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The Swanage Oracle Edition 34

Published by: Debbie & Stephen Corney and Martin Budden

Telephone: 01202 894397 or 01202 676661

Email: info@swanageoracle.co.uk

Copy deadline for January 2011 edition: 21st December 2010 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.

The Swanage Oracle does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the publicat ion. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

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Dear Swanage!

Wow it is December! Surprisingly I am more ready this year than ever before which is very unusual for me. We had a lovely trip up North to visit the family for a Christening and I managed to get all of their presents and leave them up there! I can now concentrate on home and more immediate family. Santa told Hayden to write his list which I have to say I am a little worried about… XBox 360 etc. That is on top of the DSi he was given by Grandma for his Birthday last week. It isn’t how it used to be is it? Maybe you have a story of a past Christmas or New Year’s event? I remember my Mum telling me that her sister really did get a sack of coal one year for being so naughty and threw my Mum’s new pram down the stairs as a result. Well it made sure I was good anyway! With regards to the magazine please use our local trades people to help you this Christmas, whether it is a new bathroom suite, a cleaner carpet, new blinds for the windows, a hair cut, your clothes dry cleaned, a meal out or many other things, The Swanage Oracle local business and trades people can help you.

There are also some interesting articles to read this month and a prize wordsearch on page 25. Why not grab a cup of tea, put your feet up by the fire and have a read? Just so you know, we will have our very own new website in the New Year which I am very excited about! Steve, Hayden and myself wish you a really Happy Christmas and a Delightful New Year!

All the Very Best,

Debbie

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Suttle Projects Invests in New SFA Piling Rig Suttle Projects have recently invested in a ‘Klemm 708’ piling rig for drilling augered concrete piles. The piles are typically used to support buildings or retaining walls when excavating the ground.

The new piece of machinery enables the company to work on in-situ concrete pile projects for local companies, as well as working on specialist contracts for Network Rail. The piles are speedily installed and can cater for a variety of ground conditions – the machinery is also suitable for restricted access.

Managing Director, Joe Paine added: ‘We believe we’re the only company in the local area to offer this service. It’s the ideal piece of machinery for us as many

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News from the National Trust On a bright and cold winter’s day there is nothing like getting out and about and enjoying all that the landscape of Purbeck has to offer. It therefore seems like a good time to tell you that the new winter events programme for Studland Beach is out and offers a wide range of activities if you like help a bit of help planning your outdoor adventure. From seasonal tastings and carol singing at Knoll Beach to winter solstice celebrations on Old Harry Rocks and a festive walk around Worth Matravers, there is something for everyone.

Equally you can join us in celebrating the festive season at Corfe Castle, with tree dressing on the first weekend in December and a chance to watch the winter solstice from the castle later on in the month.

You can find out more information on all these festive activities on our website at www.nationaltrust.org.uk or from one of our leaflets.

Over Christmas our open hours will be slightly different at both Corfe Castle and Knoll Beach. For your information Corfe Castle Shop, Tea Rooms and the Castle are all open as usual until Christmas Eve when they all close at 1pm. They are closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day and then back to opening daily 10am – 4pm. If you fancy welcoming in the New Year with a wander around the Castle we’ll be open on New Year’s Day but not until 11am. The tearoom will also be closed for its annual spring clean from 4th January and will open again on the 15th.

Whilst down at Knoll Beach the café and shop will be open on Christmas Eve from

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10am – 2pm, closed on Christmas Day and then open on Boxing Day from 11ap – 4pm. From the 27th December onwards it will be open as normal from 10am – 4pm and then on New Year’s Eve it will be open from 10am – 2pm. New Year’s Day it will be open from 11am – 4pm, after which it will return to normal opening hours.

Some of you will be aware that this month sees us say a fond farewell to two members of staff, Pippa Russell (Visitor Services and Enterprise Manager for Corfe Castle) and Roland Hughes (Area Warden, East). They leave us with our very best wishes for their future plans and many thanks for all their hard work over the years.

Finally may I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at the National Trust. I hope that however you celebrate this festive season it is full of joy for you and those closest to you.

Mandy Jarvis Community and Volunteering Manager Tel: 01929 477321 Email: amanda.jarvis@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Jurassic Jaunt: Corfe Castle - East Hill Area: Distance: Difficulty: Access Restrictions?

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An ideal walk for the family. An easy 2 mile walk which takes you up onto Roillington Down and East Hill above Corfe Castle, giving great views over the village, Swanage Railway line and Poole Harbour.

How to get there: Grid Reference 960824; Coming from Wareham, park in the National Trust car park on the left just before entering the village.

Information:Toilets are available in the National Trust Visitor Centre.

Walk details:Turn left as you leave the car park and follow the road into the village. After ¼

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mile, as the road turns sharp right up into the village, you need to take the left turn up the minor road to your left.

Follow this road for ¼ mile and just past the Challow car park on your left, as the road bears right, bear left through the gate and up the track.

This will lead you up to the radar mast on Rollington Hill (1/3 mile). Turn sharp left at this point and head back along the grass Ridgeway towards East Hill with Corfe Castle straight ahead and the village to your left.

After ½ mile, there will be a sign leading you down a short, steep path that will bring you out on the lane you entered previously. Turn right and right again and head back to the car park.

For details of the winter walk schedule – great views, pubs, steam train rides etc., please visit www.jurassicjaunts.co.uk or call 07790 474 478 for more details.

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Give the gift of music… with a difference!

How about this for an alternative gift this Christmas… Instead of getting a small “something” to put in a stocking or under the tree, make a donation to The Michael James Music Trust — for a minimum of £5. In return you will receive a beautifully hand written letter from the Trust’s founder, Margaret James, which can be put in the stocking or under the tree.

be able to achieve their goals. They are made to organ scholars, lay clerks, singers, instrumentalists and cathedral choristers.

For more information on the Trust or to enquire about this gift option, please contact Brian Barker at Georgian Gems.

The letter thanks the donator and goes on to explain about the 30th anniversary of the Trust, which is fast approaching.

The Trust has been established to advance education in music, particularly music performed in a Christian setting for the enrichment of worship. Grants are given to assist those truly dedicated to music, who without help, might never

Supporting musicians through The Michael James Music Trust Established in 1981 in memory of the young organist and conductor Michael James BA, FRCO, to discover, promote, educate and support gifted young musicians.

Based in Wimborne Minster, the charity has its local representative as Brian Barker, proprietor of quaint and attractive Georgian Gems in Swanage High Street.

Since the Trust was established in 1981, over 550 students have been helped to reach their goals in the field of music, goals which they may not otherwise achieve.

The Trust is funded by annual concerts, by donations and personal covenants or capital gifts. If you would like to support the Trust or find out more please contact Brian at: Georgian Gems, 28 High Street, Swanage, BH19 2NU Tel: 01929 424697 Website: www.georgiangems.co.uk

Verbal valuations £1 • Any item Proceeds to go to The Michael James Music Trust

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HAVE YOU JOINED OUR DINING CLUB YET? The Signature Dining Club is free to join. As well as offering money off and special offers, members get priority invitations to special events and themed evenings.

Benefits of membership include: • Buy one of our specially selected red, white or pink wines & receive your second bottle free • Lucky 7: Dine with your card and receive your 7th meal free (conditions apply) • Birthday Bonus: This is a new addition to our Diners Club, please provide us with your date of birth (excluding the year). We would like to offer you a complimentary bottle of Champagne, for you to enjoy on your birthday to accompany your meal. All usual diners card terms and conditions apply.

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Christmas Cheer Christmas is a time of wonderment To young and old alike A time to renew old friendships And, new ones ,no doubt, strike What do we think makes Christmas ?

Carol singers at the door Or turkey and mince pies to eat The Christmas tree and more ?

These are indeed some Festive joys But how long do they last The real joys are the ones we need To reflect on from the past And so it is that family and friends Are really what we need When gathered around the Yuletide fire With friendship as our creed So in this time of material things Maybe we should look around And agree to extend our love To those who need it, beyond

By David Lindsley

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Grooming to show dog standard Shampoo & conditioning Clipping, grooming & hand stripping Nail cutting & attention to ears All breeds including non-pedigree Every care and attention given to your pet You are more than welcome to wait with your pet

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GREETING CARDS FOR PRISONERS OF CONSCIENCE Names & addresses supplied by Amnesty International may be seen in the Old Stable, Commercial Road, Swanage.

Can you send a card to one of these people?

Imagine how cheered and uplifted they would feel to know they were not forgotten.

The Swanage Conservative Association is running a Coffee Morning on Sat 11th Dec at the Catholic Church Hall, Rempstone Road between 10am–12pm.

Any further information please tel 01929 425988

Many thanks for your support during this year and one of our local projects you have helped to fund are our Swanage & Purbeck Rotary Club Awards.

Applications are now invited from individuals who wish to be considered for an award in 2011 to assist them in furthering their ambitions in an artistic, sporting capacity (or similar) or personal development.

Applicants are required to submit a short paper (one side of A4 paper) in support of their application and in particular stating the reasons why they should receive the award. A brief commentary from a person who is familiar with both the applicant and his/her specialism (eg tutor, coach) supporting the application should be included A shortlist of applicants may be asked to make a brief presentation to members of the club and successful applicants will be required to provide feedback at a future date on how the award has assisted them in achieving their stated goals It is a condition of making the grant that a matching sum (at least equal to) will be secured by the applicant and appropriate evidence of this will be required before the award is paid.

Applications should be sent to Chris Wallis, 10A Manor Road, Swanage, BH19 2BJ or by e-mail to chris.wallis2@btinternet.com to be received no later than 14 January 2011. If any further guidance is required please call Chris on 01929 421575. All applications will be considered and awards made to the most suitable applicants (The club reserves the right to make no awards if it considers that none of the applications merits such award)

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01929 424177 Seasons Greetings to everyone Come and see our lovely Christmas gifts and lights, Roberts radios, white goods, lighting and much more

Join us every Saturday in December for mulled wine and mince pies

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Christmas Greetings from

Swanage Churches The churches in Swanage would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas.

You are welcome to come and share our celebrations in any of our services. Please check the times on our noticeboards and just come along.

You are particularly invited to our Town Carol Service at St Mary's Church on Sunday 19th December at 6.30pm We will also be praying for all who live in our town this Christmas. For some it will not be an easy or happy time.

for yourself or someone else - please write it on a slip of paper and post it through any church door or The Old Stable in Commercial Road opposite Barclays Bank (Tel: 424544; e-mail: swanage@christiancentre.plus.com). If you don’t want your name used, just make the request anonymously.

If you would like to share an issue with a trained listener, please say so on your note, including a contact number, and we will get back to you to arrange an appointment.

If you have a special request for prayer –

The Purbeck Association of The National Trust Lots of our members belong to other local groups as well as to us. One thing that we notice when we talk is that the recession is affecting most groups. Many people have less money to spend and are understandably pulling back from the more expensive events.

We‘re doing all we can as a group to keep our costs down, while still providing an interesting and (we hope) enjoyable range of activities. The cost of the Christmas lunch this month for example is only £1 more than it was in 2006. Our talks also remain excellent value at only £2 (including refreshments), or £2.50 if you’re not a member.

We’ve also tried to hold some lower cost events. Our enjoyable evening of skittles in October (see picture) only cost £8.50 including a meal, and our annual Fish & Chips Quiz is only £8, including the meal and a drink.

Our annual membership remains great value at only £5, or £7.50 for a couple. If you’d like to get more out of your own National Trust membership (or your status as a Trust Volunteer) by joining us, call Membership Secretary Jay Burke on 423775 or see our website www.purbecknt.org.uk.

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QUIZ NIGHT - WEDNESDAYS 8:30PM UPCOMING MUSIC GIGS: Fri 10TH Dec………Toned F Sat 11th Dec………Gina & Les Roadshow Fri 17th Dec……….The Grindelwald Express Sat 18th Dec……….Haggis & Pete Stay over in one Fri 24th Dec………..Jim Etherington of 3 en suite Fri 31st Dec NEW YEARS EVE - DISCO - PARTY BOOKINGS B & B rooms.

Fri 7th Jan…………..Haggis & Pete Look out for Burns Night on Tues 25th Jan with piper and supper.

The Christmas season party menu is now available. Group orders taken.

No set price per head - choose to suit your pocket.

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WAGGY TAILS RESCUE, is a registered charity based in Ferndown. They rescue and re-home dogs that have been abandoned, neglected or otherwise in need of a good home.

This Month’s Christmas Cracker is KIP Kip is a very pretty 11-month-old Papillion cross. He lived previously on board a canal barge, so is unused to house and traffic noises, so still quite nervous. He is very active, full of fun and loves people, but is a little wary of other dogs.

I know we ask this each year, but it is such an important message that we need to just say it one more time “PLEASE DON’T BUY A PUPPY FOR A CHRISTMAS PRESENT” All rescues get inundated with old dogs being handed in at this time of year to make way for the new puppy! Unbelievable, I know, but it really does happen!

Please give buying a dog serious consideration. (Most people spend more time deciding on which TV to buy!)

A dog can last for 15 or more years and one year’s food alone will cost about £500! Then there’s vaccinations, vet bills, insurance, worming and flea treatments etc that can amount to £20,000 throughout the dog’s life. So give it some serious thought, and, in the New Year, if you still want to go ahead, why not give a rescue dog a second chance of happiness? For more information phone us on 01202 875000!

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Purbeck Chess Club Purbeck Chess Club meets at Mortons House Hotel, Corfe Castle, between September to April each year, commencing at 7 pm. The club caters for players of all abilities, including beginners. Contact Secretary Brian Beard on 01929 425988 anytime.

Purbeck Railway Circle Friday 14 January Circle Secretary Mike Walshaw will present a slide show 'The Isle of Man and a Railway Miscellany, 1959 to 1961' featuring some of his trips with The Railway Enthusiasts' Club 50 years ago. Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross. 7.00 for 7.30 pm. All welcome. For more info phone 01929 421913.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT Sat. 18th December 7:30pm Belvedere Singers' Christmas Concert at St. Mary's Church, Swanage.

Tickets from Corbens, Purbeck Press or Choir members. £8.00 (children under 12 free) to include interval refreshment. More information 423729.

Local Soloists featured in Belvedere’s Christmas Concert Local soprano 13-year-old Jemima Bennett is one of the guest soloists when the Belvedere Singers stage their Christmas Concert this year at St. Mary’s Church in Swanage on 18th December.

Also performing will be Tim Inchley whose singing with guitar accompaniment has entertained us so well in the past; Neil Sissons will be playing the organ, all under the direction of the Belvedere’s

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conductor, Helen Attfield.

As well as favourite carols and popular Christmas music, the choir will be singing Zadoc the Priest from Handel’s oratorio, Solomon.

As usual, this year’s concert will be in aid of Swanage Hospital. The concert starts at 7:30p.m.; tickets, available from choir members, Corbens and the Purbeck Press, £8.00 (children under 12 free) to include interval refreshment. More information: 01929 423729.

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Swanage Railway

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Christmas Castle Fun

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Sylkies Dance

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Salvation Army Carol Service

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Jurassic Jaunts

Walk at Worth Matravers, lunch at Banks Arms, Corfe Castle. £5.

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Christmas Celebrations – Wareham Town Centre Practical Conservation – Heathland Bash Explorers Rucksacks Childrens Event

Father Christmas down the Chimney etc. from 4 ish Meet at RSPB Arne car park 10 am – 4 pm

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Durlston Country Park

01929 424443

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The Wolves of Willoughby

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Richard Digance’s Christmas Show

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Rod Stewart tribute act

New Inn, Church Knowle, £23.50 inc 2-course meal

01929 480357 www.thenewinnchurchknowle.co.uk

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Antiques and Collectables Fair

Wareham Town Hall 10am – 4pm

07734 254619

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Father Christmas Arrival

Corfe Castle Square, 6.30pm

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Buddy Holly tribute act

New Inn, Church Knowle, £23.50 inc 2-course meal

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Grand Charity Xmas Dance

Furzebrook Village Hall 7.30-11pm £5

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Christmas Quests

Corfe Castle

01929 481294

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Christmas Fun at Lulworth Castle and Park

Lulworth Castle and Park until 31st (closed 24th & 25th).

Normal admission price. Open 10.30am to 4pm. Under 4's free

01929 400352 www.lulworth.com

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Lulworth Castle Courtyard

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Winter Solstice

Corfe Castle 7.15-9am

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Farmers Market

Wareham Town Hall 8-12noon

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Mince Pie Specials

Swanage Railway

01929 425800

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Christmas at the Model Village

Corfe Castle Model Village 10-4

01929 481234

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Family Reels Supper Dance

Lulworth Village Hall 7-11pm

01308 852138

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Motown Tribute Show

New Inn, Church Knowle, £26.50 inc 2-course meal+coffee

01929 480357 www.thenewinnchurchknowle.co.uk

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Wareham Market every Thursday & Saturday

Thursday: East Street 8-1pm Saturday: The Quay 8-2pm

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Christmas at the Model Village

Corfe Castle

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Sled Dog Racing Championship

Wareham Forest

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Jurassic Jaunts Corfe Common Walk

Steam Train Ride. & Cream Tea at

Includes model village entry £13

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TE Lawrence exhibition

Purbeck Information and Heritage Centre, South Street

01929 552740

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Wellies and waders walk

RSPB Arne Nature Reserve

01929 553360

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Heathland bash - work party

RSPB Arne Nature Reserve

01929 553360

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New Year Bird Watch

Durlston Country Park

01929 424443

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Tank Museum Bovington £55 per person booking essential

01929 462359

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Hedgelaying Course (3 days)

Durlston Country Park

01929 424443

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Layers in the landscape Walk

Durlston Country Park

01929 424443

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Evening Talk: Ian Daglish

Tank Museum Bovington

01929 402359

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Big Garden Bird Watch BioBlitz

RSPB Arne Nature Reserve

01929 553360

01929 481234

All the information has been compiled by Purbeck Information & Heritage Centre 01929 557258 and Swanage Tourist Information Centre 01929 422885 www.visitswanageandpurbeck.com and is correct to the best of our knowledge

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Index of advertisers

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

Accountants MKL Partnership ............... 5

Electrical Appliances Purbeck Electrical ............. 21

Landscaping Supplies Suttles ............................... 7

Aerials Repairline ......................... 20

Electricians J Taylor............................. 19

Locksmith & Key Cutting John Hagans .................... 15

Bathrooms C&C Bathrooms................ 13

Events Lulworth Castle................. 10 Purbeck Events ................ 28 Purbeck Railway Circle ..... 27 Rex Players ...................... 6

Memorial Masons Alan the Stonemason ....... 6

Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds .................... 3 Books Roving Press .................... 9 Broadband Utility Warehouse.............. 27 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Pile Up.............................. 11 Carpets & Flooring Purbeck Flooring............... 2 Catering Equipment Hire Claremont Catering Hire ... 24 Community News Jurassic Jaunt................... 12 National Trust News.......... 8 Michael James Music Trust ... 14 Purbeck Area NT .............. 22 Purbeck Chess Club ......... 27 Swanage Churches........... 22 Swanage Rotary ............... 20 Waggy Tails...................... 26 Computer Services AJV Computing................. 19 Purbeck Computer Centre... 21 Whizz Bits......................... 6

Exhausts Trickett Welding................ 16

Nursing Homes Forest Hill House .............. 32 Pest Control M&D Pest ......................... 6

Funeral Directors James Smith..................... 13

Plumbing and Heating C&C Plumbing.................. 13 Gasways .......................... 31 Heatwise .......................... 17 Tapworks Plumbing .......... 19

Garage Services Trickett Welding................ 16

Postal Services Postcare ........................... 6

Green Energy Solutions Sparking Moggy Solar....... 23

Property Maintenance Total Woodwork................ 15

Hats & Accessories Jan’s Hats......................... 19

Puzzles Prize Wordsearch ............. 25

Health & Beauty Shiatsu ............................. 19

Scaffolding S & D Scaffolding ............. 1

Hire Centres Sydenhams....................... 16

Shoe Repairs John Hagans .................... 15

Hotels, Pubs & Restaurant Ocean Bay........................ 17 The Ship Inn ..................... 23

Taxis DMB Cars......................... 15

Fireplaces Alan the Stonemason ....... 6

Insurance NFU Mutual ...................... 11

Dog Grooming Marilyn’s Doghouse .......... 19

Jewellers Georgian Gems ................ 14

Dry Cleaning & Laundry Creases ............................ 10

Kitchens Kitchen Facelift ................. 10

Tiles UK Tiles............................ 3 Waste Services War on Waste................... 24 Woodburners Saltfire Stoves .................. 2

Useful Numbers BT Fault Line Buses - Wilts & Dorset Chemists - Alliance - Boots - Co-op Pioneer Citizens Advice - Purbeck - Swanage Council - Purbeck District Doctor - Swanage Medical Practice Electricity - Power Loss

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Gas - Emergency Hospitals - Poole General - Swanage - Bournemouth NHS Direct Police Station Registrar Tues & Thurs 10—12 Social Services Train Times & Enquiries Wessex Water - Emergency

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Boilers installed Service contracts available Full Central Heating Systems Radiators replaced Heating systems cleansed Boiler breakdowns and repairs Valves and Pumps replaced Boiler servicing and maintenance All domestic gas work undertaken

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Bathrooms (full or part) Tap changes Washing machines Tumble dryers Kitchen sinks Outside taps Above ground drainage Below ground drainage

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