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Enjoying food on the road with Andrea Vassallo
You’ve got to be hungry after 1000km. Join Noni, to find out about how Andrea is getting on. Where is he? Still in France but close to Switzerland.
Chocolate fudge cake with sisterly love
This is the most delicious fudge cake recipe. Perfect for your Gluten free guest. The extra preparation is well worth the effort. Let me know what you think.
Laura Sheppard talks about Lydia & George
Don’t miss this performance – Sunday 1st August from 2.30pm. Listen to hear all about it.
the P pod summer flashback – the very first show
In the first of our flashback editions this summer, we’ll take you back to a time when Claire was a mere radio debutante and Joff looked like his publicity photo. It’s the very first edition of the P pod from October 2019
Money Moment with Martin Bamford
Record property sales in June, people in rural areas struggle to get cash, we’re spending more on charities, dating and pets, good news for people living in flats with cladding and how the Euro 2020 tournament boosted retail sales.
Building Excitement: the United Reform Church
Alan Cosh trains his architect’s eye on interesting Petersfield building in Building Excitement. In this fourth episode he visits the United Reform Church in College Street and talks to the Minister, Joff Thomas.
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.