9+ min ago  (1028+ words) The hectic nature of the racing calendar always brings plenty for Oisin Murphy to be thinking about, whether that be staying ahead of his challengers in the race to be champion jockey or his budding association with Constitution Hill. But…...

4+ hour, 29+ min ago  (266+ words) Steam engines, vintage vehicles, and the sounds of yesteryear will set the scene for a nostalgic journey through time. The Watercress Line is hosting its Retro Wheels and Rails event on June 13 and 14, promising a celebration of 20th-century transport and…...

4+ hour, 4+ min ago  (517+ words) A bus route used by college students in Winchester is to be withdrawn at the end of the summer term, with operators citing falling demand and financial pressures. Service 68, which runs commercially without subsidy between Salisbury and Peter Symonds College,…...

4+ hour, 59+ min ago  (558+ words) Thousands flocked to Winchester for a weekend of food, fun and fiery competition as the popular Chilli and Cheese Festival returned to North Walls Recreation Ground. Held from Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 7, the annual event drew visitors from across…...

4+ hour, 59+ min ago  (415+ words) Christina Dolding at Newquay with friends from Crawley who joined the walk for two days. (Image: Brain Tumour Research) A woman has completed a 1, 200-mile walk across the UK in memory of a teenage boy. Christina Dolding, 60, of Winchester, walked…...

5+ hour, 7+ min ago  (601+ words) Greener spaces, historic arches and mixed housing drew praise from Winchester residents as updated plans for the Central Winchester Regeneration were unveiled as part of a series of public consultations. Developers igloo, which leads the Jigsaw partnership delivering the project,…...

5+ hour, 13+ min ago  (540+ words) A retrospective planning application to formalise a traveller site in a village has attracted more than 45 comments from residents. The proposal, submitted to Test Valley Borough Council, relates to land at The Oaks in Bracken Road, North Baddesley, where permission…...

21+ hour, 29+ min ago  (501+ words) Hundreds laced up for a spirited and scenic run through the countryside. On Sunday, June 7, at the Romsey Beer Race, 375 participants took part in the popular five-mile event, with 374 runners completing the route through Hampshire's picturesque countryside. Steven Melligan-Hart, race…...

14+ hour, 50+ min ago  (421+ words) A new study is calling for a rethink in how rugby leadership is developed and supported. The research, co-authored by University of Winchester academic Richard Cheetham MBE, explores the experiences of female rugby captains and highlights the importance of empathy,…...

14+ hour, 51+ min ago  (495+ words) A week of literary fun is coming to Winchester, with events planned for readers of all ages and interests. P&G Wells Bookshop, the oldest retail business in Winchester, will host a packed programme during Independent Bookshop Week 2026, including author…...