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is month I have a great vintage theme for you, with something for the historian in all of us, with features and storys dating back a thousand years. e Great Dorset Steam Fair celebrates its 45th anniversary and is forecast to be the busiest yet, even after the 5-day event attracted a record 60,000 visitors on its busiest day last year. Back at Shaftesbury in 1968 the show enjoyed 2,000 visitors. is quickly grew to 50,000, and now the show regularly attracts over 200,000 people. It's amazing to think that these days the show has 25,000 people camping on site at any one time - that's the population of a sizeable town!” e local Hyde900 group has been successful in its application and has been granted permission to see if remains from an unmarked grave are those of King Alfred the Great, with scientific tests to begin shortly. e remains at St Bartholomew's Church, Winchester, were exhumed amid security fears after publicity surrounding the discovery of Richard III's remains. Could DNA testing find you a familial match?

Staying in the Anglo Saxon period we have a story featuring a gravestone dating from the time of Alfred the Great that has been sold at auction in Dorset for £4,300. e 9th Century artefact was discovered under some cardboard in the garage of a house in Guildford, Surrey (I only ever find spiders under the cardboard in my garage)!

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WHAT’S ON HORSE AGILITY TRAINING 10am until 2pm HA members £25 Non-members: £30 Spectators: £5 With Cathy Sirett HAAT is is a public equestrian event. Be sure to check the website page for times and latest information, especially in case of bad weather.

Hurn Bridge Equestrian Dorset BH23 6AD Sunday 18 Aug 2013 DORSET COASTAL CRAFTS SUMMER EMPORIUM A celebration of local handmade Crafts, Artists and Designers in a picturesque setting on the beautiful Poole Quay. Craft stalls include Ceramic Designs, Natural skin care- Papercraft- Glass designs- Homemade biscuits & cakes- PhotographyHome FurnishingsIllustrations- Jams & Chutneys- Miniature Teddy Bears- Artists- DriftwoodStamp Craft- Textiles... raising funds for the Dorset Charity Lewis Manning Hospice 10am - 3pm Free Entry.

(Donations to Lewis Manning Hospice, Poole) The Thistle Hotel. The Quay, Poole Dorset BH15 1HD Sunday 25 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: 07986433460 LIFE IN THE POND WITH THE RSPB AT HENGISTBURY HEAD Join Sarah-Jane and discover some exciting pond life. ere are two sessions to choose from - 10 am and 1.30 pm.

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outstanding beauty with wonderful beaches * spectacular views of Christchurch Harbour, Mudeford, the Isle of Wight, Poole Bay and Bournemouth * designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its significant archaeological importance and natural habitat that supports a wide variety of wildlife and rare plant species 10 am-1.30 pm Price: £3 per child accompanied by an adult Booking essential Hengistbury Head Dorset BH6 4EN. Thursday 8 Aug 2013, Wed 21 Aug Contact telephone: 07703 607630 SAMANTHA SINGS THE SHOWS An evening of classic show-tunes from the most popular stage and film musicals. e show includes songs from: Chicago, Cabaret, e Sound Of music, My Fair Lady, Les Misérables, Oliver, Grease, Jesus Christ Superstar, West Side Story, Phantom Of e Opera, and more ...

7.30pm £8 (£7 concessions) The Barrington Theatre, Ferndown Dorset BH22 9TH Saturday 31 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: Box office 01202 894858 357 RINGWOOD ROAD - OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS Plantaholics' prize-winning His and Hers garden. Hers is in cottage style with Clematis, Phlox, Lilies, Roses, Monarda, encouraging butterflies and bees, providing a riot of colour and perfume into late summer. Walk through a Moorish keyhole doorway into His exotic garden with Brugmansias, Canna, Oleander, banana, Dahlia and Bougainvillea. Open: Sun 14 July (11-5); Wed 31 July

(2-5); Sun 18 Aug (11-5).

Admission £3, Children free.

Times:11-5. Telephone:01202 896071. Visitors also welcome by appointment 1 July to 8 Sept. Open for charity.

357 Ringwood Road, Ferndown Dorset BH22 9AE Sunday 18 Aug 2013 THE (NOT SO SECRET)GARDENS EVENT August 17 is the date for a rather special charity event at Wimborne’s Knoll Gardens. ‘e (not so secret) Garden Event’ is a one-day gardening extravaganza set to reveal the secrets behind this stunning, naturalistic garden. Alongside guided tours and cream teas the day will feature a wide range of garden and wildlife-related activities including an expert Q&A, free planting advice from Knoll’s owner and holder of ten consecutive Chelsea Gold Medals, Neil Lucas, and the opportunity to try your hand at willow-weaving. Supported by the RSPB, Dorset Wildlife Trust and the Dorset Bat Group additional wildlife events will also run throughout the day alongside the opportunity to meet up with garden wildlife experts. ‘e (not so secret) Garden Event’ runs from 10am – 4pm on 17 August at Knoll Gardens in Hampreston near Wimborne. Admission is £5.50 for adults, £4.75 for concessions and £4 for children aged 5 – 15 which includes a FREE children’s trail.

Knoll Gardens, Hampreston, Nr Wimborne Dorset BH21 7ND. Saturday 17 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: 01202 873931 PURBECK FILM FESTIVAL - STARS

BY THE SEA Open Air Cinema at

Studland's beautiful Knoll Beach on Saturday, 17th August. Dirty Dancing Tickets on the gate on the day only, £12.00 to include a fish and chip supper Gates open at 7.15pm, film starts at 8.45pm Bring seating, blanket and dress warmly. Tickets £12.00 cash on the gate only To include a tasty, freshly cooked fish and chip supper while you watch!

Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset Dorset BH19 3AH Saturday 17 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: 07443 468850 WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S ’COMEDY OF ERRORS’ Rain or Shine eatre Company invites you to witness the comical confusion and chaotic capers of Shakespeare's hilarious masterpiece of mistaken identity that is e Comedy of Errors' e performance will take place in the courtyard at Walford Mill Crafts and will run in all but the worst weather. Gates will open at 6pm for picnics, outdoor seating will be provided. Even summer nights can be cool so please bring warm clothing, a hot flask and maybe some insect repellent! £13.50 adult, £11.50 conc, £8.00 child 7:30pm Walford Mill Crafts, Stone Lane Wimborne Dorset BH21 1NL. Saturday 24 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: 01202 841400.

HAPPY’S CIRCUS AT BURLEY, NEW FOREST Happy's Circus presents their special SUMMER SHOW. ey are appearing every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from the 26th of July through to the 18th of August Show Times Friday at 6pm Saturday at 2pm and 6pm (Saturday the 3rd of August 7pm only) Sunday at 2pm Tickets Adults £10 Children £6 and Concessions £8 - Cash or Cheque only. Box Office open show days from 10 am -

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07948572057 Come see our 2 hour show, Randelle clowns, specialty acts, acrobats, magic and laughter. LET OUR FAMILY ENTERTAIN YOUR FAMILY Friday at 6pm Saturday at 2pm and 6pm (Saturday the 3rd of August 7pm only) Sunday at 2pm Tickets Adults £10 Children £6 and Concessions £8 - Cash or Cheque only. Box Office open show days from 10 am 07948572057 BH live tickets 0844 576 3000 Burley Park, Burley Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 4DJ. Tomorrow to Sun 4 Aug, Fri 9 Aug to Sun 11 Aug, Fri 16 Aug to Sun 18 Aug Contact telephone: 07948572057 AUTUMN FETE FOR THE LEAGUE OF FRIENDS OF THE LYMINGTON NEW FOREST HOSPITAL A Family Fun Day, Prize Draw, Entertainment - Belly Dancing, Dog Display and Children's Dancing Demo, Music, Food and Refreshments, inc Pizzas & Crepes, Plants, Flower Arranging, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Coconut Shy and many other stalls.

From 12 noon to 15.30 hrs, Tickets £1.50 each: Children under 12 years old free, Guide & assistance Dogs only, Free Parking.

Lymington New Forest Hospital, Wellworthy Road, Lymington Hampshire SO41 8QD. Saturday 7 Sep 2013 Contact telephone: 01590 663036 GREAT DORSET STEAM FAIR Widely recognised as "THE" National Heritage Show as well as being regarded as the leading show of its type in the World. e spectacle covers an enormous showground, at over 600 acres being one of Europe's largest outdoor event locations. You can stand amazed at the variety of exhibitions and the sheer scale of the show means that there is always something new to

see. For the first time visitor seeing the Great Dorset Steam Fair can be quite an awe inspiring and impressive site, a sea of marquees and attractions that can take your breath for a moment. Visit this colourful show once and you'll be hooked for life.

You must go!

South Down, Tarrant Hinton, Blandford, Dorset DT11 8HX Wednesday 28 Aug 2013 to Sunday 1 Sep 2013 Contact telephone: 01258 860361

win the best-dressed prize.

Drop into Bows & Braces Vintage Fair for a lovely vintage experience.

9.00am - 4.00pm 50p Entry info@bowsandbracesvintage.co.uk www.facebook.com/BowsandBr acesVintageFair The Masonic Hall, High Street, Lymington Hampshire SO41 9AA. Saturday 17 Aug 2013 www.bowsandbracesvintage. co.uk

JOIN LOCAL CHOIR AND SUPPORT MARIE CURIE CANCER CARE CONCERT Local choir Voices of the Forest is urging new members to join and is also asking local people to support its performances in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. Anyone interested in joining the choir can come along to sessions in September or see the choir at its next performance, Songs of Magic and Power, at the Plaza eatre Romsey on Saturday September 28th at 7.30pm. e concert will feature the first public performance of SAGA, a unique musical theatre piece written by Fabian Lochner. Tickets, costing £10, are on sale from the Plaza eatre box office at with profits going to Marie Curie Cancer Care. www.plazatheatre.com

STONEY CROSS AIRFIELD is year we intend to explore more of this WW2 airfield including the original access road where pilots used to congregate in the evenings to watch enemy air attacks on Southampton. We will walk across many aircraft dispersal's and talk about the people who flew from here - many of whom never returned. To help visualise the aerodrome many contemporary photographs will be available. is is a 4 mile moderate walk.

Times: 10am - 2pm. Cost: £10 per person. Booking is essential as spaces are limited.

Please contact the Forestry Commission on 023 8028 6840 (Mon-Fri 8.30am-4pm) to book your space.

Stoney Cross Plain car park (Grid Ref: SU247124) Hampshire SO43 7GN Saturday 24 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: 023 8028 6840

BOWS & BRACES VINTAGE FAIR Each fair will be crammed with authentic vintage items; a unique blend of handpicked traders will display the very best vintage stock. Stand out from the crowd and purchase unique items from the 1920's to 1980's, glamorous ladies fashion, menswear & unusual accessories. Be inspired and find fabulous up cycled furniture, vibrant home wares, kitchenalia, luggage and curiosities for decorating your home. While you are shopping your favourite tunes from the past will be playing all day. Indulge yourself, dress up in your favourite era and

THE GREAT FUN FARM FORAGE Find farming implements hidden around the Farm using clues from our fun quiz sheet. (is will be different to the trail from May.) Great lucky dip prizes (children only) at the end of the forage for all those super snoopers!

Great for nosey parkers! No extra cost. Plus our usual schedule of hands-on activities will run throughout the day. 10am - 5pm Usual admissions apply. No extra charge for event.

Longdown Activity Farm Hampshire SO40 7EH Monday 12 Aug 2013 to Friday 16 Aug 2013

Contact telephone: 023 8029 2837 PICCADILLY DANCE ORCHESTRA Music at Beaulieu is delighted to be welcoming the Piccadilly Dance Orchestra for the first time. Michael Law, singer, pianist and musical director, founded the orchestra in 1988 and it has gone from strength to strength. From the Charleston and Puttin' On e Ritz of the 1920s through to swing hits of the 1930s and 40s such as Glenn Miller's In e Mood and Pennsylvania 6-5000, their music will certainly set your feet tapping.

For 4 years they played at e Ritz and for 6 years at e Savoy Hotels entertaining VIP guests, many of whom booked them for their own private parties. Unfortunately it is not possible to book this concert on line, only by post.

We expect the church to be full and the seats will be numbered.

7.00pm Tickets £15 Please make a cheque payable to Music at Beaulieu and post it with a stamped addressed envelope to e Box Office, PO Box 84, LYMINGTON, Hants SO41 3ZA Beauieu Abbey Church, Palace Lane, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst, Hampshire SO42 7YG Saturday 17 Aug 2013 Contact telephone: 01590 611404.

JANE PUCKERING HAMPSHIRE OPEN STUDIOS VENUE 45 Paintings in oils, acrylics, watercolour, mixed media and pastels. Mainly coastal images with strong shapes and colour. e venue is a converted Methodist Chapel in the New Forest. 11am - 5pm. Free entry.

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HARMONIC FIELDS – INSIDE OUT DORSET 2012/ACTIVATE – STUART MORRIS

Dorset performing arts charity REAPING BENEFITS FROM 2012 OLYMPICS

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o mark the first anniversary of the 2012 Olympics, Dorchester charity Activate Performing Arts (Activate) has been looking back at the legacy surrounding the games, and what long term benefits it brought to performing arts across Dorset.

Activate was invited to showcase some of its outdoor performances as part of e Maritime Mix, the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad by the Sea, which ran alongside the sailing events in Weymouth and Portland.

It is estimated that 75,000 people witnessed the spectacular celebrations that included Harmonic Fields, a collective of 500 instruments played by the wind from a cliff-top in Portland.

Activate was also involved the Torch Relay, and produced the overnight performance programme ‘Bournemouth Dances and Bournemouth Sings’.

One year on, Kate Wood, Executive Director for Activate has seen an increase in the numbers of artists wanting to work in Dorset, and more communities wanting to display similar style events in their counties. She said: “2012 was a phenomenal year for Activate and was helped tremendously by the Olympic celebrations. We were extremely proud to showcase some of the world’s best outdoor artists and Harmonic Fields in particular, 08

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was highlighted as an event that left lasting memories in people’s minds.”

Activate’s biennial festival, Inside Out Dorset, coincided with the Paralympics and its closing ceremony. Kate added: “Inside Out Dorset is always hugely popular, but we found that with the help of the Olympic celebration, performing arts reached audiences that may not have previously experienced the theatre or an art gallery and would never have thought they would enjoy a sound installation.” roughout the year, Activate has engaged with over 300 people through performing arts workshops, has seen audiences of over 18,000 at its events and continues successful partnerships with Winton Boys School in Bournemouth and Queen Elizabeth School in Wimborne n

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STEAM FAIR AT NIGHT

Great Dorset Steam Fair CELEBRATES 45TH ANNIVERSARY

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onday 15th July 2013 – e Great Dorset Steam Fair, which takes place from Wednesday 28th August to Sunday 1st September 2013 in Tarrant Hinton, is celebrating its 45th anniversary! e 45th year is forecast to be the busiest yet, even after the 5-day event attracted a record 60,000 visitors on its busiest day last year. In celebration of this landmark occasion, organizers have released images taken at the first ever Great Dorset Steam Fair in 1968.

Martin Oliver, the Managing Director of the Great Dorset

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Steam Fair and son of the late Michael Oliver who founded the event, said: “I don’t think anyone could have predicted the huge scale the fair has become today, especially as it grew in popularity gradually year on year, but Dad always knew it would be successful.

“Back at Shaftesbury in 1968 the show enjoyed 2,000 visitors. is quickly grew to 50,000, and now the show regularly attracts over 200,000 people. It's amazing to think that these days the show has 25,000 people camping on site at any one time - that's the population of a sizeable town!”

It is estimated that the event is worth approximately £21.3m

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ALL B&W © ERIC BEST PHOTOGRAPHS 1ST SHOW 1969

to the economy of Dorset and the wider region, and creates £7.0m of additional tourism consumer expenditure for Dorset; i.e. expenditure by staying visitors from outside the area that would probably not have arisen had the Fair not been held, according to a 2005 Economic Impact Study Survey conducted by e Market Research Group. e show, which this year will cost around £2 million to stage, couldn't run without its section leaders, site managers and an army of helpers. In total there are around 300 people working at the event including the casual labour that collect litter and man campsites. A group of non-executive directors make up the Great Dorset Steam Fair's committee and work all year round to ensure each event is better than the last.

Organisers are very proud to be the ‘National Heritage Show’, presenting the Britain of yester-year. One of the main selling points is that a lot of exhibits are shown in the way that they were used years ago working in their natural environment. e Great Dorset Steam Fair is a typically British event offering a unique blend of nostalgia and entertainment. e World’s largest heritage and cultural event showcases our national industrial, agricultural and leisure history. ere is no other event like this anywhere in the world which is why hundreds of thousands of visitors attend each year from both the UK and abroad.

STEAMY FACTS n Annually the Great Dorset Steam Fair goes through ten miles of electric cable, 200 tonnes of coal and 550 barrels of beer! n Over 200,000 visitors attend each year from the UK and all

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over the world. is year there will be over 90 acts performing on six stages across the site. ere are over 170 acres allocated for pre-paid public camping that will accommodate a staggering 5,000 individual units (caravans and tents etc.) At the busiest time of Steam Fair week there will be between 15,000 and 20,000 show visitors camping on site.

Over 60 Showman's Engines with their gleaming, twisted, brass will generate the light and power for the old roundabouts and swing-boats.

Over 100 cars, 250 commercial vehicles, over 140 motorcycle exhibits, over 100 military machines, over 250 vintage tractors and over 100 horticultural tractors will be on display this year.

Ten large corn ricks will be threshed at this year’s show and a dozen saw benches will feature in the wood sawing area.

ABOUT GREAT DORSET STEAM FAIR e Great Dorset Steam Fair will take place from Wednesday 28th August to Sunday 1st September in Tarrant Hinton. e spectacle covers an enormous showground, at over 600 acres being one of Europe's largest outdoor event locations along with Glastonbury Festival. It is now widely recognised as "THE" National Heritage Show as well as being regarded as the leading show of its type in the World.

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LIGHTHOUSE SUPPORTS INDEPENDENT FILM WITH THE LAUNCH OF

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SUKI SINGH’S EMULSION (12) TUESDAY 13 AUGUST 8.15PM LIGHTHOUSE, POOLE TICKETS £8 / CHILD/STUDENT £5.50 / SENIOR £6.50 0844 406 8666

ighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts launches Indie Screen Dorset, its new initiative to support local independent filmmakers, with a screening of Suki Singh’s Emulsion on Tuesday 13 August.

Indie Screen provides the opportunity for filmmakers to get their low budget feature films screened in the Lighthouse cinema, and is open to those who were born, live or work in Dorset or are graduates of Bournemouth University or the Arts University Bournemouth. Films which have been predominantly shot in Dorset are also eligible.

Emulsion, the first film to appear under the Indie Screen banner, is a psychological noir by Bournemouth-based writer-director Suki Singh, and was filmed and produced entirely in Dorset by White Lantern Film. It tells the story of Ronny (played by Sam Heughan) – a man feverishly searching for his missing wife. When Isabella (Claudia Bassols) mysteriously disappears from a car park in a suburban town, Ronny become obsessed with finding her, leading to a dramatic and unexpected conclusion.

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Susie Carver. “As one of the few independent cinemas in Dorset it is hugely important to us to support the wealth of filmmaking talent in the area and it seemed appropriate to make independent film a regular feature of our programme. Emulsion is a fantastic piece of filmmaking and we are delighted to have the opportunity to screen it at Lighthouse.”

Lighthouse is now welcoming submissions for feature films from other local filmmakers. Full details on how to submit films can be found at www.lighthousepoole.co.uk Visit the Emulsion website: www.emulsionthemovie.co.uk n

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Party in the Park SATURDAY 7TH AND SUNDAY 8TH OF SEPTEMBER

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ow in its 13th year Party in the Park 2013 at the Ashley Cross Green, Parkstone is fast approaching and for the first time the event will be staged over 2 days making it more appealing to locals who for various reasons may not be able to attend on one of the days.

Involving various bars and restaurants overlooking this little, leafy enclave, Party in the Park is all set to go on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th of September. Gates open at 12.00pm and close at 19.00pm on both days. Organiser, Jane Jones, Jane Jones PR & Events, explained: ‘With the event taking place over two days this will no doubt give us more work. However, we know that this will be more appealing to everyone particularly as the band line up will be different on each day along with some extra surprises.’ is hugely anticipated event introduces its new main sponsor; Meridian Lifts a high profile Poole based family business. Joanne Tomlin, Director of Meridian, said: ‘We are thrilled to be the main sponsor of ‘Party in the Park 2013’ as we are a family business and believe whole heartily in supporting anything and everything that involves the local community and the ‘Party in the Park’ ticks all these boxes.’ e event is also supported by a host of other local businesses including Frost & Co Estate Agents who have been involved from the early years.

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is year’s designated charity is Wessex Cancer Trust a cause close to many people’s hearts and Karen Rhys, Dorset Area Manager for the Trust said: ‘We are absolutely delighted to be nominated for this year’s ‘Party in the Park’. We look forward to seeing you all at this hugely popular event’. Jane Jones added: ‘We work with Wessex Cancer Trust as the chosen charity for our client Poole Town Football Club and are pleased to offer them this opportunity to increase the awareness of their hard work in our community.’

Tickets are available now from various outlets including Patrick’s Restaurant, e Cow, e Dancing Grove and Frost & Co all in Ashley Cross and also Fitness First in Bournemouth and e Lighthouse Poole where you can purchase tickets on line. www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/3166/Book-online/2348.

At a very reasonable £3.00 for the day or £5.00 for a weekend ticket they can also be purchased on the day but get there early to avoid disappointment and don’t forget as with last year children under 12 go free. e weekend is designed to cater for all ages with a wide range of entertainment. DJ Martyn the Hat will be hosting along with Dame Kitty making a special appearance. e music comprises of an eclectic mix of talented Dorset bands over the course of the 2 days with the line-up as follows:

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SATURDAY n New Volunteer n Island Glo n Darren Hodson & Southern Companion n e Frequency n Vida (Headliners) SUNDAY Nick Tatham (e Voice) n Empire Affair n e Devils Rejects n Jackson 3 Plus Guests n Butcher Blues Foundation (Headliners) n

e family friendly mini festival filled with fun for all kicks off with a Fitness First set incorporating various exercise programs for keep fit fanatics including Zumba as a free to join in warm up before the live music commences. Additionally a long lists of stalls and activities await the public’s arrival with barbeques, hog roast, real ales and children’s entertainment, arts, crafts, tarot readings and confectionary, just to name a few… ‘is year’s two day event is designed to be the biggest and best yet eclipsing previous successful years and so a warm welcome will be extended to all who join us. If it’s not already in your diaries then now is the time to make a note and get on down to Ashley Cross for the first weekend in September, you may find that after the kids have returned to school you might just need a bit of winding down time and Party in the Park offers the perfect solution,’ Jane added.

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The (not so secret) Garden Event AUGUST 17 IS THE DATE FOR A RATHER SPECIAL CHARITY EVENT AT WIMBORNE’S KNOLL GARDENS.

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he (not so secret) Garden Event’ is a one-day gardening extravaganza set to reveal the secrets behind this stunning, naturalistic garden.

Alongside guided tours and cream teas the day will feature a wide range of garden and wildlife-related activities including an expert Q&A, free planting advice from Knoll’s owner and holder of ten consecutive Chelsea Gold Medals, Neil Lucas, and the opportunity to try your hand at willow-weaving.

Supported by the RSPB, Dorset Wildlife Trust and the Dorset Bat Group additional wildlife events will also run throughout the day alongside the opportunity to meet up with garden wildlife experts. “e Knoll Gardens Foundation is a charity that uses its research and education programmes to promote the sustainable gardening practices used here in the garden to help everyone create wildlife-friendly and truly beautiful gardens,” said Neil.

“Many people still think it is hard to attract wildlife to your garden, or that the only way to do so is by letting it all run wild.

Here at Knoll we provide homes to birds, bats, dragonflies,

butterflies, snakes, voles and many, many insects, yet the garden is renowned for its beautiful, naturalistic style. We are often asked ‘what’s your secret?’. e answer is there is no secret, we’d love everyone to garden our way, and we hope ‘e (not so secret) Garden Event’ will encourage lots of people to come along, and take home some top tips and advice for their own beds and borders as well as enjoying a great day out.” ‘e (not so secret) Garden Event’ runs from 10am – 4pm on 17 August at Knoll Gardens in Hampreston near Wimborne.

Admission is £5.50 for adults, £4.75 for concessions and £4 for children aged 5 – 15 which includes a FREE children’s trail.

All money raised on the day will go to the Knoll Gardens Foundation.

For more information or call Knoll Gardens on 01202 873931. go to www.knollgardensfoundation.org n

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EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED FROM LIVING BY THE SEA

SANDBANKS YACHT CO. Ever wondered how to achieve the perfect work/ life balance? Well, here at Sandbanks Yacht Co. we feel we have the answer.

Our second beautiful show home, No.2 e Peninsula, is available for viewing and is the perfect place to relax and unwind or use as a base to enjoy the beautiful beaches, Poole Harbour and the neighbouring Purbecks. One of six, stunning, spacious four and five bedroom homes with en suites, private gardens and each, with secure underground parking spaces. ey also come with five years Club membership, allowing access to Sandbanks Yacht Co. and all it’s facilities. Perfect for lovers of the water who maybe own a boat but don’t get as much opportunity to use it as they’d like or equally for those living in the City who are looking for a weekend retreat away from the stresses and strains of a busy life. Prices on the waterfront

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start at £3.95m and e Peninsula homes start from £1.25m.

Sandbanks Yacht Co. offers much more than high tech, spacious modern contemporary living, with its bespoke Boatyard, Café and first floor Restaurant, to cater for all your dining needs and our gym, run by James and his team of highly qualified personal trainers, to help you meet your health and fitness goals. We will also have therapy rooms offering a range of beauty and skin care treatments plus a comprehensive range of sports therapies including hypnotherapy and acupuncture. Only 2 hours from London by train, it is still feasible to get back after a day in the office and take out your kayak and paddle board before the sun goes down.

Our boatyard is run by Jem Mills, who has been ‘messing around on boats’ since he was a boy. After many summers spent exploring

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the harbour with his family, he knew that the marine industry was for him. Having run the successful Sandbanks Boatyard and Marina for many years, he joins us with great wealth of experience and knowledge and a huge address book of local contacts! He can advise you on anything from boat sales, repairs and how to get the best from your boat.

We have Dry berth with launch and retrieve bays, both in the yard and under cover for up to 60 boats and offer both year round and seasonal storage. We also have 155 deep and shallow water swinging moorings, plus visitor moorings with a convenient launch service. is summer we are offering skippered, day charters within the Harbour on our new club launch – Taking 12 guests, it’s perfect for a corporate or family day out. Call us for pricing and availability. e dredging program is almost complete, both widening and deepening the entrance channel to our jetties – enabling access even at the lowest tide. e yard is now open to take boats for the rest of the season and we are already taking bookings for our winter storage ashore, so please call Jem to discuss your requirements.

James Rufus, from our Gym, 180°@SYC explains their philosophy. ‘Our approach is one of mind and body and our understanding of nutrition, fitness training, Biosignature Modulation, the brain, and movement, enabling us to provide our clients with a total wellbeing program’. Having developed a hugely successful following as Re:born, we are moving forward, rebranding as ‘180°@SYC’ – highlighting the journey to success.’

Our goals are very simple – to help our clients achieve their dreams through the highest level of personal training and complete fitness coaching. Our dedication and enthusiasm to continually improve our offering, and to remain at the forefront of our field in all aspects of physical conditioning, is second to none. We eat, sleep and breathe health and fitness, and it shows in the spectacular results we achieve for our clients and for ourselves. We are unique in that we both’ talk the talk’, and ‘walk the walk’ – after all if you can’t train yourself who can you train? e fulfilment we feel from helping

someone achieve their goals is what drives us forward – whether they are a competing at the highest level or a returning to fitness after a long break. We believe that anyone can effect positive change if they put their mind to it, and we will leave no stone unturned to ensure that each and every person who enters our gym leaves a happier, more confident, and healthier person. 180°@SYC will launch in January 2014 – Please call James for more details on membership and training.

We are aiming to launch the Gym, Café and Members Lounge in January with the restaurant opening ready for spring 2014.

Membership packages are available now and will include Gym membership, discounts in the Café and Restaurant and invitation to Members events throughout the year. e restaurant and Café will be open to the public.

Don’t just take it from us, listen to the experts! A new study recently published in the journal Health & Place, analysed information from more than 48 million people in England and found that the nearer they lived to the coast, the more likely people were to report good health within the past year. About 1% more of the people living within half a mile of the sea reported good health than did the people more than 30 miles from the sea. So there you have it. Sandbanks Yacht Co. Check it out for yourself!

For Residential property sales call Nigel Still at Stephen Noble Este Agents on 01202 557766.

For Membership and Boatyard enquiries call Ellie Taylor or Jem Mills on 01202 611262.

For the Gym, 180°@SYC call James Rufus on 07825 445333 or 01202 671783.

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SALTERNS SEALEGS SOLE DEALERSHIP

SALTERNS BROKERAGE is delighted to announce sole dealership for Sealegs for the UK, Republic of Ireland, Channel Island and Isle of Man. With the success of selling SEALEGS Salterns Brokerage has been awarded sole dealership. is will allow us to concentrate our efforts and look after new sales and aftersales service and support. With a dedicated showroom and promoting the boats at various national and international events and boat shows, we hope to attract new customers who have yet to meet these incredible amphibious craft.

LATEST NEWS TWO NEW SEALEGS ARE ON THEIR WAY! Sealegs 7.7 Cabin and Sealegs 7.7 Wide are currently being shipped to the UK ready for the Southampton Boat Show.

MCA CODING: ese craft can now be coded for commercial application. Please contact us for information.

ABOUT SEALEGS www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEyd_GgMIKQ Sealegs is a revolutionary patented concept in the powerboat market.

Have you ever dreamed of effortless boating? Dream no longer. Sealegs has created the perfect waterfront boat – a revolutionary, simple to use amphibious marine craft that has been specifically developed to take all the hassle out of boat launching and retrieval.

With a Sealegs, you have the ability to launch and retrieve your vessel safely, effortlessly and in a matter of minutes. is is the reason so many owners find themselves on the water a great deal more once they have their Sealegs. Should you own a property on or near the beach, the ability to be on water for the small windows of opportunity when time or weather

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permits, changes the game entirely.

Sealegs puts the pleasure back into pleasure craft, giving you the freedom to launch and land in places you never thought possible and to enjoy more time on the water with your family and friends. In fact, research indicates that Sealegs owners use their boats five times more than other boat owners! l Safe boating with families and young children l Waterskiing l Diving l Leisure l Fishing l Other applications include Military, Rescue and Emergency Response.

NEW SHOWROOM Sealegs will be displayed in the new showroom allowing new and existing customers a warm, professional and friendly environment in which to view the products. is continued investment indicates Salterns commitment and forward thinking approach to the demands of today’s customer requirements.

VIP INVITATION Salterns Brokerage invites you to enjoy an exclusive, no-obligation demonstration of the unique capabilities of the revolutionary Sealegs amphibious craft, leaving from your beach or waterway or home. We look forward to demonstrating the high quality New Zealand components, craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into every Sealegs craft.

Please contact to arrange a visit on (01202) 707222 or email info@salterns.co.uk PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW - 13TH – 22ND SEPTEMBER Salterns will be exhibiting at the PSP

Southampton Boat Show on berths M001 – M003 from the 13th – 22nd September.

Demonstrations will take place during this period. If you would like to view the boats at the show please make an appointment to arrange a date and time.

BACK UP Within the Salterns Marina group of companies we provide full backup for parts, service and warranty. “Salterns Brokerage, based within Salterns Marina, is located in one of the busiest and most beautiful parts of the UK. Its small team of four have been working together since Salterns Brokerage was acquired by the Salterns Group over three years ago.

Each team member is fully qualified and experienced to help with your every need ranging from brokerage to new boat sales, underwriting, advice, warranty and parts”.

ABOUT SALTERNS MARINA GROUP e Salterns Marina Group of companies is a significant British Marine business, employing around 100 staff and provides the marine leisure sector and industry a cross section of products and services. e group includes Salterns Marina, Salterns Boatyard, Salterns Brokerage, Poole Marine Services, Golden Arrow Marine, Motortech Marine, Offshore Performance, plus additional on site marine businesses. is unique forward thinking business is a marine leader, not just for the south coast of England, but globally, supplying anything from power systems, engines, new boats and watercraft to individuals, shipyards and superyachts, defence and maritime security worldwide. For more information about the Salterns Marina Group please contact us.

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National Recognition continues for Moors Valley Country Park MOORS VALLEY COUNTRY PARK AND FOREST HAS RECEIVED THE PRESTIGIOUS GREEN FLAG AWARD FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW.

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he Green Flag scheme is the national standard for parks and green spaces in England and Wales.

Awarded by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, it provides the most widely accepted measure of quality relating to the management, operation and improvement of freely accessible public parks and green space.

Clare Gronow, Countryside Manager, said, “It’s particularly gratifying to receive this Award as Moors Valley celebrates its 25th anniversary. Receiving the Green Flag is national recognition for the hard work and dedication of the Rangers, support staff, volunteers and business concessionaires whose collective efforts create the Moors Valley experience. “e Park has grown enormously since its early days. It is now

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the third most visited Country Park in the country; the Rangers literally run hundreds of events every year and we welcomed over 800,000 visitors in 2012. Despite these huge numbers Moors Valley is still big enough for our visitors to find quiet places to relax and recharge your batteries and provide a safe haven for wildlife. As our logo proudly indicates, we are one of the top places in the country to see dragonflies!”

More information about the full range of activities and events at Moors Valley Country Park, near Ringwood can be found at www.moors-valley.co.uk or call the Rangers on 01425 470721 n

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dyllically situated in Bournemouth town centre, e Print Room is an elegant award-winning Brassiere uniquely set in the former Daily Echo press room. e impressive high ceilings, Swarovski chandeliers, black and white marble floors and private booths; combined with crushed velvet sofas all make the venue a firm favourite on our Bournemouth map.

Listed in e Good Food Guide, the 2AA rosette restaurant offers the best of Dorset produce in every dish. eir passionate chefs strive for perfection and consistency providing an array of mouth-watering choices; including game, poultry, seafood, pastas and salads. All are

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individually created to reflect the brassiere's sophisticated city style. What's best is their 2 course set menu is available for only £9.95 with classics such as their signature fish pie and succulent steak frites.

From light lunches and afternoon teas to à la carte dining in the evening, we can assure you e Print Room serves superb food and drink in truly lavish surroundings.

We are extremely happy to welcome their new general manager; Simon Scarborough, who has clued us up on his new G and Tea menu. He first gave us the facts - gin aids weight loss, it helps cure arthritis and it strengthens your bones. For £15.95 enjoy delights and goodies such as home-made cakes, finger sandwiches, "eat me, treat me" desserts and traditional scones with lashings of cream and jam. Of course all washed down with a Hendricks or Bloom G and T. e only question is 'which one?'

We all know that comedy has become hugely popular and on ursday 12th September from 6.30pm; dine, drink,

watch and laugh as 3 top stand-up comedians and one of the best MCs on the circuit entertain you. eir line up includes: Geoff Norcott, Matt Green, Sy omas and MC Geoff Whiting. At just £35 per person including snacks and a two course meal it's no laughing matter.

If you like their page on Facebook there's a chance to win tickets. Just visit www.facebook.com/pages/the-print-roo m-|-bournemouth. One warning - It's strictly 18+ eir Burlesque night is one that certainly needs to go in your diaries, a night of high class glamour, decadent vintage cuisine, live swing and jazz, and, of course knowing e Print Room the most beautiful provocative dancers you've ever seen. A totally unique evening that we are sure you need to attend. It's on Saturday 26th October and is charged at £45 per person including a 3 course gourmet menu with Champagne on arrival.

As well as being the town centre hub for dining and drinking the venue is perfect for events all year round and it is

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screaming weddings. Offering anything from a buffet, oyster bar to an 8 course meal for up to 400 guests, the most glamorous of venues comes complete with two function suites, two licensed bars, a private dining room, PA system, cinema style screening facilities and a dedicated wedding planner. eir talented cocktail mixologists and chefs are always prepared to go that extra mile and can design signature creations to make your special day like no other.

On to the dreaded word... Christmas; at Christmas, we know e Print Room becomes more magical than ever. A stunning 18ft Christmas trees takes pride of place next to the velvet sofas creating a luxurious setting and memorable atmosphere. Join them for an exquisite festive menu, spectacular cocktails and a premium wine list all showcasing their award-winning team at the very peak of their powers. Prices start at £23.50 and if you book before Saturday 31st August take 10% off that too. We know where we will be having our Christmas party...

One last thing; Simon would like to

personally invite you down to e Print Room's infamous Zinc Bar for drinks. It's the perfect way to unwind after a days work. He'd love to meet you and hear your feedback on how to make one of the best venues in Dorset even better. Give him a ring to arrange on 07801571357.

Find e Print Room on Albert Road just off Richmond Hill, Bournemouth.

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CROWDS OUTSIDE THE PAVILION AUGUST 1963

BEATLES ON ROYAL COURT HOTEL BALCONY

BEATLES PROGRAMME BOURNEMOUTH AUGUST 1963

BEATLES MONTHLY

AUGUST 1963: BOURNEMOUTH BEATLEMANIA

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: a completely unexpected high-voltage jolt struck the apparently ‘stopped clock’ of youth culture. Looking outwards from Bournemouth – or indeed almost anywhere in England – the changes in style, music, fashion, politics and humour were displayed in a fast moving panorama. And at the heart of it all of course: Beatlemania.

August 1963: the Beatles are spending 6 days in Bournemouth. Fifty feet in front of me, Paul McCartney began another song introduction. is penultimate song of the evening was about to deliver a few moments of incandescent, shimmering pop excitement. He’d got as far as “Now we’d like to do a new song – it’s released on Friday”, when John Lennon, not for the first time, interrupted via his own mic with an instruction for the group’s spellbound, jumping and screaming audience: “Buy a copy!” With a quick nod of agreement McCartney continued: “It’s called ‘She Loves You’”. Slight pause, glance at nearby George Harrison; a silent 1-2-3: She loves you, yeah, yeah, yeah.

One of the first ever performances of the world changing ‘She Loves You’ was underway. Bournemouth didn’t need to be told to buy the single, nor the rest of the country: a few days later it entered the NME Top 30 Chart at No.1.

With a cascade of yeah, yeah, yeahs, it lit the blue touch paper for planet-wide Beatlemania. Perhaps even now the greatest of pure pop songs ever recorded. Before the year ended it had become Great Britain’s biggest selling record ever.

By now the entire Gaumont eatre seemed to shake & shimmy, as the predominantly female fans erupted once more with a crescendo of shrieking enthusiasm, at the sight of four live Beatles.

With moptops only inches apart, sharing a single mic, Paul and George delivered a frenzied, head shaking, Little Richard inspired, cathartic ooooh! Immediately taking up the exhilarating title refrain, again in tandem, with a few feet to their left, the visually balancing

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stationary John, with his Cuban-heeled Beatle boots, firmly planted in his already established stance.

Finally ‘Twist and Shout’s instantly creating joie de vivre, thanks to John Lennon’s semi-shouted exaltation to ‘Come on baby now!’ and it’s over. e Beatles have finished with their trademark, Brian Epstein inspired, choreographed bow, and left the stage. So that’s it – almost.

Turning to my friend I said, “I don’t recognise that small, black guitar John Lennon’s playing – any idea who makes it?” As we stood, confronting a now deserted stage, not wanting the chemistry of the moment to evaporate just yet, I only half expected Al could provide the answer. After all I did know (or thought I knew) a fair amount about the Fenders, Gibsons, Gretschs, Guilds and Hofners etc. that the guitar world had to offer, but I’d never seen a guitar like Lennon’s. Although within a year, thanks to the Beatles, its manufacturer would become widely known – at that time probably the only person in Bournemouth who could have identified it was standing next to me. “I think it’s a Rickenbacker,” Al correctly replied.

I haven’t a clue what prompted me to say “Wouldn’t it be great if we could get to talk with him about it?” Perhaps I just didn’t want to let go of that elevated ‘feeling’. Al gave me a quizzical look. “How?” he enquired. “Just how are we going to do that?” A completely sane response, coupled with a hint of curiosity.

It would be impressive to be able to state now, that in the mode of Blackadder’s Baldrick, I ‘had a cunning plan’ – but I didn’t. Instead he heard me suggest a piece of left-field fiction: tell the theatre manager that Al and I had travelled down from London with Rickenbacker Guitars’ related business to conduct with the Beatles, and couldn’t get access for our appointment due obviously to the manic teenage hordes currently laying siege to the Gaumont!

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LOCAL histOry way to the door. With Al standing just behind me, prudently positioned close to the door, for what might easily have been a quickly required (embarrassing) exit, I continued my act with an air of manufactured confidence. I half turned, with a slight wave of my hand indicating Al, and said “is is my colleague, Mr. Stewart, we’ve come down from London this evening to meet with the Beatles’ management on Rickenbacker guitar related business and we can’t make our appointment due to this crowd chaos. What do you suggest?”

Looking a couple of years older than my 16 years and wearing a two piece Italian style pale grey suit, pale blue button-down shirt and slim wool-knit dark tie, my appearance and demeanour were not at odds with the contemporary, increasingly populated by young guys, music biz. In other words the fantasy I had just presented was far from implausible.

A second or two elapsed, then without revealing a scintilla of doubt in his voice, he asked “And your name is?” I answered “Kremer, Jon Kremer.” en with an efficient movement he reached for what looked like a telephone, but was probably an intercom, and called the stage door.

“A Mr.” pausing to look at me -“Kremer” I repeated, “and Stewart” – he continued “A Mr. Kremer and a Mr. Stewart are coming round, let them in.”

Moments later, following a few brief words encompassing “anks” and mutual agreement regarding this amazing Bournemouth crowd; Al and I found ourselves in the midst of said Westover Road crowd. We politely, but insistently, pushed through the other teenagers thronging the alleyway that led to the stage door.

As the stage door closed, with us on the right side of it, the outside clamour subsided to be replaced with quieter, but still hectic sounds and action. en ‘Problem No.2’ loomed large. Although backstage we unfortunately weren’t from Rickenbacker, did not possess an ‘appointment’, and now needed Plan B. Round a corner or two, not far from our entrance point I spotted one of principal supporting act Billy J. Kramer’s backing group, the Dakotas.

“Which way to the Beatles’ dressing room?” I optimistically enquired.

“Oh – follow me”.

At the end of a short corridor a fairly unprepossessing door awaited us. Up to this moment Al and I had been exchanging hurried, laughed words, as this slightly bizarre set of circumstances had unfolded. Now what? Like a stretched elastic band snapping back into shape, we decided the best move would be to become ourselves once again. Two young guitar enthusiasts, involved with local groups, KO’d by the Beatles, and curious to know more about Lennon’s guitar.

So with only an unguarded door between us and the Beatles I knocked on it. As I was about to try again, it opened. Confronting us was not the half expected Beatle, but Neil Aspinall. e group’s old friend and road manager: one day to become the Managing Director of Apple Corps.

“Yes?” his straight to the point question. He was told of our part of the local group scene and very keen to meet John Lennon and our arcane desire for more knowledge about all things Rickenbacker. “Wait here” was the non-committal response. So we did. e next time the door opened a voice I’d last heard inciting everyone to ‘Twist and Shout’, said “You want to talk to me?” Before I could reply, John Lennon continued “I can’t ask you in,” nodding in the direction of their dressing room, “it’s a bit busy in there.” Well that seemed quite reasonable to me – in fact at that moment almost anything would! e three of us than began to chat in the corridor. Al and I trying to be relaxed and cool, without revealing the huge effort this took to achieve. Beatle John stood opposite: cool, calm and collected; almost laconic.

“Would you like to see my guitar, the Rickenbacker?” Accompanied by a half apologetic, half matter of fact, “e dressing room’s too busy; I’ll go and get it.”

Slightly stunned by this development, we let the moment freeze-frame us into a couple of Madame Tussauds’ statues until his return, Rickenbacker in hand. en without a hint of concern hands it to me! Well, well, well. From not knowing its maker’s name less than an hour ago, I am now holding what was to become one of the most iconic guitars of the 20th century.

“Oh, great, thank you. Er, can I try it?”

“Yeh, sure.”

It seemed the obvious way to proceed. Slight snag: the owner of this particular musical instrument believed me to be a guitarist with a local

group, but this had been short circuited by my lack of talent. With Al and Beatle John watching I then had to confront this flashpoint consequence, of my ‘Must meet the Beatles’ bravado.

Adopting a flamingo-like stance, balancing the black Rickenbacker on one knee, I strummed a few chords employing the length of this small guitar’s neck and deeply cut-away body; followed by a sub Duane Eddy ‘Shazam’ riff.

“Great action. Such a short scale neck” “Yes,” he agreed.

I’d got away with it! Played proficiently enough not to reveal my potentially embarrassing limitations and casually spoken words that guitar players the world over would employ.

With an understandable sense of contained exhilaration and relief, I passed it over to Al. After all here was a genuine musician with the ability to provide substance to our ‘We’re in groups too’ line. As Lennon gazed quietly, my friend played a slightly longer, and fortunately altogether more competent précis of his own skills. Al also commented to J.L. on the guitar’s attractions and three quarter size characteristics.

“Got to go – on again soon,” John informed us as he recovered his guitar. “Yes, of course. ank you.”

He returned to the dressing room and we gradually retraced our dazed steps back into the ‘real world’.

As we made our way through the crowds still thronging Bournemouth’s streets that warm summer’s evening, Al and I would have been amazed to know that as the future unfolded the Beatles’ fame would increase exponentially as they sailed on into the history books. at Al would become a platinum-selling, singer-songwriter, with Year of the Cat a world-wide smash. And my ‘Let’s find a way to talk with John Lennon’ initiative would move from being a private, personal memory, to being known as ‘e Men from Rickenbacker’ story: to be retold over the next few decades in books, magazines, newspapers, radio broadcasts, tour programmes and live concerts.

Jon Kremer Extracts from Bournemouth a Go! Go! THE BEATLES & BOURNEMOUTH EXHIBITION To mark the 50th anniversary of e Beatles’ first shows in Bournemouth, on 19th August 1963 when they opened a six-day residency at the Gaumont (now the Odeon) cinema on Westover Road, a new exhibition celebrating their many connections to the town is to open at the Beacon Hotel, Beacon Road, Bournemouth on 15th August 2013. e Beatles played more shows at the Gaumont than in any other UK theatre outside London, notching up no less than 16 shows between August 1963 and their final visit on 2 October 1964. e exhibition includes dozens of photos of e Beatles in Bournemouth, as well as posters, handbills, reviews and programmes from the group’s four visits to the town. ere are various other photos from Robert Freeman’s photo shoot of the boys at the Palace Court Hotel on Westover Road that produced the iconic half-shadow sleeve shot for their second album, With e Beatles.

Also at the Beacon Hotel you can find the main venue sign, a section of stage and some seats from the historic Winter Gardens theatre where e Beatles played on 16 November 1963 and were filmed for US television – the first footage America was to see of the Fab Four.

Much interest is bound to fall on the remarkable photo of John Lennon with his young son Julian and his Aunt Mimi at Sandbanks Ferry, just yards from the harbourside bungalow he bought for Mimi in 1965 and where he visited her many times before he left these shores for good in 1971. e exhibition tells an incredible story of how a small resort on the south coast of England came to play a significant part in the history of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll group of them all.

In conjunction with the exhibition there is a new restaurant opening at the Beacon Hotel in August. e Bournemouth Rock Café uses Harry Taylor’s iconic ‘Stick of Rock’ photo as part of its logo and will be serving gourmet burgers and a full menu in rooms that are adorned with Bournemouth music memorabilia from all eras and genres.

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AN ANGLO SAXON GRAVESTONE DATING FROM THE TIME OF ALFRED THE GREAT HAS BEEN SOLD AT AUCTION IN DORSET

FOR £4,300.

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he 9th Century artefact was discovered under some cardboard in the garage of a house in Guildford, Surrey.

Engraved with a Celtic cross, the 81cm-high (32in) stone was sold to a private company in London.

A spokesperson for Duke's Auctioneers, of Dorchester, said: "putting a price on it was difficult as it is extremely unusual".

'DANELAW COUNTRY' e stone was originally found during road construction in the early 20th Century at Little Eaton, Derbyshire.

It appeared at auction, where it was bought by the present owner who had "almost forgotten about it", according to Duke's.

Experts from Buxton Museum, in Derbyshire, have confirmed the grave marker dates from the 9th Century. e spokesperson at the saleroom said: "is grave marker actually comes from an area of the country known as the Danelaw because it was under the influence of the Danes, and their laws held sway. "e area [which covered northern and eastern England] was defined in a treaty following the defeat of the Danish warlord, Guthrum, in a battle with King Alfred at Edington in AD878."

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'KING ALFRED' REMAINS IN WINCHESTER TO BE EXAMINED

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ing Alfred, who died in 899, is the only English monarch known as "e Great" Permission has been granted to see if remains from an unmarked grave are those of King Alfred the Great. e remains at St Bartholomew's Church, Winchester, were exhumed amid security fears after publicity surrounding the discovery of Richard III's remains. e local Hyde900 group has been successful in its application and will start scientific tests shortly. e chancellor of the Diocese of Winchester gave permission after a consultation.

He has granted the group a licence - known as a faculty to start examining the remains.

In a statement, the diocese said: "is decision has been made independently of the Diocese of Winchester and takes into account the views of a number of statutory consultative bodies, such as the Church Buildings Council.

"Hyde900 will now have the responsibility to manage any scientific investigations, complying fully with any conditions set out by the chancellor."

King Alfred the Great His remains are known to have been moved several times since he was buried in Winchester's old minster in 899 AD. ey were moved in 904 to a new church to be alongside his wife and children, before being moved again to Hyde Abbey in 1110. e abbey was destroyed during the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 and studies indicate the tomb was robbed.

It is believed some bones were put on display in the 19th Century before being buried at St Bartholomew Church. e Hyde900 community group was set up to celebrate the 900th anniversary in 2010 of the foundation of Hyde Abbey, the burial place of King Alfred.

Rosemary Burns, executive committee member, said the group was working with a number of experts who were "ready to go" but said she could not reveal more details because of a confidentiality agreement.

She said it was likely invasive samples would be taken for carbon dating as well as isotope and oxygen analysis which could show where the person was born, brought up and even what that person ate.

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WAVE 105 PARTNERS WITH BOURNEMOUTH AIR FESTIVAL FOR SECOND YEAR

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ack by popular demand, Wave 105 is proud to announce it is the official commercial radio partner for the Bournemouth Air Festival (August 29 – Sept 1) for the second year running. e UK’s largest free aviation event, the Bournemouth Air Festival, boasts more than 40 hours of thrilling air displays, including breath-taking aerial acrobatics and spectacular dusk flying demonstrations to light up the twilight skies. e South’s leading radio station will be broadcasting live from Bournemouth beach on ursday August 29 until Saturday August 31, covering all of the action, news, travel and weather on air, online and streaming it live through Wave TV at www.wave105.com.

Sponsored by Corona, Wave 105 is also the official radio partner for Night Air at the Piers. e finishing touches are being put to an evening programme, which promises to be another star-filled line-up of entertainment over two nights at both Boscombe and Bournemouth piers. Wave 105 will once again be hosting the Boscombe stage, so listen out next week for the big announcements of the big names in music that will be serenading Boscombe beach this festival.

Wave 105 will also be hosting the ‘AirZone’ – an interactive, ‘crystal maze’ style game where contestants pit their wits to win prizes. e station will be bringing along its festival partner, a vintage, routemaster bus, which has been transformed into a mobile English pub. e Hop On Inn will be parked up on the beach to keep revellers fed and watered over the long weekend.

Jon Brooks, Commercial Director of Wave 105, said: “As one of the biggest events on the south coast’s calendar, we are delighted to be partnering with the Bournemouth Air Festival once again. is year’s spectacle is gearing up to be even more exciting and well attended than before and we are looking forward to adding to the anticipation with our big announcements next week.

So stay tuned to find out what acts we have in store to make this year’s Night Air programme better than ever.”

With 1.5 miles of county show trading stalls between Boscombe and Bournemouth Piers, the Royal Navy and RAF interactive military villages, the Royal Marine beach assaults and not forgetting the evening entertainment in the lower gardens, the festival offers something for everyone to enjoy. To guarantee uninterrupted views of the displays, hospitality packages are available for VIP lunch on the beach.

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DAZE SAY HELLO TO HIGH SUMMER WITH THE FRESHEST WAYS TO MARK THE SUNSHINE SEASON. LISA HAYNES REVEALS THE INSTANT WAYS TO BRIGHTEN UP YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE. LIGHTEN UP With a natural golden glow (safely achieved with SPF protection, of course), it's likely you won't need full coverage when it comes to foundation in high summer.

Swap heavy formulations and cakey powder for a lighter tinted moisturiser, BB cream, or this year's new wave of CC creams, which will even out your complexion and protect your face with a built-in SPF. To add colour to cheeks, stains and gels are practical for summer - they won't budge in the heat and also double up as lip colour. "is season, I've been working a lot with what I call 'acqua colour'," says Estee Lauder's creative make-up director Tom Pecheux. "It's a gentle, watery look with just a touch of bright, vibrant colour."

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f It feels like your skin has been in long-term hibernation, kick-start your summer through your make-up bag.

Whether you're home or abroad, put your staple cosmetics on vacation and indulge in brighter products, bronzing wonders, and lighter formulations during the sunshine season.

Achieve the hottest look with our shortcuts to a summer glow.

BRIGHT BEAUTY Combined with dewy skin, a bright eye or lip is the equivalent of a statement summer accessory.

If you're usually attached to your big sunglasses, work an eye-popping pout. Even classic red lip aficionados can really amp up the tone for summer.

Bright pinks will pop on olive skins, corals look amazing on darker skin tones, and a bright tomato red will flatter a pale complexion.

If you prefer to play on your eyes, pick your favourite rainbow bright and apply an intense liner.

"Eyeshadow pencils are the way forward when it comes to creating bold, colourful looks with minimal effort," says Mel Arter, Max Factor make-up artist.

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DIVE IN If you prefer to keep your make-up low-key, add some colour to your talons with a mermaid-inspired mani.

Take the plunge with azure blues and emerald greens for nails that look like they've been dipped into a tropical sea.

"A mermaid manicure is easy to achieve using a mix of oceanic colours - try a basecoat of green and then a second coat of blue," suggests Jessica Hoffman, Sally Hansen UK nail ambassador.

Intensify the marine look with some sparkle. Paint your nails with an intense blue or green base coat and then add a sparkling top coat of Sally Hansen Mermaid's Tale (£6.99) or Nails Inc Bling It On Emerald (£18).

Not only will they make your nails look jewel encrusted, the glitter coat will make your nails more hard-wearing for trips to the actual beach. Eat your heart out, Ariel.

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BRONZED BABE You don't need to sit in the deckchair for hours to achieve a golden glow. ere are easier ways to do sun-kissed in seconds with natural-look bronzing products.

"I love the bronzed look because it instantly makes you look healthier and more rested," says make-up artist Bobbi Brown.

Look to bronzing gel or liquid formulations for light, even coverage on both the face and/or the body. You can use before or after your foundation to give your skin a sun-kissed sheen.

If you prefer a powder bronzer, apply with a brush in downward motions in areas where the sun would naturally hit your face.

SUMMER SPRITZ Find a scent that will be reminiscent of summer long after you've packed away the bikinis and flip-flops.

Switch heavier eau de parfums or colognes for an exotic eau de toilette and walk into the vapours for an all-over fragrance that lingers on body and clothes.

Hydrating mists are also instantly refreshing on a hot summer's day, for face or tired legs and feet.

"Carrying a small water misting spray is a great way to pep-up dehydrated, tired skin during the summer," recommends consultant plastic and cosmetic surgeon, Paul Banwell.

Don't leave your hair out of the spritzing action, especially if it's coloured. Keep your locks protected with an SPF spray for hair containing UV filters to guard your tresses from the rays.

Models Own Eyelash Curler, £6 (www.modelsownit.com) With its large pink padded handles, it's easy to steady your hand and get a good grip with these curlers. My usually straight lashes instantly looked curled and longer.

4/5 Shu Uemura 24k Gold Eyelash Curler, £20 (www.shuuemura.co.uk) It's almost a shame to hide these sleek gold curlers in your make-up bag. ey make my mascara's job easier with an amazing curl that lasts all day long.

5/5 BUY IT NOW Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ is, well, a little different. e bestselling moisturiser has been reformulated to deliver double the moisturisation levels. New dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ is available at www.clinique.co.uk and Clinique counters nationwide, from £17 n

TRIED & TESTED Kick start your flutter potential with an eyelash curler. Our testers try three eye openers: e Body Shop Eye Lash Curler, £5 (www.thebodyshop.co.uk) I found these lash curlers easy to use, allowing me to get in close to my eyelids for maximum curl. It also comes with changeable rubber cushions for when one gets worn out.

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CHARGE OF THE BRIGHT BRIGADE WORK YOUR FAVOURITE VIBRANT SHADE VIA YOUR WARDROBE. LISA HAYNES REVEALS HOW TO WEAR BLOCK COLOUR.

BY LISA HAYNES

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f monochrome's for minimalists and busy prints for maximalists, then bright colours are the happy medium.

Stick to simple silhouettes and clean lines and and your chosen shade can create a big impact with very little styling effort.

No matter what the weather forecast, bright colours instantly inject a burst of sunshine into your wardrobe.

And with the trend for colour blocking set to continue from summer through to autumn, stick to bold, primary shades for a look that won't date.

Wean yourself off black and get creative with colour.

HEAD-TO-TOE TINT Turn up the colour volume by working separates in the same hue for matchy-matchy chic. Sticking to one key colour has styling benefits if you're lacking in height or want to shave off a few pounds.

"Wearing the same colour top-to-toe will elongate the body and make it look slimmer," explains Veronique Henderson, Colour Me Beautiful creative director.

Bright suiting is the easiest way to work the cohesive colour look, whether it's trousers, skirt or shorts. Try a power red or dazzling cobalt blue.

If you're wearing a bright dress, create double the impact by matching your accessories in a similar shade.

COLOUR COCKTAIL If one bright colour just isn't enough, then experiment with the clashing effects of multiple bold blocks.

"If you are tall and have a column body shape, you're better off 'breaking' up the body with two or three colours," Henderson advises.

"Two colours work well to balance out rectangular or apple body shapes but just make sure the 'break' doesn't happen at the widest point of your body."

Orange and pink make for a stunning summer combo, while red and blue are a good autumnal tag team.

If you're lacking in clashing creativity, cheat! Let the high street do the hard work for you with clothes and accessories that are pre-colour blocked.

SUBTLE SHADE Head-turning colour isn't for everyone, but there are still ways to venture into rainbow territory without requiring sunglasses to shield your eyes.

Team a bold separate with neutral colours like beige, black or white to instantly tone down the brightness and make it feel more wearable.

If colour still feels like a scary prospect, add accent accessories to the mix - a bright bag, shoes or scarf will work uplifting wonders on a bland, colour-free outfit.

Once you start wearing colour, you can build up until you reach your comfort zone with bold clothing. If you're attempting to cover up your crayon brights with a huge overcoat, you've probably gone too far.

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RAINBOW STYLING Pick the right palette for you. Colour Me Beautiful's Veronique Henderson guides you through the colour maze: Code red Everyone can wear red but getting the right undertone is crucial - is it warm (yellow-based) or cool (blue-based)? It's a great colour to wear at the end of the week when your energy levels may be flagging.

Go green Again here, you will have cool greens and warm greens - if in doubt, stick to to teals and turquoises that are colours that suit everyone. Wearing green conveys a sense of calm and reassurance.

True blue A medium shade of blue, such as sapphire, is a great colour to brighten up your wardrobe throughout the year. Blue conveys trust, peace and order.

Sunshine yellow Perfect for zesting up your wardrobe but citrus shades are essentially suited to warm skin tones. Wearing yellow is an instant shortcut to make you feel summery and renewed.

Punchy pink A great colour to wear when you are feeling a little off-colour, as it gives a flattering lift to any complexion. Wearing pink brings out femininity and suggests gentleness and empathy.

Eye-popping purple Purple is known as a 'universal colour', that is a colour that suits all, however the fabric will affect the colour. A silk or velvet will show purple in all its brilliance, whilst a linen or wool will tone it down.

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THE GOOD LIFE Advice comes at us from everyone - our parents, our teachers, our bosses, the Government. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming.

But sometimes, it can change your life. Here, 10 celebrities reveal the words of wisdom they'll always treasure.

BY GABRIELLE FAGAN KONNIE HUQ, 38, TV PRESENTER: "'Always try to help other people' - I really believe in that.

"I was taught as a child that we're all unique with something special to offer, so it can never hurt to help someone - who knows, they might do the same for you one day!"

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KATE GARRAWAY, 46, TV PRESENTER: ""When I first started out in my career in television an editor said to me: 'You don't have to be in a hurry because it's actually a long life.'

"It was very wise because we all get so stressed and rush around all the time, desperate to reach goals or fulfil our dreams by a certain time. But that's often pointless, because most things work out their own way in the end, regardless of all that worry and angst. It's far better to enjoy each day and

Kate is helping launch Sainsbury's Bumper Book of Summer, with boredom-busting ideas that won't blow the budget, £5, in store or online at www.boredombustingideas.co.uk

AMANDA LAMB, 41, TV PRESENTER: "Someone once told me 'Never have regrets', and I think that's so sound. Regrets and dwelling on the past serves no positive purpose and just wastes time and emotional energy. When my children are older my advice to them will be 'Always look forward rather than back - you can't change the past'."

BEN FOGLE, 39, ADVENTURER AND TV PRESENTER: "There's one piece of advice I live by which is 'Add life to your days not days to your life'.

I've always tried to do that."

NATASHA HAMILTON, 31, ACTRESS AND SINGER: "Cherish every moment because you never know what is around the corner. I've learnt that you should always live life to the full and just be grateful for everything that you

then you're far less likely to overlook opportunities."

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have - your family and your health - those are the true cornerstones of life."

Natasha supports Don't Go Cold Turkey, oering free expert support for people trying to quit smoking.

Visit www.dgct.co.uk or call 0800 00 22 55 LULU, 64, SINGER: "My father told me 'Never forget, the least common thing in the world is common sense'. It's helped me realise that people don't always react in the way you think, the way they should, or the way you want them to. It's really helped me deal with the ups and downs of life."

KARA TOINTON, 29, ACTRESS: "'Treat others how you would like to be treated' - that is truly the best advice I ever received. Following that has never failed me. I aim to always be able to walk away and think 'I behaved well'."

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HAYDEN PANETTIERE, 23, ACTRESS: "This world can be so judgmental and so harsh and I love the wise saying, 'Beauty is an opinion not a fact'.

"In other words, there's always someone in this world with something negative to say, but bear in mind that you don't have to accept everyone's values or judgements. Trust your own instincts."

SALLY GUNNELL, 47, BRITISH FORMER OLYMPIC HURDLES CHAMPION AND TV PRESENTER: "Being told to 'Ignore the negative voice in your head' is the best advice I was given. Everyone has that voice that pulls them down and convinces them that they can't succeed and generally gives them a hard time. Once I learnt to block that voice out, I went on to win gold at the Olympics.

"There are always situations in life where the inner 'voice' will try undermine you or make you doubt yourself. Once you can put it in its place and visualise yourself achieving what you want, you're pretty well unbeatable in any walk of life."

GEMMA COLLINS, 32, STAR OF REALITY ITV SHOW, TOWIE "My mum told me to remember 'It's not where you're from, it's where you're going that's important'.

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In other words, it's about walking into a room like you own it, with your head held high and exuding confidence, no matter how nervous or daunted you feel inside. It's got me through some tough and challenging situations."

TRIED & TESTED A year on from the London 2012 Olympic Games, Lisa Haynes attempts to recapture the sporting spirit by testing a new Athletic Fitness Team Workout.

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WHAT IS IT? e Athletic Fitness workout, offered at Fitness First gyms, takes inspiration from the training methods used by professional athletes. It is a swift, intense group session. e class combines speed, endurance and power with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) - a form of exercise which aims to improve athletic capacity and to speed up the body's ability to burn fat. ere's a choice of a 20-minute express workout or a full 40-minute session.

WHAT'S IT LIKE? I've always been conscientious about going to the gym - until a summer holiday followed by a heatwave managed to relegate my fitness regime to the back burner.

It seems I'm not alone in falling off the fitness shelf as, according to a recent Healthy Survey for England, only 59% of adults hit the Government target of at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week (or 75 minutes of vigorous activity).

Fitness First's Athletic Fitness workout launched on the first anniversary of the London Olympics and takes inspiration from the skills, agility and drive of our home grown stars like Jessica Ennis, Mo Farah, and Louis Smith.

Two classes are on offer - a short but intense class you can use as an in-and-out lunchtime workout, or a longer 40-minute burn.

Definitely prepare to stretch, squat and sweat like never before at this class. With a trainer, I'm put through my paces with Sumo bounce squats and rotating lunges that incorporate the HIIT method of working at maximum effort for intermittent periods. ankfully the moves are separated by low intensity 'breathers' like jogging or star jumps.

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e workout contains the elements a professional athlete might incorporate into their training routine - warm-up, endurance, competition, speed, power and cool-down.

Simple moves are cleverly used to work you harder, like lunges in diagonal directions, press-ups with rotating motions and shuttle runs going backwards or sideways to challenge the body with different planes of movement.

A competition section could appease your inner Usain Bolt and help you improve performance times, as you repeat the same routines to see if you can beat your previous tally.

In less than 30 minutes I was feeling the demands of this workout and it seemed far more effective than my usual hour slogging away on a low-intensity gym workout.

For the next couple of days I felt the burn in little used muscles which had been revived (ouch!). As the moves are simple, I can even repeat them in my living room. is is a 'go for gold' workout I'm definitely going to follow.

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BACK TO SCHOOL WITHOUT THE FUSS AT BELLE ENFANTS!

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t Belle Enfants in Ringwood they think summer holidays should be just that – a great break from all the routines and demands that term-time brings! ey also understand that there are some jobs that just have to be done to be ready in time for the first day of the new school year – which is why they’ve done all they can to try and make these ‘getting ready for school’ chores as easy as possible for you and your children.

Amongst other things - one of the biggest headaches can be getting your child’s school footwear as designated by the ‘uniform list’! Well at Belle Enfants you can get all you need under one roof they have:l Professionally trained and qualified shoe fitters l Fittings by appointment (5th Aug – 18th Aug) l Loyalty scheme (to help stretch the budget!) l Well known and trusted, quality shoe brands l Width fittings and shoes for even the hardest to fit feet! l School shoes, school trainers, plimsolls & wellies l Fair queue management l Colouring competitions for the kids l Easy to use shoe care products. l Boot bags But that’s not all they also have a number of the other essentials you’re going to need for the new term: l Coats l Pencils & pencil cases l School hair accessories l Lunch bags and boxes l Rewards charts and more!

All this under one friendly, family run for families roof!

Before you go ‘Back to School’ make sure you visit Belle Enfants at e Furlong shopping centre in Ringwood.

Exclusive reader offer: ey are a member of the “Society of Shoefitters”.

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reasured photos and fabrics can easily and affordably be transformed into striking wallcoverings which tell a story about your life and style, says Abi Jackson.

Choosing wallpaper was once a case of flicking through samples, or browsing row after row of patterned rolls in a homeware or DIY store.

With wallpaper enjoying a revival, the choice of classic or new designs is certainly vast but there's another option that could make your walls special - choosing your own images to create unique papers.

It's affordable and easy because one of the most notable wallpaper trends right now is for bespoke designs, with companies using cutting-edge technology to create high-quality wallpaper based on a picture or item you've fallen in love with, a compilation of beloved family photos or just one striking holiday snap for a mural.

What better use for those beautiful photos which in most cases never graduate to an album and instead spend an eternity stored on a computer or mobile?

"Having your photos made into wallpaper is an innovative and lovely way of using them," says Victoria Wayland-Smith of Life On A Wall, which turns photo collections into collage-style wallpaper.

A choice of three design formats (classic, random and grid) are currently available, starting from £80 per square metre.

Creating the paper takes around two to three weeks. Customers simply submit their hi-res photos via the website, and will be sent a proof of the design to approve before it's printed.

"People are taking more photos than they used to and my job is organising people's photographs for them - primarily into photo-books. e wallpaper concept was a natural extension of this," says Wayland-Smith.

"Photographs are so precious and evoke so special many memories that people are looking at different ways to get them off of their computer and display them, and digital printing gives us so many more opportunities and flexibility than we've had in the past."

Swedish company Photowall also produces unique wallpaper and wall murals. Customers can either upload their own image to the site, or choose from the website's catalogue, which includes iconic skylines, tropical paradise scenes, maps and much more.

Prices vary from £26 to £37 per square metre, and completed wallpaper will usually be shipped to the customer within a week of their order being placed. "e interest in interior design is steadily growing bigger, and so is the desire to have a unique and personal home," says Ida Gustafsson, marketing spokesperson at Photowall.

"We have always wanted to frame our favourite pictures from holidays or of family and pets, and now we can take it a step further and cover a whole wall."

Travel and holiday snaps are among the most popular photos customers choose to have transformed, as well as treasured photos of their children and family.

Creatively Different takes the service a step further. As well as

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bespoke wall coverings, clients can have a matching design printed onto blinds.

Again, homeowners can select a design from the company's catalogue, submit their own images, or request a unique design be created for them.

Price per paper roll is around £52.80 for customers' own images, and around £66 when catalogue designs are used.

Bespoke wallpaper isn't all about the modern age of digital photography, though. In fact, for some it's an opportunity to revisit bygone eras.

UK design and print specialist Space Innovation offers a range of bespoke print and wallpaper/murals services, which includes bringing vintage designs back to life. is could be a vintage wallpaper design no longer in production, or the cover of a book, or even the print on a fabric - the possibilities are endless. "'Vintage Jigsaw' and 'Favourite Frock' were both bespoke commissions from a client's own vintage collection," says the company's Georges Icke.

"For 'Kids' Bathroom', the client bought a roll of 1950s discontinued wallpaper from a flea market in New York which we digitally reproduced and tidied up before printing five rolls for her own use."

It also has access to a fabric archive from Warner Fabrics which it can use to create wallcoverings ranging from space odysseys with rockets to classic toile de jouy.

Costing from £60 per roll for repeating patterns, and £30 per square metre for print-to-fit single images, the whole process takes around 15-20 working days, and customers can submit requests and specifications entirely online.

Being digital design experts, Space Innovation can work with a wide range of design 'sources', and spruce up worn and faded images if required.

"Our wallpaper is 'paste-the-wall' quality, making for quick, easy and clean installation by any competent DIY-er or decorator," says Icke.

"As the market becomes increasingly digital-savvy and people are looking for something individual and unique, so the inquiries we receive become more creatively varied and interesting. "ese have included vintage book covers and pages, blueprints and sporting memorabilia."

Another supplier, Mr Perswall, has a Nostalgia collection designed to trigger memories as well as a pop design range featuring 20th century style icons including Bridget Bardot, Sean Connery, Bob Dylan and Jackie Onassis.

Alternatively, the company can transform old letters, beautiful lace, favourite record sleeves, photos or children's drawings into a memorable wall covering.

It costs from £27 a square metre for paper that you've designed with a motif of your own. e company charges extra to scan in a motif. It can also create customised patterns.

If you're looking for inspiration for designs, prints or quirky ideas, a new book, Wallpaper: A Collection of Modern Prints by Charlotte Abrahams (Quadrille, £14.99, available September 12) is bursting with them. It features reproductions of more than 150 papers by established designers and new talents.

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ur sweltering July probably prompted many gardeners to reach for the hosepipe. In fact, according to e Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), less than 3% of the annual water consumption of an average household is estimated to be from garden use, but at peak demand times as much as 70% of water supplied may be used in gardens. is doesn't have to be the case though. Rainwater collected in water butts, waste water from the kitchen and grey water from the bathroom can all be used to water plants.

Or, maybe, the ultimate solution is simply to create a garden that doesn't need much watering in the first place. is doesn't mean creating a desert garden devoid of colour.

Dramatic flowerbeds can easily be achieved from plants that have very low moisture and maintenance demands. Many drought-resistant plants naturally form communities of plants which all thrive in the same conditions and come from similar Mediterranean habitats.

At the front of the border you could have dwarf lavender, Sedum spectabile, lamb's ears and ornamental grass such as stipa tenuissima, while middle-sized drought-resistant plants include Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus', Erysimum 'Bowles's Mauve' (wallflower), Russian sage and Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (catmint).

At the back of the border you could use species more than 1.8m tall, including Cotinus coggygria 'Royal Purple', Choisya ternata (Mexican orange blossom) and Trachelospermum jasminoides.

Most drought-tolerant plants will have either aromatic leaves, fleshy and succulent leaves (which store moisture for dry spells), grey leaves, hairy leaves (which shade themselves with their own hairs), long narrow leaves (which are good at shedding heat without water), or spikes (which act as 'fins' to cool the plant). e RHS offers these extra tips to create a more drought-resistant, but still attractive, garden: n Cultivate the soil deeply and dig in large quantities of organic matter to improve soil structure, water retention and water availability for plants. Well-rotted garden compost, mushroom compost, composted bark and well-rotted farmyard manure are all suitable forms of organic matter. Heavy manuring can add nearly a month's worth of water storage capacity to the soil.

Loam-based potting compost doesn't dry out as quickly as peat-free composts. If using peat-free, water-retaining gels might have some benefit. n Apply sufficient fertiliser as plants use water most efficiently where nutrient levels are adequate. But do not apply too much fertiliser to the soil, as this can encourage too much lush growth which can flop in summer, requiring extra watering and becoming frost-damaged in winter. n Choose plants with grey-green or silver leaves as they reflect

the sun's rays, helping to conserve moisture within the plant tissues. n Try to choose plants which suit the site's soil type and aspect.

ey will be more tolerant of varying climatic conditions as well as of pest and disease problems. n Plant things while they are still small. ey will develop much

greater resilience as they adapt to their conditions from a young age. Ideally plant in autumn so they can do some growing before dry weather arrives. n If planting Mediterranean plants, do so in spring when the

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n Before planting, thoroughly soak the plants in their pots in a

bucket of water until the bubbles stop rising to the surface. n oroughly water in all new plants (and keep them watered in

the first season after planting to ensure they establish well). Once established, they will become much more drought tolerant. n After planting, mulch the bed with 5-7.5cm (2-3in) of gravel

or, even better, a layer of compost or straw covered with gravel, to help retain moisture while the plants establish. n You may decide to go without a lawn in your drought-friendly

garden, but if not, you'll be pleased to know that lawns are surprisingly drought tolerant and usually recover well in the autumn rains even if they have been brown and parched most of the summer. Lawn irrigation should rarely be required, if at all, to keep the grass healthy.

For more information, visit www.rhs.org.uk BEST OF THE BUNCH - AGAPANTHUS While we're on the subject of dry conditions, think about featuring some agapanthus in your garden. Producing stems bearing stunning blue or white lollipop flowers, these South African herbaceous perennials give a very welcome burst of colour in midsummer. All have strap-like leaves and generally the deciduous types are the hardier hybrids as opposed to the species, which are evergreen but often tender. ey are regularly offered for sale by colour rather than variety and grow from 60-120cm (24-48in). ose labelled blue or white are usually Agapanthus campanulatus, with large heads of flowers on 90cm stems. ey need a hot, sunny situation to flower and a reasonable amount of moisture during the growing season. ey make excellent single subjects in containers. Use a loam-based compost with added grit in a large terracotta pot and don't repot them too frequently as they produce more flowers when pot-bound. If you're planting them in a border, they combine well with soft yellow, apricot, silver or grey plants. Good varieties include the 'Headbourne Hybrids' as they are among the hardiest.

Recommended named varieties include 'Bressingham Blue'.

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GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT - FREEZING HERBS Soft-leaved plants such as chervil, chives, coriander, dill, fennel, mint and parsley keep well when frozen.

Cut small sprigs from the plants and wash the leaves. Put the herbs in a colander and immerse in salt water for 15-30 minutes to clean them thoroughly. Rinse under running water and shake well. Pat dry with kitchen paper.

Chives should be chopped up before sprinkling on a tray or plate to open freeze, then packed into small cartons. Other herbs can be frozen in freezer bags, removed while still frozen and crunched up, then stored in containers. Crunch them up as quickly as possible, as herbs defrost rapidly.

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THREE WAYS TO... BOOST YOUR LETTUCES 1. Site summer lettuces in light shade. During other seasons they can be planted in an open, sunny spot.

2. As seeds become dormant in hot weather, make summer sowings in the afternoon and cover them with damp newspaper for 24 hours to keep cool.

3. Mulch plants on dry soils to prevent them from bolting too early.

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oasting a mild climate, e Channel Islands are a haven for local produce, rich in natural ingredients from both the sea and the land. Today, the islands still produce an amazing variety of high quality fruit and vegetables with local varieties from grapes and melons to beans and potatoes. Hedge Veg stalls have become an iconic symbol of island life. e small handmade wooden boxes that perch on the island's hedgerows are filled with fruit and veg, flowers and eggs, jams and chutneys, all for sale. is simple, honest way of selling has changed little since it began, with a jam jar or even old milk churns acting as receptacles for buyers to pay for their wares. Hit

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the Islands' more rural roads and it won't be long before you come across one.

As well as the popular Hedge Veg stalls, a number of farmer's markets have sprung up. Far from dying out, many islanders have even gone one step further and are now rearing a smallholding of chickens, goats, pigs and even bees.

It is hard to match the quality of the seafood found around the Bailiwick’s coastline. e often unforgiving waters have been fished for hundreds of years and are home to a staggering variety of seafood. From the white fish of turbot, bass and brill, oily fish like mackerel and some of the best shellfish in the world

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including lobster, chancre, spider crabs, mussels and scallops, the island's sustainable approach to fishing means it is constantly supplied. e Fermain Valley Hotel in Guernsey and Braye Beach Hotel in Alderney pride themselves of sourcing local fish and creating delicious and modern dishes reflected in their diverse menus.

With an abundance of produce quite literally on their doorstep, Chefs are spoilt for choice when it comes to creating delicious and fresh seasonal dishes.

Both Guernsey and Alderney have a vast array of award-winning restaurants and a huge choice of eating styles.

Tuck into fish and chips watching the sunset; watch the world go by from a Parisienne-style café, head to a cosy pub or dress up for a meal out, you will be spoilt for choice.

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APP OF THE MONTH: MOONPIG free on iOS and Androidy With this app on your smartphone you can take snaps of your holidays, upload them and then Moonpig will create a postcard to send home, without the bother of trying to remember the local word for stamp. ey cost from £1.50 n WWW.THEFOWNDRY.COM

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A sturdy spade, it won't let junior constructors down like its many flimsy predecessors. It is also ergonomically near-perfect, so digging with bare feet isn't a worry.

FAMILY FEAST Cadac Cook and Grill 230 www.homesteadcaravans.co.uk is griller stands out from the rest of the pack because it is the most compact gas powered unit you'll find. It'll take up no space in the car boot on the way to the beach, and manages to squeeze on a reversible griddle/fry plate once you're there. e clip-on legs and carry-case make it an even greater all-rounder.

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PLAY TIME Sun Bum Bat and Ball set - £24.99 www.thefowndry.com With a classic bat and ball set in your arsenal, you've got the perfect entertainment for all ages. is high quality set comes complete with a couple of balls, pair of decent wooden bats and a nylon bag to keep them all together. Pick it up and have a quick knock-about, or (for the more competitive amongst you) set some rules and start a tournament.

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blossoming peach tree, a doe-eyed baby peering over her mother's shoulder, an armchair and even a whole roasted pig - I see all sorts of curious cargo being carried on the back of mopeds as my rickshaw ambles through the backstreets of Hanoi, the bustling capital city of Vietnam. is south-east Asian country, which stretches from China to Cambodia, with a snaking coastline lapped by the South China Sea, is home to 88 million people, 35 million mopeds and motorbikes and, more recently, an increasing number of tourists.

Since direct flights from the UK launched more than a year ago, Vietnam has rocketed in popularity with the British market. Great prices (Vietnam was rated the second best value destination in the Post Office Long Haul Report 2012), safe passage (there are very few threats to tourists), and a fascinating culture are attracting more and more visitors. e country is a patchwork of vivid

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green rice fields and vibrant cities, dotted with UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the ancient town of Hoi An and the picturesque Ha Long Bay. With so much to take in, one of the best ways to absorb the sights, sounds and smells of Vietnam is on a whistle-stop escorted tour of the country. In 12 days, I'm able to sample some of the highlights.

I start my journey in Hanoi, a city teeming with activity. Every moment spent exploring the busy streets is an assault on the senses. Tiny mobile food stalls selling sweet-smelling sticky treats are set up wherever the industrious see fit, while customers squat on tiny plastic stools. Barbers snip away in pop-up pavement salons, while vendors wearing traditional conical hats trade their wares from baskets hanging on the ends of a pole like scales balancing on their shoulders.

It's quite a contrast to the peaceful Halong Bay, where we cast off for a relaxing cruise of the tranquil, emerald waters aboard a deluxe junk boat. Decked out in polished dark wood, our vessel

features gorgeous en suite cabins, a restaurant, bar and spa.

Setting sail at lunchtime, we cruise for a few hours through the Bay's iconic limestone karst islands, then downsize to traditional rowing boats. Local women steer our flotilla on a gentle meander through the tiny floating fishing village of Vong Vieng, where villagers reside on pontoons.

Back on our junk, we dine on a seafood supper and even learn how to catch our own squid off the back of the boat.

We drop anchor overnight and awake to see the rocks emerging through the morning mist. ere's even the opportunity to do a Tai Chi class on the sun deck.

We might be tourists but back on land, the 11-hour sleeper train from Hanoi to Hue is a very real Vietnamese experience. We bunk down in basic four-berth cabins while the carriages clunk through the night. It may not be the best train journey I've ever had but it's definitely one I'll never forget!

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travel accompanies us throughout our trip, shows us around the historical sites of Hue, which was the country's capital from 1802 to 1945. Most impressive is the ancient, walled citadel and its imperial Purple Palace, similar in many ways to the Forbidden City in Beijing.

Vietnam is dotted in paddy fields so it comes as no surprise to learn the country is the second biggest exporter of rice after ailand. Our tour group take to two wheels for a gentle bicycle ride through the rice fields, passing grazing water buffalos, to Tra Que village. e farming community here tend to vegetables on allotment-size plots and we get stuck in helping with a few odd jobs.

After sowing seeds in the heat of the midday sun, our feet are blessed with an indulgent, hot, lemongrass soak.

Peanuts, lemon basil and spring onions are among the produce grown here and we sample this fresh fare over several courses at lunch.

Pancake rolls or banh xeo are a staple of Vietnamese cuisine and, spurred on by expert tuition, we have a go at making them ourselves.

Rivalling Halong Bay, the historic, old world port of Hoi An is undoubtedly a highlight of this adventure. Vietnam's waterways were once the main routes for transport and trade. From the mid 16th century to the early 19th century Hoi An was a thriving trading post.

Artisans and merchants sold their wares from narrow shophouses, which had a shop at the front, workshop in the middle and export facility directly onto the port at the rear. A couple of these have been lovingly restored and are worth

a visit. e iconic Japanese Bridge, Chinese temples and low-rise ochre-coloured architecture add to the charm of this colonial gem. ough clearly a tourist hotspot, Hoi An retains a traditional feel: food is sold from tiny stoves on the cobbled streets, and a large covered market sells fresh local produce.

Tailors are also two-a-penny in Hoi An. I'm told Yaly is the best tailor in town. I take clothes to be altered and even have a pair of patent leather bespoke brogues made. With one-to-one service and on-the-spot adjustments made during a couple of fittings, I'm thrilled with the quality and exceptional value for money.

Escaping the city, we take to the water again, this time on the Mekong River via sampan boat to Cai Be and Cai Rang's famous floating markets. ick vegetation and shack-like houses propped on stilts line the river where traders jostle to sell produce from their long narrow boats. e commercial routes in this country have largely shifted from waterways to motorways. Modern Vietnam is emerging from the south, the most progressive city being Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon).

Located on the edge of the Mekong Delta, it's the last stop on our epic trip.

Tattoo parlours, neon lights and noisy bars with Western clientele, sit shoulder to shoulder with Vietnamese cafes, street stalls and traditional tailors. e story of 20th century Vietnam is told through several buildings here. Built in the 1960s, Reunification Palace was

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the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. On April 30, 1975, a North Vietnamese Army tank crashed into the gates signalling the end of the conflict.

More can be learnt about the Vietnam War through photographic exhibits at the War Remnants Museum.

For an altogether different impression of this sprawling city by night, I opt for a bird's eye view from Vietnam's first fully open-air, swanky sky bar, Chill, at the top of the AB Tower. Swirling streams of traffic and skyscrapers displaying giant electronic advertisements are clearly visible below.

As moped and motorbikes criss-cross the narrow streets, I marvel at how life in these fast lanes is changing so quickly.

One thing's for sure, life never stays still in Vietnam.

TRAVEL FACTS Tori Mayo travelled as a guest of On the Go Tours [020 7371 1113; www.onthegotours.com] on their Very Vietnam Tour. A 10-day tour from Hanoi to Saigon starts at £989 per person based on twin/double share and includes 4-star hotels B&B, some meals, 1 night deluxe junk boat, 1 overnight sleeper train, activities and an English-speaking Vietnamese tour guide.

Vietnam Airlines (020 3263 2062; www.vietnamairlines.com) offers the only direct flights from the UK to Vietnam, with twice weekly direct services from Gatwick Airport to both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, as well as onward connections to 23 destinations in Vietnam, Burma, Cambodia and Laos n

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Posh picnics A pretty rug, a basket of mouth-watering foods and wines, and voilà, you’re good to go for some stylish al fresco eating. he French may lay claim to the origins of the picnic, or at least the word: the first record of pique nique is found in the 1692 edition of Origines de la Langue Française de Ménage.

But no one does picnics better than the British. Once only reserved for wealthy hunters and country people out on their estates, it was the Victorians who popularised the picnic and made it commonplace, with writers like Dickens, Trollop and Jane Austen all adopting the convention in their books.

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Will you be having a family picnic or a romantic al fresco day out for two?

For a slice of romance, pick the most secluded spot you can find. A real romantic hideaway. Do your research, and find somewhere with stunning views, just in case you tire of gazing into each other’s eyes! Go the whole hog and dress up in full evening wear (minus the high heels), nominate a butler and raise a toast to the great outdoors. Plan the menu with care and love. Strawberries are important, as they are romantic foods for a picnic. Have dainty sandwiches, delicate fruits, small cuts of meats and vegetables, some pickles and sauces, and some fine gourmet treats like caviar or truffles. Use real champagne (sparkling wine) glasses. This will mean careful

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carrying but glass is far more romantic than perspex. And be sure to bring the champagne or sparkling wine to fill those glasses. And don’t forget the bottle opener! Bring along music. Music is crucial to create a romantic atmosphere, if your venue allows it and doesn’t disturb others that prefer a quiet picnic.

number of high-profile stores in London, with a choice of luxury ready-to-go fine foods. Hampers ranging from £25 through to several hundred pounds are a big business for retailers, celebrity chefs and restaurants, who market them for weekends in the park, at outdoor movies, the races, or any number of summer outdoor events.

And for a full-scale Kids Picnic, try the forest for fairy parties and treasure hunts, the park for a mini sports day or the seaside for a picnic and a paddle.. Remember, wear them out and empty plates are guaranteed. No real glasses here! Perspex is certainly the order of the day when planning a children’s picnic. Easy but nutritional foods are a must, with a selection of different nibbles to keep the children interested in the food that you are presenting. Kids love to dip stuff, so this picnic is really easy.

Simply buy a selection of dips and things to dip such as fruits and vegetables , bread, pretzels, cookies, and crackers. Don’t forget the wet wipes depending on the ages of your younger guests! Party and outdoor games are essential to keep them amused!

That’s perhaps not as much fun as picking and choosing your own temptations from your local deli or farmers market: fill your hamper full of artisan breads, hand-made cheeses, hams, patés and salads, so you can rip, tear and share the food and hold your head high at the Proms in the Park.

You do need to decide whether you would like to create your own charming mix of delicious foods in a pretty basket, or save yourself some time and go with a traditional Fortnum & Mason type hamper. Your personalised hamper can be sourced, packed and delivered to you by a

As for wines, they should be light, pink and preferably sparkling, and champagne for pure luxury! Or go with British tradition and have a tasty cool Pimms….just don’t forget the cool bag and the fruits!

If you do have children in tow, a cool fresh lemonade or fruit juices are ideal.

You and your guests will need to have something comfy to sit on, and this is dependent on the scale of your picnic – although you can’t beat the traditional picnic blanket, and a couple of fold-up stylish chairs. A parasol may be handy if you like a bit of shade.

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INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 part Jim Beam White 3/4 part DeKuyper Amaretto 1 1/2 part Fresh Pressed Apple Juice 1 part Funkin Pear 1/2 part Egg Whites

INGREDIENTS 25ml Jim Beam Honey 12.5ml Triple Sec 1 wedge Fresh Lemon Sparkling Lemonade

INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 parts Red Stag by Jim Beam 1/2 part DeKuyper Peachtree Schnapps 2 parts Margarita Mix 3 Maraschino Cherries 8 Mint Leaves 1 part Lemon-Lime Soda Extra Mint & Cherries for Garnish

INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 part Jim Beam Devil’s Cut 2 part Fresh Pressed Apple juice 1 part Fresh Lemon Sour

PREP PARATION Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Garnish with a slice of pear on the rim.

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Squeeze over fresh lemon wedge. Add Jim Beam Honey, triple sec and top with lemonade. Softly stir for 5 seconds.

Garnish with large orange zest.

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Muddle and add remaining ingredients except soda. Fill with ice and top with soda. Garnish and serve.

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or a company famous for producing utility 4x4s with a hint of 'old money' luxury, Land Rover's move into the lifestyle end of the market - with the Evoque - has been nothing short of a life-altering experience for the British brand. You name it, it's skyrocketed: production numbers, brand awareness, sales, profits.

Granted, the Evoque wasn't the company's first foray into the 'lifestyle' market, that honour fell to the first generation Range Rover Sport. at said, it shared more than few design cues with the equally chunky-looking Range Rover and Land Rover Discovery. at's all gone the way of the dinosaur with the arrival of the latest generation Range Rover Sport. Visual similarities to the Evoque, the rock star of the range, are no coincidence, while Land Rover's continued focus on reducing weight and boosting the level of technology in its cars continues with this more streamlined Sport.

Lighter, more economical and offering a more engaging on-road driving experience than the car it replaces, alongside Land Rover's long established off-road credentials, this new generation Sport also boasts more cabin space plus the option of a family-friendly third row of seats.

One other option worthy of note is the car's high-low transfer gearbox. Reflecting its on-road and lifestyle bias, it's not now a feature you can expect to see as standard on the Sport. Land Rover executives are, however, keen to stress that even without it, the Sport's off-roading potential still easily exceeds the abilities of most drivers and the competition. Still, you can always tick the appropriate box for the full-fat experience if you need it.

And, just like with the latest Range Rover, the Sport adopts its maker's next-gen Terrain Response system, which includes an auto mode clever enough to sense changes in terrain and change the engine, gearbox and suspension settings accordingly. Manual control remains and, despite the Sport's streamlined looks and glossy celebrity endorsements, you're only a few button presses away from being able to confidently scale mountains, wade through rivers or charge through power-sapping sand. e final piece in the Range Rover Sport's performance jigsaw is the car's engine line-up. For maximum wow factor there's a 5.0-litre supercharged petrol motor that's predictably destined to be most popular in places where petrol is cheap and owners are super-rich.

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3.0-litre SDV6 variant boasting 292 horsepower and a lower power version for entry-level models producing a still useful 258 horsepower. V8 diesel power is also in the pipeline. On the road the high power six-cylinder diesel Sport is only trumped by the supercharged model in the way it sounds; the former is quiet and reďŹ ned while the petrol experience is dominated by a Nascar exhaust note if that appeals.

With an embarrassment of riches in both power and torque departments, the SDV6 Range Rover Sport is the consummate all-rounder. Ample low down torque is complimented by superb throttle sensitivity, making it ideal not just for inching over treacherous obstacles but also inching into supermarket car par spaces. î&#x20AC;&#x20AC;e Sport excels at motorway journeys and spirited A-road sprints. Bodyroll is expertly kept in check and, despite the presence of aesthetically pleasing but large diameter wheels, ride comfort is also top notch. For a car destined to spend much of its time on the road, this should be music to any prospective owner's ears.

And as an owner you'll also spend most of your time inside the Sport's plush cabin. Land Rover's minimalist approach with the latest Range Rover has extended to the Sport, and the lack of fuss and modest button count allows you to better appreciate the swathes of wood, leather and more contemporary trim that tastefully decorate the Sport's interior. Factor in ample room fore and aft plus sound ergonomics for the driver, and it's hard to fault an environment with a cabin ambience easily rivalling that of the best conventional luxury saloons.

With all the usual safety and comfort equipment you'd expect to see at this price point, plus the Sport's impressive driving dynamics and the cabin ambience, it's clear that this second generation car has raised the bar in an already competitive market n AUGUST2013 6

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the Xhibitionist Gray Design is pleased to announce the release of it’s latest yacht and car design, the Xhibitionist. Provisional price tag of around 100 million. culpted with the flowing lines of an Art Nouveau masterpiece and heavy tones of automotive styling, the Xhibitionist, with it’s deployable bow platform and reconfigurable interior space breaks new ground in yacht styling and indeed opens a new niche in corporate floating real estate.

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Redefining Traditions You can be forgiven for thinking, at first glance, that you’re seeing a leaked still from a yet-to-be released, Fifth Element style sci-fi blockbuster. Far from being fiction, though, this yacht has been designed with very real, very modern and very useful applications in mind. It is, first and foremost, a cleverly engineered workhorse; a nautical tool designed to fulfil many different roles. As the name and unconventional appearance may suggest, this is no ordinary yacht.

This is something completely different. This is the Xhibitionist.

The brainchild of renowned Swedish-based designer, Eduard Gray, the Xhibitionist is partly inspired by traditions as old as seafaring itself. The desire to rekindle some of those traditions in an ultra-modern setting has resulted in, not only, the creation of a jaw-dropping super yacht, but the creation of a veritable entity 62

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that has almost developed a personality of its own. As much thought has gone into the conception of this vessel in terms of its viability as has gone into the actual structural design itself. It is, quite simply, a masterful blend of style, purpose and efficiency. One of the most striking elements on this one-of-a-kind vessel is the hull. The inverted trimaran configuration has been employed for one overriding reason; stability.

That, in itself, speaks volumes about the real reason the Xhibitionist has come about.

Futureproof Stability in any line of business can quite often mean going with the flow: literally. The Xhibitionist is endowed with the capability to evolve with and adapt to the pace of change we see in today’s world alongside maintaining its enduring aesthetic appeal. It has been future-proofed in some respects; both in terms of its actual features and its potential ‘lives’, as it were.

Unlike a ‘private’ yacht, this versatile yacht has been designed to do a job; or rather, jobs. What those jobs are could vary tremendously but one of them is probably abundantly obvious: this thing has been designed to wantonly, shamelessly, unabashedly and knowingly steal the show.

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‘Show’ is, really, at the crux of what the Xhibitionist is all about. Aside from being a ‘show’ unto itself, it has been created in such a way that some of the real showing takes place on the inside. The shape of the outside may give some people a clue as to where we’re heading next.

The undeniably automotive lines are testament to Eduard Grays achievements as a designer of supercars (one of which, the Xhibit-G, has been specially created to complement the Xhibitionist). A common first reaction, it has to be said, is just that; ..’it looks like a car’ (indeed, Batman has been mentioned a few times, too).

Art-Nouveau Styling As far as investments go, the Xhibitionist resembles more of a real estate and marketing venture than a yacht. If so desired, it can effectively be used as an exclusive, floating showroom. A Steinway piano completes the scene beautifully while the vessel is in ‘guest mode’. The dual staircase by Cornish Stairways adds a homely familiarity to the main exhibition room in its full open glory and the Baccarat lighting perfectly complements the subtle Art-Nouveau styling throughout. In ‘Retail Mode’ the partitions are in place creating many individual spaces for a more private retail experience and the Nuance smart shading feature from Vision Systems provides yet more privacy at the swipe of a fingertip.

Sun Lover At the stern is the sprawling beach club area providing space for events closer to the lapping water. It is, as with most yachts, also an access point and will likely be the first place one would set foot on board. Matching pontoon extensions are also an option, should they be required.

Above all the fly deck is where the serious relaxation takes place. Two separate areas, one with a jacuzzi, provide guests with ample space to unwind in comfort and take in the views and sunshine.

Sunshine is something the Xhibitionist is particularly fond of, with massive solar panels in operation; a sight to behold in itself. Opening up out of what looks like the hood of a giant sports car, they serve two purposes. The solar panels themselves not only provide power to the vessel; they’re sturdy enough to act as a helipad, concert stage, or whatever else suits the need of the owner. The frontal section that drops down serves the same purpose as its counterpart on aircraft carriers; allowing for access and loading. It is not beyond the realms of imagination: seeing a celebrity DJ or a live band perched on the platform performing in front of ten thousand people in a marina.

At the bow of the yacht is another fascinating addition; the viewing window, Jacques Cousteau himself would have approved. Although it’s above water, in this case, it provides a select group of guests with something of a secluded alcove; one with a spectacular view.

Floating, Working Asset The Xhibitionist is an intelligently designed and finely tuned instrument that was made, quite simply, to turn heads. More than that, it poses a serious option for investors when comparing to the real estate market in terms of Dollars per square foot and as a key feature in a business model literally represents a floating, working asset. The size alone of the solar panels gives some indication of just how efficient the Xhibitionist can be (and how quietly it can glide into a marina). They also go to provide free energy for the final piece de resistance when talking eye candy..the night time illumination. As though the Xhibitionist weren’t spectacular enough, evening lighting by Ocean LED have ensured that it marks its territory and keeps it long after the sun has set.

For more information A short video overview of the features can be found here: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=Q6N0KfObmA8 http://graydesign.se

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avid James Architects were appointed by the client to design a four bedroomed contemporary house with open plan living and areas of quiet and relaxation. e house was to be a dynamic holiday home and also required level access for ailing family members. It was essential that the design embraced the most recent suitable Eco technologies. e exterior façade of this house is striking. A variety of finishes enhance the curved structure of the building. A strong horizontal element at ground floor level in the form of a thick rendered band defines the main form of the building. e juxtaposition of the cubistic copper forms set against the curved render band creates a dynamic form of architecture. On approaching the entrance to the house, one is drawn towards the two curved rendered walls, flanking the steps and adding a softer form to compliment the exterior.

On entering the house, one arrives in a grand, large double volume hallway. is area is flooded with natural light from a feature square roof light overhead. e staircase became a design element and following from the cubistic exterior design a rendered floating stepladder effect was introduced. e internal accommodation flows from the central hub of the entrance hall, with a full height glass wall and glass doors adding an uninterrupted view into the main formal living room. A curved glazed wall provides views out to the garden. e piece de resistance of the house is the open plan kitchen, dining and living area that has floor to ceiling glazing on three sides. Triple track sliding doors allow the room to become an in-out space with a direct flush threshold accessing the terrace and garden. e kitchen forms a backdrop to the room with floor to ceiling units in a mixture of soft painted colours. e large

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central kitchen island has a floating cantilever which creates a breakfast bar area, above this are four red hanging lights adding a sense of fun and a splash of colour.

To the rear of the property is the study, acting as a ‘quiet zone’, providing direct access to the rear courtyard. e retaining walls of this courtyard are finished in white painted render and flood the study with natural light. A utility room is located centrally to the house and is accessed via a door off the hall way and through a secret door from the kitchen e first floor accommodation, accessed through the double volume hallway, provides views from the landing into the entrance hallway and out towards the driveway and trees beyond.

Four bedrooms are laid out in such a manner as to afford privacy; the guest bedroom has the added benefit of a full en-suite. e master bedroom has a private balcony area finished in composite decking and frameless polished edge glass balustrading. e master bedroom en-suite has floor to ceiling opaque glazing on two sides that flood the room with natural light. A walk in dressing room adds the finishing touch to the hotel style luxury. e house has been constructed with several energy efficient and sustainable products. e inclusion of air source heat pumps, solar thermal panels, photovoltaic panels, and a heat ventilation system provide sustainable heating and hot water. In addition rainwater harvesting provides treated water to the guest toilet and garden. A sedum green roof to the surround of the first floor adds the benefit of a sustainable urban drainage system, also providing a microclimate for bird and insect life. e design has resulted in a striking, energy efficient family home, achieving all of the client’s aspirations and more.

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