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Belko's Fund Big Launch Bash

We are delighted to announce the launch of the Thom Belk Community Fund. The community fund is in association with The Rose Gale Trust and is..... more >
Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin Street, Salisbury SP1 3UT
Sat 10 Aug

Salisbury Craft and Gift Market

Held within the Guildhall , a well established craft & gift market in this prestigious Wiltshire city with a vibrant market place. more >
The Guildhall, Market Place, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JH
Sat 3 Aug, Sat 24 Aug to Mon 26 Aug

MyCarBOOTY Sunday Car Boot Sale

Our ever popular outdoor car boot sale in the rural hampshire countryside. Easy to find on A325 main road. Large level grass site. Well established... more >
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Sun 28 Jul, Sun 4 Aug, Sun 11 Aug, Sun 18 Aug, Sun 25 Aug

MyCarBOOTY Wednesday Car Boot Sale - FREE buyer entry

Our ever popular outdoor car boot sale in the rural hampshire countryside. Easy to find on A325 main road. Large level grass site. Well established... more >
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Wed 31 Jul, Wed 7 Aug, Wed 14 Aug, Wed 21 Aug, Wed 28 Aug

Summer Exhibition

This Summer Exhibition from Salisbury Group of Artists will feature more than 120 original art works, including ceramics, sculptures and work with... more >
Gallery Four, Salisbury Library SP1 1EP
Sat 3 Aug, Mon 5 Aug, and more dates until Fri 30 Aug

Salisbury Group of Artists Summer Exhibition

Salisbury Group of Artists Summer Exhibition More than 120 very affordable original art works. Paintings, ceramics, sculptures, textiles, photographs,prints... more >
Salisbury Library, Market Walk, Salisbury SP1 1BL
Sat 3 Aug to Fri 30 Aug

Ask the Archaeologists at The Salisbury Museum

Wessex Archaeology are pleased to support the Festival of Archaeology at Salisbury Museum once again this July 2024... more >
Salisbury Museum, Salisbury Museum, 65 The Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN
Today and Sun 28 Jul

What Was Stonehenge For? A talk by expert archaeologist Matt Leivers

Time: 2pm-3pm Wessex Archaeology are pleased to support the Festival of Archaeology at Salisbury Museum once again this July 2024... more >
Museum Hall, Salisbury Museum, 65 The Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN
Sun 28 Jul

Breamore Horticultural Society 110th Flower Show

76 classes of flowers, fruit, vegetables, Floral Art, crafts, photographs and cookery for you to enjoy... more >
Hulse Hall Breamore SP6 2EA
Sat 17 Aug

Belvedere - Open Garden for NGS

Belvedere - Open Garden for NGS A garden of 2½ acres consisting of herbaceous borders, rose garden, fruit trees with woodland, bamboo and rhododendron walks... more >
Belvedere, Newbury RG14 6PP
Sun 18 Aug

Foxes Burlesque

Foxes Burlesque The Foxes are excited to welcome our sensational headliner LILY LUSTRE, drag king LOUI VON DINI and sassy showgirl VELVET SPARKS to our regular venue... more >
The Loft, Kings pub, 39 Albert Road, Southsea PO5 2SE
Today
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OTTOPIA: An immersive, monochrome world of interactive games

Step inside the wonderful monochrome world of OTTOPIA a family-friendly immersive experience that will enchant visitors of all ages and inspire... more >
The Base Greenham, Communications Road, Greenham Business Park, Newbury, Berkshire RG19 6HN
Tue 6 Aug to Thu 29 Aug

CROP II by Robert Fitzmaurice

As part of the Art in the Foyer series, New Era invites you to come and see the new exhibition of recent work in a variety of media by Robert... more >
New Era Theatre, St. George’s Centre, Andover Road, Wash Common, Newbury RG14 6NU
Fri 16 Aug

The Homestead - Open Garden for NGS

The Homestead - Open Garden for NGS 1¼ acre garden surrounded by working farmland with views to Butser Hill and boats in Chichester Harbour... more >
The Homestead, Hayling Island PO11 0NF
Sun 4 Aug

Hillview Art

An opportunity to view Contemporary Art in a tranquil forest setting. Artists will be exhibiting - Artist's books, Ceramics, Glass, Painting,..... more >
Hillview, Linwood, Ringwood BH24 3QT
Sat 10 Aug to Mon 26 Aug

D day - greenham's key role

Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force General Eisenhower made his famous speech to the massed troops at Greenham on the eve of d... more >
Greenham control tower, burys bank road, Newbury RG19 8BZ
Today, Sun 28 Jul, Wed 31 Jul to Sun 4 Aug, Thu 8 Aug to Sun 11 Aug, Thu 15 Aug to Sat 17 Aug

Bourne Quilters Show

The show is an opportunity for members of Bourne Quilters to exhibit their work created during the last two years... more >
North Street, Emsworth (Access Via The North St. Car Park Behind The Fire Station), Emsworth PO10 7DD
Today and Sun 28 Jul

PYO Sunflowers and Maize Maze

Picking Patch hosts a family friendly summer event over sunflower season. From sunflower picking, A puzzle maize maze, Escape rooms, Graffiti, Barrel..... more >
Bickton Manor farm SP6 2HA
Fri 9 Aug to Sun 11 Aug, Fri 16 Aug to Mon 26 Aug

Miss Merlynda's Comedy Mornings For Ladies Only

Miss Merlynda’s Comedy Mornings For Ladies Only Hilariously Funny! - Magically Relaxing! - Comedy Mornings! - For Ladies Only! A Hilarious Mixture of COMEDY POEMS - COMEDY SONGS - COMEDY..... more >
65 Stein Road Southbourne Emsworth PO10 8LE
Thu 8 Aug, Thu 22 Aug, Thu 5 Sep, Thu 19 Sep

Artlink Art Exhibition

ARTLINK are holding their annual art exhibition, as part of Hampshire Open Studios. no. 22 in the H.O.S Brochure... more >
Ibsley Village Hall, Ibsley, nr Ringwood. BH24 3NL
Thu 22 Aug to Mon 26 Aug

Messy Museum Day: Captivating Cartouches

Captivating Cartouches – Cartouches showed the name in hieroglyphics of an important person or God and were thought to protect against evil spirits... more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Fri 2 Aug

Messy Museum Day: Magnificent Mummies

Magnificent Mummies – Make a person from a wooden dolly peg and modelling dough. Then fully or partially wrap up the person like an Ancient Egyptian..... more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Fri 9 Aug

Messy Museum Day: Curious Canopics

Curious Canopics – The Ancient Egyptians used four canopic jars in the mummification process, one for each organ of the body... more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Fri 16 Aug

Messy Museum Day: Great Gods!

Great Gods! - Make a real or imaginary Ancient Egyptian animal or bird headed God using air-drying clay and wooden modelling tools... more >
West Berkshire Museum The Wharf Newbury RG14 5AS
Fri 23 Aug

High Summer Exhibition - handmade ceramics & mixed media wall art

High Summer Exhibition - handmade ceramics & mixed media wall art Quarr Abbey Art Gallery is hosting a solo exhibition by Isle of Wight artist Andrew Dowden - a collection of unique and distinctive, handmade,... more >
Quarr Abbey Art Gallery, Quarr Abbey, Quarr Road, Nr Fishbourne, Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 4ES
Thu 22 Aug to Tue 27 Aug

Things to do around Winchester

Winchester is a charming city in Hampshire, England, that has a rich history and culture. It is a perfect destination for families who want to enjoy a variety of attractions and activities that are fun, educational, and affordable. Whether you are interested in castles, museums, zoos, or trains, Winchester has something for everyone. Here are some of the highlights of what you can do with your family in Winchester:
- Explore the city's heritage and legends at the Winchester Castle and Great Hall, where you can see the famous Round Table of King Arthur and learn about the history and myths of the medieval hall. You can also visit the beautiful garden outside and admire the views of the city. ³
- Experience the life of a soldier at HorsePower, the Museum of The King's Royal Hussars, where you can see the uniforms, weapons, medals, and models of the cavalry regiment, and try on some of the costumes. You can also trace the history of three famous regiments over a period of 300 years and marvel at the great heroes who won the Victoria Cross for their valour. ²
- Discover the wonders of science and nature at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium, where you can play with over 100 hands-on exhibits, watch a show at the UK's largest standalone planetarium, and learn about the resident otters at the city mill. You can also enjoy the outdoor picnic area and the adventure playground. ⁴
- Meet over 250 species of animals at Marwell Zoo, a world-famous zoological park set in 140 acres of Hampshire countryside. You can see giraffes, zebras, rhinos, snow leopards, meerkats, and more, and join the daily talks and feeds. You can also explore the gardens, the adventure playgrounds, and the gift shop. ⁴
- Travel back in time on the Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line, a heritage steam railway that runs through the scenic heart of Hampshire. You can enjoy the views from the vintage carriages, and look out for special events like Santa Specials and Thomas the Tank Engine days. You can also visit the stations, the museum, and the workshop. ⁵
Winchester is a great place for a family 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 Winchester. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today. ⁶

Source: Conversation with Bing, 29/01/2024
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