What's On and Things To Do Around Laverstoke

Spring Pond is full of colour coordinated borders, with an abundance of roses and clematis, while hornbeam, yew and box hedges add structure to the garden. There is a pond with a wide variety of marginal plants, an arboretum full of ornamental trees, and a conservatory with Mediterranean and tropical plants.

2 ½ acres. A stones throw from the River Test, formerly an estate cowmans dwelling, the front and back is a traditional cottage garden, but there’s much more! Through a gate in the hedge youll find a nursery, greenhouses, raised beds, cutting garden and orchard.

Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club in Kingsclere is once again holding their Classic Car Show (Sponsored by Autoglym) called Classics at the Clubhouse (CATCH 2018). The event will be held on Sunday 1st July 2018 from 10am until 3pm. Entry is Free.

Visit Sally Courage, Teresa Munn & Moya Tosh, local ceramic artists, united by a love of landscapes and the organic feel of clay. Sally works with coils of clay to create satisfying forms which evolve as the work grows.

Join us for one of our monthly Services conducted by our Parish Rector. Sandham is a working chapel having been dedicated on March 25th 1927 by the Bishop of Guildford. There have always been services on Remembrance or Armistice Day and ad hoc ones to mark other special events. There was even a wedding here in 1963.

An exhibition of artwork by Royal Army Medical Corps veterans. An exhibition of artwork by Royal Army Medical Corps veterans, supported by veterans’ mental health charity Combat Stress, to celebrate Armed Forces Day 2018. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Come and listen to Jonathan Jones reading iconic First World War poetry throughout the day in the setting of this inspiring chapel created by Stanley Spencer. First World war poetry read throughout the day by Jonathan Jones. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for those over the age of 12.

Listen to the story behind one of the most important 20th century artists - Sir Stanley Spencer and how his dream of a "Holy Box" came to fruition.

The Grange Festival presents a new production of one of opera’s greatest comic masterpieces, Rossini’s ’The Barber of Seville’.

The Grange Festival bring to life the humour, satire and egomania of one of opera’s most outrageous leading women in a new production of Handel’s Agrippina.

Experience Mozart’s first comic masterpiece at The Grange Festival in a new English translation by David Parry.

The Grange Festival present Leonard Bernstein’s ’Candide’ with a starry West End and Broadway cast as part of Bernstein 100. Never has a Broadway show been more worked on and revised, and never has a madder idea been attempted – turning Voltaire’s stinging satire into musical theatre.

Wedding dresses over 250 years. As we celebrate this year of royal weddings, what better excuse than to delve into our collection and share our most exquisite wedding dresses with you.

Rufus Wainwright Plus Nerina Pallot. Artists performing: Rufus Wainwright.: Tickets avaiable.

A collection of winning images from the prestigious International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) Ten Year Anniversary Exhibition will be displayed at the Willis Museum from 14 July to 29 September.

To mark the centenary of the murder of Tsar Nicholas II and his family at Ekaterinburg in July 1918, Romanov expert Coryne Hall talks about her new book To Free the Romanovs: Royal Kinship and Betrayal in Europe, 1917-1919. Just what did King George V and other royal cousins do to help the Tsar?

The brilliant jazz guitarist Mike Miller and his trio, will be creating a great atmosphere this Sunday afternoon. A friendly welcome awaits you in our beautiful tea rooms with over 30 varieties of tea.

The Cheese and Chilli Festival is the only show in the UK which celebrates both Cheese and Chilli within a festival setting. The event is organised by 33rd Management Ltd who created the first event in 2014. The events are aimed towards the family audience as there is simply something for everyone.

Spectacular, contemporary walled garden set in 4 acres, designed by Pascal Cribier with influence of Mondrian and planted in blues and yellows, interspersed with vegetables. Unique red and green ’tramline’ garden. Red courtyard picking garden and new walled sedum and cactus garden.

Basingstoke Speed Dating About Speed Dating in Basingstoke Events At one of our Basingstoke Speed Dating events, you will have four minutes to chat to each date.

Crawley is an exceptionally pretty period village nestling in chalk downland with thatched houses, C14 church and village pond with ducks.

Classic English country garden of about 2 acres surrounding Regency Gothic former rectory (not open). Tranquil views over parkland, croquet lawn, large walled garden incl formal topiary, roses and unusual perennials, Mediterranean pool garden, wildflower meadow and fruit garden.

Designed and developed by owners since 1976, Tanglefoots ½ acre garden is a blend of influences, from Monet-inspired rose arch and small wildlife pond to Victorian boundary wall with trained fruit trees.

A searing drama of love and revenge, set in New York’s Italian-American immigrant community in the 1950’s . Longshoreman Eddie Carbone is devoted to his wife, Beatrice, and to their niece Catherine.

The Fascination of Colour, Surface and Pattern. An exhibition of paintings by Katie Tattersdill. www.katietattersdill.com This is part of the Art in the Foyer Season at New Era Theatre, in conjunction with Open Studios 2018 (West Berkshire and North Hampshire).

Running 1 June to 9 September, witness how much the landscape at The Vyne changes as the seasons come and go and submit your own snaps in a photography competition by 13 August. Photographers of all abilities can get ready to take their best landscape shots in our competition.

Find out the conservation challenges involved when changing the layout of a historic house. Working with centuries-old objects, the team must meticulously plan each stage of the installation of the new layout in the house in order to safely rearrange the collection for visitors to enjoy.

Open-Air Theatre on Sunday July 15th 2018 at Avington Park Everybody loves Ernest. In fact, Cecily and Gwendolen are both engaged to Ernest. The only trouble is, Ernest doesn’t exist. Or does he…?

A joyful garden comprising a stunning water feature with statuary and countless containers brimming with annuals. A tranquil and peaceful atmosphere invites you to sit and enjoy the many seating areas, amidst shrubs, roses and trees.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on a thrilling journey to the most magical of forests and meet star-crossed lovers, playful fairies and hilarious travelling players.

The team at Wasing Park invites you to join them for a huge gathering and celebration to mark World Yoga Day on Thursday 21st June. Up to 200 people will join millions of others at events around the world, tapping into the collective power of movement, breath and meditation.

This concert will form part of Old Basing “Music in Bloom” Flower Festival and the Basingstoke Festival. The programme will open with Pergolesi’s beautiful Magnificat and will continue with other much loved sacred music from the 16th to the 20th Century.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k event. Walk, jog or run.

A Craft Fayre With Food and Music Outdoor stalls will be on the grass between the car park, village pond and the Oliver’s Battery Historic site. Indoor stalls will be in the Hall and entrance foyer Music from the performances in the hall will be amplified to the outdoor area.

The Sparsholt Village Fete will be held on Saturday 30th June from 1-4pm in the heart of our beautiful village. Come along and enjoy a fun filled afternoon with something for everyone. There will be stalls to stock up on gifts, plants, books, cakes and more.

Join Blaze, the museum dragon, and listen to a short action poem about him followed by other activities including a simple craft linked to the treasure Blaze has found that day. FREE session tickets are available from 10am on the day – it is first come, first served basis as places are limited.

Speed Dating in Newbury How speed dating in Newbury works By simply arriving at venue for the Speed Dating in Newbury event, you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. They will settle you in by briefly explaining the format of the evening and confirm how many people you will be dating.

Lovely allotments and small town garden in the centre of Newbury. You are welcome to visit the allotments on our 120 plot site with the opportunity to talk to some of the plot holders about their methods. A variety of fruit, vegetables and flowers to see, some in greenhouses and polytunnels.

Alresford is a picturesque Georgian town with wonderful bespoke shops, lovely riverside walks and good eating places  and  the home  of the Watercress Steam Railway a lovely day out for everyone. The artisan craft show is situated right in the heart of the town and a few minutes walk from the Watercress Line.

A garden for all seasons. An acre of rough ground has been developed over 40 yrs into a profusely planted, contemporary cottage garden in peaceful surroundings. There is a constantly changing display in pots, starting with tulips and continuing with many unusual plants.

A family market with nearly new tables for hire to sell baby/children’s items. Prams, maternity items, clothes, shoes, toys, books, highchairs and so much more.. Come and see what bargains you can find! Nearly New Space £9 Business Space £16

IS MONOGAMY DEAD? A mix of memoir and humorous sociological study, Is Monogamy Dead? details Rosie Wilby’s very personal quest – from performing stand-up at a sex party to celebrating and re-evaluating her deepest platonic friendships – to find out why Western society is clinging to a concept that is laden with...

If you are fascinated by the Tudors or enjoy watching Versailles, come along to this roundtable style talk to hear more about intrigue, love and (political) rivalry at the English and French courts during the Renaissance.

Join Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po in a show full of love and laughter as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland.

Pete Allen, described as Britain’s most exciting clarinet player and awarded with an Honorary Citizen of New Orleans for his services to music, presents his Reeds ’n’ Rhythm for a great afternoon of traditional happy style jazz, featuring Dave Hanratty (Bass), James Clemas (Piano), Dave Moorwood (Guitar/Banjo) and

Get ready to discover the ghosts of Winchester in this Ultimate Ghost Tour Experience! Our guides will take you on a journey around the city’s historic streets sharing its many secrets with you.

FREE event - try your hand at a range of activities and sports! Enjoy the fun fair, take a wander between the avenue of stallholders including local businesses and charities and enjoy a range of refreshments. Parking is free. Highlights of the day will include the Hi-5 Fun Run, Thatcham Rotary Car Show and Dog Show.

This much loved 2 acre garden is full of fascinating colour combinations inspired by the artist owner, with many spectacular herbaceous borders filled with rare and unusual plants. Pots with half hardies, a wild garden with orchids surrounding a pond, banks of rhododendrons and a kitchen garden.