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YMCA Fairthorne Group

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    • 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
    • Treetots & Forest BabiesOutdoor toddler & parent group mornings in nature
    • Little ConkersOutdoor baby & parent group sessions
    • Day VisitsSchool activity day visits to Fairthorne Manor

    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 Accommodation Accommodation buildings at Fairthorne Manor for groups
    • Venue Hire Room & venue hire across Hampshire & Isle of Wight
    • Corporate Team Building Corporate team building days available all year

    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 event supporting young people into employment
  • 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

    • Treetots & Forest BabiesOutdoor 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 employment event for young people
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YMCA Fairthorne Group
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    • Little Conkers
    • Day Visits
    • Activities at Fairthorne
    • Campsite
    • River Access
    • Group Accommodation
    • Venue Hire
    • Sports Groups
    • Uniform Groups
    • Adventures Away From Home
    • Young Carers Festival
    • Fairthorne Manor
    • Eastleigh
    • Andover
    • Southampton
    • Portsmouth
    • Isle of Wight
    • Holiday Club
    • Day Camps
    • Residentials
    • Treetots & Forest Babies
    • Nurseries
    • Little Steps, Giant Leaps
    • Weston Community Library
    • Andover
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    • Eastleigh
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Posts By: Rosie Waters

Young Carers Festival 2026 – Booking Now Open

Posted 2:06 pm by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Impact, News.

The world's largest festival of young carers returns 26th-28th June. YMCA Fairthorne Group is proud to once again be working...

Holiday Club is back! – School Holiday Childcare

Posted 1:17 pm by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, News.

As the new year begins, many parents find themselves asking the same question: “What are we going to do for...

Feeding the Andover Community – Delivering over 60 Essential Food Hampers

Posted 12:56 pm by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Impact, News.

For years, YMCA Andover has been proud to prepare and deliver essential food hampers to members of our local community...

Winter Loneliness Support in Eastleigh – Join Our YMCA Chatty Café

Posted 9:44 am by Rosie Waters & filed under Community.

ymca eastleigh, eastleigh community centre, chatty cafe scheme Finding Connection This Winter at YMCA Eastleigh As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, winter can often feel...

A Year of Positive Community Impact. Looking Back at 2025

Posted 4:26 pm by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Impact, News.

2025 was a busy and meaningful year for us here at YMCA Fairthorne Group. Across Hampshire and the Isle of...

End of Year Message from the CEO

Posted 12:01 pm by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Impact, News.

Click here to watch Our CEO, Phillipa Spicer, would like to wish everyone a joyful festive season. Read below, or...

WorkL Accreditation – Celebrating Our Employee Engagement Milestone

Posted 9:43 am by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Impact, News.

Celebrating Our Employee Engagement Milestone We are proud to announce a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to fostering an...

Ready Steady Listen at YMCA Fairthorne Manor Nursery

Posted 6:51 pm by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Early Years.

Celebrating a Wonderful Week of Reading at YMCA Fairthorne Manor Nursery At YMCA Fairthorne Manor Nursery, we are passionate about...

Understanding SEND Support at YMCA Fairthorne Group Nurseries

Posted 9:09 am by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, Early Years, News.

At YMCA Fairthorne Group, we are proud to support children in their early years development, and believe that every child...

Outdoor Activities for Scouts and Guides: What Makes Them So Valuable?

Posted 11:32 am by Rosie Waters & filed under Community, News, Schools and Groups.

Outdoor activities for Scouts and other uniformed groups lie at the heart of their development, offering young troops the opportunity...
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Recent News

  • Countdown Begins for the Young Carers Festival 2026
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  • A reflection from CEO Phillipa Spicer on local priorities, growing pressures and the importance of partnership at a time of change
  • New chapter for Fairthorne Manor Nursery as inclusive baby room is opening and manager Leanne Murrey appointed

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Fairthorne Manor
Southampton
SO30 2GH

Registered Charity No: 1090981
Housing Association No: 4875
Company No: 4336719

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