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Volume 38, Issue 10

VERWOOD RINGWOOD FORDINGBRIDGE WEST MOORS WIMBORNE ASHLEY HEATH ST IVES, ALDERHOLT

Never forgotten Verwood Memorial Recreation Ground – built in recognition of those who died in the First World War - was rededicated on 4 August to mark the centenary of the start of the conflict. Read page 15 to find out more about the commemorations in the town.

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The Spectra column of white light illuminates the sky above London during Lights Out

HelloReaders When I first read about the Lights Out vigil which was held on 4 August as part of the commemoration of the start of the First World War, I thought it sounded like a wonderful idea but wondered just how many people would take part. With my one candle burning, I looked out of my house and was moved to see that, by the lack of lights, my neighbours had all joined in. I wondered if it was just people who, like me had grandparents who fought in the war, but then I received a text from my daughter in London, showing the Houses of Parliament in darkness, just lit

by Big Ben’s clock face. People of all ages throughout the country were moved to take part – everybody knows someone with family who died in the war.

My grandfather was an ambulance driver in France. He survived but like so many on his return did not talk about the terrible injuries he must have seen. The only exception was the pitiful sight of the poor young soldiers who were too scared to go over the top and were shot. The truth about the conditions and the terrible waste of life is now known and the diaries of the young Tommies have revealed the horror they suffered. No one is celebrating the glory of the First World War in 2014 as they did in 1914. Instead we are remembering – and that is the most important thing we can do.

Viewpoint Magazine is independently published and distributed free to homes and businesses in Ringwood, Verwood, Three Legged Cross, Ashley Heath, St Ives, West Moors and Wimborne. Views or opinions expressed in Viewpoint Magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to refuse any advertisement deemed to be unsuitable for publication. Information about a service does not imply recommendation. All purchases made through this publication are done so entirely at your own risk. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with Viewpoint Magazine and may not be reproduced without prior written permission from the publisher.

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Council says ‘non’ to French Market

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t was a case of ‘merci, mais non merci’ when a French Market planned for Ringwood had to be cancelled because of a clash of dates.

The market, featuring breads, meats, cheeses, olives along with hot food, had been booked for the weekend of 25-27 July to be held along Southampton Road.

It would have brought around £1,000 into the council’s coffers and town clerk

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Steve Nash had hoped the money could have gone towards buying new lights for the town at Christmas.

However, at an extraordinary meeting of the full council, members decided that while the market was a good idea, there were already two events organised for Ringwood that weekend and voted against it. Instead Francophile’s welcomed the French traders to Ferndown where they set up their stalls along Victoria Road in Ferndown on the same dates, 25-27 July.

The Ringwood meeting had been held to get councillors’ approval for the market as Mr Nash had had to book it with short notice, and while the Mayor had thought it was a good idea, members needed to agree before it could ahead.

Councillor Jeremy Heron reflected the feeling of the meeting when he said that he was not against the French Market on principle but was concerned about the clash of dates as the Hampshire Farmers’ Market was being held in The Furlong on Saturday 26 July Cllr Christine Ford added that the council was trying to promote local producers at the farmers’ market and she felt members would be letting them down if the French market went ahead. She also reminded the council that The Stable Family Trust was also having its summer fayre the same day and argued that too many events would dilute attendance.

She concluded: “I love French markets but this is the wrong weekend.”

Cllr Angela Wiseman disagreed as in her opinion two markets would attract more people into the town to attend both the markets and the summer fayre.

The council decided the French Market should not be held and Cllr Michael Thierry, who said he was not against the holding of a French market, questioned whether it should have been booked initially without getting full council consent .

Speaking after the meeting, the Mayor, Cllr Barbara Woodifield said: “I was asked for my personal view on holding a French Market

by Mr Nash. I said in principle it sounded good to me so long as Mr Morant the Charter Holder was in agreement and that no alcohol was sold as was usual practice.

As Mayor, I cannot ratify such action without the approval of the Council. As it transpired from the extraordinary full council meeting, the council voted against the market as it clashed with two other major events in the town, most importantly the Farmers’ Market, which we are very lucky to have back in Ringwood after four years.”

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Verwood In Bloom winners

How did their gardens grow?

Floral displays came under scrutiny during the judging of the annual In Bloom competitions

After months of planting, watering and deadheading, gardeners of all ages entered In Bloom hoping their green fingered talent would be recognised.

With standards as high as ever, competition was tough. Prizes will be awarded in September.

Front garden: Dennis Giles

Best use of container/hanging baskets: Susan Simpson

Small business frontage: Plane Cuisine

Novel planter/planters (schools): Trinity CE (VA) First

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Dogs who change lives

By Janine Pulford

The local charity that trains assistance dogs for the disabled now has 46 dogs thanks to the generosity of local people and sponsors.

F Jet picks a bowl up for Nicky

ounder of Woofability, Jenny Clarke, said, “Fifteen are in partnership, six are ready to go and the rest are in training or being socialised. We are grateful to Children in Need for sponsoring our dog trainer who works with us two half days a week.

Having a well trained assistance dog is life changing.” She speaks from experience. Jenny was confined to a wheelchair following an accident many years ago at work. Daily tasks were a struggle, if not impossible, but her life changed when she was allocated assistance dog Farah. It was Farah who inspired Jenny to start Woofability.

Jet makes a difference

Sponsored by the Red Arrows and trained

by Woofability, Jet has been partnered with lecturer Dr Nicky Dicken-Fuller from Ashley Heath. Wheelchair bound for the last seven years with spinal problems, Nicky finds daily tasks difficult. Jet helps in every way.

“He has given me so much confidence,” said Nicky. “I was not coping and to compound matters, my husband had a stroke.

I had reached the point where it was too hard to go out. With Jet, I manage very well.

“He’s on hand all the time and if I drop something, he picks it up. He collected 32

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pegs I dropped when I was hanging out the washing, and brought them to me one by one,” says Nicky. “He also loads and unloads the washing machine, but he can’t programme it yet, I am working on that one,” she laughs. “I don’t know how I would manage without him. He even helps dress and undress me.”

Nicky has rediscovered her strong sense of humour through Jet. “He makes me smile,” she said.

Volunteers needed

Woofability was founded in 2009 and the charity requires more volunteers to help with following-up on partnerships.

Train your dog to help you

Woofability can also help disabled people train their own pet dogs as assistance dogs.

For more information call Jenny or Andy Clarke on 01202 814643.

mags4dorset’s Magsie

In August 2011, mags4dorset sponsored newborn Woofability pup Magsie. She is about to become a partner at a local care home. More details on this unique partnership will follow in the next few months.

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Meet Buddy at the Heavy Horse Farm Park The latest star at the Heavy Horse Farm Park near Verwood is a Clydesdale called Buddy. At 18 hands, he’s the biggest horse at the awardwinning attraction and will eventually be taught to pull the horse wagon that gives regular rides around the park.

As well as meeting the biggest horse and his gigantic friends, you can also say ‘hello’ to the smallest ones too.

By visiting the attraction you will be helping to support a permanent home for over 20 rescued heavy horses including gentle giant, Buddy.

Open daily 10am-4.30pm 5 April-1 November. 01202 824040.

Writing competition Lacey Lightfoot goes to...

For full details of mags4dorset’s 7th Creative Writing Competition visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk Closing date 31 January 2015.

Buddy and Alice say hello

Variety Remembrance 2014

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elebrity Michael Medwin OBE, star of stage, TV and screen will attend this year’s Festival of Remembrance at Verwood Hub on 2 November at 2pm.

The concert will commemorating the WW1 centenary and has been organised by Warren Brown in association with Cllr Toni

Coombs, Cllr Spencer Flower and Verwood Town Council.

Local schools, churches, Sea Cadets, Air Training Corps, Cubs, Scouts, Marine Cadets and other organisations will be taking part and to add to the nostalgia, Bournemouth Aviation Museum is loaning a model Spitfire and Bi-plane for the day.

Warren Brown said, “We would like as much of Verwood as possible to take part in this WW1 centenary commemoration. Rehearsals will take place during September and October.”

For more information, or if you would like to help with the concert contact Warren Brown warrenbrown27@ hotmail.com

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Christy

Christy gets a kiss from Jill

– a horse in a million

L-R Victoria Jones, Assistant Manager, Anne Tyler-Bryant, Business Partner and Marlaine Bryan, Creative Assistant

Bubbly Bryants follow Germany win The ‘On the Ball’ competition in mid-June’s Viewpoint when entrants predicted the World Cup winner was won by Mr W Ellis from Ferndown who received a £60 mags4dorset voucher to spend at Bryant Furnishing in Winton. To make the competition extra special, a bottle of champagne was presented by mags4dorset to the team at Bryant Furnishing.

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orn in May 1981, chestnut mare Christy arrived at Green Cottage Riding School when she was three. A cross between a shire and a racehorse, she took the best qualities from both parents to become sweet, kind and trustworthy – a perfect addition to the riding school.

Twenty years later Christy fractured a bone in her left foreleg. Whilst on the operating table, the vet gave Laura Biddle, the owner of Green Cottage, some sobering news. It was going to cost around £2,000

to save Christy otherwise the vet would have to let her go whilst still under the anaesthetic. Worse still, there was hardly any time to make the decision.

Her owner lived a long way off and rarely saw her, but agreed to part fund the op. Laura gave the go ahead, “It was a quick decision and fundraising was required, but Christy was worth every penny,” she said.

Now, aged 33, Christy’s riding school days are finally over, but the news is uplifting. As a reward for her loyal service, including being used by Riding for the Disabled for children with

various disabilities, Christy is now enjoying a well deserved retirement with a doting carer, Jill Reed. “I’m her surrogate mother,” says Jill giving Christy a big kiss.

It’s heartwarming to know that such a faithful horse is being shown the care and compassion in her old age that she so richly deserves.

Sole on a roll for charity A line of 44 nervous people prepared for the walk of a lifetime on 4 July. The Great Ferndown Firewalk took place outside the Barrington Theatre, Ferndown and as if the gods had a hand in the proceedings, the sky darkened and the heavens opened just before the walk began - cooling everyone before they hot-footed it over the coals. Organised

by Stuart Wayment, the event raised over £1500 for the pancreatic cancer charity PLANETS.

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Hot footing it

local Charity of the Year:

Green Cottage RDA

On the fundraising trail

when running the Deciding which charity to support for Richard Spalding.

Torbay half marathon came easy Green Cottage His son Thomas has been attending Rachel says, Mum his and three RDA since he was it.”

“Thomas absolutely loves fundraising run in Richard completed his gruelling d by friends, family and sore spon 2h 6m and said, “I was mercial Management colleagues at the Institute of Com n Cottage RDA.” Gree was e chos I ity char the and ing his cheque to He raised £550 and is seen hand as (9) on his Thom with r Taylo Anna on pers chair . pony favourite

Jay winner of the Terry Jenner challenge trophy

Hello readers, We are coming to the end of the school term already, and at last we have had some good weather.

A new event in our calendar is the Terry Jenner Challenge. Terry was one of our volunteers, who sadly died last year, and now our riders compete for a trophy in his memory. This involves gymkhana games and a ‘Handy Pony’ competition. Points are awarded and the rider with most points receives the trophy. It is surprising how competitive the children can become, urging the ponies to go a little faster while trying not to drop the egg in the egg and spoon race!

Three of our riders, Emily, Jay and Kevin recently attended the Dorset RDA Weekend at Hanford School near Blandford, where they enjoyed riding and learning how to care for ponies. It was also a chance to make new friends, who all share a love of ponies. They returned home feeling very tired and happy, clutching certificates and rosettes.

Three of our volunteers had the honour of being presented to the Princess Royal, who is President of the Riding for the Disabled Association. This happened at the semi-finals of the Queen’s Cup, a prestigious polo match held at The Guards’ Polo Club in Windsor Great Park, to which members of RDA were invited. It was lovely to meet the Princess who is so interested in the role of RDA throughout the country. The polo matches were really exciting - fast and furious play, with such outstanding ponies. Certainly a day to remember.

We are so grateful to the team at mags4dorset - they have brought us to your attention and these columns are introducing us to new friends and supporters.

Jane Dowding

Group Secretary • 0845 2415357

ts Elgar star

new era

For over a century, Kingston Lacy has been one of the main places to see Red Ruby Devon cattle grazing in the historic parkland.

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With the arrival of Bollowal Elgar, a new bull from Worcester, Kingston Lacy’s stockman Mark Yeandle can start improving the herd. “The arrival of Elgar will help ensure we’re producing calves with the kind of structure and appearance that will keep us at the top, just as Mr Bankes would have wanted,” he said.

Recently the herd was placed best in Dorset by the Devon Cattle Breed Society.

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Calling local crafters Fordingbridge Library has a craft cabinet that it would like to fill on a monthly basis with items for sale made by local crafters. The tall cabinet is sited by the counter.

Candles, jewellery, handbags and much more can be displayed.

If you are interested please pop into the library or email fordingbridge.library@hants.gov.uk for more details.

Daniel holding cheque with Mum Samantha (Solicitor at Kiteleys), Dad Tim, Babs Patten Pre-school Manager, Busy Bees and staff from Kiteleys

Busy bee raises cash Young Daniel Linford might become a long distance runner when he grows up.

The young sportsman, aged only four, recently resisted the draw of the beach and the sea and instead ran from pier to pier for a worthy cause.

Not only did Daniel complete the distance, between Boscombe Pier and Bournemouth Pier, but he ran back again.

Accompanied by his father Tim, the little champion also raised money for his preschool, Busy Bees in West Moors for new outdoor equipment.

Kiteleys Solicitors, with offices in West Moors and Ferndown were so impressed with Daniel’s effort that they offered to be his main sponsor and helped him raise the incredible amount of £321.90.

Chance to break into first team squad The new football season will give Wimborne Town’s youngsters their opportunity to break into the first team squad, manager Steve Cuss is insisting.

Last term saw young talents such as Max Brimson, Jamie Grose, Liam Donachy and Dan Burton-Hemmings feature in Calor League games. And with Cuss now operating under a much tighter budget regime more young bloods look likely to be taking their first steps in senior non-league football during the 2014/15 campaign.

“There will be a real opportunity for our youngsters to stake a claim in the squad on a regular basis,” the Magpies’ boss admitted.

“I’m hopeful one or two will prove themselves capable of playing at this WTFC’s Jamie Grose © Simon Carlton level of the game.”

Liberal Dems hold Colehill East The Liberal Democrats have held the Colehill East seat in the East Dorset District Council by-election held on 17 July 2014. Barry Roberts won the seat polling 742 votes. The Conservative candidate, Graeme Smith, gained 326 votes while the UK Independence Party candidate, David Mattocks, had 184 votes. The turnout was 33.7%. The elections followed with followed the passing of Don Wallace.

Do you enjoy classical music?

The Verwood Friends of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (VFBSO) has arranged visits to concerts by this fine orchestra at Lighthouse Poole for over 30 years.

Seven are planned between October 2014 and May 2015 and members are welcome to attend as many or as few as they wish. The visits are by coach with pickups through Verwood, Three Legged Cross and West Moors returning to the same points. New members are welcome to join this friendly, informal group.

As VFBSO is non-profit-making, a minimum number is required to make each visit viable. Prices are inclusive of concert tickets and the cost of the coach. Please call 01202 824959 or email margaret-tilley@sky.com for more information and details of the programme.

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in for a bite

Highly rated hidden gem

Lemongrass Thai Restaurant

By Janine Pulford

Noi and Ashley

Massaman Curry

You could be forgiven for walking straight past this Thai restaurant in Ringwood because you have to look skywards to find it.

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verlooking the Market Place, Lemongrass is situated above The Cancer Research shop. Its entrance and parking can be found at the back of the properties.

If you love Asian food, you will return again and again, especially knowing that the restaurant has a top hygiene rating.

Ashley and Noi Hammond opened Lemongrass on 8 August 2013.

The couple spent over £12,000 on a new stainless steel kitchen and proudly boast a 5 star hygiene rating, the highest achievable. They feel confident that their quality dishes are some of the best prepared in the area.

Head chef, Dang, trained in some of the top hotels in Bangkok, Thailand

and has worked in many top London restaurants. Noi, Molly and Phimpha form his team of chefs.

Produce is sourced locally where possible: traceable meat from Patterson’s Butchers and vegetables from Longs Fruit and Veg, but Ashley who has just completed a degree in professional cookery, adds, “Thai chefs like to work with authentic Thai herbs and spices. They cook from the heart, so we obtain various fresh ingredients every week, flown in from Thailand to Hurn Airport.”

The spacious restaurant comfortably seats 84.

milk. The vegetables included broccoli, sugar snaps, baby corn, green beans and mushrooms. It was a festival of flavours and textures in my mouth.

Ben meanwhile enjoyed his green curry, “It’s lovely,” he said. “It takes me straight back to Thailand and has got a kick to it.”

I had a taste. Talk about different palates. It left my mouth on fire and I was very happy to have chosen the massaman. I did prefer the jasmine rice though. The extra richness of coconut rice wasn’t really needed with my dish.

Ben and I visited recently. For starters, Ben ordered a classic hot sour Tom Yum, a Thai broth packed with spices. “All the flavours are there,” he said.

“Very authentic.” He should know, his partner lives in Thailand and he visits as often as he can.

All was washed down with Singha beer for Ben and a cloudy apple juice for me.

I chose Tom Kha, a fragrant soup with king prawns, mushrooms, coconut, chives, lemongrass, galangal and fresh coriander. I savoured the deliciousness of every spoonful.

To celebrate the restaurant’s first anniversary and to thank customers, Ashley and Noi are offering 20% off your bill with the voucher on the advert (not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or on buffet night).

“It takes me straight back to Thailand and has got a kick to it.”

Our mains were chicken Thai green curry and jasmine rice for Ben and a vegetable massaman curry with coconut rice for me. Traditionally mild, massaman includes diced new potatoes, onions and peanuts all brought together in a smooth coconut

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The menu is vast, there are specials and plentiful side orders. On Wednesday evenings the ‘all you can eat buffet’ at £9.95 won’t burn a hole in your pocket.

So if you haven’t already discovered Lemongrass, now is the time to find out what this highly rated restaurant has to offer. Book now or order a takeaway on 01425 478254.

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Award puts a spring in their step Moors Valley Country Park and Forest near Ringwood is celebrating its success as a centre for Nordic Walking, after it was instrumental in its partner, Nordic Walking UK (NWUK), receiving a prestigious award. Judges visited Moors Valley to assess the quality of the courses on offer, with the result that NWUK won the Go Outdoors category in the UK Active Flame Awards 2014.

In the six months from November 2013, Nordic Walking at Moors Valley and the local area attracted over 400 participants. Moors Valley instructors now lead around 350 Nordic Walking sessions annually at seven different locations throughout Christchurch and East Dorset.

For more information, go to www.moors-valley.co.uk/ events/about/nordic-walking

Elderly helped to keep cool

Heat related dehydration is a big problem in the summer for all ages – not just those exercising in the sun.

The elderly can be especially susceptible to heat stroke yet do not always find it easy to get extra drinks.

Staff at Custom Lunches, based in Three Legged Cross, have been very aware of this during the hot weather. They have been doing all they can to ensure that their elderly diners get more to drink by delivering a complimentary bottle of water with lunch.

Drivers deliver 240 hot meals to local elderly residents every day and the extra water has helped their customers keep up their fluid intake in the heat.

Directory Tina McMillan explained: “It is so important for the elderly to drink more fluids and we have been delighted to help them to do this.”

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Charger warning after explosion in Ringwood

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warning has been issued after a Ringwood mother had a lucky escape when an e-cigarette plugged into a faulty charger led to a fire and explosion at the family home.

The fire broke out in an upstairs bedroom in the home in Southampton Road where the e-cigarette had been plugged in.

She was upstairs but got out

safely after the smoke alarm went off. The explosion was caused by the heating of the pressurised canister of an air horn in the bedroom.

Fire crews from Ringwood using breathing apparatus extinguished the flames and investigators traced the cause back to the USB charger.

Group Manager Dan Tasker said: “The woman’s son had lost the charger that came with the

e-cigarette kit so he had plugged it into a different USB charger and then gone out. This overheated and the bedding caught light.”

He warned: “Plugs need to be appropriate for the device they are charging and not all can be transferred between devices. The consequences of using the wrong charger with the wrong device can be devastating and we are extremely relieved that on this occasion no-one was harmed.”

While e-cigarettes can be susceptible to overheating due to the type of battery they contain, Hampshire’s Trading Standards is

keen to stress the importance of using the right charger for all devices and raise awareness of the dangers of cheap alternatives.

A spokesman said: “The message is do not buy cheap or unbranded chargers for use with e-cigarettes, mobile phones or any other devices.

They are invariably dangerous and illegal. At the least, they are capable of destroying your device. At worst, they have the potential to give a fatal electric shock or cause a very serious house fire.

“Always make sure that the rated output of your charger is matched to the product you are charging.”

Speeding worries spark action

Villagers who had concerns about anti-social driving and excess speed in Alderholt have formed a Community Speed Watch (CSW) group.

Speed Watch operates in villages, towns and urban areas across Dorset to discourage motorists from speeding. The groups are run by volunteers keen to reduce speeding vehicles in their communities. They use hand-held devices to record and monitor details of motorists seen speeding and can also note drivers suspected of using a mobile phone or not wearing a seatbelt. The police then send out warning letters.

Safer Neighbourhood Team liaison officers assist groups in setting up by providing practical advice and support. The information collected also helps Dorset Police identify areas and times for targeted road safety operations.

Since the Alderholt CSW group formed on 21 February, the team have carried out 21 speed checks and recorded 336 vehicles exceeding the speed limit.

PCSO Steve Willis, said: “Many of those motorists were travelling at almost double the 30mph speed limit. This demonstrates the need for the CSW in Alderholt and the team has received positive feedback from the local community who have noticed a reduction in the speed of vehicles in the area since the initiative started.”

Anti-social behaviour drops

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Police in Verwood say reports of anti-social behaviour in the town have fallen by almost a quarter in the last year.

Between July 2013 and July 2014, the number of reported incidents of anti-social behaviour fell by 24 per cent in the Potterne and Three Legged Cross area, from 196 to 149.

The number of calls about anti-social behaviour in Verwood town centre also dropped by 24 per cent, from 445 to 338.

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Verwood commemorates

the start of WW1

Hundreds of Verwood residents gathered on Monday 4 August to commemorate the start of the WW1 by rededicating the town’s memorial to those who fell in the conflict. representatives of community groups and parents and children who had earlier gathered on Ferrett Green at 11am to mark the centenary of the declaration of war.

The Union and Dorset Flags were raised on two new flag poles by the memorial stone followed by a short service conducted

by Rev Julian Macro from the United Reformed Church.

Two standard bearers were in attendance, Roy Slade, from Verwood branch and Norman Pearce,

representing Dorset County.

Verwood Concert Brass accompanied the National Anthem.

The Mayor paid tribute to those who fought for their country 100 years ago adding: “If we hadn’t gone to war 100 years ago, we wouldn’t be living with the peace and freedom we have now.”

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hile their names are recorded in stone on Ferrett Green, the actual memorial is the recreation ground- a place where families daily enjoy the freedom which the soldiers sacrificed their lives for.

The Memorial Recreation Ground was purchased by public subscription in 1920 and dedicated to those who never returned from the war.

A new plaque was unveiled by the Mayor Counciilor Pat Morrow and Dennis Wright, President of the Verwood Branch and County Vice Chairman of the RBL, rededicating the area to those servicemen.

The ceremony was attended by civic leaders,

She added that Verwood families were torn apart by the war and she thanked them for their sacrifice. “It is right to commemorate the soldiers and the families’ bravery.”

She explained that a debt of gratitude is owed to all those who go to war.

Verwood Concert Brass bugler, Sophie Howes, sounded the Last Post while the flags were lowered to half-mast.

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Fall in love with Salisbury shops A visit to Salisbury is a must if you love shopping

There are timbered buildings, a thriving market, a vibrant arts’ scene, museums and some of England’s finest historic houses all waiting to be explored.

A trip is not complete without visiting the cathedral. There you can discover over 750 years of history, including Britain’s tallest spire, the world’s best preserved original Magna Carta from 1215 and Europe’s oldest working clock, on a tour with one of the volunteer guides. Built between 1220 and 1258, in one architectural style, Salisbury is Britain’s finest 13th century Gothic Cathedral.

With bus services to Salisbury, plenty of car parking and help for elderly and disabled visitors to get round the shops, it’s time to take a trip to Salisbury.

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photo VisitWiltshire

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escribed as the city in the countryside, Salisbury retains much of its historic past and makes an excellent shopping destination. The city has been attracting visitors to its Charter Market for hundreds of years and today’s shopper is spoilt for choice when it comes to the wealth of stores throughout Salisbury.

Independent businesses and national chains line the busy streets and three shopping malls meaning there is something for everyone.

Antiques and home design shops packed with unusual goods, often made by local craft workers, mean you can find that special item to complement your home.

Cafes and restaurants also draw in the crowds and allow weary shoppers to rest before setting out to find the next bargain.

And it’s not just the shopping which makes a trip to Salisbury one to remember.

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‘Salisbury Cathedral is the single most beautiful structure in England, and the Close around it the most beautiful space’

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business community unity Within the Cathedral Close there is a lot to be explored including Arundells, Mompesson House, The Rifles Military Museum and the award-winning Salisbury Museum with its new Wessex Gallery. The Cathedral and Close are visited by over 500,000 people a year.

Notes from a Small Island

Visit Salisbury and fall in love with the city

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L-R Jim Dowling, Jayne Oliver (49), Ann Powrie, Ben Pulford, Alex Webb

Little did Ann Powrie know when she made her purchase at Webb’s Butchers and entered CashUnity on her 48th wedding anniversary that she would also win a £1,000 and a bouquet of flowers.

Christchurch MP Chris Chope attended a barbecue and bubbly event to celebrate the first six months of CashUnity on 11 July and drew Ann as the June winner from over 500 entries. She and her husband Keith have lived in West Moors for 31 years.

On receiving her cheque for £1,000 from mags4dorset and a bouquet of flowers from Petals Florist on 18 July, Ann said, “Webbs Butchers have created a sense of community in the village and they encourage all their customers to enter Cashunity. I’ve been entering since the beginning.”

She plans to buy a few luxuries with half the money and give the other half to her children, Cameron and Catherine.

This is the second time Webb’s Butchers have provided the winning receipt in CashUnity and a thrilled Alex said, “We really promote CashUnity. We give everyone an entry card with their receipt. It’s a great initiative.”

Other participating traders at the celebratory draw, held in West Moors included Stuart Fleetham from Xerocad and Jayne Oliver from Petals Florist (pictured far right and far left).

West Moors Fun Day for all the family A chug and a jug were just two handsome dogs showing off to the crowds at West Moors Fun Day on 13 July.

Hot dogs: A jug (Jack Russell x pug) and a chug (Chihuahua x pug) from Wimborne

With over 50 stalls, tractor rides, live entertainment, children’s entertainment, dog shows, displays and arena events there was much to see and do for the families that flocked to the event’s new location of Sturts Farm.

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The committee, chaired by Lou Dunne worked tirelessly to ensure everything went smoothly and chairman of West Moors Parish Council, Cllr Pete Holden said, “It’s bigger and better than last year and a nice place. It’s very successful, I congratulate the organisers.”

More than £540 was raised by the Fun Day for Sturts Farm. mags4dorset raised £100 for its charity of the year, Green Cottage RDA and gave away an Asus Memo pad in a free draw for anyone entering the tombola. It was won by David Clark from Bransgore.

Wes t Moors Fun Day Com mittee pres ent cheque to Stur ts Farm

Isabella from Iford with Red, her most handsome hound

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Specified Period 1 Aug 2014 - 31 Aug 2014

£1,000 monthly prize guaranteed!

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

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

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

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

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

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

CHRISTCHURCH BORN BEAUTY BOUTIQUE 23 Church Street, BH23 1BW 01202 480151 bornbeauty.co.uk

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

FERNDOWN IND. ESTATE

CROW FARM SHOP

BABY DOOZIES

FIELDS JEWELLERS

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

PRIORY PLAICE FISH & CHIPS

112 Cobham Road, BH21 7PQ 01202 877727

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

STUDIO FIFTY SIX

SELECT PVCU

PAPER MOUNTAIN

63 High Street, BH23 1AS 01202 280380 56 Bargates, BH23 1QL 01202 485020 studiofiftysix.co.uk

THINK PRINT

7 High Street, BH23 1AB 01202 473167

TONY HAIR

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

FERNDOWN CROWNING GLORY

515 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NH 01202 892968

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

FERNDOWN FLORIST

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

FERNDOWN MOT

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

FREEDOM MOBILITY

17 Penny’s Walk, BH22 9TH 01202 874317

INTERIORS COMPLETE

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

THE WHEEL SPECIALIST

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

FORDINGBRIDGE BRIAN’S KITCHENS

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

CAXTON DÉCOR

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

C HARRISON & SON

23-25 High Street, SP6 1AS 01425 652376

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

GIRLINGS COMPLETE HEARING AID SERVICE

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

KINSON MIRAGE HAIR

512 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NG 01202 890185

1432 Wimborne Road, BH10 7AS 01202 572778 miragehairandbeauty.co.uk

K&B INSTALLATIONS

SPECIALITY CAKES

80 Coppice Avenue, BH22 9PJ, 01202 861972 kandbinstallations.co.uk

491 Ringwood Road, BH22 9AG 01202 894888 www.a1motabitz.co.uk

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

RINGWOOD ALLUM & SIDAWAY

SWAN JEWELLERS

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

TONY SMITH KITCHENS

AMARONE ITALIAN RESTAURANT

55 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 892990

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

34b Christchurch Road, BH24 1DN, 01425 472555

BROADSTONE & POOLE

TRACEY ANNS STORE

61-63 Ameysford Road, BH22 9PY 01202 855589

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

FORUM JEWELLERS

UNDERWOOD EYECARE

BICKERLEY GARAGE

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

POOLE JOINERY

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

BELLE ENFANTS

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

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

XEROCAD LTD

CONTAKT CARPETS

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

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

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PLANE CUISINE

LAMBERTS OF RINGWOOD

KNIGHTS AUTO

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

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

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

CLARITY HEARING

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

MADDISONS HAIRDRESSERS

Crow, BH24 3EA 01425 473290 crowfarmshop.com

DORSET SOILS & AGGREGATES LTD

MOTABITZ

DIRECTORY

Close Date 5 Sept 2014

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

THE CURTAIN CABIN

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

LIBERTY’S OWL, RAPTOR & REPTILE CENTRE

THE SWANS RESTAURANT

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

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

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

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

TOWNHOUSE HAIRDRESSING

31 High Street, BH24 1AD 01425 472654

SDC SELF STORAGE LTD

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

150 Station Road, BH22 0JB 01202 873121

WEBB’S BUTCHERS

165 Station Road, BH22 0HT 01202 855817 facebook.com/webbsbutchers

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

WEST PARLEY

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

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

GILBEY CLEANERS

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

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

SELBY BUTCHERS

GREENMAN AQUATICS

EBBLAKE AUTOCENTRE

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

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

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

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

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

SLIMMING & BEAUTY

3 CROSS MOT CENTRE

AVS (AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE SERVICES LTD)

VERWOOD SURPLUS STORE

PROFILE 2000

THREE CROSS

VERWOOD

VERWOOD CANINE STUDIO

LEANNE’S HAIRDRESSERS

W PATTERSON BUTCHERS

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

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

WEST MOORS

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

PETALS FLORIST

VERWOOD FORD

6 St Michaels Road, BH31 6HZ 01202 827143 verwoodcaninestudios.co.uk

ST MARTIN’S GALLERY

LEWIS CONCRETE

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

TIEGLA TILES

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

WIMBORNE SCF HARDWARE

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

WIMBORNE APPLIANCE SERVICES LTD Unit 9 Riverside Park, Station Road, BH21 1QU 01202 883494

WINTON CARLY’S CRAFTS

1A Cardigan Road, BH9 1BJ 01202 512106

LOCAL SERVICES STEPHEN RUSSELL

QUALITY CARPET CLEANING

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

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what’s on

this month

7-25 August

Ringwood Art Society’s 46th Annual Summer Exhibition at Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood. Open 10am to 4.45pm daily, 1pm to 5pm Sunday. Paintings and 3D art.

Wheelchair access and free entry. 01425 482602

16-25 August

Hampshire Open Studios.

Chance to see work of county’s artists and craftsmen, throughout Hampshire 01725 512333

22-25 August

Moto Guzzi Club GB International V-Twin Rally, Fordningbridge. ticket@ mottoguizziclub.co.uk

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

23-30 August 10am-5pm Fordingbridge Arts Club Exhibition, Fordingbridge Town Hall. 01425 650458

23 August

Annual steam up, Drusilla’s Inn, Wigbeth, Horton, supporting Victoria Hospital, Wimborne.

Free admission. 01258 840297

23 August 11am-11pm Somerley Beer and Music Festival, Somerley House, Ringwood. 01425 473621

23 August 4-5pm

Wimborne in Bloom duck race on River Allen from Mill Lane.

01202 888703

24 August 11am-5pm

NGS open garden, 357 Ringwood Road, Ferndown. £3 admission. 01202 896071

25 August 12noon-5.30pm

Verwood Rotary Club, Rustic Fayre, Potterne Park Verwood.

25 August 2-5pm

Lions Club of Christchurch charity duck race in the Mill Stream, Bridge Street. 01425 672317

27 August 11am

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

27 August 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society presents Mark Thompson playing Yamaha EL90, Verwood Hub. 01202 822936

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27 August-31 August

Great Dorset Steam Fair, Tarrant Hinton. 01258 860361

27 August-1 September

Verwood and 3LX Twinning Association visit to Champtoceaux. 01202 826449

28-31 August

Bournemouth Air Festival.

0845 051 1700

30 August 7.30pm

18 September 8pm

Verwood Traditional Jazz Club, Martin Bennett’s Old Green River Band. The Hideaway, 17 Moorland Road, Verwood, Doors open 7pm.

01202 873725

19 September 7.30pm

DWT talk by Eric Watson ‘The Surprising, Colourful and Beautiful World of Toadstools’.

Allendale Centre, Wimborne (open at 7pm).

The Fayrewood Singers, formerly The Jenny Porter Singers, performing their first concert with new conductor Peter Coole. ‘Music for a Summer’s Evening’, Verwood Methodist Church. £5, children £3, to include refreshments.

01202 826134

20-28 September

5-7 September

20 September 1.30pm

Swanage Folk Festival. swanagefolkfestival.com

13 September 12noon-4pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society autumn show, Allendale Centre. 01202 887006

14 September 3.30-5.30pm

Verwood Concert Brass cream tea concert. Verwood Memorial Hall. 01202 828740

18 September 7.30pm

DWT Illustrated talk by Peter Thompson, biodiversity advisor to the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust, ‘Can Intensive Farming Co-Exist with Wildlife?’ Christchurch Baptist Church Hall, Bargates, Christchurch. £2.00.

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Swanage and Purbeck Walking Festival. walkswanage.com

20-21 September 10am4pm

Roman weekend at Ancient Technology Centre, Cranborne.

01725 517618 Verwood and District Horticultural Society autumn flower show. Verwood Memorial Hall. 01202 823212

20 September

Ringwood Carnival. www.ringwoodcarnival.org

21 September

Dorset Blind Association 5th annual charity run, Boscombe Pier. 2k family, 5k and 10k runs including blindfold challenge.

01202 712864

24 September 11am

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

07815 824841

24 September 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society. Janet Dowsett playing a Yamaha EL900. Verwood Hub. 01202 822936

26 September – 12 October

Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival. 01202 451805

26-27 September 10am4.30pm (Friday) 10am4pm (Saturday) NAFAS Dorset and Guernsey Area Show, ‘Celebrating Nature’s Jewels’, St Leonards Hotel, 185 Ringwood Road, St Leonards. £4 admission.

07594 429294

27 September – 17 October

Gillian Downes, photographic exhibition, Regent Centre, Christchurch. 07725 470744

27 September

Ringwood Farmers Market, The Furlong.

27 September 12noon4.30pm Bournemouth Orchid Society autumn show, Allendale Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne.

07712 479056

1 October 12noon

Ferndown Probus Club monthly lunch and talk ‘Corsica’, Dudsbury Golf Club, Christchurch Road, Ferndown.

01202 875757.

2 October 1.30-3.30pm, 4.30-7pm

Verwood blood donor sessions, The Hub. 0300 1232323

2 October 7.30pm

Verwood and District Horticultural Society, ‘Nature of Vercors - A Secret Corner of France’ by Mike Read.

Verwood Memorial Hall.

01202 814376

in & around the area

Wildlife snapshots wanted

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Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is encouraging young people to go outside this summer and enter a digital photograph competition, with their up-close snapshots of wildlife.

The Pat Dolbear Award aims to get young people enjoying wildlife by inviting them to take pictures of the weird and wonderful things they see.

The competition is open to anyone under 18 who has taken a wildlife picture on their phone or camera. Each month a panel of judges picks the best images, based on photographic creativity and quality the rarity of the creature. Prizes of up to £20 in Amazon vouchers will be awarded to young photographers who demonstrate their wildlife photographic talent to the judges.

To enter send photos to photocomp@dorsetwildlifetrust. org.uk including name, age and details about when and where the photo was taken.

T H G I N A F O QUEEN

Can’t get enough of Queen’s classic tracks? Then an evening out at the Barrington Theatre could be just the thing you need to re-live the glory days of the rock legends.

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op tribute band The Bohemians will be bringing the glory days of Queen to Ferndown including the craziness of the 70s and the magic of the 80s.

The Bohemians, established in 1996, have performed all over the world at football stadiums, festivals, theatres and other prestigious venues.

Their high-energy two hour show with full staging, lighting, backdrops and pyrotechnics has earned them the reputation of being the world’s most exciting Queen tribute act.

The Bohemians set includes all the piano driven hit singles: Killer Queen; Somebody To Love; Don’t Stop Me Now; You’re My Best Friend; We Are The Champions and the amazing award winning Bohemian Rhapsody.

These hits are balanced with the guitar led anthems; Tie Your Mother Down; Hammer To Fall; One Vision; I Want It All; We Will Rock You and the acoustic vocal tracks 39 and the unforgettable Love of my Life.

If you want it all – then enter the Viewpoint and Barrington Theatre competition for a chance to win two tickets to see the show on Saturday 11 October at 7.30pm.

For your chance to win answer this question

Which Queen track do The Bohemians get their name from?

Enter through our website: www. mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to The Bohemians competition, Viewpoint, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 15 September 2014. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of Page and Pulford Ltd and The Barrington Theatre are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

West Moors exhibition West Moors Library is hosting a World War One exhibition until the end of August. It includes information about residents who were involved in the war. Local school children are taking part and Pete Holden has provided much of the research. Details from 01202 873272.

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in & around the area Verwood Rotary Rustic Fayre 2014

The eagle has almost landed

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his year’s Rustic Fayre at Potterne Park, Verwood on Bank Holiday Monday promises to be a fly away success.

Arena events, sponsored

by Viewpoint Magazine, include flying displays

by Eagle Heights, dog agility, Tae Kwon-do and terrier racing.

There will be plenty

of stalls, a beer tent, vintage car display, car boot sale, live music and much more. mags4dorset will be running a tombola plus a chance to win an Asus Memo Pad worth over £100. “Come and say hello and find out more,” says director Ben Pulford. Green Cottage RDA has a separate stall where you can try your luck at their human fruit machine.

Top Brass Celebrating its 150th anniversary, VCB (Verwood Concert Brass) held a jubilee fete on the town’s recreation ground, which was the talk of the town.

Started in 1864, VCB is now a registered charity. There were two bands until 2009 when, due to the number of players wishing to be members, a third one was formed.

Free Rustic Fayre programme online at www.mags4dorset.co.uk 150 years of entertaining

Money sails to

£1,300!

A tea party and three open gardens in Manor Road, Verwood on 28 June raised the incredible amount of £1,300. The funds will be split between Sailability NF in Ringwood and Tom Harper Sailing. One of the organisers Penny Dale said, “The event was a huge success and we would like to thank local businesses and individuals who supported the open gardens day so generously.”

AMERICAN BALD EAGLE © Daniel Milbourn Photo caption: Visit mags4dorset raising money for Green Cottage RDA

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MONTHLY HOROSCOPES

AUGUST 2014 ARIES March 21 - April 20 The third week of August will turn out to be very productive; don’t be surprised when an executive singles you out for favourable attention. The 25th marks a health oriented New Moon. This is the best time to launch a fitness programme, but resist the urge to overdo it. Slow and steady wins the race.

TAURUS April 21 - May 21 Domestic pursuits will be especially fulfilling throughout the second half of August.

Beware of taking a budding romance too far, too fast in the days surrounding the 25th. If this love affair is going to last, you need to make the most of the courtship phase.

Don’t let your relatives interfere with your private life as August turns to September.

GEMINI May 22 - June 21 Get to grips with domestic matters and DIY projects during the second half of the month. This is a great time to launch a repair or renovation. You might even decide to move to a new place, but be sure to get the terms down in black and white before arranging for movers and be sure to check out every nook and cranny of the property before you make your mind up.

CANCER June 22 - July 23 The Full Moon on the 10th forces you to dig deep to pay a debt. A powerful business or romantic partner will get good news in the second half of August, triggering a marvellous celebration. Be realistic when planning a short trip around the 25th. Time will be limited.

Counterfeit Pandora beads prosecution Dorset County Council’s trading standards service has issued a warning about the potential dangers of buying goods online, following the prosecution of three people selling counterfeit Pandora beads on eBay. As well as being counterfeit, tests revealed that the beads exceeded the maximum permitted release of nickel, in the worse case by more than 12 times. Nickel release is limited in items that come into prolonged contact with the skin, as excess levels can cause severe allergic reactions in some people.

Roger John Loriot (51) and Deborah Reed (51) of Meech Way, Charlton Down, Dorchester and Gail Critchell (50) of Holmead Walk, Dorchester all appeared before Weymouth Magistrates on Monday, 7 July. Following guilty pleas by all of the defendants, Mr Loriot was fined a total of £250, with £775.80 costs and a £25 victim surcharge, Miss Reed was fined £130 with £775.80 costs and a £20 victim surcharge and Miss Critchell was fined £160 with £1112.80 costs with a £20 victim surcharge.

Anyone who suspects they may have bought counterfeit goods online should contact the Citizens Advice consumer service on 08454 04 05 06. This is the first point of contact for any consumer complaints requiring investigation by trading standards officers.

VIRGO August 24 - September 23 Spending time on your own throughout the second half of August will prove therapeutic.

You’ll start getting the recognition you deserve in the third week of the month. Be realistic when making demands of a business or romantic partner on the 25th.

LIBRA September 24th - October 23rd A friend will invite you on a luxurious vacation on or around the 18th; be sure to accept. The New Moon on the 25th may prompt you to isolate yourself from the crowd. Try not to alienate a colleague. Turning your back on this particular workmate will create a deep, hidden resentment. The last thing you need is an enemy at work.

SCORPIO October 24 - November 22 The Full Moon on the 10th brings an end to a difficult family matter. You’ll be angry when things don’t go your way, but that can’t be helped.

Focus on pursuing a glamorous client or work assignment instead. The New Moon on the 25th forces you to draw a boundary with a needy friend. You simply can’t be on call for this troubled soul any longer.

SAGITTARIUS November 23 - December 21 A colleague will confide some juicy secrets during the third week of August. Beware of accepting a career opportunity on the 25th, as there will be several strings attached. You’re better off holding out for another offer, as the employer in question likes to engage in emotional blackmail.

CAPRICORN December 22 - January 20 Money from an inheritance, refund, or dividend will allow you to afford some beautiful books and artwork during the third week of August. The New Moon on the 25th will prompt you to take a primer course, just to fill in some basic gaps in your knowledge.

AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19 The second half of the month will be perfect for making inroads to an intimate relationship. Avoid being overly critical of your best friend or lover on the 25th, when the New Moon sharpens your focus.

Nobody likes to be corrected, especially when they’ve ventured out of their comfort zone. Give credit where credit is due.

PISCES February 20 - March 20 The second half of August will prompt you to demand more from the people you love.

You’re tired of giving all the time and receiving very little in return.

Try to express your needs in a calm, rational way. People are prone to blow off angry outbursts. If you start getting shrill, take a deep breath and count to ten.

Pedal Car Grand Prix Photos © Kingsley Cracknell

Thousands enjoyed the thrills and spills of the Ringwood Brewery British Pedal Car Grand Prix 2014 on 13 July. Thirty-five cars finished and the top three cars were 1st NM Health & Leisure (5), 2nd Patterson Bangers (23) and 3rd Cobra Racing (40). The first ladies’ team in was Squeals on Wheels (25) who came 5th.

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LEO July 24 - August 23 Ask for a raise or better office on or around the 21st. The New Moon on the 25th will force you to adopt a more realistic attitude towards work.

Stop expecting so much from your employer, especially in these difficult economic times. Don’t let somebody undermine your confidence as August turns to September.

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Now is the perfect time to get going on brightening up your living space. Keeping up to date with the latest fashions, trends and design is not always easy but the experts featured on these pages will help take the stress out of improving your home – room by room.

Kitchen The kitchen is still seen as the heart of the home and maybe it’s time to start cooking up a new plan to transform your tired units. A trip to a kitchen design company will allow you to see the latest trends in cupboards, flooring and appliances.

Traditional and modern styles, space age gadgets and wonderful worktops and experts to help you design your perfect kitchen whatever space and budget you have means you don’t have to just dream about improving your cooking workspace.

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Living space It might also be time to look at your living area – whether it be lounges, dining rooms or conservatories. Experts in improving your home are keen to advise you on where to start your projects. It doesn’t take long to brighten up your home with a little help. Find out the latest trends in décor and space saving design ideas from our experts.

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Bathroom There’s no such thing as a standard bathroom these days. Some homes have en suites, others wet rooms or shower rooms, in addition to the family bathroom. There are also tiles to think about. With such a choice it’s important to think hard about what suits your needs and discuss this with a specialist.

Bedroom Bedrooms are far more than just a place to sleep.

Custom made furniture to fit the space available and the needs of all the family is important. With clothes, shoes and accessories to store, it is essential that the most is made of all the space. With contemporary, traditional or bespoke designs available, a well designed room will ensure your bedroom is a place where you can relax as well as sleep.

Home furnishings The finishing touches can make all the difference as well. Mirrors, pictures, ornaments and candles can all transform a house into a home – just decide on your style and let your imagination run wild. And with your new look home, additional furniture or upholstering your favourite settee or chair could be just what you need to create the comfort and style you’ve always dreamed of.

Flooring Carpets can also change the look of a home. Or maybe your home would benefit from wood flooring or vinyl tiles.

With house prices continuing to rise, more homeowners are deciding to upgrade rather than having to up sticks.

Study With more people working from home, it’s also important that your study is designed to suit you and your family with plenty of storage space. It also needs to be well organised and equipped with all the stationery you will ever need to make your job – or the children’s school projects - go smoothly.

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Whether your house is a blank canvas waiting to be brought to life or a much loved home needing a new look, ask the experts and look forward to creating your perfect living space – after all there’s no place like home.

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DECORATING

CLEANING SERVICES

DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

ELECTRICIAN

FENCING

FLOORING

HEATING

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GARAGE DOORS

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PLASTERING

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Lights Out Candlelit Vigil

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ocal communities joined the whole country in remembering the centenary of the start of the First World War by turning off their lights at 10pm on 4 August and leaving just one candle lit.

Residents joined the Mayor and Legion members at Ferndown Garden of Remembrance at 10pm to take part in Lights Out. With just one candle and the poppy illuminated on the memorial stone, a silence was held and the names of those who died in the First World War read out.

At 11pm, additional candles were lit along with those left by families earlier in the day Christchurch Mayor and Legion representatives gathered at Saxon Square for Lights Out. From 10pm, music from World War 1 was played by Christchurch and District Band. The poem ‘Lights Out’ written by Edward Thomas was also read.

Following a minute’s silence, the lights in Saxon Square dimmed leaving one candle lit in the window of the Mayor’s Parlour overlooking the Square.

Ferndown remembers

Christchurch commemoration

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

Coffee Table, oval, mahogany veneer, 46in x 30in x 20in on 4 claw feet pedestal. £25.

Alderholt. 01425 650282 Royal Doulton figurines, perfect, Long John Silver, Mask Seller, Balloon Man. £100.

Alderholt. 01425 656704 Easy Chairs, power reclining ‘Celebrity’, £70.

Parker Knoll easy chair in good condition. £50.

Verwood. 01202 826320 Freezer, under worktop, used 2 weeks, as new. £60 (half price). Ferndown. 01202 877072 Garden furniture, hardwood, oval table 1.5m x 1.05m x 700mm high, 4 director chairs, parasol and base. £125. Ringwood. 01425 470079 Man’s Bike, 8 gears. As new. £50.

Fordingbridge. 01425 655080 Yamaha Keyboard, PSS-390, 49 keys, mains adaptor, manual. £20. Verwood. 01202 820637 Exterior Door, hardwood, 6ft 6in x 2ft 9in, new. £45. Ringwood. 01425 473637.

Sink, stainless steel, 1 1/2size, comes with cutlery/plate drainer etc. VGC. £25. Ringwood.

01425 473637 Pram, Silver Cross soft bodied, quite old and needs some TLC, but clean. £30. Ferndown.

01202 875264 Skipper Dinghy, 14ft with trailer. £150 ono.

Verwood. 01202 829790

Wall Greenhouse, aluminium, 6ft x 2ft, some panes broken. £25. Alderholt. 01425 655944 Divan Bed, Staples luxury 4ft 6in with mattress, two drawers, headboard if wanted. New, selling due to move. £245 ono. Verwood. 01202 824854 Bedside cabinets, two pine with drawers. £55 ono. Verwood. 01202 824854 Gas BBQ, Brinkmann with side burner and cover. Never used, cost £300. £100. Ferndown.

01202 877617 Ladder, aluminium, double extending, 16 rungs. £10. Ferndown. 01202 861269 Conservatory Furniture, M & S, wood frame pandan rattan, cushions natural linen, large 2 seater, 2 armchairs, 4 glass top side tables.

Current price £2,363. £800. Ferndown. 01202 861269 Roof Rack, for Ford Focus/Mondeo, lockable. £30. West Moors. 01202 870328 Headboard, white tubular with brass finials for 5ft bed. £20. West Moors. 01202 870328 Pram, Jane Slalom pro generation, complete with raincover. Good condition, had little use. £55 ono. St Ives. 01425 470485 Hedge Cutter, Power Devil. Excellent condition. £10. Verwood. 01202 814177

Settee, 3 seater and 2 armchairs, striped pattern plus loose covers. VGC. Buyer collects, cash only. £200. Wimborne. 01202 883347

Bedroom Chest of Drawers, 6 drawers, ferra oak. 63in x 31in x 18in. Never used. Cost over £300. £120. Bournemouth. 01202 395592

Wardrobe, antique American pine, 2 doors, 2 low level shelves, bottom drawer. 38in x 70in x 18in. Key locked. Cost $745 in 1984. £350.

Bournemouth. 01202 395592

Cushions, 3 large black, removable Oxford style covers, approx 2ft x 2ft. New. £12. West Moors. 01202 897128

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head and shoulder room for four/five people to travel in comfort.

There is a wide range of safety features including the electronic stability programme that makes cornering safer, powerful anti-lock brakes with ventilated discs, emergency stop signalling and a tyre pressure monitoring system that alerts the driver to punctures. These helped it earn Euro NCAP’s maximum five-star safety rating.

Furthermore, this top of the range trim has a collection of toys including the leather seats, panoramic roof, automatic wipers and sat-nav. It also has a key-less entry system that unlocks the doors as it senses its owner approaching. It then starts via a button rather than a key, which magically makes life easier.

All from £27,615 including its five year warranty. Abracadabra!

This workhorse corners without fuss and has a comfortable ride

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Hyundai ix35 4WD Premium Panorama

drive system, large boot, reassuring safety features and sky-high specification.

Power comes via its 2.0-litre 134bhp diesel engine that averages 40.4mpg. Its 183g/km carbon

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Abracadabra!

The Hyundai ix35 4WD Premium Panorama might have been created by magic. It suits a spell-binding range of motorists thanks to its sensible running costs, four-wheel-

emission ensures the VED Road Tax Rate is £345 in year one then £225 thereafter (based on current rates). Furthermore, this power plant propels magic car lovers to 62mph in a respectable 12.1 seconds. More important, however, is that the 320Nm of torque ensures the vehicle pulls nicely throughout the rev-range. As if by magic, the motorist can also put the transmission into a mode that enables him/her to select every gear manually.

This workhorse corners without fuss and has a comfortable ride. It also - in normal conditions - only sends power to the front wheels, which minimises fuel consumption.

It then automatically flicks to fourwheel-drive if the road surface becomes slippery. See, ‘magic’.

Cargo capacity is a mighty 591-litres rising to 1,436-litres once the rear seats are folded flat - so this workhorse can carry a lot of magic tricks. The cabin is also spacious with enough leg,

Rallye Sunseeker

cancelled

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ally enthusiasts will be disappointed to learn that Rallye Dorset planned for 17 and 18 October has been cancelled following the MSA (Motor Sports Association) and IMS (International Motor Sports) announcement that they are taking the British Rally Championship in-house from 2016 following a year off in 2015.

The move draws to a close UK Rally’s successful stewardship of the event over the past 10 years, led by Mark Taylor.

MSA Chief Executive, Rob Jones paid tribute to Mark and everyone at UK Rally who he said had worked so hard on the BRC for the past decade.

Ben Taylor, IMS Managing Director, added, “Taking a year off will enable us to have a clean sheet of paper to work with. That provides the

Over 70?

For just £5, Dorset County Council is offering residents aged 70 plus the opportunity to refresh their motoring skills. The two-hour long theory session does not involve any driving and covers subjects including better observation, avoiding distractions, allowing greater safety margins, dual carriageway and motorway driving and correct procedures at roundabouts.Courses locally are: 12 September, Kings Park Training Centre, Boscombe; 26 September, Upton House, Poole; 2 October, Allendale Centre, Wimborne.

Book online www.dorsetforyou.com/ roadsafety/gold or call 01305 224558.

perfect opportunity to take stock, to canvass opinion more widely, to confirm what we believe the BRC should be and to put the plans in place that mean we are ready to go with a brand new championship in 2016.”

A statement from Southern Car Club that runs the event locally (known for many years as Rallye Sunseeker) said “Our own event for this year has been cancelled following the MSA decision not to run a Championship in 2015. This decision by them, sadly lost us a major sponsor which meant that the Club had no option but to postpone the event.”

It is estimated that the cancellation will mean a loss in revenue for the area of over £1M.

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Dorset Police has reported that 87 people were charged with drink or drug drivingrelated offences between 1 June 2014 and 31 July 2014, during the summer drink and drug drive campaign, which ended on 31 July.

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ASK THE EXPERT

By Nolan Irving

Q. I think I’m perfectly capable of showing prospective buyers round my own house, but my agent says it would be better if he did it. Is this really true?

A. Most good estate agents prefer to handle viewings themselves these days and if you’ve chosen a good local estate agent with an excellent reputation, why wouldn’t you want them to handle the viewings?

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appreciate that you may know your home better than anyone else. But, the fact is that the viewing is in many ways the single most critical stage in the entire marketing campaign. Granted, your agent may not have your detailed knowledge of the property but if you have chosen your agent on their ability to deliver an excellent service, then every negotiator should have already visited your home prior to marketing so that they do know all the benefits and features of your home.

A good local estate agent should have the skills, the training, the knowledge of the market and the experience to identify and focus on those features that are particularly relevant to the wants and needs of the prospective buyer. Or to put it another way, they are better qualified to sell your home than you are!

Agents also enjoy a degree of professional detachment and objectivity, which with the best will in the world, no homeowner can match and which buyers not only respect, but tend to feel more comfortable with. Brought face-toface with the proud owner, people often feel uncomfortable, unable to ask important but perhaps sensitive questions, or to pass comment,

for fear of causing offence. An experienced agent will be able to establish the true feelings of the prospective buyer whilst they are at the property. The agent therefore has the opportunity to overcome any objections, and ultimately be able to provide you with good, honest feedback without delay.

I always ensure that all my negotiators visit every home just prior the commencement of marketing in order for them to meet you, get to know your home and to give you the opportunity to highlight any important points about your home that you feel would appeal to a buyer.

Having said all that, some sellers still like to be around and that’s fine by me. However, I would suggest

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that you let the agent take the lead and you sit quietly and discreetly somewhere and don’t constantly hover in the background, like the family ghost! And if you’ve got children, or pets, (or both), then maybe arrange for them to be away from the property. After all, the prospective purchaser(s) have come to look at your house, not to meet you and the entire family.

At the end of the day it’s your choice but remember, if you’ve chosen your agent wisely then they should know your home and the best way to present it, after-all they rely on their sales to earn their living.

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