Bishopstoke Players

02/10/2026

Our first review is in and it's a good one! https://sceneoneplus.com/sherlock-holmes-and-the-chronological-conundrum-2/ . If you haven't got your tickets yet for for "Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum", don't delay! Some tickets still available for today and tomorrow https://www.bishopstokeplayers.uk/buy-tickets/

Bishopstoke Players Durley Memorial Hall, SouthamptonJon Cockeram 01 October 2026 There have been many great detectives over the years, from Miss Marple to Inspector Morse, but none have endured quite as well as Sherlock Holmes, the creation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Not only was he brought back fr...

27/09/2026

It's show week! This Thursday, 1st October, "Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum" takes to the stage at Durley Memorial Hall at 7.30pm.

Packed with plenty of laughs, this gloriously silly Sherlock Holmes spoof by Adrian Barrett finds the great detective confronted with his most baffling case yet: a right royal chronological conundrum that defies all logic. "Queen Victoria Dead" shout the early editions; "Queen Victoria Alive!" shout the later ones. But both can’t possibly be right … can they?

Join us to discover whether Queen Victoria is dead, alive … or something even stranger. The game is afoot — book your tickets now!

Performances are at Durley Memorial Hall from Thursday 1st to Saturday 3rd October at 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Tickets are £13 (£8 under-16s) and are available online from https://www.bishopstokeplayers.uk/buy-tickets/ (no booking fee) or via our ticket line 07871 006551 or email [email protected]

As we are proud to have done every year since 1947, proceeds will be donated to the charity Action for Children.

PLEASE NOTE: “Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum” contains strong language and may not be suitable for younger children.

24/09/2026

Egads, Watson, is that an audience out there?

Come and see Sherlock as you've never seen him before, in Bishopstoke Players' gloriously silly comedy, "Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum".

Packed with plenty of laughs, this Sherlock Holmes spoof finds the great detective confronted with his most baffling case yet: a right royal chronological conundrum that defies all logic!

Performances are 1st-3rd October in Durley Memorial Hall at 7.30 (doors open 7pm). Tickets are £13 (£8 under-16s) and are available online from https://www.bishopstokeplayers.uk/buy-tickets/ (no booking fee) or via our ticket line 07871 006551 or email [email protected]

PLEASE NOTE: this play contains some strong language and may not be suitable for younger children.

As we are proud to have done every year since 1947, proceeds will be donated to the charity Action for Children.

03/09/2026

In exactly four weeks time our autumn production Sherlock Holmes & The Chronological Conundrum opens at Durley Memorial Hall!

Packed with plenty of laughs, this gloriously silly Sherlock Holmes spoof finds the great detective confronted with his most baffling case yet: a right royal chronological conundrum that defies all logic.

With the occasionally helpful Dr Watson and the perpetually perplexed Inspector L’Strade, Holmes must uncover the truth. Is Professor Moriarty behind this impossible mystery? If so, what devilish scheme is he plotting this time?

Filled with laughter, mystery, twists and Victorian nonsense, “Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum”, by Adrian Barrett, is the latest production from Bishopstoke Players.

Join us at Durley Memorial Hall in October and discover whether Queen Victoria is dead, alive … or something even stranger.

The game is afoot — book your tickets now!

Performances are at Durley Memorial Hall from Thursday 1st to Saturday 3rd October at 7.30 (doors open 7pm). Tickets are £13 (£8 under-16s) and are available online here (no booking fee) or via our ticket line 07871 006551 or email [email protected]

As we are proud to have done every year since 1947, proceeds will be donated to the charity Action for Children.

PLEASE NOTE: “Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum” contains strong language and may not be suitable for younger children.

05/08/2026

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One victim. Countless secrets. Who can you trust?

Step into the world of Hell Hath No Fury…, a thrilling Murder Mystery Dinner Experience where lies, betrayal and revenge lead to a shocking murder.

📅 29, 30 & 31 October
🕖 7pm | 🕑 31st October also at 2pm

🎟️ Adults £15 | Under 16s £10
🍽️ Includes a two-course meal

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🕵️ Will you uncover the murderer… or become their next victim?

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20/06/2026

Come and say hello to us at Durley Church Fete today! You can enter the raffle and win a pair of free tickets for our next show, ‘Sherlock Holmes & The Chronological Conundrum’!

17/06/2026

Come and say hi to us at Durley Church Fete this Saturday!

23/05/2026

It’s official! Our autumn play is ‘Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conundrum’, written by our very own Adrian Barrett and directed by Barry Kitchen (The Railway Children, The Shadow Factory).

Open auditions for this hilarious comedy caper will take place on Tuesday 26th May at Durley Memorial Hall, starting at 730pm prompt.

Main Cast:
Sherlock Holmes
Dr Watson
Mrs Hudson
Inspector L'Strade / Moriarty (played by the same actor)

Additional Cast:
Vicar
Irene Adler
Bow Street Runners x2
Costume Department x2
Baker Street Irregulars x2
Barista/Barrister
Drag Queen Victoria

Come along and have a go! Everyone is welcome and there are lots of small parts suitable for people of all ages and experience.

19/05/2026

A massive thank you to everyone who came and watched ‘Be My Baby’! We very much appreciate your support and hope you enjoyed the show.

Also, a big shout out to all of our wonderful front of house and backstage volunteers; without your help we’d achieve very little!

Open readings for our autumn show are tonight and on Thursday, 730 pm at Durley Memorial Hall, all welcome. Come along and join the family!

Bishopstoke Players is an amateur drama group based near Eastleigh in Hampshire, UK. We currently perform three shows per year in Durley Memorial Hall and donate proceeds from our shows to the charity Action for Children, which we are proud to have done since 1947. BE MY BABY Our next production is....

13/05/2026

Last night was our final dress rehearsal before ‘Be My Baby’ opens on Thursday evening. We played to a small private audience of members and we can honestly say there wasn’t a dry eye in the house! Our wonderful actors and crew have created something very special indeed.

Our opening night is tomorrow and there are still a few tickets available. Grab yours today for an evening of fantastic entertainment (and don’t forget your hankie!!).

Performances will be in Durley Memorial Hall (Durley Brook Road, SO32 2AR) from Thursday 14th to Saturday 16th May at 7.30pm (doors open at 7pm).

Tickets are £12 (Under 16: £8) and are available via:

Web: https://www.bishopstokeplayers.uk/buy-tickets/ (no booking fee)

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 07871 006551

As we are proud to have done every year since 1947, proceeds will be donated to the charity Action for Children.