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Events in and around Hampshire and Ideas for Things To Do.
Looking for something in Hampshire to do with the kids in the school half-term, bank holidays or at weekends? Looking for an interesting activity or adventure to organize a stag do or fun party for friends? Want somewhere different to take the children for a day out? Want to celebrate Mother's Day, Easter, Father's Day? Or perhaps you are just looking for new interests, hobbies or activities for yourself, to learn new skills, keep fit, meet people or just while away the time.
Why not try our random selection of Hampshire events, what's on and things to do ...
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Hampshire Farmers Market - Petersfield
Sunday 7th March 2010, 10.00am to 2.00pm. At a Hampshire Farmers’ Market all produce being sold must have been grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, or processed within Hampshire or ten miles of the border. The producer, or someone directly involved with the production, must sell the produce themselves and no bought in produce is allowed. Details: 01420 588671
Website: www.farmersmarkets.net/listHampshire.htm
Market Square, Petersfield, Hampshire GU32 3HQ
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Festival of Dance 2010
Friday 19th March 2010, 7.00pm - 10.00pm
Now in its 5th year The AAIR Festival of Dance is an inspirational evening showcasing ten acts from across the south performing an eclectic mix of dance including Old English, Oriental, Irish, Indian and Street dance.
Hosted by Coast Radio this show is sure to entertain the whole family.
Book early as it's usually a sell-out.
Thanks to event sponsors Condor Office Solutions, all proceeds from the evening will go to AAIR, raising money for asthma and allergy research at Southampton General Hospital.
The Coast presenter John Clayton said: “The Coast are delighted to be involved with The Festival of Dance once again this year. The event is a great celebration of dance and music and raises vital funds for a great cause."
Phone for Details: 023 8077 1234
Tickets are £12 p/p or £10 p/p for groups of 10 or more. Book through www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk or telephone 023 8065 2333
The Point Theatre, Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 9DE
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Learn to Dance Modern Jive - Weekly Class Nights.
Tuesday 2nd March 2010 and every Tuesday, 8.00pm to 11.00pm at Winchester Guildhall.
Beginners and Intermediate classes followed by non-stop dancing until 11.00pm.
Each of our class nights provide a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere for all dancers, and would-be dancers, of any age from 16 upwards.
When you learn to dance Modern Jive there is no need to book a course of lessons and no need to bring a partner, you can just turn up as, when and where you want to.
Our dance lessons are broken down with step by step instruction for each move ensuring that you learn to dance in a fun and easy going environment. The music that we play caters for all tastes whether its dance, pop, swing or latin.
Tickets: £7
Website: www.danceyourselfdizzy.com
Winchester Guildhall, Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hants SO23 9GH
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Portchester Flower Club
Friday 12th March 2010, 7.30pm and 2nd Friday every month.
For lovers of flower arranging. Come along to this friendly group which meets every month for workshops, demonstrations and outings. Visitors are always welcome.
Admission: Visitors £2.50 (£3.50 demonstrations)
Phone for details: 023 9237 9016.
Portchester Parish Hall, Castle Street, Portchester, Fareham, Hants PO16 9PY
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Car Boot Sale - Winklebury
Saturday 27th February 2010 and Every Saturday. 8.30am to 1.00pm. In aid of Victim Support
Sellers: Cars £5, vans £6. No cars before 8.30am.
Toilets and refreshments.
Details: 01256 780670
Website: www.forthill.hants.sch.uk
Fort Hill Community School, Kenilworth Road, Winklebury, Basingstoke, Hants RG23 8JQ
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Hartley Wintney Weekly Market
Tuesday 2nd March 2010 and Every Tuesday 10.00am to 2.00pm. A street market offering the best in Hampshire produce. The prime reason for holding the weekly market is to complement the existing shops and to reverse the trend of shopping outside the local community. Support your local shops.
High Street, Hartley Wintney, Hampshire RG27 8NW
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Paultons Park Family Theme Park
Paultons will re-open for the 2010 season on Sunday 14th February 2010.
Paultons Family Theme Park in Hampshire, on the edge of the New Forest, offers a great family day out with over 50 different attractions and rides included in the price.
The variety of things to see and do includes thrilling and gentle rides, dinosaurs, museums, animated shows, play areas, exotic birds and other fun activities for all ages in garden setting.
Details of Special Events for 2010 will be on the website soon!
Check details online. Visit the Paultons interactive website: www.paultonspark.co.uk
Paultons Park, Ower, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 6AL
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ABBA Mania - at Ferneham Hall
Thursday 25th February 2010, 7.30pm
Ever thought what it was like to see ABBA live? Now's your chance!
Fresh from a smash hit tour of the Southern Hemisphere which included Singapore, New Zealand and Australia ABBA MANIA is back touring the UK.
If you are looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music there has ever been, then Abba Mania is for you!
Favourites including: 'Mamma Mia', 'Voulez Vous', 'Dancing Queen', 'Winner Takes It All', 'Super Trouper' and many more!
Tickets: £16 (Fareham Leisure Card £15)
Details and booking: 01329 231942 or visit website: www.fernehamhall.co.uk
Ferneham Hall, Osborn Road, Fareham, Hants PO16 7DB
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Stanley Gibbons Open Day
Saturday 17th April 2010, 9.00am-1.00pm
Calling stamp collectors everywhere! All the usual bargains as well as refreshments for all you philatelists out there!
Phone for Details: +44 (0) 1425 481045
or visit website:
www.stanleygibbons.co.uk
Stanley Gibbons Publications, 7 Parkside, Christchurch Road, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 3SH
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Hampshire Farmers Market - Basingstoke
Sunday 7th March 2010, 9.00am to 2.00pm. At a Hampshire Farmers’ Market all produce being sold must have been grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, or processed within Hampshire or ten miles of the border. The producer, or someone directly involved with the production, must sell the produce themselves and no bought in produce is allowed. Details: 01420 588671
Website: www.farmersmarkets.net/listHampshire.htm
Top of town outside Willis Museum, Market Place, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7QD
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West Side Story
Tuesday 6th - Saturday 10th April 2010, 7.30pm, with Matinees 12.00noon Wednesday and 2.30pm Saturday.
Its mid-1950s New York, and Tony, a Jet, has fallen in love with Maria, the sister of Bernardo, leader of rival gang the Sharks. One of the best loved musicals of all time gets a vibrant new production.
Phone for Details: (023) 92 828282
Tickets: £13.50 - £9.00, £2.00 off - Clild, Student, OAP, Kings Card
Call the Box Office on (023) 92 828282
Groups (023) 92 85220
Website: www.kings-southsea.com
The Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2QJ
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Mothers Day Lunch or Cream Tea
Sunday 14th March 2010 on the Watercress Line.
Treat your Mother to a delicious Lunch or Cream Tea on board a steam train at
the Mid-Hants Railway "Watercress Line".
Travel through through the beautiful Hampshire countryside as you dine.
The trains depart from Alresford station at 12.43pm for Lunch, and 3.00pm for Afternoon Cream Tea.
Full details of menus, seating and prices on Website: www.watercressline.co.uk
The Watercress Line, Mid-Hants Railway Ltd, New Alresford Station, Station Road, Alresford, Hampshire SO24 9JG
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Milford Carnival
Saturday 28th August 2010 at Milford on Sea.
Held on the Saturday of the August Bank Holiday weekend, is popular with residents and visitors, with attractions on the village green and a procession of floats and entries led by the Carnival Queen and her attendants.
Prizes are awarded for the best entries in each class.
This year the theme will be Children's TV Shows, which can include anything from Muffin the Mule to Waybuloo.
Also this year the Carnival Queen will be selected from one of Milford's elegant Grandmothers with her Grandchild as attendant.
Full details on the website: www.milfordcarnival.com
Milford on Sea Village
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