The New Forest and South Downs have been ranked as the best UK national parks for solo travellers to visit

Visitors can meet several of the contributing authors, learn about the stories' inspirations and celebrate community storytelling.

The title was awarded to ALR Hair Studio, just one year after opening, following a public vote by readers.

The photo shows a stunning close-up of wildflowers and seed pods glowing in the warm evening sunlight.

Longparish Little School marked a very special double celebration as they honoured their manager, Claire Nash, for an incredible 25 years of dedicated service.

A US Tex-Mex food chain is returning to the UK after it disappeared in 2009.

A new iced drink will be coming to McDonald's in time for summer and it's a twist on the classic matcha.

Thousands have already backed a growing campaign demanding the Government restore free TV licences for all pensioners

Under changes announced alongside the Budget, disabled drivers taking out new Motability leases will face several controversial changes.

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of May 29 to 31

An Amesbury man has been fined a £1000 penalty and had his vehicle seized for fly tipping waste in his local area. The dumped waste was discovered in a routine inspection and caught on council CCTV cameras.

The upgraded facilities will improve sand lizard welfare, support behavioural research, and boost survival rates once released into the wild.

Jennifer Sweeney set up the GoFundMe page after her son, who has lived in the US for more than 10 years, was arrested during a traffic stop in Knoxville.

A campaign against knife crime has revealed concerns about knife sales to under-18s.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Open Farm Sunday, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh visited Waitrose Farm at the Leckford Estate.

British weather, much like parenting and adulthood in general, really does love to keep us guessing.

Lots of people miss out on benefits they're entitled to, so it's definitely worth checking what you can get.

A woman has been found guilty of harassing Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones.

Officers were called to the scene at 11.06am on Wednesday, May 28, following concerns that individuals had accessed the tracks near the station.

A shortlist of Andover’s top fitness facilities has been revealed for this year’s Gym of the Year competition.

Motor Fuel Group has applied to Test Valley Borough Council for works at the site, which includes a Londis shop and existing petrol forecourt.

We should be backing job creators, not burdening them with yet more costs and complexity.

It will celebrate St James' Day with an afternoon of medieval entertainment, history and community activities.

The Great Decoy, a venue from the Chickpea Group, was originally set to open in Hurstbourne Tarrant on May 29 but will now launch on June 12.

The money will fund a new conservation project designed to protect key nesting sites at risk of destruction.

The organisation brings together a wide range of individuals to learn new skills, play games, exercise, make new friends and generally enjoy life.

This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 29th May. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or ...

It focuses on placing care at the centre of communities and making access easier for everyone.

One of the "largest padel venues in the region" will be launching at The Sports Academy in West Portway, offering fresh opportunities for residents to try the fast-growing sport.

Test Valley Borough Council has approved a fully accessible circular route around the playing fields at Charlton Leisure Centre after public consultation identified accessibility improvements as a priority.

Emmerdale viewers will see the rivalries and hierarchy between the Tates, Sugdens and Dingles ramp up, bosses have confirmed.

The Chancellor is also consulting on a second round of tariff suspensions on 125 essential items, including fresh fruit, vegetables, oils, and baked goods.

The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.

A three-bedroom family home with a summerhouse in the garden has gone on the market.

Test Valley councillors have backed plans to extend two public spaces protection orders which give authorities powers to tackle antisocial behaviour across the borough for another three years.

The round-the-clock event, held on May 23 and 24 at Andover Bowling Club, was organised to support the club's fundraising needs and the Countess of Brecknock Hospice.

Music at the Manor takes place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, promising a full evening of live entertainment, community spirit, and high-energy performances.

A new route is offering even easier access to the United States from Southampton Airport.

The health champions are skilled at starting conversations around cancer and offer trusted support.

Sanjaya Hennedige, 37, was sentenced at Winchester Crown Court on Tuesday, May 26, after pleading guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH).

Crews from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service were called to a site just off of Weyhill Road at around 2.30 pm on Tuesday, May 26, after a car became engulfed in flames.

Andover BID has highlighted the variety of activities, shopping, and leisure options available in Andover town centre.

Lyttleton House School in Andover will begin welcoming pupils this summer, serving children from Basingstoke and across Hampshire with social.

Each route is dotted with QR codes that, when scanned, reveal short animated videos introducing children and adults to the wildlife that depend on chalk streams.

After a number of open-water deaths in places like Yorkshire, Devon and Cornwall, people have been urged to take precautions

Families are being warned not to sit on expensive tariffs as energy bills surge again - here's how to beat the rises

A heatwave was set to be declared in Southampton over the bank holiday weekend as warm weather is expected well into the week.

A "versatile" home with four bedrooms, a workshop, and a barn has hit the market for £425,000.

The full programme supports Andover Trees United’s broader mission to inspire and educate young people through outdoor learning and conservation experiences.

The announcement comes after serious personal challenges affected the organising team, who described the cancellation as a difficult but necessary decision.