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YMCA Fairthorne Group

    Featured

    • Day CampsWeek-long themed adventure days during school holidays
    • Holiday ClubIndoor & outdoor childcare activities during school holidays
    • ResidentialsSchool trips to Fairthorne Manor — 95 acres & adventure activities
    • TreetotsOutdoor toddler & parent group mornings in nature
    • Little ConkerOutdoor baby & parent group sessions
    • Day VisitsSchool activity day visits to Fairthorne Manor
    • EventsUpcoming events across all our locations
    • Adult & Corporate GroupsTeam away days, corporate events & adult group bookings

    Experiences & Activities

    • Activities at FairthorneFull range of outdoor & adventure activities on site
    • CampsiteSeasonal public campsite at Fairthorne Manor
    • River AccessWater activities April–September, launching at Fairthorne

    Group Booking & Hire

    • Group AccommodationAccommodation buildings at Fairthorne Manor for groups
    • Venue HireRoom & venue hire across Hampshire & Isle of Wight

    Clubs & Regular Activities

    • Sports GroupsRegular sports sessions for all ages
    • Uniform GroupsScouts, Guides & more — day & residential options

    Funding

    • Adventures Away From HomeFunding to help young people access outdoor adventures
    • Young Carers FestivalAnnual festival supporting Young Carers
  • Our Locations

    • Fairthorne ManorOur flagship outdoor activity centre in Hampshire
    • EastleighYMCA services & facilities in Eastleigh
    • AndoverYMCA services & facilities in Andover
    • SouthamptonYMCA services & facilities in Southampton
    • PortsmouthYMCA services & facilities in Portsmouth
    • Isle of WightYMCA services & facilities on the Isle of Wight

    Activities & Childcare

    • Holiday ClubIndoor & outdoor childcare activities during school holidays
    • Day CampsWeek-long themed adventure days during school holidays
    • ResidentialsSchool trips to Fairthorne Manor — 95 acres of adventure

    Early Years

    • TreetotsOutdoor toddler & parent group mornings in nature
    • NurseriesSettings across Hampshire & Isle of Wight, 4 months to school age
    • Little Steps, Giant LeapsOur early years curriculum framework

    Community

    • Weston Community LibraryBaby groups, craft sessions & community activities
    • AndoverCommunity events & activities in Andover
    • NewtownCommunity centre in Southampton
    • EastleighCommunity centre & community fridge
  • Youth Housing at YMCA

    • Youth HousingOverview of our youth housing support services
    • BasingstokeSupported housing for young people aged 18–30
    • SouthamptonSupported housing for young people aged 18–30
    • Isle of WightSupported housing for young mothers, expectant mothers & babies
  • About YMCA

    • About UsOur mission, values & history
    • Impact Case StudiesReal stories showing the difference we make
    • Meet the TeamThe people behind YMCA Fairthorne Group
    • News & ResourcesLatest updates, reports & downloads
  • Get Involved

    • CareersCurrent vacancies & working at YMCA
    • VolunteeringGive your time & make a difference
    • FundraisingHelp us raise vital funds for young people
    • Young Carers FestivalBack our annual festival for Young Carers
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YMCA Fairthorne Group
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    • Holiday Club
    • Residentials
    • Treetots
    • Little Conker
    • Day Visits
    • Activities at Fairthorne
    • Campsite
    • River Access
    • Group Accommodation
    • Venue Hire
    • Sports Groups
    • Uniform Groups
    • Adventures Away From Home
    • Young Carers Festival
    • Events
    • Adult & Corporate Groups
    • Fairthorne Manor
    • Eastleigh
    • Andover
    • Southampton
    • Portsmouth
    • Isle of Wight
    • Holiday Club
    • Day Camps
    • Residentials
    • Treetots
    • Nurseries
    • Little Steps, Giant Leaps
    • Weston Community Library
    • Andover
    • Newtown
    • Eastleigh
    • Youth Housing
    • Basingstoke
    • Southampton
    • Isle of Wight
    • About Us
    • Impact Case Studies
    • Meet the Team
    • News & Resources
    • Careers
    • Volunteering
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    • Young Carers Festival
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Posts By: Natasha Edwards

Apprenticeships and Opportunity at YMCA Basingstoke

Posted 9:42 am by Natasha Edwards & filed under Staff Insight.

On Thursday 19th March 2026, YMCA Basingstoke welcomed Connor from BCOT (Basingstoke College of Technology) to deliver an employability session…

Building Confidence, Identity and Independence at YMCA Basingstoke

Posted 9:40 am by Natasha Edwards & filed under Staff Insight.

Four years ago, a young person moved into YMCA Basingstoke facing significant challenges. He was experiencing poor mental health, engaging…

Unearthing Fairthorne’s Hidden History

Posted 9:39 am by Natasha Edwards & filed under Staff Insight.

Earlier this year, a metal detecting survey at Fairthorne Manor revealed something remarkable: physical traces of the soldiers who once…

Finding Stability and Confidence

Posted 2:11 pm by Natasha Edwards & filed under Staff Insight.

Every month, our supported accommodation provides a safe and stable place for young people to begin rebuilding confidence, independence, and…

Raise Funds for YMCA – At No Extra Cost

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Did you know you can support YMCA Fairthorne Group simply by shopping online? Through easyfundraising, retailers donate a percentage of…

Wellbeing From January to February

Posted 1:46 pm by Natasha Edwards & filed under Staff Insight.

January can feel like a long month, so it was wonderful to see so many of you getting involved in…

Common Ground First Edition

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Common Ground is a new monthly snapshot designed to help everyone feel informed, connected, and supported across YMCA Fairthorne Group….

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YMCA Fairthorne Group

Fairthorne Manor
Southampton
SO30 2GH

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Housing Association No: 4875
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