Alverstoke, Gosport, PO12 2AT

Alverstoke is a village and parish in Hampshire, England. It stretches east–west from Fort Blockhouse, Haslar to Browndown Battery, and is centred 0.5 miles (0.80 km) east of the shore of Stokes Bay and near the head of a creek which extends a mile westward from Portsmouth Harbour. The settlement’s proximity to the coast and historic military sites gives it a distinctive character within the borough of Gosport. Its designation as a village and parish indicates a small, close‑knit community with a rural feel, while its location in the PO12 district places it within easy reach of the wider Gosport area. The description highlights its coastal setting and historical surroundings, providing a clear sense of the local environment for potential residents.