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IN THIS ISSUE

HOUSE; ON THE COVER

14 News

The latest local news 22 top properties for sale 23 more news

Macmillan bike ride 26 The modernist barn

A masterpiece of glass & oak 62 DIY yourself fit

How to burn your calories this summer.

80 gardening

First Impressions - Front Gardensn 110 wave 105

Andy Jackson 112 Lyndsey Whiteside

Become a business celebrity!

114 Al Fresco

The stars of outdoor dining 122 our favourite things 125 top properties to let 138 Sand polo

This year’s British Beach Polo Championships 139 scene

Patricks 5th anniversary 140 motoring

The latest motoring news 143 scene

Premier Sports Solutions launch event 149 reviewed

Cottonwood Boutique Hotel 150 sole searching

Step out in this season’s hottest shoes 153 recipe

Stein’s Spanish conquest 154 In conversation with...

Tom Hanks 158 WHAT’S on

The fortnight’s viewing, reading & listening 162 Classified s

On the Cover – Tom Hanks - HOUSE chats to Hollywood’s Mr Nice guy about his new film Larry Crowne & tackling tough issues on screen.

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Only 8 weeks post birth and I'm back. Juggling children and work is what I do best, but until things at home settle down a bit I'm pleased to say that I'm only working part-time. Saying that, I could still do with a little help from Peter Andre!

If you're wondering what I'm talking about then read up on our TV pages about his new show, where Peter helps out members of the public.

I feel obliged to take up some space with a huge congratulations to my husband who successfully completed the 100 mile Macmillan charity bike ride - sleep deprivation (thanks to the new baby!) and no training proved no match for Chris. Well done and congratulations to the rest of the AFC Bournemouth team.

We've been busy again this week packing in as much as we can and my highlights are the stunning barn conversion story on page 26, which has a bitter sweet tale to be told, the Summer Shoes feature on page 150 (yes I'm a

sucker for sexy pair of shoes) and our Tom Hanks interview - you can't say we don't work hard on our editorial here at HOUSE towers!

One thing I've really missed whilst I have been away are the emails I used to get from readers sharing with me thoughts about the magazine and various local topics! So keep me happy and start writing to me again, letting me know your thoughts on just about anything local - good or bad, and you never know we might just feature you. You can contact me at emma@emch.co.uk.

And finally, I'd like to say a very big thank you to our super workforce behind the magazine who put hours of thought, time, effort and dedication into every issue. Well done and thank you Ross, Marc, Jon, Rez and Helen.

Chris Harman MD

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IMMENSE CHARM AND CHARACTER talbot woods, bournemouth This substantial detached family home, occupies a superb southerly plot of just over a third of an acre ø exceptional presentation ø 3 reception rooms plus reception hall ø stunning open - plan kitchen/day room ø 5 bedrooms ø luxury family bathroom plus en suite to master ø separate utility ø garage and boot room Guide £1.1 million Freehold

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One of the areas finest landscaped plots over a third of an acre talbot woods, bournemouth Large southerly plot ø 4 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast room and separate utility ø 4 bedroom - 2 bathrooms ø master bedroom with en suite and dressing room ø over 3000 sq ft of accommodation ø heated swimming pool ø parking for many vehicles Guide £885,000 Freehold

Secluded position talbot woods, bournemouth 5 receptions ø 4 double bedrooms ø 2 en suites plus family bathroom ø modern kitchen/breakfast room ø exceptional presentation ø retaining much of the original style ø double garage ø southerly aspect landscaped plot ø ample off road parking Guide £849,000 Freehold

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Imposing character residence in premier tree lined avenue talbot woods, bournemouth 2 receptions ø 4 double bedrooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø luxury fitted family bathroom ø en suite to master ø utility ø office ø integral garage ø approached via two driveways ø south facing garden ø positioned on approximately a third of an acre Guide £799,950 Freehold

An elegant four bedroom family house talbot woods, bournemouth, dorset Stunning landscaped southerly back garden ø 3 reception rooms ø extensively fitted kitchen/breakfast room ø 4 double bedrooms ø luxury family bathroom and shower room ø tandem garage with eclectic up and over door ø carriage driveway providing ample off road parking Guide £819,000 Freehold

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Delightful two bedroom bungalow talbot woods, bournemouth 2 receptions ø contemporary fitted kitchen ø garden room ø luxury fitted family bathroom ø large westerly aspect rear garden ø plot of approximately 1/4 of an acre ø ample off road parking ø single garage Guide £430,000 Freehold

Modern day lifestyle living talbot woods, bournemouth Large open-plan kitchen and lifestyle living room ø 4 double bedrooms ø luxury family bathroom ø play room ø utility ø south westerly facing rear garden ø completely redesigned throughout Guide £675,000 Freehold

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breeze, boscombe spa village, dorset Choice of 1, 2 & 3 bed brand new apartments ø Close to sandy beaches ø Onsite parking ø Built to a high specification by Linden Homes ø Showhome open everyday 10am - 5pm, Friday 10am - 4pm Prices from £160,000 Leasehold

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NEWS + Comment

Powis celebrate their 2nd Anniversary.

Ray & Juliet Powis are delighted to be celebrating their second trading year Anniversary. Ray Powis commented “They say that in business the first two years are the make or break period, & that milestone has now been successfully negotiated.” Powis Real estate agents report some very impressive figures, exceeding all projected targets. A recent official sold report revealed that, from November 2010 to April 2011, Powis accounted for 33% of the property sales in BH7. A statistic they are all very proud of.

“The public have really embraced our professional eye catching image, & I think we are now one of

the only local agents that has the owners name over the door. He went on to say, “We thought at the outset it was a brave decision, to open in tough economic times.

On the contrary, we have proved that if you work hard, put the customer first, & you have the local knowledge & expertise, you can succeed.”

If you would like any further information or assistance to sell your home then please contact Ray, Juliet or any of the team on 01202 43 55 77.

belvior ride HALF PRICE for charity EX-DISPLAY On 23 July Jeremy from Belvior lettings will be cycling between all of the properties that they manage starting in Charminster in the west and finishing in Milford On Sea in the east – a total of 140 properties!

Jeremy shall be stopping at each property on the way to have a photo taken as evidence and shall be knocking on the doors rattling his collection tin! “I’m looking to raise at least £400.00 for this worthy cause towards a Belvoir group total of £10,000. “I’m asking all of my landlords, tenants contractors and local contacts to help me on my way to this total and support me by donating at least £5.00. Don’t forget to tick the Gift Aid box when you donate.”

If you are in the market for a new kitchen – the deals don’t get better than this! From the Kitchen and Bathroom Haven Canford Cliffs three-storey showroom there are two stunning deals to be had – first come first served – you don’t get many of these to the pound!

Two kitchens; one discounted from £25,000 to just £11,000 and another from £20,000 to £9,000!

All appliances, hob, hood, cabinets and work surfaces are included – even the taps! They come as seen ex fit. Pop in and see these deals for yourself – or enquire at either Canford Cliffs or Ringwood about your own dream improvements and remember KBH won’t be beaten on price of a comparable quality!

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ACTAPS Accepts Frettens Disputed Wills Specialist Michelle Hayter, Dispute Resolution Partner at Frettens Solicitors, has been accepted as an Associate Member of The Association of Contentious Trust & Probate Specialists (ACTAPS). Very few solicitors in this area specialise in handling contested wills & estates.

Frettens provides a variety of specialist legal services for their clients’ business & personal lives.

The firm has a built a strong reputation for handling claims over disputed wills & inheritances, whether acting against an estate or for one of its executors.

Michelle’s ACTAPS status provides clients with the assurance that This year, Michelle successfully represented two executor clients

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eclectic look, and place to lounge, relax and people watch.

Flirt Café Bar is in The Triangle next to the main door of the Library. Open every day with a DIY Salad Bar, Hot Food, Cream Teas, Waffles and more, free Wi-Fi, music, video screens and lots of surprises, you can be sure that the Legend Vibe is back again!

Visit www.frettens.co.uk for more information..

BOURNECOAST GO “LARGE” WITH the by-line that landlords can ‘unlock the true value’ of their properties, Bournecoast have secured some very attractive properties for their holiday lettings department.

A bus advertising campaign earlier in the year started the ball rolling, followed recently by a big billboard campaign over the past couple of months.

The billboards added a personal touch by including 5ft high photos of all three directors of Bournecoast and this has attracted much interest, especially from existing and new landlords.

With the success of these two campaigns and the ongoing regular release of articles to the press, the holiday lettings department have seen increased interest resulting in exceeding not only the amount of properties for let, but also seeing a rise in bookings.

News in brief...

The “Legend” Boys are back in town Remember the original Legend Café Bar in Bourne Avenue? It was created in 1993

by Rob Hazell & Peter Moody, and during their six years it actually became a “Legend” which is still talked about today.

Rob & Peter are back with an all-new café bar, a modern and

in a High Court case which involved a disputed inheritance claim brought by a beneficiary against the executors of a will for a six figure sum. Michelle said: “I have specialised in this field for several years & I am delighted to have completed the ACTAPS training course.

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Joanne Geraghty who heads up the holiday department said, “We are delighted that last month we exceeded all our targets & are looking forward to a bright summer ahead.”

If you are interested in registering your property for holiday lets, contact Bournecoast who manage the whole process for you with their dedicated Customer Care Team on 01202 437888 or visit their website for more information at www.bournecoast.co.uk

Realty Property Solutions Ltd of Lower Parkstone are delighted to be hosting a Landlord Open Evening on Wednesday 10th August 2011 between 4pm – 7pm The residential lettings industry is growing due to the recent down turn in the economy and the lack of lending for mortgages, this has seen a number of reluctant landlords entering the lettings market with a large number of them unsure about what to do and what their legal obligations are. Our licensed and experienced members of staff will be available to offer expert advice and first hand knowledge of the lettings

SEASIDE HOTEL LAUNches The all-new ‘Cottonwood Boutique Hotel’, the most exciting and hotly-anticipated boutique hotel in Bournemouth, has launched this month. Operated by Quantum Hotel Group, a division of the locally-based Quantum Group of companies, The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel is a chic, stylish and contemporary establishment, offering panoramic bay views in a five-star location on Eastcliff, just metres from the clifftop.

The hotel’s ‘Bar Vista’ and the ‘Garden Restaurant’ are both now open to the public and are already building a following as the latest fashionable venues. The Cottonwood Boutique, Quantum Hotel Group’s signature hotel among its trio of new hotels on East Cliff which also include ‘The Ocean View Hotel’ and ‘Bayview

process from rental values to our various services and fees, there will also be the opportunity to have any questions relating to residential lettings answered, whether it is a problem tenancy you may have, buy to let advice or just help and guidance for the future.

Reduced fees will be offered to all new Landlord’s who attend this event, if you require more information about this event or have a property to let please contact Katie on 01202 733333 or email info@realtyproperties.co.uk

house & son House and Son are delighted to announce the launch of their new website, which has now gone live. The new site has been developed over a number of months and uses cutting edge technology and a modern and innovative approach to ensure that its users can easily navigate the site and find exactly what they are looking for. Neil Wren & Colin Wetherall (Managing Directors) both expressed their delight with the end product, “ We are extremely pleased with the professional results we have achieved with the website and feel this reflects House and Son and our professional approach to all the services we offer” Please visit our website @ www.houseandson. eu and please contact us on 01202 242000 for lettings and 01202 244844 for sales.

Breeze Hotel’, is set to surprise and delight all its guests. With significant emphasis being placed on the quality of the customer service and a large food and drink focus, the hotel hopes to establish itself as a high quality dining destination and cosmopolitan meeting place for all ages, locals and tourists alike.

The hotel is an ideal destination for those visiting the town for a sophisticated weekend break or holiday, as well as for local people.

Rooms are available for private hire and group booking packages are available.

The hotel owners and management are celebrating the launch of the new hotel with a summer wine and dine offer, in which two people can enjoy three courses and a complimentary bottle of wine for just £29.95 within the Garden Restaurant, which overlooks the hotel’s terrace garden and which has sea views.

Massive savings on Furniture, Homewares & Fashions 10 Deep, Two Angle, Undrcrwn & Rocawear www.middleditchsalvage.com | Sturminster Marshall

Realty Landlord Open Evening

The offer is available from Monday – Thursday evenings from 1st July until 25th August, excluding 18th August.

For more information or for bookings call The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel on 01202 553183 or visit www.thecottonwoodboutique.co.uk.

News in brief...

Local bathroom retailer Island Bathrooms celebrates its thirtieth year of business with its ‘30 Years, 30 Offers, 30 Days’ sale. From 11th of July until 10th August, thirty top quality bathroom products have been given even bigger reductions than usual, including half price heavy duty baths and half price selected Vado

taps. Stocks are limited, so act fast if you want to take advantage of these one-off savings.

Find them at 308-310 Holdenhurst Road, BH8 8AY, or view online at www.islandbathrooms.co.uk.”

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PANORAMIC HARBOUR VIEWS

£945,000

A contemporary four/five bedroom family home benefiting from fantastic views across Poole Harbour to Poole Quay, Brownsea Island and Sandbanks.

4/5 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 3 Bathrooms | Fully fitted study | South west facing sun terraces | Integral double garage

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£899,950

An immaculate and spacious four bedroom family home situated in a quiet cul-de-sac with direct private access to the beach at Branksome Chine.

4 bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 4 Reception rooms | Secluded garden | Direct private access to beach | Double garage

Canford Cliffs office | 01202 706888 | canfordcliffs@winkworth.co.uk 11 Haven Road, Poole, BH13 7LE

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LILLIPUT

ÂŁ399,950

A detached chalet bungalow situated in a cul-de-sac within Lilliput First School catchment with long private drive and detached double garage.

3 Double bedrooms | Lounge/dining room | Good sized accommodation | Upvc double glazing | Generous off road parking | Must be viewed

LOWER PARKSTONE

ÂŁ499,950

A detached three bedroom house situated in a popular location with a large southerly facing rear garden and detached garage and off road parking.

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Reception rooms | Southerly facing garden | Kitchen/breakfast room | Detached garage

Penn Hill office | 01202 733000 | pennhill@winkworth.co.uk 135 Penn Hill Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole, BH14 9LY

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SOUTHBOURNE ÂŁ315,000 A beautiful four bedroom character cottage with a wealth of original features, two reception rooms, large kitchen/breakfast room and cellar/cinema room.

4 Bedrooms | Luxury fitted bathroom | Large kitchen/breakfast room | Front and rear gardens with decking and hot tub | Detached double garage

SOUTHBOURNE

ÂŁ219,950

A superbly presented two bedroom duplex residence with its own private entrance situated within a short walk of the seafront and amenities.

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sun balcony | Garden terrace | Accommodation over two floors | Viewing highly recommended

Southbourne office | 01202 434365 | southbourne@winkworth.co.uk 29 Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth, BH6 3QT

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TALBOT WOODS ÂŁ550,000 An exceptionally well presented detached three bedroom family home, full of character and constructed in the early part of the century as a coach house.

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Garden room | Conservatory | Double garage and car port

TALBOT WOODS

ÂŁ800,000

A exceptionally well presented five bedroom character residence situated in a popular tree lined road in Talbot Woods Five bedrooms | Four reception rooms | Two bathrooms | Large kitchen breakfast room | Conservatory | Large secluded garden

Westbourne office | 01202 767633 | westbourne@winkworth.co.uk 77 Poole Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9BB

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BRANKSOME PARK £449,950

LILLIPUT

A first floor apartment situated within 200 yards of the beach. Balcony and two underground parking spaces.

An immaculately presented first floor apartment with A stylish open plan first floor apartment on the waters edge superb views over Blue Lagoon and Poole Harbour beyond. enjoying spectacular views across Poole Harbour.

2/3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Parking spaces | Well presented

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Fitted kitchen | Underground parking

£449,950

SANDBANKS £1,495,000

3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | Use of slipway and jetty | 2 Balconies

Penn Hill office | 01202 733000 | pennhill@winkworth.co.uk

LOWER PARKSTONE £174,950

LOWER PARKSTONE £207,000

An immaculately presented ground floor apartment with good sized accommodation and secure off road parking.

A well presented first floor apartment with many original features, A two double bedroom first floor apartment with distant views balcony, rear garden and off road parking. towards Poole Harbour from the south facing balcony.

LOWER PARKSTONE £229,950

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Open plan living | Gated development

2 Bedrooms | Kitchen/breakfast room | Original features | Study

2 bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Fitted kitchen | Garage and off road parking

Southbourne office | 01202 434365 | southbourne@winkworth.co.uk

SOUTHBOURNE £259,950

BOSCOMBE

A spacious and well presented ground floor apartment with own private entrance and off road parking.

A superbly presented modern and stylish three bedroom apartment with sea views towards Old Harry Rocks.

A well presented three bedroom fifth floor apartment with spacious lounge, balcony, kitchen and ample storage.

2 Bedrooms | Lounge | Kitchen/breakfast room | Off road parking

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Luxury kitchen/breakfast room | Garage

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Secure underground parking | No forward chain

BOURNEMOUTH

£169,950

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£259,950

Westbourne office | 01202 767633 | westbourne@winkworth.co.uk

TALBOT WOODS £214,950

BRANKSOME PARK

A well presented modern two double bedroom top floor apartment with fitted kitchen and underground parking.

A well presented two bedroom top floor apartment enjoying spacious living accommodation and tree top views.

A three double bedroom first floor apartment with balcony, luxury fitted kitchen and two parking spaces.

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Modern bathroom | Underground parking

2 Bedrooms | Modern fitted kitchen | Popular location | Garage

3 Double bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Two parking spaces

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£184,950

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THROOP - £349,950

This property would appeal to many. Either for investment, development or a large family home. Currently this unique house has been converted by its current owner into two, 2 bedroom flats. The current owners are currently applying for planning permission. The ground floor flat also benefits from rear garden and conservatory. This property must be viewed to appreciate it’s potential. For further information or to arrange a viewing contact Connells, Poole.

Close to country and riverside walks is this delightful modern day semi detached 3 bedroom cottage in the conservation village of Throop. Part of The Green development (built by Taylor Woodrow in 1997) , and a very short walk to the village green, wildflower meadow and pond. The property has been updated with UPVC double glazed windows and the addition of a conservatory by Apple overlooking the delightful and secluded garden.

Connells 01202 673977

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BOURNEMOUTH - £149,950

This immaculately presented modern detached residence situated on the desirable southern edge of Stoborough village.This lovely home is set in just over a third of an acre grounds and offers spacious accommodation along with attractive gardens with summerhouse and hot-tub. There are four good size bedrooms, including the master bedroom suite with dressing room and en suite shower room and a further en suite bedroom. The living accommodation includes a spacious modern fitted kitchen, a sitting room, dining room and an open plan sunroom.

A substantial 8 double bedroom late Victorian/ early Edwardian period that has retained many original features and presented in an authentic manner. The property is adjacent to the Victorian Spa are now known as Boscombe Spa and minutes walk to the seafront. The property boasts many original features including a Victorian conservatory, large open fireplaces, stained glass windows, sash windows, coach house garage with double doors and an original ‘Thomas Crapper’ cloakroom. South facing rear garden. Viewing is considered essential in order to appreciate the properties originality, scope and size of accommodation available.

New to the market via Goadsby’s Bournemouth office is this Ground floor flat in this popular location situated in the heart of the Bournemouth within a stroll to the Beach and the Town Centre.

The accommodation includes 2 good sized double bedrooms, a modern fitted kitchen, spacious lounge, bathroom and garage.

Alexandra Hayes of Goadsby comments ‘benefiting from its own private entrance door, in a sought after location, this truly is a good flat ideal for a young couple looking for their first step on the property ladder’

Isle of Purbeck Village Location

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Short walk from the beach

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Ground floor flat

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TOWN CENTRE - £135,000

CLOSE TO TOWN - £149,950

SALE AGREED SOLD

SALE AGREED SOLD

Superb Investment Opportunity. Minimum 6.2% return from this two double bedroom second floor converted flat which was completely refurbished within the last 12 months. GFCH. Share of Freehold with new lease. Sole Agents.

TOWN CENTRE - £239,950

A three bedroom four storey Mews Style Town House in a popular Town Centre development. The property comprises an entrance hall which gives access to the sitting/dining room and fitted kitchen with integrated appliances. A top floor landing which offers two bedrooms and a separate WC. Lower floors offer the Master bedroom suite and family bathroom, utility room and garage with electronic door.

Additional benefits include gas fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

Character Garden Apartment. Very well presented offering private South facing garden, two bedrooms, gas fired central heating, UPVC double glazing, fitted kitchen, bathroom and balcony. No chain. Sole Agents.

WESTBOURNE - £359,950

A beautifully presented three bedroom mid terraced two storey town house in a rarely available, Mews style development between Westbourne & Bournemouth. Benefits from an entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room, stunning fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and a large conservatory with access onto the attractive south facing low maintenance decked garden. Two luxury bathrooms, one being en-suite, gas fired central heating, double glazing, garage and parking space. Joint Agents

BROMPTON COURT TALBOT PARK - £425,000 A well presented four bedroom family home with one bedroom Annexe in a very popular and established area of Bournemouth, conveniently located to Winton shops and Bournemouth University. This delightful property benefits from an entrance hall, a spacious sitting room, dining room and a fitted kitchen. The first floor comprises of four bedrooms, one of which has a balcony overlooking the gardens and two bathrooms one of which is en-suite to the master. The self contained annexe is located on the ground floor offering a double bedroom, lounge/kitchen and shower room.

The rear garden is a particular feature being tastefully landscaped. There is an integral garage, UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating.

There is also plenty of parking to the front of the property. No Chain.

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NEWS + Comment

Local businesses ride for Macmillan Sunday 3rd July saw hundreds of people, including the AFC Business team, get together for various length cycle rides in aid of Macmillan Cancer care. The AFC team, organised by Commercial Director Rob Mitchell, made up of some 26 local business people, took part in all available lengths of the ride, including many taking on the 100 mile challenge. As we went to press, the total raised by the AFC Business team topped a whopping £6,800! All for a very worthwhile cause that makes a real difference to the life’s of people suffering from Cancer and their families.

Rob is pictured with some of the team members, including Amanda Burger, Spin Instructor at The Club at Meyrick Park Bournemouth, who trained the team since the beginning of this year. Amanda comments, “Thank you to the Club at Meyrick Park for providing us with the facilities to train on a weekly basis and well done to the members of the team who have consistently turned up every Monday night without fail, they’ve trained hard and I admire their commitment to the charity, their efforts to raise funds and their tenacity to complete the 100 mile challenge! On behalf of The Club at Meyrick Park, The AFC Bournemouth Business Club and Macmillan Cancer Trust, we thanks all the riders for their efforts” There’s still time to show your support though by donating at www.justgiving.com/AFC-Business

Northwood round up landlord donations Northwood Rental Agents would like to thank all their Landlords for their generous donations towards the 100 mile Macmillan Dorset Bike Ride on Sunday 3rd July 2011. Amanda Burger, Branch Manager at Northwood who is pictured (Centre) with Rob Mitchell Commercial Director of AFC Bournemouth and Jane Munden, Director of Northwood says, “We are delighted to help raise funds for such a worthy cause and would like to wish the 26 riders of the AFC Business Club team all the best of luck for the 3rd July”. Rob Mitchell set up the team and there are 26 members of the AFC Business Cycle Team who will be cycling between 10100 miles on the day, and the aim is to raise £10,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support, who are the official charity partner of AFC Business.

Please support our team by donating at www. justgiving.com/AFC -Business.

A tough day out of the office 24

It was all very innocent and all too easy to get myself wrapped up in cycling 100 miles

for charity! We’re big supporters of AFCB at House magazine and it was at one of the AFC Business – their business networking events – breakfasts that I was chatting to Rob Mitchell from AFCB and Chrissie Wathen-Neal, fundraising manager for Macmillan in Dorset.

It turned out, Rob had decided to enter a team for their Dorset cycle ride and thought I might be up for a challenge, ‘sure’, I said rather naively, ‘how far?’, anything from 10 miles to 100 was the response. Of course, never one to do things by halves, I jumped straight in volunteering for the 100 mile ride, after all, it’s for a good cause, and how hard can it really be I thought. Pretty hard as it turns out!

That was several months ago when it all seemed very distant and easy, but the months passed incredibly quickly and before we knew it, it was show time! Fortunately, the team had been lucky enough to have use of the spinning room at the Club at Meyrick Park, along with the superb tutoring of Amanda Burger.

Although I’m a pretty keen cyclist, I’ve never ridden close to 100 miles, so promised myself lots of training to prepare for the day.

My plans however, were somewhat scuppered by the arrival of our second child, with that

momentous event, went my training time, straight out the window. Don’t get me wrong, this was no surprise birth, so I really should have been better prepared! So there I was, morning of the ride and about 3 hours worth of training under my belt in preparation, well done, I thought, this is really going to hurt. There was no backing out for me though, having lost my mother to cancer only four weeks before, the amazing care that Macmillan give was right at the front of my mind as I set off alongside hundreds of other cyclists, some clearly more used to distances like that than others, but all with bundles of passion for the cause.

To cut a long ride short, there was lots and lots of hills and it was incredibly hard work, 100 miles, really is a long way to ride. We were helped along the way though, by some fantastic volunteers manning the refreshment stations along the route, the help of which, we really couldn’t have done it without.

Thanks to everyone who came out to support us riders, thanks to everyone who sponsored anyone riding, and thanks to all those riders for putting in the effort to raise so much money for such a good cause. Well done everyone.

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The Modernist Barn of Glass and Oak

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Nestling in the Kent countryside this modernist barn conversion is a masterpiece of glass and oak.

It was built by Liana Fox and her late husband Nigel in the grounds of Poldhurst Manor near to Canterbury.

The couple bought the large manor property, which came complete with numerous barns and outbuildings, for ÂŁ450,000 in 1995. Its previous owners had been farmers and the house hadn't been touched for years while the outbuildings were converted for agricultural use.

It was while considering their options that the Foxs first began to consider renovating the nearby barn, which dated from the 1300s, as opposed to the manor house.

After to two years of discussions with planners they eventually sold the manor for ÂŁ1.55m and began work converting the barn. Their aim was to create something remarkable and modern juxtaposing 13th Century external wall with acres

of glass. With most of the work complete the couple finally moved in June 2008.

Shortly afterwards Nigel was diagnosed with a brain tumour and sadly passed away in January 2010. However, he lived to see his dream for the barn come to life.

Today the property actually consists of two different barns. Manor Barn contains the main living space, consisting of five bedrooms and four reception rooms. Meanwhile, New Barn is set just across the garden and is home to a home office and a gym.

The oak frame of Manor Barn has been carefully restored so that it forms an integral part of the design - acting as a contrast to the huge walls of

glass that allow light to flood into the property.

You first enter the barn via glass doors that are set in a glazed wall around which the house has been designed. This provides breathtaking views over the surrounding gardens and lakes from all areas of the property.

As you enter, directly in front in the L section of the former cowshed there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms. However, the most breathtaking aspect of the barn is to the left, as the entrance hall opens out onto a vast central space that has been subtly subdivided to provide different 'rooms'. This enormous space is dominated by a glazed wall that looks and opens out onto dramatic garden views and the lakes beyond.

The property boasts breathtaking views over the surrounding gardens and lakes from all areas of the property

As you walk in you are faced with a large reception space, a study area and a separate sunken seating area.The designer kitchen, which comes complete with a glazed roof, is set in the former cart bay entrance and has double height ceilings. The handmade Italian kitchen boasts a superb range of fitted equipment - such as a steam oven, microwave grill oven and wok hob all by Gaggenau. There are Barazza stainless steel sinks, work surfaces with Corian tops and a walk in larder. To the other side of the kitchen is the dining area which, together with the kitchen, opens out to a decked outdoors area. The furthest end of this central space is taken up by a cinema room with cocktail bar and adjoining wine cellar.

Meanwhile, a curved steel and glass opentread staircase leads up to the 1st floor where the property's other two bedrooms can be found. One of these appears to dramatically "float" in mid air above the reception areas below. Both rooms benefit from curved glass walls, huge bedroom area and separate dressing rooms and ensuites.

The property's bathrooms all feature Duravit baths (one with Jacuzzi style spa) and WCs; hand crafted corian wash hand basins and Italian porcelain tiling throughout.

The whole property also boasts the best in modern technology, including integral lighting

and sound systems and zone controlled air conditioning and heating systems. Set just across from the Manor Barn, the New Barn houses a kitchen, large office area and gym.

The outside space is just as amazing as the inside with landscaped gardens and a pair of stream fed lakes stocked with Brown and Rainbow trout. Meanwhile, paved terraces, hardwood decks, and formal lawns providing seating areas designed to capture the sun at all hours of the day.

Photos by Rex Features

EMPORIO 5 BEDROOM UNIQUE MANSION Guide Price

ÂŁ4,250,000 Emporio is an uber-luxurious property with a striking architectural prowess, beautifully designed over three floors of abundant curved glass elevations. This modern mansion occupies a position adjacent to the action packed shores of Poole Harbour with stunning views of Brownsea Island and beyond. Emporio offers five elegant double bedrooms, all with bespoke en-suite bathrooms, open plan living area with top spec kitchen, cinema, top floor function room and a lift which services all floors.

Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset TELEPHONE 01202 716873 / WWW.SILVERARROWDEVS.COM

TEMPLEWOOD EIGHT LUXURY HARBOUR VIEW APTS. Guide Price

FROM

ÂŁ650,000 EACH

Temple Wood is located in the exclusive area of Canford Cliffs, and moments away from the award winning beaches of Sandbanks and Poole harbour, the second largest harbour in the world, providing a playground for all watersports enthusiasts. The prestigious Parkstone Golf Club, one of the finest in southern England, is located metres away from Temple Wood.

Templewood, 140 Canford Cliffs Road. Poole. BH13 7ER TELEPHONE 01202 716873 / WWW.SILVERARROW-UK.COM

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RESIDENTIAL

A brand new development of truly stunning & magnificent detached family dwellings finished to an exceptional standard throughout, situated within the historic market town of Wareham. Kingston House benefits from a grand entrance hall with sweeping solid oak staircase, drawing room with open “Chesney’s” fireplace, dining room, study, magnificent kitchen/family room including “Gaggenau & Neff” appliances with exquisite orangery beside, first floor master suite with fitted dressing room & separate en-suite bath & shower room with “Matki & Dansani” fittings, guest bedroom with fitted furniture & en-suite, 3rd bedroom with fitted furniture & en-suite, second floor with bedroom 4, bedroom 5 with fitted furniture, family shower room, guest suite, second lounge/playroom/ reception room, audio visual throughout the home. All set within grounds of approx ¼ acre, only a short walk from Wareham town centre & river. This wonderful residence is nestled within an exclusive development of a handful of properties currently under construction to be available soon. Viewing is strongly recommended.

WAREHAM

Tel: 01929 552206

£1,200,000

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RESIDENTIAL

Set on the enviable Southern edge of Stoborough is this well presented and imposing detached residence boasting 4 bedrooms, 2 with en-suites, detached large double garage, off road parking, 4 reception rooms and good sized rear garden.

An extremely attractive cottage style residence built approximately 3 years ago. Spacious hallway, utility room, cloakroom/wc, lounge with woodburner, kitchen/family room, conservatory, 4 bedrooms, en suite shower room & family bathroom/shower room, large rear gardens backing onto fields.

WAREHAM

NOMANSLAND

£650,000

£579,950

Tel: 01929 552206

An exceptional and substantial modern family home being ideally located and offering 5 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, large kitchen/ dining room, indoor pool, sauna, double garage and glorious landscape gardens.

Tel: 01425 656666

Situated in a sought after and well established location this spacious well presented detached family home offers 4 double bedrooms, master with en suite and dressing room, 2 reception rooms, plus kitchen/dining room and a beautifully landscaped level and secluded rear garden.

AVON CASTLE

BROADSTONE

£995,000

£499,950

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RESIDENTIAL

Situated in this semi-rural location with access to Wimborne & Broadstone is this handsome 1930’s 6 bedroom family home offering spacious well proportioned accommodation backing on to paddocks with 3 reception rooms, garage/ study, summerhouse/workshop just some of its benefits. NO FORWARD CHAIN

ASHINGTON, NR WIMBORNE

A stunning character house situated on Bournemouth’s West Cliff moments from the beach, suitable for home with income, 13 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 5 reception rooms, separate annex, car port, two kitchens, large gardens, NO FORWARD CHAIN.

WEST CLIFF

Tel:01202 856666

Tel: 01202 767688

£619,950

£1,800,000

This exceptional 5/6 bedroom family residence boasts an array of features including a magnificent indoor leisure complex with pool, Jacuzzi and sauna with unparalleled living space. Now unexpectedly re available so please call the office for further information or to arrange a viewing.

An immaculate and spacious 3 bedroom detached home within putting distance of the famous Parkstone Golf Course. Boasting incredible living space with large living/sun/ dining room making the most of the sunny south-west elevation.

BRANKSOME PARK

LOWER PARKSTONE

£1,350,000

£569,950

Tel: 01202 701616

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RESIDENTIAL

A stunning, architecturally designed 3 bedroom barn conversion nestled away in a picturesque mews style development in the popular village location of Portesham. Goadsby are pleased to present to the market a stunningly presented and beautifully executed 3 bedroom barn conversion boasting a wealth of character throughout in the picturesque coastal village.

PORTESHAM

This is a beautifully presented penthouse located on the East Cliff a few minutes walk of the popular sandy beaches. With accommodation comprising sitting room opening onto large south facing sun terrace, dining room, modern kitchen with integrated appliances, superb reception area with feature window, 3 double bedrooms with 2 en suites and further bathroom.

EAST CLIFF

Tel: 01305 831831

Tel: 01425 656666

O.I.E.O £385,000

£645,000

A luxury 4 bedroom ground floor apartment measuring just over 2000sq ft. The apartment is on the ground floor and also boasts 3 bathrooms, kitchen/diner, utility room and spacious lounge/ diner with access onto a large terrace. Owners have found a property and are keen to sell.

Internal viewing is highly recommended as these are very unique.

This chalet style home has extremely good accommodation and is located in Talbot Woods. Also benefitting from a secluded south facing rear garden with decking and hot tub (included in the sale). Internally the house has 4 bedrooms, one with en suite, 3 reception rooms and kitchen/diner, utility room also. The current owners have substantially improved the house.

EAST CLIFF

TALBOT WOODS

£775,000

£650,000

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RESIDENTIAL FERNDOWN T: 01202 895511

IDEAL STARTER HOME

A lovely and well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 reception room family home. Offering good sized accommodation whilst being located in a desirable area within easy reach of Ferndown town centre. The property also offers double glazing, driveway and a private enclosed rear garden.

Located in an extremely desirable location close to Ferndown town centre this bungalow offers spacious accommodation as follows; 2/3 bedrooms, sitting room, dining room, kitchen breakfast room, bathroom and 2 separate WC’s. In addition there is a driveway, integral workshop/store and attractive and low maintenance gardens.

Great Value £205,000 COY POND T: 01202 767688

QUIET LOCATION

A stunning fully refurbished detached chalet overlooking Bournemouth’s Gardens. Open plan lounge dining room, luxury appointed kitchen, 2 ground floor bedrooms both ensuite, first floor master suite, large rear back garden, driveway, garage and store room.

FERNDOWN T: 01202 895511

NO FORWARD CHAIN

STUNNING SEA VIEWS

WAREHAM T: 01929 552206

In need of modernisation, a dated and extended 3 bedroom detached house in an extremely popular residential location, benefiting gas central heating, kitchen, lounge, dining room and study. Double garage and off road parking, enclosed rear garden.

No forward chain. An internal inspection must be arranged to avoid disappointment.

View Today £250,000

ALUM CHINE T: 01202 767688

A spacious ground floor apartment within walking distance to the beach, private entrance, lounge dining room, kitchen, utility, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, parking. Un-expectedly reavailable.

Be Quick £275,000 TOP FLOOR FLAT

HARMANS CROSS T: 01929 425055

A detached Purbeck stone chalet residence with modern & well designed interior, comprising 3 double bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room & large galleried study area.

Delightful rural outlook & well presented garden & sun terrace to the rear. Master bedroom suite to top floor with en-suite bathroom and south facing balcony, ample off road parking & garage.

Beautifully Presented £399,500

BRANKSOME PARK T: 01202 767688

An extremely well presented top floor flat in prime location being within walking distance to local shops, set behind private gates, 2 large double bedrooms master with en-suite, lounge dining room, bathroom, newly fitted kitchen, sun room, single garage, private loft space.

No Chain £295,000 NO FORWARD CHAIN

WEST PARLEY T: 01202 895511

Boasting spacious accommodation and being ideally located close to local schools and shops makes this property an ideal purchase. Offering 4 bedrooms, a good sized kitchen/breakfast room and sitting/dining room, utility room, integral garage, driveway and a glorious well stocked large garden. The property does require some modernisation.

Key In Office £250,000

No Chain £495,000 MODERNISATION REQUIRED

IDEAL FAMILY HOME

View Today £299.950 LARGE REAR GARDEN

ALDERHOLT T: 01425 656666

A well appointed non estate chalet style family residence recently redecorated throughout and offering well planned and spacious accommodation with good size reception hallway, downstairs cloakroom/shower room, generous size lounge, dining room, 20’ kitchen/breakfast room, 4/5 bedrooms.

Guide price £385,000

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RESIDENTIAL CORFE MULLEN T: 01202 692145

COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS

An individual detached, 3 bedroom property offering flexible accommodation, both dining room & sitting have floor to ceiling windows with superb view. Beautifully landscaped gardens, and a decked seating area for alfresco dining.

Sunny Aspect £299,950 CLOSE TO VILLAGE CENTRE

VERWOOD T: 01202 827333

A beautifully appointed 3 double bedroom detached bungalow situated on a modern development close to Verwood Town Centre. The property comprises of a lounge, separate dining room, modern kitchen/breakfast room, an en-suite wet room to the master bedroom, family bathroom, detached garage and driveway and a sunny rear garden.

Vendor Suited £319,950 CHALET BUNGALOW

QUEENS PARK T: 01202 537333

Situated in a sought after area this property has 3 bedrooms, 25ft lounge/dining room, 22ft kitchen/breakfast room, bathroom & en-suite shower, beautiful secluded rear garden with outdoor office, garage, off road parking and carport.

Chain Free £385,000

TOWN CENTRE LOCATION

BROADSTONE T: 01202 692145

Situated in Broadstone town centre, this purpose-built 2 bedroom top floor flat boasts a modern re-fitted kitchen, newly fitted bathroom suite, living dining room, gas fired heating and garage.

Viewing Recommended £159,500 ABUTTING WOODLAND

VERWOOD T: 01202 827333

A stunning 4/5 double bedroom detached family home situated in a private position. The property comprises of a lounge with vaulted ceilings, dining room, study/bed 5, 24’ kitchen/family room, conservatory an en-suite to the master bedroom and externally an attached double garage, ample driveway space and well landscaped front and rear gardens.

Offers In The Region Of £430,000 STUNNING SECLUDED GARDEN

MOORDOWN T: 01202 537333

A spacious and well presented family home offering 3 reception rooms, downstairs shower room, modern kitchen, 4 bedrooms (1 & 2 with fitted wardrobes), landscaped rear garden, off road parking and garage.

No Forward Chain £279,950

WEST CANFORD HEATH T: 01202 692145

IDEAL FAMILY HOME

An exceptionally well presented 4 bedroom detached family home set at the foot of a popular cul-de-sac benefitting from a luxury kitchen and re-fitted bathrooms, conservatory and secluded rear garden.

Call Today £285,000 ¼ ACRE PLOT IN TOWN CENTRE

VERWOOD T: 01202 827333

A deceptively spacious and versatile 4/5 double bedroom detached chalet house situated in the heart of Verwood. The property comprises a 27’ lounge/diner, 18’ kitchen/breakfast room, dressing room to the master bedroom, en-suite to bed 2, family bathroom, ground floor shower room & garage all set in beautifully landscaped grounds of just over 1/4 of and acre.

Offers In The Region Of £475,000 EXCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT

QUEENS PARK T: 01202 537333

A 2 bedroom FFF offering a contemporary style kitchen with integrated appliances, lounge/dining room, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, further bathroom, off road parking and within walking distance of Queens Park Golf Course. NO CHAIN.

Must View £189,950

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RESIDENTIAL CORFE MULLEN,WIMBORNE T: 01202 856666

NEW BUNGALOW

Situated in this cul de sac location is this brand new 2 bedroom detached bungalow offering planned accommodation including a modern kitchen, lounge/diner, family bathroom, car port, rear garden, double glazing, gas central heating & NHBC guarantee.

Situated in this popular village location is this spacious 2 bedroom bungalow on a delightful corner plot opposite fields comprising of a spacious lounge with separate dining area, kitchen, family bathroom, dining hallway, lean to conservatory, garage with store room & easily maintainable rear garden.

Completion August 2011 £250,000 SIZEABLE REAR GARDEN

HAMWORTHY T: 01202 673375

Located just around the corner from Hamworthy Park and Beach this property is a must see! Benefits include private entrance, 2 bedrooms, good size lounge/diner, kitchen/ breakfast room, and family bathroom, front and sizeable rear garden and ample driveway parking. In need of general refurbishment throughout.

Try An Offer! £165,000 MODERN & BRIGHT APARTMENT

BRANKSOME PARK T: 01202 701616

A beautiful and bright 3 bedroom top floor apartment nestled in a quiet spot in the heart of Branksome Park. Within a gated development and with easy access to both shops and beaches at Branksome Chine, this apartment is not to be missed!

Security, Space & Storage £265,000

STURMINSTER MARSHALL T: 01202 856666

UPDATING REQUIRED

Chain Free! £250,000 IDEAL FIRST TIME BUY

UPTON T: 01202 673375

This is an ideal purchase for a family or as an investment.

Located near to local amenities and within close proximity to Upton Country House and Park. The property offers 2 double bedrooms, family bathroom, good size lounge with large storage cupboard, modern kitchen and dining area, front and rear gardens and garage.

View To Appreciate £169,950 STUNNING PANORAMICVIEWS!

CANFORD CLIFFS T: 01202 701616

Set on one of the premier roads in Canford Cliffs and with superb panoramic views of Poole Bay, this expansive 4 bedroom apartment has heaps of potential. Ideal as a main home or as a beachside second home. Act quickly to avoid disappointment!

Must Be Seen! Guide Price £625,000

WORKSHOP & 100FT GARDEN

STAPEHILL,WIMBORNE T: 01202 856666

An extended 3 bedroom family home situated in this convenient location for access to local towns comprising of a double aspect lounge, kitchen/diner, utility room, additional reception room, downstairs WC, workshop/store room, 3 double bedrooms, family bathroom, 100ft rear garden & a off road parking.

Keen To Sell £242,950 POTENTIAL FOR INCOME

POOLE T: 01202 673375

A substantial detached house offering flexible accommodation that includes 2 reception rooms, kitchen, good size conservatory, 4 bedrooms all benefiting from en-suites, downstairs w/c, sizeable front and rear gardens with fish pond, greenhouses and a summer house, and ample private off road parking.

Stunning Gardens £434,950 PREMIER WATERSIDE LIVING

LILLIPUT T: 01202 701616

An extremely spacious second floor south facing apartment in need of full modernisation, in this prestigious block close to the shores of Poole Harbour. Priced to sell and with real scope for improvement/adding value, this is sure to go quickly.

Rare Opportunity Guide Price £249,950

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RENOVATED CHARACTER COTTAGE T: 01308 455455

A beautifully presented 3 bedroom cottage sympathetically renovated and retains many character features. Accommodation comprises, dining area and lounge both with wood burners, extended kitchen, cloakroom and bathroom. The rear garden is private and walled and is designed for easy maintenance with areas of patio and decking, water feature and garden shed.

A rare opportunity to acquire this stunning 4 bedroom home situated in the desirable valley of Milton Abbas. This late 18th century cottage is constructed of traditional cob and thatch has been sympathetically renovated by the current vendor. The property is offered vacant and has no forward chain. Sensible offers are invited.

Near Beaminster Square £360,000 DESIRABLE TREE LINED ROAD

CARBERY ESTATE T: 01202 434300

A good sized 4 bedroom detached family house in need of updating situated in a quiet road off Carbery Avenue, Southbourne. 18’ Lounge, 15’ dining room, kitchen and separate breakfast room, 16’ bedroom 1, good sized secluded rear garden.

Off road parking and garage. Vacant with keys in office. Must be sold.

Viewing a Must £450,000 MORRISH BUILT FAMILY HOME

TALBOT VILLAGE T: 01202 544666

This family home is located in the sought after area of Talbot Village and offers spacious accommodation throughout.

Comprising 4 bedrooms, master with en suite shower, bathroom and 3 good sized reception rooms and kitchen/diner. Outside there is a private garden and double garage all in a very quiet position with good school catchment. Viewing recommended.

New Instruction £379,950

MILTON ABBAS T: 01258 489049

REDUCED BY £22,000

Key In Office £448,000 FAMILY HOME IN POPULAR AREA

SOUTHBOURNE T: 01202 434300

A detached family house needing some modernisation and updating conveniently located for local schools with the benefit of ground floor cloakroom, 14’ lounge, 13’ separate dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms to the first floor and a family bathroom.

There is gas central heating, a well maintained good sized rear garden. Must be sold.

FANTASTIC RIVER VIEWS

A rare opportunity to purchase this extremely spacious home with stunning river views with potential for mooring. Large Living space in this quiet cul-de-sac setting. 14’ Lounge, 17’ dining room, 16’ kitchen, conservatory, master bedroom with en-suite, 2 further bedrooms, family bathroom. Gas central heating, double glazing, off road parking.

View to Appreciate £384,950 CLIFF TOP APARTMENT

LITTLEDOWN T: 01202 544666

Reduced by £30,000 this most spacious 4 bedroom character house must be sold. All rooms are particularly large with modern kitchen and mature garden. Lovely size reception hallway with feature landing stained glass window. The property is located in William Road which is a lovely quiet road in the heart of old Littledown. Priced to sell proceedable buyers preferred.

Superb Value £399,950

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Keverstone Court is arguably one of the most sought after apartment blocks on the East Cliff located at the end of Manor Road. This bright & airy property has 3 double bedrooms & is positioned on the second floor. Good sized en suite to master & fitted wardrobes, good sized lounge diner with French doors opening onto a sun balcony. Underground parking.

New Instruction £309,950

Vacant Possession £265,000 AMAZING VALUE HOME

TUCKTON T: 01202 434300

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A very rare chance to acquire a 3 bedroom penthouse located in the heart of the town. Good sized kitchen/diner, lounge/ diner leading onto a private sun terrace with pleasant aspect.

The property also has a garage and private lift. Sold with vacant possession and presented in lovely order throughout. Reduced by £30,000 and we have a very keen vendor. No Chain.

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To finish the property are the impressive, landscaped grounds, with several features including treehouse, summerhouse and a myriad of flora and fauna. The property is offered with no forward chain and this really does showcase exceptional value for money.

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AVON CASTLE £750,000

A unique 4000 sq ft detached house within a highly secluded plot of 3/4 acre, once the The Pumping Station for The Avon Castle Estate. The property has been substantially extended and re-defined to offer split level living accommodation with balconies and patio areas retreating from different elevations of the property. Accommodation comprising; Spacious reception hallway, ground floor double bedroom with separate refitted shower room, fully equipped cinema room, substantial ground floor family room providing ideal potential for separate office / annex space with integral garage access.

The first floor provides the main living area with a triple aspect lounge with balconies overlooking the grounds, a contemporary refitted kitchen/breakfast room opening into a conservatory style dining area with elevated views across the grounds, four bedrooms, the master with bespoke bedroom furniture and luxury en-suite bathroom and a further luxury bathroom. Further benefits include double glazing, gas central heating, a sweeping driveway via wrought iron security gates providing extensive parking, oversized double garage with secure garden store and separate workshop. Beautiful gardens which are mainly laid to lawn with established boundaries and various seating areas.

RINGWOOD - OIEO £450,000

SITUATED ON APPROXIMATELY HALF OF AN ACRE IN A SECLUDED POSITION. A three/four bedroom chalet property presented in good order offering versatile living accommodation. Located on the edge of Ringwood and nearby The Castleman Trailway and RIngwood forest, with beautiful gardens, extensive parking and a detached triple garage. Accommodation comprises of a reception hall, kitchen/ breakfast room, further breakfast room, sitting room with wood burning stove, dining room, ground floor cloakroom, ground floor bedroom with en-suite shower room, two first floor bedrooms, two bath/shower rooms and a loft room. Vendor suited.

14 YEAR OLD 3 DOUBLE BEDROOM BUNGALOW WITH SEPARATE 17FT OFFICE Offered with no forward chain & in good

decorative order is this detached bungalow at the end of a cul-de-sac. With double glazing, gas central heating & an alarm system, the property offers low maintenance living & spacious accommodation to include a 19ft sitting room, separate dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, bathroom, wet room & double garage with a 17ft room above suitable for a home office.

Walking distance of Moors Valley Country Park.

ASHLEY HEATH - £450,000

A beautifully refurbished four double bedroom chalet bungalow in a sought after road within Ashley Heath. Accommodation comprising; reception hallway, study/ground floor bedroom four, ground floor shower room, sitting room, conservatory, dining room with a stunning roof lantern, refitted kitchen/ breakfast room, spacious landing with study area, three first floor bedrooms and a first floor bath/ shower room. The gardens are a particular feature of the property, being landscaped with stone paving areas and two pergolas and offering a high degree of privacy. Parking with space for a motorhome and garage.

RINGWOOD TOWN CENTRE OIEO £300,000

Beautifully presented with spacious accommodation and located in a no through road. Three double bedrooms, refitted en-suite shower room and large refitted family bathroom, refitted kitchen/ dining room opening onto the gardens, sitting room with open fire which is open plan to the dining room/snug with a wood burning stove, conservatory and ground floor cloakroom. Parking.

A truly stunning house with generous accommodation in a great location.

RINGWOOD £264,950

Located nearby the local schools and shops with potential to extend over the garage (subject to planning permission), is this three bedroom semi-detached house in a cul-de-sac position. The property is well presented with beautiful gardens.

Accommodation comprising; kitchen/breakfast room, separate dining room, conservatory, sitting room, three well proportioned bedrooms with built in wardrobes to the master bedroom, family bathroom and a tandem garage. No chain.

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HAMWORTHY - O/O £110,000 HAMWORTHY - £124,950

✦✦ Two✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Ground✦Floor✦Flat ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH ✦✦ Allocated✦&✦Visitor✦Parking ✦✦ Modern✦Bathroom✦&✦Kitchen ✦✦ No✦Forward✦Chain

UPTON - £199,950

✦✦ Three✦Bedrooms ✦✦ End✦Of✦Terrace ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦Garage ✦✦ En-Suite✦To✦Master ✦✦ Well✦Presented✦Throughout ✦✦ Close✦To✦Schools

✦✦ Two✦Double✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Ground✦Floor✦Flat ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦Garage ✦✦ Ideal✦FTB✦Or✦BTL ✦✦ Cobbs✦Quay✦Location ✦✦ No✦Forward✦Chain

HAMWORTHY - £229,950

✦✦ Four✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Extended✦Semi-Detached ✦✦ Two✦Bathrooms ✦✦ Two✦Receptions ✦✦ Two✦Kitchens ✦✦ Versatile✦Accommodation

HAMWORTHY - £169,950

✦✦ Two✦Double✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Terraced✦Home ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦ORP✦/✦Garage ✦✦ Ideal✦FTB✦Or✦BTL ✦✦ Cobbs✦Quay✦Location ✦✦ Vendor✦Suited

CREEKMOOR - £229,950

✦✦ Three✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Link✦Detached ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦ORP ✦✦ Integral✦Garage ✦✦ Two✦Reception✦Rooms ✦✦ No✦Forward✦Chain

WAREHAM - £179,950

✦✦ Three✦Bedrooms ✦✦ End✦Of✦Terrace ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦ORP✦/✦Garage ✦✦ Downstairs✦Cloakroom ✦✦ Southerly✦Rear✦Garden ✦✦ Vacant✦Possession

UPTON - £279,950

✦✦ Four✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Detached✦Chalet✦Bungalow ✦✦ Deceptively✦Spacious ✦✦ Approx✦100’✦Garden ✦✦ Large✦Workshop✦To✦Rear ✦✦ Must✦Be✦Seen!

HAMWORTHY - £179,950

✦✦ Three✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Terraced✦Home ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦ORP✦/✦Garage ✦✦ Downstairs✦Cloakroom ✦✦ Well✦Presented ✦✦ Cul-De-Sac✦Location

CORFE MULLEN - £495,000

✦✦ Five✦Double✦Bedrooms ✦✦ Detached✦Chalet✦Bungalow ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦/✦ORP✦/✦Utility✦/✦Balcony ✦✦ Detached✦Double✦Garage ✦✦ Two✦En-Suites ✦✦ Backing✦Onto✦Beacon✦Hill

Greys Parkstone, 444 Ashley Road, Parkstone, Dorset BH14 0AA, 01202 710001

PARKSTONE - £129,950

LWR PARKSTONE - £167,500 PARKSTONE- £169,950

✦✦ Two✦Double✦Bedrooms✦ ✦✦ Second✦Floor✦Flat✦ ✦✦ Share✦Of✦Freehold ✦✦ Fantastic✦Bay✦Views✦ ✦✦ Garage✦In✦A✦Block ✦✦ Well✦Presented

PARKSTONE - £194,950

✦✦ Three✦Bedrooms✦ ✦✦ Semi✦Detached✦House✦✦ ✦✦ Conservatory ✦✦ Detached✦Garage/Office ✦✦ Well✦Presented ✦✦ No✦Forward✦Chain

✦✦ Three✦Bedrooms✦ ✦✦ End✦Of✦Terrace ✦✦ Open✦Plan✦Living✦ ✦✦ Conservatory/Utility✦ ✦✦ Cul-de-sac✦Location✦ ✦✦ No✦Forward✦Chain N PR EW IC E

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PARKSTONE - £219,950

✦✦ Three✦Double✦Bedrooms✦ ✦✦ Detached✦Bungalow ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦ ✦✦ Conservatory ✦✦ Detached✦Garage✦&✦ORP✦ ✦✦ Must✦Be✦Viewed

PARKSTONE - £259,950

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ALDERNEY - £250,000

✦✦ Four✦Bedrooms✦ ✦✦ Detached✦Bungalow✦ ✦✦ Extended✦To✦Rear✦ ✦✦ UPVC✦/✦GCH✦ ✦✦ Refurbished✦Throughout✦ ✦✦ Vacant✦Possession

PARKSTONE - £179,950

✦✦ One✦/✦Two✦Bedrooms✦ ✦✦ Detached✦Bungalow ✦✦ Enclosed✦Rear✦Garden✦ ✦✦ Off✦Road✦Parking ✦✦ Well✦Presented✦Throughout ✦✦ No✦Forward✦Chain IN ST N RU EW CT IO N

LWR PARKSTONE - £59,950

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WHITECLIFF - £300,000

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A garden with water is a complete garden. This core element brings peace and tranquillity to your garden whilst at the same time adding interest through movement and reflection as well as attracting wildlife to the garden.

Water in the garden can come in many forms; a small water feature in the corner of the garden will add a focal point and the gentle therapeutic trickling sounds of the water will add an essence of relaxation. A wildlife pond with fish or just aquatic plants will provide a valuable source of water for a multitude of wildlife both in the pond and outside. However, what is most important is to give thought to exactly what it is that you are looking for in your garden. Is it a Koi pond that you seek, crystal clear water with beautiful Japanese koi swimming around? If you have an old pond that has seen better days which is now filled with broken stones, holes in the liner, green water, pumps that do not work – fear not, they can be brought back to life. Or are you looking

for something different, that one off design, something that has the wow factor but low maintenance?

Are you looking for water that you can use, even swim in? Perhaps a natural swimming pool or pond is what you seek. A pool that is landscaped into the garden design in any shape and form, with low running costs and chemically free. These can come in the form of a small plunge pool or large swimming lake.

Are you a keen all year swimmer perhaps a lap pool is right up your street? A natural pool can be designed to fit into almost any area of your garden. Do you have a conventional pool that gets no use and has been neglected. These can easily be converted into natural pools creating a more attractive body of water within your garden.

Are you becoming more water conscious?

Do you wish to conserve more water from you home for use in the garden irrigation system or for watering the veg plot. Create

a natural looking storage system with a garden billabong. Capture all the run off from your home and store it in a garden designed billabong that can run dry but still look beautiful.

Outside Water are specialist designers of Water gardens and associated landscaping in Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. They are able to provide the solutions to whatever water option you seek from a simple pond problem to the major reconstruction of a garden.

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I have recently secured planning permission for a residential development and the S106 contributions (open space, heathlands and transport) seem very high (over £7000 a unit!) – is there anything I can do about these?

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Unfortunately, this is an all too common question that we are asked in the office. But the answer is very often yes!

In law the contributions demanded by the Council have to meet certain tests and very often on appeal Inspector’s find that the Council’s evidence that these tests are met to be lacking. Recently Planning Solutions have been successful in either reducing the Open Space and Transport Contribution payable on developments or in large number of appeal cases removing the Transport Contribution altogether.

In terms of this transport contribution in South East Dorset (Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and East Dorset) this is based on the The SE Dorset Transport Contribution Scheme (SEDTCS) 2009. This scheme uses a cumulative impact approach to mitigate the impact of new development on transport infrastructure and the payments are to be spend widely across the districts. However, Bournemouth Local Plan Policy only seeks contributions for highway improvements that are directly attributable to the development proposed. And one of the legal tests of a Section 106 is that it must be “directly related to the development;”. Inspectors frequently conclude that the South East Dorset scheme fails to demonstrate that the payments would be spent on transport infrastructure that is directly related to the development. Thus Inspectors have removed the transport contribution – a saving of circa £5000 a unit!

So if you have a planning consent with a hefty Section 106 attached why not contact us to talk about the possibility of reducing it? .

In our next issue we will follow on from this topic and discuss how Planning Solutions are successfully negotiating a reduced or in some instance the removal of the Affordable Housing Contribution – particularly in Bournemouth.

If you wish to discuss your own development in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01202 375862 for a free of charge consultation at our offices. or request Planning Solutions latest newsletter email us to receive a copy on info@planningsolutions.co.uk A Passion for Planning

2011 | Issue 3

Dorset Property & Architecture Awards Sponsored by Planning Solutions and hosted

by TV property expert Phil Spencer, Dorset’s very first Property & Architecture Awards ceremony took place with a black tie dinner on Wednesday 9th February. Over 300 regional business people made up the guest list with representatives from all aspects of the property sector, including architects, surveyors, estate agents and construction companies, all coming together to celebrate excellence in Dorset.

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“As active developers across the country, Grosvenor Estates draw from a broad base of sector specialists with a strong geographical emphasis.

At Richmond Gardens in Bournemouth, Planning Solutions have handled the scheme from inception and pre-application negotiations through to drafting robust design and access statements.

They subsequently managed the application including the South West design review panel presentation through to a unanimous approval at the planning board.”

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“I have to say I have been very impressed with the service and professionalism experienced from all concerned at Planning Solutions”.

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“Planning Solutions Chartered Town Planners are the most adaptable firm of planners we have come across and are certainly experts on the south coast.”

“The team at Planning Solutions have always offered us professional, realistic and measured advice and have been prompt to act on any instructions.”

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Paul Hanson – Chief Executive, The Meyrick Estate

“Planning Solutions always offer comprehensive and real advice.

They have been instrumental in achieving several planning approvals for our business with the Local Authority, at appeal or by representing the application at the planning committee.”

“Planning Solutions have worked on multiple applications on hospital sites, covering highways, car parking & landscaping and pedestrian areas.

Duncan McCarthy – Managing Director, Northshore Homes

“Planning Solutions have prepared numerous applications for us in a comprehensive and efficient manner”.

They have always managed the applications, including liaison with the Planning Authority, professionally and efficiently.

We have found dealing with Planning Solutions both straightforward and very satisfactory.”

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The high calibre of the award entries and excellent turnout at the event means that the Awards are set to become an important annual event on the property calendar.

Commenting on the importance of the property industry in Dorset, Phil said “You’ll find that something like 20 per cent of the county’s firms are involved in some aspect of the construction industry or real estate activities, that’s a hugely significant measure of just how important our industry is to the Dorset economy”.

For information on next year’s event visit: www.propertyawards.org

Affordable housing Recent changes to affordable housing planning policy have greatly concerned local developers who have found the viability of their developments challenged by Local Authority guidelines on the provision of affordable homes within even the smallest of schemes.

Planning Solutions experience in dealing with such schemes has enabled us to win approval on several developments where we have either dramatically reduced, or in some cases, completely eradicated the contribution.

Affordable housing needs to be encouraged.

Our expertise means we are able to negotiate the best solution for each scheme to satisfy both the Local Authority and ensure a viable project for the developer.

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Welcome... ... to the new Planning Solutions Newsletter. As well as keeping you informed with everything the area’s hardest working Town Planners are involved in, we aim to bring you all the important news and developments in Planning and Land Sales across the south. Contact us on:

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Knights are offering for sale this, three bedroom, detached bungalow built in the 1950’s. This particular bungalow has a modern, well appointed fitted kitchen and further benefits from having newly fitted double glazing throughout in addition to a stunning 16’5” x 16’1” double glazed conservatory overlooking the garden and views beyond.

A modern three/four bedroom chalet bungalow situated on an enviable plot close to the shops and amenities of Tuckton. The property was built approximately 5 years ago and is still, therefore, subject to NHBC guarantees. The house is in beautiful decorative order and benefits from having an en suite, ground floor cloakroom and utility room. Outside there is an electric gated access, garage and views over the tennis club and beyond.

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LILLIPUT

A beautifully constructed contemporary detached house in the heart of Lilliput set on an elevated plot affording the property excellent harbour views and having been tastefully decorated in keeping with its modern style. Accommodation comprises: Open plan sitting/kitchen/dining room, utility, 4 bedrooms, 4 en suite bathrooms, underfloor heating, garage, sea views, balcony, rear courtyard garden, Lilliput school catchment.

Price Guide | £675,000

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NR. WAREHAM DORSET

EAST CLIFF PENTHOUSE

An 8th floor, 3 bedroom apartment with two balconies and views towards Hengistbury Head and the Isle of Wight and back towards Poole Harbour. Sitting room, dining room, fitted kitchen, master bed with e/s bath, family shower room, secure u/g parking, share of freehold. .

A brand new Georgian style house set in a select development of just five beautifully designed properties located on the edge of the historic market town of Wareham. Large accommodation including drawing room, dining room, study, stunning kitch/family room with orangery, utility, galleried landing, 5 beds, 3 e/suites, games room, double gge.

A superb Penthouse which has been the subject of extensive refurbishment, having been well designed and tastefully decorated, with large south facing private roof terrace and sea views. Impressive sitting room, recently fitted kitchen, dining room, 3 double beds - 2 en suite, family bath, utility, good storage, lock up dble gge. Pets allowed.

Price Guide | £309,950

Price Guide | £1,200,000

Price Guide | £645,000

LILLIPUT

BRANKSOME PARK

LILLIPUT

A spacious 4/5 bed detached bungalow with modern décor and fittings and enjoys extensive views of Whitecliff Harbour Side Park and Poole Harbour. Kitchen, sitting rm, dining rm, study/ bed 5, 4 beds, 3 baths, garage, orp, garden.

A spacious and extremely well presented 3 double bed first floor apartment, within a popular purpose built block located in a premier residential area and easy walking distance of the beaches at Branksome Chine and Westbourne. Kitchen, large lounge, dining room, 3 beds, 2 bathrooms, balcony, secure u/g parking, communal grounds

A luxury contemporary designed 4 bed detached family home offering spacious and versatile living accommodation, located in the heart of Lilliput. Kitchen/family rm, living rm, dining rm/ snug, cinema rm, 4 beds, 3 baths, garage, decked balcony, rear garden. Lilliput School catchment.

Price Guide | £650,000

Price Guide | £354,950

Price Guide | £845,000

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QUEENS PARK £700,000 • Superb large 5 bedroom family home opposite golf course • • Character 1920s house brought up to date yet respecting original flavour

• Stunning kitchen/breakfast room fitted with glossy white units + Maia worktops

• One of the largest gardens in area - sunny westerly aspect too

• 5 double bedrooms, 1 ensuite, and stylish large family bathroom

• Impressive hallway and 3 reception rooms provide lots of space

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paulwatts • Immaculately presented family home • Extended and updated to a high standard • Spacious ground floor incl. 27’ lounge • Family/dining room + sitting room • 4 bedrooms (1 ensuite) + lg bathroom • Level rear garden with raised deck • Side access to parking space at rear

• Classic 1930s 4 bed home in cul-de-sac very close to golf course • Many character features including stained glass to windows • Has lovely, large and level rear garden with summerhouse and fishpond • Large lounge and dining room + study • Twin drives and garage

01202 524252 www.paulwatts.co.uk info@paulwatts.co.uk 379-381 Charminster Road, BOURNEMOUTH, BH8 9QT

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QUEENS PARK £459,950

Gardening – First Impressions Count HOUSE looks at ways to bring the WOW factor to your front garden.

They say that people have just 25 seconds to make a first impression when meeting someone new. The same is true for visitors coming to your home and seeing your front garden for the first time. Local estate agents are all agreed that updating your front garden and driveway with good landscaping design can improve your property value and make it much easier to sell. Projects that improve the kerb appeal of your property don’t have to be costly either.

In this article Janine Pattison MSGD, Dorset’s leading garden designer, shows you how to create a unique and welcoming front garden and entrance to your property with the minimum of expense and fuss.

The first thing to do is to take a good look at the front of your house. Does it have any kerb appeal? Be honest with yourself and compare it to neighbouring properties.

Write down the problem areas on a notepad.

Is the planting overgrown? Do the plants look healthy and well-cared for? Is the path wide enough and is the surface safe to walk on?

Assess everything with a keen eye …..The lawn , trees and flowers beds, even the house condition. Be brutal here. Take the time to think about what you have now and the vision of what you really want to create.

Sometimes we live with things and we don’t realise (or are in denial) about how shabby or outdated our homes can get.

The view of the front garden should also be exciting from the inside looking out.

Go inside your house and look out the main front windows. If you don’t like what you see, neither will a potential purchaser. Is there an opportunity to screen the neighbour’s house for more privacy? Do you have year round interest in the plants?

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Look through garden and lifestyle magazines for ideas.

Decide on a garden style, and focus your efforts to keep to that style. It’s easy to get distracted.

Play up the focal point – Paint the door a contrasting color complimentary to the house color.

This helps draw the eye to it. Make the path flow easily up to the front door. You don’t want someone to be confused about which door to use.

The front path should be a direct walk from the driveway to the front door. A soft curvy line is good - but you don’t want your visitors wandering around and wondering if they took the right path to the house.

Freshen up the planting.

Sometimes all that is needed is a good pruning and shaping to help revitalise your planting. Soften the corners and base of the house with plants and shrubs. If you need to replace some bushes and hedges, and want something different, consider some new evergreen shrubs which have good foliage colour.

Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is a great low-maintenance evergreen shrub that has bright red new foliage in the spring while Aucuba japonica ‘Crotonifolia’ has evergreen variegated foliage in yellows and creams; ideal for brightening up a shady corner.

Carefully pick a colour theme.

When deciding to add flowering plants like herbaceous perennials (ones that come up every year) keep to a limited colour range to create a calm, contemporary feel to the garden. Keep the beds free of weeds and apply a good mulch of shredded bark as this sets off the plants very well and looks great.

Dress your front door with two matching planted containers flanking either side. Fill the planters with clipped evergreens or low maintenance annuals like geraniums and petunias. Using large single plants in the containers is a trend that’s becoming popular. Transform these containers cheaply with different plants as the seasons change.

Add some outdoor lighting for security and also to bring your house and garden to life after dark. You can use low voltage LED lights for a quick and easy transformation. Ideas like shining the lights onto the path or using up-lights underneath trees for a cool effect have real impact.

One last note. Before making any major changes to the paths or driveway surfaces in your front garden, check with your local authority to make sure that your proposals comply with all regulations relating to surface water drainage as the rules have changed in the last few years.

If you would like help adding kerb appeal to your property contact Janine Pattison at www.janinepattison.com

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£320,000

SOUTHBOURNE

£195,000

V Well presented 2 bed sff with lounge / diner, mod kitchen / diner, mod bath, en-suite, gfch, d/g, parking, garage.

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SOUTHBOURNE

£189,950

Very well presented unique freehold Garden flat mod open plan kitchen/ diner & living area GFCH, D/G, garden.

Opposite Cliff Top

£179,950

2dbl bed flat requiring refurbishment, lounge, kitchen / diner, balcony, triple garage, share of freehold close to cliff top. No chain.

KINGS PARK

£349,950

3bed det, lounge, d/room, kitchen, bathroom, GF cloak, original features, no chain, det garage, ample parking, requires updating. No chain

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£275,000

4 Dbl bed det haouse, 3 receptions plus kitchen /diner, 2 bathrooms, d/g, gfch, parking., garage.

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£94,950

One dbl bed spacious FFF mod kitchen & bath, lounge / diner D/glazing & GFCH. Shed & Small outside space.

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£145,000

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Talbot Village £275,000

Bournemouth £245,000

Bournemouth OIRO £150,000

Bournemouth £159,950

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Three Bed Detached Family Home Off Road Parking and Garage Front and Rear Gardens Popular Talbot Village Development Close To Talbot Heath Nature Reserve

Two Double Bedrooms Two Reception Rooms Kitchen with Door to Garden Bathroom and Separate W/C Garage and Workshop

Share of Freehold En Suite To Master Split Level Apartment Allocated Parking No Forward Chain

No Forward Chain Light and Airy Large Bay Windows Close Proximity of Beach/Town Centre Modern Kitchen and Bathroom

Call Bournemouth on 01202 555345

Call Bournemouth on 01202 555345

Call Bournemouth on 01202 555345

Call Bournemouth on 01202 555345

Christchurch £165,000

Christchurch £222,500

Burton £269,950

Highcliffe £299,995

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Terrace House In Need Of Modernisation 2 Bedrooms Allocated Parking Enclosed Gardens

Extended & Beautifully Presented Family Home 3 Bedrooms, En Suite To Master 17 Ft Lounge/Diner Off Road Parking Twynham Catchment

Immaculate Detached Bungalow 2 Double Bedrooms, 2 Reception Rooms Secluded Rear Garden Garage Off Road Parking

Spacious Detached Bungalow 2 Bedrooms En Suite Conservatory Off Road Parking

Call Christchurch on 01202 483344

Call Christchurch on 01202 483344

Call Christchurch on 01202 483344

Call Christchurch on 01202 483344

Ringwood £189,950

Ringwood £250,000

Bransgore OIEO £269,950

St Ives OIRO £350,000

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Purpose Built Ground Floor Apartment Two Bedrooms Kitchen With Integrated Appliances Remainder Of 10yr Builders Guarantee Communal Gardens & Off Road Parking

PRICE REDUCED Offered With No Chain Three Bedrooms, Ensuite To Master Convenient Location For Town Centre A Must View Property

PRICE REDUCED Extended Semi-Detached House Four Bedrooms, Ensuite To Master L Shaped Kitchen/Breakfast Room Offered With No Forward Chain

Brand New Chalet Style Residence German Crafted Kitchen / Dining Room Benefits 10ys Builders Guarantee Detached Garage & Off Road Parking Early Viewing Recommended

Call Ringwood on 01425 472311

Call Ringwood on 01425 472311

Call Ringwood on 01425 472311

Call Ringwood on 01425 472311

West Moors £247,500

Ferndown £239,950

West Moors £325,000

Wimborne £248,000

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Semi Detached Bungalow Three Bedrooms Two Reception Rooms Well Maintained Front & Rear Gardens Off Road Parking

Call Ferndown on 01202 861677

Detached Chalet Bungalow Two Bedrooms Two Receptions Rooms Front & Rear Gardens In Need Of Some Modernisation

Call Ferndown on 01202 861677

Detached Bungalow Four Bedrooms Two Reception Rooms Front & Rear Gardens No Forward Chain

Call Ferndown on 01202 861677

Detached Bungalow Two Double Bedrooms Conservatory Front & Rear Gardens Single Garage

Call Ferndown on 01202 861677

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Bournemouth £315,000

Bearwood £160,000

Bearwood £359,950

Bearwood OIEO £500,000

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Three Bedroom Detached Bungalow 18’6” x 17’ Kitchen/Diner Rear Garden Garage No Forward Chain

Two Bedroom End of Terrace House Lounge Kitchen Off Road Parking Rear Garden

Five Bedroom Detached Family Home Conservatory 24’10” x 14’4” Lounge Off Road Parking For Several Vehicles Rear Garden

Four/Five Bedroom Detached Chalet Bungalow Conservatory Good Size Front and Rear Gardens Off Road Parking Garage

Call Winton on 01202 525411

Call Winton on 01202 525411

Call Winton on 01202 525411

Call Winton on 01202 525411

Verwood £180,000

Verwood £290,000

Verwood £265,000

Verwood £275,000

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Mid Terrace House Two Bedrooms Downstairs Cloakroom Low Maintenance Rear Garden Garage in a block

Detached Bungalow with Three Bedrooms En Suite to Master 20 Ft Lounge Utility Room Garage

Detached House Three Bedrooms Two Reception Rooms Integral Garage Front & Rear Gardens

Detached Bungalow with Three Bedrooms Lounge/Diner Kitchen Downstairs Cloakroom Garage

Call Verwood on 01202 824111

Call Verwood on 01202 824111

Call Verwood on 01202 824111

Call Verwood on 01202 824111

Southbourne £225,000

Southbourne £132,500

Boscombe East £575,000

Southbourne £279,950

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Immaculately Presented Two Double Bedroom First Floor Flat Ensuite To Master Large Modern Fitted Kitchen Communal Gardens & Ample Off Road Parking

Immaculately Presented Private Entrance Ground Floor Garden Flat One Double Bedroom Landscaped Private Gardens

Beautiful Detached Family Residence Four Double Bedrooms Master Bedroom With Ensuite Kitchen/Breakfast Room & Utility Room Indoor Swimming Pool & Changing Room

Immaculately Presented Extended Three Bedroom Detached Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Area Utility Room & GF WC Conservatory & Garden

Call Southbourne on 01202 423281

Call Southbourne on 01202 423281

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Call Southbourne on 01202 423281

Hamworthy £170,000/£175,000

Hamworthy £129,950

Lytchett Matravers £139,950

Poole £240,000

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Opportunity To Purchase A Unique Property Newly Converted Into 2, 2 Bed Flats Potential To Convert To One Family Home Offers Great Development Opportunity STPP Viewing Is A Must To Appreciate The Potential

Call Poole on 01202 673977

2 Double Bedroom Semi-Detached House Fitted Kitchen Cull-De-Sac Location UPVC Double Glazing Ideal First Time Buy Or Buy To Let

Call Poole on 01202 673977

First Floor Flat With Private Entrance 2 Bedrooms Plus Study/Box Room Spacious Lounge/Diner And Modern Kitchen Fitted Bathroom And GCH Front Low Maintenance Garden

Call Poole on 01202 673977

Extended & Refurbished 3 Bedroom Bungalow Positioned In A Desirable Area Of Poole Lounge / Diner And Modern Kitchen Landscaped Garden & Newly Paved Drive This Is A Property Not To Be Missed

Call Poole on 01202 673977

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A brand new detached bungalow located in one of the area’s finest roads.

A well presented chalet style property with excellent equestrian facilities.

Shaker Style Kitchen | Utility Room | Three Bedrooms | En-Suite to Master | Gas Central Heating | Double Glazing | Double Garage | Garden | Off Road Parking

Three Double Bedrooms | Three Reception Rooms | Extensive Stable Complex Approx. 1.65 Acres of Well Fenced Paddocks | Double Garage | Gardens

ASHLEY HEATH £425,000 Freehold

BRANSGORE £675,000 Freehold

A former weavers cottage situated only a short distance from the village.

A delightfully located detached cottage of period origins in 0.75 of an acre.

Four Bedrooms | Four Reception Rooms | Double Garage with Office | Double Stable | ½ Acre Paddock | Direct Forest Access and Rights of Grazing

Four Bedrooms | Two Reception Rooms | South and Westerly Facing Gardens Holding Paddock | Stable Complex | Scope For Further Extension (STPP)

BURLEY £795,000 Freehold

BURLEY £795,000 Freehold

A bright and spacious chalet style home with further scope to extend.

An individual, well presented house situated in the centre of the village.

Four Bedrooms | Living Room | Stunning Conservatory | Well Fitted Kitchen Family Bathroom | Separate Shower Room | Private Rear Gardens

Sitting Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Cloakroom | Three Bedrooms | Shower Room | Garage | Situated in the Heart of the Village Centre

RINGWOOD £399,950 Freehold

BROCKENHURST £365,000 Freehold

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T. 01590 622551

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T. 01425 404088

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T. 01425 462600

The London Office:

T. 020 7839 0888

A well appointed detached family home situated in a stunning location.

A well presented, spacious family house set in approximately 0.5 of an acre.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Living Room | Dining Room | Four Bedrooms | En-Suite to Master | Double Garage | Large Private Gardens

Drawing Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Dining Room | Conservatory | Study Games Room | Five Bedrooms | Detached Double Fronted Carport

AVON CASTLE £750,000 Freehold

BROCKENHURST £1,475,000 Freehold

A substantial character property forming part of a large country residence.

An impressive, character, detached house in a delightful rural hamlet.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Drawing Room | Dining Room | Four Bedrooms Family Bathroom | Shower Room | ORP | Garage | Enclosed Gardens

Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Dining Room | Study/Bedroom Four | Sitting Room Three Double Bedrooms | Extensive Landscaped Gardens | Separate Paddock

SANDY DOWN, BOLDRE £699,000 Freehold

KINGSTON £585,000 Freehold

An exceptionally charming cottage with spacious accommodation.

Delightful property in secluded location offering spacious accommodation.

Drawing Room | Sun Lounge | Morning Room | Breakfast Room | Study | Kitchen Utility Room | Six Bedrooms | Four Bathrooms

Sitting Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Dining Room | Study/Bedroom Five Utility Room | Four Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Two Thirds of an Acre

BROCKENHURST £975,000 Freehold

BURLEY £915,000 Freehold

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DREAM HOME

Central Brockenhurst ÂŁ1,150,000 Freehold

family residence set in the heart of the village Ladywell is a substantial and elegant five bedroom family residence set in the heart of the village with mature grounds incorporating a superb tennis court. The property has been sympathetically extended and retains original features including the high ceilings with cornice and picture rails and the current owners have created a magnificent open plan kitchen/ dining/sitting area ideal for modern family living. The property enjoys an excellent tennis court, built in 2009, and having an Astroturf (Tiger turf) surface and there is a garage complex with a first floor games room/studio and a ground floor home office. The gardens extend to approx. 0.50 acres and have a summer house, hot tub, vegetable garden and a substantial wooden garden store/workshop.

This stunning Victorian house is situated in a popular residential road close to the centre of Brockenhurst village and mainline railway station with direct links to London Waterloo (approximately 90 minutes).

Contact spencers of the new forest 01590 622551

DREAM HOME

Outskirts of New Milton ÂŁ998,000 Freehold

3500sq ft Edwardian house in stunning 1 acre plot Rotherfield Greys is an exceptionally well appointed five bedroom Edwardian house set back off the road in a stunning and secluded one acre plot. This magnificent property has been extended and restored in recent years to form a home of great charm and character close to the open forest, excellent schools and amenities. It retains many original period features including high ceilings, a fine oak staircase, attractive panelled doors and moulded skirtings and architraves. It boasts exceptionally well appointed kitchen and bathrooms, oak flooring to the ground floor and superb landscaping to the garden which is just under 1 acre in total. The property is approached via electric wrought iron gates set between brick piers leading to a sweeping gravelled driveway which leads to a large turning and parking area outside the front of the house with a spur on the northern side leading to the detached double garage.

Contact spencers of the new forest 01590 622551

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TALBOT WOODS

TALBOT WOODS

£699,950

£649,950

A well presented five bedroom detached home • spacious entrance hallway • large lounge • separate dining room • kitchen/ breakfast room • utility room • en-suite and further family bathroom • detached garage and off road parking • must be viewed

Spacious and well presented four bedroom detached family home • corner plot • three reception rooms • spacious lounge with three large arch windows overlooking garden • study • ensuite to master bedroom • double garage • must be viewed.

BRANKSOME PARK

COY POND

£540,000

£495,000

Spacious and well presented three bedroom ground floor apartment • delightful communal gardens • living room with square arch through to separate dining room • kitchen/ breakfast room • utility room • superb size sun terrace • en-suite and family bathroom • double garage

Immaculate three bedroom, three bathroom chalet bungalow • superb fitted kitchen • high quality bathroom fitments • master suite with walk-in wardrobe • views over Coy Pond • must be viewed

BOURNEMOUTH

BRANKSOME DENE

£425,000

£329,000

Immaculate three bedroom first floor apartment • central prestigious location • brand new fitted kitchen and bathrooms • complete redecoration • new carpets • internal viewing highly recommended

Well presented two double bedroom fifth floor apartment • private path leading down to beach • large balcony with sea glimpses • 26 ft lounge/diner • both beds with en-suites and fitted wardrobes • underground parking • communal heated outdoor swimming pool

ALUM CHINE £295,000

WEST OVERCLIFF £329,950

TALBOT WOODS £379,000

WEST OVERCLIFF £329,500

Delightful two bedroom second floor apartment situated within the Chine • security entry phone system • good size living room • superb kitchen/breakfast room with granite worktops • master bed with en-suite • secure underground parking

A spacious three bedroom first floor apartment • walking distance of beach • entrance hallway on two levels • spacious kitchen/breakfast room • utility room • sun balcony • three bedrooms • en-suite • vacant possession offered

Immaculately presented three bedroom first floor contemporary apartment • built to high standard with quality finish • L-shaped balcony overlooking Pugs Hole • master bed with en-suite and dressing area • communal landscaped gardens • underground parking

Delightful two bedroom second floor apartment in converted character house • sun balcony with tree top and sea glimpses • recently refitted kitchen and bathroom • master bed with two walk-in wardrobes • garage

4 Seamoor Road • Westbourne • Bournemouth • Dorset • BH4 9AN Tel: (01202) 757555 / Fax (01202) 757554 Email: bournemouth@maysestateagents.com

Sandbourne Clifftop Luxury

12 Sandbourne Road, Alum Chine, Bournemouth BH4 8JH

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Located on the Clifftop only minutes from the stunning beaches at Alum Chine and Branksome Dene, Sandbourne comprises Six Four Storey, Four Bedroom, High Specification Houses featuring First and Second Floor Balconies with Sea Views, Gardens and Separate Garages.

Prices from ÂŁ695,000

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Mays Estate Agents, Westbourne, Dorset.

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LILLIPUT - £249,950

Detached chalet bungalow – Requires a little modernisation – Potential to extend/develop STPP – 3 bedrooms – Lounge/diner – Ground floor bathroom – First floor shower room – Detached garage – Off road parking – Level walk to shops in Lilliput – SOLE AGENTS

Purpose built flat – 2nd floor – 2 double bedrooms – Lounge/diner – Kitchen/breakfast room – Balcony – En suite to master bedroom – Requires complete modernisation – Garage – Close to shops in Lilliput – Close to beaches – KEY IN OFFICE

Sought after cul de sac location – Detached house – 4 double bedrooms – 4 en suites – Lounge with feature vaulted glass window – Kitchen/breakfast room – Family area off kitchen – Gymnasium – Conservatory – Games room – Utility room – Integral garage – Secure “in and out” driveway – Outside covered BBQ area – Well maintained gardens – PRIME LOCATION

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LILLIPUT - £399,950

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CANFORD CLIFFS - £1,750,000

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Stunning penthouse – Less than 100 yards from the beach - Prime location – Views of Bournemouth Bay, Sandbanks, Poole Harbour and the Purbecks – Lounge with feature high ceilings – Dining room – Luxury kitchen – 2 double bedrooms – 2 en suites – 2 sun terraces – 2 underground parking spaces – Under floor heating – Media system – Home management system – Can be offered furnished – SOLE AGENTS

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SANDBANKS - £1,250,000

Gentleman’s residence – Over 3 floors - Plot in excess of 1 acre – Entrance hall and galleried landing – Bespoke ash staircase - 6 bedrooms – Master suite with walk in wardrobe and private balcony - 37’ Games room – 4 bathrooms – 31’ Lounge – Study – Dining area – 35’ Kitchen/breakfast/ living area – Rational kitchen with appliances by Gaggenau - Utility room - Sun room – Garage – Under floor heating

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BRANKSOME PARK - £2,500,000

WHITECLIFF - £349,950

LILLIPUT – OIRO £400,000

Modern detached bungalow – Baden Powell school catchment – 3 bedrooms – Modern bathroom – Open plan lounge/kitchen/diner – Off road parking – Private sunny aspect garden – VENDOR SUITED

Detached chalet bungalow – Lilliput school catchment – Requires modernisation – 3 bedrooms – 2 bathrooms - Sea views – Development potential – Lounge/diner – Conservatory – Garage – VENDOR SUITED

290 Sandbanks Road • Lilliput • Poole • Dorset • BH14 8HX Tel: (01202) 709888 / Fax (01202) 707648 Email: poole@maysestateagents.com

FOR SALE BY INFORMAL TENDER

PRICE GUIDE: OFFERS IN EXCESS OF ÂŁ1.8M An exceptional plot of around 1 acre in the heart of BRANKSOME PARK Currently a spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow in need of modernisation but with Detailed Planning Permission granted for an ultra-modern 7,200 sq.ft home, designed by an award winning architect.

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HuRRY! LAST REMAINING HOME AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPATION MAKE THE MOST OF THE SUMMER SUN IN SPECTACULAR POOLE...

This spacious art-deco inspired home takes full advantage of the south coast climate with a stunning decked garden and 6-seater hot tub.

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This signature home is within walking distance to the town centre, beaches and the marina at Poole harbour.

This last remaining home includes: • 4 bedrooms with dressing room, ensuite and balcony to master bedroom • 3 reception rooms • Laundry room • Carpets/wood flooring, curtains/blinds, fireplace, sound system • Electric entrance gate • Double garage PRiCed aT £1,295,000 VIEwING By APPOINTMENT wITH OUR SELLING AGENT. Images show exterior and interior of Sirocco at Two Houses. Price correct at time of going to press.

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Lower Parkstone

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A beautifully presented family home situated in sought after road and having undergone extensive modernisation in recent years. Five bedrooms, two ensuites and family bathroom. Sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, utility room and office. Good size rear garden, garage, ample off road parking and electric front gates.

A well presented substantial five bedroom detached house situated in a quiet location in Lower Parkstone. Five bedrooms, master bedroom with en-suite & dressing room, further en-suite to bedroom two & family bathroom. Large kitchen/breakfast room, separate dining room & conservatory. Good size rear garden & detached garage.

£965,000

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A well presented four bedroom ground floor converted flat situated within close proximity to both Westbourne and beaches at Alum Chine. Lounge with sun room/dining room, bedroom 4/study. Private southerly facing rear garden and off road parking.

A well presented third floor apartment in this exclusive development built by Whitelock & Co. Entrance hall, lounge/dining room, balcony, kitchen/breakfast room, 3 bedrooms, en-suite & guest bathroom, secure basement parking with lift to all floors.

An immaculately presented two/three bedroom garden apartment enjoying views across Poole Harbour & the Purbeck Hills. Reception hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen. Master bedroom with ensuite, Utility room (formerly bedroom three) garage and store room.

£279,950

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£309,000

A stylish two double bedroom, two bathroom ground floor luxury apartment. Good sized accommodation, ensuite to master bedroom, luxury 25’5 x 22’8 open plan kitchen/lounge/ diner, 22’ x 16’ sun terrace offering seasonal views, contemporary bathroom suites, ample storage, lock up storage cupboard & off road parking space. Shared freehold. REF: BFL3509

ASHLEY CROSS

£134,950

A 2 double bedroom ground floor purpose built apartment presented in good decorative order. Situated in the heart of ashley cross with it’s fashionable bars and bistro’s. 25’ Lounge /dining room, modern kitchen with integrated appliances, modern bathroom, garage, popular location, electric storage heating, upvc surround double glazing. No forward chain.

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Four recently built three bedroom, two reception mews style houses located at the end of a quiet & secluded private drive.

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BRANKSOME PARK

£169,950

A spacious two double bedroom second floor purpose built apartment situated in this popular block. On a level walk to the amenities of the tesco’s superstore and westbourne town centre. Lift to all floors, balcony, garage in block, central heating, double glazing, parquet flooring to lounge, fitted kitchen, attractively landscaped communal gardens. No forward chain

OAKDALE

£319,950

An extremely well presented three bedroom detached family sized home situated in Oakdale. Sunny, southerly rear 100ft garden. Garage & driveway, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, 2 reception rooms with connecting doors, downstairs wc, built in bedroom furniture from the Elizabeth Ann showrooms, conservatory, gas central heating, double glazing.

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LILLIPUT

£850,000

A 3 double bedroom 3 reception room bungalow situated on a generous plot on the lilliput and canford cliffs border. The property offers scope for further remodelling and extension if required. Double garage, 2 en suite bathrooms, conservatory / third reception room, scope for internal refurbishment, generous size plot, no forward chain. Keys in office. REF: BFL3502

ASHLEY CROSS

£245,000 TO £315,000

Stunning development of eleven 2 and 3 bedroom luxury, high spec apartments each with either a large terrace or balcony.

These apartments are in construction with completion due around autumn 2011. High gloss luxury kitchens with stainless steel beaded edge “lechner” work surfaces, contemporary ceramic floor tiles in kitchens, bathrooms & shower-rooms.

£225,000

An investment opportunity, currently arranged as 2 self contained units. This semi detached property is currently arranged as a 3 bedroom semi and a 1 bedroom 1st floor flat. Offering flexible accommodation, the property would suit either a buy to let investor or large family. Granny /teenager annex potential, garage, cul-de-sac location, No forward chain.

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What is Solar Photovoltaics and what do they mean to me?

BELLE PLAGNE - PARADISKI Solar Photovoltaic panels or PV as it is known in the industry are flat panels that can be fixed to your roof or A-frames to allow you to produce your own electricity to power your property. The panels produce direct current which is converted to an alternating current by an inverter which is usually positioned in your loft, garage or other suitable location. This is then wired in to your main fuseboard, thus enabling you to utilise any electricity you make during day light hours.

CENTAUR APARTMENTS- A VERY SPECIAL SUMMER OFFER. If you buy one of these superb refurbished ski in out 4* apartments the developer will offer you 4 weeks free usage of the apartment in the ski season ( 2 weeks high and 2 weeks mid season) + 4% return per annum on your investment. A perfect way to enjoy a lifetime of skiing in the biggest ski area in the Alps while receiving an income! from €190,000

How much does it cost and what will I save?

The initial outlay can vary depending on the size of your roof and the size of your budget. On average clients spend between £7,000 and £12,500 on a standard installation. The good news is that once it has been installed you will immediately begin to lower your electricity bills, the even better news is that the government will pay you 43.3p for every kW that you produce from day one and an extra 3p for each kW that you don’t use and is fed back in to the national grid. This tariff is guaranteed for 25 years and is index linked meaning it will increase with the rate of inflation. The current tariff means that you can earn up to £1,500 per annum and are likely to recoup your initial capital within 7-9 years. You will continue to make money for the remainder of the 25 year period with an approximate return of 8% on your investment, it’s a win win situation.

LANGUEDOC MARSEILLAN DOMAINE MANDOUNE An exceptional development of fully restored apartments and homes with its’ own private beach, vineyard, pool and concierge service. These properties have to be seen to be believed and the developer has been a 3 times recipient of the prestigious Bentley awards for exceptional French developments.

Please call us for a free brochure. from €131,000

The other major benefit of a Solar PV system is that by turning your house into a mini power station you are also helping to reduce your carbon footprint and do your bit towards helping save our planet.

What do I have to do to receive the tariff payments?

You should notify your energy provider as soon as you know you are going ahead with an installation. They will supply you with a form (or you can download it from the internet) for your completion which will need to be sent back once the install is complete. Your installer will notify your energy distributor, usually SSE in the Dorset area and provide them with all the information to register you on the MCS Scheme. Your installer will also provide you with an MCS certificate which you will need, to complete your application. Once your system is in place and your application submitted there is nothing more for you to do, your energy provider will send you with a written contract which you will need to sign to confirm your acceptance of the 25 year tie in period. Your installer can help you with the completion of any forms so there really is nothing for you to worry about.

These properties are available as a classic or leaseback purchase depending on your requirement. For your free leaseback information brochure and information on all our exceptional investment / lifestyle properties please e mail kim@affordablehomesinthesun.com T : 01202 255418 / 07990 896642 E: contact@affordablehomesinthesun.com

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Demand is high for the final phase of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses at popular Poole Quarter, the ideal coastal retreat. Visit us today and view this unique collection of homes which benefit from: n Highly specified and low maintenance interiors n Close proximity to Poole Harbour, busy town centre and train station n Within easy reach of excellent road links to the M3 and the New Forest n Ready to move into NOW

1 & 2 bedroom apartments priced from ÂŁ159,000 2 bedroom penthouse priced at ÂŁ350,000

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As a lover of classic 60’s, 70’s and 80’s music, I have been thrilled to see so many of my favourite artists making a come-back in recent months and, in particular playing within the local area. Duran Duran, Paul Simon, Ringo Starr, Adam Ant and Roger Daltrey have either booked or performed gigs here.

My fellow Wave 105 presenter Mark Collins was lucky enough to interview the timeless Stevie Nicks on his show last month and I was very envious. Now pushing 63, the singer of Fleetwood Mac fame has hardly aged at all, in fact she just seems to look better year on year. She recently released a new song “Secret Love” which is the first single from her seventh studio album “In Your Dreams”. The music is her first release in ten years, however she originally wrote the song in 1976 and recorded a demo for Fleetwood Mac’s 1977 album, “Rumours”, but it didn’t make the cut for the album back then. I am looking forward to hearing and seeing more of what Stevie produces.

Another sprightly ‘60 something’, Roger Daltrey is currently fronting a marathon performance of the band’s 1969 rock opera, Tommy. As lead singer with rock and roll British super-group The Who, Daltrey sold around 100 million records. “Hope I die before I get old” he memorably sang on the classic 1965 hit “My Generation”, but 46 years on and Daltrey is showing that he is clearly not ready to collect his pension anytime soon with a challenging, back-to-back 12 night solo nationwide tour, at venues including the stunning Broadlands in Romsey.

Ringo Starr and his All-Starr band visited Bournemouth in June in what was part of his first European tour since 1998. Replacing his former Beatles band-mates with new musicians creating All-Starr it was his 13th solo tour. It is hard to believe that Ringo turned 71 this month; he has the stamina of a man half his age, putting the rest of us to shame.

Eight years spent as the drummer of the world’s most famous boy-band must have been good training.

This year’s Glastonbury saw a fantastic line-up of golden oldies including; Paul Simon, Kool & the Gang, U2, Morrissey, Primal Scream competing with the young acts. In fact Paul Simon must have given his performance some welly as he was unfortunately taken ill following his performance at the festival. After just recovering from a respiratory infection, the recent illness meant he was sadly forced to cancel his planned gig at the BIC in Bournemouth in July.

As much as I love the radio business, I have to wonder whether I’ll still be going as strong as these music legends by the time I reach my twilight years. Or maybe cruises, gardening and golf will be higher up on my agenda by then!

You can hear Andy Jackson on The Evening Show, 8pm Sunday-Thursday, and on the Glitz Mix, 8pm Friday, on Wave 105

WINGREEN, GREENHILL CLOSE WIMBORNE - £1,895,000 Wingreen is a stunning 6 bedroom detached Victorian family home, offering well planned accommodation arranged on three floors and extending to approximately 4,200 sq ft of living space.

Situated at the head of a private gravel lane, approximately 0.5 of a mile from Wimborne town centre, on a site that extends to approximately 1 acre, the property benefits from unparallelled westerly views over the surrounding countryside towards Shaftesbury.

The ground floor accommodation has three separate reception rooms and a beautifully equipped kitchen/breakfast room which leads through to a large dining room/conservatory with outstanding westerly views over the gardens. The entrance hall, with its black and white hand cut porcelain tiles, is another particular feature. On the first floor, there are five bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms, and the second floor offers a sixth bedroom (or study) and another bathroom.

MERRYFIELD HOUSE, SMUGGLERS LANE, NEAR WIMBORNE £1,150,000 A beautifully presented 5 bedroom Edwardian house in formally landscaped gardens of around 1/3 acre, in a prime location about 1.5 miles from Wimborne town centre.

Merryfield House was constructed in 1902, and was formerly the rectory of St Michael’s and All Angels’ Church This fine home, which extends to over 4000 square feet, offers spacious family accommodation on 3 floors. In recent years it has been refurbished to a very high standard throughout.

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Plug your personality in to your business.

BECOME A BUSINESS CELEBRITY!

It’s about adding your personality to your brand, team, marketing, website – everything.

Use your website, online marketing, social media, networking, speaking, PR and more to turn personality in to business results. Look at your marketing plan again. Is your ideal customer in mind when you’re working on your marketing? You need to know what they look like, what they do, who they are but most of all, you’ll know that they are about to be fans – they are LOOKING for you. So you need to be sure you tell them everything they need to know to realise you are the person they’ve been looking for.

How Nailing Your Thing Can Make You a Star.

In an increasingly competitive market, entrepreneurs are having to find inventive ways in which to stand out. A business may well offer good value, perfect products and great service but is that enough? No – it’s not. For an organisation or venture to thrive, it has to offer something truly unique.

Dorset entrepreneur Lucy Whittington is helping businesses across the region ‘nail their thing’. Whittington explains: “Many business owners are great at what they do but put in place an often costly marketing plan, which fails to deliver. This is simply because they haven’t really defined their own unique quality. Once the organisation is really clear on what it can offer, then communicating it becomes simple.

It achieves celebrity status and no longer has to chase clients or opportunities – they come to the business.’

Here Lucy shares six steps to becoming a business celebrity:

Know your personality

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Realise it’s all you need to succeed. Know what is authentic to you and what sets you apart and that’s your ‘celebrity’. You must have a reason for customers to buy from you and not from anyone else. In traditional terms, this is known as having a USP – unique selling point.

I’m now saying that you need to have a ‘PSP’ – a PERSONALITY selling point. As a business owner or entrepreneur, you know what you do is different. You have your own thoughts, ideas, approaches, values and knowledge. You might think you’re like other people or businesses in the market but you’re not. Fact: you are unique.

Get yourself ‘out there’ fronting your business, being different and attracting some attention.

Act and think like a celebrity – literally celebrate your talent. Share what you think, know and do.

Recognise in yourself what you have and tell people about it.

Use the power of celebrity to draw people to you.

Find out exactly what makes you unique.

What is going to set you apart from the competition (hint – it’s you!). You’ll need to look closely at what you do, who you are, what’s different. Look at everything you do and say about you, your business and what you do and add in detail that will make it only apply to you. Make everything you say unique.

Define what your business personality looks and feels like.

Crystallise who you are. What does your business personality look like and feel like in words, colours, pictures, clothes and media?

It’s about the whole package of ‘you’. Also examine your business ‘look’. What’s your website saying, your logo, your brochures, your copy, your presentations, your office, your building, your staff – anything that is ‘seen’ is all reflecting you and your business celebrity (or not!).

Tell everyone about you.

Share your story. Convey and communicate your personality – get the words to use, the imagery. Do you film it, blog it, write it, present it? Make sure how you showcase your business celebrity story fits with your personality. Get your story out there. Get known and get in the spotlight as an expert.

You need to establish credibility and expertise.

Getting your story ready to tell will form the basis of all of your marketing planning and copy and sales conversations.

This is about attracting loyal ‘fans’ like a celebrity. When you are a celebrity – you bring something different. So you can charge what you choose, work the way you want to and with the people you want to. You are known and sought after. Join in where your ideal clients already are – online, organisations and networking. Tell people what you do but don’t force them to listen. Share your story and be authentic.

Entrepreneurs looking to nail their star value are invited to attend a two-day event on 22nd and 23rd July at the Haven Hotel in Sandbanks, Poole. The event which has attracted businesses from across the UK is taking a strikingly different approach. It’s hand-made for those who feel that there is something bigger they need to be doing or are looking to take an inspired new direction but aren’t sure what the next step is or how they can make significant money out of doing something they already love.

Over the two days, every guest will have created a brand new ‘success plan’, which defines a completely unique offer and a strategy to let the World know about it.

The event will help in marketing that elusive ‘thing’ with ease; define what’s right for the business on and offline, show the business how to get more visible and lead it to its spotlight. Expert guest speakers will be joining Lucy to talk about specialist areas of marketing a business, product and making it pay well!

To find out more information, please visit www.yourstarvalue.com/event.

The event includes two days of live teaching and presentations from Lucy Whittington and special guests; networking; morning coffee, afternoon tea and gourmet lunches over both days with dinner on Friday. Special discount rates are available for accommodation at the Haven Hotel – www.havenhotel.co.uk or visit www.beingabusinesscelebrity.com.

Al Fresco The stars of outdoor dining

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Eating outdoors is one of the delights of the summer whether it's lazy meals with family and friends in the garden, afternoon tea parties on the lawn, or festival feasts.

Celebrity chefs including Ed Baines, Mark Hix and Antony Worrall Thompson give their advice on creating successful al fresco occasions and Gabrielle Fagan picks out a hamper full of smart table products and accessories.

Whether it's parties in the garden with family and friends, afternoon tea or festival feasts, there's something irresistible about eating in the great outdoors. Make memories special this summer with expertly chosen tableware and accessories, and top tips from from the stars.

Antony Worrall Thompson

"If only our climate would oblige I'd eat out all summer," enthuses chef Antony Worrall Thompson, author of The Essential Low Fat Cookbook (Kyle Books, £20).

Al fresco high "I love Jamaica! On my last visit, I went to Trenchtown to watch local fisherman catching fish," he recalls. "They throw the fish onto the beach where they're picked up, gutted and slapped straight onto BBQs. They're the best

tasting, freshest fish I've ever had, and perfect to eat on a beach with a cold beer, looking out over the sea as the sun sets.

"There were also men with machetes, who appeared a little menacing, until I realised they were chopping down coconuts and offering the milk as a refreshing drink!"

Serving tips Preparation is key. Marinade meat overnight, prepare vegetables and make dressings beforehand, and always keep raw meats separate from cooked meats.

"I use large decorative jugs to add colour to a table, which is simply dressed with a cotton cloth," he says. "Fill the jugs with delicious punches that are heavy on flavour and light on alcohol. You don't want guests getting too rowdy before they've got to dessert."

Table to match Summon a Mediterranean feel with Marks & Spencer's Tuscany china collection - a dining set decorated with rustic olives and leaves. Dinner plate, £9.50. Serve punches in Sainsbury's Floral Global Pitcher, £4.99, or alternatively, Ziggiziggi has a handy Summer Garden Drinks Set, £69, comprising a rattan holder with six glasses and a jug.

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"Nothing beats a barbecue.

Fresh food cooked quickly, with those delicious aromas, spells summer to me," says Simon Rimmer, chef and presenter of BBC Two's Something For The Weekend.

Al fresco high "I rented a beach house one summer with my

wife Ali and our kids, Florence and Hamish, in Santa Cruz, California," he says. "It was a great house with loads of space out the back that looked out on to the beach. I cooked burgers for the kids and squid with sushi rice, lime and soy.

The thought of it still excites me today!"

Serving tips You need food that tastes good served hot and cold. Coronation chicken, potato salad, frittata and a mushroom salad are ideal, says the chef, who's advising Monaghan Mushrooms on top cooking tips (www.monaghan-mushrooms. com).

Table to match Dress up a table with Botanic Garden Plates, from £12, by Portmeirion. Check out the intriguing homeware at online interiors company, RE (www.re-foundobjects.com) whose beautiful bone china Butterfly emblazoned plates are £23 each. Pretty accessories add a party feel and Matalan's collection includes a trio of Mini Lanterns, £6, and a round Paradise cushion, £12.

HomeSense, which offers discounted designer homeware, has a collection of picnicware and throws, from £19.99.

Ed Baines "The beauty of al fresco is its simplicity. You can throw a party in an instant or create a meal to linger over, as everything tastes better outdoors," says Ed Baines, a judge on ITV's Britain's Best Dish, who's also created a collection of recipes for Canderel (www.canderel. co.uk).

Al fresco high "I've just come back from a holiday in Italy with my wife Anne and our three young sons, Louis, 14, Caspian, 9, and Francis, 22 months.

"It's not always easy to have a relaxing meal with three lively boys but we had magical al fresco in Florence, which I'll always remember.

"We sat on a restaurant terrace in the sunshine drinking wine which was the colour of a ripe peach from beautiful balloon-shaped glasses. The two older boys chatted and played, Francis slept in his buggy and my wife and I enjoyed the peace. Perfect!"

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picky and polish off whatever's put in front of them," says Gizzi Erskine, presenter of Channel Four's Cook Yourself Thin who's also created 12 low-calorie easy recipes using eggs (www.eggrecipes.co.uk/ mealsin minutes).

Al fresco high

Serving tips "I think it's better to serve food warm, rather than hot. Malaysian or Thai curries work well, but nothing beats a classic poached salmon with mayonnaise, jersey potatoes dressed with mint, topped with salt and pepper," he says.

He prefers an informal table setting with decorative china or picnic ware, and a single bloom - a rose or orchid - displayed in a slim vase or wine bottle.

Table to match Picnicware has never been prettier. Designer ranges include Ella Doran's melamine flowerscattered Meadow tableware, plate £3.50, beaker, £3; Laura Ashley's Turquoise Picnic Accessories Set, from £3 for a tumbler; and Emma Bridgewater's melamine picnicware starts from £8.

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"Eating outdoors transforms any meal into a fun occasion and even children who can be fussy eaters will forget to be

"I was staying at my sister Helen's home in Rye, Sussex, and woke up really early, quickly cooked sausages, popped them in crusty bread rolls, wrapped them in foil and drove down to the beach.

"It was so spur-of-the-moment and romantic, sitting on the sand wrapped in a blanket with my boyfriend, watching the sunrise. Those simple sarnies tasted amazing."

Serving tips Two perils of al fresco meals are "wilt and melt" warns Gizzi. "Salads never fare well in the heat. Instead, opt for grilled or roasted vegetables, keep butter surrounded by ice and avoid chocolate."

The table, she believes, should be as visually appealing as the food: "Nothing should be too matchy matchy, so I have a mixture of vintage plates, chunky glass tumblers and jam jars filled with flower posies arranged on a scrubbed wooden table.

"If you haven't got an outdoor table, an old door put on trestles works just as well," she suggests.

Table to match The Contemporary Home's collection features coloured Jam Jar Tea-Light Holders, also suitable for flowers, £12.99 for a set of four, and patterned Eclectic fabric place mats, £7.99 each. Alternatively, conjure a seaside feel with Fish & Chips china from ZiggiZiggi, decorated with scenes from a coastal newspaper.

Dinner plate, £5.95 and mug, £6.95. Marks & Spencer's Coral Reef melamine collection in turquoise (dinner plate, £3) would also be ideal for a picnic on the sand.

Bollywood Bunting (4m) £24.99; Eclectic Cushions (four styles: ditsy floral, lime polka dot, blue stripe, red gingham), £19.99 each; Eclectic place mats, £7.99 each, Butterfly tea light holders (four colours), £3.99 each; Goblet tea light holders (six colours), £5.99 each; set of four coloured jam jar tea light holders, £12.99 and Eclectic cutlery, £29.99, all from The Contemporary Home

Mark Hix

"Food, friends and wine are all you need for a successful al fresco feast, then let the setting do the rest," says Mark Hix, chef and restaurateur.

Al fresco high "I remember grilling the freshest lobster, which we'd caught a few minutes earlier on the back of my friend's hatchback, on a portable barbecue while all the posh yachting set were eating boring sandwiches," he says.

Serving tips Varieties of fish and seafood are brilliant for al fresco dining, he advises: "Birds Eye's new succulent Emperor Prawns are a great addition to salads, or can be eaten on their own with a delicious herby mayonnaise."

Table to match Matalan's chopping boards look like a slice of lime or a strawberry, £5 each; John Lewis Brights Sundae Glasses, £15 a set of four; Retro Melamine Plate in Maggie Blue, £5.50, from Berry Red.

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Two double bedrooms. First floor lounge and large conservatory with balcony. All bedrooms good sized some with wardrobes. Double garage with two automatic doors. Gardens maintained by landlord. Council Tax Band G. Avail Late Aug.

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Internally, the property benefits from a high specification ground-floor kitchen and reception room with access to the integral garage, two first floor bedrooms with en-suite to master, a large second floor reception room with fantastic double-height ceiling and exceptional views over Poole Park, and a third bedroom and mezzanine office area. Nicola-Anne Herridge, from Goadsby’s Poole Office, commented; “We are proud to be instructed on a property of such high calibre”

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The property is offered fully furnished to a high standard and comprises of two double bedrooms, with an ensuite to the master bedroom, large living room and modern kitchen and bathroom. This well presented apartment also benefits from having its own private balcony with panoramic sea views as well as secured underground parking.

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Our tenants have just left the house we were renting to them. They had lived in the property for four years in total. Prior to them moving in we had new carpets put in throughout and have invoices to prove this. At the check out it was noted that there were some heavy stains on the lounge carpet, an iron mark in the hallway and hair tong marks in one of the bedrooms. My question is that as the carpets match throughout, are we legally entitled to ask them to replace the carpets in its entirety or just the rooms where the damage is caused?

First of all if the tenant moved in after April 2006 and entered an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, then the deposit should be with one of the protected schemes. If you have not, then the tenant is entitled to 3 times the amount they have given you. And secondly, hopefully you have a detailed Inventory and dated photos taken at the commencement of the tenancy?

On the assumption that all is in order your end then the rules are as follows. ‘The landlord should not end up, either financially or materially, in a better position than he was at the commencement of the tenancy or as he would expect to be at the end of the tenancy.’ In other words the deposit in not like an insurance ‘new for old’. We have to look at what is fair wear and tear or beyond fair wear and tear and the most appropriate remedy.Appropriate remedies could be; 1. Replacement of damaged item where it is either severely and extensively damaged beyond economic repair, or its condition makes it unusable. 2. Repair or clean. 3. Compensation for diminution in inherent value of the item or the shortening of its useful normal lifespan.

With the damage of the iron mark and hair tongs to the carpets, this is negligence and if heavily marked should be replaced, if not heavily marked then compensation may be more in order. With regards to the stains, can this be professionally cleaned and with regards to the carpet being replaced throughout, highly unlikely?

That said, replacement for ‘like for like’ costs will not be given. The adjudicator will take into consideration the life span expected of the carpets in question. For example if the carpet should have a life span of 10 years and your tenants have brought that forward by six years then the cost will be divided likewise. For example: Cost of carpet = £500.00 Actual age now = 4 years Expected lifespan of carpet = 10 years Which means; £500 divided by 10(years) = £50.00 £50 x 4 (years) = £200.00 £50 x 6 (years)=£300.00 Therefore the Landlord pays £200 towards the cost and the tenant pays £300 as he has shortened the lifespan of the carpets life.

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Sport, glamour and music combine to make this year’s British Beach Polo Championships the best yet!

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Up to 10,000 people including sports enthusiasts, party people and celebrities descended on a sun drenched Sandbanks Beach this weekend for one reason - to enjoy the spectacular British Beach Polo Championships.

time in history that an Australian Polo team had played Polo on England’s beaches. Jack Kidd’s England team held the Glen Gilmore led Australians to a one all draw in the series. In the Oakley backed exhibition volley matches, England was victorious over South Africa.

Highcliff Marriott beach hospitality, or watch from the free view area, the positive feedback has been unbelievable. Plans are already underway for next year’s event and we will do everything possible to top this year - although that could be tricky!”

Two days of adrenaline-fuelled sport, fine foods, live music and glamorous parties combined to make the event the ‘place to be seen’. Spectators enjoyed top International polo players battling it out to win the event’s coveted title. Team Pommery stole victory from Team Kukri after a hard fought final.

Team Poole Audi and Asahi also played extremely well to keep the crowd on the edge of their seats and their toes firmly dug into the sand. In the finale of each day’s play Amika – London’s England Beach Polo Team took on the might of the touring Australian Beach Polo Team backed by Riverpark. This was the first

The Heaton-Ellis Trust (supporting the battle against Motor Neurone Disease) benefited from the proceeds of a Charity race between a polo pony and an Audi Q7, a silent auction and other charitable collections. Julia’s House and Hope Charity also had a presence at the event.

After a day of high octane sport, guests enjoyed the Wave 105 beach party on Friday night, with an amazing live set from The Hoosiers. On Saturday Amika London put on an unforgettable evening of live music, featuring top international DJ Colin ‘StarRocker’ Pereira playing a mix of music that the star-studded crowd enjoyed until the early hours.

Johnny Wheeler, event organiser said: “This year’s event went well - everyone seemed to enjoy it. We were delighted with the number of spectators and their enthusiasm. We still attract the very best polo players and are proud to showcase this spectacular sport.

Whether guests were there to enjoy the

The British Beach Polo Championships 2012 will be held on 13/14 July. www.sandpolo.com

Patricks 5th anniversary Patrick’s Bar and restaurant in Ashley Cross celebrated its 5th birthday in style with five days of fun including a grand finale BBQ for everyone on the decking and a fabulous birthday menu in the restaurant. The finale Sunday welcomed over 300 guests to enjoy the inimitable Patrick’s hospitality. Visit www.patricksrestaurants.co.uk

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CHEVVY SUMMER OFFERS Chevrolet is running some special summer offers on some of its most popular models, with massive savings of up to £2,000 across the range, including on the new Captiva and Orlando models.

Kicking off the offers is the popular Spark 1.0+, on offer at £6,995 including a standard five-year warranty, a saving of £1,700 against list price.

The 1.0+ comes with all the essentials, including air conditioning, electric front windows, a CD Radio with USB connection and a punchy 68PS 1.0-litre engine coupled to five-speed manual transmission. Monthly personal contract hire prices start at £117 a month.

There are also deals available on the awardwinning Orlando. The seven-seat MPV is on offer

in 1.8 LS form for just £14,995 - £1,415 below list price. On personal contract hire, monthly payments are from £239.

It features Electronic Stability Control as standard, plus six airbags, air conditioning, remote locking and the Orlando’s trademark flip-front stereo, with secret cubby hole.

Those looking for a more purposeful vehicle can benefit from savings of up to £2,000 on the new seven-seat Captiva Sports Utility Vehicle.

With summer savings bring the price of the 2.2 LT down to £25,695.

It features an all-new 184 hp commonrail diesel engine, Electronic Stability Control, climate control, 17-inch alloys, front fog lamps and an electro-chromatic rear view mirror as just part of its standard kit. Monthly repayments via personal contract hire start from £372.

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VAN SHORTAGE LOOMS Slower new van sales three years ago are now starting to impact the current used van market according to British Car Auctions.

With fewer vans entering the contract hire market in the second half of 2008 as the recession began to bite, there are fewer coming back to the market today on three year cycles.

The situation has been exacerbated by subsequent contract extensions, causing further delay in stock reaching the market and when it does it is older, higher mileage and often poorer condition, says BCA. Duncan Ward, BCA’s General Manager, Commercial Vehicle Sales commented “We are now reaching the three year anniversary of the onset of decline in new LCV sales, when the rolling annual figure fell from nearly 350,000 units in June 2008 to a low point of around 180,000 by the end of 2009 – a drop of over 40%.

“What it means is that for the next 18 months to two years, there is a potential for the market to be short of 3 to 5 year old one owner used LCV stock. If demand begins to surge in line with the expected economic recovery over the same period, we could see prices rise sharply in the used market.

“We are effectively at the beginning of an extended supply squeeze in the used LCV market."

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Pricing for the new Abarth Fiat 500C convertible, with manual gearbox, has just been announced – and it’s cheaper than the current car with ‘Competizione’ paddle-shift transmission.

Abarth has taken the convertible model and added the option of a five speed manual transmission, for those drivers who do not wish to take advantage of the ‘Competizione’ box.

Priced at £16,856, the Abarth 500C manual is around £1,000 cheaper than the automatic version. Along with a stylish electric hood with glass rear window, and third brake light incorporated into the spoiler, the car receives, as standard, a host of other equipment.

This includes seven airbags, xenon headlights, TTC (torque transfer control),

parking sensors, Blue&Me hands-free telecommunications system, leather steering wheel and alloy wheels. A full range of options includes automatic climate control, leather sports interior, bi-colour paint, red brake callipers and coloured Abarth side stripes and mirrors.

Proof that the 500C is a true Abarth comes in the form of its 135 hp 1.4 16v Turbo T-Jet engine, which provides the convertible with a top speed of 128mph and a 0-60mph time of 7.9 seconds. But the frugal unit returns 43.5mpg fuel economy on the combined cycle and has a CO2 figure of 155 g/km.

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DS3 CELEBRATES 100,000 SALES Citroën has taken over 100,000 orders for its multi-award winning DS3 and the brand is celebrating in style with a bold new range of colour schemes and roof designs.

A vibrant Fuchsia Pink roof colour is at the heart of the new DS3 options list - available with matching pink door mirrors, wheel centre caps, dashboard fascia and gearlever knob. This new Fuchsia Pink ‘Touch’ is just one of a number of new personalisation options available on DS3 from July 2011.

Customers can also choose a striking new Hickory Brown pearlescent body colour and two additional ‘Spirit’ roof designs - ‘Flower’ and ‘Flavio’ - to ensure they stand out from the crowd.

DS3 has already earned a reputation as one of the most stylish cars on the road, having picked up a whole host of awards, including Top Gear Magazine’s ‘Car of the Year’ and Fifth Gear’s ‘Small Car of the Year’.

Sales of the DS3 have blossomed since its launch early in 2010 and over 10,000 DS3’s have been sold in the UK alone. The extensive range of personalisation options and special collections such as DS3 by Orla Kiely - have played a key role in ensuring the model’s success, the company says.

USED CAR BUYING MYTHS When it comes to buying a used car it can be confusing for consumers to determine between fact & fiction, says vehicle value experts HPI. “Many car buyers are encountering surprises, both good & bad, as market conditions have turned tried-andtested used car-buying advice on its head,” says Nicola Johnson, Consumer Services Manager at HPI. “We’ve talked to a lot of used car buyers over the years & still hear many stories of scenarios that the buyers believe to be true, but actually aren’t. That’s why we’re offering tips to help consumers avoid the pitfalls of used car buying & make sure they get a bargain not a banger.”

Myth 1 When you’ve paid the money & the car & keys are in your possession, you are the registered keeper, which makes you the legal owner.

Myth-buster Not necessarily. Registered keeper is NOT the same as legal owner. If the car is stolen or still on finance, it technically belongs to someone else (the original keeper, or the finance house).

You might be the registered keeper, but you are not the legal owner & you stand to lose the car & the money you paid for it.

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The arrival of the new BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon in September sets a new benchmark for efficiency and driving pleasure in its class, the company says."With the all-important UK business market in mind, BMW engineers have created a car that is approximately 10 per cent more fuel-efficient than the best its rivals can muster, without reducing the 184hp developed by the 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine. This equates to fuel economy of 62.8mpg and CO2 emissions of 119g/ km, which means a company car benefit-in-kind taxation band of only 13 per cent."

In addition to the standard Auto Start-Stop, Optimum Gearshift Indicator, Brake Energy Regeneration and Active Aerodynamics, the BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon has a longer final drive ratio to reduce engine revs at highway speeds, and low rolling resistance tyres on Streamlinedesign alloy wheels. This all helps to accelerate the car from zero to 60mph in just 8.2 seconds.

The 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon also comes with BMW’s new ECO-PRO Mode. A driver-activated switch promotes economical and comfortable driving at low speeds by adjusting the engine mapping, throttle sensitivity, automatic gearshift points, where applicable, and the amount of power consumed by electrical ancillaries including climate control and heated seats.

The new model goes on sale in September priced from £30,435.

Following the recent launch of the flagship 265hp Trophy version of Mégane Renaultsport, its two smaller siblings, Twingo and Clio Renaultsport, now welcome their own top-of-the-range versions, the ‘Silverstone GP’ limited editions.

Both new models have been specifically created for the UK market, still the largest home of Renault’s hot hatches worldwide, with only 50 of each available.

The Twingo Renaultsport 133, costs £14,995, while the top-of-the-range Clio Renaultsport 200 comes in at £19,995. With a wealth of extra equipment over the standard Renaultsport versions on which they’re based, both limited editions offer exceptional value-for-money and added exclusivity, Renault Says. Each sits on lowered Cup Chassis with a striking combination of silver metallic paint and contrasting ‘Deep Black’ details, including 17” alloy wheels (‘Speedline’ on the Clio), roof and door mirrors.

Completing the exclusive look, both of the new limited edition Renaultsports also feature extratinted rear windows and Silverstone GP B-pillar badges inscribed with the new grand prix circuit map. The Twingo also benefits from a matching ‘Deep Black’ rear spoiler and fog light surrounds.

On the inside, the two new versions boast a unique numbered interior plaque (1-50), Renaultsport Monitor onboard performance tracking system and grey and black Renaultsport carpet mats.

Myth 2 A car is advertised at £12,000, but you know it should be worth around £15,000 – that’s a real bargain & you must snap it up fast.

Myth-buster Be suspicious. If you were the seller, would you knock the car down to a bargain price and make less than you could? There’s probably something fishy going on. It is very likely that the car is either mechanically very suspect or could even be stolen/cloned. Ask lots of questions, and if you’re still unsure, walk away.

Myth 3 A spouse can sell a car on behalf of their partner.

Myth-buster When buying privately only buy a vehicle from the registered keeper otherwise it is technically classed as stolen as the partner has no legal right to sell the vehicle. Ask for ID and compare it to the V5 documentation. If there are discrepancies you’re not happy with, find another vehicle to buy.

Nicola Johnson, comments, “With 1 in 3 vehicles checked with HPI having a hidden history, we are never surprised at the tricks fraudulent sellers get up to. Consumers need to take every step to protect themselves from the threat of used car criminals out to make a quick profit. Don’t settle for a transaction that doesn’t feel right. Remember, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is."

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premier sports solutions Launch Party On Wednesday the 30th of June over 200 VIP guests showed up to the exclusive opening of Premier Sports Solutions new showroom on Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth.

The lucky VIP guests rubbed shoulders with premiership football players and manager Harry Redknapp, whilst enjoying fantastic canapés and cocktails. The showrooms most prestigious vehicles were out on show and there was even a fiery dance display from Britain’s Got Talents semi finalists Girls Roc. Directors Richard Clark and Rob Boreham said: “It was a brilliant evening, we were thrilled with the attendance bearing

in mind the time of year and the dancers really did make the night.”

The new premises is one of the largest independent car showrooms in the south. Having specialised in supplying and sourcing vehicles to professional footballers across the country, Premier Sports Solutions are now able to offer that same bespoke service to anyone that would like to buy a prestige vehicle.

For enquiries visit us at: 366-380 Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8BJ Or phone us on 01202 488868

Top row_ Richard Clark with Harry Redknapp _ Girls Roc. Steph Tripp, Georgina Leahy, Danni Veal, Hannah Gray & Nicola Wills with Premier Sports Proprietors Richard Clark Middle row_ Richard Clark, Director of Premier Sports, with his wife Louisa _Girls Roc Bottom rows_ David Hagner & Collette Corica _ Georgina Nott, Corin Marsh & Naomi Brown

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Cottonwood boutique hotel This weeks HOUSE magazine food review was at the Garden Restaurant at The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel. By Ross Stallion

On walking in to the hotel it's immediately apparent that this isn't like the average shoreline run of the mill hotel you tend to find across Bournemouth.The wow factor is truly evident and the decor is truly amazing and very pink.

You first stumble into the uber cool Bar Vista and terrace garden which is most definitely the ideal meeting place for all ages enjoying breathtaking panoramic bay views from its spectacular location metres from the cliff top and it offers contemporary, exciting brasserie food all day. You can also hire the library for an intimate private family meal or event which I thought was a great idea.

If could describe this place in two words they would be contemporary decadence.

It seriously has the wow factor.

The Garden Restaurant is located downstairs just past the suit of armour! The incredible views over the gardens and cliff top strike you as soon as you enter. The decor is again pink and floral but very striking and welcoming.

We were warmly greeted by the restaurant manager and the staff who were very friendly and helpful, it was a breath of fresh air as to how nice everyone was.

The menu looked amazing and you get 3 courses for only £19.95 and even I ,who normally makes instant decisions struggled to decide what to choose, in the end I chose the seared scallops on a butternut squash puree with sauce vierge, whilst my fiancé had ham hock and parsley terrine and piccalilli with toasted granary bread, these were both cooked to perfection and tasted delicious.

For the main courses I chose the chargrilled 21 day aged English sirloin with hand cut chips and bordelaise sauce, this was very tasty and I knew I had chosen wisely, my fiancé had the tagliatelle pasta with spiced chicken and chorizo topped with a fried duck egg, she is a big pasta fan and this dish made her day.

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We did not think the food could get any better until we had the desserts, I ordered the warm chocolate fudge cake and berry ice cream whilst my partner had the rum and raisin parfait and shortbread biscuit these really were to die for.

Overall, I honestly believe that we have discovered Bournemouth's hidden gem, a great place to eat, great value for money, amazing service with fantastic decor and views of the sea - what more can you ask for?

Don't take my word for it, pay day is on the horizon so why don't you give your loved ones, or even just yourself, a real treat. This restaurant is something different from the rest, something better than most, just make sure you book as this place is probably going to take off in a big way.

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Sole searching Step out in this season's hottest shoes - Book that pedicure & be brave with nail polish choices, your toes are the main attraction this summer thanks to feet-exposing fashion trends.

Whether you want to channel a Seventies vibe with towering wedges or hit the ground running in gladiator flats, there's a shoe for you. But unlike the clumpy boots and black tights of winter, all those strappy sandals and peep-toes come with a pampering premium.

"Help make your summer shoes look extra delicious," advises Brix Smith-Start, TV stylist and ambassador for Scholl. "A little foot pampering goes a long way. When you put a fun nail colour on your toes it really lifts your spirit - like fashion Prozac!"

Release your feet and prepare to showcase fabulous shoes this summer.

–Right– Triple disc leather sandals, £35 and all other accessories from a selection at Accessorize www.accessorize.co.uk

Bright on Super flat or sky-high, step into jewel-bright sandals to flaunt your summer glow.

Mix 'n' match brights were all over the spring/summer 11 catwalks at Diane Von Furstenberg, Gucci and Jil Sander. If you haven't worked colour blocking into your wardrobe yet, dip into the trend via your toes.

"Break the rules and clash your nail colour with your shoes using a contrasting bright shade," Smith-Start suggests. "The brighter the better."

You don't have to be overly courageous with colour to break out the brights either: "If you wear a beautiful little black dress, put a red shoe with it and that's it!

People often ask me, 'How can I wear black to a wedding?' Just accessorise it with colour," says Smith-Start. "The bright shoes, the handbag, the lipstick, the jewellery; that just brings it all together."

–Left– NW3 Hankins origami sandals, £59; NW3 Folly voile shirt, £39 and NW3 Folly lace skirt, £95, all Hobbs www.hobbs.co.uk –Below– Weave multicoloured shoes, £25 www.next.co.uk

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Clog capers Chanel's reincarnation of the humble wooden sole last year brought clogs back into vogue.

Thankfully, this summer, the heavy closedtoe mules that left people hobbling in the street have been become much more bunion-friendly.

"Clogs have made a massive comeback, worn by the likes of Alexa Chung," Smith-Start explains. "Look for styles with a mini heel to make them a bit more elegant."

Heel maven Sarah Jessica Parker recently replaced her trademark Manolo Blahnik stilettos with a very walkable pair of Swedish Hasbeens clogs. Other modern clog brands with wooden soles worth investing in include Sanita and Maguba.

If you do prefer the old school-style, give them a 2011 twist: "Wear in an unexpected colour, like silver, if you're going for the classic closed-toe clogs," Smith-Start advises. "It all gets a bit too 'granola' rustic if you go for the natural ones."

Wedge walk Towering wedges are in the style spotlight once more as fashion focuses on the Seventies trend.

Revive that retro vibe in cork or raffia for daytime bohemia or go for corsage adornments, or glitzy leathers, for Studio 54 glamour.

"This season's wedges hit on the Seventies trend but, although they're high, they can be really light and comfortable," Smith-Start reassures. "Make sure you assess the weight so they don't pound your feet as you're strutting the pavements."

If you get the wobbles with wedges, check out their little sister this season - the 'flatform'.

A hybrid of platforms and flat shoes, these new-wave wedges were spotted on spring/ summer 11 runways. Boasting all the height of platforms without the pain, what they lack in elegance they make up for in the comfort factor.

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Fashion News - Celeb sale Own a slice of your favourite celebrity's wardrobe. You can bid on donated style items of the stars with new fundraising auction website Sellebrity, in aid of youth charity The Prince's Trust. Think Sharon Osbourne's Fendi Spy handbag or Lord Alan Sugar's Apprentice Giorgio Armani tie.

Look out for the latest donations from famous faces at www.sellebrity.org.uk

Gladiator glory There's no Greek tragedy with this style of sandal - the gladiator keeps being reinvented every summer.

"The gladiator is still in style but has been updated," Smith-Start says. "It's so simple, it's become a classic sandal."

From ultra-feminine simple styles to opulent embellished pairs, this versatile summer shoe staple can turn its heel to any trend whether it's tribal, brights or metallics.

"If you want more coverage, Gladiator bootie sandals are in. Or if you've got a good pedicure to show off, there are even jelly gladiators," says Smith-Start.

"The gladiator shape makes jellies look more grown-up. Go for a bright shade or, for extra glamour, a metallic."

Most gladiators are flats but if you prefer added height, look for mini-wedge versions in luxe gold or silver, that will take you from day to night in one effortless stride.or closing the slats for darkness.”

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Recipe â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Stein's Spanish conquest If Rick Stein is a typical senior citizen, it's no wonder we're thinking of raising the age of retirement.

At 64 years old, the 'Padstein' chef and presenter is still going strong, and more likely to be found searching out Spanish cheese in a mountain cave for his latest TV show (or working out the last-minute details of his wedding to Australian fiancee Sarah Burns) than pondering his pension.

"I've been going to Spain all my life, but for many years the word tapas in Britain didn't refer to anything remotely Spanish," he explains, as we chat about his latest series and book, Rick Stein's Spain.

"In this country you'll be in for a wait, whereas in Spain, the prep's done beforehand and the actual service is like lightning. But proper tapas is appearing in Britain at long last," he says, sighing happily.

To make his four-part series, Stein left his famous Cornish seafood restaurants behind and travelled across Spain, from Galicia round to the Basque Country, and on to Catalonia and Andalusia, to find the heart of Spain's rustic, ingredient-led cuisine - fuelled by plenty of white Ribeiro wine, of course.

"The food relies on very fresh fish or excellent meat, and in that way it's similar to British food, which is far too much maligned," says Stein.

"When you get fish, like a piece of John Dory cooked with a parsley sauce, it's as good as anywhere. That's the kind of food I found.

"The way to spot a great tapas bar is to check out the menu. It's got to have Iberico ham. When I was in Seville, in allegedly the oldest tapas bar there, El Rinconcillo, I met a Welsh guy who made me eat jamon iberico de bellota [acorn ham]."

For the last five months of their life, the pigs this comes from are fed exclusively on acorns, and you drink it with a cold glass of Fino sherry.

"That's absolutely the centre of any tapas, you've got to have good ham."

Also on his list are seafood ("maybe mussels in the shell"), breaded deep-fried squid, a prawn dish, deep-fried peppers and croquettes.

Stein grasps at the air passionately as he talks, like he's trying to grab these foods and start cooking.

"And you've got to have sausage - chorizo.

Possibly Morcilla. It's blood sausage, but you'd hardly know because it's so spicy with pimenton [Spanish paprika] and often smoked."

Thankfully these days, such exotic ingredients aren't hard to source. Companies such as Unearthed (www.discoverunearthed.com) sell specialist produce to mainstream supermarkets.

Stein also insists that you shouldn't be afraid to try out new recipes.

"While cooking in Spain, the locals let me get on with it. I found that liberating. Much as I love the way people, like Italians, insist on doing things a certain way, I quite like to work these things out by myself."

Here are two recipes from Rick Stein's book to get your teeth into...

Fresh Broad Beans with Black Sausage and Garlic Shoots

White Gazpacho with Garlic, Sprinkled with Grapes

Serves 6 as a starter

Serves 6

Ingredients: 225g rindless streaky bacon or pancetta, in one piece 2-3 salad onions or 12 spring onions 100ml olive oil 20g garlic, finely chopped 625g fresh broad beans, shelled 2 fresh bay leaves 1 small handful mint leaves, chopped 2tbsp Pernod 225ml chicken stock 150g black pudding Salt Crusty fresh bread, to serve

Ingredients: 200g slightly stale, crustless white bread 800-900ml ice-cold water 15g garlic, thinly sliced 100g blanched almonds 150ml good quality olive oil, plus extra to serve 4tbsp sherry vinegar 24 seedless white grapes, halved Salt

Method: Cut the bacon or pancetta into 7mm-thick slices, then again into small dice. Trim the salad or spring onions, cutting the white parts in half, then across into thick slices, and thinly slice the green.

Gently heat the olive oil in a shallow flameproof casserole dish over a medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and fry until lightly golden. Add the white part of the salad or spring onions and the garlic and fry until the onion is soft.

Add the broad beans and cook gently for two to three minutes. Add the bay leaves, mint, Pernod, chicken stock and a little salt to taste. Add the black pudding and push down into the beans, then cover and leave to simmer for four minutes.

Uncover and continue to simmer until the liquid has reduced and almost disappeared.

Lift out the black pudding and place on a board.

Stir the green part of the onions into the pan and cook for a minute until just wilted. Thickly slice the black pudding, lay them on top of the beans and serve straight away with the obligatory crusty fresh bread.

Method: Break the bread into a bowl and sprinkle with 400ml of the ice-cold water. Set aside to soak for at least 30 minutes.

Put the bread into a liquidizer with the garlic and almonds, and blend to a smooth paste. Then, with the motor still running, gradually add the olive oil, followed by the vinegar, one teaspoon of salt and enough of the ice-cold water to give the soup a good texture, neither too thick, nor too watery.

Tip the soup into a large mixing bowl and add more vinegar if necessary and seasoning to taste.

Chill for at least two hours.

To serve, ladle the soup into small, chilled bowls and sprinkle grapes into the centre of each. Drizzle over a little more olive oil and serve straight away.

Rick Stein's Spain Out now

Hank goodness for Tom— Tom Hanks is multi-tasking in his latest film Larry Crowne, as director, writer and actor.

Hollywood’s Mr Nice guy tells HOUSE about mid-life crises, tweeting & tackling tough issues on screen.

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Just a couple of bites into our afternoon tea, and I feel like I’ve known Tom Hanks for ever.

“I’m going to talk with my mouth full, but you’ll figure out what I’m saying!” he announces, through a spray of crumbs, making it slightly harder to understand the memorable voice that breathed life into Forrest Gump and Toy Story’s Woody.

Having grown up in the presence of this warm, likeable everyman, it doesn’t really seem that unusual to be enjoying a relaxed cuppa with Hanks.

At one point, he clutches my arm, trying to remember the name of a film that’s eluded him, just like an old friend, and then insists on taking our picture to tweet to his followers.

And Hanks’s latest role certainly serves to cement his image as Hollywood’s Mr Nice Guy. He plays the eponymous hero in Larry Crowne, a Navy veteran who gets fired from his job at a superstore and goes back to college, transforming his image and falling for his disillusioned teacher, played by Julia Roberts, along the way.

It’s a feel-good movie that touches on issues such as home repossession, marriage breakdown and the importance of education.

Hanks, who co-wrote the script with Nia Vardalos (of My Big Fat Greek Wedding fame) and directed, had been mulling over the story of Larry for years. “When I was in junior

Extra time — Tom Hanks’ best characters • Forrest Gump (1994): Hanks won the best actor Oscar for his portrayal of an unintelligent guy who’s accidentally present at many huge moments in history.

• Woody in Toy Story 1, 2 and 3: He first brought the loveable cowboy to life in 1995 and reprised him most recently in the Oscar-winning sequel which made grown men cry.

• Andrew Beckett in Philadelphia (1993): Hanks brought lump to many throats and took his first Oscar for playing a man with Aids who fights his law firm for wrongful dismissal.

• Captain John Miller in Saving Private Ryan (1998): He was nominated for yet another Oscar and began his love affair with war dramas as the guy in charge of finding Private Ryan.

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college, a 17-year-old guy out of high school, there were retired businessmen and mothers whose kids had grown up, in my sociology and zoology classes. “Just by coming to school their lives were much larger than they would have been. I always thought that would be a very interesting journey for a character to go through.”

From this small seed of an idea, Hanks and Vardalos began work on bringing it to the big screen six years ago, and then the banking crisis took hold, giving it even greater relevance. “The downturn in the economy affects people personally, it’s not just something you read about on the business pages,” says the 54-year-old father-of-four, who’s just become a grandfather for the first time. “The trick is making a movie that doesn’t turn out to be the most depressing film you have ever seen.”

It’s been 15 years since Hanks first went behind the camera as director of Sixties-set comedy That Thing You Do!, which he also wrote and starred in. He’s directed a couple of episodes of his own TV productions, including Band Of Brothers in 2001, but was waiting for the right project to tempt him again. “It’s like you have to be infected with a certain type of E.coli that takes you over until you’re like, ‘The only thing I can do now is direct a film’, because it’s two years of your life.

“Quite frankly, being a movie star is a much better gig: it pays better, you don’t have to work as hard and they let you go home early sometimes - directing requires a personal investment in telling a story.”

While wearing three hats at once as writer,

director and actor may have saved him some valuable time, he admits multi-tasking occasionally takes its toll.

“About four o’clock in the afternoon, those three people got very tired, they got cranky and they needed to have a few moments to themselves and a nice cup of tea - and just enough scone - to make it through the rest of the day,” he says, flashing the full Hanks grin.

Perhaps appearing to be the happiest man on the planet is Hanks’s way of making up for an unsettled childhood. Born Thomas Jeffrey in California, his parents split when he was barely five years old and he was brought up by his father and two successive step-families.

He made his way to New York in 1979 to follow his dreams of acting after studying at college and California State University.

As UK students face rising tuition fees, Hanks is adamant about the value of an affordable education. “My community college cost just 15 dollars, to register. Then state university cost 95 dollars a semester. This was a magnificent educational machine that made for an entire generation of educated people. “As soon as quality education becomes unreachable for a segment of society, you’re starting a domino effect that could tear down your republic quite frankly.”

In 1980 he was cast in a short-lived sitcom, Bosom Buddies, and a guest appearance in Happy Days caught the eyes of director Ron “Richie Cunningham” Howard, who cast Hanks in mermaid romcom Splash, which proved to be his big break. The pair would team up again for The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons, with Hanks playing Dan Brown’s professor

creation Robert Langdon.

He met his second wife Rita Wilson on Bosom Buddies, they married in 1988 and had two sons, and he credits his two families with helping him to avoid a Larry-style midlife crisis.

“I had my first kids when I was in my early 20s and my second kids when I was in my mid 30s, so I always seemed to be in my child-rearing years no matter what,” he says with a guffaw.

“When my 15-year-old decided to go to boarding school, all of a sudden Rita and I were empty nesters. But, hey, that’s not a crisis, that’s a celebration! “The standard version of a midlife crisis is that people wake up one morning and realise they’re unhappy even though they have everything. I might wake up tired but I don’t wake up unhappy.”

Perhaps as a way to ‘get down’ with his younger kids, Hanks has taken to tweeting.

“It’s kind of like sending out cool telegrams to your friends about once a week,” he says.

But, left to his own devices, he tends to be more like the pre-college dowdy Larry than the scooter-riding cool guy we see at the end of the film. “I tuck my shirts in, wear bad sandals and buy pants that I think look great and as soon as I get them home, Rita says, ‘They’re too short!’” And he’s certainly not about to take on baddie roles just to make sure we know he can deliver them. “I don’t need to explore the dark side just for the sake of it, because that ends up meaning you play a role with lines like, ‘Before I kill you Mr Bond, perhaps you’d like a tour of our installation’.

“This is my countenance, this is who I am and I get to explore an awful lot of really great things that are recognisable to everybody.”

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Recipe

COLD POACHED SALMON WITH HERB MAYONNAISE

Serves 1 Takes 20 minutes

Ingredients 140g Salmon Fillet 1 Fennel 1 Leek 1 Carrot 3 Peppercorns 100ml White Wine Vinegar 2 Lemons 1 Bay Leaf ½ Celery

2 New potatoes ½ Cucumber 2 Spring Onions 2 Cherry Tomatoes 5 Asparagus

200g Mix Leaf Salad 200g Herb Mayonnaise

Method Start by Making a Court Bouillon by boiling the carrot, fennel, leek & celery in water with the peppercorns, lemons, bay leaf and white wine vinegar.

When the bouillon is boiling remove it from the heat and drop in your salmon. Allow the liquid to cool down and remove the salmon. Peel the skin off the salmon and mix sliced cucumber, spring onion, tomatoes and asparagus tips together with the mixed leaf and dress with a honey mustard dressing.

Serve with warm new potatoes and a herb mayonnaise.

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New three part series, The Corrie Years, focuses on 50 years of storylines which have been national talking points throughout its history. It touches on the plots and characters that have made headlines and courted controversy, broken new ground in television drama, challenged taboos and reflected the seismic changes in society which have occurred since the very beginning of the soap in 1960. Narrated by David Morrissey, the programmes will exclusively feature previously unseen footage, cast interviews both past and present and classic highlights from the show. This series celebrates Britain’s longest running TV soap and provides a closer look at how the show has continually produced some of the most talkedabout storylines ever seen.

Richard Hammond's Journey To The Centre Of The Planet 19 July, 9pm, BBC ONE

Our planet is unique. It's an extraordinary piece of engineering over four and a half billion years old. Now, science enthusiast Richard Hammond is embarking on a fascinating journey to the centre of the planet to investigate how Earth’s machine dominates the world around us.

Using state-of-the-art technology, the series lifts the lid on planet Earth, peeling back the layers to reveal one of the most complex machines in the solar system. A giant 3D virtual earth brings together the latest scientific information from across the world – satellite maps and sonar

and radar images – to show what's happening beneath our feet in a way that’s never been seen before.

Viewed from space, the surface of our planet appears solid and unchanging but, every day, there are at least 50 big earthquakes and 12 powerful volcanic eruptions all over the world.

Travelling across the globe, Richard witnesses this extraordinary machine in action.

Richard's epic journey starts in his home town of Ripon, North Yorkshire, where he witnessed his first geological phenomenon – a sinkhole – 25 years ago. Richard also discovers where volcanoes come from; why earthquakes happen; how sea turtles use the planet's magnetic field to navigate their way home; and also travels on horseback to Mount Diablo, California, where he discovers a mountain made from fossils and sea shells, nearly 4,000 feet high.

DRAGONS' DEN Coming soon, BBC TWO and BBC HD

It may be a time of austerity in the UK but not so in the Dragons' Den ... business is booming as the self-made multimillionaires return, ready to invest in the best of Britain's entrepreneurs.

While the rules of the Den remain the same, there is one change in the form of new Dragon Hilary Devey, who joins returning Dragons Duncan Bannatyne, Theo Paphitis, Deborah Meaden and Peter Jones.

Having scrimped, saved and self-sacrificed to make her fortune in the haulage industry, Hilary has her own views on the products and businesses brought before her, and she's more than happy to take on her rivals in order to get the best deal.

Georgette Hewitt from Kent finds out exactly how nerve-wracking it can be to pitch to the Dragons. It's a real battle to compose her nerves but one she must win in order to tempt the multimillionaires to invest in her answer to a common birthday party headache familiar to all parents.

Entrepreneurs often take advantage of the latest Government schemes and incentives when building their business, which is exactly what Chris Hopkins from Yorkshire has done by capitalising on the solar power feed-in tariff. But, when a Dragon knows your industry inside-out, it's not always what you want...

The first episode also sees the most unusual use you could ever think of for a plastic egg; a circus act that's sure to go with a bang; and a mind-changing massage service.

Peter Andre â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Here 2 Help 21 July, 9PM, ITV2

Peter Andre is back with his brand new show, Peter Andre: Here 2 Help, which sees Peter and his team travelling around Britain offering a helping hand to the nation.

Members of the public can contact Peter and the production team with whatever they would like help with, whether they are a single parent struggling to cope, a youth centre in danger of closure, a teenager who needs Pete's help rebuilding her life, or a whole town whose carnival needs re-invigorating.

In episode two, Peter and his team are Here 2 Help in Harrow, North West London, a place close to Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart as he was born here and the Andre family lived here until they emigrated to Australia.

Peter has come here to answer a request from the IGNITE TRUST, a youth centre which provides support, activities and outreach work for thousands of disadvantaged young people in the area, from young mums to teenagers heading towards a life of crime.

Peter comes up with an idea that will involve all the young people in the centre by harnessing their talent and putting on a fundraising concert to raise funds through donations and ticket sales.

To help, Peter uses his celebrity status to pull in top choreographer, Karamel and singing coach David Grant to mentor some of the aspiring musicians and dancers.

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19 July, 9pm, BBC TWO and BBC HD June 1956. Alexandra Palace, London, and BBC reporters and soulmates Bel Rowley and Freddie Lyon have had their fill of covering dull and predictable stories in the newsreels.

When Bel is approached by Clarence Fendley to run a new weekly current affairs show called The Hour, she spots an opportunity for her and Freddie to make the kind of ground-breaking news show they’ve always yearned for. Knowing that she is to be made producer, a role Freddie covets,

Bel fears she’ll have a tricky time convincing her headstrong friend that a role on the home desk is a prize worth having.

At the Claringdon Hotel in the centre of London a debutante has slipped away from her engagement party to make a phone call. Across town an academic is on edge, having spotted a familiar face watching him during his lecture.

When Freddie is asked to cover the engagement party he discovers that the debutante is Ruth Elms, an old childhood friend.

Ruth seems unhappy and when Freddie later receives a visit from her, she asks him for help

investigating a murder.

As Freddie's suspicions grow, he realises his only hope of pursuing the story is to join the team of The Hour. But having found out that Bel will be producer, his pride burns. Matters are compounded when Freddie and Bel meet Hector Madden, the charismatic new presenter of the programme, to whom Bel is irresistibly attracted.

As The Hour team is assembled, Freddie will be forced to decide where his priorities lie. What's more, he'll find a vital clue in the investigation of the academic's death and will find himself thrust deep into a darker tragedy.

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Jason Manford hosts a new stand-up comedy competition which sees ten comics competing for a £100,000 prize, their own DVD and the chance to headline a nationwide tour.

The series starts in Liverpool where the comedians are sent out to get to know the city and it’s people so they can write five minutes of brand new material to perform at a nervewracking gig in front of an all female audience.

They then face a panel including comedian and actor Alan Davies, comedy critic Kate Copstick and this week’s guest judge, Liverpool legend Jimmy Tarbuck, who will decide which comedians survive to play next week’s gig and who will be sent home.

50 Greatest Harry Potter Moments 27 July, 8PM, ITV1

To mark the release of the final Harry Potter film, this new documentary for ITV1 will celebrate the most memorable scenes from the most successful series of films in movie history.

Looking back over the past seven films, this is the definitive Harry Potter countdown, with exclusive access to cast members both past and present, who will share their on and off screen memories as well as commenting on their own favourite Harry Potter movie moments.

Cast members taking a trip down memory lane include: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Julie Walters, Jason Isaacs, Tom Felton, Helen McCrory, Pam Ferris, Bonnie Wright and James and Oliver Phelps.

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These include: Richard Curtis, Dawn French, Chase Crawford, Will Young, Peter Jones, Brian Conley, Eliza Doolittle, Miquita Oliver and Ben Shephard.

Harry Potter author JK Rowling, as well as the producers, director and teams behind the special effects will also give a real behind the scenes insight.

SUGARTOWN 24 July, 10.25pm, BBC ONE

Shaun Dooley, Miranda Raison and Tom Ellis are among the ensemble cast of Sugartown, a new three-part comedy-drama series for BBC One revolving around a small seaside hamlet in the north of England which once enjoyed a heyday as the "stick-of-rock" capital of Britain.

As the series begins, the staff at Sugartown's famous rock factory are busy preparing for Jason's surprise engagement party to local hairdresser Emily. Jason's glad to give them something to celebrate, because, frankly, "rock ain't rolling" any more and he's only just keeping the business afloat. But the party – and the whole town – are set to be derailed by the unexpected return of Jason's suave, prodigal brother, Max. Emily and Max had been childhood sweethearts but that was before he walked out on the fading seaside resort for the big city and broke her heart. But all that's behind her now and she loves Jason. Max's reappearance can only spell trouble, though, and he swiftly proves her right by announcing his big plans to redevelop the town and cash in on Britain's new wave of holiday-at-homers, starting with a controversial casino. Worse, he wants to close the family rock business to take his share. As the town's main employer and claim to fame its closure would devastate the community.

However, the eccentric, loveable gang of Sugartown locals don't plan to take things lying down. With unlikely help from another newcomer, a spirited young dancer, Carmen, who's fallen in love with the town and its resident bad boy, Travis, they discover Sugartown once had another claim to fame – dance – and they may just have found a way to save it.

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