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 call Petersfield 01730 555 500. You make it shine.
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This week we are here to find out all about the WI, the Women’s Institute. The Petersfield Evening WI is one year old.
They are also celebrating 110 years of the WI and how to follow in the footsteps of those before them, ensuring that the WI works as well today, as it did when it was first formed.
The WI offers women the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and campaign on wide ranging issues, so tonight we will...
The Reverend Amanda Sim updates us on activities at St Matthew's Church in Blackmoor.
Amanda is speaking to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin.
This piece was first broadcast on Sunday 5 October 2025.
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Richard 'Ricky' Palmer is a regular guest on The Local Showcase. The local musician took part in the Baton of Hope relay as it passed through Portsmouth. It’s part of a national initiative to reduce the stigma of talking about suicide & Richard wanted to share his own experience with us. He talks to Jo Gray in Victoria Park.
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The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is to hold two public events next week; one online on Wednesday 8 October and a face to face event the next day. Thursday 9 October at 2pm.
Attendees will hear a presentation and can ask questions
Meanwhile MP Damian Hinds has written to the Trust about his concerns.
He says ...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- UKPAC has been rolled out to shops across Hampshire
- Winton House celebrates completed renovation
- Grief, the unwelcome journey
- and We tell you ‘what’s on’ around the Petersphere
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Published at 4:58am on 30 September, 2...
It’s been a busy summer and September for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police.
Shine Radio’s Julie Butler caught up with the Police and Crime Commissioner to get an update on some of the things that have concerned our local residents.
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Butser Ancient Farm are planning two days of autumnal creativity, entertainment and inspiration with bestselling writers! There are literary talks covering a range of writing genres, live poetry readings and folk music, local craftsfolk, storytelling, fun activities for all the family, in-depth writing workshops, and book signings, all set against the ancient backdrop of Butser Ancient Farm.
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Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Town Council Chamber reopened after major refurbishment
- Mia has this weekend's sporting results from the Petersphere
- Memory Books are a treasure trove for families in Petersfield
- …and the winning numbers are out in this week’s community lottery
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Local man Gavin Thomas was one of the baton bearers for the Portsmouth leg for the Baton of Hope Walk.
The baton was held by more than 100 volunteers as they passed the baton through Portsmouth.
Started in 2023, the walk was started by two fathers reaching out in their grief. Shine Radio’s Julie Butler followed up on a previous interview with Gavin and joined him at the finish line.
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The Baton of Hope is the UK’s biggest ever suicide prevention initiative. The Olympic torch-style baton is the world’s first physical icon of mental health. It’s touring the country in a relay to raise awareness of suicide and reduce the stigma of talking about it.
The event is taking place in 20 locations and on Friday (26 September) it came to Portsmouth - over 100 residents carried the Baton of Hope through the...
Cascade Chorus are inviting singers of all abilities to join them for A Wicked Day on Saturday 27th September in Waterlooville.
Musical Director Debs Thompson told Shine Radio that the day will be full of fun, harmony, and a little bit of magic from the West End hit Wicked.
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If you want a warm welcome, cup of coffee and a pastry or an urgent restock of essential household items or a really interesting present for someone special, then Milland have their own award winning stores and cafe, staffed by village volunteers.
What's more in the winter months you can enjoy a home cooked meal and a film in the village hall.
Mark Simpson met up with Isobel Fraser to find out more.
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Jean Hick, wife of Petersfield’s first elected Mayor Ken Hick opened the new expanded Council chamber on 25 September at a ceremony with former Town Mayors and the Mayors of Whitehill and Alton.
The horseshoe table has been retained but there’s more space for the public.
The dignified design makes an ideal place for the Council’s deliberations and ideal to hire for special events.
Mike Waddington reports from the ...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Frontline Debt advice say - just drop in for help
- Happy, chatty cake time at Macmillan coffee morning
- Tea, cake and dancing; , a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon
- and we have a Sports preview
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Published at 4:58am on 26 September, ...
Jane Fletcher is a very experienced Social Prescriber at the Grange Surgery, by Tesco's in Petersfield.
Her role is finding solutions to the non-medical problems that undermine a person’s health and wellbeing.
They have started a monthly health hub at Love Lane Community Centre where many organisations offer advice and information.
Jane talks about her experience of over 25 years in this kind of work, and overcoming dys...
The Town Mayor, Councillor Chris Paige, cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of an expensive refurbishment - over £100,000 - of the Grade 2 listed building at a ceremony on Thursday 25 September.
Winton House is an important part of the High Street’s appearance and traditions, and has also been relit for an impressive night time view too.
It's main purpose though is for the community, providing a base for ov...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Workplaces need to understand ADHD and the talents of those with the condition
- Funds raised in memory of an old colleague
- Funding for River Rother investigation
- …and we have a roundup of local job opportunities
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Holly Henson struggled with her mental health and started using the gym. From the support she received through the GP referral scheme, and gaining more confidence, all lead to her decision to become a yoga instructor.
Now fully qualified, it has given her confidence and a drive to grow her career.
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Dementia Friendly Petersfield held their autumn tea dance last Sunday. Dancers once again, performed both ballroom and latin dances before encouraging everyone up onto the dance floor.
This is the third dementia tea dance held at Churcher’s College. It was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
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There was an impromptu ribbon cutting last Friday (19th September) at Petersfield Heath to mark the opening of the newly refurbished toilets.
A little more work is needed before the adult changing room can be opened, but the mens, ladies, unisex and baby change facilities are now fully functional.
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