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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Christmas is coming!

Ann Widdecombe's dinner talk Competitions

SPACE MISSION

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Volume 12 • Issue 4 • November 2014

editor Janine Pulford

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assistant editor Liz Turner

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managing director Ben Pulford

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Hello readers, From death comes new beginnings and this was the case last month.

I received very sad news about the sudden passing of a dear friend Jenny Clarke, for whom I have written an obituary on page 4, and on the same day there came the wonderful news of a little baby boy, Marcos, born to friends in India.

Joy and sadness may be opposite emotions, but both are capable of bringing tears.

Last month also saw Nick and I take a holiday. We were lucky enough to choose a destination that was incredibly hot.

Only four hours flight away, the island of Rhodes became our retreat for 14 days, but our tans soon faded when we were greeted back home by the English rain.

But let’s forget about the weather and concentrate on Christmas! 4Dorset is packed with festive events that you can look forward to and enjoy.

We have also introduced an eye-catching front cover, which follows the design of 4Dorset’s sister magazine Viewpoint. This is to strengthen our branding and takes on board comments from our survey, which is in both magazines.

Do fill it out and return it to us for your chance to win an ASUS memo pad. We look forward to hearing from you.

Oh, our flying competition really took off. As I write, we have received over 23,000 entries. Wow!

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Remembered for her achievement with Woofability and her determination and strength against adversity Woofability founder Jenny Clarke from Woodlands, died suddenly on Friday, 10 October of heart failure. She was aged 59.

Born in Hillingdon, West London in July 1955, she met her husband Andy in 1971.

They were married in Ruislip three years later.

Jenny had a busy life working first with Hoover as a PA to the managing director, and then as a sales person with Birds Eye Frozen foods before she and Andy started their own successful business importing kitchen items. The couple moved to Dorset in 1979 after Jenny’s father died of a heart attack, as she wanted to be near her mother. Five years later, tragedy struck. Whilst helping

to unload a lorry of imported goods, Jenny fell and broke her spine. She spent 11 months in hospital and was initially paralysed from the neck down necessitating the closure of the business she had worked so hard to build up. Although Jenny regained the use of her upper body, she was confined to a wheelchair and her mother (who died last year after a long illness) helped to care for her. Jenny was told she would never have children, which made the birth of Sarah in 1996 a small miracle. She had carried Sarah for six months before even realising she was pregnant. Andy took time off to care for his family, and extended their home.

Jenny and Andy developed properties together, but she became increasingly withdrawn because of her disability and spent nearly eight years confined to the home until she was partnered with Farah, a golden retriever from the national charity Dogs for the Disabled.

Farah turned Jenny’s life around and soon she was

facing the outside world on the fund-raising trail for the charity in the hope of helping other disabled people in the same way.

It was Farah who inspired Jenny to start Woofability in 2009, a local charity that focuses on helping disabled people in Dorset and Hampshire. She had a vision that she could

Jenny and Magsie

Readers may remember that Jenny’s dog Farah used to ‘write’ a column for Town and Village (4Dorset’s predecessor magazine). mag4dorset also supported Woofability in 2011-12, sponsoring a golden retriever puppy named Magsie. She was featured in our October magazines after being partnered with a Colten Care home. Director Ben Pulford joined Jenny at the care home a few weeks ago to celebrate Magsie’s success as an assistance dog. Ben said: “Jenny was so proud of all that the charity

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partner dogs with those who needed them most and she lived to fulfill that vision.

The charity has placed 21 dogs, and has another 26 in training. Farah died earlier this year, and Jenny mourned the loss of her faithful companion.

Despite 30 years of physical challenges, Jenny was known for her exuberance. She was fun to be with, nearly always had a dog on her lap and was much more concerned about others, rather than with her own welfare. Woofability became her life, and giving talks was an aspect she loved because she could share her experiences and inspire others. With Andy continuously by her side, Jenny looked upon being in a wheelchair as an inconvenience rather than as a disability. Her proudest moment in recent weeks was when her daughter Sarah went to Bedfordshire University to study Sport and PE. Jenny will be remembered for her achievement with Woofability and her determination and her strength against adversity. She will be sorely missed.

had achieved and delighted that residents would be able to enjoy spending time with Magsie.

“Jenny has brought a lot of pleasure to many people and despite her disability was determined to live life to the full.

“We will all miss her both as a friend and because of the way she inspired everyone around her.”

Andy along with a large team of supporters will continue the work of Woofability in Jenny’s memory. Editor

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Traditional pork sausages made

by Webbs Butchers from West Moors reached the final of the Meat Trades Journal’s annual sausage competition Champion of Champions.

Alex Webb said: “There were only 22 finalists and we were delighted to be selected.”

Ann Widdecombe (in red) with some of the dinner guests including Chris Chope MP (back left)

Ann Widdecombe entertains Ann Widdecombe, the steely powerhouse, best known for her feisty and witty appearances on TV, in shows such as, ‘Have I Got News For You’, and for her unforgettable performance on BBC1’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, was the speaker at a dinner at Parley Manor last month.

Chris Chope MP was the Master of Ceremonies.

Malcolm Barber, Chairman of Ferndown Conservatives said, “I was delighted to host this special event, Ann spent the evening entertaining the 100+ guests with her witty repartee.

“The audience enjoyed a variety of stories about her political career, pantomime, TV shows, as well as her political exploits. Ann is a prolific writer and still

a staunch supporter of the Conservatives, which is why we were able to draw her to Dorset for this special dinner.”

Ann concluded the evening with a no holds barred Q&A session.

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Birds top the bill The largest flock of spoonbills ever seen in Britain has been recorded on the Brownsea Island Lagoon in Poole There are 47 birds on the lagoon with numbers having increased over the last 10 years. For around 50 years there were 2-3 spoonbills but youngsters are now following their parents back to their wintering quarters. The flock can be seen on the webcam at: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/webcam

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FAMILY FIRM SUPPORTS child bereavement charity Douch Family Funeral Directors are helping to finance child bereavement courses for up to 200 teachers by funding half the cost of 10 training courses run by Mosaic, a charity that supports children up to the age of 18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.

As well as providing individual support, Mosaic runs residential weekends for bereaved children, young people and their families.

Nick Douch, managing director of the funeral group, said death was often a taboo subject where children are concerned and it was important they received support.

It is estimated that 2,500 children living in Dorset will be bereaved by the death of a close relative each year and 250 of those will need the support of a service like Mosaic.

Margaret Hannibal, CEO at Mosaic, said: “We believe it is really

important to give teaching staff the confidence and skills to work with bereaved children and understand how they may react to the death of a loved one.

“Often teachers just need to know that what they are doing and saying is the right thing.”

Staff at the Douch Family Funeral Directors, which are based in Wimborne, Ferndown, Wareham, Poole, Upton, Swanage and Corfe Mullen, will be also be trained by Mosaic.

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Ferndown’s Friday Coffee Club raised their cups to support the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning on Friday 19 September.

The event, organised by Councillors John and Mrs Joyce Little, was supported

by Councillor Mike Parkes, Mayor of Ferndown, and raised £275 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

The Club meets in the Theatre Bar at the Barrington Centre every Friday from 9.30am to 12noon. Contact Joyce for information – 01202 980839.

Joyce and John also run the Ferndown NeighbourCar scheme which provides a transport service to surgeries, dentists and hospitals.

If you can help, contact Joyce.

Roaring success

Nick Douch and Margaret Hannibal

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Wimborne and Ferndown Lions’ annual quiz at the Barrington Centre, Ferndown, attracted over 100 people and raised £500 for local charities

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Remembrance Day

Annual parades and services to remember those who have given their lives for the peace and freedom that we enjoy today, will be held on Sunday 9 November 2014. This year will be a particularly poignant occasion as 2014 also commemorates the centenary of the start of the First World War Some Remembrance Day parades to take note of on 9 November are: Bournemouth - leaves Exeter Crescent at 10.35am to the town centre and War Memorial for two minute silence at 11am. A service lasting about 40 minutes will be followed by wreath laying.

Ferndown – leaves King George V Playing Field to St Mary’s Church at 2.30pm arriving at the church at 2.50pm. Dorset military vehicles will be in the parade which returns at 4pm.

West Moors – parade along Station Road. Two minute silence will be held at 11am followed by wreath laying at the War Memorial.

Verwood Mayor, Cllr Mrs Pat Morrow buys the first poppy in Verwood from Mr Bob Richmond, Honorary Poppy Appeal Organiser near the Memorial Stone on Ferrett Green, Verwood where the Remembrance Service will take place

Wimborne – leaves the Royal British Legion Clubhouse in West Borough at 2.40pm. Be seated in the Minster by 2.45pm for a service at 3pm. Wreath laying afterwards at the War Memorial and 2 minute silence. The column will march back to West Borough where the salute will be taken by the Lord Lieutenant for Dorset.

West Parley service will be held on Saturday 8 November at 11am in West Parley Memorial Hall.

Armistice Day is Tuesday, 11 November and at 11am there will be a two minute silence throughout the country and at many war memorials.

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Police stations close to save money

Ferndown divisional HQ

Cost cutting measures will leave nine local communities without a police station orset police has decided that six stations will close and three, which had been temporarily closed, will not reopen.

On top of that, Ferndown divisional headquarters is to be sold and 220 members of staff transferred to other

areas of the force. This will save almost £400,000 a year in running costs – the equivalent of providing 10 front line officers or 17 Community Support Officers.

The estimated value of the site is £6-£8 million and the sale of the building and re-

location of staff could take up to two years.

The stations at Verwood, Wimborne and Boscombe will be shut permanently and Ferndown, Christchurch, Winton, Shaftesbury, Dorchester and Wareham will now close.

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This decision has been one of the most challenging faced by Dorset Police in recent memory and, needless to say, it is not one that has been taken lightly

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However, the Ferndown Safer Neighbourhood Team will continue to operate from their local Community Office at the Barrington Centre.

The closures and decision to sell Ferndown HQ came after a 12 month consultation process and will save the Force an estimated £700,000.

The Force needs to find further savings of £9.5 million by 2015 – the result of continued reductions in central government funding, alongside inflationary cost increases.

Police and Crime Commissioner Martyn Underhill said: “This decision has been one of the most challenging faced by Dorset Police in recent memory and, needless to say, it is not one that has been taken lightly.

“I think it is really important to remember that this time last year the Force announced the proposal to close 12 out of the 15 front office counters, and as a result of my intervention and the public intervention, the year long consultation took place which leads us to closing six.

The Force needs to find further savings of £9.5 million by 2015

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“I know that six front office counters are six too many, but we have to meet our cuts somewhere when we are losing 20% of our budget.”

The initial review of station desk enquiry offices identified that they were an expensive and underutilised resource, with only a small proportion of visits related to policing matters. Findings showed that in the five year period, 2009 to 2013, some offices received on average less than seven visits a day from members of the public.

Recent surveys indicate that three-quarters of the public prefer to contact Dorset Police by telephone and improvements have already been made to the 101 nonemergency service.

Chief Constable Debbie Simpson said: “The initial proposal to keep just two front counters was changed following extensive consultation with the communities and partner agencies. We have listened carefully to our stakeholders and retained services where they are most needed.

“The Force continues to ensure that there is a policing footprint in every town in Dorset and that we continue to deliver local policing from these locations.”

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Ferndown floral fiesta Ferndown won three coveted awards in the 2014 South and South East in Bloom competition

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he town council, in association with Ferndown in Bloom, received the silver gilt award.

After visiting the displays in the town, the community orchard and nature conservations zones, the judges awarded the town council, in association with Ferndown in Bloom the silver gilt award.

They were so impressed with the beautiful gardens at Homelands House, cared for by the Helping Hands gardening club, that they gave them a Level 4 ‘Thriving’, It’s your

Neighbourhood, special community award.

Longham Allotments were awarded a Level 3 ‘Improving’, It’s Your

Wimborne Minster Churchyard has won a Dorset Wildlife Trust Living Churchyard Scheme award.

Margaret Turner receiving the silver award on behalf of the Minster team, from the Bishop of Salisbury, the Right Rev’d Nicholas Holtam.

Churchwarden Anthony Oliver said: “Mrs Turner leads a small team who look after the area at the West End of the Minster known as God’s Acre and this award is well deserved for all the work they put in throughout the year.”

Neighbourhood, special community award because of the standard of the facilities and individual allotments that have only

been functional and under the Town Council’s control for the past two years.

The South and South East in Bloom award ceremony was held in Brighton in September and Councillor Mrs Jean Read received the awards on behalf of Ferndown and its residents. She then had the pleasure of presenting the awards to the winners.

Keith Wilcox, head groundsman of KGV and lead gardener for FTC received the silver gilt award from Jean. He said: “I’m delighted that the hard work of our team has received this wonderful recognition.

It would not have been possible without Adrian Lewis, town lengthsman and groundsmen Alan Bradford and Eric Linge.”

(l to r) Richard Dean, FAA chairman; Bob Poole, Maureen Langdon, and Pam Manning, Helping Hands; Cllr Jean Read; Carol Atkins and Maureen Langdon, Helping Hands and Keith Wilcox.

God’s Acre team wins award

Margaret Turner receives the award

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Artists impression of the extension

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By Liz Turner

As a mum I know just how important it is for young children to go to pre-school. Not only does it give parents time to ‘recover’ from the challenges of life with demanding toddlers, but it gives the children the chance to mix with other youngsters and learn important social skills

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owever, many parents living on Ferndown’s Heatherlands estate haven’t been able to give their children this head start in life.

Hopscotch Pre-School is an oasis for mums and dads, with their toddlers loving the chance to play with friends and prepare for school. Unfortunately Hopscotch only has capacity for 26 children at once and with 73 registered across all sessions, it is chock-a-block.

The exciting news for the estate is that thanks to £200,000 of funding the pre-school is going to double in size. Dorset County Council has given £150,000 and East Dorset District Council £50,000 to extend the building at Heatherlands Community Centre.

This is excellent news as more two year-olds are to get funding for early education. The government has launched the Early Years Pupil Premium funding scheme which aims to provide high quality pre-school education, and this legislation has created a new entitlement to fund more two-year-olds.

Hopscotch toddlers with Lorraine

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Hopscotch’s manager Lorraine Clark is delighted the pre-school can expand at this crucial time.

“The pre-school is very popular with the children and the parents but we just don’t have enough room to meet the demand.

It’s terrible not to be able to give places to all the children who want to come and we have a long waiting list.

“We will have a new room for the two to three year-olds called the Rainbow Room which will be built at the back of the current pre-school and be connected by a door.”

The extension will include a kitchen, toilets, office, small meeting areas and a garden overlooking the heath. A new entrance and parking area should relieve traffic problems.

Work on the new single storey timber building should start soon with the new places available in the spring.

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Season’s greetings

Cards for Good Causes has opened at the Barrington Theatre in Ferndown.

Staffed by volunteers, it sells Christmas cards for more than 25 national and local charities.

save life Stem cell gift to

A healthcare assistant coordinator from the Royal Bournemouth Hospital has donated stem cells in a bid to save the life of an unknown man Claire Waugh had always been a regular blood donor but decided to join the Anthony Nolan stem cell register when her father was diagnosed with prostate cancer three years ago.

She was identified as a potential match for someone needing lifesaving treatment and after rigorous testing and thorough medicals, was able to start the process of donation.

In September Claire was visited by nurses from blood cancer charity Anthony Nolan, receiving three injections per day over three days to stimulate her bone marrow to produce stem cells. On the fourth day she travelled with her husband to King’s College Hospital in London to receive a final set of injections and undergo a stem cell collection in a simple five hour outpatient procedure, which is similar to giving blood. Nine out of

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ten stem cell donations are now done in this way.

Claire said: “My recipient has to remain anonymous; I know he’s male but he could be living anywhere in the world.”

After the donation, Claire’s stem cells were taken straight to the recipient within the required 72 hours. It could be several months before the patient will know whether the stem cells have saved his life.

Claire said: “A volunteer from Anthony Nolan told me that if he doesn’t survive, there is nothing else on this earth that would have cured him, so this was this person’s last chance.

“When my dad was poorly it made

me think that if he needed this kind of help, I would be praying every night that someone would help him.

By doing this, it meant that I could give that chance to someone else and their family.”

“I found it such a rewarding experience and I would certainly encourage other people to do the same.”

If you’re 16-30 and in good health, you can join the Anthony Nolan register at www.anthonynolan.org.

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wimming is one of the best forms of all round exercise available, an activity for everybody, whether you want to get healthier, fitter, or just have fun or relax.

Being confident in the water opens up so many opportunities to enjoy yourself more, especially within this area which is surrounded by water.

You can learn to swim at any age. For those wanting to start swimming there are learn to swim classes at Ferndown Leisure Centre for all age groups from parent & baby through to adults. All of the lessons are taught by qualified instructors who will help to develop confidence both in and around the water.

There are currently spaces available in the morning classes, these small group lessons are ideal for pre school children.

Free Swim Assessment

Is your child a capable swimmer but needs more work on their stroke technique? Book an appointment for a free 1015 minute swim assessment to find the right class.

See Results

In the upper levels, the latest technology SWIMTAG is used. This enables people to monitor their distance, swim stroke, speed and see how many calories they burn etc.

As well as making swimming more fun, this helps people stay motivated and achieve their personal best – whatever their ability.

Glenn Howes centre manager, said: “The SWIMTAG technology is a fantastic way to help you be more active and gives you lots of information to help keep you motivated and enjoying your swims.”

Adult Swim Programme

Enjoy the water with the adult learn to swim programme taking you from complete beginner to confident competent swimmer.

New Manager at Ferndown Leisure Centre

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lenn Howes the new manager at Ferndown Leisure Centre, has relocated to Ferndown from Mill Chase, East Hants. In his role, Glenn is looking forward to making Ferndown Leisure Centre the number one leisure destination for families across the county. Whether it’s to workout, play badminton, play five aside football or enjoy a family swim, Glenn wants residents

in Ferndown to know just how much variety is on offer at Ferndown Leisure Centre.

He said: “Our job is to provide a valuable community service and understanding the needs of residents is absolutely core to this.

“I am really looking forward to welcoming members of the community

through our doors. We have an extensive programme of activities which offers something for everyone regardless of age, fitness level or sporting ability. I invite anybody who hasn’t visited the centre for a while to pop in and check out what’s on offer. I am confident they will like what they see.”

To find out more about the programmes and facilities at Ferndown Leisure Centre please call O1202 877468 or visit www.ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk

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falls into arrears Embarrassed planners at Christchurch and East Dorset Partnership have fallen so far behind with planning applications that an email has been sent to applicants apologizing for the delay.

In the email, planning officer Mark Taylor states,

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It was recently announced that the East Christchurch and East Dorset Partnership has been awarded a government grant of £160,000 to take forward a project with emphasis We are on introducing a And there is no aiming to get transformation provision for registration compensation either. project in the Giles Moir adds, Development times down Management “The council have to 5 days Service which to make decisions within the processes planning in accordance with next month national legislation. applications, to bring No mechanism together the teams in Christchurch exists for a refund Borough and East of the planning fee. Applicants can, if they wish, Dorset District Councils in one appeal non-determination of an seamless service. application.”

The project will provide a dedicated project manager and take forward He also says: “We are aiming to get registration times down to 5 days the re-engineering of all the business processes in the service as within the next month and bring well as oversee the procurement of the determination of planning a new development management decisions within the target dates system. within the next three months.

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If you have an outstanding planning application and would like to share your experience, please get in touch with the editorial team on 01202 870270 or email editorial@mags4dorset.co.uk.

Ferndown in Bloom: Michael Baker receives certificate from the mayor and a business profile prize from the class sponsor mags4dorset

‘The 1st August saw the 1 year anniversary of the establishment of the Christchurch and East Dorset Development Management Partnership Service. This has not been an easy process and has resulted in delays, some considerable, in the processing and determination of both planning and tree work applications together with associated correspondence.

These delays have been compounded by a welcome but surprisingly strong upturn in the housing and home improvement market. As a result we are not delivering the level of service that we aim to for you our customers and we would like to apologise for the delays.’

He goes on to say, ‘We appreciate that this is not the standard of service you expect and it is not the standard of service that we want to give. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to drive forward the improvements to the service.’

hen asked how the backlog would be dealt with, Giles Moir, Development Management Manager at Christchurch and East Dorset Councils said, “A number of high priority actions have been implemented and are scheduled to take place, including additional planning and admin staff resources and reviewing of procedures.

Specifically, the Partnership has refined its approach to Planning Performance Agreements, requests for extensions of time to determine planning applications and the consideration of amended plans.

The coming months will see the adoption of a Development Management Charter and the introduction of a Partnership approach to pre-application advice.”

1st Place – Ferndown in Bloom: Businesses and Organisations One of the key roles of The Royal British Legion today is to stand as the ‘custodians of Remembrance’, protecting the memory and lessons of past conflicts now and for the future.

Part of that role is to properly commemorate national events on a local level and many of Ferndown’s acts of remembrance centre on the town’s Memorial and Garden of Remembrance at The Royal British Legion building in Church Road.

In 2013, the garden received its first recognition with a certificate of excellence as part of Ferndown’s Silver Award entry in the South East and South West in Bloom competitition. It is wholly maintained, designed and re-planted by a team of volunteers from The Royal British Legion led by Michael Baker, who proudly accepted the 2014 Ferndown in Bloom award from the Mayor of Ferndown.

Michael and the team give a great deal of time to planning the look of the garden for each

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The Planning service is on target to meet this target and improvements have been made.”

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Those who have received planning permission and applied for a variation at a later date, but can’t start work until the variation is approved, won’t get any extension to the time limit because of the backlog because “The length of a planning permission is set by national legislation.”

season of the year, this year highlighting a theme of red, white and blue planting. In the spring, using pansies, polyanthus and primroses, replaced for the summer by geraniums, alysum, lobelia, petunias, cosmos and marigolds; all against a year-round backdrop of grasses for a constantly moving and calming effect.

While some plants are bought in, the majority are donated or grown at home and added to the garden when ready. The garden changes all the time and this year a sun-dial was installed as a permanent reminder of the centenary of the First World War. It is an oasis of colour and calm, open to everyone wanting to remember past friends and loved ones or just a few moments to think of those currently serving at home or far way.

As Michael says, “the garden belongs to all of us, so come and enjoy it.”

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The Royal British Legion, through its branch membership and club plays an important part in life in Ferndown. No longer solely an ex-services organisation, the Legion is now open to anyone over the age of 17 supporting the interests of the armed forces and promoting the legacy and well-being of servicemen and ex-services personnel and their families. Each year it plays an important part in the Ferndown area Poppy Appeal, which in 2013 raised over £36,000.

The club is a thriving and well-known part of the town’s social life. With nearly 900 members, it is the third largest in Dorset and home to some form of entertainment every day of the week.

Whether you are into darts, pool, snooker, skittles or carpet bowls or prefer to jive, zumba or ballroom dance the night away, there is something for you at ‘the Legion’.

For quiz fans there is the Sunday evening fun quiz or the more stretching Monday and Wednesday evening versions and at the centre of it all is the now famous entertainment programme giving live acts and groups every weekend, trips to local events and for newcomers and old comers to the town, the chance to make new friends and be assured of a good welcome.

Why not come along and see what there is for you. There are new members’ evenings throughout the year and you are welcome at any time – after all, 900 people can’t be wrong! Tel: 01202 877706

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TUCKTON

Children will be excited to find that Santa has taken time out from his busy schedule to set up a grotto at Adam Window Centres of Tuckton where they can visit him.

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DATE: 10 December TIME: 3.30pm-7.30pm PLACE:

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Organised by Rosie Hodgkinson and Joanna Palmer of Mocha Turtle, Tuckton Christmas Market with craft stalls and face painting will get you and your family into the festive spirit. As will the mulled wine, mince pies and hot chocolate, which will all be available at Mocha Turtle.

MARKET DAY:

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Along the stretch of Tuckton High Street near Mocha Turtle

Neals Butchers will be hosting their ‘famous’ hog roast. And to get everyone well and truly into the Christmas mood, there will be carol singers and All Saints Dramatic Society’s panto characters from ‘Sleeping Beauty’ will be visiting too. These sparkling fairy tale characters may even help to turn on the Christmas lights.

and an evening For some great gifts festivities at to remember, join the arket Tuckton Christmas M

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Day of fun and activities at Christchurch Christmas Festival

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his year’s Christchurch Christmas Festival takes place on Saturday 29 November and, as last year, there is a whole day of Christmas fun and activities taking place throughout the town.

The Christmas market in the High Street will take place from 10am to 7pm with a variety of food, drink and Christmas gifts for sale. There will

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be a full programme of music and entertainment throughout the day in Saxon Square and other locations in the town.

Santa and his reindeer will ‘fly’ into Peeks Partystore car park in Reid Street at 4pm and will process down Bargates to arrive in the High Street at 4.30pm.

Santa will then take his reindeer down to the Priory Church where they can be petted and children can hand in their Christmas wish letters.

The Christmas lights switch-on will take place in the High Street at the later time of 6pm.

A photography competition for the borough’s three secondary schools will take place with prizes awarded for the best images of the Jan’s Gems from the 2013 parade Christmas Festival.

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Help support the There have been significant changes to the organisation and funding for this year’s Christmas Festival due to reduced central government funding to Christchurch Council.

Kim Skinner, chairman of the Christmas Festival Committee, said: “In order to preserve this fantastic event for the future, a Community Interest Company (CIC) has been formed and a team of volunteers have picked up the reins to ensure continuity. We are very grateful to Christchurch

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Council which has assisted with a one-off transition fund for this year. However in order to guarantee the future the festival needs to become self-funding through sponsorship, advertising and other methods.”

VIP entertaining in the Mayor’s Parlour is available this year. Any companies wishing to sponsor the events should contact Kim at kim.skinner@ntlworld.com.

For more information go to the website christchurch. christmas or on Facebook at christchurchchristmasfestival.

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This year there’s even more festive fun at Adventure Wonderland, Dorset’s award winning number one family theme park, opposite Bournemouth Airport. The massive indoor adventure play centre Wild Thing is transformed into a spectacular Winter Wonderland with all the fun and excitement of this most magical time of year. The whole place goes winter wild with masses of Christmas decorations, festive fare and everything that makes for a wonderful treat for all the family. Don’t miss the magical Nativity Animal Cuddles Corner and the ever popular seasonal pantomime twice daily in the Happydrome Theatre. This year it’s the brilliant Cinderella!

You can book online now to visit Father Christmas with his faithful reindeer Rudolph and helpful elves ‘direct’ from the North Pole, who will be waiting in their log cabin in Santa’s Grotto with fantastic presents for the children, as long as they’ve been good!

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The Christmas Season dates are 22-23 November, 6-7 December and then every day from 13-23 December.

For further details and Father Christmas bookings visit www.adventurewonderland.co.uk or phone 01202 483444.

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Christmas Spectacular T he highly acclaimed Glad Rag Production Company is returning to the Regent Centre with another stunning Christmas Spectacular. This brand new production will be filled with all the elements which Christchurch audiences have come to expect - sparkling production numbers, glorious singing, laugh out loud comedy and lavish costumes, all performed by theatre professionals, and the pick of local entertainers.

As we return to the North Pole the world of big business has arrived in the form of Gregory Thriftpenny, he plans to make Santa’s workshops more efficient and creates a toy shop empire where money rules. Can Santa and his friends stop him before he destroys the Magic of Christmas and turns the North Pole into another faceless multinational business? Can the Spirit of Christmas survive in our corporate world? Will Benji and Bruce, the polar bears save the day once again? Come and find out as The Glad Rag Performers bring you another festive family feast where you are guaranteed a good helping of Christmas Joy. With performances from Saturday 20 December until Christmas Eve, this show is just the thing to get you in the mood for festive fun.

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For your chance to win the tickets answer this question:

What are the names of the Christmas Spectacular’s two polar bears?

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Enter through our website: www. mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Christmas Spectacular competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 8 December 2014. 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.

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ailing the biggest winter event in Highcliffe’s calendar, this year’s Carnival has the theme Fire and Ice and is on Saturday 13 December.

Entries for the procession should be either Hot! Hot! Hot! or Uber Cool and you don’t have to live in Highcliffe to take part.

Highcliffe Christmas Carnival will take place along Lymington Road and is a charitable, fund-raising event with a bucket collection - so bring lots of loose change with you!

The first Carnival took place in 1992, the year when Highcliffe celebrated its centenary. After a long break, someone had a lightbulb moment and decided to restart the event and these days, everything associated with it is organised by volunteers within the community of Highcliffe.

It’s now evolved and grown, providing not only much needed funds to the various charities and worthy causes that have benefited from the bucket collection on the day, but is great fun for participants and spectators alike.

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The event kicks off with a fabulous Christmas Gift Fayre at 11am, with music and live entertainment from 2pm. The procession is at 6pm, but get there early as Lymington Road closes to traffic at 5pm.

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There will be hot food, children’s entertainment, and of course the big man himself Father Christmas.

Wrap up warm and join the fun!

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At around 5pm on Wednesday 12 November, scientists at the European Space Agency mission control will be holding their breath as they wait to hear if a robotic lander has touched down safely on a comet over 500 million kilometres from earth.

The Rosetta spacecraft lifted off on 2 March 2004 on a 10 year mission to open up a new chapter in solar system exploration.

And as it launches its lander, Dorset can pride itself in the knowledge that it has close links to the mission, which could change everything we know about the origins of life on earth. The lander, containing all the specialised instruments, has been named after the Philae obelisk at Kingston Lacy near Wimborne.

It’s 175 years since William Bankes installed the Egyptian obelisk on the lawn of his home. Discovered on the Isle of Philae in 1815,

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Gerasimenko, has significant UK involvement from industry and science.

On board the Philae lander is the UK led Ptolemy instrument, designed and built by researchers at the Open University, which will perform on the spot analysis of the composition of the ices and organic material within the comet.

While the UK scientists are gearing up for the lander’s touchdown, a team from the University of Oxford are studying the findings of Reflectance

the obelisk has inscriptions in hieroglyphics and Greek which were instrumental in deciphering the Rosetta Stone and unlocking the secrets of ancient Egypt.

Just as the Rosetta stone and Philae obelisk became the key to interpreting hieroglyphs and understanding ancient Egyptian civilisation, their space faring namesakes – the Rosetta probe and its Philae lander – are set to be the key to furthering man’s understanding of the formation of the solar system and the origins of life.

With funding from the UK Space Agency and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), the mission to land on A selfie taken by Rosetta comet 67/P showing the comet ChuryumovCredit: ESA/Rosetta/Philae/CIVA

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Transformation Imaging, 3D and multispectral imaging scans of the Philae obelisk.

These pioneering new technologies have produced the most complete visualisation of a monument of this kind ever made and are helping the archaeologists to read the eroded Greek section of the text more clearly than ever before.

In October, experts from the UK Space and European Space Agencies, the Open University and Oxford University gathered at the Philae obelisk Kingston Lacy to present their findings and celebrate the opening of new chapters into the study of ancient history and space exploration.

An exhibition about the comet chasing mission, funded by the STFC, has also opened at Kingston Lacy, which is owned by the National Trust.

Experts at the obelisk with models of the lander and comet

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Green Cottage RDA

The benefits of riding with RDA for all the family Our son Thomas is a very lively nine year old, with Downs Syndrome. He has been riding at Green Cottage RDA since he was three. Over the years we have seen Thomas make huge improvements in his physical development and co-ordination. The benefits to Thomas are obvious, but the support we, as a family, have received from this wonderful group cannot be underestimated.

Parents of disabled children are always told to keep up their own emotional resources but, if like us, you don’t have any family who live locally to help out, it can be really hard to get any quality time to do this. The RDA volunteers have, over the years, provided me with a lifeline with their kindness and support.

Thomas is very active and we are always on duty keeping him out of mischief. There are very few places where we can go and hand him over to others with complete confidence. When Thomas is riding I have a precious moment to take a step back and recharge my batteries. It is an opportunity to chat to other parents and members of RDA who truly understand through shared experience.

Raising a child with learning difficulties brings a unique set of challenges. You measure their success in small hard-won steps.

It give you a wonderful boost to see your child constantly progress.

Thomas loves riding. He is very fond of Katy the pony he rides, and all the volunteers who make his Thursday mornings such fun.

On behalf of Thomas and all our family, I would like to say a massive ‘Thank You’ to all the members of Green Cottage RDA. They give so much to the children and their families with their dedication and kindness.

COMMON SENSE PREVAILS over school places

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hildren at feeder infant schools in Christchurch are to have higher priority in securing a place at their catchment junior school.

Dorset County Council has been given the go-ahead to amend its oversubscription criteria to give these pupils priority.

Due to increasing birth-rates and people moving into the county, catchment children at the infant

schools have not always been able to transfer directly to the associated junior school.

Parents complained to DCC as they felt it was unfair that although they lived in the catchment area and their child attended the infant school, they lost out on a junior school place to those who lived nearer.

The national Schools’ Adjudicator looked at admissions for children moving between infant and junior

schools in September 2015 for Christchurch, Mudeford, Upton and Wyke Regis schools.

Cllr Margaret Phipps, member for the Commons division in Christchurch, has been supporting a number of families in her ward who had been affected by this issue.

She said: “I’m delighted with the adjudicator’s decision. Parents in my division managed to gather a 500-strong petition asking for those already in Christchurch Infant School to be given priority when places for Christchurch Junior are allocated. I’m very pleased that common sense has prevailed, and this is very good news.”

Yours Rachel Spalding Thomas enjoying his ride

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Simon and Garfunkel story Regent Centre, 17 October Review by Janine Pulford ‘The Sound of Silence’ was a brave opening, but it was only the start of a beautiful and gentle evening that created incredible harmony at the Regent Centre taking the audience on a journey to the Sixties. Throughout ‘The Simon and Garfunkel Story’, black-and-white stills relived the ‘summer of love’ as did the songs.

West End performer Dean Elliott and Jonny Smart filled in the story and it was refreshing to see a youthful tribute band emulating their idols in their younger days too.

The pair’s polished performance and stunning harmonies took us back 50 years, then brought us forward with a repertoire of over 20 songs from Simon and Garfunkel’s greatest hits, to some of their lesser known compositions.

Along with Leon Camfield (bass), Murray Gardiner (guitar) and Josh Powell (drums), the boys gave an exquisite performance amid the back story of one of the most famous duos of all times and combined it with incredible harmonies and great guitar playing.

With nowhere to hide when it came to ‘Bridge over Troubled Water’, Smart pulled it off it without

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a waver. And as his voice soared around the theatre, the audience rose to their feet. However close to perfect it was, it has to be said that in 50 years, we have never had another Simon and Garfunkel, and though Elliott and Smart brilliantly gave us ‘The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feeling Groovy)’, ‘Scarborough Fair’, ‘The Sound of Silence’ and ‘Homeward Bound’, with harmonies and great musical backing, the famous duo in my estimation, still remain in a class of their own.

But that doesn’t take away from the show, which was memorable for its closeness to the original songs.

People also got up and danced. And as if ‘Bridge over Troubled Water’ wasn’t just the greatest encore, Elliot and Smart gave us another: ‘The Boxer’. If you want to relive Simon and Garfunkel, then don’t miss this show, it is incredibly special and a true slice of nostalgia. My only crit was that I wanted the duo to stand closer together when singing.

The tour takes in London’s Leicester Square Theatre in the West End, so if you want to see this show, visit The Simon and Garfunkel Story website.

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RUSSELL GRANT | MONTHLY HOROSCOPES | NOV 2014 SAGITTARIUS November 23 - December 21

ARIES March 21 - April 20

Money from an inheritance, dividend, or grant will enrich your bank account during the second half of November. Put this into savings, where it will provide you with long-term financial security.

The New Moon on 22nd will put you in an ethical dilemma. You may have to remain silent about a troubling issue, at least until November winds to a close.

TAURUS April 21 - May 21

The New Moon on 22nd will tempt you to change your appearance.

Resist the urge.

You’ll be unhappy with the results and wish you had kept the status quo. If you want to try something different, think about reading a book you’d ordinarily avoid or seeing a movie that has been highly recommended by a friend. Don’t make any serious commitments at the end of the month.

CAPRICORN December 22 - January 20

The New Moon on 22nd will force you to protect some secret information.

This situation will make you highly uncomfortable.

Still, revealing the truth will harm an innocent victim. You’re better off maintaining a diplomatic silence, at least until November draws to a close. Lean on your family for support during this tense time. Relatives will prove surprisingly sympathetic.

AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19

PISCES February 20 - March 20

The New Moon on 22nd will prompt you to get involved with a group project. Although the motives of this organisation are good, their methods will be less than impressive. You may want to bow out gracefully before you get implicated in this mess.

Make your exit before the end of November, or you’ll have a big problem on your hands.

The middle of the month will prompt you to deepen your knowledge of your favourite subject.

This is a great time to take an advanced class or travel abroad.

The New Moon on 22nd brings an enticing career opportunity.

It’s possible this job has a lot of hidden strings attached. Wait another week before making any changes to your job situation. The truth will come out by the end of November.

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Let a loved one relieve you of heavy responsibilities during the second half of November; you deserve a break. The New Moon on 22nd will make it difficult to collect a debt. It may be better to write off this loan as a loss, as it doesn’t look like the person you helped is capable of repaying it. Let this be a lesson about mixing friendship with finance.

GEMINI May 22 - June 21

The middle of November will be extremely busy with work assignments. Fortunately, you’ll get lots of help from an experienced colleague.

Partnerships will be a source of strain on 22nd, when the New Moon causes all sorts of misunderstandings to occur. Don’t sign any contracts or make any promises at the end of November.

CANCER June 22 - July 23

Love is in the air mid-month.

If you’re single, you will meet someone special at a quiet, out of the way spot. If you’re in a relationship, take this opportunity to plan a vacation for you and your amour. The New Moon on 22nd brings a work assignment fraught with trouble. You might have to do the lion’s share of work for a minimum of credit.

LEO July 24 - August 23

The New Moon on 22nd will create problems in your love life. Your expectations have been slightly unrealistic. You may be better off looking for someone who shares your plans for the future. If you’re in a committed relationship, take a few moments to talk with your partner about your goals. It’s important to be on the same page as November draws to a close.

VIRGO August 24 - September 23

Financial negotiations will go very well in the beginning of November. It is a great time to ask for a raise or interview for a high-paying job. The New Moon on 22nd puts pressure on your domestic life. You may decide to move to another location, but finding another home will prove difficult. A colleague will prove helpful in finding a temporary living situation at the end of November.

LIBRA September 24 - October 23

The middle of November will be filled with moneymaking opportunities. If you’re unemployed, you could find a steady job with great benefits.

The New Moon on 22nd brings troubling news about a sibling, neighbour, or cousin.

It’s important to be realistic about their prospects. You may need to enlist the aid of an assistant to deal with this situation.

SCORPIO October 24 - November 22

You’ll be in the spotlight for most of mid-November, which will feel gratifying. It’s possible your reputation will eclipse that of your boss and for good reason. You’re considerably more talented than the people at the top of your profession. The New Moon on 22nd will bring a moneymaking opportunity, but it won’t offer much creative satisfaction. Think twice before committing to such a dull job.

Better things are on the horizon.

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Grand gesture at the Regent

Tinkling the ivories at the Regent Centre in Christchurch has taken on an air of grandeur thanks to the gesture of one of its founding members.

Janet Townend of Mudeford and her late husband, Kit, were instrumental in launching the Regent as the arts and entertainment centre in 1983. Now Janet, who is still a director at the Regent, has presented the centre with a grand piano.

Imported from Germany, the Bluthner Irmler Europe Boudoir Grand made its debut on Tuesday 21 October for Swinging at the Cotton Club.

Regent Centre Manager, Greg Rawlings, said: “I can’t thank Janet enough. I had only just mentioned to the Board that we would be needing a new grand piano for our prestige stage shows, when Janet just told me to go out and get one.”

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Bournemouth Gilbert and Sullivan Operatic Society Lighthouse, Poole Review by Liz Turner

Three hearty cheers for the wonderful world of Gilbert and Sullivan

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his production was just how The Pirates of Penzance should be - equally silly, patriotic and clever. With songs that have amused audiences since Victorian times, this hilarious romp was wonderfully entertaining.

With elements of farce and pantomime, ridiculous logic and adorable characters it’s not surprising that G&S can still fill the theatre.

Rossano Sal was magnificent as Frederic, strong vocally and totally believable. Partnered with Roseanna Bowen as Mabel, they made a convincing young couple in love, with beautifully sung duets.

John Gerken as MajorGeneral Stanley managed to do the seemingly impossible – a perfect rendition of modern Major-General – which was appreciated by the audience.

After 135 years of production, getting a new slant on the role of Sergeant of Police could be seen as quite a challenge. Apparently not - just take a few lessons from John Cleese and Monty Python and Mark Everitt ‘s resulting performance will be remembered for a long time. Excellent choreography by the rest of the police added to the comedy.

There were strong performances from Ian Metcalfe (The Pirate King), Cherrill Ashford (Ruth) and

James Rosser (Samuel).

Support from a talented cast including swashbuckling pirates, beautiful young girls bobbing along in hooped floaty dresses and hapless policemen all ensured this production lived up to the high standard associated with Bournemouth G&S. Musical director Keziah Jacombs and director Claire Camble-Hutchins created a winning show; traditional but with a few clever touches that brought it up to the present day.

It was Claire CambleHutchins’ first time at the helm of the society’s main show and it deserves to be the start of many successful and enjoyable voyages.

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MAYORS CHOOSE

Ferndown Christmas card It was back to school for Ferndown Mayor Councillor Mike Parkes when he took visiting mayors to Hampreston CE VA First during his civic day

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he ‘old boy’ asked the civic dignitaries, including Cllr John Wilson, chairman of Dorset County Council to help him select the winner of a competition to design his Mayoral Christmas card.

All the judges were impressed with the standard of entries from year four pupils with Eve Davies’ tree design selected for the card. Second place went to Leonie Watts and third to Kate Simmonds.

Head teacher, Mrs Jane Marshall gave a short talk about the history of the school and fund raising activities which have realised £400 for School Support in the Community in India and £4,500 for Julia’s House Children’s Hospice.

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The Civic Day party also visited the council allotments at Longham where Richard Dean, chair of the Ferndown Allotment Association gave a presentation on the history and the future of the allotments.

After lunch at Haskins, the civic dignitaries visited the leisure centre.

Christmas greetings from (l-r) Kate, Leonie and Eve

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Christmas Parade Broadstone is gearing up for its Christmas parade which brings colour and excitement to the community

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...Continued from 29 Children are already starting to count down the days to Christmas, and on 6 December the parade’s floats and marching bands will add to the festive fun.

The day starts at 10.30am with the Christmas market, along the toast rack. There will be crafts, sweets, cakes, face painting, BBQs, jams and tombolas – something for everyone to enjoy.

At 1.30pm the parade sets off from Story Lane with floats from local Brownies, Cubs, schools and pre-schools with majorettes and marching bands also taking part.

In the lead will be Father Christmas, who after waving to the crowds, will then go to the Methodist Church and invite youngsters to pop in to see him. Rather than giving children gifts, Father Christmas is asking residents to donate a gift, which he can then take to the Ted Webster Centre in Poole to make sure children there get a Christmas to remember.

At about 3pm the Methodist Church will be hosting a free showing of the film Frozen with tea, coffee and home made mince pies available throughout the afternoon. up

Programmes for the day, including details of a window competition to find eight letters spelling a special festive word, are available from the library, post office, Molly’s, The Junction and McColl’s newsagents.

Shops will also have parade day deals to make it even more special for shoppers.

All money raised on the day will go to the two local first schools, Broadstone and Springdale.

photos by Andrew Plant Imagine Photographic

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CashUnity

GAMEKEEPER’S grand paint job To his great surprise, a £70 spend in Caxton Décor in Fordingbridge won gamekeeper Stephen Biddlecombe a £1,000 in September’s CashUnity draw.

“I’ve never won anything in my life,” said a thrilled Stephen, who works on the Breamore Estate. He had gone to Caxton Décor because he wanted to paint the window frames of the Manor House where he lives with his wife Jane. Although the house is owned by the Estate, it was Stephen’s choice to freshen up the paintwork and he chose and paid for the paint at Caxton Décor. “Mike Jones served me and encouraged me to enter CashUnity. I’m so glad I did,” said Stephen with a wide smile.

Caxton Décor has been a part of the monthly shop local CashUnity prize draw since it started in January this year and Mike was equally pleased to have served the winning customer. “I tell everyone to enter,” he said.

Stephen is the ninth winner of CashUnity this year and the second person to have won the £1,000 prize after spending money at the traditional hardware store owned by father and daughter Malcolm Adams and Jackie Lockyer. They have embraced the initiative, devised by mags4dorset, with great enthusiasm and were presented with a bottle of champagne by mags4dorset.

Stephen has no idea what he wants to do with the money, but he is sure Jane will come up with a few suggestions. Their children Rich and Katie are hoping Dad might take them away on holiday, but Stephen kept tight lipped about what he was going to do.

Creat Lacey Lightfoot goes to…..

The mags4dorset writing competition is very different this year.

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Watching paint dry can be rewarding! L-R M4D Director Ben Pulford, Stephen Biddlecombe and Mike Jones, Caxton Décor

Pots of Perma-White from Caxton Décor helped Stephen scoop £1,000

ENTRY FORM NAME:

ive W riting

ADDRESS:

Comp

etition

TEL:

Meet Lacey Lightfoot

Single, white, female. Age 23. Height 5’8”. Hair long and black. Build: curvy – weight conscious. Last job: buyer for a multi-national chain store. Love life: no current boyfriend, not ready to settle down.

L

acey shares a three-bed house in Surbiton with friends. Housemate and confidante, Skip, always seems to be there when she needs him. Over-particular about her own personal appearance, Lacey tolerates Skip and his tattered looks (he’s a guitarist in a band and is waiting for his big break) because he is kind and a good listener.

Lacey aims to become chief buyer by the time she is 30, until… her great aunt Sophia dies leaving her £100,000. Without hesitation, Lacey throws in the towel to become a freelance travel writer/reporter.

Use the present or recent past tense (5 years). Does Lacey choose to go to areas in conflict like Sudan or Syria? Has she been swept up in the aftermath of a tsunami or earthquake? Will she be kidnapped

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and held hostage in Columbia, discover an unknown species in Borneo, meet gorillas in Africa or be chilling on a beach in Wales and witness sheep rustling? Lacey falls in and out of love easily, so will her Mr Right always turn out to be Mr Wrong?

You get the idea. You can draw on your travelling experiences and bring in a dose of excitement, (no pornography or explicit scenes permitted), fear, astonishment, bravery or just the ‘ah’ factor. This opens the competition up to humour, romance, crime, thriller, mystery or even a ghost story. Take Lacey and give her an adventure of a lifetime.

Our prize structure is different to usual. An ebook anthology will be compiled called ‘Lacey Lightfoot’s Awesome Adventures’. All entrants will permit their story to be used in

EMAIL: TITLE OF STORY:

Lacey goes to...

DATE C LOSING 2015 ry a 31 Janu

this way. An ebook anthology could be the first step they need on the ladder of writing success. Subject to demand, a paperback version may follow. Entrants will retain copyright of their work. Editor Janine Pulford says, “We know from past short story competitions that we have some great story writers, but they need to be recognized more widely.”

Stories can be between 1,000 and 2,500 words. There is no entry

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fee, but entrants must fill in an entry form (photocopies accepted) and send in 2 first class stamps (do not stick them to anything) with their entry. Double line spacing. Do not put your name on any of the pages, but submit the story with a title sheet showing your name, address, email and phone number plus the title of the work Lacey goes to (fill in the destination). Maximum of three entries per person.

Specified Period 1 Nov 2014 - 30 Nov 2014

£1,000 monthly prize guaranteed!

Following a successful pilot scheme, CashUnity – the initiative devised by mags4dorset and backed by local traders that gives local shoppers the chance every month to win a huge cash prize of £1,000 – is to continue.

Anyone over 18 who shops in a business listed in the directory and spends £10 or more on their normal shopping can enter a free prize draw. The directory is updated every month, but if you don’t see the shops listed that you visit, why not suggest they join?

Entries must be substantiated by separate receipts. There is no need to send in your receipt, but keep it safe.

If you lose it, you can’t win. The correct proof of purchase (POP) will have to be produced by the winner before they can collect their £1,000. mags4dorset cannot be held responsible for any lost or missing receipts and the prize will instead be donated to our charity of the year.

Enter CashUnity online at www.cashunity.co.uk or use the postcard supplied at the point of sale.

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

CHRISTCHURCH & TUCKTON BORN BEAUTY BOUTIQUE

KNIGHTS AUTO

CHRISTCHURCH CARPETS

SELECT PVCU

55-57 Bargates, BH23 1QE 01202 482712 christchurchcarpets.com

CLARITY HEARING

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

HONORA (Wool Shop)

69 High Street, BH23 1AS 01202 486000 woolitwork.co.uk

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

PRIORY PLAICE FISH & CHIPS 63 High Street, BH23 1AS 01202 280380

STUDIO FIFTY SIX

56 Bargates, BH23 1QL 01202 485020 studiofiftysix.co.uk

POOLE JOINERY

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

THE WHEEL SPECIALIST

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

FORDINGBRIDGE BRIAN’S KITCHENS

Burnham Road, SP6 1HA 01425 654741 brianskitchens.co.uk

CAXTON DÉCOR

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

C HARRISON & SON

23-25 High Street, SP6 1AS 01425 652376

FORDINGBRIDGE BOOKSHOP

TONY HAIR

GIRLINGS COMPLETE HEARING AID SERVICE

7 High Street, BH23 1AB 01202 473167 The Fountain, 1 High Street, BH23 1AE 01202 486868 tonyhair.co.uk

FERNDOWN CROWNING GLORY

515 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NH 01202 892968

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

FERNDOWN FLORIST

101 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 873271 ferndownflorist.co.uk

FERNDOWN MOT

1 Library Road, BH22 9JP 01202 892323 ferndownmot.co.uk

FREEDOM MOBILITY

17 Penny’s Walk, BH22 9TH 01202 874317

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

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

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

THINK PRINT

TONY SMITH KITCHENS

FORUM JEWELLERS

112 Cobham Road, BH21 7PQ 01202 877727

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

55 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 892990

BROADSTONE & POOLE

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

23 Church Street, BH23 1BW 01202 480151 bornbeauty.co.uk

SWAN JEWELLERS

DIRECTORY

DORSET SOILS & AGGREGATES LTD

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

XEROCAD PRINT CENTRE

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

FERNDOWN IND. ESTATE BABY DOOZIES

Unit 6 35-39 Cobham Road, BH21 7RS 01202 610952 babydooziesltd.com

5 Shaftesbury Street, SP6 1JF 01425 655142 girlingshearingaids.co.uk

KINSON SPECIALITY CAKES

1528 Wimborne Road, BH11 9AF 01202 788605 cakesindorset.co.uk

RINGWOOD ALLUM & SIDAWAY

Close Date 5 Dec 2014 MADE CLOSER RETAIL LTD 2 High Street, BH24 1AF 01425 517715 madecloser.co.uk

NEW

RINGWOOD SOUND & VISION 58 High Street, BH24 1AG 01425 478688 ringwoodsoundandvision.co.uk

SCOLTOCKS HEALTH FOODS 1 Market Place, BH24 1AN 01425 473787

NEW

SOUL SHED

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

NEW

ST MARTIN’S GALLERY

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

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

W PATTERSON BUTCHERS

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

FIELDS JEWELLERS 3 High Street, BH24 1AB 01425 471608 fieldsjewellers.co.uk

LAMBERTS OF RINGWOOD 16 Market Place, BH24 1AW 01425 473223 lambertsofringwood.co.uk

LIBERTY’S OWL, RAPTOR & REPTILE CENTRE Crow Lane, BH24 3EA 01425 476487 libertyscentre.co.uk

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THE CURTAIN CABIN

7 Edmondsham Road, BH31 6JT 01202 813533 curtaincabin.co.uk

THE SWANS RESTAURANT

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

VERWOOD FORD

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

WEST MOORS

THREE CROSS

K&B INSTALLATIONS

254 Station Road, West Moors BH22 0JF kandbinstallations.co.uk

3 CROSS MOT CENTRE 1 Lower Common Lane, BH21 6RD, 01202 828873 3cross.co.uk

LEANNE’S HAIRDRESSERS

DLH CARS & COMMERCIALS Unit 27, Liberty Close, Woolsbridge Ind. Park, BH21 6RD 01202 827470 dlhcars.co.uk

SLIMMING & BEAUTY

2 Park Way, BH22 0HL 01202 896477 slimmingandbeauty.co.uk

GREENMAN AQUATICS

John Brown’s Garden Centre, Ringwood Road, BH21 6RD 01202 825505 koimad.com

LEWIS CONCRETE

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

POSH WASH CAR VALETING 86 Condor Close, Woolsbridge Ind. Park, BH21 6SU 01202 828233 poshwashvaleting.co.uk

NEW

VERWOOD CANINE STUDIO Welwyndale, Verwood Road BH21 6RR 01202 827090 verwoodcaninestudios.co.uk

SELBY BUTCHERS

150 Station Road, BH22 0JB 01202 873121

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

WEST PARLEY TIEGLA TILES

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

WIMBORNE

WIMBORNE APPLIANCE SERVICES LTD

Unit 2, Forest Close, Ebblake Industrial Estate, BH31 6DE 01202 824244

Unit 9 Riverside Park, Station Road, BH21 1QU 01202 883494

WINTON

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

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

Collingwood Road, BH21 6QQ 01202 892710 sdcselfstorage.co.uk

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

AVS (AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE SERVICES LTD)

GILBEY CLEANERS

SDC SELF STORAGE LTD

SCF HARDWARE

VERWOOD

EBBLAKE AUTOCENTRE

168 Station Road, BH22 0JB 01202 896166 facebook.com/LeannesOfWestMoors

PROFILE 2000

PETALS FLORIST

BICKERLEY GARAGE

The Gables, Ringwood Road, BH31 7AQ 01202 900107 planecuisine.co.uk

31 High Street, BH24 1AD 01425 472654

AMARONE ITALIAN RESTAURANT

11 The Furlong, BH24 1AT 01425 475997 belleenfants.co.uk

PLANE CUISINE

VERWOOD SURPLUS STORE

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

BELLE ENFANTS

1 Station Road, BH31 7PY 01202 822266 maddisonhairdressers.co.uk

95-97 Ringwood Road, BH31 7AD 01202 825222 verwoodford.co.uk

TOWNHOUSE HAIRDRESSING

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

34b Christchurch Road, BH24 1DN, 01425 472555

MADDISONS HAIRDRESSERS

CARLY’S CRAFTS

1A Cardigan Road, BH9 1BJ 01202 512106

LOCAL SERVICES STEPHEN RUSSELL

QUALITY CARPET CLEANING

(Lounge Carpet £19.99) m.07887 707450 / t.01202 896726 sr-carpetclean.co.uk.co.uk

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in & around the area

what’s on

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

12 November

1 Nov-21 Dec 10am-4pm

13 November 7pm

Christchurch and District Arts Council, Christmas Present Makers Hayloft Gallery, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch.

01202 428004

8 November 10am-3pm

Wimborne in Bloom Charities Fair, Wimborne Minster. 01202 888703

8 November 10am-12noon

Verwood Concert Brass Coffee Morning, Verwood Memorial Hall.

01202 981169.

8 November 12noon-2pm

Charity lunch in aid of Trussell Trust, Woodlands Methodist Church, near Verwood . £5, £2.50 children. 07716125903

9 November

Remembrance Sunday Services and parades throughout the area.

See page 7 for more details

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10 November 7.30pm

Wimborne Horticultrual Society annual meeting followed by ‘Town & Country’ presentation by the wildlife photographer John Lewis. Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. 01202 887006

11 November 11am Royal British Legion Remembrance two minute silence.

11 November 10am-3pm

DWT South Dorset midweek volunteers, nature reserve habitat management.

07536 157328

12 November 9.30am12.30pm

Ferndown Art Society meets every Wednesday at the Barrington Centre, Penny’s Walk, Ferndown.

01202 896719

12 November

Durlston Country Park, castle tour. 01929 424443

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Fireside Theatre’s play reading of ‘Random Harvest’ by James Hilton.

Details 01202 825178

Race night in support of chairman of EDDC’s charities, council chamber, Furzehill, Wimborne. 01202 795219

14 November 1-4.30pm, 1516 November 10am-4.30pm

Wimborne Art Club autumn exhibition and sale of art and craft.

Pamphill Parish Hall, Wimborne.

01202 892064

15 November 10am-2pm

Grandma’s Attic sale to raise money for Crowe Hill Methodist Church, Crowe W I Hall, Crow near Ringwood, 01425 470310

16 November 10.30am-4pm

Christchurch and District Arts Council Christmas Craft Fair Hoburne Farm Holiday Park, Christchurch.

01425 277648

19 November 7.30pm

Verwood Historical Society, ‘Across the Lake’ an illustrated talk

by Phil Holt on the story of Donald Campbell.

St Michael’s Parish Centre off Manor Road, Verwood. 01202 824175

21 November 7.30pm

Royal Naval Cordite Factory 1915-17 ‘Acorns Urgently Needed’, talk by John England and Dr Bob Dukes, Allendale Centre, Wimborne. 01202 887322

22 November 9am-1pm

Verwood Farmers Market, Ferrett Green.

22 November

Ringwood Farmers Market, The Furlong.

22 November 10am-4pm

WaterAid Dorset Support Group table top sale, Allendale Centre, Wimborne. 01202 884176

22 November 10.45am

Wimborne Choral Society performs Handel’s Halleluiah Chorus, Wimborne Square.

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22 November 12.30pm Verwood Methodist Church lunch club.

01202 825533

23 November 5pm

Bournemouth Christmas lights switch on and family entertainment, Bournemouth Square.

25 November 10.30-1pm

Ferndown Golf Club Ladies’ section Christmas Fayre in aid of captain’s charities, Ferndown Golf Club, 07766 358177

26 November 11am

Fleet Air Arm Association meets at Royal British Legion, Church Road, Ferndown. 07815 824841

26 November 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society, Martin Atterbury playing a Roland AT350c and pedals. The Hub. 01202 822936

29 November 10am-7pm

Christchurch Christmas festival and lights switch on. Entertainment throughout town centre.

29 November 10.30am1.30pm

Kingston Lacy Farmers’ Market, Wimborne.

Free entry until 1.30pm.

01202 883402

29 November 2.30pm

Fayrewood Singers (formerly The Jenny Porter Singers,) festive concert ‘Season of Joy’ at Verwood Methodist Church, Vicarage Road.

01202 826134

29 November 5pm

Switch on Ferndown Christmas lights, Penny’s Walk. Events during the day.

29 November 3.30-4pm Switch on Christmas lights, Wimborne.

01202 886116

30 November 12noon-4pm

Merley House Christmas Fayre. Entry £1.

01202 885024

3 December 7pm

Fireside Theatre’s play reading of ‘Relative Values’ by Noel Coward.

Details 01202 822939

in & around the area etition

Comp

N ROBOI D HO TO PAN

Join in with adventure, laughs and surprises this Christmas with Robin Hood and his band of merry men in Lighthouse, Poole’s funpacked traditional panto from Friday 5 December – Sunday 4 January.

Target panto fun at Christmas with Robin Hood and his merry men Starring CBBC’s Ed Petrie (All Over the Place, Marrying Mum and Dad) as Robin, Patrick O’Kane (Game of Thrones, Jamaica Inn) as the Sheriff of Nottingham and Tom Bright (who also writes and directs) as Friar Tuck.

There are non-stop thrills and spills as Robin takes on the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and still finds

time to catch the eye of the fearless Maid Marion in this classic tale. With a superb cast, sing-along tunes, stunning dancing, slapstick, silliness and lots of chances to join in, Robin Hood is the perfect family entertainment this Christmas.

For more information visit www.lighthousepoole.co.uk or call 0844 406 8666. one lucky reader the offering by season Lighthouse and mags4dorset are celebrating the festive child) for the performance of chance to win a family ticket (valid for four people, minimum one Robin Hood on Tuesday 9 December at 7pm.

To be in with a chance of winning this Which forest does Robin Hood live in?

cracker of a prize answer this question:

Keep the music alive with The Kast off Kinks

Competi

tion

Memories will come flooding back when The Kast Off Kinks appear at the Regent Centre in Christchurch on 12 December.

The great line-up features long term members of the legendary band ‘The Kinks’. Along with Mick Avory, the original drummer, Jim Rodford on bass/vocals (70s, 80s & 90s, also of The Zombies and Argent), and Ian Gibbons on keyboards/vocals (80s & 90s, still with Ray Davies), they are joined on guitar and vocals by Dave Clarke who has played with the Beach Boys, Noel Redding and Tim Rose.

Expect all the hits including: You Really Got Me, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, Sunny Afternoon, Lola, Deadend Street, Days, Waterloo Sunset, Apeman, Come Dancing, and many more.

This should be an evening that you’ll remember for a long time.

KINK CONERST

mags4dorset and the Regent Centre have a prize of two tickets to give away to see the show.

win For you chance to er sw an the tickets this question: ation Which London st nks do The Kast Off Ki sing about?

HOW TO ENTER Enter through our website: www. mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Robin Hood competition, or The Kast Off Kinks st competition, mags4dorset, 1 Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date for both competitions is 26 November 2014. The first correct entries drawn will be the winners.

Employees of Page and Pulford Ltd, Lighthouse, Poole(Robin Hood)and The Regent (Kast off Kinks) are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

Shop the Shop competition winner Congratulations to H Moore from Ferndown who corrected identified the shops in Ferndown in October’s magazine and wins a £60 voucher to spend at The Merchant of Venice.

The answers were: A. Forum Framers & Gallery, B. Swan Jewellers, C. Underwood Eyecare, D. Worldspan Travel, E. Salt & Vinegar, F. Raffles Coffee House, G. Basic Elegance Furnishings Ltd, H.The Practice at Ferndown, I. Shoe Tree, J. The Merchant of Venice.

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COUNCILS OPPOSE WIND FARM Christchurch and Bournemouth councillors have come out against the Navitus Bay development

T

hey follow in the footsteps of the National Trust and Purbeck District Council in opposing the scheme for 194 wind turbines up to 200m (656ft) high off the coast of Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Both councils studied Local Impact Reports detailing the key issues affecting the boroughs. In Christchurch these included the impact on the characteristics of

FREEADS

the local coastal, rural, urban and marine landscapes arising from offshore developments as well as the visual impact of the wind farm.

Onshore issues included the impact on landscape character and on designated habitats associated with the proposed cable route.

Bournemouth Council says the borough’s economy could suffer a £100 million per year hit and around 2,000 jobs could be at risk should the wind farm go ahead.

Councillors are concerned that the cumulative impacts of damage to the visual amenity and the loss of the area’s intrinsic appeal would have major knock-on effects to employment, the tourism economy and long-term investment in Bournemouth. Combined, the negative effects of the development on the area would far outweigh any benefits.

Plans were submitted in April with claims the scheme would

contribute £1.6bn to the economy over 25 years and generate power for up to 700,000 homes. The government’s Planning Inspectorate is overseeing the application because it is a major infrastructure project.

The process started last month with a public meeting at the Bournemouth International Centre.

The Planning Inspectorate says the plans have attracted more comment than any other offshore wind farm and 80 people spoke reflecting views for and against the proposal.

It is expected to complete its examination of the proposals in March 2015 before a decision is made by the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change next September.

Proceed with caution when buying privately. mags4dorset cannot accept any liablity for transactions carried out as a result of responding to these freeads.

Man’s bike, good condition. £25 for quick sale. West Moors. 01202 890974

Sewing machine, Beldray 12 stitch. Boxed, unused. £20.

Ferndown. 01202 861991

Freezer, under counter, white, new with guarantee, bought by mistake. £60. West Moors. 01202 875443

Leather coat, lady’s, black, large, 30 inch length. As new. £50. 07867 813213.

Bath/shower mixer set, Barking Grohe, chrome, new and boxed. £50. Ferndown. 01202 895590

Car boot items, lamps and shades, trainers, casserole with lid and lots more. £10. Ringwood.

01425 471682

Stained glass supplies, grinder £50, 100w soldering iron £35, also half price or less glass, leads, copper foil and other accessories.

Verwood. 01202 824316

Treadmill, York Pacer platinum series in excellent condition, complete with heart monitor and programme settings. £150. West Moors. 01202 894099

Urban Detour pushchair, with infant car seat, cosy toes, raincover.

Clean condition. £70. Ferndown.

01202 896719 Baby equipment, high chair, VTech baby walker, over the moon floor gym, activity table, All good condition. £55. Bournemouth. 01202 300105 Size 16 dresses, for sale due to down sizing. All excellent condition.

Reasonable offers - £5+. West Moors. 01202 871029 Microwave, Panasonic, silver, 800w. Good condition. £20.

Wimborne. 01202 840285 Lounge chair, cushioned back, Radley range, beige, teak finish.

VGC. £200. Ferndown. 07813 635429 Breakfast bar stools, two pine/ metal frame. £10 each. Solid wood shower seat, with fittings. £25. All VGC. Ferndown. 01202 890049.

Carpet cleaners, two electric power foamer with three bottles shampoo. £15. Ferndown. 01202 861991

Sofa, Stressless two seater reclining, dark green leather. VGC. £150. Verwood. 01202 827420 Six Babycham glasses. £30.

Bournemouth. 01202 512263 Sink unit, stainless steel, single drainer with cutlery drainer, space for mixer tap. £15 Bournemouth 01202 512263 SAD lightbox, Brightlight Lumie, good bedroom light. As new. £15. St Ives. 01425 471893 Conservatory suite, beige pattern. Excellent condition. £150.

Lytchett Matravers. 01202 631280 Electric mower, Flymo Glider 330. Used once. £60 ovno. West Moors. 01202 892902 Rocking chair, light oak, stripped, reupholstered and revarnished. £100 ono. Ferndown. 01202 877617 Baby bouncy cradle, Mothercare. £8. White cellular cot blankets, 100cm x 150cm. Used once. £8 each. Verwood. 01202 824018

Dining table, round (to oval), 4-6 seater, heavy wood, with 6 chairs.

As new. £150. 3 seater settee. Good condition. £70. Ringwood. 07792 777780 Gas cooker, glass lid. Nearly new. £100. Pine table and 3 chairs. £50.

01425 485271 Chandelier, Italian, 8 arm, cast metal, rose basket design. £250 Ferndown. 01202 873040 Sleigh bed, Feather and Black, mahogany, 6ft wide, spring slatted base, one year old. Good condition. £499. Ferndown. 01202 873040

Bed, 3ft, slatted base, head and foot adjustable. Pristine mattress, rarely used. £40. Christchurch. 01202 479000

Wardrobes, two, light wood, louvre front. £60. 2 single padded headboards, like new. £50. St Leonards. 01425 483896

Food processor, Braun 280 Deluxe, variable speed/cutting, mini liquidiser/chopping bowl, full instruction book. Rarely used. £30.

Christchurch. 01202 479000

Breadmaker, Morphy Richards, still in box with instructions. Perfect condition. £20. Christchurch. 01202 479466

Writing desk, repro knee hole pedestal, 122cm wide x 60cm deep x 76cm high. £50. Bournemouth.

01202 571360 Stereo, Pioneer stack system with speakers. £100. Wimborne. 01202 883347

Coffee set, Susie Cooper, 6 cups and saucers. £50. Verwood. 01202 820400 Mains power lead, 25m for caravan extension. £10. Verwood.

01202 827563

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Mighty Motoring Marvels Skoda Rapid Spaceback

By Stephen Turvil • www.stephenturvil@googlemail.com

The Skoda Rapid Spaceback ticks every box on the small family car check list.

For starters, it has a spacious cabin that – according to its manufacturer – offers rear passengers “the most knee space and headroom in its segment”. There is lots of room in the front too – so it “ticks” the passenger space box. The cabin also has handy features such as storage under a front seat, cubby holes, and a clip on the windscreen pillar to hold parking tickets. The cabin is, therefore, easy to live with – so “tick”. Furthermore, this hatchback’s cargo capacity is 415-litres rising to 1,380-litres once the rear seats are folded flat. Such figures ensure it easily transports substantial loads – so “tick” again.

Equally important, it has a range of features – some of which are optional – that make transporting luggage easier. These include a double-side boot floor that has carpet on one surface and rubber on the reverse. The latter suits muddy pets.

An alternative set-up is the variable boot floor that has two layers but slightly reduces cargo capacity.

The lower level best suits items that are less frequently required. The Spaceback is also available with a through load provision. This enables long items in the boot to extend through the armrest in the rear bench into the passenger compartment.

“Tick, tick - tick”.

The Skoda Rapid Spaceback incorporates a range of petrol/ diesel engines that offer respectable performance and low fuel consumption – so “tick”. These complement the five/six-speed manual transmissions plus a sevenspeed auto. Engine highlights include the 1.6-litre 90PS diesel that – when connected to the Greenline trim – averages 74.3mpg. Carbon emissions are 99g/km so this trim can be taxed for free. “Tick”.

The Spaceback also has modern styling that can be enhanced with optional extras. These include the style pack that extends the rear glass toward the registration plate.

It includes a panoramic roof, spoiler and darker lights too – so “tick”.

Furthermore, the Spaceback has a respectable equipment specification.

The S trim has: air-conditioning, electric windows and an electronic stability program whereas the SE adds cruise control, parking sensors and front fog lights. That has to be worth a “tick”. The Elegance, in contrast, adds climate control.

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Finally, the super-efficient Greenline is based on the S but has special tyres that minimise fuel consumption. Spaceback optional extras for those that like a little luxury include heated seats, satellite navigation and a food cooler. “Tick”.

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