The Wimborne Directory - January 2020

Promoting your local area

January 2020

THE

WIMBORNE

Directory

Happy New Year!

Brought to you by

Dorset Publications Promoting your local area

www.dorsetpublications.co.uk

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Wimborne Roofing Specialists Ltd

Local Established Family Business • • • • •

New Roofs Flat Roofs Tiling Leadwork UPVC Fascias & Soffits

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Roof Repairs Slating Guttering Chimneys Wimborne Roofing Specialists Ltd

FREE Roof Checks • FREE Quotations No job too small • 15% Discount for OAPs for first £1000

Telephone 01202 848684 or 07761 038516 Email: k.n@wrsl.uk • Web: www.wrsl.uk To advertise in The Wimborne Directory, please call: 01202 894397

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07552 451 007 ALL WORK FULLY GUARANTEED FREE QUOTATIONS & ADVICE No deposit required ~ Full liability insurance

Tree Work Hedge Cutting Turfing & Fencing Garden Tidy Ups Rubbish Clearance Jet Washing Roof & Gutter Cleaning Drive Re-sand & Sealing

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Dear Wimborne, Merley & Colehill residents,

Introduction

The Wimborne Directory Edition 50

Published by:

Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Publications

Telephone: 01202 894397

Email:

info@wimbornedirectory.co.uk

Copy deadline for the February edition: 13th January 2020

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 Wimborne Directory does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the publication.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

A Very Happy New Year to you All! Have you made your New Year’s Resolutions yet? It certainly is a time to reflect, look at what worked in 2019 and what will work better in 2020. Let’s not ponder too much on any mistakes but look towards the coming year with optimism and positivity, maybe a little realism too, but definitely a hopeful attitude. We like to plan a holiday as well as look at what needs improving in the home.

Your Local Directory is here to help you with all that, so I do hope you are finding this useful. After all the festivities you may have some time to sit quietly, have a read and plan your next twelve months. The local businesses and trades inside are here for you to make that planning a reality.

They love to hear from you, so please make their day and give them a call. It makes all our work here worthwhile. It is what we are here for. If you have any questions or suggestions for improving your magazine, please let me know. We are very happy to hear from you.

All the Very Best for 2020!

Debbie, Stephen, Hayden & Daichi

Useful Numbers Local Police Southern Electricity Transco Gas Emergency Bournemouth. Hospital

101 08457 708090 0800 111999 01202 303626

Train Enquires Wilts & Dorset Bus Sembcorp Water Wimborne Library

08457 484950 01983 827005 01202 590059 01202 882770

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Dorset & Wight Wills Your Local Experts in providing Affordable

LASTING POWER of ATTORNEYS Probably the most important documents you will ever own.

Wills: £140 each - Single Power of Attorneys: £140 each

Special Offer 1: Both Lasting Power of Attorneys for a single person £270 (save £10)

Special Offer 2: All four Lasting Power of Attorneys for a couple £530 (save £30)

Special Offer 3: All four Lasting Power of Attorneys and two Wills for a couple £798 (save £42)

Special Offer 4: A complete Property Protection Trust, Wills and all four Lasting Power of Attorneys for a couple - Limited time offer £999 (save £350) Protect your assets from paying for care fees and other third-party predators.

We are specialists in providing for the elderly or less mobile. Everything is dealt with in the comfort of your own home.

All home visits are completely FREE of charge.

Members of the Society of Will Writers and Estate Planning Practitioners.

Book your FREE home visit now on 01202 065953 or 01983 623900 Ferndown, Dorset and Isle of Wight

www.dorsetandwight.co.uk

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Classic and contemporary solutions from Tuscany Blinds & Shutters Ltd Tuscany Blinds & Shutters Ltd has over 30 years experience supplying and installing blinds, shutters and awnings. A small family owned business based in Bournemouth, we service homes and offices in Dorset and Hampshire. We offer a wide range of products, specialising in plantation shutters and patio coverings. At Tuscany Blinds & Shutters Ltd, we only source the best products, offering you classic and contemporary solutions for every taste.

01202 848628 | info@tuscanyblinds.com | www.tuscanyblinds.com

LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY Making difficult situations easier Diverse Abilities Advice Team can assist you with: • Deciding whether to create a financial LPA, a welfare LPA, or both.

• Completing the application forms.

• Overseeing the signing and registration of the applications.

25%

Call: 0300 330 5514

on a pair of LPA

9am – 1.30pm weekdays for further details

DISCOUNT booked in Dec or Jan

15%

DISCOUNT

on a single LPA booked in Dec or Jan

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07825 066727 | 0800 652 4576 “Freephone Anytime�

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Community News

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Exciting tales by returning awardwinning author Nicholas Jubber A New Year’s treat in store for the Friends of Wimborne Library and visitors on Wednesday, 29th January at 7pm - Wimborne Library.

Award-winning travel writer Nicholas Jubber who spoke at Wimborne Literary Festival this year is making a special return visit to entertain the Friends of Wimborne Library.

Nicholas describes himself as “…a writer and traveller, with a passion for history and a pair of itchy feet. I’m fascinated by storytelling, nomadism, exploration and the connections (or misconnections!) between past and present.”

In his latest book, Epic Continent - Adventures in the Great Stories of Europe, he explores some of Europe’s iconic tales, how matters of honour, fundamentalism, fate, nationhood, sex, class and politics have preoccupied the people of Europe across the millennia.

Nicholas discovers how the world of gods and emperors, dragons and water-maidens, knights and princesses made their deep impact on European identity.

So, do join us on this exciting journey! FREE entry for the Friends of WL, £3 for guests or £6 for a year’s Friends membership to include free entry to this event.

Tickets available at Wimborne Library or at the door on the night. Refreshments available.

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For all your flooring solutions:

Carpet • Vinyl • Wood The finest British designed and made luxury products Local and independent retailer

Flooring Elegance

Unit 5, John Brown’s Garden Centre, Ringwood Rd, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6RD

T: 01202 829662

E: inspiration@flooringelegance.co.uk W: www.flooringelegance.co.uk

Do you drive an automatic car?

The majority of car manufacturers recommend changing the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) on automatic gearboxes every 40,000 miles.

We have invested and are now equipped with the latest ATF exchanger machine, which runs flushing detergent through the gearbox, thus ensuring a 100% exchange of the total fluid capacity, unlike traditional methods.

Are you experiencing any of the following?  Rough gear change during acceleration  Slow or delayed gearshifts  Difficult to move from Park to Drive/Reverse

Contact us on 01202 894488 to book your automatic car in for a fluid service 441 Wimborne Rd East, Ferndown, BH22 9NA

 Noisy gear changes or loud running noise  An increase in transmission vibrations

www.longham-motor-engineers.co.uk

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Community News

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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 Wimborne 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!!!

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Wildlife News

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Talking about Wildlife...

The secret world of the robin The much-loved robin is one of the UK’s favourite garden visitors. Adorning Christmas cards at this �me of year, the robin is a truly iconic species, o�en associated with winter.

Perhaps the best thing about the robin is that it’s easily iden�fied; brown with a white belly and the famous red breast make it unmistakable, even for the wildlife novice.

O�en seen using gardens and local green spaces, they make their presence known with a loud, territorial song that they sing all year round, so they’re hard to miss.

Whilst they can be found in the most unusual places such as plant pots, old wellies and shelves, shrubs and par�cularly ivy (another fes�ve favourite!) are their favoured place for nes�ng. Fiercely territorial birds, during the breeding season (April to June) the female is allowed into the male’s territory where she sets up a nest of dead leaves, moss and hair.

Like any other garden visitor, robins need a helping hand during the winter as they can be adversely affected by cold snaps. Robins are small, and smaller birds can o�en suffer the most in colder condi�ons. O�en if a robin visits your garden just once, they are known to return �me and �me again. Finding food is a constant occupa�on for them, and whilst Ivy provides rich delicious berries, robins will appreciate any offerings you have for them in your garden as the winter draws in. They are ground feeders, so try to provide food for them on a table as they will struggle to use hanging feeders.

By encouraging robins (or other birds) into your garden, you will be rewarded with a display of red plumage and beau�ful bird

Robin

Photo: Alexander Mustard

song. It’s no surprise that the robin has been voted the UK’s first na�onal bird.

Did you know that Dorset Wildlife Trust is a membership organisa�on? This January, Dorset Wildlife Trust is offering half price membership for new supporters from 2nd – 31st so if you’d like to start the year by helping wildlife where you live, this is the perfect opportunity. Prices start from just £1.75 per month!

Visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk to find out more and support wildlife and wild places in 2020.

By Sally Welbourn

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thewindowman

Tel: 01202 488880 E: windowmandorset@gmail.com

SPECIALISING IN

REPLACEMENT MISTED UP DOUBLE GLAZING Offering a full Window & Door Repair Service Hinges • Locks • Handles • Door Services • Broken Glass • Cat Flaps Fitted

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

Tel: 01202 861972

Visit our West Moors showroom: 135 Station Road, West Moors, BH22 0HT

Craig Byars t/a K and B Installations

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MASTERS IN BLOCK PAVING AND TARMAC

County Block Paving

Ltd SINCE 1990

 Block Paving  Tarmacadam

 Resin  Patios

All work fully guaranteed

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 Walls  Fencing etc.

No deposits

90% of our work comes from customer recommendations Office: 01202 069925 Mobile: 07437 476 732 Email: countyblockpaving@hotmail.com www.countyblockpaving.co.uk

SHOWROOM

01202 828009

Unit 1 Long Meadow Industial Estate, Three Legged Cross, BH21 6RD

Bespoke furniture designed for you

www.docsfittedfurniture.co.uk

Email: info@docsfittedfurniture.co.uk

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Toes & Fingers WHEN TIME IS AGAINST YOU...

MY TIME COULD BE YOURS! Toe and finger nail cutting service in your own home Toe nail cutting £15 Finger nail cutting £12 Both treatments £18 Established 1990 Qualified & Fully Insured

Call Kay on

07968 290333

Small businesses are under a lot of pressure at the moment and do not carry any extra staff so, when things become very busy, staff take holiday or go off sick, the implications are felt very quickly. This is where Just ask Juli comes in. Due to my extensive employment experiences I can help with a variety of tasks ranging from answering the phone, responding to emails to planning an event or managing social media campaigns.

All you need to do is Just ask Juli! I’m happy to work for just a couple of hours to help you catch up, a couple of days or a couple of weeks … whatever you need to make a positive difference to you.

So could I help you or someone you know?

Just ask Juli!

• • • • • • •

event management social media management website updates creation of newsletters answering the phone email/diary management inputting invoices onto accounts system • data entry

• spreadsheet creation / updating • updating systems (reducing paperwork) • file management • charity fundraising • project research • lifts to / from appointments • shopping companion

Special Offer …

10% discount if you respond to this advert.

Please quote JAJW20

Contact Just ask Juli m: 07768 094914 e: justaskjuli@gmail.com fb: @justaskjuli IG: justaskjuli

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Your law firm for life Our Services Include:

Family Matters | Moving Home | Personal Injury | Debt Recovery Wills and Probate | Medical Negligence | Employment Advice Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Commercial Property Residential Leasehold Property | Commercial and Business Services

01202 338811

www.coles-miller.co.uk

Offices in: Poole | Bournemouth | Broadstone | Christchurch | Wimborne

Protect Up To £1 Million From Inheritance Tax Reduce Your Tax Bill By Planning Ahead Inheritance Tax (IHT) can take a huge bite out of your estate – 40 per cent. But you can use government tax reliefs to reduce your IHT liability.

HMRC rules enable you to leave up to £1 million tax-free. You just need to plan ahead – and carry over any unused tax reliefs. You will also need to review your will.

How To Leave £1 Million Tax-Free You can leave £325,000 with no IHT liability.

Add to that property relief on the next £150,000 in 2019/20 or £175,000 in 2020/21. That’s £475,000/£500,000 free from IHT. Bequests between spouses are tax-free. So unused reliefs can be passed to the surviving spouse. That means you can claim two sets of reliefs up to £500,000 – a total of £1 million free from IHT. More Tax Reliefs And Exemptions Various other reliefs and exemptions enable you to pass money to loved ones year-by-year without tax penalty:

• Potentially Exempt Transfers (PETs) – but you must remain alive for at least seven years afterwards or they will be included in your estate • your Annual Exemption – £3,000 per individual per tax year (and you can carry forward an unused exemption from the previous year) • IHT-free gifts – within certain rules.

Find Out More, Book A Free Chat Worried about Inheritance Tax? Book a chat with Coles Miller’s specialist wills solicitors in Wimborne. Contact Coles Miller Partner Stuart Bradford for more information: Coles Miller Solicitors LLP 21 Eastbrook Row, Crown Mead, Wimborne, BH21 1HN 01202 935039 www.coles-miller.co.uk

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BLINDS

Vertical • Roller • Venetian • Conservatory

ALL YEAR ROUND VALUE - Save ££s off latest fabrics We measure, quote, supply and fit

Call John Slate

01202 896304 07970 815827 john@abbey-blinds.co.uk

- The Shop That Comes To You -

SUMMERWOOD LANDSCAPE & GROUNDWORK Patios, Paths, Driveways, Decking, Fencing, Brickwork, Shed Bases, Turfing Call Martin on

07702 309726 Email: martinrendell@outlook.com Established over 20 years

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Community News

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Calling all book lovers!

A popular home library service, run by Royal Voluntary Service, the national volunteering organisation, is looking to grow its service for housebound readers in the BCP Council area.

The Home Library Service brings books to people who can no longer get to a library. It operates from most libraries in Dorset, Poole and Bournemouth.

Volunteers deliver books and share their love of reading with the people they visit. They are a friendly face and a regular visitor to those whose mobility and social interactions are limited, and they provide a useful check on the safety and well-being of their readers, too.

One of our readers commented: “It is an excellent service; it’s a real delight when it is hard to get to the library oneself. The volunteer is so friendly, they may be the only person I shall see all day.”

offers a vital link to the local library.

The service enables them to carry on doing something they’ve always enjoyed and helps alleviate feelings of isolation and loneliness.”

The Home Library Service is delivered free of charge; it is not only for older people, but for anybody who finds getting to the library difficult, including carers.

To find out more or to request the service please contact the Royal Voluntary Service office on 01305 236666, or e-mail Maria on maria. jacobson@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk. Alternatively you can speak to the staff at your local library.

www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

Maria Jacobson, service manager for Dorset and BCP Home Library Services, says, “For people who enjoy reading or listening to an audio recording but find getting out of the house challenging, this service

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Free Tree Inspections • Your Local Tree Surgeons Tree & Hedge Trimming Pruning & Shaping Dead Wooding Stump Removal

Tree Planting Decompaction & Aeration Pigeon Prevention Planning Applications

Free Tree Inspections Your Local Tree Surgeons

LTD LTD APEX TREE SURGEONS APEX TREE SURGEONS www.apextreesurgeons.com • enquiries@apextreesurgeons.com www.apextreesurgeons.com • enquiries@apextree surgeons.com

08000800 999999 9910 479215• 01202 • 01202 856404 9910• •07973 07973 479215 856404

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LOCAL ELECTRICIAN LUKE RAINFORD EXPERIENCED, TRUSTED, QUALITY All Works, Small or Large Free Quotations, NO VAT City & guilds, 18th edition qualified Fully insured • Accredited by NICEIC

Phone: 07881 788666 • info@rainfordelectrical.com

We are family run business and have been building our reputation within the Hampshire and Dorset region since 2007. Since then we have continued to supply quality products fitted by qualified FENSA MTC fitters. Our Directors have over 45 year’s experience within the window industry and we tailor every job for our customers.

Our Ringwood showroom has a wide range of the latest doors and windows available please feel free to visit for a no obligation quotation.

sales@rfmwindows.com

01425 476222

Ringwood, BH24 1DY

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Here at United Fencing Supplies we specialise in all types of fencing from domestic to industrial.

We stock a full range of timber fencing products including: • Picket Fencing • Closeboard Fencing • Trellis and Overlap • Closeboard Panels

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UNITED FENCING SUPPLIES LTD

Fitting service offered

We manufacture all of our own panels, trellis and gates so if you have any bespoke requirements please don’t hesitate to contact us.

With over 25 years’ experience we are confident that United Fencing Supplies is the right choice for your garden project.

Kerbside delivery

Bespoke designs

Competitively priced

For a free no obligation quote call 01202 895500 or email: sales@unitedfencingsupplies.co.uk

www.unitedfencingsupplies.co.uk Find us at: 41 Telford Road, Ferndown Industrial Estate, Dorset BH21 7RX

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Puzzle Corner

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Crossword

Across 8 Sieve (4) 9 Uncompromising (10) 10 A short passage at the end of a literary work (6) 11 Longing (8) 12 Effervesce (4) 13 Unfinished (10) 17 Decorate with gold leaf (4) 18 A Great Lake (5) 19 Coral island (4) 20 Opinion pieces in newspapers (10) 22 A stupid person (4) 23 Cajoles (8) 27 Fail to fulfill a promise (6) 28 Companionship (10) 29 Appear (4)

Down 1 Made less complex (10) 2 Used (8) 3 The kookaburra bird (10) 4 Chancy (4) 5 Queen of the gods (Greek mythology) (4)

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6 Converse non-verbally (6) 7 Scheme (4) 14 Papal court (5) 15 An unpublished literary work (10) 16 Systematic religious beliefs (10)

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www.philiptrimcontractors.com Email: info@philiptrimcontractors.com

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  For all your HEATING & PLUMBING needs...

Working in all aspects of HEATING and PLUMBING, including:

• Boiler Servicing and Repairs • Boiler Replacement • Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificates • General Plumbing • Free Estimates & No Call-Out Charge • Friendly, Local Service

T: 01202 083641 M: 07540 119323

E: pallenheatingandplumbing@gmail.com

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BOILER CALL

SPOT FREE WINDOWS Domestic and commercial window cleaning in West Moors and surrounding areas.

Prices from just £10.00 per property.

Free no obligation quote.

Monthly, quarterly service.

One off cleans.

End of tenancy cleans.

Fully Insured.

Tel: 07594 600239

WWW.SPOTFREEWINDOWS.CO.UK Email: spotfreewindow@outlook.com

Service & Repair Office:

01202 603357 Mobile:

07710 534759 Jeremy Lucas www.boilercall.com

A family run, quality business We are a local, family owned and run business, with over 30 years experience. From your initial enquiry to completed installation you can rely on our friendly, professional service and quality products.

Visit us or call

01202 825225 for your free, no obligation quotation Double Glazed PVC windows A+ as standard Triple Glazed PVC windows A++ as standard

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PVC or aluminium windows Composite doors Bi-folding doors Traditional conservatories Contemporary 'skyroom' Verandas Roofline – fascias, soffits & guttering Cladding – smooth or textured 10 year guarantee on all workmanship and materials

12 Victory Close, Woolsbridge Industrial Estate, Three Legged Cross BH21 6SX

www.dorsetwindows.co.uk

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WHOLE LOTTA LED Friday 10th January 8pm Tickets £21

ELO EXPERIENCE Friday 24th January 7.30pm Tickets £25

MICHAEL starring Ben Saturday 11th January Tickets £21

INTO THE GROOVE: Ultimate tribute to Madonna Saturday 25th January 7.30pm Tickets £25

ANDRE RIEU: 70 years young (Recorded screening) Sunday 12th January 5pm Tickets £16.50/£15 concs GARY FLETCHER BAND Thursday 16th January 7.30pm Tickets £18.50 THE BRITISH CARPENTERS Friday 17th January 7.30pm Tickets £22.50 JUDY COLLINS Sunday 19th January 5pm Tickets £35 & £25

ROGER CHAPMAN: Family & Friends Wed 29th January 7.30pm Tickets £28 JIM DAVIDSON 30th & 31st January 7.30pm Tickets £25

SCREENINGS: PRESENT LAUGHTER (RECORDED) LE MANS 66 • KNIVES OUT CATS • LITTLE WOMEN (See website for dates and times)

BOX OFFICE: 01202 885566 BOOK ONLINE AT: WWW.TIVOLIWIMBORNE.CO.UK

DEBORAH BONHAM Thursday 23rd January 7.30pm Tickets £18 Please mention The Wimborne Directory when responding to adverts

The Adventures of Daichi

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The Adventures of Daichi

The Dorset Publications Camper Van For anyone who is new to reading these fun pages, I would like to give you some background. They are meant to be a little tongue in cheek, family and friends orientated with places to visit around our wonderful southern coast and countryside. “Daichi” is a Japanese Nissan Elgrand, a converted Campervan who has a life of his own. He likes to show off and it is he that gets us out of the house, away from the computers and the TV, looking outwards. Daichi had his first criticism last month, a serious gentleman who did not see eye to eye with the “Dashing Dude’s” playful nature. You see, we like to bring a smile to your face and maybe lighten life up a bit. (We sincerely apologise to the gentleman who clearly did not react like this.) After-all there are plenty of things that do the opposite, so let’s not be too serious, let’s live a little, have some good old English entertainment and create some great memories. Here we go… again!

Daichi really did his homework this month.

Caring for the environment is so important and Daichi found something rather special. True to his nature, this area has a name that makes you instantly smile…

Stephen pretending to be David Bailey

A sighting of the lesser-spotted Debbie!

“Slop Bog”. Yes, we went to Slop Bog! You can imagine my reaction, or maybe best not to. Actually, this is a fascinating place, situated just off the A31 to Ferndown and the B3072 to West Moors. It is an SSSI that is a Site of Special Scientific Interest!

Not only is it a fascinating place to explore, but it was saved by a group of people who call themselves, “The Slop Bog Guardians”.

How wonderful is that. Way back in 2003 trees were going to be felled and this group of dedicated locals got together to save the day. Their motto is - “To preserve and protect the character of Slop Bog Local Nature Reserve by maintaining a balance between the views of the local community and national conservation strategies”. Daichi is impressed.

We had got all kitted out in wellies and raincoats, and Daichi had the coffee ready.

He knows me well. Off we set, rather early for us as the weather was going to turn and we did not want to get caught in the bog and have to be air-rescued. (as if… remember the time Nellie got stuck in the mud…) As soon as you enter the bog area, there is the peaceful silence of wondrous

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Not far into the bog we saw, what I thought was something burnt in the middle of a clump of trees… showing my ignorance, it turned out to be a food block, possibly a salt lick for the cows roaming around! The trampled muddy earth around it, made it look like a burning. Maybe I am once again showing the difference between our ‘dangerous environment’ which is all too often prevalent in the news and the calmness of what was actually before me. A very good reason to get out, away from our electronic age for a while. The British White Cattle even came over to say Hello and prove it was a feeding area! Stephen enjoyed doing his best David Bailey impersonation, taking lots of photos of the curious calf.

We regrettably did not see any lizards, snakes or slow worms, or maybe this was a blessing as Daichi may have screeched off and left us stranded. In the summer this is a haven for butterflies and birds including Stonechats, Dartford Warbler,

Daichi’s welcome whistling kettle...

Cattle roam the heathland Nightjars, Snipes and the Greater Spotted Woodpecker. This day you could only see the Lesser Spotted Debbie… literally in my raincoat. Frogs love it here too and all sorts of funghi thrive in full glory.

The beauty, the space and the tranquillity really helps you to see things in perspective, ‘chill out’ (literally, as it was not too warm) and collect your thoughts.

The coffee that Daichi provided from his whistling kettle, overlooking the heathland was very welcomed. A simple morning out on a cold, slightly wet day. Life does not have to be full on 24-7. Time out can make all the difference.

There are hundreds of these Sites of Scientific Interest, over 4000 in fact in the UK and 240 in Dorset alone. Maybe you could find one and let Daichi know?

He loves to hear from you. It is always possible to help and volunteers are welcomed with open arms. It is a great way to meet new friends, learn some new skills and look after the environment. A win-win we say.

With all the Christmas celebrations now over, do remember to take some time out for yourself. Taking a walk is very therapeutic. A Happy New Year to you all, from Daichi the Dashing Dude!

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Gardening Tips

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On Your Plot Planning veg for the year ahead If you’re new to veggie growing then this is the ideal time to start planning for the year ahead. Think about what space you have available for your crops and plan what you would like to grow and where.

Jobs for January:-

• Plan your crops • Protect crops against the cold and from pests such as pigeons • Sew le�uces indoors • Start rhubarb crowns Gardening may be the last thing on your mind in the cold weather but this is the perfect �me to plan what to grow and where this season.

It’s easy to get carried away when looking at catalogues or impressive displays of seed packets - but remember that it only makes sense to grow what you are likely to eat! If that s�ll leaves you with a list that exceeds the space available then it may be wise to trim back on crops that take up a lot of space or are easily and cheaply available from local sources (potatoes perhaps?). Think about concentra�ng on plants that will crop quickly allowing the space to be used again. Remember also that you can use pa�o containers and grow bags to add extra growing space.

Once you have your list split your available space into 3 (or 4) areas and then group your crops together by family so that they can be rotated around the areas in a 3 or 4 year cycle.

Group the cabbage family together, then the onion family along with the pea and bean family, and finally potatoes, tomatoes and the carrot family.

This is a great �me of year to seriously consider making some raised beds, if you don’t already have them. Make sure that they are not too wide for you to easily reach the middle from either side and that there is sufficient room

for easy access all the way around. The deeper you can make them the be�er and higher beds will mean less bending when you are plan�ng out seedlings, harves�ng or weeding.

If you have large areas of bare soil, awai�ng planting, then you may like to think about covering them with black plas�c, or cardboard, to protect the soil against the harsh January weather. Crops s�ll growing, such as purple sprou�ng broccoli, will benefit from protec�on against hungry pigeons - try covering with wire mesh, fleece, or some homemade bird scarers (try stringing up some old CD’s).

For those who are keen to get sowing, you can try a few le�uces. Start off on a bright, sunny windowsill, thinning down when they are large enough to handle. Grow on in frost free condi�ons such as a shed, or polytonal before finishing off under cloches. If you haven’t already planted shallots then it’s not too late to think about it, but don’t put them in when the ground is too wet or they may rot.

Start saving empty egg boxes ready to chit your seed potatoes before plan�ng. Just pop them into the egg boxes, sprout end up in a cool but frost free place and wait for the shoots to appear. You’ll also find the boxes useful for star�ng �ny seedlings off in months to come as they grow they can be planted straight out with no disrup�on as the box will simply rot down.

And finally, if you have space, you may like to think about starting off some new rhubarb crowns towards the end of January.

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Wimborne In Bloom Pre-Christmas Coffee Morning Raises Over £600 Wimborne in Bloom’s Pre-Christmas Coffee Morning held at the home Anthony and Christine Oliver raised £625.

“It is a splendid amount” said Richard Nunn, Chairman of Wimborne in Bloom after the event. “A fine dry morning encouraged around 90 visitors.”

He thanked everyone for their support in coming and all those that helped and indeed supported the event with donations, items for both the main raffle and the Christmas cake raffle and the bring and buy and Christmas toys tables.

The Coffee Morning was held a week before Wimborne in Bloom’s 27th anniversary and the money raised will

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go towards our ‘in Bloom’ Campaign in 2020. Costs to plant up the Town for both the summer and autumn together with watering throughout the summer have risen over the years and now cost around £20,000 a year.

Full details of all Wimborne in Bloom events can be found on the website www.wimborneinbloom.org.uk.

The small working committee and a large number of members and supporters have managed to ensure the town has looked good for the past 27 years.

Please help them to ensure it continues that way for the year ahead.

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What’s On 2020…

17th January 2020

A Wildlife Photographer on Holiday The Allendale Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne, BH21 1AS This is an illustrated talk by a very experienced wildlife photographer, John Coombs, who has been on holiday all over the place. £3.00 for members and £4.00 for non-members. 01202 840 941 mary.allen@live.co.uk www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk.

17th January 2020 M**der in The Bunker

By Vince Jones Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UY It is the 1956 Annual Dinner of the Dorchester Preservation Society at Shire Hall. The guest speaker is property developer Gerald Chillingdon, set to outline plans for a new estate to be built on Dorchester’s beautiful water meadows. An evening of honest conversation, spirited debate, thoughtful discussion – and M**der!

But who could have done this dastardly deed? Dorchester Arts and Shire Hall present ‘M**der in the Bunker’, a M**der mystery for you to solve. Join us and play detective over dinner!£20 to include welcome drink, light dinner – and

M**der! Proceeds from the evening go to Dorchester Arts and Shire Hall.

Tel: 01305 261849.

18th January 2020 Jack and the Beanstalk The Regent Centre, 51 High Street, C’church, BH23 1AS When Jack sells his beloved family cow for magic beans, his mother, the outrageous Dame Trott, is not best pleased! Little does she know that those beans hold the key to a thrilling adventure.

18th January 2020 Fundraising Book Fair New Forest Heritage Centre, High Street, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY Buy a book and support the Museum!

We will be selling a vast array of donated books. Get your next page turner to see you through the winter months! If you would like to donate any books please bring them to the Centre in the weeks before the fair.

22nd to 25th January 2020 Bedroom Farce The Barrington Theatre, Ferndown 7.45pm all tickets £9.00 booking ticketsource.co.uk/ferndown-drama.

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24th January 2020 Don Giovanni - Rogue Opera

29th January 2020 Harmony Rocks Choir

Shelley Theatre, Beechwood Ave, B’mouth, BH4 1LX Following the fabulous reception of our Carmen show in June 2019, Rogue Opera returns to the Shelley Theatre with its racy new production of Don Giovanni - for two nights only. £19.50 full price / £17.50 students/children *suitable for 13+ Tel: 01202 413600.

Harmons Cross Village Hall, Haycrofts Lane, Swanage, BH19 3EB Visit the website for further information.

Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk E: bookings@harmanscrosshall.co.uk

25th January 2020

Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage Join the Wessex Astronomical Society for a short talk in the Learning Centre and a chance to use telescopes to view the night sky. Weather dependent – phone on the day to confirm: 01929 424443 Starting time varies for each meeting. Meet at the Learning Centre. £3 per person.

Burns Night National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, SO42 7ZN This year, why not celebrate Burns Night with us at Beaulieu! We will have all the traditions you would hope for including our very own bagpiper! Enjoy an arrival drink as you enter the Domus, our unique 13th century venue, then be captivated by the roaring fire as you have your 3 course traditional meal. This will be a night not to miss out on! 01590 614 787. Leiths@beaulieu.co.uk

26th January 2020 Le Big Sing 2020 Lighthouse, 21 Kingland Road Poole, BH15 1UG Come and sing with the Bournemouth Symphony Chorus, Youth Chorus & BSO Resonate. Tel: 01202 280 000 or email info@lighthousepoole.co.uk.

1st February 2020 Stargazing at Durlston

7th February 2020 Harry Potter Night Corfe Mullen Children’s Centre, Wimborne, BH21 3LE Harry Potter activities and crafts. Dress up as your favourite character or come as you are and join in the wonderful wizarding fun.

Suitable for children aged 6-12 years. Free but please book on 01202 659755.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer.

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Food & Drink

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Naturally good...

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH Ingredients for 4 servings: 1 large acorn squash ½ tsp smoked paprika 2 cloves garlic (minced) Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper ½ tsp mustard powder ¼ tsp onion powder 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp unsalted butter ½ red onion 1 tbsp olive oil 2 oz (60 g) soft goats cheese Small handful fresh mint Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 400F/200c 2. Cut the squash into 6 wedges leaving the skin on.

Remove the seeds and place onto a baking sheet skin side down with the flesh facing up. Drizzle the wedges with olive oil and add the butter then sprinkle over the paprika, garlic, mustard and onion powder and season well.

3. Cover the tray with foil and make sure that it is pressed down well so that the wedges are sealed in. Place the tray into the oven to bake for 45 minutes; they will actually be steaming in their own juices at this point.

4. Meanwhile slice the onion and place into a frying pan with the olive oil, gently sauté the onion slices on a medium low heat until they are caramelized, set to one side.

5. After 45 minutes of cooking remove the squash from the oven and remove the foil cover, place back into the oven for 10 minutes to roast, after ten minutes top each wedge with caramelized onions and some crumbled goats cheese and place back into the oven for a further 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown.

6. Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving plate, sprinkle with freshly chopped mint and serve.

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

Admin Services Just ask Juli.................................. 15 Bathrooms K & B Installations....................... 13 The Kitchen & Bathroom Co........ 28 Bedrooms Doc’s Fitted Furniture.................. 14 Beds The Bed Store.............................. 40 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Abbey Blinds................................ 17 Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Broadview Shading Solutions...... 29 Tuscany Blinds.............................. 6 Builders & Carpenters Creative Carpentry....................... 23 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 32 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners Cleaning Master.......................... 33 Kingfishers................................... 29 Carpets & Flooring Carpet Barn................................. 40 Flooring Elegance......................... 9 Kingsland Carpets......................... 3 Peter Newman Flooring............... 37 Charities Diverse Abilities............................. 6

Calling all book lovers!................ 18 Charities Fair raises over £4500... 8 Dorset Wildlife Trust: The secret world of the robin..... 12 Exciting tales by returning award-winning author............... 8 Kids page..................................... 10 Naturally good: Roasted Acorn Squash.............. 36 On your plot: Planning veg for the year ahead.............. 30 Puzzle Corner............................... 22 What’s On in Dorset.................... 34 Wimborne in Bloom Coffee Morning raises over £600......... 32 Wimborne Methodist Church...... 28

Plumbing & Heating Services Boiler Call.................................... 24 P Allen Heating & Plumbing........ 23

Drainage Services All Drains Cleared........................ 15

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