Family-Friendly Weekend in Basingstoke: Top Kids Activities and Dining

Day 1: Fun Indoor Play

Basingstoke, UK on April 19, 2025

9:00AM

Breakfast at Café Thrive

Start the day with nutritious and kid-approved breakfast options including pancakes and fresh fruit bowls in a welcoming environment.
GBP10, 1 hour

10:30AM

Indoor Play at Funky Monkeys

Enjoy a large indoor soft play center perfect for children up to 12 years old with slides, ball pits, and climbing frames. Open 10:00AM to 6:00PM on weekends.
GBP7 per child, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at The Light Breakfast Company

Relax with hearty sandwiches and kid-friendly snacks in a cozy, family-friendly setting close to the town center.
GBP12, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Basingstoke Canal Centre

Explore the interactive exhibitions at this local canal centre offering fun educational experiences about nature and local history. Open 10:00AM - 4:00PM on Saturdays.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Playtime at Eastrop Park

Let the kids enjoy the outdoor playground with swings, slides, and a paddling pool in warmer months, ideal for afternoon energy release.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Zizzi Basingstoke

Finish the day with a family-friendly Italian meal featuring a dedicated kids menu and relaxed atmosphere.
GBP20, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Outdoor Adventure

Basingstoke, UK on April 20, 2025

8:30AM

Breakfast at The Breakfast Club

Fuel up with classic British breakfast dishes, including kid-friendly options like scrambled eggs and toast.
GBP10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Milestones Museum

Step back in time with interactive exhibits featuring historic vehicles, vintage shops, and a Victorian school classroom. Museum open 10:00AM - 5:00PM on weekends.
GBP10 per adult, children free with paying adult, 2.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Cote Brasserie

Enjoy French-style dining with a comfortable children's menu including classics like chicken and chips.
GBP15, 1 hour

2:00PM

Leisure at Basingstoke Leisure Park – Swimming and Soft Play

Spend the afternoon swimming in the family pool or visiting their indoor soft play area, perfect for active kids. Leisure park open until 9:00PM.
Swimming GBP5 per child, soft play extra, 3 hours

5:30PM

Early Dinner at Pizza Express

Grab delicious pizza with plenty of kid-friendly toppings and a relaxed atmosphere near the town center.
GBP15, 1.5 hours
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