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Local News

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Computer Games: how to help your child play safely

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Does your baby have Positional Plagiocephaly?

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Your guide to local summer days out

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What's on and events to enjoy this summer

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Sunshine and Smiles This summer why not make the most of the sunshine and head outside for a family photo-shoot? Rob from Tickled Frog Photography has put together a summer package exclusively for Families Solent West readers.

The ‘Families in the Sun’ package is for an hour’s on-location photo-shoot in Hampshire with your choice of five images saved onto CD to allow you to print as many copies as you wish, perfect for presents or to create your own wall art.

Armed with colourful props to keep the little ones entertained, Rob will meet you at your chosen location in Hampshire to capture fun, relaxed and beautiful imagery.

Whether that’s building sandcastles on a beach, strolling through a country park or ice-cream and water fights in the garden. The ‘Families in the Sun’ package is priced at £80 (worth £130).

Extra free fun at the Submarine Museum this Summer This summer, whatever the weather, every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the school holidays, families can meet our challenge to be part of Sammy Sardine’s crew onboard HMS Alliance. Starting on Tuesday 30 July and running through to Thursday 29 August these activities will be taking place and you can drop in to do them anytime from 10am to 3pm. The Sammy Sardine Summer School activities include crafty crafts, making instruments, bubble making, baking, code breaking and a boat fest!

Families can also find out just how smelly submariners were, the ghastly food they ate and how sub loos could turn into poo fountains at our family exhibition Horrible Science of Submarines, written by the author of the Horrible Science books, Nick Arnold and illustrated by Tony De Saulles.

For the very young, splashing fun with water, dressing up as pirates to play on the pirate ship is the order of the day in Busy Boats Bay, a new indoor play area for under 5s. A visit to the Submarine Museum also includes a tour of HMS Alliance, the only walkthrough WW2 era submarine in the UK, led by a submariner who can tell firsthand what life was like to live under the sea.

For further details or to place a booking contact: Rob on 07545 234155, email: rob@tickledfrog.co.uk, quoting Families in the Sun. www.tickledfrog.co.uk

The House at Pooh Corner at Mottisfont This summer, explore the wonderful world of a boy and his bear, when Christopher Robin, Winnie-the-Pooh and the Hundred Acre Wood are celebrated at the idyllic setting of National Trust property Mottisfont in Hampshire.

At the heart of this unique summer of fun is an opportunity to enjoy 36 hand-painted illustrations by E.H. Shepard, created for the books Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner, kindly on loan from Egmont UK Ltd. Some of these works have never been seen before, and none of them have ever been on show in the UK. Each artwork is instantly recognisable, featuring Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore and Tigger, amongst other characters beloved by generations of children and adults, all based on the nursery toys that belonged to author AA Milne’s son, Christopher Robin.

Find out more at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont

Futurepath Childcare - a quality family run nursery with idyllic surroundings Futurepath Childcare is a family run nursery with an excellent reputation where parents join through recommendations.

More details are available online www.submarine-museum.co.uk

SUMMER SALE NOW ON Etikett is a unique boutique specialising in classic, traditional and designer wear for babies and children 0 - 8 years.

* accredited christening retailer * shoes & accessories * toys & gifts * baby & premature babywear * girls & boys wear * free gift wrapping service & loyalty card * baby gift hampers - ideal for baby showers, birth congratulations, in stock and made to order 22 High Street, Botley, SO30 2EA Tel: 01489 785829 I www.etikett.co.uk

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Futurepath Romsey is located directly on A36 in West Wellow on the private Chatmohr Estate. Surrounded by paddocks and private woodland, its an idyllic environment for children to be nurtured and educated surrounded by nature. Futurepath Childcare employ highly qualified and trained staff that love working with children so fun and enthusiasm is guaranteed. Futurepath Romsey was opened to support working parents who commute along the A36 wanting a quality nursery conveniently located on their route to work.

We open from 7.30am-6pm 51 weeks a year closing only for a week at Christmas. Home cooked food is prepared on the premises by a qualified chef with all allergies catered for - our kitchen has even received the highest rating of 5 in its recent visit!

Contact Jacky to book a viewing on 01794 324269. www.fpchildcare.co.uk

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Join the Summer Reading Challenge in your library this summer Children's reading can 'dip' during the summer and research shows that taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge can help children keep up their reading skills during the long summer holiday.

The annual Summer Reading Challenge helps three quarters of a million children aged 4-11 get into libraries to keep up their reading skills and confidence over the summer break.

Children are encouraged to read six books from whatever genre they like - fact books, joke books, picture books, audio books - just as long as they are borrowed from the library.

Each year sees a different theme - this year’s it’s ‘Creepy House’. Each time your child finishes a book they’ll receive stickers and rewards - and there's a certificate for everyone who finishes. It doesn’t matter what level your child is at either as the challenge is open to children of all reading abilities.

Your child’s school will probably give you some information but if you want to know more visit www.creepy-house.co.uk where you’ll find out all about the challenge.

You’ll also find a brilliant ‘book sorter’ which allows children to search for books that will suit their age and tastes.

50 Things to do before your 11 and 3/4!

The National Trust has taken advantage of the warmer weather to update their list of 50 Thing To Do Before You’re 113⁄4.

There’s nothing quite like fresh air, exercise and family time, and you can’t beat the fun you can have in the Great Outdoors.

However, sometimes convincing your kids can be a bit of a struggle, so the Trust have come up with 50 Things To Do Before You’re 113⁄4 to encourage kids to get mucky, discover their wild side and enjoy what Mother Nature has to offer. Check out the website, where you can interact with your very own virtual Outdoors Explorer - keep track of activities, earn rewards, get top tips for each adventure, unlock cool games, earn badges, collect certificates and discover some secret challenges. Camp out in the wild, build a den, go star gazing, hunt for fossils, set up a snail race, explore a cave and much, much more. www.50things.org.uk

Working parents – need help with childcare during the Summer holiday?

Whether you have a baby, child or young person requiring reliable, quality, flexible care during the long holiday, your local Family Information Service (FIS) can help.

The FIS holds information about all Ofsted registered childcare services, covering an age range of 0 – 16 years, and catering for additional needs. If the cost is a barrier then the FIS can provide guidance on the types of schemes available to help with this, including Tax Credits and Childcare Vouchers.

To find your local FIS visit the website: www.daycaretrust.org.uk/nafis

WIN! An Easy2Name Off to School set

Families Solent West has five Easy2Name Off to School sets to give away, worth £18.90 and contains 30 waterproof stickers, 30 iron on name tapes, 1 set of shoe covers, 1 bag tag and 1 shoe bag. To be in with a chance of winning a set, please go to our website: familiessolentwest.co.uk/competitions The full Easy2Name range can be seen on their website: www.easy2name.com

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Etikett sale is now on with 25% discount of summer clothing genuine sale with lots of bargains!

Baby and Children`s clothing up to 8 years old, collections include - Darcy Brown, Sarah Louise, Timberland, Weekend a la Mer, Coco, Abella, Little Darlings, Phoenix, Kaloo, Rainbow. Gund, Callaghan Jack, Hatley, Mayoral, Emile et Rose, Pex, Cuquito, Matilda`s Wardrobe, Mafana and many more. We also sell toys and gifts including Christening gifts. Baby hampers in stock or made to order suitable for baby showers, birth congratulations, Christenings. Gift vouchers and loyalty cards available too. Free parking in Botley Square and in car park's close by. www.etikett.co.uk

A day’s unlimited family bus travel in Hampshire now just £10 with First!

The Solent area offers loads of activities and attractions for all the family, whether you like having fun by the coast or visiting historic sites. Over this school summer holiday, you can now get out and about with the kids for just £10, with a FirstDay Hampshire family ticket.

The ticket is valid for up to 5 people (max 2 adults) for a day's unlimited travel on all First buses in Hampshire: that includes Southampton, Portsmouth, Gosport and Fareham. That’s just £2 each for travel all day! With so many great places to visit along our bus routes, what are you waiting for? Save money on fuel and parking, and unwind with on-bus wifi while the kids enjoy their bus adventure. Visit firstgroup.com/hampshire or download our free Smartphone App by searching ‘First Bus’ in your app store. This special offer is available from your First bus driver from 22 July to 7 September 2013. www.firstgroup.com/hampshire

Labels 4 Kids

The summer holidays offer a wonderful chance for children to kick off their shoes and enjoy carefree days -which is great until they mislay their shoes, outer layers, swimming goggles etc. Ann-Maree, founder of Labels4Kids (pictured), advises parents to label everything - "because kids lose stuff! Better still, label it twice - once inside a pocket or on the care label, and once on the collar so there is no doubt who things belong to." Labels4Kids' own relauched website makes it easier for you to find your way to the right products. Choose from brilliant, named stick-on clothing labels, easy iron-on labels and woven iron-on labels, vinyl labels for hard surfaces and selection packs.

READER OFFER: Families readers can save 10% when using the code 'families' at the checkout: www.labels4kids.com/fam

Summer Fun for all the Family at Beaulieu

Come to Beaulieu this summer, between 20th July and 1st September, and join the Victorian house party in Palace House with music in the Lower Drawing Room, family games outside on the lawns and daily playlets to enjoy. See Veteran and Vintage cars motoring around the grounds, and watch the Victorian cyclist on his Penny Farthing. In the picturesque Beaulieu Abbey Cloisters, learn about the history of falconry and watch special daily flying demonstrations to see some of these amazing birds in flight.

See the National Motor Museum’s exciting exhibition, BOND IN MOTION, with 50 original vehicles from the James Bond films, including the vehicles from the latest film Skyfall. New for 2012, On Screen Cars has car stars of the TV and film world, including Mr Bean’s lime green Mini and Harry Potter’s ‘flying’ Ford Anglia. Enter the ‘World of Top Gear’ to see genuine cars from the presenters’ most ambitious challenges on the popular BBC motoring show.

Budding young drivers can take to the road on Dipstick’s Driving Circuit in mini motorised vehicles while younger visitors can enjoy the Mini Motor Play Trail with its Veteran Bus climbing frame, swings and Little Tykes ride-on-cars.

Beaulieu is open daily from 10am to 6pm. www.beaulieu.co.uk

Home-School Tutoring UK (est. 1984) Tutors (with full references/CRB checked) available for: • • • • •

All ages, levels and subjects Special Needs Support Exam Preparation Support with Home Schooling Holiday and/or Term time work

Initial consultation is free and without obligation

Please contact the Area Advisor for Hampshire (West & Central) Mrs Alex Murray-Twinn, BA (Hons) PGCE, NPQH e: alex.murray-twinn@homeschooltutoring.co.uk t: 02380 275573 www.homeschooltutoring.co.uk 6

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Historic steamship Shieldhall Step on board a living reminder of the golden age of steam; visit the Engine Room and Bridge.

From family cruises to Cowes Week viewing, spend some time on this flagship of the National Historic Fleet - the largest working steamship of her type in Europe.

CRUISES FROM SOUTHAMPTON ON: 28 July - Cruise & Dine - 25th anniversary ‘In Preservation’ 8 August - Sights and Sounds of Cowes Week 9 August - Sights & Sounds of Cowes Week and also Cowes Week Fireworks 11 August - Start of the Fastnet Race 17 & 18 August - The Old Gaffers Jubilee Festival at Cowes, with on-board performances by ‘Coast’ 7 September - Merchant Navy Day Excursion

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’ Alresford, Hampshire SO24 9JG

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www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk Day Out With ThomasTM Thomas the Tank EngineTM. Based on The Railway Series by The Reverend W. Awdry. © 2013 Gullane (Thomas) Limited. Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends, Thomas & Friends and Day Out With Thomas are trademarks of Gullane (Thomas) Limited. © 2013 HIT Entertainment Limited.

A Quality Day Nursery in West Wellow, Romsey Day Nurseries that keep the standard

Futurepath Childcare is a beautiful, • All Inclusive: • All Year Round’, Day Nursery on the main A36

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Computer games: How to help your children play safely According to the Office for National Statistics ninety six per cent of children aged 10 to 15 years in the UK now have computer access at home and 89 percent of children have at least one games console.

This is despite the fact that research has proved some video games can have a negative impact on children’s behaviour such as increased aggression and that screens are increasingly turning into electronic babysitters, with young people

in the UK spending more time plugged in than ever . So what can parents do if their child is continually asking them for the latest game, or most of their free time is spent playing computer games?

Katharine Hill, UK Director at leading national charity Care for the Family says: “Parents have a key role to play in managing children's access to

computer and video games and this is an area where, as parents, we have to do our homework, get up to speed – and get involved!

Even with older teens it is well worth finding out what they are playing and trying to help them create a safe environment. With younger children especially, it’s important to get involved at the very beginning and set boundaries.”

Five top tips for parents: 1

Watch your kids 3 Set time limits while they play on playing games Mum Liz says: “I was shocked when I watched my son playing a fighting game.

If he failed to clear a level he would get really angry. If I wanted to talk to him he would be very irritable and rude. I used to watch for those signs - frustration, aggression, rudeness - and if I felt a game was just too much for him, I’d encourage him to take time out.”

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Use the guidance you're given All games sold in the UK include age ratings and most also have indicators of content on the cover.

In addition, there are several magazines and websites which review games. If your kids are serious gamers, then they may already buy magazines regularly - take a few minutes to flick through one and familiarise yourself with this world. Insist that you vet any games before they are bought - and try to make sure you see any games they borrow from friends before they start playing them. Talk to the parents of your child’s friends to see if you can agree a consistent approach.

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Agree time limits in advance according to the age of your child. Dad Jon says: “The longer children play the lower their concentration span is so a positive way to set time limits is to explain that to your kids. If they are stuck on a level, it might be worth them taking ‘time out’ to return to their challenge with a fresh mind.

When they get back to the game after a break, they’ll be surprised how quickly they can overcome the obstacles which have been frustrating them.”

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Play the games with your kids

Make it an activity you can do together.

Dad Matt says: “Playing games with my children is a great way to monitor what’s out there. It wouldn’t be fair to say ‘that’s unsuitable’ when I have no idea what the game is about or involves. I also find it a great way to bond, especially with the vast host of multiplayer games on the market. We often have our own family ‘team’ that looks out for each other and works together. It’s fun to have something in common.”

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Channel their game-playing positively

“As our boys enjoy sport, I try to encourage them to play some of the sporting games when there’s rarely an issue over content”, says mum Kate.

If you’re feeling exasperated about the amount of time your kids are spending playing games, remember that the computer games industry is big business.

Encourage your kids, if they really love gaming, to get into the techie programming side of things. They could even pursue a career reviewing games in magazines, or create games themselves.

Who knows - your kids may be the next big thing in computer games!

For further information visit www.careforthefamily.org.uk or call 029 2081 0800.

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Babies Health

Does your baby have Positional Plagiocephaly?

What is Positional Plagiocephaly?

Positional Plagiocephaly, also known as “flat-head syndrome” is a condition characterised by a flattening on one side of the back of the head. It may also involve bulging of the forehead, fullness of the cheek and ear misalignment on the same side as the flattening.

Under the broad term “flat head syndrome” there are two other head shapes: Brachycephaly and Dolichocephaly also sometimes known as Scaphocephaly. In Brachycephaly the head is wide in relation to its length and appears flat at the back. The head may have a high “peaked” appearance, and sometimes both sides of the forehead can be bulged.

Dolichocephaly is when the head is narrow in relation to length (front to back).

any flattening is noticed. By alternating the head position you can reduce the risk of them developing ‘Positional Plagiocephaly.’Babies must always be placed on their backs to sleep to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Hampshire Orthotics, a newly formed private orthotic company was recently launched at St James Chiropractic Clinic in Southampton. Lucy Best is mum to 3 young daughters, owner and orthotist with 20 years experience and will be offering the whole range of orthotic treatment including: spinal braces, shoes, orthotic insoles, leg braces, arm and hand splints and the LOCband, a special helmet for babies with plagiocephaly.

Newborn babies often have some asymmetry of the head. This can happen before, during or after birth due to a number of factors including; Inutero constraint (multiple births, large baby), positioning during pregnancy, prematurity, trauma during birth, low activity levels, or from a preferred sleeping position.

Lucy says “if your baby has stiffness on one side of their neck, you will notice that they always face the same way. It is important to get this corrected by a medical professional. If left untreated it can cause a flattening of the skull or plagiocephaly as the head is always lying in the same position. Plagiocephaly can result in facial asymmetry which may be a cosmetic concern when the child is older. It may also make the fitting of glasses and crash helmets more difficult.

What are the treatment options?

The first option is to try repositioning the baby’s head as much as possible with the aim of encouraging it to rest its head on the non-flattened area.

Ideally repositioning should be carried out from birth, or at least as soon as

The LOCband is noninvasive and works by applying a gentle constant pressure over the areas of your baby’s skull which are most prominent

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while allowing unrestricted growth over the flattened areas. It is a pain-free treatment.

The head band treatment is for babies with moderate or severe plagiocephaly and needs to be worn for 23 hours per day for about 3-6 months. As the head is constantly growing, the helmet needs to be regularly checked and adjusted over approximately ten appointments.

Previously babies would had to go to the London Orthotic Consultancy in Kingston for the LOCband treatment as it is not usually available on the NHS. Lucy says “it will be so much easier for local parents and babies to have the treatment here in Southampton.”

For more information on the LOCband or other orthotic treatment, contact: Hampshire Orthotics 023 8000 5505 lucybest@hampshire-orthotics.co.uk www.hampshire-orthotics.co.uk www.londonorthotics.co.uk/ plagiocephaly

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Local family summer days out

Please visit the website prior to visiting to double check on opening times and prices

The New Forest With so much to see and do in The New Forest you'll be spoilt for choice for days out including adventure, history or exploring one of the many incredible gardens.

Lepe Country Park

Over a mile of beach and pine fringed cliffs with stunning views across the Solent. Historic D-Day remains, wildflower meadows and children's play area something for all the family to enjoy.

Open from 7.30am daily www.hants.gov.uk

Longdown Activity Farm

Bond in Motion at Beaulieu

Beaulieu

Beaulieu is a great family day out with lots for everyone to enjoy including the world famous National Motor Museum, Palace House, home of the Montagu family, historic Beaulieu Abbey, BOND IN MOTION, the official collection of original James Bond vehicles, and World of Top Gear.

Open10am - 6pm daily Entry fee: family £52.50 www.beaulieu.co.uk

Bucklers Hard

During the 18th century, Buckler’s Hard was a centre for shipbuilding and was the birthplace of some of the most fearsome warships to ever set sail, including three ships built for Nelson’s Traflagar fleet, HMS Swiftsure, HMS Euryalus, and ‘Nelson’s favourite’, HMS Agamemnon.

Open10am - 6pm daily Entry fee: family £18 www.bucklershard.co.uk

Exbury Gardens

There are over 20 miles of pathways, three woods and parkland to explore, and surprises lying await behind every corner.

Summer is a favourite time for families to picnic in the gardens and are two designated picnic areas to enjoy.

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Longdown Activity Farm is a fantastic day out for everyone. A daily schedule of hands-on activities includes kid goat and calf bottle-feeding, duck feeding, and small animal handling when you can cuddle a baby rabbit, chick or maybe even a piglet! Plus, there are lots more animals to see. Pony rides, which are suitable for under 8’s, are available at weekends and during holiday.

Open 10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £30 www.longdownfarm.co.uk

New Forest Activities

Outdoor activities in the National Park Entry fee: See the website www.newforestactivities.co.uk

New Forest Wildlife Park

The New Forest Wildlife Park covers twentyfive scenic acres of ancient woodland. It is set within the New Forest Heritage area, A wander in our Park will reveal a wonderful range of wildlife - in natural surroundings.

Open10am - 5.30pm daily Entry fee: family £31 www.newforestwildlifepark.co.uk

New Forest Centre

Located in Lyndhurst, the heart of the National Park, here you’ll discover everything you need to know to help you enjoy your trip to the Forest.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: free (museum fee applies) www.newforestcentre.org.uk

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The Hawk Conservancy

over 150 birds of prey on view, from the tiny Pygmy Owl to the impressive Steller's Sea Eagles! Many of these birds are involved in our spectacular daily flying demonstrations, whilst others are part of important breeding or environmental enrichment projects.

Open10am - 5.30pm daily Entry fee: family £39.50 www.hawk-conservancy.org

The Culture-all Passport gives up to two adults and two children (aged 16 years or under) 12 months' unlimited access to some of Hampshire’s best attractions, as well as free parking at several visitor sites, plus access to exclusive offers and discounts all for £75. www.hants.gov.uk/passport

The New Forest Show

The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is an annual agricultural show held for three days from 30 July at New Park, Brockenhurst. A great family day out, the show attracts, on average, 95,000 visitors every year and brings together a celebration of traditional country pursuits, crafts, produce and entertainment.

Open10.30am - 4pm daily Entry fee: family £36.55 in advance www.newforestshow.co.uk

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Winchester Winchester is packed with historic buildings, museums, family attractions and tranquil green spaces just waiting to be explored

Intech Science Centre and Planetarium

The South's hands-on interactive science and technology centre. The main exhibition spaces offers 100 interactive exhibits, which demonstrate the science and technology of the world around us in an engaging and exciting way. The Astrium Planetarium offers a digital stateof-the-art theatre with a variety of shows to suit all interests. Visit for a specific planetarium show or come for the day Open 10am - 4pm weekdays, 10am -5pm Saturday and Sunday Entry fee: family £27.90 www.intech-uk.com

Marwell Zoo

Marwell Zoo Winchester Cathedral

Explore more than 1000 years of history in Europe’s longest medieval Cathedral. Discover the beautiful illuminated Winchester Bible, 12thcentury wall paintings, medieval carvings, contemporary art and the awe and wonder of this magnificent building. A free children’s trail, written by a professional children’s writer, offers families a fun and informative look at the Cathedral and introduces them to some of the characters associated with its colourful past and present.

Open 10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: adult £6.50, children free http://winchester-cathedral.org.uk

Get close to the wonders of the natural world and play a big part in helping to save them. 140 acre park, home to over 180 species of exotic and endangered species in beautiful surroundings.

Open 10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £60 www.marwell.org.uk

Mid Hants Railway

Let the train take the strain as you travel through 10 miles of Hampshire countryside to the soothing sounds of the steam engine and the clickety clack of the rails.

Stations with period charm await you at this living history attraction.

Open 10am - 4pm daily Entry fee: family £35 www.watercressline.co.uk

Southampton, Romsey & Totton Manor Farm Country Park Tudor House

Located in Bursledon near Southampton, a beautiful park for all the family to enjoy with farm attraction.

Open 10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: see website for details www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

SeaCity Museum Eling Experience

The Eling Experience located in Totton is a great half day tourist attraction for visitors to the area but is also a hidden treasure right on the doorstep for local residents to revisit or perhaps come for the first time.

Open see the website for details Entry fee: family £8.50 www.elingtidemill.org.uk

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Open 10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £25 www.seacitymuseum.co.uk

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens The Children’s Education Garden encourages discovery of the natural environment in a fun way. Lots of family activities to enjoy in the gardens.

Located close to Romsey.

Mottisfont

Mottisfont is a paradise of adventure for children. During the summer, why not join in with the family events and summer shows available as well as other fun activities, trails and craft activites. Sign up to one of their '50 Things' workshops and events.

Open 10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £23.40 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Paultons Park

New for 2013 is the Paultons 4D cinema!

An amazing, state of the art, 150 seat 4D effects theatre that will put you in the heart of the action like never before! Take to the high seas with Captain Scabb on a swashbuckling tale to find the legendary treasure of Skull Rock. Feel the sea spray, peer through the eerie mist and ride the high rolling waves as you explore the depths of the bubbling ocean in this ultimate family adventure – all presented in sense-tingling 4D! Paultons Park has recently received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award for 2013.

Open Please visit the website Entry fee: family from £74.50 www.paultonspark.co.uk Paultons Park 4D Cinema

Tudor House & Garden

Southampton’s most important historic building, reveals over 800 years of history in one fascinating location at the heart of the Old Town. The timberframed building was built in the late 15th Century, with King John’s Palace, accessible from Tudor House Garden, dating back a further 300 years.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £12 www.tudorhouseandgarden.com Manor Farm Country Park

Open10am - 6pm daily Entry fee: Adults £9.50, under 16's free www.hants.gov.uk/hilliergardens

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Blue Reef Aquarium

Portsmouth Portsmouth is packed with things to do and is becoming a favourite waterfront destination with the locals.

Enjoy Portsmouth's irresistable mix of history and heritage, shopping and year-round events.

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Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

Explosion! is an award winning museum of naval warfare created within 18th century buildings at the Royal Navy's former armaments depot of Priddy's Hard, in Gosport, Hampshire.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £20 www.explosion.org.uk

Fort Nelson

Home to the Royal Armouries national collection of artillery Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: free www.royalarmouries.org

Mary Rose Museum

Blue Reef Aquarium

Enjoy close encounters with graceful sharks and rays. Stroll among the colourful inhabitants of a coral reef in a spectacular underwater tunnel. Meet our family of adorable otters in their riverside home and come face to face with some of the worlds most amazing amphibians Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £32.50 www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk

Located just metres from Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory and the ships of the modern Royal Navy, the new museum provides one of the most significant insights into Tudor life in the world and creates the new centrepiece to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Open10am - 5.30pm daily Entry fee: family from £42.50 www.historicdockyard.co.uk/maryrose

Royal Marines Museum

Explore the fascinating history of the Royal Marines.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £22 www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk

Days out close to home......

Carrisbrooke Castle

Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XY Magnificent medieval castle once imprisoned Charles I. Learn about weaponry, dress up as a soldier and much more.

Open10am - 4.45pm daily Entry fee: family £20 www.carisbrookecastlemuseum.org.uk

Milestones Museum

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 6PG Hampshire's living history museum Open10am - 4.45pm daily Entry fee: family £25 www.milestones-museum.com

Monkey World

Windsor, Berkshire SL4 4AY Open10am -7pm daily Entry fee: family from £85 in advance www.legoland.co.uk

Wareham, Dorset BH20 6HH Over 240 primates of 17 different species, Monkey World is the largest primate rescue centre in the world!

Open10am - 6pm daily Entry fee: family £25 www.monkeyworld.org

Manydown Family Fun

Osborne House

Legoland

Basingstoke, RG23 8PU You’ll have a farm –tastic time at Manydown Maize Maze with lots of fun activities for the family to enjoy.

Open10am - 5.30pm daily Entry fee: family £30 www.milestones-museum.com 12 July/ August 2013

Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Dive into history, come onboard, meet the crew and discover what life was like living under the sea. You can meet submariner guides as they take you through our submarines and find out what it was like to face danger in battle; to share jokes in the cramped living conditions and how the torpedo section doubled up as a food store and cinema.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £25 www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Spinnaker Tower

The 170 metre viewing tower has introduced brand new i-VIEW screens on the view decks, providing a detailed outlook on the stunning view from 100 metres above sea level. Visitors can explore the view on the interactive touch screens which feature key points of interest in the 23 mile view and 1700 years of history, including the chance to trace the Mary Rose’s journey from her resting place on the sea bed to the new museum in the Historic Dockyard.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £25 www.spinnakertower.co.uk

The Tank Museum

Bovington, Dorset BH20 6JG Exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare from World War One to the present day.

As you explore the Museum’s six large halls you will come face to face with vehicles that have seen action in all the major wars of the 20th Century and hear first-hand accounts from those who fought in them.

Open10am - 5pm daily Entry fee: family £33 www.tankmuseum.org Carrisbrook Castle

East Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO32 6JX Open10am - 6pm daily Entry fee: family £34.80 www.osbornehouse.org

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What’s on

Please always phone or view the website before attending the event listed in case details have changed since we went to press.

Throughout July

Go! Rhinos trail Marwell Southampton City Centre www.gorhinos.co.uk Rhino sculptures will inhabit the streets of Southampton, showcasing the wealth of artistic talent in the area, while highlighting the significant conservation threat facing wild rhinos.

12 July Strawberries and Steam Evenings at Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway 6.30pm, £25 per person www.exbury.co.uk Booking essential call 02380 245 750 Staged to celebrate the Hampshire Food Festival.

Enjoy a summer fruit cocktail

14 July/ August 2013

on arrival before boarding carriages behind a steamdriven engine for a two-circuit run of the Rhododendron Line, where the railway’s Summer Lane Garden will be in full bloom. On the second circuit, the train will stop at Exbury North Station, where passengers have the choice of alighting for a 20 min guided walk through the Gardens. A delicious 2-course meal will be served with food sourced from Hampshire Suppliers – including seasonal strawberries and cream! Event is also on 19 July.

13 July Summer Fun Beaulieu 10am-6pm www.beaulieu.co.uk Holiday activities including falconry, games on Palace House lawns, go karts and much more. Event runs until 1 September.

Creepy House Summer Reading Challenge & Events Winchester Discovery Centre www.hants.gov.uk/wdc There is a spine-tingling adventure for children aged 4 - 11 when they take part in the Summer Reading Challenge.

Join our adventurers by completing the six-book challenge for free! Free author talks, revolting recipe making, t-shirt printing, writing workshops and craft events will be taking place across the holidays. Runs to 1 Sept.

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The House at Pooh Corner Mottisfont 11am – 5pm, free upon normal admission www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ mottisfont At the heart of this unique summer of fun is an opportunity to enjoy 36 handpainted illustrations by E.H. Shepard, created for the books Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner, kindly on loan from Egmont UK Ltd. Some of these works have never been seen before, and none of them have ever been on show in the UK. Each artwork is instantly recognisable, featuring Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore and Tigger, amongst other characters beloved by generations of children and adults, all based on the nursery toys that belonged to author AA Milne’s son, Christopher Robin.

Runs to 15 September.

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20 July Summer holidays at Marwell Marwell Zoo 10am-6pm £14-£18 www.marwell.org.uk see our ring-tailed coatis in their new home. Events runs to 1 September.

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22 July

Manor Farm Wartime Farm summer Bee & Honey Weekend Country Manor Farm Country Park ParkManor Farm Country Park 10am – 5pm 10am – 5pm www3.hants.gov.uk www3.hants.gov.uk Get close to the amazing Normal admissions, some world of the beehive, try activities cost extra. your hand at rolling a beeswax The clocks have been turned candle and taste back to 1940s for a fun delicious local honey with packed summer down on the Fareham & District Bee farm. Join in special war Keepers Association. time activities, face painting and pony rides.

Manor Manor Farm 24 July Farm Country Country 26 July Park Park Summer Fun The Spinnaker Tower Look Twice Artists Adult: £8.55, Child: £6.75 Exhibition at Exbury www.spinnakertower.co.uk Gardens, 10am, admission Sail along to the Spinnaker £11.00 www.exbury.co.uk TowerManor this summer and join in A delightful display by local Manor Farm with aCountry range of fun activities artists. The show Farm will be Country Park Park that are perfect for all ages. manned with a number of New i-VIEW. Runs to 2 Sept. demonstrations taking place.

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28 July

Tie Dyed T-Shirts Basingstoke Discovery Centre 1pm – 3pm, £10 all ages www.hants.gov.uk/bsdc Tie dyeing made easy, using elastic bands to tie objects into cloth and cold water dyes to add colour. During this fun workshop kids will dye a t-shirt to take home with them in bright tie-dye patterns. Bring an old, light t-shirt to work on.

Wild bees and insects Manor Farm Country Park 10am, £4 per person.

Booking essential. www3.hants.gov.uk Learn more about all that buzzes, bumbles or hums around the Country Park on a guided walk led by bee specialist Andy Davidson.

Meet at farm reception 30 July

28 July 25th Anniversary Solent Celebration Cruise SS Shieldhall, Berth 48, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN. Entrance via Dock Gate 4.

Cruise 11am - 4pm, £40 adults, £25 children www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk Join the Shieldhall team for good food, real ale (available to purchase) and live music marking the 25th anniversary of the Shieldhall 'in preservation' with a Solent cruise.

Sammy Sardine’s summer school: Beautiful badges Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Explore some of the more unusual badges that have been used to represent submarines. Then create your own to take home and represent your submarine!

Free with a valid museum ticket.

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• Feed our friendly animals

• Discover magical woodland trails Park

• Meet our friendly farm animals

• Have a go at milking

• Enjoy the exciting list of events

• Discover our new hatchery

• Take a ride on the miniature railway

• Explore our rainforest experience

• Have an adventure in our country park • Enjoy the exciting events throughout the summer

• Let the Kids loose in George’s Play Barn

• Or simply relax and enjoy the wonderful views over the Solent

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31 July Recycled Paper Making Itchen Valley Country Park Any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Cost £2.50.

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Come and learn the technique of paper making make a piece of recycled paper to take home.

Throughout August Go! Rhinos trail Marwell Southampton City Centre www.gorhinos.co.uk Rhino sculptures will inhabit the streets of Southampton, showcasing the wealth of artistic talent in the area, while highlighting the significant conservation threat facing wild rhinos.

Summer Fun Beaulieu 10am-6pm www.beaulieu.co.uk Holiday activities including falconry, games on Palace House lawns, go karts and much more.

Summer Holiday Nature Detectives, Lepe Country Park. 1pm, £2 per child, must be accompanied by an adult. www3.hants.gov.uk Popular hour long childrens activities running throughout the summer. No need to book, meet outside the park office at 1pm. Please check on the website for dates. Runs Mon, Tues and Thursdays.

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Summer Holiday Creative Fun at the National Motor Museum 12.00 – 4.00pm, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays www.beaulieu.co.uk.

Check website before visiting for correct dates. Admission price applies. Get creative this summer in the National Motor Museum. Visiting families can join in our drop-in activities, inspired by the museum's outstanding collections.

1 - 4 August

1 August Sammy Sardine’s summer school: Wacky waves!

Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Discover how waves affect people and animals and how they can also affect submarines beneath the waves, create your own waves in a bottle, help us to make sea sound instruments and meet the experts from Southampton University with their singing bubbles!

2 August

Camp Bestival www.campbestival.net 0844 888 4410 to book day tickets Festi-holiday paradise Camp Bestival is a multi-award winning four-day festival taking place at Lulworth Castle, Dorset. It’s the ultimate family festival, with something for everyone.

1 August Bushcraft for Kids Itchen Valley Country Park 10.30am to 12.30pm. £8 per child age 5 - 9 years plus adult. Booking required. www.eastleigh.gov.uk Join us for shelter building and campfire cooking.

6 - 8 August Family Fun: ‘Bush craft’ Royal Victoria Country Park 10am – 12pm or 2pm – 4pm www3.hants.gov.uk Learn some new survival skills in the woods. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

All activities are inclusive to everyone regardless of ability.

Suitable for 4+yrs. £4 per child 7 August Butterflies & Bees Itchen Valley Country Park Any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Cost £1.50 per craft.

Little Foresters - The Very Hungry Caterpillar Itchen Valley Country Park 10.30am - 12.00 noon, Cost £3.50 per child age 2 - 4 years plus adult.

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Come along for crafts, games, stories and a campfire based on this popular story. Booking essential.

Sammy Sardine’s summer school: The great HMS Alliance bake off!

Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

6 August Sammy Sardine’s summer school: Games on board Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Discover some of the games played on board HMS Alliance, then design and make your own to take home!

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Come along and make butterfly pegs and/or a bee craft.

8 August

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Discover some of the more unusual dishes that were served on board HMS Alliance in our Horrible Science of Submarines exhibition and then create a cake for the crew of our submarine!

Cowes Week Dining Cruise SS Shieldhall, Berth 48 Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN. Cruise 11am-4pm; £60 adults, £45 children www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk A lunch cruise to view the sights and sounds of Cowes Week, including a two course buffet. Limit 60 passengers.

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8 August Leaf Banners Itchen Valley Country Park Any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Cost £2.50 per child. www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Come and make a beautiful colourful banner with a leaf print.

9 August

Cowes Week thrills and spills aboard the steamship SS Shieldhall Berth 48, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN. Entrance via Dock Gate 4.

Cruise 11.00-16.00; £30 adults, £15 children www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk Cruising the Solent to view Cowes Week yachting, with its attendant thrills and spills.

Thomas and Friends return to the Watercress Line for more family fun! 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! Lots of activities, bouncy slide, children’s entertainer and face painting! Ride with Thomas, Toad and Diesel! Event runs to 18 August.

11 August Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom visits Paultons Park, Normal admission prices apply. www.paultonspark.co.uk Come and meet Ben & Holly for magical fun as they take a break from their adventure in the Little Kingdom and visit Paultons Park. You will also have the chance to have your photograph taken with Ben and Holly and to check out the dedicated Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom merchandise marquee.

11 August

Cowes Week fireworks cruise aboard the steamship SS Shieldhall Berth 48, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN. Entrance via Dock Gate 4 Cruise 18.30-23.59; £39 adults, £20 children www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk Enjoy the spectacular fireworks finale to Cowes Week in prime viewing position aboard the steamship SS Shieldhall. 'The Shieldhall Stompers Jazz Band' will be aboard and light suppers and snacks will be available.

10 August

Day out with Thomas Watercress Line Adult £16, child (2-16 yrs) £10, under 2 free, family ticket £48

www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk

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See the start of the Fastnet Race aboard the steamship SS Shieldhall Venue SS Shieldhall, Berth 48, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN. Entrance via Dock Gate 4.

Cruise 9am -4pm; £39 adults, £20 children www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk See the specacular sight of approximately 300 yachts participating in the Fastnet Race as you cruise around Hurst Castle.

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15 August Sammy Sardine’s summer school: World Food Day Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

The Horrible Science Best Bits Show!

Basingstoke Discovery Centre , 10am, £6 www.hants.gov.uk/bsdc Join amazing author Nick Arnold for outrageous hairraising highlights from the multi-million selling Horrible Science series including Really Rotten Experiments and Sick! From Measly Medicine to Savage Surgery, get ready for evil experiments, scary stories and queasy quizzes.

Raptor Day Itchen Valley Country Park Birds on view from 10am to 4pm, free to view - small charge to hold. Craft any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm cost £1.50 per owl, make your own owl to take home with you.

Discover places that HMS Alliance stopped at and taste your way around the world with our food stalls!

Cruise to the Old Gaffers 17 - 18 August

Jubilee Festival, Cowes SS Shieldhall, Berth 48, Eastern Docks. Entrance via Dock Gate 4. Cruise 9am -4pm, £30 adults, £15 children www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk Enjoy a leisurely Solent Cruise to the Old Gaffers Jubilee Festival aboard the steamship SS Shieldhall, also featuring local folk/rock band Coast.

13 August Family Fun: ‘Pirates’ Royal Victoria Country Park 10am –12pm or 2pm-4pm, £4 per child, spaces are limited, booking required. www.hants.gov.uk Test out your pirating skills. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

All activities are inclusive to everyone regardless of ability. Suitable for 4+yrs.

Event also runs on the 15 August To advertise your business with us with call: 023 8040 3247

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27 August Sammy Sardine’s summer school: Captain’s Cabin Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Clay Leaf Plaques

28 August Itchen Valley Country Park Any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Cost £2.00 per plaque.

18 August Meet Fireman Sam and Naughty Norman Paultons Park Normal admission apply www.paultonspark.co.uk Fireman Sam and Naughty Norman will be travelling all the way from the welsh town of Pontypandy, to meet and greet fans at Paultons Family Theme Park. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your photo taken and say hello to the hero next door!

Family Fun Day 18 August Hinton Ampner Near Alresford. 01962 771305, 10am-6pm www.nationaltrust.org.uk Falconry displays, family trail, live music and face painting.

Sammy Sardine’s summer 20 August school: 20,000 leagues under the Solent!

Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Discover more about the submarine and shipwrecks.

Reptile Day 21 August

Itchen Valley Country Park Reptiles on view from 10.30am to 2.30pm. Craft any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm cost £1.50 per child.

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Come along to see reptiles and make a clay reptile of your own to take home.

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22 August Sammy Sardine’s summer school – Boat Fest!

Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Explore and celebrate Gosport’s maritime heritage with our first ever Boat Fest.

See demos from 5th Gosport Sea Scouts canoeing and kayaking off our jetty, meet local sailing charities including Toe in the Water, Ocean Youth Sailing Trust, Tall Ships Youth Trust, Gosport Youth Afloat Project and see some of the fantastic mini boats belonging to Gosport Model Boat Club and Portsmouth Model Power Boat Club.

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Make a clay plaque and decorate with a leaf theme.

Use as a decoration or a coaster Bushcraft for Kids 29 August

Itchen Valley Country Park 10.30am to 12.30pm. Cost £8.00 per child age 5 - 9 years plus accompanying adult.

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Join us for shelter building and campfire cooking. Booking essential.

29 August

Sammy Sardine’s summer school – Marvellous Medals Royal Marines Submarine Museum, 10am – 3pm, Free with a valid museum ticket

www.submarine-museum.co.uk

Discover more about the special medals in our museum, and then create your own medal to take home 30 August Little Foresters - The Gruffalo Itchen Valley Country Park 10.30am to 12.00pm. Cost £3.50 per child age 2 - 4 years plus accompanying adult. Booking essential.

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Come along for crafts, games, stories and a campfire based on this popular story.

31 August Family Summer’s end picnic with firework finale Sir Harold Hillier Gardens 7pm – 9pm (open at 6pm for picnics), Adults £15 Child £8 (early bird discount if booked by 31July)

Felting Itchen Valley Country Park Any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Cost £3.00 per child. www.eastleigh.gov.uk/activities

Learn the art of felting and make a colourful felt picture to take home.

Pedal and picnic 25 August New Forest Northern Commons 4-7pm, £7.50 Booking essential 01794 344020 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Try our cycle trail; bring a picnic and we’ll provide the campfire and stories.

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Featured attraction: SeaCity Museum SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives and historic connections with Titanic and the sea.

Visit SeaCity Museum and Southampton to discover how we bring maritime history to life through an interactive experience designed for all ages.

For more information visit www.seacitymuseum.co.uk Did you know?

Visitors will be able to experience the sights and sounds of Southampton in 1912, when it was home port to some 23 steamship companies including Royal Mail, Union Castle and American Lines.

Knot just a Garden Tudor House & Garden open 7 days a week, 10 - 5pm

The transfer of White Star Line’s transatlantic express service from Liverpool to Southampton in 1907 had established Southampton as Britain’s premier passenger port.

The town was bustling with activity and the local economy flourished with new shops, restaurants and businesses.

The White Star Dock, later known as Ocean Dock, opened in 1911. It was from here, Berth 44, that the Titanic was to leave Southampton on 10 April 1912.

What’s coming up?

Start the Summer at SeaCity Museum – Children Go free!

Thursday 1 Aug at SeaCity Museum, activities from 10.30am – 3.30pm.

Children FREE entry day / Drop-in activities (small charges for particular activities may apply) Spend the day at SeaCity having a jolly time with our learning team.

Face painting, Titanic-themed make and take activity and storytelling.

What do our visitors say?

“We love coming here and enjoy it.We have an annual pass and learn something new each time.

I focus on one or two things on each visit and talk the children through them and then let them explore at leisure.”

Visit the website for details of family events.

www.tudorhouseandgarden.com For more information, news and special offers visit www.hampshireattractions.co.uk Become a fan: www.facebook.com/HampshireTopAttractions Follow Us: www.twitter.com/HantsTopDaysOut

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Tel 01590 612345 www.beaulieu.co.uk

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