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Here we hope you get to discover Chandler's Ford, through local stories, Chandler's Ford history, events, and reflections and debates of topical issues. How has Chandler's Ford shown community spirit? How are we connected? This tag invites you to explore and develop our community together.

Eastleigh Police Ask Drivers to Slow Down

May 11, 2015 By SO53 News 4 Comments

police lamp feature

Today Eastleigh Police asked Chandler’s Ford drivers to slow down.

“Over 35 vehicles identified as speeding between 3pm and 4.15pm on Hursley Road today by our Communtiy Speedwatch Team. Please Slow Down!” [Read more…] about Eastleigh Police Ask Drivers to Slow Down

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New Messy Church at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church

May 8, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church is running its first Messy Church this Saturday (9th May 2015) from 4pm to 6pm.

You are welcome to attend.

The Methodist Church has now relaunched its popular Saturday Church as Messy Church.

At the Fryern Funtasia on Monday, Messy Church [Read more…] about New Messy Church at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church

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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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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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Tags: Chandler's Ford, Chandler's Ford Parish Council, charity, Christian Aid, community, event, Fryern Arcade, Fryern Funtasia, good neighbours, local interest, The Mall, Winchester Road

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

Review: Fawlty Towers by Chameleon Theatre Company

April 24, 2015 By Ben Williams 12 Comments

Fawlty Towers Chameleon Theatre Company Chandler's Ford

Wednesday was the first showing of the Chameleon Theatre Company’s Fawlty Towers.

I got to see it on Tuesday night at a free “press screening” and a special night to entertain the elderly from our local nursing homes in Chandler’s Ford.

Here is my review of the show. [Read more…] about Review: Fawlty Towers by Chameleon Theatre Company

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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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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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Tags: Chandler's Ford, churches together, coffee shop, community, craft fair, election, entertainment, event, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, Methodist Church, music, politics, Rotary Club, scouting, social, St. George's Day, St. Martin, The Hilt, theatre

No Books = No Movies?

April 17, 2015 By Allison Symes 5 Comments

One of the great joys of stories is that there are so many formats in which to enjoy them. It is far easier now to have stories on demand especially via laptop, tablet or mobile. The Banbury Cross lady had music wherever she went but I’d rather have stories wherever I go!

There are flash fiction stories, standard length stories (usually up to 2000 words) [Read more…] about No Books = No Movies?

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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

police lamp feature

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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Local Author News – Allison Symes

April 11, 2015 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Allison Symes

Have you heard of the Society of Authors?

Congratulations to local writer and regular contributor to Chandler’s Ford Today, Allison Symes, who has been elected to become a Full Member of the Society of Authors.

[Read more…] about Local Author News – Allison Symes

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Tags: blogging, books, celebrations, Chandler's Ford, community, hobby, interview, local interest, reading, writing

What’s Happened to Gibson’s Card Gallery at the Mall?

April 10, 2015 By Janet Williams 7 Comments

Gibson's card gallery feature

Update on 1st May 2015: Gibson’s Card Gallery reopened two weeks after this post was first published.

The owners of Gibson put a note on the shop window about its brief closure for 2 weeks: “Please use us or lose us!” [Read more…] about What’s Happened to Gibson’s Card Gallery at the Mall?

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A Hero of Trees – Richard St. Barbe Baker

April 6, 2015 By Mike Sedgwick 6 Comments

One hundred years ago, on the battlefields of Flanders, lay a young officer of the Royal Horse Artillery. He was wounded, presumed dead.

Twice more during WWI he was wounded and recovered. He was awarded the Military Cross.

After the war he was able to pursue his dream and study forestry at Cambridge. [Read more…] about A Hero of Trees – Richard St. Barbe Baker

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Easter Sunday: Daffodils Cross and Easter Eggs

April 5, 2015 By Janet Williams 3 Comments

Easter Sunday cross decorated with daffodils St. Boniface Church Chandler's Ford

Easter Sunday – how did you spend your day today?

The wooden cross at St. Boniface Church is decorated with hundreds of yellow daffodils.

A little display area shows the scene of “He is not here, but is risen”. [Read more…] about Easter Sunday: Daffodils Cross and Easter Eggs

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