Update on protests tomorrow, Friday 26 June 2026, outside the Highfield House Hotel, from A/Inspector Yozanne Richards – 25 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 25, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good afternoon,   I am writing to make you aware that we have received information indicating a protest is planned to take place outside Highfield House Hotel tomorrow (26/06/26) at 1800hrs.   At this stage, information is limited; however, officers will be in the area to monitor the situation, support the community, and facilitate a lawful protest, while responding to any issues if...
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A reminder that the HRA@50 Photo Competition is now in its final month! The competition closes on 30 June and any entry must be made by Friday 3 July..

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 24, 2026 in News | 0 comments .. after which the entries will be judged! Winning photographs will be on display at the Art for Art’s Sake exhibition at Avenue St. Andrew’s Church on the Avenue during the weekend of 22-23 August 2026. You can still enter any category for April and May as long as the photograph was taken in that month. A reminder: there are six categories to choose from: 1. Portswood Broadway; 2. Wild;...
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There is a Portswood Police and Communities Together Meeting (PACT) from 6.30pm to 8pm on Thursday 2 July at Highfield Church Centre, if you have any issues or concerns you wish to raise

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 24, 2026 in Crime Incidents, News | 0 comments This is what Hampshire and IOW Constabulary say about these PACT Meetings: “The PACT meetings are a cornerstone of our community engagement efforts, held quarterly and hosted by the local Neighbourhood Policing Team. These meetings serve as a vital platform for residents to engage directly with the police and representatives from Southampton City Council. It is an excellent opportunity to...
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Exciting things are happening at the Turner Sims Concert Hall. This is what they tell us!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 24, 2026 in News | 0 comments Following April’s funding news of major Capital investment from the University of Southampton, Arts Council England’s Creative Foundations Fund and a generous donor to make Turner Sims fully accessible for the first time in its 50-year history, the Turner Sims box office reception will close on Friday 26 June at 4.30pm and, from this date, the building will be closed for the summer. The Box...
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When HRA members attended a HRA@50 re-visit on Sunday 14 June 2026 of Portswood Rec and our HonSec took these photos! Thank you Friends of Portswood Rec!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 23, 2026 in News | 0 comments Info on Facebook courtesy of: Friends of Portswood Rec !Last week we had 6 visitors to the garden, which was fortunately putting on its best show. They were from Highfield Residents Association, who were doing a return visit as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, and from West Solent Solar Energy Cooperative. The latter very kindly gave us a grant for £200 which we have spent on a water...
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The University of Southampton yesterday (Monday, 22 June) announced the appointment of Professor Charlie Jeffery CBE as its next Vice-Chancellor and President. He takes up his position on October 1st. – read the article!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 23, 2026 in News | 0 comments In Business South: https://businesssouth.org/university-of-southampton-delighted-to-appoint-new-vice-chancellor/
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Update from Chief Inspector Ilderton following events on Saturday 20 June 2026 – 22 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 22, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good Afternoon,   I am writing to provide an update and reassurance following the protest activity that took place in Southampton on the 20th of June.   The event passed safely and without disorder, supported by a significant policing operation and clear conditions under the Public Order Act.   We recognise that events of this nature can cause concern.   Please be reassured that –   A...
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The next Portswood Central Community litter pick is booked for Sunday 28th June 2026 at 12 noon (for about an hour) meeting by the park on Lawn Road!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 21, 2026 in News | 0 comments Organised by your local Portswood Ward Councillors, they say: “Don’t forget sturdy gloves, and we will bring pickers, hoops and bags. Please tell your neighbours about this.” Your local Portswood Ward Councillors  
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