The latest news from the city.
The New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst is hosting a free exhibition by 18 artists from 22 August to 27 September 2026. Discover paintings, photography, ceramics and folklore-inspired work, with wildlife and countryside ideas for a day trip from Southampton.
The Solent & Southern Art Collective Exhibition runs free at the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst from 22 August to 27 September, with 18 artists showing painting, ceramics, photography and more. Part of the New Forest Marque Inspired community and Hampshire Open Studios.
A look at October Books, Southampton’s long-running cooperative bookshop in Portswood. It offers new and second-hand books, ethical goods, a vegan café and community activities.
Southampton Pride celebrates its 10th anniversary on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August, free at Guildhall Square from 12:00 to 22:00. Covers the parade from Queens Park Briton Street, the O2 Guildhall village, confirmed acts like Claire Richards and Matt Terry, and nearby events.
Figurati ofrece cocina italiana moderna en Admirals Quay, con vistas a la marina y un interior contemporáneo. La carta incluye pasta, pizza, risotto, carnes, pescado, cócteles y postres elaborados, con precios aproximados de £30–79.
A guide to eight of Southampton's best ice cream and dessert parlours, from the luxury gelato at Heavenly Desserts to the egg-free Scooperb, the established Sprinkles, and a classic 99 Flake by the water.
The British Science Festival comes to Southampton from 16 to 20 September with over 80 free ticketed events across university campuses and city-centre venues. A reclaimed metal sculpture by Darren Allsopp headlines the 'Inspire Change' exhibition, alongside a programme of talks, workshops and art-science collaborations.
A guide to Southampton's waterfront skate park, open daily from 10am to 8pm with free entry. It has beginner and advanced areas, a great skyline backdrop for photography, and a welcoming community of local skaters.
A guide to the cruise ships scheduled in Southampton on 22 and 23 August 2026, including P&O’s Iona and Ventura, Celebrity Apex, Sky Princess, Liberty of the Seas and Norwegian Star. It also explains the port’s terminal layout and where to check updated timings.
The Fordingbridge Steam and Vintage Fest returns for its fourth year from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August at Fryern Court Road, with steam engines, vintage cars, animal displays, a pre-1970s theme and evening live music. Tickets, travel and local places to stay are covered.
