Basingstoke Gazette

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Work underway to transform former B&Q site into new home store
Work is underway to turn B&Q’s former Lister Road site into a Home Bargains store after plans were approved on August 13, with parking reduced to 127 spaces.

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire council leader shares how adoption made a family through ‘everyday moments’
National Adoption Week, October 19 to 25: Hampshire leader Nick Adams-King shares his family’s adoption story and why everyday moments mean everything.

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IN THE DOCK: Man beat woman and stole sandwiches, drug drivers banned, and more cases
Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court cases include Isaac Coombs’ assault case, a probation breach fine and two cannabis drug drivers banned from roads.

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former Fox & Goose team to take over historic village pub
Former Fox & Goose operators Chris and Phil will take over The Waterwitch in Odiham in November, after Sarah’s final day at the historic pub on November 1.

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:15:00 +0100
Royal Mint’s rarest 50p coins including one worth hundreds
The Royal Mint has revealed the 10 rarest 50p coins in UK circulation, from the 2023 Atlantic Salmon to the 2009 Kew Gardens design.

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 07:34:00 +0100
TV licence shake-up could see Netflix and YouTube viewers paying fee
Ministers are considering plans to extend the £180 fee to online streaming platforms to prevent people avoiding payment

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Insurance firm launches Basingstoke food donation station
An insurance firm has launched a community initiative aimed at supporting those facing food insecurity.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Kingsclere Photo Club exhibition returns for its 19th year
Kingsclere Photo Club will host its annual photography exhibition at The Village Club on George Street in Kingsclere.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke council launches schemes to boost fitness and confidence
Programmes to get more people active and boost confidence are now running in the community

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Artists and small businesses showcased at Festival Place makers market
Scratch Built Productions’ makers market at Basingstoke’s Festival Place showcased local artists, small businesses, crafts and free children’s workshops.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:19:52 +0100
Woman hospitalised with head injuries after attack - Do you recognise this man?
Police seek man after woman suffers serious head and facial injuries in Basingstoke assault on Wote Street. Hampshire Constabulary appeals.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:16:46 +0100
Police launch investigation after cat shot with air rifle in Basingstoke
Hampshire Constabulary investigates after Lola, a cat, was shot with an air rifle in South Ham, Basingstoke. Witnesses are urged to call 101.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:01:33 +0100
Man remanded after police stop vehicle linked to burglary on M3
Hampshire Police stop burglary-linked vehicle on M3; man remanded over vehicle theft, handling stolen goods and criminal damage after suspected stolen items found.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Royal Navy veterans retrace Trafalgar route in charity bike ride through Basingstoke
Royal Navy veterans stop in Basingstoke on charity bike ride retracing historic Trafalgar Way route to London, raising funds for Military v Cancer

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:29:38 +0100
Dead birds and weapons found as ball bearings reportedly fired at wildlife
Three teenagers have been issued with formal warnings after police found dead birds and weapons in a vehicle during a rural crime operation in Hampshire.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Hampshire Fostering LIVE! comes to Farnborough
Thinking about fostering? Come along, meet Hampshire foster carers, and find out more.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Basingstoke businesses celebrated after reaching Inspire Awards final
Basingstoke and Deane businesses named finalists in this year's Inspire Business Awards, with winners announced at Warbrook House on November 13.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pair complete over one million steps in a month for suicide prevention
Matt Holman and Katie Le Flem complete one million steps each, raising £5,398 for Baton of Hope UK and suicide prevention in the One Million Steps challenge.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woman caught more than double drink drive limit on M3 banned from the roads
Charli White, 27, has been banned from driving for 22 months after being caught more than twice over the drink-drive limit on the M3 near Basingstoke.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'I can't believe my cat's been shot' - Fury as feline blasted with air rifle
Basingstoke cat Lola was shot with an air rifle pellet on October 14, suffering a fractured femur. Her family seeks justice and launches a GoFundMe appeal.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:35:27 +0100
Toby Carvery hits back at portion size claims with new deal
Toby Carvery has responded to portion size claims with a £7 roast offer, a charity feast and an invitation behind the scenes for content creator, Tee Gee.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
£3.7m NHS dental funding could create more appointments across Hampshire
More NHS dental appointments could be created in parts of Hampshire under a £3.7 million investment programme, councillors have been told.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Councillors to investigate claims 20mph scheme is too costly
Communities trying to introduce 20mph speed limits in Hampshire could see their concerns examined by councillors after claims that the current process is too expensive and difficult to navigate.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:53:16 +0100
Pensioners across the UK could be eligible for £180 perk - who is eligible?
How pensioners aged 75 and over on Pension Credit can claim a free TV licence, save £180 and receive automatic refunds on payments.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:52:46 +0100
'Do not eat' warning to shoppers across England as product recalled due to error
The Food Standards Agency issued an allergy alert on October 15 warning shoppers about the labelling error.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:51:49 +0100
Experts urge older people to get vaccines as flu deaths near 4,000
Nearly 4,000 flu-related deaths in England last winter prompt calls for older people to get free NHS vaccines against flu, Covid-19 and RSV to protect health.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:51:03 +0100
Starbucks launches new Halloween black cat cups and gifts – and prices start at £3.95
Starbucks has unveiled cat-themed Halloween merchandise, including a £11.95 cat-ear Cold Cup and a £3.95 reusable cup. See the full collection and prices.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:50:39 +0100
Foodie reveals Boots meal deal hack to get £10 food for a fiver
The food influencer and budgeting content creator set out to assemble the most expensive combination available in the store

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:44:58 +0100
ITV to change Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules up next week
ITV is changing the Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules next week - this is when you can watch the new episodes.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Vue Basingstoke announces family film line-up for October half-term
Vue Basingstoke will be showing a packed programme of films starting from Friday, October 23.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Aldershot field gun set to return as residents choose its new home
The British infantry field gun, a symbol of Aldershot’s military heritage, was removed from outside Aldershot railway station during regeneration works.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Care home residents discover bowls in new Odiham community partnership
Residents and staff from Whitewater Place Care Home in Odiham recently visited Odiham and North Warnborough Bowls Club.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:27:28 +0100
LIVE: 'Seismic' planning overhaul, £239k costs row, free parking and mayor debate
Live coverage as Basingstoke councillors debate major planning changes, a £239k council shake-up bill and calls for an earlier Hampshire mayoral election.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Royal Mail warns of further delivery disruption across Basingstoke postcodes
Royal Mail warns of further delivery disruption in Basingstoke and RG21-RG28 areas as resourcing issues affect its local delivery office.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Cricket star battling Parkinson's brings Botham and Redknapp to Basingstoke
Shaun Udal, former England and Hampshire cricketer, nears £250,000 for Cure Parkinson’s with Basingstoke dinners featuring Lord Botham.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Apology issued after confusion over Ant Middleton fundraiser beneficiary
Ant Middleton fundraiser organisers apologise after BVA was named in publicity despite not benefiting from or being involved in October 18 Four Kingdoms event.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Care watchdog praises home for resident support after inspection
Oakley Lodge in Basingstoke has been rated good in every area by the Care Quality Commission following its latest inspection.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:21:02 +0100
easyJet launches new routes to holiday destinations from Southampton Airport
easyJet has announced three new routes from Southampton Airport for summer 2027.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:00:55 +0100
Calls for free weekend parking in town centre at Christmas
Basingstoke councillor Sean Dillow will propose free weekend parking in council car parks throughout December to support families and businesses.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:36:13 +0100
Win tickets! Michael Spicer brings Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show to Basingstoke
Michael Spicer is bringing his Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show to Basingstoke.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New Greek street food takeaway opening in former Top of Town kebab shop
Yassas Greek takeaway is set to open at 23 London Street, Basingstoke, in the former King’s Pizza and Kebab site, serving Greek street food.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:58:55 +0100
Woman jailed after stealing more than £1,300 of food in 25 thefts
Amy Bell stole more than £1,200 worth of goods from an Aldershot Co-op and £100 worth of fish from Sainsbury's.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:31:11 +0100
Unsafe Halloween mask and vampire teeth stopped before reaching UK shops
Unsafe Halloween products have been intercepted before reaching UK shoppers.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:28:44 +0100
'Shocking incident': man jailed after violent knife and baseball bat attack
Billy-Roy Guilfoyle-Gregory was jailed after a man in his 20s suffered stab wounds to his hands and back and a serious head injury.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The votes are in - Café of the Year 2026 winner revealed
The annual competition celebrates the cafés serving their local communities.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who assaulted woman twice spared jail and ordered to abstain from alcohol
Stuart Storey, 36, from Odiham, received a suspended prison sentence for assaulting a woman twice in Fleet, with electronic tag and restraining order.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke musical brings true story of WI nude calendar to the stage
A heartwarming story of hope and humour is set to take centre stage in Basingstoke.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Women living with cancer strut their stuff at sell-out Pink Place fashion show
The Pink Place fashion show on October 8 celebrated women affected by cancer, with 165 guests, No.1 George Street fashion and firefighters raising funds.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:55:31 +0100
Hampshire drivers over age of 70 issued Highway Code rule update
UK drivers over the age of 70 years old have been issued an updater reminder on a must-know Highway Code rule.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:01:24 +0100
Tesco opens 28,000 Christmas jobs across UK with no CV needed
Tesco is recruiting 28,000 temporary workers across the UK for Christmas, with pay starting at £13.28 an hour and no CV required.

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