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Chandler’s Ford & Eastleigh Lucky Shoe Find Local Jamie Cowcher had a lucky find when he stepped into the Naomi House and Jacksplace charity…
STEVE BRINE: QUESTION TIME
Tell us what you actually do – can you describe a typical day in the role? Now there’s a question! There’s no such thing…
DO I NEED THE OTHER PARENT’S CONSENT TO TAKE MY CHILD ON HOLIDAY ABROAD?
When considering booking a holiday there are many considerations to think of. Often a consideration is whether you require the consent of the other…
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HAMPSHIRE OPEN STUDIOS
Follow the Hampshire Open Studios art trail A free art trail across more than 290 venues for the visiting public to meet artists in…
SUMMER CAMPS/ACTIVITIES FOR ALL THE KIDS TO ENJOY
SOUTHAMPTON WEST: Southampton Sports Centre, Children’s Pleasure Park. Ski slopes and tennis courts, Golf Course Road, Bassett. Call 07809 151365 Parthian Climbing Southampton, climbing…
ST MAURICE’S COVERT MURAL
Earlier this year, Winchester City Council announced plans to commission an experienced artist to design and deliver an inspiring and vibrant mural at St…
THE DUKE ON THE TEST
The Duke dates back to 1583 when the first hostelry opened on the site, but has now been extensively refurbished and extended to include…
DOWNS AND WEALD REVEALED
The inaugural Petersfield Walking Festival will be taking place in 20 – 27 August.Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, where dramatic chalk…
GROANERS & GRUNTERS WELCOME
“A lot of people lack the ability, practice or confidence to sing in tune,” says Sharon Marnell (pictured) who runs a Tuneless Choir in…
TEENAGERS ARE WILDLIFE RANGERS AT TESTWOOD LAKES
Hampshire IOW Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers are once again offering the chance for young people aged 12-18 years to take part in wildlife…
CAROLE TOOK THE LEAP AND JOINED A BOOTCAMP
Carole had always had her reasons for not joining a fitness class. “I thought everyone would be fit and skinny, I didn’t want to…
FOLLOW THE HARES OF HAMPSHIRE TRAIL
Hares of Hampshire is a spectacular public art event showcasing an exhibition of magnificent hares across Southampton and Winchester. Each giant sculpture will be…
PRINCE CHARLES SEES LICORICIA NOW IN HER RIGHTFUL PLACE
Winchester’s important Jewish past has been thrown under the national spotlight after the unveiling of the statue of Licoricia, a prominent member of the…
HAMBLEDON VINEYARD – THE OLDEST ENGLISH VINYARD
‘We’re England’s oldest vineyard, in the birthplace of cricket!’ exclaims Ian Kellett, owner of Hambledon Vineyard, ‘it doesn’t get better than that!’ It’s been…
BUDDY – THE SMALL DOG WITH A BIG HEART
A local Miniature Dachshund and his owner are prize winners after entering a national award celebrating the powerful bond between dogs and their humans….
PORTSMOUTH PLANS FOR QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE
Big Lunch events, lighting beacons in the north and south of the city, grants for environmentally friendly legacy projects and a weekend of street…
UKRAINE – HOW CAN WE HELP?
Everyone, yes, everyone can be charitable whether it’s giving your time, home, expertise, money, goods or just talking to someone who needs someone to…
SENDS A SHIVER DOWN YOUR SPINE
British adventurer and Channel 4 ‘Hunted’ star, Jordan Wylie, is an ex-soldier from Alresford and he has been on a polar quest to run…
SOS CALL FOR HELP AFTER PAULTONS CC ARSON ATTACK
Paultons Cricket Club was the victim of an arson attack in January. Crews from Redbridge, Romsey, St Mary’s and Eastleigh arrived to find half…
FROM COW TO CUP AT YOUR LOCAL STORE
Fresh, pasteurised milk from a farm just two miles away is being delivered within hours of being milked to passers-by and the local community…
Food & Drink
A TASTE OF SUMMER
Cocktail ingredients you can grow in your garden There’s nothing quite like summer to bring out the cocktail connoisseur in all of us. But…
HAMBLEDON VINEYARD – THE OLDEST ENGLISH VINYARD
‘We’re England’s oldest vineyard, in the birthplace of cricket!’ exclaims Ian Kellett, owner of Hambledon Vineyard, ‘it doesn’t get better than that!’ It’s been…
FROM COW TO CUP AT YOUR LOCAL STORE
Fresh, pasteurised milk from a farm just two miles away is being delivered within hours of being milked to passers-by and the local community…
THE HOBBIT REVAMP FEELS LIKE A FANTASY
An iconic Southampton pub is back on the social scene after a £600,000 makeover. During its six months closure, The Hobbit in Portswood has…
SAINSBURY’S TO BECOME THE MERCANTILE FLEA
Shopping trolleys used to rumble through the site. Now, the old Sainsbury’s in Bitterne is to take on a brand-new look and is set…
SPICED CHICKPEA & TOMATO STEW
This warming veggie stew will hit the spot on a cold autumn evening. Serve with steamed couscous or orzo pasta instead of rice, if…
CINNAMON STARS
Makes 20Ready in 1 hour, plus chilling and cooling 2 medium egg whites 175g icing sugar 250g finely ground roasted hazelnuts 50g mixed peel,…
Rhubarb Meringue Pie
A delicious variation on the classic, this will be a perfect dessert for a special family meal or Sunday roast. Serve with single cream…
Iced Mocha Traybake
Coffee and chocolate are the perfect combination in this simple all-in-one tray bake recipe. Ingredients 225g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing 225g…
Twice Cooked Cheese Souffles
The beauty of these individual soufflés is that you don’t have to worry about them collapsing before they get to the table. You can…
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