Festive Friday

Christmas breaks

Looking for things to do this Christmas? Head to Basingstoke and Deane for stacks of events and seasonal magic to create memories throughout Christmas and into the New Year. Get that warm fuzzy festive feeling at a Christmas market, escape the everyday to take in a show, celebrate the season with a Christmas movie night, explore gardens, enjoy festive feasts to raise a toast to the season and Christmas party nights to dance the night away. Whether it's a weekend away or a day out, we've created some itineraries to help you plan some festive fun.

A festive family getaway in Basingstoke and Deane

Look no further than Basingstoke and Deane to make festive memories with the family to last a lifetime, we’ve pulled together a sample itinerary for a weekend sprinkled with seasonal magic.

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A child whispers into Santa's ear. Santa holds a pile of presents on their lap.

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A Festive weekend in Basingstoke and Deane for a couple

Looking for a unique and romantic escape this Christmas? Whether you're seeking a cozy retreat, a spirited adventure, or a bit of both, Basingstoke and Deane has something to offer. To inspire your own perfect weekend, we've crafted a sample Festive itinerary.

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The distinctive glasshouse of Bombay Sapphire Distillery

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A Festive weekend for groups in Basingstoke and Deane

Organising a fun filled festive weekend away with family, friends or colleagues this Christmas?. Whether you are a group of foodies, shoppers or gaming enthusiasts Basingstoke and Deane has lots to entertain everyone. To inspire and take out some of the planning, we’ve created a sample itinerary for things to do for groups in Basingstoke and Deane.

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A photograph of the internal marquee at Oakley Hall Hotel - Lots of smartly dressed guests enjoy a shared and Exclusive party nights

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Getting around

Useful information on getting to, around and beyond Basingstoke and Deane.

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A hotel room with a door to outside to the garden. There is a bed with crisp white linen, a bedside table and a small table and chair opposite.

Watership Down Inn

Stay over

From luxury accommodation to sleeping under the stars, Basingstoke and Deane offers a wide range of accommodation to choose from in the centre of Basingstoke or the surrounding towns and countryside retreats of Whitchurch, Overton, Oakley, Tadley and Upton Grey. If you are looking for home away from home, why not try an Airbnb.

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Milestones Museum

Five things to do in Basingstoke and Deane this festive season

There is plenty to do in Basingstoke and Deane this Christmas. Take a look at our top picks.

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A group of people wearing santa hats and having a good time.

Celebrating Christmas with colleagues in Basingstoke and Deane

Looking for a way to celebrate Christmas with your colleagues this year? Take a look at this list of fab ideas. “’Yule’ be sure to find something.”

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Celebrate the new year in style with a fantastic range of events across the borough

From fancy galas to bowling, there’s something for everyone this new year. To help you plan your celebrations, we’ve put together just a few of the events going on around Basingstoke and Deane.

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