Discover Chandlers Ford September 2013

Chandlers Ford Edition inc Otterbourne & Hursley

September 2013

DIRECTORIES

Go! Rhinos Full story p11

Upfront & Personal:

Meet Kay Murrant of Pomp & Petals p19 Also inside this Late Summer issue...

Exton Walk, Local Events and Notices, Business Features and much more!

This issue is sponsored by Marwell Zoo & Go! Rhinos - see p11

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Discover Magazines Distribution - Discover Chandlers Ford is delivered to two alternating areas of the SO53 postcode with a total distribution of 12,600 over the two months. On the odd numbered months it goes to: Knightwood, Valley Park, North Millers Dale, South Millers Dale, homes south of Hiltingbury Rd to the Central Precinct, and Hursley Rd. On the even numbered months the directory goes to homes north of Flexford and Hiltingbury Rds, Scantabout, Peverells Wood, Toynbee/Bodycoats Rd, Chalvington Rd areas also Hursley and parts of Otterbourne.

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It should be the first week of September when you receive your magazine this time round. Schools and colleges are heading back, and summer holiday memories are fading as quickly as your tan, no doubt.

Tania Houston

Melanie (my business partner) and I had great plans to have a nice leisurely summer. However it was not to be! A too-good-to-ignore business opportunity unexpectedly came up just before I went abroad on the 6th July, meaning that I did have to do some emailing and phone calls (and poor Melanie had a ton of extra stuff to do as well as ‘holding the fort’).

However the result is that we have just launched two additional magazines covering Locks Heath and Fareham, bringing the total to 10 editions.

You might imagine that DO YOU USE A SMART PHONE? behind the scenes, Discover Magazines is a big office To save our contact details direct to your smart phone, use with staff, cars and shiny I-nigma QR code reader APP computers. But far from it, all and scan for instant download. of us in the team work from home, some local, some not.

With the wonders of technology we have been able to set up systems that wouldn’t be any better even if we were in the same room.

What I’m saying is that if you are thinking of starting a business – and more people do in September and January than any other time - renting an office or taking on the commitment of staff isn’t always essential.

If I could offer two tips to start out with they would be firstly, use one of our advertisers to set up your technology (look under Computer Services in the index); and secondly go to peopleperhour.com to find freelancers (or to become one yourself).

Tania PS: Of course if you do start your own business, there’s no better place to advertise that than here!

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Is your child due to start school in September 2014?

"Caring Now for Future Success"

Come and see our learning environment and all it has to offer for children aged 4-7 years old.

VISITING TIMES Friday 4th October 9.30 - 11.00am Saturday 5th October 10.00 - 11.30am Thursday 10th October 9.30 - 11.00am Wednesday 6th November 9.30 - 11.00am Thursday 14th November 9.30 - 11.00am Wednesday 20th November 4.00 - 5.00pm Friday 10th January 2014 9.30 - 11.00am

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CONTENTS

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Short Story

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Hampshire Walks

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Concorde Classics Car Show

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Rhinos & Ringtails

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Gardening

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Heritage Open Days

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Finance

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Puzzles

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Around Britain Trivia

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Upfront & Personal

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Motoring

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Anniversary Celebrations

Open Evenings

Wednesday 9th & Thursday 10th October 2013 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Your chance to find out more about courses and life at sixth form college Tel: 023 8036 7200 | www.barton-peveril.ac.uk Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh SO50 5ZA

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Discover the difference at Barton Peveril Barton Peveril is committed to helping all its students reach their full potential, both through their grades and an education for life.

16-19 year-olds travel from a wide area of south central Hampshire to be part of the college’s success story. A comprehensive bus network covers Porchester and Fareham in the east, extending along the M27 corridor and Southampton to Totton, Romsey, Whiteparish and Lockerley. To the north, buses run from King’s Worthy, Winchester and throughout the Meon Valley. Eastleigh and Southampton Parkway rail stations are both within easy walking distance.

Barton Peveril staff take an equal interest in the aspirations and achievements of each individual and know that a valuable sixth form experience is about much more than consistently strong exam results.

Outstanding support and guidance, specialist advice for high-achieving students, bespoke programmes for talented sports people and the flexibility for everyone to choose the most appropriate subjects for their interests and career choices are just part of what makes Barton Peveril such a vibrant, friendly and positive learning community.

From drama and music productions to international trips; sporting challenges to clubs, societies and additional courses, the emphasis is firmly on broadening the mind and developing creative, communication, problem-solving and many of the other skills valued by universities and employers alike.

Seeing is believing and prospective students and their parents are invited to discover the difference for themselves at the college’s next open evenings on Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th October, 5.30pm – 8.30pm.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT www.barton-peveril.ac.uk, call 023 8036 7200 or email enquiries@barton.ac.uk

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A SHORT STORY

The Cream Jug Story by Jackie Brewster

Cheryl said,

him in spite of herself.

“You know what I’d like to try?

Potholing.” You could have knocked Ken down with a feather.

He said,

Ken thought they’d finally come to blows when Frank insisted she wear a safety helmet. It was all very well for him but Ken knew how long Cheryl spent on her hair every morning. She gave that mop more attention than she gave him.

Reluctantly, she clipped the thing on muttering about health and safety gone mad. Ken didn’t dare let her see him laughing.

“Where’s this idea come from?”

She explained that Donna tried it recently and had been raving about it ever since. Cheryl never liked to be outdone by Donna. That’s sisters for you. Ken joked, “Aren’t you worried about breaking a nail?” And she said tartly, “Sometimes, Ken, you’ve just got to get a bit dirty.” He was surprised and said, “Fine, you arrange it.” So he left it with her.

They turned up on the day at a car park on the edge of Bower Crags and met the instructor, a nice lad called Frank. There was also a couple from Kidderminster and an older chap who never spoke. Frank took one look at Cheryl’s peep toe mules, and said, ‘You’ll need to change your footwear.” He offered her some battered Wellington boots, which she pulled on most begrudgingly.

Then Frank handed them all a set of waterproof overalls. Cheryl turned very sulky. Ken tried cheering her up by pointing out that her linen slacks were dry clean only, and it was better to be safe than sorry. She had to agree with 8

They assembled at the mouth of the cave and Frank gave an introductory talk on potholing. Ken wished Cheryl could have paid more attention but she was texting Donna. She insisted she could text and listen at the same time. ‘Who’s she trying to kid?’ Ken thought, ‘Cheryl can’t listen even when she’s not doing anything at all’.

Finally Frank said, “Right we’re ready to go in.” Cheryl looked up from her phone and asked, “Is that where we’re getting the clay from?” He looked surprised and said, “Yes, there’s lots of slippery clay in these caves, so go steady now.”

Cheryl nudged Ken gleefully saying,

One by one, crocodile-style, they entered the mouth of the cave.

Cheryl did Ken proud. She squeezed through every tight passageway, crawled on her hands and knees, and even dragged herself along on her stomach, getting absolutely filthy with not a peep of complaint. Though Ken was right at the back and couldn’t hear a word anyone was saying anyway. But Cheryl did it, and that’s the main thing.

“You’re a star Cheryl!” Ken said, as they emerged, squelching, into the daylight. Yet Cheryl seemed bewildered.

“When do we get started on the potter’s wheel?” She frowned, looking around.

“Why would we need one of them dear?” Ken asked gently, concerned the darkness had affected her mind.

“I thought we were going potholing,” she snapped.

“That’s right, and we did,” he said.

“Potholing, caving, spelunking – call it what you like.” Her mouth dropped open,

“Donna never got her clay from a cave.”

“I’ve only gone and mistaken potholing for pottery making,” she said, turning pale. “All I wanted was to make a cream jug like the one Donna made.”

Ken had no idea what she was on about, but was pleased that they were finally one up on Donna.

“You could still make a jug,” Ken replied. “After all, you’re wearing enough clay.”

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Neutering Cats Did you know there are an estimated 2 million stray cats in the UK? Females can be become pregnant again soon after giving birth (before weaning), so without intervention the UK cat population would soon be out of control.

Neutering both male and females cats is so important, not just for the purpose of birth control, but also for a multitude of health benefits and prevention of unwanted behaviour like spraying and fighting.

Cats can reproduce from as young as 4 months of age, hence we advise that cats are neutered between 4-6 months of age, depending on circumstances.

Here at Cats at Seadown neutering costs as little as £47.34 for a male and £65 for a female (conducted under general anaesthesia) including routine postOP checks Certain Charities, such as Cats Protection League, offer financial assistance to help with the costs of neutering.

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rhino sculptures in one place from 10-14 October at Marwell Zoo before the large ones are auctioned off for charity and the small ones go back to the schools that painted them.

At Marwell Zoo, the playful ring-tailed coatis have moved into their new home and are enjoying displaying their fantastic climbing skills, to the delight of visitors. Three adorable snow leopard cubs are also out and about delighting visitors with their playful antics! Born in April these balls of fluff are sure to melt your heart as they quickly learn from mum. So come and watch them as they explore their new home and find their feet.

Ring-Tailed Coatis showing their climing skills

Rhinos and Ringtails

Coming soon to Marwell is the Halloween Festival (26 October - 3 November): carve out a pumpkin, watch the animals enjoying pumpkin treats and ride the ghost train if you dare! And don’t forget Christmas at Marwell - book your tickets online now as this event will sell out well before November. www.marwell.org.uk

Don’t miss the spectacular art extravaganza Go! Rhinos ending on 22 September. The free familyfriendly trail has been a huge hit on the streets and parks of Southampton - see them all before they leave the city. There’s a free smartphone app to help you locate all of Marwell’s colourful and unique works of art and you can download a free map from www.gorhinos.co.uk.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Finance Save Money Now Winter might seem like some time away but you can save money by preparing for it now.

Some services and products have lower prices while the weather is warmer and there are still offers on insulation and boilers so start work now before winter arrives and the prices go up.

Switch your bills now It’s a great time to switch to a cheaper provider as the major providers typically start to increase their prices any day now, just in time for winter.

Find a copy of your last gas and electricity bills, go to the energyswitching page on Moneymagpie. com and find a cheaper deal for yourself.

It’s often worth considering one of the smaller suppliers to obtain a better price. You could save up to £60 a year by moving to a smaller supplier. Sainsbury’s Energy, First Utility, Ovo Energy and The CoOperative Energy all trumped the major suppliers for cheaper tariffs in early 2013.

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Make hay while the sun shines

If you want to stick to one of the major suppliers you may be eligible for discounted bills through the government’s ECO (Energy Company Obligation) scheme.

The ECO scheme offers heating and insulation improvements for low-income and means tested households. You’re eligible for the scheme if you receive certain benefits; see www.gov.uk/energycompany-obligation for the full list. You can apply through the Energy Saving Trust on 0300 123 1234.

Once you have switched to the best-priced deal, the next step is to make sure your home retains heat with the efficiency of an oldtime dragon.

Boilers If your boiler is coming to the end of its life, now is a good time to have it replaced. Most boilers over 15 years old can be repaired to keep them working, but they will be less efficient than modern ones. Even factoring in the cost

of a new boiler you could save money by replacing it now.

Also, you could receive up to £270 cashback for updating your boiler through the new government energy improvement scheme, The Green Deal Cashback Scheme.

The scheme will give you money back if you make energy efficiency improvements in your home such as installing a new boiler, having loft or cavity wall insulation done, improving heating, draught proofing, double glazing and installing renewable energy such as solar panels.

The Green Deal is available to households in England and Wales and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. You can apply even if you are renting privately or in social housing providing the landlord can pay for installations costs.

Firstly, have a Green Deal assessment carried out on your property which will provide you with a report of what could be improved. Then agree to a quote or Green Deal plan with a Green Deal Provider. You can find them online

through www.greendealorb.co.uk/ consumersearch.

Once you have agreed the quote, apply for the Green Deal Cashback Voucher at www. gdcashback.decc.gov.uk. Make sure you have the work completed before the voucher expires and you’ll receive your cashback within 30 days.

Insulation Now is a great time to get upto-date insulation as it’s a quiet period for installers. Insulation materials are also much cheaper to buy in the summer and early autumn when the demand is low, so it’s worth checking out B&Q or Homebase. Efficient insulation can cut the cost of heating and cooling by 40%, while loft insulations save an average 20% on your energy bills annually.

Don’t forget you can also find loft

insulation vouchers on websites like Groupon as well as applying for the Green Deal.

Draught-proofing Draught-proofing is one of the cheapest and most efficient ways to save energy in your home. The Energy Saving Trust claims you can save £55 a year.

You could save more money by taking the DIY route; materials should set you back around £100 while a professional might cost double this. Some older properties with single glazing will be more difficult to draughtproof however and if you are not comfortable with your DIY skills, hiring a professional could save you money in the long run. Check with your home insurance policy before carrying out work yourself to ensure that you are covered for any mishaps.

Plumbers Summer and early autumn is a slower time of year for plumbers so you could find the rates more favourable, and you’ll also be able to get the work completed quickly.

Have any pipe repairs or radiator work done now to eliminate cold spots and fix wasteful dripping taps. It’s also worth having the plumbers in just to check everything is ship shape for winter.

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by TSSP. She is maintained and operated entirely by volunteers and resides in Southampton’s Eastern Docks. TSSP was recently awarded a £1.4 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund South East.

TSSP MD, Graham Mackenzie said: “This grant means that in addition to her silver anniversary, we can look forward to celebrating her ‘golden anniversary’ too.

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UPFRONT & PERSONAL

The People Behind Your Local Businesses Kay Murrant was feeling a little down after a family death, and a friend insisted on dragging her out to a flower arranging event at the local village hall. Little did she know at the time that this would lead to the start of a whole new way of life for Kay and her family.

Watching the flower arranging demo that night inspired me. I returned home to my husband and three boys determined to make the most of my life. I convinced my husband that with our youngest son going off to school, now was the perfect time to follow my passion of flowers.

I had always created floral arrangements for the family but started creating centre pieces for friends’ parties and special occasions, gradually building up my knowledge and confidence.

This could easily have been enough to keep me busy (my husband certainly hoped so) but pre-family I had run my own sign writing business and I knew I could do more. I was fortunate that I had been able to be a full time mother while the boys were babies, but now I needed to do something for me.

So, I enrolled on an intensive floristry course in London, run by world renowned florist Jane Packerand so began the arduous daily commute to London. The long days proved a swift and steep learning curve for us all (my husband and sons had to master the oven, washing machine and vacuum cleaner!)

The course taught me to became more aware of the importance of seasonal flowers and foliage, through to the complexity of wiring full shower bridal bouquets.

Newly qualified I set up Pomp and Petals, creating a studio and website, slowly building my reputation for a bespoke design service. I feel truly privileged to provide flowers for weddings and only take on one wedding per day to ensure first class service.

I then ran a successful Christmas Wreath Making workshops and now I regular run floral workshops throughout the year. I really enjoy passing on skills and sharing my love of flowers and take great satisfaction in seeing happy people take home their own floral creations, inspired to try further designs at home.

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Exton Walk Walk Distance approx 6.5 miles from the Shoe Inn Exton lies just off the A32 Droxford to West Meon road in the Meon Valley. Park in the Shoe Inn (SO32 3NT) car park located on Shoe Lane. Authorisation to park is required (01489 877526). Alternatively, drive through the village almost back to the A32 and park in the small lay-by opposite the entrance to Manor Farm.

This walk is described from the Shoe Inn. On leaving the pub, turn left towards the church, follow the lane through the village for 200 yards to a ‘T’ junction and turn right.

Keep straight on until you join the main A32. Cross the road onto a footpath signed “No through road”.

Cross a footbridge over the Meon River. Trace this path for around 400 yards and with barns in front of you and a path joining from the left, turn left along the signed ‘South Downs Way’.

Cross a section of wooden duckboards and walk along the narrow footpath between hedge and tree lined fields that narrows down to a gully and climbs steadily for some 600 yards. *Climb some wooden steps up to the disused railway track bed and turn left; walkers and cyclists can be seen heading up from the right from Wickham. Beacon Hill on your left and Old Winchester 20

Hill on your right are occasionally glimpsed through the trees.

Keep going straight for approximately 1200 yards ignoring other paths and tracks until you descend onto a minor road. Cross the road and climb the opposite bank to return to the track bed.

Continue along the track for a further 1800 yards until it passes under a road bridge. Access to this road is by walking further along to a footpath joining from the left for another 200 yards then turning left back on yourself up the slope to the road above.

Turn left and walk along the road past Hayden Barn Cottage on the left. The road climbs steadily

uphill for some 600 yards.

Approaching the top of the hill, turn right onto a gravel track signed ‘Peake Farm’ and also signed as Monarch’s Way. Follow this track towards the farm for a good 1000 yards. At a left hand bend, ignore the track going straight on into a field. Follow the track around towards the farm, passing some fields with show jumping fences and stables for the local horses.

At the farm buildings, turn sharp right onto a waymarked footpath running between fields. The path emerges onto a metalled road to Peakes Farm.

Turn left at the road. Walk approximately 50 yards then turn right along the side of a barn.

Follow the path around the end of the barn and then along the left hand boundary of a field.

Turn left through a gateway at the field boundary to join a concrete and tarmac farm track.

Follow the signed path left along the right-hand boundary of a field, which switches half way up into a field requiring the walk to continue on the left hand edge. The path climbs steadily uphill, but offers some stunning views across mid Hampshire, Old Winchester Hill and surrounding areas.

At the top of the rise, turn left along the field fence line and follow the path as it turns right along the left hand side of the field.

At the end of the field, turn right onto the South Downs Way footpath leading away from Old Winchester Hill. The path meanders downhill alongside field boundaries with chalky conditions underfoot and some 1500 yards of twisting decent.

HISTORICAL NOTE...

In 940 AD, the village of Exton carried the name of East Seaxnatune meaning the farmstead of the East Saxons.

At the bottom of the hill, turn left into woodland.

Follow the path left ignoring paths merging from the right.

The 13th century church of St Peter and Paul was heavily restored in 1847.

*Climb some wooden steps to the railway track bed.

Cross straight over and descend more steps onto the footpath used on your outward journey (as shown in the dialogue marked).

In 1801, the population of Exton was 224. By 1901 it had grown slightly to 299 persons but reduced again to 230 in 2001.

Follow the footpath back to the A32, cross the road into Church Lane and retrace your steps back to your car.

A downloadable pdf of the walk and en enlarged map is available online at www.discovercommunity.co.uk

The Meon Valley railway line was opened for business in June 1903 to connect Alton to Fareham and Gosport. It was one of Hampshire’s least successful railway enterprises and closed in 1955.

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Discover Hampshire’s Heritage

Every year on four days in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors. It is a oncea-year chance to discover architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities that bring local history and culture to life.

So much to see and do Free of charge and right on your doorstep, Heritage Open Days is an event for everyone, whatever their background, age and ability.

From castles to city halls, tunnels to tower tops, police cells to private homes, workshops to woodland walks, the variety of places and ways to discover them are endless.

Opening doors, eyes and minds Heritage Open Days celebrates what makes local communities and neighbourhoods special.

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Roots After a first pilot in Gosport proved a success, the now defunct Civic Trust established Heritage Open Days in 1994 as England’s contribution to the European Heritage Days.

Starting out with some 700 sites, Heritage Open Days has since developed into Britain’s largest and most popular grassroots heritage event, with participation more than doubling during the first decade of the millennium.

This year the focus is on the people who create history – from lords of the manor to shopkeepers, factory owners, merchants and monarchs.

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contributions they have made to our heritage landscape.

Local Events There is so much happening for Heritage Open Days that it’s impossible to list everything here.

There is a particularly full program of events in Gosport which you can see at www. gosportheritage.co.uk.

Details of all events both locally and further afield can be found on www.heritageopendays. org.uk. Here’s a selection of a few that we think are particularly interesting.

Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum Swanwick Lane, SO31 7HB Come along and see the last remaining steam driven brickworks in the country. http://tinycc/bursledonbrickworks.

12th September only.

“Heritage Open Days is the perfect way to round off a scorching summer in England,” says Loyd Grossman, Patron of Heritage Open Days.

“Everyone loves taking a peek behind closed doors and Heritage Open Days offers the chance to discover stories from the past in every city, town and village around the country.”

St Alban’s Church Open Day & 8th Anniversary Exhibition Tulip Road, SO16 3BB Church open for viewing.

Talks and tours. Open tower climbing the tower at one’s own risk! Refreshments, bookstall, children’s trail and refreshments.

14th September only St Deny’s Church Dundee Road, SO17 2ND A fine example of a Victorian church, designed and built by celebrated architect George Gilbert-Scott. All original features retained, including relics from medieval priory. Church hosts one of the largest and oldest Grand Organs in Hampshire, parts of which date from 1750 and were played by Handel. A picture quiz for families and toys on site.

Refreshments available.

14th September only The Town Hall A fantastic chance to visit the Civic Wing of Gosport Town Hall to view items, which are not usually visible to the public. These include artifacts such as beautiful silverware, magnificent paintings and the other unusual and historic gifts.

12th September, book 023 9252 2944 or email tickets@ gosportheritage.co.uk.

Below Victory’s Water Line Join one of HMS Victory’s tour guides for a unique chance to go below the water line. Walk under 3500 tonnes of ship and view Victory’s keel at close range for a completely different perspective of

the ship. 12 – 15 September. To book: 023 9283 9766. groups@ historicdockyard.co.uk Shedfield Old Tower This 184-year old tower is all that remains of the original chapel of ease at Shedfield. The tower has been meticulously restored after many years of fundraising and a Heritage Lottery Fund grant. 14th & 15th September. No Booking required.

Townhill Park House and Gardens, The Gregg School, Townhill Park House Cutbush Lane, Southampton, SO18 3RR Townhill Park House, was built in 1856 and extended in 1912.

It was previously owned by Lord Swaythling and is now a school.

There are 23 acres of grounds, including formal gardens designed by Gertrude Jekyll recently renovated by the Friends

of the Gardens. 15th September.

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Court Barn Conservative Club Court Barn Lane, Broom Way, Lee on the Solent, PO13 9NZ. Discover how this 16th century listed building has developed over the past 400 years from a court barn to a farmer’s family home to today’s use as a social venue. Guided tours lasts approx 45mins. 12th, 13th & 14th. Book 023 9255 0448, courtbarn@btconnect.com Bay House – Gosport’s only stately home, this was a stylish retreat from the grime of Victorian London. Visitors can look beyond its current use as a senior school to view evocative photographs and period features of the house, explore the estate grounds and pet cemetery. 14th and 15th September. No booking required.

Motor Launch Medusa – a tour of the restored ship which led Americans to Omaha Beach in 1944. Medusa is the last of her class in sea-going condition.

12th to 15th September inclusive.

The Diving Museum No2 Battery, Stokes Bay Road, Gosport, PO12 2QU The Diving Museum exhibits a wide range of diving equipment, old and new, as used by the Royal Navy, the diving industry and sports divers. External exhibits include diving bells, chambers and an ‘Iron Man’. 12th to 15th inclusive.

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Around Britain 5 Famous Trees 1. Boscobel, Shropshire Boscobel House in Shropshire was once home to The Royal Oak, the tree in which Charles II hid whilst fleeing from the Roundheads after the Battle of Worcester in 1651. The original tree was destroyed in the 18th century, but one of its descendants, now 300 years old, stands in its place.

2. Fortingall, Perthshire A yew tree in the Perthshire village of Fortingall is almost certainly the oldest tree in Europe, with estimates of its age reaching a staggering 5,000 years old – it would already have been 1,000 years old when the Pyramids were built.

3. Hatfield, Hertfordshire On 17 November 1558, Elizabeth Tudor was sat beneath an oak tree in the gardens of what is now Hatfield House when she received news that her sister Mary had died, and that she was now Queen of England. The tree, now known as the Queen Elizabeth Oak, is found on the Hatfield coat of arms.

4. Runnymede, Berkshire King John signed the Magna Carta beneath the Ankerwyke Yew in Runnymede, Berkshire, in 1215. It is also thought that the tree served as a meeting place for Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn in the 1530s.

5. Southwell, Nottinghamshire The first Bramley apple was grown in Southwell in Nottinghamshire from a seed planted by MaryAnn Brailsford in 1809. The apple takes its name from Matthew Bramley, a local merchant who bought the garden containing the tree in 1846. © Taken from The British Isles: A Trivia Gazetteer by Paul Anthony Jones, out now.

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70 Year Celebration 70 Year Celebration: A celebration on Saturday 7th September 2013 in North Baddesley Village Hall for all who are interested or were in the Red Cross from 1943. Phone 02380 730843 Autumn Fayre: Tables for £10 are now available for our annual Autumn Fayre to be held on Saturday October 19th 2013 in North Baddesley Village Hall.

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10th Anniversary of Chandlers Ford Railway Station reopening – 13 October 2013 It doesn’t seem that long ago since trains were reintroduced to Chandlers Ford, but in fact this October marks 10 years since the town’s station reopened.

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The free car park at the station acts as a great incentive for using the trains, as do the regular and reliable services and the relatively cheap fares, which compare favourably with car travel and parking costs. The addition in recent years of a second hand book service, a station coffee stall and leisure walks and cycle rides has 72

also been greatly welcomed.

In order to celebrate the success of Chandlers Ford railway station, the Three Rivers Community Rail Partnership will be holding a 10th anniversary celebration event on Sunday 13 October 2013 between 1300 and 1600 at the station. The event will include school art competitions, children’s entertainment, quizzes, local nature walks and cycle rides, cycle maintenance workshops and much more.

The Partnership’s volunteers, who have helped keep the station clean and tidy over the past few years, would also like to encourage the local community to get involved in the celebrations by: • Providing craft, art or food stalls on the day to demonstrate Chandlers Ford’s local talents • Providing any memories or

photographs of the old or new Chandlers Ford Station for a public exhibition in the booking office • In the spirit of the Great British Bake Off, coming up with a new Chandlers Ford cake, which incorporates local history, ingredients or a unique Chandlers Ford character.

• Helping out with the planning or running of the event on the day.

If you have any other ideas we could utilise as part of this celebration or if you would like to get involved with this event in other ways please contact Mark Miller, Three Rivers Community Rail Partnership Officer on 07900 103296 or markmiller10@tiscali.co.uk or www.facebook.com/ threeriversrail We look forward to seeing you there.

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LOCAL CLUBS/ GROUPS

up badminton, EJBC is looking for new members. The club is run by qualified Badminton England registered coaches.

Minimum age 7 years. For further information, please contact Bev Ardabili, Club Coach and Treasurer on 02380 266121 or email bevardabili@gmail.com

Men’s Keep Fit

Tuesdays 11am to 12pm Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Rd Over 50s men’s keep fit and social group.

Come along, keep fit, make friends. All shapes and sizes welcome. £3 per session. Call Roy Wreford 02380 268237.

Over 70s Club

Tuesdays 2 pm to 4 pm Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Road The Happy Bunch Club is an over 70’s club for the young at heart. Activities include gentle exercise classes, visiting speakers, musicians or simply tea, chat and laughter. Plus outings. Transport available. Call Jayne 02380 269319

Story Time

Monday 2:15-2:45 - CF Library Stories for under 5s and their parents / carers at Chandler’s Ford Library

Rhyme Time Chandlers Ford Croquet Club 1st Tues 10-10:30 - CF Library Brass Band

Thurs 7:45pm, Sun 6:30pm Otterbourne Village Hall, Cranbourne Drive, Otterbourne Otterbourne Brass playing at fetes, carnivals and agricultural shows in the summer, raising funds for band development and charity at Christmas and performing concerts throughout the year. New players are always welcome. Helen Davis, 01489 564716

Social Tennis Club

Tues & Thurs 7-9pm Knightwood Leisure Centre Steve Allen Social tennis and league matches. We play all through the year on floodlit courts. www.knightwoodtennisclub1. zoomshare.com or call 07964 789861

Cyles Rides

Romsey Hares and Tortoises local bike rides. Easy-paced rides from Romsey.

Afternoon rides, with tea stop on the 3rd Saturday of each month and day rides, with lunch stop on the 1st Saturday of each month. Social events too. Come and make friends. ‘Taster’ participation is free. Contact Viv, romsey@southhampshirectc.org.uk or 01794 368207

Scottish Dancing

Wednesdays 7.30 - 10.00pm Saint Francis School, Valley Park Tuition given in steps and formations: Cost £1 .50 Contact Connie Cruden, 02380 267 317

Walking

6 days a week - Various meeting places C.Ford, N Badd, Romsey & other Test Valley Locations Walks are approximately an hour long and a gentler pace is always offered.

All walks are accompanied by a trained Health Walk Leader. All ages welcome.

Laura Blake 01264 368831

Badminton

Sat 09:00 - 10:30 term time Toynbee School For any children interested in taking

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Meets at Fryern recreation ground twice Songs & rhymes for children under 3 years and their parents/carers weekly beginning 6th April. Learn to play croquet, no experience necessary.

Social Club Don Summerton 02380269002.

2nd & 4th Wednesday 8.30pm Stoneham Arms in Bassett Green Road, Gardeners Club Southampton 1st Tues 7-10pm St Boniface Hall Phase II Social & Cultural Club meets Guest speakers on garden and gardenon the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of related subjects. Some practical the month from 8.30pm. All welcome demonstrations and a Spring and singles or couples 50+. Come and find Annual Show. Contact Valerie Jolley out about our varied social programme.

01794 519919 Tel: 01329 664913.

Amateur Drama Group

Every Tuesday Ritchie Memorial Hall, C/Ford New members are always welcome, for both onstage and backstage roles.

Cassiopeia@cassiopeian.co.uk or 0845 644 0496.

Flower Arranging

2nd Weds 7 for 7:30 N Baddesley Hall Series of demonstrations and talks on Flower Arranging at North Baddesley Village Hall, Contact Sue Perdue 023 8073 3134

Social Group

Mondays, Cleveland Bay, C/Ford Single, Divorced, Widowed, “Loose Ends” for a vibrant social group for 45+ ring Chris 02380861745 or Yvonne 07774043386

Flower & Garden Club

The Otterbourne Flower & Garden Club Demonstrations,Speakers & Garden visits. Meetings at 7-30pm,in the Otterbourne Village Hall, on the fourth Tuesday of the month. New members Welcome. Liz Farrington 02380 611201.

Youth Band

Thursday 7pm-9pm The Pavilion, Kingfisher Rd, Eastleigh Senators Youth band with brass, keyboard and drums for children aged 9-14. New members welcome – currently free! Call June Fitzpatrick on 02380 275422 for details or just turn up any Thursday (term time).

Languages

French - 1st Weds 10am Spanish - 2nd Weds 10am Dovetail Centre Local groups meet to practise French and Spanish conversation. The discussions are always friendly and informal and there are no fees. So come along and join us, whatever your level.

For more information, please contact Derek on 023 8026 8953 or Kieran on 023 8026 7107

Art Group

4th Wednesday 7:30pm Chandler’s Ford Art Group meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month except August and December in the Community Hall, Hursley Rd, next to St Boniface Church. Visitors and new members welcome. 023 8027 0631 www.chandlersfordartgroup.com

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3rd Tues of each month 7pm - 10pm The Hilt, off Hiltingbury Road, C/Ford Monthly Meetings except August.

Speakers, Walks, Scrabble, Social Activites. Visitors and new members welcome. Contact: l.m.n@btinternet.com

Townswomens Guild

Friendly group meeting on 4th Monday of month at 7.30 at Dovetail Centre, Methodist Church, with speaker/ activities and occasional outings. New members very welcome. More details from Ann on 023 8025 3751.

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No age stipulation but recommended 40+ We meet on Thursdays from 8:30pm at the Chandlers Ford Central Club, 2 Winchester Road, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hants, SO53 2FZ Contact details: email insyncclub@gmail.com Telephone: Barbara: 02380 254466 Tony: 02380 253497 Ursula: 02380 602426

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The current Honorary Secretary and Treasurer is retiring next March after a long and most distinguished stint. The Committee is looking either for two people, one to be Secretary and one to be Treasurer, or for one person to fulfil both roles.

The work might well suit people recently retired and not yet fully committed to new activities, or to someone in part-time work. If you would like to know more about these opportunities, do please get in touch with Mr Derric Webster on 02380261949.

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LOCAL WHAT’S ON ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY WINCHESTER MEMORY WALK 7 Sep, 10am registration, 11am walk North Walls Recreation Ground, Gordon Road Take part in a beautiful 1 mile park walk or 6 mile historic city walk through Winchester. Live music, games and refreshments will be available on return. www. memorywalk.org.uk/winchester or 0845 306 0898 for details.

THE AMPFIELD MARKET 7 Sep, 10am – 12pm Ampfield Village Hall, Morleys Lane Fresh fruit and veg, organic bread, savoury foods and Fairtrade products, jams and chutneys, local eggs, plants, flowers, new and old books, jewellery, cards, wrapping paper, crafts, bric a brac, pet foods and accessories for sale.

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EXHIBITION: THE HOUSE AT POOH CORNER 13 Jul – 14 Sep, 10am – 5pm Mottisfont House and Gardens, SO51 0LP Visit this summer for another great exhibition and trail that all the family will love. An exhibition of classic illustrations. There will also be a display of contemporary art on the theme of childhood and imagination and a distinct, fabulous family quest trail. Normal admission charges apply. 01794 344020 or visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont KING JOHN’S HOUSE & TUDOR COTTAGE 14 Sep, 10am – 4pm King John’s House, Church Street, SO51 8BT Heritage Open Day: King John’s House and heritage centre encompasses three buildings that contain 750 years of history. It is full of fascinating displays and a traditional Tudor tea room. A series of period gardens lead down to an ancient stream. Quiz trails, brass rubbings, pieces of armour to try on, discovery box. Free Entry. http://tiny. cc/kingjohnshouse THE ROMSEY SHOW 14 Sep, 8am – 6pm Broadlands, SO51 9ZD An Agricultural & Horse Show with Devils Horsemen Wild West Display, the Derbyshire Midshipmen Marching Band in the main ring, farm livestock, horses, donkeys and a countryside area with rural activities including falconry, ferrets and working dogs. Prices to be confirmed. 01794 517521 or visit www.romseyshow.co.uk HINTON AMPNER – OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS 14 Sep, 10am – 6pm Hinton Ampner, Alresford, SO24 0LA 12 acre C20 garden created by Ralph Dutton. Manicured lawns and topiary combine with unusual shrubs, climbers and herbaceous plants.

Vibrant dahlias alternate in spring with tulips. Rose border incorporates over 45 old and new rose varieties.

Dramatic foliage planting in the Dell; orchard with spring bulbs; magnolia and philadelphus walks; restored walled garden. Adults £7, children £3.50. 01962 771305.

ALRESFORD ART & CRAFT SHOW 14 Sep, 10am – 4.30pm Alresford Community Centre, West Street, SO24 9AG Alresford is a picturesque Georgian town with wonderful bespoke shops, lovely riverside walks and good eating places and the home of the Watercress Steam Railway a lovely day out for everyone. The craft show will include glasswork, silk floral arrangements, traditional Decoupage items including tissue boxes and trays, beaded and semiprecious stone jewellery, wood craft, decorative plaques, hand painted ceramics, bespoke high quality handcrafted cards, photography and original watercolours. Free entry. For details 01252 724968 EASTLEIGH MARDI GRAS 14 – 15 Sep Leigh Road Recreation Ground Children’s games, crafts, stalls and traditional Mardi Gras and parade on Saturday. www.eastleighmardigras. co.uk EASTLEIGH TOY AND TRAIN COLLECTORS FAIR 15 Sep, 10.30am – 2.30pm Eastleigh Leisure Centre, Fleming Park, Passfield Ave, SO50 9NL The South Coast’s largest Toy Train and Collectors Fair. Plenty of free parking and good food available.

Up to 70 tables of diecast, railway, books and much more under one roof. Bring your unwanted diecast or railway items to trade or sell with our dealers. Adults £2.50, accompanied children under 18 no charge. 01380 725322 ART EXHIBITION 17 – 29 September Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Jermyns Lane, SO51 0QA www.fiffyart.com

Chandlers Ford Central Club

Making Friends in the local community since 1920!

2 Winchester Road Chandlers Ford Eastleigh Hampshire SO53 2FZ 023 8026 8481 ∞ www.chandlersfordcentralclub.co.uk

Saturday 28th September 2013 - Alter Eagles Members Free, Non-Members £5

∞ Busy, Lively CIU Club

∞ Cheap Beer

∞ Live Bands / Disco’s Every Saturday Night

∞ Bingo Every Wednesday & Friday Evening

∞ Weekly Quiz

∞ Big Screen Football

∞ Snooker, Pool, Darts, Crib, Dominoes

∞ Children Welcome

We Currently Have Vacancies For New Members Application forms are available from behind the bar or from our website.

For further information, please call the secretary on 023 8026 8481

Come and join us!

Walk WiTh a commoner 20 sep, 10am – 2pm Beaulieu road car park, so42 7yq (grid ref: su351063) Join us on an 8 mile moderate walk looking at the traditions of Commoning in the New Forest.

Learn about Commoning rights and how the grazing of livestock helps to shape this unique landscape.

Optional pub lunch after the walk. £5 per person – booking essential on 023 8028 6840. www.forestry.gov. uk/forestry/INFD-93YKEQ Big sleep ouT 20 sep, 7pm – 10pm, 7pm – 8am for sponsored sleepers Winchester cathedral, so23 9ls Join up to 500 people sleeping under the stars at Winchester Cathedral and raise money for Winchester’s homeless. Everyone can come along and enjoy food and entertainment and then it will be ‘Sleepers’ only from 10pm bedding down in the grounds of the magnificent building.

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11+. £10 registration fee. Target of £100 sponsorship. 01962 842827, www.sleepoutwinchester.co.uk. aWBridge village lunch 25 sep, 12pm awbridge village hall 0845 094 6155 to book a place. £4. easTleigh TransiTion neTWork - TrouBleshooTing cold homes 26 sep, 8.15pm cranbury room, The hilt A FREE meeting about low and no-cost ways to tackle draughts and heat loss, reduce your energy bills and make your home more cosy. eXhiBiTion: open spaces 28 sep – 17 nov, 10am – 5pm mottisfont house and gardens, so51 0lp Building on the success of previous exhibitions, this year’s show is on the theme of spaces, linked to the many different natural and constructed spaces of Mottisfont.

This year’s open show will be on

the theme of spaces of all kinds; landscapes, interiors and shapes.

Children’s activities and quizzes available. No wheelchair access.

Normal admission charges apply.

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DOCTOR NUMBERS NHS Direct (24 hr helpline)

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Park Surgery (Chandlers Ford Family Practice), Hursley Rd St Francis Surgery (Chandlers Ford Family Practice), Pilgrims Close

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CHEMIST NUMBERS Asda Pharmacy, Bournemouth Road Mon/Tues/Weds - 8.00am - 9.00pm, Thurs/Fri - 8am - 10pm, Sat - 8am - 8pm, Sun - 10am - 4pm. Bank Hols - 9.00am - 6pm.

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Boots the Chemist, 4-5 Fryern Arcade, Opening hours/rota: Mon/Tues - 8.30am - 6pm, Weds/Thurs/Fri - 8.30am - 6.30pm, Sat -8.30am - 5.30pm.

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Falkland Pharmacy, 1 Falkland Court, SO53 3GA 023 8025 4344 Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri - 9am - 1pm, 2pm - 6.30pm Weds 9am - 1pm, 6pm - 7pm Sat - 9am -1pm, 2pm - 5.30pm

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CHURCH NUMBERS New Community Church Methodist Church St Francis Church St Boniface Church (C of E) St Edwards Church St Martin in the Wood (C of E) United Reformed Church Velmore Church Churches Together in Chandlers Ford

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Barton Peveril Chandler’s Ford Infant Eastleigh College Fryern Infants Fryern Junior Hiltingbury Infants Hiltingbury Junior John Keble CE Knightwood Primary Lakeside Merdon Junior Otterbourne Primary Peter Symonds Scantabout Primary Sherborne House St Francis Primary St Swithun Wells Primary Thornden Toynbee

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Steve Brine MP - Member of Parliament for Winchester & Chandlers Ford. steve.brine.mp@parliament.uk, www.stevebrine.com 0207 219 7189 (London Office), 01962 791110 (Constituency Office)

SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT For all rail, ferry, bus and underground information click on www.traveline.org.uk/index.htm or call 0871 200 22 33 or visit www.threeriversrail.com For all cycle routes in Chandlers Ford and neighbouring areas visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/parking-travel--roads.aspx

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Fryern Arcade Post Office - Mon-Fri 9-5:30, Sat 9-12:30

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