Ferndown Matters Autumn 2016

Issue 32

FERNDOWN Photo © MAGS4DORSET

SCALING KILIMANJARO

Autumn 2016

Blooms ANNUAL CIVIC DAY

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS EXTRAVAGANZA

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Reshaping Dorset Councils for the Future Dorset Council has recently been road showing the proposals and has been to Ferndown earlier this autumn. Before any decisions are made about the shape of Dorset councils for the future, the views of local residents, businesses and others are being considered by Dorset County Council.

Dorset’s nine councils are responsible for housing, planning, social care and protecting the vulnerable.

They also empty the bins, maintain roads and run libraries. There is an opportunity for people to have a say in how these and many other services are delivered in the future. If you live in Ferndown, your council, local services and the amount of council tax you pay would be affected by the proposals.

Responding to the need to save money, Dorset’s councils are considering reducing the number of councils in the county from nine to two from 2019.

Dorset County Council want to hear your views before any decisions are made – please read the proposals for change below and complete the questionnaire.

The proposals for change include: • •

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Protect frontline services — such as children’s social care, road maintenance, libraries, parks, housing, planning and adult social services.

Reduce costs and give better value for money by cutting duplication, increasing economies of scale and improving efficiency.

Although reorganisation would have a one-off cost of around £25 million, it would result in substantial savings – of at least £108 million in the first six years.

Focus on people and areas by simplifying council structures and basing services around the way people live their lives and identify with a particular area, and how businesses operate.

Continue to make councils accountable to local people and retain each area’s local characteristics.

Stimulate jobs and promote prosperity, by focusing on the economic opportunities within their respective areas.

The two new unitary councils would deliver the services currently provided by the six district and borough councils and Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole.

More detailed information can be found at https://news.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/reshapingyourcouncils/files/2016/08/Reshaping-your-councils-Whichoptions-for-local-government-in-Dorset-are-being-considered.pdf. https://news.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/reshapingyourcouncils/files/2016/08/Dorset-Councils-Local-Partnershipsfinancial-analysis.pdf. https://news.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/reshapingyourcouncils/files/2016/09/Local-Partnerships-summary-ofpotential-options-for-the-reconfiguration-of-local-authorities-in-Dorset2.pdf. https://news.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/reshapingyourcouncils/files/2016/10/Dorset-Councils-ORS-onInterpreting-the-Consultation-Findings.pdf.

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MAYOR OF FERNDOWN’S ANNUAL CIVIC DAY 2016

– A tour of the delights of Ferndown

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erndown’s annual mayoral Civic Day took place on 6th September and mayors and chairmen from across Dorset joined the Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Mike Parkes, of a tour of many of the wonderful assets Ferndown has to its name. The day commenced at the Barrington Centre, a key focal point for the Town which brings the community together with over 50 activities per week. The venue’s theatre has a very busy and popular schedule of shows and performances from renowned artists such as Courtney Pine and Des O’Connor to productions from local amateur dramatic groups.

The Mayor and his guests then hopped on a coach and made their way to Hampreston and Stapehill All Saints Church in its beautiful rural setting. Dignitaries heard about the church’s wealth of history, with its roots as early as the Saxon period, as well as its evolution over the years. The church has an active bell tower team and the dignitaries were given a unique insight into the art of bell ringing. Many of the dignitaries took the opportunity to have a go at this fine art. All concluded…”It’s harder than it looks”!

The ‘Chain Gang’ then moved on to their next visit to High Mead Farm, a therapeutic farm located along Ham Lane for those with learning and physical disabilities, mental health issues and for disengaged youngsters. The Mayor and his fellow dignitaries were given a warm welcome by the farm’s team of volunteers and co-farmers and were introduced to the variety of animals including

Daphne the Donkey and not forgetting Bluebell and Doorbell, the farm’s resident pigs. The guests heard about the amazing range of activities the farm has to offer including horticultural activities, animal husbandry and various workshops. Everyone was impressed by the ethos and spirit of the farm and its ability to empower people and improve lives.

Following a very delicious lunch at Ferndown Golf Club to recharge the batteries, the dignitaries took their positions back on the coach and made their way to Longham Lakes. A peaceful and tranquil location, the two reservoirs are owned by Bournemouth Water and are a haven for wildlife and anglers. The dignitaries were invited into the Study Centre by Bournemouth Water’s Operations Director for Drinking Water Services, Bob Taylor, who provided an informative presentation on the water treatment process something we all too often forget about when pouring ourselves a glass of clean water.

Following a walk round the lakes, the Mayor and his guests headed back to the Barrington Centre for a cuppa to conclude what was a very enjoyable day. Cllr Parkes thanked all his guests for joining him and said “It has been a delight to showcase the many varied assets the town has to offer to the residents of Ferndown and beyond.

I think you’d all agree that Ferndown is rich with history and has a lot to offer in terms of its physical assets, but its essence is the people that make up the town and its community spirit – this is what makes Ferndown the wonderful place it is to live in”.

“It has been a delight to showcase the many varied assets the town has to offer...”

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LIVE: Ferndown 2017 Live: Ferndown 2017 kicked off on Sunday evening 2nd October with the first of three semi-finals in the bar at the Barrington Theatre, Ferndown BH22 9TH.

Everyone who books in and attends at least two semi-finals will get a free ticket for the final on Saturday 8th April. Every final so far has been sold out and has attracted 200+ in the audience.

Each finalist act gets two free tickets. Good luck to all entering this year’s competition - the standard looks higher than ever.

Picture shows The Vandals, one of this year’s acts, hoping to win the title in April 2017.

Entry was free to spectators and the bar opened from 7pm. The Vandals kicked us off at 7.30pm.

Three quality performances were showcased; The Vandals, Oceanside, and Melissa Barton - in that order.

Each act performed four or five tracks and found out from organiser Steve Lugg on the night, if they have made the final. Audience reaction was important, so acts were encouraged to bring supporters along.

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FERNDOWN & WEST MOORS REMEMBRANCE PROGRAMME 2016

FRIDAY 11th NOVEMBER: ARMISTICE DAY SERVICE

10.45am: RBL Garden of Remembrance, Church Road, Ferndown

SATURDAY 12th NOVEMBER: WEST PARLEY SERVICE 10.50am: West Parley Memorial Hall

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 13th NOVEMBER: 10.00am: Hampreston Church Service 10.30am: West Moors Parade & Service 10.45am: St.Ives Church Service 2.15pm: Ferndown Parade - Peter Grant Way 3.00pm: Service - St. Mary’s Church, Ferndown

Wreaths available from the Poppy Appeal Organiser at setchfield4@btinternet.com or via RBL on 01202 877706 8

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Meetings of the Town Council Meeting dates may be subject to change – IF YOU WISH TO ATTEND ANY MEETING, PLEASE CHECK THE DATE AND TIME on the agenda displayed on Council noticeboards or by telephoning the Council Office on 01202 892249

2016 NOV

Thu

3rd

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

7th

7:00pm

Environment Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

14th

7:00pm

Policy & Resources Committee

Barrington Centre

Thu

24th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

28th

7:00pm

KGV Management

KGV Pavilion

DEC

Mon

5th

7:00pm

Town Council

Barrington Centre

Thu

15th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

JAN

Thu

5th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

9th

7:00pm

Environment Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

16th

7:00pm

Policy & Resources Committee

Barrington Centre

Thu

26th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

30th

7:00pm

Town Council

Barrington Centre

FEB

Mon

6th

7:00pm

Personnel Committee

Barrington Centre

Thu

16th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Mon

27th

7:00pm

Environment Committee

Barrington Centre

2017

Meetings, other than those of the Personnel Committee, are normally open to the public.

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Look who’s coming to

Ferndown!

By Janine Pulford, MAGS4DORSET

Lily Roberts met Santa last year

Santa is already getting ready to make his annual visit to Ferndown in good time to bring Christmas cheer to the town

Studio One Student Choir

Last year’s mayor, Cllr Julie Robinson with James Robinson, Macie Lefaux and Naomi Tilley Watson

Gugge 2000

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To welcome him, Ferndown Town Council has arranged for more Christmas lights this year.

The ceiling of lights in Penny’s Walk and the Clock Tower will be extended, the tree lights will be replaced with LED lights and there will be snowflakes and stars in the large trees outside Penny’s Walk. There will also be additional lights in the trees on Victoria Road and the lampposts on Ringwood Road.

Santa is sure to be happy when he sees what an effort everyone has gone to. He will be in his grotto on 26 November and children can visit him there. Meanwhile there will be all sorts of seasonal festivities going on in the town organised by the Ferndown Chamber of Commerce.

Entertainment

Ferndown will come alive with entertainment including Christmas carols by the Studio One choir in Tesco store’s foyer.

Christmas Market and kiddies rides

There will also be a Christmas market along with the famous chamber stall offering mulled wine, mince pies and a fabulous raffle for the grown ups and for the little ones there will be kiddies rides in the town centre.

Who will turn on the Christmas lights?

Both the mayor and the town crier have confirmed they will be present as well as Santa, so who will turn on the Christmas tree lights? Pop along on 26 November to find out!

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Councillor Harry Worth’s attempt on

Kilimanjaro

Councillor Harry Worth’s quest was inspired by the 33 year old Paralympian, Aaron Phipps who ascended Mount Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair having lost both of his legs and most of his fingers after being diagnosed with Meningitis C.

Harry at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro

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o carry out the attempt on Kilimanjaro Harry now aged 65 opted for the eight day hikes on the Lemosho route a remote and beautiful route to Kilimanjaro summit being the best for acclimatisation thus increasing the probability of success.

There was a big learning curve involved – things like - how to stop your water bottle from freezing and how to keep from perspiring which also freezes; walking whilst getting that next breath and being determined to carry on.

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n the climb itself, there was time to photograph the most awe inspiring views, glaciers, rock formations, vistas and that rich sun rise. The 11 PM start on the last leg with head lamp guiding the way and getting back after 14 hours on the hoof for a well earnt rest at an altitude where you can breathe normally.

Recovered now; that was hard but so worthy.

Base camp

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The ‘Ferndown in Bloom’ competition sponsored by Haskins of Ferndown saw many wonderful garden entries across the different categories this year.

Judging took place on July 13th when members from the committee visited all the gardens and decided who had the best displays.

Best Fro

nt Garden - Mr B Smith

Best Sm

all Garden - Mrs V Briggs

Photography - Mr M Ovens Ribben vector designed by Shahsoft1 - Freepik.com

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Ferndown First School Schools me E First Ti

ntr y - Mr & Mrs Dunkle

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en - Miss Bennett Senior GardShared award

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ompetitors were invited to the Ferndown Haskins garden centre earlier this month where they found out who had won and were presented with certificates. The winner for the business entry sponsored by MAGS4DORSET was the Royal British Legion; front garden was Mr Smith of 1 Mayfield Close; first time entry was Mr & Mrs Dunkley of 7 Uplands Road, best small garden and tallest sunflower at 15’ 3” was won by Mrs Briggs of Dorset Avenue. The best school entry which was won by Ferndown First School. The best senior gardener was shared between Mrs Marshall of Pinewood Gardens and Miss Bennett of Bramley Road and not forgetting best photography which was won by Malcolm Ovens.

- Royal British Legion Business Sponsored by mags4dorset

Well done to all who entered the completion this year.

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Ever wondered what else you can do at the library?

There are loads of extra things to do alongside reading books, watching DVDs and listening to stories on CDs and tapes.

Have you considered having a knit and a natter, relaxing whilst colouring, making a noise in the library, having a chatter with friends, clapping, tapping and jiggling together or joining in for fun and stories?

Well - Ferndown library has all these things happening during different weeks of the month.

Why not bring your knitting to the library and enjoy lively conversation over a cup of tea or coffee every 3rd Tuesday of every month, drop in between 10am – 11.30am.

Come along to Ferndown library for a fun and relaxing session of adult colouring on the 1st Wednesday of every month between 10.0011.30am. Refreshments will be available.

Making a noise in the library – a fun and informative coffee morning for the visually impaired and meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 10.30am – 11.30am.

Come along to clap, wiggle and jiggle together at the Rhyme Time every Friday morning from 10.00-10.30am.

Are you aged 6 – 12 years? Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Chatting with friends? Then you might like to join our monthly Chatterbooks group. We meet on the 3rd Saturday in the month from 10.00-10.45am to chat about books, do quizzes, crafts and games.

And there is Story Time every Saturday morning from 11.00-11.30am – no need to book, come and join us for fun and stories.

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The most common bat in the UK, the Common pipistrelle weighs less than a £1 coin and can eat 3,000 insects in just one night!

Photo courtesy of Amy Lewis

Baskets and bats in a beautiful garden Knoll Gardens on the edge of Ferndown is embracing the autumn with two special events this October.

On Saturday 8 October former countryside ranger Tracy Standish taught people how to make a frame basket from hedgerow and garden materials on a special workshop teaching different weaving techniques. At the end of the day everyone took their finished basket home and together with the knowledge they could go on and make more using materials from their own gardens.

Later in the month, on Thursday 27 October, experts from Dorset Wildlife Trust will be leading a bat walk in the gardens as part of Wild About Gardens Week. A joint initiative by the RHS, The Wildlife Trusts and Bat Conservation Trust, the week aims to encourage people to make their gardens more wildlife-friendly, and this year has a focus on UK bats. Suitable for all the family, participants on Knoll’s walk are most likely to see the Common pipestrelle bat. Weighing less than a £1 coin, it is a great friend to the gardener capable of eating 3,000 insects in just one night. As well as looking for bats against the night sky you will also be able to hear them using a bat detector to make their calls audible to human ears. The bat walk runs from 5 – 7pm, costs £5 for adults and £3 for children, call the DWT on 01202 692033 to book.

Booking is essential as numbers are very limited. For more information and full booking details go to www.knollgardens.co,uk or call 01202 873931.

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Ferndown Town Council gives out lots of grants to local organisations THIS YEAR WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GIVE OUT GRANTS TO SEVERAL COMMUNITY GROUPS THROUGHOUT FERNDOWN AND WE WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH YOU HOW THE MONEY HAS BEEN DISTRIBUTED At the same time we also invite you to apply for grants and the details of how to go about applying can be found on the Ferndown Town website. Type in ‘grants’ in the search bar and you will be taken to the appropriate page, alternatively you can call the Council office on 01202 892249.

In June of this year the Royal British Legion – was given £400 as a contribution for the community party to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday. The Ferndown ATC requested money towards the updating of their computer equipment used in training and was awarded £1000. The Ferndown Allotment Association requested £1000 for the completion of the community well and was given the go ahead. St. Mary’s Church Ferndown have been looking to update the outdoor rear play area located within the grounds of the church and were granted £1000 towards this.

In the summer month of August the Policy and Resources committee met again and awarded grants to the following two groups - Brendoncare Club (Penny Friendship Club) received £200 as a contribution towards their Christmas trip and the Caterpillar Club Pre-School was given £620 for a laptop and associated software.

More recently in October, the Dorset Blind Association was given £300 as a contribution towards costs providing social club, home visiting and support service in Ferndown area. The Ferndown Phoenix Musical Society requested and received £500 to bring musical theatre to the people of Ferndown. The Cruse Bereavement Care – New Forest – received £200 towards ongoing costs for training, development, premises rental, admin and volunteer essential expenses (volunteers are unpaid). The RBL Ferndown Model Society has been given £500 towards the purchase of a gazebo for outdoor displays, two portable tables, covers, base sheets, club banner, logo and insurance.

In support of the Poppy Launch in the Ferndown Town Centre the cost of a cherry picker/tower enabling the large poppies to be erected in the trees along Victoria Road was approved. The maximum cost being £300.

We always appreciate ‘thank you’ correspondence and in particular the ‘thank you’ card received recently from the staff and children of the Caterpillar club. See pictures.

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Ferndown Air Cadets

On the 27th of May 2016, Air Cadets from Ferndown, Poole and Wimborne took part in the Annual Section Commanders Course which is run by 2358 (Ferndown) Squadron Air Cadets.

This annual event is one that all cadets look forward to, a combination of life in the field getting muddy, cooking for themselves, and taking part in tactical exercises never fails to motivate the cadets.

The course is designed to test senior cadet’s leadership in a tactical field environment, and then have their interview and presentation skills tested. The field phase takes place on Bovington Training Area across 3 days of intensive assessment, and then the cadets return to, Ferndown Squadron Head Quarters for the classroom based interviews and presentations.

There were 5 senior cadets who were chosen to be students on the course and many others acted as an opposing force to the students. Over the course of the weekend there were 6 fieldcraft exercises, these included deploying into the area tactically, reconnaissance of possible locations of an allied pilot, and rescuing the pilot.

It was a challenging weekend for the students who were pushed to their limits psychically and mentally. At the end of the course, each student received their course report and the winners for each phase of the course were announced along with an overall winner, which was a joint win between Cadet Cpl Bower & Cadet Cpl Tobin.

Pilot Officer Kevin Haywood comments The senior cadets who volunteer for the opportunity to be tested to their physical and metal limits should be proud of their effort and achievements. A special recognition to the two cadets who came top of the class, Cadet Corporal Tobin and Cadet Corporal Bower and also all those staff and cadets that planned and supported this activity.

It was my distinct pleasure to award Cadet Corporal Bower with a promotion to the rank of Cadet Sergeant due to an excellent demonstration of leadership, on top of other qualities of a leader that had already been observed by the Squadron staff before the event.

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On Thursday 3rd November from 10.30-12.30 at the Barrington Centre in Penny’s Walk, Martin Underhill - Police Crime Commissioner for Dorset will be attending with a senior Police Officer to describe the future of Policing in East Dorset, and take questions.

Tickets are available at £3, and include coffee and cake – buy them now from the Barrington, as space is limited.

If you are interested in Policing, then you should be coming along.

Martyn Underhill was elected on 15th November 2012 as an Independent candidate and took up office on the 22 November 2012.

Prior to his election campaign, Martyn was a Detective Chief Inspector with Sussex Police, who retired in 2009 after 30 years of service. He Joined the Metropolitan Police in 1979, transferring to Sussex Police in 1984 and was commended by the Sussex Police Authority for his work on the Sarah Payne case, the first time that the Police Authority had issued such a commendation.

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Your Town Council Town Clerk - Mrs Vanessa Ricketts The Barrington Centre, Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH Tel: 01202 892249 Email: enquiries@ferndown.gov.uk

Your Ferndown Town Councillors Links Ward: Cllr. Ms P M Cooper Cllr. Mrs J Robinson Cllr. L L R Wilson

12 Corbin Avenue, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 8AZ 18 Medway Road, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 8UX 163 Leeson Drive, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9TL

Central Ward: Cllr. M R Parkes Cllr. J A Muggleton Cllr. M R Jones

36 Dorset Avenue, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 8HW Tel: 01202 861858 3 Moorhaven, Princes Road, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9JG Tel: 01202 872975 59 Amberwood, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9JT Tel: 01202 894631

Central North Ward: Cllr. S M Lugg

Tel: 01202 896676 Tel: 07513 578177 Tel: 07793 440765

c/o Ferndown Town Council, The Barrington Centre, Penny’s Walk, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9TH

Tel: 01202 872066

1 Vacancy Hampreston & Longham Ward: Cllr. L Ovens 357 Ringwood Road, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9AE Tel: 01202 896701 Cllr. P Lucas 14 Landford Gardens, Throop, BOURNEMOUTH, Dorset BH8 0PH Tel: 01202 533765 Cllr. P H Graham 36 Portland Road, BOURNEMOUTH, Dorset BH9 1NQ Tel: 07939 501674 Stapehill Ward: Cllr. N J Wellstead Ameysford Ward: Cllr. J L Baxter Cllr. Mrs C A Lugg

36 Wimborne Road West, WIMBORNE, Dorset BH21 2DP

Tel: 01202 880705

Greenacres, Angel Lane, Longham, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9DZ Tel: 01202 897884

c/o Ferndown Town Council, The Barrington Centre, Penny’s Walk, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9TH

Cllr F W (Harry) Worth

156 Leeson Drive, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9QQ

Links South Ward: Cllr. T Cordery Cllr. Mrs J Read

79 Dorset Avenue FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 8HL 288 Ringwood Road FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 9AS

Tel: 01202 872066 Tel: 01202 895923

Tel: 01202 876293 Tel: 01202 875926

We are keen to hear your comments Please feel free to contact us - we are listening!

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