November 07 by Nicky Buck

Christmas comes to Stewarts Welcome to our 2007 Christmas. Come and see our Garden Centre displays which are the culmination of almost a whole years work. We very much hope the results please you. The display is based on a number of Christmas topics… Allure, Joyful Christmas, Nights of Wonder and Silent White. Have a closer look at all the themes on our website www.stewartschristmas.co.uk and vote for your favourite—but here’s a taster !

Win a Winter Hanging Basket What year was the gunpowder plot? For a chance of winning, send or e-mail your answer by 15/11/07 to Nicky Buck, 7 Station Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1QY with your contact details. E-Mail: Nicky@thechristchurchdirectory.co.uk

Congratulations to Ginny Tucker of Mudeford who won the October competition.

For details of Santa’s arrival and bookings phone 01425 272244 Santa will be loaded with goodies when he comes calling - an ordinary sock just won't be big enough! However optimistic you may be you are sure to find something big enough to cope. From simple black glasses to fancy ones with decorated stems we have something perfect for your Christmas table. This lovable animated Reindeer is a very expressive character - He may be a Moose in disguise. Singing dogs, a story telling Teddy and an hilarious but irritating turkey bring endless amusement to children and grown-ups alike. The Poinsettia is also known as the Christmas flower. The flowers are actually the tiny greenish yellow parts right in the centre. The 'petals' are really massive bracts. Poinsettias last for ages with basic care. Give them reasonable light but not direct sun. Water when they are getting dry but never soak them. Treat them with care as the 'Petals' are delicate and bleed when damaged. See our display of illuminated and animated village scenes. And don’t forget to enjoy a Cream Tea while you are visiting.

Christchurch Christmas Festival Saturday 1st December

Christmas Market in the High Street 10am to 7pm with stalls selling food, drink and gift ideas

Freda’s Fitness EXERCISE CLASSES TO MUSIC (Females) BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH & LYMINGTON

Also PILATES CLASSES (For Men and Women) All Classes pay Weekly

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Real reindeer parading down Bargates to the High Street and on to the Priory after the switch-on Entertainment and fun activities for all the family in marquees in Saxon Square all day

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Lights switch-on from the Mayor’s Parlour with Father Christmas at 4.30pm

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Christchurch Christmas lights switch-on switches to Saturday For the first time ever the Christmas lights switch-on in Christchurch will be held on a Saturday this year – on 1 December. The whole day, from 10am to 7pm, will see the Christmas market in the pedestrianised High Street with a host of food, drink and gift ideas in stalls lining the street.

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Reindeer will be flying in from Lapland bringing Father Christmas who will parade from Peeks Partystore down Bargates to join the Mayor, Cllr Josephine Spencer, on the balcony of the Mayor’s Parlour in the High Street for the Christmas lights switch-on at 4.30pm. Traders in the High Street, Saxon Square, the Priory Quarter and Bargates will have special offers and events during the day to give plenty of opportunities to shop for those extra items to fill the Christmas stockings. There will be a whole host of events to keep the children amused throughout the day, even if the weather proves to be unkind. Two marquees will be set up in Saxon Square, courtesy of Christchurch Community Partnership, to house a variety of activities, including face-painting, live bands, an art competition and other fun events. After the lights switch-on, the reindeer will pull Father Christmas in his sleigh to the Priory, where he will be available to listen to Christmas wishes. Children will also be able to pet and feed the reindeer who will be in a special pen outside the Priory. Paul Riley, chairman of the Christchurch Christmas Festival Committee, said: “We decided to move the switch-on and the Christmas Market to a Saturday to give more people a chance to spend a relaxed few hours doing some shopping and taking part in the activities set up in the marquees before and after the lights switch-on ceremony. “Having the switch-on ceremony at 4.30 means that people will get a clearer view of Father Christmas and the reindeer coming down Bargates as it will just be getting dark – and it won’t be such a late night for the very young ones.” To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850

Maria del Pilar (Pili) is a teacher and entertainer who has been described as the ‘unofficial Spanish ambassador’ in the South of England due to her infectious enthusiasm for Spanish life and customs. When teaching Castilian Spanish Pili insists on perfect pronunciation and has introduced hundreds of students to the delights that Spain has to offer. The proceeds of ‘A Spanish & Celtic Fiesta’ will be in aid of Motor Neurone Disease Research.

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What’s on at the regent this month?

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BE A FIREFIGHTER FOR A DAY... OR BOOK A CHILDREN’S PARTY! BOOK A PARTY AT OUR FIRE STATION IN BRANSGORE NEAR TO CHRISTCHURCH OR WE CAN COME TO YOU! Squirt Water, Roll out the hose, Take a trip on the Fire Engine, Have your picture taken sliding down the fireman’s pole, See how the kit works, Crush cans and cut metal with the cutting gear, See demonstrations and use the kit, Put on a real fire fighters tunic and helmet, Knock down the set up targets with the hose in the fastest time - Mum's and dad's play too! JUST PHONE US TO FIND OUT MORE.

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BE A FIREFIGHTER FOR A DAYWe’ll take you on a journey you’ll never forget! Any type of group of 6 or more will be considered. Be kitted out in full fire fighting kit. Be shown around the Station and appliances. Use hose reels to put out a small fire, Undertake BA drill using breathing apparatus. Search a smoke-filled building to see if you can find a missing person. Take part in a major exercise using the skills you have learnt on the day & more. Refreshments & a buffet style lunch will be provided during the day. To contact us call 01202 594581 or fax details on 01202 594581 or email wessexfireservices@fsmail.net or mobile 07759 275994 or 07889 404893 or 07801 753926 To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850

CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Randall of Christchurch who won the tickets to see ‘Snow White’ & to Andrew Slaney who won the tickets to see Chicago at the Pavilion in the October competition. Thank you for all your entries. Please To advertise mention The in The Christchurch Christchurch Directory Directory when callresponding 0800 043 to 0850 Adverts

Churches & Children’s Groups FREE ENTRY FOR TWO On the night of your choice at The Thomas Tripp Late n’ Live

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BRANSGORE COMMUNITY CHURCH Shackleton Square, Bransgore ALL WELCOME For details of Services phone Church Leader Phil Cole 01425 673245

The Priory Church For details of services or further information see the Parish magazine or contact The Parish Office on Tel: 01202 488645. Christchurch Baptist Church and Hall Bargates, Christchurch For details of services and other activities including youth clubs please phone: TEL: 01202 487442 Twynham Church, Barrack Road For more information on services and activities please contact Tel: 01202 473626

The Immaculate Conception & St. Joseph’s at Christchurch

Telephone 01202 483340

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR Book now for your Christmas Party, Christmas Day Luncheon or New Years Eve Dinner, also open Sunday 23rd Dec, Christmas Eve and Sunday 30th Dec

SPECIAL EVENTS Cookery Demonstration Lunches, Wine Tasting Lunches and Dinners, Fine Dine and Wine Evenings

VOTED WINNER BEST RESTAURANT IN CHRISTCHURCH 2006 AND 2007 PLEASE PHONE US FOR MORE INFORMATION OPEN TUES-SAT Lunch and Dinner 12 Church Street, Christchurch, (near Priory) www.splinters.uk.com 01202 483454 To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850

The Salvation Army, Stour Road, Christchurch Sunday Services at 11 and 6.30pm For further information Telephone: 01202 482671 Contact numbers for other Church services in the area: St George’s Jumpers 01202 569163 Anglican Fellowship High Cross 01425 280831 URC High Cross 01202 482690 St John’s Church, Purewell 01202 483618

Mother & Toddler Groups All Saints Church—Mudeford Service for Toddlers and Carers 3rd Thursday in the month Tel: 485107

Christchurch Baptist Church Bargates. Tel: 01202 487442 Stepping Stones Toddler Group Fridays 9.30 - 11.30 Term time only. German Speaking Play Group 2nd & 4th Weds Term time only 10-12

Twynham Church, Barrack Road. Busy Bees—A hive of activities including singing, stories, puppets and crafts Mondays at 10am Tel: 01202 482584 Mums & Babes Wednesdays at 10:00 This group is currently full. Please phone 01202 473626

The Priory Church Mice—Worship & fun for pre-school children & parents or carers 9.45 in the Lady Chapel on the 2nd Monday of the month. Tel: 480849. Parents & Toddler Group Wednesdays except in August— 10:00-12:00 noon in Priory Hall, Princess Ave. Tel: Tanya Kearley 475834 Bransgore Community Church Shackleton Square, Bransgore Thur 10am Scallywags (Mums & Tots)Church Leader Phil Cole 01425 673245

St. Mark’s Church, Highcliffe Stories and Songs for the under fives, First Tuesday of each month at 2pm in Church. Telephone Margaret Perks on 01425 615776 or Lesley Murrell on 01425 274144

Highcliffe Methodist Church Hall Mother & Toddler Group Tuesdays 10-12 Term time only. Good socialising. All carers, toddlers & babies welcome. Telephone Maureen Toop on 01425 276091 for more information.

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What’s on for Children? CHRISTCHURCH LIBRARY Tel: 01202 485938 Under 5’s Story time Every Friday afternoon 2.15-2.45pm Baby Rhyme Time For the Under Two’s 10:45—11:15 6th & 22nd November 2007 “A Special Christmas Bear” Read by local author Marie Godley on 1st December at 2pm and 3pm. Suitable for children of approximately 5 years old. Ask at the library for the free tickets. Children must be accompanied by an adult and please bring a teddy bear too!

CHRISTMAS FAIR Highcliffe Methodist Church Hall

Coffee, Light lunches & Tea Saturday 17th November 10am to 3.30pm CELEBRATE TOGETHER! Bring the whole family to St. Marks’s Church Highcliffe 4th November & 2nd December 2007 At 09:30am CHRISTMAS FAIR Saturday 1st December 2007 12—2pm Everyone Welcome Christchurch Infant School, Addiscombe Road, Christchurch

To Book call 0870 111 3000 bic.co.uk Roald Dahl’s Danny Champion of the World 6—10 November Sleeping Beauty Pantomime 8th December to 6th January

Ticket Hotline 023 8071 1811 www.the-mayflower.com English National Ballet Swan Lake 13—18th November

FOR TICKETS & INFORMATION

PHONE 08700 668701 www.thelighthousepoole.co.uk Mischief 9-10 November Age 7-10 years Dragons Teeth & other Tales 17th Nov Angelina’s Star Performance 24-25 Nov Aladdin Pantomime 07/08 Friday 7th Dec to Saturday 5th Jan 2008

English National Ballet The Snow Queen 20—24th November Scrooge 27th Nov—1st December The Wizard of Oz 7th December to 19th January ‘08

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Out & About… What’s on? FARMERS MARKET Saxon Square, Christchurch 9:00am –1:00pm First Friday of the month

CHRISTCHURCH FLORAL SOCIETY Meet first Friday of the month, except January & August, at Priory Hall, Princess Avenue, Christchurch at 2pm, doors open 1.30pm. Make new friends and watch floral demonstrations. For further details phone 01202 471443

Wedding Exhibition Sunday 18th November 2007 11am— 11am—5pm The Captains Club Hotel, Wick Ferry, Wick Lane, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1HU

www.captainsclubhotel.com FREE ADMISSION CHRISTMAS FAIR Highcliffe Methodist Church Hall

Coffee, Light lunches & Tea Saturday 17th November 10am to 3.30pm CHRISTMAS FAIR Saturday 1st December 2007 12—2pm Everyone Welcome Christchurch Infant School

Make Childs play of doing the ironing… Come to Express Ironing Services.

CHRISTCHURCH LIBRARY Tel: 01202 485938 Writing Class with Cynthia Collins 10:00am—12:00pm Four week sessions £10 for four weeks.

COUNTRY MARKET— DRUITT HALL, HIGH STREET, CHRISTCHURCH. EVERY MONDAY 9.30AM TO 11:30AM REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE

Christmas Extravaganza —Arts & Crafts

Duvet Service

“Another chore that many of us have little time for or just plain hate, is the ironing. A weekly task that can take up so much time, often time that for many of us could be put to better use”.

Dry Cleaning Laundering & Ironing Alterations & Repairs Uniforms & Tea Towels Holiday Washing

FREE Collection & Delivery

Sports Kits

6th November to 20th December The Hayloft, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch.

Open daily 10am—4pm Tel: 01202 428004 www.cadarts.com

CADArts Christmas Craft Fair Sunday 18th November 2007 10:30—4:30pm Hoburne Farm Caravan Park Hoburne Lane, Highcliffe. A wide variety of exhibits including cakes, cards, chocolate, crackers, jewellery, decorations, textiles, wood, paintings. Entry 50p

Tel: 01202 428004 www.cadarts.com

Whether you love or hate ironing, it’s good to know there is help at hand when you need it.

Telephone: 01202 496600 www.expressironingservices.co.uk

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Out & About… What’s on?

Jane McDonald 11th November English National Ballet Swan Lake 13—18th November English National Ballet The Snow Queen 20—24th November Scrooge 27th Nov—1st Ticket Hotline 023 December 8071 1811 Jim Davidson 2 December The Wizard of Oz 7th December to 19th January ‘08

Ticket Hotline 023 8071 1811 www.the-mayflower.com

To Book call 0870 111 3000 www.bic.co.uk Stereophonics— Stereophonics—Sunday 4th November Colin Fry— Fry—Well respected Medium Friday 9th November Alice Cooper, MotorHead, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts— Blackhearts—Wednesday 14th Nov Chris Dean’s Syd Lawrence Orchestra 40th Anniversary Tour Thursday 15th November Chris De Burgh & Band Friday 16th November Totally Tchiak! BSO Saturday 17th November Heaven & Hell Live 2007 Thursday 22nd November Bill Bailey Tinselworm Tuesday 20th November & 24th

FOR TICKETS & INFORMATION PHONE 08700 668701 Events this month include… 7/11 BSO Concert McMillan, Beethoven & Dvorak

Paul Merton’s Silent Clowns Wednesday 21st November Magic of Motown Thursday 22 November

7/11 The Vagina Monologues

Kaiser Chiefs— Chiefs—Thursday 22nd November

9/11 Classical Jazz Crossover

Four Tops & The Temptations Friday 23rd November

29/11 Royal Airforce in Concert www.thelighthousepoole.co.uk To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850

Thank you for the music Tuesday 20th November

The Four Seasons by Candlelight Sunday 25th November

Red House Museum & Gardens Memories from our local Scout Movement Emmeline Louise Hein

My full name is Emmeline Louise Hine And the year you were born in? 1925 …and I first saw it advertised in the Christchurch Parish magazine. St George's and All Saints Mudeford both wanted Cub Leaders or Assistant Cub Leaders, and first time I thought oh no, I couldn't do that, I've only helped with Sunday School but I've never had much experience, so I didn’t apply for it. Then my brother had moved to the Jumpers and Miss Rymes needed a Guide Assistant. That would have been 1947, I was in two years there before really I got into the Scouts which was 1949. I had my first Warrant, and one of the Guides was going for a part of her Queens Guide wanted to help with the Cub Pack. Well the Cub Pack Leader was taken ill and had to go to hospital. So of course the Guide wasn't allowed to go there on her own to be in charge of boys. So of course it was my opportunity which I grabbed with both hands, and I never looked back from there really. So we started down at Mudeford. I don’t know how well you remember where the Working Men’s Club is now? Yes, well it used to be wooden construction and the Scouts had a wooden construction next to it. It was all rough ground and our hut had no windows, if you put an electric light bulb in, that would have disappeared by next week………

Inheritance tax and Dorset Home Owners Recently, local and national papers have reported the details of the Phizackerley case and its potentially disastrous effect on the workings of the nil rate band discretionary loan trust. This type of trust is being created by many Dorset homeowners within their Wills to legally mitigate their liability to Inheritance Tax (IHT). Many more people in Dorset are liable to IHT as a result of the sharp increase in property prices in the area over the last few years. Paul Solomons is a Partner at Frettens Solicitors and Head of the Private Client Department. Paul receives many enquiries from clients stating that they have read in the newspaper that this case could make the nil rate band Trust in their Will ineffective and enquiring about whether they should change their Will. Paul comments “It is gratifying that my clients have taken on board the type of Trust that they entered into when we last changed their Wills. I am also pleased to confirm to them that in my original advice I tried to take into account the problem that has arisen in the Phizackerley case, and as such it should require few, if any, of our clients to change their Wills.” The facts of this case are somewhat unusual, but if you believe circumstances of this type could arise within your estate, it is still possible to make a fairly simple adjustment to your Wills to avoid the issue arising. It can never be claimed that the nil rate band loan trust is a simple solution, and their preparation is certainly a case where a professional with specialist knowledge should be employed. Families in Dorset or Hampshire owning property over a value of £285,000 can make arrangements to protect themselves against inheritance tax by contacting Paul Solomons on 01202 499255.

There is a copy of this complete interview at our Scouts Exhibition.

Events

Paul Solomons, Private Client Partner

6 October to 1 December Scouting - Celebrating 100 Years Delving back into the archives we celebrate 100 years of the tradition of scouting. So much a part of so many people’s lives, the Scouting movement taught many a child the basic skills of survival as well as the nobler arts of tolerance and goodwill towards others. Saturday 10 November Scouting Open Day In celebration of 100 years of scouting, the Scouting movement comes to the Red House for one day. For scouts and would-be scouts of all ages, learn what modern day scouting is really all about and maybe pick up a new skill or six!

Drop-in anytime 10am to 4pm, FREE admission. For further information Phone 01202 482860 www.hants.gov.uk/museum/redhouse To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850

Frettens provide a full range of specialised legal services to private and commercial clients, with a modern, common sense approach. Contact Frettens for further advice, on 01202 499255, or visit www.frettens.co.uk .

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The ‘Stress’ Word and What it Really Means Find out about National Stress Awareness Day on 7th November

tress is one of those words that everyone uses but it seems to mean something different every time it is used. People talk about experiences being ‘stressful’ – everything from getting up late to getting divorced. They describe themselves as ‘stressed’ when they often mean busy or being prevented from doing what they want to do. Life is full of challenges and pressures but that is life. We need challenges and pressures to motivate and stimulate us. Interestingly, some people really thrive on pressure and feel low and below par (stressed) if they are not being pushed or pushing themselves. We can however all experience too much pressure and this is what most people regard as stress.

The graph indicates how this works: Not enough pressure: limited coping/stressed Just the right amount of pressure and challenge: coping and enjoying life ∉ Too much pressure: limited coping/stressed/ill WHERE ARE YOU ON THIS CURVE TODAY? The key is to get the right amount of pressure in your life. However, there are some circumstances we have no control over: ∉ death of a loved one ∉ family illness/personal illness ∉ Redundancy And there are other circumstances which we do have some control over but often feel we don’t: ∉ financial issues ∉ legal issues and costs ∉ divorce ∉ moving house ∉ addition to the family ∉ parenting /step parenting ∉ traffic ∉ in laws ∉ parents/family Yours may be different…what are yours? Life is about facing and surmounting your challenges and managing any resultant pressure. Knowing yourself and how you react can be a great help towards managing your pressures. ∉ ∉

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Some strategies to help reduce pressures Get to know your thinking style – do you always expect the worst? Do you believe you will find a solution? People who expect the worst usually get it and often pull others down with them. People who look for solutions usually find them and cope with pressure much better ∉ If you feel panicked or anxious focus on your breathing and slow down the rate until you can breathe deeply into your abdomen. This will help to calm you and then you will be able to think more clearly ∉ Develop tolerance and try to understand other people’s reactions – why are they angry/sad/ uncommunicative/irrational? Through understanding you may be able to try a different approach ∉ Put situations into perspective – on a scale of 1 – 10 how important is this problem/issue? If 10 is vitally important and it’s less than 8… is it really worth a friendship/relationship/job etc? ∉ Value your time. Spend your time wisely and in line with what is important to you. This requires you to know what you really care about and be strong enough to make changes to reflect this. You will develop a sense of purpose and inner balance which helps you to deal with pressure better ∉ Exercise your body in a way that you find enjoyable. You are more likely to keep doing it if you enjoy it. You could regularly: ∗ walk the dog ∗ use the stairs instead of the lift ∗ garden ∗ jog/run ∗ go to the gym ∗ swim/row/sail/windsurf/climb/ski/skate ∗ play football/rugby/hockey/tennis/badminton/ volleyball ∗ take part in Tai Chi/ Chi Gong/judo/karate/ pilates/yoga Exercise your mind through: ∗ painting/drawing ∗ writing ∗ playing an instrument/singing ∗ researching ∗ meeting old and new friends ∗ cooking new / reviving old recipes ∗ daydreaming Smile more – “a smile is worth a thousand words” Anon. It produces great body chemicals and makes you feel great. GIVE SOMEONE A SMILE ON NATIONAL STRESS AWARENESS DAY AND MAKE THEIR DAY! For further ideas and information see www.nationalstressawarenessday.co.uk ∉

Lest we Forget The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. Why we still remember. I buy a poppy every November. But here Why the poppy? Scarlet p o p p i e s is an admission; until recently I’d never grow wild all over western Europe considered its real significance. Oh I wherever the soil has been disturbed. The bowed my head and looked suitably battles of the First World War churned solemn during the two minute silence but up such vast areas of earth that millions that was as far as it went. I have no of poppies germinated and bloomed, relatives in the armed forces. War was often around the bodies of the fallen something that happened in soldiers. history books or on the A Canadian surgeon evening news, to other In Flanders Fields called John McCrae wrote by John McCrae, May 1915 people. the poem In Flanders Then two years ago I volunteered as a helper on a school trip to the battlefield cemeteries of Northern France and Belgium. It was here that I came face to face with my own history and for the first time in my life thought properly about the real costs of war.

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In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Fields in which the poppies symbolise the deaths of those who fought. It is a haunting memorial to those soldiers who have died in any war.

Why the two minute silence? It was on the Take up our quarrel with the foe: eleventh hour of the To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. eleventh day of the If ye break faith with us who die eleventh month that the We shall not sleep, Did you know that 57,000 though poppies grow guns of World War I fell British soldiers were killed In Flanders fields. silent. Four years of in one day on the Somme fighting and devastation battlefields? It’s a difficult finally end ed. T he number to visualise so try this: one of the following year ceremonies of biggest football stadiums in England is remembrance took place on what was Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium with a known as Armistice Day. capacity of 60,000. Now imagine nearly An Australian journalist, Edward George every fan at a sell out football game Honey, first proposed a respectful silence being wiped out at a stroke; yes, that to remember the dead. He wrote a letter many. to the London Evening News which was The rows of brilliant white crosses stretch back across the vast swathes of lawn to a huge white wall filled with the names of lost soldiers. The scale of human loss and suffering is shattering; I was in awe. It should be a compulsory experience for everyone.

brought to the attention of King George V. The king then issued a proclamation which called for a two minute silence. These days Armistice Day is known as Remembrance Sunday and is a chance to honour the fallen soldiers of all conflicts.

6 ‘Poppy in the Wind’ painting by Kathryn Wentworth Kathryn specialises in botanical and portraiture work, but any commission will be considered. Tel: 01202 474113 Web:www. kathrynwentworth.co.uk

THE ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE PARADE & SERVICE LED BY THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION BAND This will take place on Sunday 11th November 2007. The parade will assemble at 10am to march off to The Priory Church and on arrival a wreath laying ceremony will take place. The Service starts at 10:50am. The parade will return after the service via The High Street where the salute will be taken by The Mayor.

MONDAYS

CHRISTCHURCH – 7pm Christchurch Junior School – Bluewater Youth Mobile, Clarendon Rd. Call Margaret 01202 471014

TUESDAYS

HIGHCLIFFE – 6pm Highcliffe Day Centre, 254 Lymington Rd. Call Jo 01202 487415 WEST CHRISTCHURCH – 5.30pm St George’s Church, Jumpers Rd. Call Chris 01202 425047

WEDNESDAYS

HIGHCLIFFE – 9.30am St Mark’s Church Hall, Hinton Wood Ave. Call Jo 01202 487415

THURSDAYS

MUDEFORD – 7pm All Saints Church, Stanpit. Call Nicola 01202 892865

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This month’s Puzzles... Win a bouquet of Flowers… Supplied by Vee Young Florists 01202 483067 J E A L O D C U For a chance of winning the M O I S T beautiful flowers complete any of the E A puzzles on these pages and send them in P Y O U N G with the entry form on page 34. O Q U A I N S U I N S H O NOVEMBER B A D B O U N D CODEWORD L L L E N T R Y

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A M B E R B I E B E Z E L O A A N T H R A X R E A F I E L D A R O B O T A R R N W E A V E A V N E Y W O R D

Solution to October’s Codeword. Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a different number between 1 and 26. The codes for three letters are shown. Once you have filled these throughout the grid you can start guessing words and reveal other letters. As you find the letters enter them in the box.

17 2

9 9

26 6

15 11

4 19

10 4

11 3

9 10

2 2

8 11

13 20 18

11 4

10 20

19 13

20 10

6 10

1 25

2 12

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Puzzles October Solution 1. Loaned 2. Drone 3. Enact 4. Thief 5. Flood 6. Drum Keyword = Lemon

Puzzles

Follow Me Starting top left, follow the arrows. The last letter of each word is the first letter of the next. The 5 shaded arrows spell out the Keyword and the Keyword clue should help if you get stuck.

CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs P Harding who won the flowers in last month’s issue. Thank you all for taking the time to send in your entries despite the postal strike. Have another go this month— month— you might be lucky enough to be first out of the hat!

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Steal from (3) Concise (5) Quicker (6) Telephone (4)

5. Earth (6) 6. Puts off (6)

Keyword Clue Flowers

THE RETURN OF THE SUDOKU… HOW TO PLAY Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition! That’s all there is to it. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic—there’s no maths involved and no adding up. It’s fun, it’s challenging, It’s addictive! To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850

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PUZZLE ENTRY FORM Sponsored by Vee Young Florists 6 Church Street, Christchurch, Dorset. Tel: 01202 483067 Complete any of the puzzles on the previous pages, fill in your details below and send it to PUZZLE COMPETITION, The Christchurch Directory, 7 Station Road, Christchurch, Dorset. BH23 1QY by the 15 November 2007 for a chance of winning.

Welcome to the November edition. Well it’s beginning to feel more like Winter now and even though it’s getting darker earlier, the weather still seems quite mild. I can’t quite believe that this is November… but as you will see, the magazine has a pre-Christmas feel with details about the Christmas light switch-on in Christchurch, Fairs, Christmas gift suggestions, decorations and the pantomime season fast approaching!

Front cover photograph: Kathryn Wentworth Tel: 01202 474113 Web:www.kathrynwentworth.co.uk

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There are many local companies in the magazine this month who are available to help with fitness, weight-loss, home maintenance, interior design, finance, legal issues, eating out, party planning and more… & if you find this time of year stressful, have a look at the article ‘The Stress Word’ & what it really means. Please be aware that I have not changed the name or format of the Christchurch directory and am not connected with any other magazines which may be selling in the area. I continue to support local businesses and the community now & into the future. If you don’t get a magazine through your door remember you can pick a copy up from any of the central delivery points including: The Tourist Information Centre, The Regent,

The Red House Museum, Highcliffe Castle, post offices, Serendipity Sam’s Stewarts Garden Lands & various cafes and bars.

Nicky Buck Publisher of The Christchurch Directory

Index of Advertisers Allglaze Signature Broadview Blinds Forest Leisure Cycling Jardinee Kathryn Wentworth Frettens Solicitors Fireplace Shop Women’s Workout Domestic Angels Express Ironing Services Pavilion Lighthouse The Mayflower Wessex Fire & Rescue Service Peeks Avon Organics Andrew’s Tree & Hedge Care Christchurch Council Stewarts Garden Lands

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Published by: Nicky Buck Marketing Christchurch Dorset BH23 1QY

Meninafeliz Freda’s Fitness K R Hall Re-Roofing The Regent Centre Thomas Tripp Late n’ Live Splinters Restaurant Highcliffe Castle The Captains Club Hotel Christchurch Floral Society CADArts The Red House Museum Martin Cristofoli PM Co Southern Priory Financial Slimming World Vee Young Florists Made2measure Southern Softflow Lighterlife

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