I’m not affiliated with them, I don’t even live in Basingstoke but I just wanted to mention how cheap they are. I thought the taxis would be more expensive the closer to London you get, but they charge me £18 for a 12 mile journey, which is pretty good compared to most cities I’ve been in.

I just got off a train from London and the first thing I saw is this helicopter circling around town multiple times. When I got a lift down to my house I saw the police with blue lights and sirens on driving towards town. The helicopter looks blue and yellow which I'm guessing is the Police Helicopter but is there a reason why it's been deployed and circling around town?

Would anyone know what the roadworks are for which are closing Beggarwood Road on thr 22nd and 23rd October near The HollyBlue?

I have just moved to the area and am looking for an acupuncturist / homeopath / traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. Does anyone have any recommendations please?

Anyone got any recommendations for good quality coffee in town - it seems like everywhere I try is average at best!

I'm a bassist, a competent one I hope, and I'm looking for people to play with. Probably just a guitarist and drummer, maybe a dedicated singer too.

I'm seventeen so preferably people around that range. I'm open to playing anything really but I'm mainly into stuff like The Smiths, Weezer, Car Seat Headrest, stuff like that.

Lmk!

Hi all, looking like I will have to move to south east of Basingstoke to commute to a new job in Headley near Newbury (need to live there as it works for my partner's job, too).

I would be driving in from the M3 and then up around the outskirts of town on the eastern edge, then on up to Newbury.

It looks ok on the map but just wondering if there are any particularly bad spots? Maps say about 40 minutes. I guess could be up to about 1 hour in rush hour.

Thanks all!

Hey all! I've got a real itch for pool but the only place I know with more than one table is the Academy, is there any good venues closer to town centre? My mate mentioned the Village Hotel?

Thanks for reading :)

Unexpectedly got a Friday off and fancy going for a nice pub lunch. What's the best option in the area these days (at a reasonable price!)?

Hi All,

I’m looking for new GP within Basingstoke, currently registered at Shakespeare road.

Recently I’ve waited 3 days for telephone consultation just for it to be missed (no response from gp) and put off waiting one more week for another consultation.

The gp’s there can be really nice and helpful or very otherwise.

Can you recommend any other practices in the area?

Many thanks!

Hi - looking for a piano tutor in Basingstoke or surrounding area (for an adult beginner). Any recommendations appreciated.

New to area. Need recommendations for a good garage for MOT

Hi Basingstoke! If you're interested in online Japanese tutoring, I'd love to be of assistance! I'm teaching alongside my Master's degree program in foreign affairs, and this is a huge help! If you're even somewhat interested, plese don't hesitate to book a free online session here: https://calendar.app.google/Cb8ggrcEeP2WhNwa6 . This allows for us to expand upon my approach towards teaching, your goals and expectations, and come up with a customized plan just for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns as I'm always ready to help! Thanks!

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Hi is there anyone or do you know of anyone who can help us load up a van to move house! We have been let down last minute with the guys we had originally booked

Can anyone recommend a good driving instructor in Basingstoke for automatic driving? Ideally in the £25 to £30 price range if that's at all possible these days. Any advice much appreciated.

My wife is taking part in a martial arts competition in Basingstoke on Sunday. I've offered to drive her (from far away) and will need to kill time between 10 and 4. Happy to try anything.

I've just recently moved here (33F) and noticed a lot of book clubs aren't active anymore. I'm a huge introvert in her 30s, but I really have to do something to start making more friends and there aren't a lot of social things going on. I saw this become very successful in Reading, so I'm willing to make this happen in Bas.

Would any women in their 30s, 40s etc be interested in a monthly book club that can also expand to other things like cinema, outings, etc further on as we get to know each other?

There's a horror one already, so I'm thinking non-horrory, but just gauging the interest at the moment so feel free to leave a suggestion. Also if you know a place where we could meet monthly (preferably at Festival Place) that would be fab.

Just thinking about ways to make some extra money, and I was thinking about maybe doing some driving for Uber on my days off. I wasn’t sure if they operate in Basingstoke but according to search online suggests they do. Is it worth it? I’ve got a 2yr old electric car so cheap to run. Anything else I need to consider?

Anyone know which shops in kempshoty deliver newspapers. My mums getting quite old and I would rather her not wander off to the shops to get her paper every day

Hi Guys,

I'm currently a 19 year old full time college student looking for my first job in Basingstoke particular weekend work. I haven't had much luck so far not even getting 1 interview. Does anyone know a good first job that would be willing to hire young people my age?

The only work I have done is work experience in a nursery and in a couple of schools. Any suggestions or if you know of any opportunities please let me know as this would be highly appreciated!

Hey all,

I'm looking for a reliable, honest plumber to fit a new heating system. Haven't had much luck looking on Google and the once I have received a quote from we are not keen on.

Anyone got any recommendation? Doesn't have to be from Basingstoke, could be surrounding area Newbury/Reading/Winchester etc..

Thanks in advance for responding 😊

Why is it so hard to find a place in Basingstoke? What is an "okay" price to pay for an One bedroom apartment? We have been looking for a place to rent by November, but the market seems crazy right now. All the viewings are booked as soon as the property is on the market. Any reliable letting agents you guys can recommend? Thank you :)

Anyone in Basingstoke or nearby fly FPV?

It seems autumn is on its way..

Hi all,

Wondering if I can ask for some cardboard boxes in the Sainsbury's store. I will be moving soon and want some boxes for packing and don't want to buy the boxes which I will discard after moving.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!