15 things to do year round in Hampshire covers art, markets, theatre and tours. We’re so lucky to have one of the largest UK theatres outside of London, spirited individuals who love sharing the county’s history through tours and places to visit for wholesome days out.
If you’re not sure what to do with your weekend here’s 15 of the ones I return to the most often. A curation of ideas that I hope might inspire a trip out across the county or to try something new.
Tried any of them or booked one of these experiences? Let me know in the comments.
Art
📌 John Hansard Gallery
📍 Southampton
👉 See the latest exhibition in the city centre.
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📌 Southampton City Art Gallery
📍 Southampton
👉 See the latest exhibition in the city centre.
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📌 The Sainsbury Gallery
📍 Basingstoke
👉 See the latest exhibition in the city’s old town hall and also visit the Willis Museum in the same building.
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📌 The Gallery at The Arc
📍 Winchester
👉 Part library, part art gallery, what’s not to love?!
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Markets
📌 Hampshire Farmer’s Markets
📍 Various locations across Hampshire: Alresford, Alton, Emsworth, Hamble, Petersfield, Ringwood, Romsey, Southsea and Winchester.
👉 Find out where and when the next Hampshire Farmer’s markets is to get yourself a haul of local produce.
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📌 Flo’s Markets
📍 Various locations across Hampshire: Porchester, Fareham, Gosport.
👉 Find out where and when the next Flo’s markets is to find makes from local creatives.
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📌 Love Southsea Markets
📍 Portsmouth & Southsea
👉 Find out where Lulu’s next market is on to find food and makes from local creatives.
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Shows
📌 Mayflower Theatre
📍 Southampton
👉 Book a ticket to shows from the West End and beyond for an evening of escapism.
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📌 National Theatre Live Screenings
📍 Various locations across Hampshire
👉 Catch world-class theatre performances from the National Theatre, broadcast live to local cinemas across Hampshire. Check your local cinema listings for details. The National Theatre shows both live and previously recorded shows. They’re great for easily adding a bit of culture to your week.
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📌 Theatre Royal
📍 Winchester
👉 All kinds of shows come to this theatre, book a ticket and have something to look forward to.
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Days out & experiences
📌 Hampshire’s National Trust Locations
📍 Various locations across Hampshire
👉 Explore Hampshire’s historic homes and local landscapes – it’s worth checking out their healthy events section.
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📌 Experience Hampshire Events
📍 Various locations across Hampshire
👉 Find a unique activity with these carefully created events highlighting the best of Hampshire.
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Tours
📌 Supernatural Tours
📍 Southampton, Winchester and Portsmouth
👉 Learn a bit of local history in these immersive ghostly storytelling tours of Hampshire’s biggest cities.
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📌 Winchester Walking Tours
📍 Winchester
👉 Learn the city’s rich history in these tours.
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📌 Winchester Cathedral Tours
📍 Winchester
👉 See behind the scenes at the stunning Cathedral.
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