This is tomorrow, Saturday 7th December at Portswood Library! Coffee, mince pies, carols and the University of Southampton Brass Band – free entry, all welcome!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 6, 2024 in News | 0 comments Info courtesy of Friends of Portswood Library.
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****FRIENDS OF PORTSWOOD REC PARK TIDY UP ON SATURDAY 7TH DECEMBER HAS BEEN POSTPONED****

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 6, 2024 in News | 0 comments Due to the weather forecast for tomorrow morning (Saturday 7th December), Friends of Portswood Rec have postponed their park tidy up until next Saturday, 14 December 10.30-1.00pm. They apologise for the late notice, but they want everyone to be safe. They hope to see you next Saturday, as there is likely to be even more tidying up required after the storm! Please share if you can so people don’t...
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Crime prevention – Preventing thefts from vehicles

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 5, 2024 in Crime Prevention Advice | 0 comments Taken from Hampshire Alert / Hampshire and the IOW Constabulary: 5/12/24 Thefts from vehicles are often crimes of opportunity. A thief only needs a few seconds to decide whether your car is worth targeting. By taking a few simple precautions, you can reduce the risk of falling victim to this type of crime. The Opportunist Thief: Why Leaving Items on Display is RiskyLeaving valuables like...
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Southampton City Council ‘Toy Appeal’

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 5, 2024 in News | 0 comments toy appeal Toy Appeal gift ideas These can be delivered to Portswood Library. The Southampton Toy Appeal was first set up in 1988 and from humble beginnings it has grown to become a festive tradition in the city. We ask for new toys and gifts to be donated for vulnerable children and young people from birth through to eighteen years of age who are supported by Southampton’s Children’s Services....
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Carols by Candlelight at the Turner Sims Concert Hall, starting 5pm this Sunday 8th December 2024!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 5, 2024 in News | 0 comments There are two concerts here with the evening starting at 5pm, both at the Turner Sims Concert Hall this coming Sunday 8th December! Info courtesy of one of our members. For more information, click on the link: https://www.turnersims.co.uk/whats-on/carols_by_candlelight/  
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The Southampton Common Conservation Volunteers! Register by Wednesday 4th December for the meeting on Saturday 7th December!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 3, 2024 in News | 0 comments If you wish to take part in the conservation volunteer group run by the City of Southampton Rangers on Saturday 7th December, from 10am to 2pm, you will need to register your interest by tomorrow Wednesday 4th December so that they can manage numbers and send out details! More details and other dates below. Info courtesy of City of Southampton Rangers Team.
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Crime prevention – How to avoid Pickpockets

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 3, 2024 in Crime Prevention Advice | 0 comments Courtesy of Hampshire Alert/Hampshire and IOW Constabulary – 3/12/24: Pickpockets don’t always operate alone, they may work in teams to distract the target while someone unseen removes the items and blends back into the crowd. Here are a few tips to stop you from becoming a prime target: · Do keep purses and bags closed and secure at all times · Do carry bags in front of you or diagonally...
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Our first Christmas 2024 photo!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 3, 2024 in News | 0 comments The glorious Christmas tree on the Uplands Estate! Photo by a HRA Member
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