Blog (Activities) - Visit Hampshire

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.

From saunas in wildly beautiful locations to stretching out under open skies, the outdoor wellness movement in Hampshire is gaining pace.

From seasoned swimmers to those dipping their toes into the water for the first time, wild swimming has gained popularity thanks to its much-documented health benefits and all-round feel-good factors.

As the water and air temperatures begin to warm up, spring and summer are a great time of the year to take the plunge. 

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.

If you’ve made the most of your adventures at Peppa Pig World, have met Peppa, George and the crew and have created some happy family memories together, then you may be looking for other days out nearby, especially if you are planning a short break nearby.

The bustling market town of Alton sits in the northeast of Hampshire. Recently used as a filming location for Gerard Butler movie, Greenland, Alton has some amazing literary connections and lots of exciting activities. We’ve put together the top 10 things to do in Alton.

Discover what makes Hampshire extra special by planning your days out around some of our top wildlife encounters. Whether you know your thing when it comes to flora and fauna or are a novice, there are some fascinating opportunities to get close to, and learn more about Hampshire’s wildlife.

With its strong military connections and as home to the British Army, Aldershot is not only home to a number of military-related attractions but also offers some other amazing days out and things to do. 

Hop straight into April with Easter events, trails, and activities at the beginning of the month, plus spring celebrations and plenty of outdoor fun as the days get longer and warmer.

Let your little ones burn off some energy or spend some time playing grown ups at some of Hampshire’s top play cafes. 

It’s only once a year that two bank holidays fall over the same weekend, making Easter weekend a wonderful spring chance to get out and about and enjoy the longer and fairer days.