Blog (2024) - Visit Hampshire

If you have little ones that need to burn off some excess energy, then you’ll find plenty of play parks and play areas across Hampshire. Here, we’ve put together details of some of the best parks by area in Hampshire. Discover parks near you and plan your next day’s adventure. 

Spring into March with our top picks on what’s happening in Hampshire this month from Easter treats and trails to Mother’s Day events and plenty of spring things in between.

Yes, 2024 is a leap year so February will be welcoming another day to it this year. Perhaps your birthday falls on 29th February or with the bonus extra day you are looking for things to do. Well let us inspire you with 29 things you can do on the 29th February here in Hampshire.

A lesser-known part of Hampshire, Eastleigh still packs a punch with an array of things to do. Not far from Southampton or Winchester, discover some of the amazing things you can do in and around Eastleigh with our top 10 highlights.

From heartwarming Valentine’s dates to February half term adventures, and stargazing to snowdrops, we’ve rounded up our top picks of events happening in Hampshire this February.

An ancient market town, Petersfield is set in the heart of the South Downs National Park.
With a vibrant arts scene and lots of opportunities for outdoor adventures, there’s plenty to see and do in and around Petersfield.

Keep your children entertained when you go out for a meal with some great family-friendly places to eat which feature indoor or outdoor play areas.

Set in the north of the Test Valley, Andover is easily accessible by both road and rail, with regular trains from London. 

Often overlooked, Andover has a fascinating history, much of which can be explored in its two museums. 

From a new ride making a splash at the UK’s Number 1 Family Theme Park to a fresh summer festival in Southampton, and an out-of-this-world wonder coming to Winchester to international cricket fixtures, we’ve rounded up the hot new happenings in Hampshire for 2024.

Don’t make plans for hibernation just yet, there are plenty of exciting events happening this January in Hampshire to get 2024 started with a bang – here’s where to find the fun.

2024 is shaping up to be a bumper year in Hampshire with epic events already planned along with heaps of fun activities to enjoy throughout the year ahead. To get your year off to a great start, we’ve put together 24 things to do in 2024 in Hampshire.

Whether you’re a veggie or vegan, a dabbling flexitarian, or you just fancy a bit more veg in your life, these plant-based eateries are sure to hit the spot this Veganuary.