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Nov/Dec Events
Big Night Out Winchester
Saturday 8 November
Registration 4.30pm (closes 5.15)
Winchester Athletics Track, Bar End, Winchester, SO23 0QA
An adventure filled evening, running by torchlight, on the trails and travellers ways that surround the historic city of Winchester in Hampshire. All runners will be required to have a headtorch or chest torch. We advise also bringing a back up if possible For more information and tickets visit: https:// bigfeatevents.eventrac.co.uk/e/bignight-out-winchester-8684
String Quartet by Candlelight
Friday 14 November
From 7pm to 10.30pm
The Pump House Winchester, Garnier Road, Winchester, SO23 9QG
Experience the enchantment of a captivating string quartet performance in the warm glow of candlelight. Enjoy a wide variety of string quartet tributes to the 90s. A selection of delectable meals are also available to purchase on the night. This is a way to enjoy some relaxing music, while having a relaxing drink and some nibbles. The evening is going to be super informal, bring some friends, have a catch-up.
Hampshire Medical Fund Christmas Fair
Thur 13 to Fri 14 November
From 4.30pm
Pinglestone Barn, Old Alresford, SO24 9TB
Get ahead with your Christmas preparation at the Hampshire Medical Fund Christmas Fair. Browse a fantastic range of stalls offering gifts for everyone on your list! From home and garden finds to gadgets, toys, pampering treats, clothing, jewellery, art, quirky treasures, and accessories, you’re sure to find the perfect present for anyone. Plus, there is a delicious on-site cafe so you can refuel! Tickets from £6 (when purchased
in advance). 13 November 16.0021.00. 14 November 9.30 - 16.00. Visit www.hampshiremedicalfund. org/events for more information or tickets.
London Concertante : Christmas at The Movies
Saturday 15 November
From 7.30pm
Winchester Cathedral, 9 The Close, Winchester, SO23 9LS
Get ready to unwrap the ultimate holiday treat with London Concertante’s ‘Christmas at the Movies’ concert, a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films. For tickets visit: https://www.winchester-cathedral. org.uk/book-online/476401
Privies, Pots and Pits: not a bog standard guided walking tour
Wednesday 19 November
From 10.30am to 2pm
Winchester Visitor Information Centre, The Guildhall, Broadway, Winchester, SO23 9GH
A guided walk exploring the history of Winchester toilets to mark UN World Water Day and UN World Toilet Day. A donation from the ticket price will be made to WaterHarvest charity. Join one of Winchester’s professional guides for a 90 minute walking tour, starting at Winchester Visitor Information Centre. For tickets visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ privies-pots-and-pits-not-a-bogstandard-guided-walking-tourtickets-1245860304709
Festive Wreath Workshop
Thur 27 and Fri 28 November From 7pm
The King's Head, Main Road Hursley, Winchester, SO21 2JW
Learn how to craft your very own festive wreath in the private and cosy setting of The King's Head's newly refurbished event space, ‘The Cellar’. Their expert florist will
guide you through the process of creating, arranging and decorating a design unique to you. With the finishing touch of a velvet ribbon, you’ll leave with a wreath that will work beautifully and be ready to adorn your door in time for the traditional 1 December.
Vineyards of Hampshire Festive Fizz
2025
Saturday 29 November
From 5pm
Guildhall Winchester, The Broadway, Winchester, SO23 9GH
Vineyards of Hampshire Festive Fizz Tasting and Shopping Experience. For tickets visit: https://www. eventbrite.co.uk/e/vineyards-ofhampshire-festive-fizz-2025-tickets1244767786959?aff=erelexpmlt
Santa’s Grotto at the Great Hall
Sat 29 Nov to Tue 23 December
From 10am to 5pm
The Great Hall, The Castle, Winchester, SO23 8UD
Memories wrapped up in magic. This Christmas, enjoy a festive experience for the whole family. Share a magical moment with Santa and his elf in the magical setting of The Great Hall Grotto, creating memories you and your family will treasure for a lifetime. This is a very popular event. Early booking strongly encouraged.
A Night at The Musicals –A Wicked Special
Until the 30 November
Various times with booking
The Ivy, 103-104 High Street, Winchester, SO23 9AH
Defy gravity at an extraordinary evening of West End wonder, with dazzling cocktails and spellbinding performances. Featuring sensational vocalists performing unforgettable hits from Wicked, this exclusive live event – A Night at The Musicals: A Wicked Special – promises a magical night of theatrical brilliance. The entertainment is available between 6.30-9.30pm with matinee performances between 2-5pm. To book a table visit: https:// ivybookings.com/night-at-themusicals-wicked
Christmas at Abbey House, Winchester guided tour
Wednesday 3 December
From 2.30pm to 4.30pm
Winchester Visitor Information Centre, The Guildhall, Winchester, SO23 9GH
An opportunity to visit Abbey House, the official residence of the Mayor of Winchester. After a tour round the principal rooms enjoy a glass of mulled wine and mince pies with the Mayor.
Readers, healers and therapists at affordable rates. Stall holders with unique products, homemade treats and refreshments. Free Entry. Facebook.com/Touchofspookie
Elgar - The Dream of Gerontius
Saturday 6 December From 7pm
O2 Guildhall, Civic Centre, Southampton, SO14 7LP,
Edward Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius stands as a towering achievement in choral music - deeply spiritual, emotionally profound, and musically innovative. For tickets visit: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/ event/3600632ABE1817EA
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LOCAL CHARITY FACES INCREASE IN DEMAND
More people are turning to a local charity for support, new figures reveal. Winchester Bereavement Support (WBS) is gearing up to meet the increased demand - up by 50% in the last year - for its services, thanks to a new partnership with Royal Winchester Golf Club.
The golf club has just named WBS as its charity for the year and expects to raise a five-figure sum to enable WBS to help those who seek its support and listening services after losing someone close to them.
RWGC Captain, John Quinn, said: “WBS do great, great work. Our club has made a commitment to support WBS so they can continue their work and to help them grow their services both to meet existing demand and increase their geographical area of support.”
“Anyone who has lost someone close knows just how difficult it is to cope with. Whilst many people have great networks of support, many do not. And others feel more comfortable talking to someone trained in listening and understanding. These are the needs that WBS help fulfill.”
Demand for WBS has grown since its inception in 1982, with close to 50% more clients this year alone. The donation from Royal Winchester Golf Club will help WBS to expand its team of caring, compassionate, dedicated and well-trained volunteers. In so doing, they aim to double the number of local people they are able to support in their time of need.
Leonie Mountney, Chair of WBS said, “We are thrilled and so grateful to have been chosen by the Royal Winchester Golf Club as this year's charity. Such a generous donation, at a time when there are more calls for our services, means we can enlist more Bereavement Visitors and their professionally trained Supervisors to help many more people struggling to come to terms with the death of a loved one”.
Research published by the National Bereavement Alliance, ‘A guide to commissioning bereavement services in England’ suggests unresolved grief can lead to psychological and physical health issues, so support like WBS can be a lifeline for the bereaved.
WBS is a free, confidential, one-to-one home visit or telephone service for anyone aged 18 or over, serving a 10 mile radius across Winchester including Romsey, Chandlers Ford, Sutton Scotney and Alresford. “We want people to know we are here for anyone grieving at any time. Just a phone call or email is the first port of call to get the help of a Bereavement Visitor”. says Leonie.
The WBS service is available for adults at any stage of bereavement by contacting support@wbs. org.uk or phoning 07450 649679. If you would like to volunteer with WBS, please contact: info@wbs.org.uk
WINTER READINESS: WHY A FULLY MANAGED TENANCY OFFERS PEACE OF MIND
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Agents also provide tenants with practical winter advice, from how to bleed a radiator to preventing condensation and maintaining adequate ventilation. Perhaps most importantly, a fully managed property means compliance, safety, and communication are all handled expertly reducing the risk of disputes and unexpected costs.
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ELGAR’S THE DREAM OF GERONTIUS COMES TO SOUTHAMPTON
This December, Southampton Philharmonic Choir, joined by Southampton University Philharmonic Choir and the London-based orchestra, Docklands Sinfonia, present Edward Elgar’s monumental choral masterpiece The Dream of Gerontius at the O2 Guildhall Southampton. Under the baton of guest conductor Stephen Hope, this performance promises to be a profound musical and spiritual experience.
Premiered almost exactly 125 years ago, in October 1900, Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius is a deeply moving setting of Cardinal John Henry Newman’s poetic meditation on death, judgment, and the soul’s journey into the afterlife. Though the poem is rooted in Catholic tradition, the themes of mortality, legacy, and hope speak to people of all faiths and none – making it as relevant today as it was over a century ago. Elgar’s score is a tour de force of orchestral and choral writing. Rich in emotional contrasts, it moves from hushed introspection to moments of terrifying grandeur and ecstatic revelation. The influence of Wagner is evident in its through-composed structure and recurring motifs, yet Elgar’s voice remains distinct – noble, lyrical, and achingly sincere.
The concert will feature a stellar cast of soloists: mezzo-soprano Susan Bickley, tenor John Findon, and bass-baritone Darren Jeffery. Their roles are demanding, both vocally and emotionally, as they embody Gerontius and the beings who guide him. Together with the choirs and orchestra, they will bring Elgar’s vision to life in a performance that promises to be both intimate and epic.
Doors open at 6pm for the 7pm concert on Saturday 6 December 2025. Tickets are available online from o2guildhallsouthampton.co.uk, priced at £30.60, £24.00, and £17.45, with concessions for the disabled (and accompanying carer), students, children, and job-seekers.
CHESIL THEATRE PRESENTS THE JUDAS KISS - THE DOWNFALL OF A GENIUS AT THE HANDS OF LOVE
The Judas Kiss, a powerful drama by David Hare, opens the New Year at Chesil Theatre Winchester, running from 16 to 24 January 2026. Open auditions are being held on Sunday 19 and Monday 20 October 2025 at 7.30pm, with an informal reading on Friday 17 October.
The play delves into the private life of celebrated Irish playwright Oscar Wilde, at a pivotal moment. At the height of his career, Wilde is prosecuted for ‘gross indecency’. There are just a few hours before the police are due to arrive and arrest him. He faces a huge dilemma, whether to flee England
Elgar once described The Dream of Gerontius as “the best of me.” For performers and audiences alike, it remains a journey of the soul – one that transcends creed and speaks to the heart. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of Britain’s greatest choral works in the hands of some of its finest interpreters.
and avoid imprisonment or stay and risk everything for love and principle. The action opens in a London hotel room in 1895 where Wilde makes the momentous decision that will affect the rest of his life.
Three challenging roles dominate the cast. Oscar Wilde himself, unfailingly witty, sophisticated and thoughtful, is here aged in his 40s. Lord Alfred Douglas, known as “Bosie”, is his volatile young aristocratic lover. Robert Ross, journalist and art critic, remains Wilde’s devoted friend. Smaller roles are available for two males in their 20s/30s plus one aged 40/50/60, and one female 20/30. For more information on auditions please contact marketing@chesiltheatre,org.uk
Director Nicky Hubbard says:
“I am looking forward to the challenge of this compelling exploration of the cost of loyalty, pride, and the tragedy of a love betrayed. The Judas Kiss is in complete contrast to my last Chesil Theatre production as director of Noel Coward’s timeless comedy Private Lives .”
Tickets for The Judas Kiss are now on sale from www.chesiltheatre.org. uk in addition to Chesil Theatre’s next production: The Resistable Rise of Arturo Ui by Bertolt Brecht.
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DASHING TOWARDS CHRISTMAS AT WELBORNE
We’ve reached that time of year when we’re all dashing towards Christmas, leaving little time to catch our breath. While festivities are on the minds of many of us, here at Welborne, we also recognise the importance of placing health at the forefront, especially as busier schedules and longer nights approach.
Last month, for World Mental Health Day, build partners including CG Fry, Pye Homes, Thakeham, and the Welborne team participated in the inaugural - and now annual - Dashwood Dash, where people could run, stroll, or shuffle to the finish line. It was a wonderful opportunity to evoke a light and refreshing sense of community and recognise the importance of construction workers, in particular,
taking time out of their busy schedules to prioritise their mental health and wellbeing.
Community at Christmas
Winter at Welborne is a truly enchanting experience. Behind the scenes, the dedicated Welborne team has been hard at work, thoughtfully planning and preparing special touches to bring extra seasonal cheer to the community. On 5 December, Boundary Oak Choir will come together to sing Christmas Carols beneath the Christmas tree on the village green. The evening air will be filled with the warm sounds of beloved carols. Residents and visitors alike are invited to gather, join in song, and soak up the magical atmosphere.
If uprooting, or downsizing is on your mind, then come and discover the lifestyle waiting for you at Welborne Garden Village. We look forward to hearing from you.
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CURTIS MUSEUM & ALLEN GALLERY
November Events at the Curtis Museum & Allen Gallery Saxons v Vikings - Follow our activity trail with two routes, Saxons or Vikings? Choose a side and join its boot camp on this fun family trail.
Make a Shield - To blend in with your chosen team. Only £2 per shield with craft materials provided. 4th November - 29th November 10am - 4.30pm.
Mediaeval Christmas - We're travelling back in time this Christmas, to mediaeval Alton. From the Saxons to the Normans, discover the origins of many of the traditions we still do today. Join us for a free activity trail, make and take crafts, and a communal Christmas decoration. 2nd December-3rd January, 10am - 4.30pm.
Christmas Craft Club - 17th and 31st December , 11am -3pm (drop in). Festive make and take crafts. £2 per child, 5th craft free.
Dotty the Dodo's Autumn Fact Hunt - a free Family Trail. Dotty has hidden some more facts from the natural world around the Curtis Museum. Can you find them all and earn your Dotty the Dodo sticker? 2nd September - 29th November.
Talk sponsored by the Friends of the Curtis Museum and Allen Gallery - Mediaeval Women, by Caroline Stapleton, 13th November, 7.30pm, Allen Gallery. FREE. donations welcome. Next year, talks will be held in the Community Centre.
Opening Times
Tuesday to Saturday: Curtis 10am – 4.30pm | Allen 10.30 – 4pm www.hampshireculture.org.uk/curtis-museum www.hampshireculture.org.uk/allen-gallery
Volunteer opportunities
Now the nights are drawing in and outdoor pursuits don’t seem quite so attractive as they did during the long, hot summer, why not become a volunteer at the Curtis Museum? It’s indoors, you meet some really nice people, and you can learn a bit of local history at the same time. We are also looking for volunteers to help with the ongoing Allen Gallery Project (see above). Training will be given for helping to pack, move and catalogue the collection. And eventually to re-site the artefacts once the Gallery is up and running in its new form. Once a week, once a month or just occasionally - we would love to hear from you.
For more details, please contact manager Ian Grierson on 01420 82802 or ian.grierson@hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk or drop in and have a chat with the volunteers on duty.
“I’m too sick to see that film,” she mumbled around the tissue she was holding to her face. Her eyes were streaming and her nose was running with a cold. “It’s not fair on everyone around me in the cinema, for a start. No-one wants this..” She blew her nose noisily and slumped back down onto the sofa.
“That’s such a shame.” Did she detect a hint of insincerity in his voice? She couldn’t quite locate it through the pounding in her head, as she tucked the soggy tissue up her sleeve, just like her Granny used to.
“Can you cancel our tickets and get a refund?” Himself brought in a wastepaper bin and, rather pointedly she thought, put it next to her.
“Doing it now.” She was tapping the screen of her phone and frowning. “Done. I’ve re-booked for next Monday, when I’ll be better.”
“Don’t bank on it,” he exclaimed, and then, rather cheerfully she thought, added, “the ‘flu is going around.”
“But I’ve had my jab.” She’d lined up in the doctor’s surgery with all the other eligibles; her arm had hurt for a week.
“You might have a different strain. You could be laid up for a fortnight.” He chirped.
Time elapsed and revealed that Himself, it transpired, was omniscient. By the following Monday she was still ill. However, he too had succumbed to whatever lurgy inhabited her body and the tissues up her sleeve. For the second week running, she’d had to cancel the cinema. But Himself, it had to be said, put on a brave face. “What! Oh no. That’s such a shame,” he said thickly, coughing into the crook of his elbow. Had she, for the merest moment, seen him smile into his wool blend sleeve..?
In their pestilential misery, they’d been confined to the sofa. Reduced to watching through the window the distant rockets streak across the sky and burst into streams of twinkling stars that floated groundward. Forced to merely imagine the whine of their flight and the bang of explosion, it still took them back to their childhood. Back then, looking for the spent rockets fallen to earth the morning after, where they’d lain in the grass, sparkling with ice crystals, had passed for entertainment. Back then, November had been a cold and frosty month.
She reflected how convenient it was that Guy Fawkes had chosen November 5th and not June 5th.
“The kids would have to stay up really late if it was in the summer. And honestly, thank goodness for bonfire night, it’s the only redeeming thing about November: the long wait to Christmas, the short days, the awful weather. Did you know, technically it’s still Autumn?”
“Mmnn.” He was scrolling through the channels. “I’m trying to find something to watch that isn’t going to be too stressful, too depressing, too violent or too frightening for us in our poorly state,” he explained, nasally.
The weather had closed in. The trees swayed, their branches thrashing wetly in the wind, shedding the last of their leaves. The rain was running down the window panes in streams that snaked and converged.
She watched the deluge and said, “the Hobbits were right.”
Himself stopped his scrolling and laughed, “my head’s so full of cold that I thought you just said ‘the Hobbits were right’. Bizarre.”
“I did. Hobbits called October and November ‘Winterfilth’ and ‘Blotmath’. I think they lived round here.”
“Hey, talking of Hobbits,” Himself was blowing his nose again and she pushed the bin closer to his end of the sofa, “we could watch Lord of the Rings. I’ve got the Director’s cut on DVD somewhere.”
For the umpteenth time? she thought, I’ll head him off at the Redhorn pass. (IYKYK) “I’ve got a better idea,” she said, as she relieved him of the remote and made a note to anti-bac it very soon.
“So, you know that film we were going to see at the cinema?” she said. “Yeess.” He gave her a squinty and suspicious look.
“Its theatrical run finished today. I can’t rebook it.”
Contrary to his delighted, if somewhat bloodshot, expression, he said, “Oh that’s awful. What a blow!”
Slight confusion set in, but she ploughed on. “I had thought it would be nicer to watch it on the big screen. But the good news is… we can watch it on the telly. It’s already streaming!”
Himself looked at her like she’d cancelled Christmas - and went to rummage in a cupboard.
The penny dropped. Finally. She blamed her streaming cold for her sluggish powers of observation. Himself was on his knees, head and shoulder deep in the cupboard, coughing and frantically rifling through their DVD collection.
She took pity on him. “Hey. Come and sit down. I’ve found a film that’s just what you need, Darling. Not too stressful, too depressing, too violent or too frightening.”
Empty handed, he shuffled reluctantly back to the sofa. Grasping a fresh tissue, he sighed with resignation. She patted his arm as he sat heavily beside her. “I’ll watch the other film when you’re out. Or away.” Or sleeping off a large curry and a beer or two tomorrow night, she thought, keeping her telltale evil genius smile on a tight leash.
With curiosity he looked at the screen, just as the opening titles of Lord of the Rings loomed large across the TV. The haunting melody relaxed them both and she nudged him, “good job this is streaming too.”
WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS MARKET
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe.
This year's Christmas Market takes place at The Close, Winchester, SO23 9LS from Friday 21 November to Monday 22 December 2025. The market is open Monday to Wednesday from 10am to 6pm, Thursday from 10am to 7pm, Friday and Saturday from 10am to 8pm ans Sunday from 10am to 5pm.
Winchester Cathedral's Christmas Market is renowned for its bustling atmosphere, stunning location and handpicked high quality exhibitors, which attracts visitors from around the world each year who come to shop at the pretty wooden chalets, situated within the historic grounds.
The wooden chalets are inspired by traditional German Christmas Markets, and combined with the festive lighting, the sound of Christmas carols and the aroma of mulled wine and cinnamon drifting in the air, visitors will be transported into a festive setting to purchase their Christmas gifts and take in the atmosphere.
For those in search of an authentic Christmas experience, the Cathedral is at the heart of the city's celebration, with its many Christmas services, carol concerts, events.
WINCHESTER BONFIRE NIGHT FIREWORKS WINCHESTER CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON
The Winchester Round Table Bonfire and Fireworks event takes place in the heart of the UK's most special city, Winchester on Saturday 8 November 2025. Each year, the city centre procession, the lighting of the Bonfire and the spectacular Fireworks display is a huge success. Bringing together the city with all profits going to local organisations and charities, sparking a difference in our local community. The Bonfire, Fireworks spectacular and procession is a sight to behold as over 20,000 gather to celebrate the failed plot of Guy Fawkes.
The event is not run for profit, all profits to go to the Winchester Round Table Charitable Trust Fund to help local people who really need it. Last year the event raised over £65,000. For tickets and information visit: https://winchesterbonfire.co.uk/
Please note tickets must be purchased in advance of the event. There will be no tickets for sale on the gates. A variety of hot food, drinks and sweets will be available on-site. There will be an on-site bar for the purchase of local beers and lagers. Throughout the evening there will be live music and performances.
Please use public transport due to road closures on the night. The nearest car parks to the Bonfire site are quite small – the Cattle Market, St Peter’s Car Park and the Winchester Hotel Car Park on Worthy Road. If you are planning to park and walk the route of the torchlit procession, please park in the city centre multi-story car parks.
This year's Christmas Lights switch on will be on 13 November 2025 from 4.30pm7.30pm at the The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.
This annual sensational event, organised by Winchester BID and kindly sponsored by Dutton Gregory Solicitors, attracts many thousands of people to the city centre. Taking place in The Broadway outside the Guildhall, the Winchester Christmas lights will be switched on by local heroes nominated by the public. The event will be hosted by Jonny Meah from Heart Radio and promises an evening full of festive fun, with Winchester Round Table's Santa’s Sleigh and wonderful live performances from The Pilgrims’ School Chamber Choir, Harestock Primary School Choir, Osborne School's Rubik's Cube, Winchester Rock Choir, Theatre Royal Winchester, Winchester A Capella, Integr8 Dance, Love Soul Choir, Diva Academy and Weeke Primary School Choir.
Enjoy the snow selfies at the Giant Inflatable Snow Globe which will be located by The Brooks Shopping Centre in Middle Brook Street on the day of the Switch On from 12 noon to 8pm.
Visitors to the Snow Globe are encouraged to make a voluntary donation to Spare Change for Lasting Change, Winchester BID’s charity scheme which aims to help reduce street begging and rough sleeping in the city by supporting two local homelessness charities, Trinity Winchester and The Winchester Beacon.
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Winchester Cathderal Lantern Parade
Fun for all the family, Winchester Cathedral's popular Winter event returns and everyone is welcome to join in.
The annual lantern parade returns to Winchester Cathedral, and this year the theme is Light, Bright, and Sparkling. The theme is inspired by Jane Austen’s description of Pride and Prejudice. Such a fitting theme as we celebrate Jane’s 250th birthday this year. Join Winchester Cathedral in coming together to celebrate Christmas with music, lanterns, and the Christmas Market. Parade from Winchester Cathedral through Winchester with your lanterns and light the way back to the cathedral where The Reverend Canon Dr Roland Riem, Interim Dean of Winchester Cathedral will pick four winners in the categories listed below, with a prize for all winners.
Prize
categories
• Best small lantern (under 1m)
• Best large lantern (over 1m)
• Best “on theme” lantern
• Best lantern made by a group, organisation, or business
To register your participation in the Lantern Parade click ‘book now’ at the top of the page. Please note that registering interest is not essential for attendance but would be appreciated by Winchester Cathedral so preparations can be made for expected numbers.
In the event of exceeding our maximum capacity in the Cathedral you may be invited to wait outside until the parade begins at 6.30pm, if you book a ticket, you will be guaranteed entry.
Make your own lantern
You are encouraged to make your own lantern at home by reusing and recycling items which would otherwise have gone in the bin. Re-purpose your materials into something wonderful and give it a new lease of life at this year’s Lantern Parade.
It is important that only battery operated candles are used inside your lantern creations, no live flames please.
Timings
You are welcome to gather in the cathedral with your lanterns from 5.30pm. There will be Carol singing, from 5.45pm – Sing along to festive classics that will warm your hearts and get you into the spirit of Advent and Christmas. Judging of lanterns, from 6.00pm – The Reverend Canon Dr Roland Riem, Interim Dean of Winchester Cathedral will begin to work his way through the lanterns, do look out for him and let him know what inspired your creation. Group photo of all lanterns, from 6.15pm – An annual tradition, don’t forget to say cheese! Get ready for the
start of the parade, 6.30pm – Start to make your way out of the Great West Doors as the parade begins.
Parade route
The parade will head past Bar Gate, turning left at Pret A Manger, heading up the High Street to the Buttercross monument where you’ll steer left, walking through the passage between L’Occitane En Provence and Kneaded, you’ll then walk across the diagonal on the cathedral grounds and the parade will end outside the West Front of the cathedral.
Closing speech and winner announcement, from 7.00pm – Depending on how long the parade will take, the closing speech and winners announcement, by The Reverend Canon Dr Roland Riem, Interim Dean of Winchester Cathedral, is expected to take place at 7pm. The event closes at 7.15pm.
Lantern Workshops with Bella Crafts Thur 6 Nov from 6pm - 8pm and Sunday 16 Nov from 10am - 12pm. Using willow and colourful tissue papers create your own delightful lantern to proudly display at Winchester Cathedral’s annual Lantern Parade.
Crafts not usually your thing? Don’t worry full instructions and ideas will be included by the crafting professionals, making it a fun and stress free experience for all the family. Workshops are priced at £19 per lantern under 1 metre.
To book thw worskhop visit: www.bellacrafts.co.uk/p/lantern-making
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The Forest of Bere
A historic woodland with many trails to explore
The Forest of Bere lies north of Fareham and is the nearest and most accessible countryside for many of the residents of south-east Hampshire. It is a mixture of woodland, open space, heathland, farmland and downland. It provides a range of opportunities –walks and trails, horse riding and cycle routes.
The Saxon Kings used the forests for hunting long before the Normans made Bere a Royal Forest. The last monarch to hunt here was Charles I in 1628. Bere was officially declared a forest in 1086, putting it under forest laws and staking it outside common law. The Verderer's Court was instituted in 1306 to regulate forest use. Like other royal forests its main purpose was for hunting, but it soon became important for timber.
By the 17th century timber was fast disappearing - three per cent of its timber remained and the land area had been reduced to 25 square miles. Samual Pepys thought it large enough, and because there were still perils for the traveller, records in 1662 show that he 'hired a countryman to guide us to Havant to avoid going through the forest'.
Bere suffered from its proximity to the shipbuilding industry and land-hungry farmers. Petitions sent to the Treasury complained about large areas of wasteland inside the Royal Forest and asked for its formal disafforestation by Parliament. This was granted in 1810. The remaining woodland was passed from the Crown
Office of Woods to the Forestry Commission in 1919. Today, the forest is a shadow of its former self. At one time it stretched from the River Test at Kings Somborne in the west in a great arc through Hursley, Eastleigh, Bishop's Waltham and Denmead to Rowlands Castle in the east. Fragments of the forest survive across the area, protected from further destruction by the Forestry Commission and Hampshire County Council.
Forest of Bere - West Walk
This is a small circuit of this former Royal hunting ground. Throughout West Walk, small areas of nineteenth century oak remain from a time when oak trees were planted to supply the navy with timber for ship building. Today, these trees have rare lichens growing on them, and are home to bats and nesting woodland birds.
Distance: <5 miles. 1-2 miles
Location: Hampshire
Type: Easy. Miles without Stiles
Duration: 0.5-1 hour
There are no steps or barriers on this route of gravel tracks and footpaths. Suitable for off-road specific motorised wheelchairs/trampers as well as push-chairs and off-road bikes. This route has been designed as a Miles Without Stiles route suitable for people with restricted mobility.
Gradient: Gently undulating.
Surface: Unbound tracks, gravel and stone combined
Facilities: Toilets are located in the car park. Set within the trees there are two play areas for children and a picnic area.
Route of the Walk
Starting at the noticeboard in the main car park simply follow the left-hand track down between the two play areas. At the fork go right and follow the path around the bend until you reach a path on the right. At the triangle take the right-hand track back up the slope to the car park.
Getting to the Forest
By bus: Catch the No. 69 bus that runs between Winchester and Wickham Square. The nearest stop is a 2.2 mile walk from West Walk. By car: West Walk car park (Forestry England) Hundred Acres Road, Wickham, Hampshire PO17 6JD. Parking fees apply.
Please follow the forest code to help you enjoy the forest responsibly. If you are visiting with your dog, follow the dog code, keep them under close control to help protect local wildlife such as ground nesting birds, and bag and bin your dog’s waste.
The children's play area near the main car park
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With over 35 years experience designing bathrooms, the team at Ripples understands that the process can sometimes be daunting. Its designers are experts on all aspects of bathrooms and here, Senior Designer Kerri and Designer Caroline, from Ripples Winchester, discuss the top things to consider when designing a shower space.
Firstly, think about whether you want a shower enclosure or a more open space with a shower screen.
If you’re opting for an enclosure, consider which shape will work best to utilise the space available. If you go for shower glass, think about which style you like, whether that be Crittall-style, fluted or the emerging trend, etched.
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Secondly, think about the space. If room is tight within a shower area, concealed fi ttings are the perfect choice. By hiding the pipes within the wall cavity, the fi ttings sit fl ush to the wall, reducing the possibility of bumping into them when showering and creating a sleek fi nished look.
Additionally, it’s important to consider the ways in which you can minimise energy and water consumption.
You can create additional in-shower storage by utilising the void in a stud or false wall to build alcoves for storing shower products, in turn maximising space on the floor.
One way to reduce water usage is to choose a shower head fi tted with a fl ow restrictor. Luckily, this option doesn’t mean you end up with a substandard shower as each fl ow restrictor shower has been carefully designed to reduce water consumption but still offer a pleasurable showering experience. Alternatively, you can opt for a technology-led shower which enriches shower water with air droplets, making for an invigorating shower experience.
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PROTECTING OUR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT IS MY PRIORITY
Our national parks are under threat. With the government desperate to grow the economy, they're being tempted by developers to sacrifice our green spaces and national parks like the South Downs. I launched an urgent petition and within days over a thousand local residents made their voices heard. I'll be taking their message to Parliament and fighting to stop the government removing nature protections from the law. We can not let them get away with this.
After we’ve seen eye-watering bill rises of over 50% already, I almost couldn't believe the news that Southern Water successfully pressured regulators to allow additional bill rises. It all just feels like a rigged game. After years of failure, for them to demand even more money is as disgusting as the sewage they continue to dump in our rivers. It’s past time we scrapped Ofwat and replaced it with a regulator actually willing to take on the water company bosses.
As well as challenging the government and Southern Water to do their part, we can all help to improve our local environment too. I joined the Winchester Litter Pickers for a morning tidying up the streets. They’ve really embraced the community spirit and have not only helped keep Winchester’s streets clean, but created a wonderful way for people to meet each other and socialise. I highly recommend people getting involved with a local litter picking group and if there isn't one around, to help set one up!
It was an honour to be able to speak at our party conference recently about our successes. We demonstrated that opposition MPs really can get things done. My Animal Welfare Bill passed through the House of Commons and is on track to become law, stopping the abuse and illegal smuggling of dogs and cats.
When I was first elected, I promised to be a local champion and after my first year as your MP, my team and I have been able to directly help residents over 10,000 times. We've worked with schools and parents to ensure children’s education needs are met. We’ve supported local businesses and farmers with grant applications. We've taken on energy and water companies for overcharging customers and polluting our environment. And we've listened to people’s concerns on national and international issues so we could bring their voice to parliament. Whether it was our support for Ukraine, or working to stop the killing in Gaza, I’ve listened to all sides and spoken out.
As I enter my second year as Winchester’s MP, I promise to keep on listening and fighting on the issues that really matter to people, so if you have any concerns or issues I can help with, please get in touch at danny.chambers. mp@parliament.uk
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FROM FRONT
LINES TO FINISH LINES – A NEW EXHIBITION ABOUT OLYMPIC GLORY LAUNCHES AT THE ROYAL LOGISTICS CORPS MUSEUM
Medals and the military go hand in hand, and a brand-new exhibition at the Royal Logistic Corps Museum investigates the theme from a wholly new direction – through Olympic greatness. The latest temporary exhibition at the RLC Museum in Worthy Down explores the links between soldiers of the Royal Logistic Corps, its predecessors and the Olympic Games.
‘This was a really interesting exhibition to curate,’ says the museum’s Archivist Eliot Broadbridge. ‘The RLC and its Forming Corps contain a wealth of athletes who have competed at the Olympic Games over the years.’
Hardly surprising when both military service and Olympic victory hinge on mental and physical strength, valour, quick thinking and dedication to training. The stories of over 20 Olympians are told in the exhibition, placing their sporting achievements alongside their military achievements.
‘There is a really strong mix of stories in the exhibition,’ says Eliot. ‘There are Olympians like rower David Haig-Thomas of the Royal Army Service Corps who on the outbreak of the Second World War signed up for military service; and well-known names like boxer Henry Cooper, who undertook his National Service with the Royal Army Ordnance Corps, which he directly attributes to his later success in the ring.’
The exhibition is illustrated with objects lent to the museum, including the bicycle ridden by Victor Louis Johnson when he won a gold medal at the 1908 London Olympic Games.
‘The museum aims to inform and educate the public about the wide range of roles undertaken by the Royal Logistic Corps, and the Corps that formed it. Through this exhibition we hope that we have captured another facet of military life and shone a light on the links between the Army and the sporting opportunities it provides.’ says Eliot.
See the exhibition for yourself. The Museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9.30am to 4pm. Entrance is free but donations are welcomed.
This month, I’ve been fighting to protect our green spaces and natural environment.
Danny Chambers MP tidying the streets with Winchester Litter Pickers
On display in the exhibition is the Anschutz 1827 bolt-action rifle used by WO2 Emma Blackett who competed in biathlon
Missed out on a gold-plated pension? Four tips
If you missed out on a defined benefit (DB) pension and weren’t automatically enrolled in a workplace pension at the start of your career, you may find yourself part of the ‘miserable middle’.
Under auto-enrolment, employers are legally required to set up a workplace pension for qualifying employees, where the employer and employee must contribute to the pension. However, as auto-enrolment was only introduced in 2012, anyone over 40 could have missed out on years of employer contributions. Fortunately, there are several ways to help improve your retirement prospects.
1. Take action now
You can start by setting up contributions to your employer’s pension scheme. Contributions are usually taken at source from your payroll. If you’re not eligible for a workplace scheme, you can open a personal pension and make either one-off or recurring contributions. Check whether you qualify for the state pension. You need 35 ‘qualifying’ years on your National Insurance (NI) record to receive the maximum amount.
A ‘qualifying’ year is a year in which you’ve:
• Worked and paid NI contributions
• Received NI credits, for example if you were unable to work, or a parent or carer
• Paid voluntary NI contributions. You can usually fill gaps in your NI record by making voluntary contributions within six years.
If you’re not working, you’ll get NI credits automatically if you claim child benefit and your child is under 12, even if you’ve opted out of receiving payments1.
2. Stay engaged with your pension
Review your statements regularly and keep track of contributions and investment returns. Diverting any extra
income towards your pension could really pay off over the long term.
It’s also worth finding out whether increasing your own contributions could mean your employer increases theirs.
3. Consider a flexible retirement
If you’re worried about a shortfall in your pension savings, it’s worth considering taking a flexible retirement. This means that you’d continue to work part-time or on a freelance basis to help supplement your retirement income.
4. Seek advice
A wealth manager can help you understand your options and develop a realistic savings plan tailored to your personal circumstances. This can help you feel more confident that you’re on track for a secure financial future. 1 https://www.gov.uk/child-benefit/what-youll-get
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The malicious BT email hack that locks users out of their accounts by changing recovery email and telephone details remains worryingly active. Once the hackers gain access, they often create a fake email address by subtly altering a single character, then send out convincing “begging” emails that appear to come from the genuine account holder. It’s a particularly cruel scam, as many of the victims tend to be older users, who are understandably distressed by the experience. I’ve assisted several people recently in regaining control of their BT email accounts; the process requires time and patience, but it can be resolved successfully. If you use a BT email address and would like to ensure your security settings are properly configured, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
A lot of you have been buying new computers recently, especially those of you with old Windows kit still running Windows 10. I know this because I have been setting up a lot of these machines, preparing them for first use. This is not as simple as it might sound; Microsoft preloads a lot of “bloatware”, software they hope you will buy. Deciding on a new machine is difficulty, so many laptops to choose from, so many all-in-one PCs. Apple or Windows. Let me help you, I do not sell hardware, just advise. Call me to discuss the best machine for your needs.
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CHERISHING OUR SENIOR PETS WITH GENTLE CARE
Cozy November thoughts with Dr Lucy, your local independent vet. As the days shorten and the weather turns cooler, it’s lovely to celebrate geriatric pet care, supporting our older companions through their golden years.
Aging and the winter weather can make it harder on senior dogs, highlighting issues such as stiff joints and reduced interest in exercising. Comfy beds, gentle exercises and diet tweaks make a world of difference. As a proud pet-parent to two geriatric rescue dogs, I have found that being careful with portion control and feeding senior food with joint supplements is better for maintaining a good body condition - all important for staying mobile and prevent from overloading joints.
Regular check-ups catch issues early and can identify where your vet can support with targeted advice, diet plans or pain relief to help your dog stay comfortable and lively through their twilight years.
I love to nurture seniors with compassionate plans. Let’s honour their loyalty and lifetime companionship with respect and care.
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Pan-fried Chalk Stream Trout
INGREDIENTS
TROUT FILLET
FOR THE WATERCRESS EMULSION:
50G WATERCRESS
100G OIL
A PINCH OF SALT
FOR THE RISOTTO BASE:
250G OF RISOTTO RICE
1 SHALLOT (FINELY DICED)
1 SMALL LEEK (FINELY DICED)
2 CLOVES OF GARLIC (PUREED)
A HANDFUL OF THYME (NO STALKS)
200ML WHITE WINE
1/2 LITRE VEG STOCK
FOR THE CRISPY LEEKS
1/2 LEEK (JULIENNE CUT LONG & THIN)
1/2 TSP CORN FLOUR PINCH OF SALT & PEPPER
METHOD
STEP 1: MAKE THE WATERCRESS EMULSION
Blanch the watercress in boiling water for around 30 seconds then refresh in ice water. Squeeze out the water and add to a blender with a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend on a medium speed and slowly add the oil. Once all of the oil is added, continue to blend for 2 minutes. Chill until needed.
STEP 2: PREP THE RISOTTO BASE
Sweat off the leeks and shallots with a little oil. Add garlic and thyme then cook for 2 more minutes. Add the risotto rice and fry to 2 minutes. Add the white wine and cook until almost gone. Repeat this process until the rice is almost cooked. Chill on a flat tray straight away unless serving straight away.
STEP 3: COOK THE LEEKS
Wash the leeks then dry and cut. Toss together with the corn flour, onion powder, and seasoning. Fry in clean fryer until golden. Shake oil off well. Transfer to tray with j-cloths and salt again. Leave under a very low grill for 5-10 minutes. Cool then store in an air-sealed tub.
STEP 4: COOK THE TROUT
Score the skin diagonally for 3-4 minutes (this will stop the fish from curling in the pan). Add a little oil to the pan on a medium heat. When hot, carefully add your fish to the pan. Cook until you see the flesh at the skin side start to change colour – turn over and take off the heat. The trout will cook the rest of the way with the residual heat of the pan. This will give you a slight opaque fish in the centre. If you prefer your fish cooked the whole way through, you can turn and leave on the heat for a couple of minutes and then take off.
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Theatre, Shows & Concerts
Thursday 6 November - 8pm
Boo Hewerdine & Reg Meuross
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/boo-hewerdine-regmeuross-2025-11-06
Friday 7 November - 8pm
Chris Payn & The Parade
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/chris-payn-theparade-2025-11-07
Saturday 8 November - 8pm
Biffy McClyro
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/biffymcclyro-2025-11-08
Sunday 9 November - 7.30pm
Bones Ate Arfa + Tegalü Cat + Cheap Faith
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/bones-atearfa-2025-11-09
Thursday 13 November - 8pm
Mik Artistik’s Ego Trip
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/mik-artistiks-egotrip-2025-11-13
Friday 14 November - 7.30pm
John Bramwell (IAMKLOOT)
For tickets visit: hhttps://railwayinn. pub/shows/johnbramwell-2025-11-14
Saturday 15 November - 8pm Winchella 25
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/winchella-25-2025-11-15
Sunday 16 November - 7.30pm
Dominie Hooper + Polly Gone Wrong
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/dominiehooper-2025-11-16
Tuesday 18 November - 8pm
His Lordship
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/his-lordship-2025-11-18
Tuesday 18 November - 7.30pm
Brett Tippie - The Right Line
For tickets visit: https://thelights. ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/ shows/1173657774
Wednesday 19 Nov - 7.30pm
Josi & Alex
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/josi-alex-2025-11-19
Thursday 20 November - 8pm
A Formal Horse
For tickets visit: https:// railwayinn.pub/shows/a-formalhorse-2025-11-20
Saturday 22 November - 8pm
Deeply Purple : Monsters of Classic Rock
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/deeply-purple-monstersof-classic-rock-2025-11-22
Wednesday 26 November - 8pm
Danny & the Champions of the World
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/danny-the-championsof-the-world-2025-11-26pub/ shows/funke-and-the-two-tonebaby-2025-11-01
Friday 28 November - 8pm
Feel Love Club Night
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/feel-love-clubnight-2025-11-28
Saturday 29 November - 7.30pm
Rob Clamp and The Ashmen
For tickets visit: https://railwayinn. pub/shows/rob-clamp-and-theashmen-2025-11-29
Widely regarded as one of the finest performers on the UK music scene,
he’s as comfortable on the Main Stage of Cambridge Folk Festival with folk rock supergroup The Magpie Arc as he is in an intimate acoustic show in the back room of a pub. For tickets visit: https:// wegottickets.com/event/660703
Riley Baugus
Friday 21 November
From 8pm (7.30pm doors)
Riley Baugus represents the very best of old time American banjo and song. His powerful singing voice and his expert musicianship place him squarely in the next generation of the quality American roots tradition. For tickets visit: https://wegottickets. com/event/669698
Mark Harrison
Thursday 27 November
From 8pm (7.30pm doors)
Described at BBC Radio 2 as an artist who ‘makes you think afresh’, and by countless audience members and reviewers as ‘uplifting and ‘inspirational’. For tickets visit: https://wegottickets.com/ event/660696
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London Concertante : Christmas at The Movies
Saturday 15 November
From 7.30pm
Get ready to unwrap the ultimate holiday treat with London Concertante’s ‘Christmas at the Movies’ concert, a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films. For tickets visit: https://www.winchester-cathedral. org.uk/event/london-concertantechristmas-at-the-movies/
Dónal McCann, Director of Chapel Music at Winchester College
Sunday 16 November
From 2.55pm
Evensong will be preceded by a short, informal recital given by a host of talented organists. All are welcome to join from 2.55pm – 3.20pm in the Quire. There is no entry cost for these informal recitals, donations
are welcome upon exit. For more information visit: https://www. winchester-cathedral.org.uk/event/ organ-festival/
Piccadilly Sinfonietta: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas
Friday 21 November
From 7.30pm
Experience the magic of Christmas through the timeless beauty of classical music, set within the enchanting surroundings of Winchester Cathedral. For tickets visit: https://www.winchestercathedral.org.uk/event/piccadillysinfonietta-vivaldi-four-seasons-atchristmas/
The Broadway, Winchester Hampshire, SO23 9GH
The Country Music Experience
Saturday 15 November
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Time to don the Cowboy boots and Stetson as Nashville arrives in Winchester for a huge country music party! With a full line up of incredible live acts and the world famous Cotton Eye Disco! Book tickets: https://www.tickettailor. com/events/eventticket/1477609?tra ckingConsent=1
Luther Vandross – The Candlelight Concert
Friday 21 November
From 7.30pm
A Soulful Tribute Under the Glow of Candlelight Join us at Guildhall Winchester for a heartfelt evening honoring the timeless music of Luther Vandross. For tickets visit: https://guildhallwinchester. co.uk/events/luther-vandross-thecandlelight-concert-2/
Christmas - The Candlelight Concert The Candlelight Concert’ in an Unforgettable Festive Musical Celebration presented by Xperience Live: Book tickets: https:// guildhallwinchester.co.uk/events/ christmas-the-candlelight-concert/
Friday 28 November
From 7.30pm
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Festive Wine Tasting
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Our most diverse tasting of the year!
Winchester
Thursday 27th November
Venue - Searle & Taylor Showroom, 19 Southgate Street, Winchester, SO23 9EB Timings - 5pm to 9pm
Join Cat Brandwood to discover and taste what she thinks is the most enjoyable range of Festive drinks out there. Dip into some Local Fizz, Reds, Whites, and sweeties all wrapped up in some great special offers. A tasting room of indulgence!
These tasting events are free to aend. We offer special discounts on orders placed on the day.
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St Swithun’s Prep school welcomes new Head of Performing Arts, Matt Barlow
St Swithun’s Prep School in Winchester is delighted to welcome Matt Barlow as the new Head of Performing Arts. Matt joined the school in September at the start of this academic year and will lead drama and music across the school, helping pupils develop confidence, creativity, and a love for performance.
Matt brings a wealth of professional experience to the role. A highly versatile musician, he is a trained cellist, pianist, and singer. He completed his music degree at the University of York and pursued postgraduate cello training at Trinity College of Music in Greenwich.
Matt worked extensively in orchestras and ensembles. Notably, this included a long tenure with the acclaimed comedy string quartet, Graffiti Classics, performing to thousands globally. His diverse performance credits also include TV appearances alongside artists like Lana Del Rey, as well as spots on popular shows such as Later... with Jools Holland, Britain’s Got Talent, Strictly Come Dancing, and The X Factor. He has also played and performed in acclaimed shows in London’s West End.
Prior to joining St Swithun’s, Matt developed substantial expertise working as a music specialist and workshop facilitator across many schools in South London. He then moved full-time to Thomas’s Battersea, where he not only taught music but also led several full-scale musical productions and numerous concerts.
Matt is passionate about creating inclusive and inspiring opportunities for young people, operating on the belief that 'every
child can' when it comes to music and performance.
"Whether on stage, in the classroom, or behind the scenes, I believe every child can find their voice and confidence through creative play and exploration," he states.
Liz Norris, Head of St Swithun’s Prep said, “We are thrilled to welcome Matt to our prep school community. His fascinating range of experience and mastery in his subject will prove invaluable to our pupils, and we are excited to embark on the next chapter of performing arts at the prep under Matt's leadership.”
Prospective families are invited to meet all our teaching staff and explore Swithun’s Prep School during the upcoming Prep School
Open Afternoon on Friday 7 November at 1.30pm or contact our registrar to arrange a visit.
WINCHESTER – THE UNTOLD STORY LOCAL EMERGING ARTISTS HOST CANVAS CREATIVES’ ART EXHIBITION
Visitors come from all over the world to see Winchester, an important historic city. Disgorged from a coach by the Guildhall, they will visit the tourist office for a map or guided tour. They will inevitably see the Cathedral, Great Hall and Alfred statue. What impression of our city do they take away, do the surviving buildings tell a coherent historical story?
For 700 years from 850 to 1550 Winchester was an important religious centre. Prior to the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1539, it was a city of saints and shrines that drew pilgrims from far and wide, religion played a more important role in society than today. To fully understand the city today it is important to recognise not just what remains, but what has been destroyed in the name of religious reform.
A new book from a local author tells the untold story of Winchester, designed to help visitors understand the current landscape and what has been erased from it. Firstly, the Normans and later the Tudors set about putting their own interpretation on religious practice, and for Winchester this meant buildings and symbols were obliterated to erase memory the old regime. The untold story is about what is no longer visible as much as what remains.
Prior to the Norman conquest in 1066, Saxon Winchester had the largest collections religious houses north of the Alps, so it was as important as Rome. Normans arrived with their own version of Christianity, and introduced their own saints. The New Minster was dismantled to make way for the Cathedral and the Nunnaminster was rededicated as St Mary’s Abbey. Hyde Abbey was built to rehome monks ousted from the New Minster.
The Cathedral begun in 1087 retained the shrine of St Swithun until it was destroyed in 1539 when the new Church of England abolished saints, shrines and anything associated with Rome. Purgatory was deemed not to exist so prayers for the dead were no longer aimed at easing passage through purgatory. This required a cultural upheaval hard to imagine today.
Religious figures regarded as idols were smashed and deemed heretical, you will not find a statue of St Swithun in Winchester today, the nearest one to escape the Reformation can be found in Stavanger, Norway. Both Hyde and St Mary’s were dismantled by Thomas Wriothesley, one of Kings Henry’s ministers, who profited from their destruction.
The untold story of Winchester is about saints, shrines and sinners because these are integral to its past, although many relevant buildings or statues have been destroyed.
Garry Honey is the author of ‘Winchester, the untold story’ will be launched at P&G Wells bookshop in College Street, Winchester on 4 November 2025.
A vibrant group of eight Winchester artists will be holding a weekendlong art exhibition at community-led venue, The Nutshell in Winchester, coinciding with the opening of the city’s famous Christmas Market. The exhibition
is free to attend and will feature a wide range of original artwork and prints - perfect for seasonal shoppers and art lovers alike.
The group describes itself as “a dynamic working group of emerging artists, exploring a diverse range of media including oil, acrylic, and watercolour painting, photography, and mixed media.” Several members have had their work commissioned, exhibited, and sold, bringing both passion and experience to this community event.
“It is our pleasure to introduce the Canvas Creatives artists to Winchester,” says founding member, Jenny Warner. “And The Nutshell is an ideal venue for our group.”
Running throughout the weekend, the exhibition will showcase landscapes, seascapes, local landmarks, Christmas-themed pieces and more abstract works, offering something for every taste and budget. We’ve poured our hearts into our work,” says one of the participating artists. “We’d love people to pop in, enjoy the art, and maybe find something special to take home.”
With originals, affordable prints and Christmas cards all available for sale, visitors can expect a welcoming, informal atmosphere and a refreshing cultural experience just a stone’s throw from the festive bustle of Christmas in Winchester.
General Manager of The Nutshell, Hannah Western-King says “The Nutshell is delighted to be hosting the emerging artists group, Canvas Creatives, for their exhibition from 21-23 November. We can’t wait to see their fantastic work on display in our beautiful exhibition space; it will be a wonderful weekend, and we look forward to welcoming you to the exhibition.”
The artists exhibiting at the exhibition are Jenny Warner, Anne Williams, Julia Conway, Anna Ward, Steven Ryall, Carol Wood, Jon Skipper and Jo Fowle.
Event Details:
• When: Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 November 2025. Private View by invitation only on Friday 21 November
• Where: The Nutshell, 15 Kings Walk, Winchester SO23 8AF
• Entry: Free
Contact details: canvascreatives2025@gmail.com
“I was concerned when my PSA levels rose over a period of two years'”
This Men’s Health Awareness month, a Spire Southampton Hospital patient shares his prostate cancer diagnosis story
Ash White, a 45-year-old Security Contractor had been having regular PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) checks for three years. In his early 40s, he was younger than the typical age men receive regular PSA Tests, normally from age 50. Aged 42, Ash went to his NHS GP with some health concerns, who carried out a PSA test. When this came back as slightly raised it continued to be monitored.
Being health conscious, Ash, a fitness instructor for 26 years, including 24 years in the Army, was concerned when his PSA levels rose over a period of two years.
“I was told by my GP it was just inflammation or BPH” BPH is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. Ash continues with his story “I had an MRI, which showed something on the left side of my prostate, but they were unsure of what it was and didn’t think it was anything significant.” Ash discussed a biopsy at this point but was advised to continue regular PSA tests.
A normal PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) varies depending on age and other individual factors. Generally, most men should have a PSA level below 3 ng/mL, but this can increase with age and other risk factors.
When a test came back measuring 5.5 ng/ml Ash was referred for a biopsy on the 16 May, and a diagnosis of prostate cancer followed on the 5 June 2025.
“I was working out in the Middle East and got a flight home immediately that night. It felt like I’d been given a death sentence, and I wanted to be close to my family. As with any cancer diagnosis you want to get moving quickly with any treatment. I was made aware that it would be approximately a two month wait for surgery via the NHS. So, opted to go private.”
“I found Mr Dudderidge with the help of family and immediately chose to see him due to his credentials and experience.”
An initial consultation was booked with Mr Dudderidge, Consultant Urologist at Spire Southampton Hospital. He explained the options to Ash which included Surgery or Radiotherapy. After some consideration Ash decided to go for surgery.
Ash was booked in for a Robot Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy (RALP) procedure on the 24 of June, just 19 days after his initial diagnosis.
During Robotic-assisted surgery miniature instruments are introduced into the body through small incisions and controlled by Surgeons to perform specific tasks. Benefits of Robotic-assisted surgery compared to traditional surgery may include significantly reduced pain after surgery, a shorter length of stay and faster recovery times. The state of the art Da Vinci Xi Robot which was introduced to Spire Southampton hospital in January 2024 offers patients improved surgical accuracy and outcomes from surgery.
Ash continues, ‘My surgery went well and the hospital and all the staff at Spire Southampton Hospital were perfect. I felt slightly rough after the operation; I’m still recovering but have healed quickly. The only major side effect I have had is dry ejaculation [orgasm]’
“When caught early, significant prostate cancer that has the risk of spreading in the future can be removed with keyhole surgery” explains Mr Dudderidge “or destroyed with focal energy sources to eliminate the risk of spreading. In Ash’s case nerve sparing, and complete urethral preservation surgery allowed Ash to make a perfect recovery. After 3 months he’s back at work protecting his clients, hopefully with the cancer worries now firmly in the past.”
Ash continues, ‘With an active job that takes me to hostile environments, I had no option to wait for surgery. Spire Healthcare provided me the access to an expert surgeon of my choice at a time that suited me.’
‘I would urge all men above 50 to have regular prostate checks. And any further investigations if something doesn’t feel right. I’m so happy that I did, and that I was able to get a treatment that I needed.’
Early detection can be facilitated by specialists at Spire Hospitals including Mr Dudderidge. A PSA test for men over 50 or those over 45 who are black or have a family history of the disease. An MRI scan and other novel blood tests are also available to help reduce the invasiveness of testing. In addition to robotic surgery, Spire Southampton offers access to the full range of prostate cancer treatment strategies including Active Surveillance, High Intensity Focussed Ultrasound, Cryotherapy, Nanoknife and radiotherapy options.
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Rare and newly arrived ladybirds rediscovered in the New Forest
This summer, three remarkable ladybird species have been spotted in the New Forest, highlighting the importance of habitat restoration and collaborative conservation across Hampshire.
Among the discoveries was the 13-spot ladybird (Hippodamia 13-punctata), a wetland species that has not been recorded in the New Forest for nearly 20 years. Its rediscovery is particularly significant as it is rare in the UK, and it was found in damp meadow habitats enhanced through the Trust’s work in partnership with the Species Survival Fund (SSF).
The Adonis’ ladybird (Hippodamia variegata) was also found. This species is nationally scarce, and typically associated with dry, sandy grasslands. It thrives in areas with abundant aphids - their preferred prey - which are supported by the wildflower meadows which the Trust is creating.
The third species, the Little Arboreal ladybird (Calvia decemguttata), is a recent colonist to the UK, likely arriving from France due to warming temperatures. While not historically rare, it is new to Britain and its presence in the New Forest highlights the area as an important habitat corridor for species expanding their range.
The Trust’s work plays a central role in these discoveries: meadows are being established by adding wildflower seed (which is appropriate to local soils and conditions) to previously botanically poor fields, providing vital pollen and nectar sources and improving habitat connectivity.
By the end of 2025, 22,400 wildflower plug plants will have been planted, providing additional pollen and nectar sources. This network of ‘stepping stone’ habitats helps declining insects, including ladybirds, to expand their range.
The Trust is also planting and enhancing hedgerows around these meadows, which further connect habitats so that wildlife can move safely between sites.
Tracé Cooper-Williams, Senior Nature Recovery Manager at Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust said: “Seeing these ladybirds return is incredibly moving. Ladybirds are key indicators of ecological change so their presence in the New Forest is directly linked to habitat quality.
“Every meadow we restore, every hedge we plant, every plug of wildflower we tuck into the soil, makes a real difference and is a chance to help wildlife flourish. To witness species like the 13-spot or the Adonis’ ladybird returning after years away, or a brand-new arrival like the Little Arboreal, really fills me with hope for the future.
“We also know that climate change is influencing the wildlife we see here. Warmer conditions are encouraging some species, like the Little Arboreal ladybird, to move northwards, and that makes it even more important to create connected, high-quality habitats where they can find food and shelter.”
At sites like Furzehill Farm, the Trust is currently preparing fields to support wildlife. Distinctive ‘wiggles’ in the grass have been mown and turf-stripped, ready for the planting of yellow rattle and 8,000 wildflower plug plants. This will create wildflower-rich areas which will provide food and shelter for insects, including ladybirds, while also connecting meadows across the local countryside.
By creating networks of connected habitats, the SSF helps species survive, adapt, and thrive in a changing climate. These ladybird discoveries underline the value of collaboration, careful monitoring, and habitat restoration in helping Hampshire’s wildlife flourish.
The Species Survival Fund (SSF) aims to restore and expand habitats from the inner core of the Forest to its outer edges and beyond. The project is a £1.3 million initiative led by the New Forest National Park Authority, and brings together five partner organisations - Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, Wild New Forest, Freshwater Habitats Trust, Amphibian and Reptile Conservation, and the New Forest Commoners’ Defence Association - working together to enhance 250 hectares across 25 sites.
To support this vital work and help wildlife across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, please consider becoming a member of the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Membership helps fund habitat restoration, species monitoring, and conservation projects like these, and you can find or join by visiting; www. hiwwt.org.uk/join-today
13 spot Ladybird | Credit - Russell Wynn, Wild New Forest
Little Arboreal Ladybirds | Credit Russell Wynn, Wild New Forest
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Those of us who have issues down there know the impact our vagina can have on our quality of life.
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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.
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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 quality of life. But we should ALL feel good about our vaginas.
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.
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CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY FOR LOCAL CHARITY
Family support charity Home-Start Winchester and Districts received its first Christmas gift of the season when renowned Winchester artist, teacher and mental health charity founder Daphne Vaughan called into its Carroll Centre family group to deliver a giant cheque for £5000. Daphne also brought along her beautiful illustration for this year’s Christmas card to show the children, which is the latest in a series of memorable artworks used by the charity for its cards, and this year’s is entitled Procession at Winchester Cathedral.
Charity campaigner Daphne founded the charity Know Thyself five years ago after the tragic loss of her son. “Tom’s death was an enormous shock to all who knew him,” says Daphne, “and in his memory we have worked across the UK to raise funds for our partner charities, as well as raising awareness of mental health issues,” she said.
Receiving the huge cheque, Home-Start Service Manager Liz Stannard said, “Daily we see the levels of stress, depression and loneliness felt by young parents struggling to keep on an even keel and our work is vital in the formative early years of a child’s life. Our charities share common aims and we are so grateful for Daphne’s fabulous donation. £5,000 means we are able to support five families with volunteer support for up to 12 months in the coming year,” she said.
Packs of 10 cards, retailing at £5, will be available from Wells Bookshop, Warrens Stationers, Cornflowers gift shop or contact Home-Start Winchester at the Carroll Centre in Stanmore on 01962 851177 or email info@home-startwinchester.org.uk to arrange collection.
GARDENING TIPS FOR NOVEMBER BY JILL WALMSLEY, EDUCATION TRUSTEE OF HAMPSHIRE GARDENS TRUST
As autumn fades and winter begins to take hold, November is a month of transition in the garden. We at the Hampshire Gardens Trust are here to foster an appreciation for heritage gardens but passion for the outdoors starts at home with our own gardens. As the days shorten, temperatures drop, and the first frosts arrive, there’s plenty to do to prepare your garden for the colder months and ensure a strong start in spring. Here are some key jobs to tackle this November.
1. Protect Plants from Frost
Tender plants such as dahlias, cannas and begonias should be lifted, dried, and stored somewhere frost-free, such as a shed or greenhouse. For those that remain outdoors, add a thick layer of mulch or horticultural fleece to protect roots from freezing. Pots and containers can also be wrapped in hessian to prevent them from cracking in the cold.
2. Clear Leaves and Debris
Fallen leaves can quickly smother lawns and borders, encouraging damp and disease. Rake them up regularly and add them to a compost heap or create leaf mould — a rich, crumbly material that’s excellent for improving soil structure.
3. Prepare the Soil
Once the beds are cleared, dig in plenty of compost or well-rotted manure. Winter weather will help break down heavy soil, leaving it light and crumbly by spring. This is also a good time to edge borders and tidy paths before frost makes the ground hard to work.
4. Plant for the Future
November is perfect for planting bare-root trees, roses, and hedging plants while the soil is still warm enough to encourage root growth. Spring bulbs such as tulips can also go in this month — the later planting helps reduce the risk of fungal disease.
5. Care for Wildlife
As natural food sources dwindle, give birds a helping hand by topping up feeders and providing fresh water. Leave some seed heads and leaf piles for insects and hedgehogs to shelter in over winter.
6. Check Tools and Greenhouses
Clean and oil garden tools, tidy sheds, and insulate greenhouses to retain warmth. If you grow winter salads or herbs under glass, ensure good ventilation to prevent mould.
Taking time to care for your garden in November not only protects it through the winter but also sets the stage for a vibrant, healthy start when spring returns. If you are interested in learning more, you can become a member of Hampshire Gardens Trust at hgt.org.uk to attend garden lecture days, open gardens and outdoor performances throughout the summer months.
