Hampshire gate

This type of gate has many different local names throughout the world, sometimes hinting at its rough-and-ready nature and cheap construction.

When the "gate" is closed, this end post fits into a loop of wire at the base of the fixed fence, and the top is then pulled tight to tension it.

[5] Proprietary closures are also available which give still greater tension, usually by means of an over-centre mechanism (see photo below).

When open, the Hampshire gate is folded back against the adjacent fence to avoid it becoming entangled with animals, people, or machinery.

Typical uses for a Hampshire gate include giving occasional access between adjacent landowners, giving access to small woods for forestry operations, rotational grazing, or allowing unusually large traffic to bypass a normal route.