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4DORSET Hello readers, Volume 12 • Issue 10 • May 2015

editor Janine Pulford

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Goodness me, it’s the general election and I don’t know who to vote for.

Nor do many other people by the sounds of it and several million may not even be able vote because they haven’t registered.

By the time you read this, the election will be about to happen, or may even have happened. Who will be running the country? I can’t begin to make a prediction.

Not even Russell Grant has tried to play the politics game, but his usual horoscopes are inside this issue.

Let me update you about the Lacey Lightfoot anthology. It is well underway, all we need now is the artwork for the cover and the ebook will be available for the whole world to read.

And CashUnity is getting a new and exciting look. We are now publishing a CashUnity Shopping and Services Guide. It’s such a useful guide and is available from all the participating traders. If you’re a business owner and you’re not already part of this incredible shop local initiative, this really is the time to get involved. Just call our office for all the details.

Another arm to mags4dorset is our website design.

This new department is taking off in a big way, so get in touch now if your website is out of date and needs an overhaul or if you want a newly designed website.

Labour? Lib Dems? Conservative? SNP? Grrh!

Wouldn’t surprise me if it’s a hung parliament!

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10 best chefs reduced to 3 Ten of the best chefs in Christchurch have battled it out in the heats of Christchurch Food Festival’s Professional Chef of the Year held at Bournemouth & Poole College.

Although there were initially supposed to be two finalists, the standards were so high the judges found they had to choose three. They are Adam Hart and Luke Phillips from Chewton Glen and Craig McColm from The Jetty.

The finals will be held on 2 May at Purewell Electircal’s Neff Cookery Theatre and the chefs will be cooking

FINAL THREE: Adam Hart and Luke Phillips from Chew ton Glen and Craig McColm from The Jetty

off for the prize of a stay in the 5 star Royal Mansour Hotel in Marrakesh.

The prize will be presented by the Christchurch Food Festival CIC in association with Jean Claude Messant, Managing Director of the Royal Mansour Hotel at a black-tie awards event at The Kings Arms on Monday, 18 May.

Colehill WI has added a plaque to a tree they planted in the Queen’s Silver Jubilee year. The Norway maple was dug into the ground on 26 November 1977 and is now a substantial tree.

It was decided to add the plaque to celebrate the 50th birthday of Colehill WI. Several members who took part in the original tree planting were present at the ceremony: Sue Kerslake, Rosemary Hardy, Avril Hayes, Linda Hargreaves, Sylvia Hinves

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and Ann Clayton - who can be seen wielding the mallet.

Colehill WI’s 50th birthday party will take place on 13 May at the local memorial hall. The WI is also having a lunch at a secret venue on 20 May to celebrate 50 years of fun and friendship.

The June meeting will be on 10 June and is An Audience with A Red Arrows Pilot - John Myers.

Anyone interested in joining the Colehill WI should contact colehillwi@aol.com or 01202 873391.

Picked clean

Around 30 local young children and adults took part in a community litter pick on Friday 10 April starting from the Heatherlands Centre in Ferndown.

Centre Manager John Hanrahan congratulated everyone and said, “A big thank you goes to PC Julian Humphries for organising this very popular event,

The start of the litter pick

Birthday plaque his team of PCSOs for looking after the groups along with help from the Heatherlands Community Association, Synergy Housing Team, Heatherlands Community Centre, Ferndown Town Council and McDonalds Restaurant Ferndown who gave away free meals and drinks to all who took part.”

Lindt Gold Bunny hops to pastures green!

Kim claims her prize

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Chocoholic Kim receives 4Dorset every month and enters competitions if they are “easy to do.”

The Spot the Bunny may have seemed easy, but not everyone got the right answer.

There were five bunnies in the following advertisements: The Warmer Group, Kinson Primary School, Contakt Carpets, Stantons and Central Kitchens.

For all those of you who said six, the rabbit in

the Golden Hands advertisement was a different bunny, so it didn’t count.

Kim was looking forward to sharing her Swiss chocolate prize with her husband Daryl and family members who were visiting for Easter.

She said, “I love Lindt chocolate and tried to win the bunny two years’ ago.” It seems in Kim’s case that perseverance paid off.

Clubbers support MNDA The Friday coffee club in Ferndown donated £100 to the East Dorset and New Forest Branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA).

The money was raised at one of the coffee club’s recent meetings. If you’d like to join this friendly club that meets at the Theatre Bar in the Barrington Centre call Joyce on 01202 980839.

Judith Mills, chair of the local MNDA branch receives the donation from coffee club member Kathy Sutton

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A beach hut (approximately 4m x 6m) at Mudeford Beach sold for £180,000 in 2013. Other huts in the same location have had asking prices of over £200,000

LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Who would have thought that beach huts could leap in price by almost 100% in one year. But that’s exactly what has happened in Christchurch.

Eleven new beach huts comprising one desirable room measuring 2.13m wide x 2.44m deep x 2.85m high, with no electricity or running water, and built at Friars Cliff beach were all sold within weeks of coming onto the market last month.

With a price tag of £42,000 each, they are the second group of huts to be sold by Christchurch Borough Council in the past two years, the first being at Gundimore beach next to Mudeford Quay.

Those were snapped up within three days in March 2014 for a ‘mere’ £24,000, which now seems

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extraordinarily good value for money.

As well as the asking price, the proud owners also have to pay an annual licence fee to Christchurch Borough Council and their licence does not allow them to sleep overnight in their hut.

But it seems it’s definitely a case of location, location, location that sells these des-reses. Some of the Friars Cliff huts went to people who were on a reserve list for the Gundimore huts but had not been successful in getting one.

Judith Plumley, Head of Community & Leisure at Christchurch Council, said: “The fact that these huts have sold so quickly shows that there is a great demand for people to have a hut in one of the prime locations on the south coast.

“We will continue to investigate other sites where more beach huts

could be built so that more people can enjoy our beaches, and the funds generated help to resource other projects and services across the borough.”

A spokesperson added that the price was dictated by market forces and there was already a waiting list for the next batch.

One can only wonder what their asking price will be – better start saving now.

LD! Gundimore: SO h 2014) £24,000 (Marc

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Love running?

Families and runners of all abilities can head to Poole Park for the 2015 Poole Festival of Running on Sunday 7 June. Races include a 5km and 10km for adults and over 15s and a series of races for 8-14s plus an under 8s fun run. There will also be entertainment for all ages; medals, prizes and trophies, with all races time chipped.

Poole Festival of Running supports Poole Hospital Charity with money going to the Dorset Cancer Centre. Enter online www.poolerunners.com

West Parley Gardening Club A new gardening club in West Parley will be holding its next meeting on 26 May. The question and answer evening will be at Parley Country Club, 275 Christchurch Road, West Parley, BH22 8SQ at 7.30pm. For more details call John 01202 574500.

FAREWELL

Gerry Cadnam Gerry Cadnam from West Moors died peacefully at home aged 84 on 14 March.

Ex-serviceman Gerry met his wife Ann at a public swimming pool in Gladstone Park, London in the early 50s. He was 23 and Ann was just sweet 16. He couldn’t believe his luck when she accepted his wedding proposal and the couple were married on 31 May 1958 in Willesden.

They relocated to West Moors in the 70s and Gerry, a trained carpenter, set up his own business, Glenwood Carports.

He spent the last eight years as a volunteer at the Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park and the owner, Elaine Street said, “He was a dear friend and devout helper. Gerry carried such a passion for the gentle giants that were once the backbone of Britain and he offered to help in each and every way he could with the energy and enthusiasm of a teenager. He spent many hours helping even though he often felt poorly. Over the years he became like an extended family member and the Park has not felt the same without his presence.”

Gerry is survived by Ann and sons Ian, Stuart and Robert.

Gerry with Adam his favourite shire horse

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Colour Your Garden WIN £50 GIFT CARD FROM HASKINS

Matt Hill with geraniums, osteospermums and New Guinea impatiens

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ay is a great time to introduce new colour into your garden by selecting plants such as geraniums, osteospermums and New Guinea impatiens.

Here is your chance to win a £50 gift card from the Haskins Garden Centre so that you can choose from their fantastic plant displays at Longham.

Matt Hill, the centre’s general manager, says his horticultural team based in the Plant Information Centre will be on hand to offer guidance on the wide range of varieties available. mags4dorset in conjunction with Haskins are giving readers the opportunity to win the £50 Gift Card by answering the following question:

Where will the Haskins’ horticultural team be based to offer guidance?

Enter online at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Haskins Competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN by

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Wednesday, 20 May 2015. Employees of Page & Pulford Ltd and Haskins Garden Centres are not permitted to enter. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner.

The editor’s decision is final. There is no cash alternative. The winner must be available for a photograph if required.

The Haskins Garden Centre is open 7 days a week. 9am–6pm Monday-Wednesday and Saturday, late opening until 8pm on Thursday and Friday. Sunday 10.30am– 4.30pm.

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Rory chilled out

over world record It must be the coolest world record. Rory Fitzgerald has just taken the title as the fastest person aged over 50 for ice swimming. He won the title while competing in Russia in a lake 0.8º C where he also became the British record holder Rory, who is the Responsible Finance Officer for Ringwood Town Council, has just returned from Murmansk where he represented the UK in the first world ice swimming championship.

Plunging into icy water and swimming 1000 metres may not be everyone’s idea of fun, but Rory had trained hard for the championship,

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swimming in Snowdonia’s icy lakes, local rivers and even taking ‘ice baths’.

But even he had to admit that the reality of the frozen water came as a bit of a shock.

“The water was so cold that ice was forming on it as we swam. I was worried that I would not be able to stay in the water long enough to complete the distance.”

Admitting that along with the other competitors he gasped as he got into the water, he said: “I tried to find a good rhythm and my pace settled down, but I still had no confidence that I could complete the distance, let alone win the race. At 20 lengths, half way, my hands and feet had lost all feeling but otherwise I felt OK.” Going into the last 50 metres Rory was neck and neck with a South African swimmer.

“The last length was a blur of foam and icy spray as I thrashed towards the finish. I slapped the end with numb hands, almost five seconds ahead of my rival.”

Having survived the swim - one competitor had to be rescued after getting into trouble – Rory then had to recover from the cold.

“I was helped from the water and rushed into an assessment tent where I was seen by a doctor. Once satisfied that I wasn’t in any imminent danger of collapse, he released me to paramedics who half carried me to the recovery suite,” he explained.

“My hands and feet were placed in bowls of cool water whilst very hot, wet towels were wrapped around my shoulders, lower back and thighs. These were replaced every few seconds until I started to regain some feeling in my hands and feet. Recovery was rapid if a little painful. I was then ushered into a blissfully hot sauna.”

Rory’s time of 14 minutes 22.92 seconds

placed him 4th man overall in the competition also earning the British record together with the World record for the 50+ age category.

Following the World Ice Championships, Rory stayed on in Murmansk to compete in the Russian Winter Swimming Championships where he secured gold medals in the 50m freestyle and 450m endurance even, along with a sprint bronze.

It is hoped that ice swimming might become an Olympic sport – another place where Rory could make a real splash.

Lorraine holds a celebration cake with the Deputy Lieutenant to her left, Hopscotch staff and John Hanrahan, Heatherlands Centre manager

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Hopscotch extension means best start in life

By LIZ TURNER

The wait is over. The extension to Hopscotch Pre-school is open and welcoming in children from Ferndown’s Heatherlands Estate.

Thanks to £200,000 of funding, the preschool has doubled in size meaning more two-year-olds will be able to get chance to mix with other youngsters while their parents have time off from the demands of life with toddlers.

Dorset County Council has given £150,000 and East Dorset District Council £50,000 for the work at Heatherlands Community Centre which has been completed in just under 12 weeks.

Previously Hopscotch only had capacity for 26 children at once and with 73 registered across all sessions, no one could deny the urgent need for more space.

As well as a new room for the two to three year-olds the extension includes a kitchen, toilets, office, small meeting areas and a new garden is to be created overlooking the heath.

There is also a new entrance and parking area.

Hopscotch’s manager Lorraine Clark is delighted with the support she had from everyone in pushing the project forward.

She said: “Having two classrooms so we can divide the children into age groups will make such a difference in preparing them for school.

“The meeting areas can be used by multiagencies so support, advice and information can be offered on site.

“We are so grateful for the tremendous support we have had from the local community, all three levels of local government and Synergy.”

The extra space has also meant new jobs with the majority of the 15 staff living on the estate.

The extension was opened by Deputy Lieutenant, Mrs Pam Donnellan watched by councillors, officers, Synergy representatives, staff and members of the community, all delighted that more opportunities are now available for local youngsters.

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The Oxford boat at Hammersmith – Anastasia is in the number two seat, second from right

ANASTASIA MAKES BOAT RACE HISTORY

By LIZ TURNER It was clear that this was going to be a momentous occasion – it was history in the making and a real triumph for women’s sporting equality

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After 88 years, the women’s Oxford and Cambridge boat race was staged on the famous four-mile, 374yard long Tideway course – at last on par with the men.

There was a sense of excitement in the air and for those of us from Dorset who’d gathered on the banks of the Thames, a real moment of pride. Because captaining the Oxford team was a rower who’d first excelled at the sport when she was a student at Canford School.

Anastasia Chitty, will go into the record books as the first woman to lift the trophy for racing on the same course on the same day as the men.

And amongst those watching, the men were cheering just as enthusiastically for the women as they later did for the men’s race.

It was clear that there was great respect for the women who matched

the distance and route which had previously been the sole preserve of the men.

As Anastasia, aged 21, was presented with the trophy by rowing legend Sir Steve Redgrave, current and former Canford students celebrated with her. She received a sports scholarship from Canford School and pursued rowing as her main sport, training on the Stour at Wimborne. At 16 she raced at the Coupe de la Jeunesse, and the next year at the Munich International Junior Regatta and the World Rowing Junior Championships where she won silver in the women’s four. In her final year at school, Anastasia was part of a school team that went on to win the National School’s Regatta in the Championship Quads, as well as racing the finals of Henley Women’s Regatta and the inaugural Girl’s

Quad event at Henley Royal Regatta.

She is now in her third year at Oxford studying medicine at Pembroke College and has been in the winning Blue Boat each year.

While at Oxford her rowing successes have included medals at Australian Youth Olympic Festival and won silver at the World Rowing U23 Championships.

Anastasia was clearly delighted by her team’s achievement. She told BBC Sport “To pull something off like that is amazing.

‘To race on the same stage as the men, there were so many women before us who have not had this opportunity. It’s really humbling.”

Anastasia’s hard work and determination made her a role model for women rowers in Dorset and now hopefully sportswomen all over the world.

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Moyles Court’s lesson in history Moyles Court School is proud of its place in history Most recently, local people will recall the building’s role as headquarters for 31 bomber and fighter squadrons in World War II which flew from nearby Ibsley Airfield. However, its history goes back much further than that. There has been some kind of manor or hall on the site since the Middle Ages and it is listed in the Doomsday Book of 1086. But it is more famous and widely known for its connection with the Lisle family and the infamous Judge Jeffries of the Bloody Assizes.

Dame Alice Lisle, the widow of assassinated John Lyle lived at Moyles Court and gave shelter in 1685 to

beheaded. So extensive is her legacy, a fresco created at the turn of the 20th century portraying the heroism and generosity of Dame Alice Lisle, can be found in the House of Commons.

After her death, the estate was eventually

acquired and restored by the Somerley estate in the 19th century, after lying uninhabited for a number of years.

The house contains a number of fine features to include contemporary carvings, panelling and a

fireplace containing a hearth plate dated 1674, which Dame Alice refers to sitting by in her letters.

Every year, Moyles Court School still commemorates the life of Dame Alice Lisle at nearby Ellingham Church, where her remains lie.

The fireplace at Moyles Court which Dame Alice used to sit by

John Hickes and Richard Nelthorpe, fugitives from rebel Monmouth’s army.

The men were arrested the following morning on the charge of treason. Alice was also charged with treason for harbouring the King’s enemies and during her trial at Winchester, Judge Jeffries sentenced Dame Alice to be burned at the stake, despite the jury finding her innocent three times during the course of the trial.

Protesting her charge of treason to the last, Dame Alice remained a lady of grace, humility, dignity, humanity and Christian virtue, as witnessed by her final speech before she was

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The type of goods involved - Adidas tracksuit, Nike training shoes, Barbour gillet, Louis Vuitton belt, Calvin Klein hairclip, Gucci watch and Louis Vuitton ladies’ watch

Rucksacks for Christchurch homeless Bournemouth-based charity AOK Rucksack Appeal will be bringing further support to the homeless of Dorset this year It hopes to expand its network and offer programmes to encourage personal development amongst homeless people, including poetry and choral activities, in a bid to encourage those on the streets back into society.

The charity has been supported in its work by a £1,000 donation from Christchurch’s Saxon Square Shopping Centre, as part of its annual community donation campaign.

More than 150 rucksacks of essentials – from sleeping bags and clothing, to toothpaste and soap – were distributed to those facing life on the streets of Christchurch and Our goal is to Bournemouth last Christmas. ensure the newly “It’s all about getting to the root of the problem at the earliest possible homeless don’t opportunity,” said Sally Harvey, stay homeless chairperson and founder of AOK for long Rucksack Appeal.

“Our goal is to ensure the newly homeless don’t stay homeless for long.

Getting help to people right in the early stages, when a person may be facing that terrifying first night on the streets, gives us the greatest chance of turning a life around.”

Sally continued: “It’s the little moments that make all our efforts worth it. At Christmas, one gentleman came to us petrified at the prospect of his first night out in the elements.

“We sorted him out with a rucksack and sleeping bag, but more than anything it was our being there in general; the friendly face able to say ‘we’re here if you need us’ that provided the most comfort. He was so grateful, and that really stuck with me.” www.aokrucksackappeal.org.uk

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Counterfeit goods prosecution Borough of Poole’s Trading Standards team has successfully prosecuted a local man for possessing counterfeit goods with the intention to sell. Levi Dudley, of Sterte Avenue, Poole, pleaded guilty to 11 charges of trademark offences at Southampton Crown Court on 8 April 2015. He was fined £550 and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £55. The judge also made a forfeiture order of the seized items. Mr Dudley was originally stopped by police on Poole Quay who found counterfeit goods in his car bearing the trademarks of well known brands such as Adidas, Nike, Louis Vuitton, Calvin Klein, Barbour, Chanel and Gucci. The case was investigated by Trading Standards Officers who specialise in this type of criminal activity.

The court heard that Mr Dudley had purchased the counterfeit goods during three visits to a market in Hemel Hempstead for around £800. He had intended to give some of the goods as presents for his family and sell some to his friends, with the remainder being sold to members of the public. The court also heard that the genuine retail prices of the items seized from Mr Dudley totalled approximately £13,500.

The Morning After The Life Before

New CashUnity publication serves the area

By Della Galton Available from Amazon Book review by Janine Pulford

mags4dorset has just published a dazzling new CashUnity Shopping and Services Guide for local people This glossy A5 ‘pick it up and put it in your pocket’ booklet contains information about all the businesses in the innovative local CashUnity initiative, devised by mags4dorset, that pays out £1,000 every month to a local shopper.

The guides, which also include entry forms for CashUnity, are available from the participating traders shown on the inside back cover of this edition of 4Dorset. Collect yours today and increase your chances of winning by using the shops and services in the guide.

The well-received ‘shop local’ initiative has paid out over £15,000 since it started in January 2014 and the guide also includes all the winners, so you can see for yourself how many happy faces there are.

Any businesses wishing to join the initiative and become participating traders, able to offer their customers the chance to win £1,000 every month for shopping with them, should contact Michael or Mark on 01202 870270.

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Part of the prize is given in shopping vouchers that have to be spent with CashUnity businesses: £250 with the business providing the winning receipt and 5 x £50 with any other participating traders. It’s a win, win situation.

The next joining date is in July.

www.cashunity.co.uk

‘The Morning After The Life Before’ is a sequel to ‘Ice and a Slice’ and continues the story of recovering alcoholic SJ. Packed with emotion - one of Della’s great strengths - it also has some laugh out loud moments which ease the tension of a serious subject that is handled exceptionally well.

AA meetings are a revelation and the self-help aspect of this story is one that should be applauded. If you read the reviews on Amazon, you will see that it is.

SJ’s wobbly start as an AA sponsor to Didi is tested to the limit until the elegant dominatrix reveals her phobia – and it could make you blanch.

There is a lot going on in ‘The Morning After The Life Before’ on many levels and it not only explores alcoholism, but family relationships, love and loss.

SJ is a well drawn character with much to offer despite her own situation escalating out of control. Her supportive relationship with best friend Tania also adds another strand.

‘The Morning After The Life Before’ is an excellent read that stands alone, but if you haven’t already read ‘Ice and a Slice’, then it’s worth finding out more about SJ by reading that novel first.

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£½ million for local churches Over the past two years, the Talbot Village Trust has donated a total of £543,669 to 20 local churches Talbot Village Trust is a registered charity which supports charitable causes and local community projects in east Dorset. It is one of the area’s leading benefactors and some of the churches to have benefited from the Trust include Broadstone Baptist Church, £100,000; Ferndown United Church, £30,000, St Andrew’s Church, Kinson, £30,000; Lansdowne Baptist Church, £50,000; St Mary’s Church, Ferndown, £50,000; St Barnabas Church, Bournemouth, £40,000; St Christopher’s Church, Bournemouth, £40,000 and Lansdowne Baptist Church, £50,000.

The Talbot Village Trust is the legacy of two sisters who founded Talbot Village in the mid 19th century as a reaction to rural poverty.

The village provided housing, a school and a church as well as agricultural land to grow food. Thanks to the sisters’ philanthropic approach and a careful investment programme, the trustees have been able to maintain and increase the value of the fund.

“It’s incredible to think that a charity founded 150 years ago is still making such a significant contribution to the local community,” said Dorset Deputy Lieutenant Russell Lucas-Rowe, one of the charity’s trustees. “We are proud to support the churches in such a positive way. They play a vitally important role within the local community and the trust is delighted to provide financial support which will help them continue their work in the future.”

In addition to supporting local churches, the fund also supports a wide range of charities, schools and colleges which are based in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Poole, East Dorset and the Isle of Purbeck. No scheme is too big or too small for consideration and anyone interested in applying for a grant can find more details on the trust’s website – talbotvillagetrust. com

New head: clear vision Mr Philip Jones (44) has been appointed headteacher of Ferndown Upper School from 1 September.

He was chosen after an assessment process involving students, staff, parents and governors who were impressed with his clear vision for the future of the school.

Currently Senior Deputy Headteacher at the Sponne School in Towcester, Philip has a very successful track record.

Educated at the Napier University and Herriot Watt University, he has teaching experience in business, economics and ICT as well as experience in school leadership.

Philip will be moving to Dorset with his wife Sara and their children aged 5, 6 and 8 – Jack, Harry and Olivia. A rugby enthusiast and coach, Philip still plays the occasional game.

Current headteacher Alex Wills retires this summer after 12 successful years in charge of FUS.

Philip Jones and his family

Laptops needed to improve life for carers Dorset Computers 4 Carers has been set up by a group of volunteers in Dorset, which help carers by providing laptop computers.

Many carers find that having a computer is a lifeline for them, giving them access to friends and family, even those living far away. They can keep in touch with hobbies and interests, find out about almost anything, and save hours of time by shopping on line, banking, and making appointments.

The cost of a computer, especially when income is limited, may be beyond the reach of many carers, and the charity is asking companies, schools and individuals, to donate their old laptops when they update their system. It will refurbish the computer for a carer. Volunteers will also make sure recipients are able to use it and provide help and support. www.dorsetcomputers4carers.org Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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I was fortunate to have been sent a review copy of ‘The Saffron Trail’ by bestselling author Rosanna Ley

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eautifully descriptive, it took me on a journey that brought my senses alive. The way Rosanna threads through history as well as through the sun drenched bazaars and souks of Marrakech, all the time giving her characters an intense depth, makes ‘The Saffron Trail’ a particularly good read.

Time slipping from present day back to the hippie era and further still to World War II and the days when the American GIs swept young British girls off their feet, we meet present day Nell, who is coming to terms with her mother’s death and the subsequent crumbling of her marriage, and Amy, a photographer on a mission to build a Moroccan photographic portfolio for an upcoming exhibition. Amy is searching for clues for her long lost cousin - a 1970s’ American draft dodger, as well as weighing up her own love life.

The girls come together on a cookery course in Marrakech where intriguingly their backgrounds are revealed through the clever use of time slip and a rich tapestry of observation and exploration that leads to the saffron trail.

I learned much about saffron and that moment of harvest when the delicate strands have to be plucked and dried. I also gained a thought provoking social history lesson from the book, which explores the difference between those who fight for their country, and those who stand up for their own beliefs and refuse to pick up arms. Both stand to lose their families, but in different ways.

Nell and Amy become close friends and in a short space of time, their loves and lives are delved into layer by layer to reveal a not surprising, but very satisfactory ending.

‘The Saffron Trail’ is a terrific read, and its even pace is dictated by the amount of vivid descriptions of sights, sounds and smells that form an integral part of its beauty. It whetted my appetite for more novels

by Rosanna Ley.

‘The Saffron Trail’ is due out in paperback on 21 May and costs £7.99. It will make an absorbing summer read. mags4dorset has two copies of this novel to give away as prizes. To be in with a chance of winning, answer the following question:

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Pups first steps Rita Spurge from Verwood meets ‘Brown’ and Sarah

Ellie, Sarah and Fay e with the golden retrieve r pups

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These three golden retriever puppies are the latest recruits at Woofability, the local charity that provides assistance dogs for the disabled

ged 10 weeks, and fully vaccinated, the puppies were seen on 2 April exploring Verwood on their first trip to the wide outdoors. It formed an important part of their socialisation programme. They met members of of the public, found out how to go up and down steps for the first time, and even got to practise putting a paw on the disabled push button outside Lloyds Bank - a job they will be trained to do.

Very smart in their red jackets and

Pups prepare to take their first steps

accompanied by their trainer Rod Dunn; Ollie from Woofability; apprentices Ellie and Faye, and Sarah Clarke whose parents Andy and the late Jenny Clarke, founded the charity, the puppies were impeccably behaved.

Rod is currently ‘table training’ the pups to learn to stand, sit and lie down. Once they master his hand commands, the verbal commands will be added.

Woofability currently has 52 dogs - 22 are in partnerships, six are ready to be placed and the others are in training and being socialised.

Table training: Rod Dunn teaches a pup to sit

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Swim4Health™

CHARITY OF THE YEAR:

6 week swim and aqua class membership for only £25

Cancer Research UK’s Relay For Life Bournemouth & East Dorset

Swim4Health™ is an introduction to water based fitness and wellbeing to help you improve your health, lose weight and tone up.

Suitable for all abilities, you can choose from a six-week swim and aquatic class or an adult swim lesson package.

Swim4Health™ includes: Swim4Health™consultation, unlimited swimming in the ‘all welcome’ sessions, unlimited aqua classes, free one day gym pass, free studio class, free use of SWIMTAG Adult Swim Lesson package: 12 weeks of swim lessons

Relay For Life Cancer Research UK

11 and 12 July: Ferndown Leisure Centre With less than three months to go until the Relay For Life weekend, 16 teams are already busy fundraising for Cancer Research UK and preparing for the relay in July There is plenty of room for more participants of all ages.

If you’re having difficulty getting a team together, but you want to take part, get in touch – we can help.

The Rock Choir will be performing as well as other local bands, so live music will feature on both days.

We are also looking for people to help over the weekend, or with fundraising over the next 12 weeks.

One of the really important things about Relay For Life is that the committee wants almost every penny raised to go to Cancer Research UK to fund vital work. We don’t want to use any of the money raised to fund the event. In order

for that to be the case, we need to find people who are prepared to help us out.

If you, or a friend / colleague, or business contact can make a donation towards these expenses then do get in touch. We will be offering trackside advertising, as well recognising our sponsors with announcements over the PA system. Contributions will be widely advertised.

Cancer Research UK receives no government funding but is developing treatments currently used in local hospitals to treat local people. Please support us to ensure this work continues.

Contact the committee by email R4LBournemouth@ gmail.com or 01202 537624

SWIMTAG won Best Wearable Tech in the Measurement category at the Sports Technology Awards in London. This technology lets swimmers see their results and achieve more in the pool.

The SWIMTAG wristband is worn in the pool. When returned to its docking station at reception, the results are uploaded to your online swimming account so you can monitor distance, swim stroke, speed and how many calories you burn.

You can set fun challenges, such as swimming the distance between Ferndown and Poole Harbour, Bournemouth Pier, Isle of Wight etc. You can compete against others - all from the comfort and safety of your local pool. This makes swimming more fun, helps you stay motivated and achieve your personal best – whatever your ability.

SWIMTAG records members’ previous swims and best swims and compares them, so you can track improvement as well as sharing latest swims on social media.

For more information on Swim4Health contact Becky Forshaw on 01202 877468 or email beckyforshaw@pfpleisure. org Ferndown Leisure Centre has a swim only membership which is for the use of the pool only and offers: unlimited swimming in the ‘all welcome’ sessions, coached swim fitness, coached Masters swimming and free use of SWIMTAG.

If you would like to find out which type of membership would be best for you contact a customer advisor on 01202 877468 or email deanadudman@pfpleisure.org

Karen Lynch, Chair

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CARE ACT COMES INTO FORCE The biggest change in adult social care for 60 years came into force on 1 April, bringing big changes to the way people can plan and pay for their care and support The Care Act brings clearer financial arrangements, better information and advice, improved support for carers and a greater choice of services. A key new responsibility is to focus on individuals’ health and wellbeing and to provide better advice and information.

And crucially, the Act also gives people more control of the decisions about their care.

Dorset County Council is responsible for making the law a reality for thousands of older people in Dorset, people with physical or mental disabilities, and their carers.

The Act aims to help people stay healthy and live in their own homes for as long as possible. It includes changes to assessment, eligibility, care planning, support for carers, safeguarding and prevention.

Catherine Driscoll, the council’s director for adult and community services, said: “We welcome this

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People who receive care and support will be more in control of decisions that affect them major reform, and are ready for the changes the Act will bring.

“The new legislation will benefit residents who require care and

support, and also their carers, who will have more rights and better access to help and support.

“People who receive care and support will be more in control of decisions that affect them.

“They will also know how much

it will cost to meet needs and how much the council will contribute towards the cost. There will be more control over how that money is spent.

“It will be easier for people to plan how they pay for their care and support during their retirement.”

SOME OF THE MAJOR CHANGES INCLUDE: •

simple, easy to find advice and information to help people stay as independent as possible.

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deferred payments - people may be eligible to enter into an arrangement with the council to defer payment for permanent residential care until they sell their home or upon their death. This means people should no longer have to sell their homes during their lifetime to pay for this care.

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support for carers - for the first time, carers will now have a right to support in their own right. They may be eligible for a personal budget to pay for things which help them to care, such as a short break or support groups .

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national minimum eligibility criteria - the Government has set a national minimum eligibility criteria for care and support which means people will get the same access to support wherever they live.

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INTIMEX - helping you care for your loved ones Carers around the country are looking after loved ones with dementia. Science is now telling us that keeping the mind active for the elderly is essential. The right kind of activities and mind stimulation will help keep dementia sufferers happier and much calmer, making the carers’ job more manageable.

Intimex offer a wide range of these activities, which are designed specifically for the elderly, including dementia sufferers.

“Intimex products had such a calming and positive effect on our residents,” said Gail Todd from Guisborough Manor Care Home.

To obtain your latest Intimex catalogue, call 01202 813500. Email sales@intimex.org. www.intimex.org/senioractivities

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by Colten Care

The following are the ten most common myths people have about living in a care home and why, in a high-quality, professionally run home dedicated to the wellbeing of residents, they are not true.

This list has been gathered from the managers and heads of care at all 19 Colten Care homes.

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EVERYONE IS PUT IN A CARE HOME EVENTUALLY

No-one should ever feel they are being ‘put’ in a home. It should be a question of choice for them and their family based on a detailed pre-admission assessment. We see moving into a care home as a positive transition to a new chapter of life. The resident should actually enjoy more choice and autonomy than they would have if struggling at home alone or depending on an everchanging team of domiciliary carers.

I WILL HAVE TO GET RID OF ALL MY FURNITURE, PICTURES AND BOOKS A new resident should be encouraged to make their room their own and personalise it with cherished items from home as much as possible. They are free to put pictures on the wall and to bring their own furniture and books should they wish.

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I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO HAVE VISITORS WHENEVER I CHOOSE

You can have visitors whenever you wish. All good care homes have open visiting. The front door may be locked for security reasons in the evening but visitors are welcome to ring the doorbell just like in your own home. Depending on the time of day, visitors can join residents to enjoy a pre-lunch sherry, afternoon tea or other snacks and meals. Birthday and anniversary parties are also popular occasions for residents and visitors to get together.

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I WILL LOSE MY INDEPENDENCE

A good care home will strive to maintain and enhance a resident’s independence at all times. Each resident has a detailed care plan that tells staff what they can do and what they need assistance with. Above that, the principles of independence, individuality and choice should be evident 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CARE HOMES OFTEN HAVE A BAD SMELL

A good operator, with dedicated cleaning, laundry and care staff, will take a zero tolerance approach to bad smells. The key is prevention and treatment. Staff will assess a resident’s needs and make appropriate arrangements to manage their continence effectively. For example, call bells will be answered swiftly and residents helped to the toilet straight away. At the same time, if any spillages or leaks do occur due to incontinence, they will be immediately treated with industrial cleaning equipment. Affected materials will also be swiftly replaced.

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EVERYONE WILL HAVE DEMENTIA

Different care homes cater for different needs. Basic help for personal care, such as washing and dressing, is available in a residential home.

A nursing home will, as the title suggests, provide tailored nursing care for each resident. There are also homes offering extra care and support such as those focused entirely on residents who live with dementia. While some people in any care home may have some degree of memory loss or dementia, that does not apply to everyone in all homes.

EVERYONE WILL BE SAT IN THE LOUNGE ASLEEP WITH THE TV ON

A good care home will offer a stimulating programme of activities and ensure its main lounge is a social, active and interesting place. If a resident or a group of residents want to watch TV or DVDs they can do so in their comfort of their own rooms or in a dedicated TV or cinema room.

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AFC Bournemouth treats care staff to Easter Monday match One lucky resident and members of staff at Poole-based care provider, Care South, enjoyed an Easter to remember recently, when they received complimentary tickets to the AFC Bournemouth football match against Birmingham City.

As part of Care South’s partnership with AFC Bournemouth Community Trust, one resident and staff at three of Care South’s homes in Bournemouth and Poole, attended the game at the Goldsands Stadium along with their families.

Rebecca Arnell, Home Administrator at Care South’s Queensmead care home in Christchurch, was one of the lucky members of staff selected and gave her tickets to her delighted husband and son, John and JJ Arnell.

One of the residents at Care South’s Elizabeth House care home in Parkstone, Roy Blackham, attended the match accompanied by Care Assistant at the home, Ginny Moors. Roy is an ardent Cherries supporter and used to regularly attend matches with his wife.

Assistant Chef, Patrick Garvey, was the recipient of two tickets at Care South’s Dorset House care home in Hamworthy and the match made a fantastic start to his holiday!

Janine May, Home Manager at Care South’s Queensmead commented: “The other home managers and I were delighted to be able to send members of Care South staff and their families and even one of our residents along to the match. Care South’s partnership with AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust has been a great success so far, giving residents and staff the opportunity to get involved in a variety of activities.”

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I WILL HAVE TO GO TO BED AND GET UP WHEN I AM TOLD TO

We all have our own rhythms and routines and, while there has to be some structure to the day and night, residents should be free to choose when they want to get up and when they go to bed. Whether night owls or early birds, all are welcome.

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I WILL HAVE NO CHOICE OF FOOD

Food is essential to our wellbeing and quality of life.

Residents should be involved in decisions about their diet and be given the time to choose options in advance from a meals menu. Snacks should be readily available throughout the day and night. There should also be off-menu flexibility for special dietary needs.

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I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GO OUT TO THE SHOPS, FOR A WALK OR FOR A PUB LUNCH WHEN I WISH

While safety is paramount, a good care home will always encourage independence and with the appropriate risk assessments in place anything is possible. We have residents who walk out to the shops, or take a mobility scooter.

Occasionally, someone may even have their own car.

Residents often go out for lunch and dinner with their friends and relatives. For group outings, Colten Care homes will provide minibus transport.

A short film featuring residents talking about life in a care home has been produced by Colten Care in partnership with Age Concern, the Alzheimer’s Society and Bournemouth University. DVDs are available free of charge from the Local Epicentre or to view and comment online, visit www. youtube.com/coltencare Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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Secure your pick of the plots at Ringwood’s first retirement living development from McCarthy & Stone McCarthy and Stone, the UK’s leading retirement housebuilder, is delighted to announce the arrival of its first Retirement Living development in Ringwood, Cornmantle Court, which launched in the area in September last year.

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hile there are other retirement villages in Hampshire, Cornmantle Court on Parsonage Barn Lane, is the first of its kind in Ringwood and since opening has received a rapid influx of residents with many of the 33 apartments now reserved or occupied.

Retirees in and around the area are therefore invited to register their interest in this luxury development of 33, one and two bedroom high quality apartments for the over 60s now, as interest from the local community continues to increase.

Jacqui Meenan, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for McCarthy and Stone, explains: “There has been a notable lack of retirement housing available up until now in Ringwood and as the UK’s leading retirement housebuilder this is something which McCarthy and Stone was keen to address.

“Cornmantle Court gives local homeowners the first

chance to buy a stunning retirement apartment in the much sought after location of Ringwood. Not surprisingly it has already attracted significant levels of interest from local purchasers wanting to stay in the area, but who were looking to downsize to a more manageable and lower maintenance property. I would therefore encourage anyone interested in securing one of these stunning apartments for themselves to get in touch without delay.”

McCarthy and Stone is committed to helping people stay independent for longer and Cornmantle Court will offer the independence of retaining home ownership, while living in a secure, low maintenance and energy efficient apartment.

What’s more, with all the maintenance of all external and communal areas taken care of, homeowners can spend more time enjoying their retirement with family and friends.

Facilities include a homeowners’ lounge ideal for socialising with friends,

beautifully landscaped gardens in which to relax and a convenient guest suite should homeowners have friends or relatives to stay.

The development will also benefit from its very own House Manager, who will ensure the smooth running of the development, a security entrance system, plus 24-hour emergency

call points for added peace of mind for both homeowners and their families.

Situated just half a mile from Ringwood town centre, Cornmantle Court benefits from close proximity to a host of local shops and amenities including The Furlong Shopping Centre, and the popular weekly market held in Ringwood High Street.

For further information about the development and to arrange an appointment, please contact the sales team on 01425 489352.

Alternatively please visit the sales office, open Tuesday – Saturday from 10.30am – 5.00pm.

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Positivity WILL HELP YOU THROUGH Janine Pulford meets Sue Stone

It’s always refreshing to interview people who have overcome adversity by putting positivity into practise and in this area you don’t have to travel far to find one such person

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ot only does she live in an idyllic country cottage in West Parley, but she has set up her own foundation, is surrounded by a happy family, has horses, a dog, cats and a swimming pool.

Rewind to 1999, and you would have found Sue Stone in the depths of despair. Her marriage was in tatters, debts were mounting from a failed business and in her purse was her last £10 note. With three young children to feed, Sue had no idea where their next meal would come from. “I had hit rock bottom,” she said.

But, by 2005, Sue’s life had completely turned around and she puts it down to the power of positive thinking. Her focus had changed.

Instead of dwelling on all the negative and bad things, Sue was now focused on the good and positive things in her life and she wanted to help transform other people’s lives too.

She purchased the domain name suestone.com and set up a personal coaching business. It was so successful that just a few years later, in 2011, Sue set up the Sue Stone Foundation and has since trained 70 members.

“It staggers me how far the foundation is travelling,” says Sue. “We are recognised all round the world. People fly in for the training from as far away as Australia, America, Norway and Nigeria and once trained, we provide ongoing support. It is very rewarding.

“Through the foundation, we are spreading positivity, happiness, success and love.”

She carries out two-day training courses twice a year for those who want to follow their hearts and make the most of positive living.

As well as her own life experience, Sue is continually researching and is well versed in the science behind positive thinking. She is also an author in her own right on the subject and says, “Neuro science has proved we’re not hard wired. We can create new neural pathways in the brain. People can turn their lives around far more quickly than they think they can.”

So what pointers can Sue give to readers?

• Don’t focus on all the things that are not right in your life. This naturally makes you miserable • Shift the thinking on to what you are grateful for and focus on what you DO want. You get more of what you focus on. It gives your life direction.

• Focus on solutions, not the problems and the solutions will begin to appear.

She adds, “I’ve done everything badly very well. I was caught in the drama of life and it was only by changing my thinking that I changed my life. It’s not rocket science.”

She agrees that much of it is common sense, but people have to apply it.

“It’s a growth lesson, we have to learn how to move on with a seed of positivity.”

Sue Stone info file:

www.suestone-eft.com www.suestonefoundation.com www.suestone-eft.com Self help book: Love Life, Life Life DVD: Unlock Your Inner Millionaire £14 through website.

CD: The Power of Positive Living 01202 593929

She also believes in living in the “now” and making the most of it.

As well as the Sue Stone Foundation, she offers inspirational business coaching and personal coaching and anyone can subscribe to her daily videos. She also set up the Sue Stone EFT Association (Emotional Freedom Technique), which runs courses to learn this selfhelp tapping technique. “EFT helped me so much. By tapping on the meridian points you can be freed from negative emotion. You can do it yourself. It calms the energy system and it’s easy to do,” she says.

It can be effective on animals too and can apparently help those with addictions and eating problems.

Sue adds, “I am trying to share things that can help people live a happier life. My main mission is to change people’s way of thinking to become empowered to find true happiness.”

These days Sue rubs shoulders with the likes of Samantha Cameron at Number 10, former dragon Hilary Devey and she is now being approached by world leaders. She was also filmed for Channel 4’s ‘The Secret Millionaire’ Despite her rise to fame and fortune, Sue Stone keeps her feet squarely on her patch of Dorset soil mixing with people from all walks of life and helping people on all sorts of budgets. And working alongside her as her personal assistant is daughter Natz.

“I’ve stayed positive for over 15 years,” Sue says as the interview draws to a close. “I’m very happy. I love my life and I live and breathe what I teach.”

To celebrate 10 years since purchasing the domain name www.suestone.com, Sue is offering readers the chance to win her DVD ‘Unlock Your Inner Millionaire’. There are two copies up for grabs, simply answer the following question:

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Enter online at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Sue Stone DVD, mags4dorset, 1st Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EN. Closing date is 18 May 2015. The first two correct answers drawn will be the winners. The editor’s decision is final. Employees of Page & Pulford Ltd are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative.

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Explore Broadstone

The Village website is the collective shop window for Broadstone and allows visitors to see everything that is on offer and available.

On the leisure side there is a

large recreation ground, bowling green, football pitches, cricket pitch, golf club and leisure centre with a swimming pool.

www.broadstonevillage.co.uk

locally known as the Village

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ith a community and commercial centre known locally as the Village, Broadstone is a busy shopping area offering free 30 minute on street parking and in the ‘toast rack’ outside the shops in Lower Blandford Road. Or you can use one of two council run car parks with hourly charges in Story Lane and Station Approach.

A suburb of Poole, Broadstone developed in the 19th century. By the late 1800s the railway served the area and Broadstone boasted a junction of its own: New Poole.

Unfortunately by the 60s the railway was in decline and the tracks were lifted, the last being the goods track to Wimborne which was closed in 1977.

The loss of the railway opened

up new areas for development, and today, there are more than 4000 homes in Broadstone, which has a population of over 10,000 (2011 census).

To satisfy the demand of a growing population, Broadstone has several churches and schools.

As a centre for shopping there are over 100 stores and businesses offering services including two butchers, two bakers and two greengrocers. There are also two supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and pubs.

You can get what you need close to home or in one visit.

“Broadstone has plenty of choice, provides value and a big welcome.

Follow Broadstone Village on Facebook,” says Simon Merry, Chair of Broadstone Chamber of Trade.

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A dedicated suburban chamber The Broadstone Chamber of Trade and Commerce is the only dedicated suburban chamber of trade in Dorset (others cover whole towns) Affiliated to Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the chamber has links to the British Chamber of Commerce and Local Enterprise Board. It facilitates two networking opportunities each month: a breakfast at Caesar’s in Dunyeats Road and an evening event

at Franco’s in Station Approach. As well as this, the chamber meets on a quarterly basis to discuss ongoing projects and issues. If you wish to join Broadstone’s chamber contact the membership secretary John Milhofer on 01202 603569 or email milhofer@talktalk.net

Plans to provide approximately 500 burial spaces within the Green Belt at Poole Crematorium have been given the go ahead.

The planning application is for the change of use of the formal mown grass landscape, which is currently used for ash interments, to a formal burial ground

accommodating approximately 500 burials.

The justification given for allowing a burial ground was that alternative sites had been properly considered and exceptional circumstances had been demonstrated to deliver the burial spaces within the Green Belt.

Burials within Green Belt get go ahead

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3-D flower crafting workshop Cards of Distinction in Broadstone will be holding an inspirational flower crafting workshop on Saturday 16 May. Booking is essential and there will be a small

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charge to cover materials. Numbers are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Call Karen on 01202 697744 or find Cards of Distinction on Facebook.

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Superfast Broadband

grants available Borough of Poole is encouraging local small and medium sized enterprises (SME) and third sector organisations to get connected to superfast broadband more cheaply through a new Connection Voucher Scheme.

Local businesses can apply for vouchers from £100 to £3,000 to cover the cost of connecting.

Businesses from across Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset are eligible to apply. The scheme is available until 31 March 2016 and vouchers are awarded on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Further information about the Connection Voucher Scheme and how to apply is available at www. dorsetforyou.com/connectionvouchers.

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Computer Repair Service Few things in life can be as frustrating as a computer that is misbehaving. CRS specialises in providing an efficient and effective solution for PC and laptop repairs.

Whether you need some friendly advice about software or a repair or upgrade to your systems, CRS can help. Will fix blank screens, computers running slowly and hardware problems. Upgrades and software installations also provided. Call 01202 699116.

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Time to buy a watch at Forum Jewellers Looking to buy a watch? Forum Jewellers of Broadstone are delighted to be able to offer you the Citizen Scrappage scheme.

Purchase any Citizen Eco Drive watch from Forum Jewellers and bring in any old watch, broken or working, and we will discount your new Citizen watch by up to £50.00.* Citizen Eco Drive come with a 5 year warranty and their watches are powered by light and never require a battery.

Call in to Forum Jewellers to view this fantastic range of watches and browse their other popular jewellery and watch brands. * Terms and conditions apply

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See the BCCB

The outstanding Broadstone Community Concert Band returns to Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts on 27 June at 7.30pm.

The 50-strong band will present a variety of music to rival that of many professional ensembles with pieces from composers as diverse as Holst and Lloyd Webber, drawn from Broadway shows as well as the classical repertoire – it will be a genuinely inclusive ‘something for everyone’ programme.

What’s more, the 35-strong Leaf Charity Choir will also be performing selections from their expanding repertoire. Founded as part of the Dorset-based Leukaemia Educating and Fundraising Charity, the choir meets to rehearse every Wednesday at St Michael’s Middle School, Colehill from 7.15pm.

More information at www.leafcharity.com.

Broadstone Community Concert Band meets every Thursday. More details at www.broadstone-community-concert-band.co.uk.

Tickets £5. 0844 406 8666 www.lighthousepoole.co.uk

Community Choir

Broadstone has its own choir and is currently searching for new tenors. It has over 70 singers and performs four concerts a year in local venues, mostly of sacred choral music but also including some secular pieces. The next concerts will be on Friday 26 June at St George’s Church, Oakdale and Saturday 27 June at Broadstone Methodist Church. Both start at 7.30pm. If you would like to sing with this friendly choir, formerly called Broadstone Community Choir visit www.bcc.webs.com

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Join Corfe Mullen’s carnival spirit

g place for the last 49 years.

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Lesley Shand Funeral Service – In the Community Lesley Shand Funeral Service in Corfe Mullen, part of the Douch Family Group, are involved with various community initiatives in Broadstone, Corfe Mullen and the surrounding areas.

The Royal British Legion in Broadstone holds monthly “Eat and Meet” discounted lunches, subsidised

by Lesley Shand, for those who live alone for whatever reason to meet with others. Lunches are specifically for members, but non-members are welcome.

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Hillside Veterinary Centre, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne We are a small animal vets having been established since 1997 and have grown into a dedicated and passionate team of four vets, four nurses, three receptionists and two support staff.

We all have the same passion – an undeniable love of animals. We have pets of our own that are part of the family and we always strive to treat our patients as we would want our own pets treated - with love, care and understanding.

It’s important to us at Hillside that both you (the owner) and your pet feel comfortable when visiting.

Our waiting area is divided into separate cat and dog areas to help reduce stress (particularly for cats and rabbits) and any discomfort.

There’s also always complimentary fresh tea and coffee on the go.

We offer a free first vet consultation for new clients, so why not pop over for your pet health check – you won’t want to leave.

Lesley Shand also sponsor various Knit and Natter coffee mornings including Yarn with Yarn at the Broadstone United Reformed Church, the next session is scheduled for Wednesday 13 May; Knit and Natter at Broadstone Methodist Church, held the first Monday of every month and Knit and Natter at Corfe Coffee (Corfe Mullen) held the first Thursday of the month. All start at 10am until 12 noon and knit for PreemiesUK, a not for profit organisation that provides hospitals with tiny clothes for premature babies.

For any further information on Lesley Shand’s community involvement please call them on 01202 658833.

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SUMMER Fashion and Beauty There’s nothing like a few days of sunny weather to put you in the mood for summer

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here may be the odd cooler days still to come but it’s never too early to start thinking about summer fashion and beauty.

New hairstyles, nails design and the latest beauty treatments, beautiful jewellery, up to date and eye catching accessories and even brightly

framed glasses, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to preparing for the long hot summer.

To find out more about the latest trends, contact the pick of local businesses listed on these two pages who are keen to help you make it a summer to remember.

MANE STREET

NEW FOREST TREE OF LIFE

Mane Street is one of Ferndown’s longest established salons, having opened over 35 years ago. It has however changed hands a couple of times over the years and is now run by Gina. The young energetic mum of two has owned the salon for eight years having started her training there 16 years ago.

Gina, who is extremely passionate about her salon, said: “At Mane Street we pride ourselves on providing an individually tailored service in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We have a talented team of stylists who can create the perfect new look for all age groups.

“We are very aware of today’s budgets so are pleased to always offer a senior citizen special price list on selected days, a 15% student discount every day and a continued loyalty scheme for our returning clients. Feel free to pop in for a free consultation to discuss your hair needs. We would love to see you.”

TONY HAIRDRESSING

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New Forest Tree of Life offers a variety of products, many of which are exclusive in the area, which are reasonably priced. It also sells its own label beauty and candle ranges made from pure ingredients. Come and discover the range of beautiful scarves, fashion jewellery, purses and bags suitable for all occasions and perfect for everyday, weddings and proms.

Do you want to look good and feel great for the summer? Tony hairdressing can make it happen and that’s something the team of 11 stylists will guarantee.

And as summer approaches, the salon’s crazy colour sale is back again. On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Ashley is offering each service for just £15.

Call 01202 486868 for details.

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CREATIONS Charlie is a vibrant talented stylist with 28 years’ experience. Bringing classic styling and creative new styling together, she is on trend and keen to get going with the Paul Mitchell colour range creations now in stock. She looks forward to seeing you soon.

Beauty Corner owners, qualified therapists Jenny (right) and Nicola, each have over 12 years beauty and nail experience. They offer a selection of the latest treatments including Lava Shell, the world’s first self-heating massage tool providing a seamless, deep continuous heat across the body. The new pedicure treatment Mavex Callus-peeling removes dead hard skin from heels in just 15 minutes and semi permanent eyelash extensions give longer, thicker natural looking lashes.

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MONTHLY HOROSCOPES with RUSSELL GRANT MAY 2015

ARIES March 21 - April 20 The New Moon on the 18th brings more money and just in the nick of time. This is a good time to create a budget so you can make the most of your increased income. Organisation won’t be your strongest suit around the end of the month. Make sure to check and double check your work before handing it in. Above all, don’t send emails until you are sure exactly who you are sending them to. You wouldn’t want confidential information being broadcast to an entire mailing list.

TAURUS April 21 - May 21 Taking a short trip for pleasure is strongly advised for the first half of May. This journey will allow you to get your priorities straight. The New Moon on the 18th is perfect for improving your appearance.

Change your look or update your wardrobe. The results will be very impressive. Don’t get in a power struggle with a religious or academic leader in late May. You can’t afford to make an enemy of such an influential person.

GEMINI May 22 - June 21 It will be difficult to make a logical decision on the 9th; choose your heart over your head on this confusing day.

The New Moon on the 18th invites you to rest, relax and rejuvenate. Spend some time by yourself, enjoying solitary activities that give you joy. If you have to take a day off from work or hire a babysitter, so be it. It will be impossible to get a straight answer from a government agency or bureaucratic institution in the final days of the month. Wait until midJune for clarity.

CANCER June 22 - July 23 You won’t get much help from colleagues during the first half of the month. If you need to do something, you’d better tackle the project yourself. The New Moon on the 18th is ideal for social pursuits of all kinds. You’re sure to meet a powerful executive at a party or professional gathering. Keep some business cards on hand, as you’ll want to pass on your contact information. Don’t let your best friend or lover push you around during the second half of May. You have a right to your tastes and opinions.

LEO July 24 - August 23 Your boss will have high praise for you during the first half of the month. Your willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty will result in a raise or promotion. If you’re unemployed, take this opportunity to apply for work. Go for positions that will put you in the spotlight, like public relations. The New Moon on the 18th will find you assuming a different role than you have played in the past. You’ll enjoy implementing efficient systems and organising a chaotic situation. Use the second half of May to work towards a cherished dream. Friends with good connections can help you reach this goal. Don’t hesitate to ask for their help.

VIRGO August 24 - September 23 You’ll be in great demand at work as midmonth approaches. Juggling your personal and professional lives will be a continued source of strain. The New Moon on the 18th is ideal for scheduling an overseas trip. If you’re single, you will find love on this exciting journey. Don’t be surprised if you have to revise a legal agreement in the second half of the month, when unforeseen circumstances change your situation. A wonderful work assignment arrives as May turns to June.

LIBRA September 24 - October 23 A good job is within your grasp, so long as you are willing to play second banana to a seasoned expert. You will hear more about this position on the 18th, when the New Moon prompts you to have talks with an authority figure. If you aren’t able to get the salary you want, negotiate for more annual leave or reduced hours. Find a way to make this job work for both you and your employer. It will be necessary to get additional training as May turns to June.

At times, you will feel as if you’ll never master a skill. Give yourself permission to make mistakes at first. Don’t worry; your diligence will eventually pay off.

SCORPIO October 24 - November 22 The New Moon on the 18th finds you celebrating an engagement, wedding, or commitment ceremony. Alternatively, you might become business partners with a powerful executive. The road to romance will be rocky in late May. Arguments over money, intimacy and obligations will threaten your domestic tranquility.

Don’t resort to personal insults when you’re fighting, or the damage will be permanent. If you’re single, it will be impossible to find a person who shares your interests. Be content with going solo. You can’t afford to lower your standards when it comes to love.

SAGITTARIUS November 23 - December 21 Move quickly to close a deal in mid-May or a rival will steal your thunder. The New Moon on the 18th is perfect for landing a steady job. This job may not be especially stimulating, but it will improve your financial situation.

Be more attentive to your best friend or lover as May draws to a close. You might have to assume some of their responsibilities or help them through a difficult emotional situation. It is possible your loved one will have to relocate during this time, due to flood damage or an unforeseen natural disaster. Just remember that when one door closes, another will open.

CAPRICORN December 22 - January 20 A holiday package to a country known for its natural beauty will be a high spot of your year. The New Moon on the 18th is ideal for launching a creative endeavour.

Give yourself permission to experiment with paint, fabric, wood, or any other material of your choosing.

Jealousy could rear its ugly head at the end of May, when a rival tries to steal your amour away. This is a potent reminder to keep the passion alive at all costs.

AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19 Money for a household purchase becomes available on the 6th, thanks to a powerful benefactor. The New Moon on the 18th is ideal for buying a home, signing a lease, or expanding your current abode. You’ll resent a loved one’s attempts to make you settle down on the 25th.

The two of you need to have an honest discussion about the future. Don’t mince words. Confusion over finances at the end of May forces you to review bank accounts with a fine toothed comb.

PISCES February 20 - March 20 The 16th will prove wonderfully romantic, when your amour gives you a beautiful token of their appreciation. The New Moon on the 18th will be equally gratifying, thanks to good news about a class or writing project.

You’ll feel pressured to spend a lot of money on home improvements during the second half of May. Go ahead and do some emergency repairs. Postpone a redecoration project for later in the year, when you’ll have more funds. Seemingly inexpensive purchases will add up to a tremendous amount. Sit down and make a list of your priorities. Plumbing and electricity should trump new sheets and towels.

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SIEMENS installs electric vehicle charging points Poole company SIEMENS is to supply and install a new network of electric vehicle charging points in Dorset Installation of the network of rapid charging points for electric vehicles (EVs) is already underway in Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset as part of a complete EV package with three years’ maintenance support provided by Siemens.

The company won the competitive tender and will be responsible for the project management, installation and commissioning of the network of Siemens QC45 rapid chargers from its factory in Sopers Lane.

The18 EV chargers will benefit electric car drivers who live or work in the region as well as those visiting the areas. There will be five rapid chargers installed in Poole with a further five in Bournemouth and eight in Dorset.

The locations were chosen as they are strategically close to the main routes between the M27 and Exeter as well as Yeovil and the South Coast.

Rapid chargers extend the range of electric vehicles by recharging them in less than 40 minutes, compared to the 4-8 hours it usually takes to charge at home, allowing people to continue with their journeys and businesses to keep their electric vehicles on the roads all day.

The project will be the first rapid charging network installed and operating with fully integrated bay sensors providing real-time information on bay availability and detection of non-EVs for onward notification to parking enforcement teams.

The first charger at Poole’s Civic Centre pay and display car park is already available for use. There is a small charge of £4 for using these EV rapid chargers. Drivers can join the

Charge Your Car scheme or pay by phone or Charge Your Car app. Other locations will include Poole - Ashley Road, Lighthouse car park, Old Orchard; Westbourne - Poole Road; Bournemouth - Hawkwood Road car park (adjacent to library), Richmond Gardens multi storey car park, Christchurch Road, near Lansdowne roundabout; Boscombe - Madeira Road multi storey car park; Kinson - Pound Lane car park; Christchurch - Saxon Square; Wimborne - Allenview West car park.

Borough of Poole, Bournemouth Borough Council and Dorset County Council were jointly

awarded a grant from the Government Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) for the £900,000 project to install the rapid chargers. The aim is to provide sufficient charging points throughout the country to reassure drivers that electric vehicles can be used for longer journeys and to encourage more motorists to drive them.

Siemens was established in the UK more than 170 years ago where it now employs 14,000 people.

As the world’s largest engineering company, Siemens provides innovative solutions to help tackle the world’s major challenges.

The charging point at Poole’s Civic Centre

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home and garden

spruce up your home for spring So it’s May – the month with two bank holidays.

And it’s been shown that they are becoming the bank holidays for home improvements when we love to blitz as many of the big cleaning or renovation tasks around the house

One survey has shown that four out of 10 Brits plan home improvements over the May and Whit bank holiday weekends.

The 10 most popular jobs over the period have been revealed as

redecorating rooms

recarpeting rooms

minor repairs

laying decking or patio

repairing fences and gates repainting the front door

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installing a new bathroom installing a new kitchen

insulating cavity or solid walls and installing new windows

home and garden

These experts will be able to inspire you and and take the stress away while helping make sure that your home becomes the castle you’ve always wanted.

And with all the help they can give, you’ll still have time to put your feet up and enjoy your bank holiday barbecue without feeling guilty.

There’s no doubt we all put off doing this type of work over the winter but now is the time to face those tasks. But there is light at the end of the improvements’ tunnel.

While we all like to try and have a go at DIY, there’s no doubt that there is nothing like getting the real experts in to make sure you get the most out of your improvement work.

So whether you’ve already decided what you want to do to make your home even more comfortable or you are looking to make improvements to increase the value of your property, take a look at the advertisements on these pages.

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O arsome Odyssey

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FOR YOUNG ROWERS

Plenty of encouragement for Ross (rowing) and Jay (right) at the end of their 24-hour sponsored row

FACT FILE • • • • • • • • •

2900 nautical miles but expected distance rowed 3000 nautical miles plus, due to adverse weather and ocean conditions.

Estimated time: 50-90 days.

Calories per day - consume 6000 burn 8000-12000: the equivalent of 67 bananas each per day.

Food - military style rations of dehydrated high calorie content meals.

Drinking water is converted from the ocean via a desalinator – the single most important asset on the boat for survival.

Consuming at least 3-5 litres of water a day whilst rowing in tropical heat.

Can expect to be dehydrated for a considerable portion of the race.

The boat has no engine, relying only on human propulsion.

It is well equipped, carrying solar panels and a fuel cell which power navigation and communication equipment.

Expect - blisters, salt rash, sharks and sleep deprivation.

To find out more about Oarsome Odyssey’s row and opportunites for sponsorship go to: www.oarsomeodyssey.com taliskerwhiskyatlanticchallenge.com justgiving.com/oarsome-odyssey

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Two rowers from Poole have the oarsome aim of becoming the youngest team to cross an ocean

By LIZ TURNER

n 15 December they will set off from the Canaries to row the 3,000 mile journey to Antigua in what is seen as the ‘the world’s toughest rowing challenge’.

Just completing the event would be an amazing achievement but Ross Macleod and Jay Olenicz want to go one step further by setting the record as the youngest tandem team to do this. At the start both will be only 20-years-old and Ross will celebrate his 21st birthday while crossing the ocean.

The current record is held by 21-year-old rowers who set it on the same route earlier this year.

Jay and Ross under the team name Oarsome Odyssey, will be competing in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge.

Keen rowers since taking up the sport at Canford School, Ross and Jay are already training hard for the challenge which will raise money for three charities – Julia’s House, BRACE, funding research into Alzheimer’s and Refuge, which supports women and children affected by domestic abuse.

They already have the boat which will be their home for up to 90 days, At seven metres long and just under two metres wide with only a small cabin to protect them against storms, the rowers are under no illusion that this will be far from an easy voyage. They may face hurricane force winds and multi storey waves but the boat is designed to self-right when capsized.

It has already shown its pedigree having crossed the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, as well as being used in an attempt around Britain.

Jay, who is taking a year out from his physics and astrophysics studies at the University of Bristol said: “The environment of the Atlantic is harsh and the trip will challenge us both mentally and physically.”

No stranger to water, Jay has sailed at national level and swum competitively from the age of 11. He became the fastest British 13-year-old to swim the 50m backstroke.

Ross, whose ambition is to join the Royal Marines, has a passion for sport and outdoor challenges and has climbed mountains and glaciers.

He added: “We have to fund the challenge ourselves and have had a lot of support so far. Sandbanks Yacht Company is allowing us to use their gym equipment for training and to store the boat.”

While, achieving the world record is something to aim for, Jay and Ross’s main reason for doing the challenge is to raise over £100,000 for charity.

There were personal reasons for choosing the charities.

Jay’s grandmother has Alzheimer’s, and the devastating effect the disease has on her motivated him to support BRACE. Ross’s nephew, Bobby, was born with a 14q chromosome deletion and receives care from Julia’s House.

Both are strong supporters of Refuge.

In addition to their fund-raising target, Jay and Ross also need to raise £70,000 just to enter and complete the race. They recently completed a 24-hour sponsored row to raise funds, taking it in turns to row for two hours as they will in the Atlantic. They rowed 172 miles and ended up with blisters and two very sore backsides.

Jay said: “It was tough going and has made us realise how difficult the challenge will be. We are determined to succeed and are hoping local companies and businesses will come on board to support us so we can raise as much as we can for our charities.”

After the race, the boat and equipment will be sold to boost the donations to charity.

Despite being surrounded by water, Ross will have a very dry 21st birthday celebration. Even though it is the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, no alcohol is allowed on board. However Ross already has a bottle of Talisker which will be waiting for him in Antigua along no doubt, with plenty of champagne.

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what’s on

this month 2-22 May

New Milton artist Andy Blake’s exhibition of oil paintings, Regent Centre, Christchurch.

8-10 May

Diesel gala, Swanage Railway, Swanage. 01929 425800

8 May 7.30pm

Ferndown and District Horticultural Association, ‘Bournemouth and Area magic Lantern Show’ with Janet Burns, Ferndown Village Hall, Church Road, Ferndown.

9 May 10am

West Moors Horticultural Society plant sale, West Moors Memorial Hall.

01202 871536

9 May 1.30pm

Verwood and District Horicultural Society Coffee Morning and Plant Sale, Verwood Memorial Hall.

01202 814376

10 May 10am

Health walk, Ringwood library car park. 07876 646207

11 May 11am

‘Understanding Dermatology’

by Dr Ian Pearson, Consultant Dermatologist. Organised

by Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust at the Village Hotel, opposite RBH. 01202 704271

11 May 7.30pm

‘Shakespeare’s Fantastic Garlands’ by Gerald Ponting.

Wimborne Horticultural Society, Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. £1, non-members £2.

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

11 May 8pm

New Orleans Z’hulus from Belgium at Bournemouth Traditional Jazz Club, Bluebirds Social Club, Longham.

12 May

South Dorset Mid-Week Volunteers, Habitat management on a DWT nature reserve. 07436 157328

13 May 10.30am-12.15pm

‘Music and Short Talk’ by The Olive Branch Hand Bell Ringers in Scout Hall, off Station Road, Wimborne, in support of The Phoenix Stroke Survivors Support Group, Wimborne.

01202 884737

14 May 7.30pm

Verwood and District Horticultural Society talk by Mark Ching on ‘The Thatcher’s Tale’, Verwood Memorial Hall.

01202 814376

14 May 10am

New Milton Decorative and Fine Arts Society, talk on parks and palaces in St Petersburg by Hugh Ellwood. Memorial Hall, Whitefield Road. 01590 643046

14 May 7.30pm

Verwood & 3LX Twinning Association, talk by Amy Brenan ‘About Antiques’ and a valuation session. Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre.

01202 826449

15 May 7-8.30am

RSPB guided walk, The voices of spring, Knoll Gardens, Hampreston, Wimborne.

16 May 10am-5pm

Highcliffe Revival Food Festival, Highcliffe Village.

07932 945738

16 May 11am

Fanfare for Spring, Ringwood.

01425 489350

16 May 7.30pm

Bournemouth and District Samaritans present fundraising gala concert featuring modern and classical songs at Christchurch Priory. Tickets £10-16 from Regent Centre box office. 01202 499199

18 May 2-4pm

Ringwood WI annual meeting, voting on resolutions and cake competition. The Meeting House, Ringwood.

01425 470826

19 May 7.30pm

Verwood Historical Society, illustrated talk by Phil Holt ‘Concorde the Legend’. St Michael’s Parish Centre off Manor Road. 01202 824175

19 May 7.30pm

Concert of popular music

by Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society at The Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne.

01202 59038

20 May 10am

DWT Great Heath Volunteer Work Party. 01202 692033

20 May 7.30pm

Verwood Historical Society present ‘Ice age to space age’ an illustrated talk on Christchurch by local historian Mike Andrews, St Michael’s Parish Centre off Manor Rd, Verwood. 01202 824175

23-31 May

Dorset Wildflower Week coordinated by the Dorset Flora Group, walks and activities. www.derc.org.uk/local/dfg.htm

21 May 7.30pm

Bournemouth & Christchurch DWT group, The Wildlife Of Brownsea Island, illustrated talk

by Chris Thain, DWT Brownsea Reserve Manager, Christchurch Baptist Church Hall, Bargates, Christchurch.

21 May 8pm

Verwood Traditional Jazz Club, The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road, Verwood presents Dart Valley Stompers. Doors open 7pm 01202 873725

22-25 May

‘Wheels of Time’ flower festival, Wimborne Minster.

23 May-6 June

Purbeck Art Weeks. Open studios, concerts, talks.

23 May 9.30am-6pm Christchurch Rowing Regatta, Christchurch Quay.

01202 484964

24 May 11am-5pm Swanage Lions Summer Seaside Fete, Swanage seafront. 01929 425603

24 May 12noon-4pm

Shapwick Country Fair, Shapwick Village Green, Stewards Lane, Shapwick. £2, children free. 07704672240

26 May 10.30am-3pm DWT Poole Group stroll along Holes Bay. Meet Upton House Car Park.

27 May 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society. Andrew Nix playing a Roland Atelier AT900C at Hub. £7, members £5. Doors open 7pm. 01202 814976

27 May 7.30-9.30pm

New Forest Jazz Workshop meets at Godshill Village Hall, near Fordingbridge.

01425 650770

28 May 11am

Fleet Air Arm Association meets at Royal British Legion, Church Road, Ferndown.

07815 824841

30 May 9am-4pm

Rocky Flower Show and Plant Fair run by the Alpine Garden Society, QE School, Pamphill. £2.50, children free.

01202 285179

31 May 7.30pm

John Maddocks’ Jazz Men at St Leonards Hotel, 185 Ringwood Road, St Leonards, 01202 701295.

3 June 12noon

Ferndown Probus Club lunch and talk ‘Malta – An Island Under Siege’, Dudsbury Golf Club. 01202 875757

3 June 7pm

The Fireside Theatre presents a play reading ‘A Tribute to the One Act Play’ 01202 820689

4 June 7.30pm

Verwood and District Horicultural Society present a talk by Derek Luther on ‘Friends, Foes and Diseases’, Verwood Memorial Hall. 01202 814376

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There’s no need to pick a pocket or two to get tickets to see Oliver! at the Regent Centre in Christchurch – just enter our competition for your chance to see the show for free.

Bournemouth Musical Theatre is bringing Dickens’ timeless characters to life with its production of the ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more from 10 -13 June.

Lionel Bart’s sensational score includes ‘Food Glorious Food’, ‘Consider Yourself’, ‘You’ve got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two’, ‘I’d Do Anything’, ‘As Long As He Needs Me’ and many more. Directed by Noda award winning Frank Ewins, with musical direction by James Stead, and choreography by James Dixon-Box and Lisa Stead, this show should leave you wanting more. mags4dorset and the Regent Centre have two tickets to give away for the show on Thursday 11 June at 7.15pm. To be in with a chance of winning, answer this question:

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Wheels of Time turned at flower festival The first major Flower Festival to be held in the Minster Church of St. Cuthburga in Wimborne for five years will take place over the spring bank holiday weekend, Friday 22 to Monday 25 May. The festival will feature a floral carpet, 44 feet long up the centre of the nave.

The theme will be ‘Wheels of Time’ and will commemorate some of the people who have contributed over the centuries to Wimborne and the Minster. There will also be several large tableaux along with the floral arrangements throughout the Minster.

“Flower clubs from across Dorset and our own arrangers will stage the displays,” said Christine Oliver, the festival designer and co-ordinator.

“A small working party has been making papier mache life-sized figures over the past few months which will be accessories to some of the arrangements.”

The festival in 2010 attracted over 5,000 visitors.

Floral carpet from previous festiv al

What is the name of the character who sings ‘As Long As He Needs Me’?

Enter through our website: www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Oliver! competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is I June 2015.

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

Winner

The Manfreds at the Regent Centre – Clare Small of Bournemouth. Answer: 3.

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Shining a light on Portland Bill Lighthouse

A new visitor centre has been opened at Portland Bill Lighthouse.

Since 1716 a number of lighthouses have shown a light from Portland to guide vessels through the hazardous race to Portland and Weymouth as well as along the English Channel. The present lighthouse dates from 1906 and was manned until 1996. The newlyrefurbished visitor attraction occupies the ground floor of the former lighthouse keepers’ cottages.

It shows the history of the Portland Bill Lighthouses and also tells the story of the lives of the Trinity House lighthouse keepers. Trinity House is the General Lighthouse Authority for England, Wales and the Channel Islands.

The exhibition extends to the history and development of Trinity House and its lighthouses in general and the future of satellite-based aids to navigation.

The grade II listed lighthouse with its panoramic views of the Jurassic Coast can also be visited.

The refurbishment was made possible by a grant from the Trinity House Maritime Charity, which seeks to educate mariners and the general public about the importance of safe navigation at sea, as well as provide support and training for mariners.

REVIEW

The Complete History of Comedy (abridged) Reduced Shakespeare Company, Regent Centre, Christchurch

By Liz Turner Custard pies, clowns, jokes, sketches - there was potentially plenty to laugh about when the Reduced Shakespeare Company took command of the stage at The Regent Centre in Christchurch.

The company’s familiar format is a trio of actors reducing serious long topics to short sharp comedies, however the history of comedy is slightly different. Already it’s

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triumphed over subjects including The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) and The Bible: The Complete World of God and the claim is that comedy is the subject it was born to reduce.

The audience was taken through a whirlwind of the comedic art. Quick one-liners, references to comedy greats including Abbott and Costello, Charlie Chaplin, ‘Allo ‘Allo, Fawlty Towers, Morecambe and Wise, all deserved to be there.

Much was very funny but unfortunately some missed the mark. Stand up about Abraham Lincoln wasn’t that funny, the more American style jokes were a bit of a mystery and younger members of the audience simply didn’t know who some of the comedians the three actors were paying tribute to were. References to Abbott and Costello’s brilliant ‘Who’s on First’ got a bit lost.

However there were moments of brilliance.

A slapstick silent movie sketch created with strobe lighting was a highlight, as was a ukulele-plucked love letter to comedic greats. An improv sketch with audience members providing the sound effects was brilliant.

There were high speed costume changes, plenty of energy and the actors were in the foyer to meet the appreciative audience at the end of the show. Everyone seemed to enjoy the show but will this go down as one of the company’s highlights?

I’m not convinced but maybe my funny bone was just out of joint that night.

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Honeybrook Family Farm and Riverside Park Come along and explore Honeybrook traditional working farm which is set in 84 acres of beautiful river meadows just outside Wimborne along the B3078 There’s something for all the family to enjoy with new attractions opening this year.

Take in the gorgeous surrounding wildlife from a bumpy tractor ride or stroll along the Riverside Trail.

Enjoy the farm animals, adventure play and tractor rides or take a lap on a ‘pony palace’ pony! Then relax beside the River Allen with a delicious lunch from the Wonky Goose Café, which soon will be opening in the evening, offering a seasonal menu with meat from the estate owned High Lea Butchers.

The newly refurbished Victorian Tea Rooms will be re-opening in the summer.

If outdoor adventure is what you’re after, get involved with Honeybrook Wild Skills where young people and adults can learn bush craft and outdoor survival!

Honeybrook traditional craft workshops start this year too so visitors can learn about country skills including pole lathing, blacksmithing, porcelain flower making, foraging and many more.

And it’s not just memories of happy family days out that can be created at Honeybrook as it is also a beautiful setting for a wedding or special occasions including birthday parties.

Sunday 10 May 10am - 5pm Classic Car and Bike Show. The Transport of Yesteryear (TOY) Club Dorset and Harley Davidson fanatics from the Eagle Riders Group will be at the farm showing off some wicked wheels.

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Spring at Kingston Lacy

As spring has arrived with a blast of glorious sunshine and high temperatures the flowers are bursting into bloom throughout National Trust Kingston Lacy’s garden. From camellias and cherry blossom to tulips and bluebells there is colour at every turn. This year the team at Kingston Lacy has chosen a range of spring poems which have been scattered around the gardens for visitors to discover. From traditional poems by Thomas Hardy and Wordsworth to Japanese Haikus and even a verse written by Viola Bankes there is something different for everyone.

Will you be inspired to pen a line or two or even an ode to Kingston Lacy?

Enter the spring poetry writing competition; like Kingston Lacy on Facebook or follow them on Twitter to find out more details.

On Sundays until 17 May there is a selection of poetry workshops being organised in conjunction with Poole Poetry Group. The poetry workshops will be from 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Visit Kingston Lacy’s website for more details and information on how to book your place.

Kingston Lacy garden is open daily from 10.30am with the poetry trail running until 22 May. Entry is free for National Trust members. Visit the website (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy) for more details or call 01202 883402.

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

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BUSINESS SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING

DECORATING

CARPET CLEANING

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

GARDENING SERVICES

INTERIOR DESIGN

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BUILDING WORK & REPAIRS

PRINT SERVICES

GRAPHIC DESIGN

specialist services SHUTTERS & BLINDS

ROOFING

STAIR PARTS

TREE SURGERY

TILES

TILING SUPPLIERS

WINDOW REPAIRS

WINDOW REPAIRS

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local Performers L-R: Charlie Woodford, Mark Anstead, Catherine Smith, Annelies Paris, Amie Knight, Jenny Oag, Emma-Jane Toop, Robin Cook (Chairman EDDC), Lauren Fitzgerald, Nicole McNally, Melissa Barton, Katie Laurilla, Carlos Anthony Heath, Karl Vogts

THE VOICE OF FERDOWN Report by Janine Pulford

EMMA-JANE TOOP WON THE AUDIENCE’S HEARTS AS WELL AS THE JUDGES’ VOTES AT THE FINAL OF THE VOICE OF FERNDOWN ON 17 APRIL Performing to a full house at the Barrington Theatre, she sang her own composition ‘How to Breathe’.

Up against 11 strong singers and a violinist, the 16-year-old singer songwriter and guitarist from Poole wants to make a career in the music industry. Her prize of studio time with Brian Oliver at Basement Studio in Wimborne will help her on her way.

What the judges said - Matt Black: “Brilliant performance. You have a unique voice and scored a lot of points with it being your own song.” Jaxx Hall: “You are the whole package.” Brian Oliver: “You tick every box. It’s the works. I’m very excited about recording you.” Steve Saville: “You’re a very talented young lady, you really are going to go places.”

Catherine Gray: “Really well done.”

Emma-Jane won the audience’s votes too and received a further prize of £100.

The evening was well organised, well supported and showcased some of the most talented people in the area.

Emma-Jane said, “Taking part in the Voice of Ferndown has been a fantastic experience. It has given me the confidence to carry on performing at events and song writing. Words I would use

Walking

in the Air!

Spritely Pat O’Riordan from Ferndown has decided at the age of 82 to take to the air for the first time on the top of a plane, rather than inside it.

Her daring wing walk is in aid of Alzheimer’s Research, which affected her mother who died 13 years ago. “That’s my motivation,” said Pat who has a great sense of adventure and once got lost in the jungle in Malaya.

Not one for keeping her feet on the ground, Pat has parasailed all over the world and is also a hot air balloon fanatic.

“I play golf, badminton, walk a lot and do anything else that happens to be going,” her eyes twinkle.

A health services manager until she retired, Pat is determined to raise lots of money because she sees Alzheimer’s becoming a huge problem in the future.

She is fortunate to have the backing of Ferndown Golf Club where she is known for her charity work, but if you want to sponsor Pat, you can find her on justgiving.com.

“The wing walk will be great fun. I’ll be up there for about 20 minutes, so I’ll have to wrap up warm,” said Pat.

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to describe the experience are: overwhelmed, surprised and surreal. For anyone thinking of entering in September 2015, DO IT! The team organising the event are so friendly making the whole experience unforgettable. Lastly, thank you to everyone who voted for me.”

2nd was Catherine Smith (23) with a stunning performance of ‘The Prayer’ (Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli), 3rd Melissa Barton (22) with a strong rendition of ‘Believe’ (Cher), 4th Charlie Woodford (16) who made the most of his unique voice with ‘Brown Eyed Girl’ (Van Morrison) and played guitar.

Previous winners, Harmony Twist, also sang.

They had spent the last two years touring, so fans will be disappointed to learn the girls have now decided to disband.

Chairman of East Dorset District Council Robin Cook made the presentations. He said, “We undersell ourselves in this county and are not very good at promoting ourselves. Events like this help because when we do things in real Dorset, and this is real Dorset, we do them properly and really well.”

A retiring collection was made for the John Thornton Young Achievers’ Foundation.

For a full report visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk.

Think of her on 16 May at Compton Abbas airfield, or look up in the skies and see if you can spot her.

Will a parachute jump be next? Pat wasn’t too sure – but let’s wait and see.

L-R front Ben Pulford, mags4dorset, Marjorie Webber, Peter Webber, back Chris Brown and Dave Harding, Appliance Alliance

First win in 90 years!

Marjorie Webber from Bournemouth thought she was receiving a scam phone call when Ben Pulford from mags4dorset rang to tell her she’d won £1,000. She politely told him to ring her son Peter.

Ben then discovered that it was Peter who had sent in Marjorie’s entry. She had purchased a microwave oven from Appliance Alliance in Winton, one of the CashUnity businesses in the area, and her son collected it for her. He was given an entry form, which he sent off and forgot about.

Marjorie is 90 and said, “I have never won anything in my life.” To suddenly have £500 cash in her hands plus £500 worth of CashUnity vouchers made her day. “These things happen to other people.” She said. “I shop in Appliance Alliance regularly because they give such good service and are so helpful.”

And now she has won £1,000 by shopping there. Does she know what she will do with the money?

“I might treat Peter,” she said, but she was already looking at a rechargeable lightweight vacuum cleaner for her home.

Marjorie has £250 worth of vouchers to spend with Appliance Alliance and 5 x £50 vouchers to spend with any other CashUnity businesses of her choice.

Chris Brown from Appliance Alliance said, “We’re in the swing of CashUnity and reminding people what to do after they’ve made a purchase. We like it because it’s just local and the customers’ chances of winning are high.”

CashUnity

Specified Period 1 May 2015 - 31 May 2015 BROADSTONE & POOLE FORUM JEWELLERS

£1,000 monthly prize guaranteed!

184E The Broadway, Lower Blandford Road, BH18 8DP 01202 600350 forumjewellers.co.uk

POOLE JOINERY

188 Stanley Green Road, BH15 3AH 01202 661299 poolejoinery.com

TIMS TILES

Innovation Close, BH12 4GF 01202 716969

CashUnity HAS CHANGED!

The popular initiative devised by mags4dorset and backed by local traders has changed.

Following the launch of the scheme last year, mags4dorset has given away £15,500 in prize money to shoppers as a thank you for supporting their local traders. There were over 7,000 entries in 2014 and all the prizewinners admitted they liked using their local shops and used them regularly. This is great news and proves the scheme is working. What is even better this year is that CashUnity will ensure some of the prize money is reinvested directly with the participating traders making it a win win situation.

The monthly prize being offered under the initiative is still £1,000, but it will be awarded as follows: £500 cash to spend as the winner likes, a £250 shopping voucher to spend at the participating trader that issued the winning receipt, plus £250 in shopping vouchers, which can be broken down into £50 vouchers to spend at any of the participating traders, published in the directory. So you see, the value is the same, but the local economy is instantly better off too. The winning receipt must still be produced before the prize is allocated.

Any local businesses wanting to be part of this amazing initiative that inspires local people to use their local shops, and puts money straight back into participating traders’ businesses, get in touch now. Ring Mark on 07875 962344.

Full terms and conditions of CashUnity can be found at www.cashunity.co.uk

CHRISTCHURCH & TUCKTON AVON CAUSEWAY

Hurn, Christchurch, BH23 6AS 01202 482714 avoncauseway.co.uk

CLARITY HEARING

45 High Street, BH23 1AS 01202 478881 clarity-solutions.com

NEALS & SON BUTCHERS 182 Tuckton Road, Tuckton, BH6 3AA 01202 429366 butchers-shop.co.uk

THINK PRINT

7 High Street, BH23 1AB 01202 473167

TONY HAIR

The Fountain, 1 High Street, BH23 1AE 01202 486868 tonyhair.co.uk

CRANBORNE LA FOSSE AT CRANBORNE London House, The Square BH21 5PR 01725 517604 la-fosse.com

FERNDOWN BARRINGTON THEATRE Penny’s Walk, BH22 9TH 01202 894858 barringtoncentre.co.uk

BASIC ELEGANCE

Unit 5 Longham Business Park, 168 Ringwood Road, BH22 9BU 01202 578093 basicelegancefurnishings.co.uk

CROWNING GLORY

515 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NH 01202 892968

FERNDOWN ELECTRICAL SERVICES 125 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 872869

FERNGAS

40 Victoria Road, BH22 9HZ 01202 876020 ferngas.co.uk

INTERIORS COMPLETE

512 Wimborne Rd East, BH22 9NG 01202 890185 interiorscomplete.com

SWAN JEWELLERS

55 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 892990

TONY SMITH KITCHENS 517 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NH, 01202 892200 tonysmithkitchens.co.uk

Close Date 5 June 2015

UNDERWOOD EYECARE

THE FISH INN

XEROCAD PRINT CENTRE

LIBERTY’S OWL, RAPTOR & REPTILE CENTRE

7 Penny’s Walk, BH22 9TH 01202 891955 underwoodeyecare.co.uk

527 Ringwood Road, BH22 9AQ 01202 897297 xerocad.co.uk

FERNDOWN IND. ESTATE DORSET SOILS & AGGREGATES LTD

Unit 4, 13 Cobham Road, BH21 7PE 01202 874207 sandandgravel.uk.com

HOWDENS JOINERY

47 Cobham Road, BH21 7NP 01202 876150 howdens.com

SELECT PVCU

112-114 Cobham Road, BH21 7PQ 01202 877977 selectpvcu.com

THE WHEEL SPECIALIST

21 Haviland Road, BH21 7RZ 01202 875553 thewheelspecialist.com/locations/ bournemouthdorset

FORDINGBRIDGE CAXTON DÉCOR

26-30 Salisbury Street, SP6 1AF 01425 652700 caxtondecor.co.uk

FORDINGBRIDGE BOOKSHOP 15 Salisbury Street, SP6 1AB 01425 653725 fordingbridgebooks.co.uk

PRICE FARM FOODS 69 High Street, SP6 1AS 01425 652228 pricebutcheruk.co.uk

SELECT PETS & FOODS Green Lane, SP6 1HT 01425 655998

HIGHCLIFFE CHRISTCHURCH HEARING AID CENTRE LTD

351 Lymington Road, BH23 5EG 01425 272771 hearingaid-centre.co.uk

HIGHCLIFFE COACH HOLIDAYS

312 Lymington Road, BH23 5ET 01425 271111 highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk

KINSON SPECIALITY CAKES

1528 Wimborne Road, BH11 9AF 01202 572021 cakesindorset.co.uk

RINGWOOD ALLUM & SIDAWAY

47-49 High Street, BH24 1AD 01425 475180 allumandsidaway.co.uk

BICKERLEY GARAGE

Kings Arms Row, BH24 1BH 01425 470203 bickerleygarage.boschauto.co.uk

CONTAKT CARPETS

2 Pedlars Walk, BH24 1BZ 01425 477159 contaktcarpets.com

CROW FARM SHOP

Crow, BH24 3EA 01425 473290 crowfarmshop.com

West Street, BH24 2AA 01425 473185 thefishinn.net

Crow Lane, BH24 3EA 01425 476487 libertyscentre.co.uk

MADE CLOSER RETAIL LTD 2 High Street, BH24 1AF 01425 517715 madecloser.co.uk

MILLSTREAM MOTOR COMPANY

Unit 9 Millstream Trading Estate.

Christchurch Road, BH24 3SB 01425 477822 millstreammotorcompany.co.uk

PAPER MOUNTAIN

2 Meeting House Lane, BH24 1EY 01425 476751 papermountainuk.co.uk

POULNER FISH & CHIPS 4 Butlers Lane, Poulner 01425 478310

VERWOOD SURPLUS STORE 52 Ringwood Road, BH31 7AJ 01202 826994 verwoodsurplus.co.uk

WEST MOORS SELBY BUTCHERS

150 Station Road, BH22 0JB 01202 873121 selbybutchers.co.uk

WEBB’S AWARD WINNING BUTCHERS 165 Station Road, BH22 0HT 01202 855817 facebook.com/webbsbutchers

WEST PARLEY COZY STOVES

179 New Road, BH22 8ED 01202 573084 woodburnerdorset.co.uk

TIEGLA TILES

159A New Road, BH22 8EB 01202 594459 tilesdorset.co.uk

WIMBORNE

RINGWOOD SOUND & VISION

DRUSILLA’S INN

58 High Street, BH24 1AG 01425 478688 ringwoodsoundandvision.co.uk

Wigbeth, Horton, BH21 7JH 01258 840297 drusillasinn.co.uk

SCOLTOCKS HEALTH FOODS

F B SALON

1 Market Place, BH24 1AN 01425 473787

SOUL SHED

(Cultural Gifts Store) 4 Fridays Court, High Street, BH24 1AB 07786 282381

ST MARTIN’S GALLERY

Mockbeggar Lane, Ibsley BH24 3PP 01425 489090 stmartinsgallery.co.uk

TOWNHOUSE HAIRDRESSING

19 High Street, BH24 1AB 01425 473666 townhousehair.co.uk

THREE CROSS LEWIS CONCRETE

Old Barn Farm Road, Woolsbridge Ind. Park, BH21 6SP 01202 821895 lewisconcrete.co.uk

PETALS FLORIST

John Brown’s Garden Centre, Ringwood Road, BH21 6RD 01202 827444 verwoodflorists.co.uk

VERWOOD CUSTOM CREATIONS

Unit 1 Enterprise Park, Blackmoor Road, Ebblake Industrial Estate BH31 6YS 01202 823231 customcreations.furniture

EBBLAKE AUTOCENTRE

Unit 4, Verwood Trading Estate, Blackhill, BH31 6HA 01202 824516 ebblake.co.uk

GILBEY CLEANERS

29 Vicarage Road, BH31 6DR 01202 826176 gilbeycleaners.co.uk

THE SWANS RESTAURANT

Pennine Way, BH31 6UL 01202 825777 marstonstaverns.co.uk/Verwood/ Swans

Mill Lane, BH21 1JQ 01202 842282

LITTLE CANFORD GARAGE

98 Wimborne Rd West, BH21 2DS 01202 886980 littlecanfordgarage.com

MIRAGE BOUTIQUE 28 Mill Lane, BH21 1JQ 01202 881931

REEVES & GALLAGHER 14 East Street, BH21 1DS 01202 884700 reevesandgallagher.com

SCF HARDWARE

Unit 1 & 2 Brook Road, BH21 2BH 01202 857140 scfhardware.co.uk

WIMBORNE TYRES LTD

Unit 3 Brook Road, BH21 2BH 01202 881509 wimbornetyres.co.uk

WINTON APPLIANCE ALLIANCE

8-9 Cardigan Road, BH9 1BJ 01202 513202 euronics.co.uk/service-support/ store-finder

CARLY’S CRAFTS

1A Cardigan Road, BH9 1BJ 01202 512106 carlyscrafts.org.uk

WAYAHEAD TRAVEL

731A Wimborne Road, BH9 2AX 01202 522484 wayaheadtravel.co.uk