Local attractions
There's plenty to do in the area, you could make a day of it and visit a local attraction before or after you come to see us. Here are a few ideas to get you started...
Wellington Country Park
Odiham Road Riseley, Hampshire RG7 1SP
Tel: 0118 932 6444 | www.wellington-country-park.co.uk/
Opening times: Low season 9.30am - 4.30pm and high season 9.30am - 5.30pm.
A safe and fun filled venue for all the family within woodlands. There are four nature trails to follow, taking in sights of our vast array of wildlife in their natural habitat.
From the Leather Bottle - about 4.1 miles to/from wellington country park.
West Green House
Thackham's Lane, near Hartley Wintney, Hook, RG27 8JB
Tel: 01252 844611 | http://westgreenhouse.co.uk/
Open 10 March to 29 Sept 11.00am - 4.30pm Wed - Sun.
One of England's finest manor house gardens marrying traditional style with contemporary design.
From the Leather Bottle - about 1.8 miles to/from West Green House.
The Vyne
Vyne Road, Basingstoke, RG24 9HL
Tel: 01256 883858 | http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/vyne/
Open 11.00am 5.00pm.
An intimate family home, the history of the Vyne spans the centuries.
From the Leather Bottle - about 11.4 miles to/from The Vyne.
Elevetham Heath Farmers Market
The Key, Elvetham Heath, Hampshire, GU51 1HA
Tel: 01420 588671 | www.hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk
Open 4th Saturday of the month 10.00am - 2.00pm.
Provides local food, contemporary county produce and crafts.
From the Leather Bottle - about 7.1 miles to/from Elevetham Heath Farmers Market.
Diply mill
Dipley Road, Hartley Wintney, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 8JP
Tel: 07885 745904 | www.ngs.org.uk/gardens
Open 26 May (1-5); 23 June; 21 July (1-5.30); 22 Sept (1-4).
A romantic adventure awaits as you wander by the meandering streams surrounding this Domesday Book listed mill.
From the Leather Bottle - about 1.0 miles to/from Diply mill.
Mattingley Church
Mattingley Church, RG27 8LA
Tel: 01256 760169 | www.stjohnhook.f2s.com/mattingley.html
A Grade I listed building with a timber frame built in the 15 century.
From the Leather Bottle - about 0.7 miles to/from Mattingley Church.
Hazeley Heath Common
RG278NB
Hazeley Heath is a peaceful and relaxing environment for those wishing to enjoy nature at its best.
From the Leather Bottle - about 1.7 miles to/from Hazley Heath Common.
Old Basing House
Basing Grange, The Street, Old Basing, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8AE
Tel: 0845 603 5635 | http://www3.hants.gov.uk/basing-house.htm
Open Saturday to Thursday, 2 March 2013 - 31 Oct 2013 11am-4pm.
Visit the ruins of this historic site and learn more about its history.
From the Leather Bottle - about 7.6 miles to/from Old Basing House.
West Green House and River Whitewater Walk
www.hook.gov.uk/walks/walk_a.php
Takes you through the fields of West Green House then along the river Whitewater. It's a two hour walk.
From the Leather Bottle - about 1.0 miles to/from West Green House and River Whitewater Walk.
Rotherwick Church
Rotherwick Church, The Street, Rotherwick, RG27 9BG
The Church dates from the 13th Century, with the tower being added in the 18th century. You can find the bell ringers in the Leather Bottle every Tuesday night sipping their well deserved bitter after their weekly practice.
From the Leather Bottle - about 1.4 miles to/from Rotherwick Church.