Flowers, food and lots of theatre, there's something for everyone this Mother's Day weekend.
Here's our guide to five fun things to do to keep the family entertained.
At Exbury Gardens...
Visitors to the New Forest attraction are in for a blooming treat over the coming weeks as the horti’ attraction’s signature spring blossom start to put on a show.
And to celebrate 70 years since first opening to the public, a pop up heritage ‘flower shop’ has launched at Exbury offering build a bouquet workshops just in time for Mother’s Day.
After a recent spell of cold weather, acres of colourful camellias, daffodils and early flowering rhododendrons are now beginning to flower at the gardens.
This weekend, build a bouquet workshops are being run in the pop up ‘flower shop’, built especially for the anniversary. Children, and adults, can choose and arrange a selection of dried flowers to create a unique, handmade gift, with a little help and guidance from a member of the Exbury team.
Seventy years ago, in spring 1955 Edmund de Rothschild first opened Exbury Gardens to the public, sharing the horticultural legacy that began in in 1919 with his father Lionel de Rothschild, started to create one of the finest woodland gardens in the country.
Around Southampton...
Residents and visitors can make the most of two weeks of delicious dining deals and exclusive menus across the city.
Residents and visitors to Southampton can enjoy dining out on deals at the city’s many eateries, from well-known names to high street independents.
Organised by GO! Southampton, the city’s Business Improvement District (BID), Foodie Fortnight invites locals and visitors alike to explore new flavours, rediscover old favourites, and support the city’s thriving hospitality industry – all at a low price.
At Mayflower Theatre...
Lin-Manuel Miranda's masterpiece is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and helped shape the foundations of the America we know today.
It's the winner of 11 Tony Awards including Best Musical, 7 Olivier Awards, the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album.
At Mayflower Studios...
Calling all revolting children and their parents – come and be a little a bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda the Musical.
Now is your chance to interact with this incredible tale of a little girl making her great escape!
Find the “magic” inside of you and join our gang at the latest film to get the singalong treatment, the Tony and Olivier Award winning Matilda the Musical based on Roald Dahl’s novel.
Matilda is an extraordinary girl, who armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results.
Our host will help you have “a holiday in your head” as they teach you some dance moves, show you how to use your free props bags and have you booing the villains and championing the heroes.
That's followed by The Greatest Showman.
Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible – with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want.
At Hanger Farm, Totton...
Expect a host of theatrical treats from amdram groups, schools and colleges in Hampshire and across the south.
It's a fantastic learning tool for both groups and audiences alike with professional adjudications for every play.
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