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Basingstoke Canal Centre

Mytchett Place Road
Mytchett
Camberley
Hampshire
GU16 6DD

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Tel: 01252 370073

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The Basingstoke Canal runs for 32 miles, from Greywell Village in Hampshire to Woodham in Surrey. Different parts of the canal hold their own surprises such as the flights of locks in Surrey, the lakes and flashes near Mytchett or the rolling fields and picturesque cottages near Odiham.

The Canal Visitor Centre at Mytchett is the perfect place to start exploring the canal or simply relax and watch the boats pass by.

Our 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.

There is plenty of parking and the towpath is easily accessible from the Canal Centre, so why not start your journey from here.

Opening Times

Winter Opening (1 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026)
Day	Times
Monday	Closed*
Tuesday - Thursday	10:30	- 16:00*
Friday	10:30	- 15:45*
Saturday - Sunday	Closed*

Summer Opening (1 Apr 2026 - 30 Sept 2026)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:30	- 16:45*

* Please note that times are provisional.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

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Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled Parking
Disabled persons toilet
Ramp/Level Access
Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

Cafe
Picnic area

Children & Infants

Outdoor children’s play area

Establishment Features

Dogs admitted on a lead
Gift shop
Meeting rooms
Open all year round
Toilets

Parking & Transport

Free parking

Provider Preferences

In countryside
Outdoor Attraction

Specialist Features

Cyclists welcome
Information Point

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