Southampton
Flights to Southampton from £63.
Southampton offers a great range of activities, such as theatre, culture and shopping, to name a few. The Mayflower theatre is the largest theatre in Southampton, offering touring West End productions, as well as ballet, opera and comedy.
The West Quay Shopping Centre, the South coast's premier retail destination, is close to Southampton Airport. With around 100 stores featuring Europe's best brands, and a fine choice of restaurants, takeaways and cafes.
The Marwell Zoological Park (only 7 miles from the airport) focuses on the conservation of endangered species, and makes a great family day out. Situated in the heart of the marvellous Hampshire countryside the park is host to more than 200 different species of animals from every continent.
Or why not visit the beautiful New Forest? Whether it is for relaxation or exploration, it has a lot to offer, from cycling and horse riding to water sports. Southampton is a great getaway to the rest of the UK and you will be spoilt for choice for things to do.
As the 20th largest airport in the United Kingdom, Southampton Airport is located in Eastleigh, near Southampton and serves around 2 million passengers per year. The airport has a growing reputation as a excellent hub for European air links, as well as onward connections to many UK destinations.
To see what's on and for more information, go to Visit Southampton.
To find out more information about Southampton Airport you can visit their website.
LEISURE EVENTS
3-28 APRIL. DIRTY DANCING AT THE MAYFLOWER.
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10 APRIL. OPENING OF SEA CITY MUSEUM.
With special exhibition 'Titanic the Legend' until the end of the year. As the port from which the 1912 White Star liner set sail, Southampton is at the very heart of the Titanic story. Explore the 1:25 scale interactive model of the ship, experience the 'Disaster Room', and immerse yourself in the 1930s court room which depicts the Inquiry held in London after the disaster.' For more information, click here.
THROUGHOUT APRIL. TITANIC COMMEMORATIONS.
Including a concert on 10 April from the Queen Elizabeth Terminal, overlooking the berth from which the Titanic set sail. On 11 April 'Look Out!' will be performed at the Turner Sims Concert Hall by White Line-Up: featuring song, music and spoken word, it relates the events leading up to the tragedy, and the aftermath, from the viewpoint of the town and its Southampton crew. For more information, click here.
17-18 APRIL. AT SWIM TWO BOYS AT THE NUFFIELD THEATRE.
This production based on the Jamie O'Neill novels, tells of two boys' developing love against the turmoil of political revolution during the 1916 Easter Risings. For more information, click here.
UNTIL 13 MAY. ROLAND PENROSE & THE BRITISH SURREALISTS, CITY ART GALLERY.
A major exhibition examining the work of Roland Penrose, his relationship with his wife, the artist Lee Miller, and the other British Surrealists. For more information, click here.
22 MAY. ARTS AND CRAFT MARKET.
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5 MAY. THERE WAS AN OLD WOMAN WHO SWALLOWED A FLY AT THE NUFFIELD THEATRE.
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6 MAY. CHRIS MAYO AT THE NUFFIELD THEATRE.
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29 MAY-2 JUNE. LILLES ON THE LAND AT THE NUFFIELD THEATRE.
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19-23 JUNE. IT COULD BE ANY OF US AT THE NUFFIELD THEATRE
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BUSINESS EVENTS
22-24 MAY. SEAWORK INTERNATIONAL.
The largest and fastest growing
commercial marine and workboat event to be held in a European
working port. For more information, click here.
BANANA WHARF
Situated in the heart of Ocean Village, this restaurant is right by the water in beautiful and luxurious surroundings. This restaurant offers a superb bar and spacious dining area. This is a place for socialising and relaxing in a friendly and open environment. For more information, click here.
OXFORDS BAR AND RESTAURANT
Oxfords is a classically designed restaurant and bar in the heart of Southampton's downtown eating area. Ideally suited to lunchtime business and evening diners, this awardwinningbar-restaurant is perfect for meeting friends for a drink or enjoying a meal in stylish surroundings with a great atmosphere. For more information, click here.
ENNIO'S
Ennio's is located in one of the most prestigious parts of Southampton, facing directly onto the old waterfront and Southampton Water. The 100-seater restauraunt is located on the ground floor of a lovingly converted old Victorian warehouse. The restaurant is famous for traditional homemade cuisine and was voted the best Italian restaurant in Hampshire. For more information, click here.
Blue Islands operates return flights to Southampton from Guernsey & Jersey.
AIRPORT INFO
For more information about Southampton Airport please visit www.southamptonairport.com
CHECK-IN
Opens 90 mins before departure & closes 45 minutes before departure.
TAXIS
Checkercars operates a 24 hour service, located in the main concourse opposite the arrivals hall. Tel: 02380 627 7349.
BUSES & TRAINS
For the U1C service between airport, University and the city, Tel: 02380 595 974. For First Group, Tel: 02380 224 854.
CAR HIRE
All major companies can be found at the airport. See www.southampton airport.com then 'plan and book your trip', then 'pre book car hire'.
PARKING
Short and long term parking available at the airport. First 15 mins is free. www.southamptonairport.com
