The Bournemouth Directory - August 2011

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The Bournemouth Directory Edition 6

Published by: Debbie & Stephen Corney of Dorset Publications

Telephone: 01202 894397

Email: info@thebournemouthdirectory.co.uk

Copy deadline for September edition: 23rd August 2011 Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the publisher cannot accept any liability to any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.

The Bournemouth Directory does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the publication. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

Dear Bournemouth, So the holiday season is upon us. Hayden, our son, has gone to Grandma and Grandad’s for a couple of weeks up North. He could not wait to get in the car! When I called this evening and Grandma asked if he wanted to speak to me, his casual response was “No that’s fine”. I guess he is doing well then! Funny aren’t they. I can’t blame him… boat trips, quad bikes, fishing, parks, games and undivided attention. That’s what Grandparents are for hey. We are very lucky. I hope if you are a grandparent that you get to see your grandchildren too.

So — despite all the fun of the summer (and I do hope we get some more sunshine) do take a look through The Bournemouth Directory and get some help in the house, have the garden maintained, your bike MOT’d, update your insurance, have a loft conversion or indeed get lots of things done that you haven’t gotten around to yet. All of the advertisers inside will be very willing to help. Please give them a call and do mention the Directory! I always love to hear that the local people are getting lots of calls. There are of course many articles from local organisations and clubs who would also love to hear from you. There is a full index on page 30. The very lucky winner of the Big Three at the BIC last month was Rachel Drew. Well done to you and we hope you have a great day out with the family. This month the prize is two tickets to The Musicosity Festival. Good luck!

Steve and I wish you all a fabulous summer!!

Very Best Wishes,

Debbie

Useful Telephone Numbers Local Police Bournemouth Airport Central Library Emergency Electric

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01202 222222 01202 364000 01202 454848 0800 0280 247

Royal B’mouth Hosp B’mouth Council Bmth & W.H. Water Emergency Gas

01202 303626 01202 451451 01202 590059 0800 111 999

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Scaling new heights at Porchester SPORTING records were broken and staff The night saw achievement awards retirements honoured at the official presented to students from every year opening of a Bournemouth school’s new group. state-of-the-art million pound sports hall.

“It was a special night for Portchester’s The Roy Moore Sports Hall at Portchester pupils and staff and to showcase our School marks a pivotal moment in the wonderful new sporting facilities,” said secondary’s history as for the first time Mr Bradey. pupils will have their very own sporting facilities after sharing neighbouring “This hall will give the school and community an excellent facility which will Avonbourne’s for the past 26 years.

T h e h a l l , n a m e d a f t e r a f o r m e r benefit all ages and abilities and will Portchester governor who passed away inspire and improve everyone’s sporting this year, will also provide premier and life chances.” badminton facilities for the community With a floor space of more than 1,200 sq and other local schools thanks to key metres, the hall boasts seven badminton funding from Badminton England as part courts, an 11m climbing wall with 17 of the project. routes, including beginners and traversing At the official opening more than 500 walls, changing and spectator facilities, guests saw year 9 pupils smash the British four volleyball courts as well as providing one hour rowing relay record for under- for a multitude of other activities.

14s by seven minutes, as well as enjoy a climbing display from other students.

Pupils from Avonbourne School performed their professionally choreographed Earth Charter Project dance, while awardwinning Portchester Table Tennis Club showcased their skills.

Headteacher Chris Bradey, who is leaving this month following 12 years at the school, was also h o n ou r e d al o n g s i d e oth e r Chris Bradey retiring headteacher with pupils showcasing retiring staff such as Len Idle their wall climbing skills at the official opening of the Roy Moore Sports Hall at Portchester School who has notched up 21 years.

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When did you last have your hearing checked?

Now approaching their second year in Christchurch High Street, Clarity Hearing Solutions have become one of the fastest growing independent hearing healthcare specialists in the country.

The experience and expertise offered by the Clarity team has helped many local residents rediscover the joy of better hearing over the past year.

They have recently teamed up with Shelley Medical Centre in Beechwood Avenue, Bournemouth to offer a FREE drop-in hearing performance check on Monday mornings from 9am until 12pm.

Director Heather Cowell says “It is a fact that one in six people in the UK have a hearing loss – that’s over ten million people, but many don’t take the opportunity to have their hearing assessed. This new

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service at Shelley Medical Centre allows anyone who is concerned about their hearing to pop in for advice and a free hearing check “ Mr. P. B. of Christchurch, now a client of Clarity Hearing Solutions, recently wrote to say “ ..the difference in my hearing is dramatic, you exceeded my hopes….I am so pleased Mike recommended I consult you.”

So, why not make Monday your better hearing day? Pop along to see Heather (right) at the Shelley Manor Medical Centre – you don’t even need to make an appointment.

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

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

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Talking about wildlife with

Bees

The buzzing drone of a bee is a familiar sound and a sign of summer to us all. There are over 250 different types of wild bee in the UK, from the biggest bumble bees down to small solitary bees, and the part that they play in our ecosystem, food chain and economy is invaluable. Bumble and honeybees live in colonies, whereas solitary bees build their own nests and are not dependent on others. Most bees feed on pollen and nectar, although leaf cutter bees feed their larvae on chewed leaves instead of pollen. Some bees, such as cuckoo bumble bees and some solitary bees, don’t collect their own pollen but lay their eggs in other bees’ nests as parasites.

Many plants and flowers depend directly on the pollination carried out by bees, as do dozens of crops, including an estimated one third of human food sources. However, despite their importance to us and the environment, bees are facing severe threats and even possible extinction caused by modern farming practices, increased chemical use, disease and loss of habitat.

Our meadows no longer support the wide variety of wild flowers they once did, and many hedgerows have been lost in the last few decades, leading to a loss of vital food sources for the bees.

Some bumblebee species have already vanished altogether and others are in decline. Urgent action is required to ensure the survival of our bee populations, and everyone can do their part to help reduce the plight of bees.

By not using chemicals and by

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growing traditional garden and native wild flowers such as foxglove, lavender, catmint, comfrey and clovers, you can create a natural, bee friendly habitat. Try to introduce wild vetches such as bird’s foot trefoil and red clover in to your lawn or at least part of it. The pollen is particularly pr o t ei n-r i ch a nd v er y i m po r t a nt f o r developing bumble bee embryos. Smaller bees will prefer single, open or flat-headed flowers such as daisies, scabious and evening primrose. Herbs are also excellent bee plants. Putting up a nesting box or tube is easy and providing a home for bees will benefit your garden as well.

For more information on bee friendly gardening, see: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/wg

Niina Silvennoinen The humble bumble bee

Photo by Ken Dolbear

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Also: • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Tiling • Carpentry

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THE ROYAL MARINES ARE BACK IN TOWN The Royal Marines Association Concert Band are performing once again for an afternoon concert at Lighthouse Poole on Sunday 4th September at 3pm in aid of Royal Marines Charities, and the local charity The Friends of Dolphin, a Trust dedicated to giving free boat trips to disabled members of the community.

Back for a 3rd visit by public demand, as always there will be a comprehensive range of music to suit all tastes from popular marches to big band, theatre & film music, classics etc & the traditional Sunset finale - No one should be disappointed with a band that has over 1800 years worth of musical experience!

Being former serving RM Musicians, we haven't quite lost our touch yet !!

The band is under the direction of Capt David Cole MVO LRAM RM a retired Officer and former Director of Music of the HM Royal Yacht Band, his outstanding drive and panache has brought the band into the

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forefront of concert music in Europe, so make a date in your diary and enjoy the sights and sounds and the proud tradition of HM Royal Marines.

A CONCERT IN AID OF THE “FRIENDS OF DOLPHIN”

You will be supporting a local Charity “The Friends of Dolphin” which since 1982 has taken over 30,000 disabled people for free boat trips around Poole Harbour.

This is the band’s third annual concert and an occasion not to be missed.

Director of Music Capt David Cole MVO MMUS ARCM RM

SUNDAY 4th SEPTEMBER at 3pm BOX OFFICE: 0844 4068666 TICKETS FROM £11.50

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The Art Memorial Co. Ltd. Est. 1946

Genuine Mexican Clay Chimeneas Imported from Mexico, our chimeneas are all hand made from high quality clay. Clay chimeneas have been used for many years for heating, cooking and baking. They are shaped to burn very effectively.

The clay body radiates heat and so it is easy to fill a patio with a welcoming warmth. Whether it is a plain colour chimenea or a decorative design that is chosen, our clay chimeneas will enhance any garden or patio area.

The Art Memorial Company has a large range of chimeneas, all shapes and sizes, importing through four separate companies with probably the largest selection in the South of the UK.

Telephone: 01202 741474 260 Bournemouth Road, Poole, BH14 9AN www.theartmemorialcompany.co.uk

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Just some of our fine clay chimeneas

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Simple Sudoku Perfect for your coffee break!

The one rule: Fill in all blank cells making sure that each row, each column and each 3 by 3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9.

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Firework Nights!

Every Thursday night this August 7-10pm The Sandbanks Hotel Terrace proudly present their Fireworks Nights! £20 per person, including:-

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01202 707377 for more details

or email reservations@fjbhotels.co.uk

Dinner from the BBQ Menu Table Service Inside and outside heated seating Evening entertainment from two bands Best view of the fireworks in front of the hotel!

£15 per child (up to 15yrs), including:- Dinner from the BBQ AND a soft drink - Full kids programme hosted by Funsters

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Dates: August 11th / 18th / 25th

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DORSET FLAT ROOFING • Approved Installer of

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Blinding Inspiration for your Windows Known for their quality, Ashley Blinds have a reputation throughout the trade for seeking out the best products at the best prices. As an independent company they are targeted by every major manufacturer in the UK and across Europe. The result is a cutting edge range of products at the keenest of prices for every customer.

In two or three areas Ashley have exclusive products. Their Roman blinds, cassette rollers and outside blinds are first choice for 1000's of customers throughout Dorset.

Ashley Romans offer an enormous selection of totally exclusive fabrics and every blind is hand finished by curtain professionals. Everything about the Ashley Romans collection shouts quality, except the price, which, once again, they keep very reasonable.

Today's gardens offer a continental style living space when covered with an Ashley awning. Using Europe's leading supplier of hardware and coverings of the customer's choice, Ashley create a luxury living space in your garden. Choose from electric or manual, attached to the building or free standing. They even have awnings that fit

Free Standing Garden Awning

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Rollplus - Cassette Roller to your conservatory roof giving the very best of cooling and shading for that all important garden room.

Controlling the heat and light in your conservatory can be a daunting task.

What a refreshing change to find a blinds company that can advise on window film and solar protection as well as state of the art fabrics and home design.

Ashley do seem to have become the blind of choice throughout Dorset. If you are considering any type of blind you should definitely be talking to Ashley Blinds for their depth of knowledge and wide range of choice on 01202 661920.

Dutch Canopies at Piplers on Poole Quay

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August’s Gardening Tips From Paul Chatfield of Chatfield’s Garden & Property Services Always give your plants good thoughts!

Trees and Shrubs Some trees and shrubs that have flowered can now be pruned. They should be pruned after flowering. If bearing fruit, prune after cropping.

Climbers and Wall-Plants Clematis shoots are now in vigorous growth, if training regularly secure them to their supports. Wisteria can be pruned back to four or five leaves now.

Roses If there are two few new canes one or two of the oldest strong ones can be kept; cut back their side shoots to between four and six inches (ten to fifteen cms).

Borders and Beds To keep up the vigour of flowering plants they should be watered well and fed fortnightly. Give a good mulch afterwards. Always pick flowers regularly.

Bulbs and Corms Daffodil bulbs that were lifted after flowering and placed in store should be planted towards end of month, or any spring bulbs.

Fruit As soon as the last fruit has been picked all su mmer-fru iting raspberries & blackcurrants should be pruned before the end of the month.

Vegetables All spring vegetables should be sown in the first two weeks of August e.g. cabbage, radish, parsley, winter spinach.

Greenhouse and Frame Cyclamen tubers rested during the summer may be started into growth again, knock them from their pots and replant them in potting compost.

House Plants While away, to keep plants well watered place them in a large clear bag with a little water in the bottom, blowing up bag and tied tight.

Chatfield’s Garden & Property Services North 2, Sway Storage & Workshops Barrows Lane, Sway, Lymington Hants, SO41 6DD Tel: 01590 682828 Mobile: 07821 610923

Rock Gardens and pools Old flowering stems should be cut down to prevent from unwanted reseeding. Be sure to keep pools filled to make up for loss by evaporation.

Lawns To make a new lawn or fill in bare patches seed should be sown before the end of the month.

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BOURNEMOUTH SPE@KERS CLUB A small friendly group meeting every other Tuesday through the Winter. Held at the Carrington House Hotel Bournemouth at 7:30pm starting 13th September.

September Practice speaking to a small group of people to gain confidence and experience in speaking in public. Three social events a year, barbeque, guest night and annual dinner.

A great evening with plenty of humour and entertainment. Come along to see what we do.

Just turn up or contact

Geoff 01202 707857 or Marion 01202 393396 for further information.

First 3 meetings are free. www.bournemouthspeakers.org.uk

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VULCAN EFFECT SPREADS TO A SECOND DISPLAY Avro Vulcan confirmed for second Festival appearance Bournemouth Air Festival organisers have confirmed that the mighty Avro Vulcan will now be able to display twice thanks to the support of S&D Leisure, who are supporting Saturday’s display, and Bournemouth Airport, the appearance supporter for Sunday.

Jon Weaver, Bournemouth Air Festival director says; “What a great addition to an already great flying programme.

We’re so pleased to have the Vulcan for a second display, so a big thank you to S&D Leisure and Bournemouth Airport for their generous contribution.”

Stanley Reeves, owner of S&D Leisure said; “We’re proud to support the Vulcan display on Saturday where she’ll be joining the Red Arrows and Tornado Role Demo for what I’m sure will be another great Festival ‘power hour’. It’s certainly going to get loud!”

The Bournemouth Air Festival will be taking place at Bournemouth seafront on August 18th to the 21st and boasts a line up that includes the Red Arrows and The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

Sally Windsor from Bournemouth Airport said; “The Vulcan is such a tremendous crowd-puller at every event she displays at, so the opportunity to bring her to Bournemouth was too tempting to pass up.”

The imposing bomber is operated by the Vulcan to the Sky Trust, who are delighted at the opportunity to display a second time. CEO of the Trust Dr Robert Pleming said; “We have always said that Bournemouth is a real highlight for us. The flight path along the beach is glorious, the huge crowds very enthusiastic and the reception to the Vulcan is always extremely warm, so we’re very grateful to S&D Leisure for allowing us to extend the Vulcan effect to a second display”.

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Avro Vulcan with bomb bay doors open

Avro Vulcan displays above the Pier Theatre in Bournemouth

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Christchurch based Keith Motors took on skydive in aid of Oakhaven Hospice the sky at 125 miles per hour and the remaining 5,000ft was a tandem parachute.

Robin Webb, dealer principal says “It was the most amazing experience of my life, the team and I are privileged to have taken part in this charity skydive. Oakhaven Hospice is close to our hearts and we are happy to have raised over £2500 for them – well done to everyone who took part!”

Keith Motors team taking part in the charity skydive Keith Motors of Christchurch recently took p ar t i n a ch ari ty e v en t for Hampshire-based Oakhaven Hospice, called ‘Jump with Jill’. Four members of the Keith Motors team jumped 10,000ft out of a plane at Netheravon Army airport, and they raised over £2500 for the Oakhaven Hospice Trust. The trust provides care and support for those who are facing lifelimiting illnesses.

There were a total of 31 people involved in the Oakhaven ch arity even t, where four of the Keith Motors team included; Robin Webb, dealer principal, Colin Walker, service manager, Steve Meredith, parts manager and Jon Winter, warranty administrator.

5,000ft of the sky dive was a free fall, where they fell from

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Keith Motors of Christchurch is a family run Ford Dealership and has been running for 60 years. The company has been a Ford Dealer since 1980, and offers sales, parts, services, rapid fit and rental.

For further information on Keith Motors, go to www.keithmotors.com or call 01425 271371.

Keith Motors team’s donation to Oakhaven Hospice

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Some Dorset Bones and Burials

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rue s o m e pe r ha ps , b ut nevertheless fascinating, Dorset has some odd tales to tell about some of its burials.

Take Mrs Perkins, for instance…

She died in 1783, terrified of being buried alive, and so gave the strictest of instructions that her coffin should have a hinged lid. She wanted to be able to push it open if she suddenly woke up after her funeral. She also ordered that she should lie in a building with a special lock to its door that could only be opened from the inside.

Imagining every awkward possibility, she even stipulated that the building should be near the school which used to be in St Michael’s Loft in Christchurch Priory – guessing that the kids there would hear her shouts if ever she managed to squeeze out of her coffin but be unable to get out of the building!

If you go close to Christchurch Priory today, just beyond the east end, in the grounds beside the river walk you can find a weirdly puzzling building. It intrigues those who walk by, as there is no indication as to what it is.

It is, of course, the building where old Mrs Perkins lay for twenty years after her death. It’s empty now, as she was taken to be buried with her

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husband when he died.

It’s an odd tale, but has a spice of adventure attached to it, because it may well have been used by Dorset smugglers as a hiding-place for their contraband goods.

——————————— And what about the story of the Dorset Saxon King whose bones were kept for years in an old cutlery-box in the vaults of the then Midland Bank in Woking!

The King in question was the teenager, Edward the Martyr, killed by his wicked stepmother so that she could put her own son, Ethelred the Unready, on the throne.

Edward’s bones were lost for centuries after Shaftesbury Abbey was destroyed by Henry VIII. Dramatically, they were rediscovered in the 1930’s. However, they became the object of a bitter quarrel between two brothers who both claimed ownership.

While the brothers engaged in a lengthy legal argument, Edward’s royal bones were lodged with the Midland Bank in Woking. However, eventually they were given as relics to Russian Orthodox monks who now keep them in a shrine in Brookwood Cemetery. People come from far and wide to venerate them…

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Find us online at www.thebournemouthdirectory.co.uk Do you remember Robin Day, the TV presenter and interviewer? He was the Jeremy Paxman of his time, and cabinet ministers were terrified of being quizzed by him. His grave is in Whitchurch Canonicorum, where the headstone declares: In loving memory of SIR ROBIN DAY, THE GRAND INQUISITOR. ——————————— When you next see Old Harry Rocks, think of the novelist H. G. Wells, whose War of the Worlds more or less gave a kick-start to the entire genre of science fiction. After cremation, Wells’s ashes were cast into the sea next to Old Harry.

——————————— And in Halstock you can find a tombstone commemorating John Pitt, whose astonishing long life enabled him to live in three centuries!

He was born in January 1799 and died in January 1901. He lived in the reigns of four monarchs – George III, George IV, William IV, and Victoria.

If only he’d managed to survive just two more days he would also have lived in the reign of Edward VII! ——————————— These stories and many more can be found in David Hilliam’s most recent book, The Little Book of Dorset, (£9.99 from most bookshops). David is a local writer and lecturer, and is

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the Secretary of Southbourne Literary Society – the lively, friendly book-lovers’ group who meet monthly in the autumn and spring to listen to talks on literature and the arts. Next season, which begins on Sept 15th in Trinity Methodist Church, Southbourne, features Alan Chedzoy on William Barnes, Beverley Naidoo, the internationally famous writer on apartheid, and Alan Burridge, who is speaking on crimewriting. David Hilliam can be contacted on 01202 251356 or by email davidhilliam@ntlworld.com.

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Garden Services Chatfield’s Garden Services................................. 21 Hearing Aid Services Clarity Hearing Solutions .................................... 8 Hotels & Restaurants Sandbanks Hotel ................................................. 15 Hot Tub Hire Party Tub Hire..................................................... 32 Kitchens First Class Kitchens.............................................. 23 Landscaping Supplies Suttles................................................................. 9 Loft Services Loft Services........................................................ 7 Memorial Masons Minster Memorials ............................................. 11 Mexican Chimeneas The Art Memorial Co. Ltd.................................... 13 Mobile Discos Upfront Discos .................................................... 13 Motorcycle Services BLD Group........................................................... 17 Plumbing & Heating PLH Heating ........................................................ 14 Printers Dorset Digital Print ............................................. 27 Property Maintenance Chatfield’s Property Services............................... 21 Cool Home Improvements .................................. 2 Rob & Julia Home and Garden Services .............. 11 Public Speaking Bournemouth Speakers Club............................... 23 Puzzles & Competitions Prize Wordsearch................................................ 25 Sudoku................................................................ 14 Records & Memorabilia Rosered Records ................................................. 5 Roofing Dorset Flat Roofing ............................................. 16 Shipping & Delivery Postcare.............................................................. 7 Stair Parts & Woodworking Briggs Products................................................... 9 Tailors Fox Tailoring ....................................................... 31 Website Hosting BizGen................................................................. 27 Windows, Doors & Conservatories Richard Thomas .................................................. 19

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