Location: Basingstoke
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Basingstoke (/ˈbeɪzɪŋstoʊk/ BAY-zing-stohk) is the largest town in the modern county of Hampshire (Southampton and Portsmouth being cities.) It is situated in south central England, and lies across a valley at the source of the River Loddon. It is located 30 miles (48 km) northeast of Southampton, 48 miles (77 km) southwest of London, and 19 miles (31 km) northeast of the county town and former capital Winchester. According to the 2016 population estimate the town had a population of 113,776. It is part of the borough of Basingstoke and Deane and part of the parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. Basingstoke is often nicknamed "Doughnut City" or "Roundabout City" because of the number of large roundabouts.
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1. Galleon Marine
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5.0 based on 77 reviews
Galleon Marine offer Rowboats, Sit on Kayaks and Open Canoes that can be rented by the hour to enjoy and explore the Basingstoke Canal. We also have a picnic garden and small kiosk that sells, ice cream, hot and cold drinks and snacks. Our Self Drive Narrowboats can be rented for short breaks and week holidays for groups of 2 to 8 people. We are open from March to October.
2. Virgin Balloon Flights - Basingstoke
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Hot air ballooning over Basingstoke provides the perfect opportunity for passengers to enjoy the sights of the New Forest to the majesty of the waters around Portsmouth, Southampton and the Isle of Wight. Boasting a fascinating array of landmark beauty spots including stately homes, castles, listed monuments and famous towns and cities, Hampshire is at its finest when viewed from the air.
3. Espokes
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Espokes run electric bike hire and tours in the South of England. With outlets in Basingstoke, Hampshire and Wincanton, Somerset they are able to cover Hampshire, Somerset, Dorset, Berkshire, Surrey and Wiltshire. Espokes have devised a number of routes in the historic county of Somerset; where the oldest dated human road work in Great Britain is the Sweet Track constructed with wooden planks in 3807 BC across the Somerset Levels. Hampshire; the largest County in South East England where you can explore such places as The War Memorial Park in Basingstoke, a historic Georgian park, with its attractive parkland landscape of mature trees and garden features. Our electric bikes enable you to enjoy the sights whatever your fitness levels and to go further without the worry of tiring yourself out. We can even tailor tours to suit your needs and requirements; from historical tours to fun tours, Hen and Stag or corporate tours. Discover the Great British Countryside. Book Now
4. Skizone
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5.0 based on 42 reviews
At Skizone our revolving, fully adjustable ski slopes replicate a real piste. The slope surface is an astro-turf carpet which offers the most economical way to learn and is suitable for all ages and abilities. With a fully qualified instructor by your side throughout the lesson and a mirror at the bottom of the slope feedback is instant and gives you the best opportunity to perfect your technique.
Reviewed By kevin_Crine - Basingstoke, United Kingdom
compared to both dry slope and indoor snow slopes, Skizone is the best way to hone your skills. i've learnt to both ski and snowboard there. the 3 main advantages that it has are 1) unlike dry/snow slopes where you have to waste time going up and down on the drag lift, at Skizone you get every second of practice time. so half an hour on their equates to many hours on a dry slope. 2) the surface at Skizone has a lot more friction than at the other slopes, so you need a lot more control to do it. so it punishes you if you make a mistake, which means your technique becomes that much better. 3) unlike a dry slope, the gradient and speed of the slope can be altered by the instructor so it can be made to suit all abilities. also the staff are very friendly and helpful.
5. Basingstoke Golf Club
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4.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 150jillb - Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom
The course is in beautifull condition and the greens quite fast. It is a travesty, that this land is being sold for housing! Tree spotters could have a lovely time looking at the many species. In the clubhouse food is truly excellent.
6. Weybrook Park Golf Club
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4.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By bmlowpar - Basingstoke, United Kingdom
The course is fully open and yes there are some muddy parts green to tee but, hey, you chose to play. Have you done any gardening in the past few weeks? Course is still a good test of golf and having the 18 holes to play is obviously a testament to a high quality course management team The weather will improve, ever hopeful, and the course will get better and better.
7. Basingstoke Aquadrome
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3.0 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By stevemG1248HZ - Bristol, United Kingdom
I was a bit apprehensive about going given some of the recent reviews about cleanliness, but actually it's fine. Yes it's got a bit of mould in the little things attached to the walls but overall it's fine. I didn't see lots of staff doing nothing like a previous reviewer, I saw lots of life guards doing their jobs, and a friendly welcome from the reception staff. Plenty of showers, plenty of changing rooms and no wait to get in during half term.
8. Planet Ice
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3.0 based on 104 reviews
9. Ocean Turtle Diving
A PADI 5 star IDC scuba diving centre based in Basingstoke covering the South of England and beyond. We have been operating for over 15 years to deliver top class PADI training and scuba experiences to a multitude of divers young and old. We have a well stocked shop and offer air and nitrox fills, servicing and rentals in house.
10. 4WDining Off-Road Adventures
With a decade of 4WD experience and five years of travelling the world, I'm a polymath who can engage in a discussion on just about any topic and loves to share my passion for 4WD vehicles and accessories. When you join one of our tours you also get to pick my brain and get unbiased, well researched info about the best products the industry has to offer.
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