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 The world's toughest yacht race |
Ocean Village Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3JS United Kingdom |
Here's your chance to watch the finish of the world's toughest yacht race and cheer home the crews as they complete a 30,000 mile voyage against prevailing winds and currents. The race finish can be watched from either Ocean Village or Mayflower Park. Southampton buzzes at events like this and there will be lots of entertainment, fireworks and displays and even the chance to get yourself on TV. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Film fantasy |
Harbour Lights Cinema Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3TL United Kingdom +44 1703 63 5335 http://www.bbc.co.uk/southampton/ |
This unique annual online film festival showcases the works of both aspiring filmmakers and professionals through a new medium: the internet. Participants from across the world can send in their entries, which are then judged by a film critic. Organized by the BBC Southampton in association with Harbour Lights Cinema and City Eye, this festival aims at promoting short films, and targets at a worldwide audience. Winners are awarded a certificate, and their film screened at the Harbour Lights Picture House. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Annual charity raiser |
Unit C, Hills Barn Apuldram Lane South Southampton, West Sussex PO20 7EG United Kingdom +44 870 950 9669 (Ticket Hotline) http://www.chichester-rajf.co.uk/ |
The Chichester Real Ale and Jazz Festival was started in 1980 by a group of volunteers, mainly drawn from Chichester Priory Park Cricket and Hockey Club, who wanted to raise money for local charities whilst enjoying great bands and the UK's best beers. Today, over 7000 people attend the festival, held every year in Chichester's beautiful Priory Park, over four evenings in July. As well as excellent live music, beers on offer at the festival have included Copperwinkle, Summer Lightning and Priory Quaffing Ale. The evenings often sell out, so tickets should be bought in advance. All profits are distributed through a variety of local charities. This year's event will be held on the 11th-14th July. There will be a performance by Robert Cray, a blues night and a tribute act night featuring Utter Madness and The Strolling Bones. Tickets cost between £16 and £25 depending on the night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Historical Portsmouth Football Spot |
Frogmore Rd Southampton PO4 8RA United Kingdom +44 0871 230 1898 http://www.pompeyfc.co.uk |
The Portsmouth Football Club call Fratton Park Stadium their home. Fratton Park has been a part of the city since the 1800s and still attracts thousands of football fans from around England and Europe. Check website for full details on the Portsmouth Football team, game schedules and results, tickets and further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than just football |
Britannia Rd Southampton, Hants SO14 5FP United Kingdom +44 870 220 0000 http://www.saintsfc.co.uk/ |
Home to the Southampton Football Club, affectionately known as The Saints, St. Mary's Stadium is one of the more luxurious stadiums in Great Britain. With unobstructed views of the field and the two large TV screens, St. Mary's offers a great game every time. In addition, there are suites and rooms perfect for weddings, banquets, parties, and business conferences. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular Army, Navy and RAF show |
The Royal Armouries, Fort Nelson Down End Road, Fareham Southampton, Hampshire PO17 6AN United Kingdom +44 1329 23 3734 http://www.royalarmouries.org/ |
Experience thrilling displays and live music from the Army, Navy and RAF at this spectacular show inside The Royal Armouries at Fort Nelson. There will also be horse drawn artillery, flypasts, gun firings and explosions. The show will climax with a massive fireworks display to the sound of massed bands. As well as enjoying the show, you can explore Fort Nelson's 19th century underground tunnels and learn something of the history of artillery through the ages at the Museum of Artillery. Regular artillery is also in action at the fort. Advance tickets cost £10 for adults, £8 for children and senior citizens. Combined tickets for the Military Tattoo and Summer Band Concert are available at £17.50 for adults and £14 for children and senior citizens. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Discover Hampshire's finest foods |
Various venues Southampton, Hampshire SO23 United Kingdom +44 (0)1962 84 5999 http://www.hampshirefare.co.uk |
Discover Hampshire's fine foods, crafts and restaurants, as well its chefs, local farmers and producers, at this annual festival. It takes place throughout Hampshire in June and offers the chance to not only taste local food and drink, but find out how it is made. Events include farmers' markets, bee-keeping demonstrations, vineyard tours and ice cream and asparagus tastings. Hampshire pubs and restaurants also serve special local dishes during the week. The festival culminates in a day of activities in Winchester, including a local producer food hall selling local specialities and a gourmet food court where signature dishes from some of Hampshire's best restaurants may be sampled. The festival is held at several venues in the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of the UK's biggest dance festivals |
Matterley Bowl Southampton, Hampshire SO24 0HU United Kingdom +44 (0)8702 40 7835 / +44 (0)7976 43 9289 http://south.hififestival.co.uk/ |
Steeped in history, home to Alfred the Great and the burial place of Jane Austen, Winchester is not the place you would expect to find thousands of clubbers partying until 6a, but the city hosts one of the UK's biggest annual dance festivals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Annual sea festival |
4 The Parade (PP88) HM Naval Base Southampton, Hampshire PO1 3NB United Kingdom +44 870 043 3929 http://www.festivalofthesea.co... |
Over 1000 ships will be on display at the Naval Base in Portsmouth, including Tall Ships and small, classic and modern vessels. There will be exhibitions and stalls and the crowds will also be kept entertained by musicians and performers. The festival was held in Southampton in 2000, when it was renamed Festival of the Oceans, but it has returned back up the coast to Portsmouth. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest equestrian and agricultural event in the mid-south |
New Park Brockenhurst Southampton, Hampshire SO42 7QH United Kingdom +44 1590 62 2409 http://www.newforestshow.co.uk/ |
The New Forest Show is the largest equestrian and agricultural event in the mid-south and has been entertaining people since 1920. Every year there is show-jumping, dairy breeds and sheep and donkeys, not to mention hunky men in shorts whizzing up poles or wielding axes! You will also find the Gurkhas Band, flowers, wine, bees, antiques, hundreds of trade stands and a food hall. Be sure to wear your ribbons. Special buses run to the show from Southampton City Centre. Every year in July - check with local tourist board for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge free pop concert |
The Common Southampton, Hampshire SO14 United Kingdom http://www.powerfm.com/ |
Every year in June more than 80,000 people pack onto Southampton Common for the biggest free concert in the south. Organised by Power FM, some of the biggest names in pop appear on stage, alongside up-and-coming artists. Expect a carnival atmosphere, bungee jumping and Power FM DJs. Previous festivals have featured appearances by Billie, Louise, Heather Small, Richard Blackwood, The Artful Dodger and Southampton's own local star Craig David. See the website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rigid inflatable boats exhibition |
Ocean Village Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3JS United Kingdom +44 1884 26 6100 http://www.isleofwight.com/ribex/ |
The RIBEX international boat show is the world's only international exhibition dedicated to Rigid Inflatable Boats. After initially being held in Weymouth, the show relocated in 2000 to Ocean Village, and now takes place on the Isle of Wight. The event's growth stands as testimony to the growth of the RIB industry and the high concentration of RIB users in the Solent area. There will be plenty of attractions and activities, with land and on-water exhibits, live demonstrations, entertaining displays and RIB rides. The show will appeal to anyone with an interest in RIBs or power boating in general. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cricket, Concerts, Conferences & More! |
Botley Rd West End Southampton, Hampshire SO30 3XH United Kingdom +44 023 8047 2002 http://www.rosebowlplc.com |
Home to Hampshire Cricket, the Rose Bowl is one of Southampton's greatest venues for sports, business and entertainment. Locals and visitors make their way to the Rose Bowl for international cricket matches, rock concerts, entertainment events and corporate conferences, banquets and parties. The venue also offers fitness classes, squash facilities and a 9-hole golf course. There is even a 131-bedroom hotel located at the entrance, the Express by Holiday Inn, convenient for travelers and multiple-day events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Largest single yacht race in the world |
Island Sailing Club - High Street, Cowes Southampton, Hampshire PO31 7RE United Kingdom +44 1983 29 6911 http://www.roundtheisland.org.uk/ |
The Round the Island Race is the largest single yacht race in the world. Run by the Island Sailing Club, it is a straight race around the Isle of Wight, starting and finishing at Cowes. About 1500 boats compete each year and any yacht of any shape or size can take part, as a handicapping system is used to determine the winner. Everyone that finishes receives a tankard and the victor collects the prestigious Roman Golden Bowl. Good vantage points to observe the action include The Needles, St. Catherine's Point and Ryde Pier, all on the Isle of Wight, and Hurst Point on the mainland. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Arts, music, dance and theatre |
87 Crane Street Southampton, Wiltshire SP1 United Kingdom +44 (0)1722 32 0333 (Box Office) http://www.salisburyfestival.c... |
Every year during May and June the scenic city of Salisbury comes alive with arts, music, dance and theatre, thanks to the annual Salisbury Arts Festival. It takes place at venues throughout the town, including around the famous cathedral. Previous participants in the festival have included the poet Andrew Motion and the former MP Jonathan Aitken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the deep |
Old Mill, Lower Quay Fareham Southampton, Hampshire PO16 0RA United Kingdom +44 1329 82 0485 http://www.seawork.com |
The Seawork Exhibition has been running successfully for 9 consecutive years. Held in the month of June, this exhibition gives insights on the marine industry. There is a focus on topics such as Raising Stability Awareness in the Fishing Industry, Small Commercial Vessels and The Pilot Boat Code of Practice. Discussions between Diving Contractors, UK Harbour Masters' Association, British Marine Federation and British Commercial Boat builders Association are also held. This is an international conference that discusses ways of improving the marine industry in the United Kingdom. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The world's largest sailing regatta |
18 Bath Road Southampton, Hampshire PO31 7QN United Kingdom +44 1983 29 5744 http://www.skandiacowesweek.co... |
Cowes Week is the world's largest sailing regatta. It features more than 900 boats, in over forty classes, with crews coming from all over the world. Each class of boat has its own championship, with races once a day for eight days. The races can be watched by the Royal Yacht Squadron promenade. In addition to the racing, there is an extensive social diary of events, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display on the Friday night starting at 9p. Admission is free. See website for yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than sixty real ales |
Southampton Guildhall West Marlands Road Southampton, Hampshire SO14 7LP United Kingdom +44 2380 83 2775 |
Enjoy more than sixty real ales, ciders and foreign and British bottled beers, all cooled to cellar temperature, at this annual festival, held in early June. Tastings are cheap and sometimes free and are often accompanied by live music, for which there is a small entrance fee. All events take place at Southampton Guildhall. Tickets and further information can be obtained from Southampton Tourist Office. See website for yearly details and more info on the real ale movement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Europe's largest on-water boat show |
Mayflower Park Southampton, Hampshire SO15 1HJ United Kingdom +44 115 912 9111 http://www.southamptonboatshow... |
The Southampton International Boat Show is the largest on-water boat show in Europe. Held every year in September, it features exhibits and boating and marine products from over 600 exhibitors. Hundreds of boats are on display, many of them afloat, including famous boats seen on television programs. Other special features of the show include water sport footage, fashion shows and interactive activities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular kite displays |
Lordshill Recreation Ground Southampton, Hampshire SO16 United Kingdom |
There will be fun for all the family at this spectacular two day kite festival, held in early June. Exciting displays will light up the sky and there will also be kite traders, a fun fair, refreshments and kiddie-kite workshops. There will be a barbeque on the first evening and possibly a steel band on the second. Once the light draws in, the event will climax with a stunning display of kites fitted with special nightglow lights. Organised by the Solent Kite Flyers, the festival will include a round of the Stack UK National Championships. See website's "events" section for dates and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Marine vehicles |
Oriel House, The Quadrant Richmond Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3ZH United Kingdom +44 23 8439 8892 http://www.uuvs.net |
The UUVS or the Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Showcase is an annual event that is held in the month of September. This event brings together experts from the fields of academics, military, scientific research and industry to discuss unmanned vehicles and their development in the marine industry. This conference is organized by Spearhead Exhibitions Limited in collaboration with the National Oceanography Center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Something for Everyone |
Broadway High Street Southampton, Hants SO23 9GH United Kingdom +44 196 284 0820 http://www.winchester.gov.uk/W... |
Winchester Guildhall is a Victorian house situated in the civic center of Winchester. This building hosts a large variety of events throughout the year, such as the Art & Craft Fair, the Winchester Book Fair, or the Bridal Showcase Wedding Fair. Review © 2007, Wcities |