Southampton Events
Buckler's Hard Museum & HMS Agamemnon talk by Mary Montagu-Scott
Fri 11 Sep to 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...
People's Emergency briefing film screening
Today
St. Faiths Hub, Tribe road, Gosport PO12 3NS
Community screenings of the People’s Emergency Briefing are being shown across the UK. This is a nationally coordinated film and discussion...
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...
Leesland Parkfest 26 Feat. Barkfest
Sat 19 Sep
Leesland Park,
Gosport PO12 3PF
Saturday 19 September | 13:00 – 22:00 Leesland Park, Leesland, Gosport.
Join the FoLP (Friends of Leesland Park) for a great afternoon and evening...
Compton Theatre Organ
Sun 13 Sep
Thorngate Halls, Bury Road, Gosport PO12 3PX
Heritage Open Day: Come and see the pipes and play the organ. The Compton Cinema Organ has been in the Ballroom at Thorngate Hall since 1981 but was...
Model Boats & Vehicles on Display
Sun 20 Sep
The Portsmouth Model Boat Display Team Clubhouse, Explosion Museum, Heritage Way, Gosport PO12 4LE
Heritage Open Day: The Portsmouth Model Boat Display Team club house at Explosion Museum site will be open to the public to view a wide range of...
All Saints, Gurnard, Isle of Wight
Fri 11 Sep 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...
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.....
Shore Leave Haslar: A Garden Haven for Veterans - Sowing the Seeds for Recovery
Sat 12 Sep
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...
My Family Album - through art
Fri 11 Sep 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.....
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.....
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....
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...
Seeds To Bloom: documentary film & display
Sat 12 Sep
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,...
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
Fri 11 Sep, 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
Fri 11 Sep 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...
Tales from the Bastion
Fri 11 Sep to 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
Fri 11 Sep 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...
Gosport Camera Club Exhibition
Fri 11 Sep 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...
Clearance Diving: the ups and downs of training
Sat 12 Sep
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...
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!...
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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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