Locked in a cell for up to 22 hours a day at HMP Belmarsh, Duke Harrison-Hunt shared a concrete room with a man he had never met. In that bleak space, while watching his Muslim cellmate pray five times a day, he found light in one of the darkest places imaginable. “I...
When was the last time you paused and asked yourself why you do what you do every day? For Gosport resident, Alison Allsopp, that question isn’t just philosophical - it’s her way of life. Alison has lived in Gosport since the 1980s, moving to the area at the age of 23...
Gosport isn’t just a dot on the map; it’s a town with salt in its veins and resilience in its soul. For Anna Wardley, who is originally from Sheffield and moved to Gosport in 2006, this coastal community has been the backdrop to a life defined by endurance, purpose,...
In a world overflowing with typed minutes and online slides, Gosport stands out for its people who quietly make a difference, and one of them does it with pens, paper, and a burst of creativity. Meet Emma Paxton, the visual facilitator who turns conversations into...
At STS Defence in Gosport, the future of engineering is being built today, and that’s not just through cutting-edge technology, but through the people being trained to design, develop and deliver it. The company’s ambitious graduate and apprentice schemes are at the...
Stokes Bay Sailing Club is more than just a sailing club - it’s a vibrant community where generations come together to enjoy the water and each other’s company. Commodore Carl Downing has spent 40 years as a pilot, flying both for the Navy and commercially, and when...
For Mark Broadbent, the spark of a lifelong career began at the sink. At just 17, he was washing dishes in a restaurant when he first felt the infectious buzz of the kitchen. “I loved the atmosphere. By the end of that summer, I wanted to be more involved,” he...
When you meet Charli Streete, you can’t help but feel her energy. With an infectious mix of warmth, wisdom, and unstoppable passion, she’s the founder of Think Big Do Bigger CIC, a community interest company that’s reshaping how Gosport connects and grows, all...
At the Gosport Ambassador’s meeting held at YourSpace on 30th September, Annelies James gave an insightful and engaging presentation into the upcoming TEDx Gosport. In 2018, Annelies James settled in Gosport, and she hasn’t looked back since. Born in Chichester,...
From stage lights to craft tables From stage lights to craft tables, Joanna Blossom’s journey has been anything but ordinary. Based in Alverstoke, Joanna now runs ‘Mrs Blossom Makes’, offering imaginative, hands-on craft workshops for children and families across...