Gather your friends and family for a fun-filled day out at the Lordshill Autumn Fair 2026 on Saturday 10th October 2026! Hosted by Dream Empire Events at Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill (Romsey Road, Lordshill) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM BST, this seasonal celebration offers free entry and free on-site parking for all visitors. Packed with local shopping stalls, autumn crafts, live music, delicious food and drink, exciting reptile encounters, and a free-to-enter fancy dress competition with prizes to be won, it is the perfect autumn day out for all ages.
Event Schedule & Timings
Schedule and timing details for the Lordshill Autumn Fair 2026:
- Event Date: Saturday 10th October 2026.
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM BST.
- Fancy Dress Competition: Free-to-enter children’s and family fancy dress contest held during the afternoon with prizes awarded on stage.
- Reptile Encounters & Stalls: Interactive animal displays, live music, craft stalls, and food vendors operating continuously throughout the day.
Event Highlights & Autumn Family Activities
Key attractions and entertainment featured at Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill:
- Craft & Shopping Stalls: Browse a wide variety of local artisan crafts, seasonal decorations, autumn gifts, and homemade treats.
- Free Fancy Dress Competition: Come dressed in autumn or festive costumes to enter the competition with exciting prizes to be won.
- Reptile Encounters: Hands-on experience to meet, learn about, and safely hold incredible reptiles.
- Live Music & Entertainment: Stage performances and live acoustic sets throughout the venue.
- Food & Drink: Hot and cold food traders, sweet treats, and seasonal refreshment stalls available on site.
Ticket Information & Entry Guidelines
Admission policy and venue details:
- Free Admission: Completely free entry for visitors of all ages.
- Organiser Information: Hosted by Dream Empire Events.
- Accessibility: Full ground-level indoor and outdoor accessibility suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs across the academy site.
How to Get to Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill
Travel options for reaching Romsey Road, Lordshill, Southampton (SO16 8FA):
- By Bus: Bluestar 7 and Bluestar 17 run direct services from Southampton City Centre and Shirley straight to Lordshill Centre and Romsey Road, just a few minutes’ walk from the academy gates.
- By Car: Accessible via the M27 (Junction 3) or via Romsey Road (A3057) heading towards Lordshill.
- By Train: Southampton Central and Millbrook stations are the nearest rail stops, with connecting Bluestar buses running directly to Lordshill.
Where to Park at Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill
Parking information for visitors attending the event:
- On-Site Main Car Park: Free visitor parking is available directly within the grounds of Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill off Romsey Road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Lordshill Autumn Fair 2026 taking place?
- The event takes place on Saturday 10th October 2026, running from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM BST.
- Where is the Lordshill Autumn Fair located?
- The fair is hosted at Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill, located on Romsey Road, Lordshill, Southampton (SO16 8FA).
- Is there an entry fee or ticket required?
- No, admission is completely free for everyone and no advance tickets are required.
- Is parking free at the venue?
- Yes, free on-site parking is available in the main car park directly within the grounds of Oasis Academy Lord’s Hill.
- What activities are available for children and families?
- Families can enjoy live music, local craft and gift stalls, hot food and drinks, a free fancy dress competition with prizes, and hands-on reptile encounters.