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INTRO 8

NEWS The latest news stories

TA L K I N G B U S I N E S S 24

HEARNES Adapting to change

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RUMSEY OF SANDBANKS Why do people rent out their second home?

HOM E IM PROVEM ENT 37

UNIQUE C O N S T RU C T I O N Experts in all building services

INTERIORS 43

Transform your kitchen with a unique surface

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SUPERIOR FIRES You just won’t believe it’s electric!

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FOOD & DRINK

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E L EGA N T B E AU T Y C LI N I C The fight against Maskne

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

E D W A R D S U R G E N T LY REQ U IRE PRO PERT Y IN FERNDOWN, WEST MOORS A N D W E S T PA R L E Y !

‘SURVIVE TO TH RIVE’ MESSAG E AS LIGHTHOUSE REL AUNCHES APPEAL

Edwards have experienced an unprecedented start to 2021 with demand from buyers out stripping their supply and now urgently require motivated vendors to sell to genuine buyers. As proof of their successful start to the year please see the below Rightmove pie chart. If you are thinking of selling or looking for a fresh approach, please contact their highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic sales team.

GALES SO LI C ITO RS CONSIDER I M P O R TA N C E O F WILLS & POWER OF AT T O R N E Y ’ S Bournemouth based firm Gales Solicitors is urging clients to consider making a Will & appointing Attorney’s to act on their behalf if they are unable to do so (Lasting Power of Attorney).

Pictured above: Sales agreed report from Rightmove for BH22 9, BH22 8 and BH22 0. The information provided is based on the following filters: Property types - detached houses, semi-detached houses, terraced houses, unspecified house, flats and bungalows. Price - more than £200,000. Age - resale. Date - 01/01/2021-18/01/2021.

Data is delivered purely from Rightmove.co.uk’s internal statistics and advertisers on 19/01/2021, may be subject to geography or search criteria and is provided ‘as is’ for general interest only. Rightmove makes no warranty as to the data’s suitability for any purpose and accepts no liability for any action or inaction taken as a consequence of its use.

Senior Partner Matthew Moore said, “Sadly, in the current times it has become even more important to help our loved ones should something happen to you.

“Rules have changed recently on how Wills are to be signed. Here at Gales we make the process straightforward for you. If you would like to discuss a Will or a Power of Attorney, please do get in touch and we can investigate the best way forward.

It’s obviously important to get done and not to ignore.”

As it takes another interval in line with national lockdown restrictions Lighthouse, Poole, has again been ‘humbled’ by the generosity of its supporters following the relaunch of its Bridge The Gap fundraising campaign.

Lighthouse earns more than 80% of its income from people coming to see shows and spending money on tickets, drinks and refreshments.

Without that income the venue is rallying audiences to help it bridge the gap until it can again present live performances.

Leading up to the current lockdown Lighthouse was doing all it could to stay at the heart of our community. In the autumn, Lighthouse Outside went outdoors to bring performing arts back to Poole and pave the way for reopening the venue’s café, galleries, cinema and performance spaces in COVIDcompliant safety.

To donate to Bridge The Gap, visit lighthousepoole.co.uk

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RENAISSANCE WIMBORNE SUPPORTS LOCAL SCHOOL Renaissance Wimborne, a collection of later living homes created by Lifestory, pledged its support to Queen Elizabeth’s School over the holidays by sponsoring its Christmas carol concert and end of term awards ceremony.

LEWIS-MANNING HOSPICE CARE R ECYC L E 7 70 C H R I ST M AS T R E E S Lewis-Manning Hospice Care carried out its annual Christmas tree collection service at the beginning of January and are extremely grateful for all the local businesses and volunteering support received, as well as the huge environmental benefits of the service. The popular initiative, now in its 3rd year, raised over £9,000, with 770 trees collected. Through its recycling partner, Eco Sustainable Solutions, the trees were shredded and placed in to windrows and when composted produce 3.5 tonnes of product, such as Eco Mix soil improver.

Area Fundraiser Ruth Wright said, “We are thrilled to have grown our Christmas tree collection service so much this year and proud of the level of recycling that was achieved. All this has been possible because of the incredible support that we’ve received from some of our brilliant partners.

There are many thanks to make; Eco Sustainable Solutions, Greendale Construction, Tower Park, VW Breeze and Abacus Vehicle Hire, Stewarts Garden Centre, Dorset Tree Surgeons, James Dean Garden Maintenance, Head2Toe Workwear,

David Lloyd Club Poole and EasyStorage Dorset, all of whom have helped in their different and individual ways. We also had a fantastic crew of volunteer drivers and helpers including help from U4L, IrwinMitchell solicitors and Rifu. It was quite a mammoth operation but the support that was offered to us made it a fun and effective campaign. Huge thanks to all.”

Peter Hardy, Commercial Director at Eco Sustainable Solutions said, “We are thrilled to have been able to support the Lewis-Manning Hospice Care Christmas tree collection for yet another year. As well as being able to show our support for such a worthwhile cause, it’s also been a great way of showing how we can turn waste into wonderful products that can be used again.

“As a business we are extremely proud of the amount of product that we give away each year to support charitable and communitybased projects in Dorset. Each year we donate on average 100 tonnes of product.

We are very committed to supporting our local community in this way.”

The Christmas carol concert formed part of the ‘Performing Arts in the Community’ module completed by BTEC Performing Arts students. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the concert was held virtually instead of its past location, Wimborne Minster, with digital copies being shared with 11 care homes in the region. Renaissance sponsored the printing of the hymn books, which were distributed to all care homes so residents could also sing along.

Renaissance also sponsored a special Musical Theatre Award at the school’s annual end of term ceremony to reward an outstanding student for their hard work and talent. The winner was Reed Gyorkey, who has been in every musical for the past four years and has gone on to study Acting at Chichester University.

Renaissance Wimborne is a collection of 25 stylish new homes located near the historic town centre. Homeowners and members benefit from spacious homes including master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, contemporary kitchens with fitted appliances, all set around beautiful, landscaped gardens. Prices start from £330,000.

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T H E M Y ERS TO U C H H O S T N AT I O N A L T V C R E W AT T H E I R L U X U R Y DESIGN STUDIO Luxury kitchen designers, The Myers Touch were delighted to welcome Cherry Healey, co-presenter of BBC Two’s ‘Inside the Factory’, to film part of their series 6 launch episode in their Winchester-based design studio.

The episode, which broadcast on Tuesday 12th January 2021 at 8pm, showed viewers how yoghurt is made in mass-production in the UK. Scenes filmed in The Myers Touch Design Studio includes presenter Cherry Healey at one of their working SieMatic kitchen displays testing plant-based alternatives to milk, as well as making some delicious Yorkshire Puddings with Food Scientist, Dr Stuart Farrimond, using some of the favourite milk alternative’s in one of studio’s superior Wolf M Series built-in ovens.

Owners of The Myers Touch, Keith & Helena Myers said, “It was a pleasure to host ‘Inside the Factory’ in our showroom in the autumn of 2020. We especially enjoyed learning about plant alternatives to milk and watching how Cherry made the mouth-watering Yorkshire Puddings in the sleek Wolf M Series oven in our showroom – the smell in the kitchen was divine” ‘Inside the Factory’ series is hosted by Gregg Wallace and Cherry Healey. It provides viewers with exclusive access and the secrets behind food production in some of the largest food factories in Britain.

Cherry and the ‘production team filmed the episode in The Myers Touch showroom in September 2020 under Covid-production guidelines.

Dorset Business Angels’ (DBA) investment has helped fuel OnBuy’s unparalleled growth.

The impressive pitch by OnBuy’s founder and CEO, Cas Paton, to the Angels back in 2019 grabbed the attention of DBA Angel investor Mark Entwistle.

The opportunity was subsequently referred to fellow Angel investors at the Surrey Investors’ Club, leading to a team of investors, headed up

by Mark Entwistle, to carry out due diligence and invest a total of £125,000 as part of the last seed round before OnBuy’s £5m Series A in June 2020. Mark was joined in his investment by Gary Kyle and Michael Penny.

Founded in the UK in 2016 by entrepreneur Cas Paton, OnBuy is a marketplace on a mission to revolutionise the eCommerce sector by providing a fair, transparent and ethical platform that benefits buyers and sellers.

OnBuy is a true marketplace, not a retailer, so it doesn’t sell its own products in competition with the trusted online retailers that sell through the platform.

From household names to independent sellers, buyers can shop securely for millions of products from a range of categories, such as electricals, beauty, home and garden, toys, and baby supplies.

ANNUAL ANIMAL A U D I T U N D E R W AY AT M A R W E L L Z O O

Dedicated zookeepers caring for animals at Marwell Zoo throughout the national lockdown are busy completing the yearly animal stocktake.

An audit of every resident mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish and invertebrate is a legal requirement of a zoo’s licence and it is business as usual for the Hampshire zoo’s team of keepers, vets and scientists who are continuing their essential work while the wildlife park is closed.

Despite Marwell facing its toughest challenge in its nearly 50 year history due to the coronavirus pandemic, this year’s count is a chance to celebrate some of its achievements and serves as a reminder of the zoo’s important contributions to worldwide conservation breeding programmes.

Marwell Zoo’s Chief Executive James Cretney said: “We have a huge collection of endangered animals at Marwell, which all still require the same high standard of compassionate care even though closure has cut off our income. With no clear reopening date, we need the help of our supporters, local communities and the public more than ever so please consider donating to us via our JustGiving page, purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List, adopting an animal or buying a membership to use when we reopen.”

To support Marwell Zoo during its closure, go to www.justgiving.com/campaign/ supportMarwell

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LE T T ER TO T H E ED ITO R FRO M HARRY REDKNAPP We received a lovely letter from Harry Rednapp, which we are delighted to share with our readers:

EN C O RE CARE H O M ES S EEK I N G 50 0 PEO PLE TO S U PP O RT N H S C OV I D R ES P O N S E The NHS has called upon Encore Care Homes to provide urgent specialist care to older people as Dorset’s hospital beds fill with Covid patients.

Encore Care Homes, which has four purpose-built care homes based across Dorset and Hampshire, has partnered with the NHS to temporarily welcome in extra non-Covid residents at short notice as Coronavirus patient numbers rise and pressure increases on hospital staff.

In response to increased demand, Encore is looking for more than 500 Dorset residents with adult social care experience to join the newly-formed, not-for-profit care agency, Care Club. A range of roles are available including Registered Nurses, Care Practitioners, Senior Healthcare Assistants (Senior HCAs), and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), based in Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch.

Care Club members will ensure the delivery of personalised continuity of care to the residents. People who are looking for a change of career and are new to care are also encouraged to sign up to Care Club.

They will be provided with an induction and

full training, a ‘Buddy’ to work alongside as they get to know the role, and ongoing training support.

Benefits for Care Club members include high rates of pay, a cash bonus for every full shift worked, and the flexibility of choosing the care home they wish to work at, as well as their hours. Care Club members will also be included in the rollout of vaccines across Encore Care Homes, which includes Fairmile Grange in Christchurch, Oakdale in Poole, Great Oaks in Bournemouth, and Hamble Heights in Southampton.

Strict Covid-19 protocols are in place at Encore with all incoming residents being tested for Covid-19 before they arrive at the care home. The new resident also undergoes a period of self-isolation, with the team’s support. All care home residents are tested for Covid-19 on a weekly basis, with staff accessing twice-weekly Lateral Flow rapid testing which provides results in 30 minutes.

As Patron of the fantastic local charity, Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the individuals, groups, companies and foundations who have kindly chosen to support our charity in what has been an unprecedented year. Your generous help has allowed us to do everything in our power to continue to provide quality care for our patients across East Dorset and Purbeck. Enabling us to support local people who are living with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses.

This year Lewis-Manning Hospice Care took an active and early role in our local community supporting patients with daily and weekly communication via the telephone, video calls and home visits for those that really needed them.

It is clear to see that the personal life of each and every one of us has been turned upside down in these last months and I cannot say enough good things about the hospice team and all that they are doing to help our local community during the pandemic. I have total respect for their never-ending efforts.

Patients, volunteers, and staff are all directly impacted by your overwhelming generosity and support; thank you from the bottom of my heart.

All the best, Harry Redknapp

Applications are now open for all roles across Dorset at Encore Care Homes. For more information and to sign up to Care Club, go to Careclub.encorecarehomes.co.uk

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LOWER PARKSTONE £650,000

OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has good storage space.

Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land

LOWER PARKSTONE £600,000 WINKWORTH POOLE | 01202 BATTERSEA | 020 7228 9265 733000 poole@winkworth.co.uk battersea@winkworth.co.uk

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LOWER PARKSTONE £375,000

LOWER PARKSTONE £350,000

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SOUTHWICK ROAD, SOUTHBOURNE £550,000

An exquisite family home set on a popular residential road off Southbourne high street and in excellent school catchments. The home has five bedrooms, three bathrooms and a stunning open plan kitchen and living area which has bifold doors opening onto the south facing deck and rear garden. The stylish kitchen has been fitted with a wide range of high- end units, a seven-burner gas hob and integrated oven and a separate utility room. The bedrooms on the main floor are all double in size and the master boasts and impressive en-suite. The loft space has been converted and provides two additional bedrooms one of which has an en-suite shower room

This stunning must see home has been enlarged and undergone extensive modernisation. With five bedrooms, an expansive kitchen/diner, study and utility room and a secluded rear garden this makes an ideal family home in the heart of Southbourne.

Detached | Five Bedrooms | Open Plan Kitchen/Diner | Off Road Parking | Secluded Rear Garden | Utility Room | Study

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OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens.

It wasBOSCOMBE extended in 1978EAST to include a HOLDENHURST AVENUE, MARINA COURT, BOSCOMBE SPA £280,000

£625,000 garden roomseaand a large including workshop dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets With stunning views, Marinastudio Court iscomplex superbly located, just a steps from the and golden sandy beach, walking distance to Boscombe High-street and conveniently located for Winkworth are delighted to present this double fronted detached family home located on surrounding the roof which has good storage space.

Bournemouth town centre. The property itself has recently been renovated to a high one of Boscombe East’s most popular avenues. Ideally situated within walking distance to standard, including a brand-new kitchen with contemporary fitted units and built in the Littledown Leisure Centre and Royal Bournemouth Hospital and with great access road Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | drawing room | and studio | dining | wine cellar school | integrated garaging smalldouble lake arboretum | over six appliances, two double bedrooms, an expansive 17ft| hall lounge with a balcony a complexlinks to theroom A338 and excellent catchments.

With |three bedrooms and ample modern bathroom. scope to extend, this corner plot is a perfect project for a family looking for more space. acres of land Sea views | Two Double Bedrooms | Modern Kitchen | Expansive Lounge | Balcony | Garage | Recently Renovated

BATTERSEA | 020 7228 9265

SOUTHBOURNE SALES | 01202 434365 battersea@winkworth.co.uk

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Substantial Plot | Three Double Bedrooms | Double Garage | Excellent School Catchment | Potential To Extend (STPP)

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At Platinum Skies, we know that retirement is an important next chapter in your life. It’s why we work hard to make our beautiful new homes truly affordable through our Government backed, shared ownership scheme.

At Platinum Skies, we know that retirement is an important next chapter in your life. It’s why we work hard to make our beautiful new homes truly affordable through our Government backed, shared ownership scheme.

This also allows our owners to securely access equity from their previous property, while retaining a long-term property investment with us. Each of our Platinum Skies locations (Christchurch, Poole, Salisbury and Sherborne) are well placed near to amenities and beautiful scenery to offer you a happy, healthy and wealthy retirement.

This also allows our owners to securely access equity from their previous property, while retaining a long-term property investment with us. Each of our Platinum Skies locations (Christchurch, Poole, Salisbury and Sherborne) are well placed near to amenities and beautiful scenery to offer you a happy, healthy and wealthy retirement.

When you first walk through the door, you’ll feel a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We’ve created a wide-range of lifestyle services that bring the best in activity, entertainment and well-being.

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Adapting to change 2020, what a year it was for everyone and everything, including the property market.

With no one expecting what has come to pass, Hearnes as an Estate Agent has evolved the dynamic of our business to move with a constantly changing threat.

From the start of 2019 the property market was set to be one of the main beneficiaries from the December General Election, and for it to push on and pull itself from uncertainty.

However,

uncertainty was

Despite the effects of the pandemic and

the word of the year and whilst against all

subsequent

odds, though not without major upheaval,

remained the market leading agent for

the property market has excelled on the

the area. With strict measures in place,

south coast.

over 578 valuations were carried in the

lockdowns,

Hearnes

has

Bournemouth area alone, resulting in 218 The Bournemouth property market has

sales for the year, our closest rival recording

proved to be resilient and as early as May

153 (statistics taken from rightmove.co.uk

it was gathering pace and starting to make

1st January 2020 to 23rd December 2020).

up for time lost over the initial lockdown.

Hearnes had to adapt overnight to provide

The Bournemouth area experienced a

virtual solutions to meet our clients needs

significant increase in property prices in

which led to valuations, viewings and

2020, with some reporting a 7.7% increase

instructions picking up rapidly over the

over the year. The Stamp Duty holiday

Summer months and through to Christmas.

stoked the flames of already strong

PICTURED TOP LEF T Sally Gravener, owner of market leading Hearnes Estate Agents in Bournemouth

P I C T U R E D A B OV E A stunning character home in Talbot Woods, contracts exchanged within four weeks of agreeing a sale. Asking price ÂŁ1,595,000

PICTURED LEFT Beautifully presented detached home situated on the ever poplar West Way, brought to market mid-January, accompanied 25 viewings generating 8 offers, sale agreed in excess of asking price

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post-lockdown demand, and this, coupled with the desire of many people to relocate away from larger cities, has only driven prices higher. With the majority now comfortable in having the ability to work from home, the common requirement of a playroom has been replaced for the need of a home office. As the working from home trend only looks to continue, office rooms and outdoor space is coming at a premium.

Though as a business we have strived to perform and achieve our own targets, the priority has been, and will remain, the safety of our clients and staff. With appropriate PPE

2020 also ignited a strong support for

professional services, relationships we

and social distancing measures, we have

local businesses with Hearnes forging

intend to carry on and promote into 2021.

continued to ensure our local community

new relationships throughout the area. As

is offered not only our professional services,

a family run independent Estate Agency,

With 2021 now underway and further

but support, and a team our clients can rely

Hearnes have come together and enjoyed

lock-down measures in place we have

on; something our staff have taken great

being part of a diverse and strong local

experienced further challenges, however,

pride in during such an unprecedented time.

community of shops, restaurants and

the market is still gathering pace and demand to secure a new home within the local area seems to continue to strengthen.

If you would like to discuss your buying or selling requirements with our team, please contact us on 01202 317 317 or email bournemouth@hearnes.com You can also follow Hearnes on Facebook and Instagram

P I C T U R E D A B OV E A spacious character home offering four bedrooms, four bathrooms, two reception rooms and a large kitchen/family room. Sold off market to buyers registered with Hearnes.

PICTURED LEFT A refurbished detached home with southerly garden and swimming pool, just a short distance from the Golf Course in Queens Park. Sold off market to buyers registered with Hearnes.

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WESTBOURNE | OIEO £500,000 A beautifully presented town house ideally located less than a mile from Westbourne. Boasting direct access to coy pond gardens the property offers spacious accommodation including 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, modern kitchen/breakfast room, living/dining room, bar/office and landscaped rear garden. No chain

TALBOT PARK | £500,000

COY POND | £565,000

A spacious four bedroom detached character house located in a popular residential location and within catchment for favoured schooling. Featuring two reception rooms, conservatory and detached garage. Large, sunny aspect rear garden and ample off road parking.

A superbly positioned three bedroom detached chalet bungalow located within the sought after coy pond area. The property benefits from open plan kitchen / dining room, detached garage and sunny aspect rear garden. Offering opportunity for modernisation with no onward chain

CHARMINSTER | OIEO£300,000

MEYRICK PARK | £325,000

BOURNEMOUTH | OIEO £210,000

A high specification new build house situated in a sought after residential location within easy reach of Bournemouth town centre and main transport links. Featuring three bedrooms, impressive kitchen/breakfast room and two bath/ shower rooms. New build warranty. Off road parking.

A superbly presented two double bedroom apartment located in the premier Meyrick Park location moments from Bournemouth town centre. Featuring two luxury bath/ shower rooms, modern fitted kitchen, sun room and balcony.

Garage. Share of freehold. No forward chain.

A superbly presented two double bedroom ground floor apartment situated a moments walk form Bournemouth town centre and the award winning sandy beaches.

Featuring a spacious kitchen/living/dining room, modern bathroom. Visitor parking and garage.

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

BOURNEMOUTH | OIEO £600,000 An immaculately presented four double bedroom detached character home located in a sought after residential and school catchment location. Finished to a superb standard by the current owner and featuring impressive open plan living, landscaped rear garden, ample off road parking and tandem garage.

WEST CLIFF | OIEO £365,000

QUEENS PARK | GUIDE PRICE £650,000

A spacious three bedroom fourth floor apartment ideally located on the West Cliff, within easy reach of Bournemouth town centre and seafront. Benefitting from separate living and dining rooms, re-fitted kitchen, southerly balcony, share of freehold and use of a garage.

An attractive detached home situated within an enviable location moments from Queens Park Golf Course. Retaining may character features the property is conveniently located for both Bournemouth grammar schools, the well regarded park school as well as Castlepoint shopping centre. Bournemouth town centre and its award winning golden beaches lie approximately 3 miles distant.

QUEENS PARK | OIEO £250,000

BOURNEMOUTH | £280,000

SOUTHBOURNE | £200,000

A spacious two/three bedroom ground floor character apartment located in a sought after residential location.

Featuring a private entrance, large, sunny aspect private garden, ample off road parking and freehold. Potential for further updating and modernisation. No forward chain

A beautifully presented semi detached character home situated in a popular and convenient location. Offering two double bedrooms, modern bathroom, living room, re-fitted kitchen/breakfast room, GF WC, garden, driveway and coach house garage.

A beautifully presented four bedroom detached character property. This property benefits from an open plan kitchen/ dining area, downstairs WC, two reception rooms, four bedrooms, wrap around garden and a garden studio with electricity. This property is in close proximity to Bournemouth town centre

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

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BOURNEMOUTH | £750,000 A sympathetically modernised and character four bedroom, one bathroom, one shower room, two reception rooms detached Cobb Cottage with a secluded 100ft rear garden, detached double garage, carport and driveway, whilst occupying a private plot measuring approximately ¼ of an acre.

WEST MOORS | £650,000

FERNDOWN | £600,000

This deceptively spacious and extended four double bedroomed, two shower room, detached family home has a southerly facing enclosed rear garden, single garage and generous offroad parking for several vehicles. Substantially enlarged approaching 2,300 sq ft. Adjoining the single garage is a utility room with sauna and shower room, this portion of the property would make an ideal home/office. There is also annexe potential.

This impeccably presented and beautifully modernised three double bedroom, two bathroom detached bungalow has a double glazed conservatory overlooking an 80ft private rear garden. Situated on a large and private plot which measures approximately ¼ of an acre, the property enjoys a sought after and convenient location approximately 200 metres from Ferndown town centre.

FERNDOWN | £475,000

GOLF LINKS ROAD | £400,000 - £450,000

FERNDOWN | £395,000

A recently modernised and well proportioned two double bedroom, two reception room detached bungalow with a conservatory, en-suite to the master bedroom, 60ft south facing garden, garage and generous off road parking. The bungalow is located in a peaceful and sought after location in Ferndown.

Two apartments currently available. An opportunity to own a stylish apartment in a prestigious road in Ferndown. Superbly appointed kitchens, spacious lounge/dining areas, three bedrooms, master with stylish en-suites and sumptuously appointed bathrooms. Lovely communal grounds, garages, car ports & lockable stores available.

This immaculately presented and conveniently located three double bedroom, one shower room, one bathroom first floor apartment with a lift, a southerly facing balcony and allocated secure underground parking. Lea Court is conveniently located approximately 200 metres from Ferndown town centre.

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

LILLIPUT | £825,000 A luxurious and spacious 3 double bedroom, 3 bathroom 1st floor apartment, set in a highly desirable location within a mile from Canford Cliffs and Lilliput, adjoining and offering lovely views of Parkstone Golf Course. Offering a stunning open plan lounge/kitchen/dining room and parking.

HAMWORTHY | £360,000

BAITER | £375,000

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

An immaculate and spacious 3 double bedroom end of terrace home set in the sought-after location of Baiter Park with a sea view. This lovely property has been partially renovated and extended by the current owners over the past few years to offer a stunning open plan lounge/ kitchen/diner, conservatory with French doors to a low maintenance garden, 2 bathrooms and a south facing balcony off one of the bedrooms with views towards the Harbour.

HAMWORTHY | £315,000

POOLE | £265,000

POOLE | £425,000

Set down a private road, being one of 4 bungalows in this recent development, Keysworth is a real gem! This immaculately presented 2 double bedroom bungalow has been loved and beautifully redecorated by the current owner. The décor is bright and happy, and this bungalow has a wealth of features.

A delightful, first floor 2 double bedroom apartment that has been tastefully refurbished throughout and offered with no forward chain. In immaculate condition, the property has a fully fitted kitchen with appliances, recently refitted shower room, separate cloakroom, & balcony with views across to Poole Park.

An extremely spacious first floor 2 double bedroom apartment in this simply outstanding platinum retirement development which was completed in 2017. The property is set with splendid views over Poole Park and the harbour beyond and is positioned within the development having a superb 35’4 wrap around balcony.

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

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Guide price £1,250,000

A rare opportunity to purchase a stunning brand new house that is being finished to an exceptionally high standard. The house is being built by renowned local builders Caspian Developments and enjoys a prestigious location tucked away in a small quiet cul de sac. Generous plot with south facing garden.

Impressive brand new family house | Prestigious location and spectacular setting | Head of a small and peaceful premier cul de sac | Generous plot of 0.3 of an acre | South facing private rear garden | 2723 SQ FT of living space plus a large detached garage | Four large double bedrooms | Three luxurious bathrooms | Stunning kitchen/ dining/family room | Two further reception rooms | EPC TBC

Ferndown | 01202 855595

Guide price £875,000

Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are pleased to offer for sale this elegant 1930’s detached house that has been skilfully extended and beautifully restored to provide exceptionally spacious and well planned accommodation over three floors including 4 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and a large balcony.

Stunning 1930’s detached house | Extended and tastefully modernised | Four double bedrooms | Two exceptionally spacious reception rooms | Superb 24ft bespoke kitchen breakfast room | Impressive reception hall | 24ft by 13ft sun balcony off the master bedroom | Large mature private plot | Premier residential location | EPC E

Lower Parkstone | 01202 744 944 Guide price £1,050,000 Edwards are delighted to offer for sale this impeccably presented four double bedroom detached family home in the very sought after location of Ashley Cross, Lower Parkstone. This property offers over 2,100 sq feet of living space spread over three floors, a generous sized rear garden and a private front driveway with ample parking space.

Four double bedrooms each with a luxurious en-suite | Great school catchment area | Single garage with power | Large decking area with inset hot tub | EPC B

Wimborne | 01202 842842

Guide price £650,000

A beautifully refurbished and extended four bedroom semi-detached cottage with generous garden, newly constructed garage and ample off road parking.

Spacious, light and versatile accommodation finished to a high specification with generous private garden and exclusive access to Stapehill Abbey grounds. Read for occupation!

Beautifully refurbished cottage | Four bedrooms | Two en suites and family bathroom | Stunning, open plan kitchen/family room | Generous private rear garden | Newly constructed oversized garage | Ample off road parking | High specification throughout | No forward chain | EPC TBC

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This delightful detached 4 bedroom, 3 reception room family house enjoys a convenient non estate location only 200 metres from the town centre. The house has been extended and modernised and offers the addition of a home office with en-suite cloakroom, large garage and generous south facing.

A 2/3 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached bungalow with a private South facing rear garden, large garage, generous off-road parking, occupying a plot approaching ¼ of an acre. Located in a sought-after cul-de-sac close to Ferndown’s town centre. The property has been extended and offers annexe potential.

Delightful family home | Convenient non estate location | Only 200 metres from the town | Tastefully modernised and extended | Generous south facing rear garden | Four double bedrooms | Three good reception rooms | Lovely kitchen/breakfast room | Additional home office/hobby room | Spacious drive & large garage | EPC D

2/3 bedroom detached bungalow | Well-appointed lounge | Generous sized dining room | Modern fitted kitchen | 21ft utility room | Family bathroom | Separate shower room | Southerly facing secluded rear garden | Generous off-road parking & large garage | EPC D

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Guide price £585,000

Edwards are pleased to offer for sale this exceptional and unique, four double bedroom, detached family home located on a quiet residential road. Benefits include off road parking, an integrated garage, a large sunny conservatory and a private rear garden.

Four large double bedrooms | Three en-suite bathrooms | Unique detached family home | Private landscaped rear garden | Ample off road parking | Walking distance to local amenities | Integrated garage | Good travel links to the rest of the UK | Large sunny conservatory | Great school catchment area | EPC C

Asking price £560,000 Fine & Country Homes from Edwards are pleased to offer to the market this immaculately refurbished family home. Set back from the road this elevated property benefits from uninterrupted panoramic views. Bifold doors from the vast family room allow access to the garden with its fantastic sun drenched patio and dappled shade beyond from the mature trees that surround it.

Sought after, peaceful location | Three bedrooms | contemporary finish throughout | Expansive open plan living space | Off road parking | great school catchments | EPC D

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Guide price £525,000

West Cliff | 01202 555 550

Guide price £525,000

A deceptively spacious four double bedroom semi detached house; all with their own allocated bathroom/en-suite, enjoying a convenient central location with all amenities close by. The house offers versatile accommodation with a fantastic kitchen/dining/living area. This property is approximately 2151sq.ft. and must be viewed internally to fully appreciate the sizeable accommodation on offer.

Edwards are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful two double bedroom second floor apartment with panoramic sea views from the two balconies. This apartment also benefits from large open plan kitchen / living area with extra space for an office, underground gated parking, two bathrooms (en-suite off the master) and utility room.

Semi-detached house | Four double bedrooms | Deceptively spacious | Versatile accommodation | Fantastic kitchen/dining/living room | Four bathrooms/en-suites | Generous gravel driveway | Single integral garage | Convenient location | EPC C

Panoramic sea views | Two bathrooms | Modern throughout | Lift in block | Secure underground parking | Bicycle store | Two balconies | First floor | Two double bedrooms | Walking distance to local amenities | EPC D

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Guide price £425,000

A four bedroom, three reception room detached family home, with conservatory, en-suite and detached double garage. Situated within a quiet cul de sac location within walking distance of the town centre and Dewlands common Nature Reserve.

This four bedroom, town centre family home is well presented throughout and offers well-proportioned living accommodation. In the Georgian style, the property has a private walled rear garden and a single garage with gated vehicular access.

All just a short level walk from Wimborne Square.

Detached family home | Four bedrooms | En-suite | Generous kitchen/breakfast room | Generous lounge | Separate dining room | Conservatory | South westerly facing rear garden | Driveway and detached double garage | Close to Dewlands Common | EPC D

Georgian style town house | Four double bedrooms | Open plan living/dining | Modern kitchen | Family bathroom | Walled courtyard garden | Gated vehicular access | Prime location | EPC D

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OIEO £415,000

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OIEO £415,000

A rare opportunity to purchase a three bedroom town house with garage, parking and courtyard garden just a stone’s throw from the town centre. Beautifully presented, well proportioned accommodation includes a large lounge/dining room, modern kitchen with adjoining conservatory and two bathrooms.

This three bedroom detached family home with garage and parking is conveniently located in popular Corfe Mullen. Accommodation includes a large dual aspect lounge dining room with adjoining conservatory and stylishly appointed kitchen, bathroom, en suite and cloakroom. Enclosed rear garden.

Town centre home | Three bedrooms | Lounge/dining room | Bathroom and ensuite | Stylish kitchen | Conservatory | Garage and storage | Secure off road parking | Level walk to town centre | EPC D

Detached family home | Three beds | Lounge/dining room | Conservatory | Modern kitchen | Bathroom, en suite and cloakroom | Garage and Driveway parking | Enclosed rear garden | Popular village location | EPC D

Wimborne | 01202 842842

Wimborne | 01202 842842

OIEO £385,000

This three double bedroom mid terrace character home has been extensively refurbished to an exceptional standard and has been owned by the vendor since new. Idyllically located on a private estate with exclusive access to delightful countryside walks nearby, this property must be viewed to appreciate all that it offers!

Character home | three double bedrooms | Two receptions | Stylish kitchen and bathrooms | Immaculate presentation throughout | Semi-rural location | Local amenities nearby | Private and secluded | Countryside walks nearby | EPC C

Guide price £380,000

This two bedroom detached bungalow is located in popular Merley with local amenities nearby. Accommodation includes a generous lounge/dining room, kitchen and family bathroom. Outside there is ample off road parking as well as a garage and covered social space to the side of the property.

Detached bungalow | Two bedrooms | Fitted kitchen | Lounge/dining room | Master with dressing room | Family bathroom | Garage and workshop | Gardens to front and rear | EPC D

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Why do people rent out their second home when they don’t really need the money?

It’s a question I’m frequently asked at social

and can enjoy their stay without worrying

occasions when I explain my business – ‘You

about meeting tradesmen or anything else

manage all those multi million pound homes,

– you arrive late (inevitably) and everything

surely the owners don’t need the money so

is perfect, enjoy the property and stay as

why would they bother having guests in?’

late as you can leaving us to clear up behind you. As the costs come out of rent received

I spent more than a decade building up a

it feels like it’s not coming out of your pocket.

holiday home agency in Cornwall before I sold Extensive tax benefits

it to buy Rumsey of Sandbanks. I’d assumed it was the same sort of business and it does

Finally it may be a secondary benefit but just

follow exactly the same structure and revenue

few weeks of work, perhaps you’ve flown

for good measure there are very significant

model yet it has taken a few years for me to

between continents, put in 100 hours before

tax benefits to take advantage of:

really understand my clients’ motivation.

closing a big deal or won a case you’ve been

• No council tax to pay as the property

working on for months. It’s a big night out

will be business rated and if it’s your only

In Cornwall with hindsight it seemed very

and you deserve it. Perhaps you might be up

one you’ll get small business rate relief at

straightforward – people had stretched

for an award, maybe you’re sharing a table

themselves to buy the second home they

with a really big fish from your industry that

• Tax relief on pretty much everything.

had always dreamed of, or sometimes

you’ve been wanting to meet for years. Your

Capital allowance rules let you claim full tax

inherited it and the property had to pay its

spouse’s phone rings and it’s their sister who

relief on purchases up to £200,000 a year

own way and often pay a mortgage too.

is at your second home celebrating a big

and if you don’t have the income to claim

Here in Sandbanks things are a bit more

birthday. Yes the place is fabulous but there’s

against it’s carried forward indefinitely until

nuanced so here are my thoughts

a bit of an issue, the oven doesn’t seem to be

you do so that fantastic kitchen or designer

working and they have 12 people coming for

100% and pay nothing.

sofa just got much cheaper.

They still know the value of money

dinner in 3 hours, also whilst they are on the

• Capital gains tax reduction. This can be

You might think that we are dealing with

kids can’t get the sound on in the cinema

worth many times more than the rent, when

young footballers or trust fund kids but that’s

room. Frantic phone calls ensue – you have

you sell that second home you’ll pay just

not the case at all. Almost without exception

a cleaner but she’s never used the oven, your

10% tax on the gain instead of the usual 28%

the owners of our premium properties are

maintenance man can go round and have a

• Retrospective Benefit – Are You Sitting

self made entrepreneurs, executives or

look but not sure if he can do anything. You

On A Gain? This is a really big one, in

professionals who remember just how hard

can get an emergency electrician out but he

certain circumstances operating as a

they had to work for every £100 in their

doesn’t really do appliances or know his way

holiday let for at least a full tax year the

early life. It just doesn’t sit well with them

around the complex house control system.

entire gain may qualify for entrepreneurs

to have an asset that runs up costs rather

relief even if the place has been a second

than deliver a return, particularly when they

It’s impossible to put a price on avoiding

inevitably are too busy to use the place as

this sort of situation and you can’t fix it in the

much as they would like.

moment by throwing money at it. Whatever

Many of our owners have joined us when

the outcome the result is stress and maybe

they were on the point of selling their place

There’s a long string of people queuing up

a ruined evening – you only have to look at

because in their mind it had turned into

to charge you for something to do with your

the premium paid for first class air travel to

something like a boat that costs a lot to

second home and running it as a business

see how much value a cash rich time poor

keep and you hardly use it. Helping to turn

provides income to cover expenses, makes

person puts on a smooth experience.

it into an asset that you can also enjoy has

them tax deductible and crucially produce a

home for a long period.

become the core of our business and takes

change in the mindset of suppliers who will

Free concierge services

us away from competing with the Airbnb

understand they need to be competitive.

Of course they are not really free but

type DIY platforms.

renting means you have a service in place The incalculable value of taking the

to ensure the property is ready for guests,

Simon Tolson owns Rumsey of Sandbanks.

hassle away

linen and cleaning is sorted and there’s a 24

Contact Simon on 01202 707357.

Picture the scene – you’re getting ready for

hour callout service. This means that the

simon@rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk

a black tie dinner, it’s the end of a gruelling

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INTERIORS | TRENDS

Interior trends set to be big in 2021 Design platform Houzz have revealed their top pandemic-fuelled predictions for the new year.

Sam Wylie-Harris finds out more.

After an unprecedented year, how will the pandemic have shaped interior trends to come? There’s no doubt how we used our homes, and what we want from them, changed dramatically during 2020. According to home renovation and design platform Houzz.co.uk, this is already being reflected in popular search terms and design directions.

So, what can we expect to see more of in 2021? Houzz analysed their site data, browsed hundreds of home design photos, and interviewed professionals on Houzz Pro to reveal six key home design trends for the year to come.

Here’s a look, along with tips on how to make them work in your home…

The return of the all-white kitchen This neutral, light-enhancing choice for the hardestworking room in the house is growing in popularity again, with searches for ‘white kitchen’ rising significantly during 2020. We’re also seeing many popular photos on Houzz that have white worktops and expect to see more in 2021, perhaps reflecting a pandemic-fuelled desire for clean-looking cook spaces.

“We’re seeing a resurgence of white kitchens but with people leaning towards matte designs rather than gloss, which was favoured a few years ago,” explains

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Josh Delane, director of kitchen designers, The Wood

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Works. “It pairs well with metallic accents like brass, bronze, copper and even matte black fixtures.”

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“Given the current circumstances, our spare rooms have never been so important. Making spaces work for multiple occasions is critical to being able to utilise every centimetre of space in the home,” says Richard Hobden director of RHJB Architects. “A comparatively easy win is to replace the divan or fixed frame bed in the spare room with a simple folding bed. This can be a stand-alone piece of furniture or built into a storage wall, disguised as wardrobes. This will free up space elsewhere to create a multi-purpose study, home gym or playroom solution.”

Healthy homes Searches for ‘home gym’ and ‘garden gym’ have both risen dramatically during 2020 too. In 2021, we expect to see more exercise equipment that fits seamlessly into interiors, or furniture that doubles up. “When thinking about portioning off a room in your home as your dedicated exercise space, it’s important to choose a room that has a fitting purpose, lighting and mood,” advises Joe Robertshaw, director of Place for Humans. “Being motivated to exercise at home also comes down to ease and accessibility, the more hurdles that stand between you and the exercise, the more likely it is to go undone.”

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In terms of worktops, Delane says: “Veined and marble

Multi-functional spaces | PA Photo/iStock

effect quartz worktops are surging in popularity – a good alternative to real marble, which is porous and can be stained easily, making it challenging to maintain in a kitchen. White Corian is also a popular choice and nice on longer islands, as it can be cut and joined seamlessly.”

Multi-functional spaces One thing 2020 really brought about was a need for rooms to be multi-functional. As a result, we’re starting to see professionals incorporate more hybrid designs, detachable units, and convertible pieces to create a home suited to the ‘new normal’. One example, which saw a surprising rise in popularity as a search term, is ‘murphy bed’ (a pull-down design), suggesting a need for homeowners to hide away large pieces of furniture in bedrooms or spare rooms during the day, so they can double as offices while many of us work from home for the foreseeable future.

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INTERIORS | TRENDS

Outdoor entertainment spaces will reign

Nature-inspired interiors

Unsurprisingly given all the pandemic restrictions,

The incorporation of nature into our interiors looks set

there’s been huge interest in outdoor spaces. Houzz’s

to continue, with colour experts on Houzz predicting

pandemic survey back in July showed that, hands-

warm earth tones, such as burnt umber, terracotta and

down, the garden was the area most of us wanted

clay, and contrasting forest colours like sage, pine and

to improve, with 30% of those surveyed wanting to

turquoise will be strong choices for 2021. These colours

make upgrades. Homeowners have increasingly been

are perfectly complemented by natural materials such as

searching for ‘summerhouses’, ‘firepits’, ‘hot tubs’ and

rattan, jute, wood and concrete, which have all featured

‘outdoor kitchens, which have all risen in popularity as

heavily in the most-saved photos on Houzz lately.

search terms. We expect to see more of these features in gardens in 2021.

If you’re wanting to embrace natural materials in your home, rattan is a good place to start and will continue

And it’s not just for summer – professionals on Houzz

to be big in 2021. Omar Bhatti, director of Space Shack,

Pro report an increase in demand for designs that will

says: “It has a bohemian vibe, which you can mix with

allow them to use the garden later into the evening and

any interior. To avoid overkill, my top tip is to use it in

year. “Since lockdown, we’ve seen a dramatic increase

moderation. I would suggest investing in a rattan accent

in leads through Houzz for our garden design business,”

chair or small planter baskets and see how you like this

says Paul Dracott of Paul Dracott Garden Design. “People

in your space.”

have rediscovered the importance of outdoor space and how it can enrich modern life. The most popular requests

Plants are another easy way to incorporate nature into

are for outdoor eating and cooking areas, including

interiors. Bhatti agrees: “You can never have enough

pizza ovens, and also for firepits to extend the use of the

plants. If I’m ever in doubt and need to fill an empty space

garden into the evening.”

or shelf, I always use plants. This is also a great way to

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bring the outdoors in and breathe some much-needed life into any space. “I’m all about an oversized plant, this is a great way to bring some drama into any room. Banana plants and birds-of-paradise are good options.”

If you’re going to get the paint out, Bhatti suggests a palette of natural neutral tones. Beige and taupes are classic options that work in any space. “I recommend painting all your stark white walls in a light sand or beige tone, which will warm up the space, and you wouldn’t even need an undercoat,” he says.

Luxury vintage Sustainability, climate change and the impact we have on our planet continue to be a big theme for 2021.

Professionals on Houzz are reporting a growing interest in high-end, second-hand furniture, which aligns with the interest in sustainability we’ve seen.

When buying second-hand furniture, try to see the item in person if you can (safely, of course). Buying online is very convenient but it’s much easier to hide any serious damage in a photograph than in person. “I like to be able to touch the item and check it’s in good condition, so I’m not too keen on buying from online resources, unless they have an option for you to view it first,” says Bhavin Taylor, director of Bhavin Taylor Design.

And make sure you know all of your measurements – an absolute must for multiple reasons. “There’s usually no returns policy when buying second-hand,” Taylor explains,. “If you buy a piece that’s the wrong size, it’s likely you’ll be stuck with it.” So remember to measure your doorways and other access points first. “There’s nothing worse than buying something and not being able to get it through the front door,” adds Taylor.

Words by Sam Wylie-Harris, PA

LEFT Nature-inspired interiors | PA Photo/Space Shack/Chris Snook

ABOVE Luxury vintage | PA Photo/Sofie Barfoed/Houzz

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Over the past few years, some areas of the UK have experienced an increase in the severity of winter weather. That is why it is so important to look after your home as some claims that you make, may be rejected if your home is poorly maintained.

Here are some winter protection tips and key things you should do every year: 1. Ensure regular boiler maintenance including servicing. Boiler breakdowns are one of the main causes of home insurance claims in the winter months.

2. Check your guttering and drains - these can very easily get blocked with leaves and moss and can cause water damage and flooding, so check them regularly especially after a storm.

3. Insulate pipes - broken, burst pipes can turn into an expensive claim. They are often run in walls and under floors and so leaks can go unnoticed for some time. They can also freeze and cause the pipe to burst. Ensuring pipes are properly insulated is essential.

4. If you go away during a cold spell, leave the heating on low, to help keep your home free from frozen pipes and frost damage.

5. Keep an eye on any nearby trees and ensure any overhanging branches are cut back as they can cause major damage to your property if they fall.

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NEW FOREST 2400

“You just won’t believe it’s electric!”

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Superior Fires is excited to introduce a new range of products to their collection, visit their showroom in Christchurch to discover the endless possibilities of the New Forest electric fire.

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The New Forest 2400 LED Electric Fire – a stunning display that is built to truly impress. Designed for the customer who wants more and isn’t afraid to show off a little. It’s not just a fire but, a statement.

You asked and we have answered.

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These new suites also come with multiple fuel bed options (Forest View, Slate View, and the dynamic Diamond Light) Our range offers customers an array of sizes (870, 1200, & 2400) allowing them to choose award-winning LED flame-effect technology that best fits their budget and space.

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The Stamp Duty Holiday Deadline

BY PAUL SAMS, PARTNER, DUTTON GREGORY As the current deadline (31st March 2021) on the government’s Stamp Duty Holiday draws closer, more and more home buyers are hoping that their property transaction will complete in time.

While many conveyancers and estate agents are working tirelessly for their clients to ensure they met the deadline, many home buyers will be looking at other ways to ensure that their property transaction completes in time.

Here are our top tips on what home buyers can directly do to help speed things along: 1. Investigate the delays There can be a thousand reasons why a property transaction takes slower to complete than it should do. Consider what the actual delay is.

Is it because someone has not received a mortgage offer? If so, can they switch to a lender who will issue a mortgage offer quickly? Is it because a search will not be returned in time?

Can they use search insurance instead? Could someone be persuaded to move into rented accommodation rather than holding up the chain?

A good Estate Agent (of which there are many) can assist you in checking with the chain and streamlining these issues.

2. Effective communication Due to home working and lockdown restrictions, some aspects of the normal conveyancing process may take longer than usual – from surveys for mortgages to searches. This is less than ideal as more people race against the clock to complete before the deadline.

Keep an open line of communication with your estate agent, conveyancer, mortgage lender, etc. Be honest and open about your expectations and ensure that any questions or concerns you have are relayed to them. Likewise, trust in their expertise

and advice and be sure to act on any requests or actions asked of you as soon as you can.

Try to be patient, many in the property industry are doing their best to deliver successful outcomes for their clients in a safe, COVID-19 secure way.

3. Do your research Keep up to date with the latest news and developments.

Although there are numerous rumours and ongoing calls for the Government to extend the deadline, we are not sure that there will be a change.

The property industry hears government announcements the same time as everyone else, and work as quickly as possible to dissect and implement any changes where required. Ensure you’re keeping up to date too to prevent any shocks or surprises during your transaction.

If we don’t make the day, you don’t pay!

Dutton Gregory want to do everything in their power to ensure all our clients affected by the Stamp Duty Holiday complete before the deadline – alleviating stresses where possible and saving thousands of pounds in the process.

This is why we’re pledging to all affected and eligible clients that if their transaction doesn’t complete on or before Wednesday 31st March, they don’t have to pay their legal fees.* Contact us today on 01202 315005 or email us at contact@duttongregory.co.uk. * Terms and Conditions apply. For more information on this promotion, visit: www.duttongregory.co.uk/site/personal/ residential-property/terms-and-conditions-stamp-dutyholiday-promotion.

Article written 15th January 2021. Guidance and information may change so please speak to one of our lawyers for the most up-to-date, specific advice before taking any steps.

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Surprising bucketlist adventures close to home Once-in-a-lifetime experiences will be top of the agenda for travellers when it is safe to do so again. The good news is, you won’t have to travel far, says Sarah Marshall.

While stuck at home, we’ve all had time to dream up epic escapades and construct lists of the activities we’d love to do.

Fed up with sitting around, most travellers are itching for action and the opportunity to tackle challenges to boost both confidence and mood.

Fortunately,

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every

once-in-a-lifetime

activity

requires a journey to exotic locations; remarkably, adventures can be had without shifting too far.

If you’re in need of inspiration for planning a high octane staycation bucket list, here are a few suggestions to spark ideas.

Ride stallions through the surf County Antrim, Northern Ireland Explore the rough and tumble of Northern Ireland’s north coast on a horseback ride led by Danny McKinley and his team. Select your breed of horse and the pace of the tour, opting for a speedy gallop into the hills or a gentle amble along the beach. Learn about a traditional peat-cutting industry and visit several locations featured in Game of Thrones on a two-hour tour costing from £20 per person. Visit sheanshorsefarm.com.

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FA R L E F T Horse riding with Sheans Horse Farm | PA Photo/Tourism Northern Ireland

LEFT Murlough Nature Reserve | PA Photo/ iStock

BELOW A half submerged wreck in Scapa Flow, Orkney Islands | PA Photo/ iStock

Chase butterflies across sand dunes County Down, Northern Ireland A protected area since 1967, the Murlough National Nature Reserve at the foot of the Mourne Mountains features a sand dune system in existence for 6,000 years. Follow a network of paths and boardwalks through woodlands, heaths and dunes to observe wintering wildfowl and wader birds, plus 720 species of butterflies and moths. Look out for the threatened Marsh Fritillary butterfly, distinguishable by its amber mosaic wings.

Dive a shipwreck from WW1 Orkney Islands, Scotland The shallow waters of the Churchill Barriers, a series of causeways in the Orkney Islands at Scapa Flow, are home to an eerie collection of submerged blockships.

Deliberately sunken during the First World War to provide a blockade against enemy German forces, the vessels are now a popular spot for guided dives. Open to anyone with an Advanced Open Water qualification and drysuit certification, boat dives cost from ÂŁ225 per person. Visit krakendiving.co.uk.

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Learn to climb a tree Isle of Wight If you failed to master it during childhood, there’s still time to perfect the art of arboreal ascents. Goodleaf Tree Climbing runs three-day intensive tree-climbing courses, with qualified instructors sharing everything you need to know about using a harness and swinging through branches in the canopy. Training mostly takes place on turkey oaks, known for the strength of their boughs. From £345 per person (10% discount if booking two or more people). Visit goodleaf.co.uk.

Mush and sled with husky dogs Yorkshire, UK Replicate the experience of running a pack of dogs through Lapland’s icy wilderness, by harnessing a group of eager huskies on a dryland mushing rig. Discover the different commands used to control your canine team, then set off for an adventure around a 250-acre farm at Thornton Hall Country Park. If there’s a decent snowfall, guests have the option to switch to a sled. A two to three hour experience starts from £55 per person.

Visit runwiththepack.co.uk.

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FA R L E F T Husky dogs | PA Photo/ iStock

LEFT Offa’s Dyke footpath in Wales | PA Photo/

BELOW Kite landboarding | PA Photo/Big Blue

Circumnavigate an entire country on foot Wales Connect two signposted pathways to literally hike around Wales, tracing its land and sea borders from end to end. By combining the Welsh Coast Path and Offa’s Dyke, ambitious ramblers can get a 1,047-mile workout – if they’ve got around eight weeks to spare. Alternatively, dive into sections, learning about history, folklore and wildlife through the free Wales Coast Path app.

Kitesurf without getting wet Pembrokeshire, Wales Using a sail attached to an oversized skateboard on wheels, kite landboarding allows you to skim surfaces without even touching water. Requiring less wind and power, it’s relatively easy to learn, and works as a foundation for kitesurfing – or even snow kiting should you choose to progress. Suitable for ages seven to 70, two-hour lessons cover launching, landing and flying skills. From £45 per person. Visit thebigblueexperience.com.

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Witness the aurora borealis Northumberland Occasionally, when activity is strong, the northern lights can be seen at latitudes as low as northern England.

Benefitting from a lack of light pollution and the reliability of clear skies, Northumberland’s international Dark Sky Park is one of the best places to find a place to perch and spectate. For a warm spot on a cold night, try the Kielder Observatory in Kielder Water And Forest Park.

Watch Shakespeare on a clifftop stage Cornwall, UK Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Cornwall’s Minack Theatre enjoys a spectacular location almost as dramatic as the plays it hosts. Watch actors run through a repertoire of classics at the open-air amphitheatre constructed in a granite outcrop and originally the garden of a private home. Shows are yet to be announced for the 2021 season. Visit minack.com.

Words by Sarah Marshall, PA

ABOVE The Minack Theatre | PA Photo/iStock

LEFT The northern lights in Northumberland | PA Photo/iStock

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Fitness trends that could be big in 2021...

Each year brings new wellness buzzwords and movements. Liz Connor takes a look at some of 2021’s trend predictions.

With parks and living rooms substituting for our makeshift workout spaces, it’s safe to say the fitness landscape has changed dramatically over the past year.

Trainers and gym brands have quickly adapted to suit our ‘new normal’, launching digital fitness operations to keep us moving. And with restrictions still in place, it looks like 2021 will continue to be a time where we put our physical and mental health first, finding new ways to stay happy and healthy at home.

But aside from that, what are the other big buzzwords and trends on the horizon in the world of fitness?

AT-HOME SPA EXPERIENCES If you’re missing your weekly sauna and steam, you’ll be happy to hear that the spa experience could soon be upping sticks to your living room.

Infrared sauna blanket companies like MiHigh (mihigh. co.uk) and SmoMar (smomar.co.uk) allow you to tap into the benefits of sweating out the day’s stresses at a fraction of the cost of installing an actual sauna. Their high-tech blankets can be laid out and plugged in at home, heating the body using infrared light.

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Expect to see at-home treatment tools, such as NuFace

the new venture is designed to help reduce the impact

(mynuface.com), Theragun (theragun.com) and LED

of long Covid symptoms.

masks popping up more on your Instagram feeds too.

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In an ideal world, we’d all love to hit the yoga studios and

If you’ve recently recovered from a Covid-19 infection,

weights room again. But with the reopening of gyms still

returning to exercise can be a challenge. It’s normal

hanging in the balance, digital training will continue to

to feel tired, weak and out of breath, so experts advise

boom.

against jumping straight back into your usual highintensity workouts.

Some of the UK’s best boutique gyms, like BLOK (bloklondon.com),

Psycle

(psyclelondon.com)

and

In response, gyms and trainers will be launching Covid

Barry’s Bootcamp (barrys.com) have all launched

recovery programmes designed to help people getting

digital platforms. Working out remotely is only going

over a bout of the virus return to fitness.

to continue to grow, as people continue to work from home, not venture far – and want challenging and

TenClinical, the clinical division of boutique fitness

exciting options to rival in-person sessions.

provider Ten Health and Fitness (ten.co.uk), recently launched a ‘Coronavirus Recovery’ programme, which

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FINDING NEW WAYS TO MEDITATE The benefits of meditation have been well documented, but lots of us struggle to tap into that ‘quiet mind’ feeling. Next year, we’ll continue to train our mental wellbeing, just as much as our physical bodies, finding ways to switch off the internal chatter.

Netflix has kicked off the new year with a new animated series in partnership with Headspace, called Headspace Guide To Meditation, which aims to help people build a practice at home.

If the woo-woo language often tied up with mediation cringes you out though, check out Spoke (spoke.world), a soon-to-launch hip hop and spoken word meditation app that’s on a mission to engage more young people in mindfulness practice.

TECH-INTEGRATED CLOTHING Rather than strapping gadgets to our wrists, a new breed of smart clothing will allow us to track our fitness performance with ease and comfort in mind. Techinfused garments use natural skin contact to read the wearer’s biometrics, and Silicon Valley has been developing all kinds of new connected clothing, from leggings and hoodies to trainers.

Athos Core (shop.liveathos.com) was founded by two athletes who sought to create gym kit that would feed back data in real-time. Their second-skin shirts and shorts measure your muscle performance using a type of technology called EMG (electromyography), sending detailed reports to an accompanying app.

Keep an eye out for Hexoskin (hexoskin.com) too. This fast growing start-up creates smart vests and T-shirts that hide a small device in a secret pouch, which can monitor heart rate, calories, breathing rate and volume, steps, cadence and even your sleep.

Words by Liz Connor, PA

A B OV E A woman meditating at home | PA Photo/iStock

LEFT Athos Core men’s smart activewear clothing | PA Photo/MiHIGH

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Avon AvonCastle, Castle, Ringwood Ringwood A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached resiA stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached residence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting dence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting specifications by the existing owners. specifications by the existing owners.

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The property is situated within the exclusive residential area of Avon Castle which is set in the beautiful Avon Valley, bordering the charming market town of Ringwood.

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A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached residence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting specifications by the existing owners.

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An impressive detached family home providing a modern and stylish feel throughout, as well as being nestled in a private garden. EPR: C

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A beautifully presented 1930’s detached family home which retains some of the original features and offers the perfect opportunity to extend (STPP). EPR: D

£1,500,000

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Bournemouth

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£1,095,000

Highlights of the property are a superbly appointed kitchen lounge diner, a master bedroom suite as well as great ancillary accommodation, stabling and a large Nissen hut.

Accessed via an approximate 300 yard sweeping tarmac driveway, the property is in an oasis of peace and nature surrounded by attractive woodland, miniature lakes and paddock land.

A truly wonderful and one-off opportunity to purchase a beautifully refurbished 4 bedroom bungalow on a magnificent 15.6 acre site in the heart of Crow.

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Throop, Bournemouth

A stunning family residence boasting far reaching views across the surrounding countryside, extensive parking and south westerly facing gardens. EPR: D

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This period detached house is ideally suited to family living and is set in a highly desirable location with an exceptional 1.2 acre garden. EPR: D

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Avon Castle, Burley, Ringwood New Forest A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached resiA delightful forest cottage tucked away in a secluded dence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting position along one of the most sought after roads in specifications by the existing owners.

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Occupying a delightful south westerly facing plot, the The property enjoys numerous features and property has a wonderful feeling of character space combined with further offers scope for renovation a contemporary feel throughout, this and trulyenlargement is a classy (subjecthome. to granted planning permission). statement The gardenisenjoys a westerly aspect and offers a good The property situated within the exclusive residential sized outbuilding workshop/storage/home area of Avon Castle ideal whichfor is aset in the beautiful Avon Valley, the plot charming market office.bordering In total, the extends to 0.3town acre. of Ringwood.

Energy Performance Rating: E Energy Performance Rating: C

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Avon Castle, Ringwood

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The property is situated within the exclusive residential area of Avon Castle which is set in the beautiful Avon Valley, bordering the charming market town of Ringwood.

Highlights of the property are a superbly appointed kitchen lounge diner, a master bedroom suite as well as great ancillary accommodation, stabling and a large Nissen hut.

Occupying a delightful south westerly facing plot, the property has a wonderful feeling of space combined with a contemporary feel throughout, this truly is a classy statement home.

The property is also offered with forward chain’.

Accessed via an approximate 300‘noyard sweeping tarmac driveway, the property is in an oasis of peace Energy Performance Rating: F and nature surrounded by attractive woodland, miniature lakes and paddock land.

A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached residence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting specifications by the existing owners.

substantial detached residence, now in need A Atruly wonderful andfamily one-off opportunity to of modernisation, offering almost 3000 square feet of purchase a beautifully refurbished 4 bedroom accommodation, together with bungalow on a magnificent 15.6 acre site in numerous the heart and grounds extending to 1.65 acres. of outbuildings Crow.

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A well presented house set on a corner plot with wrap around gardens, parking and a garage/home office; within walking distance of the village. EPR: C

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Highlights of the property are a superbly appointed kitchen lounge diner, a master bedroom suite as well as great ancillary accommodation, stabling and a large Nissen hut.

Accessed via an approximate 300 yard sweeping tarmac driveway, the property is in an oasis of peace and nature surrounded by attractive woodland, miniature lakes and paddock land.

A truly wonderful and one-off opportunity to purchase a beautifully refurbished 4 bedroom bungalow on a magnificent 15.6 acre site in the heart of Crow.

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A beautifully presented semi-detached town house benefiting from a southerly garden, garage and parking; within walking distance of the amenities. EPR: B

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No Forward Chain - A beautifully presented property which enjoys a delightful southerly rear aspect and beautifully landscaped gardens. EPR: B

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Avon Castle, Lymington, Ringwood Hampshire A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached resiA bespoke and newly constructed four bedroom, four dence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting bathroom home with delightful designer features specifications by the existing owners. throughout. Enjoying a private south facing walled garden, parking and secure gated access, positioned in the Occupying a delightful south westerly facing plot, the heart of Lymington. property has a wonderful feeling of space combined with a contemporary feel throughout, is a classy The property includes this atruly magnificent statement home. kitchen/dining/living room, separate sitting room, impressive master suite with spiral staircase to the stunning The property is situated within the exclusive residential bathroom. area of Avon Castle which is set in the beautiful Avon Valley, bordering charming market town of Viewing is highlythe recommended to appreciate theRingattenwood. tion to detail.

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Avon Castle, Ringwood

Energy Performance Rating: TBC Please contact the Lymington office to arrange a viewing Please contact the Ringwood office to arrange a viewing

Occupying a delightful south westerly facing plot, the property has a wonderful feeling of space combined with a contemporary feel throughout, this truly is a classy statement home.

The property is presented in first class order and being Accessed an approximate 300ofyard sweeping just a fewvia minutes walking distance the village centre tarmac driveway, the property is in an oasis of peace and beaches, this stunning house could be of great appeal and naturepurchasers surrounded by to attractive to family wanting be walkingwoodland, distance to village amenities and a short land. flat walk to well-regarded miniature lakes and paddock schooling.

Highlights of the property are a superbly appointed Separate double garage and a large family garden. kitchen lounge diner, a master bedroom suite as well as great ancillary accommodation, stabling and a Energy Performance Rating: D large Nissen hut.

A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom detached residence of circa 6,400sqft that has been built to exacting specifications by the existing owners.

substantial and characterful five bedroom detached A Atruly wonderful and one-off opportunity to house, set on a superb gated garden plot in one of the purchase a beautifully refurbished 4 bedroom most sought areas of Milford onsite Sea,inon private bungalow on aafter magnificent 15.6 acre thea heart lane. of Crow.

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A recently refurbished and spacious home which benefits from a sunny south facing rear garden and ample off road parking. EPR: C Please contact the Lymington office

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Hordle, Lymington

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Highlights of the property are a superbly appointed kitchen lounge diner, a master bedroom suite as well as great ancillary accommodation, stabling and a large Nissen hut.

Accessed via an approximate 300 yard sweeping tarmac driveway, the property is in an oasis of peace and nature surrounded by attractive woodland, miniature lakes and paddock land.

A truly wonderful and one-off opportunity to purchase a beautifully refurbished 4 bedroom bungalow on a magnificent 15.6 acre site in the heart of Crow.

Crow Hill, Ringwood

Milford on Sea, Lymington

A beautifully presented and cleverly adapted mid-terrace house set in a particularly convenient location close to the village and beach. EPR: D

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Jack Whitehall: I’m terrified I’ll wake up one day and stop being funny The actor, comedian and presenter talks to Luke Rix-Standing about Covid, pre-show nerves, and why he often feels lethargic offstage.

It’s easy to forget, given his mammoth CV and near-constant presence on screen and stage, that Jack Whitehall is still only 32.

From a regular slot on A League of Their Own to co-starring with his dad in comedy documentary series Jack Whitehall: Travels With My Father, and presenting the Brit Awards since 2018, Whitehall’s comedy has delighted audiences on both sides of the Atlantic, and amassed him an enormous 6.1 million followers on Twitter.

He’s now attached to a new campaign with AXA Health, aiming to help people get active in enjoyable, approachable ways. “It’s feelgood health,” he says, “all about finding fun ways to get fit – mentally and physically.

It’s aimed at people not necessarily into the gruelling side of working out, and for some reason they happened upon me.”

Is it difficult to look after your health when you’re touring?

“The tour diet is terrible, and you kid yourself that running round on stage is some sort of workout. On one recent tour, I started looking for ways to improve my fitness, and started walking to a lot of the venues.

“It was nice, but sometimes I’d be walking alongside the crowd, and when they’re coming to a big show, they expect you to be swept in backstage in some chauffeurdriven car. I think I punctured the veneer!”

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And do you have strategies for looking

Do you ever get stage fright?

after your mental health?

“Yes – stand-up takes a bit of a toll

“I’ve recently had personal things that I don’t

psychologically, because you’ve got to trick

want to go into in detail, but it’s definitely

yourself into feeling bulletproof, even when

something that has touched my life this year,

you have nagging doubts. The audience

and I think the most important thing is to talk

need to think you’re totally in control, but if

openly to friends and family. A lot of the men

that goes, it’s quite scary.

I know aren’t very good at doing that, and I’m certainly not good it all the time.

“I’ve had mental blanks. Towards the end of my tour last year, I’d performed the show

How much has your work been affected

50 times, and then suddenly, a week before

by Covid-19?

recording my Netflix special, I blanked and

“I had two movie releases and they both

forgot where I was. I had a bit of a breakdown

got delayed, so that threw me a bit. I don’t

on stage – it was terrifying – and for the next

like sitting still and not being creative, but

week I couldn’t get it out of my head.

I’ve been fortunate enough to find ways to work, and I’ve written more scripts this year

“I’d be in the middle of a routine and it would

than any other.

be going amazingly, but there was a voice in my head going ‘you’re gonna forget it

“I did a show for the BBC with no audience,

again!’ It took me a bit of time to get over,

which weirdly I quite liked. When you’re in

and it makes you want to stay as match fit

front of a live audience there’s low-hanging

as possible. In stand-up, there’s always an

fruit you can go for that gets a cheap laugh,

experience like that lurking round the corner.”

and not having an audience makes me write in a slightly more cerebral way. You

When in your career have you been most

can do jokes that are a bit subtler.

nervous?

“There have been a few things. My first Brits

“I feel I’m already trained for it, because

was terrifying, because it was high profile

at the Brits, the audience isn’t paying

and live. I did a Bafta awards show in LA

attention. There are people there but it may

where the front row was Meryl Streep and

as well be an empty room!”

Harrison Ford, so I was pretty nervous there.

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A B OV E Jack Whitehall plays in Soccer Aid 2016 at Old Trafford | Nigel French/PA

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“There was also my first five-minute set

‘hi’, and you feel you haven’t been the best

on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.

version of yourself. Maybe I need to just

It’s the easiest crowd you could hope for

change my act!”

– an American TV audience so excited to be there they’d laugh if you put your hand

You’ve got a massive following on Twitter

under your arm and made a fart noise. But

– do you enjoy social media?

for some reason, it was the most terrifying

“I try to dip in and out, because it can get

experience ever. These things diminish with

a bit toxic, and I wish I was better at having

time – and you miss it sometimes. The thrill

social media detoxes. Although it’s quite

afterwards when you’ve nailed it is so much

cathartic when Arsenal have put in a terrible

greater if you were bricking it beforehand.”

performance to go on there and read people tearing strips out of them.”

There must be pressure on comedians to always be funny and energetic. Do you

Do you find it easy to make jokes about

ever struggle with that?

something like Covid-19?

“Yeah,

100%.

I

spoke

with

Romesh

“It reminds me of four years ago, when as

[Ranganathan] about this recently, saying

a comedian you looked at Donald Trump

how envious I am of him, because his whole

and thought ‘I’m not gonna write any

act is this grumpy, deadpan bloke who’s in a

jokes about this guy, because it’s going to

foul mood. That’s great because he can easily

get tired so quickly’. Of course I did end

be in character, but I’m a bit of an upbeat, jolly

up doing jokes about Trump because he

idiot, so I feel like I’m letting people down if

so dominated what everyone was talking

I’m not always up for a laugh and being matey.

about, and with Covid the same might be true. If everyone in the audience is sat

“I’m not always as excitable as I appear

there socially distancing and wearing face

on TV – sometimes you’ve just got up and

masks, it might be weird not talking about it.

you’re getting a coffee and someone says

It really would be the elephant in the room.”

A B OV E Jack Whitehall on Graham Norton with Harrison Ford | Yui Mok/PA

LEFT Jack Whitehall attending the EE British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Opera House | Yui Mok/PA

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Do you think everything should be on the

helped me, and once it’s possible, I’ll try

Do you think you’re a different comedian

table for comedy?

and do shows at them, because they’re the

now to when you started?

“In a way, but I think the comedy that I

lifeblood of the industry. That’s one of the

“I think so – your act develops and the

enjoy and am best at tends more towards

hardest things for comedy – cinemas can

stuff you write changes. I hope I’m getting

escapism. I’m not too into politics or

maybe make money at reduced capacity,

better. You’re always terrified that one day

holding a mirror up to society – I’d rather

but theatres and clubs need to be full.”

you’ll wake up and stop being funny. That

give people a distraction from the horrors of the real world.”

never goes away.”

Did you always want to be a comedian?

“I wanted to be a performer. I loved acting,

If not a comedian, what would you have

It’s tough for comedy venues right now –

and my heroes growing up were people

been?

are you worried for the future?

like Rowan Atkinson and John Cleese. The

“I did a lot of art. I probably would have been

“I am – club comedy relies on quite tight

Edinburgh Festival was my first taste – my

a cartoonist or artist of some description.”

margins, and a lot of young comedians

eyes were opened and I became obsessed.

coming up will have been really hit by this.

I did my first show there and went five years

It’s important that comedians like myself

in a row. It’s so depressing that this is the first

don’t forget where we started. I’ve tried

year ever they’ve had to cancel. The idea of

to help with fundraisers for clubs that

August without Edinburgh is just so alien.”

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How to master the perfect pooch-friendly break in Dorset Our four-legged friends need a breather from lockdown too, says Kerri-Ann Roper.

We’re about to dine on an exquisite meal in a picture perfect restaurant. It’s definitely not the type of place you’d normally expect to find any four-legged, furry guests.

But our third – and VIP – dinner guest, Puck, a two-yearold Pomchi, has snuggled down on a lush bed in the corner next to the dinner table – and is awaiting his own gourmet meal of chicken and rice. And the dogfriendly pampering doesn’t end there. At least, not at The Eastbury Hotel.

A B OV E The Victorian Garden Potting Sheds which have eco-friendly roofs of moss and flowers | PA Photo/The Eastbury

LEFT Eastbury Hotel | PA Photo/ The Eastbury

RIGHT Matthew Street, the executive chef at The Eastbury Hotel | PA Photo/ Kerri-Ann Roper

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A food and water bowl are laid out neatly, along with a collapsible water bowl, which you can take with you on walks should you need.

There’s a small, private outside area that’s perfect for him to explore, while providing some open space. And rooms are spread far enough apart, so you won’t be bothered if anyone else’s pooch decides to get chatty.

There’s a marked difference between a hotel being dog tolerant and dog friendly, and The Eastbury Hotel definitely falls into the latter.

Understandably, there are some areas that are not all access for his paws – the spa, for example – but otherwise, it’s a treat to walk around a hotel and not feel like anyone is objecting to furry friends. The garden (exquisitely tended to) and outside areas have bins and poo bags dotted around in just the right places.

It’s no wonder the hotel has just been announced as the overall winner of this year’s PetsPyjamas Dog-Friendly Travel Awards, which celebrate the UK’s dog-welcoming travel industry.

And a quick browse on PetsPyjamas – the UK’s leading dog-friendly holiday company – will have you finding more pet-friendly gems all over the country in seconds.

Situated in the picturesque town of Sherborne, Dorset, the Georgian period listed townhouse oozes elegance from every corner. Owner Peter de Savary says it best by describing it as the “perfect stress-free destination to unwind and relax”. And I think my dog, Puck, agrees wholeheartedly.

When we’re shown around the 26-room property, Puck trots along to explore with us. It’s a treat to see a hotel embracing dogs at every turn.

We stay in one of five luxury garden suites launched in 2019 (known as the Victorian Garden Potting Sheds) which are external to the main hotel. The elegant room aside, it’s the welcome for Puck that is impressive.

Waiting in the room is a comfortable dog bed (definitely a King Size in his books) adorned with a rope toy and bag of treats, as well as a welcome letter addressed to Puck.

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If, like me, you find a holiday isn’t an enjoyable one

with gusto. You can also have doggie meals (and human

without your animal at your side, then it’s a holiday

ones) delivered to your room if you’d prefer a night in.

game changer.

There’s plenty of exploring to do beyond the hotel’s comforts too.

Sophistication is something the two AA Rosette restaurant Seasons can pride itself on. Executive chef Matthew Street, a former MasterChef Professionals contestant,

And one of the hotel’s strengths must be its easy access

has crafted an impressive feast using local produce. As

to the Dorset countryside. The town itself is a quick walk

the restaurant name implies, the menu is adapted to

from the hotel and you’ll find there’s plenty to explore –

the seasons and also includes a top-end tasting menu.

from a scrumptious deli called The Pear Tree, to Saxon

There’s also a menu of the day, and the restaurant is

cathedral Sherborne Abbey.

happy for guests to mix and match between the two.

But it’s undoubtedly the surrounding countryside that The dining experience definitely ticks the memorable

beckons – especially if you’re a dog owner. The area is

box. You can order a chicken and rice dinner for your

a walker’s dream, and there’s a handy booklet in each

pooch to enjoy alongside you, and Puck tucks into his

hotel room recommending dog walks.

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FA R L E F T Sherborne Castle | PA Photo/iStock

LEFT The Eastbury Hotel | PA Photo/The Eastbury Hotel

BELOW Sherborne Abbey in Dorset | PA Photo/iStock

Sherborne Walks’ Paul Birbeck takes us on a morning amble to the nearby Sherborne Castle and Gardens.

The castle is owned by the Wingfield Digby Family. Built

by Sir Walter Raleigh in the late 1500s, with gardens landscaped by Capability Brown, it is a slice of heaven.

Walking guide Paul is a font of knowledge about the surrounding area and castle, and visiting the castle gardens is like walking into a sensory paradise.

After a walk, there’s no better place to soothe your walking legs than at the hotel spa, which guests can book for exclusive use for an hour slot.

As far as dog-friendly breaks go, my furry friend gives this one a solid paws up.

How to plan your trip PetsPyjamas (petspyjamas.com) offer stays at The Eastbury from £295 per night.

With the first dog-friendly holiday booking, PetsPyjamas customers automatically become members of their Priority Paws club, which gives dogs and their owners access to their own VIP Pet Concierge, complimentary 24/7 Vet Line access for the duration of their trip, VIP discounts and exclusive deals.

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LONDON - DORSET - HAMPSHIRE TOWN • COUNTRY • WATERSIDE • EQUESTRIAN • PLANNING

Burley £7,500,000 The property is recognised as one of the premier properties in the New Forest and in an ideal location. Castletop House is a fine Late Victorian country house and two guest cottages with total living area of about 12,000 sq/ft, set in 6 acres plus a further 6.5 acres by separate agreement. Totally restored by its present owners to modern standards, it has lost none of its original charm or period features including large sash windows, panelling, high ceiling and solid oak floors throughout. The house’s grand proportions with the south facing aspect give a light and airy feel.

Approx 12,000sqft of living space | 12 bedrooms | 5 reception rooms | Beautiful, maintained gardens | Only 90 miles from London via M3

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Bournemouth £1,999,950 Fully modernised accommodation | Stunning annexe and double garage | Bright and airy throughout | Short walk to Bournemouth town centre Large internal hallways | Large swimming pool/ gym complex | Beautiful veranda with views toward golf course

Poole £2,000,000

Wimborne £1,095,000

Lilliput £950,000

Rural Farmhouse with fantastic HOME AND INCOME OPPORTUNITY | Beautiful scenic views and access to small private Lake | Viewings highly recommended | 4 additional Self Contained Cottages | Outbuildings to include 6 stables with hard standing yard area

Beautifully located rural farmhouse | 2 Stable blocks and large outbuilding | Viewings essential to appreciate | 10 Acres of paddocks with direct access to bridleways | Bedrooms and 3 bathrooms

Fantastic opportunity to customise three bedroom bungalow | Planning approved for 2 dwellings | Viewings essential to appreciate | Walking distance of popular Lilliput First School | Please call for further properties

Ferndown £699,950

Hoton £675,000

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5 Bedroom stylish contemporary accommodation | Double garage and off road parking | Bright and airy throughout | Orangery and outdoor decking | Stunning open plan living | Viewings highly recommended

Stunning location | 4 Double bedrooms with 2 en-suites | Wow factor kitchen/diner/ family area | Garage and carport | Beautiful plot | Must view

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Ferndown £575,000

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Walking distance to shops | Two bedroom detached bungalow | Viewings highly recommended | Quiet cul de sac location | Ample off road parking | Garage

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Fully refurbished bungalow | Annexe potential | Viewings essential to appreciate | Good residential location | Please call for further details | Double glazed windows & stunning garden room

Ferndown £425,000

Poole £419,950

Ferndown £394,950

Four good sized bedrooms | Attractive position within development | Bright and airy throughout | Quiet residential location | Southerly facing garden

Share of freehold | No forward chain | Spacious two bedroom penthouse apartment – easily converts to three bedrooms | Oversized balcony | Double glazing | Large reception hall | Spacious lounge | Dining area | Single garage | Well maintained grounds | Must be viewed

Fully refurbished bungalow | Quiet sought after location | Viewings highly recommended | 2 Bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms | Garage and driveway with off road parking

West Parley £1,250,000 Stunning detached property | Seclude rear garden | private plot | 6 Double bedrooms | Indoor swimming pool complex | Wow factor living space | Ample off road parking| Garage with workshop

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Sway £2,750,000 Stunning and unique | An iconic Grade II* Listed New Forest landmark | Stunning panoramic views | A must view | 0.7 acres

Wimborne £390,000

Poole £360,000

Three Legged Cross £345,000

Fully refurbished bungalow | Internal viewings essential | Viewings essential to appreciate | Quiet residential location | Stunning kitchen/ breakfast room

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West Moors £343,995

Ferndown £324,950

Colehill £245,000

Modernised three bedroom | Cul de sac | Ample off road parking | Double glazing | Must view

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QUEENS PARK £650,000

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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.

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have the EICR certificate in place. Failure to have the certificate could mean a fine of up to £30,000.

Landlords, if your tenant is in a rollover, you need to be completely aware of what type of tenancy agreement you have in place. If your tenancy is a statutory periodic tenancy then you should already have the EICR certificate in place as each month is considered a renewing tenancy. If your tenancy is a contractual periodic tenancy, then you must have one in place by the 1st April 2021. Please do double check your tenancy and ask your agent which type of tenancy they using.

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.

If you are not sure, then please send me a copy of your current tenancy agreement and I can check it for you for free sharon@moveon.biz, better safe than sorry!

Keep safe, Sharon Remember a good letting agent is worth every penny when you know you can sleep peacefully at night.

The Wonky Table welcomes all Hospitality owners and operators in the area and is a collective promise to give the industry the voice it needs to return with the strongest possible footing. For more information and to join the group, search for “The Wonky Table” on Facebook.

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You can still enjoy your Valentine’s date night at home! With many of us unlikely to be able to go out for drinks or a meal this year, Lights4fun has some top tips for creating the ultimate romantic set-up within your own space.

There’s no need to go out when you can easily bring the cocktail bar to you! You can create your own bar area at home and it can be as simple as a side table in your living or dining room, complete with a few decorative finishing touches. Valentine’s is renowned for its pink and reds and Lights4fun suggests selecting one of these colours as the primary theme for your decor. Lights4fun’s Pink Pastel LED Candles are perfectly suited to Valentine’s Day and

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All you need is neon! Lights4fun also revealed that neon lights are trending for 2021, with their fun and vibrant designs proving to make a great addition to shelves or walls. Bright pinks and heart shaped neons will make a stand out piece for your Valentine’s decor. Alternatively, for a more toned-down look, Lights4fun’s Warm White Love Neon Wall Light fits effortlessly within any home. Not only are neon signs a lovely

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06 are sure to set the mood once the lights go down. Style them as part of your bar display, alongside a bottle of pink fizz and pink champagne flutes to continue with the pretty pink theme. You can even blow up some pink balloons for the occasion to complete the look!

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I N T E R I O R S | PA N TO N E C O LO U R O F T H E Y E A R

Pantone’s 2021 Colour of the Year;

Stylish grey and yellow – here’s how to get the look...

Sam Wylie-Harris reveals how to work Pantone’s popular palettes into your own interiors.

What

happens

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you

take

two

contrasting colours – ‘ultimate grey’ and ‘illuminating’ (which is a bright, buttercup yellow)– and project this perfect match into interiors? Something surprisingly uplifting.

Colour experts at the Pantone Colour Institute have defined these two shades as Pantone Colour of the Year 2021 – and we couldn’t be happier about it! Especially now we’re all in winter lockdown, and need something to steer us in the right direction and bring a touch of brightness to our days ahead of springtime.

Said to be a ‘marriage of colour, conveying a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting’, this is

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an uber union that’s easy to get right and will bring your rooms to life.

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Here’s how to get the look in your home…

Lilium Paint (Pastel Yellow); Charmed Paint (Blue Grey); G&B White Paint, £38 each for 2.5L (other items part of room set), Graham & Brown (Pictured left) If you’re feeling truly inspired by Pantone’s picks, go all-out with some paint effects using both shades. A bold move is to paint one wall white, from the skirting board to three-quarters of the way up, then the rest in yellow – repeating the pattern in an adjoining room, with grey instead of white.

Corresponding soft furnishing completes the look. Ta-da!

Horizon Mustard Wallpaper, £60 per 10m x 52cm roll (other items part of room set), Graham & Brown (Pictured below) Starting with your office space, think about making working from home that much more inspiring with a wonder wall that frees your mind from the mundane and channels thoughts of carefree summer holidays.

Deep Yellow Coolicon Original Shade

Horizon Mustard could be papered on

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furniture and eco-friendly sisal carpeting.

Sometimes all it takes is a trendy industrial pendant light to bring a ray of sunshine to the most used room in the house. To switch things up a bit, small details – such as a stove top espresso maker in stainless steel, grey canisters and a lovely fruit bowl filled with bananas or fresh lemons – will add some zest.

Orla Kiely Una Chair in Tolka Dandelion and Sixties Stem Charcoal with American Walnut Feet, currently £575 (was £675), Barker and Stonehouse (Pictured left, credit PA Photo/Barker and Stonehouse) Famous for her artistic renditions of retroinspired pieces, designer Orla Kiely’s Una chair, with her signature stem print, will enhance any space – and offers just the right measure of comfort and style with its

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LEFT HKLiving Studio Natural Teak Wood Round Pillar Dining Table (available in natural wood, black and white), Yellow Modernist Movement Original HKL Artwork, other items part of room set, Ciel Shop | PA Photo/Ciel Shop Interiors

TOP RIGHT Patrick 2 Seat Sofa in Canary Cotton Matt Velvet, other items from a selection/part of room set, Sofa.com | PA Photo/Sofa.com

BOT TOM RIGHT Aura Matte Banana Yellow (2022-40) Paint, other items part of room set, Benjamin Moore | PA Photo/ Benjamin Moore

BELOW Perle 3 Seater Sofa Without Scatters in Plush Asphalt, Sofology | PA Photo/ Sofology

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Team it with a pale grey background, dove grey curtains, charcoal grey bench (great for a relaxed Sunday brunch), a bright contemporary print and there you have it.

Perle 3 Seater Sofa Without Scatters in Plush Asphalt, £1,199, Sofology (Pictured bottom left) Resplendent in velvet, we can’t think of anything more lush than sinking into this glamorous grey sofa. Not dark and heavy, more modern and chic, the Perle sofa will work in any scheme, from elaborate to simple. It’s available in a lovely ‘Plush Turmeric’ yellow shade too.

Patrick 2 Seat Sofa in Canary Cotton Matt Velvet, currently £1,861.50 (was £2,190), Sofa.com (Pictured above) This super-soft and stylish yellow sofa (also available as a sofa bed) is bound to pop in any scheme. A couple of grey scatter cushions and some dark accents will tie it all together.

Aura Matte Banana Yellow (2022-40) Paint, from £28 for 0.94L, Benjamin Moore (Pictured left) The all-white kitchen is trending big time for 2021, but if your worktops or tiles are looking a little lacklustre and you want a pop of colour to update existing fittings and fixtures, yellow channels a youthful glow. A durable, kitchen rug in anthracite and white bar stools brings the look bang up to date.

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

ROAD TEST: VO LVO XC 6 0 - A C L AS SY PER FO R MAN C E It comes as a surprise to non-car passengers in Volvo’s XC60 that the Swedish car maker produces an even bigger SUV. The reason is that the XC60 feels spacious enough to host a modest public meeting (socially distanced), with enough room in the boot to cater for their hunger and thirst too. Mounting miles at the wheel will shrink the car for those not used to its size, whereupon it is merely large in a good way; generous with its space and comfort.

Smaller, in a surprisingly good way, is the car’s thirst for petrol. Its engine is backed up by an electric motor which takes power from a battery charged when you plug it in and also when you brake (a plug-in hybrid, in other words), and the result was an impressive 51mpg over a mixed driving week.

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The secret is plugging in when you can, and for most a home and work charger will be the answer. Our public charge point network is shameful. With a claimed range of 33 miles on pure electric the best I achieved with the XC60 was 29 miles, but still sufficient for a reasonable one way commute.

The big touchscreen is a model of logical clarity even if some features like heating and ventilation still work better as knobs you grasp; not symbols you stab with an outstretched finger.

In a car this big and one that pulls with real purpose when overtaking, and in near silence, it is very impressive. The 4-cylinder, 2.0-litre turbocharged and supercharged engine doesn’t disappoint.

There’s more serenity on display in the very upmarket version of the XC60 you see here, with an interior finished not in the black that seems to come as standard these days but in soft, light nappa leather.

And very good it looks too, backed up by grey drift wood inlays, adding a crisp and modern feel to the interior.

Perhaps even more impressive, and rather harder to build into a car, is the sense that everything you see or touch is there to make your progress just a little more comfortable and keep you calm when all around are feeling flustered.

If that makes the XC60 sound potentially expensive, you’d be right. The Inscription Pro costs £58,920 but packs enough standard kit to keep most of us happy and, being Volvo, a plethora of safety features.

It’s a very classy act.

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T: 01202 48 88 85 PEU G EOT E-20 8 GT PR EM I U M Peugeot launched the 106 Premium 25 years ago, the smallest model in its range at the time, but with equipment usually exclusive to luxury saloons and models in the upper segments. Today, the have launched the all-new PEUGEOT e-208 GT Premium.

The all-new e-208 is available in a GT Premium version’s array of standard equipment includes distinctive full LED headlamps with three claw light signature, gloss black wheel arch extensions, 17’ diamond-cut alloy wheels and a premium Alcantara interior trim, TomTom® Traffic connected 3D navigation with 10” HD touch screen and a plethora of driving aids that pave the way for semiautonomous driving.

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R O A D T E S T: S KO DA K A R O Q – U N D E R S TAT E D A N D VERY C L ASSY One of the complaints I hear most about VAG products is that they all look the same.

Well you can certainly spot the lineage in some design cues and shared use of parts. However they do have distinctly different characters and of course pricing structures. Having recently sampled a couple of Skoda models they do stand out as offering the best of the VAG qualities, while maintaining their own persona.

The first of my sample cars was what Skoda say is their mid-size SUV, the Karoq. A creative thinking session from the Czech firm’s marketing department came up with the name which is a combination of the Karaaq and Ruq, native American words for car and arrow.

The Karoq is a nicely understated vehicle with an element of class, indeed I was accosted twice by other motorists to enquire about the car with favourable comments. It happens with luxury or premium cars I have been driving but rarely with ‘ordinary’ fare.

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Prices for the Karoq start at £22,765 and peak at £37,030 with six trim levels, two petrol engines and one diesel power unit offered in two power outputs. As ever with VAG you have a choice of manual gears or the automatic DSG box. There is a fourwheel-drive option in all bar one trim level.

Standard across the range are such features as powered, heated, auto dimming and folding door mirrors, privacy glass, front fog lights, dual zone climate control, cruise control, auto lights and wipers plus rear parking sensors. My SE Drive test model adds some decorative niceties but perhaps more importantly navigation, Bluetooth, front parking sensors and a rear view camera. At £900 extra it’s arguably a sensible starting point to the range.

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The two petrol engines are a sprightly 3-cylinder 1.0-litre or 4-cylinder 1.5 litre at 115PS and 150PS respectively. The 1.5-litre powering my test car is probably the most versatile if you do a fair few miles on longer runs, it has that bit more power and performance range. It’s a smooth and refined drive aided massively by having a very comfortable ride that isn’t at the expense of a yacht-like ride on twisting roads.

Comfortable, understated and classy probably best sums up the Karoq. It’s a delight to drive and feels considerably more than its price tag would suggest.

Standard equipment could be better but even with options it remains an immensely attractive package.

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R O A D T E S T: B M W M 1 3 5 I – I T ’ S D I F F E R E N T B U T S T I L L A G R E AT P E R F O R M A N C E C A R BMW are famed for their rear drive cars that have enthused keen drivers for years. So you can easily imagine the howls from BMW devotees, matched only by the howl of the famed BMW straight six under full throttle, when an M car emerged with a 4-cylinder engine and essentially front wheel drive. The M135i is actually allwheel-drive, but unless additional traction is required it is pulled rather than pushed along the road. This means it has lost some of its character compared to the previous version which had straight six power and drove the rear wheels. So it’s a different car but most drivers looking for a comfortable, fast and premium badged performance machine will love it.

keyless entry, park assist, wireless charging, head-up display, adaptive LED headlamps and high beam assist. Other options included a panoramic roof £1,000, adaptive suspension £500, gesture control £300, front seats lumber support £150 and through loading aperture in the rear seat £150.

Phew! That brings the total cost to £42,785.

A lot of money for a 5-door hot hatch, but it is something a little bit more than a normal hot hatch.

On the road it rides very well on even the firmest suspension setting from the optional adaptive ride choices. This compliant ride isn’t at the expense of handling though as through the most twisting cross country roads it has plenty of grip and excellent sharp steering. It takes fast corners with considerable ease and a confident feel. Seating is comfortable and there’s decent space for both people and their luggage.

It has quicker steering, tweaked suspension and sits lower than the standard 1-Series.

Build quality seems very good with quite tactile materials that have a quality look and feel. Externally the dominating factor is that grille. It looks better in darker colours rather than chrome effect where it’s far too Kardashian. This latest incarnation of the famous kidney shaped grille is a bit too in your face for me. That and the loss of the straight-six rear drive set-up shouldn’t detract from what is a great performance car. It’s not worse than the outgoing 135i, it’s just different.

Priced from £34,995, as ever with German cars the price is prone to escalation once you tick a few option boxes. My test car came well loaded with three option packs at £1,500 each, including larger alloys, enhanced Harmon Kardon sound system,

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F O R D F I E S TA A N D T R A N S I T: B R I TA I N ’ S B E S T- S E L L I N G N E W VEHICLES IN 2020 The Ford Fiesta and the Ford Transit Custom / Tourneo Custom range took the No.1 and No.2 spots respectively in Britain’s best-selling new vehicles chart for 2020.

For the Ford Fiesta, 2020 marked the 12th successive year it had captured the top spot as Britain’s most loved passenger vehicle with more than 49,000 sold. Since 2009, Ford customers in Britain have purchased close to 1.3 million Fiestas.

Ford was Britain’s top-selling passenger vehicle brand in 2020, a position it has held for the past 44 consecutive years, and also led retail sales with a 10.9 percent share in this segment. Other passenger vehicle highlights included the Ford Puma which, in its first year on sale, with nearly 26,300 sold, is the best-selling mini utility vehicle in the country and placed No.8 in the best-sellers list overall.

Ford not only led the medium and light commercial vehicle sales chart for the 55th successive year, but the Transit Custom / Tourneo Custom range were the country’s No.2 top-selling vehicles overall with sales of nearly 47,500 during the year.

Transit Custom /Tourneo Custom sales represented an all-time record market share of 44.5 percent of the one tonne medium commercial segment.

ROAD TEST: D A C I A D U S T E R B I - F U E L Having had the pleasure of driving so many cars over so many years I have been around when some car companies were formed, admittedly I was young at the time.

Dacia emerged in the mid-60s producing Renault models such as the 8 and 12. The company was eventually sold to Renault and gave the French company a perfect base for their bargain car range. However don’t think that because it’s the entry level brand it’s somehow less worthy.

Dacia has amassed a huge following for their practicality, affordability and style.

Yes style!

The SUV craze has been ongoing for some years and one of the most popular models in the Dacia range is the Duster SUV. A clever advertising campaign and high satisfaction ratings mean that second hand Duster models hold their value well. New, prices start at £11,745 and reaches its peak at £20,295. There’s a choice of petrol and diesel engines, plus Bi-Fuel power from petrol and LPG, along with two and four-wheeldrive and a choice of 5 or 6-speed manual gearboxes depending on the model.

If you head for the entry level model it is, well, basic. White is the only colour, you get ‘undressed’ steel wheels, black trim e.g. door handles etc, just one engine option

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and two-wheel-drive. That said it’s £11,745!

Move up just one level though and the equipment comes in fast and furious, with more option choices too. My test Duster was the Comfort TCe 100 4X2 Bi-Fuel.

Essentially mid-range, two-wheel-drive with a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbocharged petrol/LPG engine.

Priced at £15,255 including optional £560 Iron Blue metallic paintwork the Bi-Fuel element is an interesting option. The conversion can claim some environmental credit and is a more financially attractive conversion for Dacia than electric Hybrid and or full electric. Although for Europe only there will be the new Dacia Spring Electric.

Changing from petrol to LPG is easy with a simple dash switch and the actual switchover is seamless. Apart from an increased range, Dacia claims 620 miles, LPG is also cheaper at the pump. A simple screw-in adaptor apart, the filling up process is as easy as petrol.

On the road the Duster drives smoothly and rides even the worst roads in comfort.

A decent amount of standard kit and a finish that looks much more than its price would suggest shows why it’s been such a great success. I was mightily impressed.

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R O A D T E S T: HYU NDAI I30 N FA S T B A C K Being in the fortunate position of regularly driving many different cars means you can often tell what a car will be like even before you get behind the wheel. How it will perform, is it for car lovers or those who merely need transport. Occasionally though you get a car that fools you. A variant of a standard model normally so geared to being mere transport that you find yourself genuinely amazed at a standard car transformed into something truly great. The fact I’m talking about a Hyundai might well surprise many, but trust me this one’s a gem!

Manufacturers of Hyundai’s stature normally satisfy themselves with a few styling changes and splashes of vivid colour to grace a new sporting version of a standard model. Well the Korean company went big with their ‘N’ line up and recruited an expert to their ranks, in the form of previous BMW M Sport chief, Albert Biermann. You have to drive the i30N less than a mile to know the gamble has paid off handsomely.

In Fastback form the i30N shuns everything about its very competent, but rather ordinary standard stablemates for a car that offers more fun per miles than anything I’ve driven in sometime. Power comes from a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that develops just over 270 hp, drives the front wheels through a 6-speed manual gearbox, has launch control, electronic limited slip differential, rev matching and five drive modes. It ably demonstrates that the i30N means business.

The benchmark 62 mph is reached in a whisker over 6 seconds and a top speed of 155mph is available, but it’s not outright performance, terrific though it is, that makes this car such fun. You can quite literally throw it into corners and its grip inspires confidence, lift off and any unwanted wiggles can soon be brought back under control. It also sounds wonderful without being overly intrusive and having people check if your baseball cap is on the wrong way.

It’s very practical with space for four and their luggage, thanks to those drive modes it rides comfortably enough to take your Mum out on a Sunday as well as being able to take to the track, and has lots of toys to make the daily commute interesting. It might not be up there with the premium badge brigade, and at £30,310 it isn’t cheap, but it’s so worth it!

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Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall: Healthy eating is not about pinning everything on a single approach The writer and broadcaster talks to Katie Wright about his holistic approach to health, and staying positive during a difficult year.

It’s just past lunchtime and Hugh FearnleyWhittingstall is already thinking about tonight’s family dinner plans. “I think we’re going to have cauliflower steaks with cauliflower cheese – my son loves cauliflower cheese,” he tells me on the phone from Devon. “I’ve just grown the most enormous cauliflower, probably the PA Photo/Simon Wheeler

biggest one I’ve ever grown. I’ve had to stop short of the mentality of somebody growing vegetables for show.”

No stranger to the vegetable patch, of course, the River Cottage founder has enjoyed having more time to tend to his crops during the pandemic, and also took the opportunity

got a nanny for milking and two wethers,

as many whole foods as possible, feeding

to add three farm animals to the fold.

which are castrated male goats. We reared

your gut and reducing refined carbs – may

the boys for meat and we got some lovely

not be feasible for everyone, so suggests

“During the beginning of the spring [last

milk every day. We made goat kefir and we

picking “the ones that you think make sense

year], we decided to get some goats. We

actually made some lovely goat’s cheese

to you and are going to work for you. The

from the kefir, which was really delicious.”

whole point is not to pin everything on a single approach,” he adds.

Stirring

up

batches

of

gut-boosting

fermented drinks like kefir and kombucha,

The final chapter makes the case for mindful

the writer and broadcaster is practising

eating, something the 55-year-old admits

what he preaches in latest book, Eat Better

he’s struggled with in the past. “I’d be

Forever, which sets out seven principles of

happily thinking about other things, while

a healthy diet, rather than offering a single

tucking into crisps or eating a sandwich

quick-fix solution, as health gurus often do.

on a shoot, or automatically popping the cork when I get home from work in

“Newspapers love to jump on a food story

the evening.

PA Photo/Simon Wheeler

or a diet story or a food health thing, and it’s blown up into the new thing or the

“I’ve learned to manage that by always

latest thing,” Fearnley-Whittingstall says.

being more thoughtful – well, not always,

“Sometimes those things are misleading.”

because goodness knows this is not about perfection. It’s about being in touch

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The author realises that adhering to seven

with your thinking about your eating, and

tenets – which include eating a varied diet,

therefore about the eating itself.”

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Likewise, while the broadcaster has found that intermittent fasting (reducing one’s calorie intake on certain days) has helped him lose weight, he recognises it’s not for everyone.

PA Photo/Matt Austin

“If I’m dashing about making a programme, or I’m on my feet all day, if I don’t have something to eat fairly soon in the morning I’m a bit stressed and a bit grumpy,” he says.

“Whereas I find I actually enjoy fasting a little bit when I’m having a quieter time. So have been really amazing. I’ve had amazing

and identified over 170 wild flowers all

time at home with the family, growing

within two miles of my front door. So that

‘Go whole’ – eating more whole foods

[vegetables] and cooking and walking,

was quite fun.”

– is the first principles of the Eat Better

looking after the goats.

I’ve been able to do that quite a bit recently.”

Forever approach. After a TV project slated

Now, with a smidgen of hope (dare we

for shooting was postponed, Fearnley-

“I’ve made a bunch of recipes, which my

say it) potentially on the horizon, Fearnley-

Whittingstall spent most of 2020 at home

son Freddy filmed and we put up as a part

Whittingstall wants to use the opportunity

in East Devon with his wife Marie and four

of the River Cottage Instagram – stuff like

to keep on doing the things that have

children (Chloe, 24; Oscar, 21; Freddy, 17;

that to keep people engaged and keep in

brought him joy during this turbulent time.

and Louisa, 10).

contact with our supporters through these strange times.”

“Probably there are lots of people who do want to get back to just how things were

“It was tense at times because all the kids, including the grown-up ones, were at home

When the great flour shortage of 2020

– and that definitely applies [for me] – to

for at least the first three months, and that

hit, the cook got to work coming up with

seeing friends, spending more time with

doesn’t normally happens these days apart

a baking alternative. “It was quite a nifty

my mum and dad, stuff like that,” he says.

from Christmas.”

recipe for chickpea cookies, which seemed

With the River Cottage cookery school

to go down quite well, and I still make them

“There are other things that are very special,

because they’re actually really delicious.”

and I’m keen to take them take them along

and restaurants forced to close due to

into the post-lockdown world.”

restrictions, he says the business side of

Identifying a gap in his botanical knowledge,

things has been “really tough. We’ve decided

he set about photographing wildflowers on

Eat Better Forever by Hugh Fearnley-

not to reopen one of our restaurants, which

his daily walks in the Devonshire countryside.

Whittingstall,

photography

by

Simon

Wheeler, is published by Bloomsbury, priced

is really sad.”

“For a couple of months, I was doing a daily But he’s trying to look on the bright side:

wildflower tweet on my Twitter feed, which

“At a personal level, I have to say elements

people seemed to like. I’ve photographed

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Chunky beef chilli recipe INGREDIENTS

SERVES 6-8

1. Set a large heavy frying pan over a high heat and add a dash of oil. When hot, add the

Olive or vegetable oil, for frying

pork with some salt and pepper. Cook briskly for several minutes, turning the meat from

About 200g free-range pork belly (rind on

time to time, until browned all over.

or off), cubed 800g chuck or stewing steak, cubed

2. Transfer to a large flameproof casserole dish. Repeat the browning process with the

150ml red wine (optional)

beef, doing it in two batches so as not to crowd the pan, seasoning it as you go and

2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced

adding a dash more oil to the pan if necessary.

4 medium carrots, halved and thickly sliced 4 garlic cloves, sliced

3. When all the meat is browned and transferred to the casserole, reduce the heat under

1tsp dried chilli flakes

the pan to low and pour in the red wine (or 150ml of the hot stock). It will bubble and

2tsp each cumin and coriander seeds,

hiss. Stir the liquid, scraping the pan with a spatula, to release all the caramelised meaty

crushed (or 1tsp each ground)

bits from the base of the pan. Bring to a simmer and set aside.

1tsp smoked paprika 1 star anise (optional)

4. Meanwhile, add the onions, carrots, garlic, spices, chilli if using, orange zest, a pinch of

½–1 fresh red chilli, sliced (optional)

salt and a twist of pepper, plus the thyme if using, to the casserole with the browned

A few strips of pared orange zest

meat. Cook over a medium heat, stirring often, for eight to 10 minutes to soften the veg.

3–4 sprigs of thyme (optional) 400g tin tomatoes

5. Tip the liquid from the frying pan over the meat. Add the tomatoes and hot stock; if the

About 1L hot beef stock, veg or chicken stock

liquor isn’t enough to cover everything, add a little more stock or boiling water. Bring

1 large sweet potato (300–400g), peeled

to a low simmer and cook very gently for one-and-a-half hours or until the meat is

and cubed (or you can use squash)

becoming tender.

2 x 400g tins beans (cannellini, kidney or butter beans), drained and rinsed Sea salt and black pepper

6. Add the sweet potato and beans (with a little more hot stock or water if needed) and cook for a further 30 to 45 minutes. Check that all the meat and veg are nice and tender, tweak the seasoning and the chilli is ready to serve.

Rye and banana cookies PA Photo/Simon Wheeler

MAKES 15 OR 24 ‘BITE-SIZED’ COOKIES

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/Fan 160°C/Gas 4. Line 2 baking sheets with baking paper.

2. Put the flour, oats, baking powder, spice, sugar and ground flaxseed into a large bowl and mix thoroughly. Add the dried fruit and nuts or seeds and mix well again, separating INGREDIENTS

any of the fruit if it’s sticking together. Add the mashed bananas and the oil and mix

125g dark rye flour

again, really well.

150g porridge oats ½tsp baking powder

3. Put tablespoonfuls of the mixture (dessert spoonfuls for bite-sized cookies) onto the

1tsp ground mixed spice

prepared baking sheets, shaping them roughly into thick, round cookies. Bake for 12 to

75g brown sugar

15 minutes, until golden and starting to brown on the bases.

2tsp ground flaxseed 120g raisins or chopped dried apricots 100g roughly chopped nuts or mixed seeds

4. Leave to cool a little and then transfer to a rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight tin for up to five days, or for a few months in the freezer.

2 ripe medium bananas, mashed 100g extra virgin olive oil, or coconut oil

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Baked fish and veg parcels SERVES 4

INGREDIENTS

500g courgettes (4 medium)

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6 and have ready a large baking tray with a rim (so no juices can escape). Tear off four large sheets of greaseproof paper or foil.

400g carrots A bunch of spring onions, trimmed

2. Cut the courgettes into thin ribbons or fine slices, using a mandolin, swivel veg peeler

2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

or a food processor fitted with a thin slicing blade. Put the courgettes into a large bowl.

A few sprigs of thyme, leaves picked and

Ribbon or slice the carrots in the same way and add to the courgettes.

roughly chopped A small bunch of parsley, leaves picked

3. Finely slice the spring onions and add these too, along with the garlic, thyme, parsley

and chopped (optional)

if using, and two tablespoons of the olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and a twist of

3–4tbsp olive oil

pepper. Toss together well with your hands.

4 fish fillets (150–200g each), such as hake or coley, or sustainable (MSC-certified)

4. Pile the veg in the middle of each sheet of paper or foil, dividing it equally. Place a fish

haddock or cod

fillet on top of each pile and season it with salt and pepper. Gather up the edges of the

About 200ml white wine or cider,

paper or foil and bring them up around the veg and fish. Pour a good splash of wine,

vegetable stock or tomato passata

cider, stock or passata into each parcel.

Sea salt and black pepper Cooked whole grains (30–60g per serving), to serve

5. Crimp the top edges of the parcel together. With foil, you’ll be able to seal the package completely; with paper, you can just scrunch it up so the fish is mostly covered. Place the parcels carefully on the baking tray. Bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and the veg is just done (it will still be al dente).

6. Bring the parcels to the table and accompany with whole grains, to soak up the juices.

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TH E FIG HT AGAIN ST MASK N E By now, we're all well accustomed to

And it is not just your skin you have to

sporting a face mask on-the-go as the

remember to wash! To avoid blemishes and

new norm. However, this has been seen

irritation, it is important to wash reusable

to be causing irritation to the skin which

masks frequently, to remove any bacteria

is leading to breakouts to the lower face

and dirt that can be absorbed onto the skin.

(including chin, cheeks and nose area) and Hydration

is now most commonly known as ‘Maskne'.

It is really important throughout the day to Maskne is a type of breakout on the skin,

keep your skin as hydrated as possible to

which is caused by the constant friction of

help improve your skin's barrier function

the mask material on your skin. This type

by either increasing your water intake or

of acne is known as ‘acne mechanica’ and

moisturising the skin frequently, to avoid

commonly occurs in people wearing masks for a long period of time.

rashes or dryness. Our go to treatment for anyone experiencing dry or sensitive skin

for hydration and rejuvenation is the

as it doesn’t absorb moisture from your skin.

celeb favourite Hydrafacial treatment. The

Along with the constant friction on your

hydrafacial treatment cleanses, extracts

skin, maskne is also triggered by pores

Cleanse Your Skin

and hydrates with super serums made

being blocked by sweat, oil, makeup, and

With dirt, oil, sweat, and bacteria building

with nourishing ingredients that create a

bacteria which sits on the skin under your

up on the skin underneath your mask it

gratifying glow. Book in a course for when

mask. This can cause outbreaks of spots,

is essential that you wash your face both

we reopen… your skin will thank you for it.

blemishes, inflamed hair follicles, irritation,

before and after wearing a mask if you want

and redness.

to avoid breakouts.

At the moment, wearing a mask is necessary

If your skin is already irritated, look out for a

in many situations, so prevention is your best

gentle cleanser, or if you are prone to acne,

bet when it comes to tackling face mask

look out for a breakout-busting salicylic

Minimal Make-Up

acne. The good news is, if you are suffering

acid cleanser which helps to keep your

Your pores are already fighting off sweat and

with maskne or want to prevent it appearing,

pores clear of build-up.

bacteria under your mask, don’t add make-

For home hydration we would recommend the Profhilo Serum and the Tigi Skin serum

there are a few things you can try:

both available to buy from us.

up into the mix too! If you are taking your It may be tempting to wash your face more

mask on and off throughout the day and

Mask Material

than usual, but we recommend you stick to

want some sort of coverage, then a tinted

When you’ve invested in the best skin

your regular AM and PM routine so as not to

moisturiser is your best bet for spot free skin!

care products, why should you let paper

dry out your skin, cause irritation or redness.

or cotton masks irritate and blemish

Our favourite is the ZO Sulphur Mask that is

Did you see Chrissy Teigen's latest skincare

your face? Comfort and style are just

a natural clay-based formula that delivers

tip that she recently shared on Instagram?

as important as ensuring you keep your

maximum-strength sulfur medication to

'Life hack: nose strip under your mask. Keep

mouth covered. Unlike cotton fabric, silk

treat and prevent acne and spot eruptions

safe AND get those rent free blackheads

is a cool and breathable fabric as its fibres

on the face, neck. This face mask for acne

out’! Genius! Designed to decongest and

are temperature regulating. This allows hot

includes kaolin and bentonite to purify

unclog pores nose and chin strips are a

air to radiate away to keep the mask dry and

pores and help absorb excess sebum, to

brilliant way to tackle blackheads - and

cool throughout the day. Plus, silk not only

avoid whiteheads, blackheads and any

can be done so in the safety of a mask.

looks better, but is also the perfect solution

other type of breakouts in the future.

Double win!

C O N TAC T

L O C AT I O N S

07817 594092

Dune Hair and Beauty, Canford Cliffs, Poole

shikha@elegantclinic.co.uk

Beauties Bournemouth, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth

www.elegantclinic.co.uk

AR Pharmacy, Totton, Southampton

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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

C RY P T I C C LU E S

C RY P T I C C LU E S

1.

Greek scholar (9)

2.

Conclusion (3)

8.

Bind (3)

3.

Match (5)

9.

Putting off (11)

4.

Disregard (6)

11. Busybody (7)

5.

Foot-lever (7)

12. Giver (5)

6.

Thinning (11)

13. Holy (6)

7.

Allusion (9)

15. Delay (6)

10. Wisely (11)

17. Lodgings (5)

11. Villain (9)

18. Engine (7)

14. Nature (7)

20. Melodramatic (11)

16. Mar (6)

22. Nothing (3)

19. Felony (5)

23. With sincerity (9)

21. Entirely (3)

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LAST ISSUES SUDOKU SOLUTION

LAST ISSUES CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS ACROSS | 7 Verbal ~ 8 Fierce ~ 10 Recline ~ 11 Equal ~ 12 Apex ~ 13 Smack ~ 17 Whirl ~ 18 Foil ~ 22 Twist ~ 23 Sharpen ~ 24 Filter ~ 25 Degree | DOWN: 1 Overlap ~ 2 Proceed ~ 3 Habit ~ 4 Silence ~ 5 Fraud ~ 6 Realm ~ 9 Mesmerise ~ 14 Shatter ~ 15 Compare ~ 16 Plunder ~ 19 Stuff ~ 20 Rifle ~ 21 Dazed

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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

@fucclothingbournemouth

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W H AT ’ S O N | F E B R UA RY

What’s on

IN FEBRUARY

We have explored online to find ways to keep our bodies and minds active and entertained. There are so many amazing options out there, these are just a selection we have found to help you on your way.

FA M I LY

L I V E L E S S O N S F RO M T H E

LO C K D OW N T I P S

N AT I O N A L M A R I N E AQ UA R I U M

& I D E AS

F R I D AY S

This group has been set up to provide support, tips and ideas if you are at home with your family.

Every Friday for the next few weeks the National Marine Aquarium will be delivering FREE live lessons from their Aquarium via YouTube to hep support students and teachers during lockdown! Each week there will be two sessions; the first ‘Deep Science’ at 1pm – 1.20pm, followed by ‘Mermaid Tales’ from 1.30 – 1.45pm.

Being at home with children can be challenging at the best of times so they offer extra help, support and planning to make this uncertain time hopefully a bit easier!

They will be posting ideas and suggestions for indoor and garden activities that you can do with your children, from crafts, to challenges, to cooking, to indoor sports, games and more.

GA M E S N I G H T S I N

The sessions will be on their YouTube channel after the live broadcast so you can re-watch them, or catch up on them if you didn’t watch them live - completely free.

ANYTIME

Are you looking to have some virtual fun with friends and family? Decide whether you’re game for a quiz, keen to solve a mystery, eager to escape or love the thrill of a horse race. Then Macmillan will email you everything you need, and help you raise vital funds for people living with cancer too.

It’s simple - choose your game: Trapped!

An Escape Room, Horse Racing Night, Quiz Night or Whodunnit.

Set up a Virgin Money Giving page and encourage your guests to donate.

FA M I LY L O C K D O W N

Then relax and have a fun night with friends and family by holding your Games Night In.

N AT I O N A L M A R I N E AQ UA R I U M www.national-aquarium.co.uk

P E T E R R A B B I T AC T I V I T I E S A N D GA M E S TO T RY AT H O M E D O W N L O A D A B L E PA C K

Find out more about Peter and his friends with these downloadable activity packs from the National Trust to enjoy at home. Even though the Peter Rabbit™ winter activity trails at the places in their care have ended, you can still have fun at home with some baking, crafting and inspiration to keep the kids entertained.

TIPS & IDEAS Search “FAMILY LOCKDOWN TIPS &

M AC M I L L A N C A N C E R S U P P O R T

N AT I O N A L T R U S T

IDEAS” on Facebook

www.gamesnight.macmillan.org.uk

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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Photo credit Olly Reed - National Marine Aquarium

Dates for your diary BABY SENSORY IDE AS HELPFUL IDEAS B A BY S E N S O RY U K www.facebook.com/ BabySensoryUK

ANIMAL WEBCAMS ST R E A M B ROA DWAY H I T S !

ANYTIME

M U R D E R M YS T E RY O N L I N E : S H E R LO C K A N D T H E PA L AC E ASSASSIN 04, 05 & 06 FEBRUARY

Gather the family and get your detective hats on for an online Cluedo-style mystery game...

For the people who live together under the palace’s roof, the last few weeks have already brought many strange phenomena, outlandish behaviors and compromising situations. Now they have to add a death to the list, and it is far from an ordinary accident: someone has murdered the butler! Everyone in the palace is suspected of having committed the crime; as the Sherlock of this story, they turn to you for help. In order to get hold of relevant information, you’ll have to interrogate suspects and look for clues. Can you solve the case and unmask the culprits? Don’t miss out on this thrilling experience!

If you are missing trips to the theatre this might be the perfect website for you. Broadway HQ offer a streaming service for some of your favourite Broadway shows. So you can watch from the comfort and safety of your home - and with no curtain time!

L I V E D A I LY MARWELL ZOO www.marwell.org.uk

ONLINE PREGNANCY YOGA AND BIRTH PREPAR ATION HELPFUL ADVICE L U CY F L O W www.facebook.com/lucyflowyoga

You can choose from the finest productions of Shakespeare to Tony Award-winning blockbusters, they have something for all the theatre fans in your life!

They are currently offering a 7 day free trial so you can try it out before you subscribe.

ONLINE CL ASSES COOKING, MUSIC, PHOTOGR APHY AND SO MUCH MORE! SKILL SHARE www.skillshare.com

THE BABY CLUB AT HOME ANYTIME B B C I P L AY E R www.bbc.co.uk

Tickets are limited so don’t delay!

M U R D E R M YS T E RY O N L I N E

B R OA D WAY H D

www.feverup.com

www.broadwayhd.com

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Property Experts

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EPC Rating C

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EPC Rating C

A stunning four/five double bedroom detached property situated on a private corner plot within one of the most sought after roads in West Christchurch, within Twynham School catchment.

A fabulous three double bedroom detached contemporary house with light and airy accommodation. This property has been extended and modified to create a modern, open plan style of living with a fantastic south facing rear garden.

Alder Hills, Poole £310,000

Sea Road, Boscombe Spa £265,000

EPC Rating C

EPC Rating C

A good size three bedroom semi-detached house situated in a cul-de-sac position and presented in good order throughout. Located in a convenient position close to Bourne Valley Nature Reserve.

Well-presented two double bedroom apartment situated in the popular Boscombe Spa location just moments from Bournemouth's award winning beaches, Boscombe Pier, bars and restaurants.

Lindsay Road, Westbourne £260,000

Cavan Crescent, Poole OIRO £285,000

EPC Rating C

An immaculate two bedroom, two bathroom ground floor flat, presented in show home condition. Situated in a sought after area just minutes’ walk to the popular shops, bistros and facilities of Westbourne.

EPC Rating TBC

A fully refurbished three bedroom family home situated in a popular residential location of Poole. Within walking distance of Parkstone Grammar School shops and local amenities.

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Property Experts

Rodney Drive, Mudeford £825 PCM

EPC Rating D

A well presented one double bedroom, end of terrace house situated in a highly sought after Mudeford location. Small pet considered. Available from 28th January.

Ringwood Road, Ferndown £750 PCM

EPC Rating C

A beautiful one bedroom apartment available within an Over 60's Retirement block located close to Ferndown High Street. Include 24 hour careline system, lift access and communal gardens.

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