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HelloReaders

If Peter, Paul and Mary were writing a song today they might do well to call it Where have all the squirrels gone?

I’ve asked myself this question a number of times since the beginning of the year and I still haven’t come up with an answer.

Our garden in West Moors with its tall pine trees used to be squirrel junction, and it was the same in Mum’s back garden. We couldn’t look out of the window without spotting one prancing across the lawn, but not any more.

And I don’t think it’s just our gardens that are devoid of squirrels. When out walking in the local woodland, I rarely see a squirrel. I can only assume they are either suffering with some catastrophic disease that is wiping them out, or that they have been poisoned.

Then it occurred to me that if I asked 4Dorset readers if they still see squirrels in their gardens, I might get some indication of whether the demise in West Moors is peculiar to our village, or whether this grey squirrel wipe-out is more general.

If you have noticed an unusual lack of squirrels, do let me know.

I’m sure I can hear some people cheering at the thought of no squirrels, but if they are dropping like proverbial flies, what else is dying out that we haven’t yet noticed?

Moving to another subject, at the time of writing I had no idea if we were in or out of the EU, hence no comment.

Before signing off I must say a big thank you and farewell to Dan Lee, our designer. After four years with MAGS4DORSET, it’s sad to see him go, but he’s leaving to get more involved with web design at another local company, and we wish him well.

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REARS ITS UGLY HEAD Campaigners are furious that the woodland area at Uddens Drive, south of the A31 near the Old Thatch and accessed

by Wimborne Road West, is now Dorset County Council’s ‘preferred site’ to resurrect plans for an industrial incinerator.

Chairman of the Friends of Uddens and Cannon Hill Woodlands, Janet Healey said, “A 40m chimney, whose fumes will encompass schools and housing within a wide area, could potentially lead to health issues for all under its shadow.

“An estimated 100 lorries a day will use the site 24/7, every day of the year. The closure of Brook Road tip will transfer an annual 100,000 cars to the area, creating massive impact on already virtually gridlocked roads.

There will be an inevitable increase in flies and vermin to the area.

“The loss of this green belt woodland, which is home to a plethora of wildlife and plants, forms recreational access for the people of Ferndown, Longham, Stapehill and Colehill, and

is the all-weather link to the wider area, also suitable for wheelchair users, cyclists and horse riders via the Castlemain Trailway.”

Dorset County Council maintains that although the land at Blunts Farm was considered in 2004/5 for development of a waste treatment facility, it was not included in the 2006 adopted waste plan mainly because Blunts Farm was green belt land.

“Things have moved on and this land is now allocated employment land,” said a spokesperson for Dorset County Council.

“The development of waste facilities on employment land is consistent with national planning policy for waste.

“Land to the south west of Blunts Farm, within the green belt, is also being considered for waste development. The Forestry Commission have suggested that this land be considered as an alternative to Blunts Farm as they have aspirations for the development of a high quality employment site at Blunts

Farm. This is a consultation to seek the community’s views on the proposed sites.

Following this consultation the responses will be considered and further work will be undertaken before reaching a decision on a preferred site for inclusion in the final plan.”

The spokesperson pointed out that responses to the consultation in 2004/5 were specific to the plan being prepared at that time adding, “It is important that we maintain a clear distinction between this and the current emerging plan.

So much has changed in the last 10 years with regards to the management of waste and now is the opportunity for the community to have their say on the new proposals.”

Visit www.dorsetforyou. com/waste-plan.

To comment on the proposals email mwdf@dorsetcc.gov.uk before 5pm on 21 July.

Or write to: Minerals and Waste Policy Team, WP01, Planning Division, Environmental Services, County Hall, Colliton Park, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. To contact the Friends visit www.cannonhillfriends. org.uk. Or email admin@ cannonhillfriends.org.uk

Model Town celebrates

silver milestone

It was 25 years ago this year, that Wimborne Model Town was relocated to its present position in King Street.

Its fascinating history and the details of how the model town was moved piece by piece by an enthusiastic group of volunteers who were determined to save it from being lost forever, is encapsulated in a souvenir publication available now at the model town.

All proceeds of the cover price of the A4 glossy souvenir 40-page guide, will go towards the upkeep and future preservation of this popular attraction that offers children a peek into the past, as well as giving them the opportunity to feel like giants for the day.

For your copy of this limited edition publication, either visit the model town, or telephone 01202 881924 for further details.

The souvenir was produced free of charge for the model town by

MAGS4DORSET, supported generously by local businesses, some of which were in existence when the model town was built.

LAWRENCE OF ARABIA’S motorcycle returns to Clouds Hill A vintage motorcycle once owned by TE Lawrence (of Arabia) has returned to Clouds Hill, the former home of the enigmatic scholar turned war-hero, now owned by the National Trust.

On Saturday 21 May the fully restored 1929 Brough Superior SS-100, nicknamed ‘George VI’ by Lawrence, joined 10 other bikes including ‘George IV’, a 1925 model he also owned and rode. With only three of his motorcycles known to have

survived until the present day, it was really special to have two of these formidable machines on display at the cottage.

Over 200 hundred visitors attended the event to mark the centenary since Lawrence became actively involved in the Arab Revolt of WWI, an involvement that ultimately led to his fame.

Lawrence owned seven different versions of these hand-built bikes. Each one came with a price tag to

George VI motorcycle at Clouds Hill © Tony Gill / National Trust

match, usually between £100-£185 - the average annual salary or the price of a small house in the 1920s.

It was whilst riding George VI’s successor that Lawrence was fatally injured on 13 May 1935, only a few hundred yards from his beloved home.

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ARCTIC BEAR MELTS HEARTS

Do you remember the Steiff polar bear that was off to auction in Crewkerne?

(April 4Dorset). He has a new home.

The cuddly toy formed part of a remarkable variety of lots in Lawrences’ two-day collectors’ auction, which attracted interest from around the world.

Despite his wintry coat, the bear melted hearts as the bidding reached an incredible £2,310. In good company, a relation of his, a Steiff teddy bear in a snug red jacket made £1,460. Dragging his hooves was a Steiff donkey on wheels who managed to inspire bidders to part with the more modest amount of £480.

Durlston dolphin watchers mark time

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id you know that a dedicated team of volunteers have been looking out for dolphins off Dorset County Council’s Durlston Country Park for 28 years?

Durlston Dolphin Watch was established in 1988 with volunteers monitoring from the Coast Path between Durlston Head and Anvil Point. Bottlenose dolphins can be observed up to one mile out at sea. Volunteers record numbers, size, markings, travelling direction, behaviour and formation.

A clear photograph of a dorsal fin offers the chance to identify individual dolphins, including a pod known as Benty, Nick, Spot, Bob and Lumpy.

Sighting details can be logged via Facebook, e-mail or via the Durlston website, where visitors can learn of recent and past sightings; find out how to volunteer; or subscribe for Durlston Dolphin text alerts.

Countryside ranger Paul Jones said, “Our band of dedicated volunteers regularly catch sight of passing dolphins but so have many visitors, including school groups and wedding parties. Reports from the public are vital to help protect these amazing creatures and ensure they continue to visit our coast.”

When asked what has kept her dolphin watching for 21 years Judith Lodge replied, “It is a bonus if we see dolphins as it is still a nice peaceful way to spend an hour watching birds and boats.”

Up to 25 regular dolphin watchers have built up a vital data set over the years and more volunteers are always needed.

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Happy Birthday Your Majesty There were many local street parties, school parties and house parties to help celebrate the Queen’s official birthday on Saturday 11 June. Here are a few photographs of some of the events in the area.

Juniper Close street party

King’s Park Academy pupils put the flags out for Her Majesty

Manorside pupils Maisie Booker and Alfie Phillips pose in their Queen’s birthday crowns

Cake fit for a queen made by King’s Park Academy chef David Olsen (pictured)

The Mayor of Bournemouth Cllr Eddie Coope celebrates with King’s Park Academy

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Christchurch

New chairman for East Dorset “It is an honour to be appointed chairman of this prestigious council.

I look forward to attending as many civic and ceremonial functions to enhance the council’s profile and promote its initiatives and business opportunities,” said Cllr David Shortell following his election as the new chairman for East Dorset District Council.

Born and brought up in Dorchester, he and his wife Elizabeth have lived in West Moors since 1993 and have two children.

David was educated at London University, where he studied Business Management and became a director

of two companies. An experienced district councillor, he is very active in the local community, having been chairman of Ferndown Cricket Club and involved with West Moors Youth Club. David is also a member of St Mary’s Church in West Moors.

His charity objectives for the year are to help support the Multiple Sclerosis Society for Bournemouth & District, and the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation in the further support of ‘Ferndown Upper School Centre of Excellence and Industrial Liaison.’

David will be supported throughout the year by Elizabeth.

splash park is open

Following extensive resurfacing work, the splash park on the Quomps at Christchurch Quay is now open.

Elizabeth and David Shortell

NOMINATED TO SEE THE QUEEN Christine Oliver who has designed and coordinated the last seven Flower Festivals held in Wimborne Minster attended a Buckingham Palace Garden Party in May. She took her husband Anthony as her escort.

“We had a lovely afternoon”, said Christine, “in near perfect weather conditions and were presented to both Princess Beatrice and the Duke of Gloucester.”

Christine continued, “I have loved being involved with the Minster Flower Festivals but they have only been possible as a result of team effort.

“It was certainly a nice surprise to be invited to one of The Queen’s tea parties.”

Christine

and Anthony

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Sharing agreement to alleviate crime Dorset Police signed a data sharing agreement with Boscombe Business Watch on 20 May to enable them to alleviate crime in Boscombe town centre.

The information sharing agreement allows Dorset Police to share electronic data, photographic images and information with Boscombe Business Watch. It seeks to assist members in identifying named offenders who have been convicted or cautioned for offences relating to retail theft, in accordance with data protection.

Canopy Appeal

CAR SHOW

Victoria Education Centre for Disabled Young People in Poole recently held a Car Show & Vintage Day to raise money for their Canopy Appeal The fun filled day of entertainment included displays, food stalls, birds of prey and a variety of vehicles.

Sporting Bears, who raise money for children’s charities in the UK, brought along their ‘muscle cars’, including a Porsche 981 Boxter Spyder and a Mercedes C63 AMG. The Canopy Appeal has been set up to raise funds for an 80m walkway between two buildings of the school, which desperately requires a covering, as disabled students are open daily to the elements as they cross between them.

At a cost of approximately £90,000 the school has a way to go but thanks to the incredible generosity and support from so many people at the car show, the school is one step closer to fulfilling this much-needed facility.

If you would like to get involved in fundraising or make a donation to Victoria Education Centre, please contact Sue Stratis on 01202 763697 or email vec@victoria.poole. sch.uk for further information.

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Return of the ‘lost’ Canford Cup Missing from public view for over 150 years, a yachting trophy that pre-dates the America’s Cup has returned to a local regatta

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he Canford Cup was first awarded in the 1849 Poole Regatta when it was won by the yacht The Gleam and then not awarded again for 167 years.

The silver Georgian cup was recently bought at auction in London by Poole Museum. The

Mayor of many distinctions ELECTED IN BOURNEMOUTH

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he new Mayor of Bournemouth, Cllr Edward “Eddie” Jesser Coope, was once the mayor of Christchurch and is the first Bournemouth councillor to have been a mayor in two adjacent boroughs.

Born in Christchurch and educated locally he served in the army for seven years. After leaving in 1981 he studied surveying and worked both offshore and onshore as a hydrographic/ land surveyor around the world.

purchase was funded by donations to the museum and from the yachting community, coordinated

by Peter Burt of the Poole Maritime Trust.

On 30 May, the trophy saw daylight when it was presented

by Poole Mayor Xena Dion to the

He married Janet in 1984, and they have two children.

In 1987, Eddie set up his own landscaping business.

In the same year he was elected onto Christchurch Borough Council serving until 1995, when he was mayor of the borough (1994/95).

He was chair and vicechair of Burton Youth Centre for 20 years and chair of the

overall winner of the International Paints Poole Regatta, Sam Laidlaw sailing Aguila in IRC3.

Following the presentation, the coveted trophy was returned to Poole Museum, where it will be on display with the winner’s photograph and name.

Christchurch Sea Cadets Unit for 10 years. He is currently on the board of the Hengistbury Head Outdoor Education Centre.

In 2007, Eddie was elected onto Bournemouth Borough Council. He is also the Bournemouth Borough Council representative on the Christchurch Harbour steering committee.

His hobbies include tennis, sailing and swimming and he enjoys spending time with his family.

The mayor will be supporting three charities during his year in office.

Mayor of Bournemouth

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Thinking ahead - Advertising feature -

Anthony O’Hara, Manager of Nicholas O’Hara Funeral Directors, says one of the best things you can do for your family and loved ones is to take the worry and burden out of arranging a funeral for you, should the worst happen.

At Nicholas O’Hara they can do this for you by arranging a Golden Charter funeral plan so the important details are already arranged in advance.

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funeral plan is so easy to do. The staff will talk matters through with you either in your own home or at their premises to ascertain your exact requirements. For the finer details you can go away and think these through, safe in the knowledge that you have done something really special to give your family peace of mind.

With the cost of a funeral going up every year, it also makes sense to plan and pay for it now at today’s prices. You can either do this as a cash sum, or with a simple low-cost repayment plan.

Nicholas O’Hara is a family business, started in 1974. There are now seven family members involved including Anthony, and 16 other staff across the three funeral homes of

Wimborne, Verwood and West Moors.

They offer a sincere and caring service to you and your loved ones at all times.

Anthony said, “Although some people are hesitant about making a funeral plan, relatives of the deceased are usually so relieved to know everything has been taken care of, removing the need for difficult decisions at their time of loss.”

Golden Charter is an independent network of funeral directors within the UK. The money from Golden Charter funeral plans is held in trust until needed. Should you move, you can take it with you to another location and another Golden Charter funeral director.

For more details call 01202 882134.

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Support British Sailing Heroes at the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series – Portsmouth 22-24 July 2016 Last year, close to a quarter of a million people visited Portsmouth to watch six America’s Cup teams battle it out on high-speed, flying catamarans. British team, Land Rover BAR took the honours in front of their home crowd with skipper Sir Ben Ainslie being presented the ‘Victory Trophy’ at the prizegiving by HRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

This July, the action returns to Portsmouth and it’s again all about fast-paced action on the water and thrills on land, as the teams reach speeds of 40 knots just metres away from the spectators on shore.

Tickets

Adult ‘Race Village’ tickets are priced from £25 per day, with half-price tickets for under-16s and free entry for the under-5s. You can upgrade to The ‘Premier Grandstand’, which includes a reserved grandstand seat with the best view of the racing.

For the dedicated fans, the new ‘Sailors Lounge’ ticket includes Race Village entry, a reserved ‘Premier Grandstand’ seat and access to an exclusive covered sailing club-style sports bar area with special guest speakers.

Don’t miss your last chance to support British heroes Land Rover BAR racing on home waters on their road to the America’s Cup.

For more information, visit: lvacwsportsmouth.com

The Race Village - fully immerse yourself in the America’s Cup! The best place to watch the action is from the ticketed ‘Race Village’ on Southsea seafront. This offers close-up views of the racing with the benefit of large screens broadcasting the racing action with live racing commentary and on-board footage with audio and amazing graphics.

Before and after the racing the main stage will feature expert insight and analysis from the competing teams.

Interactive content highlights include the ‘Tech Zone’ giving visitors the opportunity to meet FACEBOOK acwsportsmouth

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the sailors, kit and teams behind America’s Cup racing, and a covered retail area called ‘The Marketplace’.

Spectators can enjoy action off the water including three aerobatic displays including the Red Arrows, the Red Bull Matadors and the Blades plus demos from freestyle athletes in Southsea Skatepark.

There will also be quality food outlets and the Moet Champagne bar will be serving fizz or you can go nautical in Goslings Dark and Stormy Rum bar. It promises to be a great day out!

TWITTER @acwspmth

INSTAGRAM acwsportsmouth

The Duchess of Cambridge with Sir Ben Ainslie at a recent sailing team training session carried out during the Duchess’s visit to open a new Tech Deck Education Centre at the home of Land Rover BAR © Lloyd images

Charity of the Year

Cherry Tree Nursery Cherry Tree Nursery is a Sheltered Work Opportunities Project (SWOP) that promotes the fact that “having a mental illness does not mean you cannot have a happy life.”

This is the story of Matt, a volunteer who came to the plant nursery 20 years ago. It is a story that has inspired many people since, because they hope it can become their story too. Matt has continued working on projects to help Cherry Tree ever since.

“Cherry Tree Nursery saved my life. A bold claim, but one I know to be true. Having had a breakdown in 1996, I felt depressed, directionless and alone. My counsellor suggested I go along to Cherry Tree to see if they could help me, and I reluctantly agreed.

“Although the surroundings were basic, I felt a level of warmth and support from the staff and other volunteers I was not expecting. I agreed to join as a volunteer, and soon I was attending five days a week.

“There were many opportunities to take part in social events - over time, I started going to these events, which helped me overcome my social anxiety.

“As an out gay man in the 1990s, society was not as accepting as it is now. Despite this, I was encouraged by Cherry Tree to be proud of who I was.

“Throughout my time there, it was made clear that I could stay for as long as I needed to. This formed a large part in my recovery from mental illness, as it meant I could focus on getting well.

“I attended Cherry Tree for over three years, and during that time, I gained practical skills in office work, horticulture and customer service. It felt great to have a role, a purpose and a reason for getting up in the morning. I was able to get a retail job under a supported employment scheme, which I was able to access through Cherry Tree.

“Today, I am a different person to the scared, shy and lonely man I was 19 years ago. I strongly believe if it were not for Cherry Tree Nursery, I would not be here today.”

Cherry Tree Nursery, New Road, Northbourne. 01202-593537 contactus@cherrytreenursery.org.uk Blog: cherrytreenursery.wordpress.com

A338

FULLY OPEN

Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership and Dorset County Council announced the completion of the £22 million major renewal of the A338 at the end of May. All four lanes of the Bournemouth Spur road between Ashley Heath and Blackwater were open and roadwork free from 6am on 28 May, in time for the bank holiday weekend.

The nine month long £22 million major rebuild, funded through the Dorset Growth Deal, marks the end of the first of Bournemouth International Growth Programme’s transport and infrastructure projects aimed at unlocking suppressed growth around Bournemouth Airport and boosting the local economy.

Dorset County Council has been responsible for delivering the project on time and on budget.

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in with pets

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Sharing agreement to alleviate crime New primary school gets green light

ON CHRISTCHURCH GREEN BELT Despite several hundred local objections to a new primary school being built on green belt at Marsh Lane, Christchurch, it has received full planning permission following approval from the Secretary of State.

Chris Chope MP for Christchurch said he was “in despair at the government’s refusal to protect the Green Belt.”

He added that the announcement by the Minister, Brandon Lewis, that the planning application was not to be referred to an independent public enquiry was a “kick in the teeth to all those who believe that the Green Belt is sacrosanct.

“Never before has the pressure on housing, schools and transport infrastructure been so great because of the steeply rising increase in population caused by unrestricted immigration,” he

said. “That is why protecting the Green Belt should be paramount.”

“All those who argued against the use of Green Belt land for additional primary school places believed that those places could be provided on existing brownfield sites. The letter from the Minister does not even make any reference to the Green Belt but merely to the fact that the application should be determined at local level. This is an invitation to developers to undermine the integrity of the Green Belt which has, hitherto, been at the heart of Conservative Party policy on planning and the environment,” said Chris Chope.

To build on green belt land is a departure from usual county council policy but the council has stated that the urgent need for a new school coupled with the limited amount of land available in the area, meant independent

consultants identified the site at Marsh Lane as the best site.

Dorset County Councillor, Deborah Croney, cabinet member for Learning and Skills was pleased with the decision: “This is fantastic news and signals the beginning of a very exciting time for the county council, the school, parents and the parents’ action group who have campaigned for a new primary school in Christchurch for many years,” she said.

“I am delighted that the Secretary of State has approved our application and that we are now able to properly and permanently address the pressure for more school places in Christchurch.”

The overall cost of the build is estimated at £7m. It has been provided by funding from Dorset County Council through its ‘Basic Need’ programme.

Work is expected to start this summer and the new school should be ready in September 2017.

To see full plans for the school visit www.dorsetforyou.com/ christchurchprimaryschool

Dorset Police signed a data sharing agreement with Boscombe Business Watch on 20 May to enable them to alleviate crime in Boscombe town centre.

The information sharing agreement allows Dorset Police to share electronic data, photographic images and information with Boscombe Business Watch.

It seeks to assist members in identifying named offenders who have been convicted or cautioned for offences relating to retail theft, in accordance with data protection.

ASK THE VET Q: My dog is itching a lot – how do I know if he’s got fleas and what can I do about it?

A: Itchy dogs are very common at this time of year, and whilst there are many reasons that dogs can be itchy, one of the first things to do is to rule out a flea problem.

I’m glad to say, there’s an easy test that you can do at home: wet a piece of white paper towel and using a fine toothed comb (or a flea Don’t forget to email Jade comb that you can purchase from a pet shop) your questions to be chosen brush along your dog’s back in a few strokes. for the August issue: Wipe what you have collected onto the wet hello@hillsidevets.co.uk paper towel. Sometimes you will see a live

flea but usually you will only see flea dirt (this looks like dried coffee grounds). Flea dirt, which contains blood, will form a rusty halo when pushed into the wet towel. This confirms that fleas are present.

A female flea can lay over 200 eggs in her lifetime and the entire lifecycle of the flea can take as little as two weeks under ideal, warm conditions. 95% of a flea infestation is made up of immature fleas, lurking in carpets, furniture and bedding, waiting to develop.

There is an overwhelming array of flea products available. I have seen so many animals who have been given ineffective over-the-counter products, and so I only recommend prescription treatments. These can come as spot-on preparations, tablets or flea collars. The good news is that many of them will work against other parasites too, such as ticks.

Sometime a good quality household spray also needs to be used to break the life cycle by preventing immature forms from developing and the process starting all over again.

If you find that fleas are present, my advice is to make an appointment with your vet who will be able to give you the best treatment to fit yours, and your dog’s, needs.

Dogs can be susceptible to allergies (particularly at this time of year) and so if fleas aren’t found to be present, it could be that something else is bothering your dog, like grass seeds. Again, an appointment with your own vet is advisable.

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

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‘LEGAL HIGHS’ ARE NOW ILLEGAL

A blanket ban on the sale of New Psychoactive Substances came into force on 26 May 2016, outlawing the trade in so-called ‘legal highs’ Also known as New Psychoactive Substances at serious risk of self-harm. Feelings of mind they are capable of affecting a person’s and body separation can occur, interfering mental or emotional state, mimicking the with judgement, putting people at risk of effects of drugs such as cocaine and ecstasy, harm from acting carelessly or dangerously, but are structurally different enough to avoid particularly in unsafe environments. being classed as class A, B, or C drugs.

What concerns experts, too, is that One type are designed to make people there has been little or no useful research feel overconfident and disinhibited but can into the short or long-term risks from human induce feelings of anxiety, panic, confusion, consumption. Psychoactive substances have paranoia, and even cause widely different strengths and psychosis, which can lead to effects on different people. You takers putting their own safety can become addicted too.

The new law at risk. They can put a strain The new law makes makes it illegal on the heart, nervous and it illegal to supply any soimmune systems. People may called ‘legal highs’ for human to supply any feel quite low for a while after consumption. This includes so-called “legal they’ve stopped using them. selling them or giving them Another type are designed highs” for human away for free (even to friends), to be more sedative, reducing when they are going to be consumption inhibitions and concentration taken for their psychoactive but they slow down reactions effects. Importing them from and make people feel abroad will also be a crime. lethargic, forgetful or physically unsteady, Police, working in partnership with placing them at risk of accidents. They can Trading Standards will take action where they cause unconsciousness, coma and death, find people supplying them. Punishments particularly when mixed with alcohol and/ range from a prohibition notice, which acts as or other ‘downer’ drugs. Some people a formal warning, to seven years in prison. feel very anxious when they stop taking If you have information about the them and may need medical attention. sale of New Psychoactive Substances or The last type are hallucinogenic but can ‘legal highs’ please report it to Trading cause confusion and panic, making people Standards via the Citizens Advice behave erratically and put their own safety consumer helpline on 03454 040506.

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Safe havens for those with Alzheimer’s Dorset Police is working in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Society, to establish ‘safe havens’, which aim to make people with dementia and related conditions safe in their communities.

The safe havens will be located in approved care homes or day centres, where anyone who is living with dementia and other related conditions can temporarily go if they are confused in a public place and are unable to provide sufficient information to be taken home.

Police officers or Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) will escort the individual to the safe haven and ensure they receive the appropriate care from staff there.

The officer will only leave when all parties agree that it is in the individual’s best interest to do so.

Alzheimer’s Society research, carried out with people who have dementia, asked participants what they felt were the biggest barriers to taking part in their local community.

Star letter of the month

I would like to say a personal heartfelt thank you to the manager of Verwood’s Costa Coffee who, after one polite request, had a doorbell installed enabling the busy staff to serve the disabled and less mobile customers who find it difficult to access through heavy doors. A small thing maybe, but so vital.

Marilyn Warburton, Verwood

The research revealed that nearly 70 per cent were concerned about becoming confused and lost while in public (Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Report, 2013).

The Safe Havens project aims to address these concerns and make people who have dementia related conditions feel comfortable and assured in their local areas.

Care homes or day centres that are interested in supporting the scheme should contact Alzheimer’s Society in Dorset by email to: admindorset@alzheimers.org.uk or by phone at 01202 764352.

If you, or someone you know, is worried about dementia, you can call Alzheimer’s Society’s National Dementia Helpline on 0300 222 1122 or email helpline@alzheimers.org.uk.

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Making the Team

Wow! Ferndown Leisure Centre has a great offer for you - join the centre’s children’s swim lesson programme for £20.16 with nothing more to pay until 1 September.

The offer runs from the 1–31 July and includes one swim lesson per week and free swimming per child during our all welcome sessions.

Being confident in the water by learning to swim, you gain a lifesaving skill, as well as being able to enjoy an activity throughout childhood and into adult life that will be invaluable in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Swimming, opens up so many opportunities, whether on holiday, or being able to join in and have fun with the family, especially within the area in which we live, surrounded by water.

Free Swim Assessment

To start your child’s journey to being a confident swimmer, Ferndown Leisure offers a free 10-15 minute swim assessment so they can find the right class for you.

In this digital age there is technology for everything and swimming is no exception!

You can review your child’s progress, move them to new sessions and review their achievements to date online at any time via the comfort of your home computer.

Finding Dory

Look out this summer for Finding Dory inspired family fun sessions – the new Disney Campaign running at Ferndown Leisure Centre’s pool.

Adult Learn to Swim

Research shows that 1 in 5 adults cannot swim, meaning approx 800,000 people within areas covered by Places for People could benefit from beginner lessons, and even more could benefit from improver or technique lessons. Now is a great time to start or get back in the water, as there is a brand new adult pathway, split into 4 stages of Beginner (Learn), Improver (Like), Technique (Love) and Advanced (Live), taking you from complete beginner to taking part in a triathlon or Masters swimming. There is a whole new social world beyond the water and Ferndown Leisure is here to help you find it.

For more information about swimming at Ferndown Leisure Centre, please contact the swim team on 01202 877468 or visit www.ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk

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Sweet gesture for the county’s cancer sufferers

Defibrillator for Iford Golf Centre The Bournemouth Area Defibrillator Group (BAD) has donated a £1,000 Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to Iford Golf Centre to increase survival rates for people experiencing cardiac arrest

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o training is required to use the AED because the device is able to guide users through each step of the defibrillation process by providing audio and visual prompts, meaning passers-by can give aid quickly to those in distress instead of waiting for paramedics to arrive.

Sudden cardiac arrest is the UK’s biggest killer, annually claiming more lives than breast cancer, lung cancer and AIDS combined.

Research from the Arrhythmia Alliance

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demonstrates an average of 100,000 UK residents die of sudden cardiac arrest every year.

The BAD group is a local support group for people with Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) and their families. It is supported by the Arrhythmia Specialist Nursing Team at Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) and affiliated to the Heart Rhythm Charity, Arrhythmia Alliance, which is currently campaigning to increase the placement of public access defibrillators.

Pupils from Talbot Heath School in Bournemouth have used their baking skills to help Dorset’s cancer sufferers

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lass 5P at the school in Rothesay Road, Talbot Woods, made cup cakes, flapjacks, cake pops, toffee apples and all manner of fairy cakes for a tea party in aid of Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF). Not surprisingly their confections sold like ‘hot cakes’ and the event raised £145.20 for the cancer charity.

Dorset Cancer Care Foundation provides practical help for cancer sufferers by awarding grants to pay for everything from transport to and from hospital, to childcare, counselling and even household bills. DCCF were asking people to help them make more grants by hosting fundraising tea parties during the month of June.

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COULD YOU BE A FERNDOWN FRIEND? Small things that make a big difference

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any older people in Dorset can have their lives changed through contact with befriending schemes. Loneliness and isolation are common among older people living alone.

Volunteers provide a range of services to people who require additional support to remain

independent and active in their community. Anyone can become a volunteer and make a difference to someone else’s life. Even an hour a week will make a difference.

Services that can be provided by volunteers include home visits, sharing a cup of tea and a good conversation, shopping trips, reading to those visually impaired, assisting with correspondence,

YOU WON’T BE TAKEN FOR GRANTED! The Bournemouth and District Branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society is seeking a volunteer for a few hours a month to apply for grants. This would suit someone with previous charity fundraising experience or an admin background. The person would be supported by the branch based at West Parley during each grant application. Email shirley.worner@ntlworld.com or call 01202 570300 for more details.

accompanying people on short walks or sitting to relieve a carer.

There is no specialised requirement for volunteers, you just need to possess a willingness and desire to help, be committed to providing reliable, consistent support. Identify how much time you can give and what service you would like to offer, then enjoy sharing your time with others and meeting new people.

The benefits to both volunteers and older people are numerous and rewarding:    

you meet new people you learn new things about others and the area in which you live people retain their independence and self-esteem volunteers experience a feeling of contributing to an invaluable service and of making a real difference to the life of someone else.

If you would like more information, please contact Tina Damon of Sparks Royal Voluntary Service on 07736 825330.

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HEART RESEARCH UK’S HEALTHY BBQ TIPS

Pedal Power returns to fund

lifesaving heart equipment

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ournemouth Hospital Charity’s Pedal Power returns to the New Forest for its third year on Sunday 25 September and will raise money for heart equipment that reduces complications from heart procedures.

The cycling event will help fund a Vascular Transducer Probe, which will benefit over 700 patients each year who undergo a procedure to treat heart rhythm disturbances in the Heart Unit at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The new probe costs around £7,000 and will be used alongside the existing cardiac ultrasound machine.

It will allow the heart doctors to see blood vessels in the patient’s groin, reducing the risk of needle damage.

Dr Girish Babu, consultant cardiologist at the Heart Unit, said,

“Our Heart Unit provides specialist cardiac services for around one million people and the new probe will be a fantastic additional resource.

“Most people know someone who’s been affected by a heart condition and Pedal Power is a great way to support the unit while keeping fit and enjoying yourself.”

Starting and finishing in Burley, Pedal Power has something for cyclists of all abilities. The 10km route is family friendly and takes riders through the forest on a flat route, which suits little legs as well as legs that are new, or returning, to cycling.

The 50km and 100km routes are more challenging and are perfect for those who want to push themselves while raising money for a lifesaving unit.

To register for this event, please visit www.bournemouthhospitalcharity.org and complete the sign up form. Entry fees are £15 per person aged 16 and over, £7.50 for ages 5-15 and under 5s go free. To find out more, please call the charity office on 01202 704060.

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The cycling event saw over 130 cyclists raise more than £7,500 last year.

Heart Research UK has some sizzling ideas to help you host a healthy barbecue this summer. A spot of al-fresco dining, enjoying the freshest of seasonal ingredients in a heart-healthy array of colour is great for summer and, if you’re lucky, a good dose of vitamin D-boosting sunshine will appear too.

• Swap your usual sausages and burgers for heart-healthy seasonal fish like mackerel, salmon, halibut or tuna cooked ‘en papillote’ on the grill.

This means your food is steamed to perfection without the need for added fat - make yours out of barbequefriendly foil and cook over the coals for around 20 minutes.

• Allow your guests to personalise their parcels with an array of delicious seasonal vegetables. New potatoes, asparagus, courgettes, peppers, tomatoes, peas and mint are all at their best now, so buy local produce to keep food miles low as you shop for your five-a-day.

• Serve healthy accompaniments like a classic Nicoise salad, warm lentil and spinach salad along with a tasty homemade tomato salsa and crunchy crudités for a range of colourful, healthy sides.

• Make use of the barbecue’s heat to whip up a batch of crepes or pancakes for a tasty French classic dessert served with warm seasonal fruits like rhubarb, gooseberries, strawberries or blackcurrants and a scoop of ice cream or low-fat frozen yoghurt.

• Encourage your guests to alternate alcoholic drinks with water by keeping iced jugs of water with quartered oranges, lemons and limes for a refreshing citrus burst.

With a bit of preplanning, healthy doesn’t have to mean boring!

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Dorset Windows AT WOOLSBRIDGE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE Dorset Windows, a local family owned business, is proud to announce the opening of a brand new showroom on the Woolsbridge Industrial Estate, Three Legged Cross

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spacious and accessible ground-floor showroom showcases the extensive range of PVC and aluminium windows, composite doors, bi-folding doors and conservatories, as well as the latest in contemporary ‘sky rooms’.

Open six days a week, the showroom also benefits from free parking. Customers can enjoy a first-class, quality service from a personable and knowledgeable team. Fensa registered, Dorset Windows is a certified member of the Dorset Trading Standard’s Buy With Confidence scheme, as well as being

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a Which? Trusted Trader. All works and installations are carried out by experienced, company-trained fitting teams and all installations come with a fully inclusive 10-year workmanship and materials guarantee.

With over 20 years’ experience, Dorset Windows offers free, no obligation quotes, either at the new showroom, or at customers’ homes - at a time to suit their requirements, whether that’s during the day or early evening.

The company is owned and run by husband-and-wife team Martin and Kath Pumfrey, both of whom are handson in the showroom and provide friendly, expert advice to customers.

Martin and Kath are supported in the business by their sons, who handle many of the quotations and installations, alongside a team of dedicated qualified fitters, many of whom have been with Dorset Windows since it began.

Kath Pumfrey, Director at Dorset Windows, said, “We’re really excited to be welcoming customers to our new showroom at Three Legged Cross. It’s a great opportunity for visitors to not only view our fantastic range of traditional and

contemporary windows, doors, conservatories and other home improvements, but also to meet the Dorset Windows team. We’re a very friendly and professional team, with lots of experience and are happy to help with advice, recommendations and a free, no obligation quote service.”

WITH OVER 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE, DORSET WINDOWS OFFERS FREE, NO OBLIGATION QUOTES, EITHER AT THE NEW SHOWROOM, OR AT CUSTOMERS’ HOMES

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THE NEW SHOWROOM IS OPEN: 12 Victory Close, Woolsbridge Industrial Estate, Three Legged Cross, BH21 6SX Opening times: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm Saturday 9am – 12 pm

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Sam Cheetham

M&S FOODHALL OPENS

MEMORIAL

Ferndown Upper School held an unveiling of a mosaic made in memory of student Samuel Cheetham on Friday 20 May. Sam passed away in 2013. He would have been finishing Year 13 and many of his peers remember him as a deeply loved student and friend who is sorely missed.

His friends, staff, and his parents, Karen and Tim joined together for the afternoon. Art teacher Tim Holbrooke-Jones and Y13 student Sam Milsom prepared and read some moving speeches.

The event was a really lovely way of commemorating and remembering Sam, whilst finally getting to show the effort and love that went into the creation of his mosaic. It now takes pride of place outside the E-block building. ~ Phoebe Green, Y13 ~

Marks & Spencer will be opening its doors in Ferndown on 6 July.

The new Foodhall in Ringwood Road will be officially opened by the store manager Graeme Todd and his team at 10am. It has brought nearly 50 new jobs to the area.

NEW MAYOR OF FERNDOWN Councillor Mike Parkes was elected Mayor of Ferndown on 17 May This is the second time he has served as mayor, the first was in 2014/15 when he became Ferndown’s youngest mayor.

Now in his 40s, Mike first joined the town council in 1998 at the age of 26. He has always lived in Ferndown and has worked in the civil service since leaving school.

Mike has also been a retained Ferndown firefighter for over 20 years.

His charity for the year is Ferndown Community Association, which he says, “benefits all residents of the town across the entire age spectrum.”

The new deputy mayor is Councillor Mrs Cathy Lugg.

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MAKING YOUR

It is natural to want a beautiful kitchen or bathroom as unique as you are. At Lifestyle they work with you to design an entirely personal, quality kitchen or bathroom built around your needs and aspirations.

Lifestyle strive to be different and understand that you require adaptability that reflects your family and lifestyle, yet still provides a ‘wow’ factor. Whether your choice is classic,

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dream A reality contemporary, or rustic charm, Lifestyle offer a service that is exciting and stress-free at a price to suit your budget.

They understand that your project needs to be practical, functional yet unique. Established in 2012 and based in the centre of Ferndown, Lifestyle are a family-run business, that have recently expanded into bedroom and office furniture too.

FERNDOWN

cooks up

CHEF A TREAT

The new resident chef at Ferndown Royal British Legion, Lee Nicklen, is cooking up a treat. Sunday roasts are popular along with other dishes like poached salmon, meat or vegetable curries and pie of the day, as well as snacks.

A month’s free trial Lee Nicklen membership to the club has been introduced. Ali Manley, club secretary said, “We are starting to see the positive results of this initiative with more families coming along. In addition, we have seen numbers increase at our monthly Eat & Meet lunches.”

The refurbished kitchen has a hygiene rating of 5.

FERNDOWN’S Culture Week

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ABSEIL

A week of culture will take place in Ferndown from 10-16 July. It will see a series of events take place including ShowTime! on 14 July at the Barrington Theatre with Sensu’ Elle and her Burlesque Belles.

The week’s aims are to grow links between local organisations

offering cultural activities and to raise funds for charity. This year’s lead charity is the Ferndown Community Association.

Organiser, Cllr Steve Lugg said, “I encourage community organisations to

join in and run their own events during this week.”

Thrill seekers will be able to abseil down St Mary’s Church tower on 16 July. There is a £25 registration fee and participants should aim

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to raise at least £100 for either the Beacon Centre at St Mary’s or the Bus Stop Club, or both. For more details call Derek Howshall on 01202 892145 or email derek@howshall.com.

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Classy, Arty and Tuition the too - take next step!

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pbeat tuition in a friendly, purposebuilt studio is available to help you learn and improve your ‘Art with Class’, at the Art Trail Centre in Ferndown Structured adult watercolour term classes during the day or evening offer you the choice to suit your schedule in a social, productive, very informative and friendly ‘arty’ environment.

Taster all-inclusive workshops in August offer you the opportunity to try not only the class but also the style of teaching, with a special offer should you join the new term starting in September.

For more information contact 01202 877639 or www.arttrailcentre.co.uk

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Stewarts Centre Manager Jason Carter and Furniture Sales Assistant Laura Whitfield with a Chef I-300 worth £250

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BUSINESS | COMMUNITY | UNITY

OUTDOOR LIVING

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could win What you 3 Burner Barbecue Chef I-300

worth £250

Solablaze standard 1400W infra-red heater

worth £200

£60 voucher

supplied by MAGS4DORSET to spend at one of the businesses Listed below

Barbecue tools supplied by Solablaze

worth £30

Here is a chance to win the following prizes and enjoy a fabulous summer in the great outdoors.

Everyone can enter, but only one lucky person will carry off all these prizes worth a total of £540.

Will it be you?

BBQ

Infra-red heater

This summer, Stewarts Garden Centres are stocking a range of high-spec, stainless steel gas barbecues from Barbecue Chef.

The Chef I-300 from the range features: • • • • • • •

Stainless steel hood (double-skinned) and fascia panel, also three tubular burners Patio gas hose and regulator Enamel flavoriser bars Three tool hooks Bottle opener CE approved Cover and griddle

Stewarts’ Centre Manager at Broomhill, Wimborne, Jason Carter says that the well-designed, attractive I-300 will make it simple to cook all items on a BBQ menu, adding, “We have not long had the range on display and the interest is incredible. The layout is a practical design and the barbecue is built to last over many summers with its good quality sear plates and a solid galvanised frame.”

The Solablaze standard 1400W Infra-red heater in Titanium colour has several features:

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Powder-coated aluminium body Stainless Steel fixings Instant sun-like warmth for any recipient Less than 10p per hour to run Only warms you - not the air

Director of Solablaze, James Fletcher said, “Because the technology will only warm you, not the air, they are simply the cheapest form of instant electric heat available. We are using these items in a number of scenarios including dry saunas, log cabins and glass rooms, not to mention outdoors within entertainment spaces.”

The product should be wall mounted with the bracket provided. Solablaze is also providing a set of BBQ tools.

MAGS4DORSET, Stewarts Garden Centres and Solablaze have teamed up to offer a magnificent barbecue, infra-red heater, BBQ tools and a £60 voucher to spend at one of the businesses listed here:

Crow Farm Shop, Ringwood Direct Gravel Supplies, Ringwood Griffs Butchers of Broadstone

High Lea Butchers, Witchampton near Wimborne

Webb’s Butchers, West Moors Webster Family Butchers, Bournemouth

Pamphill Dairy, Wimborne Solablaze at Stewarts Garden Centre, Christchurch

AW ANDREWS Family butchers, Verwood

For your chance to win, answer the following:

How many burners does the Chef I-300 contain?

Enter online at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer to Great Outdoors, MAGS4DORSET, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Make sure you nominate where you want to spend your £60, this is part of the entry requirement. The voucher will be valid for 30 days from the date of issue. Closing date for this incredible prize is 21 July 2016. The first correct answer drawn will win all the prizes and must be available to be photographed for publicity purposes. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

Employees of Page & Pulford Ltd, Stewarts Garden Centres and Solablaze are not permitted to enter. If the voucher is not spent in-store its value will be £0.001p

Visit Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk www.mags4dorset.co.uk for for more more local local news news

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what’s on

this month Until 11 November 10am-4.30pm

Somme exhibition to mark centenary of First World War battle. Priest’s House Museum, Wimborne. Open Monday-Saturday (10am-3.30pm from 1 November). 01202 882533

7 and 21 July 2-4pm

Knit and Knatter at Fordingbridge Library. For new and experienced knitters of all ages.

8 July

The Band of the Royal Logistics Corps will be entertaining at the annual SSAFA band concert at the Layard Theatre, Canford School, Wimborne. Tickets to the concert hosted by the Friends of SSAFA cost £16 and £11, available from s.cadec@btconnect.com or call 01929 471038.

8 July 7.45pm

Canford Heath Wine Circle meets at the library off Mitchell Road, Canford Heath on the second Friday of each month. New members and visitors welcome. 01202 388011

10 July 8am-12noon

Christchurch Lions car boot sale, Stanpit Recreation Ground, Christchurch. 0845 833 9826

11 July 7.30pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society, ‘Unusual Plants’ by the local plant doctor Mr Hirons, Allendale Centre, Wimborne. 01202 887006

11 July 8pm

The Amy Roberts Band at Bournemouth Traditional Jazz Club, which meets at the Bluebirds Social Club in Longham, BH22 9DP (opposite Haskins) and features a large dance floor, plenty of free car parking and affordable drinks. £9 admission, £10 for visitors.

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

13-18 July

Larmer Tree Festival. Adventurous, absorbing and unforgettable with a programme of music, comedy, theatre, poetry and other entertainment. The 5-day festival includes Tom Odell, The Stranglers, Afro Celt Sound System, Treacherous Orchestra, Coosbay, Bare Jams and much more. www.larmertreefestival. co.uk

13 July 10am-12.15pm

‘My Life as a Teacher and Other Stories’ illustrated talk by Keith Pugh in The Cedar Room, Haskins Garden Centre, Longham, in support of Wimborne Stroke Support Group.

01202 884737

16-17 July

Wimborne History Festival, town centre, including stalls

16 July 7.30pm

Grange Choral Society at All Saints Church, Southbourne present Rossini – Petite Messe Solennelle. Tickets £12 from 01202 399139, Bookends of Christchurch or on door.

19 July 7.30pm

Curtis Stigers performing live at Regent Centre, Christchurch. The singer and his band are expected to be performing for 90 minutes. £32.50 per ticket. 01202 499199

21 July 7.30pm

Verwood Trad Jazz Club presents New Orleans Heat based on music from 1940s and beyond, St Leonards Hotel, Nr Ringwood BH24 2NP. Call Janet 01202 873725 or Geoff 07798 721405

22 July 10am – 12noon

Bug Surprise Craft Activity for children at Fordingbridge Library.

Make your own peach with bugs inside!

23 July 10am - 2pm

Knoll Gardens Fern Day with specialist wholesaler, Country Garden Plant Sales. All you ever wanted to know about ferns plus the chance to buy direct from a local wholesale specialist. Free. No pre-booking required (normal admission for garden entrance).

27 July 10am – 12noon

POPP Wayfinder Drop In at Fordingbridge Library. Are you over 50? Concerned about someone who is? Your local Wayfinder can help.

27 July 7.30pm

Verwood Keyboard Society presents Dave Smith playing a Roland Atelier at Verwood Hub. 01202 822936

27- 30 July 7.30pm

Highcliffe Charity Players revue ‘You Gotta Laugh!’- an evening of music, dance and comedy. Tickets £12.50. 01202 499199

28 July 7.30pm

Jazz at the Meeting House, Meeting House Lane, Ringwood BH24 1EY with the Memphis Jazzmen, run in conjunction with Julia’s House. All proceeds from the raffle will go to the charity. 0845 2702248

2 August 10.30am–12.30pm Caterpillar kids – precarious pond life with Dorset Wildlife Trust. Have a go at pond dipping. Plus crafts and games. Meet at Lorton Meadows Conservation Centre, Lorton Lane, Upwey, Weymouth, DT3 5QH. Booking essential; please phone 01305 816546. Children £2.50, must be accompanied.

3 August 12.15pm

Ferndown Probus Club meets at Dudsbury Golf Club, Ferndown for lunch followed by talk on ‘The Crowded Sky’. 01202 875757

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 tea/coffee. 01202 884737 for more details.

11-29 August 10-4.45pm 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. More details: www.ringwoodartsociety.org

12 August 7.45pm

Canford Heath Wine Circle meets at the library off Mitchell Road, Canford Heath and each second Friday of the month. New members and visitors welcome. 01202 388011

18 August 7.30pm

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

29 August

Rotary Rustic Fayre at Potterne Park, Verwood. Stalls, craft tent, vintage cars, and arena events on August Bank Holiday Monday.

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COM P ETITION

Swing Unlimited Big Band

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eturning to The Regent Centre with their hit show, ‘A Night at the Movies!’ featuring some of the greatest film music of all time, the Swing Unlimited Big Band are set to perform a real blockbuster. Highlights include Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, James Bond, Disney and many more… all performed by a 20-piece ‘big band orchestra’ and singers.

For you chance to win a pair of tickets to see this concert, answer the following:

Summer gathering COMPETITION AT GAUNTS HOUSE WINNERS Want to join a super-charged summer celebration of yoga, music, meditation, healing and dance workshops?

With over 35 to choose from, and over 40 stalls to browse, you can spoil yourself or simply soak up the atmosphere at Gaunts House.

This gathering of like-minded souls to share love and celebration in a beautiful Dorset location is where people can meet for the first time or reconnect with past friends.

With your ticket you will receive a free camping pass, but if you prefer to stay in the grand house at Gaunts, you are welcome to book accommodation. There is also an option for you to join the volunteering team.

Spamalot tickets for the show at The Regent Centre went to Paula Rose from Bournemouth who gave the correct answer of Arthur.

Two tickets to Betty Blue Eyes, also at The Regent Centre, were won by Michelle Cronin from Christchurch.

The answer was blue.

Contact www.gauntshouse.com.

The event is on 10–14 August.

WHAT IS THE NAME OF SWING UNLIMITED BIG BAND’S HIT SHOW? Enter online at www.mags4dorset. co.uk or send your entry to: Swing Unlimited, MAGS4DORSET, 1st Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is Friday 15 July 2016.

The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of the Regent Centre and Pulford Publicity Ltd are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

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Children have a blast this summer 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 children in the Summer Blast 2016 with activities in a variety of venues throughout Christchurch and East Dorset Youngsters who enjoy sport can find 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. Pre-School activities are on offer at Edmondsham Forest School.

Lovers of arts, crafts and heritage-based activities will be interested in finding out about events at Walford Mill Crafts, Highcliffe Castle, Priest’s House Museum and Wimborne Model Town, whilst the new Wimborne History

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Festival will provide family fun and living history at its best.

The Sting in the Tale, a Festival of Stories will be once again bringing a beautiful programme of storytelling to venues in and around East Dorset and Christchurch.

New to the Summer Blast are Christchurch’s Pouncing Panther’s activity programme at Mudeford Community Centre and CAYP who are offering teenage and family fun holiday days out, trips and events.

Allendale Community Centre in Wimborne has a new summer programme on offer for children this year.

For those who seek adventure will find this with Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre and Go Ape. Parents can relax in the knowledge their children have the opportunity to try something new at a number of exciting venues, and find it all in one colourful brochure.

Summer Blast 2016 can be downloaded from:

www.dorsetforyou.com/summer-blast

or picked up for free from any of the participating venues.

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Berry, Carry, Gerry and Betty

MAKE AN ENTRANCE

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he National Trust team William John Bankes’ travels in Egypt; at Kingston Lacy, storytelling at weekends 11am–1pm; near Wimborne have create wooden tortoises, 26 July, 9 & welcomed some new 23 August 11am–3pm. arrivals. Four tortoises www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ will be residing at the kingston-lacy property until September Visitors will be able to see them from 10am–4pm daily.

Kingston Lacy’s grounds are open from 10am–6pm.

Holiday activities at Kingston Lacy include: create tortoise inspired art, Mondays 11am–1pm; create wild art, Fridays 11am–1pm; drop in Tortoises at Kingston Lacy activities, Wed and Thur 11am– ©National Trust / Katharine Bundy 3pm and discover more about

THRILLER LIVE Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

7 June Review by Janine Pulford What a top tribute to Michael Jackson.

Direct from the West End where it is now in its 7th record-breaking year, Thriller Live pulled out all the stops with high-energy entertainment, flashing lights, glitzy costumes, dance moves to amaze and even a few fireworks.

An early moonwalk, which was a true float across the stage, seemed to go unnoticed by the audience, but Billie Jean didn’t as the performers began to celebrate the man, the legend and the music.

Incredibly, hidden behind the stage lighting, a live band powered out the tunes and it was so cool to meet them when the screen rolled back.

With five singers sharing Michael Jackson’s songs, there was always going to be a judgment and top of my list was Rory Taylor, who was pretty much pitch perfect.

When he sang Can You Feel It, I could and with psychedelic back lighting and everyone clapping, I think everyone else could feel it too. Same with Beat It. What great dance moves and a lead guitarist sharing the stage too - a double whammy.

Cleo Higgins threw herself into every song and was spellbinding in stunning costumes and incredible hair spiralling in all directions.

Earth Song was beautifully produced with plenty of emotion from all the singers helped by atmospheric lighting and screen shots of forests.

Outstandingly choreographed by Gary Lloyd, the show got better and better and then the moment everyone was waiting for arrived: Thriller. Eddy Lima, who has clearly spent a lifetime studying MJ and mirroring his moves, put on a spectacular performance and as the mist rose around the zombies a little shock was in store.

Then came an excellent Bad mash-up with everyone on their feet followed by Black Or White.

To be honest I did not want the show to end and it really seemed like the performers felt the same way.

They put everything into Thriller Live to ensure that Michael Jackson, the legend, lives on.

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The golf course is ideal for complete beginners as well as more experienced golfers who would like to practise their short game.

Footgolf is an exciting new activity, which unites and combines two of this country’s favourite sports.

The beauty of the new course is that both sports can be played alongside each other. For example, mum or dad can be playing a round of golf whilst their young children play footgolf at the same time.

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CBeebies film at

Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park

Bournemouth Musical Theatre Productions Regent Centre 8 June Review by Janine Pulford

A load of codswallop!

What better way to describe the famous Finland Fisch Schlapping Song with its Pythonesque humour and matching costumes? From that point on there was no doubt that a (k)night of laughter and merriment was in store. And it wasn’t long before King Arthur and his coconut shell hooves, clattering faithfully in the hands of servile Patsy, made an entrance followed by a line of monks hitting themselves on the head with giant Bibles.

With such silliness in the opening stages, this musical comedy, adapted by Eric Idle and John Du Prez from Monty Python and the Holy Grail, promised to carry on

and on as King Arthur and his knights trotted off on a hilarious quest. Set by God himself, or rather Eric Idle, appearing on video screen above the stage and threatening to invent America if King Arthur doesn’t do what he’s told and find the Holy Grail, the humour rolled out like a yellow brick road. It led nonsensically from the Lady of the Lake to a side-splitting French scene, with insults a-plenty and a giant wooden rabbit (of Troy) to boot.

Could it get any better? Yes, because after the interval Always Look on the Bright Side of Life had everyone singing and the Knights who say Ni demanding a shwubbery raised snorts and chuckles.

The lunacy continued with an outrageous rendition of You Won’t Succeed On Broadway and the coming together of Lancelot and Prince Herbert.

The discovery of the Holy Grail under the seat of Christine Townsend who was sitting innocently in the audience brought everything to a great conclusion.

And naturally there were underlying digs and quips that we could all relate to, especially trump the moron!

With great projection (of voices) and excellent solos, everyone contributed to the success of this hilarious stage performance. Of particular note were King Arthur (Mark Everitt), the Lady of the Lake (Becky Willis), the French taunter and Knight of Ni (Michael Grist) and Sir Robin (James Dixon-Box).

It was certainly a (k)night to remember at The Regent Centre.

Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park was chosen to appear in the new Cbeebies series of ‘Down on the Farm’ and enjoyed a visit from the film crew, along with JLS star JB Gill who presents the children’s show.

Taya Street took JB on a tour of the farm exploring old and new tractors. Taya said, “JB enjoyed getting his hands on the wheels and driving the tractors in the offroad arena. Iona, one of our Percheron heavy horses, was filmed ploughing the fields as well as pulling the horsedrawn cart demonstrating the roles of the working horse.

“The BBC is aiming to educate children on how the modern day

tractor took over from the heavy horse and explain how widely important the heavy horse used to be in farming, and that these creatures are now sadly in major decline.”

There are around 20 of these gentle giants at the award-winning Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park with a host of other farm animals and other attractions. It is situated on Edmondsham Road near Verwood.

If you missed the CBeebies show you can catch it on BBC iPlayer.

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“The event this year was better than ever. The new venue was exactly what was needed. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and the great feedback we’ve received suggests that the audience did too. We’ll definitely be back in 2017 and can’t wait to start planning for it.”

THE CHEESE AND CHILLI FESTIVAL AT WEST PARLEY LIVED RIGHT UP TO ITS NAME

Simon Stewart, Organiser

With tasty cheesy stalls and a whole range of chilli’d food and drink, visitors were in for a spicy time Relocated to a new field, the festival has grown year on year with many additional stalls including furniture, gifts, dog treats, kitchen accessories and clothing.

A range of entertainment was laid on too with live music, children’s entertainment, drum sessions and a bouncy castle.

The highlight of both days was the chilli eating contest sponsored by Chimouli. On Saturday this was won by Christopher Lee, a consultant vascular surgeon from Bournemouth.

He and five other entrants were plied with chillis, starting with the mild purple tiger measuring only 5,000 on the Scoville heat scale, to

the hottest in the world - the Carolina reaper measuring 2 million 200,000 on the scale.

All, bar Chris and one other contestant, had dropped by the wayside by then and he went on to receive the chilli title and a £20 note after a tie-breaking 10th round.

Was it worth it? “Yes,” said Chris who seemed wellpleased with his accolade.

Saturday’s chilli eating contestants with Christopher Lee looking every bit the winner Eve 6, Oscar 3, Emelia 7 and Ava 7 from Hedge End were having a great family day out

This year sees the anniversary special

of the Music and Merriment Festival!

Returning bigger and better than before, the Music and Merriment Festival is on 19 and 20 August at Spetisbury Rings.

Set up by Tim Wood and his sister Jenny, with the help of four friends following the sad death of Teresa Wood in 2006, the first festival took place in 2009 and was a remarkable success.

The line-up this year is still being expanded, but some of the acts you can expect to see are British singersongwriter and guitarist Pete Christie, Thirstyman - a Dorset 5-piece band, Wiff Waff playing traditional gypsy jazz, Skittle Alley Strummers - a band of ukulele players, Dorset-based band Selective Hearing and skiffle group Quins Quinney.

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Enjoy a drink or two from locally sourced beers and ciders, also wine, Pimm’s and soft drinks, all available at the festival bar. And arrive hungry as there will also be a good selection of food including breakfasts, hot dogs, beef and veggie burgers as well as a main meal.

Since the festival started, it has supported the Weldmar Hospicecare Trust, which cared for Teresa, and 100% of the festival profits each year go to the charity. So far over £20,000 has been donated.

Follow Music and Merriment on Twitter and Facebook and tell everyone you know about the festival. You can buy tickets at www.musicandmerriment.com

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Flower power ©Tom Scrase 201 6

The mayor with town crier Chris Brown ©T om Scrase 2016

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One of the highlights was the traditional parade of folk dancers that took place on Saturday. Led by the mayor, Cllr Sue Cook, it also included a fingers-in-the-ears moment when Wimborne Militia fired their muskets. Our roving photographer Tom Scrase was there to capture some of the atmosphere.

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It’s free to come into Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre.

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ith the sun shining and the kids on school holidays, what better way to spend the day than at Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve?

Start your day at the Visitor Centre, where you can learn all about the wildlife, geology and archaeology of this historic site, and pick up a walking leaflet.

Take the land train to relax and enjoy some of the most scenic routes in the county, and then rest a while on the sandy beaches with an ice cream.

For details of latest events for all ages, please join the centre on Facebook – search for Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre.

QUEEN’S PARK Thousands flocked to Wimborne for the annual folk festival over the weekend of 10-12 June.

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Golf Course

Once a regular on the European Tour, Queen’s Park is a mature and challenging golf course, which has hosted many major professional tournaments featuring players such as Tony Jacklin, Henry Cotton and Seve Ballesteros.

Considered by many to be a course for testing your golfing skills, the tree-lined fairways, hills and heathland provide many obstacles on your way round.

Queen’s Park Golf Course is in the process of producing some videos to give advice on how to get the most from the course.

Visit www.queensparkgolfcourse.com to see these videos or to sign up to the newsletter for the latest offers.

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Canford School’s summer fair fundraiser for

Lilypad Appeal Former Cherries’ manager Harry Redknapp opened a summer fair at Canford School in May in the future. Let’s all dig deep and raise as much as we can.”

For more information about Diverse Abilities and the Lilypad Appeal visit www.lilypadappeal.org.uk or call 01202 718266.

Harry Redknapp with Eiden and parents, Simon and Sasha

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t raised £3,647.77 for the Diverse Abilities’ Lilypad Appeal, which will be used to renovate its respite home for children with complex disabilities, and their families.

Canford School pupil Imogen Still came up with the idea to hold a fair with live music, crafts, face painting, BBQ and games, after attending another Diverse Abilities event.

Harry announced to the crowds: “This is a fantastic cause and I am delighted to be involved with the Lilypad Appeal.

Please give generously.

Having met the people today it is certainly something I want to get very much involved with

The great traditional

COUNTRY SHOW

Ellingham and Ringwood Agricultural Society is preparing to put on its next great traditional country show on Saturday, 13 August.

Horse lovers will enjoy a wide variety of classes including show jumping and heavy horse displays as well as a donkey show.

Livestock, including sheep, dairy and beef cattle, a dog show, vintage car display, photos and amateur art classes, handicrafts, a horticultural marquee with a floral display and domestic product classes all add to this not-to-bemissed family day out with over 120 trade stands ranging from luxury cars to saddlery.

Open 9am-5.30pm, it’s located at Somerley near Ringwood. BH24 3PL. www.ellinghamshow.co.uk

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