Local News

International event rider Kirsty Chabert is inviting the local community behind the scenes at her Team Opposition eventing yard in Landford, Wiltshire, for a special Yard Open Day on Wednesday 26 August, from 11 am–3 pm.

Councillor Chris Harrison, Mayor of Wilton, has selected Salisbury Hospice’s “Sponsor a Nurse” campaign as his Mayor’s Appeal charity for this mayoral term.

As part of Salisbury City Council’s CCTV monitoring service, a dedicated team of volunteer operators monitors the city’s state-of-the-art CCTV and radio system.

Residents in and around Salisbury are reporting a strong smell of smoke this morning (14th August).

Wiltshire's Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson has called for a measured and evidence-led approach to police reform, stressing that any changes must strengthen policing's ability to serve communities, protect the vulnerable and maintain public confidence.

Audiences will have an opportunity to enjoy Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic film musical The Sound of Music on the big screen in Salisbury Cathedral on Saturday 5 September.

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) by Isobel McArthur, after Jane Austen, has proved to be one of the most successful touring productions ever and is returning yet again, including a run at Salisbury Playhouse.

A Wiltshire Police staff member has celebrated a highly successful day at the Police Sport UK (PSUK) Southern Championships Blue Lights Horse Show, taking home multiple titles while proudly representing the Force.

After a 29-year international career, Salisbury-born pro wrestler steps into the ring one last time for Ring Wrestling Stars’ "Salisbury Slamdown" on September 13th.

The leaders of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council, Dorset Council, Somerset Council and Wiltshire Council have welcomed the Government’s invitation to express an interest in establishing a Mayoral Strategic Authority for Wessex.

A trio of daredevils will take on a sky dive in memory of a grandmother and godmother who spent her life making people feel like they mattered.

Salisbury, along with the rest of the UK, is set to experience its fullest eclipse since 1999 this evening.

With the fifth heatwave of the summer coming in this week, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is again reminding people how to help reduce the risk of wildfire.

As England and Wales endure a season of scorching heatwaves, The Salvation Army in Salisbury is taking a moment to salute the unsung heroes of the community: its volunteers.

Wiltshire Council will launch the first consultation in the new Wiltshire Local Plan process next month, giving residents, businesses and stakeholders an early opportunity to help shape the future of the county, including in Salisbury on Tuesday, 8th September.

Berwick St John Country Fair is returning for 2026 in support of the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity.

Salisbury kicked off their 2026/27 campaign in emphatic fashion and ran out 5-0 victors against Hampton & Richmond thanks to a second-half hat-trick from forward Jaiden Bartolo, with Nathan Odokonyero and Josh Hedges also getting on the scoresheet.

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.

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.