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Sunnyfields Farm’s VIPs
The annual pumpkin time event has returned to Sunnyfields Farm in Southampton.
Each year the event grows and this year is no different.
With a touching mural, record breaking pumpkins and interactive rooms this years event is the epitome of growth.
People from all over Hampshire travel each year to attend the event and pick their favourite pumpkins for carving, but this year there were some VIPs in attendance as well.
Each year the farm post on their social media for their followers to pick the mural, following the passing of Ozzy Osbourne in July of this year he was the clear winner of these polls.
The whole Osbourne family went along to the farm to visit the mural.
I spoke to the Director of Sunnyfields Tom Nelson about their visit where he told me they came through their back of house area and took a tour of the site before seeing the mural.
Tom told me how the farm were contacted by email to discuss the Osbournes coming along and how he didn’t believe it at first.
When they first arrived it was thought the family would want to see the mural and leave due to their high profile but the family enjoyed the sight and even took part in he interactive rooms.
The Osbournes weren’t the only VIPS, however the others were Very Important Pumpkins.
Sunnyfields farm has been home to two very large pumpkins for years but this year is the first year its been home to world record breaking pumpkins.
Twins Ian and Stuart Paton have been growing these pumpkins for over five decades but this year is the first year they were able to bring the world record to the UK.
They haven’t just gained one world record but two!
Worlds heaviest pumpkin (1,278.8 kg) and worlds largest pumpkin by circumference (649.8cm) now belongs to the twins.
Not only do they have this record breaking vegetable they have a second on show at Sunnyfields weighing in at 1,117kg!
The glow room is another popular attraction on site, with painted walls glowing in the dark, families are enjoying walking round and seeing the neon colours take over.
With a DJ being on site every evening this is another example of growth in the event.
There is truly something for everyone and with Tom hoping to grow the event again next year many are excited to return.
A man threw a chair and threatened bystanders in the centre of Gosport on Friday.
Police say the man, who was behaving aggressively, threw the chair on the ground and shouted threats at nearby shoppers before running away. No one was injured.
It happened just before noon, outside a Greggs Bakery on the High Street.
Hampshire Police say the man was white, bald and in his late 40s. He was wearing a baseball cap and a grey hoodie.
Officers are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them.
Twelve people were arrested after 350 anti-migrant protestors clashed with police overnight in Gosport following reports of a small boat landing in the area.
A small number of officers needed medical treatment following the protests near Walpole car park.
Assistant Chief Constable Simon Dodds said: “Violence and criminal damage have no part in peaceful protest, our position on this has been clear that we will investigate thoroughly and take robust action against anyone responsible.
“Our officers did not deserve to be assaulted as they worked incredibly diligently on Sunday to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.”
Police had banned face coverings and had issued a dispersal order ahead of the protests across Gosport.
Those arrested were held on suspicion of assaulting officers or being drunk and disorderly.
The protest marks an increase in tensions within the UK after protests at Portsmouth, Taunton, Basingstoke and Glasgow in recent months.
Gosport Reform UK councilor Paul Carter told GB News: “If you think about this last night, no one really knew what was happening… I think a lot of people are really worried.”
People in Romsey are being warned that the town’s recycling centre will be closing for a month for repairs.
The closure of Casbrook recycling centre will take place from 12 October to 12 November.
The council says that repairs are essential to keep the site safe, after heavy vehicles damaged the tarmac beneath waste containers.
Councillor Kirsty North, Hampshire County Council’s deputy leader, said: “We are investing in essential improvements to preserve the surface of Casbrook HWRC (Bunny Lane) and ensure the facility continues to serve residents safely and effectively for many years to come.
“I thank residents for their patience during these works and confirm that capacity is available at nearby HWRCs to ensure residents that usually use Bunny Lane, can still dispose of their waste during this time.”
Locals have been advised to use alternative centres in Winchester and Eastleigh while the repairs take place.
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