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Prom Hair Services Your consultation, trial and the final ideas are unique to you - we at JJagged Edge Hair Creations are passionate about your wishes.

Individual hair design, packages and personal customer service for you ensuring the perfect look for the big day.

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Career Opportunities

Live-in Care from Agincare Agincare Live-in Care Services currently has vacancies for Live-in Care workers. We invest time and money into our recruitment process to ensure that every person that joins our company is fully trained and competent in their abilities prior to setting out.

If you are interested or have any queries please call Kelly Davis or Charlotte Benham on 01258 489480.

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The Bournemouth Directory Edition 14

Published by: Debbie & Stephen Corney at Dorset Publications

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Copy deadline for May edition: 24th April 2012 Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the pu bl ish e r can n o t acce pt any liability to any party to loss or d a ma g e c au se d b y e r r o rs o r omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.

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Hello Bournemouth!

What fantastic weather we have had. It is so good to be able to go out and about for walks easily. How many of you have had early barbecues also? That is a great excuse to get together with family and friends and chill out a bit. Love it! The only problem is the rain, we do need it, so do be a little bit more careful with the use of water.

This month as always there are lots of trades people and services to help you around the house, in the garden and for you personally. We have many different categories from boats trips to hairdressers, from restaurants to lawn care, from dentists to Swimming lessons and many, many more. When you give any of the advertisers a call do mention The Bournemouth Directory. Steve, myself and all of the advertisers thank you for your continued support.

Happy Easter everyone! Hayden, our son did a wonderful power point presentation on the computer this week, all done by himself of The Resurrection. The power point and the story is something they have all been doing at school, and it was very touching. He is only 8 and I thought of what I could do at his age...it certainly wasn’t as much as that. The children learn so much these days don’t they. Leave us standing! I hope you manage to get a break over the Easter Holidays and meet up with the family for a meal or a day out. Failing that give one of our advertisers a call and get some jobs done in the house!

Stephen and I wish you all the very best.

Regards,

Debbie

Useful Telephone Numbers Local Police Bournemouth Airport Central Library Emergency Electric

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Messing about in the harbour!

Greenslade Pleasure Boats is a family run business established in 1970. The first boat was the Eva May (named after Matthew Greenslade’s grandmother) and it was built in the family back yard which eventually became their boatyard. Built by hand by Matthew’s father, (Rusty) Roy Greenslade, little may he have know just how far it would go.

Matthew was just a teenager when he and his dad built their second boat 10 years later in the same back yard. She was called the PammyAnn (named after Matthew’s mother).

What had started out as a family man’s dream has now developed into a well established and respected business in Poole providing a service to the National Trust, local conservation companies, Corporate companies, local businesses, The Scouts & Brownies, schools... the list goes on!!

Matthew and Fiona also take a very keen interest in supporting local schools, charities and much needed sports clubs for young people by way of sponsorship. This year they have decided to start an annual Free charity draw, 30 charities were invited to enter the draw and the Sheriff of Poole Councillor, Carol Evans, drew the winner, which was WELDMAR HOSPICECARE TRUST. The prize is the use of one of the passenger boats given free of charge to be used for fundraising. Two representatives Katie Slade & Jonathan Panton received the prize on behalf of the Trust and were delighted. Katie said that they had never done any fundraising on a boat before and she was really looking forward to organising the Event which will hopefully raise much needed funds for the 12 Weldmar Nurses that do an absolutely amazing job covering Dorchester, the Purbecks and parts of Poole. These nurses are frequently confused with the MacMillan nurses who do the same job but cover a different area. The Weldmar team need to be

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recognised in their own right as they rely on 70% of their funding from fund raising and donations. Weldmar Hospicecare Trust offer palliative care and respite for adults and children in our communities and are most deserving of our help & support. For more information on how you can make a difference please call Katie, Matt or John on 01305 261800 or visit www.weld-hospice.org.uk.

They really would love to hear from you!

Matthew feels that Poole & Bournemouth offer so much now to the tourism industry that it would be good to offer the local people some events of their own to enjoy so this year Greenslades will be organising a number of enjoyable and varied cruises in and around the beautiful natural Poole harbour as well as the usual Wareham River trips & firework cruises.

Information for these events will be advertised in the Dorset Publications magazines and also online at:

www.greensladepleasureboats.co.uk Or contact Greenslades on 01202 669955.

Matthew Greenslade presenting the winner’s certificate to Jonathan Panton of Weldmar Hospicecare Trust on Poole Quay Weldmar Hospicecare Trust

Caring for Dorset

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OLIVER CHIMNEY SWEEP Clean, professional, tidy and reliable chimney sweeps. Offering a wide range of services. Members of the Guild of Master Sweeps.

Also available for traditional good luck appearances at weddings!

0800 013 3323 / 07889 488010 info@oliver-chimney-sweeps.co.uk www.oliver-chimney-sweeps.co.uk

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Strange premonitions about The Titanic We’re already being reminded of the sinking of The Titanic, but April sees the actual anniversary day – 15th April, 1912 at 2.20 hrs – when this historic tragedy occurred.

There are so many articles, films, documentaries, memorabilia, etc., but one weird fact may well be ignored: that there were an astonishing number of premonitions by many people - all convinced, as The Titanic set sail from Southampton, that the trip would end in disaster.

One passenger, an American Colonel Archibald Gracie, must have prayed as he realised his danger: and his wife, in bed in New York, woke up suddenly hearing a voice say ‘On your knees and pray.’ She got out of bed, opened a prayer book and her eyes fell on the words, ‘For those in peril on the sea.’

She realised that her husband was in danger and lay awake, convinced that something terrible was happening.

A happier premonition was of a New York woman who had a nightmare in which she saw her mother in a crowded boat in the middle of the ocean. Her husband comforted her by saying that this was ridiculous, as her mother was safe in London. The next day, she heard of this disaster, and read that one of the survivors was indeed her mother.

Later, the mother confirmed that she was in a perilously swaying lifeboat just at the time her daughter had the nightmare. She was making a surprise visit to see her.

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Many similar stories could be told – but two of the weirdest must be told here.

The first concerns an American, Morgan Robertson, a sailor-turned-writer of sea stories. He liked to get into a writing mood by having his study laid out like a ship’s cabin. In 1898 – fourteen years before the Titanic disaster, he was in this study, drifting into a kind of writingtrance, and he ‘saw’ a huge ship looming into his vision. It was a gigantic liner, and as it came into view he saw its name, THE TITAN, and the word ‘unsinkable’ came into his mind. Seeing it more clearly, he realised that there were only twenty-four lifeboats… and just ahead, looming in the fog, he saw a deadly iceberg…

Strange details came to him: spacious cabins… decks like promenades… unsinkable… indestructible.. seventyfive thousand tons… nearly 3000 humans in danger… – In fact, with uncanny precision, he wrote and published his book The Wreck of the Titan in 1898, virtually foretelling the real event by more than a decade.

Even before this, an even stranger premonition occurred. This time, in the

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Stead was passionately concerned with all sorts of campaigns to help and save others. He was an editor and a lecturer, and one of his concerns was with safety at sea. In 1910 he gave a lecture in London in which he imagined himself desperately floundering in the sea and calling for help.

Chillingly, he visited a famous psychic, who told him he should beware of water and stay away from the sea.

Later, that same psychic, Count Louis Hamon, wrote to him to specify that ‘travel would be dangerous in the

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month of April, 1912.’

Stead even consulted another psychic, W. de Kerlor, who told him – to his great surprise – that he would go to America.. adding ‘I can only see half the ship…

You can guess the rest…

Yes, William Stead did buy a ticket for the maiden voyage of The Titanic.

And drowned.

David Hilliam • • • • • • • • David Hilliam is a local writer and lecturer, and is Secretary of the Southbourne Literary Society. His latest books, The Little Book of Dorset and Tig’s Boys, are available in all good bookshops.

SOUTHBOURNE LITERARY SOCIETY This friendly book-lovers’ society meets monthly in the Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Southbourne, and is open to all.

The next meeting is on Wednesday 18 April, when Stuart Gillespie will be remembering ‘Great Entertainers’. The second half of this meeting will be the Society’s Annual General Meeting.

The Society will be holding its usual May Coffee Morning on Saturday 12 May, with free entry, Book Sale, and Raffle.

All those interested in books and the arts are warmly welcome .

For more information contact David Hilliam by phone on 01202 251356 or by email at davidhilliam@ntlworld.com

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New drought tolerant planting masterclass from Knoll Gardens Internationally acclaimed plantsman and Butterflies, which is light, airy and very RHS judge, Neil Lucas is running a new happy in dry sunny conditions.

Masterclass, on Drought Tolerant Planting “With hosepipe bans effecting much of at his Dorset-based Knoll Gardens this the country there has never been a better summer. time to take a fresh look at your choice of This timely new gardening masterclass plants, your individual garden situation takes participants back to basics to and your gardening style,” said Neil. discover how to use the right plant in the “Visitors to Knoll are frequently surprised right place to create beautiful, low by just how little effort is required to have maintenance gardens that will thrive in stunning borders all year round. I hope drought conditions. this new Drought Tolerant Masterclass Knoll’s naturalistic four acre garden is will inspire them to look afresh at their known nationally for its stunning planting planting schemes and reduce not only the combining rare trees and shrubs with effort they have to put in, but also the modern grasses and perennials; yet it has amount of water required to create their conditions which would test many own spectacular gardens, regardless of ‘traditional’ gardeners. It is in a frost the vagaries of the British weather.” pocket, a rain shadow area, naturally dry, Knoll’s Drought Tolerant Masterclasses run and on sandy soil - all qualifications which on 26 July and 30 August at 2pm and cost make Knoll’s situation an ideal base from £30 including refreshments. To book, or for which to learn easily transferable drought more information go online to the website www.knollgardens.co.uk or call the nursery tolerant planting techniques. on 01202 873931.

Course participants will also be able to see Neil’s latest project, an extension of his gravel garden, in progress. At around 400 metres, an d mostly open to the sun, planting includes fountain grasses such as Pennisetum Red Head and villosum, Stipa Gold Fontaene, Festuca Tomales Bay and even Muhlenbergia rigens which revels in ultra-dry, welldrained situations. The The gravel garden at Knoll in high summer, pictured from mid grasses will be planted with back left: Stipa Gold Fontaene with Gaura Whirling Butterflies in other flowering perennials front and a Nepeta providing the blue contrast. Euphorbia and including Gaura Whirling Phlomis in the centre are also both good drought tolerant plants.

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Caring Staff Personalised Funerals Pre-payment Plans Choice of Memorials Flower Ordering Home Visits 24 Hour Service Private Remembrance Room

8 Victoria Road, Ferndown Dorset, BH22 9HZ

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Boscombe & Southbourne Probus Club We are a club of retired & semi-retired gentlemen who meet on the second Thursday of each month with a speaker followed by lunch. 10th May is our AGM so there is no speaker.

Our meetings are held at: The Liston Hotel, 5 Wollstonecraft Rd, Boscombe, Bournemouth, BH5 1JQ We also have outings, coffee mornings, theatre trips and dinner dances.

If you are interested in joining, please contact our Honorary Secretary Chris Freeman on 01202 430265 or via email at chrisnfreeman@gmail.com. www.boscombeandsouthbourneprobusclub.co.uk

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Long term rental also available on request

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Reliance Build Specialising in Extensions, New Builds, Refurbishments, Drainage, Landscaping and all types of building work.

Please call for a no obligation quote.

Full references available.

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Do you Love Fish too?

Fresh seafood fans and foodies have been flocking to Southbourne since Julia Lane opened the doors of Love Fish last December, complete with wet fish counter, deli and café.

Born from a Piscean’s passion for cooking and eating seafood, and inspired by Julia’s travels around the world, Love Fish specialises in the freshest possible seafood, locally sourced wherever possible.

A wide range of fish and seafood is delivered daily according to availability. But if you want something particular for a special occasion, just let Julia know and she will happily source it for you from further afield. She’ll even fix you up with recipe ideas if you need some inspiration.

But Love Fish is not just for seafood lovers.

The deli section contains a constantly changing range of delicious goodies including local, regional and international products, from Dorset ‘Chococo’ chocolates through to Japanese sushi rice.

And when you’ve done your shopping – or just want to chat to Julia and her team, and watch the world go by – they’re now serving Monmouth coffee in the café, alongside homemade cakes and artisan biscuits.

Like Fish? Want more fresh fish?

Come to Love Fish @ 38a Southbourne Grove, Southbourne, BH6 3RA Pre-ordering service available, for that special occasion.

Phone 01202 280747 or @LoveFish1 Opening Times: Tues-Sat 9am-5pm

Mention you read about Love Fish here and you can purchase any regular sized Monmouth coffee for just £1.50, until the end April 2012.

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Invisible Hearing Arrives in Dorset “Feeling 10 years younger. Surprising friends by overhearing their whispered conversation. Marvelling at how small they really are. Wondering why I waited so long.”

Whether you are considering hearing aids or are currently an existing wearer, you may be wondering if it is possible to get a device that is so small no one will notice you are wearing it, and yet so powerful that you can hear clearly in any situation.

Nano is the perfect new solution from Phonak. Their smallest ever in-the-ear hearing aid, it delivers outstanding sound quality whilst sitting discreetly in the ear canal out of sight.

This new hearing device has many advanced features for better understanding in background noise and can automatically adapt to your ever changing environments.

Whether you are playing sports, socialising

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with family and friends or simply watching a movie at home – Nano will ensure your hearing is never compromised.

Heather Cowell says, “We all care about our appearance and the image we present to the outside world. Unfortunately there are some negative images of hearing aids and we are constantly trying to break through those barriers. We believe that this product is the change we have been waiting for.

Brilliant, sparkling hearing can now be restored without any visible outward signs.

For those who are looking for a private and discreet solution - we believe that the Phonak Nano is the answer.”

Clarity Hearing Solutions are one of the first dispensers to supply and fit this amazing new solution.

For more details pop into one of their regular hearing advice sessions or call 01202 478881.

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R J S Deem Professional Garden Services

Local Southbourne Business Est 10 years – fully insured We specialise in:Garden Clearance • General Garden Tidy Up Small/Medium Tree Lopping & Removal Grass & Hedge Cutting • Lawns & Borders Grounds Maintenance of:Flats, Rest Homes, Business Parks, etc.

For a free quotation call Robert Deem on 07966 412012

* Please note that the loft must have less than 60mm (under some schemes less than 100mm) of existing insulation to qualify for free and some larger properties may incur a charge, but allowances are very generous. In many cases Council, County Council and NHS funding in Dorset is available to help with those costs.

STAIR PARTS Refurbish your stairs with our quality turnings, handrails and mouldings Please phone for brochure. Free advice and measuring service.

Installation arranged if required.

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Other joinery work undertaken. Hardwood/ Softwood supplied and machined to order.

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Through your local Energy Advice Centre in association with all Dorset Local Authorities. Dorset Energy Advice Centre only uses local well established installers to carry out the work for you. DEAC and your Local Authority do not endorse any companies who cold call either on the doorstep or over the telephone.

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Slimmer’s joy at the pitter patter of tiny feet Rhonda, 42, from Bournemouth joined Slimming World hoping it would help her to start the family she so desperately wanted.

Struggling with her weight since her early 20’s, she was drawn to every diet that was marketed, from ones that promised quick fix results to calorie counting every morsel that passed her lips. She lost a few pounds here and there but always gained the weight back and more. The final straw came when she struggled to fall pregnant and the despair her & her husband felt for nearly 2 years. They found out there were no medical explanations, but her doctor suggested trying to lose some weight. Carrying excess weight can cause high blood pressure and various other health implications, so this definitely would not be helping the situation.

It was then she decided to join Slimming World as this is the only national weight management club in the UK who continues to give support to members who become pregnant and has a unique partnership with the RCM (Royal College of Midwives) Alliance.

A friend at work also wanted to shed a few pounds so they choose the Tuckton group as it was nearest to work and they became ‘diet buddies’. They couldn’t believe how much you could fill up on good healthy foods without counting a thing, found Food Optimising and Extra Easy so simple to follow and were astonished that you could eat a Full English breakfast and not put on weight. They lost 7lb between them in the 1st week, in 5 months Rhonda had lost 1 and a half stone, her blood pressure had dropped to normal and was elated when she received confirmation that finally she was pregnant.

The hardest part was keeping it from her diet buddy for those first 12 weeks. They had gone through such a supportive journey together she felt awful making excuses each week when the baby weight started to gain whilst her buddy was still losing but the consultant Janice was amazing, she knew her situation and was extremely confidential at all times.

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gave her the knowledge to follow a healthy diet that was best for her and her baby.

Despite this, understandably she put on 3st during pregnancy. Having all the books still from group she convinced herself that once baby was born she could ‘go it alone’.

However 10 months later she was still kidding herself because once her little boy started on solids, leftovers of a well know brand of rusk and full fat mini yoghurt became part of her daily diet. She was not losing any weight although she seemed to be constantly on her feet. She avoided looking at herself in the mirror and found it hard looking at any photos of herself even with her beautiful baby; this in particular really saddened her.

There was only one thing for it, the missing ingredient was a Slimming World group, the support you receive at group during Image Therapy is key to a successful weight loss and most importantly keeping it off. She re-joined the Verwood group in September 2011 at 12st 6lb, hit her club 10 by week 12 and has already lost an incredible 2 stone.

Rhonda says, “I am so happy with my new life and feel fantastic!!! I have all the energy I need to run around after my little boy and I look the best I have ever looked. I know I can help others enjoy the same weight loss success and I love sharing my story so much that I am opening my own group on Wednesday April 11th 7pm at West Cliff Baptist Church. Slimming World really has changed my life and it could change so many others too”.

For more details call Rhonda on 07875 686867.

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New Consultant from 11th April

WEDNESDAY — 7pm WESTBOURNE (BOURNEMOUTH) West Cliff Baptist Church 41 Poole Road Westbourne

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Heard the cuckoo yet?

The sound of the cuckoo’s song is a traditional sign of spring, announcing the arrival of warmer weather and longer days. The cuckoo has a firm place in British folklore, and is a cherished summer visitor from sub-Saharan Africa, arriving in Britain in late April or early May. It can be seen throughout the country in open woodland areas, and is most abundant in the south. The cuckoo’s summer stay with us is rather brief, though, as the adults head back south in July and August, followed by the juveniles about a month later.

The cuckoo sound of the male’s song is instantly recognisable, but in flight, this medium sized, blue and grey bird can be mistaken for kestrel and sparrowhawk.

Male and female are rather similar in appearance and the juveniles are brown.

Apart from its song, the cuckoo is probably best known for being a brood parasite, as the female lays a single egg to be incubated in the nest of its chosen host species; reed warbler, dunnock or meadow pipit. The youngster, not to be outdone by its mother in the art of deception, ejects its ‘siblings’ as soon as it has hatched, thus securing the foster parents’ full attention at feeding times. The

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cuckoos feed mostly on insects; caterpillars, beetles and ants. Bright coloured, hairy caterpillars are on the top of their list, as their digestive system is well adapted to tolerate them.

The cuckoo is currently a red list species of conservation concern, its numbers having been in steep decline for over two decades. The reasons for the decline are currently being investigated, but there are believed to be multiple factors, such as a reduction in prey species, especially caterpillars, changes in the cuckoos’ habitats here and in Africa, and even climate change.

Niina Silvennoinen Why not join one of our guided walks and events this spring? Visit the website dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/events for details.

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A stay at The Cloud Hotel will give you the opportunity to relax, unwind and enjoy yourself.

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