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Staunton Country Park announced it will close today and not re-open until Sunday, December 8. The closure effects the Enlightened Trail and Park Run which were set to go ahead tomorrow.

Country park which hosts popular winter event announces closure

magical things to do in hampshire this christmas

9 fantastic festive things to do which make Christmas simply magical

Fantastic Festive family fun at Port Solent’s Festival of Christmas

Dick Whittington is The Kings Theatre's Pompey Panto, running through December 2024

Dick Whittington at the Kings Theatre - the Pompey Panto is back

Michelle Towner from Orlaya Floryn Blooms at the Hotwalls Christmas Creative Market

Delight as artists open their studios for Christmas market - in pictures

The Christmas lights were turned on in Portchester on Friday, November 29, 2024. Picture: Sarah Standing (291124-9724)

16 pictures of family fun at the Portchester Christmas light switch on

Gosport High Street Christmas Lights Switch On and Market took place on Saturday, November 30.

23 merry pictures of the Gosport High Street Christmas Light Switch On

Tim Bulbeck, from Measure for Measure based in Stubbington, at the Lee-on-the-Solent Christmas lights. Picture: Sarah Standing (291124-6892)

14 joyful pictures of a fantastic Christmas light switch on at Lee-on-the-Solent

Children were excited to meet the Elf and The Grinch on Friday, November 29 at Wonder in Havant. Photos by Alex Shute

Snow, the Grinch, and a cheeky Elf: Kids delight at Havant light switch

Crowds gathered in Emsworth Square to watch Santa Clause turn on the Christmas lights and hear local children sing festive songs on Friday, November 29. Photos by Alex Shute

Picturesque Emsworth lights up as it brings in the festive season - in pictures

A Which survey has found that Winchester is the best small city to go Christmas shopping in.

Hampshire city named as one of best for Christmas shopping in the UK

A host of exciting acts have been announced for the Isle of Wight Festival 2025.

More exciting acts revealed for Isle of Wight festival 2025

Claire Louise School of Dance is set to open in Waterlooville with open days taking place on Saturday and Sunday.

New dance school to open in Waterlooville with open days this weekend

Duke the Sausage kept warm in a festive jumper at the Waterlooville Christmas light switch on. Photos by Alex Shute

Families brave the cold to enjoy Christmas light switch on - in pictures

Jellyfish in the 'water' zone of Glow Marwell 2024

Glow Marwell winter wonderland returns to zoo for Christmas light show

The Christmas lights in Gosport High Street. Picture: Mike Cooter (251123)

Free Christmas activities in Gosport every week
Gosport is getting in the festive spirit with its annual Christmas light switch on and weekly activities.
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Victorious Festival 2024

Excitement as 'big clue' for Victorious Festival line-up pending

The Christmas lights in Gosport High Street. Picture: Mike Cooter (251123)

Key timings for the Gosport Christmas Light switch on

Waterlooville Christmas Light Switch On 2024

Waterlooville Christmas light switch on returns

21 best pantomimes and Christmas shows in Hampshire

21 fabulous festive shows and best pantomimes not to be missed

Ashlee Pratt performing at the Love Southsea Christmas Market in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (231124-23)

Delight as Christmas market warms the soul during stormy weekend - In pictures

27 astounding pictures from Fareham's Christmas Light Switch On event

Friends gather inside the Winter Lodge at the Queen's Hotel

Christmas vibes created at the Winter Lodge in the Queen's Hotel

Lewis Harry, 8, who was first in the queue, cuts the ribbon, with manager Bryony Waldron, right, and other staff at the opening of Toys R Us shop in WHSmith, West Street, Fareham Picture: Chris Moorhouse (231124-09)

Glee as new Toys R Us opens in Fareham - 9 wonderful pictures

Portsmouth On Ice officially opens, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (231124-15)

Festive ice rink officially opens in city centre - 11 Pictures

Lee-on-the-Solent Christmas lights were switched on in the High Street on Friday, November 24, 2023

Picture: Sarah Standing (241123-2252)

Popular Christmas Light Switch On rescheduled

Joshua and Rose had fun on the walking piano at Victoria Park. Picture: Marcin Jedrysiak

54 stunning pictures as We Shine Portsmouth dazzles visitors
The fabulous We Shine Portsmouth festival caused great delight as visitors flocked to see a host of spectacular art and illumination displays across the city.
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The Christmas lights in West Street, Fareham. Picture: Mike Cooter (181123)

Fareham Christmas Light Switch On to go ahead - with some changes

There are so many fun and festive things to get involved with over the next few weeks - here are some taking place this weekend. Pictured: Crowds get covered in 'snow' at the Palmerston Road Christmas Lights Switch On, November 2023 Picture by Habibur Rahman

8 fantastically festive events taking place this weekend - In Pictures

Preparations for We Shine at Victoria Park. Picture: Habibur Rahman

Sneak peek at We Shine as preparations for the spectacular begin

Find out when and where the Christmas lights will be turned on around the Portsmouth area.

When and where to see Christmas lights turn on in the region

Palmerston Road Christmas Lights Switch On at Southsea on Thursday 23rd November 2023

Pictured: Crowds playing with snow
Picture: Habibur Rahman

City's fabulous Christmas lights switch on events and activities

Hundreds of residents descended on Commercial Road to watch local dance troops and celebrities come together to turn on the Christmas lights.

Pictured - The Commercial Road Christmas lights are switched on 2023

Photos by Alex Shute

Major change made to Commercial Road Christmas Light Switch on

Our Beating Heart by Studio Vertigo at St Mary's Church

Major changes to We Shine Portsmouth as a result of bad weather

Sip and Solve opened its doors in Portsmouth in August 2024. It is an immersive puzzle bar with a range of games and puzzles to enjoy whilst having a drink.

Picture: Sarah Standing (151124-5671)

WATCH: One-of-a-kind immersive puzzle bar opens in city

Looking back at a Chichester Christmas tree lights switch-on. Photo by Derek Martin Photography and Art.

Popular Christmas market cancelled as light switch on scaled back

Pictured is: Rees Chaplin, 9 receives his gift from Father Christmas.

Picture: Keith Woodland (191121-22)

Beloved Leigh Park Christmas Grotto returns for festive season

Construction of ice rink in Guildhall Square, Portsmouth
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (161124-23)

Anticipation builds as ice rink in Guildhall Square quickly takes shape

The Ukes of Hazard entertain the crowds at HTC Christmas Fayre 2024. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (161124-43)

20 pictures of a fantastically festive day at HTC Christmas Fayre

Fort Brockhurst Festive Fair brought Christmas cheer to Gosport on Saturday, November 16.

Families enjoy a festive day out in a unique location - in 20 pictures

Santa and his elves were on hand to kick start the festive season in Wickham on Saturday, November 16.

Christmas market spreads festive cheer in Hampshire village

Magical festive walk returns to delight children and adults

Keydell Nurseries Woodland Walk in Horndean on Friday, November 15

WATCH: Popular Christmas walk returns in festive treat for families

Emsworth Christmas lights were switched on in St Peter's Square on Friday, December 1, 2023.

Picture: Sarah Standing

Emsworth Christmas lights switch-on spectacular makes a return

The parade Picture: Sam Stephenson

Fabulous Fratton Lantern Parade returns as part of We Shine event

Here are some extremely popular restaurants that are known for their Sunday roasts.

16 glorious places to go for a Sunday roast in Portsmouth

The Christmas Village has made a return

Christmas Village at Gunwharf Quays makes a sparking return

Southea’s roofless Royal Garrison Church reopened to the public last year. Step inside and explore the extensive refurbishment which includes restored pews, organ pipes and regimental banners. In it’s rich history, the church has a 13th century hospital, a Tudor armoury, and the site of a royal wedding between Charles II and Catherine of Braganza in 1662.Picture: Sam Stephenson.

Visit historic Royal Garrison Church for free on Remembrance Sunday

Fabulous scenes across Southsea Common

WATCH: Highlights of Portsmouth's fabulous fireworks display

The crowds watching the fantastic display

Crowds gather for fantastic display on Southsea Common - in pictures

Portsmouth City Council's firework display on Southsea Common
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 011123-59)

Southsea firework display - all you need to know

Portsmouth City Council's firework display on Southsea Common
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 011123-58)

Portsmouth's spectacular fireworks display - all the key details

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Oktoberfest 2023 at Portsmouth Guildhall. Pictured is action from the event.

Saturday 28th October 2023.

Picture: Sam Stephenson.

Excitement as Oktoberfest prepares to welcome guests

6 pictures to celebrate launch of first pantomime at Fareham Live

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