Who's in Your Book?
The Vyne, Basingstoke · 3 October to 8 November 2026
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An interactive trail through the gardens of The Vyne in Basingstoke, based on Tom Fletcher's Who's In Your Book? series. Monster and his friends have escaped from their books, and families can help return them home. Runs daily from 10am to 4pm from 3 October to 8 November 2026, with free entry and free parking.
Highlights
- Interactive family trail through The Vyne gardens
- Based on Tom Fletcher's Who's In Your Book? series
- Free entry and free parking, booking recommended
Getting there
The Vyne, RG24 9HL
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