Whats On In Hampshire : Port Solent Boat Show

Show will be held at Port Solent Marina from 29th – 31st May. The show will open daily, 10am – 5pm with free entry and free parking. Having grown considerably for three years the event this year will provide plenty of entertainment for the family as well as a great selection of new power and sail boats. The 2009 show will not only include sail boats for the first time, but also some off water and family activity. There will be entertainment over the weekend including live music and visitors can marvel as the sea gods patrol the waves astride their squirting dolphin chariots, filling the air with streams of bubbles and the sounds of the seas from the “Tritons”.

There will also be balloon modelling – visitors can get a yacht shaped hat, or get their face painted – become a mermaid for the day, be astounded by the magician, or just sit and listen to the music being played throughout the site.

Down at the Boardwalk, as well as the usual array of shops and restaurants, The Jubilee Sailing Trust will be on site providing visitors with information on how to get involved and get sailing, Northchild Swan 51 Cruises will have details of their Swan 51 charters, the RNLI will have a souvenir stall and their Sea Safety team will be on hand with a display Rib offering free advice on how to stay safe at sea.

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Estate Agent In Fareham - Areas Of Interest - The New Forest

Step back in time and discover the charm and natural beauty of this unique destination.

The New Forest is England’s newest National Park and was once a royal hunting ground for William the Conqueror. Today deer, ponies and cattle continue to roam free in its ancient heaths and woodland.

Take a stroll around the quaint traditional villages, explore the dusty antique shops or enjoy a pint of locally brewed cider or beer in one of our many friendly pubs.

Clear rivers and shady groves provide tranquillity and a car-free haven for walking, cycling and horseriding. There are plenty of opportunities to hire a bike if you’re coming from afar.

If you prefer coast to countryside, why not head for the cliff tops at Barton-on-Sea, take a ferry from Hurst Castle at Milford-on-Sea to Keyhaven harbour or watch the boats come into Lymington Quay? Or if you are feeling more energetic, The New Forest offers canoeing and kayaking opportunities on the gentle Beaulieu River.

And with the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, the 18th Century village of Buckler’s Hard and Exbury Gardens nearby, there’s fun for all ages.

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Estate Agent In Fareham - A look at historic Winchester

An unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the rolling South Downs, Winchester is England’s ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great.

Today, Winchester combines the best of city life with the freshness of the surrounding countryside. One hour from London, this is England as it ought to be.
The Round TablePopular for its bustling shopping streets, its floral summer season and quirky open air events, Winchester is most well known for its eleventh century Cathedral and for the Great Hall which for over 700 years has housed the mysterious Round Table.

Winchester College is the oldest continuously running school in the country, whilst the Hospital of St Cross - a medieval almshouse - still offers the Wayfarer’s Dole to travellers as it has done for more than eight centuries.

Winchester’s many bars, traditional pubs and restaurants make eating out a pleasure, and there are pretty riverside walks past tranquil water meadows.

A short distance from the city the INTECH science centre has 100 hands-on indestructable activities for inquisitive children!

Lively street theatre, a thriving contemporary arts scene and fine architecture also make Winchester an attractive destination for visitors.

Home of good food and the country’s largest farmers’ market, birthplace of the modern game of cricket, resting place of author Jane Austen and inspiration to the many craft-makers and artists who live here, Winchester is truly a destination for all seasons.

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Estate Agent In Fareham - City Spotlight : Portsmouth

A city surrounded by the sea, Portsmouth’s history is strongly linked with the Royal Navy. The city houses some superb military and maritime museums including Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery,and the Royal Marines Museum. And for some of the best views of Portsmouth, don’t miss the Royal Armouries Fort Nelson on Portsdown Hill near Fareham.

The Historic Dockyard is the jewel in Portsmouth’s crown, home to the world famous historic ships The Mary Rose, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860. Together with interactive Action Stations, The Royal Naval Museum and Harbour Tours, there truly is something for all ages.

A short walk away, Gunwharf Quays is a buzzy hotspot and premier waterfront destination, open night and day, with over 85 designer shopping outlets, art gallery, cinema, casino, nightclubs and restaurants with al fresco dining.

You can find Portsmouth’s newest attraction here, the 170m Spinnaker Tower, which has stunning views over the Solent. On a clear day you can see up to 23 miles over to the Isle of Wight, Chichester and the South Downs. Walk on air on the glass floor if you dare!

The Victorian seafront at Southsea has a funfair and swimming complex, and the large open green spaces are perfect for lazy picnics, gentle strolls and kite flying. The underground passages at Southsea Castle are well worth exploring, or discover local and tropical marine life at the Blue Reef Aquarium, a great day out whatever the weather.

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City Spotlight - Southampton

The historic city of Southampton is much more than just a cruise stop or shopping destination. Its appeal lies in its diverse nightlife, exciting retail opportunities, varied leisure facilities, superb art and heritage attractions, lively events programme and of course the excitement and charm of a bustling waterfront location.

The superb Museum of Archaeology at God’s House Tower is an ideal place to start your own tour of historical Southampton. Once part of the city’s defences the museum is now home to one of the most interesting archaeology collections in England. This can be followed by a guided walk of the city’s walls by the Southampton Tourist Guides.

The city’s Maritime Museum tells the story of this important port and is home to the Titanic Exhibition, where visitors can re-live the ill-fated story of this famous ship. Whilst close by Solent Sky depicts the history of aviation in the Solent area and tells the story of the legendary Spitfire designed in Southampton.

Few places can match Southampton’s cultural offerings including the magnificent award-winning City Art Gallery and Southampton Guildhall, as well as a superb choice of fine theatres, galleries and international events such as the annual Boat Show.

With the magnificent WestQuay, Southampton has added to its extensive portfolio a state of the art shopping facility with almost a hundred shops, whilst close by are three further excellent shopping centres as well as the traditional specialist shops making Southampton the top shopping destination in the South of England.

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Estate Agent In Fareham - Hampshire Highlight : Royal Naval Museum

Hampshire is just an hour from London and its excellent transport links make it an easy destination to reach, whether you are travelling by road, rail or air. Given its location is it often the preferred choice of area to live for people commuting into London. Hampshire is a vibrant county with a rich tapestry of history and culture with an abundance of exciting sites to see and places to visit.

As an island Nation, the sea has always played a major role in Britain’s history.

Founded in 1911, the Royal Naval Museum is one of country’s leading maritime museums and is the only museum devoted to the ships of the Royal Navy and the men and women who served in them. Visitors can see, touch, hear and even smell the history of the Royal Navy through a rich collection of artefacts and award-winning permanent exhibitions.

The Trafalgar Experience brings the Battle of Trafalgar vividly to life and The Nelson Gallery features one of the best collections of Nelson material in the world. The galleries devoted to the 20th century Navy focus on the changing face of the senior service from the launch of the Dreadnought to the Falklands War.

Sea Your History is a special exhibition focusing on the real experiences of the Navy’s people - in combat and under stress, doing their day-to-day work, at rest and play, at home and abroad, at sea and on land - during a century of almost continuous conflict and rapid technological and social change.

The exhibition will include colourful, surprising and often touchingly intimate items of both official and personal material selected from the collections of the Royal Naval Museum, the Fleet Air Arm Museum, the Royal Marines Museum and the Royal Navy Submarine Museum.

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Estate Agent In Fareham - Hampshire Highlight : Alresford Watercress Festival

The county of Hampshire is a unique mixture of rolling lush hills, tranquil chocolate box style villages and ancient woodland, combined with vibrant cities and buzzing market towns. A rich cultural heritage, varied coastline and unspoilt countryside makes Hampshire a ‘top of the list’ place to live.

This months see the annual Watercress Festival in the sleepy village of Alresford.

Alresford and watercress go way back. Wild watercress has been picked and eaten locally for centuries, yet it wasn’t until the introduction of the railway in 1865 that it reached a far wider population. Today the mineral-rich spring waters of the River Arle still offer perfect growing conditions and the watercress beds around Alresford are one of the country’s main areas of production. Hailed as a ’superfood’, the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in watercress are recognised alongside its tasty versatility.

Now in its 6th year, the Alresford Watercress Festival has grown from its humble beginnings to attract over 10,000 visitors. Held in the town streets between 10am and 4pm, the food festival draws together both the local community and food lovers from far and wide. One of the main highlights is the street calvalcade at 10.30am with jazz musicians, Morris dancers and local school children accompanying the Watercress King and Queen atop a horse and cart, distributing the first of the season’s watercress harvest to festival goers.

Throughout the day, cookery demonstrations will star several award winning Hampshire chefs, including executive chef Andy MacKenzie, (Hampshire’s Food and Drink Chef of the Year) and head pastry chef Mark Tilling (2008 British Chocolate Master), both from Winchester’s Lainston House Hotel. They will be joined by Cresson Creative’s Jennifer Laing, Gold Star winner in the prestigious national Great Taste Awards 2008.

A huge Hampshire Farmers Market and many other local food and drink businesses will showcase locally produced foods. You can also enjoy a large arts and crafts market and display of vintage cars. There are activities for children of all ages, including cookery and circus skills workshops and face painting, and everyone can enjoy the delights of the many street entertainers and musicians. You can take a tour around one of the local watercress farms to find out more about this local superfood, and visit Alresford’s historical Fulling Mill, Eel House and medieval Soke Bridge on a short walk along the River Arle.

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Estate Agent In Fareham - Hampshire Highlight : Spinnaker Tower

Hampshire is a unique county of rolling green hills, tranquil chocolate box villages and ancient forests, combined with vibrant cities and bustling market towns. A rich cultural heritage, varied coastline and unspoilt countryside makes Hampshire a wonderful place to live.

One of the latest things to visit and see in Hampshire is the Spinnaker Tower. Soaring 170 metres above Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent, the Spinnaker Tower is taller than the London Eye, Blackpool Tower and Big Ben and has already established itself as a national icon for Britain.

A world class visitor attraction, the much-admired, elegant viewing Tower stands proud over one of the most fascinating seascapes in the world. Situated on the waterfront at Gunwharf Quays, it offers amazing 350º panoramic views of Portsmouth Harbour, the South coast and the Isle of Wight, with views stretching out for up to 23 miles – breathtaking by day and a glittering sea of lights by night.

View Deck 1 boasts Europe’s largest glass floor, where visitors of all ages can dare to ‘walk on air’! View Deck 2 has self-contained multimedia ‘Time Telescope’ stations showing the history of the harbour and View Deck 3 – The Crow’s Nest – is open to the elements, enabling visitors to feel the wind in their hair.

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