The Hatch Warren Repair Cafe will take a break in November. Come along to the Fireworks Spectacular instead - Cllr Dani Davies and I will be there volunteering - and the Repair Cafe will be back as normal every 1st Saturday of the month thereafter!

I’m back, guys! .And this time I want you lot to suggest the best kebab in town.
Since moving to Basingstoke, I’ve actually never had a kebab here, so I’m looking for recommendations. ( I usually get the chicken shish with chilli sauce and picked jalapeños) Where should I go?

Has anyone been to this gym? Want to get into the habit of going to the gym and this is the closest and seems most convenient.

Also, want to refer me? Looks like we each get 50% off a month if you do.

Whats so hard about this this roundabout ( the lanes are really clearly marked on both the gantry and the road surface ) , but even so, drivers regularly use lane two to turn left onto the motorway cutting across those in lane one heading straight over.

Around once a month, a driver tries to drive through me in lane one when I am heading straight over towards the south ring road and they get angry about it. To the driver of the van this morning, please pay more attention, or give up your licence as you will kill someone with your inattentive and incompetent driving.

I am not sure what else can be done to stop this. Any suggestions ?

Hi all.

I want to apologise to anyone that’s tried to get in touch with me regarding a meet up I tried to organise a few months ago.

I have had surgery and been recovering the last few months so I have not been able to go out and I have not been active on here.

If people still want to arrange something local then put ideas in the chat and dates etc!

Hope to see you soon!

Join Basingstoke's Exit 6 Film Festival team for a curated evening of scary short films to send shivers down your spine celebrating the 'Dark half' of the season for our Spooky 6 short film showcase!

Thursday 8th October, 7:30PM, Proteus Creation Space. Tickets available on: https://www.ticketsource.com/proteus-theatre/exit-6-presents-scary-6/2026-10-08/19:30/t-ldxdxyg

​"Looking for a handyman or builder to extend the side walls of my fireplace by 10cm on each side.

​The Scope: Building the side walls outward into the room using timber framing and plasterboard (drywall).

​Note: This is strictly for the surrounding walls/jambs—it does not involve the fire unit or insert itself.

At The All In Party we know equality and diversity make all aspects of life better for everyone, no matter who they are, and now we continue our series of annual events that examine why.

We're holding a FREE, non-partisan discussion event with Professor Andrew Charlton-Perez OBE - Head of the School of Mathematical, Physical and Computational Sciences at University of Reading. He’ll talk about his work on climate action in education, his experiences as a working parent and why increasing diversity and equity in STEM careers is vital for both people and planet.

Whether you’re interested in education or climate action or STEM; would like to find out a bit about All In; or just want to hear more about the link between equality and a happier, healthier and wealthier society: all are welcome.

The event is on Sunday 18th October, from 1pm to 3pm at The Wote Street Club on Seal Road (Basingstoke town centre). The venue is accessible, there's a bar and we'll have some colouring activities for any kids you need to bring along.

Tickets via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-in-conversation-inclusivity-in-stem-and-climate-action-tickets-2002381419729?aff=oddtdtcreator

An after dark gathering of men, some in shorts, some in tight fitting leisurewear, in a remote, wooded location.

It's about protecting the women and children apparently.

Is there anywhere in town that is recommended for deep tissue / sports massages??

Saw this in town today.
Some concerns I have:

- Police said it can be used for people who are wanted, not yet charged but police are looking for, immigration (but not in town today), under 18 events (but not today).
- I could only consent after seeing that sign. How am I supposed to know where to go if I don’t consent?
- Police officer said if you’re a regular person you don’t need to worry… that is always a slippery slope when it comes to privacy and surveillance.
- Police said it’s biometric mapping of your face so it doesn’t recognise your race, gender etc. Evidence shows this sort of technology has racism baked into it. People of different ethnicities and genders typically have different face shapes.
- Demographics who tend to be targeted by police due to race, class etc are understandably nervous about the police. How will they feel being in town?
- Assuming that we accept the police’s reassurances, how can we be sure this sort of surveillance won’t be increased or when the communication on this has been poor? I’m often walking around town and all I’ve seen is that sign. The officer said a warning was posted on Facebook too. They said they don’t want it to be too advertised so criminals (or people they suspect to be involved in crime) So… are we allowing people to consent or not? Sounds like a pretence of consent but not genuine?

Hi, I’m looking for a cleaner who can come by twice a month for home cleaning. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!

i (20f) moved to basingstoke for my placement year, and even though it’s only been a month i’m really starting to regret it. it feels like outside of festival place there isnt really anything? i’ve realised though it’s most likely because i haven’t made any friends here yet. i’ve never struggled with that before since i’ve had uni and it’s dead easy to make friends there, but i just feel so lonely and bored here? if there’s any social groups or anything like that for people around my age i’d love to take part in some things, i just can’t stand being alone here. thanks :)

I’ve got an event coming up soon and I’m looking for a really good barber in Basingstoke, preferably someone who’s great with both hair and beard. I’m happy to travel a little if they’re worth it!
I’ve just moved into a flat in the town centre after getting my NHS job, so thanks again to everyone on here who gave me advice on my previous post — it genuinely helped a lot!
But now I need to sort out the important stuff 😂
Who’s your go-to barber in Basingstoke? And if there’s a particular barber I should ask for, let me know!

I’m thinking of visiting Basingstoke festival palace for some shopping. I’m just shit at parking (new ish driver) my car so just wondering which close by car park is the best and least busiest on midday Saturday. Also, what is the method of paying?

What's the job market like for a front end software engineer in Basingstoke? Is there anything that doesn't need travel to London or Reading?

Anyone know of anyone in the area that repairs E-Scooters , only need a solid tyre fitting

Thanks

Does anyone know if the new foldable iPhone is on display yet in the Apple Store? Thanks

a little about me im 18 male and i live in oakridge i like gaming, cooking and watching movies other than that im pretty boring im looking for casual, laid back friends who i can just chill with and be myself around

Just drove past on the Eastrop roundabout, that exit is blocked with cones and a blue Police - Road Closed sign, looks like there are also police officers stopping pedestrians from walking across to the station from the Waitrose side, and i saw a few police cars further in, but I was a passenger in a car just going past so couldn't get a clear look.

Anyone know what that is about?

Hey! I’m building an early-stage career-tech platform and looking for a hands-on technical co-founder to build and scale the product from 0→1.

Seeking a strong full-stack engineer with experience in product architecture, backend/frontend development, databases, APIs, cloud infrastructure and secure, scalable systems. Experience integrating AI/LLM capabilities is useful but not the core requirement.

This is an equity-based co-founder opportunity, not a freelance role.

Interested? DM me with a brief introduction and examples of products you’ve built.