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COMPETITION ENTRY FORM To enter any of the competitions in this issue please fill in your details below and send an entry for each competition you wish to enter with attachments if required to: The Christchurch Directory, 7 Station Road, Christchurch, Dorset. BH23 1QY Or e-mail your FULL details to nicky@thechristchurchdirectory.co.uk by the 18 August 2008 for a chance of winning.
Welcome to the Summer edition... I can’t believe that Summer is here again… and what a great place to be when the weather is good.
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Cover picture :‘Studland Bay’ by Johnny Bull Detail from a limited edition print available from www.art-ofillustration.co.uk/
Index of Advertisers Meadowbank Holidays Allglaze Magnet Private Hire Tradesman Express Wessex Health Arctic Apas Tourist Information Centre Captain’s Club Hotel Frettens Solicitors Morgan Electrics Mercedes-Benz The Red House Museum Gill Taylor Yoga Natural Healing LLPD Purple Paperclips Peter Le Grand Broadview Blinds Martin Cristofoli Robert Swain Electrical Services Peeks Party Store Made2measure
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Stewarts Garden Lands BIC/Pavilion The Regent Centre The Thomas Tripp Late n’ Live The Mayflower The Lighthouse Christchurch Floral Society J & J Education Limited Bargates Association CADArts Christchurch Football Club Freda’s Fitness The Grange Choral Society Wessex Fire & Rescue Lighterlife Just Add Fairies Domestic Angels Kleen Machine Start Active Vee Young Florists Dorset Police Richard Thomas Conservatories
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There are plenty of businesses in the magazine whose services you are able to call upon when needed. Why not have a go at the puzzles, potter in the garden using Stewarts gardening tips and enter the competitions. You could win some spring bulbs, a bouquet of flowers, tickets to Beauty & The Beast on ice, Joseph, Ice skating, Just So, Happy as a Sandbag and The Thomas Tripp Late n’ Live. Enjoy yourselves over the Summer and the next issue of the magazine will be out at the beginning of September. If you don’t receive The Christchurch Directory 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.
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Look forward to relaxing, lazy days with longer evenings, giving the chance to get out and enjoy this spectacular area. Walks, shows, crafts, exhibitions, Fun Days, Fairs, Regattas, the Forest, the sea, good shopping and much more. Take a look at the What’s on section for some inspiration — we are spoilt for choice.
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Summer Puzzles... Enjoy doing the puzzles over the summer. For a chance of winning a bouquet of flowers supplied by Vee Young Florists, 6 Church Street, Christchurch, Dorset Tel: 01202 483067, send your entries into The Christchurch Directory using the form on page 46.
CONGRATULATIONS TO Mrs P. Purves of Southbourne who won the flowers in last month’s issue. Miss A Malt was lucky to win the tickets for The Thomas Tripp Late n’ Live & Sandra Cossey won the BBQ for four at The Captains Club Hotel. Thank you all for taking the time to send in your entries.
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THE ODIHAM FIRE SHOW 2nd & 3rd August 2008 10am to 4pm each day. Europe’s biggest Fire & Rescue Show with 150 fire vehicles on display over the two days from manual Victorian pumps to brand new fire engines. Fun Fair Beer Tent Gift stalls Fire Engine rides Arena displays all day.
DIRECTIONS: Leave M3 at Junction 5 (Hook), follow signs for Odiham Fire Show.
SOPLEY FIRE STATION OPEN DAY — Sunday 17th August To be held at the former RAF Sopley camp, now called Merryfield Park, Derrit Lane, Bransgore, Hamshire BH23 8AU Fire Engines on display See T.V.’s LONDON’S BURNING Volvo Fire appliance Arena displays, Fire Engine rides Kiddies ‘squirt on the fire’ hose Gift Shop
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Paddling pool reopens with hopes for lottery funding for splashpark The paddling pool on the Quomps at Christchurch Quay has reopened with members of the community hoping that future lottery funding will provide a more modern facility on the site. The pool has been a well-used feature of the Quomps since it was built in the 1940s. However, it has become more difficult to maintain over recent years and fears that it would have to be closed have led to members of the community joining together to plan a replacement.
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. 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
The Council has pledged £100,000 to a new project to install a splashpark and a bid is being made to the Playful Ideas Fund of the National Lottery for the remainder of the £215,000 which will be needed. An initial bid submitted to Playful Ideas resulted in an encouraging response and a further bid including more detailed proposals has been put together and submitted at the end of June. Organisers of the bid have already consulted with local children and other interested parties, and have found that a modern splashpark, with fountains, spouts and cannons of water, would be a popular replacement for the pool. However, they would like to hear further suggestions and expressions of support from members of the public and have set up an email address for responses: quomps@hotmail.co.uk. Adrian Dwyer, organiser of the lottery bid, said: “Working in conjunction with the Council, a new community group is hoping to provide Christchurch with a modern splashpark, one that embraces the concepts originally perceived in the 1940s yet meeting the demands of children and adults in the 21st century. “But, we need to show Playful Ideas that we have the support of the community. Without a lottery grant, there will be no replacement, so we want as many people as possible to email us at quomps@hotmail.co.uk to tell us there is a demand for this facility.” Sally Derham Wilkes, chairman of Christchurch Council’s Community Services Committee, added: “We are wholeheartedly behind this bid and have already agreed to put in £100,000 towards it. It is encouraging that so many local people care enough about a play facility on the Quomps that they are devoting so much of their own time to support it. A number of volunteers have already dedicated many hours cleaning the pool in readiness for its reopening this year, something which countless children will be grateful for.” Please mention The Christchurch Directory when responding to Adverts
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10 Christchurch Football Club Summer Fete Sunday 20th July ‘08 1.15pm—5.15pm Christchurch Junior School, Clarendon Road.
Featuring:Poole Dolphin (Marching) Band Wessex Majorettes Dizzy Foot Dance Bouncy Castle Giant Slide Under 9’s Six-a-Side Football Side Shows Fire Engine Craft Stalls Food and other attractions Additional parking at Peeks Party Store, Reid Street, off Fairmile Road, Christchurch.
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Out & About...
J & J EDUCATION LTD Host families wanted for well organised foreign students July to October 2008 and March onwards 2009 For more information please call Jannette on 01202 422262 Your Local Friendship Club for Older People
Looking for fun and friendship?
Delivery people wanted for the magazine from end of August. Delivery once a month 1 x Central Christchurch round 1 x Bransgore 1 x Burton Phone 0800 043 0850 for more information
There are 4 Brendoncare Clubs in Christchurch providing a varied programme of activities, outings and stimulating speakers. Our aim is to help older people maintain their independence, feel more fulfilled, improve their quality of life and have fun. If you have problems with mobility, free transport can be arranged.
Frettens Act for “New-Old” Developers Commercial Property specialists at Frettens Solicitors have been busy working with several of the area’s leading property developers completing a number of high value property transactions. Most recently, Clare Hallett, a Commercial Property Solicitor at Frettens, acted on behalf of Blandford Forum based builders and developers Michael Parker Homes Ltd in a joint venture with another party on the acquisition of a site for redevelopment in White Hayes Road in Burton, near Christchurch. The plot is intended for a residential development of 6 detached homes which will embrace modern living while holding the values of traditional master craftsmen. Michael Parker Homes believe that new build homes can be as beautiful as traditional ones and have extensive expertise in using Dorset's traditional techniques. They build new houses, using traditional materials: reclaimed bricks and tiles, stone, flint, beams and thatch. Michael Parker Homes are specialists in the design and construction of country cottages. Their properties blend perfectly into the local landscape and they pride themselves in allowing buyers to have an input in creating their dream home. Clare Hallett has advised Michael Parker Homes on a series of commercial transactions in the past two years. Michael Parker commented “Claire is a ‘developer’s solicitor’ – she and the team at Frettens know how to draft documents to make the most of every opportunity and we find them to be efficient, proactive and affable, no matter how tight the deadlines or how complex the deal.” Further information can be found on www.frettens.co.uk.
The clubs run from 2pm until 4pm: The Castle Lodge, Lymington Rd, Highcliffe on Mondays. Hope House, Jumpers Road, Christchurch on Tuesdays. The Greystones Hall, Waterford Road, Highcliffe on Wednesdays. All Saints Church Hall, Mudeford (opp. Avonmouth Hotel) on Thursdays. We look forward to welcoming you at any of the Clubs, contact Tony Hanson—01202 893703
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What’s on? Priory Church Guided Tours 15th July 31st July 12th August 25th August Longest Parish Church in England, Dates from 1094
Out & About... Christchurch Arts Guild 60th Anniversary Summer Exhibition 22nd July—16 August Priory House Monday - Saturday 10-5pm Small admission charge
Tours start 6.30pm Tickets from the Vergers Office Booking Essential
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15-16 French Market 27-31 Great Dorset Steam Fair Tarrant Hinton 28-31 Bournemouth Air Festival
Cuban Salsa Congress Pavilion Ballroom 25-27 July Www.cubansalsacongress.com for more details.
One of only 4 UK appearances XAVIER RUDD Tues 29th July At The Opera House Bournemouth Doors 7pm, Starts 8pm Tickets—£16 All ages (U16 with adult) Tickets from YDNN Surf and Skate, Opera House or online from SeeTickets.com or WeGotTickets.com
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What’s on? CAR BOOT SALES
Sunday 13th July Sunday 10th August Stanpit Recreational Ground, Christchurch 8am-12.00 (set up at 7.30am) Sellers cars £5 Refreshments available Organised by Lions Club of Christchurch
Christchurch Motor Show 19th and 20th July Twynham School Free entry 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 ANNUAL DUCK RACE Bank Holiday Monday 25th August Venue: The Millstream, Christchurch Ducks launched into water at 4pm from the bridge on Castle Street, Christchurch Additional stalls on The Quomps— Tombola, Books, Bric-a-Brac etc.
Out & About... The Clay Studio Diva Night—17 July In support of Julia’s House Tickets £20 Glass fusing—20th July Call 475000 for further information Masters of the Musicals Sun 20th July at 7.30pm Pavilion Theatre
COUNTRY MARKET— DRUITT HALL, HIGH STREET, CHRISTCHURCH. EVERY MONDAY 9.30AM TO 11:30AM REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE PRODUCERS WELCOME
JULY Events 4-6 Christchurch Music Festival Christchurch Quay 15-19 / 22-26 Macbeth Priory House Gardens 18-20 Continental Market Saxon Square 19 Grange Choral Society-Rutter. Requiem Christchurch Priory 27 Mudeford Lifeboat Fun Day Mudeford Quay 29-31 New Forest and Hampshire County Show New Park, Brockenhurst
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The Red House Museum & Gardens Christchurch and World War 1 is a new exhibition to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Armistice Day and starts at the museum on 18th October 2008. Herbert Druitt the founder of the museum kept a diary right through the war years and the following extracts from 1915 give a wonderful insight into his views and experiences of life in Christchurch at that time. As we have mentioned before in these articles his handwriting is very difficult to read and below is an example to show what we mean. However although there are sometimes gaps where words cannot be deciphered and sentences do not always flow very well we hope it will not spoil your interest in them. Note: RFA is for the Royal Field Artillary
What’s on? Bargates Balloons & Bubbles Bonanza
Wessex Fire & Rescue Open Day
26th July
17th August 10-4pm
Street entertainers and music In aid of Wessex Autistic Society (Ruby Anniversary 2008)
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2 Jan Jimmy Crisp buried. We lent Union Jack for the coffin. It was impossible to get gun carriage and team from the Barracks. I’m glad I got the old fellow a letter from the King congratulating him on sons in the war. 27 Jan Letter RCB – wrote to him & sent a dozen eggs & 6 pair of longarmed mittens made by Charlotte, Miss Knight & Baker – for any men in his company who haven’t got them. 2 Feb The Salmon fishers in the Run were arrested by the Military Cyclists Patrol ** tonight at 7pm and forbidden to fish at night. They are stationed at Sandhills. There is fear that messages are being conveyed by traitors to German submarines in the Solent and Christchurch Bay 12 Feb Charlotte and I walked over the Head. Lancashires manoeuvring from Double Dykes to top of Head, where they had dug some trenches. Went & examined them – found a large sea urchin in one, & 3 neolithic flakes in another. 16 Mar Went to Boscombe Hippodrome to see Vesta Tilley – she was as good as ever. Sang a number of songs in army clothes “all the pubs from Marble Arch to ….. Square”. Then an excellent one as a Tommy in khaki. 29 Mar Spent all day getting ready for concert tonight in Town Hall, Charlotte looked after the catering – I saw to tobacco & cigarettes. Morris (?) donated the Hall. The doors opened at 7 & before 7.45 the Hall was crammed. There must have been over 300 present – RE & RFA. Sapper ….. RE played the piano for half an hour & the Lieut. Schultz, Capt Armstrong & others came & the concert went on splendidly till 10 o’clock – extension being granted for last post at 10.30. Some very clever artists. ……….. . £1-13-7 was taken in refreshments – 850 cigarettes & 300 ….. were given & all worked splendidly – a very enjoyable but tiring evening.
Out & About...
At former RAF Sopley Camp Merryfield Park, Derrit Lane Bransgore Tel 594581 for further information
Serendipity Sam’s Play Centre SNOWTRAX Useable throughout the summer months because of its unique mist-lubricated surface
Open all summer
Contact 0845 450 7200
Tel 499155 for further info and bookings MUDEFORD LIFEBOAT FUN DAY
MOORS VALLEY Country Park and Forest Walking, cycling, golf, fishing, play, play trail, orienteering, cycling, Go Ape! and much more
CHILDREN AND FAMILY EVENTS Woodland Walks, Meadow Mayhem, Bat Walks, Days in the Woods, Wilderness Quests, Animal Encounters and much more ... Call to find more information and reserve your place - 01425 470721 9.30-4.30pm 7 days a week
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27th JULY from 11am Raft race, air display, Lifeboat & Helicopter demonstrations, BBQ, stalls and sideshows, funfair rides Evening events—Live music & Grand Firework Finale
Stompin’ on the Quomps Free summer concert - 2nd August Christchurch Quay Taverners Big Band, Lemon Grove, The Latin Project, Not Just Sax Kids fun with Jazz the Juggler and hot food
TUTTON’S WELL
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Out & About... ADVENTURE WONDERLAND
CHRISTCHURCH LIBRARY Tel: 01202 485938 Baby Rhyme Time For the Under Two’s Thurs 3rd July Tues 15th July
Now over 27 family rides and attractions Happydrome theatre shows Animal cuddle corner SPECIAL EVENTS Meet the Chipmunks Wild West Weekend
Opposite Bournemouth Airport Call 01202 483444 www.adventurewonderland.co.uk
THE MUSEUM OF ELECTRICITY Free entry from Easter—September Midday—4.30pm (last entry 4pm) Tel 480467 RED HOUSE MUSEUM “Please Touch” - Tactile Textiles Exhibition (CADArts) 5 July—24 August
Summer Workshops Belts, Brooches and Pots Sat 12 July 10-3pm Finds Identification Day Sat 19 July 10-3pm Make Your Own Necklace Thurs 24 July 10.30-12.30pm Print Magic Thurs 7 Aug 10.30-12.30pm Hot Wire Bugs Sat 9 Aug 10.30-12.30pm Drop-in FREE sessions Create A Purse of Fun! Thurs 21 Aug 10.30-12.30pm Go Potty Wed 27 Aug 10.30-12.30pm Telephone to book places—482860
Family Fun Day
Highcliffe Castle Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe Tel 01425 278807 www.highcliffecastle.co.uk
13 July 5-8pm Swing Unlimited Big Band (for Tulip Breast Care Fund) 27 July Harley Davidson Club Rally 30 July TheatreWorks: Tess of the D’Urbervilles
21 Apr This afternoon walked over with Mayo to field at Head where my invitation got us into enclosure at Saluting Point. The troops marched past – some 5000 of them – Cheshires, 9th Lancashire Fusiliers, a fine serviceable body of men. Then there was a General Salute. I don’t suppose the field at the Head has ever witnessed such a spectacle since it was a camp 2000 years ago. 6 May 700 RFA came to the Barracks from Cosham. Those already here say they’ve got to sleep 13 in a tent & that one of each man’s blankets have been taken away from them. War Office stupidity I suppose again. 16 June A Wessex Group corporal who served in the R Berkshires in S Africa where he was wounded 7 times told me of his treatment in the present war – wounded – then back to duty – after most harrowing(?) trench work in which nearly all his section were killed – being over 60 days out of 77 in trenches – his nerves broke down - & after a short time he was only given 7 days leave to visit his home – Now he is back in the Wessex Group at Tuckton – a brave man. How infernally silly Kitchener’s methods are. 28 June News came at 11.20 that wounded train would arrive 11.30. A hurried ….. to a few then off to the station. Only two ambulances came instead of 5 because of shortness of notice. Train came 11.40 & we kept it till 12.40. 20 cot cases in stretchers taken in Miss Starkey’s & Mr Noye’s motor ambulances 2 at a time – 20 walking cases in motors lent by Wiggins, ….. ….. & Rev Blackett. The last cot case left station yard at 1.15. Wrote to Director General, Medical Services, Embarkation, Southampton complaining of the utterly inadequate notice given. 14 July 90 RFA went off today from 2 Batteries (?) for the Dardenelles. Poor chaps I hope they’ll come through. The 43, 44 & 45th Batteries RFA are those at the Barracks & Camp. They expect another 400 shortly. 16 Sept Letter from Ralph enclosing a paper showing that Proficiency Pay is not granted except with 2 years service – an obvious swindle on the men who have risked their lives for us – wrote to him enclosing £1 to help with expenses.
3August Scottish Country Dancing 3 August Sunbeam Alpine Owners Club Rally 21 August Sting in the Tale: Storytelling Day
Christchurch Bandstand 25th August 1.30-5pm Enjoy live music, free drinks, face painting, fire engine, balloons, bouncy castle, games and stalls. Throw a wet sponge at a policeman!
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Herbert Druitt’s Diary 1915 Union Jack Club in the High Street
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18 YOGA By Gill Taylor. SRN.B.Ed[Hons] BWY. EFT Practitioner. One of the great things about Yoga is that it can be practised by anyone at any age with and without ‘challenges’ of any sort – so it really is suitable for everyone. It is one of those things that you can do, feel very relaxed, have a wonderful sense of Well Being AND feel energised too – pretty amazing. Over the Summer you maybe thinking of spending more time outdoors and on the beach or in the Forest. We do live in a fantastic part of the country where we can take marvellous walks and see wonderful scenery. We can also give ourselves time to sunbathe or indeed relax in the shade. When sitting down think about your posture and keep your back straight, shoulders back and relaxed. Allow both feet to be squarely on the floor. This is a simple thing that we do every day. If we keep our backs straight and shoulders back this keeps the spine in its natural shape and allows the chest to expand. This in turn helps the lungs to work to their full capacity so that you can breathe deeply into them using all of the lungs rather than just a little. It gives all of the abdominal organs the correct amount of room that they need to work properly.
Out & About… What’s On?
1-5 July Oh! What A Night 15-19 July All You Need Is Love 21-26 July The Wedding Singer 5-9 Aug Flashdance 11-16 Aug Eurobeat- Almost Eurovision 25-28 Aug Cbeebies At The Theatre Ticket Hotline 023 8071 1811 Ticket Hotline 023 8071 1811
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If you have your feet squarely on the floor the body is then balanced. Have your hands lying gently on your lap and close your eyes. A very simple relaxation technique can now be used where we can tense and relax different muscle groups. This highlights what it feels like to be tense and relaxed, therefore making it easier in time for you to notice when to let go of tension. Tense the feet, legs and buttocks. Feel the tension – and let go. Feel the difference between the tension and relaxation. Make fists with your hands; pull your shoulders up to your ears. Feel the tension – and let go. Feel the difference between the tension and relaxation. Squeeze the face up tight. Feel the tension – and let it go. Feel the difference between the tension and relaxation. Move your head gently from one side to the other easing out any tension in the neck. Tense the whole of the body – feet, legs, buttocks, fists, shoulders, face. Feel the tension – and let go and totally relax. You can also do this lying down. It is great to do before going to bed, especially if you need to ‘switch off’ from the day. It is great to do while you are sitting in the garden or on the beach.
FOR TICKETS & INFORMATION PHONE 0844 406 8666 (new telephone number) Sat 19th July Coming and Going
To Book call 0870 111 3000
www.bic.co.uk July 2-3
The Wiggles Live Hot Potatoes Show! 2-30 Mel Douglas Tea and Evening Dances 4 George Benson 10-12 Spotlight 8—The Showbizness 11 An Evening with Ricky Hitman Hatton and Frank Bruno 12-13 Jimmy Carr 12-20 Aug Summer Ice Skating 14-19 The Rat Pack Live from Las Vegas 15 Jay-Z 29-16 Aug Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
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Thurs 24th July The Man Who Planted Trees Sat 26th July Jimmy Carr 28 July– 9 Aug The Lost Quay—Hope’s War Tues 12th Aug Artemis Fowl Fairies, Fiends and Flatulence
6-30 Beauty & The Beast On Ice 20-13 Sept That’ll Be The Day 24 Beyond The Barricade 28-31 Bournemouth Ideal Home Exhibition 31 Best of British Variety
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Breathe IN Breathe OUT Do this in a continual flowing movement several times. Question: What is this good for? Answer: This posture is marvellous for keeping the spine and back muscles supple and flexible. It allows you to really feel and relax the neck, shoulders, upper, middle and lower back. This is great to do after gardening as it stretches out the back beautifully. It is a gentle posture. Gill Taylor is a qualified Yoga teacher with The British Wheel of Yoga and has been teaching adults Yoga for 18 years and children for 7. Contact number: 01425 276792 www.thehealingplace.co.uk
FREE ENTRY FOR TWO on the night of your choice at the Thomas tripp late n’ live
To enter the draw just send or e-mail your full contact details (see form on page 47) to The Christchurch Directory by 18th August 2008 to have a chance of winning. To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850
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Interior & Exterior Decorating Fitted Kitchens& Bathroom Suites Flat Pack Furniture Fitted Bedroom Furniture Wood & Laminate Flooring etc.
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TECHNICAL WIZARD ! Regent Technical Manager, Shaun Luckly, wins the National Encore magazine Gaffer of the Year Award. Shaun, who has been Technical Manager at the Regent since 2002, won the prestigious Encore Magazine Gaffer of the Year award at a gala, red carpet ceremony at Croydon’s Fairfield Halls on Wednesday 7 May.
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BIC and Cascade Ice proudly presents
PUBLIC ICE SKATING SATURDAY 12TH JULY – WEDNESDAY 20TH AUGUST BIC Purbeck Hall
‘Just So’ Upbeat musical adventure
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CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. S Stacey, Karen Gunson & Carole Walker who won tickets to see the shows & Ice skating in the last issue. Thank you for all your entries. To advertise in The Christchurch Directory call 0800 043 0850
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Win tickets to all these fantastic shows or to Ice Skate… For a chance of winning send in your details to the magazine (form on page 46) stating your preferred choice by 18/07/08 or ee-mail: nicky@thechristchurchdirectory.co.uk
Beauty and the Beast On Ice Wednesday 6 - Saturday 30 August, Windsor Hall, BIC, Bournemouth
The original troupe of professional theatrical ice skaters, the Russian Ice Stars promise to leave you spellbound by this dramatic and emotional tale of love. This promises to be a heart-stopping, jaw-dropping spectacle of tragedy and romance. This really is a show not to be missed!
PAVILION THEATRE, BOURNEMOUTH TUESDAY 29 JULY – SATURDAY 16 AUGUST 2008 The spectacular Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat makes an eagerly awaited return to Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre for a three week run this summer. A huge success around the country with standing ovations at every performance.
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24 WIN £15 WORTH OF BULBS ‘A Poinsettia’ belongs to which family of plants, normally seen growing outside?
Summer Gardening Tips Freezing in July Surplus Peas and Beans should find their way to friends or into the freezer. To keep plants producing you do need to keep picking – don’t allow any pods to go old or the plants will stop producing new ones.
For a chance of winning, send or e-mail your answer to Nicky Buck, 7 Station Road, Christchurch Dorset BH23 1QY with your contact details by 18/08/08. E-Mail: Nicky@thechristchurchdirectory.co.uk
Congratulations to June Fleming who won the June competition.
Conquer the Marrow mountain Courgettes and Marrows will grow at amazing speed during hot spells, cut them even if you don’t need them, that way they’ll keep cropping for longer. Although courgettes themselves are no good in the deep freeze, Courgette bread is a tasty cake-like treat which can be frozen and well worth the trouble. The recipe can be found here www.stewarts.co.uk/cbread Dead heading - garden therapy Remove flower heads from bedding plants as they fade, this will stop them wasting energy making seeds and also it can be quite relaxing on a warm summers morning - honest! Patio perfection If you come back from a holiday and your patio pots look withered and miserable there is still time to perk them up. Replace feeble plants with Fuchsias, Sunflowers (dwarf) or Geranium all of which will keep flowering well into the Autumn. Ponds Water levels drop rapidly so keep a watch and top up regularly. You may need to remove some plant growth if the pond is getting congested. Leave pond weed on the pond side for 24 hours to allow pond dwellers time to crawl back in. Garden lighting Balmy summer evenings get added atmosphere from the evenings drawing in, so garden lighting really starts to pay off. Use some lights to illuminate pathways but really go for it with carefully placed lights to accent your plants and features. Solar powered lights will be good enough to light your way but use low voltage for accent lighting. Spring Bulbs During August spring bulbs become available - make the effort to plant Daffodils, Tulips, and Hyacinths now to be sure of a great display next year. New Lawns Keep new grass healthy by watering thoroughly - a good soak every week is better than a quick spray. In times of drought raise your mower blades and allow a bit more length than normal. Tomatoes Keep removing side-shoots form cordon varieties and watering regularly. Remove fruits with signs of blossom end rot immediately to allow perfect fruits to develop quicker. Yellowing lower leaves can be removed to allow sun-light onto fruits to accelerate ripening. Patio pots Tired planted containers can be re-planted. Choose plants that will carry on looking good well into the Autumn - grasses are especially good. Keep feeding patio plants to encourage growth and flowering.
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