On Monday 7th September, work started at the former Portswood Shopping Centre to build out the hoarding to the overhang above. Work is expected to take 7 days and is being undertaken by the owners of the former PSC

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in Crime Incidents, News | 0 comments Thanks to K.D. and to one other HRA Member for the photos  
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It’s Recycle Week from tomorrow 14 September to 20 September!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in News | 0 comments   Did you know that you can recycle small electricals at Portswood Library (smaller than a kettle)? Look out for the pink bin! Just a reminder that only six items can go in your recycling bin at home: Aluminium cans Plastic bottles Food tins Paper Aerosols Cardboard If in doubt, leave it out. Some info from SCC
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This coming week it’s the British Science Festival at the University of Southampton between Wednesday 16 and Sunday 20 September!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in News | 0 comments   This is a national celebration of science on our doorstep. “From AI and robotics to autopsies and animal communication, this year’s event programme explores the big questions shaping our world.” Book your free tickets to more than 80 events (including comedy shows), talks, hands-on workshops, performances and activities such as interactive experiences, or just drop in....
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Info from Councillor on Portswood Road – Carriageway Resurfacing

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in News | 0 comments “Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with Southampton City Council to manage the highways service across Southampton. As part of this, we are undertaking carriageway resurfacing on Portswood Road, as part of our annual road maintenance programme.” See table for works schedule below. “Working hours will be between 8pm and 6am. The restrictions will be in place only during...
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Dementia friendly events/activities for week beginning Monday 14 September 2026 for across Southampton, courtesy of Caraway

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 12, 2026 in News | 0 comments Dementia News, Southampton – September 2026 MEMORY CAFÉS   •  WELLBEING ACTIVITIES  •  OTHER CAFÉS Hi All Not too late to enjoy some of the Heritage sites in Southampton for free up to 20th September. And don’t forget to reserve your place at our Tea Dance on 6th October. Our memory cafes meeting this week are St. Denys for some gentle exercise led by Leila, Maybush learn about how to deal...
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This is at 7.30pm, tomorrow Wednesday 9 September, at Portswood Library. Free, all welcome

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 8, 2026 in News | 0 comments   Info courtesy of Friends of Portswood Library
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Fusion will be putting up the hoarding to infill the sheltered areas on the former Portswood Shopping Centre from Monday 7 September

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 7, 2026 in Crime Incidents, News | 0 comments HRA has been advised that Fusion will be putting up the hoarding to infill the sheltered areas on the former Portswood Shopping Centre from Monday 7 September. These areas have previously been used for encampments. We are told that it should take approximately 7 days. NB It has now been confirmed that the work has started.
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A tree on The Common – colour enhanced! Photo by Ken, September 2026

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 7, 2026 in News | 0 comments  
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