Attractions around Basingstoke And Deane

Calleva originated during the Iron Age and became the centre of the kingfom of the Atrebates. After Roman invasion in 43AD, the town was enlarged. It thrived throughout Roman rule, … read more

This is a steep climb through picturesque countryside peaking at about a 16% incline, but you can take a break at the top and explore Watership Down if you fancy … read more

The Vyne is a 16th-century country house outside Sherborne St John near Basingstoke in Hampshire, England.

The Vyne was built for Lord Sandys, King Henry VIII's Lord Chamberlain. The house … read more

The Church of England parish church of St Mary the Virgin is just within the walls of the former Roman town [Calleva Atrebatum], possibly on the site of a Roman temple. read more

Handy cafe for cyclists with plenty of outdoor space and seating, good selection of cakes!

This short and gentle climb to Little London rises through a canopy of trees which give it a very nice atmosphere while providing cover from both sun and rain. read more

The Church of St James in Bramley, Hampshire, England was built in the Norman period and has been added to since. It is a Grade I listed building. read more

check the map for walking routes around and through this historic site, some great info at Reading Museum also

The Anglican church of St. Saviour's and its former parsonage, in the historic Hampshire parish of Mortimer West End, lie on the northern shoulder of the valley of the eastward-draining … read more

Bramley Village Bakery is located on Sherfield Rd, just before the level crossing and beside Bramley train station.Friendly staff will help you to a rich selection of coffee, cakes … read more

St Mary’s church is, as its appearance suggests, Norman (12th century) in origin and is a building of significant historical interest. There has been a church on the site for … read more

The Three Castles Path is a long-distance walking trail inspired by King John's journeys between the castles of Windsor and Winchester, later building Odiham Castle right in the middle. The … read more

Christ Church is an unaltered small Victorian church, finished in 1867.It has been a Grade II Listed building since 1984.Ref. historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1173070

Very picturesque, but has suffered from overuse of motocross bikes. On entry and through the trail you will discover logs have been laid on the trail which you will need … read more

A charming little Hampshire village, with lots of pleasant, quiet lanes to be explored either on two wheels or by foot. Nice pubs too.

I was coming out of Cliddesden when I noticed this panoramic spot which offered the perfect excuse for a short break...
Yes, you can see some of the M3 traffic … read more

Kingsclere is a pretty village with a history that stretches back to the 9th century. There are a couple of old inns in the village, places for food and drink, … read more

Watership Down is a hill in the Hampshire Downs. It is best known as the setting for Richard Adams' 1972 novel about rabbits, ‘Watership Down’. The hill, which has a … read more

Couple of gates closed if cattle in field

Suitable trail for MTB. The bridleway passes beautiful coppiced woodland (oak, holly and hazel) and within the Weston Common ancient woodland. A fairly deep disused open pit runs adjacent to the bridleway for a short section (so be careful)!