Petersfield's Shine Radio
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 https://shineradio.uk, email [email protected] or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 327
- Years Active
- 2025
Sadness and reflection after the the fire on Lavant Street
Local people have been reacting to the shock of the Lavant Street fire. Shine Radio microphones were out in town at the weekend to get a sense of local feeling. Let's hear a selection of views from p…
In the Sportlight 6th July
Kevin and Mrs Q head over to Penns Place this week to hear the big announcements from the rugby club including kit deals with a major brand, the resurrection of the women's team and the beautiful sto…
Local MP says “Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the dreadful fire”
Damian Hinds joined Town Mayor, Cllr Chris Paige the day after the fire to reflect on the damage left to the buildings.
He spoke with the emergency services and many of the onlookers that were still …
After the fire, words of comfort from Petersfield's vicar
The Reverend Canon Will Hughes is the vicar of Petersfield.
He shared his reflections on the damaging fire on Lavant Street, the role of the church at times of shock and sorrow and how he sees life i…
The Local Showcase with Mandy P - 3rd July 2025
Mandy P plays original music from local artists.
To share your original music and news with me, email [email protected] or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine.
See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
Emily and Debbie cannot trade at their hairdressers business
Petersfield hairdressers Emily and Debbie are unable to gain access to their hairdressers business on Chapel Street after the fire on Lavant Street.
They are concerned that delays in getting a struct…
Linda Kirkbride who has started a fire fundraiser
The community of Petersfield is donating to a fundraising initiative to support victims of the Lavant Street fire.
Linda Kirkbride has organised the collection via an online crowdfunder site.
She say…
Mayor of Petersfield says he's proud of the town's response to the Lavant Street Fire
Councillor Chris page tells Mike Waddington he's very impressed with the response to the fire in Lavant Street.
He commends the Emergency Services and Utility companies that attended speedily. And he…
Local news for 4 July, 2025
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Swift Action week sees nesting boxes fly off the shelf
- A professional organiser from Petersfield has been nominated for a…
Eyewitnesses speak about the Lavant Street fire
Shine Radio microphones heard from eyewitnesses to the fire, including local residents and One Tree Books owner Tim O'Kelly who says his store is likely to be closed for an extended period.
See omnyst…
The professional organiser from Petersfield who's up for a national prize
Jo Jacob has been helping people get organised for twenty years.
Now she’s recognised for the social media content that helps to promote her service.
Jo is fighting for the title of content creator o…
Local news for 3 July, 2025
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Meet Martin Smith, new Petersfield councillor for Ramshill
- The Stroud Revels family festival is 21 years old
- Thousands walk …
Local news for 2 July, 2025
Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
- Water situation in HAmpshire and Surrey is serious as South East WAter issue Amber Alert
- Always get your Travel Insurance s…
Lazy Town: Steve Sheppard’s fourth novel out now
Local author Steve Sheppard has anew book out, Lazy Town, following his three novel Dawson and Lucy series (and he's working on a fourth).
Unlike that series, Steve’s latest is self-published which …
Are you eligible for an exercise GP Referral
The referral is made from a GP or other healthcare professional for individuals with health conditions or for those at risk of developing them. The aim is to increase physical activity and improve ov…
Planning is well on the way for to raise awareness for Prostate Cancer this year.
The popular March for Men with Kev walk is set for the 14th September 2025. Into its third year, it is hoped that more people will walk to help raise awareness.
The walk is in honour of Kevan Birkett…
What is Canicross? Team GB athletes explain this human/canine sport
What is canicross? Team GB athletes, Sarah Gillam and Jen Davies, explain the challenges and joys of this ultimate team sport for two athletes running together - one canine, one human.
Canicross UK d…
Open Air Cinema returns to the Petersphere
If you want to re-live, or even experience for the first time, a dance with a loved one, a action packed visit to the Grand Prix or a memorable holiday romance on a beautiful Greek island, all outdoo…
George, volunteer at Shine Radio, off to study Broadcasting
18 year old George volunteers at Shine radio, building on what he learned at the TPS radio club, it helped him win a place at the University of East Anglia to study broadcasting.
He spoke to Mike Wad…
Home Start Butser AGM to celebrate testimony from families and volunteers
Children's support organisation, Home Start Butser, has its Annual General meeting on Wednesday 16 July, 10:30am at Churcher's College, where they will celebrate having helped 261 families in the las…