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4DORSET

July 2015 Volume 12 Issue 12

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4DORSET Hieveryone, Volume 12 • Issue 12 • July 2015

editor Janine Pulford

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assistant editor Liz Turner news@mags4dorset.co.uk

managing director Ben Pulford design@mags4dorset.co.uk

design director Louis Pulford

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graphic designer Daniel Lee

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company secretary Nick Pulford accounts4dorset@btconnect.com

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It’s never appealed to me to climb a mountain, but this month I came pretty close to scaling heights I wasn’t sure I was capable of. With my assistant, Liz, falling in her garden and fracturing her vertebrae I was faced with bringing this magazine together singlehandedly. It’s at times like this that I wish my children had followed in my footsteps rather than taking after their artistic grandfather and becoming graphic designers. Luckily a very good friend of mine Carol Waterkeyn offered to come into the office and help for a day just before the magazine went to print. An editor in her own right, she proofread 4Dorset and put articles onto the website while I escaped from the office to cover ‘Flog It!’ at Highcliffe Castle and meet the lovely Paul Martin - I know you are all thinking that doesn’t sound like work, but it is, and it can be quite stressful - especially when a page is being held back in the magazine for the photographs. But you will see my efforts paid off. Carol, I don’t know what I would have done without you because with that little bit of help you got me safely to the top of the mountain. Meanwhile, I wish Liz a speedy recovery so that the office mountains can return to hills. If anyone reading this has good English and writing skills and would like some work experience for a few weeks – get in touch.

Contents

Editorial: 01202 870270 • Advertising: 01202 816140 • Email: mags@mags4dorset.co.uk • Web: www.mags4dorset.co.uk

Around & About 28-29 BCU Broadstone Family Fun Day 21-23 BCU School’s Out! 30-36 CashUnity 14 Competitions 27, 29, 30, 32 Health and Fitness 15 Horoscopes 39 Specialist Services 37-39

Write to: The Editor, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN

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17 JULY 2015 The Editor reserves the right to amend or shorten contributions in order to fit in with the editorial policy and style of the magazine

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Plant marks 1,000th trip! Elizabeth Chinn received a surprise after using the West Parley Neighbour Car scheme to go to a Salvation Army lunch club recently. On her return home, she was greeted by the chairman of the scheme Kate Ward, co-ordinator Clive Butcher and treasurer Derek Kearey who told her that her trip was the 1,000th journey by West Parley Neighbour Car since its formation in September 2013. To mark the occasion, Elizabeth was

Verwood man

JAILED

for assault A Verwood man has been jailed for six months after offences, including assault by beating, in the Verwood area Jonathan Edwin Michael Griffiths, 20 and of Verwood, pleaded guilty at Bournemouth Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 19 May to assault by beating, and breach of an antisocial behaviour order (ASBO). He was sentenced on the same day at the same court. The court heard how Griffiths punched a 19-year-old local man at the Tesco Express on Ringwood Road after he was confronted for shoplifting on the night of Sunday 17 May 2015. He continued to use threatening and insulting words to the victim before throwing a beer can toward the front of the store and running off. Police attended the incident

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and arrested Griffiths the following day. He was then charged on 19 May before attending court. Griffiths was also under a community order, which he had failed to comply with. Police Community Support Officer Robin Morgan, of Verwood and Three Legged Cross Safer Neighbourhood Team, said: “This is an excellent result for the residents of Verwood who have been plagued by the behaviour of Jonathan Griffiths over a long period of time. “This sentence is the culmination of many hours of work by Verwood’s Safer Neighbourhood Team and it sends out a very strong message that crime like this will not be tolerated in Dorset.”

presented with a pretty plant. The scheme operates for West Parley residents over the age of 55 who are unable to get out and about and provides a lifeline to take them to hospitals, surgeries and other health care services as well as social visits to clubs in the area. Drivers are always required. If you can spare a couple of hours a week get in touch with West Parley Neighbour Car scheme on 01202 577319.

Jitsu promotion Sensei Jordan Lee was promoted to his adult brown belt on 3 June at Ferndown Ju-Jitsu Club. Hatamoto Sensei John Hanrahan congratulated Jordan on all his hard work. Photo: Hatamoto Sensei John Hanrahan hands Sensei Jordan Lee his brown belt

CAP your debt It is almost one year since Christians Against Poverty opened the East Dorset CAP Debt Centre to help those suffering from crippling levels of debt. This is a partnership between Hope Church Ferndown and The Bus Stop Club, working from the Turbary Resource Centre on the Heatherlands Estate in Ferndown. CAP now has over 265 debt

centres in the UK. If you are struggling under the burden of debt call CAP: freefone 0800 328 0006, www.capuk.org In addition to the debt centre, free money management and budgeting courses are held at the resource centre. Contact Susan Sutherland on 07866 692528 for details.

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£11m

extension handed over

Right on time: Lawrence Vincent, left, congratulates Nick Rodgers, Willmott Dixon’s construction manager on the project

ertfordshire based construction company Willmott Dixon formally handed over an £11m Bournemouth & Poole College extension at North Road, Poole, to principal Lawrence Vincent recently. This completed a milestone in the 100-year history of the college. The ‘key’ was handed over on the exact day agreed in the original building contract. The extension includes a new theatre for performing arts to replace the Jellicoe Theatre in Constitution Hill, but the theatre name will be retained. There are six rehearsal rooms and the building will be a

base for the Wessex Youth Orchestra. There will also be four labs for health and medical sciences, a reading room plus top of the range music practice facilities and student relaxation areas. The new building boasts energy saving design features and is the latest phase in a programme to upgrade all facilities. In the last three years the college, under Mr Vincent’s leadership, has seen the creation of a Science Technology Engineering and Maths (STEM) building; a new marine engineering school, and a new building for the study of art and design.

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How to photograph a baby safely Girl-guiding in West Moors West Moors Guides are looking for new leaders. If you are over 18, and would like a new challenge or to make a contribution to your community, please get in touch and find out more. Girl-guiding provides local training and support for all leaders, making sure they offer a varied programme and run the unit safely. Contact Jane Songhurst 01202 891469, or Diana Fitch 01202 877471.

Dorset Theatregoers’ Club Over 100 members attended the Bournemouth area of the Dorset Theatregoers’ Club’s 27th AGM at the Cumberland Hotel, Bournemouth. Hosted by chairman, Mr David Green, the previous year’s activities were reviewed and plans for the remainder of 2015 were outlined. These include visits to Southampton, Newbury, Chichester and Swindon. The club’s monthly coach trips to matinee performances offer pick-ups at eight different locations across the Poole and Bournemouth area (including Ringwood). Annual membership costs just £10 for singles and £15 for two people at the same address. Anyone interested in joining should contact the membership secretary: members.dtgba@sky.com or the chairman on 01202 854682

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Karen Wiltshire of Poole-based KW Photography, a specialist in newborn portraiture, is aiming to raise awareness among parents of the need to choose a professional, safety-trained photographer so that their baby isn’t put in unnecessary danger during newborn photo-shoots Karen is a leading specialist in this niche sector and has photographed hundreds of babies. She said: “At no time during a newborn photo-shoot should a baby be uncomfortable, squashed or at risk of falling. A professionally trained photographer knows how to safely handle and position the baby, and create complex poses without putting the baby in any discomfort or at any risk whatsoever.” Karen believes the industry needs to become regulated. “The national organisation BANPAS (the Baby and Newborn Photographers’ Association) is working towards that goal, but until that is achieved babies across the UK will continue to be put in danger if parents unwittingly hire photographers who lack professional safety training,” she said. A qualified, and fully insured, member of both the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers (SWPP) and The Guild of Photographers and BANPAS, Karen was the UK’s first ‘Craftsman of Children Photography’ in the UK and the Guild of Photographers’ ‘Photographer of the Year’ 2013. www.kw-photography.co.uk

Safe practice in newborn photography: how KW Photography creates a ‘composite’ newborn portrait in which a baby appears unsupported, but is in fact safely handled throughout

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DOG OWNERS URGED TO TAKE CARE AROUND HORSES The British Horse Society, the UK’s only equine charity with a dedicated safety team, has expressed concern after a record number of dog attacks on horses were reported to its website, www.horseaccidents.org.uk recently

The charity launched www.horseaccidents.org.uk at the end of 2010, aware that high numbers of incidents involving equestrians were going unrecorded. The aim of the website was to gather the hard evidence and statistics needed to raise awareness of key issues faced by equestrians with those in power.

FOR INCIDENTS INVOLVING DOGS AND HORSES, THE FIGURES ARE AS FOLLOWS: • •

More than 850 incidents reported since the site was launched at the end of 2010 39 incidents reported during March 2015 – more than three times the number of incidents reported during the same period last year • Previous record was 29 in May 2014 – the total for March 2015 was 35 percent higher • No stereotype – reports received since the launch have identified more than 50 different breeds of dog and include horses being led, loose in field, ridden and driven Sheila Hardy, Senior Executive (Safety) at The British Horse Society, said: “It is very concerning to have received such a high number of reports. “We will be monitoring the situation very carefully to see whether this is just an isolated spike, or indeed the beginning of an upward trend in the number of dog attacks on horses. Either way, it serves as a timely reminder to owners of both dogs and horses to take care and be considerate around each other so that everyone – walkers, riders, dogs and horses – can all get out and about and enjoy the weather together.”

THE CHARITY OFFERS THE FOLLOWING ADVICE TO DOG OWNERS: • • • •

Socialise and try to train your dog with horses from an early age so they are not a scary or exciting thing to come across Ensure you have your dog under close control and have a reliable recall through training If you see a horse approaching, recall and keep your dog as quiet as possible in a visible but safe place If you do not have a sound recall, please keep your dog on a lead

HORSE RIDERS CAN ALSO TAKE A FEW SIMPLE PRECAUTIONS TO HELP PREVENT AN INCIDENT: • •

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Socialise and try to train your horse with dogs so they do not react badly to their presence Always slow to a walk to pass dogs, and communicate with the dog owner at the earliest opportunity; they may not have seen you – particularly if you are approaching from behind Give dogs that appear nervous a wide berth so they do not feel threatened If necessary, stop to allow an excited dog to be caught.

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CASTLE GREETS ITS WATERLOO John O’Groats to Lands End with three legs, two bikes and a piano! Comedy pianist Matt Black and his manager Jon Cox completed their mammoth threelegged bike ride from John O’Groats to Lands End between 4 and 25 May. Affectionately called ‘the hero’ of the ride by Matt, Jon discovered that he will go down in history as the first one-legged cyclist ever to complete the 952-mile distance. Jon lost his leg when he was four after being run over by a lorry. It didn’t put him off cycling though and he’s ridden a bike ever since he was seven. Matt and Jon trained for a year to

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complete the charity challenge. Matt gigged at 18 locations along the route to raise extra money. With funds still to come in, Jon and Matt have raised about £5,000 of the £10,000 target they aimed for in aid of the charity Wings4Warriors. Cycling 50 miles a day in variable weather, one of the highlights of the journey for Matt was when the Bridgwater Chapter of HOG (Harley Owners Group) accompanied the pair through Bridgwater. To help them reach their target visit www.gofund.me/Wings4Warriors

Highcliffe Castle would be a very different building had it not been for Napoleon’s defeat at the Battle of Waterloo 200 years ago. When Lord Stuart de Rothesay created Highcliffe Castle in the 1830s, he used ancient stonework from demolished buildings in Normandy, collected during his time as British Ambassador in Paris. Stuart was the Duke of Wellington’s ‘right hand man’ during the Peninsular War and was with Wellington in Brussels shortly before the Battle of Waterloo in June 1815. The bicentenary of the Battle of Waterloo was marked at the castle on 18 June with a diorama of over 4,000 model soldiers in battle formation, created by local historian Martin Axton. The display will be on view at the castle until 13 September. Martin will also be sharing his expertise on the Napoleonic Wars every Sunday in the Library Gallery at 3pm. In addition, Stephen Petty, a Fellow of the International Napoleonic Society and Member of the Waterloo Association, will be giving a series of eight illustrated talks throughout the summer at Highcliffe Castle. The castle is open daily. For more details call 01425 278807, www.highcliffecastle.co.uk

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Chairman launches charitable objectives

L-R Marcel Ciantar CEIL, Linda Thornton, JTYAF, Shelley from PASHA, Pete Thornton, Cllr Steve Lugg and vice chairman Cllr David Shortell

Cllr Mrs Cathy Lugg with Banu Biret from Trash Media

L-R Chris Allen, chairman of the Barrington Centre; Steve Saville, Forest FM; Andy Bryant, Barrington Centre manager; Stuart Fleetham, Xerocad MD and representative of Ferndown Chamber

COUNCILLOR STEVEN LUGG, EAST DORSET DISTRICT COUNCIL’S NEW CHAIRMAN, HELD A LAUNCH PARTY AT THE ORANGE TEAPOT IN FERNDOWN ON 9 JUNE TO PROMOTE HIS CHARITABLE FUNDRAISING FOR THE YEAR He is supporting PASHA (a charity that provides hostels for the homeless), and JTYAF (John Thornton Young Achievers’ Foundation) so they can further support Ferndown Upper School’s CEIL (Centre of Excellence and Industrial Liaison). He invited representatives from both charities as well as CEIL to give short presentations about their work. On introducing PASHA he said, “I am passionate about the community and I am passionate about younger people. If you haven’t got housing, you haven’t got anything.” He felt supporting PASHA was crucial. He explained that he was supporting JTYAF because it helped realise young people’s dreams and this will be done in 2015 through the charity’s connection with CEIL which helps prepare youngsters for the real world.

Coda looking for musicians Coda Music Trust is looking for Hampshire or Dorset based musicians, who enjoy improvisation, to participate in “Songs For Wild Horses,” to be premiered in the New Forest this October. Musicians of all instruments and genres will be working closely with Norwegian musicians Nils Okland (Hardanger fiddle) and Oyvind Skarbo (percussion). To be part of this exciting opportunity, please contact Coda on 01425 276161 or by email on contact@coda.org.uk

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Legal highs containing controlled drugs – MAN JAILED A Bournemouth man has been jailed for 33 months for selling legal highs that contained controlled drugs.

ohn Richard Isaacs, 45, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on Tuesday 19 May after pleading guilty the same day to possession with intent to supply class B and C drugs. Isaacs was arrested on suspicion of drug offences in October 2010 and admitted selling legal highs via a website he operated. The drugs were sent for testing and some were found to contain class B and class C drugs. He pleaded guilty on 17 February 2012 to three counts of possession of class B and C drugs with intent to supply and was sentenced to a 12-month community order and 100-hours unpaid work. Following intelligence, officers executed a warrant at his home in Portchester Road on 6 June 2012. A

quantity of drugs was found and Isaacs was arrested for possession with intent to supply. Isaacs was charged on 25 February 2013 with four counts of being concerned in the supply of class B drugs and three counts of being concerned in the supply of class C drugs. The case did not come to court until May this year after the hearing was adjourned while Isaacs attempted to find a forensic expert he claimed would prove previous tests on the substances were inaccurate. He was unsuccessful and admitted six of the seven offences. After his conviction in 2012, the courts ordered confiscation proceedings to be made against Isaacs and on 19 December 2013 a judge at Bournemouth

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Crown Court made a confiscation order under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 which instructed Isaacs to pay £70,000 he had made from his criminal activity. The order was settled in full from assets previously confiscated at the start of the investigation. Detective Constable Jon Sainsbury, of Bournemouth CID, said: “Legal highs are a real danger. This case proves that when you buy so-called legal highs you don’t really know what you are putting in your body and very often the person selling them doesn’t know what they contain. “I hope this sentence sends out a very strong message that selling drugs in Dorset will not be tolerated. Not only will you face a lengthy prison sentence but we will also seize assets made from criminal activity.”

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Members of Quarterjack Quilters with their Wimborne Quilt

Intriguing quilt revealed at exhibition The intriguing quilt was created by 30 members who made a square each representing 30 different venues around the town. The quilt will now tour Wimborne for six months, so if you missed it at the exhibition, you will be able to find it on show elsewhere. A donation by the Quilters to The Reef Youth Club at St Michael’s Church, Colehill will be made from the money raised at the biannual exhibition.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN QUARTERJACK QUILTERS, CALL EILEEN GILMOUR ON 01202 884270 AND ASK TO GO ON THE WAITING LIST. WWW.QUARTERJACKQUILTERS.CO.UK

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WIMBORNE QUILT – some of the venues around the town are more obvious than others – can you work them all out?

Quarterjack Quilters launched their Wimborne Quilt during their biannual fundraising exhibition held at Merley House (25-27 June)

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Putting a new spin on golden oldies

A scripted reality TV show could change the way we perceive older people. The new spin on The Only Way is Essex (TOWIE) and Made in Chelsea has a twist – all the ‘characters’ are over 65. BBC Four’s ‘Close To The Edge’ follows a group of Bournemouth friends in their 60s, 70s and 80s, who include a former ‘brothel madam’ turned Ukip fundraiser, a business entrepreneur and a political activist. The six-part series charts the cast’s everyday lives with a focus on more serious issues than TOWIE and MIC, including

education, divorce, sexuality, gender roles and death. Speaking about ‘Close To The Edge’, BBC Four Channel Producer Karl Warner said: “The cast are complex, funny and outspoken – and like most things in life, get better with age.” Watch out for it – you never know who might appear – it could be someone you know or someone you’ve recently read about in 4Dorset! Take a good look at the photograph.

Congratulations to David Burch and Val Walters who were married at St Mary’s Church, Ferndown on Saturday, 23 May. Val (aka Annie) used to work for mags4dorset on Ferndown Matters and specialist publications. Everyone in the office wishes her and David a happy future together.

International connections explored The world comes to Allenbourn Middle School with a club that explores and celebrates the international connections of the children. Over that last few years the school’s International Project has brought together pupils who have an overseas link within their family or friends. Under the direction of Teaching Assistant Jane Cribb (who lived in Peru for over two years), the children come together to explore an aspect of international life and culture. Topics have included Olympic athletes, famous landmarks, festivals and, this year, capital cities. The resulting posters are displayed in the library for the whole school to admire. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Lucky anniversary

SUNFLOWERS

When Philip Newham from Verwood bought a bouquet from Petals Florist for his wife Stephanie on their 16th wedding anniversary, he didn’t realise what luck his romantic gesture would bring He went to great lengths to choose flowers to replicate Stephanie’s bouquet on their wedding day, which included sunflowers. The Engineering Manager from Verplas entered his receipt into the monthly CashUnity draw, as he had done previously when he’d bought flowers from Petals, but this time his name was drawn as the winner of the £1,000 prize. Made up of £500 cash and £500 in vouchers to spend at CashUnity businesses, Philip’s choice was easy. “I need a set of new tyres for the car,” he said deflating his romantic gesture slightly when he asked for £250 worth of vouchers for Ebblake Tyres.

1 TRACEY MILLER, Fordingbridge - Townhouse Hairdressing

2 MIKE WOMERSLEY, Stuckton - Caxton Décor (money donated to charity)

However, to Stephanie’s delight, the rest of the vouchers have to be spent at Petals Florist, (the participating trader who originated the winning receipt), so she is anticipating some beautiful bouquets over the next six months – lucky Stephanie. Jayne Oliver from Petals Florist joined CashUnity when it was launched in January 2014. “I’m thrilled that one of my customers has won,” she said. Jayne promotes the scheme heavily and Philip has proved that perseverance pays off. To celebrate the presentation, Jayne also gave a bunch of sunflowers to camera-shy Stephanie.

Ben, Philip and Jayne

CASHUNITY takes a breather O

3 MICHELLE GERCHEN, West Moors - Webb’s Butchers

4 ANNA HEATH, Ringwood Tulip Crafts

5 WILLIAM REVILL, West Parley Freedom Mobility

6 ANN POWRIE, West Moors Webb’s Butchers

ver the last 18 months mags4dorset has lifted its profile considerably by running CashUnity and paying out a regular prize of £1,000 a month to local shoppers. A further £500 was injected into the initiative last Christmas for additional cash prizes, which means the overall pay out now stands at £17,500. “It has been one of the most exciting initiatives we have set up in our 12 years of business and it has been great to back it up in our much loved community magazines 4Dorset and Viewpoint,” says editor Janine Pulford. “What is even more rewarding is that the whole thing was thought up by our managing director (and my eldest son – I like to take some of the credit) Ben Pulford and we’ve been very happy to make such big waves in the community and bring excitement to so many businesses and shoppers who have participated in CashUnity. “But as we move into our 13th year, we are going to give CashUnity a breather. It was originally devised to help generate custom

for local businesses that were going through the recession. Those dark days seem to have become lighter over recent months and because of this, we have decided to look at CashUnity with a view to making it more relevant to the economic climate. “Don’t despair if you haven’t won yet – there is still one more draw to be carried out, so if you entered in June, you have one more chance to win. The final draw will be held on 10 July. “We would like to say a huge thank you to all our participating traders over the last 18 months and an equally huge thank you to the thousands of local shoppers who have entered so wholeheartedly into the spirit of CashUnity.” The groundbreaking initiative received plenty of attention and support from heads of the local communities as can be seen by the photographs. “Thank you to all the mayors and MPs who turned out to carry out the draws and attend CashUnity events,” added Janine. Here is a portfolio of all the winners - the final winner will be announced next month.

Mayoral support came from Christchurch, Ferndown, Fordingbridge, Ringwood and Verwood and MPs Chris Chope, Desmond Swayne and Bob Walter (2014) also supported events and draws.

10 URSULA BONNER, West Moors - Leanne’s Hairdresser

11 GWEN MOSS, West Moors - Leanne’s Hairdresser

12 LYNNE TABRAHAM, Bournemouth Honora

13 CASSIE EMERY-TYLER, Bournemouth – Speciality Cakes

14 JAN WILTSHIRE, Bournemouth – Carly’s Crafts

15 MARJORIE WEBBER, Bournemouth – Appliance Alliance

7 DOUGLAS BLUNDEN, Christchurch Think Print

16 ELIZABETH ALLEN, West Moors – Webbs 8 TIM RICHARDS, Verwood - Xerocad

9 STEPHEN BIDDLECOMBE, Breamore - Caxton Décor

17 PHILIP NEWHAM, Verwood – Petals Florist

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CHARITY OF THE YEAR:

Cancer Research UK’s Relay For Life Bournemouth & East Dorset IN THE LEAD: Charlotte with her mother and Bob at last year’s Relay leading the survivors

RELAY FOR LIFE

Cancer Research UK • 11 and 12 July 24 teams: 250 participants Relay For Life, raising money for Cancer Research UK is delighted to announce that the Rock Choir will perform at Ferndown Leisure Centre on 11 July following the opening ceremony where those who have registered as cancer survivors will walk the first lap of the track followed in turn by each team of relayers. The youngest survivor Charlotte Jackson (7) is attending for her 3rd year, celebrating two years in remission from leukaemia. This year she wanted to, “walk the laps and raise money just like the teams do.” If anyone would like to support Charlotte please visit: http://relay. cancerresearchuk.org/ site/TR/RelayForLife/Gen eral?px=1040286&pg=per sonal&fr_id=1513 Another cancer Survivor Bob Smith last year became

a celebrity amongst the participants on the track by walking for the whole 24 hours. This year his son Michael will be travelling from Birmingham with three friends to walk for 24 hours.

AT 10PM THE CANDLE OF HOPE CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE AND THE TRACK WILL BECOME LIT, A TRULY MEMORABLE SIGHT Visitors are very welcome to come and see this inspirational event and support Cancer Research UK.

Fundraising stalls and afternoon tea will be available. Candle bags to dedicate in remembrance or celebration of those affected by cancer will also be available. At 10pm the Candle of Hope ceremony will take place and the track will become lit, a truly memorable sight.

Anyone wishing to help on either day, or any businesses wishing to sponsor a trackside advert should email R4LBournemouth @ gmail.com or phone 01202 537624

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Going to Great lengths Swimming is one of the best forms of all-round exercise and Ferndown Leisure Centre offers ‘learn to swim’ classes for all age groups Lessons follow the ASA Learn to Swim Pathway and are taught by qualified instructors who help to develop confidence both in and around the water.

For children: A free 10-15 minute swim assessment can

be booked to determine the right class for your child. You can review their progress, move them to new sessions and review their achievements online via the home portal.

For adults: Be a Swimmer and Better Swimmer Programme

takes you from complete beginner to confident competent swimmer. Fearless In Water and Fearless Out Of Your Depth are designed to help those who have a fear of water to overcome it. For more details call 01202 877468 or visit

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Wimborne Folk Festival gallery Photos ÂŠ Catchbox

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Crowds of people flocked to the third Wimborne Minster Folk Festival over the weekend of 12-14 June and here is mags4dorsetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s picture gallery. The parade of dancers took place on the afternoon of 13 June led by the Wimborne Militia and Gugge 2000. Organised by volunteers, the folk festival takes a year to plan and attracts musicians and dancers from all over the country who make the atmosphere lively, yet somehow peaceful.

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OFSTED GIVES

FERNDOWN UPPER SCHOOL a glowing report

In March 2015 a senior Ofsted inspector visited the school to assess progress

Ferndown Upper School celebrated the grand opening of the CEIL (Centre of Excellence for Industrial Liaison) on Wednesday 29 April

CSE results at the school in 2014 were praised as all three core subjects of English, Maths and Science were either at, or above, the national averages for progress indicators. This latest report is very much to the credit of the Ferndown students as they never fail to impress visitors with their warmth, honesty and approach to learning. The following are extracts are from the inspector’s report: The quality of teaching has improved so that most is now consistently good and some outstanding. Students’ achievement is much improved as a result. They are responding well to the improved teaching and show improved attitudes to their learning. Students behave well in lessons and have responded well to the improvements in teaching. Many say how much they enjoy lessons now. The procedures make sure that no student ‘falls through the net’. Any students needing more support or challenge, those at risk of falling behind and those with complex needs, or who are vulnerable, are identified quickly and staff respond swiftly and effectively. Teaching in the sixth form is better focused on the progress of individual students. Students make more effective use of independent study time to complete set work and prepare for lessons. Teachers provide good feedback and students use this well to improve their work. Alongside the improvements in academic achievement across the school, the school leaders have sustained the strengths of the school in the personal development and well-being of the students. This is an important aspect of the school as many students need this personal support. Headteacher Alex Wills commented: “The inspector’s findings confirm that this is an excellent school and we are expecting a superb set of results this summer, which will be fully deserved by our students.” Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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KINSON PRIMARY SCHOOL:

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It’s a busy time at Kinson at the moment

e are lucky to have so much land but until recently much of it was covered in dense, shrubby undergrowth and trees and underused. Our plan is to develop our woods to enhance the children’s learning by giving them opportunities to learn and explore outdoors. Our plans are ambitious; as well as seating

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areas for whole classes we want to have wildlife retreats and bird boxes, we want to restore the old pond and make the stream bank accessible so that children can learn about pond life and take part in activities like pond dipping. We are creating a path to the woods using sleepers so children can walk from the playground to the lower end of the woods in all weathers.

We have done quite a bit of work already and we know our children and parents are very appreciative. The children are going to design a model of each class animal to place throughout the woods; it will be interesting to see what designs they come up with and what materials they want to use in their construction. We are having new perimeter fencing installed around the school site, the walls in our garden are being taken down to let the children have easier access so they can make more use of it and new garden gates will replace the old rusty ones. You can see more information about our woodland project on our website; just go to the pink pencil ‘News and Events’. Throughout June and July our Reception team are holding meetings for parents and carers who have chosen Kinson Primary for their children in September. It has been great to meet some of the children who will be joining us in September. They looked happy to be here and made new friends really easily. This month they will have an opportunity to taste hot school meals. Following on from the success of last year’s ‘Beach’ project, the schools in the Septenary Trust will be joining together this term for another collaborative project called ‘Around the World with the Septenary Trust’. Across the seven schools, each year group will be studying a different continent and will collaborate on an art and design project with children from another school in the Trust. There are two ‘collaboration’ days for each year group and every child in the Trust will visit another school once. The PFA are looking for new recruits! Following one successful coffee morning we had quite a number of parents and carers eager to be involved in up and coming projects. The next coffee morning will be held on Friday 3 July so please feel free to drop in for a chat. The PFA raise muchneeded funds for the school so all volunteers are welcome. And finally, the PFA summer fete is on Saturday 18 July. If anyone is interested in a stall please let Kerry know on kerrygrineau@hotmail.com. We already have pony palace, bouncy castles, kick boxing, various stalls, treasure hunt, tombola, cakes and more. We can promote local businesses by naming them on our raffle tickets, flyers and programme. Don’t forget to visit our website http://www.kinsonprimary. co.uk/ and our Facebook page Kinson Primary School – there is a link to this page on our website.

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Wheelie good win! 25 years of caring Having a mental illness does not mean you cannot have a happy life Cherry Tree Nursery, the first project of the registered charity the Sheltered Work Opportunities Project, (SWOP), is celebrating its 25th anniversary. It offers sheltered horticultural work rehabilitation in a supportive environment to adults with severe and enduring mental illness. In any year, one person in four will have some form of mental illness. Everyone reading this article will know someone who has had a mental health problem, and yet the stigma attached to this remains. Nursery manager, Jessica Davies says, “Before they came to Cherry Tree, many of our 170 volunteers felt like they had fallen into a black hole. No hope, no future. Mental illness can lead to loss of home, family, employment, self-esteem and dignity. It is easy to become lonely and isolated. Cherry Tree aims to offer love, friendship, support, a sense of belonging and contributing, of being valued and needed. Above all, it offers community, something sadly lacking in the world outside.” Jessica explains that people come to the project for as long as they wish and says, “There is no time limit or retirement age. Everyone finds a role, and plays their part to keep the nursery running. There is a great therapeutic value to being outside in the fresh air and working with nature. Many people say they find plants calming and non-threatening, and benefit from seeing them grow and flourish. There is the opportunity to regain work skills and learn new ones. Not everyone works with plants - some work in the shop or the office, while others prefer domestic tasks.” Cherry Tree aims to address all the needs of the individual. The Disability Rights Advice Service plays an essential role, helping with problems around housing, benefits and debt. Classes on offer include literacy, numeracy, English with the use of computers, horticulture, healthy eating and cooking on a budget. A series of trips, outings and events help promote social interaction and offer a ‘thank you’ to volunteers for their hard work. Because people feel accepted and not judged, and can share their difficulties, very strong friendships develop and

people learn to look beyond their own problems and care for others. Each individual contributes as much as they are able, and becomes part of something bigger than themselves. It can transform their lives. The costs of supporting so many people and running a plant nursery are very high. Jessica adds, “We cover about half our running costs through the sale of plants, but for the rest we are dependent on donations, and thus on the goodwill of the local community. We have lovely plants, and a happy atmosphere. Come and see us!” The next plant sale, including a barbecue, is on 4 July and there will be stalls, preserves and home-made cakes. This event is part of the Kinson Music Festival and features live music.

Kim Postill from Broadstone, a software engineer with over 20 years’ experience, is a keen gardener and was delighted to learn that he had won the mags4dorset Haskins gift card competition published in April’s 4Dorset. He was presented with his prize of a £50 Haskins gift card by Matt Hill, the general manager at the Ferndown Haskins Garden Centre and said that the timing of the win was great as he needed to get a new wheelbarrow. Matt presents the gift card to Kim Although Kim says that he occasionally enters competitions, but rarely wins, his partner has been luckier. Suzanne Jenkins won last July’s BBQ competition! The answer was: Plant Information Centre.

Info file Location: off New Road Roundabout, Northbourne BH10 7DA Donations: www.cherrytreenursery.org.uk/ donate-to-the-charity.htm Phone: 01202 593537 Website: www.cherrytreenursery.org.uk Email: contactus@cherrytreenursery.org.uk

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Flog It! Christina and Philip

Pat Kingsley from Highcliffe brought her two spectacular ships to ’Flog It!’ in the back of a van. “They were made by my father in the Sixties,” she explained. She said the bigger one is a replica of HMS Royal Sovereign (1786) which served as the flagship for Admiral Collingwood at the Battle of Trafalgar and the smaller one is a replica of the first Ark Royal, (1587), an English galleon that was engaged in battles that resulted in the defeat of the Spanish Armada. The ship’s fame led to a number of later warships of the Royal Navy being named Ark Royal in her honour. Pat was eagerly awaiting a valuation on her family heirlooms and her ships created a huge amount of interest with the crowds.

Report and photographs by Janine Pulford

“Today we are at one of the most romantic building in Dorset, the Grade 1 listed Highcliffe Castle,” said Paul Martin from BBC’s ‘Flog It!’ who said he also found the castle “beautiful, stunning and gorgeous.”

Flog It!’ visited the castle on 17 June to film Paul and his team giving valuations to all the hopefuls who wanted to find out what their antiques and valuables were worth and then take a punt on sending them to auction. Experts on hand included the inimitable Philip Serrell, who wore his trademark scarf even though it was baking hot; a dapper and ever friendly Adam Partridge and a radiant Christina Trevanion. Paul, as usual, was full of energy and enthusiasm as he buzzed around the grounds greeting people, followed by an entourage of directors, producers and cameramen. Filmed with the magnificent backdrop of Highcliffe Castle, the day went exceptionally well with hundreds of people soaking up the atmosphere. Items chosen for auction will be put through to Cottees Saleroom in Wareham on 7 July.

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Adam Partridge

A visit to a castle wouldn’t be the same without a bit of royalty would it? Here is Teko, a rescue Pembrokeshire corgi from Scotland, with no doubt a little blue blood in his veins, lapping up the attention he attracted whilst visiting with his owners Beryle and Geoffery Bareham from Highcliffe

David and Judy Parker from Highcliffe with their highly decorated pedestal plate, inherited from David’s grandparents from Hong Kong. David said, “It doesn’t go with the décor.” Christina valued the item and Judy said, “We are very happy with the valuation and our grandchildren will be more interested in watching the programme than they will be in the item! We are very happy for it to be auctioned.”

Christina makes a valuation

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Broadstone’s BIG day out

FAMILY FUN DAY - 5 JULY 12 NOON-4.30

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Broadstone’s BIG day out? It takes place at Broadstone Recreation Ground, (football fields) on Lower Blandford Road, Broadstone BH18 8EA on Sunday 5 July from 12 to 4.30pm. Put this great event in your diary and please message Vikki Slade to volunteer to help on the day and tell your friends and family to come along and join the fun. Info file Facebook: Broadstone Family Fun Day Email: vikki4mdnp@gmail.com

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Broadstone’s BIG day out

FAMILY FUN DAY - 5 JULY 12 NOON-4.30P

It’s almost time for this year’s Family Fun Day in Broadstone where, by popular demand, there will be the return of the donkeys, dog show and car show so get polishing your Porsche or pampering your pug!

Starting at midday

The event starts at midday so either bring a picnic or support your local businesses and charities who will be tempting your taste buds with everything from curry to woodfired pizza, cakes to strawberries and cream!

Free day out

It’s one of the few summer events that’s free (unless you bring your car, which costs just £1 to park) and the arena will be filled with dance, music and gymnastics – plus the famous mascot race including special guest Cherry Bear from AFC Bournemouth.

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Win a signed AFC Bournemouth team shirt

There will also be lots of fun stands for all the family including: Guess the Number of Balloons in the Tappers’ limousine… and Spot the Ball for a chance to win a signed team shirt from the new Premiership football team AFC Bournemouth.

Soak up sun, or shop ‘til you drop

You could sit all day and soak up the sun... or shop ‘til you drop at the trade and community stands from the likes of Forum Jewellers and Riverford Organics.

Traditional games, bouncy castles, miniature train

Play along at the community and charity stands with traditional games and it wouldn’t be a summer fête without a bouncy castle (or two) and a miniature train proudly brought along by Shine Lighting.

Raising money for a good cause Mrs Vikki Slade, cofounder of Broadstone Fields in Trust Association said, “We will be raising money for the Fields in Trust Association, and we are thrilled to confirm that our new Orienteering Trail is now open for business. “We exist to protect and enhance the playing fields and Charborough Road recreation grounds and we have lots of ideas to get Broadstone more active so please support this wonderful event.” Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Explorer cycle ride An Explorer cycle ride will take place from Highcliffe Castle on 17 July at 10am. Cost is £4.50. The ride will last a couple of hours and will use quiet lanes and traffic free routes. It is ideal for people getting back into riding a bike but if you haven’t got your own, bikes can be hired in advance. To book call 01425 480811.

oodand Fhappiness ighcliffe celebrated its inaugural Revival Food Festival in high style on 16 May. With events for all the family and locally run businesses showing their wares, as well as those from further afield in Hampshire and the rest of Dorset, the event was a huge success. Events included demonstrations by chef and author, Valentine Warner, as well as many leading local chefs. There were rides for the children as well as a surf simulator for the teenagers. The road closure added to the ambiance and highlighted how personable Highcliffe could become when parts of the street are pedestrianised. Mark Sullivan, the owner of the newly set up Fire & Ice Coffee bar said he had an unbelievably busy day, especially as he has now added ice cream to his menu. He added, “Our coffee bar is normally busy but this was amazing. I was particularly pleased that the entertainment was received so well as that lay on my head should anything have gone awry.” A spokesperson for the Revival committee said, “It was a sheer delight to see so many young families enjoying themselves, walking through the street eating, and sitting in the sun. The entire event is about the rejuvenation

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of Highcliffe, to encourage people who live in Highcliffe to come to the high street and see what the high street has to offer in terms of delis, butchers and restaurants. We hope that, in turn, new businesses will come to the area having seen how lovely Highcliffe can be.

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“We could not have been more delighted with the attendance at the event and would also like to thank those companies who made the commitment to sponsor us. They made a huge difference and enabled us to pull together the show we put on. “Thank you to everyone who attended the event and brought the village to life.” www.highcliffevillage.com/food-festival

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Jazz it up Love Jazz? Make a note to call into Christchurch for a jazz evening for All Saints Church, Mudeford on Wednesday, 15 July in aid of church funds. The Bernie Farrenden Quartet and special guest star Mick Hanson will be playing the magic of George Gerwshin, Cole Porter, Richard Rogers and more. Tickets £8 from Bernie 01425 276471, music starts at 7.30pm.

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Rubbish bin for fishermen A new bin has been placed at Mudeford Quay for fishermen to deposit rubbish that they find while out at sea. The bin has been acquired from a partnership between the Litter Free Coast and Sea Campaign, Christchurch Borough Council and Mudeford & District Fishermen’s Association.

Richard Stride, Chairman of Mudeford & District Fishermen’s Association, said: “Rubbish at sea can be a real problem for us, especially if it’s hidden beneath seaweed. Ropes and balloons can be particularly perilous and balloons have the added problem of giving the impression that they could be a person in danger.”

A re-enactment of King John’s final visit to Christchurch commemorated the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta. King John was a frequent visitor to Christchurch Priory. The event, held on 15 June included a display of vestments and regalia in the mayor’s parlour while a heritage marquee in Saxon Square housed the Magna Carta census scrolls which visitors could sign as a reaffirmation of the benefits of the charter. A peal of bells heralded

‘King John’s’ departure towards the Constable’s House, where he stayed in 1215, and a stonemounted plaque financed by the Heritage Lottery Fund grant was unveiled to commemorate his visits. In the week prior to this event the Hayloft Gallery offered free workshops in the ancient crafts of calligraphy, spinning and weaving, Medieval bag making and the Bayeux tapestry stitch with preparations beginning for Christchurch’s own Magna Carta Tapestry.

Christchurch is celebrating three great beaches. Avon Beach, Friars Cliff Beach and Highcliffe Beach have once again gained Seaside Awards for achieving the highest standards of beach management. Judged by the charity Keep Britain Tidy, the award recognises and rewards beaches in England that achieve the highest standards of beach management and, in the case of bathing beaches, meet guideline water quality.

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– a fantastic barbecue and £60 worth of meat could be yours! If you haven’t got a barbecue, or yours is a bit worn out, why not enter our competition?

Matt Hill with the Webber Mastertouch Barbecue

Haskins has teamed up with mags4dorset to give away a fantastic Webber Black One Touch Mastertouch Barbecue worth £259! (pictured). Not only that, mags4dorset will be supplying the winner with a meat voucher for £60 to spend at the butcher of their choice advertising on this feature. How about that for a great start to the summer holidays? Matt Hill, General Manager at Haskins, says that the popularity of barbecuing has not waned: “We can tell by the demand for fuels and equipment that enthusiasm is high to get cooking. There is such a wide range of grills that we are happy to offer advice to anyone looking to replace or purchase for the first time.”

Camelia Terry mags4dorset’s office sparkled with some Spanish charm on 1 June when recipe author Camelia Terry called in whilst in the country ith a passion for cooking, Camelia used to write regular delicious recipes for mags4dorset. Here is one of her barbecue favourites shared with us in 2008 and repeated here in case you missed it the first time

around. Camelia now runs a personal chef service in Spain with her husband Richard. She specialises in Andalusian, Moroccan and Indian food and the couple provide a full service including self-service breakfast, lunch and evening meals. “The family books

Ingredients

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Leg of lamb butterflied approx 2.5 kg will feed 6 to 8 people

1. Make small incisions all over the lamb with a sharp knife.

2 cloves garlic cut into thin slivers 2 sprigs fresh rosemary Salt and pepper For the marinade 100 ml olive oil 75 ml sweet sherry 2 tblspns maple syrup (Plus extra to brush on) 1 tblspn balsamic vinegar Juice of 1 lemon

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2. Poke a sliver of garlic then a small sprig of rosemary into the holes. 3. Mix together the marinade ingredients 4. Place lamb into a shallow container, season all over and cover with the marinade ensuring the meat is well covered. Cover with cling film and place in the fridge for a minimum of two hours or overnight for more flavour, turning occasionally. 5. When ready to cook bring the lamb back to room temperature and get the barbie nice and hot.

their own villa and Richard and I go in and take care of all the catering,” explained Camelia. You can find her at www. thehomecookingco.com meanwhile you can try out her Barbecued Maple Syrup Lamb by following this recipe.

6. Place on the hottest part for 3-4 mins each side to sear the meat, then move slightly away to cook more slowly basting with the marinade and turning frequently. Cook for approx 35 to 45 mins for pink, longer if you want it more well done. About 10 mins before the end start to brush with the extra maple syrup, the meat will go quite dark and will start to char. This all adds to the flavour. 7. Allow the meat to rest for 10-15 mins so if a little underdone don‘t worry as it will continue to cook while resting. Ideally the outside will be charred and the inside pink. 8. Carve into thin slices and pour over any juices.

If you want to roast some vine tomatoes simply crush a garlic clove with some salt and mix with olive oil. Toss the tomatoes leaving on the vine, and either cook in a hot oven or put on the BBQ until they start to blister.

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For your chance to win this fantastic Black One Touch Mastertouch charcoal Barbecue which comes highly recommended by the barbecue section at the Haskins Garden Centre, plus £60 worth of meat, answer the following riddle:

Men and women have 24 One less for men is only rumour Tasty when from pigs They are called spare … What are they?

BARONS ON THE LOOSE Astro Baron

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Enter online at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to BBQ Competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset. Closing date is 20 July 2015. The winner must be agreeable to being photographed for publicity purposes. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd, Haskins and the butchers featuring on this page are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative for the BBQ and the meat voucher must be spent within one month and will be valued at £0.001p if not spent in store. The editor’s decision is final. Full information on the leisure range can be found at www.haskins.co.uk

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Discworld Knight

Quintessentially British

King of Hearts

WHEN WANDERING AROUND A CITY THE LAST THING YOU EXPECT TO SEE ARE MEDIEVAL BARONS WITH A MODERN TWIST An astronaut with a sword and shield, a baron with Discworld characters on his back and another sporting the interior of Salisbury Cathedral. These are just some of the quirky characters that form a display of the Barons’ Charter, the biggest mass participation public art event ever seen in the city of Salisbury. Staged by the Trussell Trust together with Salisbury Cathedral and Wild Art, the 25 life-sized barons form a trail around the city. In celebration of the 800th anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta, these barons have been sponsored by local businesses and beautifully decorated by artists. Salisbury is home to perhaps the best-preserved copy of Magna Carta. This Great Charter of 1215 formed the foundation of liberty and led to the rule of constitutional law. It was drawn up to make peace between the unpopular and greedy King John and a group of rebel barons and is probably the most celebrated document in English history. In all colours of the rainbow, the Barons’ Charter is a reminder of a time gone by and you can pick up a trail map from various outlets and find all the barons in their modern glory. They are on view until 6 September and will then be auctioned to raise money for the Trussell Trust, the UK’s leading poverty charity. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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this month 7 July 10am-12noon

Talk:Talk event at Ferndown Library. Four authors and a poet. Carol Rivers, Della Galton, David Hough, Janine Pulford and poet David Arkell. Free event. Tea and coffee. Donations welcome for the Mayor of Ferndown’s charities.

11-12 July

Cancer Research UK Relay for Life, outside Ferndown Leisure Centre. Overnight event. Teams should be booked in: 01202 537624.

11-12 July 10am-6pm

Christchurch Cheese & Chilli Festival, Bournemouth Sports Club, Chapel Gate, East Parley.

11-12 July 12noon

Grooves on the Green familyfriendly gathering on Ashley Cross Green. Music on two stages, local food and drink festival, sports, alternative therapies and Kidzone. Bar closes 7pm when park reopens. Day tickets £5, U16 £3, U5 free. £1 ticket goes to Diverse Abilities Plus. www.groovesonthegreen.co.uk

11 July 7.30pm

The Merley Vocal Fusion Choir charity concert in aid of Wimborne Stroke Support Group, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Tickets (£7) from the Lantern Church, Chichester Walk, Merley. 01202 887733

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

11 July 7.30pm

Grange Choral Society at Christchurch Priory. Conducted by Marcio da Silva. All British programme consists of John Rutter’s Requiem and Edward Elgar’s anthem Give unto the Lord, and his cantata Spirit of England, which is dedicated to the memory of the fallen of the First World War. Tickets £16 and £9. 01202 479059

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18 July

Rotary Club of Fordingbridge Summer Festival. Classic cars, trade stands, horticultural marquee, bouncy castles, animal corner, duck race. Money raised is donated to various charities locally.

18 July 7.30pm

Verwood Concert Brass with all three bands. Verwood Hub. 01202 828740

Bournemouth Pier to Pier Swim in aid of British Heart Foundation. Register in advance. 0845 130 8663

19 July 11am-7pm

14-19 July

19 July 2-5.30pm

Larmer Tree Festival with stellar line up of music and comedy. Bill Bailey, Ed Byrne, Russell Kane, Sara Pascoe and Seann Walsh. Tom Jones, Ibibio Sound Machine, The Shires, Kobo Town, No Go Stop and many more. Weekend tickets £174. Under 5s free. www. larmertreefestival.co.uk/tickets

15 July

Barrington Theatre coach trips to the Imperial War Museum and the Posh Shops of London. Departing from Wimborne, West Moors and Ferndown. Each tour costs £18 per person. 01202 894858

18 July 12noon-6pm

West Moors Fun day at the Farm: combining West Moors Fun Day and the Sturts Community Summer Fete, Sturts Farm, Three Cross Road, West Moors.

Poole Goes Vintage, Poole Quay: vintage music, clothes and celebrations.

Garden open for charity (NGS): Meadow Views, 32 Riverside Road, off Station Road, West Moors.

19 July 10am-3.30pm Chinese Dragon Boat Race in aid of Diverse Abilities, Poole Park. 01202 718266

21 July 7.30pm

Concert of popular music by Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society at The Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. 01202 590383.

25 July 10am-5pm

Round Table Children’s Wish is celebrating its 25th year with a row for charity in Bournemouth Square! Claire Busst (q-power) will be attempting to break the women’s world record for female lightweight marathon. There will be four more rowing machines available for the public to have a go and raise money for a good cause. Live music and stalls.

25 July from 11am

Family fun day at Homelands Farm, Ashley Heath (where the car boot is held). Bouncy castles, barbecue, magician, craft and produce stalls, pony rides, birds of prey, games, competitions and a raffle. Money raised will go towards a pain-relieving operation for local mother of two Sam Butcher.

29 July 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society. John Bowdler playing a Technics GA3 plus Theatre Organ in a Box at the Hub, Verwood. £7 (members £5). 01202 814976

30 July 7.30pm

Professor Ann Heilman talk on ‘Hardy, women and marriage’, Dorset County Museum, Dorchester. www.hardycountry.org

5 August

Barrington Theatre coach tour to City of Wells and Cheddar. Departing from Wimborne, West Moors and Ferndown. £18.40 per person. 01202 894858

5 August 12noon

Ferndown Probus Club lunch and talk ‘The Gurkhas’, Dudsbury Golf Club. 01202 875757

7 August3 September 10am-4pm

An August assortment at the Hayloft Gallery, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch. Original locally made arts and crafts. Admission free.

8 August 65th Annual Show, Somerley Estate, Ringwood

9 August Barrington Theatre coach tour to Oxford. Departing from Wimborne, West Moors and Ferndown. £18.40 per person. Book on 01202 894858

10 August 7.30pm ‘A trip to the Western Cape of South Africa’ by Martin Catford. Wimborne Horticultural Society, Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. £1, non-members £2.

12 August 10.30am-12.15pm ‘Swanage Railway, British Rail Closure to The Present Day’, talk and visual presentation by Mike Stollery in The Cedar Room, Haskins Garden Centre, Longham, in support of The Phoenix Stroke Survivors Support Group, Wimborne. 01202 884737

13-31 August Ringwood Art Society’s 47th summer exhibition, Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood.

22 August 1.30pm West Moors Horticultural Society, West Moors Memorial Hall, summer show. 01202 871536

26 August 7.30pm Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society. Elizabeth Harrison playing a Roland Atelier at the Hub, Verwood. £7 (members £5). 01202 814976

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What is this mystery object?

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THE SEARCHERS IN CONCERT Friday 21 August

The Regent Centre in Christchurch has teamed up with mags4dorset to offer two tickets to see The Searchers in concert. With such classic hits as Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away and When You Walk In The Room, The Searchers have contributed towards establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry. The decade that gave us The Beatles as well as The Searchers and many others was very special and will go down in history as being the most imaginative period of music creativity and expression.

To win a pair of tickets to see The Searchers answer the following question:

Who is The Searchers’ drummer? Fordingbridge Museum is asking readers to help them identify a mystery object that they have in their store room. Museum Trustee Julian Hewitt said, “It’s about 2.5 feet by 3 feet and is made of quite thick leather. It is covered in straps and what look like pockets that are held together by very robust looking rivets. Our staff are all mystified by the item which is part of the collection of artefacts once owned by John Shering that forms the basis of the museum collection. John collected a wide range of historical items most of which have been easily identified but this one has got us all baffled. We would welcome any suggestions as to what it might be and would be thrilled if we were to get a positive identification.” Readers can drop into the museum to have a look at the item or can phone 01425 657850 if they know what it is.

HOW2ENTER Enter at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer to: The Searchers competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 20 July 2015. The first correct answer 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.

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The Barrington Centre is running coach tours from Ferndown with pick up points in Wimborne and West Moors. Tour manager David Hale says, “Everyone can travel regardless of ability. Wheelchairs can be accommodated and we welcome children.” As well as the tour manager, there is a hostess on board. The executive coaches offer comfort, complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits as well as an on-board lavatory. Tours are booking fast and extra coaches can be provided according to demand. For details of upcoming tours, see the listings opposite. Book on 01202 894858 or visit www. barringtoncentre.co.uk Any profit will be donated to the Ferndown Community Association. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Are you wondering what to do with the kids over the summer holidays? Look no further than this extended School’s Out! feature. There are so many ideas that you will be spoiled for choice plus there are competitions to give you the chance to win some amazing prizes.

Water of load fun! To get you in the holiday mood, here is your chance to win tickets for a memorable time messing about in the water with your kids

Your chance to win a FAMILY TICKET to NEW FOREST AQUA PARK The UK’s first outdoor Aqua Park (in partnership with Heart FM) launched in the New Forest in May 2015. Similar to the assault course used on ‘Total Wipeout’, the Wibit Aqua Park consists of interlocking sections providing endless on-water activities from the likes of slides, see-saws, trampolines and even a climbing ice tower. The inflatable, interlocking modules provide hours of fun at New Forest Water Park for participants aged from 6 to 66. Mags4dorset in conjunction with the New Forest Water Park is offering a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) for the Wibit Aqua Park*. For your chance to win, answer the following question:

When was the Aqua Park launched? Enter on-line at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer to Aqua Park Competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN by Friday 24 July 2015. The first correct answer drawn will be the winner. There is no cash alternative. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd and New Forest Water Park are not permitted to enter. The editor’s decision is final. * Terms and conditions apply

Info file: The park is open from 11am with on hour bookings of £15 per session. • Sessions are 1 hour long • £15 per person - 1 hour session • £5 per person for wetsuit hire (optional) • Exclusive hire available for up to 60 people • Phone: 01425 656868 • Location: off the A338 between Ringwood and Fordingbridge, SP6 2EY www.newforestwaterpark.co.uk

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BU’S FESTIVAL OF LEARNING Fancy meeting your inner monkey?

How about making a TV show, playing wheelchair basketball or finding out what your fingertips say about you? These are just some of the 150+ free events taking place as part of Bournemouth University’s Festival of Learning this summer. Now in its third year, the festival runs from Saturday 11 to Friday 17 July - with a wide range of interactive workshops, events and seminars open to the public. These include family-friendly activities, professional development opportunities, sports classes, theatre performances, and chances to find out more about the work and research taking place at BU. New this year will be a family day on Saturday 11 July, with a host of activities suitable for all ages and interests – including two talks by naturalist and TV presenter Chris Packham. Professor John Vinney, Vice-Chancellor of Bournemouth University, said: “Over the course of the week, we’ll have over 150 events ranging from interactive workshops, family activities and public lectures to opportunities to get involved in our research. “Whether you’re part of a business, looking for something different to do with the family, or are simply inspired by learning new things - there’s something for everyone.”

To find out more, or to book onto events, visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/fol or call 01202 962362

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Yo tival to Bournemouth Air Fes Here’s your chance to win a return trip to Bournemouth Air Festival and let the bus take the strain. You’ll be driven in style onboard a classic London bus directly to the seafront where you

can spend the day enjoying the sights and sounds of the festival. With two departure and collection times, you can plan your day your own way. Cost £7 return, child £3.50. The Barrington Centre is running the return trips and has teamed up with mags4dorset to offer a family pass (2 adults and 2 children) on any one of the following dates: 20, 21, 22 and 23 August. Departure times are: Wimborne 9am and 11.45am, Ferndown 9.30am, 11.15am. Collection: Bournemouth seafront at 4pm and 7pm. All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning this family pass is answer the following: Which RAF aerobatic team will take to the skies again at this year’s Bournemouth Air Festival? Enter online at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer to Return Trip, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EN by 20 July 2015. The first correct answer drawn will be the winner. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd and the Barrington Centre are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final. www.barringtoncentre.co.uk

Honeybrook Do you have a budding Ray Mears or Bear Grylls at home? Then get them involved with Wild Skills Wednesdays Outdoor Adventure at Honeybrook Farm. Get hands-on learning practical survival skills – collect natural materials from the woods to build shelters and make fires to cook on, forage and catch wild food, learn to tie knots and navigate around the woods. Wild Skills Wednesdays at Honeybrook Farm utilise the magical river meadows and surrounding countryside. The activities are aimed at encouraging children from 6 years onwards, to reconnect with the natural landscape, learn practical skills, make new friends, roam and explore freely in a safe environment. From 10am to 3pm every Wednesday in the school summer holidays, starting 22 July. £25 per child – all equipment and refreshments are provided but practical footwear, long trousers and a packed lunch are essential. Discounts available for multiple bookings. For more info or to book: info@honeybrook.org or 01202 881120 www.honeybrook.org

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Gaunts House invites you to its Summer celebration of Yoga, Music, Healing and Dance. The annual summer festival is jam packed with yoga and meditation workshops, sound baths, live music and stalls. The festival aims to gather people together to celebrate, learn and most importantly have fun in a spiritually charged location within the peaceful Dorset countryside. To book your tickets call: 01202 841522

¾ 50 things to do before you’re 11 This summer the children can get closer to nature and enjoy the outdoors by completing their ’50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities at the National Trust property of Kingston Lacy. From den building and making a trail with sticks to hunting for bugs, there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained. On Fridays from 24 July to 28 August enjoy ‘Wild Art Fridays’, free drop-in workshops being organised in conjunction with Walford Mill Crafts. Workshop will be running from 11am–1pm, normal admission applies: · 24 July – twig stars · 31 July – leaf garlands · 7 August – natural artists implements · 14 August – weaving with nature · 21 August – stick crowns · 28 August – garden bug house Pack a picnic and the sun cream and spend a day enjoying the Kingston Lacy garden and woodland with the whole family. If the weather is dry take your shoes off and enjoy a walk on the lawn. Open daily from 10.30am – 6pm. To find out more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy

A week of family events The Summer Family Festival at the Red House Museum is a week filled with family events from pop-up exhibitions to storytelling, workshops and shows. Check the website and Facebook, runs 11–15 August; followed by A Very Vintage Afternoon 1pm to 4pm on 16 August that includes live music and cream teas served on vintage china.

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Ski-bobs, Ringos and much more!

A visit to this multi award-winning park is guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained. Soak up some of Dorset’s finest scenery with a wagon ride or a daring tractor trailer ride down the valley. Grab the chance to ‘drive’ a farm tractor. Join in the fascinating daily talks and tours or wander around interesting exhibits from days gone by. Children can be kept occupied for hours with an undercover gokart arena, straw fun barn with drop slide and zip wire, adventure play, children’s fairground rides, pony rides and more. Tasty home cooked food is available at Smokey Joes café. All in all - a unique and memorable day out that offers great value too! By visiting the park you will also be helping to provide a permanent home for over 20 rescued heavy horses.

Everyone is welcome at Snowtrax; a family friendly centre full of exciting activities for the kids. Try riding the Ski-bobs or spinning down the slopes in a Ringo. Your day won’t be complete without a visit to the Alpine Adventure Park, full of trampolines, swings and a huge fort, it couldn’t be more fun! Visit Snowtrax for a unique party experience, bringing an element of excitement and adventure to any birthday party. All activities are carried out under the close supervision of wellqualified staff, leaving you to enjoy the day.

Flying experience at Liberty’s Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre near Ringwood is home to a large collection of birds of prey as well as a number of reptiles and other creepy crawlies. A visit will prove to be fun, exciting and educational. Observe the magnificent birds flying free and the reptiles up-close and personal in various displays held throughout the day or indoors if the weather is wet. Experience the thrill of falconry for yourself with Liberty’s Flying Experience Days - vouchers make ideal gifts. Liberty’s is also a rescue centre for wild birds of prey that have been injured or are in need of care before being released back to the wild. All medical and rehabilitation costs for these wild birds are funded through the entry charge and public donations. www.libertysfalconry.co.uk

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Kids in East Dorset and Christchurch won’t be bored over the summer holidays as a council publication lists an exciting and varied range of summer holiday activities for chidren

‘Summer Blast 2015’ gives a colourful listing for all ages at a variety of venues throughout Christchurch and East Dorset. For youngsters who enjoy sport and adventure, you can find arts and play events, swimming timetables and sporting courses at local Leisure Centres: QE Leisure Centre, Ferndown Leisure Centre, Two Rivers Meet Leisure Centre, Verwood Hub & Potterne Park. Get the Wimbledon Fever and take part in tennis activities at either Christchurch Tennis Club or Wimborne Minster Tennis Club. Activate Coast and Countryside is encouraging children to get outside and be active with an offering of fun activities including surfing and mountain biking. Nature lovers can find out about everything going on at Moors Valley Country Park and adventures at Edmondsham Forest School. Lovers of arts, crafts and historical activities will be interested in finding out about events at Walford

Mill Crafts, Highcliffe Castle and Priest’s House Museum. The Sting in the Tale - a Festival of Stories - will be once again bringing a beautiful programme of storytelling venues in and around East Dorset and Christchurch. All children’s events are listed in the Summer Blast. This year a special storytelling premier will be taking place on Wimborne Square involving aliens, rockets and town trails so look out for ‘Welcomes Alien Visitors to Earth ’ (WAVE).

Summer Blast 2015 can be downloaded from www.dorsetforyou.com/ summer-blast or picked up for free from any of the participating venues.

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Christchurch Cheese & Chilli Festival

Now in its second year, the Christchurch Cheese & Chilli Festival is a fun-filled day out for the whole family. This year’s festival is on 11 and 12 July from 10am-5pm on both days. With 60 food market stalls to explore, along with an ale festival, live music, free talks and masterclasses, childrens’ activities and a chilli eating competition there will be something for everyone. It’s taking place at Bournemouth Sports Club, Chapel Gate, East Parley, Christchurch, BH23 6BL. Entrance £5 per adult, children free. For more information visit www.cheeseandchillifestival.com

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Laser Quest Bournemouth The South Coast’s Biggest and Best Laser Tag Adventure!

Whether you’re 6 or 66 you’ll love the adrenaline pumping exhilaration of stalking your opponents and unleashing a volley of laser fire in the Battle-Zone of the next century! The experience is exhilarating and immersive… with fun lurking around every corner. This is the ultimate in interactive entertainment! Laser Quest provides a unique venue with the emphasis on exhilarating fun and excitement whatever the occasion. Laser Quest is in essence a game of tag with a twist! Points are awarded every time you ‘zap’ another player, with points deducted every time you are ‘zapped’. At the end of each game, scores are displayed on a giant score screen, with each player receiving an individual score card that has a breakdown of the score. The game is played in a purpose-built arena with castle towers, turrets, ramps, mazes, swirling fog and state-of-the-art sound and lighting effects. Laser Quest offers a wide range of packages - turn up and play (booking recommended) or celebrate a birthday with one of Laser Quest’s party packages. In May 2015 Laser Quest was awarded a Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor.

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MONTHLY HOROSCOPES with RUSSELL GRANT JULY 2015

ARIES March 21 - April 20 A second Full Moon falls at the end of July, warning of burnout. Try not to spread yourself too thin. It might be a good idea to turn down a couple of invitations. TAURUS April 21 - May 21 A former lover will make their way back into your life in late July. Revisiting old times will be fun, but beware of renewing your commitment. A second Full Moon on the 31st forces you to cancel family plans for the sake of work. It really can’t be helped; your office will be terribly short staffed. GEMINI May 22 - June 21 The New Moon on the 16th is ideal for finding a better job, getting a raise, or finding another source of income. Neither a lender nor a borrower be during the second half of July. You wouldn’t want to spoil a perfectly good friendship over a petty matter like money. CANCER June 22 - July 23 A second Full Moon on the 31st puts an additional strain on a troubled relationship. Think about parting ways from a sarcastic friend who is always putting you down.

LEO July 24 - August 23 The second half of July gives you a double dose of charisma. It will be virtually impossible to resist your charms. A second Full Moon on the 31st prompts you to make a personal sacrifice for the one you love.

SAGITTARIUS November 23 - December 21 A second Full Moon on the 31st brings startling news about a relative. You might have to postpone a holiday as a result. Try not to be disappointed. This cancellation will be a blessing in disguise.

VIRGO August 24 - September 23 The New Moon on the 16th prompts you to go after a cherished dream. This is a great time to change direction if you are unhappy in your career. Even if you do love your job, you will benefit from having an engrossing hobby.

CAPRICORN December 22 - January 20 The New Moon on the 16th is ideal for making up, getting engaged, or reciting vows. Your best friend or lover will help you realise a cherished dream on or around the 21st. This calls for a celebration. A second Full Moon falls on the 31st, warning against unnecessary expenditures. Be frugal as July turns to August.

LIBRA September 24 - October 23 You’ll have more time for solitary pursuits during the second half of July. Take this opportunity to read, write and play music. Expressing your creative side will lift your spirits. A second Full Moon will rise on the 31st, putting strain on a romantic relationship. SCORPIO October 24 - November 22 The New Moon on the 16th brings an exciting opportunity to travel, study, or write. It looks as if you will get paid to have fun, which is an even bigger bonus. A second Full Moon on the 31st will force you to scale back your office hours for the sake of family.

AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19 A friend’s sarcasm is too much to bear on the 19th. You need to be honest about how these scathing comments affect you. A second Full Moon falls on the 31st, prompting you to make more demands of a romantic or business partner. PISCES February 20 - March 20 A second Full Moon on the 31st brings an embarrassing secret to light. If you exaggerated the extent of your experience at work, it’s time to come clean. Your colleagues will respect your honesty. Vector Graphics by VectorOpenStock.com

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