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Parish Hall Closes for Refurbishment
The £150,000 improvements programme starts started this week.
School Reunion
Were you born around 1951 and attend Whitchurch Secondary Modern or Lordsfield School, Overton?
United were More Than Ready
In another exciting FA Cup match, the Jam Boys again beat opposition from a higher league.
United are Ready
Unbeaten in League and Cup, the Jam Boys are ready for Brading Town.
More Food for Thought
In addition to natural smoothies and ices, The Veg Patch is now offering more choice.
See Whitchurch from a New Angle
A new interesting pictorial image of Whitchurch Town centre has been produced.
The Dangers of Barbecuing
One roast pig was slightly overdone today.
Early Morning Commuters Disrupted
Friday morning London bound trains were halted.
Another Challenge is Nigh
Simon Dutton is aiming to raise £500 to thank North Hants Hospital Neonatal unit and the Southampton Paediatric Intensive Care Unit.
Livvy and Helen's Challenge is Nigh
Livvy Snell and Helen Gray's 20 kilometre triathlon to raise £800 for Cancer Research UK is in less than 2 weeks.
Whitchurch United are Through
The Jam Boys delighted a large crowd by beating strong opposition from the top of the league above them in the FA Cup.
Summer in Whitchurch
Whitchurch was hit by a downpour of tropical proportions yesterday.
Parish Hall Improvements to Start
The Parish Hall Committee has approved a major improvement programme which will start in the Parish Hall on 5th September.
Blight Warning
The current warm humid conditions mean that blight in Whitchurch's gardens and allotments is likely.
Support the Jam Boys
Following a good league win on Saturday to get the new season underway, as previously reported, Whitchurch United FC now have a stiffer challenge ahead of them on Saturday in the FA Cup.
Success for Friendly Club
Whitchurch Bowls Club is chalking up individual and club victories.
Healthy Eating in Whitchurch
is now offering healthy fresh fruit smoothies.
See Local Crafts
It's your chance to see what goes on in The Studio in Fairclose.
Gentry go Underground
The Gentry Underground are recording their latest track underground in Whitchurch.
Up for the Cup
Whitchurch United are in probably the world's most prestigious football competition, the FA Cup, at home on 20 August.
Win at the White Hart
Win family oriented prizes each week in August at the White Hart.
Newbury Road Closure
Network Rail has released details of its plans.
Whitchurch History for Sale
Hugo Fox is offering historic photos of Whitchurch for sale.
Fancy Hanging Around?
Try out Testbourne's climbing wall at a Cheeky Chimps Climbing Session.
Dance the Summer Away
The Marina School of Dance will be running a course of Summer School classes on Thursdays at Testbourne School.
Other things to do this weekend in Whitchurch
See how local wool is produced and woven at Tufton Smallholding.
A Good Time to be in Whitchurch
There's lots on in the Whitchurch pubs and eating places this weekend and throughout the summer.
Sun Shines on Fête
The weather contributed to a good day at Berehill House and Wessex Lodge.
How Things Used to Be
Do you remember how events used be in Whitchurch in the past?
More Summer Holiday Activities
There are a couple of family trips organised by Testbourne Extended Schools Partnership.
Summer Holiday Activities at Whitchurch Silk Mill
From 2nd to 25th August there are a series of activities for children at the Silk Mill.
Famine in East Africa
To move from the parochial issues that normally comprise this website can I draw your attention to the need for funds to help combat the famine in East Africa?
National Play Day
There'll be a whole raft of free activities at Testbourne.
Royal British Legion Whitchurch Branch
Despite being in the "heat of summer" it is time to prepare for Remembrance Day. Orders for wreaths, poppies and crosses are placed during August.
Whitchurch Awards at Hampton Court
Two local gardeners have received RHS awards for their efforts at Hampton Court Flower Show.
Please Don't Rain on my Parade
For the first time since the Carnival has been running in recent years, the weather turned against Whitchurch.
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Calling all card makers
If you enjoy making greetings cards, Whitchurch Library would love to hear from you.
Whitchurch Festival Fête and Procession
Latest news about the Whitchurch Carnival procession and fête on 16th July.
Financial Support Offered to Local Sports Clubs
Hugo Fox, Whitchurch's own jobs website, is offering support to local sporting organisations.
Whitchurch Festival Fête and Procession
There is still time (just) to register to take part in either the Whitchurch Carnival procession or fête on 16th July.
Noisy Helicopters
Following one complaint about noise early on Friday morning, the team at RAF Odiham wants everyone to know how much it values local support for its work.
Local Group Going Places
As reported in the NME, The Gentry Underground turns on in the area.
Support Whitchurch United
United have a programme of pre-season matches this month.
Cats Protection - Help Needed
Andover and District Cats Protection is looking for new volunteers.
…and Lots for Kids in the Holidays
This year's Summer Reading Challenge in Whitchurch library is called 'Circus Stars' and is open to all primary school aged children.
Lots to Do This Weekend
You have lots of activities to choose from this weekend.
Wettest June on Record
According to the Whitchurch weather station!
New Kid's Play Area
The Red House is opening a new kid's play area.
Get Free Advice from an Architect
An hour's free advice from Architect in the House - but hurry!
Town Councillor Elected
An exceedingly low turn out has returned an ex-councillor.
Swimming Pool is Open!
The Testbourne Pool is now open for the summer.
Newbury Road Closure
Network Rail will be explaining what is to happen.
Support Whitchurch United
Whitchurch United Football Club is currently looking for a secretary for their senior teams which play in the Wessex and Wyvern Leagues.
More for Dads
Following the success of Whitchurch Family Network's first Dads & Kids session in May, another one of these unique events is on the way.
Schools To Open As Usual
Both Whitchurch schools will be open as usual on 30 June.
Whitchurch Child Minders
The list of local registered Child Minders has been updated.
New Look for Pub
The Prince's looking good after completion of the external redecoration.
Temporary Reprieve for Harvest
Basingstoke and Dean BC has refused to allow the demolition of the Harvest Home, at least for short while.
Local Charity has Funds for Locals
Whitchurch Welfare Trust is offering financial support to deserving groups and local individuals.
Local Business Donates to Charity
Hugo Fox, Whitchurch's own jobs website, has donated funds and computer equipment to the Dyslexia Research Trust.
"New" Hairdresser
Amanda Outridge is the new name and style for Hairs and Graces.
Woodland Creatures in Town
Sylvanian Families, and hundreds of other families, were in Whitchurch at the weekend.
Emotional Meeting on Harvest Demolition
A meeting heard of the limited prospects for stopping the demolition of the Harvest Home.
Christian Aid Week
Whitchurch's new organizer, Frances Harris, is pleased with the results of the 2011 collection.
The Last Music Event
Well, the last acoustic music session before the Autumn is scheduled for this weekend.
But There's More Music in the Area
A 3 day music festival is to be held in St Mary Bourne.
Pottery Classes
Penny Spooner's latest pottery workshop was another sell out.
Summer Hits Whitchurch
Sunday’s rainfall, as measured by , was almost 1”.
But What's Happening at the Harvest?
Do you remember the wooden fence being erected at the Harvest?
Overton Black Arrows Strike Gold
Overton Black Arrows have British Champion.
Fund Raising Delay
The summer triathlon by Livvy and Helen has had to be postponed because of injury, but the two are pressing on with other fund raising for Cancer Research UK.
Whitchurch Town Council Election
B&DBC has announced the candidates in the election to be held on 29 June 2001.
Bad Music in a Nice Town
Rockus hit Whitchurch with a vengeance on Saturday.
What's Happening at the Harvest?
Details of how the developer proposes to demolish the old pub are now on-line.
Newbury to be cut off for months!
Network Rail are proposing to close Newbury Road for about 6 months.
Cats Protection News
June's news is now on-line.
Town Council Election
Time is running out to stand in the election.
White Hart Birthday
The White Hart is 550 years old!
Whitchurch Pubs Race 2011
Another great success!
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Flowers in Whitchurch
.... and there's more. You don't even need to go as far as Freefolk for your plants! There'll be loads of bedding and herbaceous plants at bargain prices in the Parish Hall on Saturday 28th.
Hardy's at Chelsea Flower Show
Rosie & Rob have a larger stand than ever.
Rockus is Coming
It's only 2 weeks until Rockus brings "bad music to a nice town" and there's a free taster this weekend.
More Roadwork Disruption
Southern Gas plan to dig up London Street.
The Prince Prepares
The Prince Regent is sprucing up for the Pub Race.
Pub Race
Now's the time to get in your entries.
Lots to Do This Weekend
As we move towards summer there is more to do each weekend in Whitchurch.
White Hart in Best Pub Vote
The White Hart is in this year's list of best pubs in the area.
Do you know Michael Mouncey?
An old friend of a Whitchurch resident is trying to meet him.
Festival Committee Gear Up for the Carnival
Details of this year's fete have been published.
Party on the Meadow?
The Millennium Meadow is a water meadow as one family found out last weekend.
Where's the Missing Board?
SEEDA funds that were handed over to the Whitchurch Association to erect a board to advertise businesses and attract tourists to the Town centre appear to have been spent elsewhere.
Why Wait
Please don't wait until it's too late to have problems addressed - raising a petition after the event is often pointless and leads to frustration or even anger.
United Finish Seventh
Despite a 7 - 1 win on the last Monday of the Wessex 1st Division league, Whitchurch could only manage 7th.
Internet Toys Here in Whitchurch
Pre-loved toys that were only available on the internet are now here in Whitchurch.
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