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Bottoms up! Celebrate English Wine Week in Hampshire between Saturday 15 June and Sunday 25 June 2024 with special English Wine Week events, festivals, and vineyards to visit.

Sandy toes, gorgeous gardens, and outdoor fun – it feels like summer! Read on for beach bucketloads of ideas and inspiration for how to enjoy those warm summer days and nights here in Hampshire.

In the summer months, there’s nothing better than the sweet taste of freshly picked strawberries. A lovely activity to do with all the family, create cherished memories together of summer days.

Splish, splash, splosh – summer is here, and if you’re in need of a dip to cool down, lido back and enjoy these Hampshire swimming pools, water parks, and splash pads.

Celebrate the dads, grandads, stepdads, fathers-in-law, and special father figures this Father’s Day (Sunday 16 June 2024) with our guide to Father’s Day events, days out, experiences, and gift ideas in Hampshire.

Joyful June brings colourful gardens, fabulous festivals, outdoor music, open-air theatre, and alfresco cinema. Here are our top picks of the happenings in Hampshire this June.

With the summer fast approaching, it’s got us thinking about what to do in the school holidays. With 6 or more weeks off, there’s plenty of time for making exciting memories together here in Hampshire. If you are looking for kid-friendly days out in Hampshire, read on to find out some of our recommendations.

With only a few weeks to go until the school summer holidays kick off, you may be thinking about ideas for days out with the children. If you are looking to make the most of your budget this summer, why not consider planning a trip to some of the following Hampshire attractions, all of which offer free entry for children.

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.

Much like the löyly (wood-fired steam) that rises within their aromatic walls, sauna culture is on the up in the UK.

From coast to countryside, Hampshire has a superb selection of outdoor saunas to soothe, steam, and combine with a cold-water dip.

With its military connections and its position on the Solent, Gosport has plenty in it to see and do. Whether it’s a day at one of Gosport’s beaches or time spent at some of the fascinating museums, find out more about what you can experience in Gosport. 

Nestled in the Test Valley, Romsey is a small market town which boasts some amazing attractions. Use Romsey as a base to explore the wider area, with gorgeous walks and cycle rides from your doorstop, plus easy access to Southampton and the New Forest. We’ve put together our top picks of things to do in Romsey.