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Basingstoke is a busy inland Hampshire town, with parks, a restored canal and an old ruined house close by. It is a practical, friendly place to meet someone new at your own pace. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Basingstoke
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Basingstoke. Check opening times before you go.
Eastrop Park
A large public park close to Basingstoke town centre, with lawns, trees and a lake. Free to enter and easy for a walk.
The Basingstoke Canal
A quiet towpath running through the Hampshire countryside near the town. Free to walk and mostly flat.
Basing House
The ruins of a Tudor mansion at Old Basing, with gardens and earthworks. Open on certain days, so check opening times before you go.
Around Basingstoke
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Basingstoke town centre, Old Basing, Chineham, Tadley and Oakley.
Getting there: Basingstoke station is on the South Western main line, with fast trains to London Waterloo, Winchester and Southampton. The M3, A33 and A30 are the main roads, and buses serve the surrounding villages.
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Questions about dating in Basingstoke
What is a good first date in Basingstoke?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk in Eastrop Park, a stroll beside the canal and a visit to Basing House. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Basingstoke?
Basingstoke station is on the South Western main line, with fast trains to London Waterloo, Winchester and Southampton. The M3, A33 and A30 are the main roads, and buses serve the surrounding villages.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Basingstoke?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Basingstoke?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.