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Local charity helps kids play by donating toys to local nursery groups
A HAMPSHIRE charity is supporting local kids with new play equipment. The Friends of Romsey Abbey recently supported the purchase of more than £2,500 of high-quality equipment like soft play, beanbags, rugs, and sensory toys. This equipment
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Best photographs taken by the Hampshire Camera Clubs this week
These are some of the best photographs taken by the Hampshire Camera Clubs this week. From marvellous sunsets to awe-inspiring animals, we've selected six photos from across the camera clubs to feature in this gallery. This month's theme is
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Am-dram, chalk streams in the Alresford area
THE annual classic car rally returns to a pub near Cheriton in September. The Hinton Arms in Petersfield Road, Hinton Ampner, will be staging the annual event that attracts old cars, bikes, tractors and commercial vehicles. The event starts
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Second man confirmed 'seriously' injured after military vehicle crash
A SECOND man is confirmed to have suffered "serious" injuries following a multi-vehicle crash on a major road in Hampshire. As previously reported, the crash, which is confirmed to have been involved two military vehicles, happened at around 11am
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Hat Fair organisers thank city on 50th anniversary
Thank you to Rebecca Hiscock for her letter in the Hampshire Chronicle (July 11) pointing up the significant role she and Helen Kent played in revitalising Hat Fair in 1987 and paving the way for future festivals. With Hat Fair celebrating its 50th
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Hampshire field to be used as a four-tent campsite after plans permitted
A FIELD at a Hampshire farm will be used as an off-grid campsite after plans were permitted. Dagan James can use the land at Manor Farm in North End, Broughton, for four tents, a toilet/shower, covered dining area and car park. The application
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Festival showcasing local produce returning to Stockbridge
A FAMILY festival which showcases the best food producers in Stockbridge and wider Hampshire is returning next week. Trout 'n' About will take place on Stockbridge High Street between 10am and 4pm on Sunday, August 4. In previous years, the
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Ice cream company teams up with major high street clothing retailer for cute range
A FAMILY-RUN ice cream company that started in a barn in Easton has joined up with a major high street clothes retailer to release a cute range of clothes based on the company's branding. Jude's, which now operates from a warehouse in Twyford,
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Two military vehicles involved in 'serious' crash on major road
A SERIOUS multi-vehicle crash on a major road near Winchester involved two military vehicles, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed. As previously reported, the crash happened at around 11am today, Saturday, July 27, on the A34 near Wash
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Man in 20s taken to hospital with 'serious' injury after crash on major road
A MAN has been taken to hospital with "serious injuries" after a multi-car crash on a major road near Winchester. The crash, which according to the fire service, was between "two vehicles," happened at around 11am today, Saturday, July 27, on the
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More than 100 Romsey and Southampton North voters turned away due to lack of ID
MORE than 100 Romsey voters were initially turned away for not having suitable voter ID, Test Valley Borough Council has revealed. In a meeting on Wednesday, July 24, the Democracy and Governance portfolio holder, Cllr Nick Lodge, stated that 99
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Tourist information points to be implemented in Romsey and Stockbridge
TEST Valley Borough Council (TVBC) has provided an update on its plans to implement a tourism strategy, for Romsey and Stockbridge, revealing that "tourist information points" will be implemented in due course. Towards the end of last year, the
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Shoplifter who was caught with cocaine and stolen clothes worth hundreds jailed
A SHOPLIFTER who was caught in possession of cocaine, stolen meat and clothes worth hundreds of pounds has been jailed. Ashik Ali, 48, has been jailed for ten months, after admitting to stealing clothes worth hundreds of pounds from stores in Winchester
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Major step forward in plans to renovate historic building
MAJOR plans to renovate an important historic building in Romsey have taken a big step forward. The regeneration and refurbishment of the Romsey Railway station master’s house has had extensive public consultation over the last 18 months, but
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Four bed Hampshire village home on the market for £950,000
A FOUR bedroom Hampshire village home is on sale for just under £1m. The house at 81 Harestock Road, Littleton, is being marketed by Winkworth Winchester for £950,000. The detached family home has many appealing attributes, particularly the
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Winchester director takes 'In the Lady Garden' to Edinburgh Fringe
Winchester-based Deborah Edgington is bringing her directorial talents to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival at the age of 64. A decade after her professional debut, this marks her first appearance at the renowned event. Notably, she's part of The
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Alresford and Romsey campsites named among 'most outstanding' in UK for 2024
Campsites in Alresford and Romsey have been featured among the top 150 outstanding sites in the UK for 2024. The annual list from Campsites.co.uk named Two Hoots Glamping in Alresford and Gambledown Farm in Romsey in its 2024 iteration. Discussing
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Council warns residents over disposing old batteries after bin fires
TEST Valley Borough Council is urging residents to dispose of old batteries safely and not to put them in their household bins, due to the risk of them catching fire. This follows multiple bin lorry fires, including two in one day earlier this
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Marwell Zoo's "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" trail ready for school holidays
As schools break up for summer, children are invited to experience the famous Very Hungry Caterpillar trail at Marwell Zoo. The celebrated children's story comes alive in the historic 140-acre park, home to more than 140 species of rare and endangered
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University of Winchester shortlisted for prestigious social mobility award
The University of Winchester has made the shortlist for University of the Year in the eighth annual UK Social Mobility Awards. The awards, set up in 2017, applaud organisations that foster social change within their communities. Winchester
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More historical photos from the Hampshire Chronicle archive
MORE fantastic photographs from the archives of the Hampshire Chronicle. One of the unchanging constants of city life are military parades. Back in the post-war years Peninsula Barracks the base for infantry regiments such as the Light Infantry