Things to Do
What’s On: January 2020
With Christmas and all the busyness that comes with it over, January can be a good month for reflection and some cold crisp outdoor walks, if the weather permits. If not, there’s plenty of indoor events going on around the county. Below is a pick of what’s on around Wallops Wood to tempt you outside away…
Read MoreWhat’s On: December 2019
With Christmas rapidly approaching, most people’s minds are now on shopping for the big day. There are plenty of shopping opportunities around Hampshire at the fantastic Christmas markets, and you can find more details about the markets here. Alongside the markets are ice rinks in Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth all open into the new year.…
Read MoreThe Hampshire Christmas Markets
It’s that time of year when we all begin to set our minds to Christmas, and the usual dilemma of what to buy friends and family. Some of the best places for Christmas shopping are Christmas markets. With a festive atmosphere, not only do they get you into the mood for shopping (not always easy!),…
Read MoreWhat’s On: November 2019
Our monthly roundup of what’s on in the area Horrible Histories® Pirates: The Exhibition at Portsmouth Historic Dockyarduntil 31 December 2019 Southampton Ice Rink at West QuaySouthampton9 November until 5 January 2020 Light Show Spectacular at Gunwharf QuaysPortsmouth15 to 23 November 2019 Christmas at Marwell ZooColden Common, Nr Winchester16 November to 24 December 2019 Winchester…
Read MoreSpooky Happenings for Halloween!
With half term and Halloween just around the corner, there’s plenty of fun activities going on in our local area for families. With this in mind, here is a list of family days out all with a bit of a spooky theme, and plenty of opportunities for dressing up! Rogate Pumpkin PatchPick your Pumpkin from…
Read MoreRecharge Your Batteries on a Mid-Week Break at Wallops Wood
At Wallops Wood we’re into encouraging our guests to take it slow and relax while on holiday. Unwind, forget the everyday and recharge your batteries, that’s what taking a break is all about. We’ve some fantastic facilities on site and many wonderful places to explore around Wallops Wood and further afield while here. Take the…
Read MoreWhat’s On: October 2019
Our monthly roundup of what’s on in the area Sir Harold Hillier GardensAmpfield, Romsey (approx 20 miles from Wallops Wood)Art in the GardenDates: 11 May to 13 October 2019 Pumpkin Carving30 & 31 October 2019 Weald & Downland Living MuseumNr Chichester (approx 23 miles from Wallops Wood)Autumn & Countryside Show3 & 4 October 2019 Halloween…
Read MoreFun for Little Ones at Wallops Wood!
September sees many families arriving with toddlers and young pre-school children, meaning they can stay here avoiding the full on months of July and August. It’s a quieter time of year with often beautiful sunny days and golden evenings, a time for country walks with the dog and picking blackberries from the hedgerows! We are…
Read MoreFun at the Seaside!
We’re fortunate to be located close to the south coast and the Solent, with the sea less than 20 miles away from Wallops Wood. This opens up a whole array of seaside activities for the family to enjoy from a day out on the beach to more serious seaside activities such as sailing or windsurfing.…
Read MoreA Day Out at Marwell Zoo
Based in Hampshire, between Southampton and Winchester, Marwell Zoo is an 140 acre park with the zoo, adventure playground and plenty of activities for children to do and learn about the animals. It’s just a short 25 minute drive away from Wallops Wood making it the perfect family day out. There are hundreds of animals…
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