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NEWS The latest local news

34 RETAIL THERAPY

HOME IMPROVEMENTS 12 APPLE HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ASK THE EXPERT 26 MAIDMANS MOVING & STORAGE 26 KTM DESIGN 54 A-ONE INSURANCE GROUP 145 JACKIE HOWCHIN 120 HASKINS 114 DIARY OF A LETTING AGENT

OUTDOOR LIVING 36 A Q&A WITH APEX TREE SURGEONS LTD 115 MEET; BH GARDEN SOLUTIONS 127 STEWARTS GARDEN CENTRE

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DREAMHOMES 86 SPENCERS NEW FOREST

HOME IMPROVEMNTS

128 REFORMED PLASTICS

96 5 WAYS TO ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME

HEALTH & BEAUTY

118 BROADVIEW SHADING SOLUTIONS

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LOCAL PROPERTIES 102 TOP PROPERTIES

140 CHIC 145 HEALTH & BEAUTY BOURNEMOUTH

TALKING BUSINESS 45 RUMSEY HOLIDAY HOMES 4

70 HOMELINE MORTGAGE SERVICES

INTERIORS 124 5 TIPS FOR UNCONVENTIONAL STORAGE

MOTORING 132 MOTORING NEWS What’s new

ROYAL WEDDING 136 HOSTING A ROYAL WEDDING VIEWING PARTY

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The latest news stories in your area.

SOUTH QUAY IN POOLE HARBOUR THE WORLD’S NEWEST CRUISE BERTH IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS! Poole Harbour will be welcoming thousands of cruise ship passengers to the south coast this summer with the completion of South Quay, the world’s newest cruise berth.

Completion of the £10m South Quay project concludes Poole Harbour Commissioner’s ambitious 7-year expansion, said to be one of the biggest port developments seen on the South Coast in recent years.

RENTAL PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED Goadsby Poole Lettings Department are reaching out to all Landlords as they urgently require more properties to offer their extensive list of professional applicants.

The Poole lettings team are letting properties incredibly fast and with an ever-expanding register of quality applicants are in need of more properties to avoid tenants being left disappointed. This has also meant rental figures are continuing to rise, with many landlords having a choice of applicants vying for their property.

For further information on renting your property and the services Goadsby can provide please contact Claire Martin on 01202 686555 or via email on Claire.martin@goadsby. com.

South Quay is a 200m long x 40m wide deep-water quay that provides 9m in depth to accommodate vessels up to 220m in length.

South Quay has been operational for cargoes and yacht transfers since the beginning of the year, but the completion of the surfacing work means

that Poole is ready and waiting to receive its first Cruise Ship of the season in May. Grand Circle Line, Variety Cruises and Cruise & Maritime Voyages have already announced South Quay for their 2018 sailing routes and discussions have begun with several other interested companies.

Jim Stewart, CEO of Poole Harbour Commissioners enthused, “This is an incredibly important milestone for the port and we are confident that Poole will become a key port for cruise companies going forward.”

Continuing Jim advised, “Cruise ship calls to Poole will double in 2018 and, we are anticipating, will double again in 2019. This will bring much valued revenue and opportunities to Poole’s economy and beyond.”

TOP SAFETY ACCREDITATIONS FOR RICHMOND HOME IMPROVEMENT RICHMOND Home Improvement Co is delighted to announce it has again been awarded accreditation from the three main Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) supported by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS) is a body committed to promoting a common standard for the assessment of supply chain health and safety compliance and reducing duplication in health and safety prequalification.

Safety Management Advisory Services (SMAS) are a health and safety assessment organisation, working with many of the major UK housebuilders and construction organisations.

Finally, Alcumus SafeContractor is a leading third-party accreditation scheme which recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety

management amongst contractors. It is used by thousands of organisations in the UK including SMEs and FTSE 100 companies.

Richmond Home Improvement Co works across the private residential and commercial arenas, specialising in the installation and maintenance of windows, doors, conservatories, soffits and fascias.

Allan Tofield of Richmond said: “We are delighted to again meet the strict criteria of the CHAS, SMAS and SafeContractor Schemes. Our fully employed staff are regularly updated and trained on best practice for Health and Safety, asbestos awareness, working at height and manual handling etc. and all our work is fully guaranteed.

“Our application for these accreditations were driven by the high standards they demand to illustrate our dedication

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Bob McGowan, Head of Customer Service for Cruise & Maritime Voyages advised, “For the first time this August and September, we are delighted to be operating a choice of cruises sailing from the new South Quay at Poole.

Our cruise options are very varied and include itineraries such as a weekend retreat to Rouen, Honfleur and the River Seine, a 12- night British Isles discovery cruise, a 10- night majestic autumn Fjordland cruise or a 10- night Iceland & Northern Lights cruise. There’s so much choice for our cruisers!”

to our work which is illustrated by the many testimonials from our satisfied clients” he added.

Gemma Archibald, Director of Alcumus SafeContractor said: “Major organisations simply cannot afford to run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies in place.”

“More companies need to understand the importance of adopting good risk management in the way that Richmond has done. The firm’s high standard has set an example which hopefully will be followed by other companies within the sector.”

For more information on how Richmond can provide a quality service and peace of mind, visit www.doubleglazingdorset. com or contact their friendly team on 0800 614102.

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NEW PROPERTY MANAGER FOR NAPIER

DUST OFF YOUR BAKING BOWLS, WHIP OUT YOUR WHISKS AND GET READY TO RISE AGAINST DEMENTIA!

NAPIER Management Services Ltd is delighted to welcome on board a new Property Manager to their team.

Dementia doesn’t care who you are; it could affect us all. All the team at Paul Watts have experienced family and friends living with dementia and feel they have some understanding of this cruel illness. Margaret has recently attended a Dementia Friends information session, which gave some insight on what it is like to live with dementia and to help transform the way they all think, talk and act around the condition. If you want to know more about dementia or being a Dementia Friend visit:- www. dementiafriends.org.uk

Katie Mack who joined earlier this year has a proven track record in block management and the processes required. She’s well versed in all aspects of property management and has in-depth knowledge of specialist subjects such as scope of works negotiations with surveyors and contractors as well as being very familiar with the Section 20 major work consultation process.

Katie has been based in Bournemouth for many years, since coming down from Sheffield Hallam University, and much of her experience has been gleaned locally so she is familiar with the conurbation and has built up a steady reputation with local contractors and suppliers.

She is a Member of the Institute of Residential Property Managers (MIRPM) and is a PRINCE2 Practitioner, demonstrating her prowess with managing projects to a speedy and effective conclusion.

Aileen Lacey-Payne, MD of Napier, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Katie who brings even more experience to enhance our already well established and outstanding team. The position of Property Manager is an important role as it is the primary point of contact with our customers. They want to be assured when they contact Katie that they are receiving the best possible customer service.”

Katie will be working with all staff across all Napier’s offices located in the New Forest, Bournemouth and Southampton.

For more information on the comprehensive services they offer, contact their friendly staff on 02380 337883/01202 314511 or visit their website www.napiermanagement.co.uk

cupcake eaters to join them on the day and have some fun in return for a donation to this fantastic cause. Look out for info on social media or call them on 01202 524252 if you would like to take part at their Charminster Road office. www.paulwatts.co.uk

In support of this great cause the ladies at Paul Watts will be holding a Cupcake Day on Thursday 14th June to raise funds. Any support would be gratefully received. They need all important cupcake bakers and also

LUXURY INDEPENDENT LIVING IN THE HEART OF WAREHAM Fleur-de-lis Wareham comprises 21 beautifully appointed one and two bedroom luxury apartments only a short walk from Wareham’s historic town centre. It really will be a place to relax, enjoy the surroundings and socialise with the other owners, friends and family.

The luxurious shared facilities include an elegantly furnished entrance foyer, a practical sewing and craft room, and a well-appointed drawing room. A fully furnished guest suite is available should your visitors wish to stay overnight.

The development offers owners peace of mind – there is no need to worry about costly heating bills, the overgrown garden, the leaky roof or even general maintenance of the house.

The development has a fully maintained landscaped garden and terrace.

Fleur-de-lis Wareham epitomizes independent luxury retirement living, allowing you to enjoy later life with

your family, friends and like-minded neighbours.

Another point of interest is the complimentary moving service. This service is designed to help an owner with planning their move, removals and unpacking in conjunction with your prearranged plans. This is a bespoke service arranged by a Move administrator upon reserving an apartment with them, plus a contribution of £1000 towards your solicitor cost if one of their panel solicitors is used. But of more interest is the following:The One beds now start at £190,000, down from £250,000 on selected plots.

With over 50% sold, don’t miss the opportunity to own your own luxury home.

Drop in and take the tour seven days a week or phone (01929) 554557 or visit www.renaissanceretirement.co.uk.

THE GLOBAL GROUP SUPPORT DIVERSE ABILITIES Local creative design agency, The Global Group, has officially chosen Diverse Abilities as its charity of choice to support.

The agency has supported the Dorset disability charity for the past four years, initially by designing an updated website. Global successfully cleaned and modernised the charity’s website to make it easily accessible as well as building in a donation facility. Following this, the team at Global supported the charity by designing adhoc literature for fundraising events.

In addition, for the past two years, the agency has been the design and print sponsor for the charity’s prestigious gala ball.

This involved the team creating the brand for the event and designing and printing high quality literature to promote the event, plus items required for use at the ball, all as a gift in kind.

Looking ahead, Global is yet again the design and print sponsor of the Diverse Abilities gala ball, taking place on 24 November at Poole Lighthouse, and are getting involved with the branding of the charity’s adult centre redevelopment.

For further information regarding Diverse Abilities visit www.diverseabilities. org.uk or to find out more about the Global Group visit www.discoverglobal.co.uk

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LANGSIDE SCHOOL’S BRAND NEW SENSORY ROOM Langside, the Diverse Abilities run special school, is delighted that its new sensory room, known as Imaginarium, is now open for pupils to enjoy and benefit from.

Having a sensory space that is fully functional is very important to the children that attend Langside School, as it plays a vital role in their development, communication and understanding of their surroundings. Those with limited mobility can lay on a bed that resonates music and delivers it to the body to relax their muscles. The children will be able to play games and interact with the projector, providing hours of enjoyment and entertainment.

It will also increase their concentration, focus and alertness developing hand and eye co-ordination and motor skills.

The sensory room will also be used by other services run by the charity providing a relaxing, calming environment for all children and adults with disabilities in the local area that Diverse Abilities supports.

To find out more regarding Langside School, please visit www.diverseabilities. org.uk/langside

SAXE COBURG ARE PROUD SPONSORS OF THE CHRISTCHURCH FOOD FESTIVAL Saxe Coburg have opened a new branch in Christchurch, based on the High Street, and celebrated their new office by sponsoring this year’s Christchurch Food Festival to show their further support of the local community.

The weekend of the 11th – 13th May saw Christchurch become filled with an array of food and drink exhibitors, showcasing some of the very finest local suppliers that Dorset has to offer. Saxe Coburg were headline sponsors of the renowned Demonstration Marquee, which hosts an array of celebrity chefs, who perform live cooking demonstrations to audiences across the weekend. Guests were treated to tasty treats from ITV’s Dean Edwards, famous Vegan baker Miss Cupcake, Alex Aitken from The Jetty, Luke Matthews from the Chewton Glen, Alana Spencer from BBC’s hit television show The Apprentice, and many more. In addition, the CEO of Saxe Coburg, Maximillian de

Kment took to the stage for a live cookoff against another local business on the Sunday.

The weekend was a great success and Saxe Coburg will continue to be active in the community. They also have a branch in Canford Cliffs so welcome you to pop in to either office to meet the teams and for an informal chat about your property goals this year. www.saxecoburg.eu / 01202 303066

NEW GIN HOUSE IN WIMBORNE SET TO OPEN DOORS ON 25TH MAY The multi-award winning Gin House Wimborne will open their doors at the new location on Church Street on the May Bank Holiday weekend (25th). The venue is triple the size of the original bar in West Borough and will feature over 200 new gins and a private gin tasting experience room.

Owners Kate and Gordon Compston have retained the much-loved prohibition theme in the spacious Grade II Listed building, which is seeing a substantial investment into repairs and fit out.

The new bar will offer a relaxed and cosy atmosphere, comfortable, chilled out nooks, and a bar and waitress service from a bespoke handmade bar, constructed by locally based craftsmen.

Expect to find small batch and limited run gins alongside rare and flavoured tonic waters with an emphasis on eccentric, complementing garnishes.

A prominent feature of the new location will be the exclusive, private hire tasting room: an indulgent environment created to showcase gin tuition and

tasting scenarios perfect for corporate and private events. Catering for predominately groups, it will offer an intimate ‘behind the scenes’ package with bespoke menus designed by their experienced, house mixologists led by Aidan and his team. Placing guests at the hands of Dorset’s most experienced and well-seasoned beverage professionals, with one off product placements, cocktail listings and esoteric ingredients.

Said Kate Compston Owner of the Gin House and Taphouse, “We are so excited to launch our new Gin House in its brand new location just off the Square, and showcase what the new space has to offer. We have had a great response to relocating and feel very much a valued part of the community here in Wimborne.

Our expansion is due to popular demand thanks to our loyal customer base.”

For booking enquiries please email theginhousewimborne@gmail. com. For more information visit theginhousewimborne.co.uk

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GALES SOLICITORS IN BOURNEMOUTH BECOME SPONSORS OF OAKMEADIANS RUGBY CLUB Gales Solicitors, based in Winton but serving the communities of the whole of Bournemouth, have announced their sponsorship of Oakmeadians Rugby Club in Meyrick Park.

Senior Partner Matthew Moore advised, “We are delighted to be on board as sponsors with Oakmeadians.

They are a real thriving community club, represented by teams from age groups 4 – 16 years old and the senior teams. We’re looking forward to being a part of their future success.”

Jane Hart Club Vice Chair commented, “It’s great to have Gales Solicitors on board, we really value their support and generosity for our Club. We welcomed them to our last game of the season where they enjoyed our hospitality and got to see our first team in action. Oaks put on an impressive performance for their sponsor and came out on top winning 20 – 0 again local rivals Lytchett Minster RFC.” Gales Solicitors was established in 1948 by John Gale and has been providing legal advice to the people of Bournemouth and the surrounding areas for 70 years. Now located on Winton high street, Gales Solicitors continue to deliver a professional service from a local base. Offering legal services to both individuals and business clients. The company prides itself on offering expert advice with a friendly face. www.gales-solicitors.co.uk

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WESTBOURNE £179,950

A selection of properties sold by Winkworth Westbourne in April

BRANKSOME PARK £200,000

ALUM CHINE £324,950

WESTBOURNE £249,950

OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has good storage space.

Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land

WESTBOURNE £239,950

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BRANKSOME PARK £360,000

BRANSKOME £199,950

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OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD VIEW FROM CLIFF TOP An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is

SIX STUNNING NEW APARTMENTS WITH STRIKING ELEVATIONS ON HIGHCLIFFE’S CLIFF TOP, DUE FOR COMPLETION DECEMBER 2018 surrounding the roof which has good storage space.

broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden roomFROM | hall | drawing room TO | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six HIGHCLIFFE-ON-SEA PRICES £450,000 £850,000 A striking development of four two-bedroom apartments and a three-bedroom penthouse in an enviable location, Needles Watch offers contemporary living at its finest. Each acres of land

open plan apartment has a private balcony or terrace, with high quality fixtures and fittings, and access to the cliff top just across the road. Most of the apartments have sea views across to the The Isle of Wight, and all have a southerly facing aspect and a large single garage.

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Stunning homes with light, airy interiors and generous gardens built to traditional standards and boasting high energy efficiency with low on-going maintenance, within the catchment area for both Highcliffe Junior and Comprehensive schools and strolling distance of the sandy beach and Mudeford Quay.

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CANFORD CLIFFS RD, CANFORD CLIFFS £995,000

CLIFTON ROAD, LOWER PARKSTONE £940,000

GLENGARIFF RD, LOWER PARKSTONE ££650,000

GLENAIR AVENUE, LOWER PARKSTONE £600,000

OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has good storage space.

Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six

WINDSOR VIEW, WINDSOR ROAD, LOWER PARKSTONE £340,000

acres of land

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SPUR HILL AVENUE, LOWER PARKSTONE £270,000

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HOW TO CHOOSE STORAGE Steve Webber, Director of Maidmans Moving & Storage Steve has many years’ experience in the moving and storage industry. Mrs P, of Poole asked, “What should I consider when choosing storage?”

Steve replied: “Make sure storage meets your needs, otherwise you could end up with something that is unsuitable or not cost effective.

The two types of storage to consider are containerised storage and self-storage. Containerised storage is often cheaper, but you must weigh this up against a lack of access to your belongings”.

Steve added, “consider the following points before choosing storage: Location - For regular access to stored belongings, using a facility 50-miles away makes little sense. But, if you will not need access, you may save money using containerised storage outside of your immediate location.

Access – Not every self-storage facility is open 24 hours a day, but for most people normal weekday access or access on demand will suffice.

Facilities – Security is paramount, including lockable access and cameras. Consider fire protection and insurance.

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If you are looking to update your home/ flat/ room this season, then there are some key interior trends you need to know about for spring/ summer 2018.

ICE CREAM SHADES: This is a fun colour trend for 2018 that involves mixing and matching pastels to create a look which is both soft and bold at the same time. The lovely contrast of bubblegum blues, pistachio greens and strawberry pinks create a vibrant colour palette without overwhelming the senses. Keeping a neutral backdrop is key to this trend, as these pastels work best as the sole source of colour through various accents. Opting for a vanilla cream, white or black background should ensure success with this palette.

DARK WOODS: The Scandi trend that we are all very familiar with may have encouraged us to select bleached wood and indiscreet furniture but this year we are going bolder and darker. Mahogany, textured walnut and dark oak are starting to take centre stage and are adding a new depth to any room. This finish will become more prominent in commercial spaces as well as residential, with dark wood desks giving an edge of sophistication to office environments.

NEW METALLICS: You will often see this newly popular dark wood finish teamed with metallics, but not just any metallics. Instead of rose gold and yellow gold, more industrial shades of metal are becoming increasingly popular. Materials with less of a shine such as nickel and brass will give your space a more organic feel. Inject a hint of this trend into your home or commercial space through metallic pendant lights, framed wall-hung pictures and mirrors, edging on coffee tables or the feet on sofas and arm chairs. Brass is my personal favourite as there’s something quite special about the warm brass palette that adds instant luxe to a home.

WABI-SABI: A big spring/ summer 2018 trend is ‘Wabi-Sabi’, which is an easy, carefree concept to apply. Wabi-Sabi finds beauty in imperfection, and when following the Wabi-Sabi way it is important to have authenticity and focus on staying true to oneself and celebrating life’s flaws. Beds can be messy and crumpled rather than primped, plumped and tucked, and homes are ‘homely’. We are seeing more and more plants and natural furniture/materials creeping into indoor space to give a fresh and airy feel, and boundaries between the indoors and outdoors are being blurred.

For more information about how KTM Design can help you with Interior Design and Space Planning or to book your complimentary design consultation, please call 01202 069499 or email info@ ktmdesign.co.uk

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TALBOT WOODS | GUIDE PRICE £950,000 A substantial five bedroom, two reception room detached character house situated within one of Talbot Woods premier roads. Positioned on a large, private plot and benefitting from an open plan kitchen/ breakfast room, ground floor shower room, garage and ample off road parking.

BOURNEMOUTH | PRICES FROM £250,000

BOURNEMOUTH | PRICES FROM £240,000

60% SOLD – Stunning newly converted apartments situated within a popular and convenient location. Offering two bedrooms, beautiful bathroom, open plan living space, luxuriously fitted kitchen, residents parking and 10 year guarantee. Ready for immediate occupation.

50% SOLD - Now available on the help to buy scheme, stunning apartments situated within a prestigious new development of 14 apartments. A moments walk from Bournemouth Town Centre and the award winning sandy beaches. Allocated Parking.

QUEENS PARK | GUIDE PRICE £580,000

BOURNEMOUTH | OIEO £240,000

BOURNEMOUTH | £255,000

An individually designed split level, four bedroom home located within the highly sought after Queens Park location.

The property offers the opportunity for further modernisation and updating whilst benefitting from a private southerly facing rear garden, off road parking and garage.

Beautifully presented first and second floor maisonette with private entrance and garden. Offering spacious accommodation to include three double bedrooms, living room and separate kitchen, further benefits include driveway parking and far reaching views from the master bedroom.

Immaculately presented two bedroom home situated on a popular modern development adjacent to Knighton Heath Golf Course. Boasting living/dining room with French doors leading onto a private westerly garden, re-fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom and three allocated parking spaces.

01202 317317 | bournemouth@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 122 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth

RINGWOOD | £645,000 A beautiful four bedroom house with generous accommodation which has been maintained to an exceptional standard throughout. Enjoying fabulous front and rear landscaped gardens, Double garage and sweeping driveway. Viewings highly recommended

ASHLEY HEATH | £635,000

NEW FOREST | OIEO £475,000

A fabulous three bedroom, two bathroom bungalow meticulously maintained by the current owners and presented in most wonderful style with quality fittings throughout. Ideally located just a short walk of direct access to the Castleman Trailway. NO CHAIN.

A three bedroom bespoke single storey country home set within a well-established plot with wonderful forest views. First time to the market for over 70 years the property has been extended by the current owners and benefits from a detached garage and various outbuildings. VENDOR SUITED.

ASHLEY HEATH | OIEO £400,00

RINGWOOD | OIEO £550,000

RINGWOOD | OIEO £350,000

NO CHAIN. A well maintained two double bedroom detached bungalow set in an established corner plot of just under quarter of an acre and within a short walk to the Castleman Trailway. Offering huge potential with a detached double garage and off road parking.

A well-presented four/five bedroom chalet style bungalow, popular location, walking distance to schools, convenience store and Poulner Lakes. Extended and refurbished, spacious accommodation. Extensive off road parking, single garage, out building, enclosed rear garden.

A well-proportioned two/three bedroom detached bungalow with potential to modernise and extend (stpp) situated in a generous plot in a popular residential location.

Level walking distance to schools, convenience store and leisure centre. Detached single garage and off road parking.

01425 489955 | ringwood@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 52 - 54 High Street, Ringwood

CANFORD CLIFFS | £895,000 A beautifully presented four bedroom detached home set in this prestigious tree lined road just a few hundred yards from Parkstone Golf Club. The property was completed in 2015, having been constructed for the builder’s own occupation, therefore finished to a high standard throughout and offered with the remainder of the 10 year builders warranty.

CANFORD CLIFFS | £695,000

LOWER PARKSTONE | £575,000

A well presented, substantial family home with four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, two reception rooms and a superb kitchen/family room opening onto an elevated patio which overlooks the good size rear garden, located in this sought after area. The current owners have extensively remodelled and refitted over the years in a contemporary style.

A contemporary four bedroom, three bathroom family home set over three floors with a fabulous open plan living/dining/kitchen area which has bi–fold doors opening onto the rear garden and a garage with electric operated door. Sandpiper is a brand new development of just three colonial style properties, set just over ½ a mile from Ashley Cross.

BRANKSOME PARK | £269,950

PARKSTONE | £275,000

UPTON | £500,000

A superb, well presented top floor two double bedroom, two bathroom apartment, with a generous open plan kitchen/ living area, southerly facing balcony and a garage. Set within ½ a mile of Westbourne. This apartment is set on the top floor and is one of twelve properties in this block which are all serviced by a passenger lift.

A delightful semi-detached home, built in 2014 by local builders Holtom Homes, set in a convenient location. This beautifully presented 3 bedroom home has a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, ground floor cloakroom, lovely sitting/dining room, southerly facing enclosed rear garden and off road parking to the front.

A truly unique three bedroom, three reception room, two bathroom family home which has a wonderful character feel throughout with a number of out buildings, off road parking facilities for several cars, a garage and a car port workshop, set in a beautiful country lane with other individual properties.

01202 377377 | poole@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 18 - 20 Parkstone Road, Poole

FERNDOWN | £700,000 SOLE AGENT A recently renovated and beautifully finished four double bedroom, three bathroom detached cottage, with a one bedroom, two bathroom self-contained annexe, a 90ft private and west facing rear garden and generous off-road parking. Situated on a private plot which is approaching 1/5 of an acre, enjoying a convenient location approximately 700 metres away from Ferndown’s town centre and 200 metres from Ferndown’s common.

GOLF LINKS ROAD | OIRO £875,000

CARROLL AVENUE | £790,000

An immaculately presented and extended five bedroom, four bathroom, three reception room executive family home situated on a mature and secluded plot measuring in excess of ½ an acre.

The principal rooms of the ground floor accommodation overlook the 150ft rolling, secluded rear garden. Beautifully re-fitted kitchen, superb 19ft master bedroom and double gates open onto a gravelled front driveway providing ample off road parking and detached double garage.

A superbly located and extremely spacious five-bedroom, three bathroom, four reception room detached family home with an enclosed south facing private rear garden, an oversized detached double garage and generous off-road parking. Sitting on a secluded plot measuring in excess of 1/4 of an acre.

WEST PARLEY | £575,000

FERNDOWN | £525,000

FERNDOWN | £525,000

A beautifully refurbished and extended four doublebedroom, three bathroom detached chalet bungalow, with off-road parking and a detached single garage. Situated in a sought-after location within West Parley.

An immaculately presented and extended three doublebedroom, two reception room detached bungalow occupying a large, private plot with an 80ft secluded rear garden, detached double garage and generous off-road parking for several vehicles nestled away in a sought-after cul-de-sac location.

A sympathetically renovated and substantially enlarged four double-bedroom, two reception room detached character family home, with a 55ft landscaped rear garden, detached single garage and generous off-road parking. Situated in a convenient location approximately 300 metres from Ferndown’s town centre.

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Our award-winning park is just across the water from Sandbanks, home to Britain’s rich and famous. With miles of sheltered sand, beach and turquoise water to enjoy here on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, we reckon that our park is priceless. After all, we have stunning views (especially at sunset) over Poole Harbour, Europe’s largest natural harbour.

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A Q&A WITH...

APEX TREE SURGEONS LTD Your tree-related questions answered Deciding whom to instruct to carry out your tree works can be daunting, after all, what do we know about the fundamentals of shrubbery?

But beyond these technicalities, it is important to select a company who you have the upmost confidence in— someone who ultimately will work with you and provide a professional, stress free service. So, in the hopes of giving you a head start for finding your perfect local specialist, we asked the experts at Apex Tree Surgeons some of your most common tree-related questions.

If a tree is overshadowing a garden how can the natural light be increased?

Crown raising, tree thinning or reducing the tree’s canopy, are all effective methods to allow more light into the garden.

What rights do homeowners have when a neighbour’s tree overhangs their garden?

A homeowner is responsible for maintaining any tree or hedge that falls within their boundary, however, the owners of the tree have a duty of care to ensure that the tree is safe. If

the tree is protected, an application to the Council is required.

How would I know/find out if a tree is protected?

Some councils show protected trees and conservation areas online, where others require you to contact them. As part of our service, we will investigate if your trees are protected and complete any necessary applications on your behalf.

Would you apply to the council on behalf of the client?

If we are employed to carry out the work, as part of our service, we do offer to submit the application on behalf of our client at no extra fee. Often having a professional, such as us, write the application will increase the chances of the works being accepted.

When is the best time to prune a fruit tree?

It varies depending on the type of fruit tree it is. Apple and pear trees for example are best pruned when they are dormant, anywhere between November and February, whilst plum trees are best pruned between spring and summer.

What should be done if a tree is suspected of being diseased or dying?

Seek a professional such a ourselves to inspect the tree and provide a solution. We will be able to advise on the disease and how best to resolve the situation so as to avoid further damage to other trees and plants.

How should someone go about having a tree removed?

If it is felt that tree removal is necessary then as mentioned previously the first step is finding out if the tree is protected, which we can help with. Following that, we will survey the tree and provide a free quote with our proposed resolution.

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If a tree is uprooting a drive can anything be done?

Yes, root pruning can be carried out which in most cases will overcome this problem. In more extreme circumstances, tree removal can be an option.

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INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY: THE APEX GEOTECH INJECTOR Apex Tree Surgeons Ltd are the only UK distributor of German based company Vogt. Since the launch of their new product, The GeoInjector, last summer the product has taken the industry by storm and Apex are busy combatting soil decompaction, all over the country. For instance, working with councils to stimulate trees in decline, golf greens to say goodbye to waterlogged areas, schools to renew lawns rather than replace them and now, your garden.

The Apex GeoTech Injector is designed to inject high-pressure air into soil with low risk and high impact. The GeoTech Injector uses techniques that result in soil improvement, targeting both common and complex soil problems. The tool drills into the root zone where high-pressured air is then released to aerate the soil, naturally decompacting the ground.

The cavities are filled with beneficial nutrients to assist tree root health and improve plant performance. Soil decompaction stimulates root growth through the improvement of soil

The team worked very hard, were polite and tidy. We are very pleased with the work carried out. Easy to recommend them.

Do you charge for quoting?

No, we carry out all of our quotations for free as part of our service. We will schedule an appointment to visit and advise on the trees in question and send a free of charge, no obligation quotation.

Why should people use you?

We’re under no illusion that tree surgery is at the forefront of everyone’s

structure allowing a greater amount of air into the soil and reactivating the natural biological process.

SPRING/SUMMER TIPS Introducing a tree fertiliser such as enriched biochar in and around the tree roots will assist the trees through hot weather. The fertiliser will hold water, as well help fight pests and disease.

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ealth management can be a complex area and whether you have a nestegg of £25,000 or £1,000,000, it’s important to have peace of mind that your financial goals are being achieved and continue to evolve with you. Here’s some tips from local wealth managers WHIreland to protect and preserve your wealth.

There are also ways of reducing your tax bill through the use of certain tax reliefs, allowances and exemptions associated with Enterprise Investment Schemes (EIS) and Venture Capital Trusts (VCT). Keep in mind though, that these are not suitable for everybody and will carry higher levels of risk and volatility.

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INVESTMENTS

Interest rates remain at near-record lows making borrowing relatively cheap but returns are also very low on bank account savings. It is prudent to regularly review the interest rate of your debt, such as on credit card balances or personal loans, and lower any of the outstanding amount(s). You could also look at other types of savings alternatives to make the most of any cash savings you have.

Typically having a portfolio of investments can help you achieve your long-term financial goals such as saving for retirement, repaying a mortgage or paying university fees for your children.

Over the longer-term these returns will potentially be better than simply placing cash in a bank savings account. Reviewing your investment objectives regularly will ensure your portfolio reflects your changing requirements. For those who wish to remove the burden of making day-to-day investment decisions, a discretionary investment portfolio service and investment manager, similar to our own, will ensure your wealth is preserved and protected.

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SAVINGS ALTERNATIVES AND TAX YEAR-END PLANNING

Make sure you use your £20,000 annual ISA allowance to protect and grow your wealth in a tax efficient way. If you are wanting to help the younger generation of your family, you can invest up to £4,080 per child in a Junior ISA, providing them with a savings pot for their future.

PENSIONS

It’s important to review the pensions you currently have to ensure your contribution levels are in line with recent allowance reductions.

If you do not intend accessing the funds before you are 55, a SIPP (Self-Invested Personal Pension), will give you greater flexibility on the types of investments you can use.

It may be that the pension(s) you are currently invested in; will not suit your intended retirement plans, the investment choices are unsuitable or, not working as hard as they could be for you.

Reviewing your pensions will also ensure that your intentions of how any pension assets on your death will be distributed are correct and up-to-date.

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Without careful planning, HM Revenue and Customs could be the main beneficiary of your estate after you have passed away. Rising property prices has meant that over the past few years, many more individuals have been subject to IHT. We recommend looking at the planning strategies available to you to enable your family to meet any estate tax liabilities efficiently whilst benefitting from accumulated family wealth. At the moment, pensions are an important part of planning to share family wealth.

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BROTOX …And breaking the male beauty stigma

With the rise of social media, the ‘selfie’ movement, and all the vanity that comes with it, there has been a huge surge in the number of men having injectables and cosmetic procedures. There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking pride in your appearance, after all, we’re living in a time of gender equality (almost) and if it’s ok for women to indulge every now and then, men should too!

According to a recently released study from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the number of men getting Botulinum toxin injections (commonly known by its brand name as Botox) totaled 453,281 in 2016—can you imagine what this figure is at now in 2018? HUGE. So, here’s what to expect if you’re a guy who’s thinking about a little ‘brotox’: Botox is injected into the facial areas where wrinkles appear in very small concentrations. The drug prevents signals from the nerves from reaching these facial muscles, effectively preventing the muscles from getting

At Visjeune, you will have a consultation with your aesthetician several days prior to your first treatment; as we believe in giving you time to make an informed decision.

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More specifically, injected Botox prevents the release of a chemical known as acetylcholine, preventing the contraction of the muscle cells. The effect of the drug causes a reduction in abnormal muscle contraction allowing the muscles to become less stiff. In plain-speak, Botox helps to stop those fine lines and wrinkles starting in the first place, and relaxes the existing lines that currently sit on your face.

We promise, it’s not as scary as it sounds, BUT make sure you choose the right aesthetician to do your treatment. It’s crucial in this unregulated industry to choose a professional injector with many years of experience behind them, and we urge those seeking injectables to not just pop to your nearest beauty clinic on a whim, as you are potentially putting yourself at risk by doing so.

Even if you don’t decide to go with our team at Visjeune, we still care deeply about the health and wellbeing of those seeking and receiving noninvasive/aesthetic treatments.

Botox is not just used for cosmetic treatments; it can also be used for Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and Migraines. There are so many amazing uses for Botox, so let’s break down the gender stigmatism that surrounds it.

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HOLIDAY HOME OWNERSHIP

EXTRA CHARGES & DISCOUNTS Should you charge for extras, include them or even discount for unused things?

Holiday properties often have extras and all have features that some guests don’t use. Today I’m going to consider presentation of prices rather than the level they should be set at. Basically there are three ways to price things- you can make an additional charge, include it or offer a reduction if it’s not used. Common examples in our industry would be a charge for a dog, linen included or a discount for a couple in a larger property.

Regular readers will know that I am a big fan of using data to prove things but this is an area where it is difficult to measure things precisely and my conclusions are as much about gut feel as pure calculation. One thing that isn’t helpful is to ask your customers! I know that what people say and what they do online are not the same thing but the main point is that you are asking a self selecting sample- people have said to me that their guests are happy to pay extra for the dog but the problem is that the people who weren’t didn’t come.

What we do know is that multiple charges will definitely hurt your bookings- if there’s a deposit, linen charge, extra for a dog and then the option to buy logs you will definitely lose customers during the online booking process. At the moment we have no more than one additional charge on any of our properties and I would be reluctant to add any more.

So let’s take a look at some potential charges and how I think they are best dealt with: EXTRA ACCOMMODATION I’ve dealt with places that have an annexe, extra building or extension that can be locked up if not used. In this case it’s definitely OK for there to be a separate charge- you can see what you are paying for and the price can be quite high so would affect bookings from smaller parties if it was just included.

HOT TUBS Again everybody understands that there is a significant cost to using a hot tub- it has to be drained cleaned and sanitised and maintained during the week. There is a clear and separate benefit which you can choose not to use. We have found that around £100 is an acceptable extra charge. The exception her is when promoting high end prestige properties where everything has to be included HEATING & ELECTRICITY Whatever the economics my feeling is that the expectation of the market nowadays is that heating and electricity are included and making a charge is a bit like having a £1 meter in the properties. (If you’ve still got one of those then stop reading right now, pick up the phone and arrange to have it removed!).

You can’t stay without using the electricity and the uncertainty of what the cost might be will definitely hurt your bookings.

LINEN Linen comes into the same category as electricity- I appreciate that you can bring your own so it isn’t technically compulsory but you simply have to supply it nowadays.

TOWELS I’ve heard of some quite high end properties that still don’t supply towels and if they are well established with regular customers it doesn’t seem to affect their bookings. Of course we could argue that it just means they are too cheap but it’s hard to measure this. I certainly wouldn’t start from scratch and offer a new property with no towels

want to use and I’ll sort it out for you. The point here is that apart from a fractionally lower linen cost (assuming they don’t jump on all the beds) there is no saving for an owner but that doesn’t mean that we should ignore the marketing opportunity.

Offering a discount can make your place stand out and we also use it as an excuse to list a sleeps four cottage in the ‘Just for two’ section on the site.

WIFI Don’t even go there! WiFi is like hot water only more important. Get an unlimited package at the fastest speed available and include it. This is probably the feature than can get you the most extra bookings for the least investment.

The problem is that you have to weigh up the cost of giving the discount to people who would have booked anyway against additional revenue from extra bookings. Here’s how a recent calculation went as an example.

DOGS Now we are getting into more nuanced territorythere are plenty of cottages that charge for dogs and many guests accept this so we need to try and make a judgement. First of all if you are going to make a charge the level obviously makes a difference. There is always a resistance to paying any charge so it’s certainly not worth making it nominal- if it’s not at least £15 a week then don’t bother. Equally if it’s too high you will definitely lose bookings- if you had to pin me down I would say £25 is the maximum.

The more relevant question however is whether charging for the dog ever results in a lost booking and if it does is the revenue from the dog charges greater than the loss?

We were looking at ways to boost bookings on a property and considering a couples discount.

Analysis of the previous year’s bookings showed £6,500 worth of bookings from couples so if we had had a 10% couples discount we would have give away £650 unnecessarily. So the question is would we have had an extra £650 of value after expenses if we offered a discount. This was a more balanced decision- I thought it would but in the end the owner decided not to do it.

Just like the rise of all inclusive package holidays my suspicion is that we will move towards fewer extra charges and simple online booking will become increasingly important in maximising income.

Very difficult to measure this but I’m actually in a reasonable position to try as I have run a number of agencies, some charged for dogs and some didn’t.

A quick look at a few that charge for dogs sees an average of 12 out of 30 weeks with dogs generating about £250 in revenue from charges, where there is no charge for dogs the average number of guests with dogs goes up to 18 out of 30 weeks so there is definitely an effect.

Even an additional out of season weekend booking in a small place is likely to be worth £300+ so the calculation is that if you get one extra booking a year you are better off and so I am now firmly of the opinion that it’s better not to charge.

COUPLES DISCOUNT This is an interesting one, I often field a phone call from somebody asking for a discount on a sleeps 4 apartment because there’s just the two of them. No problem I say- just tell us which half of the bath you

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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POWERED UP Turn up your working week The working week can feel like a real slog sometimes. Whether you’re in your dream job or still hiking your way up the ladder, there’s no hiding from what most would call the “afternoon slump”—you know, that time about an hour after the feel-good effects of lunch have worn off and the unrelenting tiredness (and major procrastination) sets in.

The fact is, that onset weariness might have less to do with the amount of sleep you’re getting and more to do with your health and fitness. For example, did you know that regular exercise helps your brain to function at a higher capacity? Improving memory, your ability to multitask and make quicker decisions along with it. Likewise a properly fueled body— much like a well-oiled machine—can function better on so many levels, and is less open to a whole host of dangerous diseases that go hand-inhand with a poor diet.

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OK, this is probably a whole lot of stuff you already know—I can almost hear

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Yes we all have our own aesthetic goals (i.e. be thinner, have more muscle, loose the beer belly), but a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle has so many more important benefits, particularly when it comes to productivity at work. With this in mind, Personal Trainer Shay Faulkner is challenging bosses (and persuasive employees) to sign their team up to “Powered Up”, a new fitness and nutrition plan that is going to empower employees to live healthier, happier lives.

What is Powered Up? Essentially it’s a tailored workout and nutrition plan that gets people more active and eating better, in a way that will improve their day-to-day working week and general wellbeing.

I’m encouraging bosses to sign up their team to show that they really care about the people that are working for them, by giving them the opportunity to improve their health and most importantly happiness.

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Everyone’s body is unique and must be treated that way but by using my knowledge and experience, I will find the method that works best for you and help you to apply it to your life!

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I meet the individuals who have signed up and have a friendly chat about what their habits and lifestyle is like now, and ultimately where they want to be in ‘x’ months/years time. And it’s not just about their diet or training either, we’ll talk about so many other factors like emotions, habits, lifestyle patterns—all sorts, so that we really get to the bottom of things that maybe they weren’t even fully aware of that could be affecting their progress.

lifestyle and mindset change that will make healthy eating and taking care of your body second nature, and actually something to enjoy.

Once we’ve had that initial meeting I can go away and create a tailored workout and diet plan, that factors in employees’ lifestyle and goals as a whole—treats, cheats and all.

Ultimately, we want to create a lasting

Why should bosses invest in their staff ’s fitness and health?

We live in a very different age now where employees want to be valued in ways other than a salary, and with more and more people

What does it cost?

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SHOBLEY, RINGWOOD £1,495,000

ST. LEONARDS OFFERS IEO £735,000

HOME & INCOME OPPORTUNITY. A grand country manor located within the New Forest National Park, on the outskirts of Ringwood, which is set within extensive grounds, comprising of approximately 2.5 (tbc) acres of manicured landscaped gardens and an additional 8 acres (tbc) of woodland. With approx 8000 SQ FT, this substantial property has been skilfully developed to retain much of its original character and charm, whilst modern fixtures and fittings add to its opulence. This impressive property is completed by a self-contained annexe that has been successfully used as holiday lets on a regular basis. More details of which are available on request.

A SUBSTANTIAL PERIOD home with extensive living accommodation of OVER 2300 SQ FT with ANNEXE POTENTIAL subject to necessary consents, situated on over HALF AN ACRE, comprising three bath/shower rooms and modern benefits, such as gas heating and double glazed windows. This charming property also includes a SIZEABLE OUTBUILDING/GARAGE COMPLEX.

ASHLEY HEATH £580,000

RINGWOOD £450,000

Occupying a TUCKED AWAY corner position in this lovely cul-de-sac is this recently refurbished detached bungalow with a DOUBLE GARAGE. Offering a brand new fitted kitchen. NO CHAIN - KEYS IN OFFICE.

A wonderful opportunity to acquire a deceptively large semi-detached 5 bedroom CHARACTER COTTAGE. Within WALKING DISTANCE to the TOWN and in CATCHMENT AREA to local schools. Benefiting from a SOUTH FACING GARDEN, GARAGE & OFF ROAD PARKING.

SOPLEY PARK £1,395,000

ASHLEY HEATH OFFERS IEO £950,000

Set amongst approximately 8.6 ACRES of formal gardens and paddocks is this STUNNING EQUESTRIAN RESIDENCE. Part built in the late 1800’s with various extensions added over the years. A wonderful historical attribute is the unique CLOCK TOWER along with many other original features to enjoy.

VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

APPROX 3500 SQ FT. A unique New England Style property situated on a sizeable plot of APPROX 0.5 OF AN ACRE with SOUTH WESTERLY FACING GARDEN in the highly sought after location of Ashley Heath. Built in 2009, this magnificent detached house was designed with careful thought to detail from the most modern technology available. Within walking distance of Ringwood Forest and the popular Moors Valley Country Park.

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We are extremely pleased with the way the Dorset Design Build team approached and implemented our garden design project. From the initial consultation and design process, through the build itself and subsequent after project service, the entire process has been well managed and superbly executed. At all times the team were courteous, hard-working and flexible (even when we made a few design tweaks mid-project) and we would have no hesitation recommending them to other potential future customers.

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At Dorset Design Build we survey, design and build gardens in Dorset, with projects covering Poole, Bournemouth, Sandbanks, Canford Cliffs, Lilliput and Swanage. From complete garden landscaping and garden makeovers to adding statement garden features, advising on planting or upgrading lawns, decking, walls and patios, we do it all!

All our work is carefully planned to ensure you can make the most of your outdoor space and have a garden that you can really enjoy.

We talk to our customers and listen carefully to find out how you want to use your outdoor space; the different roles it will need to fulfil, how much time, energy and money you expect to invest in future maintenance and your style preferences that will influence the materials and planting we suggest.

Our years of experience, professional expertise and friendly team will give you the confidence to relax in the knowledge that, with Dorset Design and Build, you’re in safe hands.

Planning is only the start; once we agree on a design and work starts on the transformation of your garden you can trust us to work efficiently to get the job done. We’re polite and tidy, we’ll keep you informed about what’s going on and we guarantee the highest quality workmanship on all aspects of the project.

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Canford Cliffs | 01202 744944

£1,000,000 Bournemouth | 01202 555550

An exclusive and contemporary development of 17 incredibly spacious two-bedroom apartments exclusively for the over sixties, in the heart of the beautiful Canford Cliffs neighbourhood. Built over four storeys and including three penthouses, the luxury finish and stylish interior has all been carefully considered around later lifestyle living. This exquisite Penthouse apartment lies on the top floor at approximately *1657 Sq ft - and consists of two large luxurious double bedrooms, a stunning open plan living space, generous en suites and a terrace perfect for relaxing, or entertaining friends and family.

Exceptional Two Bedroom Apartments | Secure Underground Parking | Resident Concierge

Lower Parkstone | 01202 744944

Fantastic location | Spacious detached four bedroom family home | Off road parking for several vehicles | Baden Powell and Lilliput school catchment | Close to Whitecliff Park and Ashley Cross | Short drive and stroll to Sandbanks beach | Quiet Cul de sac location | Sought after property and road | Fantastic accommodation for a family home

Bournemouth | 01202 555550

A private landscaped rear garden, extensive parking and a very popular position, are just a few features of this truly exceptional detached family home. This imposing property has just been completely remodelled and extended, creating in our opinion, one of the finest homes in the area.

The property was extended upwards and outwards, creating approximately 2500 square foot of both spacious and versatile accommodation that has been beautifully finished to exacting standards.

Exceptional Extended Family Home| 2500 Sq ft Of Spacious Accommodation| 5 Double Bedrooms| 3 Contemporary Style Bath/Shower Rooms | Fantastic Open Plan Kitchen/ Dining Room

£540,000 Poole | 01202 744944

A deceptively spacious four bedroom two reception room detached family home located in the heart of Lower Parkstone, within walking distance to Whitecliff park and Lilliput Village, .

Asking Price £395,000

An incredibly popular and convenient location, easily maintained gardens and a private garage, are just a few features of this stunning four storey family home. This exceptionally versatile home has been sympathetically and thoughtfully extended by the current owners, creating further very useful accommodation. This comprises a large well planned loft extension, creating a double, modern en-suite bathroom, walk-in open wardrobe and a galleried landing area that could very easily be used as office space/seating area.

Exceptional Extended Family Home | Incredibly Versatile and Spacious Accommodation | Four/ Five Double Bedrooms | Four Stylish Bathrooms (3 En-Suite) | Thoughtfully Landscaped and Easily Maintained Gardens | Garage | Fantastic Location

Asking Price £600,000

£470,000

A fantastic family home offering plenty of space and accommodation throughout this makes a perfect home in the sought after area of Oakdale, Poole with Substantial Open Plan Kitchen With a Utility Area, four bedrooms and a first floor study.

Perfect Family Home With Plenty of Space Inside and Out | Two Reception Rooms & Dining Area Next to Kitchen | Detached Garage, Secure Driveway and Further Forecourt Parking | Beautifully Maintained Rear Garden Enjoying Plenty of Sun | Family Bathrooms, GF WC & Ensuite Bathroom To Master | A Short Walk To The Popular Local Schools | Close To Poole Town Centre & Oakdale Shops

Bournemouth | 01202 555550

£315,000

Beautifully presented third floor apartment. Located in the heart of Bournemouth in a stunning elevated position with fantastic far reaching urban views. Accommodation includes 2 large bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, stylish open plan design and a lovely balcony. The property is offered with secure undercroft parking and no forward chain.

Incredible Central Location 800m To Beach | Beautiful Stylish Luxury Apartment | Contemporary Open Plan Design | Fabulous Elevated Views From Balcony | 2 Large Double Bedrooms | 2 Modern Bath/ Shower Rooms | Secure Undercroft Parking | No Forward Chain

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Granby Road, Bournemouth £282,000

Southern Road, Southbourne £279,950

**TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED BUNGALOW IN A PRIME LOCATION ON A CORNER PLOT** Entrance hallway, lounge/diner, kitchen, bathroom, master bedroom, second double bedroom, rear garden, driveway parking, side corner plot. EPC Rating = F

**MODERN TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM CLIFFTOP APARTMENT WITH STUNNING SEA VIEWS** Share of freehold, lounge/diner, separate kitchen, master with en-suite and balcony, second double bedroom, lift access, allocated parking. EPC Rating = B

Bourneside, Crescent Road, Bournemouth £235,000

Southbourne Road, Southbourne £220,000

**STUNNING TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT WITH PRIVATE GARDEN AND PARKING** Lounge/diner, separate kitchen, master bedroom, ensuite, second double bedroom, family bathroom, private garden, 174 year lease. EPC Rating = C

**SPACIOUS TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM TOP FLOOR APARTMENT WITH ALLOCATED PARKING AND BALCONY** Kitchen/reception room, master bedroom, second double bedroom, family bathroom, balcony, communal garden, storage, parking. EPC Rating = B

Aylesbury Road, Bournemouth £170,000

Manor Court, Percy Road, Bournemouth £155,000

**SUBSTANTIAL TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT WITH GARDEN AND PARKING** Kitchen/diner, utility room, two double bedrooms, bathroom, private rear garden, allocated parking, refurbished, new 125 year lease. EPC Rating = E

**SPACIOUS WELL PRESENTED ONE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT WITH ALLOCATED PARKING** Lounge/diner, separate fitted kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom, allocated parking, communal rear garden, 113 year lease. EPC Rating = C

716 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6BZ 01202 303044 | lovettinternational.com Proud Partners of Sandown Mercedes-Benz Poole

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St Johns Road, Bournemouth £875 PCM

Churchill Road, Bournemouth £775 PCM

** TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR FLAT IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION ** freshly decorated, new carpets, large bright lounge, separate modern kitchen, own garage.

EPC = Band E

** TWO BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR FLAT WITH HALF PRICE AGENCY FEE ** Large contemporary kitchen, bright lounge with large bay window, unfurnished, communal garden.

EPC = Band E

Horace Road, Bournemouth £675 PCM

Christchurch Road, Bournemouth £650 PCM

** HALF PRICE AGENCY FEE ** One Bedroom first floor flat, large lounge with raised dining area, separate modern kitchen, allocated off-road parking. EPC = Band D

** HALF PRICE AGENCY FEE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR SALE ** One double bedroom first floor flat, open plan kitchen/lounge, contemporary decor throughout, ideal location, close to amenities, transport links and beaches. EPC = Band C

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SOUTHBOURNE

£575,000 FREEHOLD

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SOUTHBOURNE £310,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

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Character four double bedroom detached house, two receptions, kitchen / diner, two bathrooms, sunny garden, close to cliff top and the Grove. NO CHAIN.

Spacious & immaculate 2 double bed GFF, lounge, kitchen / diner, close to cliff top and the Grove, garage, private terrace, communal gardens- early viewing essential.

Four bedroom detached, 2 receptions, kitchen / breakfast room, conservatory, large garden, sought after location, parking, double garage, requires updating throughout.

£560,000 FREEHOLD

SOUTHBOURNE £280,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

SOUTHBOURNE £225,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

SOUTHBOURNE

Fantastic two dbl bed 2nd floor flat, modern kitchen / breakfast room luxury bathroom, master with en-suite, spacious light & airy, parking, communal gardens, close to cliff top and the Grove.

Large character two bedroom ground floor flat, lounge / diner, modern kitchen & new wet room, private garden, orp, no chain. Viewing essential.

Immaculate light & airy 3 bed det Bedford built home on Carbery Estate, 2 rec, kitchen / diner, gf Shower room, family bathroom, generous garden, req’s some updating. NO CHAIN.

£590,000 FREEHOLD

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IS THERE A HASSLE-FREE WAY TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR MORTGAGE? If you are coming to the end of your initial rate with your existing mortgage provider, are approaching the end of an existing mortgage arrangement, or have not reviewed your mortgage in the last 4 - 5 years, then you could cut the cost of your mortgage payments and it could be less hassle than you think.

At local mortgage broker Homeline Mortgages, they have seen more people reviewing their mortgages on a more frequent basis and say that invariably it can be beneficial for their clients.

Mortgage specialist Oliver Bishton said “The mortgage market is very competitive at present, and new products are becoming available on a regular basis. It is now best practice to look at switching your mortgage every few years to take advantage of

these new rates. By working with a reputable and independent mortgage broker, they will advise you about any clauses or penalties, and can help you calculate the most preferential mortgage deal based upon your individual circumstances.”

Another popular reason for re-mortgaging is when you have taken up a mortgage on a special introductory rate, and this period has come to an end. Oliver added, “You are not necessarily tied into your lender just because you started on a favourable rate. Quite often there are still potential savings to be made by switching to another provider.

but after the initial rate period has ended, there might be alternative lenders to approach.”

soon which will also impact on some mortgages, however there’s still time to re-mortgage and fix at the current rate.

This is often the case for first time buyers who may have been offered an incentive by a main high street lender when they took out their mortgage,

With the uncertainty of Brexit, and the current economy, there is an expectation that the Bank of England base rate will rise again

If re-mortgaging is something you are considering, why not get in touch with the Homeline Mortgages team. They offer a free, no-obligation mortgage review, and will only charge a fee should you proceed with a mortgage application through them. Oliver said, “We offer exceptional customer service. Our mortgage service takes the strain out of making the necessary arrangements, as we do most of the work on your behalf which is always welcomed by our clients!”

To discuss a re-mortgage or to arrange a free review call Homeline Mortgages on 01202 937444 quoting ‘HOUSE’ www.homelinemortgages.co.uk A fee may be charged should you proceed with a Mortgage or Protection application. Please ask your adviser for further details. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments.

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A two double bedroom apartment located on the edge of the town centre, close to all local amenities and transport links making it perfect home for anyone working in or outside of the town centre. The property offers spacious and well-appointed accommodation presented in good order throughout and has views from a southerly balcony, large kitchen/breakfast room plus a lounge/diner, a garage, en-suite from master bedroom and gas central heating.

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Idyllically located just a few minutes’ walk from Stourfield Infant and Junior School, and just a short walk to Southbourne Grove boasting its vast array of independant shops, restaurants, just 1/4 mile from the award winning blue flag beaches of Bournemouth. The property benefits from its own private entrance, two large double bedrooms, living room and kitchen.

Amersham Court, £350,000

Chine View, £220,000

A three bedroom two bathroom purpose built first floor flat conveniently situated within a short level walk of Westbourne centre which provides an extensive range of local amenities including shops ( M&S) , cafes, restaurants and doctors surgery. The sandy beaches at Branksome Chine are also within walking distance. The property is presented in exceptional condition throughout and offers extremely spacious accommodation with the benefit of a 20’ reception hall, double glazing, gas central heating, en suite to the master bedroom, balcony, garage and share of freehold. The property is also offered with no onward chain.

A lovely one bedroom character first floor apartment situated in the highly sought after West Cliff conservation area with easy access to the beach via Alum and Middle Chines and close to Westbourne village which offers a wide variety of amenities including shops, cafes, restaurants and a doctors surgery. The property offers light and spacious accommodation retaining a number of original features including decorative cornices and high ceilings with the benefit of gas central heating, double glazing, communal gardens, parking space and a share of the freehold.

Bournemouth Office | 01202 292000 | 126 Old Christchurch Rd, Bournemouth BH1 1LU

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Government Help to Buy scheme now available to help you purchase your first home at the iconic Old Sorting Offices, Bournemouth.

With well over 75% now sold we are expecting to see the remaining units sold very quickly with the introduction of the popular help to buy scheme.

The OSO is a brand new landmark building located in the heart of Bournemouth, offering luxurious accommodation ideal for first time buyers and investors.

Prices starting from £130,000 for a spacious studio apartment. There are a variety of studio and 1 bedroom apartments available within the building, all of which have been designed and finished to an exceptionally high standard.

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The Reef, Boscombe Spa Rd, Bournemouth, £695,000 Guide Price

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The Point, Marina Close, Bournemouth, £975,000 Guide Price

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Moments away from award winning beaches, Link Homes are delighted to offer for sale this truly outstanding four bedroom, south facing penthouse apartment. Situated within a gated development this property benefits from secure parking, air conditioning and uninterrupted panoramic coastal views.

Genuinely Passionate About Property Contact us now on 01202 308880 or for further details check out our website on www.linkhomes.co.uk

Parkstone Branch | 01202 710001 444 Ashley Road Parkstone, BH14 0AA parkstone@greysestateagents.co.uk

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UPTON

£255,000

This end of terrace house, conveniently close to local amenities and bus routes, boasts three bedrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, conservatory, bathroom and downstairs toilet.

Garage in a block | No forward chain

Call Upton | 01202 622101

ALDERNEY

£329,950

A spacious detached bungalow with conservatory and detached garage.

Ample Parking | Southerly Rear Garden | Sylvan Setting

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£650,000

Detached residence situated close to Poole Park. South-Westerly rear garden.

Five Bedrooms | Three Reception Rooms | Off Road Parking

HAMWORTHY

£395,000

This well presented detached family house situated in a very desirable cul-de-sac near Holes Bay offers four good sized bedrooms, 27ft lounge/diner, conservatory and kitchen.

Downstairs Cloakroom | Integral Garage | ORP

Call Parkstone | 01202 710001

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UPTON

£279,950

Well-proportioned semi-detached home with conservatory, utility/boot room and downstairs cloakroom.

This well presented detached house, built in 2012, situated within a popular residential area, offers three bedrooms, lounge/dining room, modern kitchen, family bathroom and downstairs toilet.

Westerly Rear Garden | Off Road Parking | Close to Schools

No Forward Chain | ORP

Call Parkstone | 01202 710001

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PARKSTONE

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£269,000

£254,950

Semi-detached house situated in Parkstone close to Ashley Road shops and amenities.

Two Double Bedrooms | Off Road Parking For One Vehicle | No Forward Chain

Call Parkstone | 01202 710001

LYTCHETT MATRAVERS £389,950 This spacious family home offers four bedrooms with en-suite to master, lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility room and downstairs cloakroom.

Well-presented throughout | No forward chain

Call Upton | 01202 622101

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CORFE MULLEN £665,000

BROADSTONE OIEO £600,000

An excellently presented five bedroom executive family home situated on a corner plot in one of Corfe Mullen’s premier locations. This home offers generous accommodation throughout with a large sitting room leading to a dining room, kitchen/breakfast room and utility. There is a ground floor cloakroom and to the first floor, five bedrooms with two ensuites and a family bathroom all fitted with an attractive sanitary ware. In all of the bedrooms there are fitted wardrobes and the house also benefits from double glazing and gas fired central heating with radiators. Both the front and rear gardens have been attractively landscaped by the current owners and a block paved driveway provides off road parking and leads to the integral double garage. The property is situated with an easy reach of popular schooling including OFSTED rated outstanding primary schools and catchment for both Poole and Parkstone grammar schools local amenities including doctors, dentists and private health club.

A very well presented five bedroom, three reception family home enjoying a generous rear garden and within walking distance of the centre of Broadstone. This character property is situated in an established residential location and benefits from gas fired heating with radiators and UPVC double glazing. The three reception rooms offer flexible living accommodation, the third reception room being able to be used as a study or snug and the kitchen/breakfast room enjoys access to the decking overlooking the rear garden. There is attractive sanitary ware to the newly fitted bathroom with an oversize bath, en-suite and ground floor cloakroom. Throughout the property there are attractive oak veneered internal doors and there is a security alarm system. The house is situated within walking distance for schooling for all age groups and is within the catchment area for both the Boys’ and Girls’ Grammar School.

Broadstone Office

01202 691122

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HAMWORTHY OIEO £359,950

LOWER PARKSTONE £550,000

OPEN HOUSE Saturday 19th May – Please call to book your viewing slot. An extremely well presented four bedroom town house situated in an excellent location on this favoured development. The accommodation comprises, on the ground floor; a bedroom/2nd lounge, cloakroom, access to the covered parking area and on the first floor a spacious lounge with a large sun balcony affording views towards the inner harbour and Hamworthy beach and park, a well-equipped modern kitchen and on the second floor, three bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which has an ensuite. The property also benefits from gas radiator heating, solid wood double glazed windows and doors clad with striking grey aluminium a design feature of the development. There is an additional balcony on the second floor which has superb views of the inner harbour. There is also a large private patio garden; two allocated secured under cover parking spaces and direct access to Hamworthy beach and park via a bridge.

A modern detached family home in a well-established residential area enjoying a southerly aspect with a large rear garden. The accommodation comprises, reception hall, lounge, kitchen with family dining area off, cloakroom, three double bedrooms, master with en-suite bathroom, and a separate shower room. The property also benefits from gas radiator heating, UPVC double glazing, solar panels for the hot water, an integral larger than average single garage with an electronic up and over door. The front garden has been professionally landscaped to a high standard recently which also adds a significant area of off road parking on the new driveway. The property has additional ground floor rooms which comprises storage rooms and a games room.

Poole Office

01202 660900

Lower Parkstone Office

01202 717771

FOR SALE

QUEENS PARK ÂŁ685,000 Fahren Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale this imposing and characterful four bedroom detached home in the sought after area of Queens Park. Built around 1910, this beautiful and airy property offers much for the modern family including good sized living and dining rooms, large contemporary kitchen, two bathrooms and two cloakrooms, plenty of storage and spacious front and back gardens.

Edwardian detached villa | Close to historic park, golf course and local schools | Breakfast room | Patio, summer house and garden | Ample parking | Character features | Double glazing | Gas central heating | A must see – contact us today for a viewing

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Lyndhurst Lyndhurst

£595,000 £595,000

A well A well presented presented detached detached property property setset in an in an idyllic idyllic position position overlooking overlooking allotments allotments andand with with a southerly a southerly aspect aspect rear rear garden. garden.

The The property property also also benefits benefits from from nearby nearby access access onto onto thethe open open forest. forest.

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£750,000 £750,000

Burley Burley

AA well well presented, presented, recently recently extended extended andand renovated renovated property property situated situated with with good good access access to to thethe village village centre. centre.

The The property property enjoys enjoys many many contemporary contemporary features features such such as aasbeautiful a beautiful kitchen/family kitchen/family room. room.

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£895,000 £895,000

A fantastic A fantastic family family residence residence located located close close to to thethe heart heart of ofSway Sway village. village.

The The well well configured configured andand beautifully beautifully appointed appointed accommodation accommodation extends extends to to approximately approximately 2,034 2,034 sq sq ft. ft.

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Burley Burley

£699,950 £699,950

A quite A quite beautifully beautifully presented presented character character detached detached property property within within a short a short walking walking distance distance of of thethe centre centre of of thethe village village andand open open forest, forest, andand setset in in delightful delightful secluded secluded private private gardens. gardens.

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Lymington Lymington

£1,095,000 £1,095,000

Offering Offering a high a high degree degree of privacy, of privacy, thisthis charming charming detached detached house house is set is set in an in an enviable enviable secluded secluded location, location, justjust a minutes a minutes walk walk of of thethe yacht yacht club club andand marinas. marinas.

This This characterful characterful residence residenceis issetsetin indelightful delightfulgardens gardensandanda aquiet quiet convenient convenient position. position.

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East EastBoldre Boldre

£975,000 £975,000

SetSet in in a stunning a stunning forest forest fronting fronting location, location, an an imposing imposing detached detached home home with with a generous a generous south south easteast facing facing garden garden of around of around oneone third third of an of an acre acre andand enjoying enjoying direct direct forest forest access. access.This This delightful delightful home home dates dates back back some some 250250 years years andand hashas a wealth a wealth of character of character features. features.

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Lymington Lymington

£535,000 £535,000

A semi-detached A semi-detached cottage cottage located located onon thethe south south side side of the of the High High Street Street in ainquiet a quiet cul-de-sac. cul-de-sac.

The The house house hashas been been fully fully refurbished refurbished to to thethe very very highest highest of of standards standards andand offers offers spacious, spacious, contemporary contemporary accommodation accommodation onon a large a large plot plot with with ample ample parking. parking.

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Woodgreen, Woodgreen,Fordingbridge Fordingbridge£795,000 £795,000 A desirable A desirable detached detached chalet chalet style style home home situated situated in gardens in gardens andand paddocks paddocks approaching approaching 0.75 0.75 of an of an acre. acre.

Located Located near near thethe village village centre centre thisthis charming charming home home offers offers comfortable comfortable living living andand is well is well maintained. maintained.

Outside, Outside, there there is aislarge a large drive drive with with plenty plenty of parking of parking andand access access to numerous to numerous outbuildings outbuildings andand four four stables. stables.

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Avon AvonCastle Castle

OIEO OIEO£900,000 £900,000

AnAn impressive impressive chalet chalet style style home home situated situated within within generous generous andand mature mature gardens gardens in ainquiet a quiet cul-de-sac cul-de-sac within within thethe exclusive exclusive Avon Avon Castle Castle area, area, onon thethe outskirts outskirts of of Ringwood.

Ringwood.

This This spacious spacious home home hashas recently recently undergone undergone substantial substantial refurbishment refurbishment which which includes includes a newly a newly tiled tiled roof, roof, replacement replacement windows windows andand external external doors, doors, fitted fitted bedroom bedroom furniture furniture andand new new carpets. carpets.

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Ashley AshleyHeath, Heath,Ringwood Ringwood£625,000 £625,000 A deceptively A deceptively spacious spacious detached detached split split level level bungalow bungalow located located in one in one of the of the best best roads roads in Ashley in Ashley Heath.

Heath.

This This well well maintained maintained home home features features beautifully beautifully landscaped landscaped gardens gardens offering offering much much privacy privacy andand is situated is situated in ain a elevated elevated position position in ainquiet a quiet residential residential area. area.

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A lovely A lovely detached detached character character home home within within thethe cattlegrid cattlegrid area area of of thethe New New Forest Forest which which seamlessly seamlessly marries marries thethe original original cottage cottage style style house house with with thethe best best of of modern modern design design to to create create a spacious a spacious light-filled light-filled home. home.

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South SouthGorley, Gorley,New NewForest Forest

There There is aisfabulous a fabulous outside outside dining dining terrace, terrace, and and a large a large lawned lawned garden garden with with modern modern “home “home office” office” and and further further outbuilding. outbuilding.

The The property property is located is located in in thethe highly highly sought sought after after hamlet hamlet of of Rockford, Rockford, adjacent adjacent to to thethe open open New New Forest Forest and and situated situated within within thethe New New Forest Forest National National Park.

Park.

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Hangersley, Hangersley,Ringwood Ringwood A charming A charming period period home home of of 18th 18th century century origins origins situated situated onon thethe edge edge of of Ringwood Ringwood in in a a peaceful peaceful setting setting within within landscaped landscaped gardens gardens of of approximately approximately 0.30.3 of of anan acre, acre, onon thethe fringes fringes of of thethe New New Forest Forest National National Park.

Park.

This This delightful delightful home home hashas been been extended extended from from thethe original original period period cottage, cottage, and and thethe current current owners owners have have sympathetically sympathetically modernised modernised and and refurbished refurbished thethe kitchen kitchen / living / living room room creating creating a stunning a stunning room room with with lovely lovely views views over over thethe surrounding surrounding private private gardens. gardens.

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DREAMHOME

THE DELL, AVON CASTLE AN EXCEPTIONAL NEW HOME, FINISHED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARD OCCUPYING A SUPERIOR RIVERSIDE LOCATION THE PROPERTY

This

An exceptional new home, occupying

modern features throughout, including

an exclusive and superior riverside

a heat recovery and ventilation system,

location in this most sought after

Control 4 home automation system,

private estate. A superb example of

zoned mood lighting, powder coated

contemporary design, this individual

aluminium windows and doors and

property is finished to the highest

under floor heating.

innovative

home

comprises

standard with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Floor to ceiling

The hall features a vaulted ceiling and

windows

views

floor to ceiling windows overlooking

across the river and Avon Valley with

the gardens and river, creating a most

the property having the benefit of

impressive entrance. The hall gives

fishing rights. The grounds have been

access to the living accommodation,

carefully created with entertaining

cloakroom

and relaxing in mind, landscaped to

and is finished with Porcelain tiles

make the most of the tranquil setting.

which

offer

spectacular

and

continue

cloaks through

cupboard to

the Sliding doors stretch the length of the living and dining room to take full advantage of the beautiful far reaching views, opening onto the extensive rear terrace and gardens - ideal for entertaining. Leading off the kitchen area is a utility room and useful walkin larder. The spacious double height living room with mezzanine above, features floor to ceiling windows, also with sliding doors to the rear terrace.

Included

within

the

ground

floor

accommodation is a media room/ office, featuring a glass wall to the front aspect and built in cupboard housing the entertainment/control system.

A glass and oak staircase rises to the first floor accommodation, comprising: five bedrooms - each with a dressing area/room and quality fitted en-suite, with Grohe fittings and stylish tiling; a mezzanine sitting area overlooking the this

river and Avon Valley; and a laundry

spectacular room, designed by Kitchen

room which houses the airing and linen

Elegance, is fitted with a modern

cupboards with space for appliances.

Leich kitchen with quality Quartz

The

work-surfaces. The matching island

features a vaulted ceiling and a glass

unit incorporates a Walnut breakfast

wall with doors opening onto a balcony,

bar, Miele induction hob and pop up

offering breath-taking river views. The

extractor whilst further integrated

en-suite is finished with Porcelain tiles

appliances include a double electric

and comprises a freestanding bath with

oven, combination oven, Miele coffee

shower attachment, walk in shower

machine, large Siemens fridge and

cubicle with rainwater shower and

freezer and Miele dishwasher. The

separate hand held shower attachment,

kitchen area is open plan to the dining

WC, twin vanity sink unit, heated towel

and living areas, which are partly

rail and a large inset mirror. Adjacent is

separated by a Decoflame gas fire.

a large walk-in fitted dressing room.

kitchen/family/dining

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luxurious

master

bedroom

DREAMHOME

THE SITUATION

LOCAL AREA

Avon Castle is an exclusive residential

Ringwood is an historic market town

area set in the beautiful Avon Valley

located on the edge of the New Forest

which borders the charming market

National Park, within a short drive of

town of Ringwood. Still home to the

the coast, Bournemouth and other

stunning castle, today Avon Castle

attractive market towns.

is known as an up market private residential area where many of the

Ringwood town provides an excellent

mid-20th

have

selection of shops, restaurants and

substantial

cafes within the original high street

been

century

replaced

properties with

The

and market place and more recently

exquisite location is accessed along an

developed Furlong, offering the best

established rhododendron-lined drive,

of both independent businesses and

offering the feeling of seclusion and

stores including Waitrose, Aga, Hobbs,

privacy, yet is conveniently situated

Gerry Weber, Crew and Joules.

architect

designed

homes.

just one and a half miles west of Ringwood with excellent road links.

The quality of amenities reflects the prosperity of the area, including a highly rated secondary school and sixth form.

For the commuter, the easily accessible A338 and A31 provide convenient routes to the larger coastal towns of Bournemouth and Christchurch (approx. 8 miles south), Salisbury (approx. 18 miles north) and via the M27 to Southampton (approx. 17 miles east). London is approximately a two hours drive via the M27 and M3. Major roads provide easy access to London, the Jurassic Coast and international airports.

THE DELL, AVON CASTLE, RINGWOOD ÂŁ2,895,000 SPENCERS NEW FORSET 01425 462600 www.spencersnewforest.com GROUNDS & GARDENS The property is approached through electric gates to a sweeping resin drive, which leads to the large parking area and integral double garage, with large electric door and housing the heating/ventilation units.

The gardens have been carefully landscaped

and

compliment

the

house perfectly, comprising a raised terrace adjacent to the rear of the house and a further decked seating area overlooking the stunning Avon Valley, with attractive slate clad steps down to the lawn and river bank. To one side of the garden is a delightful oak framed gazebo, perfect for evening drinks by the river.

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PARKSTONE £319,950 A rarely available four double bedroom semi detached house situated in a quiet, popular road, within easy reach of the amenities at Ashley Road, a short distance of Westbourne and Ashley Cross. The property is offered for sale with no forward chain and viewing comes recommended.

ASHLEY CROSS £429,000

LOWER PARKSTONE £369,950

SANDBANKS £699,950

An impeccably presented four bedroom two bathroom three story semi detached house situated within a short stroll from Ashley Cross centre ,enhanced by the current vendors over recent years.

SIMPLY ONE OF THE BEST PROPERTIES OF IT’S KIND. This beautiful three bedroom semi detached 1920’s family home offers spacious living accommodation including a large, open plan kitchen family room. The house is situated in the Courthill and Baden Powell School catchment.

SITUATED IN ONE OF THE MOST DESIRABLE LOCATIONS IN THE UK. This spacious, stylish 2/3 bedroom, two bathroom apartment offers excellent views across the second largest natural harbour in the world, An internal viewing is a must.

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Open 7 days a week Property Tours BRANKSOME PARK ÂŁ600,000 Located within WALKING DISTANCE OF THE BEACH. A beautiful, classy 4/5 bedroom three bathroom luxury apartment.

The property has many original period features, a private garden and entertaining area plus a garage with studio apartment/ guest suite. Viewing is recommended.

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MUDEFORD £495,000

MUDEFORD £389,950

Fully re-furbished to an exceptional standard, a mid 19th century character home which has a large lounge / dining room, spacious kitchen and three double bedrooms. Situated in a great location, close to Mudeford Quay, Avon beach, local park and the well renowned Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa.

Situated on the highly regarded Fam Lane development, a three bedroom, two reception retirement property for person aged 60 years and over. Benefitting from a private walled garden and an allocated parking space.

HIGHCLIFFE £699,950

MUDEFORD £339,950

An exquisite new build home which has four / five bedrooms, three bath/ shower rooms, fully fitted kitchen with Quartz work tops, underfloor heating, separate utility and a good size driveway. Situated in a superb location, just a short walk to the award-winning Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa.

An extremely well presented three bedroom link-detached house which has good sized rooms throughout, UPVC conservatory, modern kitchen & bathroom, car port & single garage. Situated in a sought-after location, close to woodland walks, local park and Avon beach.

STANPIT £355,000

MUDEFORD £695,000

Situated at the head of a quiet lane, A two double bedroom detached bungalow which benefits from good sized rooms throughout, O.R.P. for numerous cars, spacious kitchen and is situated in a sought after location within walking distance to Stanpit Nature Reserve and local amenities.

Benefitting from views across Mudeford Harbour, residents boat store and private slipway onto the harbour, a spacious three double bedroom townhouse which has two bathrooms, spacious kitchen / diner, vaulted ceilings and a galleried landing, located on a sought-after development which is centrally located close to all local amenities, quay, beach and highly regarded Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa along with the Jetty restaurant.

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POOLE QUARTER

£207,000

A lovely bright and spacious first floor two bedroom apartment located in the ever popular Poole Quarter offered with vacant pos session available.

LAKE DRIVE • 5 double bedrooms • Stunning harbour views • Heated swimming pool • 4 bathrooms

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£1,050,000 • Ample parking • First floor terrace • Moments from the water • EPC C

LILLIPUT £1,250,000

POOLE TOWN CENTRE

A chance to purchase a spectacular four-bedroom contemporary detached house in the heart of Lilliput and just a five minutes drive from the beautiful blue flag beaches of Sandbanks. This property has been beautifully furnished throughout, comprehensively equipped with high attention to all details.

A well fitted and presented 1 bedroom flat in this popular, centrally-located development in Poole Old Town, only a short stroll from the bars and restau rants of Poole Quay.

LIFEBOAT QUAY £319,950 A contemporary rare 3 bedroom apartment which has tremendous views over the harbour towards DOLPHIN QUAYS the Purbeck Hills. This apartment •isTwo double situated on thebedrooms third floor and •has Two bathrooms secure parking and a balcony.

• Two balconies • Quayside views

POOLE OLD TOWN £475,000 This exquisite three bedroomed, four storey character property situated in the heart of Poole Old Town conservation area.The • Prestigious block to date building is understood • Secure from theparking mid 1800’s.

• Gas central heating • EPC B

£425,000

£139,950

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SANDBANKS £875,000 An ultra-modern 4 double bed room, 4 bathroom townhouse. Lo cated on the Sandbanks Peninsula, ideally positioned within walking distance to stunning beaches and the shores of Poole Harbour

www.quayliving.co.uk • 01202 683444 Quay Living, Orchard Plaza, High Street, Poole, BH15 1EG

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POOLE QUARTER

£207,000

A lovely bright and spacious first floor two bedroom apartment located in the ever popular Poole Quarter offered with vacant pos session available.

DOLPHIN QUAYS • Stunning contemporary apartment • Two bedrooms, two bathrooms • Spacious open-plan reception • 1,278 Sq Ft of accommodation

£389,950 • Water views from two balconies • Miele fitted kitchen • 24 hour concierge • EPC C

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POOLE QUARTER

£219,950

• Two double bedrooms • 4th floor apartment • En-suite to master bedroom • Spacious lounge/diner

• Allocated parking • Close to parks & town centre • Lift & level access • EPC B

LILLIPUT £1,250,000

POOLE TOWN CENTRE

A chance to purchase a spectacular four-bedroom contemporary detached house in the heart of Lilliput and just a five minutes drive from the beautiful blue flag beaches of Sandbanks. This property has been beautifully furnished throughout, comprehensively equipped with high attention to all details.

A well fitted and presented 1 bedroom flat in this popular, centrally-located development in Poole Old Town, only a short stroll from the bars and restau rants of Poole Quay.

LIFEBOAT QUAY £319,950 A contemporary rare 3 bedroom apartment which has tremendous views over the harbour towards DOLPHIN QUAYS the Purbeck Hills. This apartment •isLuxurious situated on apartment the third floor and •has South-facing balcony secure parking and a balcony.

• One double bedroom • Dedicated parking

POOLE OLD TOWN £475,000

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SANDBANKS £875,000

This exquisite three bedroomed, An ultra-modern 4 double bed four storey character property room, 4 bathroom townhouse. Lo situated in the heart of Poole HARBOURSIDE PARK cated on the Sandbanks Peninsula, £199,950 Old Town conservation area.The ideally positioned within walking • Garage & parking • Miele fitted kitchen building is understood to date • Spacious 4-bed house distance to stunning beaches and • Two bathrooms & gardenthe shores of Poole • GasHarbour central heating • Gas central heating from the mid 1800’s.

• Fully redecorated • EPC B

£139,950

• Balcony & garden • Moments from harbour

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• Excellent order • EPC E

£410,000

POOLE QUARTER

POOLE TOWN • Two double bedrooms • Furnished • Gas central heating • Juliette balcony

£910 PCM

POOLE TOWN

POOLE TOWN CENTRE

A chance to purchase a spectacular four-bedroom contemporary detached house in the heart of Lilliput and just a five minutes drive from the beautiful blue flag beaches of HARBOUR £1300 PCM Sandbanks. ThisREACH property has been beautifully furnished throughout, comprehensively with high attention to all details. • Balcony to master •equipped Harbourside location

• Garage & driveway • Garden • EPC C

LIFEBOAT QUAY £319,950 A contemporary rare 3 bedroom apartment which has tremendous views over the harbour towards POOLE TOWN the Purbeck Hills. This apartment •isOne bedroom apartment situated on the third floor and •has Allocated parking secure parking andincluded a balcony.

• Short walk to Poole town centre • Open plan living/dining

£945 PCM

• Sixth floor • Moments from Poole Quay located in the ever popular Poole • 2 bedroom apartment Quarter offered • Furnished with vacant pos • Balcony with some harbour views • Lift & level access session available.

• Full fitted kitchen • Call 01202 683444 to view

• Lift access • Poole Quay location • Viewing essential • EPC B

LILLIPUT £1,250,000

• Three bedrooms • Two bathrooms • En-suite to master

A lovely bright and spacious first floor two bedroom apartment

£207,000

• New bathroom • South facing patio

POOLE OLD TOWN £475,000 This exquisite three bedroomed, four storey character property situated£725 in the heart of Poole POOLE TOWN PCM Old Town conservation area.The • Fitted kitchen including goodsto date • One double bedroom building iswhite understood • Unfurnished apartment • Second floor from the mid 1800’s.

• Unfurnished • EPC E

£139,950

A well fitted and presented 1 bedroom flat in this popular, HARBOURSIDE PARK £995 centrally-located development a short spaces • Two double bedrooms in Poole Old Town, • Twoonly allocated stroll from the restauheating • New fitted kitchen • bars Gasand central rants of Poole Quay.

PCM

• Available now • EPC C

SANDBANKS £875,000 An ultra-modern 4 double bed room, 4 bathroom townhouse. Lo cated on the Sandbanks Peninsula, £725 PCM ideally positioned within walking • Gas central heating distance to stunning beaches and • Fitted kitchen with appliances the shores of Poole Harbour

• Open plan lounge/kitchen • Ideal location

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ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME 2 The lingering uncertainty of a certain b-word has our proverbial belts tighter than ever and we are looking for ways to ensure a fruitful financial future, come what may. Bettering our homes could be just the thing, as property remains a solid investment on a steady incline. However, we’re not exactly talking about a fresh lick of off-white paint; but rather what you could do to add some serious value, both financially and in-terms of its marketable desirability.

Before undergoing any kind of mass home renovation—involving much money, exhaustion and maybe even some tears—it’s worth consulting your local estate agent. After all, the area you live in could be in high-demand for something very specific and you’ll want to meet those needs in order for your home to have that all-important ‘sell factor’. With that, here are a few of the most effective ways to improve your home.

RENOVATE YOUR KITCHEN Added Value: 4% The kitchen is truly the heart of the home and buyers and homeowners alike are craving that expansive open plan, kitchen-living space. When it comes to revamping this room, bare in mind the “three A’s”: aesthetics, appliances and ambience.

For aesthetics, keep it clean and neutral—taste is a very personal thing and anything too overpowering can put some people off. New and exciting appliances are coming out all of the time and the technology is fast growing, but a particular trend that is set to stay is that of Automation—the centralised controlling of appliances from the ease of your phone and or tablet—a real life 007 feature. Finally ambience; lighting is especially important. You’ll need the ability to make it bright enough for serious feats of cooking, but also the opportunity to create a more subdued environment for entertaining. such money conscious households, a property’s energy efficiency can be a big factor in choosing to by it or not. A lot of efficiency related home improvements are things you can do very easily and often through a scheme with your local council. Make sure you’ve got the basics covered (i.e. cavity wall and loft insulation), and then you can explore some slightly more elaborate options. Triple glazed windows, bio-fuel boilers and tasteful solar panels are all good ideas, and more and more products are coming to the market and more importantly incentivized by the government— giving you the opportunity to save, and actually make, money back.

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BUILD AN EXTENSION Added Value: 5–12% According to a popular national survey, adding an extension can achieve somewhere between 5–12% return on investment (based on varying factors, naturally).

When it comes to the design itself, the trick is to gain as much space as possible, without taking away too much of any garden or outdoor space. You’ll want to check with your local planning authority as to what you can do within building regulations, but there are plenty of new products coming to the home improvement market that require little to no planning at all.

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A BETTER BATHROOM Added Value: 3–5% Second to the kitchen, a new bathroom can have a huge impact on buyers. Whilst it may not add the greatest monetary value, it does boast quite the appeal, as it’s one less thing they can tick off their own renovation lists. BUT, don’t sacrifice adding a new bathroom at the expense of a bedroom, which will always be a bigger motivator.

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ECO A-GO-GO Added Value: 6% An eco-friendly home can fetch as much as 6% more than one that isn’t. For young families and other

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CURB APPEAL Added Value: +£5000* First impressions count, so make sure that the first thing that buyers see is a beautiful frontage.

Give your door a good scrub down and a fresh lick of paint (outdoor specific for longevity) and update it’s flourishes; new knocker, new bell— the works! Potted foliage—particular low maintenance evergreens—add character and charm to the front of a property and flowers can also be a fantastic edition, but be prepared to put the work into maintain them. A new driveway and/or pathway can also make all the difference—the style you choose should reflect the character of the property and likewise the colours should all work nicely together.

Words by Charlotte Williams

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BRANKSOME PARK £1,795,000

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CORFE CASTLE £445,000.

Stunning Grade II listed cottage with accommodation over 3 floors, consisting of a large sitting/dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room and en-suite cloakroom, a courtyard garden and a garage.. One of the bedrooms and the shower room are located on the ground floor allowing for easy access.

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EPC - C

£280,000

goadsby.com • Stunning, almost brand new detached family home

• 5 Spacious bedrooms – all featuring fitted wardrobes

• Located in a sought after position close to the beach

• High specification throughout

• Quiet cul-de-sac setting

• Picturesque south facing garden

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• Presented in immaculate order

EPC: B

£1,325,000

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EPC - C

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goadsby.com • Beautifully presented modern family home • 4 Double bedrooms, family bathroom and downstairs shower room • Situated in a sought after residential location

• Versatile living accommodation, triple glazing and underfloor heating • Views across Swanage bay & towards The Isle of Wight

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SWANAGE 01929 425055

• Open plan living accommodation

• Large integral garage with separate workshop and driveway parking

EPC: B

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• A well presented 2 bedroom detached bungalow

• Well presented throughout with en-suite to master bedroom

• Spacious living room and conservatory

• Large living space and modern kitchen

• Modern fitted kitchen, bathroom and 2 double bedrooms

• Private garden, driveway and garage

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IDEAL FAMILY HOME

EPC: C

HAMWORTHY/ POOLE 01202 673375

£320,000

SPACIOUS DETACHED BUNGALOW

EPC: D

PARKSTONE/ POOLE 01202 673375

£280,000

• Nearly new 4 bedroom town house in an enviable location

• Impeccably decorated 3 bedroom period family home

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• Located on one of Weymouth’s most sort after locations

• Separate sitting room & spacious ground floor family room

• Boasting generous light and airy accommodation throughout

• Enclosed southerly facing rear garden with patio

• Offering off road parking and detached large garage

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EPC: B

FERNDOWN 01202 895511

£425,000

NO ONWARD CHAIN

EPC: D

WEYMOUTH 01305 831831

£469,500

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• A beautifully appointed 2 double bedroom detached bungalow

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• Generous living room, kitchen & large conservatory

• Kitchen/breakfast room, utility, dining room & dual aspect living room

• Block paved driveway, carport and detached single garage

• 4 Bedrooms, luxury re-fitted en-suite and a family bathroom

• Double glazing, gas central heating & secluded garden

• Large driveway, detached double garage and sunny garden

CLOSE TO TOWN CENTRE

EPC: E

VERWOOD 01202 827333

£285,000

NON-ESTATE LOCATION

EPC: C

VERWOOD 01202 827333

£485,000

• Well presented and extended family home in a popular tree lined road

• Modern well-presented family home in sought after location

• Cloakroom, large kitchen/breakfast room, further reception

• Large living room separate dining room and study

• Large conservatory, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, gas central heating, double glazing

• Fitted kitchen with integrated appliances

• Large decking area, ample parking to the front

100’ REAR GARDEN

EPC: C

BOSCOMBE EAST 01202 434300

£525,000

• Large master bedroom suite with dressing area and en suite

PRIVATE REAR GARDEN

EPC: C

WOODFALLS 01425 656666

£595,000

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• Detached family home set behind a sizable driveway offering off road parking • Large kitchen/diner, sitting room, family room and conservatory • 4 Bedrooms with use of the family bathroom and separate wc • South west facing rear garden predominantly laid to lawn with an attractive paved area

VERSATILE ACCOMMODATION

BOURNEMOUTH 01202 544666

EPC: D

£365,000

• Spacious and bright top floor apartment • Located in a sought after position in the heart of village • Beach just moments away • Ideal for downsizers or as a holiday home • No forward chain

VERSATILE ACCOMMODATION

EPC: TBC

• Tastefully refurbished town house on a quiet development • Off road parking, garage and private patio leading to the communal gardens • Modern open plan lounge/kitchen/dining room with Juliette balcony • 4 Bedrooms, the ground floor boasting an en-suite shower room • Large contemporary family bathroom

LUXURY TOWN CENTRE TOWN HOUSE

EPC: D

BOURNEMOUTH 01202 544666

£475,000

• Newly refurbished 3 bedroom bungalow in a quiet cul de sac location • Spacious and bright living room with access on to the rear garden • Stunning and high quality kitchen with a range of fully integrated appliances • Double garage and plentiful off road parking

CANFORD CLIFFS 01202 701616

£500,000

REFURBISHED THROUGHOUT

EPC: D

ASHLEY HEATH 01425 470283

£580,000

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• 2 Bedroom detached house occupying a quiet position of Colehill • Recently constructed approximately 4 years ago to a high standard

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• Sunny low maintenance garden with an off road parking space

• Southerly aspect and attractively landscaped rear garden

• Vendor suited with no onward chain

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COLEHILL 01202 856666

EPC: C

£295,000

ENVIABLE VILLAGE LOCATION

EPC: C

SUTTON POYNTZ 01305 832021

O.I.E.O. £375,000

• A lovely 3 bedroom semi-detached house in sought after location

• A beautifully presented 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached family home

• Owners have refurbished property throughout

• Occupying a corner plot with private rear garden

• 2 Double bedrooms, master ensuite and large single room

• 2 Reception rooms plus spacious kitchen/ breakfast room

• Garage and parking

• Close proximity to Tower Park & sought after schooling

• Must be seen to appreciate

BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED

EPC: C

DORCHESTER 01305 264500

£330,000

VIEWINGS RECOMMENDED

EPC: D

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£379,950

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• EPC Rating: Band E

• EPC Rating: Band D

• EPC Rating: Band D

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Exclusive family home • Large 3 bedroom house in popular location

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• EPC Rating: TBC

• EPC Rating: Band D

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WAREHAM TOWN 01929 555400

WEYMOUTH 01305 831800

Private Garden • 1 bedroom house & allocated parking • Offered unfurnished • EPC Rating: Band C

Centrally Located

Refurbished Family Home

• Recently redecorated throughout

• Large 2 bedroom house with loft room

• Well sized 2 bedroom apartment offered unfurnished

• Offered unfurnished with rear garden • EPC Rating: Band E

• EPC Rating: Band D

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MARKET RENT V LOYAL TENANT! LANDLORDS –ARE YOU GETTING THE RIGHT RENTAL AMOUNT FOR YOUR PROPERTY? I was recently talking to someone at a networking meeting and he was asking me how much I thought a property he owned was worth on the rental market. It just so happened we had recently rented the identical property next door and after clarifying a couple of questions with him I told him confidently we would be able to achieve £1,500 pcm. He then proceeded to tell me he was already letting it out and getting £920 pcm.

It turned out the tenant had been living in the property for 8 years and had fallen on hard times five years previously and as a gesture of goodwill, he had reduced the rent by £75 pcm to help the tenant out, however, despite small increases each year he was not yet back up to the original rent. His next statement to me was … ‘but he looks after the property and he pays his rent each month on time ….’

HOW MANY TIMES HAVE YOU SAID THIS YOURSELF? I get it, I have been there myself and said those very words, but at what point do you turn into a charity? Whatever reason you have for now renting out your property – be it was an investment property, or your situation changed, or you saw an opportunity to keep your property whilst buying another, you did it because it would bring in an income (small or large) for now, it would be your pension later and the property would also go up in value.

Presently this landlord was receiving £11,040 per annum in rent. At the correct rental value of £1,500 pcm he should have been receiving £18,000, a difference of £6,960 per annum, if you add in the previous 3 years which should have achieved at least £1250 pcm..

HE WAS DOWN NEARLY £19,000!

That is a lot of money in everybody’s book! The market has been on a steady rental growth here in Poole and Bournemouth and a definite upturn in the last 2 years. If you have a tenant who has been in your property for over five years, you need a revaluation.

With the new tax changes, having an up to date rental valuation could be the difference in you deciding to keep your investment property or selling it.

On a final note, the statement ‘ he looks after the property and pays his rent on time’ are part of the terms of the tenancy and should be a normal statement and not a rare find. We let to so many professional tenants who wouldn’t dream of renegading on their commitment, just as you wouldn’t renegade on paying your mortgage.

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Don’t forget to ring me if you would like an up to date valuation. Have

a good week!

Sharon If you would like a friendly, no obligation chat regarding selling, renting or investing in property, then please Email sharon@moveon.biz or telephone 01202 711169.

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MEET; BH GARDEN SOLUTIONS A Professional Landscape Garden and Maintenance Business With little glimpses of sunshine finally breaking through our recently erratic weather spell, it’s time we started turning our home improvement intentions to more alfresco territories.

With this in mind, we spoke with the “all-things-landscaping” experts, Chris and Matt (Owners) at highly rated BH Garden Solutions to find out more about their unique approach and how they have been transforming gardens in the local area for over 7 years.

A PEOPLE BUSINESS With Chris and Matt–possibly two of the friendliest business owners ever—at the helm it’s clear to see why so much of their customer feedback

reflects their friendly, knowledgeable and professional approach. Having worked together before in what feels like a previous lifetime— managing a Windsurfing Centre abroad—the dynamic duo has years of prior customer service experience, which has trickled down into their now established landscape gardening business.

“It’s so important to us that every one of our team are as approachable as they are knowledgeable”, says Chris, “We want our clients to be able to ask any member of our team questions and to feel as involved in their project as they want to be”, he continues.

FIXED QUOTES BH Garden Solutions always offer fixed quotes, with itemised pricing so that you have a completely transparent overview of exactly how your money is being spent. “It can sometimes be a real struggle to find the balance between what you want the finished results to look like, and achieving this within your budget. But by breaking down the cost of each item we give clients the opportunity to dissect the project and make their own informed decisions, with the help and support of our knowledge and experience”, says Matt.

If you would like to talk to BH Garden Solutions about any potential landscaping or garden maintenance project, if you have any questions or would just like to talk through some ideas, then don’t hesitate to get in touch for a friendly chat: When they launched the company back in 2011 it started off as just the two of them, but now Matt and Chris manage a team of 10 talented individuals all of whom abide by the same ethos of putting customer service at the heart of the business.

“Although we now have a larger team with multiple projects, Chris and I are a constant point of contact to clients throughout the process”, says Matt.

DEDICATION, QUALITY & CARE Chris and Matt started their business doing primarily maintenance work, small landscaping projects, now seven years down the line Chris, Matt and the team take on an array of landscape

gardening projects—no one too big (and this includes commercial projects) or too small—as well as running the maintenance arm of their business.

When asked what their company values are Matt explained, “Customer service, quality of work and communication. Communication is really important to us and we make a point of checking-in on projects on a daily basis. Ultimately, we want our clients and all involved, to be as informed as possible so that we create a high-level of trust, where they feel safe in the knowledge that they are getting exactly what they have asked for, with no hidden extras.”.

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MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR GARDEN THIS SUMMER As we ‘Spring into Summer’ and the weather starts to warm up (fingers crossed!), we turn our attention to our gardens and the prospect of spending more time outdoors.

Whether that’s simply relaxing or entertaining friends and family, our gardens are a focal point, particularly in the Summer months. And what better way to make the most of your time outdoors than under one of our bespoke awnings or pergola structures?

One of our clients, based in Christchurch, will be enjoying her garden come Summer as we’ve

just fitted this bespoke B28 Prestige retractable awning, which has not only created a wonderful shaded area but it’s also a talking point that’s sure to attract the attention of the neighbours!

Made from durable acrylic fabric in light ecru colour for maximum light and anthracite grey powder coated aluminium to complement the windows and doors on the property, the awning is 6.4 metres wide and extends to 3.75m to cover the full patio. Additional front legs, which are also detachable, have been fitted for extended use.

Wall mounted to our client’s property by our expert installation team, the awning is operated electrically by remote control so can be opened and closed according to the client’s wishes whether that’s for shade on a sunny day, or a little extra light on a darker afternoon.

In addition to increasing your shaded space outside, awnings can also help to reduce the temperature inside your home to ensure your living conditions are comfortable during warmer weather.

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May is the ideal month to give your lawn some attention and apply lawn sand to get rid of any moss, rake over and follow with a seed and feed. A lush, healthy and green lawn creates that all-important garden space for summer quality time.

Did you know? The lawn was originally a status symbol of the aristocracy and gentry. It showed that the owner could afford to keep land that was not being used for food production or a building.

It wasn’t until the 18th century that the lawn became known as a recreational space.

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UNCONVENTIONAL STORAGE Storage is a precious commodity in most homes. Usually, there’s too much stuff to fill it with and not enough space to do so. Sure you could go on a huge de-cluttering spree, but the last time you did that you accidently threw away the kids’ prized stuffed animal ‘chi-chi’. So, we decided it was time to get a little creative with storage and think outside the conventional box in which you put your stuff in.

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OVERHEAD LOCKERS The next time you walk around your home, look up. There’s a ton of unused space in the crevices above your door frames. A nifty trick for making the most of it is to create a shallow shelf just above. You might even decide to create a closeable cabinet above, for items you don’t necessarily want on show.

This is really the key throughout these ideas—to look for unused space with potential.

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DOORS HANGING So often we forget that beyond a means of closing yourself off from another space, doors are otherwise a blank canvas for small storage solutions. And we’re not just talking about full-length doors— cupboards, cabinets and so on are equally as usable! The trick is to think about what you’ll be storing here, particularly if space is limited in your home. Little hooks and almost-flush racks are the perfect place to store towels, toiletries, utensils, pot lids, chopping boards the toys you keep stepping on; pretty much anything in fact, so get creative!

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MAKING THE MOST OF DRAWERS & CABINETS How many of us haphazardly throw things in drawers, and then can’t find the very same things weeks later? Yep, we’re all guilty.

But this actually runs a little deeper than being mildly unorganised. By stacking things on top of one another you probably haven’t noticed all that extra space that you’re missing. For example, your glasses cupboard: have you ever noticed how the gap between the shelves is so wide, but your glasses are only 6 inches tall?

Well, put in another shelf! And the same goes for your drawers. Creating a custom filing system (outside of your usual cutlery tray) allows you to decide which utensils require more space than others, and whilst we’re on the subject, who said it has to be horizontal? Why not make it diagonal and maximise the space in your drawers.

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CREATE A STYLISH BOOKSHELF Bookshelves are back, and now more so than ever. The perfect additional storage and design feature for blank walls, and empty—otherwise un-fillable—spaces. Corners, either side of doors, or empty cavities between walls and chimneybreasts, are all perfect spots for some decorative shelves to be installed.

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A PERFECT CHOICE OF GARDEN FURNITURE TO SUIT EVERY GARDEN A beautiful choice of garden furniture and accessories are displayed at Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre, Stewarts Broomhill Garden Centre near Wimborne and Stewarts Abbey Garden Centre in Titchfield.

Choose from a wide selection of outdoor chairs, sofas, tables, gazebos and parasols as well as BBQs and firebowls to help you really enjoy your garden this summer. Listed below are some examples from their comprehensive displays.

The Hawaii collection is available from £1495 With table, reclining chairs, sofa and stools, features include: • All weather synthetic weave • Powder coated aluminium frame • All weather textaline cushions • 2 year manufacturer’s warranty • Low maintenance

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The Cora dining set is available from £1895 With comfortable dining chairs and a circular table perfect for outdoor dining or for any conservatory.

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When the sun finally breaks through the clouds it’ll be time to put up your gazebo or parasol, and there are many to choose from this year, including wall mounted parasols to save floor space, cantilevered ones with built-in lighting and the more traditional centre-tables varieties.

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The Carrousel Parasol in mint and cream with pretty beaded tassels, £139.

To complete your outdoor entertaining, Stewarts Garden Centres also have a fantastic range of picnicware, firewood, outdoor lighting, garden games and planted containers. Everything for the perfect summer garden party!

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MOTORING NEWS The latest news on all things motoring.

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NEW ISUZU YUKON MODEL Isuzu has added an eyecatching new variant to its Yukon range, the Luxe Extended Cab pickup which features upgrades to both exterior and interior, including 18-inch Black Shadow alloy wheels.

Other additions include tailgate assist which makes the tailgate feel 95 per cent lighter, and stylish red and black leather trim. Yukon Luxe Extended Cab is priced at £22,509 (Exc. VAT).

Isuzu says the new model “offers the capability and practicality of the D-Max whilst looking and feeling more sophisticated.”

The award-winning D-Max has already had a successful 2018, being crowned ‘Pickup of The Year’ at the 2018 WhatVan? Awards and ‘Most Reliable Pickup’ for 2018 by Professional Pickup & 4X4 magazine.

ROAD TEST: SKODA KAROQ EDITION Skoda’s Yeti compact SUV was a big seller and its replacement, the larger Koraq, is set for even greater success with enhanced space and versatility giving it wider appeal, writes NICK FLETCHER. The SUV sector is jammed with alluring models and while some of them have perhaps a more sporty feel than the Koraq, they do not have its overall blend of driving comfort and refinement and its day-to-day family practicality.

Offering more striking and classy styling than the Yeti, with more of an off-roader look, most Karoq models will be twowheel-drive – a 4WD system is available only with the 2.0 litre diesel engine.

With prices starting at £20,875, Koraq is keenly priced and offers a good range of engines, including a 1.6 diesel and 1.0-litre and 1.5 litres turbo petrol units. There are three trim levels, with the starter SE model well-kitted with alloys, DAB radio, Bluetooth, smart-phone connectivity and dual-zone climate control among its features.

My flagship Edition version adds much more, including larger touchscreen and upgraded sat-nav with voice and gesture control, leather upholstery, panoramic sunroof and rear seats with variable positions to enlarge load space or allow more legroom for occpants. In 2.0 litre 148 hp 4WD form, and with 7-speed auto gearbox, this version costs £32,005.

Top speed is 121 mph, the 0-60 mph time 9.3 seconds and fuel economy 54.3 mpg combined. The emissions figiure is 138 g/km.

On the road, the car immediately impresses with its accurate steering, excellent handling balance and better ride comfort than you get in most SUV models.

Five occupants will have ample space, and the big 520-litre boot expands to 1,800 litres with rear seats folded. Plenty of cabin stowage places and aircraft-style tables for rear seat passengers help underline the family-friendly aspect of the new Karoq.

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Hyundai has refreshed its popular i20 model with revised body styling, extra connectivity and more safety features.

Available in June, prices have not yet been confirmed but are likely to start at around £12,000.

For both the five-door and the three-door coupe, Hyundai is introducing the option of a seven-speed dual clutch transmission, and an Idle Stop and Go system, which reduces CO2 emissions. There is also a choice of 1.0 and 1.2 litre petrol engines, but no diesel version.

Hyundai says that to make the new i20 “more appealing and give it more character”, the front of the five-door now features redesigned front bumpers including a cascading grille. The rear of the i20 five-door also has updated bumpers and rear combination lamps, creating a more dynamic look.

The i20 also has advanced smartphone connectivity for integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. As a result, passengers can use the navigation system of their smartphone without the need for built-in car navigation.

Active safety and drivers assistance systems include Lane Departure Warning System, Lane Keeping Assist System, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Driver Attention Alert and High Beam Assist. All i20 models come with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty.

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ROAD TEST: MERCEDES A-CLASS The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has been a strong contender in the premium hatchback sector in recent years, and the all-new version is likely to further boost that success, offering sleeker styling and new benchmarks for quality and specification, writes NICK FLETCHER. New A-Class is initially available in three trims: SE, Sport and AMG Line and with a choice of three engines, all with a seven-speed automatic gearbox. Prices start from £25,800.

The entry-level SE features twin seven-inch displays including a central touchscreen with voice activation, alloy wheels, air-conditioning, DAB radio, leather and fabric upholstery, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Speed Limit Assist and keyless entry and start.

The A180d uses a 116 hp 1.5-litre diesel engine offering 68.9 mpg combined. The A200 is powered by a 163 hp 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine delivering 51.4 mpg combined. A 2.0-litre petrol engine is also available.

The new model is almost unrecognisable from its predecessor, with a more aerodynamic profile and running on

a new platform which delivers a more comfortable ride and sharper handling. With light steering and stable cornering, the car has a more sporty feel and the auto gearbox is responsive and precise. On the motorway, new A-Class is impressively quiet and composed.

My featured car, an A200 with 1.4 litre petrol engine has a quick 0-60 mph time of 8 seconds, top speed of 139 mph and returns 51.4 mpg combined, with emissions of 123 g/ km. In mid-range Sport trim it costs £27,280, with added kit including LED headlights, larger alloy wheels and automatic climate control New A-Class has a premium-look cabin and digital dials, and with a longer wheelbase and more rear headroom impresses as a well-equipped practical daily-use vehicle. The 340 litre boot is a good usable size and dropping the rear seats expands capacity to 1,157 litres.

Competition is intense in the premium hatchback sector, but new A-Class has significant brand cachet and a luxury look and feel which rivals will find hard to match.

MUSTANG BEST SELLER Ford sold 125,809 Mustang models last year, making it the best-selling sports coupe in the world for the third year running.

“The world is falling in love with Mustang,” says Erich Merkle, Ford sales analyst. “Mustang represents the best of American design, performance and freedom, with an unmistakable personality that’s appeals – regardless of your post code.”

Of the nearly 126,000 vehicles registered worldwide, 81,866 were in the United States. European sales were 13,100 with Mustangs outselling the Porsche 911 in 13 European markets including the UK. Since global exports began in 2015 Ford has sold 418,000 Mustangs around the world. The most popular configuration is the Mustang GT with the 5.0-litre V8.

Later this year Ford introduces a new Ford Mustang featuring a more athletic exterior, and an upscale interior with soft-touch materials and 12-inch digital instrument cluster. Enhanced powertrains include Ford’s 5.0-litre V8 and 10-speed automatic transmission for 0-60 mph acceleration in 4.3 seconds.

In addition, a special edition Ford Mustang Bullitt celebrating the famous Steve McQueen film’s 50th anniversary begins production for Europe in June. Available in Shadow Black or classic Dark Highland Green, Mustang Bullitt is powered by an uprated 5.0-litre V8 engine.

New research highlights motoring laws many British motorists are unwittingly breaking, which could earn them points on their licence, incur a fine or see their car being confiscated.

A survey by Allianz Global Assistance UK found 61% of motorists surveyed aren’t aware that the rules surrounding babies and children in cars changed last year. Now, a driver could be fined up to £500 if a child under 14 isn’t in the correct car seat or wearing a seat belt, including new-borns who must be transported by car in a baby carrier – not in a passenger’s arms.

While most drivers know that exceeding speed limits is an offence, 64% of those surveyed didn’t know that driving too slowly is deemed as ‘careless driving’ and could also earn them up to up to nine points on their licence and a fine.

And 41% admitted to expressing their frustration at other road users through swearing, but it could be a costly crime. If caught swearing verbally or using gestures, police could fine a driver up to 75% of their weekly income.

An even costlier crime is beeping the horn unnecessarily. A car horn should only be used to alert traffic to your presence, such as on a bend. It shouldn’t be used in anger or as a friendly signal to friends, as this could result in a fine between £30 and £1,000 and is illegal between the hours of 11.30pm and 7.00am in a built up area.

And 74% of drivers don’t know that paying at a toll road with their smart phone counts as using their mobile behind the wheel and is illegal because they are on a public highway; if caught they could earn a minimum £200 fine or receive up to six points on their licence.

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HEALTH & FITNESS Charlie Lowe from the fastest growing bootcamp ‘Wassmuffin Fitter Than fit’ talks Fitness, well being, healthy eating and of course Thai Boxing.

BENEFITS OF MARTIAL ARTS FOR YOUR CHILD

At Fitter Than Fit, we believe that a child’s total well being, both psychological and physical, can be strengthened simultaneously. While the physical aspects of exercise and Martial Arts training improves your child’s general health, it also improves emotional wellbeing with increased selfesteem and self-confidence, as well as decreased tension, stress, anxiety and depression. With that, here are just a few of the benefits of our Martial Arts programmes for your child:

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SELF DEFENCE The instructors at Fitter Than Fit have trained for many years to make sure everything we teach is reality based. With that being said, your child may still be in the developmental stage of their life and will focus only on the basics of our Martial Arts curriculum. Basic Techniques include: proper exercise form, punching, kicking, blocking and evasion techniques.

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SELF-CONTROL AND GOOD DECISION MAKING Self-control refers to the training that one gives one’s self to accomplish a certain task or to adopt a particular pattern of behaviour, even though one is unfocused or would rather be doing something else.

For example, when your child has learned to listen to mum and dad, or to pay attention in class listening to the teacher instead of talking to his friend next to him, he has demonstrated the ability to selfcontrol, while making the good decision to do so.

At Fitter Than Fit, as both parents and instructors, we work on this skill set every single day—instilling respect for everyone.

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FOCUSING AND LISTENING We know focus plays a key role in the mindset of children, who have limited attention spans at this stage in their life. Our programme will build their attention span, teaching your child to focus on the task at hand while improving their listening and reaction skills at the same time. As a result, your child will excel in physical activity, improve their ability to stay focused and become an astute listener in the dojo, at home and in school.

TEAMWORK AND POSITIVE SOCIAL INTERACTION Teamwork is necessary for any young child to develop. It is at this stage in their life that they develop an understanding and a confidence in their ability to work with others. At Fitter Than Fit, our activity-based curriculum and teamwork-oriented environment, develops character and teaches your child that the more we work together in the dojo, at home and at school, the more we get done.

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BALANCE AND POSTURE For many 3-6 year olds, one of the skillsets that is often overlooked, but needs constant work and attention, is balance and posture—basic skills necessary for almost any activity. Poor posture leads to cramped organs, improper breathing and a whole host of other unhealthy bodily expressions. At Fitter Than Fit, our Little Dragons programme helps to build strong balance, healthy postures and balanced movement through the use of age appropriate forms and drills—often presented as an engaging game to help developing students improve these fundamental skills For more information contact: T. Charlie 07968855163 or Mickael 07766090116 E. info@fitterthanfit.co.uk W. www.fitterthanfit.co.uk A. Wassmuffin Mixed Martial Arts Academy, 686 Christchurch Rd, Bournemouth, BH7 6BT

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ROYAL WEDDING

HOSTING A ROYAL WEDDING VIEWING PARTY A Celebration for the Nation We Brits love a wedding, especially of the royal variety. The glamour, the style, the tradition; it’s enough to excite even the lowliest liberal.

With Prince Harry and Miss Megan Markel’s nuptials just around the corner, we thought we’d put together the ultimate style guide for getting your home suitably dressed and ready to properly celebrate the event of the year—finger sarnies and all.

VIEWING THE EVENT First off, get your telly box (or alternative viewing device) set-up and ready. You can watch the event live on BBC, Sky News and ITV. The

service will begin at 12:00pm at St George’s Chapel in Windsor, but you can bet on several hours of coverage prior as the excitement builds to the big moment.

The service, conducted by the Dean of Windsor, will end around an hour later when Prince Harry and Ms Markle will step out, as officiated by The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, for the first time officially as man and wife to great the roaring crowds, all of which will also be covered by the broadcasters.

RIGHT: Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash

SETTING THE TABLE It almost goes without saying, but in terms of a colour scheme it’s got to be red, white and blue. Begin with a crisp white tablecloth, and laden the table with all kinds of patriotic merchandise, including these gorgeous party accessories from Papaerchase, starting from just £4.00.

When it comes to laying the table more specifically, it all depends on how you intend to cater for your guests? Naturally if you’re going buffet-style you might want to get all of your plates and cutlery down one end of the table, to encourage some kind of food queuing system, whereas a sit down meal could be more formally laid with individual settings. Never the less, this Yvonne Ellen Monochrome Party Pup Dinner Plate makes the perfect platter for both nibbles and sit-down meal.

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DRINKS O’CLOCK There are a few beverages you absolutely must have at your typically British party, they include: PIMMS: A classic, easy to make punch with a lashing of sweet lemonade and seasonal fruit and mint. For the ultimate Pimms, go half and half with prosecco and pop and add in a few more handfuls of yummy fruit.

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TEA: not exactly rocket science to make, but you can really go to town on your presentation. Get your hands of a gorgeous teapot and some ornate china to create the perfect little tea party. P.S. don’t forget the sugar cubes!

MAKE THE ROYAL WEDDING CAKE

G&Ts: There’s nothing more British than stiff upper lip and a strong Gin and Tonic. For the ultimate libation get your hands on some up-market tonics, and swanky; dehydrated fruits, cucumber ribbons—the works!

Words by Charlotte Williams

In honour of the soon-to-be newlyweds, why not try your own hand at re-creating their chosen wedding cake, a “Lemon and Elderflower Sponge”.

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FOOD & DRINK

Lemon & Elderflower Sponge (Serves 10-12)

Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash

Ingredients

Method

225g/8oz butter, softened 225g/8oz caster sugar 4 large eggs 225g/8oz self-raising flour, sifted Zest and juice 1 lemon 100ml/4fl oz Elderflower Cordial 30ml/2tbsp granulated sugar

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/Gas Mark 4.

Grease a 20cm round, deep, loose-based tin and line with baking parchment (or a cupcake tray— minus the parchment—for miniature versions).

prepared tin, level the surface and bake for 4550mins or until it is shrinking away from the sides of the tin. A fine skewer inserted in the centre should come out clean. Cool in the tin for 5 mins.

Place the butter, sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl. Use an electric whisk to beat the butter and sugar together until they are pale and fluffy.

Gradually add the eggs, whisking well between additions and adding 2 tbsp of the flour with the last egg.

For the icing, squeeze the lemon juice into a bowl, then sieve to remove the bits, and stir in the cordial. Use a fine skewer to prick the cake all over. Pour over the syrup, and sprinkle over the sugar. (alternatively decorate the top with a thin glaze made from icing sugar and lemon juice).

Sift over the remaining flour, and then gently fold in, along with 2 tbsp hot water. Spoon into the

Leave to cool completely before removing the cake from the tin.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY The latest beauty tips and treatments from the owner of Chic Beauty Salon & Academy, Sophie Tamagna

THE A-LISTER FACIAL In a bid to fight off signs of premature Ageing on the Skin, here at Chic we have developed a range of specialist and High Performance Facials. These results driven Facials target the processes that trigger Ageing. Let’s take a look at the Non Surgical Perfector Facial which has recently been in the press with A-Lister Kim Kardashian taking to Instagram to rave about this Facial being an important part of her skincare routine!

Our Perfector Facial is both a corrective and preventative treatment in the fight against Ageing, it delivers low frequency micro currents to re-educate the positioning of the muscles on the face for an instant face-lift.

This non-invasive procedure is the alternative solution for facial toning and rejuvenation, and is rated as the safest method for skin rejuvenation.

With no pain or side effects and lasting results, this Facial is ideal for anyone wanting to hold off or avoid Botox and fillers!

PERFECTOR’S RESULTS Within one treatment, visible changes in: • Sagging eyelids, jowls, and neck • Fine lines • Wrinkles • Puffy eyes and dark circles • Hyper pigmentation • Acne • Enlarged pores • Rosacea • Scarring

of the skin, the Perfector treatment actually builds up skin layers by healing and encouraging cell revival and regeneration of tissue. As we get older, the body slows down, the muscles start to age and the skin begins to deteriorate.

The Perfector is the only non-surgical treatment that can be administered to the delicate eye skin, making it an excellent solution for puffiness, dark circles, and crow’s feet. This nonsurgical facelift is a proven solution to change the appearance of ageing skin, but also works to correct many other skin conditions as well.

With micro-current and nanotechnology, the effects of ageing can be diminished and reversed. The current actually penetrates the cell and accelerate the body’s ability to function more effectively and expeditiously.

As the skin absorbs product and is stimulated by electrical impulses, it works to increase circulation and lymphatic movement. But also tightens and tones of the underlying muscles while stimulating the protein content within the dermis for lasting results.

Unlike micro-dermabrasion and chemical peels, which take off layers

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THE NY SALT BEEF & BAGEL CO. The bagel arrived in The Big Apple with the Eastern European settlers in the late 19th century, in fact, it wasn’t until the 70s that it began creeping its way into popular stateside foodie society, but when the holey bun did finally drop it rolled its way out across the state and vendors were snapping it up like hot cakes.

Similarly, salt beef (or corned beef— though not as we Brits know it) was born out of the influence of Irish incomers, but has since become a huge part of NY culture, so it’s no surprise that these two foods would come together in the one glorious union to make an appetising hybrid.

Which brings us nicely to the story of our very own supplier, the newly opened NY Salt Beef & Bagel Company, right here in town. Fascinated by the New York bagel scene—having spent two years living out there—the

owner wants to bring an authentic foodie experience to the people of Bournemouth.

Situated just off the bustling Bournemouth high street in the Burlington Arcade lays the small, but perfectly composed store, alight with vivacious red, yellow and black décor—very NY. The bright lights and luring aroma of freshly baked bread calls out to foodies drifting past on the hunt for a delicious lunch treat, whilst the incredibly fair prices speak to those equally on a budget.

We arrived one sunny afternoon to find manager Monica filling up the counter with fresh ingredients ready for the lunch service ahead, so we took this calm before the storm opportunity to ask her what makes this salt beef so special? She explained, “It’s a long process to get the beef ready to sell.

Many days are spent curing and

Moreish and meaty it certainly lived up to its reputation. The sweetness from the bread, combined with the intense saltiness of the beef and the zingy flavours of the extra toppings made this an absolute lunchtime win and at less than £5 (including a drink and a bag of crisps) it seems it wont break the bank to feed my new-found food obsession either.

brining the meat to give it that intense flavour, followed by a long slow cooking process so that it just flakes apart and melts in the mouth”.

Watching Monica pull apart the beef with the mere tug of a fork and layering up a sample bagel I had to ask, “what makes the perfect salt beef bagel?” to which Monica replied, “the beef of course, then a healthy amount of sweet pickles, sauerkraut and lashings of American mustard for that subtle heat”—I was sold, and sure enough the moment arrived to actually try it for myself.

In addition to their signature dish the NY Salt Beef & Bagel Company offer a whole host of tasty snacks including classic hot dogs (from just £1.50!), an entirely different bagel menu including veggie/vegan options, pizza AND iconic American drinks and snacks, not to mention tasty fresh fruit smoothies, milkshakes and more.

We think this could be everyone’s favourite new lunch spot, so get in before the queue is around the block!

By Charlotte Williams t. 0330 001 1202 a. 9 Burlington Arcade, Bournemouth, BH1 2HZ w. www.nysaltbeef.com Facebook: /NYSaltBeef

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WHAT’S ON...

A brilliant selection of events happening across Dorset & Hampshire over the coming weeks.

20TH MAY DORSET VEGAN FESTIVAL, AT POOLE LIGHTHOUSE

26TH MAY FASTLOVE: A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL, AT POOLE LIGHTHOUSE

80 fantastic stalls, world food caterers, exciting cookery demos and inspirational talks running throughout the day from 10.30am - 4.30pm. Entry is £5 payable on the day on the door (under 16’s free) or £15 for VIP tickets in advance to include fast track entry and a goody bag full of vegan products, samples, discounts and offers.

To book a stall, sponsor, host a demo, talk or workshop or find out more information please email veganeventsuk@ gmail.com

Get ready for an unforgettable evening with a global superstar at Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts on 26 May as Fastlove: A Tribute to George Michael puts the boomboom into your heart.

Packed with crowd pleasing anthems from Wham! classics of the ‘new pop’ revival to the chart-topping success of the eighties album Faith, the show also features all the awesome tunes of the nineties & noughties including the irresistible Flawless.

You’ll be getting up (to get down) to all your favourite songs including Careless Whisper, Freedom, Faith, Father Figure, One More Try, Outside, Jesus To A Child, I Want Your Sex, Kissing A Fool, and many more.

Relive the passion, the flare, and the unique sensitivity of George Michael in this incredible concert sensation. As the great man said: you gotta have faith…

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19TH - 20TH MAY SPRING TIDE FOOD FESTIVAL, AT HIVE BEACH, BRIDPORT

25TH - 28TH MAY PURBECK PIRATE FESTIVAL, SANDPIT FIELD, SWANAGE

This spectacular outdoor food event offers you the chance to meet and buy from the hugely talented local producers who will be on hand to show off Dorset produce at its very best.

Expect to find everything on the shopping list from fresh fish & local meat, artisan bread, cheeses and a selection of locally made beer and cider. You’ll also find a selection of quality products from local craftsmen and artists.

29TH SEPTEMBER TREK THE THREE PEAKS OF DORSET Join Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s disability charity, and appreciate the stunning Dorset countryside at the very top of the county’s three highest peaks. On 29 September you can join the local charity and take on this unique opportunity during a 12-hour hike across the Dorset hills.

Participants will trek 26 miles across the Wessex Ridgeway and to the peaks of Lewesdon Hill, Pilsdon Pen and Bulbarrow Hill. These are the three biggest peaks in Dorset and within one day you will be ascending a combined height of 1,350 meters – higher than Ben Nevis.

To take part in the Dorset 3 Peaks event, an entry fee of £35 applies and a minimum fundraising target of £265. If you book your place before 1 April you can receive a £5 discount.

Your fundraising could achieve the daily cost to run the advice service to provide guidance and support, specialist toys for children with disabilities to play with, a day’s vital medical supplies for the children at the charity’s specialist school and much more.

For further information and event details, please visit: www.diverseabilities.org.uk/dorset-three-peaks/ If trekking isn’t your thing, find out what other exciting events Diverse Abilities has to offer by visiting the charity’s website at www.diverseabilities.org.uk/events or call the fundraising team on 01202 718266.

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A free festival for Pirates, Mermaids and anyone else who wants to join in. With stalls, living history, re-enactments and a childrens area, there will be a disco for the children on Friday evening with prizes for the best Pirate Prince and Princess. A Pirate Parade to Monkey Beach on Saturday and Sunday to watch the skirmishes between the Wimbourne Militia and Pirates, and a Pub Crawl on Friday night for Pirates to get as many stamps as possible by visiting 6 pubs and ending the night at the Red Lion.

There will aslo be plenty going on in the town centre for all ages to enjoy and all donations will be going to local causes.

26TH MAY 1940S FAMILY FUN DAY, WEYMOUTH This is an opportunity to visit areas of the Fort not generally open to the public. Take part in the ‘Evacuee Experience’ with Nothe Fort guides. Displays of military and civilian vehicles, 1940’s memorabilia, live entertainment - music and dancing, themed activities, side shows and stalls. Meet Warren and Winnie the new Nothe Fort mascots. Visitors are encouraged to dress 1940’s style. There will be an opportunity for children who arrive dressed as evacuees, to meet the Air Raid Patrol man, and take part in the first ‘Evacuee Experience’ of the day.

Renowned as the Sporting Glastonbury, Bournemouth 7s has established a formidable reputation amongst sportspeople and festival-goers alike!

With numerous awards under its belt, the festival now attracts over 30,000 party people and almost 400 sports teams to Bournemouth over the late May Bank Holiday weekend.

The 12 Themed Festival Arenas welcome over 40 live acts and DJs who combine to create a unique festival atmosphere which truly sets Bournemouth 7s apart from the crowd!”

Bournemouth 7s has become the World’s Largest Sport & Music Festival and celebrated its 10th Anniversary in 2017!

Still privately owned and directed by Roger and Fleur Woodall, the festival is managed by a dedicated team who are proud to bring the #SportingGlastonbury to the South Coast every May. Bournemouth 7s Festival takes place annually at the picturesque Bournemouth Sports Club. The Roads are very busy on the May Bank Holiday weekend so please plan your journey!

Purbeck Pirate Festival Sandpit Field, Swanage

Purbeck Pirate Festival Sandpit Field, Swanage

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Spring Tide Food Festival www.spring-tide.org.uk

25TH - 27TH MAY BOURNEMOUTH 7S FESTIVAL, BOURNEMOUTH SPORTS CLUB, EAST PARLEY

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SELF-LIMITING BELIEFS Are they stopping you from achieving your dreams?

Many of our self-limiting beliefs are learned as small children.

However these beliefs came to us, these limiting decisions run our lives and prevent us from becoming who we wish to become, doing what we wish to do and having what we wish to have. They have shaped everything you do. They have prevented you from seeing opportunities and maybe even discouraged you from trying certain things at all. Time to bring them out of hiding! Once you do that, you have a choice.

So how do you identify those self-limiting beliefs? First, listen to what you say to yourself. For example, if you’re having trouble finding a relationship, maybe you explain it with something like, “Women only want men who have a lot of money” or “Guys are only interested in younger women.” Anything you say to yourself to justify why it isn’t working out for you is a limiting belief.

Will that belief sound true to you? Of course! It will sound perfectly reasonable and valid and you probably can come up with lots of evidence supporting it! But it’s still a belief that is getting in the way of what you want. So unless you’re willing to totally give up on your goals and desires, it’s a limiting decision that you don’t want to keep.

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The treatment works by shortening and shrinking the skin fibres instantly through a plasma flash. This flash from a hand held device evaporates superficially on the skin at a tiny point and the skin shrinks around the targeted area. Further points are placed in a grid pattern across the skins surface, pulling the skin tighter without having to undergo surgery. Some clients can gain an instant rejuvenated look while others may need a few treatments. Anesthetic Cream is used to help minimise discomfort.

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Lilliput £1,325,000

EPC Rating C

An impressive contemporary style detached house offering spacious versatile accommodation, situated in a prime residential location just minutes to Parkstone Golf Club. Substantial accommodation over 3 floors, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, lounge, kitchen/ diner and 2 further ground floor rooms. Private rear garden and hot tub.

Branksome Park Offers Invited £3,550,000

EPC Rating B

A fantastic brand new contemporary detached family and entertaining home. Carefully designed under the guidance of an award winning local Architect. Approximately 6,000 sq ft of accommodation offering 4/5 bedrooms all with en-suites. Situated on a good sized plot in the heart of Branksome Park.

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Southbourne £1,200,000

EPC Rating D

St Catherine’s Hill £559,950

EPC Rating C

Superb 4 bedroom detached home offering versatile accommodation in the sought after location of St Catherine’s Hill and within the Twynham School Catchment area. Large driveway, kitchen/diner and spacious lounge with wood burner, opening onto paved terrace.

Bransgore £339,950

Mudeford £285,000

I TI FI DE M RS AL E T BU Y

A superb contemporary residence on the clifftops of Southbourne. Boasting 5/6 bedrooms, 4½ bathrooms, unrivalled sea views, open plan kitchen/diner, modern designed garden, outdoor swimming pool currently being added, 2 balconies (one with hot tub).

EPC Rating D

Well-presented three bedroom, 2 reception room semi-detached house with off road parking for 3 cars, large conservatory, good sized rear garden and feature summer house.

EPC Rating C

Excellent three bedroom family home in popular residential location with impressive kitchen/diner and modern décor throughout. Viewing advised.

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Christchurch £1,150pcm

EPC Rating D

A spacious and immaculate 3 bedroom maisonette. Including a garage unit and off-road parking for two cars. Close to Twynham School catchment area and Christchurch Retail Park.

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