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Finding ways to keep active is at the top of many peoples list, so if you are struggling for ideas we have brought you 9 ways to keep active during lockdown! Spending more time in your house might mean you start longing for a change to the interior, we look at ways to brighten up your home with a touch of yellow. Also, it may be a great opportunity to put your time to good use and do that de-cluttering task you have been putting off! Turn to our 7 simple steps to help you get started. If cabin fever is setting in the garden is a great escape, this is good for both the body and mind, follow our guide on how to create a mindfulness corner in your garden.

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INTRO 8

NEWS The latest news stories

TA L K I N G B U S I N E S S 33

RUMSEY OF SANDBANKS Update for Holiday Home Owners

P L AT I N U M S K I E S Where there is darkness let there be Platinum Skies

BOURNESOUTH Excited about your building project but unsure where to start?

HOM E IM PROVEM ENT 47

UNIQUE CONSTRUCTION Experts in all building services

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SOUTHERN SOF TFLOW Hard water problems are easy to solve

CONTENTS APRIL 2020

138 88 F E AT U R E D P R O P E R T Y 68

B A R R AT T H O M E S Could this be the right time to buy a house?

OUTDOOR LIVING 118

VICTORY OAK

R E FO R M E D P L AS T I C S Make the most out of your garden

The Cedar, St Leonards

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INTERIORS 104

FIRE BY DESIGN Did someone say it was spring?

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T H E FE N C I N G C E N T R E Preparing for summer? Why not start nowâ&#x20AC;¦

FOOD & DRINK

A TO U C H O F Y E L LOW

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How to brighten your home for spring

MAKLA Reviewed

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R YA N R I L E Y Recipes

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READ ALL ABOUT IT The latest news stories in your area.

H E A LT H A N D W E L L N E S S

GREEN HOUSE

CHARIT Y AMBASSADOR

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JOINS LEWIS-MANNING

NEW WELLNESS

HOSPICE CARE

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Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has appointed ex councillor and Mayor of Poole Xena Dion as a Charity Ambassador.

On Monday, 2nd March, The Green House Hotel invited local businesses to its awardwinning Arbor restaurant to taste the newly launched breakfast menu, created by internationally renowned nutritionist, Barbara Cox and head chef Andy Hilton.

A familiar face from the local area, Xena Dion, has joined forces with Lewis-Manning Hospice Care as a Charity Ambassador. Xena has agreed to help the team promote the services of Lewis-Manning Hospice Care across East Dorset and get involved with fundraising events and initiatives. Said CEO Clare Gallie, “We are delighted that Xena has agreed to help LewisManning Hospice Care at such a crucial time. She will help us deliver our mission to have a greater impact on individuals living with life limiting illnesses in Poole, Purbeck & East Dorset.” Said Xena Dion, “Myself and my husband, Bryan Dion, are actively involved in our local community and I am passionate about health and health care, particularly in helping people get the specialist or most appropriate care required.

The morning started with attendees enjoying a talk from Barbara about how to fuel your day with the correct foods, she discussed the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet and how choosing this diet can help the body fight illnesses and prevent more serious conditions. Guests then had a delicious buffet style breakfast including, homemade spelt and quinoa croissants, overnight oats with blueberries and raspberries, paleo granola and fresh fruit platters.

“I recently joined the Council of Governors for Dorset Health Care who act as their ‘critical friend’ as they work to provide the wide range and high quality services across Dorset and I’m looking forward to seeing Lewis-Manning Hospice Care grow, expand and deliver their new services in the years ahead for our local area.”

DORSET BUSINESS ANGELS VI RTUAL I NVESTO R PITC H ES L AUNCHED Dorset Business Angels (DBA) April pitch event has been relaunched as a virtual pitch platform which will enable 5 businesses the opportunity to continue to seek investment from the business angels. DBA Chairman Don McQueen said, “Despite the current Coronavirus pandemic and the extremely challenging times that we are experiencing, we have decided to carry on with our pitch event. We had initially considered cancelling the quarterly pitches but it became very evident that the businesses involved were very keen for it to continue. The DBA investors and our partners feel that it is our duty in the current climate to reach out to businesses, help out with funding, provide inspiration, mentoring and much needed enthusiasm and commitment.” The 5 pitching businesses will upload their presentations to a DBA Members’ hub online. Angels will be able to submit questions to the entrepreneurs and register interest, where appropriate. DBA was formed in 2013 with the aim to bring investors and entrepreneurs together to accelerate the growth of early stage businesses. DBA provides quality, private equity investment opportunities to local high net worth (HNW) and sophisticated investors (SI).

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M A N U FA C T U R I N G

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C O M PA N I E S

NEW SHOWROOM

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The team at Spectrum Premier Homes launched their brand new show home down at Victory Oak in St Leonards on Saturday 29th February.

TO D ISC U S S INDUSTRY Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants, QuoStar, and NatWest Bank held their inaugural Manufacturer’s Forum dinner in Wimborne, Dorset on 4th March. The dinner was chaired by Dr John Knowles, former Managing Director and Chairman of DEK – now ASM Assembly Systems, a world leading manufacturer of capital equipment for the electronic assembly industry. The evening saw Dorset manufacturing business owners, from a variety of sectors, come together to discuss the issues and challenges facing their respective industries. Local leaders from industries ranging from precision engineering, to food & drink, shared their thoughts and experiences in an open forum. Discussions covered a broad range of concerns and issues affecting their companies and the local region

S PRI N G C LE AN TO HELP THE HOSPICE Whilst businesses, schools, educational centres and entertainment places are closed and most of us are self-isolating, Lewis-Manning Hospice Care are asking the good people of Dorset to Spring clean their homes and donate any hidden gems to their charity shops when it is safe to do so again. You will be making a real difference to your community during this difficult time. Lewis-Manning Hospice Care are urging anyone to combat the boredom at home, get the kids involved and make it a fun task to have a spring sort out ready to donate your good quality, pre-loved items to your nearest Lewis-Manning Hospice Care charity shop. Addresses for the shops can be found on their website by visiting, lewis-manning.co.uk/shops/. If you have large furniture items that need collecting please call 01202 760574 to arrange this at a safe and convenient time. Clare Gallie CEO of Lewis-Manning Hospice Care said, “We’re inviting you all to help us by Spring cleaning your homes, garages and outbuildings and find us high quality items you now longer need that we can sell in our hospice shops across the county.”

Andrew Morton Sales Consultant on site comments ‘It was a great success with two sales achieved on the day and further in the pipeline emphasising the market is certainly picking up. We were very fortunate with the weather too, beautiful blue skies in-between the odd shower!’ Spectrum Premier Homes were showcasing their final phase of contemporary 3 & 4 bedroom homes set within a peaceful location on the edge of Hurn Forest. Goodie bags and cupcakes were handed out on the day which went down well with the customers. There was also a guided tour of the surrounding Forest held by a local Dorset Ranger. The new sales suite and show home is open Thurs-Mon 10am-5pm - book your viewing today, call 01202 946 900.

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The team at Churchfield are delighted to welcome and introduce to you our newest team member, Jessica Gale. Jessica has been working in the property industry for over 5 years and has a wealth of experience and knowledge within the sector.

Burns Hamilton give us an update on how their business is dealing with the current situation; “As I sit and write this (March 23rd 2020), it is fair to say the world we are currently living in is very different to the one we are used to as this brutal Pandemic has meant the way we live our lives has dramatically changed, maybe forever.

As Property Manager, Jess is heading up property inspections, maintenance and ensuring our properties are maintained to meet current safety standards. With this in mind, Jess is already starting to make preparations in readiness for the introduction of ‘Mandatory five-year electrical safety checks’. From Summer 2020, this new legislation will result in all new private tenancies in England requiring landlords to ensure that electrical installations are inspected and tested by a qualified person before the tenancy begins. The landlord will then need to ensure that the installation is inspected and tested at least every five years – and more often if the most recent safety report requires it. For existing tenancies, an electrical safety test will need to be carried out by the Spring of 2021. With Jess’s friendly and professional approach to her work, she has already become a very valued member of the team and we are so very pleased to have her working as part of what is already a fabulous group of property professionals delivering the best customer experience to all of our clients. Churchfield let and manage a sizeable portfolio in and around Bournemouth, if you have a property to rent call Churchfield to book a free no obligation appraisal of your property. Call 01202 779911 or email admin@churchfield.uk.com

C H RISTC H U RC H BASED BRITISH FIRES WINS PRESTIGIOUS I N D U ST RY AWA R D British Fires took their latest product, the New Forest electric fire (pictured) to New Orleans in the USA last month and won the prestigious industry award for “The Art of Fire” at the American fireplace show for their stunning new flame, log effect fuel bed and innovative heat outlet design. Michael Athay, Sales & Marketing Director said “It is not only a great achievement for us as a company but also for flying the flag for the UK in a highly competitive US market. This was our first time displaying our products in the USA and as you can imagine we are extremely proud to bring home this award”. You can see the award winning New Forest fire in the Superior Fires showroom (Unit 9 Avon Trading Park BH23 2BT).

“It is understandable that many of us are feeling anxious and concerned as to how our day to day lives will be effected, especially as many of us are selfisolating and practising social distancing. Businesses across the world will be greatly affected, but modern technology has given us the opportunity to continue to work under these conditions. “Thankfully Burns Hamilton have all the systems in place to continue our business in much the same way as before. We have internet based phone systems and state of the art software that allows us to work remotely from home, meaning we can still provide a comprehensive service to all of our clients. If a client needs to contact us, they can call the same number or email us in the same way as before and we are here to help. “We have had a spike in enquiries from applicants requesting video tours of the properties we are marketing and where possible we are more than happy to oblige. If clients are nervous about us entering their homes, and rightly so, we can provide virtual valuations through video call platforms such as Skype or FaceTime. The same practices applies to our block management department. Burns Hamilton are one of the largest Property Management (Block & Estate Management) companies on the south coast. Our highly skilled team of Property Managers are set up to conduct management meetings remotely through conference calls and virtual video meetings. “The coming weeks and months are going to define our industry. We have the infrastructure in place to adapt to these changes as they hit us and we are here to serve your property needs. If you have any property related queries, please contact us in the followings ways: • Block & Estate Management: 01202 391663 admin@burnshamilton.co.uk • Sales & Lettings: 01202 553335 hello@burnshamilton.co.uk • Property Management: 01202 310277 hello@burnshamilton.co.uk

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Generous ticket holders have donated more than £8,000 to Lighthouse since Poole’s centre for the arts closed its doors in line with the country-wide closure of venues and other measures to stop the spread on COVID-19. As efforts continue to reschedule shows that have been postponed or cancelled Lighthouse is contacting ticket holders who are able to choose between a full refund, a credit note or to donate all or some of the cost of their tickets to the venue. Of the first 500 customers to reply to the email they received, 116 offered a full donation and a further 84 offered to split a donation with a refund or credit note. Ticket holders do not need to contact Lighthouse, all will be contacted in due course by the venue. Lighthouse phone lines will remain closed until further notice.

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N O M I N AT I O N S A N D E N T R I E S N O W O P E N FO R T H E S U C C ES S F U L WO M EN AWA R D S Over 100 women from across the South West attended the 2020 Successful Women Annual Conference and Awards Launch which took place on Thursday 5th March to celebrate International Women’s Day. In its third year, the one-day event took place at George Albert Hotel & Spa on the Somerset/Dorset border, and showcased inspirational speakers from across the UK. The event incorporated this year’s International Women’s Day theme of #eachforequal, aimed at challenging stereotypes, fighting bias, broadening perceptions, improving situations and

celebrating women’s achievements. It marked the launch of the third 2020 Successful Women Awards which aims to recognise the important and inspirational achievements of women in business across the South West. Entries and nominations are officially now open, and categories include new business, creativity, public speaking and independent food and drink. Head over to www.swibawards.com to enter or nominate.

Dorset based Barker, the largest domestic laundry in the UK and a leading specialists Dry Cleaner, is promoting its contactless dry cleaning and laundry services and advises its clients that effective laundering and dry cleaning will help to kill Coronavirus germs. MD Matthew Barker said, “We already provide a private laundry service across Greater London and southern England to approximately 3,500 customers, providing a weekly collection and delivery laundry service. In the current Coronavirus pandemic we have decided to extend our collection and delivery services. Maintaining a clean environment is more important than ever to protect our health and we urge clients and potential clients to use our services to help eliminate the risk of catching and spreading COVID -19. “There is much ongoing research currently being undertaken to establish the temperature at which the virus is killed, albeit this is currently undetermined. In our dry cleaning process and our ‘fully finished’ laundry service process we subject fabrics to way in excess of 60 degrees celsius and are confident that these temperatures are sufficient to kill the virus. Our service washes, however, are at lower temperatures.” Anyone wishing to enquire about prices and further details on how to book a laundry or dry cleaning collection slot is advised to contact the Barker Group on Tel: 01202 291295 or email sales@barkergroup.info

The closing date for nominations is Monday 13th April 2020 and the closing date for applications is Friday 17th April 2020.

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BRANKSOME PARK £395,000

BOURNEMOUTH £750,000

An incredibly bright and very spacious three bedroom first floor apartment situated just a short level walk from the popular shops, bars and restaurants in Westbourne whilst also being close to the award winning beaches of Branksome & Alum Chine.

A truly exceptional family home situated in a superb position just a short walk away from the beach, close to local amenities and good transport links. From the outside the house presents brilliantly as a gated character residence whilst the inside offers a bright contemporary feel set over three floors with a good size rear garden.

BRANKSOME PARK £225,000 ALUM CHINEcurrently £920,000 garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property has very high ceilings and brick parapets

A bright and spacious two bedroom ground floor apartment set just a short level A beautiful character detached residence situated in the heart of Alum Chine which surrounding the roof which has good storage space. walk from the shops, bars and restaurants in Westbourne whilst the beach and good boasts award winning beaches whilst also being a short walk to the popular shops, transport links are also nearby. The property is offered with vacant possession and bars and restaurants in Westbourne. The house offers incredibly bright and spacious Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden | hall | drawing room | dining room |throughout wine cellarwith | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum over six benefi ts from a modern kitchen, good storage,room a South facing balcony and |astudio garage.complexaccommodation many original features alongside a good size| rear garden and ample off road parking to the front. acres of land Ground floor | Two double bedrooms | Two reception rooms | Modern kitchen | Shower room and separate wc | South facing balcony | Garage

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CANFORD CLIFFS AVENUE £1,095,000

LOWER PARKSTONE, £685,000

An immaculately presented family home within walking distance to Parkstone Golf Club. The property benefits from a recently fitted “Harvey Jones” hand painted kitchen.

A detached family home situated in a desirable avenue in the heart of Lower Parkstone. The property benefits from a large entrance hall, dual aspect lounge/dining room with access to a level landscaped south facing rear garden.

4/5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Electric Gates and off road parking

3 Bedrooms | South facing rear garden | Garage and off road parking

LOWER PARKSTONE, £600,000

LOWER PARKSTONE, £585,000

A charming character detached bungalow set in a sought after crescent in the heart of Lower Parkstone, coming to the open market for the first time in over 35 years.

A recently re-modelled and refurbished detached family home in a popular residential road in Lower Parkstone being just a very short walk to Ashley Cross Village and Parkstone train station. Off road parking. Vendor suited.

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception Rooms | Garage and off road parking

3/4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Open plan living

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

LOWER PARKSTONE, surrounding the roof which has £350,000 good storage space.

PARKSTONE, OIEO £335,000

A well-presented penthouse apartment situated in a desirable location, benefitting A well-presented, modern detached family home offering spacious and versatile living Four | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | beyond. drawingThe room | studio complexaccommodation | dining room | and wineis cellar | integrated garaging small walking lake arboretum | over from bedrooms stunning views over Poole Harbour and the Purbecks property situated in a popular location |within distance to localsix comprises two double bedrooms, a spacious dual aspect lounge dining room, open plan shops. The property is positioned on a quiet corner plot with the benefit or a large wrap acres of land newly fitted kitchen and en-suite to master bedroom. around garden. 2 Bedrooms | South/West facing terrace | Garage

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LITTLEDOWN DRIVE £725,000

WILDOWN ROAD £750,000

This characterful detached residence is situated in a popular residential area and is currently arranged as two flats. This property benefits from ample off road parking, a large rear garden, balcony on the first floor, double garage and further outbuildings. The property offers an opportunity to either restore this detached residence back into a large family home or keep in its current set up as a potential home with income or allow for numerous generations to live with their own separate space/annexe.

A spacious six bedroom family home in a sought-after area of Hengistbury Head. The property boasts a secluded rear garden, off road parking, garage and far reaching views from its bedrooms on the second floor across towards Christchurch & Hengistbury Head.

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

WHEATON £350,000 HONEYCOMBE broadly PalladianROAD in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking theBEACH gardens. It£350,000 was extended in 1978 to include a

A contemporary three-bedroom, family home with fantastic kitchen, family and dining A must view! This stunning two double bedroom two bathroom sea view apartment garden room the andwhole a large studio a workshop and dark room . The property hasBeach verydevelopment. high ceilings brick parapets room occupying of the groundcomplex floor. Set including near the wonderful Kings Park situated in the popularcurrently Honeycombe Theand apartment is situated on with its walks, children’s play areas, skate park, cricket club and AFC Bournemouth. the fifth floor which is accessed via a lift or stairs through well-presented stairwells. This surrounding the roof which has good storage space. The house is located within catchment of popular primary schools St James Academy is a perfect property for first time buyers/ investors or even as a holiday home. and Avonwood with both Avonbourne Boys and Girls secondary schools also in a short Seadining Views room | En-suite | Allocated | No| small Forward Chain | Concierge Service Four bedrooms four bathrooms | wine cellar |Underground integrated Parking garaging lake arboretum | over six walking distance |across Kings Park. | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex| |Close to local beach and shops | Two Double Bedrooms | Juliet Balcony

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TALBOT WOODS | £1,150,000 A substantial detached character home located on a private, sunny aspect plot situated in the sought after Talbot Woods location. Featuring in excess of 4000 sq ft of accommodation and benefitting from five/six bedrooms, six bath/shower rooms, three reception rooms and a heated swimming pool.

BOURNEMOUTH | OIEO £550,000

LITTLEDOWN | £650,000

A substantial four bedroom detached character house located in a premier residential and school catchment location. Benefitting from two large reception rooms, luxury kitchen, detached garage and a spacious sunny aspect rear garden.

A substantial five bedroom chalet bungalow offering generous and flexible living accommodation. Located in a premier residential location within easy reach of Bournemouth town centre and main transport links. Three bath/shower rooms, two reception rooms, detached garage and ample off road parking.

DEAN PARK | £260,000

MEYRICK PARK | £230,000

BOURNEMOUTH | OIEO £230,000

A spacious three bedroom second floor apartment located in the sought after dean park location within easy reach of town centre and main transport links. Opportunity for further updating and modernisation. Balcony. Secure underground parking. Share of freehold. Lift. No forward chain.

A beautifully presented apartment situated within a popular location less than a mile from the town centre. Offering two double bedrooms, re-fitted bathroom and wc, living/ dining room, modern kitchen, southerly balcony and secure underground parking.

Large private garden - a beautifully presented character apartment situated in a popular and convenient location moments from Winton recreation ground. Offering two double bedrooms, modern bathroom, kitchen/breakfast room and living room with open fire.

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

THROOP VILLAGE | £650,000 A stunning four bedroom detached home located in the picturesque Throop Village location. Featuring two reception rooms, high specification fitted kitchen, conservatory and two luxury bath/shower rooms. Conservatory. Double garage.

WESTBOURNE | £445,000

WEST CLIFF | £435,000

An impressive three double bedroom modern townhouse located in a premier location within easy reach of Westbourne and Bournemouth town centre. Finished to a high specification throughout benefits include two luxury bath/shower rooms, covered parking and a private rear garden.

An impressive three double bedroom top floor apartment situated in a beautiful character residence within the sought after west cliff location only a moments walk to the cliff top and award winning sandy beaches. Benefitting from two bath/shower rooms, share of freehold and allocated parking.

DEAN PARK | £240,000

BOURNEMOUTH | £425,000

TOWN CENTRE | £400,000

A spacious two double bedroom, two bath/shower room ground floor apartment located only a moments walk to Bournemouth town centre and the award winning sandy beaches. Benefitting from a kitchen/dining room and garage in block. Long lease. No forward chain.

A superbly presented four/five bedroom detached character house located in a sought after residential location within easy reach of Bournemouth Town Centre and main transport links. The property benefits from a spacious kitchen/breakfast room, ground floor shower room and two reception rooms. Further features include a private rear garden and off road parking.

A superbly presented three bedroom, two bath/shower room second floor apartment located in a landmark development in the heart of Bournemouth town centre. Situated only a moments walk to the award winning sandy beaches and beautiful Bournemouth gardens. Porter service. No forward chain.

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

HIGHTOWN | £699,500 A stunning fully refurbished detached family home with flexible and generous accommodation in excess of 2200 sq. feet. Four/five bedrooms with three bathrooms, open plan living at its very best with bi fold doors into the garden and views to the rear.

RINGWOOD | OIEO £575,000

ST IVES | OIEO £550,000

A deceptively spacious four bedroom detached chalet style home, refurbished to a high standard by the current owners. Within walking distance to town and schools. Private and secluded rear garden with hot tub and summer house. Ample driveway parking and a garage.

A spacious five bedroom chalet style bungalow set within a private plot of approximately ¼ of an acre. Versatile accommodation in excess of 1800 sq. feet with three reception rooms in a great location for families within walking distance to the highly regarded St Ives Infant School.

RINGWOOD | £485,000

ST. IVES | £395,000

HIGHTOWN | £399,950

A stylish and characterful detached Edwardian house presented in excellent condition and offering spacious family accommodation with three double bedrooms, en-suite to master and a lovely private rear garden.

A beautifully appointed two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with its own private balcony, being part of the luxurious St Ives House complex in Ashley Heath. Wonderful communal facilities. Stunning apartment. NO CHAIN.

A three bedroom semi-detached house situated in a most sought after location, within Ringwood school catchments. Newly constructed in 2018 with part building guarantee remaining. Open plan kitchen/dining/lounge. Off road parking for two cars, garage and large enclosed rear garden.

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

ST LEONARDS | G.P. £650,000 A four bedroom modern bungalow with the remainder of its builders guarantee constructed to a high specification and set within an exclusive small development. In excess of 1600 sq. ft. of accommodation, two en-suites, dual aspect sitting/ dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility. Established private gardens, garage, off road parking. Vendor suited.

POULNER | £575,000

RINGWOOD | OIEO £500,000

A sizeable three bedroom detached chalet bungalow of over 1700 sq. ft. of accommodation. Two first floor bedrooms with en-suites, open plan kitchen/dining room, utility, sitting room, bathroom. Great location close to schools and lakeside walks. Driveway parking, carport and well enclosed gardens. NO ONWARD CHAIN

Full of character, extended 1920s house backing directly onto the Kingfisher Lakes with fabulous views and an open outlook to the rear. Ideally located for families and generous accommodation with three double bedrooms and lovely open plan live in kitchen / family room.

ST IVES | £450,000

POULNER | £349,950

VERWOOD | G.P. £285,000

Modern and very well presented three bedroom bungalow situated within a quiet cul-de-sac with private gardens. Beautifully presented throughout with lounge/dining room and kitchen/ breakfast room. NO ONWARD CHAIN.

A spacious three bedroom semi-detached house set within a quiet location close to local schools and amenities. Potential to extend (stpp) with private rear garden. Driveway parking and garage.

Walking distance to town centre, popular location with a lightly wooded outlook. Re-fitted kitchen/breakfast room in 2019, good size sitting room, two double bedrooms, en-suite, family bathroom. Three parking spaces and well enclosed rear garden.

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

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LONE PINE DRIVE | £1,250,000 This re-modelled, substantially enlarged and superbly modernised four double bedroom, two en-suite shower room, two en-suite bathroom, four reception room detached family home has an immaculately kept 100ft west facing rear garden, a front driveway providing generous off-road parking and integral double garage. This beautiful home occupies a good sized corner plot measuring in excess of 1/3 of an acre whilst enjoying arguably, one of Ferndown’s most sought after locations within 150 metres of the heathland.

CARROLL AVENUE | £1,000,000

ALDRIDGE ROAD | £867,500

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £800,000

This beautifully finished and extremely spacious five bedroom, one bathroom, three en-suite detached bungalow has a private 80ft south facing rear garden, double garage and a gated entrance. Tucked away in arguably one of Ferndown’s most sought after locations, conveniently situated within 600 metres of Ferndown town centre.

This substantial and most attractive ‘Mock Tudor’ style four double bedroom, four reception room, two en-suite, one bathroom detached family home is over 3,000 sq ft, has a triple garage complex with a sauna, a heated swimming pool and a 95ft mature secluded rear garden. Sitting proudly on a private plot measuring in excess of 0.4 of an acre and enjoying a peaceful cul-de-sac within one of Ferndown’s most sought after locations.

This well-presented and superbly positioned three double bedroom, two bathroom, two/three reception room detached bungalow has a beautifully manicured 125ft southerly facing garden, a double garage and generous offroad parking for several vehicles. Sitting proudly on a large plot measuring approximately 1/3 of an acre, at the end of a sought after cul-de-sac in arguably one of Ferndown’s most desirable locations.

FERNDOWN | £765,000

LONE PINE DRIVE | £735,000

WEST PARLEY | £575,000

An immaculately presented and impressive four double bedroom, three bathroom detached family home with a double garage and off-road parking for several vehicles. Situated in one of Ferndown’s most sought after locations, yet conveniently close to the town centre.

This well-maintained and superbly positioned four bedroom detached chalet bungalow sits proudly on a large and private plot which measures in excess of ¾ of an acre, whilst tucked away at the end of a ‘no through’ road adjoining Ferndown common. Offered with no onward chain.

This recently modernised and deceptively spacious four double bedroom, one bathroom, two en-suite detached family home has a 60ft private south facing rear garden, single garage and generous offroad parking. Tucked away in a convenient and popular location within the heart of West Parley.

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £500,000 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. Private road in a convenient location.

01202 890890 | ferndown@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 390 Ringwood Road, Ferndown

DUDSBURY ROAD | £1,100,000 This beautifully finished and exceptionally spacious six bedroom, one bathroom, three en-suite shower room, three storey family home has a 55ft private and west facing rear garden, integral double garage and generous off-road parking for several vehicles. Situated in one of West Parleys premier roads.

DUDSBURY AVENUE | £950,000

WEST MOORS | £850,000

WEST PARLEY | £389,950

This beautifully maintained and extremely spacious five bedroom, one bathroom, three shower room, four reception room detached 1920’s family home has a 27ft conservatory and a detached double garage complex with adjoining hobby room and home office. Sitting proudly on a large and private plot measuring approximately ½ an acre, whilst enjoying a sought after and convenient location within easy access of Ferndown’s town centre and Ferndown’s Championship Golf Course.

This extremely spacious and modernised six bedroom, one bathroom, three en-suite shower room, three reception room executive family home has a studio/treatment room, a swimming pool complex with a 24ft heated swimming pool and changing rooms, 90ft private west facing rear garden, double garage and an in and out driveway providing generous off-road parking.

This well-maintained and generous sized three double bedroom detached bungalow has a 70ft private west facing rear garden, one and a half car garage and driveway providing generous off-road parking. Situated in a popular and convenient location within West Parley.

FERNDOWN | £475,000

WEST PARLEY | £525,000

FERNDOWN | £500,000

WEST MOORS | £500,000

This extended and modernised three double bedroom, one bathroom, one en-suite shower room detached bungalow has a secluded 120ft x 100ft (max measurements) rear garden, a single garage and generous off-road parking. Situated on a large corner plot measuring ¼ of an acre. The property comes to the market offered with no onward chain.

This newly constructed and superbly appointed four double bedroom, one bathroom, one en-suite shower room, one en-suite cloakroom detached and versatile home is over 1,500 sq ft, has an approximately 130ft landscaped and secluded west facing rear garden and generous off-road parking. Situated within a delightful semi-rural location in West Parley.

A deceptively spacious three bedroom, two bathroom detached bungalow which would benefit from modernisation, enjoying a private south west facing garden, a garage and off-road parking. Situated in a sought after location and offered with no onward chain.

This superbly positioned and beautifully finished three double bedroom, one bathroom, one en-suite brand new detached bungalow has a 40ft private rear garden and generous off-road parking. Situated in a sought after tree-lined road, conveniently located approximately 350 metres from the village centre of West Moors.

01202 890890 | ferndown@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com | 390 Ringwood Road, Ferndown

LOWER PARKSTONE | £425,000 NEW INSTRUCTION

POOLE | OFFERS OVER £390,000 SOLE AGENT

An immaculate brand new 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, semi-detached home, available on the Help to Buy scheme, offering contemporary accommodation set over three floors. This lovely home benefits from a generous open plan kitchen/dining/living room with bi-fold doors opening onto the 50ft rear garden.

An extended, remodelled and well presented 3 double bedroom detached home, offering 2 reception rooms and a superb open plan kitchen/family/dining room, opening onto a secluded rear garden. This lovely home is set in a cul-de-sac location, within 320 metres of local shops in Ashley Road.

HAMWORTHY | £350,000 NEW INSTRUCTION Outstanding harbour views are enjoyed from this recently refurbished two bedroom top floor (second) apartment with southerly balcony. The contemporary lounge/kitchen/ breakfast room has been completely refitted Doors afford superb views and lead to the balcony which overlooks the marina with the harbour beyond.

LYTCHETT MATRAVERS | £440,000

PARKSTONE | £490,000

A charming 4 bedroom, 2 reception room, 2 bathroom detached family home set on a quiet housing development on the edge of Lytchett Matravers and backing onto rolling countryside. The property also benefits from a lovely kitchen/ dining room, garage, off road parking for 2/3 cars.

An exceptionally well presented 3 double bedroom chalet style home with a delightful 100ft rear garden. The home has a generous lounge/dining room, well equipped kitchen, modern ground floor bathroom, and en-suite to master, along with a garage.

CANFORD CLIFFS | £425,000 SOLE AGENT

LILLIPUT | £679,950

LILLIPUT | £2,450,000 SOLE AGENT

A spacious 3 double bedroom, 1st floor apartment with a generous dual aspect south facing lounge which has a light and airy feel and access to the south facing balcony. The property overlooks Canford Cliffs Chine from where a path leads down to the beach just 400m away.

NO FOWARD CHAIN. An immaculate and deceptively spacious 3 double bedroom, 3 bathroom extended chalet house set on a corner plot with a conservatory, garage and a garden that sweeps around the rear and side of the property. The property also has the use of private grounds, less than 100 metres away.

Rarely available with panoramic harbour and tree top views in this hillside location is this spectacular detached contemporary home. The specification is truly of the highest grade, having been completely remodelled and fitted by the present owners for their own occupation. Simply stunning.

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

HEARNES CONTINUE TO LEAD THE WAY! This is yet another indicator that the “online only“ agents are still no competition for the best “full-service“ agents. The only way of being confident that you are getting the best offer on your property is to ensure that it has been marketed fully. Hearnes are the agent that uses prodigious levels of newspaper and magazine advertising, prominent feature properties on the Internet, top quality photography and brochures combined with high levels of quality staff, ensuring the best possible customer experience. As a company Hearnes take almost 9 times as many pages of advertising than the average agent and more than double our nearest competitor. The results show that Hearnes’ traditional methods of marketing combined with modern technology and IT still provide the best results. Contact your local office to see how we can help you!

In a year which has seen various online agents go into administration and the largest “online only” agent increase their fees by 11% to try to reduce their losses (which rose to £56m) it is the High Street agents that continue to serve the local community best. In this area Hearnes are the agent that has once again quietly outsold every agent in the BH postcode area according to independent Rightmove figures for 2019. Hearnes have increased their leading margin over their nearest competitor from 94 in 2018, to 160 agreed sales, notwithstanding the fact their competitor has twice as many offices. Hearnes have also increased their overall market share once again.

RING OR EMAIL YOUR LOCAL OFFICE FOR A FREE VALUATION AND TO FIND OUT HOW HEARNES CAN BENEFIT YOU! NUMBER OF SALES:

1000

Hearnes (5 branches) 820 Agent 2 (10 branches) 660 Agent 3 (7 branches) 320

800

Agent 4 (3 branches) 253 Agent 5 (5 branches) 250 Agent 6 (3 branches) 237

600

Agent 7 (5 branches) 208 Agent 8 (5 branches) 198 Agent 9 (4 branches) 170

161

Agent 10

Agent 8 198

Agent 7 208

Agent 6 237

Agent 5 250

Agent 4 253

Agent 3 320

Agent 2 660

Hearnes – 820

200

Agent 9 170

Agent 10 (3 branches) 161

400

BOURNEMOUTH | 01202 317317 bournemouth@hearnes.com

FERNDOWN | 01202 890890 ferndown@hearnes.com

POOLE | 01202 377377 poole@hearnes.com

WIMBORNE | 01202 842922 wimborne@hearnes.com

RINGWOOD | 01425 489955 ringwood@hearnes.com

VISIT | www.hearnes.com

Variable Independent Statistics. Including all BH postcode areas except for parts BH23, BH19 & BH20. Including top 10 positions by number of Sales Agreed for the whole of 2019 up to December 31st for agents with more than 3 branches/territories.

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H O L I DAY H O M E O W N E R S H I P | TA L K I N G B U S I N E S S

Budget 2020; Update for Holiday Home Owners Not much change but one big giveaway

Capital Gains Tax

I think we can all agree that this was a

Provided you meet the minimum letting

budget like no other, particularly as it was

criteria (available for 210 days and actually

rate they pay at. In addition all expenditure

preceded by a big cut in interest bringing

let for 105), and have been operating

on items for your holiday home qualifies for

the rate down to nearly zero.

for 2 years, capital gains tax is reduced

full tax relief.

from 28% to 10% through entrepreneurs’ For both us as an agency and our owners the

relief. What did change is that the lifetime

Mortgage Interest Relief

next few months are going to be something

limit for entrepreneurs relief has been

The very substantial changes announced in

we have never experienced before. At the

reduced from £10million to £1million.

the emergency budget of 2015 have quietly

time of writing (appropriately Friday 13th

That’s the value of the gain not the tax so

been phased in with relief effectively halved

March) we have gained more than we have

if you have sold a business in your life it’s

for higher rate taxpayers after the end of

lost as we’ve had a surge in bookings due

not that hard to exceed the limit. If you do

this tax year. Surely the policy wonks who

to people not travelling abroad and almost

exceed the threshold you pay the rest at

came up with this have been awarded

no cancellations. Clearly this is about to

20% so there’s still a benefit.

knighthoods by now?! It’s an aggressive

change and we have been discussing

measure that crosses a red line in that it’s

strategy but it’s a bit difficult to plan when

Retrospective

Relief

mention

possible to be liable for tax on profit that you

you have no idea what is going to happen.

so our assumption is that under the

haven’t made, will have a very substantial

right

months

effect on some portfolios making them loss

One Big Giveaway

entrepreneurs’ relief would apply to the

making yet is arriving with almost no fuss or

Most of the relevant tax rules remained

whole gain on a property, even if it had

protest. For most landlords the effect will

unchanged but the Chancellor started with

been just a second home for many years.

be an irritating tax increase rather than a

circumstances

after

No 24

the news that he would be extending small

catastrophe but you need to work out what

business rate relief to cover many more

Capital Allowances

the change will mean for you. Thankfully

businesses. Happily we are one of them but

The already substantial annual investment

holiday lets remain exempt from this

the real kicker is those that already qualify

allowance of £200k was raised to £1m in

measure so qualifying properties continue

for 100% relief will get a grant of £3,000.

the previous budget extended through to

to get full mortgage interest relief.

Most holiday homes are in this category

the end of 2020. Clearly this is something

and pay no council tax so it appears that all

for big business and capital allowances

It’s going to be a bumpy ride for the next

of our owners will be getting a windfall. This

for holiday home owners are effectively

few months but I believe in the long term

may seem too good to be true but I have

unlimited. This a particularly great benefit

UK holidays in general and quality self

scoured the small print in the full budget

for those starting to holiday let a second

catering in particular are set to benefit.

document and seen confirmation from

home who can often write down £50k or

tax experts - there is nothing to exempt

more of fixtures and fittings making their

Simon Tolson owns Rumsey of Sandbanks,

furnished holiday lets.

first £50k of profit tax free regardless of the

a holiday letting agency.

E V E R Y T H I N G F O R T H E H O L I D AY H O M E O W N E R IN SANDBANKS & SURROUNDING AREAS Let us take care of all the work so you can enjoy your holiday home and take advantage of the significant tax benefits of running it as a furnished holiday let business.

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T H E I M P O R TA N C E OF BIOPHILIC DESIGN FOR WELLBEING! What is Biophilic Design or Biophilia I hear you ask?

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Take your Rolex Submariner you paid £6,500 new. The next day this could appreciate to £12,000 on the second-hand market.

This is so true in today’s busy digitally connected world where it is all too easy to go from day to day without once embracing the wonderful senses that are packed into the natural world.

Typical Home insurance policies operate on a “New for Old’’ basis so, using the example above; following a theft/loss, a standard policy tends to: • Provide a similar new model (worth £6,500) • Provide you with a cash or voucher settlement (minus the discount they receive from the retailer) leaving you closer to £5,200

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Hamworthy | 01202 744944

Guide Price £850,000

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are delighted to offer this three bed farm house. Lake Farm is in the very desirable area of Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset, just a stone’s throw away from the sea. Poole Town Centre is a few minutes away by road from the Hamworthy Peninsula, where you’ll find Poole mainline station, with a regular service to London Waterloo and south to Weymouth. This beautiful three bedroom Georgian character property retains many of its original features and has lots to offer. Viewing is highly recommended.

Talbot Woods | 01202 555550

Guide Price £850,000

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards bring this elegant Edwardian detached family home in Talbot Woods to the market. With stunning oasis like private gardens, beautifully restored features throughout, wonderful flexible accommodation, six double bedrooms, two bathrooms this property has plenty to offer. There is also a stylish fitted kitchen / breakfast room, utility room and loggia, and extensive parking and garage.

Wimborne | 01202 842842

Ferndown | 01202 855595

OIEO £730,000

Asking price £600,000

This detached family home offers deceptively spacious and versatile accommodation including 4/5 bedrooms, generous lounge/dining room, large kitchen/breakfast room as well as potential for a self contained annexe at lower ground level. A large secluded garden, garage and parking complete the picture!

Enjoying a peaceful premier cul de sac location, in this prestigious area of Ferndown, is this striking 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 reception room, detached house with a double garage. This beautiful home has recently been modernised to an exceptionally high standard and must be viewed!

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West Cliff | 01202 555550

Guide Price £600,000

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are pleased to bring to the market this stunning four bedroom house in the great location of Westcliff, just a stone’s throw away from Bournemouth’s award winning beaches. The Coach House is beautifully presented throughout with an extensive garden and front driveway. Viewing is highly recommended.

West Parley | 01202 855595

Guide Price £575,000

A quiet tucked away position, wonderful south facing garden and plenty of parking, are just a few features of this truly exceptional detached chalet home that offers spacious and flexible accommodation. Simply stunning home recently modernised & thoughtfully Extended.

4 Generous Double Bedrooms Set Over 2 Floors | Three Sleek Contemporary Style Bath/Shower Rooms (two being en-suite) | Fantastic Open Plan Kitchen Living Room With Bi-Fold Doors To Garden | Gorgeous High Quality Fitted Kitchen/Breakfast Area | Stainless Steel Neff Oven & Hob With Kenwood Dishwasher & Wine Cooler | Lovely Comfortable Living Room & Feature Fire | Separate Utility Room | EPC D

Ferndown | 01202 855595

Wimborne | 01202 842842

OIRO £550,000

A well presented and deceptively spacious detached chalet style house enjoying a highly sought-after and convenient non-estate location in Ferndown. The excellent accommodation briefly comprises of four double bedrooms, three bathrooms and three reception rooms plus there is an integral double garage. Deceptively spacious chalet-style home | Versatile accommodation | L shaped lounge/ diner | Modern kitchen breakfast room | Two reception rooms plus a study/bedroom | Downstairs shower room | Four first floor bedrooms | En-suite bathroom and family shower room | Attached double garage | Potential to create an annexe, if required | EPC D

OIEO £475,000

This well proportioned detached family home is located on the fringes of Wimborne town with open countryside walks nearby. Accommodation includes four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two receptions and a conservatory as well as kitchen, utility and garage. A semi-rural location with local amenities and schools within easy reach. Detached family home | Four bedrooms | Lounge/dining room | Modern kitchen/ breakfast | Separate utility | Conservatory | Garage and driveway parking | Gardens to front and rear | Quiet-semi-rural location | EPC D

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Verwood | 01202 829777

Guide Price £475,000

A beautifully presented three bedroom detached bungalow boasting bright and spacious accommodation throughout. Situated within this non-estate location, this property is within walking distance of local amenities, the town centre and Dewlands Common. Three bedroom detached bungalow | Bright and spacious accommodation | Beautifully presented throughout | Quality conservatory | Substantial driveway | Carport and garage | Non-estate location | Waalking distance to all amenities and Dewlands Common | EPC D

West Parley | 01202 855595

Asking Price £465,000

This wonderfully deceptive four-bedroom chalet style bungalow is situated in the popular West Parley area. Superb kitchen/breakfast room with a high-quality finish throughout including granite work surfaces stunning double aspect living room with double doors looking over the extensive rear garden, two well portioned bedrooms on the first floor served by a nicely appointed shower room, two further bedrooms on the ground floor served by a well-appointed bathroom, the rear garden in mainly laid to lawn and has far reaching views over fields beyond the rear garden. Stunning Family Home | Semi-Rural | Incredibly Spacious & Flexible Accommodation | 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bath Shower Rooms | Beautifully Fitted Kitchen/Dining Room| EPC D

Verwood | 01202 829777

Guide Price £475,000

Extensively refurbished throughout by the current owners and positioned in a quiet cul de sac location this beautifully presented, three bedroom detached chalet bungalow benefits from a large driveway and detached double garage. Three bedroom detached chalet bungalow | Cul de sac position| luxury fitted kitchen and shower room | Lounge/dining room | Conservatory | Downstairs bedroom/study | Landscaped south facing garden | Block paved driveway and detached double garage | Walking distance to Potterne Park | EPC D

Wimborne | 01202 842842

Guide Price £430,000

This semi-detached Victorian cottage is conveniently located in popular Colehill and within easy reach of Wimborne town centre. Accommodation is tastefully presented throughout and offers open plan living space, a cottage style kitchen and three bedrooms. Generous off road parking and a large rear garden complete the picture! Semi-detached Victorian cottage | Three bedrooms | Open plan kitchen/dining room | Lounge | Separate utility | Tastefully styled throughout | Ample off road parking | Generous rear garden | EPC D

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OIEO £425,000

Upton | 01202 744944

Guide Price £400,000

A beautifully presented and recently modernised, four bedroom detached bungalow, with two generous reception rooms, conservatory, separate utility and en-suite. Situated within a quiet non-estate location and within walking distance of the town centre the property benefits from a carport, driveway, garage and south westerly facing rear garden.

Edwards are please to bring to the market this well presented, modern four bedroom, two en-suite detached chalet bungalow in a cul-de-sac location at the heart of Upton. With ample off road parking and a separate garage this family home is welcoming from the outset. A sunny low maintenance garden with a decked patio area finishes off this well designed family property. Viewing is highly recommended.

Poole Quay | 01202 744944

Bournemouth | 01202 555550

Offers Over £400,000

Edwards are delighted to bring to the market this fantastic character town house situated just yards away from Old Poole Town and the vibrant Poole Quay with its excellent restaurants, bars and shops. This three bedroom house is arranged over three floors, with an open plan lounge / dining, courtyard garden and garage. En-suite bathroom | Private courtyard garden | Three double bedrooms | Opposite St James Church | Built in wardrobes | Garage | Open plan living / dining | Three bathrooms total | Woodburner in lounge | Character Town House | EPC D

Guide Price £399,950

Edwards is pleased to bring to the market this three/four-bedroom semidetached house in the ideal location of Charminster, with Bournemouth Town Centre and its award-winning beaches less than three miles away. Recently refurbished semi-detached house | Fantastic garden for entertaining | Open plan kitchen/reception/family area | BBQ with chimneyette | Four double bedrooms/ three receptions | Recently refitted bathroom | Off road parking | En-suite to master bedroom | Recently refurbished kitchen | Island unit/breakfast bar in kitchen

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INTERIORS | CALMER HOME

Simple steps to make your home calmer and less cluttered Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to treat your home to a detox. Gabrielle Fagan taps up the Topology design gurus for tips. The start of this new season often makes us yearn for clean, calm, refreshed spaces at home. Amy Brandhorst and Athina Bluff, aka interior design duo Topology, have teamed up with Habitat to share expert tips on how to banish your home’s winter hangover and make it warm weather-ready and fabulous. The stylish pair have taken a lot of inspiration from Feng shui. Although it might sound a tricky concept to get your head around, the traditional Chinese practice basically centres on the belief that the specific arrangement of shapes, furniture and objects can have an effect on the unseen energies around us, and combine to harmonise and balance a space. Creating a positive home environment, it’s believed, benefits our mental and physical health too.

A B OV E A mood board designed by the interior design duo Topology

RIGHT Photo of (right) Athina Bluff and Amy Brandhorst, aka interior design duo Topology, who have teamed up with Habitat to share expert tips on a home detox

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Curious? Follow Topology’s seven step home ‘detox’

Follow the three-colour rule

plan to create a serene sanctuary that boosts your

Sticking to a simple colour scheme can prevent your

wellbeing, and where you can relax and look forward to

space from feeling chaotic or busy, they point out. Just

sunnier days ahead...

doing that can, they explain, make spaces feel much more understated and tranquil but still full of depth and interest.

Study the space As a beginner, it’s easiest to kick off your Feng shui

TOP TIP: Pick three main colours that naturally appeal to

mission in either your home office/desk area or your

you, then build on that by choosing different shades or

hall, say the two designers. “Placing your desk in the

tones that work with the dominant colour of the three.

centre of a room or opposite/adjacent to a window, according to the laws of Feng shui, enhances creativity,

If you’re a decor diva and ultra fashionable blue appeals,

energy and productivity,” they explain.

this could be a great calming choice. As the Topology duo highlight, research has found that being in blue

Apparently, it pays dividends if you blitz that hall as well.

spaces can even lower our blood pressure.

After all, if your first sight of home when you get in after a day at the office is a dumping ground for coats, shoes

Adding toning shades to your chosen blue colour - such

and sports kit, it won’t exactly lift your spirits! “Keeping it

as teal, navy or sky blue - could be the perfect colour

tidy, spacious and inviting is a great start for good Feng

palette for a gentle, harmonious scheme.

shui and positivity within the home,” enthuse the pair. Cleaning the windows so they let in more light could

ABOVE

also be a good move.

Study The Space - setting designed the interior design duo Topology

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TOP TIP: An interior furnished with natural materials earthenware, linen, marble-based lamps and objects, woollen cushions and blankets - will increase that feeling of being connected to the great outdoors. Lift items off the floor Lifting furniture, clutter and everyday objects up and away from the floor can easily create a lighter, detoxified and more uplifting space, according to the pair. “Seeing more floor space and light through and around objects in a room helps a space feel much more weightless and clutter-free,” they explain. TOP TIP: Sofas or chairs with high legs make furniture appear less bulky and dominating. Open storage and wall shelves will complement the style and add to an airy, uncluttered effect. Use rounded shapes Shape - not size - is everything! Spherical, round, or gently curving furniture and home accessories can not only create a sense of balance but is visually pleasing, say the designers. There’s even science behind the theory, they point out, as research has found that receptors in the brain light up dramatically when people are around the presence of curved or round objects, rather than angular or jagged shapes.

Introduce more nature Biophilia is a bit of a buzzword in the worlds of interiors and wellness right now - and in essence is a nod to upping the greenery in rooms with indoor plants, to harness our innate need to connect with nature. The Topology pair point out the powerful potential effect on our wellbeing of filling our homes with plants, as it’s thought we’re significantly happier when we’re surrounded by the natural world.

A B OV E Use Rounded Shapes

RIGHT Use natural materials like wood, rattan, and stone and include a plant in a bedroom to create a connection with nature

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R I G H T Lift Items Off The Floor

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Designate a clutter drawer No home can be completely free of clutter - so create a place specifically for tucking it away. Try the designers’ two-step plan for a clutter-busting solution. First, home in on that clutter and gather it into one place (at some point, you can work out whether you can sort it, reduce it, or get rid of it altogether). Next, select one drawer to store unsightly or practical items that can’t be stored elsewhere in a home. Unsightly electrical cables, newspapers, children’s toys or spare accessories could be the perfect candidates for that ‘tidy away’ compartment, they suggest. Create a multi-sensory home Finally, finish with a flourish by making your home a multi-sensory space, urge the interior gurus. This simply means a space which appeals to all of our senses: touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste. Apparently, if all those needs are catered for, explain the duo, it helps us feel relaxed and nurtured in our homes - what’s not to like? TOP TIP: While in general, the scent of lavender and vanilla and soft fabrics such as cashmere make us feel comforted, it’s more important to focus on what makes you feel good as an individual.

Experiment with different colours, textures, fabrics and scents to help you find the perfect ingredients for your special sanctuary, suggest Brandhorst and Bluff. “After all,” they say, “our homes should be personal to each of us and adhere to our needs.” As part of The Home Detox campaign, Habitat will host a series of interior design, houseplant and cookery workshops in its London stores throughout March 2020. For further info and tips, see habitat.co.uk/inspiration/ small-space-living. Words by Gabrielle Fagan, PA Picture credits: Habitat/PA

ABOVE Create A Multi Sensory Home

LEFT Designate A Clutter Drawer

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Pre-nups are contracts made between a couple before they marry or enter a civil partnership and set out the financial consequences of a future divorce or dissolution. Why do I need one?

A pre-nup will make a difference to how financial assets are divided between you and your spouse or civil partner. You may want to enter into one, if for example, you are marrying or entering a civil partnership later in life and have already accumulated wealth, received or are about to receive an inheritance, or have children from a previous relationship who you want to ensure will also be protected.

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Create the right look for your bedroom, a space where you can feel completely relaxed and truly at home. Choose a design style that reflects you, where practical elements and personality merge seamlessly to create your very own inner sanctum.

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Excited about your building project but unsure where to start? We talk to James and Yvette from Bournesouth ltd to find out why more and more people are getting in the experts to help manage their building projects.

Why

are

and

people

choosing project management? With the aid of the Internet people are finding it easier to create the very personal and individual vision they want for their homes. However, they struggle to find a contractor that understands the emotion behind the vision. Contractors and trades are very good at the pragmatic creation of a space but when it’s your home it’s personal, there is a lot more to it than just practicality.

“We would highly recommend Bournesouth for delivering the project beyond our expectations in turning a great design into a beautiful home.” - MR AND MRS H

Self-managing feels like the only option to retain control of the desired personal touches, however, with a lack of knowledge

attention to every detail. With a wealth of

and experience in the vast disciplines of

experience, knowledge and practical skills

the construction process, people often

in all aspects of the building and design

realise too late that something has not been

processes, a good project manager will

clearly understood or designed. This leads

bring clarity to your initial design ideas

to delays, disappointment, compromise

and respectfully guide the project to

and overspending.

exceed expectations.

A good professional project manager puts

What are the benefits?

the clients `must haves` and `wish lists` first.

The project manager’s job is to know the

Keeping the client at the forefront of the

project intimately. Construction industry

project is key to developing and managing

experience is key, and they should have

their

this in spades. This should give you the

expectations

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with

meticulous

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management of the trades, materials and

and needs, translating them into reality and

specialist items. Therefore, good project

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management is essential to a successful outcome! Along with the practical and

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You need to have an honest relationship, as well as absolute faith in your project

With

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Cookbook review...

The Curry Guy Light by Dan Toombs Curry, but not so calorific. Ella Walker leafs through this new release.

Blogger-turned-cookbook

Dan

interested in learning to make a few new

Toombs may not have Indian heritage,

author

curries, and those who are trying to slim

but he has spent the last 30 years cooking

down, but not scrimp on flavour. Plus, any

How

and falling in love with food from all over

of Dan Toombs’ avid Curry Guy following.

straightforward. Of course, making a curry

India and Asia, with a particular passion

easy

use?

Relatively

from scratch takes far more processes and

for curries - the kind you get in a British

What is it trying to get us cooking? All

stages than ordering one in, so the recipes

takeaway, as well as more regional dishes,

your favourite curries and chutneys, from

can be a little wordy at times, but once

full of flavour and colour.

kashmiri chicken and chicken tikka masala,

you’ve got your larder fully prepped and

to tarka dal and lime pickle - just slightly

your rice on, you should be fine.

began

documenting

his

recipe

healthier versions than usual. Toombs has

experiments online, and is now celebrating

cut the fat, gone big on veg and notes

The best recipe is... the vegetable and

his fourth cookbook, The Curry Guy Light -

calories and carbs on every page, so if

paneer dum biryani (it looks so moreish) or

here’s what we think of it...

you’re keeping count, you can stay on

the light tandoori chicken tikka (because it’s

track quite easily. There are also quite a few

guaranteed to get a lot of use).

Who will love it? Those who are trying to

dishes you might not be so familiar with, like

wean themselves off their takeaway habit,

fragrant swordfish ambot tik, a burnished

The recipe we’re most likely to post on

those looking for heat and spice, those

squid roast and bamboo cooked seafood.

Instagram is... The watermelon coconut chicken curry - it’s served in a hollowed-out watermelon! The dish we’re least likely to try is... the spicy stuffed crabs, because they sound a bit fiddly. Overall rating: 7/10 - a really helpful book if you’re trying to cut your calories, but don’t want to skimp on spice. Toombs’ full-fat

versions

are

definitely

luxurious, though. Words by Ella Walker, PA

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LEFT Dan Toombs author of The Curry Guy Light | Quadrille/Kris Kirkham/PA

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L E F T Baked onion bhajis from The Curry Guy Light by Dan Toombs | Quadrille/Kris Kirkham/PA

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Baked Onion Bhajis INGREDIENTS

MAKES 20

1. Peel and finely slice the onions. Cut each slice into 3cm pieces. Place the onions in a

3 large onions (about 600g)

bowl and sprinkle with the salt, mixing very well with your hands. Allow to sit for at least

1tsp fine sea salt

30 minutes or up to three hours. When ready to form the bhajis, squeeze the onions with

1tsp cumin seeds

your hands to release the water into the bowl. Add the remaining ingredients - up to and

2.5cm piece of ginger, peeled and

including the chilli powder - to the bowl, and give everything a good stir.

julienned 1/4tsp ground turmeric

2. 2. Now sift the chickpea flour over the onion mixture and mix well. There should be

3/4tsp ground coriander

enough water released from the salted onions to form a batter that sticks the onions

3tbsp finely chopped coriander

together, like you would expect a bhaji to stick together. If too dry, you could add a drop

2 green bird’s eye chillies, finely chopped

of water, but I have never found this to be necessary. If you add too much water, just sift

1/4tsp Kashmiri chilli powder

in a little more flour. Mix in the oil with your hands so that the onions are evenly coated.

100g chickpea flour 1 1/2tbsp rapeseed (canola) oil Chutney or raita of your choice, to serve

3. 3. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas 6). Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking tray (do not use foil as the bhajis will stick to it). Using a spoon or your hands, make 20 equal-sized onion balls and place them on the parchment paper. Bake for about 40 minutes, or until nicely browned. Remember, ovens vary, so check the bhajis from time to time. Serve with a good chutney and/or raita. Note: If you would rather deep-fry the bhajis for up to 27 extra calories per bhaji, heat 10cm (4 inches) of rapeseed (canola) oil to 165°C/330°F in a wok or saucepan, and fry them for about two minutes - until just turning brown. The bhajis will probably still be a bit raw in the middle. Remove from the oil and heat the oil to 185°C/365°F, then fry again for about two more minutes until crispy and brown and completely cooked through. You will need to do this in batches. Transfer to paper towels to soak up any excess oil.

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THINKING RETIREMENT LIVING – I S T H E R E A N O T H E R W AY ? Local retirement specialist Gemma shares her thoughts MANY over 55’s are living on low or moderate incomes and often struggle with the upkeep to their homes and access to the care they need. With a sky-high cost of living and uncertain economy, there’s never been a more important time to recognise the value in our homes to help improve our lives as we get older.

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Duty Land Tax regime was the introduction in April 2016Ifof the owned higheryour rates applicable a purchase you’ve home for a few to years, it’s likely of you’ve built some equity in it. Perhaps you’d an additional residential property which love is not to downsize or use residence. a lifetime mortgage to replacing a main The product Government release equity to pay for your retirement. amended the legislation and various reliefs from the higher rates introduced the Finance Maybe youwere are searching for in a property that’s Bill 2018. Thissuited included anneeds amendment relief more to your today, or to forprovide the future. Whatever your reasons, with Platinum Skies shared where a court order issued on divorce prevents ownership you can afford to buy a brand-new someone from disposing of their previous main property at a truly affordable price. residence. This means that where someone has to retain an interest in a property – usually If you were considering equity release, thenthe you former can access more capitalunder with shared ownership than matrimonial home, a property adjustment by which using a has typical equity releaseforscheme, without of order been made the benefit suffering high interest rates and financial penalties another person – usually the ex-spouse, they are not that may erode your investment. subject to the higher rates should they go on to purchase another property. There are Shared various As a registered provider of the Older Persons Ownership scheme, all rental charges and fees are set conditions which will need to be met, including by the Government body, Homes England. Everything having the right kind of court order and we would is transparent, there are no hidden charges The low suggest that you discuss your full circumstances with purchase price means that you may be able to invest the yourreleased Solicitor in the first instance to seemake whether equity to supplement your income, your in yourbudget circumstances you would qualify for thequality relief. go much further and afford a better

If you’ve owned your home for a few years, it’s likely you’ve built some equity in it. Perhaps you’d love to downsize or use a lifetime mortgage product to release equity to pay for your retirement. Maybe you are searching for a property that’s more suited to your needs today, or for the future. Whatever your reasons, with Platinum Skies shared ownership you can afford to buy a brand-new property at a truly affordable price. If you were considering equity release, then you can access more capital with shared ownership than by using a typical equity release scheme, without suffering high interest rates and financial penalties that may erode your investment. As a registered provider of the Older Persons Shared Ownership scheme, all rental charges and fees are set by the Government body, Homes England. Everything is transparent, there are no hidden charges The low purchase price means that you may be able to invest the released equity to supplement your income, make your budget go much further and afford a better quality property compared to a straight downsizing move.

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The digital age Everything we need is available online; shopping, appointments, meetings, and house buying! You can view every Barratt or David Wilson home online, often with video walk throughs and computer generated images of developments so that you can see exactly what you’re getting. You can even make a deposit once your choice is made without having to leave the comfort of your sofa! Low rates The

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In fact, a perfect location was the reason Paris Lewis (27) and Ben Cunningham (29) made the decision to move in at David Wilson Homes’ Canford Paddock development in Canford, near Wimborne. “We absolutely love the location,” said Paris. “We’re able to enjoy the convenience of being close to central Bournemouth and its surrounding beaches, while still having scenic walks and stunning views right on our doorstep,” added Ben. The

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Dorset – a county full of opportunity According to the Office for National Statistics, Dorset’s population has grown by 10% to 428,000 since the year 2000, Bournemouth has been named as one of the top 36 places to start a business in the UK. This popularity is one of the reasons why Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes have developments in Poole, Canford and Wimborne, and Swanage. All offer modern living in desirable locations, near stunning coastline, unspoilt countryside, bustling towns and activities to suit all ages and interests.

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The Cedar, St Leonards, Ringwood Laid back living is at the heart of Victory Oak, a collection of contemporary homes nestled on the edge of peaceful woodland, yet within easy reach of bustling towns, beautiful countryside and stunning beaches. More than just a house, a home at Victory Oak is a place where families can flourish, a haven you can retreat to, and a space you can make your very own. The Cedar is an attractive four bedroom detached family home which delivers style and comfort, featuring light and spacious interiors perfectly suited to modern living, situated in an exclusive spot on the edge of a nature reserve and Hurn Forest.

The kitchen has a ‘New York’ Symphony wall and base unit with easy glide drawers and soft closers to doors, with fully integrated appliances including a built in Zanussi stainless steel gas hob and cooker hood with a double oven, dishwasher and fridge freezer. It also benefits from a separate utility room off the kitchen area with an integrated washer/dryer. The property has four bedrooms, with en-suites to the master and bedroom two, each fitted with a shower cubicle and a family bathroom all fully tiled by Porcelanosa. This home boasts an all-important south facing garden – laid-to-lawn so you can enjoy your outside space from day one, plus a double garage and ample driveway parking. It is neutrally decorated to create a natural flow, well-planned to maximise space with extra thoughtful touches including a log burning stove in the lounge, solar panels and Karndean flooring throughout

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Home-grown hiking trips to plan for when lockdown ends Use time indoors to appreciate what's on your doorstep by planning a walking holiday, says Sarah Marshall. Along with limiting our social interactions, the UK's lockdown will play havoc with personal pedometers. There's only so many steps you can clock up between the bedroom, bathroom and kitchen, after all. Once restrictions are lifted, we'll all be yearning to stretch our legs and venture on expeditions far more exciting than trips to Superdrug or Sainsbury's. While now is the time to stay put, there's no harm in armchair drifting - using time indoors to plan al fresco trips for later this year. If you do dream of striding over hills and up mountains, or rambling along coastlines and through forests, consider one of these exhilarating hikes in the UK and Ireland. A novel escape WHERE: The Hardy Way, Dorset Victorian poet and novelist Thomas Hardy captured the essence of rural England in many of his great works, romanticising locations throughout the Dorset countryside. Keen rambler and literature lover Margaret Marande joined the dots between many of these famous spots by creating a long-distance 220-mile walking trail, documented in her book, The Hardy Way - A 19th Century Pilgrimage. Spend the night at The Inn in Cranborne where Hardy once stayed, visit Win Green, featured in Tess of the d'Urbervilles, and head to Shaftesbury - referred to as Shaston in Jude The Obscure. Along the way, admire quaint, chocolate-box villages and sweeping chalk downs.

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FA R L E F T Alnwick Castle in Northumberland | PA Photo/ Headwater

LEFT Gold Hill in Shaftesbury | PA Photo/Inntravel

BELOW The monastery in Glendalough, County Wicklow, Ireland | PA Photo/ Wilderness Ireland

HOW: Inntravel (inntravel.co.uk; 01653 617 000) offers four-night A Taste of Hardy's Wessex from ÂŁ490pp (two sharing), including some meals, route maps and notes, and luggage transfers between hotels. Available until October 31, 2020. Emerald trails WHERE: The Wicklow Way, Ireland Few cities are within such easy reach of wilderness, but the Wicklow Way starts literally from the doorsteps of Dublin's southern suburbs. A series of self-guided walks makes up the network, which passes through the forests, uplands and mountainous landscapes of County Wicklow. Walk through the valley of Glendalough, home to the ruins of a monastic city visited by pilgrims for more than 1,000 years, pass by the Powerscourt Waterfall, and marvel at the "Guinness Lake", where black waters contrast with a white sand beach. The full 127km trail begins in Rathfarnham and ends in the County Carlow village of Clonegal. HOW: Wilderness Ireland (wildernessireland.com; +353 (0)91 457 898) offers the six-night Hiking The Wicklow Way guided tour from E1,870pp (two sharing), including accommodation, some meals, transfers and guide). Depart June 27, 2020 or April 10, 2021.

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Wide open adventures WHERE: The West Highland Way, Scotland History and folklore sweep through the lochs and glens of Scotland, so choosing the best route to follow can be hard. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, this epic trail starts from Milngavie on the outskirts of Glasgow and stretches 154km to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis in the Highlands. Highlights include climbing Conic Hill for views of Loch Lomond, a look at the carved stone seat believed to contain a sword belonging to Robert the Bruce, and a vertigo-inducing ascent of the Devil's Staircase. There's also an opportunity to retrace a path taken by 18th century outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. HOW: Wilderness Scotland (wildernessscotland.com; 01479 420 020) offers the seven-night Wilderness Walking The West Highland Way guided tour from ÂŁ1,695pp (two sharing), including accommodation, some meals, guide and luggage transfers. Departures until October 2020.

Castles in the sand WHERE: Northumberland Coastal Path Dotted with castle turrets and fringed by silky sands, Northumberland's coastline is an area of historical interest and remarkable beauty.

Undulating dunes

back vast beaches along the 100km Northumberland Coastal Path, gazing out to islands famous for their rich birdlife. There are more castles here than any other county in England: explore Alnwick, where you can take part in Harry Potter-themed activities; discover Bamburgh, which sits on a basalt crag overlooking the sea; or admire Dunstanburgh, which sits on a remote, breezy headland. But the highlight is the Holy Island of Lindisfarne and its famous tidal causeway. HOW: Headwater (headwater.com; 01606 369 121) has an eight-night Walking the Northumberland Coastal Path holiday from ÂŁ795pp, including B&B accommodation, luggage transfers between hotels and route directions and maps.

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Peak performance WHERE: Snowdonia, Wales Containing one of the highest peaks in the United Kingdom, Snowdonia National Park is a playground of popular walking trails. But there's more to this region of North Wales than majestic mountains; forests, moorland and sparkling blue lakes present some of nature's finest work. Some walks cover tourist towns such as Beddgelert and Betws-y-Coed, while quieter routes pass through remote sheep farms and vestiges of the Welsh slate industry. If you have time, combine a hike with a ride on the Welsh Highland Light Railway and the Ffestiniog Railway. HOW:

Ramblers

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01707 817 432) offers a six-night The Wonders Of Snowdonia guided tour from ÂŁ769pp (two sharing), including half-board accommodation, transport and tour leader. Available in August and September.

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RIGHT A view from Snowdon in Snowdonia National Park | PA Photo/iStock

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Fantasy and folklore WHERE: The Burren Way, Ireland Rugged, wild and romantic, Ireland's dramatic westcoast scenery is captivating. Running for 114km across County Clare, from Lahinch to Corofin, the Burren Way is packed with photographic moments. A star attraction is The Burren, one of the largest karst limestone landscapes in Europe, leading to the Cliffs of Moher, which promise staggeringly beautiful views. But it's the local characters who make this journey doubly exciting: meet artists and craftspeople on Aran island, Inishmore, or listen to traditional Irish music in the village of Doolin. HOW: Macs Adventure (macsadventure.com; 0141 530 1397) offers the six-night Best Of The Burren Way selfguided tour from ÂŁ540pp (two sharing), including B&B accommodation, luggage transfer, route map and notes. Words by Sarah Marshall, PA

A B OV E Cliffs of Moher in Ireland | PA Photo/iStock

RIGHT Burren region of County Clare | PA Photo/iStock

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alburyandhall.co.uk Westminster Road, Branksome Park A 1,750 sq ft share of freehold apartment with 27ft balcony with stunning views over Branksome beach to Old Harry Rocks and the Purbeck Hills. A private path leads to the beach where you can stroll along to Sandbanks and the ferry to Studland. The area has a wonderful selection of quality eateries and sporting clubs nearby such as The Royal Motor Yacht Club, Parkstone Golf Club and Parkstone Yacht Club. Three en suite double bedrooms, a 500 sq ft living room, open plan kitchen/dining and two parking spaces in the underground car park. A well regarded and highly sought after development.

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A three double bedroom penthouse apartment with roof terrace in a brand new development finished to a high specification. Complete with CAT6 cabling, share of freehold, 10 year warranty and two underground parking spaces, including electric charging point.

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This large three double bedroom raised ground floor apartment is in excellent condition and has been thoughtfully laid out. Benefits from two large balconies, two underground parking spaces plus lockable store and share of freehold.

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A link-detached three bedroom house set in the heart of Wareham town centre, presented in excellent condition and with the benefit of a garage and beautiful rear garden. Just a short walk from Wareham Common, The Quay and other town centre amenities.

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Tips to keep fit during lockdown

No gym? No worries! Here’s how to stay active without breaking the rules. The coronavirus shutdown could mean bulging waistlines with most of the nation’s favourite sports and activities banned for at least three weeks. But being trapped in the house doesn’t have to mean being stuck on the sofa, and with the NHS recommending everyone does at least 150 minutes of exercise per week, it is best to keep moving. Here’s how to stay fit and healthy while avoiding Covid-19. YOGA Visions of rubber-limbed Instagram yoga bunnies might be daunting but in reality it begins with just a little light stretching to improve flexibility - there are even a range of movements that don’t require a yoga mat. There are thousands of free websites offering video tutorials, so it is a case of shopping around and seeing which you get on best with.

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Most websites have dozens of videos ranging from beginner to advanced, as well as routines tailored to plus sizes and to those with mobility issues. SKIPPING It might conjure up memories of playground rhymes, or even mental images of Rocky Balboa but skipping is simple and gets the heart rate up in no time. All non-essential shops are now closed and even Sports Direct has belatedly shut its doors, so you may need to rely on a younger member of the household for a skipping rope if you don’t already have one. STAIRS If you are short on gym equipment then you can always make use of a set of stairs, should you have them. There are various exercises you can try including stair pushups, reverse lunges and tricep dips - even just walking up and down them a few times will at least get you moving. SOFA The call of the sofa might be strong - but see if you can resist Netflix for 20 minutes and try a quick workout instead. It might sound simple but even sitting down and standing up again 10 times in a row will work out your thighs, or placing two hands on the sofa while extending one leg behind you will get your muscles burning. Search “sofa workout” online for hundreds of videos promising to get you fit from the comfort of your living room.

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WELLNESS GURUS Endlessly chipper wellness gurus might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but perhaps a dose of their endorphin supply is what is needed to get you through the Covid-19 crisis. Joe Wicks, known as The Body Coach, has made it his mission to keep parents sane by offering daily online PE lessons to children during the lockdown, while Australian personal trainer Kayla Itsines is also popular. For those who prefer a bit of northern grit, Olympic heptathlon champion and Sheffield’s finest Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill will also be sharing tips to stay active. BALLET Thought ballet was beyond you? Why not have a go from the privacy of your own home? Tamara Rojo, principle dancer and artistic director of the English National Ballet, has launched a range of YouTube videos. They aren’t for the faint-hearted, so make sure you stay well within your limits to avoid tweaking a hamstring, or alternatively look for a barre workout - an exercise regime derived from ballet but better for those with no previous experience. GARDENING If you are lucky enough to have a garden, get out in it. In fact, the nation’s most avid gardeners probably won’t notice the lockdown at all. Now could be the time to plant an insect garden - purple flowers attract butterflies - while pots of herbs and easyto-grow seeds are available in most of the major supermarkets. You could even attempt an insect hotel with whatever you have lying around like twigs, pine cones, old roofing tiles and bricks - they need to be wedged into a frame to create lots of bolt holes for our six-legged friends.

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SINGING It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t burn off calories but singing can do wonders for morale and choirs all over the country are going online to prevent their voices going rusty during the pandemic. TV choirmaster Gareth Malone has set up the Great British Home Choir, while the 500-strong London City Voices is streaming its rehearsals directly on to YouTube. MEDIATION Aimed at slowing the heart rate rather than raising it, meditation might just keep you sane and save your relationships after a month cooped up with your nearest and dearest. There are dozens of apps promising to help you breathe your way to peace of mind - as long as you can find a quiet corner of your home to focus. Calm, Headspace and Insight Timer are all popular, and will really be put to the test when confronted with parents trying to be teacher, breadwinner and live-in entertainer all at once. Words by Tess de la Mare, PA

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Why a picture is worth 1000 words when it comes to selling your home Images

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such

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things.

Impressive photos can influence emotion, we’ve all seen images that have stopped us in our tracks and given us that ‘wow’ moment. They’re particularly vital when it comes to selling a new home. We’ve all found ourselves online searching through property listings at some point, good photography commands attention causing customers to stop and take notice.

At Antler Agency, we recently project managed a lifestyle photo shoot for one of our clients. Due to launch the next phase of an already successful development in central Midhurst, West Sussex, we were tasked with creating the brochure and marketing campaign ahead of launch. The Brief Capture the high end specification and quality finish included in a Metis home within a promotional brochure. Focus on the elements that make them unique as a developer: bespoke design, the details of the premium appliances and superior presentation. Planning Stage Extensive planning over many cups of coffee is a natural part of our process. Before we start a project, we always consider the ‘why’. What’s the purpose of the brochure? Who is the target market? How can we elevate the standard new homes brochure to make this one stand out and attract buyers?

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The Shoot

Editing / The Final Product

It really was a ‘Lights, Camera, Action’

Back in the studio and all the images from

moment as the shoot day arrived and saw

the shoot were individually scrutinised, only

the show home come to life. The power of

the best were chosen to be further edited

images lies in the fundamentals of human

to give the design team a strong portfolio of

nature; we’re wired to notice, remember,

images from which to create the brochure.

learn from, and respond emotionally to

From there the creative juices flowed.

visuals. No detail is too small. You’d be

Working closely with the client to create the

surprised to learn how much goes into just

best final product, the brochure soon took

one image. Furniture was rearranged, the

shape with the fantastic imagery at the

scene expertly dressed, lighting perfectly

forefront. Keep an eye out for The Crescent

positioned and the models directed to

at Wyndham Mews, coming very soon to

achieve the perfect shot.

Midhurst. (metishomes.co.uk)

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The creative brains set to work storyboarding the concept for the brochure. We’ve found ourselves in a very unique position where the finished product is available in the show home of phase one and what better way to demonstrate phase two than to showcase the incredible product on the doorstep. A theme was set upon – ‘A day in the life of…’ – and the team used this as their basis to work out which areas of the home to focus on. A concise image list for the photographer was produced alongside a prop list and model requirements to help bring the shoot to life and make it as realistic as possible.

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How to brighten your home for spring with a touch of yellow Sam Wylie-Harris rounds up the sunniest yellow homeware and accessories to shop now. The power colour of spring, nothing signals happiness and hope like bright, sunshine yellow. As well as dazzling visually, yellow can lighten the mood, make everything look fresh and bright - and most importantly in the scheme of things, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very easy to place this pigment in the home and jazz up your space. Whereas stylists and fashionistas often cite yellow as a difficult colour to wear and suggest it should only be worn sparingly, interior designers love to incorporate yellow in their design edits. Best of all, yellow is surprisingly versatile and an easy shade to mix and match. You can use it as a colour block to break up a room, introduce pops of canary yellow, primrose or mustard to brighten up a dark corner, or for a sunlit twist, energise an open-plan space.

LEFT The Lover Sofa - 3 seater in Barley, Willow and Hall | PA Photo/Handout

RIGHT Emma Bridgewater Daffodils & Narcissus, Set of 2 Half Pint Mugs, Daisy Park | PA Photo/Handout

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Here’s some of our favourite ways to work yellow into rooms right now... The Lover Sofa - 3 Seater in Barley, from £1,373, Willow & Hall A statement sofa positioned just so always looks amazing, and you can play up the sunny accents by stacking it with cushions in a warm gold (we love anything tasselled, especially velvet for a luxe boho vibe). Otherwise, go for a striking black and white monochrome print to add depth and texture against the bold yellow backdrop and keep the lines clean. Artificial Floral In Window Box, £25, and Artificial Ditsy Floral In Vase, £22, Next Bright as brass and zero maintenance, faux foliage doesn’t get more fabulous than this. Especially when you consider these trumpet blooms bring joy and cheer 24/7. Emma Bridgewater Daffodils And Narcissus Set of 2 Half Pint Mugs, £39.95, Daisy Park Bright and beautiful, you can build on this set of mood enhancing mugs by stacking them with other daffodil prints. You’ll have a host of golden daffs to add extra cheer to your morning coffee in no time.

BELOW Artificial Floral In Window Box and Artificial Ditsy Floral In Vase, Next | PA Photo/Handout

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House by John Lewis Round Jersey Cushion - Mustard

this luxurious matt paper as a cheat’s sheet to a flight of

Yellow, £10, John Lewis & Partners

fancy, without having to leave home.

Hello sunshine! Whatever the shade of your sofa, who Chroma Curtains - Mustard, from £95-£160, Clarissa

could resist this fun and summery touch.

Hulse (furniture and decos, stylist’s own) Glasshouse Mustard Wallpaper, £60 per roll, Graham

Dressing windows with some sunny yellow curtains is

& Brown (furniture and decos, stylist’s own)

an easy update if you want to make a room bright and

One of the brightest ways to introduce yellow is to let

airy. To see how the colour can be a game-changer,

it star in a feature wall central to your design scheme.

these ready-made drapes, paired with muted decos

The new Glasshouse collection at Graham & Brown

and touches of palm-green, don’t overpower but still

illustrates a flourishing garden paradise with herons

offer visual impact. They’re 100% cotton, lined, and

and egrets walking among honeysuckle and clematis,

available in six sizes with a gathered 3-inch tape top for

and emerald toned leaves softening the look. Think of

a sleek finish.

LEFT Glasshouse Mustard Wallpaper, Glasshouse Collection, Graham And Brown, other items, stylist’s own | PA Photo/Handout

ABOVE Chroma Curtains - Mustard, Clarissa Hulse, other items, stylist’s own | PA Photo/Handout

RIGHT House By John Lewis Round Jersey Cushion, John Lewis & Partners | PA Photo/Handout

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LEFT Espinillo Bed Linen Tumeric, Clarissa Hulse, other items, stylist’s own | PA Photo/Handout

BELOW Bold Monkey Princesses Have Feelings Too Armchair, Cuckooland | PA Photo/Handout

Espinillo Bed Linen - Tumeric, from £15-£75, Clarissa Hulse For a fresh approach that’s not overwhelming, we love this botanical bed linen, featuring fanned acacia leaves against an ombre of turmeric yellow and dove

Pom Pom Trim Fleece Throw Blanket, £10, Matalan

grey. You could even team it with other pieces in the

This eye-catching throw can be draped over the sofa or

collection, such as silk lampshades and cushions for a

bed for an extra dose of brightness and comfort. We also

super-luxe feel.

think it’s pretty and soft enough to be worn as a wrap if yellow tops your fashion colour chart and you like the

Bold Monkey Princesses Have Feelings Too Armchair,

idea of heading outdoors with a spring in your step.

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Who wouldn’t want to sit pretty in this sumptuous winged

House by John Lewis Hex Table Lamp - Mustard, £25,

back chair? Finished in a modern, oriental style print with

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a shimmer of gold, it’s a real hero piece and will work just

With yellow stealing the spotlight, this trendy bulb lamp

as well in the living room, bedroom or study.

ticks all the right boxes.

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Lemon and Bergamot Home Fragrance Collection Candles and Diffusers, from £6-£16 each, Next We can’t think of anything more uplifting than the zesty scent of lemons blended with bergamot. Next’s range of diffusers and cantles will scent your rooms and add some lovely pops of yellow. Orla Kiely House for Harlequin Classic Stem Wallpaper, £67 per roll, and Ceramic Table Lamp, £75, John Lewis & Partners If you want to play with prints and match mellow yellow with yoke yellow, a clever concept is to choose your wall space (south-facing rooms love colour and will bounce the light around) and take a simple print such as Orla Kiely’s stem design, build on it with coordinating decos, and bring in brighter shades to maximise those beams of sunlight. Words by Sam Wylie-Harris, PA

ABOVE Lemon and Bergamot Home Fragrance Collection, selection of candles and diffusers, Next | PA Photo/Handout; House By John Lewis Hex Table Lamp, John Lewis & Partners | PA Photo/Handout.

LEFT Orla Kiely House for Harlequin Classic Stem Wallpaper, Orla Kiely Juniper Stem Ceramic Table Lamp, other items from a selection, John Lewis & Partners | PA Photo/Handout

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Make the most out of your garden With these uncertain times ahead of us, our gardens become ever more important as a place to enjoy some fresh air and let children run around. With the warmer days ahead of us it is a great opportunity to revamp our outdoor spaces so we can maximise the use of them. At Reformed Plastics we offer a range of anti-slip decking to allow you to enjoy your garden whether it rains or shines! All of our products are made from 100% recycled plastic. We manufacture products ourselves and then sell direct to the Domestic and Commercial sector. As well as antislip decking we offer a wide range of furniture, fences, planters and gates to enhance your outdoor space.

Due to ever increasing importance to recycle and protect the environment, the plastic used is recycled in the UK and is the perfect alternative to wood. Our aims are to help rebuild the environment by utilising a commodity which people would otherwise just throw away, turning what most would consider rubbish into a valuable product for everybody. How strong is it? It is extremely solid and strong being able to withstand stress levels of well over 10x that of traditional timber. It is heavy, durable, virtually indestructible and will not need to be replaced. In short, it is worry free. Does it need to be cleaned? Our products only need to be cleaned after a spillage. The collection of airborne dirt is inevitable and we would recommend a simple spray-down with a hose or wipe over with a damp cloth on a regular basis to ensure that your purchase is kept in the best condition. Financial benefits Achieving value for money is a key driver for any purchasing

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We are still here to help Our entire society is having to come to terms with the gravity of the current global pandemic caused by the COVID-19 virus and our hearts go out to all those who are being most effected and hard hit by this stark and surreal new reality we’re all facing right now. Following UK Government advice for us all to stay at home, we felt it was the right decision to temporarily close our workshop, however we will still be picking up calls, emails and processing orders from home ready for when the lockdown is lifted. Therefore please get in touch to discuss your ideas and future plans for any outdoor furniture, decking, fencing, gates, planters, raised beds and anything else so you’re all set for summer and able to make the most of your outdoor space. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank all the NHS staff, carers and all the other key workers who are working tirelessly during this period. Thank you too to all of our friends, customers and followers for their amazing support and understanding during these strange days. In these challenging times it is important that we remain strong, calm and look after each other!

Why are recycled plastic products different? Plastic lumber is the perfect alternative to anything that has ever needed maintaining. Plastic lumber can be cut with a regular saw, drilled, nailed or screwed into and routed as easily as wood. • Will not rot, split or splinter • Will not need painting or staining • Maintenance free • Resistant to all weather • Resistant to vandalism • Resistant to chemicals • Resistant to salt water • Resistant to insects and bacteria • Anti-slip decking • Lasts for over 50 years

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Now is the perfect time to get out in the garden and enjoy your outdoor space. Whether your garden needs a bit of a spruce or you just fancy a change then have a look at our fabulous garden building designs. If you are looking for a storage shed for your tools or a summerhouse for a space to relax with a glass of wine then The Fencing Centre is the perfect place for you. Are you a beautician working from home or a personal trainer that needs more space, one of our buildings could be the solution? Your building could be used as a new home office, a dining area to invite the family round (No more mucky footprints in the house) or a chill out area for the kids. If you are thinking about extending your house and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have an endless pot of money then our Log cabins could make a very affordable extra living space.

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How to create a mindfulness corner in your garden As focus on the wellbeing benefits of plants and nature grows, RHS scientist Alistair Griffiths talks to Hannah Stephenson about mindfulness corners. RHS director of science, Professor Alistair Griffiths has done a lot of research into wellbeing and gardens. Now, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teamed up with award-winning garden designer Matt Keightley to help more of us dig into these benefits with a new book, RHS Your Wellbeing Garden, in which the pair offer a range of ideas for using greenery and gardens to distract from the stresses of life, whether it be butterflies, birdsong, or sensory and scented plants.

A B OV E The Massachusetts Garden designed by Susannah Hunter, RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2013 | Peter Anderson/ Dorling Kindersley/PA

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RIGHT Stipa gigantea ornamental grass | Peter Anderson/Dorling Kindersley/PA

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“It’s about being in the present, backed by evidence which shows that if you spend a little bit of time just stopping and thinking about yourself and how you are feeling, it helps to be surrounded by the right elements of your natural habitat.” Researchers in Edinburgh also found people living closer to green space had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol than those living further away, he adds. “There’s a worry that we’ll get ‘Nature Deficit Disorder’, where the less nature we have within our habitat has a negative effect on our anxiety and stress,” says Griffiths. Curious to ‘grow’ some nature-inspired wellbeing or create a garden mindfulness corner of your own? Read on for Griffiths’ top tips... What should you include? “Key elements of life, like shelter and water, are relevant to a mindfulness corner, which is trying to create a refuge but with an ability to view outside of that,” says Griffiths.

“I hope this book will say, ‘Listen people, you are part of nature’,” Griffiths explains. “We’ve done lots of work into how we look after birds and bees, but we haven’t really looked at what a garden means for our own health.” There’s lots of evidence that being in nature is good for us - so why not create spaces specifically for this purpose? The idea is to create a peaceful corner, surrounded by plants, where you can practice some mindfulness. A fan of checking in for a “body health check”, Griffiths suggests: “Breathe more deeply and think about the different parts of your body and working through them to check your health status, surrounded by nature.

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Where do you start? “Create an area of seating where you can sit alone, or with friends and family,” he suggests. Try to make room for plants which attract butterflies, bees and wildlife to distract you from everyday life. “Even on a balcony, if you can look at your wider view and see a wider part of nature. Picture-frame those,” adds Griffiths. “If there are trees in the city you can help to create a design to picture-frame that bit, like a window to nature.” Think about water It’s good to have an element of water, where you have the ability to see and hear the water and look at its reflectiveness, he advises. And if you only have a balcony, or no outdoor space at all? “Bring nature indoors,” says Griffiths. “You can make a mindfulness corner in your house, bringing greenery into those spaces, which will be more critical in relation to the future. Interior green walls are developing, which are becoming quite easy to maintain. “In my house, I have a couple of nice palms in selfwatering containers and some ferns in a corner. They sit in my office along with asparagus ferns along my windowsill. The greenery connects to the wider landscape. Even just having a couple of plants is the first connection people have with nature.”

A B OV E A mindfulness corner indoors | Rob Streeter/Dorling Kindersley/PA

RIGHT A couple smiling in a corner of the garden | iStock/PA

TOP RIGHT A garden bench surrounded by scented plants | iStock/PA

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Focus on fragrance

are commonly thought of as calming colours, linking

“Scent is critical,” says Griffiths. “Choose things which

nature, water and the sky, the things that give us life.”

are fragrant. There’s scientific evidence linking lavender to calm and sleep. The beauty of lavender is that it

Have elements of touch

attracts bees and other distractions [too].”

Just as you’re thinking about sounds and scents, touch is another of the senses that can be tapped into.

Wildlife is important

“Include plants around touch, such as soft ornamental

“Even if you live in a high-rise flats, have bird feeders.

grasses, the sort of plants that you want to run your

Bees also get up there and other wildlife will find it.

hand through when you walk past,” suggests Griffiths.

Having things that attract wildlife is a key aspect,”

“Again, it’s about the connection with nature.”

says Griffiths. Don’t over-complicate things Consider colour

Keep it relatively simple and opt for plants you’ll be

“In the RHS Wellbeing Garden at Wisley, we’ve looked

able to care for. Griffiths notes that aiming to grow

at the psychology of colour and how its hues have

plants for success can boost self-esteem. For example,

an impact on us emotionally, but what seems to have

put strawberries in your mindfulness corner to attract

more of an impact is the intensity of that colour. The

wildlife, he suggests, and you are almost guaranteed a

brighter the colours, the more impact they have on our

crop in your first year - and you get to taste the fruits

emotions,” Griffiths explains.

of your labour.

“A mindfulness corner is about trying to surround

RHS Your Wellbeing Garden by Alistair Griffiths and Matt

yourself with different types of greens, because green

Keightley is published by Dorling Kindersley, priced

is a colour that seems to be universally liked by people

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across the world, as is blue. When you add water to the scene, it gives you the blues and the greens. They

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M OTO R I N G N E WS Nick Fletcher tells us the latest news on all things motoring.

BMW2 GRAN COUPÉ BMW is adding to its coupe line-up with the new 2 Series Gran Coupé which is priced from £25,815. There are three variants: Sport, M Sport and M Performance. The new model features the latest frontwheel-drive and AWD architecture also seen in the BMW 1 Series, along with an array of other technological developments. Equipped with cutting-edge chassis technology and innovative systems, the four-door model sets the benchmark in

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terms of driving dynamics and agility within the segment, says BMW. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is a standalone model with exclusive exterior design details including eye-catching contoured kidney grille bars, a mesh grille for the flagship BMW M235i xDrive M Performance model and, most strikingly, the all-new design of the rear lights. It will be available from launch with a choice of three engines – one diesel

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and two petrol. A revised 1.5-litre threecylinder engine will power the entry level BMW 218i, where technological advances have reduced CO2 emissions by 29g/km over the previous engine, while boosting maximum power output by 4hp to 140hp. The 218i accelerates from 0-60mph in 8.7 seconds and can reach a top speed of 134mph. It will return 42.2-47.1 mpg with CO2 emissions of 123-114g/km depending on model.

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R O A D T E S T: F O R D F O C U S Z E T EC Ford first launched its Focus model back in 1999 and since then the car has become a global best-seller and more than 20 years on and against greater competition is still able to attract a new generation of buyers, writes NICK FLETCHER. With a variety of petrol and diesel engines, eight different trim levels and a wealth of upgrade options, the Focus can be tailored to suit almost all customer requirements, and prices start at £20,645.

most models. The 0-60 mph time is 10.0 seconds, top speed 123 mph and average fuel economy 57.6 mpg. Emissions are 111 g/km. This version costs £21,145.

The entry model offers adequate basic features but many buyers move up to the better-specified Zetec version which has standard kit which includes airconditioning, cruise control, heated windscreen, power windows front and rear, smartphone mirroring and safety features including auto-emergency braking and lane-keep assist.

Rivals include the Volkswagen Golf but the Focus has plus-points of its own, most notably its ride and handling which are widely regarded as best in class. With precise intuitive steering feedback and supple ride quality, the Focus is a joy to drive, poised on the corners, refined on the motorway and nimble in the city.

My test model was a Zetec with the popular 1.0 litre 125 hp Ecoboost petrol engine and 6-speed manual gearbox – an 8-speed automatic option is available on

The car is sleekly styled and the latest versions offer greater leg-room in the rear. The dashboard is set out for maximum ease of use with clear placement of dials and

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switchgear and the driver can get a good position thanks to multi-adjustable steering wheel and centrally-aligned pedals. Ford has upgraded the cabin materials for a smarter look which works well, and with more rooms for occupants and boot space of 375 litres near-identical to that of a VW Golf, the Focus scores well for practicality. And when the rear seats are folded, the available load space of 1,354 litres is actually greater than that of the Golf. While you do have to move up the trim grades to get some of the kit that may be standard on rivals, there is no doubt that overall, the Focus is still a great package worthy of its top-selling status.

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R O A D T E S T: M I T S U B I S H I A S X E X C E E D Mitsubishi’s ASX model has been revised with a tougher look, more powerful engine and an upgraded interior to help give it a distinctive edge in the hard-fought SUV sector, writes NICK FLETCHER. The ASX is a roomy and capable contender offering very good value for money, with prices starting at £20,295 for the entry-level Dynamic model which is well-equipped with standard features including alloy wheels LED headlights, privacy glass, heated front seats, cruise control, airconditioning, and reversing camera. It also has a digital radio, Bluetooth and smartphone link.

lane-change assist, blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert. It is a substantial specification for the money and the exterior styling and smartly-designed cabin give the ASX a more upmarket appearance than its pricing might suggest. The frontal design has bold eyecatching styling with extensive chromework and large light clusters creating unmistakable presence and the cabin features quality trim materials and has a classy uncluttered dashboard with a large central infotainment screen which is easy to operate.

The ASX uses a 150 hp petrol engine with manual or CVT automatic transmission and four-wheel-drive is available on the top-range Exceed model which I tested recently.

On the road, the ASX impresses with its smooth and composed driving feel and excellent ride comfort. The 0-60 mph time is 12.2 seconds, top speed 118 mph. Average fuel economy is 38.7 mpg with emissions 167 g/km. The CVT automatic transmission has a 6-speed Sport mode with paddle shifts for those who want more involvement in the driving, and the normal two-wheel-drive system can become four-wheel-drive at the touch of a switch. Spacious, practical, versatile and with arresting visual impact, the new ASX is a strong challenger in the SUV sector and has the advantage of being more keenly priced than many of its rivals while still offering a generous level of equipment.

This version, with CVT auto gearbox, costs £25,945 and adds extra features including panoramic glass sunroof, leather interior, sat-nav, and additional safety kit including

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R O A D T E S T: V O L K S WA G E N PA S S AT H Y B R I D E S TAT E While sales of SUV models are soaring, there is still a significant demand for the traditional estate car from those who require larger load capacity for family or business activities. So an estate car which is also a plug-in hybrid offering exceptional fuel economy and very low emissions would have additional appeal to those in the estate car market, writes NICK FLETCHER. The outstanding contender in this important niche sector is the Volkswagen Passat Estate, which is priced from £27,575 and is available with petrol, diesel and hybrid engines. I recently tested the Passat estate in plug-in hybrid form. Fitted with a 1.4 litre petrol engine, 6-speed DSG auto gearbox and electric motor, it delivers a punchy 215 hp for eager performance, yet has remarkably low fuel economy and emissions and can run up to 35 miles on electric power only. Top speed is 138 mph, the 0-60 mph time is a quick 7.6 seconds and emissions are just 39 g/km. The official combined fuel economy figure is 180.8 mpg and while ideal conditions would be required to achieve that figure in real-world driving, this is still a very economical estate car. In upper-specification GTE Advance trim it is priced at £40,860 and is laden with kit which

includes sat-nav, infotainment system including digital radio, Bluetooth, smartphone mirroring and other connectivity features, a plug-in charging point in the front grille, rear privacy glass, LED lights and leather upholstery. Extensive safety features include adaptive and predictive cruise control, parking sensors front and rear, lane-keep assist, city emergency braking, and driver alert warning. Five adults have plenty of head and leg room and the boot-space of 650 litres is close to being the best in the class, and can be expanded to an enormous 1,780 litres with the rear seats folded. Elegant exterior styling and a classy upmarket interior make the Passat Estate feel very special and that feeling continues once you start driving. Docile in urban traffic, it is a smooth quiet motorway cruiser and the overall driving dynamics and wide range of driver aids evoke effortless ambiance. The Passat estate has competition primarily from other German marques – Audi, MercedesBenz and BMW - but I feel the Passat comes across as the most accomplished, especially in plug-in hybrid form.

NEW L AND ROVER DEFENDER 90 Now available to order, the new Land Rover Defender 90, a three-door short wheelbase model priced from £40,290. It follows the introduction of the Defender 110 model which generated unprecedented demand and the company expects this smaller version to be equally popular. Land Rover says the Defender 90 has “unstoppable capability, with Short wheelbase and minimal overhangs resulting in excellent off-road geometry, making it the most capable Land Rover ever made.” The Explorer, Adventure, Country and Urban packs give New Defender a range of distinct personalities. For the Defender 110, the Urban Pack – which includes a front undershield, bright rear scuff plate and metal pedals, plus a spare wheel cover – has been the most popular choice, selected in more than 35 per cent of the configurations that included an Accessory Pack, followed closely by the Explorer Pack. The iconic 4x4 embraces 21st century technologies and introduces Land Rover’s Pivi infotainment, which features an intuitive interface and its own back-up battery for always-on responses. Advanced softwareover-the-air updates also ensure customers benefit from the latest software at all times, wherever they are in the world.

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MAKLA Makla is bringing authentic Moroccan food to the bustling streets of Southbourne. With the growing popularity of social dining, Makla has got this down to a fine art, offering a relaxed and fun atmosphere, colourful dĂŠcor and a menu packed full of traditional Moroccan dishes. The upstairs is light and airy with a bustling atmosphere,

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the

basement room, which feels like a cosy den, cutting you off from the world helping you to let go of everyday life and enjoy some time with friends or family. It is the perfect room to hire out for a private party; we recommend you pop in for a tour in the future!

There is a range of sections to choose from off the menu, including; hot mezze, sharing platters, the grill, tagines, salads, and of course desserts! We love trying new places here at House & Lifestyle, and for most of the team this was their first experience of Morrocan food, so with that in mind we passed over to the experts and let them choose our dishes for us. What followed was a table full of so many delicious looking and smelling delicacies; we had truly hit the jackpot! The tagines were brought out piping hot leaving an appealing aroma in their wake; we had two to sample, the vegan Berber chickpea tagine and a seafood tagine. These were the heart-warming comfort dishes of the table, slow cooked so that every bite exploded with flavor. The mixed grill always goes down a treat with our team, the meat was cooked perfectly so it melted in your mouth, but be

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harra â&#x20AC;&#x201C; cubes of potatoes cooked in olive oil, lemon and chilli paste these are make a great accompaniment and disappeared in the blink of an eye once the first bite was taken! We highly recommend dining at Makla when the time comes when it is safe to venture out of the house again. Until then, during these difficult times, Makla is still offering take away services please visit their Facebook page, @Makla-Bistro, for up to date information on how you can place your order and have some delicious Moroccan food in the comfort and safety of your own home CONTACT W. www.makla.co.uk T. 07947 841803 A. 217 Seabourne Rd, Bournemouth BH5 2HL F. www.facebook.com/Makla-Bistro

warned, the sauce that accompanied the flatbread is only for the bravest amongst you, with a spiciness that is sure to set the eyes watering, of course we all had to sample just to check! My favourite dish may have been one of the simplest ones, but I implore you to order the baba ganoush, a smoked aubergine dip with pomegranate molasses; this is served with flatbread for you to dip in. I may have been seen to slyly slide this towards me to ensure I had the majority share, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not even sorry! Off of the hot mezze section we enjoyed the cheese sambousk, flaky buttery filo pastry parcels filled with salty soft cheese and halloumi fries both satisfying our cheese lover hearts. The falafel was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a citrus kick to them, this paired with houmous dip is the perfect combination! A surprise favorite of the table was the batata

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Ryan Riley: ‘Life kitchen isn’t medicinal, it isn’t nutritional, it’s about enjoyment’ Life Kitchen offers recipes and cookery classes for people dealing with cancer. Ella Walker meets co-founder Ryan Riley to find out more.

You’ll likely find Sunderland-born Ryan

“I want it to sit on the shelf like a Nigella

Riley in a bright and brilliantly patterned

cookbook,” says Riley. “I didn’t want people

shirt, being incredibly open and making

to think, ‘I’m getting this cookbook because

everyone in the vicinity feel utterly welcome

I’m ill’, but, ‘I’m getting it because it’s about

and valued.

reviving flavour, enjoying food’.

He’s got chat and charisma, and at 26 is

“Life

co-founder of Life Kitchen (lifekitchen.

nutritional,

co.uk), a not-for-profit community interest

adds. “Having cancer treatment, that is

company that runs free cookery classes

always missing. It’s, ‘Get through this’, it’s

and creates recipes for people living with,

survivorship.

Kitchen it’s

isn’t

medicinal,

about

enjoyment,”

isn’t he

and recovering from, cancer. “I wanted to say, ‘Come have a good time’, Aged 18, Riley became his mother Krista’s

because that’s underrated. My mother was

carer after she was diagnosed with terminal

always going to die, so if she could have

small cell lung cancer. “That put me in quite

had more good times, I would have given

a unique position to see everything that

her more good times. And that is the very

was going on with her, from the treatments

cancer when she was 15, ‘Come to London’

to the sadness,” he explains. “She used

- “and she needed no persuasion,” says

to admit to me on the sofa that she didn’t

Riley. “We left the next day.” His winnings

Life Kitchen collaborates with Professor

want to die. She was scared to the very

went on rent. “That is how I’ve always been,”

Barry Smith, founding director of the

last moment,” he continues. “And that was

he says. “I just go for it.”

Centre for the Study of the Senses, on

terrifying for me.”

centre of why I wrote this book.”

flavour combinations and ingredients that The pair set up a fashion magazine and

will offer punch for those whose sense of

Krista died when Riley was 20 and on

started ‘Jamie’s Sundays’, where they’d cook

taste and smell have been altered.

holiday. “My dad called me, he said, ‘You

something from a Jamie Oliver cookbook on

need to get back’, and I never made it back

a Sunday afternoon. One time, while “lovely

“People who come to us so often have been

home in time. I had this real connection and

drunk” and whipping up gyoza (pot sticker

on treatment, or they’ve finished treatment,

this real tragedy with my mother.”

dumplings), they said to each other: “Imagine

and they don’t want to eat because

if we did this as a business?” They sent a

it’s all been bad memories,” says Riley,

Just a few weeks later, Riley won £28,000

sample menu to Camden Market and spent

acknowledging that attending a cookery

pounds at a casino. “Part of me just wanted

the next two years running a street food cart.

class on top of that can be daunting.

mother was dead, I thought, ‘What did it

Life Kitchen combines the strands of this

But then he gets people making pineapple

matter? My life is over’.”

shifting education - from taking care of and

tacos - a slice of pineapple, folded and

honouring their mothers, to cooking for

stuffed with prawns, chilli and lime - all zing,

Instead, he went home, said to his best

hungry punters every day. And the new Life

ideal for triggering saliva production: “It’s

friend

co-founder)

Kitchen cookbook means people who can’t

novel, it’s fun and it gets people back into the

Kimberley Duke, whose own mother died of

make their classes can still access the recipes.

idea that cooking and flavour are possible.”

to just go off the rails,” he recalls. “My

(and

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There’s no pressure to make huge feasts or dig out hundreds of ingredients either, with Riley offering easy ‘flavour hits’ at the beginning of each chapter, to be chucked on whatever you’re eating for a little pizzazz. “If you can’t be bothered to cook the rest of the book because you’ve got no energy, if you’re getting a ready meal, you can throw this gremolata on top, you can boost the flavour, you can add interest,” he buzzes. “If you’re doing a poached egg on toast, that’s not that flavourful, but if you put this on - with garlic, lemon, olive oil and salt it’ll bring it to life. Put it on a shop-bought pasta, on a salad - we’re not trying to make life harder for anyone.” He’s great at offering little tricks to “amp up” a dish, be it by adding cardamom to

cancer]; she had such a connection to it.

The cookbook he says, is a way to “invoke a

lasagne, mixing hot with cold for contrast,

The day she followed me on Instagram was

spark of joy”, and while it’s for people living

creating a ‘library’ of mayonnaise, or just

the best day of my life.”

with cancer, it’s also for everyone else too.

grating fresh ginger into ketchup. While he’s corralled the support of Nigella,

“And it’s as much for me as it is for everyone,”

“I want people to know that it doesn’t have

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Sue Perkins,

says Riley. “It has helped me come to terms

to be scary,” he says, adding that the mental

amongst others, has run free classes for

with a lot of things. It also pushed me to a

boost of making and eating something

hundreds of people dealing with cancer and

place where I was very sad in the middle [of

delicious cannot be overstated. Take his

been dubbed the creator of “food therapy”,

writing it]. There was a point where I was just

Parmesan crusted cod: “It feels elegant. If

he considers himself “a very normal working-

running away from everything because the

you’ve got cancer, you’ve got no energy

class boy in a very weird world”.

pressure was huge. And I guess it’s about bringing back the focus; it’s done now. It’s

and you’re making this for yourself at home and you put it on the plate, it feels like an

And while he and Duke spearheaded Life

achievement.”

Kitchen with real purpose, Riley says “it

about sharing it.”

doesn’t mean it’s easy. I get emails about

Words by Ella Walker, PA

Even better if you pair it with Life Kitchen’s

people saying they loved Life Kitchen, but

Photos by Clare Winfield/Bloomsbury/PA

swift salt and vinegar cucumber, inspired by

unfortunately, they’ve died. It can be really

Nigella. “She just got behind Life Kitchen,”

relentless. I’m really glad that survivorship

Life Kitchen by Ryan Riley, photography by

says Riley of the beloved food writer. “She

is on the up, and that those emails are

Clare Winfield, is published by Bloomsbury,

lost her mother, her husband, her sister [to

hopefully few and far between.”

priced £20.

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INGREDIENTS

100g cooked prawns, shelled 1 red or green chilli, finely chopped, plus extra to serve (optional)

Pineapple Tacos with Prawns, Chilli & Lime

MAKES 20 TACOS

1 lime, zest and juice, plus extra wedges for squeezing (optional) 1 spring onion, sliced into rough matchsticks 1 pineapple, peeled and sliced into waferthin circles A small handful of coriander leaves

1. In a bowl, mix the cooked prawns with the chilli, the lime zest and juice and the spring onion. 2. Fold each pineapple round in half to resemble a taco shell. Fill each shell with an equal amount of the prawn mixture, sprinkle over a few coriander leaves and squeeze over some extra lime, if you like. 3. Serve immediately with optional extra chilli on the side. Life Kitchen by Ryan Riley, photography by Clare Winfield, is published by Bloomsbury, priced £20.

Parmesan Cod with Salt & Vinegar Cucumber

SERVES 4

1. Heat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper. INGREDIENTS

2. Start the salt and vinegar cucumber. Place the cucumber ribbons in a bowl and sprinkle

150g Parmesan, grated

liberally with the salt, making sure all of the cucumber is salted - don’t worry, you’re

2tsp smoked paprika

going to wash off most of the salt later. Set aside.

1 small handful of thyme, leaves picked A pinch of salt A pinch of black pepper

3. To make the cod, in a bowl first mix the parmesan, paprika and thyme leaves with the pinches of salt and pepper.

4 small cod loins (about 140g each) 2 eggs, lightly beaten Good-quality olive oil, to serve

4. One by one, place the cod loins into the beaten eggs and coat well. Then roll each egg-coated loin in the parmesan mixture until coated and place on the lined baking tray. Bake for about eight to 10 minutes, until the cod gently flakes when pushed with

For the salt and vinegar cucumber:

the back of a teaspoon. If you like, give the loins a final minute under a hot grill to get the

1 cucumber, sliced into ribbons

parmesan coating really crispy.

A large pinch of salt 150ml malt vinegar

5. While the cod is in the oven, transfer the cucumber to a sieve and wash off the excess salt under running water.

A B OV E Pineapple tacos from Life Kitchen by Ryan Riley | Clare Winfield/

6. Place the ribbons in a bowl with the malt vinegar and give them a good mix. Leave to lightly pickle until the cod is cooked.

Bloomsbury/PA

7. Serve each cod loin with a generous portion of the salt and vinegar cucumber and LEFT

drizzled with good-quality olive oil.

Parmesan cod with salt & vinegar cucumber from Life Kitchen by Ryan Riley | Clare Winfield/Bloomsbury/PA

Life Kitchen by Ryan Riley, photography by Clare Winfield, is published by Bloomsbury, priced £20.

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FO O D & D R I N K | R EC I P E S BY RYA N R I L E Y

Hot & Cold Pickled Tomatoes with Chilli Yoghurt SERVS 3-5

INGREDIENTS

1. Place a saucepan on a medium heat and add the oil. Bring to a simmer - be very careful

150ml red wine vinegar

as the oil will be extremely hot. After a few moments, drop in a chilli flake: if the oil is hot

1/4tsp fennel seeds

enough, the flake will sizzle slightly.

6 coriander seeds 2 bay leaves 12 mixed-colour cherry tomatoes, halved

2. Remove from the heat and stir in both types of chilli flake. Set aside and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, pour into a sterilised jar and seal with a lid.

or quartered 2tbsp full-fat Greek yoghurt 1tsp Chilli Oil (see below)

3. Stir together the vinegar, both seeds and the bay leaves in a bowl. Place a saucepan on a high heat and pour in half the liquid (with half the aromatics). Bring to the boil, then turn off the heat. Divide the tomatoes between two bowls and pour the hot liquid into

To serve:

one bowl and the cold into the other. Leave for five minutes.

Warmed flatbreads or naan breads A small handful of mint leaves

4. Meanwhile, combine the yoghurt and chilli oil in a bowl.

To make the Chilli Oil:

5. To serve, spread the warmed breads with the chilli yoghurt, top with both hot and cold

200ml rapeseed oil

tomatoes (discarding the bay) and scatter over the mint.

40g dried chipotle chilli flakes 20g red chilli flakes

Life Kitchen by Ryan Riley, photography by Clare Winfield, is published by Bloomsbury,

(Makes 200ml so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have plenty left over)

priced ÂŁ20.

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If you live with LEGO fans, issue them a 30-Day LEGO Challenge and let their imaginations run wild! The prompts included in this printable LEGO calendar do just that. Each day is assigned a task, and it’s up to your creative kiddo to complete it. This website also has a range of other home schooling aids and downloads to help you with ideas for teaching your children.

Joe Wicks, aka The Body Coach is offering his services as the nations PE teacher everyday Monday to Friday at 9am. Visit his YouTube channel, search “The Body Coach TV”, hit subscribed and you will be notified each morning when he goes live. Allowing you to hand over to Joe to do a 30 minute workout class for kids of all ages (plus he encourages teenagers and adults to join in too!). It is a great way to get your kids to interact, connect and laugh along with each other as well as having an active start to the day!

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22. Amusing story (8)

18. Bird of prey (5)

23. In good health (4)

19. Operatic song (4)

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COVID-19 HEALTH & SAFETY STATEMENT At A World Of Furniture, we consider the safety of our customers and our staff to be our top priority. We have now closed all stores in Blandford, Poole, Salisbury and Chandler’s Ford in line with current government advice. We have also suspended all deliveries at this moment in time. If you are awaiting an order, then you will shortly be contacted by us via email or telephone. We are still open for business, and our customers can continue to place orders via our website or over the phone. We will arrange for any orders to be delivered to you as soon as we can, and will continue to offer free delivery to our home postcode areas of SP, SO, DT and BH. Our customer service team is also on-hand via social media, telephone or email if you have any questions about our furniture, delivery options or would like more information about the precautions we are taking to protect your health and safety. We truly value the loyalty of our customers during this challenging time and will endeavour to keep you informed if anything changes.

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