Discover Hampshire

Make way for marvellous May, with two bank holidays and a half term holiday, this month is action-packed with exciting things to do in Hampshire.

Hooray for May! The month that takes us from spring into summer and two bank holidays to enjoy those balmy long days.

The Early May Bank Holiday is on Monday 6 May 2024, read on for our guide to what’s happening during in Hampshire during the long weekend from 4 – 6 May.

Mark the end of the month with some May merriment over another lovely long weekend from 25 to 27 May 2024. The flowers of the gardens are in full bloom, it’s the perfect time of year for picnics, and outdoor events run late into the evenings.

A summer of live music is approaching and the new trend of gig tripping – combining live music at gigs or festivals with a trip to a new destination – is a great way to plan a short break.

We’ve lined up the hottest music acts set to perform in Hampshire this summer in brilliant destinations to explore.

You’ve marvelled at the movie and tuned into the TV show, now you can visit those iconic locations seen on the screen.

Step inside the real-life Downton Abbey or follow in the footsteps of The Crown’s Royal Family: set jet to Hampshire to visit these famous film and television locations.