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2 Days In Basingstoke and Deane

So you've got 2 full days in Basingstoke and Deane! Let Go Tripper help plan and make your 48 hours a special time. Last updated 10th February 2024

What Should I Do With Two Days In Basingstoke and Deane?

If you have 2 days to spend in Basingstoke and Deane, there are plenty of things to do and see. Here are some suggestions:

Day 1:

  • Visit the Milestones Museum - an indoor museum that takes you back in time to the Victorian era and WWII. Allow at least 2 hours for this visit.
  • Explore the Basing House ruins - the remains of a Tudor palace that was destroyed during the English Civil War. Allow around 1 hour for this visit.
  • Have a picnic or go for a walk in one of the local parks such as Eastrop Park or War Memorial Park.

Day 2:

  • Take a trip to the Bombay Sapphire Distillery - a fascinating tour of the gin-making process with a complimentary gin cocktail at the end. Allow around 2 hours for this visit.
  • Check out the Vyne - a beautiful Tudor house with stunning gardens. Allow at least 2 hours for this visit.
  • Shop at Festival Place - a large shopping centre with over 200 shops, restaurants and a cinema. Allow as much time as you like for this visit.

As for places to stay, there are several hotels and B&Bs in and around Basingstoke. Some popular choices include:

  • The Hampshire Court Hotel
  • The Red Lion Hotel
  • Oakley Hall Hotel
  • The White Hart

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