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
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 »
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 »
The Garden Show at Broadlands this summer provides an excellent opportunity to explore all that summer planting has to offer, the show will be set over three days and feature specialist growers, garden related goods, artisan designs, homeware products, fashion accessories & delicious country foods. There will also be talks, demonstrations, activities for young &... Read more »
Join Purple Oak Support for a fun-filled evening of virtual horse racing and fundraising at The Central Club in Andover on Friday 6th June at 7:00pm. This exciting charity event, hosted by KJC Disco, promises a night of entertainment and community spirit – all in support of a great cause. Tickets are priced at £20,... Read more »
Explore a variety of stalls offering crystals, spiritual gifts, handmade crafts, holistic products, and more. Â Connect with gifted readers for tarot, angel readings, and mediumship insights. Â Relax with expert therapists offering massages, reiki, and other wellness treatments. Â Enjoy delicious food and drinks served all day. Â FREE ENTRY & a chance to win fabulous prizes in... Read more »
Head to Romsey Town Hall this Saturday for a day of holistic wellbeing and handcrafted delights. Explore over 20 stalls featuring local artisans, natural remedies, and relaxing therapies. Celebrate the magic of the summer solstice with us!
Open Farm Sunday is a wonderful chance for farmers and the public to connect and explore the vital role farmers play in producing food, nurturing nature, and safeguarding the environment for future generations.
Young people aged 11-25 from Test Valley are invited to share their creative talents and try selling in an authentic environment at a special Young Traders Market in June. The market will take place alongside the monthly Second Sundays market on Andover High Street, on Sunday 8th June, enabling young entrepreneurs to benefit from a... Read more »
Come along and join Tink and Brellie for some pottery painting! Adults can join in too! Booking is now open on our website. £1 to secure your space and you pay for what you paint on the day!
Elements of Zen are providing massages at reduced price: https://elementsofzen.co.uk • £10 for 15 minutes • £15 for 20 minutes You can choose from the following massage options: Neck & shoulder massage Back massage Hand & arm massage Optional head massage You can also book the following free activities: Hair trim or simple style with... Read more »
Celebrate the start of the school holidays with lots of fun activities including T-shirt printing and playing junk instruments. It is looking like it could be a busy day for families with lots of free activities: PRINT a t-shirt or bag in the Chantry Centre with Berkshire Printmakers at the old O2 shop BEDAZZLE... Read more »
The third session in our wildflower project - Disappearing Wildflowers, we’ll be potting on young plants that will later bloom in the new meadow at Harmony Woods. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect with nature, and make a meaningful impact in our community. Bringing Kids... Read more »
Join us for a special event marking three decades of our stunning period gardens. Discover the fascinating history of their development, enjoy a plant sale, take guided garden tours, and much more!
Kimpton Village Fete, in aid of the Village Hall Maintenance. Entries for the Dog Show from 1pm, BBQ, Beer Tent, Raffle, Tombola, Tea and Cakes, Books and Bric a Brac, Games for all ages, Craft Stalls and much much more.
Good Festival is a day of family fun and music at Dummer Down Farm near Basingstoke on Sunday, 15th June. The festival is a celebration of the great outdoors, offering a multitude of activities for all ages. Enjoy bushcraft sessions, walk alpacas, test your agility with bubble football, join an interactive show about the Amazon... Read more »
We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming Charity Networking Event. Tea, coffee and pastries will be provided. The focus for this session will be on Corporate Business Support for Charities. We have 3 guest speakers in attendance answering the following questions: How can charities benefit from and partner with corporations? ~Â Richard from PwC.... Read more »
Get ready for The Thruxton Retro - a brand new festival weekend blending live music, entertainment, high-octane racing and a groovy 70s 'Superfunk' themed party, from 20-22 June. What’s in store? Live Music: With a showstopping set by BJÖRN AGAIN, The Internationals, Moonrider, Earth Wind for Hire, the 9 to 5 Show - Dolly Parton... Read more »
The 10@10 Late Night Walk is our flagship sponsored walk around Andover to raise vital funds for the Hospice. The walk starts at 10pm and you can take on the ten or five mile walk – hence 10@10! You are encouraged to wear neon, fluorescent and flashing accessories to shine through the night, remember those... Read more »
The Beardy Gardener, award-winning garden designer, broadcaster and mental health advocate, is hosting his inaugural Garden Gathering on Saturday 21 June 2025, at the picturesque Longstock Park Nursery on the Leckford Estate. This fundraising event supports Andover Mind’s ‘Garden for Mind’ initiative, a therapeutic green space dedicated to enhancing mental health and wellbeing. The Garden... Read more »
Fawley Armed Forces Day featuring Fawley Show returns to Gang Warily Recreation Centre. The show is in it’s 12 year and has become bigger each year. We want to give thanks to our Armed Forces Community and their families. Sponsored by ExxonMobil Fawley and Ministry of Defence. Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Flypast from a... Read more »
Andover Pride 2025 will take place on Saturday, 21st June 2025, from 12pm to 6pm at the Pocket Park in the town centre. Building on the incredible success of the first Pride event, this year promises to be even bigger and better, bringing together the LGBTQIA+ community, allies, and supporters for a vibrant, inclusive day... Read more »
FREE ENTRY – All Are Welcome! Romsey is coming alive this June with One Romsey, an unforgettable celebration of culture, unity, and diversity! Join us for a spectacular day of colour, creativity, and connection – a powerful showcase of the traditions, music, flavours, and stories that shape who we are as a community. Live music... Read more »
Local growing workshop Guest speakers Michaal Parker - Poppy Community Garden TVBC - food waste Andover Mind - Community Garden TVBC Green spaces officer - Community gardens and orchards
Free health & wellbeing events for all parents & carers who support or work with young people A free event FOR PARENTS AND CARERS to help families better understand the needs and difficulties that young people can face and how to manage potential issues/concerns they have about their young person. WHAT IS P.A.C.E? P.A.C.E. (Parent and... Read more »
Join us in Bradbury’s Restaurant for a cuppa and some party food. Plus fun activities and prizes, and free giveaways! Meet our friendly tech-savvy Digital Champions and find out about the help they offer. They love answering IT related questions and providing support to help people get online! For more information or to let us... Read more »
This is a one-day Hampshire CAMHS training event for anyone working with young people. This is a one-day training to enable Schools and Organisations to understand and to be confident in noticing and managing students that are possibly distressed/not coping/at risk. It would encourage and create School cultures of kindness, empathy and inclusion of everybody... Read more »
This walk is a chance for local service providers and community organisations to connect, chat, and walk shoulder to shoulder – no presentations or pressure, just open conversation and fresh air. We’re walking to break the silence around mental health, challenge stigma, and create safe, inclusive spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. We need... Read more »
Andover Armed Forces Day will return this year, honouring the UK's military personnel. The event, which will take place from noon to 6pm, will be held at Vigo Park, in Andover, on Saturday, June 28. Visitors can expect a historical tribute, including flypasts from the Joint Helicopter Command. The Historic Army Air Flight, featuring seven... Read more »
Come and relax in the surroundings of the farm whilst indulging in the very British tradition of afternoon tea. Served in our vintage tearoom, orchard gardens and farm barns, enjoy a great selection of delicious homemade sandwiches, cakes and scones, and of course plenty of coffee or tea. £20 per person Sittings at 2pm or... Read more »
This summer, we’re bringing a whole new world of excitement to young people with our immersive VR experiences — combining fun, education and a taste of the future. Our VR sessions are perfect for children aged 8–16 years, and no previous experience is needed. Whether they’re complete beginners or budding VR enthusiasts, everyone is welcome... Read more »
Come and join us at the beautiful water meadows by Fyfield’s 13th century church for games, activities, food, drinks, live music, a fun dog show and lots more!
Join us at Romsey Town Hall for Romsey’s War — a powerful exhibition marking 80 years since VE and VJ. Discover Romsey’s role in WWII and hear the stories that shaped a generation. 4–5 July | 10am–4pm Presented by the Romsey War Memorial Archive
A weekend of beer, live music and BBQ as GOODSTOCK!! returns this July! Taking place at The Clatford Arms in Goodworth Clatford, this two-day mini festival promises a fantastic line-up of local talent and summer vibes. Saturday 5th July: Under the Hill Rob Berry & The Deadbeat Lucy Loves Liquor Ohms Law The Showponies  Sunday 6th July:... Read more »
The arts and education charity, Play to the Crowd, has announced that Hat Fair – the UK’s longest running festival of Outdoor Arts – is back for another summer, this year on Saturday 5 July. The festival that takes place in Winchester city centre and which celebrated its fiftieth birthday in style last year will... Read more »
Bring the family and enjoy a traditional village fete. There will be a bouncy castle, a magic show, children’s pirate races, BBQ, teas and cakes, a dog show, many hand made items to buy and lots of other stalls and games. Free to enter.
A monthly meet for men to gather, make new friends, and enjoy a community breakfast! Kicking off the day, we’re excited to offer a pre-event walk to Knight’s Enham, starting from infront of Tesco. (TJ will meet you there at 9:45 am.) This scenic stroll is a perfect way to start the morning, help shake... Read more »