Phill Humphries talks to Kristin from Butser ancient farm about exploring  festive traditions from a time before commercial holidays!  They are running a magical quest to find the Holly King via Saxons, Romans, and beyond.

Phill Humphries talks to Kristin from Butser ancient farm about exploring  festive traditions from a time before commercial holidays!  They are running a magical quest to find the Holly King via Saxons, Romans, and beyond.

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
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Butser Ancient Farm Mystical Midwinter Quest

A passionate group of Viking re-enactors is bringing history to life across the Petersphere, showcasing traditional crafts, rune writing and immersive storytelling at local events.

Bjarnarfolk also gathers twice a month at Petersfield Community Centre to hone their battle skills. While their battle dress may make them look like a fearsome band of warriors, Jo Gray recently received a particularly warm welcome.

Stanley Edward and his fellow re-enactors share their passion for history, their enthusiasm for the hobby, and the wider benefits it offers to those who take part.

The group is open to all. Anyone interested in joining can get in touch via the Bjarnarfolk Facebook page, where details of upcoming appearances and events are regularly shared.

 

 

A passionate group of Viking re-enactors is bringing history to life across the Petersphere, showcasing traditional crafts, rune writing and immersive storytelling at local events.
Bjarnarfolk also gathers twice a month at Petersfield Community Centre to hone their battle skills. While their battle dress may make them look like a fearsome band of warriors, Jo Gray recently received a particularly warm welcome.
Stanley Edward and his fellow re-enactors share their passion for history, their enthusiasm for the hobby, and the wider benefits it offers to those who take part.
The group is open to all. Anyone interested in joining can get in touch via the Bjarnarfolk Facebook page, where details of upcoming appearances and events are regularly shared.
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A taste of Viking life here in Petersfield

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Langrish House Secrets Revealed
NHS Cyber-safe culture commended
Local railway passengers for Portsmouth face six days of disruption
And let’s see what’s needed at the foodbank this week

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Published at 4:58am on 18 March, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Langrish House Secrets Revealed</li>
<li>NHS Cyber-safe culture commended</li>
<li>Local railway passengers for Portsmouth face six days of disruption</li>
<li>And let&rsquo;s see what&rsquo;s needed at the foodbank this week</li>
</ul>
To share your news stories email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.
Published at 4:58am on 18 March, 2026

Local news for  Wednesday 18th March

There’s a real buzz inside Petersfield Festival Hall as preparations get underway for this year’s Petersfield Music Festival - and the Shine Radio P pod team went along to soak up the atmosphere.

This year is particularly special, as the festival celebrates its 125th anniversary, marking more than a century of bringing live music to audiences in the town.

On location during the busy set-up, presenters Julie Butler and Laura Sheppard hear the sounds of piano tuning and rehearsals as they chat to some of the people behind the event. They meet Festival Chair Pam Buckley, explore the festival’s long history with Philip Young, speak to members of the St Cat’s Ensemble, and catch up with BBC presenter and piano soloist Keelan Carew ahead of his performance.

From backstage preparations to reflections on the festival’s remarkable legacy, this Ppod offers a lively snapshot of one of Petersfield’s most cherished cultural traditions.

There&rsquo;s a real buzz inside Petersfield Festival Hall as preparations get underway for this year&rsquo;s Petersfield Music Festival - and the Shine Radio P pod team went along to soak up the atmosphere.
This year is particularly special, as the festival celebrates its 125th anniversary, marking more than a century of bringing live music to audiences in the town.
On location during the busy set-up, presenters Julie Butler and Laura Sheppard hear the sounds of piano tuning and rehearsals as they chat to some of the people behind the event. They meet Festival Chair Pam Buckley, explore the festival&rsquo;s long history with Philip Young, speak to members of the St Cat&rsquo;s Ensemble, and catch up with BBC presenter and piano soloist Keelan Carew ahead of his performance.
From backstage preparations to reflections on the festival&rsquo;s remarkable legacy, this Ppod offers a lively snapshot of one of Petersfield&rsquo;s most cherished cultural traditions.

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