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Who lives here?

Who lives here? Thu 13 Aug RSPB Pagham Harbour, Selsey Road, Sidlesham, West Sussex PO20 7NE Lots of creatures can be found on our reserve, but which ones live where? Some are easy to spot, but some are hidden away and tricky to find...

Mudlarks & crafts!

Mudlarks & crafts! Tue 18 Aug RSPB Pagham Harbour, Selsey Road, Sidlesham, West Sussex PO20 7NE Mud, glorious mud – that’s what a lot of our wading birds think! But what is in it that attracts so many birds and other wildlife?...
Discover Clubs & Organisations around Southampton

Discovery Day – Who’s on the menu?

Discovery Day – Who’s on the menu? Thu 20 Aug RSPB Pagham Harbour, Selsey Road, Sidlesham, West Sussex PO20 7NE Whilst pond dipping and hunting for mini-beasts in our Discovery Zone, we’ll be investigating what, or who, the different creatures we find have for...

Discovery Day – Pollinators and Pond dipping

Discovery Day – Pollinators and Pond dipping Tue 25 Aug RSPB Pagham Harbour, Selsey Road, Sidlesham, West Sussex PO20 7NE Whilst hunting for mini-beasts and pond dipping in our Discovery Zone, we’ll take a look at some of the more unusual and little-known pollinators...

Discovery Day – Grappling with grasshoppers!

Discovery Day – Grappling with grasshoppers! Thu 27 Aug RSPB Pagham Harbour, Selsey Road, Sidlesham, West Sussex PO20 7NE Whilst hunting for mini-beasts and pond dipping in our Discovery Zone, we’ll be focusing on nature’s long-jumpers, the grasshoppers...

The Folly - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 23 Aug The Folly, Chichester PO18 0HU Colourful cottage garden surrounding a C16 period house (not open), set in the pretty downland village of Charlton, close to Levin Down Nature...

1C Rectory Road - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 15 Aug and Sun 16 Aug 1C Rectory Road, Poole BH15 3BH An unusual character house and garden. With a passion for maximalist design the house and garden has been designed and built by the owner over the...

Holme Bush Inn Summer Fair

Sun 23 Aug Holme Bush Inn 35 Waterloo Road Corfe Mullen Wimborne Dorset BH21 3QD A family-friendly summer fair packed with over 60 stalls, live music, delicious BBQ food, a bouncy castle, climbing wall, and a full dog show run by...

Summer of Play Activity Trail

Today to Sun 6 Sep Brownsea Island Poole Harbour Poole BH13 7EE Join us for a fun filled Summer of Play on Brownsea Island. Discover a world of adventure with activities for kids big and small...

Summer of Play: Minibeast Mondays

Today, Mon 10 Aug, Mon 17 Aug, Mon 24 Aug, Mon 31 Aug Brownsea Island Poole BH13 7EE Looking for a fun and educational way to spend time outdoors with the family? Come along to a Minibeast Monday, where little explorers can get up...

Summer of Play: Hapa Zome Nature Printing

Tue 4 Aug, Tue 11 Aug, Tue 18 Aug, Tue 25 Aug Brownsea Island Poole BH13 7EE Smash, press, and print with the colours of nature. Join us for a hands-on drop-in workshop where art meets the outdoors!...

An evening of live soul and Motown music on Brownsea - Sold Out

Wed 5 Aug Brownsea Island Poole Harbour Poole BH13 7EE Join us for a memorable evening of soul and Motown music on Brownsea Island. Begin your night with a scenic harbour cruise aboard the Dorset Queen...

Summer of Play: Wild Wednesdays

Wed 5 Aug, Wed 12 Aug, Wed 19 Aug, Wed 26 Aug Brownsea Island Poole BH13 7EE Get ready to get messy, creative, and hands-on with nature! Join us as we make wildflower seed bombs, little clay balls packed with...

Summer of Play: Squirrel Challenge

Thu 6 Aug, Thu 13 Aug, Thu 20 Aug, Thu 27 Aug Brownsea Island Poole BH13 7EE Get ready for the Brownsea Island hosts its first-ever Squirrel Challenge, a playful summer celebration inspired by the island’s most acrobatic...

Summer of Play: Pokémon Craft Lab

Sat 8 Aug, Sat 15 Aug, Sat 22 Aug, Sat 29 Aug Brownsea Island Poole BH13 7EE Join us on Brownsea Island for a burst of colour, creativity, and Pokémon-inspired fun. At the Pokémon Craft Lab, young Trainers can dive into a...

Summer of Play: The Bee Circus

Sat 22 Aug, Sat 29 Aug Brownsea Island Poole BH13 7EE You might have heard of a Flea Circus before, but have you ever heard of a Bee Circus? Dr Albina and his Buzztastic show are in town to give you a...

Handlebards open-air theatre - Macbeth

Thu 27 Aug to Sat 29 Aug Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole BH13 7EE Experience Shakespeare's classic, 'Macbeth' with the HandleBards' signature blend of energy, humour, and creativity...

Made in the Hood in Hampshire Open Studios

Sat 29 Aug to Mon 31 Aug Westridge Studio, Star Lane Highclere RG20 9QS Made in the Hood in Hampshire Open Studios Exhibition of art, basketry, ceramics, sculpture, textiles, jewellery and wire lace by members of local...

Fireworks Cruise

Thu 27 Aug Coastal Cruises Fortuna The Quay, Poole BH15 1HJ Join us for an evening on the seas of Poole Harbour, treat yourself to a chip supper, and enjoy the spectacular fireworks...

Grayshott Folk Club introduces: THE LUKE JACKSON TRIO

Thu 27 Aug Grayshott Village Hall Headley Road, Grayshott, Nr. HINDHEAD GU26 6TZ One way of measuring the popularity and appeal of a performer, is to look at their gig diary............and Luke Jackson is a very busy young man...

Steven Clements Fairs - Hook for Odiham Toy and Train Collectors Fair

Tue 11 Aug, Tue 8 Sep Hook Community Centre, Ravenscroft, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9NN 6.30pm - 8.30 pm One of the very few evening fairs left in the country! Our regular second Tuesday evening fair...

Simplicity and Complexity: By Jin Eui Kim

Tue 4 Aug to Sun 9 Aug, Tue 11 Aug to Sun 16 Aug, Tue 18 Aug to Sun 23 Aug, Tue 25 Aug to Sun 30 Aug The Base Greenham, Greenham Business Park, Communications Road, Thatcham RG19 6HN Internationally renowned ceramic artist, Jin Eui Kim, brings his new series of eye-catching sculptures to The Base this summer, exploring with the...

Little Pickles Market Bognor Regis Nearly New Sale

Sat 8 Aug Arena Sports Centre, Westloats Lane, Bognor Regis PO21 5JD We are so excited for our Bognor Regis market! Come along to shop over 20 tables of nearly-new maternity, baby and children's items...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat -Imagine That Productions

Thu 27 Aug to Sat 29 Aug Haslemere Hall, Bridge Road, Haslemere GU27 2AS Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a vibrant, family-friendly musical bursting with unforgettable songs, dazzling costumes, and...

Exclusive Lagoon Walk & New Viewing Screen at RSPB Arne

Today RSPB Arne Arne Road Wareham BH20 5BJ This is an exclusive opportunity to visit our new seasonal trail and viewing screen on a part of the reserve that is usually accessible only to...
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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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