How can we embrace a shared, positive narrative for Southampton? And how can we communicate and amplify this narrative to foster a sense of pride in our city and its people? These are two of the questions that will be addressed at the latest RSA event, The Southampton Narrative...
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RunThrough announces return of Southampton Common Running Festival in 2025
RunThrough has to announced the return of the Southampton Running Festival, set to take place on Sunday, June 15th, 2025, following the success of their event this year. Participants will experience a scenic route beginning and ending on Southampton Common. The course takes runners through diverse landscapes, including woodland, grassland,...
Southampton march and protest calling for peace in Gaza on Sunday
In the last 9 months, more than 37,500 people have been killed in Gaza. It is estimated that 70% of these deaths are woman and children. This week a report was published in The Lancet stating that it is reasonable to estimate that the current conflict will result in...
Orlando Weeks comes to Southampton this autumn, following album release
Image by Kate Friend. From his influential time with The Maccabees to the multi-faceted ‘Gritterman’ story and two highly acclaimed solo albums, Orlando Weeks has carved a niche as one of the UK’s most singular talents. That reputation has further flourished with the release his new album LOJA now available on...
Review: Pegasuses – Turner Sims, Southampton
By Sam Wise. Pegasuses are like a national treasure, except that somehow, they’re local. The duo of Laura Lamb and Dave Miatt are light-hearted, soul touching singer songwriters who will make you laugh and cry in the space of a few minutes. The path from local band to doing...
Suburban Safari: Minstead Meanderings
Words and pictures by Katie Isham. Someday, we’ll go on a walk that doesn’t involve consecrated ground, but that day is not today my friends. This walk meanders through a graveyard, past some of the greatest oaks known to exist and possibly the greatest country gate vista ever viewed. ...
Greenpeace Southampton encourage voters to go to the polls with climate and nature in mind
With just 2 days to go until the General Election, on 4th July, scores of local volunteers have been out door-knocking across Southampton where they spoke to voters about climate solutions, and urged them to vote with climate and nature in mind. Polling shows that more than 70% of...
Review: Earthcycle – Orchestra of the Swan, Turner Sims, Southampton
By Charlotte Ndupuechi. Attending Turner Sims is always a pleasure. It is a real gem in Southampton situated within the grounds of the university, showcasing all sorts of musical delights. It’s easy to get to with great public transport, cycling links and parking. There are always several staff on-site...
Review: Kaiser Chiefs, TKMaxx Southampton Summer Sessions, Guildhall Square
Words and pictures by Callum Linklater. Kaiser Chiefs went down a riot with fans as they headlined the final installment of a very successful run of shows at the Southampton Summer Sessions (30.6.24). Frontman Ricky Wilson admitted that although his voice was worse for wear, he and the band...
Review: Loyle Carner TKMaxx Summer Sessions, Southampton Guildhall Square
Words and pictures by Rhona Murphy. Saturday night in Southampton and the question on my lips was is the city that has welcomed established family favourites such as Sir Tom Jones, Madness plus Gnarls Barkley & Chic in recent weeks to the transformed pop up music hub in Guildhall...