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Half term is upon us, and with the weather set to be dry and bright where better to spend the week than in Southsea? Whether you are looking to brush up on your history and culture at one of the city's museums, or to spend a fun-filled day at the arcades at Clarence Pier there is something for the whole family. Clarence Pier Southsea is one of the largest amusement parks on the south coast and hosts arcades, rides and activities for the whole family. If the weather turns there is always the option to head into Pirate Pete's; one of the largest indoor children's playgrounds on the south coast, catering for children and toddlers with a variety of fun, soft play areas. For those looking for somewhere to rest their feet and grab some food, there is also a great selection of food and drink outlets along the seafront and around Clarence Pier. Southsea is alive with history and there are many museums and cultural landmarks to visit including Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, ...

Following the revelations about the racial and cultural diversity of the crew of the Mary Rose seen on Channel Four’s documentary Skeletons of the Mary Rose: The New Evidence, the Mary Rose Museum has planned an Easter jam-packed with events to celebrate, between 6 and 22 April 2019. King Henry VIII himself will be gracing his favourite warship with his presence at various points in the holidays, bestowing guests with royal blessings or condemning them to death, depending on his will and whim. Visitors can join Henry VIII for a Royal Audience and listen to his first-hand account of the dramatic sinking of the Mary Rose. There has also been a rumour that the King’s sixth and last long-suffering wife, Katherine Parr, will pay a visit (perhaps for some respite from caring for her ailing and gouty husband). Sir Charles Brandon will also be stopping by to admire his brother-in-law’s ship. The royals and visitors will also have a chance to admire The Many Faces of Tudor Britain, an...