Aldershot Magistrates’ Court Listings

About Aldershot Magistrates' Court – Aldershot Justice Centre

Aldershot Magistrates' Court operates from the Aldershot Justice Centre, located within the Civic Centre on Wellington Avenue, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 1NY. This court serves the residents of Aldershot, Farnborough, Farnham, and the wider Rushmoor borough, handling a broad range of criminal and civil matters for one of Hampshire's most established military towns. The court sits within the South East region under HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and deals with summary offences, bail applications, remand hearings, and preliminary proceedings for indictable cases before they are committed to the Crown Court.

Types of Cases Heard at Aldershot Magistrates' Court

Aldershot Justice Centre handles criminal, civil, family, divorce, and social security cases. On the criminal side, magistrates and district judges hear matters including assault, theft, public order offences, motoring offences such as drink driving and speeding, criminal damage, and drug possession. The court also processes Single Justice Procedure cases, which cover lower-level offences such as TV licence evasion, minor road traffic matters, and rail fare evasion. Family proceedings at Aldershot include child arrangement orders, domestic violence protection orders, and adoption applications. The county court function covers small claims, money claims, and housing disputes.

Court Opening Hours, Contact Details & Facilities

The court building is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The court counter operates by appointment only for county court enquiries. For magistrates' court queries, contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM) or email [email protected]. For civil and family enquiries, the national contact centre can be reached on 0300 123 5577. Aldershot Justice Centre is equipped with hearing enhancement systems, video conferencing for prison-to-court links, Electronic Presentation of Evidence (EPE) facilities, interview rooms, and accessible toilet facilities on both floors. All visitors pass through airport-style security screening on arrival.

Getting to Aldershot Justice Centre – Parking & Transport

On-site parking is not available at Aldershot Justice Centre. However, several off-street car parks are within a short walk, including the Morrisons Car Park on Wellington Avenue (approximately 2 minutes on foot) and the Westgate multi-storey car park. Limited blue badge parking can be arranged by contacting the court in advance on 0300 123 5577. By rail, Aldershot Station is around a 10-minute walk from the court, with regular South Western Railway services running to London Waterloo, Guildford, and Farnham. The station offers step-free access to all platforms. Local bus services stop at the Aldershot bus station adjacent to the train station, connecting the court to Farnborough, Camberley, and surrounding areas.

Aldershot – Local Area & Court History

Aldershot, widely known as the "Home of the British Army" since the establishment of a permanent military camp in 1854, is a town in the Rushmoor district of northeast Hampshire. The magistrates' court has served the local community for decades, and the current Justice Centre consolidates magistrates', county, and family court functions into a single modern facility at the Civic Centre. The court's jurisdiction covers a densely populated area that includes the neighbouring towns of Farnborough and Farnham. Those attending hearings at nearby courts may also wish to check listings for Basingstoke Magistrates' Court or Guildford Magistrates' Court, both of which handle overflow cases from the wider Hampshire and Surrey region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do hearings start at Aldershot Magistrates' Court?

Morning hearings typically begin at 9:30 AM or 10:00 AM, with afternoon sessions starting at 2:00 PM. You will be given a specific morning or afternoon slot, but you should expect some waiting time before your case is called.

Can I attend a hearing remotely at Aldershot Justice Centre?

Yes. Aldershot Justice Centre has video conferencing facilities that allow remote attendance by prior arrangement. The court also operates prison-to-court video links for defendants held in custody.

Is there disabled access at Aldershot Magistrates' Court?

Yes. The court has full disabled access, accessible toilets, a portable hearing enhancement system, and welcomes assistance dogs. If you have specific access needs, contact the court ahead of your hearing so arrangements can be made.

Where can I park when visiting Aldershot Justice Centre?

There is no on-site parking. The nearest options include the Morrisons Car Park (2-minute walk) and Westgate car park. Blue badge holders should contact the court in advance to arrange dedicated parking.