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It's been a difficult time for Petersfield women's rams football side. A victim of their own success jumping 3 leagues in just 2 seasons. But although results have not gone their way in the new division so far, there is a chance to progress in the Plate competition where they take on a Portchester side at home. Shine radio take a trip to Smartspaces stadium to see how they got on. https://petersfi...

Julie and Mike take the Shine Radio microphones to a Dementia Walking Football match at the Taro Centre. Meet the participants, the organisers and hear how this gentle sport provides important social contact and personal exercise for so many people living with dementia. The recording was made in the summer - in case you were wondering about the references to hot weather! You can find out more abou...

Bramshott & Liphook Parish Council have just launched an exciting new event for December on the Village Green. Laura and Geraldine told Mark Simpson more about Light Up Liphook. Do join them for The lighting of the Village Tree, switching on the village Christmas lights, performances from Liphook Infants School Choir, Liss Band, carols, lights, the Scouts Barbecue, mulled wine, hot chocolate a...

The Town Square was filled to capacity as hundreds of people attended the Remembrance Day service and parade to the War Memorial where young people read out the names inscribed there. Many organisations and people joined the Petersfield Royal British Legion in laying wreaths at the Memorial, including all our Councils, our MP, schools and many voluntary and service organisations. We hear from serv...

On the day before Remembrance Sunday, 8 November, and the forthcoming Armistice Day on Wednesday 11 November, volunteers from the Petersfield Society are refreshing the planters around the memorial with flowers of significance, as a mark of respect.  It is also part of work with local councils about planting in Petersfield places. Volunteers Beth and Hannah speak to Mike Waddington about it.&...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Local MP explains his new role in the shadow cabinet. Local man makes a splash on the world stage. We preview this weekend’s sport. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 6 November, 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Chance to vote for ideas that could improve Petersfield. New look play areas have officially opened in Liphook. Some Highlighted local job opportunities. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 5 November, 2026 See omnystudio...

Our official Petersfield personalities of the year are switching on the Christmas lights in The Square this year. Shine Radio's Joff Lacey and Geoff Wootton lead the fun with music, food, drink and the big countdown to the town's festive illumination. There'll be enjoyable heartwarming performances from schools and drama groups and The Salvation Army band will lead the carol singing. Put the date...

Two local musicians have joined forces to launch a brand-new venture with a big idea: bringing local artists and independent venues together to create more opportunities for live music – and making sure everyone gets a fair slice of the pie! Zehra Peermohamed and Ian Otway, members of local band Fate of the Magpie, are putting their experience in the music industry to good use. They've devel...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Free lip-reading sessions at Winton House. Petersfield Festival Hall welcomes a new team member. What’s needed at the food bank this week? To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 4 November, 2026 See omnystudio.com/list...

Rob Back ran the 70 miles from London to Petersfield to celebrate his 70th birthday. He raised money for the Hannah’s Holiday charity.  Hear Rob speak to Shine Radio's Nieve Carson about his ultra-marathon journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petersfied Town Council's Mayor, Councillor Jamie Matthews, talks to Mike Waddington about what's been happening in the community and within the Council, mainly the preparations for the Budget. This will be set in January and already has pressures (like the National Insurance increase) but also how savings have been made in a new Grounds Maintenance contract, which started in October. He also comm...

This month, Julie Butler discovers the wonderful work of Canine Partners. Julie first came across the organisation at the South Downs Show last August. After listening to a talk by their volunteer, Simon Robinson, she was so interested that she wanted to find out more. Join Julie as she takes us on a journey to discover more about Canine Partners. First, she chats with Simon and Ewen to learn abou...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Butser Police report. Purple Poppies remember the animals who served too. Flute player plays with her band and for her special charity. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 3 November, 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield has held its fifth dementia festival. The Rams are out of the Wessex League Cup after back to back defeats. There are thirty seven winners in this week’s East Hampshire community lottery. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Pu...

Petersfield men's rugby team suffered a big loss last weekend and now have the task of having to move on and forget. But they have just a week to do it and on Saturday they take on Havant Dolphins at Penns Place. The women's side also take on the Havant Dolphins but from a much different perspective....riding on cloud nine after a stunning 65-0 victory the previous week.  https://www.petersfi...

There's an unwritten universal law known in stargazing as 'Spode's Law' which says if something can go wrong it will go wrong! For stargazers, this usually manifests as cloudy skies whenever there's an astronomical event; but allow Sky Watch to introduce you to one Guillaume Le Gentil, an 18th century French astronomer who was perhaps the unluckiest observer ever! Discover what you can see in the...

Jarvis the working cocker and Bailey the labrador are highly trained Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) dogs.  Along with veteran handler Graham Currie, the dogs are first responders to disaster scenes in the UK such as train crashes or collapsed buildings. Bailey is also an ISAR dog - working internationally as part of a search and rescue cooperation that came into being after the 9/11 attacks...

Local MP Damian Hinds is now the Shadow Spokesperson on Health and Social Care. It is high profile and a demanding, complex area of policy. Speaking to Mike Waddington he talks about the role and the large consensus there is around policy but differences must be debated as a road to better solutions.  He talks about the areas that need to be under consideration and his own 'red lines.' He als...

On Wednesday 11 November at 6pm at Winton House on the High Street, local people can 'pitch' for small amounts of a few hundred pounds to improve an area, launch a group or other ideas that need support.  Small amounts can do significant good says Linda Wallace, Chief Executive at PHA Homes, talking to Mike Waddington.  Linda explains the simple process of 'pitching', encouraging people...

The lure of great music at one of the many stages at Victorious Festival last year brought old friends back together – and sparked something unexpected. Jo Gray met up with Petersfield teacher Joe and Abbie from James Joe to hear how a chance encounter, a twist of fate and a shared love of music led to the formation of the band. For more about their music find @jamesjoemusic on social media....

The Fifth Dementia Festival was held on Friday 30 October at Churcher's College. Inspired by the late Geoff Williams, Dementia Friendly Petersfield and Alton brought organisations together so people could learn more about dementia, find out about support and understand more. A vibrant, positive gathering with plenty going on - celebrating improvements but also the extensive network of organisation...

It was a very special afternoon with live band music from the Riverside Concert Band. They provided a lively mix of rock, pop and show favourites, all in aid of Canine Partners. It was particularly special to them as one of their band members, Jenni, was accompanied by her Canine Partner, Rain. She played the flute and helped organise the event. Shine Radio's Julie Butler was there to listen to th...

Downsizing the family home can be emotional, especially when it holds a lifetime of memories. Jo Jacob from Benella talks to Shine Radio on how to start those conversations early, plan ahead and make the next chapter a happy one. Whether you are downsizing or going through difficult times, planning is key. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 200 walkers braved the elements to take part in the nineth local Beacon of Peace Walk last Saturday. Although wet, the walk saw 28 charities walking to raise money for their causes. Every penny that gets raised goes straight back into the charities At the end of the walk we caught up with the Chairman Luft Rehman from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...