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Festival of British Archaeology, 18 July to 2 August
Join Hampshire Museums & Archives Service as we celebrate the Festival of British Archaeology with workshops, lectures, finds identification days and archaeological roadshows.

Allen Gallery

More than just Birds, until 1 August
An exhibition of Prints by The River Wey Print Group.

Eastleigh Museum

Cutting Edge - a history of human hair, until 22 August
What is hair made from? What lives in it? What would you look like with a beard? Find answers to these and more in this hands-on exploration of the history and science of human hair.

Woodcarving, until 18 July
A coffee shop exhibition at Eastleigh Museum. Woodcarvings by local craftsman Derek West.

Identification Day, 18 July
Been digging? Bring your archaeological finds to be identified by Rob Webley, Hampshire's Finds Liaison Officer.

Fairy Lights & Monster Lanterns, 23 July
Drop in and make a pretty fairy light or a scary monster lantern!

Archaeology Roadshow, 28 July
Drop in and meet experts from Hampshire Museum Service's Archaeology team and find out what happens to objects after they've been dug up.

Folklore Characters, 30 Jul 2009
Join us to make a Green Man or Jack Frost mask, or a fairy wand or troll.

Aldershot Military Museum

Dressed 2 Express, 4 July to 22 August
An exhibition charting the evolution of teenage style and exploring how young people have been dressing to express themselves since the 1940s. Includes images, clothing and accessories past and present.

Archaeology, 27 July
Meet experts from Hampshire Museum Service's Archaeology Collections team and find out what happens to objects after they have been dug up. 10am to 4pm.

Milestones, Basingstoke

Red Cross Centenary, until 27 September
An exhibition to mark the centenary of the Red Cross in Hampshire. The special display comes from the collections of the Balfour Museum in Winchester.

Red House Museum

A Miscellany of Automata - Rachel Larkins, 4 July to 30 August
An exhibition by artist Rachel Larkins showing a series of hand carved and painted automata and drawings based on the folklore of Christchurch.

East End Eye - East London in the 1960s, 11 July to 29 August
An exhibition capturing the gritty reality of life in East London during the 'Swinging' Sixties. Evocative and fascinating black and white images depict widespread poverty, poor housing, industrial and racial unrest.

The War between Men and Women, Thursday 16 July to 17 July
The War between Men and Women is an entertainment around the theme of the never-ending battle of the sexes performed by members of Christchurch's U3A's Platform Performances Group.

Seized! 22 July
Heave ho me mateys! Set sail for the Red House Museum to hear about the age-old battle between smugglers and customs men. There be a chance to make secret maps, create your own smuggler identity and find local shipwrecks!

Archaeology Day at the Red House Museum, 25 July
As part of the Festival of British Archaeology, the Red House Museum is hosting a day of free drop-in archaeology themed events that will interest all ages.

Willis Museum, Basingstoke

Hampshire's Treasures, until 4 July
Did you know we have dodo bones, a three-wheeler prototype car and a fake wedding note by Jane Austen in our collections?

Andover Museum

Maker and Client Exhibition, 4 July to 29 August
Andover based jeweller Ruth Facey has responded to many commissions over the years and this exhibition shows how that process works, with pieces on loan, together with comments from their owners.

Hands-on Archaeology Day, 25 July
Visit Andover Museum and the Museum of the Iron Age and see our Archaeology displays, then take part in trails, games and hands-on activities with an archaeological theme.

Prehistoric Coil Pots Workshops, 25 July
Discover how they made pottery before the potters wheel was invented, in a one hour workshop.

Archaeological Roadshow, 29 July
Meet experts from Hampshire Museum Service's Archaeology Collections team and find out what happens to objects after they have been dug up.

Finds Identification Day, 31 July
Been digging in the garden and found something, or maybe walking in the countryside and come across an unusual object? Bring your objects along for identification by the Hampshire Finds Liaison Officer, Rob Webley.

Basing House

Meet a 1540s Tudor Servant, 11 and 12 July
Meet a 1540s Tudor servant from the Marquis of Winchester's household.

Bursledon Windmill

Dough Craft, 28 and 29 July
Fun for all the family, come and make a monster or wall decoration out of dough - take it home and bake it!

Gosport Gallery

Visual Journeys, 11 July - 15 August
Revealing the journey of learning through art by a group of teachers and their students.

Rockbourne Roman Villa

Hands-on Archaeology Day, 19 July
Hands-on activities with an archaeological theme, including games and trails.

Archaeological Roadshow, 24 July
Meet the experts from Hampshire Museum Service's Archaeology Collections team and find out what happens to objects after they have been dug up. Plus activities and quizzes for the children.

Festival of Archaeology, 18 July to 2 August
To celebrate the Festival of British Archaeology there will be free entry for children under 16 throughout the fortnight of the Festival. Plus there will be trails, dressing-up, colouring and other hands-on activities.

Hampshire Record Office

Feeding the Forces exhibition, until 31 July
Exhibition telling the story of Royal Clarence Yard, the Royal Navy's victualling yard in Gosport.

Lunch and Learn, 3 July
Free, informal session reading old handwriting (English) in various documents. You are welcome to bring your lunch and learn while you eat!

Family History for Beginners Evening, 22 July
Who do you think you are? Begin to find out with Hampshire Archives and Local Studies.

Four Elizabethans in Andover by Diana Coldicott, 30 July
Part of a free lunchtime lecture series on the last Thursday of the month in the cinema at Hampshire Record Office.

Hampshire Fare

Hampshire Farmers' Markets in June
Buy fresh, local, seasonal produce direct from the farmers and producers of Hampshire.

5 July, Petersfield
11 July, Alton
12 July, Winchester
19 July, Andover
19 July, Southsea
26 July, Winchester

Hampshire Food Festival

Book now for over 140 Hampshire Food Festival events throughout next month. Sign up to receive your free Festival programme

Guided Walks

Around Well and Lord Wandsworth Estate, 25 July Long Sutton
Join our guide for this 5 mile walk exploring the ancient tracks and paths of the Long Sutton area.

Kings Somborne, 26 July
This 7.5 mile circular walk takes you through the lovely landscape of the Test Valley passing Roman settlements.

Lepe Country Park

Nature Detectives, 23 July
Nature Detectives, 30 July
Join in our series of summer holiday activities about nature. Explore the meadows and woods, join in a seashore safari, have a go at bird watching and pond dipping. Each week we will offer a different activity depending on weather and tides.

Manor Farm Country Park

Flora, Fauna and Farm, until 10 July
The work of photographer David Rose-Massom is showcased in this, his first solo exhibition.

A Victorian Garden Fete, 12 July
Enjoy a traditional summer fete, with games, sideshows and children's entertainment. Meet costumed characters from the past and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of rural life from a bygone age.

Every Picture Tells a Story, 19 July to 1 November
This exhibition in the farm reception theatre showcases the wildlife, landscape and fauna photography of Hampshire photographers Tony Smith and Russ Hankey.

What's That Tree? 19 July
A guided walk to help you identify some of the park s many and varied trees. Booking essential.

Summer Holiday Fun on the Farm, 20 July - 28August
Enjoy a great day out this summer with a host of farm activities for children. Go back to school with a Victorian school lesson; join the farmer for a daily interactive farmyard walk; meet the farm animals; watch the cows being milked and lots, lots more!

Royal Victoria Country Park

Go Green Gang - Pond Dipping, 19 July
Come and find out more about pond-life and the creatures that have made the park ponds their home.

Summer Wildlife Trail, Monday 20 July until 4 September
Follow a self-guided trail around the site and discover more about the Park's rich wildlife. Trails available from the Heritage Visitor Centre from 10am - 4pm. Suitable for up to 11 year olds.

Moth Night, 26 July
Join a local naturalist to discover some of the beautiful night-time insects that visit the park. You'll also learn more about how to record moths in your own garden.

Family Fun Day, 30 July
Join the rangers for a morning of action packed fun and games for all the family. Bring along a picnic and make a day of it.

Titchfield Haven Nature Reserve

Mini Beast Safari, 5 July
Discover a hidden world of amazing creatures, all with a fascinating story to tell. Equipment is provided to help you catch your own bugs and beasties.

Moth Night, 10 July
Marvel at the variety of shapes, sizes and patterns of these beautiful insects. There will be an opportunity to check the previous night's catch of moths in the Reserve's live traps.

Hide with a Guide and London Camera Exchange, 25 July
Hide with a Guide and London Camera Exchange, 26 July
Join an experienced birdwatcher and find out more about the birds visiting the Nature Reserve at this time of the year.

Staunton

Staunton Live 2009! - Country Music, 12 July
FREE live music in Leigh Park Gardens! Featuring a superb line-up of acts...

Floral Extravaganza, 19 July
A relaxed informal walk and talk within the Walled Garden and Tropical Glasshouses viewing many plants of interest.

Hampshire Water Festival, 25 July to 26 July
Splash at Staunton this weekend and receive free admission to the park. So much to see and do!

Summer Celebrations, 27 July to 2 August
Celebrate summertime with activities and games to enjoy as the holidays begin.