What&#x27;s on in Barton Stacey

Sun 12 Apr16:00St Margaret's(3.4mi)

Messy Easter

St Margaret's is putting on Messy Easter and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

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Sun 12 Apr18:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Evensong

Rev’d Jo Criscenti

Thu 16 Apr19:30The Royal Logistic Corps Museum(4mi)

Talk: Hampshire's Part-Time Soldiers

ROSE, CASTLE AND CROWN: HAMPSHIRE AND THE ISLE OF WIGHT’S CITIZEN SOLDIERS This talk, based on the book written by Colonel (Retd) Patrick Crowley MBE DL, explores a unique history of the part-time soldier of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, from the time of the militia, yeomanry and volunteer, through to the Territorial Army and today’s Army Reserve. This is all placed in the wider context of the British Army’s history. The book tells the fascinating story of citizen soldiers woven through times of war and peace. It begins nearly 500 years ago with the raising of a militia that repulsed the French invasion of the Isle of Wight and continues with an examination of volunteers and the subsequent birth of the yeomanry in the late 18th century. Drawn from towns, villages and hamlets across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, volunteers have served at home and in numerous territories abroad: including the former Ottoman Empire, Burma, Siberia, France, Belgium, the Balkans, as well as post-9/11 Afghanistan and Iraq. Rose, Castle and Crown underscores the challenge and sacrifice that all military volunteers, throughout history, have had to make balancing the needs of service with family demands and their main civilian employment.

Sat 18 AprForest Edge Kart Club(1.6mi)

Next Practice

Forest Edge Kart Club is putting on Next Practice and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

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Sat 18 Apr09:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Foundations for the Future - St Mary's Micheldever is your church

Page 2 Reordering LeafletCome along to an informal meeting at the church for an opportunity to learn more about proposed improvements to the church building.

Sat 18 Apr19:00Sports and Social Club(4.9mi)

Comedy

Quip Shed Comedy Night April

Quip Shed Comedy Night in Whitchurch – Live Stand-Up Returns! Saturday 18th April 2026 | Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00 PM The last show SOLD OUT – tickets will go fast again TICKETS ON SALE HERE! Get ready for a hilarious night of live comedy at Whitchurch Club! Three incredible stand-up comedians will take the stage for an evening packed with sharp wit, outrageous stories, and unforgettable punchlines. This is a must-see comedy event you won’t want to miss! Quip Shed Comedy Night returns to Whitchurch Sports & Social Club on Saturday 18th April with a huge lineup of internationally recognised stand-up comedians. Following the success of the previous event — which sold out in advance — this promises to be another packed-out night of top-quality live comedy, right here in Whitchurch. Doors open at 7:00pm for an 8:00pm start. Arrive early, grab a drink, and settle in for a brilliant evening of laughter. ⭐ Keith Farnan Keith Farnan is an internationally acclaimed stand-up comedian with an impressive list of television, radio, and live performance credits. He has appeared on BBC’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, BBC Three, Channel 4, RTE, and Showtime, including Live From Amsterdam, which showcases the best American and European comedians working today. Keith has also performed at Just For Laughs Montreal and on Holland’s highest-rated comedy show, The Comedy Factory. Keith has performed stand-up comedy all over the world, from Montreal and Amsterdam to Hong Kong.

Sat 25 Apr09:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Foundations for the Future - St Mary's Micheldever is your church

Come along to an informal meeting at the church to learn more about proposed improvements to the church building.

Sat 25 Apr19:00Sports and Social Club(4.9mi)

Sports & Fitness

Fight Night - Boxing

Fight Night Returns to WSSC – April 25th 2026 The First of Three Explosive Boxing Events This Year Fight Night is back at Whitchurch Sports & Social Club on Saturday 25th April 2026, and this time it’s bigger than ever. Kicking off the first of three Fight Night instalments for 2026, this event launches an action-packed boxing series that promises adrenaline, atmosphere, and unforgettable live entertainment. Whether you’re a long-time boxing fan or simply love a high-energy night out, Fight Night at WSSC delivers raw sporting drama in a buzzing social setting. Live Boxing by Legacy Boxing Club, Andover All boxing and entertainment on the night will be delivered by Legacy Boxing Club from Andover, a respected local club known for producing exciting bouts and professional-standard events. Expect well-matched fighters, competitive contests, and non-stop action as boxers step into the ring to test their skill, stamina, and determination. From the opening bell to the final round, every fight brings intensity, passion, and crowd-pleasing moments. What to Expect on the Night Fight Night at WSSC is about more than just boxing.

Sat 2 May09:30St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Churchyard Spring Clear Up

All are welcome to help with the churchyard spring clear-up. Just pop in when you can between 9.30 and 12.30pm. Please come and help prepare the churchyard for the year ahead. Sweeping, mowing, tidying etc. Don’t forget to bring sturdy boots and gloves. Light refreshments provided.

Mon 4 May10:00The Royal Logistic Corps Museum(4mi)

Friends of King Alfred's Buses Running Day

We are delighted to be supporting the Friends of King Alfred’s Buses on their upcoming running day. On Monday May 4th their iconic green buses will once again be shuttling visitors from the town centre to the museum. We will be opening specially to welcome passengers into the museum. Free bus rides will start from the time-honoured departure point in the Broadway for King Alfred services, while the other buses will start their runs at the St Catherine’s Park & Ride site, picking up at the Guildhall on their way. All the details will be contained in the customary high-standard fully illustrated souvenir programme on sale from Friends of King Alfred’s Buses. Revenue from the sale of programmes supports the buses to continue to operate. More than sixty FoKAB members will be volunteering their services in all kinds of roles from driving and conducting, through marshalling to the all-important programme sales, whilst museum staff and volunteers will be ready to welcome you to our site in Worthy Down. Visit their website for full details.

Thu 7 May19:30The Royal Logistic Corps Museum(4mi)

Talk: Rise & Fall of the British Army

The Rise & Fall of the British Army In his new book The Rise and Fall of the British Army, 1975–2025, Ben Barry analyses how the British Army evolved over the last half century. He shows how the Army’s combat capability increased throughout the 1980s in the face of a prospective war with the Soviet Union. The Army was tested on operations from Northern Ireland, the Falklands War, the 1991 Gulf War, through the Balkans and Sierra Leone to Afghanistan in 2001 and the 2003 invasion of Iraq. There followed two decades of descent from this high plateau of military success. Mistakes made in Iraq and Afghanistan led to a decline in support for military deployments. Cuts to defence funding and botched equipment procurements left the British Army of 2025 less than half the size of that of 1975, with much fighting equipment either obsolete or approaching obsolescence. There are lessons for the future from this half century of combat, continuity and change. The book identifies success factors for strategic leadership, innovation, adaptation and Army change programmes, as well as lessons from the Cold War relevant to the Army’s challenging new role in NATO. Brigadier Ben Barry Ben Barry is a Associate Fellow, Defence and Military Analysis. He joined the IISS in 2010, before which he served in the British Army.

Sat 9 May19:00Sports and Social Club(4.9mi)

Quiz Night at Whitchurch Sports & Social Club

Quiz Night at Whitchurch Sports & Social Club Saturday 9th May 2026 – Raising Funds for the Club Put your knowledge to the test and join us for a fun-filled Quiz Night at Whitchurch Sports & Social Club on Saturday 9th May 2026. This special evening is all about bringing people together, enjoying a great night out, and raising funds to support the club. Whether you’re a trivia champion or just enjoy a laugh with friends, this quiz night is designed to be relaxed, friendly, and entertaining from start to finish. What to Expect Doors open from 7pm, giving you plenty of time to grab a drink, find your team, and settle in before the quiz begins. Expect a mix of general knowledge, picture rounds, and a few surprises along the way. Some rounds will test your memory. Others will challenge your logic. Most importantly, the evening promises plenty of laughs and friendly competition. In addition to the quiz itself, we’ll also be holding a raffle with prizes, giving you even more chances to win on the night. Every ticket purchased helps support the club and keeps events like this running throughout the year. Entry Details Date: Saturday 9th May 2026 Doors Open: 7pm Entry: £5 per person Booking: No need to book — just turn up Simply arrive on the night, pay your £5 entry fee, and join in. It’s that easy. Supporting the Club This Quiz Night is a fundraising event for Whitchurch Sports & Social Club.

Sun 10 May18:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Evensong

Rev’d Rob Rees & Rev’d Jo Criscenti

Thu 21 May10:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Plant Sale

Found this on St Mary's Church's radar. Plant Sale — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Sun 7 Jun10:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Cafe Church

Rev’d Claire Bentham

Sports & FitnessCommunity

Macmillan Darts Marathon at WSSC

Macmillan Darts Marathon Returns to Whitchurch Sports & Social Club A Much-Loved Charity Event Back for 2026 By popular demand, the Macmillan Darts Marathon is returning to Whitchurch Sports & Social Club on Saturday 13th June 2026, and we’re delighted to be bringing this fantastic community fundraiser back once again. Following the success of previous years, WSSC will once again host a full day of darts, laughter, and fundraising in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. This returning event has become a firm favourite on our calendar, bringing together players of all abilities for a great cause. What Is the Macmillan Darts Marathon? The Macmillan Darts Marathon is exactly what it sounds like — 12 hours of darts, or until we hit our ambitious target of 100,000 points. Players can take part throughout the day, whether it’s a quick throw or a longer stint at the board. You don’t need to be a darts expert. In fact, this event is all about inclusion, encouragement, and enjoying the experience together. First-timers, casual players, and seasoned throwers are all welcome. Event Details Date: Saturday 13th June 2026 Time: 11:00am – 11:00pm Location: Whitchurch Sports & Social Club, Hampshire Entry: Free entry, donations encouraged The club bar will be open throughout the event, with drinks and snacks available, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere all day long. How You Can Get Involved There are plenty of ways to support this returning charity event: Play darts and help...

Sat 13 Jun11:00Sports and Social Club(4.9mi)

Sun 14 Jun18:00St Mary's Church(4.8mi)

Evensong

Rev. Jo Criscenti

Thu 18 Jun19:30The Royal Logistic Corps Museum(4mi)

Talk: Ring of Fire - A New Global History of the Outbreak of the First World War

Ring of Fire As war broke out in the summer of 1914, not a nation on Earth understood the magnitude of what they were about to face. To win it, whole populations had to be mobilised, and neutrality was impossible. The scale of destruction was unfathomable and no life was left unchanged. Our understanding of this complex conflict has been coloured by a blinkered approach to popular history. It has ignored the fact that Denmark actively participated in laying minefields as soon as war began; that the first British shots were fired in West Africa, by a black man; and that the first Australian casualties occurred not at Gallipoli, but in the Pacific. In this engaging evening talk, Alex explores her latest book – Ring of Fire: A New Global History of the Outbreak of the First World War – co-authored by Nicolai Eberholst. The authors of this radical new history have scoured the globe in search of an enormous quantity of fresh material. This is not history told by ‘great men’, this is a people’s view of the war. Eyewitness accounts translated from more than a dozen languages break new ground to reveal an inclusive, touching and surprising tale of events we thought we knew. Alex Churchill A Fellow of The Royal Historical Society, Alex is a full-time author and television historian specialising in military, royal and maritime history. Primarily Alex focuses on the First World War, but she has been known to dabble in the Second World War.