Things to do in and around Andover this weekend

Thruxton Circuit will be hosting its Retro Fest across the weekend of Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, with community day on Sunday, July 5, featuring a mix of vintage motorsport, live 80s music, fairground rides and community stalls.

The event is being billed as a family‑friendly day out, with food vendors and children’s activities alongside the racing, and organisers are encouraging visitors to book tickets in advance.

Claire, Amelie, Mark and Elloise ready for battle (Image: Newsquest)

In the town centre, Andover’s regular Saturday market will return to the High Street, with stalls expected to include fresh fruit and veg, a butcher’s van, baked goods and pet supplies. Traders are set up from early morning through to late afternoon, offering a chance to shop local and support independent businesses while picking up weekend essentials.

For those looking for a day out with a difference, the Hawk Conservancy Trust at Weyhill will be open throughout the weekend. The award‑winning attraction runs a full programme of daily flying displays featuring eagles, vultures, owls and other birds of prey, with special themed events scheduled across the summer. Families are advised to check timings and availability online before travelling.

Closer to the town centre, the Riverside Activity Zone and Andover Leisure Centre continue to offer indoor options if the weather turns. Bowling, laser quest and virtual darts are available at Riverside, while the leisure centre provides swimming pools and a Clip ’n’ Climb wall for children and adults. Both venues are popular in the school holidays and at weekends, so advance booking is recommended where possible.