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featured shows
Growing Together
The brighter gardening show with Ann-Marie Powell and Claire Vennis. Grow with us every month.
Talking Books
Published author Suzie Wilde and bookshop owner Tim O’Kelly explore their love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing.
the P pod
Our flagship weekly show packed with Petersfield personalities and their real-life stories. Presented by Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey.
The Ticket
Laura Sheppard celebrates arts, culture and entertainment from in and around the Petersphere.
Rise & Shine
The brighter way to start your day in the Petersphere with local news/travel updates and guests from all walks of life.
Wilde Walks
Inspirational walks in beautiful countryside around Petersfield with Suzie Wilde and her labrador Raine.
Dogs with Jobs
They have focus, determination, intelligence, instinct and courage. Meet the front line workers of the canine world.
The Shine Radio Recipe
Noni Needs meets local people who share treasured and original recipes with you.
Generation Green
Young minds with the environmental issues that matter to them and practical ways we can help protect our planet.
The Local Showcase
Mandy P brings you a selection of tracks released and performed by local musicians.
local stories & local voices
Visitors take the plunge at Petersfield’s open air swimming pool
As many lockdown restrictions end, Alan Cosh catches-up with life at Petersfield's open air swimming pool. He speaks to duty manager Kieran Page, a number of swimmers and divers who are enjoying the water and chairperson Linda Knutsen who has steered the pool through...
Suzie’s Wilde Walk at Durleigh Marsh
Suzie and Raine escape the heat and do the river walk beginning opposite Durleighmarsh farm shop, passing through fields of barley but not rye (broad beans actually) through Sky Park deer farm and over the bridge back to the car. Yes, there was swimming.
the P pod local personalities show – 20th July 2021
Meon Valley Travel is the P pod recording venue this week. James and Karen Beagrie give us the scoop on what’s hot and what’s not for holidays this year.
Young Petersfield racing driver Seb Hopkins impresses on the track and local composer Damian Montagu finds inspiration in the South Downs.
With news from Jon Walker, a Wilde Walk with Suzie at the magical Wylds Farm and a classical end to the show for the summer.
It’s Opening Night for Petersfield Shakespeare Festival!
It’s opening night tonight! Laura Sheppard had a chat with some of the actors from Petersfield Shakespeare Festival’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream up at Wylds Christmas Tree Farm.
Armed police on the streets of Petersfield
A Petersfield man is under arrest after an armed Police operation on Station Road. Hear from an eyewitness.
Talking Books with guest Katie Marsh – July 2021
We’re joined this month by Katie Marsh, whose latest book Unbreak Your Heart was our top selling book last month. She’s a Petersfield author whose books sell all over the world. After a ten year career in the NHS she left to take up writing full time.
Suzie’s Wilde Walk at Wylds Farm with PSF
Suzie and Raine visit Wyld’s Farm, where PSF are staging Midsummer Night’s Dream next week. It’s a magical space, where the audience will join the wedding party to walk through wildflower meadows and then sit beneath a giant oak tree to watch what unfolds … There’s more information from Lucy Hollis and Clare Glancy, long term organisers of course. Website is petersfieldshakespearefestival.co.uk
The Ticket – new arts and entertainment show
It’s a very special edition of The Ticket.
Noni Needs chats to local composer and musican, Damian Montagu, and it’s fascinating to hear how Damian got his big break arranging David Bowie, how he picked up a major commission by offering too much choice, and how he accidentally produced his first album. Interspersed with some truly beautiful music, which captures the essence of living in the South Downs, it’s a wonderful listen.
the P pod local personalities show – 13th July 2021
The Barn Emporium hosts the P pod this week. Joff and Claire discover this fabulous new space for local artisans, crafters and traders.
There’s also an update on the Festival Hall renovations and a taste of the good life at the Petersfield Community Garden.
With news from Jon Walker, an early Wilde Walk from Suzie and another cracking tune from local singer/songwriter Tash Hills.
The Lido Ladies Visit Petersfield’s Open Air Pool
Social Media stars, the Lido Ladies, cause a stir – and a few waves – at Petersfield’s Open Air Pool
Building Excitement: Winton House
Alan Cosh casts his architect's eye over a handsome landmark on Petersfield High Street. Learn about the history of Winton House and hear from the chair of Winton House Centre, Charles Bevan. Credit: https://flickr.com/photos/tiggersnapper/ Used under CC...
A heritage tomato dish from local Petersfield market
Produce from Petersfield Market to make a delicious quick and easy pasta dish.
Suzie’s Wilde Walk at Dawn in Durford Wood
It’s the favourite walk at Durford – but with a difference. Suzie catches the Dawn Chorus ( a bit) because she’s there so early with the dogs. You can hear why – and what is stickmanship – after the great storm.
Live in Clanfield? Have your say
People who live in Clanfield are being asked to help prioritise the district council services they receive
the P pod local personalities show – 6th July 2021
Due to circumstances beyond our control we’re remotely recording the P pod this week, but don’t worry we’ve still got a packed programme for you!
We hear from Rowan Roberts, the Apiary and Swarm Manager at Petersfield’s Beekeepers Association, director John-Paul McCrohon takes Jane Austin to the Half Moon pub in Sheet and 2 glamorous social media stars make a splash at the Open Air Pool.
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Petersfield Town Council awarded our volunteer team a grant in January 2020 to help us develop our 24 hour radio service. With further fundraising we launched it on 15 August 2020.
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Our volunteers come from all walks of life. They have fun making radio programmes and help to run things behind the scenes.
We’re an open project where everyone is welcome. If you’re reliable and community-spirited there’s a role for you in our team.
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Whether you have specialist knowledge, existing radio skills or just a passion for Petersfield you could be a Shine Radio volunteer.
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Welcome to Petersfield – the best of Shine Radio (for BBC Radio Solent)
On Thursday 13 May, Shine Radio was given half-an-hour on BBC Radio Solent to showcase our eclectic range of programmes with local voices and stories from across the Petersphere.
Our latest listening measures
How many people listen to Shine Radio? As a digital service we can plot the trendlines with confidence. Here are our latest listening numbers.
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