Petersfield Community Radio

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Police warn online sellers after fake cash is used in marketplace scams. The hum of a happy alpaca herd. Off the Record youth counselling now in Dragon Street. 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 12 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Salvation Army in Petersfield is 140 years old this year. They have an exhibition on Friday 19 and Saturday 20 June at their Hall on Swan Street, so people can see and hear all about it. Regimental Sergeant Major Steve Field talks to Mike Waddington about the event, some of the history, the War Cry and where the Salvation Army is going - a long way from starting in London in 1865 to 135 countries today. Shine Radio has covered the 140 year celebrations and these can be heard at: The Head of the Salvation Army visits Petersfield to celebrate 140 years here | Petersfield's Shine Radio Salvation Army success remembered | Petersfield's Shine Radio Petersfield Salvation Army is celebrating 140 years in the town | Petersfield's Shine RadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Faye and Martin Thompson, Petersfield Town Criers, are featured in the latest Take A Break magazine, for being husband and wife town criers. They say it’s all about supporting Petersfield events and businesses and promoting the town itself. They tell Mike Waddington all about the work they love - it is unpaid - and the latest accolade won for Petersfield. You can invite the Town Criers at Petersfield Town Crier – Petersfield Town CouncilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Winton Players wowed with two awards. enjoy bountiful gardens and sweeping lawns or local charities. New facebook group for the Joys of Motorcycling. 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 5:00am on 11 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Grant is the Accidental Alpaca Farmer, based near Wickham with a herd of 50 and she spins her own alpaca wool. She spoke at Petersfield Women's Institute on Wednesday 10 June to the usual lively WI audience. An accredited trainer, and very knowledgeable - she’d write a book if she had time! She talks to Mike Waddington about her herd of 50 (there are 65,000 Alpacas in the UK now) and making a living from wool and weddings! Mike also speaks to WI President Chloe Pyatt about where their ideas come from and their next meeting with a harpist. More at Solomons Alpacas | WI at MEET THE TEAM | Petersfield WISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Errey and Steve Jacob have thanked the Petersfield community for welcoming the Spring Festival back to the town. It was the first festival since 2024 and it has been hailed a success thanks to the generous financial support of individuals, businesses and the Town Council. Plans are now underway for the next festival in May 2027 as well as bringing back the Petersfield Christmas Market this December. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to funding secured by Councillor Rob Mocatta, youth counselling service Off the Record (based in Havant) now offer young people between 11 and 25 free counselling in Petersfield, at Worcester House in Dragon Street. They can sign up themselves or be referred by a school or GP. Katharine Gregory talks to Mike Waddington about what is on offer and how young people can benefit from the solution focused counselling they offer. Off the Record celebrates 50 years service next year. See Homepage - OTR South See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. AI – it is helpful, but not for everything. Homestart Butser celebrates their volunteers. Lindford Parish Council pioneers a new bleed control cabinet at the village Spar. And let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank 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 10 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today – weather permitting - Winton House celebrates in the garden to say thank you to all its volunteers. Probably most associated with the community cafe, there are actually lots of other roles too. We hear from Trustee Linda Hathaway about being a volunteer on the Information Desk (which includes taking transport bookings for the drivers of Petersfield Voluntary Care Group). Manager Sarah Moss tells Mike Waddington (who also volunteers there) what’s happening today and the different people who volunteer there: young, retired and some new mums! But it is a thank you for all the volunteers do! More at: Winton House Centre | Run by the community for the communitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Roll up, roll up! A 600-seat Big Top is coming to the Petersphere. Hear my voice says local volunteer Rachel. Petersfield’s MP wants your views on local banking. We have ideas of things to do in this week’s What’s On. To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:01am on 9 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last weekend saw the annual Petersfield Football Club's Junior awards. The event recognises the best achievements from the Under 8s to the Under 16s boys and girls teams. Shine Radio is there to listen to player's accounts of their season as well as coach Rob Fleming and chairman Nick Orr. https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ And our victorious women's senior side are league title winners again! The Rams are back to back champions leaping 2 divisions in just 2 seasons. Kevin pays a visit to Steep Lawn tennis club's open day armed with a dusted off racquet. We catch up with chairman Andrew Carnegie about the event and Jen Pigden tells us how the teams have fared over the winter and summer leagues. https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/SteepLawnTennisClub . The standard of Petersfield rugby is on an unbelievable upward trajectory right now and a selection of no less than 6 Petersfield players in to the Hampshire side is the perfect indicator. This weekend our super six take on Leicestershire at Twickenham for the Bill Beaumont trophy. https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/ . We also catch up on the latest news from the rugby club with their very ambitious plans heading into their centenary year. In cricket the men's first side have had themselves the perfect start, an impressive 3 wins from 3 but more striking than this headline, is the manner in which they are brushing aside the opposition. https://www.petersfieldcricket.club/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Joy family are all involved with motorcycling - even the dog! They have set up a new group - the Joys of Motorcycling - and already have over 120 followers. It's where local motorbike enthusiasts can share memories, adventures, photos of trips away - whether you have a bike or not. Speaking to Mike Waddington at the Seven Stars in Stroud, Martin Joy, who works with bikes too, speaks about the freedom of motorcycling and the lift it brings. Mike also speaks to Justin from Mental Health Motorbikes. Justin is a Mental Health First Aider and speaks about how the pressures of everyday life - whatever problems you're having - can be relieved through the motorbike. Justin says it all comes from understanding the community. Joys of Motorcycling at The Joys of Motorcycling | Facebook Mental Health Motorbikes at Mental Health Motorbike | Mental Health Support For Bikers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Friends and family are mourning the loss of a local man who served in the Royal Navy. Mia has this weekend's sporting results from across the Petersphere. Water meadow beside a rare chalk stream bought by charity. We'll share the latest winning numbers in the East Hants. 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 8 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. The local man taking on the Three Peaks Challenge in memory of his friends How patient coaches are teaching people to use their IT devices A Petersfield Character could be in a bestseller's new book and we preview this weekend’s local sport To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 9:19am on 5 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend Lee Lloyd will attempt the UK Three Peaks Challenge. He will be climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, all within 24 hours. This is all in memory of Kevan Birkett and Melissa Tickner, raising funds for March for Men with Kev and Sheldon’s Shooting Stars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first week of June was national volunteers week and local family support organisation Home Start Butser, ran a lunch on Thursday 4 June as a thank you Their 86 volunteers supported 333 families in the area and 459 children, in the last year . Mike Waddington reports from the event, speaking to volunteers (who tell us what they've enjoyed), Home Start's Chair, Linda Bazant, and Manager Nicola Winter. They are always looking for more volunteers - especially men - and some Trustees too. The next training course for volunteers starts in September. Emily from solicitors KJ Smith, who sponsored the lunch, talks about their partnership with Home Start Butser. More at Home-Start Butser | the leading local family support charity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his June update for Shine Radio listeners, our local MP reflects on the recent council elections and why they'll be the last of their type locally. Damian Hinds also questions how much of the King's Speech will be implemented given potential leadership changes in the Labour party. He's also been at The Petersfield Spring Festival, local tech business Feefo and there's an invitation for you to take part in a new survey about face-to-face banking. Should Petersfield get a banking hub? You can take part at https://www.damianhinds.com/campaigns/keep-banking-services-local-surveySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's local news: The Escapist celebrates one year in Petersfield A Ukrainian choir is taking its Spring Festival songs to Fareham Live The Rosemary Foundation is working in partnership for end of life care. and we have a roundup of local job opportunities. Mike and the team have those stories in full, Alistair's at the travel desk and Gareth is standing by the weather wall. Published at 08:22 on Thursday 4 June 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Hawkins is a volunteer at the Winton House Community Cafe. She also wants to volunteer for Shine Radio so with Mike Waddington, she made this report about Winton House being dog friendly and how important it is to hear her voice. More on volunteering at Winton House here: Winton House Centre | Run by the community for the community And volunteering at Shine here: Join the team | Petersfield's Shine RadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's local news: The Royal Mail says post delays in Petersfield are a short term issue A local company win a prestigious award at the Chelsea Flower Show A local Football club celebrates hundreds of young players And we check-in on what the foodbank needs most this week Plus travel news, weather and a summary of today's national and world headlines. To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 7:40am on 3 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fancy hearing runners putting in all the effort while you sit back and listen to a podcast? Direct from Petersfield's Heath Pond, enjoy the Heath 5k. A brave 149 runners got into the course and out of breath, and they raised money for Stroke groups. Laura Sheppard and Mike Waddington present the P pod on location at The Heath 5k. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tweed, the springer spaniel has the distinction of being the UK's first digital asset detection dog. Martin King of the Devon and Cornwall Police Dog Section tells the origin story of this vitally important search discipline in the UK. Known as electronic storage detection, digital asset detection and various other names, Tweed's skillset is firmly established as a key discipline for evidentiary purposes within the police. Back in 2015, a trainer in his force read an article about such detection work going on in Connecticut, U.S.A. The trainer, Graham Atwood, visited and brought back the knowhow to train the UK's first two dogs. Tweed won Service Dog of the Year 2025 and was shortlisted for Crufts Hero Dog of the Year 2026. Many thanks to Martin King for talking to us - it's a delight to have a little piece of working dog history on the show. Kate Fairweather interviewed Martin at Crufts 2026. Connected episodes: 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 Mika, the well being and trauma support dog in the Metropolitan Police Champ, the engagement dog working in child protection in the Victoria police See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield has a new Mayor. Mia has this weekends sporting results from across the Petersphere. Local Woman Part Of Britain's Got Talent Winning Choir. we’ll share the latest winning numbers in the East Hants. 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 1 June, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover what the recent NASA Artemis II astronauts saw on their epic adventure and how it compares to what you can see of the Moon from the 'Petersphere'. And we reveal what a noctilucent cloud is and how you can see their ethereal beauty during June and July. Written by Petersphere resident, astronomical expert and amateur astronomer Geoff Burt, and voiced by Claire Vennis, every month Shine Radio presents a Sky Watch of our unique dark skies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Royal British Legion provided a Guard of Honour at the service of commemoration for Commander Loftus Jones of Petersfield who was awarded the Victoria Cross for gallantry displayed exactly 110 years ago, on 31 May 1916. We hear from the Ceremony, led by Rev Will Hughes, Chris Paige who is the Chairman of Petersfield RBL, Cllr Jamie Matthews, whose first engagement as Mayor this was, and finally from Doc of The Royal Naval Association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, technology, vision and personal care. Neil Hawkins is from Petersfield-based Futureworld3D, an independent business that creates digital 3D tours of real locations. Colin Howe represents Rocky Road Resilience, a global risk, security and hostile environments business based in Bordon and Abi Grute is half of Coates and Grute the Lavant Street optometrists in Petersfield. You'll also hear Rachel Harris tease what's happening at June’s First Friday event in Petersfield on 5 June at The Folly. The Traders' Table is presented by Stephen Martin and produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio. It's supported by First Friday, the Petersfield business networking club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For his second preview of Bramshott Open Gardens on the 13th and 14th Mark Simpson visited some converted stables next to the Church, where Dee Griffiths looks after an array of small birds and goldfish and potters around in her shed. Dee had some wonderful stories about her life around many historic buildings and gardens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Simmons is on the committee for the bi-annual Bramshott Open Gardens, when many of the residents from the historic and beautiful village open their gardens for us all to visit, along with a BBQ, bar, tea tent, picnic area, classic car display and plant stalls. There is parking and minibuses available too. A weekend ticket gives you access across both days on the weekend of June 13th and 14th this year. Mark Simpson found out moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A local resident will take to one of the biggest stages on British television this weekend as the Hawkstone Farmers Choir competes in the final of Britain's Got Talent. Gwen Woodruffe is one of the members of the choir, which was originally brought together through Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone venture. Made up of farmers, farming families and people connected to agriculture, the group discovered a sense of friendship and community through singing and decided to continue performing together. The choir captured the hearts of viewers and judges during their audition with a moving performance of Elbow's One Day Like This, earning Amanda Holden's Golden Buzzer and a place in the live shows. Last weekend they secured their place in the final with a stirring rendition of Bastille's Pompeii. Ahead of the final, Laura Sheppard spoke to Gwen about the choir's unexpected journey from rural communities to primetime television, the reaction to their Golden Buzzer moment, and what it means to represent farming families on one of the country's biggest talent shows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Escapist Bar on Chapel Street celebrated their first year in Petersfield on 22 May and it has been a success. Owners Tom and Steve have another bar in Chichester as well as their own brewery. They try to do things differently like a day time quiz for mums with babies (Tuesdays at 3pm) and a local choir are now to come there after rehearsals. They offer their bar as a club room for local groups. He says that like many in the hospitality sector, it has been hard going at times, with rising costs and decisions about what can be passed on, but they have held the line as a thank you for their customers. As long as business conditions don't become worse, they intend to push through!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Service this Sunday evening to commemorate Commander Loftus Jones. Big success at East Meon Flower festival. From Milland to Chelsea - Local craftsmanship is fit for a King. 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 29 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paula Rego: Visions of English Literature developed by the Hayward Gallery Touring opened at the Newlands House Gallery, Petworth on Thursday May 21.Dame Paula Rego, a Portuguese-British artist (1935-2022) is regarded as one of the most significant figurative artists of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The exhibition explores Rego’s lifelong engagement with storytelling and literature through the medium of printmaking. Gilly Fox, Associate Director of Haywards Gallery Touring, and Dr Loucia Manopoulou of Newlands House Gallery spoke to Noni Needs about this new exhibition.Newlands House Gallery showcases three of the artist’s most ambitious and profound series of works in printmaking: Nursery Rhymes, Peter Pan and Jane Eyre, made across a decade of the artist’s life. Each series is accompanied by a variety of personal items from the artist, many of which have never been publicly displayed before. Unseen preparatory sketches, etching plates and Rego’s very own childhood copy of Peter Pan. The exhibition offers an insight into the artist’s lifelong fascination with literature and into how the artist transformed this material into startlingly original and unexpected pictures.The exhibition run until September 6, 2026.For more information go to Newlands House Gallery@hayward.gallerySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this repeated edition of Drinking, Phill and Mags report back on their respective exam results, Napoleon gets name checked twice, Phill enjoys Türkiye and Mags waxes lyrical about Corsica. Plus we have some weird and wonderful items of wine news to educate and entertain! This edition of the programme was first broadcast in June 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Chris Paige hands over the chain of office as Council elect new mayor tonight. Roger Petch takes a leap for Dementia Friendly Petersfield! People on Petersfield Heath with severe disabilities are still waiting for the loo. 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 28 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petersfield will have a new Mayor tonight and outgoing mayor, Councillor Chris Paige tells us why he’s enjoyed his 300 hours community engagement in his year of office and feeling the weight of the second oldest mayoralty in Hampshire. Over the year he also raised £1,600 for his two chosen charities - Petersfield Scouts and Winton House. Councillor Jamie Mathews is the current Deputy Mayor. Agenda + docs Full Council 28.05.26 – the Mayor’s Annual Report is in the meeting papers from pages 6. Over the last year Chris has reported monthly to Shine Radio’s Julie Butler and Mike Waddington about his work, his life and his health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. The Story of the Chapel Street Poltergeist. Look at Nature narrowly at Merritts Meadows Nature Day. Grant helps the Museum and Art Gallery for the Flora Twort tradition. And let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank 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 27 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Staff at Petersfield Museum and Art Gallery report a busy festival weekend. Maya Bakhshov from the museum says the most popular attractions included minibricks and mischief making for under-5s in its air-conditioned premises. The museum also organised an outdoor exhibition of historic photographs located at the places from which they were taken. Maya is speaking to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Our local Citizens Advice service has received a financial lifeline. Clavio Lounge boost for Age Concern Petersfield. Petersfield Jazz and Blues Festival returns this weekend with a fresh twist as it celebrates its third year. What’s On in the Petersphere 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 26 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Monday's Spring Festival, Grace Davis from Liphook visited the event for the first time, spoke to local author Tess Burrows and gave her thoughts to Mark Simpson. They also met a Ukrainian Choir, who performed in the square, as a preview of an evening of Ukrainian music and culture, called The Courage of Two Colours, at Fareham Live in mid June.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local craftsman Oli Carter built a stunning traditional oak framed gazebo for the RHS feature garden at Chelsea this year. It's the centre piece of the King's Foundation Curious Garden designed by Frances Tophill and it's been supported by Alan Titchmarsh, Sir David Beckham and His Majesty The King. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:59am on 25 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We spoke to Ruth Brownlee, the Clinical Director at St Peter's Vets about how to keep dogs safe in the hot weather and prevent heat stroke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karen Goffe has written a book, a factual summary of the strange happenings in Petersfield in 1928 on Chapel Street. Her grandmother's story was extensively reported in the national and international press in 1930 from the Petersfield Post. Karen's interest in genealogy led her to uncover the goings on, the times and emotions that give rise to these stories and the crowds that came. Karen's book available from Amazon and One Tree Books at £7.99 Petersfield, Hampshire (1930) - Poltergeist Archive See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

42% of people at the end of life die in hospital when they would prefer to be at home or the hospice. The new EELERT system has helped 200 people in the last 8 months, be where they wished to be at the end of their lives. Dr Mary Parkes and Kat Lacey, the Rosemary Foundation's Clinical Lead, tell Mike Waddington about this highly sensitive area with a respectful and compassionate service. The Emergency End of Life Response Team - EELERT - is provided by a partnerhship of the NHS, Rowans Hospice and the Rosemary Foundation in Petersfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petersfield Climate Action Network - PeCan - held a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing, a film hosted by Chris Packham, at TPS on Thursday 21 May, that tries in 50 minutes to distil the facts from science around climate change. The film was followed by a panel discussion with Damian Hinds MP, Aimee Felus, Chief Executive of Western Sussex Rivers Trust and Paul Turner from the Ministry of Eco Education, Greg Ford, chair of PeCAN, said it was about kindling ‘re-awareness’ of the emergency and its solutions. We hear from Greg and Damian HInds MP, and also extracts from the contributions of Aimee Felus and Paul Turner. More screening information at National Emergency Briefing Shine Radio's earlier piece on this here: Chris Packham film explains the national climate emergency at Pecan free event | Petersfield's Shine RadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. The Petersfield Spring Festival is returning this weekend. Education systems are too rigid for neurodiverse people. Herne Farm residents are pleased about the Premier store. 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 4:58am on 22 May, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A member of the Dementia Choir did a tandem parachute jump at the beginning of May and raised £1500 for Dementia Friendly Petersfield. Audrey Morton says the money will go to their activities like the Dementia Choir and their Walking Football tournament on 27 June. Their next Tea Dance is at Churcher's College on 31 May. Audrey can be contacted for more information about Dementia Friendly Petersfield and all its activities, on 07966759929 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.