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A spectacular ‘gala of firsts’ is planned this year’s popular Spring Steam Gala at The Watercress Line in Hampshire, from 25 to 27 April, as it welcomes brand new guest locomotives to its tracks – and introduces its newly-restored flagship engine 35005 Canadian Pacific. Visitors can experience the thrill of riding behind a stellar line-up […]
This May, Fairthorne Manor is opening its gates for two incredible Bank Holiday Fun Days. With a jam-packed schedule of outdoor adventures, it’s the perfect way for families to kickstart their summer. 
Monday 5 & Monday 26 May 2025, 
Open from 10am – 4pm
YMCA Fairthorne Manor, Curdridge With over 15 thrilling activities […]
Thruxton Circuit has unveiled an exciting new addition to its 2025 racing calendar with the creation of the Thruxton Retro – a fun-filled family-friendly weekend festival of live music and entertainment, all set against the backdrop of great racing of classic and historic cars on track. The theme of the inaugural Thruxton Retro is ‘Superfunk’ […]
Warm, sunny days have been ordered as the countdown begins to this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair. This annual celebration of seasonal gardening, growing, food and drink returns to Beaulieu, the New Forest home of the National Motor Museum, from 2 – 4 May 2025. Keen gardeners, aspiring good-lifers, food lovers and holidaymakers alike […]
Hampshire History Trust (HHT), organisers of Winchester Heritage Open Days (WHODs), have announced a talk, by Mary Montagu-Scott, ‘HMS Agamemnon- Navigating the Legend’. It will tell the story of Lord Nelson’s favourite ship, built and launched in 1781, and after a 28-year Naval service record, including the Battle of Trafalgar, ended up wrecked off the […]
Marwell Wildlife has announced an extension to its popular Glow Marwell winter lights event after Storm Darragh forced the event to close for three days. The conservation zoo has added two additional weekend dates on Saturday 4 January and Sunday 5 January to give everyone affected by the storm the opportunity to visit. As one […]
Discover a brand-new magical experience this winter, with White’s Eco Light Festival. Delve into the story of Gilbert White, discover the collections in a whole new light, and unlock your passion and an excitement for wildlife and the natural world. Journey through the house and gardens as they open the pages of The Natural History […]
Christmas is made of stories and never more so than at Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens At Christmas, the popular light art trail that sees one of Britain’s most important botanical gardens transformed after dark. Using millions of LED lights to tell stories and make memories, the event has become a mainstay of Christmas […]
Butser Ancient Farm invites you to experience the rich tapestry of ancient winter traditions at this year’s Midwinter’s Magical Quest: Yules of Yesteryear. Set against the backdrop of Butser’s historic buildings, this immersive, family-friendly event will take you on a journey through time to experience the winter customs of the Saxons, Romans, Celts, and Neolithic […]
Portsmouth’s annual fireworks will be held for the second year at Southsea Common on Tuesday 5 November. The site opens at 4pm, with stalls and entertainment for the whole family. Then, the big event itself is scheduled to take place from 7pm. There will be a variety of hot food and refreshments available on site, […]
