Salisbury Journal

The Salisbury Journal serves as the community newspaper for the Salisbury region in England. It was originally established in 1729 and saw a revival in 1736 under William Collins, who used it as a platform to challenge the administration of Sir Robert Walpole. After the passing of William Collins, his brother, Benjamin Collins, took over the management of the newspaper.

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REVIEW: 'Thrilling' play with a haunting backstory set in remote Scottish Highlands

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

The Croft, starring Doctor Who's Liza Goddard, is being performed at Salisbury Playhouse until May 17 after a previous critically acclaimed tour was halted halfway through due to the Covid lockdown. Produced by Original Theatre (Birdsong, ART, Murder in the Dark, Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d) as part of the award-winning theatre company’s 20th anniversary season, the story is set in the deserted village of Coille Ghillie.
Thousands flock to cathedral as stunning flower show opens to public

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Tom Leaman

The Spirit of Water-themed festival opened to the public at 10am on Tuesday (May 13) and will welcome guests until Sunday afternoon. Arrangements vary from a representation of A World Without Water to a journey along a River of Flowers. Another piece is made of chairs that priests used as stepping stones when the cathedral flooded in January 1915. One, called Under the Sea, was made with contributions from care homes, day centres and schools, coordinated by the cathedral's education team.
Former Conservative club could become housing if plans approved

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

Wyndham Park Conservative Club (Image: Newsquest) A FORMER Conservative Club could turn into housing if plans are approved. Mr Phillip Connolly, of South West Investment Partnership, has applied to convert the former Wyndham Park Conservative Club on College Street into housing.
Couple prepares to open rabbit and guinea pig shop after three years online

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

Hoppy Pets, run by Rob and Amanda Baggott, will open a store at Grateley Business Park near Salisbury on May 24, having worked as an online shop since 2022. READ MORE: PICTURES: 16 cats and kittens searching for their forever homes - can you help? The business focuses on safe, natural and healthy treats primarily for rabbits and guinea pigs. Amanda said: "We had three rabbits of our own and I was a bit fed up of buying treats for the rabbits full of colours and glues holding them together.
Reform UK announces group leader for Wiltshire following local elections

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

Councillor Ed Rimmer, who defected from the Conservatives to Reform last year, won with 269 votes in Bemerton Heath. He has now been elected as Reform UK Group Leader following his election to Wiltshire Council in the May 2025 local elections, which saw the Tories lose control of the council after 25 years. READ MORE: Four months until City Hall reopens with 'lots to do' as renovations begin He said: “The Conservative Party has let the country down.
Salisbury cat put down after attack by ‘out of control’ dog

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Tom Leaman

Injured cat Maisie had to be put down after an Alsatian grabbed her in its teeth on October 2 last year. The woman said she was left “dripping with blood” from “deep puncture wounds” on her thumb – but was initially unsure if she was bitten by the dog or cat, she said in an initial statement. She later claimed she knew it was a dog bite, saying the Alsatian hurt her by gripping her hand and “shaking its head aggressively.” The dog that attacked Maisie belongs to Jordan Fitzpatrick, 26.
Increased police presence for town after surge in drug and street drinking reports

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

Fordingbridge (Image: Google Maps) POLICE have increased their presence in a Hampshire town after a surge in reports of drug use and street drinking. Hampshire Constabulary has said that residents in Fordingbridge may notice an increased police presence nearby, with officers patrolling on foot alongside their colleagues from the neighbourhood enforcement team. In a Facebook post, New Forest Police has said: "Individuals have been identified and warned about future conduct.
Four months until City Hall reopens with 'lots to do' as renovations begin

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

Justin Britchford, owner of MECA in Swindon, has taken on Salisbury City Hall as his second entertainment venue, and he shared his plans to revitalise the venue with the Journal in April. The venue has been closed as an entertainment venue for five years since the start of the pandemic, opening only as a vaccination centre from December 2020 to January 2023. After months of negotiations to become the new tenant, Mr Britchford has now been able to begin renovations on the site.
Pizza Hut to open new drive thru lane after plans given go ahead

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Isabella Holliday

Pizza Hut in Solstice Park (Image: Google Maps) A NEW drive thru has been given permission to open in Amesbury's Solstice Park. In February, applicant London Prop Company Ltd put through an application to introduce a drive thru lane at Pizza Hut in Solstice Park, which currently only offers dine in, takeaway and delivery.
A36 slip roads in Salisbury to be closed for roadworks

1 day ago | salisburyjournal.co.uk | Sophie Day

National Highways has confirmed that both the southbound entry and exit slip roads to and from the access road for the Waitrose Retail Complex will be closed between 7pm and midnight from May 28 to June 4. The closure is to allow resurfacing and maintenance works to be carried out safely. READ MORE: Dilapidated Army chapel with leaking roof to be demolished this month To view the full public notice, go publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/traffic-and-roads/681ddc6c944caff46f58bf92.