The online parish magazine of Old Basing and Lychpit
More wildflower meadows to boost biodiversity in Basingstoke and Deane Bell orchids and kidney vetch are among the thousands of wildflowers set to spring up in Basingstoke and Deane over the coming years after...
Well, it’s hard to believe Christmas is upon us and the festive season is in full swing. It’s also amazing that Village Vibes has been opening on Friday afternoons for a year, and...
Probus Learn About Local Hero Natalie Larner gave an outline of Captain John Aiden Liddell VC MC whose 1915 burial in South View cemetery, Basingstoke was attended by many dignitaries and public crowds. Although...
Rustles in the Leaves As autumn brings misty mornings and crisp evenings, one of our most familiar garden visitors – the European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) – is preparing for its long winter sleep. These...
Volunteers Needed Do you have enthusiasm and a passion for working with young people? Would you like the opportunity to help launch young people for life, whilst enhancing your skills and meeting new people?...
Feathers that catch the winter sun The glossy ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) is a migratory wading bird, breeding in southern and southeast Europe before travelling great distances to overwinter here in the UK. Twenty-five years...
News from your local Prostate Cancer Support Group It was with sadness chairman Keith Jones advised the Support Group of Dr Steve Alan’s hospitalisation, and thus his inability to come as our speaker at...
Upcoming Events A couple of sit-back-and-watch evenings this month. On Wednesday 12 November, Martin Davies will present a Mixed Railways Slide Show. We don’t know what Martin will present but a varied selection of...
We Will Remember Them Join us for a Service of Remembrance at Sandham Memorial Chapel, Burghclere on 11th November at 10:50 a.m. Sandham Memorial Chapel is one of the few National Trust properties dedicated to...
Contacts Mike Lakin: – Mike.Lakin@gmail.com Paul Temple:- tempaul45@gmail.com “Looking for a gift that’s a little different this year? Treat someone special (or yourself!) to an unforgettable afternoon” with The Band of His Majesty’s...