Eastrop Park - a popular destination for locals and visitors

Eastrop Park - a popular destination for locals and visitors

Eastrop Park is a public park located in the east of Basingstoke. It is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, offering a variety of attractions and activities for all ages and interests. Whether you want to enjoy nature, have fun, or relax, Eastrop Park has something for you.

The park features a large boating lake, where you can rent a pedal boat and a model boating lake. You can also fish in the lake, or watch the ducks and swans that live there.

The model boating lake is the smaller of the two manmade lakes and is used regularly by the Basingstoke Model Boat Club. This group brings a variety of models such as yachts and steam boats for a peaceful sail in the park. The group is always willing to talk about their boats and welcome new members to the club.

If you are feeling hungry or thirsty, you can visit the café and enjoy a snack or a drink.

The park is also home to a wildlife area, where the River Loddon flows through and feeds into a balancing pond. The pond serves as a habitat for various wildlife, including kingfishers, herons, dragonflies, and frogs. You can observe the wildlife from the dipping platform, or walk along the trails that surround the pond. The park also has a tree trail and a trim trail, where you can learn about different species of trees and exercise your body.

For children, the park has a play area and a paddling pool, where they can have fun and cool off in the summer. The play area has swings, slides, climbing frames, and other equipment for different ages.

Eastrop Park is not only a place for recreation, but also for education and culture. The park hosts various events throughout the year, such as live music, festivals, workshops, and exhibitions. The park also has a history that dates back to the 12th century, when it was part of the Manor of Eastrop.

There are also bike racks near the café. The park is close to the town centre and the train station, so you can easily walk there or take a bus.

Eastrop Park is a beautiful and lively park that offers something for everyone. It is a great place to spend a day with your family or friends, or to escape from the hustle and bustle of the town. If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature, have fun, or relax in Basingstoke, Eastrop Park is the place for you.