Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre

Mytchett, Surrey Heath

The visitor centre for the Basingstoke Canal, run by Surrey County Council beside the towpath at Mytchett. It is a starting point for canal walks and cycle rides, with a play area, picnic spots, a cafe and, in normal water conditions, boat trips and boat hire.

Highlights

• Children's play area and picnic areas by the water
• Towpath walks and cycling along the canal
• Rosebud narrowboat trips and pedalo, canoe and kayak hire in season
• Seasonal trails, pond dipping and Santa cruises in December

Good to know

• Boat trips, kayaks, rowing boats and pedalos are not running at the moment because of low water levels
• The Canal cafe is run separately; check its Facebook page for times
• A pay-for dog wash sits behind the visitor centre
• The nearest stations are Ash Vale and North Camp

Getting there