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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Lower Soldridge

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Lower Soldridge, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Lower Soldridge

So Ceroc Beginners Day1

So Ceroc Beginners Day

at SO Ceroc- Dance classes and events for adults in Chandler’s Ford

After the workshop you will immediately have a repertoire of core beginners moves and you’ll be able to dance to music at any event, such as:- · Ceroc Basics · Most of the Beginners Moves · How to link moves · Turning and spinning · Freestyle techniques Suitable for anyone who is a Ceroc Beginner and those that have never danced before. It’s ideal if you have just started and wish to 'kick start

15.9 milesSun 12 Jul£10
Local gemSee the details→
Dance
Through The Decades2

Through The Decades

at The Whitty Theatre

From tiny twirls to show-stopping moves, our “Through the Decades” dance spectacular takes you on a joyful journey through the music and magic of the years! Featuring our amazing dancers aged just 2.5 to 14, this unforgettable show celebrates iconic songs, energetic routines, and the confidence, creativity, and passion of every child on stage

22.1 milesSun 12 Jul
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dance3

NC Dance

at The Whitty Theatre

Through The Decades Sun 12 July 1pm & 5pm From tiny twirls to show-stopping moves, our “Through the Decades” dance spectacular takes you on a joyful journey through the music and magic of the years! Featuring our amazing dancers aged just 2.5 to 14, this unforgettable show celebrates iconic songs, energetic routines, and the confidence, creativity, and passion of every child on stage Tickets | View Poster BOOK HERE

22.1 milesSun 12 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Dance
FASH4

FASH

at Soberton Village Hall

FASH (the Folk Association of South Hants) run a series of dance workshops each year. These are on Sundays from 10.30 to 3.30. Dances in all sorts of styles such...

11.9 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
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Community
Lighthouse7

Lighthouse

at St Martin's Church

Our primary school aged children meet on Sundays during the 10.45 service for fun, friendship doing all sorts of games, crafts and activities.

22.2 milesSun 12 Jul11:45
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Make Three Stacking Bangles Workshop Saturday8

Make Three Stacking Bangles Workshop Saturday

at Rachael Plassard

In this one-day workshop, you’ll discover a variety of traditional jewellery-making techniques and create your own pair of sterling silver stacking bangles. Throughout the day, you’ll be guided through skills including twisting, forging, soldering, filing, and polishing.

22.4 milesSat 11 Jul
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Workshops & Classes
Make Three Stacking Bangles Workshop9

Make Three Stacking Bangles Workshop

at Rachael Plassard

In this one-day workshop, you’ll discover a variety of traditional jewellery-making techniques and create your own pair of sterling silver stacking bangles. Throughout the day, you’ll be guided through skills including twisting, forging, soldering, filing, and polishing.

22.4 milesSat 11 Jul£175.00
Local gemSee the details→
Workshops & Classes

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