The Crate Trafalgar

🌊 Family Fun Days 🌊 - Wednesdays in August FREE ENTRY
2026-08-05 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-12 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-19 11:00 - 15:00 UTC
📍 Location: Crate Café Trafalgar, Portchester
📅 Every Wednesday in August
🕚 11:00am – 2:00pm
️No Booking Required.
Make Wednesdays the highlight of your summer holidays with our Crate Café Summer Family Days!
Join us every Wednesday throughout August for a fun-filled afternoon of seaside themed activities designed to keep little ones entertained while parents relax with great coffee, delicious food and stunning waterfront views.
Whether you’re staying for an hour or spending the afternoon with us, there’s plenty to enjoy for the whole family. Activities Include:
‍☠️ Pirate Treasure Hunt
🎨 Decorate a Pirate Hat
🪼 Make Your Own Jellyfish
🐚 Decorate Seashell Pictures
🫧 Bubble Fun
️ Colouring Competition
🌿 Nature Spotting Trail
‍♀️ Mermaid Crown Making
Activities may vary slightly each week, giving families something new to enjoy every visit.

No booking is required, simply drop in between 11:00am and 2:00pm.
Children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or responsible adult at all times.
Activities are suitable for a range of ages, although younger children may require additional adult assistance.
Food and drink are available to purchase throughout the event for adults and siblings.

Bring the family along, get creative, enjoy our beautiful waterfront setting and make some unforgettable summer holiday memories at Crate Café.

LIVE MUSIC: Celia and Louis 4.30-7.30pm FREE ENTRY
2026-08-08 16:30 - 19:30
🎶 Live Music at The Crate Trafalgar — Summer 2026
Catch those sundowner vibes out on the waterside decking as laid‑back local talent brings the evening to life with classic covers and easygoing energy. The perfect soundtrack to a warm summer night.
Sat 8 Aug 4.30-7.30pm Celia and Louis – Laid back contemporary and classic covers @celiandlouis
Sat 15 Aug 4.30-7pm Freddy Sax – @freddysaxo
Sat 22 Aug 4.30-7.30pm Jamie B – Foot stomping, crowd pleasing covers – @jamieb_music

LIVE MUSIC: Freddy Sax 4.30-7pm FREE ENTRY
2026-08-15 16:30 - 19:00
🎶 Live Music at The Crate Trafalgar — Summer 2026
Catch those sundowner vibes out on the waterside decking as laid‑back local talent brings the evening to life with classic covers and easygoing energy. The perfect soundtrack to a warm summer night.
Sat 15 Aug 4.30-7pm Freddy Sax – @freddysaxo
Sat 22 Aug 4.30-7.30pm Jamie B – Foot stomping, crowd pleasing covers – @jamieb_music

🎨 OTTER SIP AND PAINT – 16TH Aug
2026-08-16 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a calm and relaxed afternoon painting your own adorable otter!
In this guided workshop, you’ll be supported step by step to create a charming otter portrait, from soft fluffy fur and expressive eyes to playful details that bring your painting to life.
Whether you’re completely new to painting or simply looking for a relaxed creative escape, this session is all about slowing down, having a go, and enjoying the process.
No experience needed – just come along, unwind, and enjoy a gentle, welcoming atmosphere while creating your own lovable otter masterpiece.
Book your tickets here!!

LIVE MUSIC: Jamie B Music 4.30-7.30pm FREE ENTRY
2026-08-22 16:30 - 19:30
🎶 Live Music at The Crate Trafalgar — Summer 2026
Catch those sundowner vibes out on the waterside decking as laid‑back local talent brings the evening to life with classic covers and easygoing energy. The perfect soundtrack to a warm summer night.
Sat 22 Aug 4.30-7.30pm Jamie B – Foot stomping, crowd pleasing covers – @jamieb_music

🌊 Family Fun Days 🌊 – Wednesdays in August FREE ENTRY
2026-08-26 11:00 - 15:00

CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT FROM 4pm
2026-09-05 16:00 - 22:00

LIVE MUSIC: Freddy Sax 4.30-7.30pm FREE ENTRY
2026-09-12 16:30 - 19:30
🎶 Live Music at The Crate Trafalgar — Summer 2026
Catch those sundowner vibes out on the waterside decking as laid‑back local talent brings the evening to life with classic covers and easygoing energy. The perfect soundtrack to a warm summer night.
Sat 12 Sep 4.30-7.30pm Freddy Sax – Smooth, soulful sax tones 🎷

🎨Sip & Paint Highland Cow Painting Workshop
2026-09-13 16:00 - 18:00
🎨Highland Cow Sunday Afternoon Painting Workshop
✨ Sunday 13th September
⏰ 4-6pm
📍 The Crate Trafalgar, Portchester
💷 £27 (all materials included)
Join us for a relaxed, feel-good evening painting your own highland cow – full of personality!
In this step-by-step guided workshop, you’ll be supported to create a striking piece. Whether you’re completely new to painting or just fancy a creative night out, this session is all about enjoying the process and building confidence as you go.
No experience needed – just come along, unwind, and let yourself get creative in a warm, welcoming space.
BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE!!

LIVE MUSIC: Cristian Herrera 4.30-7.30pm FREE ENTRY
2026-09-19 16:30 - 19:30
🎶 Live Music at The Crate Trafalgar — Summer 2026
Catch those sundowner vibes out on the waterside decking as laid‑back local talent brings the evening to life with classic covers and easygoing energy. The perfect soundtrack to a warm summer night.
Sat 19 Sep 4.30-7.30pm Cristian Herrera – Feel the warmth and passion of authentic live guitar 🎶
