Itchen Valley Issue 152 - June

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ALRESFORD MUSIC FESTIVAL 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS - Pages 8&9 Alresford Town Council Reports Hooked - Lucia Foster-Found Help save the Honey Bee Photograph: © David McKibben Photography

STYLE ˙ INTERIORS ˙ HEALTH & BEAUTY ˙ INTERVIEWS ˙ FOOD & DRINK ˙ ENTERTAINMENT ˙ EVENTS

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Contents 28 Retail/Market Square Our regular retail feature, Unique, Bespoke, Eclectic and Local shopping

4 Church Services 6 Entertainment Discover local events and days out in Hampshire 11

35 Motoring Local services to keep your vehicles running smoothly 38 Home Trades, services, designers.

All you need for your home

14 What's On? 15 Garden Make your garden dream come true. Or visit local beautiful country gardens

34 Feature Hooked by Lucia Foster-Found

20 Education Find local schools and educational experts

45 Food & Drink Eat out, stay in: food, drink and dining in Hampshire

21 Professional From photographers to solicitors - every professional service you need

48 Feature Help save the Honey Bee

56 Feature Why the South Downs is the perfect natural remedy for mental health

24 Wellbeing Looking after your health and yourself!

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CHURCH SERVICES New Alresford St. John the Baptist Sunday 2 08.00 Holy Communion BCP 09.30 Parish Communion 17.00 PowerHouse Extra Sunday 9 08.00 Holy Communion 09.30 Benefice Communion 18.00 Ecumenical Beacon

Service - Tea and Cake from 5pm Sunday 16 08.30 Holy Communion 09.30 Parish Communion 18.00 Sundays@six Sunday 23 Patronal Festival of St John's 08.00 Holy Communion 09.30 Informal Communion with Children's Groups 18.00 Patronal Festival

Choral Evensong Sunday 30 08.00 No Service 09.30 Benefice Communion Every Wednesday 09.00 Morning Prayer in Celtic Tradition Every Friday 10.00 Holy Communion or

Devotional Service Parish Office: 01962 733545 stjohnsalresford.org.uk Old Alresford St. Mary the Virgin Sunday 5 11.00 Village Family Service 18.00 Old Alresford Cottage Service Sunday 9 - Pentecost 09.30 Benefice Communion

at St.John's Sunday 16 11.00 Parish Communion Sunday 23 09.30 Parish Communion Sunday 30 08.00 Benefice Communion

at St.John's Every Thursday 09.00 Holy Communion at Old Alresford Place Parish Office: 01962 733545 stjohnsalresford.org.uk Ovington St. Peter's Sunday 2 11.00 CafĂŠ Church Sunday 9 - Pentecost 09.30 Benefice Communion

at St.John's Sunday 16 10.00 Morning Prayer Sunday 23 10.00 Mattins

Sunday 30 09.30 Benefice Communion

at St.John's Parish Office: 01962 733545 stjohnsalresford.org.uk New Alresford Methodist Church Sunday Worship 1st Sunday 10.30 Morning Worship.

Holy Communion monthly Thursdays 14.30 1st and 3rd Thursdays Womens Fellowhip 19.30 1st Thursday- Lydia Group for ladies Saturdays 09.30 1st Saturday Bacon Butties Contact: Revd Ruth Fry Tel: 01962 882828 New Alresford New Farm Chapel Sunday Services 10.30 Morning Worship, with creche and KOSMIC for

children 16.30 Will vary between talk or discussion with praise and prayer Midweek Activities Mondays 16.30 Kidz Club Tuesdays 10.15 Toddlers Group Wednesdays 19.30 Alternate Bible Study / Prayer Thursdays 10.00 Home Prayer Group 1st Saturday in the month 10.00 Prayer Time www.newfarmchapel.org.uk Bighton All Saints Sunday 5 11.00 Family Service Sunday 12 11.00 Morning Prayer Sunday 19 11.00 Parish Communion Sunday 26 11.00 Morning Prayer Parish Office: 01962 733545 stjohnsalresford.org.uk Upper Itchen Benefice Sunday 2 10.15 Cheriton Benefice All Age Holy Communion Service

Sunday 9 09.30 Cheriton Mattins 09.30 Tichborne Holy Communion 11.00 Kilmeston Family Worship 15.00 Church in the Wood Evensong Sunday 16 08.30 Beauworth Holy Communion 09.30 Cheriton Holy Communion 11.00 Hinton Ampner Prayer & Praise Sunday 23 09.30 Cheriton Holy Communion 11.00 Kilmeston Holy Communion 11.00 Beauworth

Village Thanksgiving Service 15.00 Church in the Wood Evensong 18.00 Tichborne Evensong Sunday 30 07.30 Hinton Ampner Holy Communion New Alresford Catholic Church of St. Gregory the Great

Every Sunday 11.00 Mass All other enquiries: 01962 852 804 Itchen Valley Benefice Sunday 2 08.00 Martyr Worthy Holy Communion 10.00 Easton Family Woship Sunday 9 10.00 Itchen Abbas Parish Communion 18.00 Martyr Worthy Pentecost and Sung Evensong Sunday 16 08.00 Itchen Abbas Holy Communion 10.00 Easton Valley Worship Sunday 23 10.00 Martyr Worthy Parish Communion 18.00 Avington Evensong Sunday 30 08.00 Avington Holy Communion 10.00 Easton Parish Communion

10 Commandm ents Summary

The book of 'The Exodus' chapter 20 :1 -17

1. You shall have

no other gods be fore Me 2. You shall not m ake idols 3. You shall not ta ke the name of the LORD your God in vain 4. Remember th e Sabbath day, to keep it holy 5. Honor your fath er and your mothe r 6. You shall not m urder 7. You shall not co mmit adultery 8. You shall not st eal 9. You shall not be ar false witness against yo ur neighbor 10. You shall not covet

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CULTURE ENTERTAIMENT

WINCHESTER FESTIVAL

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5TH - 13TH JULY

he Winchester Festival returns with a packed programme of talks that will take us from Charles Spencer’s account of Charles II evading capture by Cromwell’s army to Andrew Marr’s history of modern Britain to Simon Schama’s contemporary reflections on the arts, politics and food. The concerts will bring you sacred vocal music from the Sistine Chapel, Renaissance repertoire from Spain, Portugal and the New World and a quintessentially English evening of Elgar and Vaughan Williams in the Cathedral. John Keats, who wrote Ode to Autumn while in Winchester, is remembered in a dramatic presentation and in actor walks and the talented young musicians of Winchester will once again be delighting audiences in the lunchtime series.

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Frank Gardner, Monday 8th July, Guildhall Winchester Sir Chris Bonington in conversation with Jim McNeil, Ascent, Tuesday 9th July, Guildhall Winchester Andrew Marr, The History of Modern Britain, Wednesday 10th July, Guildhall Winchester Ed Balls in conversation with Alastair Stewart, Thursday 11th July, Guildhall Winchester Sir Simon Schama, Wordy, Friday 12th July, Guildhall Winchester Michael Palin, Erebus:The Story of a Ship, Saturday 13th July, Guildhall Winchester

Since the Festival started in 1998 there has been an extraordinary increase in the number of concerts and talks happening in Winchester so that every week - almost every day - there are wonderful performances across the city.

Winchester now has a wealth of music and literature throughout the year and we have decided, with a great deal of deliberation and a lot of sadness, that this will be the final Winchester Festival. We hope you will find many events to interest you in this year’s programme and that our last Festival will be one to remember.

We are hugely grateful and indebted to everyone who has been involved with the Festival over the last twenty two years – the sponsors, individual donors and patrons, Hampshire County Council and Winchester City Council, the local performers and the performers who come to us from much further afield, the staff and volunteers, and, most of all, the audiences – indeed everyone who has made the Festival so inspiring and rewarding to be involved with.

We very much look forward to seeing you at some of the events in July for this, the final, Winchester Festival.

Carol Butler, Festival Director Ginny Sherriff, Literature Consultant The twenty-second Winchester Festival showcases music, talks, drama, visual arts and guided walks in nine days of events in venues across the city.

MUSIC • Winchester Cathedral Chamber Choir, Convivando esta la noche: Adventures through the Iberian World, Friday 5th July, Winchester Cathedral Quire • Royal Choral Society with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Parry I Was Glad, Elgar Enigma Variations, Vaughan Williams A Sea Symphony, Saturday 6th July, Cathedral Nave • Wessex Sinfonietta, Brahms St. Anthony Variations Op.56a, Weber Horn Concertino in E minor Op.45, Beethoven Symphony No.7 in A, Sunday 7th July, The United Church • Lunchtime young musicians' series: Monday 8th to Friday 12th July, St Lawrence's Church • Castalian Quartet, Haydn Quartet in D minor Op.76 No.2 ‘Fifths’, Fanny Mendelssohn String Quartet, Beethoven String Quartet in E minor Op.59 No.2 (Razumovksy No.2), Tuesday 9 July, St Cross Church • Tallis Scholars Inspired by the Sistine Chapel, including Palestrina, Campkin, Morales, des Prés and Allegri’s Miserere, Thursday 11th July, Winchester Cathedral Nave • Ashton Singers, with period instrument ensemble, Canzona, celebrate their 50th anniversary, Saturday 13th July, St Cross Church DRAMA • A Fruitful Season: Keats in Winchester, 2TimeTheatre, Saturday 6th July and Sunday 7th July, St Lawrence’s Church

TALKS • Charles Spencer, To Catch a King, Saturday 6th July, Guildhall Winchester • Max Hastings,Vietnam: An Epic History of a Tragic War, Sunday 7th July, Guildhall Winchester • Nina Campbell in conversation with Giles Kime, Monday 8th July, Guildhall Winchester

GUIDED WALKS • A walk with Jane Austen and John Keats, Monday 8th July Thursday 11th July, Tourist Information Centre Follow Winchester Festival on www.facebook.com/ WinchesterFestival/ and https://twitter.com/ www.winchesterfestival.co.uk Telephone booking: 01962 857276 www.tickets.winchester-cathedral.org.uk

ENTERTAINMENT

8 - 18 MAY @ 7.30PM & SUN 12 @ 2.30PM. NO PERF 13 MAY

20 - 25 MAY @ 7:30PM

12 - 22 JUNE @ 7.30PM & SUN 16 @ 2.30PM. NO PERF 17 JUNE

10-20 JULY @ 7.30PM. NO PERF 15 JULY

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A NON-PROFIT EVENT RAISING FUNDS FOR REGIONAL, NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL MUSIC CHARITIES

Saturday 8 June th

Arlebury Park, Alresford, Nr.WINCHESTER

CELEBRATING OUR 10 ANNIVERSARY SOUL FUNK SKA DANCE AFROBEAT LATIN AMERICANA JAZZ GROOVE REGGAE DJ TH

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Last year over 4,000 festival-goers of all ages enjoyed the all-day party atmosphere of the Alresford Music Festival, and this year it’s set to be even better.

For our 10th festival we have an exciting new arena, packed festival village and a huge choice of local and international food stalls. Plus our popular beer festival has local beers from Itchen Valley brewery as well as Prosecco, Pimms, cocktails and a dedicated cider bar.

FAMILY ARENA

Once inside the festival the family entertainment arena is FREE all day. Relax and watch your kids run free or have-a-go at something yourself! Details on the website or see opposite page for a few of the highlights.

LINE UP

A wide range of bands will play throughout the day from midday, non-stop until midnight. London Afrobeat Collective ramp up the party with a totally infectious 10 piece mix of groovy dub with uplifting horns and female vocals full of soul. We will then close our 10th festival with a party finale like no other with Next level who are fronted by three professional singers who have toured with Take That, Duran Duran, Olly Murs and many more.

TRAVEL

There are discounted bus fares with Stagecoach, just show your festival ticket or wristband. Buses run every half-an-hour throughout day on route 64 between Alton and Winchester.

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CAMPING

There’s plenty of camping in Arlebury Park (tents only) on both Friday and Saturday nights, with weekend camping only £10 per person.

Alresford Music Festival is a community event in the heart of the town. It only happens due to generous support from residents, volunteers and sponsors. We are very grateful to; First Option Software, Thomas Miller Creative Ltd., Cedar Group, CleverTouch, Mint Signs, NFU Mutual (Winchester Agency), Butler & Co., Belgarum, Holiday Inn, Rawlings Opticians, The Globe, The Swan Hotel, Cedar Veterinary Group, Shrekfeet and many more.

The festival is a not-for-profit event and money raised is donated via The AMF Foundation to music based charities. So far the festival has raised over £40k for charities, since it began in 2010.

With more music and activities than ever this year, we are ready to welcome more of you, which will mean we can raise even more funds for worthy organisations.

Bring your friends and spread the word, we are one of Hampshire’s best kept secrets.

Buy tickets in advance and save £££s off the gate prices…

GATES OPEN FROM 10AM

For more information please visit www.alresfordmusicfestival.com

TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE GATE FROM 10AM - WEEKEND CAMPING ONLY £10 – UNDER 5s GET IN FREE!

2019 LINE UP – LIVE MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE DAY! MAIN STAGE 11.50-23.15

2ND STAGE 12.40-22.10

THEATRE TENT 11.00-19.00

BLUES JAM 10.00-19.00

Big Noise Community Samba Band

Dubious Roots

Rhubarb Theatre Hat Fair Street Performers Markey Jay Circus Show Mayflower Theatre Hat Fair Street Performers Mayflower Theatre Rhubarb Theatre Hat Fair Street Performers Rhubarb Theatre Markey Jay Circus Show Andy Webb Folk & Comedy

Rock Out! Live Performances Rock Out! Music Workshops Big Noise Community Samba Band Workshop Southampton Ukulele Jam Blues Jam

MO WOODS & The Mo Woods Band

Psychadelephant Winnie and The Rockettes

The Whiskey Rebellion Mr Tea and the Minions Tongue & Groove The Hattie Jaques’ Playlist Morganway

Millie Manders and the Shut Up Sunscreem REWS The Turner Brothers

London Afrobeat Collective Party Finale – Next Level

To listen to the bands in advance please visit the ‘LINE-UP’ page on our website.

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Check out the website for the full list of fun stuff: SILENT DISCO

Dance to your own tune. Don a pair of our wireless headphones with multi-channels to choose exactly what you want to hear… then let yourself go!

BUNGEE TRAMPOLINES

A combination of four trampolines and bungees gives everyone the thrill of zero gravity whilst doing single, double and triple somersaults! A truly exhilarating experience for all!

CLIMBING WALL

Experience rock climbing and abseiling in a safe environment. Scale the 25ft high wall with multiple routes from easy to hard. All participants are attached to safety ropes and guided throughout by qualified and fully trained personnel making it fun, challenging and safe for all ages.

HAT FAIR STREET THEATRE

Enjoy engaging, colourful and exciting street theatre performances from various acts as part of Hat Fair’s ‘Top Hat’ project in partnership with the University of Winchester. We know you’ll enjoying seeing them perform, entertain and gain valuable experience.

BIG NOISE COMMUNITY SAMBA BAND

Big Noise Community Samba Band take a traditional Brazilian samba-reggae style and add their own twist to create a unique and infectious groove. They’ll be performing in the main arena and also running a samba drumming workshop in our family arena.

GRAFFITI WALL & T-SHIRT WORKSKOP

The Granary Creative Art Centre, an independent arts venue dedicated to youth arts workshops, will be running a graffiti wall mural workshop.

The AMF Foundation – Registered Charity Number: 1168066

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ENTERTAIMENT reception and a To Go Café proudly serving Starbucks Coffee and light snacks.

Chris Bowry from Visit Hampshire with Tracy Nash from Hampshire Fare

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND FOOD SECTOR GUESTS ENJOY THE LAUNCH OF THE HOLIDAY INN WINCHESTER’S NEW ODYSSEY RESTAURANT The Holiday Inn Winchester recently celebrated the launch of their new Odyssey Restaurant, Bar and Pizzeria with a VIP reception with guests from the travel, tourism and food sectors. The restaurant is part of a £2.5 million major project to redevelop and refurbish the four star award-winning hotel and will also include a new Spa opening mid-July.

The hotel’s General Manager Marc Solarz commented: “It is great that the owners of the hotel have the confidence to make such a serious investment in the business. The completed project will provide hotel guests and local residents with a much broader offering in the restaurant, with outside dining and a stunning new bar, all now on the upper ground floor level with its own designated entrance.”

The hotel now has an ‘open lobby’ to the upper ground floor - which was completed in April. This new contemporary styled space provides a large lounge comprising of a quiet workplace area and an entertainment media/fun relaxing area, as well as a new hotel

The Holiday Inn Winchester’s General Manager Marc Solarz and Jane Standing, Cluster General Manager, Holiday Inn Southampton-Eastleigh and Holiday Inn Southampton

The AA Rosette Award winning team at the hotel have been working on the new menu and developing unique pre-starter nibbles, a wide choice of starters and good selection of main courses to appeal to all tastes and preferences, including vegetarian and vegan options.

Sarah Waddington, the hotel’s Director of Sales and Marketing commented: “As a hotel we provide food to hotel residents and nonresidents throughout the whole day from early until late. The hotel’s location makes the perfect meeting point for friends and family, as well as being popular with business visitors for casual and more formal meetings and conferences.”

The hotel’s new ANA Spa is due for completion in July 2019 and will have 5 treatment rooms, gym, studio, sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy vitality pool. The ANA Spa will also be offering memberships to local residents and looks forward to welcoming spa break and spa day guests. www.hiwinchester.co.uk

ENTERTAINMENT

Sun Hill Infant School presents

Save the Ocean A musical extravaganza featuring children from Year F, 1 and 2 with guest appearances from Year 4.

FRIDAY 21 JUNE 10am - Sun Hill Infant School - £5 including breakfast croissants, tea or coffee from 9.15am

6pm - St Johns Church, Alresford - £6.50 including BBQ

SATURDAY 22 JUNE 4pm - St Johns Church, Alresford - £5 including tea and cake from 3pm

Tickets available from Sun Hill Infant School - t: 01962 732632 and Rosie Waring Green - t: 01962 733237 With thanks to Alresford Pigs Association

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WHAT'S ON? From 12pm - 7pm. Susie Watson Designs, Alresford are delighted to partner with award-winning local English sparkling wine producer, Hattingley Valley, to offer customers in-store tastings of its Classic Reserve (NV) & 2014 Rosé sparkling wines. www. susiewatsondesigns.co.uk – Susie Watson Designs, Alresford - Tel: 01962 734 171 www.hattingleyvalley.com – Hattingley Valley Wines Limited, Wield Yard, Lower Wield, Alresford, SO24 9AJ – Tel: 01256 389188

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JUNE Second Wednesday of the Month Alresford & District Horticultural Society

Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, except December, at St Gregory’s Church Hall, Grange Road, Alresford, SO24 9HE. Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start.

Annual membership £15, visitors £3, refreshments available. Everyone welcome!

Next meeting: June 12, Members’ Rose Show and a talk by Tom Stone: ‘Mottisfont – Planting, Cultivation and Management.’

More information: www.alresfordhorticultural. org or enquiries to Shireen Coghlan, 01962 73 6281 or shireen@coghlan.com

Every Thursday

Cafe on the Green in Cheriton

From 9am-noon in the village hall. Come and enjoy a cup of tea or freshly brewed coffee and choose from a variety of tempting goodies.

Until Sunday 2

English Wine Week with Raimes English Sparkling

From 11am - 3pm. Cellar Door Open - for tastings and sales. Come along to the wine barn at Grange Farm, Tichborne SO24 0NE for free tastings of your local award winning sparkling wine. We are open 11-3 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Special deals on case purchases.Vineyard tours also available at £10pp. These can be booked on our website raimes.co.uk/tours tel: 01962 732120 email: info@raimes.co.uk

Alresford Antiques Fair

The Fair is held in Alresford Town Hall in the centre of the town. We offer a wide range of Decorative, Interesting and Unusual items including good quality Furniture, Silver, Jewellery, Militaria and Books. We will also buy. Free Admission. Limited Free Parking nearby & large car park at the Station.

Open: 9.30am - 5.00pm. Contacts: Carol - 01264 335769 / 07870 432805 Steve - 01722 712267 / 07915 663251 Lakewood Smith - 07970 797306

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Alresford Music Festival See page 8 and 9

Sunday 9

Bishop's Sutton Village Fete & Garden Party

2pm to 4.15pm at Bishop’s Court. The Fete includes a BBQ, Licenced Bar, Teas, Raffle, Tombola, Cake, Books, Plants, Bric 'n' Brac, Toy Stalls and much more. Face painting, hook 'a' duck, glitter tatoos, tennis. The 'Famous Egg Throwing’Competition. A HEATED SWIMMING POOL open rain or shine. Join us for a fun filled family afternoon out.

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Alresford Ladies Group

Meetings every 2nd Thursday in the Month New members welcome. Please contact Beverly Terrill 01962 733112

Auction : 2pm. Drop off lots to sell 9-9.30am Viewing from 12.30pm. To include China, Coins, Ephemera, Collectables, Old Toys, Jewellery, small items of Furniture, NOT Household goods, Car Boot Items or modern Electricals. Sellers booking recommended Please call Claire 01962 734941 or Bob 01962 733475 for bookings or further information www.auctionsinaday.co.uk

Thursday 6

Wine Tasting at Susie Watson Designs, Alresford

Old Alresford Fair

2pm to 5pm. ‘A Day at the Races’ theme featuring; Alresford Ukulele Jam sessions, Fun Dog Show, Free Vintage Bus rides from New Alresford, Free Parking and Free Entry, Duck Race, Pop-up Bar, Teas, BBQ, Ice Creams and Popcorn, Bottle Stall, Bouncy Slide, Plant Stall and side shows, Grand Prize Draw and much more.

Sunday 16

Open Gardens in Alresford

A selection of houses along Broad Street, Alresford will be opening their gardens to the public. 11am - 5pm, save the date! Another opportunity to visit some of the unique hidden gardens of Broad Street! This year the charities we are supporting are: The Winchester Hospice - The Hampshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is raising funds to convert Burrell House, on the site of Royal Hampshire County Hospital, into a Hospice to support patients with life limiting illnesses, and their families. Winchester & District Young Carers - Their aim is to improve the lives of children and young people with caring responsibilties by providing safe, quality support to indivisuals and offering an inclusive, holistic approach which considers the needs of the whole family.

Broadlands Group RDA, Medstead - They provide invaluable theraputic riding lessons to improve the lives of adults and children with disabilities. £6 per head - admits your to all open gardens. Children FREE aged 16 and under. Afternoon teas, tombola.

Sunday 16

Alresford Duck Race See page 10

Saturday 1

General Auction at Otterbourne Village Hall Community Centre

Saturday 15

Wednesday 19

Charity Coffee Morning

Saturday 15

National Festival of Toy Trains

20+ Layouts Incl. Hornby 0 Gauge, Hornby Dublo 2 and 3 Rail, Tri-ang 00 Super 4, Series 3 and Standard, TT and Big Big, Trix, Minitrix, Playcraft HO Road/Rail, Lone Star 000, LGB G Scale and others. 80+ Sales Tables selling old and new Toy Trains. Refreshments, BBQ, Music.Vintage Bus Rides. 10.30am-4.30pm at Perins School. Adults £6, Family £14 Early Entry at 9am £10. Contact Bob Leggett 01962 733475. Bobleggett@btinternet.com www.Alresford-toy-trains.org.uk

Courtesy of Rick Stein, 7 High Street, Winchester. Join us from 9.30 - 11 for coffee and cake.

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Charity Poker Night

Join us for Texas holdem poker at the Arlebury Bar, Alresford for a 7.30pm start. £10 entry (50% to Southampton Hospital Charity). Just turn up on the night! Also being held on 19th July and 23rd August.

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WHAT'S ON?

Tuesday 25

Alresford Art Society. A demonstration

by Vic Bearcroft 'Animals in Pastels'

ALRESFORD MUSEUM RECEIVES NEW ARTEFACTS

7.30 pm in the John Pearson Hall, St. John's Church, New Alresford . Non-members welcome (admission £3). For further information please contact Richard Cox on 01962 732043 or RichardCox105@msn.com or visit www.artsociety.alresford.org

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Bighton Big Screen (open to all) ‘The Favourite’ Olivia Colman won the Oscar for her performance as Queen Anne in this scabrous comedy about intrigue and ambition in the royal household. Doors open at 7pm Licensed Bar.Tickets £6. For more details about the film go to: www.bighton.org.uk/bightonbig-screen. To purchase tickets online: www.bighton.org.uk/what-s-on

Saturday 22

Summer Dance Party

From 7.30pm at the Winchester Discovery Centre, Jewry Street, SO23 8SB Tickets £10 in advance/£12 on the night. Summer Time, that glorious time of year, that make us feel like dancing! Dance your heart out with some hot Salsa, smooth West Coast Swing, fabulously fun Party Group Dances to tracks you love, wonderful Cha Cha and much more.

Whether you have been dancing for years or are a novice, whether you come on your own, with your friends or your partner – this Party will instil in you the warm spirit of Summer.

Special treat: 7.45pm Salsa Beginners Class.

Licensed Bar open all night. Music with DJ Max. Contact: Salsa y Sol Dance & Yoga www.salsaysol.co.uk. Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/ events/614933995651702/ www.salsaysol.co.uk

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Alresford Flower Club

St. Gregory's Hall Alresford, 7.30pm. We have a practical evening planned this month, visitors are most welcome to join in and enjoy being creative with a variety of flowers, foliage and containers from gardens or super market flowers, tips and advice will be available for those who feel they need help. There will be a raffle and refreshments with time to chat.Visitors £5. Contact Rowena Durston 0788425810 rowena.nougar@hotmail.co.uk

Wednesday 26

Film Screening: Vice

Following a series of very successful film showings, Friends of St John's is screening `Vice', the award winning portrayal of the life of American Vice President Dick Cheney, starring Christian Bale. `Vice' is showing at Alresford Community Centre (West Street) on June 26th at 7.30. Tickets £8- buy or reserve on line at www.alresfordcommunitycinema.

JULY Saturday 6

ROPFEST 150

From 2 - 7pm at Ropley Primary School Family Festival, Ropley, SO24 0DS Celebrating 150 years of Ropley Primary School BBQ & Paella, Bar, Live Music, Footie Skills, Inflatable & Fun Rides, Face Painting, Glitter Stalls, Silent Disco, Fashion show, Fun Stalls

Robin Atkins, Chair of New Alresford Town Trust accepting the artefacts from Roger Cox.

Mr Roger Cox, the grandson of long serving Alresford Fire Officer, Harry Godsell presented his brass helmet, silver long service medals and silver cigarette box on long term loan to the Alresford Museum.

Harry Godsell, an excellent engineer had worked for Hankin’s Garage in Alresford for many years, died on the 6th November 1953.

Harry had been a member of the Alresford Fire Service for nearly 40 years, holding several awards for long and faithful service. In his younger days he had served in the Winchester Force, and during the First World War served with Yeomanry and later transferred to the Royal Army Service Corps, attaining the rank of Sergeant.

Roger Cox said “the family are proud to present Harry’s artefacts to the Alresford Museum in memory of my grandfather’s long public service to Alresford Community”.

Robin Atkins, Chair of NATT, welcomed the artefacts to the Museum and hoped that this might encourage other residents to follow suit with other local artefacts being presented to the Museum.

Saturday 13

Eel House, Bridge & Museum Open day From 11.00 -4pm

Saturday 22 & Sunday 23

8th Dene Rally, Steam & Vintage Rally

At Charlwood Lane, Monkwood, Near Ropley, SO24 0HA. Traction engines, classic cars, tractors, stalls, wild west show and more! Supporting Raise St Peters. Adults £5, Children £3 (aged 5-16yrs), Family £15 (2A+3C). For more information email denerallyhampshire@gmail.com.

Saturday 13th July ‘Green Book’

Winner of 3 Oscars including 2019 Best Picture Doors open at 7pm. Licensed Bar. Tickets £6 For more details about the film go to: www. bighton.org.uk/bighton-big-screen To purchase tickets online: www.bighton.org. uk/what-s-on

Richard Pay who was an Alresford Fireman for 36 years thanking his former colleague, Roger Cox, who had worked 29 years in Alton Fire Brigade.

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GARDEN WEED CONTROL CAN BE CHALLENGING, LET’S UNDERSTAND WHY

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hen I first began studying plant science I remember a tutor asking me; ‘Kenyon, when is a daffodil a weed’?

The answer it seemed was simpler than I knew at the time. Weeds can be described as any plant growing in an area where it is not wanted. If that daffodil is in your rose-bed it might be considered a weed. If your lawn grass is in your flower-bed it most certainly is a weed. You must hold a suitable qualification as a paid professional applying pesticide to control weeds. If you ask your regular gardener to do it, and she doesn’t hold a licence, then you are both breaking the law. The general code of practice covering the use of pesticides states that you should attempt other forms of control before you start to use pesticides to control a weed issue.

Weeds can be relatively small, like clover, or large like thistles. They are typically fast growing and spread rapidly, impacting on plant growth in and around them. Weeds are characterised as narrow leafed, like grasses, broad-leafed, like dandelions or woody, like brambles. Large weeds can often be removed by hand, but removing smaller weeds from your lawn may require an effective pesticide.

Pesticides used for treating weeds are often called herbicides. There are two types of herbicides; selective herbicides control only certain types of weeds, typically either broad-leafed or grass-like weeds. Nonselective herbicides control and kill all plant types with which they come into contact. The application of a broad-leaf herbicide will affect and control the growth of broad-leaf plants. As such, this herbicide can usually be applied onto existing lawns, but will control only broad-leaf weeds. A grass herbicide controls the growth of grass type plants. Grass herbicides can safely be applied to flower beds and will have no impact on broadleaf plants, but will control and impact on grasses.

How weed killers work Some work by disrupting the fine balance of biochemical processes that occur within the plant. Often causing uncontrolled growth, twisting, thickening, elongation, and eventually death. The weed literally grows itself to death. Others target photosynthesis, the process where plants produce energy from sunlight. Blocking photosynthesis is only part of the story. When photosynthesis is blocked, highly toxic oxygen and other compounds form within the plant. These compounds rapidly destroy cell membranes, causing the weed to die.

Many selective herbicides target enzymes within plant cells. Enzymes allow complex chemical reactions to occur. When herbicide targets an enzyme it disrupts the sequence of complex chemical reactions, producing highly toxic compounds in the plant and killing the weed.

So why don't selective herbicides kill the useful plants we are trying to grow? The main reason is because the useful plants are able to metabolise (break down) the herbicide more rapidly than the weeds, allowing them to survive.

When to use weed killers Herbicides are most effective on actively growing plants, as the active ingredient is carried by the sap of the plant. The faster the plant is growing, the quicker the solution will be moved through the plant.

Application during less active growth periods are also effective, however the results will take longer.

How to use Weed plants fall into different families. Much like sprouts and cabbage are different plants but within the same group of plants, some weeds are in the same family group and some in different groups. Certain plant groups are susceptible to certain herbicides that other groups might not be affected by. Identifying what weed you need to kill, understanding which plant group it is in and what pesticide needs to be used to treat that specific group is the key to weed killing success. All herbicides have application rates. Much like medication you take at home has a recommended dose. Exceed the dose and you may cause issues, take too little and there may be no effect. Getting the dose right isn’t just about how much you pour out of the bottle, it’s also about how much water you add to the mix and how much of the mix is applied to the weed.

Is one application enough?

If you select the correct herbicide for the weed you aim to kill, use the correct dose rate and apply at the right time then often one application is enough. However some weed varieties are more resilient than others.

Some have thick leaf coatings or hairs that reduce the contact of the droplets of pesticide that have been sprayed on the weeds. Some weeds are persistent and are not controlled after only one application and several, consecutive applications are recommended. Applications may be necessary throughout the growing season and should continue until the weeds have been successfully controlled. Failing to do so may increase the weed’s resistance to the type of pesticide used – much like the risks of not finishing a course of antibiotics. Often additives can be used along with the pesticide to increase the efficacy of the chemicals present.

Remember, weeds are fast growing and quick to set and disperse seed. These seeds germinate to form new weeds, so regular herbicide applications are essential. It’s relatively complex, which is why you need to study for an exam to carry a licence to use pesticides. All the products we use in the garden are safe for pets and wildlife. For effective lawn weed control speak to a lawn care professional.

Ian Kenyon sits on the committee of the UK Lawncare Association and owns Shrekfeet Lawn and Garden Services. He is always happy to offer friendly, professional advice and help 01962 460146, 07739 789483 www.shrekfeet.com

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ALRESFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AWARD 2018 The Alresford Chamber of Commerce were very pleased to announce that Simon Evans of the Naked Grape has been awarded the Business award for 2018 for all his outstanding work within the community over and above running his business.

Simon has put in unmeasurable numbers of hours for the benefit of businesses, the town and the community over many years under his many roles. He is Chair of tourism for Alresford Town Council,Vice chair of the Watercress festival committee and active member of the Alresford Chamber of Commerce to name a few. His efforts are greatly appreciated. Simon runs an award winning successful business The Naked Grape in Alresford, Hungerford & Four Marks.

Congratualtions Simon – Thank you EASTER EGG HUNT WINNERS Four winners picked up their prizes from the Easter Egg Hunt – we had 245 entries this year a 23% increase on last year Congratualtions to Penny age 2 ½ , Abbey age 8, Herbie age 5 & Lucas age 5 who collected their prizes from Ragamuffins, Billy Goat, Tiffins Tea rooms and Rawlings opticians.

Thank you to all those who hosted eggs, had fun tracking them down and especially those kindly supplying the prizes.

AGM The AGM was well attended, members reviewed the events and projects completed in 2018 and looked forward to planning another year of promoting Alresford, the community and businesses.

LOCAL PLANNING APPLICATION Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 13/02145/FUL

OUR LOCAL SCHOOL NEEDS YOUR HELP!

(Amended). The high street is the heart of the Alresford community.

Its popularity is due to the diversity and large number of independent retailers. The chamber does not want to see the high street fragmented or denuded.

The Alresford Chamber of Commerce has been aware of the Long Barn's business proposition since 2010. The applicant initially presented their proposal to the Chamber committee prior to the barn being built and it received general support. The Chamber continues to support Long Barn as a valued local business as long as they adhere to the planning permission and conditions they were granted as per 11-01702FUL. Long Barn has developed and grown as an Alresford business which the Chamber is here to encourage.

However this retrospective application along with further investigation has made the Chamber aware that the initial conditions and restrictions that the Chamber supported have not been adhered to. A large number of our members has been clear about the detrimental financial impact on their businesses of Long Barn's failure to comply with the terms of their granted planning permission.

Therefore Alresford Chamber of Commerce objects to this application and cannot offer its support.

OTHER ALRESFORD CHAMBER PROJECTS THIS YEAR • Bring your dog to town 10th – 18th Aug • Ghost hunt 19th – 27th October If you’re not already a member, why not join the businesses that already are? Any businesses wishing to participate, sponsor or generally assist with any of our projects please do email us info@ alresfordchamber.co.uk.

Keep track of our events, follow us on Facebook Twitter & Instagram @AlresfordChamberofCommerce / AlresfordCofC info@alresfordchamber.co.uk www.alresfordchamber.co.uk

afford to live in the local area, this has had a direct impact on the new starter applications for the school this year, along with the essential government funding allocated per child and in which all schools hugely rely upon. Many of the schools nationwide are in deficit, and Mrs Jones has worked hard to avoid this situation by introducing volunteers and fundraising teams to the school, but there’s only so much the families who attend the school can raise.

With recently celebrating the schools 50th birthday, it highlights how integral this school has been to the Alresford community and their families over the years.

So we ask for your help by donating towards the school, to those who have used it in the past or may well be utilising it in the near future, however big or small, we would be so grateful and appreciative. Love from all the children, teachers and parents of Sun Hill Infants School.

Sun Hill Infant School is a highly regarded, local school and is proud of its Outstanding Ofsted rating, experienced & dedicated staff, and most importantly extremely happy, enthusiastic children, who love to learn!

Kim Owen Jones, is the most devoted and passionate Head Teacher, wanting to enrich young children’s education and development with a more varied approach to their learning that exceeds what the government requires. But due to young families not being able to

In the first instance donations can be made via cash or cheques made payable to Sun Hill Infant School. Or if you wish to make a BACS transfer, please contact the school directly on: 01962 732632 Sun Hill Infant School, Sun Lane, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9NB

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Carers Week – 10th- 16th June

ALRESFORD SURGERY NEWS - JUNE Surgery Closure There will be no GP appointments available on Tuesday 11th June in the afternoon so that our GPs and Practice Nurses can join the TARGET session. If you need medical help in a hurry you can use the normal Out of Hours service by dialling 111. The surgery Reception and Dispensary will also be closed.

TARGET stands for Time for Audit Research Governance and Training. This programme has worked very effectively in other parts of Hampshire and the sessions are well attended as the GPs and practice nurses find it useful to set aside dedicated time to work with their colleagues from other practices. Thank you for your co-operation.

NHS Health Check What is an NHS Health Check? It is a health check-up for adults in England aged 40-74. Its designed to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia. As we get older, we have a higher risk of developing one of these conditions. An NHS Health Check helps find ways to lower this risk.

If you’re in the 40-74 age group without a pre-existing condition, you can expect to be contacted by the Surgery. Alresford Surgery are inviting patients during the month of their birthday. We are trialing invitations by text message for those who have given their consent for a text. (If you haven’t given your consent & would like to do so, please let Reception know.) Others will receive a letter. For appointments please contact the Surgery and Reception will take your

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. The campaign is brought to life by thousands of individuals and organisations who come together to organise activities and events throughout the UK, drawing attention to just how important caring is. This Carers Week, we’re coming together to build communities that support the health and wellbeing of carers.

Around 6.5 million people in the UK are carers, looking after a parent, partner, child or friend. A carer is someone who provides unpaid care and support to a family member or friend who has a disability, illness, mental health problem or who needs extra help as they grow older. Caring can be a hugely rewarding experience but sometimes carers find it challenging to take care of their own well-being whilst caring. The impact of caring on health and well-being should not be underestimated this Carers week we will be looking to share examples of good practice from supporters of which have helped carers to stay Healthy and Connected. Find out how you can get involved in Carers Week to help carers to stay Healthy and Connected. https://www.carersweek.org/get-involved

Princess Carers Trust for Carers in Hampshire The work we do is varied and is tailored to the needs of each individual carer. Our focus is on giving carers accurate and up to date information on anything from disability aids to benefit claims. We also run special support groups, act as carers’ advocates. Liaise with Adult Services, GP’s, hospitals and the Benefits Agency amongst others and offer free counselling to carers by way of qualified voluntary counsellors.

Carer Support and Information Who is a carer?

A carer is someone who, without payment, looks after or provides help and support to a partner, child, relative, friend or neighbour who could not manage without that help.

This could be because of age, physical or mental illness, addiction or disability.

Anyone can become a carer. Carers come from all walks of life, all cultures, and can be of any age. Many carers do not consider themselves to be 'a carer'. They are just looking after, e.g. their mother, son, or best friend, just getting on with it without a second thought. Many carers also work

outside the home and are trying to juggle jobs with their responsibilities as carers.

Taking on a caring role can mean facing a life of poverty, isolation, frustration, ill health and depression. The majority of carers struggle alone and do not know what help is available. We are here to help. Call on 01264 835246

Police and Crime Panel (PCP) As you will be aware, one of the increases in your Council tax this year was by the Police & Crime Commissioner (PCC). This was approved by the PCP as the funding is allocated to recruit over 200 officers and PCSOs for the County. The PCC is working with the Commissioner to ensure more Police Officers and their visibility in our communities, hence the recent visit to the Arlebury on the 27th April. In the coming months, a new 101 system will be released – we are promised, greatly improving the service! We certainly hope so. You can report incidents on line, but if a crime is on-going use 999.

CARING FOR A PET DURING ILLNESS There are many charities and organisations that can help you look after your pet while you are ill, in care or hospitalised, as well as schemes that will ensure your beloved pet is cared for and rehomed after you have gone.

At home If you still live at home, but are struggling to care properly for your pet, the good news is that there are plenty of options available. If you can’t find a helpful neighbour or local dog walker, try; • Borrow My Doggy (020 3826 8628) – volunteer dog walkers.

• Pet Pals (01264 326362) – professional care for all domestic pets and small animals.

Going into hospital Worrying enough without also fretting about who will look after your pet. Try; • The Cinnamon Trust (01736 757 900) A network of volunteers who offer a pet fostering service.

Going into care Don’t fear the worst if you need to move into residential care or sheltered accommodation.

The Elderly Accommodation Counsel (0800 377 7070) has a list of pet friendly homes as does The Cinnamon Trust.

For more information, contact your local Village Agent, Denise on 07969 376023.

Village Agents are volunteers who can help you find information and local services that will enable you to stay living safely and independently.

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HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE Home Instead Senior Care commissioned a survey about eating habits for older people and they asked what their favourite dishes were. Celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager created a twist on three favourite recipes which are nutritious and simple to make in a short while.

A recent training session at Home Instead’s offices in Alresford used these recipes from the “Stay Nourished” campaign. CAREGivers were shown the benefits of eating well as we get older and what the warning signs of somebody affected by a poor diet and dehydration.

It finished with a fun session of making a meal in a mug which CAREGivers thoroughly enjoyed as they could eat the results of their efforts.

The Central Hampshire branch of Home Instead was set up in 2011

by Jan and Steve Gapper. They specialise in providing non-medical care for older people in their own homes, covering Alresford, Winchester, Eastleigh and Chandlers Ford.

Finding care for elderly loved ones to allow them to stay in their own homes for as long as possible can be daunting. Home

Instead Senior Care Central Hampshire can help. Whether it is personal care, companionship or home help, their care services are personalised and tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. They set out to provide care of an exceptional quality. Their CAREGivers are matched to the client, and spend a minimum of one hour with them on every visit, so they get to know each other well and develop a relationship based on trust and understanding of the clients’ needs.

Jan Gapper, Director of Care, says ‘We aim to deliver the level of care which I would be happy for a member of my own family to receive. We do this by training and investing in our dedicated team of CAREGivers on a continual basis to ensure we deliver the highest standard and quality of care so that our service is the best it can be.’

The team at Home Instead specialise in dementia care and often run free workshops and drop-in sessions for the local community. These sessions are informal, with no obligation, but have come about from a desire to help local families facing the uncertainty which comes for caring for a loved one with dementia. Home Instead is the only care provider certified to deliver accredited City & Guilds Dementia training to its CAREGivers, meaning families seeking home care services for a loved one with dementia can rest assured their family member will be in good hands.

If you are interested in learning more about home care services, or would like to apply to join their friendly team as a CAREGiver, please feel free to pop in to their offices, call 01962 736681 or email hants@homeinstead.co.uk

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COMMUNITY STORE BUILDING HAND OVER IN PRESTON CANDOVER

DAVINA'S - FANTASTIC DRESSES IN WARSASH Davina’s of Warsash is a must visit for every discerning lady seeking to stand out in a crowd, or attending a Royal Garden Party, visit to Henley, or Ascot, or on a special day out.You will also find an ample choice of day wear suitable for every casual occasion, or for work use.

Jane Laws pictured (centre) receiving a giant key from Christian Mc Cabe of CPFM Contstruction, surrounded by CVCS committee members including (on extreme left) Charles Bradshaw, project manager.

Six months after work started on construction of a brand new community store and post office in Preston Candover, the building has officially been handed over to Candover Valley Community Store committee chairman Jane Laws. Christian McCabe, main contractor and owner of Alresford-based CPFM Construction presented Jane with the key outside the front doors of the building on Friday 17 May. The 95sqm building is due to open for trading at 10.00am on Monday 10 June once final fit-out and stocking is completed. The post office will open the following day at 2.00pm.

“This is such a milestone for us,” said Jane Laws. “It has been a long journey to reach this point and we are all so thrilled to see this lovely building coming alive. Inside the store is a bright, airy space that will provide an array of useful and tempting goods available seven days a week as well as a cheerful welcome for locals and passers-by. We are immensely grateful to everyone whose generosity and hard work has ensured this vital local amenity is not lost.”

Candover Valley Store will offer a range of groceries, fresh meat, fruit and vegetables as well as chilled and frozen foods with the focus on local produce wherever possible. Greetings cards, gift items and wines will be available too. A range of useful services will be available at the post office counter.

A small coffee area with tables and chairs will allow customers to relax while they shop and enjoy a hot drink with a slice of homemade cake or a sandwich and a chat with friends. Free WiFi will also be provided. The store will be open from 8.00am until 6.00pm during the week with shorter hours on Saturday and halfday opening on Sundays.

A team of volunteers will help to run the store alongside recently appointed manager Garry Green and local resident and mother of two, Emma Simpson in the assistant manager role. Funds of £220,000 to build, fit out and stock the store were raised through a share scheme, donations from local benefactors and grants from a variety of institutions including Hampshire County Council, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, The Prince’s Countryside Fund, National Lottery Awards for All and the Linbury Trust.

Please contact the website www.candovervalleycommunitystore.org. uk for further information about volunteering to help in the store or about becoming a shareholder, or call Jane Laws (01256 389491) or Lucy Muncey (01256 389338).

Davina’s remains the leading supplier of Mother of the Bride/Groom wear in Hampshire/Dorset with over 200 outfits to choose from. Leading brands of structured outfits are Condici, John Charles and Veni Infantino.There is also a large range of less formal clothes, ideal for beach weddings in warm climates. Customers are offered a ‘one stop shop’ to include hats, hatinators, fascinators, shoes and handbags.

Young ladies wanting to look stunning will also find it a place to visit to see the latest array of prom dresses by Mascara. Do come and visit.

Everyone is welcome including husbands and partners wishing to be included. Davina and her knowledgeable staff of Louise, Hazel and Enola will do their best to give you exemplary service and make your visit an enjoyable experience.

Davina’s is open from 10 – 5 every Monday to Saturday. It is located two doors away from Peter Nash Specialist Cars.There is unlimited free parking opposite.

Tel: 01489 880900 www.davinasladiesfashion.co.uk 7 Warsash Road,Warsash, SO31 9HW

POPULAR BISHOP'S WALTHAM BOCANTE RETURNS ON SUNDAY 14TH JULY The return of this very popular event for a 3rd year offering a mixture of Antiques,Collectables Curios,Vintage Retro, bric-a-brac,Vinyl records and those ‘must-have’ quirky finds from traders, enthusiasts as well as people just wanting to clear out their garages, outhouses and cupboards - why not come and join us.

A fun day out for all the family with street food, entertainment and also Serena our favourite vintage singer will entertain you. Many of the eateries and shops of Bishops Waltham will be open.

For more information T: 07514 680872 / M: 023 8045 3465 jackieedwardsmarketing@gmail.com www.acvrevents.co.uk

Oakleaf Stationery Ltd

OPENING TIMES Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm Sat 9.30am - 1pm

A comprehensive range of all types of stationery – business and social Supplier of printer cartridges, art and craft materials, party and sewing items and a good selection of childrens stickers, colouring and painting books.

SERVICES WE OFFER...

Photocopying Laminating Document Binding Scan to Email Personalised Printing Agent Transfer to DVD Agent

We are also a UPS Access Point Visit us at : 56 West Street, Alresford, Hants SO24 9AU 01962 736116 info@oakleafstationery.co.uk

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MONTHLY GENERAL SALE ANTIQUES & INTERIORS

Saturday 1st June Commencing 10am

No. 1 in Hampshire and Dorset for Mother of the Bride/Groom & quality label day wear Davina’s has the largest up-to-date selection of high quality designer wear and ladies’ fashion clothing. If you are looking for a Mother of the Bride/Groom outfit, special occasion wear, cruise wear, or simply an addition to your seasonal wardrobe, then Davina’s is for you.

Viewing: Friday 31st May 10am - 7pm Morning of sale 8.30am

Saturday 15th June Commencing 10am

Viewing: Friday 14th 10am - 7pm Morning of sale 8.30am

Tel: 01489 880900 or shop online at: www.davinasladiesfashion.co.uk

Illustrated catalogues available to view online at www.the-saleroom.com www.andrewsmithandson.com

7 Warsash Road, Warsash, Southampton, SO31 9HW

Enquiries: t:01962 735988 e:auctions@andrewsmithandson.com

Open Mon - Sat: 10am - 5pm

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Gold Opal & Diamond Necklace Just in from one18ct of Antwerp’s oldest family owned manufacturers, Was £1,795 NOW £1,200 A collection of three stone rings with brightly coloured sapphires and 18ctJapanese White Gold Moonstone & Diamond Akoya Cultured Pearls Ring rubies and finely cut white diamonds in good quality 18ct gold mounts.

Earrings Left to Right: Was £1,895 NOW £1,250 7.5 mm PearlPrices with Diamond Setto Petal Surround £895 from £845 £1395 40amm West Street, Alresford, 6.5 Pearl with Four Diamonds Pre-Owned Cluster Ring Hants in£350 18ct Gold

40a Street, Hants Tel: 01962Alresford, 732200 by 40aWest West Street, Alresford, Hants Emerald Cut Diamond Surrounded Calibre Cut Sapphires 40a West Street, Tel: 01962 732200 Tel: 01962Alresford, 732200 Hants www.dbarkerandson.co.uk Tel: 01962 732200 0.75ct Centre Diamond www.dbarkerandson.co.uk www.dbarkerandson.co.uk www.dbarkerandson.co.uk £5,175

40a West Street, Alresford, Hants Tel: 01962 732200 www.dbarkerandson.co.uk

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House of Gallet

Moda Rosa

Don't forget to pop in and see our range of

Bring us your designer wear and see how it works

Father's Day cards for June 16th.

Designer Wear (new/pre-loved) Tue-Sat 9.30am to 4.30pm

Dress by Chiara Boni 35 West Street, Alresford, SO24 9AB

Tel: 01962 732192 | 10 West Street, Alresford

Tel: 01962 735362 | www.houseofgallet.co.uk

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D.Barker & Son

Design Realities

Ragamuffin

Dalvey Pocket Flask in Stainless Steel - £49

A wide selection of cushions in our showroom

Hand smocked cotton dress by award winning designer

40A West Street, Alresford, SO24 9AU

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Question Everything. Available from 0-6 years, from - £36.99

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Andrew Smith & Son - Auctioneers

Westlands Farm Shop

Vaughan

Monthly general antiques and interiors sale - Bidding

Home grown strawberries now in stock. Westlands Farm,

Lighting, Furniture and Textiles. Summer Sales 13th &

starts 10am sale days - Saturday 1st and 15th June

Pricketts Hill, Wickham, SO32 2JW

14th June.Vaughan House, Moorside Road, SO23 7SA

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Lavenders

Full eaten pear £30, Pear trinket Box Large -

New Winchester product range in stock.

Ceramic elephant vase, £59

£22 Small £7.50

Exclusive Alresford design coming soon!

19 Broad Street, Alresford, SO24 9AR

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Tel: 01962 732192 | 10 West Street, Alresford

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Pulpo Negro

Billy Goat

D.Barker & Son

Chicken & Churros - £12

SaltWater sandals - Tan £59.50 different colours available

Sterling Silver Bangle by Lucy Quartermain - £195

Available: Tue-Fri 12-3pm / Tue-Thur 6-7pm

Water friendly sandals that go in the washing machine!

40A West Street, Alresford, SO24 9AU

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Flowers by the Bridge

Soles Butchers

All Good Things of Wickham

Beautiful, seasonal flowers inspired by my cutting garden on sale

Lamb Kofte's, Tikka Kebabs. Award winning sausages & burgers.

Thurs, Friday and Saturday by the bridge in West Meon

Bar-B-Que packs available. from £8 5 Broad Street, Alresford

Eco-friendly products and refill service. Unit 16, Shedfield Equestrian Centre, SO32 2HN

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LONG BARN BULLETIN C E L E B R AT I N G 10 Y E A R S

The Old Sheep Fair Bishops Sutton Road Alresford, SO24 9EJ T: 01962 738 684 longbarn.co.uk

ISSU E #8 J U N E 2019

“SU M M ER AF TERNOON; TO M E THOSE HAVE ALWAYS BEEN TH E T WO MOST BE AUTI FU L WORDS I N TH E ENG LISH L ANGUAG E.” Henry James ‘ Summer Lavender at Long Barn ’ painting by Dan Williams

SUMMER at Long Barn marks the welcome return of our favourite flower in full bloom. Our oak framed Barn is once again awash with lavender’s uplifting aroma and delicate colour.

We are situated on a site, which, since the 1860’s, was used to pen herds of sheep for the Alresford Sheep Fair, hence ‘ The Old Sheep Fair ’ address.

Our 5000 LAVENDER plants now grow where once as many as 16,000 sheep huddled, and we are proud to link with Alresford’s rich trading history. We got our start selling

at farmers markets, then moved into our first shop on nearby East Street and now reside in our current home on Bishop’s Sutton Road.Long Barn: home, garden store and cafe has been a favoured destination in the pretty, bustling market town’s history since 2009 and this year we CELEBRATE 10 YEARS trading from our beautifully rural home in the heart of the English countryside. Many of you will have sons, daughters, family and friends who work with us and we’d like to invite you all to join us in the

warmer months for a spot of al fresco feasting in our outdoor CAFE and to take part in an exciting schedule of anniversary events that truly celebrates our love of lavender. Starting in July enjoy exhibits showcasing our heritage as growers and distillers, a botanical drawing and wreath making workshop out on the PLANT TERRACE using our own grown English lavender as well as floral installations and fragrant displays. It’s bound to be spectacular - we look forward to welcoming you all to enjoy the season.

L AV E N D E R A DV I S O RY We have one of the largest selections of lavender available in the country.

As growers, it’s only fitting we celebrate the full diversity of the flower and Richard Norris, our founder, and resident lavender expert has selected an enviable collection. Discover little-known varieties such as Little Lady, Loddon Blue, and Melissa Lilac, alongside classics, Hidcote, Munstead, and Grosso on our plant sales terrace.

L AV E N D E R S E A S O N OPENING TIMES THE BARN Monday to Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10am-4pm Bank Holiday times may vary.

Please call ahead.

CAFE Monday to Friday: 9am-4.15pm Breakfast: 9.30am-11.15am Lunch: 12pm-2.30pm Tea & cake: All day Saturday: 9am-4.15pm Brunch: 9.30am-2pm Tea & cake: All day Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10am 3.30pm Brunch: 10am-2pm Tea & cake: All day

SUMMER DATES FATHERS DAY Sunday 16th June FIRST DAY OF SUMMER Thursday 21st June LAVENDER HIGH SEASON July - August SUMMER BANK HOLIDAY Monday 26th August

O U R C O L L EC T I O N Long Barn are celebrating 15 years as English lavender growers and distillers. We commissioned London based landscape painter Dan Williams to capture our lavender farm in Hampshire in a series of beautiful ink drawings that now adorn new packaging for this special year. Inspired by the English countryside around us, we offer a range of goods from our annual lavender crop. Our range is made entirely from simple, natural ingredients and we never compromise on quality. Discover the collection in store and online.

We’re Expanding! New Alresford hospital open now!

We are an independently owned Small Animal and Equine practice and our aim is to provide the highest standard of clinical care for your animals We have fully equipped surgeries with the latest equipment and highly skilled staff as well as specialist surgeons.

An on site laboratory for quick diagnostic results.

Laparoscopic/keyhole surgery to perform spays, biopsies of abdominal organs We have a practice preventative healthcare plan which helps you spread the cost of your pets routine treatment including parasite control and yearly boosters!

Portable digital radiography and ultrasound equipment for equine diagnosis.

To continue to offer the best possible service, we have invested in a new purpose built, state of the art hospital, which we are delighted to announce opened at the end of May 2019! We look forward to welcoming you to our new hospital soon...

ALTON: 01420 82163 ALRESFORD: 01962 732535 FOUR MARKS: 01420 562048

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Telephone Gary or Andy on 01962 771331 or 771881 www.northmotor.co.uk info@northmotor.co.uk

New Farm Motor Services Ltd New Farm Road, Alresford, SO24 9QE

01962 732338 L.P.G.A approved autogas conversions www.autogas.com

Allows your petrol engine vehicle to run on Autogas, a fuel costing approximately 76p per ltr, with the environmental benefits of a 20% reduction in carbon dioxide production and 2000 times fewer particulates produced from the exhaust fumes when compared with a diesel. Widely available across the country and locally in Winnall, Winchester and West Meon Hut service station.

The government has committed to this fuel difference for the future.

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Class 7 Vans from 3,000 - 3,500kg Class 4 Cars and Vans up to 3,000kg All makes of cars and vans serviced and repaired All makes of truck and horsebox up to 7500kg maintained and prepared for ministry plating tests

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post recent trial in association with RHS. Open: Sunday July 14th 2pm to 4pm (also By Arrangement): Admission: £5.00 children free: Refreshments: Home-made teas: For further details click on link: https://www.ngs.org.uk/find-a-garden/garden/3145

NATIONAL OPEN GARDEN SCHEME Hospital of St Cross - Winchester SO23 9SD The Medieval Hospital of St Cross nestles in water meadows beside the River Itchen and is one of England's oldest almshouses.

The tranquil, walled Master's Garden, created in the late C17 by Bishop Compton, now contains colourful herbaceous borders, old fashioned roses, interesting trees and a large fish pond. The Compton Garden has unusual plants of the type he imported when Bishop of London. Open: Sunday 7th July 2pm to 5pm: Admission: £4.00 children free: Refreshments: Homemade teas in the Hundred Men’s Hall: For further information click on link: https://www.ngs.org.uk/find-a-garden/garden/32776 Bramdean House - Alresford SO24 0JU Beautiful 5 acre garden best known for its mirror image herbaceous borders. Also carpets of spring bulbs, especially snowdrops and a large and unusual collection of plants and shrubs giving year round interest. 1 acre walled garden featuring prize-winning vegetables, fruit and flowers. Small arboretum. Many hardy Nerine cultivars,

Terstan - Stockbridge SO20 6DW A garden for all seasons, developed over 45 yrs into a profusely planted, contemporary cottage garden in peaceful surroundings.

There is a constantly changing display in pots, starting with tulips and continuing with many unusual plants. Live music for NGS openings. Open: Sunday 21st July 2pm to 6pm (also By Arrangement): Admission: £5.00 children free: Refreshment: Home-made teas: For further details click on link: https://www. ngs.org.uk/find-a-garden/garden/22660

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PRESTIGE CARS OF ALRESFORD TEL: 01962 865602 MOBILE: 07752 570787 OR VISIT WWW.PRESTIGECARSALRESFORD.CO.UK

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Welding specialists Tyres for cars and motorcycles 4 wheel laser alignment LPG for sale for cars Recovery services

• Free collection • Diagnostic testing (including Landrover) • Courtesy cars • Certificated engineers

MOT TEST CENTRE FOR: Cars, motorcycles and vans up to 3,000kg.

All makes serviced and repaired.

Class 4 MOT's

Class 1 & 2 Motorcycles

MOT's WHILE YOU WAIT

Andrews Autosource Carefully Selected Cars Approved by trading standards

'WE DON'T BUY ANY OLD CAR' BUT, WE BUY VERY GOOD CARS OF ANY AGE, FOR CASH! SO IF YOU HAVE ONE TO SELL, OR WOULD LIKE SOME FREE ADVICE PLEASE GIVE ROSS A CALL. AND, WE DON'T CHARGE A FEE! The following cars have been carefully selected because of their low mileage, excellent condition and service history.

UNIT 5, SHELF HOUSE, NEW FARM ROAD, ALRESFORD, SO24 9QE

Tel: 01962 733888 e:mike1ams1@aol.com Specialising in 'your Social Life Lifts'

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Repairs Servicing M.O.T

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Servicing, MOT, Tyres & Bodywork Repairs

FREE Local collection and courtesy cars (T&C's apply) Free Safety Checks

Please ring our friendly team on: 01962 736186 andy.wilcan@live.co.uk www.wilcan.co.uk THE LONG BARN, WINCHESTER ROAD, ALRESFORD, SO24 9EZ

2017 (66) Renault Captur Dynamique Nav 1.2, 1 owner, Sat nav,

Parking sensors, cruise control, ONLY1,290 miles £11395 2016 (16) Honda Jazz 1.3 EX Automatic 5 door,

1 owner, 14,000 miles

2015 (65) Mazda 3 2.0 SE-L Navigation 5 door,

1 owner, £ 30 road tax 16,000 miles

£10995

2016 (16) Peugeot 308 SW 1.2 Active Estate 130 bhp

1 owner, £ 20 road tax 16,000 miles

2016 (65) Vauxhall Insignia Sri Estate Tourer, sat nav,

cruise etc 1 owner, £20 road tax, 21,000 miles

£10995 £10495

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2015 (65) Citroen C4 HDi Feel special edition, a/c

2 owners, Zero road tax, 28,000 miles

£7495

2011 (11) Renault Wind 1.2 GT Roadster, electric roof,

2 owners, 28,000 miles

£4795

2011 (61) Honda Jazz 1.3 EX , 1 owner, 67,000 miles

£4795

2010 (60) Peugeot 107 Urban 5 door,

2 owners, £20 road tax, 30,000 miles

£3395

CLASSIC CARS 1974 MGB GT, Fantastic condition and history, matching

numbers, only 50,000 miles from new

£9995

VIEW OUR CURRENT STOCK AT www.andrews-autosource.co.uk/vehicle-stock

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GOSS & PARTNERS - ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN IN THE MEON VALLEY

STEVE BRINE M.P Spring saw the third mass cycle ride in Winchester and it was lovely to take part once again, this time with young Emily.

Organised by Cycle Winchester, an energetic campaign which simply aims to make Winchester better by bike, it saw several hundred of us form a cycle train around the one-way system in town. The event is important but it cannot of course be an end in itself. Bottom line is that action speaks louder than wheels and one thing we need to see is more than a few yards of dedicated, safe, cycle ways in the District if we’re going to turn Winchester into the cycle city it should be.

That is vital if parents like me are going to have the confidence to do this much more often with our children; in the city for sure but across the District including here in Alresford and the Itchen Valley. How many of us would feel comfortable at present cycling with our little ones along the main road through Itchen Abbas or along the Avenue, let alone let them go that way to school or to visit friends?

Goss & Partners is a design studio specialising in architectural drawings and services. Founded by Alfie Goss, an Architectural designer in Waltham Chase. The business offers services around Hampshire, including consultation, CAD drawings, and 3D Rendering & Planning services.

Having been around construction since a young age, Alfie had always had a keen eye for design. Working with various practices across the south coast, Alfie began to learn and develop his skills and whilst training at university grew a strong knowledge into design and software representation.

Still studying at University, Alfie is always learning new ideas and further developing his understanding of how to design and fabricate a building. Therefore, he strategized a way to use his skills in design and CAD drawing, 3D Rendering, Urban Strategy Planning & Concept Development to offer fair and flexible services, which built up the company’s portfolio and produced quality architecture for his clients.

Having worked closely with a specialist timber frame building company, Goss & Partners has the ability to produce specialised timber frame designs and can integrate designs with the building company for constructional work. All of this meant that Goss & Partners could cut down on so called ‘architect fees’ meaning they could charge a fair price for their work.

For more information Tel: 07899 8990631 www.gossandpartners.co.uk The Old Barn, Clewers Lane, Waltham Chase, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2LP

It all reminds me of a piece of work I was involved in early during my time as our MP, as Vice Chair of the All-Party Cycling Group.

The Get Britain Cycling inquiry was huge and produced a weighty report full of recommendations for central and local Government.

One key aspect came under the heading “redesigning our roads, streets and communities” and said local authorities should seek to deliver cycle-friendly improvements including segregated cyleways that keep vehicle and cyclist apart. Progress has been made but not enough and not here. You can find more on this and see that landmark report at www.stevebrine.com/cycling Secondly, and sticking with the Green Winchester agenda I have pursued for more than 12-years now, I have already used my new position on the backbenches to speak out on the environment and it was during a debate in the aftermath of the Extinction Rebellion protests I called for a new Green Deal in our country.

We absolutely should set our sights on the net zero emissions target Ministers have asked the Committee on Climate Change for advice on. As I said in the House of Commons, a new Green Deal is about tackling one of the biggest issues we face in getting there - retrofitting existing housing stock. And it’s not all doom and gloom and things we need to give up or pain we need to feel; better insulated homes benefit the environment but they save us on energy bills at the same time. It’s an issue I will be robustly pursuing in Parliament!

You can follow my work in this area, and find links to the social media connected to GW via www.greenwinchester.com Finally, see my reaction to the latest Brexit developments, via my website at www.stevebrine.com but please ‘like’ my Page at www.fb.com/SteveBrineMP for instant updates.

Steve Brine - MP for Winchester, Alresford & Itchen Valley

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What we offer Using CAD software we can produce scale drawings for any design specification or create designs based on a criteria

Find out more To find out more and get a complimentary consultation, head to our website or send us an email today Goss & Partners info@gossandpartners.co.uk www.gossandpartners.co.uk

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by Andy Morffew

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olden, late September sunlight slanted through the beech branches overhanging the road, and the lingering morning mist was swiftly departing as she turned down a lane with a halfhidden entrance. In a wooden cabin by a lake, a welcome, a cup of coffee and a bacon sandwich awaited amongst the assorted fisher-folk who too had bought a ticket - and presumably a rod licence - to fish that day. After brushing the breadcrumbs from her coat, she was led to a bench by the waterside and the lesson began with tying something called a half-blood knot. Applying herself diligently, she attached the recommended ‘green montana’ to her fishing line. Pleased with her achievement, she sucked her bleeding thumb gently as she observed the next step; casting.

Well, that looked easy. And then again looks can be deceptive. That thrashing thing she was doing with her rod, line and fly? - it in no way resembled that effortless thing everyone else was doing. As she, yet again, disengaged her montana from the waterside sedge (and then from her thumb), it was patiently explained that she was not a coachman, the rod not a whip, and the water not a team of reluctant horses. No, it seemed that she should move the rod firmly back and forth as if it were hands on a clockface from ten until two. Tick.Tock.To and fro. Although alien and awkward, this method improved proceedings mightily and her fly actually landed in the water more than two feet from the bank! A little more practice of letting the line out with each forward ‘tick’ and the fly was travelling farther towards the middle of the limpid pool. Pulling the line back, she varied the speed, twitching the fly as if it were a living (although floundering and hopefully soon-to-be-consumed) insect. Totally absorbing. Time ceased to have meaning and the unheeded autumnal sun reaching its zenith warmed her back, as she cast and retrieved and cast again.

“No luck yet? Try a different fly – fish might fancy something else from the menu, so to speak.”

The helpful advice gave her the opportunity to choose something colourful and attractive from the tin. A red, black and white striped affair with a gleam of silver tempted her. Utterly dissimilar from the little drab thing she’d snipped from her line with the titchy scissors, she attached it after a couple of attempts and a bit more thumb sucking.

A half decent cast – the furthest yet - and there was a wondrous great ripple of water as her cheery fly was snatched from beneath. The line streaked away and the reel let out a genteel scream. Suddenly, instruction was forthcoming from all quarters; “Keep your tip up and your rod’ll act like a spring.” “Keep the line tight.”

“Give it line.” “Reel it in…”

And she learned to give and to take, to let the fish swim and then to reel it back towards her. Slowly, slowly, she allowed the fish to tire, let it swim away less and brought it back towards her more, until she was able to use a proffered net to land it. With an audience, she dispatched the four pound trout using a weighted antler ‘priest’ and removed the fly from its mouth with forceps, thankfully no thumb sucking required. Something primeval within her stirred and her inner hunter-gatherer was elated.

Much later, as dusk deepened and the air turned damp and cool with the returning mist, she sat in a deckchair, sipping hot tea, reflecting upon the day. The evening rise had yielded a three pound brown trout. She’d bake this one in the oven with butter, silky fronds of dill and slices of lemon – to be eaten with hollandaise, baby potatoes and peas, mmn… For the earlier, larger rainbow she had other designs; given the number of a local smokery, she planned to enjoy that catch for longer.

It had been an exciting, extraordinary day. A day of firsts: First fish caught, something she’d dreamed about as a child – literally. In the bizarre way of dreams she’d fished at a swimming pool and caught a sturgeon. She supposed she might have been a strange kid. With her barbecued steak lunch, a first slice of giant puffball fried in olive oil. Delicious – who knew? And the most surprising first; akin to some tropical serpent, a grass snake seen swimming across the lake, lazy, sinuous.

A double-take, a look around. Still England.

Driving home in the dark, favouring her tender thumb, she planned a tetanus booster and added fly fishing kit to her virtual Christmas list.

Along with the trout, it seemed that she too was hooked… © Lucia Foster-Found 2019 www.luciafosterfound.com

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HAMPSHIRE’S AWA R D W I N N I N G J A PA N E S E R E S TA U R A N T This sweet little restaurant is a hit with the locals. Authentic Japanese dishes are prepared with care and there’s good detail in the execution. The tempura, sushi and sashimi are highlights but don’t overlook the small plates.

70 PARCHMENT STREET, WINCHESTER, SO23 8AT T: 01962 890 895 www.kyotokitchen.co.uk

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Showcase Saturday 29th June 2-6pm If you have wondered whether local Sparkling Wine is as good as Champagne then this is your chance to find out. On Saturday 29th June its your chance to taste the superb local Sparkling Wines that are grown right on your doorstep. We will be showcasing these Champagne style wines, grown with huge care and skill in sites just a few miles from Alresford.

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FOOD & DRINK COMMUNITY HOME Hearing from you Lots of people air their views, but there are those who go along in life, thinking the Council does what the Council wants, regardless of what people say. However, I had a very interesting conversation with a young man in his early 20s recently, who complained about the type of housing available compared to what he would wish for.

He did admit that he didn’t think his voice mattered. So my plea to you, is, particularly if you are younger – older people tend to be pretty good at letting us know what they think – let me know your gripe/wishes/needs and then I can build a case.

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WINCHESTER CITY COUNCILLOR MONTHLY REPORT JUNE 2019 The Election result for WCC – not the outcome we were seeking, however I am still an elected Councillor for Alresford & Itchen Valley here to represent the views of residents, assist them in Council matters and speak out for Parishes or the Town as requested.

Running. An obsession which has had to slow, due to twisting my ankle dog walking! If you need some encouragement, on Facebook you can find “Alresford Couch to 5k” which already has 139 members and only started up a few weeks ago. I haven’t lost any weight, but I have changed shape, and the mental space it gives me is uplifting even if some days running feels a struggle. This is my time and space, whether that’s 30 minutes or an hour. Think about what you do for yourself – totally for yourself.

Provide a free, confidential and impartial advice on issues debt, benefit claims, housing, legal agreements, consumer rights – in fact pretty much anything. Partly funded by WCC to assist residents, but they are a registered Charity. Their goal is to help everyone find a way forward, whatever problem they face. Perhaps you might leave them a gift in your Will or make a regular contribution to assist those in need? Volunteers are qualified to answer your questions, so they are an excellent first place to call – for free! You can email them at advice@winchesterdistrictcab.org.uk or telephone 03444 111 306.

Winchester Criterium A warning, or invite to attend, Sunday 9th June Winchester will be very busy with cyclists. It’s a great spectacle with professional cyclists young and old, as well as those who just ride the route for fun. You have to be entered to ride the route, but it’s a good day out with lots going on.

SHELAA News The plethora of sites submitted to WCC for the next phase of the local plan, which is around ensuring we have a continuing land supply for housing and economic growth is underway. The next meeting is due in June to review the submissions and look at where any allocation might be possible, if required! Land submitted in no way has any permission for development, it still has to be approved as part of the local plan and the strong local plan currently in place for the District means we are able to resist further attempts for development of sites.

Police and Crime Panel (PCP) As you will be aware, one of the increases in your Council tax this year was by the Police & Crime Commissioner (PCC). This was approved by the PCP as the funding is allocated to recruit over 200 officers and PCSOs for the County. The PCC is working with the Commissioner to ensure more Police Officers and their visibility in our communities, hence the recent visit to the Arlebury on the 27th April. In the coming months, a new 101 system will be released – we are promised, greatly improving the service! We certainly hope so. Report incidents on line, but if a crime is on-going use 999.

FROM THE CHAIRMAN - ALRESFORD WATERCRESS FESTIVAL I would like to thank all of the committee for all the hard work they do throughout the year - well done. But, without the help we as a community get from the many organisations who man barriers, run all four car parks, and other important jobs throughout the day - the festival just would not run, so to you many thanks for a long days work. We may have done quite well, but we do not know until all the monies have been collected. Finally thank you the people of Alresford for coming, we hope you enjoyed your day.

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CITIZENS ADVICE WINCHESTER DISTRICT

JACKIE’S COUNTY CORNER FOR JUNE Does your child have a favourite school lunch?

Pizza is popular, and fish & chips of course!

School meals are set to rise by 10p in the Autumn, bringing the price to £2.40 per day.

The higher cost of ingredients (sourced in the UK) and minimum wage increases have prompted the County Council to charge more.

Will you be able to cope with the increased charge? Is your entitlement to Free School Meals still valid? Please contact me if this will be a problem for you.

‘County Lines’ is the euphemistic term used to describe the massive and growing ‘industry’ of child exploitation as gang masters enlist young people to become drug mules, delivering dangerous drugs out into the shires. It is estimated that the value of this drug peddling in the UK was £37 billion in 2018. ACE children (those who have Adverse Childhood Experiences) are particularly at risk of being exploited in this way. If you are at all concerned about a child being exploited, please call the Police or Children’s Services on 0300 555 1384, more details on the website.

I’m aware that this is a heavy subject for a village magazine, but we should all be aware of the impact of County Lines and drug use in Hampshire. County Councillors of all colours who care about children have committed to informing residents about the impact of drug use by rich and poor.

It’s a terrible fact, but our county demographic makes Hampshire a worthwhile target for gangs.

If you are purchasing ‘recreational drugs’, you are contributing to this industry. Please stop.

For some time, I have been working with County officers to increase the likelihood that new residential roads are adopted. Now we have a change of administration at the City Council, I will be bringing this issue to the Local Plan debate. Developers can’t be forced to have roads adopted, but not doing so puts another financial

burden (as well as Council Tax) onto residents and risks hidden poor workmanship when links into mains services are made. If this affects you, I’d like to hear your story.

Do you want to purchase an electric car but your home arrangements prevent you from charging it? If we want to act on the climate emergency, this is one box we need to tick.

This was raised during canvassing and I will be pursuing the challenge: how to put an electricity charging point into the road for your car if you don’t have an allocated parking space or drive.

How do you manage your food waste? I’m particularly keen to hear from flat dwellers. If you have a good idea about reducing waste, you may be able to get a grant to follow it through.

Go to www.hants.gov.uk, and search grants for more details- or contact me direct.

Lesley Rose, Advice Services Manager for Citizens Advice Winchester District, advises what action to take if you’re struggling to pay your council tax.

My first council tax bill of the year has come through and I know I’m not going to be able to afford it with so many other important bills to pay, let alone food.What should I do?

Council tax arrears is a “priority debt”, which means you need to address it before paying off other non-priority loans like credit cards.

Once you’ve missed a council tax payment, you’re in “arrears” and so owe money to your council.You should receive a letter from your council - it’s important not to ignore this as after 14 days your council can take you to court and request you pay your entire year’s bill at once.

It’s important you speak to the council straight away if you don’t think you can pay. Ask to speak to someone in the council tax office and tell them about your situation.

Schools and young people have been asking for crossing points at entrances to their towns and in Winchester. A pelican crossing (Pedestrian Light Controlled) or a Zebra crossing tends to have two functions- it enables everyone to cross safely and slows down traffic just a little. I am really pleased that the Public Health County Department has recently assigned an officer to every planning authority to ensure communities are planned for residents to live more healthily: crossing points are one way to reduce the barrier to more walking and cycling.

Cllr Jackie Porter Telephone/text 07973 696085 Jackie.porter@hants.gov.uk Twitter @JackieLibDem www.jackieporter.co.uk

You’ll probably be asked to commit to paying a regular amount each month. If you're not sure how much you can afford, use the Citizen Advice budgeting tool or talk to one of our specialist advisers.

If you're on a low income, you might be able to get a reduction on your council tax bill.You might also be able to qualify for your council’s Hardship Scheme.You can read more about getting help with your council tax on the Citizens Advice website.

If you fail to pay your council tax arrears you’ll have to pay court costs and possibly bailiff fees as well as your debt, which can add hundreds of pounds to your bill.

If you’re struggling with multiple debts you can contact your local Citizens Advice. Citizens Advice Winchester District has services in Winchester, Bishop’s Waltham, Alresford, Denmead and Wickham.

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HELP SAVE THE HONEY BEE Saving the bees is a big job- but taking action is easy!

By starting in your own community, you can help make our world a healthier place for bees. Here are some things that you can do to save our bees: Protect bee habitat One of the largest threats to bees is the lack of habitat due to urban sprawl. If you notice a lack of green space in your neighborhood, you can volunteer to plant a bee garden or create a habitat corridor with nectarrich plants such as wildflowers.You don’t need a ton of space to help save the bees- gardens can be established in small spaces like balconies or street corners, and flowers can be planted along roadways and other public areas.You can also get involved with your local government to advocate sensible limits to development where you live.

Avoid harmful pesticides Synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, and herbicides are harmful to bees.

Using these pesticides in your garden can not only keep bees away, but also endanger their lives. If you must treat your garden, opt for organic pesticide options and spray at night when pollinators are least active.

Or use beneficial insects such as praying mantises and ladybugs in your garden. Avoid chemicals belonging to the neonicotinoid family at all costs, as they are especially harmful to bees.

Plant a bee-friendly garden Flowers help feed bees and other valuable pollinators. Not only will you be helping save the bees by planting bee-friendly plants, but you’ll helping your garden as well. Some tips: • Avoid hybrid flowers, which may be sterile and have little or no nectar or pollen • Skip the double flowers, which lack pollen • Make sure you’ll have blooms for bees year round.

• Plant flowers in patches - bees like to focus on one flower type at a time • Leave an undisturbed plot for ground-nesting bees

Bees Need Trees Bees aren’t only just interested in perennials! In fact, did you know that bees get most of their nectar from trees? When a tree blooms, it provides bees with hundreds if not thousands of blossoms to feed from. Trees are not only a great food source for bees but they are also essential to a bees habitat.Tree leaves and resin provide nesting material for bees, while their natural wood cavities make excellent shelters.With deforestation and development on the rise, you can help bolster bee habitats by caring for trees and joining tree-planting parties in your area.

Create a Bee Bath A fun activity that can also help save the bees is creating a bee bath. Fill a shallow bird bath or a small dish or bowl with clean water, and arrange pebbles and stones inside so that they poke out of the water. Bees will land on the stones and pebbles to drink the water as they take a break from foraging and pollinating.

Build homes for solitary and bumble bees Did you know that, with the exception of honeybees, most bees are solitary creatures? 70% of bees live underground, while 30% live in holes inside of trees or hollow stems. Since many solitary and bumble bees build their nests in undisturbed land, why not keep an untouched plot of land for them in your garden? “Bee condos” allow solitary bees like mason bees to take up residence and pollinate your garden, and are widely available for sale online.You can also learn how to build your own bee condo and create a better space for solitary bees.

Become a Bee Ambassador You can do your part to save the bees on your own, but just like a colony of honeybees, making real change takes strength in numbers! Educate your friends, family, and community on how to help bees by becoming a bee ambassador. Current bee ambassadors engage others by asking for bee-benefitting donations in lieu of birthday gifts, and selling muffins door to door. Get creative with ways to raise funds and get the buzz out on saving bees!

For more information visit: https://thehoneybeeconservancy.org

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COUNCILLORS REPORT: RUSSELL GORDON-SMITH: NATC AND WCC COUNCILLOR I don’t as yet have much to write about as I am yet to have my first council meeting and that is largely formal. I have some casework to sort in the meantime.

However, I would like to thank all those who voted for me. I would also like to thank all those who voted for someone else. The validity of the democratic electoral process depends on a good turn out and on people taking part. There is nothing as depressing when out canvassing as being told on the doorstep that ‘voting is a waste of time’, ‘there is no point’, ‘we’re not interested’ or remarks in that vein. So, my thanks to all that took part, elections can hang on a very small number of votes, it is not electioneering hyperbole to say every vote counts, they really do!

I was delighted too, with the nearly universal courtesy I met with when my sometimes persistent door knocking disturbed a householder. Only in a tiny percentage of cases does one encounter rudeness. I would thank all for this politeness. Politeness is the oil that allows our small and crowded island to function smoothly, more especially when tempers are running high. There are places in the world I have visited or worked in, where political differences are settled by violence and not by debates and a vote. Events around the world show democracy is not as robust as it may seem.

The dire damage humans are doing to the environment has become a very topical issue and very belatedly. Rather than throwing up our hands in despair we can work collectively to reduce our impact. I would like to publicise every month small steps we can each make that collectively will have a huge impact.

CURTIS MUSEUM & ALLEN GALLERY OUR MAJOR EXHIBITION THIS SUMMER IS ON WILLIAM CURTIS THE BOTANIST (1746 – 1799) ‘Dear Nature’s child’ is an exhibition that looks at William’s life and legacy and also highlights work recently done in the Gallery Garden by volunteers to incorporate some of the plants illustrated in the early editions of the Botanical Magazine. The exhibition title is a line from a poem on his tombstone, now lost, in St Mary’s Church, Battersea.

The Exhibition lasts from June 1st to July 20th, and is FREE. TALKS William Curtis the Botanist and his Milieu

By Professor David Mabberley . Thursday June 6th at 7.30 (See previous issue for details.) Tickets £5 AMERICAN EDEN We are pleased to welcome from the USA Victoria Johnson, former Cullman Fellow at the New York Public Library, and currently an associate professor of urban policy and planning at Hunter College (NY City). She will be looking at how William Curtis inspired the first botanical garden in the US through his association with David Hosack.

(The physician who attended Alexander Hamilton after his fatal duel.)

Thursday July 4th, 7.30. Tickets £5 CURTIS MUSEUM Date for your diary – Dolls’ House Day , Saturday July 27th. More details to follow.

The Curtis Museum and Allen Gallery, Alton (01420 82802) www.hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk Hours are Tues-Sat, Gallery 10.30 - 4.30, Museum 10 – 5

BROCANTE FLEA MARKET COMES TO ALRESFORD

As a start: Living in West Street, in the middle of Alresford, I am constantly amazed at the number of people who leave their car or van engines running whilst parked. This is contrary to the Highway code, but also damaging to the owner’s wallet’s and everybody’s lungs. Petrol and diesel are expensive so why burn the stuff for no purpose? Science has shown how small children and babies in buggies, who breathe air closer to the ground and thus car exhausts are suffering lung damage. I would encourage all vehicle users to turn their engines off as soon as they stop and start them once they are ready to pull away. A bit of foresight will allow you, for example, to put a new destination into your sat nav before you start your engine. Avoid damaging your wallet and our lungs!

THE ARTS SOCIETY ALRESFORD IS LOOKING FOR I.T. SUPPORT The Arts Society Alresford (formerly NADFAS) is looking to appoint an IT proficient person or persons to set up a laptop, projector and sound system for its monthly lectures given by visiting speakers, normally using Powerpoint presentations. All equipment is provided. The lectures take place in the afternoons of the 4th Tuesday in each month (except in August and December) in Itchen Abbas village hall and on two whole days, one in Spring and one in Autumn in Alresford.

There is a small remuneration for this work. Please call 01962 733605 or 01962 734682 for more information.

The first Brocante Flea Market was welcomed in Alresford on Monday 6th May. The sun was shining and the event was attended by hundreds of people, tourists as well as local residents. The traders enjoyed a very busy day, and the few shops that did open were very busy.

In light of this successful day the Brocante Market will return on Sunday 15th September along with the opening of the Norman Bridge and the Eel House.

The Town Trust hopes you will make a note of this date in your diary, and make it another successful event.

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ALRESFORD TOWN COUNCIL REPORTS New Alresford Town elections have passed and we welcome five new Councillors, Sally Bailey, Ann Bean, Sarah Jane Cavell, Keith Divall and Lisa Griffiths.

These join our re-elected Councillors, Michael Byrne, Simon Evans, Russell Gordon-Smith, Barbara Jeffs, Andy Sprott and Bill Witchard to complete our new Council of 11 members. We wish them every success in the future.

We also say goodbye to the outgoing Chairman Steve Deeming and thank him for his contribution to the Council, we wish him the very best in future endeavours.

The Annual Town Assembly was held on 7th May 2019, where the chairs of the Committees and outgoing Chair of the Council delivered a short brief on the activities of the council over the previous year. Two excellent presentations by local people on local issues and events were delivered

by Ken Veitch and Roger Harrison. Mr Veitch spoke about the Alresford Music Festival detailing the history of the event from commencement to the current 10th Anniversary Festival to be held on June 8 2019. He shared the growth in income and costs, and the many charities supported both locally and abroad. In line

with current environmental issues this year’s event will be plastic free.

The second presentation was delivered by Mr Harrison.

A fascinating talk on the current state of the River Arle and Upper Itchen. Sadly, our rivers are in a poor state due to pollution and in need of urgent action to improve the quality of the water. Mr Harrison is passionate about his specialism and is leading the charge to protect our rivers.

troughs to West Street railings.

The scheme is sponsored by local businesses and groups, and this year we are proud to state that our nine sponsors are Alresford Community Centre, Alresford & District Horticultural Society, Ecogen, Butler & Co, Charters, The Town Trust, Alresford Society, Hellards and Alresford Salads.

New Alresford thanks all the sponsors for their contribution which is gratefully received. This will support the ‘Parish in Bloom’ competition which is due to be judged sometime in June, fingers crossed for New Alresford.

We are thankful to both Mr Veitch and Mr Harrison for their exciting, relevant and informative presentations.

‘Up the Pole’ is a New Alresford Town Council Scheme where floral displays are attached to the lampposts in the town and this year, we are also attaching flower

Alresford’s Community Litter Pick took place on Saturday 27th April 2019, which this year was funded by the High Street Community Clean Up Grant and supported by Winchester City Council who supplied additional equipment. It is fair to say we live in a fabulous community with over a hundred people turning out for the event, even though the weather was not at its best. The council would like to convey a special thanks to all residents that took part and for their contribution to the bags of

rubbish collected. There are a number of organisations that we would like to specifically thank - Alresford Rotary, Alresford Ladies Group, New Alresford WI, the Town Trust, Alresford and Cheriton Scout Group and the staff and children from Sun Hill and Perins schools. A special thank you also goes out to the ladies at The Arlebury Bar and Cafe who supplied hot and cold drinks free of charge. We look forward to next year’s event.

The Council is obtaining a new Speed Limit Reminder (SLR), which we will use in addition to our current SLR. The new SLR has high visibility and claims to reduce speed by up to 25%, it will inform drivers of the speed they are travelling and will collect data for traffic travelling in both directions. The Recreation and Environment Committee are also considering additional locations to site the SLR around New Alresford to assist with road safety.

The Allotments at Spring Gardens has received some much need attention, the foliage and vegetation has been trimmed to improve drainage of the stream.

We have also increased the natural light on to the site by reducing the height of the hedge.

Further information can be found on New Alresford Town Council website: www. newalresford-tc.gov.uk

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GAZEBOS & ACCESSORIES Live the Dream with a Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services

Live the Dream with a Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services

LARGE STOCKS OF LANDSCAPING TIMBER, youforgotten dream ofal-fresco simply relaxing with a well earned glass of wine, or are hosting that never to be forgotten al-fresco Whether you dream of simply relaxing with a well earned glass of wine, or are hosting thatWhether never to be PERFECT FOR YOUR RAISED BEDS, OAK thatcheddreams or timber into roofed Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services will turn your dreams into party. A thatched or timber roofed Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services willparty. turnA your PERGOLAS AND DECKING PROJECTS.reality - it just couldn’t be easier. reality - it just couldn’t be easier.

20% OFF ALL ONLINE ORDERS IN JUNE WITH PROMO CODE Equestrian Fencing Services offer an extensive range of

Equestrian Fencing Services All gazebos from Equestrian Fencing Services are madeoffer an extensive range of

All gazebos from Equestrian Fencing Services are made

Gazebos from carefully selected timber from well managed

Gazebos from acarefully materials. They are designed to provide shower selected proof timber from well managed

materials. They are designed to provide a shower proof

sustainable forests, to suit every size and style of garden.

sustainable forests, every size and style of garden. environment. It is important to appreciate thattoinsuit severe

environment. It is important to appreciate that in severe

weather conditions there may be a chance of water

weather conditions there may be a chance of water

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Specifically designed accessories to fit our range of

Specifically designed accessories ingress. We recommend with the thatched range that you to fit our range of

ingress. We recommend with the thatched range that you

Gazebos are available to further enhance your comfort

Gazebos areprotection. available to further enhance your comfort invest in a roof liner to improve water

invest in a roof liner to improve water protection.

and privacy. Available in a choice of terracotta or green.

and privacy. Available in a choice of terracotta or green.

Unless stated all Gazebos come with a deck base, solid and

Unless stated all Gazebos A full set of gazebo accessories can be found on the come insidewith a deck base, solid and

C A L L U S N OW O N : 0 1 3 2 9 8 3 5 1 0 0 balustrade infill panels. Delivery and assembly on to level

balustrade infill panels. Delivery and assembly on to level back page of this brochure.

A full set of gazebo accessories can be found on the inside back page of this brochure.

pre-prepared base is also included in the price.

pre-prepared base is also included in the price.

www.equestrianfencing.com email: info@equestrianfencing.com

With all the benefits of a thatched or timber roofed Gazebo

With all the benefits of a thatched or timber roofed Gazebo

from Equestrian Fencing - Dreams really can come true!

from Equestrian Fencing - Dreams really can come true!

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Equestrian Fencing Services High Ridge Farm, Hospital Road, Shirrell Heath, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2JR

Equestrian Fencing Services High Ridge Farm, Hospital Road, Shirrell Heath, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2JR

Tel: 01329 835100 Fax 01329 835157 Email: info@equestrianfencing.com please visit www.equestrianfencing.com

Tel: 01329 835100 Fax 01329 835157 Email: info@equestrianfencing.com please visit www.equestrianfencing.com

Come & Visit Our Yard & Display Area

Come & Visit Our Yard & Display Area

GAZEBOS & ACCESSORIES

GAZEBOS & ACCESSORIES Live the Dream with a Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services

Live the Dream with a Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services

youforgotten dream ofal-fresco simply relaxing with a well earned glass of wine, or are hosting that never to be forgotten al-fresco Whether you dream of simply relaxing with a well earned glass of wine, or are hosting thatWhether never to be thatcheddreams or timber into roofed Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services will turn your dreams into party. A thatched or timber roofed Gazebo from Equestrian Fencing Services willparty. turnA your reality - it just couldn’t be easier.

reality - it just couldn’t be easier.

Equestrian Fencing Services offer an extensive range of

Equestrian Fencing Services All gazebos from Equestrian Fencing Services are madeoffer an extensive range of

All gazebos from Equestrian Fencing Services are made

Gazebos from carefully selected timber from well managed

Gazebos from acarefully materials. They are designed to provide shower selected proof timber from well managed

materials. They are designed to provide a shower proof

sustainable forests, to suit every size and style of garden.

sustainable forests, every size and style of garden. environment. It is important to appreciate thattoinsuit severe

environment. It is important to appreciate that in severe

weather conditions there may be a chance of water

weather conditions there may be a chance of water

Specifically designed accessories to fit our range of

Specifically designed accessories ingress. We recommend with the thatched range that you to fit our range of

ingress. We recommend with the thatched range that you

Gazebos are available to further enhance your comfort

Gazebos areprotection. available to further enhance your comfort invest in a roof liner to improve water

invest in a roof liner to improve water protection.

and privacy. Available in a choice of terracotta or green.

and privacy. Available in a choice of terracotta or green.

Unless stated all Gazebos come with a deck base, solid and

Unless stated all Gazebos A full set of gazebo accessories can be found on the come insidewith a deck base, solid and

A full set of gazebo accessories can be found on the inside

balustrade infill panels. Delivery and assembly on to level

balustrade infill panels. Delivery and assembly on to level back page of this brochure.

back page of this brochure.

KITCHENS | BEDROOMS | STUDIES pre-prepared base is also included in the price.

pre-prepared base is also included in the price.

With all the benefits of a thatched or timber roofed Gazebo

With all the benefits of a thatched or timber roofed Gazebo

from Equestrian Fencing - Dreams really can come true!

from Equestrian Fencing - Dreams really can come true!

Cabinet makers and designers based in Bighton, Hampshire.

With a passion for creating well designed, well built spaces for the home.

Equestrian Fencing Services

Equestrian Fencing Services

Tel: 01329 835100 Fax 01329 835157 Email: info@equestrianfencing.com please visit www.equestrianfencing.com

Tel: 01329 835100 Fax 01329 835157 Email: info@equestrianfencing.com please visit www.equestrianfencing.com

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WHY THE SOUTH DOWNS IS THE PERFECT NATURAL REMEDY FOR MENTAL HEALTH The breathing space of the South Downs National Park, “forest bathing” and enjoying natural light can do wonders to boost mental health.

Here are Amanda’s five reasons why the South Downs is good for boosting mental health:

The breathing space of the South Downs National Park, “forest bathing” and enjoying natural light can do wonders to boost mental health.That’s the message from Amanda Elmes, from the South Downs National Park Authority, who is offering five reasons why the National Park is the perfect tonic for a healthy state of mind.

2. Forest bathing reduces stress The National Park is a treasure trove of woodland, such as Alice Holt, Stansted and Friston. Forest bathing simply means immersing yourself in a forest setting. Originating in Japan and now a cornerstone of Japanese healthcare, it is a natural way to calm the senses and promote a feeling of peace in a busy world.

Amanda, Learning, Outreach and Volunteer Lead, says spending just one hour a week getting out into the National Park and enjoying the amazing landscape can make a positive difference to reducing stress.

“The National Park was designated for the nation for a very good reason – it’s such a special place with breathtaking landscape and wildlife,” said Amanda.

“Whether it’s walking a section of the South Downs Way and soaking up the wide open views, or a family cycle ride in the woods, getting outdoors is proven to reduce stress and generally promote a feeling of happiness.

1. Going for a walk releases feel-good chemicals A walk in the countryside builds up cardiovascular fitness and releases the feel-good chemical in the brain, serotonin. If walking with your dog, be sure to keep it on a lead.

3. Getting closer to nature increases self-esteem Studies point towards spending time in a greener environment as being good for increasing self-esteem, reducing the stress hormone cortisol and reducing blood pressure.

4. Natural light is essential for healthy brain function Spending too much time indoors, away from natural light, can have a negative impact on our mental health and studies suggest it can contribute to sleep issues, poor memory and anxiety. Just 20 minutes of exposure to daylight can increase the brain’s levels of serotonin and help control our natural circadian rhythms that dictate sleep-wake cycles.

“Many people think that a visit to the National Park needs to be a dayout or involve vigorous exercise, but it could simply be an hour-long gentle walk at one of our many beauty spots.

5. Breathe in the clean fresh air!

Studies indicate that reduced atmospheric pollutants can help support and maintain mental health.

“With 117,000 people living in the National Park and more than two million people living within 10km, I would urge people to make the most of this incredible natural remedy.”

For more ideas on getting out and enjoying the National Park visit: www.southdowns.gov.uk

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VAUGHAN SUMMER SALE IN WINCHESTER THIS JUNE

Vaughan is delighted to announce the return of their Summer Sale in June. Held at their Winchester showroom and factory outlet, this exclusive event will include over 1000 pieces. Featuring end of line designs, one-ofa-kind samples, ex-display items and factory seconds, there are great deals and discounts to be found.

Only an hour out of London, just off the M3, with ample free parking and complimentary cups of coffee.

Trade Only Day - Wednesday, 12th June (10am - 4pm) Open to the public - Thursday 13th June (10am - 7pm) Friday 14th June (10am - 3pm) Please find the address below: Vaughan House, Moorside Road,Winchester, SO23 7SA Follow us on social media @vaughandesigns in the lead up to the event, for a preview of the key pieces on sale.

For further information, contact the showroom on 020 7731 6197 or winchestershowroom@vaughandesigns.com VAUGHAN IN WINCHESTER Hampshire is central to Vaughan. It has been a much loved family home to the founders for the past 25 years, and in 2015 became a key location for the business.There is a real sense of community throughout the factory, with over 100 local people travelling to work on these premises.

Situated in Winnall, the Winchester Showroom and Factory Outlet is open year-round, selling a treasure trove of lighting, lampshades, textiles and furniture. Open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5.30pm, the sales team is on hand to offer advice and guide you through Vaughan’s collections.The Winchester showroom specialises in selling end of line and discontinued designs for a reduced price.

The lighting products on offer range from table lamps in brass, bronze, nickel, ceramic, crystal, tole and wood to floor lamps, wall lights, external wall lanterns, chandeliers,

flush ceiling fittings, kitchen lights and bathroom lights.

Over the years,Vaughan has grown to include furniture and textiles – metal-framed console tables,Venetian mirrors, kilim rugs and embroidered fabrics – to complement the existing lighting range and support craftsmen on a more global level.

EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP, TIMELESS DESIGN Established 35 years ago, Vaughan is one of the world’s most eminent designers and manufacturers of decorative lighting, furniture and accessories.Their products grace the finest homes and properties across the globe, sold at Vaughan showrooms in London and New York, as well as through agents and distributors worldwide.

Founders, artist-designer couple, Michael and Lucy Vaughan, have always been united by a collective passion for art and antiques.Together, they bring their artistic eye, discerning sense of style and meticulous attention to detail to the heart of the company. Michael and Lucy drive Vaughan’s vision and artist-led philosophy, providing direction and guidance to their in-house design team, where every product is designed exclusively.

Traditional and authentic manufacturing methods are central to Vaughan’s designs, and products are made, assembled, or finished in Britain. Using the very finest materials, such as solid cast brass as the lamps’ base substance (even when plating with nickel), ensures that Vaughan’s products have a special depth and richness of finish.

Although Vaughan takes its inspiration from a wealth of styles and eras, from Regency to Modernism, almost every piece contains their signature aesthetic. Clean lines, natural materials and a purity of form make up their renowned design philosophy, and allow their products to stand the test of time. www.vaughandesigns.com Vaughan House, Moorside Road,Winchester, SO23 7SA Find us on Instagram, Houzz, Pintrest, Facebook and Twitter

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