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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near West Itchenor
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 West Itchenor, 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 West Itchenor
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2Free! (worth double-checking)Who Makes Your Pompey? Doll making workshop – Portsmouth 100
To celebrate Portsmouth100, create a doll of the person who has made Portsmouth special to you.
8 milesSat 11 Jul
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Who Makes Your Pompey? Doll making workshop – Portsmouth 100
at Portsmouth Natural History Museum
To celebrate Portsmouth100, create a doll of the person who has made Portsmouth special to you.
9.1 milesSat 11 Jul
4Soft Awakening: Reiki Retreat
A gentle awakening to your inner healing energy, receive your Reiki Level 1 attunement and begin your journey as a healer.
9.9 milesSat 11 Jul£89.00
5Soft Awakening: Reiki Retreat
A gentle awakening to your inner healing energy, receive your Reiki Level 1 attunement and begin your journey as a healer.
9.9 milesSat 11 Jul14:00£89.00
6WORKSHOP
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
9.6 milesSun 12 Jul
7Spiritual Healing
at Portsmouth Temple of Spiritualism
WORKSHOP 1000 to 1600hrs With JULIE AND JIM GRIST ” AURAGRAPHS ” £15.00 (please book your place with Sue bring own lunch
9.6 milesSat 11 Jul£15.00
8World Cup 2026
Please note: This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY screening. Any innapropriate behaviour or abuse towards staff / fellow customers will not be tolerated. Your ticket includes a Pint of Lager (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a Small Mixed Popcorn! The World Cup continues, and England are back in action. Join us at The Dome Cinema as the Three Lions take on their next match of the 2026 World Cup. With a knockout potentially on the line, every tackle, save and goal could prove crucial. England are looking to take another step towards the finals, this is a match you won't want to miss!
21.8 milesSat 11 Jul
9World Cup 2026
at The Dome
Please note: This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY screening. Any innapropriate behaviour or abuse towards staff / fellow customers will not be tolerated. Your ticket includes a Pint of Lager (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a Small Mixed Popcorn! The World Cup continues, and England are back in action. Join us at The Dome Cinema as the Three Lions take on their next match of the 2026 World Cup. With a knockout potentially on the line, every tackle, save and goal could prove crucial. England are looking to take another step towards the finals, this is a match you won't want to miss!
21.8 milesSat 11 Jul
10Carry On Crafting 2026
THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF THIS EVENT!! I have been there from the beginning teaching workshops .I will be again this Year so go to my shop to book your space!! Such a great event ,live music ,dancing,food trucks ,bar, marquess full of artisans,craft kits,workshops.Dog friendly . Ticketed event!!
20.3 milesSat 11 Jul
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