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Calshot Activities Centre

One of the best known outdoor centres in the country, Calshot is located near Southampton, on the Solent, with stunning views across to the Isle of Wight The centre is well positioned to offer watersports, as well as having an indoor hangar which

Tree Myths and Folklore

Tree Myths and Folklore. Masterclass & guided walk. Download to calendar. 10 September 2026 9:30am to midday. Thursday 10 September, 9.45am – 12noon. The morning starts with a complimentary hot drink and an illustrated talk led by one of our

Sponsorship and advertising

Commercial opportunities for businesses at Royal Victoria Country Park and filming at the park

Annual plant timeline

Annual plant timeline. As with all plants, the National Collections at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens have specific seasons of interest. Sometimes even within a collection, different species may fruit, flower and produce leaves at different times of year

Cycle routes in the Hampshire Countryside

Over 750 miles of off-road cycle routes and urban cycle paths make Hampshire a great place for cycling.

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The Get Away

The Get Away. Escape the office with our two-day retreat, designed to grow relationships, develop key skills and build strong teams. This package includes:. Fully equipped meeting room. Choose how you would like the space to be set up on the day.

Ligustrum (privet)

Ligustrum (privet). The Gardens’ Ligustrum collection contains 193 individual plants. Most people know the common hedging type of privet, but there are some beautiful species that make attractive specimen trees too. Ligustrum compactum from the

Top activities to do around Tile Barn

We’ve created a list of things to do and places to help you make the most of your stay at Tile Barn.

National Collection Glade

National Collection Glade. National Collection Glade. The aim of the Glade is to provide an introduction to our national plant collections. Near to the pond, a path winds down a gentle slope through the National Collection Glade. The aim of the

Solent Way - Lymington to Beaulieu

Solent Way - Lymington to Beaulieu. Route distance. 10 miles - 4 to 5 hours. Start point. Lymington. Download the route. Lymington to Beaulieu walk. A short history of the Solent Way. The Solent Way is a 60-mile long-distance coastal walking route

Kingsclere walk 4

Kingsclere walk 4. Route distance. 4 miles. Start point. Newbury Road, Frogs Hollow. Download the route. A short description of the Kingsclere walk. Kingsclere has varied countryside including open downland, steep slopes, small fields and woodland.

Friday Summer Soul

Friday Summer Soul. Picnic Concert. Download to calendar. 17 July 2026 6:15pm to 10:30pm. Gates open for picnics at 6:15pm, concert 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Friday 17 July 2026. SOLD OUT. Get onboard the soul train and join us for this spectacular tribute

Story of the nymphs and the boggart

Story of the nymphs and the boggart. Route distance. 1.08 miles. Start point. Hawley Meadows car park. Download the route and the story. A short history of Hawley Meadows. Hawley Meadows is an important river floodplain site, with a wet grassland

Information for parents

We've laid out all you need to know to help you and your child prepare for their time away from home with school here at Hampshire Outdoor Centres.

Tractor Barn

Our tractor barn houses a fascinating collection of vintage tractors.

Memorial beach plaques

Memorial Bench Plaques. We appreciate that many people over the years, both national and local to Calshot have enjoyed the Activities Centre and the beautiful scenery of the spit - from the fantastic views across the Solent, to the variety of

David Jewell Bids Farewell

David Jewell Bids Farewell

Case study: Runway’s End environmental programme

Learn more about how Runway's End's environmental programme enhances nature connectedness.

How to stop sleepover anxiety on residentials

How to stop sleepover anxiety on residentials. read ( words). Aug 9 2023. Residentials are a time of fun, friendship, and hands-on learning. However, for children with ADHD, autism, dyspraxia and other neurodivergences, and those with anxiety, being

Volunteering

Volunteering opportunities on the farm

Become a member at Manor Farm

Become a member at Manor Farm and enjoy unlimited visits for a whole year.

Key sailing terms needed to be skipper ready for Cowes Week

Key sailing terms needed to be skipper ready for Cowes Week. read ( words). Jul 8 2022. Cowes Week is coming up, one of the largest sailing regattas of its kind in the world! The event is hosted in Cowes on the Isle of Wight and has been going since

Crew Adventures - Episode 1

Crew Adventures - Episode 1. read ( words). Jan 31 2022. We’re proud of our expert crew and the incredible work they do at our outdoor activity centres. Their love for the great outdoors has steered them into a career like no other. This passion

Hartley Wintney walk through the past and present

Hartley Wintney walk through the past and present. Route distance. 5 miles. Start point. Centre of village. Download the route. A short history of Hartley Wintney. Hartley Wintney features a wide main street with the village green and duck pond at

Wildlife Wonders

Wildlife Wonders. Come and join the Lepe team & a whole host of other wildlife loving organisations at our Wildlife celebration event. A two day wildlife themed festival for the whole family. Download to calendar. 5 August 2026 10am to 6 August 2026