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The 400-year-old Hampshire tradition drew crowds for horse trading, rides, and carnival stalls despite chilly rain. Police confirmed smooth crowd management as traders and visitors navigated road closures across Wickham.
Hundreds gathered in Wickham for the 754-year-old Horse Fair, where horses raced through village streets and traders sold ponies. Locals and travelers celebrated under clear skies, as pubs and welfare groups adapted to the historic tradition.
A Hampshire restaurant marks its first anniversary with a surge in customers, a new carvery, and a weekend breakfast buffet. Owners Nicola Lang and Mike Woods have transformed the Wickham venue into a community staple after taking over the former Greens restaurant site.
The Hampshire-based brunch chain Josie’s has launched its seventh branch in Wickham Square, reviving a beloved local tearoom with modern touches. The new 90-seat café, open six days a week, employs 30 locals and has drawn immediate praise for its homely atmosphere and all-day menu.
Historic Wickham antiques hub Chesapeake Mill will add two floors to its existing structure, nearly doubling its capacity for independent traders. Funding secured from Cambridge & Counties Bank will transform the upper floors, with refurbishment starting in 2026.