Southampton Demonstrations: Key individual networks (KINS) update from A/Inspector Richards, Southampton North Neighbourhood Policing Team – Monday 30 March 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 30, 2026 in News | 0 comments “Dear KINs, I am writing to update you regarding the protest activity outside Highfield House Hotel on Friday 27th March 2026. The event was attended by both protest and counter‑protest groups, with one party completing a silent protest. A Section 34 dispersal was authorised and resulted in two dispersal notices being issued. There were no arrests, and a police presence remained in the...
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HRA@50 – A Year of Celebrations! Members Only – 11 April Event – Urban Sketchers Workshop, all abilities

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 29, 2026 in News | 0 comments This afternoon Workshop is for beginners to experienced. Early bird reservations to: HRA.HonSec@gmail.com This is a free event with 15 places available. Materials will be provided or bring your own. Link to Urban Sketchers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/usk.southampton If you are a non member but wish to attend HRA@50 events, you can join HRA in the link below. Membership is £10 a...
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Roadworks in our area week beginning Monday 30 March – plan ahead!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 29, 2026 in News | 0 comments Bassett Avenue lane restrictions: 1 April – 2 April 9:30am – 3.30pm only, for telecoms works. Thomas Lewis Way contraflow system between Kent Road and St Denys Road: 16 March – 31 May for Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks replacement. Info on roadworks from SCC’s ‘City News’ Follow Transport Southampton on Bluesky @scchighways.bsky.social or visit the interactive...
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HRA@50 August Event – ‘Arts for Arts Sake’: Art, Photography Exhibition and Craft Market: 22 to 23 August 2026, at Avenue St Andrews Church!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 28, 2026 in News | 0 comments See details in poster below! The Organisers would like to increase the involvement of artists and craft makers who live in Highfield and would encourage anyone interested, even if unsure at this stage, to contact them about ‘Arts for Arts Sake’ by 12 April for further information, on: hraopenstudios@gmail.com 10% of any money raised from selling items will be donated to the Yellow...
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The Fair on Southampton Common – Thursday 2nd to Sunday 12th April, 12 noon to 9.30pm

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 28, 2026 in News | 0 comments  
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The British Science Festival takes place in Southampton from 16 to 20 September 2026. Community groups are invited to apply for some Community Grants. Deadline for applications is Tuesday 5 May

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 28, 2026 in News | 0 comments More on this from the Public & Community Engagement (PCE) Hub, University of Southampton: “We have some exciting news for local community groups and organisations in the city of Southampton. The British Science Association is inviting community groups in the city of Southampton to apply for £1000 to run activities that explore the science of everyday life. From health to...
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The local elections are on Thursday 7 May – you have until Monday 20 April to register to vote. You can register online – see below

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 28, 2026 in News | 0 comments Info from SCC ‘City News’ below: “There are local elections happening across Southampton on Thursday 7 May and you have the chance to have your say on who represents you at the council. You will have until Monday 20 April to register to vote. Registering to vote is quick and easy and can be done online: https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote You will also need to show photo ID in...
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HRA@50 Photo Competition for members just launched – 1 April to 30 June! The Best Pictures Taken on Phones (in Highfield, Portswood, the Old Cemetery, the Common)

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Mar 27, 2026 in News | 0 comments The competition runs from 1 April to 30 June 2026. Full details on the HRA website: https://www.highfieldresidents.org.uk/hra50-the-best…/ If you would like to join in the above competition or other HRA@50 events, you can become a member of HRA via the link below. Membership is £10 a year and covers one household!   Join / Renew...
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