Andover Advertiser

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council made £2.45 million from parking fines in one year
Parking fines and traffic enforcement are generating millions of pounds for the county council, including a £2.45 million haul from penalty charges

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:42:50 +0100
Everything you need to know if you are voting in the Hampshire elections today
Residents across Hampshire region will head to polling stations on Thursday, May 7, to choose their borough, district, city and county councillors.

Thu, 07 May 2026 07:34:07 +0100
LIVE: Election day begins as thousands across Hampshire go to the polls
Thousands of residents are heading to the polls today to vote in the local elections, including Hampshire County Council.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Opinion: 'Young’uns are our future: give them a chance'
So there I was, busying myself with the serious business of making paper aeroplanes from the many flyers we’ve received about the forthcoming local elections. Frankly, it’s all they’re good for, and flyers and aeroplanes seem such a natural mar...

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hospital trust told to scrap urgent care contract after serious breaches
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been ordered to abandon a multi-million pound contract process for urgent treatment services at Basingstoke and Winchester hospitals after an independent panel found nine rule breaches.

Wed, 06 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100
One-bedroom bungalow in need of some modernisation on market for £310,000
The home, "situated in a favoured location", requires some modernisation but offers "well planned accommodation".

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Two Andover nurseries named among South East's best from parent feedback
Two nurseries in Andover have been named among the best in the South East after both were included in the Top 20 nurseries in South East England by Day Nurseries.

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Late-night charity swim to support domestic abuse survivors
Andover Leisure Centre will host a special fundraising session in aid of Finding Freedom From Abuse on Friday, May 29, from 10.15pm to 11.30pm.

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Shadow chancellor praises regeneration plans for Andover
Shadow Chancellor Sir Mel Stride MP visited Andover to highlight the successful regeneration projects ahead of the elections.

Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Crowds to be wowed by air displays and classic vehicles at popular museum event
Air displays will take place throughout the day, including a first-ever appearance by the Royal Navy Raiders parachute team.

Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Drink-driver who failed to co-operate is spared jail and banned from the roads
Drink-driver Dean Millins has received a suspended prison sentence and a three-year driving ban after refusing to provide a breath specimen.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Driver who left man with serious injuries in hotel car park hit-and-run is jailed
Christopher Walker from Grateley has been jailed for nine months and banned from driving for nearly four years after a hit-and-run at a Travelodge.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chilbolton observatory warns 75‑home plan ‘threatens’ vital UK science site
The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), which runs Chilbolton Observatory, has sent fresh documents to Test Valley Borough Council over the outline application for up to 75 homes.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School shortlisted for awards celebrating the best in the UK
The White Horse Federation is a finalist in the TES Schools Awards - often described as the "Oscars of the education sector".

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:04:34 +0100
ITV bringing back iconic show after 28 years away with popular TV star set to host
ITV is bringing back the iconic Name That Tune gameshow for the first time in over two decades - with Alison Hammond fronting it.

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:57:05 +0100
Here is how much this limited edition Peter Rabbit 50p coin sold for on eBay
A rare Peter Rabbit 50p coin has sold on eBay for more than £1,500.

Tue, 05 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Chalet-style semi-detached home on the market for £350,000
The property comprises an entrance hall, a sitting room with front-facing views, and a dining room that leads into a "good-sized" kitchen.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Fear for walkers and riders as parish objects to ‘dangerous’ Test Valley Farm plan
Chilbolton Parish Council has objected to the way construction at Test Valley Farm is proposed to be managed, warning the current plans are unsafe, lack detail and should not be approved.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'It's important that women can defend themselves even if it’s just basic skills'
I feel we should run more sessions like this in the local Church hall as we need this locally and it is important that women can defend themselves.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New Hampshire pub announces soft launch nights with half-price food
Chickpea Group has announced the opening of its first Hampshire pub, The Great Decoy, in Hurstbourne Tarrant, marking a major new chapter for the growing company.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New paddock bungalow plan sparks parish council and neighbour objections
An application has been submitted to Test Valley Borough Council to build a two‑bedroom single‑storey home with a detached office on land to the north‑west of Matthews Cottage.

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New art exhibition on memory, landscape and emotion opens in Andover
A new art exhibition is inviting visitors to reflect on memory, landscape, and emotional experience.

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Business in bid for alcohol licence for cosy, dog-friendly café in former MOT garage
INION GROUP LTD has submitted an application to the Licensing Authority at Test Valley Borough Council, seeking a new premises licence for MOTea and Coffee Cafe.

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dedicated bat roost proposed as part of Longstock farm overhaul
A full planning application has been submitted for Charity Down Farm, Charity Down Lane, Longstock, seeking permission for the partial demolition of an existing agricultural building.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:32:33 +0100
Free webinar: 5 easy wins to help funeral directors stand out online
LOCALiQ UK is hosting a free 45‑minute online seminar designed to give increased Google visibility to funeral directors

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:01:52 +0100
Shoppers warned 'do not eat' chocolate bars from B&M and Home Bargains due to recall
Loudwater Trade & Finance Ltd is recalling its Millennium Peanuts Caramel Milk Chocolate, which is sold in B&M and Home Bargains.

Mon, 04 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Three-bedroom house with summerhouse on the market for £425,000
The property is spread over three floors and is said to be "ideal for modern family living".

Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Andover school rated ‘strong’ for inclusion and wellbeing under new Ofsted framework
Knights Enham Nursery and Infant School has been praised by Ofsted for its "highly effective" inclusion and "caring" ethos after inspectors visited the Andover school.

Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Andover businessman targets world record with 156-kick charity challenge
Andover's Tommy Gentleman, will attempt 156 rugby conversions in 60 minutes on June 17 in support of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY).

Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Andover Stannah team kicks off nationwide 4,000-mile hospice fundraiser
Colleagues have kicked off the ambitious 4,000-mile effort using an indoor exercise bike, raising more than £700 so far for the Countess of Brecknock Hospice.

Mon, 04 May 2026 12:13:45 +0100
Polling stations in Test Valley for 7 May election
With the May 7 county council elections just around the corner, anyone who is eligible and registered should have received their polling card by now.

Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Homeworking travel business wins national award
A homeworking travel business has won national recognition at a major industry awards ceremony.

Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Why is there a bench in Amesbury shaped like an aurochs?
Why a bench in the shape of an aurochs? And what is an aurochs?

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
From fun rides to skydives: 'Stalwart' raises £43,000 for air ambulance
The Frenches Farm Fun Ride saw 150 participants take to the saddle this year and continues to enjoy strong community support.

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Neighbourhood plan ‘ignored’ as nine‑home development approved for village
Residents say the decision ignores long‑standing flooding and sewage problems around the Wallop Brook and cuts across community‑led planning work steering development away from the south of the village.

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Serial shoplifter who ignored Tesco ban and stole meat again is spared jail
Dean Hutchinson, a serial shoplifter who stole from a Tesco store in Andover while already banned, has been spared jail.

Sun, 03 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Home for people 'who love to entertain' on the market for £399,950
The estate agent has described the property as "beautifully presented" and "ideal for families and those who love to entertain".

Sun, 03 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Retired nurse swaps scrubs for adventure in 1974 campervan
A retired nurse is swapping her scrubs for adventure on a new journey across Europe.

Sun, 03 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Extremely dangerous' - Hampshire police seize thousands of e-scooters and bikes
Thousands of e-scooters and e-bikes have been seized by Hampshire Police over the past year as part of a continued crackdown on illegal and dangerous use.

Sun, 03 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Hidden pension gap hits mums hardest - but here's how to claim from HMRC
A delay to a system designed to restore lost National Insurance credits has sparked anger, with many mothers still facing gaps in their state pension records.

Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Man runs 50 miles on 50th birthday and raises £3,500 for hospice
Stuart Broadhurst, from Andover, took on the challenge to raise funds for the Countess of Brecknock Hospice

Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
WASPI women write to council candidates demanding action over pension fight
The Hampshire and Solent WASP group has urged all local candidates to support their call for fair compensation for women born in the 1950s.

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular massage business marks five-year milestone of supporting wellbeing
Goby Massage, run by Sarah Williams, has reached its fifth anniversary following years of dedication, perseverance and continued professional development.

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who assaulted woman and damaged child's car seat handed restraining order
A man who assaulted a woman, damaged a child's car seat and made threatening remarks in Andover has been handed a community order.

Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Vinted rule change bans users from selling these two items
Vinted is prohibiting listing any knives or sharp objects, 'regardless of size or intended use'.

Sat, 02 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Three-bedroom semi-detached house on market for £425,000
A well-balanced home offering both character features and versatile living space, situated in a convenient and well-regarded location.

Sat, 02 May 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Millions could get £100 as Nationwide tops switching charts again
Nationwide is leading UK bank switching gains, helped by its £100 payout to members as switching levels surge by 43%.

Sat, 02 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Traditional circus to perform in town with tickets from £10
A traditional touring circus is set to return with its latest production.

Sat, 02 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Restaurant Layton’s seeks premises licence to sell alcohol
PGL CATERING & EVENTS has submitted an application to the Licensing Authority at Test Valley Borough Council, seeking a new premises licence for Layton’s.

Sat, 02 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Hampshire charity honoured for commitment to creating positive change
The charity offers Respite Breaks, Health and Wellbeing Breaks, and ongoing support to help children.

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