The Christchurch Directory - May 2011

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Hello Christchurch!

Wow, what great weather we have had! I hope you had a chance to get out into the Edition 57 garden and catch up with those things that just don’t seem to get done… We had a super time going down to the beach, having a meal out as well as spending time in our own garden for a change.

Do use the businesses inside the Directory wherever you can. All of the people are local and ready to help you. From gardens to kitchens to blinds and shutters. From photographers to home care to plumbers, Published by: conservatories and fashion - we have just Debbie & Stephen Corney the people for the job! Please say you Dorset Publications found them inside The Christchurch Directory. I love to hear that you and the Telephone: advertisers are happy. There is of course 01202 894397 our useful index on page 30 where you will find all of the advertisers and local Email: info@thechristchurchdirectory.co.uk clubs who are in the magazine.

The lucky winner of the tickets to the Copy deadline for Celtic Tenors was Derrick Hendy of June 2011 edition: Brisbane Road! Well done and we hope 25th May 2011 you have a good evening out.

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Linwood College orchestra visit twin town for concerts Memb ers of th e Lin wood College orchestra from Christch urch, New Zealand visited their twin town in Dorset to be greeted by the Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr Nick Geary.

The orchestra played two concerts in the Dorset town as the culmination of their European tour which has seen them playing in Rome, Peruggia, Florence, Venice, Salzburg and Paris before arriving in London for a concert at Westminster Abbey on ANZAC day.

Some members of the orchestra stayed with host families from Twynham School, who have an exchange programme with the New Zealand school, while others stayed at Avon Tyrrell Activity Centre.

Although the tour had been planned some time ago, it was put into jeopardy by the devastating earthquake which hit Christchurch, New Zealand earlier this year.

Tony Ryan, the conductor of the orchestra and Head of Music at Linwood College, said: “Two weeks after the earthquake I thought there was no way that the tour could go ahead, but some very determined people started contacting the students, who themselves were determined to find a way of making sure the tour would still happen.

“I think we all saw it as a way of getting beyond the earthquake and trying to cope with life again.

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“There was a silver lining in the financial support that we got from the community which has made it a much easier trip. The moral support we’ve had has been equally important, knowing that people in other parts of the world have been thinking of us.

“The tour has been amazing with big crowds and standing ovations at every concert. The students are really at the top of their form, partially because of the extra rehearsal time they have had. The earthquake meant that there was no school for two weeks and since then we’ve had to share buildings with another sch ool an d we only stu dy in th e afternoons so every morning has been given over to rehearsals.”

The Mayor greeted the students and said: “We are extending a very warm welcome to the students. I wish them every success for the remainder of their time in Christchurch and look forward to hearing the beautiful music they’ll be playing.”

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Visit the one-stop shop for all your embroidery, haberdashery, beading, patchwork & quilting needs Did you know there is a new specialist embroidery and needlecrafts shop opened in Bargates, Christchurch?

For Bonnie - the owner and manager Pinks is the result of a lifelong passion and her belief that needlecrafts are way over-due for a face lift to take them out of the 'old fashioned' and 'dusty' image that they so often have.

workshops and informal drop-in sessions.

So pop along for a browse and advice, or come along to the Wednesday and Friday morning drop-ins to see for yourself what Pinks has to offer!

Pinks aims to be a one-stop shop for ab solu tely every th in g to d o with needlecrafts - kits, fabrics, threads, ribbons, beads, patchwork & quilting supplies - the list is endless and the shop is an absolute treasure trove of goodies and colour! There are also regular classes for adults and children, as well as holiday

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Christchurch Mayor’s charity dinner raises £3,600 The charity dinner given by the Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr Nick Geary, has raised £3,600 for his charities.

The event took place at Christchurch Harbour Hotel where 120 guests were entertained before the dinner by the New Forest Children’s Choir and later by the pianist Adam Horwich, who is a student at Highcliffe School.

donated auction and raffle prizes which enabled us to raise such a large amount.

“I know that the money they will receive will make a big difference to all three charities.”

The funds raised will be divided between the Mayor’s three charities which this year are Christchurch Activities for Young People, First Opportunities and Portfield School.

The Mayor said: “I would like to thank everyone who attended the dinner for their support. I am also very grateful to the local businesses who so generously

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Support4Me

A support service for the whole family Support4Me is a friendly and professional service you can purchase, which provides support and care to help people maintain their independence.

We can provide a wide range of support to people including, help around the home and garden, support to get out and about, help with shopping, preparing meals and much more.

To find out how Support4Me can help you, contact us: We are a local not for profit exempt charity registered under the Industrial and Provident Societies Act 1965. No. 18497R

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Website: www.support4me.org.uk Phone: 0300 123 3330 E-mail: info@support4me.org.uk

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Dorset’s double photographic triumph comes to Moors Valley County Park The national photography exhibition, Take a View – Landscape Photographer of the Year opens at East Dorset’s Moors Valley Country Park, near Ringwood on 28th May. Always a stunning show, this year’s exhibition is sure to generate strong local interest as the overall winning shot not only depicts a Dorset scene but was also taken by a Dorset photographer.

Gillingham’s Antony Spencer is this year’s Landscape Photographer of the Year. He was awarded the prestigious title for his winning shot ‘Winter Mist at Corfe Castle, Dorset’ which captures the early morning magic surrounding the castle ruins.

Antony is the fourth holder of this prestigious title and the first overall winner from Dorset. His winning photograph will now take pride of place at the Moors Valley Country Park exhibition, amongst 100 other winning and commended images. These were selected from thousands of entries to represent the very best landscape photography in the UK.

with a total prize fund of over £20,000, an exhibition at the National Theatre and publication of a full-colour book of the best entries.

“We are delighted that so many of this year’s photographs not only depict local scenes but have been taken by local photographers who know and love the area,” said Katie Davies, Countryside Interpretation Ranger at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest. “It’s impossible not to be impressed by such a wonderful collection of powerful images and the glorious landscape they represent – especially when so much of it is right on your doorstep!”

The exhibition is in the Visitor Centre at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest from 28th May – 10th July 2010. It can be seen between 9:00am and 5:00 pm daily and entrance is free although car parking charges do apply within the Park.

For more information call 01425 470721 or visit www.moors-valley.co.uk.

A true testament to local talent, the work of nine local photographers is included in the exhibition.

Other local images feature a misty sunrise on the river at Wareham, Colmer’s Hill at Symondsbury, The Blackmore Vale, the old pier at Swanage, offseason at West Bay, pylons in the Marshwood Vale and Buckland Rings near Lymington. Every photograph attests to the beauty of the local countryside, while many also reveal a new perspective on an iconic image.

“I have been photographing the beautiful county of Dorset for the last five years and even now the Dorset landscape inspires and excites me as much as ever,” said Antony. “I can't think of a more stunning area to live in and to be able to call home.

With such a diverse landscape and coastline, Dorset is up there with any other area in the country for jaw-dropping natural beauty.”

The 'Take a view' - Landscape Photographer of the Year competition, is the brainchild of Charlie Waite, internationally acclaimed landscape photographer and another Dorset resident. His pivotal role in regenerating interest in landscape photography includes the creation of this prestigious competition

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Winter Mist at Corfe Castle, Dorset

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TIMELESS Beauty

together we can turn back time Set in a tranquil and private setting away from the hustle and bustle of every day life, Timeless Beauty’s clinic in Christchurch offers relaxing anti-ageing and beauty treatments for face and body, utilising the latest safe and effective non-surgical cosmetic methods from the world leaders in Anti-Ageing Technology.

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Hats on for Hordle’s Easter Hordle in the New Forest brushed up its French to welcome its twinning partners this weekend. Franglais was the order of the day when 18 local families hosted 45 of their French partners from Yerville in Normandy. Ages ranged from pensioners to just 3 years old, with several new families on both sides taking part in the exchange for the first time. The visit coincided with the Easter heatwave and included a trip to Portsmouth’s Historic Naval Dockyard to visit ‘Warrior’ and ‘Victory’.

The highlight of the visit was the Grand Easter Bonnet Parade which took place at an American Supper on Sunday 24 April at the Hordle WI Hall. Everyone agreed the brightly decorated tables with their yellow and white cloths and greenery really set the scene as families tucked into a wide selection of tasty home cooked dishes.

Then, French and English alike paraded up and down in a dazzling array of Easter headwear. This very English tradition had really fired French imaginations. Homemade hats of all shapes and sizes appeared, lovingly prepared and carefully brought across the channel for the occasion. English families were determined not to be outshone, also sporting some highly original designs. Judges had a tough job deciding on the best.

To round off the evening, the French twinning chairman Alain Gee had all the English in stitches as he practiced his English pronunciation with a few well-known English tongue-twisters before leading his committee in Abba’s ‘Money Money Money’.

English families waved goodbye to their French friends on Easter Monday with plans already afoot for the return visit to Yerville in 2012. Many had found new English

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friends and remained chatting on the pavement, long after the French coach had departed. First time hosts confessed they had felt slightly apprehensive beforehand but had found the experience deeply rewarding and were looking forward to visiting their new French friends next year.

A spokesman for the Association said: “The twinning experience is hard to describe. The depth of mutual affection and friendship that develops over one short weekend is quite amazing and it was fabulous to see so many French children really enjoying their first visit to England and being motivated to pick up a few words of English.”

Further events are planned this year. For more information and pictures of the exchange go to http://www.hordletwinning.co.uk. New members are always welcome.

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Waterford Lodge Hotel — Sample Dinner Menu Starters Homemade Soup of the Day - £3.95 Melon Cocktail (V) - £4.25 Served with Honey and Mint Yoghurt Goats Cheese Mousse (V) - £4.95 With Herb Croutons and Beetroot and Quincy Jelly Spiced Meat Balls - £5.50 Stuffed with Spinach and Walnut served with a Chilli and Raspberry Coulis

Smoked Salmon and Prawn Stack £7.50 With Pepper coulis and Basil dressing

Panfried Scallops - £8.50 With Artichoke puree, braised Leek and Chorizo

Main Courses Loin of Lamb - £15.50 Served with a Spinach & Parsnip Gratin, Seasonal Baby Vegetables and Madeira Jus

Roasted Fillet of Hake - £14.95 Served with a Squid & Herb puree, Tomato and Chorizo fondue and a Potato Cake

Slow Roasted Belly of Pork - £13.95 Served with braised Spicy Puy Lentil with Pancetta and Rosemary

Fillet of Beef - £21.50 Served with Gratin of Mushrooms, Sautéed Potatoes and Green Salad with a choice of Sauce – Red Wine, Peppercorn, or Liquorice

Grilled Chicken - £10.50 With Mustard & Crème Fraiche served with Cucumber Salad & grilled Cherry Vine Tomato

Vegetarian Dish of the Day - £8.50 Please see our Specials Board on the Bar

Special Dish of the Day – price to be advised Please see our Specials Board on the Bar

Game of the Day – price to be advised Please see our Specials Board on the Bar SIDE ORDERS - £2.50 each dish (serves 1-2 people) Green Salad, Seasonal Vegetables, Chunky Chips, Creamy Mash Potato, Minted New Potatoes, Dauphinoise Potatoes (V) – suitable for vegetarians

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Unwind & Dine… at the Waterford Our fine dining restaurant overlooks the hotels colourful private gardens. And is the place to be if you are looking for a personal, relaxing dining experience. Unwind with a drink in the lounge whilst your food is being freshly cooked to order.

An oasis of calm in the daytime and the perfect romantic spot for a candlelit dinner when the night falls.

Why not try something a little bit special, we have daily changing special dishes ranging from Wild Boar to Kangaroo, from Crocodile to Pheasant.

While our A La Carte Menu will suit most guests, it changes every three months to incorporate seasonal ingredients.

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Our fine dining restaurant overlooks the hotel’s private colourful gardens, and is the place to be if you are looking for a personal dining experience. Unwind in the lounge with a drink while your food is being freshly cooked to order.

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Our daily specials include dishes such as Crocodile, Kangaroo & Wild Boar

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HIGHCLIFFE EXHIBITION 2011 27th JULY—15th AUGUST

CLOSED SUNDAYS

WIDE VARIETY OF PICTURES AND CARDS FOR SALE REFRESHMENTS IN AID OF DIAL-A-BUS A group of 150 like minded people.

Most paint, others just enjoy

MEETINGS FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH DEMONSTRATIONS PROJECTED ONTO LARGE SCREEN TV. HEARING LOOP INSTALLED

1st JUNE - JANE PUCKERING AUGUST - EXHIBITION

6th JULY - HELEN TALBOT 7th SEPT - FRANK TYHURST

VISITORS WELCOME METHODIST CHURCH HALL, LYMINGTON ROAD HIGHCLIFFE BH23 5EG Chairman: Dennis Ford 01425 275418

Membership: gaye.slade@virgin.net

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Lions Club Car Boot Sales 2011 Held at Stanpit Recreation Ground, Stanpit, Christchurch Every 2nd Sunday of the Month (15th May, 12th June, 10th July) 8am – 12:30pm (Sellers: Set-up 7.30am)

Sellers — £5 per car Large Vans and Cars with Trailers £8, all proceeds to Charity Refreshments & Toilets Enquiries Contact:

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Massage, stretching, manipulation Cranial treatments, medical acupuncture Sports injuries, electrotherapy 19 Stour Road Adults, seniors, children, athletes Christchurch Professional & friendly service BH23 1PL

Tel: 01202 480 360 www.christchurchosteopathy.co.uk

CHRISTCHURCH ROYAL BRITISH LEGION WOMENS SECTION

SPRING FAYRE 28th MAY AT CHRISTCHURCH ROYAL BRITISH LEGION BALLROOM

STARTS AT 10am — FINISHES AT 12pm ENTRANCE FEE 30p STALLS INCLUDED:- CAKES, BOOKS, TOMBOLA, JEWELLERY, BRIC-A-BRAC, COFFEE ,TEA & SQUASH & BISCUITS AND A GRAND RAFFLE at 12pm

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WHAT’S ON AT THE REGENT? The Scarlet Pimpernel Wed 18 – Sat 21 May 7:30pm — Matinee: Sat 21 2:30pm Milton Musical Society (A) with their 15 piece orchestra Following their success with Titanic last year Milton Musical Society return with another award winning Broadway blockbuster. Baroness Orczy’s classic swashbuckling tale of dashing derring do during the Terror of the French Revolution was nominated for the Tony awards for Best Musical, Best Book and Best Actor in 1998. It is 1794 and a mysterious, shadowy hero emerges from the English nobility, intent on saving the heads of his fellow French aristocrats from the deadly kiss of Madame La Guillotine. The “damned, elusive Pimpernel” and his famous calling card, the red star-shaped wild flower known as the Scarlet Pimpernel, is the scourge of the French revolutionaries.

This charismatic story, part fact and part fiction, captured the world’s imagination with numerous film and TV adaptations over the years. Now it is performed as an exciting musical full of high adventure, romantic dalliances, razor sharp swordplay, splendid sets, sumptuous costumes and a sweeping score. “We seek him here, we seek him there, those Frenchies seek him everywhere”. Is he in heaven? Is he in hell?” Catch him if you can right here at the Regent!

Tickets: Aristocrats £14.50 Revolutionaries £13.50 & £12.50 Peasants £12.50 & £11.50

Stacey Kent in Concert Sunday 22 May 7:30pm Stacey Kent, a best selling member of the Blue Note roster of recording artists, now boasts six albums, a string of awards, including the British Jazz Award, the BBC Jazz Award for Best Vocalist and Album of the Year, as well as a fan base that enables her to sell out concert halls around the world. Stacey’s last album, Breakfast on the Morning Train, went platinum in France and gold in Germany, and was also nominated for a 2009 Grammy award. Spring 2010 saw the release of Stacey’s eagerly anticipated new album, Raconte-Moi on Blue Note. “She has charm to burn, a smile that could give you hope in February and sings like nobody’s business” – The Wall Street Journal.

Tickets: £18 Concessions £17

Archipelago (15) Mon 23 - Wed 25 May 7:30pm Matinees: Tues 24 & Wed 25 2:30pm This is a chance to see the work of one of the rising stars of British cinema. Director Joanne Hogg cut her teeth on TV dramas like Casualty and London Bridge. This is her second feature film and it was one of the highlights of last year’s London Film Festival. Set on the idyllic Scilly Islands archipelago, this is a sharply observed portrayal of a family holiday. Middle class brother and sister, Tom Hiddleston and Lydia Leonard join their mother, Kate Fahey in Tresco, where they await their father’s arrival. It transpires that Hiddleston has accepted an overseas posting with a charity in Africa, much against his mother’s wishes. It also becomes clear that father is never going to join them. This is a holiday that everyone would rather not be on as the tension simmers and the insecurities manifest themselves. In between there is time for picnics, painting and cycling on the breathtaking island beyond Lands End. Fans of Mike Leigh will find echoes of his work in this excellent example of independent British cinema.

An Evening with Rick Wakeman Thursday 26 May 7:30pm Mention the name Rick Wakeman to 50 different people and ask them what he does, and you are likely to get 50 different answers!

Thanks to 50,000,000 record sales around the world, which have included more than 150 record releases, 50+ DVDs, soundtracks for more than 25 films, numerous high profile television appearances including those of Countdown, Top Gear and Grumpy Old Men, and

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Tel: 01202 499 199 more than 4,000 worldwide concert performances of one sort or another, Rick has endeared himself to all genres and all ages. He is equally at home on stage with his band, The English Rock Ensemble, as he is with a symphony orchestra and chamber choir and is equally at home in a 400 seater theatre as he is playing Madison Square Garden. The one man show, An Evening With Rick Wakeman, pretty much came about by accident. Quite simply, his gear didn’t arrive for a show and all there was available was a piano. The audience were given the choice of their money back or an evening with Rick performing on the piano and telling ludicrously ridiculous and funny anecdotes. Only three people took up the offer of their money back, and An Evening With Rick Wakeman was born. These performances are very much one-offs and never done as a tour. The stories change on a regular basis, as does the music. If this show were in a cookery book, the instructions would simply read …… 1. Take a large concert grand piano and seat Rick Wakeman in front of the keys. 2. After the first piece, sprinkle in a ludicrous and funny anecdote. 3. Repeat 1 and 2 for approximately 2 hours. These performances don’t happen very often, which is why each one is very special to Rick and hopefully for the audience as well.

Tickets: £24.50 all seats

The Penny Serenaders (A) - It’s Swingtime Saturday 28 May 7:30pm Studio We’re back again with another toe tapping selection of hits from 50s – 70s with our song and dance man’s soft shoe shuffle to Singing In The Rain. This is a completely new show, and as you know we are yesterday’s teens singing yesterday’s hits with all the songs you loved to hear: The Seekers, ABBA, Dusty, Elvis and many more to get you dancing in the aisles. So if you haven’t seen us before, come along and enjoy a really slick up tempo show from a superb company. In aid of U3A.

Tickets: £5.50 all seats

Tony Christie 50th Anniversary Concert with his 9 piece band Sunday 29 May 7:30pm Tony Christie has had Top Twenty hits all around the world with Las Vegas, I Did What I Did For Maria, Avenues And Alleyways, Walk Like A Panther, Every Word She Said and Is This The Way To Amarillo, which sold over one and a half million copies. On its re-release on 14 March 2005 to raise money for the Comic Relief charity, it reached No 1 for seven weeks with the biggest sales for a No 1 for the year and is still the biggest selling single of the century! Tony Christie’s UK tour celebrates his 50th anniversary in music and the release of his new album, Now’s The Time! Released through Acid Jazz Records, Now’s The Time! sees Tony Christie going back to his soulful, musical roots, featuring collaborations from where the critically acclaimed Made In Sheffield (2008) left off. His live shows will showcase tracks from Now’s The Time! along with all the hits and songs that Tony Christie is synonymous with.

Tickets: £23 Concessions £22

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May’s Gardening Tips From Paul Chatfield of Chatfield’s Garden & Property Services Trees and Shrubs All trees and shrubs can still be planted if in pots but make sure sat in a bucket of water until no bubbles. Remove faded flowers now.

Climbers and Wall-Plants Not much hard pruning can be done now, because the warmth is likely to be making vigorous growth, just tidy up dead bits.

shoots, leaving only the strongest ones, mulch them. Spray tree and soft fruits before blossom.

Vegetables Main crop potatoes must be planted now, early ones must be earthed up. Plant out sprouts, parsley and celery when hardened off, same with runner beans.

Roses The warmer days are likely to bring early attacks of aphids and also watch signs of black spot and mildew. Speak to a Nursery man on what to spray.

Greenhouse and Frame On sunny days greenhouse plants will need more air and water. Early in the month cucumbers, sweet corn and marrows may be sown for planting out next month.

Borders and Beds Weeds grow rapidly this time of year if not tackled soon can soon overwhelm the less cultivated plant. Still tackle weeds now, little and often is good.

House Plants Move plants from sunny window-sills just plenty of light, water well with a liquid feed at half the recommended strength about every two weeks.

Bulbs and Corms Remove faded flowers from all bulbs and if Summer bedding is going in lift all bulbs as soon as flowering is over.

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 Vacant places may still be filled with pot plants, with risk of icing almost over put new aquatic plants and divide old ones.

Lawns Weather permitting grass-cutting should be done once a week, not too low and feed with a dressing of organic fertiliser, if not already done.

Fruit Strawberries need ventilation whenever possible, remove surplus Raspberry

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