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If the six weeks of the summer holidays have you pondering (or panicking) about what to do to keep the children entertained, fear not! We’ve done the summer research for you and pulled together our top family things to do this summer holidays in Hampshire.

Long summer nights are here, best spent being outside long into those balmy evenings! Pack your picnic, pass the popcorn, and catch a movie under the stars – here are five fabulous places in Hampshire hosting outdoor cinema movie nights this summer.  

Sandy toes, fabulous festivals, balmy evenings, 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.

From chilled acoustic sessions to city centre gigs, and classical concerts to lively festivals packed with chart-topping acts, there’s something for every music fan in Hampshire this summer.

Pick your own or take your pic amongst the lofty blooms, Hampshire’s sunny south coast climate is great news for anthophiles as summer here heralds several spectacular sunflower fields that pop up across the county every August – here are five of our faves.

Bottom’s up! Celebrate English Wine Week in Hampshire between Saturday 21 June and Sunday 29 June 2025 with special English Wine Week events, festivals, and vineyards to visit.

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.

Looking for overnight stays in incredible locations for the lowest price?  Hampshire has you covered.

If you love sleeping in the great outdoors but still prefer a little luxury in your camping set-up then a gorgeous glampsite could be the perfect pitch for you.

From treehouse hideaways to superb safari tents, Hampshire has glorious glampsites galore!

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.

On a fine, sunny day is there anything better than cooling off with an ice cream? Whatever your preferred flavour, whether you love a flake or a spot of sprinkles, you are in for a treat with our best ice cream spots in Hampshire.

Celebrate your dad, grandad, stepdad, father-in-law, or special person in your life this Father’s Day (Sunday 15 June 2025) with our guide to Father’s Day events, days out, experiences, and gift ideas in Hampshire.