Nightlife in Basingstoke
Basingstoke's evenings divide between its old town and its modern centre. Here is how they differ.
The Top of the Town
The Top of the Town, the old market town around Church Street, Winchester Street and London Street, has the pubs and restaurants with the most character. It suits a relaxed evening.
The Top of the Town, the old market town around Church Street, Winchester Street and London Street, has the pubs and restaurants with the most character.
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Festival Place
Festival Place, the modern centre, has restaurants and bars around it and stays busy into the evening, with the station a short walk away.
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The Leisure Park
The Leisure Park on the edge of town has a cinema and other evening entertainment. You will want a car or a taxi to reach it.
The Leisure Park on the edge of town has a cinema and other evening entertainment.
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The Anvil and the Haymarket
The Anvil concert hall and the Haymarket theatre make an evening around a show easy to plan, with the centre's restaurants close by.
The Anvil concert hall and the Haymarket theatre make an evening around a show easy to plan, with the centre's restaurants close by.
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Getting home safely, and planning around a booking
Trains reach London Waterloo in under an hour, but late services are fewer, so check the last train before you set out. Use a licensed taxi, check the badge and share the journey with a friend. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
Trains reach London Waterloo in under an hour, but late services are fewer, so check the last train before you set out.
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Basingstoke areas worth knowing
- Top of the TownThe old market town, with the most character
- Festival PlaceThe modern town centre
- The AnvilA concert hall near the station
- HaymarketThe town's theatre
- Basingstoke Leisure ParkCinema and entertainment on the edge of town
Frequently asked questions
The Top of the Town, the old market town, has the most character and the calmest pubs.
Into the evening, but not all night. Check the last departure before you go out.
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