Petersfield Town Mayor
The Town Mayor is elected in May each year by the Town Councillors at the Mayor Making ceremony. They will represent the Town Council at any civic functions or events both in Petersfield and outside of Petersfield, and will preside over Full Council meetings held each month (with the exception of August). They will also promote Petersfield as much as they can.
The badge and chain is worn by the Town Mayor and has a picture of the Hampshire Rose on it.
Cllr Chris Paige
Town Mayor 2025-26
Cllr Jamie Matthews
Deputy Town Mayor 2025-26
Town Mayor 2025-26
Councillor Christopher Paige has proudly called Petersfield home since 2016, where he lives with his wife and family. With a strong sense of duty and public service, Chris brings both military and civilian leadership experience to his new role as Town Mayor.
He served for 11 and a half years in the British Army, completing a range of international deployments. Since leaving the Armed Forces in 2013, Chris has worked in the healthcare sector as an IT engineer, supporting Ministry of Justice sites—including prisons and immigration centres—as well as hospitals and surgical facilities across the south of England. His career reflects a continued commitment to service, resilience, and practical problem-solving.
In his spare time, Chris enjoys golf and coarse-fishing. He is an active member of the Petersfield Branch of the Royal British Legion and was instrumental in the Town Council’s pledge to the Armed Forces Covenant. He continues to lead local initiatives that support veterans, service personnel, and their families.
As Town Mayor, Chris is dedicated to fostering community spirit, promoting inclusivity, and supporting Petersfield’s residents, volunteers, and organisations in keeping the town vibrant and welcoming.
Deputy Town Mayor 2024-25
Councillor Jamie Matthews has been a proud resident of Petersfield since 2006, where he lives with his wife. A graduate in Electrical Engineering, Jamie brings a wealth of technical expertise to his professional role as a broadcast technology consultant, working with clients across the UK.
Deeply committed to the local community, Jamie is an active member of Petersfield Round Table, supporting a wide range of local events and charitable initiatives. His passion for community engagement extends into local planning and development. Since 2021, he has played a key role in shaping the future of the town as part of the Petersfield Neighbourhood Plan project team and steering group.
Jamie was first elected to Petersfield Town Council in May 2015. Since then, he has served with dedication and energy across a number of council committees and projects. His appointment as Deputy Town Mayor reflects his strong commitment to public service, collaborative leadership, and the continued prosperity and wellbeing of Petersfield and its residents.
The Town Mayor will choose a specific charity for the duration that they are Town Mayor and will run fund raising events for this charity. After a year, all the money that is raised will be given to the chosen charity.
Petersfield Scouts
Scouts aims to build and develop young people’s confidence, sense of adventure and outdoor skills, as well as encouraging them to explore their beliefs and attitudes and be creative. It offers them the independence to put these skills into practice at camps and even on international trips.
Winton House Centre
Winton House Centre provides services and facilities for the local community in the interests of improving quality of life. Offering a variety of services to reduce social isolation, to make it easy for people to access local information and resources, and provide affordable meeting spaces for all.
Donate to the Mayor's Charities
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Invite the Town Mayor
The Town Mayor attends a variety of events throughout the year in and around Petersfield. Events range from business openings to award presentations. If you would like to invite the Town Mayor to your function:
Mayor's Events
Tickets for Town Mayor’s events:
