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What makes Basingstoke a new town?
Basingstoke is not, as is commonly thought, a “new town” – in fact it’s an expanded market town with origins that can be traced right back to the Iron Age. Today, Basingstoke is one of Hampshire’s most prosperous and vibrant locations and is home to the UK headquarters for many global brands from Game to Sun Life.
What is the Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council?
Basingstoke and Deane is the local Borough Council and has its offices in the town centre. Elections to the council take place in 3 out of every 4 years. Under the town twinning scheme, the local council have twinned Basingstoke with Alençon in France, Braine-l’Alleud in Belgium, and Euskirchen in Germany.
What are the best things to do in Basingstoke?
The Festival Place Shopping Centre is the focal point for most shopaholics, with over 200 stores and 31 different restaurants. If you’re looking for something fun and active then Atmosphere and Flip Out are both trampoline parks situated in Basingstoke. Visit the remains and wander the gardens…
What is the soil like in the area of Basingstoke?
Basingstoke is situated on a bed of cretaceous upper chalk with small areas of clayey and loamy soil, inset with combined clay and flint patches.
Is Basingstoke the perfect size for You?
It’s been called Boringstoke and Amazingstoke, but having lived in Basingstoke for the last three years I’ve grown to really enjoy and appreciate all it has to offer. For me, it’s the perfect size.
What are the best festivals in Basingstoke?
Festivals. Basingstoke Festival has a focus on cheese and chilli but there’s something for everyone at the event, including performances and free activities for children. There’s also Basingstoke Live, a free two-day music festival, and the Kite Festival, which exhibits the best in the business.
Where are the best pubs in Basingstoke?
A wide range of pubs are on offer in Basingstoke, including the highly rated The Bolton Arms, a renovated 15th Century timber Inn; The Crown, a gastropub with modern English cuisine; The Fur & Feathers, a family run real-ale pub with a global menu; and The Jolly Farmer, a rural pub with lovely beer garden. 11. Fine dining