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Enjoy the all fun of Hedge End’s traditional carnival, which has been held every year on the first Saturday in July since 1921. A great day for all the family with side stalls, entertainment and a fairground. The procession starts at 2.15pm, from the playing fields on St. John’s Road and finishes at Greta Park, Upper Northam Road. It’s free to watch but please bring plenty of change as collecting buckets will be in attendance. There is a small charge to enter Greta park, but this includes some great entertainment.
The Carnival is organised by a small group of community spirited people who meet once a month at the Village Hall in Hedge End. It is a light-hearted affair and we are always looking for assistance. All money raised by the carnival and associated events are distributed among many good causes operating in the Hedge End area. For more information visit www.hedgeendcarnival.org.uk
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WHEN I WAS YOUNG When I was young, and for many of you this will resonate, my sister and I would spend our school holidays playing with friends, roaming the woods and playgrounds, out the door after breakfast, dashing back at lunchtime for sustenance only to return in time for tea. We didn’t have mobile phones to be checked up on and felt quite safe – and it cost my parents nothing except a higher consumption of washing powder! To meet this change of kidcare culture over the years there is a plethora of entertainment, clubs, classes and events to choose from. We’ve included as many as we have room for (see What’s on pages 6 and 7) and the article Use Your Imagination (p26) gives ideas for free activities. A day out On
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HEDGE END CARNIVAL PROCESSION 1 Jul, 2.15pm. Greta Park, Hedge End SO30 4DY Hedge End’s Carnival Day, Starting at St. Johns Road Hedge End and finishing at Greta Park (by the library). Great day for everyone with side stalls entertainment and a fairground on Greta Park. hedgeendcarnival.org.uk RACE FOR LIFE SOUTHAMPTON 1-2 Jul Women of all shapes, sizes, ages and abilities can take part - there’s a Race for Life event to suit everyone. A 5k amble with friends, a 10k jog or the challenge of a full or half marathon. www.raceforlife.org or 0300 123 0770. QUILT FESTIVAL 1 Jul to 16 Jul, 10am-4pm Romsey Abbey As well as the wonderful displays of quilts there will be a Sales Table and demonstrations in The Abbey. ticketsource.co.uk/romseyfestival WINCHESTER CANCER SUPPORT 4 Jul, 7.30-9pm Christ Church, Winchester SO23 9SR A presentation by Barbara Parry, a Senior Research Dietician in the Breast Unit
at Hospitals Foundation Trust. Please email your questions, if any to hello@ winchesterbreastcancer.uk. 01962 658170 winchesterbreastcancer.uk NEW FOREST FOLK FESTIVAL 5-9 Jul Brockenhurst Folk music festival, with music workshops and singarounds. Families welcome. newforestfolkfestival.co.uk BLISSFIELDS 6-8 Jul Winchester A major festival, but on the smaller side. Loads of music and other artists and a great atmosphere. Taking a break after this year so get there while you can! www.blissfields.co.uk PAIGE COTTAGE (NGS) 6 & 9 Jul, 2pm to 5.30pm Crawley SO21 2PR 1 acre traditional English country garden surrounding a period thatched cottage (not open) with a twolevel pond with waterfall. Combined admission with Tanglefoot £6, children free. Home made teas in the village hall. www.ngs.org.uk
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JOHN BAKER SOUTHAMPTON GARDENING CLUB 7 Jul 7:30-9:30PM Catholic Hall Commercial Street Bitterne SO18 6LY Southampton Gardening Club presentation by John Baker “Heavenly Hostas”. Visitors welcome, just drop in. 01489 784823 www.rshs.org.uk WINCHESTER FESTIVAL 7-15 Jul Around Winchester One of the oldest festivals in Winchester. The nine day celebration of the arts, featuring music, talks, drama, visual arts and guided walks, takes place in venues across the city. 01962 857276 or winchesterfestival.co.uk LET’S ROCK 8 Jul Southampton The retro festival, with just one stage. As much about the socialising as the music. Tony Hadley headlines. letsrocksouthampton.com BOOK SIGNING 8 Jul 9.30am to 12noon Local author Allison Symes will be holding a book signing session at Chandler’s Ford Railway Station. She will be talking about flash fiction and be reading from
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SUMMER CEILIDH 8 Jul, 7:30-10:30pm Colbury Hall, Ashurst SO40 7EH In aid of diabetes with music by Roosters at Dawn and dance caller Lynden Bowen. Dance spot by professional dancers Rob Chapman and Joanne Sharp. No bar/ refreshments on sale at event so bring your own. Tickets 07891 733939 ROMSEY BEGGARS FAIR 8 Jul Cornmarket, Romsey SO51 8GB Music, dance, fun and entertainment return to the streets of Romsey once again when the 25th Beggars Fair returns. Expect to see
ROMSEY LA RONDE 9 Jul, 12pm and 6 p.m. Romsey Festival Romsey La Ronde is a regular contributor to the Festival. It is a self-guided walking tour of gardens around Romsey town in or near the centre. 56pocock@gmail.com BISHOP’S WALTHAM IN BLOOM - HIDDEN GARDENS 9 Jul, 11am-5pm 12 private gardens open to the public, three of which are new to the programme. Refreshments available at three gardens and ice cream at a fourth. bishopswalthaminbloom.org.uk
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SUMMER OF FUN From family-friendly festivals to wet weather fun, we’ve plenty of ideas to keep the kids entertained this summer. Back to nature Fly a kite, go geocaching, build a den, explore a new trail – you don’t have to travel far or spend a lot of money to have fun outdoors. If you need some inspiration, try The National Trust’s 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ list, which is available as a free app, a printed leaflet, or a PDF. The app is particularly appealing for tech-savvy kids, as it lets them record their activities and earn printable certificates. Activities range from bug hunting and playing pooh sticks to canoeing, rock climbing and orienteering. Festivals Festival season isn’t just for the grown-ups – there are plenty of family-friendly festivals to choose from, including: • Suffolk’s Latitude Festival has its own family campsite and kids’ area. Children can enjoy a whole host of activities, from pizza making to 8
weird science. There are live shows for children of all ages, a kids’ disco, and plenty of music to dance along to. • At Camp Bestival children can learn circus tricks, be entertained by Mister Maker, Mr Tumble and Dick & Dom, jump on the world’s biggest bouncy castle, and lots more. • Cheshire’s Just So festival is specifically aimed at children and offers a ‘magical experience where art, music and literature are embedded and entwined in a beautiful and wondrous landscape.’ There’s everything from baby yoga and storytelling to dance workshops, live shows and a jelly fight! • Chagstock is rather smaller than Latitude or Bestival, but offers great value for money. An adult weekend ticket is £90, including camping, and under-12s go free. There’s a family camping area, play area, bouncy castle and various activities. è
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Wet days at home The British weather being what it is, there are likely to be some rainy days this summer. It can help to have some plans up your sleeve, so here are a few ideas: • Build a den inside. A couple of chairs or a table, a few old sheets or blankets, and a washing line with pegs are all you need. Use the den for family board games, picnics and teddy bear tea parties. • Have a treasure hunt, with a series of clues, or a scavenger hunt to find mini prizes or chocolate coins. • Make some puppets out of old socks, cardboard boxes or wooden spoons; write a play and put on a performance for other members of the family. • If you just can’t tear them away from their screens, have a pyjama party. Add pizza, popcorn and playmates and you should be able to hide out in another room for at least an hour’s peace and quiet. By Kate Duggan
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This year there is a giant Walking Ammonite (pictured) by local Isle of Wight artist, Glenn Martin. Glenn makes sculptures that are inspired by nature, creating his organic forms from recycled materials. The sculpture creates a striking outline across the Winter Garden and will delight and intrigue children and adults alike.
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ON THE WATER From Christchurch Take a small open motorboat (self driven) along the river from various departure points. Approx £20 for half an hour/£30 for an hour. www.bournemouthboating.co.uk From Odiham Trips along the Basingstoke Canal on a traditional 67ft narrowboat. Trips take up to 2.5 hours. Family ticket around £15 or less depending on trip. www.s-h-c-c.co.uk On a steamboat The Waverley Steamboat will be in Southampton for a couple of weeks and offers several different trips. www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk
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FREE SHUTTLE BUS TO NEW FOREST SHOW This year will be the 97th show which attracts an average 98,000 visitors and is proud to be rated among the top ten agricultural shows in the country. There is something for everyone at the New Forest Show making it the perfect day out for all the family. If animals are what you’re looking for you’ll be spoilt for choice. From the cattle, sheep and equine competitions, to the cute and cuddly farm animals at the Show Farm to meeting the hounds and watching the police dogs in action in our countryside area, animals of all shapes and sizes feature all across the showground. As well as the animals there’s countryside traditions and demonstrations, international show jumping, crafts, antiques, art, show ring displays, show gardens, flowers, vegetables, huge variety of food and drink available
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Getting there is made easier with a free shuttle bus between Brockenhurst Station to the showground for advanced ticket holders or £3 adult return. (£2 child). Tickets are available online; you can save 15% if you buy before 18 July and the shuttle bus is free! 25-27 July The Showground, New Park Brockenhurst SO42 7QH www.newforestshow.co.uk
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FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY AS THE ROMSEY SHOW CELEBRATES 175 YEARS Saturday 9 September There is fun for all ages and interests with heritage and history forming part of the spectacle as The Romsey Show hits a landmark 175 years. One of the oldest agricultural shows in the country, the Show started out in 1842 when Queen Victoria was on the throne. The Romsey Show has grown to become one of the south’s largest one-day agricultural events.
Based on the historic Broadlands estate, kids can dive into the past with Wessex Archaeology, dig up the past with Trench1 and marvel at vintage and historic machinery. With over 1,000 livestock at the Show you will be able to see the best horses, cattle, sheep and donkeys. Enjoy heavy horses in action, watch the hectic terrier races, join in the
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family dog show and see magnificent falconry displays.
New for this years show, visitors will be entertained by the Mole Show, impressive dog and duck skills, and don’t miss the dancing sheep! With more than 500 retail stands for a countrystyle shopping fix, don’t miss out. With prices frozen at 2016 rates and under 11s free, get your tickets at www.romseyshow.co.uk from July.
Images Top: The hilarious and informative Sheep Show gives an insight into different breeds, sheep shearing, wool... and don’t miss the fun finale! Bottom Left: The Mole Man and friend explaining how to get rid of moles. Bottom Right: The impressive South Wilts Falconry display will entertain the crowds at The Romsey Show this year on 9 September.
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