Harbour Lights Picturehouse cinema appeal for support – ‘Iconic cinema launches appeal after site earmarked for tower block’ (Echo 20/6/26

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 21, 2026 in News | 0 comments https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/…/26204324.harbour-lights…/ Info courtesy of The Echo, 20 June 2026  
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Statement from Southampton Police on Facebook regarding protests in Southampton today 20 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 20, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary has put plans in place ahead of protests in Southampton today (Saturday 20 June) to help minimise any disruption to the local community. Officers have decided to make use of legislation available to them to help support our work in maintaining the safety of those protesting and the wider public. Police are aware that a protest group intends to move...
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Heart & Stroll, a community family event, is back on Southampton Common on Sunday 28 June, 9am to 2pm! Support your local cardiac charity ‘Heartbeat’!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 19, 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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Dementia friendly events/activities for week beginning Monday 22 June for across Southampton, courtesy of Caraway

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 19, 2026 in News | 0 comments Dementia News, Southampton – June 2026 MEMORY CAFÉS   •  WELLBEING ACTIVITIES  •  OTHER CAFÉS Hi All Are you a carer? Are you registered with Unpaid Carers in Southampton? If not check out the notice below to find out more information on how they can help in various ways. Also Age UK in Southampton can offer help with a range of subjects, again more information below. We have a few...
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Message from Friends of Portswood Rec – be very careful of the debris left by a few late-night visitors

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 19, 2026 in News | 0 comments Friends of Portswood Rec (on Facebook) “We’re aware that a few late-night visitors may be leaving debris which has no place on the Rec. Please take extra care and check long grass and undergrowth before your children play there. If you notice any problems, please report them to Southampton City Council giving as much detail as you can about the location so that they can clear any...
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There’s a Repair Café tomorrow, Saturday 20 June 2026, 10:30am – 1pm in the Immaculate Conception Church Hall, Portswood Road, SO17 3SB!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 19, 2026 in News | 0 comments The hall is located behind the church. Access to parking is via Belgrave Road, near the junction with Kent Road. Clean bicycles can be brought into the hall. Free entry, no booking required, repairs by donation (cash preferred), volunteer repairers helping to fix everything from electrical items and bicycles to clothing, jewellery and household goods. Stop your items from going to landfill!...
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Update from the Police 19/6/26: Demonstration activity on 20 June 2026 from 11:00 hrs

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 19, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good Afternoon   I am writing to make you aware of planned protest and associated counter‑protest activity due to take place in Portswood on Saturday 20 June from 11:00hrs.   Please find below a letter outlining further details, which may be shared with residents if appropriate.   Neighbourhood officers will be out on engagement patrols today, this evening, and throughout the weekend to...
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Communication from Chief Inspector Ilderton: Update and reassurance regarding recent and upcoming protest activity in Southampton – 18 June 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Jun 18, 2026 in Important Police Communications, News | 0 comments “Good Afternoon,   I am writing to provide an update and reassurance regarding recent and upcoming protest activity in Southampton.   A protest took place on 17th June outside Highfield House Hotel. These events occur periodically at this location, and ahead of the protest our Neighbourhood Policing Teams engaged with local communities.   Approximately 30 protestors and 60 counter protestors...
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