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Petersfield"s Shine Radio

Petersfield"s Shine Radio

Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield. We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK. This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your favourite podcast app. Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or

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6:03

Fabulous fashion, fun and fundraising success for...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/03/02

The annual fashion show and sale for Petersfield Save the Children at Churcher's College on 16 February (where the price of sold items is shared 50:50) was packed out and raised a huge amount for the cause. Jane Rebeiro, one of the 50 or so volunteers who organise and run the event, spoke to Mike Waddington about the sale; what it entails and the great success it brought for Save the Children. Their next venture is on 16 April at St Peter's church where localRock Choirs will perform at a free event

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5:55

Students in 48 hour challenge to make a film at...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/03/01

Film students from Portsmouth are in the challenge to make a film - that is script it, act it, film it and edit it - within 48 hours. The chose Petersfield Museum as the location for their Pirate caper. Mike Waddington spoke to Director Jacob and some of the students who are sure it's a winner for next weekend's festival where all entries are judged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:17

'My ears are drunk' - Edward Thomas Festival delights

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/03/01

The Annual Edward Thomas Poetry Festival took place over three days from 27 Februray to 1 March. Mike Waddington speaks to the organiser Jeremy Mitchell and poets Damien Kelly-Basher (Hampshire's Poet Laureate), Jess Mookherjee, Timothy Adès, and Nia Broomhall (poet in Residence at Painshill Place.) One of the poets said his 'ears were drunk' with the words and the audience agreed. Jeremy Mitchell of the Edward Thomas Fellowship talks about the legacy, the stone memorial and preparing for the

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11:34

The Spring Edition of the Liphook Community Magazine...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/27

Mark Simpson has caught up with Fay Boyett, the editor of the Liphook Community Magazine, hand delivered in the first week of March.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:37

A new film - Reined In - sees Town Criers in new roles

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/27

Reined In is a new comedy film by Godalming’s Richard Stride, currently on the Festival Circuit. Richard has hopes it might also be made into a six part comedy series (the Caulfield Chronicles). Petersfield’s Town Criers, Faye and Martin Thompson, were invited to play roles in the wedding scenes set at a stables. They told us about the experience. Richard tells us more about the film, its roots in vintage British comedy, his own roles in Star Wars, and also about happenstance; how moving

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8:59

Local news for Wednesday 25th February

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/25

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. A man has been charged following a knife-point robbery at a store in Petersfield. Why not try your hand at a new racquet sport or perhaps not Your opinions about trees and green spaces sought And let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank this week To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 25 February, 2026See

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5:57

Healthwatch Report: care improves with feedback

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/24

Healthwatch is a statutory body that provides patients’ views of services. They were contacted by people in wheelchairs with learning disabilities about services provided to them at home. Healthwatch contacted the service providers and found they wanted opinion so Healthwatch have now produced a self help guide on how to collect feedback and opinions. Siobhan McCurrach, Healthwatch's Hampshire Area Director, spoke to Mike Waddington (also a member of Healthwatch) about why this is important

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9:49

Local news for Tuesday 24th February

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/24

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Hampshire County Council not bankrupt, yet Butser Ancient Farm to hold free open day Lichens yet another wonder of the Heath And after the news details of what’s on around the Petersphere To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 24 February, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:58

In the Sportlight 24th February

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/23

Rain-soaked Petersfield takes another battering this week but a game for the men away to Wincanton goes ahead on Tuesday the 17th February. The Womens Rams side do manage to get their pitch play worthy on Sunday and seek to continue their 100% winning league record https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ . In the hockey world both our men's and women's first sides have both been in action with the men away to Gillingham and the women hosting Aldershot and Farnham https://www.petersfieldhockeyclub.com/

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7:13

Your opinions - positive and negative - about trees...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/23

At the beginning of April all households will receive a survey through their letter box, from the Petersfield Society, about trees and green spaces in the town. Andy Moffat from the Petersfield Society tells Mike Waddington about the Petersfield Green Space and People's Survey (funded through a grant from Waitrose) and why opinions are being asked for. There will be development in the town too, so how should we plan for trees and green spaces and also check that developers deliver what the planning

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8:19

Local news Monday 23rd February

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/23

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. First homes released at Buckmore Farm development in Petersfield Mia has this weekend’s sporting results from across the Petersphere Can you help support the Petersfield Spring Festival? …and we have the latest results from the East Hants Community Lottery. To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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15:30

Why not try your hand at a new racquet sport or...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/22

Petersfield Squash Club have been part of Petersfield for over 50 years. The club has long served the local community, providing competitive team play, internal and external competitions and coaching for all skill levels. With the rise in popularity with Pickleball, is squash still a sport that people want to play. It definitely is just as popular now as it was 50 years ago. Shine Radio joined members at their Tuesday social evening to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:44

EHDC to continue the Council Tax Support Scheme

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/21

The Council Tax Support scheme is designed to help residents who would otherwise struggle to pay their council tax bill. It will continue to offer the most financially vulnerable residents a maximum of 100% support, which means they pay no council tax at all. Others can earn more before it affects the support they receive. Julie Butler speaks to Cllr Charles LouissonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:04

Victoria Hanson Exploring Art with u3a

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/21

More on one of the groups organised by Liphook's u3a. Victoria Hanson, from Conford, looks after the Exploring Art Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:03

Local news for Friday 20th February

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/20

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Hampshire County Council provide update on Pulens Lane Stroud Village Hall- bookings up; deficit down Juniper’s Lizzie a winner …and we preview this weekend’s sport To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 20 February, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:18

Starting a business is tough but is recommended by...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/19

Heather Coulson runs her own business, the Home Projects Companion, from Stroud. She recently joined the Stroud Village Hall Board as a Trustee. She launched her business to help people with domestic projects - from making your own cleaning products to larger work on your home; running courses as well as larger project work. She recommends going into business but works harder now, if flexibly, than when she had a 'regular job' and says it’s not for the faint hearted but likes it. Speaking to

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7:00

Lichens yet another wonder of the Heath and...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/19

Lichens are fascinating growths, says Duncan Wright, from PALE - that’s Petersfield Area Lichen Enthusiasts. Lichen are everywhere on the Heath - on the trees but also pioneering species also growing on the bins and you'll even find them on the wall by the Post Office. Duncan tells Mike Waddington all about them and the awe they inspire under the magnifying glass. Duncan gives talks with his colleague Peter Bisset and he gives a lively interview here. More here: Petersfield Area Lichen

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6:56

Stroud Village Hall - bookings up; deficit down

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/19

It’s good news from Stroud Village Hall, now covering its costs, a vital task to keep the Hall at the centre of the community. Hall Manager Katy Lace tells us more about what has been going on, as they prepare for Village Halls week which runs from 16 to 22 March. They also have some new trustees, Heather Coulson and Chris Holt, who talk to Mike Waddington about the role and what it involves for them and why they do it. The Hall, they say, gives a focal point for the community, with lots of

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9:17

Support needed for the Petersfield Spring Festival

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/17

The much loved festival is returning to Petersfield this May and whilst plans are well underway, the organisers need your support. Whether you can donate financially to the Crowdfunder or donate some of your time across the weekend, all help is gratefully received. Ben Errey of Petersfield Community Events tells us the exciting line up and how you can get involved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:47

Heath Pond healthier, not yet full, but brimming with...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2026/02/17

The Environment Agency approved ‘netting’ last week took about a thousand pounds (in weight) of fish out of the Pond and this helps the older fish and reduces the biomass. The younger fish have gone to the Cotswold. The seven or eight terrapins remain too. Petersfield’s Volunteer Fishing bailiff, the skillful Richard Welsh told us more including concerns about the water level, the overall health of the pond (which is good) and the code about responsible enjoyment and keeping dogs -

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