The British Science Festival 2026, hosted by the University of Southampton, is taking place from 16 to 20 September. The programme is below; all events are free but need to book!
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Aug 1, 2026 in News | 0 comments The British Science Festival 2026, hosted by the University of Southampton, is taking place from 16 to 20 September. The programme is here; all events are free but need to book https://britishsciencefestival.org/ Here is a message from the Turner Sims Concert Hall: “Join us on Wednesday 16 September for a very special evening to celebrate the start of the British Science Festival 2026,...read more
Southampton City Council Ranger Team are hosting a very special FREE Nature Kids activity for accompanied early years children at Portswood Rec tomorrow, Saturday 1 August 1030 to 1230!
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jul 31, 2026 in News | 0 comments This is “a special opportunity to get up close to nature!” Info courtesy of Friends of Portswood Rec.read more
Dementia friendly events/activities for week beginning Monday 3 August 2026 for across Southampton, courtesy of Caraway
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jul 31, 2026 in News | 0 comments Dementia News, Southampton – August 2026 MEMORY CAFÉS • WELLBEING ACTIVITIES • OTHER CAFÉS Hi All It’s school summer holidays but our cafes continue through August so check what’s happening each week in our Dementia News. Two groups starting in September, our Living Well with Dementia, for those recently diagnosed, and for any carers, our next Course for Carers also starts in...read more
SCC Bus Service Changes from 30 August 2026
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jul 31, 2026 in News | 0 comments Click on the link below: SCC Bus Changes Leaflet webread more
ALERT: Information received from Southern Water today (30/7/26) regarding planned work on Bassett Avenue starting 3 August for 2 weeks
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jul 31, 2026 in News | 0 comments “We will be carrying out planned work on Bassett Avenue, Southampton, starting 03 August for two weeks. During this time a diversion will be in place for traffic heading southbound towards Southampton city centre. Please allow additional time for your journey. We apologise for the inconvenience caused. For more information, including a diversion route, please visit”...read more
Portswood PACT Meeting 12 August, 6.30 – 8pm at St Denys Community Centre, Priory Road
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jul 31, 2026 in Crime Incidents, News, Police Liaison Meetings | 0 comments “Dear all, You are all invited to Portswood PACT meeting Wednesday 12 August / 6.30 – 8.00pm at St Deny’s Community Centre, Priory Road, St Deny’s SO17 2JZ The PACT meetings are a cornerstone of our community engagement efforts. These meetings serve as a vital platform for residents and...read more
There are lots of events/activities at Portswood Library for children over the summer period! We understand that “Children aged 8 and under should be accompanied at all times.”
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jul 28, 2026 in News | 0 comments Info courtesy of SCC ‘Library News and Events’: – Fantastic Football Crafts / Tuesday 4 August / 10.30am to 12noon / Ages 4+ – Aimee Hayward – local author visit / Tuesday 11 August / 11am to 11.30am / Ages 3+ – Picture Book Collage Crafts / Tuesday 18 August / 10.30am to 12noon / Ages 4+ – Fab Friendship Bracelets / Tuesday 25 August / 10.30am to 12noon...read more
