1FASH
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...
7.5 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Whiteley
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 Whiteley, 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 Whiteley
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2In These Shoes?: Drypoint Etching Workshop
at Gosport Museum and Art Gallery
Are you a lover of shoes? Whether you are drawn to the ordinary or obsessed by wacky design shoes, this is your opportunity to immortalise your favourite footwear into a piece of artwork!
7.7 milesSat 11 JulVaries
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3Make Three Stacking Bangles Workshop Saturday
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.
8.5 milesSat 11 Jul
4Make Three Stacking Bangles Workshop
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.
8.5 milesSat 11 Jul£175.00
5Avebury Papers Talk – OGS Crawford and His Legacy in Southampton Talk with Jo Wren
Wednesday 8 July 2026 11am - 12noon
7 milesSat 11 Jul11:30
6A Royal Hunt: History Re-enactment Weekend
at Beaulieu
Join us for an immersive family-fun filled weekend at Beaulieu, where history comes alive with The Marquess of Winchester’s Regiment.
9.3 milesSat 11 Jul
7Soft Awakening: Reiki Retreat
A gentle awakening to your inner healing energy, receive your Reiki Level 1 attunement and begin your journey as a healer.
9.4 milesSat 11 Jul£89.00
8Soft Awakening: Reiki Retreat
A gentle awakening to your inner healing energy, receive your Reiki Level 1 attunement and begin your journey as a healer.
9.4 milesSat 11 Jul14:00£89.00
9WORKSHOP
at Portsmouth Temple of Spiritualism
DIVINE SERVICE with Lynn Summerfield upstairs 11.00-12.00 doors open 10.30 healing meditation, philosophy, Spirit communication. Stannah chair lift available
9.5 milesSun 12 Jul
10The Town Hall
Saturday 10am—11am Badminton 6.45pm Community Cinema (Monthly 2nd Saturday)
8 milesSat 11 Jul11:00
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