Basingstoke Canal Centre
The Basingstoke Canal Centre is a great place to relax or find out more about Surrey and Hampshire's picturesque canal. From the rolling North Hampshire Hills to the dramatic flights of locks in Surrey, the tree lined canal offers a variety of delights.
It is a 'SSSI' nature reserve, teeming with wildlife, while it's 200 year old bridges and locks hold a surprise around every corner. Add in the colourful sights of traditional narrow boats and you have a unique attraction, all for free.
You can enjoy the canal from the 32 mile long towpath or even take a boat or cruise.
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
|---|
| 2012 (13/04/2012 - 30/09/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | 10:30 | 16:45 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 | 16:45 |
| Thursday | 10:30 | 16:45 |
| Friday | 10:30 | 16:45 |
| Saturday | 10:30 | 16:45 |
| Sunday | 10:30 | 16:45 |
| 2012 (01/10/2012 - 31/12/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:30 | 15:45 |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | Closed | |
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Disabled Parking
- Disabled persons toilet
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
- Wheelchair user accessible
Children & Infants
- Children's Meals
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
- Outdoor children’s play area
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking
Catering
- Picnic area
Payment Methods
- American Express
- Delta
- MasterCard
- Solo
- Visa
Establishment Features
- All weather attraction
- Conference facilities
- Dogs admitted on a lead
- Gift shop
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Marquee Space Available
- Open all year round
- Open on bank holidays
- Staff fluent in foreign languages ** (List of languages are separately given)
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Cyclists welcome
- Educational Groups
- Information Point
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult - Boat Trip | £6.00 per ticket |
| Child - Boat Trip | £3.50 per ticket |
| Family - Boat trip | £17.00 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Take the Mychett turning from A331 near junction 4 of the M3. Follow brown signs to Canal Centre.
