30 years ago, on 11 May 1996, the Petersfield Cobbler Steve White started the family business.

He also married Moira that year so it’s their Pearl Wedding Anniversary too.

They say their Chapel Street family business - two of their five children work there though all have had a dip, as Moira puts it - is worthwhile but it can be demanding especiaily when first starting.

They talk to Mike Waddington about the challenges, the paper work, the unexpected events like Covid but also how much they enjoy it.

Steve after 45 years in the trade is not yet ready to hang up his hammer!

 

30 years ago, on 11 May 1996, the Petersfield Cobbler Steve White started the family business.
He also married Moira that year so it&rsquo;s their Pearl Wedding Anniversary too.
They say their Chapel Street family business - two of their five children work there though all have had a dip, as Moira puts it - is worthwhile but it can be demanding especiaily when first starting.
They talk to Mike Waddington about the challenges, the paper work, the unexpected events like Covid but also how much they enjoy it.
Steve after 45 years in the trade is not yet ready to hang up his hammer!
&nbsp;

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 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.

Voices and stories from Petersfield in Hampshire, UK

Petersfield's Shine Radio

Double anniversary for the Cobbling Family

Hundreds of people attended the annual Grill Lecture at Churcher's College on Wednesday 6 May to hear Isabella Tree, best selling author of Rewilding. which also won a number of literary prizes and made into a film.

She spoke about how they revolutionised their 3,500 acre estate at Knepp in West Sussex by bringing back nature.

Talking to Mike Waddington at the event, Isabella speaks with enthusiasm about unleashing nature's ways and means and the message of hope and joy that brings.

Rewilding is a spectrum that anyone from farms to gardens can participate in and alleviate environmental problems. It also, maintains Isabella, breaks down the anxiety around dealing with  problems of this scale.

About the Churcher’s College Academic Lecture Series: designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding, each year, they welcome a wide range of visiting speakers - artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, philosophers, campaigners, - who challenge students to think critically, explore new ideas and engage with the wider world.

A highlight of the series is the annual Grill Lecture, established by former Head of Religion and Philosophy Judy Grill and named in her honour. This lecture focuses on topics with a philosophical perspective.

You can find out more about Knepp here: Isabella Tree - Knepp 

 

Hundreds of people attended the annual Grill Lecture at Churcher's College on Wednesday 6 May to hear Isabella Tree, best selling author of&nbsp;Rewilding. which also won a number of literary prizes and made into a film.
She spoke about how they revolutionised their 3,500 acre estate at Knepp in West Sussex by bringing back nature.
Talking to Mike Waddington at the event, Isabella speaks with enthusiasm about unleashing nature's ways and means and the message of hope and joy that brings.
Rewilding is a spectrum that anyone from farms to gardens can participate in and alleviate environmental problems. It also, maintains Isabella, breaks down the anxiety around dealing with&nbsp; problems of this scale.
About the Churcher&rsquo;s College Academic Lecture Series: designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding, each year, they welcome a wide range of visiting speakers - artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, philosophers, campaigners, - who challenge students to think critically, explore new ideas and engage with the wider world.
A highlight of the series is the annual Grill Lecture, established by former Head of Religion and Philosophy Judy Grill and named in her honour. This lecture focuses on topics with a philosophical perspective.
You can find out more about Knepp here: <a href="https://knepp.co.uk/team-member/isabella-tree/">Isabella Tree - Knepp</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Churcher's College Grill Lecture: going  wild for rewilding

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Polls are open from 7am until 10pm today across our area.
Calling all Walking Football teams.
Petersfield Society hail Council tree decision.
Local job opportunities.

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 7 May, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Polls are open from 7am until 10pm today across our area.</li>
<li>Calling all Walking Football teams.</li>
<li>Petersfield Society hail Council tree decision.</li>
<li>Local job opportunities.</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 7 May, 2026

Local news for Thursday 7th May

Thomas Figgins, Lib Dem candidate for the Petersfield Hangers ward, talks to Shine Radio's Marcus Fairweather ahead of the local elections. 

Thomas Figgins, Lib Dem candidate for the Petersfield Hangers ward, talks to Shine Radio's Marcus Fairweather ahead of the local elections.&nbsp;

Double anniversary for the Cobbling Family

In 1 playlist(s)

Petersfield's Shine Radio

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips