Hello again Last month, I received a call from a local resident bringing to my attention a few errors on the walk featured in the regular Hampshire Walks page. Fortunately, the mistakes didn’t result in the need for her rescue or worse a parking ticket but I took the criticism on board and promised to “do better next time”. Well, last Friday was the first glorious day of May so true to my word I drove to Awbridge village to test the walk myself with dog Dempsey in tow before printing it (this particular walk featured on p20 was submitted to Discover Magazines by a rambler in Romsey). When my husband asked the question “Did you have a nice day at the office, dear?” I could honestly say that taking two hours out of my busy day to walk the dog was indeed work-related! calling Keen Walkers in so18 The instructions did indeed need clarification and some forestry maintenance meant a very necessary amend so in future a test run will be mandatory. If you have a rural walk that you’d like to share with the community then please email it, preferably with a map and I’ll donate £15 to the charity of your choice. Also, if we have any keen ramblers amongst us who would like to test run other walks for Discover please contact me. The walk and map are downloadable from our new website www.discovercommunity.co.uk. Will you please ‘like us’? After attending a short course on social media (organised by @popsocialuk) I’ve finally set up Discover’s own Facebook page - www.facebook.com/discoverMagazines - so if you enjoy reading your local magazine then please give us the thumbs up and Like it! Best wishes,
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Townhill Park House A seat of learning, a testament to timeless British architecture, a sanitary sanctuary for injured servicemen and women and, of course, a family home.
the heritage and deep history that lies behind the heavy oak doors that guard, retain and hide the identity of the house.
In its formative days, Townhill Park House was part of the original manor farm and later during the late 1700s it was converted to become a gentleman’s residence. By 1897 Townhill Park House was acquired by the ďŹ rst Lord Swaythling, Ivor Montagu for his eldest son and heir, Louis Montagu, for the impending marriage of Louis to Lady Gladys Goldsmid. On the death of his father, Louis became the second Lord Swaythling.
Townhill Park House has transcended time in numerous guises but through all has retained a certain proud and majestic heritage. The use of this grand and prestigious house has changed many times and yet unlike many of its contemporary buildings, Townhill Park House remains a building of generous proportions and designed beauty. The house itself has undergone many changes but nothing can take away
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discover soutHaMPton east JUNE 2013 In 1911 Louis Montagu started a programme of improvement and renovation for Townhill Park House. Louis employed the eminent young architect, Leonard Rome Guthrie who oversaw improvements and renovations to the building. Louis also employed the famous garden designer and horticulturalist of the time, Gertrude Jekyll, to establish the detailed gardens, designing framed views, yew hedging, dry stone walling and the magnificent sunken garden. Together they planned, built and created the gardens that surrounded the house.
The estates were divided into lots and most were bought for housing development. However, the house and 30 acres were bought by Middlesex County Council.
home of The Gregg School Under the ownership of Middlesex County Council, the House was used as a residential boarding school for girls; the use remained unchanged until 1970. In the years from 1970-85, Townhill Park House afforded yet another use as it provided a suitable location for a hostel for Merchant Navy cadets. After the Cadets left occupation in 1984, the hostel closed and the estate ownership changed again, this time being acquired by Hampshire County Council. The House was then briefly used as a conference centre until 1994, when the expanding Gregg School acquired the house and grounds to provide a facility of education and learning. Today Townhill Park House is flourishing under the ownership of ‘The Gregg’ and is benefiting from the school’s efforts to regenerate the property to its former glory. by Addison Vincent Year 9, The Gregg School
In 1927 the house was occupied by the third Lord Swaythling, Stuart - son of Lord Louis - after his father’s death. Lord Stuart moved into the house with his wife Lady Mary. When the Second World War broke out in 1939, Lord Stuart loaned the house to the Red Cross, where it became a convalescent home for soldiers. After the war in 1948, Lord and Lady Swaythling divorced and Townhill Park House and the estates were sold.
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Bands @tHe BrooK, PortsWood Portswood road. www.the-brook.com Box office: 1-7pm, Mon-sat tel: 023 8055 5366 june sat 1st Fish, the moveable Feast tour sun 2nd Fairport convention Fri 7th Reckless Heart
sat 8th Legend Fri 14th Whole Lotta Led sat 15th Rufus Stone Fri 21st The Tiddly Kinks + The Small Fakers
sat 22nd Reggae Magic Fri 28th Guns ‘n’ Roses Experience sat 29th Greenish Day
outstanding neWs For Play aWay... Play away day nursery group are thrilled with the recent april oFsted inspections at the totton and West end day nurseries. Both nurseries achieved ‘outstanding’ status in all areas of the report. the awards pay tribute to the commitment and dedication of the professional staff teams and recognise the high quality care and excellent range of opportunities offered to each child across all the age groups. For further details please see our advert opposite.
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oPen gardens For ngs 7 doWnland close 26, 27 May, 1, 2, 15, 16 june, 2-5pm 7 downland close, locks Heath, so31 6WB
visit this prizewinning, beautiful, restful and inspirational 50ft x 45ft plantsman's garden, packed with ideas for the 'modest-sized' plot. Many varieties of hardy geraniums, hostas, heucheras, shrubs, ferns and other unusual perennials, weaving a tapestry of harmonious colour. Attractive water feature, plenty of seating areas and charming summerhouse. Runner up in Hampshire Gardener of the Year. Roy Dorland 07768 107779 or email roydorland@hotmail.co.uk
Flintstones 2 & 3 june, 2pm-6pm 19 june, 6.30pm-8.30pm sciviers lane, durley so32 2ag
Garden of great tranquillity. All year pleasing tapestry effect of contrasting and blending foliage and flowers. Plantswoman’s garden developed from a field on fertile acid clay. Large perennial plant collections, especially hardy geraniums. June & Bill Butler 01489 860880 j.b.butler@hotmail.co.uk
aPPletrees 15 & 16 june, 11am-5pm 267 Botley rd, Burridge, so31 1Bs
A garden to explore, down narrow winding paths edged with subtle and original plant associations, leading to secluded seats. created by flowerarranger owner, with good use of contrasting foliage and flowers. No lawn, just a crown of clipped box contrasting with the relaxed and exuberant planting elsewhere. Sinks and container planting, small pond and waterfall. Kath & Ray Butcher
Hill toP 16 june & 15 sept, 2pm-5pm damson Hill, upper swanmore, so32 2qr
2 acres with extensive colourful borders and wide lawns, this garden has stunning views to the Isle of Wight. The glasshouses produce unusual fruit and vegetables from around the world. The outdoor vegetable plots bulge with well-grown produce. Many potted specimen plants. colour and interest are maintained throughout the season. David Green 01489 892653. tricia1960@btinternet.com
aPPletree House 5, 19 june & 17 july 12noon-4pm station road, soberton, so32 3qu
'A gardener's garden with the wow factor' - a comment made by a visiting group on a cold, wet afternoon in 2012. Designed to look larger than its 40ft x 90ft, this garden has both shady and sunny areas allowing a variety of planting, including a large collection of clematis viticella. Light lunches are available as well as afternoon tea and cake. visitors also welcome by apt. Mrs J Dover 01489 877333, jennie.dover@yahoo.co.uk
secret garden nature reserve 23 june & 4 aug, 12noon-6.30pm High street, Bursledon, so31 8dl
Situated in the middle of a small nature reserve, with views to the Isle of Wight, discover a hidden water garden being continuously developed using recycled and natural materials. Many ponds with magnificent water lilies dominate the formal garden which merges into the reserve's native ecosystem. Organic management ensures an astonishing variety of wildlife. John & Alison Horne 02380 616262 horneja@btinternet.com
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The 17th Southampton Kite Festival Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th June 2013 THIS year sees the 17th Southampton Kite Festival organised and run by Solent Kite Flyers in conjunction with Charles Cole Funfair. It is to be held over the weekend of 15th & 16th June from 10am to 5.30pm each day. The venue is Lordshill Sports Ground, 5 Acre Field, Lordshill. This year’s Festival will be a great show of many different types of kites, flying displays and kite related events, as well as varied and interesting activities happening around the Festival Site. Each day will see Kite Flying Displays as well as general entertainment and display flying to music. There will also be a few very special arena displays
WHat’s on - Fairs, Fetes & Festivals droXFord Fair 1 jun, 12.30pm-4pm droxford square, so32 3Pa
Refreshments, musical entertaining, dog show, country crafts and other rural instructions, stream train, wool spinning and stalls. £1pp, u16s free. contact Richard McGilloway on 01489 878790 or mcgilrj@gmail.com
east tytHerley country Fayre 8 jun, 12pm onwards oaklands House, east tytherley, salisbury, sP5 1le
Local traders, farm animals, bouncy castle, Kester the clown, refreshments; afternoon tea and a BBQ, and the popular dog show.
FarMers MarKet 9 & 30 jun, 9am-2pm Middle Brook street car Park so23 9ls contact 01420 588671
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alresFord art & craFt sHoW 15 jun, 10am-4.30pm alresford community centre, West street, so24 9ag
crafts will include cross stitch gifts and decoupage cards, ceramics, chocolates and cakes, beaded and semi-precious stone jewellery, traditional decoupage, silk floral arrangements, glasswork including stained and leaded lighting, decorative plaques, photography, watercolours, prints and paper crafts. Free entry. contact 01252 724968
st joHn’s cHurcH FloWer Festival 21 jun, 11am-4.30pm, 22 jun, 10am-6pm, 23 jun, 12pm-4pm st john's church, Hedge end Flowers, art show, quilting, refreshments. Admission £2.
from local groups, including displays of Power Kiting with buggies and boards. There will be plenty of open space available for public flying, so please bring your kites! There will be a Kite Making Workshop, where everyone will be able to make their own simple kite. There will be a number of Kite Traders selling a range of Kites and Accessories to all levels of experience and price. Craft stalls, general interest and activity traders, hot and cold refreshments, local based live music and face painting will be there to keep all ages entertained throughout the day. C. Coles Fun Fair will also be at the event for those seeking other types of thrills during each day. On the Sunday the ‘Southampton Open Trophy’ is just that – anyone can enter with any type of kite. The competition is judged by a panel drawn from the audience and so this is really where the first time flyers can beat the experienced guys, as it is decided purely on entertainment value. You will need to supply a short piece of music to fly to (approx. 2-3 mins. Max.) There will also be ‘Parachuting Teddy Bears’! so don’t forget to bring along your own ‘Cuddly Toys’ so they can join in the fun; each one receiving a certificate for their bravery (weather permitting). Again with the weather and wind permitting, there will be an informal ‘Night Fly’ on Saturday evening once it gets dark! (Probably after 9.30pm). This is open to all fliers to join in, with the kites having lights attached or using reflective tapes etc. Even if you don’t feel like flying over the two days, why not just come and watch one of the most colourful and exciting events to happen in Southampton this year. Entry is free and the sky is free for all to use and enjoy. There will be a small on-site car parking charge for this event. For more information on any of the above, please contact Mike Lowe of Solent Kite Flyers on 02380 770788 email secretary@solentkiteflyers. org.uk or visit www.solentkiteflyers.org.uk
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The Diabetes UK Southampton Group The Diabetes UK Southampton Group welcomes diabetics of all ages and from all over Southampton and surrounding areas, as well as friends and family members of diabetics. They meet every 6-8 weeks and have speakers who are medical experts on the topic. The sessions are very informal and offer the opportunity to meet fellow diabetics as well as learn more in a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of opportunities to ask questions. There is no charge to attend however a contribution for teas and coffees is requested which assists with the cost of hall hire. The next two sessions will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church Hall, Commercial Street, SO18 6AP (behind Bitterne library) from 7pm-9pm. 3rd Jun - ‘Bring a Friend’ They can be a diabetic, someone who has been advised they may develop diabetes or someone who just wants to find out more. There will be a quiz, raffle and lots of other activities. 22nd Jul - ‘Keeping Active & Fit’ Come and find out more and maybe try some new activities. For more details, contact Angie Whitmarsh on 023 8040 4881 or diabetesuksouthamptongroup@yahoo. co.uk or visit the Southampton Group Diabetes UK page on Facebook.
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discover soutHaMPton east JUNE 2013 WHat’s on - Fairs, Fetes & Festivals HaMPsHire craFt Fair 1 jun, 11am-3pm crestwood college, shakespeare road, so50 4FZ
Pony rides, riding displays, pony petting. Face painting, bucking bronco, bouncy castle, cake stall, raffle, BBQ. Enter the family dog in the dog show. 50p entry, u2’s free. call 01962 777714.
suMMer Fayre 8 jun, 11.30am-3pm Federation of Fryern schools, oakmount road, so53 2ln
oPen day at tools For selF reliance 29 jun, 11am-4pm tools for self reliance, ringwood road, netley Marsh, so40 7gy
Stalls of handmade items.
Bouncy castle, BBQ, cakes, face painting, tombola and raffle as well as stalls from local businesses, games for the children, a beer tent and much more.
st andreW’s cHurcH Fete 15 june, 2-4 pm, st andrew’s church, so31 4jF
In the church grounds, to be opened by col. David Pickworth, Pipe Major, St Andrew's Pipe Band. Stalls, games, children's activities, refreshments. Entertainment by St Andrew's Pipe Band, Hamble Primary School choir and a Fairground Organ. Fun for all the family!
oPen day 23 jun, 10am-4pm Hampshire riding therapy centre, Hensting lane, Fisher’s Pond, so50 7HH
Fun for all the family. Live music, craft stalls, raffle, tombola, refreshments, storytellers, archery workshops and more. Free entry and parking. contact 023 8086 9697
soBerton Fete 29 jun, 2pm soberton church green, so32 3PF
A traditional church Fete with full range of stalls - including country Fare, Plants, Aladdin's cave, Books, Toys. Grand Draw, Auction of Promises, Pony Rides, Tug of War competition and coconut shy - plus much more! Refreshments available: cream teas, BBQ, Ice cream, Pimms & Strawberries. Entry £1. Under 12s Free. Free parking. Just off the A32 in the Meon valley. contact sobertonfete@
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BraisHField scHool Fayre 29 jun, 12.30pm-4pm Braishfield recreation ground, so51 orj
Relax in our beer tent, enjoy our bbq, go crazy on the bouncy slide, zorbing, cake stalls, dog show, car show, face painting, tea cup ride, ice cream van and lots more for all the family. contact 01794 367067.
laKeside FaMily Fun For HaMPsHire autistic society 29 jun eastleigh lakeside railway, so50 5Pe
come and enjoy a fun-filled evening for all the family. Enjoy a ride on the train, face painting, bouncy castle, plenty of fun games, pocket money stalls and 'Muddles' the friendly mascot, Silly Scott performing magic and Tony Hyams with his fantastic balloon modelling skills. £1 entry and includes a train ride. contact Dawn Ingram to book on 01489 880881 ext 208 or dawn.ingram @has.org.uk. www.has.org.uk/ get-involved/events/ 331.html
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WHat’s on - Kids & FaMily Manor Farm country Park, Pylands lane, Bursledon tel: 01489 787055
military re-enactments and a host of period vehicles. Normal admission charges apply.
HalF terM Fun – Wooly WeeK 25 May-2 jun, 10am-5pm
40 veHicles FroM tHe 40’s
A host of ‘woolly’ activities and demonstrations throughout the week. Try your hand at spinning, knitting, weaving and follow our woolly trail to see what you can discover? Normal admission charges apply.
Woodland day 2 jun, 11am-3pm
Get involved in a fun packed day of activities including guided walks through the woodland.
country ParK at War 9 jun, 11am
Join local historians as they tell the fascinating story of cricket camp and take you on a guided walk around the site. Meet at Barnfield memorial. Free.
tHe HoMe Front at Manor FarM 15-16 jun, 10am-5pm
The clocks are turned back to the 1940s, the farm is at war. Enjoy civilian and
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Do you have a vehicle from the 40s? Would you like to share it with visitors to the country Park? We have 40 spaces for vehicles from the 40s, first come first served so book your place early. Free. contact 01489 787055.
royal victoria country Park, victoria road, so31 5ga tel: 023 8045 5157
living History: 150 years oF a Military HosPital 9 jun, 12pm and 4pm
come and help us celebrate the 150th Anniversary since the hospital came into operation. An afternoon of fun and activities for all the family: military re-enactments, guided walks, exhibitions, war wound workshop and many other activities. Free.
soutHaMPton dog sHoW 15-16 jun, 8am start
Four-legged friends of all shapes and
sizes will be here for this year’s Dog Show. Spectators welcome. Free.
oWl BaBies story trail 20 jun, 11am-12pm, 1.30-2.30pm
Enjoy the adventures of the owl babies Sarah, Percy and Bill on a short walk through the park. Price includes trail, drink and biscuit and craft activity. £2.50 per child.
lepe country Park, so45 1ad
HalF terM quiZ trail 25 May-2 jun, 10am-3pm
Pick up a trail card from the park office and return with the correct answers to collect your prize. £2 per child. call 023 8089 9108 or visit www3.hants.gov.uk/lepe
reMeMBering d-day 6 jun, 1.30pm-3.30pm
On the anniversary of D-day discover Lepe’s wartime history as you take a guided walk through the park to the D-day remains. Some sections of the walk are along the shingle beach, so sensible footwear needed. £5.50 per person. (B) call 023 8089 9108
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Read All About It... www.bitterne.info Your Discover magazine is printed every two months and is designed to be a handy, easy to keep, locally focussed directory of local businesses, services and what’s on. It can’t bring up to date news like a website can so as well as visiting www.discovercommunity.co.uk why not check out other local websites such as www.bitterne.info for up to date news and views. At the time of going to press you could read about:
www.cobbettroad.info Friends of Cobbett Road Library (FCRL) is an informal group of people of all ages who meet at monthly intervals in the library. FCRL initially came into being to protect a greatly valued community asset and members set about publicising their cause in the local newspaper, putting posters in their windows. Since then the FCRL and Cobbett Road Library have gone from strength to strength organising events, activities and making the library the centre of a friendly and lively local community. For details of forthcoming talks visit their website or call 023 8083 3007.
• New vicar for Bitterne Park Parish • Football theme to new Horseshoe bench • Tesco’s Witt’s Hill Alcohol licence granted • Chart success for local artist’s illustrated book • Triangle clock operational again
NEW OPENING TIMES Monday 10am-7pm Wednesday 10am-5pm Friday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm
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Introducting Hampshire RoamAbility www.HampshireRoamAbility.co.uk IF you have a mobility scooter and the means to transport it, why not join Hampshire RoamAbility?
rambles without barriers!
We ramble all over Hampshire and fringes of neighbouring counties, three or four a month in the summer and one or two in the winter, and welcome those who are mobility challenged, as well as anyone able bodied and family members. We plan rambles that are free of stiles, kissing gates and other obstructions. The New Forest, in particular, is one of our favourite destinations as well as many coastal rambles. It is a lifeline for those of us who are unable to walk very well; it means being able to get out into the countryside and oers the chance to meet new friends and see interesting places. We also campaign for better access to the countryside and work with other access groups to get diďŹƒcult barriers and gates replaced.
If this is of interest to you, please contact The Secretary, Hampshire RoamAbility on 02380 293156 and we will be pleased to give you much more information.
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Awbridge, Dunbridge & Mottisfont Walk Walk distance 4.2 miles, around 2 hours at a moderate pace A downloadable pdf of the walk and enlarged map is available online at www.discovercommunity.co.uk Park in the lay-by adjacent to Awbridge School in Danes Road. Alternatively, park on the road side to the right of the war memorial in Lockerley Road just past the school.
Cross a footbridge over the River Dun and turn through a kissing gate. Walk through a field with woodland to your left. Cross a stile at the field boundary and keep straight on. With a cemetery on your right, follow a gravel track onto tarmac bearing left with the church on your right. Either walk though the cemetery to visit the church, or walk round the cemetery to the main road. If visiting the church, exit through the main entrance double gate and the main road will be ahead of you. At the main road, turn left into Mottisfont village. At a sharp bend in the road, follow the sign for the “Millennium Walk” along Hatt Lane. Turn left off the millennium walk at a footpath sign into a field – you will see a metal gate on opposite side of this turning. Cross the field diagonally, pass through a kissing gate and across a second field diagonally towards the road. At the road, turn left towards the level crossing and the Mill Arms public house. Just past the pub, turn up Russell Drive.
Walk down Saunders Lane to the ‘T’ junction and turn left towards Mottisfont on the B3084. Almost immediately, turn right onto a way marked path over a stile. Cross the field diagonally towards a 5-bar gate and cross over a stile. Continue straight on through woodland on a gravel track. At a track crossroads, keep straight on. Cross the bridge over the railway line and bear left along a signed path with the railway to your left.
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At the woodland at the top of Russell Drive, the left fork is blocked off (May 2013) so follow the right path. At the top of the path (on the brow of a slight hill) head left towards the low bank and walk alongside that until you come to the open field. Stay left and go diagonally across the field – there is a wooden signpost in the distance which is where you are headed. The path is not clearly defined at this point. Cross or go around the stile where the signpost is and then you’ll be on a farm track. Turn right along the track and then left (white
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discover discoversoutHaMPton soutHaMPtonSEPTEMBER east JUNE 2012 2013 ‘public footpath’ sign) across the field with copse to your right and left. Keep going straight ahead following the fence. At the end of the path, cross a stile into a further field. If necessary you can avoid the stile by following the fence along until you see a gap nearer the woods. Bear left and then right along the field boundary. Go straight on to emerge onto a hilltop overlooking Carters Clay hamlet. Bear left and then right along the field boundary to emerge into Lockerley Road. There are some logs blocking the entrance to the road, but this is the only clear exit from this field. Turn left out of the field into the road and walk back to Awbridge and your car.
Historical note... The lake at Awbridge Danes was excavated in the 1920s to provide work for the local unemployed, each man being paid one shilling (10p) a day and a loaf of bread. Roman occupation of the area is confirmed by tiles, pottery and coins being found at Awbridge House, dating from the late roman period of AD 307. The names Danes Road and Awbridge Danes record the presence of Danish occupation of the area, possibly from the 11th or 12th centuries. Mottisfont church is a Grade I listed building originally of 12th century origin that initially claimed pastoral responsibility for Mottisfont, Lockerley and Broughton. Its earliest parts predate Mottisfont Abbey. Among its artefacts, the church contains a 17th century clock which has no face and no pendulum. Its movement derives its energy solely from hung weights and a bell is rung on the hour. Which hour is of course anybodies guess. The modern road that runs between Awbridge, Lockerley, the Tytherleys, Broughton and the A30 was originally a turnpike {toll) road in the mid 18th century. Similarly, the short stretch of road from East Dean joining this road was also a toll road.
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discover soutHaMPton east JUNE 2013 WHat’s on - out & aBout suMMer HalF terM at MottisFont 25 May-2 jun, 10am -5pm Mottisfont House and gardens, so51 0lP
Go on a really long bike ride on our estate- just pick up a map from our visitor Reception. On your adventures see if you can find a tree and explore the inside of it. Kick off your shoes and go for a walk bare foot in our grounds. Admission charges apply.
HaMPsHire FarMers MarKet 2 jun, 7 jul, 10am-2pm alma road car Park, so51 8ed
Farmers Market selling local produce. call 01420 588671
HMs collingWood oPen day 1 jun, 9:30am HMs collingwood, Fareham
Marines Field Gun competition with free fun fair, children's activities, military attractions, 'train' with the Navy, commercial and charity stalls and more. FREE BUSES from Fareham Train Station and Gosport Bus Station stopping at various locations on route. Free parking. On gate Adult £8 child/OAP £5 family £21. 01329 332312
aFternoon tea on PlatForM 1 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 june, 2pm-5pm Horsebridge station, Kings somborne, so20 6Pu Have a fabulous afternoon tea at the station and be transported to times gone by at this beautifully restored victorian railway station. www.horsebridge station.co.uk
Open Day featuring the Royal Navy and Royal
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discover discoversoutHaMPton soutHaMPtonSEPTEMBER east JUNE 2012 2013 WHat’s on - cHarity events tHe royal BritisH legion : totton and eling BrancH cHarity concert 27 jun, doors open at 6.45pm for 7.45pm start empire Hall, totton conservative club
In aid of the Poppy Appeal. Featuring the Marchwood Orchestra playing military themed music and the Marchwood Prelude and Marchwood Military Wives choir playing 1940s to 1960s music. Tickets £10 from 02380 863618, 85 Water Lane, Totton or concert@compark.co.uk
naoMi House HosPice - clarendon Way WalK 2 jun, 8am - 8pm
Take part in their flagship event, a 12 or 26 mile walk from Wincester cathedral to Salisbury cathedral through stunning Hampshire and Wiltshire countryside. £15
adult, £10 child. contact felicity.patterson@naomiho use.org.uk or 01962 843513.
Barton stacey 10KM/3KM Fun run 9 jun, 9am registration Barton stacey, so21 3rl
Registration forms are available from the village Shop and The Swan Inn. Entry Fees: 10km - £7 Kids Races - £2 3km - £5 Family Ticket - £15. Refreshments available. All proceeds to cygnets Playgroup Registered charity.
soutHaMPton Fun 5K run 30 jun southampton common, so15 7nn
come and join the Macmillan Team with your family in this fun 5k run.
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WHat’s on - talKs, tours & leisure your liFe is in tHeir Hands 16 jun, 2pm southampton old cemetery
Looking at the medical people who made a difference in the Old cemetery.
Free cuPPa at tools For selF reliance 14 jun, 10am-12pm tools for self reliance, ringwood road, netley Marsh, so40 7gy
come along to our monthly coffee Morning Tours around our workshops for a short talk about the work we do. call 023 8086 9697.
guided WalK oF tHe old Walls & vaults every sunday, 11am the Bargate Monument
Tickets from the guide on the day (cash only please) Hear stories and legends from the past and have history brought to life. Walk
around the Walls and come inside some of the medieval vaults and feel the atmosphere of the past. Southampton has more medieval vaults than anywhere else in England! Tours last 1.5 hours. cost £3 pp Accompanied children u16’s free. 023 80571858
coMe and try it orienteering event 1 jun, 10am-12.30pm West Walk, Po17 6jd 8 jun, 10am-12.30pm Fleming Park, so50 9nl 22 jun, 10am-12.30pm itchen valley country Park, so30 3Hq Ideal for families, beginners and the more experienced. Run round the course like a hare or walk around like a tortoise! Enjoy yourself in the lovely Hampshire countryside. Adults £4, juniors £2. contact 07570 627716. www.southamptonorienteers.org.uk
Bitterne Leisure Centre : Fitness Classes Bitterne Leisure centre, Dean Road, Bitterne, SO18 6AQ Tel: 023 8043 7647 Monday Aqua Zumba 9.05am Nice & Easy 9.30am Body Tone 10.45am Hatha Yoga 6pm Total Workout 6.30pm Hatha Yoga 7pm Aqua Natal 7pm Body combat 7.30pm Aquafit 7.45pm Deep Water Aquafit 8.30pm Zumba 8.30pm
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tHursday Aqua Zumba 9.05am Body Zone 9.30am Body combat 10.45am Nice & Easy Zumba 11.45am Nice & Easy circuits 12.35pm Legs Bum Tums 6pm Body Blitz 7pm Aquafit 7.30pm Pilates Fitness 8pm Swimfit 8.20pm
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Friday Aquafit 9.10am Body Jam 10am Nice & Easy 10.15am Fitness Pilates 11am Nice & Easy circuits 1pm Zumbatomic ((kids) 3.30pm Zumbatomic (kids) 4.30pm Hatha Yoga 6pm Fitness Pilates 7pm Aquafit 7.30pm
Wednesday Aquafit 9.05am Nice & Easy 11am Hatha Yoga 11am Total Workout 6pm Body combat 7pm circuits 7.30pm Aquafit 7.30pm Body Jam 8pm Swimfit 8.30pm Zumba 8.30pm
saturday Zumba 10am Zumba Toning 10.45am Deep Water Aquafit 4.05pm Aqua Zumba 4.50pm For further details on any class please call the leisure centre on 023 8043 7647
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