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High-Speed Hydrofoils return to the Solent: SailGP hits Hampshire this July

The global phenomenon of elite foiling catamaran racing is coming back to Hampshire. On 25–26 July 2026, the ⁠Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth will take over the Solent. Following a completely sold-out debut event in the county last summer, Round 8 of the global championship promises to deliver the most adrenaline-fueled weekend […]



Historian Dan Snow opens Buckler’s Hard’s new exhibition ‘Beaulieu River at War’

The Buckler’s Hard Shipyard Trust has officially opened its latest exhibition, Beaulieu River at War, with historian and broadcaster Dan Snow attending the launch. Running from 1 June through to the end of October, the exhibition explores the profound impact of the Second World War on the Beaulieu River and surrounding estate. Dan Snow said: […]



Hampshire garden teams are set to bloom at Beaulieu

Talented teams from Hampshire have designed a collection of stunning gardens that are sure to inspire at this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair at Beaulieu (1 – 3 May). From impressive Showcase Gardens to eye-catching Beautiful Borders, these local, green-fingered folk have a passion for plants that they can’t wait to share with the […]



Dyeing to show horticultural talent at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026

Sparsholt College Group are exhibiting a Natural Dye Garden this year at the world famous flower show. It focuses on the amazing colours plants give us. Madder gives red, weld a yellow and indigo and woad are used for blue. These give the primary colours. Common kitchen items such as carrots, onions and walnuts also […]



Gardening gloves at the ready for the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair 2026 at Beaulieu

The BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair returns to beautiful Beaulieu in the New Forest, Hampshire from Friday 1 – Sunday 3 May. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned grower, this vibrant day out has a host of horticultural highlights, plus delicious food and drink, and live music. From bulbs to pond plants, gardening gloves […]



Hampshire History Trust announces double‑bill Midweek Musings event: Adventures to the Southern Hemisphere

Hampshire History Trust has announced the second event in its 2026 Midweek Musings lecture series: Adventures to the Southern Hemisphere. Join highly sought-after speaker and Honorary Professor at the University of Winchester Ed Rochead and BAFTA award-winning broadcaster, TV presenter and historian Dan Snow for a night of remarkable journeys, bold exploration and unforgettable history. […]



Enjoy unforgettable experiences with the world-famous Flying Scotsman at The Watercress Line

Steam enthusiasts and families alike will have the chance to make unforgettable memories with the world’s most famous steam locomotive, Flying Scotsman, when it comes to The Watercress Line in Hampshire this March. A thrilling programme of experiences will run throughout the event, giving visitors the chance to encounter a piece of living history and […]



Go below decks on Steamship Shieldhall on their new experience days

2026 gives a rare opportunity to step behind the scenes and explore parts of Shieldhall that most visitors never get to see. There are new Below Decks Tours — a special off-season experience that takes you right into the heart of Britain’s largest working steamship, while directly supporting her future. Dates Each tour runs from […]



Illuminated owl flying display reimagined for higher highs

The Winter Woodland Lights event at the Hawk Conservancy Trust is a wonderful spectacle to start the year. Already established as a popular mood-enhancing event, ‘Winter Woodland Lights’ owl flying displays have been reimagined for their fifth year. The event is an immersive illuminated wildlife experience, perfect for the whole family. Organisers at the bird […]



A Palace House Christmas tells the magical story of pantomime at Beaulieu

The first A Palace House Christmas is now open for visits to Beaulieu with a 14ft pantomime dame, fantastical mummer creatures, life-size Pollock theatre and theatrical installations to tell the magical story of pantomime. The new event was opened by Lord Montagu and Charlotte Lloyd Webber, who created the festive masterpiece with Adrian Lillie and […]