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September 2014 • ISSUE 54

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contents Editors Letter Local History by Phil Tate What's On Community Notices Clubs, Classes, Groups & Societies Peter's Business Column An English Mum CCP -‐ Christchurch Neighbour Cars Somerford Arc On the Water Coffee Break Christchurch Rotary Kid's Page Diverse Abilities Dorset Charity Poetry Corner Dorset POPP -‐ Wayfinders Win £25 Garden View Recipe Belvoir Lettings Regent Listings Hunt for missing Trophy Wordsearch Christchurch Citizens Association Adopt a pet Mindbenders Jam Today Tucktonia Request Index Puzzle Solutions Useful Contacts

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editor’s letter

can’t believe it’s September already. Yet again, the year seems to be whizzing by. As I write, the air is getting a little chillier but the sun is still shining after such a fantastic summer, which Cheryl we’ve been very fortunate to have these last couple of months here in Christchurch. I have been lucky enough to be able to appreciate a great deal of it myself having recently taken my Powerboat course with John Haynes, our ‘On the Water’ columnist, and also trying my hand at Paddleboarding over at Mudeford Quay with Shoresports. I’ve very much enjoyed both of these water pursuits and hope to continue with them for a few weeks yet, so fingers crossed for a little more of this great sunshine. I hope you too, are getting out and about lots yourselves. I know time is so limited these days as we all work so very hard to keep pushing ourselves out of this recession, but it’s great to see so many of you out there, not only on the water but also enjoying all our other fabulous local attractions. It’s good to know that we still haven’t forgotten how to have fun and achieve a good work/life balance with us being so lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the country. All the best until next month, Cheryl Cheryl Dennett Editor & Publisher

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Tuesday 2nd September Stan’s Blues Jam - Stan’s Blues Jam at The Thomas Tripp, Christchurch BH23 1HX on Tuesday 2nd September (and the First Tuesday Every Month) www. stansbluesjam.co.uk Thursday 4th September Bransgore Horticultural Society monthly meeting. Our next meeting takes place at the Resource Centre, Ringwood Road, Bransgore at 7.30pm. There will be lecture by Kevin Hobbs from Hillier Gardens - ‘The search, selection, trial and introduction of new, rare and unusual plants’. Friday 5th September Christchurch Floral Society meeting at Priory Hall Princess Avenue with demonstrator Coral Gardiner “Keeping it Alive” Plant Stall doors open I.30pm for 2pm start. Come along and see beautiful flowers being arranged by an expert 5th - 18th September Paper’n’Paint 2014 Exhibition & Sale - Exhibition & Sale of hand-painted, kiln-fired ceramics and fine art photography by Pam & Brian Wadie. In the Hayloft Gallery, Wick Lane Christchurch . Open daily from 104, admission free Saturday 6th September Craft & Vintage Fair, Bransgore Village Hall, BH23 8AY, 10am - 1pm. It’s our 1st Birthday and we are holding a ‘Made in Dorset’ Bake off competition raising funds for Julias House. Details 07812 555516 or madeindorset@ hotmail.co.uk Saturday 6th September Highcliffe Horticultural Society will be holding their Open Autumn Show at St.Mark’s Church Hall,Hinton Wood Avenue, Highcliffe from 2pm to 4pm. Refreshments, Tombola & Plant Stall. Entry 50p. Call 01425 272962. Saturday 6th September St George’s Church Table sale 10am ‘til 12.30pm at St George’s Church Hall Jumpers Road, Christchurch. Tables available - £5 each Telephone 01202 482047 Refreshments and Tombola. Come along and Browse for a bargain.

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Saturday 6th September Display of arts and crafts at Bransgore Methodist Church Coffee Morning, Chapel Lane BH23 8NN. 10am – 12noon. Enjoy coffee cake and fellowship. Tuesday 9th September Christchurch Priory Tours - 6.30-9.15pm Tickets in advance £10 from the Verger Tel: 01202 485804 Includes tower (176 steps!) museum, crypts, belfry, roof space. Children over 8 welcome Wednesday 10th September Highcliffe Flower Club. Come and watch a professional flower arranger, Alison Finch, demonstrate in the Methodist Church Hall, Lymington Road at 2pm, doors open 1.30pm. We are a friendly group and visitors are welcome. Thursday 11th September Parkinson’s UK Club, Christchurch Branch. Monthly Club Meeting. Friendly afternoon get together for Parkinson sufferers and their carers at 2 pm in the Community Hall, Marlow Drive, St Catherine’s Hill. New members are always welcome. 11th September – 2 November Pushing the Boundaries - Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe Exciting new work and ideas from Susan Knights, Linda Patterson, Marion Wall - Brenda Weeks. Paintings, Jewellery, Textiles. Open daily 114.30 Admission charge. Saturday 13th September Demonstration and Display - Christchurch Lace Society will be demonstrating lacemaking and having a display of their work at The Red House Museum, Christchurch 10.00 am to 4.00pm. Do come and see us. Wednesday 17th September Christchurch Group of CANCER RESEARCH UK (Reg Charity No 1089464) QUIZ EVENING from 6.30pm At THE NELSON TAVERN, MUDEFORD BH23 3NJ Tickets £10 to include a Fish & Chip Supper (Gluten Free if preordered) Telephone 07925 974174 Wednesday 17th September Amberwood-Highcliffe Afternoon Women’s Institute will meet at Methodist Church Hall, Highcliffe, 2pm. Speaker: Howard Nichols “The Longest Journey”. Enjoy tea, biscuits, raffle, and sales table. Please come and join us. Further details from Marina 01425 271426. Thursday 18th September Highcliffe Evening WI Doors open at 7pm at the Day Centre, Lymington Rd to hear a fascinating talk on

the Mary Rose Museum. A themed quiz, raffle and refreshments will round off the evening. If you’d like to join us, do give our secretary a call on 01425 271995 for further details.

wonderful “Light-hearted Musical Afternoon” in aid of Christchurch Air Training Corps minbus funds. 2.30pm Tickets £6 on the door or £5.50 booking online at www.christchurchanddistrictband.co.uk

Saturday 20th September 1am - 4pm an exciting day of events planned on Christchurch Quay. While many of the activities are free of charge, for six of them a small charge is being made. For just £2 for the whole day people can purchase a wristband which will give them unlimited access to the following: inflatable assault course, Battlefield Live, climbing wall, a water activity, bucking bronco and face painting. Further information is available at www. dorsetforyou.com/fitchristchurch.

Sunday 28th September Classic Car Exhibiton on Christchurch Quay 10am & 5pm. Free exhibition. Classic Cars in the wonderful setting of Christchurch Quay. Free entry for all pre 1983 vehicles. Come and go as you please.

Thursday 25th September Friends of Christchurch & Highcliffe Libraries - 2.30pm, Highcliffe Library. ‘Stewart’s: the history of a family owned garden centre’, an illustrated talk by Martin Stewart. Call into the library or phone 01425 272202 for tickets. Refreshments. Library Friends £1.50, Non Members £3. Sunday 28th September Fundraising Concert at Mudeford Wood Community Centre. The Christchurch and District Band return to Mudeford Community Centre to present a

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Christchurch resident celebrates 101 years young at care home

taff and residents at Care South’s Queensmead care home in Christchurch recently held a very special celebration, to mark resident Muriel Rae’s milestone 101st birthday. Bouquets of flowers flooded into the home from Muriel’s many family and friends and her room was filled with cards. She celebrated with a birthday lunch with some of her closest friends – one of whom travelled all the way down from London that morning to celebrate with her. At Queensmead, Muriel enjoys sitting in the sun, chatting with her friends and popping into town to do some shopping – and to treat herself to her favourite sweet milky coffee and chocolate pastry.

One of Muriel’s friends baked her a special birthday cake, beautifully decorated with pink icing roses, which she enjoyed with her fellow residents during afternoon tea. She finished the day with one of her favourite snacks – a cup of tea with chocolate Turkish Delight.

Janine May, Home Manager at Queensmead, said: “We were delighted to be able to celebrate Muriel’s special day with her. Muriel is a popular resident, with lots of friends at the home, and is a real character. She’s always very glamorous and looked especially lovely on her birthday. When asked about her secret to long life, Muriel replies that a good face cream and plenty of sunshine work wonders!”

Born in 1913 in Mountain Ash, Wales, Muriel moved to London to work in service at the age of 14. She moved to Bournemouth a few years later to work as a waitress in a local hotel with her aunt, and went on to run a boarding house on Holdenhurst Road. She worked there until she retired, when she moved to Highcliffe to make the most of the sunshine!

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Clubs, Classes, Groups & Societies Fitness, Sport and Wellbeing Mudeford Wood Tennis Club...Do join us! MWTC is friendly, good tennis standard located off Brabazon Drive, Mudeford. Three astroturf courts and floodlights. Adult year membership £60. Club sessions - Tues, Thurs 6 till 8 and Sat 2 till 4. League matches played. Contact Gail 07973 514036. Debbie 07592 014207 Pregnancy yoga based exercise, breathing & relaxation classes. Stretch & strengthen your body, relieve aches & pains and prepare for birth. Suitable for all abilities including complete beginners, from 14 weeks of pregnancy. Tuesdays in Christchurch. Contact Rosa 07837 218374 www.labouroflove.me.uk Iyengar Yoga Classes Weekly classes for beginners and improvers in central Christchurch and St Catherines Hill. Contact Elaine Rees on 07504 823517 or email elainerees@europe.com for more details. Yoga with Julia - YOGA Classes held in Christchurch daily & throughout the holidays - please call Julia for more details or find on Facebook. 07989 971928. Adults, children & gentle chair yoga -all ages/abilities/ALL WELCOME! Chi Kung Exercise Classes Come and join us on Friday mornings 10.45 - 12.15 or 12.45 - 1.15. in the upstairs Studio at Wessex Health, 17 Stour Road, Christchurch BH23 1PL www.wessexhealthnetwork.co.uk Fee £7.50 Please call tutor Poppy 01202 735560 Candlelit Hatha Yoga & Relaxation Wednesdays 1011:15am & 7:15-8:30pm at the Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa Thursdays 7:15-8:30pm at the Wessex Health Network British Wheel of Yoga Teacher. (07966) 199875 / becca@yogabee.co.uk. £39 6-week block (can carry one over) / £7 PAYG Flowing Vinyasa yoga classes in Stanpit: build strength, fitness, flexibility while burning calories & reducing stress! Mondays 10am and Wednesdays 7pm in Stanpit - call or email to book as limited space. All levels, beginners welcome! caroline.radway@gmail.com 07798 941832 Circle Dancing - Come and try something new! Beginners welcome at any time. 1st and 3rd Mondays at Greystones in Highcliffe 2-4pm. Friendly, welcoming

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group. Dancing to folk, classical and contemporary music. All dances taught beforehand. No partner needed. Telephone Nancy on 01425277920. Music COME AND JOIN YOUR COMMUNITY BAND! The Christchurch and District Band now has over 40 members! If you want to be part of a fun, social concert band; past or present and a player of brass of woodwind, come and have a go! Call 07974 320122 Acoustic evening Last Friday of every month 7-9pm for musicians of all ages. Perform, support a friend, or just come along to meet other musicians. Casual and friendly. Refreshments available. Call Coda, Chewton Farm Road, for more details. 01425 276161 or jay@ coda.org.uk. Children Highcliffe Choirs For children 6-18 years - all welcome. Rehearsals weekly at Highcliffe St Mark Primary School, Greenways, Highcliffe. Training Choir Thursdays 4.455.45pm, Main Choir Fridays 4.15-6pm. Contact Ann Guest 01425 276544 for more information. Award-winning, inspiring and educational music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers at The Regent Centre, Monday mornings term-time. Come and join the wonderful world of music, learning and fun - contact me for a trial class! heather.smith@musical steps.co.uk 0845 643 5025 www.musicalsteps.co.uk Kid’s music groups - Music for children ages: Toddlers 18 months - 3 years (parents/carers too) Tots 3-4 years (parents/carers too) Minors 4-5 years Majors 5-6 years. Try your first session free. For more information call Coda 01425 276161 or contact@coda.org.uk Creative Ballet Classes for children 3+ at The Portfield Rd, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2AQ Tuesdays &Thursday after school. The classes are fun and creative with an emphasis on building confidence and coordination as well as teaching poise, movement quality, musicality, spatial awareness, strength and flexibility. Call Sally on 07950459119 or email sally.burbage@gmail.com Art & Craft The Friday Crafters - We are a local group of craft people who have their art and craft work for sale at the

Regent Cinema Christchurch in the foyer every Friday from 10-3pm lots of gift ideas available. CHRISTCHURCH ARTS GUILD meet on the second Wednesday each month, 7-9 pm (open 6.30) in All Saints Church Hall, Mudeford, for professional artist demonstrations, critiques, etc. Open membership, visitors welcome £3. www.christchurchartsguild.org, Paul Cobain for enquiries/membership 07775 092755 Carbery Machine Knitting Club - Our small friendly club starts a New Year meeting on the first Tuesday of each month at St George’s Church Hall Annexe, Jumpers Rd, Christchurch, BH23 2JR from 7-9pm. All welcome. Contact Joy on 01202 489614 SUSAN KNIGHTS Watercolour Classes ‘Jump in and Get Wet’ in small, friendly, informative classes - overlooking beautiful Christchurch Harbour. Contact Sue on 01202 481099 or email susanknights@hotmail.co.uk www. susanknights.co.uk Clubs & Societies Male Carers’ Social Group - Male Carers take time out to socialise and make new friends at The Galleon, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe on the first Tuesday of the month between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Refreshments available. A warm welcome awaits you. Call Pat on 07760 762280 Weekly meetings - Homelands Activity Group meets Monday afternoons between 2 and 4pm at Homelands Community Hall, Kings Avenue Christchurch. Nonresidents are welcome to join its friendly members to enjoy various activities. Admission £2 including refreshments. Call Irene on 01202 473489. CHRISTCHURCH PROBUS CLUB Meets 10.15am on the 1st Tuesday monthly at the East Close Hotel, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch. A very friendly welcome awaits all retired professional and businessmen. Interesting speakers and excellent lunches! Please contact the Secretary, Robin Haggett, on 01202-482528. New members welcome at Portfield Hall on Mondays from 8th September. Cost £5 including coffee and 2-course lunch. Join us in board/card games and friendly conversation. Taxi transfers can be arranged in the Christchurch area. Contact Les Denmead on 01202 470929

50+ Singles Club - Christchurch 50+ extends a warm welcome to active unattached ladies & gentlemen over 50 to our lively social/friendship group. Come & enjoy many varied activities. We meet every other Wednesday evening. Please ring for more details. 01202 657914/01202 489626/01425 611058 Monthly Club Meeting. Friendly afternoon get together for Parkinson sufferers and their carers. Thursday 11th Sept. at 2 pm in the Community Hall, Marlow Drive, St Catherine’s Hill. New members are always welcome. Bransgore Horticultural Society monthly meeting Our next meeting takes place at the Resource Centre, Ringwood Road, Bransgore on Thurs 4th September, 7.30pm. There will be lecture by Kevin Hobbs from Hillier Gardens - ‘The search, selection, trial and introduction of new, rare and unusual plants’. Support Group - If you have lost a loved one please come along and join our friendly group. Have a tea/ coffee and good company on Mondays 10.30 - 12.30 Christchurch Baptist Church Hall, Bargates (opp. Castles Hardware) or ring Irene on 01425 279656 Highcliffe Evening Townswomens Guild meet at 7p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month in the Parlour of the Methodist Church Hall, Lymington Road, Highcliffe. Visitors and potential new members welcome. Secretary - Mrs. Frances Snoxall - 01425 277328 Phoenix Widowers Fellowship - If you have lost a loved one please come along and join our friendly group. Have a tea/coffee and good company on Mondays 10.30 - 12.30 Christchurch Baptist Church Hall, Bargates (opp. Castles Hardware) or ring Irene on 01425 279656 In addition to the regular duplicate bridge evenings on Mondays and Wednesdays at Highcliffe Community Association, Greystones, there are to be Improvers classes based on English Bridge Union standards commencing on the 24th September. For details please telephone Beryl Williams on 01425 276191 (duplicate) or Roz Wade on 01202 481484 (improvers).

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he Saxon Square multimillion pound makeover has been completed and the recent re-launch on a gloriously sunny day showed the improvements in a excellent light.

Peter What is more, the work on the new Travelodge above the shops is also completed, bringing back into use a large area of wasted town centre space which has lain empty for over twenty years. With 68 rooms and no onsite restaurant, the new hotel will not only bring visitors but more business to our town centre cafés and eateries. With the 2 hours for £1 parking in full effect, the disruptive work finished and a sunny Summer, one hopes that the town centre is on track to take full advantage. The lack of empty shops both in Saxon Square and the High Street is an excellent sign of a healthy town. So is Christchurch town centre re-development all sorted now?

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hristchurch Community Partnership (CCP) is delighted to announce the public re-launch of Christchurch Neighbour Cars from the new CCP office in Sopers Lane, Christchurch. The telephone number is 01202 989632 as before, and bookings can be made on that number between 9am – 12noon from Monday to Friday. Christchurch Neighbour Cars will also complement the Community Partnership’s existing Dial-a-Bus service, which offers door-to-door shopping trips and excursions. Also, there are other valuable projects such as Christchurch Angels offering practical and emotional support to the vulnerable and those in crisis in our community across the age ranges.

If you like admin perhaps you might want to volunteer to work in the new office or perhaps you’d like to drive for Neighbour Cars or Dial-a-Bus, be a Bus Buddy or a Christchurch Angel? Volunteering helps to create the kind of community we all want to live in and can be a really satisfying way of spending our time. If you know someone whose volunteering really contributes to the community why not nominate them for the CCP Volunteer of the Year Award? Nomination forms are available on the website www.christchurchcommunitypartnership.org.uk and closes on 15th September, with the award presentation on 15th October at the Volunteer Forum. Why not save that date and come along and see what the Community Partnership is doing to ‘build community together’?

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he Somerford Alliance Resource Centre (“Somerford ARC”) is a new community centre and currently has a range of classes and groups using the facilities. We aim to encourage all ages from the very young to the over 55’s. Whatever your interests, whether you’re a mum who would like to get back into shape, or over 55 and who wants to socialize with old and new friends or get back to work, we welcome you all. Situated in Somerford, the Centre consists of two halls – an IT suite for training/learning for all ages. The main hall offers a large stage and can hold approx. 100, “the snug” which is ideal for smaller groups - approx. 10 and ideal for interviews etc on a one to one basis. There is a large kitchen, disabled toilet with baby changing facilities and further toilets. The building is fully accessible for wheelchair users and parking on site for 16 vehicles. Contact - Chris or Andy for more information on 01202 470770 or leave a message so we can contact you. Alternatively email us at info@somerfordarc.com. We have a limited number of spaces for hire currently but are going fast.

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odyboarding is one of the most popular beach watersports worldwide and Christchurch is a great area to get started. You will see many people making their John way to local beaches with a foam bodyboard under their arm or a board bag on their back. The best surf in Christchurch Bay for long rides is at Chewton Bunny, below the Crows Nest car park at Highcliffe. The smaller beach break waves at Steamer Point and Avon Beach are great fun to catch on a summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day. Bodyboards or boogie boards are high-density foam boards around one metre in length that are ridden lying down. Bodyboarding technique combines swimming and surfing. To paddle out through the waves you need to kick with short bladed flippers known as fins and paddle hard with your arms. Then turn around and use a few short sharp paddle strokes to catch a wave. It is easy to ride small waves on a bodyboard and the paddling is a good all-round workout. Christchurch lifeguards usually allow bodyboards to be used around swimmers, as they have no sharp edges. Fibreglass surfboards, which have a pointed nose and sharp skegs underwater, should only be used in designated areas away from bathers. September and October are good months for surf on the South Coast, the sea is still warm plus there are fewer bathers. In 1987 we brought the first bodyboards into the UK and Southbourne Beach became a legendary location. Many bodyboarding world champions visited the area to meet local riders and pass on tips. The Christchurch area has developed some great bodyboarders and surfers who travel to ride the best surf breaks around the globe. See you on the water!

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But what is a ShelterBox ? Basically, a large Green Plastic Box with facilities and provision to ‘survive’. It brings shelter to communities overwhelmed by disaster and humanitarian crises. At our club, Howard Matthews, is our liaison officer and can be seen at various sites and times around the town promoting this amazing idea. So when you are next erecting your tent, remember that somewhere, someone is looking at this as a home for the foreseeable future. Makes you think! You may have seen Christchurch club members, along with other club’s supporting the Children’s Parade from Pier Approach and also at the Festival in Meyrick Park. Members from around the area came together to highlight children at the heart of our communities, also showcasing young talent. From all accounts a great fun day was had by all, with older club members ‘getting down’ with the kids. I know, even I’m cringing, but you get the drift. This all goes on at sleepy old Christchurch club, which it certainly is not, but don’t take my word for it, come and have a look yourself. I look forward to seeing you soon.

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iverse Abilities Plus, Dorset’s disability charity, is delighted to announce that Ian Robertson and David Duckham MBE will be the two fantastic celebrity guest speakers at its fourth annual Rugby Lunch on Friday 5 September at Hoburne Holiday Park in Christchurch, sponsored by Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants, Kemp Jones Solicitors and Barclays. It is set to be a fantastic day of great entertainment, food, great speakers and networking opportunities, all in aid of the charity that supports over 600 children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities in the county. Main guest speaker at the event is Ian Robertson, the BBC specialist rugby commentator and explayer winning eight international caps for Scotland. Ian has been a commentator since 1972 after he unfortunately attained a bad knee injury. Alongside Ian is David Duckham MBE, an ongoing and enthusiastic supporter of Diverse Abilities, who is returning for his third year. David remains an England, Barbarians and British Lions legend, known in his day for his great pace, swerves and side steps. The sporting lunch kicks off at 11.45am with welcome drinks, before guests sit down for a three course meal and hear the celebrity guest speakers. Over the past three years the event has raised a combined total of £53,000 and it is hoped this year will result in the same success. Tickets for the highly-anticipated lunch are priced at £49.00 per person or £475 per table of ten. To purchase, please contact Sharon Wells on 01202 718266 or email sharon.wells@diverseabilitiesplus.org.uk

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Garden View Blooms s from bulb It may seem early to begin planning next year’s spring and summer colour, but it is essential to get bulbs planted this month (with the exception of Tulips which should be planted in November). The history of bulbs can almost be traced back to the beginning of man, when they would most certainly have been used as food. We know that the ancient Egyptians grew onions and that potatoes (technically tubers) have been cultivated in South America for thousands of years. I wonder what these early people would think to the use of our ornamental onions, such as Allium ‘Pinball Wizard’, grown for their show stopping flowers! Most of the usual subjects including Allium bulbs can be planted right now, and range in price from the very cheap tiny bulbs of Allium sphaerocephalon, to the more rare and expensive giant heads of Allium schubertii. Most kinds of Alliums enjoy a position in full sun, but if you have a very dry and shaded border such as that under a large tree, then try Allium ursinum, more commonly known as wild garlic. Its beautiful lush, low growing green foliage makes a great foil for a woodland setting, as well as producing a • Wear gloves when handling, as some are toxic and can mass of white globular flowers borne on cause skin irritations short stems. • Try and buy them loose so you can feel them. Give each a gentle squeeze and check they are firm. Reject any which are Other favourites of mine are: not, or appear to have shrivelled, and those showing any sign Tulip ‘Prinses Irene’ an exquisite orange of mould (normally grey/blue in colour). and purple flower • Reject any showing excess signs of growth, with either long or pale stems. Bulbs should not be showing any sign of growth, Narcissus ‘Thalia’ a white and scented but a short tip is ok daffodil • Damaged or split bulbs should not be selected Galtonia, an imposing 60cm tall with grass • Plant using a bulb planter, allowing a hole twice the diameter of like foliage and a 90cm high flower spike the bulb and about 3 times the depth, but I would advise to in white research it as each variety is different.

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Transient tenancies are being replaced by longer-term living solutions in many areas say the experts at Belvoir... “Long-term tenancies are definitely increasing and we are getting more people staying longer and longer,” says Jeremy Clarke, owner of Belvoir Christchurch. “In fact, at our office tenancy lengths have almost doubled. When we first opened in 2003 people tended to stay in a property for about 18 to 19 months, but my average tenancy now is 33 months.

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“Our longest tenancy is a couple who moved into the property in February 2004, so they’ve been with us for more than 10 years. We’ve got tenants who have been in properties for longer than that too which we’ve inherited from other agents along the way.” “I think tenancy lengths are increasing for a combination of reasons,” explains Jeremy. “Rental prices have gone up so people are more cautious about moving - from an affordability point of view a lot of tenants can’t afford to do it. And some tenants will be saving for deposits, which of course takes longer now. “I think in our area there is also a general lack of property available. If you were a tenant in this area you wouldn’t give your notice if you didn’t like where you were because there would be a huge fear that you wouldn’t be able to find an alternative. What we’re finding is that people will have a little look and if there’s nothing out there then they’ll stay for another year rather than putting themselves under pressure.” “Also, we’ve got quite a lot of older people becoming long-term tenants. They’ve chosen to downsize and are keeping hold of the equity from their previous property but want the stability of a long-term home.” “From a tenant’s point of view, long-term tenancies can give long-term security and security is key for many tenants, especially those with children who go to the local schools,” says Jeremy. “Long-term tenancies can have big benefits for a landlord too as there will be no void periods and rent will be paid every month. Also, a smaller turnover of tenants causes less wear and tear to the decor of the property because furniture isn’t being moved in and out on a regular basis.” “Another benefit is the reduced cost of repairs and maintenance. As a landlord you’re not having to go through the property and paint and replace carpets and do all the things you’d normally do at the end of a tenancy - because the tenant’s in situ they’re often happy to live with what they’ve got. “Furthermore, as the length of the tenancy increases the strength of the relationship between the tenant and the agent or landlord often gets stronger too, which is a huge benefit.” An increase in tenancy lengths is affecting housing stock levels, with many rental properties now attracting several potential tenants. Jeremy concludes, “Because of longer-term tenancies there are lower housing stock levels and it’s starving the market completely. The influx of new tenants is thriving but many new landlords are desperately needed and we’re actively seeking additional properties to add to our portfolio.” With a strong rental market and high tenant demand it’s a great time to become a letting agent with Belvoir.

Feel free to pop through the door of our new offices on Bargates or send me an email to jeremy.clarke@belvoirlettings.com or call Jeremy Clarke, Belvoir 01202 588920 ChristchurchEYE 37 To advertise please call Cheryl on 01202 477214

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Widow’s Hunt for Distinctive Trophy

AN anyone help Mrs Edna Travis of Bournemouth, locate an unusual football trophy her late husband designed in the 1970s and presented to local football teams? Bournemouth Regatta Committee member and a six-a-side football tournament chairman, Michael Phillips-Pitman, designed the trophy with a base which depicts a game in progress with authentic players and goals at each end. On the wooden surround are small brass plaques for the names of the winning teams. The last Edna heard of the trophy’s whereabouts was when it was won by a football team during the Christchurch Carnival week 15 or 16 years ago. Michael was also the manager of Strouden Rangers where his son, Steve, was the captain. For many years the Rangers had made many unsuccessful attempts to win the East Dorset Youth League Cup. In 1979 the team had a successful season, winning many of its matches.

Sadly, Michael died of a heart attack in the spring of that year. Undeterred, Strouden Rangers went on to win the league for the first time. During the final game against Hamworthy, Edna wore an old black cardigan that Michael always wore for luck when managing Rangers. Before the game, the team, in black armbands, stood for two minutes silence as a token of respect to their manager. Michael’s ashes were scattered at the Cherries’ Dean Court ground. Now Michael’s grandson Mikey Phillips-Pitman, 11, who has won medals and trophies in karate and football, would like to find his grandfathers trophy so that he and others would be able to compete for it.

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e are very pleased to report that the CCA have now definitely obtained the lease to run Druitt Hall. Previously we were led to believe that the council were not prepared to allow us to go ahead and we felt very strongly that the loss of this hall would be a retrograde step. All towns and villages need a hall, which can provide a necessary amenity for all our citizens to enjoy. We are in the process of renovating the building and anyone who can help in any way will be greatly appreciated. Any business or private person who would be willing to contribute financially or anyone able to spare a few hours to help decorate, etc. In fact, there will be many jobs that need a willing hand to give this important venue a new lease of life.

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We are now taking bookings for the hall and should anyone wish to hire it for clubs, meetings or activities etc. The PHONE NUMBER to ring is 07818 724762. Please come along and enjoy the official opening by the Mayor of Christchurch Councillor Mrs. Denise Jones on Saturday 13th September from 11am. The general theme of the day will be the 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as this was when the hall was originally built. It has been an incredible summer and we hope that visitors enjoyed our town and all its amenities. We were a little perturbed by the recent BBC programme that did not portray Christchurch in a true light, yes we have a high percentage of elderly but we have many young people, a letter has been sent requesting that the BBC show this and the assets we have in this town for their enjoyment. The CCA meetings restart on Monday 1st September in Druitt Hall at 7.30pm when we look forward to welcoming our existing and hopefully new members. October meeting will be on Monday 6th. Contact email: christchurchcitizensassociation@hotmail.co.uk or 01202 388900 ChristchurchEYE 43

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