Winchester's own local artisan market. Full of handmade goodies perfect for this christmas. Be sure arrive before 10pm to get the best picks!

Huge thank you to everyone who attended/voluntered at yesterdays repair cafe. Continued support for services such as this are a backbone of our local community!

Save the date: It’s Summer Fair time at Oliver’s Battery Primary School, 11am-3pm, Sat 12 July. It’s a lovely, family-friendly, community fair. There’s also opportunities to have a stall at the event. If you want to find out more, simply text or WhatsApp Noa on 07368 994547 to get involved.

Come along to an artsy crafty Artisan Market at Badger Farm Community Centre next Sat, 21 June (10am-3pm) - crammed full of lovely finds from artwork to bakes, created with love by crafters, makers and producers #supportlocal #lovelocal #artsandcrafts #market

Calling all garden enthusiasts! There’s a brand-new festival coming to Winchester 21-29 June celebrating flowers, landscape, sustainable gardening and more. #gardeninglife #gardeninspo www.garden-festival.co.uk/

Happy Easter everyone from all of us at Badger Farm Community Centre and Team BFOBRCA! If you’re going on the Oliver’s Battery Easter Egg Hunt, have fun! Fingers crossed the weather is kind. #EasterEggHunt

The #BunnyHop Easter Trail is your chance to explore our city's charming nooks and crannies while uncovering hidden Easter-themed words in local shop windows. Discover local gems and win prizes. Trail sheets are ready – grab yours and hop into the fun! 🌟🐇 winchesterbid.co.uk/easter-bunny...

As springtime whispers through the trees,
Mothers' love drifts on the breeze.
In every bloom, in every ray,
Their warmth and care light up the day.
Happy Mother’s Day, our hearts say.

Winchester’s Spaces of Sanctuary offer safe and welcoming places for anyone in need of support. Whether facing personal challenges, seeking refuge, or simply looking for a quiet moment, these spaces provide a compassionate environment.

We Are Still Us is a dementia support café in Oliver’s Battery, now welcoming those from Badger Farm too. The café meets monthly, offering advice, support and activities for those living with dementia and their carers while enjoying tea and cake. Drop by tomorrow to find out more.

Fancy sharpening your cookery skills for free? Join Itchen Sixth Form College at the Winchester Club on 6 March for a hands-on cooking session. Cook a meal, meet new people and take home a bag of ingredients to recreate it. Call 02380 446156 or email courses@itchen.ac.uk to book.

⚽February Half Term Football 17–21 February
This half-term Winchester City Council with ActiveMe 360 are bringing football coaching to Winchester. For just £1 a day, girls and boys aged 6–13 can enjoy football fun with skills, games, matches and tournaments. https://buff.ly/3E4c3sY

The days are short, the nights are long and sometimes winter feels extra heavy. We've put together a list of essential helplines that offer support and a listening ear, because no one should face these challenges alone. Knowing where to turn can make all the difference.

Join our Neighbourhood Policing Team to learn about burglary prevention! Topics: securing your property, spotting suspicious behaviour, crime prevention tools, victim support.
📅Tuesday 21 Jan 6.30pm – Badger Farm Community Centre
📅Wednesday 22 Jan 11am – St Luke’s Church, Stanmore

No need to stress over holiday bin days – we’ve checked the collection calendar for you!

♻️🍾Saturday 28 December
🗑️🍃Saturday 4 January
♻️Friday 10 January
🗑️🍃🎄Thursday 16 January

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