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YOU know how it is. You're looking at the wine list and you know what you want. But it's down as costing £20 and you know you saw it for less than half that in an off-licence not days ago. Then what you should also know is that you're in the wrong restaurant

The phrase 'home made' is always a welcome addition to any menu. With so many pubs being part of a chain, it is always nice to find one that offers more than frozen ready meals. And the Brickmakers Arms in Swanmore is one of the best examples of purveyors

AN INCREASING amount of snobbery surrounds well-known chains these days. Unless it's a one-off, independently-owned establishment some connoisseurs will inevitably turn their noses up. But when a recent family announcement called for a celebration, my

SINCE Allsorts Psychic Cafe opened its doors a year-and-a-half ago, it has gone from strength to strength. With tarot cards, mediumship and Indian head massage on the menu, there was little room for food other than home-made cakes and herbal teas. But

HEDGEHOGS and swans are some of the animals that suffer at the hands of litterlouts. Discarded everyday items such as ice cream pots and chewing gum can injure and even kill local wildlife. Eileen Unnuk, the hospital manager of HART Wildlife Rescue in

As part of The Gazette's Litter - Let's Bin It campaign, we put the spotlight on a family which is doing its bit to blitz the rubbish. A DEDICATED Tadley family has been tackling a large litter black spot with an army of its own small black spots. John

A DISABLED woman was left housebound for almost two weeks after the wheel of her motorised scooter was punctured in a glass-strewn subway in Basingstoke. Margaret Smith, 57, of Bermuda Close, Popley, suffers from osteoarthritis and cellulitis, and is

DETECTIVES have sent warning letters to residents of South View, Basingstoke, after a spate of burglaries involving elderly victims in March. The letters, delivered to homes in Shooters Way and Doswell Way, warn residents to look out for people behaving

HAMPSHIRE star Dimitri Mascarenhas has received three penalty points under the ECB's disciplinary code. The in-form Mascarenhas was reported for dissent after being given run out by umpire Nigel Llong in Sunday's Totesport League match against Essex at

The opening game of the four finals at Stoneham on Bank Holiday Monday was the best one for neutrals. It resulted in Division 3 champions Academicals pipping Division 5 title-winners Bush Hill 4-3 after extra-time to lift the Ron Vallance Junior Trophy

SOME weeks ago I referred to concerns about future funding for the Basingstoke Rape and Sexual Abuse Crisis Centre. I learned last month that Hampshire Social Services has made an initial grant for this year and discussions about a longer term contract

MAGISTRATES fined a Hampshire company £18,000 after a worker injured herself on production line machinery. Stockbridge based Grand Foods Ltd was hit with £1,778 costs on top of the hefty fine after admitting twice breaching health and safety law because

IT'S out now, it's FREE and is more packed with vital news and information than ever before. May's edition of market leading title Business South reports on the issues that touch the lives of thousands of workers right across the region. Eagerly awaited

Eastleigh racing driver Shane Kelly was out of luck in the second round of the ARP Formula 3 Championships at Oulton Park. When he tested at the circuit for the first time, Kelly only managed six laps due to complications with his car. Then, after still

Hampshire's Matthew Speakman is leading the Rover GTi Championship after a gritty winning performance at Oulton Park. The Rover class is part of the BRSCC Super Coupe Cup and Speakman, pictured above, was in confident mood after taking second place at

National rally champion Steve Hendy is moving up a gear in his bid for a hat-trick of titles. The south coast ace has replaced his 12-year-old Escort Cosworth with a Boreham-built Escort WRC, and the powerful machine will make its debut in the Roush Manx

SCS have been together for 25 years - so that experience helps them win a few games. They certainly had the edge on the Southampton Spring League game I watched, as they defeated Meridian 34-16. Meridian's Brenda Leigh's dad, Ken, is a massive fan of

SOUTHAMPTON'S Peter Waterfield had mixed fortunes at the Canadian Grand Prix in Victoria. But ten-metre platform synchro specialists Waterfield and diving partner Leon Taylor, from Sheffield, came within a whisker of winning bronze in a closely-contested

RACE record holder Paul Pickup returned to New Milton after a year's absence to win the annual Circuit of the New Forest again. But, in taking 1hr 15min 11sec for the 32-mile course, Pickup (Liphook Cycles RT) took 55 seconds longer than his two-year-old

IN THE first leg of the Nadder Valley Cup Final, New Street Ladies (sponsored by Woolworths plc), had a nervous start which led to Laverstock scoring. After this goal Street applied the pressure and scored three goals in quick succession, making it 3-

The popular end of season Jock McClorey mini soccer tournament has endured snow, rain and wind, but last weekend was played on a bright, warm spring weekend at Charlton Sports Centre. The tournament, unique in awarding goal handicaps to teams at the foot

THE Test Valley Billiards League finals and presentation night was held at the Mottisfont Social Club. Paul Ayers, acting chairman, introduced the finalists competing for the Tom Parker open singles trophy. Both had beaten top players and it proved to

The 2004 Hampshire Interleague Pool season continued with a scrappy away win for Andover Swallows on Sunday. The team had returned from the national finals two weeks before, having surpassed expectations in reaching the last 16, but it appeared that the

The newly-formatted Andover Invitation League recently concluded with its finals and presentation night at the Borough Arms. Borough B remained unbeaten throughout and took both league and cup. Having pushed a strong Royal Oak into runners-up they beat

With the rain of Pembrey gone the sunshine blessed all at a newly-resurfaced Donnington Park race circuit. The national circuit was used and the main contenders from the club, plus some very quick national road racers, were present for a tremendous day's

Holly Croxford was asked to represent Hampshire in the National Sports Hall Finals in Birmingham and with over 500 athletes competing she did exceptionally well. In her speed bounce event she was tenth and in the standing long jump she faired slightly

COMMUNITY-spirited volunteers are again swinging into action this summer in Winchester. The Winchester Hit Squad is offering its services again for free to aid anyone in need of a helping hand. It may sound too good to be true but over the past two summers

A HAMPSHIRE garden nursery owner is calling for tighter border controls to prevent deadly plant diseases wreaking havoc in the New Forest. Derf Paton wants customs officers to be given more power to stop plants infected with the condition dubbed Sudden

BASINGSTOKE is on the road to recovery for heart health and looks to be leaving its past record as a regional blackspot behind. A major survey for the South East Public Health Observatory has indicated that fewer people are dying from heart disease in

A CHARITY is stepping up its appeal to support Southampton scientists at the cutting edge of international research to find a cure for diabetes. Medical research charity Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is today appealing to south coast business

TICKETS for the Nokia Isle of Wight Festival, which this years boasts acts including David Bowie and The Who, have sold out. The festival, which takes place from Friday, June 11 to Sunday, June 13 at Seaclose Park, Newport, is twice the size it was last

David Cassidy, Bournemouth International Centre NOT surprisingly, a predominantly female audience turned out in force for this one. The BIC was packed for an American heart-throb who had thrilled them all back in the 70s with a string of top ten hits.

THE popular Netley 10k celebrates its 19th anniversary at Weston Shore on Sunday week (May 16, 10.30am). The race is almost unique in road events because of its traffic-free environment. This feature, plus the safe and friendly surroundings at the Royal

THE FAMILY of a missing hiker has made an appeal on Italian television. Millions of viewers saw Marion Moore, the mother of Jeffery Moore, on Chi L'ha Vista - the Italian version of Crimewatch - as she begged people for news of her missing son. Mr Moore

A POPULAR May Day fair at a Fareham church was resurrected to raise money for Fair Trade. People flocked to Holy Trinity Church in West Street to buy tea, coffee, biscuits and snacks and to enjoy a variety of stalls, a bouncy castle and lots of games.

TEAM SOLENT'S B team made a bright start to their Southern Men's League Division 1 season with victory at Southampton Sports Centre. One of the highlights was the sprint duels against Hampshire rivals Winchester & District AC. Solent's Darren Wall

SIX teenagers have been arrested in connection with a spate of vandalism on an Eastleigh housing estate. Police say the move is a significant breakthrough in tackling antisocial behaviour in the town. The six young men, aged 14-18, were arrested last

THE world's newest luxury cruise ship, the 90,090-ton Jewel of the Seas, arrived in Southampton for her international debut today. Built in Germany, the vessel will be officially named during a ceremony on board the Royal Caribbean International vessel

STAFF at the Solent Coastguard had to resort to pens and paper yesterday when an IT virus brought their computer system down. The Lee-on-the-Solent-based maritime rescue centre was one of 19 coastguard stations in the UK which were disrupted when the

TALKS regarding the St Mary's future of Anders Svensson will be held this summer. Kent Carlzon, who represents both Anders and Michael Svensson, has revealed he will be meeting Saints chairman Rupert Lowe to discuss the enigmatic midfielder, who has just

BASINGSTOKE Bison young British forward Nicky Watt is the latest player to come through the Basingstoke junior development and pull on a jersey for the senior team. However, at the moment, the 17-year-old Scottish-born forward is playing for the Basingstoke

THE Bootleg Beatles perform at The Anvil on Thursday, June 3, from 7.45pm. Formed from the Broadway musical Beatlemania, The Bootleg Beatles career began in Devon in 1980. Although the band gained great popularity internationally, they still remained

THE life of one of Britain's most celebrated and respected female authors will be brought vividly to life by acclaimed actress Gabrielle Drake, in Dear Scheherazade. At the Mill Studio, Guildford, from tommorow until Saturday, the play tells the story

TAKE away the name and menu and you can still be in no doubt as to what sort of restaurant La Pergola is. To begin with, there's a sign outside that reads "Parking for Italians Only - others will be towed" - I think it's a joke. Then there's the fact

WHAT is now Edwinns was once a Georgian house built for an admiral and, as a restaurant, retains that mixture of sophistication and comfort. Arriving with my sister Debbie and our friend Debbie, I half expected to be greeted by a haughty but efficient

ONE little lady is making a big impact on litter in the Cranbourne area of Basingstoke. At four foot nine inches tall, Olive Wigley is only petite in stature. However, her efforts in clearing up rubbish near her home in Radford Gardens, Cranbourne, Basingstoke

WHEN it comes to litter, Gazette readers have plenty to say. In response to our Litter - Let's Bin It campaign, scores of readers have written, e-mailed and called our office to highlight areas of the borough that are blighted by litter. Details of the

MORE police officers and more prison sentences are two of the prescriptions from Basingstoke Conservative MP Andrew Hunter for cutting down on burglary. Mr Hunter was commenting on figures obtained by the Conservative Party that, he says, show only 1.7

PORTSMOUTH boss Harry Redknapp would like to see Arsenal complete their Premiership campaign without tasting defeat after his side failed to end the Gunners' proud unbeaten record. The champions extended their run to 36 matches without loss after holding

UNDERDOGS: Lyndhurst players celebrate their success in the Trophyman Senior League Cup final. LYNDHURST produced a major shock to lift the Drew Smith Southampton League's Trophyman Senior League Cup. A single goal late on from Ray Little gave the New

SIXTY years ago this spring a German JU 188 bomber crashed in Exbury Gardens, killing all its crew. But the reasons why the pilot chose to fly across the Solent and was later shot down at the historic Exbury House near Beaulieu in the New Forest have

Today's Principal Arrivals: OOCL Chicago, container, 0030, 207; Hyundai Liberty, container, 0300, 206; CFF Seine, ro/ro, 0530, 25; Jewel of the Seas, cruise, 0700, 38/9; Don Pasquale, vehicle, 0730, 34/35; Lauriergracht, general, 1230, 33. Today's Principal

PUNTERS can get a close up view of form when Toby Balding throws open the doors to his new yard this Sunday. The day will be highlighted by a parade of the stable's former top jumping stars, followed by a personal guided tour of the set-up at Kimpton

THERE was success for Southampton Cycle Speedway Club juniors at Exeter in the second round of the South West Junior League Grand Prix series. Southampton's youngest representative was Matthew Williams who claimed 14 out of 16 points in his under-10 category

A HOLIDAY break at any time is pleasant, but a spot of fishing which also nets a few £s is a bonus. Andover Angling Club's treasurer Mike Berntsen, his wife Tracey and son Martin, together with his MAP/Challis Tackle teammate Stuart Dabbs and his partner

Round One of the 2004 Kendal Cup at Andover Golf Club saw Steve Graham at the top of the leader board after a returning a superb score of 40 points. Anil Patel was in second place with 39pts with Stephen Leathley and Warren Tarrant well placed with 38pts

Andover TC's summer season of activities is already underway with adults and juniors enjoying a variety of opportunities at the club. The junior club has never been more popular with more than 130 children playing on Saturday mornings and during the week

Oulton Park was the venue for round two of the BRSCC Super Coupe Cup with Ludgershall driver Matthew Speakman looking to better his second place class result from Mallory Park on Easter Monday. Qualifying saw Speakman drive his Rover GTi to an impressive

JHS U16 35 Harrow Way 27 Andover netballers are in for some serious competition in the next few years if the youngsters who played on Friday night are anything to go by. JHS and Harrow Way were neck and neck in the first half with some exciting play from

WOULD-BE raiders were disturbed as they tried to break into two pubs near Winchester. Police are linking the incidents which both occurred last Friday evening. Two men first tried to break into the Dolphin Inn in the High Street at Hursley. They climbed

PLANS to give Totton town centre a £22m facelift following years of neglect could be hit by another delay, the Daily Echo can reveal. Hampshire County Council's bid to obtain government funding for the long-awaited scheme might not be made until next

THERE has never been a better time to become a chef, cook or catering professional, according to recruitment specialist, Blue Arrow. In Basingstoke and across the country, the catering sector is reporting increased demand for its personnel, as busy lives

The Daily Echo's Postwatch campaign has highlighted serious shortcomings in our postal service. Today Tim Barber, Royal Mail area manager for Hampshire, explains how the situation is set to improve... April was a month of disasters for the Royal Mail.

VANDALS used concrete slabs as missiles in a sickening attack on a defenceless pig at a Southampton inner- city farm. Children's favourite Nicky the pig was left with cuts and bruises and in a deep state of shock after the attackers broke into her pen

HAMPSHIRE scientists have made a breakthrough in fighting a form of cancer that attacks the immune system. Experts at Southampton University have identified a molecule in humans that they believe could be used to tackle the disease from the inside. The

ON your marks, get set, go! The countdown has begun to a record breaking mile-long race in Southampton. On the day before the 50th anniversary of sports legend Roger Bannister running the first mile in under four minutes, The Avenue has been announced

USING students as parking watchers is just one of the initiatives being considered by Hampshire police as part of a crackdown on vehicle crime. In the coming months, officers across the county will be concentrating efforts on reducing the amount of car

FOR ten years Onion the cat was Elize Anderson's best friend. She confided in him and played with him. He was never far from her side. But 12-year-old Elize's world fell apart as she watched her beloved Onion die in front of her after being hit by a car

A FLAGSHIP £40m project to build a revolutionary power plant to supply cheap heat and power to thousands of homes in Southampton has been given the final go-ahead. City chiefs were celebrating today after approval for the scheme was given by Deputy Prime

A HAMPSHIRE businessman fitted with a revolutionary brain pacemaker to stop his Parkinson's disease tremors is campaigning for the operation to be made more widely available. Father-of-four Mike Robins became one of the first people in the UK to undergo

The Barenaked Ladies, Southampton Guildhall ATTENDING a Barenaked Ladies gig is a bit like going to a family reunion where your distant Canadian cousins have made the effort to fly in especially. Never ones to ride high at the top of the charts, the Canadian

ONE of Britain's all-time jazz greats will be starring at The Concorde Club, Eastleigh, on June 16. Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen will be headlining the popular Wednesday night international jazz session at the Stoneham Lane club. Call 023 8061 3989 for

THE FAMILY of a missing hiker has made an appeal on Italian television. Millions of viewers saw Marion Moore, the mother of Jeffery Moore, on Chi L'ha Vista - the Italian version of Crimewatch - as she begged people for news of her missing son. Mr Moore

TOP hairdresser Andrew Collinge will be downing his scissors to don his trainers for today's Alberto-Culver Run4Fun - and he says he won't be taking any short-cuts. Leading UK hairdresser Andrew is taking part in the 5km run at Down Grange, which aims

THE popular Netley 10k celebrates its 19th anniversary at Weston Shore on Sunday week (May 16, 10.30am). The race is almost unique in road events because of its traffic-free environment. This feature, plus the safe and friendly surroundings at the Royal

A NEW team is aiming to make a clean sweep of Eastleigh borough's streets backed by a £150,000 council investment in new vehicles and equipment. Up to now council employees worked to a rigid schedule of sweeping streets at set times. Now a dedicated StreetCare

ANGLO-Polish businesses and sporting relations were strengthened when a delegation from Poland visited Eastleigh. A party from Goluchow included a business contingent headed by the town's mayor and an under-15 football team which competed in a five team

WOLVES striker Henri Camara has been cleared of violent conduct at an FA disciplinary into the challenge that ended Jason Dodd's season. Camara faced a three-match ban if the yellow card he received for his terrible foul on Dodd at Molineux last month

THE Romanian State Opera Brasov presents Don Pasquale at The Anvil on Wednesday, May 26, from 7.30pm. Don Pasquale was the last comic opera composed by the great Gaetano Donizetti and remains the most popular of his 70 operas. He combines magical melodies

CHARACTER cottages in villages just a few miles apart give a choice for buyers looking in the region of £220,000. The terraced Hunts Common home in Hartley Wintney is in the same village as its selling agents Charlton Grace, who have priced the cottage

THE world's first cartoon/human double act has been catapulted to stardom and is now coming to New Greenham Arts in Newbury on Friday, May 21, at 8pm in the Perrier Comedy Award-nominated, Big Howard Little Howard show. Big Howard and animated sidekick