Southampton Events
The Anastasia File
Tue 6 Oct to Sat 10 Oct
Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
“They defend me. They attack me. It seems to me the world is consumed with curiosity about me and will remain so for the rest of time...
Up Down Big Man
Wed 7 Oct to Sat 10 Oct, Mon 12 Oct to Sat 17 Oct
The Salberg Studio, Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
There comes a time in every young man’s life when he has to leave home. For Matty, it’s forty! He really is a big man...
Two Halves of Guinness
Wed 21 Oct to Sat 24 Oct
The Salberg Studio, Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
Sir Alec Guinness’ commanding performance as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars secured his fame for future generations...
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Tue 27 Oct to Sat 31 Oct
Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and...
East Is East
Tue 3 Nov, Thu 5 Nov to Sat 7 Nov, Mon 9 Nov to Sat 14 Nov
Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
Family can hold you together and tear you apart.
Salford, 1971. The Khan family are living above a chip shop and on the fault line between two...
Beauty and the Beast
Sat 28 Nov, Tue 1 Dec, and more dates until Sun 10 Jan 27
Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
Join us in the Beauty-ful gardens of Salisburyshire for simply the Beast adventure!
The writers of Jack and the Beanstalk return with a...
Beatrix Potter's The Tailor of Gloucester
Mon 7 Dec, Tue 8 Dec, Thu 10 Dec, and more dates until Sun 27 Dec
The Salberg Studio, Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA
The Tailor of Gloucester is busy working on an extraordinary new coat for the Mayor which must be ready for Christmas Day...
Church House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 8 Aug
Church House, Alton GU34 5LT
A colourful 1 acre garden, set within a wide variety of mature trees and shrubs. Long, sweeping, colour themed mixed borders give lots of ideas for...
Church House - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 9 Aug
Church House, Alton GU34 5LT
A colourful 1 acre garden, set within a wide variety of mature trees and shrubs. Long, sweeping, colour themed mixed borders give lots of ideas for...
Darts - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 21 Jun
Darts, Bembridge PO35 5YH
A classic walled garden featuring roses, climbers, shrubs, two large raised vegetable beds, and a running water feature.
Yew Tree Lodge - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 21 Jun
Yew Tree Lodge, Bembridge PO35 5NH
Yew Tree Lodge is flanked by mature oak trees and well established gardens, its main axis being north south...
Annalal's Gallery - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 21 Jun
Annalal's Gallery, Christchurch BH23 1DN
Enchanting 180 yr old cottage, home of two Royal Academy artists. 32ft x 12½ft garden on 3 patio levels...
Annalal's Gallery - Open Garden for NGS
Mon 27 Jul, Sun 23 Aug, Sun 13 Sep
Annalal's Gallery, Christchurch BH23 1DN
Enchanting 180 yr old cottage, home of two Royal Academy artists. 32ft x 12½ft garden on 3 patio levels...
Grass Roots Grazin' 2026
Fri 26 Jun to Sun 28 Jun
The Music Baa, Dreamacres Campsite, Greenacres Farm, Rockbourne Road, Salisbury SP5 4LP
A weekend that celebrates the pure, unfiltered charm of folk music. Set at Dreamacres campsite, this event combines the warm intimacy of Grassroots...
Hillbilly Hootenanny 2026
Fri 31 Jul to Sun 2 Aug
The Music Baa, Dreamacres Campsite, Greenacres Farm, Rockbourne Road, Salisbury SP5 4LP
For lovers of Americana, folk & blues, Hillbilly Hootenanny offers a weekend full of rhythm, soul & countryside charm...
Flocksteady Bleats 2026
Fri 21 Aug to Sun 23 Aug
The Music Baa, Dreamacres Campsite, Greenacres Farm, Rockbourne Road, Salisbury SP5 4LP
Wrap up your summer in style at Flocksteady Bleats, a weekend dedicated to the infectious rhythms of Reggae and 2-Tone...
Stansted Summer Festival 2026
Sat 27 Jun and Sun 28 Jun
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
Head to Stansted Park to enjoy its 6th annual Summer Festival – an eclectic weekend of family fun, quirky entertainment and a little bit of the...
Outdoor Theatre: The Great Gatsby
Wed 1 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
We are delighted to welcome This is My Theatre Company to the Walled Gardens at Stansted Park with their family-friendly adaptation of F...
Extended Upstairs, Downstairs Tour of Stansted House
Fri 3 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
Join us for an extended tour of Stansted House, offering you the opportunity to visit two spaces that are not usually open to the public...
Outdoor Cinema: Dirty Dancing
Fri 3 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
Nobody puts baby in the corner!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, romance, and legendary dance moves as Dirty Dancing lights up the...
Outdoor Cinema: Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza
Sat 4 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
Get ready for the ultimate ABBA and Mamma Mia! experience!
An all singing, all dancing ExtrABBAganza, where you can immerse yourself in the world...
Outdoor Cinema: Frozen Sing-A-Long
Sat 4 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
Let it go, let it go!
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Frozen like never before as you watch and singalong with Elsa, Anna, Olaf and...
Outdoor Cinema: The Gruffalo and Stick Man
Sun 5 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
An amazing open-air family cinema experience at Stansted Park with a double bill of Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler animations...
Outdoor Cinema: Pride & Prejudice
Sun 5 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
“You have bewitched me, body and soul...”
Join us for a magical open-air screening of Pride & Prejudice!...
Outdoor Cinema: Back To The Future
Sun 5 Jul
Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Havant PO9 6DX
Great Scott!
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chair, and watch the classic Back to the Future on a huge outdoor screen under the...
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Things to do around Southampton
Southampton is a historic city in Hampshire, England, that has a lot to offer for anyone looking for a fun and memorable day out. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city, enjoy the natural beauty of the sea and the parks, or have some adrenaline-filled adventures, Southampton has something for everyone. Here are some of the top things to do in Southampton:
- Experience the thrill of sailing, skiing, golfing, and more at the Southampton Water Activities Centre¹, Alpine Snowsports Centre², Southampton City Golf Course³, and Quicksilver Mail⁴. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Southampton at the Tudor House and Garden, the SeaCity Museum, the Solent Sky Museum, and the Southampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, costumes, planes, and stories from different periods and cultures. ⁵
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Mayflower Park, the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, the Marwell Zoo, and the Hythe Ferry. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely boat ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Locked In A Room, the We The Curious, the Houdini's Escape Room Experience, and the Mayflower Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the interactive exhibits, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Southampton is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Southampton. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 30/01/2024
(1) Fun Activities & Games in Southampton - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186299-Activities-c56-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
(2) Events in Southampton | What's On | Visit Southampton. https://visitsouthampton.co.uk/events.
(3) Things to do in Southampton - Visit Hampshire. https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/things-to-do/things-to-do-and-attractions-in-southampton.
(4) THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Southampton - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186299-Activities-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
(5) THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Southampton - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g186299-Activities-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
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