Local Stories
In-depth features, business spotlights, and guides to life in Petersfield and the South Downs
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Welcome to our editorial section, where we spotlight the businesses, people, and stories that make Petersfield special. From award-winning restaurants to trusted local tradespeople, our features are based on real reviews and genuine local knowledge.
Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, Petersfield is a thriving market town with a rich heritage and a vibrant independent business scene. Our editorial content helps you discover the best of what our community has to offer.
Our Editorial Mission
Real Reviews, Real Stories
Every article is researched and written with care, featuring real customer reviews and honest assessments. We believe in supporting local businesses while giving you the information you need.
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Our content is specifically tailored to Petersfield and the surrounding villages. We understand what makes this market town special and celebrate the businesses that serve our community.
Featured Story
Finding the Right Architect & Design Build Company in Petersfield
Architect or design & build company? Here's how to find the right team for your extension, renovation or new build project in Petersfield.
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10 March 2026
Kitchen Extensions in Petersfield: Creating Your Dream Open Plan Space
The kitchen extension has become the most requested home improvement in Petersfield. Here's how to create an open plan space that transforms how you live.
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3 March 2026
Loft Conversions in Petersfield & Hampshire: The Complete Guide
A loft conversion is one of the most cost-effective ways to add space to your Petersfield home. Here's everything you need to know.
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28 February 2026
Council Tax BOMBSHELL: Hampshire Families Face Record-Breaking 4.99% Hike
Hampshire residents are reeling after councillors approved the largest council tax increase in the county's history — for the THIRD year running. Band D households will now fork out £1,690.11 annually as critics blast 'paying more for less.'
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28 February 2026
ROADS RAGE: Petersfield Councillor Blasts Government as Pothole Crisis Spirals Out of Control
A frustrated Petersfield councillor has pointed the finger squarely at central government as the town's roads disintegrate into a patchwork of craters and bodge-job repairs. With a £600m repair bill and just £60m in the kitty, residents are being told to brace for years more misery.
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28 February 2026
NUTS! Petersfield Driver's £1,200 Repair Bill Turns Out to Be... Squirrel Sabotage
A Petersfield motorist was bracing for a wallet-busting turbo replacement — until mechanics made a cracking discovery. The real culprit? An industrious squirrel with serious hoarding habits and a talent for automotive sabotage.
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28 February 2026
BUSTED: Suspected Drug Dealer's Getaway Bid Fails as Officers Swoop in Liphook
A suspected drug dealer's attempt to evade police in Liphook backfired spectacularly when officers discovered wraps of Class A and B substances after stopping his vehicle. The 30-year-old is now behind bars awaiting trial.
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24 February 2026
House Extensions in Petersfield: Planning, Costs & Design Ideas for 2026
Thinking about extending your Petersfield home? From planning permission to costs, here's your complete guide to house extensions in Hampshire.
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20 February 2026
Cowplain Social Club Unveils Bumper Entertainment
Schedule: Get Ready for Live Music, Laughter, and Family Fun! In an announcement that has sent a ripple of excitement through the local community, Cowplain Social Club has revealed a packed...
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20 February 2026
Cowplain School Erupts in Joy as GCSE
Results Shatter All Previous Records There are days in the life of a community that shine a little brighter, that feel fizzing with an infectious energy. Today is one of those days for Cowplain. The...
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Cowplain Set for a Golden Decade: £20 Million Pride in
Place Windfall to Transform West of the Borough In a landmark announcement that promises to reshape the future of West Cowplain, Havant Borough Council has confirmed that the area will be a...
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Horror on London Road: Elderly Man Fights for Life After
Cowplain Collision An idyllic Friday morning in the heart of Cowplain was shattered by the screech of tyres and the sickening thud of a collision that has left an 82-year-old man with...
Read more →20 February 2026
A Baptism of Fire: Ten Minutes of Madness Condemn
Petersfield Town in New Manager’s Debut A Tale of Two Halves at Love Lane Leaves Rams Rueing Costly Pre- Interval Collapse It’s a cliché as old as the game itself, but for interim manager Rich...
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20 February 2026
Petersfield's Pointless Heroes: How Two Library Staff
Kept a £2,000 TV Win Secret for a Year In a town more accustomed to the gentle rustle of turning pages than the dazzling glare of television studios, two of Petersfield's own have become local...
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Teenage Chef's Food Truck Dream Hits Red Tape
Roadblock in Hampshire A 14-year-old's passion for brisket and BBQ has sparked a David-and- Goliath battle with Hampshire County Council, leaving a bitter taste in the mouth of a budding culinary...
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20 February 2026
Petersfield's Dementia Care Gets a Grand New Address:
70-Bed Specialist Home Approved Petersfield is poised to welcome a groundbreaking new facility that promises to reshape the landscape of dementia care in the region. The South Downs National Park...
Read more →20 February 2026
Farnham's Golden Girl in a Race Against Time: Paralympic
Champion Rachel Morris's Desperate Plea for a New Wheelchair From Paralympic Glory to a Wheelchair Held Together with Hope and Duct Tape In the heart of Surrey, nestled not far from the bustling...
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Cowplain Social Club Unveils Bumper Entertainment
Schedule: Get Ready for Live Music, Laughter, and Family Fun! In an announcement that has sent a ripple of excitement through the local community, Cowplain Social Club has revealed a packed...
Read more →20 February 2026
Cowplain School Erupts in Joy as GCSE
Results Shatter All Previous Records There are days in the life of a community that shine a little brighter, that feel fizzing with an infectious energy. Today is one of those days for Cowplain. The...
Read more →20 February 2026
Cowplain Set for a Golden Decade: £20 Million Pride in
Place Windfall to Transform West of the Borough In a landmark announcement that promises to reshape the future of West Cowplain, Havant Borough Council has confirmed that the area will be a...
Read more →20 February 2026
Horror on London Road: Elderly Man Fights for Life After
Cowplain Collision An idyllic Friday morning in the heart of Cowplain was shattered by the screech of tyres and the sickening thud of a collision that has left an 82-year-old man with...
Read more →20 February 2026
A Baptism of Fire: Ten Minutes of Madness Condemn
Petersfield Town in New Manager’s Debut A Tale of Two Halves at Love Lane Leaves Rams Rueing Costly Pre- Interval Collapse
Read more →20 February 2026
Petersfield's Pointless Heroes: How Two Library Staff
Kept a £2,000 TV Win Secret for a Year In a town more accustomed to the gentle rustle of turning pages than the dazzling glare of television studios, two of Petersfield's own have become local...
Read more →20 February 2026
Teenage Chef's Food Truck Dream Hits Red Tape
Roadblock in Hampshire A 14-year-old's passion for brisket and BBQ has sparked a David-and- Goliath battle with Hampshire County Council, leaving a bitter taste in the mouth of a budding culinary...
Read more →20 February 2026
Petersfield's Dementia Care Gets a Grand New Address:
70-Bed Specialist Home Approved Petersfield is poised to welcome a groundbreaking new facility that promises to reshape the landscape of dementia care in the region. The South Downs National Park...
Read more →20 February 2026
Farnham's Golden Girl in a Race Against Time: Paralympic
Champion Rachel Morris's Desperate Plea for a New Wheelchair From Paralympic Glory to a Wheelchair Held Together with Hope and Duct Tape In the heart of Surrey, nestled not far from the bustling...
Read more →14 February 2026
Josie's: How One Petersfield Restaurant Racked Up 3,090 Five-Star Reviews
With over 3,000 reviews and a 4.8-star rating, Josie's isn't just popular — it's a phenomenon. Here's why Petersfield locals (and visitors from miles around) can't get enough.
Read more →14 February 2026
The Seven Stars: Petersfield's Most Popular Pub (2,080 Reviews)
With 2,080 reviews and a loyal local following, The Seven Stars on Winchester Road is a Petersfield institution. Here's what makes it special.
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TIME to be ME: The Petersfield Beauty Salon with Nearly 1,000 Five-Star Reviews
994 reviews. A 4.9-star rating. TIME to be ME has become Petersfield's go-to destination for aesthetics and beauty treatments.
Read more →13 February 2026
The Thomas Lord: A Hampshire Pub Worth the Drive
Named after the founder of Lord's Cricket Ground, this West Meon gastropub has earned 953 reviews and a reputation as one of Hampshire's finest.
Read more →12 February 2026
The Plump Duck: Petersfield's Favourite Farm Shop Cafe
Part cafe, part farm shop, The Plump Duck on Heath Road has become a Petersfield institution. 656 reviews tell the story.
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We're always looking for businesses, people, and places that make Petersfield special. If you know somewhere worth writing about, we'd love to hear from you.