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Two fundraisers who climbed Wales’ highest peak on Saturday accused summit crowds of booing them for dodging lines to reach the top. Their charity trek raised over £250,000—and reignited debate over etiquette on popular trails.
A decade of stitches, charity, and community celebrated as Sherfield English Knit and Natter unfurls a Winnie-the-Pooh yarn-bombing display in Romsey this weekend. The group’s founder, Elizabeth Gill, reflects on 10 years of wool-woven milestones.
The Dower House in Hampshire collected over £500 for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance during a scenic sponsored walk. Residents and staff trekked the Watercress Way, joined by two dogs, as part of an annual fundraising effort.
Two brothers completed 33 marathons in 33 days, raising £1.5 million for dementia research. Their emotional finish in London drew crowds and media attention.
A 43-year-old Hampshire woman demolished her 16-year-old wedding dress in a day-long muddy challenge, raising £1,200 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care. The stunt included tractor rides, bean cannon fire, and a pond dive—all while wearing the gown.
The charity that delivers audio editions of the Hampshire Chronicle to blind and partially sighted residents celebrated its AGM this week—while urgently seeking new voices to keep its service alive. With 65 listeners and dwindling volunteer ranks, chairman John Richards warns the future is in the balance unless fresh hands step forward.
A grieving Portsmouth man completed an 11-day, 249-mile Everest base camp trek carrying his brother’s photo, raising over £5,000 for families shattered by homicide.
Alton College students organized a grueling 12-hour netball marathon, uniting athletes and supporters to raise £1,200 for local charities including Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice and Alzheimer’s Society. The event showcased community spirit and student initiative.
Joanne Carter and Kush Patel, winners of Race Across the World 2025, have sparked a student-led initiative at their former school, Broughton Hall High in Liverpool. The 72-hour non-stop relay aims to break fundraising records and promote youth resilience.
Saul Anning of Bishop’s Waltham received the Chief Scout’s Unsung Heroes Award for growing his hair for three years to donate wigs to children with cancer and raising over £1,500. His quiet determination and empathy earned him recognition from Chief Scout Dwayne Fields at Gilwell Park.
Over 290 parents and expectant parents scooped 7,000 bargains at Kings’ School, giving pre-loved items a second life and channeling proceeds into vital NCT services across Hampshire.
Two siblings scaled the UK’s highest peaks in under 24 hours to raise £12,000 for Crohn’s disease research, inspired by their mother’s decade-long battle with the condition. The gruelling challenge tested their endurance—and raised awareness in rural communities where healthcare access lags.
The annual Wickham Beer Festival drew 700 revellers, raising £8,000 with £3,000 earmarked for the Mayor of Winchester’s charities. Organisers say the event’s blend of local brews, live music, and community spirit is now unmatched in Hampshire.
Max Lambert’s relentless fundraising for Emmaus Hampshire has already eclipsed £1,000 in seven days. The young campaigner is now set to take on a grueling mud run in his second challenge this month.
The Trethowans law firm team ran across all race categories in the ABP Southampton Marathon, raising £2,221 for Naomi & Jack’s children’s hospice. Donations were matched by the firm, pushing the total past £2,200.
Jane Hough, known as ‘Jane the Bike,’ embarks on her 32nd solo charity ride May 26, covering 600km along the Moselle River. The Winchester resident aims to raise funds for Christian Aid while advocating for sustainable travel.
A fundraising golf event at Corhampton Golf Club raised £1,250 for Winchester Go LD, supporting adults with learning disabilities through life skills, advocacy, and social inclusion. Parent supporters Nick and Jo Lowe organized the day, featuring local business prizes and competitive challenges.
A 32-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter following the fatal collision with charity founder James Whitmore in October 2024. The crash occurred in Cambridge on a clear afternoon, prompting a rapid emergency response.
Mayor Cllr Sudhakar Achwal and Mayoress Vivian assisted Trinity Winchester in serving lunch to 50 guests Tuesday, marking the charity’s four decades of aiding vulnerable residents.
Helen Hamblen, founder of Dementia Support Hampshire & Isle of Wight, is a finalist in the 2026 Dementia Care Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Dementia. Just four years after launching the charity, she’s been recognized for transforming local dementia care amid a crisis in diagnosis delays.
A Saturday night beetle drive at Kings Somborne Working Men’s Club gathered 52 players and supporters to honor Mike Snellgrove, raising £1,912 for Countess of Brecknock Hospice. Funds will hire a weekend palliative care nurse, echoing the care Mike received before his death in March 2024.
The 21st annual Alresford Watercress Festival drew thousands of visitors Sunday, May 17, with a watercress-eating competition won in 44.2 seconds and food stalls selling out before mid-afternoon. The not-for-profit event, which shut down New Alresford’s streets for the day, raised over £7,000 for local charities while celebrating the region’s watercress heritage.
John, long-time treasurer of Romsey Family Support Group, has retired after guiding the charity through growth and crisis. His wife Joan, now chair, continues shaping its future as new blood takes the helm.
Soroptimist International Winchester has raised £800 and goods for local causes since September, funding domestic abuse support and youth programs. The club’s fundraising included Tesco Winnall events and donations from Rick Stein Winchester Pudding sales.