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This New Forest town has been named one of the UK's friendliest places to retire

'Beautiful' New Forest town named one of the UK's friendliest places to retire

7 Hampshire locations, including Kingsclere (pictured), have been named among the UK's best places to live for 2027

7 Hampshire locations, including Kingsclere (pictured), have been named among the UK's best places to live for 2027

7 places in Hampshire named among the best to live in the UK for 2027

The Pig, Brockenhurst

The Pig, Brockenhurst

Popular boutique hotel unveils plans for new wellness retreat

Drying laundry with a dehumidifier and a fan made all the difference

Drying laundry with a dehumidifier and a fan made all the difference

I thought my dehumidifier had solved indoor laundry drying – then I added one thing

Austen & Blake has opened in Westquay

Austen & Blake has opened in Westquay

Westquay Shopping Centre

New shop becomes latest to open in Westquay

Tesco is adding more than 150 new frozen products, including Greggs, Mr Chen’s, Blue Dragon, Little Moons and Ben & Jerry’s.

Tesco is adding more than 150 new frozen products, including Greggs, Mr Chen’s, Blue Dragon, Little Moons and Ben & Jerry’s.

Tesco adds 150 new products to revamped range with prices starting from £2

Lower William Street

Lower William Street

Plans submitted to council for new 24-hour gym in Southampton

The Japanese Head Spa has opened in Southampton.

The Japanese Head Spa has opened in Southampton.

New wellness experience opens in Southampton

Argos has revealed its top toys for Christmas 2026

Argos has revealed its top toys for Christmas 2026

Argos reveals the 'must have' toys children will want this Christmas from £15 to £150

A joint prize package has been put together by the two vessels.

A joint prize package has been put together by the two vessels.

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Waverley and Sheildhall set for historic Solent meeting as photo competition launches

Results Day 2026 will see free pizza, food and treats to celebrate or commiserate GCSEs

Results Day 2026 will see free pizza, food and treats to celebrate or commiserate GCSEs

Results Day 2026 - free pizza, food and treats to celebrate or commiserate GCSEs

Healthy Pet Club Advanced offers unlimited access to veterinary expertise

Healthy Pet Club Advanced offers unlimited access to veterinary expertise

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Southampton vet launches a new pet healthcare plan with unlimited consultations

Marks and Spencer

M&S shoppers 'so excited' for new range this week as label returns after 26 years

Students can claim free pizza and food on Results Day 2026

Students can claim free pizza and food on Results Day 2026

A-Level Results

Free pizza, food and treats to celebrate or commiserate A levels results 2026

Old Bond Store is now available for weddings.

Old Bond Store is now available for weddings.

Historic Grade II listed building in Southampton now available as wedding venue

Martha's bar and restaurant has opened at THE NICI New Forest

Martha's bar and restaurant has opened at THE NICI New Forest

New waterfront seafood restaurant opens at luxury hotel in the New Forest

Stains can be incredibly hard to get out of white clothing.

Stains can be incredibly hard to get out of white clothing.

Cheap cleaning hack using household items that will remove stains from white clothes

Emily Grice is offering a free space at a new children’s cookery school in Romsey.

Emily Grice is offering a free space at a new children’s cookery school in Romsey.

New children's cookery club launches in Romsey combining education and food

Sae Seaweed treatments at Herb House Spa at Lime Wood

Sae Seaweed treatments at Herb House Spa at Lime Wood

Seaweed treatment first at luxury New Forest spa - we try it out

The 50p coin is up for sale for nearly £8000.

The 50p coin is up for sale for nearly £8000.

Beatrix Potter 50p coin on sale for nearly £8,000

In this guide, we’ll explore the top casino sites currently available to UK players

In this guide, we’ll explore the top casino sites currently available to UK players

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Best Casino Sites UK – Top UKGC Sites to Join in 2026

Brockenhurst was named as one of the UK's best remote places to live and here's what you can do in a day there

Brockenhurst was named as one of the UK's best remote places to live and here's what you can do in a day there

How to spend a day in the New Forest village named among UK's best remote spots

Luna Acrobatics and Aerial Arts secured third place in the 2026 UK studio rankings at the International Pole and Aerial Tournament youth league

Luna Acrobatics and Aerial Arts secured third place in the 2026 UK studio rankings at the International Pole and Aerial Tournament youth league

Hampshire aerial acrobatics school ranks in top three nationally

The Heath Hotel at Beaulieu Road, Dibden Purlieu, has been bought by Wetherspoons

The Heath Hotel at Beaulieu Road, Dibden Purlieu, has been bought by Wetherspoons

'Best news ever': Wetherspoons buys New Forest pub

World Cup football is up and running

World Cup football is up and running

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Sky Bet new customer offer: Get £50 in free bets for the World Cup

The world Cup is up and running

The world Cup is up and running

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Paddy Power new customer offer: Get £50 in free bets for the World Cup

Romsey Rapids in more recent years.

Romsey Rapids in more recent years.

Clubs and societies

Remembering the multi-million-pound folly that became a huge success

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SlotCatalog’s data helps players navigate the UK's online gambling regs

An afternoon of garden bowls was held at Florence Court Care Home.

An afternoon of garden bowls was held at Florence Court Care Home.

Fareham care home residents enjoy bowls in the sunshine

Lime Wood Hotel

Lime Wood Hotel

Luxury New Forest hotel recognised as being among the world's best

Whether you’re searching for bigger promotions, innovative features or fresh gaming content, our guide highlights the top new online casinos.

Whether you’re searching for bigger promotions, innovative features or fresh gaming content, our guide highlights the top new online casinos.

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New Casino Sites UK – The Best New Casinos for UK Players

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Who becomes a foster carer in Hampshire?

Pup and Pose has launched new puppy yoga classes in Southampton

Pup and Pose has launched new puppy yoga classes in Southampton

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Trader of the week

New puppy yoga business gets the bark of approval

Beaulieu is a small village but there's plenty to explore here

Beaulieu is a small village but there's plenty to explore here

How to spend a day in Hampshire's poshest village with a 16th century high street

Angel with her girls, the inspiration for her hairdressing business, and some of her work

Angel with her girls, the inspiration for her hairdressing business, and some of her work

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Trader of the week

The thriving mobile hairdressing business inspired by motherhood

The themed dungeon room with Dave the dragon

The themed dungeon room with Dave the dragon

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Trader of the week

The gaming store with a dungeon complete with dragon called Dave!

Eva Proudman at work

Eva Proudman at work

TV star to open new clinic in Hampshire

The All Things Home showcase will be held at Westquay Shopping Centre on April 18.

The All Things Home showcase will be held at Westquay Shopping Centre on April 18.

Free event at Westquay promises help for every room in the home

Lakeland Hanging Solar Lantern

Lakeland Hanging Solar Lantern

The £9.99 solar lights that gave my garden an instant designer glow up

Jody Greaves has launched new baby massage business The Nurture Space Southampton

Jody Greaves has launched new baby massage business The Nurture Space Southampton

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Trader of the week

New baby business offering massage, yoga and even spa sessions for tiny tots

THE NICI New Forest is set to open in Lymington this summer

THE NICI New Forest is set to open in Lymington this summer

Luxury hotel group to open second site in the New Forest this summer

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Trooli announces most affordable full fibre broadband deals ever for Hampshire

Consultant Urologist, Mr Tim Dudderidge alongside the Aquablation® Therapy robot.

Consultant Urologist, Mr Tim Dudderidge alongside the Aquablation® Therapy robot.

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Aquablation® therapy provides relief for patients with enlarged prostates (BPH)

Your care journey could begin today.

Your care journey could begin today.

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Your spare room could mean a new beginning

Discover Hokkaido: Authentic Japanese cuisine with style

Discover Hokkaido: Authentic Japanese cuisine with style

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Discover Hokkaido: Authentic Japanese cuisine with style

Caroline Bradbury with a client at Just Skin Aesthetic Clinic

Caroline Bradbury with a client at Just Skin Aesthetic Clinic

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City clinic celebrates decade with launch of ‘facelift alternative’ backed by celebs

Are phone-free nights out a trend or a turning point?

Are phone-free nights out a trend or a turning point?

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Are phone-free nights out a trend or a turning point?

King Charles shaking the hand of Rick Bailey, executive chairman of Thwaites.

King Charles shaking the hand of Rick Bailey, executive chairman of Thwaites.

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King Charles meets Thwaites boss to talk all things beer

Why not every grind is suitable for filter coffee

Why not every grind is suitable for filter coffee

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Why not every grind is suitable for filter coffee

New Energy Yoga + Pilates has opened a second studio in Southampton city centre

New Energy Yoga + Pilates has opened a second studio in Southampton city centre

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Trader of the week

Independent firm opens second yoga and Pilates studio in the heart of the city

A Solent University professor is set to share his expertise on Agatha Christie.

A Solent University professor is set to share his expertise on Agatha Christie.

Agatha Christie

Southampton academic to share expertise on Agatha Christie

February competition prize: The Whimsical Forager, Hambledon & Hartridges

February competition prize: The Whimsical Forager, Hambledon & Hartridges

Hampshire Fare - Fall in Love with Local This Valentine’s Day

Southampton has retained its Purple Flag status for a fourth year.

Southampton has retained its Purple Flag status for a fourth year.

Southampton retains Purple Flag status for fourth year

Valentine's Day

Most romantic sunset spots in the New Forest revealed