Autumn Borough News 2017 - Eastleigh Borough Council by Eastleigh Borough Council

Autumn 2017

B O R O U G H

NEWS

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M&S Foodhall is Borough’s latest asset

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Switch your energy supply with us Ancient woodland to flourish

Handyperson Scheme launched

Eastleigh Film Festival

Virtual museum opens

Competition

Mayor of Eastleigh, Cllr Mo Sollitt opens the new M&S Foodhall

A new store that will bring a greater choice of food shopping to Eastleigh town centre is also the latest asset in the Borough Council’s property portfolio. Mayor of Eastleigh, Cllr Mo Sollitt, opened the M&S Foodhall in Eastleigh a recent addition to the Council’s £200 million commercial property portfolio that generates an income of around £5.5 million for local services. The new store has created 58 jobs and is managed by Dylan Chandler, an Eastleigh resident for the past 17 years who lives a stone’s throw from the attractive new building, situated on Coles Close off Twyford Road. Dylan said: “I’m really thrilled to be the store manager in my home town and

it has been fantastic welcoming local people. I’ve been speaking with the local community over the past few months and it’s great to hear how excited people are about M&S coming to Eastleigh. M&S has a great food offering and continues to be innovative in the range it provides. We’ve created 58 roles at the store and 85 per cent of my team have been recruited locally.” Leader of Eastleigh Borough Council, Cllr Keith House, said: “The decision by Marks & Spencer to locate their new Foodhall in Eastleigh is a huge

vote of confidence in the town centre as a retail destination and is the latest example of Council investment attracting new business and creating a stronger economy for the Borough. I’m sure local residents, visitors and those who work in the town will enjoy shopping in this excellent new store.” The M&S Foodhall boasts a unique set of green credentials, most notably a living wall, made up of hundreds of different types of herbs and perennial flowers. As well as helping insulate the building it offers a source of nectar for local butterflies and bees and seeds for birds.

Win One Day International (ODI) tickets Two pairs of tickets must be won to the England v West Indies ODI on Friday 29 September worth £120 per pair. Simply answer the following question online at www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ bnewcomp How many lakes are at the new Boundary Lakes Golf Course? (The answer can be found on page 12)

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Waste and recycling

Local children name new glass recycling vehicle The Council’s waste and recycling team has welcomed a new vehicle to its fleet - and pupils of Eastleigh’s Norwood Primary School have come up with ‘The Glassinator’, as a unique name for the specially adapted glass collection lorry, following a recent competition. The competition is the culmination of a school project on the importance of recycling. To unveil the chosen glassthemed name, the new vehicle visited the school and Mayor of Eastleigh, Cllr Mo Sollitt, announced the winner as The Glassinator, which was named by Year 5 and now appears on the front of the vehicle. The winning class were presented with a plaque to mark the occasion and had the chance to climb into the cab and take a seat to see how the vehicle works.

To round off the ceremony, the entire school were treated to a live demonstration of how the vehicle collects glass. The opportunity to name our waste and recycling fleet is open to all schools in the Borough as more vehicles will be joining the fleet in the coming months. If your school would like to be a part of this project please contact Giles Gooding on 023 8068 8274.

The Mayor, Cllr Mo Sollitt with children from Norwood Primary School

Recycling plastics it’s got to be a bottle

To help our residents put the right plastic items in the right bin you simply have to remember that if it’s PLASTIC and a BOTTLE shape it can go in your green recycling bin!

(1 Oct 2017 - 31 March 2018) Join our successful garden waste scheme for 6 months and let us dispose of all those autumn leaves saving you time and money! Over 17,500 households have already signed up to one of the fastest growing wheeled bin services in the county; benefiting from the convenience of having their garden waste collected every fortnight from their kerbside. Benefits of the scheme include:

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Fortnightly collection from the kerbside Saves time and money

The cost of a bin for six months is just £27.50 To find out how you can join Eastleigh’s garden waste service visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ gardenwaste or phone 023 8068 8440

No more queueing at the recycling centre Wheeled bin - easy to move around the garden No more mess or creepy crawlies in your vehicle.

@RecycleforEBC

You can watch a short video that explains which plastic items can

and can’t be recycled at www.eastleigh.gov.uk/plastics

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Switching your energy supply with us, could save you * over £250

Join a thriving growing community

Now in its eighth year, Highbridge Community Farm is a thriving farm co-operative situated just outside the village of Allbrook, Eastleigh. The community farm has around 180 members of all ages and abilities, with around 70 per cent joining with little or no growing experience. It has also become a venue for many other community groups and events. The farm grows a large variety of vegetable crops and includes polytunnels, raised beds, fruit cages and orchards, for salads, herbs and fruit. Advantages of becoming part of the community farm include:

QUICKER than MAKING a cup of TEA We’ve teamed up with independent switching service Energylinx to make switching your energy supplier as easy as possible. We’ll search all the suppliers for you to find you the best deal in just a few minutes.

Why switch with Eastleigh Borough Council? • We are independent of any energy company • Hassle free switching, you’ll get a quote in minutes • No need to change your direct debit and no gap in service

• We highlight all the Energy Switch Guarantee energy providers • You can still switch even if you’re renting. Your switch will not only save you money but will help us support someone in the Borough. For each switch, Energylinx will give us a fee that we’ll reinvest into making homes

Greener borough

• benefiting from the knowledge of experienced growers and being part of a team • buying a wide variety of seasonal, organically grown produce which is

in the Borough more energy efficient for those in need.

local, fresh and cheaper than the supermarket • keeping fit and healthy The main commitment for members is to work at least ten hours every month by digging, adding manure, planting, weeding, watering, harvesting and site maintenance. This can be shared with a partner, friend, or family members. There are also opportunities to take on lighter work in the polytunnels, and for skilled DIYers to help in construction and maintenance. If you would like to join this thriving community, visit www. highbridgefarmcommunity. co.uk or simply call in at the farm on a Saturday morning – a warm welcome is assured!

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Country Parks

Ancient woodland to flourish at country park A project to return areas of Itchen Valley Country Park to ancient woodland is under way. Conifers throughout the park will be removed as part of large-scale forestry works that started at the end of August. The trees’ removal will open up the ancient woodland allowing native, broad-leaved deciduous species to thrive and return the area to the condition it was in before the pines were planted. More light will reach the forest floor, creating excellent conditions for wildflowers and insects. The works, which are approved by the Forestry Commission, are expected to take around two months and individual areas of the park will be closed off temporarily to allow the safe operation of the heavy machinery. The Country Park was awarded a Green Flag for the ninth year in a row for

its excellent provision of green space for visitors. In particular, the park has been recognised for the way it sympathetically manages and maintains its variety of natural landscapes. The works will focus on the removal of mature conifers that were planted by the Forestry Commission in the 1960s with the intention of being harvested for timber. This is timely as a number of pines are affected by a disease that can cause them to become unstable, presenting a potential safety risk. It will be necessary to undertake a full closure of the park for a few individual days over the next two months and as much notice as possible will be given of these dates. For more detailed information visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ivcp

Itchen Valley flags its success Itchen Valley Country Park has once again been voted among the best green spaces in the UK. The 440-acres of beautiful water meadows, woodland and meadow has received the prestigious Green Flag Award for the ninth year running. The award, now in its 21st year, is a quality mark for a green space and underlines the fact that a park is run to the highest possible standards, and is well

maintained with excellent facilities. Itchen Valley Country Park offers a Visitor Centre, with nature-based displays, and a wealth of waymarked trails. The park also has a café, outdoor picnic tables, a shop and two large, permanent barbecue sites. Chair of Hedge End, West End and Botley Local Area Committee, Cllr Dan Clarke, said: “The Green Flag Award is very much a tribute to the hard work and expertise of the team responsible for maintaining this wonderful green space for its residents and visitors.”

Part of the Country Park that will have conifers removed

Lakeside Country Park An outstanding new venue for conferences and private functions. Lakeside Country Park’s new Lakeside Centre offers a tranquil space in an architecturally stunning building. This flexible, affordable space is ideal for meetings, private parties or health and wellbeing activities and can accommodate up to 60 people.

a few minutes’ walk from Southampton Airport and Southampton Airport Parkway train station, and with free on-site parking for guests and delegates, the Lakeside Centre

offers a peaceful bolthole in an urban landscape. For more information, hire prices and to book please contact 023 8068 3835 or email lakeside@eastleigh.gov.uk

Enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding lakes with a delicious range of traditional or luxury afternoon teas on offer. Located in close proximity to the M27 and M3 motorways,

The Lakeside Centre. Image courtesy of Richard Chivers

Volunteers needed for popular steam railway Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway has been operating for 25 years at Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh.

working in the workshop and helping in the shop.

After many years of development, there is now a running line of a mile and a quarter that has all the features to be found on the standard gauge - from an operational signal gantry, a tunnel, thought

If you would like to help, please call Clive on 07970 422959 and arrange to have a look around the site. Minimum age for volunteers is 16.

to be the longest tunnel on a miniature railway in Britain and a very well equipped workshop. To keep it running, volunteers are needed to help with all aspects of the railway; guards,

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Housing and development

Preview for users as leisure centre countdown starts with an adjustable floor depth, a 15-badminton court sports hall (one of the largest in the south), together with a spacious fitness suite, studios, a health hub and a café that opens onto Fleming Park open space.

Main sports hall housing 15 courts and retractable spectator seating

The outstanding replacement for the current centre at Fleming Park opens its doors towards the end of 2017 – the date will be announced later this autumn – and user groups have been getting a privileged preview of the new facility, developed by the Borough Council. The development had a £2 million Sport England investment, £90k England Netball investment and will be operated by Places for People

Leisure who run the current facility. The new leisure centre brings an eight-lane, 25-metre swimming pool (an increase from six lanes), a larger learner pool

Promoting a healthy borough is one of the key aims of the centre, and the Council’s HealthWorks team will move into the purposebuilt health hub in the new building demonstrating our commitment to residents’ health and wellbeing. Keep up-to-date with progress of the development by visiting www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ leisurecentre or for tours of the facilities with the user groups visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ leisurecentretours

Council notes way forward for Emerging Local Plan In July, the Council noted progress on its Emerging Local Plan which identifies that the area to the north and east of Bishopstoke and Fair Oak is emerging as the current preferred location for a new community, subject to the completion of further investigative surveys. The Emerging Local Plan identifies a need for 5,200 new homes that includes the creation of a new community, including a new road to help ensure access to homes and ease congestion together with jobs, schools, shops and open spaces to the north and east of Bishopstoke and Fair Oak. A number of other smaller development sites totalling around 1700 new homes were also identified. The Council is also committed to ensuring that the environment and important habitats including ancient woodland and River Itchen are properly protected along with the conservation of the wide diversity of wildlife that live in

the area and will work with the necessary agencies to ensure this. Council Leader, Cllr Keith House, said: “This Emerging Local Plan confirms we remain committed to getting the right homes in the right places, protecting the gaps between our towns and villages and tackling congestion at the same time. We must undertake longer term planning for the next 20 years to provide a greater opportunity help ensure we can fund the important infrastructure we need for our communities in the future.” He added: “We do understand that many residents have

concerns that need to be addressed including that we get additional schools and GP surgeries and ensuring sensitive habitats are protected. The Council meeting heard many helpful contributions from local residents and organisations. All of these will be considered carefully.” The Council’s Emerging Local Plan is based on a wide range of emerging evidence available at this stage, but some key evidence remains outstanding. Final approval will not be made until after a number of outstanding reports are complete, this is likely to be later this year. The Council will make a definitive decision on the Local Plan once all the relevant and key evidence has been completed. To receive Local Plan updates email: localplan@eastleigh.gov.uk

“Having a brand-new, modern, state-ofthe-art sports and leisure facility to make physical activity accessible to everyone, will be an important contribution to improving the community’s quality-of-life.” Peter Hull MBE - triple Paralympic swimming gold medallist and Eastleigh Disability Leisure Access Group (EDLAG) member

“This incredibly vast and much improved facility is going to be the South Coast centre for Netball development. We don’t have a facility like this in the South Region.” Charlotte Malyon, England Netball

“What an absolutely great space, the new HealthWorks office will enable us to deliver more NHS health checks for the community. All the areas are so versatile and the open space creates a friendly environment which welcomes everyone, including those who may be a bit nervous about entering a leisure centre.” Marianne Cairley, Sports Development Manager, Eastleigh Borough Council

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Your council

Help shape your community This autumn, as part of the Local Plan process, the Council will be undertaking an extensive engagement process to ask local people what is important to them in their community. We want to find out what local people think are the most important aspects of their neighbourhood such as parks and open spaces, new homes, roads and other infrastructure, transport, schools or community facilities. We also want to ensure that residents understand the importance of having a Local Plan. It’s important that you get involved to help shape your community over the next 20 years and we want to make sure we take account of your

views in shaping Eastleigh’s Local Plan.

How you can get involved? There will be a range of opportunities for local people to tell us their views over the coming months and you can also register to receive more information/give us your views by emailing localplan@eastleigh.gov.uk Further details of how you can get involved will be provided at www.eastleigh.gov.uk/localplan

Are you following us? @EastleighBC Join our Borough’s conversation on Facebook and Twitter Share with us what you love about Eastleigh on Twitter with #I Eastleigh We want to feature your favourite things about the Borough!

You will have recently received a Household Enquiry Form (HEF) to your address which lists the residents currently registered at your property. This information needs to be checked to ensure residents are correctly registered on the Electoral Register. Householders must respond as soon as possible to confirm or change details by visiting www.householdresponse.com/ eastleigh - it is quick and easy. The information is used to confirm your address for voting

and if you are applying for credit such as a mortgage or personal loan. If you are not registered, you may be refused credit as well as losing your right to have your say in any forthcoming elections. The next Register of Electors will be published on 1 December 2017.

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Your Council

Universal Credit – Eastleigh now operating a full service Eastleigh Borough Council is now operating a full Universal Credit service which means that new claims for housing benefit, from people of working age*, will be managed by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). Universal Credit is a new type of benefit designed to support people who are on a low income or out of work. The new system is based on a single monthly payment and replaces six existing benefits: Housing Benefit, Job Seekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, Income Support and Working/ Child Tax credits for all working age claimants. If you need help with rent you will now need to make a claim

directly to the DWP, but you will still need to contact the Council directly for Council Tax Support and complete an online application. It is very important that there is no delay in claiming Universal Credit or Council Tax Support as you may lose out. If you receive one of the six benefits listed above and have a significant change in your circumstances you may

WANT TO REACH NEW CUSTOMERS?

automatically move over to Universal Credit. Its online service allows you to make a claim, check details of payments, notify changes in circumstances and search for a job, all through one account. *A few exceptions apply. Find out more about Universal Credit at www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ universalcredit If you have any questions about Universal Credit please email revbens@eastleigh.gov.uk

Advice moving to appointments system

The way we are helping our customers is changing.

By introducing this appointment system, we can ensure that the wait time for customers is reduced and allows us to allocate service experts to customers for one-to-one meetings. It will also help us manage visitor numbers more effectively, save customers time and help improve the service.

Residents who need advice on Council Tax, Housing Benefits, Council Tax Support or Business Rates will no

To make an appointment, phone 023 8068 8046. Phone lines are open between 9am and 5pm.

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS WITH US We offer great value advertising and promotional opportunities through the Council’s publications, website, outdoor sites and community projects. Reach over 52,500 homes, four times a year, via our flagship residents’ newspaper, Borough News. We offer a 10% discount off your first booking or for multiple bookings with rates starting from just £210. You can sponsor a roundabout from around £25 per week, offering prime promotional space for local businesses. Contact the Communications Team at communications@eastleigh.gov.uk or call 023 8068 8000.

longer have to queue to see an officer as we are now operating a new appointment system.

ign up to S E-billing today! Want to receive your Council Tax bill in a secure, efficient and convenient way? Visit www.eastleigh. gov.uk/counciltaxebill and register to have it delivered to your email address. Save time with no more paper bills for you to file.

We’re recruiting! Are you interested in a career in childcare? We are recruiting apprentices, Level 3/4/5 and early years teachers. Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life! For more information go to: www.yellowdotnursery.co.uk/careers/index.cfm

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LATEST NEWS FROM EASTLEIGH COLLEGE STUDENTS TRIUMPH AT TRANSCIENCE EXHIBITION Students studying the Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media were proud to launch ‘Transcience’, an art exhibition displaying their final year projects. The title ‘Transcience’ represents the Art, Design and Media department’s journey from the old Desborough campus to a brand new building with all new facilities. The move took place late last year, with the students enjoying the light and airy thinking space that the impressive facilities offer. Riona Menezes, who is studying the Pre-degree Foundation Level Art, Design and Media course said, “Preparing for the final project has been a roller coaster. Watching all the other students around you doing their work is quite inspiring and makes you want to do your very best.” Riona came to Eastleigh College after studying A-levels and was surprised how much the course has developed her skills. “Coming from an A-level background to here was different. Artistically you broaden your horizons so much more on this course; it’s really helped me a lot.” “My project is called ‘Burn’ and centres around information graphics and typography, with the theme being deforestation. I felt the pressure at the end but I’m happy it’s all done and I’m now so excited for university!” Riona is going on to Kingston University to study BA (Hons) Graphic Design in September, and is keen to progress in her career.

We won’t

make you breakfast

brush your teeth

tie your shoelaces

stop the bus for you

But we will get you career-ready

Last few places available for Sept 2017 – apply now! www.eastleigh.ac.uk

Tel: 023 8091 1299

For the eleventh consecutive year, all students applying for university have secured a university place. Some of these include places at top universities including the Manchester Metropolitan School of Art, Central Saint Martins and the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art to name a few. To find out more about joining the Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media course this September, or to come and view the amazing new facilities, please call 023 8091 1299 or email goplaces@eastleigh. ac.uk.

HAVE YOUR CAKE & EAT IT, WHEN YOU STUDY CATERING AT EASTLEIGH COLLEGE! It’s been a fantastic year for the Hospitality and Catering department, with an impressive array of industry awards and achievements!

Carmen Darmanin, stole the show at the Institute of Hospitality awards earlier this year, walking away with the title of ‘Front of House Student of the Year.’

In June 2016 the team achieved a Silver Award for FE Team of the Year, having been selected from thousands of nominations across the UK.

The academic year finished with an exceptionally high note after attending the Wessex Salon Culinaire competition at Brockenhurst College, students brought home a staggering 31 medals between them!

Lecturer Greg Cheeseman then went on to win the Best Chef Lecturer for Catering Education (PACE), and awarded the department another accolade for ‘Hospitality Team of the Year’ in 2017. Level 3 Food and Beverage Supervision student,

We can’t wait to see what’s in store for this academic year. With such close relationships with industryrenowned chefs and local businesses, we’re sure it won’t disappoint!

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Health and wellbeing

Handyperson scheme launched The Council has launched a new low cost handyperson service, provided by Richard Bath, to help with a range of small jobs around the home for people who live in the Borough. The Eastleigh Handyperson Scheme, available to residents who are over 60 years of age and disabled adults, can help with small repairs and jobs around your home including: • assembling flat pack furniture • fitting door chains, locks and doorbells • replacing light bulbs and batteries • minor decoration repairs • repairing toilet cisterns • putting up shelves • unblocking sinks Cabinet Lead for Health & Community Safety, Cllr Tonia

Craig, said: “This new scheme will provide the opportunity for local people to get those little jobs done that often cause worry and stress especially if people don’t know where to get help. It will provide residents with peace of mind that they will get a good job at a fair price.” The hourly rate is £18, however residents who are either over 60 or disabled and in receipt of a means tested benefit receive a subsidised rate of just £9.60 per hour. The means tested benefits include: Guaranteed Pension Credit, Income based Employment Support Allowance, Council

Tax Support (not single person discount) and Housing Benefit. Richard said: “I really enjoy providing the handyperson service as I get to do a range of small but important jobs for people that otherwise might not get done - and they can make a real difference to them.” Local resident Val from Bishopstoke booked Richard and was delighted with the service, she commented: ”It’s great to be able to book a safe and reliable service that is backed by the Council. In the hour Richard fitted an outside light, a new coat rail and changed a lightbulb for me – three jobs that are all now done – it’s fantastic.”

Athletics star given mayoral send-off Eastleigh Borough’s rising star of field athletics received a mayoral send-off before she headed off to the Bahamas for the Commonwealth Youth Games 2017. Fifteen year-old Serena Vincent joined Eastleigh Mayor, Cllr Mo Sollitt, for a cup of tea and to receive the good wishes of the Borough.

Naussau. At 15, Serena was one of the youngest under-17 competitors at the Games and finished in a very creditable ninth place.

Serena, who lives in Bursledon, is one of the UK’s highest achieving shot putters in the under-17 age range and put her abilities to the test against some of the best international competition in

She was selected for the Games following her successes at the Indoor British Championship and the Southern England Championships. Serena also broke the Southern England

Can you help tackle loneliness? An open day aimed at both potential referrers and people who may be interested in volunteering to help tackle loneliness. One Community in partnership with the Council are holding a visiting scheme open day for anyone who would like to find out more about the scheme, how it works and how they might become a part of it. The open day is being held on 17 October from 10am -12noon at Lakeside Centre, Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh

The ‘Visitors Scheme’ has the simple aim of providing company to people who are lonely. Many people in the area live on their own and there may be times when they would welcome a visitor. Visitors are carefully screened and trained and agree to a certain number of visits.

under-17 indoor record, followed by the national under-17 indoor record and is top of the UK’s rankings for her age group. During that time the volunteer might, where appropriate, help the client to access other services that would be beneficial to them or activities that they might enjoy. Referral forms and further information about the open day and the Visiting Scheme are available from One Community by emailing VisitingScheme@1community. org.uk or calling 023 8090 2400.

Customers can either supply their own materials or they can be purchased from the Handyperson scheme at cost price.

To book an appointment, call the Eastleigh Handyperson Scheme on 023 8068 8301 or email handyperson@ eastleigh.gov.uk

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What’s on

Highlights from events this summer in Eastleigh

EASTLEIGH MELA

OUTDOOR CINEMA

PARKSPO

RT FISHIN

“A great example of residents coming together to celebrate the rich diversity of the Borough.”

PARKSPORT MARTIAL ARTS

FAMILY SPORT “We attended Family Sport (cycling ) and had so much fun and learned so muc h in 2 hours. My daughter is new to riding her bike... during this course she lear ned how to set off within 5 mins!”

FESTIVAL OF STEAM

“I have loved this year ’s Summer of Sport and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to try th ings I might never have access ed otherwise. The fri endliness and expertise of th e people hosing th e sessions has been fantastic. I de finitely want to co ntinue with badminton.”

“A great event celebrating the end of steam in the town!”

EASTLEIGH UNWRAPPED

IE BOUNCE SUMMER OF SPORT BOOG PARKSPORT GOLF

“Brill mix of fun & talent at Eastleigh Unwrapped today - just simply awesome stuff.”

SUMMER OF SPORT CANOEING

EASTLEIGH UNWRAPPED

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What’s on

Eastleigh Film Festival 2017 Six days at 12 unique venues. View the full programme and book at www.eastleighfilmfestival.com

Blues Brothers

Die Hard

Monsoon Wedding

Toy Story

When Harry met Sally

Monday 25 September, 7.30pm at The Point

Tuesday 26 September, 8pm at Wessex House

Tuesday 26 September, 7pm at Infusion Spice and Grill

Tuesday 26 September, 7.20pm at The Entertainer, Swan Centre

Tuesday 26 September, 7.30pm at Boswells Café Swan Centre

La La Land

The Black Windmill

Dirty Dancing

Rocky

Mall Rats

Tuesday 26 September, 10.30am at The Point

Wednesday 27 September, 8.30pm at Bursledon Windmill

Thursday 28 September, 7.30pm at The Point

Friday 29 September, 8.30pm at Lakeside Weightlifting

Friday 29 September, 8pm at Swan Centre

Lights switch-on kicks off Christmas countdown - save the date! The Christmas countdown officially starts on Saturday 18 November in Eastleigh town centre when Santa joins Eastleigh’s Deputy Mayor, Cllr Chris Thomas, to switch on the yuletide lights. The grand Eastleigh Christmas lights switch-on & fun day brings a spectacular torchlight parade to the main shopping centre and culminates in a dazzling firework display to start off the festive season with a bang. The parade begins at 5.15pm, with the lights switchon at 6pm followed by a free firework display.

The free day out, that runs from 11am, features Santa’s Grotto at the museum, entertainment, live music, a fun fair, a mini-farm for the children and a variety of market stalls. The new festive lights display, inspired by snowflakes and stars, was unveiled last year

and feedback from town centre shoppers and visitors was excellent. The lights are co-funded by the Council and the Eastleigh Business Improvement District (BID) and are designed to make the town centre an even more attractive place to shop in the run-up to the big day – benefiting resident, local retailers, restaurants and other businesses.

Want to write to Santa? A post box for Christmas letters that will be sent direct to his workshop at the North Pole will open on Saturday 18 November in the Swan Centre. Santa will reply to every letter he gets, care of Eastleigh Library. Find out more at www. eastleigh.gov.uk/christmas

EASTLEIGH’S

SWITCH ON

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Economy

Hilton at the Ageas – a great success story Since its launch in July 2015 the Hilton at the Ageas Bowl, owned by the Council, has firmly established itself as one of the most popular hotel and leisure destinations on the south coast. The hotel represents a great investment for the Council and is the jewel in the borough’s property portfolio crown attracting guests from far and wide with its impressive style, elegance and range of facilities. The 171-bedroom hotel has benefited from unprecedented growth and is the top performing hotel for occupancy in the region when compared to similar type hotels. Regular guests include premier-league football teams and international cricket sides. Offering an unrivalled range of quality leisure facilities, the 4-star hotel boasts the country’s first eforea spa and BEEFY’S Bar & Restaurant as well as the new 18-hole Boundary Lakes Golf Course, whilst housing

the largest conference and banqueting facilities on the south coast between Bournemouth and Brighton. It has hosted a wide range of events from product launches to sporting events and exhibitions to large weddings. Hotel Manager, Jason Nixon, said: “I’m proud to see this superb facility performing so well. I’m delighted that the development of the venue has helped create hundreds of jobs with more than 250 employees holding full and part-time roles

across the business, helping to make it one of the ultimate destinations on the south coast.’’ Hilton at the Ageas Bowl’s eforea spa and British tapas bar and brasserie restaurant, BEEFY’S, welcome over 150,000 visitors per year. Membership of the new Boundary Lakes Golf Course, a picturesque 18-hole parkland course complete with eye-catching lakes, is completely sold out. For more information, please visit www.ageasbowl.com, call 023 8202 7096 or email events@ageasbowl.com

Boundary Lakes Golf Course Tees off! The Ageas Bowl’s new 18-hole golf course, Boundary Lakes, has opened with thousands of rounds being enjoyed by golfers in the first few weeks since opening. Hampshire’s newest course, complete with USGA standard greens, is a par-69 parkland course and is sure to provide a stern test for both high and low handicappers alike, as well as offering up a few surprises during a player’s first round.

with inspiration from the 12th at Augusta – home of the Masters! Situated in the shadow of the iconic Ageas Bowl stadium the off-course facilities including

Boundary Lakes’ brand new clubhouse are housed within Hilton at the Ageas Bowl. You can take advantage of a range of corporate days and society packages together with pay and play offers. For more information or to book a tee time please visit www.boundary-lakes.com

The course features four major lakes and a number of changes in elevation and undulations to challenge your course management and shot selection. The 2nd hole is a particular highlight: a short par 3 with a narrow green protected by a lake, designed

Arts & crafts in the Town Centre Eastleigh town centre’s new monthly arts and crafts market is proving increasingly popular and provides an excellent opportunity for local residents and shoppers from further afield to have a leisurely browse and buy unique, handmade items. Run by Bert & Gert’s, the next one takes place on Saturday 7 October in Wells Place from 9am to 4pm. It offers a range of stalls including silver and beaded jewellery, fairy doors and trinkets, hand-made

teddy bears, wooden turned items, cards, hand-made soap, pet-related items and home-made bags, aprons and other sewn items. So why not go along and buy a bespoke gift?

The Council is always looking to host themed markets in the Market Place. If you have any ideas or would like to be involved please contact jade.moses@eastleigh.gov.uk

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Latest News from Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Open Evenings for Year 10 and 11 Students interested in studying at Barton Peveril can attend the next Open Evenings on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th October to explore the college campus and meet staff and students.

drama and music departments in action and you’ll be able to visit the sports department and media studios where staff and students will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the courses on offer. As well as all subject areas, our award winning careers team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about future plans and subject choices, and be sure to check out our recently refurbished student canteen and social areas.

Artist impression of the newly refurbished student canteen and social area

Whether you are a Year 11 student applying to study with us in September 2018 and would like to gain some insight into the courses on offer, or a Year 10 student who is keen to get a head start and explore post-16 options, Open Evenings are the ideal

opportunity to see what the college can offer you. All areas of Barton Peveril will be available for you to visit – including our newest addition to the college, the new £5m Science Centre which has stateof-the-art biology, chemistry and physics labs. There will also be the chance to see the dance,

Netball Squad Goals There was a hat trick of success in the 2017 netball season at Barton Peveril - with national team selections, Hampshire under 19 champions and workshops with England Pathways development coach Elly Moore.

With a fantastic pass rate, bright modern facilities and a thriving learning community, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College is the right direction for a great education. The Open Evening event runs from 5:30pm to 8:30pm on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th October. For more information about the college visit www.barton-peveril.ac.uk

Two Barton Peveril students were selected for the AoC England Netball Squad in the last academic year. Amy Fripp (Cams Hill) and Holly Ellis (Brookfield) were chosen after a successful trial process at Nottingham University and underwent training for games against the home nations and Australia. Holly Ellis was also elected as the AoC Sport England netball captain for 2017. The netball team also took the winning trophy at the U19 Hampshire Invitational Tournament held at Southampton Sports Centre. They now remain undefeated tournament winners since being victorious against eight Hampshire teams.

The Netball Team celebrate their success at the U19 Hampshire Invitational Tournament

Open Evenings

Wednesday 4th & Thursday 5th October 2017 Your chance to find out more about courses and life at sixth form college 5.30 - 8.30pm for Year 10 & 11

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Coach and Teacher of Sport and PE Alix Christopher said: “We had an incredible tournament, the girls determination and commitment has been outstanding and has certainly paid off! Netball has really flourished this year with both teams achieving great success. The tournament really was a great way to finish our season. The first team were really determined from the outset and had an incredible day, culminating in them finishing the tournament unbeaten winners.” Keen sports students can be part of the college’s success stories by joining one of our Elite Sport Programmes in netball, football, badminton, basketball and cricket.

The Elite Sport Programmes are exciting two year programmes that gives promising young sports people the opportunity to develop their skills whist continuing in full-time education. It provides students with specialist coaching and the opportunity to train twice a week and play in competitive matches on Wednesday afternoons at national, regional and local level. Alongside the Elite sessions, students will study any range of qualifications at college, including A Levels and Vocational qualifications. Find out about what our Elite Sport Programmes have to offer at one of our upcoming Open Evenings www.bartonpeveril.ac.uk/openevening

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Creative arts

Virtual Museum opens a portal into the past Discovering about history has taken on an inspirational twist thanks to talented members of Eastleigh Tec Hub. After months of collating information and experimenting with the latest technology, the team of designers, artists and developers has created an exciting new digital portal, the Virtual Museum of the Grace Dieu, that explores Hampshire’s links to King Henry V. From the comfort of home, through a click of a button, visitors from around the world can “step inside” a virtual museum to discover the significant, yet little known, connection the Plantagenet King had to Eastleigh and its surrounding area. Speaking about the new digital portal, project manager Daniel Hill, Drama Development Manager of The Point and The Berry Theatres, said: “The site is the absolute cutting edge in

terms of its visual design, plus its historical accuracy allows visitors to discover Eastleigh’s rich heritage in an interesting and exciting way. “It has been a great opportunity for members of Eastleigh’s Tec Hub to work on the site, to test out the latest technologies, to develop historical, architectural and digital design, and to work alongside leading historians. Another great project exclusively offered to our members.” The Virtual Museum of the Grace Dieu was created as part of the Heritage Lottery-funded Road to Agincourt project, supported by Eastleigh Borough Council. To explore the site, visit www.gracedieumuseum.co.uk

Council’s leading contemporary arts venue awarded Arts Council funding Eastleigh Borough Council’s popular theatre and contemporary arts venue The Point in Eastleigh has been awarded £500,000 funding, over four years, to remain an Arts Council England’s National Portfolio Organisation (NPO). The Point’s ‘ambition and quality of provision’ and ‘the positive impact both on individual members and on Eastleigh’ have been highlighted by the Arts Council in the venue’s success in achieving continuous funding. There is also recognition that the Council’s solid support for the venue has been recognised in the investment decision.

Leader of the Council, Cllr Keith House said: “We are delighted the Arts Council has recognised The Point as a National Portfolio venue once again. The Point, now in its 21st year, has developed enormously during this time and provides a much loved cultural asset for the town centre and wider community. As a council, it’s too easy to

resort to service cuts in light of national austerity, but we want something different for our residents. The benefits of arts and culture to wellbeing is widely recognised, but additionally, the venue and its staff are committed to helping artists develop careers in the performing arts, which in turn helps to benefit our local economy.” Visit www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk

Performers from around the world descend on The Point for renowned aerial festival Aerial performers and practitioners from around the world descended on The Point early this month to take part in the world-renowned European Aerial Dance Festival (EADF).

Aerial performers. Image credit: Mark Morreau

The two-week event, hosted in partnership with award-winning Gravity & Levity, saw aerialists of all levels come together to celebrate the specialist art form. Over the two weeks practitioners took part in specialist classes covering skills from corde lisse, aerial yoga and trapeze to vertical dance and acrobatics, led by world-class experts.

This is the second year The Point, Eastleigh’s prized cultural hub, has hosted the world renowned festival. The venue was selected to house the festival for its unique and unrivalled facilities which includes a double-height Creation Space rigged for the aerial arts alongside a Studio Theatre and Main Auditorium.

Vicki Hargreaves, Dance Development Manager at The Point, said: “This year’s festival was an absolute triumph. It was fantastic to work with Gravity & Levity again and to see our amazing venue hosting such an inspiring and culturally significant event. People from across the world travelled to The Point to share, exchange and learn which is testament to the unrivalled facilities our Creation Space has to offer.”

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The Point and The Berry Theatre

Autumn at The Point, Eastleigh Border Tales by Protein Dance. Image credit: Jane Hobson

Education, Education, Education from The Wardrobe Ensemble and Partners. The arts hub has a stellar comedy venue line up this season too, including The Noise Next Door: Uproar! (14 November) and satirical comedian Mark Thomas: A Show that Gambles on the Future (7 November).

The Point, Eastleigh presents exciting performances this autumn across dance, theatre and comedy. The venue plays host to innovative dance in the shape of Border Tales by Protein Finding Joy

Dance (2 November), Pitch (17 October) and the muchanticipated Fagin’s Twist (20 and 21 October) alongside cabaret JOAN from Milk Presents (21 October). The venue also welcomes the celebrated Vamos Theatre with Finding Joy (23 September), House of Stray Cats for family puppet show The Dream Factory (27 October) and

Feel festive this December with The Point Youth Theatre as the ensemble presents two spectacular Christmas tales with an adaptation of Sleeping Beauty and a charming re-imagining of The Gingerbread Man, both written by Matt Beames. The Point will welcome regional musicians as part of a string of intimate performances in association with SoCo Music Project and Associate Artists Theatre Re presents Birth

(24 November) in the Creation Space. The venue continues its popular Accessible Cinema initiative this autumn, creating a tailored cinematic experience designed for people with Dementia, learning or physical difficulties and their families and carers. The Point presents Tea Dance to celebrate National Older People’s Day Sunday 1 October, 2-5pm

JOAN. Image credit: Field&McGlynn

Sleeping Beauty

Dress to impress and join us at The Point to celebrate how wonderful you are! There will be tea and cake a plenty and wonderful tunes for moving and crooning from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. Tickets: £10 Advanced booking required.

For further information and to book tickets visit www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk or phone the box office on 023 8065 2333

Autumn at The Berry Theatre The Berry Theatre has an unmissable programme of family theatre and comedy this autumn.

The venue presents a fantastic season of children’s theatre, welcoming Little Angel Theatre with Me… (21 October), audience favourites Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company with The Enormous Turnip (26 October), The Snow Dragon by Tall Stories (28 October) and Leaf from Half Moon (4 November). All tickets are priced at £8 for adults and £6 for children.

experience with Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers (16 November) and Kathy Lette’s Girls’ Night Out brings her wit and warmth in an unmissable stand-up show later in the month (30 November). The Berry Youth Theatre presents What is the sky made of? by Hannah Torrance, featuring an ensemble cast on 18 and 19 November. Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers

Blackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park, return to the venue with another anticipated adaptation suitable for all aged 11+ (10 October). The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, adapted for the stage by Nick Lane, will play on 10 November. MTD Productions present a captivating live music For further information and to book tickets visit www.theberrytheatre.co.uk or phone the box office on 023 8065 2333

Feel festive with Santa’s Little Trolls this Christmas as mischievous puppets and people light up the stage in this fun-filled story (14 to 31 December). Audiences are also invited to experience the West End’s acclaimed production of the Young Vic’s Yerma (21 September) as part of the venue’s Live Screen strand.

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Your local area

Hedge End, West End & Botley Supporting Neighbourhood Watch 75 Neighbourhood Watch schemes across the Hedge End, West End & Botley area are being supported by the Local Area Committee (LAC). Neighbourhood Watch aims to bring residents together to create strong, friendly and active communities where crime and anti-social behaviour

are less likely to happen. Neighbourhood Watch is about making sure that fewer people feel afraid, vulnerable or isolated in the place where they live. Working with the Chairman of Eastleigh’s Neighbourhood scheme, the LAC has agreed to fund the renewal of Neighbourhood Watch signs in the local area and also to replace missing or damaged signs.

If you are interested in being a co-ordinator for your area, please email: mikea.enwa.chair@gmail.com

New Councillor for Hedge End Grange Park Following a by-election on 29 June, Cllr Clifford Morris was elected to the Hedge End Grange Park ward. Email clifford.morris@eastleigh.gov.uk or phone 07848 946822

To book the tennis court call 023 8019 5255.

Dropped kerb at Wessex Road

The project is currently at the planning stage but suggested themes are healthy lifestyles, sport, careers and music. Speakers will be invited to the sessions that will highlight nontraditional roles for women and inspire attendees to consider a life without limits. Further details will be available late Autumn.

Anyone for tennis at Moorgreen?

Youth Partnership An event to promote Empowering Young Women, that will coincide with International Women’s Day on Thursday 8 March 2018, has been agreed by the HEWEB Youth Partnership.

Budding Andy Murrays and Johanna Kontas are getting better facilities in Moorgreen. The LAC allocated £10,000 to upgrade the tennis court at Moorgreen Recreation Ground. This was officially opened by the Mayor, Councillor Mo Sollitt, earlier this month ahead of the Parish Council’s Community Games.

A dropped kerb has been installed at the back of Townhill Farm District Centre at Wessex Road, West End. This was requested by local people and will be well used especially by the residents of Linden Court.

Have your say Local Area Committees hold public question sessions at the start of each meeting. Hedge End, West End & Botley (7pm) 6 Nov • 22 Jan 2000 Centre Dates, times and venues are subject to change. For information, or for details of committees and agendas. Visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ meetings

For more information visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/heweb or contact Julia Birt, Area Manager on 023 8068 8437 / julia.birt@eastleigh.gov.uk

Bursledon, Hamble-le-Rice & Hound

Secret Agent who must race against time to find his kidnapped son.

Mallards Road appeal dismissed

Tickets are £10, hot and cold drinks will be available to buy on the night.

An outline planning application for 80 homes on land at Mallards Road, Bursledon was dismissed at appeal by an independent planning inspector. Persimmon Homes appealed the original decision by the Local Area Committee (LAC) to refuse the outline planning permission.

Barclays Bank demolition Demolition work started on the old Barclays Bank on the High Street in Hamble in early August. This is to make way for a Library and Community Hub in Spring 2018. The building is

To book visit www.eastleighfilmfestival.com/ the-black-windmill

Litter bin funding The LAC approved funds to replace approximately 27 litter bins in the area. funded by the two flats above, which will be available to rent.

Film Festival fun at Bursledon Windmill

‘Black Windmill’ on Wednesday 27 September 8.30pm, in the stunning grounds of Bursledon Windmill, bringing the themes of Siegel’s movie to life.

Eastleigh Film Festival will be screening the British classic film

In this dark Brit thriller, Michael Caine plays John, a struggling

Small Works team installed a dropped kerb and level access from the carpark to the toilet.

Have your say Local Area Committees hold public question sessions at the start of each meeting. Bursledon, Hamble-leRice & Hound (6pm) 21 Sept • 23 Nov Hamble Primary School

Public toilet disability access

Dates, times and venues are subject to change.

The LAC and Hamble Parish Council worked together to provide disabled access to the public toilets in the Hamble Lifeboat Building. The Council’s

For information, or for details of committees and agendas. Visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ meetings

For more information visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/bhh or contact Matt Blythe, Area Manager on 023 8068 8311 / matthew.blythe@eastleigh.gov.uk

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Bishopstoke, Fair Oak & Horton Heath Sandy Lane Christmas decorations Thank you to everyone who took part and supported the Fair Oak Carnival and Fete. The street collection raised £755 that will go towards the new Christmas decorations at the Sandy Lane shops.

Local History Walk Find out about Fair Oak’s local history and have a healthy stroll at the same time.

Following the success of the Local History Walk in May, another has been organised for Saturday 23 September from 10.30am to 12noon, starting at Fair Oak Square. The walk is limited to 20 people - bookings can be made via the Parish Office on 023 8069 2403 or email fairoakparish@ btconnect.com

Wyvern 10k Almost 700 runners took part in the annual Wyvern 10k race in July.

The college appreciated the amazing reception that the local residents gave the runners, cheering them on and providing refreshments.

Fun at Bishopstoke Carnival Bishopstoke Carnival takes place over the weekend of Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 September. It offers a weekend of fun activities, including river floats, duck races, the parade and, of course, the fete on Glebe Meadow on Sunday afternoon.

Have your say More is available Localinformation Area Committees holdat www.bishopstokepc.uk. public question sessions at the start of each meeting. Bishopstoke, Fair Oak & Horton Heath (7pm) 20 Sept • 29 Nov Stoke Park Junior School Dates, times and venues are subject to change. For information, or for details of committees and agendas. Visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ meetings

For more information visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/bifohh or contact Andy Thompson, Area Manager on 023 8068 8357 / andrew.thompson@eastleigh.gov.uk

Chandler’s Ford & Hiltingbury Walk the boards at Hocombe Mead New boardwalks will help visitors enjoy the tranquil delights of Hocombe Mead Local Nature Reserve. The Council-run haven for wildlife has received a £28,000 grant from the Veolia Environmental Trust towards new boardwalks and bridges, which will provide continued safe access for all the community to the reserve and its wet woodland. The structures will connect the reserve with the wider path network in the area and replace existing ones that are nearly 20 years old. The Chandler’s Ford & Hiltingbury Local Area

Committee (LAC) has also provided £7,000 towards this exciting scheme. The work will be managed by our Countryside Team, and will be undertaken by contractors. Works are expected to start in September and last for four weeks.

Making local engagement work Two new roles, working with with groups and individuals to help with local issues that are causing concern, have been created. Local Engagement Officers, Ali Densham and Paul Nicholls, have recently worked with residents, Councillors and

Some of the boardwalks set to be replaced

police to try to resolve the problem of inconsiderate parking that has been causing difficulty for disabled householders. As the saying goes “it’s good to talk!” and, as is often the case, once different parties have a conversation, the matter is easy to resolve. Ali and Paul are happy to come along to local community groups to tell you more about their work. Email alison. densham@eastleigh.gov.uk or paul.nicholls@eastleigh.gov.uk

Youth work during the summer Youth work, that takes place at the Hilt on Wednesday and Friday evenings, continues during the holiday periods. If the weather is sunny, and young people are outside, the leaders will provide outdoor activities which may include barbecues, games or simple sit-and-chat sessions. If the building is closed for these sessions to take place, notices will be on the door letting young people know how they can contact staff.

Retirement interests Retired and semi-retired residents can find a full

programme of interesting and stimulating activities in the Chandler’s Ford and Hiltingbury areas - thanks to the local branch of the University of the Third Age (U3A). For further information contact Pauline Bell 023 8026 1659 or visit www.cfordu3a.org.uk to see a full list of activities.

Partnership in Dementia awareness The LAC and British Gas have joined forces to raise awareness and address the needs of people living with dementia. Together they have provided beautiful plant towers in the Chandler’s Ford precinct area which carry the ‘Dementia Friendly’ message. Both organisations are part of the local Dementia Action Group which works to increase knowledge of the best ways to ensure people living with dementia are supported to use services and facilities in their community. Support includes free staff and volunteer training. For more information contact the Dementia Action Group on 023 8000 9595 or email: nick.turner@rightathomeuk.com

Have your say Local Area Committees hold public question sessions at the start of each meeting. Chandler’s Ford & Hiltingbury (7pm) 15 Nov • 17 January The Dovetail Centre Dates, times and venues are subject to change. For information, or for details of committees and agendas. Visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ meetings

For more information visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/cfh or contact Min Partner, Area Manager on 023 8068 8439 / min.partner@eastleigh.gov.uk

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Eastleigh lock-up garages. Residents chose additional parking as the most favoured option, with more lock-up garages being the second most popular.

Accessible Cinema We welcome everyone to our relaxed cinema screenings by creating an accessible, welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for all. We turn the sound down, keep the lights on a little bit and nobody minds if you make some noise or need to move around. Audiences are also able to leave the cinema at any point, with extra staff on hand to help.

The LAC agreed to fund a residents’ car park on the disused play area, to keep the existing lock-up garages and to look at converting the caged kick-about area to a community garden/allotment.

Tuesday 26 September, 10.30am

La La Land

The Angel of Mons in Leigh Road Recreation Ground

Tuesday 10 October, 10.30am

On the Town

War memorial improvements

Tuesday 7 November, 10.30am

The Wizard of Oz All screenings include a 20 minute interval and free tea/coffee and a biscuit.

Tel 023 8065 2333 www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk The Point, Leigh Road, Eastleigh SO50 9DE

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Tickets: £5 carers FREE

Eastleigh residents who died in the First and Second World Wars will, for the first time, have their names engraved on a monument in the town centre. The war memorial in Leigh Road Recreation Ground will undergo a major facelift in time for the 100 years commemoration of the armistice in November 2018. Next year, a pair of granite monoliths, bearing the names of the war dead of Eastleigh parish, will be installed alongside the existing, distinctive monument – a stone plinth supporting a figure of the Angel of Mons. The Council is working with the Royal British Legion to identify the fallen of Eastleigh, and ensure their names are accurately recorded, for unveiling at the remembrance service next year. The work has been made possible with a £35,000 contribution from Eastleigh Local Area Committee (LAC).

A replacement caged kickabout area is being built on the revamped Grantham Green.

Give us your ideas for Pirelli Park Do you live near Pirelli Park? If so, we want your ideas for a planned transformation of this popular open space. We’re quizzing residents about what they want to do in the park and how it might look and we’re asking questions about activities that might take place there – from communal gardening and community events, to playing games or just relaxing.

drawings and models produced by pupils from Cherbourg and Norwood Schools. Work on a new climbing feature and a fully fenced five-a-side football and basketball court will get under way soon.

New bridge opened The Mayor was joined by Daisy Robinson, from the Pavilion on the Park and Gavin Johnson of Friends of Fleming Park to “officially” open the new bridge over Monks Brook at Fleming Park. Two new timber bridges are designed to be pedestrian- and cycle-friendly and form part of the route of the parkland’s recently opened cycle trail. The all-weather trail is used by Cycles4All, a charity based at the Pavilion on the Park, that promotes cycling for people of all abilities, as well as local joggers and dog-walkers.

A community consultation event is taking place on Saturday 9 September, from 12 noon to 3pm in the park and you can also take part in the survey online at: www.eastleigh.gov. uk/pirellipark

Grantham Green transformation celebrated

Replacing the kickabout area

The transformation of Grantham Green, a popular green space in a residential area of Eastleigh town, was celebrated with a community picnic organised by the Friends of Grantham Green.

In response to concerns about anti-social behaviour around the caged kick-about area between High Street and Market Street, we ran a survey asking for residents’ views about replacing it - as well as the disused play area and the

The Council-funded improvements have brought new picnic tables, benches and landscaping, together with newly planted trees, shrubs and wildflower banks. Designs for the picnic tables and benches draw inspiration from

Have your say Local Area Committees hold public question sessions at the start of each meeting. Eastleigh (7pm) 26 Sept • 17 Oct • 21 Nov Eastleigh House Dates, times and venues are subject to change. For information, or for details of committees and agendas. Visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/ meetings

For more information visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/elac or contact Guy Riddoch, Area Manager on 023 8068 3369 / guy.riddoch@eastleigh.gov.uk

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Transport

Think before you Park! The Council constantly receives complaints from local people about cars being parked on verges and footways. We would urge drivers to consider the needs of pedestrians when parking. Parking partially on the footway can force people with pushchairs and those in wheelchairs and mobility scooters on to the carriageway. Parking wholly on the footway forces everybody, including children, the visually impaired and other vulnerable people on to the carriageway.

Footways were designed for the safety of pedestrians, and we are asking all drivers to please respect pedestrians, and cyclists where a ‘shared use’ footway is in existence, and park with consideration.

churned up by poor parking, becoming unsightly and difficult to maintain. Essential utilities are buried beneath our verges and these could in time become damaged too, added to this Hampshire County Council are entitled to consider legal action to meet the cost of repair to verges.

Our grass verges which enhance the environment for our residents are also becoming

Working towards a smart motorway The M27 that runs through part of Eastleigh Borough will be upgraded to a Smart Motorway with work scheduled to start in March 2018. The project will upgrade a 15 mile stretch of the M27 between junction 4 (the M3 Interchange) to junction 11 (at Fareham). An extra lane will be created in each direction by converting the hard shoulder into a permanent running lane. New technology will help reduce disruption by using variable speed limits and provide drivers with better information on conditions ahead. The smart motorway upgrade will bring economic benefits to the area, maintain high safety levels and make journey times more predictable.

• turning the hard shoulder into a permanent fourth running lane and changing junction slip roads to accommodate this

The main elements of the scheme include:

• CCTV monitoring for the whole smart motorway

• new electronic information signs and signals on gantries showing variable mandatory speed limits, and managing traffic flow and incidents

• emergency refuge areas at 1.5 mile intervals, with a telephone link to a regional control centre • improving the central reservation and installing a reinforced barrier to improve safety. More information on the M27 junctions 4 to 11 smart motorways is available at www.highways.gov.uk/m27j4-11-smart-motorway The project is led by Highways England.

Truly independent MOT testing Do you need a reliable, comprehensive and completely independent MOT testing service? Eastleigh Borough Council’s experienced team of professional mechanics test around 2,000 vehicles every year.

We don’t offer a repairs service - if your vehicle fails we’ll only advise you on what work is needed to get it through a subsequent test, but we offer a free re-test if a vehicle is brought back within ten days.

Book online at: www.eastleigh.gov.uk/motbooking

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