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Welcome
the Southampton
2011
Our aim with The Southampton Guest Guide is to provide you with
a wealth of information, including the hidden secrets that will make your
stay truly memorable. Located on the beautiful south coast of England,
Southampton is a city of growing international renown. Regarded as the
cruise capital of Northern Europe, Southampton plays host to over 4 million
visitors a year and offers a vibrant, cultural experience for all who stay.
With over £800m of investment underway, the city boasts the
exciting mix of dynamic business developments, a diverse range
of cultural venues, events and outstanding historical features.
Superb retreats, retail therapy and medieval town walls all add
up to a unique environment just waiting to be enjoyed.
2012 is set to be a big year in Southampton with the opening of a new
Sea City Museum, the Titanic Centenary, 175 years of P&O and of course
The Olympic Games. We hope that you will join us again and experience
what Southampton has to offer.
Whether you are in the city for
an overnight stay, few days or a
weekend short break, we hope
that you emerge from your stay
enlightened and reinvigorated.
We look forward to welcoming
you again, very soon!
Welcome to the Southampton Guest Guide and a relaxing stay, whatever your itinerary.
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PAGE4 A Pilgrim’s Progress
6 Southampton’s Old Town
7 Tudor House & Garden
8 Old Town New Discoveries
9 What’s Coming to Southampton
10 Art & Theatre
12 Theatre & Dining
14 WestQuay Southampton
16 Bedford Place Boutique
18 Vintage Chic
19 John Lewis: All Under One Roof
20 Feast of Flavours
21 Grand Café: Affordable Luxury
22 The Ideal Collection
24 The Heart of the City
25 Interview with Shelley Jory-Leigh
26 Southampton the Cruise Capital
28 City of Sport: Hope for 2012
30 Suggested Itineraries
32 Great Days Out
34 Up and Coming Events
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Southampton has welcomed tourists for nearly
a thousand years, its popularity began as
a place of pilgrimage in the twelfth century
being on the route to Canterbury. After the
murder of Thomas Becket, (Archbishop of
Canterbury) in 1170, King Henry II travelled
from his lands in France and landed at Southampton, where
he had a castle. From there he journeyed onto Canterbury
to make his own pilgrimage as atonement for his role in
Becket’s death. Pilgrims wanting to follow the route the
king had taken started to flood into Southampton. Along
the route hospices sprung up to serve the needs of these
travellers. In Southampton the Maison Dieu or God’s House
was built by the wealthy merchant and
port reeve, Gervaise Le Riche, once a
large complex on Winkle Street there
are still almshouses and a chapel
dedicated to St Julien, the patron saint
of travellers. Henry’s castle survived till
the seventeenth century and the castle
mound can be seen at Castle Way, its
outer bailey wall still stands as does the
magnificent castle vault and the remains
of castle hall. For those truly wishing to
experience the act of pilgrimage, the first
leg of the route would have been a day’s
walk to Winchester, where you can still stop at the hospital of
St Cross and ask for wayfarer’s dole to fortify you for the rest
of your journey.
Royal Weddings always attract visitors and in 1554 the port
of Southampton was full of ships bringing a royal bridegroom
to marry the Queen of England. Philip of Spain, the most
eligible bachelor in Europe, landed on the 20th July. He took
mass in Holy Rood Church and was entertained in the town
for three days before travelling to Winchester Cathedral
to marry Mary Tudor. He exhorted his followers to take up
English customs and to illustrate what he meant drank a
cup of beer. It may have been an omen but it rained for the
full three days of the king’s visit. In St Michael’s church can
be found Philip of Spain’s chest. It was not left by the king
but was placed in the church some thirty four years later. In
1588 England and Spain were at war and a mighty armada
was launched against Mary’s sister, Queen Elizabeth I.
Southampton provided a ship called The Angel as part of the
defence fleet. The Spanish fleet was repelled off the Isle of
Wight and their tight formation was finally broken when Sir
Francis Drake sent in fire ships, ships that
had been set ablaze and floated into the
midst of the wooden Spanish ships whilst
they were at anchor. The Spanish had to
cut their anchors and flee. One of the fire
ships was The Angel. After the victory,
returning soldiers and sailors, many sick
and injured, were off loaded in ports around
the country and left to make their own way
home. Admiral Hawkins was so shocked
he set up a chest in Chatham to collect
alms for them and many churches around
the country did likewise. The boxes were
ironically called, Philip of Spain’s chests. Holy Rood church
was bombed during World War II and now remains as a
memorial to the merchant navy, St Michael’s is the only one
of Southampton’s original medieval churches still being used
as church and can be visited most days.
Ghost WalksIf you want to meet some of
Southampton’s more gruesome
residents, why not join the Sarah
Siddons Fan Club theatre company
on their infamous ghost walks at
Halloween and Christmas?
October 31st and November 1st
at 7pm and 9pm, departing from
Holy Rood Church, High Street,
Southampton ‘Harry Houdini’s
Horrible Halloween’.
On October 31st 1911 Harry Houdini
unveiled his famous water torture
act in Southampton, a hundred years
later he is back to see how the town
has changed and uncover stories of
torture and watery deaths!
Tickets £5 from Southampton Visitor
Centre call 023 8033 3333
The Christmas Ghost Walks also
depart from Holy Rood Church
at 7.30pm on the 12th, 14th and
16th December ‘From the horses
mouth’ takes an unexpected look at
Southampton’s dark underbelly!!
Southampton Guest Guide: History
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Southampton’s links to maritime history are
world famous and continue to fascinate
tourists and residents alike. One of the best
ways to explore on foot is by following the
newly named QE2 Mile. This pedestrian route
runs through the heart of both the historic
and contemporary city centre. Linking the Cultural Quarter,
three parks and three shopping centres, the route runs
from the area around the Cenotaph, known as Above Bar,
through to the Old Town area, known as Below Bar.
Continuing further on brings you to Southampton’s
waterfront and docks.
Highlights en route include outstanding historical features,
such as the Titanic memorial in East Park, a magnificent
granite memorial dedicated to the heroic engineering staff,
and Southampton’s remarkable Bargate, part of the original
city wall which date back to 1260 AD.
The QE2 Mile was officially named in 2009, following
consultation with local residents and businesses.
Southampton was home to the famous RMS Queen
Elizabeth II between 1967 and 2008. Residents voted
overwhelmingly to celebrate the 40 year relationship with the
QE2 and saluted the cruise liner by naming the mile after her.
Eleven pairs of plaques have been laid from the Bargate
down to the waterside, marking key events in the city’s
history. The plaques
represent everything
from the early Roman
settlement in the city,
to the opening of
the National
Oceanography Centre.
Walk the Walk... The QE2 Mile is one of a number of distinctive walks you
may take through Southampton. Four of Southampton’s
walking Heritage Trails begin from the QE2 Mile:
The Jane Austen Trail •
The Titanic Trail •
The Parks Trail •
The Old Town Walk – •
new for Summer 2011
For further information,
visit Southampton’s Tourist
Information Centre on Civic
Centre Road.
Anchored in Southampton’s Old TownThe world renowned shipping company Cunard Line donated
the QE2 anchor to Southampton, which is newly placed
alongside the refurbished Holy Rood Church, along the QE2
Mile. The sheer size of the anchor is impressive, requiring
extensive ground work prior to placement.
Holyrood Church itself has a fascinating past. Rebuilt in
1320, having previously been located in the city centre,
it became a target for German bombers during the Second
World War and in 1940 was left in ruins. The church was
restored in 1957 and dedicated as a memorial to
Merchant Navy seafarers, with the church scheduled
as an ancient monument.
Since 2004 considerable refurbishment work has been
undertaken, with funding made available by the Heritage
Lottery Fund and the Merchant Navy Association. Holyrood
now stands strong, with glorious photographic displays and
superb lighting ensuring that it remains a central feature of
the city by day or night.
Southampton will be opening the doors to
the spectacular Tudor House and Garden
once again this summer and is an attraction
not to be missed during your stay.
Tudor House is arguably Southampton’s
most important historic building,
encompassing over 800 years of history on one site.
The impressive timber framed house facing St Michael’s
Square was built at the end of the 15th century.
In 1911, the corporation purchased the house and gardens,
renovating them and opening them to the public in 1912, as
the first municipal museum in Southampton. Now almost 100
years later, Tudor House and Garden is set to open again
to visitors.
Both the house and Westgate Hall, formerly known as
Tudor Merchants Hall, have been renovated thanks
to a £3.5million grant from the Heritage Lottery
Fund and a further £1.8million from the Council.
Discover interactive displays and exhibits revealing the
finer details of the past and the lives of the those whose
who lived and worked in Tudor House. A vivid sound and
light show in the Banqueting Hall will introduce you to
the house and to some of the characters such as John
Dawtrey, who built Tudor House and William Spranger,
who saved it from demolition at the end of the 19th
century as well as Tudor Lord Chief Justice, Sir Richard
Lyster and Victorian milliner, Eliza Simmons each with
their personal insight to the period in which they lived.
Display panels with striking visual graphics and illustrations
by artist Andy Gammon, show how the house might
have looked during the different periods. Each room
within Tudor House is set in a different historical context,
allowing the story of the house to develop as you walk
through the building. Each room displays objects from
various collections both on cases and on open display
with some carefully selected objects available to handle.
After a tour of the house, enjoy a cream tea in the cafe whilst
looking over the garden which has been carefully renewed
and replanted, with guidance from the original designer,
Dr Sylvia Landsberg.
The cafe, garden and
function room may be
booked for weddings
and business events.
Southampton Guest Guide: History
For further information on
Holyrood Church contact
Southampton’s Tourist
Information Centre
on 023 8083 3333
or online at
www.visit-southampton.co.uk
Further details on
Tudor House and Garden
are available at
www.tudorhouseandgarden.
com
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If you wish to combine your historical visit with historical
places to eat or drink, there are two pubs vying for the
title of the oldest in the city. The Red Lion on the High
Street has the longest history as a
pub dating back to the 12th century
but the Duke of Wellington on Bugle
Street, although built in the 13th century,
has vaults and a cellar dating back to
the 12th century. Both are worth a visit,
where you may sit by the log fire and
imagine visitors gone by doing the same.
At the southern end of the High Street,
Town Quay has a range of eateries in
historic buildings overlooking the water.
Kuti’s Thai restaurant is now in what
was once the gatehouse to the Royal
Pier. The Old Town is also home to the recently refurbished
Dolphin Hotel, a famous coaching inn since the 17th century.
During Southampton’s Spa-town period of 1750 - 1820, it
became a fashionable centre for those who came to take the
waters. With many famous guests including Queen Victoria,
Lord Admiral Nelson and Jane Austen. Miss Austen lived in
Southampton between 1806-1809 and
during this time the winter assemblies
were being held at the Dolphin Hotel. It
was at one of these functions that Jane
Austen scornfully commented that she
regretted, “That so many young women
were without partners, and each of them
with two ugly naked shoulders.”
The hotel also claims to have been
visited by Shakespeare and company,
who are said to have performed in
the courtyard.
There are a variety of speciality and
independent shops around the Bargate extending down East
Street and the High Street into the Old Town. Stay a little
longer and enjoy a different side of Southampton.
Southampton Guest Guide: History
As well as being steeped in history Southampton’s Old Town has a rich choice of cafés restaurants and bistros, particularly around Holyrood Place and along East Street.
Old Town neW discoveries
Watermark WestQuaySouthampton has exciting plans for a fantastic new shopping
and visitor experience called Watermark WestQuay. The plan
is to create new public plaza on the old Pirelli site with the
impressive historic walls forming a spectacular backdrop for a
new restaurant quarter and high quality shopping experience.
The proposals feature a luxury multiplex cinema, a range of
new cafes and restaurants, public open
space and pocket park, a new retail
offer for the city, a hotel with up to 150
bedrooms and a landmark residential
building, including approximately
200 apartments. Initial plans for the
development have been agreed and it is
hoped that the development will get the
go ahead soon.
Cultural QuarterSouthampton’s Cultural Quarter is becoming an area alive
with arts, heritage, entertainment, events, music, colour and
dramatic architecture. Located at the top of the QE2 Mile, the
Cultural Quarter is wrapped around by the Victorian Grade II
listed parks and has the new Guildhall Square at its heart, the
setting for an array of major open air events.
The Cultural Quarter contains the
Mayflower Theatre, one of the most
successful theatres outside London,
Southampton’s Guildhall which is one
of the South’s largest multi-purpose
entertainment venues hosts some of the
biggest names in music and comedy.
The City Art Gallery has a collection of over
3800 works which are officially recognised
for their national importance.
In April 2012 the Sea City visitor
attraction will open. This multimillion
pound conversion of the Grade II former
Magistrates’ Court building includes a stunning contemporary
pavilion which will hold two permanent exhibitions telling
Southampton’s 2000 year history as a gateway to the world
and Southampton’s Titanic Story and the hidden history
of RMS Titanic’s crew. The new pavilion will attract touring
arts and heritage exhibitions and the first exhibition will also
commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Titanic disaster.
In 2012 work is set to start on Southampton’s New Arts
Complex, set to launch in 2015. This will enliven the Guildhall
Square and will bring a new contemporary art gallery,
community video and film production and performing
arts centre with two new auditoria and café bar. It will
also provide space on the ground floor for up to six new
restaurants, cafés and bars to spill out onto Guildhall Square.
For further information on
Southampton’s Tourist
Information Centre
on 023 8083 3333
or online at
www.visit-southampton.co.uk
Southampton Guest Guide: Future
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The Nuffield is
Southampton’s only
professional producing
theatre, based
on the University
Campus in Highfield.
The Nuffield’s work
takes place not just on stage, in the
street, in schools, but in the head and
in the heart, and is characterised by
variety, inventiveness, imagination and
skill. The company produces, tours,
collaborates, commissions, presents
visiting companies, and plays a leading
role in Southampton’s cultural life.
In 1964, with support from the
Nuffield Foundation, the University
of Southampton built a theatre
on its campus for the people of
Southampton. Nearly twenty years
later on 1 November 1982, The Nuffield
became an independent producing
theatre funded by the Arts Council
England, Southampton City Council,
the University of Southampton and
Hampshire County Council. Over the
next 25 years, The Nuffield came to
be recognised as a major
force in British theatre.
Today The Nuffield creates award
winning productions which frequently
tour internationally. The Company’s
focus as a centre of creativity in
Southampton remains its highest
priority, and alongside its own
productions, The Nuffield Theatre
presents the best national and
international touring companies,
as well as offering opportunities for
adults and children to participate
in theatre activities that enrich,
educate and simply entertain.
A varied programme of events offers
something for everyone, and the
autumn 2011 season is no exception.
As well as a busy season of top
quality theatre in the main house
and studio (see listings), The Nuffield
Theatre offer Saturday morning
children’s theatre and regular stand-
up comedy gigs starring some of
the best comedians on the circuit,
including Tom Stade, Craig Campbell,
Andy Parsons and Miles Jupp.
The Cafe Bar at the Nuffield Theatre
provides a wonderful setting for a
pre-show drink or dinner. Please
pre-book your table to avoid
disappointment, by calling the
Box Office on 023 8067 1771.
At the John Hansard
Gallery you can
explore world-class
contemporary art,
just fifteen minutes
from Southampton
city centre. Based on the University
of Southampton’s picturesque Highfield
campus for over thirty years, the Gallery
is free and presents five different
exhibitions each year, featuring today’s
most innovative artists.
The best contemporary art allows you
to see, experience and think about the
world differently. The John Hansard
Gallery celebrate
this by showcasing
a rich variety of
work, from new
talent to major
international
figures, and from
painting and
sculpture to film,
photography,
installations and
digital media.
Forthcoming exhibitions in 2011 include
Turner Prize-nominated artists Jane
and Louise Wilson, whose haunting,
large-scale photographs of the
Chernobyl disaster, twenty five years
on, open in July. And in the autumn the
Gallery welcomes a host of emerging
artists from Europe in the exhibition
‘Manufacture’, exploring the idea of
production in 21st century art.
Throughout the year you can also take
part in a range of events and activities,
including artist talks, and workshops
for children, young people and families,
and a programme of seminars and
conferences.
The John Hansard Gallery also leads
a range of community
initiatives and off-site
projects across
the city.
At the Gallery
you’ll find a friendly
welcome, free tea
and coffee, plus all
the latest art books,
magazines and gifts
in the shop. Admission
is free, and the Gallery
is open Tuesday to Friday, 11am - 5pm
and Saturday 11am-4pm.
The Gallery is situated on the west side
of the University Campus, just a few
minutes walk from the Nuffield Theatre
and Turner Sims Concert Hall. Getting
there is simple by public transport. From
Southampton City Centre catch the
Uni-link U1 bus to Highfield
Interchange. The journey takes just
twenty minutes, with up to six buses
leaving each hour.
The best contemporary art allows you to see, experience and think about the world differently.
Venue details:
John Hansard Gallery
University of Southampton
Highfield, SO17 1BJ
Telephone: 023 8059 2158
info@hansardgallery.org.uk
www.handsardgallery.org.uk
AuTumN 2011 THeATRe SeASON
14 – 17 Sept Othello – The Nuffield Theatre Company and Yellowtale Theatre
20 – 22 Sept macbeth – Platform 4
23 – 24 Sept Those Magnificent Men – New Perspectives Theatre Company
26 Sept Sid Lester’s Big Night In – Written and performed by Sue macLaine
27 Sept– 1 Oct Bang Bang Bang – Out of Joint
4 – 8 Oct Speechless Shared experience
11 – 15 Oct Dick Turpin’s Last Ride A Theatre Royal Bury St edmunds Production
17 – 19 Oct external – GeTINTHeBACKOFTHeVAN
20 – 29 Oct Scrapyard – A New Play by maggie Nevill The Nuffield Theatre Company
24 Oct 451 Apples and Snakes’ bi-monthly poetry night
1 - 2 Nov The Death Song – You Need me
3 – 5 Nov Gandini Juggling: motet, in collaboration with Circo Aereo
8 – 10 Nov memoirs of a Biscuit Tin – maison Foo
11 – 12 Nov A Clockwork Orange Volcano Theatre Company
14 – 16 Nov World of Wrong – The Two Wrongies
17 – 19 Nov Pedestrian – Theatre Bristol
21 – 23 Nov Zanzibar Cats Poems by Heathcote Williams performed by Roy Hutchins
12 Dec 451 Apples and Snakes’ bi-monthly poetry night
24 Nov – 7 Jan The Nuffield’s Christmas Show
Southampton Guest Guide: Cultural Tourist Venue details:
The Nuffield Theatre
University of Southampton
Highfield, SO17 1BJ
Telephone: 023 8067 1771
www.nuffieldtheatre.co.uk
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Theatre dininG
The Mayflower Theatre is the most prominent
theatre along the South coast, bringing the
West End experience to Southampton. The
theatre has a long standing history of hosting
major West End plays and spectacular touring
musicals. Ballet, opera and comedy all find a
home on the boards and with the recent investment of £1.6
million, guaranteeing access to large stage structures, the
physical presence of the touring companies is enormous.
West End productions brought to Southampton
include Les Misérables, Miss Saigon and Phantom
of the Opera. Audiences enjoy the space of the
auditorium and facilities, which may sometimes be
lacking in the smaller London venues. However, the
theatre is designed to create a cosseted atmosphere,
ensuring a feeling of comfort during your stay.
Ovation is the aptly named restaurant on site, featuring
mouth watering menus which are heavily influenced by the
best seasonal and fresh produce. The first class service
rounds off your meal, leaving you ready to enjoy a show
or return home, having enjoyed a wonderful evening.
Originally an Art Deco styled theatre, opening in 1928 as
the Southampton Empire, the theatre changed its name to
the Gaumont in 1950, finally becoming The Mayflower in
1987. The Mayflower stage has been graced over the years
by the great stars of the 1930’s, including Laurel and Hardy,
Gracie Fields and glorious ballet dancer Anna Pavlova.
Famous musical acts in recent years include hit makers of
pop The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Queen and Elton John.
The forthcoming season will see The Mayflower
play host to world class entertainment for all.
The No.1 Greatest Musical, Grease, is back from 5th July
for just two weeks only! Danny Bayne (winner of ITV’s
Grease Is The Word, Hairspray) returns as Danny with Carina
Gillespie (Grease, Buddy) as Sandy and Ice Champion Robin
Cousins guest stars as Teen Angel. Dust off your leather
jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and get ready for the
most fun-filled, high octane Rock’n’Roll party of the year.
Shaun the Sheep makes his stage debut in Shaun’s Big
Show from 10 – 13 August. Join Shaun and his friends in
their very own live show. All your favourite characters from
the hit BBC show will be here including Bitzer, Shirley,
Timmy and the rest of the flock in this magical, fully
choreographed music and dance extravaganza. Featuring
pigs in tutus, and a flock of unruly sheep, introduce this
ideal show to your little ones. Adults will enjoy the fun too.
SLASK The Polish Song and Dance Ensemble
introduce their popular show from 29 – 31 August.
Slask has been described as one of the grandest
and most dazzling spectacles in the world.
Finally, as the last hurrah before the kids go back to school,
we bring the world’s
first Scratch and Sniff
musical, Mr. Stink, to
the stage between
1 – 3 September.
With productions such
as Sister Act, Dirty
Dancing and Oliver!
arriving in 2012, why not
take note of the best in
live entertainment.
What do you say...“This was my 4th trip to the restaurant, We booked for a
pre theatre meal and it was lovely. The service is fast so
there are no anxieties about missing the show. The atmothere are no anxieties about missing the show. The atmothere are no anxieties about missing the show. The atmo-
sphere is friendly and the food is delicious with a large sphere is friendly and the food is delicious with a large
choice on the menu.” reviewed on 8th June 2011.
What do you say...“Have dined at Caffexpresso a couple of times and
had an excellent experience on both occasions. The had an excellent experience on both occasions. The had an excellent experience on both occasions. The
food is superb and the service first class. Definitely food is superb and the service first class. Definitely
recommend a visit.” reviewed on 10th May 2011.
Welcome to
Caffexpresso is a modern continental bar & bistro in
the heart of Southampton, a great setting in which
to relax and unwind.
Only a two minute walk from The Mayflower
Theatre and Southampton Central Train Station,
Caffexpresso is perfect for pre theatre dining.
The menu includes fresh seasonal dishes, all day
breakfasts, gorgeous homemade cakes and of
course, high quality coffee. Complimentary nibbles
are served with drinks after 5pm and the bistro is
fully licensed.
Day out? start with a good breakfast: company do,
stag do, day out from Southampton Central station.
Caffexpresso is a great meeting point!
Open Monday to Friday from 6am, Saturday from
7am, closed Sunday.
Contact: 023 8023 8181 Address: Frobisher House Nelson Gate,
Southampton, SO15 1GX
To browse through the menus and testimonials, visit www.cafexpresso.co.uk
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Buon Gusto promises you truly authentic Italian
cuisine in contemporary, elegant surroundings, right
in the heart of Southampton. The restaurant has
been delighting diners for over 20 years.
Your culinary journey will take you through
beautifully crafted menus, all of which are available
to view online. The emphasis is on fresh, locally
sourced produce, ensuring that you only taste the
catch of the day.
Buon Gusto is known for hosting special occasions
and beautifully situated and chic private rooms are
available for hire. Bookings are taken online and by
phone. Located opposite The Mayflower Theatre and
near to WestQuay Shopping Centre.
The restaurant is open Monday to Saturday, 12pm
until 11.30pm and on Sundays, 2pm until 10pm.
Contact: 023 8033 1543 Address: I Commercial Road, Southampton, SO15 1GF
To review customer testimonials, photos and menus visit www.buongusto-southampton.co.uk
Buon GustoRestorante I tal iano
Venue details:
The Mayflower Theatre
Commercial Road
Ticket information:
023 8071 1811
www.mayflower.org.uk
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Serious Shopping WestQuay is the ultimate destination for stylish shoppers
heading for a day out in Southampton. If you’re struggling to
choose from the array of fashion on offer, pay a visit to John
Lewis, Next or GAP, where the stores’ personal shoppers
are ready to provide that extra special personal service,
helping you put together the perfect outfit. Beauty advisors at
John Lewis and The Body Shop are also on hand to provide
individual advice on skincare and cosmetics for that final
finishing touch.
Big name Brands Boasting the biggest line up of top brands in the region,
WestQuay brings together fashion, beauty, homeware and
much more all under one roof. Anchor stores John Lewis
and Marks & Spencer are joined by leading fashion retailers
such as French Connection, Coast, Karen Millen, Zara and
River Island, making WestQuay a must-visit destination for
all fashion fans. Adding to the line up are other iconic brands
including Apple, Pandora, Swatch, Hollister and GAP.
Tasty Treats After all that retail therapy, WestQuay’s Food Terrace if the
perfect place to relax and re-energise. Choose from Nando’s,
the home of the famous Portuguese Peri-Peri chicken, Café
Giardino, YO! Sushi, and a host of other delicious food
retailers. Those in search of a lighter bite or a simple cup
of coffee can pay a visit to a number of cosy cafés located
around the centre, including Costa Coffee, Prêt A Manger and
the popular John Lewis Café.
exciting events Providing the perfect backdrop to your shopping trip,
WestQuay’s exciting calendar of events throughout the year
are guaranteed to provide you with a great day out. Helping
to keep the kids happy during the holidays will be WestQuay’s
summer event, with a host of great entertainment for young
shoppers – and the young at heart! – in early August.
The very latest trends for autumn and winter will be
showcased live on stage at WestQuay’s autumn style event
later in the year, a must-visit for any stylish shopper taking
place on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th October. Fashion fans
will be treated to live catwalk shows and bespoke workshops
where you’ll be given up-to-the-minute colour, style and
beauty advice – all for free!
As the year draws to an end, WestQuay will be filled with
festive fun to help really get you in the Christmas spirit!
The dazzling display of Christmas lights will be officially
switched on as part of an afternoon of family entertainment
on Thursday 17th November, with the seasonal treats
continuing from 17th until
24th December. Young
shoppers should keep
an eye out for Father
Christmas himself! And
of course, WestQuay is
packed with perfect gift
ideas to suit every style,
taste and budget.
WestQuay, located in the heart of Southampton city centre, boasts over 90 stores spread over three shopping levels. With a host of big name brands, action-packed events, fantastic fashion and more, it’s easy to see why WestQuay has become the south coast’s premier shopping destination.
For further information
about WestQuay, its retailers,
events and much, much
more please visit
www.west-quay.co.uk
or find us on
Facebook and Twitter.
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Southampton Guest Guide: Shop to your heart’s content
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48 Bedford Place Southampton SO15 2DG1a High Street Botley Hampshire SO30 2EA
www.scarpini.co.uk
Rupert Sanderson � Pedro García
Juicy Couture � See by Chloé � Holster
French Sole � Bettye Muller � Sam Edelman
Lola Cruz � CocoRose � Bourne
Pretty Ballerinas
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A beautiful selection of womens wear from A beautiful selection of womens wear from French Brand Devernois. Cleverly created to. Cleverly created toco-ordinate outfits for all occasions.co-ordinate outfits for all occasions.www.devernois.fr 47 Bedford Place, Southampton,47 Bedford Place, Southampton,SO15 2DG. Tel: 023 8023 7501SO15 2DG. Tel: 023 8023 750110am till 5pm. 10am till 5pm. Mon to Sat.
Scarpini specialises in designer shoes, boots, exclusive jewellery and luxurious accessories. As well as stores in Botley & Bedford Place, Scarpini also caters for the internet shopper where customers may browse and order shoes online.may browse and order shoes online.www.scarpini.co.uk48 Bedford Place Tel: 023 8022 5466
The Lounge is a unique Craft Cafeis a unique Craft Cafeis a unique Craft Cafe Bar offering home-made food andoffering home-made food andoffering home-made food andcreative sewing workshops.workshops.www.loungecafe.co.ukwww.loungecafe.co.uk31 Bedford PlaceTel: 023 8023 6616
Southampton Guest Guide: Shop to your heart’s content
Bedford Place offers a fascinating selection of small independent shops and stylish boutiques. This part of the city is also filled with bars and bistros all within easy reach of the city centre and parks.
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Cloud WineCloud WineCloud Wine is an
independent old independent old independent old
fashioned wine, fashioned wine, fashioned wine,
spirit and beer spirit and beer spirit and beer
shop. Interesting shop. Interesting shop. Interesting
and unusual!and unusual!and unusual!
45 Bedford Place,45 Bedford Place,45 Bedford Place,
Tel: 023 8022 8015Tel: 023 8022 8015Tel: 023 8022 8015
Naturally Healthy Naturally Healthy - The Independent Health Store. Organic Independent Health Store. Organic Health Foods and Drinks, Shampoo, Health Foods and Drinks, Shampoo, Body Lotion and Gifts Including: Body Lotion and Gifts Including: Solgar, Quest, Vogel, Higher Solgar, Quest, Vogel, Higher Nature, Bach Nature Remed, Bach Nature Remed, Australian Bush Flowers, New Nordic Australian Bush Flowers, New Nordic and more.30b Bedford Place30b Bedford PlaceTel: 023 8033 0585Tel: 023 8033 0585
Arcana is one of Southampton’s most established salons. With stylishly modern decor and a relaxing ambiance, Arcana offers the ultimate hair and beauty experience.www.arcanauk.com46 Bedford Place Tel: 023 8063 1292
W. J. French & SonW. J. French & SonW. J. French & Son is an is an is an independent family run business independent family run business independent family run business independent family run business independent family run business independent family run business specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high specialising in the fitting of high quality branded shoes for all the quality branded shoes for all the quality branded shoes for all the quality branded shoes for all the quality branded shoes for all the family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in family, trusted and trading in Southampton since 1803.Southampton since 1803.Southampton since 1803.www.wjfrenchandson.co.ukwww.wjfrenchandson.co.ukwww.wjfrenchandson.co.uk40 Bedford Place 40 Bedford Place 40 Bedford Place Tel: 023 8022 6542 Tel: 023 8022 6542 Tel: 023 8022 6542 Tel: 023 8022 6542
At Hepwright’s Hepwright’s Hepwright’s Hepwright’s you will find wonderful hand picked vintage wonderful hand picked vintage wonderful hand picked vintage wonderful hand picked vintage clothes, accessories, homewares, clothes, accessories, homewares, clothes, accessories, homewares, clothes, accessories, homewares, textiles and collectibles.textiles and collectibles.textiles and collectibles.textiles and collectibles.www.hepwrights.comwww.hepwrights.comwww.hepwrights.comwww.hepwrights.com34 Bedford Place,34 Bedford Place,34 Bedford Place,34 Bedford Place,Tel: 07733 766 746Tel: 07733 766 746Tel: 07733 766 746Tel: 07733 766 746
With four floors of the best
fashion, home and technology,
and over 350,000 possible
purchases, why not take up
the free services and individual
consultations on offer to make
your visit even more enjoyable.
The celebrated fashion
and beauty floor is newly
refurbished. Located on the
Upper Ground floor, you’ll be
amazed by the top brands that
are exclusive to John Lewis
in the area. Fashions include
Lauren by Ralph Lauren, Reiss
and Rene Derhy with Mango,
Ghost, Hugo Boss Black and
Bastyan joining us in autumn
2011. Truly a paradise for
fashion aficionados and with
fashion advice from experts
who know our collections
inside out, they’ll ensure you
always find the clothes you love
at a price that’s right for you.
Many women in the UK
reportedly wear the wrong
size bra, but our lingerie fitting
service is here to help. They’re
able to measure your bust size
accurately and help you choose
the right bra to enhance your
shape and ensure your comfort.
Luxury beauty ranges include
Crème de la Mer, Aveda,
Laura Mercier, Rituals, Bobbi
Brown and Liz Earle. Take
advantage of the excellent
cosmetics customer service,
which enables you to try
all products before you
commit to your purchase. For
those who prefer dedicated
pampering, a visit to the
Elemis and Decleor treatment
rooms is a must. Visit the
top floor to find a haven of
tranquillity and an abundance
of aromas in the Clarins Spa.
The nursery advice service
will not only help your young
ones get off to the best start
in life but also help make your
pregnancy and first years of
parenting more comfortable.
Timeless furniture, adorable
clothing and nursery necessities
are all available here.
The bespoke, in-store Home
Design Service ensures that
you’ll receive the very best
advice from the moment your
appointment starts and is
tailored to your individual
needs. The expert advisors
have the product knowledge
and practical experience to
inspire you in turning your home
interior dreams into a reality.
Located on the top floor, you’ll
find the Place to Eat, serving
sumptuous goodies, including
freshly baked pastries and
omelettes cooked to order. Sit
with your choice of coffee, tea
or even a glass of wine and
watch the cruise liners sailing
in and out of Southampton
water. The stunning views
from your seat are an added
bonus to your meal.
Our free ‘Click and Collect’ is
also very popular. Simply place
your order online at johnlewis.
com by 7pm, and we’ll deliver
it to your chosen shop for you
to collect after 2pm the next
day. This service is available
from all John Lewis shops,
and in an increasing number
of Waitrose branches.
‘Never Knowingly Undersold’,
is our lifelong commitment
to providing customers with
the best value through great
products, at great prices,
supported by great service.
We have always matched
prices on a like for like basis
including comparable terms
and conditions. In September
last year we deepened our
price-match promise to our
customers by extending it to
including online competitors
who also have a high street
presence, so do ask in-store
if you have any questions.
Reserve your appointment
for any of these services at
John Lewis, WestQuay,
by contacting 023 8021 6400
or see a member of staff
in store.John Lewis Southampton, situated at the heart of WestQuay, is designed to leave you feeling delighted with your retail experience.
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There was a time when vintage
shops had a reputation for
being jam-packed, untidy
and even a bit smelly.
But all that has changed and
vintage expert Catherine Wright
of Hepwright’s in Bedford Place,
Southampton says that shops like
hers are the new face of vintage.
“I hope visitors find my shop is
as bright and welcoming as a
designer boutique. We don’t pack
the rails so it is easy to browse.
Stock changes all the time and
we try to offer as much for the
mainstream fashion shopper as
well as the vintage collector. We
sell clothes and accessories that
real women can wear every day.”
All the clothes and accessories at
Hepwright’s are bought locally by
Catherine and she can often tell you
the story of who used to own them.
“I always say I’m running an
adoption agency for clothes. The
previous owners entrust their
beautiful garments to me – and
they tell me they are pleased
they are going to be bought by
someone who will love them
just as much they did.”
Vintage clothing has moved
into the mainstream and is
no longer the preserve of the
young and trendy or flamboyant
individuals who like to dress-up.
“If you want something a little
bit different, vintage shops are
the ideal place to go. Not only
are the clothes more individual,
but the shops are independently
run by people with a passion for
fashion. We’ve got everything
from 1910 cotton tea dresses,
1950s party frocks, beaded
gowns from the 1980’s and
everything in between. I love it
when we can help style customers
for big events like Goodwood
Revival or a Christmas Ball.”
But you don’t have to dress top
to toe in vintage fashion to get
the look. A pretty silk scarf or
a brooch added to your high
street outfit can transform it
into you own unique look.
Hepwright’s has always
specialised in clothes for women,
but Catherine is launching a
men’s collection in Autumn 2011
including jackets, bags and suits.
“There is such a demand for good
quality clothing from the chaps. We
can’t leave them out any longer!”
Once you find Hepwright’s, it’s
only a short walk to another
Southampton vintage shop
The Beatnik Emporium. Right
opposite the Cenotaph in Watts
Park, you can’t miss its colourful
hand painted sign and windows
full of vintage curiosities.
Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to
5pm. Occasional late nights during
the week & Sunday afternoons
- see the website for details.
Private appointments. Hire options
available. Alterations service.
Vintage dressing up parties.
Styling service. Gift vouchers.
Southampton Guest Guide: Shop to your heart’s content
1970s Spotty Coat Dress £24
1980s Metal Flower Brooch £12
1980s Suede Trousers £65
1940s Green Blouse £18
1980s Apricot Day Dress £381980s Apricot Day Dress £381980s Apricot Day Dress £38
1980s Gold Hoop Earrings £18
1950s Pink Party Dress £120
1960s Lizard Handbag £55
Looking for something different? Take a walk on Southampton’s alternative side
1970s French Knickers £14
HEPWRIGHT’S
34 Bedford Place,
Southampton. SO15 2DG.
Tel: 07733 766 746
www.hepwrights.com
Open Tuesday to Saturday
10am to 5pm. Other times
by appointment.
1970s Stripe Sunglasses £25
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Today, former Wedgewood
Ballroom is home to a
quirky and wonderfully
unique Bar, Bistro
and Restaurant.
Just a moment from
Oxford Street, and centrally located to
the City’s Docks and Shopping Centres,
Grand Café is the perfect place to
enjoy light lunches, afternoon tea and
early dinners in a informal bistro. The
Grand Café Restaurant is bursting with
an eclectic mix of classic British styles
and elaborate flamboyance offering an
exciting dining area.
There is much history
attached to the site
itself and of those
who visited it in the
past. Delicious Dining
Group who own
eight of Hampshire’s
finest restaurants
and bars including
The Grand Café
have taken great care ensuring
that the conversion reflects the
architectural status it holds and that
the local distinctiveness remains.
The building began life as the South
Western Hotel, designed by John
Norton, opening its doors in 1872. The
hotel served many passengers using the
London & South Western Railway. The
long frontages along Canute Road and
Terminus Terrace were heavily influenced
by the French Renaissance, and laid
on with a heavy hand. The windows
are elaborately framed, fronted with
balconies and ornate ironwork. The roofs
have slated double pitches, mansard
fashion with attic dormer windows. The
complicated roofline was a characteristic
of the designer John Norton’s style.
The grandeur reflected the wealth of the
shipping industry at that time and public
areas were particularly beautiful, with
a great deal of marble and elaborate
ironwork on the passenger lift shafts
and the staircases. In fact the main
staircase was the prototype for the
grand staircase on the Titanic. The mural
by A Scott-Moncrieff on
canvas in the Summer
Dining Room, of the
Pilgrim Fathers setting
sail to the new world
can still be seen.
The exterior is still linked
by a fine canopy of steel
to the original station
terminus building. Large
additions were made
in the 20th century as the liner trade
reached its zenith. Serving as the main
accommodation for travellers due to
embark on a cruise, the extravagant
architecture encapsulated the wealth
and prestige of the port at that time.
The Restaurant itself was originally
the Wedgwood Ballroom, with a
traditional blue and white colour
scheme which may still be seen in
the plasterwork. Only a few of these
examples remain today within the
United Kingdom, mostly in London.
Two very notable guests include
Sir Winston Churchill and American
President Dwight Eisenhower. During the
Second World War these prominent men
planned the D-Day invasion, in privacy
on the first floor. Photographic evidence
shows that the Queen Elizabeth, the
Queen Mother also visited the Hotel and
danced in the Wedgwood Ballroom.
The Grand Café offers a relaxed
atmosphere where you can enjoy
superbly cooked and presented
natural food; specially hung beef
and lamb from local farms, fish
straight from local suppliers and
fresh vegetables sourced daily.
Venue details:
Grand Café
South Western House
SO14 3AS
Telephone: 023 8033 9303
www.grand-cafe.co.uk
Southampton Guest Guide: Fork and Cork
Southampton offers a gastronomic experience
with influences from the diverse local
population, location and the availability
of fresh, locally grown produce.
Across the many restaurants,
bistros, pubs and cafes you will find
excellent food and drink always on the menu.
The heady mix of fresh, local and exotic produce with
new food tastes
all come together
in Southampton
in a celebration of
dishes and wines
and whatever your
personal taste, you’ll
be sure to find what
you are looking for.
Turtle Bay,
newly launched
and located in
Guildhall Square, brings the secrets of Caribbean food
to the city. The menu celebrates the traditional cuisine
found across the islands, including the marinades,
fresh fish and obviously an extensive cocktail menu!
Special events at Turtle Bay include Limbo dancing and
steel band music; truly enhancing all your senses.
For those who prefer a meditereanean feel to dining, a
visit to the Spanish La Esquina in Oxford Street is a must.
An impressive menu includes not only vegetarian and
gluten free options but also allows you to travel through
the many regions of Spain, at a leisurely pace. Italian food
reigns supreme at Buon Gusto, a truly authentic restaurant
where the food is presented in a stylish fashion, to fit with
the surroundings. Cafexpresso close the The Mayflower
Theatre is a modern continental bar and bistro with a
mouth-watering menu. With two Bella Italia restaurants in
the city, delicious pizza and pasta dishes are easy to find.
The Fat Fig in Bedford Place is a surprising find in the heart
of the city, with an
extensive Greek menu
that stays true to the
culture of beautifully
fresh food, transporting
you straight to one
of the islands.
With such a huge
influence coming from
the Polish community,
a number of Polish
restaurants have
gained national recognition for their quality and presentation.
Top of the list is undoubtedly Stacja PL, located in Onslow
Road. Off the beaten track for many, but well worth a visit,
with an incredible insight into the delicacies of Polish cuisine.
Undoubtedly the grandest experience in Thai food will be
found at Kuti’s Royal Thai Pier, on the Royal Pier at Town
Quay. Watch the sunset over the water as you indulge
yourself in the finest Thai cuisine along the south coast.
The Far East has a huge influence on restaurants in
Southampton but the true Japanese experience may be
experienced in a modern, contemporary environment
right in the heart of Southampton at Below Bar:
Zen offers a truly incredible array of fresh fish and
delicate delights at mouth-wateringly good prices.
If a more European style takes your fancy, you’ll appreciate
the menu at IKEA. Truly Swedish but at a fantastic
price and the largest restaurant in Southampton!
The Coriander Lounge on the High Street aims to restore
the lost primordial authenticity of Indian cuisine that
shares the same traditional cooking techniques and
ingredients that make the dishes exceedingly delicious.
Sometimes only a traditional roast will hit the spot and for
a quintessential English meal then your really should book a
table at the Duke of Wellington, located in Bugle Street.
It doesn’t get more atmospheric than this, with the history and
aromas surrounding you, a memorable evening is assured.
Steeped in history and located within a Grade II listed building, South Western House, the Grand Café was once Southampton’s grandest hotel used by first class passengers of the Titanic, with a history dating back to 1865.
Steeped in history and located within a Grade II listed building, South Western House, the Grand Café was once Southampton’s grandest hotel used by first
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The White Star, 28 Oxford Street, SO14 3DJBased in the thriving cosmopolitan
restaurant area of Southampton, The
White Star offers award-winning food
and accommodation. The historic
building has been central to the City’s
maritime heritage for over a hundred
years, and today still retains its unique
charm and elegance as the city’s
top gastro pub with a vibrant and
fashionable modern day twist. Food
is cooked with care and skill, using
fresh, locally sourced ingredients to
produce classic modern British dishes
for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Proudly
gaining 5 stars for the accommodation
and 2 AA Rosettes for the cuisine.
Upstairs boasts 13 individually styled
luxury guest rooms and a 3 bedroom
serviced apartment. Each is named
after one of the famous White Star Line
great liners or original J-class yachts
from the first America’s Cup, creating
a subtle yet cool maritime theme.
Cantina Mexican, 2a-3a Bedford Place, SO15 2BY Cantina sits in the bustling heart of
Southampton’s popular Bedford Place
district, and was the first restaurant
of its kind in Southampton. For more
than 10 years Cantina has focused on
delivering fresh and authentic flavours
of Mexico in a fun, friendly and lively
atmosphere. Using locally sourced
ingredients, all the food is prepared
and cooked on the premises to give
you an exciting range of authentic and
inviting dishes. Open all day, every day,
Cantina offers mouth-watering flavours
and exceptional value,
so there’s something
for everyone. With
great lunch and early
evening offers, A la
carte dining, tasty
cocktails plus market
tapas and light snacks
served all day. You can
even pop in for coffee
and enjoy free Wi-
Fi. The restaurant layout allows you
to choose how you wish to dine,
with intimate booth seating, casual
dining areas for drinks and nibbles,
to large tables for party bookings.
The Bugle, Hamble, SO31 4HAAward winning food and a warm
welcome are both central to this
waterside, Grade II listed gastro pub
in Hamble. Well-kept local real ales,
and a first class wines list accompany
exceptional British dishes. The seasonal
menu uses fresh, top quality ingredients,
sourced locally, plus ever changing daily
specials, along with traditional roasts
at weekends and children’s portions.
In addition to the bar and restaurant
areas, private dining is available
upstairs in ‘The Captain’s Table’ which
can accommodate up to 12 guests.
Alternatively, watch the boats go
by from the terrace overlooking the
river. Coffee, cake and free Wi-Fi also
make it the perfect place to stop by
anytime. Awarded
an AA rosette for its
dining and an entry
in Michelin’s Eating
Out in Pubs guide,
quality is assured.
Owner, matthew Boyle
talks the Guest Guide
through his business.
How do you differentiate your establishments from others?Each outlet has been styled individually
to take into account the history of the
buildings and surroundings. We pride
ourselves on providing premium quality
at affordable prices. The Ideal Collection
is about the personal touches and we
are always willing to do that little bit
more to leave a lasting impression.
We welcome strangers into our
business and they leave as friends.
What was the basis of your AA Rosettes award?We are very proud to receive and
retain 2 AA rosettes. These are
awarded to ‘the best local restaurants,
offering higher standards and better
consistency’.
Guests have received an outstanding welcome from The ideal Collection’s venues since 1999. Truly unique and individual establishments have enabled the group to remainat the forefront of the Southampton’s developing hospitality scene.
White Star Example Menu Dining room
Rosary goat’s pannacotta, •courgette flower tempura, rocket pesto, apple balsamic reduction
Treacle cured Hampshire •trout ‘gravadlax’ pickled cucumber, crème fraîche sorbet
Seared cod cheeks, Cornish •king’s, Lymington crab mayonnaise, borage leaves & flowers
Wood pigeon breast, new •Forest lambs ‘tongue’ lettuce, bacon lardons, honey mustard
duck egg, iOW blue & •chard tart, Pratt’s oil mash, garlic emulsion
Slow roast Hampshire pork •belly, watercress champ potato cake, tarragon Cox apples, cider gravy
new season lamb, carrot •purée, Rosary goat’s cheese mash, rosemary crumbed sweetbreads
Lymington rock samphire •& Poole clams
Hampshire rump steak, •Horseradish leaf béarnaise, slow roast tomato, hand cut fat chips.
Venue details:
The White Star,
Tel: 023 8082 1990
Cantina mexican,
Tel: 023 8022 0500
The Bugle,
Tel: 023 8045 3000
www.idealcollection.co.uk
There are so many amazing producers on our door step.
And executive Chef Jim, explains the
importance of using the best local
produce. Where do you start when compiling a menu?“When starting to write a new menu
I first make a note of everything
in season. I then piece it together
trying to include as much great local
produce as possible but not just using
local for the sake of it being local. It
has to be a great product. There are
so many amazing producers on our
doorstep. We use Hampshire Fare
& New Forest marquee websites
amongst other and use 50 mile radius
of our sites as a good rule of thumb
when selecting producers. Farmers
markets are also an essential element.
As far as gaining accolades, I think
it is very important just to do your
own thing and believe in what you
are putting on the plate. We cook
for our customers not just our own
egos! Whether an establishment has
1, 2 or 3 rosettes, as long as your
customers love the food - that is what
counts! The accolades will follow if you
remain consistent with your delivery
and true to the seasons. But most
important of all is flavour! Everything
should delight your taste buds... “
Southampton Guest Guide: Fork and Cork
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Born in the city, Shelley not only runs her
hugely successful bridal company from
Southampton but also uses it as her
base as British Powerboat Champion.
Shelley is amongst the female boating elite of
Britain and proudly promotes boating on the
Solent, along with other inspirational figures, including Dame
Ellen MacArthur and Dee Caffari. A Global
Circumnavigation record attempt takes
place later this year, in which Shelley and
six male crewmates, including Skipper and
Director Alan Priddy, will attempt to smash
the standing record of 63 days to a mere
50 days. With only sixteen hours ashore to
attend to boat maintenance, the luxuries
of life will mostly certainly be absent.
However, Shelley more than makes
up for the lack of glamour on board
by attending numerous events in her
capacity as Business Southampton City Champion,
believing totally in what Southampton has to offer both
business entrepreneurs and travellers alike. Talking about
her experience of Southampton she says “Southampton
is a hidden gem but I doubt it will remain hidden for much
longer, with the major investment that is taking place.
I’ve seen how my family business has prospered over the
last 35 years and I also know how successfully the city
has played host to the cruise industry. Other cities are
impressive but with modern offices, great transport links and
outstanding culture, who wouldn’t wish to be based here?”
In her capacity as City Champion, Shelley will be host for
Ladies Day at this year’s Southampton Boatshow. She’ll
be undertaking the Powerboat Challenge, competing
against Jo Dixie from boat show sponsors PSP, the BBC’s
Helena Harland and Tara Russell from the Southern Daily
Echo. Whilst the other competitors could be forgiven for
going up against the World’s best, Shelley is herself slightly
nervous of the course, as the far slower pace and emphasis
on manovering around buoys will be very different to her
endurance skills, driving at 90 miles an hour.
Her achievements are even more
impressive when you consider that
Shelley herself is prone to sea sickness!
Life in the in the fast lane has presented
Shelley Jory –Leigh with challenges, not
only in managing a successful business but
also that of operating in the male dominated
world of boat racing Physical and mental
strength to one side, real passion and an
impulsive streak are her keys to success.
In her own words, Shelley sees her life as
“a contrast between the dark, greasy world of men and
racing and the gloriously white and feminine world of bridal
wear”. What decided Shelley on marriage after years in the
wedding industry?
“It’s quite simple. For
the 15 years that I’ve
been racing against
men, my husband
was the only one to
make me stop and way
anchor.” she said.
When looking for an icon to capture the contrasts of Southampton, look no further than Shelley Jory-Leigh.
For more information
on Shelley’s up and coming
adventures, visit
www.shelleyjory.com
or listen out for Shelley on her
BBC Radio Solent programme,
H2O.
Southampton Guest Guide: Icon
The Oxford Street Arts and
Design-led Craft Market is held on
the 4th Sunday of every month,
between 11am and 5pm, featuring
true artisan qualities, including
fine art, vintage jewellery and
sculpture. A tour of the local area,
a visit to the market and a pleasant
lunch would be a great way to
spend your day in Southampton.
Southampton Guest Guide: Fork and Cork
Undoubtedly at the heart
of Southampton’s
maritime history, Oxford
Street has played host
to a thousand years
of international trade
and war. Both have left their mark in
the form of historic architecture and a
wonderfully cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Oxford Street is home to a wide
range of unique artisan businesses.
In the footsteps of..Following Henry II pilgrimage to
Canterbury in 1174, Southampton had
an influx of French arriving wanting to
walk to follow in his footsteps.
A very wealthy Norman by the name
of Gervase Ia Riche felt sorry for
his fellow country man so much so
that he purchased the bottom end
of the city which included Oxford
Street. He had almshouses built and
a hospice called Maison Dieu (House
of God, Gods House Tower). The
lawns laid to the old bowling green
(Britains oldest bowling green) and St.
Julian’s Church was built and named
after the patron saint of pilgrims.
He left it to Richard the Lion Heart,
who left it to his brother King John.
In 1343 Edward III gave it all to his
wife Queen Phillipa to start her new
school Queens College Oxford. Which
is why we have Oxford Street, College
Street, John Street and Queens
Park. The bulk of that estate is still
owned by Queens College Oxford.
61 Oxford Street was the home of
Lucia Foster Welch (died March 1940)
who was Southampton’s first Lady
Mayor, councillor alderman and first
sheriff. Southampton is the only town in
England where the Mayor has the title
of Admiral of The Port. So Lucia Foster
Welch was England’s first Lady Admiral.
On visiting Oxford Street today, you
are greeted by a charming spectacle,
with a true cafe culture bringing the
shop fronts to life. For those seeking
history with their cream tea, step no
further than the White Star Tavern,
named after the famous White Star
shipping company. The White Star
holds two coveted AA Rosettes
and even boasts a roof garden.
Bistro dining is a key theme in Oxford
Street, with a fabulous array of
specialities including, but not limited
to, vegetarian and freshly baked
breads at The Olivetree Mediterranean
Restaurant, which is ideal for a romantic
dinner for two. Oxfords Bar and
Restaurant offers an extensive wine
list and regularly alters the daily menu
to make the most of freshly sourced
produce, especially fish and meat.
For entertainment, the London Hotel
offers a great cabaret experience. A
cosmopolitan atmosphere is on offer at
this predominantly gay pub, along with
great real ales and the quintessential
Sunday roast. The Poppadom
Express, located further down Oxford
Street, offers a vibrant, modern take
on Indian cuisine. An extensive,
scintillating menu has something for
every curry lover and the daily buffet
offers incredible value for money.
Located a short walk from Oxford Street
is the Grand Café. Originally used by
passengers of the Titanic, this Grade II
listed building was once Southampton’s
grandest hotel. Now, the Wedgewood
Ballroom is a unique bar, bistro and
restaurant, offering a truly remarkable
setting for your dining experience.
For those in the know, Oxford Street
is also home to the best Medi-Spa in
Hampshire, namely Dr Xavier’s Medi-
Spa Clinic. Visitors with limited time
in the city can still benefit from wide
range of professional cosmetic medical
and injectable treatments for lines,
wrinkles, skin health and appearance.
What better way to begin your holiday
or to return home to your friends than
looking and feeling truly refreshed?
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Currency mattersSouthampton city centre boasts a large number of currency exchange services, all
operating to a highly professional standard. Whatever your financial requirement, be
it money transfers, international and British currency or travellers cheques, all your
needs can be met in the city. Operators include the following establishments:-
Ocean Cruise Terminal
Berth 46/47
Dockgate 4
Eastern Docks
SO14 3 QN
023 8033 0730
Post Office @ Rymans
57 London Road
SO15 2WW
023 8071 0123
Mon-Sat 9-5pm, Closed Sundays
The Post Office buys and sells currency
and travellers cheques, all of which are
commission free. Travel Money Card
(EURO, US$) and Moneygram allows
you to receive or transfer money abroad
in only 15 minutes.
Bath Travel
91 Above Bar Street
SO14 2AR
023 8063 2403
Bath Travel aim to offer the best rates
in town, but more importantly a quick
service without having to queue plus a
0% commission charge to our clients.
The money Shop
25 Hanover Buildings
SO14 1JU
0843 309 3971
The Money Shop is the UK’s fastest
growing foreign exchange provider.
We offer great rates guaranteed
with 0% commission on all foreign
exchange. Worldwide money transfers
are also available.
Thomas Cook
WestQuay Shopping Centre
SO15 1QD
0845 308 9560 Open Mon-Fri 9-8pm
(Wed 10am), Sat 9-7pm, Sun 11-5pm
The Bureaux de Change offers a
full range of products and services,
inc. currency and traveller’s cheque
exchange (commission free) and
worldwide money transfers. Sterling
Travellers Cheques: 2% Commission
(minimum £3).
For further currency options visit
www.cruisesouthampton.com
Southampton Guest Guide: Cruise Capital
As the largest destination in northern Europe for the cruise industry, Southampton is used to providing all the travel services and expertise that guests require, both prior to boarding and on return.
An online map and a detailed information guide for cruise passengers is available
by visiting www.cruisesouthampton.com Concierge services, onward travel
options and chauffeur services are all detailed for your convenience.
For those wishing to view these stunning vessels or looking to book a future cruise,
a complete list of cruise calls is also available on the Cruise Southampton website.
Mayflower Park allows you to get up close to the liners with special events taking
place throughout the year to celebrate the naming and arrival of new ships.
If you wish to join the ships on the water, you can pick up the Hythe Ferry to
the waterside village of Hythe via the famous Victorian pier and the world’s
oldest pier train. Blue Funnel Cruises offer a variety of day cruises from
Ocean Village including Harbour Tours, River Cruises and Solent Cruises.
Celebrating175 years of heritageP&O Cruises have been perfecting the art of sea travel for many decades and are delighted that today, more British passengers choose to travel with us than any other cruise line. Our genuine love of sea travel, maritime knowledge and signature standards of service, fine dining, accommodation and entertainment have earned us the title of Britain’s favourite cruise line for four years running.
JOIN US FOR A GRAND EVENTFor the first time ever the seven ships of the P&O Cruises fleet will be together in Southampton on 3rd July 2012 in celebration of a very special milestone – the 175th anniversary of the formation of the Peninsular Steam Navigation Company.
Find out more at www.pocruises.co.uk/175
TRAC
ING
OUR ROOTS BACK TO
1837
175175thTH
ANNIVERSARYGRAND EVENT
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Southampton is home to Olympians
Peter Waterfield, Max Brick and Rob
Tobin and has produced outstanding
athletes over the years.
Active Nation welcomes you and thousands
of people to its seven leisure centres
every day, and reinvests every penny it makes into the
centres offering residents and visitors to Southampton
the best sporting facilities in the South East.
Whether you are signing up for a commitment to get fit,
tone-up, lose weight or just looking for
some fun with your family or relaxation
with friends, Southampton has it all!
Get Active in Southampton!Active Nation offers a wide range of
activities for people of all ages, abilities
and levels. Paddle or sail all day long on
the river Solent or enrol for diving lessons
- there is something for everyone.
The Quays Swimming & Diving Complex
offers world class diving facilities,
a state-of-the-art gym and two amazing fitness studios
as well as a leisure pool with whirlpool and jets and a 25
meter swimming pool for the real swimming enthusiast.
Chamberlayne Leisure Centre provides a wide range
of sports including indoor football, trampolining,
badminton, table tennis, fitness classes and many
children’s activities. The venue has an Inclusive
Fitness Initiative (IFI) accredited and modern fitness
suite catering for the needs of disabled people.
Bitterne leisure Centre holds a leisure pool and a
25 meter pool, a top-of-the range fitness suite and offers
fitness classes, racket sports, martial arts, gymnastics
and children’s activities, to name but a few!
Set in a stunning 150 acre site on the outskirts of the city,
The Outdoor Sports Centre offers fabulous athletics facilities
with a newly refurbished eight lane international standard
athletic track hosting regional and national track and field
events. The centre also hosts 12 floodlit tennis courts, 5
cricket pitches, 2 synthetic and 5 grass football pitches
and a bowling green. Many other activities
are available including a new cyclo-cross
track, outdoor fitness facilities, hockey,
netball and crazy golf. This unique venue
is the perfect place for serious sports
fanatics or recreational athletes alike.
For water babies, the Southampton Water
Activities Centre (SWAC) is located in the
heart of Southampton’s historic waterfront
area offering thrilling water sports and
outdoor activities for all the adrenalin-
junkies out there. This is the perfect place
for sailing and power boating or to get a professional
qualification in First Aid, Sea Survival and Navigation.
Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre is a multi-activity centre
in the heart of Southampton. It has one of the largest
kayaking and canoeing fleets in the South of England
and offers a wide range of exciting land based activities
including high rope, climbing, archery and much more!
Southampton Snow Sports Centre, the only one of its kind in
the South East, is located at The Outdoor Sports Centre, and
provides an incredible ski slope to improve your snowboarding
or skiing skills. The venue offers facilities for Ringo parties
and holds a number of events throughout the year.
Active Nation also manages a number of parks and
open spaces with football, rugby and pétanque
pitches, bowling greens and street sports facilities.
On the road to London 2012 In 2012 several local talented athletes, who are training
in Active Nation’s sporting facilities, will compete at
the London Olympics. Many of them have the potential
to come back with a medal around their necks!
The Quays Swimming and Diving Complex have an enviable
track record for developing world class divers. Currently
home to many senior Team GB members, including Peter
Waterfield, Max Brick, Chris Mears and Stacie Powell, who will
all be going for gold at individual and synchronised events.
All eyes will also be on two very young and upcoming athletes
training at The Outdoor Sport Centre: Freya Jones in Javelin
and Millie Clifford in the 400 and 800 meter hurdle events.
The London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay is a defining moment
for each Olympic Games. It will involve 8,000 inspiring
people carrying the Olympic Flame – one of the enduring
symbols of the Olympic Games – around the UK for 70
days. The aim is to spread the Olympic spirit as well as the
message of peace and friendship, and to start the Olympic
celebrations both here in the UK and around the world.
The Olympic Flame will arrive in the UK from Greece on
Friday 18 May 2012 and will pass through Southampton
on Saturday 14th July 2012 as it travels from Bournemouth
to Guernsey and back to neighbouring city, Portsmouth
as part of the rely before entering the Olympic Stadium
to light the cauldron in the Opening Ceremony and
formally start the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Southampton Guest Guide: City of Sport
For further information
on facilities, timetables
and events, please visit
www.activenation.org.uk
and click on the
‘Your Venue’ section.
Southampton enjoys a great relationship with sport and with the 2012 Olympic Games approaching fast, the light will be shining on the city!
Southampton encourages a more active and healthy lifestyle
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Itineraries
The Romantic GetawaySurprisingly, Southampton has all
the perfect ingredients for a fantastic
romantic weekend. Many hotels,
including the newly refurbished Dolphin
Hotel and White Star Hotel, boast
beautiful, character features including
log fires, luxurious furnishings and
grand settings. As the greenest city
on the South Coast, Southampton
has 12 lush green parks and a number
of city trails to explore. Stop for a
coffee and cake at one of the many
cafes enroute, including the wonderful
Caffexpresso on Nelson Gate.
You may be looking for a memento of
your time together and what better than
a piece of vintage jewellery, furniture or
clothing? Vintage fans rate Hepwright’s
Vintage Boutique at 34 Bedford Place
extremely highly. For those looking for a
funkier twist on their clothing collection,
the Beatnik Emporium at 202 Above
Bar Street is truly special. Evenings in
Southampton offer something for every
taste. You may wish to stroll through the
Old Town and stop for a drink and dinner
at one of the public houses in England,
The Duke of Wellington. For those who
crave romance on a grand scale, The
Grand Cafe is your dinner destination.
The magnificent Wedgewood ballroom,
frequented by first class passengers for
the Titanic, is now home to a superb
bar, bistro and restaurant. Original
features and the sheer spectacular
scale of your surroundings will
guarantee you the ‘wow!’ factor.
The Family Break Families of all ages will find a huge
amount to do in Southampton.
Whatever your children’s ages, all will
be captivated by the newly restored
Tudor House and Garden. A walk around
the Old Town and along the Old Town
Trail will bring your family into touch
with Southampton’s historical secrets,
dating back to medieval times.
For those who like a hands on
approach to art, the John Hansard
Gallery is ideal. Modern, touring
collections alongside tactile exhibits
ensure that children of all ages engage
with the themes around them.
Retail therapy is also a great
opportunity for parents to part with
their money! Southampton boasts
3 great shopping centres, namely
Bargate, The Marlands and WestQuay,
the largest shopping arena along the
south coast. Lunch options include
Yo! Sushi, Nando’s and Pizza Hut.
Families seeking sporting activities
will be delighted with the facilities at
Woodmill Centre, where you can try
your hand at a number of water sports,
including kayaking. For younger children
and keen swimmers, The Quays is a
great mix of family fun pools and Olympic
standard diving facilities. Located
near to WestQuay Shopping Centre,
this centre will provide hours of fun.
Dinner options for those with children
are extensive but for traditional family
food in contemporary surroundings,
head for Italian restaurant, Buon
Gusto on Commercial Road. Located
opposite The Mayflower Theatre,
why not head there for a pre-theatre
show, before taking the family to see
a West End production, including
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Grease.
The Business Stopover When your working day is done,
you’ll want to make the most of your
time in Southampton. WestQuay
Shopping Centre is open late Monday
to Saturday, giving you access to
fabulous stores including John Lewis.
When you are ready to head out for
the evening, Oxford Street provides
a fabulous range of chic bars and
restaurants. Oxfords Bar and Restaurant
offers you a great wine selection, along
with fresh fish and local produce. If
you are looking for a venue to entertain
business guests, Kuti’s Royal Thai
Pier at Town Quay and The Grand
Café are both magnificent options.
If you have extra time on your
hands, why not take a stroll along
one of the city’s walks, including
the Jane Austen Trail. Alternatively,
take a short taxi ride to the Nuffield
Theatre and enjoy contemporary
theatre productions at their best.
The Cruise Stop offYou’ve arrived in Southampton and
your holiday starts here! The city has
so much to offer cruising enthusiasts,
including the wonderful maritime history
which makes it so famous. The Sea
City Museum opens in the Summer of
2012 but in the meantime, why not take
a walk along the QE2 Mile, discovering
the extent of Southampton’s
connections to the sea, including the
QE2’s anchor, donated by Cunard
and located by Holyrood Church,
which is dedicated to lost seafarers.
Carrying on the maritime theme, stop
off at the White Star Hotel and soak
up the ambiance of the White Star
Lines, famous for launching the Titanic.
Boutique shopping is a wonderful way
of creating your cruise wardrobe, with
unique pieces available from Devernois
at 47 Bedford Place. Scarpini at 48
Bedford Place is home to the finest
footwear, including boots, evening and
day footwear. Hair and beauty is vital
and a visit to the Vintage Hair Lounge
at 118 High Street will leave your
locks and nails in tip top condition.
If you are looking for the best in top
brands and an exclusive shopping
service, which is second to none,
then John Lewis at WestQuay will
delight you. Cosmetics from decleor,
the Clarins day spa and the unique
shopping environment will leave
you feeling truly pampered.
Dining opportunities in Southampton
are extensive but prior to the grand
dining onboard ship you may prefer
a quieter, more intimate meal at La
Esquina Spanish tapas restaurant
or The Olivetree Restaurant, both
located in Oxford Street.
For more ideas and suggestions for
days out in Southampton, ask your
establishment for The Southampton
Pocket Guide; a comprehensive visitor
publication detailing attractions,
accommodation venues, places to
eat and drink including discount
vouchers for some of the most popular
eateries and a useful city map.
Southampton Guest Guide: Itineraries
Time waits for no man, or woman come to that. With your free moments being so precious, The Southampton Guest Guide has produced some suggested itineraries for your visit to Southampton.
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The beautiful county of Hampshire is
synonymous with writers such as
Jane Austen, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
and Charles Dickens, Hampshire
is the inspiration and setting for
many timeless classics.
The New Forest is a must for many visitors
to the region, enjoying unparalleled natural beauty and an
abundance of flora and fauna. Truffle hunting, pony trekking
and a visit to Buckler’s Hard, where Admiral Lord Nelson’s
fleet was created, should all take prime place on your to do
list. Beaulieu is home to the National Motor Museum where
you can see over 250 vehicles, before exploring Palace
House, home of the Montagu family,
and the remains of Beaulieu Abbey.
Winchester is a spectacular cathedral
city, where over 15 centuries of
Christian faith is captured in glorious
architecture, both throughout the city
and within the Cathedral itself. Priceless
treasures include the beautiful 19th
century organ and the finest medieval
wall paintings in England. Families and
astronomers would enjoy the delights
of the Intech Science Centre and
Planetarium, located just outside of Winchester. Marwell
Wildlife Park is also nearby, where conservation and an
astounding range of wildlife may be seen at its best.
Those seeking an insight in to the past of Hampshire may
wish to venture out on the unique Watercress Railway Line,
taking a choice of either steam or a loco through the county’s
famous watercress beds and alighting at a number of
character stations along route. Take a trip back to Victorian
times with a visit to Milestone’s Museum in Basingstoke.
At Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway, locomotives are
combined with beautifully arranged gardens. The Sir Harold
Hillier Gardens in Romsey is a 180 acre garden paradise
and boasts one of the largest Winter Gardens of its kind in
Europe. The Gardens are also open all year round.
Southampton’s neighbouring city of Portsmouth, offers an
insight into the south’s links with maritime history. Experience
the oceans at the Blue Reef Aquarium or glide to the top of
the Spinnaker Tower to see stunning views across the Solent.
Cross the water to Gosport and go on aboard HMS Alliance,
a WW2 submarine at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum
or discover the fascinating history of Royal Marines
at the Royal Marines Museum in Southsea.
Visit Staunton Country Park near Havant and enjoy
1000 acres of beautiful country park.
For families with younger children, a visit to Paultons Family
Theme Park at Ower on the edge of The
New Forest National Park is a must.
Paultons is home to over 60 family rides
and attractions including the world’s only
Peppa Pig World theme park as well as a
collection of exotic birds and animals.
Older families and those with a head for
heights will be delighted by the new
Go Ape site at Itchen Valley Country
Park, near Southampton. Exploring the
dizzy heights of the tree tops is most
certainly not for the faint hearted.
Explore the Isle of Wight from Southampton with Red Funnel
Ferries for great days out.
Whether you choose
to take a short break
or opt for a longer
stay, you’ll find many
adventures awaiting you.
On April 8th 1952 the Montagu family
home, Palace House, opened to visitors
for the first time and Lord Montagu
promised his house guests champagne
with dinner if there were more than
100 visitors by 6pm. The 100th visitor
had arrived by 12.30pm, so they had
champagne with lunch! Beaulieu
soon became and still is one of the
country’s leading tourist attractions.
Beaulieu’s immediate success was
attributed to Lord Montagu exhibiting
a number of historic cars in the Front
Hall of Palace House in a tribute to
his father, one of the great pioneers
of British motoring. This was the
springboard for a collection of vehicles
that have become world famous.
Originally displayed in the ‘Montagu
Motor Museum’, in 1972 the collection
was moved to its current home and
renamed the National Motor Museum. It
is now administered by a charitable trust
dedicated to preserving the collection
for the nation and safeguarding its
libraries, which are recognised as
being among the best in the world.
The birthplace of the ‘Autojumble’,
first held in 1967, Beaulieu now
holds a full calendar of wide-ranging
motoring events (April to October)
and is a popular venue for weddings,
music concerts and corporate events.
Despite increasing competition from
other attractions, and a wider choice
of leisure pastimes, Beaulieu continues
to rise to the challenge, offering a
wide variety of tailored activities
throughout the year and a number of
exciting exhibitions which currently
include the Secret Army Exhibition,
Surrey Sculpture Trail, the James
Bond Experience, World of Top Gear
and the Flying Lady Exhibition.
In celebration of Beaulieu’s diamond
anniversary, a major new exhibition
will be unveiled in the National Motor
Museum in January 2012, when
the museum will be celebrating
its own 40th anniversary.
Reached by ferry in just over 20 minutes
the Island boasts a fantastic range of
attractions as well as stunning unspoilt
scenery and fantastic blue flag beaches.
Red Funnel, the Isle of Wight specialist
runs both Foot Passenger and Vehicle
Ferry services from Southampton to
East and West Cowes on the Isle of
Wight. Easy to explore on foot, both
East and West
Cowes are wonderful
destinations, offering
visitors plenty to
do whatever the
weather.
Osborne House,
the former home
of Queen Victoria
and Prince Albert
is surrounded by
magnificent landscaped gardens and is
only a short walk from the Red Funnel
ferry terminals at East Cowes. Offering
a fascinating insight into the life of the
Royal family, the stately home is fitted
with the original opulent furnishings and
priceless artworks. The superb grounds
of the house are a joy to explore and
award fantastic views across the Solent.
West Cowes is famed as the birthplace
of yacht racing and is home to fabulous
boutique shops. Visitors can enjoy the
sights of yachts bobbing
in the marina, eat fresh fish
at nearby restaurants and
enjoy browsing designer
and independent shops
selling everything from
local produce to vintage
clothing and homeware.
The Isle of Wight is the
sunniest place in Britain
and if you’re lucky enough
to travel on a warm day the beaches
at Cowes are ideal for swimming and
relaxing with fantastic views of yachts
and cruise ships travelling across the
Solent.
If you fancy exploring beyond Cowes,
the Island offers plenty of family
attractions including castles, wildlife
sanctuaries and theme parks whilst
there are activities galore for adventure
seekers of all ages. For lunch or dinner,
there are also no shortage of award
winning restaurants and eateries serving
delicious local produce as well as cosy
rural pubs, stocking the finest Island ales.
www.ham
pshiretopattractions.co.uk
Time motors onas celebrates turning 60
60Southampton Guest Guide: Out and About
Red Funnel offer Isle of Wight
ferry travel, accommodation,
event and attraction tickets
and much more.
Visit www.redfunnel.co.uk
or call 0844 844 9988.
For more information and
details of events visit
www.beaulieu.co.uk
or contact 01590 612345
The isle of Wight makes a great day out if you’re staying in Southampton.
To find out further
information on these
and numerous other
attractions, please visit
www.hampshireattractions.
co.uk
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Visit www.thesouthamptonguide.com for a more up to date list of what’s on in and around Southampton.
From coast to countryside, whether your
passion is heritage, culture, shopping
or a fun-filled family day out, the world
renowned Hamble
Valley has it all.
Located to the east
of Southampton, this
area of outstanding
natural beauty is quite
literally at your feet.
Set alongside the
stunning River Hamble,
the Valley boasts
a variety of unique
family attractions, quaint villages and
over 1500 acres of unspoilt countryside.
Hamble River events take place
throughout the year, attracting world
class yachtsmen and racing enthusiasts.
Competition within the sailing world
is strong and many sailors come to
showcase their skills. Events include
Hamble Week, the Hamble Winter &
Spring Series, the Bursledon Regatta
and national World
Series competitions.
The essence of a sailing
lifestyle is captured
through
the marinas, chandleries,
restaurants and
boutiques, located
along the shoreline.
Indeed, numerous
opportunities present
themselves to way anchor and
investigate the local vintage ales.
Whether you are on a romantic short
break or visiting for the week with
a young family, you’ll wish you had
discovered the Hamble Valley sooner.
Southampton Guest Guide: Out and About
For further information on
glorious days out on the
River Hamble or your personal
journey through the
Hamble Valley, visit
www.hamblevalley.com
eventsDATe JuLY 2011
1-31 Hampshire Food Festival hampshirefare.co.uk
16 mela Festival artasia.org.uk
DATe AuGuST 2011
various Hampshire Open Studios southampton.gov.uk/events
6-13 Cowes week cowesweek.co.uk
DATe SePTemBeR 2011
16-25 PSP Southampton Boat Show southamptonboatshow.com
DATe OCTOBeR 2011
tbc Southampton Film Week southamptonfilmweek.com
various Black History month southampton.gov.uk/events
tbc music in the City musicinthecitysouthampton.org
DATe DeCemBeR 2011
various Christmas in Southampton southampton.gov.uk/events
DATe JANuARY 2012
28-29 Chinese New Year Celebrations
DATe FeBRuARY 2012
various 200 Years of Charles Dickens
DATe APRIL 2012
tbc Opening of the Sea City museum
various 60 Years of Beaulieu motor museum
10-15 The Titanic Centenary
DATe JuNe 2012
2-5 The Queens Diamond Jubilee
DATe JuLY 2012
various 175 Years of P&O
27-12 Aug
The Olympic Games
DATe AuGuST 2012
29-9 Sept
The Paralympic Games
DATe SePTemBeR 2012
14-23 PSP Southampton Boat Show
15-16 Southampton International Food Festival
Destination Southampton is Southampton’s official conference and accommodation bureau offering assistance with events, conferences and short breaks. Visit www.destinationsouthampton.com for more information on hotels, events and venues.
in 2012 Southampton is hosting a number of significant events, celebrations and remembrance.
2011 major attractions to look forward to.
National Motor MuseumPalace House & GardensBeaulieu Abbey James Bond ExhibitionWorld of Top Gear
NEW EXHIBITIO N FOR 2011
Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire SO42 7ZN Exit 2 M27 Tel 01590 612345 www.beaulieu.co.uk Open daily 10am
ENJOY A GREAT DAY OUT
The Isle of Wight -It’s closer than you think.
Accommodation. Event tickets.
Attraction tickets.Ferry travel.
Enjoy the beautiful Isle of Wight in just 25 minutes from Southampton.
The Isle of Wight is the perfect location for a day trip - packed with countless attractions and miles of beautiful countryside and stunning coastline. Explore spectacular royal residences and fairytale castles, see exotic creatures at the Island’s wildlife parks, enjoy more than 500 miles of footpaths and sample delicious, freshly cooked local produce.
The Island has it all – and you could be there in 25 minutes on a Red Jet or under an hour with Red Funnel's Vehicle Ferries from Southampton.
Visit www.redfunnel.co.uk Call 0844 844 9988
FootPassengerfares from only
return.*
£7.80
*Terms and conditions apply.