The Folly Market has been trading in the centre of Petersfield since the late 1970s. Today's it's proving to be an effective incubator of new local businesses.

Jake Benstead from the Folly Wine Bar manages the units in which many start-ups entrepreneurs are finding success.

He explains how, right now, three units are becoming available at the same time as businesses outgrow them and move up and on.

Abi Isaiah from Lollipop Lane Vintage Sweets is one such business. Abi describes why her business has been so successful in the Folly Market and why it's time for her to take the plunge and go for growth.

They are speaking to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin.

The Folly Market has been trading in the centre of Petersfield since the late 1970s. Today's it's proving to be an effective incubator of new local businesses.
Jake Benstead from the Folly Wine Bar manages the units in which many start-ups entrepreneurs are finding success.
He explains how, right now, three units are becoming available at the same time as businesses outgrow them and move up and on.
Abi Isaiah from Lollipop Lane Vintage Sweets is one such business. Abi describes why her business has been so successful in the Folly Market and why it's time for her to take the plunge and go for growth.
They are speaking to Shine Radio's Stephen Martin.

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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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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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The historic Petersfield building where small business grows

Council tax increase of £5 a year will go towards investing in crucial local infrastructure with £750,000 to enhance our local car parks.

It was agreed at the last Full Council meeting to continue with community grants to support local organisations, community facilities and climate-related projects.

Shine Radio spoke to Finance Portfolio Holder, Charles Louisson and Cllr John Hutchinson, from the Opposition Parties

Council tax increase of &pound;5 a year will go towards investing in crucial local infrastructure with &pound;750,000 to enhance our local car parks.
It was agreed at the last Full Council meeting to continue with community grants to support local organisations, community facilities and climate-related projects.
Shine Radio spoke to Finance Portfolio Holder, Charles Louisson and Cllr John Hutchinson, from the Opposition Parties

EHDC’s share of the Council Tax remains lower than most comparable councils in the region.

Audrey Morton from Dementia Friendly Petersfield says this is an important opinion survey and people should not hold back from recording their view about what it is like for them if they have dementia or are caring for someone with the disease. 

She’s filling it in herself; it’s anonymous so say what you need to.

Many groups, including Dementia Friendly Petersfield, are putting it on Facebook and at meetings so all views can be collected - in writing as well as online.

Audrey says, "the front tine" - people with dementia or carers - needs to be heard but also needs to be spoken.

Hampshire County Council say:  

We want to know what matters to you – people living with dementia, families, carers and anyone with experience to share.

The survey should take around 10 minutes to complete and closes at 11.59pm on Sunday 12 April 2026.

You can use the online survey

Here's a printable version i

 Easy Read.

Email a written response to Hampshire County Council using email : insight@hants.gov.uk.

If you require a paper copy of the survey, a copy in another language or format (such as audio, large print, or Braille), or if you have any queries about the survey, please email insight@hants.gov.uk, or call 0300 555 1386.

Audrey Morton from Dementia Friendly Petersfield says this is an important opinion survey and people should not hold back from recording their view about what it is like for them if they have dementia or are caring for someone with the disease.&nbsp;
She&rsquo;s filling it in herself; it&rsquo;s anonymous so say what you need to.
Many groups, including Dementia Friendly Petersfield, are putting it on Facebook and at meetings so all views can be collected - in writing as well as online.
Audrey says, "the front tine" - people with dementia or carers - needs to be heard but also needs to be spoken.
Hampshire County Council say: &nbsp;
We want to know what matters to you &ndash; people living with dementia, families, carers and anyone with experience to share.
The survey should take around 10 minutes to complete and closes at 11.59pm on Sunday&nbsp;12 April 2026.
You can use the&nbsp;<a href="https://hampshirecc.welcomesyourfeedback.net/dementia-strategy">online survey</a>
Here's a <a href="https://documents.hants.gov.uk/consultation/2026-DementiaStrategySurvey-PaperForm.pdf">printable version</a> i
&nbsp;<a href="https://documents.hants.gov.uk/consultation/2026-DementiaStrategySurvey-EasyRead.pdf">Easy Read</a>.
Email a written response to Hampshire County Council using email :&nbsp;<a href="mailto:insight@hants.gov.uk">insight@hants.gov.uk</a>.
If you require a paper copy of the survey, a copy in another language or format (such as audio, large print, or Braille), or if you have any queries about the survey, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:insight@hants.gov.uk">insight@hants.gov.uk</a>, or call 0300 555 1386.

Hampshire County Council ask for views about dementia care 

Almost 150 people attended the funeral in St Mary Magadalen in Sheet, to loud big band music on Wednesday 11 March.

Survived by his wife and daughter, mother and brother, Martin was a Petersfield Town Councillor but was most known for the 61 charity markets organised over the years to raise funds for cancer servces and research, with his brother Jeremey, who delivered an affectionate tribute at the event.

 

Almost 150 people attended the funeral in St Mary Magadalen in Sheet, to loud big band music on Wednesday 11 March.
Survived by his wife and daughter, mother and brother, Martin was a Petersfield Town Councillor but was most known for the 61 charity markets organised over the years to raise funds for cancer servces and research, with his brother Jeremey, who delivered an affectionate tribute at the event.
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