The West Moors Directory - July 2017

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Welcome...

The West Moors Directory

Dear Neighbours,

The sun has finally come back… let’s see how long it Edition 144 lasts. Are we all ready for a good summer with hopefully the chance to sit on our wonderful beaches or maybe take a walk in our wonderful forest nearby? We have a trip to Cornwall planned in August with Hayden taking Stephen & Debbie Corney part in another Surf Life with our son Hayden Saving competition on the beach which we are really looking forward to. In the meantime, his training at Branksome is a great excuse for a cuppa on the sand. Last month Nellie, the Dorset Publications Campervan, said “Goodbye” as we flew to America to say “Hello” to Mickey! What a great trip that was. Do have a read.

In this issue...

Ferndown resident selected as winner of “name the rose”....... 8 Kids Page.................................. 10 West Moors Library News.......... 12 West Moors Horticultural Society Summer Show............ 12 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Magical Marvellous Meadows... 16 LawSpot.................................... 22 Motoring: New Prius PHV........... 26 West Moors Lunch Club............. 30 West Moors Art Society.............. 30

This month we had a student from Bournemouth School for Girls come for a work experience week with us. Megan Dixon, who is keen to work in fashion and design as a journalist, was a joy to work with. More than capable of getting on with the task at hand we took a trip to The Priest House Museum which Megan wrote about. You can read her very proficient article on page 60. Megan also compiled the “What’s on” page which will hopefully inspire you to get out and about this summertime and support the local activities in and around this area.

Well done to Megan! We wish you much luck in the future.

New Forest Show launches new baking competition.......... 34

If you have suggestions for any improvements to your “West Moors Directory” please do call or email. We would love to hear from you.

Prize Wordsearch....................... 51

Please do continue to use the advertisers inside. They need your calls to keep them busy and our local economy thriving. This is really appreciated.

Puzzle Corner............................ 36 Adventures of Nellie................... 38 What’s On in Dorset................... 44 Tastes so good: Banana Loaf Cake................... 48

On your plot: Start them young.................... 52 Wimborne Town Football Club.... 54

Stephen, Hayden and myself wish you a fantastic month of July.

War stories of a labrador............ 58

Best Wishes,

Priest’s House Museum............. 60

Debbie & Stephen Corney Published by: Debbie & Stephen Corney at Dorset Publications Telephone: 01202 894397 Email: info@westmoorsdirectory.co.uk Copy deadline for the August 2017 edition: 10th July 2017

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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Community News

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Ferndown resident selected as winner of Haskins Garden Centre’s ‘name the rose’ competition Haskins Garden Centre in Ferndown selected local resident Katie Pollock as the winner of its annual ‘name the rose’ competition.

The winning entry ‘Raspberry Delight’ was chosen over more than 400 entries to the competition. The rose is a deep pink colour, lightly scented, has a double flower and is of the patio variety.

Alasdair Urquhart, plant advisor at Haskins Garden Centre presented Katie with her Raspberry Delight rose. He said: “We were overwhelmed with the amount of high quality entries in this year’s competition, but Raspberry Delight was the stand out winner for us as we felt it suited the appearance of this delicate rose and fitted it perfectly.

“Patio roses are so versatile and they are grown in a large number of varieties and colours, suiting all garden areas.”

Roses flower from June to September and should be planted in an area where it is exposed to sunlight, but with partial shade as it is a hardy variety. It is expected to reach 50cm in height and attracts bees.

As part of Haskins’ Rose Festival, the Raspberry Delight (£9.99), along with 200 other types of roses are available to purchase till Thursday July 27, from Haskins Garden Centres in Ferndown in Dorset, West End in Southampton and Roundstone and Snowhill in West Sussex.

Mike Sokolowski, from David Austin Roses also visited the West End centre on Wednesday June 21 and the Snowhill centre on Thursday June 22 to give a free talk about caring for roses.

For more information, please go online to www.haskins.co.uk.

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Community News

West Moors Library News The Summer Reading Challenge is with us again with a slight difference.

This year’s challenge is called “Animal Agents”.

win be it books or family tickets to local attractions. There will be competitions and treasure hunts to complete too.

Open to all children up to the age of 14, all you have to do is read 6 books throughout the summer holidays! During the challenge you will collect 6 stickers (some smelly), a medal at the end and a certificate sent to school.

During the summer holidays we will also be holding story and craft events every Tuesday from 3 – 4pm.

Booking a free place is essential.

Watch out for the posters for more information.

Here is the difference... There will be a launch part at the library on July 18th from 3.30. Join us for cakes, crisps and drinks whilst you have first pick of all the books!

Learn about all the prizes you can

All other events will remain running throughout the summer – knit and natter, adult colouring, board games, ancestry, computer help and rhyme time for the under 5’s.

Angela McVeigh, Librarian

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Wildlife News

Talking about Wildlife...

Magical Marvellous Meadows Summer is an exciting time of year for us to enjoy wildlife at its best. Whether it’s in our gardens, or adorning our landscapes, the smells, colours and sounds of summer wildlife are finally all around us. One habitat which springs to mind is the wildflower meadow, full of orchids, oxeye daisy’s and lush green grassland. There is no other wildlife spectacle like it.

For many species of wildlife, there’s no better habitat than that of a wildflower meadow – the pollen rich plants are buzzing with bees and butterflies, hares and dormice have made their homes there, and let’s not forget the wildflowers themselves: crested dog’s-tail, devil’s bit-scabious and yellow rattle are just a few of the species you can expect to see in a healthy wildflower meadow.

But sadly, wildflower meadows are in decline.

Development and intensive farming are just some of the factors which have led to the loss of nearly 97% of wildflower meadows since WW2.

Alongside this, pollinators have also decreased in numbers due to their loss of habitat. Did you know that one in every three of the mouthfuls of food we take, is thanks to pollination taking place?

One project to try and reverse the decline of wildflower meadows has been led by HRH the Prince of Wales, called ‘Coronation Meadows’.

To mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s Coronation in 2013, 60 wildflower meadows in the UK were selected to take seeds from to restore and create new meadows. Lady’s Mead meadow in DWT’s Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve (near Dorchester) is one of the meadows selected and its seed has already started supporting the growth of other meadows in the county. In May this year, we were delighted to receive a visit from HRH Prince of Wales to Lady’s Mead, which was buzzing with wildlife.

HRH Prince Charles visiting Lady’s Mead Photo: Katharine Davies

Meadows may look ‘wild’ but in fact these open areas of grassland are carefully managed havens for wildlife. They support a complex and intricate ecosystem with hundreds of species of flora and fauna, which are a joy for us to see and walk through in the summer.

Dorset Wildlife Trust has launched an appeal to help ensure that its internationally important wildlife haven, Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve, and the educational facility at the nearby Kingcombe Centre, can thrive for the next 30 years. To find out more and donate visit: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ helpkingcombe.

Find out more about the Kingcombe Centre and nature reserve at: www.kingcombe.org.

By Sally Welbourn

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Kingfishers Of West Moors

www.kingfishercleaning.co.uk Just some of the benefits:  Truck mounted system

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Free quotes with NO hidden extras!

Special discounts for OAPs

 Safe quiet system cleans  deep and dries fast  Discounts for Emergency  No job too small Services personnel  30 years experience  Caring and friendly

For all your carpet and upholstery cleaning, call Ray:

01202 861944

245 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, BH22 0HZ

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

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• Computer Faults, Repairs & Upgrades

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...then call Dan at

01202

803044

www.teccheck.co.uk

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The Koi Shop Pond Services Pond Construction & Maintenance Specialists

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Telephone: 01202 571870 Mobile: 07926 760221

Sandstone Turfing Astroturf Sleepers Clearance Tarmac

Fully Insured Family Run Business Personal Touch

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www.landscapersbournemouth.co.uk 2 St George’s Drive, Ferndown, BH22 9EF

Pond Design and Construction

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Moving of Fish to New Location

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                 

                 

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

           

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23 OvenKing have been running cleaning services successfully over the past 4 years.

Within those 4 years we have built up to a 5 van operation building a large and loyal customer base. We have expanded into other cleaning services such as carpet cleaning, end of tenancy cleaning, jet washing and also commercial cleaning including kitchen cleaning and extraction ducting.

We have always prided ourselves on a high standard, attention to detail and thorough work through to the end regardless of how difficult the job may be. This is why 95% of our customers come back to us. A testament to the quality of work we do can be found on Check-a-trade and the reviews we have received and still do receive. We show an average score of over 9.8 on Check-a-trade.

Give us the opportunity to undertake any works and see what we can do for you.

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H. E. ELECTRICAL

SMART CUTS

AND SECURITY SERVICES  Consumer Units  Extra Lights | Sockets  Rewires (Full or Part)  Part P — 17th Edition Qualified  Burglar Alarm Installation and Service

FREE Estimates

Lived and worked in West Moors for over 25 yrs with over 45 yrs experience

Call Mick on

 01202 891482  07850 055817 

GARDENING SERVICES

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Tree Surgery Fencing Hedge Work Shingle Laying Patios Turfing Artifical Grass Pressure Washing Soak Away Installation

Tel: 01202 590236 M: 07786 589 191 FULLY INSURED • EST 1985

mick_he.electrical@hotmail.co.uk

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when we install during

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Let’s get one thing answered – the new 2017 Toyota Prius Plugin Hybrid is not exciting, okay? But, that doesn’t mean it’s a bad car. This is one very ingenious machine, with some awesome features – the most outstanding being the solar panel roof that can place just enough ‘go’ into the Toyota’s drive battery for an extra few free miles every day. The Prius PHV - as it’s abbreviated to - also has a refreshed electric powertrain.

A large 8.8kWh lithium ion battery is housed under the floor of the Toyota’s boot, together with a hi-tech electrical arrangement to move clout through it. This works well and provides, what is essentially a fourth-generation Prius, some worthwhile shove, especially as the car also has a twin motor hybrid powertrain.

This raises pure electric power from 72PS to 103PS. All this gives the Toyota five-door hatch a maximum speed of 84mph when driven in unadulterated electric mode. Mind you, you can only get away with this form of propulsion for so long – the electric range is 39 miles, but expect 20-25 miles real-world.

The Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid also has a 1.8 petrol engine, and along with the electric wizardry, 122PS is produced – giving a zero to 62mph time of 11.1sec and a maximum speed of 101mph. Hardly exciting, as I said earlier – but it’s not abysmal performance, either. More importantly, the Prius PHV breaths out a tiny 22g/km of CO2 and it’s possible to get 283mpg out of the car. No, that’s not a typo – that’s the claimed figure.

Of course, reality doesn’t always match up to what we’re told, and on a long motorway stretch, I only managed to get 59mpg – but then I did have my foot down – and hardly used electric mode. Instead, I mucked around with the ‘Normal’ ‘Eco’ and ‘Power’ settings, seeing what difference they made to the car.

It’s difficult to tell much difference between ‘Eco’ and ‘Normal’ –

but the ‘Power’ mode does give you a bit of a push in the back – and a lot more noise – reminiscent of a slightly unhinged vacuum cleaner.

Anyway, away from the tech and figures, the new Prius PHV is similar to the normal Prius – apart from a couple of things.

Unlike the regular model, it’s only got two seats in the rear – so it’s a strict four-seater - and the boot is smaller. This is all due to the bigger, newer battery. Oh, and I nearly forgot - there is one other notable way of telling the PHV apart from the usual Prius: its rear lights are horizontal, not vertical. I think it looks better this way.

On the move, the car is hushed, due to extra sound-deadening materials, and, when I did venture off the motorway onto Spanish rural routes, the Prius handled corners with barely any lean at all. This is down to retuned suspension springs and dampers. However, the tauter set-up means the car does bang and crash over potholes. Yet, back on smooth surfaces, the Toyota feels refined and, when using electric-only mode, I found the car almost silent. Only the whoosh of wind and tyre rumble disturbs the otherwise library-like calm in the cabin.

Once I’d stopped hooning the PHV and started using the electric settings, I achieved a hybrid-mode fuel economy figure of 69mpg – which is better than many Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) will do. Alas, that’s only a tiny fraction – probably about 5mpg - better than you’d eke from a run-of-the-mill Prius. It’s also hard to recommend this car over the regular Prius – due to its strict four-seater configuration and its shallower boot..

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West Moors Lunch and Friendship Club West Moors Lunch and Friendship Club meet in St Anthony‛s church hall on a Wednesday every week from 11.30am until 3.30pm. The club will be closing from the 26th July 2017, for the Summer Break. We be open again on the 6th September 2017.

Yet another month has passed by with a lot of laughter. We had sing song from the Ukelele Band and Roy Charles, Board games also the big scrabble to keep us on our toes. We celebrated a Ninety Birthday to one of our members Nita, with a birthday Cake made by one of the team to ďŹ nish off with afternoon tea.

The Club now have some spaces available if you wish to know a bit more please contact Joan on the number below.

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Three Days of Agricultural Fun and Entertainment at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show The New Forest and Hampshire County Show will be bringing three days of agricultural fun and entertainment to New Park, Brockenhurst on 25th, 26th and 27th July 2017. With livestock competitions, main ring attractions, International Show jumping, local produce and cooking demonstrations to name a few, there will be something for the whole family to enjoy.

Jamie Squibb will be returning to the Show to entertain visitors in the main ring with his exciting motocross stunt display.

Jamie Squibb rides a Kawasaki KXF450 and is a three times British Champion who has ridden all over the world. Jamie’s team will demonstrate their daredevil bike tricks both on the ground and in the air whilst jumping across a 60ft gap whilst 40ft in the air. Visitors can watch them complete a variety of different stunts and jumps. They will be performing twice each day in the Rathbones East Ring.

Jamie Squibb will be just one of a variety of main ring attractions entertaining the crowds in the main ring at the 2017 New Forest and Hampshire County Show. In addition, the Show will host International Show jumping competitions, The Grand Parade of Livestock, Inter-Hunt Relay,

Scurry Driving and the Pony Club Mounted Games.

New attractions featuring at the Show in 2017 include free interactive cooking workshops for children, polo demonstrations, baking competitions and the brand new Garden Tearoom located in the Flower and Gardening Show. There will be lots of educational activities across the showground with milking demonstrations in the Cattle Section, egg hatching in the Poultry Tent, vegetable planting in the discovery zone as well as the return of the ever popular Sheep Show.

Tickets for the New Forest and Hampshire County Show are available to purchase online via the New Forest Show website.

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The Adventures of Nellie

The Dorset Publications Camper Van Nellie booked us tickets to go to Disney World in Florida! Obviously Nellie would have loved to come with us and knows how I have wanted to take Hayden to Disney for a long time, but despite the fact that she loves to travel, Florida was just not possible for her. Nervously she waved us “Goodbye” on Sunday 28th May. Now I say that, as on Saturday 27th May there were NO British Airways flights flying anywhere in the world.

We were booked with BA. A computer glitch. Wow that is quite something. Me and Nellie were definitely anxious. After all we had waited years for this chance and now… well it wasn’t bear thinking of. Several hours of ‘on the edge’ waiting and then, late in the evening Stephen was able to get the all important boarding cards on the internet!

Some relief, but I was not entirely convinced.

I think I did get some sleep, but…

Arriving at the airport, there were queues and queues of people with lots of luggage.

We had hand luggage only. A trick we learned a couple of years ago. It saves a lot of ‘concerned eagerness’ at the conveyor belt, wondering if YOUR bag will ever come out! Ever had the feeling? It does mean I cannot take 16 pairs of shoes and 30 different outfits for a week, but Stephen is rather pleased about that. The toiletries are limited too, but again it saves hours of time in the evening in front of the mirror applying 20 different creams. Do they really work or is it all an illusion to make us feel better?

Anyway, having booked the valet service where the company literally greets you in the multi storey car park on arrival, takes your car away for the week and brings it back to you as soon as you land (a service we highly recommend and is nowhere near

Amazing shows at Cinderella’s Castle as expensive as you might think), we then walked straight on through. Really, no stops whatsoever, straight to the gates. We were very lucky! Now we could relax and enjoy ourselves.

We loved Disney! Staying at a resort some ten minutes drive away made it easy to get there. Taxis were the trouble free option for us, no worry of driving, no $20 parking fees per day on top of expensive car hire costs, on top of the petrol, on top of the ‘extra’ insurance fees. We are all for an easy life.

Can you see that! Nellie had it all sorted for us.We had booked tickets for the parks themselves on the internet in England before leaving. This turned out to be a good decision. They were not cheap, but at $119 per day per person per park, this ticket was good value. It also gave us the Memory Maker photos which were priced at $168 as well as $20 each to spend at Planet Hollywood which we found at Hollywood Disney. We bought a tee shirt each.

In addition to that we were able to book three fast track passes per day before we even set off! That turned out to be a real bonus. No waiting for three rides per day! In fact once those three fast passes were used

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Going in June was also an intelligent choice as the weather is good, but not totally humid and the American children were not all off school yet. I think the park in August would be a bit too much for me. The storms were just starting and the show at Epcot in the evening was quite spectacular with the back drop of lightening as well as the fireworks!

It all added to the atmosphere.

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In seven days we visited 5 Disney Parks and walked around 200,000 steps according to our phone! Typically British, we wanted to get our money’s worth. The first day we visited Magic Kingdom. Fantastic. It is such a family, friendly, smiley place. I have to say that Hayden, nearly 14 is not so enamoured

by Mickey, whereas me, age 52 love him and Minnie! Am I on the slippery slope back to childhood I hear you say… No, just an ‘old adult’ who is young at heart! It is allowed. Well I tell Hayden that but like a lot of teenagers he is not convinced. The show there really was quite magical. Fireworks dancing off the castle showing movie clips and songs. Truly amazing.

“Expedition Everest - the Legend of the Forbidden Mountain” at this park too. A roller coaster that zooms you backwards in the dark, then forwards to overlook (at a huge height) the whole surrounding area below. Quite exhilarating, if you like that sort of thing… We did wait 2.5 hours to get on the new Pandora ride which had literally been opened at the beginning of that week. No fast track for that one. It was terrific though.

The walk through the trees all adorned as they are in the film “Avatar” is awe inspiring.

Once on the ride you fly through the air on the back on a Banshee (Dragon) at speed.

The graphics were out of this world and the wait was actually well worth it.

Epcot is incredible. Educational and fun.

Great food from all around the globe too.

The show in the evening on the water was just so aesthetic.

There was far more at Animal Kingdom that I had realised.

The Safari ride takes you through vegetation with Elephants, lions, alligators, giraffes, hippos and lots more. They all look well and are thriving. We were Troopers went down really thrilled by the roller coaster, a “storm”!

Hayden loved seeing the Storm Troopers at Disney Hollywood Studios. That made his week. For all those Star Wars fans, this is the place to go. Great rides and excellent shows including an Indiana Jones stunt show you can take part in.

Typhoon Lagoon was great. An enormous wave machine for Stephen and Hayden to dive into, a lazy river for me and family rafter rides for us to enjoy together. These are moments to remember.

Nellie would love to be part of Disney. Her fun loving exploits, her cheeky sense of humour. I think she would fit in well and she loved looking at all the photos as you can imagine. It is back to England this month… where will Nellie take us this time?

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What’s On in Dorset - July/August 2017 14th – 16th July

Swanage Jazz Festival Swanage Come and enjoy a range of well-known jazz names whilst relaxing with family and friends at the 28th and final Swanage Jazz Festival www.swanagejazz.org

15th & 16th July

Classics at the Castle Sherborne Castle A fantastic weekend of events and displays including motor club stands, motor trade stands, autojumble, craft fair and a quality Classic & Supercar auction as well fun activities for the whole family www.classicsatthecastle.co.uk

16th July

Poole Vintage Day Poole Quay Poole goes Vintage, live vintage music, classic cars, military vehicles, dancing displays and tutorials, vintage themed fashion show and a vintage market with lots more besides!

Bournemouth Pier to Pier Swim Bournemouth to Boscombe Pier Join thousands of other supporters on the Pier to Pier Swim as you brave the English Channel in this incredible 1.4-mile open water challenge whilst raising funds and awareness for the British Heart Foundation.

27th - 30th July

Camp Bestival Lulworth Castle & Park

Live music, comedy, theatre shows and activities. This year the line-up includes Mark Ronson, Louisa Johnson, Anne-Marie and All Saints. www.campbestival.net

28th - 29th July & 4th - 5th August

Bournemouth Dancing Terraces Pavilion Dance Terrace Fun, free outdoor dance classes for all ages and abilities with styles such as Salsa, Ceilidh, Dance Club Fit, Street Dance and 1940s Social Dance. www.bic.co.uk

29th July - 5th August

Swanage Carnival Swanage Swanage will be radiating to the sound, fun and excitement of the annual Regatta & Carnival, the South Coast’s Premier event.

This ‘must do’ attraction has so much to offer everyone, from the magnificent two mile carnival procession, vibrant with dance, sound and colour, to the beat of live bands playing in the carnival marquee. www.swanagecarnival.com

2nd August

Meet Peppa Pig! 10:15, 115, 1:00, 2:00 & 3:45 Adventure Wonderland Merritown Lane, Hurn, Christchurch Peppa Pig is returning to Adventure Wonderland to meet & greet her fans so make sure you bring your camera along. Remember to mind out for muddy puddles! www.adventurewonderland.co.uk

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4th, 11th, 18th & 25th August

Bournemouth Friday Fireworks Bournemouth Pier Approach Be prepared to be dazzled by the Bournemouth Firework display. Starting at 10pm from Bournemouth Pier, we know you’ll love watching the skies light up!

18th August

Luna Cinema showing of La La Land Bournemouth Pier Approach Enjoy This Hollywood Musical whilst relaxing in a beautiful outdoor setting with the sound of the sea just a few metres away. Other movies on offer include: The Goonies and Notting Hill www.thelunacinema.com

9th September

Monkey World 30th Anniversary Party 7:30 pm until midnight Monkey World, Longthorns, Wareham A celebration of 30 years of primate rescue, welfare and conservation with live music and fantastic food - book now to avoid disappointment www.monkeyworld.org

9th - 10th September

23rd August

Poole Thai Festival Baiter (Harbourside) Park, Poole Treat yourself to a weekend of wonder and feel a touch of Thai culture, where you can challenge your taste buds and feast your eyes on world class food and performances. www.magicofthailand.co.uk

31st August - 3rd September

Family Camping Weekend on Brownsea Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour Enjoy a family adventure on Brownsea Island.

Come along and take part in camping, a bbq, a night-time sing-song and optional outdoor activities. Tents, dinner and breakfast provided (self-catering option available). www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island

Candlelight Procession 7:30pm Bournemouth Lower Gardens Join in with the lighting of thousands of candles in coloured glass jars. Watch the Lower Gardens transform into a magical, candlelit kingdom during one of Bournemouth’s oldest and most enduring traditions.

Bournemouth Air Festival Bournemouth Seafront The UK’s biggest air festival is an unmissable weekend of wonder: in the air, on land and at sea. Bournemouth will be hosting incredible air displays, on the ground action and evening entertainment. Setting the festival Bournemouth aside from other air shows, when the sun goes down, Night Air entertainment will light up the with pyrotechnic night flying, street entertainment, awesome live music and military performances. A free to attend event, the Bournemouth Air Festival is a must-visit! www.bournemouthair.com

20th May – 10th September

Pine Walk Art Exhibition Pine Walk, Lower Gardens, Bournemouth Situated in the Lower Gardens in the very heart of the town, this relaxing, slow paced stroll is a feast for the eyes. There is a delightful display of paintings exhibited by the artists themselves who are on hand to discuss their work with you.

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

www.EventsDorset.com Compiled by Megan Dixon

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Introducing... FoamInstall FoamInstall is a relatively new company but has been developed off the back of our long standing building and construction company. We have a vast knowledge of the building and construction industry, undertaking roof works, loft extensions and dormers. In these projects we have used foam insulation and seen the full benefits it can bring customers.

We therefore decided to setup a branch solely focused on bringing this product to customers and creating more awareness about how this product can benefit customers in a number of ways.

Foam insulation is quickly applied and creates an airtight seal into the space it is applied, this results in better insulation than any other product can provide on the

market. Fibreglass being the main insulation product used today is easily bested by foam insulation. Fibreglass insulation has gaps where it is not installed properly, is susceptible to damp and rot and causes irritation to those that come in contact with it or the particles it disperses. Foam insulation has no gaps, is not susceptible to damp or rot, does not cause irritation and is an extremely durable product coming with a 25 year guarantee. Foam insulation can result in up to 50% savings on your energy bills.

We use the latest foam technologies from the UK #1 supplier of foam insulation and each of the products are BBA accredited. There are a number of options with foam insulation ensuring we get it right for you.

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A gracious new home, offering all the care you may need – at a realistic cost

St Ives House is a newly-built care home set in an attractive sylvan location near Ringwood.

With well-appointed facilities and an abundance of light and space, the home offers a relaxed, safe and peaceful setting for those with nursing, residential and dementia care needs.

Our caring, expertly trained staff offer high quality nursing care for all levels of need – from short-term respite, to high dependency and palliative care, as well as dementia care.

Come and see for yourself For enquiries please call 01425 481220 or visit www.care-south.co.uk

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Banana Loaf Cake

A delicious banana loaf that’s versatile enough to be served as breakfast, warm brunch or simply enjoyed with an afternoon cuppa.

Ingredients for 8 servings 4 medium sized ripe bananas 180g Whole Wheat flour 125ml Sunflower oil 125g Brown Sugar (amount can be adjusted to suit tastes) 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract ¼ tsp. Cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg powder (optional) 2 tbsp. sunflower seeds (optional) 1.5 tsp. Baking powder ½ tsp. Baking soda Pinch of salt

1. Preheat Oven to 180C. and lightly grease a loaf tin or rectangular cake

tin.

2. Add the sugar and bananas to a mixing bowl and mash well until pureed.

3. Add the oil, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg to the bowl and stir well.

4. Into the bowl, sieve the flour with the baking powder, baking soda and salt.

5. Fold the dry ingredients carefully and evenly ensuring it is well blended.

6. Add sunflowers seeds if chosen and gently fold.

7. Tip the mixture into the greased pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until risen and a golden brown colour.

8. Remove the loaf when cooled from pan, slice and serve warm or cold.

9. The loaf is best kept in a lidded container in the fridge or wrap in cling film.

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 Bathroom Suites Supplied and Fitted  Shower upgrade / Power showers Fitted  New Plumbing Installations and Maintenance  Any other general plumbing jobs undertaken  Reliable, friendly and local  No Call out charge / Competitive rates Local plumber with 20 years experience. Fully qualified and registered with the Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineers.

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71 Moorlands Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0JN

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.

Opening Times:

Monday to Saturday: 12pm to 11pm Sundays: 12pm to 10.30pm

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Gardening Tips

On Your Plot Start them young

I was an incredibly picky eater as a child. I remember wanting to like tomatoes because they were such a lovely bright colour but still I wouldn’t eat them! It was only after my mother started growing them at home that I finally plucked one straight from the plant and popped it, warm from the sun, into my mouth - delicious!

Jobs for July :-

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Make last sowings of carrots and French beans.

Keep harvesting those beans, peas and courgettes.

Sow Spring cabbage.

Lift onions (and garlic if it’s still in) and dry for storing over the winter. Plait and hang (or store in a string bag).

• Remember to feed your tomatoes.

• As crops go over use the free space for quick growing salad leaves or radishes.

• Peg down some of the runners from your strawberries to root into new plants. Remove the remainder.

Would you like to see your youngsters spending more time outdoors and get them eating healthy foods too? Then what better idea than to involve the kids in growing their own?

While we’d all love a string of willing, young, helpers on the vegetable plot you do have to be realistic. Children can have short attention spans, will only want to do the jobs that appeal to them, and usually expect quick results. Us adults on the other hand tend to be stuck in our ways, place great importance in doing things slowly and methodically and don’t usually take well to sudden changes of plan! So how can you encourage your little ones, without boring them out of the garden, or having them dig up your row of prize leeks?

If it is at all possible give children a space that is completely their own on the plot. Get hold of some good quality child size tools and encourage their attempts even if it isn’t quite what you’d have done - if digging holes and making mud pies is more in their line than neat rows of seedlings perhaps they could create a wildlife area? A shallow dish sunk into

the ground can be used by birds, frogs, toads and hedgehogs, and a log pile will be home to all sorts of insects plus providing a possible hedgehog home.

Giant sunflowers are great fun, especially if you have a growing competition, and wild flower seeds can just be scattered and will, in time, encourage useful insects and birds - natural pest control!

Keen young growers can browse seed packets or catalogues to see what takes their fancy. Quick growing crops are a good suggestion - radishes and salad leaves pop up in no time at all and should give them almost instant satisfaction! Sweet young carrots are likely to tempt even picky eaters, as are those lovely little cherry tomatoes. Popping peas out of their pods is very appealing and how about growing their own hideaway in the form of a lush green wigwam of peas or beans? They may not be keen on eating greens, but there is certainly a much better chance that they’ll be tempted to try something they’ve grown themselves.

Fruit, such as strawberries and raspberries is usually popular, and if you haven’t got any of your own planted yet you can always get them enthusiastic by having an afternoon out at the pick your own farm.

Ready grown plug plants can be good for helping them to set up an ‘instant’ plot - take a trip out to the garden centre to see what is on offer. If you already have seedlings started, then they could have the choice of some for their own plot (and you can see whose grows best!). Finally, don’t forget ‘indoor’ growing activities too - clean out the bottom half of a boiled egg and draw a face on it. Fill it with cotton wool soaked in water and sprinkle on some cress seeds - in just a few days the egg man will be growing hair and not only can they cut his hair but they can eat it too.

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

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

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

Waste transfer permit held.

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

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Moorlands Road Dental Practice and the Big Summer Brush Up campaign During July 2017 Moorlands Road Dental Practice are working together with Denplan to encourage children and parents to participate in the Big Summer Brush Up campaign.

We recommend that if you have not seen your dentist for over a year then you should give us a call and book an appointment.

Please feel free to bring your toothbrush with you to your appointment and the dentist or hygienist can show you the best brushing techniques.

Visit www.bigsummerbrushup.co.uk for more information about the campaign.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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War stories of a Labrador If you have a lovable, sensitive and caring Labrador, then you might like to read a new book which has just been published about a black Labrador’s experiences during World War II. The stories are revealed by Buddy’s seven times great grandson, Bod, who lives in Cornwall who in turn relates them to his young master Archie.

Inspired by the innate talents of her family’s black Labrador, Bod, this new book by J.A. McEnnis combines fiction with fact.

Written in the first ‘doggie person’ the book focusses on the heroic tales of Buddy during World War II when he finds himself amidst the London Blitz and then behind enemy lines in France. Consequently he is faced with big challenges as suddenly his comfortable pet status ends and is replaced by the harsh realities of a soldier dog’s life serving King and country. The book highlights through real situations how Labradors - and other dogs - helped to save thousands of lives in World War II and continue to do so in war-torn parts of the world today.

Author J A McEnnis For every book sold, £1 will be donated to The Labrador Rescue Trust charity. Details of the extraordinary work of the Trust can be seen on their website: www.labrador-rescue.com The book is available online at: www.jamcennis.co.uk or at: Gullivers Bookshop, Wimborne Minster Tel: 01202 882677

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Wimborne’s hidden treasure: The Priest’s House Located in the heart of the buzzing market town of Wimborne is a treasure chest of local history. Step inside the 16th Century townhouse and a world rich in archaeological, costume and childhood history unlocks the story of East Dorset. The museum offers a wide spectrum of exhibitions displaying relics from different eras.

I visited the museum’s new ‘Fancy That!’ exhibition which explores handicraft for pleasure and employment. Amongst the display can be found an extraordinary array of highly decorated, handmade garments.

The expertise echoed within the intricacy and detail on the clothing is truly astonishing! I was fascinated by the exquisitely embroidered clothing, particularly, a decorative stitching method christened ‘Dorset feather stitchery’ by a local group of 1950’s stitchers. Amid the adorned garments, a pair of knitted yellow gloves known as Ringwood gloves can be

seen. These are replicas of those hand knitted by a local resident at their home for W. Ayles and Son Ringwood. It was these gloves that, in response to Churchill’s appeal, were sent to aid the people of Russia in the Second World War. Just along the hallway, visitors can delve into the history of childhood, a reminiscent experience for all ages. A walk around the artefacts can take you from the sepia-toned Victorian classroom to a psychedelic medley of 70s books and popular records. A sense of the strong community association with the museum is echoed within the collation of memories from visitors of all ages scattered across a wall.

Other exhibitions include, the archaeology collection, displaying artefacts ranging from around 800 BC to 800 AD, including Stone Age through to Roman antiquity. In addition, for gardening enthusiasts, the ‘How does your garden grow?’ is a must see with an abundance of exquisite botanical illustrations and agricultural history.

There has never been a better time to pay a visit than this summer. After indulging in a coffee or a wander through the shops, pop into the Priest’s House. You will not be disappointed!

By Megan Dixon

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