The Poole Directory - December 2020

Parkstone & Lilliput Edition

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December 2020

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Introduction

The Poole Directory - Parkstone Edition Edition 116

Published by:

Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Directories Ltd

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Email:

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Dear Poole Residents, Stephen, myself, Julie, Mel, Heather, Chris and Jannike would like to wish you a good Festive Season. At the time of this writing we are still on the second Lockdown and though it has been nowhere near as restricted as the first one, we do not know for sure how Christmas will be for us all. By the time you receive your magazine we will have that answer, I hope.

Our very loyal and reliable advertisers are so grateful for all your support this last year. Let’s face it, it has been a challenge for all of us. Our local trades and services have needed your calls and bookings like never before. You have delivered, and many, many of the companies inside these pages are in fact very happy to tell you they are busy and want to thank you sincerely for this. In return to say, ‘Thank You’, our centre pages contain our Christmas Sponsors this year with proceeds going to Julia’s House Hospice.

This is such a worthy cause we are delighted to support them.

Please continue to call our advertisers here and do

Copy deadline for the say “Hello” from us! We are here to help. Right from January 2021 edition: my first magazine which I started all the way back 7th December 2020

Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the publisher cannot accept any liability to any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.

Dorset Directories Ltd does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the publication. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

in 2005, pushing Hayden around in his pram, my purpose was to bring good, local businesses to your doorstep as well as give you some local data to be able to back up your local community. As soon as more events start happening again, we will be able to shout all about it!

So, 2021 is just around the corner. Whatever you do this Christmas we wholeheartedly wish you all the Very Best. Keep well, stay safe and relax with a glass of mulled wine.

Debbie, Stephen, Hayden & Daichi

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Ashley Court has a homely, calm and tranquil atmosphere; an ideal home for those looking for a comfortable and safe place to live, with a home from home feel. part of the Healthcare Homes Group

Accommodation is spacious with well-furnished lounge areas and dining rooms providing space for residents to relax, enjoy activities and entertain guests. All bedrooms are for single occupancy with en-suite facilities. The home is surrounded by beautiful secure landscaped gardens for residents and their guests to enjoy; easily accessible by foot and by wheelchair.

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Community News

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Over £1000 Raised for the JTYAF at Crane Valley Captains Day The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) is honoured to be supported as ‘Charity of the Year’ by the three Captains at Crane Valley Golf Club. Their recent Captains Charity Fun Day, which luckily took place just before the current lockdown, was a huge success raising an incredible £1045 for the JTYAF! Twenty-six teams braved the elements, and the wind and rain didn’t manage to dampen their spirits as laughter and cheering was heard all around the course. Pete Thornton joined the three Captains for his first round of golf for many years and thoroughly enjoyed his day.

The fantastic total of £1045 would not have been possible without the support of all those who took part and special thanks must go to the volunteers whose time and effort made this event possible.

Pete and Linda Thornton were delighted to meet up with James, one of the Crane Valley juniors, who

Left to right: Pete Thornton, Ladies Vice Captain, Ladies Captain, Shani Bancroft, Men’s Seniors Captain, Paul Rowbottom and Men’s Captain, John Astley had received a JTYAF Award in 2019.

He was proud to be supporting the charity day as his bursary had enabled him to really develop as a golfer and work towards his ambition to play at professional/ semi-professional standard. Since his award he has reduced his handicap to an impressive 13 at just 15 years old and we wish him every success for the future.

The three Crane Valley Captains have shown tremendous commitment and support for the JTYAF. Despite these challenging times with lockdowns and restrictions they have organised two charity events and raised in excess of £2000! They are a fabulous bunch of people and we can’t thank them enough.

Left To Right: Pete Thornton, James, Ladies Captain, Shani Bancroft And Men’s Captain, John Astley.

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QUIRKY

BY MICA BALE

From an interesting event in the height of the English Civil War to a special treat for King George III, Dorset has had many interesting chapters in its long history. This winter might well prove to be just another page in the journal of time but here are five more interesting facts from around Dorset to celebrate the county’s interesting past and even more interesting future.

Did you know that in the old Dorset dialect, there are at least eight words for mealtimes? Ranging from the more recognisable ‘luncheon’ to the slightly less identifiable ‘nammet’ or perhaps the ‘nuncheon’, the Dorset dialect is a vital part of the county’s heritage and certainly offers an interesting mealtime conversation!

Did you know that in 1645 the English Civil War touched the lives of the village of Child Okehampton in a very unusual way. An independent unit of around two thousand men decided to attack both the Royalists and the Parliamentarians. Known as the ‘Clubmen’, their endeavour was actually to prevent further conflict between the warring parties. Their skirmishes resulted in Cromwell imprisoning at least three hundred of them however it could almost be said that there was a touch of amusement when he was later quoted as describing them as ‘poor, silly creatures”.

Of course Dorset is known for its delightful dishes however, rumour has it that George III himself was responsible for the creation of the Royal Portland Pudding! Reportedly, the king, during his frequent visits to Dorset, would especially ask for the rich fruit pudding. It was reported in a local publication of the day, that: “George III, during his visits to Weymouth, had several times made a tour of the Isle of Portland; and on those occasions he made the ‘Portland Arms’ his headquarters, and used to finish his day by dining at the house. The then landlady had a recipe for making a certain famous Portland pudding, and the King never failed to order this pudding, in honour of the island”.

Although not unique, Dorset can boast some of the finest examples of where natural history meets humans. The holloways in the county have been created by thousands if not millions of Dorset locals having traipsed through the beautiful countryside and thus created delightful sunken pathways similar to tunnels, exposing tree roots and millenia of Dorset’s Jurassic geology.

Perfect for a winter walk!

Holloways to wander...

PHOTO: FINN HOPSON

DRAWING BY STANLEY WOOD

PHOTO: JONATHAN BAKER

Although it might be a little difficult to go abroad for some winter sports, restrictions allowing, Dorset still has some great local activities including a range of different ski slopes and winter activities to enjoy. Perhaps even a game of socially distanced snow ball fights is the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy Dorset in its wintry wonderfulness!

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1. Where in the world would you expect to find a car with the vehicle registration code ‘V’?

5. Which was the first James Bond film to feature Roger Moore in the title role?

2. In which children’s book did a spider called Charlotte and a pig called Wilbur appear?

3. Which Mexican artist produced works entitled ‘The Broken Column’ and ‘Diego and I’?

6. How many sides has a heptadecagon?

7. ‘Suncrisp’, ‘Golden Russet’ and ‘Braeburn’ are all varieties of which fruit?

8. In which country would you find the coastal resort of Lara Beach?

4. What was the name of the character played by John Travolta in the film ‘Pulp Fiction’?

9. In which century was the first ‘Grand National’ horse race?

10. The letters of the word ‘allergy’ can be rearranged to form three other sevenletter words. Can you find all three of them?

Want to see how you did?

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Group Managing Director Marcus McGee believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing

company policy of delivering the highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle.

Locally Cloudy2Clear service the Poole area and

manager Justin Friel agrees that this approach is a major factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated as both my customers and, obviously a body as nationally important as Which? now recognise.’

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We happy to advise we have resumed normal working hours and are providing onsite visits* again! *We passed the COVID-19 risk assessment and wear PPE as required for every visit.

Essential Meals-on-Wheels continue through two lockdowns Custom Lunches, deliver freshly cooked, hot meals on a ceramic plate to nearly 400 homes across the BCP area, 7 days a week. Having put all necessary Covidsecure measures in place, and despite an increase in demand, customers have been able to rely on their daily meals without interruption, throughout the first lockdown and the present one.

Custom Lunches has even begun a delivery service for essential groceries.

Customers can now order from a limited range of essential products, alongside their order for meals, with deliveries, by their normal driver, once a week.

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Wildlife News

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Talking about Wildlife...

Fascinating Fungi Fungi don’t fit into the plant or animal kingdoms but into an entire category of their own. The Fungi kingdom is a large group of organisms that includes yeasts, moulds, and, of course, mushrooms.

Found everywhere - in the soil, in water, on and within plants, and even in the human body - fungi are essential to life on earth and they have a fascinating biology.

Fungi play an important role within our ecosystems, helping to recycle nutrients from dead or decaying organic matter releasing carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus into the soil and the atmosphere. Without fungi, these recycling activities would be seriously reduced, and we would have a lot more decaying material around our feet.

They are important directly as food for us, with many edible mushroom species grown and harvested for sale and some mushrooms and truffles considered as delicacies. While mushrooms aren’t a large proportion of what we eat day to day, fungi are also widely used in the production of many other foods and drinks

Crimson Waxcap

Fabulous Fungi

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such as cheeses, beer and wine, and bread.

Fungi are also vitally important for the good growth of most plants and crops. In 1885, German biologist Albert Bernard Frank coined the word “mycorrhiza” to describe this symbiotic relationship in which fungus grows around plant roots.

This gives the plants greater access to water and minerals such as phosphorus and nitrogen and even increases their immunity. In exchange, the plant provides carbohydrates and other nutrients to the fungi.

Dorset Wildlife Trust manages many nature reserves to support and benefit all kinds of wildlife, including fungi. In west Dorset, Kingcombe Meadows and Powerstock are some of the best places in England to find fungi species, many of them rare, all of them beautiful. The huge variation in geology and plant life at Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve ensures a variety of habitats which allows for a larger variety of fungus species than one would expect in a few hundred acres.

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Famous Words

Do you know who uttered these famous words?

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If life were predictable it would cease to be life, and be without flavor.

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.

Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans.

5 Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people's thinking.

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"Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier."

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“If you look at what you have in life, you'll always have more. If you look at what you don't have in life, you'll never have enough.”

8 7 The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.

"When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on."

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Dear Local Resident, All of the advertisers on this Christmas Greetings page would like to sincerely thank you for your support throughout this incredibly trying year. As a result of your continued calls and bookings these companies are doing well and continue to be here for us. Thank you for being there.

Here at Dorset Publications, with our very loyal advertisers we would like to thank you for your support of our wonderful magazines. To say “Thank you” in return we are donating 25% of the proceeds from these pages to Julia’s House Children’s Hospice. We are grateful to the staff and many volunteers who help this great cause!

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The Adventures of Daichi

The Dorset Directories Camper Van What incredible times. We do hope you are safe, well and are still smiling despite anything that maybe happening around you. Daichi highly recommends switching the news off for a whole week and doing things that make you happy.

Here, the intention is to make you smile, give you ideas of places to visit (if we can now…), and things to do, that are simple, honest family fun.

Hopefully, it is a light relief. So here we go…

Daichi managed to sneak us back to that coastal village I so wanted to see when we were in Devon in the summer. This time it was October half term, so just before the second Lockdown. In August we had stayed in Bovisand on the other side of The Sound, that deep inlet of sea near Plymouth. While we were there, I looked daily across the blue expanse of water to a curious, small village with a beach. I was fascinated and told Daichi that was where I wanted to go next.

He was straight on the case and found a little cottage in Kingsand perfect for the three of us: myself, Stephen and Hayden our son. I have to say I was not sure if Hayden would come this time. He had plans with friends and now at the grand old age of nearly seventeen I feel very privileged that he still likes to get away as much as we do and enjoy our English ‘escapes’. Off we set. Daichi was certainly all smiles, engine roaring and lights aglow.

Volcanic rock formations at Kingsand

Cawsand beach Cawsand and Kingsand are twin villages situated in Cornwall, right on the border with Devon. It is difficult to know where one village ends and the other one starts. For me they are idyllic.

Crashing waves literally hit the walls of the houses which line the streets on one side and the beach immediately on the other. Situated on the Rame Peninsula with a very small population I could definitely live there. Not only are there terrific sea views, but the villages are nestled in Mount Edgcumbe Country Park with 865 acres of beautiful forestry and parkland, ideal for walking.

It is a haven for dog lovers, walkers, children and simple adults like us. I am not so sure about rather large campervans in brightly coloured Kimonos though! Boy did Daichi have to breath in when navigating those cobbled, winding lanes.

Sharp bends and stone walls, which look amazing, are not necessarily good for metal bodies. Daichi was lucky and decided to spend his time in the very safe car park.

We had taken the chain ferry at Torpoint at the mouth of the River Tamar to get there. These crossings started right back in 1790 and now have 3 ferries running every day of the year, including Christmas Day. There is nothing like going on a ferry to know you are really going away! Some of us may have missed holidays abroad recently, but you can’t beat a good old English get-away.

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29 The weather of course was very mixed (it was late October after all) with some wind and rain and then one day of a wonderful, mysterious sea-roke which enveloped the cliffs and the houses. Long thick fingers of fog and mist creeping around everything in its midst. I was brought up in the North, so this is very real to me and I love a bit of atmosphere. I think Daichi was ok in his safe place, the car park…

Mid-week we took a trip to Whitsand Bay. What incredible chalets there are here! Scattered literally all over the cliffs from the bottom of the bay almost on the beach, right to the top of the overhanging cliffs. What fantastic views over a never-ending expanse of dramatic looking waters.

Speaking to the owner of the very welcoming Cliff Top Café, we were told that the chalets had once, and not that long ago, cost £20,000 each but now sell for over £350,000! We wished we had seen them earlier… They are not large and some look more modern than others, but I think you are paying for the ‘pitch’! The day we arrived the sea was totally white. Torrenting waves were pounding on the beach and the unforgiving rocks.

We took a walk right down to the front where the RNLI Lifeguards had a station, ready for any problems. We took many photos and videos of the thundering waves and the spectacular scenery. All smiling. Nature really is beautiful and there is something which excites the soul on mesmerizing days like this.

After all that excitement we needed a meal and a drink to calm us down and take in the night sea air. Our favourite café had become The Bay, Bar & Restaurant in Cawsand. Right on the sea

Waves crashing against the shore

Chalet overlooking Whitsand Bay front it was perfect for a coffee and a piece of cake, or indeed a full candle-lit evening meal. One lunchtime I had a whole mackerel (head and all) on a bed of salad. You really can tell I am from the North, can’t you? I am definitely my father’s daughter, even if I have lived in the South since I was twenty two… just a “couple” of years ago.

Now now…

The whole week was really relaxing. One day walking along The South West Coast Path (we did not quite manage all 630 miles of it…) we discovered Pier Cellars, the old torpedo development and testing station. Steeped in history and built in 1888/1889 it had a certain ‘mood’ about it. It is not open to the public, now owned by the MOD and used by HMS Raleigh for training purposes, but looking through the wire fencing I don’t think I wanted to take it any further anyway… Great to see and a bit of our history to set the old ‘grey matter’ thinking. I was pleased to get back to the luscious greenery and still blue waters from on high, on the hills this day.

There’s lots more I can say but I am limited with space – you may be relieved. The pink rocks on the beach at Kingsand were fascinating. I am no geologist, but this is volcanic lava apparently! How exciting is that?

So Daichi, another great family trip. Hayden did not quite manage to get his board out this time, though you carried it all the way to Cornwall for him, just in case. It just wasn’t quite the weather this time, but boy did we enjoy watching those gigantean waves thrashing the shores. Where will Daichi take us next… I wonder?

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Community News

Parkstone Detachment: Dorset Army Cadet Force What have you done since March?

Our Cadets have achieved amazing things!

All face to face training has been suspended since March due to the current Covid-19 situation however, this has not stopped us from being active.

Parkstone in accompaniment with Rossmore and Christchurch Detachments held a ‘Virtual’ Remembrance Parade.

Despite all parades being cancelled, it was imperative to keep the ACF flame alive and continue honouring those who made sacrafices for us to be here today.

The parade started with a discussion on what Rememberance means to those in attendance followed by a viewing of the Dorset ACF Virtual Rememberance video produced by the PRO, Lt Elsson and concluded with the two minute silence.

Corporal Ella McAlister added “This was my last Rememberance Parade and I’m glad that we could still mark the occasion” SSI Ross Wheeler-Clayton, the Detachment Commander of Parkstone added “Despite the suspension of face to face training, I thought an occasion such as this should not be missed especially as this year marks the 75th anniversary of both VE and VJ day and the 100th anniversary of the Unknown Warrior being laid to rest.

We will remember them.

Also this month, Cadet Morgan Cromwell raised £60 for the Royal British Legion’s (RBL) Poppy Appeal by selling poppy face masks to his family and neighbours.

Cromwell added “I wanted to help raise money this year as I knew the normal fundraising would be affected” SSI Ross Wheeler-Clayton also added “Cadet Cromwell has done very well raising

money for the Royal British Legion and the masks look very cool” The money raised through the Poppy Appeal goes directly to the RBL’s work providing life support to anyone who is currently serving in the British Armed Forces along with those who have previously served and their families.

Brilliant effort, well done Cadet Cromwell.

Want to join us?

The ACF will provide you with a FREE uniform and there are NO weekly fees, you just need to be aged 12-17 years old!

We parade on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:15pm-9:30pm on Weymouth Road, Parkstone, BH14 0DS. Email Ross Wheeler-Clayton for more information on 7329wheele@armymail. mod.uk I would like to thank the Publishers of The Poole Directory for giving me the opportunity to share the news about Parkstone Detachment, Army Cadet Force.

SSI Wheeler-Clayton, Detachment Commander

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Coming to Bournemouth Pavilion this December

Follow Santa and his elves in a heart-warming story as they bring you a Christmas spectacle like no other. Covid safety precautions are being put in place throughout the venue to keep our audiences safe while they enjoy Christmas classics, musical showstoppers and stunning costumes. This cracker of a family show will leave you full of festive spirit.

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Broadview help new restaurant to create al-fresco dining area A new restaurant in Broadstone has been given a continental-style appearance with the addition of a new al-fresco dining area thanks to Poole-based company Broadview Shading Solutions.

To increase covers and oer social distancing during the current climate, Whittles Restaurant & Bar approached Broadview to advise them on the best way to create a sheltered outside dining space that could be used in all weathers.

Broadview advised on three new awnings, manufactured by Brustor, and a branded Uhlmann umbrella with its very own lighting system. Remote control operation means the awnings can be quickly and easily extended or tucked neatly away depending on the weather.

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Food & Drink

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Tastes so good...

Mulled Wine

An easy mulled wine recipe for the festive season, brimming with Christmassy spice. Don't bother with expensive wine - a cheap red will work beautifully and no one will ever know the difference!

Eat, Drink and be merry!

Ingredients for 4- 6 servings 1 bottle dry red wine 2 (5cm) cinnamon sticks 1 dessertspoon whole cloves 1 dessertspoon whole allspice 1 large piece orange rind (avoid the pith) 1 large piece lemon rind (avoid the pith) 2-4 tablespoons demerara sugar, (or to taste)

Preparation time: less than 30 mins Cooking time: less than 10 mins Serves: 4- 6 adults

Method

Pour the wine into a heavy saucepan over medium heat, and add the cinnamon, cloves, allspice, lemon rind and orange rind.

Heat gently, but don't bring to the boil. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the sugar, and once dissolved, taste to see if you'd like the wine sweeter and add more if so (take care not to burn your mouth as this will be hot!).

Keep hot on medium to low heat for 20 minutes to let the avours infuse the wine.

Strain your mulled wine into heatproof glasses or mugs and serve at once, perhaps accompanied by mince pies or just enjoy by the ďŹ reside.

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Index of advertisers

Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...

Blinds & Awnings Broadview Shading Solutions...... 40 Hillarys Blinds.............................. 22 Just Shutters................................ 19 Builders Kore Building............................... 19 Purbeck Home Improvements...... 1 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 32 Carpets & Flooring Kingsland Carpets........................ 32 Community News Adventures of Daichi................... 28 Christmas Spectacular................. 36 Dorset Quirky Facts...................... 8 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Fascinating Fungi...................... 14 John Thorton Young Achievers Foundation................ 6 Last Post Dates............................ 38 Parkstone Army Cadets............... 34 Tastes so good: Mulled Wine....... 44 Computer Services PCs Made Simple......................... 12 Digital Marketing Services Mike’s Online Academy............... 38 Draininge Services All Drains Cleared........................ 39 Driveways County Block Paving.................... 15

Financial Services Responsible Equity Release.......... 24 Fitted Furniture Snugg Fitted Furniture................. 18 Food & Drink Custom Lunches........................... 12 Dorset Ginger.............................. 26 Garage Doors Garolla......................................... 32 Skandoor....................................... 5 Garage Services MTS Motors................................. 37 ReversePark............................23, 30 Garden Services United Fencing Supplies................ 2 Home Care Services Klass Care.................................... 38 Promedica24............................... 41 Hot Tub Hire Happy Dayz Hot Tub Hire............. 45 Locksmiths Keytek.......................................... 43 Loft Ladder Installations Loft Services................................. 24 Markets Bournemouth & Poole Market..... 15 Office Supplies Ace Office.................................... 43

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