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Motorways: Four Lanes, or Three with a Hard Shoulder?
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If you’ve driven on Britain’s motorways recently, you can’t fail to have noticed that the hard shoulder is sometimes being turned into another lane. On some motorways this new lane is at times a lane and at others a hard shoulder. Indications on gantries above the lanes tell you when this is the case. These roads are termed “smart motorways” and there are three types: those with “Dynamic Hard Shoulder Running”, ones with “All Lane Running” and a third called “Controlled Motorways”. So, what exactly are these? When driving on a Dynamic Hard Shoulder motorway, expect the hard shoulder to be a lane at busy periods and a hard shoulder at other times;
Controlled Motorways are like old style motorways: three or four lanes with a permanent hard shoulder. Except now the carriageways are subject to variable speed limits. If you breakdown on the first two types of motorway, and can nurse your car to a refuge, don’t just set off after fixing the fault: gone is the Highway Code directive of “gather speed on the hard shoulder and rejoin the carriageway”. Now you must contact the Highways Agency, who will then escort you back onto the carriageway. Statistically motorways are the safest roads in the UK, but with three lanes or sometimes four, variable limits and no continuous hard shoulder, it’s still best to know what kind of road you are travelling on. By Iain Betson
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With the New Forest, quiet roads, South Downs National Park and the Isle of Wight on our doorstep the area is a haven for keen cyclists and ideal for family outings on two wheels instead of four. Discover takes a look at cycling in the Solent area. The Benefits of Buying Local It’s possible to spend thousands of pounds on a road or mountain bike so getting it right is important. If you are unsure what to buy then speaking to a knowledgable retailer will be worth it. Even if you know what you want, discussing it with a person equally as passionate about bikes as you are makes the purchase an enjoyable experience. However fit you are or fast you go, being fitted for the right frame is invaluable. A bike fit takes a few hours using specialist equipment. A good fit will prevent lower back pain and improve your speed as you are more aerodynamic, also correct pedal positions means greater power. Online pricing is tough to ignore as is the convenience of home delivery but many stores will price match and deliver for free. And not forgetting that dealing with faulty goods or returns can be a challenge online. A Healthy Start Like opting for the stairs instead of the lift, why not cycle instead of jumping in the car? Riding a bike is fun, healthy and a low-impact form of exercise but be sure the frame is the right geometry to avoid lower back pain.
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To encourage frequent use, store it somewhere easy to access; avoid struggling to get it out of a cluttered garage or crammed shed! If you’d like to cycle to work ask your company about Cyclescheme worth up to £1,000 of equipment. You pay a monthly ‘salary sacrifice’ to effectively ‘hire’ the bike and kit, over a 12 month period after which you can purchase the bike when the scheme ends, saving between 25% to 39%. Electric Bikes If you like the idea of cycling but dread the thought of struggling up those hills consider an electric bike with battery power when you need it. The options range from ones with a small motor to assist the rider’s pedal-power, to the more powerful e-bikes which are closer to moped-style functionality. All, however, retain the ability to be pedalled by the rider and are therefore not classed as electric motorcycles. They use rechargeable batteries and the lighter bikes can travel up to 20 mph.
Dare to jump at your nearest BMX track! BMX racing made its debut in the 2008 Beijing games. It is now the turn of BMX Freestyle Park now confirmed as a sport in the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. BMX Racing involves sprint races across off-road single-lap race tracks whereas in BMX Freestyle Park the competitors are awarded points based on stunts performed throughout the course. Will we be cheering on a local Olympian in 2020? In 2013 Knightwood Leisure Centre, in Chandlers Ford opened its ÂŁ100,000 purpose built dirt track now home of the Knightwood BMX Club. The Club welcomes riders of all ages and abilities to its training sessions every Saturday from 10am to 1pm and gate practice sessions every Thursday evening 5.30pm to 7.30pm (April until October). Tel 02380 276254 knightwoodbmxclub. co.uk
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Spoilt for Choice We are very lucky to have miles of cycle tracks in places like the New Forest, local country parks and the South Downs National Park, but why not explore the wonders of the Isle of Wight on our doorstep? Foot Ferry then Cycle For a family day out with a difference, cross the water to Cowes as foot passengers and have cycles waiting for you at the terminal. Download a 10 mile return route from Cowes to Newport along the River Medina via The Bargeman’s Rest from wheelale.co.uk wightcyclehire.co.uk 01983 761800 visitisleofwight.co.uk/inspiration/bicycleisland/day-rides Brockenhurst to Burley This 7 mile route is along disused railway line with The Old Station Tea Rooms a perfect stop for refreshments. stationhouseholmsley.com Explore Mottisfont The cycle paths on the Mottisfont Estate, near Romsey are linked together, offering you a choice of distance and duration. There are cafÊs and an ice cream parlour to recharge along the way. nationaltrust.org.uk/features/cycle-atmottisfont-thenewforest.co.uk/cycling thenewforest.co.uk/cycling/family-rides visit-hampshire.co.uk/cycling/family-cycling
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When a race is not a race!
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Inside your Repair Kit (we recommend a TopPeak under saddle bag (various sizes available) spare inner tube (slime again), multi-tool with chain link extractor gadget, tyre levers, spare universal chain link, range of cable ties, strip of guerrilla tape, gas canisters and applicator to inflate tyres If you have an accident it’s worth getting your bike thoroughly checked out by an expert so any hidden damage is repaired before you set out again. The workshop team at Cycle Republic is the backbone of the local cycling community “Our workshop is an important point of contact with local riders”, Mark explained. “It’s where we can provide customers with an unforgettable experience every time they need us”. Is your bike due for a service Cycle Republic offer same day turn-around and courtesy bikes.? Cycle Republic Southampton, 1-3 Brunswick House, Brunswick Place (opposite East Park). 023 8063 3728
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New Stannah Stairlift available at Hampshire Mobility Services GRANT FOR JANE SCARTH HOUSE For people with mobility problems, stairs often are the biggest obstacle they’ll face if they want to remain in their own homes. Stair lifts are the answer for many.
different seat styles and colours the Stairlift will blend in well with its surroundings. The seat height is adjustable on installation which will ensure that the user can mount and dismount the lift with ease or transfer to a With engineering skill and technology advances, stairlifts wheelchair or to a walking frame which are the same are becoming more available to suit all if not most styles Aofcancer support charity in Romsey has received a £1,000 height. staircase. There will still be limitations based on the
Councillor Community Grant help to extend its powered lift, which is constantly users dimensions – that’s why it isto best to seek advice and refurbish Being a battery new premises. face-to-face with experienced stairlift companies who recharging wherever it is left on the stair case, you will
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have launched latestCouncillor straight stairlifts, theCooper, model who presented Tadburn ward their member, Mark (160kg). As standard we offer a 2 year warranty and 2 600 Siena, to the market. With many new and enhanced the grant to Trustees Elaine Grainger, Sue Jones, Mikeyears Street and on all new Stannah stairlifts. servicing features this new lifts offers more opportunities for users Paul Grainger, said: “Jane Scarth House is an impressive charity that supports local people living with to have a lift where previously they may not have. There are many more features to this lift which you cancer, whether they are patients, friends, family or carers. I am pleased thatdemonstration the Council unit, has been able to can see on our working we are As with all stairlifts they should comply with the British help fundraising to(BS make even for purpose.” located in Romsey town centre next and its European standard EN),the thispremises new model 600more fitconveniently
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Is yOur chIld due TO sTarT schOOl IN sepTember 2018? Fryern Infant School in the heart of chandler’s Ford would like to invite you to come and visit.
Fryern Infant and Junior schools form a unique federation in Chandler’s Ford. Both schools have been judged to be good schools with outstanding features by Ofsted.
“Children in the Reception class thrive because the adults have high expectations of them . Teachers know just what the children need to learn” Ofsted December 2014 Our open mornings are on Wednesday 11th October and Thursday 2nd November. Please contact the school office (02380 265931) to arrange a tour or to book an alternative time.
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The Community Match Funding scheme applies to locations which will not be covered by the Hampshire Superfast Broadband programme, which is already on track to provide 97.4% of the county with superfast broadband access by 2019. The County Council will provide up to half of the funding to match money raised by communities, to help connect the remaining 2.6%.
Leader of HCC, Councillor Roy Perry, said: “Good broadband access is fundamental - people rely on the internet every day, whether it’s for banking and shopping, or learning and working from home. Not only is it vital for the economy of Hampshire, it is also an effective way of delivering modern and accessible public services. This money will allow more people to benefit from what is rapidly becoming an essential service.” Find out more at www.hants.gov.uk/broadband
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TEAM SEEKING NEW PLAYERS Romsey Town Youth Football Club now has a growing girls section and the Under 13 Girls are seeking new players to add to their existing squad. The team has been together for two full seasons and has established a firm base from which to build over the coming years.
The judging panel, that deemed the 13 strong Hampshire Flute Choir to be the best in the country, included celebrated professional flautists Gareth McLearnon and Ana Pucihar, as well as renowned composer/pianist Blaž Pucihar.
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Hampshire County Council’s Music Service Flute Choir wowed the judges at the first ever ‘Flutewise’ national competition, beating off stiff competition from three other finalists to scoop the top prize of £300, in the school age category.
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Houseplants go home Most houseplants need to be just that, plants in houses, but come the summer it usually gives them a real boost to get the higher natural light levels, refreshing (relatively warm) rainfall and seriously fresh air. But now that September is here it is time to bring them indoors – colder nights will cause damage, especially to some of the more tender varieties. Before bringing them in, check your plants over. Use a sharp pair of scissors to remove dead, damaged or dying leaves, cutting back neatly into clean, healthy growth. Next inspect the stems, foliage and any flowers for pests and diseases - it always pays to bring houseplants in totally clean. Look out for white powdery mildew deposits, often accompanied by a bit of leaf yellowing, and check for greyish fuzzy fungal patches caused by the notorious Botrytis or grey mould. Also look for pests like scale insects - tiny brownish elliptical insects which feed beneath leaves or on soft stems, often producing copious quantities of sticky, sugary honeydew - or aphids, which may be found clustered on the more tender, newer growth. These must be dealt with before the plants go indoors, as once inside the pests will flourish in the warmer, more protected
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guests, you may like to treat yourself to a new houseplant or two. There are some wonderful (and good value) houseplants readily available in garden centres and supermarkets now - how about a marvellously elegant moth orchid (Phalaenopsis)? I treated myself to a couple this summer and I know that even with my sometimes erratic care they should keep on performing for By Pippa Greenwood years to come!
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While the organisation of storage is essentially utilitarian, there is always an element of aesthetics, too. Even plain, open-fronted storage comes in a choice of finishes, while bespoke versions could incorporate exotic woods, leather or wicker. In an ideal world, you would match the style of the dressing room to that of your bedroom, picking out colours, finishes and details such as drawer handles and light switches to blend seamlessly from one room to By Katherine Sorrell the other.
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Creating a dressing room area in a bedroom If you don’t have space for a dedicated dressing room, consider sectioning off one end of the bedroom instead. Use a curtain or screen to separate the spaces or build a false wall to act as a headboard and, on the other side, a wardrobe. Make the wall as high as the hanging space needed for your longest clothes, but stop it short of the ceiling to increase the sense of space and light in the room. As with any space-saving storage requirements, ensure that any fitted furniture makes use of the full height and width available, and look for clever fittings such as corner carousels, pull-down hangers and tilting laundry baskets.
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Gluten Free Food Fair in Winchester The Wessex Group of Coeliac UK is holding its sixth Gluten Free Food Fair at the Guildhall in Winchester on Saturday, 7 October, between 11am and 3pm. Jane Devonshire, the winner of the coveted 2016 Master Chef Award, is the guest speaker, and Jane will be in attendance for the whole day.
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Distributors for this magazine The Discover Chandlers Ford magazine is delivered every month by our reliable team of distributors. Although many distributors stay with us for years, teens grow up and adults grow older, meaning that we do regularly have vacancies in the area. We deliver throughout Chandlers Ford, but also in Otterbourne, Hursley and Boyatt Wood.
Flexible work The beauty of this job is that we aren’t asking you to commit to a regular day, nor do we expect you to go out in unsociable hours. All we need is for you to be available once a month (or possibly once every other month) for a few hours, and we give you 5 days to do the delivery. 68
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01489 232229 | 07841 660172 www.plasterforce.co The event is an ideal opportunity to sample and purchase gluten free food offered by the major suppliers and many smaller and local companies. Also at the fair will be members of the Wessex Voluntary Group committee, representatives of Coeliac UK, dieticians from Winchester and Southampton Hospitals and the local Osteoporosis Society. There is also the opportunity for children have a go at biscuit decorating. Multi award winning food specialist Gluten-FreeGourmet will be available throughout the day selling a wide variety of light lunches. Admission: £2 adults, children free. Close to home We try to find a route close to home for you if we can, but if you are an adult we will pay mileage if we ask you to travel more than a mile.
Rates of pay It depends on the route as some are easier than others. But for aged 13-16 (who usually get the easier routes) it’s a minimum of £5.50 per hundred magazines. For adults it’s a minimum of £6.75 a hundred, then there’s a bit extra for including leaflets. It should take around 45 to 60 minutes to deliver 100 magazines, but less time in some areas. How to apply Go to discovermagazines.co.uk/deliveryteam to complete your details and to find out more information
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The Life List
Colourful Language by Derek Thompson Advertising spellbinds some people, while others find it about as interesting as watching paint dry. But when it comes to advertising paint, the labels don’t always make sense. Isn’t it time for a colour palette we can all relate to? WHITES - Sterilised milk you meant to put in the fridge yesterday. The bath needs a clean but it’ll do for now. Celebrity teeth. Unwritten essay page.
REDS - Bloodshot eyes. A tomato juice smoothie. Chilli pepper you shouldn’t try to eat in one bite. Of course I’ll be careful with the needle. ORANGES - I spent too long in the tanning
booth. Rather like the fruit. Road works’ warning lights. Goldfish. YELLOWS - I think that might be infected. The cheese from an in-flight salad. Badly made homemade custard. Come on, referee!
BROWNS - Rusty bicycle abandoned in a hedge. Ditch water. Chocolate brownie. I can’t drink this tea. GREENS - I wouldn’t eat that cheese if I were you. There can’t be any goodness left in these boiled vegetables. Grass stain on a new pair of white jeans. Kermit.
PURPLES - Heavy bruising. That Teletubby with a TV aerial on its head. Red cabbage. Somewhere between blueberries and bluebells. GREYS - Actual British summer sky. It looked more like silver on the tin. Senior citizen in need of a hairstylist. Somewhere between an elephant and a rhinoceros. BLUES - Paraffin. Like the Bayou. We need to put the central heating on. How we remember British summer skies from childhood.
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Recipe
lamb koftas with minted couscous
SERVES 4 Ready in 50 minutes
This flavour-packed dish is great for a late summer lunch or dinner. Serve with warmed flatbreads and tzatziki, if liked. FOR THE KOFTAS
• 350g lean minced lamb • ½ red onion, finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, crushed • 2tsp ground coriander • 2tsp ground cumin • 1tsp smoked paprika • 2tbsp fresh chopped coriander • Squeeze of lemon juice FOR THE COUSCOUS
• 225g couscous • 3tbsp olive oil • 1tbsp lemon juice • ¼ cucumber, finely diced • 4 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped • 3tbsp fresh chopped mint • 4 tomatoes, cut into chunks • Lemon wedges and mint sprigs to garnish 72
1. To make the koftas, place the mince, onion, garlic,
spices, fresh coriander and lemon juice in a food processor. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then process until very finely minced.
2. Divide the mixture into 12 and using clean damp
hands, shape each into an oval. Push each oval onto the end of a long wooden skewer (see tip) and place on a foil-lined grill pan. Cook under a preheated medium grill for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through.
3. Meanwhile, make the couscous. Place the couscous in
a heatproof bowl and pour over 250ml boiling water. Cover and leave to soak for about 10 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed. Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, cucumber, spring onions and mint. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
4. Serve the koftas with the couscous and tomatoes, garnished with lemon wedges and mint sprigs.
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Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes to prevent the ends burning under the grill.
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HOOPING FOR HAPPINESS WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT The Great Hooping for Happiness Guinness World Record attempt will be held at Broadlands, Romsey on Sunday 15 October, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
This brilliant family-oriented event offers something for everyone, so even if you’ve never picked up a hula hoop before, you can still take part in this fun-filled event and you’re sure to have a good time. So, if you want to be a record breaker, then sign up to join the 500 club today, and you will be helping raise funds to support people affected by cancer. If you can’t hoop – don’t worry – a taster class in September will be your chance to try!! For more information email Dottiewoods@aol.com or call 07791 492223.
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The Met comes to Thornden Already known for screening exquisite productions from the Royal Opera House and National Theatre, Thornden Hall is delighted to add productions from The Metropolitan Opera in New York to its cinema line up.
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Featuring the biggest and best names in the world of Opera, The Met is famed for its lavish, inventive and spectacular productions. Operas broadcast as part of the 2017-18 season include Norma, The Magic Flute, Tosca and La Boheme to name but a few.
‘Event Cinema’ is a fantastic way to bring live theatre to the local community. Broadcast live via satellite and projected in High Definition on to our giant 26’ screen. Other upcoming productions include ‘Follies’ starring Imelda Staunton from the National Theatre, Carmen on the Lake from the Bregenz Festival and an evening with John le Carré (author of The Night Manager) from the Royal Festival Hall. Don’t forget, for all these events and more, check out www.ThorndenHall.co.uk
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Digital Print has enabled you to have print on demand ranging from 1 to 3000 copies.
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History
MAN’S BEST FRIEND By Catherine Rose The domestic dog (canis familiaris) has been around for almost 20 thousand years. Despite much speculation, modern research has concluded that all dogs are descended from the grey wolf (canis lupus), although it is difficult to see what some of today’s diverse breeds have in common with them. In the 1960s, ethologist John Scott studied and compared the behaviour of wolves and dogs. He concluded that the latter exhibited 71 out of a total of 90 similar lupine behaviours, laying to rest questions about the origin of one of our favourite pets. Today’s domestic dog is the most varied mammal on earth in terms of shape, size and behaviour. The oldest dog remains have been uncovered at a Palaeolithic site close to the Ukraine. They date back 19 thousand years, the skulls resembling those of modern Siberian huskies. Another Palaeolithic tomb excavated in Israel contained the skeletons of a man and his dog who had been buried together, the man’s hand touchingly resting on the dog’s flank and demonstrating the bond in life between the two. Like man, wolves are sociable pack animals who accept the authority of a group leader. This made them readily adaptable to human leadership, being naturally loyal and able to obey the rules of their pack. Scientists believe that our huntergatherer forefathers took grey wolf puppies from the wild, taming Dogue de and interbreeding Bordeaux breed them to have traits according to the needs of their owners – from being hunting 78
Grey Wolf (canis lupus) at the UK Wolf Conservation Trust
companions to helping herd livestock. This selective breeding meant that some dogs developed an acute sense of smell, hearing or vision, while others developed speed and stamina, or guarding, hunting and retrieving skills. These traits evolved over thousands of years to produce diverse canine types that were then bred within those types to evolve into the domestic dog breeds we have today. We know from murals that dogs were kept by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. Chinese emperors lavished so much care on their canine companions that they were even said to have their own servants. In Europe, owning a dog gained popularity from the 13th century onwards, and during the Middle Ages it became a status symbol. Dogs were referred to as ‘hounds’ (from the Old English word ‘hund’). Selective breeding increased during this era but the term ‘hound’ went on to become a specific canine type with long ears and an acute sense of smell. ‘Dog’ subsequently came into common use to refer to them all. Across the globe, selective breeding according to environment and need continued to produce distinct differences in dogs’ appearance, and breeds with recognisable traits emerged. For example, some dogs were bred to have a longer snout or ears, others to have lighter coloured or longer fur. Today, there are two types of dog coat: the double, originating from wolves and more suited to colder climates, comprising both coarse ‘guard’ hair and a softer downy fur (such as that in golden retrievers for example), and the single
which consists only of a topcoat. Dogs were still largely kept for purpose rather than pleasure until the mid-19th century, when the Victorians made family pet-owning a soughtafter social practice. With it came organised dog shows and the birth of the Kennel Club in 1873 to differentiate between and regulate ‘pure’ or pedigree breeds. Dogs outside of these specialisations came to be known as mixed breed or mongrels. The first Crufts was held in 1891. Unfortunately, with its move away from natural selection, pedigree breeding has resulted in genetic weaknesses within certain dog types. Tail docking – a practice begun to prevent injury and prevalent during the Georgian era following a tax on working dogs – also became a desirable aesthetic trait for specific breeds. In more recent years, docking has attracted controversy and, although still practised, is now often considered unnecessary. Another topic that has also caused global controversy in recent years is the traditional Asian custom of eating dog meat, often killed inhumanely, which seems horrific to the many people who see dogs as companions, pets and helpers. Different dog breeds differ widely in their life spans. Larger dogs tend to be shorter lived: Great Danes, for example, typically only survive eight years. The breed with the shortest lifespan - around five years - is said to be the Dogue de Bordeaux, while the longest-lived breeds are Toy Poodles and Border terriers, both of which can survive for up to 15 years.
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Kaffe Fassett’s colours Mottisfont celebrates the dazzling work of worldrenowned artist Kaffe Fassett, showcasing a wide range of textiles from a career spanning over 50 years. The gallery will be transformed with pools of vibrant colour, providing the perfect backdrop for Kaffe’s distinctive knitwear, tapestry, quilts and more. The exhibition features over 70 works, carefully chosen by Kaffe himself to create an immersive world of colour. There are no typical labels – instead, these pieces will be accompanied by quotes from the artist about his inspirations, setting into context his passion for bold colours and styles.
Loft Services For all your loft needs, from loft conversions, roof windows and floors boarded, to trap door openings enlarged and re-sited.
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Complete paCkage for only £420 3 section spring assisted ladder, electric light and 120sq ft of loft flooring. All fitted and inc of VAT.
Kaffe Fassett’s Colour at Mottisfont runs from 16 September – 14 January 2018.
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RSJ COMPUTER SERVICES SUPPORTING YOUR PC servicing the area since 1976
REPAIR & INSTALLATIONS TO ALL YOUR TV & AUDIO EQUIPMENT LED, LCD, PLASMA TV, HOME CINEMA & PROJECTORS (Installed • Wall Mounted • Repaired)
HIFI and AUDIO repairs | Vhs video to DVD transfer AERIALS & SATELLITE installations and repairs carried out We are a local company repairing and installing most types of home entertainment equipment. Connecting, installing and clearly instructing on its use so you can get the most from your equipment, be it a simple recording to connecting catch up services and downloading your favourite shows. For more information or help with your equipment please call or email us. AGENTS FOR JOHN LEWIS PARTNERSHIP
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NIGEL GUILDER LTD Chandlers Ford’s Only Independent Family Owned Funeral Directors and Monumental Masons Nathan House 27 Hursley Road
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Divorce and Family Law Specialists For a free, no obligation 30 minute consultation please contact Michael Dyer on 01962 841041 Saturday morning appointments available on request. 91 Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DQ
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Help with all aspects of computer care and advice you can trust. Providing a fast and reliable service at a time to suit you, including evenings and weekends. Free collection and return. Check out our website or call Ian on:Telephone: 02381 848078 Mobile: 07786 383241 Email: info@chandlersfordcomputercare.co.uk
Dovetail Framing – where the framer comes to you!
Where the framer comes to you! Enjoy the benefits of: • Making framing choices in the comfort of your own home. • Wide range of mouldings and mount colours. • High quality, professional framing. • Free, no obligation quotations. • Free collection and delivery in the Chandlers Ford area.
Dovetail Framing For advice and to book your consultation please contact Jonathan Birch
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Awbridge picture framer, Jonathan Birch, has qualified as a Guild Certified Framer (GCF), the qualification that recognises skilled framers and allows consumers to find excellent craftsmanship and service. Over 1300 framers worldwide have qualified, and locals are lucky to have one to hand at Dovetail Framing. GCFs are awarded their qualification by the Fine Art Trade Guild, the industry’s trade association. After months of study and preparation, candidates sit a rigorous examination where their skills and knowledge are tested by an independent assessor. Jonathan was selected to receive a national award, which helped him prepare. “Last year I received a scholarship sponsored by the Guild and framing supplier Arqadia, which enabled me to attend a number of courses in preparation for the examination”, he says. “On the day of the assessment, I submitted three pieces of framed work, sat a written examination and carried out practical tests to ensure that I met the Guild’s standards”
Qualifying is not just about pride, but adds value for customers. Jonathan demonstrates an understanding of conservation framing, the use of appropriate materials to avoid future problems and the range of framing options customers may require. Knowledge and technology improve all the time, and key is a commitment to Continuing Professional Development, which is your assurance that you are trusting a craftsman who is knowledgeable and can advise appropriately.
Jonathan remains enthusiastic about the future: “I have enjoyed working with customers over the last few years and look forward to employing new skills to enhance and protect more works of art in the future. If you need help, call on 01794 341274, e-mail on info@dovetailframing.co.uk or visit www. dovetailframing.co.uk – I’ll be delighted to help” 83
back to work The summer is officially over. The holidays are past, the children are back at school and it’s business as usual. Whether that means you are back at work, juggling home and family or simply getting back into a routine of regular commitments, soon we will all be leaving home early, getting back late and moaning there simply aren’t enough hours in the day. That is often the reason I am given for people who put off addressing their personal legal affairs, and that was why, back in 2010, Eric Robinson Solicitors pioneered Saturday morning openings at our Chandlers Ford office. They were so popular, that not only are we doing them seven years later, but all the other branches of Eric Robinson Solicitors have followed suit! If you want to make an appointment, simply use the contact details below or feel free to drop in to talk about any legal matter, whether it is matrimonial, conveyancing or preparing your Will. When I am asked why people should make a Will, my simple answer is for three main reasons - asset protection, ensuring your loved ones are looked after and financial planning. If you do not make a Will the Rules of Intestacy will apply to your estate which would make certain provisions for your family, but in a completely arbitrary way. These rules also make limited provision for a spouse. They would only receive the first £250,000 (plus personal possessions) of your
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Open Saturday Mornings Emily Taylor is Partner and Head of Wills, Trusts & Succession at Eric Robinson Solicitors on Brownhill Road in Chandlers Ford. She can be contacted on 023 8025 4676 or emily.taylor@ericrobinson.co.uk For more information on this or any legal matter visit www.ericrobinson.co.uk 84
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TEST VALLEY FLYING THE FLAG Valley Park Woodlands Local Nature Reserve and Romsey War Memorial Park, have been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as amazing green spaces worth celebrating. The outdoor spaces are among a record-breaking 1,797 UK parks and green spaces that will receive a prestigious Green Flag Award – the mark of a quality park or green space. Romsey War Memorial Park has now won the award for ten consecutive years while Valley Park has eight.
This international award, now into its third decade, is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities. Community and Leisure Portfolio Holder, Councillor Tony Ward, said: “We are absolutely delighted to receive Green Flag Awards for another year. We know how much it means to residents and visitors to have high quality green spaces.” International Green Flag Award scheme manager Paul Todd said: “We are delighted to be celebrating another record-breaking year for the Green Flag Award scheme. Each flag is a celebration of the thousands of staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the high standards demanded by the Green Flag Award.” For further information call 01264 368107.
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The best solutions for students and schoolwork It’s that time of year again: schools, colleges and universities are readying for a new term and parents are running around trying to get everything their children need. Increasingly that includes technology, whether that’s a basic laptop for younger children’s homework or an all-rounder for studying, social media and streaming video at home or in student accommodation.
It’s worth thinking about streaming video if your children are staying away from home, because you can get almost all the TV you want for free, entirely legally, via the internet and most catch-up TV apps (BBC Iplayer does need a licence). There’s no need for a pricey Sky or Virgin contract, just a decent broadband service. If video is going to be a key thing, make sure whatever you buy has a good-sized screen or buy a Chromecast, which enables you to stream video from your computer to a TV. The best all-rounder is a Windows 10 laptop, and you’ll find lots of really good bargains from the likes of Dell, Lenovo, HP, Acer and Asus around the £400 mark. 1
There’s another option: tablets such as the iPad. Previously we’ve said they aren’t really ideal for serious work but that’s changed with the arrival of the iPad Pro, which is a genuine alternative to a powerful laptop. It’s pricey though (from £619) with another £159 for a keyboard cover or £99 for the Apple Pencil (£99).
In the unlikely event that your child doesn’t already have a phone, give Apple a miss unless you’re really fond of their products or don’t care about the cost: Lenovo’s 2 P2 and the Moto G5 are both brilliant Android smartphones and cost less than £150 SIMfree. And if they need an e-reader, Amazon’s all-conquering Kindle remains the one to get - but you don’t need to buy the top-end Kindle Voyage (£169): the basic Kindle is just £59.99 and does the job perfectly well.
It’s worth checking your insurance policies too, especially if your children will be moving out for college or university. Your home insurance might already cover your children’s gadgets when they’re away from home, but don’t assume that’s the case - and if they do, check the excesses, which might be higher than the cost of repairing or replacing a gadget. The same applies to any contents insurance you may take out for your children’s accommodation. Lots of companies have insurance policies specifically designed for students’ computers and smartphones, and sites such as money.co.uk enable you to compare the cover, cost and excesses quickly. We’d particularly recommend insurance that covers you for accidental damage: if something can be dropped, smashed or accidentally covered in liquid, it probably will be. Main Image- iPad Pro 10.5” £619. 1. Google Chromecast £30-£69. 2. Lenovo P2, around £300. 89
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VICEROY’S HOUSE 25 Sep 3.30pm & 7pm Romsey Town Hall, 1 Market Place, Romsey SO51 8YZ Tickets £6 available from Town Hall Office 01794 512837 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/ romseytowncouncil
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 1-31 Oct Celebrate Southampton’s multicultural heritage with a series of events throughout the month. Music, exhibitions, talks and more. culturesouthampton.org.uk/blackhistory-month
ROMSEY FILM FESTIVAL 26 Sep to 3 Oct At various venue around the town. 01794 517014 or 07850 449 484
RAINBOW RUN, HAMPSHIRE 1 Oct Fairthorne Manor, Curdridge, Southampton SO30 2GH This 3k fun run is not about speed or fitness, it’s about celebration, having crazy fun with friends, family and colleagues. 01962 760060 www.naomihouse.org. uk/events/523-rainbow-runhampshire
MAYDAY PARADE 28 Sep 7.30pm Engine Rooms, Southampton SO15 1GZ Mayday Parade “A Lesson in Romantics” 10th Anniversary Tour. “NO SEX, PLEASE - WE’RE BRITISH!” 28-30 Sep 7.30-pm Bishopstoke Memorial Hall, Riverside, Bishopstoke SO50 6LQ Bishopstoke Players Present this riotous comic. 07871 006551 www.bishopstokeplayers.uk MANFORD’S COMEDY CLUB 29 Sep 7pm start at 8pm The Stage Door, 78 West Marlands Rd, Southampton, SO14 7FW This live comedy show features four brilliant comedians from around the UK. www.manfordscomedyclub. com or 0161 222 0460
EASTLEIGH FILM INDUSTRY DAY 24 Sep, 7pm The Point, Leigh Rd, SO50 9DE The perfect opportunity for aspiring filmmakers and earlystage professionals to learn more about the film industry. 02380 619722 www.techub-eastleigh. gov.uk
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 30 Sep 3.30pm & 7pm Romsey Town Hall, 1 Market Place, Romsey SO51 8YZ Tickets £6 available from Town Hall Office 01794 512837 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/ romseytowncouncil
SEASONAL BAKING DEMONSTRATIONS 24 Sep 11am-3pm Winchester City Mill, Bridge Street, Winchester SO23 0EJ See how delicious bread, cakes, biscuits are made. 01962 870057 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events
HARVEST FESTIVAL 30 Sep-1 Oct 9 The Cl, Winchester SO23 9LS Visit the Hampshire Harvest Weekend for a weekend of food and farming fun in the Cathedral Close. www.winchester-cathedral. org.uk
WINCHESTER CLARENDON MARATHON 1 Oct Run from Salisbury to Winchester on the ancient Clarendon Way. www.clarendon-marathon.co.uk TWYFORD WATERWORKS AUTUMN RALLY 1 Oct Hazeley Rd, Twyford SO21 1QA The very popular end of season rally - steam engines, cars, stationary engines, demonstrations, displays and more! 01962 714 716 HEALTHY LIVING SHOW 1 Oct Guildhall Winchester Explore 40 stalls offering a range of vegan, vegetarian, organic and sugar-free products. SOUTHAMPTON CONCERT ORCHESTRA FAMILY FAVOURITES CONCERT 1 Oct 3.30pm Thornden Hall, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 2DW A family-friendly concert including music from Frozen, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Lord and the Rings, as well as some more established favourites from Humperdinck and Tchaikovsky. 07985 933538
APPLEFEST 1 Oct, 10-4pm Hill Farm, Droxford Rd, Swanmore, Southampton, SO32 2PY Everything Appley! A fabulous free, food and fun filled day out for everyone. RAINBOW RUN, HAMPSHIRE 1 Oct 11am Fairthorne Manor, Curdridge, SO30 2GH You’ll be pelted with powdered paint as you make your way around the course, creating the most colourful spectacle for the people of Hampshire! Each participant will receive a medal and a t-shirt. 01962 760060 WINCHESTER COMEDY FESTIVAL 5-8 Oct Venues: Theatre Royal Winchester, Discover Centre, Greens Wine Bar & The Railway Pub www. winchestercomedyfestival.co.uk BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE’S HISTORY WEEKEND 2016 6-8 Oct Various locations, Winchester SO23 8UJ A rare opportunity to hear from some of the world’s leading historians and authors on a range of topics. www.historyweekend. com/winchester THE GRUFFALO 6-8 Oct Theatre Royal Winchester, Jewry Street, Winchester, SO23 8SB Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. 01962 840440 or www. theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/ the-gruffalo SOUTHAMPTON REPAIR CAFE 7 October 10.30-12.30 Freemantle URC church hall, 257 Shirley Road, Southampton, SO15 3HS A place to bring your broken items for repair. Most portable items tackled. repaircafe@ transitionsouthampton.org www. transitionsouthampton.org
AMPFIELD MARKET 7 Oct, 10-12pm Ampfield Village Hall SO51 9BJ Food and craft tables, fresh coffee and home-made cakes all morning. 02380 254587 AUTUMN CONTRASTS 7 Oct 7.30pm Romsey Abbey, Romsey SO51 8EP Southampton Concert Wind Band and The Mountbatten Community Choir. A celebration of community music-making with voices and band combining in a variety of musical styles. Unreserved £10 (concessions £8), Children £2. www.ticketsource. co.uk/musicinromsey or 01794 512987 WINCHESTER POETRY FESTIVAL 7-9 Oct Inspiring poetry: a three day celebration of readings, discussion and workshops www. winchesterpoetryfestival.org VILLAGE HALL QUIZ NIGHT 7 Oct 7.30pm Fair Oak Village Hall, Shorts Road, Fair Oak, SO50 7EJ This popular event is for teams of up to six people. 02380 692298/02380 602282 A FRENCH BRONCANTE FLEA MARKET 8 Oct 9.30am-3.30pm High St Bishops Waltham, SO32 1GH A mixture of antiques, collectables, curios, vintage, retro, bric-a-brac, vinyl records and those ‘musthave’ quirky finds from traders, as well as people just wanting a clear out. www.lovebishopswaltham. com 07514 680872 / 023 8061 1068 SAM BROOKES 8 Oct 7.30pm Joiners, 141 St Mary St, Southampton, SO14 1NS London based songsmith Sam Brookes is one of the UK alt-folk’s best kept secrets. 02381 782021 WALKING TOUR OF WINCHESTER’S HISTORIC SITES AND BEST REAL ALE PUBS 9 Oct Albion Public House, 2 Stockbridge Rd, Winchester, SO23 7BZ This guided walking tour combines sightseeing with local beer in some of the city’s best real ale pubs. 02380 970460
THE ZOOKEEPER’S WIFE 9 Oct 3.30pm & 7pm Romsey Town Hall, 1 Market Place, Romsey SO51 8YZ Tickets £6 available from Town Hall Office 01794 512837 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/ romseytowncouncil STICK MAN 13-15 Oct Theatre Royal, Winchester, SO23 8SB Touching, funny and utterly original, Scamp Theatre’s adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man. 01962 840440 or www. theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/ stick-man AUTUMN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL AND SCARECROW AVENUE 14 Oct, 12pm Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley SO31 5GA A charity festival to celebrate the very best of Autumnal. www.jst. hampshire.org.uk LITTLE PICKLES MARKETS 15 Oct 2pm-3.30pm Thornden School, Winchester Rd, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2DW A family market with nearly new tables for hire to sell baby/ children’s items. 07412 058677 THE GREAT HOOPING FOR HAPPINESS 15 Oct 1pm Broadlands Estates, SO51 0PQ Please join us for a fun-filled three hours supporting Macmillan Cancer Support. 07791 492223 DIESEL WEEKEND 20-22 Oct Watercress Line, Station Road, Alresford Join us for a weekend of heritage diesels running to an intensive timetable. www.watercressline.co.uk ZOMBIE RUN 21 Oct 5.30pm Beaulieu Motor Museum, New Forest, SO42 7ZN Enter the 3km Zombie Fun Run. There will be prizes for the best fancy dress and their very own zombies will surprise you as you travel along the 3km route. Each participant will receive a medal. 01962 760060 or www.naomihouse. org.uk/events/547-the-zombie-run 93
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“I was hardly able to walk due to severe pain in my back and my cholesterol was very high. I never expected to lose the amount of weight I did over such a short space of time. The staff were all amazing and supportive, the programme easy to follow, the food enjoyable and the results speak for themselves. I would whole heartedly recommend Alevere to anyone who wants to safely lose weight and improve their health and lifestyle.” Teresa
Alevere Therapy is a revolution in the medical treatment of excessive weight and body shape problems.
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Alevere is available at Dr Xavier’s Clinic
Dr Xavier G Medi-Spa Clinic. 25 Queens Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3BQ.
Transform your body...
& your life!
xavier-g.com
Teresa after treatment
tel:023 80 637 638