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Upcoming Events

Thu, 22/05/2025 07:30 PM
Tickets: £10 Michelangelo – Love and Death explores the life and legacy of the Renaissance master whose genius shaped art history. From the breathtaking David and Pietà to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel ceiling, his works continue to captivate. This cinematic journey spans Europe’s great museums and chapels, offering expert insights and Michelangelo’s own words to reveal his tempestuous life, creative brilliance, and enduring influence. Returning to cinemas in 2025 for his 550th birthday, this film celebrates the sculptor, painter, architect, and poet who remains one of history’s greatest artists. Directed by David Bickerstaff – Produced by Phil Grabsky Running time:…
Fri, 23/05/2025 07:30 PM
Tickets: £20 The unique “feel-good” 1940’s show, as featured at Dame Vera Lynn’s Charity Gala Nights and TV’s Dad’s Army. Famous Wartime tunes & “sing-a-long” songs brought to life by the singers and multi-instrumentalists of the “Five Star Swing” band, ("Superb, they swing like crazy!” – Sheila Tracy, BBC). Featuring Simone from the latter days of the Ivy Benson Orchestra plus Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for Glenn Miller’s Brother, Herb and the BBC Radio Big Band. Running time: 120 minutes including an interval. Age recommendation: All are welcome.
Sat, 24/05/2025 10:30 AM
Tickets: £7 Back by popular demand, we’re back with a new season of heritage walks! The aim of each walk is to identify evidence of human activity in the landscape and think about what this might tell us about the past. Our guide, Nigel Brown, will help reveal features and suggest interpretations, focussing each week on a broad theme or topic. Walk starts at 10:30am and last around 1.5 to 2 hours. Open to all and requiring just a modicum of fitness. Tickets are just £7 and will need to be purchased ahead of the walk. We ask that no dogs, apart from…

Box Office Telephone: 023 9247 2700

The Spring Museum

The Museum at The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre celebrates and recognises the history of our Borough, the people who have lived here and their stories.

Our Museum is open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 4pm and for one hour before evening performances.

Entry to the museum is free.

Highlights of the Museum:
  • Find out how life was lived in Havant with our collection of objects that look at local life thoughout history
  • Explore our 1950s re-created kitchen and decide if you could manage without a microwave or freezer
  • Discover the past glory of the Hayling Billy train line with displays, films and an interactive model
  • Explore fascinating facts about famous local brands, including Scalextric, Tampax and Kenwood.
  • Enjoy the beauty of three hand-painted Royal Doulton wall tile panels that once adorned the walls of the Havant War Memorial Hospital children’s ward
In addition you can:
  • Take part in our Family Museum Activity Trail
  • Research your family history, your local area or your own specialist subject in our free-to-use Research Room.
  • Hear experts share their knowledge in our Heritage Talks
  • Learn more about your local area in our Heritage Walks
  • Get involved in our community projects, outreach work and research projects

This Spring is open on Monday - Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00 pm

The Spring Cafe and Bar

Our welcoming café serves a variety of hot and cold lunch options, homemade cakes, and hot drinks, all prepared by our friendly team. Families are well catered for with our children’s lunchboxes, locally made ice cream, and refreshing milkshakes. Check out our current daytime food menu here.

During the year we also offer special seasonal specials – make sure to pop in to see what’s on the menu!

For café and bar enquiries, please drop us an email or call 023 9224 9069 – we are happy to discuss catering for your event at The Spring.

Our Role Play Area

Have fun exploring our well-equipped role play area here at The Spring – open 10am to 4pm from Monday to Saturday and free for all families. The role play area is situated next to our comfortable cafe, which serves drinks, lunches and homemade cakes.

Children love to play make-believe and the huge benefit of imaginative role play to their educational, creative and social development is widely recognised.

The role play area at The Spring will inspire, educate and ignite childrens’ imaginations. While you’re here, why not take a look at our Family Museum Activity Trail too?

The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre Registered Charity No. 297353

Your Visit

We are delighted to welcome everyone into our building, and we will always do our best to help make your visit enjoyable. If you require any access requirements, please contact our friendly box office team by calling 023 9247 2700

How to get to us

The Spring is just a short walk from Havant rail and bus stations. A Pay and Display car park is located near to the venue, but spaces are limited. Should the car park be full, there are multiple options within a short walking distance and are open 24 hours.

Opening hours

The Spring’s usual opening hours are 10am-4pm Monday to Saturday, closed on Sundays. The building is open 1 hour before evening performances.

Cafe – Monday-Saturday, 10am – 3pm (Hot food served until 2.30pm)
Bar – Opens 1 hour before an evening show
Museum – Monday-Saturday, 10am – 4pm
Box Office – Monday-Saturday, 10am – 4pm (and 1 hour before an evening performance)

Bank holiday opening hours:
Friday 18th April – Good Friday Open for evening performance only.
Monday 21st April – Easter Monday Closed
Monday 5th May – Early May Bank Holiday Closed
Monday 26th May – Spring Bank Holiday Closed
Monday 25th August – Summer Bank Holiday Closed
Thursday 25th December – Christmas Day Closed
Friday 26th Decembeer – Boxing Day Closed

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