Sources
The Lee-on-the-Solent community guide draws on publicly available information from local government, heritage organisations, community groups, and published historical research. The following sources provide additional information and further reading on Lee-on-the-Solent, the Solent region, and the wider south coast.
Local Government
Gosport Borough Council is the primary local authority for Lee-on-the-Solent and provides information on council services, planning, housing, and community affairs. Hampshire County Council provides education, social care, highways, and waste management services across the county. Both organisations maintain published information on their websites regarding services and community information.
Heritage and History
The Gosport Heritage Trust documents and preserves the heritage of the Gosport area, including Lee-on-the-Solent, with particular focus on the maritime, naval, and aviation heritage of the region. The Daedalus Aviation and Heritage Group maintains records and exhibits relating to HMS Daedalus and the aeronautical history of the site. The Hampshire Record Office in Winchester holds primary source materials relating to the history of Hampshire, including records of local manors, estates, and community records. The National Archives in Kew holds government records, census returns, and official documentation relating to local and national history.
Community
The Lee-on-the-Solent Sailing Club is the primary sailing and water sports organisation for the town and provides information on sailing, membership, and water sports activities. The Lee Business Association, which operates the leeonthesolent.uk community website, represents local business interests and community initiatives. The Hovercraft Museum is operated by the Daedalus Aviation and Heritage Group and provides exhibitions, archives, and educational materials relating to hovercraft development and operation.
Media
The News (Portsmouth) is the regional newspaper serving Portsmouth, Gosport, and the wider area, including Lee-on-the-Solent. The Daily Echo (Southampton) is a regional newspaper serving Southampton and the surrounding region. BBC Hampshire provides regional news and information coverage across the county.
Reference
Wikipedia's entry on Lee-on-the-Solent provides an encyclopaedic overview of the town covering geography, history, and key sites. Articles on HMS Daedalus, the Lee Tower, and the Hovercraft Museum provide additional context on specific aspects of the town's heritage. The Wikipedia entry on the Hovercraft provides technical and historical information on hovercraft technology. Visit Hampshire is the official tourism website for Hampshire and includes information on attractions, events, and visitor facilities across the county.
Contact
For corrections, additions, or suggestions regarding the content of the Lee-on-the-Solent Community Guide, please email hello@leeonthesolent.com. Feedback and contributions from community members are welcome and help ensure that the guide remains accurate, complete, and reflective of the community's character and interests.