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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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8:06

How the "Refresh" community café brings people together

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/06/01

Every Thursday morning, St Peter's church becomes a community café. Refresh has been running since 2013 with free tea, coffee cakes and freshly-baked scones. Hear from bakers Sue and Lynne and visitors Christine, Melanie, Penny, Jill and Vivienne. Shine Radio's Stephen Martin is listening to them. This audio was first broadcast on Sunday 1 June 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:11

Vicar of Petersfield Will Hughes on a busy time in...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/06/01

A community café, Ascension Day, a promoted rector and a new series of organ recitals - it's all happening at St Peter's church explains the reverend Canon Will Hughes. He is speaking to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin. Their audio was recorded on Thursday 29 May and first broadcast in Rise & Shine on Sunday 1 June.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:56

Petersfield has its new mayor - Chris Paige

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/30

Petersfield Town Council unanimously appointed Chris Paige, Town Councillor for Rams Hill, as Petersfield’s new mayor at its meeting on 29 May 2025. Cllr Jamie Matthews, for Bell Hill, is the new Deputy Mayor.Outgoing mayor, Cllr Lesley Farrow, was thanked for all her work and she wished Chris every success.Chris is also the Council's Armed Forces Champion and is well known for his work with the military community veterans and the Royal British Legion. The Mayor’s charities for this year

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8:22

Local news for Friday 30th May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/30

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. The Taro responds to complaints about its new music policy Pop Up clothing sale this weekend for Save the Children Brewers Decorator Centres - a best place to work …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 30 May, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:48

The Escapist craft beer bar opened this week on...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/29

After successfully running a craft beer bar with their own Brewery in Chichester, owners Tom and Steve have now opened one The Escapist in Petersfield. It's open every day except Mondays, from 3pm. Tom and Steve spoke to Mike Waddington about why they hope to replicate their five year success in Chichester with their own beers and ciders (and wines and spirits) and why they chose Petersfield. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:09

Citizens Advice Petersfield has received grant funding

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/28

Six local District Councillors have supported Citizens Advice in Petersfield with funding for £6000 from their Councillor Community Grants. This will help towards the shortfall in their funding that Shine Radio reported on a few weeks ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:06

The Taro responds to complaints about its new music...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/28

Many complaints have been received to the Taro Leisure Centre, following the decision to go to licence free music. In response to these complaints, Shine Radio’s Julie Butler asked the reasoning behind the decision from the Taro Leisure Centre’s General Manager, Dave West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:32

Petersfield Town Council are progressing well to...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/28

Shine Radio’s Julie Butler caught up with Projects Manager Steve Field to get an update on how things are progressing. They talk about the Council Chamber, the Heath toilets, the rigging and the future plans for Penns Playpark.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:58

Brewers Decorator Centres - a Sunday Times 'best...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/28

Brewers featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work list (on 25 May) and they won the national award for being the best place for people aged 55+ to work. Nick, the manager of the Chapel Street Branch, told us that the company has grown but retains the family business feel; Directors know people's names. They offer an enhanced holiday allowance with length of service and you can apply for a free week in one of the company's two holiday homes. Nick spoke to Mike Waddington about winning the

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7:58

Taro music unfit for exercise say class members

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/27

Members of Petersfield fitness classes are saying no thank you for the music. People who attend classes at The Taro say their instructors have switched from popular songs to generic drum and bass beats. They say they’ve been told it’s to save money on licensing fees. Marina, Andy and Ingala are among those not feeling it. They spoke to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin. We’ve asked the Taro centre for a response and will let you know what they say.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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54:28

Drinking with Phill and Mags - June 2025

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/27

This month we are talking Turkey - the country not the bird. Phill has been visiting the London Wine Fair and finally deliver on our promise to talk about low and no alcohol wines - there are some which we like and others which are less successful. We console ourselves with a chat about the aperitivo and some drinking days including a cracking breakfast martini which would suit Paddington down to the ground.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:47

Pop Up clothing sale this weekend for Save the Children

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/27

This Saturday 31 May and Sunday 1 June, at Winton House on the High Street, the Petersfield Branch of Save the Children are hoping to break their record by raising over £1,500 for use at home and abroad. Committee members Jane, Jill and Helen spoke to Mike Waddington about the importance of fund raising. This event and the next one in November raises funds for the organisation's Emergency Fund. The Branch is one of the top fund raisers for the Charity and has a long history in the area - the

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26:54

The PPod on location at Stansted House

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/27

This week we are on location in the library of Stansted House in Rowlands Castle. We have explored stately rooms, thriving businesses, a peaceful chapel, a range of musical and theatrical events, and even heard about the steam train! What more could you want in a day out?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:52

In the Sportlight 26th May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/26

Darts is in the Sportlight this week with the Petersfield darts league kicking into action. https://ptdl.leaguerepublic.com/ . Kevin and Mrs Q reluctantly visit 3 pubs/venues to take in the atmosphere and report on the results. Petersfield cricket teams continue their quest for league glory after mixed fortunes thus far https://www.petersfieldcricket.club/ . The women's rams football team have just one more game to finish off a great season as promoted champions https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/

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12:34

Enjoy a swim and help a local cause

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/26

The popular swimming gala is back for the adults. It all started when one of the regular swimmers wanted to race against someone in a fun gala, which proved difficult to organise. Swimming teacher, Marie from the Taro Leisure Centre and brainchild behind the event tells us more. For more details, contact the Taro Leisure Centre. Closing date is on Friday 30th May 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:44

Liphook Summer Fair and Duck Race

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/23

All are welcome to two of Liphook's annual events - the Summer Fair at the Infant and Junior Schools off The Avenue and the Brownie Duck Race in Radford Park. Jacqui Anderson is the new chair of the Friends of Liphook Junior School and organises the Duck Race. Mark Simpson asked her about both, starting with the most important question - when is the Summer Fair taking place?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:54

Local acro gym champs celebrate winning gold

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/23

Ten-year-old Herne Junior School pupil Joe and his partner Charlie, eleven, from Waterlooville are celebrating coming first at a national acro gymnastic competition. The boys, who belong to Xcel Gymnastics Club in Horndean, represented the South Region at the event which took place in the midlands. They competed in front of hundreds before scooping the gold medal for the Men's Pairs, Grade 2. Jo Gray met the boys and coach Lizzie who tells us more about the sport. We also hear from Joe's proud mum

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9:05

Local news for Friday 23rd May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/23

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield schoolboy and partner are celebrating acro gymnastics win Petersfield Bike Buddies ride in groups A new Town Crier has been appointed for Liphook …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 23 May, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:19

Bakery Lane: 'Last roll of the dice' as appeal gets...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/22

The landlord, Mr Naef, has appealed to the Secretary of State against the decision not to approve his planning application for the units on Bakery Lane, which include the Blacksmith's Daughter and the Fez restaurant. The appeal commenced on 8 May and objections can be made - or withdrawn - up to 12 June. The owner of the florists, the Blacksmith's Daughter, Christina (her father was a blacksmith in MIdhurst) says it's the last roll of the dice We have repeatedly asked Mr Naef to comment and we are

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9:04

Local news for Thursday 22nd May

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/05/22

A former Archbishop of Canterbury has been in Rogate. Elysian school appeals for information after animals stolen A breast cancer charity walk comes to Hampshire …and we have a roundup of local job opportunities Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. [add headlines here] 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 22 May, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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