Every adult that wants to learn to read, can!
Many of us have been very fortunate when it comes to reading and as adults, it is certainly something we take for granted. However, many adults are deeply embarrassed and ashamed by the fact...
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Local Entrepreneur Takes on One Million Steps Challenge
Matt Holman Launches “Walk for Life” in aid of The Baton of Hope legacy in Basingstoke to support suicide prevention and mental health awareness. 10 September – 10 October 2026 Matt, founder of Simpila...
Young Carers Supported by Freemasons
Basingstoke & District Young Carers has received a welcome boost thanks to a £1,000 donation from the Elvetham Masonic Lodge. The charity supports more than 120 local children and young people who provide regular...
Waspettes United Walking Football Club
Waspettes United Walking Football Club is the newest women’s walking football team in Basingstoke for ladies over the age of 40 and we are looking for new members to join the hive. The health...
Local Resident Undertaking 550-Mile Charity Pilgrimage
In September, I will embark on a 550-mile pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago to raise funds and awareness for Prostate Cancer UK. This cause is very close to my heart, as I sadly lost...
What’s all the Buzz about?
Have you been to the Willis Museum, Basingstoke Bee exhibition yet? If not, do go as it tells you so much about our bees and pollinators, their history, their importance to us, honey production,...
STEPPING STONES DONATION
A charity concerned with children and young adults with Down syndrome received a donation from local Freemasons. Fleet based Stepping Stones DS received a cheque for £1,000 which was presented by Charity Steward Richard...
Outdoor theatre in Basingstoke’s very own ‘Secret Garden’
Hidden within Down Grange Sports Complex, The Walled Garden is a peaceful historic space dating back to the 1800s. Once the kitchen garden for Down Grange House, it is now home to wildlife, colourful...
Do you love to sing? We do.
All members of Hampshire Harmony love to sing together, songs ranging from pop and jazz and folk songs to songs from shows and even choral sacred music. We are an upper voice choir based...
Cliddesden Primary School Issues Call for Memories to Mark 150th Anniversary
Cliddesden Primary School is proud to announce it will be celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2026. To honour this landmark milestone, the school is launching a community-wide appeal for past pupils and staff to...
