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Bioblitz - Bat Detectives
A member of Hampshire Bat Group will be leading a walk to discover the bats inhabiting Itchen Valley Country Park. The evening starts with an informative talk about the nocturnal mammals, followed by a short walk with detectors to listen out for the different species flying around. Suitable for adults and children 6 + years.
The route may contain uneven ground. Please get in touch to discuss any access needs.
Please do not bring dogs.
£7.00
Bioblitz - Marvellous Moths
Join our moth experts to see what was caught in the trap overnight.
This event will require patience and the ability to listen to the experts talking. Not suitable for children under 6 years.
The moth traps are not as successful in wet weather so the event will be moved if the forecast is for rain on the night.
£7.00
Bioblitz - Wild Wild Wildflowers
Explore the wild flower meadows of Itchen Valley with a local botanist and ecologist. We will provide ID guides and hand lens, and share with you the first steps in becoming an expert yourself.
Contact us for any specific access needs.
Please do not bring dogs
£5.00
Decopatch Windchime Craft
A craft for accompanied children 5+ years in The Hide.
The craft will involve using glue and coloured paper to decorate a bird windchime.
£4.00
Summer Crafts- Beautiful Butterflies
Create butterflies and moths by printing symmetrical patterns to form wings.
We will be using paint and pipe cleaners.
For accompanied 5+ years
Bring an apron to protect children's clothing
£4.00
Summer Crafts- Cotton bag printing
A weekly craft workshop, inspired by nature. Be prepared to get messy!
Cotton Bag printing – using stamps and fabric paint to create your own design
Suitable for accompanied 5+ years
Bring an apron to protect your clothing
£4.00
Summer Crafts- Twig Creatures
Create your own creatures using clay and found twigs.
Suitable for accompanied 5 + years
Bring an apron to protect children's clothing
£4.00
Summer Sundowner
Gather your friends together for our first Summer Sundowner, bask in the suns rays with a drink and delicious food in hand.
Relax after your busy week to acoustic sounds from The One Eyed Man, great food from Grate Catering &Events HQ and all washed down with a drink from Vibrant Brewery.
The event will be held in the Market Place behind the Woodland Café and is outdoors, bring your own chairs or picnic blankets for in the Market Place. As the event is outdoors dress for the weather as the event will go ahead in most weathers!
We advise that this event is best suited to those over the age of 7 years old, sadly dogs are not permitted.
This is ticketed event so please bring your confirmation email ready to be checked upon entry, this can be shown on your mobile.
Parking charges apply we recommend downloading the RingGo app in advance.
£5.00
Wild Wednesdays
Explore the wild side of the park with assistance from a Countryside Officer
Wednesday 7 August - Meadow Minibeasts- using sweep nets discover what minibeasts inhabit the meadow
Wednesday 14 August - Woodland Minibeasts- learn to identify the minibeasts that live on the woodland floor
Wednesday 21 August - Meadow Minibeasts- repeat of 7 August
Wednesday 28 August - Leaf print bunting- leaf bashing on calico to create decorative bunting
£5.00
Bursledon to Hamble Linear Walk and Train Back
Join an 7km linear walk on the Hamble Peninsula, starting at Bursledon station and returning by train from Hamble station. We will stop off in Hamble for a refreshment break
We will meet at Bursledon station at 10.15 so that people can arrive by train and aim to get the 13:04 train back from Hamble
Sturdy footwear and clothing to protect from the weather is recommended. Bring water and any medication you might need
Please don't bring dogs
If the weather forecast is for high winds, thunderstorms or heavy rain the walk will be cancelled the day before by email
£0.00
Menopause Walk
Join a group of people at a similar stage of life to chat and exercise on a walk around Hamble Common.
Meet at Hamble Point car park
Come with sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the weather
Refreshments are provided at the end.
£0.00
Walk and Talk - IVCP
A friendly group who meet for a walk and talk in the park. The walk is up to 3 km in distance at a relaxed pace. It is mostly on surfaced tracks but sometimes includes walking up a slope and after rain the ground conditions can be slippery. Walking boots/wellies and sticks are recommended.
A parking permit is provided
£0.00
Walk and Talk - Lakeside
A guided walk to meet new people, chat and explore the Country Park. The walk is a distance of up to 2 km at a relaxed pace.
Parking is free
Refreshments are available for the cost of £1 for a hot drink and a biscuit. Cash only please
Waterproof footwear is recommended
Well behaved dogs on leads are permitted
£0.00
Walk and Talk Bursledon
Join a circular guided walk at a relaxed pace around Old Bursledon. This walk is 2.5km and is of moderate difficulty as it has slopes with uneven ground.
Some of the walk is along unsurfaced path and can be quite muddy in places. Walking boots/wellies are advisable.
As the focus of the walks is to spot wildlife, dogs are not permitted. (The walk at Lakeside is open to dogs on leads)
Refreshments are provided. There is limited seating next to the car park so feel free to bring a deck chair for your comfort.
Meeting place -Great Down Car Park off Long Lane, Bursledon
If the weather forecast is for heavy rain, high wind or thunderstorms the event will be cancelled by email
£0.00
Walk and Talk Hamble
Join a circular guided walk of 3km passing through Hamble common and along the coastal path. Ground conditions are uneven in places and the footpath can be very wet after rain and high tide. Walking boots/wellies are advisable.
We have refreshments in the Mercury Hub after the walk
As the focus of the walks is to spot wildlife, dogs are not permitted on the walks. (The walk at Lakeside is open to dogs on leads)
Meeting place- The Mercury Library and Hub on High Street in Hamble. Parking is available on Copse Lane.
If the weather forecast is for heavy rain, high wind or thunderstorms the event will be cancelled by email
£0.00
Walk and Talk Hound (Netley)
Join a circular 3km guided walk at a relaxed pace. Walking boots/wellies are advisable. Refreshments are provided.
Winter route: follows surfaced track into Royal Victoria Country Park
As the focus of the walks is to spot wildlife, dogs are not permitted on the walks. (The walk at Lakeside is open to dogs on leads)
Meeting place -Mount Pleasant Playing Field car park on Hamble Lane
If the weather forecast is for heavy rain, high wind or thunderstorms the event will be cancelled by email
£0.00
Walks for Beginners
Join a slow walk of up to 2km. The pace and distance will be adaptable according to the group's needs.
Meet at Mount Pleasant Playing Field car park on Hamble Lane.
The walk will be mostly on a hard surface but does include a slope.
Contact the leader to discuss any access needs in advance ivcp@eastleigh.gov.uk
Refreshments will be provided after the walk.
£0.00
Craft and Natter- Pyrography and Wet Felting
Crafts Pyrography (wood burning) and Wet Felting will be available to try in The Hide.
We will use pliers to change the tips on the wood burning tool. It will be hot so a leather glove will be available.
You may want to bring your own heatproof glove.
We use olive oil soap for felting. Felting is not suitable for anyone with a lanolin allergy.
Refreshments are provided
£7.00
Quilling workshop
The workshop led by Irene is a beginners guide to Quilling but will also suit improvers.
All materials and refreshments provided.
£7.00
Watercolour Wellbeing Workshop
The workshop will be a mixture of watercolour painting and yoga breathwork.
A Yoga mat is required. If you are unable to lie on the floor a chair can be used. Wear clothing suitable for movement.
Please write on the booking form if you have any injuries, or anything that may cause you discomfort, that the leader should be aware of e.g Neck & Shoulder Tension / Back Ache / Trouble Sleeping / Stress / Anxiety
If you are pregnant, have high or low blood pressure or have detached retina please make sure to talk to the leader before class.
Refreshments- coffee and a selection of teas will be available. There will be a 30 minute lunch break and a vegetarian buffet will be provided. Add any dietary conditions to the booking form.
Parking is included