Winchester Resident Magazine

28/03/2025

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20/12/2024

Wishing a very merry Christmas to all of our friends, contributors and advertisers. Lots of luck for 2025!

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Thank you to everyone who has helped to make 2024 so successful.

The Wi******er Resident Magazine team is signing off now for the festive break but we’ll be back in the office bright and early on the 2nd January.

05/12/2024

Wow!! 😋

04/12/2024

Trethowans opens applications for their 2026 and 2027 Graduate Trainee Programme

Trethowans, a leading law firm with offices across the central south of England has opened its applications for trainee solicitors.

Head of People & Culture Kate Ellis said, “Every year, we look for bright, talented individuals to join our award-winning firm as trainee solicitors. On average, we recruit three to five trainees per year, and we warmly invite applications from those who have studied law, as well as those who have a non-law background.

“Trainee solicitors at Trethowans get the best of both worlds: a firm with big clients and major ambitions, but also a tight-knit, supportive team who value each new staff member from day one.

What are we looking for?
“We are not just looking for academic achievement when we recruit trainees. Identifying candidates who have potential, who have the characteristics and drive we are looking for, and who are able to demonstrate the qualities we seek is of equal importance to us. Our culture is something we are very proud of, and so we are looking for people who share similar values and aspirations as us. Our aim is to recruit trainees who, upon qualification, wish to continue their career with Trethowans.

Training contracts at Trethowans
“Our two-year training programme is usually divided into four six-month ‘seats’ with different teams. These will ideally take place in at least two of our five offices in Bournemouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton and Wi******er. The seats available will depend on our growth objectives and business requirements, but we will always talk to our trainees and try to accommodate their preferences wherever possible. Throughout the programme, trainees will work closely with their allocated supervisor to make sure they are getting the most from their training.

“We aim to give every trainee a stimulating and challenging experience with plenty of direct client contact. From day one, trainees will play an active and important role in their respective team. We will expect hard work, enthusiasm and commitment – and, in return, we will offer lots of support and encouragement.

“When each trainee joins us, we strive to develop and advance their career from the outset. In fact, many of our partners, team leaders and solicitors were once trainees at the firm. Our aim is to ensure that trainees learn to apply the knowledge they have already gained academically on a practical basis.

“Trainees will be challenged and given responsibility, but also have plenty of opportunities to have fun too. We hold various social events and activities throughout the year and our trainees often meet up as a group – with their own budget allocated to be able to socialise together.

“Trainees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days of holiday, a bonus scheme, pension, income protection, and many other benefits.”

Ranked in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers student guide to the legal profession
Trethowans is top ranked in four categories in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers student guide, out of 110 top UK law firms:

 Top 5 UK law firm for ‘Confidence of being kept on’
 Top 10 UK law firm for ‘Overall job satisfaction’
 Top 10 UK law firm for ‘Job Satisfaction’
 Top 20 UK law firm for ‘Sustainability’

Application Process
This year we are recruiting two intakes of trainees, to start in September 2026 and September 2027.

Applications for our 2026 and 2027 trainee intakes are now open. To apply visit www.trethowans.com/trainee-solicitors and submit your application by 28 February 2025.

For further information about Trethowans, including some helpful FAQ’s. Please download the brochure.https://www.trethowans.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2024-Training-Contracts-at-Trethowans.pdf

26/11/2024

A huge congratulations to the team!

Leading regional law firm Paris Smith received the prestigious Best Place to Work title at the second annual Hampshire Business Awards last week!
Supported by Hampshire County Council, the Awards celebrated the outstanding achievements of businesses from across the county, with 370 guests celebrating winners across 16 competitive categories.
Peter Taylor, Senior Partner, Paris Smith:
“A lot of hard work goes into making sure we are a place where people can be themselves, be authentic and show vulnerability, particularly in a time when mental stress and mental resilience are so important. Encouraging open communication in the firm is a challenge but one way we have achieved it is at the outset of our journey about mental wellbeing our senior leadership team was prepared to show their own vulnerability. If they can do that it encourages others to come forward and recognise it’s okay not to be okay.”
Paula Al-Yousif, HR Director, Paris Smith:
"Winning the 'Best Place to Work' at the Hampshire Business Awards 2024 is a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive and dynamic work environment. At Paris Smith, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and this accolade reflects their dedication, passion and collaborative spirit. We are immensely proud of our team and will continue to invest in their growth and wellbeing, ensuring Paris Smith remains a place where everyone can thrive and excel."
Nick Adams-King, Leader of Hampshire County Council, said that as a businessman, he understood the challenges and rewards of running your own company. “It’s wonderful to see so many businesses here tonight. Hampshire is home to some brilliant world-leading companies and plays a pivotal role in driving the UK’s economy,” he said.
During the evening, guests raised a significant sum for the event’s nominated charity, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.

09/09/2024

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On the 11th of September we’ll be opening the clinic gardens for a special evening event, ‘The Future of Skin Tightening,’ where you can experience live demos, witness the official launch of our NeoGen Plasma Skin Tightening treatment, listen to an in-depth discussion about the best products for skin tightening from our experts, and ask the questions you want answered! To book your ticket, click on the link in our bio! 👆💜

02/09/2024

New business networking group, Wi******er Networking, launches 27 September

Business owners and professionals in the Wi******er area have a new opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow with the launch of Wi******er Networking. This exciting new group will hold its inaugural event on Friday 27 September from 7.30-9.30am at South Wi******er Golf Club.

Wi******er Networking is designed to be more than just another networking event; it aims to create a vibrant community where everyone feels welcome, can make meaningful connections, and leave with actionable insights that will benefit their business. Attendees will enjoy a delicious breakfast, the chance to meet other local businesses, and a special micro-masterclass from Steve Jones, a business expert with first-hand experience in creating one of the UK’s most successful business ventures.

"Since starting my business in 2013, I've been fortunate to meet incredible people through networking," said Julie Jackson the founder of Wi******er Networking. "With Wi******er Networking, my goal is to replicate that experience for others and to foster an environment where business owners can learn, grow, and build strong professional relationships."

The event’s featured speaker, Steve Jones, will challenge attendees to think about what makes their business stand out from the crowd and how they can transition from being a ‘best-kept secret’ to the first name that comes to mind when a client needs their services.

Tickets for the launch event cost £20 and are available for purchase now. Interested attendees can secure their spot by visiting the Wi******er Networking event page on Eventbrite or see www.winchesternetworking.co.uk.

10/06/2024

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10/06/2024

The Dolly Show is coming to the Theatre Royal Wi******er Wednesday 10 July 24...!

Kelly O'Brien - The Dolly Show

As seen on BBC ONE, ITV This Morning, Channel 5, Sky, ITV London; featured in The Times, The Daily Mail and the Metro, and voted the U.K's BEST Dolly Parton Impersonator, West End star - Kelly O'Brien is country legend Dolly Parton.

The only Dolly Parton impersonator endorsed by The Parton family. Australian born Kelly is a world-class entertainer with stunning vocal and flawless comic timing. She brilliantly captures the voice, verve and voluptuousness of the little lady from Tennessee.

From the 22-inch waist to the 32G bust, she captivates audiences around the world with Dolly's famous mountain soprano. It's like Dolly is right there in the room with you.

Accompanied by some of the U.K's finest musicians, Kelly and her band play songs like 9 to 5, Jolene, Islands in the stream, I will always love you and many more…

Regarded as the BEST Dolly impersonator in the world. You don't want to miss this show!

10/06/2024

Delighted to be here at a Hampshire Fare Members’ meeting at The Yard Hampshire at Chilton Manor Farm. Tasted some amazing spicy sauces from Callaloo Corner, brilliant flavoured peanut butter from Butter Bike Co. Peanut Butter, fantastic fizz from Candover Brook , and superb pies from Mud Foods, pie-fection indeed!

31/05/2024

A stunning venue!!

03/05/2024

Breast Walk Ever Hampshire 2024

Walk for life saving research into Secondary Spread Breast Cancer. Choose from a Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K distance.

Follow in the footsteps of King Charles after his escape from Worcester in 1651 on “The Monarchs Way”. Take on the half marathon to enjoy the Clarendon, Itchen and Pilgrims way too. Enjoy the riverside on the edge of Historic Wi******er and St Catherine's Hill too. Take on the full marathon and you will be rewarded with the splendour of the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Activity: Walking
Date: 12th May 2024
Location: IBM UK Labs, Hursley Park, Hursley, Wi******er SO21 2JN
Distance options: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K
Prices: £13-£30 depending on distance. Discounts for under 18s and concessions
Snapshot of what to expect: Event village with refreshments, toilets and free on-site parking throughout the day. Fully signposted routes with well-stocked feed stations throughout as well as medical support. Medal and massage at the finish. Dogs welcome.
Event Website: https://breastwalkever.org

Sign up here - https://signup.breastwalkever.org/projects/participate

Volunteers

We are also keen to recruit volunteers for the walk. Please could you share the below information should you be able to post this walk as a volunteering opportunity.

This event relies on the generosity of willing volunteers. If you would like to support Against Breast Cancer with the marshalling of Breast Walk Ever Hampshire, we have plenty of roles available on the day. Please email [email protected] to let us know and we can provide you with options. You will be given a full briefing as well as refreshments throughout the day.

Take on one of three distance through rural Hampshire, whilst raising funds for our research into secondary spread breast cancer. All routes include refreshments throughout, medal and massage at the finish, dogs welcome. Sign up today.