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Eastleigh Tec Hub Members Create Wearable Interactive Map for Agincourt Project

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Members of Eastleigh’s Tec Hub have been commissioned to create an interactive map of Hampshire, which can be worn and provides users with historical context surrounding the battle of Agincourt.

The interactive wearable map is being created by Marcus Pullen of Blue Donut Studios, and David Overton of SplashMaps as part of Eastleigh Borough Council Culture Unit’s Road To Agincourt project in association with the national Agincourt 600 charity. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Tec Hub Members Create Wearable Interactive Map for Agincourt Project

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After Christmas – Local Rubbish Collection Days and Recycling Tips

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Wonder when your rubbish bins will be collected after Christmas?

What to do with your Christmas trees?

Where can you recycle your empty Christmas chocolate tins?

Read on to find out more. [Read more…] about After Christmas – Local Rubbish Collection Days and Recycling Tips

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Read Bill Bryson’s Portrayal of Eastleigh Town. Do You Agree?

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This Christmas I spent an enormous amount of time doing something rather strange.

I found myself ‘defending Eastleigh’ a lot to my family.

The problem was that I started reading Bill Bryson’s new book, The Road to Little Dribbling, on Christmas day, after gift-giving, and before mother-in-law’s turkey was ready. This book has now topped the UK hardback charts for the third week. [Read more…] about Read Bill Bryson’s Portrayal of Eastleigh Town. Do You Agree?

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Join The Point and Share Your Stories for its 20th Birthday Celebrations

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The Point theatre will be celebrating its milestone 20th anniversary in 2016 and is looking for stories and memories from the public to help with its year-long birthday celebrations.

Having already kick-started the celebrations with a radical redesign of its foyer and bar area, [Read more…] about Join The Point and Share Your Stories for its 20th Birthday Celebrations

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Have Your Say on New Ward Boundaries for Eastleigh

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The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking people across Eastleigh for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Eastleigh Borough Council.

The Commission has also announced that it is minded to recommend that the council should have 39 councillors in future: five fewer than the current arrangements. [Read more…] about Have Your Say on New Ward Boundaries for Eastleigh

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Eastleigh’s Christmas Lights Switch on – 21st November 2015

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I was in Eastleigh for a couple of hours today, and guess who I met?

First I was greeted by an emu, then I bumped into Mayor of Eastleigh Councillor Jane Welsh. Christmas must be around the corner as I think I also met one of the Wise Kings (in November)! [Read more…] about Eastleigh’s Christmas Lights Switch on – 21st November 2015

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Don’t Forget: Winter Open Studios This Weekend at the Sorting Office Eastleigh

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The Sorting Office in Eastleigh will open for its annual Winter Open Studios this weekend (21st and 22nd November 2015).

Now in its third year, the Winter Open Studios will run over two days, opening on Saturday November 21 from 11am to 5pm, and on Sunday November 22 from 11am to 4pm. [Read more…] about Don’t Forget: Winter Open Studios This Weekend at the Sorting Office Eastleigh

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Remembrance Sunday in Chandler’s Ford: 8 November 2015

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On Remembrance Sunday on the 8th of November in 2015, people from Chandler’s Ford remembered and honoured the fallen.

180 people assembled outside St. Boniface Church at the Chandler’s Ford War Memorial as poppies were laid at the foot of the memorial. [Read more…] about Remembrance Sunday in Chandler’s Ford: 8 November 2015

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Eastleigh Artist’s Designs Picked up for New ASDA Greetings Card Range

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Two designs created by Eastleigh-based artist Lisa Jean Gardner, who works under the name Iris Hill, have been chosen by supermarket giant Asda to feature on a range of greetings cards.

Lisa’s designs, easily recognisable by her use of inks and watercolour to create bright, whimsical patterns and scenes, [Read more…] about Eastleigh Artist’s Designs Picked up for New ASDA Greetings Card Range

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Things to Do during October Half Term in Chandler’s Ford and Eastleigh Town Centre

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Yes the October half term holiday is upon us. What’s your plan?

First, the coffin has arrived!

What am I talking about? The coffin has now arrived at Ritchie Hall ready for the Chameleon Theatre Company’s new production, Dracula. [Read more…] about Things to Do during October Half Term in Chandler’s Ford and Eastleigh Town Centre

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Show You Care – Chandler’s Ford Fairtrade Autumn Market

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Councillor Louise Bloom from Hedge End recently visited Chandler’s Ford promoting Fairtrade.

Eastleigh is now officially a Fairtrade Borough, a status achieved on 7th May 2015. Councillor Louise Bloom, a strong Fairtrade promoter, said she hopes more companies would support Fairtrade in the Borough of Eastleigh. [Read more…] about Show You Care – Chandler’s Ford Fairtrade Autumn Market

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Charlotte Mary Yonge in Eastleigh

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Charlotte Mary Yonge? Who is she?

She is the woman represented by the new statue of a seated figure in the approach to Eastleigh Railway Station. Yes, but who is she?

Charlotte Mary Yonge is hardly known these days but she was a notable novelist in her time. [Read more…] about Charlotte Mary Yonge in Eastleigh

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Hiltingbury Summer PACT Meeting: Thursday 16th July 7pm Merdon School

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From Neighbourhood Policing Team:

Thursday 16th July 2015 at 7pm Merdon School, Merdon Avenue, Chandler’s Ford.
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Eastleigh Artists Shine: Mayor’s Ceremonial Mace and Chain

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In 2014, glassware artist Carly Mann was commissioned by Eastleigh Borough Council to design and make a new Ceremonial Mace for the new Mayor of Eastleigh in collaboration with Prysmian Group.

The body is formed in brass by the talented team at Prysmian, then plated in gold and silver. The glass panels in the mace head are painted and gilded by the artist. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Artists Shine: Mayor’s Ceremonial Mace and Chain

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Eastleigh Borough Achieves Fairtrade Status

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Thanks to the hard work by the volunteers at the Fairtrade in Eastleigh Borough Campaign, Eastleigh Borough has achieved Fairtrade Status on 7th May 2015.

This is in recognition of the support obtained from faith groups, schools, businesses, organisations and individuals in promoting the Fairtrade message. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Borough Achieves Fairtrade Status

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The Sorting Office: Summer Open Studios: 13 -14 June 2015

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Don’t miss The Sorting Office’s annual Summer Open Studios on June 13 and 14 (Saturday and Sunday) in Eastleigh town centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity to see behind the scenes of thriving designer-maker studios. You’ll meet 16 artists, watch them at work, take part in demonstrations, and shop for exquisite handcrafted goods and designs. [Read more…] about The Sorting Office: Summer Open Studios: 13 -14 June 2015

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

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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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Public Consultation for Hiltingbury Tennis Courts

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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:
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