Basingstoke Gazette
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:02:45 +0100Rare Queen Elizabeth 2p coin on sale for over £30,000
An Oxford resident is selling a rare 2p coin for £30,000 on eBay.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 03:30:00 +0100M3 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 April 25 to 27
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Kit Malthouse MP's vision for a smartphone-free school environment
The consensus was unequivocal: Hampshire should lead the nation as the first county where schools are genuinely free of these digital distractions.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Classic Vauxhall display to be a highlight of Basingstoke Festival of Transport
The display is in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Vauxhall Chevette and Vauxhall Cavalier.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Pictures: This is how Cranbourne School will look after redevelopment
The plans for Cranbourne school redevelopment have been revealed.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100School opens new dedicated space to support emotional wellbeing of pupils
A BASINGSTOKE primary school celebrated the launch of a new programme into its curriculum aimed at supporting the emotional and social wellbeing of pupils, with the opening of a new space.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:30:27 +0100Young smokers and drinkers issued urgent '36 years' warning from doctors
The effects of smoking, drinking too much and not exercising enough are felt by the age of 36, researchers have warned.
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:27:15 +0100Lidl to slash prices of fan-favourites items across its bakery to as low as 29p
Lidl has reduced the price of a number of items in its bakery, including the chocolate twist, almond croissant and pain au chocolate
Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:24:55 +0100UK set for 'mini heatwave' as BBC forecasters predict temperatures of 27 degrees
The UK is set for a 'mini heatwave' with BBC forecasters predicting temperatures of 27 degrees - see when it arrives and how long it will last.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0100Medium businesses going for gold in the Inspire Business Awards 2025
Now each of them will be visited by two judges before the decision is made on the winner in the category.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0100County Council leader: We face serious challenges in council reorganisation
Currently, much of the time spent by council leaders across Hampshire is taken up thinking about local government organisation.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100Historic glasshouses at Highclere Castle could be demolished due to disuse and vermin
A planning application has been filed for the demolition of glasshouses at a Grade I listed building near Basingstoke.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100New plans will bring Cranbourne School into 21st century, says headteacher
The headteacher of Cranbourne Secondary School in Basingstoke has issued a comment on the school’s major transformation
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100Dionne Warwick dazzles Basingstoke: A legend in full voice at 84
Dionne Warwick
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100'Cruel, short-sighted, and a betrayal' - MP slams plans to cut elderly day care
Luke Murphy, Labour MP for Basingstoke, has slammed Hampshire County Council's decision to cut Newman Court's elderly day care service.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:24:44 +0100Two boys arrested in Alton house fire murder probe
THE police have arrested two teenagers in the probe into the deaths of two people in a house fire in Alton.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100Make every step count for families like Joseph’s: Join the Clarendon Way Walk
Joseph had Down syndrome, he was cared for by Naomi House & Jacksplace, Joseph’s mum, Joanne, shares experience of the care received.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:59:01 +0100Basingstoke school to be demolished and rebuilt as part of government programme
A Basingstoke secondary school has been prioritised for redevelopment as part of a government rebuilding programme.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:56:45 +0100Basingstoke Town FC to swap stripes to back AA's seatbelt campaign
The initiative, launched by The AA Charitable Trust, aims to highlight the dangers of not wearing a seatbelt, particularly among young people.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Toddlers to take part in sponsored walk to raise funds for children's charity
Ashleigh Crouch, who runs Ash and Claire Childminding with his wife Claire, has organised the Basingstoke event as part of the Barnado's Big Toddle on June 10.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Three-bedroom house to be auctioned with guide price of £440,000
The auction concludes on Thursday, May 1, with bidding live from 48 hours beforehand.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Restoration work begins on block of flats destroyed by fire almost two years ago
The block of flats in Oakridge was engulfed in flames at around 3pm on May 27, 2023.
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Basingstoke school to undergo transformation after £2m funding approved by council
A special school in Hampshire will undergo expansion and refurbishment following approval to spend £2 million.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:50:41 +0100RECAP: Basingstoke Sports Centre evacuated after false fire alarm
Live blog of the evacuation at Festival Place
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:30:53 +0100Drivers warned they face fines of up £2,500 for wearing sunglasses
UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0100Hawks and owls bring animal mischief to care home
The birds, including a Harris hawk, showed off their impressive wingspans and the hawk put on a show by flying to catch a snack from his handler.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0100Basingstoke Male Voice Choir to perform at new venue
The concert will be the choir's first performance of 2025 and will feature new songs and introduce some new choristers to the world of performance.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100Comedy night with popular TV comedians coming to Basingstoke
A comedy night will take place at a Basingstoke hotel next month.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100What are the yellow patches around streetlights and road signs?
A man is concerned after discovering big patches of yellow grass around streetlights and road signs where he lives.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100Bowling club to hold open day to celebrate refurbishment
With the upgrades, the club will now host more county events, including the forthcoming County Junior Trials.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100Retirement development residents enjoy Good Friday fish and chip lunch
The residents were well looked after by the restaurant staff.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:49:12 +0100Southampton Airport to get major £350m funding boost
Southampton Airport is set to receive a share of £350 million investment over the next five years.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:17:25 +0100Suspected arson at Basingstoke school prompts police investigation
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after suspected arson at a Basingstoke school.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:07:13 +0100Man identified in connection to theft from car and bank cards stolen
The police are looking to speak to a man in connection with a report of theft from car in Hook where bank cards and money were stolen.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:03:07 +0100Basingstoke man pleads guilty to seven counts of chid sexual abuse
A man has pleaded guilty to seven counts of historic child sexual abuse at Winchester Crown Court.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:21:24 +0100Three men arrested on suspicion of multiple burglaries
Three men have been charged following burglary reports in Hart and Rushmoor.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:39:21 +0100Overdue win for Hartley at Ashford to consign hosts to relegation
A bright spot was the performance of their four young players, who look to have good futures ahead of them.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100PICTURES: New B&Q store in former Homebase nears completion
Work to build a new B&Q store in the former Homebase in Basingstoke is nearing completion.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Why has celebrating England become something we shy away from?
Why don't we celebrate England on St. George's Day like other countries celebrate their special day?
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Best tearoom in England' opens new venue with homeware and gift shop
The Parlour Teabarn, a sister project of the Parlour Tearoom, has opened in Basingstoke.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Mother and son to host medieval cooking event with venison, trout and pigeon
The mother and Son duo from Berro Kitchen, are hosting a medieval cooking event at Basing House.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100More than 20 notices served to flat block after investigation into housing standards
An investigation was opened into the standards of housing at Unity Place, in Lime Tree Way, Chineham, by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council (BDBC) after residents raised concerns about the building.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:34:11 +0100EastEnders star, GMB presenter and Olympic gold medallist in Celebrity Traitors
Olympian Tom Daley, Good Morning Britain's Kate Garroway and EastEnders' Tameka Empson are among those rumoured for Celebrity Traitors.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:28:36 +0100Angellica Bell breaks silence on exit from The Martin Lewis Money Show
Angellica Bell has opened up about her axe from The Martin Lewis Money Show on ITV's Celebrity Big Brother.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:26:57 +0100Half of UK households have less than this amount in savings - experts issue warning
A warning has been issued to households who have less than £5,000 in savings accounts.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:24:54 +0100M&S customers warned they could face delays after cyber attack on chain
The retailer has apologised after its stores were impacted by a “cyber incident” in recent days.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:23:01 +0100RAC reveals 'pothole plague' worse than ever as breakdowns increase by 20 per cent
The RAC has revealed that vehicle breakdowns caused by potholes increased by nearly a fifth in 12 months.
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:21:00 +0100Ofcom to stop criminals intercepting calls and texts in 'world-leading' move
Ofcom said the risk posed by the leasing of Global Titles has been recognised by organisations including the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0100Care home residents celebrate Easter with visit from Easter Bunny
The celebrations included a meal of roast lamb followed by rhubarb crumble and custard prepared by the home’s chef Jules.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0100Basingstoke Business Expo returns with 45 exhibitors and 7 speakers
One of Basingstoke's biggest business networking events is fast approaching.