Page 40 • The HERALD • 12th March 2026 v F @heraldpublishing v OUT & ABOUT ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF EXBURY ere is always something new to see at Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway. A spring spectacle of countless rhododendrons and azaleas, towering magnolias and spectacular camellias; a summer packed with perfect perennials and dreamy riverside walks; a ery feast of autumn foliage; a winter wonderland of festive fun. A visit to Exbury will take you on a 200-acre journey, through a collection of gardens that will delight and inspire. From the naturalistic Da odil Meadow and Rock Garden to the more formal feel of the Centenary and Sundial Gardens, plus Camellia and Hydrangea Walks, a sprawling Herbaceous Garden, beautiful ponds, cascades and glorious views across the Beaulieu River. You’re sure to make a new discovery at every turn. While you are there why not discover the thrill of a real steam train ride. Climb aboard at Exbury Central, the replica Victorian station, and enjoy an elevated view of the Rock Garden on a twenty-minute journey that takes you through a tunnel, over a bridge and around Dragon y Pond. Don’t forget to pick up a copy of the children’s Steam Railway Explorer activity sheet and look for clues as you enjoy your rail journey. Go along to Exbury this Easter to enjoy the beauty of magnolias, rhododendrons and camellias, and a fun free family Easter trail around the gardens. ere may even be a chocolate treat at the end! www.exbury.co.uk Enjoy the beauty of Exbury Marchwood Veterans Breakfast Club Are you a Service member of the Armed Forces, a Veteran or family member of someone Serving? If so, 17 Port & Maritime Regiment RLC would like to welcome you to their monthly Breakfast Club which is open to all current and ex-Military Services, all Ranks, all ages and families. e aim is to come together as an Armed Forces Family, catch up with friends, help social interaction and mental health, talk about current and past experiences, support towards housing (SFA’s and Social), Resettlement support for Civilian life, job networking and general wellbeing advice. Go along and enjoy a full English Breakfast at a very small cost of £7 with unlimited free brews at St Georges’ Restaurant, 17 Port & Maritime Regiment RLC, McMullen Barracks, Cracknore Hard Lane, Marchwood, SO40 4ZG, on the fourth Saturday of the Month between 10am and 12noon. All persons attending will need to book into the Guard Room on arrival and will require photographic ID. You will then be directed to St Georges. Community Cinema Listings Tuesday 31st March, (A week later than normal due to work being done at the Parish Hall) Hythe Cinema is showing e Roses at Hythe and Dibden Parish Hall, at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets are £6 available from Lovells or on the door. Friday 3rd April Calshot Community Cinema is showing Nuremberg at St Georges Hall in Calshot, 7.30pm, £5 on the door. Saturday 4th April Fawley Community Cinema is showing Nuremberg at Jubilee Hall in Fawley, 7.30pm, tickets £5 available from Jubilee Hall. Tuesday 7th April Hythe Cra Cinema is showing e Secret Life of Walter Mitty at Hythe and Dibden Parish Hall, doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start, tickets £6 from Fully Woolly or on the door. Friday 10th April Hythe Children’s Cinema is showing Gabby’s Dollhouse e Movie at Hythe and Dibden Parish Hall, doors open at 4pm for 4.30pm start, tickets are FREE and available from Meeple Play Café.
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