April - September

Hamble Valley Guided Walk Summer Season

Weekends.

Popular free guided walks to discover the heritage and famous connecitons of villages and parishes within the Hamble Valley.
Call 023 8068 3340 to receive a copy of the programme or visit www.hamblevalleyheritage.co.uk

Tuesday 2nd June

Wild Flower Walk at Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre

There is a wide variety of wonderful wildflowers on the National Nature Reserve.  This walk will take you to places not normally open to the public, to see the seasonal floral display.        
Time:-9.30am – 12noon
Meet: Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre
Age:- Over 16 years
Booking:-Essential as places are limited           
Cost £4.00 per adult

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Wednesday 3 June

The Bone Supremacy at The Concorde Club

THE BONE SUPREMACY
There's a new band in town... introducing The 'Bone Supremacy! Featuring the best jazz Trombonists in the UK, this new exciting line-up is breathing some new life into the UK jazz scene with some hugely entertaining music played by no less than Five Trombones and a rhythm section.
Andy Flaxman (lead trombone), Adrian Fry (trombone and co-leader), Ian Bateman (trombone & co-leader), Alistair White (guest trombone), Chris Gower (bass trombone), John Pearce (piano), John Day (bass) and Peter Cater (drums)

'Bone Supremacy deserves, and is ready for BBC Radio Two or Jazz Line-Up plus a few festivals. Because this is not just a labour of love by top professionals, but also a labour of great fun' Sebastian Scotney, London Jazz

The Bone Supremacy was borne out of an idea after much discussion at the bar one night after a Back To Basie concert back in 2007. The regular four Trombonists in The Bone Supremacy are all regular members of that fantastic poll-winning big band. Ian Bateman started the discussion when he brought up the idea of re-creating Five-A-Slide, a trombone band that was very prominent at jazz clubs and festivals in the 1970s and 1980s. That band featured the top jazz trombonists of the time Roy Williams, Campbell Burnap, Pete Strange, Roy Crimmins Jim Shepherd, and latterly Ray Wordsworth amongst others. After general agreement with the idea, then much deliberation it was decided that a new name must be found as this band was going to be different.

With a repertoire from the traditional Muskrat Ramble to Michael Brecker's Delta City Blues and everything in between!

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
9pm

Saturday 6th June - 21st June

Chandlers Ford and Hiltingbury Festival

A celebration of the diverse talents that exist in our community and an opportunity to showcase those talents in a number of public performances and exhibitions around the area. The whole festival will be a combination of familiar and new events.

www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/thepoint-1034

Sunday 7th June

Bus and Coach Festival

at Royal Victoria Country Park

Enjoy a range of displays featuring transport from a bygone age

www3.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-countryside/rvcp.htm

Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th June

The Home Front at Manor Farm

Experience life on the Home Front, as Manor Farm turns back the clock to 1940s wartime Britain.
Time:- 10.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost:- Normal farm admission charge

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Sunday 7th June

The Rotart Club of Southampton's 11th annual Solent Gardeners Fayre and Craft

10.00am till 5.00pm

University of Southampton Sports Ground
Wide Lane
Eastleigh
SO50 5PE
(opposite Southampton Airport/Parkway Train Station)

Adults £3.50
Senior Citizen £3.00
Children under 14 have free entry

www.solentgardenersfayre.org.uk/

Wednesday 10th June

Salad Days Practical Demonstration and Workshop at Royal Victoria Country Park

Hanging baskets with a difference! Lack of space? Not a problem…. create your own mini salad bar. Please bring a basket and a liner. Seeds and plants will be provided
Time:- 2.00pm-4.00pmMeet:- Acorns Education Facility, Royal Victoria Country Park Age:- adults
Booking:-Essential
Cost:-£2

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Wednesday 10th June

Ladies Luncheon with guest speaker DEANNA HILTON – Bespoke Bags at The Concorde Club

Enjoy 2 course lunch and coffee followed by presentation by guest speaker Deanna Hilton who will be talking about her Bespoke Bags at the Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh.
Deanna Hilton
With over 40 years experience specialising in dressmaking & tailoring Deanna has now set up Bespoke Bags. Bespoke bags are made to match any outfit for any occasion. Bespoke Bags are totally personal to you. They are exclusive & unique, made in a style & fabric of your choice. Elegant & tailored the designs can be as functional or as flamboyant as you require.
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time: midday for 12,30pm

Wednesday 10th June

NICK DAWSON QUARTET with MARK CROOKS at The Concorde Club

Nick is often seen at the club playing piano with many of the top jazz bands. He is also a great singer. This is a great chance to hear him sing & with his own band.
They are joined by the award winning clarinettist Mark Crooks
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time: 9pm

Saturday 13th June

St. Andrew's Church Summer Fete Hamble

www.st-andrew-hamble.org/index1.html

Saturday 13th June - 27th June

Jump! Dance Festival

A fortnight featuring a range of dance presentations and workshops

www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk

Sunday 14th June

Spring Birdwatch at Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre

The bird breeding season is in full swing and many species will now be feeding young. Join an expert birdwatcher and visit the Reserve’s observation hides to witness this busy time of year.
Time:-7.00am – 9.30am
Meet:- Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre
Age:- Over 16 years
Booking:-Essential as places are limited
Cost:-  £5.00 per adult (includes admission to the Nature Reserve for the whole day)

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Sunday 14th June

Solent Austin 7 Club Rally at Manor Farm Country Park

Step back in time and enjoy the atmosphere of motoring from the pre-war years, as members of the Solent Austin 7 Club display a cavalcade of cars dating from 1926-39.
Date:-
Time:- From 11.00am
Meet:- Green outside Farm entrance
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost:- Free (admission charge applies should you wish to visit the farm)

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Sunday 14th June

Go Green Gang – Miniature Gardens at Royal Victoria Country PArk

Make your very own living garden in a seed tray
Time:- 10.00am – 12.00pm
Meet:- Acorns Education Facility, Royal Victoria Country Park

Age:- 8 years and over

Booking:-Essential
Cost:- £2

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Tuesday 16th June

7.30pm for 8pm prompt start

Test your knowledge at the Concorde Club!
1st prize – Magnum of Champagne per team member
2nd prize – Bottle of Champagne per team member

£10 per person (includes curry served in the interval – alternative available for non curry eaters & vegetarians)
Max 6 per team
To book your team in call 023 8061 3989
Payment required in advance
Non members welcome to this event
For further information please visit www.theconcordeclub.com

Wednesday 17th June

FROM THE US RONNIE KOLE at The Concorde Club

Ronnie Kole's love affair with the piano began as a boy in Chicago, where he was born.  It was a classic case of fate which gave him a lifelong mission that has been uplifting to audiences around the world.
The late legendary trumpet virtuoso, Al Hirt is mainly responsible for the career of Ronnie.  It was he, who insisted that Ronnie leave his 'steady gig' in Chicago, and go on the road.  Kole took Hirt's advice, and within a year was performing on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show.  It was also Al Hirt who brought Ronnie to New Orleans.  Al asked Ronnie to alternate with his band at his new club on Bourbon Street.  This he did for a few years, until one day Al said to him, "Kole, you're getting too big to be working opposite me...you need to have your own club."  It wasn't long after that, Kole's Corner became one of the big three places to go when in New Orleans... the other two being, Al Hirt's and Pete Fountain's.
Ronnie Kole has had the great pleasure of performing for Presidents Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush and Clinton, as well as Pope John Paul II. 

Ronnie Kole is joined by Andre Messeder on bass and Bobby Worth on drums
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Dates: Wednesday 17 June, 9pm

Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st June

Southampton & District Canine Assoc. Dog Show at Royal Victoria Country Park

Open show.  Spectators welcome.
Time:- 8.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Back event field
Age:- Something for everyone

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Sunday 21st June

Cress Heads

at Itchen Valley Country Park

Make a funny face then plant cress seeds and watch the 'hair' grow.
Any time between 10.30am - 2.30pm
Cost £1.00 per head

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ebc-1477

Sunday 21st June

The Big Bug Hunt at Manor Farm Country Park

Join a Countryside Ranger for a minibeast safari in search of the varied bugs, beetles and butterflies to be found in the park. 
Time:- 11.00am
Meet:- Toplands car park
Age:- 7+
Booking:- Essential
Cost:- Adults £2.00  Children £1.00

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Sunday 21st June

Dad’s Dairy Delights at Manor Farm Country Park

It’s Father’s Day, so treat Dad to a great day out at Manor Farm, with a free dairy ice cream for all Dads visiting the farm today.
Time:- 10.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost Normal farm admission charge

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Tuesday 23rd June

DARTS EXHIBITION with two World Champions ERIC BRISTOW & JOHN LOWE at The Concorde Club

Join us for an unforgettable night when we welcome 2 of the world's greatest darts players to the Concorde Club. Eric Bristow The Crafty Cockney & John Lowe Old Stoneface will be playing an exhibition match. They will then take on the might of the audience! Can you beat them?
24 lucky audience members will also have the chance to play against the legends!
Buy your ticket today! £12 includes BBQ and salad supper
Doors open 7pm. non members welcome to this event

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time: 7pm

Wednesday 24 June

THE ALLAN GANLEY LEGACY BIG BAND with special guest ELAINE DELMAR

“It is as a drummer, as a composer and arranger we think of him.  Allan Ganley was superlative in all departments; as superlative a jazz musician as anyone in Britain so far has come up with.”  Sir John Dankworth
Family and friends of Allan Ganley, one of Britain’s foremost jazz musicians, have come together to form The Allan Ganley Jazz Legacy, keeping alive the music composed and arranged by this internationally admired drummer, composer and arranger who sadly passed away last year

Officially launching at The Stables Theatre, Wavendon on 14 June 2009, The Allan Ganley Jazz Legacy includes June Time, a new album of Allan’s big band music, recorded by an all-star line up of British jazz musicians including Andy Panayi (conductor), Alan Barnes, Mark Nightingale, John Horler, Julian Siegel, Andy Mackintosh and Mike Smith to name a few - all of whom were in Allan’s Big Band.
All profits raised through album sales will be directed to The Allan Ganley Bursary Fund which was set up following Allan’s death, to enable a promising young musician to attend the National Youth Music Camps.  The Bursary provides funding for young musicians who would not otherwise be able to attend. 
Allan Ganley played for some of the great jazz artists such as; Stan Getz, Jim Hall, Peggy Lee, Dizzy Gillespie, George Shearing, Stephane Grappelli, John Dankworth, Cleo Laine, Nelson Riddle, Henry Mancini, Tubby Hayes, Ronnie Scott & many more. Allan wrote arrangements for the BBC Big Band, Ken Peplowski, Georgie Fame, Elaine Delmar and John Dankworth, as well as his own groups. Allan won the Melody Maker and New Musical Express drum polls in the 50's and 60's amd won the British Jazz Awards for best drummer 7 times in the 80's and 90's.  He also won the best arranger/composer award in 1990. Allan appeared in films "All Night Long" & "Dr Terror's House of Horrors" & coached Peter Sellers & Patrick McGoohan in drumming.
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time: 9pm

Thursday 25th June

Mid Week Hide with a Guide

Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre

Join an experienced birdwatcher and find out more about the birds visiting the Nature Reserve.  Focus on summer breeding birds.
Time:-10.30am – 12noon or 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet:-Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre
Age:- Something for everyone           
Booking:-Not necessary
Cost:-Free but normal admission rates to the Reserve apply

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Sunday 28th June

Bushcraft Taster Session

Westwood Woodland Park

Come out with the Westwood rangers for this practical taster session on bush craft. Learn about fire lighting techniques, cordage, spoon carving and weaving all in the beautiful setting of Westwood woodland park.  Please wear sensible shoes and outdoor clothing.
Date:
Time: 10.00am-3.00pm
Cost: £ 7
Meeting point: Grange Road entrance- parking available in Mill House pub car park.
Age: Something for everyone
Booking: Essential

Events and activities around Hamble Quay

www.hambleweek.co.uk

Wednesdy 1st July - 30th July

Hampshire Food Festival

Join in our celebration of food and drink from Hampshire this July, with over 140 different events hosted at dozens of venues across Hampshire! Plus free prize draws to enter and special offers throughout the Festival.

Plenty for children and adults; cookery and 'grow your own veg' workshops, cookery demonstrations, tastings, Hampshire farmers' markets, vineyard and farm tours, open days, competitions and special offers, Festival menus, celebrity events, country shows, talks and walks...held daytime, evenings and weekends across the whole county of Hampshire in Southern England, with food and drink from Hampshire taking centre stage throughout! Plenty of opportunities to taste, enjoy and buy!

www.hampshirefare.co.uk/default.aspx

Wednesday 1st July,

DEREK NASH BAND at The Concorde Club

Derek Nash is a vibrant and charismatic performer on all 4 sax's from Soprano to Baritone, Derek Nash is equally at home leading the award winning Jazz ensemble Sax Appeal to Funky Heights, or swinging his way to best CD of the year 2000 with Spike Robinson. As a full member of the Jools Holland Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, he has performed in front of over 65,000 people at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff and also to over 100,000 at the Glastonbury Festival. He has appeared live on TV with many top performers including Eric Clapton, David Sanborn, Tom Jones, Paul Carrack, Jamie Cullum, Mavis Staples, Will Young, Ruby Turner and Sam Brown.
"Derek Nash is one of the most versatile saxophonists in the UK today" - The Guardian
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Dates: 9pm

Sunday 5th July

Mini Beast Safari at Titchfield Haven

Discover a hidden world of amazing creatures, all with a fascinating story to tell.  Equipment is provided to help you catch your own bugs and beasties.
Time:-10.30am – 12noon or 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet:-Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre
Age:-Over 6 years
Booking:-Essential as places are limited
Cost:-£5.00 per adult; £2.50 per accompanied child (includes admission to the Nature Reserve for the whole day)

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Wednesday 8th July

KEITH NICHOLS’ BLUE DEVILS ORCHESTRA at The Concorde Club

Founded in 1989 by lecturer, stride pianist, arranger and Ellington scholar Keith Nichols, the Blue Devils Orchestra specialises in recreating the music of Duke Ellington in the 20s and 30s (especially the legendary five year Cotton Club residency). The band play such masterpieces as
Black and Tan Fantasy, Mood Indigo, Solitude and Black Beauty demonstrating the incredibly wide emotional range of Ellington's work.

The band has appeared regularly at the South Bank, all the major UK jazz festivals, throughout Europe, and at many private functions at the Waldorf and Savoy hotels.
Jazz critics have described them as:
'outrageously good'
'with stunning panache, virtuosity and energy'
The Band - Trumpets - Mike Henry, Enrico Tomasso, Saxes - Robert Fowler, Noel Murphy, Nick Payton Trombone - Alistair Allan, Guitar/Banjo - Martin Wheatley, Bass/Tuba - Graham Read, Drums - Richard Pite
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time: 9pm

Friday 10th July - 12th July

Eastleigh Music Festival

We are pleased to announce that the Friday night will be headlined by Eddi Reader. Tickets will be on sale soon, so make sure you register for updates using the link above to be the first to find out the latest news.
Other confirmed acts for the Friday include
The Demon Barbers - voted as best live act at BBC2's folk awards this year.

The Eastleigh Mela will be held on Sunday 12th July. The Mela promises a full day of free events for the whole family including live music, dance, workshops and stalls

www.eastleighmusicfestival.co.uk/

www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk

Friday 10th July

Mothing Night at Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre

Marvel at the variety of shapes, sizes and patterns of these beautiful insects.  There will be an opportunity to check the previous night’s catch of moths in the Reserve’s live traps.  (An alternative date may be given if the weather is inclement).  (Refreshments provided).
Time:7.00pm – 9.00pm
Meet:-Wildlife Garden at Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre. 
Age:-Over 6 years
Booking:-Essential as places are limited
Cost:-£4.50 per adult; £2.25 per accompanied child.

Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Sunday 12th July

Colorful Windsocks
at Lakeside Country Park.

Why not come and make a windsock while you are visiting the Steam Gala?.
Any time between 1.00pm and 3.00pm

Cost £1.30 per windsock

www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ebc-1531

Sunday 12th July

A Victorian Garden Fete at Manor Farm Country Park

Enjoy a traditional summer fete, with games, sideshows and children’s entertainment.  Meet costumed characters from the past and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of rural life from a bygone age.
Date:-
Time:- 10.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost Normal farm admission charge

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Wednesday 15th July

Judy Carmichael at The Concorde Club

Grammy nominated pianist Judy Carmichael is one of the world’s leading interpreters of stride piano and swing. Count Basie nicknamed her “Stride”, acknowledging the command with which she plays this technically and physically demanding jazz piano style. Another early fan, Sarah Vaughan, encouraged her to record her first ensemble album, which she did with members of the Basie band.
A native of California, Judy Carmichael moved to New York in the early 80’s and has maintained a busy concert schedule throughout the world ever since. She has toured for the United States Information Agency throughout India, Portugal, Brazil and Singapore. In 1992 Judy was the first jazz musician sponsored by the US Government to tour China.
'astounding, flawless and captivating' The New York Times
She has played in a variety of venues from Carnegie Hall to the Peggy Guggenheim Museum in Venice (the first ever concert presented by the museum) In addition, she has done comic skits & performed her music on radio and TV amd performed private recitals for everyone from Rod Stewart & Robert Redford to President Clinton and Gianni Agnelli.
Judy Carmichael is one of a handful of musicians who approach jazz from a perspective of its entire history. Choosing to study jazz piano from its early roots on, she explores the music deeply, infusing it with a 'fresh, dynamic interpretation of her own' (Washington Post).
Judy Carmichael’s Grammy-nominated recording “Two Handed Stride” teamed her with four giants of jazz from the Count Basie Orchestra, Red Callendar, Harold Jones, Freddie Green and Marshall Royal.
Judy and Harry are joined on the evening by guitarist Dave Blenkhorn

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time: 9pm

Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th July

Concorde Annual Beer Festival

Saturday midday – 7pm, Sunday midday – 5pm
Enjoy aselection of local real ales to taste, BBQ, duck racing, Brollie Parade, stalls, garden games, classic cars & much more!

Music by the Groove Brothers (soul sax & vocal duo) Saturday 12-7pm
Music from The John Maddocks Jazzmen Sunday 12-4.30pm

non members welcome
Bring a rug or a chair! Children welcome
Entrance to Beer Festival: £4 per person (includes souvenir glass)
This event is part of the Hampshire Food Festival
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ

Sunday 19th July

Go Green Gang – Pond dipping at Royal Victoria Country Park

Come and find out more about pond-life and the creatures that have made the park ponds their home.
Time:-10.00am – 12.00pm
Meet:-Acorns Education Facility, Royal Victoria Country Park
Age:-8 years and over
Booking:-Essential
Cost:-£2

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Sunday 19th July – Sunday 1st November

Every Picture Tells a Story at Manor Farm Country Park

This exhibition in the farm reception theatre showcases the wildlife, landscape and fauna photography of Hampshire photographers Tony Smith and Russ Hankey. 
Time:- 10.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm Reception Theatre
Age:- 7+
Booking:- Non essential
Cost:- Free (admission charge applies should you wish to visit the farm)

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Sunday 19th July 

What’s That Tree? Manor Farm Country Park

A guided walk to help you identify some of the park’s many and varied trees.
Time:- 11.00am
Meet:- Toplands car park
Age:- 7+
Booking:- Essential
Cost:- Adults £2.00  Children £1.00

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Monday 20th July – Friday 4th September

Summer Wildlife Trail at Royal Victoria Country Park

Follow a self-guided trail around the site and discover more about the park’s rich wildlife.
Time:- Available 10.00am – 4.00pm
Meet:- Collect trail sheet from the Heritage Visitor Centre
Age:- up to 11 yr olds
Cost:- £1 per trail

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Monday 20th July – Friday 28th August

Summer Holiday Fun on the Farm

Manor Farm Country Park

Enjoy a great day out this summer with a host of farm activities for children. Go ‘back to school’ with a Victorian school lesson; join the farmer for a daily interactive farmyard walk; meet the farm animals; watch the cows being milked; get creative with children’s arts and crafts activities in the farmhouse (weekdays only) and more!
Time:- 10.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost:- Normal farm admission charge. Small additional charge for children’s craft activity.Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Tuesday 21 July

CHARITY QUIZ & CURRY NIGHT in aid of the Parkinson’s Disease Society

7.30pm for 8pm prompt start

Test your knowledge at the Concorde Club!
1st prize – Magnum of Champagne per team member
2nd prize – Bottle of Champagne per team member

£10 per person (includes curry served in the interval – alternative available for non curry eaters & vegetarians)
Max 6 per team
To book your team in call 023 8061 3989
Payment required in advance
Non members welcome to this event. Over 18s only
For further information please visit www.theconcordeclub.com

Wednesday 22nd July

KING PLEASURE & THE BISCUIT BOYS at The Concorde Club

King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys present a breathtaking mix of 1940s Kansas City jazz and blues in a truly exhilarating, swinging, non-stop live performance. Looking like they just stepped straight out of a 1940s black and white movie, this inimitable six-piece delivers a shot of pure and authentic jazz and blues from a bygone era, when swing was King.
'easily the best Rhythm & Blues Band on the planet!' Blues & Rhythm magazine
'the hardest act to follow since the parting of the Red Sea' Paul Jones, Radio 2
Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time, 9pm

Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July

Hide with a Guide and London Camera Exchange at Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre   

Join an experienced birdwatcher and find out more about the birds visiting the Nature Reserve at this time of the year.  You can use a telescope, find out about bird identification and wildlife in general, as well as the management of the Nature Reserve.
London Camera Exchange offers an extensive range of binoculars, cameras and telescopes – with experienced staff on hand to advise you on the best optics to suit your needs.
Time:-10.30am – 12noon or 2.00pm – 3.30pm for Hide with a Guide 9.30am – 5.00pm for London Camera Exchange.
Meet:-Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre
Age:-Something for every one           
Booking:-Not necessary
Cost:-Free but normal admission rates to the Reserve apply

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Sunday 26th July

Moth Night at Royal Victoria Country Park

Join a local naturalist, to discover some of our beautiful night-time insects which visit the park with names such as stunning oak woodland moth and elephant hawkmoth.  Also learn more about how to record moths in your own garden.  Please bring a torch.
Time:- 8.00pm till late
Meet:- Outside Cedar Tea Rooms

Age:- Something for everyone

Booking:- Essential. 
Cost:- £2

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Wednesday 29th July

BACK TO BASIE BIG BAND at The Concorde Club

Directed by trumpet player Paul Lacey, the orchestra features top London musicians and jazz soloists all dedicated to playing the music of Count Basie. The band captures the sound and spirit of the legendary ‘Swingin’ Machine’

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time 9pm

Thursday 30 July

Family Fun Day

Royal Victoria Country Park

Join the rangers for a morning of action packed fun and games for all the family. Bring along a picnic and make a day of it. 10am - 12pm. Meet outside the Cedars Tea Room. FREE. Normal parking charges apply. An adult must accompany all children.

Cost: free entry – normal parking charges apply10.00am.

www3.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-countryside/rvcp.htm

Tuesdays 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th August

Rabbit & Guinea Pig Care at Manor Farm Country Park

Pick up tips for caring for your pet rabbit, guinea pig or similar small animal at these free farmyard advice sessions. (Please do not bring your pet with you.)
Time:- 3.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm Farmyard
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost:- Normal farm admission charge

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Wednesday 5th August

Fabulous Fish

Lakeside Country Park

Come and make a fish with colorful, shiny scales.
Any time between 1.00pm and 3.00pm
Cost £1.30 per fish

Six specialist musicians - five voices - thirteen instruments!
For their debut at The Concorde Club, Lancashire-based jazz sextet, The Swing Commanders, promise an evening of classic Swing and so much more - with a wide repertoire of memorable music from the 30s, 40s and 50s.
Led by Hampshire’s ‘King of the Swingers’, Peter Riley, in only two years the current vibrant, young line-up of five voices, six specialist musicians & thirteen instruments first emerged as a top attraction on the Country scene, with such standards as ‘Sixteen Tons’ and ‘Orange Blossom Special’, before laying claim to the title of Europe’s best Western Swing band, following successful tours of Holland and Texas in 2008, where their acclaimed televised rendition of such classics as ‘Rose of San Antone’ and ‘Big Balls in Cowtown’ celebrated all that was great in the rockabilly style of Texas Swing.
However, the skills of jazz percussionist, Mark Warburton and British mandolin champion, multi-instrumentalist Simon Brady, ensure that Latin rhythms have been successfully introduced, even venturing ‘South of the Border’ as far afield as Hawaii for the famous war chant.

Whatever your musical taste from the golden era of Swing, you will find something to relish from this hugely talented, high-energy sextet that is emerging as the Swing sensation of 2009.  In their own unique style, The Swing Commanders guarantee over two hours of musical excellence in the finest traditions of The Concorde Club.

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Dates: , 9pm

Fridays 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th August 

The Big Bug Hunt at Manor Farm Country Park

Join a Countryside Ranger for a minibeast safari in search of the varied bugs, beetles and butterflies to be found in the park.
Time:- 11.00am
Meet:- Toplands car park
Age:- 7+
Booking:- Essential
Cost:- Adults £2.00  Children £1.00

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Saturday 8th August

Bird Ringing

Join the Reserve’s team of ringers at the ringing station soon after dawn.  This is a rare opportunity to observe at close quarters some of the many small migrant birds that pass through the Reserve at this time of year, en route to their African winter quarters.  (An alternative date may be given if the weather is inclement)
Time:-6.00am – 9.00am
Meet:-Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre. 
Age:- Over 16 years
Booking:-Essential as places are limited
Cost:-£7.50 per adult

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Sunday 9th & Sunday 23rd August

When Pooh Met Piglet at Manor Farm Country Park

Bring your favourite Teddy or soft toy along to Manor Farm for a day of fun on the farm, including the chance to meet our latest litter of piglets.
Time:- 10.00am – 5.00pm
Meet:- Manor Farm
Age:- All ages
Booking:- Non essential
Cost:- Normal farm admission charge

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Wednesday 12th August

Family Fun day
Westwood Woodland Park

Come along for a family fun packed morning including a short walk through Westwood Woodland Park, games and activities, ending at the picnic site where if you wish you can enjoy your lunch. (lunch not provided)
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Cost: Free
Meeting point: Weston Adventure playground.

Wednesday 12 August

THE VIC ASH / SIMON SPILLETT QUINTET at The Concorde Club

2010 marks a very special double anniversary in British Jazz   Veteran clarinettist and tenor saxophonist Vic Ash will be celebrating both his 80th birthday and 60 years in the music business.  

To commemorate this special event, Vic and fellow tenor saxophonist Simon Spillett have teamed up to present a new quintet featuring pianist John Critchinson, bassist Alec Dankworth and drummer Martin Drew  

Vic Ash's career has seen him playing for twenty five years with Frank Sinatra, touring with Miles Davis and Dave Brubeck, recording with Tubby Hayes, John Dankworth, Clark Terry, Bob Brookmeyer and Tony Bennett and many, many more, as well as twenty years in the BBC Big Band.  
Simon Spillett has a unique connection to Vic, having studied with him for two years prior to winning the BBC Jazz Award for Rising Star in 2007. He has recorded two best selling albums, 'Sienna Red' and 'Introducing' for Alan Barnes Woodville Records and has secured a solid reputation across the UK Club and Festival Circuit.  

The quintet's repertoire consists of jazz standards, including those associated with some of the many great performers Vic has worked with and adding a unique historical glimpse into his lengthy career, Vic will also add reminiscences and anecdotes.

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time:9pm

Friday 14th August

Mothing Night at Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre,

Over 500 species of moth have been found locally.  These underrated insects are spectacular close up.  See for yourself as we check last night’s catch and set up the special trap for this evening.  (An alternative date may be given is the weather is inclement)  (Refreshments provided).
Time:-7.00pm – 9.00pm
Meet:-Wildlife Garden at Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre.  (Alternative date may be given if the weather is inclement)
Age:-Over 6 years
Booking:-Essential as places are limited
Cost:-£4.50 per adult; £2.25 per accompanied child.

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Sunday 16th August

Go Green Gang – Beach Scavenger Hunt at Royal Victoria Country Park

Discover the rich variety of shore wildlife with a host of fun activities along the shore
Time:-10.00am – 12.00pm
Meet:-Acorns Education Facility, Royal Victoria Country Park

Age:-8 years and above

Booking:-Essential

Cost:- £2 per person

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Sunday 16th August 

Park Explorer Walk at Manor Farm Country Park

A leisurely guided walk to discover the hidden delights of the park, including its rich variety of wildlife. 
Time:- 11.00am
Meet:- Toplands car park
Age:- 7+
Booking:- Essential
Cost:- Adults £2.00  Children £1.00

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Wednesday 26th August

Bats in the Belfry at Manor Farm Country Park

An evening talk and walk presented by Hampshire Bat Group. An introductory slideshow will be followed at dusk with a walk through the farm to the churchyard, where we hope to see bats emerging from their daytime roosts.
Time:- 7.45pm
Meet:- Manor Farm Reception
Age:- 7+
Booking:- Essential
Cost:- Adults £3.50    Children £3.00    

Manor Farm Country Park
Pylands Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 1BH
Tel: 01489 787055 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Thursday 27th August

Mid Week Hide with a Guide at Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre

Join an experienced birdwatcher and find out more about the birds visiting the Nature Reserve.
Time:-10.30am – 12noon or 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet:- Titchfield Haven Visitor Centre
Age:- Something for everyone           
Booking:-Not necessary
Cost:-Free but normal admission rates to the Reserve apply

Titchfield Haven Visiotor Centre, Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fereham, Hamshire, PO14 3JT
Tel: 01329 662145 Web: www.hants.gov.uk/titchfield

Saturday 29th August

Seashore Safari at Royal Victoria Country Park

Seashore Safari

Join the rangers and discover the amazing wildlife on our shoreline on a guided walk along the seafront.
Time:- 10.00am-12.00pm
Meet:- Outside the Heritage Visitor Centre.

Age:- Something for everyone

Booking:- Essential
Cost:-  £2 per person

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp

Wednesday 19 August

JIVIN’ MISS DAISY at The Concorde Club

The dynamic swing band, featuring the best of London's young swing jazz musicians – A great 9 piece jazz band!

Jivin' Miss Daisy play authentic arrangements from Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Fletcher Henderson and Charlie Barnet as well as arrangements specially written by bandleader Simon Thorpe. With musicians hot-foot from playing with acts like Jools Holland, Stacey Kent, Bryan Ferry and Ray Gelato's Giants, this really is an all-star band.

Venue: The Concorde Club, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hants, SO50 9HQ
Time 9pm

Sunday 13th September

Food for free at Royal Victoria Country Park

Take a walk through the bountiful larder that is Westwood finding out what nature provides us for free! Suitable for all the family.
Time: 1pm-3pm
13th September
Cost: £2 per person
Meeting point: Weston shore car park
Booking: Yes

Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA
Tel:-023 8045 6246

Web:- www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp