Incorporated: 1749
Population: 8,524
County Name: Rockingham
(county map)
Town Contact:
Town of Hampstead
11 Main Street
Hampstead, NH 03841

Phone: 603-329-4100 ext100
Fax: 603-329-6628
Website: www.hampsteadnh.us

Origin:
Once part of Haverhill and Amesbury, Massachusetts, the town was formed as a result of the 1739 change in boundary lines between Massachusetts and the new province of New Hampshire. It was originally known as Timberlane Parish, because of the heavy growth of native trees. In 1749, Governor Benning Wentworth renamed the town Hampstead, after the English residence of William Pitt, a close friend.

More about Hampstead:
This picture perfect town is rich in history with its elegant Main Street characterized by antique Colonial homes. The town is a popular summer camp location with its 400 acres of water area including Sunset Lake, Island Pond and Angle Pond.