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Reminder for drivers in the Winchester area – National Highways’ weekend closure for M3 junction 9 scheme starts tomorrow evening A reminder that National Highways has announced a series of closures to support the delivery of the M3 junction 9 improvement scheme. The M3 motorway will remain open, but the…

Hut Farm Playground Refurbishment We are delighted to share that the refurbishment of Hut Farm Playground (postcode SO53 3LQ) is finally underway. The project will see the playground repaired and renovated to create a safer and enjoyable space for children and families for years to come. We appreciate your patience…

Happy Hampshire Day! Today is a chance to celebrate everything that makes Hampshire special – not just its beautiful countryside and historic places, but the communities that have shaped its story. Here in Chandler’s Ford, we’re proud to be part of that history. Our local area has connections to the…

Save the Date !! Join us at our inaugural Proms in the Park.   With live music from local musicians, food, ice cream and even face painting.  Bring your picnic, settle down and enjoy two hours of live local music. Free to attend.

Land at Velmore Farm – Public Consultation. We have been advised of the following public consultation for the proposed development of land at Velmore Farm – Thursday 16 July 2026 3pm – 8pm St Francis Church, Pilgrims Close, Valley Park, SO53 4ST The consultation will run until 4th September with…

Have your say on plans for new homes at Station Lane, Chandler’s FordJoin Eastleigh Borough Council at a drop-in consultation event to help shape proposals for new homes on the Station Lane site. Monday 6 July 2026 3pm – 6.45pm Centrestage Productions Youth Theatre, The Arch, Station Lane, Chandler’s Ford SO53 4DDTheir proposals…

We have been made aware of a series of planned weekend closures of the M3 Junction 9 roundabout. The M3 will remain open but slip roads on and off the junction will be closed. Weekend closure dates: 9pm Friday 31 July to 6am on Monday 3 August 9pm Friday 21…

Those eagle-eyed amongst you may have recently noticed a change in signage at Cornwall Road Playground. We are pleased to now be able to share that Chandler’s Ford Parish Council has successfully completed the asset transfer of the playground from Eastleigh Borough Council, bring the total number of playgrounds owned…

What an incredible day at Fryern Funtasia yesterday! A huge thank you to everyone who came along and made it so special. From the fantastic atmosphere to all the activities and smiling faces, it truly was a day to remember. We were so lucky with the sunshine too—right up until…

We have received an update from Southern Water regarding their proposed 22.8km underground water pipeline to connect the Winchester and Andover water supply areas.  Their update is as follows – The full planning applications can be viewed on the planning department websites for Winchester City Council (Ref no. 26/00379/FUL) and Test Valley Borough Council (Ref no. 26/00378/FULLN). The submissions follow…