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Contents Page 4 5 6 6 8 14 16 21 23 24 26 27 28 30 32 34 38 39 40 42 44 46 54 56 62 62 68 70 73 74 79 80 81

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Health & Wellbeing Have you ever been to a Sound Bath?

David and Lucy of ‘Nada Sound Therapy’ have been developing innovative and inspiring methods for helping improve wellbeing across Hampshire and the South of England. Their combined skills bring together sound therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy and therapeutic movement.

One of the most popular and accessible approaches has been through the use of sound and they have worked with a range of people from Southampton Football Club, local colleges, art galleries and private events. The practice of sound therapy is not a new concept although it has very much come into popular practice in recent years. During a ‘sound bath’ (no water required!) you are bathed in sounds produced by instruments such as singing bowls, gongs and percussion. These powerful tools can help you feel a sense of inner peace and offer the opportunity for deep self-reflection.

As a trained academic teacher and with 15 years experience under his belt, David also enjoys working with young people in education. He says that “as the global challenge of stress management rises, we need to find new and accessible ways of helping people”.

One of their recent creative developments has been in collaboration with Queen Elizabeth Country Park where they have developed a ‘Mindful Photography’ course. These one day events are a full sensory experience and combine sound therapy, mindfulness and taking photographs within nature.

So how do you find peace in a frantic world? Well, the answer to this may be different for everyone and Nada Sound Therapy are at the cutting edge of new techniques.

So get ready to feel empowered and engaged in the development of your own well being and be sure to look out for an event or class near you!

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“Public safety remains our top priority. The government and the NHS are working 24/7 to fight this virus. It’s imperative that everyone follows clinical advice by contacting NHS 111, and not going to A&E if you develop symptoms.”

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Coronavirus: Wash hands for 20 seconds, urges Health Secretary in expanded public information campaign Washing hands for 20 seconds is at the heart of an expanded public awareness campaign in the fight against COVID-19, launched by the Health Secretary today. (4th March 2020) The next phase of the campaign reinforces the importance of washing your hands more often when you come in from home or work after you blow your nose, cough or sneeze, and before you eat or handle food. This should be for 20 seconds, using soap and water or hand sanitiser. You should cough or sneeze into tissues before binning them to also prevent the spread of the virus.

The campaign has been brought forward in response to the current global situation. It offers clear, practical advice so the public can play their part in preventing and slowing the spread of the virus.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: “The UK is a world leader in preparing for and managing disease outbreaks and I have every confidence in our nation’s ability to respond to the threat of COVID-19.

“We all have a role to play in stopping this disease and that’s what this expanded campaign is all about – making sure the public knows exactly what they should be doing to keep themselves and others safe. Washing hands regularly is the single most important

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The first phase of the campaign went live in February 2020, in response to rising confirmed cases of coronavirus both globally and in the UK. Yesterday, the Prime Minister published a ‘battle plan’ for tackling the disease in the UK, which sets out plans for a range of scenarios.

NHS, Public Health England, and Local Authority Public Health teams up and down the country are working tirelessly to support everyone in need of advice, testing or treatment.

Since January, public health teams and world-leading scientists have been working round the clock on the COVID-19 response, and the government has been working with partners across the country to provide tailored advice to the public, travelers coming into the country and those most at risk from COVID-19.

Public Health England has already concluded over 13,000 tests so far, and all but 51 have been negative. The latest figures are published daily at 2pm click here to view. Expert teams are actively tracing those who have come into contact with a suspected case.

Unless an individual has been contacted already or has traveled to an affected area, they should be reassured it is not necessary for them to take any further action.

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For the bass - put grease proof on a tray. Lay out fillets, season and olive oil, place in oven at 180 degrees and cook for 8 to 10 mins ( guideline only For the pea and mint soup - melt the butter in a large saucepan, add the onions and garlic and cook to soften; set aside. Bring the water to the boil, add salt and a good pinch of sugar, throw in the peas and cook until just tender.

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Health & Wellbeing EVERYONE IS WELCOME AT THE RACE FOR LIFE PORTSMOUTH THIS year, everyone is invited to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and Pretty Muddy in Portsmouth. The charity’s much-loved events are returning to the town but are no longer restricted to female participants. This means everybody can be part of the empowering Race for Life movement – and show support for the 51,400 people diagnosed with cancer every year in the South East.

The Pretty Muddy events take place on Southsea Common on Saturday July 11 and Race for Life 5km & 10km on Sunday July 12 and are open to people of all ages and abilities.

Georgina Horne, Cancer Research UK’s Event Manager for Hampshire, said: “This year, our Race for Life events are open to everyone.

“We’re sending a heart-felt message to a nybody who’s thought about signing up in the past but for one reason or another hasn’t got round to it. This is your year – please seize the opportunity to register and become part of the Race for Life community.

She added: “Our events are fun, colourful, emotional and uplifting. Participants take part at their own pace – taking as much time as they like to complete the course. For some people, the Race for Life is literally a walk in the park. For others, it’s a jog or a run.“Although ‘Race’ features in the name, our events are not competitive. Instead, ‘the Race for Life’ is about our doctors, nurses and scientists working as hard and fast as possible to help more people survive.”

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Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life, in partnership with Tesco, is an inspiring series of 5k, 10k, Pretty Muddy and Pretty Muddy Kids events which raise millions of pounds every year to help beat cancer by funding crucial research.

Georgina continued: “This year, we’re urging mums, dads, nans, grandpas, brothers, sisters, friends and workmates to show their support by joining the Race for Life. It’s a perfect example of everyday people doing an extraordinary thing – uniting in a common cause to beat cancer.”

Cancer Research UK receives no Government funding for its ground-breaking research.

That’s why money raised through the Race for Life events is vital. It funds world-class research to help beat 200 types of cancer – including bowel cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, testicular cancer, brain cancer, children’s cancers and leukaemia.

Georgina said: “The Race for Life is a powerful, inspirational movement which unites participants in Hampshire with people across the South East and the whole of the UK.“People get together and remember loved ones lost or celebrate the lives of those who have survived. At the same time, they are helping to make a difference to people with the disease, right now. “Please go to the Race for Life website, choose an event, and sign up today.”

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The venue will host 12-week courses, one in street dance and one in creative sewing, with sessions designed to build confidence in people who are struggling with their mental health. Classes will encourage and inspire participants to focus on their creativity.

One Stitch At A Time is a relaxed course in creative stitching that introduces participants to various approaches to embellishing through the therapeutic art of sewing.

Each week is progressive and will build confidence in helping people to complete a personal and imaginative project. The course begins on Tuesday 10 March for 12 weeks, each session costs £5.00.

Street dance is a dance course designed to energise and motivate. By the end of the course those enrolled will have the confidence and ability to dance a whole routine. This course takes place Friday evenings starting on Friday 13 March. Many people find that physical activity helps them to maintain positive mental health and being active can help a person feel better about themselves and reduce the risk of depression.

The Point is operated by Eastleigh Borough Council and offers a space for a range of activities as well as performance areas.

Cabinet Member for Health, Tonia Craig said: “The Point is a fantastic venue for the arts but it also helps to provide a link to health and wellbeing in the local community with classes like these.These courses are a great way to help people’s mental wellbeing by combatting loneliness and boosting their confidence.”

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Charities receive £173,000 in memory of loved ones More than 4,000 donations were made in 2019 via a free online memorial feature offered by a number of Hampshire's co-operative funeral homes.

Thanks to the generosity of those who have recently lost a loved one, £173,300 was donated via the feature offered by The Co-operative Funeralcare branches in Hampshire which are part of Southern Co-op.

In 2019, the donations averaged around £42 per donation. The most generous donations by loved ones were via The Co-operative Funeralcare in Eastney, Portsmouth, with an average of £438 per donation.

The memorial page also allows friends and family to set up a personal tribute page to light virtual candles, share memories, stories, photos and videos of loved ones.

Steve Pearce, Chief Operating Officer for funeral care at Southern Co-op, said: "The charities people chose to donate to can be a reflection of something their loved one held dear to them or a charity that supported them at a time of need.

"We know that people donated to 351 different charities last year but what we can't quantify is how many people that went on to help. The donations would have made a difference to thousands of people's lives and this is incredibly special."

A total of £330,000 was donated by families across the south of England in 2019 via the free online service offered by Southern Co-op - the regional, independent co-operative.

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Hampshire based charities to benefit from the contributions include Rowans Hospice which received £25,300 and provides free care and support to adults who have a life-limiting illness and their families; Phyllis Tuckwell which received £16,650 and cares for terminally ill people and their families throughout West Surrey and part of North East Hampshire; Portsmouth Hospitals Charity which received £8,570; St Michael's Hospice in North Hampshire which received £3,020; Wessex Heartbeat which received £2,250 and ensures that people being treated at the Wessex Cardiac Centre are provided with the best possible care and support; and Hampshire Asbestos Support & Awareness Group which received £2,200.

Funeral homes in Hampshire offering the free online memorial feature include The Co-operative Funeralcare in Alton, Andover, Basingstoke, Bishops Waltham, Cosham, Emsworth, Fareham, Farnborough, Fleet, Gosport, Rowner, Leigh Park, Hayling Island, Liss, Cowplain, Waterlooville, Widley, Whitchurch and Portsmouth in Copnor, Eastney, Fratton, North End, Paulsgrove, Somerstown and Southsea.

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Optical Express launches major new Environmental Awards

Eye care professionals tackling climate change are to be honoured at a major new awards ceremony, sponsored by leading ophthalmic provider Optical Express.

The Eyes on the World Environmental Awards will celebrate the vital actions ophthalmologists, optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical advisors, optical practices and universities across the UK are taking to reduce their environmental impact. Awards will be presented to exceptional eye care professionals and organisations who are judged to be making real changes to how they practice, whether that be cutting down on plastic waste or reducing their carbon footprint.

Iconic figures from the world of education, the arts, sports, medicine and philanthropy – united by a shared passion for protecting the environment – will join some of the world’s best known environmentalists in honouring the eye care professionals’ contributions.

Applications for the awards will be open to all eye care professionals, optical practices and university vision sciences departments making efforts to go green. Entrants will be judged by a panel of preeminent environmentalists and climate change experts. The winners of the environmental awards will be announced at a prestigious ceremony in November during the 2020 UN Climate Change Conference being held in Glasgow.

Optical Express founder and CEO, David Moulsdale, said: “Eye care professionals across the globe are doing inspirational work for their patients and our planet. Whether you’re cleaning beaches, cutting down on single use plastic waste, or going the extra mile to educate your patients on the environmental impact of vision correction solutions and eye care treatments, Optical Express wants to recognise and support your efforts.”

Optical Express has spearheaded a green revolution in eye care, instigating a number of environmental drives in its own clinics. Staff across the country have been working hard to support the drive, from cutting emissions in clinics to cleaning plastic off local beaches.

Optical Express is now on track to be the first global ophthalmic business to be carbon negative by 2030, and the company wants 2020 to be the year the whole UK eye sector joins them in going green. The awards ceremony will form part of Optical Express’s celebrations for 2020, a milestone year for the ophthalmic sector. Organisers hope that these innovative Environmental Awards will inspire all optical professionals to follow their lead and do more to cut down on plastic use and reduce their carbon footprint.

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Locks Heath Swim Squad

HARRISON’ MEDAL HAUL Locks Heath Swim Squad came away from the Fareham Nomads Valentine Meet with an impressive medal haul.

Twenty-seven swimmers from Locks Heath were in action competing in 122 events, producing 90 Personal Best Times, 16 Gold Medals, 13 Silver Medals and 10 Bronze Medals.

Ella Harrison topped the medal table for Locks Heath with 7 medals. Ella took the Gold in 50m Backstroke, Silver in 200m Freestyle, 200m Individual Medley, 100m Backstroke and Bronze in the 100m Freestyle.

Toby Ellis amassed five medals. Toby won 4 Golds (50m Butterfly, 100m Butterfly, 50m Freestyle and 100m Freestyle) and one Silver (50m Backstroke).

Gold medals also went to Owen Berry (50m Butterfly and 100m Backstroke), Finley Taplin (100m Breaststroke and 200m Freestyle), Josh Beadsworth (50m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle), Daisy Smith (50m Freestyle and 100m Freestyle), Asher Fletcher (100 Butterfly), Jacob Knapp (100m Backstroke) and Sophie Bagby (100 m Breaststroke).

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Silver Medals were earned by Josh Beadsworth (100m Freestyle and 50m Butterfly), Asher Fletcher (200m Freestyle). Lucy Selby (200m Freestyle), Kacob Knapp (50m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle). Daisy Smith (100m Backstroke) and Sophie Bagby (50m Breaststroke).

Bronze Medals were acquired by Lucy Selby (100m Butterfly, 100m Freestyle and 200m Individual Medley), Josh Beadsworth (100m Butterfly and 100m Backstroke), Finley Taplin (50m Backstroke), Asher Fletcher (100m Breaststroke), Jacob Knapp (100m Freestyle) and Daisy Smith (200m Individual Medley).

Other Locks Heath swimmers competing at the Valentine Meet were Ben Cook, Elizabeth Brown, Max Rowlinson, Amelia Wright, Evie Sherriff-Lee, Eva Beaudro, Amelia Woodford, Grace Sandford, Anna Harding, Katie Jones, Josh Henderson, Alfie Henderson, Layla Da and Harrison Plaw.

Youngsters Jonny Leeds, Sam Kent and Kai Wold were also in action, competing at their first Meet.

Head Coach Lynda Reid said “All LHSS swimmers had a great Meet and the number of Personal Best Times achieved exceeded my expectations”.

COUNTY MEDALS FOR LOCKS HEATH SWIM SQUAD Locks Heath Swim Squad sent twenty-two swimmers to the 2020 Hampshire County Championships.

LHSS fielded 12 teams in the relay events at Portsmouth where Charlotte Aris, Sophie Bagby, Ruby Goddard and Daisy Smith in the Girls 10-12 years 4x50m Freestyle and Medley relays.

Six Locks Heath swimmers qualified to swim in 39 individual events at Waterlooville and between them qualified for thirteen finals.

Eleven year old Charlotte Aris collected Silver in 100m Butterfly, 200m Butterfly and 100m Backstroke as well as Bronze in 50m Butterfly.

Charlotte also finished 4th in 100m Freestyle and 50m Backstroke and 7th in 50m Freestyle.

Other finalists were eleven year old Daisy Smith (4th 50m Backstroke, 8th 50m Freestyle and 8th 100m Freestyle), ten year old Ruby Goddard (4th 50m and 100m Backstroke), ten year old Asher Fletcher (6th 50m Freestyle) and ten year old Finley Taplin (7th 50 Breaststroke).

Twelve year old Toby Ellis also competed in two individual events and was placed 10th and 13th.

Head Coach Lynda Reid said “Locks Heath have had a great County Championships. All the swimmers excelled themselves in the relay and individual events which resulted in a high percentage of Personal Best Times�.

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Dog Wash proving a huge success at Itchen Valley Country Park A recently installed dog wash facility in a popular Hampshire country park has proved a huge hit with local pooches. Since October 2019 over 1,150 dog washes have been enjoyed at Itchen Valley Country Park, West End. Itchen Valley Country Park installed a dog wash machine near their Woodland Café in October last year. Since then, dog owners have enjoyed using the new facility that gives them the opportunity to clean their dogs, including their muddy paws. This in turn helps to keep their car clean and saves bath time at home.

The dog wash is provided by Polygon Pets and has a custom-made shelter that gives dog owners the opportunity to give their dog a wash, shampoo and blow dry, for just £3, before returning home.

Chair of Hedge End, West End & Botley Local Area Committee, Cllr Cynthia Garton said, “Itchen Valley Country Park is a very dog

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The Country Park encourages responsible dog ownership and access. Dogs, when kept on their lead, can be taken along the extensive woodland and nature trails, as well as into the visitor centre and café. Only assistance dogs can access play areas.

Sensible dogs are allowed off the lead on High Hill Field - the large recreation area at the top of the main driveway.

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‘The book that nobody wants to read, but everyone will need’.

A very topical subject at the forefront of the media and many reality TV discussions these days is ‘death’, a taboo subject and yet a true fact of life.

Paul Hickman, a local celebrant from Hampshire, has written a book which is a practical guide to help with the painful process of planning a funeral for a loved one. In his own words he says: ‘This is a book that nobody wants to read, but everyone will need at some point in their lives.’

Having helped more than 800 families with religious and non-religious services, memorial services and burial of ashes in churches and crematoriums, Paul has experienced the emotional journeys of many people and was inspired to write the book to help others.

The objective of his book is to offer help and comfort at a very difficult and vulnerable time.

There is nothing like his step by step compassionate guide to assist in finding the right funeral service for your loved one, that offers comfort and compassion too.

Paul commented, “Many have already read the book as part of my writing journey to ensure that I have covered every possible element of planning the right service for a particular loved one, friend and family member.

“Some have been fellow celebrants and funeral directors who have commented how the book should be used as a valuable resource within the profession, to add value to the service they provide and act as a source of ongoing comfort.

“We as individuals need to find our own way of coping and handling this fact of life that everyone tries to avoid discussing and addressing until it actually happens.

‘The book that nobody wants to read, but everyone will need’.

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ourselves and our loved ones that this is inevitable, it is a part of life we must prepare for and yet we don’t. It can take us by complete surprise, especially in the young and those in the prime of their lives.

“The book not only gives advice and help selecting poems, readings and music choices but also real accounts of families and their emotional journey to celebrate the life of their loved ones from children through to elderly parents and grandparents and close friends.”

If you would like to know more about Paul’s book A Funeral Service, visit https://bit.ly/2W4DjQ7 email: info@lapalabra.co.uk A Funeral Service is available on Amazon, Kindle and at Waterstones. You can also contact via the Facebook Page

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How to write and deliver a better eulogy

Years ago I conducted a funeral where a family member stood up to pay an extremely short tribute to his Uncle. “He liked to drink and he liked to fight”. It really was short! Everyone laughed though. It was, after all, the truth. It captured the Uncle perfectly. But it got me thinking about what needs to be considered when planning a good tribute.A good eulogy is a personal tribute to the person who has died, summing up the key events of their life, but more importantly, describing their personality and what made them special to the people attending the funeral.

At A H Freemantle we suggest families consider the following 5 points: 1) Less is more…no it really is. The temptation to cover every detail is overwhelming, particularly if they have had a long life. But typically around 4-5 minutes is about right.

2) Keep it personal…Short stories rather than lists of facts are more interesting to listen to. Ideally these will be stories where you were involved. Make sure it’s more about them than you though!

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3) Keep it positive...If there are difficult topics to cover the congregation will probably already be aware. You don’t need to break the news to them during the funeral.

4) Keep a written copy to hand. Don’t risk standing up with only bullet points. If overcome with emotion someone else can stand in and help with a speech written in full. Use a large font if you’re typing it out.

5) Keep it conversational. Talk clearly and slowly. Look at your listeners and make eye contact while talking to them. You are sharing your personal experiences with them, they are as privileged as you are to be a part of this, but that doesn’t mean you need to lecture them.

Always remember that everyone there is behind you 100% so stay calm and take your time.

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SPACE TIMES UK

By Blake Hopley BSc (hons), MSc, MResSci

MARCH 2020

The spring equinox on the 20th of March 2020, the days become longer than night.

British Summer Time starts on the 29th of March and although the nights will be shorter, there is plenty going on in Space Times. Including the Trio of Jupiter, Mars and Saturn before dawn and the brilliant Venus lighting up the western skies after sunset.

Topic of interest The most unlikely person to cause a revolution in the cosmos was Nicolaus Copernicus. He was an administrator of Frombork Cathedral in Poland where he observed the movements of the planets from a tower in the grounds. In this time the ancient Greek teaching held a belief the sun and the planets circled earth, which was considered the centre of the universe.

March's constellation is Leo

Copernicus was baffled by this because his observations did not agree with the Greeks. He wondered why the sun was so different from the other moving bodies out there. He proposed a theory that the planets, including earth circled the sun! He put his theory to the test and everything clicked.

Like Orion, the fabled hunter, Leo is one of the rare constellations resembling the real thing, in this instance, it is an enormous crouching lion.

Among the oldest of the constellations, Leo commemorates the giant Nemean Lion that Hercules slaughtered as the first of his twelve labours. Legend has it that the lions flesh could not be pierced by iron, bronze or stone, so it was wrestled by Hercules and he choked him to death. The heart of the lion is marked by the first magnitude star Regulus.

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However as a religious man, Copernicus was aware of the Earths sanctity as being the centre of the universe. He left his publication of De Revolutionibus until he was on his deathbed in 1543. Galileo followed on to support

Copernicus and his theories and he was put under house arrest for his declarations.

A century after Copernicus’s death, astronomers all rallied to agree with the theory.

The sun and planets then orbited the sun, his findings squashed 1400 years of belief and paved the way to how we see the universe.

March's Cosmic Calendar 1/2nd March The First Quarter Moon lies near the Pleiades and the Hyades with bright Aldebaran.

3rd March between 5:20 abd 6:20 pm The Moon moves in front of the Crab Nebula, though twilight spoils the show.

6th March The Moon moves accross the top of Praeseoe between 8pm and midnight.

9th March A Supermoon! though it will not be as spectacular as the Full Moon next month.

18th March A delightful sight this morning, the crescent Moon rising about 5am lies next to Jupiter with Mars in between.

19th March Saturn lies above the crescent Moon in the sawn sky.

20th March, 3:49am The Spring Equinox, when day and night are equal.

23rd March, 5am A rare chance to find the distant dwarf (ex planet) pluto. When it is almost immediately behind Mars.

28th March A great evening with the crescent moon lying next to Venus, with the Pleiades above and Aldebaran and the Hyades to the upper left.

29th March, 1am.

British Summer Time Starts - dont forget to put your clocks forward. also the Moon lies close to Aldebaran and occults some of the Hyades stars, Venus and the Pliades lies to the right.

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Well collection. The good news is that this Rotary Wishing Well in Fareham Shopping Centre makes dreams come amount will hopefully be added to during our events this Easter with the support of our true!

In cooperation with Fareham Shopping Centre, The Rotary Club of Fareham’s charity Wishing Well has been making dreams come true for many years now. Since June 2019, for his Presidential year, Michael Cleaves’ chosen charity has been the local Congenital Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group that will benefit from shoppers’ donations.

As President Michael said: “I thank the shoppers in Fareham Shopping Centre very much for their contributions, whether big or small, into the Wishing Well which I know will be very much appreciated by the charity. As I was born with muscular dystrophy myself I know how it can affect people’s lives, and shoppers in the Centre have been very generous. We are very grateful to the shopping centre AND its shoppers for their support.” www.myotonicdystrophysupportgroup.org In addition whatever the Rotary Club of Fareham raise in the Wishing Well, which so far is an amazing £750 with more still coming in, the shopping centre very generously donate money they raise during their events. As Mike Taylor, Centre Manager of Fareham Shopping Centre, said: “Since August last year we have raised an additional £1,260 which we will pass to the Rotary Club of Fareham for their Wishing

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shoppers!”

The shopping centre’s chosen charity is Dementia Friendly Hampshire that supports the local Dementia Friendly Fareham and Gosport group www.dementiafriendlyhampshire.org.uk All money raised in the Wishing Well is split equally between our Rotary charity and the Centre’s.

If you want to know more about the Rotary Club of Fareham, and consider joining in with our activities, do email us at farehamrotary.pr@gmail.com Photo at the Wishing Well shows L-R Mike Taylor, Centre Manager of Fareham Shopping Centre; Jane Ward of Dementia Friendly Hampshire; the President of the Rotary Club of Fareham Michael Cleaves; and Rotarian Lyndon Palmer.

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About WGS Tree Services WGS Tree Services are a family run business which started around 30 years ago and in this time they have built up a great clientèle supplying the best hard and soft wood logs around.

They cover all aspects of forestry and tree cutting, tree/hedge work, site clearance, logs, stump grinding and wood chipping.

WGS have a great customer base due to their friendly and trusted service and always welcome new customers and happy to share their knowledge on firewood and arboriculture.

Wes from WGS said: “I started logging at the age of 13 and at 16 decided to go to college to study in arboriculture. After securing various tickets in tree surgery and logging.

I started a small tree team that has developed over the years. Covering all aspects of tree & hedge work. All members of the team are friendly, hardworking and all with the relevant NTPC skilled qualifications.

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Infant School is a travel star Staff and pupils at Locks Heath Infant School are celebrating the attainment of the Silver level in the National Modeshift STARS scheme; a remarkable success in their efforts to encourage more sustainable methods of travel to and from the School and to raise the awareness of road safety.

In 2018 the School signed up to the Modeshift STARS initiative which recognises and rewards excellence for the promotion of sustainable and active travel; this was driven by a recognition that School drop off and pick up times can be particularly busy on the roads and that alternative methods of getting to and from the School have the potential to deliver significant health benefits to adults and children alike.

The School quickly gained the bronze level award in recognition of the activities already being performed such as visits and talks by crossing patrol staff and active participation in the National Walk to School week but that wasn’t enough. According to School Headteacher Mr Rick Jump “we were proud of achieving bronze but I just knew we could do more. Traffic in general and cars in particular are having such an impact upon everyday life and therefore I was keen for us to see how far we could take it”.

With the support of the School Governors and Hampshire County Council, Locks Heath Infant School embarked on an ambitious journey which included the creation of a walk and stride point with help from Abshot Community Centre, a project to monitor the traffic/speed outside of the School, installing more bike storage and a bike to work scheme for the staff.

Mr Jump added that “I am eternally grateful to one of my staff members, Miss Sofie Lewis who took this initiative and ran with it. Her enthusiasm was boundless and her efforts have resulted in our being awarded the Silver level of Modeshift STARS; a great achievement for all of our School community”

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Computer Know How! – New decade, new Edge…

Adding your favourite sites to New Tab

In this issue of Computer Know How, we will be looking at Microsoft’s attempt at revamping it’s Edge browser. Microsoft has been struggling to compete with Google’s Chrome browser since its release back in 2008. Four years later, Chrome knocked Internet Explorer off of the top spot as the world’s most popular browser, and is now used by 69% of people online. With the release of Windows 10 back in 2015, Microsoft released Edge to complement its new operating system.

Unfortunately for them it proved disastrous. A flawed design, and unpopularity with developers led Edge to the brink of exile.

Chastened by this, and finally admitting that Google may be on to something, Microsoft spent 2019 redesigning Edge using the Chromium open source code, used by Chrome, Opera and Vivaldi. As of 15th January, Edge was relaunched and now works with all of the latest technology, including Chrome’s array of extensions. A rival has appeared…

By pressing CTRL+T in Edge you can open the New Tab page, from here you can navigate to a website of your choice. You can change what appears on the New Tab page to your own personal preference. Click on the top right cog icon and you’ll see three pre-set options.

Focused keeps things simple, Inspirational shows a desktop photo and Informational shows news headlines. A fourth option Custom lets you mix and match the other three. In all of the designs, you’ll see sites in boxes that you can click on to visit. If you hover over the top right of one of the boxes, you will be able to rename or remove the site. To add in a new site, click on the plus symbol to the far right, then type a name and URL.

Over the next few months, Microsoft will be automatically installing the new Edge on Windows 10 devices via Windows Update.

However, if you want to get ahead of the game, it is available to download from Microsoft here.

Once installed, you’ll see a snazzy new logo, replacing the dated E remembered most fondly

by Internet Explorer users.

Importing Data To start, you’ll probably want to import your browser data from Chrome, thankfully Microsoft have made this straightforward, so you won’t have to spend hours configuring Edge to your own liking. Click the top right menu button, then Settings, followed by Import browser data.

You’ll see a selection of check boxes that are selected by default. These include bookmarks, passwords and addresses. Untick the ones you do not want to bring across, then click Import.

If you use Firefox or Internet Explorer, simply change the browser at the top.

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New England self-drive

The landing site of the Pilgrims and central to the American Revolution, New England is rich in history as well as the beautiful scenery that draws so many visitors in every year, especially in the Autumn months.

Driving is an easy way of getting around and it gives you the opportunity to appreciate the different personalities of New England’s states.

Whilst Vermont boasts white clapboard churches and red-barn dairy farms, you will find that New Hampshire has much of the stunning scenery including The White Mountains National Forest, whilst Maine can lay claim to some of the most rugged and spectacular coastline. The more southerly state of Boston is very much part of the 21st century with Boston at its heart and Rhode Island offers a much more laid-back feel where life is taken at a much slower pace.

Whilst at Amity Travel, we always recommend early booking to help with planning, it is never too late to arrange a holiday to New England with its plentiful supply of accommodation, so if you are looking for somewhere to go this Autumn, why not give New England a go.

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Day 1 Arrive Boston and take a transfer to your city hotel for a 2 night stay.

Use the rest of the day to start exploring this charming city.

Day 2 Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA and steeped in history from the American Revolution.

Take a tour or use the hop on/off bus and Explore the Freedom Trail which passes 16 of the city’s historic landmarks

Day 3 Boston - Kennebunkport. Collect your hire car from downtown Boston and start your New England self drive, follow the route north of Boston where you will find 4 centuries of history as well as some of the coasts best beaches and finest seascapes, take your time to stop and enjoy the coastline as your overnight at Kennebunkport is less than a 2 hour drive away.

On arrival at Kennebunkport you will find the town is a haven for local artists and writers.

Day 4 Kennebunkport – Bar Harbor – Acadia National Park Today your New England self drive continues to follow the coastal road to Bar Harbor; along the way you will pass through quaint fishing villages, so take the opportunity to try a lobster or clam chowder for your lunch.

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Day 5 Acadia National Park Bar Harbor is the gateway to Arcadia National Park, spend today discovering the parks soaring peaks, dramatic glacier-carved valleys, clear lakes and rugged shoreline.

Day 6 Bar Harbor – White Mountains No New England self drive is complete without time in the White Mountains, also known as the rooftop of New Hampshire, a landscape dotted with historic villages and enchanting covered bridges.

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Day 7 White Mountains – Stowe Travel through the White Mountains that divide the states of New Hampshire and Vermont, the route will take you through some of New England’s most beautiful scenery.

Newport – Cape Cod Newport is famous for its summer retreats of Americas most wealthy. Spend today relaxing on the beach or exploring one of the extravagant mansions before heading along the coast to Cape Cod for your next 2 nights.

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Stowe – The Berkshires Head south along route 100 passing the Green Mountains where you will see picture-perfect villages and some of Vermont’s famous covered bridges before crossing back in to Massachusetts and the Berkshires, known for their rural beauty and cultural assets.

Cape Cod Spend today exploring Cape Cod and all it has to offer with its magnificently high cliffs, rolling dunes, miles of walking trails, more superb beaches and picturesque villages. If you like seafood, then make sure you take the opportunity to sample some of Cape Cods as are in for a treat.

Day 9 The Berkshires – Newport Continue South and pass through a series of wonderful little towns before continuing to the storied little city of Newport, Rhode Island, once a prosperous colonial seaport.

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Charity partnership makes a real difference in Portsmouth A charity initiative that enables cafĂŠ customers to buy a drink or a snack for someone affected by homeless has seen more than 1,400 vouchers bought since July.

The Pay It Forward scheme was launched last year by the Society of St James (SSJ) with the help of Southern Co-op who had nominated the organisation to be its head office charity partner 2019/20. Pay It Forward was launched at CafĂŠ in the Park, in Portsmouth's Victoria Park, in July and has already had more than 1,430 vouchers bought which are given to someone facing multiple disadvantages such as homelessness, poverty and/or substance misuse. The scheme has been such a success alongside other partnership work with Southern Co-op that co-operative colleagues have extended the partnership for another year.

Jessica Hughes, Community Investment Manager at Southern Co-op, said: "When we set out to find our charity partner in 2019, our aim was to work with a charity about more than just money, and our partnership with SSJ has delivered just that. "Colleagues are already committed to running local 10ks, 100 mile bike rides, volunteer days and skills shares to name a few. We also have future commitments to their sports programme, their women's project and are looking to understand more from their expertise through our Protecting Our People programme. "We are excited to see how we can truly deliver a long term impact for those who are homeless, who have experienced trauma and/or found themselves in difficult circumstances perhaps trapped in a cycle of offending behaviour and drug or alcohol misuse."

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With a history in Portsmouth going back nearly 150 years, Southern Co-op's core purpose is working together for the benefit of its communities. This ethos has been echoed throughout the partnership with SSJ. Its head office colleagues include specialists in property management, human resources, retail buying and communications. They have each been able to work with SSJ to share their expertise - whether with the day-to-day business as usual or the launch of special projects.

But the partnership has been a two-way relationship as SSJ has also helped Southern Co-op with its own work to tackle drug-related crime. Colleagues across Southern Co-op have met with ex-offenders who have shared their own experiences of crime which has built personal connections with service users and improved their understanding of the issues and reasons behind criminal behaviour.

Dennis Jones, Communications Officer at SSJ said: "We are delighted that Southern Co-op has decided to extend our partnership for another year. I think the scope and depth of possibilities for us to improve lives for vulnerable people together has taken everyone by surprise - there is so much more to explore.

"Their colleagues have taken the charity to heart and are always there at the end of the phone to offer support. They have helped our charity grow, staff members learn new skills and more importantly, helped SSJ provide a positive future to so many vulnerable people. We can't wait to get stuck into the innovative projects lined up for this next year!" To find out more about Southern Co-op's commitment to making a difference, visit http://bit.ly/2ImPKhW

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“DOG” an exhibition of paintings by Holly Frean -The Kennels, Goodwood 14 May - 21 June 2020 Zimmer Stewart Gallery are delighted to present an exhibition of paintings by Holly Frean at The Kennels, Goodwood. Holly Frean is known for her quirky, humorous take on the subjects she paints whether it is well known figures from art history, zoological animals or, as in this exhibition, more specifically dogs.

This exhibition will coincide with ‘Goodwoof’, an exciting new event in the Goodwood calendar which takes place at The Kennels on 24 and 25 May (Bank Holiday weekend). Far from a typical dog show, ‘Goodwoof’ will be a grand celebration of all things dog; a unique collection of experiences designed with what dogs love in mind. The Goodwood Estate and the March family have long held dogs in highest esteem, both working and domestic. The original Kennels was purpose-built to house hounds and huntsmen and is now the central clubhouse for the estate’s sporting and social memberships.

Holly Frean has collaborated with brands as diverse as Paul Smith, Burberry and Anthropologie. ‘DOG’ comprises a collection of eighteen paintings, each one a group of dog portraits, with a focus on the breeds associated with the Goodwood estate and the ancestral portraits within. The highlight of the exhibition will be two large oil-on-canvas diptychs measuring 10ft x 6ft (304 x 183 cm). The first is ‘Assembly’ showing a mixture of breeds and the second is ‘Dotty’, a large group of dalmatians.

These will be joined by four framed groups, each encompassing 49 individually painted canvases: ‘Labrador’, ‘Poodle’, ‘Hound’ and ‘Lurcher’.

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three hunting dogs from 1738, a grid of 24 portraits on individual A6-sized sheets of handmade cotton rag paper (with the 24th sheet being the fox!); and ‘Pack’ which will show 54 painted spaniels on individual A8-sized sheets of handmade cotton rag paper. ‘Pack’ celebrates the highlighted breed of the year for the inaugural ‘Goodwoof’ event, Spaniels being most closely associated with the March family at the Goodwood Estate.

In addition, there will be ten further smaller works looking at other breeds. A fully illustrated catalogue will accompany the exhibition. All the paintings will be for sale. The Kennels is a members-only club and people wishing to visit the exhibition, who are not members, should contact Zimmer Stewart Gallery, who will arrange entry.

Holly Frean commented; “This will be a collection of eighteen paintings riffing on a Dog theme, with a focus on the breeds associated with the Goodwood estate and the ancestral portraits within: Peking-ese, Spaniels, Foxhounds.”

Zimmer Stewart Gallery 29 Tarrant Street, Arundel West Sussex, BN18 9DG 01903 882063 – james@zimmerstewart.co.uk www.zimmerstewart.co.uk James Stewart commented; “It is a great privilege to be asked to put on an exhibition at The Kennels and I can think of no better artist to be working with than Holly Frean to represent this subject in a contemporary way at the Kennels with all it’s canine heritage.”

The Duke of Richmond and Gordon commented: “We are delighted to welcome Holly Frean to The Kennels over Goodwoof. Holly has an exceptional vision, with her work drawing on the wit and humour that depict our four-legged friends so beautifully, she is perfectly placed to create this brilliant show and help launch the inaugural Goodwoof event this year."

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March 13 (opening drinks 6-8pm) to 28, 2020. The Wykeham Gallery, High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6HE: Fi Katzler, Jake Winkle and Harry Brioche.

Houghton Lodge and Gardens in Stockbridge continues its ongoing collaboration with Hampshire based Creative Coverage to deliver art exhibitions featuring paintings by selected professional artists.

There will be two exhibitions: April 1 to June 30, 2020 Creative Coverage Mixed Exhibition featuring Lisa Bartlett, Pat Regnart, Paula Still and Hilary Adair RE July 1 to September 30, 2020 Creative Coverage Mixed Exhibition featuring Joanna Commings, Ingrid Skoglund, Pearl Gatehouse and Linda Saul “It is a great privilege to continue working with Houghton Lodge and Gardens,� says Creative Coverage co-founder Tim Saunders.

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Guiding steps out to support Australian victims Girlguide units in Alverstoke and Forton held a sponsored fun run at the ‘Gosport Golden Mile’ along Stokes Bay on Saturday 22nd February from 10:00 am. The date is also World Thinking Day for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts when we acknowledge the ties we have with those in Guiding around the world. The Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers locally chose to support the Emergency Relief Fund set up by the Chief Commissioner of Girl Guides Australia following the devastating bush fires in the last few months. Over 50 girls took part ranging from the youngest Rainbows (5 and over) to the Rangers who are up to 18.

The girls and young women ran or walked together along the scenic mile at Stokes Bay seafront, undeterred by the wind and rain, knowing they were doing their bit for the Guides in Australia.

As Emma Ansell, Assistant Division Commissioner for Gosport South, said: “We heard of Guides in their communities in Australia responding in various ways: providing places of refuge for those evacuated from fire zones; collecting and packing food and water; preparing care packs for firefighters; and making animal wraps for injured koalas. It is such good news that our young people help others in this way and we wanted to share their achievements.”

The amount raised on the day was over £500 and more is still coming in. The girls felt that if everyone helped it could make a positive difference, and raise morale, showing that those in Girlguiding in Alverstoke and Forton care about the situation in Australia.

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For further information on joining Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Rangers (or becoming a helper or Leader yourself!) go to www.girlguiding.org.uk Girlguiding is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK. We empower nearly half a million girls to be their best and Girlguiding in Alverstoke and Forton has just demonstrated what can be achieved together to help others.

Photos show those in Girlguiding, of all ages, from Alverstoke and Forton as they completed the Golden Mile at Stokes Bay in Gosport.

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We bring togetherer innovators, investors and entrepreneurs to help strengthen our regional economy and the community of businesses within it. All the money raised from sponsorships and ticket sales go toward Venturefest - festival of innovation Over £100M of opportunity announced creating opportunities for early-stage businesses and startups to exhibit as for #VFS20 Festival of Innovation innovators for free”. #VFS20 Festival of Innovation has a packed The fourth annual #VFS20 Festival of schedule with hands-on workshops and expert Innovation is celebrating the hugely increased talks on a variety of topics covering all things opportunity for its 2020 event on March 27 at innovation, funding, sustainability and creative the Ageas Bowl, Southampton. industries. Open Mic, the fun and informal One of the fastest-growing innovation pitching competition sponsored by Carswell communities in the UK, Venturefest South, will Gould and the New Entrepreneurs Zone are be presenting the unmissable #VFS2020 also back by popular demand.

Festival of Innovation which is set to be the If you are looking for an example of what most impressive yet, with a confirmed over Venturefest South could do for you, successes £100m of funding and investment opportunities, include the creator of Zip Us In, Kate Bell, who Over 1000 visitors as expected to access and won the Innovator of the Year award at #VFS19 unparalleled connections with innovators, for her design of a jacket expander panel for investors and entrepreneurs. use during pregnancy. Since then, she has For 2020, the event is set to surpass itself with been named in the UK’s Top Ten Women pledges already from VFS partners including; Entrepreneurs. Previously, Connell McLaughlin BAE Systems, Dstl, University of Portsmouth, had a stand in the New Entrepreneurs Zone Solent LEP, University of Southampton, and and pitched at the Open Mic event. Four Greentech South to the combined value of investors each pledged £100k towards his £73M (an increase of £28m from 2019). business, Route Reports, which has gone from Businesses from the south will have the strength to strength and is now based in San opportunity to meet these companies and pitch Francisco with a valuation of $2 million. for their funding. #VFS20 Festival of Innovation will take place on In addition, over £50m of opportunity to invest Friday 27 March 2020 at the Ageas Bowl, West comes from Venturefest South innovators and End, Southampton from 9.30am to 3.30pm. entrepreneurs ranging from £25,000 to £20m.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite: Venturefest South Chair Chris Allington said: http://bit.ly/3bwCapp and via the “Venturefest South is funded by the Partners solely for the region’s innovation community. website: www.venturefestsouth.co.uk

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Cohabitation Agreements

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It is now very common for people in relationships to cohabit instead of marrying and to cohabit before marriage. There is no such thing as a common law husband or wife – this is an urban myth!

The law does not give cohabitees the same rights to financial support or to share in their partner’s assets on the breakdown of their relationship, in the same way as spouses.

Cohabitation agreements are mostly sought by couples who have decided to live together but not marry or enter into a civil partnership but who want to regulate their financial and living arrangements both during the period of cohabitation and should itcome to an end.

The cohabitation agreement can be executed even after cohabitation has begun. A cohabitation agreement records arrangements between people who have chosen to live together. It records each party’s rights and responsibilities in relation to the property where they live or intend to live together, financial arrangements between them, both during and following cohabitation and the arrangements to be made if they decide that they no longer want to live together. A cohabitation agreement can be used to record ownership of assets such as property, cars, furniture, art etc which may be used or enjoyed by both parties when they live together, but perhaps are to be retained by the owner if cohabitation ends. The potential benefits of entering into cohabitation agreements are financial planning, avoiding litigation and protection of as-sets. The purpose of a cohabitation agreement is to give parties the flexibility and freedom to organise their financial affairs as they wish both during and following cohabitation and to record the cohabiting couple’s intentions about the legal and beneficial ownership of real and personal property with the aim of reducing the possibility of a dispute about ownership if cohabitation ends. Such agreements also try to identify and protect investments and contributions that you have either brought into the relationship or have contributed significantly towards during the relationship. This is very common where there is a property often where one party has paid a significant contribution, or a party has received a gift or a loan from family, or where parties are beginning a new relationship following a divorce and they wish

to safeguard their own financial security and protect a future inheritance for their children.

Parties considering a cohabitation agreement should be aware of the uncertainty regarding enforceability of terms of a cohabitation agreement and that it is essential that such agreements are drafted carefully to comply with ordinary rules of contract in order to reduce the risk of them being challenged. It is important to ensure that the agreement is negotiated and signed after a sufficient cooling off period has elapsed.

At Driver Belcher Solicitors we can advise you upon and draft for you a bespoke cohabitation agreement to meet your legal requirements.

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Finance & Legal IN BRIEF: What Do You Know About Divorce?

Common misconceptions about divorce If you are considering a divorce you will already know the conflict you feel within yourself, the questioning of whether it is the right decision, if that is what you really want, and how hard it is to subsequently address or discuss this issue with your spouse.

When considering or getting a divorce you may not know your rights, where to find reliable information, how to get divorced or what you need to do. Here we explain some of the most common misconceptions.

After the final divorce order (called the Decree Absolute) I will no longer have any ties to my ex-spouse • Your marriage is legally ended once Decree Absolute is pronounced • Your financial claims against each other will remain open indefinitely until there is an approved Order from the Court addressing financial issues • Without a Court Order your ex-spouse can potentially make a claim for a share of any monies you receive, such as an inheritance or lottery win • Without a Court Order your ex-spouse can potentially come back at any time, even 20 years later, and make a claim for financial support • If you want to protect your future financial position seek legal advice regarding a financial agreement I have been the homemaker and main carer for the children so I will get nothing • As a homemaker and carer of children your contribution is relevant • You may be entitled to spousal maintenance • You are likely to have a claim in the family home and other assets • You might be awarded compensation for the loss of a career • Your needs due to lower income and/or mortgage capacity will be a primary factor within

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any financial settlement.

We have to go to Court to sort out the finances • There are many different ways to address financial issues including: • Direct negotiations between the two of you • Negotiations through lawyers • Mediation • Round-table discussions with clients and legal representatives • Private Financial Dispute Resolution Hearings • Arbitration.

• Courts are overrun and overloaded so where possible they prefer you to reach an agreement and provide them with a draft Consent Order (financial agreement) for their approval.

Having legal representation will make matters worse Having professional legal representation allows you to: • Obtain the correct information regarding your rights, duties and obligations • Get a better understanding of what you can, can’t or should do • Discuss your situation and decide what the best course of action is for you • Facilitate discussions and negotiations with your spouse in a non-confrontational manner • Understand the legal process and the multitude of options available to resolve any associated disputes in relation to finances and/or children Lawyers are expensive • Legal representation can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be!

• You can discuss the work you require and agree costs limits • You can ask for fixed fees, staged fixed fees, payment plans or any other arrangements to help ease the burden • You are in control of the work that is undertaken on your behalf; asking for regular updates and setting costs limits for the different stages of work will help you avoid hefty legal expenses.

If you would like advice and/or information in relation to divorce and associated financial or children issues or how to minimise/resolve family disputes, contact Sarah Lightfoot-Webber, Head of Family at Lawcomm Solicitors, on 01489 864132 or sarah.lightfoot-webber@lawcomm.co.uk for a free initial consultation.

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Free export masterclasses for businesses in the south Free export masterclasses are being held across the south to help ambitious businesses grow and to develop in international markets.

The full-day masterclasses, organised by the region’s Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) and Growth Hubs, will run between 11 February and 31 March. They offer expert insights and practical advice to support businesses of all sizes and are particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

No matter what size or the different levels of experience, the masterclasses are designed to help with making crucial decisions, identify leverage opportunities and maximise profits when entering new markets.

The Solent LEP's Deputy Chair Brian Johnson, said: “The solent region’s businesses have a strong and extremely successful track record on exports. As we enter a new era of international trading relationships, we are determined to help established and new exporters seize opportunities and prepare for change.

We have fully engaged with the support from the Department of International Trade, and have worked closely with our neighbouring LEPs in the South to ensure these masterclasses have a powerful reach and high impact.”

Aimed at businesses based in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Surrey, Berkshire, East and West Sussex, the free comprehensive events focus

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on four critical elements of international trade: ● Researching and Selecting Overseas Markets ● Export Pricing in International Markets ● Managing Overseas Agents and Distributors ● LinkedIn and Social Media International Trade There are only 20 places available for each masterclass.

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There are three masterclass events being held within the Solent LEP region, but people are free to attend any of these including those that are taking place in other regions: Researching & Selecting Overseas Markets Discover how to identify, evaluate and select the right export market opportunities. ● 31 March - Isle of Wight Export Pricing in International Markets Learn how to factor costs and price your product or service in overseas markets. ● 10 March – Southampton Managing Overseas Agents & Distributors Find out how to effectively profile, select and manage international partners. ● 18 February - Portsmouth For the full list of export masterclass sessions taking place across the south, go to

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Applications open for Samantha and Florence Bailey Bursary

Bursary is the perfect way to both remember her involvement and support young people in Agriculture. I would encourage anyone interested in applying to get in touch on 01590 622400 ".

Applications are open for the Samantha and Florence Bailey Bursary, administered by the New Forest Agricultural Show Society, organisers of the New Forest and Hampshire County Show.

The Samantha and Florence Bailey Bursary was launched in 2018 following the death of Samantha Bailey and her unborn daughter Florence in January 2018. Sam was a young farmer and estate agent living in Tiptoe, Sway.

Following in the footsteps of her grandparents and mother she led a wonderful life breeding and showing the Sandlea herd of Charolais cattle. It was with this enthusiasm that she joined as a member of the Show's Cattle Committee pushing the section forward becoming chairman in 2012. Through her chairmanship she met the Queen during her Jubilee visit and the Countess of Wessex showing them around the Cattle Section with her usual energy and passion.

The bursary is reliant upon the generosity of its supporters. Through fundraising initiatives and donations since 2018, the bursary fund has accumulated over ÂŁ13,000 so far. All proceeds from children's ticket sales at the 2019 New Forest and Hampshire County Show were donated to the bursary.

For more information about the Samantha and Florence Bailey Bursary and to download an application form please visit:

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The New Forest Agricultural Show Society set up a bursary in their memory with the aim of supporting young people in agricultural education. The project has two aims: * Fund students attending agricultural college, allowing them to begin a career in agriculture * Pay for applicants to attend short courses, that will benefit their career in agriculture The bursary is open for applicants based in Hampshire who can demonstrate the course will benefit their long-term future in Agriculture. A selection committee will decide which applicants are successful and priority will be given to those who can demonstrate they can make the most out of the Bursary. Applicants should demonstrate how the grant will help their career in agriculture and personal development.

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Local Trades

Solent LEP grants move forward key projects to boost the Solent region The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is working with four organisations based in the area, to support projects get a step closer to being achieved. The projects, proposed by Portsmouth City Council, ABP Southampton, the University of Portsmouth, and Solent University, each support exciting new growth plans for the area.

The LEP's agreement to work with them means that each of these proposed projects, offering a wide range of advantages to the region, are closer to becoming realities.

SJ Hunt, a Board Director and delivery champion for the Solent LEP said: “At their core each of these projects offer strong sustainability and economic development, and are hugely significant for the Solent region.

“From supporting the creation of hundreds of new jobs, providing high-tech, state-of-the-art training spaces, new laboratories and business engagement zones for hundreds of learners and businesses through to having a beneficial impact on air quality and significantly reducing the risk of coastal flooding of properties for the next 100 years.”

Portsmouth City Council's project would cover 4.5km of Southsea's seafront and aims to provide protection from coastal flooding. The project would significantly reduce the risk of coastal flooding to 10,119 residential and 1,311 commercial properties for the next 100 years.

David Williams, Chief Executive Officer at Portsmouth City Council said: “I am delighted we have progressed our bid to the next level with the Solent LEP. After six years of concerted

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effort from the project team and with unanimous support from the City Council, we are very close to achieving full funding for flood defences to protect the city from flooding for existing residents and future generations.”

The total project cost for the first phase of this project stands at £16,000,000 and the grant request is for £5,000,000.

ABP, which operates in the Port of Southampton, is developing a project to enable shore power for cruise ships at a multi-user terminal at the Europe's major cruise Port. This would be the first major commercial berth and cruise terminal benefiting from this technology in the United Kingdom. As shore power allows compatible vessels to switch off their engines,

they would emit no emissions whilst docked in Southampton. Alastair Welch, ABP’s Regional Director, said: “Shore Power represents a major opportunity for the cruise sector, the port and the city of Southampton. By giving cruise ships the opportunity to ‘plug in’ when they’re alongside will completely eliminate emissions during that time. “Our plans are also in line with the Government’s 2050 Maritime Strategy on a pathway towards lower and zero emissions.”

The total project cost stands at £6,313,171 and the grant is for £4,434,350.

The University of Portsmouth is proposing a new Centre for Creative and Immersive XR (CCIXR) within the University’s Faculty of

Creative and Cultural Industries, to host world-leading technology. The CCIXR will provide emerging XR (eXtended Realities) technology facilities and expertise in an integrated purpose-built environment for research and development, innovation, skills and economic development.

Professor Trevor Keeble, Dean of Creative and Cultural Industries said: “CCIXR builds on the University's long standing expertise in creative technologies. Our staff and students work with businesses and organisations to bring value and innovation through research and development, and our many local, national and global partnerships are key to developing the skilled workforce of the future. Investment in cutting-edge creative and immersive technologies will make this region a centre for the rapidly emerging immersive and extended reality industries, and we are delighted to be working in partnership with Solent LEP to develop our plans."

The total project cost stands at £5,184,192 and the grant is for £3,617,561.

Southampton Solent University wants to complete its Maritime Strategy 2020 with the redevelopment of its Warsash Safety Training Centre, to reinforce its goal of being the global skills and training provider of choice for the maritime sector. It is aiming to deliver a unique and nationally significant marine safety training centre, focused on fire, medical, maritime and offshore, and provide a mix of classroom, changing and specialist facilities.

Professor Syamantak Bhattacharya, Dean of Southampton Solent University’s Warsash School of Maritime Science and Engineering said: “Development of our shore-based facilities is an important part of the University’s £43 million investment in maritime education and training. We are pleased to be working with the Solent LEP to build on our world-renowned Warsash heritage, which not only benefits the University and maritime industries but also the region.”

The total project cost is £22,278,482 and the grant, for phase three of the project is £4,400,000.

Whilst these business cases are being produced by the lead organisations involved, the LEP will work with them to support their production, with the ultimate aim of achieving the projects' objectives.

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ADVANCE TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR HMS COLLINGWOOD OPEN DAY We are delighted to announce that advance tickets are now on sale for HMS Collingwood Open Day featuring the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) Field Gun Competition on Saturday 6 June 2020.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketzone.co.uk During the Open Day there will be attractions, entertainment and displays designed to capture the imagination of everyone. There will be an Interactive Zone includes hands-on activities, attractions for our younger guests can be found in the Toddler Zone, whilst the older children can enjoy the FREE FUN FAIR. Parts of the base are open to visitors, allowing them to see the Royal Navy’s training equipment and experience some training first hand, including navigating a ship into harbour on our Warship Bridge Simulator.

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The gates will open at 0930. A FREE BUS SERVICE will run twice per hour from Fareham and Gosport and back. Once the entrance fee is paid all entertainment and attractions are free of charge.

Photographs, courtesy of Keith Woodland Crown Copyright, show the last year’s Field Gun crews in action.

NAVY TEAM SUPPORTS ELSON JUNIOR SCHOOL INITIATIVE A group of Year 5 pupils from Elson Junior School have just ‘graduated’ from their 6-week course working with naval personnel from HMS Collingwood on a variety of leadership activities looking at the Navy’s core values.

The naval personnel from Victory Squadron worked with 10 children from the school, providing 5 2- hour sessions, weekly at the Gosport premises, with the final one taking place at HMS Collingwood, for the graduation ceremony.

The sessions focused on helping the children develop, utilising the Navy’s C2DRIL; Courage, Commitment, Discipline, Respect, Integrity and Leadership, and how these qualities can be incorporated into the Navy’s various roles.

Lieutenant Peter Taylor and Leading Physical Trainer Lauren McCarthy visited the school to deliver a variety of activities including knot tying, marching practice, STEM inspired work and various fun team building and leadership tasks.

Lieutenant Taylor was the Liaison Officer for the programme. He said “It was a great opportunity

to show the children some of the Royal Navy core values and give them some team building exercises. The aim was to bring them out of their comfort zone and develop them as individuals, and as a team, as the course progressed.”

When asked how things had gone Rebecca Hull, Family Link Worker based at the school said, “This has been brilliant. It was aimed to raise their aspirations, to try and help them see how the things they learn in school can help them throughout their lives, that school is not just about academic lessons, it’s about them developing as individuals.”

Akira Olugbemi, from year 5 said “The Collingwood group was really fun and what I enjoyed most was trying to problem-solve getting the equipment from one side of the hall to the other. The girls were most successful because we tried to figure things out and didn’t shout at each other.”

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The pupils with Lieutenant Taylor and Lauren, displaying their graduation certificates.

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SAILORS HELP CARE HOME RESIDENTS SPREAD SOME LOVE

Sailors based at HMS Collingwood have taken time out of their usual training schedule to join in Valentine’s Day festivities at a local care home.A group of Warfare Trainees, all dressed in their best dress uniforms, travelled the short distance from the Base to Tudor Lodge Nursing Home to help serve a special meal, Bucks Fizz and sherry to residents celebrating Valentine’s Day. Not only that but later, they presented each lady there with a long-stemmed red rose!

Afterwards the sailors took the opportunity to talk to some of the residents, sharing stories of military life with many of the veterans living there.Derek Ikens was a Chief Petty Officer in the Gunnery Section who served in the Falklands War. He explained why visits from today’s sailors means so much saying, “I’m Royal Navy through and through. I served 22 years, but I wish I could have done another 20! I love the Navy. Things have changed but I really like to keep in touch with the Navy today.”

Shirley Wilson also enjoyed the sailors’ visit.

She said, “It’s really lovely to see the sailors in their smart uniforms and I wish they could stay longer!”

Trainees, l to r, ETs Joe Barnett, Corry Dalton, Matt Lund and Ayden Larwie present residents Marjori Vickers, Gloria Mclellan and Shirley Wilson with Valentine’s roses.

The nursing home in Newgate Lane is one of HMS Collingwood’s near neighbours and the young trainees were thrilled to be able to visit the residents there. The privately-owned care home provides a welcoming and supportive family environment for residents aged 55 years or older, including those with medical issues.

Photographs courtesy of Keith Woodland, Crown Copyright.

Trainees, l to r, AB Ben Dobson, ET Joe Barnett, ET Ayden Larwie, ET Matt Lund and ET Dalton enjoyed hearing stories from residents Harry Barryman, Ken Carter and Ian Robinson.

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COLLINGWOOD ESTABLISHES LINKS fascinating to see staff so passionate about what they do and all that goes on in this training WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS AND base. Hearing about the apprenticeships COLLEGES Captain Catherine Jordan Royal Navy, the Commanding Officer of HMS Collingwood, recently welcomed local education leaders to the Fareham site. The aim of the visit was to forge closer links with the local community and showcase facilities and opportunities for education and engagement which could be available to local schools and colleges. In addition, it aimed to provide a greater understanding of the work conducted by staff and trainees in the local community.

On welcoming the visitors Captain Jordan set the scene for the day which offered tours of key facilities on the site and included briefings by Lieutenant Peter Taylor, organiser of the day, and Warrant Officer Mark Thomas who is part of the Navy’s Apprenticeship Coordination department. Peter, a STEM Ambassador, who is also fully engaged in outreach programmes to local schools, gave examples of the programmes and activities already taking place, which could be available to other schools.

Mark gave the visitors a brief on the apprenticeships available through the Navy, and the work taking place to align these to the specific roles found within the Service.

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available was very interesting. It was nice to learn and educate myself about the Royal Navy and the learning that goes on. It’s been really interesting.”

Alison Russell, Headteacher of Crofton Hammond Junior School said “Approximately a quarter of our population are from service families, lots of parents also work at HMS Collingwood. This is my first visit and it has been brilliant. There are three things I will take away; the enthusiasm of Lauren (McCarthy) the PTI who hosted us, the STEM opportunities available and the facilities you have here. Meeting new people and networking has been wonderful. Thank you very much indeed for the invitation.”

Speaking of the visit Captain Jordan said “I am delighted that so many local schools were able to send representatives to come and visit the establishment and witness what we do. It is vitally important that we cooperate closely, not just to showcase what the Royal Navy has to offer our future generations, but also to enable closer links between education and employment. There is much we can do together in education and training for the future.”

The photograph, courtesy of Keith Woodland, Crown Copyright, shows the visits receiving their welcome brief by Captain Jordan.

Young John Houston, an Irish farmer's son, develops his interest in medicine while helping a country doctor. But it's not long before his ambition to become a physician sees him studying at Edinburgh University. From there he graduates and goes on to work as an Assistant Surgeon in the military. John travels the world, goes to war and even delivers the child of the Nizam in Ghularabad. Along the way there is bloodshed, heartache and difficult times for the young doctor, but will he ever find true love and be happy? From Derry to Edinburgh. Madras to Ghularabad and from the shores of Africa to the Peninsula,we follow young Houston's adventures across the globe as he serves Wellington at the battle of Assaye, escapes the Nizam's palace with his life and tangles with pirates as he searches for love and happiness.

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Whats On - Music

P&O Cruises reveals The Script and Pixie Lott as additions for first ever ‘Ionafest’

P&O Cruises is delighted to announce that The Script and Pixie Lott have joined the line-up for Ionafest, a major new festival set to take place this summer on Iona, P&O Cruises newest ship.

Guests will enjoy panoramic views; Nordic scenery and luxurious accommodation, as well as street-food-style pop-ups and bars inspired by foodie fantasies. Other entertainment over the week will include a silent disco, live screenings and aerial wonders in the SkyDome.

This unique, not to be missed experience can be booked from www.pocruises.com and all Ionafest acts and entertainment are included in the price of the holiday, which returns to Southampton on 11 July.

Irish alt-pop trio The Script and four-time BRIT award nominee Pixie Lott join a host of artists including Grammy award winners Clean Bandit and DJs including four-time MOBO winner Trevor Nelson, MBE; Blur’s Alex James and BBC Radio 2 presenter Jo Whiley.

P&O Cruises president, Paul Ludlow, said: “We are breaking new ground on Iona, with some of today’s biggest music artists performing at Ionafest. This really is the festival of the year and I’m sure that our guests will be just as excited about these new line-up additions as we are.

Guests will join Iona in Southampton on Saturday July 4, 2020 for the Norwegian Fjords and the cruise will begin with a spectacular naming celebration that will excite concert and gig fans, and will include a special performance from P&O Cruises new brand ambassador Gary Barlow.

“The backdrop of the Norwegian Fjords will give guests a dramatic landscape to enjoy a variety of entertainment, incredible acts and mouth-watering pop-up restaurants, making this a truly once in a lifetime opportunity.”

For more information or to book, call P&O Cruises on 03453 555 111, visit https://bit.ly/2HHZd2X or visit a travel agent.

Example package: Ionafest - G010, Norwegian Fjords, July 4 – July 11, 2020, 7 nights from £749pp.

Departing from and returning to Southampton ports of call are Olden, Geiranger and Bergen.

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Newly confirmed artists join a line-up which includes Clean Bandit, Trevor Nelson, MBE, Alex James, Diversity, Jo Whiley and Sara Cox

Further entertainment has also been revealed in the form of dance group Diversity, headed by choreographer and dancer Ashley Banjo. They will be joined by some of Strictly Come Dancing’s biggest stars, including comedian Chris Ramsey, judge Motsi Mabuse and professional dancers Amy Dowden and Ben Jones.

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Wessex Sinfonietta, conductor: Nicholas Wilks Sunday 29th March 2020 at 3.30 pm Chandlers Ford Methodist Church, Winchester Road, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2GJ (Audience members are permitted to use Waitrose car park) Beethoven: Overture ‘Creatures of Prometheus’ Dvorak: Czech Suite Op.39 Beethoven: Romance in F (Oxana Dodon violin) Haydn: Symphony No.99 in E flat

Tickets: £15 (adults) and £1 (aged 18 and under) In advance from https://bit.ly/2xbmQPp or 07973 186430 and on the door (cash only) Seats unreserved, fully accessible

Bishop's Waltham Festival Concert 2020

The Festival Concert on Saturday 9th May will be the first event of this summer's activities. It will be at 6.30pm and once again the Church have kindly allowed us to use St. Peter's in Bishop's Waltham as the venue. The Concert singers will have spent the day with a professional choirmaster learning a range of songs to suit all tastes to perform to the audience. They are a talented bunch so we hope many people will come along to listen and be entertained by them. There will be well-known songs from musicals such as South Pacific and Grease, up-beat songs such as The Rhythm of Life, classical items like Non Nobis Domine and some traditional pieces too.

Tickets are £5 per adult and this includes refreshments. You will be able to purchase tickets from Best Wishes in Brook Street from mid-April.

Anyone who would like to be part of the production can join the Workshop from 10.00 – 4.00pm on Saturday 9th May at St. Peter's. The cost for the day is £10 (to cover sheet music)

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including some light refreshment and you can also advance order a Ploughman's Lunch for £6. To register you need to complete a form, available from Best Wishes or by email from bettyden_2000@yahoo.com until 7th April, and from timswills@btinternet.com thereafter.

The next events will be on the midsummer weekend in June. On Friday 19th Rain or Shine Theatre Company will return to Bishop's Waltham Palace Grounds to perform She Stoops To Conquer. Doors open at 6.30pm with the performance at 7.30pm. Bring your friends, your picnics, your chairs or rugs, and be prepared to enjoy yourselves! It's midsummer so don't forget the Pimms and strawberries!

Wickham based Coffee Cruiser will be with us for teas and coffees. Tickets will cost £18 for an adult, £15 for concessions and £6 for under 15s. They will be available from Best Wishes in Brook Street and online nearer the time.

The next day, Saturday June 20th we will be holding a Mad Hatter's Tea Party in the Palace

grounds from 11.00am to 4.00pm accompanied by relaxed musical entertainment. A jazz band, solo singer, rock band, ukulele players and many others will perform throughout the day.

Most of these performers come from our area.

Children will be entertained with face painting, story telling and can learn circus skills from Joanthan the Jester and drumming skills too.

There'll be a BBQ and tea and yummy cakes on offer and we promise not to put the dormouse in the teapot! If you want to dress up as the Mad Hatter or Alice we'll be delighted – you might be a bit hot in a dormouse outfit in June!! Though we will have an ice cream van on site.

This Party is presented in conjunction with the St George Foundation charity (www.stgeorgefoundation.org.uk) to raise money to support and educate street children in Sierra Leone, a country re-building after the ravages of ebola.Tickets will be £5 per person over 15 years but free to anyone aged 15 years or under. Again, Best Wishes in Brook Street have kindly agreed to be our outlet for ticket sales nearer the time. You'll also be able to order a Picnic Box of sandwiches and a cream tea in advance for £5 a head when you buy your tickets which might be particularly

useful if you stay on for the final event of our summer Festival.

This will follow the Tea Party on Saturday 20th at 6.30pm when Heartbreak Theatre, another professional touring theatre company, return to the Palace Grounds for the third time. This year they will be performing Mr. Stink, an adaptation of a very popular and funny book by David Walliams.

Doors will open at 5.30pm for picnicing and meeting the actors so bring your chairs and rugs. Great entertainment for kids old and young, and adults too!

Tickets will be £12 for an adult, £8 for a child age 5 -15 years, and £34 for a family ticket which admits 4 people with a maximum of 2 adults. These will be available on line and from yes, you've guessed it, Best Wishes in Brook Street.

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HAMPSHIRE AND ISLE OF WIGHT AIR AMBULANCE

FRENCHES FARM RUN

5KM & 1KM TRAIL RUN

Saturday 25th April Andover, SP11 6JG from 9:30am

5KM - £20 1KM - £5 Under 16’s must run with a participating adult.

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For the past six years, local Andover resident Anna White, of Frenches Farm, has been an avid supporter of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, having raised almost £30,000 for the life-saving charity. In April this year, Anna will be hosting two charity fundraising events at her farm, to help keep the Air Ambulance flying and saving lives.

On Saturday 25th April, runners of all abilities will join the Charity’s first ever 5km trail run through the stunning countryside of the North Wessex Downs,

at the Frenches Farm Run. There will also be a 1km trail run for younger runners. On Sunday 26th April, an extended route around the farm will be open to riders and their horses for the annual charity Frenches Farm Ride. Perfect for all ages, on-site refreshments and BBQ food will be available to purchase throughout the day at both events. For more information on how you can support your local Air Ambulance at Frenches Farm Run or Frenches Farm Ride, please email: enquiries@hiowaa.org

BOTLEY MARKET HALL GEARS UP FOR A LIVELY YEAR

The Market Hall is owned and run by a local charity and relies totally on local volunteers and fundraising. Why not join the friendly team of locals who run it! Just ring 01489 781155 to find out how you can help. This year we are aiming to improve the Hall even more – external frontage redecoration and lighting; turning the rear room into a pleasant meeting room for small groups, by installing a window and soft flooring. Why not come along to our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 8th April at 7pm in the Hall? Find out what goes on in the Hall and join the team! We can tempt you in with a glass of wine! Then do come to our first big Art and Craft Exhibition on Saturday 16th May from 10am

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till 5pm when there will be a magnificent display by local artists and craftspeople – potters, modellers, carvers, quilters, and painters of all media. Too good to miss. Free entry and there will be items for sale.

On the evening of Friday 15th May from 6pm we will offer a Preview Evening – for just £5 you will meet the artists, see demonstrations, listen to music, and see the exhibition, all accompanied by sparkling wine and canopes. Tickets in advance from Derek Oswald, tel 01489 781155 Then of course you can join any of the 20 or so clubs and societies which meet in the Hall or hire it for your special occasion.

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Whats On - Music VAN MORRISON CONFIRMED FOR WICKHAM FESTIVAL

Van Morrison is to headline this year’s Wickham Festival.The global superstar will top the bill on Saturday August 8 in front of what is sure to be a sell-out crowd. It is a major coup for organisers who have worked hard to secure the rock legend who recently sold out six nights at the London Palladium.

The Belfast singer-songwriter has a huge catalogue of hits to his name, most notably Brown Eyed Girl, Gloria, Moondance and Jackie Wilson Said. His live performances are renowned on the rock circuit and his appearance is set to spark a surge in sales.

Organiser Peter Chegwyn said: “This is absolutely massive for us – and for the village. It will be very special to have such a rock and roll icon coming to Wickham. This really does put us on the map.

“Van Morrison is one of the biggest names not just in British music but across the world. He has been one of the most influential singer-songwriters in the business for many decades and it is a real privilege to have him here.

“His live performances really are something special and I know our fans will love having him here. We are absolutely thrilled and we can’t wait to welcome him to Wickham.”

The 74-year-old, whose honours include a knighthood, an OBE, a Brit, six Grammys, an Ivor Novello and entry into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, sounds as fresh as ever with his shows consistently selling out to an army of fans.

He will be playing his biggest hits as well as tracks from his latest Album Three Chords and the Truth.

Morrison joins a host of other stars appearing at the picturesque Hampshire site from August 6-9.

Top of the bill on the opening night is the SAS Band (Spike’s All Stars) fronted by Queen keyboard player Spike Edney starring evergreen Wickham favourites Steve Harley (Cockney Rebel), Graham Gouldman (10CC), Tom Robinson, Toyah and Madeline Bell (Blue Mink).

Also appearing on Thursday are Nine Below Zero, Tankus the Henge, Peatbog Faeries and John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett.

Friday’s line-up includes Wickham favourites Capercaillie, Show of Hands, Eddi Reader and Dhol Foundation along with a debut for the renowned Peat and Diesel. Saturday’s bill has Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets plus Seth Lakeman as well Van Morrison.

There will be a strong finish to the festival with Sunday seeing the ever popular Waterboys headlining alongside Leo Sayer, the South, Stanley Jordan and rising stars Beans on Toast.

Chegwyn added: “Once again it is an incredibly strong line-up with a mix of up and coming artists, long-standing Wickham favourites and some big stars making their first appearances at Wickham.

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“It is a formula which works well and has fans travelling to this tiny village from all over the world because they know there will be top quality music and just as importantly the family friendly atmosphere will never change. It really is a unique event in that respect.

“Children can wander safely and indulge in the many free activities while parents visit the many craft and food and drink stalls and listen to the wonderful music in a very relaxed environment. And with our two main stages being under canvas, it means people don’t need to worry about the weather.”

Weekend tickets are now on sale at just £160 per adult or £80 for each Under 16 with Under 10's admitted completely free. Adult day tickets will be available at £45 per adult for the Thursday, £55 for the Friday, £75 for the Saturday and £60 for the Sunday, Under 16’s half price. Tickets are on sale via www.wickhamfestival.co.uk along with details of all artists confirmed for the 2020 festival which runs from August 6-9.

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Whats On FASHION SHOW TO RAISE FUNDS FOR MS SOCIETY TICKETS SELLING FAST SO DON’T DELAY Date: Thursday 26th March, 2020 Venue: Jubilee Hall, doors open 6.30pm to visit Stalls Stalls: Fabulous selection of stalls selling ladies accessories: Boutique ME, Luvvit, Labels, Olive & Ted, Marmalade Designs, Rose & Millie & Avon

Show: 7.30pm Fashion Show commences showing Spring/Summer wear by Boutique ME, Luvvit, Labels & Olive & Ted Raffle: Grand Raffle Tickets: £15 pp to include a glass of Prosecco & Canapes available from Boutique ME

CARNIVAL & SHOW Saturday 13th June, 2020 ‘Childrens Books Theme’ Help make this year’s Carnival the best yet and join the Procession either as an Individual, Group or Organisation in this year’s Theme ‘Childrens Books’.

Come in fancy dress, make a creative mask, hat, decorated umbrellas, faces painted or even a theme decorated trolley, go cart, wheel barrow or bicycle or even make a Main Banner, individual banner or flags.

Meeting place on the day is Bishops Waltham Square from 11.30am. Procession commences 12 noon.

Also a Bonus if you are in Fancy Dress in the Procession you get into the Show free.

Want to know more, contact Paul Chesterman email paulchesterman1@gmail.com or Call 01489 797309.

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EVER THOUGHT ABOUT JOINING BISHOP’S WALTHAM ROTARY? Want to meet new people, have fun, raise money for local & international good causes then contact: mandy.tourle@bishopswalthamrotary.org.uk or visit our website www.bishopswalthamrotary.org.uk - come along to a meeting and see what you think

THE ROTARY CLUB OF BISHOP’S WALTHAM Bishop’s Waltham

This year’s theme

Saturday June 13 2020 Procession and Motorcade at 12 noon

Show - 1.00pm to 5.00pm at Hoe Road Recreation Ground

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ANNOUNCING THE 2020 TOUR OF LEGENDS

Following last years successful inaugural Tour of Legends, we are pleased to announce we are this year having the classic car run on Sunday 28th June, 2020. We have spaces for up to 60 vehicles which the proceeds raised going to local charities.

We will be calling into various destinations on route where the cars will be displayed to the general public. Bill Rawles Classic car sales and restoration have kindly agreed to be our main sponsor for the event. Last year was a great day with a lovely Bunch of classic car owners and a great atmosphere.

END POLIO NOW I hope that you have noticed the purple crocus that are blooming in the town. Some have been planted

by Bishops Waltham in Bloom and a further display were planted in the autumn of 2018 in the Junior and Infant Schools and at the Hoe Road roundabout by the Rotary Club. (picture).

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Last year we raised £3,000 for No Limits helping young people suffering with anxiety and depression and The Society of St James for the homeless, a great achievement.

Entry is £50 per car which includes lunch at Ampfield Golf Club, lunch for partners/ Passenger is £12.50 each.

The have a look at what happened last year see our Facebook page or for an application form contact Jason on 07767880544 or email jason.rule@bishopswalthamrotary.org.uk Why crocus and why purple? Crocus was chosen as it blooms in late February early March as Rotary International celebrates its anniversary each 23rd February. It was started in 1905 = 115 years ago.

Why purple? Rotary International launched a project in 1985 to protect the children of the world from poliomylitus (Polio for short) . A virus that affects the central nervous system causing limbs to become flaccid. It mainly affects children under five. Fortunately, there has not been an outbreak of polio in the UK for many years but it still affects children in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Children can be immunised against polio by giving them just two drops of vaccine. In countries such as Pakistan, Afghanistan and other countries that are vulnerable to polio outbreaks when children taking part in mass immunisations have a purple dye put onto the little finger of their left hand. This enables immunisation teams to check that all the children have received the drops. Hence the colour associated with the project to rid the whole world of polio.

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Banff Mountain Film Festival 2020 Tour brings thrilling adventure to UK 18 January – 26 May 2020

The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is back for 2020, bringing a brand-new selection of gripping action and adventure films to more venues than ever before in the UK and Ireland.

The tour features two different collections of extraordinary films from the world’s best adventure film-makers, with super-human challenges, soulful journeys and spectacular cinematography from the wildest corners of the planet. Plus the film Up to Speed puts a spotlight on the extraordinary discipline of speed climbing, featuring in the in Olympic Games for the first time ever at Tokyo 2020.

“We can’t wait to share the latest inspirational films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival on our biggest tour yet!” says UK and Ireland tour director Nell Teasdale.

“And as well as exhilarating stories starring intrepid characters and pioneering journeys, an evening at Banff is a celebration of the great outdoors, with a vibrant atmosphere and a real sense of community.

And we guarantee audiences will leave inspired to have an adventure of their own!”

The tour’s films are chosen from hundreds of entries into the Banff Mountain Film Festival, which is held every November in the Canadian Rockies. The UK and Ireland tour starts in Pitlochry, Scotland, on Saturday 18 January, and finishes in Norwich on Tuesday 26 May, visiting 60 locations with 114 screenings along the way. As well as thrilling films, each event features a free prize draw for exciting outdoorsy goodies from the tour partners.

For more information and to book tickets, see www.banff-uk.com.

Film highlights include: Home (tour edit) Oxfordshire adventurer Sarah Outen embarks on a four-year, human-powered traverse of the globe, travelling by bike, kayak and rowing boat across Europe, Asia, the Pacific Ocean, North America and finally the Atlantic. The punishing elements, months of solitude and storms push Sarah to the mental and physical brink, and Home intimately and unflinchingly captures her 20,000mile odyssey.

Spectre Expedition – Mission Antarctica 1,000 miles, 200+kg of kit each, 65 days, 3 mates and 1 mountain. Using snow-kites to travel great distances, with massive loads at speeds of up to 60kmph, this is the epic tale of a daring dream to reach the summit of one of the most remote mountains on earth: The Spectre, Antarctica. Starring British adventurer Leo Houlding, plus teammates Jean Burgun from France and Kiwi Mark Sedon.

The Ladakh Project Join French athlete Nouria Newman as she tackles a 375km solo kayaking expedition down the most remote and daunting rivers in the Indian Himalaya.

With some hair-raising moments, Nouria is forced to push herself to the edge of her limits, saying “I felt really vulnerable. I had a proper look at what my guts were made of.” hashtag #Banff2020

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2020 Tour Dates – UK & Ireland ENGLAND 14 Feb Brighton, Brighton Dome 18 March Reading, The Hexagon 27 March Poole, Concert Hall – Lighthouse 2 April Portsmouth, The Kings Theatre 3 April Brighton, Brighton Dome 27 April Portsmouth, The Kings Theatre

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Whats On Crofton WI meet at the Baptist Church, Stubbington, Jays Close at 7.30 pm, second Wednesday of the month.

Our Speaker this month will be Peter Hull, MBE subject being ‘Gold is More Than a Word – Disability in Sport’.

Visitors are always most welcome.

We have many activities such as a Book Club, Outings, Lunch meetings, Craft Group, Walking and Coach Trips. Be pleased to see you. Contact number 01329 845619 LEE PLAYERS present 'LADIES IN LAVENDER' Adapted for the stage by Shaun McKenna, at The Crofton Hall Theatre, Crofton Community Centre, Stubbington Lane, Stubbington, PO14 2PP, on 19th, 20th, 21st March. Doors open 7:30pm, curtain 8:00pm.

Tickets £10.00, including programme, from 01329 662128, or Crofton Community Centre or at the door on the night.

'When a young Polish man is washed ashore two elderly sisters rescue him, taking him into their home and hearts to nurse him back to health. They discover his musical talent but his mysterious presence unsettles the sisters and those in the local community.' Don't miss this evocative and heart-warming tale of unrequited love and unfulfilled dreams.

Thank you Solent Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild We are a small, but very busy guild with lots to look forward to in 2020. Our members range from the beginner to professional textile artists who all share a love of stitch and textiles.

At the moment we are finishing off our pieces of work to go into our own exhibition in the summer at the Westbury Manor Museum in Fareham It is shaping up to be a fantastic collection of work, so please come in and see it! Meeting on the third Monday of each mouth, our next speaker will be on Monday 17th February where we will be hosting a Weaver. Alice Hume who will take us through her work. If you would like to join us, please come along. You will be made very welcome.

We meet in the Parish Rooms in Titchfield , PO14 4AQ. 7pm for 7:30pm. visitors £5.

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‘The Last of the Pelican Daughters’:

'a high-spirited show from a young company that know what they're doing' Independent **** 'polished and fizzy' The Guardian A powerfully emotional story of family, an intimate exploration of loss, sisterhood, care and much more. Four sisters are trying to divide up their late mother's home.

Joy wants a baby. Storm wants attention. Sage wants to be paid. Maia doesn't want anyone to find out... and... Granny's in a wheelchair on day release. Wardrobe Ensemble (Education, Education, Education) return with their trademark humour and loveable characters. "visually the play is stunning… colour is everywhere… in the performances, the characters, the luscious pastel pink of the walls and the eclectic witty spirit of the story" BroadwayBaby

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Whats On PREMIER’S 2020 BRITISH MOTOR YACHT IS SET TO EXPAND

The British Motor Yacht Show (BMYS) is pleased to announce that the 2020 show will extend to four days from Thursday 14th to Sunday 17th May and will include more craft than ever before.

Backed by top British luxury motor yacht brands Fairline, Princess and Sunseeker, and hosted

by Premier’s Swanwick Marina, the British Motor Yacht Show is set to grow to make the 2020 show arguably the biggest motor yacht show in the UK. Since inception, the BMYS has built an enviable reputation for presenting a stunning line up of luxury motor yachts, powerboats and RIBs and this year will be even better. The high-end show will deliver carefully curated on water and shore side display areas, with model premieres, featuring the finest motor craft from around the globe at a range of lengths from 32 to 95 feet.

Alongside headline brands Fairline, Princess and Sunseeker, returning exhibits are expected to include craft from Azimut, Axopar, Brabus, Bavaria, Chris-Craft, Hinckley, Hunt Yachts, Jeanneau, Nordhavn, Prestige Yachts, Sealine and Williams Ribs; new to the line-up will be Fleming Yachts, Parker Boats and Pearl Yachts, a company firmly rooted in the international yachting industry.

Now celebrating its seventh year, the in-water exhibits a will showcase Swanwick Marina’s innovative new floating marina. With free entry and parking on site, visitors can expect to be impressed with the number of high-profile overseas brands in addition to the comprehensive range of British built craft.

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Established in 2014, Graham Bristowe, Swanwick Marina’s General Manager, reflects on the show’s longevity and reputation for being the UK’s biggest motor boat show.

“We are always incredibly proud to host such a plethora of magnificent motor yacht brands over this period. I think the show’s attraction and its natural expansion year on year is because the show remains unique and focussed on motor boats of all types. Unlike the crowded international shows, the British Motor Yacht Show offers buyers the chance to see beautifully designed boats from global brands up close and personal, and attendees appreciate the ‘private time’ and space to talk to the experts who have a passion for their brands”.

Moreover, the 2020 show, which will be supported with live music entertainment and an artisan gin bar, will build on the success of previous years with luxury motorcar brands, courtesy of complementing the line-up of luxury crafts.

So whether you are a first-time buyer looking for in-depth advice from the experts or an experienced owner wanting to upgrade your current model, this show is a ‘must visit’ as it celebrates all the exciting aspects of boat ownership.

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‘Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)’: **** "A have-your-cake-and-eat-it adaptation in which the gags are plentiful even when the stakes are high" The Guardian **** "Rip-roaring riff on Jane Austen" The Stage

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Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this 'riot of fun' (WhatsOnStage) all-female adaptation of Jane Austen’s unrivalled literary classic.

Featuring a killer karaoke soundtrack including.

Carly Simon's You're So Vain, Elton John's Don't Go Breaking My Heart, Etta James's At Last, Spandau Ballet's True, Candi Staton's Young Hearts Run Free, Kylie's I Should Be So Lucky and lots more classic pop hits.

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THE OVERTONES come to WEYMOUTH Pavilion on Sunday 28th June 2020!

Multi-platinum selling vocal harmony group, The Overtones are delighted to announce their 11th UK Tour taking place this June / July 2020! Tickets are available

from https://bit.ly/38yQICp With 5 top 10 albums and 10 sold out UK Tours, The Overtones will embark on their 11th UK Tour taking place this Summer. For the last decade, The Overtones have been a household name after appearing on dozens of television shows across the UK and Europe including Dancing On Ice, BBC Breakfast and This Morning to name just a few. After headlining at world renowned venues like The London Palladium and the Royal Albert Hall. The Overtones have built a name for themselves as one of the UK’s most prolific live acts. From performing at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at Buckingham Palace to singing at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin in front of one million people. The Overtones have entertained at some of the biggest events on the planet. In 2019, the group welcomed new member, Jay James who rose to prominence working with the likes of John Legend and as a finalist on The X Factor.

The announcement heralds the start of an exciting new era for The Overtones. The Overtones member Mike Crawshaw says, “We love performing classic songs and favourites from our albums, there will be plenty of surprises on tour this Summer”, says Mike Crawshaw.

“Over the last 11 years we’ve learnt a thing or two about throwing a party! People come to our shows to let their hair down, get their spirits up and dance their hearts out.

We want everyone to leave an Overtones concert with a huge smile on their face and a spring in their step. This year will be our best tour yet!” With their innate charm and adherence to vintage-modernist style, and a devotion to the timeless appeal of male vocal harmonies, The Overtones are a bridge between pre-rock’n’roll classicism and lively 21st Century entertainment. They’ve sold over a million albums, made countless TV appearances and filled venues to capacity on tour after tour, all the while building a relationship with their fans that has real depth and devotion.2018 saw the group release their sixth album ‘The Overtones’.

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Watercress Line welcomes Thomas the Tank Engine this Easter for its 75th anniversary

Not only will visitors get unlimited trips behind Thomas at Ropley, but Thomas’ friends will be waiting for passengers at Alresford. Watercress Line’s home fleet and miniature railway can also be enjoyed throughout the day.

Ropley Station will provide the coveted opportunity to shake hands with the Fat Controller and enjoy endless fun on the vintage fairground rides. Plus, younger Thomas fans can enjoy Thomas-themed activities such as Thomas playsets, colouring and DVD shows.

Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’ will be welcoming the world’s favourite little blue tank engine this Easter during its 75th anniversary year, as its hugely popular Day Out With Thomas event returns.

From 10th - 19th April 2020, Thomas and his friends will be at the heritage railway bringing with them a huge range of exciting activities for all the family to enjoy.

Following a successful debut in 2019, sweeping duo Rusty and Dusty return this year bringing the world of Thomas and his friends to life with storytelling and mischievous magic performances at Ropley. The pair will also be joining the Fat Controller for Story Time.

Katherine Thomas, Events Manager at the Watercress Line, said: “This is a landmark year for Thomas and we’re delighted he’s returning to the Watercress Line to celebrate with us.

The buzz is already starting and we can’t wait to welcome excited families to meet Thomas and his friends at what is always a huge event for us.”

A second Day Out with Thomas event will take place at the Watercress Line from 8th - 16th August 2020.

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Jay Geddes and Francis Benali announce new charity evening cruise

Renowned local chef Jay Geddes and Southampton Football Club legend Francis Benali are once again teaming up to host a charity dinner cruise.

The culinary event, on-board Dutch-owned Princess Caroline, will take guests on an evening tour of the south coast on Thursday 30- July with proceeds going to Cancer Research UK. “This is a great chance for people to come together for an evening of wonderful food, good music and beautiful views of the south coast and to raise money for this amazing charity at the same time,” said Franny.

“Cancer Research UK will benefit from the proceeds of the evening, and that makes me very happy. With Chef Jay Geddes and friends cooking up three delicious courses, I have absolutely no doubt it will be an evening to remember for all concerned.”

Chef Jay Geddes added: “I’m delighted to be doing this again, welcoming some amazing guest chefs for our dinner cruise - Masterchef winners Shelina Permalloo and Jane Devonshire - so our guests are in for a real treat.

Both are local, so this is a real celebration of our region. We can’t wait for people to taste our offering in July.”

The cruise, which includes live music from talented Southampton vocalist Charley Macauley, and mind-blowing tricks from one of the UK’s top magicians, Michael Brown - as well as a champagne reception - is limited to just 100 guests and leaves Town Quay - opposite Red Funnel - at 6.30pm on 30th July.

Tickets cost £70 per person.

For Tickets and more information, please visit

https://bit.ly/2vVZw7z or email hello@jaygeddes.com

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