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The Best Toddler Things To Do Near Me in Hampshire

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If you are looking for toddler things to do in Hampshire then this is the list for you. We have included everything you need to keep your little amused throughout the summer holidays and beyond. Our kids activities cover the whole of Hampshire so you’ll never be short of things to do near you.

These are all family friendly toddler activities that include outdoor activities and indoor activities. We’ve also mixed up free things to do and paid ideas. How many of these have you visited?

If you are looking for more things to do in Hampshire then have a look at:

The Best Days Out For Babies in Hampshire – This is a huge list of days out ideas for babies. We’ve included everything from soft plays to playgrounds.

The Biggest List of Baby and Toddler Groups Near Me in Hampshire – This is an updated baby and toddler group list for Hampshire.

51 Free Days Out in Hampshire For Families – Going out doesn’t always have to cost money. This is our huge list of free things to do in Hampshire.

Things to do in Hampshire Guide

Wondering what to do today? Then our guide for ALL things Hampshire is for you!

If you are looking for things to do in Hampshire with kids then this guide is for you. We have over 200+ ideas that you can use to keep your whole family amused while exploring everything Hampshire has to offer!

This is an up to date spreadsheet, in activity order, that you can use when you have no clue what to do. We’ve included everything from country parks, to splash pools, lakes, castles, days out, playgrounds and walks.

Find out more about our Things to do in Hampshire Guide here.

North Hampshire

These toddler activities are a mix of outside and inside things to do. They are all buggy friendly and great places to take your toddler.

Baby groups

Look at our full list of baby groups in Hampshire here.

Mondays:

NameDetailsAddress
Bethel Babies and Toddlers0 – 4 years.
930am – 1130am.
Bethel Baptist Church, Bethel Lane, Hale, GU9 0QA.
Book Bethel Babies and Toddlers here.
Strength In Mumbers10am
6weeks – 4years
Longstock Village Hall, Longstock Road, Stockbridge, SO20 6DT
£45 for a 7 week term. Book Strength In Mumbers here.
Brookvale Toddler Group0 – 4 year.
10am – 1130am
Brookvale Village Hall, Lower Brook Street, Brookvale, Basingstoke RG21 7RU.
Littleton Toddler Group3 – 4 years.
10am – 1130am
Church Room, Church Lane, SO22 6QY.
Book Littleton Toddler Group here.
Toddler Sense12 months to 4 years.
930am – 1030am
Kempshott Village Hall, Pack Ln, Basingstoke RG22 5HN.
Book Toddler Sense here.
Warren Tots Pre-Play0 – 4 years.
915am – 1030am.
Hatch Warren Community Centre, Long Cross Lane, Hatch Warren, RG22 4XF.
Book Warren Tots Pre-Play here.
Strength In Mumbers930am & 1030am.
6weeks – 4years 
Augusta Park Community Centre, East Anton Farm Road, Andover, SP11 6RD. £45 for a 7 week term. Book Strength In Mumbers here.
Cornerstone Church 915am – 1045am
0 years – 4 years.
Immanuel Baptist Church, 109 Victoria Road North, Southsea, PO5 1PS.
Find out more about Cornerstone Church here.
Toddler Sense9.30am-1020am 13mths-2yrsWOW Centre Andover, Grace Baptisit Church, Oak Bank, South Street, Andover, SP10 2BX
Toddler Sense1110am – 12pm 2yrs-4.5yrsWOW Centre Andover, Grace Baptisit Church, Oak Bank, South Street, Andover, SP10 2BX

Tuesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Baby Sensory7 – 13 months. 930am – 1030amWOW Baby Sensory Centre
Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RG.
Book Baby Sensory here.
Baby SensoryBirth to 13 months.
930am – 1030am
WOW Baby Sensory Centre
Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RG.
Book Baby Sensory here.
Baby SensoryBirth to 6 months. 1110am – 1210pmWOW Baby Sensory Centre
Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RG.
Book Baby Sensory here.
Baby SensoryBirth to 13 months.
1250pm – 150pm
WOW Baby Sensory Centre
Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RG.
Book Baby Sensory here.
Little Angels Andover0 – 5 years. 12pm – 230pmSt Pauls community centre, Smannell Rd, Andover SP11 6JP.
Book Little Angels Andover here.
Popley Little People0 – 5 years.
930am – 11am
Melrose Community Hall, 597 Abbey Rd, Basingstoke RG24 9ES
St Mary’s Eastrop Toddler Groups0 – 5 years. 10am – 11.30amSt Mary’s Church, Goat Lane, Eastrop, Basingstoke RG21 7PZ
Tots on Tuesday0 – 5 years. 10am -1130amSalvation army hall. Winchester Street Andover SP10 2EA,
Tuesday Tots0 – 5 years. 945am to 1115amOakridge Hall For All, Forsythia Walk, Oakridge, Basingstoke RG21 5RG

Wednesday’s:

NameActivityDetailsAddress
Messy MonkeysMessy play6 months – 4 years.
915 am – 1015 am
Tangley Parish Village Hall, Tangley, Wildhern, Andover SP11 0JE. Find out how to book Messy Monkeys here.
ABC Winklebury PlaygroupPlaying0 – 5 years. 1230pm – 230pmChurch of the Good Shepherd, Basingstoke, RG23 8BU
Andover Library Toddler TimePlaying0 – 5 years. 10am – 1145amAndover Library, Chantry Way, SP10 1LT
Chill and ChatPlaying0 – 5 years. 1030am – 12noonPopley Spotlight Centre, Basingstoke, RG24 9BP
Coffee Pot MorningPlaying0 – 5 years. 10am – 11.30amLong Meadow Centre, Andover, SP10 5DE
Little Explorers Parent and Toddler GroupPlaying0 – 5 years. 1pm – 230pm. Elim Church,, Andover,, SP10 2BW
Toddler SenseDancing12 months – 4 years.
930am – 1030am
WOW Baby Sensory Centre
Oakrdge Hall for All, Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 5RG
Sweaty Mama Salisbury and TidworthExercise0 – 4 years
9.30am – 10.15am
£40 for 6 sessions.
Andover Leisure Centre, West Street Andover, SP10 1QP
Toddler SenseDancing930am-1020am 2yrs-4.5yrsWOW Centre Andover, Grace Baptisit Church, Oak Bank, South Street, Andover, SP10 2BX
Toddler SenseDancing1110am-12pm 13mths-2yrsWOW Centre Andover, Grace Baptisit Church, Oak Bank, South Street, Andover, SP10 2BX

Thursdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Baby SensoryBirth to 6 months.
930am – 1030am
WOW Baby Sensory Centre
Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RG
Baby SensoryBirth to 13 months.
1110am – 1210pm
WOW Baby Sensory Centre
Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, RG21 5RG
Little Angels0 – 5 years. 10am to 1130amHatch Warren Community Centre , Longcross Lane , Hatch Warren , Basingstoke RG22 4XF
Popley Little People0 – 5 years.
930am – 1130am.
Melrose Hall, Melrose Walk, Abbey Road Popley 4 , Basingstoke RG24 9PR
Munchkins Baby and Toddler Group0 – 5 years. 10am to 1130amWinklebury Community Centre, Sycamore Way, Winklebury, Basingstoke RG23 8AB
St Mary’s Eastrop Toddler Groups0 – 5 years.10.00-11.30amSt Mary’s Church, Goat Lane, Eastrop, Basingstoke RG21 7PZ
Upper Clatford Parent & Toddler Group0 – 5 years. 10am to 1130amKing Edward VII Memorial Hall, Upper Clatford, Andover
Strength In Mumbers10am. 6weeks – 4years Longstock Village Hall, Longstock Road, Stockbridge, SO20 6DT. £45 for a 7 week term. Book Strength In Mumbers here.

Fridays:

NameDetailsAddress
Baby and Under 2’s Stay and Play Group0 – 2 years. 930am to 1030amBusy Bees Hatch Warren Nursery, Hatch Warren Lane (next to Portsmouth Arms Pub), Basingstoke RG22 4RA
Friday Friends0 – 5 years. 10am – 11.30amBridge Street Methodist Church, Bridge Street, Andover
Hatch Warren Under 5’s Parent & Toddler Group0 – 5 years. 915am -1030amHatch Warren Community Centre, Longcross Lane, Hatch Warren, Basingstoke RG21 4AG
TAG Baby and Toddler Group at St Gabriel’s Church0 – 5 years. 10am – 1130amTewkesbury Close, Popley, Basingstoke RG24 9DU
Toddler Sense12 months – 4 years. 930am- 1030amWOW Baby Sensory Centre
Oakrdge Hall for All, Forsythia Walk, Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 5RG
Twinkling Stars Baby and Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
10am to 12pm
Wessex Christian Fellowship, Wessex Close, Basingstoke RG21 3NP
Strength In Mumbers930am.
6weeks – 4years 
St Pauls Church, Smannell Road, Andover, SP11 6JP
£45 for a 7 week term. Book Strength In Mumbers here.

Activities for babies and toddlers in North Hampshire:

1.Old Down Woodland Park

This is a huge green space in Basingstoke that can see found on foot from Firecrest Road. It has a small car park next to the community building with a small playground.

Walk one of the smaller paths to enjoy the local wildlife. Bring the buggy or bikes as the route is mostly flat.

You can find Old Down Woodland Park at 49 Firecrest Rd, Basingstoke RG22 5UL.

2. Alice Holt Forest Country Park

Alice Holt Country Park playground

Based near Farnham, there are loads of walking and cycling trails that take you around the park. They have a great playground with loads of green areas to play. This is a great full-day activity for the whole family.

You can find Alice Holt Forest Country Park at Farnham GU10 4LS.

3. Watercress Line

Day out with Thomas, Watercress Line. Thomas train

Not far from Winchester, the Watercress Line’s Day Out with Thomas is a must-see for all train fans. The Watercress Line is a 10-mile track which takes around 40 mins to travel. You can do this on a range of different steam and diesel trains which stop at different stations – Alresford, Ropley, Medstead and Four Marks and Alton.

These aren’t your traditional stations, instead, these are well-maintained and beautifully crafted attractions in themselves.

Bring a picnic and they have benches on top of the hill with a small playground for the kids. There’s plenty of routes to walk as well depending on what stop you get off.

You can find Watercress Line at The Railway Station, Station Road, New Alresford SO24 9JG.

4. Brickfields Country Park

This small 8 acres country park is pretty unknown unless you know where to look. Just off Boxalls Lane, this pretty area has pathways throughout the country park that are perfect for visitors with limited mobility and prams. Bring the kids bikes for a ride, have a picnic in the fields and enjoy this little-known park.

You can find Brickfields Country Park at Boxalls Lane, Aldershot GU11 3QJ.

5. Redan Hill Gardens and Play Area

This great garden is flat and fun. It has a nice playground and is great for park games and a picnic.
Aldershot Park is a great little park is flat and perfect for ball games and a picnic. They have a playground and the paths are flat which are perfect for scooters.

You can find Redan Hill Gardens at Windmill Road Aldershot GU12 4SJ.

6. Marwell Zoo

This zoo is great for the whole family. It takes a full day to get around the whole park which is full of animals from all over the world. Take a picnic and put on some walking shoes as the zoo is huge! They have a cute little train and a road train that runs around the park.

You can find Marwell Zoo at Thompson’s Ln, Colden Common, Winchester SO21 1JH.

7. Farley Mount Country Park

On the downs, a few miles west of Winchester lies Farley Mount Country Park. This is a large area of open countryside and woods, including chalk-down grassland, Forestry Commission plantation and the Ancient woodland Nature Reserve, Crabwood. Here you will find plenty of trails, wooden play areas hidden within the trees, den building and beautiful wildlife to take in. There are plenty of areas to park up and at and walk from so you may want to do a little research prior to visiting so you can pick the perfect spot for you and your family.

You can find Farley Mount Country Park at Sparsholt, Winchester SO21 2JG.

8. The Adventure Barn

Adventure Barn in Winchester has a huge three-level soft play frame that will keep even the most active child amused. They have tube slides, tumble rollers, and a huge ball pit. For babies and toddlers, they have a dedicated area that includes a bouncy castle and ball pit.

Their cafe is great for the whole family too. They do small bites like cakes and treats plus bigger meals and all hot drinks.

You can find The Adventure Barn at Hurst Lane, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1EZ.

9. Totcity Roleplay Centre

Totcity Roleplay Centre is a great attraction for toddlers. They offer loads of different sections that means the kids can dress up and play pretend. The play area includes a garage, hair and beauty salon, supermarket, cafe, and doctor’s surgery.

This small business offers a great selection of kid-friendly meals too.

You can find Totcity Roleplay Centre at 22-24 Chantry Way, Andover, Hampshire SP10 1LS.

10. St Catherine’s Hill

St Catherine's Hill, Winchester in Hampshire

With it’s vast landscape and stunning views, St Catherine’s Hill in Winchester is a great day out for the whole family. You don’t have to walk to the top of the hill either to get the best views of Winchester.

This stunning land is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to the general public who want to enjoy everything this beautiful chalk downland has to offer.

This 47 hectares nature reserve offers the whole family stunning views, historic interest and grazing animals. Walking on the trail you could see anything from butterflies in wildflowers to cattle and sheep throughout the whole year.

You can find St Catherine’s Hill on Garnier Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9PA.

South Hampshire

If you are looking for toddler activities near the coast then South Hampshire is for you. We have included free things to do as well as a few paid activities that you can do if you want to be out the house all day.

Baby groups:

Mondays:

NameDetailsAddress
Messy Monday’s6 months -5 years
1030am – 1130am
Frankie’s  Fun Factory, Unit 3, Romsey Industrial Estate, Greatbridge Rd, Romsey SO51 0HR. This is a messy play class that includes free soft play after your session. £7.50 a ticket. Book Messy Monday’s here.
Come and Play0 – 5 years. 0930am – 1130amSure Start Weston, 60 Foxcott Cl, Southampton SO19 9JQ
Happy Blossoms0 – 5 years. 0930am – 1130amSure Start Swaythling, Honeysuckle Rd, Southampton SO16 3BZ
Let’s Play Together0 – 5 years. 0930 am – 1115amFryatt Centre Toddler Group, Paynes Road, Southampton, SO15 3BY
NCT Walk and Talk New Parent Support Group0 – 1 years
11am – 12pm
Fleming Park, Passfield Ave, Eastleigh SO50 9NL
Sing and Sign Stage One1 – 3 years.
115pm – 2pm
St Marks Church, Archers Rd, Archers Road, Southampton, SO15 2LU
Sing and Sign Stage One1 – 3 years.
10am – 1045am
Totton and Eling Community Centre, Library Road (War Memorial Carpark), Totton SO40 3AP
Sing and Sign Stage One1 – 3 years.
11am – 1145am
Totton and Eling Community Centre, Library Road (War Memorial Carpark), Totton SO40 3AP
Soft Play and Active0 – 5 years. 0930am – 1130amAll Saints Church Hall, Sedbergh Road, Southampton, SO16 9HL
Diddi Dance1.5 – 4.5 years.
930am – 1015am.
West End Parish Centre
Chapel Road, West End, Hampshire, SO30 3FE.
Book here for more information.
Little Bear Baby Signing1 year – 24m
1030am – 1130am
The Hilt, Hiltingbury Rd, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh SO53 5NP.
Book here for more information.
Little Bear Baby Signing8m – 13m
1145am – 1245pm
The Hilt, Hiltingbury Rd, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh SO53 5NP.
Book here for more information.
Little Bear Baby Signing2m – 8m
1pm – 2pm
The Hilt, Hiltingbury Rd, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh SO53 5NP.
Book here for more information.
Rhyme Time0-5 years
2pm to 2.30pm
Woolston Library, Centenary Quay, Victoria Road, Southampton, SO19 9EF

Tuesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Little Pretenders0 – 5 years
1045am – 1145am 
Adult + child: £6.50. Additional children: £3.50
Additional adult: £1. Babes in arms: free. Includes a hot drink! No need to book.
The Old Chemist in Bitterne Park triangle,16 Manor Farm Rd, SO18 1NP.
Laura’s Messy Play0 – 5 years
1030am – 1130am
1st Fair Oak (8th Eastleigh) Scout Group, 4 Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, SO50 7AN. Please book here.
Buggy Workout0 – 2 years.
1115am – 12pm
Passfield Avenue, Eastleigh, SO50 9NL.
Book Buggy Workout by calling the center.
Family Point Stay and Play0 – 5 years. 930am – 11amLordshill Church Hall, Lordshill District Centre, SO16 8HY
Hightown Family Point0 – 5 years. 130pm – 3pm.Hightown Centre, Tunstall Road., Thornhill, Southampton
Little Bear Baby Signing12 – 24 months.
10am – 11am.
The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, BITTERNE PARK, Southampton, SO18 1HZ.
Little Bear Baby Signing8 – 13 months.
115am – 1215pm.
The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, BITTERNE PARK, Southampton, SO18 1HZ.
Little Bear Baby Signing2 – 8 months.
1230pm – 130pm.
The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, BITTERNE PARK, Southampton, SO18 1HZ.
Poppin0 – 5 years. 10am – 1130amAbove Bar Church, Above Bar Street, Southampton SO14 7FE
Portswood Pod Babies group0 – 6 months
1015am – 1115am
Main Hall Portswood Church, Portswood Road, SO17 2FY. Book Portswood Pod Babies group here.
Singing and stories0 – 5 years.
1pm – 230pm
Merryoak Community Centre, Acacia Road, Merryoak, Southampton
Tender Hearts Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
930am – 1115am
The Destiny Centre, Kent Road, Portswood, Southampton SO17 2LJ
Townhill Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
10am – 12pm
Townhill Farm Community Centre opposite Doctors surgery SO18 3RA.
Diddi Dance1.5 – 4.5 years.
145pm – 230pm
Shirley Parish Hall
St James Road, Shirley, Hampshire, SO15 5QF.
Book here for more information.
Little Bear Baby Signing10-11am – Big Cubs 12-24mBitterne Park, The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, Southampton, SO18 1HZ.
Book here for more information.
Little Bear Baby Signing11.15-12.15pm  – Little Cubs 8-13mBitterne Park, The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, Southampton, SO18 1HZ.
Book here for more information.
Little Bear Baby Signing12.30-1.30pm – Baby Bears 2-8mBitterne Park, The Ascension Centre, 1 Thorold Road, Southampton, SO18 1HZ.
Book here for more information.
Rhyme Time0-5 years
10.30am to 11am
Portswood Library, Portswood Road, Southampton, SO17 2NG
Story Time0-5 years
10.30am to 11.15am
Woolston Library, Centenary Quay, Victoria Road, Southampton, SO19 9EF
Story & Rhyme Time0-5 years
11am to 11.30am
Lordshill Library, Lordshill Centre, Southampton, SO16 8HY

Wednesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Tabnabs with Tots2 years – 4 years.
9am to 10am
Cooking classes with seasonal growing and making activities.
Hamble Village Memorial Hall, High Street, Hamble-le-Rice, Southampton, SO31 4JE. Book Tabnabs with Tots here.
Tadpoles Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
1pm – 230pm
St James Road Methodist Church,St James Road Methodist, St James Rd, Shirley, Southampton SO15 5HE. £2 a family.
Bumps & Babies0 – 6 months
130pm – 230pm
St Mark’s Church, Archers Road, Southampton, SO15 2LU
Family Point0 – 5 years. 930am – 1130amSalvation Army, 93 North East Road, Southampton, SO19 8AF
Mindfully Making It2 – 4 years
945am – 11am
Kookies Crafts, Woodley Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DW
Mindfully Making It0 – 1 years
1115am – 1230pm
Kookies Crafts, Woodley Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DW
Mindfully Making It0 – 4 years.
230pm – 345pm
Kookies Crafts, Woodley Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DW
Mother and Baby Group0 – 2 years. 10am – 1130amTrinity Church, Hazel Farm Road, Totton SO40 8WU
NCT Walk and Talk New Parent Support Group0 – 1 years. 11am – 12pmHiltingbury Recreation Ground, Hiltingbury Rd, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh
Parent & Baby Legs, Bums & Tums0 – 2 years.
130pm – 215pm
Passfield Avenue, Eastleigh, SO50 9NL.
Book Parent & Baby Legs, Bums & Tums via the centre.
Stay and Play0 – 5 years. 915am – 1045amStay and Play St James’ Church West End, West End, Southampton SO30 3LT 0 – 5
Stay and Play0 – 5 years. 930am – 1130amChrist The King Church Hall, Commercial Street, Bitterne, Southampton SO18 6BT
Tiny Tresures0 – 5 years. 10am – 1130amCentral Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton SO14 1NF
Diddi Dance1-5 years – 4.5 years.
930am – 1015am.
Shirley Parish Hall
St James Road, Shirley, Hampshire, SO15 5QF. Book here for more information.
Community Playlink0 – 5 years.
1030am – 1130am.
Swaythling Neighborhood Centre, Hampton Park Way, Southampton SO17 3AT
Story & Rhyme Time0-5 years
10.30am to 11am
Shirley Library, Shirley Precinct, Shirley High Street, Southampton, SO15 5LL
Toddler Time0-5 years
2pm to 2.30pm
Woolston Library, Centenary Quay, Victoria Road, Southampton, SO19 9EF
Rhyme Time0-5 years
2pm to 2.30pm
Bitterne Library, Bitterne Road East, Southampton, SO18 5EG

Thursdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Little PretendersThursdays 930am – 1030am and 11am – 12pmAdult + child: £6.50. Additional children: £3.50
Additional adult: £1. Babes in arms: free. Includes a hot drink! No need to book.
The Old Chemist in Bitterne Park triangle,16 Manor Farm Rd, SO18 1NP.
Chandlers Ford Rhyme Time0 – 5 years.
10am – 1030am
Chandler’s Ford Library, SO53 2LH
Mindfully Making It2 – 4 years
945am – 11am
Kookies Crafts, Woodley Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DW. (There could be a charge for this group.)
Mindfully Making It0 – 1 years
1115am – 1230pm
Kookies Crafts, Woodley Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DW. (There could be a charge for this group.)
Mindfully Making It0 – 4 years
230pm – 345pm
Kookies Crafts, Woodley Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DW. (There could be a charge for this group.)
Music and Story Time0 – 5 years.
1030am – 11am
Shirley Library, Shirley Precinct, SO15 5LL
Sing and Sign Stage One1 – 3 years.
1pm – 145pm
Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 2GJ
Sing and Sign Stage One1 – 3 years.
2pm – 245pm
Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 2GJ
Small Talk Parent and Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
10am – 1130am
Trinity Church, Hazel Farm Road, Totton SO40 8WU
Stay and Play0 – 5 years.
10am – 11.45am
Copythorne Parish Hall, Pollards Moor Road, Copythorne, Southampton so40 2nz
Stay and Play0 – 5 years.
1030am – 12pm
Salvation Army Hall, Whites Way, Hedge End
Sing and Sign Babes0 – 1 years.
3pm – 345pm
Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 2GJ
Townhill Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
10am – 12pm
Townhill Farm Community Centre opposite Doctors surgery SO18 3RA.
Rhyme Time0-5 years
10.30am to 11am
Central Library, Civic Centre, Southampton, SO14 7LW 

Fridays:

NameDetailsAddress
Jellybabies0 – 5 years.
930am – 1130am
Testwood Baptist Church, 283a Salisbury Road, Totton SO40 3LZ
NCT Walk and Talk New Parent Support Group0 – 1 years.
11am – 12pm
Fleming Park, Passfield Ave, Eastleigh SO50 9NL
Pushchair Pitstop0 – 5 years.
1030am – 1230pm
Elim Church, Middlebridge Street, Romsey, SO51 8HK
Sparklers0 – 5 years.
10am – 1130am
Kings Church Centre, 414 Coxford Road, Lordswood, SO16 5FF
Spring Road Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
10am – 1130am
Spring Road Evangelist church, Spring Rd, Itchen, Southampton SO19 2NU
The Ark Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
1030am – 12pm
St Johns Church Centre, St James Road, Shirley, Southampton
Diddi Dance0 – 5 years.
930am – 1015am
Pear Tree Church Hall
80 Peartree Road, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7RT
Diddi Dance1.5 – 4.5 years.
930am – 1015am
Totton & Eling Community Centre
Civic Centre Building, Library Road, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3AP
Book this playground here.
Diddi Dance1.5 – 4.5 years.
145pm – 230pm
Totton & Eling Community Centre
Civic Centre Building, Library Road, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3AP
Book this playground here.
Rhyme Time0-5 years
2pm to 2.30pm
Woolston Library, Centenary Quay, Victoria Road, Southampton, SO19 9EF
Fair Oak Community Library2 – 4 years.
10am to 11am
Fair Oak Community Library, Campbell Way, Fair Oak, SO50 7AX

11. New Forest Wildlife Park

There is so much to do at New Forest Wildlife Park. Like most places right now you do need to book. They open throughout the week and on weekends. You can bring a picnic or enjoy one of the many cafe’s and outlets they have on offer. The kids will love all the different animals that they have to offer including otters, wolves, and owls.

You can find New Forest Wildlife Park at Deerleap Lane, Southampton SO40 4UH

12. Royal Victory Country Park

Royal Victoria Country Park Hospital

Right on Netley seafront, this country park has everything you need for a fun day trip out for the whole family. Enjoy the seaside views from the stony beach or play on one of the three massive green fields. It has a huge adventure playground, a steam train, and a great little cafe with toilets on site.

You can find Royal Victory Country Park at Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 5GA.

13. Lakeside Country Park

Lakeside is off of Wide Lane in Eastleigh. 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.

You can find Lakeside Country Park at Wide Lane, Eastleigh SO50 5PD.

14. 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. They have a huge inside soft play that’s great for toddlers and bigger kids. They also have a new outside park and tractors that are on a huge enclosed field.

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.

You can find Manor Farm at Pyland’s Ln, Southampton SO31 1BH.

15. 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.

You can find Sir Harold Hillier Gardens at Jermyns Lane, Romsey SO51 0QA.

16. Romsey Mystery Treasure Trail and Romsey War Memorial Park

Romsey Mystery Treasure Trail 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.

Romsey War Memorial Park is right in the middle of Romsey. It has a river flowing through the side with a big field, play park, and a bandstand.

17. Weston Shore and Mayfield Park

Weston Shore has plenty of parking either end, this is a shingle beach with a playground on the beach and a tarmac path that is perfect for scooters and bikes.

Toilets and the cafe are open seasonally.You can park along the road or in one of the two free car parks. Take the kids scooters or bikes as the ground is flat. Just around the corner is Mayfield Park. It has a very small car park but the playground and green are huge. This playground is perfect for kids under eleven who love to swing and slide.

18. Hythe Ferry and New Forest Bus Tour

The Hythe Ferry is a great way to cross the water with a toddler. It’s a short trip which takes you to Hythe Pier then hop on the train to the bottom. Right outside the pier is the bus top that where you can pick up the New Forest Bus Tour. This is an open top bus tour that takes you around the New Forest. You can get off and on as you like for £17 return and it makes a great day out.

19. Kids2day Indoor Soft Play Centre

Based in an industrial park, Kids2day offers you the perfect soft play for toddlers and primary-aged kids. They have a section that is gated off for the smaller kids that includes comfy sofas for the grown-ups and small slides and tunnels for the kids.

For older kids, they have a huge three-level play area that they will never get bored in. They have a huge slide and loads of places to run, jump and play around.

You can find Kids2day Indoor Soft Play Centre at Unit 5 Renown Close, Chandlers Ford Industrial Estate, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 4HZ.

20. Injoy Centres Southampton

Injoy soft play centre

Injoy is a great place to take the whole family. Not only do they have a huge soft play for older kids with great slides and a ball pit, they also have a dedicated area for toddlers too.

For teens, they also have climbing walls and a trampoline park.

For grown-ups, they have loads of comfy seating and a great cafe that offers hot drinks and sweet treats. It’s completely open so you can see the kids at all times.

You can find Injoy Centres Southampton at Ocean Village, 4, Ocean Way, Southampton SO14 3TJ.

East Hampshire

Covering Portsmouth and beyond, East Hampshire has everything that you’ll need to keep your toddler amused.

Baby groups:

Mondays:

NameDetailsAddress
Baby & Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
915am – 1030am
£1 donation. Snack provided.
Friendship House, Elm Grove, PO5 1JT
Little Steps0 – 5 years.
930am – 1130am
£1 donation. Snack provided.
East Meon Village Hall, Workhouse Ln, East Meon, Petersfield GU32 1PF
Andy Pandy Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
930am to 11:00am
2 New Parade, 38 West Street, Portchester, Fareham PO16 9UY
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
10am – 11am
Horndean, Jubilee Hall
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 1 years old.
1115am – 12pm
Horndean, Jubilee Hall
Little Bear Baby Signing12 – 24 months.
10am – 11am.
Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Bear Baby Signing8 – 13 months.
1120am – 1220pm
Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Bear Baby Signing2 – 8 months.
1245pm – 145pm.
Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Shipmates0 – 5 years.
930am – 11am
St Simons Church, Waverley Rd, Southsea PO5 2PW
Rhymetime (Waterlooville)0 – 1 years. 11am – 1130amWaterlooville Library, The Precinct, Waterlooville PO7 7DT
Rhymetime (Leigh Park)0 – 1 years. 930am – 10amLeigh Park Library 50 Park Parade, Havant PO9 5AB
Rhymetime (Hayling Island)0 – 1 years. 1030am – 11amHayling Island Library, Elm Grove PO11 9EE
Shimmering Stars6 weeks – 12 months. 930am-1015amWestbourne Meeting Place, North St, Westbourne, Emsworth PO10 8SP
Sparkling Stars1 year – 2 years.
10.20am-11.05am
Westbourne Meeting Place, North St, Westbourne, Emsworth PO10 8SP
Sparkling Stars3 years – 4 years.
1110am-1155am
Westbourne Meeting Place, North St, Westbourne, Emsworth PO10 8SP
Sparkling Stars6 weeks – 12 months. 1230pm-115pmHayling Island Community Centre, Station Rd, Hayling Island PO11 0HB
Sparkling Stars1 year – 2 years. 120pm-205pmHayling Island Community Centre, Station Rd, Hayling Island PO11 0HB
Sparkling Stars3 years – 4 years. 210pm-255pmHayling Island Community Centre, Station Rd, Hayling Island PO11 0HB
St Peter’s Church Parent & Toddlers0 – 5 years. 9.30am – 11.30amSt Peter’s Church Church Path The Square Petersfield GU32 3HS
Taada UK2 – 5 years. 945am – 1045amDrayton United Church, 282 Havant Rd, Drayton, Portsmouth PO6 1PA
Taada UK2 – 5 years. 1130am – 1230pmLockswood Community Centre, 2 Centre Way, Locks Heath, Southampton SO31 6DX
Tiddlers Messy Play0 – 5 years.
9.30am—11am
Liphook Infants School, Community Room, Avenue Cl, Liphook GU30 7QE
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant12 – 18 months.
930am – 1015am.
WOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant18 months – 2 years 6 months.
1045am – 1130am
WOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant2 – 3 years.
1230pm – 115pm.
WOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Weyford Parent & Toddlers0 – 5 years.
8.40am—11.30am
Weyford Infants School, Mill Chase Rd, Bordon GU35 0EP
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
10am – 11am
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playground here.
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
1130am – 1230pm
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playground here.
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
1pm – 2pm
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.

Tuesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Tabnabs with Tots2 – 4 years.
9am – 10am.
Cooking classes with seasonal growing and making activities.
Priory Park Community Hall, Upper Brook Dr, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 6PT. Book Tabnabs with Tots here.
Tabnabs with Teeny Tots 0 – 2 years.
1015am to 11am
Baby messy play supporting baby led weaning.
Priory Park Community Hall, Upper Brook Dr, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 6PT. Book Tabnabs with Tots here.
Boogie Mites10 months – 3 years. 130pm – 215pm
Cosham Community Centre, Wootton Street, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 3AP
Boogie Mites0 months – 14 months.
230pm – 315pm
Cosham Community Centre, Wootton Street, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 3AP
Clanfield Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
930am – 1130am
Clanfield Memorial Hall, South Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 0RB
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
10am – 11am
Stamshaw & Tipner Community Center
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
1015am – 1115am
Cosham – Highbury Community Center
Little Bear Baby Signing8 – 13 months. 10am – 11am.Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Bear Baby Signing2 – 8 months.
1120am – 1220pm
Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Bear Baby Signing2 – 8 months.
1245pm – 145pm.

Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Fishes – Parent and Toddler Group (Hayling)0 – 5 years. 930am – 1130amSouth Hayling United Reform Church, Hollow Lane, Hayling Island PO11 9EY
Monster Movers0 – 1 years. 930am-1015amSD Studios, Sultan Rd, Portsmouth PO2 7AP
Monster Movers2 – 4 years. 1045am-1130amSD Studios, Sultan Rd, Portsmouth PO2 7AP
Mums and Tots (Havant)0 – 5 years.
10am – 1130am
Bethel Church Hall, 441 Dunsbury Way, Havant PO9 5BD
Parent and Toddlers (Hart Plain, Waterlooville)0 – 5 years.
10am – 12noon
Hart Plain Church, 59 Hart Plain Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 8RG
Shimmering Stars6 weeks – 12 months. 930am-1015amWaterlooville Community Centre, 10 Maurepas Way, Waterlooville PO7 7AY
Shimmering Stars1 year – 2 years. 1020am-1105amWaterlooville Community Centre, 10 Maurepas Way, Waterlooville PO7 7AY
Shimmering Stars3 years – 4 years. 1110am-1155amWaterlooville Community Centre, 10 Maurepas Way, Waterlooville PO7 7AY
Tadaa UK2 – 4 years. 10am – 1045am.The Stride Centre, Havant
The Old Schoolhouse Creative Play (Denmead)0 – 5 years. 930am – 11amThe Old Schoolhouse Preschool, Denmead Community Centre, School Lane, Denmead, Waterlooville, Hampshire PO7 6LU
Rainbow Toddlers930am.
0 – 5 years.
Rainbow Toddlers, St Faith’s Church, Victoria Square, PO13 9NF. £2 a family.

Wednesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Little Tiddlers0 – 5 years.
1030am – 1215pm
St Jude’s Church, Kent Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3EL.
Music Mad – Childrens’ Group 10 months – 4 years
945am – 1045am
Milton Village Community Association, 182 Milton Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO4 8PR. £4 a family PAYG.
Boogie Mites10 months – 4 years.
10am –1045am
Portchester Castle Street Centre, 18 Castle Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 9PP
Boogie Mites0 months – 14 months.
11am – 1145am
Portchester Castle Street Centre, 18 Castle Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 9PP
Boogie Mites10 months – 4 years.
10am –1045am
St John’s College Nelson Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3QW
Boogie Mites0 months – 14 months
11am –1145am
St John’s College Nelson Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3QW
Buriton Toddler Group0 – 5 years.
9am—11am
Village Hall, Buriton, High Street, Petersfield, GU31 5RX
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
1015am – 1115am
Hilsea – St Francis Church
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 1 years old.
1130am – 1215pm
Hilsea – St Francis Church
Little Bear Baby Signing12 – 24 months. 10am – 11am.Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Bear Baby Signing8 – 13 months. 1120am – 1220pmBurridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Bear Baby Signing2 – 8 months. 1pm – 2pm
Burridge Village Hall
Botley Road
SO31 1BS
Little Fish Toddler Groups0 – 5 years.
930am to 11am
Holy Rood Church, Gosport Road, Stubbington PO14 2AS
Lovedean Parent & Toddlers0 – 5 years.
945am – 1145am
Lovedean Village Hall, Lovedean Lane, Horndean PO8 9SF
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant18 months – 2 years 6 months. 930am – 1015amWOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant2 – 3 years. 1045am – 1130amWOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
10am – 11am
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
1130am – 1230pm
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
1pm – 2pm.
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.

Thursdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Love Family0 – 4 years.
10am – 1130am
Stay and play group for pre-school aged children. £1 donation. We provide hot drinks and biscuits (usually chocolate) for adults and a range of healthy toddler snacks for the children. 
City Life Church, Tangier Road, Portsmouth, PO3 6JH.
Little Steps0 – 5 years.
930am – 1130am
Snacks provided. £1 donation.
United Reformed Church, 25 College St, Petersfield GU31 4AG. Find more information here.
Boogie Mites10 months – 4 years.
10am – 1045am
St Francis Church, Clayhall Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AJ
Boogie Mites0 months – 14 months. 11am – 1145amSt Francis Church, Clayhall Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AJ
Boogie Mites10 months – 4 years. 10am – 1045am.St John’s College Nelson Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3QW
Boogie Mites0 months – 14 months. 11am –1145amSt John’s College Nelson Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3QW
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
10am – 11am
Springwood Community Centre
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
1115am – 1215pm
Southsea – Havelock Community Centre
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 1 years old.
1115am – 12pm
Springwood Community Centre
Shimmering Stars6 weeks – 12 months. 1230pm-
1.15pm
Ascension Church Portsmouth, Stubbington Ave, Portsmouth PO2 0JG
Shimmering Stars1 year – 2 years. 120pm-205pmAscension Church Portsmouth, Stubbington Ave, Portsmouth PO2 0JG
Shimmering Stars3 years – 4 years.
210pm-255pm
Ascension Church Portsmouth, Stubbington Ave, Portsmouth PO2 0JG
Teeny Tots (Waterlooville)0 – 5 years. 10am – 1130amWaterlooville Baptist Church, 368 London Rd, Waterlooville PO7 7SY
Thursday Toddlers (Horndean)0 – 5 years. 10am -1145amNapier Hall, Portsmouth Rd, Horndean, Waterlooville PO8 9NL
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant12 – 18 months. 930am – 1015amWOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant18 months – 2 years 6 months. 1045am – 1130am.WOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Toddlers (Cowplain)0 – 5 years.
10am – 12pm
Cowplain Evangelical Church, Durley Ave, Cowplain, Waterlooville PO8 8XA. Please book here.

Fridays:

NameDetails Address
Tabnabs with Tots2 years to 4 years.
9am to 10am.
Cooking classes with seasonal growing and making activities. Warsash Victory Hall, 27 Warsash Rd, Warsash, Southampton SO31 9HW. Book Tabnabs with Tots here.
Little Steps0 – 5 years.
930am – 1130am
Fun filled toddler group. £1 donation. Snack included.
7B South Ln, Clanfield, Waterlooville PO8 0RB
Boogie Mites10 months – 2 years. 10am – 1045amSt John’s College Nelson Road, Southsea, PortsmouthPO5 3QW
Boogie Mites10 months – 4 years. 11am – 1145amSt John’s College Nelson Road, Southsea, PortsmouthPO5 3QW
Bumps and Babies0 – 1 years.
10am – 1130am
Cowplain Evangelical Church, Durley Ave, Cowplain, Waterlooville PO8 8XF
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
1015am – 1115am
Copnor The Stacey Centre
Jiggy Wrigglers Portsmouth0 – 5 years old.
1045am – 1145am
Denvilles The Stride Centre
Molly Moocow0 – 5 years. 10am – 11amLiphook Millenium Hall, 2-10 Ontario Way, Liphook GU30 7LD
Open Door0 – 5 years. 930am – 12pm.The Triangle Community Centre, Mill Road, Liss Gu33 7DX
Taada UK2 – 5 years. 945am – 1045am.Drayton United Church, 282 Havant Rd, Drayton, Portsmouth PO6 1PA
Taada UK2 – 5 years.
1115am – 1215pm.
Drayton United Church, 282 Havant Rd, Drayton, Portsmouth PO6 1PA
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant2 – 3 years. 1045am – 1130am.WOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Toddler Sense Chichester and Havant18 months – 2 years 6 months.
930am – 1015am
WOW Center Chichester, Catholic Bible School, Farm Lane, Chichester, PO18 8SD
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
10am – 11am
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
1130am – 1230pm
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.
Babies Go Bananas PlayGroup0 – 5 years.
1pm – 2pm
Anchorage Lodge Community Centre, Sywell Cres, Portsmouth PO3 5UB. Book this playgroup here.

21. Staunton Country Park

Staunton Country Park has loads to offer the family of different ages. They have a working farm, beautiful gardens, and glasshouses that are a real sight to see. Parking is close but there is a short walk to the entrance. This is a great place for toddlers. They have a great inside soft play for babies and toddlers that they can explore too.

You can find Staunton Country Park at Middle Park Way, Havant PO9 5HB.

22. Holly Hill Woodland Park

stepping stones over the river

Holly Hill is a woodland park in Fareham near Portsmouth. There are toilets at the top of the main car park, which is on Barnes Close. You can take a picnic as there are loads of benches or places to lay a rug.

Depending on how long you would like to walk, you can pick a trail that takes you through the enchanted forest, over bridges and stepping stones.

You can find Holly Hill Woodland Park at 123 Barnes Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton SO31 7BH.

23. Southsea Sea Front

Southsea Sea Front is a great if your family want to go scootering or for a bike ride on a flat surface. Opposite the Seafront there is a huge green field that hosts a great playground as well as a great space for picnics and games.

Walk along the seafront a bit more and you’ll come to the lighthouse and Henry 8th Fort that the kids can walk around. The fields this side are hilly but they are great to stand atop to watch the incoming ships come in.

Wherever you park along the seafront you have to pay but they do have toilets either end of the piers and plenty of places to sit down if the kids get tired.

All the paths are flat and there are so many ways you can go!

24. Portchester Castle

Front of Portchester Castle

Portchester Castle is one of our favourite places to visit. It is free to enter the inner walls. Inside you will find a huge green that is great for toddlers to run about. Make sure you visit the amazing cafe on-side for lunch or you can bring your own picnic and sit on the grass.

We love looking around the walls for painted rocks that are left by local kids. See how many you can find then re-hide them for the next family.

The castle is surrounded by the sea and it’s a great place to spot incoming boats.

You can find Portchester Castle at Church Lane, Portchester, Fareham PO16 9QW.

25. Blue Reef Aquarium

Take a deep dive into our oceans and enjoy what they have to offer. See the sharks swimming over your head, see the rays and enjoy their stunning view of the seafront. When you buy a ticket, it is valid for all day so you can leave and return as you wish.

They have a great splash park for toddlers to enjoy too.

You can find Blue Reef Aquarium at Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3PB.

26. Rock Up Whitley

Based in Whitley Shopping Centre, Rock Up is a fun attraction for the whole family. You can climb all the different climbing walls or enjoy the soft play that is great for younger kids.
They have over 25 climbing walls and loads of different challenges. Make sure you try the Vertical Drop Slide while you are there.

You can find Rock Up Whitley at Whiteley Shopping Centre, Whiteley Way, Whiteley, Fareham PO15 7PD.

27. Little Big Village Locks Heath

While this isn’t a traditional soft play, Little Big Village is a great place for younger kids to come and play. Let them use their imagination and enjoy coming up with stories around the many different areas that this play area has to offer.

You can find Little Big Village Locks Heath at 21, Locks Heath Centre, Locks Heath, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 6DX.

28. Fort Nelson

Royal Armouries Fort Nelson is a great place to visit for the whole family. Based in Fareham near Portsmouth in Hampshire, Fort Nelson overlooks the South Downs National park.

The Royal Armouries Fort Nelson is home to an astonishing collection of artillery. This may not sound very family-friendly but it really is. The armouries museum is completely interactive and outside there are tunnels and little hidden parts of the fort that we keep discovering every time we visit.

Fort Nelson and the Royal Armouries museum can be found at Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham, PO17 6AN. It is 20 minutes from central Southampton and really goes well with a trip to Porchester Castle as they are only 5 minutes apart.

You can find Fort Nelson at Portsdown Hill Rd, Portchester, Portsmouth, Fareham PO17 6AN.

West Hampshire

With the New Forest right on our doorstep, West Hampshire has everything you’ll need to keep your toddler entertained. Bring a picnic and some toys and enjoy the many forest paths and woodland walks with your little one.

Read our Huge Guide to Things to do in New Forest here.

Baby Groups:

Mondays:

NameDetailsAddress
HULLABALOO0 – 5 years.
10am – 1130 am
Lymington Baptist Church, 10 New St, Lymington SO41 9BJ
Play and Chat0 – 5 years. 945am – 1145amTotton and Eling Community Centre, library road, totton so40 3ap
Smartees0 – 5 years.
930am – 11am
St Johns Hall, Hythe, Hythe SO45 6BP

Tuesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Baby Sensory6 – 13 months.
930am – 1015am
Abbotswood Community Centre
4 Abbotswood Common Rd
Busy Bees Toddler Group0 – 5 years. 10am – 12pmLyndhurst Baptist Church, Lyndhurst SO43 7FG
Jelly Tots0 – 5 years. 930am – 1130amPalace Ln, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7YG
Rhyme Time0 – 3 years. 2pm – 230pmLymington Library, North Cl, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 9BW
Tots and Tinies0 – 3 years.
2pm – 230pm
Ringwood Library, Christchurch Rd, Ringwood BH24 1DW
TWINKLERS0 – 5 years. 9am-11.15amGreenbanks Cl, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0SQ

Wednesdays:

NameDetailsAddress
Baby Sensory6 – 13 months.
930am – 1015am
Abbotswood Community Centre
4 Abbotswood Common Rd
Baby SensoryBirth to 13 months.
12pm – 1245pm
Abbotswood Community Centre
4 Abbotswood Common Rd
Little Pickles0 – 5 years.
915am – 1130am
New Life Christian Centre, Gore Rd, New Milton BH25 6RZ
Mother and Baby Group0 – 2 years.
10am – 12pm
Trinity Church, Hazel Farm Road, Totton SO40 8WU
Toddler Group at Hythe United Reformed Church0 – 5 years.
10am – 1130am
New Road, Hythe, Southampton SO45 6BR
Diddi Dance1.5 years – 4.5 years.
930am – 1015am.
Hythe & Dibden Community Centre
Brinton Lane, Hythe, Hampshire, SO45 6DU
Diddi Dance1.5 years – 4.5 years.
1045am – 1130am
Hythe & Dibden Community Centre
Brinton Lane, Hythe, Hampshire, SO45 6DU

Thursdays:

NameDetailsAddress
BARTON ON SEA PLAYGROUP0 – 5 years. 130pm – 3pmBarton on Sea Methodist Church, Cliffe Rd, Barton on Sea, New Milton BH25 7PA
BUSY BEES TODDLER GROUP0 – 5 years. 10am – 12pmLyndhurst Baptist Church, Lyndhurst SO43 7FG
LITTLE EXPLORERS TODDLER GROUP0 – 5 years. 915am – 11amLymington United Reformed Church, High Street, SO41 9AG
RHYME TIME11am – 1130amLymington Library, North Cl, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 9BW
Small Talk Parent & Toddler Group0 – 5 years. 10am – 12pmTrinity Church, Hazel Farm Road, Totton SO40 8WU
The Church in the Market Plays0 – 5 years. 930am – 11amSt Peter’s and St Paul’s Church, Market Place, Ringwood BH24 1AW

Fridays:

NameDetailsAddress
BARTON ON SEA PLAYGROUP0 – 5 years. 130pm – 3pmBarton on Sea Methodist Church, Cliffe Rd, Barton on Sea, New Milton BH25 7PA
BUSY BEES TODDLER GROUP0 – 5 years. 10am – 12pmLyndhurst Baptist Church, Lyndhurst SO43 7FG
LITTLE EXPLORERS TODDLER GROUP0 – 5 years. 915am – 11amLymington United Reformed Church, High Street, SO41 9AG
RHYME TIME11am – 1130amLymington Library, North Cl, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 9BW
Small Talk Parent & Toddler Group0 – 5 years. 10am – 12pmTrinity Church, Hazel Farm Road, Totton SO40 8WU
The Church in the Market Plays0 – 5 years. 930am – 11amSt Peter’s and St Paul’s Church, Market Place, Ringwood BH24 1AW

29. Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary and Furzey Gardens

These two activities are perfect for a sunny day with younger kids. Bolderwood Arboretum is on Ornamental Drive that leads from the A35. It’s got a huge car park and toilets close by. If you go through the gate and follow the path which leads you down to viewing around where you should be able to see some wild deer roaming throughout the forest. Keep walking down and you come across a light stream and a few small ponds. The path is a bit hilly and if it’s been raining you may need wellies. Saying that though, it’s fine for pushchairs and bikes.

You can find Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary at Bolderwood Arboretum Ornamental Drive, Lyndhurst SO43 7GQ.

Furzey Gardens is a great place to spot fairies. Walk around the tranquil gardens while letting the kids explore the surrounding woods.

You can find Furzey Gardens at School Lane, Minstead, Lyndhurst SO43 7GL.

30. Hatchet Pond

Hatchet Pond is in the New Forest and is perfect if the kids need to let off some steam. There’s plenty of parking and it’s a great place to put your wellies on and really explore. The ground is mostly flat so great for bike riding.

You can find Hatchet Pond at New Forest SO42 7WT.

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31. The Cricket Ground

This is a huge area that can get busy in the summer but is great for kids to ride their bikes as the grass is kept low. There is a small river nearby which is great for a paddle in the summer months. The car park does get busy on a dry day.

Laura x 

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