Why Botley?
Botley was once described as ‘the most delightful village in the world, it has everything in a village I love and none of the things that I hate’ by Botley’s most famous resident, William Cobbett, a 18th century radical journalist. Today, Botley still retains this charm being described as ‘Refreshingly unspoiled’ by visitors.
Botley (image (c) Walking Distance 2007)
For those visitors who like to shop, Botley offers a unique shopping experience with many specialist shops suiting a wide range of needs as well as free parking within the town.
Botley is an ideal base for exploring the countryside, with many local walks including self guided trails starting in Botley. Manor Farm and Country Park lies to the south of the town offering 400 acres of woodland edging the river Hamble and a traditional working farm.
Manor Farm Country Park (image (c) James Turner 2007)
Although there are no longer 14 pubs in Botley as there once was in the 18th century, the town has welcoming hostelries and restaurants which all offer mouth-watering menus which are sure to whet your appetite.
Activities to enjoy in and around Botley
Botley lies on the upper Hamble River in Hampshire and despite being on the edge of Southampton is renowned for its natural surroundings.
Manor Farm Country Park (image (c) James Turner 2007)
Click below for more information on the activities you can enjoy in and around Botley:
Planning Your Stay in Botley
Whether you come to Botley for the day or stay for a longer visit, click on the links below to find all you need to know about where to stay, where to eat and drink and other activities on offer in the area.
Cobbett Trail (image (c) Walking Distance 2007)
Further Information
For more information visit www.botley.com.
For a copy of the Botley visitor leaflet click here to download
For further information on the wider Hamble Valley including tourism publications visit www.hamblevalley.com or contact Hamble Valley Tourism on 0906 68 22 001 (calls cost 20p per min)
Much of the visitor interpretation in Hungerford has been produced locally as part of the Hidden Britain project here in the South East.
Click here to find out more about Hidden Britain.
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