The West Moors Directory - February 2018

The West Moors

Directory

February 2018

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Dear Neighbours, Happy Valentines Day to all our wonderful Edition 150 readers! This is the time of year we sit and think about the sunshine, warmer times and the ability to get out more again. Stephen, myself and Hayden, (with Stephen & Debbie Corney Nellie the campervan of course) have started to do more walking, even on cold days, so long as it is dry. It is a great way to lift the spirits, get away from the TV and blow the cobwebs away. We had a wonderful walk to Moors Valley last week and even met friends on the way. What a success.

So, if you are able to get out I do think it helps. Nellie also took us on a “Murder Mystery Walk” around Wimborne… in the dark! What fun that was. I do hope you have time for a read and better still try a “Treasure Trail” for yourselves.

You can even win £100 if you enter their competition!

Inside your local magazine there are many articles to peruse.

I hope you enjoy them whilst relaxing over a cuppa. With a new year already well on its way, if you have any plans to upgrade the house or garden and would like more time for yourself, then do call one (or several) of our loyal advertisers.

I am sure we have the perfect person to help you. Please mention us when calling and Wish them all the Best!

The lucky winner of the prize wordsearch last month was Sandra Coppard. Well done to you! We do hope you have had a good start to 2018 and have exciting plans for this year.

Wishing you all the Very Best,

Welcome...

The West Moors Directory

Debbie & Stephen Corney Published by: Debbie & Stephen Corney at Dorset Publications Telephone: 01202 894397 Email: info@westmoorsdirectory.co.uk Copy deadline for the March 2018 edition: 12th February 2018

In this issue...

West Moors Parish Council: Jean Ware Award winner 2017.... 8 Kids Page.................................. 10 Ferndown Upper School thank Jon Egging Trust..................... 12 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Birds of a feather.................... 16 LawSpot.................................... 22 Motoring: Range Rover Sport..... 26 West Moors Lunch Club............. 30 West Moors Art Society.............. 30 Expanded programme of events at Knoll Gardens..................... 36 Adventures of Nellie................... 38 Prize Wordsearch....................... 51 A Beginner’s Guide: Kids............. 52 Local Music Scene..................... 54 Guide Dog boarders needed....... 56 Tastes so good: Steak & chips.... 58 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 for loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.

The West Moors 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.

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BODY CONTROL

PILATES

With time and application Pilates may improve spinal mobility, flexibility, posture & core strength.

Body Control Pilates £9.00 per session in West Moors Guide Hall Tuesday mornings 10-11am Thursday mornings 10-11am Reformer Pilates 1:1 £40.00 All abilities welcome.

Mat class taster session FREE Contact Laura on 07539 226514 www.lauralanepilates.com Facebook - Laura Lane Pilates

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Community News

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West Moors Parish Council Jean Ware Legacy Award 2017 The Legacy Award was introduced in 2012 to mark the Olympic Games in London and has been very successful. In recognition of the commitment and hard work of the late Councillor Jean Ware, the Parish Council renamed the Legacy Award in her memory.

The current purpose of the award is to recognise an exemplary young person living in West Moors and support them in Sport, Design, Drama, Music, or The Arts. The winning applicant is assessed not just on performance, but on their application and the mental strength that is required to go on and be the best that they can be in their chosen field.

On Thursday 21st December 2017 prior to the parish council meeting, it was announced that this year’s recipient for the award is Charlotte Ayton aged 17. The Chairman of the Council, Cllr Penny Yeo, presented Charlotte with an engraved glass trophy which she will keep as a reminder of her of her achievement. Charlotte will also be able to claim up to £1,000 to help her progression in her chosen sport. Over the last 8 years Charlotte has been a member of Wimborne Athletics Club and amongst other disciplines, has completed in many long jump competitions.

As well as the club, she has represented her school (previously QE Wimborne); the Dorset County; the South West Region and then in 2017 “the Midlands and South West” in the English School Games finals where she came third. For this an article was published in the December issue of the Stour and Avon Magazine.

Charlotte trains four times a week all year round in Blandford Camp and Wimborne.

This shows her dedication and commitment. National competitions take her further to Gateshead, Loughborough or Birmingham. As a result of her success Charlotte has been selected to attend monthly the AASE (Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence) Programme in Bath. As she progresses she hopes to be invited to compete in more national events. The Parish Council anticipate this being just the beginning for Charlotte and wish her every success in the future.

Applications are now open for the Jean Ware Legacy Award 2018. If you know of an aspiring young person please contact the parish office on 01202 861044 for an application form or visit our website www.westmoors-pc.gov.uk.

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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 West Moors 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!

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Community News

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Ferndown Upper School thanks Jon Egging Trust Ferndown Upper school parents, students and staff wanted to say thank you to The John Egging Trust by raising £500 to support them in their marvellous work.

Flt Lt Jon Egging lost his life whilst completing a display at the Bournemouth Air Festival in 2011 and his trust has been set up to enable staff and volunteers to work with young people on accredited programmes which will help to increase their self-confidence and enable them to reach their full potential.

Ferndown Upper School students have benefited from some of these programmes and have made comments such as “the teamwork day was amazing – I feel like I know what I can achieve now” and “I felt hopeless at times before but now I feel much happier and have made new friends”.

The Jon Egging Trust are always looking for new volunteers and support so if you feel you can help them, please contact them through their website: www.joneggingtrust.org.uk

From L to R – Grace Hill, Payge Howard, Ruth Wright (JE Trust), Philip Jones (Head), Kaye Jackson (JE Trust), Lottie Shields, Aimee O’Connell

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ZUMBA GOLD CHAIR CLASS MONDAY 1.30pm ST ANTHONY’S CHURCH HALL. PINEHURST ROAD, WEST MOORS. BH22 0AP A Zumba Gold seated class follows the Zumba Gold guidelines but we move while sitting in chairs or wheelchairs. The moves are greatly toned down to help participants that are less mobile. Our goal is to get people moving within their abilities & keep them smiling & grooving to music they like & know. We use Latin, pop & world music just like we do in a standing Zumba Gold class but we also include tunes from musicals, 40’s, 50’s & more that participants will recognize & enjoy.

The class lasts for 45 minutes & includes tea/coffee & biscuits afterwards. For more information please call:

Debbie: 01202 872219 or 07887752484 Email: debzumba@yahoo.com

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Are you...

Utilising your annual exemptions for all your personal taxes?

Making the most of your corporation tax and annual allowances?

Considering your options in regard to rental income tax changes?

Taking advantage of any pension contributions you can make?

If the answer was NO to any of the above questions, please book a place on our seminar to hear about ways we can help you.

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Wildlife News

Talking about Wildlife...

Birds of a feather...

At about 4pm on a cold winter’s day, the sky may come alive with the shape of birds flocking together, with the sudden deafening sound of chitter chatter filling the air. One of wildlife’s most spectacular sights is approaching – a swooping and swirling murmuration of starlings.

It may surprise you to know that starlings are actually becoming a less common sight in the UK, so seeing a flock of them is a wonderful thing.

Other winter visitors flocking include birds from Eastern Europe and even species from the far northern regions, such as redwings and fieldfares from Scandinavia.

So, why do birds flock? Well, why not!

Birds can move easily and quickly, so they make the most of an annual trip to the UK, with an abundance of food, and a warmer climate to enjoy.

Flocks of birds are also essential for their survival this time of year, as

Starlings

Photo: Stewart Canham

Starlings in flight

Photo: Stewart Canham

their main advantage is literally their safety in numbers and they can distract predators with the sheer size of the group, making it hard for them to focus on just one bird when there’s so many, so close together. Large groups of birds can also stay warm, and hunt together, increasing their chances of survival.

Dorset Wildlife Trust nature reserves are an excellent place to witness these special wildlife sights this winter, but you are also likely to see some activity in your own garden, by leaving out water and food for birds. Winter is a hard time of year to find food, so they need all the help they can get!

Find out more about DWT reserves at: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ reserves and share your photos and videos with us at: www.facebook.com/ dorsetwildlife or www.twitter.com/ dorsetwildlife.

By Sally Welbourn

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You’ve worked hard for what you have. Make sure you keep it. Protect your home from funding future care fees which currently run at an average £1000 per week.

Do you want your home and wealth to go to your children and other loved ones?

Have you ever considered what the effect might be on your savings and investments, or even your home, if you ever needed residential care later in life.

The Problem Currently anyone with assets in excess of £23,250 will not receive any assistance with care fees.

Typically, when a couple owns a house together and one partner dies, their share passes to the surviving spouse. Whilst at first glance this would appear practical it is this sole and absolute ownership that enables a whole property to be taken into consideration as an asset by the local authority and puts the property on danger of needing to be sold to fund care.

The Solution A Property Protection Trust Will is a will drafted to help protect your property from an assessment by the local authority to fund long term care fees. The half share of the family home belonging to the first person to die, passes into trust. This type of trust is also known as a Life Interest Trust in favour of the survivor which means that they can benefit from the share of the house in the trust during his/her lifetime and on their death the trust fund passes to others, usually the children.

What’s Included Severance of tenancy on your property. This changes the legal ownership on the land registry from joint tenants to tenants in common. Meaning you both own it 50/50.

Full details can be seen below.

Protect your home from funding future care fees...

Currently anyone with assets in excess of £23,250 will not receive any assistance with care fees...

A Property Protection Trust Will is one drafted to help protect your property from an assessment by the local authority to fund long term care fees.

Our offer includes: 2 x Wills, 2 x Protective Property Trusts, 2 x Property & Finance LPA Grants, 2 x Health & Wellbeing LPA Grants, 2 x Advanced Directives.

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Call Dan on 01202 803044

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Providing the answers

to your legal questions

Will I get my legal costs paid if I am successful in my dispute case?

practice is set out in many pages of Court Rules in addition to which the Courts have Many people believe that if they take legal proceedings regard to cases already decided and reported in which those rules are scrutinised, considered and which are successful they will be entitled to recover all their costs of bringing the legal proceedings. Except for adjudicated upon. Some people may be rare cases where the Court Orders the costs to be paid encouraged to take the DIY route and to avoid the on an indemnity basis, it is no longer a wise assumption cost of employing a lawyer but again, limited costs may be recoverable. to make as the introduction of concepts such as proportionality and reasonableness now bear heavily Where a claim is settled by agreement prior to the on the actual sum likely to be recovered. issue of legal proceedings but has incurred substanWhere legal proceedings are issued, cases are categorised by value in to Tracks. There is a Small Claims Track for relatively straightforward matters with a monetary value up to £10,000, the Fast Track for claims up to £25,000 and the Multi-Track for higher value or more complicated disputes. Each track has its own rules restricting the amount of costs recoverable which will either be fixed by a tariff or assessed by the Court if no agreement can be reached. How each operates in

tial legal costs, the general rule is that costs are not recoverable unless it is made a term of settlement for all, or part of the costs are to be paid.

Our Lawyers are experienced in dealing with costs arguments and can provide invaluable help and guidance. Hugh Storry Deans

Welcome relief for first time buyers.

those purchasing for less than £250,000 (or up to £450,000 in London) and can provide a further boost to savings of up to £3,000.

The recent budget announcement to waive stamp duty for first time buyers was a very welcome step to aid those trying to get their foot on the first rung of the property ladder. With ever increasing property prices, in recent years it has become more and more difficult to save the deposit needed to purchase that much sought after starter home. On top of the deposit, first time buyers need to budget for legal fees, surveys and mortgage fees, and until November this year, Stamp Duty Land Tax. On a first time purchase of £275,000 Stamp Duty alone was a further £3,750. With the November budget announcement this is now waived for first time buyers purchasing a property up to a value of £300,000.

Other help already available to First Time Buyers is the Help to Buy ISA which provides a bonus payment for

This is all great news for new comers to the property market, meaning that the dream of owning a property can be a step closer.

Our Conveyancing team offer an approachable and friendly service, and having had a presence in the local area for over 70 years, they have the knowledge and expertise to help you make the right decisions with confidence.

Please contact us today for further information.

Karen Liddiard

Law Spot is brought to you by Harold G Walker Your Friend-in-Law.

There is no guarantee that your question will be used and you will not get a personal response. The answers in this feature are for guidance purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.

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The Ret reat at Rockley

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Two Bedroom Park Home for Rent

Stunning views of Poole Harbour. Just a 2 minute walk from the beach and watersports facilities. Indoor swimming pool, climbing wall, bungee trampolines, crazy golf and more for the kids. Relax in the peace and quiet or action every day... your choice!

Available all year round (except January & February), please get in touch.

For bookings, please contact: Stephen or Debbie on 01202 894397 M: 07886 860570 or 07886 641600

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Auto Biographies Motoring

Range Rover Sport

By Tim Barnes-Clay, www.carwriteups.co.uk

Now, here’s a question that you might not know the answer to but will almost certainly have an opinion on. Is the Range Rover Sport one of the most influential cars of the modern era? A decade or so ago it seemed like all the celebrities were arriving to events in a Range Rover Sport, and since then the SUV market has exploded. Now nearly everybody wants one. Furthermore, almost every manufacturer is now making them.

The Sport is not really a full-blown Range Rover. It’s cheaper for a start, and comes with five seats, but it does offer the option of seven. That said, the additional chairs are tiny and aren’t appropriate for fitting kids’ car seats. This is a lower, smaller ‘Rangie’, designed to appeal to a slightly less affluent, but still successful, crowd. And the focus has moved from out-and-out luxury to one that is more about power and pure on-road use.

Of course, it’s a Range Rover, so it is well equipped, and the interior is of a high quality.

The Windsor leather seats are impeccable - but the Sport is quite different to the full ‘Range Rover’. There are three diesels, two petrols, and even a new hybrid powertrain to choose from - and all are tuned primarily for clout. Only the entry level TDV6 feels a little

lacking, but equally I couldn’t recommend the powerful eight-cylinder petrol engine on offer - unless you own a small oil producing nation. This will really eat away at your cash reserves.

Being designed for on-road action, rather than the full-blown Range Rover’s off-road capability, the Sport comes with optional air suspension. This keeps it comfortable and composed, even when cornering hard.

The issue with driving it fast is more the size than the capability of the car. Britain’s most enjoyable roads are just a bit too small to be throwing a two-tonne SUV around, however good it might be.

The Range Rover Sport is a status symbol, a luxury cruiser, and an enjoyable car to drive hard. But it’s expensive to buy and run - especially with its more commanding engines. And it’s not certain that the new hybrid unit can deliver on the claimed figures. Nevertheless, those who want one won’t be put off by such trivial matters.

Pros ‘n’ Cons • Powerful √ • Spacious √ • Comfortable √ • Composed √ • Expensive X

Fast Facts • Max speed: 130mph • 0-62 mph: 7.2 secs • Combined mpg: 40.4 • Engine: 2993cc 6-cyl turbo diesel • CO2: 185 g/km • Price: £69,145

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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 C.P.E. Private Hire started business in 2006 doing novelty hire limousines, but in 2013 also extended the business to taxi private hire, as the St Leonards and St Ives area had to rely on services from Ringwood or Ferndown.

The gap we have filled has been appreciated by local residents and businesses of St Leonards, St Ives and surronding areas.

We also operate 5-8 seat MPV vehicles giving room for extra passengers leg space and baggage etc.

We also operate 8 seat executive limousines and mini buses for weddings, proms and special occasions.

For information on any of our services please phone Mike at the office any time on 01425 472496.

“I would like to extend my thanks to the many customers and businesses of St Leonards and St Ives for your support.”

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

www.longham-motor-engineers.co.uk

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PRIVATE HIRE

St Leonards/St Ives & surrounding areas Private hire car & Mini bus Service 5/8 seater, fully licensed and CRB checked drivers

M: 07722 430028 T: 01425 472496

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Locked out of your house or flat?

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T: 07851 874999 E: crosskeyslocksmiths1@hotmail.co.uk

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ALPHA FENCING

& TREES A Local Family Business

• Hedge cutting • Tree Work • Fencing & Gates • Garden Clearance • Gutter Clearance • Pressure Washing Reliable and honest Husband & Wife team providing a careful, quality service

NO JOB TOO SMALL! Fully Insured • Licensed Waste Carrier For a free, no obligation quote or advice:

Day: 07825 553282 Eve: 01202 895780

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BROADVIEW SHADING SOLUTIONS Blinds I Shutters I Awnings I Pergolas NO VAT OFFER on orders placed before 28th Feb 2018*

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Contact us now 01202 679012 sales@broadview.co.uk www.broadview.co.uk

Come visit our showroom at 57 Hatchpond Road, Nuffield Ind Est, Poole, BH17 0JZ *exclusions apply. Broadview discount the vat equivalent amount from your order.

Carpet & Flooring Specialists • Hardwood & Laminate Flooring • Carpet & Carpet Tiles • Wood Sanding & Restoration • Home selection service • Free quotes and advice Come and visit our showroom to see the ranges for yourself 348 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9AT Open 10.30am-4pm Mon-Fri & 9am-1pm Sat

Tel: 01202 874141 Web: www.pnfl.co.uk Email: info@pnfl.co.uk Please mention The West Moors Directory when responding to adverts

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West Moors Lunch & Friendship Club West Moors Lunch and Friendship Club meet in St Anthony‛s Church Hall on Pineshurst Road every Wednesday from 11.00am until 3.30pm.

The Members and Helpers of the club, would like to thank the Children of West Moors Middle School and their Teachers for a lovely pre-Christmas sing a long concert. The picture above shows this event where everyone joined in. The Club also like to say a big thank you to all the Business of West Moors for donating towards our Annual Christmas Raffle once again. Thanks goes to one of our helpers for supplying the cakes at our Christmas Party.

By the time you read this 2018 meetings just started with full swing and have enjoyed the entertainment with Paul Spencer for sing a long, Board games to keep our minds ticking over and would have had the Scrabble Man popping into.

If your still interested in joining our Lunch and Friendship Club. There are still spaces available so do pop in to find out more or feel free to contact Joan on the Number below.

Club contact: Joan on 01202 891519

WEST MOORS ART SOCIETY The West Moors Art Society are a group of local people who get together Monday mornings 9.15am to 12.15pm to enjoy their hobby of painting and drawing, and of course to have a natter over a cup of coffee.

Meeting in the village Memorial Hall we have a relaxing happy time together.

If you would like to join us then you would be very welcome For more information, please call:

01202 893547 To advertise in The West Moors Directory, please call: 01202 894397

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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 next spring!

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 West Moors Directory when responding to adverts

...the hidden gem of Three Legged Cross Select Interiors specialise in the design and installation of high quality fitted furniture for the home, including Kitchens, Bedrooms, Home Offices & Lounge cabinets and are locally based on the Woolsbridge Industial Estate in Three Legged Cross.

This family run company was founded over 20 years ago by Peter and Karen Biss, who today are still very much involved in the day to day running of the business. With their eye for detail and focus on ensuring the highest quality finish, the company has gone from strength to strength and now has its own factory for manufacturing the cabinets. To achieve the desired product, all our installers are employed by ourselves, and not sub-contracted.

The showroom is located alongside the factory, where a number of great space saving ideas can be viewed. If you wish to explore our craftsmanship we are open Monday - Friday, 8.30am – 5pm and Saturdays 9.30am - 2pm.

The images here show a few of their recent installations in homes of local residents.

With their friendly and helpful approach you can be sure of a personal, bespoke service that is tailored to your needs.

Their experienced designers produce CAD drawings of how the finished room will look to ensure that everything is true to your original vision.

Why not pop along to the showroom or give us a call on 01202 821005 to make your dream become a reality? “With the completion of all the restoration tasks today, we would like to express our sincere thanks to you and your team for the time efficient scheduling of all the various jobs. Your team have been obliging, sympathetic, cheerful and hardworking and we are delighted with the final result. The new fittings in the bedroom and the en-suite look fantastic and are a credit to your organisation. We obviously will have no hesitation in recommending your company to all our friends and acquaintances in the area.�

Tel: 01202 821005

www.selectinteriorsltd.co.uk Unit 25, Old Barn Farm Road, Woolsbridge Ind Est, Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6SP

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We repair wings that have dings and bumper with scratches, incidental marks to non structural crashes.

Damaged and dirty bring them to us we’ll repair them all without any fuss.

So if the cars got a DING! Contact: Philip King.

Unit 5 Franwill Ind Estate Down Road Pimperne Blandford Dorset DT11 8UP

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Expanded programme of garden-based events adds to Knoll Gardens’ naturalistic appeal An expanded programme of more than 50 events is planned by Dorest-based Knoll Gardens in 2018. Well known for its popular grass masterclasses, this year sees the addition of guided walks, wildlife events and art, craft and photography workshops, as well as Knoll’s first musical afternoon. All events are very much garden-based and run right through to December 2018.

Knoll’s event programme starts on Saturday March 17 with a mini-masterclass on preparing grasses for stunning summer effect, followed by a willow weaving workshop on March 24. In April, events include a guided walk looking at the differences and many similarities between Knoll’s garden environment and the adjoining heathland on Tuesday 24; a bat walk on April 26 and a rather special ‘concert’ on April 28, with the sound created by amplifying the noises of plant materials including rattling seed pods and cacti needles plucked by toothpicks. Part of the Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe festival, musical ensemble Gerauschheller will provide headphones for this unusual sound performance, to create a new meditative experience in the garden.

Knoll Gardens’ owner Neil Lucas said, “Alongside our horticultural programme this year will see Knoll running arts and craft sessions, outdoor yoga, and our popular monthly toddler group ‘Bugs and Buds’. We are also hosting some rather special wildlife days later in the year bringing together national experts, our own volunteers and members of the public. We hope to encourage more people to visit us, spend some time in our relaxed environment and find out about the many benefits of our naturalistic gardening style.”

Knoll Gardens is planted with thousands of grasses and flowering perennials alongside an impressive collection of rare and unusual trees and shrubs. An enjoyable visit simply as a place of rest and relaxation, it also offers a working example of a beautiful year-round garden, providing a flourishing environment for plants and a welcoming habitat for wildlife.

The garden and its award-winning nursery open Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm (4pm November – March). For more information and details of the full event programme go to www.knollgardens.co.uk or call 01202 873931.

Neil Lucas, the UK’s leading authority on ornamental grasses, grass masterclass

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Adventures of Nellie

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The Adventures of Nellie The Dorset Publications Camper Van It was a chilling dark winter’s night.

We arrived at Walford Mill Craft Centre all wrapped up with scarves, gloves and torches, ready for our “Murder Mystery” walk. Who did it? What with? These were the allimportant questions and we had just 2 hours to follow the clues and discover the culprit. Would we solve the Mystery in the Vestry? Ivana Cramp had been a keen member of the Minster Choir for years. She had recently come into a large inheritance when her body was found. Was this a deed of greed… or because Ivana had an overpowering,

The atmospheric minster at night

OK, so who dunnit? And with what?

flat voice? We were about to find out. This is all fiction of course but we really got into the ‘spirit’ of things.

Nellie had inadvertently come across “Treasure Trails” while surfing the internet one evening. She is getting very clever as you can see! These trails are described as ‘the fun way to explore’ and can be purchased online at www.treasuretrails.co.uk or often in tourist information offices.

There are a series of clues which take you all around a particular area, giving you facts and some history about local sites, whilst you find the answers to each piece of evidence and finally eliminate all but one name and the weapon used. At that point you have the guilty party!

There are many places to explore and it is a great way to get to know somewhere. Not all are murder mystery trails, so have a look and

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see if there is one where you live or are visiting. It really is a fun way to get around!

There were twelve of us taking the challenge that night, wanting to solve the mystery. We tried to guess from the list of people we were given, who ‘did it’ before we started. Julie got it right! How did she know I wonder… Was she really an accomplice? Now Nellie’s imagination was running riot and she was just taking this too far. I have had words with her. It was so much fun. Some of the clues do need some deciphering, others are more straight forward, but each step takes you further and further around the town. Wimborne is a fabulous place to shop and visit. The Minster looming up to the sky right in the town centre, the Jubilee Gardens, the old grandiose school house now housing flats for local residents, the River meandering through, the Quarterjack on the West Tower, with his brightly uniformed grenadier, who still strikes the quarters every

All that investigating made us hungry!

We searched high... and low!

hour, day and night, the more modern statue of a skateboarder.

What a wealth of interest to see.

Even in the dark!

You do not have to do this walk in the dark of course, but Nellie likes to be different and it all added to the ambience of our quest. The bright torches were useful to say the least.

We solved the mystery!

After all that investigating we were quite exhausted. Like Nellie we are getting on a bit now… Time for something to eat and drink. We had actually booked a carvery at the Bridge House Hotel in Longham.

Delicious and great value, Nellie highly recommends it in fact.

Probably because you can pile up your plate and go back for seconds.

You don’t get thighs like that on lettuce leaves…

Well we can safely say that Ivana from the Choir can rest in peace.

Nellie isn’t giving you the answer as you could find out for yourself who did it…

Where will Nellie take us next?

By Debbie Corney

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Tel: 01202 826052 Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6RE

Seasonal food in unspoilt surroundings The Three Legged Cross in Verwood is a country pub & dining oozing rural charm and rustic character.

Our picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pubfood on our menu, and the carefully nurtured cask ales and fine wines gracing our bar.

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Gardening Tips

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GUIDE Kids

It's never too soon to get children interested in gardening and where their food comes from.

Even the fussiest child should be prepared to try a warm, sweet strawberry or raspberry straight from the plant or a handful of peas out of the pod (my Dad often wondered why half of his pea crop had suddenly disappeared although I'm sure he had his suspicions!)

At any time of the year, children can start to understand the concept of things growing from seed if you give them a packet of cress seeds and, although they can be grown in a shallow tray, make it even more fun by saving the shells from

their breakfast boiled eggs that have had their tops cut off.

Draw a face on the eggshell and fill with peat free compost or even moist kitchen roll and sprinkle with seeds. When it grows the little egg man will have a mop of green hair that they can snip and eat.

In the spring, let them have a competition growing the tallest sunflower by learning how to feed and water them. They can keep some dried out seeds for next year and feed the rest to the birds in winter. Although they might shy away from anything green on their plates, they might find plenty of chopped chives, basil, marjoram/oregano and/or thyme only improves their favourite pizza or Bolognese sauce.

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Community News

Local Music Scene There’s nothing quite like live music.

Whether you see an artist you’ve never even heard of or a band you know inside out, a concert is a brilliant experience and seeing a local band makes for a great lowcost night out.

Supporting the emerging music scene is hugely important, and with music edging towards mass production, it’s refreshing to hear something new and authentic.

Dorset has it’s own array of independent music venues, hosting great emerging artists new to the music scene.

FEBRUARY

9th – The Zipheads at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: Attitude ridden punk rock with explosive drumbeats and high energy guitar riffs.

The Style Councillors

15th – Live Original Bands Night at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: a pick & mix of emerging bands across a range of genres showcasing their music.

17th – Xander And The Keys at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: The Bournemouth based band bring individuality to their music, playing up-beat and full-bodied sounding indie rock tracks 22nd – Deltorers at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe – Three piece grungestyle rock band, known for their powerful, infectious guitar riffs and heavy drumbeats.

23rd – The Style Councillors at The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth: Easylistening 80’s style alternative-pop.

MARCH

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4th- Ian Ellis at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: Smooth sounding and full of feeling; an evening of Jazz by the acclaimed saxophonist.

By Kate Birch

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Guide Dogs is appealing for dog-loving volunteers

If you work and can’t have a dog of your own then this is a perfect solution, or maybe you are retired and would like a part-time dog? We are recruiting boarders living in the West Moors area.

Boarders look after our dogs in training for a period of between 10 to 26 weeks, in their own home during the evenings and weekends. During the day they need to be with the trainer, so would need to be dropped off to a local point and picked up again, Monday to Friday.

If you would like to find out more then please do ring our office 0118 983 8892 or email hazel.kelly@guidedogs.org.uk

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St Martin's are building a gospel choir with a mission to bring the beauty and exuberance of gospel music and its Christian message to churches and communities in East Dorset.

We invite all singers and other musicians of any faith or none who enjoy gospel music to come and share your talents with a like-minded group of friendly people.

To find out more visit www.urc-eastdorset.org.uk and click on ‘St Martin’s Gospel Choir’

Welcome to the ‘Discovery Group’ at St Martin’s Come and enjoy the exciting illustrated talks on Mondays at 2.30pm

February 19th at 2.30pm

‘Tiger, Tiger, Tiger’ an exciting new talk about India

Open to everyone, no membership required. £3 entry includes tea/coffee.

Join the fun at the ‘Community Sing-a-long’ On the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month

‘We had so much enjoyment singing and laughing with songs we all remember from yesteryear and the shows’ said one couple who came previously. Singing or just listening is known to stimulate the memory.

(Supported by POPP)

Salvation Army Band Concert Saturday 24th February at 7pm

Tickets £3 - Reserve by email at stmartins@urc-eastdorset.org.uk or pay at the door

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Food & Drink

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Tastes so good...

Steak and Sweet Potato Chips

February is the month of love. And a beautifully cooked steak is a wonderful way to have a romantic meal a deux, simply and easily. It’s not that hard to dish up a fabulous supper that is sure to please if you follow the simple instructions.

Ingredients 2 x 200g sirloin steaks 350g sweet potatoes 1 tbsp rapeseed oil 50g bag mixed spinach, watercress and rocket Handful of cherry tomatoes 1/3 cucumber, sliced 2 spring onions Coarse ground black pepper.

For the dressing 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp rapeseed oil ½ small garlic clove, crushed

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Preheat oven to 200c. Half fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Add in the potatoes once chopped and cook for 4 minutes. Drain and return to the saucepan. Pour the oil over and season with a little black pepper. Toss until the potatoes are all lightly coated with the oil and seasoning.

Tip the potatoes onto a baking tray and cook for 15 minutes.

Turn them all then cook for a further 10 minutes or until crisp and golden.

Whilst the chips are cooking, prepare your steak. Trim off any hard fat and then rub all over with the remaining oil. Season with 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper. Using a griddle or non-stick frying pan, put over a high heat and then add the steaks. Cook for about 2 minutes each side or done until your liking.

Set aside and mix the salad leaves, cucumber, chopped spring onions into a bowl. Whisk the vinegar, oil and garlic together.

Lovingly lay out the chips and steak onto your plates and add the salad to one side.

Drizzle with the dressing just before serving.

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Accountants Ward Goodman........................... 14 Aerials Oakhurst Aerials.......................... 53 Bathrooms AMH Plumbing & Bathrooms....... 42 K & B Installations........................ 9 P L H Heating & Bathrooms......... 24 Bedrooms Custom Creations......................... 2 Select Interiors............................. 32 Beds The Bed Store............................... 5 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Broadview Shading Solutions...... 29 Interiors Complete........................ 7 Tuscany Blinds............................. 45 Builders & Carpenters Heaton Building Services............. 60 KW Carpentry.............................. 18 SG Construction........................... 44 Cameras Rock Rock Cameras...................... 40 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners CMH Carpet Cleaning.................. 35 Kingfishers of West Moors........... 40 Carpets & Flooring Carpet Barn.................................. 5 Flooring Elegance........................ 13 Peter Newman Flooring............... 29 Computer Services Tec Check..................................... 21 Demolition & Asbestos Services Pro-Dem...................................... 31 Drainage Services All Drains Cleared........................ 17 Driveways Brooklyn Home Improvements..... 9 White & Sons............................... 53 Wicks Surfacing........................... 47 Electricians A Holmes Electrical...................... 18 H.E. Electrical............................... 24 Smith Electrical............................ 28 Financial Advisors Kingston PTM.............................. 44 Ward Goodman........................... 14 Fires & Fireplaces Ben Wigley................................... 40 Garage Doors Skandoor...................................... 25

Garage Services Coastal Car Sales & Service......... 37 DLH Cars & Commercials............. 56 King Bros of Pimperne................. 34 Longham Motor Engineers.......... 27 West Moors Vehicle Repairs........ 46 Garden Services Alpha Fencing & Trees................. 28 Douglas Hutchins Landscaping.... 21 Green-side Turfcare..................... 56 H W White Landscaping............... 3 Jon Stokes Garden Services.......... 46 Special Branch............................. 37 Gas Engineers SMR Gas...................................... 17 Health & Fitness Body Control Pilates..................... 6 Careline....................................... 42 Ferndown Fitness......................... 49 Jane Neale Foot Care................... 44 Zumba West Moors..................... 13 Hearing Aids Clarity Hearing Solutions............. 45 Home Care Services Promedica24................................ 7 Kitchens Brian’s Kitchens........................... 50 K & B Installations........................ 9 Select Interiors............................. 32 Locksmiths Cross Keys Locksmiths................. 28 RPS Locks & Glazing.................... 23 Loft Conversions & Services Loft Services................................. 28 Memorial Masons Minster Memorials....................... 6 Opticians EyeStyle Centre............................ 55 Oven Cleaners Oven King.................................... 23 Painters & Decorators Focus Decor................................. 61 Sanders Painting & Decorating..... 3 Pest Control Services Prevent Pest................................. 61 Pet Services BTH Pet Supplies.......................... 53 Places of Worship St Martins United Ref Church...... 57 Plasterers D Browne Plastering.................... 60

Plumbing & Heating Services AMH Plumbing & Heating........... 42 Bournemouth Plumbing Solutions.... 60 C M Lovegrove.............................. 6 H2OT Heating.............................. 18 Harts............................................ 40 P L H Heating............................... 24 Ultraheat Plumbing & Heating..... 1 Private Hire CPE Private Hire........................... 27 Property Developers RDG Group................................... 34 Property Maintenance Brooklyn Home Improvements..... 9 John Stevens Property Care......... 61 Richard Mulligan - Handyman..... 17 Robo Repairs................................ 37 Pubs, Restaurants & Takeaways Taj of Corfe Mullen...................... 63 Three Legged Cross..................... 50 Residential Care Homes Carehome Bed Finder.................. 47 Care South: St Ives House............ 47 Roofing Services Brian James Roofing.................... 24 J Meechan Roofing...................... 14 Rayner Roofing............................ 18 Social Media Services Mike’s Online Academy............... 46 Solicitors Harold G Walker.......................... 64 Storage SDC Self Storage.......................... 21 Tree Surgeons Alpha Trees & Fencing................. 28 Apex Tree Surgeons..................... 15 RHV.............................................. 19 Special Branch............................. 37 Used Cars Coastal Car Sales & Service......... 37 Waste & Clearance Services Philip Trim Contractors................ 44 Will Writing Services Dorset Wills................................. 20 Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze........................................ 59 Cloudy2Clear Windows................ 11 Dorset Windows.......................... 19 Fix It.............................................. 7 Profile 3....................................... 17 RFM Windows............................. 43 RPS Locks & Glazing.................... 23 Select PVCU................................. 41

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