Leisure Land used for events

There are many green open spaces across Southampton providing ideal places to hold events.

Weston Shore

Location to City Centre
3 miles approx
Transport Links
Frequent bus route
Car parking areas
Description
Weston Shore is a 2.2km long stretch of public open space on Southampton Water between Woolston and Netley. The inter-tidal mudflats along the shore are of international importance for the waterfowl and is designated a site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It is a unique site, a seafaring gateway and the city's only significant publicly accessible water frontage. As part of a successful regeneration bid, a government regeneration grant has been used for improvements to the area.
Facilities
Play equipment on foreshore, toilets, pitch and putt.
Events
The area has been used for many events including Sea Wings 2000, Tall Ships Parade of Sail, Southampton Salutes the Spitfire, Grand Day Out and family activities.


Mansel Park

Location to City Centre
3.3 miles approx
Transport Links
Frequent Bus Route
Description
Mansel Park is a large open space of approx 10 hectares located in the Redbridge area, west of Southampton.
Facilities
Football pitches
Events
Past events have included community fairs, sporting and recreational activities.

Veracity Ground

Location to City Centre
3 miles approx
Transport Links
Frequent Bus Route
Description
Veracity Ground is a large recreational area within the heart Sholing.
Facilities
Sporting Equipment and football pitches
Events
Past events have included community fairs, sporting and recreational activities.

St James Park

Location to City Centre
2.8 miles approx.
Transport Links
Frequent Bus Route
Description
St James Park is situated in Shirley, sometimes known as Shirley recreation Ground. The park has a large open grass area alongside a play area and tennis courts. The kiosk inside the park was recently opened by the Friends of St James Park following refurbishment.
Facilities
Kiosk,toilets, tennis courts, play area
Events
Past events have included Park 100 and family activities.

Location
You can view a map showing the above locations via google maps

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If you require further information about holding an event on leisure land or would like to contact somebody about this page please email events@southampton.gov.uk