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Polling Stations in Chandler’s Ford: General Election 2015

May 7, 2015 By SO53 News

Let’s look at a few polling stations in Chandler’s Ford.

If you have got pictures of local polling stations (not your selfies inside the polling station please), please send them to Chandler’s Ford Today to share. [Read more…] about Polling Stations in Chandler’s Ford: General Election 2015

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Tags: Chandler's Ford, community, election, event, local interest, politics, St. Martin, Toynbee School

Remember to Vote – Thursday 7th May 2015

May 6, 2015 By SO53 News

General Election 2015: Thursday 7th May 2015.

Remember to vote.

You don’t need your polling card to vote.

Polls are open from 7am to 10pm.

Even if you have lost or forgotten your polling card, you can still vote, according to the Electoral Commission. [Read more…] about Remember to Vote – Thursday 7th May 2015

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Kick Start Christian Aid Fundraising with Chandler’s Ford Inter-Church Football Match

May 5, 2015 By Janet Williams 4 Comments

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Were you aware that an exciting football match was taking place at the Fryern Funtasia yesterday?

Fryern Funtasia reflects how the Chandler’s Ford community is connected – through music, drama, games, charity work, leisure, and social activities.

Our local churches gathered to show how they could have a bit of fun, and also raised awareness for Christian Aid. [Read more…] about Kick Start Christian Aid Fundraising with Chandler’s Ford Inter-Church Football Match

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Build a Community We Are Proud of: Fryern Funtasia 4th May 2015

May 4, 2015 By Janet Williams 7 Comments

Hundreds of people indulged in a great day at the fourth Fryern Funtasia this afternoon at Fryern Recreation Ground.

Fryern Funtasia is a community-led event organised by local volunteers and local businesses, with support from Chandler’s Ford Parish Council.

Fryern Funtasia is a fusion of village fete with funfair atmosphere: [Read more…] about Build a Community We Are Proud of: Fryern Funtasia 4th May 2015

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Tags: brass band, Centrestage Theatre, Chameleon Theatre, Chandler's Ford Parish Council, Chandler’s Ford community, charity, Christian Aid, churches together, community, Eastleigh Borough Council, event, Fryern Funtasia, Fryern Recreation Ground, fundraising, good neighbours, Methodist Church, music, One Community, photography, Rotary Club, school, social

Do You Remember…The Precinct Gift Centre?

May 4, 2015 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

Brian and Suzette Matthews feature: The Precinct Gift Centre

This is a new Do you Remember series. You’re invited to share your fond memories of Chandler’s Ford.

Is there a particular shop, a person, or a service that you remember and want to share?

Today I start off this series with my favourite gift shop, The Precinct Gift Centre, which closed in February 2006.

The Precinct Gift Centre was a precious gift shop at the Central Precinct of Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Do You Remember…The Precinct Gift Centre?

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Tags: Bournemouth Road, Central Precinct, Chandler's Ford, community, family, good neighbours, interview, local businesses, local interest, memory

Chandler’s Ford Updates: What’s around the Corner for You?

May 1, 2015 By SO53 News 1 Comment

Gibson's card gallery reopens - Chandler's Ford

Great News! Gibson’s Card Gallery at The Mall has re-opened.

Gibson’s Card Gallery was closed in April for a while, but re-opened just a few days ago.

Gibson’s Card Gallery is one of the oldest independent shops in Chandler’s Ford. It specialises in birthday cards, balloons, and gifts.

[Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Updates: What’s around the Corner for You?

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Life as a Small Publisher: Allison Symes Talks to Gill James

May 1, 2015 By Allison Symes 6 Comments

Gill James Bridge House publishing

Gill James and I met at the Isle of Wight Writers’ Conference, which was run by Felicity Fair Thompson from 2000 to 2005.

This was a weekend conference based in Shanklin or Sandown with guest speakers. There was a special speaker after the main Conference dinner on the Saturday night. David Nobbs (Reggie Perrin) and Raymond Allen (Some Mothers Do Have Them) were just two of the after dinner speakers who entertained us all. [Read more…] about Life as a Small Publisher: Allison Symes Talks to Gill James

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Tags: arts and crafts, blogging, books, Chandler's Ford, interview, literature, reading, review, travel, writing

Fairtrade Fashion Show: Who Made Your Clothes?

April 29, 2015 By Janet Williams 3 Comments

Last Friday in Chandler’s Ford, there was a fashion show of a difference.

The Fairtrade Fashion Show brought many residents to St. Martin in the Wood church, where we learnt about the importance of buying Fairtrade products, and had a chance to appreciate and buy a wide range of beautiful Fairtrade clothes, jewellery and accessories, toys, cards, and gifts. [Read more…] about Fairtrade Fashion Show: Who Made Your Clothes?

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Tags: campaign, Chandler’s Ford community, Christian Aid, Christianity, community, crafts, Eastleigh, education, event, Fairtrade, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, religion, St. Martin, Traidcraft

St. George’s Day Parade Chandler’s Ford 2015

April 26, 2015 By Janet Williams 10 Comments

St. George’s Day Parade in Chandler’s Ford took place this afternoon at 2.30pm.

In last year’s parade, Carolyn Darbyshire MBE retired as District Commissioner.

In today’s parade, we met Chandler’s Ford’s new District Commissioner John Leeks. [Read more…] about St. George’s Day Parade Chandler’s Ford 2015

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New – Tropic Exotics in Eastleigh Town Centre

April 25, 2015 By Ben Williams 5 Comments

Tropic Exotics Eastleigh opened today.

Note: November 2016:

Tropic Exotics closed its door on 19 Nov 2016. [Read more…] about New – Tropic Exotics in Eastleigh Town Centre

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Police Continue to Appeal for Information About Missing Man

April 23, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Stephen Munden Missing Man

Update from Hampshire Police 26th April 2015: Missing man Stephen Munden has been found.

#Missing Stephen Munden has been found, detained and taken to a mental health facility. Thanks to public for sharing our appeal.

— Hampshire Police (@HantsPolice) April 26, 2015

This is a message sent via Neighbourhood Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Hampshire Constabulary. [Read more…] about Police Continue to Appeal for Information About Missing Man

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Chandler’s Ford Hustings: Huge Turnout

April 22, 2015 By Janet Williams 2 Comments

Chandler's Ford hustings 22 April 2015

Update of GE2015 result: Winchester Constituency

Winchester and Chandler’s Ford MP: Steve Brine (Conservative)

Member of Parliament for Winchester result: BRINE Steve Conservative 30,425 received – [hold] #GE2015

— Winchester CC (@WinchesterCity) May 8, 2015

[Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Hustings: Huge Turnout

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Democratic Dashboard: Helping You Access Data for Election

April 22, 2015 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Chandler’s Ford hustings will be taking place this evening – 22nd April 2015 (Wednesday) at the Methodist Church. It’s time we focussed and did some good reading about the 2015 election.

I recommend Democratic Dashboard.

Democratic Dashboard is a project established by the Democratic Audit, based in the London School of Economics. [Read more…] about Democratic Dashboard: Helping You Access Data for Election

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Political Party – Political Candidate: The Truth?

April 20, 2015 By Mike Sedgwick Leave a Comment

No doubt our parliamentarians are skilled and consummate operators in the Chamber at Westminster, along the corridors of power, in the committee rooms and subsidised bars and when meeting with their civil servants.

Now that they are out on the hustings they are like fish out of water. [Read more…] about Political Party – Political Candidate: The Truth?

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Coming to Town: Fawlty Towers by Chameleon Theatre Company

April 20, 2015 By Janet Williams 2 Comments

Fawlty Towers Chameleon Theatre Company Chandler's Ford

The classic British sit com Fawlty Towers is coming to Chandler’s Ford this week.

Chandler’s Ford Chameleon Theatre Company will bring the ridiculous life in the dysfunctional Fawlty Towers to Chandler’s Ford residents from tomorrow. [Read more…] about Coming to Town: Fawlty Towers by Chameleon Theatre Company

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Public Consultation for Hiltingbury Tennis Courts

April 19, 2015 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

A public consultation is to be held on Wednesday 22nd April starting 13:45 (expected to run for a maximum 2 hours) at the Hocombe Hall at The Hilt, Hiltingbury Community Centre.

All tennis players are invited.

The background and purpose are as follows:
[Read more…] about Public Consultation for Hiltingbury Tennis Courts

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St. George Visited Eastleigh – Who is St. George?

April 19, 2015 By chippy minton 6 Comments

St. George visited Eastleigh

St. George visited Eastleigh early this year.

Yesterday Eastleigh town centre celebrated everything about old England with an enjoyable family fun day – celebrating the Patron Saint of England, St. George who apparently single-handedly slayed the Dragon. [Read more…] about St. George Visited Eastleigh – Who is St. George?

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Exciting April Events in Chandler’s Ford

April 18, 2015 By Janet Williams 2 Comments

Next week is going to be a busy week for Chandler’s Ford.

All events are listed on this Upcoming Events page, but below are some highlights:

Election: Hustings event on Wednesday 22nd April

Highlight of the week will be a Chandler’s Ford Hustings event on Wednesday 22nd April at 7.30pm [Read more…] about Exciting April Events in Chandler’s Ford

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1st Chandler’s Ford Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades: Successful National Music Festival (Southern)

April 15, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

1st Chandler’s Ford Boys’ & Girls’ Brigades Successful National Music Festival (Southern) 2015

On Saturday 28th March Chandler’s Ford Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades hosted The Boys’ Brigade Southern National Music Festival at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church.

The festival offers all the young people in The Brigades, from across the south of England, the opportunity to participate in performing with one another as well as the chance to have their musical ability recognised. [Read more…] about 1st Chandler’s Ford Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades: Successful National Music Festival (Southern)

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Appeal Following Chandler’s Ford Burglary

April 15, 2015 By SO53 News 2 Comments

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From Hampshire Constabulary:

Police are appealing for information following a burglary that occurred in Hiltingbury Road, Hiltingbury West sometime between 12pm on Saturday, April 11 and 5.30pm on Sunday, April 12. [Read more…] about Appeal Following Chandler’s Ford Burglary

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