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School Art s t l u s Re of Competition

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Barrington Theatre celebrates 30th Anniversary

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Competition: You’ve Got A Friend at The Regent Centre

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Ben Pulford managing director design@mags4dorset.co.uk Nick Pulford company secretary accounts@mags4dorset.co.uk

NEWS DESK 01202 872813 Janine Pulford editor editorial@mags4dorset.co.uk Liz Turner assistant editor liz@mags4dorset.co.uk

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HelloReaders

Jasmine Watkiss here, working once again at MAGS4DORSET. I just couldn’t stay away! Last summer I covered Liz Turner’s absence while she recovered from spinal surgery. This time, I’m here to shadow the editor and learn more about the mechanics of pulling a magazine together and getting it to print. I’m very grateful to Janine Pulford for this opportunity and for the support of the whole team.

It’s great to be back, especially as I was immediately treated to a meal at Neo, a brand new restaurant in Bournemouth (page 27) and a visit to the theatre to see Broadway Showtunes (page 35) - talk about the perks of the job.

School’s out for the summer and we’ve got a lot for you in this magazine, with the ‘In and Around the Area’ section crammed with events to keep you - and the kids - occupied this holiday. Wimborne History Festival (page 13) and Ferndown Culture Week (page 21) have just taken place, and we held our first schools’ art competition, inviting three schools from the local area to take part. The entries were impressive, and first prize, by QE’s Hannah Graham in Year 10, has pride of place on the front cover.

It’s a busy magazine, yet free from the perils and pitfalls of Brexit and Prime Minister-related politics that are inescapably dominating the media at the moment. However, I am hoping that new Prime Minister Theresa May will stick to her word and provide ‘social justice’ to the general public, and not just to the ‘privileged few.’

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12 AUGUST 2016 The Editor reserves the right to amend or shorten contributions in order to fit in with the editorial policy and style of the magazine

Have a great August, everybody, and enjoy the sunshine.

Jasmine Watkiss Acting Editor 4Dorset is independently published and distributed free to homes and businesses in selected areas of Dorset and Hampshire. It is also available by subscription at £35 per year. Views or opinions expressed in 4Dorset are not necessarily those of the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to refuse any advertisement deemed to be unsuitable for publication. Information about a service does not imply recommendation. All purchases made through this publication are done so entirely at your own risk. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with 4Dorset and should not be reproduced without prior written permission from the publisher.

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High Court quashes solar park planning permission The High Court of Justice has quashed planning permission for the proposed Mapperton Solar Park on land owned by South Dorset MP Richard Drax.

The decision was made on 28 June, the result of Katharine Butler’s successful application for a Judicial Review of East Dorset District Council’s initial decision to grant permission. The solar park would have been sited on good arable land amongst highly valued heritage assets in an Area of Great Landscape Value. Butler’s petition was supported by the Mapperton Preservation Group (MPG) and the Dorset branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE).

Over 700 objections were sent to East Dorset District Council last year in protest at what would have been, if built, the second largest solar park in Dorset.

Deputy High Court Judge Rhodri Lewis Price QC agreed with Katharine Butler that East Dorset’s planning committee was seriously misled by the officers’ report, which recommended that permission be granted. The report admitted that the proposal would do harm to heritage assets but failed to point out that, if this was the case, this would not comply with policies in the Local Plan.

The solar park would have covered 106 acres with 90,000 solar PV panels.

Katharine Butler added, “We would not have objected to a solar farm of 40 acres, but it is inappropriate to site an industrially sized project in an Area of Great Landscape Value. The developer is clearly more persuaded by the commercial rather than the environmental arguments.”

Cllr Steve Butler, portfolio holder for planning at East Dorset District Council, said, “We are disappointed with the judgment.

We are studying the detail of it to determine our approach with regard to an appeal.”

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ARMED FORCES the UK’s first Soviet Russian art gallery DAY PARADE

Art Russe at Beaulieu: Lord Montagu of Beaulieu has signed an agreement with Art Russe, one of Russia’s foremost private collections of Russian and Soviet art, to establish a permanent showcase at Beaulieu. This gallery is just one of Art Russe’s projects aimed at increasing awareness of Russian and Soviet art. Entrepreneur

and philanthropist Andrey Filatov heads the operation.

About 25 artworks will be displayed in Palace House, which has been home to the Montagu family since 1538.

Thematic exhibitions at this new permanent gallery of Russian art will be renewed each quarter. The works of art are from the late 19th century to the 1990s, a period that best reflects the main stages of development of the Russian school of art.

Wareham’s inhabitants watched proudly as troops recently exercised their right to march through the streets of Purbeck granted to them in 2010 by Purbeck District Council. The parade coincided with the centenary of the Armour Centre and preceded Armed Forces Day. The Household Cavalry Band led the procession through the centre of Wareham and came to a halt outside the town hall. After a general salute, Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset, chairman of Purbeck District Council and Commander of the Armour Centre were invited to inspect the soldiers and the Old Boys of the Junior Leaders’ Regiment.

County Council takes steps to protect Dorset’s pollinators The county council’s cabinet has approved a set of principles aimed at minimising harm to important pollinating species and enhancing their natural habitats. These principles will be adhered to in the maintenance of highway verges and hedgerows, the council’s county farms estate and country parks, stopping the use of harmful insecticides called neonicotinoids, and planting more pollinator-friendly plants.

The 2013 UK State of

Nature Report showed that more than half of the bee, butterfly and moth species studied had drastically reduced in the last 50 years.

Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are particularly important to Dorset’s natural environment and economy, as the county possesses a large farming sector and an abundance of landscapes boasting diverse wildlife. The value of pollinators in the UK economy has been estimated at more than £400 million a year.

Butterfly at Durdle door © Mark Simons

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Phoebe, the White Rabbit with Jessica ‘big’ Alice waiting to go into the ring

In costumes and ready to get in the saddle: L-R James, Tom, Emily, Marcus

Shya Beaman played ‘little’ Alice and the dormouse

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Green Cottage RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) celebrated the Queen’s 90th birthday on 7 July with Alice in Wonderland on horseback.

Children from the riding group dressed as characters from the well-known book by Lewis Carroll and enthralled parents and carers as the story unfolded. Some took on two roles and managed a quick costume change before getting back on their pony to act out the next part.

Previous RDA helpers were also invited to see the show. Christine and Roy Andrews

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(both aged 72) used to help at Green Cottage RDA back in the 1980s. Christine first got involved when her daughter went to playgroup. “I volunteered for about 10 years.

It was so rewarding,” she said. “Coming along to watch the children in the pageant has been wonderful. The children get so much out of riding horses.”

Green Cottage RDA, based at Three Legged Cross near Verwood, provides therapy and enjoyment to children with learning and/or physical difficulties.To find out more, visit www.greencottagerda.org.uk

Former chairman of Dorset County Council dies

Reduction in mobile library service Following a consultation with library users, and local town and parish councils, Dorset County Council’s Cabinet has voted to maintain one home mobile library service van and withdraw three others. Full details of the report can be found at www.dorsetforyou.com/committees/county.

Cllr John Wilson, the former chairman of Dorset County Council, has died aged 74 He was first elected to the county council in 2001 as a Conservative member for the Ferndown division.

John became vice-chairman in 2005 and chairman in 2009.

In April, he stood down as chairman for health reasons, but remained a county councillor.

Debbie Ward, chief executive of the county council, paid tribute saying, “News of John’s death has been received with great sadness across the county as well as within the county council. He was a highly respected and valued councillor, and in his role as chairman, was able to use all his qualities and knowledge in his commitment to public service and Dorset.”

He had served in a number of committee roles, including chairman of the Corporate Services Overview/Policy Development Committee between 2003 and 2007, as well as being the council’s member champion for freedom of information and corporate sustainability.

As well as a county councillor, he had been a member of East Dorset District Council for Parley since 2011, was previously a Ferndown town councillor, and was also a member of the Dorset Fire Authority, subsequently the Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service Authority, until standing down in April.

He was an active member of the Lions Club, for which he did much local charity work, and a governor of Ferndown Upper School since 2007.

Debbie Ward added, “His work ethic was a model for us all and the joy he took in his role, with the tireless support of his wife Lesley, was never taken for granted. John will be much missed and my thoughts are with Lesley and his family.”

John’s funeral took place on Wednesday 6 July. He leaves behind his wife Lesley and their daughter Dianne.

Are you an entrepreneur?

The hunt is on for Dorset’s leading entrepreneur for 2016.

The award forms part of this year’s Dorset Business Awards organised by Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It recognises an individual or team based in Dorset that shows exceptional entrepreneurial vision and a clear plan to achieve sustained growth in the future.

The awards are free to enter and the deadline is Friday 9 September. Visit www.dorsetbusinessawards.co.uk.

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Have your say on

Poole’s transport services People in Poole are being asked to give their opinions on all aspects of local highway and transport services in the borough.

Views on the condition of roads and footways, to the quality of local bus services in Poole will soon be compared with others across England, thanks to the National Highways and Transport Public Satisfaction survey.

Borough of Poole is one of 106 local authorities to sign up to a standardised survey that will ask members of the public exactly the same questions, whether they live in Poole, London or Portsmouth.

The survey enables local authorities to compare results, share in best practice and identify opportunities to work together in the future.

The questionnaire has

been sent to a minimum random sample of 3,300 Poole residents with local and national results expected to be published in midOctober 2016. Residents who receive a copy are being urged to take part so the council can find out what people think about these important services. This will allow Borough of Poole to assess how it is performing and which services to prioritise and to improve.

Residents who receive a copy of the questionnaire will have the opportunity to complete the survey online if they prefer.

Abseil raises over

£5,000

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s disability charity’s annual abseil challenge at the Hardy Monument in Dorchester raised £5,346 to help provide vital support to children and adults with disabilities across the county.

Sharon Wells, events fundraiser for the Dorset disability charity, said: “Participants got a huge buzz from the excitement of their descent and the achievement of completing the challenge.”

To find out more about the charity’s exciting and challenging events, call Sharon Wells on 01202 718266 or visit www.diverseabilities.org.uk/events

Olympic hopefuls beware If you are looking at last minute tickets for The Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro beware of unauthorised sellers or ticket touts.

Police warn that not only are the tickets advertised at inflated prices, but there is also a risk that the tickets purchased are counterfeit or do not exist. Any individual with a counterfeit ticket will be refused entry.

To help protect yourself, the list of authorised sellers has been published on the

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official website and provides a list of trusted resellers; this can be found at www.rio2016. com. Equally, tickets purchased that are no longer needed can be sold through the Rio 2016 website for a 100% reimbursement of the amount paid if the tickets are resold.

If you have been affected by scams when buying any tickets, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040, or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk

Celebrating 175 years of the Dorset County Show

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rganisers at the Dorset County Show want to showcase the show’s history as part of its 175th birthday celebrations at next month’s two-day event.

They are asking people to search their attics and drawers for any trophies, posters, show guides or other memorabilia.

Alastair Cowen, Dorset County Show’s deputy president, urged people to delve deep into their past and uncover materials connected to the Show.

“It would be marvellous to mark our anniversary with this temporary exhibition at the showground during the show,” he said.

The Dorchester Agricultural Society, which runs the show, is the oldest in the county. The first show took place in 1840 in Exhibition Field, Kingston Maurward, not far from the current showground.

Agriculture was very important in Dorset, and around this time over 300 people in the county town worked in farming. Competition from the northern mills amid the start of the Industrial Revolution was still only a threat for the county.

As the years went by, the show moved from a half-day event on Thursday afternoon to a one-day and then more recently to a weekend show. As Weymouth Avenue developed, the show moved to Came Farm under the watchful eye of Major Martin.

Show secretary Richard Cuzens said there were a number of activities and classes at the show linking to the anniversary. The Dorset Watercress Company, the county’s local supplier of this traditional super food, are building a feature in the Floral Pavilion of watercress beds. The Homecraft section has a 175-year anniversary collage class, where entrants can make a decorated design of the numbers ‘175’.

People wishing to contribute to the exhibition should contact the show secretary at Agriculture House, Acland Road, Dorchester. DT1 1EF or telephone (01305 264249) or email secretary@dorsetcountyshow.co.uk

£100m investment planned for BU Proposals for £100m worth of landmark developments to create further world-class facilities at Bournemouth University are currently under way.

Planning applications for striking gateway buildings at BU’s Lansdowne and Talbot sites have been lodged with Bournemouth and Poole’s councils following public consultation earlier this year.

The schemes, which are set to bring significant investment into Bournemouth and Poole, will include state-of-the-art facilities for BU’s highly regarded faculties of media and communication, management, science and technology, and health and social sciences (HSS).

A hybrid planning application to develop a landmark Poole Gateway Building and new transport infrastructure at Talbot has been submitted to the Borough of Poole.

The transport scheme includes a new link road off the Boundary roundabout, a bus hub on campus and a car park extension.

Lansdowne’s scheme aims to bring HSS under one roof, with modern facilities in a new Bournemouth Gateway Building, situated off the A338 St Paul’s roundabout.

Professor John Vinney, BU vice-chancellor, said: “These new developments will help us achieve our vision of providing world-class facilities for a world-class university so that we can continue to develop global talent.

“If we are to continue producing Oscar-winning graduates, designers, engineers and the midwives, nurses and social workers of the future, then we need the facilities to attract the best.”

If approved, construction is scheduled to begin in 2017 for both sites, with buildings opening in September 2019.

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West Moors great-grandfather celebrates

100th birthday Champagne celebrations were the order of the day when Desmond Whiting became a centenarian.

The former air traffic controller and long-standing lay preacher celebrated his 100th birthday at the Dorset care home where he has lived for the past five years.

Great-grandfather Desmond has held a Church of England licence to lead worship for nearly 80 years and still gives Sunday Bible readings at Colten Care’s Brook View home in West Moors.

Residents and staff there joined friends and family, including Desmond’s son Jonathan and daughter-in-law Marianne, for a party with champagne, homemade birthday cake and greeting card from the Queen. Gifts were sent from Desmond’s daughter Hilary, who lives in the United States.

The son of an ordained minister and brought up in Birmingham, Desmond retired to Ferndown in the 1970s. He had initially worked in sales for a wholesale grocery business before his wartime RAF service led to a career in civilian air traffic control. He worked at various airports and flight control centres including Gatwick, Swanwick, Northolt and West Drayton.

Desmond and his wife Ella celebrated

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Desmond celebrates his 100th birthday with Colten Care team members Helga Staines, left, and Christine Dunscombe

their 70th wedding anniversary shortly before she died and he moved into Brook View.

Asked for his secret of longevity, Desmond said: “Live a normal life and work hard. You might have stress at times but try to recognise that each stage of your life has its attractions.

I’ve always tried to live a Christian life and I’ve enjoyed it. I can’t believe I am 100!”

Activities organiser Christine Dunscombe said: “Desmond is popular with everyone at Brook View. We all appreciate his readings from scripture at our services and it was a joy and privilege to help him celebrate his 100th birthday.”

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in with pets

Facing New Challenges

Waggy Tails: Teddy and Nellie are ready to retire

Animal Health and Welfare Officers have to be prepared for unexpected events and changes in their work, sometimes at a moment’s notice 2001 springs to mind – with the outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease our jobs totally changed overnight.

All of a sudden, farms were offlimits, even to us, unless there was an emergency. Only one dedicated officer was retained for visiting the cattle market. Our work became high profile – farmers relied on us to issue them with movement licences, in order to send livestock anywhere.

But most of that has now largely been forgotten.

Over the last few years, local authorities have suffered major cuts, which in general have greatly reduced animal health teams nationwide. To many of us this is a real concern; if another disease were to break out, would we be able to manage?

Somehow, we would have to.

Here in Dorset, our Trading Standards service has had the foresight to maintain our small, dedicated animal health team. At present, we are able to generate additional funding from the Food Standards Agency to undertake feed hygiene controls, both on farms and any other business within the feed chain such as mills. It is complicated

These oldies require retirement homes! If you would like to give Teddy the Jack Russell or Nellie the red setter some love as they continue into old age, contact Waggy Tails Rescue, the local animal charity by visiting www.waggytails. org.uk or telephone 01202 875000.

work but it does mean that, for now, we are able to continue our important role.

Each officer has to have an understanding of the purpose of feed hygiene requirements, which includes the storage and mixing of feed on farms, to ensure the feed is safe for livestock, and thereafter, the food chain. We also inspect the medicine records and cleanliness of the livestock, ensuring appropriately clean accommodation and access to a clean water supply. We also verify the labelling, marketing and use of feed – particularly those provisions relating to banned substances in feed.

We all want to have confidence in the food we buy and hopefully our work goes some way to help ensure this.

Karen and Christine Animal Health (Dorset) For further information, please contact 01305 224475, or visit the website Dorsetforyou.com and follow the links to Trading Standards, Animal Health pages.

ASK THE VET Q: There are so many ticks around.

Are these dangerous to my dog and should I just pick them off?

A: Ticks are truly revolting creatures, aren’t they?

Yes, there is a risk that they could be dangerous to you and your dog. Ticks have the potential to spread diseases such as Lyme disease, which can cause signs such as fever and joint pain in dogs.

This can be treated with antibiotics. However, Lyme disease can be significantly more serious in humans.

When ticks bite, their mouthparts lock into the skin. It’s important that they Don’t forget to email Jade are removed properly without leaving the your questions to be chosen mouthparts behind, as this is likely to cause a for the September issue: greater reaction in the skin, with the potential hello@hillsidevets.co.uk for infection. Never just try to pick them off.

There are some simple tick removers available to buy that ensure that no mouthparts are left. I always have one with me when we’re out. These can be used safely on dogs and humans.

In order to transmit disease, ticks need to take a blood meal. Only then will the infectious agents travel down the mouthparts into the dog. This typically takes 24 hours - so as long as a tick is removed or killed before then, transmission risk is low. I always recommend using a prescription product that kills ticks rapidly – my favourite is a single tablet that works brilliantly for three months. There are other good treatments available and your vet will be able to give you advice tailored specifically to your dog.

Babessia is a blood parasite which can cause profound anaemia and death.

Until recently, it was only spread by ticks on the continent but now there are ticks in this country that have spread the disease, sadly causing death in two dogs.

I think tick prevention is now more important than ever, so a good question this month.

Email your pet related questions to hello@hillsidevets.co.uk Jade Douglas BVMS GPCert (Ophthal) MRCVS

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Wimborne Militia’s Alex Compiani and his daughter 17 month old Harriet with Mike Trevar then from Ancient Wessex Networks recreating the Bronze Age

English Civil War Society’s Lord Hopton’s Regiment of Foote

WIMBORNE brought to life IN HISTORY The peace and quiet of a sunny summer weekend in Wimborne was disturbed by the sounds of gunfire, Vikings fighting to the ‘death’ and Roundheads and Cavaliers battling it out to the delight of visitors of all ages.

Wimborne History Festival, held in

the town and at Lake Gates, attracted re-enactment groups that put on displays and activities so festival goers could experience their way of life. From the Iron Age to Romans, and Vikings to the English Civil War, there was plenty to fascinate visitors.

Other community projects brought history alive in Wimborne including at the Priest’s House Museum.

Photos by Liz Turner

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Wimborne remembers soldiers lost at the Somme First World War soldiers from Wimborne who fell at the Battle of the Somme were remembered at the 100th anniversary commemorative service at the Thiepval monument in France. The monument records the names of the 72,000 men who fought there but were never found.

Town Mayor’s Serjant and Crier of Wimborne Chris Brown and his wife Anne were at the service, and on behalf of the town, Chris laid a wreath at the memorial.

Chris said: “This was a very impressive and well organised commemoration jointly managed by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and the French Republic and was an extremely moving experience.

“I have since had the opportunity to see the BBC TV broadcast since our return and they certainly did it justice.”

Chris and Anne also located the graves of Wimborne soldiers in the area and left a message that ‘Wimborne Remembers Them’.

A service was held on the Minster Green in memory of those missing and those who died at the Somme. The Mayor, Cllr Mrs Sue Cook, led the floral tributes, followed by many others. The service concluded with the names of Wimborne’s missing men being read out by representatives of the Royal British Legion.

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Chris Brown

Stitch in time for tapestry Wimborne Millennium Tapestry is now back on display in the Allendale Centre.

It was originally unveiled by the Duchess of Gloucester, but the passing of time meant that the 105 tapestry squares depicting businesses, clubs and associations had deteriorated.

Now after 18 months of hard work from nimble figures, the tapestry has been restored and is hanging in the newly decorated foyer of the town centre community building.

The cost of the work was met by Wimborne BID, Waitrose and some of the clubs depicted, with the project led by Jenny Rideout and Jill Whitfield.

The 8ft x 4ft tapestry has also been reframed and was unveiled by the Mayor, Cllr Mrs Sue Cook.

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Friendly logo competition

Martin Brown in his studio

If you’re 11 years old or under, you can enter a competition to design a logo for Wimborne Library Friends.

The winner will have the fantastic opportunity to work with local artist Martin Brown, illustrator of Horrible Histories, to create the official badge of the friends. All entries will be on display in the library. So get your creative juices flowing and start designing. Entry forms are available at Wimborne Library. The closing date is 31 August 2016.

Awards nurture blooming talent Wimborne in Bloom art and poetry competitions, which took the theme of ‘Wimborne – a Minster Town’, celebrated a bumper year with entries reaching an exceptionally high standard.

There was once again a positive response from local schools, to the delight of organisers.

The children’s art competition attracted 450 entries from pupils from reception class up to year 11, and was judged by the mayor, Councillor Mrs Sue Cook, The adult art competition attracted a wide variety of interpretations of the theme, using a range of media.

The poetry competitions again attracted some very creative and entertaining entries.

Awards will be presented at the Wimborne in Bloom prize giving, at Allenbourn Middle School, on Saturday 17 September, which will include presentations for the Wimborne in Bloom annual gardens competition.

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BEER flows from EIGHT ARCH

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ight Arch Brewing Co is an award-winning brewery in Wimborne Minster, named after the eight arches of nearby landmark Julian’s Bridge. Brewery owner Steve Farrell has returned beer brewing to the market town after almost 80 years.

Using the finest malt, hops and yeast in their five-barrel brewery, they craft high-standard modern beers with unforgettable flavour. With five core beers on offer, from the light and hoppy Parabolic (winner of ‘Beer of Festival’ at the 2016 CAMRA Dorchester Beerex) to the dark and roasty Quarterjack, there is something for everyone. Limited edition and seasonal beers are also available, which allows Steve to create interesting new styles. Eight Arch’s India pale ale Corbel also won gold at the SIBA South West Competition

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in April, and will now progress to the national competition in March 2017.

Corbel will also be at this year’s CAMRA Great British Beer Festival.

On top of Eight Arch’s awardwinning tastiness, the Wimborne brewery boasts an impressive onsite taproom, open every Friday from 4-8pm, where you can enjoy beer fresh from the brewery, accompanied by smoking hot street food from Eight Arch’s foodie friends Flaming Peaches. You can also take beer home in bottle form, in 5, 10 or 20-litre quantities, or a whopping 72-pint firkin – perfect for parties and entertaining.

A place of passion and inspired alcoholic creation, visit Eight Arch Brewing Co on Stone Lane, Wimborne, to immerse yourself in hoppy heaven and quench your thirst for award-winning local beer.

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Stone Lane

Stone Lane Industrial Estate is a hidden gem in Dorset’s historic market town.

From Toad Hall Country Vintage, featuring retro and vintage items, and a cosy tearoom, to the award-winning Eight Arch Brewing Co, brewing outstanding local beers and ale – and many more establishments that are sure to catch your eye – Stone Lane is a secret den, waiting to be discovered by the savvy shopper.

The Industrial Estate is well-signposted, and can be accessed either from the end of Blandford Road, where the road forks left onto Stone Lane (and right to St Margaret’s Hill) - proceed down Stone Lane and take the first left - or from the B3078, by continuing past School Lane and Blind Lane on the left, and taking the third left at the traffic lights signposted Stone Lane. From there proceed up Stone Lane and take the second right.

If this has sparked your curiosity, why not find out for yourself what Stone Lane’s plethora of retail businesses have to offer, and head on over soon.

SORRELS Caterers

is a family-run business in Wimborne. Proprietors Steve and Sandra Bond have over 50 years of catering experience between them, acquired through working in several top-quality catering venues.

Available for a wide variety of functions, Sorrels offers everything from a simple buffet sandwich lunch through to large canapé receptions and dinners, with a wide range of menu options available.

WOW LADIES pride

themselves on their friendliness and approachability, and commitment to helping women of all ages and abilities get fit. Obesity is shortening lives and diminishing quality of life. Ladies, prevent this with at least three 30-minute sessions at WOW per week. Trainers are here to help empower women.

Enjoy Pay-As-You-Go membership, and a huge variety of classes. Come and discover Wimborne’s best-kept secret.

T: 01202 929630 E: wowladiesfitness@outlook.com www.wowladiesfitness.co.uk.

TOAD HALL COUNTRY VINTAGE, located in Unit 1 on Stone

Lane Industrial Estate, Wimborne, has been open for two years and is going from strength to strength! With 50+ traders, a cosy tea room and free parking, it’s guaranteed shopping heaven. Come and see for yourself why everyone’s talking about Toad Hall!

They stock vintage, retro, quirky, handcrafted and country goods. From furniture, clothing, jewellery and gifts, to books, music, art, collectables, and lots more, there’s something for everyone! Treat yourself to delicious delights in the Riverbank Tea Room.

Open every day, Monday to Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4.

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Ground control to Action Man Disappointed students from Queen Elizabeth’s School Wimborne had to abort their mission to launch Action Man into space.

They have been involved in ‘Project Edge of Space’, a STEM project to send intrepid spaceman Action Man to the edge of space using a high altitude balloon.

He was due to launch on Saturday 16 July from Wareham with students taking HD video footage and pictures of the ascent and descent. However with the wind in the wrong direction, in true NASA style the countdown was halted and has been rescheduled for 3 September.

Many of the integral components, such as the base antennae, the balloon filler assembly and the Action Man payload were built by the students. It was feared Action Man would have ‘splash

downed’ in the sea, meaning all the electronic equipment would have been lost.

So the countdown has started for September with the launch planned for Shaftesbury – a little more inland.

The funding came from the projects sponsor, Intrepid Security, which has allowed the students to have access to the resources they need to get the project working.

For the latest details go to www. projecteos.co.uk

ANIMAL ANTICS

Honeybrook Farm near Wimborne is holding its own event this summer to coincide with the games in Rio. ‘Animal Olympics’ are being held every day from 8-21 August so visitors can cheer on their favourites in the sheep, pig and duck racing or be amazed by the goat agility. There may be a potential Laura Trott in the farm!

Wild Skills courses are also being help on Wednesdays and a Forest School on Fridays.

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‘Carer’s passport’ gives extra support to people with dementia A new scheme allowing carers to spend more time alongside loved ones with dementia is being trialled in three of Dorset’s community hospitals.

Dorset HealthCare is introducing a ‘carer’s passport’ system, giving people hospital access outside of regular visiting hours and providing vital support to patients with dementia or memory problems caused by brain injuries and strokes.

The idea will be piloted at St Leonards Community Hospital, Weymouth Community Hospital and Portland Community Hospital over the next three months. If successful, it will be implemented at community hospitals across the county.

Helen Hutchings, carers’ co-ordinator for Dorset HealthCare, said: “We recognise that people with memory or recognition problems can find hospitals a particularly frightening and disorienting place.

“Having the presence and support of their regular carer can make a big difference, and help us to provide the best possible care.

We want to make carers feel welcome, and the new passport is something simple which could have a big impact.”

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them to stay beyond regular visiting hours – providing reassurance and additional help for the person they are caring for.

The trial in Dorset has been warmly welcomed by Sid Wheeler from Walkford, near Christchurch, who helped care for his late father Alan during 2015.

“My Dad had substantial needs as a result of Lewy Body Dementia, which resulted in several admissions to Dorset’s general and rehab hospitals,” said Sid. “Hospital staff don’t always have the time or resources to give dementia patients the reassurance they need, and so feelings of disorientation or abandonment can escalate.

“Allowing relatives and carers open access hopefully goes a long way to alleviate such distress, and helps NHS staff as well.

It’s fantastic that carers’ passports are to be trialled by Dorset HealthCare. It all helps spread much needed awareness and wider conversations about the impact of dementia.”

For more information, email carersupport@dhuft.nhs.uk

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Since we started working closely with Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust we have seen the Trust continue to work hard to address the financial and operational challenges it faces.

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There is good news for patients and staff following the closure of an investigation into the finances and operational performance of the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The NHS Improvement organisation, formerly Monitor and the NHS Trust Development Authority, announced the closure of its investigation on Tuesday 5 July.

The announcement followed an NHS Improvement meeting when attendees agreed the Trust’s governance and finance plans to be robust.

Claudia Griffith, regional director at NHS Improvement, said: “Since we started working closely with Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we have seen the Trust continue to work hard to address the financial and operational challenges it faces.

“We will be closing our investigation without taking any further action.

“This is good news for patients and staff and we look forward to working with the Trust to make sure it has the right support in place to continue to make positive changes.”

Trust chief executive, Tony Spotswood, said: “We are delighted that NHS Improvement has concluded its investigation with such positive results, and that the organisation is confident in our Trust’s ability to provide high quality patient care while being mindful of finances and service sustainability.”

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RBCH, or to become a member of the Trust and have your say on the future of its policies and services, please visit www.rbch.nhs.uk.

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Headscarves donated for dignity of cancer patients Rosemary Brown of Faith Links, left, Jacqueline Taylor of RBCH, centre, and Lynda Ford-Horne of Faith Links, celebrate the arrival of the scarves

Two bags full of headscarves for cancer patients were donated to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH)

by Faith Links, an interfaith organisation operating in Bournemouth and Poole.

The colourful scarves will be given to the hospital’s female cancer patients who have experienced hair loss due to treatments such as chemo and radiotherapy. It is hoped the headscarves will support patients during a difficult time, helping to boost their self-esteem, which they can suffer when hair loss occurs.

Jacqueline Taylor, RBH voluntary services officer, said: “We’re so grateful for the amazing donation from Faith Links.

She added: “Being able to provide assistance to our patients in this way is fantastic and really supports holistic care.”

The scarves were collected as part of ‘Mitzvah day’. Mitzvah means ‘small kindness’ in Hebrew, and a special day dedicated to performing acts of Mitzvah occurs every year. It is a day that calls for the donation of resource rather than money,

and many in the Jewish community dedicate their time to charity, or perform small deeds that make a difference in their local areas.

Lynda Ford-Horne, Chair of Faith Links, said: “Faith Links brings people of different religions together to discuss issues that affect all our lives, and to find ways of working together for positive outcomes. We were delighted to be able to donate the scarves, as cancer affects people of all religions and none, and what is really important is pulling together to help each other.”

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MARKET SET TO MOVE TO PENNY’S WALK Ferndown people should see their Friday market move off the high street in the next few weeks following Tesco Stores Ltd reopening negotiations with Southern Market Traders to move the stalls into Penny’s Walk.

When the market came to Ferndown earlier this year, it had been planned to take place in Penny’s Walk, but discussions became protracted and paperwork wasn’t finalised in time.

Mark Britton, the Southern Area Estate Manager for Tesco Ltd, which leases part of Penny’s Walk, told 4Dorset, “We are supportive of a market in Ferndown.”

He added that Tesco has offered to waive some of its costs in the matter and explained that negotiations would have to be referred to the superior landlord for a decision.

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Furies with Mark Dent (coach) on left and Lions Derek Smith and Godwin Micallef (in red)

Lions support Ferndown Furies Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club has funded two new sports wheelchairs for the Ferndown Furies wheelchair basketball club based at Ferndown Leisure Centre on Friday evenings.

Ferndown loves literature at FERNDOWN CULTURE WEEK

By Jasmine Watkiss

Ferndown Library’s free ‘coffee morning plus’ event on Tuesday 12 July featured local authors Carol Rivers and David Hough, and poet John Seymour as part of Ferndown Culture Week 2016, which took place from 10 to 16 July. The week aimed to make local performing and visual arts accessible to the Ferndown community.

The three writers spoke to the audience about their work, inspiration and the creative processes involved in writing, while listeners enjoyed coffee and homemade cake.

David Hough, from Ferndown, became a writer after he retired in 2003, and has written an astounding 30 books since then, inspired by his 40 years working as an air traffic controller. His latest books, Prestwick and Heathrow, are aviation thrillers. Drawing on his life experiences when writing plots, he advised that the key to an authentic story is to ‘write about what you know’.

Poet John Seymour, an advocate for the constraints of rhyme and metre, delighted the audience with his story-like and amusing poems. He commented that generating one’s own voice is a universal desire, and recommended giving poetry a go. He draws primarily on his military background, and the themes of love and war in the writing of his poetry.

Carol Rivers –writer of gritty East-End sagas – expressed her gratitude to Ferndown Library for hosting the event, and spoke of her love for libraries, which she frequented as a child. Her historical novels are based on her own ‘East Enders’ family. She has written 15 books or so, producing roughly one a year, and her latest book A Promise Between Friends is available to buy now.

Ferndown Culture Week included local comedy

(L-R) John Seymour, Carol Rivers and David Hough

legend Piano Man Matt Black, and Sensu’elle and her Burlesque Belles. Cllr Steve Lugg crowned the festival by daringly abseiling down the tower of St Mary’s Church for charity along with other thrill seekers.

Money raised during Culture Week went to the Ferndown Community Association.

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U3A offers over 80 classes Ferndown U3A, the voluntary organisation for retired and semi-retired people to learn new skills, held a successful open day at the Barrington Centre recently, with tutors available to discuss the classes on offer. There are over 80 to choose from, ranging from arts and crafts, languages and many more. Brochures for classes commencing in September are available from the libraries in Ferndown and West Moors.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at M&S Foodhall, Ferndown, with Mayor of Ferndown Cllr Mike Parkes and M&S employees

A Dorset Rotary Club puts pedal power to the test and raises £2,500 in the process

M&S FOODHALL opens in Ferndown

The new Marks & Spencer Foodhall opened its doors on Wednesday 6 July. Local residents were invited to attend a ribboncutting ceremony at 10am on the day, with the Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Mike Parkes, and M&S employees.

The opening of the Foodhall – constructed using recycled materials – brings with it nearly 50 new jobs to the area, and the team will be working with local charity Hope for Food. The charity provides basic essentials to people who, through no fault of their own, find themselves without the everyday items that most of us take for granted.

The store is located at 296 Ringwood Road and is open 8am–8pm Monday to Saturday and 10am–4pm on Sundays.

Parley Rotary’s pedal power Parley Rotary Club put pedal power to the test over the Father’s Day weekend and raised more than £2,500.

The money has been shared between Prostate Cancer UK and the Dorset-based Prostate Cancer Support Organisation, which provides free prostate cancer screening services for men across the county. Prostate cancer strikes one in eight men and kills 30 men in the UK every day.

The plucky volunteers took to the saddle of two static bikes and managed to complete two laps of a round trip of 67 miles - the distance between AFC Bournemouth and the Saints’ St Mary’s stadium in Southampton.

Speaking of the achievement, Parley Rotarian and event organiser Paul Reade said, “To cover 134 miles is quite an achievement; to raise £2,500 in the process is fantastic.”

Coppers move to New president for PENNY’S WALK Ferndown Inner Wheel Following closure of Dorset Police Divisional HQ on the outskirts of Ferndown, which is currently up for sale and could be yours for £6m, you will soon be able to find your local Neighbourhood Policing Team at more convenient offices located within the Barrington Centre at Penny’s Walk.

At the club meeting on 27 June, Sue Sismey handed over the role of president of Ferndown Inner Wheel to Jenny Lewis.

Hope Rhodes, a founder member in 1977, is leaving the club as she is moving. Bidding her a fond farewell, members thanked Hope for her friendship and valued contribution.

During the year, the club raised £2,250 through events and collections. This has been distributed to international and national charities, including several based locally, such as Ringwood Food Bank, The Heal Project, Honeypot House, Portfield School and the Dolphin Trust. Donations were made to flood relief and the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Members helped with a holiday for those in need of a break.

Ferndown First School takes 1st prize with their garden

Ferndown in Bloom 2016 – Schools competition Alasdair Urquart from Haskins judged this year’s Ferndown in Bloom Schools Competition, and awarded top prize to Ferndown First School, which received a £100 Haskins gift card, second prize went to St Mary’s First, West Moors, and third prize to Parley First. The winning school gave a short presentation, showing the amount of research that had gone into designing the garden. The three winning gardens were all of a very high standard. The Ferndown in Bloom committee will award the other two schools each with a £25 Haskins gift card. All the schools that participated are invited to the presentation evening in October.

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UPPER a school that cares FERNDOWN UPPER SCHOOL HEADTEACHER PHILIP JONES IS DELIGHTED WITH THE SCHOOL’S RECENT OFSTED REPORT He states that the report is testament to all of the hard work that has been put in by the school’s students, teachers and staff.

“We know we are a school that cares, where there is excellent behaviour and excellent progress but it is very pleasing to have an Ofsted come and visit us to confirm this,” said Philip Jones.

“In fact 2015–16 has been a dream year for the school.

“Firstly, we received an excellent set of exam results.

Results have always been very close between the three upper schools in East Dorset, so for Ferndown to be top of the table for 6th form results, as well as English and Maths GCSE progress, was a great achievement.

“Secondly, our sports teams have also performed extremely well, with the highlights being East Dorset badminton and volleyball champions, as well as our Y11 rugby team remaining undefeated all year. And then to top the year off with an extremely positive Ofsted is just the perfect end.”

Some of the key quotes from the Ofsted report are listed below “pupil behaviour is delightful” “pupils feel extremely safe” “the school leads with ambition, vision and an uncompromising drive in the pursuit of excellence” “pupils have high aspirations” “progress over time is rapid” “teachers have the highest expectations” “there is a tangible, caring ethos around the school that is obvious to any visitor” “the school is a very calm, welcoming and pleasant place to learn” “relationships between pupils and teachers are a real strength” “pupils want to learn” “teachers… engage and enthuse pupils” Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Barrington Theatre

30 years celebrates

of serving the community

When she opened the Barrington Centre in July 1986, Princess Margaret was shown round with a cream horn in one hand and a cup in the other. Not quite the formality you’d expect from a royal visitor but perhaps her relaxed mood sums up why the building has been so successful.

The Barrington epitomises everything that a community centre

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should be.

Open to all from celebrities to local singers, from toddlers to ballroom dancers, the centre is now also home to the town council and is a base for the police. No airs and graces, just somewhere where everyone can feel at home and enjoy their leisure time.

And amazingly, after 30 years, some of the original members of Ferndown Community Centre are

still active in running and using the facility.

Terry Holbert was the vice chairman of the steering committee in 1986 and will become the president of the general management committee next month. She won East Dorset District Council’s Community Champion Award this year for her commitment to the Barrington.

She fondly remembers the day Princess Margaret opened the building.

“There were marksmen on the roof of Tesco and she flew in by helicopter. We waited outside to be presented to her and she was charming. We all liked her and she talked to everyone and found out all about the clubs meeting there.”

The Barrington was a lot smaller then but still boasted the theatre, meeting rooms, bar and café.

The centre has changed with the times, with an extension built in August 1996, adding a studio, conference room and meeting space, and is now known as the Barrington Theatre.

Some of the clubs have been at the Barrington since the start including Penny’s Patches, ballroom dancing, the art society, stamp club and Ferndown Drama Group.

Brass band and organ concerts were popular and local stage schools also tread the boards. Ferndown Phoenix Musical Society was formed when the centre opened and is also celebrating its 30th anniversary with a production of Oliver! next month.

The Bachelors were the act that everyone wanted back in 1989, and they appeared several times, regularly

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It’s all a far cry from the bands that appear today. Tribute bands are popular and big names still want to come. The Jam smashed records recently selling out the theatre. Des O’Connor, The Three Degrees and children’s show are booked over the next few months. Brass bands are still regulars.

The Barrington acts as a cinema, a soft play centre, and 31 groups are linked to it covering arts and crafts, fitness and dance. Ferndown Drama Group is still going strong.

Compared with the stalwarts, general manager Andy Bryant is a new boy.

He said: “When I started two years ago, there was 56% occupancy for the centre and now it is 85%. The building is open seven days a week from 6.30am-11pm and there really is something for everyone.”

The Barrington is still run by the Barrington Community Association and is supported financially by East Dorset District Council.

As for the future, Andy said: “I would like to see the centre become independent from the council and to turn it into a true arts centre and contemporary music venue with music for every choice.”

The idea of creating a mezzanine floor in the concert hall is being looked at and the extension can takes the weight of a first floor.

Andy added: “We have a very positive team working here ready to secure the future of the Barrington.”

It seems that these 30 years are just the beginning of the story of the Barrington.

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NEO: GRAND CAFÉ: COCKTAILS: DINING

by Jasmine Watkiss On setting foot into Neo, Bournemouth’s sophisticated new dining establishment on Exeter Road overlooking the seafront, the high calibre of the dining experience on offer was immediately apparent.

Bournemouth’s picturesque seaside was visible through a sweeping glass wall in the dining area, which showcased the hustle and bustle without the accompanying noise. The dining area was airy, spacious and contemporary, with attention to detail on the high quality furniture and fittings, and an attractive skylight, pouring more evening light into the room. Style and space is obviously a priority, with tables spread comfortably well apart.

With a Hendrick’s Gin and tonic in hand, I ordered from the à la carte menu a twicebaked cheddar and spring onion soufflé to start. Our waiter, Dan, was friendly, relaxed and obviously an absolute pro. A beautifully presented soufflé soon arrived and was, in short, delicious. Creamy and bursting with flavour, the cheesy soufflé was rich and yet light, the perfect size to tantalize the taste buds. The salt and pepper squid that my sister Arabella ordered was a similarly tasty dish; the crispy rings of squid were cooked to perfection.

The main course of sautéed corn-fed chicken breast, with wild mushrooms risotto and charred leeks featured impeccably tender and moist chicken with a rich jus, and a generous sprinkling of mushrooms.

For dessert, the prettiest plate of all: chocolate orange torte, with orange jelly, chocolate ganache, and fromage blanc

sorbet, garnished with a purple flower, chocolate straw and a chocolate coin stamped with the restaurant’s name; I “wowed” out loud as it was served. The sliver of chocolate and orange torte was a delight, as was the glistening globe of creamy sorbet, sprinkled with crushed amaretto biscuits. With decadently velvety chocolate and tangy marmalade flavours, this was the perfect end to a delicious meal.

Bournemouth’s new venue, Neo, is a triumph, offering high-quality food served in well-thought-out portion sizes to the discerning diner. I was particularly impressed with the charming and friendly waiters. An elegant and relaxed dining experience, Neo is ideally centrally located, perfect for any occasion, from a pre-show dinner or drinks, a light snack, coffee on the terrace, a meal in the restaurant or a special celebration.

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Christchurch organisations receive cheques from former mayor Councillor Frederick Neale, the Mayor of Christchurch for 2015-16, has presented cheques to local organisations, from funds he raised during his year of office.

In total, he raised £5,440 through a variety of fundraising events and donations. The organisations to benefit are: Age Concern, Christchurch, who received £1,500; The Friends of Christchurch Station, who also received £1,500; and Christchurch Scout groups – 1st Christchurch Town Scouts, Burton Scouts, Jumpers Scouts and Mudeford Sea Scouts each received £615.

Cllr Neale said, “It has been a hard year for charities’ fundraising, so I’m surprised and pleased that I’ve been able to raise so much to go to local Christchurch organisations.

“I’m sure that the amount that each group is receiving will be enough to help them to do something significant.”

Owl the fun for Mudeford care home residents with flying visit by Owl Academy A flying visit by two owls proved a hoot at a Dorset care home.

Residents at Colten Care’s Avon Reach in Mudeford were introduced to Biscuit, a nine-year-old barn owl, and Ollie, a six-month-old British tawny owl.

They were brought to the home by Mike Savage from the Dorset-based Owl Academy.

The falconer is a frequent visitor to Colten Care homes, where he talks about the birds and encourages residents to hold the owls.

Mike described the experience as unique, saying, “It not only brings entertainment to the less mobile but also allows residents to get up close with these beautiful birds of prey.”

Sally Lawrence, Activity Organiser, said, “Mike went to a huge amount of trouble and it’s fair to say our residents were fascinated by the birds. They were still talking about it days after the event.

“One resident who was fearful of owls and wouldn’t even come in the room ended up with one of them on her arm. It was quite amazing to watch.”

Fisherman ordered to pay back over £100,000 A fisherman has been ordered to pay more than £100,000 he made from fishing illegally in Christchurch Harbour.

Shane Barton, 42, from Plymouth, was handed the Proceeds of Crime Act confiscation order totalling £104,147 at Bournemouth Crown Court on 17 June.

It relates to when he was caught fishing illegally in the harbour back in May 2014.

At that time, Barton’s fishing nets and catch were seized, and he was subsequently charged with possessing criminal property. He appeared before Bournemouth Crown Court on 23 June 2015, pleaded guilty to the offence, and was handed a three-month prison sentence, suspended for 24 months, and a 12-month supervision order.

Barton already had numerous convictions for other fishing offences throughout the South West, and for benefit fraud.

Barton’s current assets were valued at £5,000, and he has been ordered to pay this available sum within three months.

Should he fail to do so, he will serve a three-month prison sentence, after which time the money will still have to be paid.

As with all Proceeds of Crime confiscation orders, the outstanding benefit figure is still owed and the case will be reviewed in the future, as and when Barton acquires further assets.

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Church

Street Christchurch is a quaint and beautiful town, with many visitors every year.

However, some people don’t venture past the roundabout at the end of High Street, and miss out on what can be found on Church Street, the picturesque lane leading to the splendid Christchurch Priory.

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he Historic Quarter of the town – where independent businesses thrive – features restaurants, cafés, a toy shop, and several fantastic fashion and beauty boutiques.

In fact, ladies, the boutiques along Church Street are the perfect place to update your summer wardrobe – treat yourself to a new outfit, handbag, scarf, evening wear and more from the plethora of shops stocking high-end fashion.

Why not satisfy your curiosity and make a trip to Church Street soon – happy shopping!

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Twenty local, national and international charities have been helped by the students who are determined to make a difference to the lives of people less fortunate than them.

The money has been raised through a variety of fundraising activities, ranging from individual student initiatives, proactive group enterprises, through to the school’s largest sponsored event, The Big Walk. This team-building day involves nearly 1,000 students and staff walking 10km together in the New Forest and takes place every three years.

It is not only money that the students donate – every year they provide Christmas shoeboxes of presents for younger children abroad; 601 boxes were donated in 2015.

Year 9 recently donated an enormous bundle of food for the Christchurch Food Bank.

To celebrate staff and students’ achievements, a display showing the total donations to each charity and examples of how the money has been used to benefit others, is now being exhibited in the school.

Communications officer, Linda Devlin said: “Our staff and students feel a huge sense of pride in our charitable accomplishments and feel inspired for future endeavours.

Furthermore, we are enormously appreciative for the unstinting commitment and generosity of our students’ parents, carers and family members who have supported Highcliffe School’s fundraising activities.”

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It’s wonderful that your students have fundraised so much for the families of Julia’s House, over £10,000 will have made a huge difference to the families of the children we support.

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Your support for UNICEF is invaluable and really does change the lives of children in danger, so I’d like to thank the whole school for your support.

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We’d like to say a massive ‘Thank You’ to you all at Highcliffe School for raising £5,564. It’s an amazing amount of money and really does make such a huge difference to our injured soldiers and their families.

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L to R: Mark Yapp, assistant headteacher and charity coordinator, students Georgia Henderson, Theo Glennie, Jude Kitchen, Mark Lovett, Annabel Garner, Dylan Kidd, Eden Stone, Charlie Finn and Deborah Kennedy, assistant headteacher and charity coordinator.

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Highcliffe School’s donations to charity have reached an incredible £50,000 since 2002

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Highcliffe Castle has been awarded a grant of £30,000 from The Pilgrim Trust to help fund the restoration of medieval stained glass and to support the establishment of a stained glass workshop, curator and apprentice for three years.

The grant adds to the recent award of £2.83 million from The Heritage Lottery Fund towards The Phoenix Flies project to restore the East Wing and transform it into a successful heritage and lifelong learning enterprise.

An important part of the project concerns the stained glass which was brought to Highcliffe by Lord Stuart de Rothesay when he owned the Castle.

Ranging from the 12th to 19th centuries in date, the collection of some 100 pieces is mainly French but with outstanding examples from Germany and Switzerland.

The collection will be restored using a stained glass workshop, which will have a viewing gallery allowing the public to see the restoration work taking place.

Students’ £50,000 gift to the world

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Chosen by judges Daniel Byrne (left) and Louis Pulford

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“The standard

of artwork was quite stunning...

“ MAGS4DORSET recently held an art competition inviting three local schools - Ferndown Upper School, Talbot Heath School in Bournemouth and Queen Elizabeth’s School in Wimborne – to participate.

Editor Janine Pulford said, “We were pleased with

the level of interest in our first ever school art competition, which was for a front cover design for 4Dorset, depicting a local landmark.

“The standard of artwork was quite stunning and I know the judges found it difficult to choose between them.

“It was such a successful competition that we hope to run it again next year and open it up to more schools.”

Local artist Daniel Byrne joined MAGS4DORSET’s design director Louis Pulford to carry out the judging on 28 June.

The winner receives

publication on the front cover of 4Dorset, (this issue), online publication on the MAGS4DORSET website and publication on social media, plus a cash prize of £50. The winner’s school art department will receive £100.

2nd - £25 cash. Artwork to be published inside 4Dorset, online and on social media.

3rd - £15 cash. Artwork to be published inside 4Dorset, online and on social media.

Due to the high standard of artwork, the judges also decided to award a merit.

merit RESULTS 1st Hannah Graham, Year 10, QE – Wimborne Minster 2nd Tamara Qaddoura, Year 10, Talbot Heath – Old Harry 3rd Rachel Lam, Year 10, Lower 5 – Durdle Door Merit: Horton Tower by Jenny Stevens, Year 11, QE

MAGS4DORSET’S charity of the year

CHERRY TREE NURSERY

Cherry Tree Nursery is the Bournemouth-based project of the registered charity the Sheltered Work Opportunities Project (SWOP,) which also has a Poole project, Chestnut Nursery.

How you can help Cherry Tree As a small, local charity we are very much part of the community, while at the same time being very dependent on goodwill and support of local people. We only cover half our running costs through the sale of plants.

Sadly, the costs of all the services we provide means that we may never be self-sustaining.

We have around 170 people on our books, and it is the charity part of the project that we ask for your support. Here are some suggestions: 1. Buy your plants at Cherry Tree, and encourage your friends to do the same.

The money you spend goes straight in to the work of the project.

2. Support our plant sales and put up a poster, share our Facebook posts, join our email list for updates. Many people do not know we are open every day.Tell them!

3. Regular donations help us plan ahead, even £2 a month makes a difference.

You will find details on the Donate page

of our website. Let us know if you are eligible for Gift Aid, as that will increase your donation by 25%.

4. Hold a fund-raising event such as a coffee morning, or a bake sale. These small local events help us keep going.

Could you collect some plants from us and hold a lunchtime plant sale where you work?

5. Remember us in your will. Legacies are one of the main sources of funding for many charities.

6. Be aware of mental health issues, and do what you can to counter any discrimination you come across.

Cherry Tree is in itself a community, but it also provides a service for the community and is in turn supported by the community.Thank you for making our work, “caring for people, caring for plants,” possible.

Jessica Davies

Nursery Manager - 01202 593537

Cherry Tree Nursery can be found off New Road Roundabout, Northbourne.

Open 8am to 3.30pm weekdays, 9am to 3pm Saturdays, 10am to 3pm Sundays Donate page: http://www.cherrytreenursery.org.uk/donate-to-the-charity.htm Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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in and around the area

what’s on

this month 25 July–4 September every Friday, 2–4pm

Monster Bounce every Friday. Bounce like crazy on their monster inflatables.

Children must wear socks. Special café deals available during these sessions when you show your Monster Bounce receipt. The Hub, Verwood. Book now to avoid disappointment. Price £4.60, ages 4-12. Call 01202 828740

25 July–4 September every Tuesday, 10–11.30am

Try out this Olympic Sport and learn all the moves and routines to make you a top trampolinist. Socks must be worn. Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre, Wimborne. Spaces limited. Price £5 per session, ages 5-12. Book on 01202 888208

29 July – 18 August 10am–5pm

‘Pushing the Boundaries’, exhibition of paintings, textiles, hats and jewellery at the Hayloft Gallery, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch. Free.

6-7 August 2.30–5.30pm

Fund raising cream teas at The Old School, Sturminster Marshall in aid of WaterAid’s Dorset Support Group.

01202 884176

6 August 8pm

DWT Bat walk led by local expert, Chris Dieck. Meet at White Mill, near Kingston Lacy. Cost £3 (proceeds to the Bat Group). Booking essential. Roy Davies 01258 880699.

7 and 14 August 2–5pm

Open garden, Cottesmore Farm, Newmans Lane, West Moors. Exotic jungle with rare and unusual plants, including over 100 palms, bamboos, bananas and an English cottage garden full of colour. Suitable for disabled and wheelchairs. Home made cakes and tea in aid of Bournemouth Cats Protection.

01202 871939

8 August onwards

Allendale Centre in Wimborne ‘Magic Mondays’ programme of events for families. www.theallendale.org

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Details were correct at the time of going to print but readers are advised to check before attending events

8 August 7.30pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society, ‘Euphorbias and Anemones’ talk

by Martin Young Allendale Centre, Wimborne. 01202 887006

10 August 10.30am–12.15pm

‘Summer Flowers: A Flower Arranging Demonstration’ by June Sawyer and Sue Dumbleton in The Scout Hall, off Station Road, Wimborne, BH21 1QU in support of The Wimborne Stroke Support Group. All welcome, £5 entry for visitors, includes free tea/coffee. Call 01202 884737 for more details.

11-29 August 10am–4.45pm Mon-Sat, 1–5pm Sun

48th Annual Summer Exhibition of Ringwood Art Society. Held at Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW. Free entry, parking and wheelchair access. www.ringwoodartsociety.org

13 August 7.30–9.30am

DWT Bird ringing demonstration at Lytchett Bay. A chance to see wild birds up close, being ringed by experts of the Stour Ringing Group. Booking essential on 01202 692033 or email nhoar@ dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk. Suggested donation £3.

13 August 9am–5.30pm

Ellingham and Ringwood Agricultural Society show, Somerley Park. www.ellinghamshow.co.uk

14 August 8am–12 noon Christchurch Lions car boot sales, Stanpit Recreation Ground, Christchurch. Sellers 7.30am.

0845 833 9826

16 August 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society present concert of popular music by Mark Thompson at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome. £5 payable at door. 01202 895254

18 August 7.30pm

Verwood Trad Jazz Club presents The Pedigree Jazz Band. Music from the 1950s at St Leonards Hotel, Ringwood BH24 2NP. Call Janet 01202 873725 or Geoff 07798 721405

20 August 11am–12 noon

Crab Craft Activity, Fordingbridge library.

01425 657524

20 August 11am–3pm

Family activity day at Fryer Field (located off Bond Avenue) in West Moors.

Activate Coast & Countryside team from Christchurch and East Dorset Councils on hand to give a taste of sport and fitness activities on offer. Classic car and bike show. 07785 451834

25-29 August

Great Dorset Steam Fair at Tarrant Hinton, DT11 8HX. Please note new dates this year. Advance tickets from www.gdsf.co.uk

27 August 1.30pm

West Moors Horticultural Society summer show, West Moors Memorial Hall. 01202 871536

27 August 4pm

Wimborne in Bloom duck race. River Allen, Mill Lane to Rising Sun, East Street. 01202 888703

29 August 12noon–5.30pm Rotary Rustic Fayre, Potterne Park Verwood. Arena events, stalls, classic cars, boot sale and much more.

30 August 10.30am–1pm

Wild Brownsea, Get up close to the amazing wildlife of Brownsea Island with DWT experts. Start at the reserve entrance and make your way to see nesting birds from spectacular hides, spot rare red squirrels and meet some of Brownsea’s amazing sea life. Free event but normal entry charges apply for DWT reserve, National Trust landing fee and boat fares. No need to book but please ring 01202 709445 or email brownsea@ dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk if you have any queries.

31 August 7.30pm

New Forest Jazz Workshop, Godshill Village Hall opposite the Fighting Cocks.

All levels of musicianship are welcome.

For details call Derek Ayling on 01425 650770 or email Hippotrain@btinternet.com

31 August 7.30pm Verwood Keyboard Society presents David Thomas playing a Roland Atelier at Verwood Hub. 01202 822936

3-4 September 8.30am–6pm

Dorset County Show, Dorchester Showground DT2 7SD. £16 entry, under 16 free. dorsetcounty.ticketsrv.co.uk

4 September 11am–4.30pm RSPCA Ashley Heath Fun Dog Show and Craft Fair, Horton Road, near Ringwood, BH24 2ET. Contact Sheila or Gaynor at ashleyheath@rspca.org.uk or 0300 123 0749.

7 September 12.15pm

Ferndown Probus Club meets at Dudsbury Golf Club, Ferndown for lunch followed by talk on ‘Upton House’.

01202 875757

8 September 7.30pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society, ‘Life and Gardens of Paris’ by Martin Catford. CommunityLearning and Resource Centre, 41- 44 King Street.

Wimborne, 01202 887006

10 September 2pm

Ibsley & District Horticultural Society, Ibsley Village Hall. Vegetables, flowers, flower arranging, home produce, children’s sections and photography.

Schedules available from Hyde Garden Shop, Fordingbridge Book Shop, Ringwood Surplus Store, Caxton Decor Fordingbridge and Hockey’s Farm Shop Ibsley. Refreshments. Terry Ings, show secretary 01425 653834.

11 September 8am–12 noon

Christchurch Lions car boot sale, Stanpit Recreation Ground, Christchurch.

Sellers 7.30am.

0845 833 9826

in and around the area

Competition winners Big Little Theatre School, Broadway Showtunes.

Janet Brewer Salisbury.

Answer: Greece.

Rhythm of the Dance at the Regent Centre.

Mike Terry, Northbourne.

Answer: 30 dancers.

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A new theatre experience celebrating two of the world’s greatest songwriters of all time – James Taylor and Carole King – is coming to the Regent in Christchurch.

‘You’ve Got A Friend’ is from the same team that created the smash-hit West End show, ‘The Simon & Garfunkel Story’ and promises to recreate the feel-good factor which made Carole King and James Taylor so popular.

A powerful story of friendship, this musical journey intertwines all the hits, including ‘I Feel the Earth Move’, ‘Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow’, ‘How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved

By You)’, ‘Fire & Rain’, ‘You Make Me Feel (Like A Natural Woman)’ and the beautiful ‘You’ve Got A Friend’.

The Regent and mags4dorset have two tickets to give away to the concert on Friday 9 September at 7.30pm.

To enter this month’s competition, answer this question:

What kind of needlework is the name of one of Carole King’s albums?

Enter at: www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answers on a postcard to You’ve Got A Friend, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 22 August 2016. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd and The Regent Centre are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

Eat Out on Us. £40 vouchers: Pat Fermor, Ferndown, for La Fosse and Liz Slade, Weymouth, for The Merchant of Venice. Answer: The Merchant of Venice, Raffles, Tiien, La Fosse, The Cross Keys, Alice Lisle, Drusilla’s Inn. Last Dance in Havana.

Louise Honeymoon, Ferndown. Answer: Cuba.

Larmer Tree Festival, Jane Martin from Hamworthy. Answer: Jamie Cullum.

On the Ball.

Mrs L Swaffield, Verwood, wins £60 to spend at Forest Sports and Leisure. Answer Portugal.

Marty Wilde.

Joan McKeand, Ferndown. Answer: Reginald Leonard Smith.

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Rotary Rustic Fayre

Photographs are from last year’s event

with mini air show

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lans are well underway for the Rustic Fayre, organised by Verwood Rotary Club.

Established for over 20 years, the event at Potterne Park is one of the most popular family days out in the area, attracting thousands of visitors. With stalls, 250 classic

cars, arena events, falconry displays, terrier racing, beer tent, barbecue, live music, duck race and much more, pop the date in your diary: Bank Holiday Monday, 29 August.

Weather permitting, there will be a fly-past with a Dakota, a Hurricane and a Spitfire – Verwood’s very own mini airshow.

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R E S I A R FUND Organised by Ferndown Rotary Club, the event included two flying displays.

Birds of prey took to the wing in the arena, whilst Wimborne Model Aircraft Club provided hours of aerobatic displays across the lower field.

Other attractions included live music, classic cars, a novelty dog show, magician and stalls.

Club president George Phillips said, “It was great to see so many people

enjoying themselves. I was particularly pleased to have so many schools performing in front of their families and friends. We were able to incorporate the 10k and 5k runs for the first time, as well as lots of favourites from previous years.”

Nearly £2,500 was raised for good causes.

This will be shared between the King George V Trust and local Rotary charities.

The next fete is already booked for 24 June 2017.

TENNIS WITH EDGE - advertising feature -

A PTR qualified tennis coach and motivational speaker based in Bournemouth, Matthew strongly believes the mind is as important to train as the body when it comes to sport.

He has recently rebranded his coaching business and says, “I’m very excited to set up and share Edge tennis with everyone, it is very important to me that players are aware of the mental side of the game and how crucial it is if you want to be successful on the tennis court.

“A bad attitude and the wrong mental preparation is worse than a bad swing. You have to learn to win in your mind first, then go out and do it in your body.”

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Review of Broadway Showtunes:

A veritable talent-fest!

in and around the area

By Jasmine Watkiss Broadway Showtunes by Big Little Theatre School brought a sprinkling of magic to the Pavilion Theatre from 14 – 16 July, featuring more than 150 young performers.

Tunes from Evita opened the epic two-and-a-half hour extravaganza, and the striking impact of the entire cast singing together gave me goose bumps. Although a handful of solo singers occasionally struggled to reach the high notes, and there were sporadic microphone issues, this did not detract from the show’s overall quality.

Featuring songs from Disney’s Hercules, Jekyll & Hyde, and countless other well-loved shows, the cast members maintained their boundless energy throughout. The younger children, performing from

Calamity Jane, Shrek The Musical and more, sang angelically one minute and powerfully the next – I was awestruck by the sound they emitted! I was thrilled to see the joy and enthusiasm on each face. These talented kids plainly love what they’re doing.

The choreography was also outstanding, and performers danced fluidly whilst confidently belting out a tune. The cast moved as one, like a well-oiled machine. On top of that, the live band was incredible, tirelessly making music and dazzling the appreciative audience.

Broadway Showtunes was a thrilling, funny and joyful show. Every performer should be extremely proud of their colossal achievement – they are a force to be reckoned with.

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Squirrels, disappeared!

No squirrels in Broadstone

Following your comment in the mag (July issue). We have also not seen ANY squirrels in our garden this year. OK, we are not looking out the windows all the time but to not see any is most unusual. We have, though, some foxes that appear in the evenings from the bank in the garden below us. I live in Broadstone up on the hill looking over the valley.

Janet Hemsley Broadstone

Your squirrels have moved to Ferndown

I think your missing squirrels are living at Lone Pine Park in Ferndown.

We have dozens of them here, raiding the bird feeding stations, chewing through bird feeders, digging holes in the lawn to bury nuts. They are brazen, intelligent little blighters but that’s the price we pay for living in such a quiet, wooded, nature-enriched place alongside the badgers, foxes and deer that also frequent our gardens.

Jill Ferndown Regarding your missing squirrels from West Moors, I think they’ve moved area. We get a visit from two every day that pinch the birds’ peanuts in our garden here in Ferndown.

Here’s one I caught in the act (pictured).

Also there are a few in the trees around St Mary’s Church.

Lawson Jones Ferndown

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