Things to do in Portsmouth this weekend

Thursday is the new Friday, right? So the weekend starts here and here are what you can look forward to this weekend:

Paint and drink night sounds like a disaster waiting to happen, but apparently not.

Join Paint Chill Co. for an evening of chilled painting, this Thursday, hosted by its professional local artists who will be providing step-by-step guidance and banter, to help you unleash your creativity and become your very own artist for the evening. Absolutely no experience required. All materials provided.

Held at Southsea Castle where originally it was an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII. Southsea castle is a historic landmark well know in the local area and Paint Chill Co has created a quirky spin on this iconic landmark for you to paint and offer a sense of 'place' in your home.

Tickets are £25 per person, and you can take your painting home with you that evening! Please arrive 15min before at the Slug and Lettuce on Palmerston Road. Grab a drink, sign in and find a seat. For more information ring 07756678897.

Food and drinks are available for purchase from the venue and are not included in the ticket price (unless specified). Outside food and drink are not allowed. Events are for adults, 18+ only.

That should give you a good start.

Then on Friday 17th august head to the real Southsea Castle for their summer champagne bar.

If you fancy trying out singing as a hobby, The Milton Glee Club Choir invites everyone - young and old - to try out singing at one of its free taster sessions on 17th August.

The sessions are open from everyone aged 12 and up. They're free, friendly and there are no auditions. See about becoming a valued member of this 4-part, 100-strong mixed choir, which is this year celebrating its 70th anniversary!

On Saturday 18th August join the Hotwalls Team who will work with Colas Ltd to host a beach clean, covering the beautiful stretch of sea and pebbles behind the Studios. Join in from 10 am as the team sweeps the beach for litter as part of a wider commitment to take care of the environment around us.

More actions are available on the Visit Portsmouth website

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