All around the country kids count down the days until the school holidays, and Hampshire is no different! There’s always something fun to look forward to and depending on what time of year, a festive event to get prepping for.
With that in mind, we wanted to give you a head start and fill you in on all the school term, bank holiday and Hampshire school holidays dates this year. You’re welcome!
Hampshire School Holiday Dates 2023/24
- Term Starts: 1st September 2023
- Autumn Term: 1st September – 15th December 2023
- October Half Term: 23rd October – 27th October 2023
- Christmas Holiday: 18th December – 1st January 2024
- Spring Term: 1stJanuary – 12th April 2024
- February Half Term: 12th – 16th February 2024
- Easter Holiday: 29th March – 12th April 2024
- Summer Term: 12th April – 23rd July 2024
- May Half Term: 27th May – 31st May 2024
- Summer Holidays: 24th July – 30th August 2024
Hampshire School Holiday Dates 2024/25
- Term Starts: 2nd September 2024
- Autumn Term: 2nd September – 20h December 2024
- October Half Term: 28th October – 1st November 2024
- Christmas Holidays: 23rd December – 3rd January 2025
- Spring Term: 6th January – 19th April 2025
- February Half Term: 17th February – 21st February 2025
- Easter Holidays: 7th April – 21st April 2025
- Summer Term: 21st April – 22nd July 2025
- May Half Term: 26th May – 30th May 2025
- Summer Holidays: 23rd July – 31st August 2025
Any school Inset days (teacher training) will be shared by your individual school via school newsletter or email. So check ahead.
Top activities for the Hampshire school holidays
Here at Day Out With The Kids, we’re all about finding that next, fantastic day out. Whether that be scaling the ramparts of a castle or exploring the cool, blue depths of an aquarium, there’s always something new to do in Hampshire and we’re here to help you find it.
Castles
There are a handful of lovely castles in Hampshire, from the craggy remains of Odiham Castle to the grand halls of Winchester. Take a flight of fancy by grabbing some sticks and demanding a duel with your gang or imagine dragons hanging off the arches!
Country Parks
Who doesn’t love a ramble in nature and what better way to get the kids away from their screens during the school holidays? Hampshire is covered in open, green spaces and plenty of farms which are great for springtime days out. Pack your wellies and a picnic blanket for a tour of the country parks in Hampshire.
Go Karting
If you thought Hampshire was just a quiet, country spot, think again. There is some great Go Karting here and more than a few tracks to fill the Hampshire school holidays with; plus add the right training and all the gear, and kids can zoom and vroom the weekend away.
You’ve got all the tools you need to make the school holidays brilliant so start planning now with a look at things to do in Hampshire. Happy holidaying!
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