Viewpoint August 2025

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Dear Readers!

This is a scary thing to do, so you must brace yourself.

You can check how long you have spent on your smart phone each day.

On an Android phone, open settings, navigate to Digital Wellbeing and parental controls, and on an iPhone, you also go to settings and tap on App & Website activity.

A survey by the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) discovered the stark detail that the average adult in Great Britain spends three hours and 21 minutes a day on their phone!

And I’m as guilty as anyone of going down digital ‘rabbit holes’.

The problem is that as soon as you click onto an amusing or supposedly educational clip, even more pop up. How many times do you need to view cute kittens, or clips from ‘Fawlty Towers’ or ‘Only Fools and Horses’?

The first smartphone was released for purchase in 1994; however, the phones that we are familiar with today didn’t appear until 2007. They aid our lives in so many positive ways, but they are also a constant distraction.

Scrolling on your phone is isolating, and there is a better use of your time, as our article on page 26 detailing adult education opportunities illustrates. Taking a class or joining an activity is sociable and provides such a bonus for the many people who now work from home or those who are retired and miss the buzz and connections of the workplace.

Many activities close for August, but September presents so many interesting and exciting opportunities for readers, so make sure you always peruse our listings for opportunities near you.

Marilyn Barber

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Have your say on Dorset’s landscape New games area for Ringwood

Local people have until 22 September to take part in a survey on the future of the Dorset National Landscape.

Dorset National Landscape (formerly known as the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) is one of 46 protected landscapes across the UK. To help keep it ‘outstanding’ for current and future generations, a management plan is created to celebrate what makes Dorset special, identify the challenges it faces, and guide future action. The last plan was published six years ago, and Dorset National Landscape are working on a new plan with refreshed priorities.

Dorset National Landscape covers over 40 per cent of Dorset, stretching from Lyme Regis in the west, along the coast to Poole Harbour in the east, and north to Hambledon Hill near Blandford Forum.

Tom Munro, Dorset National Landscape team leader, said: “What we want to know from local people is have we prioritised what matters most? Is there anything that we have missed, and have we addressed concerns for the future of your local landscape?”

People can take part in the survey online, pick up a paper copy at the local library, or request one directly from Dorset National Landscape. Visit the website to find out more and have your say: dorset-nl.org.uk.

A new multi-use games area (MUGA) offering tennis, football, basketball and netball facilities has opened at Ringwood’s Carvers Recreation Ground.

This new facility — installed on the site of the former tennis courts — has been supported by a generous grant from Veolia Environmental Trust and delivered by Ringwood Town Council.

It offers opportunities to play tennis, football, basketball, netball and more. The new courts can accommodate up to six groups at a time and are open to all ages.

The courts are at the back of the recreation ground and are completely free to use and open all day, every day, except during school term-time break and lunch sessions when Ringwood School pupils have exclusive access. The Clubhouse has balls available to borrow during opening times.

Alongside the new MUGA, there is new play equipment next to the courts.

Rae Frederick, chairperson of the Carvers Working Party, said: “These kinds of projects take real effort behind the scenes, and I want to thank everyone involved — including the members of the Working Party who helped pull together the successful bid to Veolia. It’s all been worth it to create something new for the town to enjoy.”

Colmer’s Hill sunset © James Loveridge/Dorset National Landscape

Dorset Council sacks 11 officers

Dorset Council has revealed that in September last year, 11 officers in the Place Assets & Regeneration Team were sacked due to concerns over lack of compliance with financial controls and increasing budget overspend between December 2022 and October 2024.

In November 2024, the council’s Monitoring Officer commissioned two critical investigations to be conducted by South West Audit Partnership.

The first investigation looked into the management of the council’s building health and safety compliance programme and identified systemic failures including: non-compliance with financial and procurement procedures; inadequate oversight of appointments and budget approvals; poor record-keeping and lack of transparency in contract awards; instances of potential conflicts of interest; and breaches of the council’s Code of Conduct.

A separate audit looked at contract and expenditure compliance.

Cllr Nick Ireland, leader of Dorset Council, said: “A robust action plan has since been developed, and a dedicated team is in place to drive the necessary improvements. It is essential that public funds are managed with the highest standards of integrity.”

Interim Chief Executive Sam Crowe said: “I acknowledge that councillors were not involved in the way they should have been at the time. This limited their ability to intervene or hold the organisation to account.”

The summary report can be found on dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/w/ health-and-safety-compliance-investigation-2025.

County Hall in Dorchester

Work starts on extending hospital car park

Report by Marilyn Barber. Photos © Viewpoint Magazine

The Friends of Victoria Hospital – which are celebrating 90 years since they were established – have purchased an acre of land adjacent to the hospital to increase car parking. The official groundbreaking ceremony was held recently, attended by the Mayor of Wimborne Minster, Cllr Jeff Hart, and staff from Dorset HealthCare and Woodmace Concrete Structures.

The project, which is fully funded by the Friends of Victoria Hospital, marks the start of an exciting new chapter

in the evolution of the hospital.

Work should be completed by January next year.

Local schools are to develop artwork which will be used on the site whilst work is in progress.

Former Wimborne rector dies

The Rev Canon David Price, who was rector of Wimborne Minster from 1986 until his retirement in 2001, has died.

Canon Price, who was born in Hampstead, was ordained a deacon in 1963 and priested the following year in Rochester Cathedral. He was appointed Rural Dean of Wimborne in

1988 and a Canon of Salisbury Cathedral in 1992. Canon Price was married to Frances who died a few years ago, and they had a daughter and a son. On retirement, David and his wife moved to Devon but returned to live in Merley a few years ago. His funeral service was held in Wimborne Minster.

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Support for veterans Care UK’s The Potteries, on York Road, Broadstone, is the first care home in Dorset to receive Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) status –certifying the enhanced care and support for veterans living at the home.

New industrial units

A proposal to demolish the property at 1 Cobham Road on the Ferndown Industrial Estate and to erect 26 industrial units has been approved by Dorset Council.

More than 60 people of all ages took part in Wimborne Rugby Club’s inaugural Walking Rugby Festival at Leigh Park on Saturday 12 July. Proceeds from the event will go to Wimborne food bank, the club’s charitable partner.

L-R: Eiri Jones, non-executive director of Dorset HealthCare Trust, Cllr Jeff Hart, mayor of Wimborne Minster and trustee of the Friends, Anne Salter, chairperson of the Friends, and Rachel Small, chief operating officer of Dorset HealthCare Trust

The mayor was eager to work the digger

Church to mark 1,300 years since saint’s death Fore! Golf day raises £3k for charity

Wimborne Minster Church is marking 31 August as it is the 1,300th anniversary of the death of St Cuthburga in AD 725. St Cuthburga founded her monastery in Wimborne, so this year also marks the 1,320th anniversary of the original foundation of the Minster. The preacher at the special 9.30am Parish Eucharist will be the Bishop of Salisbury, the Rt Rev Stephen Lake.

The date also marks the start of the Cuthburga Festival 2025. Several special events will be taking place during the month of September which will culminate with the Flower Festival entitled “The Delights of Dorset” from Friday 26 to Monday 29 September.

Flower clubs from across Dorset together with the Minster’s own flower arrangers will be taking part, and there will be over 60 tableaux and smaller arrangements. Advance tickets for the festival can be purchased from Carnival Flowers in Poole Road, or from the Parish Office in Church House on weekdays only except Wednesdays.

An annual charity Golf Day at Ferndown Forest Golf Club has raised £3,000 for Forest Holme Hospice Charity.

The cheque was delivered by Danny Fudge-Harman, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in 2013 at the age of 36.

The Golf Day, sponsored by Stonehaven Homes, was organised by Danny’s MND Mission and brought together 18 teams for a memorable event filled with golf, generosity, and community spirit.

Since his diagnosis, Fudge-Harman has become a passionate advocate for MND awareness and fundraising. Through his mission, he continues to raise money and awareness to support those affected by the disease.

Forest Holme Hospice Charity holds a deeply personal connection for Fudge-Harman, as it part-funds an MND co-ordinator who has provided holistic support and guidance to him and his family.

He said: “It means the world to me to see so many people come together not just for a day of golf, but to support the fight against MND. Forest Holme has been there for me and my family in ways I can never repay, so being able to give something back is incredibly important. This mission isn’t just about raising money — it’s about raising hope.”

Wimborne Minster was founded around AD 705

Danny Fudge-Harman delivering the donation to Forest Holme Hospice Charity

The Year 7 boys’ football team

Sporting success for Ferndown school

Pupils at Ferndown Middle School are excelling on the sports field.

In an impressive season, Year 7 boys’ football team won the county cup for the second year in a row, while Year 5 and 6 girls’ team were runners-up in their first ever county cup final.

The school achieved its School Games Gold Award for the third consecutive year and received an award from The Dorset County Football Association for its exceptional commitment to promoting girls’ football.

Head of PE Simon Higgins said: “It has been a tremendous year at the school with the boys’ Year 7 team defeating our opponents 2-1 in the county final.

“And our girls’ Years 5 and 6 team reached their first ever county final, and we all hope they go one further next year and win it.

“Girls’ football has become increasingly popular at the school –with England’s Lionesses inspiring them – and we want to get more of them involved.”

Rhonda Moore, CEO of Castleman Academy Trust, which Ferndown Middle School belongs to, said: “All our schools place an emphasis on extra-curricular activities.

“Sport is one that we excel at across the trust, and Ferndown Middle School has had an exceptional year.”

Choir to hit the high notes in Paris

Fordingbridge Musical Theatre Choir is heading for the stage at Disneyland Paris in June next year.

Established in September 2023, the choir has gone from strength to strength, performing as Gareth Malone’s backing choir at Lighthouse Poole last year and entertaining locals at events including D-Day and VE Day commemorations and the Fordingbridge Christmas lights switch on.

Director Olivia Sparkhall said: “We’re so excited about this incredible opportunity to perform at such a prestigious venue.”

Fordingbridge Musical Theatre Choir is part of a national network of SingSpace choirs which welcome everyone to take part. There are spaces in the choir for new people to join for the autumn term. New members are welcome to join the choir on tour next June.

To find out more about the choir, email olivia@singspacechoir.com or visit singspacechoir.com/fordingbridge.

The choir will perform in central Paris and in Disneyland

Wilton Carpets

By Julian Hewitt | Fordingbridge Museum

The town of Wilton was, in the late ninth century, the capital of Wessex and is thought to have given its name to Wiltshire, but today it is perhaps best known for the production of highquality carpets and rugs.

In the Middle Ages, the town was a centre for the wool trade. In 1699, William III granted a charter to the Clothiers and Weavers Guild. This was to reduce the impact of foreign competition and encourage the British weaving industry. Weavers from Harnham, Laverstock and Fisherton joined the guild, and entry was encouraged through apprenticeships.

In 1710, the first weaving factory was established near the town square, helped by Huguenot refugees from the Low Country. The weavers were given a boost when the ninth Earl of Pembroke, whose country seat was Wilton House, had come back from travelling in Flanders and France and was inspired by what he had seen of the manufacturing of carpets. He managed to smuggle Huguenot workers out of France to share their skills with the local weavers.

In 1741, it was a Huguenot, Anthony Defosse, who

patented a Wilton loom which enabled the cut-and-loop method of carpet production. This is still known as the Wilton weave today. In 1835, the present Wilton factory site was purchased and the production of hand-knotted Axminster carpets built their reputation for top quality carpets.

The factory site was established on an ideal site near the Rivers Nadder and Wylye which provided water for the manufacturing process. William Morris, textile designer, poet, writer and artist associated with the British arts and crafts movement, commissioned carpets from the company in the 1870s.

In the 1920s and 1930s, 216 people were employed at the main site at Wilton and branches in Mere, Tisbury, Downton and Fordingbridge. A total of 155 employees were female, and 124 were hand weavers working on Axminster looms. They worked from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, as well as Saturday mornings. They had an hour for lunch and 15 minutes for a tea break in the afternoon. Hand weavers could earn 1s 7d (8p) for hand tying 3,600 knots. A good weaver could

earn sixteen shillings (75p) a week which was a good wage for the times. An apprentice was paid ten shillings (50p) a week for sixth months. The Fordingbridge branch was in Back Street (now West Street) and produced luxury carpets including those for the ocean liner the Queen Mary.

During the Second World War, carpet production briefly ceased. The factory was used for the production of tenting, tarpaulin, and kit bag material. The dye houses were used for washing blankets. After the war, the market for luxury hand-knotted carpets collapsed, and the branches — including Fordingbridge — were shut down.

Since the beginning of the 20th century, the fortunes of the factory have fluctuated, characterised by takeovers, closures and rescue attempts.

In 1995, part of the factory site was developed as a shopping village, and in 2016, an investment was made in Belgian high-speed looms which reduced waste and saved manufacturing time. The carpets still have a reputation for strength and durability, making them ideal for areas of high traffic such as airlines, trains and hotels. In 2024, Wilton Carpets took back control of the whole site. It is one of the oldest industrial sites in the UK still in use. A large part of the site is being refurbished, with plans for a range of uses including offices, a gym, and retail outlets with local traders. It is marvellous to think that the company is still providing top quality, durable carpets for hotels, bars, casinos, clubs, cruise ships and homes in the UK and all over the world.

Column by Fordingbridge Museum is sponsored by Adrian Dowding

…and how it looked in the past

The Wilton Carpet factory and courtyard today…

Plastic fantastic! Local shop saves 100,000 containers from landfill

A shop in Fordingbridge has saved more than 100,000 plastic containers from going to landfill since it opened in May 2022.

The Green Gram offers refills of food, cleaning products, and toiletries. It has seen a surge in community support and awareness, with customers increasingly choosing to shop plastic-free.

Manager Jo Anderson said: “We’re thrilled to have reached this incredible milestone. It’s a testament to the commitment of our customers and volunteers who are helping us make a real difference.”

The Green Gram is calling for new volunteers to join its growing team.

Wendy Reid, outreach co-ordinator, said: “We’re always looking for passionate people who want to make a difference. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or just want to get involved in your community, we’d love to hear from you. Volunteering with us is rewarding, fun and a great way to meet like-minded people.”

The shop is volunteer-run and operates as a Community Benefit Society. Volunteers help with everything from serving customers and restocking to outreach and events.

If you’re interested in volunteering or want to learn more about The Green Gram, visit thegreengram.org, or email team@ thegreengram.org.

River Avon water quality rated ‘poor’

With summer temperatures soaring, many people in the Fordingbridge area may be tempted to take a cooling dip in the River Avon next to Fordingbridge Recreation Grounds.

However, the Environment Agency is telling people not to use this popular bathing area, rating the water quality as ‘poor’.

Having conducted 20 tests between 1 May and 7 June, the agency continues to deem the water quality as poor and advises against swimming.

According to the agency, there are several sources of water pollution upstream of Fordingbridge, and several sewage treatment works discharge treated effluent into the river upstream of the bathing water area. Storm overflows and run-off from urban and farm land are also contributing to the poor water quality.

So perhaps think twice before diving in.

Shop volunteers Tania, Mark and Ann

The bathing area by Fordingbridge Recreation Grounds

Full steam ahead for the Rustic Fayre

By Louisa Hiscock, Verwood Rotary Club

The new Rotary year started in July and our club was delighted to welcome Roger Sweet as our new president for 2025/2026. Roger has chosen the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance as his charity, and we look forward to sharing more details about fundraising events for this soon.

Outgoing President Peter Campbell had chosen the Helix Centre in Verwood as his charity, and some club members really enjoyed visiting

the centre recently to present a cheque for £1,568. The centre is looking forward to putting this towards holiday activities.

This month, everyone is focused on our upcoming Rustic Fayre on August Bank Holiday Monday at Potterne Park. We are really looking forward to hosting this great family event in Verwood for the local community again.

All the old favourites and new attractions will be there.

This includes a variety of acts in the arena throughout the afternoon to sit and enjoy or take part in, such as a sheepdog display with ducks, a taekwondo show, and terrier racing. You will also find a wide range of stalls, live musical performances, crafts, children’s activities,

a beer tent and food stalls.

The popular classic cars display will be there to wander round, and later in the afternoon you can watch the hotly contested duck race set off, with the opportunity to buy your own duck to take part. Please put the date in your diary and we will see you there!

Club members visiting the Helix Centre to present a cheque

Drum band at Rustic Fayre 2024 © Derek Maidment

A bird of prey at last year’s Rustic Fayre © Keith Maidment

Verwood businesses celebrated with awards show Blooming victory

Several local businesses attended Verwood’s first ever Business Awards, which took place at The Hub at a lunchtime ceremony on 3 June.

Organised by Marketing West, the event was a celebration of the town’s businesses.

Lynwood Vets claimed

the award for Overall Best Business, as well as gold for Best Customer Service.

In the Best Independent Business category, Castleman Estate won gold while The ShutterShack was awarded silver.

Solicitors Harold G Walker won gold for Best

Place to Work while RFM Windows won silver in this category, and Flash Gordon Removals was awarded gold for Best Family Business. Other winners to receive recognition included Home Instead, Aroma Café and Forest FM.

Verwood Town Council revealed in early July that the winner of the annual Verwood in Bloom flower display competition was Jackie Edwards. Her victory was announced by the town crier on Friday 4 July.

The owner of The ShutterShack, right, won silver for Best Independent Business

Starry Skies

By Mark Hardaker FRAS

Lay back in your deckchair and gaze up at the stars on a sultry August night, maybe with a glass of wine in hand. Now imagine yourself back a few thousand years, gathered around the campfire and swapping tales of the day’s adventure. When the day is done, you turn their attention to those bright twinkling objects in the sky.

Ancient peoples had no idea what they were looking at. “That’s a lion!” says your friend, remembering the day’s close encounter. “That one’s a mighty hunter, like you,” says another. Over time, these campfire tales evolved into myths, involving the animals, gods, heroes and enemies of our ancestors. These shapes and patterns in the sky and their associated tales were passed down from generation to generation, until they eventually became the constellations we know today.

The August skies are dominated by three bright stars high up in the south at midnight which form a pattern well known to ancient man. This is the Summer Triangle. See if you can find them tonight.

Almost overhead, you cannot miss the brilliant blue-white star Vega, in the constellation of Lyra, the lyre. This is one of our nearest neighbours in space, only 25 light years away. To its left and slightly lower in the sky, you will find Deneb, in the constellation of Cygnus, the swan. This is another bright white star, slightly fainter than Vega. However, Deneb is much farther away — perhaps 2,500 light years away from us — but blazes with

No place for drugs

By David Sidwick | Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner

Recently, the latest round of Operation Scorpion took place in Dorset, tackling the harm that illegal drugs networks cause to our communities. Working across the South West in collaboration with four other police forces — Devon and Cornwall, Avon and Somerset, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire — along with their PCCs, South West Regional Organised Crime Unit and British Transport Police, Operation Scorpion harnesses the collective powers of each organisation, making the region a hostile environment for drug-related crime by dismantling drug networks and protecting vulnerable people from this destructive criminality. In this latest round of action — the 12th since Scorpion began in 2021 — 120 Dorset Police officers and staff were involved in activities across our county, carrying out eight warrants, permanently closing two county lines, arresting 24 people and seizing more than £20,000 of Class A and B drugs, along with £25,000 of cash, three vehicles and weapons including zombie knives, machetes, flick knives and knuckledusters. I was able to witness some of this tough enforcement first hand and welcome the difference this robust approach makes, both to our communities and feelings of safety, and to confidence in policing. This is why, when I became PCC, I was determined to put tackling illegal drugs front and centre of my Police and Crime Plan. I understand the concern the public have over illegal drugs and the impact they have on our communities, and I know how much tough enforcement is welcomed when it comes to tackling the harm these despicable drug networks cause. From carrying out warrants, removing drugs, cash and weapons from the streets, ensuring people including children are protected, and working with partners and other sectors to ensure powerful intervention

an immense ferocity to be so bright in our skies.

To complete the triangle, look below Vega and Deneb to find Altair, in the constellation of Aquila, the eagle. Together these three stars make a prominent isosceles triangle in the sky, visible from mid spring until late autumn.

While you enjoy your drink, try and imagine yourself back 2,500 years in time, to when the light from Deneb left the star to head our way. Our ancestors must have gazed up at these same stars, in roughly the same place as they are today, and wondered what they really were.

Today, we think we know.

If you’d like to learn more about astronomy, tune in to Forest FM’s ‘Starry Skies’ magazine programme at 6.30pm on the first Wednesday of every month.

Mark Hardaker is an amateur astronomer and treasurer of Fordingbridge Astronomers. The club has an observatory in the international dark sky reserve at Cranborne Chase and provides astronomy outreach events for scouts, guides, youth groups and other organisations on request.

and education is in place, Scorpion is a key component of our fight against these illicit and dangerous substances.

This latest round focused on ‘the enablers’ and those who exploit children, pulling them into these drug networks. The model of county lines may be ever-changing, but something which remains the same is the exploitation of young people with those of a younger age being recruited as drug runners. That’s why we must balance robust enforcement action with strong partnership work to intervene and educate.

I was pleased to see some powerful work on this during Scorpion, with officers working with hotels, taxi and private hire companies and postal operators to raise awareness of the signs of exploitation and encourage them to report any concerns. Work was also carried out with young people and schools to educate them around the risks associated with illegal vapes. This is vital as we know criminal gangs are recruiting young people to sell these products.

Shining a light on the despicable activities of these networks and putting a stop to the harm they cause to the people of Dorset remains a top priority. I will not shy away from my tough stance on illegal drugs; I know this approach is working and that’s why alongside Dorset Police I will continue to do all I can to ensure Dorset — one of the safest places in the country — remains no place for drugs.

The PCC attended an Operation Scorpion enforcement action © Dorset Police

The Summer Triangle of constellations © Vito Technology Inc

the Year

Make a pledge to help Dorset families facing cancer

By Eve Went, co-founder of Dorset Cancer Care Foundation

Whether walking, running, cycling, or abseiling, anyone who fundraises for the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF) knows they are enabling us to send money directly to Dorset people when they need it most, helping them pay for items such as household bills, accommodation, transport costs, and much-needed respite breaks.

When Jack Miller’s father Ian was diagnosed with cancer, he decided he wanted to challenge himself, both to show his support for his dad and to support the work of the DCCF.

Jack, from Ringwood, pledged to run 100km in just one day — and on 21 June he did just that.

Battling extreme temperatures, Jack ran all the way from Lyndhurst in Hampshire to Poole Park. At the time of writing, he has so far raised an incredible £3,565 for our charity.

Similarly, Poole teacher Sammy Bumford is a long-term supporter of the DCCF and on 28 June she showed the ‘heights’ of that commitment by abseiling 100m down the Spinnaker Tower in

Portsmouth, raising £456 for the charity.

Of course, you don’t have to be a thrill seeker to make a pledge for the DCCF.

Whether you hold a coffee morning with your friends, walk your dog 50 miles in a month, or sign up to compete for us in a local, regional, or national event, we would love to hear from you.

We may even be able to assist on the day or help you set up an online fundraising page.

Visit dccf.co.uk for more pledge ideas, information on how we can help, and to get involved.

Sammy Bumford abseiled down Spinnaker Tower

Jack Miller ran 100km in one day for his dad, Ian

TV chef serves up praise for food charity

A celebrity chef and restaurateur dished up congratulations for a local cooking charity which has helped more than 10,000 children and adults to learn healthy cooking skills in the last 12 months.

Nicholas Balfe co-owns HOLM restaurant near Crewkerne, was a finalist in the BBC’s ‘Great British Menu’ and has appeared on Channel 4’s ‘Sunday Brunch’.

He recently attended The Friendly Food Club’s end-of-year celebration at Moreton Village Hall, near Dorchester. The Friendly Food Club is a charity that promotes healthy, affordable cooking.

Balfe told guests: “My dad Chris, who is the proud chair of this charity, is a baker, and my mum is also an excellent cook. So, food has always been part of my vocabulary.

“It’s great to see The Friendly Food Club doing such fantastic work in connecting people and Dorset communities through healthy food, and I am very pleased to be

here today to celebrate that.”

Thanks to National Lottery funding, The Friendly Food Club was able to offer even more free healthy cooking sessions in 2024. Over the past year, the charity’s tutors and volunteers delivered 456 events, reaching 10,887 people and resulting in 27,000 healthy meals being eaten or taken home.

To learn more about the charity or to get involved, visit thefriendlyfoodclub.org.

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Chef Nicholas Balfe (centre) with The Friendly Food Club

Planning permission granted for Corfe Mullen hospice

Corfe Mullen-based Julia’s House has been granted planning permission for a small extension so it can provide additional space and facilities to meet the growing need for its specialist care.

Due to start in September, the building works will extend the hospice’s end-of-life Mermaid Suite and improve facilities in other areas of the building. Julia’s House was behind the recent Great Tail Trail across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, which featured giant mermaid tails specially chosen to represent the Mermaid Suite.

The extension will provide a private entrance to the Mermaid Suite. In addition, the second floor of the hospice will be improved to feature a larger bathroom with a more easily accessible bath and specialist equipment enabling access between the bathroom and bedroom. The entrance to the hospice will also be improved with a new external ramp leading up to the main front door.

Hospice care will be located in the community while the building works take place. It is anticipated the extension will be completed by early 2026.

Boys’ Treasured Toys cars and participants © Spencer Mulholland

Drivers raise over £17k for Salisbury charity

Classic and modern vehicles including Humbers, Morris Minors, Porsches, Maseratis, Ferraris, Morgans, and vintage Land Rovers took part in a charity drive around Wiltshire on Tuesday 24 June to raise money for the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity. Around 200 people in 80 cars donated to take part in the annual Boys’ Treasured Toys road run, raising over £17,000.

The 100-mile route took drivers from Wilton House to Urchfont where guests were hosted at the private home of Martin and Sally Bodman, before finishing at Gurston Down Hill Climb by kind permission of the Hitchings family. Here they enjoyed a cream tea and an exclusive opportunity to experience driving their cars up the famous hill climb course. Drivers of older cars had the opportunity to take a shorter route.

This was the eighth year the event has been held, bringing the grand total raised for the Stars Appeal to £60,000. The money will help to fund Stars Appeal projects across Salisbury Hospital including new equipment, building enhancements, and support for patients.

The event was organised by Louise Hall, Matthew Pickford and Nick Combes. Lead organiser and Stars Appeal fundraising committee member Louise Hall said: “It was such an incredible day that really had the wow factor. We visited fantastic venues, and everyone made so many memories that they won’t forget in a hurry. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the event for your amazing generosity.”

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New Forest volunteers needed

Do you have spare time to befriend an older person in your local area? If so, you could help a New Forest charity which needs new volunteers for its befriending service

Helping Older People (HOPe) New Forest is dedicated to improving the wellbeing of older people in the area. It offers a befriending service to tackle loneliness and social isolation.

HOPe’s Support Associate Laura Davy said: “As we age, it is no fault of our own when disability and illness can have such an effect on us. Brenda found she felt very alone when she had to give up driving. That wasn’t all she had given up. Her independence and confidence had gone too.

“But befriending has changed her life, giving her comfort, support and friendship.”

Help HOPe to help more people like Brenda live out their years with a newfound confidence. Visit hopenewforest.org or call 01425 629 009.

Local farmer donates £8,800 in wife’s memory

A farmer has made a generous donation to University Hospitals Dorset’s (UHD) Radiotherapy services in honour of his late wife.

Philip Trim gave £8,800 to the NHS service in memory of Jane, who was cared for by UHD after she was diagnosed with lung cancer.

Trim described his late wife as a “hardworking cattle girl” who travelled up and down the country to attend shows and showcase her top-bred Charolais cattle. Her father was the village GP in Corfe Castle, and so she was determined to use the NHS system to support her during her journey with cancer.

The farmer recalled how Jane was impressed with the quality of service she received and how UHD “pulled out all the stops to make sure Jane received all the care she needed” before she passed away in 2018.

Trim said: “Our son Ben and I wanted to do something to give back to the Radiotherapy team at Poole Hospital by way of thanks, and for them to recognise that we as a family appreciated everything they had done for Jane. We wanted other families to benefit like we did, and we wanted to give a little something back to help others going through similar circumstances.”

Since his wife’s death, the farmer, his family and his business, Philip Trim Contractors, have raised over £80,000 for UHD NHS Charity, specifically the Radiotherapy department at Poole Hospital.

The money will be used to enhance the radiotherapy services at Poole Hospital, providing comfort and cutting-edge care to patients undergoing treatment, above and beyond what standard NHS funding can cover.

McLaren driver takes ‘pole position’ at cancer charity

A Poole-based race car driver for McLaren has become a patron for the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF), this publication’s charity of the year.

Formula E driver Sam Bird, 38, is a long-standing supporter and ambassador of the charity, which provides financial assistance to families facing hardship because of a cancer diagnosis.

Bird joins fellow DCCF patrons Jeff Mostyn and Harry Redknapp.

He said: “I first became aware of the work of the DCCF through my mother Diane, who is a trustee of the charity, and supporting its events has grown to become an important part of my life here in Dorset.

“Through the DCCF, I have met many people struggling to cope with the dual pressures of a cancer diagnosis and financial hardship. I have also seen how hard this small but very passionate charity works to take away some of that pressure, and the huge difference that makes to peoples’ lives.

“I am honoured to accept the position of DCCF patron, and the opportunity to raise awareness and funds for its work supporting local families living in the shadow of cancer.”

To find out more about the charity, visit www.dccf.co.uk.

Formula E driver Sam Bird

Philip Trim, centre, made the donation to UHD

Pets in need of a forever home

A local animal charity, Waggy Tails Rescue, has said that it is receiving requests every day to take in dogs. Can you help by offering a forever home to any of these pooches or furry friends?

Pictured here are just a few of the rescue centre’s animals that are looking for a new family to live with and love.

If you’re not able to adopt just yet, there are other ways you can help the charity. Waggy Tails Rescue organises several events and regular fundraisers. There’s the quiz night on the first Saturday of each month at Homelands Hall, Kings Avenue, Christchurch, BH23 1NA, starting at 6.45pm. Waggy Tails also runs a handmade card stall every Friday as part of the Craft Fair at Druit Hall in Christchurch, and a charity stall at The Spire in Poole High Street on the last Saturday of the month.

Here are some more dates for your diary. Details will be posted on the charity’s website closer to the time:

7 September | Garden party

13 September | Annual dog show at The True Lovers Knot in Tarrant Keyneston

19 October | Charity auction at the Hamworthy Club

If you are able to offer any of these animals a home, contact Waggy Tails Rescue on 01202 875000, email admin@waggytails.org.uk or visit the website: waggytails.org.uk.

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Pick up East Dorset Heritage Trust’s packed new programme

East Dorset Heritage Trust at Allendale House in Wimborne Minster have just put the finishing touches to their new programme of events and courses and would love for you to get involved.

Do you fancy doing something different this autumn? There are lots of interesting things to do, so why not have a look?

They offer a programme of talks on a wide range of topics, including historical events or murders, pantomimes, handbags or local history — they have got the lot.

There are coach trips to stately homes or visits to places of interest too.

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Adult learning opportunities for the autumn

By Marilyn Barber | newseditor@dorsetview.co.uk

Two very famous people made poignant comments about lifelong learning.

Mahatma Gandhi said: “Learn as if you were to live forever.” Albert Einstein stated: “Once you stop learning, you start dying.”

Classes for just about everything are available locally.

The University of the Third Age (u3a) have groups throughout our circulation area. These self-managed learning groups for older people provide opportunities for members to learn new skills, share knowledge, and socialise in a relaxed environment, with no exams or qualifications required. Membership is open to anyone who is no longer in full-time work.

It is simply learning for fun.

There are 16 u3a groups in Dorset, including Bournemouth, Christchurch, Ferndown, Poole, Verwood and Wimborne, plus Ringwood in Hampshire.

Just log onto u3a.org.uk to find details.

Founded in 1903, the Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) provides adult education in several local venues, with classes including arts and crafts, language and culture, and humanities and science. For details, visit wea.org.uk.

In addition to running afternoon talks, workshops and coach trips throughout the year, East Dorset Heritage Trust at Allendale House offers language courses in French, Italian and Spanish. There is also a painting class, the chance to try your hand at pottery, as well as courses in writing and literature. Oneto-one computer tuition is also available, plus one-day creative workshops.

A programme providing all the details is available from Allendale House, or you can see an online version on edht.org.uk.

The Allendale Centre in Wimborne also offers local people the chance to learn about arts-related topics at the monthly meetings of the Arts Society of Wimborne and Blandford, and if you would like something musical, there is the chance to learn to play the guitar.

Greyfriars Community Centre in Ringwood has drawing and painting classes, a bridge class, a music study group and Italian for beginners.

And don’t forget your local library, as they offer a variety of learning opportunities including help with IT and regular reading groups.

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Triumphant return for PEDAL CAR RACE

A total of 25 teams put the pedal to the metal at the British Pedal Car Grand Prix in Ringwood on Sunday 13 July.

Despite searing hot temperatures, huge crowds gathered for the return of this epic event, which was cancelled last year at late notice.

The teams raced around the streets of Ringwood in

homemade pedal cars for two hours, aiming to complete as many laps as possible. The winning team was racing duo The Polton Boys from Royce UK, who tallied up 63 laps with an overall time of 1:58:36.6. Second-place team Peletony Racing also managed to complete 63 laps, but with an overall time of 1:59:51.5.

Two junior teams also took part. The fastest youth squad were Inferno Team, made up of Fire Cadets led by members of Ringwood Fire Station, who clocked up a total of 51 laps –equivalent to almost 50km.

The popular race was organised by Ringwood & District Round Table to raise money for Macmillan Caring Locally. The organisers said well done to every team that took part and added: “Not only did they battle their way through two hours of 30-degree heat, but they also clocked up some amazing lap totals.”

The Mayor of Ringwood, Cllr Rae Frederick, said: “The Pedal Car Grand Prix is a fantastic event for Ringwood and a real highlight of the summer. We’re incredibly fortunate to have Ringwood Round Table, who do a brilliant job organising it. Their hard work and enthusiasm are what make the event one of the most exciting and wellloved in our town’s calendar.

“Although the event isn’t run by the town council, we’re proud to support it and delighted to see the community come together to enjoy such a fun and unique day. It brings energy, excitement, and a wonderful sense of local spirit to Ringwood.”

Drivers navigated tight turns © Charly Keith Neck-and-neck racing action © Steph Mills

Winning team The Polton Boys © Steph Mills Highlights from the race © Steph Mills

School goes for gold with sustainable sports day idea

Sports day is the highlight of the year for many schoolchildren, and one local school has raced ahead of the competition to come up with a way to make the annual event more eco-friendly.

In past years, parents at Ringwood Infant School have bought new coloured t-shirts for their children to wear during sports day, but these shirts might only be worn once. The school wanted a reusable solution instead, so set about getting funding and help to make new reusable, sustainable sports bibs.

Thanks to a grant from Ringwood Town Council, the school purchased fabric from Ringwood Fabrics, and then the Make, Do and Mend team at Ringwood Actions for Climate Emergency (RACE) stepped in to make the bibs. The team made 300 coloured bibs and used old marquee fabric to create individual bags with the classes’ names on for storage.

Kirsty Shutler from Friends of Ringwood Infant School said: “Following on from our sustainable approach, we were wanting to achieve a reduction of fast fashion. Instead of parents having to provide a t-shirt in the right colour that might only be worn once, we now have reusable bibs that will be used for years to come.

“I had many comments on the day from parents and teachers saying how great they looked and much how much easier it was with one less thing to worry about at what is always a busy time of the year for parents.

“It was impactful seeing all the children in a uniform colour, whereas previously it’s been a mishmash of shades. We are so grateful and proud of what we’ve been able to achieve together as a community.”

Jailed shoplifter banned from Ringwood shops

Not only has a Ringwood man been jailed for assault and shoplifting in the town, he has also been banned from multiple stores across Hampshire as part of a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).

Quincy Rufus Digby Hopkins, 27, of Queens Way, was handed the order at Southampton Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 16 July.

As part of the CBO, Hopkins must not enter any Tesco, Co-op or Iceland in Hampshire or Windmill Service Station, Forest Edge Filling Station and Central Stores in Ringwood.

He must also not enter any retail or business premises from which he has been banned. Hopkins must leave any store, or business premises, immediately when asked to do so by a member of staff. If he fails to comply with the conditions of the CBO, he risks being arrested and further prosecuted.

Hopkins was imprisoned for 10 weeks on Wednesday 25 June after pleading guilty to theft and assault on a member of staff at Tesco Express, Butlers Lane shortly before 11pm on Sunday 22 June. As well as spending time behind bars, Hopkins was ordered to pay £125 in compensation.

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July, Ringwood Rotary Club gathered at The Lantern Café to say thank you to outgoing Club President Maddy Phillips and a loud welcome to new Club President Paul Kneller. Pictured is Phillips handing over the role to Kneller. He has chosen Batten Fighters Forever as the charity that the club will support during his presidential year. It is a Ringwood-based charity dedicated to supporting families who have children affected by Battens Disease, a life-limiting genetic condition.

New festival celebrates the New Forest

Report by Luke Graham. Photos © Viewpoint Magazine

More than 500 people attended the first New Forest Thrive festival on Sunday 6 July at Carvers Recreation Ground in Ringwood.

Organised by the New Forest National Park Authority, the free event aimed to celebrate the Forest’s wildlife and communities and inspire community-led action to tackle the nature and climate emergencies.

Visitors were able to try out the bikes belonging to PEDALL New Forest Inclusive Cycling, join a drum circle led by African Activities, take part in wild play run by rangers from the National Park Authority, or help build a bug hotel.

Local organisations including The Parks Foundation, Ringwood Against Climate Emergency, Freshwater Habitats Trust, and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust all had stalls to provide information about nature projects or ways to help the environment.

Meanwhile, Southampton-based youth arts group Theatre for Life performed a preview of a new play called ‘Bringing the Outside In’.

The New Forest Thrive festival is supported as part of the YouCAN (Youth for Climate and Nature) scheme. The organisers said July’s event is part of a trial run for a bigger event to be held in the future.

Claire Pearce, youth development officer at New Forest National Park Authority, said: “We’re halfway through the project, and we’re going to hopefully have a bigger festival next year to celebrate some of the work that’s been going on.

“YouCAN is all about getting young people involved in nature and climate and having their voice heard. They’re the custodians of the New Forest in the future, so it’s all about giving them different ways to engage with the forest.”

Ringwood Town Council’s Cllr Mary DeBoos said: “I had a wonderful day at New Forest Thrive. It was great to see so many families enjoying the information and activities on offer at the event, and it was a real opportunity to connect with nature and learn more about the conservation and green groups in the area.”

Children enjoyed the wild play activities

L-R: Claire Pearce, Georgia Staszynska from Freshwater Habitats Trust, New Forest Youth Board member Honor Burgess, Junior Ranger Maia, the Mayor of Ringwood, Cllr Rae Frederick, and Will Bowskill from The Parks Foundation The new bug hotel

African Activities led drumming sessions

Several of the event organisers dressed up for the day

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That’s the way to do it!

Puppeteer

and panto dame Jamie Riding appears on the podcast

Episode 11 of Your Voice | Dorset Podcast is a must-listen, as it featured the hilarious local performer Jamie Riding (as well as a cameo from Mr Punch).

The 25-year-old is a versatile and talented actor, impressionist, and even a magician. Last year, Jamie delighted audiences with his performance as Francis, the main character in ‘One Man, Two Guvnors’ — a role famously portrayed by James Corden. During the summer months, he can be seen performing Punch and Judy shows at festivals and events across the country, while in the winter he plays a pantomime dame at the Weymouth Pavilion. He is a home-grown talent, having grown up in Ferndown and trained at the Jellicoe Theatre in Bournemouth and at Poole College.

But things have not been easy for Jamie. On the podcast, he talked candidly about having Asperger’s Syndrome, a form of autism, and how it impacted him at a young age.

“Some of the difficulties that I had were live theatre and noise,” recalls Jamie. “When I used to see shows,

I’d last only five minutes.”

But seeing a performance by the children’s entertainer

Dave Benson Philips at Bournemouth International Centre and later a pantomime at the Pavilion helped to ignite a love of performing.

“I thought ‘This is something quite special. There’s something amazing about this.’ From there, I went to drama clubs and did shows at school and then saw my first Punch and Judy show when I was 12 years old in Bournemouth Gardens. I thought ‘That’s what I want to do,’ and ever since then I’ve been living my dream.”

After that performance, Jamie became passionate about puppeteering. He has been performing Punch and Judy shows for over a decade and talked at length about the legacy of Mr Punch.

“Punch and Judy always has to move with the times, that’s why it’s lasted as long as it has. Mr Punch is 363 years old this year, first seen in Covent Garden in 1662 – that’s how much of a nerd I am – but it’s something so special. It evolves with the times, and I always try

and keep my show topical.”

Jamie brought in one of his puppets and his ‘swazzle’, a tool used by Punch and Judy performers to create Mr Punch’s iconic high-pitched voice. We asked Mr Punch what it’s like working with Jamie?

“Oh dear. He’s awful,” reveals the puppet. “I can’t stand him. He smells!”

Jamie first acted in a pantomime at 17 years old. He later played his first dame in ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ in Essex, alongside none other than Dave Benson Philips –the man who had inspired him to get into the industry.

Jamie is now the resident dame for the Weymouth Pavilion panto, helping to write jokes for the script as well as acting. This winter will be his third pantomime with the theatre, performing in ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’.

“I’m very excited. It’s one of my favourite titles, mainly because the dame is actually featured in the story and isn’t shoehorned in, like in other shows!”

He even has his own catchphrase. Whenever his dame character comes on

stage, he asks the audience “How do I look?” and they shout back “GAWGEOUS.”

“Panto is magic,” Jamie added. “For most children, it’s the first time ever going to the theatre, and if you capture their love of theatre at a young age, you’ve got an audience goer for life.”

As a pantomime star, Jamie has amassed a huge collection of costumes and wigs. Among his wardrobe are the costumes once worn by the late John Inman, star of BBC’s ‘Are You Being Served?’ and a legendary pantomime dame.

During the recording, Jamie showed off just some of his skills, including his talent for hilarious impressions of celebrities such as Donald Trump and Alan Carr, and performed some magic tricks for the podcast team. To hear more of this laughout-loud interview, visit our website or YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dorset_view. Or search Your Voice | Dorset Podcast on your preferred podcast provider. And make sure to catch Jamie in ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ at the Weymouth Pavilion this winter.

Jamie Riding with Mr Punch

Jamie performs across the country

Panto dame Mrs Smee

Jamie performed with Tony Rudd from ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ in last year’s panto

Music duo to Wake Up Little Wimborne

By Marilyn Barber | newseditor@dorsetview.co.uk

The Bird Dogs will bring the music of The Everly Brothers to the Tivoli this September

Famous for such catchy numbers as ‘Wake Up Little Susie’ and ‘Cathy’s Clown’, American duo The Everly Brothers hit the charts in the late 1950s and 1960s. Much like the Gallagher brothers from Oasis, Don and Phil Everly were to fall out, only to re-unite for a concert years later in 1983.

Don and Phil have now died, but their music lives on, with two other brothers — Oliver and Max Hoare — bringing their music to the Tivoli Theatre on Sunday 14 September.

Calling themselves The Bird Dogs after one of the Everly’s hits, the brothers — who are both songwriters and singers — chatted to this magazine ahead of their upcoming concert.

This is the third time the duo has visited the Tivoli, and they said they were really looking forward to it. They will be going on tour next year.

Older brother Max, 40, said: “Some years ago, I was appearing as Phil Everly in something called ‘The Concert They Never Gave’ with other performers who were portraying artists such as Roy Orbison and Del

Shannon. I realised then that an Everly Brothers concert was something I wanted to make happen, and we started The Bird Dogs five years ago.”

In the past, the brothers have written and performed their own music and been featured on BBC Introducing, the BBC Welsh A-List and played on Radio 2, as well as at festivals including Bestival, and venues such as St David’s Hall in Cardiff and The Royal Albert Hall in London.

38-year-old Oliver has previously appeared in the West End as Dave Davies in The Kinks musical ‘Sunny Afternoon’, while Max was in the BBC series ‘All Together Now’ where he appeared as a judge with Geri HalliwellHorner and Rob Beckett.

Oliver said: “The music of The Everly Brothers influenced a lot of bands that came later, such as The Beatles, Blur, and Simon and Garfunkel.

“People enjoy our concerts as it helps them to relive a little of their youth, and we had one person who had even played with Don Everly. However, younger people come too, and we have whole families in the audience.”

The brothers have performed all over the world, including in Alaska, Hawaii and Stockholm, plus on cruise ships.

Max said: “We didn’t want to create a cheesy tribute show. However, we are a celebration of the Everlys, and so sound like them with their soaring harmonies.”

Oliver and Max will be appearing with a four-piece band of professional musicians. Tickets for the concert are available from the Tivoli box office or online from tivoliwimborne.co.uk.

Ceremonies to mark VJ Day 80

August marks the 80th anniversary of the ending of the war with Japan, and throughout the area a number of events are taking place.

On Friday 15 August, the Royal British Legion in partnership with the government will hold a mid-day National Commemorative Event to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and the end of the Second World War.

At the time of going to press, these are details of the events which have so far been planned. Wimborne Minster At 12noon, there will be a wreath-laying ceremony at the War Memorial on Minster

Green. Following the wreathlaying, attendees are invited to join for refreshments at the Royal British Legion branch in Wimborne Minster.

Ferndown

There will be a memorial service at the Royal British Legion from 10.45am to 11am. Refreshments will be served from 11am to 12.30pm. An afternoon tea will be served for veterans, serving personnel and Ferndown Town Council residents from 1pm to 3pm at The Barrington Centre. To reserve a space, contact 01202 892249. An evening concert at The Barrington Centre will take place from 7pm to 9.45pm.

Verwood

Residents are invited to join the mayor at St Michael & All Angels Church and parade with red lanterns to Ferrett Green. There will be entertainment from 8.30pm on the Green, a Seafoods Fish & Chips van, and teas and coffees in the Heritage Centre.

West Moors

West Moors Town Council will mark the day with a short service on the Petwyn at 9am. All welcome.

Poole

A ceremony will take place in Poole Park beginning at 10.45am. The Poole branch

of the Royal British Legion will welcome residents to the wreath-laying ceremony, which will commence at 11.03am when the mayor of Poole is scheduled to lay the first wreath.

Ringwood

Ringwood Town Council is marking the anniversary with a service at the War Memorial Gardens at 10.45am for a silence at 11am.

Oliver and Max Hoare perform as The Bird Dogs

Let’s get Rustic

An upcoming event in Verwood promises fun for all the family.

Established over 40 years ago, the Rustic Fayre brings the community together for a day packed with crafts, vintage vehicle displays, and live demonstrations.

Last year’s event was opened by local legend Harry Redknapp.

There will be market stalls, kids’ activities and arena entertainment, plus the popular duck race.

Organised by Verwood

Rotary, proceeds go towards charity. Last year’s event raised nearly £25,000.

Head to Potterne Park in Verwood on Bank Holiday Monday from 12noon onwards. Parking is free, and entry is £7 (children go free).

Harry Redknapp opened last year’s Fayre © CatchBox 2024

Get ready for a retro party Top chefs to attend Wimborne food fest

A celebration of 1970s music and culture will be sure to delight visitors to Highcliffe this September

After an incredible success in 2023 and a fantastically fun (but wet) follow up last year, the Cliff Top Music Festival will take place in Highcliffe on Saturday 6 September.

Get ready for a spectacular day of music, dancing and fun overlooking the sea. There will be live bands and artists performing all day, including headline act Odyssey, as well as top local food and drink vendors, market stalls and funfair attractions. New for 2025 is the chance to meet a magical mermaid.

Attendees are encouraged to wear their best vintage outfits. There are prizes to be won in the fancy dress competition, as well as an epic raffle offering even more rewards.

So, make a note in your diary and head to Wharncliffe Road from 11am to 7pm on 6 September. Tickets cost £9.38 plus booking fee. Book your tickets now from highcliffevillage.com/ music-festival.

Whose round is it?

Lift a glass to The Great Bransgore Beer Festival this September

Bransgore Rotary Club will once again host its annual beer and music festival this September.

Held at the Three Tuns in Bransgore from 5pm on Friday 26 September to 5pm on Sunday 28 September, the weekend-long event will feature over 80 cask ales, 20 craft ciders, a selection of wines, food stalls and live music.

All the profits from this yearly event go to local charities and good causes around the area. Last year, the beer festival raised over £30,000. The Rotary are hoping to be even more successful this year.

To help make the event a success, the Rotary are reaching out for sponsors. If your business or organisation would like to sponsor a barrel of ale for a fee of £225, contact bransgorerotarypres@gmail.com for details.

Wimborne Minster’s tastiest event of the year will feature cooking demonstrations from two top chefs.

Held on Saturday 20 September from 11am–4pm, Wimborne Food Festival promises a day of flavours, fun and foodie delights.

In the demonstration tent on Willow Walk, Dorset’s own ‘MasterChef’ George Williams will reveal why he decided to enter the BBC’s top cooking competition and what it’s really like to be a contestant on this high-pressure show.

Meanwhile, the multi award-winning private chef, chocolatier, TEDx speaker and owner of SALT Cø, Christian Ørner will be giving a talk on the day.

Other appetising attractions include pop-up foodie experiences, food stalls on the Minster Green, and the Dorset Farmers Market in Wimborne Square. Plus, East Street and Church Street will be closed on the day for alfresco dining and live music.

Wimborne Food Festival is being organised by Wimborne BID and Dacombes of Wimborne.

In May’s issue of Viewpoint Magazine, we ran two competitions for our readers.

First up was a chance to win a £60 voucher for a meal at Gurkha in Ringwood.

We received a massive 698 entries to the competition!

The winner of the voucher was Martin Juhkental from Verwood, who correctly answered that Gurkha’s signature dish is called Grandma’s Curry. Well done to Martin.

We also ran a competition for a £20 voucher towards a session at Discovery Village, Dorset’s leading immersive role play centre.

Out of 194 entries, the voucher was won by Simon Gudge from Poole, who correctly answered that Discovery Village opened in September last year. Congratulations, Simon!

Going back in time with the best vintage clobber © Viewpoint Magazine

Photos © Gerry Clarke

Events

Details were correct at the time of going to print. Send information about your events to newseditor@dorsetview.co.uk.

15–17 August

Christchurch Carnival on the Quay. 15 August 6pm

Laudemus Choral Evensong at St Michael and All Angels, Verwood. 15, 22, 29 August 10pm

Fireworks on Bournemouth seafront.

16 August 11am

Christchurch Rotary River Pageant with parade starting at 12noon from Tuckton Tea Gardens.

16 August 6pm

Laudemus Choral Evensong at Minster Church, Wimborne.

17 August 11am-4pm

1C Rectory Road, Poole, BH15 3BH, open under National Gardens Scheme.

17, 24, 31 August 2.30pm–4.30pm Cream teas by the river, Damerham Village Hall, SP6 3HD. Inside if wet. In aid of St George’s Church.

18 August 9.30am-12,30pm Ferndown Art Society demonstration by Julie Redwood at The Barrington Centre, Ferndown. Visitors £5. Tea and coffee included. 18, 25 August 12.30pm Summer organ recitals at Wimborne Minster church. Admission free. Retiring collection in aid of Wimborne Minster Musical Heritage Trust.

18 August 7.30pm

John Maddocks Jazzmen at the Bluebird Social Club, Ham Lane, BH22 9DP.

21 August 7.30pm

Diverse Abilities firework cruise around Poole Harbour. Tickets from diverseabilities.org.uk/fireworks.

21, 28 August 10pm

Fireworks on Poole Quay.

22 August 10am–2.30pm

Stitch4u club for embroidery and textile art meets at MS Centre, West Parley. Details at astitch4u.com.

23 August 10am–4.30pm

Wimborne Art Club pop-up exhibition at Church House, Wimborne. Free entry.

23–25 August 10am–4pm

Twenty4Art Sale & Exhibition in Pamphill Parish Hall, BH21 4EF. Entry £1 charitable donation.

23 August 1pm–4pm

West Moors Horticultural Society summer show at West Moors Memorial Hall. Classes for flowers, fruit, veg, floral art, homecrafts and photography. For details, contact Michael on 07541 780217 or Sue on 01202 871536 or email s.hamlett139@btinternet.com.

23 August 4pm

Wimborne in Bloom Duck Race, with ducks launched into river at the bottom of Mill Lane.

25 August 12noon

Verwood Rotary Club Rustic Fayre at Potterne Park, Verwood. Includes vintage vehicles and live entertainment.

26 August 7.30pm

West Parley Gardening Club meets at the MS Centre Dorset, Church Lane, West Parley, BH22 8TS.

30 August 12noon–4pm

Wimborne Gardening Club late summer show at the Allendale Community Centre. Schedules from wimbornegardeningclub.org.uk.

1 September 10am

Reading Friends meets at Wimborne Library.

1 September 7.30pm Wimborne Gardening Club meets at St Catherine’s Church Hall, BH21 1LE.

4 September 7.15pm–9.15pm Ferndown & District Historical Society meets at The Barrington Centre, Longham Room. Visitors welcome at £4 including refreshments.

4 September 7.30pm

Verwood and District Horticultural Society meets at Verwood Memorial Hall. Details on verwoodhorticulturalsociety.co.uk or call Ollie on 07508 577114.

5–7 September

Swanage Folk Festival. Details on swanagefolkfestival. com/programme.

6 September

Junior Chess Club for ages six to 14 years at Ferndown Library. Visit ferndownjuniorchess. co.uk or email graham7morris@ gmail.com for details.

6, 7 September 8.30am–6pm

Dorset County Show in Dorchester. Book online at dorsetcountyshow.co.uk.

6 September 10am–4pm

Bournemouth and Poole Stamp and Postcard Club annual fair at Upton Community Centre, BH16 5JA.

6 September 10.30am–4pm

Bournemouth Vegan Festival at Citygate Centre, Bournemouth.

7 September 12noon–5pm 22 Avon Avenue, Avon Castle, open under the National Gardens Scheme.

8 September 10.30am–11.30am Reading Friends group meets at Ferndown Library.

8 September 7.30pm

Ferndown & West Moors Philatelic and Postcard Club meets at The Hamworthy Club, BH21 3AP. Call secretary Paul Barry on 07932 581791 or email paulrichardbarry@hotmail. co.uk for programme details.

10 September 7.30pm

East Dorset Antiquarian Society meets at St Catherine’s Church Hall, Wimborne.

12–21 September

Inside Out Dorset takes place across the county. Visit art installations at sites including Moors Valley, Christchurch and Corfe Castle.

16 September 10am–1pm

Charity Antiques Valuation Day in aid of Wimborne Minster Flower Festival in Church House. £5 an item, no booking required.

Minecraft arrives at Dorset museum

Children have the chance to enter a three-dimensional world in Wimborne Minster, as ‘Minecraft Adventures’ has arrived at the Museum of East Dorset as part of its summer activities programme.

Based around the popular computer game, featured activities include a ‘Player Skin’ craft table where visitors can design and make their very own player character as well as don a disguise with mask crafts, the chance to dig for riches and hidden artefacts in the interactive ‘Sandbox Mining’ dig zone, or join the ‘Mob Hunt Trail’ exploring the galleries in search of Minecraft mobs. At the costume station, museumgoers can even dress up as a creeper, Enderdragon or another blocky character and strike a pose.

On Tuesday 26 August, the museum will be hosting a special ‘Minecraft Adventures’ clay activity morning from 10.30am until 12.30pm. No booking required, but early arrival is recommended. Explore slime making and create your very own slime mix at two summer workshops. These are aimed at children aged six to 16 years old and for all abilities, including those with SEND. Booking is essential for these workshops via the museum website.

‘Minecraft Adventures’ runs until Saturday 6 September.

PREVIEW Deathtrap Bournemouth Little Theatre, Winton

To launch a new season of shows along the theme of “Dying with Laughter,” Bournemouth Little Theatre Club will be performing ‘Deathtrap’ this September.

Written in 1978 by Ira Levin (famous for ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ and ‘The Stepford Wives’), ‘Deathtrap’ is a murderously funny stage classic that holds the record for the longest-running comedythriller on Broadway.

Levin’s ‘Deathtrap’ was the beginning of the comedy-thriller genre, combining laughs with a script that effectively narrates what the audience is watching, all whilst affectionately ribbing some of the classic thrillers that Levin grew up with.

The two-act play follows once-successful playwright Sidney Bruhl, who has only a string of recent flops to his credit when he’s sent an instant hit thriller written by a keen follower. Is Sidney desperate enough to kill in order to claim the work as his own?

This famous thriller was adapted into a film in 1982 starring Michael Caine and Christopher Reeve, and partially inspired 2019’s box office success ‘Knives Out’.

Directed by Barry Gray, ‘Deathtrap’ will be performed from 2–6 September. Book tickets via bournemouthlittletheatre.co.uk.

Video game fun © Museum of East Dorset

Strictly star to bring glamour to The Barn

TV’s Craig Revel Horwood is set to dazzle Ringwood next April as his nationwide tour comes to The Barn.

Best known for his razor-sharp wit and legendary critiques as the longest-serving judge on BBC One’s beloved ballroom competition ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, Horwood is bringing a new show that will offer fans music, dance, and drama – plus behindthe-scenes revelations from the ‘Strictly’ set.

Horwood’s live show, titled ‘Songs Boys Don’t Sing’, follows the release of his debut solo album ‘Revelations’. Audiences can expect a blend of big songs, tall tales, and full-throttle showbiz flair from one of the country’s most versatile performers.

As well as his work on ‘Strictly’, Horwood is a successful choreographer, director, best-selling author, and now solo artist. The show draws on stories and anecdotes from across Horwood’s whole career, from his early days as a dancer to his work on the West End’s biggest musicals.

Tickets, including a Meet & Greet option, for the show on Thursday 23 April 2026 are on sale now from thebarnringwood.co.uk.

Ocean adventure splashes into Wimborne

Wimborne Minster isn’t by the sea; however, local children will be able to enjoy a taste of the coast with a new Ocean Safari Trail funded by Wimborne BID.

Blending outdoor exploration with clever augmented reality technology and unforgettable fun, young explorers are encouraged to embark on a deep-sea discovery around town by hunting for hidden seashell markers along the trail.

The Ocean Safari is split into two unique mini trails. ‘The Sunlit Reef’ route introduces you to the colourful characters of the shallow waters, while ‘The Deep Blue Mysteries’ route plunges you into the strange and wonderful world of the deep sea.

Each route takes approximately 45 minutes to complete, but you can spread the fun across multiple visits.

To take part, simply scan the QR code at any of the 10 stops around town, or visit highstreetsafari.com/ oceansafari#Wimborne on your smart device.

It’s completely free, with no downloads or sign-ups required to play on the website.

The trail runs until 7 September. For more information and to play online, please visit highstreetsafari.com/ oceansafari#Wimborne.

Discover amazing sea creatures on a town safari © Wimborne BID

Craig Revel Horwood will visit Ringwood during his national tour

Aim for stress-free driving trips this August

We’ve had some very hot weather recently and this can put additional strain on not just the car but also the driver.

However, GM Motoring Assist has some simple advice for those driving during the busy month of August.

Vehicle checks

Nothing spoils a journey more quickly than an unexpected breakdown – and hot summer weather can put considerable extra strain on your car’s systems.

Battery issues are the leading cause of summer breakdowns, with older batteries particularly at risk of failing if the demand on them is too great. Hot weather means cars are 50 per cent more likely to overheat, while high road surface temperatures contribute to an increased risk of tyre blowouts and punctures.

So before setting off on your journey, carry out a comprehensive check of your car.

Check tyre pressure and tread, oil levels, coolant and brake fluid. Ensure your lights and indicators are working correctly, and don’t forget to top up your windscreen washer fluid.

Knowing your car is fit for the road will allow you to focus on the journey ahead, rather than worrying about a potential mechanical malfunction.

Take regular breaks

Too long at the wheel leads to fatigue. With this comes a tendency to feel grumpy, as well as an inability to concentrate. Any of these factors will pile on the stress and put you at greater risk of a collision.

Plan regular breaks, not only to maintain your physical wellbeing, but also to keep you mentally fresh and alert on your journey. Aim to stop every two hours or so, even if you don’t feel tired. Stretch your legs, have a drink and relax.

Avoid peak times Congestion is one of the biggest contributory factors to road rage and stress. Traffic jams, slow-moving vehicles and crowded motorways can quickly cause irritation. A good way of leaving the stress out of a journey is to plan when you travel.

Try to avoid setting off during the rush hour or on a Bank Holiday weekend — we have one coming up in late August — as the motorways and routes to popular attractions and resorts are likely to be busy.

Instead, choose the early morning, late evening, or simply a midweek driving day, and you will hopefully find quieter roads — but do check before setting off for any overnight motorway closures.

Know where you can park Uncertainty around finding a safe and convenient parking spot can cause stress, especially if you’re in an unfamiliar location. For peace of mind, research your options and book in advance. As well as reducing stress and avoiding wasted time hunting for a free parking bay, this eliminates the risk of any penalties or fines.

Out-of-town car parks are available in many cities, allowing you to jump on a park-and-ride bus into the centre. There are apps dedicated to helping you find somewhere to park, whether in this country or abroad.

Having a clear parking plan will bring peace of mind, knowing you won’t have to waste time, money and effort at the end of a long and tiring journey.

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New waste collection gets off to rocky start

New wheelie bins and food waste recycling caddies will be delivered to residents of Ringwood, Fordingbridge, and the surrounding areas from August, ahead of the second phase of New Forest District Council’s (NFDC) new waste collection service launching in October.

The first phase began on 9 June for residents in Lymington, Brockenhurst, New Milton, and nearby areas, with over 30,000 households receiving the new bins and caddies.

According to Cllr Geoffrey Blunden, NFDC portfolio holder for Environment and Sustainability, over 150 tonnes of food waste was collected in the first four weeks of the new service. He said: “This is a

fantastic result and a major step forward in reducing waste and creating a more sustainable future for the district.”

However, there have been teething issues.

Residents reported 2,606 missed bin collections, and many have complained about animals getting into food waste caddies.

At a full council meeting on 14 July, Cllr Blunden responded to complaints and said: “With 31,000 households in the phase one area, there was just under a quarter of a million — 248,000 — collections due in the first four weeks. Meaning that the number of reports received equates to just one per cent of complaints received.”

Some households have been assessed as unsuitable

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for wheelie bins and will use sacks instead. Once the new waste collections start, NFDC will deliver clear recycling sacks to these properties every 12 months.

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NEWS IN BRIEF

Flower festival fundraiser

A tea and cake afternoon in the garden of Anthony and Christine Oliver in Wimborne raised £491 towards the cost of flowers for the Flower Festival to be held in Wimborne Minster from Friday 26 to Monday 29 September. The final fundraising event will be a Charity Antiques Valuation Day in Church House on Tuesday 16 September from 10am until 1pm. Bring along your treasures for a valuation. The cost is £5 an item with no booking required.

Heritage week

Dorset Architectural Heritage Week runs from 12 to 21 September, and a booklet detailing 64 separate events, with some of the buildings not normally open to the public, is now available from libraries and tourist information centres across Dorset and Allendale House in Wimborne Minster. Tickets for the bookable events are available from ticketsource.co.uk/dahw2025.

Carers support

Help & Care have been awarded Dorset Council’s Carers Service contract for an initial period of three years, starting in November. The contract includes working alongside MYTIME Young Carers. It replaces the current contract run for a number of years by Carer Support Dorset. More information about Help & Care can be found on helpandcare.org.uk.

Calling crafters

People are invited to apply for a table at the Wimborne Craft Fair which takes place at the Allendale Community Centre on Saturday 25 October from 11am until 4pm. Organised by Wimborne Rotary, 30 tables are available in the Minster Hall. Crafters wanting to take part should contact Rotarian Chris Mogg at crmogg@gmail.com.

Social groups help

Age Concern Hampshire is looking for volunteers to support its social groups for older people in Ringwood and Fordingbridge. Anyone who can help should get in touch by calling Kate Harrison on 07501 553230 or by visiting ageconcernhampshire.org.uk/job/basingstoke-social-groupvolunteer-sng.

CORRESPONDENCE

To express your opinion or idea about the community send your letters to letters@dorsetview.co.uk

Re: calls to scrap Dorset’s new tip booking system

I read your feature in July’s issue about the booking system coming into force in Wimborne.

I noted anonymous comments by residents against this. I feel their concerns are totally unfounded. I live in Verwood and have been using the Somerley centre in Hampshire, which is on the edge of our town, for over two years. It’s easy to use, no or minor queues on your booked slot, and you can make multiple trips. Should you need to cancel, it can be done easily at the click of a mouse.

Had this system not been brought into this Hampshire site, it would have closed. The centre runs with less staff and obviously saved Hampshire Council money. I’m aware Dorset Council pay a contra fee for Dorset residents from the Verwood area who use it.

Change is normal. Embrace it, as opposed to raising unfounded concerns. Residents need to recycle more; Dorset has one of the best home collections in the UK.

You can have a garden waste bin collected fortnightly too, although it has an annual charge which is minimal; this is saving fuel instead of going to the recycling centre. Plastic bag waste, batteries, clothes, shoes can all be taken to your local supermarket for free too.

We all need to think differently as our councils are short of funds.  I hope this puts Dorset residents at ease about the forthcoming plans.

Peter Swann

Via email

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