Nation Player

Listen Live
Steve Power Photo
Steve Power

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Nation Radio Advent Calendar with Visit Southampton

Count down to Christmas and look back on another fantastic year of Nation Radio across the UK!

Follow our social media pages so you'll never miss a door unlocking - and keep reading to find out how to make the most of the holiday season from Visit Southampton!

From late-night shopping and delicious dining to sensational shows, an ice rink and family-friendly events, Southampton is packed with things to do this Christmas.

Explore Southampton this Christmas with the free Snow Windows trail running from 29th November – 31st December. Follow the North Pole and South Pole routes through the city centre to discover 20 windows, each transformed into a unique, beautifully designed snow scene. Unscramble the clue letters to reveal the festive word and take your completed map to the end locations where children can receive a FREE prize. Find out how to get your map here. This trail is bought to you by GO! Southampton and sponsored by Brackenwood Windows. 

Southampton Christmas Market is back! See Southampton transform into an unmissable festive wonderland of fun and entertainment, complete with glittering lights, hot and refreshing drinks, delicious food, and alpine chalets with plenty of independent vendors offering unique hand-made gifts for a spot of Christmas shopping.

Southampton's theaters come alive with the magic of Christmas, offering a delightful array of holiday shows to enchant audiences of all ages. From heartwarming classics to dazzling, contemporary productions, this year's line-up of performances will be sure to make your Christmas season extra special. See the much-anticipated panto of the year, Jack in a Beanstalk at Mayflower Theatre, or The Wind In The Willows and The Very Hungry Caterpillar Christmas Show at MAST Mayflower Studios which is made especially for little ones. For more shows taking place over the winter click here.

Make your visit even more memorable with a stop to see everyone’s favourite bear. Head to Westquay to take a seat next to Paddington in celebration of his latest adventure, Paddington in Peru, in cinemas now!

This Christmas, get offers, discounts and more from your favourite Southampton businesses with the SO card. To view the latest offers and to get your free digital card, click here.

For all things Christmas in Southampton go to www.visitsouthampton.co.uk/christmas to plan your visit.

On Air

  • Steve Power

    3:00pm - 7:00pm

  • Andy Jackson

    7:00pm - 11:00pm

More from Nation Player