October 2024 Whats On

TODDLER TALK WORKSHOP
1 Oct 1-2.30pm
Salvation Army Ch 85 White’s Way SO30 2GL
Exploring the importance of supporting and developing your 2+ toddler’s speech and language. Tickets hampshirerehealthyfamilies.org.uk
PUMPKIN TIME AT SUNNYFIELDS FARM
1-31 Oct
Sunnyfields Farm SO40 9FX 02380 861 266
Choose your pumpkin to carve, paint, or decorate your home.
VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS
4 Oct 5.45pm
Winchester Cathedral London Concertante bring Four Seasons and Vaughan-Williams’ ‘The Lark Ascending’ to life.
BOTLEY SCHOOL AUTUMN FESTIVAL
5 Oct 12-4pm
Botley CofE Primary School SO30 2EA
CARLTON PLACE MARKET
5 Oct 10am-4pm
Carlton Plc SO15 2DY 07305 853 109
Monthly community market featuring local artisans, crafts, baked goods, gifts, and more!
SOUTHAMPTON CONCERT WINDBAND
5 Oct 7.30pm
Rose Theatre, Barton Peveril College
Featuring Alastair Penman on saxophone scwb.org.uk
ST. GILES HILL GUIDED WALK
5 Oct 2.30-4pm
Winchester Visitors Information Centre Explore its Bronze Age site, medieval fair and views of Winchester.
MONTHLY SUNDAY CRAFT FAIR
6 Oct 11am-3pm
HSDC South Downs College 07305 853 109
Unique handmade items, from gorgeous jewellery to stunning ceramics. An ideal opportunity to support your local artisans.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON OPEN DAY
6 Oct 10am-4pm
Highfield Campus
AI FOR BUSINESS SOLENT TECH WEEK
8 Oct 9.30-2.30pm
Fareham Innovation Centre PO13 9FU
KnowNow – AI Business for Beginners Learn how AI can revolutionise your business strategies and stay ahead in the competitive market. Network with like-minded individuals and experts in the field. Booking essential via Eventbrite only
WOODLAND BIRDS OF THE NEW FOREST
10 Oct 7.30pm
Wallington Vill Hall, Broadcut, Fareham 01425 277 105
Wilder Fareham hosts Marcus Ward from Wild New Forest; a not-for-profit community Interest company based in New Forest National Park.
THE BIG SUSTAINABILITY EXPO
10 Oct 10am-3.30pm
Hilton Southampton Free to attend
PORTSMOUTH CAREERS FAIR
11 Oct 10am-2pm
Portsmouth Guildhall
WHAT’S WRONG WITH THE BRITISH ECONOMY AND HOW CAN WE FIX IT?
11 Oct 6.30pm
The Lecture Hall, Salisbury Museum 01722 326546
Paul Johnson is a leading figure in British economics. the complexities of the 2024 British economy, examining ongoing challenges and analysing solutions to ensure a more prosperous future. £20
EASTLEIGH COMMUNITY SHOWCASE 2024
12 Oct 10-2pm
Pavillion on the Park
50 amazing groups, clubs and organisations with stalls to share what they do in the community and welcome volunteers to get involved.
EASTLEIGH PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
12 Oct 10am-6pm
Leigh Rd Precinct Fancy dress competition, pumpkin competitions, fairground, music & a DJ, food trucks, stalls, performances. Licensed Bar. Free to attend
HAMPSHIRE POLICE MALE VOICE CHOIR AUTUMN CONCERT
12 Oct 7pm
All Saints Ch, Denmead PO7 6NN tickets £12
SOLSKATE ROLLER DISCO
12 Oct 5-9pm
Park Lane, Fareham
WINCHESTER FARMERS MARKET
13 Oct 9am-2pm
High Street SO23 9BL hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk
FAREHAM WINE CELLAR PORTFOLIO WINE TASTING 2024 TOUR OF 2024
16 Oct 2pm
Lysses Ho Hotel, 28 High St PO16 7AE SO43 7GL 023 8081 2297
Over 150 fantastic wines and spirits on show with exhibitors coming from far and wide. £20pp 18+ Tickets from the shop
LAST TOUR OF 2024 FURZEY GARDENS ESTATE
16 Oct 8.30-10am
Minstead SO43 7GL
023 8081 2297
Join Estates Manager Andrew for a guided tour of the gardens, horticultural highlights, learn about the garden’s history.
XERO WORKSHOP
17 Oct 8-11.30am
BizSpace Whitley PO15 7FP
Workshop by Lewis Brownlee Chartered Accountants for business owners and individuals who want to maximise their use of Xero. Free. Booking essential on Eventbrite only
SPORTS & GAMES AT CHANDLER’S FORD CENTRAL CLUB
Snooker – Mon eve
Billiards – Wed eve
Cribbage – Thurs eve
Pool – Tue, Wed & Thurs eve
Chess – Tues eve
Darts – Wed eve
New membership for 2024 ceases on 30 Sept. Join from £27.75 (65+) £38.75 (u65) Call 023 8026 8481 or pop in for a chat and a tour.
HARRY POTTER BOOK DAY
17 Oct 10-4pm
The Book Shop
Lee-on-the-Solent PO13 9DD 01489 576 248
Celebrating all things Harry Potter in conjunction with Bloomsbury . Dress up and pop in for Harry Potter activities at the activity table plus discounts on everything Harry Potter. Free
SOUTHAMPTON CAREERS FAIR
18 Oct 10am-2pm
St Mary’s Stadium
Free to attend
CIDER MAKING COURSE
19-20 Oct 9am-4pm
Upper Neatham Mill Farm GU34 4EP 07748 008 608
Join our two-day cider-making course to learn theory and practical skills. Press juice, ferment cider, and take home a gallon to craft your first batch.
CANOE HALLOWEEN TREASURE HUNT
19-26 Oct
New Forest Activities SO42 7WA
01590 612 377
Treat (not trick) your little monsters to some scarily good fun on the Beaulieu River Canadian canoes.
CREATE A WILLOW PIGLET
19 Oct 10am-5pm
Comm Ctr, SO53 2FT 07981 013704
Booking req’d.
CIDER MAKING COURSE
19-20 Oct 9am-4pm
Upper Neatham Mill Farm GU34 4EP
07748 008 608
Join this two-day cider-making course to learn theory and practical skills. Press juice, ferment cider, and take home a gallon to craft your first batch.
LYNDHURST DOLLS HOUSE FAIR
20 Oct 10.30-3pm
Lyndhurst Com Ctre SO43 7NY
Pushchairs/prams or dogs not allowed in the fair rooms.
GREAT SOUTH RUN
20 Oct
Southsea Seafront PO5 3ST
CRAFT YOUR BUSINESS NARRATIVE MASTERCLASS
24 Oct 1-2pm
The Old Bond Store SO14 3BH 023 8235 5800
How to create and deliver your business story hosted by Sarina Mann, Breakthrough Public Speaking. Free
NIGHT SKY LIVE
24 Oct & 7 Nov Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium 01962 863 791
Stargaze in the South Downs National Park, identifying stars, constellations, and planets with a guide.
FROM REFUGEE TO CANCER PIONEER
24 Oct 11am-1pm
Portsmouth Uni, FTC Portland Bdg PO1 3HE
Celebrating the achievements of Shakar Jafari, founder of TrueInvivo, a pioneering MedTech company developing revolutionary cancer treatment technology. Discover her inspiring journey from refugee to cancer pioneer.
GIANT INDOOR MARKET
26 Oct 10am-2pm
Fareham Leisure Ctr PO16 7JU
HMS SULTAN BONFIRE & FIREWORKS NIGHT
26 Oct 5-10.45pm
HMS Sultan PO12 3BY 02392 546 284 royalnavy.mod.uk/news-and-latest-activity/events/
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION’S FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE
27 Oct 3pm
The Point
Featuring music from The Band of the Hampshire Constabulary and French singer Muriele.
Proceeds The Poppy Appeal. £13
LIGHTS OUT – WINCHESTER MUSEUM
27 Oct 8.15-9pm
Winchester City Museum
Discover the city’s spine-tingling past with stories including King Alfred the Great who managed to stop the Vikings from taking over Winchester to Alice Lisle who was accused of treason and executed near the museum
SCIENCE MUSEUM THE LIVE SHOW
27 Oct 12:30-5:30pm
New Theatre Royal
02392 649 000
The Science Museum tour features Mark Thompson’s stage show, sparking curiosity and imagination for ages 6+
ANTIQUE & MILITARIA FAIR
27 Oct 10am-3pm
Petersfield Festival Hall GU31 EA
AUTUMN STEAM UP
27 Oct 11am-4pm
Bursledon Brickworks SO31 7HB 01489 576 248
Halloween themed activities
SCIENCE MUSEUM THE LIVE SHOW
27 Oct 12:30-5:30pm
New Theatre Royal Portsmouth 02392 649 000
The Science Museum tour features Mark Thompson’s stage show, sparking curiosity and imagination for 6+.
MURDER MYSTERY FINE DINING TRAIN
Until 2 Nov
6:30-10:50pm
Watercress Line SO24 9JG 01962 733 810 watercressline.co.uk/murder-mystery-evening
WINCHESTER BONFIRE NIGHT & FIREWORKS – EARLY BIRD TICKETS!
9 Nov from 6pm
The torchlight procession (6pm and free) is an annual tradition in Winchester and it’s free to join. Buy a wax torch and walk the route before the lighting of the bonfire (7.15pm) and the firework display (7.45pm). £6pp during September online
winchesterbonfire.co.uk