Viewpoint November 2018

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Volume 43, Issue 1

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

ISSN 2397-7183 (print) ISSN 2397-7191 (online)

Thousands of poppies launch Ferndown Poppy Appeal

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

To mark the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One, Ferndown saw the launch of thousands of poppies from the Barrington Centre in Penny’s Walk on 27 October.

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© Tom Scrase

• Competition: Poinsettia prizes • Christmas events in your area • Western riding on the spur of the moment • Redundant Dorset County Council chief exec will get over £170,000

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Hello Readers

editorial

Picture of the month

MAGS4DORSET Ben Pulford managing director design@mags4dorset.co.uk

It’s been a long journey to find an assistant editor, but we now welcome Liam Parker who has graduated from Bournemouth Uni with a Communication and Media degree.

He has been busy helping to find out about the local Christmas celebrations. For some reason this turned into more of a quest than usual, as a lot of preparations had not been finalised. We have had to work around this, but at least we managed to get most events covered.

On the home front, I have struggled with various issues surrounding my mother’s care needs and would like to extend a big thank you to Dorothy and Bluebird Care who provided first class live in care when it was vitally needed.

My heart goes out to all the elderly people who don’t have children to help them when their mobility fails. I often wish my sister was still here to shower Mum with love and help with the decision-making, but sadly, her untimely death on 26 October four years ago, removed that possibility. I remember her dearly.

I am sure many of you will be wearing your poppies with pride and attending Remembrance services throughout the region in this centenary year of the end of WWI. Unfortunately, we couldn’t take photos for this magazine due to our print deadline on 1 November, but with Liam’s help, the magazine is pretty full of newsy articles.

Janine Pulford

Nick Pulford company secretary accounts@mags4dorset.co.uk

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Editor

The Editor reserves the right to amend or shorten contributions in order to fit in with the editorial policy and style of the magazine

LOGISTICS

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Facing up to the ‘Day of the Dead’ Metropole Market, Bournemouth © Tom Scrase

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Plastic Free Ferndown at lights switch on

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urfers Against Sewage PFF will have a stall at the Ferndown Christmas Lights Switch On in Penny’s Walk on 24 November. Come and meet the steering committee and find out what they are doing to achieve plastic

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free status as laid down by the charity Surfers Against Sewage. There will also be some plastic free items for sale and petitions to sign. If you would like to volunteer to help Ferndown achieve plastic free status, or would like to take part in a ‘mass unwrap’ outside

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a supermarket, please make yourself known to a committee member or contact them through the Plastic Free Ferndown Facebook page.

At the latest PFF Steering Group committee meeting, Max Bateman, service director of the Recycling Store in Ferndown gave a presentation.

He said the community interest company aims to introduce a reverse vending machine where residents can get a return for their recycling. The machine costs around £6,000 and there are running costs involved, but he explained that volunteers would empty it and Biffa would collect the plastic for free.

The Recycling Store hopes to obtain funding to be able to provide the machine, and is looking for a suitable site in the Ferndown area. If you can help, contact Max on 01202 233490 or email contact@ the recyclingstore.org.

Lighting up Ferndown

Shout outs: Ferndown Upper School – plastic-free cutlery and containers have been purchased for the café, plastic bin liners have been removed. The school is now collecting lids for Lush.

They are also collecting single use plastic bottles, which will be turned into an outdoor sculpture as a comment on the need to go plastic free.

Plastic Free Wimborne – congratulations on achieving plastic free status.

The mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Jean Read, will light up Ferndown on Saturday 24 November at 5pm.

The switch-on event, organised by the Rotary Club of Ferndown, Ferndown Chamber of Commerce and Ferndown Town Council, is Ferndown’s premier free to attend town centre event and will be full of Christmas cheer.

From 1pm there will be a Christmas market in Penny’s Walk including Ferndown Chamber’s famous giant Christmas hamper raffle, mulled wine, mince pies, food, drink, Townsend’s Amusements and live entertainment and not forgetting Father Christmas and a professional photographer to capture those magic moments. There will also be a Christmas craft fair at the Barrington.

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Benches blessed

After the installation of two ‘lest we forget’ benches near the War Memorial in West Moors, Rev Lynne Morris was there on 31 October for a dedication service alongside Ferndown Royal British Legion members Grant Parrott and Peter Langholz.

Local residence gathered as Rev Lynne Morris said a few words before blessing the two benches with prayers, hymns and readings. This was followed by a minute’s silence led by Grant Parrott as he spoke about the importance of remembering those we have lost.

Also there was West Moors Parish Council chairman Cllr Mike Hawkes as well as Mrs Ann Clark, head teacher at Oakhurst First and Nursery School, with several of her pupils.

When asked about the benches, Rev Lynne Morris said, “I think it’s a lovely reminder for everyone, especially young people, of the sacrifices made and what freedom costs.”

The benches, brought down from Scotland, contain images of doves and poppies, symbolising peace after World War I. Grand Parrott said, “It’s a permanent message that we can’t forget what those in the past have done for us today.”

L-R Mike Hawkes, Grant Parrott, Peter Langholz and Rev Lynne Morris

Seeking writers The Writers’ Study is looking for additional members to join its friendly group of writers that meet on alternate Thursday mornings during term-time from 10.30am-12.30pm at West Moors Memorial Hall.

Whether you are just starting out, or have been writing fiction for some time, you will be made welcome. This is not a tutored group, but you will get valuable feedback, advice and support from the other members.

Fees are £20 a term and more information can be found by contacting Judie Jones on 01202 950361 or email lanternjmj@hotmail.co.uk

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LAW SPOT

By Jane Pringle, Associate and Residential Conveyancing Lawyer, Harold G Walker Solicitors

Q. I have heard of the Right to Roam. What does this actually mean and what type of land/property is affected?

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The Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 (CROW) was enacted so that the members of the general public have the ‘right to roam’ responsibly on foot over the open wild uncultivated mountain, moor, heath, and down of England and Wales subject to certain restrictions.

The Countryside Agency and Ordnance Survey have produced maps showing land over which the right to roam applies, which includes public footpaths, bridleways, roads used as public paths, and byways.

Certain types of land are classed as ‘excepted land’ and will not be subject a right to roam ie land covered by buildings; land within 20 metres of any building; land used as a park or garden; mines and quarries; railways; golf courses; racecourses; aerodromes and land surrounding water, sewerage, electricity and communications works.

Landowners and their tenants are able to restrict the right to roam for up to 28 days in each and every year. They may also restrict dogs from lambing areas for up to six weeks a year and from grouse moors.

English Nature and English Heritage may restrict the right to roam for reasons of nature conservation and heritage site protection. The Ministry of Defence can also restrict access to land for reasons of defence and national security.

Harold G Walker can make the appropriate pre-contract searches and enquiries to ascertain if land or property is subject to such rights in order that you can make an informed decision as to whether to purchase subject to such rights or not.

This column is for information only and does not constitute legal advice.

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Don’t let debt ruin your Christmas A free local debt counselling service is helping people to stay in the black this Christmas.

Pam Ansell, East Dorset Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt centre manager, has helped over 70 people, with 12 so far becoming debt free. She said her team of volunteers have visited 14 individuals and families affected by debt in East Dorset this year. Everyone is visited in their home, while specialist teams at CAP’s head office negotiate with creditors and create a workable budget.

If your finances are not in good shape, “one phone call could be the difference between a merry Christmas or a miserable Christmas,” said Pam. Call freephone 0800 328 0006 or visit www. capuk.org The debt centre is run by the Bus Stop Club and Hope Church Ferndown in partnership with CAP.

New nuisance calls measures

Rogue companies making unsolicited calls related to personal injury claims could now be fined up to £500,000.

New powers, which came into force on 8 September, give consumers the choice to ‘opt-in’ to receive these calls, and people being harassed by nuisance calls now have new powers to stop them.

Cold calls offering to help claim compensation for mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI) will be banned if the claimant has not chosen to ‘opt-in’ to receive them.

Previously people had to ‘opt-out’ of receiving such calls by registering with the free Telephone Preference Service or withdraw their consent while on the call. However, the new powers will force the caller to make the necessary checks to make sure they have the recipient’s consent before calling.

If you receive nuisance calls you can report it to the ICO who may investigate and take action against those responsible.

The Government has already made it easier for regulators to fine those breaching direct marketing rules, by forcing companies to display their number when calling customers and there are increased fines for wrongdoers.

If you think you have been the victim of a scam or would like advice about your consumer rights, contact the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 03454 040506.

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charity of the year

Local hospice to light up lives at remembrance service Forest Holme Hospice in Poole is inviting everyone to join them in remembering loved ones at its Light Up A Life service on Thursday 29 November at 6.30pm.

The annual event, held on the steps of the Civic Centre, is attended by many who have lost loved ones and who were grateful for the care and support offered by the hospice.

However, the service is open to all and is a mixture of carols, readings, prayers and remembrance.

It will be led by Rev Fraser Smith, with the Mayor of Poole, Cllr Sean Gabriel in attendance, while The Salvation Army and Wessex Chorus community choir will provide music.

“Christmas can be a difficult time for those who have lost someone special. Our remembrance service is an opportunity to remember and celebrate the lives of those who are sadly no longer with us”, said charity manager, Anne Currie, adding, ”The service is incredibly moving and it is always nice to see new families at the event alongside so many familiar faces.”

The event culminates with the switching on of the lights on the Christmas Tree, signalling the start of the hospice’s Light up a Life Campaign, which will then be followed by sherry and mince pies, courtesy of the Mayor of Poole.

Forest Holme Hospice, which will be marking its 25th anniversary next year, provides individually tailored and quality care to adults facing a life limiting illness to local people across Poole, Wimborne and the Isle of Purbeck.

For those who are unable to make the Light Up A Life event, the hospice charity will also have a Tree of Remembrance based within the Dolphin Shopping Centre’s Eco Hub from 3-19 December, where people can dedicate a star to someone special.

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CHANCE TO WIN a free poinsettia houseplant

Fracking vote

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Dorset county councillors have voted on two consultations from central government that will inform the future of shale gas extraction in the UK.

MAGS4DORSET in conjunction with Stewarts Garden Centres have six poinsettia houseplants to give away in this fabulously Christmassy competition!

There are many reasons why the poinsettia houseplant is popular to brighten up a home during the winter months.

It’s probably because poinsettias produce their bright red leaves, known as bracts, between December and January but the beautiful colour is also a natural reminder of Father Christmas’ red suit.

Poinsettias need bright, but filtered light, away from strong sun and draughts. They need a minimum temperature of 13-15°C (55-59°F).

The Stewarts’ team recommend to customers that they should have them wrapped to ensure cold weather on the trip home does not harm the lovely plant.

Stewarts Garden Centres at Christchurch and Broomhill have made six poinsettia plants available as prizes for our reader competition.

To win one of these beautiful houseplants, answer the following question: What is the minimum room temperature that poinsettias need?

Enter at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your entry to Poinsettia competition, mags4dorset, Dana House, Spinneys Lane, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9BZ. Closing date is 28 November 2018. The first six correct entries drawn will be the winners. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd or Stewarts Garden Centres are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final. Personal details will be stored securely and will only be processed to determine the winners of the competition. The winners will be announced in the magazine and their names will be given to Stewarts Garden Centres and their agent to enable collection of the prize.

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In two separate votes on 17 October, members objected to the Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) proposals regarding its consultation, and have asked the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) for more clarity and justification on its consultation.

Cllr Daryl Turner, Dorset cabinet member for the Natural and Built environment said in a statement, “We have done the right thing today by objecting to the MHCLG’s proposals and asking for full justification from the BEIS. Without addressing our concerns at this stage, there is a risk that the proposals will be perceived to undermine local democratic accountability and integrity in the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects planning regime.”

Dorset has not seen any applications for shale gas development, nor is there any indication that shale gas resources would be a viable source of energy in the county. Nevertheless, the county council has extensive experience of dealing with conventional hydrocarbons – notably at Wytch Farm – and there are matters in these consultations relevant to the county council’s role as the Mineral Planning Authority.

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Chief Exec’s Pay-out The chief executive of Dorset County Council, Debbie Ward, will end her term on 30 November 2018 with a pay-out of over £170,000 plus early pension benefits.

Her redundancy follows the reorganisation of Dorset councils, which will lead to the formation of two unitary authorities on 1 April 2019 in a bid to save money.

Ward became the first woman chief executive of Dorset County Council in 2012. She said, “I had no idea at that time, I would be the last ever chief executive.”

She was one of the original officers in support of the case for change to local government in Dorset, helping to drive the reorganisation of Dorset’s nine councils into two new, unitary authorities. This will result in the number of chief executives reducing from six to two.

Ward has not sought to exit on any enhanced package. Her entitlements equate to: £129,914 redundancy payment plus £40,211 payment in lieu of 13 weeks notice. She will also be entitled to early access to her pension when she is made redundant. If benefits are paid before they were expected to be paid (before the normal pension age of the member) the pension fund suffers additional cost resulting in a ‘strain’ on the pension fund.

In Ward’s case the cost of the pension strain equates to over £300,000. The strain payment will be made by the county council to the pension fund.

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Thousands of poppies launch Ferndown Poppy Appeal Ferndown Scouting groups, Parkstone Sea Cadets and the Ferndown Air Cadets all came together for this special anniversary.

The event started with the cadets assembling under Penny’s Walk clock tower before progressing to the Barrington Centre where people gathered for a two minute silence.

The Bournemouth Youth Marching Band played The Last Post before an explosion of poppies fluttered to the ground.

The Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Jean Read, judged the ‘young poppy’ competition. She also presented certificates for the best-dressed shop window.

Grant Parrott, chairman of Ferndown Royal British Legion, thanked everyone for supporting the event and gave a short talk.

Sticking to tradition, the mayor bought the first poppy from veteran Mick Arnold MBE. Best dressed shop window results: 1st Forum Framers; 2nd Cancer Research UK; 3rd Ferndown Florist.

Grant Parrott with the young poppy winner and the mayor

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Lesley puts Spirit through his paces

Western riding –

on the spur of the moment

by Janine Pulford

If you love horses and secretly harbour a dream to ride the dusty plains of Texas, now’s the time to make that spur of the moment decision, so saddle up and learn western riding, which is growing in popularity.

What’s more, you don’t have to go to the States to enjoy it. Instead you can take your horse into the rolling Dorset countryside near Holt where ML Training instructor, Michael Langford, is there to teach you.

One of the ladies Michael is tutoring is his mother-inlaw, Lesley Flay, who has just become the 2018 Western Equestrian Society Ranch Horse Champion. This is a huge achievement since she only took up western riding a few years ago, and prior to that, she was uncertain about getting into the saddle again.

Lesley has had horses for many years, and told me, “I had two bad falls. One resulted in a punctured lung and the other caused concussion. I lost my confidence and was very unsure about riding after that. Then I discovered the western style.

Michael is a good instructor and he has given me my confidence back.”

Lesley explained that the western saddle also helps with confidence-building as it offers more security than a conventional saddle.

To complement her newfound riding style, Lesley

purchased Spirit of a Big Gun, Texas. He and Deborah have an American Paint Horse. also scooped awards.

These pretty horses have a There are three more horses strict bloodline and originate in the stable, but Michael’s from the USA. Lesley bought current star is one he purchased him in Belgium and says he is as a foal. A palomino, Mr, is her “perfect partner” and has a also an American Quarter “really nice temperament.”

Horse. Now, aged only six, the But a good horse alone stallion has a string of awards doesn’t make a champion. to his name and a superb To reach their full temperament. potential, the rider “He’s not always has to work in been like this,” said partnership and Michael. “Teaching be able to let their a horse good horse move freely behaviour is all part and confidently. of the training and he Lesley would be the is now pretty much first to admit that perfect.” I noticed this involves a lot of Mr’s docility around hard work and love, the other horses and combined with a stood next to him, good trainer. while Michael was in Her daughter the saddle, during Deborah – another the 15 minutes or committed western so of the interview. rider (being married Mr barely moved. to her tutor helps A patient and kind Michael & Mr of course) – has an horse, he is also very American Quarter Horse. These responsive and can be ridden are bred for their sprinting speed without a bridle as Michael has over short distances. They are demonstrated on video. The one of the oldest recognised bridles are quite minimalistic, breeds of horses in the United often without a noseband or States. Dually, a 12-year-old brow-band and sometimes sorrel gelding, was bred in without a cheek strap. However,

Deborah & Dually

without reins is something else.

Other western riding kit includes chunky stirrups, spurs, the western saddle, smart shirt, leather boots, and of course, the cowboy hat.

As much as Lesley, Deborah and Michael enjoy the thrill of getting dressed up to compete and notching up a few more plaques and trophies, they know without their faithful companions, this would not be possible. Their love for their horses shows clearly as they lope (canter) around the ring and bring their horses to spectacular sliding stops on the soft ground.

It’s easy to see how you could get hooked like Lesley has. She is an inspiration to anyone who wants to regain confidence with their riding. And what I also discovered as I was about to leave the Dorset ranch, was that Spirit of a Big Gun was 2017 Stallion of the Year at the Ranch Riding Championship. It seems the Texas dream has landed firmly in Dorset.

To find out more about western riding visit ML Training on Facebook or email michael@mltraining.co.uk. Michael says he will teach any rider with any horse and any tack. “The principles of western riding will help a horse to become softer and a rider to become straighter and more supple,” he said.

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£5 Hampshire tip charge opposed

Overall winner Ian Gallimore with Alasdair Urquhart and the mayor

Members of East Dorset District Council have unanimously agreed to oppose the proposed introduction of charges for residents using Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRC) in Hampshire.

Cllr Toni Coombs, who put forward the motion to Full Council on 29 October, said, “I am pleased that the motion received unanimous support at Full Council. Alternative options exist and the council encourages Hampshire County Council and the Dorset Waste Partnership to begin discussions as soon as possible in order to agree a satisfactory way forward.”

Hampshire County Council has proposed a charge of £5 per trip to residents living outside of the area of the HWRC from 2020.

10 years: 86,000 miles, 8,000 journeys Ferndown NeighbourCars’ first journey on 16 October 2008 was to take a lady to Bournemouth Hospital for a hip replacement. David was the driver, and he continues to be one of Ferndown’s regular drivers today.

Over 30 drivers have volunteered since 2008, completing more than 86,000 miles whilst undertaking around 8,000 journeys to hospitals and surgeries.

The busiest year to date was 2014 when more than 1,000 journeys (10,500 miles) were undertaken.

Donations are invited to cover costs and the generosity of many service users has meant that Ferndown NeighbourCars has also been able to support local charities.

For information about Ferndown NeighbourCar, to arrange transport or to volunteer as a driver, contact Joyce Little on 01202 980839

Small garden/patio winner Robert Cork with Ben Pulford (mags4dorset) and the mayor

Ferndown blooms

Ferndown in Bloom presentations, held at Haskins Garden Centre, Longham on 4 October, went the extra mile to showcase some of Ferndown’s most beautiful gardens. Winners had their gardens projected on screen and Alasdair Urquhart, Haskins marketing coordinator walked the audience through the gardens discussing with the prize-winners their choice of plants and colours.

The Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Jean Read, helped with the presentations and made a short speech. Overall winner was Ian Gallimore. Other winners: first time entry: Roger Owen; best previous winner: Mrs V Briggs; small garden/patio: Robert Cork; Seniors: Mrs H Marshall. Nominate a Neighbour: John Lee. For more information or to get involved email ferndowninbloom@ymail.com

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Organised by the town council, the Verwood Christmas extravaganza is making a return after the success of the event in 2017.

Date and time The extravaganza will take place on 8 December on Ferrett Green, Verwood from 5pm to 8pm.

Father Christmas He will arrive on a steam engine before he and the mayor officially turn on the Christmas lights.

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Food Things to eat such as burgers and hotdogs, as well as sweet treats, will be available during the event.

Stalls Fundraising stalls from the Scouts and local churches will be welcoming donations.

Entertainment In previous years visitors enjoyed live entertainment. It has not yet been confirmed what entertainment will be taking place during this Christmas extravaganza, but it’s sure to be fun.

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Sara’s Barber Shop in Verwood After an intense refurbishment, the first day back for Sara’s Barber Shop was as busy as ever. Inside the shop, with its rustic yet clean cut wooden feel, the highly qualified barbers are ready and waiting to cut and style your hair just how you like it, or perhaps give you their advice on a new look.

Walk in cuts are available but, for those who prefer to book, appointments can also be made as clients are taken into Sara’s Barbers second room for a quieter experience. The private and laid back appeal to the appointment room makes Sara’s the perfect place for clients who require a little more individual attention.

When asked about her newly refurbished Barber Shop, Sara told mags4dorset that the career “chose” her and how she loves coming into work everyday to lead her team in not only providing top quality haircuts but also creating a welcoming environment for customers to step in to.

From a quick trim to a complete hair restyling this family-run business, full of experienced barbers, using top quality Osmo hair products, is the ideal place for men in the Verwood area and beyond to meet their

hair care needs. Sara’s is also planning to expand its skillset and what’s on offer to customers by introducing threading and facials.

Located on Vicarage Road with prices starting at £8.50, the Barber Shop offers a perfect blend of comfort and professionalism. With its new look and its plans to expand their team, Sara’s is certainly one to look out for.

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Mayor of Verwood buys the first poppy Verwood Mayor, Councillor Mrs Sandra Grove is pictured purchasing the first poppy at the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal launch on 27 October from Mr Bob Richmond, the honorary Poppy Appeal organiser by the Memorial Stone on Ferrett Green.

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Swimming begins as an important life skill, then turns into an activity that can be enjoyed throughout childhood and adult life, as you swim for fitness and fun, or for other activities from canoeing to scuba-diving!

During November Ferndown Leisure Centre is offering your first month of lessons for free – you just pay the £10 joining fee.

There are many benefits of learning to swim at any age – here are some reasons to learn with the centre:

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Awareness of frailty

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frailty workshop I attended highlighted the importance of raising awareness about this long-term condition. Many of us accept that as we get older we become less able and there is little we can do about it - but that is not the case.

First, let’s define the term. Frailty is not a disease but a combination of the natural processes that happen to our bodies and what our bodies have to fight against during our lives. This has effects on our physical and mental capabilities.

Frailty can include falls and reduced mobility, dementia, functional decline, loss of confidence, social exclusion and it may require taking multiple medications.

Frailty is common but it is not a diagnosed condition, which makes the proactive care needed difficult.

However through raising awareness I hope all health and social care professionals can work together to help support the frail in our community.

There has been research into how frailty can be supported and ways of

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by Lorraine Maher, Bluebird Care

delaying or preventing the condition.

Training and raising awareness to provide even a small amount of support or encouraging changes in lifestyle will slow the process.

Loneliness and social inclusion affect our health so contacting someone on their own can make a difference.

As carers we must ensure our duties are completed properly, but why not sit down with the person and bring out their smile or encourage them out of their chair? That can make a real difference.

The care people receive is just as important as the medication they need.

Compassionate care is fundamental to maintain the best possible quality of life.

For more information visit www. england.nhs.uk/2013/12/frailty/.

The professionals who work for Bluebird Care provide care and support to people in their own homes, allowing them to maintain independence and to continue enjoying living in familiar surroundings.

For more information call 01202 977200 or email Ferndown@bluebirdcare.co.uk.

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health & care Health boss will stand down next year The chief executive of Dorset HealthCare has announced he will be standing down in March 2019.

In a statement Ron Shields said, “After much thought and with considerable sadness, I will be standing down as chief executive in March 2019 and becoming an NHS pensioner.

“I will be leaving with sadness, but immense pride about being part of Dorset HealthCare and what we have achieved through our community and mental health services for the people of Dorset. Delivering health care is always challenging, but it has been a privilege and great pleasure to work with so many fabulous people and great teams across Dorset. Building on the shoulders of staff, governors and partners, past and present, I am confident that Dorset HealthCare has a very positive future.”

After 38 years in the NHS and five years in Dorset HealthCare, Ron said, “Now is the right time to pass on the baton and to support the Trust Board in recruiting a new chief executive.” He

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said he has every confidence in the Trust Board and Executive Team moving the Trust towards excellence.

Chair, Andy Willis has written to thank Ron for his good leadership, which he said, “was instrumental in Dorset HealthCare achieving its GOOD CQC rating in April this year, for making sure we can continue to invest in our services and for making Dorset HealthCare a partner of choice within our health economy.

Ron has also built the senior leadership team of Dorset HealthCare so we are well placed to continue to move forward when Ron leaves us.”

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Q6 EDGE 3 Powerchair arrives Kinetic Mobility are proud to announce the arrival of the all new Quantum Q6 Edge 3 Powerchair to its showroom.

Following on from the continued success of the Quantum Powerchair range, the all new Q6 Edge 3 takes Powerchair design to the next level.

Kinetic Mobility were lucky enough to have the very first demonstration unit in their showroom in Wimborne, and already the interest shown from customers has been excellent.

The Edge 3 is Quantum Rehab’s most advanced powerchair yet.

The Edge 3 is the culmination of eight years of product improvement and innovation. Upgraded SRS (Smooth Ride Suspension) provides a smooth, comfortable ride and advanced stability.

Optional iLevel seat lift is available at 4.5 mph with up to 12” of power adjustable seat height. Standard features include LED fender lights, a USB charger, and drive wheel colour accents. The Edge 3 is available in a total of 14 colour options, including seven brand-new, bold colours LED fender lights come standard on the Edge 3 and offer great benefits and features for increased visibility. With lighting mounted to the fender, above the drive tyre on each side of the power wheelchair, fender lights help ensure that you can see and be seen. Slim-line fender integration for ultimate compactness and durability and Ultra-bright, long-life LEDs allow optimal user visibility at night. Positioning of lights increases pedestrian visibility from a wide range of angles. Other standard features also include onboard USB charger which powers electronic devices while on the go.

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health & care Dorset County Council has held its annual Children in Care awards Children in Care awards celebrate the achievements of foster families, the children they look after and the youngsters who are leaving care.

Over 100 awards were presented at an emotional ceremony at Bryanston School, attended by some 300 people.

Awards included the recognition of birth children who have welcomed foster children into their homes, educational qualifications gained by looked-after young people, and adult carers for their long service and outstanding contribution to fostering.

Councillor Andrew Parry, Cabinet member for education, skills and learning, praised the dedication of foster carers before expressing his pride as a ‘corporate parent’ to the 450 foster children currently in Dorset, “Our aim is to help children in care fulfil their potential and achieve their dreams. We don’t have just one plan for these 450 children – we have 450 plans for them, because everybody’s an individual and everybody matters.”

Brothers Toby and Niall collected a Significant Achievement award on behalf of Michael, a care-leaver who their family fostered. Michael couldn’t attend the award as he is on a placement year in America as part of his Biomedical Science degree at the University of the West of England.

Michael sent a message to say that being in foster care was “the best thing that ever happened” to him.

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Mayor of Dorchester, David Taylor, who himself grew up in care, treated the audience to a ‘floss-off’ with the children.

He said, “The inspirational people here today prove what a fantastic environment fostering can be. Their love, joy and commitment to bringing up children to the best of their ability is clear - and they’ve done a fantastic job.”

More foster carers are urgently needed across Dorset to help make a difference to the lives of children in care. If you might be interested in fostering, get in touch by calling 01305 225568 or sending an email to fosteringenquiries@dorsetcc.gov.uk

Director of Children’s Services, Nick Jarman, and Cllr Andrew Parry with Niall and Toby – two of the many wonderful children who help their parents to foster.

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health & care Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community brings the Magic Table to Wimborne Following months of fundraising by Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community and supported by Prama, the Magic Table has arrived in Wimborne.

The donors were invited to the launch at the Community Learning and Resource Centre, the Mayor of Wimborne, Cllr Mrs Kelly Webb, was in attendance and praised the generosity of the people of Wimborne and thanked everyone involved in their fundraising efforts.

The Magic Table is a mobile unit containing a series of interactive light games specifically designed for people with mid-to late-stage dementia.

Steve Robinson, chief executive officer of the Prama Foundation said, “We have been privileged to partner the Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community in this project, we hope to encourage community groups of different ages and abilities to use the Magic Table both at Streets Meadow care home, and in community spaces throughout Wimborne.”

Donors included Wimborne Minster Town Council, Wimborne Rotary and Waitrose, who presented a cheque for £1,000 at the event. This was raised from their green token Community Matters scheme and will be shared between The Magic Table, the Step Outside Allotment project and Wimborne Minster Dementia Friendly Community.

Sue Cook, chairman of the Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community said, ‘We

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are hugely grateful to everyone who has donated or shown interest in this project and we are delighted that Prama have now taken ownership of this amazing piece of equipment and will be promoting its use by the people of Wimborne.’

For further information or to book sessions with the table please contact Carol Davies on 01202 207300

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New title for Charity Queen report by Liam Parker

Samantha Bumford appeared at Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth on 22 October to receive her new title of Miss South Coast Charity Queen.

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n top of many other titles including Miss South Coast, Miss Dorset and Miss England Social Media, Samantha Bumford was awarded her new title thanks to over 620 events she has attended, most of which are for charities and the phenomenal amount of over £50,000 that she has raised in one year.

The new title was awarded by the Miss England Contest and unlike other titles held by Samantha ‘Miss South Coast Charity Queen’ is hers alone and will be for the foreseeable future.

When asked about receiving the award Samantha said, “They’ve awarded me with it due to the amount of events I’ve attended, as well as the amount of money I’ve raised. It just makes me think, let’s raise double the amount and continue.”

Samantha’s dedication to her charities could not have been clearer as she accepted this title whilst in extreme pain having injured her foot.

After falling at a friend’s wedding the night before, Miss South Coast Charity Queen still managed to complete a full day of work and appearances. Only

afterwards did she go to hospital and discover she had broken a bone in her foot.

David Wood, advisor for Help 4 Homeless Veterans, presenting the award said, “I’m very proud to be able to present this to Samantha today. I’ve never known a lady who has done so much for so many charities. She is an ambassador for our charity, Help 4 Homeless Veterans, but the amount of work that she does and the amount of money that she has raised is astronomical.”

Starting with winning the title of Miss Dorset in January 2017, Samantha

Dorset charity celebrates Marilyn’s 70th Birthday

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arilyn, the daughter of Phyllis Edwards, the founder of Diverse Abilities, recently celebrated her 70th birthday with friends and

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family at her home where she is supported 24/7 by the charity’s staff.

Her sister Wendy and team of support staff organised a small gathering for Marilyn to commemorate the milestone of turning 70 and everyone in attendance enjoyed some tea and cake.

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has gone on to attend a record number of events for good causes while achieving several other titles at the same time.

The ceremony was held at Wallisdown Dental Practice in Bournemouth, where top dentist Ori Michaeli spoke about his support for Samantha, “We met just under a year ago and I was impressed by your activity and

your contribution to the community. You are so dedicated to what you do and I was extremely happy to support you on your run to Miss England and it was amazing seeing you there.

I’ll be happy to continue supporting you.”

With her new title under her belt and a cast on her foot, Samantha is continuing her incredible charity work.

For the past 40 years, Marilyn has been supported by Diverse Abilities through a range of services. The charity and its staff have given her the opportunity to live life to her full potential and achieve extraordinary things that may not have deemed possible when she was born.

Today, Diverse Abilities supports over 2,000 local people a year through its wide range of services.

Much of the provision provided to local people with disabilities is down to the support from the local

community raising vital funds.

For further information regarding Diverse Abilities, the charity’s story or to find out how you can get involved, please visit www. diverseabilities.org.uk or call 01202 718266.

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30 NOVEMBER 5.30PM-9.30PM. Excitement is gathering for a fabulous Christmas event, which is being organised

by Fordingbridge Events Group this year.

Santa will be arriving in a horse drawn carriage and his grotto will be found in the Victoria Rooms.

Christmas in Fordingbridge will be held on 30 November from 5.309.30pm.

The whole town will be closed off to traffic from 5.30pm and activities will take place throughout the evening.

Nicky Jenkins, chair of Fordingbridge Events

Group, said, “We are trying something different with two music stages in the town: The Jackson stage near Jacksons Solicitors in Provost Street, which will be a choir stage, and another live music stage at Bank Corner.

“We will also have a procession of Santa through the town in a carriage pulled by heavy horses to his relocated grotto in the Victoria Rooms.

“Throughout the evening, there will be a range of activities for all ages happening across the town.

“All activities put on by our group throughout the evening will be free.

“Our aim is to use the proceeds from the Fordingbridge Festival to put on a Christmas community event to remember. The night looks like it will be a tremendous success and we are still planning extra activities.”

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Approximate timings: 5.30pm Fordingbridge Infants and Junior Schools Choir on the Jackson stage.

6pm Christmas lights will be switched on by a local hero, nominated by the people of the town.

6.20pm A procession of Trigger the Train followed by Santa Claus along the High Street and Salisbury Street. Santa will do a loop and continue back down Salisbury Street to Bridge Street and across the bridge to the Victoria Rooms. (While the grotto is open, people will be able to see the heavy horses up close in the car park of The George.)

6.45-8.45pm Santa’s grotto is open 8.45pm Santa departs Victoria Rooms and proceeds across the bridge and through the town to Provost Street

A provisional list of activities during the evening include: Avonway: Gin and Prosecco bar, pony rides, teddy tombola, country market, Fordingbridge Dance Studios, JunNk. Avonway Annexe: Taster sessions with therapists from the Arch Clinic.

Bridge Street: Steam rides from Caxtons to Roundhill; steam organ.

Library: Craft sales, children’s crafts, Paul Kidby book signing (6-8pm).

Town Hall: Community and Charity Hub featuring stands from Inner Wheel, Cancer Research (who will be selling mulled wine and mince pies), St Mary’s Church (who will be selling popcorn) and Busy Bees among others. (Please note: community groups or local charities who want a stand in the town hall should email ASAP at fordingbridgeevents@ gmail.com).

Roundhill: Three-piece band outside the Salvation Hall and singer, alpacas and smaller animals petting zone, craft tables and craft activities for children.

United Reformed Church: Craft market Victoria Rooms: Children’s entertainment, Santa’s grotto sponsored by Timothy’s, Fordingbridge Players, refreshments from the Scouts, drop off point for Women’s Refuge parcels.

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Food and drink

Window trail competition

Nicky said, “We are trying to encourage people coming to the town for Christmas in Fordingbridge to use our shops and cafes for food and drink during the evening. All the cafes will be open, and we will be running a permit system for those shops who want to have stalls outside their premises. This is to help encourage the footfall flow around the town and to help manage the event for our logistics and insurance.” To register for a permit, please contact gaynor@adriandowding. co.uk

This year sees the return of the Christmas window trail in town.

Fordingbridge Events Group is being helped by New Life Community Church and Fordingbridge Infant and Junior Schools, where the pupils are busy making festive pom-pom baubles, which will be used as decoration around the main tree in the Market Square. There will also be extra pom-poms displayed in shop windows throughout the town from 30 November and entry forms for the window competition will be available from Adrian Dowding, The Gourmet Grocer and Pampered Dogs.

Christmas raffle A Christmas raffle will be running throughout November and December with a range of prizes from local businesses.

Tickets are £1 for a strip of five and are on sale from Jessica, the Fordingbridge Bookshop and The George. All proceeds from the raffle will be given to Fordingbridge Foodbank.

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Moyles Court School supports ‘Restart a Heart Day’ On National ‘Restart a Heart Day’ on 16 October the British Heart Foundation set a target of 200,000 people to be trained in Emergency Response and CPR. Moyles Court nurse, Lucy, led sessions with all years to enable them to respond to an emergency.

Reception to Year Four learnt the importance of getting help in an emergency and practised making 999 calls. Mixed year groups made up a scenario and pretended to make a call to get help. They were guided in the sorts of questions asked in an emergency and what important information they could give to make sure the right help arrived quickly. Years 5 upwards looked at the reasons they need to be able to help in an emergency and the difference these skills could make to the survival of the casualty.

Students were shown the steps of CPR and then practised these on the Resus Annie. They were also given the opportunity to use the trainer defibrillator. The British Heart Foundation has set an achievable target of five million people being trained in CPR by 2020. The school have added approximately 150 to that total.

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Mr Richard Milner-Smith, headmaster said, “After school on Wednesday we welcomed lots of families to our first Family Learning in Partnership (FLiP) session.

These will be run termly on varying topics such as healthy eating and conflict management. We aim to run differentiated learning sessions in school for the children and then family sessions where the children can demonstrate what they have learnt and be your ‘Guides on the Side.’ We are delighted that so many came along to support the event.”

Now the children can step up, step in and save a life.

Poulner pupils dancing for charity Following a ‘Speak Out, Stay Safe ‘assembly from the NSPCC, Poulner Infant School chose to raise funds to help the NSPCC’s valuable work in schools by a holding a Dance-A-Thon.

All the staff and children attended school dressed in their best dancing outfits including leg warmers, sparkly dresses and tutus. Every hour throughout the day, pupils would jump-up from their chairs to dance to songs including ‘Agadoo’, ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ by Queen and ‘Baby Shark’.

Through the generous sponsorship from family and friends, Poulner Infant School pupils raised the amazing sum of £1,633.87.

The NSPCC’s work in schools helps encourage conversations about staying safe and ‘Talking PANTS’ to teach children that their body belongs to them and them alone. More information can be found at www.nspcc.org. uk/pants

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New degree at Bournemouth & Poole College for nurses Bournemouth & Poole College aims to boost the care industry by offering a new nursing associate apprenticeship in partnership with Bournemouth University.

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pplications are now open for the first intake of nursing associate foundation degrees as part of the apprenticeship level 5 starting in February 2019. Students on the fully-funded course will be taught how to work within a support role to deliver effective, safe and responsive nursing care in a range of settings including

hospitals, care homes and hospices.

Diane Grannell, principal of Bournemouth & Poole College, said, “We are really proud to offer this new nursing associate course, which will be a boost for students and businesses across Dorset and

Hampshire within the health and social care industry. We are hoping that this will go some way to bridging the gap of the current NHS nursing shortage especially for people looking to progress in their careers within the care industry.”

Dr Ian Donaldson, acting head of department for Nursing and Clinical Sciences at Bournemouth University, said, “We are really pleased to be working with Bournemouth & Poole College to offer this new course which will enable even more people from across the south to pursue a career in healthcare in Dorset.”

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For more information go to thecollege.co.uk/ courses/fdsc-nursingassociate or call 01202 205205.

A natural partnership Wimborne Minster Church and Canford School have become partners in grime – or rather, soil, as pupil volunteers have been working alongside the Minster gardening team in the eco-friendly area of the church grounds called God’s Acre and in the churchyard as a whole.

Certificates of achievement were recently presented to the sixth form pupils by Margaret and Laurie Turner, who led the award-winning God’s Acre team, during their work in the autumn tidy-up of the beautiful and wildlife-welcoming area, and trimming the edges of memorial plaques in the Garden of Remembrance.

Margaret said, “The gardeners and the whole church appreciate the pupils’ help.

We have enjoyed having them working with us.”

The pupils have benefited from being out in the fresh air, learning practical and social skills, whilst serving the community and making new friends. Dave Allen, director of community action at Canford commented, “We have a close relationship with Wimborne Minster and this practical project has been an excellent way for our pupils to contribute in a positive and demonstrable way for the benefit of the whole local community. They have really enjoyed learning more about the aims of God’s Acre and working together with its members.”

It is hoped to extend the partnership to include work inside the grade 1-listed building during the winter months.

Canford School Art Department will be exhibiting their pupils’ work in the Minster until 22 November as part of Wimborne’s Armistice Commemorations.

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Free flood warnings People who live in Wiltshire and Dorset may have received a text message from the Environment Agency to let them know they have been automatically registered for free flood warnings.

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eople on the Three mobile network who live in areas at high risk of flooding across the Wiltshire and Dorset should have received an automated text message informing them that they have been signed up, with a link to let them know what they should do if they receive a flood warning, and the option to opt out.

Once registered, people will receive a message directly to their mobile if a flood warning is issued for their area in the future – giving them vital time to prepare.

Area flood risk manager at the Environment Agency said, “Being registered for flood warnings can give people advance notice of flooding and some crucial time to prepare. If you get the text, it is because you live in an area at risk of flooding, so we would urge people to stay registered to the service and learn

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what to do if you receive a warning by viewing a free flood guide at www.floodwarning-information.service.gov.uk/whatto-do-in-a-flood” The Environment Agency will be registering around 350,000 people across England on Three to its flood warning service. It has been automatically adding those who live in high flood risk areas to the flood warning service since 2010, beginning with BT landlines and then moving to provide warnings to mobile phones in 2014, with the EE network, and more recently O2. The agency plans to add customers on Vodafone network in due course.

People who are not on Three can also receive free flood warnings. Visit www. flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk/ plan-ahead-for-flooding to check if your home is at risk and to sign up.

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Lawrences’ Autumn Fine Art sale produced some interesting results, not least when a fine quality Queen Anne bracket clock by Henry Massy of London comfortably exceeded its upper estimate to make £26,800.

A single George III mahogany chair in Chippendale style was bid to £2,920.

Carpets bought the week’s sale to an end. Amongst the lots was a Kelim covered Howard-style sofa, maybe by George Smith, that had once come from Libertys in London. It made £2,560.

The total for the buoyant week of sales exceeded £1.1m and left Queen Anne reigning supreme.

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Dorset Waste Partnership tackle fly-tipping The Dorset Waste Partnership (DWP) has sent a strong message to those who break the law when dealing with their rubbish; waste crimes are actively being tackled, and you could end up with a fine or in court.

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(DCC) legal team, have successfully prosecuted three different people for crimes related to fly-tipping and duty of care.

In December 2017 Richard Moulding, 24 of Wimborne, had been advertising waste disposal and gardening services on Facebook. A resident had contacted

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him to remove some waste during a house move.

Mr Moulding agreed a price of ÂŁ30 and removed the waste in a small van.

However he did not provide a waste transfer note, a receipt of what the waste consisted of, who picked it up and where it was going.

The resident noted the registration number of the

vehicle Mr Moulding was using.

Two days later, a fly-tip was reported to the DWP in Colehill. Enforcement Officers investigated, found evidence linking the waste to the resident and subsequently traced Mr Moulding a few weeks later.

After Mr Moulding ignored a requirement

from the DWP to attend an interview, Dorset Police officers arrested him. He denied collecting and flytipping the waste.

At Poole Magistrates Court on 11 October, Mr Moulding pleaded guilty to Unauthorised Deposit of Controlled Waste (flytipping) and an offence of failure to provide

in the HOME information during the investigation, by failing to attend the interview.

He was fined £240 with costs awarded of £500.

He was also ordered to pay compensation to the complainant of £30 and a victim surcharge of £30.

In March 2018, Kay Higton, 67 of Ferndown, was contacted by the DWP’s Enforcement Team as bin collection crews suspected large amounts of commercial waste were being produced at her home address. While Ms Higton confirmed that a business was run from her premises, she failed to produce any waste transfer notes from a commercial waste service provider and was subsequently issued with a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) by enforcement officers.

The DWP then received a phone call from Ms Higton who stated she would not pay the FPN and would be happy to go to court. Despite a further and final reminder to pay, Ms Higton refused and was taken to court by the

DWP and DCC. Ms Higton pleaded not guilty but following a trial at Poole Magistrates Court on 11 October the court found her guilty of failing to produce the waste transfer notes as required. She was fined £600, costs awarded of £600 and paid a victim surcharge of £60.

In May 2018, DWP Enforcement Officers were on duty at the Ashley Heath weighbridge on the A31.

As part of a multi-agency operation, the officers were working with various partner agencies including the Dorset Police. People driving vehicles carrying

waste that were stopped by the police, were then checked by DWP officers for appropriate licencing.

Alfred Leslie Wilks, 42 of Ringwood, was driving a Mazda van containing a large quantity of differing types of flooring and packaging that he confirmed was waste from his job as a floor layer. As he did not have a Waste Carriers Licence, he was issued with an FPN, which he subsequently failed to pay.

On 4 October, Mr Wilks was found guilty at Poole Magistrates Court in his absence, of having no Waste Carriers Licence.

He was fined £400, costs

awarded of £842.50 and a victim surcharge of £40.

Jeremy Gallagher, enforcement officer at the Dorset Waste Partnership, said, “The DWP hopes that these successful prosecutions send a clear message to those people who try to dispose of waste illegally. But we also want members of the public, including business owners, to be aware of their duty of care when producing waste and/or handing it to

somewhere else.

“If you hand your waste to someone else for disposal, make sure they have a Waste Carriers Licence and get a waste transfer note. If you operate a business, even if it’s based at home, and you produce waste, you need to have a commercial waste collection arranged.

We’ve got lots of useful information as part of our anti-flytipping campaign, Tip-Off.”

You can find more information about the DWP’s Tip-Off campaign at www.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/tip-off Business owners can find out more about their duty of care when it comes to waste at www.dorsetforyou.gov. uk/recycling-for-business

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pets & WILDLIFE Top 10 things to do in the New Forest

Frosty leaves, crisp air, starry skies and hardy wild ponies in their shaggy winter coats – the New Forest is a magical place as we approach winter.

Here are 10 things to enhance your enjoyment of the great outdoors in the New Forest at this time of the year.

Guided foraging nature walk – Find out how New Forest people have lived off the land for centuries by using nature’s bounty. Forest born and bred, expert forager, Garry Eveleigh, takes small groups from The Pig and Lime Wood Hotels on a tour of discovery.

Pannage pigs – This autumn, you could be in for a pig surprise.

Families of pigs snuffle around in the wild during autumn. They have the important job of eating up all the acorns, which may be harmful to other animals.

Autumn colours – Enjoy one of the best free shows around as the New Forest glows with reds, oranges, yellows and greens in the autumn.

Amble along the coast – Head to the 40 miles of New Forest coastline for a stroll among seabirds and salt marshes. Walk along the shore, watch the waves crash and take in some invigorating sea air with great views.

Enjoy the peace and quiet – Things are definitely quieter in the New Forest during the winter. So, make the most of getting out on two wheels – there are more than 140 miles of off-road tracks and low speed-limit roads, where you can enjoy cycling and see hundreds of free-roaming ponies and cattle.

Crisp winter walks – Why not take your little ones for a walk? They love to swish their wellies through the carpets of leaves. Try the Burley walk with views of heathland and wetland, or Whitefield Moor with its hilltop views – perfect at sunset.

Bird watching – Over winter, birds of prey including merlin, peregrine falcon and short-eared owl make regular appearances on the heathland. The great grey shrike, with its distinctive black mask and grey feathers can also be seen.

Blashford Lakes nature reserve near Ringwood is home to huge flocks of overwintering birds.

Celebrate the winter solstice – Set your alarm on 21 December to wake up for a hike up Piper’s Wait, near Bramshaw - officially the New Forest’s highest hill.

Alternatively walk up Bolton’s Bench at Lyndhurst or stand atop the heathland at Minstead and take in the magnificent sight of the sun rising on the shortest day of the year, which is also the first official day of winter.

Pub lunches – There’s nothing better than sitting in front of a roaring log fire in one of the New Forest’s cosy country pubs after a chilly winter walk. Many of them feature local produce.

Museums and attractions – Beaulieu, with its National Motor Museum and Palace House, is a top day out for all the family and it’s open every day of the year except Christmas Day. Lymington’s St Barbe museum runs exhibitions and events all year-round. And the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst offers a fascinating, interactive insight into the Forest’s heritage. For bike fans, the Sammy Miller Motorbike Museum at New Milton houses one of the finest collection of fully restored motorcycles in the world.

For more ideas on what to do, visit www.thenewforest.co.uk

Muffin makes hearty recovery from the Cedar Vets team

Muffin presented to Cedar Vets, Ringwood, with sudden difficulty breathing.

Chest x-rays were taken and the vets discovered that there was a large amount of fluid within his chest. The vets were also surprised to find a gun pellet lodged in his upper chest.

On further thorough examination of the x-rays, it was concluded that the gun pellet was likely an old injury and not actually causing any issues.

Muffin had probably been living with a gun pellet in his chest for a long time. After further testing of his heart, the vets concluded that it was likely heart failure causing fluid build-up in his lungs.

Heart disease is common in older cats and unfortunately cats can go into heart failure very quickly without any previous symptoms (such as a heart murmur). Heart failure means that the heart muscle has become tired and as a consequence fluid can build up within the chest or the abdomen.

Cases can be managed and treated with success.

Muffin had 100ml of fluid drained from his chest and his breathing improved dramatically. After a night in hospital to monitor his breathing, Muffin was back to his happy purring self and was sent home.

Muffin went home with heart medications to try and prevent fluid building up on his chest. Four months on, he is still doing really well and comes in for regular heart checks.

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d o o Lighting up RingDew cember 2018 Sunday 2

The Ringwood Lights Up event is always popular last year around 4,000 people attended. The town council is working hard to ensure this year’s event is as welcoming.

A big change is that the event will be held on Sunday, not Saturday.

Father Christmas is already brushing his whiskers and polishing his boots to make sure he looks his best when the children visit his grotto.

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Ringwood Brewery is proud to be an award-winning craft beer brewery producing a range of easy drinking beers including Razorback, Boondoggle, Fortyniner, and Old Thumper and Circadian IPA. Keep an eye out for special limited edition seasonal beers throughout the year.

A fully-stocked Brewery Store awaits visitors, packed to the rafters with Ringwood Brewery merchandise, clothing and lots of tasty local produce, some even made using Ringwood beers. The full range of Ringwood beers are available to purchase in bottles or straight from the cask in a range of sizes to take home.

Fancy a look behind the scenes? Book on to a brewery tour.

Experience two hours of brewing history, an up close and personal look at the brewing process from start to finish and even a chance to sniff the hops and taste the malts. The trip is rounded off with tutored tasting session and chance to browse in the brewery shop, where you’ll collect your free Ringwood bottle of beer to take home.

Brewery tour vouchers are available to purchase online and in the brewery store, the perfect gift for a beer lover this Christmas.

Get in the festive spirit at Ringwood Brewery’s Christmas Beer Festival and Family Fun Day on Saturday 15 December from 3pm–9pm. Featuring over 10 different beers, mulled wine and cider, Christmas songs and activities and much more.

FOR 15% OFF at the Ringwood Brewery store, see the adjoining advertisement.

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d o o Lighting up RingDew cember 2018 Sunday 2

Still in the planning stages the Ringwood Lights Up event is expecting:

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An outdoor market from around 10am

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A fairground

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Santa’s grotto from around midday until approximately 4.30pm

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Street entertainment

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Stage entertainment

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Santa will arrive on a horse-drawn carriage to turn on the lights when it’s dark between 6-6.30pm.

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There will be a road closure in place.

Christmas Eve

in Ringwood Market Place From 6pm

ringwood NEWS “We hope to see as many people this year as we have had in the past and we are hoping for good weather” said the members of the Rotary Club of Ringwood.

Father Christmas loves Ringwood so much, he will be visiting more than once. He’ll be in his grotto on 2 December and on Christmas Eve he’ll be back for a very special occasion.

Organised by the Rotary Club of Ringwood, the Christmas Eve event has a unique charitable twist and builds on the success of previous years.

6pm

With lights festooning the Market Place, the Salvation Army Band and the Ringwood and Burley Band combined will play for the crowd. Be sure to bring your singing voice along and join in with Christmas carols.

6.20pm

Around this time, Father Christmas will appear to the © Geoff Tim ms delight of the children and parents – many having been delighted themselves by the very same event when they were children.

But as the thousands turn out to welcome Santa to his grotto, something very special takes place. Instead of handing out gifts, Father Christmas will be accepting presents, which will go to local children’s homes and special schools.

The jolly fella will be brought to the Market Place in a lovely carriage, drawn by the impressive Percheron horses of Robert Sampson, which are always popular with the children.

There will also be a nativity tableau provided this year by local churches.

The Christmas Eve event could not happen without the help of many people and organisations in the town and the Ringwood Rotary Club would like to thank not just the people who will bring gifts for Father Christmas but also all those who lend equipment and the many local firms that help out.

The cost of the event has been financed by a grant from Ringwood Town Council.

The gifts will go to local children’s homes and special schools who will use the presents and will thank Father Christmas on the night.

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Rise in crime: Dorset follows national trend Dorset has seen an eight per cent increase in reported crime, according to the most recent statistics released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) for the 12 month period until June 2018.

The rise in reported crime in the county compares to a national rise of 10% across England and Wales. This follows record levels of 999 and 101 calls over the summer, particularly June, which was the busiest June for 999 calls since 2001.

In terms of specific crimes, the violence with injury category increased by 21.4 per cent this year, though some of this increase is down to improvements in crime recording and a review of crimes that should fall into this category.

In contrast, violence without injury increased by 10 per cent in Dorset, which is lower than the national increase in the same category of 21.2 per cent. However, the figure still places Dorset as the 14th lowest force in the country in terms of crimes per 1,000 people.

Deputy chief constable David Lewis said, “It is clear that, like other forces, the increase in reported crime across Dorset mirrors

the national trend, particularly for crimes such as domestic and sexual offences. This can be attributed to our increased emphasis on recording crime as accurately as possible, as well as increased confidence in people coming forwards to report to us.

“We have always fought to be honest with our public and it is the case that some of the increase is down to a genuine rise in crime taking place in local communities.

All officers and staff are focused on working hard to reduce crime and to support victims. We will also continue to place a strong emphasis on our reporting responsibilities, even if this leads to an increase in reported crime, as accurate crime reporting is essential to maintain public trust.

“Despite all this, Dorset remains a safe place to live, work and visit and the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is still very low.”

LETTER

I would like Verwood Town Council to consider my thoughts/suggestions on the following: A year ago the town council planted two quite beautiful grass verges with wild flowers at the entrance road into Verwood, which needed very little maintenance (cost effective). I would like the same in my front and back garden as I am sure would others who have grass verges outside.

Why not let residents order these flowers at the town council office and collect from there. VTC might qualify for quantity discount when buying for themselves – it might also lead to less grass mowing by the council.

Could the empty dog waste bin at the bottom of Bugdens Copse be moved next to the other one that is always overflowing with waste to help the many responsible dog walkers.

For those of us with mobility scooters, our lives would be safer if the council installed a few ‘sleeping policemen’ at dangerous points in town where motorists drive too fast with no thought for us or pedestrians.

Could residents be updated as to what minor roads are to be resurfaced likewise the footpaths.

Marilyn Warburton Verwood

Pupil stamps of approval Following a design a stamp competition to commemorate the centenary of the end of WW1, West Moors Parish Council has announced the winners.

The competition was open to pupils who live or go to school in West Moors, but all entries came from Oakhurst Community First and Nursery School.

Results:

Category 1 (4-11)

Category 2 (12+)

1st James Madden; runners up: Lily-Mae Jones, Izzie Colville and Matthew Sender (all in Year 1).

1st Levi Wareham-Mewse; runners up Izzy Browning, Cassie Cole and Sandra Hellon Jones (all in year 4).

Winner James Madden

Winner Levi Wareham-Mewse

Lantern recognises the ultimate sacrifice The Ringwood centenary lantern appeal has reached its target of £5,000 and the lantern was due to be unveiled by the Rt Hon Desmond Swayne, together with the mayor Cllr Tony Ring, local councillors and the Royal British Legion on 3 November, (after Viewpoint went to print).

In 1914 WW1 started - 100 years later a lantern was placed on the outside of the Gateway building. In the four years to end of the war in 1918, 111 Ringwood service personnel had been killed in active service, (52 died in WW2).

Now 100 years later, this unique lantern will recognise past, present and future service personnel, by being lit on the days when each made the ultimate sacrifice.

The lantern is based on a kneeling soldier holding a WW1 trench lamp and will be seen whichever way people approach the Gateway building.

Ian Parmenter, an award-winning blacksmith, was commissioned to create it in hand forged stainless steel eliminating the need for ongoing maintenance.

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BUSINESS | COMMUNITY | UNITY

Salisbury:open for business

by Liam Parker

Since the Novichok attack in March 2018 the Cathedral city of Salisbury has experienced an unusually low number of visitors.

From residents to tourists the city, famous for it’s beautiful landmarks and bustling town full of independent shops and eateries, was used to a high number of visitors until recently.

Despite the summer of 2018 being one of the hottest and longest in recent years Salisbury saw an unnaturally low number of visitors following the poisoning of Sergei and Yulia Skripal.

However the city and its people are eager to put the Novichok incident to bed as Salisbury strives to make a comeback. All of it’s well known shops, cafés and restaurants are open as things for the Wiltshire hotspot return to normal.

When asked about the recent attack, the quiet period and the future of Salisbury, company director and long term resident, Lee Scott, had this to say, “In light of the events that have taken place here in Salisbury this year, it has been particularly hard on small businesses due to the dramatic drop in footfall. This beautiful city has lots to offer both young and old, we choose to live here because of its beauty, history and culture. It has always been a very popular tourist destination and will be again.

“The fighting spirit of its residents make me confident that the future is bright and Salisbury will come back stronger than ever. Come and see for yourself.”

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foodie NEWS

FORDINGBRIDGE’S

big taste

of Italy Review by Janine Pulford

Marco (second on left)

Welcomed to La Lambretta by Marco Stefanini, Nick and I were instantly enveloped in the warm and happy chatter generated by at least 40 diners on the Thursday night we visited.

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ur expectations were heightened as we watched fabulous plates of food arrive at other tables, while enjoying a Sicilian organic red wine Fedele Rosso, which was fruity and easy to drink.

Extending his Italian hospitality, Marco served an appetiser, which is offered free to every table.

Ours was farinata, a tasty chickpea unleaven bread.

A carafe of water with ice and lemon was also provided.

Marco explained that he orders a lot of products from Italy including the Parma ham. Fresh meat, fish and veg, however, is sourced locally and, where possible, in Fordingbridge.

All pasta sauces are glutenfree and can be served with

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gluten-free pasta. The fresh egg pasta is made on the premises by Marco.

For starters (antipasti) Nick ordered Caprese di bufala, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomato and fresh basil.

Served whole with cherry tomatoes placed inside, the Italian mozzarella was a sight to behold. Its firm and silky consistency outstripped that of any other mozzarella either of us had eaten and the notes of fresh basil added vibrancy and flavour as well as that delicious fragrance.

My starter was Capesante - pan-fried scallops served with mixed leaves and cherry tomatoes. The three large scallops were seared on the outside and soft in

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Both starters

Ragu

the middle as they should be, retaining their delicate nature. Mixed leaves complemented the trio as did the extra virgin olive oil and rich balsamic vinegar that I could add at will.

The thin Italian breadsticks from Turin, Grissini Torinesi, provided a crunchy element, as did the wafer thin Sardinian carasau, all presented in a generous bag on the table for no extra cost.

For mains, we opted for ribbon pasta with wavy edges. Mine came with Spicy Arrabbiata – tomato sauce, garlic, chilli and

extra virgin olive oil. Nick’s was served with ragu (Bolognese sauce), the beef mince was created with a delicious combo of tomato, onion, celery and carrot.

My arrabbiata was really hot, exactly how I like it. I chose chilli because I like an after-burn, and this dish did not disappoint.

Nick and I helped ourselves to grated fresh Parmesan supplied in a generous pot on the table.

Marco has been in catering since he was 13 when he started working in the family restaurant in north-west Italy. He moved to England five years ago.

He says his food is simple, fresh and tasty.

And the simplicity makes it easy to eat and enjoy.

La Lambretta’s most popular dishes are pizzas, which are freshly made to order by an Italian pizza chef and come in 18 different varieties. The calzone (folded pizza) was served at another table and was a spectacle to behold, as was the expression of the lady who had ordered it.

For dessert Nick chose Cannoli Siciliani - biscuits filled with chocolate and cream and I decided on home baked lemon cheesecake. I would say after such spectacular

Cannoli Siciliani

and tasty first and second courses, the sweets were interesting and different.

Show-stoppers, definitely, but I wanted a drizzle of cream or quenelle of ice cream with my cheesecake (oh how English I am) to help it down. Nick’s dessert was crispy, crunchy, creamy and delicious.

Marco and his Italian chefs provide authentic food with real flavours of their homeland. Our waiter was also Italian, having travelled from Marco’s family restaurant to enjoy a few weeks work experience.

It is always a challenge to find an Italian restaurant that hasn’t lost its originality, so Fordingbridge should be proud of La Lambretta.

Marco and his team have achieved something special and, judging by how busy it was on the night we visited, others think he has too.

La Lambretta has a Christmas menu and is open on Christmas Day. On New Year’s Eve, the party will include live music.

If you want to enjoy true Italian flavours, go no further than La Lambretta.

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foodie NEWS

Book now before it’s too late We are galloping towards the festive season and if you and your colleagues still haven’t booked your work’s do, get your skates on. The popular venues are filling up fast with some dates already unavailable.

Often the place of your choice will ask you to send your meal orders in advance. mags4dorset’s top tip is to make a copy of your colleagues’ orders as soon as they are agreed, because often on the day, people forget what their choices were and this saves anyone getting the wrong meal. You do have to remember to take the list with you though. Another tip for those with only a small party of people is to hold a quiz. You can take them straight off the

internet, so you don’t even need to make up the questions.

When it comes to buying presents, the secret Santa pays dividends. You all put your names in a hat, then draw a name out (not your own). Keep it secret.

Set a challenging budget (£5 will do) and everyone has to buy for the person whose name they have drawn. For an added twist and in view of the current trend for plastic-free items, why not make it a plasticfree secret Santa. Enjoy!

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what’s on

this month 14 November 7.30pm The Fireside Theatre presents A Helping Hands production of Peace In Our Time: a commemoration of the centenary of the end of World War One in words and music.

Woodland Village hall, tickets £5.

15&22 November 10am-1pm

Mindfulness Photography with Paul Watt. Free event at Ringwood Library. Book on 01425 474255 or online at www.hants.gov.uk/shop

16 November 7pm

Heaven 17 with support appearing at O2 Academy in Bournemouth in a 35th anniversary tour for the New Wave pioneers. Tickets £31.45 from www.tickemaster.co.uk

17 November 1pm

West Moors Horticultural Society buffet lunch followed by presentation of cups and trophies at West Moors Memorial Hall.

17 November

Avonway Race Night – all the excitement of the racetrack but on the screen at Avonway Community Centre, Fordingbridge. Place your bets, watch the races and cheer on your horse. Enjoy a hot supper.

Feeling lucky? More details from 01425 652706.

18 November

Dog first aid presentation at Hamworthy Social Club – How to help dogs in times of need.

From minor incidents to major injuries, attendees will learn how to help their beloved pets in emergencies. Entry is £5 – all of which goes to the charity.

Call 01647 24378 for more information.

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

18 November 10am-4pm

CADArts Christmas Craft Fair. Hoburne Naish Holiday Park, New Milton BH25 7RE. Over 50 artisans with their unique original gifts. Festive atmosphere. Entertainment.

Free parking. Admission includes ticket for the draw, with a cash prize of £200 plus other cash prizes.

20 November 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents a concert of popular music by Tony Stace at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome. £5 payable at door. Info: 01202 895254.

20 November 7.30pm An Alternative Christmas – Exploring Wildlife in Nicaragua

by Ian Schultz at St Andrews URC Main Hall. Visitors £3.

24 November 11am and 2pm

The Santa Show: Santa’s Christmas Party, at the Regent Centre, Christchurch aimed at 2-7 year olds and their families.

After the show the children meet Santa and receive a present. Tickets £10.50, Family of 4 £38. Book on 01202 499199.

24 November

Lighting up Ferndown – From 1pm there will be a market in Penny’s walk. Light switch on at 5pm by cllr Jean Read.

24 November

Christchurch Christmas festival – Light switch on by mayor of Christchurch and TV personality Fred Dineage.

Real reindeer will be in Saxon square as well as a street market and procession with Santa.

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24 November 4.30pm

Wimborne light switch on by Eddie Howe.

Entertainment 10.30am – 4.30pm.

25 November 12.30pm

Charity photography exhibition in aid of The John Egging Trust at Bournemouth Electric Sports & Community Club.

Photographers are invited to enter. £4 per print or 3 for £10. Entry forms can be downloaded from the website www.becps.co.uk. Prints must be submitted by 9pm on 23 November.

25 November

Durlston at Christmas - a selection of local produce and gifts for Christmas.

28 November 2pm

Talk at Priory House, Quay Road, Christchurch with Friends of the Red House Museum and Gardens: Robyn Bolam presents ‘An afternoon of inspiration by Hampshire Poet 2018’ including details of women poets linked to Hampshire and Dorset. £2.50/£4.50 Friends/visitors.

01202 482860 to book.

28 November 7.30pm

New Forest Jazz Workshop at Godshill Village Hall. For further information call 01425 650770 or email hippotrain@btinternet. com.

28 November 7.30pm

‘Verwood In Tune’ concert at the Hub, Verwood with Joanne Naulls, Key B Duo and SD3 Ketron Sound Module. Tickets £8 from the Hub on 01202 828740.

1 December 10.30am-1pm

Festive wreath workshop with Tracy Standish at Knoll Gardens £30. Book online at www.knollgardens.co.uk or at the nursery.

1 December 1.30pm

Broadstone Christmas parade – Christmas market from 11am..

1-19 December 10-4 daily

CADArts presents at Hayloft Gallery, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch BH23 1HX. Christmas gifts by local artisans. This is the place to find that unusual gift.

2 December 7.30pm

Blake with their Christmas classics appearing at the Regent Centre, Christchurch.

Tickets £23, book on 01202 499199.

8 December 10.00am-5pm

Star Wars fun day – Fordingbridge Town Hall.

Adults entry £2, under 13s £1 and under 3s go free.

10 December 2.30pm West Moors Horticultural Society Illustrated Talk ‘Dorset Coast Naturally’ by John Coombes at West Moors Memorial Hall.

10 December 7.30pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society meeting with talk by Paul Sturges on Dorset through the year (part two). At Main Hall, Allendale Centre, Wimborne.

Members £1, visitors £3.

12 December 10am-1pm

Christmas Snowman Art workshop with Karen Coulson at Ringwood Library. Cost £15. Book on 01425 474255 or online at www.hants.gov. uk/shop.

12 December 2pm

Friends of Red House Museum and Gardens present ‘Exploring the Dorset Stour’ with John Coombes, wildlife photographer. At Priory House, Christchurch. £2.50/£4.50 Friends/visitors. 01202 482860 to book.

13 December 7pm

‘Blandford Otters and Coastal Cliffs in Summer’ by Dudley Higginson at Ferndown & District Horticultural Association at the Guide Hall, Spinneys Lane, Ferndown BH22 9BZ. Anyone is free to visit for £2.

Membership is £8. Tel 01425 276164.

18 December 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents a concert of popular music by Brett Wales at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome. £5 payable at door. Info: 01202 895254.

18 December 7pm

BJÖRN AGAIN – Bournemouth O2 Academy.

19 December 7.30pm

New Forest Jazz Workshop at Godshill Village Hall. For further information call 01425 650770 or email hippotrain@btinternet. com.

20 December

Festive charity trail in Poole with Santa and the Hamworthy Fire Fighters. Event in aid of the Forest Holme Hospice charity.

Telephone on 01202 670644.

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Father Christmas visit and Red Barrows fun race

Get your barrow at the ready, as The West Moors Christmas event, including the Red Barrows fun race, will take place in West Moors on 7 December.

As well as the fun run, there will be a visit from Father Christmas, side stalls, a Christmas raffle and carols all organised by the West Moors Youth and Community Club.

To enter the barrow race, each team of one pilot and one navigator, must raise ÂŁ100 for the youth club and bring their own barrow. One will push and the other will sit inside the barrow at all times, however, they can swap places at any time whilst stopped.

The race is on a designated route near the Petwyn and the barrow must have one wheel and two handles to be painted red. No other mechanical devices or other contraptions are allowed.

Red Barrow racing is a risky sport, so each team will take care. Last year Chris Rowden stormed home in first place. Who will win this year? Come along for a fun family event.

Parts of Station Road and Pennington Road will be closed from 5.30pm to 9.30pm and traffic will be diverted.

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around & ABOUT Which famous playwright was terrified by Christmas?

ard Nöel Cow

BEST EVER CHRISTMAS SHOW at the new Minster Theatre Ron Martin and Born to Perform, formally producers of the Tivoli panto, said they were delighted when asked by the management of the Allendale to produce the ‘Best Ever Christmas Show’. With professional performers and the same strength and ethos of any Christmas show in Dorset, it will be appealing and fun for all the family.

The Allendale is excited to bring this professional show full of highly skilled performers to the new Minster Theatre for all to enjoy.

What better way to kick start the Christmas celebrations than with fun, laughter and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Box office: 01202 887247

Hot drinks discount

The Regent Centre is now offering 10% off hot drinks when you bring your own reusable cup. “Please help us reduce waste and save the environment,” they urge.

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around & ABOUT An afternoon of song by Verwood ladies’ choir

The Fayrewood Singers, will be performing ‘An Afternoon of Song’ on 24 November at 2.30pm, at Verwood Methodist Church.

This will be a mixture of music, which will include a selection of Christmas songs and carols, and will also introduce talented 16-year-old baritone, Joe Weaver.

Joe began studying musical theatre at the age of four and since then has performed in many concerts and professional productions, including Oliver at the Mayflower Theatre and Joseph and His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. He is currently studying to become a music teacher, and to that end, the choir will make a donation to him to help towards a theatre studies school trip to New York.

Tickets for ‘An Afternoon of Song’ are £6, to include tea/coffee and hot mince pies after the performance. Available on 01202 884248/280491 or at the door.

World famous BJÖRN AGAIN

comes to Bournemouth To celebrate the huge 30th Anniversary of BJÖRN AGAIN, Australian director and musician Rod Stephen are taking the internationally acclaimed show on tour throughout the UK. See it on 18 December at O2 Academy Bournemouth.

Designed as a rocked-up and light-hearted satirical ABBA spoof, the show rapidly achieved worldwide cult status and was acknowledged for singlehandedly initiating the ABBA revival, which brought about ABBA Gold, Muriel’s Wedding and MAMMA MIA! The enduring appeal of ABBA is reflected in the ongoing success of the BJÖRN AGAIN show having amassed 5,000 performances throughout 72 countries in 30 years. Hailed as the most popular and successful show of its type, BJÖRN AGAIN’s career highlights over the years are many. From performing at Buckingham Palace for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and The Duke of Edinburgh to touring with Cher, Shania Twain and playing at Wembley Arena, London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall, London Palladium and Hyde Park.

Performing all of the greatest hits from the past 30 years, this promises to be one of the biggest parties of 2018.

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No he was Elf-taught What happened to the man who stole an advent calendar?

He got 25 days What is the best Christmas present in the world?

A broken drum.

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Did Rudolph go to school?

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Chess nuts boasting in an open foyer

jok

How did Mary and Joseph know that Jesus was 7lb 6oz when he was born?

They had a weigh in a manger.

I wish I could afford Rudolph and Blitzen decorations for my tree this year.

Why did the Christmas tree lose its job at the blood bank?

It kept dropping needles

Alas they’re two deer.

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What’s the most popular Christmas wine?

I don’t like Brussel sprouts Why are there only 25 letters in the Christmas alphabet?

because there’s no L. Who does Santa call when his helpers are ill?

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Trench Art

By Julian Hewitt, Fordingbridge Museum

It will not have passed many people by that this November is the centenary of the signing of the armistice that ended the First World War. Fordingbridge Museum has a special exhibition to mark the anniversary and included in that are several examples of trench art.

This term is used to describe a variety of artefacts made by soldiers, prisoners of war or civilians using material directly linked to the armed conflict. The term itself is misleading because it conjures up the image of a soldier sitting in a trench working away with primitive tools to produce a vase or napkin ring from an old shell case or other recycled material.

In fact most trench art was not actually produced in the trenches.

A significant amount of it was produced by French, Belgian or German civilians to augment their incomes by selling it to the troops or to visitors to the battlefields after the war.

Often the quality of the items betrays the fact that they had

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been produced by people with metalworking skills and access to workshops.

Soldiers in the trenches were kept busy maintaining the oftenunstable trenches and would not have had access to anything but primitive metal working equipment.

In contrast, soldiers in support positions behind the trenches often had time on their hands and access to field workshops and, therefore, were able to produce quite sophisticated examples of trench art. Prisoners of war certainly had plenty of time on their hands and often made decorative items out of recycled material to exchange for extra food or cigarettes.

One of the most common materials used was the brass from spent shell cases. It is estimated that 1.5 billion shells were fired during the war and although

the cases were supposed to be gathered up, and sent back for reuse, many were not.

The sort of items produced included crucifixes, rings, knives, cigarette lighters, matchbox covers, vases and jugs, letter openers, napkin rings, inkwells and ashtrays.

Some of the designs may have included references to particular locations on the battlefields or to specific battles.

Sometimes a soldier or sailor might have divided something like a coin in half and mounted the two halves on a chain. He would leave one half with his girlfriend or wife so that the two halves could be reunited after the war. This is referred to as sweetheart trench art.

Trench art can offer an interesting and sometimes poignant insight into the feelings and emotions about the war held by those who produced it.

As well as the exhibition at the museum, a special exhibition ran until 11 November at the town hall showcasing the lives and deaths of those recorded on local war memorials.

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motoring NEWS Charging Forward with Salary Sacrifice Electric Car scheme

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he 25 staff at Ringwood based IT Software Solutions company KFA Connect are being encouraged to join a salary sacrifice-based Drive An Electric Car scheme.

Director Richard Austin has led by example by leasing a Tesla X75D. He admits that the sophisticated and hi-tech Tesla may not be to everyone’s taste, or price option, so all makes of electric cars and even electric cycles can be arranged through the company scheme.

Richard Austin said, “Aside from the tax benefits for the team and the cost savings for their private and business motoring, we believe that the environmental costs to our region need addressing as a priority.

The development of battery powered cars has reached a point where it is a realistic choice to make and is ideal for a technology-driven business.”

Richard, who is a self-confessed lifelong petrol-head, finds that he is constantly quizzed by

other motorists as to the practicality of using the Tesla compared to a diesel or petrol vehicle.

“I point out that my particular Tesla will tell me that on full charge it has a real 200 mile range so if I go to a meeting with a Swindon-based client, the Tesla will confirm that I should stop for a 20 minute charge at Membury services where there are Supercharging parking spaces. The Tesla also tells me how many of the charging bays are

available. If the stop is for a comfort break and a coffee for 20 minutes, my mobile phone will tell me when the Tesla has enough range to complete the round-trip journey. Once home I can plug in and charge back to full power.”

KFA Connect’s directors hope that the team at the £2.5m turnover company will adopt the salary scheme, which will not only make a difference to its profit margin but also the sustainability of the planet’s resources.

Richard Austin, the first to take his company’s Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme with his Tesla X75D

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