19th February 2026 • The HERALD • Page 39 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL EVENTS v Mother’s Day Sunday 15th March A spellbinding day out is in store for visitors of all ages at e Watercress Line in Hampshire when the enchanting Magic of Locomotion event returns this February half-term. e magical event, running until 22nd February, combines the thrill of heritage steam train travel with plenty of fun entertainment for an enjoyable day out. And this year, there’s extra excitement with a special appearance of the Railway 200 Inspiration exhibition train on 19th and 20th February. e family-friendly exhibition train will call into Ropley Station as part of its tour of Britain, celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. ere’s free entry to go on board and discover interactive displays exploring the past, present and future of the railways. In addition to heritage train rides through the Hampshire countryside, visitors can marvel at magic in the Old Goods Shed in Alresford, where two di erent family-friendly magic shows will be performed twice daily. e family fun continues on board with a closeup magician travelling on the Alresford train, who will dazzle with impressive tricks and interactive moments. Young visitors can keep the magic going with an activity sheet of tricks to take home and try for themselves, while free colouring sheets will be available at Alton for a creative break during the day. Families wanting to relax and refuel can stop o at the West Country Bu et at Alresford for a selection of delicious food and drinks, while the Alton Kiosk will be open for snacks and refreshments. Visitors can also browse the Alresford Shop for gi s and souvenirs to remember their day. Rebecca Dalley, CEO of e Watercress Line, said: “Magic of Locomotion is always a joy to start off the year, and we’re delighted to be welcoming families back this February. We’re conjuring up plenty of activities to spark curiosity and delight in visitors of all ages and this year, there’s the exciting bonus of the Railway 200 Inspiration train on 19th and 20th February. It’s a mustsee addition to this exciting half-term event. Make sure you book soon as there are limited spaces if you want to visit the Inspiration Train.” Visit: watercressline.co.uk/ special-days/magic-of-locomotion Conjure Up Railway Magic At The Watercress Line Mother’s Day Treats At The Pamper Pod from Marion and Holly It’s that time of year again when a day is set aside to show appreciation for our mothers, mother gures or a lady close to our hearts! Here at the Pamper Pod we o er a range of beauty, massage and healing treatments to relax and spoil. A mother and daughter team providing a calming escape from everyday life! Below are the list of treatments currently available from Marion Jenkins erapies and Beauty by Holly Emma. Not sure what she’d like? Call Marion on: 07789 199776 to have a chat and we’ll work it out together for a truly bespoke experience! Swedish massage – full body, back, neck and shoulder or any combination you wish. Reflexology – foot massage providing deep relaxation, aid pain relief and help improve sleep. Deep Tissue back, neck and shoulder – releasing those tension knots you didn’t know you had! Indian Head Massage - ease tension and headaches plus a whole host of other bene ts! A gentle massage covering shoulders, neck, upper arms and face. Lymphatic Drainage Massage – helps to reduce uid retention, support immune system, relieve neuropathy. Ayurvedic Face Lifting Massage – we hold a lot of tension in our head and face; this massage relaxes the muscles, optimises the ow of nutrients into the skin on the face, improves muscle tone and stimulates lymphatic ow. Reiki Healing - A gentle hands on healing works on the chakras (energy centres) of the body to realign the ow of energy (chi) helping to balance body and mind. Sound Bath – a 15 minute add on to any treatment. Low mood, feelings of anxiety and tension can be reduced and an overall sense of well being induced. Gel Manicure or Pedicure – A splash of colour or a more muted tone for the hands or feet. Lash Lift and Tint – de nes the lashes to beautifully frame the eyes and remove the need for mascara! Brow Lamination and Tint – our brows are a prominent feature on the face – get them looking their best for maximum impact! The Pamper Pod Wellness Cabin Holly and Marion Enjoy magical moments at The Watercress Line this half-term Romsey Country Market Romsey Country Markets will take place at e Corn Exchange from 8.30am to 3pm on Saturday 7th March. At the Romsey Town Hall and Community Café from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Fridays 27th February and 13th March. At Braish eld Village Hall (SO51 0PN) from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Saturday 28th February. ey love to cook, cra and grow just for you, so go along for a great range of home produced items such as seasonal fruit, vegetables, cakes, preserves, plants and cra s. Please check their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ romseycountrymarket or visit: www.hampshirecountrymarkets.co.uk
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