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Forthcoming Events
The Grange Festival
Until12 July
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The Grange, Northington, Hampshire, SO24 9TG
The Grange Festival is an arts charity which presents an exceptionally dynamic programme of opera, dance, and concerts each summer. Held in one of the most celebrated neo-classical mansions in Britain, surrounded by a stunning countryside landscape, the Festival welcomes audiences from far and wide for awe-inspiring experiences of beauty, connection and artistic excellence. A visit to The Grange Festival contrasts to the sometimesfrantic rush of theatregoing in cities by offering an expansive, renewing experience centred on connection and celebration. Our intimate RIBA Award-winning theatre provides an unparalleled sense of closeness to the performers and superb acoustics from every seat. For more information and tickets visit: https://thegrangefestival. co.uk/
Serenade for aSummer Evening Tickets arrangements
Saturday 6 June
From 7pm to 8pm
St John the Baptist Church, St Johns Street, Winchester SO23 0HF
Songs by Dowland, Schubert, De Falla and well known folk song arrangements. ticketsKatie Gilbert Soprano & Mark Eden Classical guitar. EveningTickets: All ticket prices include booking fees and programmevia Theatre Royal Box Office: 01962 840 440 www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/ whats-on/serenade-summer-evening
Chilli and Cheese Festival
We’re delighted to announce that the Cheese and Chilli Festival will return to Winchester for its 11th year in 2026! Join us at North Walls
Sat 6 and Sun 7 June
Sat 10am - 6pm, Sun to 5pm
River Park Recreation Ground, Gordon Road, Winchester, SO23 7DD
Recreation Ground (River Park, just behind the former River Park Leisure Centre) for another unforgettable weekend packed with flavour, fun, and family entertainment. For more information and tickets visit: https:// cheeseandchillifestival.com/event/ winchester/
Retro Wheels and Rails at the Watercress Line
Sat 13 to Sun 14 June
From 10.30am to 4.30pm
The Watercress Line, The Railway Station, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9JG
Celebrating the changes of road, rail, music and more through the ’40s, to the ’70s! Join the journey through the decades as you travel through the Hampshire countryside at The Watercress Line. You’ll step back in time as you step off the train at each station, with each station celebrating a different decade: Alresford: 1960s, Ropley: 1940s + vehicles, Medstead & Four Marks: 1950s, Alton: 1970s Enjoy period music, vehicles, activities and more, around the railway over the weekend. Vintage attire is welcome but optional. For more information and tickets visit: https://watercressline.co.uk/specialdays/retro-wheels-and-rails/
St Giles’ Hill guided walking tour
Saturday 20 June
From 2.30pm to 4pm
Location in details below
This walk has it all – picturesque nature, breathtaking views, tree-lined paths and a forgotten railway. This walk has it all – picturesque nature, breathtaking views, tree-lined paths and a forgotten railway. It’s not just
a walk, but a journey through time. Join one of Winchester’s professional guides for a 90 minute walking tour, starting at Winchester Visitor Information Centre. To take part visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ st-giles-hill-guided-walking-tourtickets-1983442422679
The Winchester 3 Peaks challenge
Saturday 20 June
From 11am
Nearest postcode: SO23 9ES
6.5 miles (Winchester Walking Weekend) Moderate Difficulty. Discover Winchester from a different perspective on a guided walk linking three of the city's most beautiful hilltop viewpoints. We'll begin at St Giles Hill, with its sweeping views over the historic city skyline, before continuing to the peaceful paths of St Catherine's Hill, a place rich in nature and history. Finally, we'll climb to Oram's Arbour, the great Iron Age earthwork that offers a remarkable sense of the city's past. Along the way you'll hear stories of Winchester's landscape, history, and the people who shaped it. Expect fresh air, wonderful views, and a chance to see some of the most atmospheric corners of the city. Grid reference: SU 48147 29332 Nearest postcode: SO23 9ES what3words: raking.optimists. strange
Dinosaurs : Home Education Day
Wednesday 24 June
From 10am
Gosport Museum and Art Gallery, Walpole Road, Gosport, PO12 1NS
Richard Owen has accidentally brought dinosaur eggs from the past to Gosport Museum and they need to be taken back in time. But watch out - one of the eggs seems to have hatched! Pupils will become scientists in our lab, exploring real dinosaur fossils and taxidermy collections to help them solve puzzles, complete riddles, explore the world of dinosaurs and return the eggs - they may even meet a dinosaur along the way! For booking visit: https://www.hampshireculture.org. uk/booking?id=1413601
Southern Voices ConcertFlower Songs
Saturday 27 June
From 7.30pm
St Johns Church, East Street, Alresford, SO24 9AG
Enjoy a light-hearted programme of choral singing from Winchester chamber choir – Southern Voices. The choir is delighted to be returning to Alresford and the concert is filled with the makings of a perfect summer’s evening entertainment for you.“Flower Songs” opens with three delightful Pearsall madrigals: Summer is icumen in; Lay a Garland and Sing we and chaunt it and closes with two well-known tunes to leave you smiling – Goodnight Sweetheart, here arranged by Kirby Shaw, and Night and Day, arranged by Andrew Carter. The Flower Songs are courtesy of Benjamin Britten –whose Five Flowers Songs will be sung by way of commemoration of the composer’s 50th anniversary of his death. Tickets £18 (concessions) from southernvoices.co.uk or 0333 666 4466. Booking fees apply.
Shakespeare’s Open-Air Macbeth’
Sunday 28 June
From 5.30pm (bar 4.30pm)
The Great Hall, The Castle, Winchester, SO23 8UD
Join the troupe in the courtyard of The Great Hall, Winchester for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps, mayhem and mirth. We all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… Suitable for all ages and apparitions. To buy tickets visit: http://www.handlebards.com/show/ Macbeth-The-Great-Hall/
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DANNY CHAMBERS - WE CAN IMPROVE HEALTHCARE AND EDUCATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Fighting for better local healthcare and education has been a big focus for me this past month. As the Lib Dem spokesperson for mental health, I’ve long been calling for a ban on harmful social media for under 16s. I am only too aware of the terrible damage that social media, and addictive algorithms can cause young people. Parents, teachers and children all tell me we need action now.
That's why I’ve been supporting an age-rating system similar to the one we already have for films and video games. It’s an approach supported by over 40 children’s charities, including the NSPCC. I’ve voted four times in Parliament now to ban harmful social media for under 16s. Despite the Government’s delays, I'm hoping the law will change soon.
I’ve now visited over half of the state schools in Winchester and the Meon Valley. A common challenge they're all working hard on is how to provide a suitable educational environment for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
I recently met with parents and guardians of SEND children. It was heartbreaking to hear about how they had been let down time after time by the system and I'm concerned that as the government plans SEND reform, these families are not being properly consulted. That's why alongside my colleagues in Parliament, I wrote a letter to the Secretary of State for Education asking the government to guarantee that these families would not be ignored.
I have also been concerned over delays to ADHD and autism assessments for many children in our area. The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board announced that some children might not be seen until 2027. That could be a real problem as the longer a child goes without assessment, the longer they spend in school without the support that they deserve.
Parents and children need those assessments before they can get the treatment and medication they might desperately need. I’ve written to the care board asking for a clear and honest explanation about the reasons for this controversial decision.
I believe that all of these measures, whether it’s tackling harmful social media, providing suitable provision for SEND in schools, or ensuring ADHD and autism are promptly diagnosed, would both massively help the young people involved and also save us a lot of money. It’s well known that the longer delays are for healthcare, whether it’s physical or mental, the more costly treatment becomes over time. If we can get things right from the very start of a child’s life, everyone benefits.
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WINCHESTER ROTARY – “WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW NOW ABOUT ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE”
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is in the top 10 of global public health threats. This event has been organised to maximise awareness regarding the impact of AMR and learn about what is being done to counter its threat. The presentations will be followed by Q&A and networking. Winchester Rotarian Professor Kordo Saeed is a consultant clinical microbiologist at University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust & Honorary Professor at the University of Southampton. His interests are infections in intensive care. He is the chair of the Rapid Diagnostics and Biomarker Working Group of the International Society of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (ISAC).
Dr Danny Chambers is the Liberal Democrat MP for Winchester and a veterinary surgeon. He holds a Master of Science in Epidemiology and Infectious Disease Control. Danny has drawn on his expertise to bring attention to antimicrobial resistance, or AMR, and serves as secretary of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on AMR.
Proceeds from this event will go to support End Polio Now - a global campaign led by Rotary International and partners to eradicate polio, having reduced cases by 99.9% since 1988. With only two countries (Pakistan and Afghanistan) remaining endemic, continued vaccination efforts are essential to protect 400 million children annually and prevent a potential surge of 200,000 new cases yearly.
For full details and to book: www.winchester-rotary.org/AMR
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MR MAC - JUNE NEWS
There are very few people who have not heard of Steve Jobs. During his time at Apple, he helped bring the world the iPod, iPhone, iPad and many other groundbreaking products. Jobs had two separate periods at Apple after co-founding the company in 1976. In 1985, following a bitter power struggle, he was forced out of Apple and went on to start NeXT, a computer company aimed at higher education and business markets.
Although NeXT was never a major commercial success, the experience proved transformative for Jobs and ultimately shaped the leadership style and design philosophy that later revived Apple. A fascinating new book by Geoffrey Cain explores this often-overlooked chapter of his life. Steve Jobs in Exile tells the story of the twelve years Jobs spent building NeXT after leaving Apple in 1985. It portrays him at his most creative, vulnerable and intense, during a period marked by setbacks, experimentation and reinvention. Those “wilderness years” would ultimately prepare him for his triumphant return to Apple in 1997, paving the way for one of the greatest corporate comebacks in modern business history.
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How advice can boost your financial wellbeing
Money worries are common and can affect people from all walks of life. Here are some of the ways taking financial advice can help.
Money and wellbeing are intertwined
According to a survey by the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute, almost four in ten (39%) respondents with mental health problems said their financial situation had made their mental health problems worse1
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You might be saving regularly, but would your finances hold up in an emergency? Having around six months’ worth of essential expenditure in an easy-access savings account could help you pay for unexpected repairs to your home or cover you during a period of unemployment.
Serious illness or death could cause a major hit to your finances. Protection products – such as life insurance, critical illness and income protection – could provide vital financial support, but they vary enormously, so it’s crucial to seek advice.
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This is a one Act play followed by a talkback session for audience members who would like to join the cast and director for discussion after the interval. For tickets visit: www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/ winchester/chesil-theatre/chesilbare-stage-the-dumb-waiter/ekqdbej
Much Ado About Nothing
Tue 14 to Sat 18 July
From 7.30pm (Sat + 2.30pm)
The war is over. The battle of the sexes is just beginning… in the grounds of The Pilgrims’ School, Winchester. One of the Bard’s most popular comedies re-imagined at the end of WWII. Breaking their journey on the way home from the front, a group of soldiers stop for a few days’ rest, recreation and a little romance. Delivering razor-sharp banter, slapstick comedy and a happy ending, you won’t want to miss this open-air enemies-to lovers classic! For more information and tickets visit: www.ticketsource.com/ chesiltheatre/much-ado-aboutnothing/e-zokorv
various forms of improvised music, James has built a reputation as one of the most in demand bassists in the country, drawing on his many influences to develop a sound that is stylish, virtuosic and captivating. For tickets visit: https://discardednut. ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/ shows/1173679152
The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition
Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives
Sat 13 June
From 9.30am to 4pm
The four artists known as the Scottish Colourists: SJ Peploe, JD Fergusson, Leslie Hunter, and FCB Cadell, are acknowledged as one of the most talented, experimental, and distinctive groups in 20th-century British art. 100 years after their first exhibition in London, we celebrate their monumental achievements in The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives. To book visit: https:// www.arcwinchester.org.uk/ event/scottish-colourists-radicalperspectives#dates
From 7.30pm
There are no strings attached in this puppet-powered version of the Gilbert and Sullivan classic! Mikado explodes onto the stage with felt, foam, and absolutely no shame. Expect a marketplace of mischief where cookie-addicted creatures flirt outrageously, bargains turn into battles, and every puppet has something to hide. It’s bold, bonkers, a little bit saucy, and gloriously unhinged. A comedy for grown-ups and children who like their theatre wild, witty, and just the right amount of wrong. For tickets visit: https:// discardednut.ticketsolve.com/ ticketbooth/shows/1173678711
Jungle
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Sunday 13 June
From 11am to 2.30pm
Rudyard Kipling’s timeless tale comes alive on stage! Follow Mowgli, a young boy raised by a family of wolves deep in the jungle. But the jungle is full of dangers and surprises, and Mowgli’s incredible adventure is only just beginning. To book tickets visit: https:// discardednut.ticketsolve.com/ ticketbooth/shows/1173677926
The Nutshell Jazz Club: James Owston Quartet
Thursday 18 June
From 8pm (Doors 7pm) Thursday 11 June
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Shows 10.30am, 1.30 & 4.30pm
We're off to see the Wizard! Adapted by Frank Gabrielson. With Music and Lyrics of the MGM motion pictures score by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg. Background Music by Herbert Stothart. Follow the yellow brick road on the most magical musical adventure of them all. Little Dorothy Gale of Kansas, like so many girls her age, dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to a mysterious new world. For tickets visit: https://discardednut. ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/ shows/1173678275
Romeo & Juliet
Thur 9 to Sat 11 July
Thur /Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm and 7pm
Star-crossed’ lovers, Romeo and Juliet, are caught in a brutal feud between their warring families, whose hatred poisons everything it touches. Against a backdrop of violence and fear, they dare to defy fate itself, risking everything for a chance at love and a future free from hate. For tickets visit: https:// discardednut.ticketsolve.com/ ticketbooth/shows/1173678298
The workshop will provide an introduction to patchwork and the traditions and variety of types. Showing the origin of patchwork as a frugal way of using up odds and ends of fabric from other projects or possibly worn out and unrepairable clothes. The tutor will bring examples of her own work as well as her library of resources. A calm and slow day of hand stitching, improvisational, without patterns or the need for exact measurements. For tickets visit: https://www. arcwinchester.org.uk/event/freeformhand-stitched-quilting#dates
Clay, Calm & Creativity –From Slab to Fab!
From 10am Tue 30 June
From 10am
Slow down, get your hands into clay, and enjoy a joyful, relaxed pottery workshop where creativity takes centre stage. In this friendly session, you’ll learn the basics of slab building as we create a beautiful hand-built vase or utensil pot to take home. For tickets and booking visit: https://www.arcwinchester.org.uk/ booking?id=1751601
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Are you a brilliant baker or dazzling designer, aged between 5 and 14? We need you to design a show-stopping cake for our 170th birthday!
Whether it's shiny like a pound coin, stacked sky-high with candles, or shaped like our famous castle logo - we want you to dream big!
How it works:
The top 12 designs will star in our 2027 calendar. The 11 runners-up will win:
• A £25 Hobbycraft voucher
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The overall winner, picked by our judges, will win a £50 Hobbycraft voucher and see their cake design created and baked for real!
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St Swithun’s Prep School to introduce a Nursery
As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence and to meeting the evolving needs of our community, we are delighted to share the news that St Swithun’s Prep School in Winchester is planning to introduce a new on-site nursery, supporting children from their very first steps on their educational journey and extending our early years provision for families with young children.
St Swithun’s Nursery and Preschool will offer high quality, co educational provision for children from nine months to four years, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment during the most formative early years of life. By placing emotional wellbeing, encouragement and exploration at the heart of our approach, we aim to give every child the confidence to begin, to try and to grow.
The nursery will sit alongside our existing preschool, which will also move to 50 week, all year round provision, whilst retaining the flexibility to be term-time only for those who wish. This will create a consistent and supportive early years pathway.
At the heart of our nursery and preschool provision is a strong focus on children’s emotional wellbeing, curiosity and growing independence, grounded in the school’s core values of Caritas, Humilitas and Sinceritas. We believe that the earliest years are vital in shaping children’s confidence and a love of learning. Our aim is that every child feels known and valued, with the freedom to explore and learn through play.
For our babies and younger toddlers, emotional security and strong relationships
will be paramount. Calm, welcoming spaces and responsive care will allow children to settle at their own pace, building trust and confidence through warm interactions, predictable routines and sensory rich play. As children grow, learning experiences will evolve to support greater independence and social awareness, while always maintaining play and wellbeing at their core.
An outdoor learning facility is also planned as part of the nursery development, reflecting our belief in the importance of outdoor play and exploration in early childhood, where curiosity is sparked and learning happens naturally through doing. Further details will be confirmed as plans progress.
The preschool year will provide a carefully supported bridge into prep school life, helping children develop independence and confidence while preserving the creativity, joy and curiosity that define an outstanding early
years education. From Reception onwards, St Swithun’s will remain a girls only school, with the nursery and preschool providing a strong foundation.
The nursery is expected to open between September 2026 and January 2027, subject to final approvals. Current plans are that places for children aged 2–3 years would open no earlier than 7 September, and places for children aged 9 months to 2 years no earlier than the autumn half term.
As part of this development, the school is currently reviewing staffing and facilities, and recruitment for a Nursery Manager is underway.
We look forward to sharing further updates as this exciting project progresses and to welcoming families into the next chapter of St Swithun’s early years provision.
To register your interest please visit www. stswithuns.com/nursery.
St Swithun’s is a world-class day and boarding independent school for girls aged 3–18, with a co-educational nursery.
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A Summer to Remember in the Meon Valley
Two
exceptional events are coming to The Dell this July, and if you haven't yet discovered this hidden gem of the Hampshire countryside, now is very much the moment.
Tucked away in the Meon Valley near East Meon, The Dell has quietly earned itself a devoted following among families, food lovers and anyone who appreciates something special done with real care. This summer, it's playing host to not one but two standout events: the beloved Dellfest family festival across the 17th and 18th July, followed swiftly by Country Night at The Dell on Sunday 19th July - an evening of headline country music acts.
Dellfest has grown into one of the most anticipated events in the county's summer calendar, and it's easy to understand why. This is a festival shaped with thought and warmth, one that feels nothing like the vast, exhausting affairs that dominate the festival circuit. Here, children run barefoot across the grass, friends linger over wood-fired pizzas, and the whole field settles into a gentle, joyful rhythm as the evening arrives.
Friday kicks off from 4pm with live performances from The Fabulous FUG Band and HYPR, setting the tone for a weekend of music that's big on atmosphere without being overwhelming. Saturday opens at midday with an even fuller programme: Swan Samba, Little Town Choir, Truly Medley Deeply and Earth Lights take to the stage, building beautifully through the afternoon into the evening.
For families, the daytime activities are impressive. There's festival face glitter, pottery,
adventure sessions, a giant inflatable zone, bubble entertainment, face painting, balloon twisting and a community canvas - with several activities included free with your ticket. It's the kind of offering that keeps children happily absorbed while grown-ups actually get to talk.
Food, as ever at The Dell, is taken seriously - the wood-fired sourdough pizzas are something of a signature. They're joined by a handpicked collection of local food vendors including Black Butter Social Dining, Crepe Salut, The Garden Restaurants and more. This isn't hurried festival food; it's the kind you sit down with, share, and linger over.
Tickets are flexible: day tickets start from £20 for adults (Friday) and £30 (Saturday), with children's tickets from £15. For those wanting the full experience, the Dellfest Weekender ticket covers both days at £45 for adults and £30 for children, with under-twos free.
Then, on Sunday 19th July, the weekend reaches a magnificent finale with Country Night at The Dell.
Running from 4pm to 10:30pm, this is a carefully curated evening of live country music featuring some seriously impressive names. Nashville at Heart is a band that knows how
to get a crowd singing, while the wonderful Kezia Gill brings a powerful, distinctive voice which has drawn comparisons to the greats of the genre. The final act is Hampshire sisters Ward Thomas, the acclaimed British country
duo whose harmonies and storytelling have won them a devoted following across the UK and beyond. It's a line-up that would be at home at any major music festival, set instead against the intimate, beautiful backdrop of The Dell.
Street food vendors and The Dell's own bar and café will be open throughout the evening, so there's every reason to arrive early, settle in, and make a full evening of it.
For those travelling further afield, Cedar Valley Camping and Glamping - just moments from the festival field - offers the chance to turn the weekend into a proper countryside escape.
The Golden Ticket, available for those who want it all - Dellfest plus Country Night - is priced at £75 for adults and £60 for children and represents exceptional value for what is shaping up to be an unforgettable Hampshire summer weekend.
Tickets are available now at thedellhampshire. co.uk - and given the warmth of feeling this event generates year on year, booking early is very much advised. Scan the QR Code to book and use WINCHESTER26 at checkout for a 5% discount.
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SOUTHERN VOICES CONCERT
You are invited to spend an evening in St John’s, Alresford on Saturday 27 June at 7.30pm and enjoy a light-hearted programme of choral singing from Winchester chamber choir – Southern Voices.
The choir is delighted to be returning to Alresford and the concert is filled with the makings of a perfect summer’s evening entertainment for you.
“Flower Songs” opens with three delightful Pearsall madrigals: Summer is icumen in; Lay a Garland and Sing we and chaunt it and closes with two well-known tunes to leave you smiling – Goodnight Sweetheart, here arranged by Kirby Shaw, and Night and Day, arranged by Andrew Carter. The Flower Songs are courtesy of Benjamin Britten – whose Five Flowers Songs will be sung by way of commemoration of the composer’s 50th anniversary of his death. More Flower Songs follow from contemporary composer, and great favourite of the choir, Eric Whitacre.
There will also be Shakespeare Love Songs by founder member of the Gesualdo Six, Owain Park - surely no summer evening can be complete without a nod to the Bard, and also Britten’s Choral Dances from Gloriana. All in all, a positive potpourri of music to delight you.
Tickets £18 (concessions) from southernvoices.co.uk or 0333 666 4466. Booking fees apply.
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A One Horse Race
“Are you coming?” She tried and failed (largely because she didn’t try very hard) to keep the impatience out of her voice. Tomorrow was Solstice and she was hoping for an early night. Weather forecast was for, as Homer would have said, a ‘rosy-fingered dawn’ and she intended to be up to see it.
“We’ve loads of time, darling. It’s not dark for ages.” Himself was engrossed with his phone and barely looked up.
The dogs, anticipating their evening walk (Muzzy had leads in her hand and everything) looked with disgust from him to her and back again.
He had a point. It was that time of year again when you could go to bed with the birds still singing and be hard pushed to rise before dawn’s rosy fingers crept above the horizon.
“What are you doing?” It couldn’t be doom scrolling on social media. Himself’s online involvement usually stretched to the news app. Lately, also the weather app for his burgeoning, obsessive interest in wind speeds. Since buying a brand-spanking new gazebo, there’d been a lot of frowning out of the window at the outside world. Also, mutterings of catastrophic collapse and talk of an emergency take-down. She assumed they were related to the gazebo and not the general demise of civilisation.
“I’m trying to find my date of birth. I’ve been scrolling for what seems like an eternity and I’m still in the 1970s..”
She dimly remembered the 1970s – and they’d seemed like an eternity at the time. Decimalisation created confusion, the three-day week created hardship. Dinners that were half-cooked when the power was cut, and dodgy hair styles everywhere. Although she’d longed for a Farrah Fawcett feather cut, the exception that proved the rule. That she didn’t have the pre-requisite round brush, nor a nebula of hairspray and did not own a hairdryer, were mere trifling details that stood in the way of iconic status at school.
A spaniel gently pawed at her knee, rousing her from her reverie. She returned to the twenty-first century, where she did indeed possess a round brush and several nebulas of hairspray and a hairdryer. Sadly, though, she now lacked both the inclination and time to dedicate herself to high maintenance hair. The dogs had become used to Muzzy blasting her upsidedown head with that nasty, noisy thing and saying ‘that’ll do’.
But why was Himself on the internet looking for his date of birth? Her eyebrows drew together, creasing her brow with suspicion.
“Why do you need to declare your age?”
Himself was jabbing at the screen. “I have to be over eighteen.”
The line of suspicion deepened – less of a crease, more of a crevasse. If
Himself had dragged his eyes away from his descent through the decades and seen the Samaria Gorge developing on her face, the warning sirens would have been howling in his head like a scene from The Time Machine. Suspicion was being pursued by Curiosity – they were having a little race in her head.
“Over eighteen? Why?”
“Because it’s an adult website, I suppose.” He really should have been looking at her.
“Come on dogs!” she announced loudly, “let’s leave Daddy to his allconsuming ADULT website and go for a walk.”
The ‘W’ word lit the blue touch paper and she stood well back as the dogs hurtled towards the front door.
“Wait, I’ve nearly finished registering – I just wanted to have a look at the pictures..”
Curiosity was now neck and neck with Suspicion. “But what website is it, or can’t you share that with me after twenty years of marriage.”
“Well, I’d rather not. If you don’t mind.”
She very much did mind. “It’s a secret,” he elaborated. Suspicion and Curiosity had been joined by Slightly Offended on the outside. Disbelief was bringing up the rear, but gaining ground.
Finally, Himself looked at her face. Her expression made him widen his eyes and, for a moment, he looked perplexed. Then, somewhere deep inside, the rosy fingered dawn of realisation broke.
“Oh. Oh. No. Not that sort of adult website. Not secret. No. Wrong word. Surprise. It’s a surprise!” he babbled.
Suspicion and Slightly Offended fell at the water. Curiosity and Disbelief were jostling for position. She much preferred surprises that she organised herself, because then they would be militarily well-planned, with nice refreshments and appropriate clothing. Controlling, much? Yes. She no longer fought it.
She shot him a look and, somewhere deep inside Himself, a rosy fingered dawn of remembering this important fact, also broke.
“I thought,” he explained in a rush, “that we could go on a distillery tour and cocktail masterclass for our twentieth wedding anniversary. Hence having to be over 18 to register on the website.. If you like that idea, it’d be wonderful if you would organise it,” he suggested, tentatively.
Relief came from nowhere, thundering up on the outside, only to be pipped at the post, as always, by Love. Because, in spite of the also-rans, it was never going to be anything other than a one-horse race.
MEET THE AUDIOLOGIST: SUZANNE STEVENSON
For many people, hearing loss happens gradually — conversations become harder to follow, social occasions feel more tiring, and confidence can begin to dip. At Sound Advice Hearing, audiologist
Suzanne Stevenson is passionate about helping people feel connected again through expert, compassionate hearing care. We spoke to Suzanne about her experience, her approach to patient care, and why working in Market Deeping means so much to her.
What do you enjoy most about being an audiologist?
I qualified as an audiologist in 2002, and I genuinely love helping people hear better and regain confidence in everyday life. Hearing well affects so many things — family conversations, friendships, hobbies, even simple day-to-day interactions.
One of the most rewarding parts of my role is seeing someone realise how much they’ve been missing and helping them reconnect with the people and moments that matter most.
Why can you relate so well to your patients?
Over the years, I’ve developed hearing loss myself, so I truly understand the journey of wearing hearing aids. I know the difference better hearing can make, but I also understand that taking those first steps can sometimes feel daunting. That personal experience helps me reassure people and support them with understanding, patience, and honest advice.
What makes Sound Advice Hearing different?
We really take time with people. Hearing care isn’t just about fitting hearing aids it’s about ongoing support and building trust. We offer free hearing tests, giving people the chance to have their hearing checked in a relaxed, professional environment. Because we’re independent, we’re also not limited to one manufacturer, which means we can recommend hearing solutions tailored to each individual’s needs and lifestyle. Our personal aftercare plans are especially important. We continue supporting patients long after their appointment, helping with adjustments, fine-tuning and advice throughout their hearing journey.
You’ve worked in the King’s Lynn branch of Sound Advice for the past few years — how does it feel to now work in Market Deeping?
It’s wonderful. I’ve lived in Market Deeping for many years, so when the opportunity came up to work in my home town, I jumped at it. It’s lovely being able to support people within my own community and provide local hearing care close to home.
What do you enjoy outside of work?
I moved to Lincolnshire 15 years ago to be closer to my two beautiful granddaughters. Outside of work, I love gardening and handicrafts; especially making traditional teddy bears.
What would you say to someone concerned about their hearing?
Don’t put it off. A hearing test is quick, painless and could make a huge difference to your quality of life. The sooner hearing loss is addressed, the easier it is to stay connected to conversations, family and the things you enjoy.
At Sound Advice Hearing, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way. Sound Advice are located at 37 Market Place, Market Deeping. And you can book your free hearing test on 01778 301220
THE WINCHESTER CARE HOME WITH A SECRET GARDEN
Tucked away in the Hampshire countryside, just minutes from Winchester, lies an extraordinary secret.
At first glance, The Dower House appears to be a beautifully designed residential and nursing home, quietly settled into its rural surroundings. What most passers by would never imagine is what unfolds beyond its entrance: five acres of mature, carefully curated gardens alive with colour, wildlife and a rare sense of calm. It is this hidden landscape that makes The Dower House truly unlike any other care home in the area.
In a county celebrated for its rolling fields and historic estates, it is still unusual to find a private care home surrounded by such expansive gardens - and rarer still one where those gardens are designed to be explored rather than simply admired. For residents at The Dower House, these grounds are an integral part of daily life.
The gardens reveal themselves gradually, inviting discovery. Winding paths, gentle bridges and quiet corners create ever changing views, ensuring no two walks are quite the same. One of the most striking features is the Indian Bean Tree, which comes into its own in late spring and early summer when it fills the air with a soft, sweet fragrance and orchid like flowers. Later in the year, its broad heart shaped leaves and hanging bean pods provide architectural interest and a favourite stopping point for residents and visitors alike.
Nearby, a cherry blossom tree marks the changing seasons, its delicate blooms offering a moment of reflection each year. Elsewhere, the landscape opens onto a thriving pond, home to water lilies, koi carp and goldfish. Dragonflies skim the surface while birds, frogs and insects turn it into a genuine wildlife haven.
For colour lovers, the geranium bank is a standout, carpeting the landscape in rich purples when in bloom. At the front of the home, the iris bed bursts briefly but spectacularly into life, planted like an artist’s paint palette of deep blues, yellows and violets.
These gardens are not simply there to be viewed from a window. Thanks largely to Head Gardener Ben, who has cared for the grounds for over a decade, they are woven into life at The Dower House through regular walks, seasonal events and a much loved gardening club with residents.
In a sector where outdoor space is often limited, The Dower House’s five acre secret garden remains a rare and quietly enriching treasure - waiting to surprise those who step inside.
Spring Skin Starts Here
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your skin and restore your glow
At Face and Skin Clinic Wickham, we specialise in advanced skin treatments and natural aesthetic results, all tailored to you. From rejuvenating facials to results-driven skin plans, we help you feel confident in your skin—whatever your age.
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Monitoring changes in your skin is an important part of long-term health.
We are pleased to offer Map My Mole, an affordable and advanced mole assessment and skin lesion checking service that combines high-resolution imaging with expert review by a Consultant Dermatologist.
This service provides clarity and reassurance, helping to identify which moles are harmless and which may require further investigation — without unnecessary worry.
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Yes, You SHOULD Feel Good (About Your Vagina)
Those of us who have issues down there know the impact our vagina can have on our
But we should ALL feel good about our vaginas.
of
Ultra Femme 360 is the painless radio frequency treatment that promotes the body’s own natural collagen production to restore and tighten the vaginal area.
From puberty, childbirth, menopause, and all the fun stuff in between, our vaginas go through a lot, and we rarely give them the care they need.
Our vaginal area is just as prone to damage and ageing as the rest of our body. Distressing problems with vaginal laxity, stress incontinence or reduced tissue quality are all experienced by most women at some point in their life.
The Ultra Femme 360 treatment provides total vaginal rejuvenation in one quick and painless treatment that lasts just eight minutes*.
What is Ultra Femme 360?
Ultra Femme 360 is a non-surgical solution for restoring the internal and external vaginal area. As the applicator is guided in and around the vagina, the radio frequency activates our own body’s natural collagen and elastin production, which tightens the vaginal canal and surrounding skin. The low levels of heat from the treatment also encourages blood flow to the area, further boosting the effects.
Feel good…
Who can benefit from Ultra Femme 360?
This is a safe and gentle treatment that is suitable for most women. If you have experienced vaginal changes since childbirth or menopause or have functional issues including stress incontinence or reduced sexual enjoyment, Ultra Femme 360 can tighten, restore, and rejuvenate your vagina for increased confidence and personal wellbeing.
Does the treatment hurt?
We understand that this kind of treatment can feel daunting. However, we aim to make you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the treatment, which is entirely painless and lasts only 8 minutes. There is no downtime, and you can return to your normal daily activities immediately afterwards. *Recommended one treatment per week for three weeks for the best results.
We are one of the first clinics in the country to offer this treatment and look forward to welcoming you at The Face & Skin Clinic.
Trust members and supporters help secure new sanctuary site for nature
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is pleased to announce the acquisition of Court House Meadows, a water meadow alongside the River Meon, which will be protected as a sanctuary site for wildlife.
Water meadows are a threatened habitat across Hampshire and the UK, and they form an important part of the county’s natural heritage. The presence of the River Meon, a rare chalk stream, running through the site makes Court House Meadows particularly ecologically valuable.
The 8.66-hectare (21.4-acre) site, just south of West Meon village, will be managed to support wildlife, restore the river’s natural floodplain, and enhance one of Hampshire’s rarest chalk stream habitats.
Court House Meadows will offer a haven for mammals including endangered water voles, overwintering wading birds such as snipe, amphibians including newts, insects including dragonflies, and aquatic life such as brown trout. The open grassland and river corridor will also support a diversity of meadow plants.
As a sanctuary site, Court House Meadows will not be open to the public, ensuring that the sensitive habitats and vulnerable species can thrive with minimal disturbance. The Trust will protect these habitats by implementing conservation measures and habitat management to safeguard wildlife and restore the river and floodplain.
John Durnell, Senior Director of Operations at Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, said: “Securing Court House Meadows is a once-in-ageneration opportunity to protect an ecologically important site in the heart of the Meon Valley. With restoration work possible on both the land and the River Meon, this rare chalk stream site will be able to flourish, help restore the
floodplain to a more natural state, strengthen wildlife connections in the surrounding area, and create a space where species can thrive again.
“We can give space back to species including our much-loved water vole, whose habitat has dramatically declined, which makes sites like this so crucial for their survival. I am deeply grateful to our partners and Trust members and supporters who made this possible. Their support is directly contributing to this land functioning more naturally for wildlife.”
Chalk streams are among the rarest habitats in the world, with only around 200 globally, 80% of which are found in southern England. The River Meon is described as one of Hampshire’s “Cinderella chalk streams” and is often cited as the best example of a chalk stream in the country. Protecting Court House Meadows will help safeguard the river’s clear waters, rich biodiversity, and natural floodplain function.
By restoring the floodplain, the site will enhance habitats for wildlife, slow and store water, reduce flood risk downstream for local communities and improve water quality.
The acquisition has been made possible thanks to generous support from the South Downs National Park Authority and the South Downs Trust alongside pledges from local supporters, and an overwhelming response to the Trust’s public fundraising appeal which received more than 1,000 donations from Trust members and the local community.
The new site strengthens the Trust’s landholding in the Meon Valley, contributing to a more resilient landscape by adding to a network of other nearby Trust-owned sites, including St Clair’s Meadow, Bere Copse, Shutts Copse and Chappetts Copse Nature Reserves.
You can make a donation today or become a member by visiting: www.hiwwt.org.uk/onlinedonation-form or https://www.hiwwt.org.uk/ join-today
Theatre, Shows & Concerts
Feel Love
Friday 12 June - 7pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/feel-love-2026-06-12
Later Youth
Saturday 13 June - 8pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/later-youth
Puma Theory + Dahlia's Comet + Amarga
Friday 19 June - 8pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/high-desertqueen-2026-05-17
The Restless Coast + Burn The System + Thorne + Continental Liaisons
Saturday 20 June - 8pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/the-restlesscoast-2026-06-20
The Railway Sessions: Lilla Shy + Tom Bright
Wednesday 24 June - 7.30pm
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/spear-ofdestiny-2026-05-19
The Railway Sessions
Wednesday 20 May - 7.30pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/the-railwaysessions-2026-06-24
Steve Young and Lazy Horse
Saturday 27 June - 8pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/steve-young-and-lazyhorse-2026-06-27
Daytura
Saturday 4 July - 7.30pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/daytura-2026-07-04
Fraser Morgan
Thursday 9 July - 7.30pm
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/frasermorgan-2026-07-09
Ghosts of Seattle
Friday 10 July - 8pm
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/ghosts-ofseattle-2026-07-10
Stone Cold Chili Peppers and Jagged Little Alanis
Saturday 11 July - 8pm
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/stone-cold-chili-peppersand-jagged-little-alanis-2026-07-11
Gary Davies Disco for Grown Ups 80s Party
Friday 26 June
From 8pm
The amazing Gary Davies disco for grown ups 80s Party is coming the Bapsy Hall at Winchester Guildhall. Legendary 80s DJ and host of BBC Radio 2’s Sounds of the 80s show -‘woo’ Gary Davies has teamed up with Discos For Grown Ups to bring you an unstoppable, high-energy
80s party. For tickets visit: https:// guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/ gary-davies-disco-for-grown-ups80s-party/
George Michael – The Candlelight Concert
Saturday 27 June
From 7.30pm
Prepare to be swept away by an extraordinary evening of music, atmosphere and pure emotion. George Michael – The Candlelight Concert is more than just a tribute – it’s a stunning live experience that honours the legacy of one of the greatest voices in pop history. For tickets visit: https:// guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/ george-michael-the-candlelightconcert/
The Music of Phil Collins & Genesis – The Candlelight Concert
Friday 10 July
From 7.30pm
Experience the magic of two musical legacies intertwined in one unforgettable evening and step into a world illuminated by the soft, flickering glow of hundreds of candles as we celebrate the timeless hits of Phil Collins and Genesis. For tickets visit: https:// guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/ the-music-of-phil-collins-genesisthe-candlelight-concert/
The Music of James Bond
Wednesday 15 July
From 7.30pm
From the moment the first chord strikes, audiences are transported into the mysterious and thrilling world of James Bond. This incredible Chamber Orchestra brings the legendary music of James Bond to life in a way that is bold, elegant and utterly unforgettable. For tickets visit: https://guildhallwinchester.co.uk/ events/the-music-of-james-bond/
The March Hare
63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, SO22 6JN
hits from Kings of Leon, Foo Fighters, Bon Jovi, Queen, Bryan Adams, Republica, No Doubt, Blondie, Oasis, Kaiser Chiefs and many more.Hampshire, Dorset and Surrey. For tickets visit: facebook. com/themarchhareharestock
Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh
Wednesday 24 June
From 8pm
Saturday 20 June
From 8.30pm
A four-piece pop and rock covers band bringing you the best known
57 Hyde Street, Winchester, SO23
www.hydetavern.co.uk
Thursday 25 June
From 7.30pm
A duo from the deep south-west of England preserving old time American roots music. Genres such as Ragtime Blues, Early Country and American Folk music are heavily featured as well as original material. For tickets visit: https://wegottickets. com/event/689028
9 The Close, Winchester, SO23 9LS www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
London Concertante presents A Night at the Opera
Saturday 4 July
From 7.30pm
A sensational evening at the opera with an array of the finest opera arias and overtures, performing works from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart. For tickets visit: https:// www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/ event/london-concertante-a-nightat-the-opera/
Lunchtime Concerts
Wednesday 7 July
From 1.15pm - 1.50pm
Lunchtime musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county. Concerts will take place at the Cathedral, in the Lady Chapel, most Tuesdays. For tickets visit: https://www.winchester-cathedral. org.uk/event/lunchtime-concerts/
Two Bit Troubadours
RedBandit
3 St Paul's Hill, Winchester SO22 5AE www.railwayinn.pub
The Broadway, Winchester Hampshire, SO23 9GH
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We pride ourselves with our customer service, health and safety knowledge, and our attention to detail. We will always try to ensure that any work is a "stress-free" project from start to finish for our clients.
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Whether your home is a country cottage, a Victorian semi, townhouse or a converted contemporary timber windows and doors that Please visit us to explore our range of beautifully crafted timber doors and windows, and expert advice on enhancing the value and beauty of your home.
Whether your home is a country cottage, a Victorian semi, a modern townhouse or a converted barn, we have a range of traditional and contemporary timber windows and doors that will complement it perfectly. Please visit us to explore our range of beautifully crafted timber doors and windows, and expert advice on enhancing the value and beauty of your home.
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Taking place between the 28 and 30 July at Brockenhurst in the heart of the National Park, the New Forest Show offers visitors 30 acres of showground for the whole family to explore. Showcasing the very best of the New Forest and Hampshire, the Show brings together livestock and equine competitors, local producers, local businesses all topped off with lots of delicious food and drink and an exciting timetable of main ring attractions. No matter whether you want to socialise with friends and family, taste delicious food and drink, learn about the New Forest or take advantage of networking opportunities, there's something for the whole family to enjoy at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show.
If animals are what you’re looking for you’ll be spoilt for choice. From the Cattle, Sheep and Equine Competitions. Aswell as the animals there's countryside traditions and demonstrations, international show jumping, crafts, antiques, art, show ring displays, show gardens, flowers, vegetables, huge variety of food & drink available, local produce, animals galore and over 600 trade strands.
The Steelehorse team will take centre stage with their explosive new performance, Horsepower Fury. An incredible display of daring stunts, amazing horsemanship, and thrilling motorcycle action, it promises to be a truly unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
New Forest Show tickets are available to purchase online via the website at: www.newforestshow.co.uk
SOUTH DOWNS FOOD FESTIVAL
The South Downs Food Festival returns to Stansted Park on the 6th and 7th of June 2026, bringing a spectacular weekend of food, drink, and celebration. Partnering with Chefs In Schools and raising funds for Rowans Hospice, we are proud to champion the region’s finest producers.
Held in the stunning grounds of Stansted Park Estate, the mansion provides a spectacular backdrop to the festival, which has quickly become a highlight of the UK's culinary calendar.
Stroll through our vibrant marketplace, where farmers, foragers, fermenters, and artisan makers showcase the best seasonal fruits, vegetables, and handcrafted delights. Indulge in charcuterie and cheeses, kombucha and kefir, burgers and beer—all while celebrating the incredible ingredients of the South Downs.
The festival is perfect for families, with a kids zone and opportunities to learn cookery skills, taste and try fantastic local produce. Under 5's are free, 5-13 yr olds are discounted, and there are family tickets available.
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the outdoor areas of the festival, but are not allowed in the food and cookery demo tents. Please ensure you clean up after your pet.
Disabled parking is as close to the event site as possible - please be aware this is an historic site with some uneven ground including gravel and cobbled paths.
For more information or tickets visit: https:// www.southdownsfoodfestival.com/
LYMINGTON SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
The Lymington Seafood Festival takes place on 10 - 12th July and is set to celebrate its 10th birthday. The event has grown into one of the south coasts leading food festivals with sell out crowds sampling delicious seafood, live music, the best local chefs taking to the Chefs Stage and budding cooks getting hands on in the festival cookery school.
Adding to the entertainment, the festival is launching a new Drinks Stage with a range of masterclass, tastings and demonstrations from three leading ‘drinks pro’s.
The Chefs Stage and Cookery School will again be hosted by TV foodie Chris Bavin and is set to welcome the best local chefs, led by Luke Holder, Lime Wood HH&Co alongside Gavin Barnes from the High Street Kitchen, the Montagu Arms talented chef Leo Champion and Dylan James from Cambium, Careys Manor who are this years culinary sponsors.
For budding chefs young and old the festival cookery school has a range of seafood classes to tickle your fancy. If you really want to test your culinary skills, the Big Careys Cook Off will see 8 local cooks battling it out to be crowned the winner.
All set to stunning views across the Solent it’s the perfect place to gather friends us for a local craft beer, rum or gin and dance away to soul, blues, Motown, ska and heaps of pop and rock classics with Friday nights headline tribute Ultimate Coldplay bringing the festival vibes.
For full visitor information and to buy your tickets visit: www.winchester-cathedral.org. uk/made-winchester-craft-and-design-festival
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A TASTE OF WINCHESTER GRAVEL RUSH FOODIES FESTIVAL
Winchester will celebrate its vibrant culinary scene again as A Taste of Winchester returns for a delicious fortnight of food and drink. Running from 22 June to 5 July 2026, the festival will build on the success of last year’s event.
A Taste of Winchester offers an exciting opportunity to experience the very best of the city and district’s local talent. Restaurants, cafés, pubs, retailers, producers, and makers will come together to present a diverse array of events, tastings, special menus, and local and global flavours.
During this foodie fortnight, you can introduce your tastebuds to something new, learn about the provenance of what's on your plate, see behind the scenes in some of our well-loved bars and restaurants, or even forage for new local flavours for your own cooking.
In 2025, Winchester businesses were encouraged to create unique and memorable experiences that reflected the best of the city's hospitality. The celebration also coincided with other major local events, including the Winchester Garden Festival, Beer & Cider Festival, and Hat Fair, creating a perfect moment to highlight Winchester as a thriving food destination.
This event is backed by Winchester BID, sponsored by John D Wood and supported by Visit Winchester. For more information visit: https://atasteofwinchester.co.uk/
Gravel Rush is back on 28 June 2026 at the Matterley Estate, Winchester! An innovative and thrilling Gravel Race in the stunning Matterley estate, nestled in the South Downs National Park! Whether a seasoned Gravel or offroad rider, or you’re new to cycling and want a challenge, this is the event for you!
The entire 9km loop of this lapped race has been planned with Gravel Racing in mind –plenty of space for group riding, open design to keep your speed up and challenging enough to make a ‘proper day out’. Lapped racing also means that you’re never far from assistance, whether mechanical, or another water bottle from your support crew. You don’t have to own a gravel bike to be able to ride at Gravel Rush, you are more than welcome to join us on a Cyclocross or mountain bike.
Ride solo or as a pair!
You can also enter Gravel Rush as a pair, meaning that you register with another rider and split the riding between you. Divide the laps up however you like, so long as both of you complete at least one lap with a designated pairs change over area to hand over to your partner.
Entry on the day is only available if there is space, with a £10 surcharge, so please contact us to check before traveling. All entries will be subject to a 3% admin fee. Online Registration is available until 24th June 2026.
For more information and booking visit: https://eventrexuk.com/gravelrushwinchester-ride/
The UK's biggest touring celebrity food and music festival series – announces a spectacular return to North Walls Recreation Ground, Winchester, from 17th - 19th July, with a star-studded line-up of celebrity chefs and chart-topping music stars.
Known as Gastro-Glastonbury, the three-day event will feature live cooking demonstrations from TV celebrities and chefs drawn from the ranks of MasterChef, Great British Bake Off and Great British Menu. Throughout the 3-day weekend, visitors will enjoy a jam-packed schedule of TV cooking show champions and award-winning chefs in the interactive live theatres.
In the Chefs Theatre, celebrities will create their signature dishes and share new tips and tricks, whilst in the Cake & Desserts Theatre, patisserie chefs and star bakers whip up showstoppers and offer tempting sweet treats. In the Kids Cookery School, Foodies SuperChefs make cooking fun, helping younger guests to prepare delicious food which they can take away and enjoy. Visitors can browse the latest food trends in the Shopping Village, meet local producers in the Artisan Market and taste exotic and unusual new dishes in the Feasting Tent – which features a mouth-watering range of street food and delicacies from all four corners of the globe.
Throughout the weekend, the Music Stage presents a summer soundtrack of charttopping artists, top tribute acts, covers bands and superb local bands.
For more information and to book tickets visit: www.foodiesfestival.com
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Skandoor has led the way in manufacturing and installing garage doors in Hampshire and the south for many years. Our speciality is high-quality garage and front doors, on-time delivery and full ownership from start to finish.
A well respected long established family run business based in Bishop's Waltham
ELECTRIC GARAGE DOORS
AUTOMATIC INSULATED GARAGE DOORS & FRONT DOORS
Roller Doors
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2 Medium Panelled Sectional Doors
2 Medium Individial Panelled Sectional Doors
Two large ribbed smooth sectional doors Solidor Front Door
Roller Door
UNDERSTANDING RURAL
AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND ITS POTENTIAL ROLE LOCALLY
Do you know a young person who has had to move away because they couldn’t afford to live locally?
In many rural parts of Hampshire, housing is expensive. Younger adults aged 35 and under are often forced to move away, families can struggle to find suitable homes, and key workers may be unable to live in the communities they serve.
Rural affordable housing helps address this challenge. These are homes offered at costs local people can afford, including affordable rent and shared ownership options. Applicants must have a connection to the local area, ensuring homes go to those who already live, work, or have family there.
Even a small number of affordable homes (5 to 10 properties) can make a real difference. They help younger residents stay close to family and friends, support those living in overcrowded housing or looking to downsize, and enable key workers such as teachers, carers and tradespeople to live locally.
Affordable housing also benefits the wider community. For example, research by the Rural Services Network shows that just 10 new homes can generate £1.4 million in economic activity and support 26 jobs, helping sustain schools, shops, pubs, and other essential services.
Action Hampshire works with local communities and parish councils to explore opportunities for affordable housing. You can help by contacting your parish council to highlight the need in your area, and by encouraging them to get in touch with us to discuss how new affordable homes could benefit your community.
CURTIS MUSEUM
The Curtis Museum is holding two themed trails in JuneFor Alton’s Regency Week -Jane Austen’s High Street Trail
Join a FREE themed trail around the Curtis Museum and find out more about the writer’s walks from nearby Chawton to Alton, what she might have seen on her route, as well as her connections with the Curtis family.
Friday 19th June to Friday 17th July, 10am - 4.30pm. Drop in from 19th June and throughout Alton’s Jane Austen Regency Week to pick up your FREE trail sheet, the trail will continue until Saturday 17th July.
In honour of Dolls House Day, (which will be held in the Alton Assembly Rooms on the 27th June) a Miniature Items Spotter Trail This trail runs from Tuesday 2nd June - Saturday 27th June, 10am - 4.30pm. FREE ENTRY.
Can you spot the miniature items we have hidden around the museum? If you’re up to the task they will reveal a secret word!
Update on the Allen Gallery - Hampshire Cultural Trust Allen Gallery Redevelopment
We’re delighted to share that construction has officially begun on site. This is a major milestone for the project and an exciting step towards the venue’s transformation. The venue closed at Christmas as planned, and all activity has now successfully transferred to the Curtis Museum while works take place.
Alongside this, the wider project continues to make strong progress. Our community engagement programme remains active, with family activities running during school holidays, artist residencies underway with local creatives, and a range of opportunities helping our volunteers stay closely connected and involved throughout the redevelopment.
To stay up to date with project related activities and events, keep an eye on the Curtis Museum website.
New rural exception site in Longstock delivering five affordable homes for local people.
Poached ChalkStream®️ Trout with Vermouth Sauce
ChalkStream®️ Trout, based near Romsey, source, prepare and deliver the finest English rainbow trout from their sustainable farms, which draw from the fast-flowing clear waters of the world-famous Test and Itchen Rivers. Their firm, athletic trout, rich in protein and vitamin D, low in fat and high in flavour, is enthused over by top chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi and Jamie Oliver
INGREDIENTS
• 50ml fish stock
• ½ glass of dry white wine
• 1 sprig of thyme
• 2 knobs of butter
• 2 fresh fillet steaks of ChalkStream®️ Trout
• 1 shallot
• 6 small cherry tomatoes
• 75ml of double cream
• ¼ glass of white vermouth
METHOD
Add the fish stock, white wine, thyme and one knob of butter to a saucepan, season well, bring to a simmer and gently poach the ChalkStream®️ fillets for about 10 minutes (you want them still slightly undercooked) and then transfer to a plate.
Melt another knob of butter in a pan and gently sauté a finely chopped small shallot until nicely softened, adding in the quartered cherry tomatoes.
Pour in the stock from the other pan and let it bubble away to reduce right down before adding the double cream.
Bring back to a simmer for 5 minutes to reduce and thicken further.
Finally add in the trout, check the seasoning and pour in a generous splash of white vermouth. Stir in and finish with a little chopped parsley.
The dish goes really well with mashed potatoes.
Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
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Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
The Garden Festival 2026
Friday 19th June to Sunday 5
Friday 19th June to Sunday 5th July
Friday 19th June to Sunday 5
Friday 19th June to Sunday 5
Friday 19th June to Sunday 5
Friday 19th June to Sunday 5th July
Friday 19 June to Sunday 5
Friday 19 June to Sunday 5
Friday 19 June to Sunday 5
Friday 19 June to Sunday 5
Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
The Garden Festival 2026
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Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
Across Winchester, Sparsholt, Stockbridge, Medstead, Farringdon, Whitchurch, Alresford
Foraging, Fermentation, Sustainability, Well being Workshops, Walks, Talks & Allotment
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Foraging, Fermentation, Sustainability, being
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Foraging, Fermentation, Sustainability,
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The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
www.garden-festival.co.uk
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
www.garden festival.co.uk
www.garden-festival.co.uk
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
www.garden festival.co.uk
For full information on all the events and for tickets go to:
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The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
www.garden-festival.co.uk
led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers.
The Garden Festival is a community-led festival with over 80 local organisations, businesses and individuals taking part. It is entirely run by volunteers. For full information on all the events and for tickets go to: www.garden-festival.co.uk
Hambrooks Landscaping
Expert gardening care & maintenance in Hampshire
Keep your garden looking beautiful - without the hassle
A garden should add real value to your home if done properly, in the same way an extension or well designed interior can do so too. It is therefore a great investment. You also want to enjoy this outside ‘room’ of your house to the maximum, otherwise it is simply wasted space.
Sunday 14th June at Shepherds House, Stockbridge, SO20
At DP Garden Design we will take the surrounding area, style of our clients home, scale, materials and planting into consideration to design an outdoor space you will treasure large or small.
Services Include
6EX - Opening: Thursday 11th and Sunday 14th June from 1pm to 5pm.
Pre-booking available. Combined Admission: £10, children free. Cashless payments available. Refreshments: (in aid of St Peter’s Church. Don’t forget to bring a small sample compost !
• Site Analysis
• Complete bespoke design package
• Planting plans & Plant Sourcing
• Management of tender process with landscape contractors
I was recently introduced to a company called Soil Smiths, they are ’Soil Scientists’, who are based in North Hampshire. They are a relatively new company having worked mainly with farmers and flower growers, with a great deal of success. They have now turned their attention to us gardeners as well. Several NGS gardeners in Hampshire have invited Soil Smiths to their open gardens, giving the visitor the opportunity to have their compost analysed
There will be four gardens will open this year in Stockbridge, each offering a variety of styles and character.
• Setting out and Construction Drawings
• Project Management
• Maintenance Plans
Please contact us on info@dpgardendesign.co.uk, 07376 114531, and visit our website at www.dpgardendesign.co.uk
Trout Cottage - A small walled garden, inspiring those with small spaces and little time to achieve tranquillity and beauty. Showcasing around 180 plants flowering for almost 10 months of the year.
The Old Rectory - A partially walled garden with a formal pond, fountain, and planting near the house, plus a streamside walk under trees, extensive new planting, and a woodland area.
Shepherds House - On Winton Hill features herbaceous borders, a kitchen garden, and a belvedere overlooking the pond.
Fishmore House - An 8 yr old garden on a ¾ acre plot, with the key elements of design being planting, water, and a borrowed landscape. It is fully accessible, with bound gravel paths and no steps, and surrounded by the River Test, with seating to enjoy the views and large, sweeping herbaceous borders.
The Big British Garden Survey
The National Garden Scheme is joining forces with the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) to carry out The Big British Garden Survey. With the severe decline in our wildlife and ecosystems, our gardens have become a vital place for our native flora and fauna.
The survey runs until 30th September. Anyone over the age 18 can enter, as long as you have a garden (big or small). an allotment, a balcony or courtyard garden. Two view all the terms and conditions and to take part, simply click on the following link: https://ngs.org.uk/the-big-british-garden-survey/
Pat Beagley (Head of Publicity)
National Garden Scheme - Hampshire
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