Ferndown Matters Spring 2016

Issue 30

Spring 2016

FRIDAY MARKET

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FETE ON THE FIELD

LIVE: FERNDOWN RESULTS

FERNDOWN: A DEMENTIA FRIENDLY TOWN

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FERNDOWN: PART OF A GREATER BOURNEMOUTH OR DORSET UNITARY, OR TO STAY AS EAST DORSET?

Your Views Are Needed!

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erndown Town Council currently has no official policy on the future local governance of East Dorset, but as the largest settlement ‘we’ surely have a right to a view?

Residents are asked to think about their preference, and whether they should be offered a referendum, before local government changes are made.

If you have a view, let your councillors know, and write to the Leader of EDDC to express your view. If we stay silent, Ferndown ‘will for sure, be done to’, whatever the decision.

Do you prefer local or more remote and centralised government?

It’s your democracy, your choice Send your views to: Councillor Spencer Flower East Dorset District Council, Furzehill, Wimborne, BH21 4HN or email: cllr.sflower@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk

Cadets celebrate achievements Cadets of 2358 (Ferndown) Squadron spent the evening of 14th March celebrating their achievements throughout the year of 2015.

During the Squadron’s annual presentation evening, the cadets efforts were recognised

by Wing Commander Toth, OC Dorset & Wiltshire Wing ATC. During the evening, special guests and parents were enthralled

with personal accounts of activities that the cadets themselves had taken part in.

Cadet Dennis and Cpl Brown delivered an exciting presentation on participating in regional sports. Cpl Brown spoke about his experiences during annual camp, Cpl Way spoke about 2358

(Ferndown) Squadron’s gruelling Section Commanders course and finally FS Payne delivered an excellent presentation on the Qualified Aerospace Instructors course.

The Newly Appointed Office Commanding, Pilot Officer Kevin Haywood took great pleasure in awarding the Cadets the certificates throughout the evening, passing the honour of handing over the

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awards to OC Wing.

And of all the awards the two most sought after, best Cadet 2015 was awarded to Cadet Fitzgerald and the best NCO 2015 was awarded to Cadet Flight sergeant Conner.

The Cadets should be extremely proud of themselves for their continued efforts and ongoing success, Officer Commanding 2358 looks forward to next year for more of the same.

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Dogs’ day afternoon!

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Ricketts and the EDDC officers, and the volunteers including my wife who baked for 12 hours!”

Amongst the numerous stands was the Dogs Trust and a spokesperson said, “It is one of the best events of its kind that we have attended.”

Due to its success, a spring dog-focused event is likely to become an annual calendar fixture in Ferndown.

The combined event between Ferndown Town Council (trustees of King George V Fields charity) and East Dorset District Council (EDDC) was coordinated by Rachel Taylor and raised more than £400 for local charities.

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“The glorious weather on Good Friday surely helped, but to see more than 200 dogs and their owners on King George V playing field in Ferndown was a wonderful sight,” said the Chairman of East Dorset District Council (EDDC), Cllr Steve Lugg who was instrumental in organising the event.

As well as entering their pets in a fun dog show, owners were also able to take up the offer of free microchipping by East Dorset District Council’s dog warden. Legislation now makes it compulsory to have all dogs over eight weeks old in England microchipped.

Over 60 dogs queued up to be microchipped during the afternoon whilst the fun dog show, run by the local Staffie Rescue, attracted 180 entries.

Pampurred Pets sponsored the prizes.

Counciller Lugg added, “A great afternoon was had by all, even the burger van sold out. There were so many local people all pulling together to create good times for everyone. I am especially indebted to Steve

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Live:

Ferndown

2016

RESULTS: Winner: Amie Knight Runners up: DFYNE 3rd: Power Thief Audience choice: Power Thief © MAGS4DORSET

WINNER: Amie Knight (left) Last year’s winner: Emma-Jane Toop (inset below) DYFYNE (runners up) (above)

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mie Knight is this year’s winner of Live: Ferndown. The 19-yearold country singer / guitarist couldn’t fail with her original song ‘Two Guys’ which was judged to have a real feelgood factor.

The final held at the Barrington Theatre on 8 April was a sell-out for the second year running and featured 13 acts diverse in age and genre.

Run by Cllr Steve Lugg in association with the Ferndown Community Association, host

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of 17 performed a showcase whilst the judges deliberated.

Following this, Matt Black on piano and Helena Mace on vocals wowed the crowd as the evening reached its climax.

Amie was visibly surprised and moved to tears when the result was announced, but showed her class and style as she repeated her winning song.

Chrissyferkin delivered the show, Steve commented, “This year, watched by an excited audience, everyone performed at their very including Christchurch MP Chris best, and should be proud of Chope OBE and his wife Christo. their performances.

Piano man Matt Black led “Next year will see real the judging panel of Conor ‘Ferndown Voice’ Stu Poulton, Brian Oliver, Nicholson join the judging Helena Mace and Paul panel. Stu lives a mile ‘Timbrewulf’ Hobbins. from the Barrington, From rock to and is lead singer of swing, opera acapella Galahad. to country, the “With 21 albums, evening had it all. over 100,000 sales Last year’s winner and 31 years gigging, uk photography.co.

Emma-Jane Toop, a Galahad are something © www.paradox folk veteran at the age of a force!

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Beer and Music Festival

Power Thief rocking Ferndown! (3rd place and winners of the audience’s vote)

“We will continue to innovate, support and showcase the best of local live music, with the aim of being the number one contemporary music hub in East Dorset.”

The Live: Ferndown final, run jointly by Cllr Steve Lugg in association with the Ferndown Community Association, comes together following monthly

Sunday Clubs. Entrants are whittled down to an evening of ‘sudden-death’, where artists sing / play just one track judged by an panel of experts.

Sponsors this year were Forest FM of Verwood, AM Studios of Longman and Basement Studios of Wimborne (winner’s prize).

Thirteen artists, including many of the finalists from Live: Ferndown are due to appear on May Day, at the Barrington Beer and Music Festival, with free entry. Cllr Steve Lugg will be managing the music at the 12 to 12 festival following his East Dorset District Council Civic Service at St Mary’s Church, Ferndown.

Culture Week

Ferndown’s first Culture Week is due to take place on 9-16 July 2016. Watch this space for more details.

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Good Neighbour service The Good Neighbour service in Ferndown, West Parley and West Moors was launched in December 2014. The scheme has been very successful, but the coordinator, John Muggleton, is keen for older people living in the area who haven’t heard of the service to know about the help that can be provided.

John said, “If you are unable to do those small, simple tasks and do not have the support of family and friends, then the local Good Neighbour service can help you.

“Do you need a light bulb changed, your batteries in your remote control replaced or your TV reprogrammed? Maybe you have some furniture that you need moving or some small item taken to the tip? Do you need your curtains taken down to enable you to wash them?

“These are just a few examples of the jobs we can do. We will not always be able to help, but we will do our best.”

The Good Neighbour scheme also offers a befriending service.

Do you need help of this type, or something similar? If so call 01202 834034.

Ring any time during the day, seven days a week. Your call will be answered by a person and someone will get back to you the next working day. Depending on the job, a volunteer could be with you within 48 hours. A small donation will be requested when the job is complete to cover expenses.

The Good Neighbour service is dependent on volunteers to deliver the service and more people are encouraged to join. All volunteers are trained and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checked.

They are also covered by public liability insurance.

If you have some spare time during the day and are interested in becoming a volunteer, or you want further information, please ring Dawn Jones POPP (Partnership of Older People’s Programme) champion on 07825 206052. A deputy coordinator and treasurer are also required.

John adds: “The volunteers who have been with us from the beginning say they love volunteering and get so much satisfaction in helping others. They are putting something back into the community.”

Similar services are also run in Wimborne and Corfe Mullen.

For more information ring Sue Reynolds POPP champion for Wimborne on 07760 769431

OPEN GARDEN

Lyn and Malcolm Ovens have been opening their garden at 357 Ringwood Road in Ferndown for the last 16 years.

They have raised more than £22,000 for the National Garden Scheme (NGS) during that time.

In 2015 the NGS gave £2,637,000 to charities including Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK, Parkinsons UK, to name a few.

Please come along and enjoy an afternoon in the garden, which will help the charities to continue their good work.

The garden will be open for the National Garden Scheme on Sunday July 3rd from 1.30pm till 5.00pm Wednesday July 20th from 2.00pm till 5.00pm Sunday August 14th from 1.30pm till 5.00pm Admission Adult £3.00 - Accompanied Children under 16 Free.

Large plant stall. Teas and our own Homemade Cakes are available.

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FERNDOWN: A DEMENTIA FRIENDLY TOWN

Dementia Friendly Town

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Saturday 18 June

a date for your diary!

Once again the Ferndown Rotary Club will be organising the annual Fete on the Field - one of the highlights of the Ferndown community calendar.

This fantastic and fun-filled day for all the family will be held at King George V Fields from 11am until 5pm.

Entrance is FREE All profits will go to local charities

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Please put the date in your diary and look out for more information on posters and in the local press as we get nearer the big day. We look forward to you joining us.

George Phillips, President of Ferndown Rotary Club

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The varied attractions will include: • Classic car show and drive-past • Musical entertainment from solo artists and groups • Model aeroplane flying displays • Novelty dog show • 10 and 5 kilometre runs will start and finish on the field • Dancing • Donkey rides • Magician • Local charity and craft stalls • Raptor flying displays • Fairground rides and stalls • Wide choice of refreshments or bring a picnic!

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To show your car for FREE, register in advance. An optional commemorative plaque will be available at ÂŁ2 each, or turn up on the day and pay ÂŁ2 inc. plaque.

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PUT ON YOUR RUNNING SHOES!

Ferndown 5K and 10K runs 18 June 2016

Following the success of last year’s Ferndown’s 10K inaugural run, this year there will be a 10K, 5K and a shorter run, probably around 1–2K

Route

The multi terrain 5 and 10K runs will be registered and classified with England Athletics and will take place on Ferndown roads and Ferndown Common.

All runs will start at King George V Playing Fields, BH22 9EN at 11.30am and are in conjunction with the annual Ferndown Fete on the Field. Registration will take place outside the pavilion – please register in good time. The fete starts at 11am, so there will be plenty of family entertainment available throughout the whole day.

Prizes for runners will be presented at 1.10pm in the main arena of the Fete on the Field.

The entry fee for 5 and 10K runs is £10.

To register please visit www.ferndown10k.co.uk or ring Cllr Harry Worth on 01202 895923, or 07597 662679 or email him at cllrworth@ferndown.gov.uk 18

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Summer Opening Hours at KGV Fields The evenings are lighter and, as per every year, the opening hours for King Georges Fields will revert to summer times from 1st April. Please note that due to the Charity’s risk of traveller incursion we will be operating the width restriction bollard:

Monday – Sunday 8am – 8pm in April (8.30pm May and 9pm June and July)

Any cars remaining in the Charity’s car park after closing time will be locked in and will not be able to be removed until the following morning. Please may we also take this opportunity to politely remind residents that the Charity’s car parking spaces within the gates are for those people using the facilities at King Georges fields. People visiting the Lower and Middle Schools for evening activities should park outside the gates to avoid being locked in after closing.

Pedestrian access to the fields will remain open 24 hours for those wishing to attend the evening sessions at Ferndown Tennis Club or merely walking the fields.

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Get your bloomers out for the best show in Ferndown!

It’s the time of year again when gardeners are busy planting and nurturing their favourite flowers in readiness to produce a glorious show in the summer If you have the knack of producing the wow factor, then make sure you enter Ferndown in Bloom 2016.

Held in association with Haskins, there are many prizes – and not all of them are for those with green fingers. So read on to find out if there is a class for you.

Best Front Garden – Ist prize £100 Haskins gift card and shield, 2nd £50 Haskins gift card, 3rd £25 Haskins gift card.

Best business, retail, commercial or public house – prize: half page business profile and photograph in 4Dorset (sponsored by MAGS4DORSET), worth £350.

Best small garden, patio or balcony (non-commercial) – 1st prize £50 Haskins gift card, 2nd £30 Haskins gift card, 3rd £20 Haskins gift card.

Best first time entrant (any category) – 1st prize £50 Haskins gift card, runner up £25 22

Haskins gift card.

All the above have a closing date of 4 July 2016.

Tallest Sunflower – prize: £50 Haskins gift card joint sponsored and judged by MAGS4DORSET. This is a great class for children as well as adults and makes gardening fun as well as exciting.

Remember to plant your seeds now before it’s too late. Feed and water well for the best chance of growing a monster.

Photography – 1st prize £50 Haskins gift card, 2nd £30 gift card, 3rd £20 Haskins gift card.

Theme is ‘A Floral Feature’ (This could be a flower bed, a beautiful hanging basket or a favourite rose).

Closing date for sunflowers and photography is 31 August.

There is also a schools competition running to celebrate the Queens’s 90th birthday also sponsored by Haskins.

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New Members Welcome Ferndown Tennis Club are based at King George V Playing fields Ferndown and are hoping to attract new members of all ages and abilities.

There is a mixer tennis session every Wednesday morning from 9.30am onwards available to adults. This is a good time to try before you buy.

Junior coaching for various age groups is on Saturday morning with coach Chris Biddle Under 8 years 9am–10am 9-10 years 10am–11am 11+ years 11am–12pm Adult group coaching Monday afternoon 2pm–3pm Thursday Mornings 10am–11.30am There is an active social side to the club with lunches arranged in local pubs and restaurants, walks and BBQs and Christmas dinners. Fees are kept to a minimum currently adults £100.00 per year and reductions for students and juniors.

We have the use of 4 courts for club sessions and arranged games.

The club has ladies, vets and mixed teams in the Dorset tennis leagues.

We have a web site to check details - please Google Ferndown Tennis Club.

ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE The recreation room at King George V Pavilion is available to hire from £8 per hour and includes the use of a kitchen. The room seats up to 30 people and is available for a variety of uses.

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Develop your skills with Citizens Advice Do you have some spare time on weekdays between 9.30am and 5pm?

Would you like to make a difference to your local community and help other people overcome their problems? If so, read on!

East Dorset Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) is looking for volunteers. You will need to be selfmotivated and able to give us one or two days per week. In return we will give you a supportive learning environment and experience of an advice giving service that is widely respected and valued.

After initial training you could be advising people on how to deal with their problems within two months.

For more details please phone 01202 857100 (answerphone out of hours) or Email: manager@eastdorsetcab.org.uk “Training for advice work gives you the satisfaction of helping others, by working with a friendly team, using and developing your life skills, and helping improve how society works” says Advice Manager Pat Temple. “This is your opportunity to find out more.”

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FERNDOWN FRIDAY MARKET

in full swing Report by Janine Pulford

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SOUTHERN MARKET TRADERS’ GREEN AND WHITE GAZEBOS ARE NOW A REGULAR SIGHT IN FERNDOWN EVERY FRIDAY. SO FAR THE STALLS HAVE BEEN LINING VICTORIA ROAD, BUT THAT SHOULD CHANGE SHORTLY. Organised by Ferndown Chamber of Commerce and Ferndown Town Council, the market was originally planned to go ahead in Penny’s Walk and according to the council and the president of the

chamber, James Edgar, it should switch location within the next few weeks when “agreements are finalised with the landowners.”

James added, “In general the market has been very well received by Thomas, Rebecca and Alexander

the local businesses and positively welcomed by the shoppers.”

Shoppers Jenny and Claire from Ferndown said, “We came to Ferndown to have a coffee and look round the market.”

Linda from West Parley said, “It seems good. It should bring more revenue to the town. It’s nice to see some clothes for sale in Ferndown.” Her children Thomas, Alexander (both 9) and Rebecca (aged 10) were busy trying on hats in the Easter holiday and Thomas said, “I think everyone should come and have a look.”

James Edgar added: “This is a very positive time for Ferndown. It’s really amazing to be able to say that Friday is no longer just the end of the week, but it’s now market day in Jenny and Claire Ferndown!”

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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 MAY

Tue

17th

7:00pm

TOWN COUNCIL AGM

Barrington Centre

Wed

18th

7:00pm

TOWN COUNCIL AGM

Barrington Centre

Thu

19th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Tue

23rd

7:00pm

KGV Management AGM

KGV Pavilion

JUN

Mon

6th

7:00pm

Personnel Committee

Barrington Centre

Thur

9th

7:00pm

Environment Committee

Barrington Centre KGV Pavilion

Mon

13th

7:00pm

KGV Sole Trustee

Mon

20th

7:00pm

KGV Management

KGV Pavilion

Thu

30th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

JUL

Mon

18th

7:00pm

Finance & GP Committee

Barrington Centre

Thu

21st

7:00pm

KGV Sole Trustee

KGV Pavilion

Mon

25th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

AUG

Mon

1st

7:00pm

TOWN COUNCIL

Barrington Centre

Mon

8th

7:00pm

Personnel Committee

Barrington Centre

Thu

11th

7:00pm

Planning Committee

Barrington Centre

Tue

15th

7:00pm

TOWN COUNCIL AGM

Barrington Centre

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

Her Majesty The Queen’s thBirthday Celebrations

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Her Majesty is celebrating her 90th birthday during 2016 with a range of national and local events

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erndown Town Council will be celebrating locally with a tea party for Ferndown residents reaching 90 during 2016. It takes place on Friday 10 June at the Orange Teapot 4pm-5.30pm, to coincide with the Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral, and a weekend of national events.

So if you know of someone, or you are that someone who is 90 in 2016, write, phone or email with your name and contact to let us know numbers

by Friday 20 May. There will be a few surprises to make the town centre event special, and formal Golden Invitations will arrive around 1 June.

Contact coordinator Cllr Steve Lugg, 34 Kingsway, Ferndown BH22 9QW, telephone 01202 872066 or email cllrsmlugg@rocketmail.com 28

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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

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

Cllr. D M J Andrews

27 Sherborne Drive, FERNDOWN, Dorset BH22 8HU

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

Tel: 01202 872066 Tel: 01202 949136

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 Twon 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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