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I’m very sorry to tell you that this month, after three years working with us, Julie Ratcliffe, our business columnist will be writing her last column. Julie is also withdrawing from the Christchurch Chamber of Trade & Commerce and all the hard work that came with her role there in order to concentrate on writing children’s novels. Julie’s first novel, ‘The Thirteenth Box’, was the first in her Smugglers’ Town Mysteries series. Set in 18th-century England, it is action-packed and full of colourful characters within a historically correct setting, using actual places around the Christchurch & Highcliffe area. This book was read and enjoyed by every member of our household so is suitable for all ages and makes a fantastic birthday present for anyone. Although we are very sad to see Julie go, I’m pleased that she is one step closer to the next book, The Face of Sam, which I believe should be available nearer to Christmas, how fantastic! I’m sure you’ll join me in wishing her every success with her new career. I would like to say a huge thank you to Julie for her contribution over the last three years and wish her all the best for the future. Thank you Julie. The Thirteenth Box is available to buy now from Bookends, Christchurch Information Centre, The Olde Eight Bells shop, Avon Beach Shop, Highcliffe Castle & Priory Bookshop. Also available via www.highsailspublications.co.uk and on Amazon Kindle!
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Mindbenders Julie's Business Column Dorset POPP Local History Clubs & Classes Lateral Thinking Adopt a Pet What's On Christchurch Carnival An English Mum Coffee Break Kids Page Garden View Recipe Regent Listings Puzzle Solutions Useful Telephone Numbers
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JUST ONE MORE THING... After three years this is, sadly, my final business column for the Christchurch and Highcliffe Eye magazines having decided to concentrate on my children’s novels. It has been an interesting time and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed reporting the challenges facing businesses throughout the Borough.
Julie
My very first column was back in August 2010. I wrote about how high streets evolve, of new businesses starting up, how Christchurch High Street has bucked the trend in this recession, and I’ve urged people to shop locally on the parades and streets where businesses vie for local patronage. Other column topics have been the importance of passing trade, local transport systems, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), apprenticeships and youth employment, the value of tourism, using festivals and events for business benefit and, of course, parking charges. There are still testing times ahead. Both Christchurch and Dorset County Councils will be no doubt wrestling with budgets following further cuts to government grants. I sincerely hope they choose not to target parking again, especially Dorset’s truly awful idea of meters on the High Street. Every survey undertaken, such as the Portas review and those by the Federation of Small Businesses, shows that parking charges are a real threat to the vitality of towns. Questioning the issues will be Christchurch Chamber of Trade and Commerce and I hope that businesses of all kinds get behind it. Having a strong business voice is vital and recently the Chamber has been making changes and focussing its work. Proactive business people on an active Chamber can make a big difference - especially if it works alongside the local authority rather than at loggerheads. Finally, it would be great if everybody joined the Chamber in getting behind the Totally Locally Christchurch campaign. Success here would go a long way in ensuring ours is a thriving town.
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Country Houses CLIFF CLOSE AND BEACON LODGE Cliff Close Cliff Close was a small property between the Castle and Beacon Lodge. The grounds extended from Lymington Road to the cliff edge. It was built for Colonel Francis Adams, D.S.O., an officer in the Royal Deccan Horse, who died in 1945. It later became a hotel, ‘The Cliff Close Hotel’ run by Mr and Mrs Holden. Later it became the Galleon Public House but is now called the Hinton Oak. Beacon Lodge Beacon Lodge was an estate bounded by the Lymington Road and the cliff edge. It was at one time a beacon place where a fire would be kindled to act as a signal of either an invasion or of rejoicing, as at the time of Queen Victoria’s Jubilee in 1887. The fire would be allowed to burn brightly at night but would be covered during the day so as to emit dense smoke. Beacon Lodge was originally called East Highcliffe. Little is known of the origins of the house but it appears to have been continually leased. Amongst the tenants were:General and Mrs Orde. Bishop Bloomfield, who was Bishop of London 1828-1856. The Hon. Grantley Berkley and his wife. Grantley Berkely was the fifth son of Earl Berkeley and a very colourful character. He fought a duel with the critic of his first book, slightly wounding him. He was the first
person to propose that the ladies should be allowed into the gallery of the House of Commons. He was a keen and active sportsman. At Highcliffe he taught Lord Stuart de Rothesay the art of being a country gentleman, teaching him shooting, fishing and the habits of birds, beasts and poachers. Sir William Goshen rented the Lodge in 1914. Sir William had been British Ambassador in Germany. Sir William Gordon, Q.C., a Scotsman Major Cadbury and his family of three boys. Residents recall the boys firing the cannon which stood near the cliff edge, frightening those who lived near. Cricket was played every day in August on the beautiful ground on the estate. It was in a very picturesque setting with a fresh green turf surrounded by trees. Residents took deckchairs and picnics to spend leisurely afternoons watching the play. The Co-operative Society purchased it as a holiday hostel for their staff. It has now been demolished and the Beacon Lodge estate built.
We would like to thank Sheila D. Herringshaw for kindly giving us permission to include this article extracted from her book titled ‘A Portrait of Highcliffe’, published by Natula Publications. This book and many others written on local history in Christchurch & Highcliffe can be purchased online from www.natula.co.uk and also at Highcliffe Castle, Avon Beach shop and Bookends.
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Thursday 1st August – Friday 30th August Art Exhibition - Mark van Wingerden - A Coastal Journey Toward Abstraction a vibrant, solo exhibition by Dorset artist Mark van Wingerden. Exhibition continues ‘till 30th August. View website www.hatchgallery.co.uk for more info. Thursdays – Thursday 1st August – Thursday 22nd August Summer Lunchtime Chamber Recitals at Christchurch Priory, Admission Free Retiring Collection Thursday, 1 August, 12:30pm - Julian Jacobson – Piano. Thursday, 8 August, 12:30pm “Musical Banquet” The acclaimed Oxfordshire Trio. Thursday, 15 August, 12:30pm Alani String Duo. Thursday, 22 August, 12:30pm Stephanie Liney – Harp. Thursday 1st August to Saturday 10th August Green Festival - Creative Space - A fun, creative space in the museum to have a go at activities inspired by the nature of Dorset. Cost: Family activity, just drop in. Venue: Red House Museum open from 10am. Telephone: 01202 482860 Saturday 3rd August Stompin’ on the Quomps is a free to attend smooth jazz festival being held on Christchurch Quay on Saturday, 3rd August from noon til 10pm. This year’s bands include The Taverners featuring Ian Shaw. Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of live music, hot food, bar and stalls. Saturday 3rd – Saturday 17th August Christchurch Arts Guild is staging a major art exhibition at Priory House. With the closure of Priory House this is the final time it will be held at this venue and promises to be better than ever. Tuesday 6th August and Wednesday 28th August Stan’s Blues Jam at The Thomas Tripp, Christchurch BH23 1HX on Tuesday 6th August (Every First Tuesday of the Month) and at The Avon Causeway, Hurn BH23 6AS on Wednesday 28th August (Every Last Wednesday of the Month) Details at www. stansbluesjam.co.uk Wednesday 7th August Summer Evening Organ Concert at Christchurch Priory, 7:30pm Geoffrey Morgan (Christchurch Priory). Admission Charge £7. Thursday 8th August Christchurch Priory Special Evening Tours –Visit areas of Christchurch Priory not usually open to the public, tower, museum, crypts, belfry and roof space. Booking essential. Tickets £10 each available from the Vergers Office Tel 01202 485804. Meet at tower door.
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Saturday 10th and Saturday 31st August Come and grab yourself a bargain from bump to baby and beyond. If you have lots of outgrown clothes and toys you would like to sell please visit www.bookwhen.com/2asnice1. Saturday 10th August 10-11.30am at Christchurch Juniors School and Saturday 31st August 10-11.30am at Mudeford Wood Community Centre. Entrance: £1 per adult-children free. FREE goody bag for first 50! Sunday 11th August The Lions Club of Christchurch Car Boot Sale at Stanpit Recreation Ground, Christchurch. 7.30am sellers, 8.00am Buyers - 12.00pm close. Sellers cars £5.00, Large vans and cars with trailers £8.00. Free to buyers, Parking, Toilets and Refreshments. Enquiries: 0845 833 9826. Subject to local weather conditions. All proceeds to Charity. Tuesday 13th August Fun crafts and stories for ages 5-11 at Highcliffe Library. 13th August - Dancing Skeletons. These are free events, but tickets are required. Contact the library on 01425 272202 for more information or to book a place. Thursday 15th August Crafts in the Garden, 10am-4pm Red House Museum, Quay Road, Christchurch. An opportunity to watch demonstrations and purchase crafts direct from the maker in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Paintings, pottery, jewellery, textiles, wood and more. Admission Free Friday 16th August – Thursday 5th September Art Exhibition - The Hayloft Gallery, 14 Wick Lane, Christchurch. Open 10am-5pm daily. Admission Free. Susan Knights, Ann Davison, Brenda Weeks Paintings, Textiles, Jewellery, cards. Saturday 17th August to Saturday 26th October Red House Museum open from 10am - An interactive familyfriendly exhibition about life in a late Victorian household complete with sights, sounds and smells. Follow stories of the Dexter family and their servant, Rose, while exploring a Victorian collection of irons and pans to toys and clothes.
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Every Monday - Christchurch Market (all year) Up to 100 traders selling a variety of food, clothes, household goods, plants and bric-a-brac in the mainly traffic-free High Street and Saxon Square. Christchurch Country Market. Everything home-baked, homemade and home-grown locally. Every Monday 9.3011.30. Druitt Hall (behind library). Refreshments available.
Sunday 18th August Tour of Christchurch Priory - visit areas of the Christchurch Priory not usually open to the public, tower, museum, crypts and roof space. Bells are not included in this tour. Booking essential Tickets £8 each available from the Vergers Office 01202 485804 Tour starts 2.30pm
Saturday 24th August The Highcliffe Branch of The Royal British Legion, Coffee Morning at The Methodist Church Hall, Lymington Road. 10.30am till 12:00, with Raffle also Bring and Buy. If you have any bric a brac that needs collecting ring 01425 276795. Come and make new friends, or just come for a coffee with friends. All are welcome.
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Monday 26th August Lions Club of Christchurch Charity Duck Race at 3.30 pm at the Mill Stream (opposite Kings Hotel, Castle Street, Christchurch. All proceeds to local charity. See website: http://www.xchurchduckrace.org/
Tuesday 20th August A guided heritage walk around Old Christchurch takes place on Tuesday 20th August at 2.00 p.m. Organised by the History Society and Borough Council and led by town and Priory Guide Terry Thomas. Meet at the Arches, Saxon Square. Adults £4. Children Free. Tuesday 20th August Totally Locally Christchurch Meeting at The Fire Station, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, 7pm. Come and see what we are up to and help pass the message on! In the meantime you can check out the website at www.totallylocallychristchurch.co.uk Wednesday 21st August Summer Evening Organ Concert at Christchurch Priory,7:30pm David Goode (Eton College). Admission charge £7.
Tuesday 27th August Fun crafts and stories for ages 5-11 at Highcliffe Library. 27th August - Creepy House Construction. These are free events, but tickets are required. Contact the library on 01425 272202 for more information or to book a place. Table top sale at The Regent Centre Christchurch, every Saturday & Monday from 10am to 3pm. A variety of stalls selling interesting items i.e... Costume Jewellery, Charity Stall, CD’s, Book, China, etc..
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SATURDAYS EVENTS 10.00 Mayor John Lofts Christchurch Carnival President Opens the event 10.15 Zumba Funky Fitness 10.45 Auction by Age Concern 11.00 Birds of Prey Display 12.00 Kaleidoscope Dancers 12.45 Driftwood 1.30 Polz Apart 2.00 The Friendly Dog Club (Line Dancing) 2.30 Auction by Age Concern 2.45 Lighthouse Band 3.45 Zumba Freedom Fitness 4.15 Auction by Age Concern 4.45 Birds of Prey Display 5.45 - 7.45 Lighthouse Bands 8.00 Samba Panashe Brazilian Street music (sponsored by Think Cars) 9.30 Grand Firework Display
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few days ago I found myself edging towards the grumblier side of a moan as I lamented that the English Mum family probably wouldn’t be going away on holiday this year. Just then, I looked out of the car window Rachel and noticed I was driving past the beach — you know, that beach, the one with seven whole miles of golden sands, dozens of awards and within walking/cycling distance of Christchurch...
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It’s sometimes so easy to forget that we live in a holiday destination. We can pass by the sea without a second glance; drive into the forest without noticing the trees; a field of cows or horses is largely ignored, and we even become oblivious to the seagulls (unless they happen to leave an unwelcome message on the car or steal your ice cream). We are so fortunate to live in an area full of natural beauty and also with an abundance of recreational facilities available for people of all ages – a sports centre, swimming pool, tennis courts, riding stables, shooting, fishing, archery, boating, golf and even crazy golf, all within a few minutes of the town! And all that is before I have even mentioned Christchurch Regatta & Carnival, Stompin’ on the Quomps, the New Forest Show and of course the amazing free Air Festival by the sea (which I absolutely LOVE but will not go on about after forcing trains on you all last month!). We even have Play Rangers who help entertain the kids for free in the parks in the summer months! So, I am going to quit whinging and start planning some days out instead, while counting my blessings that we live in such a varied, beautiful and amazing part of the world. Hope you have a great summer, however you spend it.
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what makes you happy. After all, that’s what gardens are for, to be enjoyed. Once you’ve decided on a style, take some measurements of the boundaries, starting with the house. Use circles, curves, squares and rectangles to make some nice shapes on the plan, then choose a material to fill them in with. Usually the largest space will be the lawn, then patio or deck, and pathways, then fill the gaps with plants. Next month is the perfect time to plant, so we’ll be looking at planting plans in detail then. In 2008/2009, laws were introduced regarding things like changing levels in your garden, such as only being allowed to raise decking by 30cm above ground level, any higher would require a protective rail or balustrade; and also the consideration of sustainable ways to manage water, and where possible retaining it within the garden. So, before planning any major works to your garden, check with your local planning department that you don’t need permission Lee Bestall
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Apple Scones with Blackberry Compote treat, The perfect summer afternoon cup g sit back and enjoy with a warmin of tea. Ingredients 225g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting 50g butter 4 tbsp golden caster sugar ¼ tsp cinnamon 1 apple, peeled, cored and diced 125ml milk, plus extra for brushing Clotted cream and fresh or defrosted blackberry compote (see goes well with), to serve Preparation method Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Tip flour into a large bowl with butter then rub in using fingers until the mix looks like fine crumbs. Stir in sugar and cinnamon, add apple and give everything a mix. Pour in milk and stir it in quickly, then fold dough over 2-3 times until it’s a little smoother. Tip onto a lightly floured surface; pat into a round about 3cm deep. Dip a 6cm cutter into some flour then cut out scones, flouring the cutter each time. Squash offcuts lightly back into a round and repeat until all dough is used up. Brush tops with a little milk then place on to a lightly floured baking sheet and bake for 18-20 mins until risen and golden. Allow to cool on the tray. To serve, split scones then spread with a dollop of clotted cream and a spoonful of blackberry compote.
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Summer Arts & Crafts Week Saturday 31 August – Sunday 8 September The Exhibition will open 10.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m. from Saturday 31 August – Sunday 8 September (closes at 4.00 p.m. on Sunday) Enjoy the comfort of the Springfield Country Hotel and gardens. Morning Coffee * Dorset Cream Teas & Cakes * Lunches * Evening Meal * Afternoon Teas Call for details regarding daily demonstrations
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Homes A Beautiful Clean Browning Electrical Services Happy Days Cleaning Services Paul Belton Construction MKB Electrical Sercices A & S Painting Services JT Blinds Comfort Rooms Glass Exchange Plumb Exchange Build Exchange Roof Exchange New Forest Conservatories Dunkley Tiles
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Motoring and Travel Keith Motors Springfield Country Hotel Wareham
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Useful Contacts Police (Emergency) Police (Non-‐emergency) Crimestoppers Neighbourhood & Home Watch
999 101 0800 55 51 11 01202 222 222
Medical/Health Services NHS Direct Dorset Out-‐of-‐hours Bournemouth A&E Bournemouth Hospital Christchurch Hospital British Red Cross Loan Service
0845 46 47 111 01202 70 41 67 01202 30 36 26 01202 486 361 01202 484074
Local Council & Services Christchurch Borough Council Dorset County Council Christchurch Information Centre Regent Centre Bournemouth Airport Post Office Dorset Family Information Service
01202 495000 01305 251000 01202 471780 01202 499199 01202 364000 0845 722 3344 01305 221 066
Library Information Christchurch Library 29 High Street, Christchurch BH23 1AW 01202 485 938 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
9.30am to 5.30pm 10am to 7pm 9.30am to 1pm 9.30am to 7pm 9.30am to 5.30pm 9am to 4pm
Highcliffe Library Gordon Road, Highcliffe BH23 5HN 01425 272 202 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
10am to 6.30pm 9.30am to 5pm Closed 9.30am to 1pm 9.30am to 6.30pm 9.30am to 4pm
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Sainsburys 01425 277885 1 Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch Mon-Fri 7.00-23.00 Sat 7.00-22.00 Sun 10.00-16.00
Helplines Community Safety Issues Anti-‐social Behaviour Trading Standars Citizens Advice Bureau Childline NSPCC Southern Electric British Gas Gas Emergency Environment Agency National Drugs Helpline National Debtline Alcoholics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous Samaritans Age Concern
01202 495111 01202 495044 01305 224012 0844 245 1291 0800 11 11 0808 800 50 00 0845 071 3953 0800 048 0202 0800 111 999 0800 80 70 60 0800 77 66 00 0808 808 40 00 0207 403 0888 07041 580 050 08457 90 90 90 0800 00 99 66
Lloyds 01425 274291 248 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Mon-Fri 8.30-18.30
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Day Lewis Pharmacy 01425 613222 4 Old Milton Green Parade, Christchurch Rd, New Milton Mon-Fri 9.00-18.00 Sat 9-13.00 Wessex Pharmacies 01202 482197 186 Somerford Rd, Christchurch Mon-Fri 9-1.15/2.15-5.30 Sat 9-1.15 Rowlands Pharmacy 01202 484840 136 Purewell, Christchurch Mon-Fri 8.45-6.30 Sat 8.45-1 Mudeford Pharmacy 01425 272798 94 Mudeford, Christchurch Mon-Fri9-1/2-5.30 (Weds 'til 1) Sat 9-1/2-5 Burton Pharmacy 01202 477771 123 Salisbury Road, Burton Mon-Fri 9-1/2-6.30
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