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Yahoo
06-08-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Huge investment in storm overflow reduction for village
Hamble is set to benefit from a new storm overflow reduction scheme. Southern Water is to spend up to £2.42m on solutions to reduce storm overflows from the School Lane outfall near Hamble Copse. Before the work begins, engineers are surveying the network to find the best strategies. The improvements in Hamble will involve investment in technology, including the use of artificial intelligence for real-time control of flows between the pumping stations. READ MORE: Oil refinery warns of flaring and 'elevated noise' in coming days Overflow reduction part of Southern Water's £1.5bn environmental plan (Image: Supplied) This will include utilising storage within the network. Southern Water's clean rivers and seas task force engineering lead, Keith Herbert, said: "We're excited to start this work which will utilise technology and other solutions to help reduce storm overflows in this area. "Hamble is a picturesque village that attracts many visitors and we want to play our part in ensuring the rivers and seas around it are clean, especially as they're a crucial habitat for shellfish." The scheme is part of Southern Water's wider £1.5bn clean rivers and seas plan.
BBC News
16-06-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Southern Water burst sewer main work continuing in Hamble
Work is continuing to repair a burst sewer main near a conservation site, shellfish habitats and bathing burst, near Passage Lane car park in Warsash near the River Hamble, was discovered on Saturday when footpaths were Water said its teams were repairing the burst "but this will take some time" and expected to be on site throughout Sunday, the water firm said the spill had been stopped with a fleet of tankers brought in to remove sewage from the system and barriers put in place to stop further overland flows. Southern Water said tankers were being queued up along School Lane, Hamble, to take flows from the burst main to a nearby treatment works to be treated until the repair was water firm said it was keeping both Natural England and the Environment Agency regularly updated and also had environmental specialists taking samples.A spokesperson said: "We're sorry for any disruption our efforts to minimise the impact of this is causing customers in the area." You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
5 of the prettiest Hampshire villages you can visit for a day out in the county
Hampshire is a gorgeous county that has an abundance of pretty villages to explore for a day out. Many of these have beautiful scenery, amazing cultural experiences and historical points of interest to take in. Some may even have the benefit of a beach or woodland to explore, alongside some amazing food and drink options. With the overwhelming amount of choice, it might be tough to pin down what the prettiest village in Hampshire is. Here are just five examples of some gorgeous Hampshire villages you can visit for a day out in the county. If you're looking for chocolate-box pretty, then Beaulieu definitely lives up to the hype. Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, you can explore characterful streets as well as the nearby motor museum. The New Forest website adds: "Visitors can explore the scenic landscapes across Millpond, at Beaulieu River and in the surrounding forest, discover the village's heritage, and enjoy attractions and outdoor activities, all while soaking in the timeless charm of this quintessential New Forest gem. "Whether it's enjoying a riverside picnic, exploring the charming High Street or visiting the incredible motor museum, the village of Beaulieu provides a great day out." On the outskirts of the Southampton suburbs, you can find Hamble which is said to boast "stunning views, period cottages, pretty walks and thriving wildlife". Visit Hampshire adds: "During the summer months you will find the village bustling with people enjoying the fine selection of local pubs and restaurants. "For a small village, there is a great selection of eateries which specialise in locally produced food, ale and specialist rum." It is also a "a yachting Mecca" drawing people in from all around the country for races and events. Another New Forest favourite is Brockenhurst is a "bustling village" that is a great base to explore the surrounding area. There are numerous walking and cycle paths to try out and "excellent local amenities" with its pubs, cafes and restaurants. Visit Hampshire adds: "Here you will find ponies and donkeys roaming free in an old world setting full of charm." Wherwell is said to be "one of the most picturesque villages in the Test Valley", according to the Hampshire County Council website. It boasts some fine black-and-white thatched cottages, and it is situated on the banks of the River Test, which is known for its trout fishing. Described as a "picturesque" village by Visit Hampshire, this spot is surrounded by the beauty of the South Downs National Park. Recommended reading: The one place people need to visit when they go to Hampshire according to readers The tiny and beautiful Hampshire village where TV chef James Martin has lived New Forest hotel ranked among best of the best in Tripadvisor awards There is a sense of history to the place due to a number of ancient buildings found there, such as the Norman Church of All Saints. The website adds: "The village has a shop with Post Office facilities, a number of Bed and Breakfast establishments, and two pubs, Ye Olde George and The Izaak Walton (named after the famous angler). "The River Meon runs alongside the village street, with its spring source approximately one mile south of the village. The popular long distance footpath South Downs Way also passes nearby."
BBC News
03-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Attempted murder arrests in Sarisbury Green crash investigation
Three more people have been arrested in an attempted murder investigation after a man was hit by a car near 38-year-old remains in a serious condition in hospital after the incident in Sarisbury Green in the early hours of 15-year-old boys from Fareham and Hedge End, and a 24-year-old man from Fareham, are being held on suspicion of attempted 18-year-old men, from Fareham and Hamble, who were arrested on Monday have been released without charge. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary was called shortly after 03:00 BST on 29 May following a collision in Montefiore Drive involving a pedestrian and dark coloured car, now believed to be an Audi, that did not stop at the said the injured man was in a stable condition in hospital, where he continues to be treated for serious, potentially life-changing, injuries. The force said detectives arrested two 15-year-old boys overnight on suspicion of attempted murder, causing injury through dangerous driving, vehicle interference, theft from a shop, and failing to stop following a collision. A 24-year-old man, from Fareham, was also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, causing injury through dangerous driving, and failing to stop following a collision. All three remain in are carrying out house-to-house enquiries and want to hear from anyone with doorbell or dashcam footage, or who may have seen the car or two people acting are also appealing to anyone who believes they have been a victim of vehicle crime in the area to get in touch. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
BBC News
27-04-2025
- Health
- BBC News
'Manchester Marathon will be victory lap after ME diagnosis'
A woman who was unable to walk while struggling with chronic fatigue syndrome has said running the Manchester Marathon later will be a "victory lap" to celebrate how far she has Sheridan, 28, was diagnosed with the condition, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), in said while there was "no right way to manage" ME, she wanted to convey hope to others who were software engineer, from Middleton, Rochdale, described the 26.2 miles (42km) run on Sunday as a "kind of big 'in your face' to a lot of people". "When I was undiagnosed there was no blood test that said anything was wrong with me," she said."A lot of people said, 'she's just lazy or skiving or not trying hard enough' or 'it's just pain, push through it' and I couldn't."No-one with chronic fatigue can. It doesn't work like that." According to the NHS, myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a long-term condition that can affect different parts of the body with the most common symptom known to be extreme Sheridan struggled with exhaustion and her symptoms continued to worsen until she eventually required a said there was not a simple explanation for her recovery, but she had been helped by her assistance dog Hamble, who was provided by Canine Partners in 2019."I was constantly in survival-mode and felt like I'd never be able to recover," she said."With Hamble's help, I was able to slowly rebuild my strength and mobility." 'Significant milestone' In early 2024, the 28-year-old went for her first run and she has not looked back."I've gotten better somehow. I have friends, a huge support group of fellow sufferers and they all want to know what I did," she said."All I can say is that I did what I could. I have B12 jabs and that kind of helped."There's no 'I tried this medication and it worked'. There's no answers and it's tough knowing there's still no answers out there for them."She added that the Manchester Marathon marked "a significant milestone" in her journey."Having full mobility is something I really took for granted before I lost my ability to walk, and it's something that I make a conscious effort to celebrate even on the bad days." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
