Andover Advertiser

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Carols Around the Christmas Tree draws festive crowds to town centre
Carols Around the Christmas Tree returned to Andover High Street for a cosy evening of music, mulled wine and family fun on Friday, December 12.

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Adventurer reaches South Pole on gruelling Antarctica expedition
The expedition is part of Jordan's mission to raise £100,000 for the Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK.

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
20th Andover Guides raise more than £1,000 at Christmas fair
A Christmas fundraiser has brought a group a step closer to an adventure abroad.

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:44:45 +0000
New Nestle chocolate in B&M similar to discontinued bar labelled 'best in the world'
A new Nestle chocolate has been spotted in B&M that is similar to a discontinued favourite described as "the best in the world".

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:43:40 +0000
Rare Royal Mint 20p coin sells for 76 times face value because of error
Featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the front and the Tudor Rose on the reverse, the 20p piece was minted with a rare error

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:39:20 +0000
'Do not eat' - Fish product sold at UK supermarkets such as Tesco and Asda recalled
Young’s Gastro 2 Lemon & Pepper Fish Fillets sold at supermarkets including Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's recalled following allergy alert

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Veterans facing homelessness move into houses they helped build
Four ex-servicemen spent the last year learning construction trades while working on the site.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
High-tech farm bringing micro herbs to top chefs secures £22,500 grant
It has recently secured a major contract with a premium greengrocer at New Covent Garden Market, which supplies the top 100 restaurants in London.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Residents urged to have their say on plans to reshape councils in Hampshire
A public consultation is under way on the future of local government in Hampshire and the Solent area.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Hospices' memory garden refurbished to create peaceful space
Following feedback from families and service users, the decision was made to expand and refurbish the space.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 13:11:16 +0000
Electrical fire forces train station car park to close with lighting failure
Andover Train Station car park on Station Approach is closed due to an incident that happened on Saturday, December 20.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Proposals to build 9 new homes on land earmarked for pub
Rivendale Developments has proposed to build nine two-storey houses at the junction of Bridle Close and Picket Twenty Way in Andover.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Mayor of Test Valley’s Christmas message 2025
As the festive season draws near, I’d like to take a moment to reflect, to celebrate and to extend my heartfelt wishes to you.

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Soldiers, reservists and veterans take on mammoth challenge for military charity
The group raised funds for Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) through multiple events during the charity’s Walking Home For Christmas campaign.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000
Three-bedroom bungalow with 'perfect blend of comfort and convenience' for sale
The estate agent suggests the property could have potential for a loft conversion subject to relevant permissions.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Christmas concert brings together music lovers for special night
Audience members then joined in for a singalong of three carols before enjoying mince pies and mulled wine during the interval.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Aldi extending Too Good To Go scheme during festive period
Aldi expects to sell more than 67,000 bags in December, including an estimated 10,000 on Christmas Eve alone.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
'Can you help at Icknield School to make it nice for the students?'
A little while ago, a story appeared in the Andover Advertiser to support the FE Centre at Icknield School in Vigo Road.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
GP surgery urges patients to order repeat prescriptions early this Christmas
GPs at St Mary's Surgery in Andover are urging patients to order repeat prescriptions early.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New: Interactive entertainment company launches first UK venue in Andover
Developed by a Dutch company and active in seven other countries, X-Cube has opened its first UK venue in Andover.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Nine new houses among weekly planning applications list for Test Valley area
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 14th December 2025.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Man avoids driving ban over exceptional hardship and more cases
Here's a round-up of recent cases heard in North Hampshire Magistrates' Court and Basingstoke Magistrates' Court.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:21:27 +0000
Martin Lewis shares sneaky 'abandoned basket' trick to get cut-price shopping
Money Saving Expert (MSE) founder, Martin Lewis, has shared a tip which could help save up to 20% off purchases when shopping online.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:20:37 +0000
Gail’s bakery divides public with ‘shameful’ decision to open on Christmas Day
Some Gail's bakeries will open on Christmas Day and customers can get a free mince pie for visiting.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:19:30 +0000
Heating engineer shares 'simple and effective' energy hack to cut bills fast
By lowering the radiator flow temperature to around 55°C or 60°C, you can often heat your home just as effectively while using less energy, says an expert

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:18:16 +0000
Virgin Media O2 to shut off service after 20 years as it issues final warning
Virgin Media O2 has issued a final "upgrade as soon as possible" warning to customers as it gets set to complete its 3G switch-off over the coming weeks.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:15:16 +0000
Aldi is selling Christmas drinks from £2.39 this week with up to 74 per cent off
Aldi is selling off its Christmas drinks with savings of up to 74% off this week, but be quick as stocks are limited.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:13:56 +0000
Brits urged to put bowl of rice on windowsill during Christmas - you must be quick
UK households have been urged to put a bowl of rice on their windowsill over the next few months.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:12:42 +0000
'Unreal' Cadbury chocolate discontinued in the UK 23 years ago back again at B&M
Cadbury's popular Dream chocolate bar, which was discontinued in the UK more than 23 years ago, is back again at B&M, with a slight twist.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:11:58 +0000
How to stretch your supermarket loyalty card rewards for the big Christmas food shop
Make the most of your loyalty card rewards with Morrisons, Lidl, Iceland, and Co-op, Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Asda ahead of this weekend's big Christmas shop

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:11:12 +0000
How often you should clean gutters to avoid hefty £5k fine (how to do it yourself)
Gutters can get blocked with fallen leaves and rainwater but experts have shared some simple tips for cleaning them yourself and how to avoid being fined £5,000.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:10:22 +0000
Shoppers implored to look out for one thing to avoid Christmas present scams
There are plenty of potential pitfalls shoppers can make when doing their Christmas present shopping, with one in particular being a scam issue

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:07:35 +0000
'Stop using immediately': Sainsbury's, M&S, B&M and more pull items from sale
Customers at Sainsbury's, Amazon, John Lewis, Asda, Tesco, M&S, B&M and other major UK retailers have been warned to stop using products “immediately”

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:05:21 +0000
'Do not eat': Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue warnings
Items sold at Tesco, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, Marks and Spencer, Poundland and more UK supermarkets have been recalled with “do not eat” warnings in place.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +0000
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of December 19 to 21

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000
Charming cottage goes on the market with price tag of £380,000
Arranged over three floors, it is described as blending "period features with practical modern living".

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Where you can drop off your Christmas tree in Andover and Test Valley
Test Valley Borough Council is offering the service for real, undecorated Christmas trees.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
A Christmas message from Ben Tuffin of Andover Radio
Well… it’s been a while. Long enough that some of you may have checked your calendars, checked your pulse, and wondered if I’d quietly retired to a beach somewhere with a questionable Wi-Fi connection and a pint in hand.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
'Goodwill and cheer' as Santa Dash raises funds for Young Lives vs Cancer
A festive weekend in Appleshaw saw the Christmas light switch-on celebrated with a lively Santa Dash.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Costa Coffee kiosk at Andover bus station closed
The Costa Coffee kiosk at Andover Bus Station stopped trading on December 2, 2025, the company confirmed the closure.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Village shop and tearoom celebrates ten years under ownership
Chilbolton Village Shop and Tearoom, owned by Nicky Bond, has been at the heart of the community since she and her husband Andy took over in 2015.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:55:43 +0000
Council chiefs press for full devolution fund before mayor election
Council leaders are pressing the government to provide the full £44.6million of devolution funding before the postponed regional mayor election takes place.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:50:25 +0000
Councils asked for views on postponing next year’s local elections
Councils across Hampshire have formally been asked for their views on postponing next year’s local elections.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:11:54 +0000
Man who broke into a building to steal copper wire is jailed
Nelu Teodore Dobre, 47, of Bruce Street in Leicester, was found guilty of burglary and sentenced to 12 months in prison at Winchester Crown Court on Wednesday, December 17.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:51:15 +0000
Thousands of child protection concerns made to NSPCC during Christmas period
NSPCC will respond to thousands of child protection concerns during the Christmas countdown and right through the festive period.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Care provider supports school pupils during tree-planting session
The session introduced children to the importance of woodlands in supporting wildlife.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Shopkeeper raises £3,618 for Hampshire village school
Vinothkumar Kandasamy, owner of the Family Shopper store in Hurstbourne Tarrant, supported Hurstbourne Tarrant Primary School's Christmas raffle for the seventh consecutive year.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Plan to build 400 homes in Hampshire village sparks objections
Developers, Croudace Homes Ltd, submitted the plans to Test Valley Borough Council on Friday, November 28, to build 400 homes in Picket Twenty, a village on the outskirts of Andover.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:28:40 +0000
David Walliams dropped by publisher who are taking wellbeing concerns 'seriously'
David Walliams has been dropped by his publisher HarperCollins UK over wellbeing concerns.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:52:15 +0000
Strictly star 'suing BBC for rigging voting' and withdraws from 2025 final
Star of The Apprentice Thomas Skinner has withdrawn from the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final amid reports he's suing the BBC.

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