Christchurch Town Guide 2011 by Advertising Hub

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Introduction Welcome to the Shopping & Services Guide, containing useful information about the Town, its surroundings, its shops & services, and a diary to keep you occupied for the rest of the year. Please keep it for reference!

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I moved here in 1981 and I live in the centre of the Town. I also have a business – Williams Thompson solicitors - in Bridge Street. Because of where I work and live I know how much Christchurch has to offer. Please come and see for yourself. You will find a range of interesting independent shops and cafes blended with household names. There are excellent pubs and restaurants catering for every taste from AA starred to fast food, and plenty of places to stay, ranging from four star hotels to excellent bed and breakfast establishments. There’s an International Food & Wine Festival in May, the Christmas festival, the Monday market and the annual regatta on Christchurch Quay. Why not visit Christchurch or Highcliffe Castles, the two museums or the famous Priory. If it’s a nice day there’s Christchurch Quay with the newly opened splash park or a trip on either of the two ferries. You could visit Mudeford Quay at the entrance to the harbour where you can while away the day on Avon beach, the sandspit, or watching the fishermen. Christchurch has just been designated a Heart Town by the British Heart Foundation which will start with the flagship Head2Head walk on 28th May. Organised by the Heart Foundation and Christchurch Round Table it is a 6 ½ mile walk right around the beautiful Christchurch harbour. What better way to sample what Christchurch has to offer? Christchurch prides itself on being one of the most pleasant and safe towns in the country – our town motto is “Where Time is Pleasant” – please come and prove us right! Alastair Hoare, President, Christchurch Chamber of Trade & Commerce www.christchurchbusiness.co.uk

SHOPPING & SERVICES GUIDE 2011

CONTENTS Commercial Review............... Page 4 Attractions............................. Page 6 Calendar of Events to December 2011........... Page 13 Map of Town Centre.....Centre pages St Catherines Parade............ Page 26 St Catherines Hill................. Page 27 Bransgore.............................. Page 28 Highcliffe.............................. Page 31 Local Services....................... Page 34 Eating Out . ......................... Page 36 Restaurant Guide.................. Page 42 Tea Rooms............................ Page 43 Chamber of Trade................ Page 45 Pub Guide............................. Page 46

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Commercial Review MacPennys is a family run nursery offering a wide choice of home grown trees, shrubsperennia1s including many unusual varieties. Help is on hand to guide you to the selection of plants to fulfill your needs & if required MacPennys can plan out your garden. Delivery service is available. Any gardening problems ? Come to MacPennys for advice. There is also a 4 acre Woodland Garden where many mature specimens of plants offered for sale on the nursery can be seen. Open all year round MonSat 9-5pm Sundays & Bank Holidays 10-5 (incl Easter) MacPennys of Bransgore 154 Burley Road, Bransgore, Nr. Christchurch, Dorset. Telephone: 01425 672348 The Home of Choice and Rare Plants

Owls Barn Farm Shop are members of the ‘New Forest Marque’ which means that all produce must either be grown, reared, caught, brewed or produced within the boundary of the New Forest. Members are audited to meet the above criteria; that includes good animal husbandry and free range. The New Forest Breakfast consisting of pork sausages, eggs and bacon are all from the area and becoming a well recognised local speciality. Owls Barn Farm Shop supply beef, lamb and pork from their own farm and are purveyors of quality game and venison in the winter season. Their Christmas speciality: free range bronze turkeys and geese. They also cure their own bacon and hams. Derrit Lane, Sopley, Christchurch Tel: 01425 672239. See ad on page 6

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nominated for Venue Manager of the Year by Encore, the monthly entertainment magazine for theatre professionals, along with Technical Manager, Shaun Luckly, as Gaffer of the Year – the winners will be announced at a gala red-carpet ceremony in May. This recognises that the Regent is one of the most successful venues on the South Coast, with sales rising last year by 14% and a number of innovatory new attractions, including the Metropolitan Opera, beamed directly via satellite from New York and the new social enterprise, TVChristchurch. The Regent International THE HAYLOFT, WICK LANE. This arts centre run by Ticket Shop (in association with Keith Prowse) enables Christchurch and District Arts Council (CADArts) is patrons to buy tickets for the BIC, Pavilion, Mayflower and open all family year for exhibitions as a showcase for local & probate & divorce wills property almost any venue around the world. artists and craftspeople. For a full programme of events, Divorce & Separation Wills Commercial THE NORMAN HOUSE, CASTLE KEEP property AND MOTTE date from pick up the CADArts Diary which is published twice a of Attorney Residential the late 11th century, when the castleproperty was built to protect the year and Maintenance available from the Tourist Information Lasting CentrePowers town’s river’s access to the interior of Wessex; the ruins of involving business interests Administration of and Estates Lease extensions and from Divorce Libraries. the stand sales on an&artificial mound.The Inheritance Taxmassive walls of the keep Business purchases THE PLACECohabitation MILL. Both a breakdown flour mill and one finishing cloth during dates from 1160, when a luxurious house was built for Disputes to children Home visitshouse available Inter-family arrangements its 800-year history,relating it continued working until 1908 when the bailiff or constable; this contains the oldest Norman damage caused by constant vibration made its repair chimney in the country. Guided walks by historian, Mike uneconomic.The Borough Council restored the building in 1981 Hodges, twice weekly, Saturday 11am, Wednesday 11am and and it is open in the summer months as a Quayside showcase 2pm (details:TIC) for the work of local artists and craftspeople. It still houses an interesting collection of milling artefacts. Phone 01202 487626. THE NEW FOREST & HAMPSHIRE COUNTY SHOW 29 - 31 July, 8.15am - 6pm, New Park, Brockenhurst. The New Forest & S O L I C I T OHampshire R S L County L P Show is the highlight of Hampshire's social OTHER ATTRACTIONS calendar offering a wonderful day out for everyone, whatever AvonCentre's House 4 Bridge Streetof Christchurch BH23 1DX THE REGENT CENTRE. The Regent programme your tastes Dorset or interests. Featuring all the attractions that have Telephone 01202 01202 481327 on-line Email enquiries@williamsthompson.co.uk www.williamsthompson.co.uk cinema, theatre and484242 concertsFaxcan be viewed at made it so popular for the best part of a century, the Show www.regentcentre.co.uk. Bookings are available on-line, by brings a whole range of traditional country pursuits, new phone and in person at the Box Office, tel: 01202 499148. exhibitions and demonstrations set in the idyllic countryside of The Centre General Manager, Keith Lancing, has been the New Forest. Specialist marquees feature strongly in this top children created chains (some so fine they could pass through the eye of a needle) for the watch and clock trade. Two ancient fire engines are on show in the refurbished tack room, one designed in Christchurch by the Victorian inventor Brammer, the other from Highcliffe Castle. Whole site including delightful gardens accessible by wheelchair. Exciting programme of family-orientated events, open Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Phone 01202 482860 or visit www.hants.gov.uk/museum/redhouse

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Liberty’s Raptor & Reptile Centre The Centre is near Ringwood and named after Liberty the bald eagle and star of the Centre. Visitors can enjoy seeing birds such as owls, falcons, hawks, eagles, and vultures. Also at the Centre is a wide variety of reptiles, tortoises, snakes, lizards and insects. Enjoy a visit that will prove to be fun, exciting and educational for all ages. Observe the birds flying free and the reptiles up close and personal through various spectacular displays held throughout the day. Liberty’s also offers Flying Experience Days, Hawking Experiences and Photographic Days. They make ideal gifts for someone special, or why not treat yourself. There are daily flying demonstrations and reptile lectures. Open 10a.m to 5p.m from March to the end of October daily. Weekends and half term holidays only from November to February (not Christmas & New Year) Contact Lynda Bridges 01425 476487 www.libertyscentre.co.uk See our ad on p20.

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event which aimed to educate people in healthy eating as well as the availability of different foods, where to buy them and how to prepare them. It has attracted a number of celebrity chefs over the years including Anton Edelman, James Martin, Gary Rhodes, JeanChristophe Novelli, Paul Rankin, Brian Turner and Nick Nairn. Well-known TV chef, Lesley Waters, is a regular at the event and has now become the patron of the Festival. The celebrity chefs and many local chefs do cookery demonstrations, housed in a marquee in Saxon Square. An international food market also takes place over the first weekend in the High Street, with more than 100 stalls.

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Private Tours, Trails & Talks with Mike Andrews Guided walks for groups, history cruises by prior arrangement.

Dorset Farmers Market

Monthly Dorset Farmer’s Market in Saxon Square -first Friday in the month from 9am - 1pm

The Red House Museum - Events

A charming Georgian building, built as a workhouse in 1764, now filled with a rich variety of displays and a regular and varied exhibitions programme. Level access to ground floor displays, café, shop and gardens. Stairs to upper levels. Accessible toilet. A full programme of events is available on www3.hants.gov.uk/museum/redhouse

Private Tours, Trails & Talks with Michael A Hodges, MA

A variety of interesting historical talks or walks around Christchurch which can be tailored to your interests.

Highcliffe Castle Guided Tours

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Christchurch Priory Guided Tours

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Archery at Highcliffe Castle every school holiday from 19 February

Car Boot Sale 15 May 2011 14 August 2011 12 June 2011 11 September 2011 10 July 2011 9 October 2011 The Lions Club of Christchurch Car Boot Sales at Stanpit Recreation Ground, Christchurch. All proceeds to Charity. 8.00am - 12.00pm. Enquiries: 01202 426206

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11-17 Milford on Sea - Food Week Our village will be alive with dining offers & themed events, cookery demonstrations & experiences, presentations, talks, educational events, children’s fun cooking classes, kids food treasure hunt, recipe book swaps, a village recipe book. There are over 100 village events with something for everybody. 16 Apr -7 May Christchurch High Street

22-25 Easter Trail

Using little seen images from the Red House Museum’s photographic collection and recollections from local inhabitants, wander down Christchurch’s High Street from the 1800s to the 1950s. Part of the BBC Hands on History Campaign – Turn Back Time: The High Street

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In the grounds of Highcliffe Castle 11.00am - 4.00pm

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22-24 Apr, 29-31 Jul Tunisian Souk Market

A traditional Tunisian Souk selling a remarkable array of Tunisian goods.

Spring Fayre

Help Save Lives at Sea, come to our Spring Fayre! Highcliffe Sailing Club, Mudeford Quay. Various Stalls. Tea & Coffee, 10.30am-12.30pm. In aid of the R.N.L.I.

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17 May, 9 Jun, 7 Jul, 9 Aug, 8 Sep, 4 Oct Christchurch Priory Evening Tour

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Charity Charity Concert Concert -- AA Medley Medley of of Songs Songs by by Dorset Dorset Police Christchurch Priory Priory (in (in Police Male MaleVoice Voice Choir Choir Christchurch aid aid of of Macmillan Macmillan Unit, Unit,Oakhaven Oakhaven Hospice Hospice and and Prostate Prostate Cancer CancerAwareness), Awareness),7.30pm 7.30pm

Christchurch Christchurch and and Highcliffe Highcliffe Band Band Christchurch Christchurch Quay Bandstand, 4.30pm Quaywalk Bandstand, 2.45pm 4.30pm Guided around2.45pm this site,--let by Nigel Brooks, site warden from Dorset Wildlife Trust. 21 Experiencing 21 Experiencing Inner Inner Worlds Worlds Lecture, Lecture,Eric Eric 27-29 Bournemouth 7s McGough, McGough,Highcliffe Highcliffe Castle, Castle,7pm 7pm International Rugby, Netball & Music Festival, Hurn. 22 Music, Myth and Legend BOS 22 -- 24 24 The Music, Myth andrugby Legend BOS Musical Musical Society, Society, world’s largest festival. www.BournemouthSevens.com Regent Regent Centre, Centre,7.30pm 7.30pm (Sat (Sat mat mat 2.30pm) 2.30pm) 18 18

28 Head2Head Walk 24 Christchurch Show 24 -- 26 26 Christchurch Motor Motor ShowTwynham Twynham School School Organised by the British Heart Foundation and Playing Sopers Lane Playing Field, Field, Sopers Lane Christchurch Round Table, it’s the flagship event marking the designation by the Heart Foundation of Christchurch as a JUNE Heart Town. JUNE Starting at Stanpit Recreation ground at any time between 9am and 12.30pm., the route Edi takes you 44 The of Lecture, The Genius Genius of Beethoven Beethoven Lecture, Edi Bilimoria, Bilimoria, all Highcliffe around Christchurch Harbour, through Stanpit Castle, Highcliffe Castle,7pm 7pm marshes, the centre of Christchurch and Christchurch Quay. It will then involve taking a ferry at Wick, through nature reserves and along Hengistbury Head to the Point. Another ferry will then take you to Mudeford Quay, then the route will return through the harbour front to Stanpit Recreation ground. It’s 6.5 miles round Christchurch Harbour. There’s a toddler route available. Price £5 per person. Your entry fee purely goes towards the cost of running the event safely. To help the BHF save lives we urge you to raise at least £10 in sponsorship. The BHF is the nation’s heart charity and we rely on donations of time and money to continue our life-saving work. (Online registration will be available from the 1st March until the 24th May. After this time registration will be available on the day. Please note that family members at same address can be added to the same registration, but team members located at different addresses need to register individually.) Further details on www.bhf.org.uk/head2head

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Regent Centre, 7.30pm AnThe Evening Big ChrisWith Barber Nick Band Barratt of The Big ChrisDo Barber Band BBC’s ‘Who You Think You Are?’ Regent Centre, 7.30pm 7.30pmas genealogical consultant NickRegent BarrattCentre, is best known 10 - Jul 20 Solitude by Ben Winter, for series 1 toExhibition 4 of the BBC show ‘Who Do 10 - Jul 20 Solitude Exhibition by Ben Winter, You Think You Castle Are?’. Nick has made Gallery numerous Highcliffe Ante-Library Highcliffe Castle Gallery TV appearances, and Ante-Library his credits include ‘House 14 - SepDetectives’, 7 The Faces of Highcliffe Castle Exhibition, Library ‘Invasion’, and theCastle BAFTA-nominated 14 - Sep 7 The Faces of Highcliffe Exhibition, Library ‘Seven theReview Industrial World’. 14 TheWonders Cotton of Club Jazz and dance, 14 The Cotton Club Review Jazz and dance, Regent Centre, 7.30pm 11 Friends of The Red House Museum Regent Centre, 7.30pm Garden Party 15 GOJO on Fathers Day (Girls Only Jazz 15 GOJO on Fathers Day (Girls Only Jazz Orchestra) Outdoor jazz and swing concert, Orchestra) Outdoor jazz and swing concert, Highcliffe Castle, 5pm - 8pm Highcliffe Castle, 5pm - 8pm 19, 20 Hengist Group of Artists-Exhibition of 19, 20 Hengist Group of Artists-Exhibition of Paintings at Christchurch Bandstand Paintings at Christchurch Bandstand (then Thurs & Fri weekly through summer until (then Thurs & Fri weekly through summer until Sept 19, inc Bank Holiday Monday) Sept 19, inc Bank Holiday Monday) 21 June Fayre Royal British Legion Hall, 21 June Fayre Royal British Legion Hall, RBL Women's Section RBL Women's Section 21 Bournemouth Bach Choir-Haydn and Handel 21 Bournemouth Bach Choir-Haydn and Handel Priory, 7.30pm Red Christchurch House Museum, Quay Road, Christchurch, 2pm Christchurch Priory, 7.30pm 22 Christchurch and Highcliffe Band 22 Jun, 31Christchurch and Burgh Highcliffe Guided Band 12 Jul Saxon Walk Christchurch Quay Bandstand, 2.45pm - 4.30pm Bandstand, 2.45pm - 4.30pm Join Christchurch local historian Quay Micheal Hodges for a fascinating 25 Recital-Graham Barber town of two Organ hour guide walk of the historic 25 Organ Recital-Graham Barber Christchurch. MeetPriory, Pound7.30pm Lane, near underpass Christchurch Christchurch Priory, 7.30pm High Street. 11.00am. Tickets on sale at Christchurch 25 Much Ado About Nothing Players, Information Centre, Adults £3 Festival 25 Much Ado About Nothing Festival Players, Highcliffe Castle (outdoors), 7.30pm Highcliffe Castle (outdoors), 7.30pm 28 Dave Benson Philips Fun and Songs 28 Dave Benson Philips Fun and Songs Regent Centre, 1pm, 4.45pm Regent Centre, 1pm, 4.45pm 29 Porsche Owners Club Rally 29 Porsche Owners Club Rally Highcliffe Castle, 10am - 4pm Highcliffe Castle, 10am - 4pm 10 7 7

15-19, 22-26 Macbeth Bournemouth Shakespeare Players 15-19, 22-26 Macbeth Bournemouth Shakespeare Players Priory House Gardens Priory House Gardens 19 Wine and Cheese Evening with Mark Bussell 19 Wine and Cheese Evening with Mark Bussell St Catherine's Hill Community Hall, St Catherine's Hill Community Hall, Marlow Drive (contact: 01202 486790) Marlow Drive (contact: 01202 486790) 19 Rutter Requiem Grange Choral Society, 19 Rutter Requiem Grange Choral Society, Christchurch Priory, 7.30pm Christchurch Priory, 7.30pm 22 - Aug 31 Blooming Marvellous Contemporary flower 22 - Aug 31 Blooming Marvellous Contemporary flower paintings by Yasmin Seaman, Highcliffe Castle paintings by Yasmin Seaman, Highcliffe Castle Ante-Library Gallery Ante-Library Gallery 23 Organ Recital-Charles Harrison 17 Annual Charity Golf Day 23 Organ Recital-Charles Harrison at Dudsbury Golf Priory Club. Christchurch Christchurch Bransgore Rotary Priory Club, tel 01425 674086.

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Come and support the RNLI at their annual garden party, here in the Red House Museum gardens. There’s stalls galore, gallons of tea and mountains of glorious cakes to enjoy.

Summer Fete

19-23, 26-30 Jul The Merry Wives of Windsor by Bournemouth Shakespeare Players Bournemouth Shakespeare Players open air production of ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’.Bring along a chair and picnic, however limited seating will be available. Priory House Gardens, rear of Priory Church. Performances commence at 7.30pm.

Grounds rear of The Priory Church, Quay Road, Christchurch, 11.00am - 3.30pm. Stalls, tombola, raffles, gifts. entertainment, refreshments. Admission 50p

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26-28 New Forest & Hampshire County Show

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18-21 Bournemouth Air Festival 2011

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Collect It! Pack It! Sew It & Grow It! Quay Road, Christchurch, 10.30-4.00, with Diana Guy, BBC Gardener of the Year 2004

Halloween Ghost Walk High Street, Christchurch. Walk led by local historian Michael Hodges. Meet under the arches of the old Town Hall and be spooked with stories of ghosts around the town centre. Limited space-bookable through the Christchurch Information Centre.

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Christchurch Priory

A Brief History In 1094 Ranulf Flambard, a chief minister of King William II (Rufus) began the building of a Norman church on the site of the old Saxon Priory. In 1099 Flambard was appointed Bishop of Durham, but work continued under his successors in the office of Dean of Thuinam Priory, and by about 1150 it would have comprised a basic Norman cruciform church namely a nave (up to Triforium level) with its north and south aisles; probably a central tower; and an apsidalended quire extending eastwards from the crossing at the nave to about as far as the sanctuary steps in the present quire. During this period of the 12th century it is probable that the legend of the Miraculous Beam originated, a legend which changed the name of the town from the Saxon Thuinam to the present day Christchurch. In 1150 Baldwin de Redvers, Lord of the Manor and Earl of Devon, in conjunction with his son and heir Richard de Redvers and influenced by Henri de Blois, Bishop of Winchester and brother of King Stephen dissolved the

secular Priory and reconstituted it as a Priory of Canons Regular of the Order of St Augustine of Hippo and by charter granted it the freehold of the land on which it was built. Reginald was elected the first Prior. Building work continued and in the 13th century the nave aisles were vaulted and the clerestory built in the Early English style. The North Porch was commenced and the Montacute Chapels in Early English style replaced the Norman apse on the east side of the North Transept. By 1350 the Nave roof had been lifted to its present height. A spire may have been built on the central Norman tower at this time or a little later. Towards the end of the 14th century the Lady Chapel was started in early Perpendicular Gothic style. It was completed and vaulted early in the 15th century. St Michael’s Loft, now the church museum, was built over the Lady Chapel in the same century. It is reputed that about 1415 the central Norman tower and spire either collapsed or was taken down as part of planned reconstruction. The old Norman quire was rebuilt in the Perpendicular Gothic style in the 15th century, and the new Lady Chapel. The result of the work, completed early in the 16th century, is the Great Quire of today. A new tower in the Perpendicular style was erected at the west end of the church in 1470/80 to replace the old central tower. The large Salisbury Chantry and the Draper Chantry were built in 1529. In 1539 the dissolution of the Priory took place, the last Prior, John Draper, surrendering it to King Henry VIII’s Commissioners. It is said that the King had intended to pull down the church but that in response to a plea from the townspeople he relented, and in 1540 he granted the church to the churchwardens and inhabitants of Christchurch to be used as the Parish Church in perpetuity.

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On February 12th 1612 King James I confirmed the above grant by his own letters latent and testified that the original grant had been enrolled in Chancery. After the Dissolution a corporation known as ‘The Sixteen’ was formed under legislation passed in the Elizabethan Parliament which became largely responsible for the affairs of the Parish. The Vicar and the Churchwardens were the principal officers. The 900th Anniversary west window of the North Transept was installed in 1999. A new pipe organ was dedicated on July 17th 1999. 30

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Highcliffe

Highcliffe Castle Visitor Information We recommend that visits start in the Great Hall where there are information boards on the Castle’s history. Each room also has a room information sheet. Additionally we have a dedicated team of volunteer stewards who will be happy to answer any of your questions.

Highcliffe Castle has been described as arguably the most important surviving house of the Romantic and Picturesque style of architecture, which flourished at the end of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th century. Its significance is recognised nationally by its Grade 1 status on the Statutory List of Buildings of Special Architectural and Historical Interest.

Alternatively a Castle Guidebook is available to purchase which gives the full details of this intriguing building. Price £3.50. Castle Information sheets are available in French, Spanish, Italian and German.

There is an international importance, too. For a large amount of medieval French masonry, shipped across the Channel, was used in its construction. It is this Norman and Renaissance carved stone, along with the Castle’s Gothic revival features and ancient stained glass, that make it appear older than it is.

2011 Admission Charges Adults £2.95 Accompanied Children Under 16 Free Season Ticket Holders Free HHA members Free Group discounts are available for parties of more than 10 people. Please contact the site for further details and a booking form 01425 278807. The Dining Room does not form part of the normal admission but will be open when not in use. Rooms may be closed due to exhibition change-over or events. We recommend that you phone beforehand if you are coming to visit a specific exhibition.

Built mainly between 1831 and 1836, the Castle is the realisation of one man’s fantasy. He was Lord Stuart de Rothesay, a distinguished diplomat who had known and loved the cliff-top site overlooking Christchurch Bay since he was a boy. The magnificent building, once lavishly furnished in the 18th century French style remained a family home until the 1950s. In the late 1960s two fires rendered the building derelict and in 1977, to prevent futher deterioration, Christchurch Borough Council purchased it.

Exhibitions The Library galleries provide a magnificent backdrop for history, art and craft exhibitions. This varied programme offers something for all tastes and ages whilst promoting the best local artists.

Today the Castle’s renovated exterior is testimony of the remarkable skills of craftsmen and women who carried out a huge repair and conservation programme in the 1990s, jointly funded by Christchurch Borough Council, English Heritage and a £2.65 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. In 1998 a further programme of renovation was completed to enable public access to the State Dining Room, Butler’s Pantry and East Tower.

Events Each year the Castle hosts an exciting programme of events that offers something for all tastes. Within the castle staterooms we offer talks, workshops, crafts fairs and evening concerts. Whereas outdoor highlights include car rallies, theatre and big band jazz and swing concerts.

The Castle is now a popular tourist attraction, community space and wedding venue.

Please find details of our current exhibitions and events in the What’s On section of our website: www.highcliffecastle.co.uk

Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe BH23 4LE Tel: 01425 278807 33

Local serviceS DENTAL PRACTICES Family Practitioner Committee Dental Department Victoria House Princess Road FERNDOWN 01202 893000

Christchurch Dental Care 16 Arthur Road CHRISTCHURCH 01202 478973

Highcliffe Dental Care 33 Gordon Road, HIGHCLIFFE 01425 203754 (Wheelchair Access) Robinsons Dental Practice 1A Castle Street, CHRISTCHURCH 01202 487888

Aslani Dental Practice 23a Bargates, CHRISTCHURCH 01202 485993

Dental Partnership Flat 4 Diana Court 237 Lymington Road HIGHCLIFFE 01425 273025 (Wheelchair Access)

Beacon Lodge Dental Surgery 193 Lymington Road, HIGHCLIFFE 01425 270247 (Wheelchair Access)

Cheriton Dental Practice 59 Barrack Road CHRISTCHURCH 01202 486249

NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE DENTIST 16a Arthur Road (off Stour Rd) CHRISTCHURCH 01202 478973

R.P. Bendall 134 Purewell, CHRISTCHURCH 01202 485621

Hoburne Dental Practice 104 Saffron Drive Hoburne Farm Estate HIGHCLIFFE 01425 203654 (Wheelchair Access)

EMERGENCY DENTIST Angela O’Regan, Dental SOS 740 Christchurch Road Bournemouth 07771 538156 (24 hour, 7 days a week – not Health Service but all patients advised on the phone of the fee)

Christchurch and Bournemouth Dental 77 Stour Road, CHRISTCHURCH 01202 486249

Stephen House Dental Practice 1a Castle Street, CHRISTCHURCH 01202 85993

Forest FM has been broadcasting great music, local news and information for 5 years. Forest FM is run by people in our community for our community. For example, you’ll find Ringwood radio presenter Laura Jerome looking after the Drivetime programme weekdays from 4 til 7pm and her dad – Paul Jerome – hosting the Thursday night rock show ! Forest FM supports local charities, groups and organisations and provides free publicity on the radio to help them spread the word about what they do. The station also supports the Business Community by providing radio advertising at affordable prices. Listen online at www.forestfm.co.uk or tune to 92.3 FM on your radio !

DOCTORS SURGERIES Christchurch Medical Centre 1 Purewell Cross, BH23 3AF Farmhouse Surgery 01202 488487 Orchard Surgery 01202 481901 Barn Surgery 01202 486456 Highcliffe Medical Centre 248 Lymington Road, Highcliffe 01425 272203 Mudeford Surgery 10 Falcon Drive, Christchurch 01425 272112 Stour Surgery 49 Barrack Road, Christchurch 01202 918143 The Grove Surgery 83 The Grove, Christchurch 01202 481192

Disabled Toilets * 1. CHRISTCHURCH QUAY Rear of Gents - Level Pedestrian access only Car parking within 200 yards Separate disabled and family room. *2. SAXON SQUARE Pedestrian access adjacent car park entrance B. Separate disabled and family room. 3. BRIDGE STREET Civic Offices (Reception) Vehicular access from car park outside Offices. Only available during working hours

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Red House

Museum & Gardens

A charming Georgian building filled with a rich variety of displays and objects all with a local theme.

• Local History • Archaeology • Special Displays • Regular Workshops and Activities • Temporary exhibitions • Costume • Old Fashioned Roses & Herbaceous Borders • Herb Garden • Gift Shop • Coffee Shop • Local Resource Room Free Admission

Opening Times: Tuesday – Saturday 10am to 5pm • Sunday 2pm to 5pm Monday closed except on Bank Holidays • Last admission 4:30pm

Quay Road, Christchurch Dorset BH23 1BU Tel: 01202 482860 • Fax: 01202 481924 www.hants.gov.uk/redhouse www.hants.gov/uk/redhouse

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SAFFRON MOORHILL HOUSE HOTEL 416 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Burley Road, Nr Ringwood Tel: 01425 279666/270024 Tel: 01425 403285 Email: Serves moorhill@newforesthotels.co.uk Indian and Bangladeshi food, owner Mohammed www.newforesthotels.co.uk Kamal. Exciting new menu. Sample dish: special chicken Serves traditionalpiazza English food using local produce. Table and mushroom £8.95 d’hôte menus from £21.50. Sunday lunch £12.95. Free Homeseating Delivery Local Area (Min. order– up £15). Restaurant up toin80. Functions welcome to Seatsbuffet 54, functions welcome, buffet up to 80. Air 150 style. Landscaped gardencapacity with terrace. Turn conditioned restaurant. Parking in front and nearby. to ad on page 44.

The Three Tuns SOMERFORD BEEFEATER & PREMIER Ringwood Road, Bransgore Tel: 01425INN 672232 Somerford Road, Christchurch (opp. Sainsburys) email: threetunsinn@btconnect.com Close to New Forest and quays The01202 Three485376 Tuns country inn and restaurant has a At Saffron we strive to produce the finest cuisine, Tel: reputation for7062 creative menus with the freshest ingredients. Enjoy the relaxed or 0870 197 or 0870 242based 8000around the very best fresh local produce and offering daily specials. atmosphere in the restaurant or take home the E-mail: somerford.christchurch@whitbread.com unique taste and experience that is Saffron. ExampleManager: dish: Rack Dorset Lamb on a bed of General KellyofRedmond EXCITING NEW MENU Christchurch 2008-FINAL 12/3/08 aubergine and chive mash.hasspreads The Beefeater Restaurant stylish modern decor with20:00 Open 7 days a week comfortable leather booth seats. Specialising in chargrill Enjoy an air conditioned restaurant & bar. Alternatively, Lunch: 12noon - 2.30pm, Evenings: 6pm - 11.30pm food with so many dishes, there really is something for on warm sunny days try the attractive and spacious patio Free Home Delivery in Local Area everyone. Open all day, every day. Prices from £5.95 for garden. Ample parking. (Min. order £15) an 8oz rump steak. Private area for parties and functions. The Three Tuns Accommodation is situated within ainshort drive Buffets available. overpleasant 100 rooms, 416 Lymington Road, Highcliffe from Ringwood, Burley surrounding catering for business andand leisure guests allareas, with modern Tel: 01425 279666 or 270024 facilities at great rates. Turn to ad on page 44. JARNA INDIAN TANDOORI 1 The Parade, Old Milton Green, NewOut Miltonin the Chris Eating AA Rosette Restaurant 01425 673332 Tel: 01425 610488 Roll of Honour Masterchef Award Winning Restaurant. guests BISTRO ON THE- BEACH Customer ExcellenceatAward Winner 2011. Serves Bistro On the Promenade Southbourne rooms traditional food. Proprietor A Hussain. Tel: 01202Indian 43473 Email: relax@bistroonthebeach.com They consider their tandoori to be the best in the area, refurbi serving Mogul and Shahi dishes which are very mild with service www.bistroonthebeach.com a smooth texture, aMogul £8.95 andBistro Shahionfrom Having undergone major from refurbishment, the to the £9.10. is a must to visit this summer, with its enviable for bre Beach and e position onathe Southbourne (below Warren They have large, beautifully Promenade decorated, restaurant, offer gloriou Edge Car Park) it boasts stunning views of the Isle of casual take-away and there is a home-delivery service available. Country Inn and Restaurant There isfamous a room available for functions such parties, Wight’s ‘Polar Bear’,The Needles all theasway over tastes, Situated on the edge of the New Forest Country andthe ample parking nearby. Fully air conditioned. to Purbeck Peninsula.The extensive renovation offers more Park, and a pleasant three mile drive from Locally Christchurch and Burley, the three tuns is an the Bi award-winning traditional 17th century inn with animal huge acclaim for its excellent food and drink. FINEST QUALITY INDIAN CUISINE until th With creative menus based around the very best really h Fully Licensed OPEN fresh local produce and offering daily specials, Authentic Indian Cuisine

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Take Seven Chefs Stephen Lavender Riverside Sopley Mill (p41) After college, I trained in the big 5 star hotels of the West end of London, then Bishopstowe House, near Warminster. Having had a fast lesson in growing up, I began to eat up life in the Hotel Industry. Not long after, I made a move to the West Coast of Canada, where I took over a specialist Seafood Restaurant for 2 years.

Colin Nash - The Three Tuns (p36) Colin’s first experience of the world of cooking came at just 13 years old, helping his mum make prawn cocktails at a little restaurant in Christchurch. After training at Bournemouth and Poole College and Langan’s Brasserie, Colin secured his first job in the industry at The Olde Times Restaurant in Christchurch (now called Sobs). The experience Colin gained during this time proved invaluable; he learns that to be a great chef takes time, hard work and a respect and understanding of the produce you work with. ‘...so much to be passionate about...’ Colin cooks with a subtle approach, searching for the perfect marriage of quality produce, flavours and textures. He now applies this wisdom to the menu at the ever-popular, award-winning Three Tuns Inn an exceptional country inn and restaurant on the edge of the New Forest. His culinary expertise has certainly not gone unnoticed; The Three Tuns has been awarded two AA rosettes, as well as having been recognised in Egon Ronay’s Guide to the Best Restaurants and Gastropubs in the UK. For Colin, there’s so much to enjoy about being a chef, so much to be passionate about: the list of foods to play with seasonally and locally, and the constant opportunity to learn and develop, to absorb new styles and to incorporate new ingredients into your cooking. From kitchen porter to award-winning head chef, Colin is a prime example of a chef who has made good food his life.

Returning to Christchurch, I quickly gained 2 AA rosettes at a local Hotel, holding them for 7 years, a short sabbatical in Nepal followed, upon my return I started up Fishworks in Christchurch. Running the kitchens of the Highcliffe Marriot was my next challenge, working through the Conservative and Liberal Democrats Conferences was definitely challenging – but rewarding. I have always loved the great outdoors, be it fishing, hiking or kayaking… and have now found an ideal workplace – on the river, menagerie of wildlife and fishing – what more could I ask for!

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Simon Hallam the Crooked Beam Like many of the great culinary masters of past and present, Simon Hallam started his career at a tender age, observing his grandmother as she cooked. This home grown inspiration saw cooking become his passion. After completing his training in Northampton, Simon moved south to progress his career. Classing himself as an ‘all-rounder’ Simon’s style is traditional with a modern twist. Simon has been the chef proprietor of the AA Rosette awarded Crooked Beam Restaurant for over 6 years and continues to develop his award winning style of cooking and presentation to ensure that every dish leaving his kitchen offers perfect, mouth-watering food, presented with unique style and optimum quality and taste. continued...

Take Seven Chefs Loic Gratadoux – JackS Restaurant at The Kings Hotel Loic studied at the Ecole Superieure de Cuisine Française before spending two years at La Table du Lancaster in Paris working with master chef Michel Troisgros. He travelled to Australia where he worked in one of the best restaurants, the Pier in Sydney. Following a move to England, he was sous chef at Christchurch Harbour Hotel before becoming head chef at Jacks Restaurant in The Kings Hotel.

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David Pang - Nelson Tavern David Pang, head Chef at the Nelson Tavern, Mudeford for the past 4 years really does deliver when it comes to tasty pub food. They were selected as finalists in the National ‘Food Pub of the Year Awards 2010’ in three categories – Food, Speciality Food and Al Fresco Dining Pub of the Year. You can expect morning coffee, a full English breakfast, mid day snacks or a la carte lunch; afternoon cream teas, and Thai cuisine in the popular Pacific 23 restaurant. If you don’t manage to drop in then you could telephone for a takeaway – stunning Pizzas, authentic Thai Cuisine or selected Traditional English dishes.

John Parham – Harbour Restaurant John started his career at a 2 AA Rosette restaurant in Emsworth prior to moving to Langrish House Hotel, Hampshire, and Bishop’s Table Hotel, Surrey. Following this he was sous chef at the prestigious Rhinefield House Hotel before moving to Christchurch Harbour Hotel where he was quickly promoted to head chef.

SOHO Christchurch is situated at the heart of Christchurch’s historic Priory town centre. SOHO is a modern bar and restaurant that provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Serving handmade Gourmet Pizzas, fresh coffee and a range of wines, Soho is the perfect venue throughout the day. Ideal for coffee and cake, business meetings or interviews, catching up with friends and family or enjoying evening drinks. Customers can enjoy breakfast, lite bites, salads, sandwiches, cakes, dining in the SOHO Lounge Restaurant and handmade gourmet pizzas cooked from fresh in our clay hearth oven. Eat and drink alfresco style in the courtyard or sun terrace and enjoy exclusive views of the Christchurch castle ruins or relax on a couch and watch the activity of Christchurch high street pass. For Live Music and fantastic offers checkout or website www.soholifestyle.co.uk

Alex Aitken The Jetty Restaurant at Christchurch Harbour

Alex started his career as a trawlerman and his raw fishing experience has proved invaluable for his work as a chef. He spent 25 years cooking within the New Forest, including running Le Poussin in Brockenhurst where he gained a Michelin star in 1995. Following a move to Parkhill, a country house hotel at Lyndhurst, he became a partner and director of cuisine when it was developed into Lime Wood. He is now at The Jetty producing locally-sourced sustainable food.

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Three of the very best Restaurants in Christchurch from the Harbour Hotels Collection Harbour Restaurant

Christchurch Harbour Hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two AA Rosette Restaurant with spectacular views over the sparkling waters of Mudeford Quay. Join us for lunch, afternoon cream tea, dinner or simply a cool glass of wine or a cocktail on our al fresco dining Terrace, the perfect place for taking in the breathtaking views. 5P CPPL DBMM www.christchurch-harbour-hotel.co.uk

The Jetty

Where the water meets the land in the grounds of the Christchurch Harbour Hotel. Fresh fish, caught and landed daily from Mudeford Quay; seafood including local oysters, shrimps and lobster; and superb grills. A sparkling view and menu to return to â&#x20AC;&#x201C; time and time again. 5P CPPL DBMM www.thejetty.co.uk

Jacks Bar and Restaurant

Behind the big black doors there is a friendly little bar, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the excellent imaginative local food that draws customers into the restaurant. Ingredients caught, grown or prepared close to Christchurch within the New Forest National Park, the south coast including Mudeford Quay and Brixham. 5P CPPL DBMM www.thekings-christchurch.co.uk

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Bournemouth Flying Club with Licensed Bar & Cafe Bournemouth Airport, Aviation Park East, off Matchams Lane, Christchurch BH23 6NE 01202 578558 www.bfclub.co.uk vicky@bfclub.co.uk Our Cafe is open seven days a week serving a wide selection of delicious hot and cold food and drinks throughout the day to eat in or take away. The Cafe and terrace overlook the runway and are an ideal location to watch the activity at Bournemouth International Airport. We welcome individuals, families or groups (reservations are advised). Well behaved dogs, on leads, are welcome on the terrace. The Cafe is available for private hire during the evenings and we are happy to host children’s parties. For more information give us a call or visit the website. Bournemouth Flying Club is an active Flight Training Establishment. Trial Flights are available throughout the week, including aerobatics. Gift vouchers can be purchased from our reception, over the ‘phone or via the website. We look forward to welcoming you here soon!

their famous Braised Lamb Shank. Food is locally sourced where possible. Ground floor restaurant seats up to 50 across three rooms. Riverview Restaurant on the top floor available for up to 100. Millers Function Room including own bar, dance floor and lounge area for up to 120. Fully licensed for Civil Weddings and Partnerships. Beautiful riverside gardens with children’s play area and The Menagerie. Open Tuesday to Saturday 11am-11pm and Sunday 11am-6pm (includes morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner). Closed Sunday Evening and all day Monday.

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Restaurant Guide LocalLocal Restaurant Guide Boathouse La Mamma Amberwood Inn 9154The Quay, Road,Walkford Christchurch Tel: (01425) 51-53 Bridge Ringwood 272627 Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 480033 Avon Beach Bistro Tel: 01202 280350 Avon Beach Tel: (01425) 272162 Captain’s Club Hotel The Avonmouth Tides Restaurant Manor Arms Mudeford Tel: Christchurch (01202) 483434 / 0870 8120 Road, Burton Wick Lane, 17400 Salisbury Tel: Bailey01202 Bridge475111 Brewers Fayre Tel: 01202 482530

Rising – Thai Splinters Cat andSun Fiddle Harvester 12 Church Street, 123 Purewell Hinton Admiral Tel: (01425) 276050 Christchurch Christchurch Fishworks Tel: 01202 486122 Tel: 01202 483454 10 Church Street Tel: (01202) 484494 Captains Hotel RiversideClub Sopley Mill, Starlight Bengali Wick Ferry,Wick Lane Tel: (01202) 475111 54 Bargates, Christchurch Mill Lane, Sopley Tel: 01202 484111 Cliffhanger Tel: 01425 674196 Highcliffe Tel: (0142) 278058 The Amberwood Crooked Beam Restaurant Sabai Thai Jumpers Corner Tel: (01202) 499362154 Ringwood Road, Walkford 8 Castle Street, Dragon Palace Christchurch Tel: 01425 272627 215 Barrack Road Tel: (01202) 488833 / 488848 Tel: 01202 486122 Duncan’s Bar & Bistro The Crooked Beam 404 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: (01425) Saffron 2 The 280444 Grove, Christchurch 416 Lymington Road, Fisherman’s Haunt Hotel Salisbury Road,Winkton Tel: (01202)Tel: 477283 Highcliffe 01202 499362 Tel: 01425 270024 Globe Inn Restaurant The Jetty, Christchurch 266 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: (01425) 271360

Barrack Road Tel: (01202) 485215

Masala Bay Indian Cliffhanger Beach House Waterford Road, Tel: Highcliffe Restaurant Mudeford Sandbank (01202) 423474 Tel: 01425 278058 24 Bridge Street, Cch, Boathouse Tel: 01202 486120 Christchurch Quay Tel: (01202) 480033 Dragon Palace Mela Indian Restaurant 215 Barrack Road Tel: 01202 488833 The Saxon Centre 5-6 Fountain Way, Christchurch Harbour Restaurant C’church Harbour Hotel Tel: 01202 479030 95 Mudeford, Christchurch AUTHENTIC Tel: 01202 483434 Moorhill House Hotel, T01425 HAI C403285 UISINE Burley & TRADITIONAL PUB FOOD Jacks Restaurant The Kings Hotel, 18 Castle Pinocchio, 5 Church GREAT COMPANY Street, Christchurch Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 588933 Tel: 01202 GREAT484910 DRINKS

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THE AMBERWOOD 154 Ringwood Road, Walkford. Tel: 01425 272627 Gill and John offer you a warm welcome to their pub and restaurant, offering home cooked traditional food in friendly, relaxed surroundings. Comfortable restaurant with full table service. Sample menu: Lamb shank £13.95. Two course £8.50 Special Menu Mon–Sat 12–2.30pm & Mon–Thur 5.30–9pm. Traditional Sunday Roast from £6.75 (booking advisable). All food cooked to order so special dietary requirements can be happily catered for i.e. celiac, diabetics, vegans. traditional English Live foodmusic on All typesServing of functions can be arranged. using sourcedofproduce Fridays. Jazz first locally & third Tuesday each month. Fun Excellent range of Beers and Lagers Quiz Night on Mondays. Dogs welcome in bar area. Large Car Park - Children’s Play Area 100 seat Restaurant

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Hinton Oak 95 Mudeford, 397 Waterford Road, Lymington Road, Christchurch Tel: (01425) 282911 Highcliffe Christchurch Kashmir Indian Tandoori Tel: 01425 272731 Tel: 01202 400950 9 Stanpit Tel: (01202) 482024 Kelly’s SimilanKitchen Thai The Three Tuns Country 35/37 High Street Tel: (01202) 488114 Inn and Restaurant 251 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Ringwood Rd, Kings Arms Hotel Tel:Castle 01425 280888 Bransgore 18 Street 01425483434 672232 Enquiries via The Avonmouth Hotel Tel: Tel: (01202)

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Traditional home cooked food Air conditioned Restaurant with full table service Traditional Sunday Roasts Daily specials incl. fresh Fish Excellent Wines & Real Ales Meals served 12noon ~ 2.30pm & 6 - 9pm Lunchtime Special Mon ~ Sat: 2 courses with Tea/Coffee Special family gatherings catered for For bookings & enquiries call ● ● ● ● ●

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all local day Farmhouse Sunday Ciders Over 20Carvery Real Ales and Small plates every £5.95;Bank Large plates £8.95 Beer Festivals Holiday Weekend Authentic Thai Cuisine and Traditional English Pub Food Weddings, Civil Receptions and Private Parties Bar open all year round Secluded walled Patio/Garden welcome in our famous Pullman Railway Carriage Best Sunday Lunches in town Disabled access and parking 12 beautiful en-suite rooms, recently refurbished Thursday Quiz Night and Live Music – see web site Phone for details Sky Sports Free wi-fi spot Covered/heated smoking area

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Tea Rooms Avon Beach Company Avon Beach, Mudeford Tel: 01425 272162 Baggies 43 High Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 488844 Bay Tree 291 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 275551

Café Nero Saxon Square 01202 476118

Ducking Stool Tea Rooms 13a Ducking Stool Lane, Christchurch Tel: 01202 485779

Coffee Grinder 422 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 10425 272318

Highcliffe Castle Tea Rooms Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 270924

Coffee Pot Unit 1, 20 Bargates, Christchurch Tel: 01202 490046

Beach Hut Café Friars Cliff Beach Tel: 01425 275378

Copper Skillet 17 Church Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 485485

Blend 74 High Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 496800

Costa Coffee 28 Saxon Square, Christchurch Tel: 01202 496633

Inside Out Coffee Co. 3 Pound Lane, Christchurch Tel: 01202 496802 Little Venice 67 Bargates, Christchurch Tel: 01202 476461 New Forest Perfumery 11 Castle Street,

Christchurch Tel: 01202 482893 Old Mill Tea Rooms The Quay, Christchurch Tel: 01202 474942 Scullery Tea Rooms 395 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 279020 Tea Cozy 58 High Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 484757 Tulips 330 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 271060

A Taste of Indonesia

Experience the subtle and traditional Indonesian taste, come and experience how you can create a taste of Indonesia with Yayu in 2011 Develop your cookery skills and have fun with Yayu in her friendly and enjoyable cookery classes To find out more (there are limited places) please phone 01202 882277 and ask for Yayu or call in at The Minster Press shop, 14/15 Mill Lane, Wimborne Minster, Dorset BH21 1LN.

Moorhill House Hotel Burley, nr Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 4AH Tel: 01425 403285 www.newforesthotels.co.uk Email: Moorhill@newforesthotels.co.uk

cut sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream, a selection of homemade cakes and your choice of tea or coffee. Or for pure indulgence add a glass of champagne.

SOMERFORD BEEFEATER & PREMIER INN Somerford Road, Christchurch East (opp. Sainsburys) Tel: 01202 485376 or 0871 527 8250 E-mail: somerford.christchurch@whitbread.com

Dining at Moorhill House Hotel, in Burley The Moorhill House Hotel has been awarded a rosette for culinary cuisine. Come and experience the fine cuisine on offer, from our cooked-to-order breakfasts, tasty bar snacks, afternoon tea, Sunday lunches and superb dinner menu. Dinner and Sunday lunch are served in the Burley Restaurant, which opens directly onto a raised patio area with great views over the landscaped gardens to the woods. This hotel’s strong links with the New Forest are emphasized by its use of local, seasonal ingredients, which is why this AA Rosette restaurant is a popular venue with locals as well as our hotel guests. Unwind in our garden room, bar or on the terrace and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea served on a tiered cake stand; finely

General Manager: Kelly Redmond The Beefeater Restaurant has stylish modern decor with comfortable leather booth seats. Specialising in chargrill food with so many dishes, there really is something for everyone. Open all day, every day. Prices from £6.99 for a 7oz rump steak with free side dish. Private area for parties and functions. Buffets available. Accommodation in over 100 rooms, catering for business and leisure guests all with modern facilities at great rates.

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If you enjoy the tradition of a Sunday roast with family and friends but don’t want to cook it then spoil yourself and enjoy a Sunday Lunch with us and we will give you a free glass of wine to savour with it. From £12.95 per person for a three course lunch (please bring this

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Soho 7 Church St, Christchurch Tel: 01202 496140

The Manor Arms 17 Salisbury Road, Burton Tel: 01202 482530

Fairmile Hotel 202 Fairmile Road, Christchurch Tel: 01202 473499

Somerford Beefeater & Premier Inn Somerford Road, Christchurch Tel: 01202 485376

The Nelson Tavern 75 Mudeford, Christchurch Tel: 01202 485105

Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Haunt Salisbury Road, Winkton Tel: 01202 477283 Galleon 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 279855

Stourvale Inn 259 Barrack Road, Christchurch Tel: 01202 484222

The New Queen Inn Ringwood Road, Christchurch Tel: 01425 672432

The Amberwood Inn 154 Ringwood Road, Walkford Tel: 01425 272627

The Oak Inn 57 Martins Hill Lane, Burton Tel: 01202 486033

Haven House Inn The Quay, Mudeford Tel: 01425 272609

The Avon Causeway Inn Hurn, Christchurch Tel: 01202 482714

The Salisbury Arms 53 Purewell, Christchurch Tel: 01202 482949

Napoleons 364 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 270888

The Carpenters Arms 103 Burley Road, Bransgore Tel: 01425 672295

The Thomas Tripp 10 Wick Lane, Christchurch Tel: 01202 490498

Railway Hotel 2 Stour Road, Christchurch Tel: 01202 484180

The Crown Inn Ringwood Road, Bransgore Tel: 01425 672279

The Three Tuns Ringwood Road, Bransgore Tel: 01425 672232

Rising Sun 123 Purewell, Christchurch Tel: 01202 486122

The Duke of Wellington 25 Barrack Rd, Christchurch Tel: 01202 477273

The Woolpack Sopley Tel: 01425 672252

Royalty Inn 60 Bargates, Christchurch Tel: 01202 486310

The Fishermans Haunt Salisbury Rd, Winkton Tel: 01202 477283

Toby Carvery Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch Tel: 01425 273202

The Sandpiper 97 Bure Lane, Mudeford Tel: 01425 275163

The Globe Inn 266 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 271360

Walkford Hotel 16 Walkford Road, Walkford Tel: 01425 272858

Ship Inn 48 High Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 474799

The Hinton Oak 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe Tel: 01425 279855

Ye Olde George Inn 2a Castle Street, Christchurch Tel: 01202 479383

Ship in Distress 66 Stanpit, Christchurch Tel: 01202 485123

The Lamb Inn Burley Road, Winkton Tel: 01425 672427

Ye Olde Starre Inn 9 Purewell, Christchurch Tel: 01202 474762

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