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Welcome to Southampton Welcome to the latest edition of The Southampton Pocket Guide, the official guide for getting the best out of your trip to the city. Whether you are here for an overnight business trip, a day in the city or you are staying for longer, we’ve got all the information you could need in a handy Pocket Guide filled with recommendations of #SOmething for you to try and ideas on how you can spend your time in Southampton. As a thriving hub of arts, culture and entertainment, a popular shopping destination, historic city and the Cruise Capital of Europe – there are plenty of activities to make your visit a memorable experience.
THERE ARE TOO MANY THINGS TO LIST! but if I had to say my favourite something about this city, it would be the local artists and creative minds who work together to bring the city to life. Jo Andrews, MD at The Marketing Collective and publisher of The Southampton Pocket Guide.
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More information, ideas and events can be found at www.discoversouthampton.com. So turn the pages and discover Southampton - you are sure to find SOmething whatever your interest.
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There are four itineraries as well as features about the heritage of the city – and highlights of the fun things going on in Southampton.
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Fancy winning a weekend stay in Southampton? Go to page 71 Walks, trails, sights and tales... the QE2 Mile
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the Titanic Trail
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the Old Town
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Southampton – A base for Exploration
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Southampton in Motion - transport links
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Staying in Southampton
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Venues Directory
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Plenty of events take place throughout the year showcasing Southampton’s culture, talent and maritime heritage. VISIT www.discoversouthampton.co.uk for a more up to date list of what’s on and SHARE your event experiences at The Southampton Guide www.thesouthamptonguide.com Follow on Twitter @Soton_Events Like on Facebook for regular COMPETITIONS and GIVEAWAYS @TheSouthamptonEventsGuide KEY
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Glow in the Park on Southampton Common. A choice of 5k or 10k run – an experience, not just a run! Registration FEE
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Southampton Solent University Open Days. Through February and March – check website for exact dates. Get a feel for the University by visiting the campuses. FREE Event
20th – 22nd Feb
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6th June
Holi One. Mayflower Park. Thousands of people, dressed in white, come together to share music, dance, performance art and visual stimulation. TICKET ENTRY
16th – 18th June
Seawork. Southampton Docks. Seawork is the largest European commercial marine exhibition held in a working port - ABP Southampton. Registration FEE
International Music Festival at The Courthouse Eastleigh. Celebrating diverse and rich music, culture and food from across the globe. FREE Event
21st June
Skyride. City Wide. A free, family mass participation cycling event taking place across the city on a traffic free route. FREE Event
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Festival of Urban Culture at The Courthouse Eastleigh. Best of local urban music, dance and street art. Performances, workshops and master classes – something for everyone. FREE Event
3rd & 4th July
Southampton University Open Days. Get a feel for the University by visiting the campuses at one of the Open Days. FREE Event
4th July
19th April
Vaisakhi. Vaisakhi celebrations in the city centre FREE Event
Pretty Muddy. Southampton Common. Get down and dirty by taking part in a Pretty Muddy Race for Life event this year. Registration FEE
23rd April
St. George’s Day Festival The Hub, City College. Community events across the city and a celebration evening at the Hub FREE Event
5th July
Race for Life. Southampton Common. Show cancer who’s boss by taking on a 5k or a 10k Race for Life event. Registration FEE
28th April – 4th May
Billy Smart’s Circus. at Mayflower Park. A dazzling combination of theatre, music and dance with amazing international artistes bringing a sensational mix of acrobatics, comedy, juggling, illusion and aerial feats including a gravity defying flying trapeze troupe. Ticket Entry
11th & 12th July
Let’s Rock. Southampton Common. The event is aimed at the whole family, with entertainment for everyone. TICKET ENTRY
11th July
26th April
ABP Southampton Half Marathon and 10K. City Wide. A fantastic event offering runners the choice of either a Half Marathon or 10km race, along closed roads through the heart of Southampton - a must for all ages and running abilities. Registration FEE
Southampton Mela Festival. Hoglands Park FREE family fun with an assortment of musical styles from South Asia and around the world – Indian Classical, Bollywood, Folk, World Music, Asian Fusion, Flamenco and Bhangra. FREE Event
4th & 5th Sept
Southampton University Open Days. Get a feel for the University by visiting the campuses. FREE Event
11th – 20th Sept
PSP Southampton Boat Show Mayflower Park. Largest on water Boat Show in Northern Europe. TICKET ENTRY
3rd & 4th Oct
Music in the City. Various Venues. Music in Unusual places returns and the free event attracts thousands of visitors over the weekend. FREE Event
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SO: to speak. Southampton’s Festival of Words. Events to bring written and spoken words alive. Performance, participation, competition, workshops and masterclasses. FREE Event
8th Nov
Remembrance Service. Cenotaph / Guildhall Square. Music in Unusual places returns and the free event attracts thousands of visitors over the weekend. FREE Event
3rd May
Three Queens in Southampton Southampton Docks Cunard’s 175th celebrations will start at its homeport of Southampton on 3 May 2015 when Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria will sail into Southampton together and depart later that day in formation. FREE Event
23rd & 24th May
Common People Festival Southampton Common. Brand NEW festival coming to Southampton! Common People will be a glorious two-day metropolitan festival, uniting all tribes under the Southampton sky, bringing the blithe spirit of Bestival right to the heart of the city. TICKET ENTRY
23rd May
Junk Department. Mayflower Park. One day live Music and DJ Music Event. TICKET ENTRY
I’ve only got a couple of hours in Southampton – where should I go?
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Rise and Shine – there’s plenty to fill your morning in Southampton. If you like to start the day with a spot of exercise, there are leisure centres, parks, swimming pools and the green expanse of Southampton Common where you can work up a sweat. Get Up and Get Fit The Quays Swimming and Diving Complex offers amazing facilities, featuring a first-class gym and two fitness studios, with a great family fun pool, complete with whirlpool and jets so kids will be occupied in the water for ages. Bitterne and Chamberlayne Leisure Centres also boast state of-the-art gym facilities and a wide range of indoor activities from swimming, gymnastics and racket sports to martial arts and exercise classes.
Park Life Southampton is the greenest city in Southern England. Located near to the Old Town are seven formal parks that were originally common land where the medieval townsfolk grew crops and grazed their animals. They were converted into elegant parks in the early Victorian period and today they provide the perfect space for a brisk morning walk away from the hustle and bustle of the waking city.
Child’s Play As well as plenty of space for children to run in, many of the parks have play areas and play parks, which guarantee a morning of fun. Hogland’s Park includes a large play area with sandpits. St. James Park, located in Shirley just outside the city includes a Young Play Area with towers, rope bridges, zipwire and water play area. During the summer, the paddling pool on Southampton Common is a popular location as is the Hawthorns Urban Wildlife Centre, a great family attraction.
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After all that activity, you are probably thinking about breakfast… If you are not eating breakfast in your hotel, check out the city’s many independent cafes and restaurants. Hallidays in Bedford Place has built a great reputation for its breakfasts, whilst the White Star Tavern in Oxford Street remains a favourite – be sure to try the drop scones with maple syrup and bacon. Banana Wharf, set in the heart of Southampton’s Ocean Village, is a stylish restaurant/bar with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere over looking the water. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner menus which blend oriental and tropical dishes with great seafood and classic favorites. The perfect spot for a sunny morning breakfast, reading the morning papers and looking our over the marina. No 4. Canute Road is a chic independent coffee (and wine) bar, which prides itself on serving great coffee as well as a buffet breakfast and great Sunday brunch.
Did you know? Southampton used to have a moat that was dug up the eastern side of the town, now called Back of the Walls and in the Tudor period known as the Ditches. The moat was controlled by a sluice which was beneath the main tower of God’s House. As well as being a method of defence, the ditches were also rented out to townsfolk who would pay for the right to fish in them.
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The Supermarine Spitfire was actually a private design! Reginald Mitchell, Chief Designer, was dissatisfied with the Air Ministries official specification which would have produced the Supermarine 224. Instead he created the revolutionary type 300 which was manufactured in Woolston, Southampton and became the Spitfire of which 20,334 were eventually produced locally.
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The museum also tells the story of Southampton as the gateway to the world with everyone from Roman traders bringing new merchandise, Saxon settlers setting up homes bringing in new trades and skills or Huguenot Protestants seeking refuge and Victorian industrialists with links across the British Empire.
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Southampton was deeply affected by the Titanic disaster with more than 500 households losing a family member. The exhibition tells the stories of many of those crew members who were on board for the ill-fated inaugural journey from Southampton. The centrepiece of this gallery features a 1:25 scale, interactive model of the Titanic, showing the intricate layout of the vessel.
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Based at the heart of Southampton, SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives and historic connections with Titanic and the sea.
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After a hearty breakfast, visit one of the city’s museums…
Tudor House Museum reveals more than 800 years of history under one roof. The city’s most important historic building is located at the heart of the Old Town. The timber-framed building facing St Michael’s Square was built in the late 15th Century, with King John’s Palace, an adjacent Norman house accessible from Tudor House Garden, dating back a further 300 years. Near to Ocean Village, Solent Sky Museum showcases the history of aviation in Southampton and Solent area. Geographically, the solent area was the most important area in the country, if not the world, for aircraft experimental and development work between 1908 and the late 1960s, the most famous being the Spitfire.
Stepping away from the crowds and into the open green spaces of the city is one of my favourite things about Southampton. With fantastic central parks and the expansive common you are never far from connecting with the outdoors. Matt Salvage – Southampton Resident & SoCo Music Project Director
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Visit Southampton’s
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Over 800 years of history in Southampton’s most historic house
Discover Southampton’s nautical past and our Titanic connections
Bugle Street, Southampton SO14 2AD 023 8083 4242 www.tudorhouseandgarden.com
If you like your history with a touch of drama look out for the street theatre productions from The Sarah Siddons Fan Club theatre group. From their popular Halloween & Christmas Ghost Walks to a range of summer productions linked to historic anniversaries. 2015 sees the 600th anniversary of Agincourt & The Southampton Plot. For more traditional walks of course The Southampton Tourist Guides run regular tours starting at the Bargate throughout the year.
Havelock Road, Southampton SO14 7FY 023 8083 3007
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WALK the QE2 Mile Stopping for coffee. As well as the major coffee house chains, Southampton has a growing number of independent cafes serving great coffee and offering a convivial atmosphere. Boulangerie Victor Hugo is a little piece of Paris in Southampton. A wonderfully ambient french-owned pattisserie serving traditional freshly baked pastries, desserts and lunches well as a range of teas and coffees. An authentic french as experience in the heart of the Old Town.
Taking inspiration from the timeless ideas of great food and of hospitality, Mettricks drink, warm welcomes and the best is Southampton’sSelection Independent Tealoose and Coffee House serving of 18 fine, leaf teas great coffee, tea and homemade cakes Margaret Speciality coffee, roasted in Sincluding outhampton Mettrick’s Chocolate Cake. Locally sourced, home made brunch & lunch
Home baked cakes cream teas & friendly The Allsorts Psychic Café is relaxed, and a universal meeting place in the heart of Southampton. They have 117 High Street, OLD TOWN, Southampton SO14 a2AA selection of home cooked vegetarian & vegan food, snacks, @mettrickscoffee 023 8071 0583 www.mettricks.co.uk homemade cakes, juices and the largest selection of teas in the city!
Selection of 18 fine, loose leaf teas Speciality coffee, roasted in Southampton Locally sourced, home made brunch & lunch Home baked cakes & cream teas
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The QE2 Mile runs through the heart of the city from the Cenotaph down to the waterfront at Town Quay, linking the city’s parks, new Cultural Quarter, shopping High Street, Old Town and historic waterfront. As the most visited part of the city, there will always be something to discover. Start your walk from Brunswisk Place and take in the delights of some of the city’s prettiest parks – don’t miss the Titanic memorial opposite the Cenotaph (see page 26 for details of the Titanic Trail). You will pass by the majestic O2 Guildhall Southampton which hosts many of the biggest names in music and comedy. Also in Guildhall Square, you will see the new Southampton Arts Complex which will be a stunning arts complex opening in 2016. Oppostite in Sir James Matthew Building, check out the modern masterpieces on view at Solent University’s contemporary art space – Solent Showcase. Continuing southwards you reach the main shopping thoroughfare with access to The Marlands and WestQuay shopping centres. The Bargate is one of the most distinctive buildings in Southampton and you can pass through its historic arch on the way to the old town. More independent shops can be found in East Street. Holyrood church is another distinct landmark as you make your way to Town Quay and the end of the QE2 mile. It was bombed in WW2, the ruin now holds memories you can experience through sound posts. The 13 tonne anchor from Southampton’s famous cruise liner, QE2 takes pride of place infront of the church which is dedictated to the sailors of the Merchant Navy. As you approach the waterfront and near the end of the QE2 Mile, on your right hand side you will see where archaeologists uncovered the Medieval Mayor’s Wine Vault and the home of Walter le Fleming– the richest man in Southampton at the time and immortalised in a bronze statue on the modern walkway linking the medieval walls close to WestQuay Shopping Centre.
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Stopping for lunch Whether it’s a quick sandwich, hot snack or a more leisurely affair, the city offers a wealth of alternatives.
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The Olive Tree in the cosmopolitan area of Oxford Street is famous for its fresh fish specials and seafood dishes.
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In Bedford Place, Pucinella offers fresh and traditional italian dishes full of flavour. Whilst Southampton’s original Mexican restaurant; Cantina is full of latin flair with regular lunchtime offers. Ennios is a 100-seater restaurant located on the ground floor of a lovingly converted Victorian warehouse. The restaurant is famous for traditional homemade cuisine and was voted among the top ten Italian restaurants in the country in the Bertolli Spread Olive D’Oro and BBC Good Food campaign. Open for lunch and dinner Ennio’s offers the taste of a traditional Ristorante. The Art House, in above Bar is Southampton’s only communityrun Independent Art Gallery, venue, bar and Café. Enjoy lunch, tea, coffee or supper in inspiring surroundings. Meals and cakes are freshly prepared on site and mostly organic. A unique experience you will not want to miss!
Discover and uncover more… Visitors to Southampton are often surprised to discover the city has some of the most impressive medieval walls in the UK. The best way to see the walls and soak up the history is to go on a guided walk which will uncover some gems that aren’t always open to the public. You’ll have the chance to visit medieval vaults, some of which served as air raid shelters during the Second World War, and one which experts believe was the ‘Harrods of its day.’ On a guided walk you can walk along the top of part of the third longest original uninterrupted stretch of medieval defensive walling of any other town or city in Great Britain and get the opportunity of climbing the highest remaining tower. You will also be shown architectural ‘medieval wall’ features not to be seen anywhere else in Great Britain.
The Art House is the place to go for organic veggie and vegan dishes. Amazing tasting in a unique and quirky venue. HERE’S A QUICK RECAP IF YOU ONLY HAVE THE MORNING IN SOUTHAMPTON...
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To find out more about the city’s heritage, join one of the many guided walks. The Southampton Tourist Guides Association Walks bring the past to life with fascinating historical facts, these are often morning walks (see page 23 for details). Alternatively, afternoon walks are offered by See Southampton who provide informative and entertaining public and private historical walking tours in the City and outlying districts.
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Pilgrim Fathers In 1620 the Pilgrims chartered the Mayflower to sail to the New World to escape religious oppression in England. They also bought a smaller boat the Speedwell, which was originally built in Southampton. Southampton was chosen as the rendezvous point for the voyage to America. The Mayflower sailed from London with about 70 people on board and arrived in Southampton about the 29th July where others joined her. The Speedwell was being refitted in Holland and began its journey on 1st August from Delft Haven near Rotterdam with less than 50 passengers aboard. On arrival at Southampton the ship had to have another refit at West Quay with money the Pilgrims could ill afford. As a result the group had to sell some of their belongings, food and stores, to pay Southampton its harbour and other dues. The party from both ships spent nearly two weeks in Southampton. At least one Southampton resident, John Alden, joined the emigrants as a cooper and it is possible that other Southampton families joined the Pilgrims at this time. The Speedwell and the Mayflower eventually sailed from Southampton for the New World on the 15th August 1620. Unfortunately The Speedwell begun to leak and was deemed too unreliable to attempt the crossing so all the people and stores transferred to the Mayflower. Southampton looks forward to commemorating the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrim Fathers leaving the city in 2020.
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Jane Austen She may only have lived in the city for two years but Jane Austen certainly left her mark. Her family moved to Southampton following the death of her father and they eventually settled in a “commodious oldfashioned” house in Castle Square. Just imagine ... in Jane Austen’s day at high tide the water would have lapped at the town walls on Western Esplanade (where the WaterMark development will be built) and there would have been views of the busy shipping channels and port. This is believed to have inspired the lines from Mansfield Park - “the effects of the shadows pursuing each other on the ships at Spithead and the island beyond, with the ever varying hues of the sea, now at high water, dancing in its glee and dashing against the ramparts ...” Austen fans will be fascinated to learn the family house was believed to stand where the Juniper Berry pub can now be found in Upper Bugle Street. The Austens took boat trips on the River Itchen to see warships being built at Northam and the Gothic ruins of Netley Abbey. Jane went to dances in Southampton, including some in the upstairs rooms of the Dolphin Hotel, where she celebrated her eighteenth birthday. The décor may have changed over the years but you can still stand in the Southampton Mercure Hotel as it is known today and soak up the atmosphere of days gone by.
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WALK The Titanic trail Southampton will forever be associated with the name of RMS Titanic. The pride of the White Star line began her ill-fated journey from Southampton taking hundreds of local residents with her as members of her crew. 2012 marked the centenary of the tragic sinking of the ship and it was the year Sea City Museum opened its doors to the public. START your Titanic trail at SeaCity Museum and explore the city’s historic connections with the ship. >> When you leave the museum, head for Above Bar Street and the ornate Titanic Engineer Officers’ Memorial in East Park (opposite the Cenotaph) Unveiled in 1914 featuring a sevenfoot high angel. >> Head down the QE2 Mile to Holy Rood Church and see the Titanic Crew Memorial, which was paid for by the subscriptions of friend and family of the crew. >> Oxford Street is where to head to next, passing the former Sailors Home (now Salvation Army Centre) Stop in The Grapes pub, which dates to the 1850’s. Four members of the Titanic’s crew, including three brothers named Slade who famously stayed too long on the morning of the ship’s departure. They arrived at the quayside as the ship was about to leave and were refused entry. >> Close by is the impressive South Western House, formally a hotel where many of the wealthy guests stayed the night before the Titanic sailed. The Grand Café is situated in this historic building and a perfect stop for refreshments and to soak up the atmosphere of a bygone era. >> Finally, walk down Canute Road to Canute Chambers, the former headquarters of the White Star Line, and see where Southampton families anxiously gathered to await news of their loved ones. The full trail can be downloaded at www.discoversouthampton.co.uk
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SOUTHAMPTON TOURIST GUIDES ASSOCIATION Public Heritage Walks Programme
(Western Walls and Vaults) Starts from THE BARGATE MONUMENT in the city centre and lasts 1½ hrs. JANUARY TO APRIL MAY, JUNE & JULY
- Every Saturday and Sunday at 11am. - Every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 11am. AUGUST ............Specialist Walks programme see below!............ SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER - Every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 11am. NOVEMBER & DECEMBER - Every Saturday & Sunday at 11am. Why not join our Bank Holiday Heritage Walks from THE BARGATE MONUMENT at 11:00am (excluding Christmas Day) throughout the year.
SPECIALIST PUBLIC WALKS : AUGUST ONLY at 11am. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
| Southampton During World War 2 | Perils & Plots | Southampton’s Vaults (a selection) | The Titanic Trail : Please note that this particular walk starts from Holy Rood Church (corner of Bernard St. & High St.) | Medieval Churches & The Friary | Jane Austen’s Southampton & The Spa Period | Western Walls and Vaults
Please note that this programme may change from time-to-time. Please visit www.stga.org.uk/calendar for latest details. COST: £4pp ($7.50 US; €5) – Accompanied Young Persons Under 16 Free. Tickets from Guide (cash only please). Southampton Tourist Guides Association is the longest running tour guiding organisation in Southampton, having been established since 1976 We also offer a wide range of PRIVATE WALKS, TALKS, COACH GUIDING and PORT ASSISTANCE FACILITIES.
Please visit www.stga.org.uk or Call 023 8057 1858 (9am – 5pm) for more details
Did you know? Houdini first performed his famous Water Torture trick at the Hippodrome in Southampton.
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Southampton ranks in the top ten of shopping destinations within the UK and being easy to reach by road, rail, air and sea, there’s simply no excuse not to shop ‘til you drop. Above Bar is a good place to start your shopping experience with well known High Street stores and the home for several city centre events such as Chinese New Year celebrations (February), International Food Festival (September) and International Christmas Market (November and December). WestQuay is the premier shopping centre destination on the south coast, offering more than 100 stores under one roof including top quality brands, department stores such as John Lewis and M&S, as well as a top floor filled with quality eating outlets including Pizza Express and Wagamama. The Marlands Shopping Centre has specialist boutiques, multiple chains including The Disney Store, designer outlets, and cafes and restaurants. With over 64 inspirational room sets across four floors, IKEA Southampton is a magnet for stylish home owners looking for good value home furnishing products. West Quay Retail Park is a large‘out of town’ store experience in the heart of the city centre and within walking distance of WestQuay and Marlands. Bedford Place has a delectable mix of individual shops, boutiques and a creative vibe that keeps you coming back for more. East Street, High Street and Queensway offer an excellent array of specialist shops; with Southampton’s street market locating itself close to the Bargate monument every Friday and Saturday.
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Afternoon tea WestQuay Shopping centre has some great places to stop for tea on the go. The John Lewis store has a rooftop cafe offering panoramic views and the top floor food court in the shopping centre has plenty of variety. The Grand Café near Oxford Street was once Southampton’s grandest hotel, used by 1st Class passengers of the ill fated Titanic. The former Wedgewood Ballroom is now home to a stunning bar, bistro and restaurant. Enjoy a delicious traditional Afternoon Tea of fresh cut sandwiches, scones with clotted cream & preserves, cup cakes, seasonal fruit, chef’s petits fours of the day and a choice of teas from around the world. Available from 2.30pm - 5.00pm. (Pre-booking essential.) ChariTeas Tearooms is a family run traditional tearoom’s with a wonderful Edwardian tea lounge that will make you feel as though you have stepped back in time. Their specialties lie in afternoon and high teas, freshly prepared food, freshly baked scones and our delicious cakes.
Gelaterias & ice-cream parlours – not just for a hot sunny day! A relatively new phenomena in the city, icecream parlours are proving a popular place to chill. Sprinkles was the first on the scene with a mouthwatering range of icecreams and sorbets from early morning to late at night.They now have two parlours – a new one in the city centre in Above Bar Street. Tootis Gelato Bar is a cool alternative in Bedford Place offering scrummy artisan icecream creations, cocktails and more. In the High Street there is also Arties Ice Cream Factory where they create 24 flavours on the premises. Scoops Gelato in Portswood is a bright and lively dessert parlour with fresh Italian gelato and sorbets, which are hand-made daily on site.
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Be a Culture Vulture Art is at the heart of Southampton’s cultural life and the city is proud of its superb collection of works of art.
REVIEWS, PLACES, NOSH, ARTS, FACES Culture blog for Southampton and beyond.
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Southampton City Art Gallery, an internationally renowned regional gallery, is home to one of the best publicly-owned collections in the UK outside of the capital. The gallery provides a broad programme of exhibitions and stunning collections ranging from 14th century works to the present day.
HA HA Gallery is a contemporary art space on the historic Old Northam Road in Southampton which opened in May 2014 to showcase he newest and wildest art talents to the people of Southampton. Opening hours during exhibitions are Friday Sunday, 12 - 5 PM, or by appointment.
The John Hansard Gallery at the University of Southampton is one of the best places in the city to view contemporary visual art. John Hansard Gallery is one of Britain’s leading public galleries of contemporary visual art. Part of the University of Southampton, the gallery supports, develops and presents work by outstanding artists from across the world. It is a place to visit for extraordinary experiences, where you can see and think about the world differently.
Solent Showcase is the first major addition to Southampton’s emerging cultural quarter and is situated on the new city square, near the Civic Centre and the City Art Gallery. Solent Showcase features contemporary visual art that encourages engagement, discussion and participation with the whole community. Solent Showcase supports up-and-coming artists to provide examples of the best contemporary art, inspiring both students and a wider audience. Southampton City Art Gallery
Their programme consists of five exhibitions per year alongside innovative off-site projects in other citywide locations. The Art House gallery and cafe in Above Bar features a range of work by local artists with regular workshops and events.
The fantastic art galleries and inspiring exhibitions are something I love about Southampton. And the fact that they are free is even better and they run great workshops during the school holidays. Anna Hales - Discover Southampton Manager
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Did you Know? In the summer of 1415, 600 years ago this year, Henry V was gathering his ships and his army in Southampton ready to invade France prior to his great victory at Agincourt. Southampton Water and the Solent were crowded with 1500 ships and over 9000 men preparing to leave for France.
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WORLD-CLASS CONTEMPORARY ART IN SOUTHAMPTON FOR ALL
Lose yourself in the art.
Just fifteen minutes from Southampton city centre, we’re based on the University of Southampton’s picturesque Highfield Campus. Southampton City Art Gallery Civic Centre, Southampton SO14 7LP 023 8083 3007 www.southampton.gov.uk/art
Nowhere in Southampton is scattered with more hidden gems than the Old Town – from the Duke of Wellington and the Platform Tavern for a real ale, the peace of the medieval walls and vaults open just a few times a year, and views of an historic waterfront that witnessed the departure of the Pilgrim Fathers and Titanic, yet still works hard to earn its keep. You sometimes need a touch of imagination to join up the dots – but it’s well worth it.
At the Gallery you can discover exhibitions by today’s most inspiring artists, plus a range of talks, tours and creative activities for all ages. Also, our shop stocks a great range of art books, magazines, gifts and cards. Find out more at www.hansardgallery.org.uk or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
John Hansard Gallery University of Southampton Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ
Tel: 023 8059 2158 Open Tuesday to Friday: 11–5 Saturday: 11– 4 / Admission Free
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A Watch the Ships go by Mayflower Park is the place where you can get up close to the liners with special events taking place throughout the year to celebrate the naming and arrival of new ships. From Town Quay, you can pick up the Hythe Ferry to the waterside village of Hythe via the famous Victorian pier and the world’s oldest working pier train. The promenade is among the best vantage points for viewing the ships. Weston Shore looks out across Southampton Water and is a popular site to watch the shipping movements and also provides a great start for walks along the water’s edge. Further east is Royal Victoria Country Park where the beach at the park offers an ideal vantage point for viewing cruise liners before they pass Hamble Point and head towards the Solent.
(official Guinness World Record) and after the short ride of 640 metres (2,100 feet) you will have travelled along one of the ten longest piers in the British Isles.
Lazing on a sunny afternoon… Maritime Southampton isn’t just about the big ships. The city’s waterfront developments and marinas offer wonderful opportunities to sit back and relax and watch the sumptuous yachts go by. Ocean Village has outstanding recreational facilities for yachtsmen as well as trendy bars and restaurants beside the water. It is from here that many of the major sailing and speedboat events take place throughout the year. Further upstream on the River Itchen is Shamrock Quay, a bustling marina steeped in history.
Southampton is home to the oldest active cargo-passenger steamship in Europe, the SS Sheildhall, with a cruise programme running between May and September.
One of the best wats to view the cruise ships is to join them on the water. See and experience the splendour of Southampton and The Solent with Blue Funnel Cruises. Offering a variety of day cruises including Harbour Tours, River Cruises, Solent Cruises and Sailaways, where you can enjoy a freshly prepared basket meal as you sail past each ship hearing a full commentary on their history and schedule and then accompanying them as they leave port up Southampton Water. The Hythe Ferry sails right past the berth of Queen Victoria, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth when at home, offering a unique and close up experience of the magnificent liners. Arriving at Hythe Pier, board the World’s Oldest Pier Train
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The Steamship Shieldhall is the largest working steam ship in Britain, serving as a tribute to Britain's maritime heritage. In 2013 we did a fantastic performance onboard, and you too can experience the golden age of steam by visiting her in Southampton’s Dock Gate 4. www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk Jack Lewis, John Hansard Gallery
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Visit Southampton the cruise capital of Europe with the Hythe Ferry and Pier Train Sail to Southampton with the Hythe Ferry and get up close to the visiting Ocean Superliners. Explore the Port of Southampton, taking in the sights and sounds strolling along one of the Self-Guided Trails, walking the line of England’s best-preserved medieval walls that encircle Southampton’s Old Town, the QE2 Mile and Titanic Trail. Departures every 30 minutes from Hythe Pier to Town Quay, Southampton.
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Did you know? Did you know that the ‘Grace Dieu’ was launched in 1418 as the greatest flagship of Henry V of England and her remains are still in the River Hamble at Bursledon near Southampton. www.hamblevalley.com for maritime memories of the Hamble River.
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My favourite place is the Royal Victoria Country Park, perfect place for a lovely walk, the children to enjoy the play ground and then watch the ships come in and out of port.
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If you are here on a business trip or staying overnight before you join a cruise ship, here’s how to get the most out of an evening in Southampton. Around the world in a city of flavour… Southampton is home to a great range of themed pubs, designer cafes and restaurants; no matter your appetite or your bank balance, there is something for everyone. Beach-bar-style eateries in Portswood & Above Bar, Mango Thai is known for their intimate charm and vibrant atmosphere, Mango offers a great selection of wine and beer plus holidaythemed cocktails and delicious home-made Thai Tapas. Gusto Lounge Bar & Bistro is at the heart of Southampton’s cultural centre and perfect for a pre- theatre dinner if stopping for a show at the Mayflower theatre. The casual Lounge Bar offers an ‘All Day’ menu served on a walk in basis, whilst the Bistro serving traditional Italian dishes offers a more formal dining experience.
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The business hub of the city enjoys a great selection of independent restaurants and bars. If you want a quick bite to eat then authentic Mexican food at the Cantina Restaurant and superb Greek food at the Fat Fig are great offerings. A new venue located in popular Bedford Place, Shrimp and Burger Co. has a mouth-watering burger and seafood menu. The ‘quirky’ décor of a Louisiana café is welcoming and cosy. The burgers are fresh and homemade and the shrimp menu includes warming chowder and gumbo dishes. Yuzu Lounge is one of the most popular meet and greet destinations in Southampton in the busy Bedford Place area of the city. Yuzu is a relaxing daytime venue and an ideal meeting place, which in the evenings transforms to offer a smart contemporary bar and late night venue.
Oxford Street There is a wealth of choice on offer in Oxford Street but whether you fancy a great cup of coffee or a chilled glass of wine, The White Star Tavern is a guaranteed winner with a wonderful atmosphere. A huge range of restaurants from La Esquina to the ever popular OliveTree, Chimichanga, Simon’s at Oxfords and Cargo all promising you a lovely finish to your evening. Visit www.oxfordstreetsouthampton.co.uk
Below Bar & Old Town The livelier side of Southampton is seen Below Bar with a mix of popular bars and pubs and new restaurants that are consistently gaining accolades. Eating out is easy, with options as varied as the Japanese Zen restaurant, the spectacular Coriander Lounge, Rancho Steak House and La Lupa on the High Street.
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Stage struck in Southampton For theatre lovers, Southampton offers a range of large and small stages where a wide variety of musicals, dance, comedy, traditional and contemporary theatre entertain.
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WALK The Old Town Fancy a stroll? If you want to build up your appetite and see a little bit of the city before nightfall, why not take a stroll through the Old Town.
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The Old Town has over 90 listed buildings and more than 30 ancient monuments, with medieval wine vaults, an array of medieval churches, and fine Georgian houses and hotels.
The Nuffield Theatre at the University of Southampton is equally renowned for the quality and variety of its programme,hosting performances from Shakespeare to contemporary drama. Further afield, The Point in Eastleigh is the region’s leading venue for contemporary dance and performance offering a host of entertainment including theatre, film and live music.
Start out from the section of city wall near to WestQuay on Castle Way and walk south until you reach a turning on the left called Simnel Street. Follow the road and turn Bugle Street where you will see the striking black and white exterior of the Tudor House Museum opposite St Michael’s Church. Carry on down the street admiring the architecture of some of Southampton’s most attractive houses. You will see the Duke of Wellington pub on your left (in the summer it is a vision with an abundance of hanging baskets). Opposite the pub is Westgate Street follow this down and see the historic Cloth Hall. Cut through Westgate and turn right past the Pig in the Wall and follow the route back to where you started close by WestQuay Shopping centre.To find out more about the city’s heritage be sure to join a See Southampton guided walk, turn to page 19.
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The Mayflower Theatre in Commercial Road is the largest theatre in Southern England and regularly hosts West End shows, musicals and national opera and ballet companies.
5pm - 6pm Stroll the Old Town
The Berry Theatre in Hedge End offers innovative programming to the local community but its appeal is broad as a result of its artistic provision and outstanding drama whilst The Hub theatre at Southampton City College offer first class drama delivered by leading companies with a mix of raw local talent as part of the mix. The Stage Door is Southampton’s finest fringe theatre showing cabaret, stand-up comedy, plays, musicals, children’s theatre and much more – with Backstage Bar & Bistro downstairs, serving wonderful cuisine & cocktails. A great bew venue for a show, a delicious dinner, a cheeky cocktail or all of the above!
Cinema in Southampton You will find an Odeon IMAX Cinema at Leisure World on West Quay Road with 13 screens. While at Ocean Village there is a Cineworld and close by is Harbour Lights, a Picturehouse cinema where you can watch foreign and independent films as well as some of the most popular current films.
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The Mayflower theatre play host to some wonderful touring shows...
We are the biggest theatre on the south coast. Our aim is to bring a diverse range of shows to Southampton, presenting a mixture of spectacular touring musicals - many direct from the West End – to dance, opera, drama, ballet and comedy. We offer lots of different ways for as many people to get involved as possible, from show insights and theatre tours to youth and community projects.
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...and their ‘Ovation’ restaurant is excellent – a great night out. The Orange Rooms in Bedford Place do some great cocktails too!” Julianne Watling- McCarthy, Artistic Director at The Stage Door
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The Juniper Berry in Upper Bugle Street is a traditional pub located within the Old Walls of the City of Southampton, it is built in the same location as the residence of the Author Jane Austen who lived at this address for a short while.
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Set in the medieval walls of Southampton the Platform Tavern is a unique and tasteful sanctuary, serving their own beer which is brewed on-site, and food that is a cut above your regular pub fare.
The Alexandra Beer Emporium is a traditional pub just off London Road. Whilst it may look like your average local pub from the outside, inside this popular boozer has an impressive collection of cult film memorabilia across the walls. The Grapes on Oxford Street is one of Southampton’s most historic pubs and, famously, a backdrop to the film Titanic, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslett. As a popular hostelry during 1912, The Grapes was a favourite amongst Titanic crew and passengers alike. There are numerous pictures and memorabilia of the times across the walls.
Did you know? The Duke of Wellington pub was originally built upon Norman vaults and cellars in 1220 and the building became a pub in 1494.
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Music everywhere, every type, every night: Turner Sims, Talking Heads, the Brook, the UK’s best small venue The Joiners, Lennons, the Platform, the Arthouse and a host of music pubs. So many places to go, people to see, and lots of local and upcoming talent too.
Taking place on the Bank Holiday weekend of 23rd and 24th May, and set on Southampton Common, Common People will be a glorious two-day metropolitan festival, uniting all tribes under the Southampton sky. Curated and organised by Rob Da Bank and his team, they will be bringing the blithe spirit of Bestival right to the heart of the city.
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Music in the City in October is a showcase aimed at promoting the rich diversity of local musical talent and well worth checking out.
Music in the City A vibrant network of pubs,clubs, theatres and studio venues mean live music can be enjoyed at venues throughout the city. Turner Sims is one of the finest music venues in the country. With a programme that includes classical, jazz, folk and world music, it attracts internationally renowned performers such as Courtney Pine, Nicola Benedetti, Hugh Masekela, and the Vienna Piano Trio. O2 Guildhall Southampton is the city’s largest multi-functional venue, situated in the city’s Cultural Quarter in the heart of the city centre. Hosting some of the biggest names in music from Pink Floyd & David Bowie to The Killers, The Kaiser Chiefs, Adele and Craig David! The Brook in Portswood is also a great intimate venue where you can get up close and personal with the bands, while Talking Heads is well known for its open mic nights, comedy and staging an eclectic mix of music. A number of restaurants and bars host live music nights including the White Star Tavern, the London Hotel, Mettricks and Grand Café on Oxford Street, Pulcinella’s in Carlton Place and Chambers on London Road.
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SoCo Music Project presents an exciting new music and arts space in Eastleigh. The Courthouse is home to a number of inspiring arts partners and throughout 2015 we’ll be offering a vibrant programme of events, workshops and exhibitions.
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A base for Exploration Southampton is a great base for discovering South Hampshire where family attractions, national parks and waterside villages are waiting to be discovered.
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Excellent road, rail and public transport services allow further exploration from this well-connected city. Enjoy shopping, local architecture and Romsey Abbey in the beautiful Market Town of Romsey, just ten miles north of Southampton and home to Mottisfont Abbey, Sir Harold Hiller Gardens and the family theme park, Paultons Park featuring the popular Peppa Pig Theme Park. Only fifteen miles west of Southampton is the New Forest, a national park of open heath, ancient woodlands and plenty of family attractions such as Exbury Gardens with its Steam Railway and the New Forest Wildlife Park. New for 2015, the National Motor Museum’s Motorsport display takes you on a fascinating tour through motor racing history both on road and track, featuring some of the earliest racing cars to modern F1 machines. Take a Red Funnel ferry or the Red Jet to the Isle of Wight for a day visit or relaxing break. The stunning island destination is a short distance from Southampton with unspoilt scenery and a wealth of family attractions To the east and approximately 25 miles from Southampton lies the historic waterside city of Portsmouth, home to the Historic Dockyard and Britain’s tallest viewing tower, the Spinnaker Tower. For an amazing experience on your radar! Go onboard the surviving WW2 era submarine, HMS Alliance at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum and meet a submariner to hear his stories. Travelling up the M3 you come to the historic city of Winchester and home to the Cathedral, Round Table and Winchester College. Described as the ‘beautiful breathing space’ between the cities of Southampton and Portsmouth, and less than ten miles east of Southampton, the Hamble Valley is a picturesque area of coast and countryside with waterside villages along the River Hamble.
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For over a thousand years, people have come to seek inspiration in this magnificent Cathedral. Discover incredible architecture, priceless treasures and great works of art. Find the 12th-Century Winchester Bible, sculpture by Antony Gormley and Barbara Hepworth and the burial place of Jane Austen.
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EXBURY GARDENS AND STEAM RAILWAY Visit Exbury Gardens, world-famous for dazzling displays of rhododendrons and azaleas in spring, exotic herbaceous borders, tranquil ponds, shady river walks and picnic opportunities in summer,
rare trees and shrubs year round and stunning autumn colour. The Steam Train will delight visitors of all ages! Location: New Forest SO45 1AZ
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Where is the Hamble Valley? The Refectory is a hidden gem with its pretty walled garden, terrace and Cathedral views. A great place for homemade cakes, lunch and afternoon tea.
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One of the biggest Winter Gardens and longest double borders in Europe • Spring Walk • Magnolia Avenue • Fantastic Tree House • Wobbly Bridge • Bamboo Tunnels • Pond • Pigs All-ability path network • Open air concerts • Workshops Exhibitions • Restaurant & tea rooms • Free parking
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Did you know? Jane Austen’s brother Frank, with whom she lived in Southampton from 1806 to 1809, was a Captain in the Royal Navy. At the time of the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, and although not directly involved, he was in command of HMS Elephant, Nelsons Flagship at the Battle of Copenhagen.
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Southampton in motion Travelling throughout Southampton is easy and with major links on land, rail and sea, the city is a great stopping off venue, no matter where you need to go. Bus services in the City Bus routes throughout Southampton are reliable, frequent and great value for money. You can travel from the city centre to all districts of the city and to outlying areas including Romsey and the New Forest.
Private Hire Private hire vehicles may only be pre-booked and are identified by signs on the side of vehicle which give details of their operator and licence number and a distinctive white and blue licenceplate on the rear. Agree your fare at the time of booking. Private hire drivers may drive a Southampton licensed private hire vehicle and must wear or display their licence badge. For further advice please visit www.discoversouthampton.co.uk
The night bus service provides a safe and secure route home after a great night out. Why not plan your route in advance and take advantage of some great travel offers by visiting: www.bluestarbus.co.uk
Regional and national bus services All national coach operators run services from Southampton bus station. For further information visit www.discoversouthampton.co.uk and enter ‘buses’ into the search facility.
Taxi cabs For peace of mind it is always best to pre-book your taxi,enabling you to agree a price and know that your driver is regulated by the Council. However, your may prefer the convenience of a private hire vehicle. The suggested Southampton Taxi companies are WestQuay Cars, Radio Taxis and Aero Taxis all who have a long service history in Southampton.
Hackney Cabs Licensed Hackney cabs, known as taxis, may be hailed, hired from a taxi rank or pre-booked. All vehicles have a roof sign plus a distinctive red and white licence plate on the rear and cars are white. Maximum fares for journeys within the city are regulated by the city council and a taximeter will be used. All drivers must wear or display their badge.
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Radio Taxis
www.radiotaxis-southampton.ltd.uk/ corporate CALL: 023 8066 6666
Red Funnel Ferries
www.redfunnel.co.uk CALL: 023 8001 9192
Aero Taxis
www.aerotaxis-southampton.co.uk CALL: 023 8001 0203
SeaCity Museum
www.seacitymuseum.co.uk CALL: 023 8083 3007
Beaulieu
www.beaulieu.co.uk CALL: 01590 612345
See Southampton
www.seesouthampton.co.uk CALL: 07770 842728
Blue Funnel Ferries
www.bluefunnel.co.uk CALL: 023 8022 3278
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens
www3.hants.gov.uk/hilliergardens CALL: 01794 368787
Cloud Wine
www.cloud-wine.co.uk CALL: 023 8022 8015
Southampton City Art Gallery
www.southampton.gov.uk/art CALL: 023 8083 3007
Cobwebs
www.cobwebs.uk.com CALL: 023 8022 7458
Southampton Tour Guides
www.stga.org.uk CALL: 023 8057 1858
The Edge
www.theedgesouthampton.com CALL: 023 8036 6163
SS Shieldhall
www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk CALL: 0844 357 2329
Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway
www.exbury.co.uk CALL: 023 8089 1203
The Art House
www.thearthousesouthampton.org CALL: 023 8023 8582
Gusto Bar & Lounge
www.gustolounge.co.uk CALL: 023 8063 4531
The Berry Theatre
www.theberrytheatre.co.uk CALL: 023 8065 2333
Hamble Valley
www.hamblevalley.com CALL: 023 8000 1655
The Brook
www.the-brook.com CALL: 023 8055 5366
Hythe Ferry
www.hytheferry.co.uk CALL: 023 8084 0722
The Courthouse
www.sococourthouse.org.uk
The London Hotel
John Hansard Gallery
www.hansardgallery.org.uk CALL: 023 8059 2158
www.the-london.co.uk CALL: 023 8071 0652
Mango Thai Tapas
www.mangothai.co.uk CALL: 023 8033 6540 (Above Bar) 023 8067 8877 (Portswood)
The Mayflower Theatre
www.mayflower.org.uk CALL: 023 8071 1811
The New Forest Wildlife Park
www.newforestwildlifepark.co.uk CALL: 023 8029 2408
Marlands Shopping Centre
www.intomarlands.co.uk CALL: 023 8033 9164
The Olive Tree
www.olivetree.co.uk CALL: 023 8034 3333
Marshals
www.marshalsbar.co.uk CALL: 023 8071 0169
The Point Theatre
www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk CALL: 023 8065 2333
Marwell Zoo
www.marwell.org.uk CALL: 01962 777407
The Rockstone
www.therockstone.co.uk CALL: 023 8063 7256
Mettricks Tea & Coffee House
www.mettricks.com CALL: 023 8071 0583
The Stage Door
www.thestagedoor.org.uk CALL: 023 8071 0648
National Museum of the Royal Navy
www.nmrn.org.uk CALL: 023 9272 7574
Tudor House and Garden
www.tudorhouseandgarden.com CALL: 023 8083 4242
O2 Guildhall
www.o2guildhallsouthampton.co.uk CALL: 023 8063 2601
Turner Sims
www.turnersims.co.uk CALL: 023 8059 5151
Orange Rooms
www.orangerooms.co.uk CALL: 023 8023 2333
West Quay Cars
Pulcinella
www.pulcinellasouthampton.co.uk CALL: 023 8033 5100
www.westquaycars.com CALL: 023 8099 9999
Winchester Cathedral
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/ CALL: 01962 857200
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