Andover Advertiser

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Andover: Works at ATS Euromaster and new homes in latest planning
This is a summary of planning applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending October 12.

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New playground at Vigo Park declared a hit by families and children
The new playground in Andover has been a hit with children and those who have to take them to it.

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Two-year-old boy 'traumatised' after nursery failed to notice broken leg
A mother has raised concerns after a Hampshire nursery failed to notice her son had broken his leg.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 03:30:00 +0100
M3 and M27 closures for Hanpshire 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 October 17 to 19

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
'Stunning' four-bedroom thatched cottage on the market for £630,000
Charming four-bedroom thatched cottage for sale in Little London, Hampshire. £630,000. Features a south-facing garden, a garage, and character interiors.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Eco-friendly bungalow with 15 solar panels on the market for £475,000
Eco-friendly three-bed detached chalet bungalow with 15 solar panels for sale in Grateley. No onward chain, spacious living room, and garage.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:32:05 +0100
Meet new okapi calf born at Hampshire zoo
Hampshire's most well-known zoo has welcomed a new endangered species and visitors will soon be able to take a look at the animal and her calf in all her glory.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:25:48 +0100
Hampshire County Council removes two flags from roads
Two flags have been removed from Hampshire roads after being found to pose a danger to drivers.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:39:38 +0100
Children wait nearly two years for autism assessments, council committee hears
Children are waiting nearly two years for autism assessments.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:44:47 +0100
RECAP: A303 drivers face five miles of congestion after crash
One lane is closed on the A303 eastbound near Salisbury because of a crash

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:39:45 +0100
The Forsytes: New show perfect for fans of Bridgerton - and we got a sneak peek
The Forsytes reimagines John Galsworthy's celebrated Forsyte Saga novels, which take place in the backdrop of Victorian England, featuring themes of family drama, love, passion and societal pressures.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:31:00 +0100
Former Top Gear host Chris Harris amazes locals as he films in town with Aston Martin
Former Top Gear presenter and racing driver Chris Harris was spotted outside a cafe in an Aston Martin Valkyrie supercar.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Marketing company named finalist in county business awards
A marketing company has been named a finalist in the New Business of the Year category.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Families urged to stay vigilant during Diwali celebrations by police commissioner
Communities are being urged to stay vigilant during Diwali celebrations.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Freemasons team up with Royal British Legion to support Poppy Appeal in Hampshire
Freemasons are teaming up with the Royal British Legion to support the launch of this year’s Poppy Appeal.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Students across region learn CPR on Restart a Heart Day
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) took part in this year’s Restart a Heart Day on Wednesday, October 15.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Sheep farmer, 21, crowned Young Farmer of the Year at national awards ceremony
Matt Hancocks, who lives in Longstock, became the Farmers Weekly Awards 2025 Young Farmer of the Year on Thursday, October 2, at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Parents vow to fight plans to close school described as 'heartbeat' of the community
Smannell and Enham Primary School, in Andover is facing uncertainty after Hampshire County Council starts the initial consultation phase for a proposed closure.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:08:54 +0100
Clothing will dry faster if you avoid hanging it in one room of your house
Air drying clothes in homes becomes a more common practice in the autumn/winter months, and there's one room you should avoid drying laundry in

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:07:15 +0100
Tesco to take on over 28,500 Christmas temps for the festive season
The pay starts from £12.64 an hour, with flexible shifts.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:06:01 +0100
Expert reveals simple tip to heat your radiators faster and save money on bills
An expert has shared that increasing the flow temperature of your boiler can help make your radiators heat up faster.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:05:12 +0100
Brits warned about three deadly Victorian-era diseases that are making comeback
Brits are being warned about these three deadly Victorian-era diseases that are making a comeback.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:03:32 +0100
The hidden cost of speed cameras costing UK drivers extra £291m - all to know
New data shows on average, car insurance premiums will rise 23% for those with a speeding conviction

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:04:45 +0100
Beatrix Potter 50p coin up for sale for more than £10,000
A 2017 Beatrix Potter Jeremy Fisher 50p coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II is listed on eBay for over £10,000 by a Bournemouth seller. Collectible UK coin.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Citizens Advice: Advice on Halloween costumes
We are a charity offering free, independent, confidential, and impartial advice to residents of Test Valley, relating to benefits, work, debt and money, consumer (including energy), relationships, housing, law and rights, discrimination, tax, healthc...

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson returning to stage in Andover
Colin Baker and Terry Molloy are reuniting on stage in a Sherlock Holmes radio play.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
'Wouldn't it be great if Hampshire celebrated like Malta does?'
No doubt this experience is shared by many – we had the flu for nearly three weeks! We were really worried that a week in Malta, booked several months before, was going to have to be abandoned. Thankfully, we recovered enough to squeeze onto an eco...

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Teenage cannabis problem in Amesbury being ignored, says resident
Drug use among teenagers is a problem in Amesbury, according to a resident frustrated by his attempts to alert police.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
'Pink and beautiful' Vicolo Lounge opens in Andover
The new bar and cafe in Andover wants to be a "home from home" for its customers, who can stay as long as they like.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Ladbrokes: Entain faces more criticism over scaffolding
More voices have joined the growing backlash against the owner of Ladbrokes in Andover.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Event celebrates importance of 'talking' to boost mental health
Andover Over 55s Forum marked International Day for Older People by highlighting mental health, communication, and support services for older adults.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Well-loved' retired doctor's heartfelt tale of surgery in Andover
A well-loved GP, Dr Malcolm Stone, has written a book about St Mary's Surgery in Andover after his retirement.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Pub raises more than £2,500 for charity over weekend
The Foresters Arms pub raised over £2,500 for charity with Macmillan Coffee Morning and FAGS Charity Day events. Local support.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:14:51 +0100
Urgent speed camera warning issued to drivers in Hampshire
A surge in drivers being caught by speed cameras has been blamed for an increase in penalty points.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:13:53 +0100
Tesco issues warning urging shoppers to return recalled item over safety risk
The magazine, named after popular children's cartoon character Peppa Pig, was on sale in Tesco in September

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:12:59 +0100
Winter Fuel Payment scam warning from DWP as text message fraud soars
Pensioners are being warned to look out for Winter Fuel Payment text message scams following a surge in opportunistic criminal fraud

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
The season that saves our sanity: Hannah Stephens' wellbeing column
There’s something magical about autumn.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Village land on the outskirts of Andover up for auction with guide price of £65,000
Village land on the outskirts of Andover is up for auction with Clive Emson Auctioneers. 0.58 acres next to Locksbridge Road in Picket Piece, guide price £65,000–£75,000.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:32:57 +0100
Car show featuring more than 140 vehicles raises more than £14k for hospice charity
Concorde Classics Car Show 2025 in Eastleigh raised more than £14,400 for Naomi House & Jacksplace, featuring Ferraris, movie cars, and special guests Tiff Needell.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Popular farm to open for pumpkin picking season - with colour run spectacle
A farm near Andover is celebrating the start of pumpkin season.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Eco-friendly paths made from millions of straws installed at Hampshire zoo
Marwell Zoo in Hampshire unveils eco-friendly pathways made from recycled plastic with Oltco’s Recycle Bound, enhancing accessibility, safety, and sustainability.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Entrepreneur awarded £750 council grant to kickstart cleaning business
Founder of First Response Cleaning Solutions, Linette Pimm, was awarded a £750 Business Incentive Grant from Test Valley Borough Council.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:56:40 +0100
Suspected drug dealer, 18, charged after being stopped by police
Tyrone Lumunye, 18, from Feltham, charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, possession of criminal property, and breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order. Remanded.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:07:06 +0100
Hampshire councillors could see their allowances increase
Councillors in Hampshire could see their allowances increase by 2.5 per cent from April 2026.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:56:19 +0100
Nursery owners in Hampshire hit by council 'U-turn' over funding
A Hampshire nursery owner has lost thousands of pounds following a U-turn by Hampshire County Council on how it calculates childcare funding.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Scaffolding at Ladbrokes building on Andover High Street labelled an 'eyesore'
The owner of Ladbrokes on Andover High Street has come under fire for the state of its building.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
First padel courts in North Hampshire to be built at Andover Lawn Tennis Club
Andover Lawn Tennis Club in Upper Clatford has secured planning permission to build three padel courts.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
38th George Skeates Cross Country event announced
The 38th George Skeates Cross Country charity event has been announced.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Test Valley Borough Council food waste collections initiative begins
The new service enables residents to recycle food waste, such as meat, dairy, fruit, vegetables, bread, teabags, and coffee grounds, using their kitchen and kerbside caddies.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:48:47 +0100
'Unacceptable': Royal Mail fined £21 million for missing delivery targets
Royal Mail has been fined £21 million for missing delivery targets, Ofcom said, describing it as "unacceptable".

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