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Find out What's On in Basingstoke, Restaurants, Shopping, Sightseeing, Sports, Events, Nightclubs, Places to stay, Hotels in Basingstoke, with our comprehensive website. Whether you live in Basingstoke, are visiting or looking to move here, you will be able to find places to stay, the best places to eat and drink, properties to buy or rent, local news & events, activities for the whole family, unique places to shop, beautiful scenic locations, historic landmarks, city centre entertainment, attractions and more!


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Attractions and Places to Visit in Basingstoke

Attractions and Places to Visit in Basingstoke

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, with accommodation to suit all budgets and with excellent transport links, Basingstoke also has many nearby attractions. Stratfield Saye House offers an intriguing insight into the life of the Great Duke of Wellington, whose family lived there from 1817, while novelist Jane Austen attended balls at Tudor mansion The Vyne, originally home to Henry VIII's Lord Chamberlain.

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Places to stay in Basingstoke

Places to Stay in Basingstoke

Whether you prefer the big five star treatment or the personal touch of an intimate boutique or love the calm of the countryside, Reading offers plenty of choices. From 5 star hotels to boutique hotels, from luxury accommodation to budget hotels, all located in the city centre.

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Sports and Activities

Sports and Activities

There's so many things to do in Basingstoke, whether you're after a cultural break, the chance to take in some country strolls, or something else entirely, you're certain to be spoilt for choice. There are lots of family activities and attraction in Basingstoke too.

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Activities, Where to Eat, Where to Stay, What to Do in Basingstoke

Whether you’re looking for things to do in Basingstoke such as events and attractions or are planning where to stay in Basingstoke, you’ll find everything you need for your Basingstoke holiday on What's On In Basingstoke.com. Make sure to discover Basingstoke diverse neighbourhoods, from tranquil suburbs to central areas full of shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Basingstoke have a huge range of options for food and drink, and has plenty to satisfy every appetite and budget. The riverside area of the Oracle shopping centre is a buzzing destination in the evening, with a diverse mix of restaurants and bars overlooking the water, along with a 10-screen cinema.

Pepe Sale
Pepe Sale

Here at Pepe Sale, owner Toni Sale, who was brought up on this idyllic island aims to bring you some of those delicious, authentic flavours of Sardinia.

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Jamie's Italian
Jamie's Italian

Located in the town centre, right on the River Kennet, our Reading restaurant is the perfect spot for anything from a mid-shopping pit stop or a casual dinner with friends.
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Côte Brasserie
Côte Brasserie

Delicious and authentic regional cooking awaits you in this cosy brasserie in Basingstoke, where you will enjoy comfortable surroundings, attentive service and a real taste of France.
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In Basingstoke you'll find a rich heritage dating back to Roman times and beyond and also the best that a modern town has to offer. Basingstoke has many attractions for visitors, from pavement cafés and bistros to one of the south's best shopping centres, Festival Place.
The Anvil, with its excellent acoustics, is one of the region's leading music venues while Anvil Arts offers an exciting and varied programme of dance, theatre, opera, and comedy. Basingstoke also plays host to the annual kite and transport festivals as well as the music festival B LOVE which marks the end of Basingstoke Festival, an annual arts and entertainment festival.

Basingstoke has an extensive range of things to do with a selection of places to eat and drink, attractions and activities, plan your stay or days out in Basingstoke. Our What’s On In Basingstoke guide has the latest events not to miss in Basingstoke. Check the latest events, news, exhibitions, shows and more in Basingstoke by checking out our News and Events page. Whether you’re looking for things to do with family and friends, the best weekend breaks or planning a longer holiday in Basingstoke, you can be sure you’ll find all the information you need.