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The show offers an intimate mix of storytelling, music and candid conversation
West End star's show bringing mix of storytelling, music and conversation
There will also be a live Q&A segment, giving the audience a chance to ask their own questions.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:47 PM
The show offers an intimate mix of storytelling, music and candid conversation
This move comes with no reduction of school days across the year
Three Basingstoke schools to extend October half-term to two weeks
Two secondary schools and one primary school in Basingstoke will be expanding their October half-term to two weeks.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:46 PM
This move comes with no reduction of school days across the year
Fans from Basingstoke can travel together, together
Coach company to run direct services from Basingstoke for Harry Styles concerts
National Express launches direct coaches from Basingstoke to Harry Styles’ record-breaking 12-night Wembley Stadium tour in June–July 2026. Book…
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February 2, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Fans from Basingstoke can travel together, together
The road closure caused traffic to build up this morning
Two people seriously injured after car crash which shut A339 near Herriard
The A339, near Herriard, was closed from around 9.30am on Wednesday, January 28 until around 12.30pm.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:40 PM
The road closure caused traffic to build up this morning
Current plans do not adequately protect the area's wildlife, including common toads, barn owls and skylarks, a charity has said
Call to create nature reserve near new developments of more than 650 homes
Natural Basingstoke urges a protected wildlife corridor near Cufaude Lane, Basingstoke, amid major housing by Croudace Homes and Taylor Wimpey.…
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January 23, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Current plans do not adequately protect the area's wildlife, including common toads, barn owls and skylarks, a charity has said
Calling all fans of The Traitors 👇
The Traitors contestant and bestselling author to appear at Basingstoke event
Bestselling author and The Traitors contestant Harriet Tyce hosts a Witch Trial book event at Waterstones Basingstoke, 26 Feb. Tickets from £4.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Calling all fans of The Traitors 👇
A Basingstoke kitten who went missing during a family holiday in Europe has made it home🤩
While stopping for a quick break in Belgium, he slipped out of his lead and disappeared into woodland. After four hours of searching, the heartbroken family had no choice but to leave.
While stopping for a quick break in Belgium, he slipped out of his lead and disappeared into woodland. After four hours of searching, the heartbroken family had no choice but to leave.
January 23, 2026 at 12:55 PM
A Basingstoke kitten who went missing during a family holiday in Europe has made it home🤩
While stopping for a quick break in Belgium, he slipped out of his lead and disappeared into woodland. After four hours of searching, the heartbroken family had no choice but to leave.
While stopping for a quick break in Belgium, he slipped out of his lead and disappeared into woodland. After four hours of searching, the heartbroken family had no choice but to leave.
It could be two decades before Basingstoke's new hospital is built
'Truly shocking' Basingstoke new hospital could be delayed for two decades until 2046
A new hospital in Basingstoke could be delayed until 2045, according to the National Audit Office.
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January 22, 2026 at 12:41 PM
It could be two decades before Basingstoke's new hospital is built
Basingstoke has officially launched an ambitious bid to become the UK’s first Town of Culture — a title that could unlock £3 million to deliver a year‑long programme of arts, events and community celebration.
Do you think Basingstoke can win the first ‘Town of Culture’ title? Why/why not?
Do you think Basingstoke can win the first ‘Town of Culture’ title? Why/why not?
January 22, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Basingstoke has officially launched an ambitious bid to become the UK’s first Town of Culture — a title that could unlock £3 million to deliver a year‑long programme of arts, events and community celebration.
Do you think Basingstoke can win the first ‘Town of Culture’ title? Why/why not?
Do you think Basingstoke can win the first ‘Town of Culture’ title? Why/why not?
Hampshire County Council has launched a consultation on plans to reduce the speed limit from 50mph to 40mph along a major stretch of the A30 Winchester Road.
The proposal an area that now includes the new Hounsome Fields Primary School.
Full story 👉 www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2576497...
The proposal an area that now includes the new Hounsome Fields Primary School.
Full story 👉 www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2576497...
January 16, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Hampshire County Council has launched a consultation on plans to reduce the speed limit from 50mph to 40mph along a major stretch of the A30 Winchester Road.
The proposal an area that now includes the new Hounsome Fields Primary School.
Full story 👉 www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2576497...
The proposal an area that now includes the new Hounsome Fields Primary School.
Full story 👉 www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2576497...
The charging hub, with 44 chargers, 870 solar panels, and on-site battery storage, is the UK's largest ultra-rapid charging facility
Basingstoke company wins national awards for EV charging hub
InstaVolt’s Winchester Superhub, the UK’s largest ultra-rapid charging facility, was named Charging Destination of the Year at the 2025 EVIES…
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October 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
The charging hub, with 44 chargers, 870 solar panels, and on-site battery storage, is the UK's largest ultra-rapid charging facility
Planning officers labelled the units as ‘visually intrusive’
Top of Town shop ordered to remove 'monstrosity' rooftop freezers
A retroactive planning application for the installation of freezer units on the rooftop of a supermarket at the Top of Town has been refused by a…
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October 13, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Planning officers labelled the units as ‘visually intrusive’
It has been closed since November 2024
Ice rink to reopen as Basingstoke Bison set for first home game
Basingstoke’s ice rink will be reopening in October, after being closed since November 2024, for the first Basingstoke Bison home game.
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October 13, 2025 at 3:31 PM
It has been closed since November 2024
Brilliant!
Exclusive new private lounge area opened by Harry Potter actor ahead of sell-out show
A HARRY Potter actress officially opened a new private lounge area at a Basingstoke theatre which offers customers the chance to make their visit…
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September 10, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Brilliant!
It promises a workout space with 'industry leading' equipment, including an Eleiko functional zone for fitness training and a sprint/sled track
24-hour gym with 'cutting-edge equipment' opens in business park
On its website, the company announced that the facility is now open, offering 'cutting-edge equipment, stylish interiors and an incredible…
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September 10, 2025 at 3:39 PM
It promises a workout space with 'industry leading' equipment, including an Eleiko functional zone for fitness training and a sprint/sled track
It has hot water, shampoo and conditioner, flea treatment, built-in drying facilities and a built-in ramp
Self-service dog wash opens at popular riverside pub in first for town
M&M Dog Wash, owned by residents Monica Fenner and Leah Walton, opened on Sunday, September 7, to a 'huge turnout'.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:39 PM
It has hot water, shampoo and conditioner, flea treatment, built-in drying facilities and a built-in ramp
It comes just one day after flags were removed from lampposts and railings
Dozens of England and Union flags attached to red man roundabout
Dozens of England and Union flags have been attached to Basingstoke roundabouts as part of Operation: Raise the Colours.,
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September 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM
It comes just one day after flags were removed from lampposts and railings
Residents are invited to have their say
Public meeting to discuss Down Grange golf course proposals
A public meeting is being held this week to discuss the proposals to build a six-hole pitch and putt golf course at Down Grange.
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September 9, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Residents are invited to have their say
It has nearly hit its target
'We cannot thank you enough' - Thousands raised to help hockey club after fire
my name is Claire and I am the vice-chair and junior section lead at Basingstoke HC. Today 1st September we were alerted to a fire at our club house…
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September 9, 2025 at 3:39 PM
It has nearly hit its target
The top floor will include three full-sized pool tables, darts, shuffleboard AND karaoke rooms 😲
Town Centre nightclub's revamp to 'family-friendly entertainment hub' almost complete
A Basingstoke nightclub’s new refurbishment into a ‘family-friendly sport and entertainment hub’ is almost complete.
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July 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The top floor will include three full-sized pool tables, darts, shuffleboard AND karaoke rooms 😲
What a shame
Popular coffee shop suddenly closes without warning
Costa Coffee in Rooksdown, Basingstoke, has closed until further notice.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:50 PM
What a shame
Not a long wait now!
Re-opening date announced for ice rink after refurbishment
Planet Ice has announced Basingstoke’s ice rink will be reopening in September, after being closed since November 2024.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Not a long wait now!
The funding will support upgrades to specially adapted beds, rooms, and technology, to ensure patients receive care in comfortable, dignified surroundings
Hospice to receive more than quarter of a million pounds in funding boost
St Michael's Hospice will receive more than £250,000 in new funding from the government.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
The funding will support upgrades to specially adapted beds, rooms, and technology, to ensure patients receive care in comfortable, dignified surroundings
'The fact they have done this on the most used green area in Basingstoke is totally unacceptable'
'Terror' as masked men race at high speeds on playing fields late at night
Residents have reported their 'terror' as masked men raced cars late at night on the playing fields in Winklebury, Basingstoke.
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July 23, 2025 at 4:31 PM
'The fact they have done this on the most used green area in Basingstoke is totally unacceptable'