Petersfield Forum - Issue 6 - March 2023

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Biosecurity For Our Chalk Streams

With their serene beauty and intriguing wildlife, it's no surprise that our chalk streams draw people to them. But when visitors leave, they may not be alone: diseases and invasive species could be hitching a ride to their next destination. For streams that are under pressure, or home to vulnerable species, this stealthy spread can spell disaster.

Take the white-clawed crayfish, for example. This amazing animal thrives in chalk streams, where it uses the mineral-rich water to strengthen its shell. Yet it is now endangered, due largely to a water mould called ‘crayfish plague’. The mould’s carrier – the invasive signal crayfish – is mostly immune to its effects. For native crayfish, infection is usually fatal.

Unfortunately, crustaceans aren’t the only ones in trouble. Many chalk stream fish are susceptible to parasites like the fish louse, water moulds like Saprolegnia, and diseases like koi herpes virus or carp edema virus. Infection can lead to serious illness,

and even death, in iconic species like the common carp, the brown trout, and the Atlantic salmon.

On the floral front, invasive non-native plants like monkeyflower, parrot’s feather, and floating pennywort can flourish from just a sliver of root or stem. These fastgrowing species can quickly dominate a chalk stream, depriving its wildlife of sunlight and oxygen. Once established, they are very difficult to permanently remove.

Luckily, there are easy ways to enjoy our precious streams while doing your bit for biosecurity. Whether you're a paddler, an angler, or a river keeper, you have a crucial role to play in their protection. Spores, eggs, and plant fragments can survive for weeks in damp conditions, so we recommend the ‘Check, Clean, Dry’ method:

• CHECK your clothing and equipment after leaving the water. Remove any mud, aquatic animals, and plant material while on site.

• CLEAN your clothing and equipment as soon as you can, ideally with hot water. Make sure you get into all the nooks and crannies.

• DRY your clothing and equipment for as long as possible before using it again, especially if you will be visiting a different location.

Want to learn more about biosecurity? Join us at 7pm on 28th March for a free online talk; book your ticket at www.hiwwt.org.uk/ events. You can also get involved in tackling invasive species through the Watercress and Winterbournes scheme; visit www. hiwwt.org.uk/winterbournes. Our work is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Go Exploring This Spring

Discover a world of wildlife, with our free Open Chalk Streams events this April! Visit hidden places and see familiar ones in a different way. Learn more at www.hiwwt. org.uk/winterbournes/open

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Ben came and sized up replacement doors and cupboards for our existing kitchen and while there we took the opportunity to enquire about a kitchen bookcase and a new cupboard. Nothing was any problem for Ben to put into the design. The date for the kitchen refit was organised really quickly and was set for a couple of weeks after the quote, both of which were excellent. The end result was a kitchen which has been transformed beyond recognition with major additions of a breakfast bar and extra new and replacement cupboards. We are so impressed with the finish that we have asked Ben to measure up for some bespoke non standard size bedroom cabinets that we would like them to build. In summary quality work carried out by highly skilled tradesmen. Pity there are only five stars.

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Rely on the experts

At the moment the property market is being guided by what seems like an untrustworthy compass of commentators with rotating needles of conflicting information and advice.

It’s challenging for most to know which way to go. Is it better to wait to sell, buy, rent, or let in the hope of a better market?

In truth it is better to ignore the confused dialogue and find a more reliable pathfinder. You might be astonished to know how much a good and experienced estate agent understands about their local property market.

In simple terms, to be a true expert with a wealth of experience, an agent will have been in the business for well over 10 years. In

this time a good estate agent will have marketed and agreed the sales and rentals of thousands of properties through markets good and bad, economies booming and busting, in spring, summer, autumn and winter. These property experts will have also helped families move during the good and the not so good times in their lives.

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Mother's Day Paddle to the Pub with New Forest Activities

Treat Mum to the Mother of all gifts this Mother's Day; a wonderful paddle to the pub on the Beaulieu River with New Forest Activities. You'll enjoy a gentle guided tour through the idyllic Beaulieu River Nature Reserve, ending at the Master Builder's pub to enjoy a glass of bubbly by the riverside to celebrate all things, Mum.

So why not let Mum relax, feel spectacular and take in the views whilst enjoying some boating and bubbles on the Beaulieu Rivershe deserves it after all! Takes place on the 19 Mar 2023

Sunday: 10:00 - 11:30, 12:30 - 14:00, 15:00 - 16:30

See the New Forest Activities website for available dates and times. https://www.newforestactivities.co.uk/seasonal/mothers-daypaddle

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Moss, Scarification and Aftercare

Dealing With a Mossy Lawn

A lush green lawn is a source of pride for any homeowner, but when moss starts taking over, it can be a frustrating and unsightly problem. Removing moss from your lawn is essential to promote healthy grass growth and improve the overall appearance of your garden. One of the most effective ways to remove moss from your lawn is by using a powered scarifier in the spring. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of using a scarifier and how to manage a mossy lawn.

Understanding Moss

You may be wondering, what is moss? How does moss grow? Why is moss a problem for my lawn?

Moss can quickly take over a lawn, out competing the grass and creating unsightly areas of lawn. While moss may seem harmless, it can actually be a sign of an underlying problem with your lawn, such as poor drainage or compacted soil. Lawn compaction can be a contributing factor as compacted soil typically retains more moisture. Moss thrives in damp and shaded areas, and can quickly spread, out-competing your grass, and leaving your lawn looking patchy and unhealthy.

Understanding how moss grows is crucial to removing it effectively. Moss spreads through spores or small clippings in your mower that break off from the main plant. Unlike grass, which has a deep root system, moss attaches itself to the surface of the soil and absorbs water and nutrients through its leaves. This makes it relatively easy to remove with a scarifier but don’t underestimate the physical difficulty of this tiring job or the amount of moss that will need to be cleared up afterwards.

Preparing for scarifying

Scarification is an intensive process, especially if your lawn is particularly mossy or has not been scarified for a number of years. It’s important to mow the grass as short as possible before scarifying, so as to expose moss and reduce the grass leaf length to limit the possibility of the scarifier ripping out the grass plant along with the moss. Be sure to collect the clippings in our mower’s grass box or you will have more clearing up to do afterwards.

Over-seeding your lawn after moss removal

Scarification is an intensive process. It removes thatch and moss from your lawn. Lawns with extensive moss can be left looking a little bare after the moss has been removed. We should work to support the recovery of the lawn after moss removal is completed. Over-seeding these bare patches can

help to fill in the areas with new grass, making your lawn look fuller and healthier. Newer grass varieties are greener, deeper rooted, more drought and disease resistant. Introducing these new grass varieties to your lawn will greatly improve its appearance and vigour. The ideal time to over-seed is after scarification when seed can easily come into contact with bare soil which will help germination and young grass plant development.

Feeding your lawn

It's a good idea to fertilise the lawn after scarifying as this can help to promote healthy grass re-growth and prevent moss from returning in the future. The type of fertiliser used is important too as you want to allow the new seed to germinate, and the young grass plants to establish, without too much competition from the original plants that are recovering. The correct balance of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus is key to success.

Reducing lawn moss problems

After scarification, measures should be taken to kill any moss spores or remaining pieces of moss. Failing to do this can spread moss around the lawn and this will re-establish in the exposed soil before the grass recovers to compete with it. Ensuring bare areas are seeded and the lawn is correctly fed will encourage strong grass recovery to compete with moss. But it is essential not to skip the moss treatment after scarification – many people forget this.

Moss and mowing

Incorrect mowing practices are a significant contributing factor to moss establishing in a lawn and out-competing the grass plants. The most common mistakes are infrequent mowing and mowing too short which will weaken grass. Also, mowing into existing moss will cut off part of the moss and spread it around the lawn allowing it to establish in new areas. If there is no grass leaf above the height of the moss, grass will not be able to compete for light.

Lawn moss prevention

Preventing moss from returning to your lawn requires a combination of good lawn maintenance practices and addressing the underlying conditions that allowed the moss to grow in the first place. Seasonal moss prevention treatments, along with proper fertilisation, and good soil management practices such as aeration and dethatching are essential. If you have a lawn that tends to get mossy then a light scarification each year will help with this. Getting the balance of treatments and mechanical work right is essential. Speak to a lawncare professional for advice.

Ian Kenyon sits on the committee of the UK Lawn Care Association and owns Shrekfeet Independent Lawncare. He is always happy to offer friendly, professional advice and help: T: 01962 460146 www.shrekfeet.com

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Performing well in performance management

‘Performance management can be challenging and time-consuming,’ according to Linda Wilson a Partner in our employment team at MacDonald Oates Solicitors. Linda provides some brief insights below about the performance management process.

Key steps

The purpose of a performance management procedure is to give the employee the opportunity to improve, with any suitable training and support. Performance is assessed during a time period. If there has been sufficient improvement during this time, the process is concluded. If not, a further time period is set with clear objectives, monitoring and support. Warnings can also be given for a longer duration of say 12 months. It is usually only after the employee has exhausted their chances, that it will be fair to consider dismissal. The employee should be invited to a meeting to discuss this.

Alternatives to performance management

Prevention is better than cure. Robust recruitment processes may

Curtis Museum & Allen Gallery

Allen Gallery Events & Activities

In collaboration with the Memories of the Palace Cinema Project we will have our first Film Showing on Saturday 11th March. Please see Allen Gallery website for details. www.hampshireculture.org.uk/allengallery

28th March - 18th April (Curtis Museum and Allen Gallery): Join us for an egg hunt with a twist! We have 8 eggs hidden around the Allen Gallery and 8 around the Curtis Museum. Using your trail sheet you will match them to 8 British bird species which are unique to each site. Once completed your spotter sheets can be used to watch birds at home or at your local green space.

4th April: Adventures in Clay - two family clay sessions 12.00 - 1.30 and 2.00 - 3.30 pm, creating projects inspired by animals in the museum and gallery collections. Please book via the website. www. hampshireculture.org.uk/allen-gallery

Monday mornings throughout March & April: a new creative and wellbeing programme for older people. A series of free creative workshops delivered in partnership with Dementia Friendly Alton and a local primary school. Please email allen.gallery@hampshireculturaltrust.org. uk for more information. In order to keep these activities running, we would love to hear from anyone with creative skills who could volunteer some time, however occasional, to inspire and teach others their skills - whether it's knitting, pottery, drawing, woodworking or flower arranging. Contact 01420 82802 or website as above.

Over the Garden Wall

A selection of plant studies, drawings and paintings, by renowned

help ensure you have the right person for the job. This is not enough however, so make sure your contracts include a probationary period and use that time to properly assess the employee’s performance. If concerns arise about an individual’s performance and you think the situation is not rectifiable, remember that the employee cannot bring a claim for unfair dismissal unless you have employed them for at least two years. Until then, you can dismiss without the risk of an ‘ordinary’ unfair dismissal claim. However, employees can still bring an unfair dismissal claim if they can show that they were sacked for a prohibited reason, for example that they ‘blew the whistle’ or they raised concerns about health and safety. Also note that discrimination claims do not require two years service.

You could look at an alternative role for the employee in the business. We can advise you on how to handle this scenario, as it could risk triggering a resignation and claim for constructive unfair dismissal. Finally, if you wish to avoid the challenges of performance management, you can agree an exit package with the employee, who signs up to a Settlement Agreement.

How we can help

With our advice you can follow the correct and fair process for performance management which reduces the risks for the business.

For further information, please contact Linda Wilson in the employment team on email lsw@macdonaldoates.co.uk or 01730 268211 at our Petersfield office.

landscape artist W H Allen from the collection in the care of Hampshire Cultural Trust. Allen (1863–1943) is best known for his evocative watercolours and chalk and pencil sketches of the landscapes, traditions and people of West Surrey and North-east Hampshire.

As with most professional artists his sketchbook was never far from his side. For a landscape artist, developing the skill instantly to capture changes in the natural world, from season to season, often minute to minute, was essential. These studies allowed Allen to create a body of work that he could reference, and seek inspiration from, when developing the landscape paintings he is most famous for. While these studies aren’t intended to be detailed botanical illustrations, they do successfully convey the character and appearance of plants you may well have glimpsed over a garden wall, as you strolled the quiet country lanes of Hampshire in the early 1900s. 4th March to 23rd April, FREE

Talks

• G F Watts: England’s Michelangelo a talk by Jane Turner.

9th March , 7.30pm FREE, donations welcome

• 13th April, 7.30, FREE, donations welcome Maria Heath Green (nee Curtis) and her designing sons, Romney and William by Keith Baker

Opening Times

Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm. www.hampshireculture.org.uk/curtis-museum

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Linda Wilson - Partner at MacDonald Oates Solicitors

Study of pink and white blossoms

Mr Mac

Each month I set up new computers and now find the Windows experience to be ridiculous. There are far too many “trial” software programmes preloaded. Why is it necessary to have Microsoft 365 in French, German, Italian and Dutch in the installed apps list plus, Microsoft One Note in the same choice of languages. That’s before the Anti-Virus software, free for 30 days. If you make the mistake of doing that you will be pestered to unlock a lot of extra features. The bottom line is that they want your money. Microsoft provide, free of charge, a perfectly good protection package. If that is not good enough for you, then consider purchasing a third-party software. Then Microsoft try and force you to use their Edge internet browser and if you try to install Google’s Chrome you will be pestered into keeping Edge as the default browser. To change from Edge to Chrome you need to go into the Settings app and change a list of browser settings one by one. Why can’t Microsoft make all these features available as options when you set up a new device?

If you buy a Mac laptop, or desktop, the setup procedure is far more simplified. No preinstalled third-party apps and you will only be asked once to use Chrome instead of Safari! If you are concerned about the price difference between a Windows laptop and a MacBook, consider buying an iPad with a keyboard. The new iPad (10th generation) is an excellent alternative. I do not sell hardware; I offer unbiased advice for anyone wishing to buy a new device. Those of you that have used my services will know that I usually recommend purchasing from John Lewis, for the extra free period of warranty. Setting up a new machine correctly from new is the best route to follow for a trouble-free experience in the future.

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Maia's Flowers

Hi I'm Maia, I have been a florist for 7 years. I trained in Convent Garden, London also worked in London designing flowers for high end hotels. 5 years ago I relocated to Hampshire and opened my own shop in the small village of Selbourne. I have loved doing floristry for the community there, but as the business grew we needed a bigger premises to showcase our flowers and my passion for interior design so we opened our NEW shop on Lavant Street in Petersfield.

We can't wait to share this with you all, so why not pop in for a mooch, we look forward to seeing you soon!

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Easter Charity Market at The Petersfield School

This traditional family-run market with charity, trade and craft stalls, is raising money for Portsmouth Hospitals Charity for cancer services and other local charities. The event will be held in the main hall of The Petersfield School on Easter Saturday. Fundraising stalls will include Petersfield Musical Festival, the Rosemary Foundation and the Sidlesham based Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre in West Sussex, with local supporters from Froxfield.

It is hoped that some local Ukrainians and their hosts will run a craft stall to support the lifesaving work of medical charity Leleka, which sends first aid supplies to the front line in Ukraine. Lovely hand-made Easter crafts will be on sale.

Local artist John Starling will be selling his art prints, cards and books. Donated new goods, Easter gifts, silver and antique jewellery will be on display together with crafts, bric-a-brac and collectables. There will be plenty of books new and old, crochet, jigsaw puzzles and dvds, along with spring bulbs, cakes and jams. There is even a stall of Body Shop products.

A raffle for the hospital charity is to be held in the foyer and refreshments will be served with bacon rolls and hot cross buns.

Admission to the market is free and is open 9.30am to 3pm. There is free parking on site. Stall bookings and further details on 01730 262477 or 07798 753836.

Eternal Light Saturday 18 March 2023

In a world of so much uncertainly and conflict Southampton Philharmonic Choir return to O2 Guildhall Southampton in March with a concert programme focusing on peace and eternal light. The concert opens with the ever popular and evocative Lark Ascending for solo violin and orchestra, written in 1914, at the start of World War 1. Based on the poem of the same name by George Meredith, it is in part a celebration of British pastoral life, at a time when there was a genuine fear for its loss. The piece ends with the sound of the lark ascending out of sight into the light.

Vaughan Williams composed Dona Nobis Pacem in 1936, a time of concern at the approach of another war despite the vivid memory of World War 1, in which he had served. It uses poems by Walt Whitman, a political speech that tried to prevent the Crimean War and passages from the Bible extolling the futility of war and the desire we all have for peace. The music is intense, dramatic yet lyrical; one of the finest of all the composer’s works.

Howard Goodall’s Eternal Light (2008) is described by the composer as a Requiem for the living, providing solace for the grieving and focusing on the consequences of interrupted lives. A work full of warm lyricism and reassuring calm. Goodall - well known for Vicar of Dibley, is one of the most talented and approachable composers of our time.

Performing with us for the first time is the Docklands Sinfonia, who describe themselves as a diverse, dynamic & versatile symphony orchestra; a major cultural force in Docklands and beyond - bringing high quality music to the area, staging ground-breaking concerts and creating a lasting legacy by inspiring generations of young people. We are delighted to welcome them and our two soloists to Southampton.

Join us, tickets are on sale now and available online from O2 Guildhall Southampton - www.O2guildhallsouthampton.co.uk

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Petersfield March Antiques Fair

March Local

Lunch in The Grazing Rooms will be included.

Spring Foraging Walk

From 10.30am to 5pm

Petersfield Antiques Fair takes place at The Festival Hall.

Butchery Demonstration & Lunch

Sat11, Sun12, Sat25, Sun 26Mar

From 10am to 1pm

Exact Location on booking www.forage-rewild.co.uk

Petersfield, UK - Meet with a small group class to explore and learn about the wild wonders of spring foraged food! Discover and gather fresh Spring wild foods and herbs as we enjoy the stunning displays of the South Downs in springtime. Enjoy a wild tea ritual and a slice of wild cake! Wild cooking experience to end the walk, sampling the fresh tastes of the season. 18+ event Sorry no pets.

Spring into Spring with a Sunday Social Stroll

and would love some company along the way? Well, this gentle walk and talk around town with the Social Strollers will help you get started and provide a cuppa at the end. No walking boots needed! Join volunteers from East Hampshire Community Rail Partnership led by Andy Cato, an experienced tour guide, for this gentle social stroll around the town. Expect a few interesting facts about Petersfield thrown in for good measure! Distance 1-2 miles, Duration 1 hr 30mins. Finish location The Hub @ The Station.

Needlefelted Hare Workshop

Fri 17 and Sat 18 March

From 7.30pm to 11pm

The Half Moon, Sheet, GU31 4BE

Join us for our St Patrick’s Celebration on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 March 2023 at The Half Moon. A traditional twocourse Irish Supper (with vegan options), is included along with dancing led by our caller Liz Scholey. A variety of Irish musical entertainment which will make this a fabulous craic to celebrate the patron Saint of Ireland!

Kitchen Gardening Course

Saturday 11 March

From 11am to 2pm

Sky Park Farm, Petersfield GU31 5PT

Pride is taken at Sky Park Farm in the welfare and production of quality venison; producing neat cuts of meat is the next important step to a create a delicious meal. Join the Farm Shop’s Butcher, Hawie and Executive Chef, Matt Crow, as they discuss and demonstrate breaking down a deer. They will guide you through and explain professional techniques, cuts and uses for different parts of the animal.

Sat 12 March

From 2pm

The Square, Petersfield GU32 3HJ

Would you like to fill that quiet downtime between 2 pm & 3 pm on a Sunday afternoon? Need encouragement to go out for a walk? Not fit but enjoy walking

Monday 13 March

From 10am to 1pm

Gilbert White's House & Gardens, The Hight Street, Selborne, GU34 3JH

Join Anna McCallion from Quirk and Whimsy as she teaches you how to needlefelt – the craft of transforming wool into solid 3D objects using a barbed needle. Over the session Anna will show you how to form a delightful needlefelted hare, creating the perfect decoration for your home this Spring, or a beautiful gift for a loved one. Tickets are £40 per person, with all materials provided and tea, coffee and cake included.

St Patrick’s Celebration

Sat 18, Sun 19 Mar & 17,18 Jun

From 9.30am - 4.30pm

The Sustainability Centre, East Meon, GU32 1HR

A four day course, split over two weekends, on creating and managing a successful and abundant food garden. The course will include hands-on practical sessions and all the theory you need to make your kitchen garden grow and keep your larder full. From crop planning to soil care, pest control to storing produce, this course will show you environmentally friendly and sustainable approaches to growing your own food. The course will give you time saving and energy saving tips and inspire you to create a garden that works in harmony with nature. For more information and booking visit: www.sustainability-centre.org/ kitchen-gardening-course.html

Friday 3 to Sunday 5 March

Festival Hall, Heath Rd, Petersfield, GU31 4EA

Local Events

Ward-Thomas and The fabulous fug band

Friday 17 to Saturday 25 Mar

Various starting times

Various Locations for info visit: petersfieldmusicalfestival.org.uk

Saturday 18 March

From 7pm for 7.30pm

Churcher's College, Ramshill, Petersfield GU31 4AS

A live music event at Churchers College, Petersfield. Featuring Ward Thomas and the Fabulous Fug Band. Tickets £29 per person (8 per table) Dancing and cash bar. Bring your own tasty supper.. Tickets from One Tree Books, Petersfield. Proceeds to RNLI the charity that saves lives at sea.

Wonderboy at The Square Brewery

Concerts take place in the Festival Hall and St Peter’s Church providing a showcase for local musical talent, young up-and-coming performers as well as internationally-acclaimed artists. There is also a choral workshop in September, usually at Bedales School. Petersfield Musical Festival is registered as a charity and run by a committee of trustees who all volunteer their time and benefits, under the musical guidance of its President, Jonathan Willcocks and the Festival Conductor, Paul Spicer who often leads the choral workshop in September.

Epic Comedy Liphook

Become a member of Steep Film Society to purchase tickets. To obtain membership visit: steepfilmsociety.org.uk

You will then be able to see options to buy tickets! Guests (who chose not to register, which is free, or turn up on the door) £8 Max 70 attendees priority to members and pre-booked tickets

We will offer the usual Bar and Ice Cream – ideally you will have the correct cash!. No masks required but feel free to wear.

Synopsis: ‘The Lost King’ is the life-affirming true story of a woman who refused to be ignored and who took on the country’s most eminent historians, forcing them to think again about one of the most controversial kings in England’s history.

The Gemini Consort Spring Concert

Sun 26th March

From 7am

Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean, PO8 0QE

Sat 18th March

From 9pm

The Square, Petersfield GU32 3HJ

What a combo! The best pub in Petersfield and the greatest bunch of guys you could ever wish to meet all in the same place.

Petersfield Music

Festival

Sat 18th March

Doors 7pm, From 8pm-10.30pm

Liphook Millennium Centre, 2-10 Ontario Way, GU30 7LD

Epic Comedy returns to Liphook on Saturday 18th March 2023 with our EPIC headliner Scott Bennett!!! Star of Live at the Apollo, BBC New Comedy Awards 2022, and BBC Radio 4 Extra!!

The Lost King at Steep Village Hall

Friday 24 March

From 7.30pm to 10pm

Steep Village Hall Church Rd, Steep, Petersfield, GU32 2DN

Sat 25th March

From 7.30pm

St. Peter's Church, St Peter's Rd, Petersfield, GU32 3HS

The 12 members of the gemini consort will be performing music of a peaceful, reflective nature. The vocal items will be interspersed with instrumental items for the flute and recorder. Wine bar - Admission is free with a retiring collection in aid of The Rosemary Foundation.

Queen Elizabeth OffRoad Half Marathon

Kick your 2023 running off with the QECP Off Road 1/2 Marathon. Starting at Queen Elizabeth Country Park. This amazing early season trail run has it all, spectacular tree lined trails, magnificent views and sturdy trails which are a pleasure to run on. Regardless of experience or ability, we actively encourage new runners to our events and have 3 route lengths to choose from: Epic (21km), Standard (15km) and Short (9km). At the finish you will receive a well-deserved medal, protein bar, pair of running socks and neck buff. Catering will also be available to top up the energy stores. For more information visit: https://www.hants.gov.uk/ thingstodo/countryparks/qecp/ whatson

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South Downs Care

QUALITY CARE & FULFILLING LIFESTYLES

South Downs Care is owned and run by the Rogers family who pride themselves on the personal and individually tailored care that their residents receive in graciously appointed and attractive surroundings.

It is our belief that high quality care starts with finding out what is important to our residents and making sure we get the little things right. We are genuinely passionate about delivering personalised care to every resident. Our holistic approach to care means that we not only deliver excellent care, but also residents are encouraged to be as active as they are able both physically and mentally, through events and activities and individual support.

South Downs Care have been providing care to the people of the Petersfield and the surrounding villages since 1992. When the time comes that people feel their care needs can no longer be catered for at home, or they would like some companionship, or more stimulation than can be provided at home, we can offer a warm welcome with beautifully appointed homes and friendly, professional staff to ensure you or your loved one are well cared for.

South Downs Care is comprised of two homes, Downs House and Stroud House, both nestled in the stunning Hampshire countryside near Petersfield. We believe in providing a high level of personalised care in safe, friendly environments in which older people can live fulfilling lifestyles.

South Downs Care are proud of their reputation for care of the elderly. Our homes have been developed to offer their own individual style and specialism, but share the same ethos of care. There are a wide range of services which are available to all residents, making life in both our homes varied, active and enjoyable. The services provided ensure that all essential needs are catered for and that residents' experience the best possible quality of life.

Services include:

• Doctors on call, from our local Surgery

• District community nurses available

• Community mental health team support

• Medications ordered, collected and dispensed

• Regular outings and shopping trips

• Personal laundry services

• Hairdresser

• Chiropodist

• Exercise classes

• Personalised activities that inspire

• Visiting optician & dentist

• Daily newspaper delivery

• Visiting library including large print and ‘Talking Books’

• Local Clergy will visit and there is a monthly communion service

Why not visit to see for yourself? Contact us to arrange an appointment, or simply pop in.

"Just wanted to thank you and all of your staff so much for all you have done for my mum. She sounds like a new person, a whole new lease of life at 86 is truly fantastic"

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Love Letters

“You light the candles. I’ll get the Scrabble,” Himself offered. A power cut. Brought on by the storm raging outside? Or was this the much-muttered return to the power cuts of the Seventies …? She hoped not, the dim (being the operative word) memories of blackouts and the three day week hadn’t seemed like a lot of fun, even as a child. Either way, it was dark and none too warm.

They huddled around the kitchen table, snug in their oft-worn oversized fleeces, the size of small marquees. Although something of a novelty Christmas present, economising on the heating ensured their novelty had long since worn off.

“Scrabble? If you’re sure.. OK.”

Himself nodded seriously, his gaze concentrated on his letter selection.

“Loser has to warm the other one’s side of the bed,” he added. The camping kettle was whistling on a primus as they picked their tiles and looked appraisingly at each other.

“Stakes are high then.” In the rapidly cooling house, she imagined creeping under a chilly duvet - and shivered.

The wind outside howled, gently puffing the door curtain - and she was reminded of the blossom-laden tree next door. Only yesterday Himself had fixed the frothily-pink ornamental cherry with a baleful eye and remarked “we’ll be in for blowy weather.”

Was he blessed with a paranormal gift to predict just when the winds would strip the delicate rosy petals from the boughs?

Or had he just taken a sneaky glance at Wetter.com?

She couldn’t decide, but plumped for the hint-of-the-occult option. After decades together, a little mystery in the marital mix was nice. Especially by candlelight.

The cold air became thick with concentration and steam from their tea, punctuated by snippets of conversation;

“I know it sounds like it should be, but is ‘Acturel’ a real word do you think?” Genuine curiosity as they both reached for the dictionary.

“I know you didn’t do it on purpose, but I can’t believe you’ve ruined my double ‘ZA’ on a triple letter square!” Hands were rubbed over faces in exasperation.

In the midst of the battle of words, Himself mentioned casually “I had a go at Wordle today.” “Crikey!” She stopped pairing her ‘Q’ with an exposed ‘I’ and looked at him.

“I thought that might impress you.” He was smiling to himself as he nonchalantly re-arranged his tiles. “Actually, more accurately, I finished playing Wordle and even thought about having a go at Spelling Bee.”

“Double crikey. How many goes in Wordle?” She’d just squeaked in with a six. Today’s had been tricky.

“Three…” He replied. Himself’s mild dyslexia, somewhat off-piste spelling and word games didn’t make for natural bedfellows. Which made her suspicious… “Three?”

“Yes. Three. Gave up and Googled it ; I had no letters and no idea after two goes. As W. C. Fields once said, ‘if it’s worth winning, it’s worth cheating for’.” Himself smiled beatifically and unashamedly as he laid a single tile. Smiling, she looked at the letter he’d placed and commented, “you can’t just stick an X on the end..”

“Like a kiss,” he interrupted her.

“Yes, a bit like a kiss,” she giggled.

“It’s the love letter” he interrupted again, nodding.

“I suppose it is the letter with the most love. Hadn’t thought of it like that. But anyway, you can’t just stick an X on the end of a word and hope that one day it will be alright.” Giving the word a closer inspection however, she exclaimed, “actually, wait. ‘Adieux’ is a real word. Seems your love letter worked. Well done you!”

“You see,” he wrote down his score and looked smug, “I’m driven to play the games you play. It’s the romantic in me.” That was sweet and quite possibly true – in spite of the smugness.

Two pots of tea, the very last morsels of the leftover Christmas cake and some seriously iffy words later, Himself sat back and tossed aside his pencil and paper. He announced airily, “I like to think that I let you win.”

“You’re too kind.” She said. “So you could warm my side of the bed?” Clearing away the crockery, she thought of the chilly bedroom that awaited them.

Himself smiled at her through the gloom. It occurred to her that Love took many forms – not just letters.

Simple Spanish Chorizo & Bean Stew

A hearty warming meal for the winter months

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 chorizo sausages, cut into 1cm-thick slices

• 1 medium brown onion, thinly sliced

• 1 large red pepper, thickly sliced

• 3 garlic cloves, crushed

• 1 tablespoon of Paprika

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin

• 1 dried bay leaf

• 2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 2 x 400g cans cannellini beans, rinsed, drained

• 2 x 400g can chopped tomatoes

• Small bunch fresh parsley to garnish

METHOD

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chorizo for 4-5 mins or until light golden. Use a slotted spoon to transfer chorizo to a 4.5L slow cooker.

Heat the pan over medium-high heat. Cook the onion, capsicum and garlic, stirring, for 5 mins or until soft. Add the paprika, cumin, bay leaf and oregano and cook, stirring, for 1 min or until fragrant. Add the capsicum mixture, vinegar, tomato paste, beans and tomatoes to the slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low for 4 hrs.

Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with crusty bread or rolls. For those who prefer a little more spice to their meal and 1/2 a teaspoon of hot chilli powder.

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Southern Voices: German Choral Masterpieces

Winchester based Chamber Choir, Southern Voices, is fast gaining a reputation for singing refined, unaccompanied, choral concerts with their new conductor Jamal Sutton (MA BMus (Cantab) ARCO). Jamal took up the post in summer 2022 and has enjoyed notable success in his first three concerts with growing audiences coming to listen to his popular and original programmes.

Following on from their sold-out Christmas Concert, the choir are looking forward to returning to Winchester’s ancient Chapel of St Cross (SO23 9SD) in a concert of German Masterpieces on Saturday 25th March at 7.30pm.

Rheinberger's Mass for double choir in E-flat (1878) is an unexpected blend of old and new. Sung in Latin this is a work to be witnessed in its full glory with the choir split into two choirs singing a total of eight voice parts in the unique acoustic of St Cross. The well-known sacred motets of Brahms and Bruckner compliment the Mass beautifully. The choir will perform seven including ‘Locus Iste’ and finishing with Bruckner’s beautiful ‘Ave Maria’.

The choir are well established in Winchester and the South. Recruitment is by audition only and rehearsals are on Monday evenings in St Paul’s, Winchester. Founded in 1984, they are making plans for their 40th Anniversary year in 2024. Keep an eye on the website: southernvoices.co.uk for more information.

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Winchester Comedy Festival: Spring Gala 2023

An evening of stand-up comedy from Pete Firman, Sikisa, Sean McLoughlin, Mike Cox (MC). Line up subject to change. Pete Firman is the UK's leading comedian/magician and a TV regular. Live performances have taken him all over the world and his one-man shows have entertained sell-out audiences for 10 years in a row at the Edinburgh Fringe and on several UK tours.

Sikisa is a comedian, writer and producer from South London who has never forgotten her Barbadian roots (yes, the country famous for rum and Rihanna). Sikisa has been named one to watch with her authentic, fearless and vivacious personality and on-stage presence since winning the public's vote in the 2017 BBC New Comedy Award competition, for which she was a finalist. She has quickly made a name for herself on the comedy circuit with her unique style and has become a regular performer and MC at some of the UK's favourite comedy nights. She's also a two-time Leicester Festival Aware nominee for Best Newcomer 2020 and Best appearance 2021 with her work in progress shows.

Evening Owls at Hawk Conservancy Trust

This spring, join us for a special evening with our owls! As night falls, you’ll experience our mystical owls and witness their graceful, silent flights in and out of the darkness over our Savannah Arena and amongst mysterious woodland.

Before the flying displays, there will be chance to have sumptuous dinner in Feathers Restaurant and explore parts of our grounds to meet some of the other owls in our care, where we’ll give you an insight to some of the conservation and research projects that we undertake with British owls.

Feathers Restaurant will be serving a delicious menu to keep you feeling warm throughout the evening. From hearty meals, to tempting treats and cosy coffees, complete your evening out with some delicious food and drink before meeting our owls! The evening will include two different flying displays in our Woodland and Savannah Arenas. These evenings are very popular, so book early. Come along wrapped up warm, and step out into the darkness with our owls. Although lighting is provided, we recommend bringing along a small torch, but do ask that you don’t shine it directly into any aviaries or during the flying displays.

The Trust reserves the right to vary the content and format of any event, without notice, if necessary. Terms and conditions apply. Come along wrapped up warm, and step out into the darkness with the owls.

Tickets: £21.50.11th March 2023 and 18th March 2023 - Doors open 5.45pm | Flying display commences 7pm

Hawk Conservancy Trust, Sarson Lane, Weyhill, Andover, SP11 8DY Tel: 01264 773850 www.hawk-conservancy.org/evening-owls

Sean McLoughlin is an acclaimed stand-up and writer based in London. Hugely in-demand in the UK and internationally, he has made appearances on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, The Stand-Up Sketch Show and Kevin Hart's LOL Network among others. He has recently supported Ricky Gervais on his international arena tour having previously opened for Bill Burr at the Royal Albert Hall and appeared at a gala show at the Sydney Opera House. He has performed solo tours across Europe, Australia and North America and has released two hugely successful U.S. comedy albums.

Mike Cox (MC) - Mike has been performing comedy since 2011 and quickly made his mark on the comedy scene with his sharp witted observational style which saw him crowned South Coast Comedian of the Year in 2014 as well as making the final of the prestigious Amused Moose Laugh Off in 2016. Mike can be seen at comedy clubs up and down the UK. Fri 10 Mar 2023 7.30pm - Tickets from £15

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Taking time out in South Downs to appreciate the joys of nature

An innovative scheme to help people’s wellbeing by immersing in stunning landscape and history has been launched.

Timescape will encourage people to take “time out” and get involved in nature-based arts and crafts, as well as enjoy walking trails in the tranquil surrounds of the South Downs. The project will be based at Amberley Museum in West Sussex and Butser Ancient Farm, near Waterlooville, in Hampshire.

Twelve sessions will take place at each venue and activities will include printing, pottery, carving, weaving and felting – all inspired by the incredible heritage of the locations. The sessions, which are free, will run at Amberley from February to July and at Butser from July to September.

Kate Drake, Health and Wellbeing Officer for the National Park, said: “We’re really excited to launch Timescape for 2023 and offer these two wonderful venues for these wellness sessions.

“We know connecting with National Parks can do wonders for mental and physical health. The growing evidence shows that people who have accessed green spaces report a reduction in stress, fatigue, anxiety and depression and this is certainly reflected in the testimonials we’ve had from similar projects in the National Park.

“These Timescape sessions are particularly tailored for people who may be experiencing issues such as stress, isolation, loneliness, anxiety or depression, and we hope to hear from people right across the region. These venues are both bursting with history, so it’s

almost like stepping out of your busy life and being transported to another time when you visit them!”

The project, now in its second year, is part of the National Park’s “natural health” strategy. The National Park’s first Health and Wellbeing Strategy was published two years ago, setting out a vision to connect more people with nature to help improve both mental and physical health.

The plans include working with GPs, healthcare and communitybased providers to deliver more opportunities for “green social prescribing”. A GP or social prescriber may refer a patient for non-clinical services that boost health, such as walking or cycling in the South Downs, becoming involved in arts-based activities or surveying wildlife.

The long-term strategy also identifies priority areas in the region where the Authority will work with communities, partners and healthcare providers to help more people discover the wellness benefits of the National Park.

Anyone interested in taking part in Timescape Residencies can email kate.drake@southdowns.gov.uk

Referrals from healthcare providers and their client groups are also welcome.

For more details, case studies, research and information for professionals on health and wellbeing in the National Park visit www.southdowns.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing/

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Petersfield Climate Action Network

A Fruit Tree in Every Garden

planting a tree in your garden.”

Fruit trees offer blossom in spring, fruit to eat, carbon dioxide sequestration, and a fantastic resource for wildlife and pollinators all year round in the form of nesting places and materials, food sources and cover.

In England alone, the total area of gardens is 459% larger than the total area of the National Nature Reserves, so the potential significance of gardens as a resource for wildlife is clear.

Due to popular demand, Petersfield Climate Action Network’s ‘A Fruit Tree In Every Garden’ project returned this winter – and it is growing!

Supported by grants from East Hampshire District Council and Petersfield Town Council, over the previous two winters PeCAN distributed over 380 fruit trees in Petersfield, but this year alone they sold 570 trees for gardens across East Hampshire! That’s 950 trees in total under this project, so far.

Working in partnership with Alton Climate Action Network, Liphook Climate Action Network, Rowlands Castle Gardening Club, Petersfield Community Garden and Phil Paulo of Future Shoots, PeCAN was able to offer the choice of four collection points this year, so that the whole district could benefit from subsidised trees.

The trees would usually cost over £30 plus delivery but thanks to funding, they were available for only £15, including a stake and information on how to plant and care for

your tree. Happy recipients told PeCAN that they were “thrilled” with their trees and couldn’t wait to plant them and watch them grow.

Amelia Gabriel, programme manager at Petersfield Climate Action Network, said: “Trees are a beneficial addition to most

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“With almost half of Britain’s ancient woodland having been destroyed in the last 50 years, the need for these habitats is greater than ever, and you can help by

Petersfield Climate Action Network (PeCAN) is an environmental charity, set up in 2020 by local residents. PeCAN’s aims are to reduce carbon emissions in Petersfield and the surrounding villages, mitigate the effects of climate change on the natural environment, and increase biodiversity, which they do by leading and supporting decarbonisation and nature projects in the community.

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