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The Town Brewery pub in Emsworth
Photo: Barry Shimmon, CC BY-SA 2.0

Things to do in Emsworth

Emsworth is a harbour town on the Hampshire side of Chichester Harbour, close to the West Sussex border.

Places in and around Emsworth

The straight path of the Hayling Billy Trail between hedgesPhoto: Peter Holmes, CC BY-SA 2.0
WalksHavant · 3 km

Hayling Billy Trail

A former railway line linking Havant with the southern end of Hayling Island, now a route for walking and cycling. The northern section has been resurfaced, and the council is improving the rest of the trail in stages.

Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
Animals and wildlifeHavant · 4 km

Staunton Country Park and Farm

A farm in the middle of Havant with pigs, sheep, goats, chickens, llamas and alpacas, plus gardens to explore. No advance booking is needed.

The county council page does not list an entry charge. Check the official site for any charges for animal feed or events.Directions

Coming up near Emsworth

Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
19 Oct
MusicHavant · 3 km

Glastonbury The Movie: The 30th Anniversary Cut

A 4K rebuild of the 1993 film of the Glastonbury Festival, shown in its original CinemaScope format with a new Dolby 5.1 surround mix, followed by a Q&A. The screening runs 87 minutes with no interval, at The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre in Havant. It suits music fans and families, with tickets from £9.

From £9Directions
Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
15 Nov
Christmas marketsHavant · 3 km

Christmas Fair at The Spring, Havant

The Spring's yearly Christmas fair brings local makers selling ceramics, textiles, glass, jewellery and photography. The café and bar are open, and the day ends with a carol singalong led by local singer-songwriter Archie McKeown.

Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
3 Dec to 2 Jan
Christmas lightsHavant · 4 km

Christmas Light Trail at Staunton Farm

An after-dark Christmas light trail at Staunton Farm, run by Enlightened Moments rather than the farm. Entry is in timed slots from 4.30pm and must be booked in advance.

From £10Directions
Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
12 Dec to 22 Dec
Meet Father ChristmasHavant · 4 km

Santa's Grotto at Staunton Farm

Hampshire County Council's Staunton Farm runs a Christmas grotto on six December days, starting in Father Christmas' garden with hot chocolate and a pretend snowball fight. Each child meets Father Christmas, receives a wrapped gift and can then spend the rest of the day on the farm.

From £15.95Directions
Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
24 Oct to 1 Nov
HalloweenHavant · 4 km

The Curse of Staunton Trail

Staunton Country Park's Halloween trail is a self-guided outdoor puzzle with clues and facts to find along the way. Each pack includes a trail guide, a pencil and a creepy craft, and is collected from the Coach House Reception.

From £5Directions
Old houses on Town Hall Road in HavantPhoto of Havant: Robin Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0
28 Oct
Pumpkin pickingHavant · 4 km

Pumpkin Carving at Staunton Country Park

Staunton Country Park runs pumpkin carving sessions in October, with a pumpkin and tools provided for each child. Sessions are booked in advance and the pumpkin is taken home in a box.

From £6Directions

Free things to do near Emsworth

The straight path of the Hayling Billy Trail between hedgesPhoto: Peter Holmes, CC BY-SA 2.0
WalksHavant · 3 km

Hayling Billy Trail

A former railway line linking Havant with the southern end of Hayling Island, now a route for walking and cycling. The northern section has been resurfaced, and the council is improving the rest of the trail in stages.

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