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Westbourne News
Local news from Westbourne, Branksome, West Cliff & West Hill
Shop Local This Christmas With Christmas fast approaching we’d like to encourage all readers to shop local and support Westbourne businesses this festive season. With over 160 shops to choose from, Westbourne has it all. Find out more about the Westbourne Christmas event on Saturday 7th December on page 6 and keep an eye on our website (www.westbourne.info) for more news and latest offers from local traders.
Classical Concert to Benefit Local Charity Everyone is invited to a classical music concert of cello and piano duets on Saturday 23 November 2013 at 7.30pm at St.Aldhelm’s Church. The concert promises an outstanding performance from Benjamin Birtle (cello) and Duncan Honeybourne (piano) and is in aid of The Amelia- Grace Rainbow Fund, a charity that supports children in and around Dorset who are suffering from terminal, life-limiting and serious chronic illnesses. The programme includes music from Beethoven, Schumann, Bartok and Brahms. Tickets are £5 in advance and £7 at the door. There will be hot refreshments and a raffle too! For more information, please contact Wasya Birtle 07919 595 657 or email Wasyahul@gmail.com
Bournemouth’s Gardens of Light & Ice Rink The free Gardens of Light will be running from 16th November – 6th January and will include a variety of interactive displays that the whole family can enjoy. Work your way through the market and into the Lower Gardens to be amazed by the impressive lights illuminating the winter wonderland. There will also be a fantastic ice rink taking centre stage in the gardens adding the ultimate festive statement.