News

Listen Up returns with free live music in Basingstoke

[Mar 12, 2025]

Music fans will be able to enjoy another fantastic line-up of live performances in Basingstoke town centre this month as part of a showcase of music from homegrown talent and national artists.

Funding to support community and voluntary groups

[Mar 11, 2025]

Community and voluntary groups across the borough are set to benefit from more than £140,000 in funding following this year’s launch of a council grant scheme designed to provide more targeted activities, services and support for residents.

Northern Hampshire council to be discussed

[Mar 10, 2025]

Making the case for four new unitary councils for mainland Hampshire, including a unitary council encompassing Basingstoke and Deane, Hart and Rushmoor, will be discussed by councillors.

Pledge to continue investment in frontline services after councillors agree budget for the next year

[Feb 28, 2025]

Plans to continue significant investment in the borough council’s frontline services for the next year have been given the green light by councillors.

Independent advice and support at free event for first-time home buyers

[Feb 27, 2025]

First-time buyers in the borough can find out more about opportunities to get onto the housing ladder at a free council-run event next month.

Council unveils exciting plans for five replacement play areas

[Feb 26, 2025]

Work to transform five more of the borough’s play areas is under way as part of the borough council’s commitment to ensure play areas are inclusive, well maintained and fun places for families.

New play area now open at Sinclair Drive

[Feb 19, 2025]

Play time just got even better for children living near Sinclair Drive in Basingstoke following the completion of work to install a new play area.

Building inclusive workplaces for a thriving local economy

[Feb 18, 2025]

Businesses across Basingstoke and Deane will get to hear first-hand experiences of employers and students that have been part of a programme of inclusive work experience placements at a free event next month.

Street exhibition to commemorate 50 years of Basingstoke and Deane

[Feb 10, 2025]

Personal stories and memories of people living and working in the borough are set to be brought to life as part of a pop-up exhibition to celebrate 50 years of the borough of Basingstoke and Deane.

Opening the door for more community services to restart in South Ham

[Feb 07, 2025]

More community services and activities look set to restart later this year following a partnership effort to secure additional space in South Ham for a community association after its centre had to close.

Light trail set to illuminate Basingstoke town centre this February

[Feb 04, 2025]

Basingstoke town centre will shine brighter this February half-term as the popular Let’s Glow light trail returns, promising an unforgettable experience.

Council sets out ambitious new targets to deliver plan for future development

[Feb 04, 2025]

A new timetable to move forward the council's Local Plan, which will guide development in the borough over the coming years, is set to be agreed at a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 11 February.

Land sale to create new affordable homes proposed

[Feb 03, 2025]

More new affordable homes could be built in South Ham if Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council agrees to sell land it owns to a housing provider.

Thousands of new trees taking root throughout the borough

[Jan 30, 2025]

New trees that will provide food and shelter for native wildlife are now taking root in gardens throughout the borough after more than 1,500 residents collected free saplings in the Tree-mendous Giveaway.

Energy-saving freebies up for grabs

[Jan 29, 2025]

The next 50 people who book a home energy survey with Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council will get a box of money-saving goodies for free.

Jane Austen and VE Day 80 to be celebrated at Mayor’s spring concert

[Jan 28, 2025]

The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane’s spring concert will take place at The Anvil on Saturday 1 March at 7.30pm showcasing local singers and musicians.

Help to keep Basingstoke and Deane clean

[Jan 24, 2025]

Local volunteers, community groups, organisations and businesses are being called on to support a new borough council initiative to help keep Basingstoke and Deane clean.

Have your say on local nature reserve plans

[Jan 21, 2025]

The borough council is asking people for their views on its plans to designate Little Pen Wood as a local nature reserve.

Borough to remember victims of genocide on Holocaust Memorial Day

[Jan 13, 2025]

The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane will lead a short service to remember the victims of the Holocaust and other acts of genocide, later this month.

Council calls for sites for development to move forward Local Plan

[Jan 07, 2025]

Landowners and developers are being asked to come forward with sites that may be suitable for future development in the borough.

Sadness at death of former Basingstoke Town Mayor

[Jan 07, 2025]

The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane has announced the death of Criss Connor, a former borough and county councillor, who passed away in December 2024.

Photo provided by the Connor family.

Christmas opening hours

[Dec 24, 2024]

The council offices will be closed from 4.30pm on Tuesday 24 December 2024 until 8.30am on Thursday 2 January 2024.

Rink repair programme agreed to keep ice in Basingstoke

[Dec 20, 2024]

Major refurbishment work is set to begin at Basingstoke’s ice rink following Nice Leisure Limited taking over ownership of the long-term lease.

Support to bring empty homes back to tackle housing shortage

[Dec 20, 2024]

A move aimed at bringing more empty homes back into use across the borough has been backed by councillors.

Proposals to relocate facilities at Basingstoke Golf Centre to be considered

[Dec 19, 2024]

The borough’s flagship sports complex is being proposed as an option to relocate facilities currently on offer at Basingstoke Golf Centre, if a new indoor water park resort is built on the land the facility currently sits on.

Borough to bloom with thousands more wildflowers

[Dec 17, 2024]

Over 14 acres of native wildflower meadows will spring up across the borough thanks to a new project to restore and create habitats for bees, butterflies and other native wildlife.

Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th anniversary in Basingstoke and Deane

[Dec 16, 2024]

A year-long programme of events to celebrate the life and works of one of literature’s most beloved authors who was born and raised in Basingstoke and Deane is set to be launched this month.

Share the Christmas bin collection dates magic

[Dec 11, 2024]

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council and Hart District Council are calling on their bin-fluencers to help share important information on changes to festive bin collection dates.

Plans for a new play area unveiled at Sinclair Drive

[Dec 10, 2024]

Work to create a new play area in Sinclair Drive in Basingstoke is set to get underway early next year.

Updating the borough’s net zero strategy

[Dec 06, 2024]

Work to update the action plan for how the borough tackles the climate crisis and reaches net zero carbon is under way.

Residents urged to not waste the chance to have a green Christmas

[Dec 05, 2024]

Christmas can generate plenty of extra household waste and the council is urging residents to throw away less and recycle more during the festive season.

Families encouraged to help save Christmas as part of new Leisure Park trail

[Dec 02, 2024]

Families visiting Basingstoke Leisure Park could be in with a chance of winning a prize while exploring everything the park has to offer as part of a new free Christmas trail running throughout December.

Supporting Small Business Saturday with free parking boost

[Nov 28, 2024]

Shoppers are being encouraged to support small and independent businesses this Small Business Saturday, with free parking on offer in council-operated car parks in Basingstoke town centre.

Partnership work sees number of people rough sleeping in the borough fall

[Nov 27, 2024]

An innovative approach to working together to tackle rough sleeping and homelessness in Basingstoke and Deane has seen the number of people sleeping on the streets fall during the year.

Community’s work on Cliddesden Neighbourhood Plan praised by Mayor

[Nov 21, 2024]

The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane Cllr Dan Putty hosted a special reception to mark the council's adoption of the Cliddesden Neighbourhood Plan.

Search begins for partner to deliver new water and leisure complex

[Nov 20, 2024]

A formal search for a partner to deliver a new water and leisure complex to replace the Aquadrome has been launched.

Clean sweep of new names for street cleaning vehicles

[Nov 19, 2024]

Three new pathway sweepers have joined the council’s street cleansing fleet to help tackle the borough’s leaf fall and keep the borough clean and tidy.

Kick-off Christmas in Basingstoke this Festive Friday

[Nov 11, 2024]

Love Basingstoke will be spreading Christmas joy and kick-starting the festive period in style at the Top of the Town this November.

Consultation launched on council plans to keep investing in services

[Nov 06, 2024]

Residents, businesses and community groups are being encouraged to share their views on the council's plans to continue its significant investment in front line services over the next year.

Mayor set to lead borough's Remembrance services

[Oct 29, 2024]

The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane will lead the borough’s annual services to remember and honour the service and sacrifices of the armed forces in November.

Basingstoke & Deane Today autumn edition out now!

[Oct 28, 2024]

The autumn edition of our residents’ publication Basingstoke & Deane Today is out now, giving updates what is happening in the borough and information on council services.

Council campaign to stay safe while having fun this autumn

[Oct 28, 2024]

Have fun but stay safe – that is the message from Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council as the nights get darker this autumn.

Council funding creates improved community space at Viables Community Centre

[Oct 28, 2024]

Community groups can now hold meetings and small events in a meeting room at Viables Community Centre, thanks to over £100,000 of improvements.

Money-saving energy experts return to Basingstoke town centre

[Oct 22, 2024]

Free help to save money on energy bills this winter can be picked up along with shopping at The Malls when a team of specialists visits the shopping centre on Monday and Tuesday (28 and 29 October) next week.

Manydown deal signed in exciting step forward for Basingstoke

[Oct 21, 2024]

A landmark deal that will kick-start work to create new communities at Manydown has been signed by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council and Hampshire County Council.

Uniting to drive Real Change on World Homeless Day

[Oct 14, 2024]

A shared vision to reduce homelessness, dispel myths about its causes and raise funds saw people from all walks of life come together to mark last week's World Homeless Day on Thursday 10 October.

Cabinet approve renewal of town centre antisocial drinking order

[Oct 09, 2024]

Plans to renew an order to curb antisocial street drinking in Basingstoke town centre to keep it a safe and welcoming place, have been agreed by the council.

Fang-tastic activities in Basingstoke town centre this half-term

[Oct 07, 2024]

Children will be able to enjoy a frightfully fun programme of activities this October half-term as Love Basingstoke Presents returns to the Top of the Town.

Council marks the start of Black History Month

[Oct 04, 2024]

The start of Black History Month was marked by the council with a flag raising and an event to honour the Black communities in the borough.

New exercise classes to help more people to get moving

[Oct 04, 2024]

People in Oakridge, Buckskin and Popley who are looking to be more active are being encouraged to join a new physical activity class organised by the council.

Supporting community and voluntary groups to meet their communities’ needs

[Oct 02, 2024]

Eleven community and voluntary groups across the borough are now benefitting from over £130,000 of funding from the latest round of the council’s Strengthening Communities Grant scheme.

Shaping the borough’s future workforce

[Oct 02, 2024]

Businesses across Basingstoke and Deane will get the chance to come together and learn more about the benefits of having an inclusive and diverse workforce at a free event next month.

New grant scheme set to boost support for borough’s independent retailers

[Oct 02, 2024]

Businesses in Basingstoke’s Top of the Town and other towns and villages across the borough can now get help to fund improvements to their buildings, following the launch of a new grant scheme.

Free help to save hundreds of pounds on energy bills

[Oct 01, 2024]

As the energy price cap goes up by 10% today (1 October), people living in Basingstoke and Deane are being reminded there is free help to save money on their bills and keep their homes warm this winter.

Proposals for more electric vehicle charging points

[Sep 23, 2024]

Until Monday 4 November, have your say on our proposals to help create new vehicle chargers across the borough.

Variety Show to put the spotlight on borough’s talent

[Sep 23, 2024]

Theatre goers are in for a spectacular night at The Anvil as the Basingstoke Variety Show returns to wow the crowd for its twenty-third year.

Councillor funding for community projects

[Sep 20, 2024]

Community groups and organisations can still apply for funding for small-scale local initiatives through the council’s Councillor Community Grant Scheme.

Support for local businesses to navigate changing employment law

[Sep 17, 2024]

Businesses across the borough can get help and support following proposed updates to employment law at a free event this month.

Listen Up for free live music this September

[Sep 16, 2024]

Music lovers will be able to enjoy a fantastic line-up of live music as part of a new event celebrating music from homegrown talent and national artists.

Exhibition to celebrate 50 years of Basingstoke and Deane

[Sep 12, 2024]

As part of a special exhibition to celebrate 50 years since the creation of Basingstoke and Deane, residents and businesses are being encouraged to share their experiences of living and working in the area.

Free event to support first-time buyers looking to own their own home

[Sep 11, 2024]

First-time buyers looking to get onto the housing ladder can find out more about opportunities to own their own home at a free council-run event this month.

Pawsome stray dog service

[Sep 04, 2024]

The council’s stray dog service and licensing team has been given a round of a-paws after winning the RSPCA’s top PawPrint Awards.

Purchase of town centre site set to support innovative work to prevent homelessness

[Sep 03, 2024]

The council could purchase a town centre building to protect the key service it provides to those at risk of homelessness.

Free expert-led nature and climate activities for local primary schools

[Sep 02, 2024]

Fun new activities and assemblies to help four to 11-year-olds learn about wildlife, plants and climate change are coming to local primary schools this autumn.

Supporting delivery of affordable homes as part of regeneration plans

[Sep 02, 2024]

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is set to transfer land it owns in Winklebury to support the regeneration of the area and enable the delivery of new affordable homes.

Double celebration for borough’s conservation heroes

[Aug 30, 2024]

Work to protect and enhance the borough’s natural environment has received a boost thanks to the efforts of volunteers who have more than doubled the number of hours spent carrying out conservation in a year.

Making sure you are registered to vote

[Aug 28, 2024]

The council will be contacting households across the borough throughout the summer to ensure their details are correct on the electoral register as part of the annual canvass.

Bank holiday bin collections

[Aug 23, 2024]

Bins will be collected as normal on bank holiday Monday (26 August). Please ensure that you put your bin out for collection by 6am.

New ultra-low carbon taxi takes to the streets

[Aug 21, 2024]

The first of up to 17 new ultra-low carbon hackney carriages recently took to the streets of the borough under the council’s scheme to assist local taxi drivers to invest in greener and accessible taxis.

Summer of fun ends with jam-packed programme of activities

[Aug 15, 2024]

A climbing wall, face painting, sports and arts and crafts are just some of the free activities on offer as Love Basingstoke’s summer of fun draws to a close on Friday 30 August.

Free advice for residents looking to buy their own home

[Aug 14, 2024]

Residents looking to own their own home can now get tailored advice following the launch of a free appointment service.

Thousands of free trees up for grabs

[Aug 12, 2024]

Residents can get two free trees to plant in their gardens this autumn to encourage native plants and wildlife and capture carbon as The Tree-Mendous Giveaway launches in Basingstoke and Deane.

Eastrop Park paddling pool to open from midday on Saturday 10 August 2024

[Aug 09, 2024]

We are pleased to let you know that the paddling pool at Eastrop Park in Basingstoke will reopen from midday on Saturday 10 August, following the flooding last week.

Supporting business success at Basing View

[Aug 09, 2024]

Additional parking has been created at Basingstoke’s central business district as part of the council’s work to support businesses and attract new companies to the borough.

More play areas set for major refurbishment

[Aug 09, 2024]

Five more play areas in the borough are to undergo a major makeover as part of the council’s commitment to ensure play areas are inclusive, well maintained and fun places for families.

Former Mayor’s charity fundraising totals revealed

[Aug 07, 2024]

The former Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane has thanked local people for helping him raise more than £15,000 for three local charities during his year in office.

Growing garden waste collections

[Aug 07, 2024]

More people in Basingstoke and Deane are recycling their garden waste through the council’s collection service, helping to cut carbon in the borough.

New outdoor mural celebrates wildlife in South View

[Aug 01, 2024]

A colourful new mural that celebrates habitats and wildlife in South View has been brought to life as part of a new project.

Introduction of food waste collections agreed by Cabinet

[Jul 31, 2024]

The introduction of weekly kerbside food waste collections from October 2025 was agreed by the council’s Cabinet on Tuesday 30 July.

Proposals for new water and leisure complex being drawn up

[Jul 31, 2024]

Plans for a new water and leisure complex to replace the Aquadrome are being firmed up as the council prepares to start the formal search for a leisure specialist to design, build and run it.

Free summer fun across Basingstoke and Deane

[Jul 30, 2024]

Children of all ages will be able to enjoy a summer of fun and try their hand at something new this August with free activities on offer in Basingstoke town centre and communities across the borough.

Basingstoke Festival success curtain-raiser to summer of fun

[Jul 29, 2024]

Over 12,000 people attended free family-friendly outdoor arts events as part of Basingstoke Festival this year, it has been revealed after it finished earlier this month.

Investment in Whiteditch open space brings new facilities for all

[Jul 29, 2024]

Visitors to Whiteditch open space in Oakridge can now enjoy new games and fitness equipment as well as woodland-themed sculptures and totems after a major £390,000 improvement project.

Proposed changes to waste collections to help residents recycle more

[Jul 23, 2024]

Residents will be able to recycle more next year if borough council plans to speed up the introduction of food waste collections in Basingstoke and Deane are approved.

Take positive steps to be more active at free council event

[Jul 19, 2024]

People will be able to try out sports and activities for free at the council’s Sport and Wellbeing Day at War Memorial Park on Saturday 27 July.

Greener bin trucks driving down council’s carbon emissions

[Jul 19, 2024]

Over 288 tonnes of carbon emissions have already been saved after the council began fuelling its bin trucks with a low-carbon biofuel three months ago.

Green Flag success for borough’s parks

[Jul 17, 2024]

Three popular parks in Basingstoke and Deane have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag, putting them among the very best parks in the UK.

Action plan to kick-start rejuvenation of Basingstoke’s historic heart

[Jul 16, 2024]

Basingstoke’s Top of the Town is set to benefit from a package of improvements aimed at breathing new life into the area and enhancing its vibrancy.

Feedback to shape next version of borough’s plan to guide development

[Jul 15, 2024]

Over 7,000 comments made on the draft plan that will guide development and planning decisions in Basingstoke and Deane until at least 2040 are being considered by the borough council.

Free live performances this summer in Eastrop Park

[Jul 12, 2024]

Music lovers will be able to enjoy a programme of free performances by local bands every Sunday throughout the summer.

Have your say on plans to renew town centre antisocial drinking measures

[Jul 09, 2024]

People are being asked to give their views on plans to renew an order to curb antisocial street drinking in Basingstoke town centre to keep it a safe and welcoming place.

Basingstoke Festival to showcase more astonishing performances this weekend

[Jul 03, 2024]

Basingstoke Festival will end with a bang this weekend with even more performances on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July.

Find your polling station

[Jul 03, 2024]

Basingstoke Festival continues this weekend

[Jun 26, 2024]

After a spectacular opening weekend, Basingstoke Festival will continue to bring art, dance and acrobatics to the borough this Saturday and Sunday.

Half a million pounds of council funding to improve community buildings

[Jun 18, 2024]

Community and voluntary organisations are being encouraged to apply for grants to enhance, modernise and improve their facilities thanks to funding available the council.

Basingstoke Festival set to kick start the summer

[Jun 17, 2024]

Basingstoke Festival returns on Friday 21 June with three weekends of performances in Basingstoke town centre and around the borough to kick-off the summer.

Flag raising service set to launch Armed Forces Week

[Jun 13, 2024]

A flag-raising ceremony will mark the start of Armed Forces Week later this month on Monday 24 June 2024 at 10am at the Civic Offices.

Councillor grant scheme to support community projects

[Jun 05, 2024]

Community groups and organisations can now apply for funding for small-scale local initiatives following this year’s launch of the council’s Councillor Community Grant Scheme.

Free audits to help businesses grow greener

[Jun 03, 2024]

Local businesses can now get free help to save money, cut waste and become more environmentally friendly with a new sustainability audit from the council.

Borough-wide festivities to celebrate local climate action begin this weekend

[Jun 03, 2024]

A week of events and activities for people of all ages to enjoy begins this Saturday (8 June) as Basingstoke Green Week returns to the borough again this summer.

All welcome to Mayor's Civic Service

[May 28, 2024]

Residents are invited to join the Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane Cllr Dan Putty at a Civic Sunday Service on Sunday 9 June 2024.

Mayor invites veterans to mark D-Day 80

[May 24, 2024]

Residents and armed forces veterans are being invited to join the Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane Cllr Dan Putty at a special ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Additional council support for small businesses to develop their workforce

[May 17, 2024]

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council has launched a new fund for small businesses to invest in their workforces’ training and development.

Leader announces continued Cabinet focus on delivering priorities

[May 16, 2024]

Leader Cllr Paul Harvey has announced that the decision-making Cabinet will stay the same, with the focus on delivering what residents have said is important to them.

Outgoing Mayor awards local people for their community service

[May 16, 2024]

Basingstoke and Deane’s outgoing Mayor Cllr David Leeks has honoured community champions to thank them for their outstanding service to the borough.

Cllr Dan Putty elected as Mayor for second term

[May 10, 2024]

Cllr Dan Putty is the new Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane following a Mayor Making ceremony at the Civic Offices last night (Thursday 9 May).

New games area and fitness equipment for Whiteditch

[Mar 21, 2024]

Work to install £200,000 of games and fitness equipment as part of a major improvement project for Whiteditch open space in Oakridge is under way.

Funding boost for community buildings

[Mar 21, 2024]

Community and voluntary organisations across the borough are benefiting from £300,000 of funding from the council to enhance, modernise and improve their facilities.

More help for community projects thanks to council funding

[Mar 21, 2024]

More money has been given to local organisations and groups this year thanks to the council’s Councillor Community Grant scheme.

More people eligible for free energy-saving home improvements

[Mar 21, 2024]

More people in Basingstoke and Deane can now get free home improvements to help them save money and cut carbon, after a grant scheme increased its income limit by £5,000.

Council’s million-pound pledge for more electric vehicle chargers

[Mar 21, 2024]

The borough’s first on-street electric vehicle chargers will be switched on in Basingstoke this spring as the council begins driving forward plans to spend over £1 million on new charging points.

Council exploring options for golf centre following deal for a new indoor water park resort

[Mar 21, 2024]

Work is under way to identify council-owned land to provide a replacement for facilities at Basingstoke Golf Centre.

Biofuel-powered bin trucks to halve council carbon footprint

[Mar 20, 2024]

The council will more than halve its carbon footprint when its kerbside waste and recycling trucks swap diesel for a low-carbon biofuel next month.

Fun-filled Basingstoke Festival programme to showcase best of performing arts

[Mar 20, 2024]

Basingstoke Festival will return this summer giving residents and visitors to the borough the opportunity to explore art in unusual places.

Queen Mary’s College student announced as winner of Streets Alive art competition

[Mar 19, 2024]

A student from a Basingstoke college will have her design brought to life as part of a colourful art project, following a public vote.

Funding for sport, leisure and community facilities in Popley

[Mar 19, 2024]

Users of the sport, leisure and community facilities at Everest Community Academy are benefiting from over £140,000 of improvements, thanks to a funding boost from the Council.

Free solar panels to help power local organisations

[Mar 18, 2024]

Local businesses, community organisations and groups could save hundreds of pounds a year on their energy bills by having solar panels installed on their roofs for free.

Council increases access to public toilets

[Mar 18, 2024]

More council-run toilets across the borough are being reopened or opening hours extended as part of the council’s drive to increase access to these vital facilities.

New Olympic standard playing pitch for Down Grange

[Mar 18, 2024]

Hockey and football players of all ages in the borough can now benefit from a new world-class playing surface at Down Grange Sports Complex in Kempshott, Basingstoke.

Targeted support for victims of domestic abuse

[Mar 13, 2024]

Victims of domestic abuse in Basingstoke and Deane and Hart will be able to access vital support as part of a new service, following a successful funding bid.

Plan for growing borough’s biodiversity approved

[Mar 06, 2024]

A plan to lead in protecting and enhancing biodiversity in the borough has been approved as part of the council's commitment to tackle the ecological emergency.

Driving forward accessible and low-emission taxis

[Mar 06, 2024]

Taxi drivers can now apply for council support to get new easily-accessible and ultra-low emission hackney carriages onto the streets of the borough.

Grant scheme to support community organisations re-opens

[Mar 06, 2024]

Community and voluntary groups in Basingstoke and Deane can now apply for grants to strengthen their organisations to continue delivering services for their communities.

Free garden surveys to help wildlife flourish

[Mar 01, 2024]

People across the borough are being encouraged to help their gardens to nurture wildlife and cut carbon with top tips and advice from Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.