v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v Page 76 • The HERALD • 8th October 2026 145 Long Lane, Holbury SO45 2NZ Tel: 023 8024 3300 FOR ALL YOUR MOTORING NEEDS LOCALLY • Free fit batteries (most cars) • Free fit wiper blades • Battery chargers • Oils • Braking • Service parts • Tools/tool hire • Car paints • Engine management diagnostics/reset • Towing accessories • Number plates • Exhaust systems • Steering/suspension • Haynes manuals W: www.cobramotorcomponents.co.uk E: sales@cobramotorcomponents.co.uk Holbury Service Station MOT’S & SERVICING and Repairs to Cars and Vans TYRES FITTED WHILE YOU WAIT Budget and Branded Tyres held in stock Member of Good Garage Scheme Long Lane, Holbury SO45 2NZ Tel: 023 8089 3727 Web: www.holburyservicestation.com Email: holburyservicestation@hotmail.co.uk All Major Cards Accepted Get into the Christmas spirit at Honeypot’s Christmas Carol Concert in Romsey Abbey Christmas music, community singing and festive cheer will once again come together at Romsey Abbey this December, as e Honeypot Children’s Charity hosts its much-loved annual Christmas Carol Concert. Taking place on Wednesday 2nd December at 7pm, this year’s concert is especially signi cant as Honeypot celebrates its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of creating happy memories and brighter futures for young carers and children experiencing di cult circumstances. e festive evening will bring together four talented local choirs for an evening of music, celebration and community, while raising funds to support young carers and children aged 5-12 experiencing di cult circumstances. e concert will feature performances from Romsey Male Voice Choir, Walhampton School Chapel Choir, One Way Ticket Choir and Bournemouth Youth Handbell Team, alongside opportunities for guests to join in with some much-loved Christmas favourites. ere will also be festive refreshments and a ra e, making it a wonderful opportunity for local families and the wider community to come together, enjoy the Christmas spirit and support a great cause. Simmi Woodwal, Chief Executive of e Honeypot Children’s Charity, said: “Our Christmas Carol Concert has become a much-loved tradition in the Honeypot calendar, and we’re delighted to be returning to the beautiful Romsey Abbey once again this year. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, it’s particularly special to be bringing our local community together for an evening of music, festive cheer and fundraising. We hope people will come along, sing their favourite carols and help us give young carers the chance to make happy childhood memories this Christmas.” Tickets are £15 for adults, while children aged 5-12 can attend free of charge. e event is kindly sponsored by Selwood, part of e Workdry Group. Donations made at the event will be doubled through Honeypot’s Christmas Appeal Match Funder, meaning every donation can go twice as far in helping children access the support and opportunities they need. Tickets are available from: bit.ly/ HoneypotCarols2026 or call: 020 7602 2631. Go along, sing your favourite carols and help make Christmas a little brighter for young carers. Local School Secures £4,428 Grant for Music Lessons Students at Li New Forest are set to bene t from professional music tuition a er the school secured a £4,428 grant from the Waterside Community Fund. e funding will provide nancial assistance towards the cost of instrumental and vocal lessons for up to 27 students, including 16 studying GCSE Music. By helping remove the cost of private lessons, the funding will give more students the opportunity to develop their musical abilities and consider taking music further a er GCSE. e Waterside Community Fund is a Hampshire charity supporting people and local organisations across Hythe, Dibden, Fawley and Marchwood. It provides support to people facing need, hardship or distress, while also working with local organisations to improve opportunities within the community. Music at Li New Forest is built around performance, composition and listening and analysis, with students developing these skills as they progress through the school. ey can also build their performance skills through lessons with visiting tutors. Rob Forder, Principal of Li New Forest, said: “We are delighted to have secured this funding, which will make a real difference to our students. The cost of professional music lessons can be a barrier, so it is fantastic to be able to give more students the opportunity to develop their skills and confidence. We are particularly pleased that this will support students studying Music for GCSE and help them pursue their interest in music beyond school.” Lift New Forest student Alex Smith plays the trombone Art in the Park Join artist Mandy at Lepe Country Park on Friday 30th October, 10am–12noon, to develop your ideas and hone your skills. Enjoy this art session for your own wellbeing, meeting with like-minded people, exploring a di erent theme each month. Fill up your sketchbook whilst exchanging ideas and tips while you work. Please note: is is not a taught session but more a chance to meet with other creative people socially for your own wellbeing. is is a bookable event, £5 per session, to book please contact visitor services email: lepe.enquiries@hants.gov.uk or call: 023 8089 9108 or book online: www. hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/ lepe/whats-on Usual parking charges apply. An Autumn Treat From New Forest Players As They Proudly Present Caramba’s Revenge New Forest Players proudly present Caramba’s Revenge by William Norfolk from 28th – 31st October at Ballard Performing Arts Centre. Audiences will love this ingenious black comedy featuring four delightful elderly ladies, Marge, Lottie, Doris and Violet. ey all live together in harmony in Violet’s rented house, pool their resources and have a happy, comfy lifestyle. But then tragedy strikes when Violet is mugged and dies. e rst of many twists come when the three remaining ladies decide not to report her death so that they can continue to draw her pension. e plan succeeds until Violet’s granddaughter, Ronnie, arrives from Australia searching for her missing relative. is delightful escapade of improbable murder, witty banter and absurd situations as the ladies attempt to control the complications of their scheme, will guarantee a fun evening’s entertainment. Tickets are £14 via the box o ce: 07503 202478 or via their website: newforestplayers.com
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