the P pod on location around Petersfield

The P pod is where Shine Radio microphones are on location to capture the voices and stories of our area right in the heart of local life. This time we are on location in the centre of Petersfield at the monthly Farmers' Market. On a beautiful/blustery morning in the market there’s a real buzz about the place, with stalls setting up, shoppers arriving, and plenty of delicious local produce to discover. You might hear a bit of background chatter, the rustle of market bags, maybe even the sizzle of something tasty cookingnearby! Join us as we soak up the atmosphere of the Hampshire Farmers’ Market – one of the highlights of the local calendar. We chat to stallholders about what they’ve brought along and find out what makes this market so special, amd we hear from shoppers about why they love coming here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Built as part of the Windmill view development the centre provides sports facilities, classes, a café, regular social meetings and is the home of the Parish council. If that were not enough they organise all kinds of festivities in the centre and in the open air.  We chatted with staff, customers and councillors to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time we’re on location in the heart of Petersfield at St Peter’s Church in the Square.  We’re with members of the Renaissance Choir, who are celebrating a very special milestone this year - their 50th anniversary. They have a special concert coming up here later this month called “The Spanish Golden Age”.  Listen in in as we to meet the singers, hear about the choir’s history and find out what’s coming up for their anniversary year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time, we are standing in the Petersfield Community Garden where they are wassailing for a bumper crop this year. We will be finding out what wassailing is all about, chatting to Morris Dancers, and Phill (by popular demand) will not be singing with the Petersfield Community ChoirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we are at the British  Red Cross Shop in Swan Street to find out all about how the shop operates. It was a very wet day outside, but we had the chance to speak to the shop manager Vicky, along with her band of volunteers.  We even managed to chat to a few customers that braved the weather to come inside to have a browse to see what treasures they could find.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are on location at the Petersfield Festival Hall with the Pantomime, Oh yes we are! We go behind the scenes at panto get-in - that magical moment when a theatre transforms almost overnight. We chat to the director, members of the cast, including some of the children involved, and of course the pantomime cow!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The programme editor, Debra Shipton picks her favourite moments from the P pod in 2025. Always on location, the P pod is where Shine Radio meets people across the area to celebrate the huge range of positive contributions they make to the local community. Presented by Julie Butler, Phill Humphries, Laura Sheppard, Andy Catto, Mark Waddington, Stephen Martin and Mark Simpson. The P pod is planned by Ann Marden and the team and is edited by Debra Shipton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are on the south downs at the sustainability centre. If you were in the navy back in the day you may have known it better as HMS Mercury but these days it is very different. So we're going to speak to the people who run the courses for schools and adults in woodland activities and crafts, organise music and theatre and provide accommodation to walkers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are upon the slopes of Windmill Hill just south of Petersfield at the amazing Buter Ancient Farm. Yes, we know the farm for lots of events throughout the year. But of course, between those events, they have an ongoing programme of education. So we're going to speak to the people who dressed up as  Roman soldiers, who show us how to make swords, and who invite visitors to join them in the wonderfully diverse  world of ancient history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week , we’re  at the Petersfield Dementia Festival – where almost thirty local organisations have come together to share information, inspire hope, and celebrate community. We’ll be meeting the organisers, carers and families who are making Petersfield a more dementia friendly town. And yes – there’s even a bit of singing! Because while dementia touches many lives, this event proves that people can still live well, stay active, and feel supported right here in the Petersphere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ppod team was out in style at this year’s Petersfield Awards 2025 - and we’re absolutely thrilled to have won the Arts & Entertainment Award! In this special episode, join Stephen and Mark as they soak up the atmosphere of the glitzy ceremony at Churcher’s College and chat to some of the brilliant nominees, performers and organisers who make Petersfield such a vibrant place to live. You’ll hear from our very own Joff and Geoff from Joffin’ and Geoffin’ - the charismatic hosts of the evening - plus we'll chat to some of the people behind some of the musical interludes. We also catch up with Mel from One Tree Books as they plan to reopen after the devastating Lavant Street fire, Kate from Everyone Active at Taro Leisure Centre, and Alex from Petersfield Fencing Services, nominated for Best Tradesperson, as well as several other nominees. And of course, we provide you with your Petersphere What’s On Guide! ✨ Congratulations to all the nominees and winners - what a fabulous town we live in! 🎧 Listen now to celebrate Petersfield’s amazing community spirit, creativity and local pride!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re diving into the witty and wonderful world of Terry Pratchett, as the Winton Players prepare to bring Monstrous Regiment to the stage. We’ll be chatting to the director, some of the cast, and the backstage crew who make the magic happen - plus we’ll find out what it takes to stage a Discworld classic here in Petersfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are here to find out all about the WI, the Women’s Institute. The Petersfield Evening WI is one year old. They are also celebrating 110 years of the WI and how to follow in the footsteps of those before them, ensuring that the WI works as well today, as it did when it was first formed. The WI offers women the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and campaign on wide ranging issues, so tonight we will talk to committee members, their guest speaker for the evening and many of the members that attended the monthly meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are again supporting the campaign started by Kevan Birkett promoting Prostate testing for men. This is a brilliant event which not only raises money for Prostate Cancer UK, the support organisation PCaSO, and The Rosemary Foundation, but even more because it raises awareness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we’re bringing you all the thrills and spills from Bordon’s biggest downhill event – the Soapbox Challenge! From handmade racers to high-speed hilarity, this event has it all. We’ll meet the fearless drivers, chat to organisers, and soak up the brilliant atmosphere here in the town centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we have taken the P pod out and about on the Age Concern bus. We have been checking that the wheels on the bus go round and round and hearing the fascinating tales of the passengers. We also chat to our driver Graham and the Manager of Age Concern Petersfield, Sheridan. Along the way we also recall Elsa Bulmer who many of our listeners will remember.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are back at Stansted Park but this time with the Solent MG Owners Club as they hold their annual MG's in the Park event. Over a hundred MG cars of every vintage gathered at Stansted Park to chat and admire each others vehicles. We spoke with the organisers of the event, and many of the owners and enthusiasts - just what is the attraction of vintage motoring?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are on location in the library of Stansted House in Rowlands Castle. We have explored stately rooms, thriving businesses, a peaceful chapel, a range of musical and theatrical events, and even heard about the steam train!  What more could you want in a day out?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are here at the Age Concern VE Day lunch with all the bunting and memories for them and their families But it’s more than that we’ll hear from the official ceremony in Petersfield Town Square, in act of remembrance  and to celebrate what was achieved. Our final visit is just outside Petersfield. We join the residents at Milkwood and Chatterwood Nursing home for a VE celebration party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are here at Sage and Salt Studio, the shop of wonders and such original wonderful gift ideas. But it’s more than that here, and there are multitude of courses and activities to have a go at. Whether a beginner or well seasoned crafter, we want to find out what crafting is all about.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re delighted to be in local clothing shop Hectors meeting with some local retailers to talk about how they see the situation for them in Petersfield now and in the future. Part of what makes this town so special is the independent businesses that serve the people of the Petersphere in a wide variety of areas – from clothes and shoes for all ages through to wellness products to keep us healthy. We want to find out how things are going for representatives of some local favourites. Join Julie and Andy on on the latest episode of The PPod to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shine Radio was on location at The South Downs Festival of Food, Fizz, and Firkins, bringing you the very best from this deliciously local event! 🍷🍽️🎤 From passionate artisans and foodie experts to master distillers crafting gin and other fine spirits, we soaked up the flavours, fizz, and fantastic stories behind the festival. Join Phill and Laura on the latest episode of The P pod – your go-to podcast for the voices and stories of Petersfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across several visits we have been bending an ear to the performances at this year’s Petersfield Musical Festival. We will be talking to organisers, performers and audiences to bring you a flavour of what the annual festival is offering this yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're at the Petersfield Museum and in a bit of a bind - a bookbind that is.  Julie and Butler and Andy Catto were at the opening of their latest exhibition to find out all about specialist bookbinding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are attending the inaugural meeting of the next wave men’s group. We will be talking to the founder Steve Shaw and finding out what the group is all about and what the men of Petersfield think of the ideaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today the P pod is looking to nature and the environment with Phill Humphries and Andy Catto and PECAN. We will be talking to some of the folk behind PECAN and some other associated initiatives that aim to get us not just thinking about the environment but acting to improve it! It’s the P pod: Tuesdays at 9, Wednesdays at 7 and always online at shineradio.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Panto Time. Oh no it isn't! Oh yes it is!Laura Sheppard and Phill Humphries go behind the scenes at the Petersfield Panto, which is on this week and next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we’ll hear from the “new” presenters, discuss the importance of nature, talk about some of the oldest episodes, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re at Sheet Primary school. We are hoping to capture the innocent wonder of Christmas through the eyes of the children here, not forgetting the teachers who have to cope with all that excitementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are in the Petersfield Square and it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Petersfield came out in style to support the eagerly awaited Christmas Light switch on to start the 2024 Festivities. There's something special about this time of year. Join Julie Butler and Abi Phillips and other members of the Shine team to find to hear what Christmas means to Petersfield. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Laura is surrounded by musical instruments – and that’s because she's in a recording studio. Something is 900 years old – but not the building she's in! There is a concert on Saturday, which kicks of a year of celebrations called Steep 900. Yes, it’s 900 years since All Saints’ Church in Steep was inaugurated, and as the exact date isn’t known, we’re going to spend a whole year celebrating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re surrounded by autumnal loveliness at Rogate Pumpkin Patch. Now, you might think jac o’lanterns and all things Halloween might be a recent thing, but we will find out the history of the farm at Rogate, what happens during the short pumpkin season – and what happens in between. Join Laura Sheppard and Andy Catto at Rogate Pumpkin Patch in this week's Ppod.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re at Petersfield’s Festival Hall at the East Hampshire Dementia Festival. This is the fourth dementia festival, which is now an annual event. The idea for it originally came from Dementia Champion and Coronation Volunteer Champion, Jeff Williams. Jeff passed away shortly after last year’s Dementia Festival, but his legacy continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's PPod comes from the Petersfield Square. We're at March for Men with Kev raising awareness of Prostate Cancer and what you can do about it. The walk is into the second year all in memory of local man, Kevan Birkett. We talk to Claire, his wife, and the organisers, many of the walkers and local businesses that came out in support of the event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re at the Petersfield Fringe Festival at Churcher’s College. We talk to organisers, performers and audiences at the greatest fringe festival outside Edinburgh. The P pod is presented by Laura Sheppard and Phill Humphries Tuesdays at 9, Wednesdays at 7 and always online at shineradio.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of the P pod Laura Sheppard and Phil Humphries find out what happens in Stroud, just outside Petersfield - and what exactly are the Stroud Revels.It’s the P pod: always on location and on air every Tuesday at 9, Wednesday at 7 and always online at shineradio.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Sheppard and Phill Humphries find themselves in the rural location of Wyld's Christmas Tree Farm - in the middle of summer. And it's not just Christmas trees. They find out all about farm life, and what else happens between Decembers on the farm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time Laura Sheppard and Phill Humphries are in the heart of the festival at the Shine Radio gazebo in The Square at Petersfield's Spring Festival. It’s the P pod: Tuesdays at 9, Wednesdays at 7 and always online at shineradio.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Julie Butler and Laura Sheppard step into the heart of the rural Hampshire Countryside as they visit Queen Elizabeth Country Park, and find out exactly what's on offer at the park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Julie Butler and Laura Sheppard are donning their garlands of flowers and blue woad face paint to join the crowds at Butser Ancient Farm celebrating the Celtic festival of Beltain to welcome in the summer. They encounter the May Queen, the Green Man and are overshadowed by the impressive 40 feet tall Wicker Man. Mark Ford is the landscape artist behind this year's design, and chats to Julie and Laura as they make their way around the site talking to artisans and performers. It's the Ppod: Tuesdays at 9, Wednesdays at 7 and always online at shineradio.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phill Humphries and Laura Sheppard were at the Rural Life Living Museum in Farnham for the Winchester MG Owners Club Cobweb SPIN. We hear from various MG Owners' clubs, the Rural Museum, and also from the Petersfield Photographic Society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julie Butler and Emily Watts were at the Petersfield Easter Fayre. As the doors opened to the ring of the Town Crier's bell with a flurry of people, eager to take a look around. Jeremy and Martin Holmes started this event in 1988 and this year it is back in it's rightful home in the Festival Hall. We spoke to the brothers to find out why the Easter Fayre started all those years ago. There are stallholders, old and new. Some have been attending from day one, so we wanted to find out all about why they all want to be part of this popular event. A great community event, with a real friendly atmosphere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julie and Blake were at Petersfield Rugby Club on 4th March before their big match against Havant II. Petersfield are on a winning streak, and hope for a win against Havant later that afternoon. Petersfield Rugby Clubhouse was formed in 1927, and has a real sense of community. It's a rest week from the Six Nations, so what better way to spend a Saturday than at a local derby. We hear what makes Petersfield Rugby Club and the game so special. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Joff and Claire visit the Methodist Church on Station Road in Petersfield where a lively rehearsal is taking place. Ahead of the start of the Petersfield Musical Festival they meet with Chair Pam Buckley to find out what exciting music is in store this year and talk to Mayor JC Crissey. They also bid you a fond farewell as their P-podding days draw to an end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petersfield’s weekly news, views and interviews led by Phill Humphries and Laura Sheppard, comes to you this week from The Clanfield Centre. Phill and Laura are joined by Natasha Glover, who is the centre manager, and who shares details of all the myriad events that take place in the centre. Dave Harris, the Chair of the Parish Council explains exactly what the parish council does, and what its involvement with the Clanfield Centre is. And Jenny tells us all about Pickleball - yes you heard that right! Meanwhile, it's the Lunar New Year and Jo Gray speaks to Trin at Mai's Spa in town to explain Vietnamese traditions that surround the new year, as we enter the Year of the Dragon. This week’s P pod was recorded on Monday, February 16, at The Clanfield Centre, and was produced by Phill Humphries, and edited by Em Sefton-Smith, with help from Jo Gray. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claire Vennis and Joff Lacey have been the presenters of the flagship podcast, the Ppod for 4 years and have recorded over 200 episodes. Listen as they look back and also explain the reasons behind the decision to step down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claire and Joff head out, north of Petersfield, to Liss this week, where they find themselves at the Liss Triangle Centre. They find out about all the goings on at this busy central village hub, brush up their brass and bring a glimpse into the night sky for February with local astronomical expert Geoff Burt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re at the Five Bells in Buriton: a lovely country pub just a five miles down the road from Petersfield. We will be finding out a little bit about some of the things that this busy little village gets up to. Meeting some of the local residents that make the village tick. We will also find out more about some of the major projects that Buriton is working on for 2024. Hear Doug Jones, Mary Saunders, Bernie Saunders and Daniela Jones with Shine Radio's Blake Swell and Julie Butler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P pod is back for it's first outing of 2024! Claire and Joff are 'P podding' Panto-style at the Winton Players rehearsal for Beauty and the Beast. Not only do they learn more about this year’s panto production, they hear about what goes on behind the scenes too. They also introduce some new Shine Radio presenters who will be joining them in the P pod this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s that time of year again - when Joff and Claire bring you a selection of their favourite P pod interviews from the year. And what a P pod year it’s been! As they take you down memory lane, they’ll be doing a spot of star-gazing, having some charity Easter fun, meeting our town crier, taking a skinny dip (almost), enjoying local bees, walking in memory of a good friend, squelching in lots of mud and rounding off with a few bloopers too. You can hear it Tuesday evenings at 9, Wednesday evenings at 7 and always online at shineradio.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.