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Botley

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Botley

Botley works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bursledon, 23km from New Forest National Park.

Botley is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 2,562, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Botley sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Botley to your route.

About Botley

Botley is a historic village in Hampshire, England, approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) east of Southampton. It was developed as a natural crossing point for the River Hamble, and received its first market charter from Henry III in 1267. The village grew on the success of its mills, its coaching inns, and more recently

Read more strawberries, and was described as "the most delightful village in the world" by 18th century journalist and radical politician William Cobbett.

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Botley offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Botley located?

Botley is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.9143 latitude, -1.2698 longitude.

What is the population of Botley?

Botley has a population of approximately 2,562 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
2,562
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.9143, -1.2698

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Botley

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

National Motor Museum Beaulieu

Set in the grounds of a historic abbey, it houses over 250 vehicles telling the story of motoring from 1893 to the present.

14 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Caffeine & Machine: The Hut

The Hampshire outpost near the South Downs, 45 minutes from Goodwood and close to the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.

18 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Loomies Moto Cafe

A beloved biker cafe on the A32 in Hampshire that draws motorcyclists from across southern England with its welcoming atmosphere and hearty food.

19 km · about 20 min drive

national park

New Forest National Park

Ancient royal hunting ground where wild ponies and deer roam freely through 219 square miles of heathland, woodland and coastal marshes.

23 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Military Road, Isle of Wight

Thrilling clifftop road along the southwest coast of the Isle of Wight with sweeping sea views and access to dramatic landslip scenery.

32 km · about 35 min drive

national park

South Downs National Park

Rolling chalk downland stretching from Winchester to the white cliffs of Beachy Head, England's newest national park.

34 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum

A remarkable collection of rare and unique motorcycles in the New Forest assembled by legendary trials rider Sammy Miller.

36 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

The Needles, Isle of Wight

Three distinctive chalk sea stacks rising from the sea off the western tip of the Isle of Wight, topped by a red-and-white striped lighthouse.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Botley

  • 32 kmMilitary Road, Isle of WightThrilling clifftop road along the southwest coast of the Isle of Wight with sweeping sea views and access to dramatic landslip scenery.
  • 38 kmGoodwood Festival of SpeedThe hillclimb course on the Goodwood estate driveway where Formula One cars, prewar Grand Prix machinery and rally legends run flat out past a country house each summer. The 1.16-mile course is estate road year-round.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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