Petersfield Community Radio

Food waste caddies are being distributed to residents in East Hampshire, ahead of the October service launch. Please don’t use them yet. Cllr Rob Mocatta explains about how the weekly collections will help to reduce the amount of food that goes to residual waste at the moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Cherry Trees celebrates Children in Need Boost. A lifelong love of The Carpenters has inspired a Petersfield show. Hundreds wade into the Trotton Duck Race. 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 18 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was balloons, nibbles and cooking at Signature Kitchen's event on Thursday 17 September. Paul Beasley, the owner, and son Keiron Turner - the designer - speak to Mike Waddington about the event and the business; Signature Kitchens has been on the High Street for 14 years and Paul has worked in the industry for 35. It was a trip down memory line for our reporter and talk of technological change was demonstrated by Ally, a Home Economist, who took customers through Air Fryers, now in ovens, and programmes that make cooking a lot easier,.by calculating times and temperatures for you at the push of a button! The High Street is important to Petersfield and this event expressed, despite tough times, confidence in the future.. Kitchens Hampshire | Kitchen Showroom | Signature KitchensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Council calls for more support for the struggling hospitality sector. The loss of a relative is behind a new production that’s visiting the area. Great Elf Run 2026 brings festive fun to support local mental health. Local jobs 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 17 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the August Bank Holiday weekend, the Shine Radio team headed down to Southsea seafront to soak up the festival atmosphere, discover local bands and artists, and seek out some interesting people to chat to. Baby Said is a Portsmouth-based rock band formed by sisters Veronica Pal (lead guitar and lead vocals) and Jess Pal (bass and lead vocals). Jo Gray caught up backstage with the two talented sisters, fresh from their performance on the Under The Trees Stage at Victorious Festival. And keep an ear out for a much-needed refreshment getting kicked over… when it’s live, and anything can happen! There’s plenty more from Victorious Festival to come, with more highlights landing very soon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home Start Butser, Petersfield's family support organisation, run a complex weave of services, volunteers and fundraising to pay for all they do supporting hundreds of families and children. They have a Quiz Night (at Churcher's College on 30 October) and all this month - Sort Out in September - are collecting old jewellery, watches and so on, to convert to cash to fund what looks like being another record breaking year of support. They are grateful to district councillors who have paid for some key projects. Manager Nicola Winter talks to Mike Waddington about it all. Quiz Night Quiz Night! | Home-Start Butser Jewelry 'Sort out in September' Sort out in September! | Home-Start Butser More at Home-Start Butser | the family support charitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. A Petersfield school has been named the best value in the region. Have you ever thought about weaving? Hundreds cheerfully support the fourth March for Men with Kev. 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 16 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Government U-turns on Hampshire Council Reorganisation Plans. River Rother clean up starts with local and personal actions. Museum Brick Appeal raises £11,000. Hannah is here with a taste of things to do across 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 5:00am on 15 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. EHDC council leader responds to withdrawing local reorganisation. Stanley has this weekend’s sporting results from across the Petersphere. A Local theatre group spins a new story. The latest winning number in the 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 5:00am on 14 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Rook-Blackstone runs Wylds Farm in Liss. He says the increasingly hot and dry weather is killing off more and more of the young Christmas trees he grows on the farm. Now he's responding to the changing climate through diversification and thinking about what future there might be for Christmas tree growing on the farm. Nick is speaking to Shine Radio's Nieve Carson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As homes across East Hampshire receive their food waste caddies, we speak to people in Petersfield about their approach to household waste management. Nell, Katia, Ben and Maggie are young people with a variety of food waste experiences, from living with a chef to virtually oblivious about the whole thing. Paula and Henry are visiting Petersfield and have some experience of welcoming a food waste caddy into their home. They talk about compostable bags and feeding the birds. And Dougie Newbigging is fascinated by the new contraption. He says it's "brilliant". They're speaking to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin outside Nero's in Petersfield town centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another big week in the football as the the Men's sides take a break from league action and take up the respective tasks of progressing in their cup competitions. Petersfield the Men's Rams have 2 ties in a week as they head to Gosport for a midweek tie against a side 2 leagues above them. And their second match is for the much-coveted FA Vase competition where they host Andover. https://petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ . Liss Athletic have struggled for goals in recent games but have also started leaking too many goals at the back. Southsea Sports beat them 4-1 last weekend and now they head back to the same venue and club but this time in a cup match. https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic/ . Liphook Town 's form is the most unpredictable of them all but they most definitely demonstrate potential on their day. Bottom of the league Crofton Saints stand in their way for progression to the next round. https://www.liphookunitedfootballclub.org/ . Women's football is now truly underway and our sides suffered a 'baptism of fire' in their first week in their promoted leagues with both Petersfield and Liphook suffering big losses. We catch up with the latest results from the Women's rams and also the Liphook Ladies. Petersfield Table Tennis club have their final pre-season preparations happening right now. We speak with captains who brought home the division 1 and 2 titles in the Haslemere league last season and get their thoughts on their ambitions for the next season https://www.petersfieldttclub.org.uk/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sunday 13 September the March for Men with Kev took place. It's a community walk held in honor of Kevan Birkett, who died from prostate cancer in May 2023. Participants chose from three routes: 2.5K, 5K, or 10K. Mike Waddington and Julie Butler report from the event marshaling point in the Town Square - we hear from participants and why they are walking, from Town Mayor, Councillor Jamie Matthews and others. Lastly we hear from Kev's partner Claire, On the day before, 309 men took up the Prostate health tests (PSA) organised by Petersfield Lions and PCaSO. The march raises awareness and funds for: Prostate Cancer UK – supporting research and PSA testing campaigns PCaSO (Prostate Cancer Support Organisation) – providing local support for men with prostate cancer The Rosemary Foundation – offering hospice-at-home care for those with life-limiting conditions Listen out for a forthcoming P-Pod from the march. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Environmentalist, broadcaster and author Suzie Wilde takes a first look at the new East Hampshire food waste caddy. Suzie explains the environmental benefits of using the caddy and how to integrate its use into a family with an established compost routine. Stephen Martin is listening to her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Coutsavlis and Izzy Mckenty are a couple on and off stage, and together they’re taking on a whirlwind cast of characters in Chauntecleer & Pertelotte. Very loosely inspired by Chaucer’s Nun’s Priest’s Tale, the award-winning comedy involves anthropomorphic chickens, a faithless cockerel, a jilted hen bent on revenge and some decidedly unusual language. Laura Sheppard talks to James and Izzy about playing multiple characters at breakneck speed, the strange world created by writer Dougie Blaxland and what happens when your co-star is also the person you go home with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For years, she sang along to the Carpenters and imagined she was Karen Carpenter. Now she’s taking their story and music to audiences around the country. Laura Sheppard chats to the creator and star of Rainy Days, Mondays & Good Old Dreams, Kerry Le Bern, about a lifelong love of the Carpenters, the story behind the show and what she discovered when she started looking beyond those famous songs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Saturday 12 September about 600 rubber ducks - sponsored at £5 a time - raced down the River Rother to hundreds of spectators’ cheers at the Annual Trotton Duck Race and Fete. Simon and Neil are co-chairs of the organising team of 70, who tell us what its about and the causes it supports. Amidst the festivities we hear from the ever popular Donut Tree, children's coconut shy, cake stall (though sadly there is no interview with the Egg Chucking team...) We also hear from Eco Rother Action who conduct water testing along the Rother; events like this, they say, helps raise the importance of volunteer action on water quality. But the day belonged to the crowds cheering their ducks over the course. Organised by the Trotton Area Support Community Association - Home | TASC force See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cherry Trees at Goldcrest Lodge in Passfield Common are celebrating a £60,000 BBC Children in Need grant. Over three years, the funding will help children with complex disabilities enjoy enriching activities, build independence and make special memories. Shine Radio's Julie Butler returned back to meet their new Chief Executive Sally Davies and Community Fundraiser for Hampshire, Tiffany Clift, .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has withdrawn its decision on local government reorganisation in Hampshire and the Solent, meaning plans affecting East Hampshire will now be reviewed. The move follows strong local opposition and means that for now the Southern Parishes stay very much part of East Hampshire. We speak to Cllr Nick Adams-King, Leader of Hampshire County Council to hear his reaction to the announcement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The East Hampshire County Park Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers are following the age old tradition to ensure this craft is preserved for future generations. They meet at the Clanfield Memorial Hall and the visitor centre at the Queen Elizabeth Country Park and everyone is welcome. Shine Radio caught up with Dianne to talk through the whole process of weavingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Behind every statistic there is a person. It was World Suicide Prevention Week this week, a time to raise awareness about the issues surrounding suicide. Talking about suicide can be difficult, but MIND is there to help. Lorna and Mike have been talking to Shine Radio’s Julie Butler on this important topic, along with what is coming up for MIND in the next few weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

East Hampshire District Council leader Richard Millard has accused the Government of wasting millions of pounds after plans to reorganise local government in Hampshire were withdrawn. He says councils should be compensated for resources spent on what he called a “pie-in-the-sky idea”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. A moment to pause and reflect on World Suicide Prevention Day. Big Turnout for St Peter’s Fête and Fun. Current Affairs discussions back. 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 11 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Review of local government reorganisation gives us time for neighbourhood models. East Hampshire tackles homelessness. 555 children take up Summer Reading Challenge. Some local jobs 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 10 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fifteen years ago, the Hindhead Tunnel opened beneath the A3, transforming the journey through the Surrey Hills. Today, behind the scenes, a dedicated team of National Highways control room operators keeps a watchful eye on the tunnel from their discreet base beside the road, helping traffic flow and motorists stay safe. But the tunnel’s impact reaches far beyond the road. For Dominic Holyoak, a break from the control room can mean stepping outside and enjoying a little taste of nature – while also remembering what the landscape was like before the tunnel opened. And it’s not just people who have benefited. Jo Gray heads above ground to meet Matt Cusack, Lead Ranger for the National Trust, who shares some of the ways nature has flourished since the tunnel opened to traffic. Image credit: Hindhead Commons and the Devil's Punch Bowl National Trust Images Chris LaceySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new season of monthly topical discussions has started at One Tree Books. Nicola Winter from Home Start Butser kicked eh new season off with a passionate case for Children';s services. Home Start support 332 families and 459 children and their preventative work needs to be recognised in the Government's Social Care Review which is underway and appealing for ideas. Nicola tells Mike Waddington about it and Philip Selby tells us about the Current Affairs Group, open to all. See also Home-Start Butser | the family support charity Events – One Tree Books - Current Affairs Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Winton Players' October production at the Festival is the ever popular Agatha Christie, in her second most performed story, Spiders Web. The Director Daisy Bedford, cast her brother Ben (whom she saw in it years ago) and he is joined by a family of four in the cast; Bea and Georgie are sisters sharing a role but who also perform with mum and dad. The Director, Assistant Director (Joe Tully) and cast members speak to Mike Waddington about the play set in 1951.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. A plan to restructure Hampshire’s councils has been halted. PACS packs them in - Five day art exhibition and great sales success. There is plenty going on for Petersfield’s Street Scene group again . 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 9 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councillor Jamie Matthews is Petersfield's Town Mayor. He talks to Mike Waddington in his regular interview with Shine Radio, about how the review of LGR - Local Government Reorganisation - being a good thing because it allows time for other aspects of local decision making - called Asset Based Community Development - to show how it might improve the management of local services. He also speaks about volunteering, events he's attended, the Christmas Lights Switch On, the High street, the Mayor's Quiz (on 23 March 2027) and his accident on his summer holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ann & Coxy are in their happy place: the Adhurst Estate allotments. But it's been a challenging summer for the plants and their growers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and writer Kirris Riviere is bringing a deeply personal story to the Olivier Theatre at Bedales. In Pieces of My Life, Kirris draws on his own experiences of love, loss and resilience to explore the moments and people that shape us - and what happens when life changes forever. He joins Shine Radio’s Stephen Martin for a fascinating conversation about the experiences behind the show, why he chose to put them on stage, and how a very personal story can speak to something much bigger. Listen to their conversation ahead of Pieces of My Life at Bedales on Wednesday 16 September.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. A major sand quarry near Petersfield could get a lot bigger. Memberships with a difference, with you in mind. It’s all about patience and a sense of calm when looking after our four legged friends. The summer holidays may be over however there’s still plenty happening 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 5:01am on 8 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pecan, the Final Straw Foundation and the West Sussex Rivers Trust have organised a clean-up of the River Rother tributaries in the town. 16 people are needed on both days, Friday 18 and Saturday 19 September. There's also a community event outside Waitrose on 19 September to find out more about what's happening and what you can do. It’s important, says Helen Littlejohn, from Final Straw and PeCAN, but it’s also about local pride. She talks to Mike Waddington about the events and why a clean up is needed and why who does that is important. Friday 18th Septhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982011380393?aff=oddtdtcreatorSat 19th Septhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1999528122440?aff=oddtdtcreator Final Straw Foundation | Tackling The Tide Of Plastic And Sewage Pollution Head-on Home · Western Sussex Rivers Trust About Petersfield Climate Action NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With one week to go, the lively Petersfield Library are still pressing their campaign to encourage children to read six books over the summer - there are prizes. Manager Stephen Atkinson tells Mike Waddington about it, why it's important, and all the other events and activities they have there (like the heart monitoring hiring scheme) and in the community (like the Dementia Festival.) They're also preparing for Autumn and being a community hub, right in the middle of Petersfield. Their Facebook reels are recommended too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Havant and East Hampshire MIND’s Great Elf Run 2026 is returning again this year. It’s all set to bring festive cheer to the local community, with participants raising vital funds to support mental health services across the area. They are looking for 200 runners and walkers to their themed festive event. Shine Radio spoke to Anika Sanders to find out more about the event that runs on Sunday 29th November.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. People affected by crime in our area are turning to Restorative Justice to help them move on. There was defeat for both Petersfield’s women and men’s football teams this weekend. A local personality will brave the shave to support a cancer charity. A Shine Radio listener is among the winners 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 5:00am on 7 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The annual Steep Lawn Tennis championship reaches it's final stages as the singles and doubles champions are crowned in perfect conditions. Shine Radio speak to some of the winners straight after their matches. https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/SteepLawnTennisClub . Another big week in the football sees all our local sides in action as well as women's football now joining the fray. Petersfield mens the Rams have 2 league games over the week https://petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ . As for the women's side, life is about to get really tough as they face Havant and Waterlooville at the Smartspaces stadium. Liss Athletic continue to fight with one hand tied behind their back. After losing 5 key players over the summer and not having their home pitch play worthy, they face a difficult match against Southsea Sports. https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/lissathletic/ . Liphook men's side have had a terrible time of it of late leaking goals and not picking up any points. Never has the time been better to turn their fortunes around versus Netley and then Portsmouth in the week. https://www.liphookunitedfootballclub.org/ . And finally the Liphook Ladies begin a new life in the 1st division of the Hampshire Counties league. Having stormed their league as champions last season, how will they fare against Basingstoke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 30 September at noon in the Dandy Cat, Phill Humphries of Shine Radio and the Winton Players, will have his head shaved in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. He tells Mike Waddington why he's doing this. We also hear from Julie Tully, the first person to donate to his appeal, originally set at £300, soon passed, and now over £700. More about Phill's 'Shave' at Profile | Brave The Shave | Macmillan Cancer Support There are many events for Macmillan Cancer Support taking place at the end of September, Age Concern Petersfield hold a coffee morning,10 am to noon at Winton House on the High Street, with coffee and home made cakes. Shine Radio wishes Phill and Anne every success, with our love and best wishes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Saturday 5 September the Church Yard was packed for the Church Fete. It brought karaoke, tombola, bell ringing, bric a brac, books and of course cake, to raise funds for the St Peter's Hall refurbishment and the Church's quinquennial architects’ review has brought up more repairs but it’s all about community. Mike Waddington mingled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Make a change and try it out to end loneliness. Petersfield Poet Edward Thomas still appeals. Success in a pub needs hard work and events. 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 4 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enjoy an hour of original songs from local artists, hand-picked by Mandy P as she prepares to hand the baton on to Jo Gray. Plus hear about Mandy's experiences with local artists at Victorious 2026. To share your original songs with Shine Radio go to https://shineradio.uk/thelocalshowcaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Harris is the founder of FitStory Foundation. A community focused social enterprise to help boys and young men between the ages of 7 and 17 to develop confidence, resilience and self-belief through martial arts and mentorship. Matt has used his own trauma and experiences to build this foundation with the belief that if you combine movement and mentorship this has the power to change the path that young men are on and steer them towards making better life choices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. · Police Strengthen Community Safety Efforts. · The message to men is simple, get tested. · 400 Hampshire churches say come Ride and Stride. · Step back to Medieval England. 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 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. · Two local MPs have been appointed to senior shadow cabinet positions. · A Petersfield care home has been raising funds for people with dementia. · Petersfield’s museum is joining a national heritage scheme. · Tinned custard is among the items in need at Petersfield's 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 2 September, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jo Gray was out and about at Victorious Festival with fellow Shine Radio volunteer Tod Apps, roving through the crowds and meeting fascinating people, local artists and festival-goers along the way. And what better place for an unexpected reunion than a festival? Jo caught up with old friend and fellow live music lover Eddie for a chat about festivals, making memories and the magic of meeting face-to-face — with a cheeky spot of Eddie’s other passion, football, thrown in for good measure. With music in the air and plenty of festival spirit, it was a Victorious reunion to remember.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello and welcome to ‘Sky Watch’, your personal 'Petersphere' stargazing bulletin for September! September marks the beginning of the new stargazing season in the ‘Petersphere’; when the Autumnal Equinox on the 23rd marks the transition to longer nights and shorter days. Everyone regrets the passing of Summer, but now we have the consolation of glorious Autumn night skies! 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.