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Sign up to our newsletter England's South Coast Map of South East England Rainy Day Activities Places to Visit Dog Friendly Accommodation Accommodation Search Accommodation Search Things to Do Search Things to Do Search What's On Search What's On Search Food & Drink Search Food & Drink Search Accommodation Search Things to Do Search What's On Search Food & Drink Search Accommodation Search Things to Do Search What's On Search Food & Drink Search Seven Sisters Country Park Situated in the Sussex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the Seven Sisters Country… Aldershot Military Museum Housed in the only surviving brick-built barrack blocks left in Aldershot, Aldershot Military… Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age Housed in a Georgian town house built in the 1750s, Andover Museum tells the story of the town and… Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm. With our…

Chilworth Gunpower Mills Located in the village of Chilworth, this Gunpower Mill is one of the earliest examples of its kind… Milestones Museum From cobbled streets to a seaside pier, teddy bears, vintage vehicles, an operating pub, sweet shop… Get ready for an enchanting family-friendly adventure at Birdworld, where visitors of all ages can… Secret Cold War Bunker Refurbished and re-equipped 1950s' underground command post for Gravesend's rescue services in the… Maidenhead Heritage Centre Fly a Spitfire simulator at this local museum which covers local history from the Romans to Racing… Lepe Country Park Lepe Country Park has something for everyone. The long stretch of shingle beach is popular with… Holme Grange Craft Village We offer a wide range of goods and services and a fabulous tea shop in a historic barn opening onto… Forest Arts Centre Forest Arts Centre is the leading venue for live arts events in the New Forest. A former military… The Brickworks Museum Come and be amazed at the authentic sights, sounds and smells of the last steam-driven Victorian… Situated to the north of Haywards Heath, Lindfield has four ingredients traditionally required for… Museum of Gardening and South Downs Heritage Centre Independent British artists, designers and makers regularly showcase their work to the public at… Windsor Guard March & Changing the Guard The Changing of the Guard is one of the highlights of a visit to Windsor. A band usually… Home to the sea, beach, riverside, picnic greens and buckets of laughs. A must do for any family… Carisbrooke Castle Visit Carisbrooke Castle and enjoy over 800 years of history! 1 Seven Sisters Country Park 2 Aldershot Military Museum 3 Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age 4 Fairytale Farm 5 Chilworth Gunpower Mills 6 Milestones Museum 8 Secret Cold War Bunker 9 Maidenhead Heritage Centre 10 Lepe Country Park 11 Holme Grange Craft Village 12 Forest Arts Centre 13 The Brickworks Museum 15 Museum of Gardening and South Downs Heritage Centre 16 Windsor Guard March & Changing the Guard 17 Harbour Park 18 Carisbrooke Castle Larry Dean: Hellbent Recently married, emotionally feral. The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about… xplore and get messy at Black Park! Join us in Black Pines Camp for some fun in the woods! We have… Grape Harvest Time at Brightwell Vineyard Looking for an authentic experience? Join in the fun of pulling in the grapes this harvest time at… Emma Weaver leads regular soothing Forest Bathing experiences at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens,… Tulip Festival at Hampton Court Palace DISCOVER THE UK'S BIGGEST TULIP DISPLAY Wreath Making Workshop Enjoy a half-day Floristry course at Brogdale Collections Charity. Forage fresh foliage from all… Rebeca Ortega Flamenco: Beyond Borders After capturing the hearts of Maidenhead audiences with the pure passion of Raíces and earning… Bogan Bingo Bottomless Brunch Bingo, bottomless brunch & the Bogan Bingo boys! What could be a better way to spend a Saturday… Curious About Portsmouth Get ready to explore Portsmouth like a real‑life detective! 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Spend the day with your little 'terrors' trick or treating… Join us for a laid-back Studio session where you'll have the chance to sketch and enjoy a drink or… Petworth Late Opening Explore Petworth House at our unique late opening on Friday 25 September with the opportunity to… Ascot Farmers' Market Ascot Farmers' Market offers a great choice of fresh produce, pies and pastries, dairy products and… Flo and Joan: Work in Progress Musical comedy duo Flo & Joan have stolen a 'real bands' setlist and are using it to write their… Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND® Windsor Get ready for fang-tastic family fun at Brick or Treat, the ultimate Halloween celebration at… 1 Larry Dean: Hellbent 3 Grape Harvest Time at Brightwell Vineyard 4 Forest Bathing 5 Tulip Festival at Hampton Court Palace 6 Wreath Making Workshop 7 Rebeca Ortega Flamenco: Beyond Borders 8 Bogan Bingo Bottomless Brunch 9 Curious About Portsmouth 10 Fireworks Display 11 Harvest Weekend 12 Owls by Moonlight at Christmas 13 Terror on the Thames 14 Drink and Draw 15 Petworth Late Opening 16 Ascot Farmers' Market 17 Flo and Joan: Work in Progress 18 Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND® Windsor Buckinghamshire , Isle of Wight , Around Gatwick , Tourist Information Centres , Travel Information , Weekend Breaks , A - Z Towns, Cities and Villages , Accessible Accommodation , B&B & Guest Houses , Camping & Touring Caravan Parks , Caravan and Holiday Parks , Pubs With Rooms , Self Catering Cottages , Buckinghamshire , Isle of Wight , Vineyard Hotels and Stays , What's On in Berkshire , What's On in Buckinghamshire , What's On in Hampshire , What's On Isle of Wight , What's On in Kent , What's On in London , What's On in Oxfordshire , What's On in Surrey , What's On in Sussex , Food Festivals , Music Festivals , Free Things To Do , Family Activities , Award-Winning Beaches , Outdoor Activities , Accessible Attractions , World Heritage Sites , Film & TV Locations , Literary Links , Royal Connections , Military Connections , Coach & Tour Operators , South East Destinations , Winter Wonders , Award-Winning Destination , Wedding Venues , Meet Beyond London , Top 10 Campsites , Top 10 History & Heritage , Terms and Conditions Event Submission Form © Visit South East England 2026. 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