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The Power of Free
The perception that you are not paying for something can lead to irrational decisions I’ve been selling things since I was seven
much better value and the price was
Sandbanks or any other popular location in
years old so at 55 I’m surely too long in the
inconsequential anyway.
September a couple of searches will give
tooth to be swayed by offers of free things
you dozens of options. You can’t possibly
as I know perfectly well that everything is
For the next experiment the price of each
look in detail at all of them so to whittle
included in the price somewhere. I stay
product was lowered by one cent so 14
them down to a manageable number you
in hotels a lot and like most people my
cents for the truffle and the cheap candy
eliminate some on a fairly arbitrary basis
age I’m fighting a constant battle with the
was free.
and include others on a shortlist because
power of the pie so I don’t want the full
same but now two thirds of people went for
english breakfast. What I do want is to sit
the free sweet even though the truffle was
in the breakfast room with my wife, eat
even better value at the new price.
The price differential was the
some fruit and perhaps poached eggs on
of one detail like sea view or parking. Dogs go free, woodburner with free logs supplied, free use of bikes or surfboards are
toast (no butter of course). This influences
Ariely postulates that the preference for free
all the sorts of things that can keep you in
my choices in two ways, first of all I nearly
even when it isn’t the rational choice is down
the running. Charging for WiFi, heating or
always book a place where breakfast is
to an aversion to loss i.e. a free item carries
towels will get you eliminated straight away.
included which would be entirely logical if
no risk which may well be the case though
Nowadays most things are included but the
I stuck strictly to a nightly rate but I don’t.
I’ve also heard the theory that, to our hunter
item most up for debate is dog charges. I
Looking back at my booking history (on
gatherer brains free, things represent the
am absolutely convinced that you will get
booking.com which I love as it’s ‘free’) I can
proverbial ‘low hanging fruit’, a resource that
less income if you charge extra for dogs.
see that I choose a variety of prices and
can be obtained with near zero effort.
20 people bringing a dog per year at £25
definitely sometimes pay more for a bed
is £500 so one extra booking per 2 years
and breakfast rate than I would have spent
In a frankly terrifying follow up the team
will probably cover this. You may say you
for a room with breakfast extra but paying
recorded an event at a New York night
are full anyway even with the dog charge
£10-£15 for cereal and coffee just prevents
club offering ‘free tattoos’ with the ticket.
but this just shows that the price is too
me from enjoying it even though the price
In a large open room in an old industrial
low. Much better to add £10 or even £20
of room and breakfast together may well be
building the tattoo station was a small
to each week and say dogs go free. This
less than the inclusive rate I paid last week.
portable table, two folding chairs and a
is especially true if you advertise with a
cheap floor lamp.
Surely nobody sober
big agency where you have the choice
My behaviour is also different if I do pay for
would have paid for this potential health
of charging or not - if every cottage has
the breakfast, inevitably I will be tempted
hazard and when questioned 68% of the
a dog charge the effect will be less (not
to go for the full english so as to get value
queue confirmed that they wouldn’t have
eliminated) but if you present people with
for money, even though I don’t really want
got the tattoo if it wasn’t free.
a list of mixed dog free and dogs pay you’ll
it and having paid for the breakfast it’s not
definitely notice a difference. Some even
going to change the amount of money left
Application in the Holiday Market
have the option to filter by ‘dogs go free’ in
in the bank however much I eat. This is not
I’m a firm believer that this principle is even
which case you’d be mad to charge.
rational behaviour but it is I suspect typical.
more relevant to marketing a holiday home than other things. I’ve banged on about
Think about what you already include
The Academic Evidence
this before but the key thing to remember
for your guests and if it’s not something
One of the classic business and marketing
is that guests are looking for a reason not
everybody does then advertise it and
books of all time is Predictably Irrational by
to pick your property - If you want to go to
consider what you could provide - a few
Dan Ariely which includes an experiment
pounds worth of hotel style toiletries or
with selling chocolates (something else
fancy drinking chocolate can be a very
that the customer probably didn’t really
effective investment.
want). Dan and his team offered people the choice of a cheap and nasty chocolate
Simon Tolson owns Rumsey of Sandbanks.
for 1 cent or a high end truffle for 15 cents
Contact Simon on 01202 707357
which was clearly worth much more and
simon@rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk
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CONKER SPIRIT OPENS
T H ER E’ S M O R E TO LI FE ...
ITS DISTILLERY DOORS
The team at FUC clothing are proud to announce their launch party taking place on Saturday 25th May. Everyone is loving the brand and what it stands for, with only good things to say about it. Their aim now is to reach out even further and get even more people involved to be able to help more people.
FO R PU B LI C TO U RS Dorset’s first gin distillery, Conker Spirit, is pleased to announce the launch of its exclusive distillery tours. This is the first time Conker Spirit has opened its doors to the public, marking an exciting step forward in the brand’s grand plans to build a world-class visitor distillery experience. Guests will join Conker’s Founder, Rupert Holloway, on a comprehensive tour of Conker HQ in Southbourne, taking in the traditional alembic pot stills and the entire gin-making process, from the distilling of Conker’s select botanicals right through to the bottling. They’ll also get a guided tasting of all of Conker Spirit’s products, not to mention some of the new recipes the team are currently working on. And as an extra bonus, Conker devotees will get an exclusive sneak peek at Conker’s new distillery building – Rupert may even let them in on what he’s got in store for it. To top it all off, guests will be treated to a complimentary bottle of Conker’s maiden product – the Dorset Dry gin, or the 3 Star Great Taste winning Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur.
JOIN DIVERSE A B I L I T I E S FO R M U S I CA L M AY Throughout May a number of Dorset community groups are hosting musical events as part of the Diverse Abilities Sing to Raise initiative. From Bournemouth to Poole through Wimborne to Dorchester, established choir groups, individuals and bands are all singing in various ways to raise funds for Dorset’s disability charity. Some other performances throughout May include: a fancy dress karaoke night at the charity’s adult centre, The Beehive (10 May); live music in Brewery Square, Dorchester starring Dorset for Singing and The Undecided (11 May); ‘I can’t believe it’s not a folk club’ open mic night at the Oddfellow Arms in Wimborne (20 May); a five day busking tour from Bournemouth to Dorchester (22 May) plus much more! If you’d like to know more about Sing to Raise and view all event listings, visit www. diverseabilities.org.uk/sing
FUC donates to local cancer charity, Wessex Cancer Trust, with every purchase, so it does more than just make you look great, you also feel great in the clothes and can feel pretty good about yourself too, turn to page 176 to find out more about this inspirational brand. The launch party will be held at Truth nightclub and is shaping up to be a great event with a raffle with some amazing prizes including, tickets for a top night at a local comedy club, £100 M&S voucher, and many more, along with music and dancing. There will be a short catwalk to showcase the range and also the fantastic Combat Dollies will be joining them with tasters from their new collection. You can then buy what you’ve seen on the night, along with some items not available on line yet. All this together with the fact you will automatically get free entry to the Mash It Up Party held at the same location, going off until the early hours, with fantastic DJs and an unbeatable party vibe. Mash It Up is run by Wassmuffin Sound Academy who are fully supporting the event. Tickets are only £5, with the proceeds donated to charity. Please come along, let your hair down (if you have some) and help them spread the word. If you have any prizes you would like to donate please contact Charlie on charlylowe.hotmail.co.uk or call 07968855163, it will be very gratefully recieved. With thanks too Wassmuffin Sound System, Mash It Up, Sugar Rush events, Spitfire Shoot, Comedy Club, Tucton Dental Suregery and many more.
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The award-winning Operating Theatre Live is bringing its live human interactive dissection show to Talbot Heath on Saturday 22nd June 2019.
Paul from THE DESIGN BOARD was approached by Julie of JULIES D-CLUTTER to produce a design to remodel and extend this family home.
Fresh from being seen on BBC’s Dragons’ Den over the summer, Operating Theatre Live are conducting the UK’s only touring surgical experience offering an academically rigorous educational experience matched to UK exam specifications. During this unique opportunity, your child will be taking on the role of a trauma doctor bringing the systems of the human body alive through dissections. This incredible, immersive operating theatre experience will give your child the opportunity to dissect real specimens led by human anatomist Samuel Piri and his team of clinicians. The events secure and challenge students to explore careers in medicine and healthcare in a mission to raise engagement in STEM subjects and take students on an experience into healthcare and human anatomy. Please book up as soon as possible as there are a very limited number of tickets for this exclusive event.
T H E S A N D B A N K S F E S T I VA L , 1 2 - 1 4 J U LY 2 0 1 9 Year 12 and going strong! There is no stopping the enthusiasm of 1000’s of people who flock to the beautiful beaches of Sandbanks, Dorset on the second weekend in July to join in with what has become known as ‘the Sandbanks weekend’ in the sporting and social calendar of the South Coast of England. With a heavily watered beach arena providing a firm playing surface surrounded by elaborate marquees, staging and grandstands above the high-water mark, the British Beach Polo Championships, otherwise known as Sandpolo has become a ‘must go to’ event. With a ticketed capacity of 5000 on site, the polo can also be enjoyed by spectators along the beach from a raised sand platform. The polo, played under the authority of the Hurlingham Polo Association, attracts 4 competitive, medium goal teams of 3 players. Each team plays on both days with a further exhibition game on the Saturday. A charity race is held between the 2 fastest ponies on each day. International teams are welcome and bring an interesting dimension. The event has welcomed Australian, South African, Argentinian, Irish and Welsh teams, amongst others.
By repositioning the existing kitchen to the rear of the property, it now benefits from direct access onto the rear gardens. Adding two large rooflights in the vaulted ceiling above, allows natural light to pour into this well-equipped, contemporary space. An opulent living room is reached from the kitchen via two large bespoke sliding doors, in turn this flows naturally onto a new sunroom with views over the gardens. The interest continues with the charming library, which leads on to the family dining room. Paul states, “When we received the exciting brief for this project I was eager to get started, even more so when I quickly realised that Julie would be an integral part of the internal design. Her interiors knowledge along with the fantastic style response and keen eye for detail is second to none and she is a delight to work with.”
Sandfest attracts a unique audience of music and beach lovers on the Sunday from midday to 10pm. This year’s line-up includes Chase and Status, Example, Yxng Bane and Hannah Wants. Sun soaked ‘Sandfesters’ will feast on the best DJs and live performances and indulge in the exquisite beach food and bustling outside bars.
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Carpet Barn and The Bed Store are a long established retailer of carpets, flooring, beds and bedroom furniture, with existing outlets in Poole, Ferndown, Fareham, and Eastleigh. They’ve been established for 37 years and continue to be a successful, family run, business. They have recently opened a fifth outlet in Christchurch, on the old site of the Magna Mazda dealership. “We’re opening our new outlet in a prime main road location in Barrack Road, Christchurch” says David Ironside, one of the Directors, “It’s a high visibility location, and presents us with a prime opportunity to extend our offering further afield with our customers benefiting from increased savings.” Carpet Barn and The Bedstore are a traditional ‘Bricks and Mortar’ operation but have developed strong online presence in addition. Fellow Director Darren Ironside said, “In common with other progressive retail operations, we strive to serve the public both on and offline, and continue to recognise the importance of our customers not only to feel, touch and evaluate our product offerings in real time, but have the opportunity to benefit from personalised advice, and the best in customer service.” The company’s ethos is value driven, “In today’s competitive environment customers demand quality, but above all good value, and we’re here to give them both”, said Darren.
Dawsons / BANG & OLUFSEN on Poole Road in Westbourne has received the accolade of a ‘Bang & Olufsen Top 50 Store in the World’.
C O A S TA L WA L K IN SUPPORT OF LEWIS-MANNING HOSPICE Lewis-Manning Hospice are inviting people to take part in their Hospice to Hospice Walk on Saturday 18th May from Oakhaven Hospice in Mudeford to Lewis-Manning in Sandbanks, or the opposite way if preferred. The walk, now in its fourth successful year, is a 26 mile walk, known as a marathon walk, which takes place along the coastal path between Poole and Lymington with walkers supporting the hospice of their choice. The route is almost entirely flat so is ideal for walkers of all standards, especially as it’s non-competitive – a chance to enjoy the spectacular scenery. For more information and To register to take part go to w w w.hospicetohospice2019. eventbrite.co.uk To make a donation or to arrange your own event contact Lewis-Manning Hospice on 01202 708470
Receiving the award Dawson’s MD Kevin Dawson advised, “We are delighted to achieve this recognition for the second consecutive year. It celebrates the fact that we are actually number No 3 in the UK, for sales, behind Harrods and the Bang & Olufsen Knightsbridge Store and in the top 50 stores worldwide, out of a total of 800. It’s a huge achievement for us and a recognition of the hard work that we have put in and our ability to keep up with ever changing consumer demands.” The family run store, which is steeped in history, was established in 1927 by Kevin’s great grandfather George Dawson, with premises initially on Seamoor Road in Westbourne. He sold his first radio for just £6 and stocked items such as portable radios, mains radios, accumulators and offered a charging service. Cyril Dawson subsequently joined the company, joined by Kevin’s father Peter Dawson in 1957. Kevin joined the family firm in 1980 at the age of 17. Dawsons became a B & O dealer in 1964 and is the oldest UK dealer. Kevin commented, “As a high street business we have made sure that we are much more than just a showroom - we strive to offer shoppers an ‘experience’ in store. We want to be able to demonstrate how great sound can heighten a viewing experience and allow our customers to play with sound and engage with them. In my grandfather’s day, the TV’s would have been 405 lines, today’s technology offers up to 2160 lines (4K). People often think that surround sound is just for movies but we know the impact that it can make on the viewing of everyday TV dramas and streamed television. Remember Thin TV = Thin Sound. “We are currently working on a new, big Home Cinema room which is being designed to showcase our latest products and further develop the experiential shopping experience. We look forward to reporting on this in the coming weeks. This will be a welcome addition to our brand-new Home Media room.”
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The Advice Team at local disability charity, Diverse Abilities, is encouraging the Dorset community to create a lasting power of attorney (LPA) to make difficult situations easier for friends or family in the future. An LPA is a safety net. It is a legal document that ensures that a person or a group of people can manage and make decisions about someone’s finances, property and care needs.
The renowned Lashings World XI has announced its annual flagship event on southern shores. Taking place at Bournemouth Sports Club on Friday 14th June, the day is designed to bring together the corporate fraternity as well as cricket fans across the tri-counties, to revel in a summer soiree of sport and entertainment. All-star names such as Gordon Greenidge, John Emburey and legendary commentator Henry Blofeld have been confirmed as honorary guests for the day. Joining forces for this one-day event in Bournemouth, are the powerhouse of Estate Agents Saxe Coburg and the leaders in sporting events, Dave Fitzgerald and Scott Charlton who run Lashings XI.
If you are ready to start thinking about your future, or of a loved one, the Diverse Abilities Advice Team can help you to decide whether an LPA is right for you, and if so, make the applications for you and oversee the registration of the relevant documents. Working with the Diverse Abilities Advice Team will also save some money. The service charges an affordable fee, which is substantially lower cost than most solicitors and will not be making a profit. In addition, during May, the charity is offering 20% off the cost by quoting LPA SPRING OFFER. For more information, visit w w w.diverseabilities.org.uk/ advice or call the friendly team on 0300 330 5514.
The format of the day will be a kids coaching academy in the morning, followed by a corporate hospitality marquee lunch and then a T20 fixture. The Lashings World XI will face a Saxe Coburg Invitational XI. This stylish event aims to support Lashings World XI, with their 2019 commitment to raise over £10,000 for Macmillan Caring Locally. The charity’s ‘brick by brick appeal’ has captured hearts locally and is extremely fitting with Saxe Coburg’s community goals this year. “Macmillan Caring Locally is an exceptional charity which Lashings has been supporting for the last few years. Their brick by brick appeal isn’t easy; they require £6,000,000.00 overall to build a new facility in Christchurch. We’re hoping companies will dig deep on the day to show their support for this outstanding charity,” says Lashings’ Director David Fitzgerald.
FA N TA S T I C A R T H O T E L GOES ON THE MARKET It’s not every day an Art Hotel comes to market, offering a gross annual profit of 69%. Saxe Coburg Estate Agents have listed a three-storey, 12-bedroom, freehold hotel in the popular Boscombe Spa area of Bournemouth. This is a thriving business, with an annual turnover of circa £160,000. Owning and running a hotel is no mean-feat however the convenience of the Boscombe Spa Hotel is that it’s already a thriving business, meaning the new owner can move in and hit the ground running immediately. The converted Georgian house retains many original features, with a country-house atmosphere and a flower-filled courtyard garden. The hotel is presented in excellent condition with substantial forecourt parking and the pretty rear courtyard area easily seats 14 people; ideal for the summer months.
Tickets were released on 1st April 2019 via Eventbrite. £450 for a table of 10 gets you a three-course meal, along with an afternoon of cricket, Q&A sessions, entertainment, an auction, and hopefully… sunshine. There are also “gold” tables of 9 available, with a Lashings player joining your group, as well as various sponsorship opportunities available.
All 12 bedrooms are en-suite, there is a large residents lounge, residents dining room, art studio, kitchen and laundry area, study/ office, plus spacious reception hallway. The business is unique as it runs niche Art Holidays in Dorset. The hotel has developed a superb reputation, welcoming thousands of south-coast seekers and art lovers over the years.
Saxe Coburg said of the occasion, “This is our second year sponsoring the annual Lashings World XI. This event brings together the best of the business world and provides serious cricket in an engaging and fun way. Anyone who knows their cricket needs to be there on 14th June.”
This property is on the market with Saxe Coburg Estate Agents for £845,000. No specialist art knowledge is required. Viewings are now being taken. Please contact Lynn Kravos on 01202 303066 ext 650 to book your viewing.
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OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets SOUTHBOURNE £399,950 surrounding the roof which has good storage space.
POKESDOWN £339,950
A beautifully presented four bedroom semi-detached family home situated in a superb An incredibly spacious and well-presented three bedroom ground floor garden location close to the local amenities of both Southbourne Grove and Pokesdown and apartment with a garage and further off road parking set just a short walk from the Four bedrooms four bathrooms garden | hall | drawing room studio complexshops | dining | wine cellar integrated garaging | small laketop arboretum within easy reach| of good transport|links. Theroom property views very well with| bright barsroom and restaurants in |Southbourne Grove whilst the cliff and beach| over are atsix modern throughout. the end of the road. acres ofaccommodation land Semi-detached | Four bedrooms | Two large reception rooms | Fitted kitchen & utility room | One bathroom | Rear garden
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Over 1000sq/ft of space | Three bedrooms | Large kitchen diner | Lounge overlooking the private garden | Modern bathroom | Good storage | Private entrance | Garage and off road parking
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BRANKSOME PARK £450,000
ALUM CHINE £500,000
A choice of two brand new apartments located in a beautiful development situated on Burton Road. The two or three bedroom apartments are finished to an incredibly high specification to include ‘Porcelenosa’ kitchen, bathrooms and tiling.
An incredibly rare opportunity to acquire a three bedroom detached house backing onto and overlooking the beautiful wooded Alum Chine. The property is presented in excellent order throughout and has the scope to extend (STPP)
Premier Guide 10 year build mark warranty | Contemporary styling | Prestigious location | Off road parking | Gas fired underfloor heating
Detached house | Three double bedrooms | Bright lounge diner | Modern kitchen | Backing onto and overlooking alum chine
WEST CLIFF £400,000
BRANKSOME PARK £275,000
WESTBOURNE £167,000
BRANKSOME PARK £285,000
Available with no forward chain is this light and spacious three bedroom top floor apartment situated extremely close to the beach.
Refurbished to a high standard throughout, this beautifully presented first floor apartment is finished in a modern and contemporary style.
This well presented two bedroom first floor apartment is situated in the heart of Westbourne Village.
This beautifully presented third floor purpose built apartment has recently had a new kitchen and bathroom installed.
Spacious Accommodation | Two Reception Rooms | Two Bathrooms | South Facing Balcony
Indoor Swimming Pool Complex | Luxury shower room and separate bathroom | Balcony
Two double bedrooms | Modern fitted kitchen breakfast room | Recently fitted bathroom
Ground Floor | Underground Parking | Large South Facing Patio | Two Double Bedrooms
OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has good storage space.
WEST CLIFF £314,950
BOURNEMOUTH £257,500
BRANKSOME PARK £485,000
WEST OVERCLIFF £525,000
A spacious three double bedroom first floor This fantastic has been spacious four bedroom, two reception An incredibly unique two bedroom ground floor Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall |penthouse drawing apartment room | studio complexThis | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six Westbourne & Bournemouth. acres of land
apartment conveniently positioned between
recently renovated throughout and is situated in a prime location in Queens Park.
room town house is situated in a prestigious development in Branksome Park
character apartment perfectly situated on the West Overcliff
Close to the Beach | Balcony | Share of Freehold | Gas Central heating | Modern Kitchen | Garage
Two double bedrooms | Recently renovated | High specification | Modern fitted kitchen
Three bathrooms | Integral garage | Garden & balcony | Ground floor bedroom/potential for annexe
Sea Views | Large Living Room | Private Patio and Garden Area | Cellar | Gas Central Heating
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A selection of properties sold by Winkworth Poole in April 2019
BRANKSOME PARK £1,250,000
LOWER PARKSTONE £575,000
LILLIPUT £550,000
LILLIPUT £385,000
OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has good storage space. Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land
LOWER PARKSTONE £350,000 WINKWORTH POOLE | 01202 BATTERSEA | 020 7228 9265 733000 poole@winkworth.co.uk battersea@winkworth.co.uk
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Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six
5A KINGS CRESCENT, LOWER PARKSTONE, BH14 9PR £700,000
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A brand new beautifully presented four bedroom, three bathroom family home located on a quiet mature road just a short walk from Penn Hill, Ashley Cross and Parkstone Golf Club.
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TALBOT WOODS | £1,150,000 A substantial detached character home located on a large, private corner plot within one of Talbot Woods premier location. Benefitting from four double bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, three reception rooms and study. Detached garage.
TALBOT WOODS | £525,000
BOURNEMOUTH | GUIDE PRICE £500,000
A superbly presented three bedroom semi detached home situated in the premier Talbot Woods location within easy reach of Bournemouth Town Centre and the popular Westbourne Village. Benefitting from two luxury bath/shower rooms, modern kitchen and a large living/ dining room.
A beautiful detached character home located in a premier residential location within good school catchments on the outskirts of Bournemouth Town Centre. Featuring four double bedrooms, a spacious living/dining room, off road parking, garage and a sunny aspect rear garden.
BOSCOMBE SPA | OIRO £170,000
TALBOT WOODS | £190,000
MOORDOWN | £500,000
A spacious 1 double bedroom ground floor apartment situated within the landmark San Remo development in Boscombe Spa. The property is superbly situated, moments from the sea front, and benefits from a 24 hour concierge, various communal rooms including a snooker room and lounge plus a residents sun terrace offering far reaching sea views.
A beautifully presented 1 double bedroom first floor character apartment situated in the highly sought after Talbot Woods location and within easy reach of the Town Centre. The property has been finished to a superb standard throughout whilst retaining many characterful features and further benefits from a garage and share of freehold.
An immaculately presented detached character home ideally located close to a range of amenities and favoured local schooling. Offering spacious accommodation to include five bedrooms, four bath/shower rooms, living room, open plan kitchen/family room, conservatory and a secluded garden with summerhouse
01202 317317 | bournemouth@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 122 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth
EAST CLIFF | GUIDE PRICE £700,000 An impressive detached character home offering generously sized and flexible accommodation located within a highly sought after location only a moments’ walk to the award winning sandy beaches and within easy reach of Bournemouth Town Centre and main transport links. Retaining many original features the property benefits from five double bedrooms, three spacious reception rooms, conservatory and a private southerly facing rear garden.
QUEENS PARK | OIEO £600,000
BOURNEMOUTH | GUIDE PRICE £540,000
A beautifully presented four/five bedroom detached character house situated in the premier Queens Park location within easy reach of the popular Queens Park Golf Course. The property features a stunning open plan kitchen/dining room whilst further benefitting from two reception rooms, ground floor WC, garage along with private front and rear gardens.
A superbly presented four bedroom detached family home locate in a cul-de-sac on the outskirts of the Town Centre and within easy reach of Bournemouth Hospital and JP Morgan along with the picturesque Throop Village and river only a short walk. The property has been updated by the current owners and features a stunning open plan kitchen/family room with bi-folding doors. Other features of the property include 2 luxury bath/shower rooms, a garage and large, sunny aspect rear garden.
MEYRICK PARK | £240,000
WESTBOURNE | £274,000
BOURNEMOUTH | GUIDE PRICE £375,000
A spacious and superbly presented 2 double bedroom first floor purpose built apartment located in Meyrick Park only a short walk to Bournemouth Town Centre and the award winning sandy beaches. Offering generously sized accommodation the property further benefits from a sunny aspect balcony, secure parking and a share of freehold.
A stunning two double bedroom ground floor apartment situated in the premier ‘Golden Grid’ location within a moments, level walk of the popular Westbourne Village. The property has been finished to a high specification by the current owner and features two luxury bath/shower rooms, kitchen, patio seating area and a garage.
A superbly presented three bedroom detached cottage style home ideally located on the outskirts of Bournemouth Town Centre within easy reach of Castlepoint and main transport links. Having been tastefully updated by the current owners the property benefits from two reception rooms, a modern fitted bathroom and conservatory.
01202 317317 | bournemouth@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 122 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth
RINGWOOD | £749,950 A substantial four/five bedroom detached family home set within private and secluded gardens in one of the areas prestigious location. Spacious and versatile accommodation including en-suite to master, three reception rooms, conservatory, utility room. Integral garage, extensive parking.
ST LEONARDS | G.P. £550,000
ST IVES | OIEO £500,000
A four bedroom extensively refurbished and extended to a high specification detached chalet style bungalow situated in a quiet cul-de-sac location on a plot approaching one fifth of an acre. Kitchen with Bosch appliances, utility. Open plan living space. En-suite to master, two bath shower rooms. Generous parking, detached garage, well enclosed gardens. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
A modern and extensively refurbished to a high specification detached bungalow with generous three double bedrooms, en-suite to master a fabulous open plan kitchen/dining/ sitting room. A large corner plot, detached garage and ample parking.
ASHLEY PARK | G.P. £550,000
ST IVES | G.P. £450,000
ASHLEY HEATH | £450,000
A spacious three double bedroom split level home situated in a most beautiful location backing on to the Castleman Trailway and Ringwood Forest. Bath and shower room, sitting room with balcony. Terraced rear gardens, off road parking, garage and workshop. NO ONWARD CHAIN
A three bedroom two bathroom detached bungalow situated on a sizeable corner plot having been extensively updated by the current owners. Large conservatory, single garage and ample parking. Viewing highly recommended.
A three double bedroom detached bungalow situated in a quiet cul-de-sac and only a short walk to Ringwood Forest. Well-presented throughout, en-suite to master, kitchen, utility, two reception rooms. Double garage, paved parking and beautiful secluded rear gardens. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
01425 489955 | ringwood@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 52 - 54 High Street, Ringwood
RINGWOOD | OIEO £565,000 An impressive four/five bedroom detached bungalow situated in a great location within walking distance of local schools. Extended and refurbished to a high standard throughout including a large open plan living space. Generous off road parking and well enclosed rear gardens.
ST IVES | £579,950
RINGWOOD | £465,000
Beautifully presented and designed chalet home of almost 2000 sq ft situated in a desirable location with stunning south facing garden. Flexible arrangement of accommodation with two generous en-suites and family bathroom and a combination of both ground and first floor bedrooms. Detached garage and ample parking and turning.
Believed to be circa 1900s. This beautifully-presented and extensively refurbished four bedroom semi-detached character house has an abundance of style and bespoke features. TOWN CENTRE LOCATION
RINGWOOD | OIEO £400,000
RINGWOOD | £335,000
POULNER | G.P. £300,000
A delightful characterful three bedroom semi-detached period house sympathetically modernised. A substantial extension provides the most beautiful family room/kitchen with bi-fold doors to the garden. Ample parking and generous garden. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
Three bedroom home centrally located within a short walk of the Town Centre. Generous garden with access to a single garage and parking. Split level reception rooms and views over Carvers. Viewing highly recommended.
A deceptively spacious three bedroom semi-detached house well-presented throughout. Popular cul-de-sac conveniently located being within walking distance of local schools and amenities. Open plan living space, conservatory and family shower room. Off road parking, garage, private rear garden.
01425 489955 | ringwood@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 52 - 54 High Street, Ringwood
FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £685,000 SOLE AGENT An attractive and well-maintained three-bedroom, three bathroom detached family home with a detached garage and west facing rear garden. Situated in a sought-after location, just a short distance to Ferndown’s town centre. This imposing property is accessed via a carriage driveway with two sets of double iron gates, providing generous off-road parking for several vehicles. The front garden has been landscaped with decorative shrubs which create an impressive approach to the property.
WEST PARLEY | GUIDE PRICE £600,000
FERNDOWN | £550,000
WEST PARLEY | £525,000
This well-maintained 1950’s two double bedroom, two reception room detached chalet bungalow has a 90ft private and south facing rear garden, detached single garage and generous off-road parking. The property comes to the market for the first time and sits beautifully on a secluded plot which is approaching 1/3 of an acre.
A charming and deceptively spacious, five bedroom, four bathroom detached property with a double glazed conservatory, private rear garden and ample off road parking, whilst enjoying a sought after and convenient location, situated approximately 700 metres away from Ferndown’s town centre.
This recently refurbished and generous sized three double bedroom, two bathroom detached bungalow has a landscaped and private rear garden, detached single garage, generous off-road parking for several vehicles and is offered with no onward chain. The current owners have managed to create a stunning and stylish property.
FERNDOWN | £525,000 SOLE AGENT
REDHILL | £515,000 SOLE AGENT
WEST PARLEY | £445,000 SOLE AGENT
FERNDOWN £390,000 SOLE AGENT
This extremely spacious and substantially enlarged five/six bedroom, four bathroom, two/thee reception room detached chalet bungalow occupies a large and private plot with a 60ft secluded rear garden, detached double garage and generous off-road parking for several vehicles. Tucked away down a private road.
This impeccably presented and beautifully refurbished three/four double bedroom, one/two reception room, two bathroom detached chalet bungalow has a 50ft private, west facing rear garden with a detached single garage and generous offroad parking. Situated within Redhill and falling within the Hillview school catchment.
This deceptively spacious and beautifully modernised two double bedroom, two bathroom detached bungalow has a large double glazed conservatory, 60ft private rear garden, detached single garage and generous off-road parking for several vehicles.
An immaculate and well-proportioned fourbedroom, two-bathroom, two reception room detached family home with a private 35ft x 30ft south facing rear garden, single garage and driveway, 21ft lounge, kitchen/ breakfast room and separate dining room. Tucked away in a pleasant cul-de-sac in a popular residential location close to amenities.
01202 890890 | ferndown@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 390 Ringwood Road, Ferndown
FERNDOWN | £650,000 SOLE AGENT This substantially enlarged and extremely spacious four double bedroom, three-bathroom, four reception room detached family home occupies a large corner plot, with an 80ft south west facing rear garden, double garage and generous off-road parking. Enjoying a peaceful and soughtafter location close to Ferndown’s town centre and a local nature reserve. The property could also be offered with no onward chain.
WEST PARLEY | £550,000
FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £500,000
NORTHBOURNE | £490,000
A beautifully presented substantial four-bedroom, two bathroom detached character family home which has been enhanced by its current owners set in a convenient and semi-rural location. The light, spacious and well-planned accommodation is arranged with the principle rooms overlooking the 90ft private rear garden.
A beautifully modernised and substantially enlarged fourbedroom, three-bathroom, three reception room detached chalet bungalow, with a 180ft south facing rear garden, detached single garage and generous off-road parking. Situated in a sought-after location within Ferndown.
HILL VIEW SCHOOL CATCHMENT. This cleverly extended and generous sized four double bedroom, two bathroom detached chalet bungalow has a 19ft conservatory which overlooks a private 70ft garden with a detached single garage and generous off-road parking.
FERNDOWN | £480,000 A spacious, well-proportioned and wellpresented three-bedroom, two bathroom detached bungalow with a low maintenance rear garden and generous off-road parking. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac just a short distance from Ferndown’s town centre.
FERNDOWN | £475,000 SOLE AGENT
WEST PARLEY | £475,000 SOLE AGENT
A deceptively spacious and substantially enlarged six double-bedroom, twobathroom, two reception room detached family home, with a one bedroom selfcontained annexe, large garage, ample offroad parking and enclosed garden. Situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac location a short distance from Ferndown’s town centre.
A beautifully presented and well-maintained four-bedroom, two reception, twobathroom chalet bungalow with a large south facing rear garden backing onto fields. The property is deceptively spacious having been extended and benefits from an integral single garage and off-road parking for ample vehicles.
BEARWOOD | £450,000 A deceptively spacious and extended three double-bedroom, two-bathroom, three reception room detached character family home, enjoying an elevated position with an 80ft private rear garden, detached single garage and generous off-road parking. Enjoying a quiet and convenient semi-rural location within a popular area of Bearwood.
01202 890890 | ferndown@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 390 Ringwood Road, Ferndown
HAMWORTHY | £950,000
UPTON | £975,000
SOLE AGENT. Panoramic views and a tranquil ambience are enjoyed by this superb five bedroom detached property which provides a fabulous family home or is equally suited for home and income, and backs directly onto Ham Common Nature Reserve. The main living accommodation is set on the first floor with a large timber decked balcony which has a south westerly aspect and spectacular views. No Chain
NEW INSTRUCTION. A unique country style home set on a superb plot in excess of 0.8 of an acre offering 5/6 bedrooms, 3/4 reception rooms, roof sun lounge with southerly balcony, annexe potential, long private driveway and a double garage. This impressive home is set in superb landscaped grounds and is within a mile of Upton Country Park, 2 ½ miles from Hamworthy Park and has the lovely natural beaches nearby.
BRANKSOME | £400,000
ASHLEY CROSS | £200,000
A superb detached family home with 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, generous kitchen/dining room, conservatory, 2 large sundeck terraces and off road parking for 2 cars. This impressive family home is set in a cul-de-sac location less than 200 metres from Branksome Recreation Ground.
NEW INSTRUCTION. A spacious first floor two double bedroom apartment with a 23’2” x 11’ 1” double aspect lounge and separate well fitted kitchen. The apartment is well presented throughout and benefits from a stylish refitted bathroom, double glazing, heating and a garage. The apartment is superbly set within 500m of Ashley Cross.
POOLE TOWN CENTRE | £220,000 NEW INSTRUCTION. Superb 2 double bedroom flat just minutes from the shops and Quay in Poole. Includes en suite shower room, fitted kitchen, underground parking, security entryphone system, fitted carpets, modern bathroom. Ring 01202 377377 to view.
CANFORD HEATH | £395,000 NEW INSTRUCTION. A spacious and wellpresented three bedroom, two reception room detached bungalow set on a corner plot with off road parking for 4 cars, a garage and two mature gardens which are potentially large enough for a separate dwelling (subject to planning.)
PARKSTONE | £375,000
BRANKSOME PARK | £400,000
PENN HILL | £269,950
PARKSTONE | £325,000
NEW INSTRUCTION. An immaculate 3 double bedroom detached bungalow, set in a culde-sac location with a landscaped garden, vegetable garden, generous driveway, garage, potting shed and greenhouse. Added benefits include gas central heating via radiators and double glazing.
NEW INSTRUCTION. Vacant. Set on the first floor of this sought after block close to Westbourne shops. A bright and airy 3 double bedroom, 2 reception room apartment with a south facing balcony, set in beautiful well-kept grounds. Includes 2 bathrooms (one en suite), kitchen/breakfast room, garage, gas central heating, double glazing, share of freehold, passenger lift.
NEW INSTRUCTION. A delightful character ground floor garden apartment built in approximately 1910 and enjoys high ceilings and spacious rooms. The apartment offers 2 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, a well-equipped kitchen and separate dining room with double doors into the garden. The property is located within ½ a mile of the bars and restaurants in Penn Hill.
NEW INSTRUCTION. A splendid three double bedroom detached bungalow situated in a private, elevated corner plot with driveway & car port. This attractive property benefits from a delightful garden that sweeps around both sides and rear of the bungalow with great areas for alfresco dining. Located within 300 metres of local shops and equal distance to Branksome Recreation Ground.
01202 377377 | poole@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 18 - 20 Parkstone Road, Poole
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OIRO £800,000
Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are delighted to offer this most attractive chalet style residence that stands proudly on an extra wide plot of half of an acre in one of the area’s premier roads. The property offers approx. 2,400 sq ft of beautifully presented living space plus a double garage. Premier Road Location | Sweeping In and Out Driveway | Beautifully Presented With Quality Fixtures & Fittings | Four Double Bedrooms With Three Bathrooms | Extensive Driveway | EPC E
Wimborne | 01202 842842
Guide Price £750,000
This stunning family home has been extensively refurbished and re-configured by the current owners with careful thought and planning, and premium quality furniture and fittings throughout as well as brand new double glazed windows fitted throughout, bi-fold doors in the lounge, an intruder alarm and smoke alarm. Family Home | Four Bedrooms | Superb Kitchen/Family Room | Lounge/Cinema Room | Extensively Refurbished | Arctic Cabin And Swimspa | Double Garage | Quality Fittings Throughout | Quiet Cul-De-Sac Location | Walk To Local Schools | EPC D
Wimborne | 01202 842842
Guide Price
£775,000
This CHARMING, CHARACTER HOME sits on a GENEROUS PLOT approaching half an acre and is quietly located at the end of a long private driveway. Built in the style of “Lady Wimborne” cottages, this detached property offers WELL PROPORTIONED and versatile accommodation and is BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT. Detached Character Home | Four Bedrooms | Spacious Lounge and Separate Dining Room/Family Room | Substantial Reception Hallway | Large Conservatory | Garden Room/Art Studio | Detached Garage and Ample Parking | Generous Frontage | Private and Quiet Location | EPC E
Canford Cliffs | 01202 744944
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Edwards Fine & Country proudly offer this one of a kind development, a three bed bespoke apartment in the heart of Canford Cliffs. Architecturally styled with a combination of buffed-brickwork, ivory render and local Portland stone, this beautiful apartment benefits from outdoor space in the form of a spacious sun terrace, accessed by bifold doors offering unbeatable sylvan views over Parkstone golf club, and the area’s dense pine coastal woodland. Individually designed for comfort and style | Highest standard fixtures and fittings | Incredible views over award winning Parkstone Golf Club | Built in an area of outstanding natural beauty | Five minutes walk from Canford Cliffs Village and Poole Harbour | EPC TBC
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Bournemouth | 01202 555550 Ferndown | 01202 855595 London | 0207 079 1515 Lower Parkstone | 01202 744944 Verwood | 01202 829777 Wimborne | 01202 842842
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£625,000 Bournemouth | 01202 855595
Asking Price £550,000
An immaculately presented four double bedroom detached chalet style residence with bright and spacious living accommodation, a sizeable kitchen/diner, integral double garage, en-suite to master and private south facing rear garden situated in a non estate location.
A simply wonderful southerly mature garden, off road parking and a garage, are just a few features of this exceptional detached family home. Located within one of the areas most sought after roads, this fine hone has been meticulously maintained and improved by the current owners who have lived here for 33 years.
Immaculately presented chalet style residence | Four double bedrooms | New en-suite and ground floor cloakroom | Bright and spacious living accommodation | Sizeable kitchen/diner | Double integral garage | Generous south facing rear garden with Sylvan backdrop | Non estate Town centre location with Bridle paths and dog walking close by | EPC C
Exceptional Family Home In Sought After Position | Beautifully Presented | Lovely Spacious Entrance Hall | Gorgeous Fitted Kitchen/Breakfast Room | 4 Bedrooms | Wonderful Mature & Private Garden | Parking & Garage | EPC D
Verwood | 01202 829777
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£540,000 Bournemouth | 01202 555550 Offers over £500,000
A substantial four double bedroom detached executive style property on a small select development within the Town Centre having a bright and spacious lounge/ diner, through kitchen/breakfast room, two en-suites and an extensive fully accessible loft space, which could be converted to further accommodation if required.
A beautiful private landscaped garden and extensive secure off road parking, are just a few features of this fabulous detached family home, which is set within the highly regarded Hill View School catchment. Constructed in 2010 and still benefitting from the residue of a 10 year guarantee, this fabulous home offers both spacious and very versatile accommodation, constructed to an incredibly high standard.
Select gated development | Four double bedrooms | Two en-suites | Sizeable through kitchen/diner | Bright and spacious lounge/diner | Quality fixtures and fittings | Extensive accessible loft space (potential fifth bedroom) | Parking for five cars | Town Centre location | No forward chain | EPC B
Outstanding Detached Family Home | Exceptional Finish Throughout | Sleek & Stylish Open Plan Design | 4 Double Bedrooms | 2 Contemporary Style Bath/Shower Rooms | Stunning Fitted Kitchen | Fantastic Landscaped Garden & Timber Chalet | Extensive Secure Parking | EPC D
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Ferndown | 01202 855595
Guide Price £450,000
Ferndown | 01202 855595
Guide Price £305,000
A very well presented and spacious four double bedroom, three bathroom, two reception room detached chalet style residence with a double glazed conservatory, 55ft private west facing rear garden, extra large detached garage with additional workshop/utility/hobbies room.
Longham Mews enjoys a semi rural location set in the delightful hamlet of Longham within a stones throw from riverside walks. The property boasts contemporary open plan accommodation on the ground floor & benefits from three double bedrooms with an en-suite shower room to the master.
Vendor Suited | Delightful Detached Chalet Home | Lovely Modern Fitted Kitchen | 4 Double Bedrooms | Gorgeous Private Garden | Extensive Parking & Garage | EPC D
Three Bedroom Mid Terraced Property | Modern Style Kitchen | Low Maintenance & Walled Rear Garden | Located Within 2 Miles Of Ferndown Town Centre | EPC B
Candford Heath | 01202 744944
£299,950 Branksome Park | 01202 744944
Edwards are delighted to offer for this immaculate three bedroom semi-detached home with spacious conservatory, kitchen diner, bright lounge, family bathroom, cloakroom/wc, detached garage with electric door. It is located at the end of a driveway giving off road parking within a quiet cul-de-sac with access to local schools. Three bedrooms and family bathroom | Spacious conservatory | Modern décor throughout | Low maintenance garden | Bright spacious lounge | Quiet cul-de-sac | EPC D
£245,000
Stunning communal gardens, a long lease and large garage are just a few features of this superbly presented top floor apartment that is conveniently located for level access into central Westbourne. This delightful apartment is stylishly decorated throughout creating a wonderful feeling of light and space, further added to by its generous room proportions and large windows. This two bedroomed apartment enjoys elevated views across the mature shared gardens. Exceptionally large apartment | Long lease | Modern fitted kitchen | Beautifully mature grounds | Tandem length garage | Allocated parking | EPC D
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The Lifestyle Concept Tracey Beesley, a Lifestyle Consultant and professional declutterer, can help you to get on top of life and bring calm to overwhelm Have you ever felt overwhelmed every
But don’t take my word for it, there is some
time you step into your home?
As you
really good evidence out there now about
look around you, do you think “Where do
what decluttering can do for you and there
I begin”?
are some interesting facts.
The truth is, that we all feel overwhelm
1. Clutter steals time - the average person
from time to time and although for some of
spends one year of their lifetime looking
us, it is a temporary ‘glitch’ in this journey
for lost things.
called life; for others, it’s a permanent
duplicate buying, frustration
Outcomes - lateness,
state of affairs and seems to only go from
2. Social life - do you want to invite friends
bad to worse. This, in turn, can affect our
and family to your home? Do you, in fact,
I have two specialities, both of which are
mental health and lead to further problem
have no room as the ‘spare room’ is, in
situations I have encountered myself.
down the line.
fact, not spare?
Newly divorced or separated couples
3. Downtime - do you feel relaxed in
often find it hard to split the contents and
I have used decluttering myself, many
your home at the end of a busy day or
downsize (as that is often required). I’m
times in my life. I use it to bring calm in
overwhelmed?
able to come in with a sense of calm, and
some anxious times and it’s worked for
4. Do you buy duplicates because you
help you let go and move on. Separately, I
me, for many years, I know for a fact, it will
lose things - think of your cash flow?
helped my own mum downsize and I knew,
5. Usable space - do you use your garage
only too well, what an overwhelming time it
for its intended purpose - i.e. a car or
was for her. Carefully we found the special
I always use the analogy that follows. No
is it full of ‘stuff’ that you cannot bring
items that needed a pride of place in her
artists would start a masterpiece with
yourself to go through?
new home and other items, that we could
work for you.
anything other than a blank canvas, so having a clear space, which is your home,
6. 23% of adults pay bills late as they
let go of to be given a new lease of life in a new home.
can’t find them 7. Improper storage leads to damage and
allows you to think more clearly.
I love helping other people and it would be
loss of value
my pleasure to help you during a tricky time in your life. Does your home reflect the real you? Do you need help to create the home of your dreams and free yourself from the clutter that could possibly be overwhelming you? Why not give me a call (a free one hour consultation is available on request) and see how we gel. It would be my pleasure to help you live the best life you can.
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Gardens are now working as an extension of our homes as an additional living space. But with time being a precious commodity, how do you create a beautiful garden without the continual maintenance? Steve Lawless, Landscaping Products Manager at Elliotts Builders Merchant, looks at 3 products will help create the ultimate low-maintenance space.
Investment expert Robbie Mair offers advice, investment and hands on support to business owners; whether you are looking to grow your current business, sell it, improve cashflow or in need of simple guidance.
Artificial grass has come a long way over the last few years and no longer has the ‘astro turf’ label that it used to. You could easily mistake some lawns for being real. By opting for artificial grass, you get the look and feel of a real lawn without the need for mowing, watering or re-seeding.
Business owners that experience cashflow problems can struggle to manage the business, staff, suppliers and customers when there is a great deal of debt. Turning a business around when you are deeply involved in it, is often difficult, risky and immensely stressful, especially when faced with escalating debt and personal guarantees.
Composite decking has become extremely popular with people who want a great looking deck all year round. Composite is resistant to mould and requires no treatment, unlike traditional timber decking. A lot of composite decking also has very good slip resistance, making it perfect for family members young and old. There are plenty of decking styles to suit all gardens.
Add unhappy creditors threatening winding-up orders, and insolvency can seem like your only option. And often, turnaround specialists and ‘insolvency practitioners’ will charge thousands of pounds only to advise putting a business into a company voluntary arrangement, or worse still liquidation, because the practitioner will always get paid first.
Composite fencing is relatively new to the UK, but it’s been hugely popular across Europe and we expect the market to really grow in the UK. Think composite decking…but for fencing! With no need for sanding or painting, composite fencing will look amazing all year round. Its slot-in panels also make it easy to install.
But there are much smarter options available for a business that is already financially struggling. With a fresh perspective and the help of an “active investor” you can pinpoint problems and implement safe and robust solutions that may not be evident to the team embroiled in the day-to-day management of the business, or indeed to your accountants and corporate advisors. Choose an expert or investor with integrity ensuring that he will only get involved knowing he/she can save your company from insolvency.
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WHICH BOURNEMOUTH PROPERTIES ARE SELLING THE BEST? Your local property experts bring you the latest industry news, this month written by Nick Richards, Sales Director on behalf of Foxes Sales & Lettings.
W H Y H AV E S O M A N Y INSURANCE POLICIES? Clients often believe that they only require insurance for their main home and motor they may have additional payments for other covers arranged through various outlets often with little or no advice covering additional properties, legal cover, second homes, holiday homes, travel, cycles, jewellery and golf. Wouldn’t it great to just have this all under one roof.
If you’re considering a house move, it’s wise to take a look at how quickly (or slowly) different types of property are selling locally. It could save you a lot of heartache – and many thousands of pounds. If you’re selling a property in a sluggish price range and buying in a faster moving price range then putting your property on the market first is vital, otherwise you’re likely to find the one you want to buy tends to sell before your property sells. And if you’re selling in a fast-moving market and buying in a slower market, you’re probably in a position to get a better deal on the home you’re buying.
We can often arrange cover under one policy to include all of these with the aim of simplifying the amount of policies you have whilst taking advantage of better covers and competitive premiums which can include: • • • • • • • • • •
To help local buyers understand the market, we’ve broken down Bournemouth properties for sale into roughly four uniform size price bands, with around 25% of the properties on the market in each. As a simple insight into which sector is selling the best, we then looked at how many properties in each bracket are sold subject to contract (stc). Total properties on the market
Properties sold (stc)
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Up to £190,000
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As you can see, the lower end of the market is the best performing, with 48% of all property sold subject to contract. And it doesn’t come as a surprise that the upper end of the property market in Bournemouth is a little tougher.
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Climb on board a catamaran to beat Croatia’s crowds Small ship sailing allows Celia Paul to enjoy the picturesque coastlines and peaceful coves. Like Bambi taking his first tentative steps, I push myself up off the paddleboard, first to my knees and then cautiously - and with more than one false start - to my feet. In the faint distance, I can hear applause, but I’m too focused on gripping hold of my paddle to pay much attention. Around me, the waters of the Adriatic are clear and thankfully for my precarious balance - tranquil. Apart from a single yacht and my new home from home, a gleaming white catamaran, the bay is undisturbed by water traffic. My shipmates and new-found friends are dotted around me, some kayaking, others snorkelling, while a couple provide vocal and enthusiastic support from the deck of the catamaran. I skirt my wobbly way around them, gradually becoming more stable, only to watch in awe as one companion takes to SUP yoga on the open sea. Taking that as my cue, I clamber back aboard ship, hunt down a cold drink and sit down in the sun to take my turn as cheerleader and observer. If this is sailing life, how has it taken me so long to embrace it?
RIGHT Lopud and Elaphiti | PA Photo/Whereabouts Holidays
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We’re less than 25 miles from Dubrovnik, but a world
A small fleet of catamarans - nearly all of which were
away from the hustle and bustle of urban existence.
brand new in 2018 - each sleeps passengers in four cleverly appointed cabins. Mine is an exercise in
Ask anyone who’s visited the ancient Croatian city for
ingenious storage, with a comfy double bed and tiny but
their first impressions, and I’d wager good money they all
very functional en-suite toilet and shared shower, while
mention the words ‘cruise ship’. Each day, huge vessels
up on deck, there’s generous lounging and sunbathing
disgorge thousands of passengers into the World
space, and comfortable communal seating.
Heritage site for a few intense hours of sightseeing. With an on-board guide, and an experienced skipper The sea around Dubrovnik teems with these fully
to do all the heavy lifting, it’s the perfect way to get a
equipped floating palaces, as well as with comfortable
taste of nautical living, and experience Croatia without
but utilitarian passenger ferries darting between the
the crowds. The stunning coastline of Croatia is home
many Croatian islands and the mainland.
to more than 1,000 islands, but we start off gently with some of those closest to our departure port, the Elaphiti
But there is another way for the more independent-
archipelago.
minded traveller to take to the seas - without being an experienced sailor or a yacht-owning billionaire.
RIGHT SUP and swimming at the Kolocep Blue Cave | PA Photo/
Whereabouts Holidays offers a choice of sailing and
Whereabouts Holidays
activity trips, to suit everyone from outdoor fanatics to chilled-out explorers. I’m taking advantage of the adventure sailing and activity tour, which sets out from
BELOW
a base just outside Dubrovnik for a four-day foray into
Dubrovnik | PA Photo/thinkstockphotos
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And it’s a special one. Gathered on the bow of the catamaran, my shipmates and I get to experience a sunset cruise unlike any I’ve known before, watching the sun disappear over the horizon as the waves gently lap around us, and we exclaim over the stunning forested scenery we pass, complete with occasional mountain goat. As the skies darken, we moor at the largest of the islands, Sipan, our home until morning, and after a dinner of freshly-caught seafood, settle in for our first night, lulled to sleep by the water splashing against our gently rocking temporary home. I’m woken the next day by the sound of feet overhead, as my fellow passengers head for some morning sunshine on deck, and the smell of coffee wafts its way down to my cabin. After a breakfast of fresh fruit and yoghurt, cheeses and meats, we set sail for our next destination, the island of Mljet.
BELOW Catamaran | PA Photo/Whereabouts Holidays
The three main islands, Sipan, Kolocep and Lopud, have a total population of less than 1,000 people, and are mostly car-free, forested and surrounded by tranquil seas. I can already feel the hustle and bustle of city life slipping away. After a quick stop at Kolocep for a lunch of grilled octopus, cooked on an open flame, and a brisk 10-minute hike up to a stunning viewpoint, we sail around the island, moor up and take our first swim. I hold my breath, grab hold of my snorkel and leap feetfirst into the blue brilliance of the Adriatic. Just beneath the surface, shoals of tiny fish dart around me, and below my feet an eel lurks in the shadow of a rock. When I finally emerge into the sunshine again, after a leisurely exploration of the deep, it’s to climb back aboard my home for the next three nights and take up residence on deck with the breeze in my hair. It’s just a short jaunt over to Lopud, home to a monastery overlooking the island’s only village (which also has an excellent patisserie and a selection of boutiques stocked with locally made jewellery and trinkets). Loaded up with gifts and pastries, we jump back aboard for our final sail of the day.
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Famous for its inland lakes and a former Benedictine monastery first constructed in the 12th century, the western side of the heavily forested island is protected by national park status, helping it remain an unspoilt and tranquil home for all kinds of wildlife - and plenty of outdoor pursuits enthusiasts. We stop for a quick dip, interspersed with water sports, before loading the boards and kayaks back on board and docking in the shadow of Roman ruins in the village of Polace. A stash of electric bikes are stored for us at a local home, ready for our adventure into the hilly national park. And for someone who spent their childhood routinely dragged out on reluctant cycling trips, they’re a revelation. We do just enough work to feel as though we’ve earned our picnic, while whizzing down steep hills and easily pedalling up them.
RIGHT Mljet’s Benedictine monastery | PA Photo/Celia Paul
It’s an easy ride around the two saltwater lakes, with a stop to catch the ferry to the monastery, and a tranquil late-afternoon drink in the hamlet of Soline, where kids splash in the water beside us. That evening our skipper, Patrick, escorts us by dinghy to a dockside restaurant, where we experience one of the staples of Dalmatian cookery, Peka. The local speciality of beef, lamb, potatoes and vegetables is baked in an open fire, under a bell-shaped lid with embers piled on top. The resulting stew is tender and flavourful, and perfectly washed down with a digestif of rakija, a fruit brandy flavoured with pear, quince, apricot or plum.
LEFT Kayaking on Kolocep | PA Photo/Whereabouts Holidays
RIGHT Adventure sailing with Whereabouts Holidays | PA Photo/ Whereabouts Holidays
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While both Mljet and the Elaphati Islands are accessible from Dubrovnik by public ferry, the real privilege of these sailing trips lies in the balance between adventure and ease. With on-board experts to answer all of our queries, I feel myself effortlessly adapting to the pace of life at sea, absorbing the stunning scenery, learning about Dalmatian culture and even working on my paddleboarding skills. I can’t think of a better way to experience the beauty of Croatia and escape the crowds. How to get there Whereabouts
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0800 755 5425) offers the four-day Adventure Sailing and Activity holiday in Croatia from ÂŁ579 per person (two sharing a double cabin). Departures on select dates between April and October. Flights extra. Words by Celia Paul, Press Association
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Westbourne £345,000 (Share of Freehold) Located in the sought after “Golden Grid” area of Westbourne. Thacker & Revitt are delighted to market this Spacious Share Of Freehold, three double bedroom first floor apartment set within well maintained landscaped gardens. Being close to Westbourne village and the Chine. This apartment is offered with dining hall, modern fitted kitchen with stainless steel appliances, two contemporary style bathrooms (one being En suite to master bedroom), lounge, balcony overlooking the communal garden and garage located in nearby block. The property is being offered with VACANT POSSESSION.
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TIS THE SEASON FOR BR A AI Kicking back in Zim last week, for the first time our trusty front door heater was off and thoughts were turned to the prospect of Summer. Having decided to open a Braai concept in the depths of winter, some may consider that a bizarre choice to say the least, but timing-wise with Southern African cuisine being on the cusp of breaking into the UK market, depths of winter or not, the move had to be made. Braai - for those who don’t know - simply means BBQ or grill, infamously an outdoor affair for the Southern African contingency who can rely on some serious vitamin D to accompany their dining experience, but for Zim (and it’s less reliable companion of the good old Blighty climate) it is a concept which paves the way for that, ultimate social dining experience - what is more memorable than a good old garden gathering with Dad at the helm, tongs in hand…Now just imagine if this wasn’t weather dependant!
Margaret, 75, living with cancer My day didn’t start too well. Everything had got on top of me and I felt really low. When I called the Macmillan Support Line, I didn’t know where to start. But somehow they helped me find the words. Just talking honestly about how I felt was such a relief. Now I don't have to cope with the bad days on my own.
My Southern African inferno has been warming the hearts of it’s Ashley Cross clientele thus far, and they’ve travelled from all over to try us out. I can’t wait for the Braai to come into it’s own and what better place for this to come to life than in “The Cross” - a pocket of suburbia with an array of independent eateries and just a stone’s throw from the golden sands of the Sandbanks peninsula - the flip flops are “officially on” and the summer beckons.
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The inaugural Noon ’til Moon gathering Established Bournemouth nightlife entrepreneurs join forces to produce Noon ‘till Moon, a brand new social event at 10 Castle Street, Cranborne on Saturday 29th June 2019. A boutique one-day gathering at a totally unique location, Noon ’til Moon will make use of a stunning house, and its impeccable grounds, at what is set to be one of the social events of the year. Bournemouth-based nightlife entrepreneurs, Benjamin Reynolds and Joshua Simons, have joined forces to produce an event celebrating music, food, drink, and fashion, for up to 1,000 like-minded guests, from midday-11pm.
Benjamin Reynolds comments: “Myself and Josh go way back to 2005, when I started promoting nightclub events and hosted Monday nights at 2020, a famous club at the time. Since then, I’ve gone on to open my own venues, including The Lost Paradise Bar in Bournemouth. We’re excited to be joining forces for this new-concept event at 10 Castle Street, bringing our teams and ideas together to create something special for guests. Attendees
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Sponsors and partners include Veuve Clicquot, Mercedes-Benz of Poole, Saxe Coburg, Press Play Rosé, House & Lifestyle Magazine and Belvedere Vodka. Confirmed acts include Jimmy’s House Band, BritSchool graduate Cat Burns, producer Highness, who was recently signed by Universal Music, MOBO and Brit Award winner Shola Ama, DJ James Herkes, wellknown local performer Chris Payn, and many more already confirmed. Joshua Simons comments: “Noon ’til Moon is taking shape nicely. To have secured Veuve Clicquot as a headline partner is a major coup for the event in our first year. We have 11 hours of entertainment planned for guests, with a cross-genre mix of music and styles, and have already secured some incredible talent. We’re excited to see this new concept event develop.” Grade II listed 10 Castle Street is situated on the edge of Cranborne Chase in Dorset. The area was a favourite of medieval kings as a hunting ground and also has links to Thomas Hardy’s classic novel – Tess of the D’Urbervilles.
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NEW SHOP IN BOURNEMOUTH USES ZERO SINGLE USE PLASTIC
Almond & Co. has opened recently on Poole Road in Westbourne, and is the first store in Bournemouth to be entirely dedicated to reducing carbon footprint. This follows extensive nationwide student strikes for government action against climate change, supported by worldwide movements hoping for the same.
Almond & Co. has opened recently on Poole Road in Westbourne, and is the first store in Bournemouth to be entirely dedicated to reducing carbon footprint. This follows extensive nationwide student strikes for government action against climate change, supported by worldwide movements hoping for the same.
By using ‘dispensing points’, customers will be able to purchase products such as rice, pasta, milk, and coffee beans minus the surplus packaging used in other chain supermarkets. Further, the shop sells locally sourced goods, such as baked bread and cake, as WE wellARE as loose and A vegetables, OPENfruit 7 DAYS WEEK in an 9am-5.30pm | Tel:environmentally 01202 661 373 effort to encourage a more friendly www.thecanvasprintingcompany.com shopping experience.
By using ‘dispensing points’, customers will be able to purchase products such as rice, pasta, milk, and coffee beans minus the surplus packaging used in other chain supermarkets. Further, the shop sells locally sourced goods, such as baked bread and cake, as well as loose fruit and vegetables, in an effort to encourage a more environmentally friendly shopping experience.
TheFareham store was founded by Sam Almond and Eleanor Cascades Dolphin Shopping Shopping Centre Shopping Centre Whyton,Centre both Bournemouth residents, and follows places like Berlin. Sam Almond, in particular, has a vested interest in eco-friendly shopping due to his career as an environmental scientist at the European Climate Change Service.
The store was founded by Sam Almond and Eleanor Whyton, both Bournemouth residents, and follows the example of other single use plastic free shops in places like Berlin. Sam Almond, in particular, has a vested interest in eco-friendly shopping due to his career as an environmental scientist at the European Climate Change Service.
The shop not only sells groceries, but household items such as biodegradable toothbrushes, reusable nappies, and plastic-free chewing gum. All products are meticulously tested in order to ensure the best quality, while also working towards providing 07710328781 julies.dclutter1208@gmail.com Bournemouth customers with an environmentally friendly alternative to chain supermarkets.
The shop not only sells groceries, but household items such as biodegradable toothbrushes, reusable nappies, and plastic-free chewing gum. All products are meticulously tested in order to ensure the best quality, while also working towards providing Bournemouth customers with an environmentally friendly alternative to chain supermarkets.
The U.K. produces around 76kg of plastic waste per person annually, proving that more stores like this are necessary if we are to reduce the vast amount of plastic pollution in order to stem the devastating I am Julie from Julies D-Clutter and would like to use my passion climate Almond Co,dential has been in to andeffects skills toofprovide a fichange. rst -class, friendly,&confi service the making for more than two years, butnot hopefully provide help to anyone who is finding they do have the it time or motivation. From decluttering sets a precedent for shopsand organising wardrobes and rooms to property styling and interiors. I offer a broad range of like these to gain popularity, services that can help you make the most of your time and space. so that the U.K. can be added Please see of my websiteat for my full range of services to the list countries the www.juliesdclutter.co.uk forefront of the fight against climate change.
The U.K. produces around 76kg of plastic waste per person annually, proving that more stores like this are necessary if we are to reduce the vast amount of plastic pollution in order to stem the devastating effects of climate change. Almond & Co, has been in the making for more than two years, but hopefully it sets a precedent for shops like these to gain popularity, so that the U.K. can be added to the list of countries at the forefront of the fight against climate change.
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TA L K I N G B U S I N E S S | Q UAY L I V I N G
Tax grab favours furnished holiday lettings As the on-going reduction in mortgage
of tax relief on mortgage interest doesn’t
against
interest relief bites further into the net
apply to holiday letting.
including fixtures and fittings, white
income received by the nation’s army of
also benefit from a range of valuable
buy-to-let investors, Quay Holidays has
allowances and reliefs and use the property
witnessed a growing realization amongst
themselves,
savvy investors that holiday letting could
towards the occupation requirements.
although
it
Owners can
won’t
count
be the way to go. Faced with a dwindling
a
range
of
expenditures,
goods and furniture. • Capital Gains Tax on subsequent sale could be eligible for Entrepreneurs’ Relief, meaning you pay only 10% tax on your gain. Alternatively, if you invest in a
net income, and the up-coming ban on
To qualify as a Furnished Holiday Letting
further, higher value FHL you could defer
residential tenant fees, the benefits of
(FHL), a property must be;
the chargeable gain through roll-over
holiday letting are encouraging many
• Available and furnished for holiday
owners to make the switch.
letting with a view to making a profit for at least 210 days in every 12 months.
Residential investment is just that - an investment, but since furnished holiday
• Actually let for 105 days, for durations not
relief. • Being a trade, FHL’s are usually eligible for business rates, rather than council tax, and small business reliefs could reduce your outgoing to zero.
exceeding 31 days.
letting (FHL) is more intensive it is classed
• There may well be Business Property
as a trade for tax purposes, and that has
What are the benefits?
Relief on Inheritance Tax, provided
significant advantages. By 2020, buy-to-let
• Mortgage interest charges can be fully
HMRC is satisfied that you are (or were!)
investors with large loans are likely to find that the absence of tax relief on interest
• Profits from a FHL count towards
means their ‘investment’ will actually be
your
losing them money. By contrast, FHL
contributions.
investors are unaffected, as the withdrawal
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operating a business.
off-set against income. relevant
earnings
for
pension
• Losses in any one year can be set off against a FHL profit in a subsequent year, although not against other types
• You can claim 100% Capital Allowances
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of profits.
Q UAY L I V I N G | TA L K I N G B U S I N E S S
What are the pitfalls? • Record keeping is important – if HMRC come knocking, you will need to prove that your FHL is a genuine business, and that you have adhered to the timescales. • Income is variable – it may take a while to build the business, and peak summer will yield bigger profits than the low and shoulder seasons, so cash flow needs to
expect. They have tremendous dedication
Available for your personal use
cover the leaner periods.
to the job, and that is reflected in the many
Don’t forget that running a FHL does not
glowing testimonials from repeat guests,”
preclude owners from using the property
says senior partner, Helen Challis.
themselves for up to 155 days a year – so
• Some leasehold properties, and many mortgage providers, may not permit holiday lettings in the property. Always
you can enjoy your property when you’re
check first. There are a growing number
Income and occupancy
here, and enjoy the income when you’re
of holiday mortgage providers, but if
Holiday letting typically delivers peak
not. Many owners find this an effective
your lease forbids it, holiday letting may
season income up to four times higher
solution to off-set the costs of maintaining
not be possible.
than a long-term residential letting but
a holiday home on the coast, and some
• Income is substantially higher, but so
there are higher costs, too. A FHL landlord
expats also find it an excellent way to
are the costs. It really is a business – and
will be responsible for all the regular bills,
maintain a UK-base.
somebody has to do the marketing,
plus the charges for welcome packs, linen
booking, cleaning, and provisioning, but
hire, cleaning and letting fees. But Quay
No obligation advice and appraisal
that’s where Quay Holidays comes in!
Holidays’
achieves
If you are an existing buy-to-let investor
• If the owner of the property is VAT-
annual occupancy levels of up to 70%,
worried by the tax changes, or a second
registered, they will have to charge VAT
which surprises owners more used to the
home owner who wants to make their
to holiday guests, which may place them
40-50% achieved by holiday properties in
holiday home earn its keep, Helen Challis is
at a competitive disadvantage.
rural locations. As Helen points out, “Poole
happy to discuss the options with you. She
and Bournemouth are popular year-round.
can even furnish and equip a property to an
Thirteen Years in Furnished Holiday
We’re just two hours from London, and
agreed budget, if you lack the time to do it
Letting
we offer flexible breaks from just 2 nights.
yourself. “With the tax changes now biting
Established in Poole for 13 years, Quay
We have stunning countryside on our
there is no time to lose, and with Brexit-
Holidays’
experience
doorstep, a beautiful harbour – and some
induced uncertainty spurring interest in
in holiday letting gives clients a huge
excellent bars and restaurants! Quay also
staycations, this summer looks set to be
advantage. Quay maintains a directly-
has strong links with local big businesses
another bumper year.
employed team of cleaners, maintenance
and many of their visitors prefer the
staff and managers. “Many of our team
space and facilities of a comprehensively-
Helen and her team can be contacted
have been with us for years – they know
equipped
7-days a week on 01202 683333 or by email
how we operate, and the standards we
hotel room.
knowledge
and
portfolio
regularly
apartment
over
a
small
to stay@quayholidays.co.uk
TELEPHONE
L O C AT I O N
Quay Living 01202 683444
info@quayliving.co.uk
Orchard Plaza, 41 High
Quay Holidays 01202 683333
stay@quayholidays.co.uk
Street, Poole, BH15 1EG
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Home Sweet Home The rules around buying or selling a home often change, and protecting your family and property is increasingly important. Paul Reynolds, Partner in Residential Conveyancing at Dutton Gregory Solicitors, deciphers some of the most common questions asked. What is Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)?
boundary would be your responsibility,
for a restriction to be noted on your title deed,
This is tax payable to HMRC when you buy a
“H” marks mean party boundary. Next, we
preventing the Land Registry from registering
property. The amount depends on whether
check whether any covenants (promises)
a sale or mortgage of the property, unless a
you have owned a property before (if not
have been imposed – if so, you can be
conveyancer or solicitor certified that the
you may qualify to claim first time buyer
responsible for repair or maintenance of a
application was made by you.
relief) and whether the property is your
boundary. If no information is found, other
only/ your main home. If you own a second
rules may apply.
Paul is a leading expert in Residential
property, a 3% surcharge may be payable.
Property, and Partner at Dutton Gregory
We advise reading the HMRC guidelines
I’m worried about my property being
online, or call a solicitor to find out more.
targeted by fraudsters. How can I
Solicitors.
protect against this?
If you are buying or selling a house,
How do I know which boundary I own/am
Some properties are more vulnerable to
get
responsible for?
fraud than others, such as properties which
quote. Call 01202 315005 or email
First, check or ask a solicitor to check the
are empty or tenanted. The Land Registry
contact@duttongregory.co.uk
title deeds, which tells us about the “T”
have a monitoring service (online), which
and “H” marks. “T” marks show that the
offers more information. You can also apply
in
touch
with
us
today
for
a
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Lymington Lymington £1,850,000 £1,850,000
stunning late Edwardian country house occupies This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies aarare, This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies arare, rare, rural position surrounded byby open fields and the elevated rural position surrounded by open fields and the elevated rural position surrounded open fields and the Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation by by having both an annexe and aa barn providing ancillary having both annexe and abarn barn providing ancillary having both anan annexe and providing ancillary accommodation or could be used to an income, having accommodation could used to derive income, having accommodation oror could bebe used toderive derive anan income, having previously been used as both aabed and breakfast and aafamily previously been used both a bed and breakfast and a family previously been used asas both bed and breakfast and family home. home. The lawned gardens surround the house and benefit from aa a The lawned gardens surround house and benefit from lawned gardens surround thethe house and benefit from southerly and westerly aspect. The garden extends toto1.1 acres southerly and westerly aspect. The garden extends to1.1 1.1 acres southerly and westerly aspect. The garden extends acres also features aa circular terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. also features a circular terrace ideal outdoor entertaining. features circular terrace ideal forfor outdoor entertaining. Energy Performance Rating: EE E Energy Performance Rating: Performance Rating:
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Pennington Pennington Pennington
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£1,500,000 £1,500,000 £1,500,000
A beautifully situated riverside house occupying a secluded beautifully situated riverside house occupying secluded AAbeautifully situated riverside house occupying aa secluded position positionconveniently convenientlylocated locatedbetween betweenPennington Penningtonand and position conveniently located between Pennington and Lymington. Lymington. Lymington. The house sitssits in in approximately 1.61.6 acres and occupies anan The house approximately acres and occupies The house sits in approximately 1.6 acres and occupies an idyllic private position at the endend of aoflong drive with gardens idyllic private position at the a long drive with gardens idyllic private position at the end of a long drive with gardens leading down to Avon Water, anan attractive river running with leading down to Avon Water, attractive river running with leading down to Avon Water, an attractive river running with wild seasea trout and a haven forfor wild life.life. wild trout and a haven wild wild sea trout and a haven for wild life. AA large attractive deck sitssits immediately next to to thethe river large attractive deck immediately next river A large attractive deck sits immediately next to the river providing a further glorious area to to eateat and entertain. The providing a further glorious area and entertain. The providing a further glorious area to eat and entertain. The gardens areare gently sloping and mostly laid to to lawn with gardens gently sloping and mostly laid lawn with gardens are gently sloping and mostly laid to lawn with mature plants and trees at the boundary. ToTo thethe north east of of mature plants and trees at the boundary. north east mature plants and trees at the boundary. To the north east of thethe house and garage is is a timber stable block which lieslies house and garage a timber stable block which the house and garage is a timber stable block which lies adjacent to to anan area of of land that hashas previously been used as as a a adjacent area land that previously been used adjacent to an area of land that has previously been used as a pony paddock. pony paddock. pony paddock. Energy Performance Rating: CC Energy Performance Rating: Energy Performance Rating: C Please contact thethe Lymington office to arrange a viewing Please contact Lymington office to arrange a viewing Please contact the Lymington office to arrange a viewing
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Brockenhurst Brockenhurst Brockenhurst
Burley Burley Burley
Lymington Lymington Lymington
33 3
33 3
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Lymington This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies a rare, elevated rural position surrounded by open fields and the Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation by having both an annexe and a barn providing ancillary accommodation or could be used to derive an income, having previously been used as both a bed and breakfast and a family home. The lawned gardens surround the house and benefit from a southerly and westerly aspect. The garden extends to 1.1 acres also features a circular terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Energy Performance Rating: E
Hordle Hordle
£1,300,000 £1,300,000
A detached A detached property property that that hashas been been beautifully beautifully extended extended and and refurbished refurbished in in 2017, 2017, situated situated down down a quiet a quiet lane. lane. The The south south facing facing rear rear garden garden hashas a large a large terrace terrace and and heated heated swimming swimming pool, pool, bordered bordered by by mature mature hedging. hedging. EPR: EPR: DD Please contact the Lymington office to arrange a viewing
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Please Please contact contact thethe Lymington Lymington office office
£1,195,000 £1,195,000
This This charming charming lodge, lodge, setset in in mature mature grounds grounds of of over over oneone acre, acre, hashas been been tastefully tastefully extended extended and and modernised. modernised. Also Also benefiting benefiting from from a self a self contained contained studio, studio, double double garage, garage, workshop workshop and and detached detached barn-style barn-style carcar port. port. EPR: EPR: CC
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Boldre Boldre
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Please Please contact contact thethe Lymington Lymington office office
Pennington £1,500,000
A beautifully situated riverside house occupying a secluded position conveniently located between Pennington and Lymington. The house sits in approximately 1.6 acres and occupies an idyllic private position at the end of a long drive with gardens leading down to Avon Water, an attractive river running with wild sea trout and a haven for wild life.
Lymington Lymington
£785,000 £785,000
A well-presented A well-presented period period house house offering offering spacious spacious accommodation, accommodation, beautiful beautiful south south facing facing gardens, gardens, garage garage and and off-street off-street parking parking whilst whilst also also being being situated situated onon thethe edge edge of of Lymington. Lymington. EPR: EPR: DD
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Please Please contact contact thethe Lymington Lymington office office
A large attractive deck sits immediately next to the river providing a further glorious area to eat and entertain. The gardens are gently sloping and mostly laid to lawn with mature plants and trees at the boundary. To the north east of the house and garage is a timber stable block which lies adjacent to an area of land that has previously been used as a pony paddock. AA unique unique opportunity opportunity to to acquire acquire a spacious a spacious mansion mansion house house apartment apartment forming forming part part of of a beautifully a beautifully converted converted manor manor house. house. The The property property benefits benefits Energy Performance Rating: from from communal communal gardens, gardens, a roof a roof terrace terrace and and aC separate a separate garage. garage. EPR: EPR: DD
Highcliffe Highcliffe
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£335,000 £335,000
Please office tocontact arrange a Lymington viewing office 1 1contact the 1 1Lymington Please Please contact thethe Lymington office
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Brockenhurst
Burley
Lymington
3
3
Ringwood Ringwood
London London
Lettings Lettings
01425 01425 462 462 600 600
020 020 783 783 90888 90888
01590 01590 624 624 814 814
IN
£1,850,000
This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies a rare, elevated rural position surrounded by open fields and the Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation by having both an annexe and a barn providing ancillary accommodation or could be used to derive an income, having previously been used as both a bed and breakfast and a family home.
Lymington Lymington
£765,000 £765,000
The lawned gardens surround the house and benefitpositioned from a close A A charming charming and and rare rare detached detached house house conveniently conveniently positioned close to to thethe southerly and westerlyThis aspect. The garden extends to 1.1benefits acres centre centre of of Lymington. Lymington. This nicely nicely presented presented property property benefits from from a west a west also features a detached circular terrace ideal forprivate outdoor entertaining. facing facing garden, garden, detached garage garage and and private parking. parking. EPR: EPR: DD
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Hordle Hordle
£750,000 £750,000
A substantial A substantial family family home home setset in an in an idyllic idyllic semi-rural semi-rural location location with with a beautiful a beautiful rear rear garden garden which which overlooks overlooks neighbouring neighbouring open open farmland farmland and and also also benefits benefits from from a detached a detached garage/workshop. garage/workshop. EPR: EPR: DD
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Lymington Lymington
£745,000 £745,000
AnAn extremely extremely versatile versatile family family home home situated situated in in thethe centre centre of of Lymington Lymington with with a mature a mature garden, garden, ample ample parking parking and and garage. garage. Idyllically Idyllically situated situated within within easy easy walking walking distance distance of of thethe local local schools schools and and high high street. street. EPR: EPR: DD
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Norleywood Norleywood
£695,000 £695,000
A rare A rare detached detached property property occupying occupying a secluded a secluded position position down down a quiet a quiet forest forest track. track. Boasting Boasting a large a large south south facing facing rear rear garden, garden, and and also also offering offering excellent excellent scope scope to to improve improve and and extend extend (STP). (STP). EPR: EPR: E E
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Brockenhurst Brockenhurst Brockenhurst
01590 01590 622 622 551 551
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Burley Burley Burley
Please Please contact contact thethe Lymington Lymington office office
01425 01425 404 404 088 088
Lymington Lymington Lymington
01590 01590 674 674 222 222
£699,950 £699,950
£1,500,000
A charming A charming forest forest fronting fronting detached detached country country cottage cottage which which enjoys enjoys a sunny a sunny aspect. aspect. Also Also benefiting benefiting from from ample ample off-road off-road parking, parking, a detached a detached brick brick garage garage and and featuring featuring a pretty a pretty cottage cottage garden. garden. EPR: EPR: E E A beautifully situated riverside house occupying a secluded position conveniently located between Pennington and 3 3 2 2 2 2 Please Please contact contact thethe Lymington Lymington office office Lymington. IN N INSTR EW ST UNE RUCTW CTION IO N
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Pennington
East EastBoldre Boldre
The house sits in approximately 1.6 acres and occupies an idyllic private position at the end of a long drive with gardens leading down to Avon Water, an attractive river running with wild sea trout and a haven for wild life. A large attractive deck sits immediately next to the river providing a further glorious area to eat and entertain. The gardens are gently sloping and mostly laid to lawn with mature plants and trees at the boundary. To the north east of the house and garage is a timber stable block which lies adjacent to an area of land that has previously been used as a pony paddock.
New NewMilton Milton
£579,000 £579,000
Energy Performance C1930s A wonderful A wonderful opportunity opportunity to to acquire acquire a Rating: spacious a spacious 1930s detached detached family family home home setset in in a quiet a quiet location. location. This This period period home home offers offers carefully carefully landscaped landscaped south south contact the Lymington office to arrange facing facing gardens, gardens, aPlease garage a garage and and off-street off-street parking. parking. EPR: EPR: F F a viewing
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Lymington This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies a rare, elevated rural position surrounded by open fields and the Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation by having both an annexe and a barn providing ancillary accommodation or could be used to derive an income, having previously been used as both a bed and breakfast and a family home. The lawned gardens surround the house and benefit from a southerly and westerly aspect. The garden extends to 1.1 acres also features a circular terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Energy Performance Rating: E
Bransgore Bransgore
£725,000 £725,000
AA delightful delightful chalet chalet style style property property situated situated in in a sought a sought after after hamlet hamlet onon thethe edge edge of Bransgore. of Bransgore. The The property property offers offers potential potential to extend to extend (STPP) (STPP) and and enjoys enjoys Please contactviews the Lymington office to arrange aEPR: viewing far far reaching reaching views across across open open countryside. countryside. EPR: E E
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Please Please contact contact thethe Burley Burley office office
£675,000 £675,000
This This Grade Grade II listed II listed cottage cottage boasts boasts anan enviable enviable position position with with delightful delightful private private gardens, gardens, a studio/garage, a studio/garage, direct direct forest forest access access and and also also nearby nearby access access to to thethe A31 A31 and and M27 M27 forfor commuters. commuters. EPR: EPR: E E
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Burley Burley
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Pennington £1,500,000
A beautifully situated riverside house occupying a secluded position conveniently located between Pennington and Lymington. The house sits in approximately 1.6 acres and occupies an idyllic private position at the end of a long drive with gardens leading down to Avon Water, an attractive river running with wild sea trout and a haven for wild life.
Neacroft, Neacroft,Christchurch Christchurch
£595,000 £595,000
A detached A detached bungalow bungalow which which hashas been been previously previously extended extended butbut stillstill hashas scope scope forfor further further extension extension and and modernisation modernisation (STP). (STP). Benefiting Benefiting from from ample ample off-road off-road parking, parking, a single a single garage garage and and enclosed enclosed rear rear garden. garden. EPR: EPR: DD
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Please Please contact contact thethe Burley Burley office office
A large attractive deck sits immediately next to the river providing a further glorious area to eat and entertain. The gardens are gently sloping and mostly laid to lawn with mature plants and trees at the boundary. To the north east of the house and garage is a timber stable block which lies adjacent to an area of land that has previously been used as a pony paddock. A rare A rare opportunity opportunity to to acquire acquire a charming a charming mid mid terrace terrace cottage cottage situated situated onon a a quiet quiet road road in in thethe heart heart of of Burley Burley village. village. It has It has been been completely completely refurbished refurbished Energy Performance Rating: C and to to a high a high standard, standard, with with parking parking and and both both front front and rear rear gardens. gardens. EPR: EPR: F F
Burley Burley
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£445,000 £445,000
Please to arrange a viewing 2 2contact the 1 1Lymington office Please Please contact contact the the Burley Burley office office
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Brockenhurst
Burley
Lymington
3
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Ringwood Ringwood
London London
Lettings Lettings
01425 01425 462 462 600 600
020 020 783 783 90888 90888
01590 01590 624 624 814 814
IN
£1,850,000
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Brockenhurst Brockenhurst
£1,325,000 £1,325,000
A charming detached character home setset in in a premium location onon a plot of of A charming detached character home a premium location a plot half anan acre. Further benefiting from recent refurbishment, a detached garage half acre. Further benefiting from recent refurbishment, a detached garage Please contact theparking. Lymington office and off-road parking. EPR: D and off-road EPR: D to arrange a viewing
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£775,000 £775,000
A A substantial substantial detached detached family family residence residence with with well-appointed well-appointed accommodation, beautifully finished to to a high standard. Further benefiting accommodation, beautifully finished a high standard. Further benefiting from off-road parking, outbuildings and a south facing rear garden. EPR: CC from off-road parking, outbuildings and a south facing rear garden. EPR:
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Pennington £1,500,000
A beautifully situated riverside house occupying a secluded position conveniently located between Pennington and Lymington. The house sits in approximately 1.6 acres and occupies an idyllic private position at the end of a long drive with gardens leading down to Avon Water, an attractive river running with wild sea trout and a haven for wild life.
Cadnam Cadnam
£575,000 £575,000
A superb detached bungalow forming part of of a gated development of of three. A superb detached bungalow forming part a gated development three. Offering potential forfor development (STP) and also benefiting from a a Offering potential development (STP) and also benefiting from detached double garage, parking and a south facing garden. EPR: DD detached double garage, parking and a south facing garden. EPR:
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Ashurst Ashurst
£465,000 £465,000
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Meet the Expert: Estate Agent Mark Youngman of Spencers We spoke with Mark Youngman of Spencers about his experience within the industry, how much the market has changed and how he uses his local knowledge to help clients. It is nine years since I joined forces with
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Spencers New Forest, becoming Director
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photography and video tours displayed on
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high-tech websites. What hasn’t changed is that estate agency is still a people business.
It happened by chance. It was 1988; I
This is what I enjoy: building relationships
was back home after working abroad
with clients and being a keen negotiator.
and looking for a new challenge when I walked past an estate agent’s office in
Lessons I have learned to create a
Bournemouth. Through the window I
successful business include creating your
caught sight of several smartly dressed
own luck through hard work and building
negotiators hard at work. I thought to
a strong team by recruiting people who
myself, “I could do that.” Afterall, I had a
are better than you! The result is that
background in sales and had just bought
Spencers’ Ringwood office has gone from
myself a new suit! I had found my calling.
strength to strength, becoming a force to be reckoned with in the northern part of
Over three decades later, technology has
the Forest, selling individual homes from
is the same: you can be walking through
not only altered the way people search for
apartments and bungalows to cottages
paddocks, then negotiating a £2M property
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and
Edwardian
with river frontage in Avon Castle, and
way we market property. Gone are the days
townhouses to equestrian estates. The best
next be valuing a bungalow with potential
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thing about this job is the variety. No day
building plot in the garden in Ringwood or
contemporary
builds,
Fordingbridge. My advice for anyone selling their home is to declutter and define the purpose of each room. To anyone buying in the area – do your research, check out schools, which roads you prefer, access for commuting… Or ask our advice. This is a role where a work-life balance is essential, so that you can describe the lifestyle to prospective purchasers. As sailing is my passion, I need no excuse. Days off see me reaching across Christchurch Bay, heading for the Isle of Wight. Otherwise I’ll be walking my black Lab across the Forest. Or certainly trying to keep up with her!
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This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies a and rare, An An exceptional exceptional country country home home which which has has been been extended extended and elevated ruraltoposition surrounded by openSituated fields and thean reconfigured reconfigured to create create this this charming charming home. home. Situated onon an Lymington River. property offers flexible impressive impressive plot plot ofThe of 2.72.7 acres, acres, comprising comprising of of aaccommodation paddock a paddock and and bysouth having both an annexe and a barn ancillary south facing facing gardens. gardens. Also Also benefiting benefiting from from aproviding stable a stable andand garage. garage. accommodation or could be used to derive an income, having previously been usedRating: asRating: bothCa bed Energy Energy Performance Performance C and breakfast and a family home. The lawned gardens surround the house and benefit from a southerly and westerly aspect. The garden extends to 1.1 acres also features a circular terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Energy Performance Rating: E
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A large attractive deck sits immediately next to the river providing a further glorious area to eat and entertain. The gardens are gently sloping and mostly laid to lawn with mature plants and trees at the boundary. To the north east of the house and garage is a timber stable block which lies adjacent to an area of land that has previously been used as a pony paddock. Energy Performance Rating: C Please Please contact contact thethe Ringwood Ringwood office office to arrange to arrange a viewing a viewing Please contact the Lymington office to arrange a viewing
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This stunning late Edwardian country house occupies a rare, elevated rural position surrounded by open fields and the Lymington River. The property offers flexible accommodation by having both an annexe and a barn providing ancillary accommodation or could be used to derive an income, having previously been used as both a bed and breakfast and a family home.
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£950,000 £950,000
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A substantial A substantial property property which which hashas recently recently undergone undergone extensive extensive refurbishment refurbishment and and features features anan impressive impressive al-fresco al-fresco entertaining entertaining area area and and garden garden kitchen. kitchen. Ideally Ideally situated situated with with lovely lovely views views and and direct direct forest forest access. access. EPR: EPR: F F
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£799,950 £799,950
A modern A modern chalet-style chalet-style residence residence occupying occupying anan elevated elevated position position with with views views of of thethe surrounding surrounding forest. forest. Offering Offering a flexible a flexible range range of of living living accommodation accommodation ensuring ensuring all all of of thethe rooms rooms capture capture thethe stunning stunning views. views. EPR: EPR: CC
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Woodlands, Woodlands,Wimborne Wimborne
£635,000 £635,000
A spacious A spacious detached detached bungalow bungalow which which hashas been been refurbished refurbished and and redesigned. redesigned. Benefiting Benefiting from from a detached a detached double double garage, garage, timber timber summerhouse summerhouse and and is is situated situated at the at the endend of of a private a private lane lane adjacent adjacent to to Boys Boys Wood. Wood. EPR: EPR: E E
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Burton, Burton,Christchurch Christchurch
£385,000 £385,000
Energy Performance Rating: C in in AnAn attractive attractive period period style style semi-detached semi-detached cottage cottage a sought a sought after after village village location. location. Offering Offering deceptively deceptively spacious, spacious, bright bright and and airy airy living living accommodation accommodation Please contact theCLymington office to arrange a viewing and and a spacious a spacious rear rear garden. garden. EPR: EPR: C
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£299,950 SHARE OF FREEHOLD
CENTRAL BOURNEMOUTH
£135,000 LEASEHOLD
Beautifully presented character, two double bedroom ground floor flat located between Southbourne Grove and Southbourne Clifftops, lounge, modern kitchen and shower room, direct access onto the communal gardens. Gas C/H, D/G.
Recently redecorated, two double bedroom first floor flat. New modern fitted kitchen, modern fitted bathroom, lounge/diner, permit parking. Gas C/H, D/G.
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SOUTHBOURNE
£455,000 FREEHOLD
£225,000 LEASEHOLD
Recently refurbished 3 bedroom detached house with off-road parking and front and rear gardens. Open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen and 4 piece family bathroom. En suite to master bedroom and a downstairs WC. Off road parking, gas C/H, D/G. Offered with no chain.
Well presented, 2 double bedroom first floor apartment in a very well maintained purpose built block. Modern fitted kitchen with appliances, modern fitted family bathroom, en suite to master bedroom, lounge/diner and allocated off road parking. Gas C/H, D/G.
SOUTHAMPTON CENTRAL
SOUTHBOURNE
£200,000 FREEHOLD
Three bedroom, three rec, semi-detached house family bathroom, ideal investment, cash buyers only. Central Southampton close to Bedford place and train station. No chain. REQUIRES FULL REFURBISHMENT
£180,000 LEASEHOLD
Immaculate top floor flat with a modern and contemporary fitted kitchen and bathroom. Lounge / diner and two bedrooms. Central Southbourne with parking and private entrance. Excellent first time buy or buy to let opportunity.
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Dean Park Road, Bournemouth
Price Guide £550,000/offers for the leasehold
A substantial Edwardian style property 618 sq.m. approx. Set within grounds of 0.24 hectare (0.59 acres). Residential EPC = F, Commercial EPC = D. Suitable for a variety of uses (STPP). Tender proposals by 12 noon Friday 17th May 2019 Request Sales particulars/tender documents from the Wimborne office
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POOLE PARK £525,000 A four bedroom detached house situated in an enviable location offering many character features along with a stunning, open plan kitchen/dining/family room that adds a trendy, modern twist. Being within walking distance of Ashley Cross and Poole Park makes this a great family home.
PARKSTONE £425,000 A beautifully presented 1930’s detached family home set in a sought after tree lined road. Enhanced in recent years in the form of a large rear conservatory /family room, this extremely well presented three bedroom house is offered with no forward chain.
PARKSTONE £300,000
ASHLEY CROSS £250,000
LOWER PARKSTONE£650,000
A two double bedroom detached, modern bungalow situated in a private and secluded location in Parkstone. The property offers a pleasant lounge dining room and conservatory plus a master bedroom with an en suite. The shops and amenities of Ashley Road are within walking distance. No forward chain.
**TOWN HOUSE**Presented in first class condition this two bedroom house has been redecorated throughout recently. In the last two years a new kitchen, internal oak doors and bathroom suite have been fitted. Under building parking space and no chain. Walking distance to Ashley Cross village centre
**CONTEMPORARY LIVING** Built in 2010 by a well renowned luxury home builder this immaculate home has four bedrooms, three bathroom (two en-suite) and a west facing rear garden. The property is located in a quiet private road at the end of a cul de sac. Courthil and Baden Powell school catchment
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LOWER PARKSTONE £950,000 **LILLIPUT - LUXURY HOME** A stunning three/four bedroom, three bathroom property that was almost completely rebuilt to the highest standards by the current owners in 2010. The property has a south facing rear garden and is located only a short walk form Poole Harbour. No chain.
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easy and refreshing spring cocktails to recreate at home Raise a toast to longer days and warmer weather with something a little fancy, says Sam Wylie-Harris. It's the time of year to let ingredients speak for themselves - and showcase how some of the biggest hitters in the spirit world have been inspired by the countryside coming into bloom, to create exquisitely presented drinks. From sweet and sour to light, fresh and simple, and cocktails with undeniable depth and flavour to muddle and build on (and tweak to suit your taste), we've played with some fun, easy flavours to celebrate spring...
1. Grander Blackberry Mojito Nicely tart with a fresh minty tang, this slight twist on a classic mojito is made with Grander Rum Aged 8 Years (ÂŁ25.88 for 70cl, Amazon), adding just the right amount of dark-fruit sweetness to complement the background rum notes. A long drink, perfect for sipping on during those fresh spring evenings. INGREDIENTS 50ml Grander Rum 8-year-old, 25ml soda water, 20ml freshly squeezed lime juice, 10-15ml pure cane syrup, 8 fresh blackberries, 8 fresh mint leaves. METHOD First, muddle blackberries, mint, lime juice and pure cane syrup in a cocktail shaker, then add rum and ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a collin's glass with crushed ice, then top with club soda. Garnish with blackberry, mint sprig and lime wedge.
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2. Cotswold Blossoms An aromatic cocktail that's delicate and dry, the tartness of grapefruit enhances the citrusy elements in Cotswolds Distillery Dry Gin (ÂŁ37 for70cl, Waitrose), finishing with a floral note. INGREDIENTS 50ml Cotswolds Dry Gin, 15ml elderflower liqueur, 15ml Lillet Blanc, 25ml grapefruit juice, 5ml rose water. METHOD Half fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add the ingredients and shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an edible blossom.
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7. Casamigos Lavender Spritz For a perfectly refreshing combination of sweet and tart, try mixing Casamigos Blanco Tequila (ÂŁ48.19 for 70cl, Amazon) with revitalising lavender syrup and bitters, and the zesty, citrusy notes of lemon and grapefruit. INGREDIENTS 55ml Casamigos Blanco Tequila, 40ml lavender syrup, 15ml fresh lemon juice, 15ml grapefruit juice, 2 dashes lavender bitters. Grapefruit sparkling water to top. METHOD Half fill a shaker with ice. Add ingredients and shake vigorously. Strain into a jam jar filled with fresh ice. Top with grapefruit sparkling soda water and garnish with a lavender sprig and lemon peel. Words by Sam Wylie-Harris, Press Association
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Springbourne, Bournemouth, For Rent £1,200 PCM Abbey Estates are proud to be instructed by the award winning Amirez Developments on this exclusive development of 29 high spec, 3-storey, 3 double bedroom town houses, situated on a private cul-desac location in Springbourne. Features include fitted kitchens with stone worktops, full underfloor gas central heating, fully tiled bathrooms, UPVC double glazing, downstairs cloakroom, enclosed rear garden and off road parking.
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ASHLEY HEATH PRICE ON APPLICATION
ST. LEONARDS £695,000
A well-presented and SIZEABLE FAMILY HOME of approx 2200 SQ FT, presented in a lovely light and airy style, situated within JUST A FEW MOMENTS FROM THE CASTLEMAN TRAILWAY and its fantastic walks. This charming property is within a short drive of the open woodlands of Ashley Heath, the New Forest and Moors Valley Country Park as well as having excellent commuter links to Bournemouth, Southampton and the market town of Ringwood.
A SUBSTANTIAL FIVE BEDROOM PERIOD home with extensive living accommodation of OVER 2300 SQ FT with ANNEXE POTENTIAL subject to necessary consents, situated on over HALF AN ACRE, comprising three bath/shower rooms and modern benefits, such as gas heating and double glazed windows. This charming property also includes a SIZEABLE OUTBUILDING/GARAGE COMPLEX.
RINGWOOD £675,000
POULNER, RINGWOOD £500,000
A beautifully appointed approx 2500 SQ FT five bedroom detached home benefitting from spacious accommodation, including a vaulted sitting room, sun room and dining room. This stunning property enjoys a south facing garden and offers the potential for further extension subject to planning permission.
APPROX 1345 SQ FT. An exceptional, three bedroom detached bungalow, which has recently undergone EXTENSIVE RENOVATION resulting in the immaculate home found today. Located in the sought-after area of Poulner, this property offers all of the conveniences of modern living. NO CHAIN.
ST. LEONARDS £355,000
ASHLEY HEATH OFFERS IEO £600,000
HELP TO BUY SCHEME AVAILABLE. A stunning BRAND NEW three bedroom Town house of approximately 1003 SQ FT. Built by long standing and locally renowned builders, RJ Morrall Ltd. Situated in an EXCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT of 7 properties & luxuriously appointed with the highest quality kitchen and bathroom fittings. Other benefits include vinyl & engineered oak flooring, double glazing and ICW building warranty. VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL.
A detached three bedroom residence of APPROX 2000 SQ FT located in the sought after location of Ashley Heath. This charming home is well positioned within sizeable gardens and boasts generous accommodation. NO CHAIN.
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Stargazing pods at Alton Towers Roger Crow enjoys an overnight stay in the theme park’s new affordable cabins and gives his verdict. With a spectacular firework display and entertainment from a live band, Alton Towers recently launched their new Stargazing Pods. Designed to offer affordable family accommodation that’s a lot more comfortable than camping, the compact cabins also provide an opportunity for guests to study Staffordshire’s night sky. What are the new Stargazing Pods? Ensuring fun and games extend way beyond the park’s closing times, these on-site sleeping pods are the latest and most economical - addition to the accommodation options available at Alton Towers. There are 102 of the wooden domes, which sleep up to four (one double bed, two singles) and are equipped with modern amenities like USB ports and WIFI access. Both indoors and out, there’s a celestial theme; study the night sky until bedtime, then fall asleep in a room decorated with stars.
What’s it like to sleep under the stars? Although small, the pods are cosy and extremely comfortable, with washroom and toilet facilities located close by. The pods are dotted around a green, where telescopes have been set up for aspiring Brian Coxes to learn the difference between Ursa Minor and Ursa Major - especially if they use an app and resort WiFi to give them a clue. Do you get good grub? On a daily basis, campers can visit all restaurants around the resort. The closest is The Crooked Spoon, which is next to the Enchanted Village - although booking is advised. Breakfast (included in the price) is provided near the Stargazing Pods’ reception area. There’s a hot sausage or bacon roll for meat eaters, while vegetarians can go for a version with cheese, egg and mushroom. Coffees and teas are also included.
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What else can you do in the park? The Stargazing Pods’ overnight fee includes a free nine-hole round of Extraordinary Golf, and a free second day in the park with early access to selected rides and attractions. Catch the monorail for a wealth of attractions, ranging from CBeebies Land for the youngsters to more intense rides for teens and above. Oblivion, Nemesis, The Smiler, Wicker Man and Galactica are musts for hardcore riders. If you prefer something less intense try The Blade, a swing boat ride which is stomach-churning but great fun. How to get there The Stargazing Pods are priced from £88 for up to four people (off peak) and £123 (peak). Visit altontowers.com. Words by Roger Crow, Press Association
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Your festival guide to Bournemouth 7s 2019, May 25 th and 26th The World’s Largest Sport and Music
HEADLINING
Festival is back this late May bank holiday,
Expect another big line up including
25th – 26th May 2019, in the beautiful South
headline act British rapper, singer and
of England, Bournemouth.
television
personality
Professor
Green
bringing an eclectic mix of hip hop, grime Renowned as the sporting Glastonbury,
and electronica featuring Read All About It,
Bournemouth
Photographs and One Eye On The Door –
7s
has
established
a
formidable reputation over 12 years among
unmissable.
sports people and festival goers alike. THE BUNKER With its buzzing atmosphere, Bournemouth
A stand-out at Bournemouth 7s, Bassline
7s attracts over 30,000 festival goers
House and Garage in a stunning arena,
and 400 sports teams each year from all
going off all night. Built from stacked
over the world to the picturesque Dorset
shipping containers, the atmosphere is
country side. By day, Rugby, Netball,
intense, the crowd is pumping and the
Hockey, Dodgeball and Volleyball teams
performances are big. experience like nothing else. It's all about
compete in a range of elite and social sports tournaments across the 65-acre
NEW FUNKY FOREST
music and discovery, so take it back to
Festival site. By night, the Festival offers
Immerse yourself in a world of disco and
nature and dance among the trees as day
a
get lost in music. The Funky Forest is an
slips into night and the disco evolves.
variety
of
vibrant
arenas including:
themed
Festival
entirely new area for 2019 and provides an THE BIG TOP The Big Top Tent features an electric mix of dance DJs who will ensure this arena is packed out all evening. NEW VIP COLOURSEUM Brand NEW for 2019, the VIP Colourseum will have B7s very own Emperor hosting party games such as Sock & Sumo Suit Wrestling, Beer Pong and Giant Garden Games. With an array of vibrant colours towering pitch side, grab a jug, hit the hammocks and prepare yourself for the VIP exclusive Colour Party, showcasing the very best of 80s, 90s and 00s bangers. V.VIP Over 18s ONLY. Mingle with the celebs and enjoy the private bar as part of the V.VIP Experience. With waitress service and pitch-side views of the top level rugby, this has become the place to be for a luxury festival experience. The comfort and
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best place to enjoy a drink in the sun, bop
like Beyoncé or dancing along to cheesy
along to Ibiza tunes and soak up the festival
pop classics with your team mates, we
atmosphere.
guarantee you will have the time of your life here! Be warned though, this arena fills
THE YARD
up quick so bag yourself a prime spot early
After a record crowd at last year's Urban
doors.
Tent within the festival, we have rebranded the area 'The Yard', featuring a
YA MUM’S HOUSE
host of DJs, dancers and live performances
For the ultimate in House music, Ya Mum’s
from the best upcoming Urban talent
House is another new feature. An uplifting,
in the UK, entertaining the crowd with a
endorphin pumping experience. Meet you
range of Hip Hop, Rap and RnB! Expect
at Ya Mum’s House.
top class showmanship, plenty of crowd participation and incredible live energy
NEW CARLSBERG DANISH GARDEN
over the weekend. The Yard is a wicked
The NEW Carlsberg Danish Garden offers
graffiti’d, corrugated iron mash up of the
all festival-goers and players the perfect
best in RnB and Hip Hop. You’ll love it.
venue to grab a nice chilled drink, relax in the sun and listen to chilled out tunes
BUBBLELUV
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If you love a bit of a singalong and think
provided. As night falls, this arena turns up
you've got the X Factor, then Bubbleluv is
a notch so prepare yourself for plenty of
the one for you. Whether your performing
table dancing.
spacious design has created a quality that appeals to a discerning festival crowd. THE CLUBHOUSE All day, all night. Unbelievable festival DJs will be pumping out the party anthems which is sure to get all party lovers bouncing, creating a truly special and unrivalled atmosphere. On the Sunday, our celebrated Closing Party will return to round the weekend off in style! With thousands in fancy dress, this is an arena not to be missed throughout the Festival. COCKTAIL GARDEN What better way is there to sip on your favourite tipple than in the comfort of the increasingly
popular
Cocktail
Garden!
Choose from a great range of cocktails and grab a table with your friends for the ultimate chilled festival experience! It's the
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What started as the refurbishment and resale of homes has now developed into the construction of large houses and blocks of flats. The majority of our properties are in the Poole and Bournemouth with some in the Torquay area. Several
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British locations that inspired Game of Thrones The cult show returned for its final series in April. Looking back over eight seasons, these English locations may have shaped events Past episodes have impressed audiences
series. Author George R.R. Martin (who
white-washed to stand out. It sounds very
with their dark plots and epic backdrops,
wrote the original series of fantasy novels)
familiar to the Night’s Watch guarding their
spurring some fans to make a pilgrimage to
says he came up with the idea after visiting
own giant white wall of ice...
shooting locations.
Hadrian’s Wall, which was built from AD 122 by the Romans to keep enemies at bay. It
Fotheringhay Castle, Northamptonshire
Iceland and Ireland have experienced a
was patrolled day and night, and some
A key source of inspiration for the A Song
surge of visitors, but few people realise
historians suggest it may even have been
Of Ice And Fire series were the Wars of the
how many storylines were inspired by
Roses - a succession of English civil wars
British landscapes and historical events.
fought between the House of Lancaster
Blur fiction and reality by visiting these
and the House of York during the 15th
surprising places thought to be connected
century. Just as the Lannisters have King’s
with the programme...
Landing, and the Starks have Winterfell, the Lancasters and the Yorks had their
Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland A physical form of protection for the people
LEFT
of Westeros against The Night King and
Fotheringhay Castle | PA Photo/iStock
his army, The Wall has featured in every
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preferred places of residence. For the Yorks, their real-life version of Winterfell was Fotheringhay Castle in Northamptonshire. The castle is best known as the place where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned and finally beheaded in 1587. However, during the Wars of the Roses, this was the prime residence of the Yorks. The remains of Fotheringhay Castle can be visited along the River Nene, in the Northamptonshire countryside. Leicester Cathedral Right from the beginning, Tyrion Lannister has been one of the most popular characters in the series, and several parallels can be drawn between the witty
Temple Church, London
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre,
dwarf and 15th century king Richard III.
A military order that guards The Wall, The
Leicestershire
Just like Tyrion, Richard III was ridiculed
Night’s Watch is made up of members who
From the Battle of the Blackwater Bay to
for his appearance (he had a slight
swear an oath of duty, prohibiting marriage,
the Battle of the Bastards, each season has
hunchback) and was framed for murdering
family and land ownership until their death.
been filled with epic conflicts signalling
his nephews (think Tyrion with Joffrey). In
There are very clear similarities with the
major turning points. Many of these were
2012, Richard III’s remains were discovered
Knights Templar, a Catholic military order
based on historical events such as the Wars
beneath a Leicester city centre car park,
with strict rules defining their way of life. The
of the Roses and the Battle of Bosworth,
although he’s now buried in the much more
Temple Church in London was their English
which effectively ended disputes between
fitting location of Leicester Cathedral.
headquarters, and is open to visitors today.
the Yorks and the Lancasters. An estimated 17,000 men took part in this battle in 1485, and their story is told through exhibits at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre. Where to stay: Premier Inn has hotels across the country. Words by Sarah Marshall, Press Association
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Five minutes with... Ant Middleton Chief instructor and former soldier Ant Middleton, 38, tells Georgia Humphreys about putting the famous recruits through their paces, as part of Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer line-up, celebrity special of SAS: Who Dares Wins
What was it like for you taking the
We hear that when interrogating former
celebrities through the course?
MP Louise Mensch. You asked her: ‘what
We didn’t treat them any differently. Being
are you running from?’ Why?
in the limelight myself, I know that you have
With Louise, just from her CV, from her
to portray yourself in a different way - you
career, jumping from job to job, I was like,
have a sense of responsibility.
‘You’re either running from something or you’re running towards something’.
We wanted to relieve that responsibility from them, almost cut the shackles of life
Because I’ve been there and done it. I’ve
and go: ‘Listen, if you try to pull the wool
come from the university of life. I’m an
over our eyes, you’re gone. This is your time
extreme doer, I do do do, and nine times
to be free.’
out of 10 I fail or make a mistake or I learn from it. That’s what makes me so resilient.
In the first episode, we see Made in
Photo from Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Pictured:
Chelsea Star Sam Thompson talking
Ant Middleton | PA Photo/Channel 4/Pete Dadds
back to you. What did you make of that?
That stage where I was running, what was I running from? Was it my father’s death?
He gives me something to work with. It’s
You’re running from something, whether it’s
quite refreshing and it’s one of those where
If you learn, you grow. With Sam it was just
people or situations, there’s just something.
I wanted to turn this boy into a man so it
like, ‘Listen, I’m going to teach you a few
I could tell with Louise ... it’s not a generic
gave me a challenge.
lessons and hopefully you’ll learn from
question I ask everyone, you could just see
them’, which he did.
her mind going over.
ourselves as well and if we can change
And if you don’t, that’s over to you. I can’t
Would
someone for the better, then I’ll put all my
change you, you have to do that yourself.
experiencing the SAS selection process?
We’re always out there trying to better
effort into doing it.
everyone
benefit
from
What we lack in society is realness. The recruits showing you and the other
Obviously it’s not accepted, but being
If they don’t allow us to, then it’s simple -
officers respect is very important, isn’t it?
brutally honest not only with yourself
just get rid of them.
Thirteen years of my career has been
but with other people is the best form of
designed to go to war, to save life and to
therapy. Once you get a situation or person
take life. It’s not a joke, it’s not a game.
for what it is, you can go through the
You pick him to give an important command, even though he’s maybe not
process of acknowledging that situation,
the best listener...
If you’ve entered our world and showed
processing it and executing what needs to
But you teach them the hard way, right?
that sign of disrespect, then it’s going to
be actioned.
That’s the thing about life nowadays - we’re
cost lives. It’s as simple as that.
not allowed to make mistakes.
We have a tendency of complicating life We aren’t talking about this being a game
and complicating ourselves. All I’m doing
It’s only through mistakes and through
show ... I’m bound to the secret service
is stripping it down to the simple realities.
learning that we go, ‘Whoa, actually, I can
for the rest of my life. This is serious.
learn from that’.
Take it seriously.
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NEW HOMES SUCCESS Grennall Developments in conjunction with Goadsby Poole office are pleased to report the last remaining home at the popular Evergreen Close Upton has now been sold. Evergreen Close comprised a development of four 3 bedroom detached houses and one spacious 4 bedroom chalet style situated in a quiet cul de sac close to Upton Country Park. ‘Having spent a long time locating this site I am really pleased with how well these properties were received in the marketplace’ enthused John Grennall of Grennall Developments. ‘New Homes in established locations remain very popular and the availability of Help to Buy clearly is a great incentive’ explained James Silverton manager of Goadsby Poole. Following on from the success of Evergreen Close Grennall Developments will shortly be marketing via Goadsby Poole a development at Blandford Rise, Blandford Road,Upton, it comprises 5 three bedroom houses again with the availability of Help to Buy. ‘Whilst prices have yet to be released we have already received a number of serious enquiries – which is very encouraging’ explained James. ‘I am again looking forward to working with James and the team in Poole and I am sure that together we can make Blandford Rise a success’ commented John.
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DAYS O U T | C H R I STC H U R C H FO O D F EST I VA L
Celebrating 20 years of the Christchurch Food Festival With this year marking the 20th Anniversary of the Christchurch food festival it is safe to say they are pulling out all the stops to make this a spectacular event to remember.
Taking place on Saturday the 11th and
trademark marquees, as well as dozens of
as well as celebrity chefs who love our
Sunday
Food
stalls selling delicious food to eat there or
Festival and come back often! This year
Festival celebrates all that is great within
take home and create exciting recipes. Also
they are thrilled to welcome back festival
the
new for 2019 sees Saxon Square turned
ambassadors Lesley Waters (Saturday) and
in to a Vegan and Vegetarian market with
Dean Edwards (Sunday) as well as many top
some amazing suppliers ready to showcase
local chefs.
12th
food
May,
and
Christchurch
hospitality
industry
in
Christchurch and the local area. During the market weekend, the High Street
their products. Kids Kitchen
is transformed with stalls brimming with local delicacies. Down on the picturesque
Festival Village
riverside setting of Christchurch Quay, the
The Festival Village is home to the
learning, at the Fun Kitchen they will teach
experience continues with free-to-view
Demonstration
by
children about where food comes from,
cookery demonstrations, Beer Festival,
Saxe Coburg, where the festival showcases
food provenance and will get hands-on
fabulous cocktails, Kids Kitchen, excellent
some brilliant award-winning chefs from
with messy cookery, designed to ignite the
entertainment and Dorset Food & Drink
local restaurants, gastro-pubs and hotels
desire to cook and question. Fun Kitchen
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actively promotes healthy eating in their workshops and they will get children to try food that they would not normally eat by making familiar dishes with a twist! Tickets for the events at Fun Kitchen can be purchased from www.regentcentre.co.uk or call 01202 499199 New for this year is the Kids Kitchen Learning Zone, designed especially for children and family cooking. You can come along and take part in the cooking with Dr Sean Beer from Bournemouth University and join in with the quizzes and competitions run by students from the university’s nutrition department. Di Thomas, the Healthy Eating Specialist from Waitrose, will also be in attendance to give information about vegan and gluten free food to help you to make the right food choices for a healthy diet.
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Gala Dinner, Sunday 9th June
Namaste and Mr Todiwala’s Kitchen at the
in the hearts and minds of thousands over
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the
Hilton, London Heathrow Airport Terminal
the years and we are most proud to have
Christchurch Food Festival there will be
5, Mr. Todiwala’s Kitchen in Lincoln Plaza
been associated with it along its journey
a Gala dinner held on Sunday 9th June.
London, part of the Hilton Curio Collection
of success. We are delighted to be asked
“Ten for Twenty” will see eight of the area’s
and Mr. Todiwala’s Petiscos in Buckhurst
to speak at the celebration event and
finest chefs work together to produce a
Hill. Today, Café Spice Namaste is the
looking forward to an evening of great food
gourmet dinner, working alongside one of
longest running Michelin BIB restaurant in
prepared by some amazing chefs and lots
the regions finest bartenders and one of
the world. Cyrus has an MBE for his services
of fun in a great setting.”
Christchurch’s leading Sommelier for just
to education and training and an OBE for
120 guests at the Captain’s Club Hotel. The
services to the catering and hospitality
Special guests of honour on the night
chefs creating and cooking this delicious
industry. He is a Deputy Lieutenant of
include Mary Reader, President of the Food
meal will include; Alex Aitken – Harbour
Greater London, a Founding Member of the
Festival, Lesley Waters & Dean Edwards,
Hotels Group, Andrew Gault – Captain’s
Guild of Entrepreneurs, and a Freeman of
Festival Ambassadors and Anton Edelmann,
Club Hotel & Spa, Colin Nash – Three Tuns
the Worshipful Company of Cooks.
former executive chef at London’s Savoy Hotel and original patron of Christchurch
Inn, James Golding – The Pig Group, Luke Matthews – Chewton Glen, Simon Hallam
Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala comment, “It has
– Sandbanks Hotel, Kerry Witt – Chocolates
always been a great pleasure to be involved
by Miss Witt and Jen Williams – Naked Jam.
with the Christchurch Food Festival over
If you would like to be a part in what is set to
the years in various capacities. Meeting so
be an incredible culinary event showcasing
As part of the event Cyrus Todiwala OBE
many lovely people and a fabulous group
great food in and around Christchuch you
DL and his wife Pervin, from Café Spice
of organisers is like a chef’s dream come
can book your ticket by calling 01202 475111
Namaste, will be the guest speakers.
true! The Christchurch Food Festival has
or at www.christchurchfoodfest.co.uk
Cyrus is a chef, author, educationist and
an ambience, a charm and a feeling of
entrepreneur. He is Co-Patron of Café Spice
belonging all its own. It has created a niche
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Introducing Home Connect technology to your kitchen With the Christchurch Food Festival taking place on the 11th and 12th of May it is set to be a big weekend locally. We would like to welcome visitors in to our brand new Christchurch showroom across the weekend to take a look around our kitchen displays and find out about all the latest technology you can introduce to your home. One of our favourite new ranges that we will be showcasing over the weekend is the Neff Home Connect appliances, coming to the market in June. Neff has re-imagined the kitchen with this new technology allowing you to use voice control to operate your kitchen appliances, which comes in handy when you are mid food prep. For example, you can start the oven or ask when it is ready all hands free and ultimately, hassle free! The oven will also send out notifications when
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sales, you will always have one point of
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7 Steps for kitting out a home bar Drinks editor Sam Wylie-Harris shares her top tips for serving cocktails at home in style. We’re in the midst of a cocktail renaissance, when every bar worth its salt - a pinch of Maldon can nicely temper sweetness and highlight freshness, by the way. Likewise, if a drink is too sweet - add lime or bitters; too tart - add sugar syrup; too strong - add a few drops of water to a stirred drink, and if it’s a shaken cocktail, pour it back into the shaker and shake again with fresh ice. But I digress. Back to the original point: Whether you’re perched on a plush velvet bar stool or something more urban, chances are, the bartender has curated a well thought-out drinks list, with some new takes on the classics and a few modern twists to showcase the intrinsic beauty of a well-crafted cocktail - but what if you want to be the one fixing the drinks and calling the shots?
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3. Stemware Some of us would happily drink from anything, from a trendy jam jar to a candy-coloured crystal coupe, but ideally you should have at least four styles of stemware (nothing wrong with cheating and doubling up with a similar type of glass for various cocktails). And they should look as glamorous and exciting as possible within budget - bearing in mind you need to be prepared for breakages. For short, mixed drinks on the rocks, you’ll need an old fashioned or tumbler. A high ball for long, mixed drinks. Short drinks which are shaken, strained and served without ice should be poured into a martini glass or coupe (good for cocktails with egg whites). Champagne or wine cocktails should be served in a flute or a large wine glass.
While cocktails are synonymous with the high life, there isn’t actually any secret or mystique to creating a beautifully balanced drink - you just need a few tools of the trade, and a suitably stylish setting always helps. Here’s how to lay the foundations for your own little black book of cocktails... 1. Presentation A drinks trolley always makes a great showpiece. It’s where you want to place your prized stemware (we’ll come to that later), crystal decanter (could be a family heirloom), ice bucket, tongs, and other bits and bobs. They can be pricey, but they certainly make a great investment piece if you can afford the outlay. Otherwise, charity shops are good hunting ground for vintage tea trolleys, which can be painted piano black or glossy white to look the part. A cocktail tray on a sideboard always looks attractive too, and the high street currently has some great options. 2. Bar tools The bar essentials for making cocktails are a jigger (dual spirit measuring cup), Boston shaker (two separate cups which form a tight seal, so there’s no spillage when you shake), mixing glass (if you prefer your martini stirred and not shaken), strainer (to hold back any herbs, fruit or ice when you strain the drink), long bar spoon, sharp knife and a citrus juicer.
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4. Spirits
7. Garnishing
This is the fun bit, when you can really tailor your taste
Garnish is the cherry on the cake. Think of the
(and tray or trolley) with reasonable quality spirits, good-
meticulous care professional bartenders put into
looking labels (we all love to drink with our eyes) and
garnishing a cocktail. Not only does it make a drink look
limited editions, such as ornamental cages which can
instantly more appealing, it smells good too and can be
be used as a fruit bowl when the bottle is removed.
tweaked to complement or create a contrasting flavour profile. Whether it’s a lemon, lime or orange, you’ll need
For your building block to make the classics, you’ll
a sharp knife to cut a long, thin strip of peel to twist into
need a bottle of vodka, gin, white and dark rum, tequila,
a curly shape.
whisky, rye whisky, brandy and Campari. Then you’ll need the most commonly used liqueurs, such as orange
Note: As with any recipe, using the best quality spirits,
liqueur (Cointreau is an obvious choice) and sweet and
freshest fruit, premium mixers and good quality
dry Italian vermouths.
(large) ice cubes will always give you the best results.... Chin-chin!
5. Syrups, bitters and salt For cocktails such as a daiquiri, which call for sugar
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syrup, you’ll need a bottle of Monin Pure Cane Syrup. For a Manhattan, Angostura Bitters and to salt the rim of a margarita, Maldon sea salt. 6. Juice
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squeezed, hence the juicer in your tools list.
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I N T E R I O R S | F I R E BY D ES I G N
Ban on Wood-burning Stoves – the truth behind the rumours This
publicity
has
been
somewhat
What is being done about it?
misleading causing many of us to associate
The Department for Environment, Food and
the potential harmful effects of burning
Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has been gathering
wood with wood-burning stoves.
evidence
to
understand
the
health
implications when using different fuels. The
kinder to the environment you get more heat for your money too!
This is simply not the case. When it
aim was to enable the government to assess
comes to harmful emissions the situation
how stoves can be used to minimalise their
Here at fire BY design we are doing our bit
depends largely on the quality of the fuel
impact on the environment.
to try to encourage consumers to upgrade
and perhaps even more importantly the appliance it is burnt on.
their existing stoves. As an incentive we are All this information has now been fed into
currently running a scrappage scheme in
the Clear Air Strategy, published in January
conjunction with our installation package
To put it in perspective an open fire
2019. It lays out its pledge to cut emissions
whereby we remove your old appliance
produces
from particulate matter by 30% by 2020
for free and give you 10% discount on the
and 46% by 2030.
purchase of your new Ecodesign 2022 stove.
10
times
more
particulate
emissions than a modern day woodburning stove.
We offer a huge range of stoves that already To help achieve this the Government have
meet or exceed the new standards from
Government statistics show that we burn
introduced a certification for stoves that
leading manufacturers including Chesney,
40% of our wood on open fires. In London
meet stringent greener standards. These
Charnwood,
alone this rises to a staggering 70% despite
new appliances are clearly labelled with
and Hunter.
the fact that this is not permitted under the
an “eco-design” sticker to give consumers
current Clean Air Act.
confidence that they are purchasing an
If however we can’t persuade you to
environmentally friendly product.
change your old appliance there are some
Stovax,
Contura,
RAIS
simple changes you can make which will The government is not going enforce a ban
make a difference…
on stoves, but instead educate consumers and introduce measures that will make sure
To
we burn cleaner fuels and that stoves emit
emissions from your stove, only burn wood
help
reduce
potentially
harmful
fewer pollutants.
with 20% or less moisture content.
What can we do to help?
Finally, it is strongly advised to regularly
If you currently have an open fire or a stove
sweep your chimney. Clearing your chimney
that is more than 10 years old you should
of soot will improve the quality of the smoke
consider replacing it.
leaving your house – not to mention help prevent a chimney fire.
Independent
tests
have
shown
that
90%
less
For more information about the services
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to 80% means that not only are you being
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We offer a range of garden furniture, decking, planters, gates and fencing which are made from 100% recycled plastic that will enhance your outdoor space, whether that be at home or for commercial use. Financial benefits Achieving value for money is a key driver for any purchasing decision. Although some recycled products have a greater up-front cost, their longevity and durability make them a more cost-effective option over the long term. It’s a great investment, as it never needs to be replaced due to its high strength and durability, therefore it quickly pays for itself in the long run.
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Want to pimp your front door? Plants can be used to create showstopping front doors - here’s five tips for using plants to make an entrance. Gardeners are going the extra mile to make the entrance to their homes a welcoming landmark, according to a new report. Nearly half of gardeners use plants or trees to dress their front door, according to the Garden Trends Report compiled by the UK’s largest garden centre chain, Wyevale Garden Centres, based on survey data from more than 27,000 gardeners, combined with sales insights from the retailer’s garden team. Mark Sage, head of horticulture at Wyevale Garden Centres (wyevalegardencentres.co.uk), explains: “Our front doors are an expression of who we are. It’s our kingdom, our palace - and maybe we can inspire with some ideas.”
A B OV E A pink front door with matching pink roses | Thinkstock/PA
LEFT Clematis ‘Josephine’ from Raymond Evison | Raymond Evison/PA
RIGHT A front door surrounded by plants | Thinkstock/PA
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Here are his top 5 to help you pimp your front door and
door - Raymond Evison has some beauties, including
make the entrance to your home as inviting as you can.
‘Josephine’ and ‘Doctor Ruppel’ - both clematis. Climbing versions of the famous David Austin old
1. Think about colour schemes
English roses have seen a surge in sales too, thanks to
There’s a massive range of cheerful colours available
their ability to flourish in a pot or container, according
throughout spring, from zingy primroses and rich
to the report.
pansies, to heathers, acid green miniature lemon scented conifers, and bulbs, which if you forgot to plant
3. Make it personal
in autumn are widely available to plant in pots now.
Flowers create more than just a ‘welcome mat’ to your home, and what you create should match your
Sage notes: “There’s plenty of scope for conventional
personality says Sage. “Consider the type of container
colour schemes, but have you thought about doing it
you’re choosing - that says an awful lot about you. The
in black and white, using deep foliage plants contrasted
container needs to complement the brickwork and the
with white flowers?”
design of the front door. If it’s contemporary, it could be minimalist, such as spiralled or lollipop topiary.”
2. Check out smaller plants If you haven’t much space, you can now find smaller
You may want to go for an alternative to box if you live in
varieties of plants that won’t grow too big around your
an area where there has been box blight, he suggests.
front door area. Smaller types of shrubs, climbers and
Other plants you can use which will give you the same
roses are widely available.
feel include Ligustrum jonandrum, the very smallleaved privet, or bay, or lavender if you want flower on
If you want a climber in a pot - one that won’t grow
there too, to juxtapose the formal with the informal (but
too tall but will provide a pretty framework for a front
make sure the lavender is sourced from the UK).
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4. Look at pairs Some householders with little time for deadheading flowering plants are going grand and opting for pairs of evergreen standards in pots, where the foliage at the top is the focal point and is often shaped into a ball. Twin bay trees remain a favourite for adding structural impact, while new container-friendly bamboo varieties such as the red-stemmed Fargesia ‘Red Dragon’ are to be introduced to Wyevale this year. Garden centres have also noticed an increasing demand for evergreen box and topiary in all shapes and sizes, which create a focal point either side of a front door. 5. Be inspired by social media Front doors are being turned into social media sensations - so check out how other householders are accessorising their front doors. The report notes that hanging baskets are once more becoming the nation’s go-to for front door dressing. Once perceived as a more old-fashioned feature, they are making a comeback with the younger generation, and now feature in nearly 40% of front gardens across the UK. By Hannah Stephenson, Press Association
A B OV E A front door with colourful planting | Thinkstock/PA
RIGHT Twin bay trees outside a front door | Wyevale Garden Centres/PA
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Let RB Prestige source your #PerfectNextCar… Over the last few months in these articles,
collect all the important details from you
What are the steps?
we have looked into the everyday running
and immediately get to work finding the
There are many ways to get in contact
of RB Prestige, located on Ashley Road in
right car. In short, vehicle sourcing is
with one of the team to start the sourcing
Poole, as well as giving an insight into some
bringing the perfect vehicle to you, even if
process. This can be done through the
of the vehicles that have passed through
it is not in stock, and without all the hassle
‘Source my Vehicle’ section on the website,
their doors from a 1972 Corvette Stingray
that often comes with the search. Vehicle
via email to sales@rbprestigecars.uk, a call
to a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GTC. But
Sourcing allows us to do all the hard work
to the showroom to talk with one of the
what if the next car you are looking for
and running around for you so that you can
team, or even a quick visit to have a nice
is not in their stock list? Well, we asked
just enjoy the fond memories of your car
cup of coffee and see what stock the team
Georgia Boreham, RB Marketing and Office
from collection onwards.
have available. Following this, the team will
Manager, a few questions about why you
get to work finding the perfect car, usually
should task the RB team to source your
How long does sourcing take?
next, first or dream vehicle!
Ordinarily,
the
process
takes
using WhatsApp or email to send pictures around
and spec of any prospective vehicle. Once
two weeks. This is from enquiry and full
this has been decided, a deposit to secure
What exactly is ‘Vehicle Sourcing’?
discussion with the client to vehicle hand-
the vehicle is taken, followed by Rob or Kyran
Everyone has their dream, or maybe
over.
Although, it is worth noting that
going on one of their road trips to collect the
just their perfect next vehicle in mind.
there may be a touch of customisation in
vehicle (an example of which can be found
Whether it be guided solely by colour
between! Sometimes, it can take longer
in one of our earlier articles) making sure it
(I want blue rather than silver), a change
depending on the client’s requirements,
is as described, with everything working as
of needs (I need 5 doors for those family
at other times, the perfect vehicle just
it should with all the spec it is advertised
days out) or purely down to reminiscing
isn’t available at that specific time. But
with – this is all to protect the client from
and wanting to relive those childhood
if this is the case, the team will watch the
purchasing a car that isn’t what has been
memories. Whatever the reason, we here
market very closely and keep feelers in all
advertised! Imagine locating your perfect
at RB Prestige want to help you find the
areas so as soon as the vehicle becomes
car miles away and making the journey,
perfect car while making the car buying
available, we can act quickly! Whatever the
only to find that it was a different colour
experience as fun and enjoyable as
time frame, the client is kept in the loop
altogether! Then, it is all down to the RB
possible! So, utilising our trusted contacts
throughout so they know exactly where the
Prestige preparation and classic hand-over,
across the UK, our sourcing team will
team are in terms of their search!
followed by another happy customer and a new addition to the RB Prestige family! Where do you make money, is it not just profit on profit? One of the biggest fears we come across is that we are making our client’s pay double for the privilege of us finding and collecting their vehicles. However, this is not the case. We will discuss with our trusted contacts the vehicle of interest and get an accurate picture of the condition and status. It’s then, between us and the supplying dealer, to discuss a discount on the car to what we think is fair. As long as our costs of travel are covered, alongside the preparation of the vehicle up to our RB Prestige standards, and there is an acceptable and fair margin, any discount above and beyond what we believe to be acceptable will get passed
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H E L P I N G YO U F I N D YO U R D R E A M CA R Here is a selection of vehicles that we have sourced and supplied.
C A L L T O S TA R T YO U R F I R S T, N E X T O R D R E A M C A R A DV E N T U R E , 0 1 2 0 2 8 7 8 1 8 8 .
on to the client. There are two reasons why
2) The costs cover the collection of the
So, there we have it, all those hours searching
the vehicle may be at a higher price; 1) the
vehicle. Unfortunately, on some occasions
for your dream car can be a thing of the past.
warranty we provide with every vehicle is
the perfect vehicle is just at the other end
And just because your dream car is 200
second-to-none. Everyone has a horror
of the country. We will make it clear when
miles north doesn’t mean a day off work just
story from a friend or family member of
this is applicable and will never hide ‘extra
to find out it has been mis-advertised and
a vehicle that has gone wrong just after
profit’ in a collection fee.
your dream “Bentley Continental GT in white
purchase and the dealer is nowhere to be
with gunmetal grey wheels” is actually more
seen, or the unfortunate client has to pay
If we can’t find a car at an acceptable price,
of an off-cream colour with dirty black ones!
much more to put the vehicle right! We
or you find your perfect car yourself, we can
Let RB Prestige work with you to find your
are great believers that once you are an RB
still perform our checks on the vehicle for
#perfectnextcar. You will be informed every
client, you will always be an RB client and
you to ensure you are still protected. This
step of the way and protected from the
the prestige service does not stop as soon
even includes checking finance figures, HPI
not-so-honest dealers that are out there, all
as the hand-over is finished. The warranties
checks, MOT checks, Service and mileage
while ensuring you are getting the best deal
we put on our vehicles are the best we can
checks all to ensure you are protected and
for your next car with the fun and exciting
possibly offer, and we are happy to show
getting the right deal for you – we won’t
experience that should go with it!
exactly what is covered, how much they
stop a deal from happening just because
cost and detail every outline of them! And
there isn’t profit in the car for us!
C O N TAC T
WEBSITE
L O C AT I O N
01202 878 188
www.rbprestigecars.uk
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M OTO R I N G N E WS Nick Fletcher tells us the latest news on all things motoring.
NISSAN LEAF SALES RECO RD The Nissan LEAF has become the first electric car to surpass 400,000 sales, solidifying the model’s leading role in the global shift toward more sustainable mobility. Introduced in 2010 as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, the Nissan LEAF has led the way in making electric driving accessible to non-luxury buyers. Today, a growing number of consumers say their next car may be electric and Nissan says customers are choosing the LEAF for its powerful, agile performance and advanced technologies, such as the ProPILOT semiautonomous driving system, in addition to the benefits of sustainable mobility. “This milestone is a powerful statement that 400,000 customers value the Nissan LEAF for the excitement, confidence and connection it delivers,” said Executive Vice President Daniele Schillaci, Nissan’s global head of marketing, sales and electric vehicles. “The LEAF remains the icon of Nissan Intelligent Mobility, our strategy for moving more people to a better world.” Leaf prices start at £27,995 including government grant.
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R O A D T E S T: A L FA R O M E O G I U L I A S U P E R Alfa Romeo has a long and distinguished reputation for creating head-turning sports cars and the company says its latest range of Giulia models is ‘born to inspire emotion’, a claim that is impossible to dispute, writes NICK FLETCHER. The Giulia is a sleek, muscular beautifully designed executive model blending classy elegance with potent promise and it has distinct appeal to buyers seeking an engaging driving experience and a stand-out image. This long-wheelbase 4-door saloon is superbly designed and has an unmistakable front-end dominated by the famous Alfa heart-shaped grille. Yet despite its performance-focussed styling, the Giulia scores also well for its day to day practicality. There is good head and legroom front and rear and a large 480-litre boot. There are petrol and diesel engine options and seven trim levels and Giulia prices start at £33,190 for the entry-level Super version, the one featured here. This model has a 197 hp 2.0 litre turbopetrol engine mated to a slick 8-speed automatic gearbox and it is a formidable combination. Top speed is 146 mph, the 0-60 mph time just 6.6 seconds. Average fuel economy is 41.5 mpg and emissions 157 g/km.
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The cabin is a showcase of fine Italian design, visually more impressive than in rival models such as the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class, underlining the character and cachet of this legendary Italian sporting marque. When it comes to driving the rear-wheel-drive Giulia is a delight, offering immediate power delivery and fluent gear changes from the auto transmission. For those who wish to be more engaged with the driving, there are also manual paddle-shifters and also three driving modes which can vary steering and throttle responses. Handling always feels assured and while the suspension is understandably firm to help provide grip and composure, it is still compliant enough for good all-round ride comfort. Standard equipment on this entry model is very good and includes cruise control, dual-zone climate control, touch screen infotainment system, Bluetooth, sat-nav and connectivity features. Safety kit includes emergency auto braking, pedestrian detection and lane departure warning. The Alfa Giulia has a distinctive niche position in its class, with stand-out styling and Alfa sporting heritage giving it compelling appeal.
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R O A D T E S T: M I N I O N E C L A S S I C Mini is a global motoring brand name dating back 60 years and latest versions still offer a touch of retro styling while delivering everyday practicality and a lot of driving fun, writes NICK FLETCHER. The Mini line-up has been simplified in recent months though many are likely to find it still rather complex especially as there are several options packages in the mix. Prices start at £16,190 for a three-door model, though many will opt for the more practical five-door variant which is priced from £16,890.
option packages add features such as sat-nav and enhanced connectivity.
The car seats four adults easily though the rear seat is quite cramped for a fifth.
The 1.5 litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine offers 102 hp and gives a 0-60 mph time of 10.3 seconds and top speed of 119 mph. Average fuel economy is 52.3 mpg and emissions are 122 g/km.
Boot space has been improved and is now 278 litres, adequate for normal shopping needs and the backs of the rears seats can be adjusted to make the boot area a more boxy shape. The dashboard, dominated by a large circular screen, has a smart look that underpins the cabin’s quality ambiance.
The five-door model is 3 cms longer and 1 cm taller than its three-door stablemate and this does give rear occupants improved head and legroom and there is the added convenience of rear doors and a tailgate.
There are several petrol engines, and a diesel, and while a 6-speed manual gearbox is standard, there is a 7-speed automatic option. The entry-level fivedoor Classic model featured is quite well equipped with standard kit including auto lights and wipers, digital radio, Bluetooth, infotainment screen with rotary control, LED lights and air-conditioning. Various
Underway, this Mini proves to be smooth, quiet and responsive and precise steering and firm suspension help give composed cornering while retaining decent ride quality. The nimble driving dynamics give the Mini more of a fun factor than most. Competition is keen in this sector and includes strong rivals such as the Volkswagen Polo. Even so, the Mini One Classic still scores highly as a practical hatchback with the added bonus of a very cool image.
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R O A D T E S T: H O N D A C R-V H Y B R I D E X H Y B R I D Honda’s spacious and robust CR-V is the world’s best-selling SUV and the latest model builds on that achievement, offering better performance, greater comfort, enhanced equipment and a hybrid version. There are no diesel engines in the range, just a 1.5 litre turbo-petrol and a 2.0 litre petrol/ electric hybrid, with choice of manual or auto gearboxes, two or four wheel drive and five or seven seats. Prices start at £29,105. With demand for hybrid models soaring, the new CR-V hybrid is set to do well. The 2.0 litre petrol engine is aided by two electric motors giving 181 hp and allowing the car to drive short distances on electric power alone. The test model, in top specification EX form and with the CVT auto gearbox costs £37,305. Standard kit includes opening panoramic glass roof, head-up display, heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats, leather upholstery, hands-free powered tailgate, keyless entry, cornering headlights, sat-nav, connectivity features and rear-view camera.
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Revised styling gives the CR-V a more muscular look and the upgraded cabin has more luxury features. The interior is very spacious with good head and legroom front and rear and the boot space is vast at just under 500 litres. The boot floor is also height-adjustable and with rear seats folded, load space is a massive 1,638 litres so the CR-V scores top marks for versatility and practicality.
The suspension set-up is slightly softer than on some SUV models so ride quality is very comfortable - arguably best in a class which includes the Skoda Kodiaq, Toyota RAV4 and Peugeot 5008.
It drives well too. The hybrid power is delivered smoothly and quietly and the CVT transmission is well-spaced for slick seamless gearshifts and is operated by two buttons – there is no gear lever!
This latest model, with a raft of enhancements and bolstered by Honda’s outstanding record for reliability and strong residual values allows the CR-V to take on all-comers in the growing SUV class.
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The CR-V Hybrid has 0-60 mph time of 9.2 seconds, top speed 112 mph and emissions of 126 g/km. Average fuel economy is 51.4mpg.
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MERCEDES-BENZ CLA COUPÉ The new Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupé is now on sale, with prices starting from £30,550 for the entry-level CLA 180 AMG Line. The CLA 180 and CLA 200 both use a 1.3-litre petrol engine capable of producing 136 hp and 163 hp and respectively. The 180 and 200 can deliver up to 47.9 mpg while the 180 emits 123 g/km of CO2 and the 200 emits 124 g/km. Available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive, the CLA 220 features a 2.0-litre petrol engine with an output of 190 hp. It can deliver up to 41.5 mpg and emits 139 g/km of CO2 – the 220 4MATIC delivers 40.4 mpg and emits 149 g/km.
R O A D T E S T: M A Z D A 6 T O U R E R The market for elegant estate cars used to be dominated by prestige German manufacturers but in recent years other marques have become established in the sector, with the latest Mazda6 Tourer a fine example, writes NICK FLETCHER. Its beautifully-sculpted lines provide a classy visual presence and the cabin, with leather upholstery, gloss black inserts and chrome detailing creates the feeling you are driving something special. There is a wide choice of petrol and diesel engines and all models are well-equipped, with prices starting at £24,095. The popular engine choice is the 148 hp 2.2 diesel unit which was in the model I recently tested, along with the optional 7-speed automatic gearbox. In mid-range SE-L Lux Nav+ form it costs £28,093. Even the entry-level Mazda6 Tourer is generously-kitted with dual-zone climate control, cruise control, sat-nav, front and rear parking sensors, touch-screen infotainment centre, digital radio and Bluetooth all standard. My Lux test model added extra features
including leather upholstery, powered and heated front seats and a reversing camera. Underway, the engine proves to be smooth quiet and refined, with a 0-60 mph time of 10.6 seconds, top speed 127 mph and average fuel economy very good at 55.5 mpg. Emissions are 133 g/km. The steering has a light responsive feel for effortless driving though I found the suspension setting a little over-firm. The Tourer is spacious front and rear and there are plenty of stowage areas for oddments. The boot is large at 522 litres, expandable to a massive 1,689 litres by folding the rear seats. And the load floor is flat, another plus-point. The two-tone cabin design is very pleasing and with large glass areas and slim pillars, helps give the cabin a light airy ambiance.
The petrol-powered CLA 250 – which uses a 2.0-litre engine – can generate 224 hp. The 250 can return up to 41.5 mpg and emits 139 g/km of CO2. All models will be initially available with a 7G-DCT sevenspeed automatic transmission, with a manual gearbox coming later. The diesel-powered CLA 200 d and CLA 220 d will also be added to the line-up later in the year. The CLA 200 is available from £32,100, while the CLA 220 costs £32,865 or £34,465 for the CLA 220 4MATIC. The rangetopping CLA 250 is priced from £33,640.
Notable rivals in the sector include estate versions of the Ford Mondeo and Skoda Superb but the Mazda6 Tourer in my view outshines them for sheer presence. Mazda says the Tourer makes ‘a stylish statement’. I think the company is being modest - it makes a VERY stylish statement!
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Dental Implants THE WHAT, THE WHY, THE HOW AND THE OH MY! A question every patient wants to know the answer to is 'what exactly is a dental implant and why do I need one?' It can be a little daunting when your dentist pops your chair back, has a look in your mouth and then announces
Dental implants benefit general oral health because they do not have to be anchored to other teeth, like bridges. This means that they are not destructive of your other teeth and, with a 98% success rate, are an excellent choice for
that you need a dental implant. It sounds like massive surgery is needed to correct a major problem! Don't worry,
maintaining a natural smile.
this just isn't the case. Plenty of people have dental implants nowadays, they are actually far more common
They are the closest thing to having your own teeth back, with over 30 years of verifiable research behind them they
than you may realise.
are a safe and predictable option for replacing your natural teeth. The teeth created to attach to your dental
A dental implant is, simply put, a titanium or ceramic post that is surgically placed into your jaw beneath your gum
implants are completely bespoke and crafted to mimic your existing teeth so that they sit naturally in your mouth.
line. In this way it acts like a scaffold for your natural bone to integrate with and accept it as a new root for your
Once in place, dental implants can last for over 30 years as
tooth. This means that once you have healed, your dentist can attach a replacement tooth or teeth onto it. An implant doesn’t come loose like a denture can, it acts like a natural tooth root and anchors your new tooth to your jaw. This makes it easier to eat the food you want and laugh as hard as you like without a denture falling down!
long as you maintain a good oral health routine and regularly see your hygiene therapist. This means that they are a very cost-effective solution - no more annoying reline appointments! They also help to preserve your facial structure and your bone. If you are thinking of having dental implants or want more information book a free consultation on 01202 973300 or go online to www.dorsetdentalclinics.com and book using the form.
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A dental implant can be used to replace a missing tooth. By substituting the root of the missing tooth, it prevents further serious complications that can arise if the missing tooth is left untreated. It usually requires multiple appointments to complete.
First, the nurses prepare the surgery for you and then make sure you are comfortable before beginning. The area in your mouth where you are having the implant is then prepared for placement
Next, the implant body is placed into the bone, along with a special healing cap. The site is given time to heal. Your dentist will monitor the healing process and can provide a temporary tooth to fill the empty space if needed.
When the site is fully healed, the healing cap is removed and replaced with the abutment, which serves as the base of your new tooth.
Finally, the crown is placed over the abutment and cemented into place. Your tooth is restored to optimal shape and function. You should then maintain regular appointments with a skilled hygienist to help you care for your implant.
H E A LT H & B E AU T Y | P O S T-W O R KO U T M I S TA K E S
Post-workout mistakes From fuelling badly to skipping the cool down stretch, Liz Connor speaks to a personal trainer to discover the bad habits sabotaging your workout.
You might think fitness results are gained by
carbohydrates. But if fat loss is your goal,
hitting the weights room as hard and heavy
it’s also important to be cautious not to
as you can, but many experts say what you
over-consume, as this will outdo the calorie
do after a workout is just as important as
deficit you’ve created.”
the effort you put in at the gym. If you aren’t in the habit of following a post-workout
Vigorous exercise also cause damage to
routine, you might be struggling to see
the cells in your muscles, and refuelling with
results. We spoke to personal trainer James
protein can help to enhance muscle mass,
Stirling (@london_fitness_guy) to find some
as well as repair damage. “Ensure your
of the major aftercare errors that could be
protein consumption is high throughout
hindering your progress.
the day to ensure recovery of the muscles,” advises Stirling. “Some people say you have
1. Forgetting to rehydrate
to get it in immediately after exercise, but as
“Taking a note of your progress, or how
We all know that getting enough H2O
a general rule, just make sure you’re getting
you felt during a session, is a great way of
throughout the day is important, but it’s
a good protein intake throughout the day.”
seeing how far you’ve come,” says Stirling.
even more crucial after a heavy sweat.
“Sometimes just getting into the gym and
“During exercise, you lose vital minerals
Quality lean meat, fish, eggs, beans and
completing a workout from start to finish is
through sweat, so it’s really important to
legumes, and soy products like tofu, are all
hard enough, so make sure to also reward
rehydrate and replace the water you’ve lost,
good sources of protein.
yourself for the work you’ve done.”
3. Not tracking your progress
4. Forgetting to stretch
Fitness is as much a mental game as it is a
Plenty of people skip stretching after
2. Not refuelling properly
physical one, and tracking your gains in the
their workout, but this is one of the most
Giving your body the fuel it needs to recover
gym can give you the motivation to keep
effective ways to minimise stiffness and
after a workout is also vital. “Making sure
going. Whether you’ve shaved 20 seconds
aching in the days that follow. “Stretching
your post-exercise nutrition is appropriate
off your personal best or have managed
is so important,” says Stirling, “but it’s the
is really important,” says Stirling. “So try
to lift your heaviest weight yet, hitting a
one thing most people forget to do when
to get a balanced portion of protein and
personal milestone can be super satisfying.
they’re rushing off to the office from the
not just immediately after a gym session, but throughout the day too,” says Stirling.
gym. If you’ve done a workout and then you’re going to be sat at a desk all day, it’s probably best to try and stay as active as you can.” Stirling suggests taking a walking break to stretch out the muscles - whether that’s taking a quick breath of fresh air or offering to do a tea round. Your body will thank you the day after. Words by Liz Connor, Press Association A B OV E Photo by Kobu Agency on Unsplash
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First-Class Cricket, Sporting Heroes, Corporate Hospitality, Charity‌ We’re Game. Are you? Join the Harlem Globetrotters of cricket for a charity cricket day, involving a corporate lunch followed by a 20/20 fixture. Taking place at Bournemouth Sports Club (Chapel Gate) on Friday 14th June, this oneday sporting extravaganza is designed to bring together the corporate fraternity, as well as cricket fans across the tri-counties, to revel in a summer soiree of sport and entertainment.
All-star names such as Gordon Greenidge, John Emburey and legendary commentator Henry Blofeld have been confirmed as honorary guests for the day. After
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LASHINGS? Lashings launched in 1984 when a local cricket club had their opposition pull out of the fixture. As a result, a last-minute group of business people were rounded-up to take on the plight. After the success of this event, a list was put up in the local bar and soon the Lashings cricket team had enough personnel to be able to field sides on a regular basis. In the past decade Lashings has moved from field to fame. Lashings has evolved into a slick corporate outfit. It's now easier to list the international
players
who
haven't
appeared for Lashings than those who have, but to name just a handful,
Sachin
Tendulkar,
Alvin
Kallicharan, Jimmy Adams, Rashid Latif, Wasim Akram, Allan Donald and Sir Viv Richards have all worn the The format of the day will be a kids’ coaching
Tickets for the 2019 event are now on
academy in the morning, followed by a
sale via Eventbrite. £450.00 for a table
corporate hospitality marquee lunch and
of 10 gets you a three-course meal,
then a T20 fixture. The Lashings World
along with an afternoon of cricket, Q&A
XI will face a Saxe Coburg Invitational XI.
sessions, entertainment, an auction, and
This stylish event aims to support Lashings
hopefully… sunshine.
Lashings uniform.
World XI, with their 2019 commitment to raise over £10,000 for Macmillan Caring
There are also “gold” tables of 9 available,
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well as various sponsorship opportunities
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available.
this year. Saxe Coburg said of the occasion, “This “Macmillan
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FO O D & D R I N K | I S A AC C A R E W
Isaac Carew on swapping the modelling world for food As he releases his first cookbook, Lauren Taylor meets the model-turned-chef making waves in the food world.
Isaac Carew’s chiselled looks might be
scouted outside London’s Selfridges. “I put
somewhat familiar - he’s been the face
cheffing on the back-burner and I realised
of huge fashion campaigns for Topshop
that, as much as I loved travelling the world,
and Hermes, as well as being regularly
meeting people and working for amazing
pictured on the arm of his Grammy-winning
clients, my passion is food.”
superstar girlfriend, Dua Lipa. The Dirty Dishes is a collection of 100 But what you might not know is that before
recipes and photos that would be just as at
embarking on his high-profile modelling
home on Carew’s Instagram page (mostly
career, Carew trained as a chef, cutting his
shot from above and in muted tones), and
teeth in restaurant kitchens - with some
the focus is food that’s fast, simple and full of
pretty big names in the industry. Now, after
flavour, using the kind of quality ingredients
a decade of modelling, the 33-year-old
you’d expect from someone who grew
is going firmly back to his food roots - his
up in professional kitchens (his dad and
“actual passion”.
godfather are both chefs too). Although there are plenty of colourful soups and
He’s already been busy sharing cooking
salads, it’s mainly about satisfying, hearty
videos and recipe ideas (interspersed with
food - “all the carbs and full-fat butter” - that
smouldering selfies and loved-up pictures
you could whip up quickly mid-week, or
for someone from the modelling world - but
with Lipa) on Instagram and YouTube - and
impress friends with on the weekend.
Carew says it’s a common misconception
his debut cookbook, The Dirty Dishes, seems a natural follow-on.
that if you’re a model, you can’t love food. On the face of it, cakes (sticky toffee loaf with
“Obviously, if I’ve got a big job coming up,
rum), homemade pasta (nduja tagliatelle),
I’m not going to eat a burger and chips
“I thought I was going to do modelling for a
burgers
and
every day, but I’ve never really had to focus
year or two years, make some money, and
indulging in stacks of pancakes (buttermilk
on my image in that way,” he says (lucky
then go back straight into cooking. It didn’t
with blueberry and chamomile compote),
him). “I work out, I box, I did a 100-mile cycle
work out like that,” says Carew, who was
might not seem a naturally harmonious fit
for charity last year - if you have a varied
(aubergine
and
lamb)
diet, you’re going to be fine. If you restrict yourself, it’s going to be boring, and you’ll probably start binging.” And that’s exactly the message he wants Dirty Dishes to send. The name, he says, is “a bit tongue in cheek - because a lot of books are about clean eating, healthy this and healthy that, so I wanted to bring the love back to food.
A B OV E Isaac Carew in the kitchen | Susan Bell/PA
LEFT Book cover of The Dirty Dishes by Isaac Carew | Susan Bell/PA
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“I just want to get people into the kitchen, cooking
and
having
enthusiastically
-
with
fun,”
he
adds
straight-forward
recipes for interesting combinations, and just the right amount of ambition for those who already know their way around a pasta machine, or want to whip up a homemade chilli sauce. So what does Lipa think? “She told me she loves it, so that’s a bonus,” he says with a smile. “I haven’t given her a signed copy yet, I wanted to make it extra special.” A fast-becoming power couple, the pair probably look as if they’re always attending music award parties - Lipa has won two Grammys and one Brit so far this year alone (“Absolutely mind-blowing,” Carew proclaims,
“I’m
super
proud”).
“With
Instagram, everything can look superglamorous and fancy but at the end of the
There’s a recipe in the book that Carew
own restaurant; I’m thinking maybe in
day, we’re just normal people, in a normal
says is a “little homage” to Hartnett, the
two or three years. I love the craziness
relationship, two people who love each
white onion soup he used to make in her
and camaraderie you get in kitchens.”
other,” he adds.
restaurant 10 years ago, apparently one of
First though, he’d love to follow in similar
her signature dishes at the time.
footsteps as Jamie Oliver, doing TV and more books. Something tells me we’ll be
They cook “all the time” together at home. “She’s a really good cook,” Carew gushes.
Well before his face was plastered on the
seeing a lot more of Carew - less designer
“The other day, she cooked fried garlic
digital screens on Times Square, Carew also
fashion, more chef’s whites.
samphire with seared tuna and roast
worked under award-winning Colombian
potatoes. We never cook the same thing
chef Juan Manuel Barrientos Valencia
The Dirty Dishes: 100 Fast And Delicious
twice, we keep it varied and change it up
at ElCielo in Miami. But it’s TV chef Gary
Recipes by Isaac Carew, photography by
all the time.”
Rhodes who he credits with inspiring him to
Susan Bell, is published by Bluebird, priced
go to culinary school in the first place; he
£20. Available now.
Carew describes his cooking style as
followed his food hero to the same cooking
“modern European with a heavy Italian
school, East Kent (formerly Thanet) College.
By Lauren Taylor, Press Association
influence”, which is in part thanks to working under Michelin-star chef Angela Hartnett
From age seven, he dreamed of being a
Are you feeling inspired? Try one of Isaac’s
at
Connaught.
chef. “I remember sending letters to my dad
recipes for yourself...
“Before working with her, I’d never made
with a business plan I’d come up with for a
fresh pasta, ravioli, tortellini or anything,
restaurant; I named it, I designed a menu,”
but when I started working on the pasta
he recalls. That’s still an ambition he has -
section, I instantly fell in love with the craft
“I’d love to get back in the [professional]
of making pasta from scratch.”
kitchen and I definitely want to have my
London’s
famous
The
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A B OV E Isaac Carew and girlfriend Dua Lipa at the world premiere of Alita: Battle Angel in London | PA Photo/Ian West
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L E F T Isaac Carew’s harissa chicken legs with quinoa and avocado | Susan Bell/PA
FO O D & D R I N K | R EC I P ES BY I S A AC C A R E W
Chicken Legs with Quinoa & Avocado INGREDIENTS
SERVES 4
Preheat the oven to 200C (fan 180C/gas mark 6).
95g rose harissa Olive oil
In a bowl combine the harissa, a glug of olive oil and salt. Add the red onion to the bowl,
Sea salt and black pepper
then add the chicken and mix together, making sure everything is evenly coated. Lay it all
1 red onion, quartered
out on a roasting tray and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked
4 skin-on chicken legs
through.
300g quinoa 1 garlic clove, crushed
Heat a medium saucepan and add the dry quinoa. Toast for one minute, then add the garlic
2 avocados
and 800ml cold water. Cover with a lid and bring up to the boil, adding a pinch of salt and
Juice of 1/2 lemon
pepper. Cook for about 15 minutes until nearly all the liquid has gone. Meanwhile peel and de-stone the avocados. Dice them roughly and squeeze over the lemon juice. Sprinkle with another pinch of salt. Divide the quinoa and chicken between four plates and serve with the avocado.
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L E F T Isaac Carew’s crab linguine | Susan Bell/PA
R EC I P E S BY I S A AC C A R E W | FO O D & D R I N K
Crab Linguine
SERVES 4
INGREDIENTS
Whack a saucepan of salted water on to boil. In the meantime, heat a medium frying pan
Sea salt
over a low to medium heat, add a little olive oil and saute the shallot and garlic until sweet
Olive oil
and tender.
1 shallot, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped
Add the chilli to the pan, along with the thyme leaves and cook for a few minutes. Next add
1/2 medium red chilli, sliced (see tip)
the white wine and cook over a medium heat for another minute or two until the sauce is
1 sprig of thyme, leaves only
reduced. Finally add the chopped tomatoes and simmer for five minutes.
100ml white wine 1 x 400g tin of chopped tomatoes
Chuck the linguine in the salted boiling water and cook until al dente. Retaining one to one-
360g linguine
and-a-half ladles of the pasta water, strain the pasta and set aside.
100g white crab meat 1tbsp mascarpone
Add the crab meat and mascarpone to the sauce, then fold the sauce through the pasta,
Juice of 1/2 lemon
adding the reserved water. This will give extra gloss to the dish and a deeper taste. Finish
A few chives, finely chopped, to serve
with a little drizzle of olive oil, the lemon juice and a sprinkling of chives.
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L E F T Isaac Carew’s sticky toffee loaf with rum | Susan Bell/PA
FO O D & D R I N K | R EC I P ES BY I S A AC C A R E W
Sticky Toffee Loaf with Rum SERVES 4
INGREDIENTS
Equipment needed: 900g loaf tin or 23cm round baking tin. Preheat the oven to 180C (fan
200g medjool dates, de-stoned & chopped
160C/gas mark 4). Pop the dates in a bowl and cover with 400ml boiling water. Add the
1tsp bicarbonate of soda
bicarbonate of soda and leave to soak and cool.
150g brown sugar 150g butter, softened
In a bowl or stand mixer, mix the brown sugar and butter together until light and fluffy. Add
2 large eggs
the eggs and whisk together. Next add the cooled dates and most of the liquid and whisk
150g self-raising flour
until combined. Finally, add the flour, cinnamon, mixed spice and baking powder. Mix until
1/2tsp cinnamon
fully incorporated.
1/2tsp mixed spice 1tbsp baking powder
Next, line and butter the loaf tin or baking tin. I prefer to use a loaf tin for this recipe. Add the cake mixture and pop in the oven for 35-45 minutes or until the knife comes out clean.
FO R T H E T O F F E E S AU C E
50g butter
While the sponge is baking, start making the toffee sauce. In a pan, heat the butter and sugar
250g Muscovado sugar
together until melted, then add the double cream. Bring up to the boil then add the rum.
125ml double cream 1 double shot of rum
When the sponge is ready, dot with a few holes here and there. Pour half the sauce over the
Vanilla ice cream to serve
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Are you a GP who’s recently left practice? Do you feel that you still have something to offer, but don’t want to be tied down?
OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE Research
The Primary Care Workforce Centre has a wide range of opportunities to support GPs wanting to stay in practice and work in more flexible and diverse ways
Career Flex and Portfolio working
Dorset GP Coaching Faculty
As an example, the Our Dorset Passport makes working in healthcare in Dorset easy and offers a variety of work whether you’re looking for ad-hoc or regular sessions across primary, community or secondary care. We recognise and value the skills and experience of GPs at all stages of their career and what they bring to health services and Dorset, whether that’s delivering healthcare first hand or supporting changes and improvements. In addition to our own initiatives we are on the lookout for other ideas that could support GPs to extend their careers in a flexible and appealing way.
Clinical and Digital Fellowships
If you would like to know more please get in touch by email PrimaryCare.WorkforceCentre@dorsetccg.nhs.uk
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REC RU ITM ENT The latest jobs in your area. To advertise your job here contact Ross or Gary on 01202 287165.
C L E A N E R S - PA R TTIME FLEXIBLE WORK
EXPERIENCED K I TC H E N D E S I G N E R
Busy holiday letting agency in Poole require top quality cleaners to clean beautiful self-catering properties.
Cricklewood Kitchens is a successful, expanding independent kitchen company based in Christchurch, servicing the Dorset and Hampshire region and now recruiting for an experienced Kitchen Designer to join the team in our brand new showroom.
Must be efficient, physically fit, superorganised and 110% trustworthy with an eye for detail and ‘show home’ presentation. Part-time flexible work. Shifts usually start from 10.30am and last for approx. 2 to 5 hours. Cleaning hours are dependent on holiday bookings and thus hours can vary week-to-week. Saturdays are the busiest days but we also have work available on weekdays, Sundays and bank holidays. This work benefits those who require flexibility to work around other jobs, commitments, or family. Pay is £9.25 per hour (inc hol pay). There are incentives for regular workers. Parking is available if required. Experience is preferred but training is provided for all. Supervisors also required Opportunities available for supervisors who have great communication skills and can train and motivate a team. Exceptional attention to detail required. Must be quick thinking with a ‘can-do’ attitude’ and be able to drive. Please email your CV or a brief history of any experience and current situation to: helen.challis@quayholidays.co.uk
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You will be located within a commutable distance to Christchurch, where we pride ourselves in offering an outstanding one-to-one service and visiting our customers within the local area. As our Kitchen Designer you will have: • Experience in full life cycle Kitchen sales and design using recognised industry CAD systems, preferably Planet Fusion or 2020 • A proven track record for achieving targets and maximising all sales opportunities through a consultativeselling style • A full UK driving licence and your own transport as you will be visiting customers homes (essential) • Determination and a precise professional attitude • Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication In addition to a competitive salary we offer uncapped earning potential with a strong commission structure. Please send your CV to David Hill-Jones david@cricklewoodkitchens.co.uk
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CLEANING COMPANIES REQUIRED FOR STUDENT HOUSES / ACCOMMODATION mystudentpod.com are looking for cleaning companies who have experience cleaning student houses during the busy student turnaround period between the start of August and mid-September. Companies must be able to do full cleans, carpet cleaning and oven/hob cleans on a set pricing structure. Possible high volume of work. For further information contact Joanne Clement on 01202 553377 or joanne@mystudentpod.com
PRODUCT FABRICATOR We have an excellent opportunity for a hard-working, reliable and positive individual seeking a full-time position to join our respected and growing family business in a varied, day-based role, with added overtime earnings potential as a Product Fabricator! Applicants must be 18+, bright, trustworthy, experienced using power tools, conscientious, able to develop new skills, physically fit, and work well as part of a small team as well as independently. If you feel you have the aptitude to join us then call us on 01202 385751 and send your CV to enquiries@reformedplastics.co.uk to be considered for an interview.
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W H AT ’ S O N | M AY
What’s on
I N M AY
With a vibrant mix of countryside, beaches and attractions, there is always plenty to do in Dorset & Hampshire. Here is a selection of events happening across the counties over the coming weeks.
C H RISTC H U RC H
B O U R N E M O U T H 7S
FO O D F E S T I VA L ,
2 4 - 2 6 M AY
C E L E B R AT I N G 2 0 Y E A R S 1 1 - 1 2 M AY
The Christchurch Food Festival evokes a sense of community pride and attracts over 70,000 visitors who experience a culinary adventure. The high street will be transformed with stalls brimming with local delicacies. And down on the picturesque riverside setting of Christchurch Quay, the experience continues with free-to-view cookery demonstrations, Beer Festival, fabulous cocktails, Kids Kitchen, excellent entertainment and Dorset Food & Drink trademark marquees, as well as dozens of stalls selling delicious food to eat there or take home and create exciting recipes.
SCOUTING T H E ZO O 1 8 - 1 9 M AY
Marwell Zoo are calling all Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Guides, Rainbows and Brownies to join us for the Scouting the Zoo event!
The World’s Largest Sport and Music Festival is back this late May bank holiday, 24th – 26th May 2019, in the beautiful South of England, Bournemouth. Renowned as the sporting Glastonbury, Bournemouth 7s has established a formidable reputation over the past 11 years among sports people and festival goers alike. By day, Rugby, Netball, Hockey, Dodgeball and Volleyball teams compete in a range of elite and social sports tournaments. By night, the Festival offers 15 vibrant themed Festival arenas including the muchloved “Bunker” and 40 live bands and DJs with sing along parties, R’n’B, dance, techno, garage, Hip Hop and house music. BOURNEMOUTH 7S www.bournemouth7s.com
As part of our BRICKOSAURS! event, this year’s Scouting the Zoo will be dinosaur crazy! See a world exclusive display of up to 46 dinosaur and prehistoric sculptures all made from LEGO® bricks. Take part in the BRICKOSAURS! trail to earn your ‘Scouting the zoo’ Dinosaur badge. Meet the dinosaur trainer through the day and find out more about what it takes to look after a Brickosaur.
RESET ON THE BE ACH 0 9 M AY
Reset creates pop-up wellness events incorporating a combination of fitness, treatments, workshops, demos and food. The reset experience aims to inspire and encourage you in order to live your life to the full. The next event includes a flower workshop run by local florist Edwards, hill top yoga, beach circuits, HIIT beach walk session, Reset afternoon tea, SPF/mole walk in advice ‘beach hut’ clinic and a 30 minute treatment.
CHRISTCHURCH
MARWELL ZOO
B R A N KS O M E D E N E C O M M U N I T Y B E AC H R O O M
www.christchurchfoodfest.co.uk
www.marwell.org.uk
www.resetdorset.co.uk
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Dates for your diary CHAMPIONS OF ROCK 1 0 M AY BOURNEMOUTH PAV I L I O N T H E AT R E www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk
L U LW O R T H
29 JUNE
A boutique one-day event at a totally unique location, Noon ’til Moon will make use of a stunning house, and its impeccable grounds, as they invite you to join them at what is set to be one of the social events of the year. Enjoy a high-energy curation of live bands, DJs and alternative entertainment, alongside a high-quality selection of food and drink, spread across multiple lawns, and the house itself, with a selection of carefully curated experiences.
C A S T L E M OTO R
1 2 - 1 4 J U LY
SHOW 1 2 M AY
For the 3rd year running 5000 sun-soaked, music and fun loving Sandfesters will gather on the spectacular blue flag Sandbanks beach to enjoy world class DJs and acts.
L U LW O R T H C A S T L E www.lulworth.com
SPRING TIDE
Following the incredible response and success of the first two events in 2017 & 2018, SandFest returns in 2019 with an even bigger story to tell.
F O O D F E S T I VA L 1 8 - 1 9 M AY
Located on the internationally famous location of Sandbanks, with stunning surroundings and beautiful white beaches, Sandfest 2019 will be the ultimate outdoor beach festival this summer! Thousands of people will enjoy the sounds of the worlds best DJ’s and live acts in an astonishing location complemented with funky food stalls, fully licensed bars and a sumptuous VIP area for 10 glorious hours.
BURTON BR ADSTOCK www.nationaltrust.org.uk/burtonbradstock
FOOD AN D D R I N K F E S T I VA L 1 9 M AY
S A N D B A N KS
RNLI COLLEGE
www.sandbanksfestival.co.uk
www.rnli.org
SEASHORE RAMBLE Picture credit: Matt-Hardy-Photography
NOON ‘TIL MOON
T H E S A N D B A N KS F E S T I VA L
The dress code for the event is ‘Riviera’, your own interpretation of this theme is welcomed. CRANBORNE CHASE www.noontilmoon.com
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2 4 M AY BROWNSEA ISLAND www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ brownsea-island
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Christchurch £2,295,000
Burton £410,000
A rare opportunity to purchase this stunning, four/five double bedroom Georgian property which boasts arguably the best river views in Christchurch. Features include a bespoke Amdega conservatory, Goodwood bathrooms, and elegant reception rooms.
Set in the grounds of a Grade II Listed Georgian Country Manor House with ornamental lake and landscaped gardens, is this two/three bedroom well proportioned and beautifully maintained character cottage, situated in the semi-rural location of Burton.
Queens Park £395,000
Christchurch £340,000
EPC Rating E
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Well-presented two double bedroom detached bungalow situated in a popular residential location of Queens Park close to the golf club and Castle Lane West. The property provides well-proportioned and versatile accommodation.
Three bedroom detached bungalow situated in a popular cul-de-sac location in Mudeford. In need of full modernisation and renovation throughout we believe that this property would make an ideal family home or investment opportunity.
Christchurch £2,100 pcm
Southbourne £795pcm
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Superb three double bedroom, three bathroom town house set over three floors. Situated on a small development just yards from Christchurch Quay and Town Centre. Well-presented throughout with balcony boasting impressive views.
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EPC Rating F
Bright and airy two double bedroom raised ground floor flat situated in Southbourne, close to the beach and a short distance from Christchurch Town Centre. This flat is in a purpose built block and benefits from a large garage and off road parking.
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Ferndown £1,500,000
EPC Rating TBC
A property with the complete wow-factor; the attention to detail is exceptional. Designed with on-trend colours with family living in mind, this house has so much to offer. It is brand-new, offering five bedrooms, one/two reception rooms, an impressive kitchen/dining and family room, and 4.5 bathrooms. The real hub of the house is the extensive open-plan kitchen, dining and relaxing area. Quartz stone surfaces, marble herringbone splash-backs, built-in wine racks and display shelving are just some of the finishing touches which make-up this wellplanned and superbly executed space. All bathrooms and en-suites are of a superior quality, including a free standing bath, stylish sink units, porcelain tiling, low-level LED lighting and underfloor heating (master en-suite). Externally the grounds have been recently landscaped to incorporate secluded patio areas, lawned areas and raised shrub borders. To the front there is a double entrance and carriage driveway. The property is over 4500 sq ft and is located in a quiet cul-de-sac, in a popular residential area. The premier Ferndown Golf Club is just minutes away. An impressive home which simply must be viewed.
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Lilliput, Poole £475,000
EPC Rating E
A superb recently modernised and updated top floor apartment offering two bedrooms, new bathroom, open plan lounge/diner, modern kitchen plus pretty communal gardens, underground parking and external storage area suitable for bikes.
A two bedroom Penthouse apartment with spectacular sea views located on the popular Salterns Marina Complex. Two bathrooms, secure underground parking and passenger lift. Excellent condition throughout with 16' sun balcony.
Ashley Cross £1,250 PCM
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EPC Rating B
A well presented two double bedroom, two bathroom apartment benefiting from sea views from the south facing balcony. The modern open plan kitchen has integrated appliances, and there is secure parking plus storage space. Available Immediately.
Proud Partners of Sandown MercedesBenz Poole
Choice of two holiday lets – 2 unique ground floor apartments with hi-spec open plan kitchen/lounge with integrated units. Private patio area, one allocated parking space. Situated close to the Chine, and yards away from sandy beaches. Available now.
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CLEANING COMPANIES REQUIRED for student houses / accommodation are looking for cleaning companies who have experience cleaning student houses during the busy student turnaround period between the start of August and mid-September. Companies must be able to do full cleans, carpet cleaning and oven/hob cleans on a set pricing structure. Possible high volume of work. For further information contact Joanne Clement on 01202 553377 or joanne@mystudentpod.com
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