For international women's day we look back at the life of the pioneering 20th century conductor Kathleen Merritt.

Music: Bittersweet by Poddington Bear. Used under Creative Commons licence
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For international women's day we look back at the life of the pioneering 20th century conductor Kathleen Merritt.
Music: Bittersweet by Poddington Bear. Used under Creative Commons licence https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Podington_Bear/Piano_IV_Cinematic/Bittersweet_1577

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International Women's Day 60 second history - Kathleen Merritt

Pieter and Tammy saw a need for an environment where children and families can play and connect in the heart of Petersfield. Their vision grew after the former Little Leaf Play Café closed its doors and saw an opportunity for a brand new venue focused around early years and learning through play. t's a real family business, with Tammy's mum bringing her professional background in education and a passion for supporting children's development. They are excited to open on the 8th July and are hoping to become an established pillar of the Petersfield community. 

Pieter and Tammy saw a need for an environment where children and families can play and connect in the heart of Petersfield. Their vision grew after the former Little Leaf Play Caf&eacute; closed its doors and saw an opportunity for a brand new venue focused around early years and learning through play. t's a real family business, with Tammy's mum bringing her professional background in education and a passion for supporting children's development. They are excited to open on the 8th July and are hoping to become an established pillar of the Petersfield community.&nbsp;

Local parents set to open play café

Local resident and actress Joely Richardson opened Bramshott Open Gardens on Saturday 13th June.

Best known for Nip/Tuck, Downton Abbey The Finale, 101 Dalmatians and The Gentleman, Joely has been a visitor before, with her mother Dame Vanessa Redgrave. 

Every two years since it started in 1987, Bramshott residents open their beautiful gardens and offer refreshments and advice and you can also buy plants, drinks, afternoon tea and barbecue food int he churchyard. The weekend ticket covers both days and there are minibuses for the gardens further away. Mark Simpson caught up with Joely on Saturday. 

Local resident and actress Joely Richardson opened Bramshott Open Gardens on Saturday 13th June.
Best known for Nip/Tuck, Downton Abbey The Finale, 101 Dalmatians and The Gentleman, Joely has been a visitor before, with her mother Dame Vanessa Redgrave.&nbsp;
Every two years since it started in 1987, Bramshott residents open their beautiful gardens and offer refreshments and advice and you can also buy plants, drinks, afternoon tea and barbecue food int he churchyard. The weekend ticket covers both days and there are minibuses for the gardens further away. Mark Simpson caught up with Joely on Saturday.&nbsp;

Joely Richardson opens Bramshott Open Gardens

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Published at 5:00am on 12 June, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Police warn online sellers after fake cash is used in marketplace scams.</li>
<li>The hum of a happy alpaca herd.</li>
<li>Off the Record youth counselling now in Dragon Street.</li>
<li>We preview this weekend&rsquo;s sport.</li>
</ul>
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Published at 5:00am on 12 June, 2026

International Women's Day 60 second history - Kathleen Merritt

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