Explore things to do in Basingstoke

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Already explored our lovely Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa and its grounds? Why not head out into the city? Here’s a few of some of the most interesting things to do in Basingstoke…  

Milestones Museum
10 minute drive

Learn Hampshire’s history.  Go all the way back to the Victorian era, stopping at all the big milestones in Hampshire’s history. Buy rations from a 1940s shop, take a tour round their vintage vehicle collection, and even see a working Victorian printing press. Milestones Museum is truly one of the most interesting places to visit in Basingstoke.   
  
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The Vyne
12 minute drive

Explore a former Tudor powerhouse.  The Vyne was home to aristocratic lords and ladies for over 500 years, and even played host to Elizabeth I on two separate occasions. Check out the pre-Reformation chapel where you can see the earliest depiction of Henry VIII in stained glass. You can also see the domed summerhouse in the gardens, and a 600-year-old oak tree.

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iFLY
10 minute drive

If you’re looking for things to do in Basingstoke that are a little bit out there, why not give indoor skydiving a try? It doesn’t matter if you’ve never tried it before, their fully trained instructors are ready and waiting to help you get that feeling of weightlessness in their wind tunnel. You can also give their Paraflight VR a try and perform tricks while exploring virtual landscapes.   

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The Manor House
20 minute drive

Designed by Gertrude Jekyll, the most respected gardener of her time, the gardens at Upton Grey Manor House are a sight to behold. From the sloping lines of the Wild Garden to the strictly geometric shapes in the Formal Gardens, Jekyll’s skill at garden architecture is easily visible.

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Willis Museum and Sainsbury Gallery
11 minute drive

Housed in a striking early-Victorian building that once served as Basingstoke’s Town Hall, the Willis Museum & Sainsbury Gallery offers a lively journey through the region’s past. The museum combines hands-on family activities, rotating exhibitions and a welcoming café, making it an ideal stop for visitors of all ages. Located right in the heart of Basingstoke, it’s perfectly placed for a flexible half-day outing during your stay. 

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Whitchurch Silk Mill
31 minute drive

Nestled beside the River Test in the lovely town of Whitchurch, this historic water-powered silk mill has been crafting English silk fabrics for over 200 years using original Victorian machinery and looms. Visitors can watch weaving demonstrations, explore the working mill, and treat themselves in the riverside cafe and shop offering handmade silk products. This charming, under-the-radar heritage site offers a peaceful contrast to busier attractions. 

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