A road sign saying welcome to Basingstoke.

Plan your visit

Useful information to help you plan a visit to Basingstoke and Deane.

Getting here and getting around

Basingstoke benefits from a central location, just 50 minutes from London and 60 minutes from the south coast by car. We are well positioned along the M3 with transport links to the M4 and M25 and in close proximity to Reading, Newbury and Winchester. Basingstoke may be best known for its number of roundabouts but rest assured the town and surrounding areas are well served by public transport and accessible by bicycle and on foot.

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Getting around accessibly

Accessibility information ahead of your visit to Basingstoke and Deane.

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Group travel

Basingstoke and Deane has lots to entertain everyone. From museums to historical venues, shopping to open spaces. All this and more makes it the perfect destination for groups to enjoy. Planning a day out with friends and family or a tour or holiday for a group to Basingstoke and Deane? Look no further for all the information you need.

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A red three storey brick building with white windows. It has a triangular pitch in the middle of the roof and a tower. To the right of the image is the river.

Credit Whitchurch Silk Mill

Top five unique stays in Basingstoke and Deane

Looking for unusual places to stay on your own, with family or a group of friends? From glorious glamping to cool cottages and dog friendly stays, these are the top five unique and unusual places to stay from Love Basingstoke.

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Two people walk with their dog in the Countryside. A natural path is created through the grass. The lady wears green trousers and a brown t-shirt, she carries her coat. The man wears a dark green trousers and a magenta puffa coat. A grey and white dog races towards the camera.

Top ten dog-friendly stays in Basingstoke and Deane

Looking for a weekend away that’s suitable for the whole family? There’s no need to leave your four-legged friends at home as Basingstoke and Deane is the pawfect place to visit with your dog for an overnight stay.

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Viables Craft Centre, image of a bench on a park

Spotlight on Viables Craft Centre

Shining the spotlight on this hidden gem, located just outside of the town centre is Viables Craft Centre. Here you’ll find a selection of small businesses in workshop style buildings, a tea room, a community centre and Basingstoke and District Model Engineering Society.

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Brew and Bakes afternoon tea at home set. Vintage cardboard plates.

Afternoon tea in Basingstoke and Deane

Nothing beats someone making afternoon tea for you and taking a few hours in your day to enjoy it with friends and family.

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The Street Bakehouse

A taste of Basingstoke

Whether you are a local or want to discover the taste of Basingstoke, there are many ways you can get your hands on some of the tastiest food and local produce in Hampshire.

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Two regular sized cups of coffee with milky froth on top and a smaller expresso cup in the middle. They sit on a wooden table.

Top spots for breakfast and brunch in Basingstoke and Deane

We’ve pulled together our favourite places to kick start the day so no matter how you like your eggs in the morning, these breakfasts are all worth getting out of bed for!

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