Lester Vacances is one of the people making up the packed - and tough - busking scene in Petersfield, with his easy listening trombone jazz.

Lester speaks to Mike Waddington about what he does and why and also some of the downsides to the work when you want to be a professional musician and Lester has been playing and performing for 30 years. He explains why he is encouraged by Miles Davis.

More at www.lestervacnaces.com 

Lesterlesvacances@gmail.com 

Lester Vacances is one of the people making up the packed - and tough - busking scene in Petersfield, with his easy listening trombone jazz.
Lester speaks to Mike Waddington about what he does and why and also some of the downsides to the work when you want to be a professional musician and Lester has been playing and performing for 30 years. He explains why he is encouraged by Miles Davis.
More at <a href="https://www.lestervacnaces.com">www.lestervacnaces.com</a>&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:Lesterlesvacances@gmail.com">Lesterlesvacances@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;

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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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The Sandy Close Group have brought Halloween back bigger than before at the Petersfield Bookshop, over three days -  29, 30 and 31 October - hoping to top last year's 1,000 jumping attendees.

Justin Ballard tells us the plan - but not all of it  - and also talks about his tool and kitchenania business (on Chapel Street) in the new layout of the Petersfield Bookshop. 

The Bookshop's Rob says on the changes made, “the more they change the more they stay the same.” 

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The Sandy Close Group have brought Halloween back bigger than before at the Petersfield Bookshop, over three days -&nbsp; 29, 30 and 31 October - hoping to top last year's 1,000 jumping attendees.
Justin Ballard tells us the plan - but not all of it&nbsp; - and also talks about his tool and kitchenania business (on Chapel Street) in the new layout of the Petersfield Bookshop.&nbsp;
The Bookshop's Rob says on the changes made, &ldquo;the more they change the more they stay the same.&rdquo;&nbsp;
More at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/799618833444846/user/61581130542492">Halloween at the Old Bookshop | Facebook</a>
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Halloween Spooktacular returns to Petersfield Bookshop! 

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Published at 5:00am on 14 October, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
&nbsp;Please donate to keep the community warm.
&nbsp;Ever wondered what it would be like to be a Saxon.
&nbsp;Food bank suggestions.
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.
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Published at 5:00am on 14 October, 2026

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Join Jo and enjoy a great selection of music from local artists from across the Petersphere and beyond, from Ward Thomas to Mark Handley, with Becky Thomas and lots more talent in-between.

Join Jo and enjoy a great selection of music from local artists from across the Petersphere and beyond, from Ward Thomas to Mark Handley, with Becky Thomas and lots more talent in-between.

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