield and Lower Wield. In 2021 the parish had a population of 237.[1]
| Wield | |
|---|---|
 St James's church, Upper Wield, Hampshire | |
  Wield Location within Hampshire | |
| Area | 8.518 km2 (3.289 sq mi) |
| Population | 237 (2021 census) |
| • Density | 28/km2 (73/sq mi) |
| Civil parish |
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| District | |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
The parish council meets quarterly at the parish hall in Upper Wield.[2]
Wield as a civil parish is separate from the church parish. The parish church, dedicated to St James, is also in Upper Wield. It is mainly Norman, and is a Grade I listed building.[3]
Notable people
William Wallop (c. 1553-1617), Member of the Parliament of England, justice of the peace, thrice mayor of Southampton.
Gallery
Memorial to William Waloppe esquire
Memorial to William Waloppe esquire
References
External links
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