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28/02/2024

TARCA were out over the weekend at Anton Lakes conducting watercress bed maintenance.

Eighteen volunteers dug out a channel in the beds to improve flow and increase light levels, as well as clearing surrounding vegetation to improve light levels. The team also conducted a large litter pick, collecting many bags of rubbish.

The next volunteer opportunity with our countryside team is tree planting at Harewood Common on 9 March, 10am – 2pm. Meet at P20 Co-op. All welcome.

Download the full calendar of countryside events at https://ow.ly/Gljt50QIgUf

23/02/2024

🐾 Heading out on a dog walk this weekend and want to stop off for refreshments

Kimbridge Barn tea room is completely dog friendly, allowing clean & dry dogs in all inside spaces. 🐕

Cork & Bean in Romsey has a dog menu. 🐶

19/02/2024

Andover can look forward to two BRAND NEW food festivals coming up later this year:

🍱 Andover World Food Market on Sunday 4th August
🥙 Taste of Test Valley on Sunday 29th September

If you're a local street food seller, baker or food producer and would like to take part in one or both events, you can apply for a pitch here: https://ow.ly/iJBe50QF0pu
Applications close Friday 23rd Feb.

16/02/2024

Test Valley has the longest river in Hampshire, beautiful countryside and lots of pretty villages, along with 500 miles of footpaths and fantastic open spaces to explore.

If you are looking to get some fresh air and to stretch your legs, check out the walking routes on our website.

You can even build in a pub stop: 🥾 https://www.visittestvalley.org/walking

14/02/2024

Plan a date to visit the Test Valley in 2024? ❤❤

If you ❤ rolling countryside, bubbling streams and rivers, quaint country pubs, walking, cycling, visiting beautiful gardens and more, you will ❤ the Test Valley a scenic slice of Hampshire. 🌳

Find places to stay, eat, drink and visit at https://www.visittestvalley.org/

13/02/2024

Looking for places to visit with the kids, here are a few idea's for some fun days out🤸‍♀️!

Hawk Conservancy Trust
Paultons Park
Romsey Rapids Sports Complex
Andover Leisure Centre
Finkley Down Farm
Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

13/02/2024

It's Shrove Tuesday will you be eating out or flipping your pancakes at home? 🥞

📸 Josie's in Romsey

12/02/2024

Get some idea's for fun days out and activities this half term in Test Valley 🤸‍♀️ 👇!

VisitTestValley.org is crammed with idea's and activities to plan your half term week fun.

Finkley Down Farm
Charlton or Romsey Adventure Golf
Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm
Golden Gecko Climbing Ltd
Andover Leisure Centre
Army Flying Museum

10/02/2024

Looking to get outdoors for some fresh air and enjoy the beautiful gardens in Test Valley this half term? 🤸‍♂️🤸‍♀️

Head to Mottisfont, National Trust and choose a themed activity pack to help you explore with the kids, their is a choice of art, gardens or the natural world. Packs include activity and identification sheets, and a pack of coloured pencils. Younger children (5 and under) can enjoy a simple, seasonal spotter trail.

Sir Harold Hillier Arboretum and Gardens is a great day out where the kids can explore the gardens and hide out in the tree house as well as enjoy wooden play equipment, the wobbly bridge and spot some wildlife.

📷 Mottisfont House and Hilliers Gardens

09/02/2024

The first lambs of the year have been born at Finkley Down Farm 🐑

They have more lambs & baby goat kids due to be born over the coming weeks, head down to the farm this half term to meet the new additions. 😍

📷 Finkley Down Farm (new Lambs)

08/02/2024

Let your imagination go wild this half term by joining in some free Lego-themed activities in Andover, suitable for all the family 👇

🧱 From 10th to 18th Feb, take part in a Block Hunt with InAndover - from Andover BID, which will take you on a special trail across the town to track down familiar Lego characters in business windows. There will be a prize to win for those that complete the trail...
🧱 Visit the Museum of The Iron Age & Andover Museum to contribute to their Future Andover Community Lego Build. The museum is also currently running a Doodle Room exhibition, where you can help to transform the gallery into an evolving artwork of doodles, dreams and imagination.
🧱 The Chantry Centre will be running free Lego-build workshops on Mon 12th and Tues 13th Feb. Sessions are pre-bookable via Eventbrite, but there may be opportunities to join in on the day, subject to capacity.

Find out more https://ow.ly/iVU150QxNJC

07/02/2024

Love cars ❤

Thruxton Driving Experiences have some amazing offers, what a treat this would be for Valentines Day - next Wednesday! 😍🏎

SAVE 10% ON SELECTED DRIVING EXPERIENCES
SAVE 15% ON ALL FEBRUARY & MARCH BOOKINGS
SAVE 20% WHEN PURCHASING ANY TWO DRIVING EXPERIENCES

More info 🏎 https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/experiences

05/02/2024

Celebrate half term at Paultons Park and enjoy a fantastic day out with the kids 🤸‍♂️!

🎫 Tickets can be booked online in advance.

📸 Paultons Park

03/02/2024

Don't miss Romsey Farmers Market this Sunday (4 February)!🛍🥔🥒🥕🍅

Fresh local produce supporting local businesses.

📍 Alma Road Car Park (opposite Waitrose), Romsey, SO51 8ED
⏲ 10am to 1pm

02/02/2024

Sir Harold Hillier Arboretum and Gardens is hosting a Gardeners’ Breakfast and Guided Tour this Saturday with their Head Gardener Fran, there are limited tickets left.

See the beautiful winter colours in the gardens and learn more about the collection and pick up some gardening tips too.

📷 Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

01/02/2024

Take a stroll in the gardens at Mottisfont, National Trust and enjoy the carpets of white snowdrops currently emerging around the gardens and along the streams.

30/01/2024

Finkley Down Farm has a fantastic new Farmyard Golf Course! ⛳🚜

🌈 9 holes of farm-themed mini-golf
🐄 Adorable farmyard obstacles
🎉 Fun for all ages!
🌟Included in your admission!

28/01/2024

Love LEGO®?

Join The BRICK People Ltd for fun LEGO® activities at the Army Flying Museum on the weekend of the 24 and 25 February 😀

🤸‍♂️ Anagram trail throughout the Museum
🚁 Build super flying machines out of LEGO®
🤖 LEGO® brick built "Robot Battles"
💥 Mosaic building using LEGO® Dots
🚁 A selection of models on display
💥 Speed build challenge with a leaderboard
💥 LEGO® Duplo® area for younger builders

Tickets can be booked in advance find out more on their page Army Flying Museum

📷 Image: Army Flying Museum

26/01/2024

Tickets available now for the 2024 British Touring Car Championship at the UK's fastest circuit! 🏎

Relive it all from 2023 in episode 4 of 'On The Limit' NOW!
📺 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUNw3Pim6DI

🎟️Get your tickets for 2024 here: https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/thruxton-events

📷 Thruxton Race Circuit

24/01/2024

The Apple Rooms at Houghton Lodge Gardens a perfect base for exploring Test Valley and the surrounding area this winter. 🌳

Near to , , and ******er to visit historic sights or take in the scenic countryside.

📷 The Apple Rooms

21/01/2024

Looking for things to do with the kids? 🐐🐇🚜

Head to Finkley Down Farm to meet lots of cute animals and there are plenty of play areas indoors and outdoors for the kids.🤸‍♀️

📷 Finkley Down Farm

20/01/2024

If you love a good burger head to The Greyhound on the Test 🍔😍

Original Fry Up Material will be taking over the restaurant, so you can enjoy their burgers with a drink.

🗓️ 23rd and 30th January 2024
🕰 5:30pm until 8:30pm

No need to book. 😋

19/01/2024

Kimbridge Barn has a new event for 2024, they are introducing the “Spring Social” - sitting in the same series as their Summer Sundowner 🪩 and Winter WarmUp 🎿!

The event is on Saturday, 13th April from 5:30pm - 11:30pm and is £25 per person.

Get in touch with Kimbridge Barn to reserve your tickets today! 🎟️

#2024

18/01/2024

Looking for a fun activities to do indoors out of the cold? 🥶

Head to Riverside Bowl in Andover. It has bowling, glow golf, great refreshments and more.

16/01/2024

Golden Gecko Climbing Ltd provide a safe and welcoming space where
your young climbers can have fun, learn new skills & make new friends 🧗‍♀️

The youth programs introduce kids to rock climbing starting from five years old. Beginners will get acquainted with the wall through fun games & activities, then move on to learn technique and build strength. As our young climbers need extra challenges, they will learn more advanced skills. With climbing instructors supporting them throughout!!

Head to Golden Gecko Climbing Ltd for after-school session times and more.

14/01/2024

Kimbridge Barn is hosting Galentine’s Day 💖 — a day for women to celebrate their friendships with their best friends!

Saturday 10th February from 12:30pm, enjoy fabulous waffle platters and plenty of free-flowing prosecco 🥂 Who doesn’t love a bottomless brunch?! 🍾

Head to their website to book your space! 💻

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13/01/2024

mmoochan independent shop in Andover is getting geared up for Valentines Day, stocking a selection of newly released Jellycats, that will steal your 💕.

12/01/2024

The first snowdrops have been spotted at Mottisfont, National Trust.

👀 Wander around the winter garden and the waterways to spot them, with many more poised to bloom in the coming weeks.

12/01/2024

Keeping the memory of the epic Dambusters - RAF 617 Squadron's actions alive, whilst supporting veterans, are Group 617 'Making a Difference'.

Join them at the Army Flying Museum on Saturday 3rd February for the next Living History Saturday ⏳. They will be giving special presentations at 11am and 2 pm.

10/01/2024

It's January and the highlight of the month is the Hawk Conservancy with the magical Woodland Lights and spectacular owl flights. ❄ ✨🦉

There's still some tickets left on selected dates! Head to their website to get your tickets today: https://ow.ly/ncCS50Qo6mk

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#Repost @armyflyingmuseum ・・・ Here is the trailer for our next #LockdownLecture, THE ROYAL FLYING CORPS: THE ARMY IN THE AIR IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR. The lecture will be followed by a LIVE Q&A and will be available to view at 7pm on Monday 21st September on our website : armyflying.com

For those who enjoy a little more action, thrills and spills Test Valley caters for you too.❤️ From reaching new heights at Golden Gecko Climbing Ltd to driving the fast lane with go-karts at Thruxton Race Circuit not to mention the awesome theme park rides at Paultons Park and meeting the cutest of new friends at Cholderton Charlie's Farm - you'll never be short of family adventures! And we've only touched the surface of some of the wonderful attractions our region has to offer, discover more here ⬇️ https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/things-to-do/things-to-do-in-test-valley/attractions-on-the-test-valley #VisitTestValley Visit Hampshire

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