There’s loads of things to do in Eastleigh and Hedge End regardless of the weather.
If you and your family are looking for things to do in Eastleigh including outdoor activities, family fun experiences and top attractions that are perfect for all ages.
If you are looking for big days out in Hampshire then have a look at our days out in Hampshire guide here.
Don’t worry about the weather as we also have ideas on what you can do if it’s raining or on a sunny day. Have a look at:
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51 Free Days Out in Hampshire For Families – These are free days out throughout Hampshire that are perfect for the whole family.
The Full List of Country Parks in Hampshire – These country parks are great for the whole family. They have everything you need for a great day out.
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There’s loads to do in Eastleigh for children. We’ve included things to do in Romsey too as they are just a short drive from each other.
Country Parks in Eastleigh
Lakeside Country Park
Lakeside is off of Wide Lane, which is a short walk from Eastleigh town centre. There is plenty of free parking and it was a cafe and toilets. They also have a small train that runs around the country park (charges do apply.)
There’s two or three ways you could walk but we normally go to the left through the second gate. This takes you through a small forest of trees that are on the outer ring of the country park.
This path also takes you to the small play park at the back of the country park to your right or to the huge lake which would be on your left.
There are loads of places to have a picnic and it’s great if your kids love to spot wildlife. The paths are stony but are ok for pushchairs and bikes.
Itchen Valley Country Park
A start drive from the center of town, Itchen Valley Country Park has everything you need for a great day out. Bring a picnic and park in one of the five car parks (parking charges apply.)
Walk-in one direction and enjoy the huge field that also hosts a playground and woods that are waiting to be explored.
The other way hosts a smaller park with a cafe and toilets.
Manor Farm and Country Park
Based on the other side of Southampton, Manor Farm isn’t just a country park but a working farm as well. This is a great rural family day out that shows the inner workings a Victorian farm.
There is a charge to visit the farm but you get to learn how the farm is run including how the Victorians lived by visiting the on-site school, cottage and forge.
The country park surrounding the farm is just as fun too. Park up and walk one of the many paths and see how much wildlife we really do have in Southampton.
The best playgrounds are:
Collins Close play park
Chilworth Ring
Hocombe Mead
Hatch Grange
Dowd’s Park Playground
Sayers Road playground
Eastleigh Museums
Eastleigh Museum
A local museum made for families, Eastleigh Museum takes you back into the past and lets you meet Mr and Mrs Brown, a local locomotive engine driver and his wife.
The displays and exhibitions change regularly with workshops and events always going on. Open all year round, Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 430pm.
Eastleigh skateparks
Chandlers Ford Mini Ramp
Chandlers Ford Mini Ramp is great for beginner skaters or bike riders. The tarmac base is flat, perfect for the long run ups you’ll need to practice.
There’s a great play area for younger kids and a huge field to play on.
Chandlers Ford Mini Ramp is on Greenways, postcode SO53 2LE.
Eastleigh skatepark
Eastleigh skatepark is in in industrial estate just before Asda roundabout. It has free parking and is great for bikes and skateboards.
Eastleigh skatepark has a concrete bowl, metal ramps, quarter pipes and funbox. You can find the skatepark in Stoney Croft Rise, postcode SO53 3YU.
Days out in Eastleigh and Romsey
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens
Sir Harold Hillier’s Gardens is like no other gardens. it’s great for the whole family to explore. It is a bit hilly but all the paths are flat. It takes more than a day to walk around the whole park but why would you want too when you can stop off at their wooden playground or visit the treehouse slide.
Parking is on-site but is a small walk away from the entrance.
Romsey Mystery Treasure Trail
This is a trail that takes you through this old city. You can do this at your own pace and really have some family fun. If you decide to buy the trail map off the website then it comes as a Murder Mystery. It’s perfect for kids six-years-old and up and takes about 2-hours to complete.
Paultons Park
This amusement park is great for toddlers upwards. The park is home to Peppa Pig World for the small kids and huge rollercoasters for the bigger kids. They have play parks, splash parks and loads of places for a picnic too.
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Mottisfont Abbey and Gardens
Enjoy this huge abbey and gardens as a family. This is perfect for ages as the kids can run about the huge garden while exploring the abbey’s many floors.
Romsey War Memorial Park
This park is right in the middle of Romsey. It has a river flowing through the side with a big field, play park and bandstand.
Laura x
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