Archive News

March 2012

• History Revealed Photo CompetitionThursday, 8th March 2012

  Make history and share photographs of time spent with your family at the 15 History Revealed museums & galleries in Hampshire.  Do you...

September 2011

• Win a family ticket to OctoberFestTuesday, 27th September 2011

  Now in its third successful year, Hampshire’s OctoberFest will be a great family day out where you can learn about local crafts and produce,...

August 2011

• Win tickets to the PSP Southampton Boat Show Tuesday, 16th August 2011

  It’s all go on the water at the annual PSP Southampton Boat Show which takes place 16-25 September, and Europe’s largest Show Marina is...

• Free day out for all the family ….. new-look Fort Nelson is unveiledMonday, 8th August 2011

  The Royal Armouries unveils its state-of-the-art new museum at Fort Nelson on Saturday August 6th – home to the big guns.

  In just under a...

July 2011

• Tudor House and Garden re-opens its doors Tuesday, 26th July 2011

  Southampton’s rich history is set to come alive once again as the city’s most important historic attraction re-opens its...

June 2011

• Marwell's meerkats are moving home!Thursday, 30th June 2011

  A brand new home offering a unique insight into the complex world of meerkats is opening at Marwell Wildlife. Building work has begun and the...

• Win a family Discovery PassMonday, 20th June 2011

  Win a Discovery Pass worth £45 from Hampshire County Council, giving you plenty of ideas for days out in the county if you're on...

• Vote for Hampshire as Britain's top food spot!Wednesday, 15th June 2011

  To commemorate its 10th anniversary, British Food Fortnight (17 Sept - 2 Oct 2011) is inviting you to vote for your top food spot in Britain....

May 2011

• Marwell Wildlife on the look out for a new star! Monday, 9th May 2011

  Could your child or grandchild be the new Voice of Marwell Wildlife?

  The park has launched a new competition to find a child to star in its radio...

April 2011

• Hampshire Water Festival comes to Staunton Country ParkThursday, 7th April 2011

  Hampshire Water Festival is set to enjoy its third year at Staunton Country Park, sited just north of Havant.  The FREE event takes place...

• Bluebells and Breakfast heaven at Exbury GardensWednesday, 6th April 2011

  Just as Exbury is looking at its breathtaking best, early birds have the chance to enjoy a privately guided breakfast walk through the Gardens before...

• Submarine Museum Easter activities Tuesday, 5th April 2011

  This Easter, visitors to the Royal Navy Submarine in Gosport can dress up a pirate, cruise across Portsmouth Harbour, keep a submarine at depth and...

• Hampshire Food Festival in JulyMonday, 4th April 2011

  Loosen your belt in readiness for Hampshire’s month-long celebration of local food and farming this July! Farmers, producers, restaurants,...

• Spring activities at Sir Harold Hillier GardensFriday, 1st April 2011

  In April we have lots to see and do for all ages here at the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens. As well as a new dining experience at the Victorian Tea...

March 2011

• Countryside 2011 Thursday, 31st March 2011

  Countryside 2011 has just launched its exciting Event Directory, packed with activities taking place throughout Hampshire and eight other counties...

• Hamble Valley champions launch of free visitor magazineWednesday, 30th March 2011

  Contemporary Culture, The Good Life and Local Heritage are the overriding themes of the glossy new 2011 Hamble Valley Visitor Magazine to tempt...

• Pepys Show 16-17 AprilWednesday, 30th March 2011

  Take a peep at Pepys Show at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th April 2011 from 11am – 4.30pm. It's a free event for...

• Giant lobster at Blue Reef AquariumTuesday, 15th March 2011

  A giant lobster which is thought to be more than 50 years old has been saved from the pot by a West Sussex fisherman and donated to...

• Peppa Pig World comes to Hampshire!Thursday, 10th March 2011

  Saturday 9 April sees the official launch of Peppa Pig World at Paultons Family Theme Park near Romsey. Exclusive to Paultons Park, Peppa Pig World...

January 2011

• Marwell Wildlife Photographer of the Year competitionFriday, 28th January 2011

  Hampshire’s prestigious wildlife photography competition returns and Marwell Wildlife is calling all budding photographers to enter images...