The risqué, raunchy & ridiculous people of Hundred Watt Club return to Forest Arts Centre with another glittering and glorious evening of showgirls,... more >

forest arts centre, old milton road, new milton BH25 6DS

Fri 13 Sep 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Hampshire

Curious Cathedral Collections

Heritage Open Day: Winchester Cathedral is home to a rich collection of fascinating historical objects... more >

Paul Woodhouse Suite, Winchester Cathedral, Winchester SO23 9LS

Fri 13 Sep 24

Alton Quaker Meeting House and Burial Ground

Heritage Open Day: This Grade II* building, built in 1672, is the second oldest purpose built Quaker Meeting House in the country... more >

39 Church Street, Alton GU34 2DA

Fri 13 Sep 24

The Longstock Rally

A rural look at pastimes and vintage, classic vehicles and farming life, We bring to the countryside a wide range of aspects to show the public of... more >

LOWER MANOR DAIRY, BOTTOM LANE, Nr Longstock, Stockbridge, Hampshire. SO20

Fri 13 Sep 24

Foraging with Wild Food UK in New Forest

Uncover the incredible variety of edible treasures hiding in the great outdoors. From wild mushrooms to flavourful flora, our courses teach you to..... more >

The Red Shoot Inn, Toms Lane, Linwood, Ringwood BH24 3QT

Fri 13 Sep 24

Southampton International Boat Show 2024

Back for its 55th edition, Southampton International Boat Show, Britain’s largest marine festival, is returning to Mayflower Park, Southampton... more >

Mayflower Park, Southampton SO14 2AQ

Fri 13 Sep 24

Friday the 13th @ Slaughterhouse

Heritage Open Day: The event will showcase the plans to revitalise this historic building into a vibrant cradle for creative expression and community... more >

The Slaughterhouse, Royal Clarence Marina, Gosport PO12 1AX

Fri 13 Sep 24

Steampunk Orchestra - Theatre Royal, Winchester

Step into a realm where classical elegance converges with the pulsating energy of classic rock, indie, and pop hits... more >

Jewry St, Winchester SO23 8SB

Fri 13 Sep 24

Movie Night

Heritage Open Day: Enjoy a different movie night where we will be appreciating Railway journeys, featuring Michael Portillo, surrounded by the... more >

St. Denys Church and Centre, Dundee Road, Southampton SO17 2ND

Thu 12 Sep 24

Wot THAT Walpole?

Heritage Open Day: The story of Thomas Walpole, former Rector of St. Mary Alverstoke, and his relationship with the First Prime Minister of Great..... more >

Alverstoke Parish Centre, Green Road, Gosport PO12 2ET

Thu 12 Sep 24

Open bell ringing evening

Heritage Open Day: Bell tower open to view church bells and try your hand a chiming a bell. Tour of ringing room and belfry... more >

Church Lane, Hambledon, Hambledon PO7 4RT

Thu 12 Sep 24

Open Choir Rehearsal - Winchester College Quiristers

Heritage Open Day: Enjoy an open rehearsal of Winchester College's Quiristers in Winchester College's Chapel... more >

Winchester College, College Street, Winchester SO23 9NA

Thu 12 Sep 24

Free entry to Gilbert White's House & Gardens

Heritage Open Day: Explore Gilbert White's House & Gardens for free! Gilbert White (1720-1793) was a naturalist and writer, the father of..... more >

High Street, Selborne, Alton GU34 3JH

Thu 12 Sep 24

Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum Open Day

Heritage Open Day: Get free entry to the home where the great Victorian author Charles Dickens was born - and which now contains many of his prized... more >

Charles Dickens’ Birthplace Museum, 393 Old Commercial Road, Portsmouth PO1 4QL

Thu 12 Sep 24

Uncovering Victoria Parks British Restaurant

Heritage Open Day: Uncover the fascinating British Restaurant which stood in Victoria Park during World War 2 this Heritage Open Days... more >

Victoria Park, Anglesea Road, Portsmouth PO1 3HJ

Wed 11 Sep 24

The Brickworks Museum

Heritage Open Day: Visit The Brickworks Museum during Heritage Open Days and come in for free. A great opportunity to find out what this hidden gem..... more >

The Brickworks Museum, Swanwick Lane, Swanwick, Southampton SO31 7HB

Wed 11 Sep 24

Gosport Heritage Pub Quiz

Heritage Open Day: A heritage quiz largely set around local history. A quiz to suit everyone interested in the history of Hardway, including its..... more >

The Old House at Home, 92 Priory Road, Gosport PO12 4LG

Wed 11 Sep 24

Holy Trinity Church: Explore & Enjoy

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... more >

Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Green, Gosport PO12 1HL

Wed 11 Sep 24

Victoria Park Reminiscence Coffee Morning

Heritage Open Day: Join the Victoria Park Team and Gareth Edwards from Portsmouth Library and Archive service at the Green House Hub in Victoria... more >

Victoria Park, Anglesea Road, Portsmouth PO1 3HJ

Tue 10 Sep 24

Coastwatch: Eyes Along the Coast talk

Heritage Open Day: The National Coastwatch Institution was created 30 years ago to provide Visual and Radio support to the Maritime Coastguard Agency... more >

The Alverbank Hotel, off Stokes Bay Road, Gosport PO12 2QT

Mon 9 Sep 24

Shipwrecks of the Solent

Heritage Open Day: Richard M Jones reveals the stories behind some of the shipping disasters in the Solent... more >

Stokes Bay Road, Gosport PO12 2QT

Mon 9 Sep 24

The Worlds Only Hovercraft Museum!

Heritage Open Day: The Hovercraft Museum's collection is unique, irreplaceable, and inspiring, including five craft listed on The National... more >

The Hovercraft Museum, Marine Parade West, Gosport PO13 9NS

Sun 8 Sep 24

Gosport Pubs: Past & Present

Heritage Open Day: Enjoy this illustrated talk on the history of pubs in Gosport, many are no longer standing but some are still serving beers..... more >

The Alverbank Hotel, Stokes Bay Road, Gosport PO12 2QT

Sun 8 Sep 24

Celebration Procession

Heritage Open Day: Exactly 200 years ago to the day the first bridge to Hayling Island was opened. The opening of the first road bridge to Hayling..... more >

Langstone Road, Havant PO9 1RD

Sun 8 Sep 24

Model Boats and Tanks at Explosion!

Heritage Open Day: To commemorate D-Day 80, The Portsmouth Model Boat Display Team, will mount an arena â€˜battleâ€™ to liberate a French village... more >

The Portsmouth Model Boat Display Team Clubhouse, Explosion Museum, Heritage Way, Gosport PO12 4LE

Sun 8 Sep 24

The Art of Aviation

Heritage Open Day: The 1920s & 1930s were the Golden Age of Aviation. Explore our photos, posters, blueprints, adverts and other imagery that..... more >

The Hub Q134, Fowler Avenue, Farnborough GU14 7JP

Sun 8 Sep 24

Alton FlavourFest

Alton FlavourFest returns to The Public Gardens on Sunday 8 September, from 11am-4pm! It's free!... more >

Public Gardens Westbrooke Road Alton GU34 1JL

Sun 8 Sep 24

The Dark Side of Gosport

Heritage Open Day: Be thrilled by this guided walk along Gosport High Street, listening to stories about slavery, ghosts, suicide, baby farming,... more >

Outside The Conservative Club, 2 Walpole Road, Gosport PO12 1NG

Sun 8 Sep 24

Former Royal Aircraft Establishment 24 foot Wind Tunnel Building Q121

Heritage Open Day: Saved for the Nation in 1993 when the Ministry of Defence set out to demolish and sell the former RAE Site, the wind tunnel... more >

Hall Road, O’Gorman Avenue, Farnborough GU14 7EP

Sun 8 Sep 24

Bramdean House - Open Garden for NGS

Beautiful 5 acre garden best known for its mirror image herbaceous borders, its 1 acre walled garden, its carpets of spring bulbs, and a large and... more >

Bramdean House, Alresford SO24 0JU

Sun 8 Sep 24

Terstan - Open Garden for NGS

A garden for all seasons, developed over 50 yrs into a profusely planted, contemporary cottage garden in peaceful surroundings... more >

Terstan, Stockbridge SO20 6DW

Sun 8 Sep 24

Dinosaur Derby

A fun-packed family afternoon based on an old-fashioned country fair with lots of sideshows including coconut shies, splat the rat and tombolas... more >

Denmead Scout HQ Kidmore Lane Denmead PO7 6JU

Sun 8 Sep 24

Sounds of the 60s

Experience THE Sixties tribute show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out venues from the Palladium to Blackpool Tower– with... more >

Theatre Royal Winchester 21-23 Jewry Street Winchester SO23 8SB

Sun 8 Sep 24

The people and places of World War 1

Heritage Open Day: The World War 1 Remembrance Centre in Portsmouth is dedicated to the eternal memory of those who fought and died in the conflict... more >

World War 1 Remembrance Centre, Bastion 6, Airport Service Road, Portsmouth PO3 5PJ

Sun 8 Sep 24

200 years to the day

Heritage Open Day: On the 8th September 1824 the first bridge from Langstone to the island was opened... more >

Station Road, Hayling Island PO11 0HB

Sun 8 Sep 24

Hockley Water Mill

Heritage Open Day: Hockley Watermill, Church Lane, Twyford, Hampshire, SO21 1NT Open 11 to 4 Sunday 8 September Guided tours by members of the... more >

3 Hockley Mill, Church Lane, Twyford, Winchester SO21 1NT

Sun 8 Sep 24

The Gregg School Townhill Park House

Heritage Open Day: Explore the historic Townhill Park estate, owned by Lord and Lady Swaythling in the early 1900s... more >

Townhill Park House, Atlantic Park View, West End, Southampton SO18 3RR

Sun 8 Sep 24

United Church Anniversary Exhibition

Heritage Open Day: United Church Winchester is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its creation on 8 September 2024... more >

United Church, Jewry Street, Winchester SO23 8RZ

Sat 7 Sep 24

Winchester MG Owners Club classic and sportscar display

Heritage Open Day: A display of classic and sports cars in front of the Great Hall in Winchester A static display of classic and sports cars at The... more >

The Castle, Castle Avenue, Winchester SO238UJ

Sat 7 Sep 24

The Great Hall with the Westgate Museum

Heritage Open Day: See the legendary King Arthur's Round Table with free entrance to The Great Hall and Westgate Museum on 7th September... more >

The Caste, Castle Avenue, The Great Hall, Winchester SO23 8UJ

Sat 7 Sep 24

Abbey House Open Day

Heritage Open Day: On Saturday 7th September, Abbey House will be open to the public as part of the Heritage Open Days scheme... more >

Abbey House, The Broadway, High Street, Winchester SO23 9BE

Sat 7 Sep 24

Hampshire Regency Dancers

Heritage Open Day: Hampshire Regency Dancers will be in the Great Hall, Winchester on 7th September 2024, demonstrating dances from the Regency era... more >

The Great Hall, The Castle, Castle Avenue, Winchester SO23 8UJ

Sat 7 Sep 24

Bitterne Local History Society

Heritage Open Day: Discover more about your local area with a visit to the Bitterne Local History Society... more >

231 Peartree Avenue, Southampton SO19 7RD

Sat 7 Sep 24

Village History and Heritage exhibition

Heritage Open Day: The Village Heritage Model , designed by Peter Goss in 2014 and portraying our village in the run up to D-day 1944, will be on... more >

The Green, Rowland’s Castle PO9 6AB

Sat 7 Sep 24

Royal Victoria Chapel

Heritage Open Day: Enjoy a new pop-up exhibition exploring the casualty evacuation route from the battlefield to Netley, join one of our guides on a... more >

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 5RA

Sat 7 Sep 24

Guided Heritage Walk

Heritage Open Day: Join one of our volunteer guides for a walk in the footsteps of Netley's staff and patients, or pick up one of our Royal... more >

Royal Victoria Chapel, Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 5RA

Sat 7 Sep 24

St. John the Baptist - Windows into the Past

Heritage Open Day: Stained Glass windows offer a rich insight into our history and heritage. This exhibition tells the stories of those who lived..... more >

St. John the Baptist, Flexford Road, North Baddesley, Southampton SO52 9DF

Sat 7 Sep 24

Historic Winchester - Super Explorer Trail

Heritage Open Day: Experience 4 sites in Winchester, completing tasks to become a Super Explorer! Do you have what it takes to become a Super..... more >

The Great Hall, The Castle, Castle Avenue, Winchester SO23 8UJ

Sat 7 Sep 24

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Things to do around Hampshire

Hampshire, a county in southern England, offers a wealth of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in outdoor adventures, cultural exploration, or family-friendly fun, Hampshire has something to suit every taste. Here are some top things to do in Hampshire:

1. Explore Brockenhurst in the New Forest:
- Brockenhurst is a charming village in the heart of the New Forest. Enjoy scenic walks through ancient woodlands, spot wildlife, and cool off in the Balmer Lawn waters. For lunch, head to The Huntsman or indulge in a meal at The Pig, where you can also visit the on-site animals. Brockenhurst is well-connected to other New Forest villages, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.

2. Cycle through Lyndhurst and Enjoy Afternoon Tea:
- Visit Lyndhurst, known for the New Forest Lavender Farm. Capture stunning photos amidst the purple lavender shoots. Explore the high street with its unique shops and cozy cafes for afternoon tea. Don't miss the traditional pubs for a pint.

3. Discover Farlington Marshes and Hilsea Lines:
- Explore Farlington Marshes at the top of Portsea Island. Combine it with a trip to Hilsea Lines or venture into Southsea for more exploration. These natural areas offer scenic walks and birdwatching opportunities.

4. Visit Winchester Cathedral and City:
- Winchester Cathedral is a magnificent Gothic masterpiece. Explore its historic interiors, climb the tower for panoramic views, and learn about its rich history. Wander through Winchester's charming streets, visit local shops, and enjoy a meal at one of the city's restaurants.

5. Enjoy the South Downs National Park:
- Hampshire is home to a part of the South Downs National Park. Take a hike along the rolling hills, enjoy breathtaking views, and immerse yourself in nature. Pack a picnic and savor the serene surroundings.

6. Discover Historic Portsmouth:
- Visit Portsmouth, a historic naval city. Explore the Historic Dockyard, home to the HMS Victory and the Mary Rose. Walk along the waterfront, visit the Spinnaker Tower, and learn about Portsmouth's maritime heritage.

7. Relax at Hayling Island Beach:
- Head to Hayling Island for a relaxing beach day. Enjoy sandy shores, beach huts, and coastal walks. It's a great spot for families and beachcombers.

8. Explore Jane Austen's House Museum:
- Literature enthusiasts will appreciate Jane Austen's House Museum in Chawton. Visit the former home of the beloved author, explore the gardens, and learn about her life and works.

9. Visit Beaulieu and the National Motor Museum:
- Explore Beaulieu, home to the National Motor Museum. Discover vintage cars, explore the Beaulieu Palace House, and stroll through the picturesque grounds. Don't miss the Beaulieu Abbey and the serene Beaulieu River.

10. Sample Local Cuisine and Pubs:
- Hampshire offers delightful food experiences. Try traditional dishes, visit local pubs, and savor regional flavors. Whether it's a hearty meal or a cream tea, Hampshire's culinary scene won't disappoint.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or cultural heritage, Hampshire promises an enriching and diverse day out!