A white building with three trees in front and market square.

Willis Museum, located at the Top of Town

See and do at the Top of The Town

Find things to do at the Top of The Town.

Basingstoke Market sets up in Market Place, the historic heart of Basingstoke town centre on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9am to 4pm. Stalls currently sell fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, clothing and more.

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A narrow passage with wood each side. At the end you can see a woodeen barrel.

Exciting Escapes

This escape room provides an hour-long adventure with your friends, family or perhaps your work mates.

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The outside of the theatre. A canopy of metal and different coloured glass.

Haymarket Theatre

Anvil Arts is the largest performing arts organisation in Hampshire and runs The Anvil (concert hall), The Haymarket (theatre) and The Forge (studio). The packed programme at The Haymarket includes drama, children's theatre, music, and comedy for all tastes. Anvil Arts is managed by The Anvil Trust, an independent educational charity.

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A stone and red brick victorian style building.

Proteus Creation Space

Proteus Creation Space is a community arts centre hosting classes, workshops, art exhibitions, performances and events, and the home of national touring theatre company, Proteus which produces dynamic, physical theatre work, always inviting local audiences into the process to see ‘work in progress’ before the shows tour nationally, making this work truly ‘Made in Basingstoke’.

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Sian Storey Art painting on a telecoms box

Streets Alive Trail

Enjoy a walk around Basingstoke town centre and discover all the colourful street furniture brought to life with poems and illustrations by our local artists.

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Town Trail

The Basingstoke Town Trail is a self-guided walk showing you more about the town’s history, from Domesday to the modern day.

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Trapped in Fiction

Trapped in Fiction is a five star escape room in Basingstoke. Designed to challenge and excite all ages, it is perfect for families, groups, couples and anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.

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Willis Museum, courtesy of Hampshire Cultural Trust

Willis Museum and Sainsbury Gallery

Centrally located at the Top of The Town, in the Willis Museum you will discover Basingstoke and Deane’s past, from the rich archaeological heritage beneath our feet right up to the modern day. Throughout the year, there is a programme of touring exhibitions, as well as fun events, workshops and activities for all the family to enjoy.

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