Basingstoke Gazette

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New AWE report highlights power of partnerships in protecting national security
The report details AWE’s plans to establish five new Centres of Excellence.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'World-class' The Nutcracker ballet coming to Basingstoke in November
This festive performance features choreography, costumes, and a live orchestra playing the famous score.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
72-acre solar farm approved despite concerns about agricultural land loss
A 72-acre solar farm in Strattons Farm, Kingsclere has been approved by a development control committee of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Hidden gem golf facility lets you play world-famous courses in Basingstoke
A new Trackman golf simulator, Five Under Golf, has opened in Basingstoke, letting you play world-famous courses.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:36:49 +0100
The minimum temperature your heating should set at to avoid condensation & mould
Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 11:48:32 +0100
Dad wins keys to luxurious New Forest mansion and half a million pounds
A dad-of-one has won the keys to a luxurious New Forest mansion and half a million pounds in cash as part of a £3 million prize draw run by Omaze.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Businesses urged to attend free cyber resilience event as attacks soar
It comes in the wake of increasing cyberattacks on UK businesses, with a reported £440m annual threat.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Exciting opportunity to make a difference as a Trustee with Age Concern Hampshire
At Age Concern Hampshire, we are passionate about supporting older people across the county and we are now looking for new trustees to join our board. This is an exciting opportunity to help guide our charity while making a real difference in peopleâ...

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Digital care coordinators are helping patients in Hampshire get online
More than 62 per cent of residents in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight currently use the NHS app.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
More changes to Hampshire school and post-16 transport policies in the pipeline
Parents could soon be asked for their views on Hampshire County Council’s School Transport and Post-16 Transport Policies for 2026/27, with the authority set to propose consulting on changes later this month.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Prostate cancer testing event aims to encourage men to get checked
A prostate cancer testing event is being held at Basingstoke Golf Club, with the hope that it will encourage men to get themselves checked.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Britain's Got Talent star puts on 'fantastic' show at care home
A Britain's Got Talent star brought smiles to the faces of care home residents during a musical and comedy performance.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Charity dog walk to celebrate woman's 10 years in remission from cancer
A charity dog walk near Basingstoke is being organised to celebrate a woman’s ten years in remission from cancer.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 15:23:17 +0100
Grand opening of new Post Office 'in time for the busy Christmas period'
THE grand opening of the new Post Office took place this weekend.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 11:03:46 +0100
Illegal e-bike and e-scooter seized by police on evening patrol
An illegal e-bike and an e-scooter were seized by police in Basingstoke.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 09:40:05 +0100
WATCH: 'The people's prince' Tom Holland waves to fans in Basingstoke
Tom Holland waved to fans in Basingstoke after he filmed Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Council approves outline applications for 50 new homes despite road safety fears
Fifty houses at Bow Brook Farm in Bramley have been approved by a development control committee of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New bowling, soft play and entertainment venue opened by 2000s pop star
Superbowl UK in Festival Place, Basingstoke, was officially opened by Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Comedian and TV presenter coming to Basingstoke for stand-up tour
Griff Rhys Jones will bring his stand-up tour, The Cat’s Pyjamas, to The Haymarket.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Family helps foster son, 13, open traditional sweet shop
The pair were stunned by the response on launch day, which saw queues out the door.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:45:14 +0100
Mum spends £1300 on outdoor decorations for house as Christmas sales soar
Sales of Christmas light up reindeer, outdoor festive projectors and artificial snow machines are booming as people decorate the outside of their homes

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:45:56 +0100
Aldi candle dupes for The White Company, Jo Malone and Diptyque - £350 cheaper
Aldi has new candle dupes for The White Company, Jo Malone and Diptyque at up to £350 cheaper than the designer brands

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:44:20 +0100
£119m 'parking fine nightmare' as wardens like 'pirates in a sea of cars'
Parking fines are hitting not just tradespeople but consumers and firms in all sectors, say business owners and consumers.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:42:57 +0100
Toilet limescale can be gone in a flash if households use this one 30p item
Lemons and lemon juice can be used to help clean those stubborn limescale spots in your toilet - here's how.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:41:21 +0100
Strictly star reveals secret cancer battle and urges others to get checked
The Strictly Come Dancing star put her symptoms down to her age until she "haemorrhaged" on stage while performing in a play last summer.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:41:55 +0100
Households urged to buy washing-up liquid for this reason (it's not the dishes)
UK households can pour washing-up liquid down their drains to help unblock them. Here is how it works.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:40:14 +0100
Are you smarter than a 10 year old? Take this pub quiz to prove it
Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:38:58 +0100
'Do not eat': Lidl, Tesco, Iceland and more UK supermarkets issue recalls
Tesco, Lidl and Iceland are among the supermarkets to issue recalls and 'do not eat' warnings on products

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:37:43 +0100
Argos, Primark and B&M warning as shoppers told 'stop using immediately'
Shoppers at Argos, TK Maxx, John Lewis, Primark, B&M and Amazon have been warned to stop using some products sold at the stores

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:35:35 +0100
How fast can I drive before triggering a speed camera? Car expert explains
What speed triggers a speed camera in UK - motoring experts explain how they work, what the rules are, and if 10% above speed limit exists

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:32:10 +0100
The ultra rare £5 note worth £25,000 set to sell at auction next week
The rare £5 note, from the Bank of England’s Birmingham branch, will go under the hammer next week

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:21:33 +0100
RECAP: Traffic and long delays on M3 after crash near services
Traffic is building on the M3 between Junction 8 and Junction 9 due to a crash

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:09:30 +0100
RECAP: Smoke rose from car after it crashed into central reservation on M3
Motorists on the M3 are facing heavy delays due to a crash. Fire and police are at the scene of the incident, on the M3 westbound between J5 and J6.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 03:30:00 +0100
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire 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 10 to 12

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Indian religious drama to come to Basingstoke as part of Diwali celebrations
An Indian religious drama is set to be performed in Basingstoke.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke show to bring laughs and support vital DMD research
A special night of comedy is set to raise funds for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0100
'Scrapping business rates and stamp duty will improve the lives of local people'
I’m hearing from many business owners in Andover and our villages that rising costs and taxes are hammering them at the moment.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Names chosen for machines tunnelling under Hampshire
TBMs are traditionally given a female name to provide good luck for the projects, a custom following around the world.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Hampshire councillors honoured for their 'dedication and hard work'
Rob Humby and Adrian Collett were recognised by Hampshire County Council at a special meeting on Thursday, October 2, in recognition of their "distinguished service" to the people of Hampshire.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Coffee morning brews up more than £1,400 for cancer charity
A coffee morning has raised more than £1,400 for charity.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100
'Three new defibrillators to be donated to the community'
The units are fully automatic paediatric devices suitable for adults and children that come with carry cases.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:53:26 +0100
Poll predicts 9 Hampshire constituencies including Basingstoke to swing to Reform
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Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:44:49 +0100
Plans unveiled to expand waste treatment site near Basingstoke
Plans have been submitted to expand a waste treatment site near Basingstoke, with the aim of producing more recycled soil, gravel, and sand.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:28:29 +0100
Dog walker, 68, fractured legs after being hit by car crossing road
Pedestrian, 68, suffers leg fractures after car crash on Reading Road, Yateley. Police appeal for witnesses; man arrested on suspicion of drug driving.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:14:36 +0100
Basingstoke Library to temporarily close for six days for improvements
Basingstoke Library will temporarily close for six days later this year as part of ongoing improvement works across Hampshire’s libraries.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:48:12 +0100
Bison fans can travel to Swindon for free this Sunday
Fans of Basingstoke Bison can travel to this Sunday's fixture against Swindon Wildcats for free.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:03:01 +0100
SPOTTED: Tom Holland suits up for Spider-Man filming in Basing View
Basingstoke's friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man became a little more real on October 9 as Tom Holland was spotted suited up at the filming set in Basing View.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Man fined for failing to ensure household waste given to authorised carrier
The court confirmed that Wall’s guilty plea was considered when setting the penalty.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Cricket club raises thousands after teammate's devastating cancer diagnosis
Dummer Cricket Club has raised thousands for a charity that helped a teammate after he was diagnosed with cancer at Basingstoke Half Marathon.

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
LETTER: 'Our Government seems to allow anyone in without checking their details'
Send letters by email to newsdesk@basingstokegazette.co.uk or by post to Editor, Basingstoke Gazette, Absolutely Offices, Lutyens Close, Lychpit, Basingstoke RG24 8AG.  All letters and e-mails must include full names and addresses (anonymous letters...

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