A striking look and bashing sticks, Mafficking Border Morris came to Petersfield for our town's Festival of Trees.

On wet slopy ground, the dancers and musicians completed a careful routine of five dances, egged on by a supportive crowd of local tree enthusiasts.

Shine Radio's Stephen Martin asked them what makes them tick and what inspires their dress sense.

A striking look and bashing sticks, Mafficking Border Morris came to Petersfield for our town's Festival of Trees.
On wet slopy ground, the dancers and musicians completed a careful routine of five dances, egged on by a supportive crowd of local tree enthusiasts.
Shine Radio's Stephen Martin asked them what makes them tick and what inspires their dress sense.

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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.

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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.
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.
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Dancing with bells on - Mafficking Border Morris in Petersfield

Petersfield welcomes cars full of unwanted materials on five occasions across the Spring and Summer this year.

The so-called "Carrr" boot sales are designed to encourage recycling and reduce waste.

Jade Taylor and Kathryn Ellis are from Petersfield Town Council and want you to get involved.

Shine Radio's Stephen Martin is listening to them.

Petersfield welcomes cars full of unwanted materials on five occasions across the Spring and Summer this year.
The so-called "Carrr" boot sales are designed to encourage recycling and reduce waste.
Jade Taylor and Kathryn Ellis are from Petersfield Town Council and want you to get involved.
Shine Radio's Stephen Martin is listening to them.

Turn trash into treasure this summer in Petersfield

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Community Centre now accessible and warmer
Time to make a splash for this year’s Swimathon
Hampshire County Council ask for views about dementia care
And after the news details of what’s on around the Petersphere

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

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Published at 4:58am on 17 March, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
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<li>Community Centre now accessible and warmer</li>
<li>Time to make a splash for this year&rsquo;s Swimathon</li>
<li>Hampshire County Council ask for views about dementia care</li>
<li>And after the news details of what&rsquo;s on around the Petersphere</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 17 March, 2026

Local news for  Tuesday 17th March

How are rehearsals shaping up for Marital Mayhem - and what can audiences expect from this witty collection of short plays about love, relationships and everything in between?

Shine Radio’s Joff Lacey has been along to meet members of the Lion & Unicorn Players cast as they put the finishing touches to the production. Joff is also appearing in the show, so he gets a unique insider’s perspective on the challenges, laughs and last-minute surprises that come with bringing a multi-play evening to life.

Featuring sharp writing from celebrated playwrights including Alan Ayckbourn and Faye Weldon, Marital Mayhem promises an entertaining night of comedy and drama. The production is touring local venues this week, with performances in Sheet, Stroud and Petersfield.

How are rehearsals shaping up for Marital Mayhem - and what can audiences expect from this witty collection of short plays about love, relationships and everything in between?
Shine Radio&rsquo;s Joff Lacey has been along to meet members of the Lion &amp; Unicorn Players cast as they put the finishing touches to the production. Joff is also appearing in the show, so he gets a unique insider&rsquo;s perspective on the challenges, laughs and last-minute surprises that come with bringing a multi-play evening to life.
Featuring sharp writing from celebrated playwrights including Alan Ayckbourn and Faye Weldon, Marital Mayhem promises an entertaining night of comedy and drama. The production is touring local venues this week, with performances in Sheet, Stroud and Petersfield.

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