Winchester Now: Recent Episodes
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On this week’s Winchester Now: we talk to James Freeman, Chair of heritage charity The Friends of King Alfred Buses, about a major milestone in the restoration of their Leyland “Olympic” bus, following the devastating fire in 2023, and their plans for their Running Day as part of next month’s Heritage Open Days Festival. Plus we have our usual news-in-brief, and also some sport-themed community shout-outs.
This week on Winchester Now: we have details of this weekend’s closure of the roundabout at Junction 9 of the M3 at Winnall, and talk to a Director of a local retail business about the impact the works are having on trade; and we hear from Winchester Hospice about this year’s ‘Purple Night Walk’ fundraising event. Plus we have our usual news-in-brief too.
On this week’s Winchester Now: we talk to the Director of the Winchester Samaritans about the charity’s 50th anniversary, how the service is evolving to include online chat-messaging as well as traditional phone calls, and why a volunteer being available to listen to someone in distress, at any time of day or night, remains as important as ever; and we have been out on the High Street asking people how they are coping in this prolonged hot spell. Plus we have our usual news-in-brief too.
On Winchester Now this week: It’s one-hundred years since St Peter’s Catholic Church on Jewry Street opened its doors for worship and prayer - we are at Centenary events there this week and hear more from clergy about how the local church community are marking this momentous milestone; there was lots of fun in the saddle, on the road, and on the water, at Winchester Round Table’s “Pedal, Paddle, Pace” charity triathlon which took place last Sunday; and we talk to a football fanatic who’s been watching all the matches in the FIFA World Cup Finals tournament! Plus we have our usual round-up of news-in-brief too.
On this week’s Winchester Now: we visit the High Street to ask people their thoughts about the hose-pipe ban, and for their water-saving tips; and we talk to Liz King, Chair of the Hampshire History Trust about the upcoming 11th Winchester Heritage Open Days Festival. Plus our usual round-up of local news-in-brief.
On this week’s Winchester Now: we visit the Badger Farm Chat-Tea Café as they hand-over the first of the woollen blankets for homeless people supported by the Winchester Beacon, and we ask people in Winchester about the Bank of England’s proposed new designs for bank notes - the consultation on which closes tonight at midnight. Plus we have our usual roundup of local news-in-brief.
On this week’s Winchester Now: Feeling hot, hot, hot! - too hot in fact. We look at how Winchester has dealt with the extreme heat this week and how it has affected local services; and we discover more about a Hampshire charity making boating activities more accessible and fun for people with long-term health conditions or disabilities. Plus we have our usual round-up of local news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On this week’s Winchester Now: This week is Refugee Week and, with Winchester being an official ‘City of Sanctuary’ for refugees and people seeking asylum, we hear from one woman who fled Ukraine and is appreciative of the Winchester community, and we share some ways you can get involved and support refugees and asylum seekers. Next week sees the start of the third ‘A Taste of Winchester’ Festival in the city – which from Monday 22nd June to Sunday 5th July will be shining the spotlight on local hospitality businesses, growers, and producers, so we find out what’s on the menu for the event and how you can get involved.Plus we have our usual round-up of local news-in-brief and, with World Cup fever gripping the nation, this week our local community shout-outs all have a sporty theme.
On this week’s Winchester Now: we went along to the unveiling of detailed plans for Phase One of the Central Winchester Regeneration Project, and spoke to the developer, Jigsaw by Partnership and Places, and asked people’s reactions; and we learn more about a Wildfire, Christian youth charity marking its 10th year of supporting young people locally. Plus, we have further volunteering opportunities, and our regular news-In-brief and community shout-outs too.
On today’s programme: we head for the finish at the Rotary Clarendon Marathon and hear from those involved in the fun!; for ‘World Homeless Day, we catch up with the Winchester Beacon about how you can help them through volunteering; and we join the 25th birthday celebrations with the local branch of the older people’s charity, MHA Communities. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On today’s programme: we speak to an inspirational Hampshire woman who set herself a tough physical challenge after receiving a life-saving transplant; with the Winchester Poetry Festival getting underway this coming week, we hear how the power of words can joyfully unite and bring people together; and we discover how the Wessex Rotary Shoebox Appeal is helping disadvantaged and displaced children to have a magical Christmas. Plus our regular news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we share an urgent appeal from the charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People who are seeking volunteers from the Winchester area to become volunteer puppy trainers; during this Alzheimer’s Month, we speak to actress Susan Hampshire about her personal experience caring for a loved one with dementia, plus we share helpful resources for anyone affected by dementia; and we join the fun and fundraising of the Winchester Purple Night Walk for Winchester Hospice. Plus there’s our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we look at being green and doing our bit for the environment, as Winchester Green Week gets underway; we hear more about the traditional Michaelmas Fair taking place at the Hospital of St. Cross next Saturday; and we join in the celebrations as family charity Home-Start Winchester and Districts marks 20 years of providing friendship and support to families with young children. Plus our usual News-in-Brief and Community ShoutOuts too.
On Winchester Now this week, we’re covering health, history and heritage - from the modern to the medieval: we speak to Alex Whitfield, Chief Executive at Hampshire Hospitals, ahead of the Trust’s AGM next week; we take a timely visit to St. John the Baptist Church in Winchester to hear about the restoration of their Elizabethan clock; and we head backstage for an update on the Chesil Theatre’s expansion plans. Plus there’s our usual round-up of News-in-Brief and Community Shout-outs to share with you too.
On Winchester Now this week: it’s Festival time again in Winchester! The Heritage Open Days Festival gets underway next week – we give you a flavour of some of the hundreds of local venues and groups registered to take part providing you with free visits, tours, walks and talks; September is World Alzheimer’s Month and Winchester Radio got along to ROMDAG’s annual DemFest community event helping those affected by dementia. Plus our usual round-up of news-in-brief, local sport and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: the campaign hots up to try to save bus routes in and around Winchester – we talk to one campaigner; a poignant event is held to mark Ukrainian Independence Day; and are you struggling with technology? There’s help at hand – we tell you more. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we greet Brother John Green as he returns to the Hospital of St Cross after his tour of the UK by bus; we hear about the first Winchester Garden Festival; and there’s unexpected good news for fans of Winchester’s peregrines. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about the wonderful group that’s raised £80,000 for Naomi House by repairing and re-selling bikes; we find out about the Winchester Walking Weekend; and we meet the visitors who get a long-awaited view of Jane Austen’s house. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Radio this week: we meet a group of walkers who have raised thousands of pounds to support mental health in the hospitality industry; we celebrate volunteers’ week and chat to a volunteer from the local Boaz Project; and say “happy birthday” to the Friends of King Alfred Buses. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: a Winchester charity, which is marking its 20th birthday this year, says its help is needed now more than ever; we hear how Winchester Radio listeners can help protect one of our summer birds; and we catch up with the Brother on a Bus on his tour of the UK. Plus our regular news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: as part of this year’s ‘Dementia Action Week’ coverage, we hear about a special discussion event on ‘Dementia and Faith’ being held at one of our local churches this weekend; Mary discovers more about a walking project to support young families; she also meets up with the City Chaplaincy team to hear about their new Listening Service; and we share some upcoming half-term activities. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: the Basics Banks opens a 5th hub, we hear why it’s desperately needed; we discover what’s in store next week with Dementia Action Week; and we visit the new community café with a difference. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we chat to staff and residents of a local care home as Winchester marks 80 years since VE Day; we join the Walk for Maternal Mental Health through the city; and we hear about the People’s Piano and how you can have a play. Plus our regular news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk to the Chief Executive of Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust who is stepping down; we join cyclists on the mass bike ride; wave off Brother John at St Cross Hospital as he sets off on a tour of the UK; celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Friends of King Alfred Buses; and join the opening of a Winchester School garden. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we have a tribute to Pope Francis, as a vigil is held in Winchester; we find out why hundreds of cyclists will converge on the Winchester city centre tomorrow; and we meet the 85 year-old touring the UK as the ‘Brother on a bus’. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about the community project hoping to spread a bit of cheer this Christmas by making sure every child gets a present; we join all the thrills of bonfire night; and the Christmas lights switch-on. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk to a local support group celebrating its 3rd birthday and hoping to raise awareness; the young volunteers helping others struggling with their mental health; and the cyclists pedalling for Remembrance. Plus our news-in-brief and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear the city’s reaction to the budget; we find out about a new helpline for patients at our local hospital; and we talk to members of Winchester’s Royal British Legion as we prepare to mark Remembrance Day. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we join milestone celebrations for Weeke community centre and our local football club; there’s a reminder about getting Covid jabs this Autumn, and help’s on hand if you want to get fit. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about a new initiative which has been set up to improve the mental health of Winchester workers; we join a Winchester man as he takes on 24 hours of pilates; and we hear from the singing group that takes its audiences back in time. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we celebrate the 10th anniversary of a local organisation and talk to some of the people whose lives it’s changed; hear about a new City Council programme to improve the digital skills of local residents, and we meet 75 year-old Bob, one of the oldest undergraduates at the University of Winchester, and hear how he’s enjoying student life. Plus our usual news round-up and shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about tomorrow’s Winchester Poetry Day; find out about a new local organisation working to raise awareness of invisible and hidden disabilities; and learn from one of our local gardening clubs about the joy of gardening, however much space you have. Plus our regular news-in brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear from some of the team about to trek across the Sahara in aid of Winchester Hospice; find out what is planned for tomorrow’s King’s Walk Festival; visit the Hospital of St. Cross ahead of its annual Michaelmas Fair, also taking place tomorrow, and hear from some of Winchester Radio’s volunteers as we celebrate 40 years’ of community service. Plus our regular news-in brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we meet the woman taking on a pilgrimage to help Winchester Hospital which helped her recover from a stroke; we hear about plans for Winchester Green Week; and meet the talented Wessex Sculptors. Plus our usual news round-up and shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk about the facial recognition police van which was trialled in the city centre this week and find out whether people think it’s an invasion of privacy or a useful tool to tackle crime; we have more ideas for this weekend as the Heritage Open Days continues, and we join the fun at the Littleton and Harestock show. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear from a 21-year-old woman who is scaling Kilimanjaro in memory of her friend who died aged just 17; we join participants at this year’s Paralympic Personal Bests at the Winchester Sports and Leisure Centre; and we find out about some of the events in this year’s Heritage Open Days. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: there’s fresh hope for a vintage bus devastated in a fire; we hear what you think of the proposed outdoor smoking ban; and we visit what could be the oldest bookshop in the country, ahead of the Heritage Open Days. Plus our news round-up and shout outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about a charity fundraiser this weekend to raise money for a 24 year-old man with a brain tumour and the charity that’s helping him; and we talk to an art group who are putting their skills on show for the Hampshire Open Studios this weekend. Plus our usual round-up of some of the news stories in and around our city this week, and our community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we join students at Peter Symonds on A Level day; we talk to a mum and daughter taking part in this year’s Hampshire Open Studios; and we head to the community dig on the site of the former Friarsgate Medical Centre. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: organisations gather in Winchester to call for world peace as part of a world-wide event called Mayors for Peace; we meet a man visiting every cathedral in the country for charity; and we join Sunday morning Park Yoga and find out why it’s so popular. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we speak to a business affected by flooding in the city centre; a local man is welcomed home after sailing around the world; a service is held as a new war memorial is unveiled in St Maurice’s Covert; and the Purple Night Walk returns to the city to raise money for our hospice. Plus our usual news round-up and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about help on offer for families struggling with the cost of living over the Summer holidays; we talk to a local councillor about plans for future development in our city; and we join the training session of Winchester City Flyers ladies’ football club and chat about their hopes for the coming season. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk to the founder of the local Memory Choir and the therapeutic benefits of music; we hear from the Alresford Pigs Association about the origins of the charity and their fundraising activities; and the Chair of HIVCA tells us how it is helping to ensure that the voluntary sector is listened to by the NHS in Hampshire. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk to football fans as the city gears up for the final of Euro 2024; we celebrate the 20th birthday of Winnall Rock School which has helped hundreds of young people over that time; and report on some of the fun from the Hat Fair. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we speak to the new MP for Winchester moments after his General Election victory; we talk to staff celebrating the birthday of the NHS; hear why Hat Fair is special for one long-standing performer; and join the choral group celebrating its 40th birthday. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we give candidates in the General Election one minute to tell us why they should be Winchester’s next MP, and we hear what voters think after local hustings; it’s the 50th birthday for Hat Fair which takes place next weekend, we hear more; and we join a military parade through the city this week. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we join school pupils as they mark the end of their primary school life in a special way at Winchester Cathedral; there’s help at hand for those frustrated by technology; and we find out about Quaker Jam – the musical variety. plus our news round-up and shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear from the local GP who’s taken on an epic challenge to raise money for charity; a local care home makes an appeal for volunteer befrienders; and we find out about the plans for this year’s Winchester Food Festival. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about the voluntary group that needs your help to transport people to hospital; we meet actor and TV star Hugh Dennis who takes up a new role at Winchester University; and join Singing for the Brain as a new group is set up in Winchester to help people with dementia and their carers. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we mark D-Day 80 years by talking to a local veteran about his wartime experiences and why it’s so important to remember; we hear about the first Winchester Walking Weekend; and find out if our reporter got any sleep when she joined the Trinity Big Sleep Out. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear Winchester’s thoughts on a General Election as canvassing begins in the city; we talk to the curator of a new exhibition which tells the stories of our Ukrainian community; and we visit Alresford’s Watercress Festival. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week we have a round up of some of the week’s news including major plans for the M3 junction 9, Dementia Action Week, and a new development at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital. We visit the group Vintage Fun, and a fundraiser aiming to get Winchester’s waterwheel up and running again. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about a special week taking place in Winchester to raise awareness of dementia and the help available; we take a tour of Winchester’s community allotment; and join rehearsals of a new choir as it prepares to take to the stage. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: news from our local council elections; we hear about new plans for Trinity Winchester to cope with an increasing demand for its services; and find out about two events in our city this weekend – the Friends of King Alfred Buses running day, and the Winchester Chamber Music Festival. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about a scheme that’s changing the lives of prisoners’ families; we talk to the headmistress of a local school celebrating its 140th anniversary; and there’s an appeal for volunteers to sleep out to help the homeless of our city. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we join the Winchester Repair Café as it celebrates its first anniversary and hear about what it has achieved in that time; we talk Peregrine falcons with bird expert Keith Betton; and find out Winchester’s thoughts on a proposed smoking ban for future generations. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about how the stories of a cat and a swan are helping raise thousands of pounds for local charities; there’s information about a new scheme to support those working and visiting our court; and discover why you’re never too old to play netball. Plus our news round-up and community shout-outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: a new menopause café in Winchester could become a regular event because of the demand for support; we mark 50 years of the Hat Fair; and join the Knit and Natter group at the Arc. Plus our regular news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: the school prom can be a costly business for parents, but now Unit 12s community pantry has started a scheme to ensure all prom Princees and Princesses can go to the ball; and we meet the volunteers helping to clean up our city. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we hear about the growing problem of hygiene poverty and what’s being done in Winchester to help; we find out about the new Winchester Women’s Shed; and we meet the city’s powerlifting champion who’s preparing for her next competition at 70 years old. Plus our usual news round-up and community shout outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: find out how to have your say on the future of Winchester city centre; we meet the riders and striders enjoying our city; and we return to the Jane Austen era with Hampshire Regency Dancers who are showing off their talents at the Heritage Open Days this weekend. Plus our news round up and shout outs too.
On Winchester Now this week: we look ahead to the Heritage Open Days, including an art display organised by a woman in tribute to her son; we hear about the launch of the Fabric of Winchester, which is a quilt project designed to capture the stories of our city; and we meet the young pianist wowing shoppers in the city centre. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we visit men’s support group Mangang, and speak to two men who say it saved their lives; Kingsgate village in Winchester holds a special festival to showcase the area; and we discover the medieval history hidden under the gardens and flower beds of homes in Hyde during the latest community dig. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: an appeal for information for a man who went missing after attending the Boomtown Festival; we discover more about the work of a volunteer-led search and rescue charity; we focus on art at the Yard Studios in our latest visit at the Hampshire Open Studios; and what do tourists really think about Winchester? Plus our news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: there’s World Cup excitement in the city and we talk to young footballers about the women’s success; another sporting legend, Adam Peaty, visits the city to inspire talented swimmers; the latest in our look at the Hampshire Open Studios; and why civil war soldiers took Sunday shoppers by surprise. Plus the usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk to the Winchester man who’s swapping his job as a criminal barrister to take on one of the world’s toughest endurance challenges; we hear about Winchester’s community allotment on National Allotment week; and chat to the founders of a local art group which now has members across the world and is preparing to showcase their skills in the Hampshire open studios event this month. Plus the usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week we delve into Winchester’s past as archaeological work begins ahead of the Central Winchester Regeneration, we hear about free packed lunches available to local families to help with the cost of living over the Summer holidays, and talk to a 14 year old Scout who heads off to South Korea for the World Scout Jamboree. Plus we have our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: we talk to a 92-year-old veteran of the Korean War, 70 years after it ended; we hear about an initiative from the Chamber of Commerce to bring businesses and charities together, and we visit a relaxed, dementia-friendly film-screening; plus our usual round-up of other news and our community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: an appeal is being made for food donations as the school summer holidays begin; we join a celebration by the charity Read Easy which helps adults who never learnt to read; we hear about the Big Butterfly count and the sport that’s trying to change its image; plus a round-up of other news and our community shout-outs.
In Winchester Now this week: we attend a heated meeting to discuss the future of Bushfield camp; we talk to Steve Brine about his decision to step down as MP at the next General Election as his party meet to find a new candidate; hundreds of people pedal, paddle and pace for charity; and we meet the young musicians preparing to rock it out at the Theatre Royal.
On Winchester Now this week we talk to the Chief Executive of Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust as the National Health service marks 75 years. We hear about a new food festival coming to the city this weekend. We bring you some of the colour from the Hat Fair and pirates are coming to the city, as the Chesil Theatre puts on Treasure Island in the grounds of Winchester College. Plus a round-up of other news stories in the city this week and our community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: a local voluntary group says there are around 8,000 people in the Winchester district who can’t read - Read Easy provides free one to one tuition and is urging anyone who needs help to get in touch: we meet Katie, an inspiring young woman who had eye cancer and is raising money to help the charity that supported her through her illness; and we find out what’s in store as Hat Fair returns to the city; plus the usual round-up of local news and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: We join a ceremony in Winchester to honour the armed forces; a flag was raised outside the Great Hall as a symbol of respect. The future of the derelict Bushfield camp has been debated by city councillors and more details are revealed about the plans for the site. And we talk to some of the performers who will be taking part in the “Sing for Sanctuary” event at the Cathedral this weekend.
On Winchester Now this week – the controversy over the introduction of night time parking charges continues in Winchester; what’s happening for refugee week and why it’s so important to mark it; an update on the first Winchester Wellbeing Fayre; and why fundraisers were feeling the heat at an event in the city.
On Winchester Now this week, we look ahead to a Wellbeing Fayre being held in the Cathedral grounds this weekend and why organisers say it’s so important; we hear about a concert at the Theatre Royal featuring performers from Ukraine; and why Croquet is trying to change its image.
On Winchester Now this week: We hear from traders in Parchment Street who fear they’re missing out on trade because they’re off the beaten track; they organised a mini festival to show raise awareness of what they have on offer. There’s an appeal for competitors for Pedal Paddle Pace – a triathlon that raises money for local charities. And we visit a unique exhibition at the Arc.
On Winchester Now this week, we have some of the news stories across our city. We hear about plans for one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Proposals have been drawn up to rejuvenate St Giles Hill Park. We talk to a leading ornithologist about the Winchester Cathedral peregrines and the new chick. And we capture some of the music and dancing at Mayfest.
On Winchester Now this week we take a visit to the new repair café as a campaign this month urges us to fix it – don’t bin it. We talk to the photographer whose moving exhibition explores our feelings of love and loss. We have our community shout outs and a round up of some of the local stories in the news this week.
On this week’s Winchester Now, we reflect on an exciting bank holiday weekend as Winchester celebrated our new King. We talked to visitors to Winchester Cathedral as they watch the Coronation on big screens, we joined some street parties and went along to “Hat Fair in the Square” to find out what was happening and plans for the main Hat Fair next month. We have our news round up, shout outs, and we step back to the 70s. Frank Spencer, star of the sitcom Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em, returns to the stage in Kings Worthy complete with his famous mac and beret, and the usual mishaps.
On Winchester Now this week, we look forward to the Coronation of King Charles III. We report on some of the many events taking place in our city to mark the historic event; we hear memories of the last Coronation in 1953, and get opinion on the appeal to encourage people to swear an oath of allegiance to our new King. We also have a round-up of local news, our community shout outs, and we take a visit to the 120 year-old Twyford Waterworks.
On Winchester Now, this week: we catch up with some of the team from Winchester Parkrun which celebrated its 10th anniversary at the weekend; and we speak to volunteers at the Chat-Tea Café initiative - set up to support the older generation feel less lonely or isolated, with the opportunity to chat over a cuppa and cake. Held at the Badger Farm Community Centre, this month’s gathering was a ‘Coronation-Café’ themed event with a feast of cakes fit for a King! Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week we join Singing for the Brain, a group that’s making a big difference to people with dementia; the Street Pastor organisation marks 20 years since its formation - we talk to the coordinator of the Winchester team; and we hear about a new festival coming to the city this weekend.
On Winchester Now this week we have our round-up of some of the stories making the news locally this week, including the strike by Junior doctors and an update on our local football club. Plus we take a visit to the Alresford Men’s Shed as they prepare to move home, and we hear about a unique trek across the South Downs.
In this week’s Winchester Now we bring you some of the news from across the city this week. We also look ahead to a special event in the Cathedral grounds this Good Friday and we celebrate with the Hampshire County Youth band as it marks its 60th birthday. And there’s our usual community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week we have a round-up of some of the stories making the news in Winchester, including extra police patrols following a rise in anti-social behaviour, a new surgical unit opens at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital to speed up admissions and three eggs laid by our peregrine falcons at Winchester Cathedral. And we have a special report on a charity helping to combat loneliness and speak to a rising star of the music world.
On Winchester Now this week: The Winchester charity helping everyone to feel confident travelling by train, Winchester’s regeneration move a step closer, how you could help save a life and we meet the nasty neighbours as its curtain’s up on the Chesil Theatre’s latest show, plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: We talk to the leader of Winchester City Council for an update on the regeneration plans for the city as work begins on the new St Clements surgery. We hear how virtual wards are helping patients and staff here in Winchester and we join the Winchester Cathedral girls’ choir in rehearsal and talk to some of the choristers about what it means to them. Plus the regular news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week: We go along to a consultation about the future of the River Park leisure centre and hear about hopes for the empty site. We talk to a Winchester woman who has just returned from Kenya to visit the charity she set up more than a decade ago. And the walking boots go on as we join a new health walk set up in Weeke and hear more about the benefits of a good walk. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On this week’s Winchester Now, we hear about the staffing crisis affecting many of our local businesses and talk to some of the firms hoping to recruit staff at a recent jobs fair. We join the vigil to remember those killed in the war in Ukraine and talk to a lady who fled the country with her son and now living in the city. And we enjoy a cuppa at a community café that has raised thousands for charity since it was set up in 2015. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On this week’s Winchester Now. We meet the man who’s run 60 marathons in his 60th year to raise money for Naomi House and Jacksplace and gather with supporters as they welcome him through the finish line. We find out about the Hampshire dogwatch scheme which encourages dog owners to look out for signs of crime. We join in the excitement of the pancake races outside Winchester Cathedral and find out what you’re giving up for Lent. Plus our usual news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
On Winchester Now this week, we speak to the hospital consultant who is heading out to Ukraine to help victims of war, we find out about a volunteer fair in Winchester in a few weeks’ time and a charity that is changing lives by giving people the opportunity to dance. We have our regular news slot and shout outs and we find out if Winchester is a romantic place to live.
On Winchester Now this week. There are fears more and more people will fall into debt because of the rising cost of living – we speak to the Winchester organisation that says we’re here to help. There’s an appeal for shoes and trainers for refugees and asylum seekers who attend a welcome in Winchester and we visit the Lido to hear about a project that uses sport to improve mental health. That plus our regular news in brief and community shout outs.
In this week’s episode we join a community as they deliver a sack full of thank you cards to their local post office owners who retire after 24 years. We follow a strike protest by teachers through Winchester. We find out how you can discover more about life in Hampshire more than 100 years ago, and celebrate good news for the Winchester Talking Newspaper. That plus our regular news in brief and community shout outs.
In this week’s episode we hear from the Winchester charity that is asking for help to cope with a growing demand for its service with the cost-of-living crisis. We hear from shoppers about the closure of a popular Winchester store after 30 years. We find out how we can help the birds in our garden and we go star spotting at Winchester Cathedral as Netflix film crews come to town. That plus our regular news in brief and community shout outs.
In this week’s episode we hear from Wessex Dance Academy about how they use dance to build confidence and self-esteem, we talk to the Keeper of Collections at Winchester College about a free exhibition of previously unseen watercolours, , and we go along to the sports stadium for walking football, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
In this week’s episode we hear from Winchester Basics Bank about their fears of the impact of the cost-of-living crisis getting worse, we ask people in Winchester what they make of the furore surrounding Price Harry's book "Spare", we hear from Stagecoach about the Government's £2 bus ticket price cap, and we join Winchester Fit Club for a work-out in a Kings Worthy car-park, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
In this week’s episode we hear from Winchester Rotary about their work in Uganda, we talk to Julie Jones, director of the Hampshire Hospitals staff panto, we ask Wintonians about their New Year's resolutions, and we join a vintage King Alfred bus on a trip from the Broadway to Oliver's Battery, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
In this week's episode we have an appeal from NHS Blood & Transplant, we talk to Helen Dove from Hampshire CAMHS about their "This is Me" campaign and exhibition, James Freeman previews the Friends of King Alfred Buses running day on 1st January, and we have a selection of New year messages, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
In this this week's episode, the Andover Mind's Judy Beaunier reminds carers that care is on hand for those caring for others, we ask if the cost-of-living crisis is affecting people's Christmas, we talk to Lucy Parr, "The Friendly Baker", and catch up with the audience and cast of the Theatre Royal's panto, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
In this this week's episode, the Salvation Army's Josh Herbert urges people in Winchester "don't be lonely this Christmas", we hear from Lucy Dines about Barnie's Kitchen at St Barnabas Church in Weeke, we talk to Deryck Newland about the Theatre Royal's panto, and catch up with Santa on his sleigh as he travels round the city collecting for local charities, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
This this week's episode, we hear an appeal for those eligible to get their COVID and flu jabs before the vaccination programme winds down, views on the Christmas Market, about a light-hearted retelling of the Christmas story, and about Round Table's Santa Sleigh, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.
Our first episode of Winchester Now. A warm welcome at city churches, views on the Bushfield Camp development, St John’s Memory Wellbeing centre, a preview of local pantos, plus news-in-brief and community shout-outs.