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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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8:49

Local news for Thursday 17th July

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/17

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield Lion Hunt - with free ice creams for the children TV broadcaster, Writer and historian speaks at Petersfield bookshop Everything is always better with tea and cake and a chat …and we have a roundup of local job opportunities To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:59am on 17 July, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for

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6:42

Home Start Butser celebrates its success with...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/16

Home Start Butser supported 262 local families last year and their Annual Celebration at Churcher's College, on Wednesday 16 July, was a very emotional affair. The Chair, Linda Bazant, welcomed people to the celebration with Home Start now in its 27 th Year! The Mayor, Councillor Chris Paige, presented certificates to volunteers for 10 years service; and thanked all the volunteers for what he said was their "great gift of time." Lauren, a young mum with three children spoke to the meeting with Dawn,

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8:31

Full Consultation in four to six weeks time about...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/14

The NHS says there may be better ways of providing services from one ward instead of two at Petersfield Hospital. Wendy Rees, Managing Director of the Portsmouth and South East Hants division of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, talks to Mike Waddington about what is happening. Wendy explains what is being suggested and why, and said there will be no redundancies in any proposals, and there will be a full consultation in four to six weeks time. More than 3,000 people

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40:36

In the Sportlight 13th July

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/13

In our 21st episode we preview the up and coming Summer Sports event at Penns Place next week and talk to a viking. Petersfield will play host to 'Hampshire's Strongest' competition in August and we chat with Ben Glasscock who is charged with organising the event. This year promises to be the biggest, with hundreds of entrants already registered. https://strengthregister.com/competition/hampshires-strongest-2025 . There's our weekly updates with Petersfield cricket club

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18:29

From first steps to ultra marathon for Logan the spaniel

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/13

Sara McCarthy took her Working Cocker Spaniel, Logan, to her local Canicross club a few years ago, to get outside a bit more. She and Logan have gained so much from the exhilarating sport of Canicross. Indeed, they love the sport so much that they recently joined the elite group of canine and human athletes that have completed an ultra-marathon. Sara explains the joys of Canicross, the warmth of the Canicross community and the significant physical and mental health benefits of this burgeoning sport

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7:38

School days past & present at Herne Junior's in...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/13

This year Herne Junior School in Love Lane, Petersfield is celebrating it's golden anniversary. Jo Gray went along to a special exhibition being held in the school hall as part of the celebrations. She met parent Jo who is secretary of the school PTA, known as 'HAFS' (which is theHerne Association of Families and Staff) and daughter Lois who is a pupil at the school. We also hear from teacher Michelle Armitage who organised the past pupil display.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:54

The Piano Bike Girl comes to Petersfield

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/11

Chloe Marie Aston is a piano player and singer with a difference. She wants to break into the music business so is busking in every town in the UK - Petersfield makes it over 200 so far . Chloe, 21, hopes it’ll get her work - she composes, plays and sings - recognised and her dad built her the bicycle with a piano attached to it!. Chloe spoke to Mike Waddington; she likes Petersfield and passers by really liked her music! More at Chloe Marie Aston | The Piano Bike GirlSee

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6:57

A roaring success: Lin Piatek is the new chair of the...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/11

Lin has been chair twice before and joined over 20 years ago to integrate into the community. The Lions raise money to support many local charities - like Home Start Buster, the Kings Head, prostate cancer awareness and individuals who might need something like an appliance, or support., like the cause of a very young child who had a stroke shortly after birth. They do want new members to help and to generate ideas. Lin spoke to Mike Waddington about the very impressive list of causes supported

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4:40

Petersfield Lion Hunt - with free ice creams for the...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/11

On Saturday 26 July, at the Heath from noon till 3pm, children can join a free Lion Hunt (with a map and 10 clues to answer) and win a free 99 ice cream on completion. The Petersfield Lions organised this as a 'thank you' to the community for all the support they've had over the last year, which has in turn benefitted others. Mike Waddington spoke to Lions Jackie and Dave Read all about il. More at What We Do – Petersfield Lions Club (CIO) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:05

Local news for 11 July, 2025

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/11

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. As the temperature rises, a difficult decision to postpone a popular dog show has been made. Headway has groups in Petersfield to help brain injured people Open Air Films return to the Petersphere …and we have the local sport preview To share your news stories emailteam@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:59am on 11 July, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:14

The Petersfield Bookshop hosts TV broadcaster, writer...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/11

Alex Churchill is a historian, battlefield guide and presenter of TV documentaries. She is also a Trustee of the Great War Group. She spoke about her new book - Ring of Fire - A New Global History of the Outbreak of the First World War - at the Petersfield Bookshop on 10 July. The book gives a different perspective, not the manoeuvrings in the corridors of power, but from street level; just ordinary people, including children and the older people who worked the fields after the labour force - young

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14:08

Golf Club stepped back in time of make do and mend

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/10

The Ladies Captain’s Day took the theme of the wartime years with a VE Day themed afternoon tea. Everyone was dressed in red, white and blue. There was ration books and the Petersfield Dementia Music Group came along to help everyone sing wartime favourite songs. Over £500 was raised on the day for Dementia Friendly Petersfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:01

Petersfield Salvation Army is celebrating 140 years...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/10

In March next year the Salvation Army will celebrate 140 years' work in Petersfield, based at its current location on Swan Street since 1924. Corps Sergeant Major Steve Field tells us more about the 'opening shots' in 1886 from local reports at the time and explains the military features of the church. Speaking to Mike Waddington he talks about what makes an individual soldier in the Army and how they are celebrating the 140 years' work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:21

Taro Staff walked 26 miles for company’s chosen...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/10

Members of staff walked the 26 mile route through the streets of Chichester across the South Downs National Park, ending up at West Wittering Beach. All chose to do the full course, finished and still made it into work the following day (4th July). The money raised this year is for Breast Cancer UK and the Ben Kinsella Trust. General Manager, Dave West congratulated them allSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:42

Thousands walk for their local causes

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/09

Sunday 29th May marked the 40th anniversary of the Beacon of Peace national charity walk. The event is run by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Elders Association and has raised over £11 million since 1985. They have supported more than 600 charities, many of which are based in East Hampshire. Many of which endured the heat of the day to walk again this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:28

Be responsible and avoid a fly tipping fine

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/09

It’s all about your duty of care and choosing a responsible option by remembering SCRAP. The five steps will so ensure that the waster carrier is registered. Did you know you can be prosecuted even if your waste is fly tipped by someone else We speak to Cllr Tony Costigan to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:29

Always check your bank statement regularly

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/09

It is important to check that you are not spending more than you earn, or have in your bank account come to that. Circumstances change for everyone. It is all about sensible budgeting and not feeling guilty to cancel any direct debits that are no longer affordable to ensure there is enough for those essential bills. Amanda Whiteland-Smith from Citizens Advice tells us moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:58

Version Excursion sing the Blues

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/09

Version Excursion are a five piece band, who've just played at Bramstock, with great skill, infectious energy and humour - focusing on the best of British Music. They describe themselves as having the beat of the Spencer Davis Group, the swagger of the Stones, the quirkiness of Bowie, the swing of Dexys, the energy of The Jam and the hedonism of the Faces. Mark Simpson met Mez Meyrick and Simon Rushie Rush in their Liphook studio as they were rehearsing "all killer, no filler" for their comeback

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12:01

How To DJ with Chris Koffman and DJ Red

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/09

If you've ever wondered how to master the turntable arts and DJ at festivals, events and parties, then DJ Red and Chris Koffman have a cv that includes Manchester's Hacienda, Ministry Of Sound, Garlands in Liverpool, Propaganda, Babushka, the Voodoo Lounge in London's Leicester Square and in playing front of 350,000 people at Berlin's Love Parade. They kept everyone dancing at Cathy Austin's Bramstock on Saturday and Mark Simpson caught up with them to learn the tricks of the trade, before they took

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5:09

Hampshire's newest family festival is here

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/07/09

Hampshire’s newest family festival, Dellfest, is taking place on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th July. Promising two days of sun, smiles, and sensational entertainment at The Dell in Cedar Valley in East Meon. It's where families, music lovers, and foodies come together to celebrate summer in one of Hampshire’s most beautiful settings. Mark Simpson found out more with Marketing and Communications Manager Sarah Harris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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