The Southbourne Link - May 2018

The Southbourne May 2018

Link

2 



   

  

   



 

 

 

   



   



 

 



     

  

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

3

KathGoward

interior painter Local Female Painter Free Estimates Fully Insured

All interior and exterior decorating undertaken For a free estimate call

Tel: 07771 711049 Kath - Interior Painter Email: kath.paint@hotmail.co.uk

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

Welcome...

4

The Southbourne Link

Dear Southbourne, Tuckton & Hengistbury Head!

Published by:

Hopefully we have a ray of sunshine here in the magazine for you too with lots of good news and articles for you to read. Nellie took us to see our wonderful Jurassic Coast this month. We didn’t see any dinosaurs, but we certainly had a great time.

There is so much to enjoy in this part of the world, we are so very lucky.

We certainly have had mixed weather recently and have even had some sunshine! Do you have a holiday planned this year, or are you going to relax at home with a good book and a cuppa? Whatever you decide, we do hope you are looking forward to it. We have a trip to Wales this month which we are definitely looking forward to. We are then going to stay local in the summer holidays as our little Rockley Park caravan is proving to be very successful.

Edition 104

Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Directories Ltd

Telephone:

01202 894397

Email:

info@southbournelink.co.uk

Copy deadline for the June 2018 edition: 14th May 2018

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 Southbourne Link does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the p u b l i cat i o n . N o p a r t o f t h i s publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

Our loyal advertisers are here to help you as always.

Some new ones too. They would all love to hear from you so please do the usual and mention us when calling them. If you have time to write a ‘testimonial’ for any of them, for good work they have done, do send it to us. We, and the advertisers, love to hear from you.

The lucky winner of the prize wordsearch last month was Mrs Rawlings. Well done! Will it be you this month? Do fill it in as you never know.

Stephen, Hayden, Nellie and myself hope you have a wonderful month of May. May we all be able to get outside and enjoy those gorgeous spring flowers!

Very Best Wishes,

Debbie & Stephen Corney

Useful Numbers Local Police Southern Electricity Transco Gas Emergency Bournemouth Hospital

101 08457 708090 0800 111999 01202 303626

Train Enquires Bournemouth Council Bournemouth Water Southbourne Library

08457 484950 01202 451451 01202 590059 01202 428784

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

5

“Let’s get this party started!”

Weddings

Astonish your guests with our Fancy Mirror Photo Booth!

Its cheeky animations, interactive screen sign feature and instant prints offers a Photo Booth experience like no other!

Not only is it fantastic fun, it looks beautiful too.

The Mirror Booth is perfect for guests aged 5 -105 and because it is an open booth it is wheelchair friendly so everyone can enjoy the fun

Proms, B’days, Anniversaries, Xmas Parties

Whatever the occasion The Fancy Mirror Booth turns a good party into a great party!

Our packages include a guest book and USB so that you and your family can look back on your special event in years to come.

The Fancy Mirror Booth lends itself to themed parties and is perfect for Vegas,Gatsby, Masquerade, Alice in Wonderland, Disney and Harry Potter themed Parties.

For a warm professional service please contact Julie.

Tel: 07948 702391 Email: info@thefancymirrorboothco.co.uk

www.thefancymirrorboothco.co.uk

Find us on facebook @TheFancyMirrorBoothCompany

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

6

Wickmeads A charming residential and dementia care home in the heart of Southbourne

Registered Charity No. 1014697

Wickmeads

has been purpose-built by Care South, a local not-for profit charity, to offer modern, comfortable facilities for residential and dementia care at a realistic cost. Residents can feel relaxed and at home, with quality care on hand 24-hours a day.

Arrange a visit, request a brochure and find out more at

www.care-south.co.uk or call Wickmeads on 01202 436490 CARE SOUTH IS A LEADING PROVIDER OF RESIDENTIAL AND HOME CARE ACROSS DORSET

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

7

Give your feet a treat!

102 Watcombe Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 5LP

Examples of how we can help: • Simple Nail Cutting & Nail care • Ingrowing Toe Nails & Surgery • Corns & Callus • Fungal Infections & Athlete’s Foot • Disabled Access

• • • • • •

Carpet & Rug Cleaning Dry in 30 minutes with Dry Fusion Upholstery & Leather Cleaning Tile & Grout Cleaning Stone Floors Cleaned & Polished See videos on website

Tel: 01202 246811 or 07775 911415

www.watcombefootclinic.co.uk

Julie Anne Smith D.Pod.M., M.Ch.S. HCPC Registered Chiropodist/Podiatrist Email: enquiries@watcombefootclinic.co.uk

ROB

YOUNG GARDEN SERVICES

Affordable garden services • Grass & Hedge Cutting • Turfing

• Decking/Fencing • Patios and Block Paving

FREE QUOTES AT COMPETITIVE RATES Just ask for Rob

01202 422370 07776 204959 E-mail: freedom12313@msn.com

2a Athelstan Rd, S’bourne, BH6 5LY

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

Community News

8

First World War Memorial at All Saints Church, Southbourne Francis George Camp

In 1911 Francis George Camp was living at ‘Tralee’, Oxford Avenue, Southbourne with his widowed mother Jane Maria Camp and his wife Edith Amy Camp. Francis was a cabinet maker and his wife a dressmaker. By 1918 Edith had moved to 106, Paisley Road, Southbourne.

Francis enlisted at Christchurch in 1914 and joined the 7th Field Company as a sapper in the Royal Engineers serving with the 4th Division. Initially held back from the original British Expeditionary Force to foil a possible German landing on English soil the division eventually sailed to France in late August 1914. Among other tasks Sappers dug trenches, laid communication lines and tunnelled under their own lines towards the enemy positions to blow up their defences. Tunnelling was dangerous and more so as close by German tunnellers were digging towards the British lines. Tunnels often collapsed burying the men who had to be dug out by their fellow engineers.

The 7th Field Company saw their first action in the Battles of Marne, Aisne and Messines in 1914. By 1916 they were on the Somme and in 1917 at Arras, the Battles at Scarpe, capturing Wancourt Ridge, before moving north to Ypres and Passchendaele.

By late 1917 there were fewer mining opportunities for the sappers and tunnel-based attacks had faded away.

Sappers welcomed the chance to move above ground to carry out other duties, including acting as infantry men, but there were as many dangers above ground.

By virtue of having captured the ground on the Western Front the Germans had first choice of where to dig their trenches. Choosing higher ground they not only had a tactical advantage but drier and more resilient trenches.

French and British troops were forced to build their trenches in the worst conditions. Built lower down, often a few feet above sea level, soldiers encountered water two or three feet below the surface as they began to dig. Water-logged trenches were a constant problem for allied soldiers on the Western Front.

The British trenches had no proper sanitation. Latrines were pits four to five feet deep, supposed to be filled in when they reached one foot in depth and new holes

Sapper listening for enemy diggers on the other side of the tunnel wall.

dug but there often was not enough time and men used a nearby shell-hole. For drinking water soldiers were supplied with water bottles that could be refilled when they returned to reserve lines, but this was rarely enough for their needs and soldiers in the trenches often depended on impure water collected from shell-holes and other cavities to quench their thirst. Later the water was purified using chloride of lime but the men disliked the taste and the vulnerability to disease persisted as did the use of contaminated water.

Disease was the great killer of World War 1. Common infections included dysentery, typhus and cholera, among others, as well as fungal conditions such as trench foot. Tens of thousands of men suffered from such diseases and were temporarily or permanently lost to the war effort. In 1917 alone 6,025 British soldiers were hospitalised suffering from dysentery, 15,214 with nephritis, 1660 with TB and 21,487 with frostbite.

After four full years of fighting the conditions and the enemy to survive, Francis George Camp succumbed to dysentery on October 18th, 1918. One month before the Armistice. He was 33.

Researched and written by Alice Miller

All Saints Church, Castlemain Avenue, Southbourne Priest in Charge: Rev Mike Powis www.allsaintschurchsouthbourne.org www.allsaintsww1.wordpress.com

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

9

LOCALLY HAND MADE FURNITURE BUILT TO YOUR SPECIFICATION...

3 DOOR SLIDING WARDROBE UP TO 12FT

2 DOOR SLIDING WARDROBE UP TO 8FT

Choose from an extensive range of mirrors, panel doors and coloured glass to enhance Choose from an extensive range of mirrors, panel doors and coloured glass to enhance your perfectly fitted wardrobe. We also specialise in hinge wardrobes and home studies. your perfectly fitted wardrobe. We also specialise in hinge wardrobes and home studies.

Contemporary to classic finishes to suit your budget. All furniture comes with a 25 year guarantee.

Contemporary to classic finishes to suit your budget. All furniture comes with a 25 year guarantee.

Tel: 01202 417343

STUDY

LOUNGE UNIT

HINGED WARDROBE

Established 15 years • 25 years experience • Free quotations Custom Fit, Unit 19, Newtown Business Park, Ringwood Road, Poole BH12 3LL Showroom Open Monday to Friday: 8.00am - 5.00pm and by appointment on Saturdays Find us on Facebook: Custom fit fitted bedrooms

www.custom-fit.biz

•

customfitbedroom@gmail.com

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

10

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

11

advertorial

Cloudy2Clear Announce Trusted Trader Partnership Consumer champions Which? have now joined the thousands of customers who recognise that Cloudy2Clear Windows really are a business that you can TRUST. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has received the coveted ‘Which Trusted Trader’ status after going through a rigorous accreditation process entirely focussed on customer service.

Group Managing Director Marcus McGee believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing

company policy of delivering the highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle.

Locally Cloudy2Clear service the Southbourne area

and manager Justin Friel agrees that this approach is a major factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated as both my customers and, obviously a body as nationally important as Which? now recognise.’

So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Justin a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!

Cloudy2Clear GUARANTEE All Customers That An Average Quote Will Take No Longer Than 20 Mins!!!

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

12

M Op Ho ay B en lid an ay k s

KINGS PARK NURSERY

High Quality Plants. Expert Advice.

Everyone Welcome.

Interesting and unusual plants.

Fruit trees, hanging baskets, herbs and clematis also now in stock Seasonal Hanging Baskets, Troughs, Summer Bedding, Tropical, Olives, Rare & Unusual Specimen Plants, Herbs, Veg & more! www.kingsparkplants.co.uk Tel: 01202 427851 Kings Park Drive, Bournemouth BH7 6LR Open: Wed to Sun 10am - 4pm + Bank Holidays

Dorset Directories - 148x104mm KPN Advert-May.indd 1

13/04/2018 10:31:41

Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre 10am to 5pm (summer) 10am to 5pm (winter)

visithengistburyhead.co.uk

Wildlife garden & Wooden sculptures

Gift Shop & Refreshments

• Seasonal planting • Specially selected plant varieties • Hand carved benches and animals

Stay for the day • Start your day at the Visitor Centre • Pick up trail routes and wildlife guides • Discover Historic Hengistbury Head, with stunning views and sandy beaches Keep up to date will everything that’s happening follow us on social networks 148 x 104mm Advert 4.indd 1

01202 451618

• Local produce • Books and toys • Arts & crafts • Ice creams, snacks & hot/cold drinks

Exhibitions & Information • Interactive displays • Over 12,ooo years of history • Wildlife cameras • Special exhibitions

PARKS

14/03/2018 10:36

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

13

For all your Domestic & Commercial Demolition & Asbestos Clearance...

Safe and smooth demolition and removal of old sheds and garages. Get rid of the eye sore and create a space to enjoy this summer!

Using the highest quality machinery and a team of experienced workers, the job gets done right!

Safe and secure transfer of any asbestos waste with all essential documentation.

Waste transfer permit held.

Tel: 01202 511151 www.pro-dem.co.uk

33 Richmond Park Avenue, Queens Park, Bournemouth, BH8 9DN Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

14 Established Locally Since 1995 No call out charge Free estimates

121684

Gas Boiler Servicing & Repairs Gas Boiler Replacements Complete Systems • System Updates Power Flushing • Radiator Moves High Efficiency Condensing Gas Boilers Registered Engineers • Fully Qualified • Fully insured

Call Daniel Giltrap on:

01202 422149 or 07802 442055 E: d.giltrap@btinternet.com

EMERGENCY PLUMBING SERVICE Burst tanks and pipes etc.

07802 442055

Where can you still find a local optician who will see you personally and look after your eye care needs from the sight test to dispense?  Where will you be sure to be seen by the same optician every time, who cares about offering you a service, and who won’t be happy until you are completely happy?  That will be BOURNEMOUTH VISION CENTRE, where Mr Bernie Dexter has been looking after the eyes of the Southbourne community for the past 30 years.  Our receptionists are chosen for their warmth and empathy.  They are trained to help you to choose just the right frame for you.  Mr Dexter has over 40 years of experience as an optometrist, and through extensive ongoing training is up to date with all the advancements in modern eye care.  We operate a price match policy.  The health of your eyes is our concern Find us at 63 Southbourne Grove, BH6 3QU or call us on

01202 424491

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

15

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

16

Wildlife News

Talking about Wildlife...

Spend 30 days going wild with Dorset Wildlife Trust is inviting everyone to take up the 30 days wild challenge again this year, asking you to do something wild each day for the 30 days of June.

Have you ever just stepped outside your door and listened to the birds around you? Even in the city, wildlife can be found if you just listen or look out for it. Taking a stroll in a wood or local park can help take you away from the constant demands that surround most of us these days.

Research has shown that being surrounded by nature can boost your overall mood and sense of wellbeing. I know that for me, just taking 5 minutes to stand in the garden and take a few deep breaths can help calm my mind and set me up for the day ahead. Seeing birds darting between gardens on the way to work, listening to the waves crashing on the beach, the scent of the honeysuckle as I walk by, all these things make me smile and give me a sense of relaxation and appreciation.

Dorset Wildlife Trust Communications Officer, Sally Welbourn, said “Studies have shown that spending time outside can improve our feelings of wellbeing, and we want to show people that even if it’s not for long, it can

Enjoying the view at Lorton Meadows Photo: Vicky Ashby

Children hunting bugs

Photo: Matthew Roberts

make you feel better. The great thing about 30 Days Wild is that it’s for everyone, no matter where you are, or what you’re doing.

If you only have five minutes, just a walk outside on your lunch break will suffice, or if you have more time, a day out at the beach or on a DWT nature reserve is a great way to enjoy being outside.”

Being outside can improve physical health as well as mental health, spending time in the fresh air can increase your energy levels, whilst walking can help build up your stamina and fitness. You may feel that after spending time in your local area you want to do more to conserve these areas for wildlife or meet like minded people at one of DWT’s work parties and help manage the nature reserves across the county.

Whatever you decide to do to get back into nature, why not join us for 30 days wild in June and see where it can take you.

Sign up for your free 30 Days Wild pack, including a wall planner and lots of inspiration! www.wildlifetrusts.org/30DaysWild Find out more about Dorset Wildlife Trust: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org

By Lydia Harvey

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

17

Vida T here for your pet...

Whether you need Suggestions for a Suitable Diet…

Information about Appropriate Training… or Guidance tailoring a practical Grooming Regime for you and your pet… …we’re here to help

We Offer a Full Range of Grooming Services AND ARE LOCAL STOCKISTS FOR BRANDS INCLUDING

Natural Instinct, Canagan, Lily’s Kitchen, Fish4, Burns and Arden Grange We also have a wide variety of Wild Bird Food and Supplies in addition to those for your Pet. Vida T… also here for your Garden Birds!

132 TUCKTON RD, TUCKTON, BH6 3JX

01202 423547



                     

    Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

Puzzle Corner

18

8

5

6 9 5

4

7

3

3

4

1

5

8

1

7

9 2

1

9

4 6

8

8 2

CURIOUS?

(We thought so.) www.scientology.tv YouTube.com/Scientology FREE PERSONALITY TEST

GIVE YOURSELF THE KNOWLEDGE OF YOU.

Church of Scientology, 42 High Street, Poole, BH15 1BT

Tel: 01202 257788

www.scientologypoole.org.uk

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

19

Stable Structures Suppliers & installers of Garden sheds, Summerhouses & Log Cabins

stablestructures.co.uk Stable Structures at John Browns, John Browns Garden Centre, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 6RD 01202 825293

   



      



   Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

 



20

Garden Maintenance

P.R. SMITH ROOFING

LTD

Specialists in all types of Flat Felt Roofing

PROMPT - RELIABLE - EFFICIENT • Garden tidy up • Hedge Cutting • Turfing • Lawn Treatment • Waste recycled • Patio / Driveway Cleaning

Tiling work undertaken • • • •

ALL WORK FULLY GUARANTEED Fully insured / Free quotations Friendly and reliable service Established for 16 years

For a competitive & top quality job call

01202 240120 or 07768 000365 for instant response

83 Cranleigh Road, Southbourne www.prsmithroofing.co.uk

For urgent jobs, one-offs, or regular fixed price service call:

01202 805 375

www.EdsGardenMaintenance.co.uk

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

21

Specialists in Laser Aesthetics - Established 2010

30% OFF

COURSES OF SIX IPL

Gift Vouchers Available from £20

• Fully qualified technicians and Fully Insured Clinic • All treatments depending on Skin Type

WINNER 2017

B E S T U K-B A S E D M A N U FAC T U R E R

• TATTOO REMOVAL • HAIR REMOVAL • SKIN REJUVENATION • ROSACEA • ACNE • DEEP WRINKLES • REGIMA PEELS & SKIN PRODUCTS • SCAR & STRETCH MARK REDUCTION

After just one session of skin rejuvenation with IPL

Tel: 01202 547525

Tattoo removal before and after

www.disappearing-ink.co.uk

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

22

SOUTHBOURNE

Almanac

CHIROPODY & PODIATRY

Garden Specialists

KAREN LEWIS-FRY

Established 35 years

MSSCh, MBChA, Dip.Biomechanics

A Professional Gardener

Surgery Monday – Friday

Hedges, Shrubs, Trees Shaped & Pruned

with Evening Appointments available on Wednesdays

British Chiropody Association Member HCPC Registered Established over 25 Years

01202 420919 22 Carbery Avenue Southbourne, BH6 3LF

AG Tree Surgery & Felling

Landscaping & Garden Maintenance

Weed Control & Clearance

01202 246939 07812 730397 25 Sunnyhill Rd, Southbourne, BH6 5HR

Do you feel left behind when it comes to social media?

Are you worried about your security and privacy on facebook?

Do you want to learn how to get the most out of your laptop, phone or tablet without being blinded by science?

Not sure how to use socia media in your business?

  

Help is at hand! Get expert 1 to 1 help on these topics and more with Mike’s Online Academy.

  

Call Mike on 07402 174436 or email mike@mikesonlineacademy.com for more info.

   

   

 

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

23

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

Bay Window:

3 part with Georgian bar: £975 3 part without Georgian bar: £925

All our prices are displayed online Visit our website and get your quote:

Community News

26

Lights – Camera – Action!

Atkinson Action Horses have spent the past twenty years training horses and riders for Film & TV.

With recent credits from Poldark, Victoria, Peaky Blinders, The Living and the Dead & Hippopotamus – it is guaranteed this elite force has at some point invaded your TV screen!

Now for 2018 it is time to saddle up, strap in and hold on tight – as this fearless team of stunt riders are taking their unique display on a tour all around the UK – so make sure you don’t miss out when Atkinson Action Horses stampede their way to the New Forest & Hampshire County Show on 24th, 25th & 26th July.

Get ready for an astounding display of tricks and stunts normally reserved for only

TV and the Big Screen. All in front of your very eyes. Tricks/stunts include: Roman Riding, Drags, Falls, Pick Ups, Flips, Horses Rearing and Laying Down.

Be prepared for your heart to be in your mouth as you watch the riders demonstrate astounding acrobatics. The Show also includes a short but stunning section dedicated to the art of Liberty – displaying the seamless harmony between the horses and their on screen trainers. This action packed show has choreography and commentary by the teams very own Benjamin Atkinson.

Atkinson Action Horses performances are kindly sponsored by Shorefield Holidays Ltd.

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

27

Sales Lettings Auctions

3 Southbourne Grove Southbourne Bournemouth BH6 3RE

Tel: 01202 424214 Email: southbourne@richardgodsell.com

www.richardgodsell.com Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

Adventures of Nellie

28

The Adventures of Nellie

The Dorset Directories Camper Van Nellie, the Dorset Directories Campervan is back in full swing. She loves taking us places and discovering new locations, as well as visiting some old favourites. This month she took us to our wonderful Jurassic Coast.

How lucky are we to be so close to such a part of history with the ability to find fossils from literally millions of years ago! They are nearly as old as Nellie… Despite Nellie’s aging years and occasional aches and pains she still loves to learn. It keeps her young at heart you know.

She never knew that this part of the Jurassic Coast is actually privately owned by the Weld Family who give us permission to walk on their land! I have to say we are very grateful. This family have owned the land since 1641 after Humphrey Weld, a direct ancestor of James Weld, who now owns the Lulworth Estate, bought Lulworth Castle and its extensive 12,000 acres of grounds from politician Thomas

A bracing day at Lulworth Cove

Nellie gazes wistfully out to sea...

Howard, 3rd Viscount Howard of Bindon.

The family own 5 miles of the whole 95 mile stretch of coast between Exmouth in East Devon and Studland Bay in Dorset. This includes the famous Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, where Nellie took us. It had cost James £15,000 to rebuild the stairs down to Durdle Door in 2009, after a storm destroyed the old pathway.

We were very glad he had done so, as it is quite a trek to the beach, but a wonderful one. Nellie sat overlooking the incredible cliffs and bluey green sea while we strolled along the cliff tops and wandered slowly down to the rocks and pebbles below.

Durdle Door is quite a sight. It shows the effects of the bashing waves and has a sense of time, of what has gone on long ago, and at the same time how things change, develop and move on.

We all know it will not be there forever

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

29 and ponder over this, gazing silently at the wonder of nature. Is Nellie getting a bit too deep and philosophical? She does that you know!

The sun was shining that day, but it wasn’t too warm, so just right for a walk. The climb back is a bit of a test and Nellie was glad she had stayed in the car park.

Lulworth Cove. Small but perfectly formed (just like Nellie..?). This amazing, almost circular cove is great for adults and children alike. With rocks pools at low tide, it is perfect for exploring. The short walk to the beach passes a house, now ‘an olde sweet shop’, which is tiny but once housed a whole family. Again a sign of how times have changed.

As soon as you arrive at the wonderful circular cove itslef you are dazzled by the beautiful white pebble beach with its blue waters and wonderful rock pools teeming with sea creatures. Dogs are permitted on the left-hand side of the slipway. The Heritage Centre near

On the way to the spectacular Durdle Door the carpark is a must for those wanting to learn more about the Jurassic Coast and how it is ever changing. There are even boat trips during the summer.

So yes, we live in an area with stunning sea views, rocks, cliffs, stories of dinosaurs, fossil beaches and glorious countryside. Nellie grinned from wheel to wheel while she drove us back through those narrow country lanes, passing tea rooms, farm shops and garden centres, very content.

Where will she take us next...?

By Debbie Corney The Jurassic Coast, looking over Man O’War Cove

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

30

Your garden building... great to look at... great to use Made by us... skilled joiners

Contact us now and have an order made for you No obligation site visit, just ask.

01794 341408 • enquiries@frenchmoor.com

www.frenchmoor.com INTRODUCING

Squirrel Cafe, Bo

scombe Chine Gar

Squirrel Cafe,

Boscombe

Chine Gardens

dens

Cafe, Queen’s Park

Fox Cafe, Red

hill Park

FREE

Fantastic food in picturesque places

ROOM HIRE* KIDS PARTIES FROM

Having a cuppa, or holding your event or meeting in our new Park Cafés will help support Bournemouth’s beautiful parks and open spaces - we use locally sourced produce too!

Lower Gardens

fe, Queen ’s Park

Woodpecker Ca

ill help su ew pp er

ing an event h old H

Hedgehog Cafe,

ur local p t yo ar or

www.parkcafes.co.uk

per head

k

FIND OUT MORE

£4.95

*terms & conditions apply.

Park Cafés are owned and operated by Bournemouth Borough Council

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

31

For

one wanting more time together

Quimper, Brittany

Sail, stay and save up to 25% in France this summer A world away, that’s not so far away, France offers discoveries that will fill your days with colour.

Sail & stay with us and make your summer getaway a breeze from start to finish. Simple to plan and book, a country cottage, hotel or touring holiday means you’re free to relax and explore at your own pace.

And, because return sailings with your car are included, you’ll be able to pack all you need to make the most of your time away.

Book now to save up to 25% on selected cottage holidays - even during July and August.

Visit brittanyferries.com/southlink or call 0330 159 6835 New bookings mention only. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply - see website for Link full details.when responding to adverts Please The Southbourne

What’s On 2018…

Diesel Gala & Beer Festival 2018

A very impressive line- up of diesel locomotives (including a host of visitors) will be in action for all three days, working an intensive timetable, including evening specials. Beer Festival at Corfe Castle station show casing a wide variety of real ales.

When? 11th May - 13th May Where? Swanage Railway, Swanage & Corfe Stations

Rocky Flower Show & Plant Fair A must-see event for anybody interested in the diversity of small plants, this competitive show is full of surprises. It is run by the Alpine Garden Society, showcasing mountain plants, small herbaceous plants, dwarf shrubs and bulbs.

The plant fair will be attended by specialist alpine and non-alpine nurseries bringing plants suitable for most sites: Aberconwy Nursery, Copton Ash, Hartside Nursery, Kevin Hughes Plants, Leesa’s Alpines, Marina Plants, Parham Bungalow Plants, Potterton’s Nursery, Tale Valley Nursery, The Mead Nursery, Thuya Alpine Nursery.

They will be happy to take orders in advance and bring plants for you as well as giving cultivation advice. There is a Plant Forum to give you ideas, photographic display and opportunity for plant photography. Come early for the plant sales and enjoy our home-baked cakes, hot and cold drinks and light lunches.

Admission £3.00 , AGS members and children free When? 19th May 9am - 3:30pm Where? Queen Elizabeth’s School, Pamphill, Wimborne

Athelhampton Flower Festival Annual themed flower festival by Owermoigne Flower Club. Many displays of fresh and dried flowers around the house and gardens. Raising money for a local charity.

When? 20th May - 24th May 11am - 4:30pm Where? Athelhampton, Dorchester

Modernism Meets Upton Country Park PEDAS exhibition as part of Dorset Art Weeks 2018.

When? 25th May - 11th June, 10am - 5pm Where? The Gallery Upstairs, Upton Country Park, Poole

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival The rich array of art in the many Open Studios, Rollington Barn and other exhibitions attracted visitors from far and wide to beautiful Purbeck.

Paintings, sculptures, prints, glass, jewellery, photography, woodwork and ceramics have been enjoyed, bought and discussed from Durlston to Sandford and from Bushey to West Lulworth.

When? 26th May - 10th June Where? Various Locations in Purbeck

Art Day at Knoll Gardens In celebration of Dorset Art Weeks the Knoll Gardens Foundation welcomes artists to the garden to be inspired by the Knoll’s acclaimed naturalistic style.

Based at Knoll Gardens -Taking its inspiration....

When? Friday 8h June 10am - 3pm Where? Knoll Gardens, WImborne

Cheese and Chilli Festival After a great turnout in 2017, the Cheese and Chilli Festival is back in 2018, celebrating both Cheese and Chilli within a family friendly festival setting.

Between 70 and 100 traders selling cheese and chilli associated products as well as craft and retail stands.

Entertainments include PIG RACING, Falconry displays, Punch & Judy, Magic Shows, free garden games, children fun rides and inflatables, live music, cooking demonstrations/talks, a chilli eating competition, a chilli sauce competition and the Man v Food challenge.

There is plenty to eat and drink with authentic food stalls and dedicated bars from the likes of the New Forest Downton Brewery and Dorset’s only inflatable pub from ‘Appetite for Adventure.’

When? 9th - 10th June 10am - 5pm Where? Christchurch

Poole Goes Vintage Celebrate all things retro with a 1940’s-50’s theme at this feel-good festival the whole family will enjoy.

Vintage music flowing all day as well as dancing, vintage car displays, a vintage

market and more.

When? 15th July Where? Poole Quay

Swanage Goes Safari – Carnival week With over 100 fun filled events over 8 days including the spectacular Safari themed carnival procession, massive firework displays, live music, children’s entertainment and much more, make sure you and your family take part and enjoy all the fun in the sun at this year’s Swanage Carnival.

When? July 28th - August 4th 7am - 11pm Where? Swanage, Shore Road

Bournemouth Air Festival The UK’s biggest air festival, 4-days of action and entertainment in the air, on land and at sea! Award-winning and internationally renowned, the Bournemouth Air Festival has entertained more than 8.5 million people since 2008.

When the sun goes down, Night Air entertainment will light up the skies with pyrotechnic night flying, street entertainment, live music and military performances.

When? 30th August - 2nd September 10am - 10pm Where? Bournemouth Seafront

To keep up to date with what’s on in Dorset go to:

www.EventsDorset.com

34

For a free consultation please contact us:

Tel :

01202 848 628

Email :

info@tuscanyblinds.com

Specialists in Plantation Shutters, Awnings & Shaped Conservatories

www.tuscanyblinds.com

Garden Maintenance “Offering you a helping hand”

I’m Nicholas, a local gardener, who got into this line of work due to my grandparents getting to an age where they couldn’t keep up with the maintenance of their garden which was their pride and joy! I take pleasure in doing something to help others and I’m very lucky to earn a living from it. So I’m offering a helping hand to those who are in need due to circumstances which are out of our hands - disability, sudden health changes or just generally find certain tasks too much to handle.

I’m trustworthy and reliable and offer my services to people who are in need of a helping hand. I cover all aspects of garden maintenance. Please call for further details or any queries and I would be more than happy to arrange an appointment and provide a free quote. Thank you for taking the time to read this advert.

Nicholas: 07340 360491 Email: gardeningwithnicholas@outlook.com To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

35

The Southbourne Link

W P R Q M K U G T Y S E B J W

E D N B O N C M G A T C L R O

L U N Z R Y Y Z M D Y N O M O

L D O O R C Q Z M I K A S N H

D W B P I F H A J L H D S J H

R Y B F S U Y N S O W L O V V

E L I P D D I R J H X A M K Z

S Y R S A B S X V K N R L Z G

S D L Y N B H L M N Q O O Y U

I A Q W C J J V S A A L G P D

N J Z Q E K Q L V B E F K K T

G I G G R M G A R L A N D U F

Prize Wordsearch

Prize Wordsearch

D T R L S I O X T H Z M O P O

Q E L L N E E U Q Y A M W K U

M A Y P O L E G Z P O M J R O

MORRIS DANCERS FLORAL DANCE MAYDAY MAY QUEEN WELL DRESSING GARLAND MAYPOLE BLOSSOM RIBBON BANK HOLIDAY

This month, the prize is a meal for two at The Overcliff Pub in Bournemouth, so please complete this page by 30th May and send to: May Prize Wordsearch Name: ______________________ The Southbourne Link, Address: ______________________ 1 Moorlands Rise, ______________________ West Moors, ______________________ Ferndown, BH22 0JR Telephone: ______________________

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

36

Gardening Tips

a beginner’s

GUIDE Pest Control

Even the best kept garden will be teeming with critters all conspiring to sabotage your growing efforts and you could spend a lot on named chemicals to combat various problems but it may be worth having a go with more environmentally friendly remedies first.

For instance, the cabbage-white butterfly, as its name suggests will home in on your cabbages and other brassicas, lay its eggs and, two weeks later, a mass of caterpillars will be eating holes in the leaves. Pick them off by hand, inspecting the plants carefully every day or two and try spraying them with salty water to deter them. To combat greenfly, try crushing a clove of garlic in warm water, leave for about 6 hours, strain into a hand spray and spray over the plants. It’s very effective.

If you find aphids on your rose buds, a disgusting but effective treatment is to rub them out with your fingers. Cats can be deterred with oldfashioned moth balls although the effects don’t

last very long. After a wet night a local cat had buried all of ours! Of all the pests that will drive you up the wall, slugs and snails are at the top of the list, particularly when you have young seedlings or are growing hostas or sunflowers.

For plants in pots, Vaseline or grease smeared round the pot can help, as can copper strips which cause electro-chemical shocks. Otherwise, try sharp mulches around the plants that need protection, such as sharp gravel, crushed eggshells or broken seashells. Some say hair clippings work (see your local hairdresser) and caffeine is supposed to be lethal to molluscs so try coffee grounds. Half fill a dish with beer (I don’t think they are particularly fussy about the brand!) and sink it in the ground to attract the slugs which fall in and drown. Of course, nothing really beats a size 10 boot and a thorough search of the garden with a torch in hand on a damp night might pay dividends.

Happy hunting!

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

37

Let the light in...

High Quality Economical Rooflights & Skylights 10% off discount with this advert Prices starting from £250!

Example price 600mmx600mm with Free Kerb £250

Self Cleaning • Triple Glazed • U Value of 0.83 • 100% Waterproof • Over 30 Sizes Available

Call us on

www.customrooflights.co.uk

01202 802111

Health. Comfort. Inspiration.

These two books have the answers Available from the Christian Science Reading Room.

4 Carbery Row, Southbourne Road, Bournemouth, BH6 3QR

Tel: 01202 426587 Opening Times: Monday: 10.30am - 12.30pm Tuesday: 2pm - 4pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10.30am - 12.30pm Friday: 2pm - 4pm Saturday: 10.30am - 12.30pm

All are welcome!

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

38

Dry Carpet Cleaning

We have dry cleaned carpets & upholstery in over 100,000 homes

Just say “NO“ to wet carpets in your home

Hav SOFAe 3 PIEC CLEA E One NED Dry Carpet get cle F R E Cleaning We have dry cleaned carpets & upholstery in over 100,000 homes

Just say

U Removes spills & spots U Sanitize & deodorise U Deep cleans & lifts carpet pile Locally based, you can call us on

0800 180 43 77 01202 520757 zerodrytime.com

E m home ned of carpets “NO� yourRoinoyour + Frtoewet a

e Sta cho in Gu ice ard

Hav Leather • Suede Fabric SOFAe 3 PIE• C CL

• Removes spills & spots • Sanitize & deodorise • Deep cleans & lifts carpet pile

E

EANE One D get clea ned R + Fre of your oom e Sta cho in Gu ice ard

FREE

Leather • Suede • Fabric Locally based You can call us on

www.facebook.com/ZeroDryTimeBournemouth

0800 180 43 77 01202 520757 We also clean hard oors, tiles inc Grout, Karndean, Amtico and Wooden oors - Ask for a quote zerodrytime.com

:H DOVR FOHDQ KDUG Ă RRUV WLOHV inc *URXW .DUQGHDQ $PWLFR DQG :RRGHQ Ă RRUV $VN IRU D TXRWH

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

Transform Your Living...

39

Replacement Conservatory Roofs

Create a new life

for your conservatory NOW BEFORE

Installing a new conservatory roof can totally transform the look, feel and enjoyment of your conservatory.

It’s a super value upgrade to really enhance your home.

Call us today to start discussing your requirements.

There’s no obligation and you can benefit from our wealth of experience.

• Always excellent competitive prices • ‘A’ rated windows fitted as standard • Approved Planitherm glass installer • Fensa Registered • 25 years of excellence

ALL Your Glazing Needs...

AllGlaze Visit our showroom

www. doubleglazingrepairsbournemouth.co.uk

Tel: 01202 488880

• Windows • Doors • Bi-fold Doors • Conservatories • Replacement

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts Allglaze, 1091 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth BH7 6BQ Conservatory Roofs

40

Why make a Lasting Power of Attorney The possibility of losing mental capacity can be a distressing thought and is often seen as something that does not need to be considered until the future. However, it needs to be arranged whilst still having capacity and is best made sooner rather than later.

Capacity could potentially be lost at any time, such as through an accident, a stroke or a degenerative condition such as Alzheimer’s and with growing reports of 18-45year olds suffering from mental health problems it can happen to people of any age.

If capacity is lost and there is no LPA in place, any family or friends will have to apply to the Court of Protection for a Deputyship to make decisions on the donor’s behalf.

This is a lengthier process, costs much more than registering an LPA and will incur ongoing costs which an LPA does not.

It can never be certain that the Court of Protection will approve an application and

they are particularly reluctant to approve a Deputyship for a person’s health and welfare.

By using an LPA the donor can choose who will make decisions for them and how these decisions may be made. This control is lost if a Deputy must be appointed after capacity is lost.

Problems can be created where one member of a couple loses capacity. If the majority of the couple’s assets are held in joint names and one loses capacity, the other will not be able to access the joint accounts or deal with jointly owned property without applying to the Court of Protection. Similarly, if assets are mostly in the name of one partner who loses capacity, it could potentially leave the other unable to access any assets or be unable to maintain the home.

For a full explanation of the benefit of Lasting Power of Attorney’s speak to your local regulated experts Dorset Wills. See below.

Do you want to protect your family and loved ones?

Probably the most important documents you will ever own.

Wills & Power of Attorneys - £119.99 each

Special Offers: Complete protection Package for a couple includes wills, all Power of Attorneys, Advanced Directives and all copies. £599.00

Complete protection Package for a single person.

All as opposite for a single person. £359.00

(A Saving of £130.98 off normal price of £729.98)

(A Saving of £50.97 off normal price of £409.97)

www.dorsetwill.com

Book your FREE home visit now on 01202 065953 Kingsland House, 514 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9NG

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

41

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

42

0% APR finance options available

www.kandbinstallations.co.uk

Complete installation service • All building work and trades covered • Supply only Tile Supplier • Able Bathrooms • Worktop & door changes • Small jobs welcome NEW MILTON SHOWROOM 97 Station Road, New Milton, BH25 6JJ

Tel: 01425 460621

Craig Byars t/a K and B Installations

WEST MOORS SHOWROOM

135 Station Road, West Moors, BH22 0HT

Tel: 01202 861972

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

Electric Garage Doors

43

Sale Offer Automatic Insulated Aluminium Fitted Roller Garage Door • So simple to operate • Fully automatic • Simple key fob operation • Fully insulated • No maintenance • Reduced draughts • Space saving • Full range of colours • Single / double doors made in our own factory

From

£699

No De po Requi sit red

Covering all parts of Dorset

01202 283131

Open 7 days a week • info@skandoor.co.uk

www.skandoor.co.uk Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

44

GRAB TRUCKS

Telephone:

01258 857465

GRAB TRUCKS

CEMENT

COBBLES

C

SLATE

SOIL

GRANITE

CEMENT

PATH GRAVEL

DECORATIVE STONE NATURAL PAVING

M

LA IV E SM RG R I A E & ES LL

LI C E

BULK BAGS

PEBBLES

O

EL

B

D

COBBLES

C

Dawkins Road, Hamworthy, BH15 4JP Head Office: Henbury Quarry, Old Market Road, Corfe Mullen, BH21 3QZ

GRIT

U

EL C

P

W

www.mbwilkes.com

Dawkins Road, Hamworthy, Dorset BH15 4JP Head Office: Henbury Quarry, Old Market Road, Corfe Mullen BH21 3QZ

SAND

P

info@mbwilkes.com

U

info@mbwilkes.com 01258 857465 www.mbwilkes.com

EL

O M

E

B LI

DECORATIVE STONE NATURAL PAVING

SLEEPERS

GRAVEL

BULK BAGS

PEBBLES

W

PATH GRAVEL

SCALPINGS

ROOT ZONE

SOIL

SLATE

EL

TOP DRESSING

SLEEPERS GRIT

GRANITE

LA IV E SM RG R I A E & ES LL

RECYCLED PRODUCTS

SCALPINGS

SAND

D

CONCRETE BLOCKS

S N O TI ME EC O LL LC E W

TOP DRESSING

O

CONCRETE BLOCKS

RECYCLED PRODUCTS

ROOT ZONE GRAVEL

S N O TI ME EC O LL LC E W

O

C

Sands, Soils, Gravels & Decorative Stone

E E D A OM TR LC E W

C

E E D A OM TR LC E W

01258 857465 To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397 info@mbwilkes.com

www.mbwilkes.com

45

CAMERAS & BINOCULARS WANTED

By Private Collector ANY Age, Format, Quantity or Quality - Collections Of ANY Size - Lenses Of All Types - Clockwork Cine ALSO Wanted 8mm, 16mm, 35mm - BEST PRICES PAID - WILL COLLECT - ANY DISTANCE CONSIDERED Please Call Keith On

01202 862886

10% off your first clean with this advert

01202 705045

ovenking.co.uk - info@ovenking.co.uk Oven and Range Cleaning Hob and Extractor Cleaning Carpet Cleaning End of Tenancy Cleaning All operators DBS checked

Over 4000 satisfied customers a year!

Commercial Enquires Welcome

 

             

 

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

46

Index of advertisers

Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...

Activities Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre.... 12 Bathrooms Go Shower................................... 44 K & B Installations....................... 42 Blinds & Shutters Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Tuscany Blinds............................. 34 Builders Ian Jones...................................... 17

Estate & Letting Agents Powis........................................... 38 Richard Godsell............................ 27

Pet Services “Muddy”ford Mutts...................... 3 Vida T.......................................... 17

Fitted Furniture Custom Fit.................................... 9

Plumbing & Heating Services Gas BoilerCare............................. 14

Garage Doors Skandoor...................................... 43

Property Maintenance Ian Jones Property Services......... 17 Phil’s Handyman Services............ 19

Garage Services Kimberley Garage........................ 45 Garden Buildings Frenchmoor Garden Buildings..... 30 Stable Structures......................... 19

Puzzles & Competitions Kids Page..................................... 10 Prize Wordsearch......................... 35 Sudoku......................................... 18

Garden Centres Kings Park Nursery...................... 12

Religious Organisations Christian Science Reading Room.... 37

Garden Services Almanac Garden Specialists........ 22 Ed’s Garden Services.................... 20 Gardening with Nicholas............. 34 Rob Young Garden Services.......... 7

Residential Care Homes Care South: Wickmeads................. 6

Health & Wellbeing Disappearing Ink.......................... 21

Social Media Services Mike’s Online Academy............... 22

Chiropractors Paul Harris................................... 17

Hearing Aids Clarity Hearing Solutions.............. 6

Solicitors Robert Wrynne............................. 2

Community News Adventures of Nellie.................... 28 Beginner’s Guide: Pest control..... 36 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Spend 30 Days Wild.................... 16 New Forest Show 2018................ 26 What’s on in Dorset..................... 32 World War One Memorial at All Saints Chuch..................... 8

Hotels, Bars & Restaurants The Overcliff Pub......................... 18

Tattooists Immortal...................................... 21

Kitchens K & B Installations....................... 42

Travel Brittany Ferries............................ 31

Landscaping Supplies M B Wilkes................................... 44

Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons..................... 15 Timbers Tree Care........................ 42

Cafes Bournemouth Parks..................... 30 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 45 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners Cleaning Doctor............................ 7 Zero Dry Time.............................. 38 Chiropodists Karen Lewis-Fry........................... 22 Watcombe Foot Clinic................... 7

Computer Services Home Tech Trainer....................... 22 Demolition & Asbestos Clearance Pro-Dem...................................... 13 Denture Services Dorset Denture Clinic................... 19 Drainage Services All Drains Cleared........................ 20 Education Bournemouth Collegiate School.... 48 Southbourne School of English.... 41

Loft Ladder Installations Loft Services................................. 14 Meal Delivery Services Custom Lunches........................... 23 Opticians Bournemouth Vision Centre........ 14

Roofing PR Smith Roofing......................... 20

Waste Services All-Clear Waste Services.............. 17 Pro-Dem...................................... 13 Will Writing Services Dorset Wills................................. 40

Painters & Decorators Kath Goward................................ 3

Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze........................................ 39 Cloudy2Clear Windows................ 11 Custom Roof Lights...................... 37 Pure Windows............................. 25

Party Services The Fancy Mirror Booth Co........... 5

Worktops Portman Stone............................. 47

Oven Cleaners Oven King.................................... 45

To advertise in The Southbourne Link, please call: 01202 894397

47

GRANITE & QUARTZ WORKTOPS Ask About Our Stylish

SERGIO

Quartz Stone COLLECTION

A337

The kitchen Image shown is an example from our Silestone Range

A35

Portman Stone Factory/Showroom

CHRISTCHURCH Sainsbury’s

SOMERFORD

QUARTZ COLLECTION

APPROVED SILVER SILESTONE FABRICATOR

SHOWROOM & GRANITE GALLERY 1 Airfield Way, Christchurch BH23 3PE

QUARTZ STOCKIST

Call 01202 484 340

info@portmanstone.com www.portmanstone.com

Please mention The Southbourne Link when responding to adverts

EXCEPTIONAL

BCS Senior, College Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 2DY

Every Da is an Ope y n Day at BCS

t: +44 (0)1202 436550 e: senior-admin@bcschool.co.uk www.bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk

The Southbourne Link

The very best in independent co-education, day and boarding from 11-18 Dorset, years in the heart of Southbourne.

1 Moorlands Rise, West Moors, Ferndown, BH22 0JR