How much dry weather is to come, and how many more frosty nights?

Richard Marks has all the right questions for Petersfield's weather and some of the answers in the latest local forecast.

How much dry weather is to come, and how many more frosty nights?
Richard Marks has all the right questions for Petersfield's weather and some of the answers in the latest local forecast.

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We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.

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Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

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.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.

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Richard has retired from this podcast but you can listen back to past editions.

If you know Petersfield's weather and would like to step into Richard's meteorological shoes then we would be thrilled to welcome you into our community radio project.

Email team@shineradio.uk

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Standing outside to get even closer to the elements, Petersfield meteorologist Richard Marks shares his latest forecast for our town's unique microclimate.

Richard consults his personal archive of local weather data to compare current conditions to those of the past. He also explains interesting weather conditions that can affect Petersfield and shares aspects of weather lore.

Email team@shineradio.uk with your weather observations and questions for Richard.

Produced by volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio.

Proudly sponsored by Hector's Menswear, Chapel Street, Petersfield

Richard has retired from this podcast but you can listen back to past editions.
If you know Petersfield's weather and would like to step into Richard's meteorological shoes then we would be thrilled to welcome you into our community radio project.
Email team@shineradio.uk
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Standing outside to get even closer to the elements, Petersfield meteorologist Richard Marks shares his latest forecast for our town's unique microclimate.
Richard consults his personal archive of local weather data to compare current conditions to those of the past. He also explains interesting weather conditions that can affect Petersfield and shares aspects of weather lore.
Email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> with your weather observations and questions for Richard.
Produced by volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Proudly sponsored by Hector's Menswear, Chapel Street, Petersfield

The latest conditions for Petersfield's unique South Downs microclimate

Petersfield Weather with Richard Marks

Could a hosepipe ban be on the way?

On Tuesday 9 December, the Duke steamed up to Petersfield to take passengers on a luxury Pullman experience to the Bath Christmas Market.

Mike Waddington spoke to some people travelling in it today, as well as those who just came to look.

It took up the entire platform, disappointing those who wanted to stand beside the engine but never denting their enthusiasm.

On Tuesday 9 December, the Duke steamed up to Petersfield to take passengers on a luxury Pullman experience to the Bath Christmas Market.
Mike Waddington spoke to some people travelling in it today, as well as those who just came to look.
It took up the entire platform, disappointing those who wanted to stand beside the engine but never denting their enthusiasm.

Duke of Gloucester Steams into Petersfield

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.


A cross-party agreement recognises the importance of local chalk streams and rivers
The Mayor chose his Christmas Card and the TPS winner chose the Heath
Petersfield Community Choir Raise the roof!
…and after the news we’ve got your Shine Radio What’s On Guide with the latest happenings around the Petersphere

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

You make it shine.

Published at 4:58am on 9 December, 2025

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.

<ul>
<li>A cross-party agreement recognises the importance of local chalk streams and rivers</li>
<li>The Mayor chose his Christmas Card and the TPS winner chose the Heath</li>
<li>Petersfield Community Choir Raise the roof!</li>
<li>&hellip;and after the news we&rsquo;ve got your Shine Radio What&rsquo;s On Guide with the latest happenings around the Petersphere</li>
</ul>
To share your news stories email <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 9 December, 2025

Local news for Tuesday 9th December

The Mayor of Petersfield, Cllr Chris Paige, chose the winning design for his official Christmas card after reviewing shortlisted works from students at TPS - The Petersfield School.

The overall winner was Clover, who told us about her card and why she chose the Heath.

Mike Waddington also spoke to Emilie, Noah and Todd about their work - Emilie's was chosen for TPS's own card (which Grace, another student, also contributed to.)

The Mayor of Petersfield, Cllr Chris Paige, chose the winning design for his official Christmas card after reviewing shortlisted works from students at TPS - The Petersfield School.
The overall winner was Clover, who told us about her card and why she chose the Heath.
Mike Waddington also spoke to Emilie, Noah and Todd about their work - Emilie's was chosen for TPS's own card (which Grace, another student, also contributed to.)

Could a hosepipe ban be on the way?

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