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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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5:05

Biggest children’s play park opened at Penns Place

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/27

The Mayor, Councillor Chris Paige, opened the new and accessible play park, which is alongside the Taro Leisure Centre. It’s one of 7 in the area managed by Petersfield Town Council and they have plans - details as yet unannounced - to upgrade more when funds allow. Project Manager Steve Field, tells us about opening day. More about parks and green spaces here:Petersfield-Parks-Directory-Oct22.pdf Photos courtesy of Petersfield Town Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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16:52

A promise was made and kept after battling against...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/26

Paul Heath made a promise to himself to complete a bike ride just to prove that he could do it. Following on from a three month battle after being rushed to intensive care with sepsis in Easter 2024, progress has been gradual. But nevertheless, his determination kept him going. Shine Radio, interviewed him last April and promised to come back after he completed his challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:09

Winton House a historic and vital asset for the...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/26

Winton House on the High Street, home to many charities in town and the Community Cafe, recently had an expensive refurbishment to the Grade 2 listed building. Robert Venables, 86, is the President of Winton House and he oversaw an extensive refurbishment there 15 years ago, that actually took a decade to complete, not least because so much was needed, but also an unexpected storm damaged the Victorian stained glass windows. Robert explains how it was all done and why the building, used for and by

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5:05

Giant Christmas Charity Market

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/26

Brothers Jeremy and Martin Holmes have been organising this charity market for 24 years (with another at Easter). It’s at the Festival Hall on Saturday 6 December and there are around 60 stalls, raising money for charities. Speaking to Mike Waddington, Jeremy Holmes tells us more about his involvement and what they are aiming to achieve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:10

A Petworth gallery celebrates the magic of...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/25

Photojournalist for The Observer newspaper Jane Bown (1925 - 2014) is being celebrated at the Newlands House Gallery in Petworth.You might not know her name but you will recognise her black and white portrait photographs of well known people at this new exhibition, Jane Bown: Play Shadow.It is 100 years since Jane Bown's birth and she has snapped everyone there was too in her six decades at The Observer. Sitters include the late Queen Elizabeth II to Samuel Beckett, from the Beatles to Robert

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6:49

The Big Give campaign doubles donations to local...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/25

The Big Give is a national charity that doubles the amount local charities raise but in one week only - Tuesday 2 December at noon, until Tuesday 9 December at noon. Mike Waddington speaks to one of the organisations gearing up for the week; local family support organisation, Home Start Butser. Nicola Winter, the Manager, explains how they need to raise £40,000 over the week - that's a fifth of what they need over the year. Organisations taking part have easy ways to donate in that week and

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6:32

The Town Criers raise their voice for Petersfield

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/25

Faye Thompson is Petersfield’’s Town Crier, an unpaid position that promotes Petersfield and the kind of people we are. She has been at many ceremonies, crying out proclamations as well as other less formal events like talking to schools. Martin, her husband is the Deputy Town Crier, who is looking into the history of the role. The brightly coloured livery and bell ringing attract attention when they're out and about. They gave Mike Waddington some examples of what has been happening -

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7:34

The Festival Hall is alive with entertainment

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/24

The Petersfield Festival Hall is thriving says venues manager Sean Ridley. In a recent catch up interview he tells Kirsty Meredith that his aim is to ensure the historic venue remains a place for all the community as well as becoming a destination venue for larger organisations. There's been a recent upgrading of the stage rigging system to ensure that the theatre is fit for use for many years to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:10

In the Sportlight 24th November

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/24

MRS Q and KEVIN travel to Penns Place this weekend where underwater rugby gets a tryout. In filthy conditions reminiscent of a biblical tale, Petersfield take on the Old Tiffinians https://www.petersfieldrfc.club/ . We speak with Ben Bentley the man charged with Petersfield Town football projects, about the upgrading of club facilities and the ambitious plans on the horizon.https://www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk/ . In football, Cup-Kings Liss Athletic have themselves 2 cup games in the short space of a

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8:16

Train to be a bee keeper!

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/24

Petersfield and District Beekeeping Association is almost 100 years old and produces a great product local people like the provenance of as well as its taste. Steve Reid from the Association talks to Mike Waddington about the training they offer (in February, with equipment provided) about keeping, swarming and crops. Steve explains what is involved - including the right equipment and avoiding the inevitable stings. He explains how they rehomed a swarm from Petersfield's Physic Garden (having made a

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6:47

The Big Dig Reports big findings in Petersfield

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/24

Liss Archeology and Petersfield Area Historical Society reported finds from last July and August's Big Dig, at the Museum on Saturday 22 November after some evaluation of the finds. Thirty people heard how they had found prehistoric flints - consistent with the the ancient presence on the Heath. They await confirmation of a Roman presence in the pottery report. They also discovered some old significant buildings demolished centuries ago under the Spain and at High Meadow. Ann Brooks speaks to Mike

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6:56

Local news for Monday 24th November

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/24

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Proposals to close Petersfield’s Rowan Ward go to a scrutiny committee tomorrow It was mixed fortunes for our local sports team this weekend… we’ll have the results good and bad Petersfield museum has sold every one of its memorial bricks …and there are sixteen winners in this week’s community lottery. We’ll bring you the winning numbers. To share your news stories

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8:03

Liphook Library offers so much

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/23

Mark Simpson visited the warm and welcoming Liphook Library, on London Road, where the staff know everyone. Mark spoke to Hermione Hurlock, manager of Liphook and Bordon libraries, to find out about all the vibrant activities and help they can offer the community and get inside information about local authors and the history of writing in the Petersphere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:30

Museum gifts price cut for whole of December

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/19

All 100 memorial bricks have now been sold at the Museum and Art Gallery and part of their 'thank you Petersfield' for Christmas, is to reduce entry fees by 50% (under 18s go free) for the whole month of December - with lots to see and do, and Santa appearing there on 22 December, the day of the 'Todler Takeover;. The Museum's Annabelle Bonnar tells Mike Waddington why there's a Christmas bow on the door and what's inside --- loads and yes Edward Thomas! See Home | Petersfield MuseumSee

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8:00

The Housing Crisis - ABRI Housing association...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/18

ABRI - the housing association - are building over 100 homes in Petersfield and more in other areas like Horndean. They say the housing crisis means they need to build, using 'brownfield sites' like at the top of Lavant Street, by the railway station. After a delay, they now have planning permission for Drum Court, on the Spain, to be rebuilt providing 21 flats, with work to start in Spring 2026. 54 homes, mainly houses, are being built on The Causeway, and the 34 units for social rent - the lowest

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11:29

Running for recovery & mental health awareness in the...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/18

We followed local chef Matt Rothwell from Thomas Lord Pub & Dining in West Meon on his incredible fundraising challenge to support mental health in hospitality.Inspired by his own journey, Matt set off to run 500k over 5 days to raise money forThe Burnt Chef Project Although his route didn't go to plan Matt achieved his goal in raising awareness of mental health in hospitality. Jo Gray was there with pub regulars, supporters, friends & colleagues to welcome himback to the Thomas Lord pub. To

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6:45

Petersfield Spring Festival is making a comeback

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/17

After taking a year out, Ben Errey and Steve Jacob of Petersfield Community Events have announced that the Spring Festival is returning in 2026. For the first time in their 13 year history, they are asking the people of the Petersphere for help to make this free community event happen. Ben Errey tells us about the Crowdfunder and how people can volunteer their time to ensure that Petersfield Festivals can continue for many years to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:13

A behind-the-scenes visit to the Hindhead Tunnel...

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/16

You probably drive through the Hindhead Tunnel just up the A3 from the Petersphere without giving it a second thought. Did you know there's a team that work 24-7 to keep it safe and operational? Orien talks to some of the hidden workforce from National Highways. He meets Jordan Cummings, a team manager based in the on-site control room, and Debbie Wood who is a Tunnel Safety Officer for the region. For TRIP advice visit the National Highways website & follow @HighwaysSEAST on X for any

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38:19

Talking Books - November 2025

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/16

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books. One Tree books are back in their premises from the 1st of the month so there is much to celebrate. This month there is no guest but as Michael Arnold has been selected for the booker, we are repeating part of his interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:11

Local news for Friday 14th November

Petersfield"s Shine Radio ·

2025/11/14

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Digital Exclusion rising as more services turn to on line only Twelfth Christmas appeal for toys and festive food for local families Lottery site restored and winners announced and we have a Sports preview 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 14 November, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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