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THIS MONTH: Mar well’s Snow Leopard Cubs are out and about Have your photo featured on our front cover and win a family ticket to Mar well Our guide to events and activities in the area NET WORKING IN YOUR LOCAL COMMUNIT Y . . .

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Marwell’s Snow leopard cubs are out and about Marwell’s three adorable snow leopard cubs are out and about and delighting visitors with their playful antics.

Born in April these balls of fluff are sure to melt your heart as they quickly learn from mum. Visit Marwell and watch them as they explore their new home and find their feet.

Their ring-tailed coatis will also be exploring a new home this summer. The new immersive exhibit allows you to watch them climb and play above you. This new home is part of Marwell’s new section of the park: Fur, Feather and Scales.

This includes their new tranquil walkthrough aviary where visitors can get up close to some of the most exotic bird species in the world and find out all about their behaviour as they build nests and interact with one another. It also includes Cold Blooded Corner where you can see a whole host of creepy crawlies!

Go! Rhinos has now officially launched in Southampton and hundreds of families have already completed the stunning art trail of giant rhino sculptures. Explore the streets and follow the trail map to locate all of these colourful and unique works of art. The trail lasts until September 22 and you can download a map from www. gorhinos.co.uk As well as enjoying Marwell’s range of wonderful species at the zoo, expand your animal knowledge with a host of fascinating animal talks and feeds from their experienced keepers and education staff. With more than 170 exotic and endangered species in 140 acres, your visit will make a big difference to their conservation work both here in the UK and abroad.

For more information about what’s on this summer visit www.marwell.org.uk

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Kitchen & Bedroom Transformations Kitchen and Bedroom Transformations specialise in refurbishing your kitchen or bedroom.

They can transform existing units by fitting new doors, drawer fronts, worktops and trims or supplying and fitting a complete, new, fitted kitchen or bedroom - offering a wide range of door designs and finishes.

As part of a transformation, changes can be made to the layout and, perhaps, add extra units or new storage baskets to make your existing kitchen more usable. Many existing kitchens are already designed in the most practical way and the advantages of a transformation are: reduced cost, less time taken and much less mess and disruption to the household. A typical transformation can be completed within two to three days, compared to a week or so for a complete new kitchen.

Steve Hudson will be happy to come out and take measurements to provide a detailed quotation, with no obligation, and you are welcome to visit the showroom above Heming & Co, The Square, Wickham PO14 2EW. Visit their website: www.kabt.co.uk or phone 01329 830111.

3K4K team complete their marathon 16 day 3 peak challenge Last month saw the 3K4K team ride into Bishops Waltham town square 16 days after departing, having completed their marathon 3 Klimbs 4 Kids challenge.

They were greeted by over a hundred cheering family, friends and well-wishers.

Over the course of the 16 days the team cycled in excess of 1400 miles and climbed the three highest peaks in the UK (Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis) in some fantastic weather and through some stunning countryside.

3K4K cyclist and team leader Ady Smith commented, “I am really proud of the team in completing the challenge, it is a fantastic achievement. The support we have received before during and now on our return has been fantastic and I would like to thank all those involved. I would also like to thank all those who have sponsored us and helped us raise much needed funds for our chosen charities – Leukaemia Busters and The Piam Brown Ward. I would also like to thank all of our sponsors, in particular Marquis Motorhomes who really pulled out all the stops for us and provided us with 2 support vehicles”.

On the 12th July the 3K4K team of nine cyclists, from Bishops Waltham set off on an epic 1400 mile bike ride in order to complete the three peaks challenge. Cycling from Bishops Waltham the 3K4K team headed north to Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis after which they turned their bikes south and headed home. Their trials and tribulations can be found on www.3klimbs4kids.org or http://www. facebook.com/#!/3Klimbs4Kids If you would like to help the team with their fundraising donations, please visit (for Leukaemia Busters): http:// www.justgiving.com/3k4k and (for The Piam Brown Ward): http://www.justgiving.com/3K4K-Cycle-Ride .

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D & D’s Domestic House Cleaning Having been a nurse for a large portion of her working life, Dee English decided she fancied a change.

She tells the LOOP magazine, “I wanted to become my own boss as my hours did not suit my husband’s leave pattern, as he works

Busy Bees welcome local MP to Open Day The sun shone on Busy Bees pre school as staff and children welcomed Mike Thornton MP to its open day in July.

The MP for Eastleigh chatted to staff and parents about the much loved pre school and even joined in some fun activities with the children.

The Open Day gave visitors a chance to experience a typical Busy Bees session and really get to know the pre school by talking to staff and parents. There were a huge range of activities for children to enjoy including the enclosed outside area where the trikes and the sand and water tables were extremely popular. Indoors, children enjoyed painting at the easels, drawing and playing with modelling clay, dressing up and cooking in the toy kitchen and playing with the large dolls house. Staff also opened the ‘Snack Bar’ where the children tucked into a healthy snack of banana, apple and a biscuit.

Busy Bees Supervisor Vanessa Sketcher said: “It was a great oportunity for prospective parents and their children to get to know our lovely pre school better and several have put their names down to start next year which is wonderful news.”

Mike Thornton MP said: “I was very impressed with the Busy Bees, they have such a range of fun activities on offer for children and parents, and you could see how much the kids were enjoying the chance to play, socialise, learn and let their creativity run wild on the paint boards, in the sand pit and in the reading corner. Some of the painting skills on display were truly stunning, Horton Heath has some budding Da Vincis on its hands I think!

“The pre-school is offering the community of Horton Heath and Fair Oak a wonderful service with the great facilities, and the dedication and friendliness of the staff really shone through. Preparing children for the next step to Infants School is important, and Busy Bees clearly fits the bill, providing a fun, accessible and safe environment five days a week.”

Busy Bees is located in the Horton Heath Community Centre and is open Monday to Friday for children from 2 years 9 months until they start infant school.

For further information please pop in to Busy Bees or call 07582292048.

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overseas. I took the plunge and decided to set up a small business.”

Dee started doing house clearance, which she advertised locally, and found people were asking her for house cleaning rather than what was being advertised. She embraced the new challenge of cleaning people’s homes rather than clearing them and discovered she had found her niche.

“I really enjoy my new vocation,” she adds. “Customers seem to be very happy with the results.”

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‘Daring’ Doris takes on the To w e r On Saturday 7th September, ‘Daring’ Doris Long MBE will join staff from Gunwharf Quays in abseiling down the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth in aid of The Rowans Hospice.

At the age of 99, Doris has already been recognised by Guinness World Records as the Oldest Abseiler in the World but this will be Doris’ highest ever abseil at 100m (328ft).

Doris will commence her abseil at about 1pm, so those shoppers and diners enjoying a relaxing Saturday at Gunwharf Quays may just like to look up and witness Doris’ descent down Portsmouth’s most iconic landmark, the Spinnaker Tower.

Also joining Doris and abseiling in aid of The Rowans Hospice are representatives from some of the Hospice’s Charity of the Year partners; Alliot Wingham, BHS, Coffin Mew, Dartmouth General Contractors, Gunwharf Quays, Hampshire Flag, Richmond Motor

MR MENZ NEEDS YO U R H E L P! Mr Menz celebrates its eighth Birthday this year.

Kim and the Mr Menz staff are well known for their charity work in the past, raising £5,000 for Cancer Research by taking part in the Race For Life. This wouldn’t have been possible without the loyal support of their customers.

This year, Kim has adopted a German Shepherd from Fareham based charity German Shepherd Rescue, and after getting to know the people who run the charity, has decided to do some fundraising for them. She started this by doing a car boot sale, with all proceeds going to the charity. With the help of her customers, who donated all sorts of items, she managed to raise £550.

This is how you can help: If you have any unwanted sell-able items, please donate them by dropping them into Mr Menz during opening hours. Proceeds from the next car boot sale will be split between Cancer Research and German Shepherd Rescue.

Kim is also taking part in the Great South Run in October, once again raising money for Cancer Research. If anyone would like to sponsor her there is a sponsorship form at the salon, which she is hoping to fill up. She would like to thank everyone for their continuing support.

Group and Thomas Sanderson. Each have pledged to try and raise £1,000 for the local charity.

Ali George, Corporate and Trust Relations at The Rowans Hospice, said: “Once again I am in awe of this incredible lady for taking on this challenge at the age of 99, Doris is truly an inspiration to all of us. Thank you to Gunwharf Quays for enabling Doris to fulfil her ambition of abseiling down the Spinnaker Tower and also to our corporate partners for picking up the gauntlet so boldly to join

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Patchwork Nursery hosts mad hatter’s tea party!

Patchwork Day Nursery and Pre School, based at Perins School, celebrated its 20th Birthday with a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at the popular Alresford nursery.

In December last year the Patchwork team launched a campaign to trace children who had attended the facility over the years, along with their parents and past staff, to attend a reunion party.

“The party was fantastic! We were thrilled with the turn out and it was brilliant to see so many familiar faces to celebrate this important occasion with us,” commented Nursery Manager Nicola Baxter.

The party included an afternoon tea with a raffle, games and entertainment, catering for all ages.

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Opened in 1993, today Patchwork Day Nursery and PreSchool, provides flexible childcare for 39 children aged six months to five years, with part-time and full-time places available. Government funding is available for 3 and 4 year olds.

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The Party Shop doubles in size Wickham’s Party Shop has recently doubled in size – now offering an even more extensive range of fabulous party goods.

For the summer months, a superb range of bunting and party ware is available for indoor and outdoor use. Local fetes and charity events can be catered for, offering discounts for good local causes.

Disposable helium cylinders are stocked to enable you to fill balloons at home. Alternatively, they can fill latex and foil balloons on demand for you to take away.

The Party Shop also offers a fantastic range of quality, unique greetings cards for every occasion and wrapping paper, gift bags and ribbons in fabulous colours and designs.

Quality wooden toys, dressing up accessories and lots of surprises can all be found in this wonderful, bright, new shop.

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CRY put on first fashion show catwalk, which he did!

CRY would like to say a massive thank you to all their partners – Wildern School and the D@rt Centre, sponsors – ‘That’s Original’ and auctioneer, as well as the Deputy Mayor of Eastleigh and Matt Le Tissier for taking the time to come and support the evening. They would also like to thank all the children, designers, models, and volunteers who spent many months working together to put on this show. A big thank you to Lindsay Snuggs, their Events Officer, for all her hard work, and also for being a fantastic host on the evening alongside her co-host, Gaz Simms. And finally thank you to their supporters who came on the night and raised £1,500 towards the Hosanna Orphanage in Myanmar and to their photographer Phil Green, whose photos you can now view online at www.excipio.me For more information about Care and Relief for the Young (CRY) children’s charity, please visit WWW.CRY.ORG.UK or pop into one of their local charity shops in Eastleigh, Hedge End and Woolston.

On Thursday 4 July, CRY put on its first Fashion Show.

The aim of the evening was to raise funds for the Hosanna Orphanage in Myanmar, to provide food, water, shelter, healthcare and education to over 30 children.

The Fashion Show was a little different to what you might expect.

It was all about ‘upcycling’ – a new term being used in many creative circles today. Basically the idea is to take second hand unwanted goods and redesign them to create something new and ‘in style’. It started off with furniture, setting off the ‘shabby chic’ trend, so CRY decided to try it with clothing.

CRY has charity shops in the South of England, so what better way than to combine this valuable resource with a fun and innovative fundraising evening. A team of designers hand-picked donated items from their charity shops, up to the value of £15 and then spent a few months reworking these pieces of clothing to create trendy new outfits. But it didn’t stop there. Children from Wildern School Textile Club also got involved by creating their own ‘upcycled’ outfits, using all sorts of fun products to create their looks. CRY was able to auction some of the outfits at the end of the evening.

Special guests were the Deputy Mayor of Eastleigh Tony Noyce and his wife Janice, along with former Southampton football player Matt Le Tissier and his his wife Angela. Matt was a good sport when he was put on the spot by being asked to later ‘strut his stuff’ down the

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Trainee school teacher to abseil for MS charity

Jennifer Pascoe, who is currently training to be a primary school teacher and lifeguard for 7-8 year olds, is to abseil down Portsmouth’s Spinnaker Tower in May 2014 to raise money towards the treatment of MS. Jennifer is no stranger to charity fundraising, having completed a skydive in September 2012, again raising money to fight this disease.

She is also currently raising money for children’s charity Naomi House with Winchester Spirit cheerleaders and will be performing at their Open Day in September.

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Young spor ting hero announced in Locks Heath Tom Murley, was presented with the Locks Heath ‘2013 Young Sporting Hero’ Award for his outstanding achievement in sport.

The award was handed over on 15th August 2013 at Locks Heath Shopping Village by Ian Goodridge, Centre manager.

Tom suffers from the condition cerebral palsy, which has affects all four of his limbs, meaning he cannot walk and relies on a wheelchair to get around. However, Tom is a huge lover of sports and before he became wheelchair bound he proved everyone wrong. Tom’s parents were always told he would never walk or swim; however Tom not only gained a swimming certificate, but started to walk at the age of four.

Tom also competed in his school’s Sports Day and always managed to get the crowd off their feet! Unbelievably Tom learnt how to ski and even competed in races, regardless of him hardly being able to walk. Even though Tom now has to use a wheelchair, he is an inspiration to everyone to loves sport. He has never given up on his love for sport and has now discovered wheelchair basketball, which his coaches say he has a natural talent for.

After having received his award Tom said: “I am honoured to receive this award, because sport is so important to me.

I hope others in the same position as me will start to get involved in sports because there really is something for everyone.

Ellis Murly, who nominated his twin brother Tom, commented: “He is incredibly determined and doesn’t let his disability get in his way. He is an excellent role model for anyone who participates (or wants to participate) in sport, and I am very proud of him. He deals with so many challenges in his daily life that would be unthinkable to most of us. He is an inspiration to both able-bodied and disabled people, and he gains the respect and admiration from anyone who meets him.”

Ian Goodridge, Centre Manager for Locks Heath Shopping Village, commented: “There were many incredible individuals nominated for this award but it was Tom’s dedication to overcome the seemingly impossible that really shone for us.”

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Luv Flowers relocates to Kings Corner

Luvflowers, formerly known as Hedge End Florists, located within Hollygrove Farm Shop, is proud to announce its relocation to Kings Corner, just outside of Botley: at the entrance to Pinkmead Farm Equestrian Centre and Kings Country Bar & Restaurant.

Whilst maintaining its high standards in the production of wedding flowers, funeral tributes, and bouquets Luvflowers now offers a range of accessories including jewellery, gifts, both fresh and artificial flower and supplies for budding florists to be. All of this is available in its beautifully appointed premises.

Luv Flowers are also thrilled to be stocking unique pieces of furniture by Lady Arabella. Alongside examples of floristry work and equipment for hire, there is a frequently updated wedding table laid out. In addition to these local suppliers, links have been established with many other local businesses providing services to weddings and other events. These include Lily Anna Rose designer stationery, Inspirations cakes and Once Upon a Time Tiaras. It is also the recommended supplier for the beauituful Wickham Vineyards and The Chewton Glen!.

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Andrea Fisher and her team always welcome customers to browse the shop and their extensive albums, so pop in for a cuppa! They offer brides to be a free design consultation, including a detailed quotation and a goodie bag to take away full of literature from a variety of trusted suppliers to help in planning your day to remember.

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Residents warned about ‘cold callers’ Eastleigh Borough Council is reminding residents not to agree to employ people who call at their homes looking for work such as garden maintenance or driveways repairs.

Trading Standards would advise local residents not to agree to work that has come about as a result of a cold call or via a leaflet drop. Consumers should obtain at least 3 written quotes from reputable businesses or traders who are either members of the Hampshire County Council Trading Standards Buy With Confidence Scheme or a recognised trade association.

Members of the Buy With Confidence scheme are fully audited to ensure their trading practices are legal, honest and fair. All members have been checked for trustworthiness and compliance with consumer protection laws. Anyone with information about traders who are cold calling or requires any advice on doorstep crime should contact Hampshire County Council’s Quick Response Team on 01962 833666 during office hours when specially trained officers are on hand to provide advice.

Southampton Airport team raise over £2,000 for Sophie’s Appeal Southampton Airport team raise over £2,400 for Sophie’s Appeal by climbing three mountains in a day.

A team from Southampton Airport has raised over £2,400 by scaling the three highest mountains in the UK, in less than 24 hours. The group, dubbed ‘The Misfits’, hatched a plan to raise as much money as possible for Sophie’s Appeal, by pushing themselves to their limit completing the Three Peaks Challenge.

Six months of planning followed with the team regularly training locally at Butser Hill and St Catherine’s Hill. The teams first ever attempt at the challenge saw them climb Ben Nevis (4,406ft) in Scotland, Snowdon (3,560ft) in Wales and Scafell Pike (3,206ft) in England in just 23 hours 59 minutes. This resulted in a Bronze Award from the Three Peaks Challenge organisers. The group raised over £1,200, which was then kindly match funded by their employer’s charity committee, The Southampton Airport Community Fund.

Sophie’s Appeal is a local charity particularly supported by airport staff as Sophie’s father, Mike Barringer, works there. Many staff knew Sophie and have been inspired by the achievements of the charity since it began in 2003. Mike helped the group with their adventure by driving the 500 miles between the mountains. He said: “The support and fundraising achievements by my colleagues has just been overwhelming. These crazy people have done an absolutely amazing thing, all to help sick children and their families with much needed support. I’d like to thank them from the bottom of my heart.”

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Casper longing for Classical Recital his own home

Casper the cat is sadly homeless as his owner had to return abroad.

He is in care, hoping that cat loving people will offer him a home where he will be loved and cherished.

Casper is ten months old, extremely lively and, if his humans join in with his play all the better, for he loves attention and company. He needs a garden to explore when settled and could be happy living with older children in the family.

If you would like to offer Casper a loving home, please contact 023 8043 5855.

On Friday 15 November St Mary’s Church in Warsash will host a classical recital.

The recital, which starts at 7.30pm, will feature Luba Tunnicliffe on viola, Carly Lake on French horn and Jennifer Carter on piano (pictured from left to right). The programme will include the music of Brahms and other classical composers: full programme to be announced later.

Tickets are £10 each and proceeds go to the young performers.

To purchase tickets contact John or Carol Robertson on 01489 584788.

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HINTS TO HELP SOLVE A CROSS FIGURE PUZZLE Essential equipment: Pencil and eraser. Supply of scrap paper.

Handy but not essential: Calculator. List of squares roots (from 10 to 316).

Hints: The cross figure puzzle is constructed like any conventional cross-word puzzle, except that all the answers are the figures from 1 to 0. No answer starts with zero, some end in zero. There are no fractions or decimal points. A palindrome reads the same from either end. Any number that is a double obviously ends in 2, 4, 6, 8 or zero. Similarly any number that is a half of another number can end in any number, whilst the original number must be even. Numbers squared end in 1, 4, 5, 6, 9 and 0.

A good place to start is to run through all the clues, entering even and squared numbers as appropriate (in pencil).

Where the answer is an addition or multiplication of two or more other numbers, investigate the largest and smallest possible answers. Where some of the figures inside a squared number have been established, some of the possibilities for the square root can be found by inspection and elimination using a list of square roots. Basically, once some of the answers are calculated, just keep working round. Remember to work backwards. (If A+B=C. then A=C-B).

* The Completed Cross Figure Puzzle will be revealed next month

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FINANCIAL & LEGAL SERVICES

Moore McCusker Associates Over a million families will lose child benefit in 2013 with half a million having to fill out a self-assessment tax form each year to continue receiving the benefit.

Many will also be asked to pay back the benefit by way of an income tax charge.

If one parent has income of over £50,000 a year, the family will receive less child benefit. Income includes everything that would normally be declared for tax purposes.

It is still important to complete claims for any new children, even if parents don’t actually get any child benefit. For each week you are entitled to the cash, you could qualify for National Insurance credits which can help to protect future entitlement to the state pension.

The parent with the highest income will be liable to the charge and will have to complete and submit the tax return. If the tax return is not submitted on time they will receive a £100 late filing penalty.

Taxpayers who do not complete a tax return because all their income is taxed at source, will now have to fill out a self-assessment form. HMRC has not written to all those are affected to explain what to do.

If they already fill out a self-assessment form, they will need to include the information relating to child benefit in their tax returns for 2012/13 and beyond.

Moore McCusker of Moore McCusker Associates says that, “This is a complicated system which is resulting in confusion and resentment among taxpayers.”

He advises that taxpayers who find themselves with a tax return to complete for the first time should deal with it immediately. “There is nothing to gain by delaying”. They should have received most of the information necessary by 19 May. Taxpayers with additional tax to pay should aim to have their tax return as soon as possible so that they can budget for the tax liability due by 31 January 2014.

Moore recommends taxpayers to, “Keep your papers in order in a folder to enable you to prepare your tax return”. In his experience, as filing deadlines approach, tax papers go missing – so start prepping early. “If you wish to use a tax adviser, remember that not all accountants are tax advisers. The Chartered Institute of Taxation provide a search facility at www.tax.org.uk/about_the_ciot/find-a-cta “Of course, if a husband and wife have different incomes with one earning £60,000 and the other £35,000, they may wish to transfer income earning assets between trhem so that the lower earner receives more income thus reducing the higher earner’s income to less than £60,000 Warsash Accountants and preserving the child Year End Accounts benefit claim”.

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JOKES So I went down the local supermarket.

I said, “I want to make a complaint: this vinegar’s got lumps in it.”

He said: “Those are pickled onions.”

Two Eskimos sitting in a Kayak were chilly; but when they lit a fire in the craft, it sank, proving once and for all that you can’t have your kayak and heat it.

So I said, “Do you want a game of darts.” He said, “Ok then.” I said, “Nearest to the bull starts. He said “Baa”; I said “Moo”. He said, “You’re closest.”

The other day I sent my girlfriend a huge pile of snow. I rang her up and said, “Did you get my drift?”

I met a Dutch girl with inflatable shoes last week. Phoned her up for a date but unfortunately she had popped her clogs.

So I said to the gym instructor You see I’m against hunting. In fact

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I’m a hunt saboteur. I go out the night

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before and shoot the fox.

said, “I can’t make Tuesdays.”

I’m in a great mood tonight, because the other day I entered a So I went to a Chinese restaurant and this duck came up to me with a red rose and

competition and won a year’s supply of marmite: one jar.”

says, “Your eyes sparkle like diamonds.” I said, “Waiter, I asked for a-ROMATIC duck.”

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OUT & ABOUT THE WHOLE WORLD OF BOATING AT THE PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW Get on the water at UK’s best-loved on-water Boat Show from 13 - 22 September

Feature Boats View a wide variety of old, new, sail and power feature boats that will be on display throughout the Show in the Marina. These include Bessie Ellen, one of the last surviving West Country trading ketches from a fleet that once stood at nearly 700, built in Plymouth in 1904. An incredible reconstruction of an ancient Mediterranean trading vessel, Phoenicia, will also be on display, along with Donald Searle, part of the Rona Sailing Project and everyone’s favorite, Callista. The Royal Navy P2000, gives the opportunity to get up close to the Patrol Boat and chat to the crew while the fastest feature boats are the two Global Ocean Race yachts. See them in the Marina.

The PSP Southampton Boat Show will return from 13 – 22 September, with more exciting activities to take part in and more boats, brands, products and suppliers than ever before.

This year, the 45th Show will thrill experienced boating and watersport enthusiasts as well as those setting foot on a vessel for the very first time. Built on one of Europe’s largest purpose-built marinas with over 2km of pontoons, the ten day Show will have visitors getting out on the water as well as marveling at the stunning boats from dry land.

Prepare to Launch with On the Water!

Those who are looking to have an on-water experience at this year’s Show will not be disappointed, with opportunities for children and adults alike to try out boating, diving or even, for the first time this year, paddleboarding. On The Water, the initiative to encourage and educate everyone to the accessibility and affordability of getting on the water, brings some of the Show’s key attractions, available for free.

The PSP Southampton Boat Show is the ideal environment to immerse yourself in the world of all things marine. Few other events are as hands-on, inviting visitors of all ages and levels of experience to get out on the water, explore a vast variety of gorgeous power and sailing boats inside and out and refresh old skills – or even pick up new ones!

Attraction Highlights Include: The Show’s Signature Attraction: The Marina The Show’s purpose built marina, one of Europe’s largest, makes the Show a truly impressive on-water experience. Visitors will be able to walk the pontoons to board some stunning new launches as well as see a wide variety of yachts in every size, shape and design. There are also some unique feature boats which will be situated in the marina, all offering a different experience to guests.

Debuts Almost 100 boats are currently scheduled to make their debut at the Show, including an unprecedented 28 world launches. These range from small dinghy tenders such as the FoldAway 8 and the NautiRaid Coracle 250, to some of the world’s most desirable sailing and motor yachts such as the Bavaria Vision 42 and Gunfleet 58. There will also be impressive luxury motor yacht launches from Princess, Sunseeker and Fairline. The stunning range of debuts at Southampton captures the height of both British and international boat building skill.

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Try-A-Boat

Suzuki’s flagship V6 300hp outboard engines it will be running rides The Show’s ever-popular attraction, Try-A-Boat, sees enthusiasts and for disabled visitors and wheelchair users each day. beginners alike get on the water on a range of power and sail boats of all Brushing up on Skills and Safety sizes.

Skipper Skills Don’t delay – book your slot early at stand A140 in the Arena Area Two boats, one power and one sail, will be stationed in the marina Get Afloat both dedicated to sharing with visitors those skipper skills you For the younger Show visitor Get Afloat, brought to the Show by Rockley always wanted to master. Some of the topics being covered on board Watersports, lets 8 – 16 year olds get on the water either dinghy sailing in five, hour and a half sessions each day will include safe downwind or stand up paddleboarding, with qualified instructors, in a 90 minute sailing, gybing a spinnaker and picking up a mooring buoy under session in the heart of the Show. sail. This new attraction is ideal for those that can already sail, or Book in for your Get Afloat session at stand A140 in the Arena Area . perhaps have their own boat and would like to gain some extra tips and skills. This unique learning experience from the experts is free for Try-A-Dive Show visitors.

If it is an underwater experience you are looking for, Andark Diving’s Safety Zone Try-A-Dive attraction offers visitors of all ages to get in the water and Honda, Yamaha and the RYA have come together with National Boat experience Scuba Diving. A unique interactive sporting experience Shows (NBS) to provide an interactive and educational learning with fully qualified instructors on hand and all the kit supplied; all experience on everything you need to know before heading out you need to do is head to the stand and sign up for your free session. to sea. Sessions will cover PWC (jet skis), RIBS and powerboats of Head over to stand A124 in the Arena area to book your slot varying sizes and designs.

Act!ve Nation Find the Safety Zone in Solent Park stand CO67 This Southampton based charity will be bringing its mission to RYA Active Marina Experience get the nation active. With sessions in kayaking and water-zorbing Boating enthusiasts will have the chance to polish their skills or available to visitors, anyone can get involved, with expert instructors learn those aspects of sailing which they have never got to grips on hand to show you the ropes. with before with the RYA Active Marina Experience. Following the Visit their stand A132A in the Arena success of the attraction in 2012, this year will bring the opportunity Suzuki RIB Experience to gain top tips from expert instructors with free on the water and Suzuki’s RIB experience offers Show visitors the chance to travel at shorebased workshops. These sessions are limited so visitors are high speeds along Southampton water, getting to feel first-hand encouraged to look at the schedule on the website and book in what it is like out on the water in a RIB. advance.

WetWheels Geoff Holt’s WetWheels, a specially adjusted 9m Cheetah catamaran for wheelchair access will be at the Show. Powered by two of

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Go Solo Go Solo is an at-Show experience for those with a few more sailing

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miles under their belt. Try your hand at solo sailing in one of the specially designed Figaro Bénéteau II’s; this impressive boat is available to those visitors wanting to experience the true adrenalin rush of sailing solo and offers an exclusively coached solo experience this September.

A Celebration of Heritage Exhibits of Lifetime This, the 45th Show, will see many first time exhibitors, but there will also be numerous companies and individuals who have been present since the beginning. Exhibitors who were present at the first ever Shows and are still triumphing in the marine industry include Moody Yachts, the RNLI and the Royal Navy.

Wooden Boat Builders Trade Association Come and watch wooden boat builders construct two life-sized vessels in the Arena from scratch throughout the Show. View this incredible craft first hand and hear about the benefits of using this traditional material for boat building.

Mirror Dinghy 2013 is the 50th anniversary of the Mirror Dinghy. An incredible example of this iconic British product, invented in the 1970s as an accessible way for more people to get into boating, complete with all its original components will be on display throughout the Show next to the Wooden Boat Builders Association. Mirror Dinghy 32 will bring back memories of learning to sail for many visitors and is a fantastic example of British sailing heritage and invention.

The Need for Speed Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship Enjoy watching this exciting national race championship, sponsored by Honda and Ribcraft, in which 8 - 16 year old Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) drivers can demonstrate their skills with the goal of winning a 4.8m Ribcraft or a Honwave T40 for their club. The National Final will be held at the PSP Southampton Boat Show on Sunday, 15 September 2013. Some of the youngest and most fearless home grown talent, such as Hannah Glatzel, will compete region against region.

Battle of the Classes Pursuit Race The PSP Southampton Boat Show Battle of the Classes Pursuit Race, in association with YachtsandYachting.com and Active Nation, will be an event not to be missed on Sunday 22 September. With just two boats racing in each class the standard is set to be incredibly high, so head down to the marina to get a good spot of this exciting pursuit race action, with the prize giving taking place on the Active Nation stand.

America’s Cup Catch up on the America’s Cup racing at the Show. Head to the Suzuki Marina Bar where you can relax in the atmosphere of the Show and watch highlights of the racing on the big screen over the ten days of the Show.

A Well Deserved Drink

With the stunning views available for visitors at the Show, it’s worth taking time out to relax and enjoy a drink. Sip on your favourite tipple, including champagne, at either the Honda Champagne Bar or Suzuki Marina Bar where you can also enjoy a pint of Guinness. Alternatively, take in the Show’s atmosphere and enjoy a la carte dining at the Mariners restaurant.

The Galley Food Court, San Miguel Tapas Bar and Mariners Restaurant can be found in the Mayflower Complex, Mayflower Park, with the Honda Champagne Bar & Suzuki Marina Bar serving Guinness in Solent Park.

Tickets There are a range of tickets to suit all show-goers needs. Adult tickets can be purchased in advance of the Show from just £16**, with two children going free with each paying adult.

The great value £28 family ticket allows two adults and four children access to the Show for one day.

Advance Champagne tickets are available for £20, which include a glass of champagne at the Honda Champagne Bar in the price. If you are looking for a special experience, the Platinum Experience in association with Princess offers visitors a VIP day out. Your day includes a luxury Power Boat ride, use of a private lounge overlooking the Marina, morning tea, coffee and pastries, buffet lunch, afternoon tea and cake, a showguide, Show entry tickets plus more.

For all Show ticket information please visit www. southamptonboatshow.com

READER OFFER FOR THE PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW 2013 Get ready for an adventure on the water! In celebration of its 45th year, the PSP Southampton Boat Show 2013 has joined forces with The LOOP to announce an exclusive offer for its readers to receive £6 off tickets to the 10 day on-water event.

The Show is set to return to Southampton from 13 – 22 September 2013, providing its visitors with the perfect opportunity to indulge in the marine lifestyle and all it has to offer.

Show visitors will be able to explore on board a wide range of luxury sailing and motor yachts, enjoy some show-stopping world-class team racing or simply relax and enjoy the vibrant Show atmosphere over a glass of champagne with friends.

To get £6 off your Show ticket, simply log on to www.southamptonboatshow.com, or call the ticket hotline on 0844 776 7766 and quote PSBS25*.

For added value, two children aged 15 and under will be admitted free for every adult ticket purchased. *Offer excludes Public Preview Day on Friday, 13 September. The £6 discount is off the on the door price.

Visit www.southamptonboatshow.com for more information, to purchase tickets and plan your day at the Show.

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Interested in learning about the psychic world?

If you are interested in learning about the psychic world then you need go no further than Whiteley.

More and more people are becoming interested in psychic phenomena, and realising that there is more to life. Neshla Avey has been running classes and workshops in Whiteley for the last three years on various subjects such as Learning The Tarot, Crystals, Astrology and Rahanni Celestial Healing, as well as her popular “Monthly Psychic Workshops” which are run on the first Wednesday of the month. Each month a different theme is covered and they are run on a “drop in” basis so you can attend the ones you are drawn to. As well as learning about the subjects you love, you will also meet local like-minded people and many new friendships have been formed.

Tide Tables for September Produced with permission of the National Oceanography Centre Sat 07 September High Tide: 0050 4.7 Low Tide: 0615 0.8 High Tide: 1309 4.8 Low Tide: 1832 0.9

Sun 08 September High Tide: 0122 4.7 Low Tide: 0649 0.8 High Tide: 1342 4.8 Low Tide: 1907 0.9

Mon 09 September High Tide: 0157 4.7 Low Tide: 0725 0.8 High Tide: 1418 4.8 Low Tide: 1945 0.9

Tue 10 September High Tide: 0237 4.7 Low Tide: 0804 0.9 High Tide: 1501 4.7 Low Tide: 2026 1.0

Wed 11 September High Tide: 0326 4.5 Low Tide: 0848 1.1 High Tide: 1554 4.5 Low Tide: 2114 1.2

Thu 12 September High Tide: 0427 4.4 Low Tide: 0940 1.4 High Tide: 1658 4.3 Low Tide: 2213 1.5

Fri 13 September High Tide: 0535 4.2 Low Tide: 1048 1.7 High Tide: 1805 4.2 Low Tide: 2333 1.7

Sat 14 September High Tide: 0644 4.1 Low Tide: 1216 1.9 High Tide: 1917 4.1

Sun 15 September Low Tide: 0104 1.7 High Tide: 0809 4.1 Low Tide: 1345 1.8 High Tide: 2048 4.1

Mon 16 September Low Tide: 0223 1.5 High Tide: 0941 4.3 Low Tide: 1454 1.5 High Tide: 2205 4.4

Tue 17 September Low Tide: 0320 1.2 High Tide: 1039 4.6 Low Tide: 1545 1.2 High Tide: 2254 4.6

Wed 18 September Low Tide: 0407 0.9 High Tide: 1120 4.8 Low Tide: 1629 0.9 High Tide: 2333 4.8

Thu 19 September Low Tide: 0449 0.7 High Tide: 1155 4.9 Low Tide: 1711 0.7

Fri 20 September High Tide: 0009 4.8 Low Tide: 0530 0.6 High Tide: 1231 4.9 Low Tide: 1751 0.6

Sat 21 September High Tide: 0046 4.8 Low Tide: 0610 0.5 High Tide: 1308 4.9 Low Tide: 1830 0.7

Sun 22 September High Tide: 0125 4.7 Low Tide: 0648 0.6 High Tide: 1346 4.8 Low Tide: 1908 0.8

Mon 23 September High Tide: 0205 4.6 Low Tide: 0726 0.8 High Tide: 1426 4.6 Low Tide: 1945 1.0

Tue 24 September High Tide: 0246 4.5 Low Tide: 0802 1.1 High Tide: 1507 4.5 Low Tide: 2021 1.2

Wed 25 September High Tide: 0332 4.3 Low Tide: 0838 1.4 High Tide: 1552 4.3 Low Tide: 2057 1.5

Thu 26 September High Tide: 0427 4.1 Low Tide: 0915 1.7 High Tide: 1648 4.1 Low Tide: 2137 1.8

Fri 27 September High Tide: 0529 4.0 Low Tide: 0959 2.0 High Tide: 1751 3.9 Low Tide: 2233 2.1

Sat 28 September High Tide: 0631 3.8 Low Tide: 1145 2.4 High Tide: 1856 3.8

Sun 29 September Low Tide: 0113 2.2 High Tide: 0738 3.8 Low Tide: 1346 2.3 High Tide: 2005 3.8

Mon 30 September Low Tide: 0206 2.0 High Tide: 0847 3.9 Low Tide: 1430 2.1 High Tide: 2111 4.0

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As well as running classes and workshops, Neshla is an intuitive psychic reader and attends many local psychic fayres doing tarot readings or on a one to one basis. We often get stuck in life, so a reading can be helpful when you need a push forward or affirmation that you are on the right path. Looking at the testimonials page on the website you can see that there are many positive comments by people who have been helped by a reading.

If you are interested in joining Neshla’s mailing list then please email info@neshlaavey.com with your details and you will among the first to hear of new classes and workshops as they become available.

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Win a family ticket of four seats to the opening night of Jack and the Beanstalk on Friday 13 December at 6.30pm.

Starring John Altman (Eastenders’ Nasty Nick) as Fleshcreep, the traditional fun-filled family pantomime will be running at Fareham’s Ferneham Hall from Friday 13 December 2013 until Sunday 5 January 2014 and is sure to prove popular.

To be entered into a draw to win the family ticket, answer the following question and send it into us either by email or post (with your name, address and telephone number provided: In Jack and the Beanstalk, what did Jack trade in for magic beans? Was it: A) a cow, B) a sheep, or C) a pig ?

Send in your answers to contactus@loopmagazine.net or The LOOP, 25 Station Road, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GJ. Please send in your answers by Friday 20 September. First prize will go to the first correct entry drawn on that date.

To purchase tickets visit www.fernehamhall.co.uk Box Office: 01329 231942 or visit Ferneham Hall, Monday to Saturday, between 9.30am and 5pm.

OUT & ABOUT

The Horse and Jockey

The Horse & Jockey

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• Free Wi-Fi • Live Music • Specials Boards • All Ingredients Fresh & Locally Sourced Where Possible • Gluten Free Options Available • Quiz Night Every Tuesday • Themed Nights • Plenty of Parking • Small Boats, Canoes & Kayaks Can Moor at High Tide

At the head of Curbridge Creek lies the Horse and Jockey – a real winner of a pub that offers you a seat right at the water’s edge.

A popular retreat for ramblers exploring the nearby wildlife sanctuary, the pub promises home-made food and lush liquid refreshment. There are quiz nights every Tuesday, as well as regular live music evenings.

Remember to check the high tide time on their website: www.horseandjockeycurbridge.co.uk

LOCAL groups

Solent Fuchsia Club meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the United Reform Church, starting at 7.30pm. For further details call: 01329 282186.

Warsash WI meet on the

last Thursday of each month in the Victory Hall, starting at 2pm. New members welcome.

For more information phone Mary Ford on 01489 584923

For Bookings 01489 796654

Botley Road, Curbridge SO30 2HB www.fullers.co.uk horseandjockeybotley@gmail.com

Warsash Residents Association

Warsash Horticultural Society

meet on the third Wednesday of each month in the Victory Hall, starting at 7.30pm. www.warsash-residents.co.uk info@warsash-residents.co.uk

meet on the last Wednesday of each month in the Victory Hall, starting at 7.30pm.

For more information phone Suzanne Holleyoak on 01489 574498.

Locks Heath U3A is part of an international movement of retired and semi-retired people

who wish to keep their minds active and share their lifetime experience and knowledge with each other in a variety of educational and leisure activities. They meet on the last Friday of each month in the church hall of St John the Baptist in Locks Heath, between 2 and 4pm.

They always have an interesting guest speaker so please join them for an enjoyable afternoon with refreshments (20p charge). Visitors and guests are always welcome, although there will be an entrance charge of £2.

Bursledon WI meet on the third Wednesday of each month in the Village Hall, starting at 2pm. Please phone Ann-Joy Coombs for further information: 023 8040 3395

Hedge End WI meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Hedge End 2000 Centre, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm (doors open at 6.45pm).

Titchfield Abbey WI

meet on the second Tuesday of each month in the Community Centre, starting at 9.30am. Visitors and newcomers are welcome.

Locks Heath WI meet on the third Wednesday of each month in the Memorial Hall on Locks Heath Park Road, starting at 7pm.

Whiteley Wags meet on the second Thursday of each month in Whiteley Primary School, starting at 7.15pm.

New members are welcome and first taster visit is free.

Crofton WI meet on the second Wednesday of each month in the Methodist Hall, Mays Lane, Stubbington, starting at 7.30pm. Visitors and new members welcome.

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A Night of Dirty Dancing The Ultimate Tribute

Thursday 3 October, 7.30pm start

KING’S THEATRE

Albert Road, Southsea, Hampshire PO5 2QJ Tickets £22.50, £23; Concessions: £20.50, £21 Box office: 02392 828282

Rat Pack Live

Friday 18 October, 7.30pm start

PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2AB Tickets £23; Concessions: £22 Box office: 02392 824355 / www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Boasting stars from the West End, a brand-new spectacular featuring the kings of swing – Sammy Davis Jnr, Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra – is coming to town.

Described as possessing “all the panache and attitude of Sammy, Dean and Frank during their Vegas heyday” hit show Rat Pack Live combines the sound of big band swing with an all-star cast.

The evening’s Dean, Mark Halliday, has performed as Dean Martin to critical acclaim both in the West End of London and in international touring productions.

Mark also spent two years in the States creating the role of Hades in Disney’s new musical Hercules and has lead appearances in runaway touring hit shows Girls Night Out and Aspects of Love under his belt.

“Mark carries off Dino’s stage presence to a tee,” says show producer Michael Taylor. “Spirit glass in one hand, microphone in the other, he

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Featuring all the hits from everyone’s favourite dance movie Dirty Dancing, a brand-new, spectacular stage show featuring all the hits from the film is coming to town.

Billed as “the s&xiest song and dance sensation of 2013”, music and dance fans have the chance to experience the all-new box office hit A Night of Dirty Dancing, the ultimate tribute show, as it embarks on a nationwide tour.

“Celebrated film Dirty Dancing boasted the greatest movie soundtrack of all time,” says show producer Michael Taylor. “All these hits are superbly performed in this fast-moving, slickly-choreographed theatrical treat.

Dirty Dancing’s score included: She’s Like the Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me, Be My Baby, Hungry Eyes and the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.

“Prepare for a night of dirty dancing with the brand-new sensational, inspirational, ‘aspirational’ box office smash of the year,” says Michael.

“Our sensational production brings all the hits to life, lavishly, live on stage,” says Michael.

The show is not affiliated with Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage currently on tour in the UK and worldwide. “It’s an all-new production featuring an all-star cast, the next exciting chapter in the amazing musical legacy that is Dirty Dancing,” says Michael.

captures Martin’s polished irreverence on beautifully-performed songs like Ain’t That a Kick in the Head, Mambo Italiano and That’s Amore.”

The evening’s Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jnr exude similarly astounding stage presence, according to Michael. Their impressive credentials include: Richard Shelton as Frank Sinatra – gained rave revues as Ol’ Blue Eyes in West End hit Rat Pack Confidential - “A splendidly tough yet laid back performance”, The Times, “. . . sings the hits with style and captures Sinatra’s domineering personality” Daily Telegraph.

Jim Whitley as Sammy Davis Jnr – as well as extensively touring the UK as both Sammy and Nat King Cole, the former Manchester City international footballer has previously performed alongside Judy Carmichael at New York’s famous Rainbow Rooms.

“Together the talented trio combine ‘swingsationally’ in Rat Pack Live,” says Michael.

Featuring all the patter and razzamatazz of the Rat Pack’s infamous live stage show, music fans are invited to join “the UK’s number one Sammy, Dean and Frank live concert extravaganza”.

WIN TICKETS TO RAT PACK LIVE We’ve teamed up with the producers of concert show Rat Pack Live to give a lucky reader the chance of winning a pair of tickets to see the spectacular production at the Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday, October 18.

To win tickets please answer this simple question: Rat Pack Live features tributes to Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jnr and which other famous Fifties and Sixties crooner? The first entry drawn will win a pair of tickets to the show.

Send your answer on a postcard with your name, address, email address and daytime phone number to: The Loop Magazine, 25 Station Road, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GJ or email the same details to contactus@loopmagazine.net Entries must be provided by Friday 20 September.

First prize will go to the first correct entry drawn on that date.

There is no cash alternative. Editor’s decision is final.

To buy tickets contact Portsmouth Guildhall box office: 023 9282 4355 or visit www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk

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