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What's on in Old Down

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Community

Wild Weekdays

A wildlife group running every Monday during the summer holidays from 11am-1pm at Four Acre Farm. Learn about moths, birds, insects, mammals and get stuck in to some crafting and habitat management! https://www.four-acre.farm/tixmerch/p/bd58u0nbon6u09wcwvuuyl0qacx7tt Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All ages welcome, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. Any children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. #block-5f65f3bdf31a5789f3c8 { } #block-5f65f3bdf31a5789f3c8 .sqs-html-content { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-5f65f3bdf31a5789f3c8 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-5f65f3bdf31a5789f3c8 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }

Mon 10 Aug11:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Arts & Culture

Around £15

Nature Craft - Bird watching and craft

Join Mollie in the wildflower meadow/outdoor kitchen 10am-12pm for a nature-themed craft event and bird watching. Tickets are £15 per craft made. All ages welcome. Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All under 16s to be accompanied by an adult, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. #block-3b3e429a079604623b41 .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } #block-3b3e429a079604623b41 { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-3b3e429a079604623b41 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-3b3e429a079604623b41 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } Buy tickets

Thu 13 Aug10:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Community

Village Meal Night

Chinese Meal https://www.easttistedvillagehall.org.uk/village-meal-night/Join us for a regular monthly Village Meal Night at East Tisted Village Hall.The meal is a wonderful opportunity to meet up with your neighbours and enjoy some food, drinks and a chat.Pre-ordering and payment in advance only.Order and payment no later than Tuesday before the Meal Date.The food is from a local takeaway restaurant.The Bar will also be open. Cash preferred, card payment available.If you would like to be added to our mailing list please email Please also advise of your connection to the village.

Fri 14 Aug19:15East Tisted Village Hall(4.4mi)

via East Tisted Village Hall

Community

Summer Show

Froxfield Village Hall 2pm

Sat 15 Aug14:00Froxfield and Privett Garden Club(2.4mi)

via Froxfield and Privett Garden Club

Live MusicTheatre

Musical Picnic

The Friends of the Church of St Hubert and the Parochial Church Council welcome back Empty Frets to create a relaxed evening at the church. Empty Frets are a 5-piece band from the New Forest that play based a range of music from the Buddy Holly of the '60's to Paloma Faith, Beth Hart, and Bryan Adams of the '00's. There's a bit of Country, some Folk Rock, and more than a touch of Blues too. Plus a few original numbers thrown into the mixture.

Sun 16 Aug17:30St Hubert’s Church Idsworth(4.9mi)

via St Hubert’s Church Idsworth

Community

Wild Weekdays

A wildlife group running every Monday during the summer holidays from 11am-1pm at Four Acre Farm. Learn about moths, birds, insects, mammals and get stuck in to some crafting and habitat management! https://www.four-acre.farm/tixmerch/p/bd58u0nbon6u09wcwvuuyl0qacx7tt Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All ages welcome, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. Any children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. #block-6be310f5ebad21409357 { } #block-6be310f5ebad21409357 .sqs-html-content { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-6be310f5ebad21409357 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-6be310f5ebad21409357 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }

Mon 17 Aug11:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Community

Events in August 2026

All Day | School Events

Thu 20 AugTPS Art Block(4.6mi)

via TPS Art BlockLocal gem

Arts & Culture

Around £15

Nature Craft - Hapa zome

Join Mollie in the wildflower meadow/outdoor kitchen for a nature-themed craft event. We will collect plants from around the farm and create a natural decoration. Tickets are £15 per craft made. All ages welcome. Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All under 16s to be accompanied by an adult, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. #block-ecb746a2c69a122d92e9 .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } #block-ecb746a2c69a122d92e9 { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-ecb746a2c69a122d92e9 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-ecb746a2c69a122d92e9 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } Buy tickets

Thu 20 Aug10:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Workshops & Classes

Willow farmyard bird workshop (Willow and Crafts)

Farmyard birds have a quiet magic about them—I never tire of observing their movements and personalities. Each one feels unique, full of life and character. It is a setting that is perfect for finding inspiration as you make your own chicken, duck or goose to take home. Date Saturday 22nd August, timing 10 -5 Additional information Refreshments, biscuits and cake is provided You will need to bring your own lunch and a bucket. Please read You will need good hand dexterity for working with willow As we all work at different speeds sometimes students take more time than others and prefer to take home materials to carry on at home which is fine Please note that places need to be booked at least one week in advance if you wish to join me after this date pleae contact me For more information and to book your space: https://www.willowandcrafts.co.uk/ourshop/prod_8386994-Willow-Farmyard-birds-at-Four-Acres-Farm-Ringwwod-Saturday-22nd-August.html #block-9ae7f3ddeca747b33aa1 { } #block-9ae7f3ddeca747b33aa1 .sqs-html-content { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-9ae7f3ddeca747b33aa1 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-9ae7f3ddeca747b33aa1 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }

Sat 22 Aug10:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Community

Bingo Night

Bingo Night at East Tisted Village Hall. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Sat 22 Aug19:30East Tisted Village Hall(4.4mi)

via East Tisted Village Hall

Community

Wild Weekdays

A wildlife group running every Monday during the summer holidays from 11am-1pm at Four Acre Farm. Learn about moths, birds, insects, mammals and get stuck in to some crafting and habitat management! https://www.four-acre.farm/tixmerch/p/bd58u0nbon6u09wcwvuuyl0qacx7tt Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All ages welcome, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. Any children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. #block-0fb768a82a81f2c505c4 { } #block-0fb768a82a81f2c505c4 .sqs-html-content { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-0fb768a82a81f2c505c4 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-0fb768a82a81f2c505c4 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }

Mon 24 Aug11:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Community

Bird box making - Clay cups

Join us for our bird box making session and create a lovely handmade gift not only for a loved one, but also for the local birds! This session will focus on clay cup for barn swallows/house martins. All ages are welcome, but under 18s must be accompanied by an adult as we will be using power tools. Purchase 1 ticket per bird box you would like to make here Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All ages welcome, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. #block-5841287ac3e7bfa8ae1b .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } #block-5841287ac3e7bfa8ae1b { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-5841287ac3e7bfa8ae1b { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-5841287ac3e7bfa8ae1b .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } #block-a31a8119c7da2e2fab9d .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } #block-a31a8119c7da2e2fab9d { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-a31a8119c7da2e2fab9d { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-a31a8119c7da2e2fab9d .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }

Thu 27 Aug11:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Community

Bingo Night

East Tisted Village Hall hasn't given us the full script, but Bingo Night has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sat 29 Aug19:30East Tisted Village Hall(4.4mi)

via East Tisted Village Hall

Community

Summer Bank Holiday (regional holiday)

East Tisted Village Hall is putting on Summer Bank Holiday (regional holiday) and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Mon 31 AugEast Tisted Village Hall(4.4mi)

via East Tisted Village Hall

Community

Wild Weekdays

A wildlife group running every Monday during the summer holidays from 11am-1pm at Four Acre Farm. Learn about moths, birds, insects, mammals and get stuck in to some crafting and habitat management! https://www.four-acre.farm/tixmerch/p/bd58u0nbon6u09wcwvuuyl0qacx7tt Events subject to weather and numbers booked on. All ages welcome, refunds available up to a week prior to the event. Please wear appropriate footwear. Any children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. #block-1d65b88fd8c4fabeaad9 { } #block-1d65b88fd8c4fabeaad9 .sqs-html-content { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-1d65b88fd8c4fabeaad9 { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { #block-1d65b88fd8c4fabeaad9 .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { }

Mon 31 Aug11:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Likely freeCommunity

Nature-focused bereavement group

Join us for our nature-focused bereavement group for a chat, hot drink and nature activity at the farm from 10am-12pm (weather dependent). If you would like to join us, please send an email to as the sessions run dependent on weather and numbers. These sessions are f

Tue 1 Sept10:00Small Acres Farm(5mi)

via Small Acres Farm

Community

Events in September 2026

All Day | Term Dates

Thu 3 SeptTPS Art Block(4.6mi)

via TPS Art BlockLocal gem

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Venues with events near Old Down

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Froxfield and Privett Garden Club2.4 miles away

More about Old Down

Hampshire, England

Old Down is in Hampshire, where market towns, villages and coastal places all shape the local calendar. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Old Down events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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Wild Weekdays

Nature Craft - Bird watching and craft

Village Meal Night

Summer Show

Musical Picnic

Wild Weekdays

Events in August 2026

Nature Craft - Hapa zome

Willow farmyard bird workshop (Willow and Crafts)

Bingo Night

Wild Weekdays

Bird box making - Clay cups

Bingo Night

Summer Bank Holiday (regional holiday)

Wild Weekdays

Nature-focused bereavement group

Events in September 2026

Venues with events near Old Down

More about Old Down

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What's on near Old Down, in your inbox

Wild Weekdays

Nature Craft - Bird watching and craft

Village Meal Night

Summer Show

Musical Picnic

Wild Weekdays

Events in August 2026

Nature Craft - Hapa zome

Willow farmyard bird workshop (Willow and Crafts)

Bingo Night

Wild Weekdays

Bird box making - Clay cups

Bingo Night

Summer Bank Holiday (regional holiday)

Wild Weekdays

Nature-focused bereavement group

Events in September 2026