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.

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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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Duke of Gloucester Steams into Petersfield

Hampshire Healthy Families provides new parents with confidence building information.

The Health Visiting service works with partner Barnardo's to provide workshops in informal settings including the Heath (for a walk every Monday at 1:30pm) and the Library. 

Sophie Williams from Barnardo's tells us more about them and how they build confidence in new parents.

The workshops are free to attend.

Sarah James is a Health Visitor at the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and she explains the service, the high impact areas they underline and contacting them - also with a handy texting services to ask questions and seek advice from the Health Visiting Team.

Hampshire Healthy Families and workshop details at Portal : Hampshire Healthy Families 

Hampshire Healthy Families provides new parents with confidence building information.
The Health Visiting service works with partner Barnardo's to provide workshops in informal settings including the Heath (for a walk every Monday at 1:30pm) and the Library.&nbsp;
Sophie Williams from Barnardo's tells us more about them and how they build confidence in new parents.
The workshops are free to attend.
Sarah James is a Health Visitor at the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and she explains the service, the high impact areas they underline and contacting them - also with a handy texting services to ask questions and seek advice from the Health Visiting Team.
Hampshire Healthy Families and workshop details at <a href="https://www.hampshirehealthyfamilies.org.uk/">Portal : Hampshire Healthy Families</a>&nbsp;

Barnardo's and the NHS link up with workshops for new parents

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


Christmas is the time for presents and cheer, and Citizens Advice says it can be done within your budget
Petersfield’s oldest school has risen higher in national rankings
Bike marking is all set again after Christmas at the Men’s Shed
…and we have a roundup of local job opportunities

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 11 December, 2025

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

<ul>
<li>Christmas is the time for presents and cheer, and Citizens Advice says it can be done within your budget</li>
<li>Petersfield&rsquo;s oldest school has risen higher in national rankings</li>
<li>Bike marking is all set again after Christmas at the Men&rsquo;s Shed</li>
<li>&hellip;and we have a roundup of local job opportunities</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 11 December, 2025

Local news for  Thursday 11th December

The police are asking everyone to ensure they stay alert and vigilant to the lead up to Christmas. There has been a spate of thefts from outbuildings and this is the time of year where shoplifting is more prevalent.

Don’t leave anything to chance. Ensure that everything is securely locked and make sure that you keep all valuables on you when out shopping.

Also, if you have a new bike for Christmas there is an opportunity to go and register it after the Christmas break

The police are asking everyone to ensure they stay alert and vigilant to the lead up to Christmas. There has been a spate of thefts from outbuildings and this is the time of year where shoplifting is more prevalent.
Don&rsquo;t leave anything to chance. Ensure that everything is securely locked and make sure that you keep all valuables on you when out shopping.
Also, if you have a new bike for Christmas there is an opportunity to go and register it after the Christmas break

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