Location: Basingstoke
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Top 10 Free Things to do in Basingstoke, England
Basingstoke (/ˈbeɪzɪŋstoʊk/ BAY-zing-stohk) is the largest town in the modern county of Hampshire (Southampton and Portsmouth being cities.) It is situated in south central England, and lies across a valley at the source of the River Loddon. It is located 30 miles (48 km) northeast of Southampton, 48 miles (77 km) southwest of London, and 19 miles (31 km) northeast of the county town and former capital Winchester. According to the 2016 population estimate the town had a population of 113,776. It is part of the borough of Basingstoke and Deane and part of the parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. Basingstoke is often nicknamed "Doughnut City" or "Roundabout City" because of the number of large roundabouts.
Restaurants in Basingstoke
1. Millfield Nature Reserve
2. New Inn Basingstoke
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By rjshook - Reading, United Kingdom
After a busy afternoon of escape rooms just before Lockdown 2.0 we were looking for a relaxing pub to have a couple of drinks before dinner. We lucked out in finding this local pub. The bartender was super friendly and provided great service
3. (Top of town) The White Hart
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
- Pool Table - Juke Box - Dart Board - Gaming Machines - Live Music Every Friday & Saturday - Meat Raffle - Rock DJ Nights - Function Room For Hire - Poker Nights - Ska And Reggae DJ
Reviewed By JPB987
I hired the function for a 50th birthday party; the hall was perfect for our needs, we had a great night. The White Hart team were friendly and very helpful. The buffet exceeded my expectations, in both quality and quantity. Thank you for making our evening special.
4. Eastrop Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 213 reviews
Reviewed By moyni123 - Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Eastrop Park is a great place for all ages, it has a lovely park for the kids and boating lake, little paddle pool, plenty of space around the park, great place to picnic and throughout the year has things going on
5. Crabtree Plantation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By 354franciso - London, United Kingdom
It a lovely and beautiful plantation.The family likes visiting and the kids loves riding their bikes in the woods whiles exploring.There is a free car park at the entrance and a land paying are for the kids as well.
6. Willis Museum and Sainsbury Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 98 reviews
Since 1984, the Willis Museum has been housed in this impressive early Victorian building that was once Basingstoke’s Town Hall. It is named after George Willis, a local clockmaker, antiquarian and former Mayor of Basingstoke, who became the first honorary curator when the original museum was established in the Mechanics Institute in New Street in 1931. The building you see today replaced the original Mote Hall (meeting place) where Jane Austen attended dances. This replacement Town Hall was designed by Lewis Wyatt and was open on the ground floor, serving as the town’s Corn Exchange and Market. Centrally located at the Top of the Town, in the Willis Museum you will discover Basingstoke and Deane’s past, from the rich archaeological heritage beneath our feet right up to the modern day. Throughout the year, we also run a programme of touring exhibitions, as well as fun events, workshops and activities for all the family to enjoy.
Reviewed By junjess
Fabulous gallery space, hosting interesting exhibitions. Lovely coffee shop, serving a good selection of cakes.
7. Festival Place Shopping Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 192 reviews
Reviewed By Ankit2385 - Bengaluru, India
One stop place in Basingstoke for almost everything you need.. All sort of shops including groceries, home items, apparels, toys, gifts etc and plenty of places to Eat as well. They keep hosting some activities around the year.
8. Black Dam Ponds
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Ankit2385 - Bengaluru, India
Been here with group of Family friends and we really enjoyed our evening here. Free parking, Kids play area, few benches and nice grassed area for Picnic. Kids also enjoyed feeding the ducks & swan. There is nice walking trail which takes you to the Crabtree plantation reserve.
9. Basingstoke Common
10. Basingstoke Market
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