The Battle of Trafalgar happened #OnThisDay in 1805. And #OnThisDay in 1905, Southampton’s Trafalgar Dry Dock was opened. It was the largest dry dock in the world at the time and it was later enlarged. Last used for ship repairs in the 1980s; since then it has been filled in.

Over 8,000,000 troops from various nations embarked for #WW1 from Southampton. Thousands came back to the port wounded or dying. Many never returned. Millions more embarked in #WW2 and during later conflicts. Remembering them all today. #RemembranceSunday #WeWillRememberThem

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🎄I'm thrilled to announce a new festive booklet featuring stories of Southampton Christmases gone by. It'll cost about the price of a coffee and will make a FANTASTIC stocking filler! 🎁🎅 Historic Southampton Southampton Hidden History Visit Southampton Rod Andrews

A heartwarming item from ITV News Meridian about how our children support the Communicare in Soton initiative in the local community with our church. It's wonderful to hear how much it means to the people who come every week. The Oscar Romero Award for Catholic Schools CAFOD Schools Lord Mayor of Southampton Catholic Education Service

The front of the Daily Echo tomorrow - including how a sports bar took on a utility firm over a £490k overcharged bill - and won (with a not inconsiderable bit of help from ⁦Maya!⁩)

Bitterne Road West update - road is fully closed inbound from the junction of Bullar Road/Athelstan Road, outbound traffic is being allowed through the scene slowly, delays in both directions SouthamptonCC

SAINTS are BACK 🆙

Thinking about booking a Toastmaster to ensure your event is a success? Look no further Rob Marshall MBE guildoftoastmasters.co.uk

My Dad is on his 6th election campaign. When I first stood he cooked 30 cottage pies for my freezer so I he knew I got fed.

RIP Dame Maggie Smith (1934 - 2024) 💔 Throwback to the 1960s: a lovely photo of Kenneth Williams, Dame Maggie, and a slightly grumpy Chow Chow. #legend

I understand there are financial pressures but this saves next to nothing (in Govt terms) but will have a huge impact on so many. Cadet Forces offer a fantastic opportunity for young people and we should be encouraging more to join, not cutting the funding.

Victoria Road, Woolston. The London Arms (on the right, on the corner) dated back to the 1870s but it was bombed in 1940. The 1950s replacement closed in the early 2000s. The Thornycroft shipyard at the end of the road in the older image was also closed down in the early 2000s.

📣 Help save Llandudno's Queen Vic! The historic bronze bust of Queen Victoria that was situated in Happy Valley has been removed, presumed stolen. The bust is the centrepiece of a monument erected in 1890 to mark the 50th year of the Queen's reign. 🧵 #heritage #cymru #Conwy

Over two million American soldiers passed through Southampton during WW2 to help liberate Europe from the evil tyranny of fascism. Paul Shimer, seen here with the mayor, was the ‘Millionth Yank’ to head off to war from the port. Sadly, he would be killed in action in April 1945.

Shimer was buried in the Lorraine American Cemetery near Saint-Avold in France, alongside 10,480 other American soldiers who gave their lives in the fight against fascism.

So very sad to hear the news this evening. He was so very generous with his incredible knowledge and made us all laugh. I first met him when we filmed flog it in the Isle of Wight and he really made me giggle! His passion was infectious - God bless you Mike ❤️

Did you know that PSL offers a dedicated support group for those affected by a child or young adult’s substance use? For more information, contact us at [email protected] or call 02380 399764.

My monologue on Times Radio 1pm today: The man who promised to stop the Ukraine-Russian war on Day One of taking power has instead on Day 42 decided to stop all further US military aid to Ukraine. The war, of course, continues to drag on.  President Trump says his arms embargo

Any help we get is very much appreciated, so a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who supports us. Like to help too? You can set up a regular #donation via our website. Perfect for anyone looking at opportunities to support us this year. #southampton #charity bit.ly/3ER3UTX