Southampton Events
Open Church Bell-ringing evening
Thu 17 Sep
St Peter and St Pauls Church, Church Lane, Hambledon, Waterlooville PO7 4RT
Heritage Open Day: Come and enjoy the ancient art of English Church change ringing. Have a go at chiming a bell and seeing our ringers in action...
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...
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.....
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....
Annalal's Gallery - Open Garden for NGS
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...
St Mary the Virgin Church, Brook, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
St Mary the Virgin, Brook, Isle of Wight, On the Hill above the village, Brook PO30 4EP
Heritage Open Day: Grade 11 Listed Church St Mary the Virgin, Brook, stands on a hill above the village and has medieval origins...
Cardboard Campout
Sat 19 Sep
The Treehouse, Merritown Lane, Christchurch BH23 6DT
Brave a night outside and raise funds to prevent housing crisis amongst families with disabilities.
Construct your shelter from cardboard and...
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...
Christchurch Priory Church Talks
Today, Sat 12 Sep, Fri 18 Sep, Sat 19 Sep
Christchurch Priory, Christchurch BH23 1BU
Heritage Open Day: Come and listen to a talk in the wonderful setting of Christchurch Priory. Founded in 1152, for over 380 years, Christchurch...
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...
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...
Tales from the Bastion
Today 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...
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...
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!...
Bramdean House - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 13 Sep
Bramdean House, Alresford SO24 0JU
Beautiful 5 acre garden best known for its mirror image herbaceous borders, a 1 acre walled garden, carpets of spring bulbs, and a large, unusual...
Holy Cross, Binstead, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Holy Cross, Church Road, Binstead, Ryde PO33 3SY
Heritage Open Day: Grade 11 Listed Church Holy Cross Church, Binstead, is the parish church of Binstead on the outskirts of Ryde on the north coast...
St Peter & St Paul, Mottistone, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
St Peter & St Paul, Mottistone Village, Mottistone, Newport PO30 4ED
Heritage Open Day: Grade 1 Listed Church St Peter & St Paul, Mottistone, is a medieval Church of England parish church in the village of Mottistone,...
Bullington Church Fete
Sun 13 Sep
St Michael and All Angels, Lower Bullington, Sutton Scotney, Winchester SO21 3RE
Heritage Open Day: On Sunday 13 September, the Church of St Michael and All Angels will open its doors when it hosts the Bullington Fete between 1400...
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...
FREE taster session with the Bournemouth Rock Choir
Tue 29 Sep, Tue 3 Nov
Beaufort Community Centre, Beaufort Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 5LB
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Bournemouth?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
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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