The Southbourne Link - July 2017

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In this issue: The Emergency Services Family Fun Day 2017 New Orchard Garden opened at Royal Bournemouth Hospital Avonbourne School Head Girls help young homeless people Knoticat continues to set sail thanks to Talbot Village Trust Adventures of Nellie

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Almanac

Garden Specialists Established 35 years

A Professional Gardener

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Hedges, Shrubs, Trees Shaped & Pruned Tree Surgery & Felling

Landscaping & Garden Maintenance

Weed Control & Clearance

01202 246939 07812 730397 25 Sunnyhill Rd, Southbourne, BH6 5HR

KathGoward

interior painter Local Female Painter Free Estimates Fully Insured

All interior and exterior decorating undertaken For a free estimate call

Tel: 07771 711049 Kath - Interior Painter Email: kath.paint@hotmail.co.uk

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The sun has finally come back… let’s see how long it lasts. Are we all ready for a good summer with hopefully the chance to sit on our wonderful beaches? We have a trip to Cornwall planned in August with Hayden taking part in another Surf Life Saving competition on the beach which we are really looking forward to. In the meantime, his training at Branksome is a great excuse for a cuppa on the sand. Last month Nellie, the Dorset Directories Campervan, said “Goodbye” as we flew to America to say “Hello” to Mickey! What a great trip that was. Do have a read.

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This month we had a student from Bournemouth School for Girls come for a work experience week with us. Megan Dixon, who is keen to work in fashion and Telephone: design as a journalist, was a joy to work with. More 01202 894397 than capable of getting on with the task at hand we got her to do an interview and an article on the advantages Email: of sewing. You can read her very proficient write-up on info@southbournelink.co.uk page 44. Megan also compiled the “What’s on” page Copy deadline for the which will hopefully inspire you to get out and about August 2017 edition: this summertime and support the local activities in and 10th July 2017 around this area. Well done to Megan! We wish you Disclaimer: Whilst every care has much luck in the future.

Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Directories Ltd

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Stephen, Hayden and myself wish you a fantastic month of July.

Best Wishes,

Debbie & Stephen Corney

Useful Numbers Local Police Southern Electricity Transco Gas Emergency Bournemouth Hospital

101 08457 708090 0800 111999 01202 303626

Train Enquires Bournemouth Council Bournemouth Water Southbourne Library

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Give your feet a treat!

102 Watcombe Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 5LP

20% SALE

Ends July 31st Genuine Every single product and every style in our range (QUOTE REF SUMMER2017)

Examples of how we can help: • Simple Nail Cutting & Nail care • Ingrowing Toe Nails and Surgery • Corns and Callus • Fungal Infections and Athlete’s Foot • Neurological and Vascular Assessment • Disabled Access

To offer honest and practical advice, to deliver quality products and to put the needs of our customers first

HOME and REST HOME VISITS AVAILABLE Telephone: 01202 246811 or 07775 911415 ALL TREATMENTS AVAILABLE AT REASONABLE RATES SPECIALIST TREATMENT for DIABETES and ARTHRITIS www.watcombefootclinic.co.uk Julie Anne Smith D.Pod.M., M.Ch.S. HCPC Registered Chiropodist/Podiatrist Email: enquiries@watcombefootclinic.co.uk

We believe that by offering a good service, as well as a leading range of products, we will continue to build a growing list of happy customers into a successful business for today and tomorrow

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Where can you still find a local optician who will see you personally and look after your eye care needs from the sight test to dispense?  Where will you be sure to be seen by the same optician every time, who cares about offering you a service, and who won’t be happy until you are completely happy?  That will be BOURNEMOUTH VISION CENTRE, where Mr Bernie Dexter has been looking after the eyes of the Southbourne community for the past 30 years.  Our receptionists are chosen for their warmth and empathy.  They are trained to help you to choose just the right frame for you.  Mr Dexter has over 40 years of experience as an optometrist, and through extensive ongoing training is up to date with all the advancements in modern eye care.  We operate a price match policy.  The health of your eyes is our concern Find us at 63 Southbourne Grove, BH6 3QU or call us on

01202 424491

FREE trial of the latest hearing aids.

Today’s hearing aids are discreet, easy to use and sound more natural than ever before. Here is your opportunity to hear the difference they can make.

July/August TRIAL OFFER – no cost, no risk Try it – We fit you with the latest Unitron Moxi trial hearing aids at your first visit.

There is no fee or hidden obligation.

Wear it – You wear the hearing aids home to try in your day-to-day life – at work, home and play.

Love it – At the end of the trial period, you decide if you love the benefits of wearing the hearing aids. If not, simply return them and there will be nothing to pay.

Call us today on 01202 478881

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www.clarity-solutions.com 45 High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AS (01202) 478881 2 St. Stephens Lane, Verwood, BH31 7BQ (01202) 820638

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Let us help you to hear better in 2017.

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Get fit for Summer!

Zumba 6:10-6:55pm Metafit 7:00-7:30pm Classes every Tuesday evening

Zumba is a Latin inspired cardio dance workout, the perfect combination of fun and fitness; providing a workout for the whole body.

Metafit is a high intensity workout with interval style training designed to keep your body burning calories long after your training session is complete.

Zumba £5 Metafit £5 Zumba & Metafit back to back £7.50 At SHOKK Studio (above Sainsburys) 46/48 Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth, BH6 3RB Friendly atmostphere. All levels welcome.

Contact Laura on 07492 414515 Email: laurakpersonaltraining@yahoo.com Facebook: Laura Kardasinski Personal Training

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First World War Memorial at All Saints Church, Southbourne Horace William Strange

Horace William Strange was the son of Thomas and Emma Strange and lived at 108 Paisley Road, Southbourne. He was a painter and paper hanger by trade and enlisted aged 20 as a private in the First Battalion, Wiltshire Regiment.

The Wiltshire Regiment was part of the first British Expeditionary Force (BEF) who landed at Rouen, France on August 14th 1914. Just one week later, on August 22nd, Horace saw his first action at the Battle of Mons. Horace had a long war in Flanders seeing, among many others, the first and second Battle of Ypres. By June 1917 the Germans were holding Messines Ridge, the strongest position they held on their line. As the third Battle of Ypres (Passchendaele) approached the allies planned an assault on the ridge to weaken the enemy before engaging at Passchendaele.

The attack was planned and prepared over many weeks.

British Expeditionary Force sappers and engineers secretly laid 23 underground explosive charges amounting to 454 tonnes of ammonal and gun cotton in tunnels beneath the German lines on Messines Ridge.

The evening before the attack General Sir Charles Harrington, Chief of Staff of the 2nd Army boasted ‘gentlemen we may not make history tomorrow but we shall certainly change the geography’.

The battle target date was June 7th and zero hour for detonation was 3.10am. Before zero hour it was silent on the ridge for the first time in weeks. After detonation 80,000 infantrymen were prepared to attack and bombard the ridge.

It began suddenly when British sappers detonated 19 of the 23 mines under the German lines. The resulting explosion was so great that it caused rumbles heard in London and 10 Downing Street. When the mines exploded the inferno lasted 19 seconds. The sound of the blast was thought to be the loudest man made sound in history and was heard as far away as Dublin.

‘Suddenly at dawn, as a signal for all of our guns to open fire, there rose out of the dark ridge of Messines and that ill formed Hill 60, enormous volumes of scarlet flame throwing up high towers of earth and smoke all lighted by flame, spilling over into fountains of fierce colour so that many of our soldiers waiting for the assault were thrown to the ground. The

German troops were stunned, dazed, horror stricken if they were not killed outright’ (Sir Philip Gibbs).

‘Our trench rocked like a ship in a strong sea and it seemed as if the very earth had been rent asunder’ (Private Albert Johnson).

It was estimated that 10,000 German soldiers died in the explosions that left an area of destruction twice the size of the largest crater which had a diameter of 76 metres and a depth of 12 metres.

The blast also shocked and concussed hundreds of British troops waiting to go over the top. As the rest of the British troops took advantage of the surprise attack to go over the top Horace William Strange died, possibly as a result of the explosions, on June 7th 1917, aged 23 The Battle of Messine marked the zenith of tunnel warfare and was regarded as the most successful operation of the war but it left a terrible legacy. For different reasons six mines were not used in the detonation. The biggest was planted under an abandoned farm called La Petite Douve where it remains today. La Douve was eventually rebuilt by its original owners and renamed La Basse Cour. The huge mine is buried under the barn next to the farmhouse, waiting...

Researched and written by Alice Miller

All Saints Church, Castlemain Avenue, Southbourne Priest in Charge: Rev Mike Powis www.allsaintschurchsouthbourne.org www.allsaintsww1.wordpress.com

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ADVERTORIAL

Cloudy2Clear Announce Trusted Trader Partnership Consumer champions Which? have now joined the thousands of customers who recognise that Cloudy2Clear Windows really are a business that you can TRUST. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has received the coveted ‘Which Trusted Trader’ status after going through a rigorous accreditation process entirely focussed on customer service.

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 6RXWKERXUQH area

DQG Panager 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.’

So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Justin a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!

Cloudy2Clear GUARANTEE All Customers That An Average Quote Will Take No Longer Than 20 Mins!!!

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14 Funerals are a subject that many of us try to avoid thinking or talking about. However, as funerals get ever more expensive it is a subject that increasingly we have to consider.

An average funeral today costs £3897 and it is forecast that in just five years time this will be approaching £6000.

In helping our clients to secure their funeral today the Funeral Directors Fees are guaranteed not to increase whenever the funeral is needed.

As independent funeral consultants we offer a range of funeral plans giving our clients the opportunity of selecting the funeral plan that best suits their wishes and, with a wide range of payment options, best suits their pocket.

By visiting people in their own home our discussions are private as well as confidential.

Finally a word from Barrie Smith of Oratu Consultancy: “During my two years of helping people plan their funerals the greatest pleasure I get is to be told, time and time again, of the relief our clients feel at having planned their funerals.”

Why do people like you ask for my help to secure their pre-paid funeral?

• To ensure they select the funeral that is right for them • For peace of mind • To secure their funeral at today’s prices • To relieve loved ones worry • My expertise and experience, which is free for my clients

If you feel I can help - do get in touch Barrie Smith, Independent Funeral Consultant

T: 01202 522911 M: 07899 951163 barrie.j.smith@oratu.co.uk

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Magical Marvellous Meadows Summer is an exciting time of year for us to enjoy wildlife at its best. Whether it’s in our gardens, or adorning our landscapes, the smells, colours and sounds of summer wildlife are finally all around us. One habitat which springs to mind is the wildflower meadow, full of orchids, oxeye daisy’s and lush green grassland. There is no other wildlife spectacle like it.

For many species of wildlife, there’s no better habitat than that of a wildflower meadow – the pollen rich plants are buzzing with bees and butterflies, hares and dormice have made their homes there, and let’s not forget the wildflowers themselves: crested dog’s-tail, devil’s bit-scabious and yellow rattle are just a few of the species you can expect to see in a healthy wildflower meadow.

But sadly, wildflower meadows are in decline.

Development and intensive farming are just some of the factors which have led to the loss of nearly 97% of wildflower meadows since WW2.

Alongside this, pollinators have also decreased in numbers due to their loss of habitat. Did you know that one in every three of the mouthfuls of food we take, is thanks to pollination taking place?

One project to try and reverse the decline of wildflower meadows has been led by HRH the Prince of Wales, called ‘Coronation Meadows’.

To mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s Coronation in 2013, 60 wildflower meadows in the UK were selected to take seeds from to restore and create new meadows. Lady’s Mead meadow in DWT’s Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve (near Dorchester) is one of the meadows selected and its seed has already started supporting the growth of other meadows in the county. In May this year, we were delighted to receive a visit from HRH Prince of Wales to Lady’s Mead, which was buzzing with wildlife.

HRH Prince Charles visiting Lady’s Mead Photo: Katharine Davies

Meadows may look ‘wild’ but in fact these open areas of grassland are carefully managed havens for wildlife. They support a complex and intricate ecosystem with hundreds of species of flora and fauna, which are a joy for us to see and walk through in the summer.

Dorset Wildlife Trust has launched an appeal to help ensure that its internationally important wildlife haven, Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve, and the educational facility at the nearby Kingcombe Centre, can thrive for the next 30 years. To find out more and donate visit: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ helpkingcombe.

Find out more about the Kingcombe Centre and nature reserve at: www.kingcombe.org.

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Dorset foodies rejoice as new restaurant No.34 officially launches New Bournemouth restaurant No.34 officially opened its doors to the public last night, offering Dorset foodies a taste of elegant Michelin-star cooking.

No.34 boasts a high quality menu created by celebrated Michelin-starred Head Chef Jean Gysemans, famous for his creative use of seasonal and local ingredients. The evening kicked off in style with an elegant summer-themed drinks reception where guests were served the delicious bespoke No.34 Bellini which was perfectly paired with music from local rising star Lee RasdallDove.

Catering for a wide range of dietary requirements, dishes included starters of home-made local game terrine and a local Dorset crab dish, aptly-named ‘1,000 Leaves of Crab’.

Delicious entrees comprised of a fresh Fregola Sarda with artichokes, tomatoes, peas, broad beans, basil and pecorino cheese and a sumptuous slow roast belly of pork served with cavalo nero and apple and cider sauce.

To finish, a range of deserts included an elegant blackcurrant and hibiscus cheesecake and a strawberry and rhubarb compote served with pistachio sponge and pistachio ice cream.

In addition, guests sampled a selection of exclusive wines from the extensive wine list, chosen to

perfectly accompany the first class food.

The simple yet stylish menu was complemented by the striking restaurant interior itself. Designed by Sue Freeman, the renowned London based interior designer responsible for creating interiors for 5 Star restaurants across the world.

Christina Joannides, operations manager of No.34 comments on the success of the evening: “We’re thrilled with the success of the launch and delighted to join the vibrant Dorset foodie scene. The location of No.34 is ideal for those visiting Bournemouth and it’s also perfect for locals looking to sample a taste of gastronomical excellence from our Michelin-starred chef Jean Gysemans and his talented team.”

Head Chef Jean Gysemans comments further: “I’m immensely proud to lead the team of chefs at No.34. Dorset offers an exciting range of local produce such as fresh seafood, vegetables, cheeses and meats which I am proud to use in our kitchen.

I hope patrons will enjoy sampling our menu as much as we did creating it.”

The restaurant is open seven days a week from 6.30pm to 9.30pm and it will be open for lunch from June 22nd onwards between 12pm and 2.30pm each day, with car parking available onsite.

For more information, call 01202 553737 or go to www.no34restaurant.co.uk.

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Introducing... Solent Estate Agents Great news for landlords and tenants in the Southbourne area. Solent Estate Agents – Southbourne’s local selected member of the Guild Of Professional Estate Agents, with over 800 associated offices across the county – have just opened a new lettings department in their high profile office in Tuckton. And to celebrate, they’re offering new landlord clients a very special deal on management fees!

Headed by Paul Neville-Jones, the new dedicated lettings team focuses on advising local landlords looking to bring new properties into the rental sector, and finding high quality tenants for them.

“All too often, the story in the lettings sector is one of indifferent service,” says Paul Neville-Jones Director of Solent Estate Agents.

“But thanks to knowledge of the industry and with over 25 years assisting landlords we really are on hand to pass our knowledge onto both new landlords and seasoned landlords alike.”

An example of Solent Estate Agents commitment to setting new standards in service excellence is their unique Rent Assured scheme, he explains, “A lot of firms claim to

offer some sort of rent guarantee, but these are invariably just insurance schemes. At Solent Estate Agents, we underwrite the scheme ourselves. In other words, we actually put our own money where our mouth is – and if the tenant doesn’t pay, we will!”

To celebrate the opening of their new Lettings Department, Solent Estate Agents are offering all new landlords registering with them and signing up until September 2017 the equivalent of six months free management.

So, whether you’re planning to let, or looking for a property to rent in and around Southbourne, best head for Solent Estate Agents new lettings department at 174 Tuckton Road, Southbourne, BH6 3JX or contact them on 01202 418294 – and discover what real quality service feels like!

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What’s On in Dorset - July/August 2017 14th – 16th July

Swanage Jazz Festival Swanage Come and enjoy a range of well-known jazz names whilst relaxing with family and friends at the 28th and final Swanage Jazz Festival www.swanagejazz.org

15th & 16th July

Classics at the Castle Sherborne Castle A fantastic weekend of events and displays including motor club stands, motor trade stands, autojumble, craft fair and a quality Classic & Supercar auction as well fun activities for the whole family www.classicsatthecastle.co.uk

16th July

Poole Vintage Day Poole Quay Poole goes Vintage, live vintage music, classic cars, military vehicles, dancing displays and tutorials, vintage themed fashion show and a vintage market with lots more besides!

Bournemouth Pier to Pier Swim Bournemouth to Boscombe Pier Join thousands of other supporters on the Pier to Pier Swim as you brave the English Channel in this incredible 1.4-mile open water challenge whilst raising funds and awareness for the British Heart Foundation.

27th - 30th July

Camp Bestival Lulworth Castle & Park

Live music, comedy, theatre shows and activities. This year the line-up includes Mark Ronson, Louisa Johnson, Anne-Marie and All Saints. www.campbestival.net

28th - 29th July & 4th - 5th August

Bournemouth Dancing Terraces Pavilion Dance Terrace Fun, free outdoor dance classes for all ages and abilities with styles such as Salsa, Ceilidh, Dance Club Fit, Street Dance and 1940s Social Dance. www.bic.co.uk

29th July - 5th August

Swanage Carnival Swanage Swanage will be radiating to the sound, fun and excitement of the annual Regatta & Carnival, the South Coast’s Premier event.

This ‘must do’ attraction has so much to offer everyone, from the magnificent two mile carnival procession, vibrant with dance, sound and colour, to the beat of live bands playing in the carnival marquee. www.swanagecarnival.com

2nd August

Meet Peppa Pig! 10:15, 115, 1:00, 2:00 & 3:45 Adventure Wonderland Merritown Lane, Hurn, Christchurch Peppa Pig is returning to Adventure Wonderland to meet & greet her fans so make sure you bring your camera along. Remember to mind out for muddy puddles! www.adventurewonderland.co.uk

4th, 11th, 18th & 25th August

Bournemouth Friday Fireworks Bournemouth Pier Approach Be prepared to be dazzled by the Bournemouth Firework display. Starting at 10pm from Bournemouth Pier, we know you’ll love watching the skies light up!

18th August

Luna Cinema showing of La La Land Bournemouth Pier Approach Enjoy This Hollywood Musical whilst relaxing in a beautiful outdoor setting with the sound of the sea just a few metres away. Other movies on offer include: The Goonies and Notting Hill www.thelunacinema.com

9th September

Monkey World 30th Anniversary Party 7:30 pm until midnight Monkey World, Longthorns, Wareham A celebration of 30 years of primate rescue, welfare and conservation with live music and fantastic food - book now to avoid disappointment www.monkeyworld.org

9th - 10th September

23rd August

Poole Thai Festival Baiter (Harbourside) Park, Poole Treat yourself to a weekend of wonder and feel a touch of Thai culture, where you can challenge your taste buds and feast your eyes on world class food and performances. www.magicofthailand.co.uk

31st August - 3rd September

Family Camping Weekend on Brownsea Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour Enjoy a family adventure on Brownsea Island.

Come along and take part in camping, a bbq, a night-time sing-song and optional outdoor activities. Tents, dinner and breakfast provided (self-catering option available). www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island

Candlelight Procession 7:30pm Bournemouth Lower Gardens Join in with the lighting of thousands of candles in coloured glass jars. Watch the Lower Gardens transform into a magical, candlelit kingdom during one of Bournemouth’s oldest and most enduring traditions.

Bournemouth Air Festival Bournemouth Seafront The UK’s biggest air festival is an unmissable weekend of wonder: in the air, on land and at sea. Bournemouth will be hosting incredible air displays, on the ground action and evening entertainment. Setting the festival Bournemouth aside from other air shows, when the sun goes down, Night Air entertainment will light up the with pyrotechnic night flying, street entertainment, awesome live music and military performances. A free to attend event, the Bournemouth Air Festival is a must-visit! www.bournemouthair.com

20th May – 10th September

Pine Walk Art Exhibition Pine Walk, Lower Gardens, Bournemouth Situated in the Lower Gardens in the very heart of the town, this relaxing, slow paced stroll is a feast for the eyes. There is a delightful display of paintings exhibited by the artists themselves who are on hand to discuss their work with you.

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Bournemouth Hospital Charity are proud to celebrate the official opening of the Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s beautiful new Orchard Garden with a special ceremony A host of fundraisers, special guests and Hospital staff were in attendance to celebrate the Orchard Garden project’s completion, as patient and fundraiser Mr Theo Iakimov cut the ribbon to officially declare the new development open.

Designed to provide a tranquil area of relaxation and beauty for patients, visitors and staff, the Orchard Garden project has transformed the previously unused and unattractive courtyard in between the Hospital’s Jigsaw Building and Pathology Department.

The area now features a therapeutic courtyard garden linked by a sensory garden walkway to the Hospital lake, where a newly constructed wooden deck – designed to be fully accessible – offers an area of peaceful retreat overlooking the water.

Today’s celebration event is a culmination of over two years of fundraising, with hundreds of local people, community groups and businesses having donated towards the £160,000 of funding needed to complete the project.

The garden was significantly supported

by Dorset Cancer Care Foundation – who administered a legacy from the late Betty Hyam – as well as the Tesco ‘Bags of Help’ programme that contributed £12,000 after local Tesco shoppers voted to back the project at the checkouts.

Touchingly, over £35,000 of the total was donated in-memory of former patients who were never able to enjoy the benefits of the Garden but who received treatment during its construction.

Alongside Mr Iakimov, Dr Helen McCarthy,

Consultant Haematologist and Paula Shobbrook, Director of Nursing and Midwifery, shared the honour of cutting the ribbon to formally open the new Orchard Garden.

The Mayor and Mayoress of Bournemouth, Cllr. Lawrence Williams and Mrs. Elaine Williams were also in attendance.

Dr McCarthy believes it will help improve the experience of inpatients during their stay in the Hospital.

“A patient’s environment is a vital element to therapy and can have a really positive impact on their experience at what can be a frightening and difficult time of their lives,” says Dr McCarthy.

“Patients value a tranquil space to retreat to between treatments and the new Orchard Garden will provide this.”

Work began on the Orchard Garden project developments in June 2016 and was completed in early 2017.

Theo Iakimov, Dr Helen McCarthy, Paula Shobbrook and Bournemouth Hospital Charity’s Debbie Anderson formally declare the Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s Orchard Garden open

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The Adventures of Nellie The Dorset Directories Camper Van Nellie booked us tickets to go to Disney World in Florida! Obviously Nellie would have loved to come with us and knows how I have wanted to take Hayden to Disney for a long time, but despite the fact that she loves to travel, Florida was just not possible for her. Nervously she waved us “Goodbye” on Sunday 28th May. Now I say that, as on Saturday 27th May there were NO British Airways flights flying anywhere in the world.

We were booked with BA. A computer glitch. Wow that is quite something. Me and Nellie were definitely anxious. After all we had waited years for this chance and now… well it wasn’t bear thinking of. Several hours of ‘on the edge’ waiting and then, late in the evening Stephen was able to get the all important boarding cards on the internet!

Some relief, but I was not entirely convinced.

I think I did get some sleep, but…

Arriving at the airport, there were queues and queues of people with lots of luggage.

We had hand luggage only. A trick we learned a couple of years ago. It saves a lot of ‘concerned eagerness’ at the conveyor belt, wondering if YOUR bag will ever come out! Ever had the feeling? It does mean I cannot take 16 pairs of shoes and 30 different outfits for a week, but Stephen is rather pleased about that. The toiletries are limited too, but again it saves hours of time in the evening in front of the mirror applying 20 different creams. Do they really work or is it all an illusion to make us feel better?

Anyway, having booked the valet service where the company literally greets you in the multi storey car park on arrival, takes your car away for the week and brings it back to you as soon as you land (a service we highly recommend and is nowhere near

Amazing shows at Cinderella’s Castle as expensive as you might think), we then walked straight on through. Really, no stops whatsoever, straight to the gates. We were very lucky! Now we could relax and enjoy ourselves.

We loved Disney! Staying at a resort some ten minutes drive away made it easy to get there. Taxis were the trouble free option for us, no worry of driving, no $20 parking fees per day on top of expensive car hire costs, on top of the petrol, on top of the ‘extra’ insurance fees. We are all for an easy life.

Can you see that! Nellie had it all sorted for us.We had booked tickets for the parks themselves on the internet in England before leaving. This turned out to be a good decision. They were not cheap, but at $119 per day per person per park, this ticket was good value. It also gave us the Memory Maker photos which were priced at $168 as well as $20 each to spend at Planet Hollywood which we found at Hollywood Disney. We bought a tee shirt each.

In addition to that we were able to book three fast track passes per day before we even set off! That turned out to be a real bonus. No waiting for three rides per day! In fact once those three fast passes were used

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Going in June was also an intelligent choice as the weather is good, but not totally humid and the American children were not all off school yet. I think the park in August would be a bit too much for me. The storms were just starting and the show at Epcot in the evening was quite spectacular with the back drop of lightening as well as the fireworks!

It all added to the atmosphere.

Fast and furious on the rock ‘n’ roller coaster

In seven days we visited 5 Disney Parks and walked around 200,000 steps according to our phone! Typically British, we wanted to get our money’s worth. The first day we visited Magic Kingdom. Fantastic. It is such a family, friendly, smiley place. I have to say that Hayden, nearly 14 is not so enamoured

by Mickey, whereas me, age 52 love him and Minnie! Am I on the slippery slope back to childhood I hear you say… No, just an ‘old adult’ who is young at heart! It is allowed. Well I tell Hayden that but like a lot of teenagers he is not convinced. The show there really was quite magical. Fireworks dancing off the castle showing movie clips and songs. Truly amazing.

“Expedition Everest - the Legend of the Forbidden Mountain” at this park too. A roller coaster that zooms you backwards in the dark, then forwards to overlook (at a huge height) the whole surrounding area below. Quite exhilarating, if you like that sort of thing… We did wait 2.5 hours to get on the new Pandora ride which had literally been opened at the beginning of that week. No fast track for that one. It was terrific though.

The walk through the trees all adorned as they are in the film “Avatar” is awe inspiring.

Once on the ride you fly through the air on the back on a Banshee (Dragon) at speed.

The graphics were out of this world and the wait was actually well worth it.

Epcot is incredible. Educational and fun.

Great food from all around the globe too.

The show in the evening on the water was just so aesthetic.

There was far more at Animal Kingdom that I had realised.

The Safari ride takes you through vegetation with Elephants, lions, alligators, giraffes, hippos and lots more. They all look well and are thriving. We were Troopers went down really thrilled by the roller coaster, a “storm”!

Hayden loved seeing the Storm Troopers at Disney Hollywood Studios. That made his week. For all those Star Wars fans, this is the place to go. Great rides and excellent shows including an Indiana Jones stunt show you can take part in.

Typhoon Lagoon was great. An enormous wave machine for Stephen and Hayden to dive into, a lazy river for me and family rafter rides for us to enjoy together. These are moments to remember.

Nellie would love to be part of Disney. Her fun loving exploits, her cheeky sense of humour. I think she would fit in well and she loved looking at all the photos as you can imagine. It is back to England this month… where will Nellie take us this time?

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Knoticat continues to set sail thanks to Talbot Village Trust Sports Forum for the Disabled has received funding of more than £14,000 from the grant giving charity, Talbot Village Trust, to carry out essential repairs on its 10 meter sailing catamaran.

The catamaran named Knoticat, has been owned and operated by the Sports Forum for the Disabled for the past 16 years and has been running for a total of 45 years.

The boat is used to give disabled members of the community and their carers the opportunity to experience sailing from Poole Harbour, out to Studland and along the Jurassic Coast. Knoticat sails (weather permitting) every weekday from April to September each year, and is free of charge for its disabled members.

After 16 years of service the funding received from the Trust was used to replace Knoticat’s engine and carry out required repairs to the boat’s saloon and mast.

New lifejackets were also purchased for passengers to wear when aboard the vessel.

Richard Monaghan, chairman and fundraiser of Sports Forum for the Disabled, said: ‘‘Without the continuous help of Talbot Village Trust over the 16 years we have been operating, we would

not have had the funds required to keep Knoticat running and give thousands of our disabled members the experience of going offshore sailing. ‘‘Everyone who works on the boat is a volunteer and our sailing trips are only made possible by the generosity of those who support us with donations. It is important to us that all money received goes towards keeping Knoticat on the water for our members to enjoy.’’

Russell Lucas Rowe, Trustee, added: ‘‘It is so fantastic to see all the members of Sports Forum for the Disabled continuing to experience the joys of sailing around our beautiful coastline. We are happy to have been given the chance to continue to help this unique cause.’’

Talbot Village Trust meets biannually, and will be accepting applications for funding from both previous and new applicants in the area before the Trustees meet again in November. For more information, go to Talbotvillagetrust.org. for more information.

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Avonbourne School Head Girls help young homeless people Avonbourne School Head Girls’ Team have raised over £400 and provided donations of food and toiletries to help young people affected by homelessness in Bournemouth.

Pupils Lauren Parrish, Ellie Watford, Beste Bektas and Isabel Hioco approached BCHA, the Bournemouth-based organisation that helps homeless and vulnerable people access the right housing, health, learning and work opportunities, because of its work with supporting young people locally. The girls choose the organisation as their Charity of the Year and supported them through a number of fundraising and awareness raising initiatives.

Ellie Watford said, “It is our generation who are going to inspire generosity, so why don’t we start now!”

Just before Christmas they generated hundreds of donations for BCHA’s young service users, such as food and toiletries, through the school

and also raised £400. The girls recently invited Daryl Gibbins, BCHA’s Project Leader for Bournemouth Young Peoples Accommodation Service, to the school where he was presented with a cheque and gave a talk on how the money will help BCHA support young homeless people.

Paul Tucker, Campaigns Manager at BCHA, said, “The girls approached us because they wanted to do something to help the young homeless people we support. They wanted to not only raise money and generate donations but also increase awareness at school about the plight of young homeless people in Bournemouth, especially as many are of a similar age. We are inspired by the school’s compassion and drive to help combat youth homelessness through BCHA, in such a positive and structured manner. We are extremely grateful to them.”

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On Your Plot Start them young

I was an incredibly picky eater as a child. I remember wanting to like tomatoes because they were such a lovely bright colour but still I wouldn’t eat them! It was only after my mother started growing them at home that I finally plucked one straight from the plant and popped it, warm from the sun, into my mouth - delicious!

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Keep harvesting those beans, peas and courgettes.

Sow Spring cabbage.

Lift onions (and garlic if it’s still in) and dry for storing over the winter. Plait and hang (or store in a string bag).

• Remember to feed your tomatoes.

• As crops go over use the free space for quick growing salad leaves or radishes.

• Peg down some of the runners from your strawberries to root into new plants. Remove the remainder.

Would you like to see your youngsters spending more time outdoors and get them eating healthy foods too? Then what better idea than to involve the kids in growing their own?

While we’d all love a string of willing, young, helpers on the vegetable plot you do have to be realistic. Children can have short attention spans, will only want to do the jobs that appeal to them, and usually expect quick results. Us adults on the other hand tend to be stuck in our ways, place great importance in doing things slowly and methodically and don’t usually take well to sudden changes of plan! So how can you encourage your little ones, without boring them out of the garden, or having them dig up your row of prize leeks?

If it is at all possible give children a space that is completely their own on the plot. Get hold of some good quality child size tools and encourage their attempts even if it isn’t quite what you’d have done - if digging holes and making mud pies is more in their line than neat rows of seedlings perhaps they could create a wildlife area? A shallow dish sunk into

the ground can be used by birds, frogs, toads and hedgehogs, and a log pile will be home to all sorts of insects plus providing a possible hedgehog home.

Giant sunflowers are great fun, especially if you have a growing competition, and wild flower seeds can just be scattered and will, in time, encourage useful insects and birds - natural pest control!

Keen young growers can browse seed packets or catalogues to see what takes their fancy. Quick growing crops are a good suggestion - radishes and salad leaves pop up in no time at all and should give them almost instant satisfaction! Sweet young carrots are likely to tempt even picky eaters, as are those lovely little cherry tomatoes. Popping peas out of their pods is very appealing and how about growing their own hideaway in the form of a lush green wigwam of peas or beans? They may not be keen on eating greens, but there is certainly a much better chance that they’ll be tempted to try something they’ve grown themselves.

Fruit, such as strawberries and raspberries is usually popular, and if you haven’t got any of your own planted yet you can always get them enthusiastic by having an afternoon out at the pick your own farm.

Ready grown plug plants can be good for helping them to set up an ‘instant’ plot - take a trip out to the garden centre to see what is on offer. If you already have seedlings started, then they could have the choice of some for their own plot (and you can see whose grows best!). Finally, don’t forget ‘indoor’ growing activities too - clean out the bottom half of a boiled egg and draw a face on it. Fill it with cotton wool soaked in water and sprinkle on some cress seeds - in just a few days the egg man will be growing hair and not only can they cut his hair but they can eat it too.

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Banana Loaf Cake

A delicious banana loaf that’s versatile enough to be served as breakfast, warm brunch or simply enjoyed with an afternoon cuppa.

Ingredients for 8 servings 4 medium sized ripe bananas 180g Whole Wheat flour 125ml Sunflower oil 125g Brown Sugar (amount can be adjusted to suit tastes) 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract ¼ tsp. Cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg powder (optional) 2 tbsp. sunflower seeds (optional) 1.5 tsp. Baking powder ½ tsp. Baking soda Pinch of salt

1. Preheat Oven to 180C. and lightly grease a loaf tin or rectangular cake

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2. Add the sugar and bananas to a mixing bowl and mash well until pureed.

3. Add the oil, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg to the bowl and stir well.

4. Into the bowl, sieve the flour with the baking powder, baking soda and salt.

5. Fold the dry ingredients carefully and evenly ensuring it is well blended.

6. Add sunflowers seeds if chosen and gently fold.

7. Tip the mixture into the greased pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until risen and a golden brown colour.

8. Remove the loaf when cooled from pan, slice and serve warm or cold.

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Make do and mend: the new trend “Everyone in my family could sew, however with varying degrees of ability. Mother made the dresses, I mended and my sister was a dab hand at the curtains.” My Nana recalls a time when a lack of money and resources gave rise to the make-do and mend culture.

Now it’s back again and doing the rounds, this time fresh-faced and with a much livelier attitude.

I spoke to Jane Scott, owner of the popular sewing hub aimed at getting everyone stitching, Make it Sew, to get her opinion on the trend. Jane explained how the popularity of upcycling was staggering with the number of customers doubling the clientele of her previous shop, 7 years ago.

A stitched wardrobe is unlike anything you will ever see on the street, full of individual vibrancy that is unique to the owner.

Clothes are an avenue of self-expression and the potential for a bespoke style is an exciting concept. A make do and mend attitude is a great one to have, for not only prolonging the life of your garments but also for opening up the possibility for upcycling charity shop finds. “We get clients asking for all sorts alterations, especially with the

popularity of vintage fashion, they find something in a charity shop with a material they like and with a few snips and changes we can turn it into their ideal garment.”

Jane has loved sewing and textiles since age 11 and explains “it’s more than just a passion – it’s an obsession!” Although she has never really made clothes for herself, she has always loved creating garments for other people, as well as, soft furnishings and curtains.

There was an open afternoon at the shop on the 1st July where customers could provide feedback and offer suggestions for new materials, haberdashery and classes that they would like to see available in the store. There will be classes running from September on different sewing techniques.

With the rise of vintage fashion and summer just around the corner, there’s never been a better time to drag the old sewing machine down from the attic and embark on your own sewing adventure.

By Megan Dixon You can find Make It Sew at 248 Barrack Road in Christchurch or contact Jane Scott on 01202 478047.

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Blinds & Shutters Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Inifiniti3........................................ 5 Tuscany Blinds............................. 23 Builders Ian Jones...................................... 14 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 38 Chimney Sweeps Oliver Chimney Sweeps................ 40 Chiropodists Karen Lewis-Fry........................... 41 Watcombe Foot Clinic................... 5 Chiropractors Paul Harris................................... 41 Community News Adventures of Nellie.................... 28 Avonbourne School Head Girls help young homeless people....... 32 Dorset Children’s Foundation Bond themed casino night........ 40 Dorset foodies rejoice as new No.34 restaurant opens............ 18 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Magical Marvellous Meadows... 16 Emergency Services Family Fun Day 2017............................ 12 Knoticat continues to set sail thanks to Talbot Village Trust....... 30 Make do and Mend: The new trend........................... 44 New Orchard Garden opened at Royal Bmth Hospital.............. 26 New Forest Show 2017................ 34 On your plot: Start them young....................... 36 Tastes so good: Banana Loaf Cake..................... 42 What’s On in Dorset.................... 24 World War One Memorial at All Saints Chuch..................... 8 Day Nurseries Head Starts Day Nursery.............. 9 Demolition & Asbestos Services Pro-Dem...................................... 33

Denture Services Dorset Denture Clinic................... 45

Painters & Decorators Kath Goward................................ 3

Drainage Services All Drains Cleared......................... 9 First Call Southern Services.......... 48

Pet Services “Muddy”ford Mutts...................... 9 Raw Nature................................. 40 Vida T.......................................... 27

Education Bournemouth Collegiate School.... 31 Electricians First Call Southern Services.......... 48 Entertainment Swing Unlimited Big Band........... 34 Estate & Letting Agents Powis Estate Agents.................... 43 Slades........................................... 7 Solent Estates.............................. 21 Funeral Planning Services Oratu........................................... 14 Garage Services Kimberley Garage........................ 45 Garden Services Almanac Garden Specialists......... 3 Health & Fitness Laura Kardasinski......................... 7 Vitality Spain............................... 23 Hearing Aids Clarity Hearing Solutions.............. 6 Hotels, Bars & Restaurants The Overcliff Pub......................... 37 Insulation Services FoamInstall.................................. 17

Plumbing & Heating Services First Call Southern Services.......... 48 Gas BoilerCare............................. 13 Pressure Cleaning Services Full Power Pressure Cleaning....... 37 Property Maintenance Ian Jones Property Services......... 14 Phil’s Handyman Services............ 41 Puzzles & Competitions Crossword.................................... 22 Kids Page..................................... 10 Prize Wordsearch......................... 35 Sudoku......................................... 22 Roofing PR Smith Roofing......................... 37 Rayner Roofing............................ 45 REKU Coatings.............................. 7 Social Media Services Mike’s Online Academy............... 43 Solicitors Robert Wrynne............................. 2 Steele Raymond........................... 19 Trading Standards Buy With Confidence................... 38

Loft Conversions & Services Loft Services................................. 27

Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons..................... 15 Broadoak Tree Care..................... 39

Musical Groups Bournemouth Carnival Band....... 39

Waste Services All-Clear Waste Services.............. 38

Opticians Bournemouth Vision Centre......... 6

Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze........................................ 47 Cloudy2Clear Windows................ 11

Oven Cleaners Oven King.................................... 41 Oven Wizards.............................. 43

Worktops Portman Stone............................. 27

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