Southampton, birthplace of the iconic Spitfire, will mark the British fighter aircraft’s 90th anniversary with a series of commemorative events, exhibitions and flypasts in 2026. Designed in the city by local engineer R. J. Mitchell, the prototype Spitfire - known simply as K5054 - made its maiden…
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Mis niets! Verken de stad waarvandaan de ‘onzinkbare’ Titanic vertrok, loop over de best bewaarde middeleeuwse stadsmuren van Europa, wandel door de culturele wijk en neem een drankje in een antieke pub - één dag is lang niet genoeg! Southampton is een fascinerende mix van bekende verhalen en de…
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Getting out and about with children can be quite costly especially once you add up entry fees, lunch out and more often than not the gift shop at the end so I’ve rounded up a few activities you can do in Southampton with all the family that won’t cost you a penny. You could even leave the car at…
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Southampton has plenty of fantastic things to offer, no matter what the weather but if you’re looking to escape the rain, discover, play, and enjoy a great day out, then here's our 10 best things to do for the whole family. All FREE or from under £10* for an adult ticket. 1. SeaCity Museum Take a…
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Jane Austen is one of the UK’s most distinguished authors, celebrated internationally, her six published works have never gone out of print! As we’re on the brink of the 250 th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth, now feels the right time to highlight more about her time Southampton, a town she…
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Would you like to travel more sustainably? Have you ever thought about replacing your car with a bike? Now’s the perfect time! My Journey and Love to Ride are on a mission to get more people cycling in Southampton. They have teamed up to run Cycle September, a fun free challenge that invites…
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With a great brunch and buzzy night scene combined with fun activities like a paddle to the pub and steam boat ride through the Solent, plus hands-on galleries and shopping options too, there’s plenty to pack into a hen weekend in Southampton. Visit Southampton’s top picks include: Get the party…
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Southampton has long been a treasure trove for culture vultures. One of the city’s biggest developments in recent years is its Cultural Quarter. It boasts a £30m arts centre surrounded by a variety of restaurants and bars with a diverse programme of open-air events taking place in its central square…
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In this series of blogs, we’ll take a look at some of the ways you can light up your SOcial life here in Southampton… There’s never been a better time to explore our city by night so rather than head straight home after work or shopping, make the most of what our city's nightlife has to offer…
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When it comes to days out in and around Southampton, Paultons Park has been somewhere many have loved for years and with over 70 rides and attractions, you can see why. It first opened its doors in 1983 and has been putting smiles on children’s faces ever since. In recent years, it has welcomed…
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