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UK's largest inflatable obstacle course is coming to Winchester
Action Arena, the UK's largest inflatable obstacle course is coming to Winchester on the weekend of July 27-28. Two separate circuits will be set up at North Walls recreation ground to cater for children of all different ages and heights.
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Dignity in Dying Wessex group raise awareness in city centre
MEMBERS of the Wessex Dignity in Dying group took to the streets of Winchester to raise awareness. The group is campaigning for changes to the UK’s assisted dying laws. Members from the Wessex branch had a market stall on Winchester High Street
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Hat Fair in Winchester celebrates 50 years with vibrant outdoor arts festival
The UK's longest-running festival of outdoor arts, Hat Fair, will be celebrating its 50th year from July 5-7. A summer theatre, music, and dance extravaganza set in Winchester city centre, the festival is akin to an adventure playground for all
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Final list of candidates at General Election in Winchester and Romsey
NINE candidates will contest the General Election in Winchester and six in Romsey and Southampton North on Thursday July 4. At the close of nominations on June 7, 15 candidates had been nominated In Winchester the candidates in alphabetical
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'Time to vote tactically in the general elections in Winchester and Eastleigh'
At last we have a chance to vote for change! On July 4 we can vote to save A&E in Winchester and keep a full maternity service. We can vote to cut NHS waiting lists and fund more GPs. We can vote to tackle the costs of living, clean up
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'We are looking forward to new developments'
Winchester City Festival Choir is looking forward to getting into the spirit of ‘West Side Story’ and other show tunes for our ‘Summer Sing’ on Wednesday evenings from June 12. There will be a performance and bring and share supper on Wednesday
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'Hands are overrated' says limbless artist who has donated paintings to charity
An artist who paints using only his mouth and feet is donating his artworks to charity. Tom Yendell, a Winchester man born without arms or legs, has given 24 paintings to Heartbeat, a cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation charity. Speaking
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Major £800,000 scheme underway to refurbish main stage at Hampshire theatre
AN £800,000 scheme is underway for major works on a Romsey theatre, the biggest in the venue's history. The Plaza Theatre's main stage closed in May with the work expected to be finished by September. The majority of the work will see the
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More than a dozen road closures for motorists to avoid over the next fortnight
Winchester's motorists will have 14 road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week. Two of them are expected to cause moderate delays, with drivers facing holdups of between 10 minutes and half an hour. The latest
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Police appeal as swan believed to have been shot with air rifle in business park
A swan is believed to have been shot with an air rifle at a business park. Police are appealing for witnesses after the bird was shot in Solent Business Park, Whiteley. The swan was found at around 10am on Thursday, June 6 near The Bridge Deck
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Fire crews rescue person trapped in car in M3 crash
FIRE crews rescued a person who was trapped inside a car after a crash on the M3. The crash happened at around 9am this morning, Saturday, June 8, on the M3 Southbound between Junctions 8 and 9. Crews from Basingstoke and Odiham stabilised
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Southern Water meets villagers over chronic flooding
More than 100 Southern Water customers gathered at Colden Common Community Centre to find out more about work to solve recurring flooding issues in villages south of Winchester. Residents of Kiln Lane and other areas of Brambridge and Colden Common
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Person suffers 'serious injuries' in M3 crash
A PERSON has been seriously injured in a crash on the M3. The crash happened at around 9.09am this morning, Saturday, June 8, and involved one car. One person has suffered serious injuries. READ MORE: LIVE: M3 Closed due to 'Serious' crash
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Winchester's two prime ministers
By comparison with Eton, Winchester College has fared rather poorly in the race for the top job, whilst the current election being fought by Rishi Sunak may echo the fate of Henry Addington, its other PM, writes Barry Shurlock IT is not perhaps
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Fresh call for new foster carers throughout Hampshire
People in Hampshire are being encouraged to become foster carers. Hampshire County Council's fostering service is launching a campaign on June 10, aiming to raise the number of children in care placed into hospitable homes. The campaign highlights
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‘Extraordinary’ Lost City trekkers raise more than £80,000 for Stars Appeal
The group who trekked to Colombia’s lost city are celebrating, after raising more than £80,000 for the the Stars Appeal. The group of 33 people, aged from 23 to 80, walked between six and 12 hours each day, over five days, to reach the 1,500-year-old
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'It is a shame': Winchester dismayed at Halfords closure news
RESIDENTS of Winchester have voiced their concerns over the upcoming closure of another major retailer. As previously reported, Halfords, which specialises in car and bike items and care, in Winnall, will cease trading on Friday, July 5. Staff
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A message from the Dean of Winchester
OVER four consecutive days this June, more than 2,000 Year 6 children (11-year-olds) will be spending a full day at the Cathedral. Each day, about 600 children will take part in a range of workshops building up to a special service in the afternoon
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Top five cafes in Winchester according to TripAdvisor reviews
Winchester is lucky to have many wonderful places to eat or drink, so here we take a look at the top five cafes as rated by customer reviews on TripAdvisor. 1. Cabinet Rooms in Jewry Street. Described as ‘friendly’ and ‘relaxing’ by the locals
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Volunteers honoured by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has acknowledged the value of volunteering for community safety. In her second term, the former 16-year magistrate highlighted Special Sergeant Lewis James, who logged 1,000 hours last year with Southampton's
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'It's incredibly distressing' - Resident's anger over tree pruning in nesting season
“THE birds were going bananas.” Those are the words of a Romsey woman who is furious with a school for pruning trees during the nesting season. Victoria Burbidge, of Greatbridge Road, said this is the second year in a row The Romsey School has
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Beautician is named as best bridal make-up artist in national awards
A Romsey beautician is brimming with pride after being named the best in the country at the prestigious UK Hair and Make-up Awards. Chloe Hill, 26, is based in her sister’s award-winning salon, Lauren Hill Hairdressing, in Abbotswood, Romsey.