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Editor’s Letter Welcome, welcome one and all, it is Spring, the world has finally cast off its grey jacket of slumber, now is the spring of content… a time to release the new you, and introduce you to the new 92 page Arkadia magazine, we hope you like the new look and feel of this bespoke title, with our new format and new quarterly distribution, we are as always aiming to fill the pages with the coolest, sexiest, the tastiest and the funkiest folk in Dorset!
Following the Seasons we will be looking at each magazine as a platform for fashion, food, events, art and much, much more, so keep us safe, and keep it locked in, we are looking at the wonderful art of painting in differing styles, the talent of Dorset's leading photographers and incredibly talented sculptures and independent businesses that make this the place to live in the UK, have a fun flick through, and if you want to subscribe to the rest of the year email us on info@arkadiamags.co.uk and we’ll send you out each edition for just £3.95 Inc.
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I struggled to know what to write here as I cannot talk about art school and consequent dream of success. I started painting when I was 30 through the influence of my partner’s sister who is an artist, and when brush hit the canvas, that was it. So, from my shed, next to the tumble drier in the dead of night (I have 3 small children and a job as a cook, so painting in the daytime, no chance!!) I was hooked and wanted to learn more to the point of obsession. I never stopped painting, painting over old paintings if I had no canvases, I would think that by the time I am actually happy with a finished painting, there is probably about five previous pictures underneath! My influences range from Caravaggio, to my children’s drawings, of which I have used in quite a few of my paintings, I also incorporate aspects of street art, graffiti and portraiture into my work.
Bob Cosford’s Flying Sausage There are a few British artists that have defined a generation, Peter Blake and the swinging sixties, Damien Hirst in the Britpop nineties and between them Bob Cosford with his illustration that everyone of my age will always remember from the late seventies. If you don’t know, Bob was the man responsible for the iconic title sequence of Grange Hill, Brookside creator Phil Redmond’s secondary school drama that ran for over 30 years and introduced us to youth heroes Tucker and Zammo. I grew up with the Grange Hill pupils, I started secondary school the same year they did, and before they went on strike I never realised that students were supposed to have rights - these were the good old days of flying board rubbers rather than flying sausages! Bob Cosford, is unassuming as we sit in his Boscombe home, eating lemon drizzle cake and discussing the legacy of his most celebrated artwork. “To be totally honest, I’ve never watched Grange Hill, ever. I was a generation too old, it’s only recently that I’ve realised how amazingly important it was to people who watched it.” And it’s still important, a print of the flying sausage sequence signed by Bob and Zammo (actor Lee MacDonald) recently sold for nearly £200 on eBay to raise money for Comic Relief. Moving to Boscombe 4 years ago from his native London, Bob has become an established part of the town’s active art scene but does he draw inspiration from the traditional ‘kiss me quick’ personality of the seaside? “I imagine that there’s a lot of artists who get their inspiration from the area around them, when we moved down I made a conscious decision not to
do that. I’m not saying that it’s a bad thing, there’s some fantastic stuff out there. If you lived here all of your life you’re probably more influenced by it. Having said all that I have created 3 prints base on surfing which have proved very popular, they’re made to look as if they’ve been painted on driftwood. We love it here, we go down to the beach everyday, take the dog down there, if you live by the sea you’ve got to have a dog. We haven’t met one person yet who’s got a bad thing to say about Bournemouth.” One of the great things about Bob Cosford is his total lack of the pretentiousness that can afflict some members of the artistic world. Is this because illustrators have a commercial background and suffer from not being seen as “proper” artists? “I think there’s a certain snobbishness about Artists with a capital A. “It does depend, if there’s an exceptionally gifted illustrator, like my friend David Hughes who was asked to design the sets for an opera in Italy, he gets involved in amazing things like that. I suppose that his work is acclaimed, if you put his work alongside an established artist their work would be considered the same, but because he’s doing it commercially there’s still that thing attached to it that it’s a bit of a dirty business I suppose.” Even Michelangelo had to do commercial works for his patrons to pay the bill. “Obviously some didn’t, van Gogh went mad and cut his ear off because he never got paid, I didn’t really fancy that. I need to earn an income. So I run a small gallery called Eyedreampictures in the old Victorian Royal Arcade in Boscombe. It’s been open now for 20mths and features a range of work including my own, and other local artist’s.
As my art moved away from comic illustration I started experimenting with photomontage with digital hand drawing to create a much more urban feel that reflected political, social and cultural themes. I’ve also started working with mixed media to create a series of fairground art resembling panels literally ripped from a fairground ride. The artwork is cut up then reassembled and riveted together, hand finished, textured and distressed. Because of the significantly different styles I decided to work under three different pseudonyms DIABLO, PURE GOLD and HENRYG as well as my own name. I call it my personal collective and put the work ‘out there’ hoping people will fall in love with it, and want to buy it to put on their walls.” There’s a Roy Lichtenstein print on the wall of Bob’s front room, so does he believe that this most celebrated of illustrators has made the crossover into mainstream art with his recent Retrospective exhibition at the Tate? “He nicked all of his ideas from comics, he reproduced them beautifully, he recreated them and changed them a bit, they were big and everything was hand painted, but he basically just nicked things.” So has his most iconic work made him a wealthy man? “I don’t have the original of the Grange Hill artwork, the designer who commissioned it has it. It’s all in bits as it was made up to be animated. If I was in the music industry I’d get royalties every time it was shown. As an illustrator it’s not really like that. The Grange Hill art was on TV recently on one of these back the the 80’s shows. If that was a piece of music I’d get paid
automatically through the Performing Rights Society. As an illustrator I literally have to see an image of mine that’s being used before being able to claim anything. The problem was we didn’t get our act together early on like the musicians did, but good luck to them” So, thirty-five years on the flying sausage is still a part of British culture and even it’s creator has started to realise that for a certain generation that image still defines their school years as much as wearing their tie skinny side out or writing Frankie Says Relax on their school books . To view more of Bob's work visit his website www.eyedreampictures.co.uk
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Sharon James - Owner of L'artishe Gallery
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I have recently self-diagnosed myself as having O.C.C.D ‘Obsessive Compulsive Drawing Disorder’. (O.C.D.D?) This has meant that I am obsessed with detail and enjoy the challenge of capturing the essence of what I am drawing. I am not interested in depicting whatever I'm drawing in a hyper realistic way. I have drawn my whole life but my formal qualifications are a BA Hons and an MA in Fine Art Printmaking. The immediacy of drawing allows me to keep producing work whilst running my gallery. Printmaking is a much more time consuming affair. I am fascinated with all aspects of nature, it started with birds. The truth is birds are still fluttering around my studio as I don't think I'll ever stop being fascinated by them and going 'cold turkey' isn't an option.(Pun intended?!) It seemed perfectly natural to move from birds to bees. There is now a buzz around my studio. My interest in bees happened at the same time as the national news was full of stories about the decline of bees in Britain. This has meant that my new work has been very well received. Some of my biggest collectors are from the local bee keeping communities. In fact when I was just focusing on bumblebees, apiarists were bugging (Pun intended?!) me to draw honeybees. I was happy to oblige. I'm currently working on two separate bodies of work to do with bees at the moment. 'Bees you can see in your garden'. I'm trying to show people the huge variety of bees that they can literally find on their doorstep. The second is a 'Rainbow of Bees' as bees do come in every colour of the rainbow. A little information about my choice of materials. People constantly ask me about the 'brand' of pencil I use. The truth is I use whatever does the job. That's not to say there aren't some very expensive pencils in my repertoire but for every top quality pencil I own, I have 20 non brand pencils that I use equally as much. The brown paper is just wrapping paper and my preferred 'brand' is IKEA. I'm fully aware that I am following a long tradition of artists who are constantly fascinated by the minutiae of nature.
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Debbie Court is taking the art of Papier-mâché to another plane!
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When I was at primary school, I helped to make a life-sized cow from papier-mâche. It was an amazing project and I’ve never forgotten it. After studying music at university, I enjoyed a career in teaching and arts marketing and now work with disabled adults, but I’ve always felt a need to draw and create things. Two years ago, while browsing YouTube, I came across a woman called Jonni Good who was making beautiful papier mache animals, and suddenly I was back in primary school with that cow! I bought Jonni’s book and started making some of her animals and I became totally obsessed. Almost immediately, I preferred making human figures and I started experimenting with different techniques and materials and developing my own style. I try to make my sculptures almost completely of paper and so I’ve abandoned the typical wire armature and instead, make mine from scrunched newspaper, masking tape and sometimes a wooden cocktail stick to attach the head.....paper is from wood after all! I dress my figures in paper clothes and, apart from a little acrylic paint for skin tones, use coloured tissue paper to colour them – like decoupage. It’s a very satisfying technique - although the detailed work is incredibly fiddly to do – and I get a weird sense of pride that my sculptures are now 99.9% paper. I show my work in exhibitions and galleries and I’m beginning to get more commissions which I love. Commissions are always a challenge and they encourage experimentation because you never know what you may be asked to do or how you’re going to do it. I’ve recently been asked to sculpt a conductor, an Oxbridge Don in full academic robes and even a football enthusiast wearing the West Ham strip! I wouldn’t take on a commission if I didn’t feel I could do a good job and I only do one-offs – I would never want to make the same piece twice. I sculpt every day, sometimes for several hours without realising it. Papier-mâche is my passion and I can’t imagine life without it. arkadia magazine
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PUMP THIS PARTY!!! Daniela Rhodes (DJ D-Vox) presents... It’s the year 2002, I remember it vividly. DJ Tiesto, the God of trance in his prime is owning the stage at Gods Kitchen’s fourth birthday at the now long time closed and legendary Sanctuary in Milton Keynes. Before him, a 9,000 strong and sweaty sea of dedicated ravers surrounded by vibrantly decorated giant stilt walkers, illuminated by an elaborate light show and dancing insistently with glow sticks in hand throughout his eclectic, energetic and mesmerizing set. The atmosphere was like nothing I had ever experienced and I could feel that this was my calling. Since taking to the turntables all those years ago, I am still learning. DJ’ing has become a technical and digital minefield with DJ’s now using CD’s, computer software and even iPods to DJ with. Luckily, for vinyl junkies such as myself, the time coded vinyl which reads mp3’s from computer software is a godsend allowing us to continue using the original, and in my eyes, most skilled and satisfying method. Technology however, as brilliant as it is when it works, can fail on occasion and leave a DJ twiddling thumbs with no way to play. Not only will choosing vinyl eliminate this problem, but it will keep your reputation intact too! Getting ready for a gig can be tricky depending on the size of your record collection which, for the majority of DJ’s, can be vast. Your choice of music needs to tie in with what the crowd will be expecting at the venue, but also needs to consist of a series of options as the direction you decide to take will not always create the dance floor hungry response you were hoping for. Keeping the customers happy is important, although I have seen many a DJ dismiss this vital factor, playing music they want to play for themselves and losing their initially loyal crowd as a result. It’s always good to test the water with a few different kinds of tracks, see what people respond to and lean in whichever direction is dictated by their response. But with all this in mind, it is also important to retain your identity as a DJ, playing music which is a reflection of what gets you ticking. You will gain fans and followers because of your tune selection and style of DJ’ng so always stay true to who you are and the feelings you want to invoke with your music.
I was very fortunate to land a set at London’s famous Ministry Of Sound nightclub back in November last year, playing tough, progressive house with trance elements, in keeping with the harder trance direction of the DJ’s who followed me. It’s important to ensure that the event as a whole is tailored to take the ravers on a journey, one which bubbles at the start and ends with a bang. My next gig will be at Deep Down Dirtys ’50 Shades Of House’ in Shoreditch where I’ll be playing the opening set comprised of funky house, leading to tribal house and finishing with some deep acid house, and my set will be followed by DJ’s playing harder genres of house as the night progresses. I'll also be throwing in a sprinkling of my live vocals within instrumental tracks to compliment those tracks and give the ravers some extra entertainment! If you can master the art of providing whatever music is necessary for an event, and provide something a little different which sets you apart from the rest if you can, you’ll be set for a successful career in the field. The world of social media is playing a huge part in the lives of modern DJ’s with online networking now being as much at the heart of their professional progression as getting out there and mingling with promoters at nights they may want to play at. Facebook, Twitter and Instagram have become vital tools for networking and promoting my radio shows on Voice FM 103.9, Afro-disiac Live and Progressive Beats Radio. Although I love every minute of interacting with my existing and potential listeners and pushing my event pages out to relevant audiences, there’s always that fear of waking up one day to a face with square eyes. If you are reading this article and thinking, ‘hmm this sounds interesting, I’d really love to be able to play my favourite dance music as a DJ and not just as a listener’, I urge you to give it a go. Some take to it like a duck to water, others like myself all those years ago, take a little longer to get the hang of it. Some take it on in their teens, others later on in life. Whichever categories you may fall into, once you lock those two tracks together for the first time you will fall in love with being in control of the music you hold close to your heart and learn a therapeutic, highly enjoyable new skill in the process, one which could open up doors for you to a whole new world of music
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If you haven’t yet heard about this wonderful place yet, then you’ve been missing out on one of the most surprising days out in Dorset! Only a couple of miles from Bridport, the village of Symondsbury is in a unique location, tucked away beneath Colmers Hill one of the better known hallmarks of this beautiful part of West Dorset Symondsbury Estate is privately owned and has been in the Colfox family for over 150 years. Its 1500 acres consist of both residential and holiday cottages, commercial units, farmland, ancient woodland and the most recently transformed Manor Yard in the centre of the Village.
Next to Symondsbury Kitchen is the 14th Century Tithe Barn, recently restored and now used as a fabulous wedding and events venue, the only one of its kind in the area. It has a fully licensed bar and the gardens have been beautifully landscaped, providing a peaceful, spacious place for everyone to enjoy.
The holiday properties are located in different areas of the Estate and last year were awarded Gold in the Dorset Tourism Awards.
Just behind the café is ‘Old Times’ where you can enjoy wandering around the interesting mix of antiques, furniture & ‘bric-a-brac’.
Manor Yard in the centre of Symondsbury village has been restored to such a high standard you feel as though you’ve stepped back in time. There are several artisan and retail units including Symondsbury Store which is a country store offering a selection of local produce, daily essentials and locally crafted cards.
You can browse around the many units that are full of small enterprises, all of which have a unique vibe and a wonderful sense of creativity and flair. The Manor Yard Barn houses a variety of artisan and retail units including a florist, clothes shop, furniture restorer, stone work and glass work.
With a strong belief in supporting local business you will find many items are created by local artists and companies and some of the items have been created at Manor Yard. Symondsbury Kitchen is currently headed by a newly appointed Manager, ‘JP’ who not only loves the Café’s locally sourced menu, but seems to be constantly in a state of relaxed happiness! The atmosphere in the Café is relaxed, comfortable and seating includes arm-chairs, sofas and a wood burner, so customers can enjoy the ambience with a feeling of home from home. The Menu is as creative as you’ll find in Dorset. The cooks pride themselves in the fact that the food is fresh, seasonal, made on the premises and most of the fresh herbs & vegetables are either grown in the Estate vegetable garden or locally sourced. Come and relax with food and drink either inside or outside on the lovely sunny terrace to admire the view of Colmers Hill or the thatched roofs of the newly renovated old stables.
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Alison is the owner of Busy Bee’s florist. A lovely lady, full of the joys of owning and running a beautiful business from this energetic site, her love of flowers has been part of her world since a very small child. Alison says “My dear Grandma had a small holding in Devon and grew many different types of flowers, fruit and vegetables as well as having an orchard where we had so many adventures. As a country girl she had great knowledge of the hedgerow and wild flowers which I like to think she passed on to me. I was always trying to make displays from primroses, cowslips, bluebells and twigs, so working with flowers as a business comes naturally.” Pop into ‘Colmers Hill Fashion’, an independent women’s fashion boutique with an eye for the unusual in designer clothing. Clothes that will flatter and feel good to wear because of the beautiful fabrics and cuts, all delivered with knowledge and a flair for the right look for every occasion. There is also a very cool hair & beauty salon “The Shed” which is located in the main yard.
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1. How did it all begin, has this been an ambition to paint since a young girl? Since I was a child I have always been highly creative with a passion for the arts. I aspired to be a fashion/ costume designer or an artist. I was inspired by parents; my father who is a talented artist and photographer and my mother who is a talented dressmaker. Throughout my education in Wareham I was fortunate, as both schools had a vibrant art and music focus, led by some extremely talented teachers who really inspired me. I studied art, fashion & marketing and was drawn to an initial career in PR and Marketing - which I am equally as passionate about. I decided that I would pursue and establish this career first, and then return to launch my art. I have spent an amazing 15 years within Arts and Charity sectors, which I love, specialising in Communications. In 2012 I decided it was time to pick up my brushes and paint! I excitedly launched my first collection in the same year and exhibited as part of Dorset Art Weeks. It was an incredible, yet nerve racking experience to share my work with everyone for the first time! You seem to enjoy painting in tones of blue – any reason for that? My paintings to me depict magical moonlit scenes that inspire tranquillity and calmness. However, I always leave it to the viewer to define their experience. These shades of blue are still currently my favourite pallette of colours to work with, I still have so many places to paint in this colourway! I am often asked when and what will my new colours will be - well I can say that a vibrant new pallette of colours are on the horizon for this year. Is it all canvas work that you sell, do you have an online presence? My original paintings are acrylic on canvas, when completed they are professionally scanned and re-produced into small limited edition framed prints. They are frequently purchased in trios, as I am often told my paintings evoke happy memories of favourite places, holidays or of growing up in the area. I also paint a number of private commissions for clients. I have a website www.esmejames.co.uk where I sell my work nationally and internationally.
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Esme James Were you naturally gifted at art, or is this something you’ve learnt and adapted? I have been extremely fortunate to have been encouraged to draw, paint and craft from an early age. However, I firmly believe that anyone can create, paint or draw, and my greatest pleasure is to inspire others to do so. My skills and knowledge developed further as I was tutored by some exceptionally talented lecturers whilst studying Art & Design at Bournemouth and Poole College, and Fashion, Textiles & Marketing at the Arts University Bournemouth. You live in Wareham, have you drawn inspiration from the area and the coastline? I grew up in Wareham and ever since I was a child I have always been inspired by the Isle of Purbeck and the dramatic Jurassic Coastline. As a child my imagination was fuelled, as I learnt about dinosaurs that had once walked here and I was fascinated to learn about the unique geology and landforms of the area. The imposing mystical ruins of Corfe Castle, nestled within the Purbeck Hills have captivated me. I have always known and felt that this area is a special place and it will continue to be my greatest muse. Have you always lived locally, what is your favourite spot in your County, does this inspire your work? I have always lived in Dorset, apart from moving to Sydney, Australia to work for international charity, Greenpeace Australia Pacific. The Isle of Purbeck is my favourite spot in Dorset and a continuing source of inspiration - it’s full of all of my favourite places! Where can we see your work? The Salt Pig, Wareham; Cameron and Talbot Furniture, Wareham; National Trust Tea Rooms, Corfe Castle; Dorset Cottage Holidays, Corfe Castle. I have a number of exhibitions throughout the year and also exhibit with Phoenix Arts & Crafts, a highly skilled group of local artists and makers. The Dorset Gallery Arts & Crafts Show; Sat 16 April, Sat 16 July, Sat 20 Aug and Sat 3 Dec 2016. Wareham Town Hall, North Street, Wareham BH20 4NS. Purbeck Art Weeks & Dorset Art Weeks, Sat 28 May – Sun 12 June 2016. The Shoot Room, Park Lodge, East Lulworth BH20 5QP. Follow Esme James – Contemporary Artist on social media - visit www.esmejames.co.uk
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Overlooking the majestic sweep of Chesil Beach and the wide expanse of Lyme Bay, The Seaside Boarding House Restaurant & Bar is an oasis of informal sophistication. Created by former Groucho Club MD and Chairman, Mary-Lou Sturridge & Tony Mackintosh, it is elegant yet relaxed; comprising a classic restaurant, a proper cocktail bar & luxurious bedrooms with a view of the sea. A slate grey sea-facing terrace, provides a spectacular space for long lunches, sundowners and rare, balmy, windless suppers. At one end of the terrace is the Bar. Classic yet comfortable, it is light and inviting by day then a warm cosy sanctuary by night. Expert staff can shake, muddle or stir up your favourite cocktail or suggest something to fit the mood. The restaurant echoes gentler times; a wall of French windows overlooks the ever-changing seascape of Lyme Bay. To encourage excellent dining, Mary-Lou persuaded gastro legend Alastair Little to come out of restaurant hiatus and marshal the kitchen. Dorset & the West Country teems with great smallholdings and artisan produce and Alastair works with a team of talented young local chefs in the Seaside Boarding House kitchen to create an already celebrated, but unpretentious menu. Ever changing the menu features deep flavoured Winter dishes like Bourride. As Spring arrives so does locally grazed roast Lamb, tangy Vietnamese beef salad, or luxurious Turbot & chips. The menu feels familiar and comforting, yet remains engaging and intriguing. The ethos is simple (but hard to attain); really good produce, cooked really well. The extensively researched wine list offers recognisable varietals, regions and labels, with tantalising twists. Deeper down lurk profound treats, extracted from the famed cellars of Tony Mackintosh. Behind the restaurant is an Events room with its own bar, original sprung dance floor & mirror ball. For celebratory lunches, dinners, weddings, parties, boogie nights or private dining. Past the book-lined Library, with armchairs & fireplace and up the staircase are the Bedrooms… All eight large fully serviced rooms have some view of the sea. Offering magnificent vistas of the Jurassic Coastline and the bucolic surrounding countryside. Handmade beds give luxurious sleep on all natural materials. There are armchairs or window seats to settle down with a good book & every bedroom has a bespoke en-suite bathroom. The Seaside Boarding House is a haven all year round, a light, eclectic mix of old & new, comfortable & inspiring. A single vision of stylish, but relaxed perfection rising from the cliffs above the sweep of a beach, wooed by the endless lullaby of the sea.
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Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra returns with ‘Proms in the Park’ spectacular this summer… It is with great delight that we announce Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra’s highly anticipated return to Meyrick Park, Bournemouth. Taking place from the 5-7 August 2016, the BSO will host a range of extraordinary outdoor events and activities, showcasing great live music and stunning visual displays.
BSO Classical Extravaganza Friday 5th August Gates open from 6pm for picnics, concert starts at 8pm The best of classical music including pieces from Bizet’s 'Carmen', Wagner’s 'Ride of the Valkyries', Rossini’s 'Barber of Seville' Overture and of course music by the master of the film score, John Williams! Get together family and friends for a fantastic night out with some of the most recognisable classical music, finishing with the famous BSO fireworks choreographed to music!
ABBA Symphonic Spectacular Saturday 6th August Gates open from 6pm for picnics, concert starts at 8pm Back by popular demand, the BSO, conductor Pete Harrison and four West End singers return for another celebration of the Swedish pop superstars, including all their famous songs from 'Dancing Queen' to 'Waterloo, Super Trouper and Chiquitita'. Why not dress up and enjoy a dancetastic night out in your flares rounded off by fantastic fireworks!
Family Funday Sunday Sunday 7th August From 12 noon – 10pm A day of musical fun and entertainment for the whole family, showcasing some of the BSO’s fantastic events in the community including the Family Orchestra and the BSO Strings. There will be lots of opportunities to get involved with musical activities too. The day finishes with a fantastic hour-long son et lumière with lasers and lights choreographed to a specially created soundtrack.
To book your tickets for the event of the summer, please visit BSOlive.com or call the box office on 01202 669925.
Cranborne Garden Centre is looking forward to a busy spring 2016 season. Set in the picturesque, former walled kitchen garden of Cranborne Manor, the garden centre, cafĂŠ and shop offer much more than a traditional garden centre. They stock over 400 varieties of rose and a wide selection of shrubs, herbaceous and bedding plants along with tools, garden accessories, pots and stoneware. The gift shop offers interesting homewares and gifts for all the family and they also have a Vintage Barn with an eclectic array of items. The CafĂŠ is open daily and offers breakfast, lunch and homemade cakes and biscuits, all made in their kitchen and using local bread and meat and seasonal produce from their own kitchen garden.
As spring blooms, Cranborne Manor Garden will be open every Wednesday from 2nd March until mid October. The garden opens at 9am and closes at 5pm with last entry at 4pm. Cranborne is steeped in history. The original manor house was built as a hunting lodge for King John and was later acquired by Robert Cecil, the 1st Marquess of Salisbury, remaining in the family ever since. In the 17th century the garden was laid out by John Tradescant and Mountain Jennings and has continued to evolve with successive generations of the family. OPENING HOURS Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm Sunday 10am to 5pm
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This season, Cranborne Garden Centre is unveiling its new building, The Garden Room at Cranborne, which will be used to host events and is available for private hire for functions, weddings and parties. The Garden room is set in its own landscaped garden, designed by local garden designer, Jenny Noscoe, with plenty of space for outdoor seating and marquees. The Garden Room will be the new location for Cranborne Garden Centre’s popular programme of informative talks and workshops – from care and cultivation of roses, practical vegetable gardening and floristry, garden design and history to creative workshops including lampshade and cushion making. See the website for a full programme of events . Cranborne Garden Centre Cranborne Dorset BH21 5PP Tel: 01725 517248
The team at Cranborne Garden Centre are continuing with extensive planting throughout the centre, and many roses climb and ramble over the ancient walls, making the walled garden a beautiful spot to relax and find inspiration for your own garden. The team of expert gardeners are always on hand to answer gardening queries and help to select plants. The Garden Centre also hosts a farmers’ market on the last Saturday of every month (9am – 3pm), which has a growing number of local food producers and artisans. Cranborne Garden Centre is a hub of inspiration for all those with an interest in gardening, food and crafts. With experts on hand within the Garden Centre and visiting lecturers and experts, it provides a unique experience for visitors. For full information on the events at Cranborne Garden Centre please see the website
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VICTORIA MARTIN JEWELLERY
All jewellery is made lovingly by hand, unique ranges of jewellery that can be personalised. I am interested in the sentimental side of jewellery… The connection to the wearer - A GIFT OF LOVE.
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The Ford, Barton Meadows Farm by Elizabeth Bairstow FSBA
The Bairstow Gallery is participating in Dorset Art Weeks 2016 (28 May - 5 June). On display will be Elizabeth Bairstow’s next book in the series ‘The Magic of Nature - About a Farm’. Her original watercolour drawings are on view. 2 Wishay Street, Poundbury, Dorset DT1 3GU Tel: 01305 265714 | www.bairstowgallery.co.uk bairstow@bairstowgallery.co.uk arkadia magazine
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GRAB LIFE BY THE HORNS... There is nothing in this world like waking up in Africa, a coffee appearing on the verandah of your luxurious ‘tent’, stepping outside into the crisp fresh air with the excitement and anticipation of what you might see this morning as you watch the sun rise over the bush while sipping your coffee. The first time that you get close to the amazing power of a Lion is a moment that you will never forget, the first time you walk through the African bush, the first time you turn a corner in your 4x4 game vehicle and see Elephant in the middle of the road…all these are just the start of what there is to see, it is impossible to put into words the beauty of the nature and the scenery in Africa and once you are hooked you will be longing to return. The feeling of excitement on safari is something primal, the anticipation and suspense when you set off on foot or in a vehicle looking for wildlife, the surge of adrenaline when you come across big game and the exhilaration of tracking the prints of a big cat left that morning. These encounters are so intense that the memories of such experiences last with you long after the moment has passed. On your return from your evening game drive, you will be greeted with a warm towel to remove any dust from your hands and face, you will be escorted to your room to freshen up or to the bar to have a drink around the fire before dinner, a chance to regale your fellow travellers with your stories of travels past and present and to listen to theirs. This safari tradition of story telling never fails to result in me adding to the ever-growing list of places I must visit after listening to my safari companion’s tales. Each destination in Africa offers something different, from the incredible density of Leopard in the South
Luangwa, Zambia to huge herds of Elephants in Tarangire, Tanzania or the palm fringed lakes of the Selous in Southern Tanzania. There are so many places to visits and all are unique, with each season bringing its own story to the local environment. It’s all this and the phenomenal number of different experiences to be had that compels people to visit this enchanting continent again and again. There are so many possibilities, from classic luxury safaris to exciting remote walking trips and incredible sleepouts under the stars, from photography expeditions to family adventures. The destinations, styles of property, their locations, the guides… there are so many variables and planning a trip can be daunting. I started The Safari Specialists to offer a new solution to arranging trips to Africa, a small and passionate company always focusing on what is going to create the most amazing experiences for our clients. I first discovered a love for Africa at the age of 15 when I was lucky enough to be involved in a charity trip arrange by my school to Namibia, I was blown away by the scenery, the people and the wildlife, I credit this trip alone with embedding a love for travel and especially Africa deep in my soul. Fortunate to spend a lot of my youth working as a tour leader and dive master all over the world, I have worked in the Safari and travel industry for around 7 years. Starting as a tour leader for a Somerset based Overland company (Oasis Overland), then later as consultant selling Africa and the Middle East holidays for a well established tour operator before moving on to become a product manager and senior consultant at a London based Africa Specialist. In 2014 I moved back to Africa to be assistant manager of Chinzombo, a camp owned by Norman Carr Safaris
in Zambia. This camp won ‘best new safari camp’ and was an absolute pleasure to work at. The experiences I had at this camp were simply outstanding. A lot of hard work, many hundreds of African sunrises and plenty stories to tell later it was time to come back and I decided to set up my own company. The Safari Specialists is Dorset based, focusing on unforgettable experiences in amazing destinations across Africa, offering personal service, honest and expert advice wrapped up with a passion for the continent, the wilderness, the wildlife and the people. The key to creating an amazing itinerary is in the planning and the knowledge of the person doing that planning. Arranging a safari holiday can be fairly simple, you go online, pick a holiday that meets your budget requirements or speak to a consultant who puts together the same itinerary they have a thousand times before, but these methods don’t give the best results. It is really getting to know someone, understanding what they like and just as importantly what they won’t like, learning what they expect from their trip and what is most important to them that will allow help to narrow down the thousands of options ending with the creation of the perfect trip not just a trip, and this is what we aim to do every time. We operate on a national basis as a fully bonded tour operator, and as such we do a lot of work over the phone and on email, however, whenever possible we love to meet our clients, to sit and have a coffee, pore over some maps and talk through the intricate details that will help to create the most unforgettable holiday experience of a lifetime, it is this level of service and dedication, along with a huge amount of knowledge that sets us apart from the rest.
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I can not say why I just draw men. Perhaps it is simply because I aspire to strong males...
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BREATH TAKING. I am a pencil portrait artist, striving for realism without losing the wonderful subtlety of the pencil marks themselves. I have drawn for as long as I can remember and am continually fascinated by the versatility of the medium. My work focuses on contrast whether it is the destructive or creative human nature of the subjects I choose, or the tonal contrasts of the graphite. I strive for realism through detail and honesty to every wrinkle, pore and hair which I use to breath life into my portraits. I have always been fascinated about what sets people who achieve great status apart from normal folk. What human attribute do they possess. My theme throughout this series of drawings is 'Poets, Prophets, Villains and Madmen'. Poets who write and create new visions of the world. Prophets who spread the word and create and instigate change. Villains who destroy and break these rules and Madmen for whom rules do not exist. The unique create/destruct corners of human nature. For these attributes I have chosen people from music, film, art and politics and also images that appeal across generations. My aim is to achieve an emotional reaction between the viewer with the infamous or famous status of the subject combined with my unique technical execution of the work. I want the viewer to be drawn in to the fine detail and play between pattern and tone of the pencil marks. I want people to see beauty in the work which is not immediately obvious I have a unique approach to my drawing focusing on texture, especially in the skin. I don't look for shortcuts and hardly ever blend, smudge or shade my work [except in the matt black areas]. I vary the pressure as to how hard or soft I hold the pencil so it almost bounces across the paper. I focus on all the basic elements to drawing, line, tone, texture, pattern and play with the contrast between light and dark to balance the tone in the work. I use a whole range of pencils from 6H to 8B and work on heavyweight cartridge paper. While I work I frequently remind myself of Cezannes words that everything can be broken down to simply shapes, cubes, cylinders and then put together to make the whole. I have utmost admiration for MC Escher and I smile when I think of the pure genius of Picasso!!! I have always been around the world of art in one way or another since leaving Art College with a Fine Art Degree a while ago. I was a Gallery Guide showing groups around Dulwich Arts Gallery where I embraced Art History. I was an Arts Specialist teaching art in primary schools and have held the post of Arts Coordintor twice. In 2011 I ran the largest Art Lesson in the world for our school, achieving a place in the Guinness Book of Records!! Recently I have been concentrating full time on my own work and can let my obsessive nature and my addition to drawing flourish.. Here is a small selection of my work, many are missing but can be found on my website. Please enjoy my work‌.
I started painting about seven or eight years ago after giving myself a Christmas present of an acrylic painting set of an alpine village. Now as art goes it certainly wasn't a masterpiece, but it gave me a great deal of satisfaction and I realised with a bit of practice and perseverance I could improve. I got an 'A' in GCE Art way back when and have always loved anything arty. So I went to classes with Penny Wilton a well known local Dorset artist and after a while gained the experience I needed. I discovered The Pine Walk in Bournemouth Gardens and later The Peacock Gallery [now The Gallery Upstairs] in Upton Park Poole.I held two exhibitions there sharing the second with my husband Xavier.
Artistry is in the soul... featuring Sue Coussy I don't find it easy referring to myself as 'an artist' as I haven't been to art school or college. However, I have been lucky enough over the past years to sell my paintings and have immense pleasure every time someone likes my art enough to buy it. I did have a go at sending my painting 'Waiting Game' to the Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy but was not accepted, but it was worth a try and I later sold it to a friend for her husband. I don't really have a style, usually painting what takes my fancy. My main medium is acrylic as it is very versatile and forgiving. I like mixing it with sculpting mediums and glazes. Also to make a picture more interesting salt, sand and egg shell. We moved last year and am lucky to have a small studio in the garden my husband built for me although due to over a year of ill health haven't been able to get back into the swing of things yet. I am in the middle of reconstructing my website: www.artucanafford.co.uk that will showcase my more affordable pieces then start on my next site and project: www.creativemoods.co.uk which I am very excited about that will feature more contemporary and abstract art using resins and inks coming early 2016.
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Brendan Cole is a professional dancer on one of Britain’s biggest television entertainment shows, Strictly Come Dancing. The 13th series of the successful show took place in 2015, where Brendan was partnered with television presenter Kirsty Gallacher. He has been a part of the show since its inception, winning the very first series in 2004 and since has become a national success within the dancing world, as dancer, producer and entertainer.
bump into each other! There are 22 of us on stage, which is a lot. We have pyrotechnics too, which is also a risk, but a fantastic spectacle for the audience. So the 'Lighthouse' works well for the Poole audience, as we have to work harder on the small stage to get the show perfect!
Brendan Cole’s entertaining dance, music and chat show ‘Brendan Cole – A Night to Remember’ was a success in the winter of 2015 and was back to wow audiences this year! We caught up with Brendan before his spectacular show at 'Lighthouse' in Poole to find out more...
For those who haven’t seen the show, I would describe it as a ‘night of everything’. It’s everything we do on Strictly – plus a little bit more. There are a lot of ballroom numbers, a lot of Latin numbers, the Argentine Tango, fantastic pyrotechnics, 22 phenomenal dancers, some amazing musicians – there is something for everyone!
We loved the show last year Brendan, and looking forward to this year’s! First of all, we must ask the ultimate question – Why did you choose dance? Because my mother made me do it! But seriously, I played all sports as a kid: rugby, football and cricket especially. Some you play a season and go back to them, and some you don’t, but with dance there IS no season, It’s continuous. So I never stopped! You return to Lighthouse in Poole for the ‘A Night to Remember’ tour in Feb. It’s a very small stage. Do you have to change the choreography for this reason? It is a small stage, but you don’t have to necessarily change the choreography, you just have to be very clever! It actually makes us work harder, as you have to be spot on it – making sure you don’t
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Can you tell us anything about what we can expect to see in the show?
The tour is jam-packed with not many days off! Do you enjoy the hectic schedule? I do – we can’t typically complete a show in Manchester and then travel all the way down to Poole the next day. It just wouldn’t be practical. It makes sense to schedule trips according to logistics and time – so maybe Brighton one night, then Poole, then Torquay the next. From experience, it’s very important have at least two days off at a time. Dancers, performers, even musicians really run the risk of injury if they overdo it. We don’t want a dancer to be injured and then unable to continue on the tour! Also family time is very important – Strictly takes over our lives, so it’s great to spend some quality time with our families on the days off during the tour.
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Have you ever had time to explore the south coast? We don’t have much time to explore during the tour, as we are not in each place for long, but personally I have explored the South coast a lot. Bournemouth is famed for its dance competitions, which I competed in every year. I used to spend a whole week down here when competing, so know and love it! I’ve toured to Poole five times now, so know Lighthouse very well – last year we were told to go and visit an old pub on the quay - I think it was the Poole Arms - so all 22 of us went down there and descended on the pub! A couple of ales and some great food and we were very happy! Let’s talk Strictly. -You won the first series of Strictly and came third in Series 6 with Lisa Snowdon. Do you still get competitive, or see the show more as a fun experience? I don’t see any point in getting competitive. You are very much governed by the partner that you are given, there is no choice in the matter – you are given certain dances each week, and are told what your costumes are going to be. SO all those elements, apart from your choreography, how you perform and what you say on air is very much governed, so there is not much point in being fiercely competitive, as you will end up being disappointed! I do, however, want to be the best choreographer and the best teacher for my partner. In that way I am competitive! You are known for controversially clashing with judges and arguing with their opinions. Is it all to make good TV or are you really frustrated with what they have to say? It’s a little bit of both! It’s an entertainment show, I’m there to entertain – I don’t want to just be there making up the numbers. I’m not there to just dance nicely and stand in the background smiling sweetly though – if there’s something I don’t agree with then I am definitely
going to voice my opinion! I have now had enough experience in terms of exactly what we are meant to be doing on the show and what ballroom dancing is. I have also been on the other side (Brendan was a judge on News Zealand’s Dancing With The Stars) so understand that all the judges have their own agenda too! And who wouldn’t be tempted to argue with Craig RevellHorwood? Are you sad to have left the show so early in the competition this year? Kirsty tried so hard! Yes I am sad, but as people won’t realise, as a professional if your time is not taken up with Strictly, you have many other commitments! The week after I was out, I started training for the Children in Need special, which was very demanding. Then after that, was straight into training for the Christmas special, which was a great experience but also very demanding. That, teamed with rehearsals for the pro dances which take you all the way up to the final, means it’s a very busy time indeed if you are voted out quite early! You’re now happily married with a little girl, Aurelia. Has all this changed your outlook on life, and does it have any effect on your dancing career? It has definitely had an effect on my career, as everything is now devoted to making a life for her, so all your decisions, in your professional and personal life are affected by this one little person. In the future I would like for her to have the best schooling, for example, which means I am going to have work harder for my family! This means that I will definitely be dancing and touring for a long time in the future… there’s no doubt about that! Thank you for speaking with me for Arkadia Magazine we wish you well for the rest of the tour! arkadia magazine
Dorchester Office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Abbotsbury Dorset Price: £495,000 EPC: D
A picturesque detached cottage in this utterly unspoiled village, with enchanting views of St Catherine’s Chapel and the sea beyond the Jurassic Coast. The accommodation, with elevated views, is contemporary in style and immaculately presented providing four bedrooms (one with ensuite facility having a Victoria & Albert stone resin bath), a sitting room with snug, hand-carved, stone fireplace, a beautifully designed kitchen/dining room, and a study. The views from the garden of the surrounding landmarks are simply stunning. Facing south, the secluded patio is a perfect space from which to enjoy the evening sun. The lawn is framed by flower beds, and leads down to the lower section of garden which is laid to lawn, and has a timber gate leading to the village. The double garage has a useful laundry area with sink and storage, and space for utilities.
• Modern cottage with views • Contemporary fittings • Idyllic village location • Double garage • 4 Bedrooms (ensuite facility)
Private Garden with Views Historic Village Setting Character Property
Dorchester Office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
This intriguing Grade II-listed former dairy offers the definition of an historic, character property, enjoying the benefits of contemporary living and design within this very special village. The Arts & Crafts architectural style is very much in evidence in this small cluster of buildings which formed the central dairy of the Bladen Estate. Bookended by the dairymaids’ and herdsman’s cottages, the property is raised some four feet above road level (originally to allow loading of milk churns onto horse-drawn drays), and occupies an elevated position overlooking a large green with walnut trees and wonderful views across the village towards Kite Hill. The raised central section now provides four-bedroom accommodation over two floors, with its own hall, staircase and shower room. The single-storey section houses the reception rooms, entrance hall and kitchen - punctuated by a delightful octagonal turret. Several of the ground-floor rooms benefit from dual-aspect, leaded windows, flooding the rooms with light while maintaining the look and feel of a traditional Dorset home. • Re-thatched in 2011 • South-facing large enclosed garden • 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms
Complementary Contemporary Interior Grade II Listed Former Dairy Historic Features Preserved
Briantspuddle Dorset £545,000 EPC: Exempt (Grade II listed)
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New Gated Development in the heart of Dorset Community of Sustainable Holiday Homes Private Nature Reserve with over 500 acres to explore.
An exciting opportunity to create your own 'grand design' holiday home without the headache! Owning this wonderful BUILDING PLOT with this STUNNING VIEW set in over 500 acres with leisure opportunities (including a beautiful spa with swimming pool) is the perfect opportunity for a client to develop a truly unique property on the largest plot on site overlooking the lake. Architects on hand to assist with some initial ideas to start the process! Silverlake itself was born from a passion to put the habitat first. The founder, the late Jeremy Paxton, originally created his vision at the Lower Mill Estate deep in the Cotswolds. His family now continue his vision at Silverlake, to create a residential nature reserve for HOLIDAY HOMES that provides a sense of security and the freedom to escape the demands of urban life. A successful formula already reflected in their original eco-sustainable development at Lower Mill: http://www.lowermillestate.com/film/ Leave the world behind and enjoy sustainable living at its best: in safety and comfort amid thousands of species, some rare, some common, in the glorious Dorset countryside. • Building plot overlooking lake • Create your own design • Holiday home with 365 day occupancy
Building Plot Silverlake Warmwell Dorset Price: £ 620,000
Dorchester Office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
A substantial Victorian dwelling near the Borough Gardens which offers a bowling green, tennis courts, children's play area, and band stand. This property delightfully exhibits all the typical features and proportions redolent of the era: sash windows, exceptionally high ceilings, spacious accommodation, a marble fireplace. Six generous bedrooms (three with en-suite) contribute to a flexible family home.
Spacious and Flexible Accommodation Perfect Family Home Many Original Features
The partially walled rear garden is perfect for entertaining, and leads to the property's single garage and private parking – an unusual asset for such a central location. .
• Private parking • Garage • Six Bedrooms • Central Dorchester location
Central Dorchester Offers over £650,000 EPC: E
Dorchester Office: 01305 757300 Email: Debbie.turner@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
OSMINGTON Price: £3,000 P.C.M. EPC: Grade II Listed
Spacious and flexible accommodation Perfect family home Many original features
This exquisite period home dates back to the early 19th century and is situated in the heart of this sought after village, which is surrounded by the beautiful Dorset countryside, a perfect sanctuary from a hectic lifestyle. A particular feature of this property is the gardens, which are laid out on several levels with wide lawns, an orchard and a delightful walled garden. This, together with the elegantly proportioned living accommodation contributes, to an incredibly spacious family home with considerable flexibility. Having retained many of its original features including the beautiful open fireplaces, this property is truly delightful
• Heart of sought after village • Many original features • 6 bedrooms • Country style kitchen • Orchard
Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: debbie.turner@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
This brand new town house is situated within the historic Saxon walls of the market town of Wareham, only moments away from the attractive quay. The well-proportioned bedrooms provide first class accommodation for those looking for an ideal family home. The stylish accommodation is finished to an extremely high standard and the contemporary style kitchen / diner makes an excellent space for entertaining and relaxing with friends. The master suite is situated on the second floor and incorporates fitted wardrobes, dressing area and en-suite shower room. Outside there is an enclosed rear garden, garage and parking. • Popular location • Contemporary kitchen • 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms • Garage
Prestigious Development Spacious accommodation Master suite
WESTGATE, WAREHAM Price: £1,200.00 p.c.m. EPC: B
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Badbury Rings Rewind
Saturday 28th May 2016 Friday 27th - camping One night of cool tunes under the moon, in a setting like never before, chill back with like minded souls, under the stars and at the foot of one of Dorset’s coolest iron age settlements. We are inviting you to join us for music, fireworks and a fun family camping night with some of our best musicians and food stalls, kick back in this unique venue, soak up the atmosphere of this special evening of top tunes, bonfires and frivolity, we are up for this fun in the forest, music led, lawn mower racing, foraging fun, graffiti flavoured with a mix of live music to tantalise, a dance tent for the funkier free stylers and many more mischievous expoits you wont want to miss. Tickets £10.00 adults - ealry bird tickets now available for Friday - £15.00 for weekend Kids under 14 go free (Parentel control advised ) Camping included, please be aware there are no washing facilites. It’s back to basics under the hills...
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Lionstar - REGGAE , ROCK, WORLD FUSION Venn FM Hip DJ Crew - FUNKY AND SMOOTH Daniela Rhodes - (Ministry of Sound) Nina Garcia - fiddle extraordinaire Benny wain - FIDDLE extraordinaire FLY YETI FLY - country cool funksters Tom Breeze - SOLO SINGER Danny Sumbler - SOLO SINGER Graffiti artists - Pete Sheridan - Gary Urchin The Deltorers - ROCKING OUT IN DORSET the fox and the owl - BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY VIBE BAND REVOLUTION CLUB - Acid jazz and dance swing on the bus - crazy dj bus for out there tunes hoola cru - hula hoop workshop plus many other cool bands, dancers, fire and poi and much tom foolery for all the family!!
On the Bank Holidays, we’re going to party like it’s the iron age, real ale, good meat, a few vegan treats, some serious howling at the moon, and a whole lot of cool music, we are offering up 500 invites to this special party at the foot of the iron age fort ‘Badbury Rings’ just outside Blandford Forum and Wimborne, the Friday is all about relaxing with friends and family, by the fire, a few tunes, a little forage into the unknown, the Saturday and Sunday see’s music, fireworks, DJ sets from some of Dorset’s finest, and there is even a lawnmower race for those enthusiastic mob at Wimborne Mowers Club (Loonies) This is going to be a nice family vibe, good intentions, chilled out weekend, we are looking to have a cool collection of interesting beings, all under one blanket of South Coast stars, join us for a night to remember and make this the start to a great Summer of fun times, email info@arkadiamags.co.uk to reserve your tickets now – adults £10.00 kids under 14 go free, £5.00 adults Fri Night! Kiddiewinkles free...
Party with us, bring your peace and love, and kick back in your own private idaho.. this is Arkadia Events. Call 01202 676 298 - or email info@arkadiamags.co.uk First come, first serveed hot food and cold cider.. Kids craft tent, foraging, happy house yoga, laughter yoga, meditiation, archeology trips, hula hoop classes, poetry classes, live beautiful chilled tunes, DJ's playing out to the hills, and much much more, a great chance to escape the norm, relax in a unique and fully secure site, all of our classes across the day are with CRB registered traders, Mum and Dan can kick back, kids can have fun all day, to get your tickets for this exclusive party email info@arkadiamags.co.uk with your requested number, first come first served basis!
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Preston Office: 01305 835300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Upwey Nr Weymouth Offers Over £599,950 EPC: D
This charming character cottage, believed to have been built in the 1700s, has been cleverly extended to incorporate the original cottage with a contemporary family room to the rear, bespoke-designed kitchen and further annexe accommodation. The ground floor offers flexible living and, given its three different accesses, would suit a family seeking an annexe for independent living or older children. The garden room to the rear is a beautiful addition with views framing the well-designed rear garden. Situated in this ever-popular village, this truly special family home is nestled away on a sizeable plot, offering the space and sense of countryside-living, yet having the benefit of amenities close by.
• Historic cottage with contemporary twist • Beautifully presented throughout • Front & rear gardens • Off-road parking for several vehicles
Annexe accommodation Village setting close to Dorchester Many original period features
PERIOD CHARM GENEROUS ACCOMMODATION HEART OF POPULAR VILLAGE
Preston office: 01305 835300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
North Manor House is a stunning home that occupies an enviable location on the edge of this understandably well-regarded village. Built in 2010, the house has been thoughtfully designed to fit beautifully with the narrative of its glorious surroundings of 1.75 acres. Modern touches such as HDMI, surround sound cabling and underfloor heat recovery system are integrated into over 4,000 sq. foot of spacious accommodation. All Velux windows are electric and have rain sensors. The spacious accommodation presents beautifully throughout, with all five bedrooms having en-suite bathrooms or shower rooms. There is an extended triple garage and plenty of parking; the ground and parking are all secured by electric gates.
• Over 4,000 square ft of accomodation • Set in 1.75 acres • Cinema room/study • Five double bedrooms (all en-suite) • Master suite with dressing room & bathroom
Upwey Offers over £1,250,000 EPC: C
Large family room with two further reception rooms Village setting close to Dorchester & Weymouth Large kitchen/family room with bi-fold doors
Preston Office: 01305 835300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Three en-suite facilities & further shower room Private gated development Three/four bedrooms
This wonderfully contemporary town house is situated in Bowleaze Coveway, which is, understandably, one of the most popular locations in the area. Compelling sea and country views can be enjoyed from the two balconies which are accessed from the sitting room and the master bedroom. The impressive master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and stylish built-in wardrobes. There are two further bedrooms on this level both with en-suites. The gardens to the rear have been beautifully landscaped and are terraced to enjoy the last of the evening sun
• Breath-taking sea & country views • Contemporary seafront town house • Elegantly designed over 3 floors • Landscaped, private rear garden • Sophisticated surround-sound system
Bowleaze Coveway Preston Weymouth £775,000 EPC: B
Preston Office: 01305 835300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
This delightful charming, old vicarage is well located close to the coast in popular Preston, having been lovingly restored and maintained with fine character features including flagstone flooring and exposed beams within impressively proportioned accommodation. There are two welcoming reception rooms, as well as a separate study. A farmhouse-style kitchen with solid timber units and flagstone flooring, and even an original bread oven, offers an appealing space for entertaining, with patio doors opening to the garden. The rear garden has a sunny patio with a pretty outlook over the beautifully maintained level rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees, shrubs and pretty decorative borders. There is plenty of space for entertaining and easy access to the gravel parking area which offers parking for several vehicles. • Charming character • Impressive & well-proportioned accommodation • Close to the coast • Four bedrooms (en-suite facility to master)
Farmhouse style kitchen Adjoining breakfast room Level enclosed garden
Preston Nr Weymouth Guide Price £435,000 EPC: Exempt (Grade II Listed)
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The Compasses Inn Damerham .
The Compasses Inn has been enjoying great events for over 400 years. 2016 is no exception. In June we host The Dam Fine Affair. An eclectic mix of live music, camping, wheel barrow race, splendid food and drink and much more taking place on The Sports Field under canvas
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17th-19th JUNE. FINE MUSIC. FINE ALES. FINE COMPANY. WEEKEND CAMPING.
DAMERHAM SPORTS FIELD. This family run Inn boasts 5 en-suite rooms, 2 self-contained cottages, an incredible chef, a spacious green oak conservatory and a very warm welcome. Our 2 bars include 4 real ales, over 20 gins, more than 30 whiskies, lashings of rum and a hand picked wine list. .
We are situated in a fine village in fine country. Ideal for all country pursuits being located between Cranbourne Chase and The New Forest. Yet we are still only 9 miles from Salisbury.
The Compasses Inn, East End, Damerham, Hampshire, SP6 3HQ, 01725 518 231
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A very beautiful rare model! It has 2 serving hatches and a ‘grooms’ door (which also has a drop down counter) is higher, wider and more robust than the standard model. The interior has been professionally converted by Towability; stainless steel counters, walls & wall mounted food containers, spotlights, 2 sinks, water heater, 2 fridges, electric hook up and sockets, 5* food hygiene rating. Mechanically reliable and passed the MOT in June. New leather seats. Full respray. Fire extinguishers, water containers and a variety of electric cables for hook up to 16/32 amp and standard socket are included.It has only done 15,660 Km and engine size is just under 2 litre. At present it has an Electrofreeze CS4 soft serve machine fitted – this would be an extra £3,000 (£6,000 new, only used for 14 months and still under warranty) – it can be used for frozen yogurt or ice cream. Any other equipment could easily be fitted. An injury forces sale so I'm very sad to see it go - I have a website and social media sites which could be transferred if you arkadia magazine should wish to keep the business name. Everything ready to start your own business immediately! Please contact me for more information - I look forward to hearing from you.
Portrait of Kathryn by Lucy Mooney.
Kathryn working on title painting 'Contemplation' in her studio
Kathryn Thomas invites you to contemplate... Kathryn has chosen to title her new exhibition, ‘Contemplation – what do you think you can see' a tidy link between the thoughts stirred in her by a recent visit to Cuba and those she hopes her paintings conjure in her viewers. For 30 years, Kathryn has been producing highly emotive oil paintings which have ranged in their intensity from thunderously dramatic to quietly soft, the only constant being her refusal to tell the viewer what she wishes them to see. This theme continues through the upcoming exhibition, which we can see developing already, having snuck in to her Studio near Poole Quay. DN: So this exhibition is called 'Contemplation' but why the question, 'what do you think you can see?'
you do have to be prepared for honesty! But as my paintings hopefully evoke positive feelings it was a bit of a surprise that someone saw a devil with horns but the winner has to be an ultrasound of a rabbit embryo. Both paintings sold so I don't know if this is something I should try and include in future paintings! Kathryn paints and exhibits in the Studio, West Quay House, part of the Arthur Bray Yard on the waterfront between the old Poole Lifting Bridge and the Twin Sails Bridge. She's been in her studio here for 5 years and feels totally at home having relocated from the busy Spike Island studios complex in Bristol. "I love painting in my studio - I have a view over the yard towards the waterfront so I appreciate the stunning sunsets we're seeing at the moment. It's particularly helpful when I'm struggling to resolve an area of a painting that's not working. It's amazing the number of times I look out of the window and see the answer - right there. My work has always been eclectic, and this exhibition takes the best bits from Cuba along with the inspiration I get right here on our Dorset doorstep".
KT: Hmm, It's not meant to be clever or arty, just a bit playful actually, acknowledging the number of visitors who when they share with me what they can see in my paintings, tell me they can see animals, in particular horses and also ballerinas & dancers.
From what we can see of the twenty or so works in progress, some are more suggestive than others but her aim is that viewers immerse themselves into the painting, spending time contemplating and finally allow themselves to express their vision. And are they right in what that vision is?
DN: Ok, so what's the most surprising thing that has been seen in your paintings?
KT: Well, of course they are – all of them
KT: It is fascinating hearing what others can see and
At the time of going to print none of the 'Contemplation' paintings are ready for publication.
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'Contemplation' work in progress in Kathryn's Dirty Studio.
'Return' oil on linen 91 x 122cm £3,250 These two paintings are from Kathryn's previous collection 'Kaleidoscopic' and can be seen, on request, at the Studio during 'Contemplation what do you think you can see'…if still available. ‘Contemplation ' what do you think you can see' opens on Sunday 1st May 2016 at The Studio, West Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1HT and runs daily for 2 weeks until Sunday 15th May. Come along any time between 11:00am and 5:00pm with a readiness to look, think and tell Kathryn what you think you can see.
www.kathryn-thomas.co.uk Studio 11, Arthur Bray Yard 'Kaleidoscopic' oil on linen 91 x 183cm £3,950
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'Contemplation' work begins in Kathryn's Dirty Studio
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Interview - Danny Nash Creation - Mr & Mrs Barnes Having seen this incredible picture above on social media, I decided I needed to know more, so I went in search of the artistic gang who decided to have a go at this incredible artwork, we speak to quirky or should that be 'qwerty' husband and wife team, Darren and Tammie Barnes about this incredible creation. The idea came to make a mosaic using keyboard keys, as they were an everyday item but not one that was used often in an artistic context. After a lot of searching, arkadia magazine a picture of Mabel our daughter
was settled upon as it was an image which would be universally recognisable and also had a nice expression on the face on the original, and would lead to a representation of a soft, rounded form using square key pixels. The original idea was to find 8 shades of keyboard keys, and an edited version of the image was made in Photoshop to suit these key shades, but as soon as we started searching in the real world it was apparent that finding precise shades wasn’t an option, so instead
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we changed tack, and collected as many keyboards of different colours as possible - buying them in boxes of broken keyboards from eBay, removing the keys and grouping them together, eventually ending up with 22 different grades of key, with thousands of keys, and we settled on an image size of 70 x 55 tiles. Matching the keys to the image was done by a programme written in Processing - the programme takes in the original monochrome image (with many levels of grey) as well as a list of the available key
colours and amounts. It then finds the best matches for each tone of pixel from this information. Once complete, the programme then generates a reconstructed image using the key colours, and a grid of numbers which represent the keys for each column. The keys were then fixed to the wooden ‘canvas’ one column at a time, a process which was time consuming, but rewarding as the image appeared column-bycolumn over a period of several days arkadia magazine
Preston Office: 01305 835300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Osmington£1,500,000 (including Coach House) EPC: EXEMPT (Grade II listed)
A beautiful Regency Grade II Listed residence understood to have been built in 1815. Having attractive rendered elevations, the house has two magnificent rounded bays with curved sash windows each side of the front door; set within grounds of just under 1 acre. Elegantly proportioned rooms with some delightful cornicing, fine sash windows, and many with attractive fireplaces. The present owners have sympathetically renovated and extended the house, which is readily evident in its impressive presentation. The accommodation includes a superb bespoke kitchen with gas-fired Aga. There is also a two bedroom coach house with its own road access; perfect for visiting family or to provide an income. .
• A secluded position near the coast • Elegantly proportioned rooms • Five bedrooms (3 en-suite facilities) • Bespoke kitchen with Aga
Coach house with excellent accommodation Double garage Just under 1 acre
Dorchester office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Carefully and sensitively maintained by the current owners, this is a generous family home with warm hamstone elevations, timber beams, appealing stone mullion windows, elegant and spacious reception rooms and wellproportioned bedrooms. Of particular note is the farm-house style kitchen which is a wonderfully warm and welcoming room, together with the expansive dining room. The sitting room has a cosy multi-fuel burner, there is a sunroom cleverly positioned to take advantage of the stunning rural setting with French doors to the magnificent garden which frames the property.
• 4 bedrooms • 3 reception rooms • Huge kitchen and larder • Tandem garage and off-street parking
Magical views Beautifully tended garden Grade II listed
East Stoke Stoke Sub Hamdon TA14 £ 498,000 EPC: Exempt
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DORSET £260,000 EPC: EXEMPT (Grade II Listed)
A charming Grade II listed cottage which is understood to have been built in the 1700s and has been in the same family for at least three generations. Located in the centre of this riverside town, the property has three double bedrooms and a delightful private, walled, courtyard garden.
In the heart of an historic Saxon town Charming 18th century cottage Privately owned for 3 generations
Within the heart of the town, it is a short distance to all that this historic riverside location has to offer including the quay, ancient Saxon walls, eclectic shops and famous independent cinema. The property is less than 1 mile to mainline railway link for London/Waterloo and equidistant to the larger towns of Poole and Dorchester.
• Town centre location • 3 double bedrooms • Within the walls of Wareham • Private walled courtyard garden • Close to mainline railway link
Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
An extremely well-presented, two double bedroom apartment in this ever-popular coastal town. Within walking distance of the town’s north beach, the property is perfectly located. On the ground floor of a stylish development, the apartment is surprisingly spacious and light. There is resident and visitor parking and a well-maintained communal garden. The seaside town of Swanage is famous for its Steam Railway, sandy beaches and Durlston Country Park. It has an eclectic array of shops and restaurants and Studland Beach and chain link ferry to Bournemouth are within easy reach by car or bus. The perfect ‘down-size’ or ‘get-away-from-it-all’ holiday home. • Close to beach • Well-presented apartment • Ground floor location • 2 double bedrooms (ensuite facility) • Resident and visitor parking
Coastal location Surprisingly spacious apartment Communal gardens
SWANAGE DORSET Price: £280,000 EPC: C
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Raw talent
The tale of the taking... We love spotting new talent, so we grabbed hold of this young lady 'Donna Challinor, for a chat into what has been driving her latest work, and how she goes about her craft:, Growing up in Dorset I have been very lucky enough to witness and visit beautiful locations. I have always seen beauty in our coastline and towns, and always thought 'that would be a lovely photo'. So around a year and a half ago I bought my first camera to see if I could maybe capture what my eyes and mind saw, I have never looked back! I love photography, mainly landscape, I do find that I not only end up with an image of what I saw but looking back at the shots I've taken, I've found that I have captured what I felt at that particular location. Dorset is a beautiful backdrop to any image. I am self-taught, because courses I have looked into have been during my working hours, and I have found getting out there with my camera has resulted in a huge learning curve for me, as I’ve found I picked up on mistakes, and also my achievements, constantly learning my tools and my skill set. I have recently put some of my work on various social media websites and pages and have been overwhelmed by the response, it's a great feeling when your photos are liked by people who share the love for this area and also by people wanting to visit. I have been very lucky to come across some great photographers locally that have given me advice along the way too. There's a lovely sense of community spirit in Dorset. It's not all about just that one shot to me, it's about taking time to breathe in the air around you or take in the beautiful afterglow after sunset over Poole bay‌ Chilling for a moment, at one with nature and its surroundings. There is nothing better. I grew up on Portland and am now living in Poole, every day I appreciate the area
surrounding us and can't wait to get out there after work and capture new moments in time. I feel privileged to live in such a stunning county, and will never tire of visiting the same places as much as I can't wait to explore and find new places with my camera. Arkadia have been a huge support to me and my photography at the beginning of my venture. For that I am truly thankful.
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Photography: What it means to me. (Words and images - Sarah Broome.) When I was asked to write about my photography by the lovely Danny Nash for this magazine, I was thrilled. Then it dawned on me that I would have to write about myself! What does one write without sounding like they're blowing they're own trumpet! So I asked myself the question: What does Photography mean to me? I first picked up a camera at the age of 5 whilst my family and I were living in Australia, I can still remember the occasion: it was a beautiful evening and my Mum, Dad and I were on the balcony of our top floor apartment watching the sunset. Dad was a keen photographer and was taking photos, he handed the camera to me to have a go. Fast forward to 40 years on and my love for photography has grown. The seed had been sown.
Photography allows me to escape into my own world from everyday stresses, at the risk of sounding corny, it is and has been my saviour. Even when I was unable to use my right arm after a nasty accident I still made use of the camera on my phone. Those were dark days for me but photography helped. It let me escape the pain mentally. In fact those images were used for my final participation in Dorset Art Weeks. I wouldn’t describe myself as a professional, far from it; I prefer “enthusiastic amateur”, enthusiastic being the operative word! I don’t tend to plan trips for days or even weeks prior to going out with a camera. I like to be spontaneous. I don’t use clever apps to determine where the sun might rise or set. I do, however, try to get different view points so can often be seen on my hands and knees with my bum in the air. As one fellow photographer friend said once, the classic Sarah Broome position! As for my “style”, should a photographer have just one style? I like to experiment, be creative, sometimes different. I adore black & white images, they have so much depth if done well. The drama in a black & white image can be amazing. It will always be my first choice when editing my images after a shoot. Maybe that’s the influence of the great Ansel Adams on me. The grittiness, the truth, and the rawness; that, for me, is what photography is about.
Wanderlust Mention ‘Wanderlust’ to most, and eyes reach up to the ceiling, to dreamlike thoughts of bohemian travel and wistful spirits. Its term has also been quietly linked to an unsettled mind and restless nature. Dorset’s Street and Documentary Photographer Jodie House agrees, for her, its both. “I have had wanderlust since I can remember. I used to be glued to 1970’s TV travel show ‘Wish You Were Here’ where Judith Chalmers brought me images of the world through our black and white telly in my home in deepest Dorset. I would dream of leaving. I also took a lot photographs. I was lucky that my grandma was a compulsive photographer. Each visit we eat custard creams in her Dorchester home and thumb through her albums of travels, the war and family faces. I was always excited to watch her send rolls of 35mm film off to TruePrint.
This compulsion to photograph was in the genes and Jodie, a self-taught photographer, is now a committed social and street photographer. On a shoestring budget, manages to arrive in corners of the world quietly observing and capturing single image stories. “I am drawn to narrative. Whether its between people and their places, or colours or even as simple as how light hits a building. I want to tell stories, often of people and places that are misrepresented or marginalised in society. I value truths, and feel that my genre of photography celebrates the world in that way. Dorset is my home and is safe. I am so lucky to live here. Every now and again I need to give my restless mind a nod and take myself away. It’s like a retreat for my ADHD. Wanderlust just sounds much prettier!” Jodie’s images have documented lives in NYC, The Bronx, Las Vegas, many European cities – most recently Budapest, and Britain’s seaside towns, from Weymouth to Liverpool. Her next adventure is a road trip to California in March 2016. Twitter: Jodie House @JodieWhyteMedia Instagram: Jodie House @JodieHousePhotography
Multi Layered, Multi Talented.
We chat with Stephen Yates. On social media, it says about me that “I enjoy lying down on the tops of mountains”… Usually because I have either walked or ran up them first! This deep passion of mine, leads to participation in journeys across both land and water and I see it as part of the ‘human condition’. The perspective of the landscape is greatly altered by walking up local hilltops, many occupied by ancient ancestors. West Dorset has more than its fair share of outcrops and coastal cliffs along the Jurassic Coast. I have lived in West Dorset for over thirty years now and never cease to be amazed at its simple stunning beauty. My recent move earlier this year to live by the Sea on Portland, has impacted greatly on both my artwork and photography. The ‘Interrogating Landscapes Project’ organised through Dorset Visual Arts is now in its third year and my artwork has changed and evolved throughout this time. This way of working collaboratively with other Artists in the same location, has made me investigate different approaches and see different avenues of exploration, hopefully creating a ‘sense of place’. My Artwork expresses the concept of a different period and time in History too, watercolours and acrylics painted in diffused light conditions at night… exploring the spiritual nature of this area of outstanding natural beauty. The effect is to try and create a depth and understanding of the ancient Wessex Way, and to try and form a sense of belonging to that place. My many outcomes in acrylics have all been as a result of a walk through this landscape, much like the Cerne Abbas Giant is walking along the hillside in Dorset. I recently embarked on a new project called ‘The Great Stare’, based around Milton Abbey and is a restoration and reconstruction of Capability Brown’s Beautiful Landscape and interested in the age and archeology of this unique Dorset landscape and the impact on the natural environment in the last five hundred years of habitation. I finally now have the opportunity to spend most of my time being ‘creative’, following a long and fascinating teaching career in Art, Design and Technology. Ever since my early days growing up in a visually vibrant industrial part of West Yorkshire I have been in ‘awe’ of other artists such as Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth, who both lived a ‘stones throw’ away. I still have vivid memories of the whole class staring at me as my Head teacher came into the old school room carrying some red and pink roses he had grown in his own garden, and a box of new Oil Pastels! I have always felt from an early age that I had a ‘gift’. Recently my artwork is influenced by both John Piper and Peter Lanyon, who use ‘layering’ as a technique in their style of painting. I look at the world through my images, artwork and photography, carefully creating a record or map out my early thoughts in sketchbooks and use photography as a way of sketching too. Larger scale work is executed in watercolours, and acrylics and reflects my journey and emotions. Interrogating this landscape near my new home on Portland, is already leading to much larger work. Exhibitions include: Dorset Art Weeks 2012 and 2014 Open Studio, Bridport Open Studios, Attic Gallery Broadwindsor Craft Centre , Gallery 54 Mayfair, London and Slade Arts Centre, Gillingham, Dorset. ‘Quick Draw Painting Event’ for launch of Dorset Art Weeks 2014. Custard Pudding Gallery, Shepton Mallet. Both Shaftesbury and Bridport Arts Centres, Art@Eype 2015 , ‘What Artist’s Do’ Interrogating Landscapes Exhibition at the Old Timber Yard West Bay and Beaminster Festival 2013 and 2015.
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Spacemen and wooden castles
This man has it all, a lot of charm, gracious enigma and buckets of talent, so we'd thought it best to get him to come and play at our party at Badbury Rings on the 28th May - here is just a little insight into what you can expect from this lyrical, life loving, 'alien' expecting singer song writer... Danny Sumber. "I was born in Brighton, in old Albion before moving here to the West Country many a moon ago. My dad is from the north, my mum is from the south, and I have lived both east and west. There is Gypsy in our blood so it is little surprise. Most early memories involve music, so my inspiration began with my parent’s old record collection, of which I delved into with a huge rush of inner magic; it felt like home. I do however believe that magic is there in all children, and there is nothing better than the arts to nurture rather than condition it, so I feel it was a natural calling complimented with earthly things. When I was a child, strangers used to give me gifts. This made me curious of others compassion and kindness, which IS music to me. Then I realised when I got older how beautiful my mum was and still is, so I feel that attention may not have been all for me! However, much was genuine and it made me think deeply as a nipper. My best friend of 5 at the time knew I loved the Scalextric he got that Christmas, so when he and his parents went away for a weekend, he asked them if I could have the Scalextric to play with until he returned. Oh, the hearts of children. I saw past the grubby mouth and snotty nose; I still do.. These memories inspire me and I put those into my art, with spaceships thrown in, because they are truth to me, like my father coaching my childhood football team: The laughter and the giggles, which was mostly aimed just at my legs. Memories of my mother going out to buy me a wooden castle. She had already bought me some Knights in armour of which I thought were spacemen. We had little money but much love, so it was important to me. I tried to go to sleep while she was at the toy shop so the time would go by quicker. I am much the same now, when I have a new guitar arriving, or particularly a glass of wine. I still have that castle, and I still have those hopes. I paint too, which has been described as 'outsider' or visionary art. I've also written two books: same expressions, different mediums; it keeps a monkey mind like myself from becoming bored."
My creations, bio and testimonials from Johnny Cash's ex producer are here: www.dannysumbler.wix.com/sounds
Artsreach is springing up all across Dorset! Hot off the press and available now, Artsreach’s new spring programme is packed with around 70 professional performances set to take place in village halls right across Dorset between now and Easter… Also, Artsreach Director Ian Scott retired at Christmas after 25 years as director of the county’s popular and successful rural arts programme. Stepping in to his shoes is Caroline Corfe, who took up the position on 1st January. “It’s my dream job,” she says. “I am so pleased to be coming back to Dorset. I love the landscape and the heritage. I love to walk and paint. I have so many friends here. It feels like coming home.” For music lovers, a real medley of styles and genres is on offer this spring. Featuring Mabon’s Jamie Smith and Oliver Wilson-Dickson, Welsh folk trio Alaw draw upon their wealth of experience for a true musical journey, while Tom ‘Spats’ Langham and Hot Fingers explore the origin of acoustic blues, joined by talented vocalist Emily Campbell, returning following their five-night sell out Dorset tour in 2013. The partnership between Artsreach and The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra continues, with a serenade concert by The Resonate Strings and the contemporary ensemble Kokoro performing works inspired by Purcell, and Messiaen’s extraordinary ‘Quartet for the End of Time’. Folk duo Ninebarrow and gypsy-swing band Moscow Drug Club continue their tours following high demand in the autumn, whilst extraordinary clarinetist Susi Evans and the London Klezmer Quartet give one special concert in January. Multi-instrumentalist Vera Van Heeringen and her trio
will deliver an evening of American country inspired tunes and sizzling London-based Latin jazz band Heads South make their Artsreach debut. We are excited also to be welcoming Zulu Tradition to the County, with a heady mix of African harmonies, athletic dance, drums and colourful costumes that’s sure to be a real highlight of the season. We are sure there will be several onstage highlights this season too, with much-loved Artsreach performers returning to the circuit. Forest Forge give a final performance of their magical family show ‘Hansel & Gretel’, whilst Cornish star Dave Mynne dons his cape once more for a skillful one-man adaptation of Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’ – expect to be thrilled and seduced! Dorset’s Tim Laycock and Colin Thompson present a dramatic and musical celebration of the life of William Barnes in ‘The Year Clock’, while acclaimed company Farnham Maltings offer two theatrical treats this season; based on the hit film the company use their inimitable style to present the magic of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ then, later in the season, return with ‘The Iranian Feast’, their hugely popular play with food, song and dance from the heart of Persia. As well as the fantastic family show by Forest Forge, Artsreach have three delightful shows for children aged 4+ touring during the February half-term. The UK’s top puppet company PuppetCraft are back with the mischievous super-hero ‘Monkey’, their show inspired by the great Chinese story. Then Angel Heart & Rattlebox continue their Nordic adventure with ‘Freya
– A Viking Saga’; expect dunderheaded giants and boisterous gods. Both shows have associated workshops but with limited places so do enquire when booking. Lastly, in a show packed with beautiful puppets, illusion and amazing experiments, Light Theatre present the tale of Jack and ‘The Magic Beanstalk’.
The wonderfully agile and acrobatic string quartet Bowjangles bring ‘On the Box’ to four venues early in the season; expect the usual mix of exhilarating dance routines, rousing songs and exceptional musicianship! Storyteller Malcolm Green shares stories of his time on an uninhabited Icelandic island, accompanied by extraordinary musician and entertainer Tim Dalling in Shearwater. The duo of deception Morgan & West bring another brilliant show packed with jaw-dropping, brain bursting feats of magic in ‘Parlour Tricks’. Expect love, loss, drama, humour and twists in ‘The Forbidden Door’, a brand-new show by the musicians and storyteller of The Devil’s Violin. Blurring the boundaries of dance, acrobatics, theatre and circus, Joli Vyann present an energetic and thought-provoking show exploring our dependence on technology. Expect a visually stunning and exciting performance from this emerging South West company.
This is just a taster of everything happening around Dorset with Artsreach this spring. Full details including individual box office numbers are on www.artsreach.co.uk and outlets where you can pick up a copy of the programme include libraries, arts centres and tourist information centres. You can also find Artsreach on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with the latest news.
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Fish and Ships 2016
Portland Marina will host its third Fish & Ships Festival at Osprey Quay this April, celebrating all that is good about Dorset, on, off and below the sea. Great food and drink from Dorset’s finest and an opportunity to see what goes on down at the marina, as they throw open their doors to the public over this weekend of food, fun, watersports and live music. The ‘Ships’ element will have new and used boats for sale, run by Cove Yacht Brokerage and Winner Yachts, watersports demos, including paddle boarding (OTC) and gig rowing (Portland GIGs), trips out on the water with Quality Time and Finns Up, all things chandlery with Apollo Marine and Skin Deep explaining the allure of diving in these crystal clear waters. There will also be some very special historic boats to look over, ranging from WWII Harbour Defence Launch to Training Ships, if we’re lucky. Other local companies, such as Andrew Simpson Sailing Academy, the RNLI and Coastwatch are all involved in encouraging youngsters to take to the sea, or indeed to train/ re-train and work in the Marine Industry. IPACA will display bass boats that the youngsters build with Sunseeker, also based at Osprey Quay. Dorset is a food rich county and you will be able to enjoy food samples and demos from the Crab House, as Nigel Bloxham shows us twenty ways with an oyster, plus fresh fish, game & shellfish distributors, local farmers, cider makers, artisan
bakers, chocolate artists and fresh baked pizza from wood fired ovens – the list is long - come hungry and go home happy. Start with a Dorset Coffee and finish with a Dark Matters brownie. The newly opened waterfront bar The Boat that Rocks will be providing quality themed hot food over the weekend and run a programme of live music. Community radio station AirFM will be bringing their road show on Saturday and Sunday, with competitions and fun for all the family, from crab catching, to Rove exploration with SALT. There will be live music on Saturday evening from local band Shooter and we’re hoping for a re-visit from Weymouth Yukelalians on the Sunday, with a special guest appearance of the New Forest Morgan and Harley Davidson associations – they look fabulous along the waterfront. Put the date in your diary now, come by sea if you wish to enjoy the fabulous food and stay late, or book in for the weekend and enjoy all the live music, food demos and watersports. With huge thanks to our loyal sponsors; Dean & Reddyhoff, SALT, Coleman Insurance, Cove Yacht Brokers & Swift Signs, Arkadia Magazines for coverage. For more info please contact: Penny HopkinsPenny@thephysicalpr.co.uk 07901 573365
Dorset’s brightest Colour Run is back!!!
Weldmar have now launched their annual Colour Run and have made it even bigger for 2016. After the amazing success of Dorset’s first Colour Run in 2015, organisers have been working hard to ensure that this year’s event is bigger and better. In 2015, over 1,000 people of all ages took part in this colourful family event, which was the first of its kind in Dorset. Over £60,000 was raised from the event with positive feedback contributing to the planning and expansion of the event for this year.
and colleagues are all invited to take part in the event. Registration for adults over 16 years is £18, children aged 5-15 pay just £11 and under 5s run for free. All participants over 5 years of age are supplied with a white t-shirt. 100% of participants who completed feedback forms in 2015 said they enjoyed the event and would take part again.
The day starts with a fun warm up session before runners are let loose on the route, where they are encouraged to run, jog, walk, skip or dance through showers of colour before making their way back Weldmar have arranged for the Colour Run to to Lodmoor Country Park for an afternoon of live take place over the whole weekend of 16th and entertainment. Matt said “Once again this year we 17th April - so even more people can take part. The will have live local music throughout the afternoon 4km route, which starts and finishes and Lodmoor along with delicious food and drink on sale. The Country Park in Weymouth, sees participants runafternoons of the event really are like a mini festival. ning through various colour stations where their sparkling clean white t-shirt, supplied by Weldmar, is Everyone is happy, relaxed and having a great time, whilst supporting Weldmar.” covered in brightly coloured powder paint. Holding the event over two days allows at least 2,000 people Weldmar Hospicecare is an independent local to take part, with the option to expand this even charity that provides high quality care, love and more. support throughout Dorset. This care is provided free of charge to patients and their loved ones Matt Smith, Colour Run Event Manager, said “We in the comfort of patients own homes, through were amazed by the response we had in 2015. It wellbeing services across Dorset or as inpatients in was a brand new event for Dorset, and we didn’t know how the public would react. However we were Joseph Weld Hospice in Dorchester. stunned with the fantastic feedback we received and Last year Weldmar had to close registrations early the demand to make the event bigger and better for 2016. This year we will have at least two runs, one for the Colour Run due to the event being full. To register visit www.weld-hospice.org.uk/colour or on the Saturday and one on the Sunday, however phone 01305 261800. Volunteers are also required we can build on this even more if we need to. The and are encouraged to contact Weldmar on 01305 Colour Run is all about having fun and having a 261800. great time. Two things which we can guarantee for 2016.” A video of the Colour Throw at the end of last year’s Colour Run can be viewed at https://www.youtube. The Colour Run is open to all ages with no com/watch?v=VW_0MK6NxXQ minimum or maximum age limit. Families, friends
Weldmar Hospicecare Trust cares for patients with cancer and other progressive conditions, such as motor neurone disease, who require specialist help. Patients in north, south and west Dorset have a seamless service, whether they require care and advice in the comfort of their own homes, in the Wellbeing Centres or the inpatient unit at Joseph Weld Hospice. - Registered Charity No. 1000414
Visit www.purbeckartweeks.co.uk Purbeck Art Weeks’ (PAW) vibrant annual community arts Festival takes place from 28 May to 12 June 2016. The Festival brings together local artists, community groups and schools to celebrate and share with visitors all forms of art and performance in Purbeck. ‘Dream Flags’ created by Community Groups and Schools in Purbeck supported by DOMVS.
The theme for this year’s Festival is Midsummer Dreams, which has inspired local artist Gina Marshall and her winning image Dreamers on Swanage Beach selected for this year’s PAW brochure cover. Another talent to be celebrated is that of Grace Lovelass, a budding opera singer who has won a John Flower bursary award presented by PAW. The bursary will help Grace develop her training and hoped for professional career. PAW bursaries are available to help artists in all disciplines take the next step in developing their talents. At the heart of the PAW Festival, Rollington Barn near Corfe Castle hosts an exhibition displaying the works of all the PAW artists and local schools that have been involved in PAW supported workshops. Throughout Purbeck, the Festival’s many participating artists enthusiastically open their studios and galleries, showcasing to visitors their latest creations and many providing live demonstrations. Marking the start of the PAW Festival in the seaside town of Swanage, local schools and community groups unveil their outdoor ‘Swirls of Fish’ art installation for people to enjoy. The PAW community project ‘Dream Flags’ created by a collaboration groups and schools will be on display throughout Purbeck. Inspired by the Tibetan prayer flags, festive displays of colourful bunting with participant’s hopes, dreams and wishes can be admired. The Festival boasts a full interactive events programme with of over 15 live performances, concerts and talks in churches, community venues and some of Purbeck’s finest country houses., Launching on Saturday 28 May, PAW will host an international visit at the Swanage School from acclaimed Cuatro Puntos as well as Helen & Charlotte Ostafew and friends . The concert ‘Flowers of Peace’ will be a unique cross cultural programme and is dedicated to musicians everywhere who try and bring harmony where there is strife. The festival also includes folk songs and readings entitled Dorset Words take Wing, workshops and concerts by The Fieri Consort, world-class brass musicians performing the
Gina Marshall and her winning picture for front of the 'Festival Brochure'
best of the brass repertoire, and celebrations of Shakespeare’s 400th Anniversary with one of world’s most accomplished and innovative vocal ensembles, Stile Antico. There will be a range of illustrated talks by local experts, including the colourful history of Dunshay Manor. So it’s time to put PAW 2016 dates in your diaries and decide which events you would like to attend! The central exhibition at Rollington Barn and artists open studios are free to visit, and try to purchase your tickets in advance for all PAW 2016 events so as not to be disappointed. For more information please visit www.purbeckartweeks. co.uk, pick up your free PAW festival brochure and purchase your events programme by visiting the Wareham or Swanage Tourist Information Centres.
Annie Lovelass ‘Midsummer Dreaming’ Dino the Dinosaur outdoor mural unveiled in 2015, made by young people in PAW workshops - to be joined by ‘Swirls of Fish’ outdoor art installation in Swanage 2016.
Don’t miss the launching event on Saturday 28 May 2016, when PAW will host at Swanage School a collaborative concert joining cultures and peoples including an international visit from acclaimed Cuatro Puntos
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Moira Purver ‘Midsummer Reverie’
Dorchester office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
A perfect opportunity to combine ‘town and country’ with a wonderfully spacious elegant home of over 3,500 ft2, complete with 2.75 acres including paddocks and tennis court – and yet just 1 ½ miles away from the centre of Dorchester in this smallest of villages where Hardy’s heart is buried in the churchyard. The accommodation does not disappoint with a generous kitchen/family room with Aga opening onto an extensive terrace – from which both the dining room, drawing room and Amdega conservatory also have access. There is also a study and practical utility room on the ground floor as well as six bedrooms, and three bathrooms on the first and second floors.
Tennis court and stables Approx 2.75 acres Perfect family home
Outside there is tremendous space for a family with newly completed stables for the four-footed variety and a play area for the two-footed! Gardens are attractively landscaped and the view from the terrace takes in the paddocks; there is also a smaller walled courtyard ideal for the hot tub. Considerable parking for boats, horsebox etc. as well as a large double garage . • Six bedrooms/Three bathrooms • Over 3,500 ft2 • Huge kitchen/family room with Aga • Amdega conservatory & extensive terrace
Stinsford Dorchester Offers over £ 900,000
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Dorchester office: 01305 757300 Email: stuart.bramley@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Dorchester Milton Road £ 495,000 EPC: To be confirmed
A beautifully positioned detached house (one of two to be built) on the edge of this ever-popular village overlooking its own large garden and small paddock. Sensitively designed, the elevations are carefully chosen to blend in with the Dorset vernacular and offer tradition combined with modernity to provide a wellplanned home. Features include a kitchen/breakfast room with French doors leading to the patio and a cosy wood-burner in the sitting room for those cooler evenings. Practical considerations include an en-suite shower room to the main bedroom and good size family bathroom; there is also a ground floor cloakroom. A wonderfully large garden and paddock complete the picture.
10 year Premier Guarantee Garden and Small paddock Rural views Single garage • One of two new-build properties • 4 bedrooms (ensuite facility) • Cosy woodburner in sitting room • Gas fired underfloor heating
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Preston Office: 01305 835300 Email: charlotte.jones@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Located on Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast, Sylvan Brae is an exciting new development on the south side of Weymouth. The apartments and maisonettes offer stunning views of Portland and the surrounding coastline. Built by local tradesmen using traditional materials, this luxurious development is set in a wooded cul-de-sac with dedicated parking for all residents. Each apartment and maisonette has been finished to exacting standards, featuring contemporary kitchens and ceramic tiling or carpets throughout. Each of the properties also has an en-suite facility as well as a family bathroom. There is a large open plan kitchen/reception area. • Six three bedroom apartments • Two three bedroom maisonettes (one ground floor with en-suite) • Stylish kitchens • All with outside space Inc. Large balconies and private gardens
Some with far-reaching sea views Wooded cul-de-sac setting Contemporary open-plan living Luxurious finish
Sylvan Brae Weymouth Dorset From £365,000 (65% already sold off-plan) EPC: B
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Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
SWANAGE DORSET Guide Price £345,000 EPC: C A wonderful period town house, one of just five unique elevated Edwardian terraces known as ‘The Chalets’ and located in this renowned seaside town. Set over three floors, the property is an eclectic mix of vintage charm with a modern twist and has been lovingly enhanced by the present owner, an award-winning Saatchi-shortlisted artist. This property really is one of a kind. The property has four bedrooms, three reception rooms, a veranda and bedroom with sea views, close proximity to the town centre, beaches and Swanage’s famous steam railway. A perfect family home or ideal holiday bolt-hole.
Views towards the sea and downs Walking distance of town centre • Unique period town house • Original features • 4/5 bedrooms • Garage rental nearby • Veranda and balcony
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Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
Wareham Dorset EPC: TBC Renaissance Retirement’s ‘Fleur de Lis’ is the first new build development of its kind within the walls of Wareham for over 20 years and has attracted extensive interest. Located on Pound Lane, just a short walk from the shops, tea rooms and restaurants in Wareham, as well as stunning walks along the river Frome. The 21 luxury apartments will feature one and two bedroom homes which have been designed to offer an independent lifestyle. Ideally suited to downsizers and those seeking to maintain a quality standard of independent living, each of the properties is connected to emergency call systems and 24-hour security, as well as an on-site concierge who is on hand to assist. A lavish owners’ drawing room and guest suite are also accessible to all owners. All buyers will benefit from Renaissance’s complimentary SmoothMove service, which is designed to ease the pressures, stress and cost of moving home. New owners receive expertise and support from a specialist SmoothMove Consultant, including packing up their furniture, planning the layout of their new home and even arranging new utility services • Supported, but independent living • 24-hour security & on-site concierge • Owners’ drawing room • Guest suite
Complimentary SmoothMove service Supported packing-up service Launch early Spring
Wareham Office: 01929 555300 Email: trisha.ashby-rudd@domvs.co.uk Website: www.domvs.co.uk
A pretty, thatched, Grade II listed, converted farmhouse with two attached holiday cottages. The property sits in 2.5 acres of land in rural Dorset with paddock and field shelter, a wonderful kitchen garden and poly tunnel, greenhouse and a range of outbuildings. Currently a family home with income from the cottages, the main cottage has a farmhouse kitchen, complete with AGA, two reception rooms, three double bedrooms and three bathrooms. The attached self-contained holiday cottages are ‘Dairy Cottage’, with three double beds and ’Lovers Knot’ with one double bedroom. A thriving business opportunity. .
• Rural setting • 2.5 acres • Charming thatched farmhouse • 2 attached holiday cottages • Double garage and generous parking
Exciting home/business opportunity Countryside location Paddock and gardens
East Knighton Dorset £895,000 EPC: Exempt (Grade II listed)
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Right-Sizing We hear much about upsizing and down-sizing in the property market, but now especially, it’s time to ‘rightsize’ – to live in the space that suits you best. Today, it’s not sensible to rattle around in a huge family house after the children have left home. Down-sizing provides the opportunity to move into higher spec accommodation and even the opportunity to
purchase a bolthole in the sun. Up-sizing is another matter. Co-habitation and starting a family often requires more space and now, with interest rate low, it’s a great time to upsize. The market is active and filled with great opportunities, although caution and good representation is needed. It is no secret that successful people become successful because they obtain the best advice. This certainly applies to those buying and selling
property. A good local estate agent, who knows the market, is the key.
Seminars for Landowners and Developers DOMVS has joined forces with Morgan Carey Architects, Chapman Lily Planning and Close Brothers Property Finance to arrange two major breakfast seminars. The first, on Friday 1st April at Kingston Maurward College near Dorchester, will explain development opportunities for local landowners. The opening comments will be made by The Rt Hon. Oliver Letwin MP, followed by presentations from each organiser. The second seminar is on Friday 22nd April at the Springfield Hotel, Wareham,
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The Rt Hon Oliver Letwin MP
The Rt Hon Michael Tomlinson MP
and will be geared towards local property developers and the current marketplace. The opening address will be given by Michael Tomlinson, MP for Mid Dorset and
North Poole. Places are limited. Anyone wishing to attend should contact Charlie Simonds in our Dorchester office: charlie. simonds@domvs.co.uk
BBC TV’s Paul Atterbury Values Antiques for Charity
Potential Buyers Looking Towards Dorset
On Friday, 26th February we’ve organised a special charity event with proceeds going to Dorset Air Ambulance and Help for Heroes. The Antiques Roadshow presenter Paul Atterbury will be offering valuations between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm at The Keep Military Museum, Dorchester. There’s no need to book, just come along, make your donation (min. £5.00 per item), and have your collectables valued.
Throughout 2015, we monitored the growing interest from buyers around the UK wanting to move to Dorset. The highest demand was from London and the Home Counties. To satisfy demand we have arranged another of our ‘London Property Showcase Days’. The venue is our Fine & Country office on London’s Park Lane. The date is Saturday, 26th March. Contact us to have your property included.
Design Your Own Unique Bug House
We’ve joined forces with Dorset Wildlife Trust and Silverlake, the sustainable holiday home development at Warmwell nr Dorchester, to promote a competition to design your own bug house. Anyone can enter. The top three will have their bug house built by experts and presented to them. The overall winning design will also be adopted by Silverlake and used around the development. Entry forms are available from the DOMVS offices and on the DOMVS website..
Imaginations Run Wild for Story House
DOMVS is delighted to announce the start of its new children’s writing competition, Story House. We’ve teamed up with the Dorchester Literary Festival to encourage budding young writers at many of Dorchester’s primary and middle schools. The theme is ‘A Dorset Story’. The judges include author Julian Fellowes and children’s author David Solomons. The winners will be announced in May.
Looking to retire in Wareham?
News aNd views DOMVS has been hand-picked by Renaissance Retirement to handle Fleur de Lis, their new luxury retirement development in Wareham. Fleur de Lis features 21 luxury apartments offering an independent lifestyle, in a contemporary setting close to
the town centre. All buyers will benefit from Renaissance’s complimentary SmoothMove service which eases the pressures, stress and cost of moving home. For more information, call Trisha Ashby-Rudd at our Wareham office.
Christmas at Dorchester’s Keep Museum In early December we celebrated the start of Christmas. DOMVS Directors, Polly and Neil Greenway, played host to guests within the fascinating surroundings of Dorchester’s Keep Military Museum. Conversation flowed, canapés were enjoyed, and champagne was toasted. Here’s just a small selection of photos from the evening…
Purbeck Arts Weeks 2016 We are continuing our sponsorship of the annual Purbeck Art Weeks Festival, which highlights the artistic talent in and around the Purbeck region. This year the festival takes place between Saturday, 28th May and Sunday, 12th June.
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