Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre

Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre offers the perfect place to start exploring the canal or simply relax and watch the boats pass by.

The facilities overlook the picturesque canal and include an information point and gift shop, tearoom, picnic area, children's trailblazer play area, function room, and a campsite.

John Cale Canal cruises operate from the Centre hiring out pedalos, canoes as well as running public boat trips and chartered hire.

The towpath is easily accessible from the Canal Centre, so why not start your journey from here!