Southampton Events
Victorian Schools in Bishopstoke exhibit
Sat 19 Sep
Bishopstoke Community Centre, Sydney Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DJ
Heritage Open Day: Experience what it was like to go to school in the Victoria era inside one of the rooms of a building that was built as a school...
Changes to Gosport since 1945
Sun 13 Sep
The Vine, 64 Stoke Road, Gosport PO12 1PA
Heritage Open Day: This illustrated talk will shine a light on how much Gosport has changed over the last 80 years.....
The Breath of Life by David Hare
Mon 21 Sep
Maskers Studio Theatre
Off Emsworth Road
Shirley
Southampton SO15 3LX
“Confronting the past can be painful.
Better to let sleeping dogs lie?”
When a woman knocks on your door to confront you about your long term...
My Family Album - through art
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Rich Oakes Art, 53 Stoke Road, Gosport PO12 1LS
Heritage Open Day: Artist, Rich Oakes, tells the story of seven members of his family, all from Gosport, and depicts them through art forms.....
Shore Leave Haslar: A Garden Haven for Veterans - Sowing the Seeds for Recovery
Today
The Memorial Gardens, Haslar Road, Gosport PO12 2FA
Heritage Open Day: Shore Leave Haslar is set within the historic Memorial Garden of the former Royal Hospital Haslar...
History of Freemasonry in Gosport
Sun 13 Sep, Thu 17 Sep, Fri 18 Sep
Masonic Hall, Clarence Road, Gosport PO12 1BB
Heritage Open Day: Enjoy this talk and tour of the building and Lodge Room that make up Gosport Masonic Centre and discover how Freemasonry has...
Tilting at windmills: The search for Gosport's lost castle at the Masonic Hall
Sun 13 Sep, Fri 18 Sep
Masonic Hall, Clarence Road, Gosport PO12 1BB
Heritage Open Day: Keys and trains of thought: both are easy to lose. But to lose a whole castle? That's a much bigger challenge....
Stories of Pilots of The Battle of Britain
Sun 13 Sep, Thu 17 Sep, Fri 18 Sep
Masonic Hall, Clarence Road, Gosport PO12 1BB
Heritage Open Day: In this 85th anniversary year since the Battle of Britain, we invite you to hear real stories from pilots who took part.....
Seeds To Bloom: documentary film & display
Today
Gosport Museum & Art Gallery (The Display Space), 19 Walpole Road, Gosport PO12 1NS
Heritage Open Day: The Temple of Venus film highlights and celebrates the amazing magic of the influential Women from past and present in Gosport,...
Gosport Jazz Club - Traditional Jazz
Wed 23 Sep
Gosport & Fareham Rugby Football Club, Dolphin Crescent, Gosport PO12 2HE
Chris Newman's Georgia Ramblers will be playing at the club again with an enhanced group of 5. Following the passing of their...
Last Orders - Play the Game @ The Fox Tavern!
Mon 14 Sep and Tue 15 Sep
Fox Tavern, 83 North Street, Gosport PO12 1BD
Heritage Open Day: Last Orders is a new board game that brings Gosport’s rich history to life through the lens of its pubs—past and present...
Haslar RN Cemetery: great tales of local naval history with a little 'Turk Town' mystery
Tue 15 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Haslar Royal Naval Cemetery, Clayhall Road, Gosport PO12 2BB
Heritage Open Day: Discover the history of Haslar Hospital Cemeteries from the opening of the Hospital to the Present day, detailing how funerals...
St Mary's Uncovered: Faith and Heritage
Today to Sun 20 Sep
St. Marys Church, 32 High Street, Gosport PO12 1DF
Heritage Open Day: Step inside St Mary's Church and discover the rich story of a Catholic parish shaped by faith and history, including a rare...
Clearance Diving: the ups and downs of training
Today
Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: Royal Navy Clearance Diver training in the 1970s and 1980s was an infamously grueling...
Gosport Camera Club Exhibition
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: Enjoy this display of views through the camera lens as captured by local photographers. Gosport Camera Club was founded in 1952...
Tales from the Bastion
Today, Sun 13 Sep, Sat 19 Sep, Sun 20 Sep
Bastion No.1, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: Explore Bastion with us as we share stories about the people that would have served and why it was called Tragedy Bank...
Holy Trinity Church - Open To All
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: If you have only seen the rather stern Victorian-looking red-brick exterior of the church, then the elegance and simplicity of the...
Stories Behind our Favourite Hymns: with Pam Rhodes
Sun 13 Sep
Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: Pam Rhodes will tell the stories behind our favourite hymns. As well as singing along, you can share moments that are deeply...
The art of local history
Sat 19 Sep
Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: Local artist Neil Marshall shares artwork inspired by Gosport and its rich past Join us for a detailed presentation by local...
Wildlife Photography
Sat 19 Sep
Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL
Heritage Open Day: There are pockets of Gosport where wildlife are not only clinging on, but also thriving!...
All Saints, Gurnard, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
All Saints, Tuttons Hill, Gurnard, Cowes PO31 8JA
Heritage Open Day: Not Listed All Saints Church, Gurnard, was completed in 1893 as the village of Gurnard began to grow...
Buckler's Hard Museum & HMS Agamemnon talk by Mary Montagu-Scott
Today and Sun 13 Sep
Buckler's Hard Visitor Centre & Museum, Buckler's Hard, Beaulieu, New Forest SO42 7XB
Heritage Open Day: Visit the Buckler's Hard Museum to discover the fascinating stories of this historic maritime village, nestled on the edge...
Live wrestling in Portsmouth
Sat 19 Sep
Stamshaw and Tipner community centre
69 Wilson Road
Portsmouth PO2 8LE
Venom Championship Wrestling returns with NO HOLDS BARRED – an action-packed evening where rivalries reach boiling point, scores are settled, and...
Run Beaulieu 2026
Sun 4 Oct
Beaulieu National Motor Museum SO42 7ZN
Join us in the heart of the New Forest for the Run Beaulieu!
Enjoy rare access to Beaulieu Estate's private and picturesque off-road trails...
British Restaurant Exhibition and Digital Trail Pop-Up
Mon 14 Sep
The Greenhouse, Victoria Park, 3 Stanhope Road, Victoria Park, Portsmouth PO1 3HJ
Heritage Open Day: Visit us inside the Greenhouse community building to explore information boards uncovering the story of the British Restaurant and...
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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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