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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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9:09

In conversation with author and actor Michelle Magorian

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/12

Petersfield author Michelle Magorian is probably most known for her book (and film and musical) Goodnight Mr Tom. She talks to Mike Waddington about her inspirations, her acting roles (including Joseph and HIs Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat and her appearance as Orinoco Womble), and her enjoyment in every day conversation despite being socially shy. Her father was in the navy so she spent years abroad and on her return she understood what challenges are. She holds to the Chinese proverb that a

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9:48

Behind the scenes at Television Centre

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/12

Jenny Mallin tours around the Petersphere, giving interesting talks, through U3a, about her career at the BBC, serendipity in life and her amazing family history, particularly relating to India. Mark Simpson asked Jenny about her life behind the scenes at the iconic BBC Television Centre, working on legendary shows like The Generation Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:10

Local news for Friday 12 December

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/12

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Compassion, farmers and supermarkets work together Barnardo's and NHS line up with workshops for new parents We review this weekend’s sport and today is the last day of local bulletins for this year on 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 4:58am on 12 December, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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45:42

The Life Clinic - talking about care and support

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/11

Julie Butler is joined once again this month with Lynn Osborne, Nickki Haggar and Duncan Cameron. This month it is all about Christmas and we talk about families at this Festive period and how generations come together and interact. We also get sound advice from Amanda Whiteland-Smith from East Hants Citizen Advice on how to cope with the extra pressures of Christmas. Then it's over to join the Festive Elves that are running and walking, all in aid of raising funds and awareness of mental health

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6:32

Thank you Joe Tully! Home Start Butser overwhelmed...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/11

Local Family support organisation, Home Start Butser, kept its volunteers very busy on Thursday 11 December, wrapping all the presents - hundreds of them - donated through Joe Tully's Annual Christmas Give. 'The community has been so generous.' Home Start Butser's manager, Nicola Winter, tells Mike Waddington, about the amazing generosity of the community, meaning that all the 371 children in the 263 families they support, will receive a gift. Their work continues thanks also to their Big Give

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7:40

Barnardo's and the NHS link up with workshops for new...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/11

Hampshire Healthy Families provides new parents with confidence building information. The Health Visiting service works with partner Barnardo's to provide workshops in informal settings including the Heath (for a walk every Monday at 1:30pm) and the Library. Sophie Williams from Barnardo's tells us more about them and how they build confidence in new parents. The workshops are free to attend. Sarah James is a Health Visitor at the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and she

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10:52

It’s all about being extra vigilant in the Festive...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/10

The police are asking everyone to ensure they stay alert and vigilant to the lead up to Christmas. There has been a spate of thefts from outbuildings and this is the time of year where shoplifting is more prevalent. Don’t leave anything to chance. Ensure that everything is securely locked and make sure that you keep all valuables on you when out shopping. Also, if you have a new bike for Christmas there is an opportunity to go and register it after the Christmas breakSee

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9:26

It’s a lifetime of moments

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/10

When local Liss man, Keith Budden was told to slow down to relieve stress, he decided the time was right to think about writing his book. There is a catalogue of health issues throughout his life, so he wanted to reflect and put a humorous side to things to help others that maybe in the same position.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:13

Compassion, farmers and supermarkets work together

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/10

The Current Affairs group, in its last meeting of 2025, turned its attention to compassion for animals in food. Phil Brooke, 27 years at Compassion in World Farming, spoke about work with farmers and supermarkets to end bad practice. He highlights how partnership has helped improve things and how the consumer can help. More at ciwf.org.uk The Current Affairs Group meets again in February 2026, returning to its usual venue at One Tree Books. For more information, contact Phil Selby at

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5:28

Cross party agreement to recognise the importance of...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/10

At the last EHDC full council meeting, councillors joined and voted together to a motion from District Councillor, Ginny Boxall. The motion to protect protect the rivers that flow through the district is a vital step toward safeguarding our streams and rivers, so they can recover and thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:15

Over fifty charities were presented with cheques from...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/10

Last Friday everyone came together at the Mubarak Mosque in Tilford to receive their cheques from their walks during the year in the National or Regional walks. Over £380,00 was donated to support communities across East Hampshire and reaching out as far as Farnborough. Petersfield Shine Radio was lucky enough to receive £1500.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:39

Duke of Gloucester Steams into Petersfield

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/09

On Tuesday 9 December, the Duke steamed up to Petersfield to take passengers on a luxury Pullman experience to the Bath Christmas Market. Mike Waddington spoke to some people travelling in it today, as well as those who just came to look. It took up the entire platform, disappointing those who wanted to stand beside the engine but never denting their enthusiasm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:46

The Mayor chose his Christmas Card and the TPS winner...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/08

The Mayor of Petersfield, Cllr Chris Paige, chose the winning design for his official Christmas card after reviewing shortlisted works from students at TPS - The Petersfield School. The overall winner was Clover, who told us about her card and why she chose the Heath. Mike Waddington also spoke to Emilie, Noah and Todd about their work - Emilie's was chosen for TPS's own card (which Grace, another student, also contributed to.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:01

Reviving Rural Theatre: Zoë Maddison on the Future of...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/07

Laura Sheppard sits down with Zoë Maddison, Chair of the Lion & Unicorn Players, to explore the rich history of this much-loved local theatre group. Zoë reflects on the challenging years the Players faced during Covid and the period that followed, and shares how the company is now turning a positive corner with renewed energy, fresh ideas, and ambitious plans for the future. Based in Sheet and performing across the Petersphere, the Lion & Unicorn Players continue their mission to

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6:23

The Panto is right behind you!

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/06

The Winton Players traditional panto - Jack and the Beanstalk - is on at the Festival Hall from 9 th to the 17 of January 2026. Mike Waddington (n the senior chorus himself) speaks to Panto Villain Phil Humphries, King Bertram John Whitaker, and Orla and Rachel from the Chorus. The whole production has about 70 people on and backstage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:38

The P pod - Butser Ancient Farm

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/05

This week we are upon the slopes of Windmill Hill just south of Petersfield at the amazing Buter Ancient Farm. Yes, we know the farm for lots of events throughout the year. But of course, between those events, they have an ongoing programme of education. So we're going to speak to the people who dressed up as Roman soldiers, who show us how to make swords, and who invite visitors to join them in the wonderfully diverse world of ancient history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:43

Local news for Friday 5th December

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/05

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Iconic High Street Building now The White Company Christmas at the library - books, games, cards, and crafts! EHDC Councillors are now paperless to help with the environment 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 5 December, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:16

EHDC Councillors are now paperless to help with the...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/04

Councillors have been issued with laptops, to make significant savings in both cost and the impact on the environment. Dramatic savings will be made as a result of going paperless across the 43 councillors. The first full council meeting in September saved the council £4833 on printing costs, which is over 14,000 sheets of paper. Cllr Nick Drew tells us moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:55

It’s time for the Taro Christmas Fair

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/04

It’s that time year for everyone to get into the Festive mood. The Taro Christmas Fair takes place on Saturday 6th December. Why not come down to meet Father Christmas, have a hot chocolate and sing along to Christmas carols. It’s not just for children. There’s plenty to do for everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:24

A book written from love

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/12/04

Local man Roy Ward needed a way to start to come to terms with his loss of his wife Margaret. They had been together for 73 years and always been together in that time. Letters to Margaret is his way of dealing with bereavement and still keeping her memory for him alive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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