Summer is over and the half term holidays are here before you know it. Are you wondering what might keep your youngsters entertained. 

Dave West at the Taro Leisure Centre is here with just a few ideas that may help get you through the half term break

Summer is over and the half term holidays are here before you know it. Are you wondering what might keep your youngsters entertained.&nbsp;
Dave West at the Taro Leisure Centre is here with just a few ideas that may help get you through the half term break

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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.

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.

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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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Plenty of fun for the half term break 

Petersfield's Town Mayor, Councillor Chris Paige, talks to Shine Radio about the highlights of his work over the last month.

As always Chris has been very busy and he talks to Mike Waddington about supporting local voluntary organisations, the five capital projects completed, the new deputy Town Clerk, and his Awards to be announced at the Town Meeting on 2 March.

He also talks about preparing for LGR - local Government reorganisation - and what it may mean as Hampshire County Council's functions are redstributed. A Government announcement is imminent.

He tells us of his Quiz to raise funds for his chosen charities - the Scouts and Winton House - and a new plan for May the Fourth be with you .....

Petersfield's Town Mayor, Councillor Chris Paige, talks to Shine Radio about the highlights of his work over the last month.
As always Chris has been very busy and he talks to Mike Waddington about supporting local voluntary organisations, the five capital projects completed, the new deputy Town Clerk, and his Awards to be announced at the Town Meeting on 2 March.
He also talks about preparing for LGR - local Government reorganisation - and what it may mean as Hampshire County Council's functions are redstributed. A Government announcement is imminent.
He tells us of his Quiz to raise funds for his chosen charities - the Scouts and Winton House - and a new plan for May the Fourth be with you .....

The Mayor Reports

Join Ann & Coxy at the Adhurst Estate allotments for an allotment catchup and some gardening top tips for February. 

Coxy visits Hinton Ampner for an interview with the head gardener Chris Skinner, and Ann discusses the upcoming seed swap with Claire Vennis at Winton House in Petersfield on the 14th March.

Join Ann &amp; Coxy at the Adhurst Estate allotments for an allotment catchup and some gardening top tips for February.&nbsp;
Coxy visits Hinton Ampner for an interview with the head gardener Chris Skinner, and Ann discusses the upcoming seed swap with Claire Vennis at Winton House in Petersfield on the 14th March.

Growing Together with Ann and Coxy - January 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Fly-tipper inadvertently reveals identity
Healthwatch Report: care improves with feedback
Starting a business is tough but is recommended by Stroud entrepreneur
…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 26 February, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Fly-tipper inadvertently reveals identity</li>
<li>Healthwatch Report: care improves with feedback</li>
<li>Starting a business is tough but is recommended by Stroud entrepreneur</li>
<li>&hellip;and we have a roundup of 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 26 February, 2026

Plenty of fun for the half term break

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