Basingstoke is in the England’s county of Hampshire. It is a small town, surrounded by the famous English countryside, with plenty of character and friendly people. It is a town with a community feel and there is plenty to keep everyone occupied. The town and area around it is best seen using the cheap car hire in Basingstoke.

The Willis Museum holds a large collection of archaeological finds from Basingstoke and the surrounding area. They are nearly all from the period of the Roman occupation of England, which helped to shape the town, as it did much of the country. Another key place to visit, is Basing House, which has been reduced to ruins, but was once one of the grandest palaces.

A must see for any visitors during the summer months of July and August, is the Annual Kite Festival. It is not always in the same location, so you will have to find out beforehand. Wherever it is will be easily accessible using your car rental. There are a few more museums around the town, as well as the rather odd chapel of the Holy Ghost.

For night life, Basingstoke is as good as any other town, with a selection of bars, pubs and restaurants, focused mainly around the High Street. For shopping, there is the main shopping centre, called Festival Place Shopping Centre. A bright modern building, it has a cinema, various eateries and restaurants and a wide selection of shops.

Cheap car hire in Basingstoke will be hugely beneficial in taking yourself and your family and friends on day trips out of town. Travel to Winchester for boutique shopping or just cruise around the country lanes for an afternoon. Car hire in Basingstoke is the best way to travel in this region.