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Your Guide

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Days out, days in, holiday health, competitions, reader offers and lots more inside!

The essential local magazine for families with children aged 0 - 12

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Dominated by the long six week school holiday, this issue is all about spending time together this summer.

We’ve brought together as many of the best local days out as we could squeeze in – twenty four jam packed pages of news, events, special offers, tips, competitions and holiday workshops, as well as lots of ideas for switching off the electricals and reconnecting with the family in the sun (fingers crossed!)

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Wishing you a very happy and sunny summer.

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News & views Water safety - the do’s and don’ts Alleviating the symptoms of Hayfever Our bumper guide to the summer!

Workshops and holiday camps What’s on guide Win tickets to two local family festivals!

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News & Views Take the summer reading challenge Children's reading can take a dip during the long summer holidays, so why not take part in this year's Summer Reading Challenge?

The challenge is open to children of all ages - Enter the Mythical Maze, if you dare!

Collect stickers for each book you read and navigate your way around the labyrinth of fantastical creatures.

When you complete the challenge, by reading 6 books, you will be invited to a winners event where you will collect your certificate and medal.

And it’s not just about books - our libraries have lots of special activities and craft sessions throughout the summer.

Portsmouth City Council Libraries are also looking for summer reading volunteers aged 12-19 to assist with children in our local libraries - a great way to share your love of reading.

If your child is interested in volunteering contact Pat Garratt patricia.garrett@portsmouthcc.gov.uk Tel: 02392 688066.

Find out more about the challenge at:

www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk www.readingagency.org.uk Nessy and chums - © Sarah McIntyre

Arts & craft stalls, buskers and performers now welcome on Southsea Seafront Portsmouth City Council Seafront Services have advised that people selling home-made goods – arts and crafts - can now trade on Southsea Seafront free of charge.

The opportunity is open seven days a week from 10am until 8pm. Street Performers (non-music) may also perform along the promenade to utilise the area between the Pyramids and South Parade Pier, so long as they do not obstruct other users in any way. Buskers no longer require any license/permission from Portsmouth City Council and are also welcome.

Nick Courtney, who initiated the Facebook page ‘The peoples plan for Southsea’ which has been working for over a year now discussing potential ideas for improving Southsea, said ‘this is an amazing opportunity to liven up Southsea Seafront and I would like to thank Portsmouth City Council Seafront Services and the members of the group for their ideas and suggestions, many of which are still being discussed and hopefully will also be enabled in the near future.’

There are certain rules regarding this new opportunity, so please contact Nick Courtney on 07952 967948 with any questions, or post a question in the relevant section on the ‘The Peoples plan for Southsea’ facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/thepeoplesplanforsouthsea

Brain Tumour Research increasing awareness to hat-tastic heights BTR would like to say a huge thank you to children, families, schools and academies across the UK that helped make Wear A Hat Day a big success this year. The enthusiasm and creativity displayed by our young supporters was inspiring.

Schools and families play such an important role in raising awareness and funds for research. You are all heroes and with your annual commitment we can take this campaign to ever increasing hat-tastic heights.

The monies are still coming in and it’s not too late to send funds generated to the charity, whatever the amount. Cheques can be posted to Wear A Hat Day, Brain Tumour Research, The Business Centre, Padbury Hill Farm, Padbury, Buckingham, Bucks, MK18 2BN. Wear A Hat Day 2015 will take place on Friday 27th March.

Join in with one of the UK’s most important and fun charity events and together we can save lives.

Register by emailing wearahatday@braintumourresearch.org or call 01296 733011.

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Hampshire children need foster carers “We foster because we really enjoy providing a happy and nurturing home for a child to welcome them, help them to feel safe and part of our team”.

These are the words of Jules and Stephen from Hampshire who have been fostering for just over three years. In this time they have looked after seven children, the eldest being 13 years old and the youngest just four days old.

“Fostering can make a hugely positive change for the better for a child but it's also great fun and learning not just for the children but for us and our family too,” continues Jules.

“Our own children are great role models and for us being a foster family is really a family affair.”

Hampshire Fostercare has a range of fostering opportunities, both short and longer term. We offer an excellent package of training before and after approval, and regular on-going support to people interested in becoming foster carers.

We are currently particularly looking for homes for older children and teenagers, children with disabilities or special needs and sibling groups.

If you have a spare room and the time to care then please get in touch. You don’t need to own your home or be part of a couple to foster. Visit www.hants.gov.uk/ fostering or call 0845 6035620

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News & Views

The campaign is a brilliant antidote to the modern obsession with indoor screen-time and a celebration of all that is fun about childhood and the great outdoors.

This summer, some of the National Trust sites are offering family activity days throughout the holidays, a chance for families to have fun outdoors trying some of the things on the list (Normal admission charges apply to the sites) from creating wild art to making a grass trumpet! Download the full list for free at www.50things.org.uk. You never know, it could keep them quiet for a short time at least!

Local summer holiday activity days: Activity days - Tuesdays Motisfont Gardens, Isle of Wight Activy days - Thursdays Newtown Nature Reserve, Isle of Wight Wild craft days - Wednesdays Uppark House, Petersfield

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Other National Trust sites in the area: Selborne Common Selborne, Hampshire, GU34 3JR Harting Down, West Sussex, GU31 5PN Bembridge Fort, near Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO36 8QY Borthwood Copse, near Winford, Isle of Wight Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for more sites and details.

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‘ We foster to enable children with specific needs to prosper and reach their full potential.’

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What we liked on Facebook!

Group name: ‘Creative Kids - Portsmouth and close by’ What’s it all about? A local open group for parents and carers of children sharing lots of great ideas for craft, cookery and learning at home. Members are welcome to post links of ideas they have seen or pictures and descriptions of projects done with their own children. Join in the fun!

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Water Safety

Before children, going on holiday was a very different experience. Gone are the days of relaxing care free by the pool, cocktail in one hand, book in the other. Now we have to keep a constant eye on our children, which can prove difficult as they zoom off in different directions!

Accidents do happen, but here are some suggestions to avoid the worst.

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When you arrive spend some time checking out the facilities straight away – Could a toddler squeeze between the bars or climb over the edge of the balcony? Are there gaps in the fence around the hotel or pool? Find out where the fire escapes are and any meeting points. Go for a walk around the pool, beach, lake or river, looking for any hazards, such as rocks, and where the emergency equipment is.

Ask if there is a lifeguard on duty at the pool.

Remember, a pool attendant isn’t the same as a lifeguard and might not have the same qualifications.

It’s worth evaluating your own ability to help if there’s an accident. Think about your first aid and resuscitation skills.

Consider taking a first aid course before you leave. Find advice on the St Johns Ambulance website on www.sja.org.uk

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If you’re renting a villa with a pool, make sure your child can’t wander outside unsupervised, particularly before you’re awake in the morning. If you can’t stop them going outside, nominate an adult to be a “lifeguard” by the pool at all times.

Inflatables are not a substitute for supervision. ‘‘My son was wearing arm bands and a rubber ring when he tipped forward while in the pool. His face was submerged and because of the angle of the rubber ring, he was unable to pull himself back upright. Luckily we saw it happen and were straight in to rescue him, but it just proves that even when you think they are safe, something can still go wrong’’.

Don’t let your children swim alone, even if you think they are a strong swimmer. Don’t let them dive or jump into unknown depths of water.

Read the water safety information signs at the beach, and ask a lifeguard or tourist information officer where the safest area to swim is. Ask whether there are any dangerous currents or tides in the sea.

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Family health Avoidance Avoiding the allergen can help (i.e. mattress covers, removing the pet, or staying indoors) can help but this is not always practical and usually not enough on its own.

Medication Daily antihistamines can be taken all year round, but make sure it’s a non-sleepy one as some (like Piriton) can affect school performance.

They can be taken all year round. Next step up is nasal steroids and newer ones are much safer. Use them every day when you have symptoms and point spray to the outside of the nose and no HARD sniffing, keep the medicine in the nose to work at least 10 minutes.

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Hayfever

If you are averse to medication for children or are pregnant, purchasing a good quality air purifier can be really beneficial in alleviating symptoms inside your home all year round. They can also be useful for removing food odours, cigarette smoke and airborne bacteria.

Alleviating the symptoms

Hay fever (Seasonal allergic rhinitis) is on the increase and can affect children of any age, and it's more likely in a child who’s had eczema, food allergy or asthma.

The classic symptoms to look out for are an itchy nose, red eyes, watery discharge from nose or eyes or a blocked nose.

Seasonal hay fever is due to pollens – usually tree pollen in the spring, grass pollen in summer and moulds in the winter.

But all year long, allergic rhinitis can also be due to house dust mites or pet hairs. And the best way to find the cause is by allergy testing which your GP should offer.

This is particularly important because allergic rhinitis can affect sleep, concentration and the symptoms can lead to embarrassment, wheezy chests and a drop in exam grades at school. With the right treatment it can be well controlled in the majority of children.

For lots of useful information on allergic rhinitus and other allergies visit www.allergyuk.org

Cleaning your nasal passages

Regularly cleaning your nasal passages (known as nasal douching or irrigation) with a salt water solution can also help by keeping your nose free of irritants. Trying to get a child to perform this may provide more stress than benefit! It could however be a useful treatment for willing adults. You can find advice on how to do this on the NHS website by searching ‘Treating allergic rhinitis’.

Herbal treatments Wendy Budd of Budd’s Herbal Apothecary of Southsea recommends Vitamin C as well as teas made from the plants Eyebright (Eupharasia officinalis) and Stinging Nettle (if dried correctly).

Wendy is always happy to give help and advice on a range of health matters. You can speak to her on 023 9236 9561.

Immunotherapy In very severe cases, Immunotherapy can be helpful. Immunotherapy involves gradually introducing more and more of the allergen into your body to make your immune system less sensitive to it. However, Immunotherapy is controversial and must only be carried out under the close supervision of a specially trained doctor because there is a risk it may cause a serious allergic reaction.

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Bumper Guide to the Summer

Summer is a great time to enjoy being together with your family.

But these days, even together time is often dominated by mobile phones, tablets, TV and the like. According to a recent survey though, even kids themselves recognise the need to unplug and welcome the chance to ‘do something different’. Joanna Moorhead gives us ideas about what that ‘something different’ might be - from great days out, to great days in - this is your bumper guide to the summer holidays!

Fishbourne Roman Palace

Roman Way, Chichester, PO19 3QR Tel: 01243 785859

10am – 5pm Adult £8.70, child £4.30, family (2+2 or 1+4) £22.00

This summer Fishbourne Roman Palace are offering plenty of opportunities to beat the boredom blues. From 22nd July to 1st August, visitors can have a go at being an archaeologist.

Thursdays in August are Summer Fun days, a modern take on ancient crafts with lots of activities and things to make and do. 9th and 10th August is Gladiator weekend with gladiatorial contests in the formal garden. Offering guided tours and an interactive area for children.

Paultons Park Romsey, Hampshire SO51 6AL 023 8081 4442 10am – 5:30pm Adult and child over 1 metre £27, under 1 metre free, family (2+2) £104. Save by booking tickets online in advance The brand new enchanting doubledecker Victorian Carousel ride is now open at Paultons Park. Set within 140 acres of beautiful parkland on the edge of the New Forest National Park, Paultons has a wide variety of children's rides, family rides and thrill rides to enjoy as well as adventure golf, the water kingdom a 4D Cinema and of course Peppa Pig World with rides, an indoor playzone and more!

Royal Marines Museum Eastney Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9PX. Tel: 023 9281 9385 10.00am - 5.00pm Adult £9.00, children (aged 5-16) £4.00, under 5’s free, family (2+2) £22.00 or family (1+2) £13 Over the summer at RMM visitors learn how to survive in hot conditions with jungle and desert themed survival activities. Take part in the bug eating challenge, build a shelter and forage for food and learn how to camouflage yourself. Part of their ‘Survival’ themed year of activities. Activities run in all weather conditions and are aimed for all the family to enjoy.

Fort Nelson Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham PO17 6AN, Tel: 01329 233734 10am – 4pm Free entry

Fort Nelson is home to more than 350 big guns, from pre-gunpowder siege machines to the massive 200-tonne railway gun. As well as a Victorian fort with tunnels and ramparts to explore there’s plenty of activities to keep the children entertained from 25 July – 31 August. Have a go on the Junior Assault Course (3+, £3.50) plus experience the power of the big guns at the Artillery in Action show (August only, 1pm, free).

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Exbury Gardens, Southampton, SO45 1AZ, Tel: 023 8089 1203 10am - 5pm Garden and rail combination tickets adult £14, child, £5.75, under 3’s FREE, family £38.75. Book online for these rates.

One of the finest woodland gardens in the country, from botanical rarities to masses of spectacular colour. The steam Railway follows a one and a quarter mile circular route on a 12 ¼” gauge - Children will enjoy spotting woodland animals, including deer, rabbits, squirrel, fox and frog, together with contemporary metal sculptures.

The train also passes a Plant Nursery and an Exotic Fruit Patch and on to a second lake - home to "Humpphrey, The Lake Moss Monster."

Royal Navy Submarine Museum Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, PO12 2AS. Tel: 023 9251 0354 10am -5.30pm Adults £14, child £10, family £38 Extra free family fun on your radar, join in with games, living history, puzzles, challenges, crafty antics and even water bombs! Different themed activities every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the holidays.

Spinnaker Tower Gunwharf Quays PO1 3TT Tel: 023 9285 7520 10am – 5:50pm (hours vary over the summer, check website) Adult £8.95, child (3 – 15 years) £6.95, Under 3’s FREE. Local residents receive discount – check website for detail.

From 14 July - 14 Sept take advantage of the summer family ticket for £26, a saving of 20% on standard prices. At 170 metres high you gain amazing 350º panoramic views stretching up to 23 miles of Portsmouth Harbour, the South coast and the Isle of Wight. Now with the i-view, interactive touch screens which provide an innovative and exciting way for visitors to interpret the breath-taking views. Children will love ‘walking on air’ across the glass floor.

Portsmouth Natural History Museum, Cumberland House Eastern Parade, Southsea, PO4 9RF 10.00am - 5.30pm Free Entry

The Natural History Museum is worth an afternoons visit, with an A - Z of Natural History display - From tiny insects, to fossils which are millions of years old.

Between May and September you can walk through the warm butterfly house filled with exotic butterflies as well as some beautiful foreign plants. Children can look through microscopes at various insects and fossils or complete giant wooden puzzles.

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South Downs Planetarium STD MAP 84x120mm 90710 CHICH>AG>2.3.11 Sir Patrick Moore Building, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8RP 01243 774400 or 07818 297292 Adults £6.00, child £4.00 – shows are suitable for children 6 plus – it is advisable to book tickets in advance, as some shows sell out quickly Journey to the stars this summer with an exciting range of star shows at the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester, located to the south of the City on the campus of the Chichester High Schools. (see our what’s on guide for show details). Centrepiece of the 100-seat auditorium is the magnificent star projector which displays over 4,500 pinpoint stars on the dome above your head. Using the star projector, shows will showcase the wonders of the summer night sky, and are suitable for would-be stargazers and astronauts aged 7 and upwards.

Butser Ancient Farm Chalton, PO8 0BG Tel: 023 9259 8838 10am - 5pm Adults £7.50, child £3.50, under 5’s free, family £18.50.

A unique experimental archaeological site and fascinating day out. Nestled into the rolling South Downs National Park, this ancient farm displays ongoing constructions of Iron Age buildings based on real sites, crops from prehistory and rare breeds of animals.

Queen Elizabeth Country Park and Butser Hill are close by too.

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Spectacular displays of gladiatorial contests.

Cheer your favourite Gladiator and determine the fate of the loser!

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Fire their imaginations this summer with a visit to Fort Nelson. Explore the galleries, tunnels and ramparts, plus don’t miss the daily big gun firing at 1pm.

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Midhants Railway ‘The Watercress Line’ Station Road Alresford SO24 9JG Tel: 01962 733810 Adult £18, child £12, under 2’s FREE, family £54. Book your tickets online at www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk to get your free gift or pay on the day.

Thomas & Friends return to the Watercress Line! Shake hands with the Fat Controller, meet Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends, take part in Thomas themed activities and ride the big steams trains all day! FREE Thomas sticker and certificate for every child!

FREE activities, bouncy slide, children’s entertainer and face painting! Rides with Thomas, Toad and Diesel all included in the ticket price. It’s a great family day out, not to be missed.

Portsmouth Tennis Centre Alex Way, Portsmouth, PO2 9AD Tel: 02392 660589 9am – 10pm (6pm on Saturdays) £39 per year for the whole family

The brand new Tennis Centre has a fantastic new family membership Tennis Unlimited - an annual outdoor tennis membership package for a family of up to 4 members. The memberships are available from 1st June 2014 and expire on 31st May 2015 and each family that signs up to the offer will be able to play outdoor tennis at the Portsmouth Tennis Centre and Charter Community Sports Centre for free.

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Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium Telegraph Way, Morn Hill, Winchester SO21 1HZ Tel: 01962 863791 10am - 4pm/ 10am - 5pm weekends Adult £9.00, child £6.50, Family Ticket £27.90, An additional £2.20 pp to include the Planetarium in your visit.

Book online and save 10% Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium (formally INTECH) houses 100 hands-on science exhibits and the UK's largest capacity digital Planetarium! Children of all ages and adults are able to explore science and technology of the world around us in an engaging and exciting way.

Owl & Monkey Haven 5 Acres Farm, Staplers Rd, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 2NB. Tel: 01983 530885 10am -- 6pm Daily Adult £8.99, child 3-14 £6.99

The Owl & Monkey Haven is home to one of the UK's most diverse collections of primates and birds of prey.

The multi-award winning Haven has been designed with its inhabitants needs and requirements taking full priority. Many of their animals have had traumatic events in their lives, and are given another chance of happiness and a care-free lifestyle. Watch the animals relax and play in spacious enclosures and enjoy the immaculate grounds and environment of the park.

SS Shieldhall Berth 48, Dock Gate 4, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN Tel: 023 8089 0532 Prices from adult £15, child £7.50, Family £40 - prices and times vary per cruise – see website for details.

SS Shieldhall is a Heritage steam ship and a member of the National Historic Fleet. Recognised to be the largest working steam ship of her type in Britain and probably Europe, she serves as a tribute to Britain's maritime heritage and a living reminder of the golden age of steam. SS Sheildhall sails special cruises throughout the summer- See what’s on section for more details.

Clarence Pier, Southsea, PO5 3AA Tel: 023 9282 1455 Unlimited ride wristbands are £11.99 for 12 - 5pm or £7.99 for 6pm - 9pm pp.

Clarence Pier is one of the largest amusement parks on the south coast with amusements, rides and activities for all the family. Admission to the rides is by individual tokens or unlimited ride wristbands, both of which can be bought from the ride token kiosk situated on the pier deck, Upgrade your wristband for 99p to include one go on Pier Pressure, the high rope course! (pictured below).

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Kids Stand Up Paddle Boarding Day Learn this fun activity with us, basic instruction, fun and games and a mini tour of the harbour.

£25 per child per day Lots more on offer!

£125 per child per week £25 per child per day. Weekly from 28th July

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Summer Guide Marwell Wildlife Park Colden Common Winchester SO21 1JH Tel: 01962 777407 Open 10am – 6pm during summer Adult £18, Child £14, Concession £15.50, Family (2+2) £60. Book and print your tickets online before you go to avoid the queues!

Weald & Downland Open Air Museum Singleton, Chichester, PO18 0EU, Tel: 01243 811363 10:30am – 6pm daily Adults £11.90, children 6.50, Family (2+3) £33.50, under 4’s FREE. Every Wednesday, from 6th – 27th August accompanied children will be able to enjoy Wonderful Wednesdays arts, crafts and traditional countryside activities. Children of all ages can get involved in a range of hands-on activities and outdoor trails, which are all located around the Museum’s 50 acre downland site. Make a Tudor bath bomb, help a blacksmith, learn about domestic Medieval life, see the working donkeys, have a go at badge making, brass rubbing and candle making and more. Plenty of undercover areas in wet weather. Activities from 11am – 4pm.

Moors Valley Country Park Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Dorset, BH24 2ET Tel: 01425 470721 8am - 8pm summer time.

Free entry - £8.50 for full day parking Moors Valley is a brilliant day out for everyone. Discover the Play Trail (wheelchair and push chair accessible) in the forest with its unique pieces of wooden play equipment and a 5 metre high tree top trail. The Adventure Play Area includes a zip slide, space net and a fortress of towers and crossings with a long tube slide. For younger children the Castle and Sandworks area has gentle slides and swings. A small authentic steam railway line runs around the park from (10.45am to 5.00pm - extra cost).

Go Ape also operate their Tree Top Junior course here for children over 1 metre tall (advanced booking necessary).

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Gosport Discovery Centre High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT Tel: 023 9252 3463 9am – 7pm (until 5pm Saturday, closed Sunday) FREE entry – some activities have a small charge but many are free. See What’s On guide for more details.

At the family friendly Gosport Discovery Centre there's plenty to keep the kids entertained. With a colourful Children's Library, dramatic interactive displays on Gosport’s history and life on the home front. Visit Monty - an interactive Woolly Mammoth display - and delve into the past with a collection of rocks and fossils.

There are always plenty of activities for everyone, including story time and rhyme times for younger children, clubs for older children. Described as the living room in the high street with relaxing seating areas, a selection of newspapers and magazines and the Book Worm Café.

This summer at Marwell you will find more than usual zoo life with their exciting new Rise of the Dinosaurs exhibit. Adventurers will be enthralled by awesome dinosaurs as they come to life with animatronics, roaring or even spitting at anyone who dares to get near them. Intrepid visitors may even meet a living Velociraptor ...watch out!

A must for any dinosaur fans!

Petersfield Open Air Pool Heath Rd, Petersfield GU31 4DZ Tel: 01730 265143

The only heated outdoor pool in Hampshire, heated to an average of 28deg C, is approx. 25m long and has a springboard and 3m-deep end. Public swimming takes place every day during the season. Check times online.

Summer Guide

Summer Workshops and Camps Upside Down, Inside Out artist lead workshops for ages 8 – 13 Aspex Gallery, The Vulcan Building Gunwharf Quays, PO1 3BF Tel: 023 9277 8080 11am – 3pm 30th Jul – 1st August, 15th – 17th August, 27th – 29th August This summer, Aspex are handing over the gallery to their younger visitors, to create work in artist led workshops for the exhibition Upside Down, Inside Out. Visitors to the gallery will also have the opportunity to add their artwork too! www.aspex.org.uk

3 day drama/dance schools for ages 10 - 16 3 Arts DAY DRAMA The Spring & Heritage Centre, Havant & 1BS DANCE Hampshire PO9 Tel: 023 9247SUMMER 2700 SCHOOL 10am – 4pm Drama 30th July – 1st Aug / Dance 20th – 22nd Aug

Drama 30toJuly-1 DRAMA - Learn how createAugust a play in 3 days and Dance 20-22 August work towards a small show on the last day.

10am-4pm DANCE - Learn to choreograph and perform a dance Age 10-16 Workshops for 5 – 7days £60ages for three

10am - 3pm Are you interested in the 30th Jul – 1st Aug/ 6th stage – 8th Aug/ 20th or how to – 22nd Aug

choreograph?

Would youworkshop Dancing, art, craft and story telling themed to perform and workCircus games, days - Princess andlike Prince, Roman mosaics, towards a small show?

New Drama Group for 4-7 year olds making masks and mobile, upcycling and more. Book single in association with Chichester Festival BOX OFFICE days or all three each week.

Theatre starting on Thu 25 Sept 4-5pm

ages023 8 –9247 12. 2700 www.thespring.co.uk 10am - 3pm, 6th – 8th August

(10 Workshops week term). for Call the Box Office to book your place.

56 East St., Havant, PO9 1BS

Creative art workshops – Make Roman clay pots, bird feeders and turn trash into accessories. Book single days or all three. www.thespring.co.uk

SUMMER WORKSHOPS This summer we are handing over the main gallery to our younger visitors.

We’ve got 3 artist-led workshops for 8-13s throughout the break!

Visitors to the gallery will also have chance to get involved too.

Check our website for loads more activities for kids.

www.aspex.org.uk

Teen Tennis for ages 11-16 Portsmouth Tennis Centre, Alex Way Portsmouth, PO2 9AD Tel: 02392 660589 11am – 1pm 13th & 27th August

Fun sessions for teens to learn how to play tennis or improve their skills - go along and try to beat the coaches!

Tennis Camp for ages 4 – 12 11am – 1pm Every Tuesday & Friday during the summer holidays.

A chance to use the brand new Tennis Centre; half the session will be structured coaching and the other half tennis based fun and games, try and beat the coaches!

Please take a drink - equipment supplied.

Camp Adventure for ages 7 + Portsmouth Watersports Centre, Eastern Road, PO3 5LY Tel: 023 9266 3873

9:30am – 5pm weekly (expect week of 11th August) Kayaking, the climbing wall with high ropes, den building, beach safari, crate stacking, outdoor sports, raft building, competitions, bushcraft skills, and much more. portsmouthwatersports.com

Super Camps - for ages 6 + West Hill Park School Titchfield, PO14 4BS and Kingscourt School, Catherington, PO8 9NJ 9am – 5pm (drop off from 8am – 6pm available) Weekly during the holidays Activities include sports, arts & crafts. Up to 8 activities per day - No 2 days the same! Suitable for children from 6 years. Book individual days or full weeks. www.supercamps.co.uk

3 DAY DRAMA & DANCE SUMMER SCHOOL

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Take advantage of our longer opening hours Workshop Dates: on the weekend.

Drama 30 July-1 August Dance 20-22 August 10am-4pm Age 10-16 £60 for three days

30 July - 1 August, 15-17 August, 27-28 August.

Sessions run from 11am-3pm.

Booking Info:

£18 a day or £50 for three days. Call 023 9277 8080 or email vicky@aspex.org.uk to book.

Find us in Portsmouth’s Gunwharf Quays - we’ve got a great child friendly Cafe too!

New Drama Group for 4-7 year olds in association with Chichester Festival Theatre starting on Thu 25 Sept 4-5pm (10 week term).

Call the Box Office to book your place.

Are you interested in the stage or how to choreograph? Would you like to perform and work towards a small show?

BOX OFFICE 023 9247 2700

www.thespring.co.uk 56 East St., Havant, PO9 1BS

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Summer Guide Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies Drama School for ages 7 – 12 years Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2QJ Tel: 023 9282 8282 9am – 5pm, 18th – 22nd August.

Performing arts summer school with a focus on acting, singing and dancing. At the end of the week parents are invited to an evening performance to see the production that the children have been rehearsing.

Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies Technical School for ages 10 – 16 18th – 22nd August (Mon - Wed 9am - 5pm, Thur 12 - 8pm, Friday 9am untill after the show)

Learn how to put on a stage show and work ‘behind the scenes’ in this week long Technical theatre course. Covering stage management, sound operation, lighting operation and design and use of special effects in theatre. Work on a full production.

Art school for ages 8 – 12 9.30am – 4pm, 26th – 29nd August

Led by resident artist Simon Whitcomb, create mementos that will forever be part of the building. Learn new techniques, composition, drawing and painting skills.

Summer Circus School for ages 7 - 12 years Gosport Discovery Centre, High Street, Gosport.

PO12 1BT Tel: 023 9252 3463 9.30am to 3.30pm 11 th -13th August Local circus skills expert Matt Blossom is back to run another of his incredible summer schools. Learn how to juggle, diablo and spin plates and will have a go at acrobatics and balancing! www.hants.gov.uk/gdc

Kip McGrath Summer Camp for ages 6 - 16 Northumberland Rd, Portsmouth, PO5 1DS and Priory School, Portsmouth Tel: 023 9275 5923 9am – 3pm, 18th – 22nd August

Exercise brains and bodies with Kip McGrath Professional Tuition Summer camp - 2½ hours of Maths and English tuition and 2½ hrs of trampolining and gymnastics each day. Each child is given a free assessment in reading, writing, spelling and maths to enable an individual programme to target their areas of weakness.

(Please check with all providers for costs)

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What’s On Your guide to all the best family events this July and August

WEALD & DOWNLAND OPEN AIR MUSEUM

Although we aim to be as accurate as possible, the events listed in our What’s On section are compiled several weeks beforehand and may be subject to change. Please contact venues in advance to check full details.

Spot the dot for free events

1 – 4 July

Portsmouth School's Music Festival

Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, PO1 2AB 023 9387 0200

Held annually with over 1500 students, aged 5 - 18, from Portsmouth taking part. The Festival includes choirs, musical ensembles, drama and dance performances as well as soloists and new talent from bands from local secondary schools.

Each evening begins at 6.30pm.

Tickets are available on the door, starting from £4

4 July

Hubble's Glorious Universe Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8RP, 01243 774400 www.southdowns.org.uk

In April 2013, the Hubble Space Telescope celebrated 23 momentous years in Earthorbit. During this time it has made many exciting discoveries which have revolutionised our knowledge of the Universe. It has also captured thousands of glorious images of the wonders of the night sky. Come to the Planetarium to enjoy Hubble's greatest achievements, including many of its most beautiful and scientifically important pictures.

7.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

5 July

Summer Fair and Dog Show

Castle Field, Southsea Common, Portsmouth, PO5 3NS Enter your dog in up to 10 fun categories for the Dog Show.

Summer Fair to include stalls, entertainment arena and other fun activities for all the family, including refreshments. 10am to 5pm/£2.50 per ticket per category for Dog Show entries

Storytelling

The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre, East Street, Havant

Magical worlds, faraway places and silly stories all brought to life by the inimitable storyteller Nikki Kidd. In the Café, for 4–8 years, Free - children accompanied by an adult

FULL SIZE & MINIATURE STEAM ENGINES, VINTAGE FAIR, WORKING DEMONSTRATIONS, STEAM-POWERED GALLOPERS, VINTAGE & COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, MINIATURE RAILWAYS, FOOD AND VINTAGE MUSIC.

10.30 - 5PM www.wealddown.co.uk

Sunset Party in the Park

Marwell Wildlife, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JY 01962 777407

This year’s event has a Dinosaur twist where guests will have out of hours access to our Rise of the Dinosaurs event, be able to see the animals at sunset and enjoy special talks. Party at the inflatable’s area, bounce on the bouncy castle and challenge the inflatable bungee run, all this and more...fun for all the family.

Juggling Inferno – Fantastic fire performers. Food outlets will be serving a range of tasty meals around the zoo and Tickets cost £16 for adults, £12 for children (3 to 16) and under 3s are free. Tickets in advance only at marwell.org.uk 6.30pm - 9.30pm.

6 July

Summertime Stars, Moon and Planets Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8RP 01243 774400 www.southdowns.org.uk

On late Spring and Summer evenings - if the skies are clear - we can see some familiar star patterns, including the Great Bear, Leo, (the Lion), Virgo, (the Maiden), Scorpius, (the Scorpion), and many others. In July and August, from dark locations, the faintly glowing band of the Milky Way will be seen arching right across the sky. There is also a fine display of planets. The lovely Red Planet Mars is seen as soon as

AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND This nostalgic 1950s-themed weekend from 22 – 24 August is the ultimate family day out with a spectacular firework display after racing on the Friday.

Adult tickets from £10 with free child admission For tickets or hospitality call 01243 216610 or visit www.goodwood.com

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What’s On darkness falls, and the beautiful ringed planet Saturn is also well placed. Come to the Planetarium for a breathtaking tour of the night sky and to find out more about what there is to be seen on clear evenings in late spring and summer. 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for under 16s.

10 July

Teddy Bears Picnic

Beddow Library, Milton Road, Portsmouth, PO4 8PR

12 – 1pm. Bring your favourite furry friend and a packed lunch.

Listen to stories and do some colouring in the library, then outside for a craft activity under the newly decorated tree and picnic (weather permitting) A free booklet for every child who attends. 023 9268 8144

12 July

Summer Festival

Christchurch London Road, Widley, PO7 5AT, 023 9237 5360 Entertainment including Portsmouth City Band, Pompey Pluckers, zumba drummers and 2 local choirs, family fun zone, loads of stalls and home made refreshments. Free admission 12 - 4pm. vicar@ christchurchportsdown.org

12 - 13 July

The South Downs Woodfair and Country Show Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean, PO8 0QE 023 9259 5040 Watch fascinating displays and demonstrations, listen to live music, eat delicious food and learn some traditional skills at this family friendly country show.

10am / Adults - £8.00 Seniors £7.00 Children - free.

14 July - 14 September

Super Saver Family Summer

The Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3TT 02392 857520 From 14 July to 14 September, visit the Spinnaker Tower with the family and take advantage of the summer family ticket for just £26, a saving of 20% on standard prices! PLUS an opportunity to meet their new Sky Captain mascot, Vugo and try the brand new children’s trail.

18 July

Animal Antics

SEARCH @ Gosport Discovery Centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT

Museums for Beginners! An opportunity for under-5s with their parents or carers to come and explore the SEARCH science room full of stuffed animals and other natural history specimens.

10.30 to 11.30am /Free but book in advance as places are limited.

Telephone 023 9252 3463.

Saturn, Lord of the Rings

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8RP

In July 2004, after a 7-year journey, a huge robot spacecraft - named Cassini - entered orbit around the ringed planet, Saturn.

Since then, Cassini has sent back numerous spectacular images of the planet, its rings and moons, and has made many unexpected discoveries. In January 2005, a saucer-shaped probe called Huygens, (carried by Cassini to Saturn), parachuted through the clouds of Saturn's largest moon, Titan. 7.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

01243 774400

18 – 20 July

Rhythmtree World Music Festival 2014

Three Gates Farm, Calbourne Isle of Wight This independent music festival is situated on beautiful farmland close to the famous West Wight Heritage Coast and is renowned as the Isle of Wight’s friendliest festival. Now in its fourth year the Rhythmtree has a great reputation for showcasing a diverse mix of high quality world influenced music. Even the DJs have to play world mixes!

19 July

Bembridge Summer Festival Steyne Park Steyne Road Bembridge, IOW

2pm - 10pm. Entry to the festival is FREE and the day will be packed with entertainment, music, exhibitions, stalls, a fun Pet Show including dogs and small animals (guinea pigs, rabbits etc) so please bring along your pooches and pets for a chance to win a rosette or a best in show cup! Entry fee will be £1 per animal per category. If you would like more details call Sarah on 07756 296249

20 July

Those Magnificent Moons

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester , PO19 8RP

Earth has just one Moon, but other planets have dozens of moons orbiting around them.

Our Moon is a barren, airless, lifeless world pockmarked by thousands of craters. Some 'moons' of other planets have active volcanoes, ice geysers, oceans of water beneath their surfaces, and one has a deep atmosphere and a frozen surface with lakes of liquid petroleum gas! Come to the Planetarium for a spectacular journey around the many magnificent moons of our Solar System. 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16. 01243 774400

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28 July

Fishbourne Roman Palace, Roman Way, Chichester, West Sussex , PO19 3QR 01243 785859 www.sussexpast.co.uk

Gosport Discovery Centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT

Have a go at Archaeology!

Come along and join our excavation and be an archaeologist for a day! What will you discover? 11am - 4pm /Adult £8.70, Child £4.30, Concessions £7.70, Family (2+2 or 1+4) £22.00

25 July

Meteorites, Space Rocks and Impacts

Zentangle Art for Children

Be creative through meditation drawing using pattern, doodling and introducing basic tangles.

Suitable for ages 7-11 years.

10am - 12noon / £4.00.

29 July

Emsworth Marine Discovery

Emsworth Methodist Church, 19 High Street, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7AQ (Boat trips in Chichester Harbour)

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

Come on a trip on a solar powered boat to find out about plankton and how to spot a seal.

Drop in for indoor activities at the church hall, including a sea cinema, an indoor beach and art activities. Booking essential for the boat trips. 10am -3pm / Suggested donation £3 for boat trips, £1.50 for indoor activities.

Polly Whyte, 01489 774426, Polly.

Whyte@hiwwt.org

Docks Commentary Trip

I Do Like To Be Beside the Seaside

The Earth has been bombarded with space-debris since the dawn of time. But where, exactly, does all this stuff come from? Here we take a closer look at everything that's landed on Earth, from small grains of dust to large rocks and asteroids. 7.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16. 01243 774400

SS Shieldhall, Berth 48, Dock Gate 4, Southampton SO14 3QP

Learn the history and enjoy the sights and sounds of the famous Southampton Docks in this 2 hour cruise aboard the historic steam ship SS Shieldhall. The perfect family experience of life on the water.

26 - 27 July

Beam House Open Day

Eastney Beam House, Portsmouth, PO4 9JF 023 9282 7261

Open day for this Victorian building containing a pair of classic Boulton Watt beam engines and pumps restored to their original 1887 condition.

1pm to 5pm. Last admission is 30 mins before closing

27 July

Summer Skies/Shooting Stars Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8RP 01243 774400

Join us for a guided tour of the Summer night sky. The fine, clear evenings of the Summer months provide great opportunities for stargazing. See stars, fabulous star clusters, glowing multicoloured clouds of gas and dust, and just possibly a brilliant shooting star flashing across the heavens! 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

27 July - 2 September Summer quiz trail

Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, GU31 5QR

Explore the Georgian house and garden and hunt for answers and clues with a new children's quiz trail. 11am - 5pm. Normal admission only. 01730 825 415

Gosport Discovery Centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT 0845 603 5631

Drop-in activities for families on a seaside holidays in the past theme, led by museum learning staff. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free, Just turn up 10.30am to 1.30pm

Submarine top trumps

Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Gosport, PO12 2AS 023 9251 0354 Play a fun game using cards based on the best submarines ever. 11am - 3pm / Free with a valid museum ticket.

Wild Sounds Woodland Music

Swanwick Lake, Swanwick Lane, Fareham, SO31 7AY

Bring your family to an afternoon of outdoor musical fun at Swanwick Lakes. Make your own musical instruments to play and listen to all sorts of wild and wonderful sounds. Bring outdoor clothing and wellies. Outdoor musical fun at Swanwick Lakes 1pm-3pm / Suggested donation £3 per child. Booking essential – call 01489 570240.

Violent Sun, Space Weather Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8RP, 01243 774400

Come to the Planetarium as we probe the mysteries of this local star of ours. Journey from the unimaginable heat of the Sun's core to its turbulent surface, and onward to its outer atmosphere - the pearly Corona. Witness at first hand the dark sunspots which pockmark its surface, the arching prominences, and even greater eruptions which surge

What’s On from this blazing colossus at the heart of the Solar System.

3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

29 July - 2nd August Glorious Goodwood

Goodwood Racecourse, near Chichester

Share in the fun with your family at this iconic five-day meeting showcasing the very best in horseracing and entertainment.

Tickets from £14 with free child admission. Call 01243 216610. www.goodwood.com

30 July

Big Goldilocks and the 3 Bears Plus

Gosport Discovery Centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT

A comical, physical show for ages 4 and up and their families.

Tickets £3 per person or 4 for £10. Please book. 023 9252 3463

Commonwealth Navy Day

National Museum Royal Navy Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, PO1 3LJ, 023 9298 8622

With the 20th Commonwealth games about to begin, join us to explore the links between the Commonwealth Countries and Navies, meet Commonwealth Naval Veterans and make your own Commonwealth souvenir.

11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm

31 July

Life of HMS Alliance

Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, PO12 2AS, 023 9251 0354 Find out more about the life on board HMS Alliance and what she got up to. Free with a valid museum ticket

Summer Skies, Shooting Stars Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

7.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16. See previous details for 27th July.

1 August

Telescope Tales

National Museum Royal Navy Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ

11am- 12 noon. Join in beside the Steam Pinnace boat in the new HMS Activity Area and explore our new galleries through interactive storytelling, role play and object handling.

Spaces are limited so please arrive promptly Free activity for the under 5s

HANDS-ON FUN 100 hands-on exhibits & the UK’s largest digital planetarium

Picnic in the Park

Woolbeding Countryside GU29 9RR 6pm - sunset. Bring a picnic and enjoy live music in this beautiful parkland setting. FREE event.

01730 816638 for more info

Tel 01962 863 791 - Winchester SO21 1HZ Open 7 days a week www.winchestersciencecentre.org

CREW GET ME WANTED ...FOR SUMMER FAMILY FUN OUT OF HERE!

SURVIVAL IN HOT TERRAINS

THURSDAY 24 JULY-SUNDAY 31 AUGUST Learn how to survive in scorching hot conditions with our desert and jungle themed events. Take part in our bug-eating challenge, build a shelter, forage for food and learn how to camouflage yourself.

Part of our ‘Survival’ themed year-round family activities. Normal Museum admission applies.

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Visit royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk or call 023 9281 9385 Eastney Esplande | Southsea | Hampshire | PO4 9PX

TO LE A WHOFREE E Y AR’S IFT G , Y R T EN YOUR AID SION IS M D A FEE!

• Go on board HMS Alliance • Discover the C18th gunpowder vault • Play areas and interactive galleries • Extra free family activities throughout the summer • Connecting boat ride

AN AMAZING FAMILY EXPERIENCE ON YOUR RADAR

Visit submarine-museum.co.uk and explosion.org.uk Haslar Jetty Road | Gosport, Hampshire | PO12 2AS

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What’s On 1 – 3 August

The Southsea Show

Southsea Common, PO5 3NT

Southsea Common will become a fun packed showground, as your local venues combine to bring you a full day out filled with entertainment for the whole family. For tickets 023 9282 4355

2- 9 August

Cowes Week 2014

Cowes, Isle of Wight

The event boasts an 8-day schedule combining competitive racing and great fun for the 8,500 competitors racing and 100,000 spectators who enjoy a fantastic line up of shore-side entertainment day and night. The famous fireworks take place on the final Friday of the event.

3 August

Crafts in the Park

Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean, PO8 0QE

Visit this pop-up craft market and see a mix of beautiful arts, crafts and home produce all made within the local area. 11am - 4pm. 023 9259 5040

Summertime Stars, Moon and Planets Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

See previous details for 6th July.

5 August

Summer Skies/Shooting Stars Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

See previous details for 27th July.

Submarine living history

Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, PO12 2AS, 023 9251 0354

Meet the submariners from WW1 and find out how they lived and worked on-board the early submarines during WW1. Free with a valid museum ticket

6 August

HMS- Naval Inventions

National Museum Royal Navy Portsmouth, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, PO1 3LJ 023 9298 8622 Discover some of the brilliant and crazy naval inventions from the past. Then, using a range of materials including LEGO, learn from naval trial and error to create your own inspired invention. 11am-1pm & 2pm4pm / Free, Drop in activity, no ticket required.

Our Galaxy, The Milky Way Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester , PO19 8RP 01243 774400

Studded with fabulous star clusters and beautiful, multicoloured clouds of gas streaked with dust, the faintly glowing

band of the Milky Way arches almost overhead from horizon to horizon at this time of year.

Come to the Planetarium for an exciting journey through our Galaxy to see at first hand the wonder of new stars being born, planetary systems in the making, the growing pains of young stars, and the entrails of an exploded star. 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for under 16.

If You Go Down To The Woods

Bembridge Windmill, Isle of Wight 2 - 4 pm. A ‘Bear Hunt’ in Steyne Woods, then an invitation to a teddy bear’s picnic in the grounds of the windmill with songs and games. Children must be accompanied. Bring your own picnic. Dogs on lead welcome.

Normal admission charges apply (NT members free)

7 August

HMS Naval Public Art Event

National Museum Royal Navy, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, PO1 3LJ. 023 9298 8622

Get creative on a big scale by helping us to create a gigantic piece of temporary artwork in the Arena reflecting the work of the Royal Navy around the world.

11am to 4pm / Free, drop-in.

Ingenious inventions

Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, PO12 2AS, 023 9251 0354 Take part in our exciting trail.

Can you complete the puzzle by unscrambling key inventions on our timeline to reveal how submarine design has changed.

Free with a valid museum ticket

Summer Skies/Shooting Stars Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

7.30pm. £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16. See previous details for 27th July.

7 – 10 August Gosfest

Walpole Park, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1ER 023 9378 7613 / 07453 857 356, www.gosfest2014.com

4 days of live entertainment with over 60+ bands and acts, extra family features on the Friday afternoon, DJ showdown Saturday and tribute-tastic Sunday close. Stalls to shop and a great range of onsite caterers.

Something for everyone at affordable prices. With parking close by, disabled access, baby changing facilities and onsite catering, No dogs allowed/ guide dogs only. Open Thursday 7th 5:30pm-11pm, Fri, Sat and Sunday open at 12:30pm-11pm / Adult £2 (12 years+) each time they enter. Child £1 (5-12Years), O.A.P £1, Under 5’s FREE. Unlimited entry 4 day tickets £10.

(Advance only)

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8 August

13 August

Milton Locks Nature Reserve, Portsmouth

Swanwick Lake, Off Sopwith Way, Swanwick Lane, Fareham, SO31 7AY www.wildlifetrusts.org

Pirate Party

Join Pirate Jess for some salty stories and seafaring games to find out what lives hiding amongst the seaweed at his secret patch of seaside in the heart of Portsmouth. Booking is essential by 6th Aug. Contact Pirate Jess on 01489 570240.

Bring outdoor clothing and wellies. Suggested donation £3 per child. 1.30pm-3pm

8 – 10 August Chilli Fiesta

West Dean, Chichester, PO18 0RX

A family friendly festival dedicated to all things chilli all in the grounds of West Dean house.

9 August

Fort Brockhurst open day

Fort Brockhurst, Gunners Way, Gosport, PO12 4DS

Explore this vast Victorian fort and learn its military/social history. Activities for children - handling artefacts, colouring, Victorian schoolroom, feed the ducks. Bring a picnic! 11am – Close at 3pm. Free event

9 – 10 August Gladiators!

Fishbourne Roman Palace, Roman Way, Chichester, PO19 3QR, 01243 785859 VOUCHER ON PAGE 11 - ONE CHILD FREE PER ONE PAYING ADULT. Spectacular displays of Gladiatorial contests. They will be on hand to talk about their equipment and fighting tactics and there will be displays of gladiatorial contests in the formal Roman garden. There will also be lots of ‘hands-on’ activities for the whole family.

10am - 5pm.

9 – 17 August

Day out with Thomas

Mid Hants Railway (The Watercress Line) Station Road, Alresford SO24 9JG, 01962 733810 www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk Thomas & Friends return to the Watercress Line for more family fun! Doors open at 9.00. Trains run between 9.45am and 4.40pm.

The Imagination Station is open at Alresford from 10.30am 4.30pm, entry is strictly by travel ticket only. / Adult £18 Child (age 2 - 16 yrs) £12 Family (2A+2C) £54 Child under 2 yrs FREE

12 August

Submarine sea shanties

Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, PO12 2AS, 023 9251 0354 Come and hear the sounds and songs of the sea performed by a traditional folk band. Free with a valid museum ticket

Family Wild Camp

Enjoy a day outdoors at Swanwick Lakes learning some useful bushcraft skills. Build a shelter, light a fire safely and make something to take home. This event is for families with children aged 6 and over.

Suggested donation £6 per child. 10am -2pm Bring outdoor clothing and wellies. Booking essential – call 01489 570240.

HMS- Recruiting Now!

National Museum Royal Navy Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, PO1 3LJ, 023 9298 8622

What would make you join the Navy? Design and make your own eye-catching recruitment poster inspired by those from the past and find your perfect job match in our fun recruitment quiz. 11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm / Free, Drop in activity.

14 August

Torpedo Trail

Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Gosport, PO12 2AS,

Can you solve the clues to find all the mystery objects in our special trail. Discover the torpedoes at the museum. Then make your own and test it out. Free with a valid museum ticket

Yaverland Sandcastle Competition

Yaverland Beach (below Red Cliff) Isle of WIght

10 am – 3pm. Test your building skills against the tide in our ‘Last Castle Standing’ competition or use your design skills to create a spectacular Sand Sculpture in our ‘Design’ competition. £1 per team. Call 01983 741020

14 – 17 August

Wickham festival 2014 Wickham, PO17 5HD

4 day festival with camping located in an attractive rural area, enjoy great live music in a family friendly atmosphere. For ticket and line up info visit www.wickhamfestival.co.uk

15 August

Telescope Tales

National Museum Royal Navy Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, PO1 3LJ

Bring your under 5’s and join in beside the Steam Pinnace boat in the HMS Activity Area - explore new galleries through interactive storytelling, role play and object handling. Sessions take place in the Activity Area of the HMSHear my Story exhibition from 11am- 12 noon. Spaces are limited so please arrive promptly 11am to 12 noon / Free activity

What’s On 16 - 17 August

Vintage & Steam

Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, Singleton Chichester.

All the bustle and excitement of a traditional Steam Festival, with full-size and model steam engines on display and working around the site. Vintage & commercial vehicles, classic cars and living wagons will be on show, alongside working steamrollers, steam lorries, model boats and miniature railways. Take a ride on the ever-popular steam-powered carousel gallopers and visit the traditional vintage fair. With vintage music and a themed tea tent, local crafts and traditional demonstrations, plus continuous arena displays throughout the weekend. Event open 10.30am – 5pm. Museum open until 6pm

IOW Garlic Festival

Garlic Festival Site, Newchurch, Isle of Wight

The Island’s biggest summer show featuring a packed schedule of stage & arena events, over 300 commercial stalls, fairground rides, vintage vehicles, edible treats to die for and a selection of chart-topping acts. The world famous Isle of Wight garlic flavours everything, from hot crusty bread to moules, sweetcorn, prawns & lamb, to beer, ice cream, popcorn, olives, coffee & lots more, transforming ‘lunchtime’ into an all-day experience to savour

17 August

Summertime Stars, Moon and Planets Southdowns Planetarium, Chichester

See previous details for 6th July.

18 August

The Science of Dr Who

Gosport Discovery Centre, High Street, Gosport, PO12 1BT

2 - 3pm. Join author Mark Brake and TV presenter Jon Chase exploring the science and fiction of space, time, machines and monsters. Suitable for families with children aged 8+. Tickets £4.

Please book on 023 9252 3463.

19 August

Hubble's Glorious Universe Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

3.30pm. See previous description on 4th July.

Summer Scavenger Hunt

Swanwick Lake, Swanwick Lane, Fareham, SO31 7AY If your family loves a walk and a challenge, drop in to Swanwick Lakes and take part in our grand summer scavenger hunt. There will be all sorts of things to spot, items to collect and mysteries to solve. Drop in between 10am

and 2pm. Bring outdoor clothing and wellies. Suggested donation £3 per child.

20 August

Our Galaxy, The Milky Way Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8RP 01243 774400

See previous description on 6th August. 7.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

Alongside flying display there will be a craft tent, free children’s kite workshop, donkey rides and an on-site fun fair along with local amusements. 023 9282 6722

24 – 25 August Punch and Judy

Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, Petersfield, GU31 5QR 01730 825 415

21 August

Traditional Punch and Judy show set in the spacious grounds of this mansion overlooking the South Downs. Normal admission

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

25 August

Prepare For Blast-Off!

What are some of the problems of living and working on a Space Station in Earth orbit? How might we one day take weekend trips into space? What would it be like to live in a base on Mars? Come aboard our imaginary spacecraft for a memorable journey into the Cosmos! 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for under 16s.

22 - 24 August

Goodwoods August Bank Holiday Weekend

Goodwood Racecourse, near Chichester

Enjoy the ultimate family day out at this popular meeting.

Your children will love the complimentary fairground and playground, which are open on all three days. Tickets from £10 with free child admission.

Call 01243 216610. www.goodwood.com

All Aboard! Tour of the Planets Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

Come to the Planetarium for a flight of fancy to explore our planetary neighbours. From hot little Mercury, closest planet to the Sun, past cloud-covered Venus, beautiful blue Earth and red Mars we head for the outer planets. 1.30pm and 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

27 August

The Northern Lights

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8RP, 01243 774400

watch electrified particles from the Sun spiralling down into the upper atmosphere, where they generate the wonderful colours of the Aurora Borealis or 'Northern Lights'. Come to the Planetarium to understand how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground as faint glows, coloured arcs or, at their most spectacular, coloured rays and bands of auroral light dancing back and forth across the night sky. 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

28 August

Seven Wonders of the Solar System

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

Explore our planetary neighbours. From the searing surface of our Sun, to the remarkable moons of Jupiter, and finally to the glorious rings of Saturn, and yet more remarkable moons. Fasten your seat belts for the trip of a lifetime.... 3.30pm / £6.00 for adults, or £4.00 for children under 16.

Journey north to the frozen wastes of the Arctic Circle and

23 August

Docks Commentary Trip

SS Shieldhall, Berth 48, Dock Gate 4, Southampton SO14 3QP

Learn the history and enjoy the sights and sounds of the famous Southampton Docks in this 2 hour cruise aboard the historic steam ship SS Shieldhall. Part of the Southampton Maritime festival.

23 – 24 August

Victorious Festival 2014

Castle Field, Southsea Common, Portsmouth, PO5 3NS www.victoriousfestival.co.uk

Acts such as 2ManyDJs, Dizzee Rascal, Seasick Steve, Razorlight, Naughty Boy, Shed Seven, Sophie Ellis-Bextor & British Sea Power with many more (check page 2 for the main line up) A festival that caters for all members of the family young and old with an impressive Kids Arena, all included in the entry price. 10am - midnight both days / £20 per adult, £6 per child, under 5's FREE

Portsmouth Kite Festival

Southsea Common, Clarence Esplanade, PO5 3PB

Colourful demonstrations of kites including swarms of snakes, frogs, lizards, whales, jesters, fish, salamanders and much more.

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30 – 31 August

Southdowns Planetarium, Kingsham Road, Chichester

Eastney Beam House, Portsmouth, PO4 9JF 023 9282 7261

The Northern Lights

See previous description for 27th August. 7.30pm.

30 August

Portsmouth Summer Fair

Victoria Park, Portsmouth, PO1 2BG

Pedal-powered stage, music, food, rides, crafts, stalls. Fun for all the family - lots for kids to do.

Free admission. 023 9236 9048

Beam House Open Day

See previous description Free.

1pm - 5pm.

31 August

Summertime Stars, Moon and Planets Southdowns Planetarium, Chichester

See previous details for 6th July.

Fortonfest

Forton Park, Forton Road, Gosport

Live local music all day. Plenty of stalls including many charity stalls, food stalls, fair rides, Laser Tag. 11am - 7pm. Free

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Regular events

Unfortunately, we don’t have room to list all the brilliant local family events in our print 17575 SPIN Familes Solent Summer Ad 87x130.indd magazine, but here is our pick of favourite regular events this summer! For more weekly events, take a look at our new What’s On guide www.familiessolenteast.co.uk/whatson

Live at the Bandstand

1 - 4pm - Sundays til 31st Aug West Battery Gardens, PO5 3NT The popular free event returns throughout the summer. Take a picnic and listen to local talent and DJ set. There is also Saturdays at the Bandstand on 12th and 26th July.

See! Make! Do!

11am – 12pm - second Saturday of the month.

Aspex Gallery, The Vulcan Building, Portsmouth, PO1 3BF 023 9277 8080 Join the Participation Team for all sorts of arts and creative activities for all age ranges.

Summer Fun

11am - 3pm - Thursdays from 7th – 28th August.

Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR 01243 785859

Lots of activities including a variety of ancient crafts and things to make and do including Roman costume, working with clay, Roman writing, food tasting and a chance to meet an archaeologist.

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Solskate Roller Disco

5pm - 9pm every Saturday.

Fareham Leisure Centre, Park Lane, Fareham, PO16 7JU 07810 201640

Fun for all the family (suitable for all ages) includes music, disco lighting and games with prizes to be won. Skate hire available.

Wonderful Wednesdays

11am – 4pm 6 - 27th August

Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, Singleton, Chichester, PO18 0EU, Tel: 01243 811363

Arts, crafts and traditional countryside activities. Make a Tudor bath bomb, help a blacksmith, learn about domestic Medieval life, see the working donkeys, have a go at badge making, brass rubbing and candle making and more.

Join Thomas & FriendsTM at a heritage Railway near you.

Experience a ride on a real steam engine and take part in Thomas-themed activities.

MID HANTS RAILWAY ‘WATERCRESS LINE’

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Alresford, Hampshire SO24 9JG

Daily24th July - 31st August

Royal Marines Museum, Eastney Esplanade, Southsea. PO4 9PX Learn how to survive in searing hot conditions, build a shelter, forage for food and how to camouflage yourself in this desert and jungle themed event.

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Competitions

Win 1 of 8 sets of unlimited entry family tickets to GosFest 7th - 10th August

Win 1 of 2 sets of family weekend tickets to Victorious Festival 23rd - 24th August

GosFest is one of the biggest community festivals in the south.

4 days of live entertainment with over 60+ bands and acts, extra family features on the Friday afternoon, DJ showdown Saturday and tribute-tastic Sunday close. Stalls to shop and a great range of onsite caterers. Something for everyone at affordable prices. With parking close by, disabled access, baby changing facilities and onsite catering, We have 8 sets of unlimited entry tickets for the whole 4 days for a family of 4 worth £40 to give away. To enter, visit:

Situated in its new, larger location; Southsea Seafront, this incredible value for money festival will play host to acts such as 2ManyDJs, Dizzee Rascal, Seasick Steve, Razorlight, Naughty Boy, Shed Seven, Sophie Ellis-Bextor & British Sea Power with many more acts (check page 2 for the main line up) A festival that caters for all members of the family young and old with an impressive Kids Arena, all included in the entry price.

www.familiessolenteast.co.uk/competitions

www.familiessolenteast.co.uk/competitions

Opening times

We have 2 sets of family tickets to give away for the whole weekend. To enter, visit:

Opening times

Thursday 7th August 5:30pm to 11pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday - 12:30pm to 11pm

Saturday and Sunday 23rd - 24th August 10am - midnight

Tickets

Tickets Ticket line & event info: 02393 787613 Adult £2 (12 years+) each time they enter.

Child £1 (5-12 Years), O.A.P £1, Under 5’s FREE. Unlimited entry 4 day tickets £10. (Advance only)

Adult £20, child £6, under 5’s FREE. Ticket Hotline: 0844 871 8819 Tickets can be bought through the online shop or from The Belle Isle Southsea, The Belle Isle Chichester, or Little Johnny Russells, Southsea.

Address

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