Lavish decorations and whimsical scenes at The Vyne draw you into Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass... more >

The Vyne National Trust Vyne Road, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 9HL

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Christmas Orders

Our local Country Market opens at 08:30am on Friday mornings and we are currently taking orders for home-made Christmas cakes, puddings and a variety... more >

The Lady Kaye Rooms, Victoria & Jubilee Halls, Hartley Wintney RG27 8RQ

Fri 22 Nov, Sun 22 Dec

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Hampshire

Longdown Farm Christmas Barn

Join Us For Lots of Farming Fun and to See Father Christmas In The Longdown Farm Christmas Barn Longdown Activity Farm is open as normal on... more >

Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, Southampton. SO40 7EH

Fri 22 Nov to Mon 23 Dec

Santa's Winter Wonderland at Stewarts Abbey

Santa and his elves have prepared the most magical experience yet in the Stewarts Winter Wonderland which will open on 23rd November until 24th... more >

Stewarts Abbey, Mill Lane, Titchfield, Fareham PO15 5RB

Sat 23 Nov to Tue 24 Dec

A Nutcracker Christmas at Mottisfont

Enter the magical world of theatre this Christmas as Mottisfont unveils the Nutcracker. Collect your ticket at the ‘Box Office’, then follow the..... more >

Mottisfont - National Trust near Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0LP

Sat 23 Nov to Sun 5 Jan 2025

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 24 Nov, Sun 1 Dec

FREE taster session with the Fleet Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Fleet?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

Church on the Heath, The Key, Elvetham Heath, Fleet GU51 1HA

Wed 27 Nov, Wed 4 Dec

More Rock Choirs

Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Prepare to be captivated as the award-winning producers return for an extraordinary third year, following an outpouring of rave reviews in 2023... more >

Jermyn’s Lane, Ampfield SO51 0QA

Thu 28 Nov to Wed 1 Jan 2025

Santa's Grotto at Dobbies

Dobbies Garden Centres is unveiling a magical line up of festive experiences for all the family to enjoy this Christmas, including the much-loved... more >

Barton’s Road, Havant PO9 5NA

Thu 28 Nov to Tue 24 Dec

Mother Goose

Play to the Crowd are EGGcited to announce that our next pantomime will be Mother Goose, the first time this famous, traditional pantomime has ever... more >

Theatre Royal Winchester Jewry Street Winchester SO23 8SB

Sat 30 Nov to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Festive Fair

Sunday 1st December from 10am to 4pm In aid of Wessex Cancer Support Join us in the Hambledon Suite for a wonderful festive shopping experience... more >

Solent Hotel & Spa Rookery Avenue Whiteley Fareham Hampshire PO15 7AJ

Sun 1 Dec

Honeypot Christmas Carol Concert

Step into the enchanting world of Christmas as the Honeypot Children’s Charity hosts it’s annual Carol Concert at Romsey Abbey... more >

Romsey Abbey SO51 8EP

Wed 4 Dec

Gosport Jazz Club - Traditional Jazz

A welcome return for the Sussex Jazz Kings Please Note the bar is now card only NO CASH. GJC Entrance fee, card or cash. more >

Gosport & Fareham Rugby Football Club, Dolphin Crescent, Gosport PO12 2HE

Wed 4 Dec

Christmas cupcake decorating lesson

LEARN HOW TO PIPE ICING TAKE HOME 6 OF YOUR OWN ICED CHRISTMAS CUPCAKES TEA AND COFFEE INCLUDED £45 PER PERSON 4TH DECEMBER 10... more >

Beechcroft farm shop Sarum road Winchester SO22 5QS

Wed 4 Dec

Clive New Big Band - Swing & Dance- Christmas American Supper

Clive New Big Band, music for listening or dancing. 1st Wednesday of every month. Dancers welcomed. Free parking to the rear of the building, just..... more >

Locks Heath Working Men’s Club also known as Park Gate Social Club, Duncan Road, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 1BD

Wed 4 Dec

Andover B2B Growth Hub Business Networking Event- 05th Dec 2024

Andover Business Breakfast Networking Event Where Business Opportunities and Powerful Connections Meet!... more >

Andover Masonic Keystone hall Masonic Andover United Kingdom SP10 1EP

Thu 5 Dec

Hampshire History Midweek Musings – From Hazelnuts to Marmalade

Hampshire History Trust, in partnership with Adam Architecture, is delighted to announce the next in their series of short talks on local history and... more >

Adam Architecture, 75 Hyde Street, Winchester SO23 7DW

Thu 5 Dec

Christmas Disco bingo

Enjoy a chance to dance the night away with Christmas Disco Bingo and a delicious two course dinner! Mark your bingo cards with this special..... more >

Solent Hotel & Spa Rookery Avenue Whiteley Fareham Hampshire PO15 7AJ

Thu 5 Dec

Elias String Quartet with Robin Ireland | Audience Choice

Robin Ireland joins the Elias String Quartet to perform some of the greatest string quintets ever written... more >

Turner Sims, University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ

Thu 5 Dec

USV | The Bells of Paradise

The University of Southampton Voices present a sparkling Christmas concert. The Bells of Paradise is a collection of carols and Christmas songs from..... more >

Turner Sims, University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ

Fri 6 Dec

Hundred Watt Club - A roaring twenties burlesque revue

Step back in time to the swinging speakeasies of the 1920s with Hundred Watt Club's tribute to the decade of gin and jazz!... more >

The Point, 14 Leigh Rd, Eastleigh SO50 9DE

Fri 6 Dec

The Best of Grohl - The Attic, Southampton

The Best of Grohl is the ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. This four-piece powerhouse delivers an electrifying rock..... more >

32 Winsor Rd, Totton, Southampton SO40 9HQ

Sat 7 Dec

The Christmas Elf Inspector

THE CHRISTMAS ELF INSPECTOR is the brand new immersive Christmas show from Scratch Built Productions and Proteus... more >

Proteus Creation Space, Council Road, Basingstoke RG21 3DH

Sat 7 Dec, Sun 8 Dec, Wed 11 Dec to Sun 15 Dec, Wed 18 Dec to Tue 24 Dec

Portsmouth Baroque Choir - Music for Advent and Christmas

'How lovely are the messengers' by Mendelssohn holds the key to our concert, combining messages about the Second Coming and celebration... more >

Havant and Emsworth United Reformed Church, 37 North Street, Havant PO9 1PP

Sat 7 Dec

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Hundred Watt Club - A Christmas Cracker Cabaret!

Have you been naughty or nice this year? Whatever the answer, Hundred Watt Club’s glorious gift to you is this hot toddy of a show!... more >

The Point, 14 Leigh Rd, Eastleigh SO50 9DE

Sat 7 Dec

The Manor Trust Bedhampton Christmas Fair 2024

Saturday 7th December – 2.00pm – 4.00pm Don’t miss the annual Manor Trust Christmas Fair on Saturday 7th December... more >

The Elms 2, Lower Road Old Bedhampton Havant PO9 3LH

Sat 7 Dec

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path

A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening. Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are..... more >

Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 Christchurch Road , Ringwood BH24 1DW

Sat 7 Dec

New Forest Choirs

The two choirs are New Forest Chamber Choir and New Forest Children;s Choir, both directed and conducted by Alison Russsell-Hayward... more >

Beaulieu Abbey Church, Palace Lane, Beaulieu, BROCKENHURST SO42 7YG

Sat 7 Dec

Owls by Moonlight at Christmas

The Hawk Conservancy Trust will be flying their awesome owls under moonlight at this magical time of year in two fantastical flying displays, with a... more >

Hawk Conservancy Trust Sarson Lane Weyhill Andover SP11 8DY

Sat 7 Dec and Sun 8 Dec

Southampton Concert Orchestra 2024

Dvorák Cello Concerto Stravinsky Petrushka Judith Bailey World Premiere Southampton Concert Orchestra celebrate 60 years of music making with a... more >

Turner Sims, University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ

Sat 7 Dec

The Nutcracker - A Festive Family Treat!

After a sell-out tour last year, this festive favourite makes a welcome return this Christmas. Retaining all the much-loved characters and music,..... more >

Berry Theatre Wildern Lane Hedge End Southampton SO30 4EJ

Sat 7 Dec

Learn the Art of the Tease - Burlesque Class with Hundred Watt Club

Boost your body confidence in a fun and relaxed environment whilst exploring the art of the tease with burlesque moguls Hundred Watt Club... more >

The Point, 14 Leigh Rd, Eastleigh SO50 9DE

Sat 7 Dec

Christmas Market at The Shed

The Shed’s annual Christmas Market will be held on the 8th December from 12-6pm. With live music, local treats and a naughty elf causing mischief,..... more >

The Shed, Sergeants Yard, Bordon, Hampshire. GU35 0DJ

Sun 8 Dec

Christmas Market

Our Christmas Market features many different sellers/products. There is a range from gifts, decorations, personalised items and treats for the..... more >

Springwood Community Centre, 110 Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville PO7 8BJ

Sun 8 Dec

Winter Light Christmas Concert

Chart topping soprano and star of The Voice UK, Nadia Eide, presents a spectacular Christmas concert for all ages this festive season... more >

2 Bursledon Rd, Bitterne Village, Southampton SO19 7LW

Sun 8 Dec

Wessex Cancer Support Christmas Concert

Join TV's Sarah Parish and Sam Fraser at Titchfield Christmas Concert Actor, Sarah Parish, and BBC South Presenter, Sam Fraser, are guest... more >

St Peter’s Church, Church Street, Titchfield PO14 4AG

Mon 9 Dec

Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration in Lymington

Journey to the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence) in Lajatico, a breathtaking natural amphitheater in Tuscany, as Andrea Bocelli returns to his... more >

The Lymington Community Associaction, New St, Lymington SO41 9BQ

Wed 11 Dec

The Coastal Comedy Christmas Special with Paul Tonkinson

Get some festive funny and a top night of live comedy with 3 fantastic acts and host staged by multi-award winning Coastal Comedy... more >

The Barn Parsonage Barn Lane BH24 1SE

Fri 13 Dec

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Come and make your own Christmas Wreath to take home at the Barn at River Hamble Country Park on Friday the 13th December, from 10... more >

The Barn, River Hamble Country Park SO31 1BH

Fri 13 Dec

Christmas Music Concert

The Lee on the Solent & Stubbington branch of the Royal Naval Association are holding their annual Christmas Music concert as the Holy Rood church,... more >

The Holy Rood Church, Stubbington. PO14 2AS

Fri 13 Dec

The Funny Mummy

This show has been designed with parents in mind: written and performed by Alyssa Kyria, who is not only a parent herself (to Lola, age 9) but who... more >

Spring Arts Centre 56 East Street Havant Hampshire PO9 1BS

Fri 13 Dec

Alton Repair Café

The Alton Repair Café is a part of the International Repair Café movement. We meet regularly to offer services to people who have broken household..... more >

Alton Community Centre, Amery Street, Alton GU34 1HN

Sat 14 Dec

Beauty & the Beast pantomime

Chaplins Mini-pantos presentation is aimed primarily at 3-11 year-olds, but is enjoyed by all ages. An ideal introduction to this wonderful British..... more >

Fair Oak Village Hall, Shorts Road, Fair Oak SO50 7EJ

Sat 14 Dec

Christmas Carols and Music

Join us for our family friendly, fun celebration of the festive season! Whether you are 9 or 99, you will wonder at the voices of Castle Primary..... more >

St Mary’s Church, Fratton Road, Portsmouth PO1 5PA

Sat 14 Dec

SHOCC Dances: December Ceilidh with Melrose Ceilidh Quintet & Ian Nichols

English Ceilidh (pronounced kaylee) is a lively, energetic, and upbeat version of English barn or country dancing, suitable for all ages... more >

Cuckoo Bushes Hall The Hilt Hiltingbury Recreation Ground Hiltingbury Road Chandler’s Ford SO53 5NP

Sat 14 Dec

Christmas Concert

Hampshire Police Male Voice Choir with Sian Bibby-Hsia, soprano, in a varied programme for Christmas, with audience participation carols. more >

St. Paul’s Church, Barnes Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton SO31 7BG

Sat 14 Dec

A CHRISTMAS CRACKER performed by the Farnborough Concert Band

The Farnborough Concert Band invite you to join us for a concert of seasonal music at St Andrews Garrison Church, Aldershot, GU11 2BY, at 7pm on... more >

St Andrews Garrison Church, Aldershot GU11 2BY

Sat 14 Dec

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Santa Meet & Greet

Come and meet the main man Santa. Every child will receive a gift when they meet Santa and whilst they are waiting there will be arts and crafts to..... more >

Springwood Community Centre, 110 Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville PO7 8BJ

Sun 15 Dec

Christmas Carols and Owls

Head to the Hawk Conservancy Trust for a special evening to get you in the Christmas spirit! Sing along with Christmas carols, both traditional and..... more >

Hawk Conservancy Trust Sarson Lane Weyhill Andover SP11 8DY

Sun 15 Dec to Tue 17 Dec

GreenMatthews | Gaudete!

Christmas carols, winter folk songs, toe-tapping tunes and a plethora of weird and wonderful instruments… GreenMatthews bring the festive season to... more >

Turner Sims, University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ

Sun 15 Dec

Gosport Jazz Club - Traditional Jazz

Christmas Party night with Tim Eyles' Mardi Gras band Please Note the bar is card only, No Cash. GJC Entrance fee - card or cash... more >

Gosport & Fareham Rugby Football Club, Dolphin Crescent, Gosport PO12 2HE

Wed 18 Dec

Gosport Jazz Club - Traditional Jazz

Pete Lay's Gambit Jazzmen Please Note the bar is card only, NO CASH. GJC Entrance fee - card or cash. more >

Gosport & Fareham Rugby Football Club, Dolphin Crescent, Gosport PO12 2HE

Wed 18 Dec

Father Christmas: Back in Flight!

Father Christmas and his magical team of owls will be stopping at the Hawk Conservancy Trust for this special family event... more >

Hawk Conservancy Trust Sarson Lane Weyhill Andover SP11 8DY

Sat 21 Dec and Sun 22 Dec

VCW presents live wrestling in Portsmouth

VCW presents live wrestling in Portsmouth Come, witness, an incredible night of live wrestling action as VCW brings the excitement to Stamshaw and... more >

Stamshaw and Tipner Leisure Centre 69 Wilson Road Portsmouth PO2 8LE

Sat 21 Dec

The Coastal Comedy Christmas Special with Esther Manito

Get some festive funny and enjoy a top night of live stand-up comedy with 3 hilarious acts plus host, up close and personal in our beautifully... more >

The Barn Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 1SE

Sat 21 Dec

Swing Into Christmas with the Down for the Count Orchestra 2024

Celebrate the festive season in style with the vocalists and instrumentalists of the Down for the Count Orchestra, as they return to Turner Sims for... more >

Turner Sims, University of Southampton, Southampton SO17 1BJ

Sun 22 Dec

NO JAZZ TONIGHT at The Golden Lion - Jazz Nights every Tuesday evening

The Georgia Ramblers will NOT be appearing this Tuesday. JAZZ RETURNS IN JANUARY Excellent range of real ales and cider... more >

The Golden Lion, High Street, Southwick, nr. Fareham PO17 6EB

Tue 24 Dec

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!