Petersfield Community Radio

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Lions launch their Christmas appeal Mia has this weekend's sporting results from the Petersphere. Petersfield’s McLaren event raises over £9,000 for donkey charity …and we’ve got this week’s results for East Hants Community Lottery. To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 17 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You probably drive through the Hindhead Tunnel just up the A3 from the Petersphere without giving it a second thought. Did you know there's a team that work 24-7 to keep it safe and operational? Orien talks to some of the hidden workforce from National Highways. He meets Jordan Cummings, a team manager based in the on-site control room, and Debbie Wood who is a Tunnel Safety Officer for the region. For TRIP advice visit the National Highways website & follow @HighwaysSEAST on X for any updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books. One Tree books are back in their premises from the 1st of the month so there is much to celebrate. This month there is no guest but as Michael Arnold has been selected for the Times Book of the Year, we are repeating part of his interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P brings you the best of local music this week chatting to Mark Vennis of Petersfield band Mark Vennis & Different Place. To get involved email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500 or use this link to send us your original music The Local Showcase | Petersfield's Shine Radio. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P brings you the best of our local music, this week chatting to Southampton Indie band MYRIAD. To get involved in the show email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500 or use this link to send us your original music The Local Showcase | Petersfield's Shine Radio You make it shine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P brings you this spooktacular Local Showcase this Halloween! To get your original music on the show email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500 or use this link to send it in to us The Local Showcase | Petersfield's Shine Radio. You make it shine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P brings you the best of local music this week including Tara Rez, Archie Mac, plus much more. To get involved and get your music on the show email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500, or use this link to send us your original music The Local Showcase | Petersfield's Shine Radio You make it shine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P plays you the best of our local artists. To get involved in the show email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500 and use this link to send us your original music The Local Showcase | Petersfield's Shine Radio You make it shine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P brings you the best of local music, this week bringing you Ellie Pettinati, Guilit Trippin', Harrison Rhys plus much more. To get involved and get your local original music on the show email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy P plays the best of your local artists this week chatting to ska band International Jet Set LIVE from The Wedgewood Rooms Foodbank gig organised by Gareth Howells of BEMIS, plus local musician Richard Palmer. To get your original local music on the show email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Digital Exclusion rising as more services turn to on line only Twelfth Christmas appeal for toys and festive food for local families Lottery site restored and winners announced and we have a Sports preview To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 14 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Heath and Pond are often called the 'jewel in Petersfield’s crown', with its abundant wildlife (including badgers at secret locations.) The Friends of Petersfield Heath run work parties of volunteers to carry out conservation work agreed with the Town Council, which includes woven ‘dead hedges’. The Work Party organiser is the Vice-chair Jordan Bleach and he explains the work they do. With 20 - 30 volunteers from primary school age to people in their 80s, they can achieve a great deal and more volunteers are always welcome. See Home - Friends of Petersfield Heath and Jordan says volunteers an contact him at vicechair.foph@outlook.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winners of the Petersfield Contribution to the Community Award, Watch Manager Stuart Jarrett, himself a fire fighter for almost 20 years, is pleased on behalf of the 12 crew and on-call Petersfield fire fighters. Speaking to Mike Waddington at the Fire Station, Stuart talks about why the award is important to them. He explains the on-call system. They had a quiet bonfire weekend which he sees as a sign of being safety aware. He does remind people not to take batteries (to use in toys) out of smoke alarms at ChristmasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Putnam, past President of Petersfield Lions appeals for good condition toys and games to be donated for the Christmas fair at the Festival Hall on 6 December (for the Queen Alexandra Hospital). Donations can be left at Winton House on the High Street. As well as supporting this cause Mary speaks about their envelop drop and Tesco street Collection which goes to other local charities - like the Kings Arms, the CAB, Home Start Butser, Fitzroy and the Foodbank. Speaking to Mike Waddington, she says Petersfield is very generous and that small gifts make a big difference. More at: Petersfield Lions Club (CIO) – Registered Charity Number : 1174868See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle has a mobile shop in a van that is helping us refill and unwrap. You can bring along your containers, weigh up as much as you need, and stock up on dried storage cupboard staples such as, pasta, grains and pulses, baking goods, cereals, herbs and spices. Not to mention eco, child and skin friendly toiletries and sustainable cleaning goods, without using more plastic. Mark Simpson visited Michelle on a Friday morning recently, in her Liphook location near the Millennium Hall, but she also visits Liss, Grayswood, Grayshott and Durleighmarsh Farm on other days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PeCAN is offering you the opportunity to visit a local ‘Warm Open Home’ to speak to the homeowner directly about the energy saving improvements they have made. You can look at the technology, ask residents about the installation process, and find out how much they are really saving on their energy bills as a result. Patricia Exley told us about the project. https://petersfieldcan.org/projects/home-energy/warm-open-homesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A brand-new cookbook featuring over 100 recipes has been brought to life by the students, teachers, and families of the Froxfield School community. What started as a simple idea from the Friends of Froxfield School (FoFS)—the school’s parent-led fundraising group—quickly grew into a project that included everyone. Jo Gray met parent and active FoFS member Sarah Dunsford, Headteacher Mrs Farrow, and some of the pupils. We will share details of how to buy the cookbook on our website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Town Council have appointed Jacob Gibson, 27, as the new Ranger, in partnership with the South Downs National Park Authority, to oversee the plans for the ecology and conservation of the Council’s green open spaces, including the Heath and Pond. He tells Mike Waddington that he brings a lot of experience and says there is much to build on here, and great volunteers and projects. He has worked on a lot of projects in Plymouth, the New Forest and also over seas in Panama and Nicaragua. He has a fondness for bats and had wanted to work in conservation since hearing of global warming in primary school. Many projects are to be launched so keep an eye on the Council's website and Facebook and of course, here at Shine Radio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Sun shines on Reeves and Broadway Park Froxfield School cookbook puts the fun into fundraising Hampshire Council steps up Blue Badge Fines …and we have a roundup of 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 4:58am on 13 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip Selby organises the monthly Current Affairs Group. He strongly believes in examining issues directly and arriving at opinions from that. The latest meeting on Wednesday 12 November was about the position of young people today and the guest speaker was Lisa Hillan, a manager from the Kings Arms. They spoke to Mike Waddington at Winton House. Lisa had come straight from the Kings Arms very successful AGM (at Petersfield Golf Club). Lisa spoke about what's different for this generation of young people and for parenting too. She also appealed for people of all ages to befriend young people and be positive role models for them. She also talks about the struggle for financial support for charities like the The next Current Affairs group is on 10 December, at 230pm at Winton House and has a speaker from Compassion in World Farming. Kings Arms at: Home | The King's Arms Lisa says, “n 2007, we moved from sunny San Diego to leafy Hampshire. With a background in teaching then law, I’ve found my calling in trustee roles with local charities, church volunteer activities, and school governance. Volunteering with KA took an interesting turn in 2018, when I joined the staff team to set up a second centre in Alton. Now I manage the Youthlink programme, networking with agencies, schools, charities and other organisations that support young people.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miso Asia has arrived in Petersfield and is bringing Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Thai dishes to the town. Owner and executive chef Sahil Ahmed is no stranger to the Petersphere as his father Nasir used to run Lemongrass. It was the family's ambition to return to Petersfield with a restaurant and they are looking forward to bringing Pan-Asian cuisine to the area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Rowan Ward next steps announced Are you looking to do some volunteering, then the next Volunteers Fair maybe helpful Old and young come together over gardening The Petersfield foodbank would love your support To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 12 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lanzante, a Petersfield company hosted a charity open day which gave car enthusiasts an exclusive opportunity to see behind the scenes of this McLaren hub. The workshop, offices and showroom were open to visitors. Co-owner Charlotte Lanzante spoke to Noni Needs about raising over £9,000 for the Hayling Island Donkey Sanctuary and what the future holds for the business. On show were supercar brands, including McLaren, Pagani, Porsche, and Bugatti. Lanzante is an expert in the design and build of tailored commissions based on some of the world’s most iconic supercar brands. It also provides ongoing support, maintenance, and preparation of high-performance and historic road and track cars. To read more click hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield Gardeners’ Club discusses beekeeping Repair Café to be launched in Petersfield Quiz night brings in fund for Home Start Butser East Hants community Lottery results delayed To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 11 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Men's and Women's hockey sides are all in action this weekend and KEVIN takes a trip to Bedales to watch the Women's 1st side take on the challenge of league leaders Salisbury https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/ Rugby returns to action this weekend as Petersfield head to Reeds Weybridge. Some recent results have disappointed this very ambitious side this season and pressure is mounting to gain points and close the gap on the top teams. https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/ Football couldn't have a busier time of year just now. The Wessex Premier league leaders Petersfield host Laverstock and Ford. A team on paper they would expect to beat but football has a funny habit of producing surprises https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ . Liss Athletic are having a challenging season with a mixed set of results. This weekend Andover are the opposition. https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic . In the table tennis, Petersfield have 6 sides in competitive leagues, 4 of which are in Haslemere division A. The B and D sides face each other where valuable points and bragging rights are at stake. https://www.petersfieldttclub.org.uk/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petersfield’s Climate action network - PeCAN - is to launch a Repair Cafe in the New Year to join the other 28 in Hampshire. Andrew Lee, who’s running the project, speaks to Mike Waddington about making the plan work, where the movement started and how it can help. Working with local businesses and other organisations (like the Men's Shed) It's brings advantages for the environment, spreads useful skills, as well as being good value for money. Andrew says it's also about a change of mindset from a 'throwaway society' and learning from previous generations, and he has a kettle to prove it can be done! More at About Petersfield Climate Action Network Volunteer at hello@petersfieldcan.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield Remembers in the Town Square ceremony Mia has this weekend's sporting results from the Petersphere. Cath Lowe is Food and Drink Photographer of the Year …and we tell you ‘what’s on’ around the Petersphere To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 10 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of people packed the Town Square for the Remembrance Service on Sunday 9 November. The poppies in the Church provided a spectacular backdrop for the service and the Rev Will Hughes speaks about their significance Including a delivery from New Zealand) and how different fighting for things you love is, rather than against things you hate. Mike Waddington reports from the Town Square and service at the War Memorial. We hear from currently serving Captain John Hutton, Cllr Chris Paige and the Rev Will Hughes, Herne Juniors and those who came along to remember. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Twelfth Christmas appeal for toys and festive food for local families. What started as collecting selection boxes for the Salvation Army grew into an appeal for families supported by Homestart, the local Foodbank and The Kings Arms. It’s Petersfield schoolboy Joe Tully’s twelfth Christmas appeal for local families. He recently won Young Achiever at the Petersfield Awards. Joe talks to Jo Gray. This year Joe has asked that donations are all unwrapped See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Petersfield Gardeners; Club meets monthly and arranges visits and trips for their 100 members who love gardens. They meet next on Thursday 13 November at Herne Farm Leisure Centre at 7pm - it's their annual meeting (£3 for non-members) and the topic is beekeeping; why it's important and what people can do to help bees do their work Mel Hughes, the Treasurer, talks to Mike Waddington about the appeal of gardens - Mel mentions peonies and the glories of an allium pompom. More at Petersfield Gardeners' Club | For interesting speakers, days out and holiday trips further afield See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julie Butler finds out what has been happening in October at Citizens Advice. Amanda Whiteland-Smith covers a range of topics, which include digital exclusion and energy help and advice. Along with this, there is the exciting news of their new financial skills advisor who has settled into her new role.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local children’s organisation Home Start Butser is preparing for Christmas! They have extra demands at this time of the year and have 10 new trained volunteers to be matched to families to help. A successful quiz night has helped a great deal - it brings funding for six months to support about 12 families. Lucia Smith, Community Development Coordinator at Home Start Butser, talks to Mike Waddington about their work, the new volunteers and says a big 'thank you' to everyone who helped - volunteers, attendees and a special thanks to their sponsors Churcher's College and KJ Smith Solicitors. Their Young Ambassador, Joe Tully is once again rallying support for Christmas gifts for families. In early December they have a special fundraising drive where every donation is doubled (see leaflet)! More at Home-Start Butser | the leading local family support charitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. A local schoolboy has been recognised for his charity work Clean up for remembrance Sunday The Life Clinic - think about what you need in life and we have a sports preview To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 7 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you are looking for ideas on an organisation that you would like to help, why not pop along to the latest Community First Volunteers Fair. This one is in Whitehill and Bordon and all the stall holders are from the local area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

V levels are new vocational qualifications that could be made available to school leavers from 2027. They will sit alongside A levels and T levels and provide a pathway for students who want to explore different sectors before they decide where they would like to specialise. The government has launched a consultation on how V levels will work in practice. We spoke to Phil Avery, Director of Education at the Bohunt Educational Trust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LincFest is a new community festival held in Horndean. Created to celebrate the life and legacy of Lincoln Hawkes - a young man whose creativity, spirit and love for music left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him. The festival encapsulates unity, youth and purpose. Kirsty Meredith speaks to organiser Sean Burridge to find out more about the festival and how you can get involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Christmas lunch invite extended to people with dementia and their carers Planet Dance & Fitness Academy celebrates 25 Years in Liphook People in Petersfield are reacting to the poppy display at St Peter’s church …and we have a roundup of 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 4:58am on 6 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professional photographer Cath Lowe, from Griggs Green near Liphook, won at the British Photography Awards in the Food and Drink category on Monday 3 November. Her picture of eggs and capers - Conception - won this 2025 award. She tells Mike Waddington about the award, the effort her picture took and what this win means to her personally and professionally. Her winning 'food' shot is at Conception | Food & Drink | British Photography Awards 2025 Shortlist | British Photography Awards See also www.cathlowe.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Road safety fund launched Free Tree Scheme extended to front and back gardens A local chef is running 500K over five days for mental health in hospitality And let’s see what is on the foodbank list 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 4:58am on 5 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. V Levels – what exactly are they? Clanfield scarecrow festival a winner Sky Park Farm are overjoyed by their win at The Petersfield Awards and We tell you ‘what’s on’ around the Petersphere To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 4 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Planet Dance and Fitness Academy have been welcoming all ages and abilities to Liphook's Millennium Hall for decades. Mark Simpson caught up with the Directors Sam & Becky.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Dementia Festival informs and moves; a great success Mia has this weekend's sporting results from the Petersphere The Cascade of knitted poppies launched at St Peters service …and the winning numbers are out in this week’s community lottery To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 3 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The highly anticipated local cup derby is finally upon us. Yes in the football, Liss travel to Petersfield in the Wessex cup. The speculation over who is the best side is to be decided. https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic . Petersfield Hockey clubs are back in action and looking to gain some momentum. Bournemouth await the mens side and Hamble put up a challenge to women's https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/ .In the table tennis, Petersfield have 6 sides in competitive leagues. The flagship A side - who are title favourites - face Haslemere's next best in the B side who should still be a stiff challenge https://www.petersfieldttclub.org.uk/ We also have a catch up with Steep Lawn tennis club who have now moved into the winter league https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/steepLawnTennisClub See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the tenth year, the Petersfield Society is asking for volunteers to help clean-up the Square and High Street before the Remembrance Service is held next Sunday. The Council is doing most of the work so this is 'the icing on the cake', says one of the Society's Trustees, Beth Svoraska. Speaking to Mike Waddington by the War Memorial, Beth explains what is happening and why this is important,, for cleanliness and safety but also to respect those being remembered. Volunteers are asked to meet at 2pm on Saturday 8 November in the Festival Hall Car Park and also for a last minute check at 7:30am on Sunday morning. More at HOME - Petersfield SocietySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Poppy Project at St Peters was formally dedicated and unveiled at the All Saints Day Service on Sunday 2 November. 17,000 poppies are displayed outside and inside the church. We hear from people involved in the project, bystanders outside taking photographs, the Town Mayor, Cllr Chris Paige, and the Reverend Will Hughes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Baloo, a charismatic Belgian Malinois whose promising police career was cut short when she was hit by a suspect's car, leaving her for dead at a crime scene in 2018. Baloo came out of emergency surgery full of metal bolts and without her front right leg. As an amputee, she was forced into medical retirement. Baloo was adopted by retired police dog handler, Mandy Chapman, who sensed the potential for a new career direction: trauma support. It's been a hugely successful partnership, culminating in Baloo winning Hero Dog of the Year at Crufts 2025. The pair support police officers, staff and their families through the wellbeing charity Oscar Kilo's dog charity, the "OK9" organisation. Their work goes beyond the police force, and includes visiting nursing homes and schools in support of the wider community. Mandy Chapman talks to Dogs with Jobs presenter, Kate Fairweather from the Dogs Making a Difference Awards organised by the charity, Service Dogs UK - where Baloo took yet another award for his support work. Fellow award nominees included Mika, the well being and trauma support dog in the Metropolitan Police, who came on the show back in 2023, and Phil, the dual qualified medical alert and autism assistance dog, who came away with an award, too. Other police dog career stories: Champ, the engagement dog working in child protection in the Victoria police The UK's National Police Dog Trials 2025 P.D. Viper the firearms support dog P.D. Chase and the career arc of a general purpose police dog P.D. Meika, who searches for London criminals' cash, drugs and firearms P.D. Ted, the explosives detection dog with the West Midlands Police P.D. Jax the victim recovery dog with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary Do you work your dog? Or perhaps you know someone else who might like to come on the show? I love all and any working dogs - and am always looking for dogs to come on the show. Get in touch with me, Kate, via team@shineradio.uk. Find more dogs with interesting jobs. © & ℗ Kate Fairweather, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, look to the Petersphere skies to see the lovely Pleiades star cluster, the most famous in the whole night sky. Known in folklore as the ‘Seven Sisters,’ the Pleiades were of great significance to ancient civilisations and prehistoric cultures across the world. The Pleiades are part of the constellation of Taurus the Bull, ideally placed for observation from the Petersphere in November. Bonfire Night on the 5th will be illuminated by another ‘Supermoon’, the second in a sequence of three this Autumn. Our nearest neighbour in space won’t really look any bigger but will be significantly brighter to illuminate any firework displays! Listen to this month's Sky Watch and discover the wonders of our dark skies in the Petersphere. Written by Petersphere resident, astronomical expert and amateur astronomer Geoff Burt, and presented by Claire Vennis, every month Shine Radio presents a Sky Watch of our unique dark skies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.