Walk the War in partnership with the Nuffield Southampton Theatres

Southampton was the premiere military port during World War One but much of its wartime history is hidden from view. Between 29th June and 14th July the Nuffield Southampton Theatres is premiering a new play about the story of the SS Mendi which was bringing 823 South African men, volunteers for the British Army, and bound for the Wester Front, dubbed the ‘Black Titanic’ it was a terrible maritime disaster. To complement this production we are staging two themed walks telling other hidden history:-

Swaythling & The Remount Depot
A walk around the original village of Swaythling and the story of the War Horses of being readied to send to the Front
Thursday 14 June
Start: 10.30 a.m. 
Meet: St Mary's Church, South Stoneham,
Tickets £5 (accompanied children free)
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The Story of Netley Hospital
 Built in response to the horrors of the Crimean War, Netley Hospital was at the front line of the new concept of Global War and the horrific destruction of the first industrial conflict. After your tour, why not take time to visit the War Graves Commission Cemetery, which is also part of the history of the site or the new exhibition in the restored Chapel.
Start: 10.30 a.m.
Meet: outside the cafe, Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley

Saturday 30 June 
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Sunday 1 July
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