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A creative spark at just 11 At just 11 years old, Katie Ann Gunn found herself at local auction houses with her antique dealer mum. To keep her busy, her mum would hand...
Solent Sauna: Bringing wellness, community and a touch of Scandinavia to Gosport’s beachfront
When Georgina Herbert first moved from Southwest London to Fareham in 2021, she never imagined that within a few years she would be running one of Gosport’s most unique...
Spray cans and new beginnings: ThirteenEight brings art to the heart of Gosport
On a bright June morning, Stoke Road in Gosport welcomed a new splash of colour. Tucked among the independent shops, a new art store - ThirteenEight - opened its doors...
Motiv8: Providing life chances for the young people of Gosport and beyond
For more than a decade, Victoria Llewelyn has dedicated her career to supporting young people and families through the charity Motiv8. After joining 11 years ago as a...
How a spare room dream transformed Gosport’s High Street – The story of Katie’s Vinyl Bar and Kitchen
Gosport’s High Street is buzzing with life thanks to a wave of creative, independent businesses that are breathing new energy into the town centre. At the heart of this...
How one Gosport resident brought America’s fastest-growing sport to Gosport
When Gosport resident Ian Kingsbury spends his winters in Florida, he often discovers new hobbies and ideas. But one discovery has transformed local sport in Gosport -...
Turning empty rooms into homes: The charity giving Gosport families a place to call home
For most people, retirement is a time to slow down, but for 70-year-old Gosport resident Nigel Woodcock, it’s full speed ahead delivering furniture and household...
Share your stories of Gosport
Hampshire Cultural Trust are looking for people of all ages to help shape what’s on offer at the Gosport Museum & Art Gallery in the High Street. Whether you have...
Free digital skills training available for Gosport residents
Words by Matthew Grygiel Gosport residents can now access free digital training to help them navigate everything from online banking to building websites, thanks to a...
Feel the Beat – discover the music scene in Gosport this summer
Gosport has a lively music scene and there is so much on offer for all tastes. Whether you’re a fan of jazz, blues, folk, samba reggae, pop, rock or indie,...
Shine a light on nature’s champions – Nominations now open for Wilder Awards 2025
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is excited to announce that nominations for the Wilder Awards 2025 are now open. The Wilder Awards celebrate everyday heroes...
Free digital support sessions available to help Gosport residents with employment and health needs
Gosport residents who need help using digital tools to manage their health or find employment can access free one-to-one support sessions, thanks to a partnership...