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.
Episodes
Nine year old collie, Peggy Sue, is on her last agility season this year.
Owner, Rachel Williams took some time out from organising the Agility trials at Dogs Day Out in Hampshire to talk about the sport in general and Peggy Sue's career.
Rachel is interesting on the working urge in collies - Peggy Sue will retire from agility, but she has no plans to stop. She's also bringing on her younger puppy, Brie, whose parents a...
On Friday 3 July, Agencies Working Together marked going into its 10 year with a face to face meeting, with hot drinks and doughnuts.
There are around 40 organisations who attend this voluntary network to share information and find out what others are doing and how they can help each other.
AT every meeting one organisation leads off; this one heard the latest from Lucia Smith from Home Start Butser.
The coordinator, St...
Today marks one year since the devastating fire that swept through Lavant Street in Petersfield. In the days and months that followed, the community rallied around those affected. Businesses found temporary homes, fundraising efforts gathered pace, and local people showed the resilience and generosity that Petersfield is known for. While rebuilding continues, the spirit of the town has remained stronger than ever.
We reflect on som...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Anniversary of the Lavant Street Fire sees progress made.
- A traditional British meal but plant based is coming to Petersfield.
- The Avenue Tennis Courts were refurbed and reopened.
- We preview this weekend’s sport
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Petersfield Council's consultation to remediate the eroded Heath pathways over a few years, closes on 16 August.
They have consulted with the Friends of the Heath, the Plump Duck and the Petersfield Society but want public views - positive and negative - on the £150,000 estimated plan which will take time to fully implement.
Town Ranger Jacob Gibson talks to Mike Waddington about the consultation and getting the work done over a fe...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Petersfield Underground - the 2026 Big Dig!
- Another football tournament for the Dementia Walking Football group.
- 72 Holes challenge completed at Petersfield Golf Club.
- we have a roundup of local job opportunities.
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Liphook Junior School Teacher Jennifer Brown is retiring as Year 4 Lead, Head Of English and Oracy. For the past twenty years she has also organised a truly wonderful annual event, where the children pay tribute to those who sacrificed everything in the world wars, after travelling here from North America. It is the emotional culmination of a three month history learning journey for the children and was attended by the local vicar,...
On Wednesday 1 July - in Wimbledon week - the Mayor Councillor Jamie Matthews, cut the ribbon to reopen the four courts in the Avenue playing fields.
Mike Waddington attended the event and we hear from Project Manager Steve Field( at the beginning), Councillor Anne Stephenson who Chairs the Council's Recreation Committee and the Head of PE at TPS who brought students to try it out.
Rochelle Halliday, the Town Clerk explains how it ...
Andrew Simpson travelled to Ukraine earlier this year to deliver a vehicle and supplies and he is going again; driving himself and leaving the vehicle (and contents) behind.
Part of Pickups for Peace, he told us his story; and it is a remarkable one as he will drive alone and at 79 says it's the right thing to do.
Andrew Simpson is fundraising for Pickups for Peace
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Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Don’t ditch it, fix it, that’s the message from the Repair Café.
- Firefighters Rescue Donkey Stuck in Mud Near Liss.
- A local Liphook man has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours.
- And let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank this week.
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The first Repair Café at the Avenue Pavilion was back in February this year, but last Saturday was very special as it was their official launch.
Greg Ford, Chairman of PCAN attended, along with Damian Hinds MP and our Town Mayor, Cllr Jamie Matthews cut the ribbon with a difference. It was hazard tape.
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Liss Archaeological Society and Petersfield Historical Society launch the 2026 Big Dig on Saturday 4 July, with the Mayor, Cllr Jamie Matthews, turning the first sod, at High Meadow, next to Swan Surgery.
The fourth Big Dig is two week’s in trenches and also in eight private dwellings for the 16 team members.
More of Petersfield's past as a busy crossroads has been uncovered and there's a suggestion of ancient pathways,...
Petersfield endured the hottest June temperatures on record last week.
But why? Local meteorologist Wayne Elliott joined Stephen Martin on Shine Radio to share the hard data and explain what happened and what we can expect in the future.
Plus Wayne has a handy tip to help you keep your house cool next time the mercury rises.
You can see Petersfield's local weather forecast at https://shineradio.uk/weather
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It was a very early start for Club Captain, Albie Zarbcousin and General Manager Katie Laud, It was to raise funds for all three golf captain's chosen charities this year, The Rosemary Foundation.
They played 72 holes in a day, still keeping their competitive spirit as they lapped the course on several occasions.
Shine Radio caught up with at lunchtime while they still playing to find out their reasoning for doing something like th...
We're back into the holiday season in the 'Petersphere', and this month Sky Watch is going to get ambitious! Usually, you’re encouraged to observe a handful of stars in a particular constellation that happens to be well-placed in the evenings above our town. This month however, our main observing target consists of billions of stars!
Discover what you can see in the Petersphere night skies this month with the latest Sky ...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- As more services move online, are some people being left behind?
- Rake village pub is saved from closure.
- A Petersfield accident black spot gets the green light for traffic calming work.
- Stuart has this week's guide to what's on across the area.
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On Saturday 25 July, from 3pm to 11pm, the Stroud Revels takes place, as ever on a local farm.
An important focus for the village with lots of activities for families; food, drink and music, welly wangling and more.
It's for family and village fun but also raises funds for charity - this year, the Air Ambulance at the request of the hosting farm.
Committee members Lynda Hooper and Dave Cawdeary spoke to Mike...
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- War Hero commemorated in Liss.
- This weekend's sporting results from across the Petersphere.
- Traditional teachers are required in a very nontraditional setting.
- We’ll share the latest winning numbers in the East Hants Community Lottery.
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Alistair Halliday spoke of his surprise on receiving an OBE for services to Service Personnel, Veterans and Families. As the CEO for the Forces Employment Chair. Under his leadership it has transformed the support for the military community, helping many individuals to successfully transition into civilian employment.
Locally he is also the Chair of the Bohunt Education Trust, his leadership and dedication has made a lasting impact...
On Saturday 27 June the distinctive Petersfield Bookshop held a special invitation-only event for people interested in books and this bookshop in particular, for its stacks, its events - readings, talks and poetry nights.
Mike Waddington reports from the event and speaks to Rob, the host, Fate of the Magpie who performed and the people who came from allover for the love of books, the discounts, and over wine, beer and soft drinks t...
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