The Southbourne Link - April 2012

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The Southbourne Link Hello Southbourne, Tuckton & Hengistbury Head!

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Published by: Debbie & Stephen Corney at Dorset Publications

Telephone: 01202 894397

Email: info@southbournelink.co.uk

Copy deadline for May 2012 edition: 24th April 2012 Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the p ub lis her c annot acc ep t any liability to any party to loss or d a mag e c aus ed b y err o rs o r omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.

The Southbourne Link does not officially endorse any advertising mater ia l inc lude d within the p ub l i c a t i o n. N o p a r t of t h is publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

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

This month as always there are lots of trades people and services to help you around the house, in the garden and for you personally. We have many different categories from dentists to fencing, from chimney sweeps to prom dresses, from fishmongers to kitchens and many, many more. When you give any of the advertisers a call do mention The Southbourne Link. Steve, myself and all of the advertisers thank you for your continued support.

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

Failing that give one of our advertisers a call and get some jobs done in the house!

Stephen and I wish you all the very best.

Regards,

Debbie

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Need a Vet? Call Natterjacks!

Local resident Andy Matthew has Southbourne with his partner Emily opened a new veterinary practice in (also a vet!) in 2009. When a vacant Boscombe East only a few yards art deco bank building from the away from where he attended 1930s came to his attention it school. 'Natterjacks Vet', named seemed too good an opportunity to after the elusive local amphibian, miss, despite the premises being in opened it's doors at the end of an advanced state of dilapidation.

February and continues a long- 'It was an ambitious project but am running family association with the delighted with the end result and area – Andy's grandfather lived on the feedback from visitors has been Hengistbury Head and worked as a great. Am just thrilled to be back teacher and 30 years ago this year working in the area I love and it is a his father and uncle established real honour to be able to look after Matthew and Matthew solicitors in the pets of so many friends and Southbourne Grove. family members'.

Andy trained as a vet in Bristol and Natterjacks Vet is located on since qualifying in 2003 has worked Christchurch Road in Boscombe both in the UK and for charities East. Please phone 01202 427404 abroad treating an extraordinarily for more info or visit the website diverse variety of animals including horses, farm animals, dogs and cats www.natterjacksvet.com. as well as more exotic species ranging from parrots to chimpanzees.

However it was always his intention to come back to the area to establish his own veterinary clinic and he returned to live in Andy Matthew outside the new Natterjacks Vet premises

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My name is Stuart Davies and I would like to introduce myself as an ICT Technician!

I am a fully qualified CompTIA certified ICT and Network Technician and I can offer a professional and friendly service to both companies and individual customers. My services include PC/laptop repairs, data recovery, software/hardware installations, upgrades, virus removal and network and wi-fi setup.

Nobody wants to be without their computer and, in most cases, I can sort any problems in customers' own homes or places of business, but if it is necessary to remove any equipment, I aim to return it as quickly as possible.

I also endeavour to keep costs as low as possible and I do not charge a call-out fee, ie "no fix-no fee".

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Find us online at www.southbournelink.co.uk 1880s, a well-known London writer, William Stead, wrote an imaginative story in the Pall Mall Gazette about a liner sinking in the Atlantic with far too few life-boats.

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

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

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

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month of April, 1912.’

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

You can guess the rest…

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

And drowned.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Do you Love Fish too?

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

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

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

But Love Fish is not just for seafood lovers.

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

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

Like Fish? Want more fresh fish?

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Traditional Acupuncture Jackie Greenwood BSc (Hons) Ac, LicAc, MBAcC

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Telephone: 01202 419317 Do you suffer from any of the following?

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Ye Olde George Inn’s Famous Spring Beer Festival returns. With thirty different craft real ales, ten proper artisanal ciders and a hog roast featuring three little pigs, this year will be unmissable. For three days only: don’t miss out!

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The Extension Without The Tension When you are investing in an extension it can be an extremely stressful time.

Not only is an extension often quite a major investment for our customers, but everyone recognises that home life can also be temporarily disrupted whilst the building work is undertaken.

We understand this and, by appreciating how our customers feel, we always make sure that we conduct the work with minimal disruption to your home, and we keep rigidly to our costs and timescales.

If you are considering an extension, please talk to us. As a highly professional and friendly firm we have a great deal of experience and knowledge in this area.

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through to major domestic and residential building.

For larger building projects, we will spend time with you to fully understand your requirements, timescales and budget and we’ll always offer open and honest advice.

We also develop full project plans, provide fixed costs and we answer all of your questions to give you every reassurance that you are making the right decision.

It’s something we have done for many years and has earned us a reputation that we are very proud of.

Run by Louie Parete, known by his customers and colleagues for his very high standards, you can rest-assured that with ACP Builders you will enjoy a pleasant, reliable and honest service.

With the personal touch to undertake the smallest home repairs, and the capability and experience to fully project manage substantial developments, ACP Builders is a firm with all the solutions. So give Louie a call today on 01202 417939.

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Please help our bees!

Bees and other pollinating insects are on the decline in gardens, mostly down to our choice of plants.

Low nectar producing plants that have been introduced to the UK, the South Coast in particular, have had a drastic effect on native insect populations.

Encouraging native British plants, such as Cornflower and Scabious, c an dr a ma tic ally i nc r ea s e th e number of insects visiting you g a r d e n . F o x gl o v e , Bo r a g e a n d Hollyhocks do well in shadier places, and two very important plants, Clover and Self-Heal are both found in natural lawns, but killed by many ‘lawn preparations’ I am passionate about improving gardens for wildlife, if you are too, call me!

Gardening For Wildlife Colin Bright on 07541 213833

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Talking about wildlife with

Heard the cuckoo yet?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cuckoo

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Do you have swelling of the arm, legs or body?

Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that affects 100,000 men, women and children in the UK. Lymphoedema can have a deleterious effect on patients’ physical and psychological health. It is a distressing, painful condition causing swelling of limbs or body, which can result in swollen feet, ankles and limbs which are uncomfortable and unsightly; there is also increased risk of infection (cellulitis). The limb/s are swollen, heavy and tight and makes it difficult to put on clothes.

Lymphoedema is a long-term condition which cannot be cured, but with appropriate treatment it can be significantly improved.

Lymphoedema can be either primary or secondary. Primary Lymphoedema usually develops as a result of a genetic fault within the lymphatic system. Secondary Lymphoedema develops when the lymphatic system is damaged; this may happen following treatment for cancer, i.e. surgery or radiotherapy, but may also occur as a result of infection, severe injury, burns or any other trauma.

Many people are unaware that treatment is available or do not know where to go for hel p. Tr eatm ent co nsi st s of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), compression bandaging, skincare and exercise. The positive effects of MLD are widely known and respected throughout Europe, Australia and the USA. The Royal Marsden Hospital has made regular use of MLD Specialists since 1990 and MLD is recognised by leading cancer charities including Macmillan Cancer Support and Breast Cancer Care.

Lee Thornhill is a therapist who is based in Southbourne and Ringwood; she first became interested in MLD after meeting someone with lymphoedema; she made a complete career change and retrained as an MLD therapist.

Lee Thornhill is a member of MLDUK, BLS and LSN and can be contacted on 01202 423240 or 07729 492 295 — www.lee-thornhill.co.uk

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KAREN LEWISLEWIS-FRY MSSCh MBChA Dip.Biomechanics Surgery & home visits Monday – Friday Also Wednesday Evening Surgery British Chiropody Association Member

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Boscombe & Southbourne Probus Club We are a club of retired & semi-retired gentlemen who meet on the second Thursday of each month with a speaker followed by lunch. The speaker on 12th April is Peter Cotton and the topic will be "Teaching in Prisons".

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

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

Southbourne Bowls Club

Watchmen Gospel Singers

Sunday 20th May, 10am to 4pm

We are an all male barbershop singing group and we rehearse on Thursday afternoons at Cranleigh Community Church in Southbourne from 2pm until 3:15pm.

We have an open day for the public and prospective new members where they will be encouraged to see the facilities and try their hand at a game of bowls.

This is at Southbourne Bowling Club, Seafield Gardens, Southbourne and telephone number for the club, should anyone wish to contact us, is 01202 427522.

SOUTHBOURNE FRIENDSHIP CLUB

NOW IN IT’S 49TH YEAR We meet every Wednesday offering talks, musical entertainments, quizzes etc.

Only £8.00 per annum + 50p weekly to include tea & biscuits For More information contact 422318.

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If you would like to join us, a warm welcome awaits you. Don’t worry if you cannot read music, as training will be given. Come along as a probationer for six weeks and see if it is for you.

We guarantee that you will have fun and make new friends. What is more important is that you will discover the joy and the positive health benefits of singing as well as being part of a friendly and supportive team.

Interested? Please phone John on 01202 421891 with any questions.

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

Phil’s Handy man service And Property maintenance Competitive rates Reliable No job too big, no job too small Flat pack assembly All property maintenance Painting and decorating Gardening etc

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

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Recipe: Rhubarb Crumble Puffs 5 Rhubarb sticks, cut into 3cm pieces 1 Tsp ground cinnamon 3 Tbsp plain flour, plus extra for dusting 5 Tbsp soft brown sugar 1/2 x 500g block puff pastry 3 Tbsp unsalted butter 50g Rolled oats 1. Pre-heat the oven to gas 6/200c/180c.

2. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.

3. Roll out the pastry on a floured surface to about 20x30cm, then cut into quarters and place on the sheet.

4. Rub together the remaining flour and butter until it resembles fine breadcrumbs then add the sugar and oats to make a rough crumble mixture.

5. Divide the rhubarb between the pastry quarters, leaving a 1cm rim.

6. Sprinkle the oat mixture over, then fold and pinch each corner to keep the filling in.

Bake for 20-25 mins and serve warm.

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Index of Advertisers Acupuncturists Jackie Greenwood.................................................18 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds......................................................... 3 Builders & Carpenters ACP Builders .........................................................21 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners The Cleaning Doctor .............................................24 Carpets & Flooring Dorset Contract Flooring ......................................25 Chimney Sweeps Oliver Chimney Sweep .......................................... 3 Chiropodists Karen Lewis-Fry ....................................................31 Chiropractors Paul Harris ............................................................24 Clothing Bournemouth Jeans ..............................................32 Fab Frocks.............................................................15 Community News Dorset Wildlife Trust.............................................28 Need a Vet? Call Natterjacks!............................... 6 Recipe: Rhubarb Crunchy Puffs .............................37 Shoot: Youth football............................................34 Southbourne & Boscombe Probus Club.................34 Southbourne Bowls Club.......................................34 Southbourne Library .............................................36 Southbourne Literary Society................................11 Watchmen Gospel Singers....................................34 Computer Services Stuart Davies ........................................................ 8 Dance Classes CB Dance ..............................................................26 Denture Services Dorset Denture Clinic............................................27 Domestic Cleaning All Mopped Up......................................................35 Electrical Appliance Repairs Quality Electrical...................................................25 Electricians Blackwell Electrical ............................................... 8 D Lowrey...............................................................22 Savage Electrical...................................................18 Fishmongers Love Fish...............................................................16 Fitted Furniture Custom World....................................................... 5 Garage Services Kimberley Garage .................................................12 Garden Services (see also Tree Surgeons) Colin Bright...........................................................27 Deem Garden Services..........................................16 Green Fingers ....................................................... 1

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Hairdressers Bella Hair ............................................................. 29 Health & Fitness Massage Therapist: Lee Thornhill ........................ 31 Hearing Aids Clarity Hearing Solutions ..................................... 14 Insulation Dorset Energy Advice Centre................................ 35 Kitchens Kitchen Insight ..................................................... 22 Ladies Fashion Fab Frocks............................................................ 15 Landscaping Supplies The Stone Zone .................................................... 9 Lawn Services Green Thumb ....................................................... 13 Painters & Decorators GMS Decorating & House Maintenance .............. 24 Whitehouse Decor ............................................... 29 Party Stores Peeks ................................................................... 18 Pet Grooming & Supplies Vida T................................................................... 31 Plumbing & Heating Services Allens Heating...................................................... 23 Dr Plumber........................................................... 29 Gas BoilerCare ..................................................... 7 Property Maintenance Phil’s Handyman Services .................................... 35 Shoreline Property Maintenance ......................... 27 Pubs, Cafes & Restaurants Love Fish .............................................................. 16 Mon Petit Cafe..................................................... 12 Ye Olde George Inn .............................................. 19 Puzzles & Competitions Prize Wordsearch................................................. 33 Roofing Services Broadway Roofing ............................................... 12 P R Smith Roofing Ltd .......................................... 31 Shopping Discover Westbourne........................................... 17 Solicitors Robert Wrynne .................................................... 2 Swim Schools Swalings............................................................... 5 Tree Surgeons All Seasons Tree & Garden Care........................... 29 Jack’s Tree Services.............................................. 3 Turf & Garden Supplies Sherborne Turf..................................................... 22 Vets Natterjacks Vet .................................................... 40 Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze ................................................................ 39

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