What’s on in Hampshire: March 2024

Feel totally immersed as you step inside the cathedral, enveloped in scenes of iconic monarchs, breathtaking coronation ceremonies and the Crown Jewels. Invite family and friends for a night to remember. Historic Royal Palaces have partnered with Luxmuralis Artist Collaboration to create an immersive sound and light show for all ages to enjoy. It will bring the spectacle, significance and shared experience of Coronations to life, demonstrating the pivotal role of the Crown Jewels, part of the Royal Collection, within the ceremony.

Freckle Productions in association with Rose Theatre present Zog and the Flying Doctors. Based on the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler.

"Just because you're paranoid, doesn't mean you're not being followed!" Dom Joly has been off travelling the globe again. This time, he's been looking into some of the strangest and weirdest conspiracy theories in existence. Now, he's now set to embark on a rather unique theatre tour, where Dom will be providing a hilarious, fascinating, and slightly anarchic guide to the wacky world of conspiracies.

Brand New for 2024 Join London's world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting ways.

Follow the Gruffalo's Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories' enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Celebrate Mothering Sunday at Stansted House and enjoy free admission for all Mothers. Step inside the beautiful Stansted House and enjoy a true upstairs, downstairs experience as you visit the family seat of the Earls of Bessborough. Explore the stunning State Rooms, once used to entertain politicians, actors and royalty, before moving downstairs to discover the extensive Servants Quarters.

Spend the day at Queen Elizabeth Country Park focussing on your health and wellbeing. In celebration of International Women's Day (Friday 8 March 2024) and Mother's Day (Sunday 10 March 2024) we are holding our second Women's Health and Wellbeing Day on Saturday 9 March 2024.

Treat Mum to the Mother of all gifts this Mother's Day; a wonderful paddle to the pub on the Beaulieu River with New Forest Activities. You'll enjoy a gentle guided tour through the idyllic Beaulieu River Nature Reserve, ending at the Master Builder's pub to enjoy a glass of bubbly by the riverside to celebrate all things, Mum.

Hop on over to Winchester Science Centre this spring for the return of Boom & Bloom between Saturday 16th March and Monday 15th April, including every day during the Easter school holidays. There'll be all the usual Science Centre fun like hands-on exhibits, exciting live demos and minibeast adventures, plus even more to excite children aged five to 12 and their families. Solve the puzzles to earn an Easter treat and find out the difference between rabbits and hares in the Eggs-travaganza Easter Hunt and discover all about the science of a childhood favourite, bubbles, in the fun-filled 20-minute live show, Bubble Trouble - both included free with admission.

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens look gorgeous in the spring and the whole family is sure to enjoy the self-guided Easter trail through the blossoming flowers.

You've made it through the wilderness, somehow, you've made it through and now we're never gonna give you up! Get ready as we bring you – direct from The Adelphi Theatre in London's West End – the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK – 80s Live!

A full-cast production set in the murky Dark Ages where love, politics and witchcraft collide. A warworn Macbeth is told by three sisters that he is fated to become King of Scotland so beginning a series of events that lead to the destruction of Kings, friends and souls as he, and his Lady, try to cling to the tainted crown.

Following an incredible run of sell out theatre tours across the UK and Europe, multi-award winning tribute artiste January Butler is now taking her very own brand new theatre production show out into the world- and looking to delight Celine fans with an incredible live production having teamed up with musical director Andy Mudd and the creative team of Viva Blackpool.

Pack your bags, strap yourself in, zero hour 7.30pm, for a night like no other as we celebrate Sir Elton John! The Rocket Man is the world's favourite celebration to a musical icon, playing to audiences all around the world and we are delighted to announce our UK tour for 2023.

Looking for Easter Activities for the whole family? Enjoy a fun-filled guided paddle with New Forest Activities, along the Beaulieu River in stable 'Canadian style' canoes. Spend time taking in the stunning scenery of the river before disembarking for an Easter egg hunt with a twist! Leave no leaf unturned as your little ones hunt for those hidden chocolate eggs along the riverside. Then, you'll enjoy another beautiful scenic paddle back to base. All participants will receive a delicious chocolate egg (even the grown-ups too!) Great for all ages, all equipment provided.

Want an activity so good you'll drop your Easter bonnet? Join New Forest Activities for some target shooting with a twist! Learn how to shoot a real bow and arrow as you release your inner archer and compete head-to-head for the biggest Easter egg up for grabs! Based in the beautiful New Forest at their Hazel Copse Farm site in Beaulieu, you'll be surrounded by nature while you enjoy Easter themed archery games and pick up a new skill along the way. Their expert instructors will be on hand to help you with tips on how to improve your shot and technique so that you can walk away as Easter champion with your chocolate Easter egg trophy!

With all the feel of a classic village fete, Mottisfont’s Easter Egg Hunt is packed with traditional springtime activities, set in these glorious stream-fed gardens. Look out for egg rolling, bean bag throwing and other energetic outdoor games, plus spring-themed crafts including daffodil pinwheel-making. The trail weaves through the walled kitchen garden, across grassy paddocks and by a sparkling chalk stream where bridges provide the perfect spot for a game of Pooh Sticks. You’ll find a spring ‘art gallery’ too, where kids can display their drawings for everyone to enjoy. There’s plenty of space and seating for spring picnics, plus delicious ice cream varieties from local makers Jude’s.

Go wild for Hinton Ampner's Easter Trail as you don your bunny ears and take on the challenges the Easter bunny has left behind. A chocolate prize awaits for the best hopping, bouncing bunnies!

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at The Vyne on an Easter trail. Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Prices are £3 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan ad Free From* chocolate egg. *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.

There are some brilliant birds in the world and on this year's egg hunt you will find out all about them! Hunt for ten eggs hidden in Gilbert White's Garden and match the birds named on the eggs with the amazing facts given. Match all 10 and claim a chocolate egg!

Guaranteed to put a spring in your step, Paultons Park's entrance will be festooned for Easter with colourful giant Easter eggs and bunnies at every turn. Meet some wonderful Easter characters and enjoy over 70 wonderful rides and attractions.

Enjoy this brand new event this Easter at The Watercress Line! Come and meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy Easter themed activities across the railway.

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