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TO U R D E FO RC E … B I K E S S E T TO B EC O M E P RO D U C T OF THE YEAR Whilst cycling has been a hobby enjoyed by many for a number of years, lockdown has had a huge impact on its popularity. Initially seeking new ways to make the most of the allocated hour of exercise, Brits are now turning to cycling as a way to avoid public transport and keep up fitness levels whilst working from home. The UK’s leading price comparison site, PriceRunner, has reported a huge spike in searches, both for bikes and electric bikes. Interest has doubled for both mountain bikes and electric bikes compared to the same time last year. The postponed Tour de France which is due to start this month, taking place from 29th August – 20th September, and this will certainly inspire even more of us watching from home to invest in a set of two wheels. PriceRunner helps millions of visitors find the best products at the best prices, with hundreds of leading brands and retailers featured and deals and promotions updated daily. On average, shoppers can save 30 to 40% just by comparing prices and choosing the cheapest retailer. Browse the latest deals and offers at www.pricerunner.com.

Matthew commented, “We are delighted to welcome Dani on board. She has much experience in the legal sector, particularly in family law. Her depth of knowledge is very much valued and her upbeat positive attitude is a real boost to the department and the firm.” Dani said, “It’s great to be working at Gales. I’ve been aware of them for many years and they’re very much a part of the local community in Winton and Bournemouth where I live. I can even walk to work now! I’m very much enjoying working with the busy family law team.” Now located on Winton High Street and in Tuckton, Gales Solicitors continue to deliver a professional service from a local base. Offering legal services to both individuals and business clients. The company prides itself on offering expert advice with a friendly face.

BAO SKINCARE was founded by Beth Coldrick, with a dream to help heal and soothe all kinds of skin concerns and to provide quality face and body products using only the best, certified vegan and organic ingredients, offering noticeable results to everyone and every age. Hence calling her brand BAO- meaning Beth’s Aromatherapy Organic! Pronounced “BAY- O”. “Our certified organic and vegan skin care products really do make your skin happy, and our uplifting pure scents help calm the mind too.” Beth Coldrick, Founder. After struggling with her health for many years, in 2009 Beth was diagnosed with Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, due to the side effects from many medications she was taking, Beth started to suffer with extreme sensitive skin, a new and unpleasant experience for her. Using her insider knowledge of the skins structure and its needs, she started to test a plethora of different skincare products, desperate for some relief from her sore skin. Failing to find the perfect product for her, she started to create handmade natural skincare in 2012 that was kind to her skin as well as the environment, this lead to the birth of BAO Skincare. Beth comments: “BAO is built on honesty and I always put my customers first. I welcome feedback, and our customers can contact me anytime via our email or contact form online. I know that happy skin makes you glow from within, so I promise to continue creating my beautiful products and new ways to do this!”

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SOUTHERN Contracts, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of industrial laundry, catering and commercial cleaning equipment has recently revealed their connection to Boaty McBoatface. To cater for the needs of the 90 passengers on board, Southern Contracts have provided top of the range professional laundry and galley equipment. They now have an enviablle reputation as the supplier of commercial laundry and galley machines to a range of industries including marine, leisure, housing associations, local authorities and care sectors, to name but a few. They pride themselves on delivering the very best products and service to customers as can be evidenced by their client testimonials. Contact their expert team of technical staff to provide guidance and advice through every aspect of your purchase and ongoing commitment to service, please telephone 01202 422100 or visit www. southerncontracts.co.uk.

RICK STEIN’S CHARITY LU N C H R A I S E S £ 3 ,1 0 0 FO R LO CAL H OS PI C E Forest Holme Hospice celebrated receiving a donation of £3,100 from Rick Stein’s restaurant in Sandbanks, which they raised through a special charity initiative earlier this year before lockdown. The popular seafood restaurant organised a special three course charity lunch during January with a percentage of each meal going to the Poole-based charity. The money will help fund the provision of end of life care and support to more than 1,000 people each year with advanced cancer and other life-limiting illnesses across Poole, Wimborne and the Isle of Purbeck. Due to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the charity is expected to have an estimated deficit of over £350,000 this financial year.

The retail team has put in place special measures to ensure they can start to trade again, whilst keeping customers, staff and volunteers safe and following the guidance of the Government and Public Health England. Shops in Wimborne, Westbourne and Ashley Cross will remain closed for the time being, but make sure to keep up to date with the hospice’s latest news by following them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn and check the charity’s website for updates. Numbers of people in the shops will be limited to ensure social distancing can be adhered to correctly, there will be antibacterial gel on hand for shoppers to use and customers must adhere to Government guidelines and wear facial masks when they are inside our shop.

Paul Tucker, Fundraising and Communications Manager at Forest Holme said, “We were so pleased to have been chosen by the restaurant and absolutely thrilled with the amount raised. Rick Stein’s have previously supported us with a Coffee Morning and we want to thank all their amazing staff and customers for their support and generosity. This money will make a big difference to local people who need our care and support at the most difficult time of their lives.”

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SEPTEMBER Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, is to open again to the public on Tuesday 15 September, six months to the day after closing in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial reopening is very limited and restricted to the Cinema, the Beacon café, ticket office and some behind-closeddoors rehearsals, courses and classes. Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra is also expected to resume rehearsals in the Concert Hall. During this period Lighthouse will be developing a pop-up film studio for creating digital content for live streaming of concerts and other performances whilst audiences are unable to attend indoor performances. “We’re thrilled and delighted to be able to welcome back even a few of our regular users to this wonderful building that we have all missed so much,” says Lighthouse Chief Executive Elspeth McBain. “Lighthouse has been in hibernation since March, but our small team has been working incredibly hard behind the scenes to be ready for this happy day when we can open our doors again and get the lights back on. “This is just the first step and it feels like a giant leap forward, but until we get clear guidance from government it is impossible to say when we can welcome back audiences to live performances. We remain hopeful that this will be some time this year. “In the meantime, we are doing all we can to ensure that our resident orchestra, arts partners and the community can access some if not all of our facilities.”

D O U B LE H N U RS ERI ES D O NATE O RC H I D S TO N E W LE WI SMAN N I N G H OS PI C E CAR E PR EM I S ES Double H Nurseries in New Milton has handed over 40 orchids and pots to LewisManning Hospice Care in Poole. The hospice’s new building is full of bright and vibrant colours and the addition of orchids compliments its homely interior design. Commercial Manager, Gary Shorland advised, “We are delighted to be able to support the hospice. We heard about their new building on Longfleet Road in Poole and wanted to help brighten up the space.” Lewis Manning Hospice Care CEO, Clare Gallie said, “We are thrilled to accept these orchids. They are absolutely stunning and have certainly made an instant impact. Every staff member has an orchid on their desk. We offer a huge thank you to Gary and his team at Double H Nurseries. We have been overwhelmed with the generosity of local businesses who have helped bring happiness to our incredible members of staff, as well as our patients, during a time when we need to support and help each other most.”

A post-lockdown launch proved different but hugely successful as Bournemouth’s highly anticipated Kala Thai restaurant and bar opened its doors. Kala Thai, is based at Old Christchurch Road opposite Horseshoe Common in the heart of the town, is an independent restaurant operated by Thai businessman and chef Tom Saengthong. The restaurant features a bespoke carved wood interior, metalwork art panels and authentic freshly prepared drinks and dishes which use only the finest produce, no bar syrups nor bought in catering supplies. All of the food is created fresh every morning by Tom and the chefs, even the spring rolls are handmade on the premises. The team hosted two separate launch events one for editors and bloggers and the other for a small group of invited guests to adhere to the government guidelines. Said Tom, “We were not sure what to expect since Covid delayed our launch. It was such a shame had so many delays with materials and that we couldn’t have the big launch party we’d originally planned but we are most grateful that since we’ve opened we’ve been full almost every evening and we’re seeing repeat customers come back to us.” The menu features satays, stir fries, noodles, soups, rice and the house signature dish, Weeping Tiger (Thai style steak), grilled sirloin steak marinated in coriander, cumin, Thai dark rum and light soy sauce served on an oriental stone with asparagus and tamarind lime and chilli dip. Lunch, from 12-3pm offers one and two-course options with favourites such as chicken satay skewers, chicken tom yum soup, green curry and pad Thai chicken and at a reasonable price of £9.95 for two courses.

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CANFORD CLIFFS | POA A stunning 5 bedroom character home located on a tree lined avenue within a prestigious location. Beautifully remodelled with exceptional features including an open plan kitchen/ family/dining room with bi folding doors, 4 luxury bath/ shower rooms and a private south-westerly facing garden.

WEST CLIFF | GUIDE PRICE £350,000

MOORDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £495,000

Idyllic location moments from the beach. A beautifully presented first floor apartment within an attractive character conversion offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, modern kitchen, spacious living/dining room with stunning bay window, southerly balcony, allocated parking and immaculate communal gardens

A beautifully presented detached character house located in a premier residential location. Benefitting from a open plan living dining room, four bedrooms, ensuite and a luxury shower room. Off road parking and detached garage.

BOURNEMOUTH | POA

MUSCLIFF | OIEO £250,000

QUEENS PARK | £315,000

A superbly presented three double bedroom detached character house located in a popular residential location. Benefitting from two reception rooms, modern fitted kitchen/breakfast room, off road parking and southerly facing private rear garden.

A superbly presented two double bedroom house located in a popular residential location within easy reach of Bournemouth town centre, Castlepoint and main transport links. Benefitting from a modern fitted kitchen and bathroom and off road parking.

A stunning two double bedroom character apartment situated in the sought after queens park. The property features a modern kitchen, spacious living/dining area, master bedroom with an en-suite and walk in wardrobe. Superbly maintained communal grounds, garage and parking.

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

TALBOT WOODS | OIEO £950,000 A substantial five bedroom, two reception room detached character house situated within one of Tablot Woods premier roads. Positioned on a large, private plot and benefitting from an open plan kitchen/ breakfast room, ground floor shower room, garage and ample off road parking.

BOURNEMOUTH | POA

LITTLEDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £650,000

A stunning three bedroom, two bath/shower room penthouse apartment located in the exclusive Exton Gardens development. The property features a stunning open plan kitchen/ dining/living room, sunny aspect balcony and secure covered parking. Residents swimming pool, sauna and gym.

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.

WEST CLIFF | GUIDE PRICE £430,000

ENSBURY PARK | OIEO £325,000

SOUTHBOURNE | £200,000

A stunning three double bedroom maisonette situated in the sought after West Cliff location moments from Bournemouth town centre and award winning sandy beaches. Offering generous living accommodation with many original features and further benefiting from allocated parking and share of freehold.

A spacious three bedroom semi-detached character house fully refurbished and within popular school catchments. The property benefits from a sitting/dining room, private garden, garage and off road parking. No forward chain.

A superbly presented two double bedroom first floor apartment located in a premier location within easy reach of Southbourne high street and the award winning sandy beaches. Benefitting from a modern fitted kitchen and bathroom, covered allocated parking and a long lease.

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

WEST PARLEY | £850,000 This beautifully finished and extremely versatile four double bedroom, one bathroom, one shower room detached family home has a 19ft conservatory overlooking a 110ft secluded rear garden with a single garage and off-road parking for several vehicles.

GOLF LINKS ROAD | £800,000 SOLE AGENT A substantially enlarged and modernised five bedroom, two bathroom, two en-suite shower room, detached chalet bungalow, sitting centrally on a large and private plot measuring in excess of ¼ of an acre with a single garage and generous off-road parking. Enjoying arguably one of Ferndown’s most sought after locations.

CARROLL AVENUE | £725,000

WEST PARLEY | £675,000 SOLE AGENT

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 recently modernised and extremely spacious four bedroom, two reception room, one bathroom, one shower room detached bungalow has a landscaped and private south westerly facing garden, double garage and generous off-road parking for numerous vehicles. Tucked away at the end of a sought after cul-de-sac location within West Parley.

NORTHBOURNE £525,000 SOLE AGENT

FERNODWN | £525,000 SOLE AGENT

FERNDOWN | £480,000 SOLE AGENT

SPAPEHILL | £475,000 SOLE AGENT

A modern detached four double bedroom, two bathroom detached family home, benefitting from a large outbuilding and offroad parking for several vehicles. Enjoying a convenient location within Northbourne close to amenities.

A beautifully presented four double bedroom detached family home, with a 21ft lounge, secluded and private rear garden, single garage, and generous off-road parking. Situated in the heart of Ferndown, this property is within close proximity of local conveniences. Can be offered with vacant possession.

This immaculately presented and beautifully modernised four double bedroom, three reception room, two bathroom detached family home occupies a good sized corner plot. Situated on the edge of a small select development close to all of Ferndown’s amenities. Offered with no onward chain.

This deceptively spacious and extended two double bedroom, two reception room detached bungalow has a 55ft west facing rear garden, detached single garage and generous off-road parking. Enjoying a delightful semi-rural location, whilst situated conveniently for both Wimborne and Ferndown.

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

LONE PINE WAY | GP £700,000 SOLE AGENT This recently modernised and substantially enlarged four double bedroom, one bathroom, two shower room, two reception room detached chalet style family home has a private enclosed rear garden and a driveway providing generous off-road parking. The property is tucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac approximately 300 metres from acres of Ferndown’s heathland, situated in arguably one of Ferndown’s most sought after locations.

WEST PARLEY | £675,000 SOLE AGENT

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £625,000

WEST PARLEY | £625,000 SOLE AGENT

This superbly appointed and substantially enlarged four double bedroom, one bathroom, two shower room detached chalet style family home has a 90ft secluded and landscaped rear garden and a driveway providing generous off-road parking. Situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac whilst enjoying a sought after area of West Parley.

This superbly positioned and extremely spacious four double bedroom, one shower room, one bathroom detached chalet style family home has a 100ft secluded, private and west facing rear garden, detached garage and generous off-road parking for several vehicles. Occupying a 0.23 of an acre plot tucked away at the end of a sought after town centre cul-de-sac.

This modernised and versatile three double bedroom, one bathroom, two shower room detached chalet bungalow has a 75ft private west facing rear garden, 27ft garage, 23ft garage and driveway providing generous off-road parking. Occupying a large plot which measures approximately 1/8 of an acre, enjoying a sought after cul-de-sac location within West Parley.

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £550,000 SOLE AGENT This beautifully finished and substantially enlarged four double bedroom, one bathroom, two shower room detached family home with a 70ft private garden which backs onto acres of heathland and driveway providing generous off road parking for several vehicles.

DUDSBURY ROAD | £550,000 This recently modernised and superbly finished three double bedroom, two bathroom detached bungalow has secluded and enclosed rear gardens, a detached double garage and generous off-road parking. Occupying a good sized corner plot in a sought after location within West Parley.

WEST PARLEY | £545,000 SOLE AGENT

FERNDOWN | £500,000 SOLE AGENT

This beautifully presented and extremely spacious three double bedroom, one bathroom, one shower room, two reception room detached bungalow occupies a large and secluded plot which is approaching 1/5 of an acre, with a workshop, 14ft garage, an additional 30ft tandem garage and generous off-road parking for several vehicles.

This immaculately presented and superbly positioned three double bedroom, one bathroom, one shower room detached bungalow, sits proudly on a large southerly facing private plot whilst tucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac location.

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

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Stunning and unique home close to sandy beaches Set just 500 yards from the sandy beaches and sea, midway between Branksome Dene Chine and Branksome Chine is this unique 11-year-old home, having been meticulously replanned, extended and remodelled by its present owner, who is a civil engineer ensuring an exacting standard to all improvements. Offering almost 4,000 square feet of stunning accommodation, the property provides an ideal combination of contemporary features and traditional style. This is typified by the conventional layout of the property with a modern twist, blended with cutting edge electronics and stylish fittings. The design works exceptionally well with remarkably

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The front is accessed via electric gates to a generous blocked paved driveway leading to the double garage, which has an electronic up and over door and a personal door to the utility room. With a ‘boutique hotel’ feel, this interior designed home has charm and style using textured wall coverings, luxurious fittings and is tastefully appointed throughout.

LOWER PARKSTONE £1,100,000 H E A R N E S 01202 377377 | poole@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com

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LYTCHETT MATRAVERS | £575,000

POOLE TOWN CENTRE | £200,000

LILLIPUT | £950,000

A stylish 4/5 bedroom, 3 bathroom chalet style detached home in this semi-rural location which has been completely refurbished and had a substantial two storey extension added by the present owners over the last 18 months. The hub of the home is a stunning kitchen/dining/family room which opens onto the terrace.

A delightfully spacious and immaculately presented 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom first floor apartment, set in Poole Town Centre just 650 metres from Poole Quay. The property benefits from a private roof garden with a summer house, en suite shower room and a new 125 year lease.

A beautifully presented and particularly spacious 4/5 bedroom detached home with views over the roofs opposite of Poole Harbour to Brownsea Island and The Purbecks beyond. This stylish home has been extensively refurbished by the present owner over the last year. Must be seen to be fully appreciated!

UPTON | £525,000

HAMWORTHY | OIEO £355,000

PARKSTONE | £299,950

A simply stunning 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached family home built in 2018 with a splendid kitchen/dining room, landscaped garden, garage, and off street parking for 2 vehicles in a private driveway. Set in a semi-rural setting with lovely walks from the doorstep.

A superb end of terrace house built in 2017 with 3 bedrooms, a Juliet balcony in bedroom 2 with distant views of Holes Bay, 2 bathrooms, a stunning kitchen/dining room, generous south facing garden and allocated parking. The property is set in a fantastic location within ½ a mile of Hamworthy Park.

A well-presented 1930’s 3 bedroom semi-detached family home, set in an elevated position with a delightful rear garden and double width driveway. The current owners have made many improvements to include double glazing throughout, new combination gas boiler, redecorating, restoring picture rails, skirting boards, plastering, new internal hardwood doors, laying Karndean style flooring in the entrance hall and sitting room and landscaping the rear garden.

POOLE | £272,500

POOLE | £235,000 - £249,000

BRANKSOME | £399,950

A superb 5th floor, 2 bedroom apartment situated opposite Poole Park benefiting from a lovely southerly balcony which has amazing views over the park with harbour glimpses, a shower room, additional cloakroom, garage, and spacious lounge. Offered with immediate vacant possession.

Luxurious 1 bedroom apartments in this simply outstanding retirement development which was completed in 2017. Both are set on the 1st floor and include a modern fitted kitchen, plenty of storage, private balconies and have been finished to a stunning specification.

Ideal for anyone self-employed needing storage facilities and parking, this tastefully decorated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached chalet bungalow is in a quiet and secluded location. It has a driveway providing parking for 6 to 7 vehicles plus large timber garage with gym/storeroom behind, a storage yard and further breeze block building providing three good size storerooms with power and lighting.

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

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Dean Park | 01202 555 550

£3,250,000 Wimborne | 01202 842842

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are delighted to offer for sale this 10 bedroom family home located just a few hundred yards walk from Bournemouth town centre. This property is one of the few original Victorian Villas left as single dwellings in the Bournemouth area and is set in grounds of approximately three quarters of an acre with large southerly gardens, a swimming pool and extensive parking and garaging. Stunning 10 bedroom Victorian villa | 2 further reception rooms | Rare central location in Dean Park | Multi vehicle carport and large garage | Swimming pool | 3/4 acre plot | Large contemporary kitchen | 2 bedroom guest lodge in grounds | 33’ drawing room | A few minutes’ walk from town and beach | EPC D

Throop Road | 01202 555 550

Guide Price

Located in the picturesque Dorset village of Witchampton, this quintessentially English grade ii listed thatched cottage is set in an elevated position with delightful views of the Cranborne Chase area of outstanding natural beauty. The property is spacious and well proportioned, affording great versatility for family living. Character cottage family home | Grade II listed | Four well proportioned double bedrooms | Superbly presented throughout | A wealth of character features | No forward chain | EPC exempt

£1,250,000 Lower Parkstone | 01202 744 944

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are delighted to bring to the market Hewett’s Gardens; an exceptionally spacious detached family home, offering six bedrooms, extensive parking, a large south-west facing garden, annex living, as well as much more. This property boasts a premium finish and contemporary style throughout. Six bedrooms | Conservatory | Detached | Extensive front driveway | Annex | Detached stables and storage | Large south-west facing garden | Separate utility room | Double garage | Close to Castlepoint shopping centre | EPC D

£1,175,000

£1,225,000

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are delighted to bring to the market this exceptional six bedroom detached family home spread over four floors in the sought after location of Ashley Cross. Offering a large open plan kitchen / dining room with a breakfast bar, separate utility room, double integral garage, a master bedroom with built-in wardrobes, en-suite bathroom and private balcony, this beautiful family home is sure to impress even the most discerning of buyers. Six bedroom luxury detached house | Master bedroom with en-suite, built-in wardrobes and private balcony | Two large balconies | Sought after tranquil Ashley Cross location | Open plan kitchen / dining room with breakfast bar | Presented over four floors | EPC C

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Corfe Mullen | 01202 842842

Guide Price £975,000

Ferndown | 01202 855595

Guide Price £950,000

This outstanding family residence has been extensively refurbished by the current owners to an exacting standard and offers immaculately presented, spacious, light and well proportioned accommodation with open plan living space, stunning bespoke kitchen and luxuriously appointed bathrooms. All set in generous grounds.

An absolutely stunning, recently extended and remodelled six bedroom detached family home finished to an exceptionally high standard of finish and design throughout providing approx. 3,200 sq ft of accommodation over three floors of well-planned living space over three floors. This property simply has to be viewed to be fully appreciated.

Hamworthy | 01202 744 944

£800,000 Lower Parkstone | 01202 744 944

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. Beautifully presented three bedroom house | Garden room with substantial lantern light | Minutes’ walk to the beach | Off road parking | Close to harbour and marina | EPC D

£750,000

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are delighted to offer this impeccably presented five-bedroom detached house in the very desirable area of Ashley Cross. This property offers over 2600 sq feet of living space spread over three floors, a generous sized garden and a private front driveway with gates and ample parking space. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate this property. Beautifully presented detached house | Rear garden with sun deck | Five bedrooms | Garage, car port & basement | Ample off road parking | Gates enclosing driveway | Separate utility room | En-suite to master bedroom | Walking distance to Ashley Cross | Fitted wardrobes in all bedrooms | EPC E

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OIEO

£700,000 Verwood | 01202 829777

This substantial family home occupies an elevated position just a short walk from Wimborne town centre. Beautifully presented throughout accommodation is spacious and light and includes five bedrooms, three bathrooms and well proportioned living space enjoying delightful views of the garden. Detached family home | Five bedrooms | Three bathrooms | Kitchen/dining room | Lounge and separate sitting room | Study and utility | Garage and parking | Private rear garden | Walk to town centre | Views towards the minster | EPC D

Holdenhurst Village | 01202 555550

£700,000

A stunning double fronted character residence. Lovingly restored by the owners this stunning home oozes original features throughout and has been impeccably decorated using Heritage colours in keeping with its age. The property further boasts Heritage sash windows, feature fireplaces and a beautiful kept English cottage style garden. Sitting on a generous plot within the village centre with all amenities on its doorstep. Generous plot | Beautiful bespoke kitchen | Sprawling garden room | Formal lounge and dining room | Stunning rear garden | Driveway and detached double garage | EPC D

£680,000 Ferndown | 01202 855595

Edwards Fine & Country are delighted to bring to the market this exceptionally spacious semi-detached family home with extensive parking and a conservatory. With three double bedrooms, a detached garage, a substantial garden and being located in a fantastic location, this property has plenty to offer.

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OIEO £650,000

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A newly built three double bedroom detached bungalow, boasting two en suites and sizeable accommodation. Situated just off an unmade road, in a popular residential location, this property is located within walking distance of the local supermarket, local pubs and restaurants, leisure facilities and the town centre.

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An immaculately presented and extensively updated and remodelled, four double bedroom detached family home, with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Set within this semi rural location, with main commuter routes, equestrian facilities, and Wimborne and Ringwood market towns only a short drive away.

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Property market on fire with demand for Sandbanks second homes I’m writing this early on the morning after

• Mortgage Interest Relief. The new rules

France and Denmark have been added to

restricting tax relief on interest payments

the list of countries requiring quarantine in

do not apply to holiday lets.

return to the UK and I’m expecting another

• Capital Gains Tax Furnished Holiday Lets

deluge of phone calls from people switching

qualify for entrepreneurs relief giving a

to a UK holiday. We are sold out for the

flat rate of 10% on disposal compared to

summer including most of September and

a minimum of 18% and typically 28% on

bookings for next year are double compared

taken away and you spend your time there

to this point last year. It’s clear we are going

enjoying the house instead of meeting

to see increased demand for many years

tradesmen or doing jobs yourself.

From

furnished holiday let and buy another

so it’s fortunate this is being balanced by a

arriving late to crisp sheets and shopping in

the gain can be ‘rolled over’ into the new

massive increase in enquiries from people

the fridge to leaving late on a Sunday without

property so the tax is not payable at that

looking to buy a home and rent it out.

cleaning up the experience is more like a

point provided the new property is of

holiday and when you let friends or family

equal or greater value. Note that capital

Last month I highlighted some of the

use the place you won’t have to field the calls

gains tax does not apply after death so

logic behind this which may have started

about something not working. It feels like you

if you never sell the property you never

with the difficulties of going abroad but is

get all these services for free as they come

pay the tax.

really being driven by new flexible working

out of the rent and there’s a nice bit of profit

arrangements allowing even the most senior

every year to spend on something special.

buy to lets. (Lifetime limit of £1m applies) • Rollover

Relief.

When

you

sell

What do I need to do to qualify as a FHL (Furnished Holiday Let)?

staff to work away from the office combined with the feeling it’s a safe place to park your

And Now The Nice Bits!

You have to make the property available for

capital with a reasonable and reliable yield.

• No Council Tax or Business Rates.

holidays for most of the year and you can’t

Furnished Holiday Lets are business

do a 6 month winter let. On the practical

Why would you even bother renting if

rated and subject to small business rate

side you need to furnish the place and if

you can afford not to?

relief (one property only).

you don’t want to create a lot of work for

The financial benefits as detailed below are

• Capital Allowances on Commencement.

yourself you’ll need to employ an agent

really good and many owners don’t like an

Little known niche in the tax rules mean that

offering full service including cleaning,

asset just sitting there running up bills but

a substantial write down of the property

linen and callout service for guests.

there’s much more to it than just money.

infrastructure can be made leading to a

Running it as a business through a full service

significant ‘tax free’ income period which

Simon Tolson owns Rumsey of Sandbanks,

agency means that much of the hassle is

can run to many years.

a holiday letting agency.

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understand the demand for high quality electric fires that we can ensure meet the trends in dĂŠcor and interior styling. With this in mind we have added the New Forest 870 to our range, a smaller version of the much loved New Forest 1200. Unveiling two new product lines The

two

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Easy ways to make your home feel lighter and brighter Rooms feeling a bit dark and dingy? Here’s how to brighten them up… Homes tend to feel pokier the more time you spend in them – and at a time of national claustrophobia, we could all benefit from a bit of a refresh. Here’s how to make your home feel bright and breezy, without spending hours in showrooms or breaking the bank… 1. Let their be light Often, the simplest way to brighten up a dwelling is to add more light. Use accent lighting (smaller, directed sources like lamps) to emphasise focal points, like desks and tables, and give a space a sense of texture and contrast. Make sure said lights aren’t too concentrated, though – you’re going for layered illumination, not a spotlight from a police interrogation room. Consider kitting out fixings with ‘white light’ bulbs, which serve up a cool, daytime feel compared to their cosier, yellower counterparts. 2. Leave your windows clear Could you do more to maximise natural light? Placing a tall item of furniture next to a south-facing window is a classic design sin, and you don’t want hatstands or shelving unit casting a swathe of shadow across a room that should be bathed in light.

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If possible, keep your furnishings low-slung across the board. However cluttered your floor space, if most of the volume of a room is empty, it provides unbroken lines of light and sight. The higher the ceiling seems, the breezier and bigger the room will feel. 3. Add some plants The positive effects of nature on the psyche has been studied time and again, and even a few paltry pot plants can help a room feel instantly fresher and more lively. Spending time around greenery has a regenerative effect,

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4. Master the mirrors Wall-mounted, full-length, or even dainty and decorative, mirrors will always brighten your abode, and a little strategic positioning can really optimise the ambience. A mirror opposite a door can visually double a room’s depth, lending any area the illusion of space, while a mirror opposite a window sends natural light bouncing from wall to wall. For added glamour, you could even experiment with mirrored furniture. 5. Consider your colours There’s nothing to say you can’t go for darker colours in small spaces, providing it’s done right. But generally speaking, lighter shades absorb light far less than darker ones, and a fairer palette leaves a room looking big, bright and breezy. Pale, natural woods, whitewashed window sills, a cream-coloured couch or on-trend pastel furnishings – anything that takes your fancy can play a part in this – but most important by far is your paint or wallpaper. Dark walls can be elegant and attractive, but if it’s bright and airy you’re after, you might want to go for softer shades.

6. Give it a good clean Which do you think looks brighter and cleaner: a surface coated in a layer of grey grime and dust, or a freshly cleaned surface sparkling in the morning sun? The humble duster is perhaps your greatest ally in the battle against dinginess, and you won’t always be able to tell whether an area is poky until you’ve seen it after a good scrub.

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7. ‘Wash’ your walls No, not another way of telling you to get cleaning – by ‘wash’ your walls, we mean bathe them in horizontal splashes of light. This is usually achieved by putting a lamp tight against the wall, so that light spills across the surface at an acute angle, giving the impression that the whole space is aglow. Wall-washing can be as economical as it is attractive, and it’s better to bathe one area with a broad sheet of light than clutter it with a crowd of fixings. 8. Include at least a little contrast It may sound counter-intuitive, but an entirely light space can start to feel cold and washed-out. Try to integrate some darker colours with slim, linear furnishings like chairs or picture frames, that adds definition to the overall look. Contrast is your friend, and the light will shine all the brighter for the introduction of a little dark. Words by Luke Rix-Standing, PA Photos credit iStock/PA

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EQUITY RELEASE: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY REBECCA EAST, SOLICITOR, DUTTON GREGORY What is equity release? More people are finding themselves in need of cash during their retirement due to a lack of savings. Equity release is available to people over the age of 55 as a way of extracting cash tied up in your home to provide you with a cash lump sum.

3 Under a Home Reversion plan, you can sell some, or all, of your home ownership to provide a lump sum of money without needing to pay any rent back. How can I apply for equity release?

There are two types of Equity Release:

There are a couple ways to do this:

• Lifetime Mortgage: You borrow a proportion of your home’s value (e.g. £50,000) with interest then charged. You don’t have to make monthly repayments on this. Instead, the interest is added to the loan and would then be repaid upon eventual sale of your property.

• Speak to an equity release specialist mortgage broker who will arrange the most suitable product for you and discuss how much money you’d like to draw down.

• Home Reversion: An equity release company buys a share of your property (e.g. 10%) for less than the market value. When you die or move into long-term care, and the property is sold, the provider gets the same share of whatever your home sells for as repayment. Home reversion plans are only available to people aged 65 or older. How does it benefit me? 3 Gives you cash up front. 3 Any money released is tax free. 3 Affords you a better quality of life. 3 Enables you to release equity from your home’s value while living in the property. 3 The ‘no-negative equity guarantee’ offered by all Equity Release Council-approved lenders means that any debt that is created, plus any interest, will never become more than the property’s future value. 3 Under a Lifetime Mortgage, you can choose to either pay the interest each month to avoid the debt increasing or allow it to be continually added to the amount borrowed.

• Instruct a solicitor who will review the mortgage offer and deal with the lender’s solicitor. We will also sort all the paperwork and ensure you receive the correct advice. Can I release equity during the coronavirus pandemic? Yes, absolutely! Mortgage lenders and brokers are open and accepting applications with initial appointments by telephone or video call. Properties can now be valued by surveyors remotely which means the application can still proceed without anyone coming into your home. At Dutton Gregory, we have adapted to using video conferencing calls to offer face-to-face advice even during these unusual times. With equity release rates still relatively low, as well as the ability to make flexible repayments, now could be a good time to speak to a qualified equity release adviser to discuss your options. You can speak to one of our experts today: Call 02380 221344 or email contact@duttongregory.co.uk Video conferencing is available upon request

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What’s even more special is Charlie’s approach to sustainability. The site isn’t connected to mains services; it relies solely on solar thermal panels, a biomass generator, plus borehole and spring water supply for all its power. There’s plenty to explore on foot or by bicycle, and a variety of activities – such as fishing, birdwatching and stargazing around the campfire – can be enjoyed without even venturing off the grounds. A seasonal highlight includes picking the estate’s cherries, apples, plums and damsons throughout May to September. What can you do in the area? Also known as the surfing capital of the UK, Newquay offers some of the best wave-catching opportunities all year round. If you’re new to surfing, you might want to settle for either Towan, Great Western or Newquay beach, but if you’re up for more of a challenge, head for the impressive waves at Fistral. There are plenty of spots to rent out wetsuits nearby, if you haven’t got one to hand. I’d highly recommend Slide & Glide, where you can hire a wetsuit for a daily rate of £5.

One of the latest sites to open is Fir Hill Estate, situated a 10-minute drive outside Newquay, on the edge of Porth Reservoir in Cornwall. Spread across the 62-acre historical family estate, Mongolian Gers (a type of yurt) come equipped with a traditional firepit, barbecue stove and cooking facilities. What’s the story? The estate was purchased by Charlie Hoblyn in 2012, and since then, he’s worked hard to restore it from ruin. With astonishing ambition and dogged determination, he’s completely transformed the far-reaching grounds, which now comprise of majestic woodlands, a renovated barn with cosy leisure areas, and even a beautifully-restored orchard with over 200 fruit trees.

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The friendly staff have excellent local knowledge, and also offer a range of customised surfboards, designed specifically for the surf around the area. Need to brush up on your surf skills with the help of a friendly instructor? I’d highly recommend Newquay Activity Centre (newquayactivitycentre.co.uk) on Towan beach, which offers a range of other outdoor activities, too, including stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking and coasteering. (Taster surf lessons from £35pp.) If lying flat against the waves is more your thing, try the incredible selection of wooden bodyboards at Dick Pearce & Friends (dickpearce.com). Dick and co. have been handcrafting their so-called ‘bellyboards’ for decades, using sustainable materials, and their slick design means you’re guaranteed a thrilling ride in the tide. What to eat and drink Cornish pasties are delicious at any time of year. The distinctive D-shaped delights come with an interesting past. Many years ago, miners in the region needed something substantial to fuel their physically demanding jobs, but the snack had to be convenient to eat, as they risked contaminating their food with poisonous chemicals on their hands.

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The large crust of the Cornish pasty provided a solution:

This cosy spot overlooks Fistral beach, whose wild

the ‘handlebar’ was easy to hold onto but could be

waves give way to a gently lapping tide beneath the

discarded afterwards, so the miners didn’t fall ill.

sensational Cornish sunset. A perfect end to a glorious glamping experience, in a town full of character, in a

If you’re looking for a traditional, locally-produced pasty

county brimming with beauty.

to sample, try Morris Pasties (morris-pasties.co.uk). The recipe for their hand-crimped beauties is held secret

How to plan your trip

with the family solicitor.

A five-night self-catering break in a yurt (sleeping up to six people) at the Fir Hill Estate (thefirhill.co.uk; 07831

For bigger meals, one spot worth visiting is Bush Pepper

800 701) costs from £600.

(bushpepper.co.uk) in the heart of Newquay. Chef Chris Brookes creates Australian-influenced cuisine using

A two-hour taster surf lesson with Newquay Activity

some of Cornwall’s finest ingredients. Nothing beats

Centre (newquayactivitycentre.co.uk; 01637 877722)

their delicious Dukkah Eggs on toasted sourdough,

costs from £35 per person, or book a private family surf

using Cornish free range poached eggs, dukkah,

lesson from £169 for four.

smashed avocado, halloumi and a wedge of lemon. A great morning fix before heading out for a surf. (Evening

For more information on Newquay, visit

menu options from £17 and a bottle of wine from £18.)

www.newquaybid.co.uk.

After a long day of exploring, head to the Carnmarth

Words by Gareth Cotter-Stone, PA

Hotel (carnmarth.com) for one of their signature Cornish Bramble cocktails, while soaking up the stunning ocean views. (Mains from £12 and cocktails from £8.)

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Residential Sales, Commercial Property & Lettings

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Fantastic character 4 double bed family home in heart of Southbourne, garage & parking, Vendor Suited – A must see property. Close to beach and the Grove

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INTERIORS | COOKES

Have you visited Cookes recently? The team were very busy during lockdown completing our renovation works at our Christchurch store.

Our 25 000 square foot store offers a more relaxed and comfortable experience with new lighting, flooring and brand new displays with our premium brands. Our furniture departments are arranged over 3 floors, with a customer lift and offer high quality branded furniture with five furniture departments â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fitted kitchens, Carpets and Flooring, Fitted bedroom and Office furniture. So whether you need a new sofa suite, dining set or bedroom furniture come and see us. HOT OFF THE PRESS! And as of September we are excited to announce our partnership with 4 complementary local businesses to offer kitchens, flooring and in-house interior design services with our new partners Portman Stone, Classic kitchens Direct, Kimbers Flooring and Coral Interiors.

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Option 1. Safe Hours, VIP Experience A Private in-store appointment with a Sales Consultant between 8am - 10am, Monday to Saturday. This is a fully Private appointment in our showroom. With the front doors closed you have 2 hours of 100% private shopping time, to explore our wonderful range of products and receive that expert advice we are renowned for - Shop like a VIP!

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Option 2. One to One In-store shopping Experience Furniture shopping at its best. Enjoy a One to One shopping experience with a dedicated member of our Sales Team, who will show you around our vast selection of furniture. Offering that expert guidance to ensure your purchase is perfect for you and the way you live.

Option 3. Virtual Shopping Experience All the fun of shopping at Cookes, without leaving the comfort and safety of your own home. Via Video Call (over mobile phone, tablet or PC) Let our team take all of the hassle out of going furniture shopping. Book a day and time that suits you, then simply log on and chat to our expert team, who are here in our showroom. It’s the same expert advice, just safer and totally hassle free. We will discuss your requirements and

ABOUT COOKES

explore the showroom to find the right product for you. We can even demonstrate the furniture and let you see it in action. It really is that simple to shop at Cookes!

We’re a family business, established

James Pike now responsible for

in 1972 by Edward Cooke and Son

running the business, family is still

Graham, we’ve grown from our

at the heart of everything we do.

original Birmingham store

Simon Houghton is the Executive Manager of the Christchurch Store

Furniture

trends

may

have

and with his team, prove invaluable

changed over the years, but

to Cookes, offering the highest

our values haven’t. We still pride

levels of customer service and

ourselves on offering the personal

exceptional knowledge.

experience you’d expect from one of the UKs leading furniture

It’s all part of our commitment to

retailers. And with Graham Cooke

our customers.

and his three daughters along with Managing

C O N TAC T

ADDRESS

01202 488 388

Cookes Furniture, 105 Somerford Road,

www.cookesfurniture.co.uk

Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 3PX

Director,

Son-In-Law

From our family, to yours.

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HOUSE & LIFEST YLE | THE ART OF PRINT

Print is dead... or is it? With 82% of Internet users trusting print ads more than any other advertising medium, we talk to Ross Stallion and Gary Pearce, owners of House & Lifestyle magazine, about the future of print advertising, the best way to market your business and what not to do.

Some people say print advertising is

you need to keep your target market in

dead and Internet marketing is the future,

mind. The message should be focused on

what would you say to that?

the customers needs rather than your own.

ROSS: It really depends on what you are trying to sell, if you sell T-shirts or low value

ROSS: I agree, our business will only rise

items for example, then the Internet is

by lifting others. Put simply by advertising

fantastic, it’s quick and easy, with the touch

you’re fishing and your ad space is bait, use

of a button it’s purchased. However, if you

the wrong bait and you won’t catch as many

are spending £1,000+ on items such as

fish. However, things have changed over the

sofas or kitchens then people just don’t trust

last few years. A lot of businesses still like to

the Internet like they do print advertising.

run traditional adverts, a big picture of what

reading adverts. Plus, advertorials make the

they sell along with their massive logos and

advertiser look like part of the magazine

If you are a local company, promoting your

contact details, research has shown only

rather than just an ad within it.

services to local people, then print is the

about 8% of magazine readers will digest that

way to go! People trust you and what your

information, they only spend about 1 second

What advice would you give to anyone

offering. Most of our clients close more

looking at that advert before they turn the

who wants to increase their sales?

sales through their adverts with us than

page, unless they happen to be looking

GARY: They need to advertise! It can be a bit

Internet enquires, it’s just how it is. People

for exactly what the advertiser is selling

of a minefield and add work to their already

buy people, and trust is a big part of that.

at that time.

busy days, but that’s why people use us, we

So, how do you make a good print advert?

The way forward is advertorials, people

local business, we come up with the

GARY: Well, print adverts are visual, so you

want something to read and are much more

campaign idea, make and design the copy

need to use great eye-catching images

receptive to reading about the product.

and get the results the clients need.

that stand out and grab people’s attention.

The advertiser needs to use some stunning

Ultimately most of our 150,000 monthly

images to draw them in. The research says

readers read House & Lifestyle magazine

that around 68% of readers will stop and

ROSS: The main focus is still helping local

because they want to see your advert, so

read an advertorial compared to only 6%

business grow, we have set up a separate

have over 30 years of experience marketing

What’s the plan for the future?

design

agency

called

StallionPearce

offering branding, websites and digital marketing, which goes hand in hand with the magazine. We have come a long way over these last 12 years but we didn’t come this far, to only come this far! If you are interested in advertising your business to around 150,000 monthly readers in Dorset and Hamphire’s leading magazine then please get in touch with a member of our team!

CALL

WEBSITE

01202 287165

sales@house-mag.co.uk

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Your local property experts bring you the latest industry news, this month written by Damon Robbins, Managing Director on behalf of Foxes Sales & Lettings.

As we reported last month, the housing market has seen a surge in interest since lockdown restrictions were eased. But it isn’t just sales properties that INTERIOR | EXTERIOR are in demand. The rental market is also showing PAINTED KITCHENS | AIRLESS SPRAYING encouraging signs of growth – a welcome piece of PAPER HANGING news for landlords in the same month the government extended its ban on tenant evictions.

As we reported last month, the housing market has seen a surge in interest since lockdown restrictions were eased. But it isn’t just sales properties that are in demand. The rental market is also showing encouraging signs of growth – a welcome piece of news for landlords in the same month the government extended its ban on tenant evictions.

K.M.SAVILL@BTINTERNET.COM In the latest market survey from RICS, respondents reported a notable recovery in tenant demand from May to July, and a net balance that was up by 35%. The same survey also reported a recovery in rental growth expectations for theFocused next three months, whilst Solution the latest national data from the Property Activity Clinical Hypnotherapy and Index reported stable activity in July – a month that Psychotherapy Training normally sees the rental market slowing down as summer holidays begin.

In the latest market survey from RICS, respondents reported a notable recovery in tenant demand from May to July, and a net balance that was up by 35%. The same survey also reported a recovery in rental growth expectations for the next three months, whilst the latest national data from the Property Activity Index reported stable activity in July – a month that normally sees the rental market slowing down as summer holidays begin.

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These are all good signs that the rental market remains buoyant and locally, the picture for buyto-let landlords is equally encouraging. At Foxes Sales & Lettings, we saw a 35% increase in new instructions from May-August 2020 compared to the same period in 2019, with properties letting on average seven days quicker than in the same period a year ago too. Properties to let by Foxes are typically snapped up within a few days, thanks to targeted cross platform advertising including paid for social media promotion.

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If you would like moreLisa information how £276 per month. Contact or Paul for an about interview. We look forward meeting Foxes can help you find tothe rightyou! tenants fast, or simply want a chat about the local lettings market, contact us today on 01202 299600 or email lettings@foxes.co.uk.

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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. 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.

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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.

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Holiday at home With “staycations” looking increasingly likely for 2020, we’ve been thinking about some ways to recreate that holiday feeling at home. From the wholesome allure of country life to the lush greenery of the Tropics, it’s time to see your garden in a whole new light. Escape to the country Escape to the country with rustic finishes, teak treasures and the joy of alfresco dining. This trend is all about rediscovering simple pleasures — a meal shared with friends and the tactile delights of beautiful wood

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Tropical hideaway The allure of the Tropics isn’t hard to understand. The colours are brighter and the landscapes bolder, as nature is given free rein to flourish and grow. While we can’t import the scenery, we can indulge in the style, using beautiful woven furniture and vibrant hues to create a sense of softness and warmth. One of our favourite Eastern imports is the idea of informal outdoor living — think beautiful weather-hardy pouffes that allow for an outdoor picnic or morning mediation. LEFT CHAPLINS Divine Footstools By Cane Line

The secret garden Whether it’s a rolling paddock or a petite urban terrace, there’s always a reason to cultivate a beautiful green space. Where the former is concerned we recommend using

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Let the good times roll Eating out is one of the joys of any getaway. This season, we’re encouraging you to sharpen up your skills with a sophisticated outdoor kitchen from Röshults. Ranging from portable bbq’s to all-singing, all-dancing grills, they promise to put the fun back into alfresco. If cooking isn’t your forte, you can be sure to keep the drinks flowing and the games running with a handy bar cart or games table. BELOW CHAPLINS RS Barcelona Dining Table & CHAPLINS More Outdoor Floor Lamps by Catellani & Smith

Indulge in a midsummer nights dream At Chaplins, we’re fervent believers in using outdoor lighting to open up new possibilities for your garden space. We know there’s nothing better than a soiree with family and friends, which is why we encourage you to not let the sun set on yours. For a truly ethereal day-to-night solution, be sure to take a look at our range of outdoor lanterns. Sustainable design lovers should pay special attention to the Gloster lighting collection which, thanks to their award-winning battery, can be charged via solar rays in the summer and the mains during the winter. A B OV E CHAPLINS Roshults Open Kitchen Sink X And Charcoal Grill X with Open Kitchen 50 Sideboards

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of Recycle Bound installations across

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Rob Wilson, Director of Oltco Bournemouth

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committed to tackling the issue of plastic

issue of plastic waste littering the globe.

waste in the local area with Oltco’s world-

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Oltco

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of the best exercises for toning and strengthening legs

Personal trainer Aimee Victoria Long shows Liz Connor a trio of moves for packing muscle on your upper legs. Training your lower body can often feel more gruelling than all those arm, chest and ab workouts, simply because you’re working some of the largest muscles in your body. Plus, the recovery period can feel longer and more painful. Despite this, if we want to take on whatever hills, mountains or broken lifts life throws at us, we need our legs to be strong and mobile, which requires spending some time building power in our lower body. Personal

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On an exhale breath, lift your leg out to your side, stopping at hip height and ensuring you can feel the connection in your glutes and not your lower back. Inhale to draw the leg back to the ground. Repeat 12-15 times on each leg.” Why are they effective? “Being in this box position mimics your most foundational gait; the crawl. When you’re on all fours, you truly switch on your core stabilisers and strengthen your base. Although it looks like a fairly easy move, it works more muscles than you might think. Aside from your abs, this move primarily targets the glutes; chiselling them from all angles.”

2. BARBELL SQUATS How to do them: “Before attempting this move, I recommend getting a qualified personal trainer at your gym to show you how to safely use the barbell. “Stand with your feet more than shoulderwidth apart. Hold the barbell across your upper back using an overhand grip (a common mistake is allowing the bar to rest on your neck). Hug the bar into your traps [the trapezius muscle, across the upper back] to engage your upper back muscles. “De-rack the barbell and move a few steps back so you have enough space to perform the move. Slowly squat down with your head up and back straight. Lower yourself until your hips are aligned with your knees, with legs at 90 degrees. Drive your heels into the floor to push yourself back up, and keep good form until you’re stood up straight. Do three sets of 12-15 reps.”

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Why are they effective? “Barbell squats directly strengthen your posterior chain; the hamstrings, glutes, and the adductors [hip muscles]. They’re also a whole body move. Your legs work to move the weight of the barbell and create a squat. Your abs and lower back muscles stabilise your trunk, and your upper back, shoulders and arms are working to balance the bar.” 3. BULGARIAN SPLIT SQUAT How to do them: “Stand two to three feet (depending on your height) in front of a bench or chosen elevated service, such as a sofa or chair. “Extend one leg behind you and rest your toes on the bench. Toes can be flat or tucked, and you should ensure your hips and shoulders are square to the front of the room. Keep your torso upright and engaged by relaxing your shoulders down and actively pulling your navel to spine. Then slowly lower your back knee down towards the floor. “Your front knee will form approximately a 90-degree angle creating a lunge position. Ensure your front knee doesn’t rotate inwards, and try to disperse the weight throughout the front foot. From here, drive yourself up to standing and squeeze your glutes at the top. You can hold a weight to make this move harder. Repeat 12 times on each leg.” Why are they effective? “Split squats are a unilateral lift that not only improve strength but also balance, hip mobility and tone. By focusing on one side of the body at a time, you can work to build strength and resilience – especially on the weaker side of the body.” Words by Liz Connor, PA

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This superb house, of approx. 7500 Square feet is located within the private Avon Castle estate and nestled within approximately 1.25 Acres of private landscaped grounds. Constructed in 2017, the property is finished with a high quality blend of traditional and contemporary fittings. Approached by a sweeping carriage driveway, the property offers zoned under-floor gas-fired central heating, a generous open plan kitchen/dining space, five bedroom suites all with en-suites, a study and a fantastic gym and indoor pool complex which connects to the thoughtfully designed outside living areas.

Home & potential income. A deceptively spacious property of approx 3500 sq ft situated on a corner plot which could potentially accommodate 3 families with separate access, which has been beautifully presented with versatile accommodation including a stunning annexe to the side with a vaulted ceiling. The property is within walking distance to the local schools and a convenience store and has been renovated and extended to a high standard with double glazing, gas central heating, smoke alarms and the annexe benefits from a separate boiler and heating system.

ST LEONARDS £675,000

ASHLEY HEATH £775,000

Extended & refurbished property of approx 2400 square feet with annexe potential with large open plan living/dining/family room. No chain.

New build in this most sought after location, kitchen/diner with bi-fold doors, vaulted bedroom ceilings, 2 en-suites. Building guarantee. 2150 sqft. Of accommodation situated on a generous plot.

ASHLEY HEATH OIEO £630,000

ASHLEY HEATH OIEO £587,500

Very well presented, modern detached home occupying an attractive situation. Generous off-road parking, double garage & potential for an office separate from the house.

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Hightown House, Ringwood Hightown House is a stunning six bedroom, with a two bedroom annexe, family home nestled in the New Forest National Park, but just on the outskirts of Ringwood. This beautifully presented and spacious property

offers

extremely

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accommodation for a large family, including a self-contained Guest Cottage. There is also an extensive range of outbuilding and equestrian facilities with approx 10 acres of land, stables and workshop.

Situated in a peaceful and very private ten acre plot, not overlooked, but only two miles from Ringwood town centre, this outstanding six bedroom residence offers approximately 5500 square feet of accommodation, set over two floors. It has been beautifully refurbished and extended to an exceptional standard over the past few years, whilst the original house is believed to have been constructed in the 1930’s. Most of the principal rooms have a South Westerly aspect. The stunning landscaped grounds slope majestically away from the house, with far reaching views as far as Bournemouth. The owners have mentioned that on a clear night one can even enjoy the Bournemouth summer fireworks! The property includes in the grounds a detached cottage, known as ‘’The Nutshell”, which is approximately 835 square feet and

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has two en-suite bedrooms. This would work

has much to offer in the way of amenities,

perfectly as an annexe, accommodation

including numerous country pubs and

for staff or games room. In addition, there

restaurants, boutique shops, a David Lloyd

are several outbuildings which includes

Health & Leisure Club and is host to much

a double garage with an office above, a

sought after educational establishments.

double bay workshop, large stable blocks

The area borders The New Forest, giving

and tack rooms, barn and Tennis court.

access to acres of moor, heath and woodland offering a wide range of pursuits

Also of note, is the beautiful sweeping

such as cycling, walking, riding and fishing.

driveway which approaches the property. The remote controlled electronic gates

The A31 and A338 dual carriageways provide

provide a grand entrance to this secluded

links to the sandy coastline of Bournemouth

and private home, whilst the grounds to the

(8 miles south), Salisbury (18 miles north) and

front and to the rear, have been beautifully

and the M27 for Southampton (18 miles east).

landscaped and maintained.

National Express coaches make regular trips to London and all its airports. Trains from

The popular market town of Ringwood is

London to Southampton Parkway are just

approximately a mile and a half away and

over an hour.

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A well proportioned 2 bedroom bungalow, with a good-sized lounge, UPVC sunroom, and a garage with car-port to the side of the property. In need of updating.

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E VICTION BAN FOR TENANTS EXTENDED Traditionally, a section 21 notice is given to a tenant giving them 2 months to vacate the property. The landlord is not required to give any reason for requesting the property back but generally it would be to sell, move back in or the tenant is in breach of the terms of their tenancy (the most common one being rent arrears).

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At the beginning of the lockdown, the government amended the rules for tenants to be given a minimum of 3 months’ notice before issuing court proceedings. this was extended for a further 2 months and the courts were due to open Monday 24th August. However, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has extended this for another 4 weeks, meaning landlords have been unable to pursue evictions for six months. New notices will need to be issued, BUT the notice period now has to be 6 months, which means a tenant who has fallen into arrears because of Covd-19 cannot be evicted until March 2021.

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PROPERTIES OF THE MONTH

SOUTHBOURNE OIRO £1,250,000

ALUM CHINE £240,000

WESTBOURNE OIRO £875,000

A contemporary house with sea views, two

A bright and modern two bedroom ground

A three bedroom coach house remodelled

sun balconies, terrace, wood fired pizza oven

floor apartment with front and rear gardens

whilst retaining many original features with

and built-in bbq, double garage and parking.

with allocated parking.

a conservatory and double garage.

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HURN £485,000

ASHLEY HEATH £775,000

LOWER PARKSTONE £235,000

A beatifully presented cottage situated on

This new build benefits from a kitchen/

Superb first floor apartment with two

a private 10 acre estate with three double

diner with bi-fold doors, vaulted bedroom

bedrooms and two bathrooms, located on

bedoroms and an easily maintained garden.

ceilings and is situated on a generous plot.

sought after Spur Hill Avenue

Properties of the month BOSCOMBE EAST £900,000 This large character detached residence benefits from six bedrooms, five bathrooms, large Rear Garden, parking and a garage. WINKWORTH SOUTHBOURNE www.winkworth.co.uk 01202 434365

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BOURNEMOUTH £275,000

LOWER PARKSTONE £749,000

EAST COMMON GP £900,000

A spacious three bedroom end of terrace

Large detached four bedroom family home

A substantial six double bedroom detached

house

currently with three bathrooms and a

character home with three reception rooms

ground floor annexe.

and a southerly facing private rear garden.

with

parking

and

garden,

two

receptions and a kitchen/breakfast room. L OV E T T E S TAT E AG E N T S

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POOLE Offers over £475,000 Open House Saturday 12th September, 11am2pm. A beautifully refurbished 3 double bedroom semi-detached house. P H I L I P PA S O L E www.philippasole.co.uk 01202 747999

AVON CASTLE £2,250,000

BOURNEMOUTH £1,250 pcm

MEYRICK PARK £1,200 pcm

This superb house, of approx. 7500 Square

A three bedroom top floor furnished

feet is nestled within approximately 1.25

apartment with open plan lounge/kitchen,

apartment with fitted kitchen, open plan

acres of private landscaped grounds.

and an allocated parking space

lounge/diner communal garden & garage.

spacious

second

floor

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We are ready for you! The past few months certainly have been a little different, but as we are beginning to see some normality returning and the Children heading back to school this month, Now is the time to start preparing for those cooler months and we are ready to help you. saw the launch of the clearSkies initiative in

Charnwood have launched some additions

Luckily for all the Stove industry has had

August, which is the mark for very low carbon,

to the Aire range including a 3 for your next

a hugely successful summer and we are

environmentally friendly heating solutions.

tiny home installation and the Aire 7 for a larger presence, plus a little bonus that

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Contura have restructured some of their

they managed to keep up their sleeves, the

your home that only a stove can and after

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exciting new outdoor fire the FireBall.

spending more time at home, we are all

appealing place in the market, so now

getting a better understanding of how we

you can get a great quality stove from this

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use our space and how we want our home

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a weekend and had a great time, Toasting marshmallows and gazing at the flames.

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our Social media pages, plus if you follow us

from our manufacturers and some have

options, we are expecting delivery of some

you will get all the latest news from our team.

spent the time redesigning classics. We

of these new models into our showroom Our Showrooms in Wimborne, are back to

this month!

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awards, have added permanent reductions on some of their more traditional models,

We really do have lots of exciting options

plus incorporated their new chromalight

available so stop by and allow us to assist

technology into more ranges, including the

you in designing your new fireplace.

Stockton Electric range, shown above. Arada had a very successful launch of the

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Gazco Stockton 5 Electric fire

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ways to work the ‘wow factor’ in your own home The duo behind iconic interiors brand, Rockett St George, reveal key steps to creating stylish, eye-catching settings. By Gabrielle Fagan. Just as some outfits have extra special impact, so too can rooms that have been dressed to perfection. And no one knows how to dress a room with flair more than Jane Rockett and Lucy St George, co-founders of ultra-cool interiors destination, Rockett St George. The duo, who formed the brand 13 years ago, source highly individual, eye-catching homeware – from full-fat luxe to quirky, vintage-inspired treasures – all guaranteed to give rooms a distinctive, stylish stamp. Here, they reveal seven ways to ‘work the wow factor’ in your own home…

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Raise a toast “We expect the home bar, which has been hugely popular over the summer, to become even more popular indoors this autumn,” says Lucy St George. “A designated drinks area is guaranteed to bring a splash of glamour to any living or kitchen space, and can be truly personalised to suit your individual style. Whether you’re entertaining or simply celebrating Saturday night in, cocktails made from your home bar are set to take centre stage.” Work the wow factor: Shake up a room with a bar area – ideally splash out on a beautiful bar cart or trolley, or simply designate a shelf for all the bar ingredients, including a collection of vintage glasses (mismatched and quirky, shaped ones will just add to the visual appeal).

Get a handle on style “Sometimes a small change is all you need to breathe new life into your home,” says Jane Rockett. “Hero hardware pieces are often overlooked but are an incredibly effective way to transform doors or furniture, without embarking on a major redecoration journey.” Work the wow factor: Revamp a door with a fresh coat of paint and add a new finger plate and handle. Don’t forget, a beautifully dressed front door is all part of the kerb appeal of your property and updating it isn’t difficult. When choosing handles, Rockett advises those seeking warmth and style to opt for a brass finish, while an antique finish is ideal for a vintage look, and leather or marble handles have a desirable tough-luxe look.

A B OV E Brass Parrot Design Door Handle/Wall Hook, £40, Rockett St George | Rockett St George/PA

RIGHT Pikes At Rockett St George Traditional Faux Leather Bar Trunk On Castors, £595 | Rockett St George/PA

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Neon signs are so on trend, adds St George, and just one – illuminated and framed and hung on a wall – will leave guests in no doubt that it’s party time. Or make it even more fun, with a group of signs featuring your favourite sayings or slogans. Take two with magical mirrors “Mirrors are the ultimate design trick to add both ‘wow’ factor and additional space in any room,” says the pair. “By reflecting natural light back into the room, a mirror is a wonderful way to create the illusion of extra space and light. “We always recommend going for the largest mirror you can afford, to make the most of every ray of light from its reflection.” Work the wow factor: Make sure you consider what will be shown in a mirror’s reflection, they advise. If you opt for a showstopping chandelier or fabulous gallery wall of artwork, the reflection will double it – frankly, the bolder and more beautiful, the better! “For a more unusual approach to decorating with mirrors, we love convex designs that distort the reflection,” says Lucy St George. “Vintage-inspired foxed finishes will add personality and character, while still reflecting a beautiful glow of light back into a room.”

Cook up a storage storm “Beautiful yet functional has always been our motto, and nowhere is that more important than in the kitchen, the most hard-working area of the home,” says St George. “So when it comes to ‘wow’ home updates, this is a great place to start, especially as this room’s become even more of a focus now we’re spending more time at home. From fabulous freestanding cabinets that slot into empty spaces, to gorgeous glass jars and quirky containers that keep your kitchen organised, these solutions will work and impress. What’s not to like?”

LEFT Set of 2 No 1 & No 2 Storage Tins, £120 | Rocket St George/PA

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LEFT Assorted Coloured Brasserie Dinner Plates, Assorted Coloured Apero Bowls, Bistro Beaker Cups in different colours | Rockett St George/PA

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Work the wow factor: “Perfect for everything from cereal to grains, spices and sugar, jars or metal containers can create a well-ordered display feature,” St George adds. “They’ll bring that fashionable pantry aesthetic to cupboards and shelves. Just don’t forget to label as you go! Vintage biscuit tins and containers also bring character to a counter-top (ramp up the effect with a display of retro plates). We’re both firm believers that you can’t beat the chic style statement of a row of gorgeous glass jars.” Let it grow “For us, no home is complete without an accent of gorgeous greenery,” declares Lucy St George. “Studies show houseplants are proven to reduce stress (something we all need less of at the moment) and introducing a few plants can create a sense of calm and vitality in any corner of a home.” Work the wow factor: Fill vases and pots with a selection of different plants, grasses and foliage stems, which will create interest with different sizes, scales and textures. As the ultimate low-maintenance solution, faux plants will have the same ‘jungle’ effect, while dried flowers and grasses are another great way to reflect the natural world in your home. Followers of fashion, who want a laid-back, boho-luxe look could opt for the feathery foliage of pampas grass, St George adds.

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Light the way “Lighting is key to setting the tone anywhere, from the kitchen to the living room or bedroom, so don’t neglect it,” advise the design-conscious duo. “Ceiling lights can create an uninspiring atmosphere when used alone, and impact the entire mood and feel of your space. Instead of focusing on one light in the centre of the room, we recommend using as many light sources as possible.” One of their favourite lighting arrangements is a group of pendant lights – not necessarily all matching – which will draw the eye and also zone a dining or seating area. Rockett St George’s Natural Texture With Gold Interior Ceiling Light range – Drop Design, £125 (was £180); Bell Design, £215, and Cone Design, £120 (pictured right) – is ideal for this look.

Work the wow factor: Lamps and wall lights create pools of light, which are essential for ambience and warmth in a room, says Rockett. Side lights and floor lamps, which showcase treasured artwork, framed family photos or a carefully curated shelf, are another lighting device. “Candlelight, whether scented candles whose fragrance evokes memories of holidays or special times, and twinkling tea lights, are one of our favourite ‘wow’ factor effects,” Rockett adds. Change the view “Although a bigger project than our other home update ideas, wall murals are a wonderful way to get creative and add colour and texture to your home,” says St George.

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“By taking pattern to a larger scale, these brilliant designs promise to grab attention as soon as you walk through the door. With so many different patterns available, from tropical jungle scenes to punchy florals, murals add a hint of whimsy and wonder to walls.” Work the wow factor: If transforming a wall with a mural or wallpaper is beyond your skills and budget, consider curating a collection of your favourite prints, photos or pictures into a glamorous gallery wall, suggests Rockett. “Art is unique in its ability to evoke memories and bring a real sense of personality to the home,” she explains. “From art pieces collected on travels, to beautifully bold prints and on-trend illustrations, adding artwork creates immediate impact.” Words by Gabrielle Fagan, PA

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T H E W O N K Y TA B L E Just over a month on from the government closure of hospitality businesses and the beginning of the countrywide lockdown, I want to extend our warmest wishes to everyone during what is truly one of the toughest times we will see in our lifetime. Hospitality owners and operators are becoming increasingly reliant on the government’s financial support and with tourism being one of the leading economical revenue streams in Bournemouth and all along the South Coast it is vital that business owners are able to access the support they so desperately need to survive. From a small “group of mates discussing the ‘what just happened’ moment when we were closed” and following a desire to help the wider community to make the most of Government’s Grant availability, accessing and dealing with the Job Retention Scheme and pooling thoughts and fears on “the Phased Return”, The Wonky Table was born. The group has now spread across the whole conurbation including Christchurch, Poole, Bournemouth and Wimborne. Now with over 80 Hospitality Owner/Operator participants representing over 140+ venues from all over the conurbations the group is growing every day. Staying connected is more important than ever. I only set the group up to share some thoughts back in March but TWT is getting bigger and bigger, we now want to make public our existence with all those in the Hospitality Industry in the hope that we can unite to share knowledge, resources and advice. The next step is getting ready (and making sure everyone is ready) for Post-C19. Ultimately, if there has ever been a time for us to come together, it is now.

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Enjoy your garden all year round With the popularity of artificial grass growing due to the numerous benefits it offers we talk to Shaun King, Director of South Coast Artificial Grass to help find out if this is the right option for your outdoor space.

What surfaces can artificial grass be laid on? Artificial grass can be laid on a variety of surfaces from your standard garden to a balcony or roof terrace. It can also be used to overlay an existing paving, decking, concrete or tarmacked area. Do I need to do any preparation before the artificial grass is laid? Yes. It is important that the ground the artificial grass will be laid on is as smooth as possible. Any lumps, bumps and stones should be removed to avoid an uneven look.

BEFORE

As a company we will always excavate a

Some other companies will use sharp or

residential grassed/soil area to a depth

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inches),

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(commercial areas and areas prone to high

to accommodate dogs that urinate on the

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grass it will clump up and retain the urine

will go even deeper). We will then install

and smell 2) the artificial grass is permeable

where required any retaining edging or a

and in time with rain it can wash away and

timber frame to ensure the base remains

create voids and uneven patches.

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compacted once in. Are there different types of artificial

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average depth of 50mm (2 inches), this

Not just colours but density, lengths and

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7 plants for colourful autumn pots If your bedding is starting to look tired, ditch it for some beautiful autumn plant displays in pots, says Hannah Stephenson. Your dahlias and nerines may still be going strong, but if other annuals in pots are past their summer best, there’s a huge range of plants that can offer stunning autumn container colour. From chrysanthemums and violas, to heathers, autumn cyclamen, ornamental grasses and evergreen foliage, not forgetting the stunning autumn leaf colour of acers, you can perk up your patio pots with autumn hues that will continue into winter. “The colour you can get crammed into a pot, or a small collection of pots, at a time of year when some of the days are drab and difficult, can really lift your spirits,” says horticulturist Tom Harris, author of Pots For All Seasons (Pimpernel Press, £20).

A B OV E Chrysanthemums | iStock/PA

RIGHT Mixture of autumn flowering plants | Tom Harris/PA

FA R R I G H T Cyclamen | iStock/PA

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VIOLAS They are a favourite with gardeners, as they come in a huge variety of colours, but Harris suggests placing violas on a table or on a stand where you can see them, not on the ground. “You get so many flowers with violas if you deadhead regularly. They can go with all sorts of things, but look great as a standalone in a very small pot raised on to a table because you can appreciate the finer detail of them,” he explains. “You can get quite a punch of colour from not many plants.” CHRYSANTHEMUM Chrysanthemums bridge that gap between late summer, when many annuals have started to look straggly, and autumn, when berried fruits and autumn leaves change the colour palette of the garden. “They provide such a splash of colour. I wouldn’t mix them with anything else because they go over fairly quickly,” says Harris. “Some of the colours, like the rich russet orange varieties, sum up autumn in one flower.

LEFT Viola ‘Sorbet Antique Shade’ in an old brick | Tom Harris/PA

“So many plants look great in autumn light, when the light is softer and more diffused and creates quite brilliant effects. To see a profusion of flowers, berries and foliage in pots close to the house in autumn, is quite life enhancing.” So, which plants should help make a dazzling display in your containers this autumn? CYCLAMEN The

hardy

autumn-flowering

type,

Cyclamen

hederifolium, will brighten up any pot, in shades from white to pink and red, adding pops of colour to other autumn evergreens including heucheras. These hardy cyclamens should persist into winter. Match them with the bud-blooming heather, Calluna vulgaris, which will also last a long time, and pop in bulky ornamental cabbage a little later in the season to fill the pot.

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“I’d plant them as standalone specimens because they don’t sit comfortably with many things. The dwarf varieties form this beautifully rounded cushion so you don’t want anything sitting up against them. They are beacons in their own right. They are fairly short lived, but if you love colour, they deliver that.” Put them somewhere sheltered where they won’t get too wet, to keep the flowers good for as long as possible, he advises. HEUCHERA Perfect for a lightly shaded corner, the value of these evergreen perennials is largely in their foliage, which is stunning, from acid greens to chocolate hues. Harris’ favourites include ‘Marmalade’, with its deep amber foliage, while the dramatic, deeper burgundy hue of ‘Chocolate Ruffles’ contrasts brilliantly with orange hued violas or cool, white-flowered cyclamen. They also make great standalone specimens and the spikes of tiny flowers they throw up in summer are a magnet for bees. In warmer parts of the country their leaves will remain all year, while in colder spots, they will die back and need tidying up in spring.

A B OV E Pot of Chrysanthemums | iStock/PA

RIGHT Heucheras | iStock/PA

FA R R I G H T Autumn heather (Calluna vulgaris) with cyclamen and ornamental cabbage in a pot. | Tom Harris/PA

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HEATHER (CALLUNA VULGARIS) Bud-blooming heathers, as Calluna vulgaris is known, provide height and feathery structure to any autumn pot, and will last a long time. You can get pink and white varieties that are widely available, along with trailing versions. SKIMMIA JAPONICA These impressive evergreen shrubs often form the centrepiece or backbone of autumn and winter container displays, with their deep green evergreen leaves and shiny red berries. If you’ve only room for one, go for the subspecies reevesiana, which is hermaphrodite (selffertile), so doesn’t require a male and female plant to be placed together for the female to produce berries. Plants with berries should be available in September and October. Pair them with other evergreens such as Euonymus fortunei ‘Emerald ‘n’ Gold’, and trailing green ivy, Harris suggests.

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AUTUMN-FLOWERING CROCUS “Autumn-flowering bulbs are often overlooked, but if you tuck autumn-flowering crocus in among other plants they will pop through and you can enjoy them for a couple of weeks,” says Harris. “Colchicums have bigger flowers. You can buy the bulbs in the second half of August and the first half of September, and they should be flowering within weeks.” Popular autumn-flowering crocuses include Crocus speciosus, a large-flowered scented species. Plant them in your pots now, under other plants, and they should be flowering by October. Support the flowers with plants such as corkscrew rush, or the flowers tend to flop over, Harris advises. They make good plant partners with autumn-flowering gentians such as Gentiana scabra. Words by Hannah Stephenson, PA

RIGHT Autumn flowering crocus and gentians in a pot | Tom Harris/PA

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

ALPINE LIFE ONLINE French car maker Alpine has introduced an engaging new digital tool to enable buyers who would still prefer to stay at home to research their potential new car purchase before buying. The Alpine Online Showroom gives customers the ability to see and experience Alpine models from the comfort of their sofa, guided in real time by an Alpine staff member. When visiting the website, customers will be invited to view the A110 in the Online Showroom, in a dedicated one-to-one appointment where a sales advisor can provide a tour around a car and share detailed information, just like buyers would ordinarily get in the showroom. The Alpine advisors have access to two physical A110 versions – the A110 Légende and A110S – that they can show customers around, meaning any questions that potential buyers have can be answered with the assistance of seeing the physical model. All exterior and interior aspects of the car can be shown. The Online Showroom is open seven days a week, with opening hours that are convenient to customers from midday to 8:00pm. Log on to www.alpinecars.com/en/ alpine-online-showroom

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R O A D T E S T: VA U X H A L L C R O S S L A N D X Put your foot down in the most powerful version of Vauxhall’s Crossland X and the engine turns sportily vocal as the car punches hard for the horizon. Add in suspension firm enough to jiggle uncomfortably on the worst a city road can throw at it and you might think this mid-size SUV was more race track than supermarket run ready. Slow down a bit and the Crossland X quietens the vocals and softens the tarmac tremors and becomes the sort of car you might fancy for long term family duties. Adults and little ones alike will enjoy the sense of space in the Crossland X, with loads of headroom front and back and a rear seat (which for £375 can optionally slide forward to favour boot room) that is adult friendly too.

SUV-like high build that makes it easier for ageing limbs to slide into the seats. With everyone on board there’s a lot to look at in this top end version of a range that starts at £19,330 and tops out with the Elite Nav you see here, complete with goodies like sat nav, heated front seats (and steering wheel), diamond cut alloys and dual zone climate control. Pulling all this along is a zingy little 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine in the most powerful of the three available versions. Urge it on and the sound turns a touch diesel-like but there’s no denying the resulting performance.

Showing a little restraint pays dividend at the pumps, with a week and 500 miles of mixed road driving producing a wallet friendly 47.0mpg on the trip computer. You can have your Crossland with a diesel engine - and better economy still - but with most of the cars finding private buyers you can’t imagine many people wanting the extra expense (and, nowadays, raised eyebrows from the neighbours). Not that you can’t spend more on even the top model if you fancy, from premium metallic paint (£650) and leather seat trim with electric adjustment for the driver’s seat (£1,685) to a safety pack that includes emergency city braking (£500) and rear camera with parking sensors front and rear (£455). A proper spare tyre at a reasonable £120 would be top of my tick list of extras, thereby banishing the standard tyre sealant kit forever.

A practical touch, especially appealing to the gran and granddad end of the family spectrum, is the Crossland’s typically

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R O A D T E S T: N I S S A N J U K E T E K N A + Do you like Marmite? Your answer may determine whether you approve of Nissan’s Juke, that when it was launched divided opinion and there was no middle ground. Rather like a certain well-known food spread.

Standard fare includes such items as DAB radio, Bluetooth, cruise control, powered door mirrors, air conditioning and high beam assist for the headlights. It is a very comprehensive starter list of standard equipment.

Launched in 2010 this small SUV-like hatchback polarised opinion but certainly didn’t dent sales as it appealed to those looking for something that lacked the anonymity of most euro boxes. In its latest guise the Juke has lost a little of its quirkiness but probably increased its appeal. While it retains the individuality there are new, neat styling touches that will appeal to a broader set of buyers. Spaceship style front lights, dramatic LEDs and a sweeping grille give the Juke a presence lacking in more mainstream fare in this sector.

The single engine option for all versions is a 3-cylinder, turbocharged, 1.0 litre petrol unit with either manual or dual clutch automatic gears. It’s a super engine and whilst not unduly fast proves fun to drive. My Tekna + model test car sits just one below the top line version and came in automatic form which utilises twin

Prices start from £17,860 for the lead in model and there are six trim levels in total with prices topping out at £24,460.

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clutches, a method popular on many cars nowadays. It’s not perfect and often feels jerky, but in Nissan’s incarnation it proves pretty nifty and useable. Standard fare is good with an absolute plethora of kit on this model and I really couldn’t imagine anything else you would need on a car. Priced at £25,860 and resplendent in two tone grey and ‘Fuji Sunset Red’ the interior proved even more vibrant with ‘energy orange’ highlights. Sounds awful but it really did work. With a modest 10.7 seconds to 60 mph and a top speed of 112mph it’s no sports car but feels peppy and good fun on the road. Combined fuel consumption is okay, but not great, at 44.1 mpg, but that’s about the only downside. It’s an admirably adventurous car and whether you’re young, old or even in-between, I can imagine those wanting something a bit different, a head turner (although not always from an admiring crowd) will l ove the Juke.

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R O A D T E S T: HYU NDAI IONIQ You might have heard our law makers have decided they don’t want to sniff a trace of petrol in a new car after 2035, when it’s got to be electric power only. So out will go the sort of car you’re looking at now, which combines a conventional petrol engine with an electric motor and a battery. It’s what we call a mild hybrid and helps the car go a bit further on each gallon as the electric motor gently helps out, powered from a battery charged when you lift off the throttle. There’s no cable to plug in and no anxiety that things will grind to a halt if the battery goes flat. Most of the time the petrol engine does the work, but the battery helps enough to push the car’s economy the right side of 50+ mpg in mixed motoring. This encouraging frugality comes from an IONIQ in the least frugal of three possible versions; with a bigger-battery plug-in hybrid and an electric-only version also offered. The plug-in one goes a claimed 39 miles on electricity alone before the petrol engine cuts in, while the all-electric IONIQ claims 194 miles range.

You won’t be surprised to learn you’ll pay thousands more for the extra electric ranges though, making the base IONIQ a happy choice for lots of drivers who fancy very decent economy but have shallower pockets. The mild hybrid IONIQ costs from €26,459 (£23,840) and comes with enough kit not to feel meanly equipped, with only lack of satellite navigation a possible downer. It was most certainly present in this car - a range topping Premium SE model costing €31,121 (£28,040) - and the size of its screen and clarity of presentation would shame the systems in many rivals.

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There’s nothing to complain about the way the IONIQ drives, with smooth automatic gearchanges, light and positive steering and enough performance to comfortably tackle today’s crowded roads. Indeed, knock the gear selector lever into sport and the IONIQ feels positively lively - even if you’re then rather ignoring the reason this fuel saving hybrid was designed in the first place. Other plus points include an interior that looks smart and feels well put together, with a welcome lack of fussy detail. The heated steering wheel makes a friend of the driver on a chilly day and seat heating that extends to the rear impresses back seat drivers.

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MINI ELECTRIC HITS PRODUCTION M ILESTO N E The MINI Plant Oxford has built more than 11,000 MINI Electrics since production began and there have been more than 3,000 MINI Electric orders in the UK to date. The UK is MINI’s second largest market for electrified models with 19 per cent sales share for MINI Electric and Countryman Plug-In Hybrid. In 2021, a third of MINI 3-Door Hatch models built is expected to be electric.

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Ray Mears: ‘Things do taste better outdoors’ Bushcraft expert Ray Mears tells Ella Walker about the power of cooking outside – and of noticing our surroundings, wherever we are.

The best kind of marshmallow is toasted on

“I fervently believe that, if you’ve got very

a stick over a fire, the sky overhead glazed

little to cook with, if you’ve got some

with stars, and your body weary from a

culinary skill, you can still make a good meal;

day spent trudging outdoors. What other

if you don’t know how to cook, you’re lost,”

marshmallow could even compete?!

explains the 56-year-old. “I’ve always valued the importance of food, and certainly when

For Ray Mears, there’s a real magic to the

travelling in wild places, if you’ve had a

simplicity and communality of cooking

really bad day for whatever reason, if at the

outdoors, from fetching water to tending

end of that day you can provide yourself

the fire together. “You go right back to

with a decent meal, it’s like pushing a reset

the origins of cooking,” says the writer,

button for morale, psychology and physical

presenter and bushcraft specialist. “Things

wellbeing. Food is really important.”

do taste better outdoors.” The book is packed with effective, if His debut cookbook, Wilderness Chef:

primitive-sounding, cooking ideas – from

The Ultimate Guide To Cooking Outdoors,

baking eggs in embers and steaming fish

brings this feeling together, along with

in a blanket of moss, to skewering cuts of

practical advice on how and what to feed

venison on sticks and building a ground

“If you go out, even for a day hike, and you

yourself and your fellow adventurers when

oven. Mears shares recipes for hearty

take a stove with you and you decide you’re

out exploring (or even just ‘camping’

soups and roast meats, and even a camp

going to cook something at the end of the

in the garden).

stove pineapple upside-down cake.

night before you come back, you make more of the experience of having been out. It provides a lovely punctuation in a day,” he says. “It’s all about company and sharing. And that’s the joy, and that sharing of the meal is a great time to get to know each other better, to share the experiences you’ve been having outdoors.” You might think for a man accustomed to sleeping outdoors and travelling the world, that lockdown would have chafed for Mears more than most – but he’s actually found it a rare period in which to “be home and just watch the local nature” – like the roe deer buck being nudged onto its feet by its mum, which he caught on camera. “I’ve had the opportunity to look at my local wildlife in a way that I haven’t for many years, without any distractions,” he says, something many

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of us can now relate to, thanks to weeks of local lockdown walks and grabbing as many moments outside as possible. Mears is “very encouraged” by peoples’ increased interest in the natural world, arguably

welcome

side-effect

restrictions. “We must hang on to that,” he says. “This period has shown the value of the green spaces that we have, and how important it is to preserve the green belt.

vegetable, it doesn’t matter – you honour it

the seasonal migrations taking place, you’ll

in the way you deal with it.”

still find peregrines who look at a tower

“There are two things about my experience

block and see a cliff, you still see them

of life in terms of being nature-based,”

Being

bushcraft

expert,

Mears

he continues. “There is the stimulus you

understandably mindful of the impact we

receive from the natural world, and there is

can have on the planet and the need to

“If you look in back gardens in London,

stimulus you receive from human society

interact with it respectfully – be it when

you’ll find sycamore trees growing where

– like the nucleus of a camping trip. And in

cooking fresh-caught fish, or going out

people haven’t been keeping the weeds at

this lockdown, both of these things have

foraging. “We have this view that wild things

bay. Nature’s always ready to restore to its

been valued: one, because we’ve lost it,

are all free; they’re not, it all comes at a price.

wild natural state, and urban [building] is

the ability to communicate freely and meet

When you harvest or forage, there is always

just a temporary alteration to that. Nature is

people, and the other is that what we’ve

a consequence of what you take from the

there if you have the eyes to see it.”

been left with is this opportunity to go out

environment,” he explains. “Nothing is for

and walk in nature and pay more attention

free. The key thing is to be conscious of the

Wilderness Chef: The Ultimate Guide

to green spaces. That’s been very, very

fact, so we don’t over-exploit a resource.”

To Cooking Outdoors by Ray Mears is

important for people to be able to maintain

nesting and hunting.

published by Bloomsbury, priced £20.

their morale, their mental health and their

Take picking blackberries, he says, “you

enjoyment – to me that’s the key thing.”

don’t take them all, you always leave some. And then there are seeds for future plants

Throw outdoor cooking into the mix

to grow, and there are berries for the other

(where it’s allowed, of course) and you

animals that depend upon them.”

have a formula that can be thoroughly life-

Photography by Ray Mears. Available now. Words by Ella Walker, PA

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enhancing. “Cooking is a celebration of the

He doesn’t actually see wilderness as being

ingredients. And when you’re outdoors,

separate from how we live, despite the

if you’re fishing and catching the food as

human penchant for concrete and tarmac,

well, it’s even more [than that],” buzzes

glass and metal, and for cooking over gas

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Mears. “It’s a celebration of the whole

and electric, rather than fire. “We still live in

Photo of Wilderness Chef: The Ultimate Guide to Cooking

day, the whole event. It’s a culmination

the wild country,” he muses, “it’s just we’ve

Outdoors by Ray Mears (Bloomsbury, £20.00) & canoe camp

and an honouring of the thing you’re

transformed it locally to suit us. If you look

fishcakes | Ray Mears/PA

eating – whether it’s flesh or whether it’s a

hard enough in town, in the skies you’ll see

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Drinking chocolate recipe INGREDIENTS

This might just be the ultimate hot chocolate – and it tastes even better outdoors. “This

100% cocoa chocolate

method is quick, efficient and minimises mess,” says Ray Mears. “Spices, such as orange

Water

zest or chilli, can also be added for a difference. “At the end of a hard day’s canoeing, a tot

Milk, to taste

of rum has been known to fortify a drinking chocolate, relaxing muscles and encouraging

Sugar, to taste

restful sleep.” 1. Grate sufficient chocolate according to the manufacturer’s instructions or your preference. Work to a volume of water of 2/5 cup (100ml) for two cups, or 4/5 cup (200ml) for four cups. 2. Bring the water to the boil, then add the grated chocolate and when dissolved, stir into a smooth paste. 3. While stirring, add milk to taste and bring to the simmer, then taste and add sugar to your preference. If possible, whisk to aerate the drink before serving. 4. Milk powder can be added to the grated chocolate prior to the water. It can also be made without the milk if none is available. Evaporated milk mixed with water makes rich hot chocolate for cold weather.

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Canoe camp fishcake

MAKES 8–10 FISHCAKES

INGREDIENTS

“This recipe reflects the spartan nature of catering on a canoe trip – but do not be of faint

100g dehydrated powdered

heart, for these fishcakes are a firm favourite, being both filling and delicious,” explains Ray

mashed potato

Mears.

213g can wild Alaskan salmon 1tsp dried mixed herbs

“I usually wait for a day when the weather has been bad or the portages long to serve this

Good pinch of angler’s salt

meal. The only problem is that you will be asked for more, and then there is the dilemma of

Good pinch of ground black pepper

whether or not to make more now or look forward to eating them again further down the

Flour, for rolling

paddle? I guess there are worse problems to have.”

Groundnut oil, high temp olive oil or vegetable oil

1. Reconstitute the dehydrated potato following the packet instructions. 2. Add the salmon, herbs and seasoning and mix it all together with your hands. 3. Roll into small balls, 5cm in diameter. 4. Roll each ball in some flour and then flatten into a fishcake. 5. Heat the pan, then the oil, and fry the fishcakes for about three minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.

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Chicken yakitori recipe

SERVES 2-4

INGREDIENTS

This chicken yakitori recipe is ideal for rustling up outdoors. “Skewer cooking is a favourite

2 chicken breasts

Asian cooking method, reaching great delicacy in street markets,” says Ray Mears. “Almost

2 leeks

any food can be cooked on skewers – broccoli, shrimps, asparagus, meat, fish or shellfish –

2 red peppers, seeded

but whatever the ingredients, all are elevated when cooked in a yakitori glaze.”

6 mushrooms 3tsp brown sugar 4tbsp water

1. Prepare some skewers and soak them in clean water for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, beat the chicken breasts to an even thickness of 1cm. Cut into 3cm squares.

125ml soy sauce 125ml mirin

2. Cut the leeks into 4cm segments and the pepper into 3cm squares, and trim the stems

1 garlic clove

on the mushrooms. Prepare the skewers, alternately threading on the meat squares and

Ground black pepper or shichimi pepper

the vegetables.

Pinch of salt 3. In a small billycan, combine the sugar, water, soy sauce and mirin and heat to dissolve the sugar. While it’s heating, crush and add the garlic, and stir in the pepper. Once the sugar has dissolved, set the glaze aside. 4. Begin cooking the skewers. It is traditional to have some skewers simply seasoned with salt, as well as those brushed with the sweet glaze. 5. Once the cooking has reached what you consider to be the halfway point, glaze the skewers that will be sweet. Do not worry if the glaze seems thin, it is built up in layers. Season the remaining skewers with a pinch of salt. 6. Continue glazing the sweet skewers little by little until they are cooked, and the glaze is a beautiful glossy brown. Cook the salted skewers until they too are golden. Serve hot.

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SUPERSIZED! SEPTEMBER - 01 NOVEMBER

SUPERSIZED! features up to 40 colourful models and is on display around the 140acre park alongside the zoo’s hundreds of exotic and endangered species until 1 November 2020. Guests will enter the zoo through a ‘shrinking machine’ to start their journey around an educational trail which dispels the myths around these often misunderstood creatures. From sneaky predators such as the fearless honey badger and venomous blue-ringed octopus to the aptly named assassin bug, all creatures have been chosen for their colourful appearance in nature and unusual natural abilities. Highlights include a three metre tarantula, a towering two metre spitting cobra (who does actually spit!) and a stunning kingfisher.

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The National Turst has opened some gardens and parks but through advance bookings only. Every Friday they release new tickets for the following week, so it’s worth checking back regularly. More than 135 gardens and parks are now open through advance booking, as well as hundreds of coast and countryside places. They’ve opened many of their cafés and shops to help you enjoy your visit. Seven houses are also open as part of a test pilot.

Bournemouth’s annual arts and culture festival, Arts by the Sea, will go ahead in 2020 in a revised, COVIDfriendly format. It will take place with a reduced number of live physical events consisting of a handful of limited capacity, outdoor installations across Bournemouth Gardens and local beaches. The festival will host a larger than usual programme of online activity where workshops and livestreams will also become part of the new festival format as it strives to meet government safety guidelines, whilst still delivering a much-needed dose of cultural activity.

Visit their website to find out what’s open, how to book, and what to expect from your visit. Please always check before you travel.

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THE BIG ESCAPE 19 SEPTEMBER BOURNEMOUTH www.thebigescape.com

S I M P LY C A R R A L L I E S 12, 13, 20 & 27 SEPTEMBER

Beaulieu has released a revised calendar with a record number of Simply rallies taking part in a starstudded line up of marque celebrations in the parkland surrounding the N ational Motor Museum. With the following line up taking place throughout September: • Simply Vauxhall - 12th September • Simply Ford - 13th September • Simply British Classics - 20th September • Simply Porsche - 27th September

They can also cater for more intimate celebration lunches and dinners. Their food is carefully sourced by the thoughtful chef team and have a handpicked team waiting to guarantee lifetime memories. To arrange an informal chat and viewing contact them at kevinw@forestpark-hotel.co.uk or 01590 622844, or just pop in. FO R E S T PA R K H O T E L www.forestpark-hotel.co.uk/weddings

HAMPSHIRE FARMERS MARKE T 26 SEPTEMBER THE FURLONG, RINGWOOD hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk

E XPLORE THE CASTLE FROM HOME ANYTIME

Entry for participants at all the Simply rallies is from 9.30am to 2pm. Non-participant visitors will need to enter through Beaulieu’s Visitor Reception building with their pre-booked attraction admission ticket from 10am.

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B E AU L I E U M O T O R M U S E U M www.beaulieu.co.uk

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P U Z Z L E S | TA K E A B R E A K

It is time to

TA K E A B R E A K

Pop the kettle on, put your feet up and take 10 minutes to engage your brain and solve these simple puzzles.

ACROSS

DOWN

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Surmise (5)

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Footwear (4)

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Distribute (8)

15. Intruder (10)

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11. Backward (10)

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14 15

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F U C C LOT H I N G | H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

FUC Clothing, look great, feel great, donate! FUC Clothing is a brand of sports, leisure

in my life and also be able to help out

and lifestyle attire created by Charlie Lowe,

those affected by it.

to help raise money to help those affected by cancer. Charlie tells us about her journey

Where did the idea come from?

in creating this exciting new venture.

The idea came to me one day and it started to evolve in my head, I knew what I wanted

So how did FUC come about?

to do but wasn’t sure on the details. That’s

I’m not sure exactly when. I know myself

where

and a group of my close girls were all in

comes in. A friend of mine who owns a

a WhatsApp group we set up after I was

popular ladies sportsclothing range. I

diagnosed, which I named FUC.

knew her leggings were great as I chose

Gemma

from

Combat

Dollies

to wear them when training my self, and It is bolshy and ballsy and in your face but

my brother and I had actually worked with

then so is cancer. I know it doesn’t appeal

her before on limited edition leggings and

to everyone, but most people I have come

sports tops for our gym Wassmuffin Martial

across who had either been diagnosed or

Arts Academy.

What made you choose Wessex Cancer Trust as your charity?

were affected, that’s how they felt. I discussed the idea with Gemma the main

I chose the Wessex Cancer Trust as

It’s the one thing most of us have in

part of it being that a percentage of profits

they do fantastic work for not only those

common, young, old, male, female, it

should go to cancer charity. Gemma was

diagnosed, but their families as well. They

doesn’t matter. It’s something so many

incredibly supportive and excited by the

offer counselling, treatments, yoga, reki,

of us have no control over so I suppose

idea herself. She was, and still remains, a

massage, book club, drop in centre, just

this has helped me regain a little control

great help to me.

somewhere to chat or hide away if that’s what you need. When I first found out about the centre they were only funded enough to open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10am till 4pm. Since being able to give them my first big cheque I found out they are now able to open four days a week thanks to donations like these. I would like to say a huge thank you to every fantastic person that’s purchased something from FUC. Please check out the Wessex Cancer Trust link so you can see how far your help goes and what a huge difference donations make. FUC Clothing is my way of turning a negative into a positive. To see our full

FUCCLOTHING.COM

range of clothing take a look at our website www.fucclothing.com

SHOP

CHARITY WEBSITE

I N S TAG R A M

FAC E B O O K

www.fucclothing.com

www.wessexcancer.org.uk

@fucclothingbournemouth

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