Things to do in Basingstoke for families
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Need something to do today? All places listed below are located within 30 minutes of Festival Place in Basingstoke. I've been to and reviewed all of them and will be updating as I try out more things to do with Children. Any places which have invited me along free of charge, I have included with an *. I will only add them on here if I think they are worth sharing about!
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Beggarwood Park and Play Area
Free car parking at Beggarwood Shops, enjoy a stroll around the open air park with buggy friendly tracks, a play area, scooter / skateboarding park and cafe.
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- Suitable for all ages
- Read our review on Instagram
- Park near Cafe in the Park
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The Little Swim CLub
Private adult and child swimming lessons in two pools between 32 and 33.5 degrees. Newborn, toddler, and child swimming lessons available.
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- Suitable from 6 weeks upwards
- Read our review on Instagram
- Check out current availability
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Miller's Ark Farm
Come, cuddle and see all our the farm animals - piglets, goat kids, sheep and lambs, cows, miniature donkeys and their adorable foals, Daisy the Shire horse, fancy chicken, cheerful ducks and of course Dave the turkey.
- Suitable for all ages
- Read our review on Instagram
- Find out what days they're open
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Early Days Sensory - South Ham
This session, based at Westside Community Centre, is great for babies to explore sensory items in their own time while parents get to catch up in a welcoming environment.
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- Suitable for newborn - 18 months
- Read our review on Instagram
- No need to book, just turn up!
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Check before you go!
Disclaimer: All the info provided by Mama Around Town is to the best of our knowledge when published. Things change... before travelling check the websites and socials for up to date timings, prices, locations, events prior to going. These are recommendations and Mama Around Town cannot be hold liable for any cancellations, changes, fully booked or postponed sessions/events.