Andover Advertiser

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:03:28 +0000
Drivers escape injury in four car crash on A303 during rush hour
There has been a crash on the A303 just outside of Andover. This live blog will keep you up to date with what has happened.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Schools compete for £1,500 cash prize in Christmas song competition
The project, called Brackenwood’s Big Sing, has seen schools across the region, including special needs schools, recording and submitting their Christmas songs.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
County council urges public to have say on local government shake-up
Hampshire County Council urges the public to join the public consultation for local government reorganisation.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Family-run restaurant wins award again thanks to 'quality food'
The Light of Asia on Andover High Street has been named Best Indian Restaurant in the Area by the Good Food Awards.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:42:10 +0000
How to cut your petrol costs as budget fuel duty increase could put 5p on a litre
Fuel Duty could be increased by 5p per litre in the budget, alongside 3p pay-per-mile for EVs and the return of the fuel price escalator.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:40:49 +0000
The best-value meal deals revealed - and it’s not who you might think
The best-value lunchtime meal deals have been revealed - and there's a few surprises.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:39:56 +0000
Martin Lewis 'delighted' as high street giants give customers proper return rights
Martin Lewis is celebrating after 28 of the UK's biggest brands confirmed they would be giving customers their consumer rights to return items bought online - to the point where he has withdrawn his complaint to Trading Standards.

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:23:54 +0000
Price of a pint could rise from February as Reeves considers Alcohol Duty hike
Ahead of the autumn budget, there's speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could hike alcohol duty by as much as 4.5%.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +0000
Three-bedroom home up for sale in sought-after location
Three-bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Valencia Way, Andover, £285,000. Close to town centre, extended, gardens, no onward chain. Graham & Co.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
How to vote for your favourite Hampshire countryside project
The awards highlight work in the county, from woodland restoration to river protection.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Company staff spend night 'sleeping out' under stars at Stonehenge for charity
Nine associates from bakery business Rich’s, based at Andover Business Park, took part in the Big Sleep at Stonehenge on Friday, November 14

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
'Huge improvements' made in maternity care at Hampshire hospitals, inspectors say
CQC upgrades maternity care ratings at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital and Royal Hampshire County Hospital to 'good', recognising improvements at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Hampshire town family-run business has new look thanks to council funding
Andover Framing, a family-run business in Andover, has unveiled a newly refurbished shopfront, thanks to a grant from Test Valley Borough Council.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
400 energy efficient homes could be built with pocket parks and play areas
Bloor Homes has proposed building 400 homes on land east of Ludgershall as part of the Test Valley Borough Council’s emerging Draft Local Plan 2042, under draft Policy NA7.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire Christmas market returning with more than 80 stalls
The four-day event will take place at the Hawk Conservancy Trust in Amport from Thursday, November 27, to Sunday, November 30.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Enham shop and post office smash £500 Children in Need target
Enham Shop & Post Office has announced plans to support BBC Children in Need with a series of activities for the community to enjoy.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
22 lock up garages set to be auctioned in Hampshire town
The online auction, the last of eight by Clive Emson Auctioneers this year, concludes on December 11, with bidding live from December 9.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Hampshire village children clean up community in the name of Team Green
Calling themselves Team Green, the self-motivated litter pickers from Ludgershall have been spending their morning collecting rubbish to help keep their community tidy.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Three-bedroom house on market in 'peaceful' village for £399,950
Three-bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Over Wallop for £399,950. Modern living, countryside charm, gardens, parking, peaceful village location.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Andover teenager taking on daily challenge to support men's mental health
Archer Green, 19, is completing 500 push-ups every day throughout November as part of a fundraising campaign for Mind and Andy’s Man Club, charities that support mental health.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Much-loved Hampshire farm's fireworks display hailed a 'spectacular show'
A drive-in firework show took place at Bourne Valley Pick Your Own (PYO) farm in St Mary Bourne earlier this month, drawing more than 250 cars.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
New 'streamlined' payments scheme to be introduced at millions of clubs
New partnerships are set to boost grassroots football across England by making payment processes easier and more efficient.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
How Test Valley residents collected 400 tonnes of food waste in under five weeks
The total, gathered across Test Valley through a new weekly collection scheme, reached 420 tonnes—roughly the weight of one million footballs.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:23:12 +0000
PHOTOS: Crowds gather to watch Andover Christmas lights switch on 2025
The town's Christmas Festival took place on Friday, November 21, from 4 pm to 7 pm, bringing together residents and visitors for a night of free entertainment, community spirit, and seasonal celebrations.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'It really made my day' - Woman moved by random act of kindness in Greggs
A woman is hoping to thank a stranger for her random act of kindness after she helped her in the town centre.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Go Fudge Yo'self to refresh shop front to better reflect business
Laurien Edwards, owner of Go Fudge Yo'self at Unit 49 in Andover’s Chantry Centre, has submitted a planning application for a new shop sign as part of a revitalisation.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Building used as a postal delivery office to be auctioned for £125k
The property, located at 20 London Road, is one of 161 lots listed across southern England by Clive Emson Auctioneers.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Young gymnasts from Andover shine at national competition in Milton Keynes
Ellie received a silver medal for her vault routine and is now ranked as the sixth national gymnast for her age group.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Top tips on how to talk about money and why you should start
Embarrassment and fear of judgement or failure were the main reasons given for not talking about money.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Magic Michael leaves audiences spellbound at Now You See Me 3 film screening
A member of The Magic Circle, Michael King, from Abbotts Ann, stunned audiences at an Everyman Cinema screening of Now You See Me 3.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Hampshire stalking partnership wins national award for its 'significant impact'
These organisations address stalking through a "psychologically informed approach".

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Award-winning theatre company to bring smash hit musical to The Lights
The musical promises a night of fun, with hits from White Snake, Journey, Poison, Extreme, Pat Benetar, and Guns N' Roses.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
What's being planned down your street this week
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 16th November 2025.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'I still get goosebumps every single night' - Lion King going strong after 26 years
As the Zulu call rings out, it’s enough to make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire shop creates stunning handmade festive display for visitors
Mooch, a shop in Andover, has transformed its window into an Alpine ski scene with the help of Jellycat toys.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'E-scooters are a menace to our High Street - something needs to be done about them'
One thing that has been concerning me lately is the number of illegal privately-owned e-scooters on public roads and pavements, as well as in parks.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Vibrant mallard captured through autumn leaves is our Picture of the Week
Each week, we select one of our favourite images submitted to the Andover Advertiser Camera Club to publish on our letters page.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Flavourings manufacturer wins top honour at regional manufacturing awards
The company was praised for its World Class Manufacturing programme and sustainability efforts.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:27:58 +0000
The best Black Friday travel deals from Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com and more
Find out what the best Black Friday travel deals are from the likes of Hotel.com, Expedia, Booking.com and more.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:26:08 +0000
The full list of DWP benefits and discounts millions of pensioners are missing out on
As the budget looms and there's a focus on the triple lock and pensions, these are the DWP benefits for people over State Pension age, plus some that start at 60

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:26:52 +0000
Cheapest Christmas trees revealed: Aldi, Tesco and Home Bargains trees from £13.99
As supermarkets cut prices in the race to sell the cheapest Christmas trees, we look at the best deals from Tesco, Aldi and Home Bargains for real trees

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:25:08 +0000
Check if your postcode gets £25 Cold Weather Payment as temperatures fall below zero
Many will be looking to see if they can get help from DWP Cold Weather Payments - here's how to check which postcodes will get a payment.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:24:16 +0000
Cheapest Christmas supermarkets 2025: Aldi, Lidl, Asda, Morrisons, Tesco or Iceland?
When it comes to keeping costs down at Christmas, should you head to Aldi, Lidl, ASDA, Morrisons, Tesco, Iceland, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose or M&S?

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:23:45 +0000
People urged to use one natural item to remove limescale (and it’s not vinegar)
Plenty of households use white vinegar as a tool to get rid of limescale, but experts have suggested another natural alternative

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:21:44 +0000
What happened to Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and where is she now?
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's imprisonment in Iran is the subject of the BBC's latest factual drama Prisoner 951, but where is she now?

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:19:34 +0000
Expert highlights health risk for everyone drinking from reusable water bottles
Bugs can grow in reusable bottles, causing health issues including diarrhoea, pneumonia and vomiting

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:18:57 +0000
'Do not eat': Tesco, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue recalls
Items sold at Tesco, Lidl, Marks and Spencer, Iceland, Poundland and more have been recalled with “do not eat” warnings in place.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:17:44 +0000
Expert reveals how long you can use a hot water bottle: is yours safe to use?
With energy bills set to rise again in January, we are increasingly reminded to heat ourselves and not our homes to save money

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:16:51 +0000
'Stop using immediately': Asda, Tesco, B&M and more issue warnings to shoppers
Shoppers at Asda, Tesco, Matalan, Boots, Argos, John Lewis, B&M, Primark and more have been warned to stop using certain products

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:15:20 +0000
Supermarket shoppers given parking warning as expert says you are doing it wrong
A road safety expert warned shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons and other supermarkets across the UK that they are parking "all wrong”

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