Andover Advertiser
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Grandmother raises £1,050 for Teenage Cancer Trust after grandson's diagnosis
Throughout the summer, Vanessa and supporters organised coffee mornings, charity bowls matches and a Ladies Charity Gala.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Andover Community Church Choir fills Rothsay Grange with hymns and memories
Residents enjoyed an afternoon of music and memories at a special choir performance.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Housebuilder celebrates pub putting community at the heart of its work
The award celebrates organisations that show a thoughtful and innovative approach to community engagement and social responsibility.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:00:00 +0000Hampshire charities can win a share of £240,000 in festive funding draw
The scheme will see 20 charities win £1,000 each day for 12 days in the lead-up to Christmas, totalling £240,000 in donations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Music festival raising money to support mental health recognised with top honour
This year’s festival featured more than 400 performers and volunteers across 17 venues in Andover town centre.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Over 200 festive shoeboxes collected for children in Eastern Europe
More than 200 shoeboxes have been filled with festive gifts for children in Eastern Europe.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Concerns over recycling shake-up requiring extra bins to separate paper and cardboard
Thousands of Hampshire households could need an extra recycling bin after a major shake-up of collections was approved.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:04:07 +0000Man, 80, dies after car was struck by lorry on A303
An 80-year-old man died after his car was hit by a lorry on the A303 near Deptford and Chicklade. Wiltshire Police appeals for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000'It gave me a huge confidence boost' - Amesbury artist lands dream exhibition
Amesbury artist Victoria Last has been selected from more than 6,800 entries to exhibit her oil painting at London's Mall Galleries.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000New rural crime app helping hundreds of Hampshire farmers
Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Constabulary launched the EyesOn app in March to support those working in rural and wildlife-related businesses.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Amesbury school gives food bank donations after first Harvest Festival
Christ the King Catholic School in Amesbury has held its first Harvest Festival, collecting food donations for people in need.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Teenager wins national working equitation title and targets 2027 world championships
A teenager is aiming to compete on the world stage after winning a national working equitation title.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:58:56 +0000Reform UK names new Hampshire leader after George Madgwick suspended
Reform UK in Hampshire is under new leadership after its former leader was suspended due to being charged with 35 offences including rape.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Hampshire gin brand announced as title partner for E1 raceboat finale in Miami
Bombay Sapphire supports the championship’s environmental focus, particularly as presenting partner of the E1 Blue Impact Championship.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000IN PICTURES: Sold-out firework festival lights up skies above Thruxton
Thousands of fireworks lit up the sky above Thruxton Circuit as families gathered for the sold-out Glitter & Glow festival.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Death of 'beautiful' one-year-old ruled as sudden and unexpected
Nora Pearce-Roberts, from Bedford, died aged one at her grandparents’ home in Broughton on February 8. Winchester inquest rules death sudden and unexpected.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 10:59:53 +0000Hundreds gather in Andover for moving Remembrance Sunday parade and service
Andover Remembrance Sunday parade saw veterans, cadets and residents honour fallen service personnel with a service, wreaths and a two-minute silence.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Only 10 per cent of Hampshire patients say GP appointments are easier to book
The survey, which ran from March 16 to May 28, gathered 896 responses from residents across Hampshire.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Test Valley to launch kerbside collection for small electricals, batteries and vapes
Households will be able to leave small electrical items, batteries and disposable vapes in a plastic bag beside their waste or recycling bins for separate collection.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:46:06 +0000Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson to reunite for Waitrose Christmas advert
Waitrose unveils The Perfect Gift 2, starring Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson in a festive wedding sequel as their Christmas advert romance continues.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:45:21 +0000British Airways announces major change to its Avios rewards system
British Airways has announced its Avios rewards system will be changing at the end of November and it benefits customers.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:44:14 +0000Starbucks to create 7,500 UK barista jobs with 500 new coffee shops planned
Starbucks will create 7,500 UK barista jobs and open 500 coffee shops by 2031, targeting growth in the Midlands, north of England, Wales and Scotland.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:41:32 +0000Maya Jama quits role as Love Island host after three years and nine series
Maya Jama steps down as ITV Love Island host after three years and nine series; ITV is yet to announce her replacement.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:40:45 +0000DWP issues urgent Universal Credit warning to pensioners who receive this letter
Pensioners who receive a Universal Credit Migration Notice must claim by their deadline to keep financial support.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:40:09 +0000The petrol station hack hiding in plain site that every driver should know
A dashboard arrow can help drivers find the fuel filler side, while forecourt tips cover wrong fuel, safety and pump etiquette.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:39:24 +0000Rare 50p Snowman coin sells for more than 350 times face value on eBay
The Royal Mint says mintage figures help establish a coin's rarity, and a low-mintage coin might sell for more than its face value.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:38:23 +0000Full list of every Lloyds and Halifax bank branch closing down
Lloyds and Halifax will close 250 UK bank branches in 2026 and 2027 as Lloyds Banking Group cuts its high street network amid online banking growth.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 21:00:00 +0000Detached home with 0.6-acre wraparound garden on market for £850,000
It offers a quiet living environment, benefiting from the closure of Junction Road to through traffic while retaining access to the surrounding area.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Families make memories as hospice hosts Halloween and Bonfire Night party
One of the young adults at the hospice, Jack, hosted the trick-or-treating station from his bedroom, handing out sweets and sensory toys to visitors.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Hampshire Chamber warns rate rise is ‘unwelcome news’ for businesses
The Bank of England has raised its base rate from 3.75 per cent to four per cent, the first increase in more than three years.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:07:11 +0000A303 reopens after 19-vehicle crash near Andover left one seriously injured
The A303 has reopened following a huge collision involving 19 vehicles near Andover.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:45:33 +0000Met Office issue yellow weather warning for heavy fog and delays in Andover
The warning is in place from 6 pm this evening (Sunday, November 8) to 11 am tomorrow (Monday, November 9) and warns of difficult travel conditions and possible delays due to fog.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:04:43 +0000Eight people injured in A303 pile-up that involved 16 vehicles
At least eight people were injured in a 16-vehicle collision on the A303 near Andover as fog affected the area on Saturday night.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000Activity zone's Halloween laser tag party sells out as players battle in missions
In the laser tag arena, players aimed to score points in various missions, testing their skills and working as a team.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000PHOTOS: The history behind Andover's Chantry Centre
Archive photographs reveal the lost homes, shops and cottages that once stood on Chantry Street before Andover's town-centre redevelopment.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 08:11:26 +000016 vehicles involved in major A303 crash near Andover
Sixteen vehicles were involved in a major collision on the A303 near Andover last night, leaving the westbound carriageway closed into this morning.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Driver fined and given three points for speeding in temporary 50mph zone
Mercedes driver fined £230 and ordered to pay £130 costs after speeding at 58mph in a temporary 50mph zone on the M27 near Eastleigh; three points issued.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Reduced planning scrutiny must not mean a quieter public voice'
Residents should engage early, follow an application throughout its progress and keep their representations accurate, relevant and up to date.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Andover Music Club preparing for final concert after nearly 80 years
Galliard Ensemble, a renowned wind quintet, will perform alongside international pianist Viv McLean.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for more than 420 times face value on eBay
Only 210,000 of the 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coins entered circulation.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 11:30:00 +0000Why we wear poppies for Remembrance Day and when to start wearing them
Poppies have become an important symbol of Remembrance Day, but why do we wear them, and when should you start wearing one?
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 10:25:00 +0000This heating temperature will help reduce mould and condensation in your home
A guide to heating, ventilation and other steps that can help reduce condensation and mould in homes across the UK.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:00:00 +0000You could soon be being fined for doing this one thing on your commute
England's shared e-bike consultation covers parking, rider behaviour and insurance. Find out what is proposed and how to respond.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Alastair Sim's Scrooge to be shown with live orchestra for 75th anniversary
The performance blends the nostalgia of classic cinema with the immediacy of live music, offering audiences a unique way to experience the festive classic.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Councillor joins 95 young people on dance floor at Andover Anarchy
A councillor joined young people on the dance floor at a youth-led music night.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Thousands of handcrafted poppies go on display at mill in Remembrance tribute
The display features cascades of knitted and crocheted poppies, created by volunteers from across the UK and beyond.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000New book follows Atlantic salmon’s journey from River Test to educate young people
John Miller launched I am Epic in Stockbridge on November 5, with actor Jim Murray, promoting Atlantic salmon conservation and natural history education.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000Attic conversion, tree works and solar panels in latest planning applications
Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or email to: planning@testvalley.gov.uk.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000'A Budget full of nothing amid economic uncertainty is negligence'
My Conservative colleagues have proposed £36 billion in welfare savings alongside proper investment in our national defence.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000'I’ve tried working from home and it means something altogether different'
My experience of semi-retirement leaves me wondering how I ever found time to go to work.