Charlton Village Community Association is hosting a VE Day 80 event in Charlton Park, Andover. There will be live music with the Charlton Beacon being lit at 9.30pmThere will be food and drink vendors. An inflatable slide will be available for all, free of charge, until 9.00pmTickets can be purchased in advance through our sum... Read more »
Come along to the village hall and Monxton Green on 8th May to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with friends and neighbours… 10am-12pm tea, coffee, cake and history 4pm onwards for BBQ, bar, Mucky Duck Race, tug-of-war, traditional games, fancy dress competition, history and music. Tribute at 6pm at the hall. To help... Read more »
Join us with British food and British music, with Sandy Ince, a regular at the old house. She’ll be singing “War Time” themed music along with some upbeat Classics to help us celebrate the evening away. Please book a table early if you’re eating as these will go pretty quickly.
Join us as BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair returns to the stunning grounds of Beaulieu from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th May 2025. What better way to inspire your gardening year ahead than by joining us for this much-loved show. Set in the beautiful grounds of Beaulieu, this Spring Fair includes Beautiful Borders and The... Read more »
Come along to a VE Day celebration to mark 80 years since Victory in Europe! Friday 2nd MayKing’s Somborne School Hall in the following time slots - 9-10am, 2-3pm and 4.30-5.30pm
wristbands £5 all day access to the charity matches and daytime entertainment wristbands £10 evening sold outall day access and including the evening from 6pm onwards with The Torn Off Strips performing
Andover Choral Society will perform Hummels Mass No 1 and popular chroal works by Elgar, Mozart, Brahms and Bruckner in the lovely setting of St Mary's Church. This will be the choir's first performance under the direction of Craig Lawton, the new Musical Director. Southampton based he has extensive conducting experience locally and across UK.
May the 4th be with you ..... Star Wars themed activities with a FREE breakfast available to local men at Knights Enham junior school at KAW in Andover. This unique gathering will offer attendees a FREE breakfast, creating a welcoming atmosphere where men can connect over delicious food. Beyond the shared meal, the group will... Read more »
Come together as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE80) with a delightful picnic in the park! Bring your picnic blankets, favourite treats, and good company as we honour this special occasion with food, fun, and friendship. There’ll be music, games, and a chance to reflect on the significance of VE... Read more »
Join us on Monday 5th May from 2pm to 4pm (last entry 3:45pm) for a relaxed, creative afternoon packed with themed craft activities to mark VE Day. Whether it’s colouring, or getting stuck into hands-on crafts, there’ll be something for every little artist to enjoy! Free cakes, drinks and refreshments will be available throughout, and... Read more »
Andover flower club celebrates 70 years with a demonstration entitled YOLO. Angela Turner ( National Demonstrator , RHS Chelsea 2024 Gold Award ) Celebration drink and cake included Parking at Test valley borough council offices with a free shuttle bus to and from St Anns hall This is a ticketed event, the cost is £12... Read more »
LinkedIn Local is back – and you’re invited! Join us for a relaxed evening of conversation and connection at ACE in the heart of Andover. Whether you work in a shop, office, charity, or business, if you have a LinkedIn profile and want to build local connections, this event is for you. 🔹 Meet other... Read more »
Join communities across Test Valley as we honor VE Day 2025 with nationwide celebrations, parades, and special events. From flag-raising ceremonies to beacon lightings, concerts, and remembrance services, discover how you can take part in marking this historic occasion. Browse our event listings to find VE Day celebrations happening near you and be part of... Read more »
The Army Flying Museum at Middle Wallop in Hampshire will be encouraging visitors to join them from the 8th May to commemorate VE Day 2025. The Museum will be staging a very special temporary display which will feature Second World War highlights from the Museum’s collection. Visitors will be able to see artefacts and documents... Read more »
Meeting the Challenges Together - a voluntary sector discussion Come join us at Broughton Village Hall where Unity will be hosting round table discussions about the challenges the voluntary and community sector are facing and how VCSE organisations can offer even more effective support to local communities to meet these challenges.
The gardens are open to the public the weekend of the 10 and 11 May, between 2.30pm and 4.30pm each day. There will also be a plant sale, spring retail, refreshments and our spring raffle. Entry only £3 per person on the day. No dogs allowed
Easter Weekend and beyond at The Red Lion, Overton... Sunday Lunch, The Rag and Moan Men, Dog Show, Pearly Queen and Classic Car Show for VE Day and much, much more.
Crosfield Hall is near the centre of Romsey and accessable by train and bus.There is limited parking at the venue. Romsey is a historic and vibrant town with an Abbey, a lively town square and shops The theme for the day is ' Inspiring women with words' and we will celebrate the power of language... Read more »
Celebrate the spirit of May Day with us at our Wellness Fayre – a heart-centred gathering of artisans, holistic therapists, and mindful makers in the beautiful surroundings of Romsey Town Hall. What to expect? Browse stalls filled with crystal healing treasures, handmade self-care products, natural remedies, artisan crafts, and gifts inspired by nature. Treat yourself to relaxing... Read more »
We all need live, family entertainment right now!” Never to disappoint, we are beyond proud to present to you yet again another FIRST-CLASS Circus production. Providing family entertainment, traditional in presentation yet modern in content. Following the reviews of “Fantastic value for money”, “An Unforgettable experience” and “Great fun for all the Family” In 2025 we continue to bring the... Read more »
Join us on Thursday 15th May, between 9:00am and 1:00pm, in the Chantry Centre Garden Area (outside the Health Hub) for a relaxed and welcoming drop-in session with our Mental Wellbeing Practitioners. We will have calming activities, helpful resources, and a friendly space to chat and connect. Everyone is welcome, and there is no need... Read more »
Life too hectic? Chill Out Tuesday offers an opportunity to find some downtime, to relax and meet new people. No obligation, no commitment - just a space to sit and chat. Find us at the Abbey Hall Lounge, through the arch by TSB towards the park - on the left hand side as the road... Read more »
Romsey Signal Box dates back to 1865 and is a working museum which gives an insight into the life of a railway signalman. Visitors can get a “hands on” experience by operating points, clearing signals and ringing bells to control a simulation of trains passing through Romsey. The site also has a visitor centre containing... Read more »
Tudor Rose celebrating 550 years �You are all invited to our special day, where there will be fun games, live music, raffle, bbq and much much more for all ages… Fancy dress prices for best dressed…
We have a great selection of plants provided by•Dobbies•Hilliers•Vigo/ Blake’s•Hairy Pots. Leckford Nurseries. Huntingdon Garden Supplier•Our own village Gardeners • Delicious bacon rolls supplied by the Eagle Inn with teas/ coffees provided by our wonderful WI..Raffle. Non plant stalls including Abbotts Ann Primary’s PTA Bottle stall Please join us on Saturday and bring any plant... Read more »
We aim to improve the lives of people living with dementia through Outreach – organising a range of groups and activities allowing people with dementia and their carers, to continue to socialise, stay active and enjoy themselves. Signposting – helping to provide a road map pre and post-diagnosis, working with other local and national organisations... Read more »
The Andover Gardening Fair is back for its third year, making for a great day out for all ages. Look forward to shopping for locally grown plants and garden accessories. Listen to live music, enjoy street food and take part in other activities throughout the day.
Open from 10am to 3pm, visitors will enjoy visiting a special plant market, featuring a variety of stalls from a number of local nurseries and organisations. Local businesses will also be selling a range of goods from plants and flowers to garden ornaments and eco-friendly products. Children will have fun participating in free activities... Read more »
This is a family-friendly event, packed with local organisations sharing vital information and offering guidance to anyone affected by dementia.There will be information from the following organisations:- Alzheimer's SocietyThe Princess Royal Trust For CarersStep Change DesignHeath and Independent Living SupportDriving Miss DaisyForever Young Dementia Day CareDementia Friendly HampshireFootner and Ewing LLPMy DentistCarers TogetherPortioned 4 U... Read more »
Discover the enchanting gardens of King John’s House. The garden tours offer a unique opportunity to explore the beauty and history of this historic site. 📅 Tour dates: Thursday 22 May, Thursday 19 June and Thursday 17 July, Thursday 21 August, Thursday 18 September at 10:30am. You can book online, tickets are £5
Join us to support youth provision in Nature at our annual fundraising event. Help us raise funds crucial to our charitable work, take part in a silent auction and a live bidding auction too. Enjoy a delicious supper along with drinks from the bar. Perhaps you’ll make another kind of donation, such as making a... Read more »
Hal term events taking place Elmer Day! Saturday 24th May Activities: 10am-4pm, drop in Stories: 11am Storytime - Fairy Tales Tuesday 27th May, 11am Fantastical Fairy Tales* - Crafts and Activities Tuesday 27th May, 2-3pm, £2 per child https://shop.hants.gov.uk/.../fantastical-fairy-tales... Stay and Play Thursday 29th May, 12 - 4pm Construction Club Friday 30th May, 10am -... Read more »
To celebrate 200 years of the passenger railway, we've hidden trains all around the museum, each with it's own railway fact. Can you find them all?Included with annual ticket.
Half term week there will be marble and maze-themed activities every weekday from 10am to 12:30pm! Enjoy the half term trail with fun puzzles and interactive challenges to earn a busy bee reward sticker. On Sunday 25 May and Thursday 29 May, Models for Heroes are hosting model-making sessions from 10am to 3pm. Create and... Read more »
The return of Andovers heart pounding, breath taking, white knuckling event returns for its third year!! This adrenaline fuelled day is free to attend but will be taking donations and raising funds for local charity Koala
Taking place Bank Holiday 26th May Outside Town Mills Anton Rotary proudly present our Annual Duck Race. Starting at 12noon and running until around 4pm. Races will take place from 1pm
Looking for an action-packed holiday camp for your child? Active Camps is Ofsted Registered and offers high-quality, fun-filled multi-activity camps for ages 4-14 years! Every day is an adventure with sports, arts & crafts, team challenges, and even special WOW activities like archery tag, inflatables, quad biking, or go-karts! Dates: Tuesday 27th May – Friday... Read more »
FREE family-fun at the RLC Museum this half-term, whatever the weather Put the RLC Museum on your 'must visit' list this half-term holiday and enjoy our excellent, all-weather attraction. Make your own bunting flag to add to the 500 on display Defuse a bomb Make and test your own parachute See Monty's D-Day Rolls-Royce Watch the cinema show See if you can... Read more »
Join Brilliant Bricks for some fun and imaginative building with LEGO. 10.30am session: we are off on an Underwater Adventure, discovering new animal and plant life at the bottom of the Mariana Trench. 1pm session: Space - our mission is to get a new solar system to discover whether there is life out there in the universe. Build the... Read more »
Looking for a new job or career opportunity?Head to Crosfield Hall in Romsey on Thursday 29 May from 10am to 12.30pm for the next Romsey Job Fair.Meet local employers offering positions in retail, admin, warehouse and logistics, construction, and more.Discover local training opportunities, get information about support and employment programs, and receive valuable career and... Read more »
Get ready to dive into a day of wild, muddy, and magical fun! Join us for Freshwater Adventures, where you'll become a real nature explorer. Grab your nets and trays for an exciting Pond Dip—scoop up slippery newts, zooming water boatmen, and all sorts of wiggly wonders hiding beneath the surface. Then, let your imagination... Read more »
Sessions take place on the same day and time each week and will cover a range of different topics. This will include healthy eating, physical exercise and long‑term behaviour change classes, to help you build a healthier lifestyle.
Mini-Con is back for its 3rd year! Entry for pre booked tickets is 10:00. For everyone else it’s 10:30. The event ends at 16:30. You must book a ticket for all attendees, including under 5’s. Your email receipt is your entry ticket, you will not be sent anything, please bring a printed copy or show... Read more »
June's meet-up is set to be an exciting and energizing event, all about the fantastic benefits of outdoor activities for both mental health and physical well-being. Get ready for a fun-filled morning as we dive into five thrilling areas: First up, we'll explore how being outdoors can boost your mood and melt away stress. Next,... Read more »