#Bargate (Southampton)

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stop the far right – national day of protest today (august 10th)

here is the list of current demonstrations taking place today nationally

London - Reform UK HQ, 83 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0HW – 2:30pm

Colchester - Colchester War Memorial, High Street 1pm

Taunton - Town Centre, Market House – 2.30pm

Southall - Unity Hall, Southall Town Hall UB1 3HA – 12pm

Nottingham - Brian Clough Statute, Nottingham city centre – 1pm

Southampton - Bargate - 12pm

Hull - Queen Victoria Square – 10am

Norwich - Gentleman’s Walk - 12pm

Chorley - Union Street, Chorley PR7 1AE - 1pm

Preston - Friargate Pedestrian Area – 2pm

Sheffield - Sheffield City Hall – 12pm

Hackney - St Augustines Tower, Narrow Way, Hackney Central E8 1HR – 12pm

Leicester - Meet outside HSBC Bank, Humberstone Gate - 12pm

Shrewsbury - The Square - 12.30pm

Weymouth - Meet outside The Range, New Bond Street – 11am

Lancaster - Town Hall steps – 12pm

Stratford - Stratford Bus Station (old shopping centre side), E20 1EH – 11am

Derby - Meet Council House, marching to The Spot – 11am

Liverpool - Pier Head - 12pm

Coventry - Millennium Place, CV1 1JD – 1pm

Brixton - Windrush Square SW2 1JQ – 1pm

Abergavenny - Opposite Waterstones – 11am

Dumfries & Galloway - Planestanes - 11am

Wakefield - Cedar Court Hotel, Denby Dale Road, Wakefield, WF4 3QZ - 12pm

York - St Helen’s Square – 4pm

Cardiff - Nye Bevan statue - 1pm

Newcastle - Grey’s Monument – 9:30am

Calderdale - Outside Wilko’s, 2 Southgate, HX1 IDR - 12pm

Portsmouth - Guildhall Square - 1pm

Eastbourne - Outside Barclays Bank, Terminus Road - 1pm

Tower Hamlets - Altab Ali Park, Alder Street - 5pm

Islington & Haringey - Finsbury Park Mosque St Thomas’s Road N4 2QH – 2pm

Dundee - City Square, Dundee – 12:30pm

Hastings - Hastings Town Centre Robertson St, outside Owens - 12pm

Oxford - Bonn Square - 11am

Lincoln - Lincoln High Street, Speakers Corner - 2pm

Edinburgh - outside Scottish Parliament - 11am

Stoke - Hanley Town Hall, Stoke-on-Trent - 12pm

Manchester - Piccadilly Gardens - 11am

Harlow - The Obelisk, Broadwalk - 1:30pm

Birmingham - Outside Waterstones, Birmingham City Centre - 12:30pm

more information here, not necessarily comprehensive, so explore local organisers and groups if your area doesn't have anything! list may expand so check the link for updates.

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the southampton bargate postcard ca. 1900s

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The Bargate, Southampton

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Shopping Malls in Southampton

Some of the best shopping malls in Southampton include Westquay, Bargate, Marlands, Robin’s Nest Emporium, and Beatnik Emporium. It is a top-class shopping destination offering some of the best shopping malls in Southampton. The exceptional array of shops in Southampton makes it the number one shopping destination in Hampshire, with two indoor shopping centres, a wide range of markets, and much more. The largest shopping mall in Southampton is Westquay. It is renowned for offering a wide array of options with everything and anything available under one roof. It is a 75,000-square-metre mall that brings together about 130 high-street brands and aspirational fashion boutiques under one roof. For detailed information about it, refer to our blog on Shopping Malls in Southampton.

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Communicating in Colour - Research

For our Communicating in Colour brief, we have to design four postcards using a destination of our choice as inspiration. The goal is to give a new identity to this location, something different from what the place is most known for. One of the key aspects of these designs is colour and how we can use it to express and redefine the identity of our chosen locations.

My chosen location will be my home town of Southampton.

Southampton is most known for its maritime history, famously known as the departure point for the RMS Titanic on its ill-fated maiden voyage in 1912. The city's connection to this historic event is commemorated in the SeaCity Museum, located in the centre of the city. Additionally, Southampton is known for having one of the largest and busiest ports in the UK. It's a major hub for cruise ships, with many cruises starting and ending their journeys in the city. The port also plays a crucial role in the import and export of goods.

Another aspect of Southampton that is well known is the mediaeval walls and Bargate. Southampton boasts some of the best preserved mediaeval city walls in England, dating back to the 12th century. Bargate is an iconic mediaeval gatehouse that serves as a symbol of Southampton; it was part of the city's ancient defences.

Of course, Southampton is also well known in the sporting world for its football team, Southampton FC, also known as the Saints. The team sports an iconic red and white colour scheme.

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Vigil at 1 p.m. on Sunday 4th June in Southampton

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Join the Space Race: UK Agency Launches Space for Everyone Tour

  The UK Space Agency’s Space for Everyone tour will showcase the role of space in improving life on Earth and highlight the diverse and varied career paths open to young people looking to enter this fast-growing industry - demonstrating how space works for them, and how they can work for space. The tour will feature a 72 feet replica rocket for young people to learn more about how the UK is launching into space, and also include hands-on experiences to engage and fire up the imagination. Trained hosts and industry experts will be on hand to share more about the role of satellites and the varied careers available in the UK space sector.  

UK Space Agency’s Space for Everyone tour. Photo by UK Space Agency.   British astronaut Tim Peake said: The Space for Everyone tour will demonstrate the incredible capacity of space to inspire. It took thousands of people to make my mission to the International Space Station possible and there is a huge variety of careers on offer in space right here in the UK. I hope this activity sparks an interest in the future generations who will take our space sector to new heights. The Space for Everyone tour will visit: - Southampton - West Bargate: 1-5 June - Swansea - Dylan Thomas Square: 22-26 June - Leicester - National Space Centre: 29 June - 3 July - Bradford - Centenary Square: 6-10 July - Belfast - Cathedral Gardens: 20-24 July - Aberdeen - Queens Links: 3-7 August - Newcastle - Times Square: 10-14 August - Hull - Queen Victoria Square: 17-21 August - Great Yarmouth - Sea Life Gardens: 24-28 August - Hastings - Hastings Pier: 31 August - 4 September   Ian Annett, Deputy CEO at the UK Space Agency, said: Our Space For Everyone tour is an exciting opportunity for our next generation to see first-hand what it is really like to work in the space sector and to learn about careers in this growing and exciting industry. The space sector requires various skills – many not traditionally associated with it – and champions inclusivity and the need for innovation. You don’t have to be a rocket, as there are a host of skills and talents needed to bring space closer to our daily lives and improve our understanding of this critical part of the environment for the benefit of the planet and its people.   Aside from inspiring the next generation, this tour is about highlighting the opportunities within the space industry for people of all backgrounds; championing inclusivity and the need for innovation. The roadshow is free and open to all ages, and the hope is that it will ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering, and maths in everyone who attends. Find out more about the Space for Everyone: Rocket Roadshow on the website or follow UK Space Agency on social media.  

UK Space Agency logo. Photo by Global Panorama. Flickr.  

About the UK Space Agency

The UK Space Agency is a government agency responsible for the UK's civil space program. It was established in 2010 with the merger of the British National Space Centre (BNSC) and the UK Space Exploration Programme (UKSEP). The agency is responsible for promoting, coordinating, and funding all aspects of space exploration in the UK. One of the key goals of the UK Space Agency is to increase public awareness and engagement with space exploration. The agency works closely with schools, universities, and other organizations to inspire young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). It also supports research into new technologies that can be used in future space missions. In addition to its educational activities, the UK Space Agency is also involved in a wide range of international collaborations. These include partnerships with NASA and other major international space agencies on projects such as Mars exploration and satellite communications.   Sources: THX News & UK Space Agency. Read the full article

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Southampton. Bargate, North Side.

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Southampton Toast Rack Tram No.2 (1916).

Southampton had a horse-drawn tram system from the mid-1800s, but by 1876 it was obvious that they were falling behind other major cities, and needed a modern transport system.  Problems included the reluctance to electrify the tram system, the intrusiveness of tram lines, and the difficulty of getting through Bargate.  To deal with these issues, the Southampton Tramways Company was formed.

The tram pictured above was cut in two in 1916, enabling it to pass through Bargate, and was known as a “toast rack”.

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Southampton is home to some of England’s best-preserved medieval town walls. The Bargate – the historic entrance to the medieval town – is a Grade I listed medieval gatehouse, built in the 12th century. The walls – including 8 gates and 29 towers – stretched for 1 and a quarter miles around the town when they were completed in 1380. • Where else have you visited in the UK where there are historic town/city walls? • You can find out more about Southampton’s (more recent) history under the Local History header on our website 📚🤓 👀 • #History #LocalHistory #Landmark #Medieval #Architecture #Southampton #Hampshire #Bargate #Historic #OldTown #TownWalls #CityWalls #VisitEngland #ListedBuilding #GradeIListed #HistoricBuilding (at Southampton Bargate) https://www.instagram.com/p/CB3PmQhpW5T/?igshid=1g1l6e5ksk3wa

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Southampton's Tudor House and Garden. The timber-framed building facing St Michael’s Chirch at St Michael’s Square was built in the late 15th Century. Southampton has some of the most complete medieval town walls in the country. They were built in stages over 300 years, with the first being dating from 1290. Source: https://tudorhouseandgarden.com/planning-your-visit/explore-old-town/old-town-walk/ #travel #globalgypsy #details #heritagebuilding #traveladdict #traveladdicts #bargate #StMichaellschrch #Tudorhouse #traveladdiction #ARTchitecture #Southampton #FotoQuartet #godisinthedetails #wandering #photoart #awesome #adventurist #London #UK #England #LHR #awe #medieval (at Tudor House and Garden)

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Here are some of the pictures uploaded by http://www.bargatequarter.co.uk/ about what they want to do with the Bargate shopping centres site.

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Cruising From Southampton, England

 Introducing Southampton Southampton found fame in the 20th century as England's most important port for the major cruise lines. In terms of number of passengers, the busiest route used to be the transatlantic crossing to the USA.  However in 1939 the first ever Pan Am  passenger flight across the Atlantic Ocean signalled the finish of this golden era of ocean travel. In the following years Southampton came to prominence as a major Cruise port. Southampton is known as the 'Cruise Capital' of England and is home to many of the world's finest cruise lines.  Southampton's natural deep harbor, unique double tide and effective Ship Traffic Control allow the port to berth the largest vessels, from large container ships to today's huge cruise ships. The port is split between the Eastern Docks and Western Docks. The Mayflower and City Cruise Terminals are to be found at the Western Docks, whilst the QE2 and Ocean Cruise Terminals are to be found at the Eastern Docks. The Eastern Docks saw probably Southampton's biggest moment in history. In 1912 the Titanic departed from White Star Dock (near Ocean dock) on its maiden voyage. When the ship went down, of the 1500 lives lost, 500 were crew who lived in Southampton and the impact on the city was huge.

Take a Tour of The City of Southampton The City of Southampton is normally viewed as a port of departure, and not many cruise passengers linger to investigate Southampton itself.  But if you've spare time either before or after your cruise, there's a lot to do and see. Old Town During medieval times, the city was encircled by a stone wall with imposing gateways. The 'Bargate' at the northern entrance to the old town, is still the city's most famous landmark. The building makes a good point to begin the walk of walls. Visit the wall's towers, the remains of the castle, the West Gate, the ruins of the old friary and God's House Tower where you'll find is home to} the Archaeological Museum (free entry). Other noticeable places are the fully restored Medieval Merchants House, the Maritime Museum found in the Wool House (free entry), with its moving Titanic exhibits,  and the remarkable Tudor House, another (free) museum with gorgeous grounds.

Theater The Mayflower theater puts on leading  shows throughout the year. Aviation Museum The Solent Sky Aviation Museum showcases the pioneering work of the Supermarine Spitfire's creator, RJ Mitchell. The Titanic Trail Stroll around the city taking in memorials and places with connections to the Titanic. The walk commences at the Musicians Memorial and stops at the Maritime Museum, located in the Wool House at Town Quay, which presents the history of the tragic voyage. The Jane Austen Walking Trail Jane Austen first visited Southampton as a child and she vacationed in the city. Later on she lived in the city. The Trail visits buildings associated with the author. Available Cruises Cruises from Southampton go to the Baltic Sea, Canary Islands, round Britain, Norwegian Fjords and the Mediterranean.   Transatlantic and even round-the-world cruises are also available. If you're UK based cruises departing from Southampton are easily accessible, thanks to its excellent rail and road links. For a comprehensive listing of cruises leaving from Southampton see Cruises from Southampton at Cruise Schedules.

Cruise Ship Terminals Eastern Docks Queen Elizabeth II Terminal The QE2 terminal was opened by HM Queen Elizabeth II in 1966. The dock is the home of Cunard's cruise liners, Queen Mary II, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria. Facilities include a short stay car park, a bar, a taxi rank and a cafe. The viewing area is not open to visitors. Ocean Cruise Terminal The first Ocean Cruise Terminal was an iconic Art-Deco construction. Sadly this was demolished in 1983 The replacement building, completed in 2009, is hugely different from the earlier building, being a large up-to-date design with curved lines. Facilities available are  a short stay car park, a taxi rank, a bar and cafe. Western Docks

City Cruise Terminal This Terminal has completed a 7 year refurbishment to increase its size. It can now handle the large 'Freedom Class' cruise ships of Royal Caribbean International. Facilities available include a short stay car park, a taxi rank, a bar and cafe. The nearby Mayflower Park is a great place to watch ship sailings.

Mayflower Cruise Terminal The Mayflower Cruise Terminal, opened in 1960, has long been associated with the P&O fleet of cruise ships. Facilities include a taxi rank, a bar and cafe, and viewing gallery.

Horizon Cruise Terminal

Horizon Cruise Terminal Berth 102

The newest terminal in the Western Docks is the Horizon cruise terminal, which was inaugurated in 2021.  A full range of facilities for checking-in are available.

Getting to the Cruise Terminals

By Car The M27 motorway, linking towns bordering the south coast of England, passes to the north of Southampton. The M3 motorway links Southampton to London and also, by linking to the A34 road at Winchester with the Midlands and North. The M271 motorway, off the M27, connects it with the Docks and city centre.

On the Train Direct trains connect Southampton with London, and many parts of the UK. There is an every 30 minute service between London Waterloo and Southampton Central. Rail routes run eastwards towards Portsmouth, north towards the Midlands and beyond, and west to destinations like Salisbury,  Bath, and Bristol. From outside the train station you can either catch a taxi, or there is a free CityLink bus service between the rail station and Town Quay every fifteen minutes.

By Aeroplane From London Heathrow There is a National Express coach  running to and from Heathrow Terminal every hour. From London Gatwick Airport Take the train to Southampton Central rail station. From Southampton Airport  Catch a taxi to the docks. The airport is excellently connected, with  flights from Belfast, Newcastle, Edinburgh,Jersey, Guernsey, Leeds Bradford, Manchester, Glasgow, Isle of Man, Alderney, Liverpool, Aberdeen.

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March at 1 p.m. on Sunday 21st May in Southampton