Hoburne Park Spring Life Magazine

Hoburne life

Welcome back to Hoburne, and I hope like us, you are looking forward to a fantastic 2023 season.

It certainly feels like it’s been a long, cold, and dark winter, but spring is in the air, and we have been spoilt with glorious sunshine this February half term. This is our first issue of the owner’s magazine for 2023, and there is plenty to update you on what’s been happening on the park over winter and what’s to come later this year.

This winter has been wet and cold, and our grounds team has been working tremendously in all conditions to keep on top of the park, which hasn’t been an easy task.

Despite that, longer days are coming, trees are blossoming, and Easter eggs are already in the supermarkets!

This magazine is very much for our owners, and we want to hear from you. If you have something you wish to share with the magazine, then let us know. Grab a coffee and enjoy reading!

MEDAL Feefo’s Gold Trusted Service Award

We are delighted to have been awarded Feefo’s Gold Trusted Service Award in recognition of online reviews from holidaymakers recognising our excellence in customer service. Feefo established the Awards in 2014 to recognise brands that truly reflect a business's dedication to providing outstanding customer service by analysing feedback from real customers. The Gold Trusted Service Award is an accolade based purely on verified and genuine customer reviews, and therefore a true reflection of our commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

user-circle Owners’ portal

It has been just over a year since we launched our owner’s portal. We hope you have found it easy to use and navigate. If you have not yet signed up to the portal, please speak to the reception team on park.

VECTOR-SQUARE Vinyl Solutions

We are delighted to be partnering with Vinyl Solutions for all our decking services moving forward. This strategic partnership will see Vinyl Solutions become the sole supplier for all decking services. Vinyl Solutions will service, supply, and install its range of premium quality decking products across all our holiday parks. It makes perfect sense for us to be working with Vinyl Solutions, geographically they sit in a good location to service our business efficiently and effectively, they have a proven track record of delivering great products and excellent customer service, but above all their business values align perfectly with ours with professionalism and integrity at the forefront of their operation.

SMILE-BEAM 2023 owner events

We have an exciting programme of exclusive owner events and functions for 2023. The calendar of dates for your diaries is available from the Sales and Ownership Office, pop in and pick up your copy. We look forward to welcoming you all at the first event of the season.

wrench Maintenance price list

We have a new maintenance price list available for 2023. To collect a copy, please pop into the ownership office.

CHECK Hoburne Managed Letting Scheme

Did you know your holiday home could be earning you money when you are not there? Simply letting your holiday home for the times you are not there could give you an income that goes towards your site fees.

A hassle-free service. We have a wealth of experience when it comes to letting holiday homes and our experienced teams are there every step of the way, looking after both your holiday home and your letting income. To take advantage of this service please contact the park and ask for more information.

Shapes New private letting agreement

All owners that privately let their holiday homes will need to sign and return the new agreement, along with copies of all safety documents to reception before any passes can be issued. The new prices for entertainment passes are as follows:

Up to 7 Nights £50 up to 6 guests / £60 7–8 guests

1 Night £25 up to 6 guests / £30 7–8 guests

Serves 4 people

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 40 minutes

Moroccan Harira

This is a healthy vegetarian version of the classic Moroccan soup with plenty of cumin, turmeric and cinnamon, each offering different health benefits, plus it’s low in fat and calories too.

Ingredients

Angle-Right 1-2 tbsp rapeseed oil

Angle-Right 2 large onions , finely chopped

Angle-Right 4 garlic cloves , chopped

Angle-Right 2 tsp turmeric

Angle-Right 2 tsp cumin

Angle-Right 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Angle-Right 2 red chillies , deseeded and sliced

Angle-Right 500g tin chopped tomatoes

Method for the Moroccan Harira:

Angle-Right 1.7 litre reduced-salt vegetable bouillon

Angle-Right 175g dried green lentils

Angle-Right 2 carrots , chopped into small pieces

Angle-Right 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced

Angle-Right 5 celery sticks , chopped into small pieces

Angle-Right 2 /3 small pack coriander, few sprigs reserved, the rest chopped

Angle-Right 1 lemon, cut into 4 wedges, to serve

1. Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan over a medium heat.

2. Fry the onions and garlic until starting to soften.

3. Add in the turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, and chillies.

4. Pour in the passata and stock and stir together.

5. Add the lentils, chopped carrots, diced sweet potato and celery, and bring to the boil.

6. Cover the pan and leave to simmer for 30 minutes.

7. Cook uncovered for a further 5-10 minutes until the vegetables and lentils are tender.

8. Stir in the chopped coriander and serve in bowls with lemon wedges for squeezing over, sprinkle over the reserved coriander.

Saturday 11th March 2023

Doors open 7pm

Canapés served from 7.30pm £25 per ticket (Adults only)

Tickets on sale Saturday 4th February at 9am.

Tickets include: Arrival drink, Live entertainment, Rat Pack tribute artist Dave Dean Elvis & Rock ‘n’ roll tribute Danny Gracelands, The Dapper Magician, Casino tables

Call Reception on 01425 273379 hpreception@hoburne.com to secure your place. Please be aware lines may be busy on the day.

Limited number of tickets available so please be quick to avoid disappointment. Maximum 6 tickets per pitch. Please specify any dietary requirements on the day of purchase. All names and pitch numbers must be given when purchasing your tickets otherwise we have the right to refuse you.

park updates

USER-PLUS New Team Members

We have recently welcomed Kelly Watts to our Sales and Ownership Team. Kelly joins as Sales Manager from Hoburne Bashley and has a wealth of experience. Kelly is looking forward to meeting our owners and guests, and we know you will join us by giving Kelly a very warm welcome. Please pop into the Sales and Ownership office and say hello next time you are here. You can find out more about Kelly in our Five Questions with Feature.

Fond farewell

Our Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, Henry, has left us to join the Army, and we wish him well with this exciting new chapter.

USER-PLUS Promotion

Donald Ware has now taken over the reins of Assistant Food & Beverage Manager. Many of you will know Donald as he has worked at Park for the last 18 months as an F&B Team leader.

GOLF-BALL-TEE Charity golf day

Owing to the forthcoming Coronation, the Charity Golf Day in aid of Abbey’s Heroes has been rearranged at Crane Valley Golf Club for Saturday 13th May. All players are welcome, please call Mel Ford on 07973627721 for more information.

�� Dorset Tourism Awards

We are very proud to have won Silver �� in the Holiday Park of the Year category at this year’s prestigious Dorset Tourism Awards.

CHILD Owners party

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our owners’ party in November. We had a brilliant evening with fantastic entertainment and look forward to welcoming you all to more owner events this year!

HANDS-HOLDING Beauty h at Hoburne Bashley

As a new season begins, the team at Beauty h would like to express their gratitude to all our owners for their continued support. The team is looking forward to having a super successful 2023, with new treatment upgrades launching in February and an updated price list - keep your eyes peeled!

If you haven’t already signed up to receive a monthly e-newsletter containing offers, competitions, and updates on all things Beauty h, then click here

�� Hoburne Company Conference

Hoburne recently held its annual company conference and the one-day conference finished with a glitzy gala awards dinner here at Hoburne Park. We are very proud to announce that both Shelley Monger and Liz Barfield were finalists for two awards categories, and our wonderful Customer Experience Manager, Natalie Castagna won Silent Warrior of the Year. Please make sure when you next see the team to congratulate them on being recognised for their hard work and contribution to Hoburne.

Hand-holding-heart Charity

Last year, we raised £4,305 for the Dorset Children’s Foundation, along with the donation from Hoburne Group Support. We wish to thank everyone who supported us with our charity efforts throughout the year.

This year we have decided to support Dorset Mind, a charity supporting local people with mental health challenges. We will be holding some charity events throughout the year to help us reach our pledge of £3,000!

WIFI Wi-Fi update

We are pleased to let you know our team has completed the installation of the groundworks for the fibre cable upgrade. Despite the freezing weather and the continuous rain throughout December, we have been able to plough on. The ground damage has been very minimal, and the team aims to have everything back to normal as quickly as possible. The next step will be installing the electrical connections and owners will be contacted individually before the wireless access points are installed in your holiday homes.

�� 2023 entertainment team

We’re excited to welcome our new entertainment team for 2023 - Danni, Emily, and Sophie. Danni joins us from Hoburne

Devon Bay as our new Entertainment Manager, along with Emily, who was at Hoburne Bashley in 2022, and we’re delighted to have Sophie back with us again for 2023. We’re sure you’ll all give them a warm Hoburne Welcome.

2023 Dates for the Diary

Please be aware all dates/acts are subject to change and subject to roadmap dates being confirmed by government review.

Saturday 11th February Live Act

Cameron Mills

As a finalist of the RIBI South England Young Vocalist, as well as being nominated for a Best in Music and Classic Brit Award, Cameron is renowned for his strong vocal capability and vibrant personality. Singing several hits from the 1950s through to the present charts, Cameron is sure to please all tastes and audiences.

Saturday 18th February Live Act

Carla Holley

Carla is an experienced vocalist, having previously worked at holiday parks across the UK. Covering songs from the 50’s through to the present day with a powerful voice and sparkling personality.

Saturday 25th February Live Act

Lois Lonsdale

Lois is an accomplished vocalist with something for everyone.

Saturday 11th March Hoburne Live

Jax Hall

Jax Hall is a talented vocalist from the south of England. Her style is inspired by Jazz and Blues singer such as Janis Joplin, Etta James, and Adele.

Saturday 18th March Hoburne Live

Boulevadier

Talented Jazz duo who will be performing a sophisticated cocktail of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, and Irving Berlin, incorporating jazz, swing, Latin and blues.

Saturday 25th March Hoburne Live

Karma Delacy

Enjoy a range of music by talented singer, dancer and all-round performer, Karma Delacy.

Saturday 1st April Live Act

Sarah Skeet

Sarah has a sparkling personality and engaging stage presence. Performing all your favourite songs, Sarah will ensure you have a night to remember.

Thursday 6th April

Crazy Creatures Experience at Hoburne Park

Come and see living reptiles, bugs and lots more crazy creatures with this 45-minute session at 9.30 am / 11 am / 12.30 pm. £5.00 per child (under 16 years). 20 places available per session.

Saturday 8th April Live Act

Rooster

A high energy band with incredible 3-part harmony vocals. Enjoy songs from the 50s to the current day including the likes of Elvis, Van Morrison the Beatles, right through to Bruno Mars, Kings of Leon and Daft Punk.

Thursday 13th April

Crazy Creatures Experience at Hoburne Park

Come and see living reptiles, bugs, and lots more crazy creatures with this 45-minute session at 9.30 am / 11 am / 12.30 pm. £5.00 per child (under 16 years). 20 places available per session.

Saturday 15th April Live Act

Max Hutton

Max is a versatile vocalist performing such shows from swing, the 70’s, 80’s and onwards. Max has performed as a singing waiter and singing photographer and has many years of experience as a performing cabaret.

Saturday 22nd April Hoburne Live

April Taylor

April is a talented vocalist with something for everyone this evening.

Monday 24th April Hoburne Live

Claire Manners

Claire is an experienced saxophonist, who performs all over the UK. Her repertoire includes pop, soul, and jazz.

Saturday 29th April Hoburne Live

Alister Wilmott

Fabulous vocalist with something for everyone.

Carla Holley

Sarah Skeet

Five questions

Team member

Kelly Watts, Sales Manager

1. How long have you worked for Hoburne?

a. Just over two years. I began at Hoburne Naish, then joined Hoburne Bashley, and joined Hoburne Park as Sales Manager in January.

2. What has been your biggest achievement since working at Hoburne?

a. Meeting with so many families at the start of their buying journey and then going on to see them enjoy their holiday home, creating memories together as a family.

3. Tell us an interesting fact about yourself.

a. Before I got into sales, I studied for a degree in NLP (Neuro-linguistic programming), a study to understand how people organise their thinking, feeling, language, and behaviour to produce the results they do.

4. When you’re not working, what do you like to do in your spare time?

a. I go to the gym, walk my dog, Mia, enjoy cooking, and I really enjoy gardening; I have an unhealthy obsession with plants!

5. Who is your favourite Sammy Squad character?

a. Sammy himself – I like seahorses!

questions with… Homeowner

Chris Boxall, Orchid 23

1. How long have you been a Hoburne holiday homeowner?

a. Coming up for two years.

2. Why did you pick Hoburne Park?

a. The year before we bought our holiday home, we were coming out of lockdown and wanted a holiday. We booked a long weekend at the park and loved it. We liked the facilities and location, with it being so close to the beach.

3. What’s your favourite thing to do whilst staying at your holiday home?

a. We walk to the beach or town and catch up with our neighbours.

4. What do you love most about being a holiday homeowner?

a. The freedom. The park is so peaceful and tranquil; it feels like you’re on holiday as soon as you arrive.

5. What top tip would you give to a new Hoburne holiday homeowner?

a. Make sure the position and location of the caravan is right for you.

Larry Lobster Larry’s Laughs

Larry found some great jokes in the Xmas crackers this year. Here are his favourite ones… what was your best cracker joke?

Q1. Why did the teddy bear skip out on dessert when she was on a date?

Q2. What do you call a noodle that is fake?

Q3. What’s an alligator in a vest called?

Q4. What is cheese that doesn’t belong to you called?

Q5. What’s a pirate’s favourite class to take in school?

A5. Arrrrrt

A4. Nacho cheese!

A3. An investi-gator.

A2. An im-pasta

A1. She was stuffed!

Answers

Tommy Turtle Tommy’s Teasers

Tommy has been given a book on teasers by Sammy for Christmas and he is trying to work out the answers. Can you solve the teaser and get all the answers correct?

Q1. What has a face and two hands but no arms or legs?

Q2. What five-letter word gets shorter when you add two letters to it?

Q3. I am always hungry and will die if not fed, but if you water me, I'll die. What am I?

Q4. What type of cheese is made backward?

Q5. What’s left when you take an ant out of a plantain?

A5. Something plain

A4. Edam

A3. A fire

A2. Short

A1. A clock

Answers

Repeat Repeat Quiz

One for the grownups a quiz to test the old grey matter! Each one word answer has the same letter sequence repeated twice, for a two word answer the same word is repeated

Q1. Which famous prison is located approximately 30 miles north of New York City on the banks of the Hudson River?

Q2. With an upbeat rhythm, which type of (Latin) dance is said to be a combination of the Mambo and the American Swing?

Q3. What breed of dog, originally from Northern China, is known there by a name which means ‘puffy-lion dog’ (Songshi Quan)?

Q4. What name was given to the rebellion that took place during the 1950’s in Kenya against British rule?

Q5. In the children’s TV series ‘Hector’s House’, which animal puppet shares its name with a chart topping singer?

Q6. Which insect is responsible for spreading sleeping sickness?

Q7. Which song title gave ‘The Mamas & The Papas’ their first UK top ten hit in 1966?

Q8. Which British cricketer had three children, each of whom went on to represent England in their chosen sport at the age of 19?

Q9. As played by Robin Williams, what words did Mork from Ork use as a greeting?

Q10. British singer, songwriter, actress and TV personality, born Marie Macdonald Mclaughlin Lawrie, is better known by which name?

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Each quarter we ask our owners to share their favourite photos with us. We'll pick our favourites to include in the next issue.

Good luck!

Our family

We know our four-legged friends are very popular among our owners and this page is dedicated to them. As a pet-friendly park, we want to see more photos of your pooches. Email us your photos and we will pick the best ones to feature in our next issue.

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