Winchester flooding causing significant delays

Published

10 months ago

8th December 2025

Water was gushing down Romsey Road towards the High Street this morning (December 2^nd), which caused several issues throughout Winchester.

Many people’s journeys through and into the city were significantly disrupted.

Southern Water were at the scene attending to the issue.

Workers said the flooding water was caused by a broken valve.

When asked when things can be expected to go back to normal, they estimated a few days.

Temporary traffic lights are still in place.

Isabella Baldanza, a student at the University of Winchester, was frustrated by the bus delays and cancellations on her way to university this morning.

She said: “I left at 9:20, I usually get the number 2 from Stanmore into the city centre.

“The first bus was delayed by fifteen minutes but didn’t show up, the second was supposedly meant to come by 9:40 but didn’t turn up, then the third was 10:05 but didn’t turn up again.

“There was no communication via the Stagecoach app so I was unsure what happened until I heard about the flooding.”

On the Stagecoach website, it states that Southern Water’s ongoing works on Romsey Road “make certain manoeuvres impossible in a bus” which limits their service options.

One local man walked past the road work and shared his frustration with water companies “putting our prices up”.

He said: “If you look in Winchester today – a flood going down from the barracks and this is where our money is going.”

Southern Water acknowledged a leak on Romsey Road on their website last Friday evening.

They stated: “We are aware of a reported leak within this vicinity.

“Our Inspector will investigate this and if deemed to be a fault on a Southern Water asset, schedule for this to be repaired.”

It appears such work is now being carried out.

Southern Water encourages customers to report any suspected leaks on their site.

Police hunt man who threw chair and threatened shoppers

Published

2 weeks ago

5th October 2026

Phoebe Costello

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.

Police officers injured during anti-migration rally

Published

2 weeks ago

5th October 2026

Roan Harte

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.”

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Residents warned over closure of recycling centre

Published

2 weeks ago

5th October 2026

Edie Raw

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.