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ROUND‑UP OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

What’s on locally

🛍️🚗 STOP PRESS – HORNDEAN CAR BOOT RETURNS 3 MAY!

The weekly Horndean Car Boot Sale is back from 3 May, taking place at Five Heads Road. A great chance to browse, buy, sell, and support a proper local community morning.

Full times, prices and details are listed further down the page

🚶‍♀️ WELLBEING WALKS AT STAUNTON COUNTRY PARK 🚶‍♂️

Until: 14/04/2026 (470)

Join the Ramblers Wellbeing Walks for friendly, short and accessible group walks that help you get active, meet new people and enjoy the outdoors. No special equipment needed — just comfortable shoes.

The group meets at The Coach House, Staunton Country Park, Havant on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 10.30 AM

The next two walks are 14 April 2026 and 28 April 2026 at 10.30 AM. More details at www.ramblers.org.uk/wellbeing-walks

☕👥 TEA WITH TONY – MEN’S SOCIAL GROUP 🤝

Until: 16/04/2026 (457)

Tea With Tony meets again on Thursday 16 April 2026 at 7pm in Brewsters Café at The Clanfield Centre, offering a relaxed, welcoming space for men of all ages to connect.

It’s a supportive, judgement‑free group where men can talk openly, share experiences and build confidence alongside others who understand.

Everyone is welcome to just turn up, and free tea or coffee is provided.

🌼 DONATIONS NEEDED FOR SPRING & SUMMER EVENTS 🌼

Until: 17/04/2026 (469)

Bedhampton Community Centre is getting ready for its Spring Table Top Sale on Saturday 18 April and Family Fun Day on Saturday 13 June, and they’re inviting the community to donate cakes, handmade gifts, toys, games and other good‑quality items.

They’re especially looking for plants, jigsaws, books, re‑giftable items and raffle prizes to help stock their stalls and support fundraising for the centre.

If you can donate or want to get involved, contact office@bedhamptoncommunity.org or visit www.bedhamptoncommunity.org

🎲⭐ FAMILY & FRIENDS GAMES NIGHT ⭐🎲

Until: 17/04/2026 (437)

The Acorn Community Centre Wecock Farm is hosting a lively Family & Friends Games Night, packed with classic games, pool, darts and table tennis for a fun evening together.

The event takes place on Friday 17 April, running from 6pm–10pm, with jackets and toppings included for £5 per person.

For details or to book, call 023 9225 8423 or email admin@acorncentre.org.uk

🎉 QUIZ NIGHT AT ST WILFRID’S 🎉

Until: 18/04/2026 (468)

Join St Wilfrid’s on Saturday 18 April for a lively Quiz Night, starting at 7pm for a 7.30pm kick‑off. Expect a warm, friendly atmosphere and plenty of brain‑teasing fun.

Enjoy the much‑loved Fish & Chips Quiz for £15 per person, or take part in the quiz only for £5. Teams can include up to eight people, so bring your best quiz crew.

To book and pre‑order food, contact Joy on 07963 194709. The event takes place at St Wilfrid’s, Padnell Road, Cowplain, PO8 8NP

🌟 SUPER SALE FUNDRAISER FOR ROWANS HOSPICE 🌟

Until: 18/04/2026 (382)

The Rowans Denmead & Waterlooville Fundraising Support Group is hosting a community Super Sale packed with great finds and friendly faces.

Expect toys, jigsaws, crafts, nearly‑new items, plus refreshments and homemade cakes to enjoy while you browse.

Saturday 18 April 2026, 10:00–12:00, at All Saints Church, Denmead with free entry. To book a table or request details, contact 07947 617699 or patricia.buckley33@gmail.com, or www.rowanshospice.co.uk

🎡 SPRING FAIR FUN IN WATERLOOVILLE 🌞

Until: 19/04/2026 (346)

Springwood Community Centre is hosting a vibrant Spring Fair on Sunday 19th April from 12pm to 6pm—and entry is completely free! Expect a joyful afternoon packed with fairground rides, inflatables, live performances, and craft stalls.

There’ll be plenty to munch on too, from burgers and hot dogs to sweet treats and ice cream. With prizes and surprises throughout the day, it’s a perfect outing for families and friends alike.

Find it all at 110 Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville, PO7 8BJ. For details, email office@springwoodcommunitycentre.com

☕ FIRST AID COFFEE MORNING 🚑

Until: 23/04/2026 (426)

Join The Stride Centre for a relaxed Coffee Morning featuring a free talk from a St John’s Ambulance Emergency Responder. It’s a friendly introduction to first aid for anyone wanting to feel more prepared.

The session covers essential life‑saving skills, how to respond in an emergency, and ways to build confidence when helping others. You’ll also hear how to get involved locally as a Community Advocate.

The event takes place at The Stride Centre, Daffodil Way, PO9 2FA, on Thursday 23rd April, 10am–12pm. For more information, email teresacoffee48@yahoo.com

👗🌸 SECOND BLOOM APRIL SALE – £1 PRE‑LOVED ADULT CLOTHING 🌸👗

Until: 23/04/2026 (448)

Second Bloom Clothing Hub is holding a spring sale with every adult clothing item priced at £1, offering an affordable way to refresh a wardrobe with quality pre‑loved pieces. The event features adult clothing and shoes only, with cash payments required on the day.

The sale takes place at Anders Hall, Jubilee Park, Waterlooville PO7 6AW, with two separate sessions to choose from. Shoppers can browse a wide range of styles in a friendly, community‑focused setting supported by GrowingPlaces.

🌼 THURSDAY 23 APRIL – 6.30–8.30pm – £1 per item – Cash only – Adult clothing and shoes – Anders Hall, Jubilee Park, Waterlooville PO7 6AW

❓🐟 QUIZ NIGHT & FISH ’N’ CHIPS FUNDRAISER 🐟❓

Until: 23/04/2026 (467)

The Studio in Havant is hosting a lively fundraising Quiz Night, complete with a classic fish and chip supper — a great chance to bring your best thinkers, enjoy good food and support this growing community creative space.

The event takes place on Thursday 23 April 2026 at 7pm (doors 6:30pm) at The Studio: Havant, PO9 1LN, with a licensed bar serving beer and wine throughout the evening.

A fun social night for a great cause — all at The Studio: Havant, PO9 1LN. Visit The Studio Havant Facebook page to book tickets, cost £15 inc fish & chip supper

🎵 SCHOOLS’ MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026 🎶

Until: 24/04/2026 (442)

Seven local schools unite for the Southern Music Project’s first Schools’ Music Festival, celebrating young musicians with performances inspired by the theme Colours. The event ends with a lively finale of Golden by K‑Pop group Dream Hunters.

Families and supporters can enjoy two uplifting showcases on Friday 24 April 2026 at Barton Hall, Horndean Technology College (PO8 9PQ), with performances at 4:00pm and 6:30pm.

Tickets are £8 for adults and £5 for under‑18s. Booking and contact details are available at www.southernmusicproject.co.uk/whats-on

👗🌸 SECOND BLOOM APRIL SALE – £1 PRE‑LOVED ADULT CLOTHING 🌸👗

Until: 24/04/2026 (449)

🌼 FRIDAY 24 APRIL – 9.30–11.30am – £1 per item -Cash only – Adult clothing and shoes – Anders Hall, Jubilee Park, Waterlooville PO7 6AW

🌿🌼 SPRING FAYRE – NEW BLENDWORTH CENTRE 🌼🌿

Until: 25/04/2026 (466)

The New Blendworth Centre invites the community to a relaxed Spring Fayre with stalls, refreshments and seasonal activities for all ages.

Join them on Saturday 25 April 2026, 10am–3pm, with books, toys, tombola, a raffle and more. The nursery will also be open with plants for sale.

Find them at Blendworth Lane, Horndean, PO8 0AA. More details at www.thenewblendworthcentre.com

🚗🛍️ HORNDEAN SUNDAY CAR BOOT – WEEKLY

Until: 03/05/2026 (473)

The Horndean Sunday Car Boot runs every week from 3rd May to 30th August at Five Heads Road, Horndean PO8 9NZ, offering a relaxed community spot for buying, selling, and bargain‑hunting.

Sellers arrive from 7 AM, with buyers welcome 8 AM–1 PM – weather permitting. Pitches start from £6, including a limited number of hardstanding spaces. Entry is free for buyers.

Sellers, book your space via horndeancarbootfiveheadsroad@gmail.com