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7 March Story Maker Session – Science
Gosport Discover centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT. Join in for stories and some scientific experimental fun crafts. Suitable for children aged 3-10 accompanied by an adult. 50p per ticket, limited numbers so please book in advance. 11am to 12noon.
7 March Outdoor Learning Experience We’ve scoured the area for local family events this March and April! We take great care in compiling our events guide, but please contact venues before you leave home as things can change. Throughout 2020 Horrible Histories Pirates
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Victory Gate HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, PO1 3LJ, 02392 987835 www.historicdockyard.co.uk/ events-by-date/event/1711-horrible-histories-pirates Let your little pirates loose as they captain their very own ship. This fun and light-hearted look at life onboard comes complete with eye patches, wooden legs and deadly armaments ready for you to take into battle with the enemy. Every day until 31 December 2020.
Until 26 September Mystery Warrior - The North Bersted Man
The Novium Museum, Tower Street, Chichester, PO19 1QH. www.thenovium.org/mysterywarrior Mystery Warrior: The North Bersted Man exhibition will explore the life, health and death of this fascinating man. It will attempt to explain some of the questions that have been raised by the circumstances of his burial. Visit the Novium Museum website to see the programme of free activities and events that accompany this exhibition.
Until 29 March Waking Up from Winter Trail Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, Petersfield, GU31 5QR. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/ dc7abe2b-8829-4f03-a72ce2651cd6fdda/pages/details
Enjoy a fun, outdoor trail at Uppark House and Gardens. From spring flowers blossoming to animals yawning after hibernation, nature is waking up all around the estate. The trail will take about 30 minutes and is suitable for tiny tots and older children. £2 per trail. Dress for the outdoors! 12 F amilies Solent East
5 March World Book Day
Gosport Discover centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT. Dress up as a character from your favourite book and join in for World book day with pop up stories during the day. Suitable for children aged 3-10 accompanied by an adult. FREE, no need to book but spaces are limited. 3.30 to 5pm
5 March Open Doors
Portsmouth High School, Kent Road, Southsea, PO5 3EQ, 02392 826714 www.portsmouthhigh.co.uk/opendoors-november-2019 See the school in action on a normal teaching day. Tour the school, drop-in on lessons and meet staff and the Headmistress informally over coffee. This event offers an ideal opportunity to find out more about the school and ask any questions you may have. No need to book, simply turn up on the day and receive a warm welcome. 9am - 11am.
6 March - 26 April South Downs Planetarium Spring Shows
South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre, Sir Patrick Moore Building, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8RP. 01243 774400 www.southdowns.org.uk/Events. html#nov Experience the magic of the night sky in comfort together with expert commentary by a professional astronomer. The full list of shows this spring from 6 March until 26 April can be found on the South Downs Planetarium website. Not suitable for children under 6 years old. Tickets must be booked in advance or by calling 01243 774400 or ticket hotline 07818 297292. The Planetarium is not open to casual visitors.
Portsmouth High School, 36 Kent Road, Southsea, PO5 3ES. 02392 824916. www.portsmouthhigh.co.uk/ outdoor-learning-experience Join the team from 10am to 12 noon in the spacious grounds for forest school, science, nature and art activities including animal tracking and treasure hunting. Activities are suitable for children aged 3 to 11 years. Register your interest via the website and find out more about outdoor learning for your daughter from Pre-School and beyond.
7 – 8 March Historic Life Weekend Brewing Through the Ages
Weald & Downland Living Museum, Chichester, PO18 0EU. 01243 811363 www.wealddown.co.uk/events/ historic-life-weekend-brewingthrough-the-ages-2/ There will be brewing demonstrations and displays relating to what would have been considered normal at different eras as well as looking at developments over time. Chat to experts, see demonstrations and displays as well as explore the Museum. 10.30am - 4.00pm.
8 March Paddington Bear's First Concert
Oaklands Catholic School, Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7BW. 02392 248058. www.oaklands.hants.sch.uk Magic, mystery and the story of a certain bear from Darkest Peru will all feature in Havant Symphony Orchestra’s family concert at Oaklands School, Waterlooville at 2.30pm. Bears must be accompanied by a child, and participation will be expected. Tickets are £5 per adult and £1 for every child. Further details can be found at www.havantorchestras.org.uk.
10 – 11 March Open Days
The Portsmouth Grammar School, High Street, Old Portsmouth, PO1 2LN. 02392 360036. www.pgs.org. uk/admissions/open-days/ An opportunity to see Portsmouth Grammar School in action. Hear from
The South Downs Planetarium in Chichester is an exciting place for people of all ages to visit. Sit back and relax. Get lost in our stunning fulldome images and breath-taking videos whilst our highly experienced and enthusiastic lecturers take you on a mind-blowing journey through space. The Planetarium is located to the south of the City of Chichester, by the campus of the High School. With its 100-seater auditorium, colourful displays and well-stocked sales kiosk, the Planetarium has something for would-be astronauts and stargazers aged 6 years and above. In conjunction with the new fulldome video system which produces stunning immersive images and video, our magnificent star projector projects nearly 4500 stars and other celestial objects onto the dome above your head. The Planetarium puts on new public shows every month including during the school holidays. There is free car parking adjacent to the Planetarium building, easy access for the disabled, and it is only a short walk from rail and bus stations. The Planetarium operates throughout the year but is not open every day and we regret that casual callers cannot be accommodated. For details of all upcoming shows and our opening hours, plus a map showing you how to find us, visit the Planetarium’s website at www. southdowns.org.uk. It is always advisable to book tickets in advance, as some shows sell out quickly. Just book and pay online with a credit or debit card or call 01243 774400 or 07818 297292 to reserve tickets and pay by cash or cheque only on the door on the day. the Head, Dr Anne Cotton, as well as being taken on a tour of the school by the pupils and having the opportunity to speak to teachers. Contact the Admissions team to attend. Junior School Tour Afternoon - Tuesday 10 March 2pm Pre-School Tour Afternoon - Wednesday 11 March 1.30pm Junior School Tour Morning - Tuesday 28 April 9.30am Junior School Tour Afternoon - Tuesday 9 June 2pm Pre-School Tour Afternoon - Wednesday 10 June 1.30pm
11 March Dragonflies Open Morning familiesonline.co.uk
