What's on in Stone

Dorset, England

Stone sits quietly in Dorset with a history that feels older than most of us have been alive. It doesn't need to shout to get noticed, and that makes it perfect for a slow Sunday stroll or a quick coffee before heading home. The village hall usually hosts something gentle like a book club or a local choir practice if you fancy a sing-along. There is often a craft market nearby where neighbours swap stories along with their handmade wares. Even the school gates offer a view of what's on this weekend without needing to check a dozen websites. It's the sort of place where a quiet afternoon can turn into a lovely evening just by walking down the high street.

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Tom Bright

Tom Bright is a relentlessly touring songwriter whose songs land with emotional weight and unvarnished honesty. 2025 saw him make his third television appearance on BBC One’s Sunday Morning Live, serenade thousands at his fifth Glastonbury Festival, and sell out shows across the UK and beyond. Armed with a guitar signed by Johnny Marr of The Smiths and John Squire of the Stone Roses, Bright’s tireless graft has seen him hit iconic heights of the London Palladium, Shepherd’s Bush Empire, appear on BBC’s The One Show and Sky News, and record countless live sessions and interviews for BBC Radio 2, 5 Live, Radio X and more. Along the way, he’s shared stages with The Libertines, Mystery Jets, Tom Grennan, Reverend & The Makers, Katherine Priddy, Ed Harcourt and others. He has collaborated with The The, earned continued support from tastemakers Guy Garvey and John Kennedy and spent two years on Spotify’s Most Beautiful Songs in the World playlist with ‘If I Met Your Shadow’. In May, Tom released Young Old Bloke, a collection of early songs produced by Mick Jones (The Clash) and Dirty White. He has three previous albums in the world — all produced by Ed Harcourt.

Sat 6 Jun19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

via Medina Bookshop

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An Evening Of Old Songs Sung By 'Soft Lap'

‘I have fallen so completely in love with this book… just one of the finest, most covetable things around’ Katherine Rundell Best-selling historian and author Amy Jeffs, musician Natalie Brice and illustrator Gwen Burns have created Old Songs, a reimagining of ten traditional British ballads. Each artist applied her primary trade: word, music and image respectively, but each also influenced the others’ work. In this live performance, Amy will offer historical insights and readings from the stories, while Gwen will showcase animations created from the illustrations and Natalie will lead them both in mesmerising sung renditions of the earliest known melodies of the ballads themselves. Old Songs fuses short stories, histories, lyrics and illustrations in an enthralling reimagining of traditional folk ballads. Sunday Times Bestselling historian Amy Jeffs and Illustrator Gwen Burns combine forces to create a rich compendium, singing of travel, mystery, magic and the essential urges of humanity. Featuring iterations of fairy tales and sinister descendants of Greek myths and bible stories, as well as a cast of lesser-known characters with names like Tam Lim, Child Wynd and Maisery, Old Songs threads a tapestry of Britain’s landscape, history and cultures.

Thu 18 Jun19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

via Medina Bookshop

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An Evening In The Company of Amy Jeffs

Dr. Amy Jeffs is an author, artist, and medievalist whose work delves deeply into the art and culture of the Middle Ages. She completed her PhD in Art History at the University of Cambridge, where she co-convened a research project on medieval pilgrim souvenirs in collaboration with the British Museum and also worked extensively with the manuscript collection of the British Library. Now based in Somerset, Jeffs brings her scholarship to life through a unique fusion of words and images, illustrating her own books with linocuts, wood engravings, and paper cut-outs. Her debut, Storyland: A New Mythology of Britain, became a Sunday Times bestseller, was shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year, and was named a Times Historical Fiction Book of the Year. Her second book, Wild: Tales from Early Medieval Britain, explores ancient conceptions of wilderness through medieval tales of exile, monsters, and the natural world. This was followed by Saints: Legends of Heroes, Humans and Magic, and most recently Old Songs, a collection that reimagines fairy tales and reawakens shadowed descendants of Greek myths and biblical stories. Featuring figures such as Tam Lin, Child Wynd, and Maisery, Old Songs weaves a vivid tapestry of Britain’s landscape, history, and culture. Across its pages, elf queens abduct poets at the foot of hills we can still climb today; rivers of blood run beneath their worlds.

Fri 19 Jun19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

via Medina Bookshop

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St. James’s Place - Britannia Corporate Sailing Events

Partners and friends of St. James’s Place are invited to socialise, network and race against each other aboard our beautiful First 40 yachts

Thu 2 JulBritannia Corporate Events Ltd.(4.7mi)

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An evening with the Wight Nature Fund (part of the IW Biosphere Festival)

The evening will begin with an introduction to WNF and its current focus, Mill Copse, a beautiful site just south of Yarmouth and the only land presently under the charity’s care. You’ll then hear about traditional hedge laying and the Isle of Wight Tree Warden Network, highlighting the importance of practical conservation skills and community involvement. After a short interlude, we will showcase WNF’s publications, including Yarmouth and Shalfleet: Coastal Town and Country Parish, as well as a preview of an exciting new book in progress exploring the trees of the Isle of Wight. With musical interludes throughout, the evening will conclude with an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about how you can support local conservation efforts. Whether you’re passionate about wildlife, interested in local history, or simply curious about the natural environment around you, this promises to be an inspiring and informative event. Welcome to Wight Nature Fund https://iwbiosphere.org/biospherefestival

Thu 2 Jul19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

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Warsash Tennis Club

Warsash Tennis Club — brought to you by Warsash Tennis Club and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Sat 11 JulWarsash Tennis Club(4.5mi)

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Charity Quiz Night for Independent Arts

With prizes aplenty and various alcoholic incentives throughout the evening, expect challenging but fun rounds on various topics devised by quizmaster Paul Armfield, including two music rounds performed live by the wonderfully entertaining Ventnor Darlings duo. You’ll have loads of fun raising money for a very worthy cause: Independent Arts – Transforming Lives Through Creativity Founded in 1987, Independent Arts is a pioneering Isle of Wight charity dedicated to improving wellbeing, reducing social isolation, and enhancing quality of life through the arts. At the heart of its work is the belief that creativity can bring people together, build confidence, and support mental and emotional health across all ages and backgrounds. Creative Health & Wellbeing Independent Arts delivers a wide range of arts-based programmes designed to support wellbeing. These include visual arts, music, movement, and creative workshops that encourage self-expression while providing vital social connection. Their activities are particularly impactful for: Older people and care home residents Individuals experiencing loneliness or isolation People with disabilities or mental health challenges Through initiatives like Workshops for Wellbeing, the charity reaches thousands of participants each year, helping unlock creativity, stimulate memory, and improve overall happiness and health. Extensive Community Reach The charity runs around 25 weekly workshops across the Island, both at its Creative Hub in...

Thu 16 Jul19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

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'There Is No Second' - Talk by by Magnus Wheatley

Join acclaimed maritime writer and historian Magnus Wheatley for a fascinating talk on his book There Is No Second, exploring the dramatic origins of the America’s Cup—the oldest international sporting trophy in the world. Wheatley brings to life the story of the very first race in 1851, when the schooner America stunned the British fleet off the Isle of Wight, forever changing the course of competitive sailing. With vivid storytelling and meticulous research, he uncovers the personalities, rivalries and innovation that defined this pivotal moment in sporting history. At the heart of the story lies the famous declaration, “There is no second,” a phrase that captures the uncompromising spirit of elite competition and the enduring legacy of the race. This talk offers a compelling insight into ambition, ingenuity and the birth of a global sporting phenomenon—perfect for sailing enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone captivated by stories of bold challenge and triumph on the open water.

Wed 5 Aug19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

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'East Cowes Shanty' singing songs of the sea for Cowes Week

Celebrate Cowes Week with an evening of rousing sea songs and maritime tradition as East Cowes Shanty bring their unmistakable energy to Medina Bookshop. Known for their rich harmonies and spirited performances, this much-loved local group will transport you to the high seas with a collection of traditional sea shanties and nautical favourites. Expect tales of adventure, hardship and camaraderie, all delivered with warmth, humour and plenty of audience participation. Set in the intimate surroundings of Medina Bookshop, this special concert offers a unique chance to experience the sounds of the sea in the heart of Cowes Week festivities. Come along, join in, and let the rhythm of the waves carry you away.

Thu 6 Aug19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

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Detta Kenzie

DETTA KENZIE is an indie-folk singer and songwriter whose music, while often touched by traditional Celtic folk influences, is guided by a thoroughly modern and independent spirit. Her sound blends the richness of folk storytelling with elements of soul, cinematic minimalism and leftfield pop, creating music that is emotionally expansive, intimate and unmistakably her own. Her songs are threaded with themes of transformation, survival and renewal. There’s a quiet spellcasting in her work, pulling listeners into a sonic world shaped by a love of language, a skill honed during her years as a secondary English teacher. In 2025, she began a creative partnership with award-winning guitarist Chris Cleverley. Together they are crafting a sound that feels both grounded and dreamlike, combining intricate, genre-crossing guitar work with immersive arrangements and a shared instinct for musical storytelling. Their collaboration spans co-written songs and bold reinterpretations of folk material, expanding the boundaries of acoustic music. Detta has opened for folk greats Martin Simpson and Phil Beer, and collaborated with celebrated artist Tobias ben Jacob.

Fri 6 Nov19:00Medina Bookshop(3.1mi)

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Easter at The Hovercraft Museum

Join us for Easter fun at The Hovercraft Museum, find our Easter characters hidden around the museum or see if you can spot our colourful eggs in and around our Hovercraft Collection. Great fun for all the family and all ages.

Sun 12 AprHovercraft Museum(6.3mi)

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Kids Art

Kids Art at Quay Arts Centre. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Sun 12 AprQuay Arts Centre(6.8mi)

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9.15am Gathering

One for the diary — 9.15am Gathering at Saint Mary's Church. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Sun 12 Apr08:15Saint Mary's Church(7.8mi)

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When/where Is Ssrc™

EVERY SUNDAY, WE SET OFF AT 8:30AM. IT’S BEST TO ARRIVE A LITTLE EARLIER SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT ON THE FUN AND BRIEFING. WE .™ / BASEMENT ™ STUDIO. 29A PORTSMOUTH RD, SO19 9BA.

Sun 12 Apr08:30Woolston & Sholing Conservative Club(7.1mi)

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Central 10am

New Community Church has got Central 10am pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sun 12 Apr09:00New Community Church(7.7mi)

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Morning Gathering

Welcome to Portswood Church! You are warmly invited to attend our weekly Morning morning will be led by Louise Flooks Gez Perry will be speaking to us from Acts chapter 8 v 26-40. Our children's and youth groups will be running as usual this morning. Not visited before? Take a look at the 'Welcome' section on our website which has a short video giving you an idea of what to expect. [https://www.portswood.org/](https://www.portswood.org/)

Sun 12 Apr09:00Portswood Church(9.2mi)

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10.30am Gathering

Filed under: 10.30am Gathering at Saint Mary's Church looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sun 12 Apr09:30Saint Mary's Church(7.8mi)

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Sunday Celebration

Come and join us as we meet in-person for our Sunday Celebration! At Life Church we are all about Jesus and so understanding how the grace that he freely gives us affects the normal stuff of life matters. KIDS: We also have Real Life Kids! RLK will be running four different groups for part of the morning meeting, after a time of worship together in the main space. We have one group for KS2 aged children, one for KS1 aged children, one for preschool aged children and a creche for babies and toddlers. YOUTH: If you're in years 7, 8 or 9 then on alternating weeks, you will be able to head out to an area of the venue just for young people. Here, led by members of our Youth Team, you'll enjoy time to grow in your faith and your friendships with others. For those in years 10-13, you'll be staying in for the whole service, but why not join us for our [Sunday Night Youth](https://www.lifesouthampton.org/youth/) group!? Life Church operates Child Safeguarding Policies and procedures as well as a Vulnerable Adult Policy and procedures. Find out more about [Safeguarding at Life Church](https://www.lifesouthampton.org/safeguarding/). NB Please be aware we will be filming the sermon. We do not record worship or ministry times. Although rare for anyone other than the speaker to appear on camera, please be aware that the recording is taking place during the meeting.

Sun 12 Apr09:30Life Church Southampton(8.6mi)

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