Milestones Museum: Hampshire Living History Museum

Basingstoke

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Welcome to Hampshire's Museum of Living History! From cobbled streets to seaside piers, teddy bears to vintage vehicles, pubs to sweet shops - there's so much to see, do, experience and enjoy when you celebrate the milestones of the past in Hampshire.

  • Experience life-sized, immersive streets that reflect the architecture of the Victorian era
  • Discover accurately recreated and restored shops, pubs and vehicles 
  • Explore with a free audio guide featuring detailed audio commentary
  • ...and so much more!

There's no need to 'remember the good old days' at Milestones Living History Museum when you can live them!

  • Age Recommendation: Suitable for all ages. Under 5's go FREE!
  • Duration: Spend as long or as little as you like onsite
  • Location: Leisure Park, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG
  • Tickets include: Access to Milestones Museum: Pubs, Shops, Eateries, Pier, Games, Photo Opportunities and more
  • Please note: Milestones Museum tickets are valid for 1-day access.

Immerse yourself into a detailed recreation of life from the Victorian times throughout the 40's and 50's and explore the cobbled streets of yesteryear

  • Uncover the lives of milliners, saddlers, ironmongers and more
  • Visit Abrahams, the 1940s sweet shop when you can pick up a treat for your tastebuds!
  • Grab a drink at The Baverstock Arms and enjoy the hustle and bustle of Victorian times
  • Indulge yourself into Victorian entertainment with a trip to the Teddy Bear Museum
  • Potter along the pier and stroll along the boardwalks before enjoying traditional seaside activities
  • Enjoy postcard-style photo opportunities, wacky mirrors, vintage arcade games, penny arcades, claw grabbers and so much more
  • Head to the award-winning Gift Shop for a fantastic array of items, gifts and souvenirs
  • Feeling peckish? Swing by the vintage tea tent for a selection of sweet treats and drinks, or grab a bigger bite from The Rooftops Cafe, offering fish and chips alongside children's options!

Book Milestones Museum tickets for one of the best things to do in Basingstoke!

Location

Milestones Museum

Leisure Park,
Churchill Way West,
Basingstoke,
Hampshire,
RG22 6PG
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How to Find Us

Address: Milestones Museum, Leisure Park, Churchill Way West, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG

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  • Parking: There are seven allocated accessible parking spaces near the main entrance. Free car parking is also available in front of the museum.
  • By Car: Exit the M3 at Junction 6 or 7 and follow signs for the town centre, then follow brown tourist sights for the Leisure Park and Milestones.
  • By Bus: Number 8 towards Kempshott and Number 6 towards Winklebury.
Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink
  • Wheelchair accessible
More Info
Is the Milestones Museum in Basingstoke wheelchair-accessible?

Yes, the Milestones Museum in Basingstoke is a fully accessible venue. 

  • Please take caution when exploring the museum. As an immersive townscape, some areas have cobbled floors and curbsides which reflect the real terrain of a historic high street. 
Is the Milestones Museum suitable for children?

Yes, the Milestones Museum is an immersive museum suitable for all ages!

PLUS: Under 5's go free!

What should you bring to the Milestones Museum in Basingstoke?

All tickets are non-transferable and must be used by the purchaser. Due to this, the Milestones Museum may request to see ID. If you are unable to provide matching ID, you may be refused entry. 

  • Under 18's are not required to bring ID to the museum. 
Is there food and drink available at Milestones Museum in Hampshire?

Yes! There are a variety of eateries at the Milestones Museum in Basingstoke, including:

  • The Rooftop Cafe: Offers fish and chips, soup, savoury pastries, sandwiches, children's meals, hot and cold drinks, ice cream and more
  • The Baverstock Arms: Providing hot and cold drinks
  • Vintage Tea Tent: Serves cakes and snacks
  • Outdoor Picnic Areas: Bring a picnic along and enjoy it in the fresh air!

Please note: Hot food is only sold at the Rooftops Cafe between the hours of 12:00pm and 2:00pm. 

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