Local News

The Grimsdyke Goose Fair, held on Sunday 2nd August, saw people from across the south gather at Swaynes Firs Farm in Coombe Bissett for a traditional poultry auction and car boot sale.

The renowned RAF Red Arrows will conduct a special fly-past to mark the 60th anniversary of Longleat’s pioneering safari in Wiltshire, it has been announced. 

The Salisbury Bemerton Community Board has been successfully established, marking another important milestone in the delivery of the government’s Pride in Place programme and its long-term vision for the area.

To mark the 800th anniversary of Salisbury receiving its Royal Charter, Salisbury City Council is launching a landmark Living Legacy Project.

This afternoon on Salisbury Radio Craig Hicks has asked his listeners to vote for a local Salisbury company in national roofing industry competition.

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail Wessex (NR Wessex) have launched a major crackdown on ‘short-faring’ - where customers deliberately buy a ticket only for part of their journey instead of paying the correct fare for the full distance travelled – after identifying widespread misuse of barcode tickets and e-tickets by customers deliberately avoiding paying the correct fare.

Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson is calling on residents across Wiltshire and Swindon to have their say on the Government's proposals for the biggest changes to policing in a generation.

The annual Open Garden at Hatch House, which this year takes place on Sunday 30th August from 11 am until 4:30 pm.

Wiltshire Creative and DANCE SIX-0 are thrilled to be working in partnership with a local charity to host a new Dementia Arts Group at Salisbury Arts Centre from September.

Officers and staff from across Wiltshire Police have been working with domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking charity FearFree as part of the We Rise programme.

The theme at the Army Flying Museum these summer holidays is ‘Summer of Flight’, with special attractions, games and guests.

A retired Salisbury English teacher has published a moving collection of poems inspired by the memories he shares with his wife, Rosemary, who has been living with dementia for several years.

An afternoon of "high-octane family entertainment" is in store as Ring Wrestling Stars (RWS) brings the Salisbury Slamdown to Salisbury City Hall on Sunday, 13th September.

More than £2 million has been invested in new trench training infrastructure at Copehill Down Training Village on Salisbury Plain, enhancing the UK Armed Forces’ ability to train in realistic and modern battlefield environments.

Hundreds of army personnel have been shown the hard-hitting realities of drink driving and the impact that getting caught or hurting someone could have on their lives.

A comfortable evening and a second-half hat-trick from Nathan Odokonyero made sure Salisbury put on a five-star performance to defeat Havant & Waterlooville in their last pre-season fixture.

Salisbury FC have announced the loan signing of centre-back Dan Ellison from Yeovil Town on a six-month loan deal.

Wiltshire Police have charged a man with a number of driving offences following an incident of hare coursing across rural land near Ludgershall in April.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has challenged the public to test their observation skills through a new, interactive “Spot the Sniper” campaign.

Wiltshire Council has welcomed the Prime Minister's commitment to reforming adult social care and securing a sustainable future for services that support some of the county's most vulnerable residents.

Hundreds more Salisbury pupils will benefit from additional classrooms, improved facilities and enhanced sports facilities following a major £14.6m investment by Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire Council has awarded £200,000 to VisitWiltshire to help grow the county’s visitor economy, support local businesses and encourage more people to visit the county.

An artist from Matlock, in Derbyshire, has helped a Salisbury veteran pick up the pieces of her life after discovering a passion for jigsaw puzzles.

A man has been given a seven-year restraining order after he launched a series of violent attacks on his former partner.

Salisbury-based charity ALABARÉ is encouraging people facing mental health challenges this summer to make use of the free and confidential drop-in service at the city’s Riverside Sanctuary.

A domestic abuser who assaulted his partner has been jailed as we continue our focus on reducing and preventing violence against women and girls.

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail Wessex (NR Wessex) will introduce a temporary timetable on the West of England line between London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids from Monday 10 August.

Do you have an idea that could improve your local area? Salisbury City Council is inviting community groups, organisations, and other eligible applicants to apply for funding.

Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate Victoria Charleston has actively called for an end to Salisbury’s ‘dental desert’.

Following the issuing of the council tax bills for 2026/27, Wiltshire Council is encouraging residents to sign up for council tax e‑billing so they can receive future bills digitally. 

The third Grimsdyke Goose Fair, held this year on Sunday 2nd August at Swaynes Fir Farm in Coombe Bissett.

John Bennett battled back from qualifying adversity to achieve a brace of impressive top-10 results in the latest FIA Formula 2 Championship round in Hungary this past weekend (24-26 July).

Wiltshire Council is inviting people to share their views on how Adult Social Care services should work with and support people across Wiltshire.

Salisbury FC has announced that centre-back and former Player's Player of the Season Dom Revan has signed permanently for the 2026/27 season.

Salisbury Cathedral’s renowned Organ Prom is back this August, which promises to be an enjoyable summer’s evening of popular music.

Wiltshire continues to have one of the lowest crime rates in England and remains the safest force area in the South West, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) crime rate data published last week.

Wiltshire Council has reaffirmed its commitment to ending violence against women and girls (EVAWG) by agreeing to appoint a dedicated councillor champion to help drive awareness, support partnership working and ensure the issue remains a priority across the organisation.

Wiltshire Police are urging motorists to take a second look for motorcyclists when using the county's roads.

A Wiltshire Police campaign aimed at tackling drink driving and raising awareness of domestic abuse support during the FIFA World Cup has led to a decrease in drink drive offences and a rise in domestic abuse-related reporting.

The Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity, is looking for adventurous supporters to take on a 100km Sahara Desert trek challenge.

A man has sustained life-changing injuries following a road traffic collision on the A30 in Fovant.

Music lovers are invited to enjoy an afternoon of live performances as independent clothing store Daliz hosts Daliz Day Fest on Saturday 25th July at Cross Keys, Salisbury.

The stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House, adapted by Olivier and BAFTA Award-winning writer Stef Smith, has announced its full cast ahead of its world premiere at Salisbury Playhouse this autumn.

A landmark celebration marking the city's 800th birthday will bring people together on Sunday 25 July 2027, with Salisbury City Council having revealed the first exciting plans for a day of festivities and inviting the community to help make history.

Wiltshire Council is preparing to begin its annual process of ensuring the county’s electoral register is accurate and up to date, helping to make sure residents don’t lose their chance to vote on decisions that affect them.

Construction has begun at Tidworth and Warminster to deliver new and improved facilities for military personnel while enhancing operational efficiency on Salisbury Plain.

Three people have been taken to hospital following a collision on the A30 this morning (21st July).

Officers at Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses regarding criminal damage to the newly installed playpark at Bonnymead in Amesbury.

The Cuckoo Inn at Hamptworth has been chosen as the best cider pub across a huge area of Southern England by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

Wiltshire Police are investigating the theft of machinery, including GPS trackers from tractors and a combine harvester, in the south of the county.

John Bennett achieved the best qualifying result of his FIA Formula 2 Championship career to date in the most recent event at Spa-Francorchamps (17-19 July), by recording the fifth fastest time among the grid of 22 cars during the qualifying session on Friday.

Salisbury FC have announced two midfield signings, with Yacou Traore and Jordan Alonge joining ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Salisbury Radio is delighted to announce the return of Song for Christmas, with local schools filling the airwaves with their festive songs in the lead-up to Christmas 2025.

Salisbury Radio have announced the winner of Song for Christmas 2024.