University of Southampton Additional Waste Collection – Saturday 4th July 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 30, 2026 in News | 0 comments We understand from the University that this Saturday 4th July, there will be an extra general waste collection from some roads in Portswood, Swaythling and Highfield. Upper Shaftesbury Avenue – the stretch between Blenheim Gardens and Granby Grove (Evens 92-136, Odds 69- 89) – has been added to the round. This has replaced Hartley Avenue because according to University data, no students are...
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Contact details, surgery times and locations for all your Portswood Ward Councillors are in the link below on the HRA website

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 30, 2026 in News | 0 comments https://www.highfieldresidents.org.uk/portswood-ward…/  
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Friends of Southampton Old Cemetery (FoSOC): Artwork from King Edward VI School previously to be shown at the 180th Anniversary of FoSOC

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 29, 2026 in News | 0 comments Artwork: This is a message from the Chair and also the Secretary of FoSOC (Friends of Southampton Old Cemetery): They “are pleased & delighted to announce that the Artwork from the King Edward Vi School that was previously to be shown at the 180th Anniversary is now to be shown on the 4th July at the Non-Conformist chapel from 10am-2 pm. Hope to see you there? Check out ‘ FoSOC...
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Post protest update – 29 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 29, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good afternoon all,   I am writing to provide an update following a planned protest that took place on Friday 26 June outside the Highfield House Hotel.   The event involved an ‘anti-immigration’ protest organised by members of the Southampton Patriots, with approximately 20 participants in attendance. A counter-demonstration was organised by Stand Up to Racism (SUTR), with...
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10.30am, Saturday 27 June 2026 – Portswood Broadway; various reports to Community Safety

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 28, 2026 in Crime Incidents | 0 comments Reported at around 10.30am on Saturday 27 June in Portswood Broadway: A trolley load of stuff left outside October Books A blue box used as a seat left outside Juice C (near to October Books) A wooden pallet left outside Piri Piri An ever increasing encampment in the sheltered area outside the former Farm Foods shop (former Portswood Shopping Centre).
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An update on the children’s play area by The Cowherds on Southampton Common

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 27, 2026 in News | 0 comments The information below came from SCAPPS (Southampton Commons and Parks Protection Society) who received an update during one of their regular meetings with Officers for parks maintenance and park improvement projects: “Residents may have seen the play area by The Cowherds is fenced off. Notices will be posted on site explaining why. The play equipment was installed 10 years ago and because...
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Heart & Stroll, a community family event, is back on Southampton Common tomorrow, Sunday 28 June, 9am to 2pm! Support your local cardiac charity ‘Heartbeat’!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 27, 2026 in News | 0 comments This is what the organisers ‘Heartbeat’ say: “Get your tickets now and enjoy a day full of fun including FREE face painting and inflatable fun for everyone! Prices: Adults: £10 Over 5 years: £5 Children under 5 and Dogs : FREE Bring the whole family, bring your friends, and even bring the dog for a brilliant day out! It’s more than just a walk, it’s a day full of activities,...
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Free Park Yoga on Southampton Common every Sunday to September at 9.30am – more below!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 27, 2026 in News | 0 comments Info courtesy of: Park Yoga Southampton “Its a bit cooler for our Park Yoga session tomorrow 9.30am outside Hawthorns Cafe on The Common. FREE yoga just rock up with mat or a towel to practice on. It’s been so lovely to welcome so many people who are completely new to yoga this season. Even if you have never practiced yoga before, Park Yoga is for you! See you on the mat tomorrow....
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