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ISSUE 35 July - August 2012

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Welcome

News

Rupet Penry-Jones opens new amphitheatre in Petersfield; 50 years and still swimming; Diamond celebration; New homes in Petersfield; Petersfield remembers

Health

Staying healthy in the heat

Reach in excess of 60,000 readers in East Hampshire, South West Surrey and West Sussex by advertising ac ross both our titles

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24 Ben Southall

The best job in the world, three years on

26 Food

Al fresco dining in Petersfield

38 Business news

Summer celebrations; Hole in one; Rained off; Deli delights; New facial clinic opens in Petersfield

40 What’s on

12 Style

28 Profile

41 Competition

16 Interiors

30 Events

42 Directory

Tropical fever Midsummer night’s dream

18 Torchbearers

Meet the Petersfield torchbearers

20 London 2012

The final countdown Petersfield’s Tracey Richardson updates us on her Olympic journey

22 Gardening 4

How to avoid the garden pests this summer

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Fomuse’s Toby Thornton Summer diary

32 Out and about

Where to take the family this summer

34 The Grange

Finding out more about Petersfield birth centre, The Grange

36 Care

Complete reassurance

37 Charity

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The Queens, Selborne Local contacts; Advertising list; Distribution points

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Merritts Meadow showroom

Rupert Penry-Jones opens new amphitheatre Rupert Penry-Jones, star of BBC’s hit series Spooks and Silk and ITV’s Whitechapel, officially opened an open-air theatre, nestled within the South Downs. At the opening the local actor gave details of the first season of the new Petersfield Shakespeare Festival.

Rupert Penry-Jones

On its open-air stage in July will be two productions. “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Twelfth Night,” by a 25 strong cast of professional and local actors. Jay Green, the Festival Director, knows a thing or two about staging Shakespeare in the great outdoors. He used to manage the famous open-air Theatre in London’s Regents Park. Speaking before the amphitheatre was officially unveiled, Jay said, “we’re delighted to have the support of Bedales Schools in opening this wonderful new venue. It’s a beautiful setting in which to stage two of Shakespeare’s greatest and best-known comedies. We have an excellent and experienced cast and it’s our hope that as many people as possible can come and enjoy high quality theatre productions in such an atmospheric location.” Petersfield Shakespeare Festival, 01730 711599, www.petersfieldshakespearefestival.co.uk

50 years and still swimming Petersfield Open-Air Swimming pool celebrated 50 years of business in style. The open-air swimming pool marked their golden anniversary with a gala day starting at the exact time the pool opened 50 years ago. Around 200 people enjoyed a special birthday cake and a range of waterborne displays throughout the afternoon. Liz Bisset of Petersfield Open Air Swimming pool said, “With open-air pools being closed on a regular basis it feels like a great achievement to have reached our 50th anniversary this year. Petersfield Open Air Swimming pool is a registered charity run by a voluntary management committee and operated on a day to day basis by a small dedicated team of paid employees led by Mrs Viv Mays, who herself has worked at the

Petersfield Open-Air Swimming pool courtesy of Louise Bushell

pool for more than 30 years! Since turnstile income is not sufficient to cover operational costs, fundraising is an ongoing necessity. This is where we are so fortunate in having such a supportive local population.” Petersfield Open Air Swimming pool, 01730 265143, www.petersfieldpool.org

Diamond celebration Petersfield celebrated the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with a full line up of royal events. The day started with 60 British cars and motor bikes, covering the Queen’s lifetime, on show in The Square and the High Street.

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At 11.15am the formal ceremony began in The Square and a capsule was buried beneath a specially created mosaic. A procession of residents in 1950s costume then set off for The Heath, where a traditional fete was in full swing, packed with stalls, a tug-of-war competition and a raft race. And as the day led into the evening, crowds enjoyed dancing to a large band with a programme of 40s and 50s music. At 10pm a succession of lanterns made their way around the Heath Pond and, as the procession ended, there was a blazing tribute to the Queen on the pond. See our pictures from the fun day on our Facebook page.

New homes in Petersfield Retirement developer, Beechcroft, have built 14 new homes in Petersfield. The recent development, Merritts Meadow, is located just off Station Road, amidst gardens, landscaped areas and meadowland. “When we launched this new over 55s development, visitors looked at the 14 homes under construction and asked where the other properties were,” comments Angela South, Sales and Marketing Director for Beechcroft. “They couldn’t believe that we building so few homes at Merritts Meadow! The new terraced homes overlook gardens and open space to the front and gardens and a leafy bank to the rear. Right on the doorstep is the north meadow.” New homebuyers can also look forward to the launch of a two-bedroom show home scheduled for 14 July. The three-bedroom show home is priced at £550,000 to include carpets, curtains, blinds and light fittings and prices for the two-bedroom houses and apartments start from £325,000. www.beechcroft.co.uk.

Petersfield remembers The people of Petersfield recently gathered to show their respect at Katie Pitt’s funeral. Known for her role as a stalwart supporter and fundraiser for numerous good causes, the former mayor of Petersfield and holder of the MBE, died in hospital at the age of 87. The Town Mayor, Councillors, friends, parishioners and members of the Air Training Corps (ATC) attended the service at St Laurence Catholic Church where there was standing-room only. Members of the ATC honoured Miss Pitt by forming a Guard of Honour outside the church. Miss Pitt was a regular visitor to the ATC and sat on its Civilian Committee. A reception was held afterwards in the Rose Room at the Festival Hall organised by friends and St Laurence parishioners. One of her good friends and fellow parishioner, Mrs Phil Willoughby, said, “Kate had a good send-off and one she would have really enjoyed had she been there. Everyone was very generous with their time and food, generating a good community spirit, which is what Kate was all about. She will be sadly missed.” Issue 35 July / August 2012

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Healthy

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There is more to preparing for the nice weather than buying a new bikini and cleaning off the BBQ. Sunburn, food poisoning, dehydration - these are just a few of the things that can ruin your holiday. Here we share our top tips to ensure you have a fun (and healthy) summer Dermalogica’s Oil Free Matte Block SPF20 (£36/ 50ml) at The Hidden Retreat.

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Dermalogica’s Solar Defense Booster SPF30 (£30/ 50ml) at The Hidden Retreat.

How to avoid the misery of food poisoning As temperatures rise over the summer, so do the cases of food poisoning. Around one million people get food poisoning in the UK every year, with around 120,000 extra cases occurring from June to August because warmer temperatures help germs grow faster. Bob Martin, a food safety expert at the FSA, warns: “People are economising on budgets including food, but it’s important not to economise on food safety as well. “People are looking for shortcuts and using more leftovers, but unless we’re careful, there’s a chance we can risk food poisoning by not storing or handling leftovers properly.” The Food Standards Agency’s advice on how to keep leftovers safe is: • Keep leftovers covered, refrigerate quickly and eat within two days. • Make sure the fridge is the correct temperature - below 5 degrees C. • If freezing leftovers, cool first to minimise temperature fluctuation in the freezer. • Leftovers can be safely stored in the freezer almost indefinitely, but the quality will deteriorate gradually, so it’s best to eat within three months. • Defrost frozen leftovers properly before use, either in the microwave or in the fridge overnight. • Eat leftovers within 24 hours of defrosting and don’t refreeze. The only exception is if you’re defrosting raw food such as meat or poultry, which can be refrozen after cooking. • Cook leftovers until steaming hot throughout. Issue 35 July / August 2012

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Healthy tan We all aspire for a golden glow in the summer. However, the only really healthy tan is a fake one. Thankfully this doesn’t have to mean streaky legs or looking like you’ve been tangoed. Never orange, St Tropez Tan always gives a beautiful, golden colour. A full body St Tropez Spray Tan is £25 at The Hidden Retreat. To avoid burning when you are out in the sun, you should also always ensure that you use a good quality, broad-spectrum sun cream that protects you against both UVA and UVB rays. “Even though sun damage is one of the biggest causes of ageing to our skin, people are still worried about applying sun cream to their faces; fearing break outs or oiliness,” Leesa from the Hidden Retreat explains. Dermalogica’s Daylight Defense range has creams to suit everyone’s needs, including Oil Free Matte Block SPF20 (£36/ 50ml) and Solar Defense Booster SPF30 (£30/ 50ml), which can be mixed with your moisturiser or foundation to add an SPF. And for those on the go, Solar Defense Wipes SPF15 (£23/ 15 wipes) - a convenient travel pack of sunscreen towelettes for the face and body which you can keep in your hand bag, so that you are never caught without sun protection. The Hidden Retreat, 01730 262007

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St Tropez Tan, £25 at The Hidden Retreat.

Exercising in the sun Staying fit and healthy in the sun is a great way to ensure you’ll look your best in your summer wardrobe. “Cycling, jogging and power walking are all perfect hot weather pursuits,” Gaynor Oakes, The Fitness Barn says. “However, don’t be fooled by a cool breeze or fluffy white cloud, the sun really can harm your skin and effect your body temperature.” To exercise safely, Gaynor says: • Take plenty of fluids and never forget the waterproof sun cream. As your body sweats to regulate body temperature you lose water, this can lead to rapid dehydration and nausea. • Always exercise first thing or later in the day to avoid midday high temperatures. • Carry a mobile phone at all times in case you trip or fall. • If you are out alone be prepared, know your limits and stay in safe areas where you can be easily seen. Gaynor Oakes - The Fitness Barn 01730 895583 www.lifemags.co.uk

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Holiday must haves Sun cream All natural suncreams for adults and children are available at the Bran Tub. Not tested on animals, they are Paraben and preservative free but still help to prevent sunburn and decrease the risk of skin ageing caused by the sun. After sun Of course, with every sun cream you buy you will need an after sun which will soothe and hydrate the skin. The Bran Tub offer after sun with organic herbal extracts that will do just that. Insect repellent You can fight the mosquitoes away at all times of the day with ‘Incognito.’ It repels and camouflages you from all insects and it is vegan friendly

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Exotic prints, bold colours and neutral shades mix for a hot look this summer

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Marine Paisley Square Neck Top, £55, Country Casuals

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Midsummer Night’s

Inspired by the new openair theatre for the Petersfield Shakespeare Festival (see pg6), we’ve given our interiors a Midsummer Night’s Dream feel, with a mix of enchanting blues, silvers and purples

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Victorian dresser painted in Little Greene ‘French Grey Dark’ £495. Letters £5 each, Wild Damson

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Meet the

torchbearers

As the Olympic Torch enters Petersfield, we’ve been finding out more about our local torchbearers and their inspirational stories Henry Port, Petersfield

Carrying torch 15 July, Day 58

Now, 12, Henry has been swimming since he was six months old. Today Henry competes all over the South East of England for his local swimming club. Henry’s love of sport isn’t restricted to swimming however, as he also plays very competitive football and works as a volunteer football coach. Henry says, “I am really excited about being chosen to be a 2012 Torchbearer. I am very fortunate to be growing up in Petersfield because there are so many great sporting opportunities for people to enjoy at all levels of ability.”

Sue Hubbard, Midhurst

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Sue Hubbard has been a shining light in the sporting community of her small Hampshire town for the last 21 years. Having played for the local tennis club for the duration of her time in Alton, she has captained both the ladies and mixed doubles teams, as well as being in the committee for almost a decade. In addition to her tennis commitments, Sue has been vital to the 18

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success of the junior section of the most thriving cricket clubs in the area, which has at least ten junior teams for both boys and girls from under 9 to under 17. She is part of the team that organises the Chance to Shine coaching program, allowing club coaches to go into local schools. Sue’s hard work earned the club the prestigious National Chance to Shine award in 2008, an honour which she collected from John Major.

them to school friends. He loves dancing and choreography and has starred in many of his school shows and dancing school events.” Over the years he has been bullied by less understanding children, but has remained a cheerful and happy boy. This year he has taken GCSE exams, something that his teachers thought he would never achieve.

Patrick Seaman, Petersfield

Carrying torch 16 July, Day 59 Sally’s children nominated her to carry the Olympic Torch as a thank you for all the work she has done for other people. They explain, “Our mum never buys anything or does anything nice for herself.” Sally has dedicated her whole life to helping other people, setting up two support groups for sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis where she’s given countless hours of physiotherapy and other support to help improve patients’ conditions. As well as being the full-time carer for her husband, who is also a Multiple Sclerosis sufferer, Sally works full time and still finds the time to do what she can for other people. “Carrying the flame means so much to her and is our way of demonstrating to her how proud we are of her and what a role model she is.”

Carrying torch 16 July, Day 59 Born 70% deaf, 15 year old Patrick Seaman has overcome many obstacles in his life. Through The Elizabeth Foundation in Portsmouth, he learned to speak and with the help of hearing aids, he attends mainstream school. He suffered mild epilepsy when he was very young and unfortunately over the past 18 months this has become more serious with him suffering major seizures. Patrick also has degenerative eyesight and only a few months ago he made the decision to decline any surgery, as the risk of further damage is too high. Throughout his life he has never moaned excessively about constant hospital appointments and tests and has borne everything with good grace. Patrick’s relatives describe him as “a very kind hearted boy, raising money for good causes quite regularly, making things and selling

Sally Sheward, Petersfield

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olympic journey

LONDON 2012 -

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Tracey Richardson. Photo by Michel Focard de Fontefiguieres

Petersfield resident, Tracey Richardson updates us on her Olympic journey Watching the Sea King helicopter bring the Olympic flame to Lands End on TV and seeing Ben Ainslie take those first steps on the route of the 70 day Torch Relay really ignited my enthusiasm for my own Olympic journey. As a volunteer Games Maker in the Media and PR Team I will be based at the Main Press Centre (MPC) at the Olympic Park in Stratford during both the Olympic and Paralympic Games. As a member of the News Desk Team my role will be to welcome journalists, field questions, arrange interviews and generally be the first port of call to ensure they can file factual, interesting stories on time, every time. Whether the question is “Can I interview Lord Coe now?” or “What time is the 100m Men’s Final?” I’ll be on hand to help all 21,000 of them! But being a Games Maker is so much more than the specific role I’ve been recruited for. As I’ve been through the training, both at venues and the online e-learning course, it has been made clear that we are ALL Hosts 20

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of London 2012. As Games Makers we represent the London 2012 brand, provide a welcome to all visitors and are there to offer advice and guidance from the minute we leave home to travel to our shift, right through until we close the door behind us back at home. How will we be identified amongst the millions of people on public transport and around London? With our distinct uniform. The design of the Games Maker uniform has drawn inspiration from the heritage and culture of the UK, influenced by the historic Grenadier Guards uniform and British Sporting heritage – including the London 1948 Games, Wimbledon Tennis and Henley Regatta but with a twist that reflects British quirkiness, fashion and modern design. As with everything else I’ve experienced so far, collecting my uniform and accreditation (security pass) was extremely efficient. There was the opportunity to try on sizes of the clothes and shoes, then once confirmed collect from a military style operation. We

were also given a bag, water bottle, umbrella “Just in Case” (it really does say that on the cover) and as a thank you an exclusive Games Maker Swatch Watch. All I have to do now is familiarise myself with the 2.5 sq km Olympic Park, the symbols of the 38 Olympic and 21 Paralympic sports, the venues, competition schedule and the “Games by Numbers” fast facts and I’ll be ready. For many competitors, contesting for one of over 800 medals at the 30th Olympiad will be a once in a lifetime opportunity and for me it will be the same. Tracey Richardson has been a resident of Petersfield for 12 years. She works as an independent consultant for the Not for Profit Sector and volunteers for Community First East Hamsphire and the Association of Petersfield Businesses. To follow Tracey’s Games Maker news – read her blogs at www.ampersand-ltd.co.uk and follow her on Twitter: @Charity_DNA

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Pest control

against their main pests - pigeons and “cabbage white” butterflies, I use popup net covered cloches or micromesh covered Grower Frames to great effect (see www.pippagreenwood.com for more information or to purchase) • Pick sweetpeas at every opportunity, as it really is true that the more you pick, the more you get! If you miss a few and they start to form seed pods, cut these off as soon as you spot them, or else the plants will soon dramatically reduce their flower production. • Continue to regularly feed summer bedding plants in containers with a liquid tomato food or one formulated for use on flowering plants. This should help to ensure a plentiful supply of flowers for months to come. • Hoe off annual weeds as soon as they emerge – if you leave them to get established they will compete with the garden plants and also be much harder to remove. I find the easiest hoe to use is a Speedhoe with an unusual almost heartshaped head that nips through weeds in a trance! As long as the weeds are not bearing seeds and do not have fleshy or chunky roots they can be added to the compost bin.

Gardening expert, Pippa Greenwood tells us how to avoid the pests this summer This is a great time of year, with flowers, fruit and vegetables all growing rapidly, as well as plenty of gorgeous crops to be enjoyed. But, if you want to make sure you continue to get the ‘lion’s share’, you’ll have to keep an eye out for pests and other seasonal problems!

lawn where they will act like a miniature mulch and help to keep the lawn in good condition in dry weather.

• Continue to keep tomatoes, peppers and aubergines well fed with liquid tomato food. The high levels of potash this contains will help to encourage plenty of fruit to form. Feed once a week and as you do so remove any newly developed side shoots from cordon tomatoes.

• Use secateurs, scissors or your finger and thumb to remove faded flowers on herbaceous perennials and annuals. Try to do this as soon as the flowers fade and you’ll then reduce the risk of grey mould developing and increase the chance of a tiny late flush of flowers.

• Provided you keep the lawn cut regularly you can still leave the grass box off it and allow the short clippings to remain on the

• As cabbages, cauliflowers, calabrese and other brassicas increase in size, make sure that they are well protected

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• Don’t forget to deal with slugs at every opportunity. They not only love tender foliage such as many of your vegetables and salads, but the small black keeled slugs tunnel into potatoes, wrecking a potentially great crop. Many gardeners swear by Nemaslug, a completely environment friendly control, using naturally occurring nematodes which kill the slugs underground with out endangering anyone or anything else! On my heavy Hampshire clay soil, I’d be lost without it and my potatoes would be riddled with tunnels! We now offer Nemaslug from www.pippagreenwood.com Pippa Greenwood

• You can now lift bulbs of tulips and hyacinths and carefully clean them off before storing in dry trays in a wellventilated shed or garage until you are ready to replant them in November.

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Ben Southall

The best job in the world – three years on

Ben stopped off in the tropical north for the Cairns Indigenous Art Festival. Four incredible artists had created this masterpiece for him to wear...complete with Torres Strait codpiece to cover his pride!

In 2009 Ben Southall was announced as the successful candidate for Tourism Queensland’s ‘Best Job in the World’ campaign and became the Caretaker for the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef. Three years, a few more once in a life time adventures and an engagement later, Ben tells us more about his exciting life My life hasn’t really slowed down! The whirlwind media-frenzy that followed me around 24/7 resulted in a six part series I presented for National Geographic that went to air in 2010 around the world. I’ve been working as Tourism Queensland’s Ambassador ever since, based in Brisbane the state capital, but work these days is still as much fun as it was back then in 2009. Following my year-long expedition driving around Africa in 2008 I was dying to get my teeth into another adventure, something that most people would find crazy or even stupid. Something to keep the adrenaline pumping, discover a less-travelled part of the world for myself and raise funds for charity. And so was born ‘The Best Expedition in the World.’ A 1,100 mile, four month kayaking sea safari along the Great Barrier Reef to showcase life under the water, proving to the world that the largest coral-reef system on the planet was very much alive and well. It retraced the route that Captain Cook took along the eastern coast of Australia back in 1770 onboard the HMB Endeavour. Throughout the adventure I had crew manning the support boat onboard which I slept, ate, ran the website and conducted media interviews from. It was a hive of activity day and night. My best friend from Petersfield, Jay Byrde and his girlfriend 24

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Danni worked onboard for the expedition providing essential support. After four months I was as pleased to see the entrance to, the now named Endeavour River, much as Cook had 240 years previous. At that time his ship was taking on huge amounts of water, I was arriving at my final destination. Life has taken me to many interesting places on the planet, one of them being Daydream Island in the Whitsundays. It was at an industry event I was emceeing that I spotted a gorgeous girl in the room. I got a little drunk, plucked up the courage and started chatting to my now fiancée Sophee McPhee. On New Years Eve we were in Sydney together for the fireworks, I decided to drop to my knee and propose to her, for some reason she said yes, and in November we head back to Hamilton Island to get married. Where the whole Australian adventure started. I came back to the UK in June to throw a celebratory bash and got to see friends and family again for the first time in 18 months.

Ben Southall and his fiancée Sophee McPhee Ben Southall setting off on a 1100 mile kayak and sailing journey along the Great Barrier Reef in May 2011.

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Monoloco

Al fresco Our guide to the ultimate al fresco dining experience this summer Location

Choosing the right spot is essential for an enjoyable outdoor eating experience. Try to find a spot near to the house where you can put a table and chairs. This way you can easily transport food from the house and you won’t get in the way of kids’ games or your washing.

Weather proof

The unpredictability of British weather can often make al fresco dining difficult. You therefore need to be prepared whatever the condition. A large umbrella is great for protecting you from overheating in the sun and if you get caught in a light shower. A strong umbrella will also shield you from the wind. However, remember to get an umbrella that can also fold away easily and doesn’t stand too high for you to replace its cover when not using it.

Pests

Nobody likes uninvited guests, especially those of the buzzing kind. To avoid bugs ruining your meal keep food in covered

Checklist • Candles

• Weatherproof furniture • Vinyl tablecloth

• A big tray to carry the food • Net domes to cover food

• Citronella oil / candles to keep away bugs! • Wet wipes for sticky fingers

• Paper plates so there’s virtually no clearing up • Large umbrella • Mesh cloches

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containers, under mesh cloches, or under a gazebo with net sides. Put your table legs in small containers of water to prevent ants from marching over your food and place citronella lights around your table to ward off mosquitoes.

Lighting

When eating outdoors in the evening the right lighting is crucial for setting the mood. Motion activated lights and harsh spotlights can disturb guests so turn these off before your meal. Instead go for candles and rope lights or outdoor Christmas lights on your patio or in the trees.

Comfort

It’s easy to be uncomfortable when eating outdoors so ensure you have enough chairs and tables for your guests. You can give your outdoor furniture added comfort with cushions but remember to bring them back indoors after use. To ensure outdoor wooden furniture lasts for as long as possible keep it under cover as much as possible, away from extremes in temperature or moisture and depending on its material, find out what it takes to maintain it. As well as the furniture your guests’ temperature will affect their comfort. Whether this means having a brazier or an outdoor heater to stop them from getting cold or having a fan to stop them from overheating.

Al fresco dining spots in Petersfield Petersfield Heath

With boats for hire, a children’s play area, a golf course, cricket pitch, a car park and plenty of space for picnics the heath has everything you need for a fun alfresco dining experience. www3.hants.gov.uk/countryside/petersfieldheath.htm

Annie Jones

Annie Jones brings Spain to Petersfield with their beautiful outside covered bar area, gas heaters and delicious Tapas menu. www.anniejones.co.uk

Queen Elizabeth Country Park

At Queen Elizabeth country park you’ll find two play areas, BBQ sites, picnic areas and 20 miles of trail for walking, cycling and horse riding. www3.hants.gov.uk/qecp

Monoloco

For an outdoor breakfast or lunch Monoloco have a beautiful walled garden and courtyard. www.monoloco.co.uk

Butser Hill

Quiet and away from it all Butser Hill is the perfect spot for picnics with wonderful views and a relaxing and quiet atmosphere. www.butser.org.uk

JSW

JSW offers secluded, smart outdoor seating under cream umbrellas in the courtyard at the rear of the restaurant. www.jswrestaurant.com

Games

Outdoor games are great fun and will really add to your al fresco experience. Croquet and cricket are traditional favourites but you can’t go wrong with a kick about. If you have little ones attending then a paddling pool is a must or you can keep slightly older children entertained with skipping ropes, bubbles, chalk, hula hoops – and if you’re feeling brave water pistols…

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A grilling with Fomuse’s Toby Thornton How did you get into cooking?

I grew up in a small family run hotel, offering wedding receptions and events so our house was always a hive of activity! As the oldest of five children I was encouraged to accept responsibility, which usually fell in the kitchen!!!

Where do you get your inspiration? Sounds like a cliche, but my inspiration tends to come from what produce is in season and as the new season approaches, so too comes the excitement of using those ingredients again and how to get the best out of them.

What has been your career highlight?

Whilst working at a cooking school a few years ago in Tuscany, I was lucky enough to spend the day foraging for mushrooms with Gennaro Contaldo. The knowledge of that man is infectious and truly inspirational! Oh, and cooking risotto on top of a mountain at 4000mts for a film crew.

Brothers Toby and Oscar Thornton have launched an exciting new catering business, Fomuse in Petersfield – combining food, music and service! Here we chat to older brother Toby about his unique business, his love of food and how he dreams of some day cooking for the Queen

What makes FOMUSE unique?

We have two brothers from different generations with a wide range of experience. From Michelin star restaurants to organising large music festivals, we have the ability to provide not only outstanding food and service but also recognize the importance of our clients individual requirements within any sector of hospitality.

Where do you see yourself in five years time?

I’m currently studying Naturopathic Nutrition, I’d like to combine that with my cooking and start to educate kids how to cook and enjoy healthy food…so perhaps a cooking school is my ultimate goal!

What’s your favourite thing about Petersfield?

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What do you love to do when you’re not cooking?

Walking my dogs, kite surfing, sailing and enjoying roast beef and Yorkshire pudding with a good red wine and family!

Where is your favourite restaurant?

Who would be your dream person to cook for? The Queen!

What is your cooking must have?

Good seasonal ingredients and fresh herbs.

What is the best thing about your job?

I really enjoy meeting new people and seeing them enjoy themselves and my food. Cooking in amazing locations, the opportunity to cook with beautiful ingredients and eating them of course!!!

Do you have any dinner party tips? Good organisation and make it fun!!!

What is the best hangover food?

Poached eggs on toast. It speeds up the metabolism and helps to expel toxins. Bananas replenish potassium and vitamin C, with lots of water and if that doesn’t work a few Bloody Marys will do the trick!!!

What is your food heaven?

Fresh seafood straight from the sea and cooked on the beach.

And… hell?

Paying for bad food.....when it should be good! www.fomuse.com

A place called Cal Pep in Barcelona. It’s nothing fancy, the chef looks and sounds like Ronny Corbet except talks Spanish. You sit at the bar with saw dust on the floor and they cook tapas style seafood dishes in front of you. The atmosphere, simplicity and flavor of the food is unforgettable!

What’s your signature dish?

I wouldn’t say I have a signature dish as I cook for so many different people, but I love cooking Italian and Mediterranean specially risotto!

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Authentic aromas and ingredients - a cuisine that lingers on the tongue, exotic appealing time after time. Lemongrass Thai Restaurants are situated in Rustington, Chichester and now Petersfield. The restaurant offers exquisite Thai cuisine in a modern, stylish venue. The spacious and welcoming interior is carefully lit for a relaxing atmosphere. Guests will appreciate the traditional Thai service, world renowned hospitality and honest food thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cooked to order and served with pride. The lemongrass offers innovative yet classic cuisine of the highest calibre using the very finest ingredients sourced from the best suppliers both locally and abroad. The restaurant serves genuine Thai dishes - diners can choose from chicken, beef, lamb, duck, seafood, noodles, rice and vegetarian dishes. Our selection offers a variety of wines and soft drinks with a choice of exotic fruit juice such as lychee mango & coconut, Asians beers and of course sake. Cuisine is spiced by our Thai chef, Mr.Prapuan, who has an artful hand.

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Summer Diary

The Petersfield Shakespeare Festival Much Ado About Nothing Monday 16 - Saturday 21 July

Twelfth Night -

Monday 23 - Saturday 28 July This summer, the Petersfield Shakespeare Festival will feature productions of “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Twelfth Night” by a 25 strong cast of professional and local actors. The venue has been created in the heart of the South Downs National Park, an amphitheatre sat in the Hampshire countryside, making it the perfect spot to enjoy fantastic entertainment and a picnic on a warm summer evening. Tickets can be booked at www.petersfieldshakespearefestival.co.uk or by phone at 01730 711599 or in person at One Tree Books Petersfield

Glorious Goodwood Tuesday 31 July to Saturday 4 August Every year Glorious Goodwood provides us with five days of fantastic entertainment. This year an opening ceremony will see a celebration of the Festival’s past winners and specially commissioned cups for the feature races. Alongside the panamas and the linen, the fascinators and the strawberries, we can expect a number of surprises. Goodwood Racecourse, www.goodwood.com Cowdray Park Polo Club

The Petersfield Shakespeare Festival cast

West Meon Festival of Books Friday 6 July – Sunday 8 July 6pm

The West Meon Festival of Books is a fun and informal celebration of literature in the rural community. Throughout the weekend there will be a selection of talks and performances, as well as the opportunity to try creative writing and illustration. West Meon, 6pm, Tickets on sale at One Tree Books in Petersfield or visit: www.ticketsource.co.uk/westmeonfestival or contact the box office: boxoffice@westmeonfestival.co.uk www.westmeonfestival.co.uk

Lughnasa Ceildh dance Saturday 14 July

For some folk style fun, celebrate the Celtic Harvest Festival with dancing to a live band, a licensed bar and refreshments. Plus, find out what your future holds with their fortuneteller and enjoy making your own circlet or friendship bracelet. Butser Ancient Farm, 7pm to 10pm, www.butserancientfarm.co.uk 30

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Polo at Cowdray Park The Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup for the British Open Polo Championship reaches a climax with its final on Sunday 15 July. The quarterfinals are on Sunday 8 July and the semi-finals are on Thursday 12 July. A fantastic day out, there is a village with a variety of trade stands, a children’s funfair, bars and plenty of food outlets to choose from. www.cowdraypolo.co.uk

Sewards of Petersfield Steam and Vintage Vehicle Gathering Saturday 14 July – Sunday 15 July

The Sewards of Petersfield Steam and Vintage Vehicle Gathering and Road Run makes a fun event for the whole family to enjoy. The day will feature steam engines,

miniature steam engines, vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, tractors, military and commercial vehicles, stationary engines, stalls and more. Barr Field, Farnham Road, Liss, 10am-5pm, www.sewards-of-petersfield.co.uk

British Heart Foundation’s South Downs Way Off Road Bike Ride Saturday 21 July

Formerly know as the Randonee, many consider this to be the toughest offroad bike ride in the UK. If you’re an experienced off-road rider, make this event your next challenge and become part of an extra special group of Heart Heroes! Choose from 100 miles, 65 miles or 35 miles along various sections of the South Downs. Queen Elizabeth Country Park, www.bhf.org.uk

The Petersfield Summer Festival Saturday 25 – Monday 27 August

Petersfield Festivals will be building on the success of the Petersfield Spring Festival to bring a full agenda of fabulous things to see and do over the August Bank Holiday weekend. And what’s more, the whole weekend’s entertainment is FREE. For any more information contact the Petersfield Festivals Team… Ben Errey, ben@petersfieldfest.com, 07976 893813 Steve Jacob, steve@petersfieldfest.com, 07887 511599 Petersfield Town Centre, www.petersfieldfest.com Issue 35 July / August 2012

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John Mark lights the 1948 Olympic flame at Wembley Image courtesy of Petersfield Museum

days out

Out and about

Butser Ancient Farm

Staycations are the latest craze and with the school holidays just around the corner, we’ve been taking a look at the top places to visit with the family this summer Butser Ancient Farm For a dose of historical knowledge, Butser Ancient Farm makes a fun educational day out for the whole family. An experimental archaeological site of worldwide standing, Butser Ancient Farm is open seven days a week (most of the year), displaying on-going constructions of buildings based on real sites, crops from prehistory and rare breeds of animals. There are also plenty of ‘hands on’ activities to keep you busy as you explore ancient technologies. Butser Ancient Farm, Chalton, 02392 598838 East Hampshire Cycle Route Cycling is not only great exercise but it’s also a brilliant way to explore your local community. The 22-mile East Hampshire Cycle route uses quiet lanes to explore this peaceful and scenic area. Starting and finishing in Petersfield, the fun ride takes you through several pretty villages and offers views across the South Downs. www.easthants.gov.uk Gilbert White’s House & Oates Museum As you explore your local area this summer, you may want to learn about another famous explorer, Captain Oates. At Gilbert White’s House & Oates Museum, they have an Antarctic exhibition to Captain Oates, who went to the South Pole with Captain Scott in 1912. You can also enjoy their beautiful gardens and take a look around the home of Gilbert White, the 18th century naturalist and author. Gilbert White’s House & Oates Museum, 01420 511275 Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool Originally built in 1962 and the Petersfield Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool celebrates 50 years of existence this year. Since those early days the pool has seen many updates and is continually being improved upon. It has good disabled access and facilities 32

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and mod-cons, such as hot showers and hairdryers. Yet, with its system of ‘laundry boxes’ for storing belongings, old-fashioned turnstile and green hedges providing a secluded, tranquil setting, you will find that the pool has retained much of the intimacy, which sets it apart from today’s large, faceless leisure centres. The pool is situated behind the Festival Hall in Petersfield, off Heath Road, 01730 265143,www.petersfieldpool.org. Open-Air Heated Swimming Pool in Petersfield

Jane Austen’s House Museum We are very lucky to have in our local area the home of one of the most popular and important novelists that England has ever produced, Jane Austen. This special house at Chawton is where she spent the last eight years of her life and is where she did the majority of her mature writing. The 17th century house, tells the story of Jane Austen and her family, giving an insight into her interesting life. Jane Austen’s House Museum, 01420 83262

Jane Austen’s House Museum

Petersfield Museum As we all embrace Olympic fever this summer, the Petersfield Museum at the Old Courthouse (St Peter’s Road) will reveal how people from Petersfield and the surrounding area have written Olympic history. Throughout the school holidays, the Flora Twort Gallery at the Church Path Studio (21 The Square) will be offering free, family friendly, craft activities, varying from making a pre-historic pot to designing your own Olympics poster. Activities run from 11am - 3pm and no booking is required. The Museum and Gallery are open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Entry is free of charge. Petersfield Museum,01730 262601 Petersfield Physic Garden Hidden behind the buildings on the north side of the High Street, the Petersfield Psychic Garden is a secret treasure within the community. The unique garden, occupies the last remaining medieval burgage plot in the town and remains still enclosed within stone walls. The garden contains many of the features that would have been found in a 17th-century gentleman’s garden, featuring all the plants, shrubs and trees that were in the garden and known in England at that time. Petersfield Physic Garden, 01904 3423965 Hollycombe Steam Museum Hollycombe has a large and varied collection of steam-powered machines on show for a fun and educational day out with the kids. Take a ride on a steam railway, have a picnic in the beautiful gardens and have a go on the traditional rides at the working Edwardian Steam Fairground at the heart of Hollycombe. Hollycombe Steam Museum, Liphook, 01428 724900

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Born this way In 2011 the Grange Birth Centre at Petersfield Hospital was recognised in our Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards. 12 months on, we went to find out more about the birth centre and their continued importance within the community “At the Grange we try to create a home-like environment where mums can feel relaxed,” explains Birth Centre Manager, Dawn Phillips. “If mums feel anxious during birth they release fearful adrenaline which can interfere with a normal birth.” In addition to making women feel more relaxed during labour, research from the Royal College of Midwives has identified that birth centres have benefits for women and midwives such as shorter labours, higher spontaneous birth rates, fewer interventions, lesser use of pain relief, happier mums and more appropriate use of midwifery skills. The Grange’s variety of services also ensures that mums have more choices for their pregnancy, birth and postnatal care. “At the Grange we have a midwifery-led unit, provide antenatal care, post natal clinic, four antenatal clinics, consultant antenatal clinic, breast feeding group, The Grange Maternity Centre

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parenting classes and 24/7 birth breast feeding support,” Dawn continues. “These services mean people don’t have to travel out of the area to get the care they require.” Fundraising is essential to ensure the centre can continue to provide these services. Friends of the Grange support the Grange Birth Centre and this year, to raise money for it, they have run a cooking show, a Fun Day at the Birth Centre and a Zumba session (run by Julia Wilmott.) The centre is currently working hard to raise the £23,000 required for a plumbed-in birthing pool. “Around 80% of women who book the Grange ask to use the pool because it provides such effective natural pain relief. 94% of the women who start labour at the Grange go on to have a normal delivery, with no medical intervention.” Women currently have to travel 20 miles for the nearest alternative. This equates to a 30-minute drive (depending on traffic, car parking and weather because several times a year the main road over the South Downs can be closed), which can have negative effects on mums. “Travelling fixed in one position in labour can extend the length of labour, making women tire before the baby is born, increasing the length of labour. A reasonably straightforward delivery means new mothers are physically and emotionally more able to recover from the birth. They

Caroline Miller, Midwife and Dawn Phillips, The Grange Maternity Centre Manager

go home quickly, and there is evidence that caring for their baby (including feeding) is more quickly established. It helps to keep mother and baby close to family members.” To show your support to the centre and help with their fundraising efforts contact Dawn at 01730 262415 / 07540677851 dawn.phillips@porthosp.nhs.uk Grange Maternity Centre, Petersfield Hospital, Swan Street , Petersfield, Hants GU32 3LB

Birth Centre benefits

The healthcare benefits are: • Improved midwifery care through personal service • Long term health benefits for mothers and children • Lower risks of hospital acquired infections The benefits for women are: • Greater choice for women as to where and how to have their baby • Women are not viewed and treated as patients but pregnant – less stress • Greater choice in their care, carer and setting The NHS’s benefits are: • Decrease in hospital admissions and re-admissions • Increased capacity in midwifery services • Reduced shortage of midwives Issue 35 July / August 2012

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care

Complete reassurance Every day thousands of people fall in homes around the UK. Here something as simple as a pendant alarm could be the difference between life and death Petersfield resident, Mr Williams was inspired to get a pendant alarm after experiences with his own father. “My dad used to live alone and one day when he was tottering around he collapsed and it wasn’t until the milkman came the next day that he was found, “ Mr Williams explains. “I am the soul carer for my wife, so I knew if anything happened to me she would be completely helpless. I heard about the Lifeline service through the hospital and decided to get Mr Williams

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What happens if I press the button and you can’t hear me?

one so we had everything covered.” The Lifeline service now gives Mr Williams 24-hour assistance at the touch of a button. Him and his wife wear a discreet necklace pendant with an alarm connected to a 24-hour response centre, where his emergency call will be answered and contact made with his nominated person or the emergency services. “The alarm has given me complete reassurance. Hopefully I will never need to use it but I think anyone in our situation would be unwise not to have one fitted.”

If Lifeline get a call and do not get a response they will phone you up immediately. If they still have not got a response they will contact one of your nominated key holders. If you do not have any local contacts they will be ring the emergency services.

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What happens if I press it accidently?

The lifeline links to your telephone by a simple connection and, in the event of an emergency, you can press the alarm and be connected to a skilled operator who will know who you are. They will make contact with a relative or neighbour, their 24/7 Rapid Response service or the emergency services if necessary. You can trigger the alarm if you are unwell or concerned about your safety at home. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Additional sensors can also detect 36

falls, smoke, gas leaks, floods, intruders and a medication dispenser that can remind and prompt you to take medication at the right times.

Is my pendant waterproof? Most pendants are waterproof and for ultimate safety Lifeline suggest you wear your pendant in the bathroom so you can press it if you fall or get stuck in the bath.

If you press the button by mistake you can just tell the operator and they will cancel the call.

Do I need to check my pendant is working? Lifeline recommends checking our pendant at least once a month to you and your operators that your alarm is still working. Guinness Care & Support, 02392 714966, www.guinnesspartnership.com Issue 35 July / August 2012

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Charity chic

Oxfam sport luxe dress

In these tough financial times we have to look for new and cheaper ways to get our fashion fix. A staple on Petersfield’s shopping scene, charity shops look set to provide our fashion answer Oxfam teal shirt and coral skirt

If you’re a charity shop skeptic, fear not! Browsing a charity shop doesn’t have to be a grim task, full of musty-smelling denim and fraying polyester. These treasure troves are full of vintage designer gems just waiting to be snapped up. They are sourcing and selling high-end clothes at a fraction of the price - what’s more it’s all for a good cause! But to ensure you don’t end up looking more granny than Gucci, it is essential you follow a few simple guidelines: Early bird catches the worm Timing is everything when it comes to finding your bargain. Visit early in the week when your shop has the most stock, as people tend to donate at the weekend. Tuesday is the optimum time as staff will have had time to put out new stock and you’ll beat others to the best stuff. Bob Monteath of Bordon Liphook Haslemere Charity says, “Plan ahead don’t leave it until the last minute - if you need clothing for dressing up / fancy dress, try to give us as much notice as possible.” www.lifemags.co.uk

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The Richard Overall Trust Shop

Hidden treasure “Our customers describe the shop as an Aladdin’s Cave of treasure,” Des Lyons of The Richard Overall Trust Shop explains. Be prepared to rummage and enjoy the thrill of hunting out a bargain. You may need to fight to get your fashion gem. Bob continues, “Look for labels – you’d be surprised at how much quality stock you can still find in charity shops.” Friends Get friendly with the shop staff so they can call you when something great comes in. This will also help when it comes to haggling and getting the best prices for your items. Bob says, “If looking for something specific or quirky, always ask as we have lots stored out the back.” Quality not quantity When choosing your charity shop pieces pick your materials with care. Quality fabrics and designer labels, are much more likely to last and enhance your wardrobe. Look for Natural fibres like cotton and wool as these can be washed and worn repeatedly. Always follow washing instructions, if it says dry clean only, do it!

The Richard Overall Trust Shop

Our favourite charity shops… Age UK 01730 260240

Bordon Liphook & Haslemere Charity 01420 477787

Cancer Research UK 01730 231584 Oxfam 01730 260142

Rowans Hospice 01730 260984 Sue Ryder Care 01730 895860 Scope 01730 231345

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Summer celebrations The Association of Petersfield Businesses (APB)held it’s AGM in the beautiful Garden Bar at Annie Jones in Lavant Street. The theme of the evening was upbeat and celebratory despite the current economic climate and disappointing summer weather. Some 50 people, a combination of Association members and guests, gathered to hear presentations from organisers of: Autumn Festivals, Olympic Torch Relay and Festival of Food and Drink. Shirley Crockford, Chairman on welcoming everyone said, “We face a challenging summer but also one with tremendous opportunity too. We have an exciting series of events to look forward to and are delighted to see two of the

vacant shops in Lavant Street re-opening as confectioners, Sweet Delight and a toy shop.” www.petersfieldtown.co.uk

Graham Boardman and Jill Towner with Chair Shirley Crockford - Photo by Chris Pearsall

Hole in one A new golf facility has opened at a farm in Liss. Local farmer, Duncan Petty began a process of diversification many years ago, converting farm buildings into offices. However, it was his passion for golf that led to his most recent project on the land. With ten bays, putting green and stunning

Brows Farm Golf Range

views over open countryside, Brows Farm Golf Range is over 300 yards long and has the capacity to accommodate even the most long hitting golfers. James Willmott, one of the south’s leading golf instructors is the resident professional and enjoys teaching all levels of players from juniors to budding professionals. The range is open from 8am to 8.30pm everyday expect Tuesdays when it opens at the later time of 10am. Lesson bookings are available seven days a week, daytime and evenings. www.browsfarmgolfrange.com

Rained off Petersfield equestrian business, Just Chaps have been left distraught after the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton horse trials were cancelled because of bad weather. The local business were packed up with especially made chaps to celebrate 2012 to sell at the Trials when organisers decided to cancel the event, accepting there was no chance of the ground drying. Just Chaps owner, Helen Salmon had planned to launch a new website at the event but now like many has been left out of pocket. “Everyone is devastated by the cancellation,” Helen explains. “We will be losing out on five days of selling.” The cancellation of five days is also likely to have damaged the Olympic hopes of many riders on the fringes of the British squad, including Zara Phillips, who had prepared for peak performance at Badminton. Thankfully the majority of riders have already obtained Olympic qualification, which can be obtained at the lower threestar level, but Badminton is the ultimate proving ground for ‘outsiders’ and the 38

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perfect opportunity for riders to show off new partners. Helen from Just Chaps is remaining positive, already planning for the next equestrian show and celebrated the launch of the new website. www.justchaps.com

Just Chaps owner, Helen Salmon

New Facial Clinic opens in Petersfield The weekend of Friday 21 and Saturday 22 September sees the exciting launch of new aesthetic and skin health clinic, Meon Face in Petersfield High Street. Opened by Dr Ian Hallam MBE, the aim of Meon Face is simple: to offer facial rejuvenation and improved skin health and care to the people of Petersfield, Hampshire and beyond. “Meon Face is not just another beauty clinic,” explains Dr Hallam. “We will be offering a wide range of treatments including advanced facial aesthetics treatments, permanent hair removal, skin disorders and pigmentation, professional skincare products and much more.” Dr Ian Hallam MBE is a multi-award winning facial aesthetic practitioner and is also a visiting clinical teacher in facial aesthetics at King’s College, London. Across the opening weekend, there will be free treatment demonstrations by a wide range of experts as well as Opening Weekend Only Offers. To find out all the details and register for the event, visit ‘Meon Face’ on Facebook and visit the Events page and add yourself to the guest list, or visit www.facebook. com/events/400262956675605/

Deli delights A village pub is breaking new ground by opening a deli that will be stocked with local produce, freshly-baked bread and European delicacies. The deli is the latest phase in a restoration programme that has been going on The Queens in Selborne for the past 15 months. So far, licensees Nick Montlake and Erick Chobert together with owner Punch Taverns have invested nearly £500,000 on transforming the pub. Just over one year ago, The Queens re-opened after an extensive ten-week building programme that saw the creation of a bistro restaurant, seven en-suite letting bedrooms, and new lounge and bar areas. The new deli is housed in a 100-year-old barn that has been completely stripped out and refurbished to meet stringent food hygiene requirements requested by East Hampshire District Council. Nick said there would be a wide range of produce on offer including 30 different cheeses, hams and other cooked meats, French sausages, conserves, pasta, and virgin olive oil. He added: “We want to stock as much produce as possible from local suppliers.” The Queens in Selborne, 01420 511454 Issue 35 July / August 2012

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“Summer time, and the living is easy” or so said George Gershwin. Here at Cox Manning we sing a slightly different version - “summer time, and the living is busy”. Since our last newsletter we’ve festooned the office inside and out with bunting and flags to celebrate the diamond jubilee, cheered on England and Ireland in the euro championships and waved at the Olympic torch on it’s way through Petersfield. Now we are gearing up for the Olympics and hoping our sportsmen and women do us proud. In between all that we did get time to do some work and have seen the passing of the 2012 Finance Act with the personal and company tax rate changes. We are now getting well into the swing of the personal tax return filing season, and helping many of our business clients to cope with what is arguably the deepest recession in recent history. Then there is succession and Inheritance Tax planning, accounting advice, PAYE procedures and forms P11d to name but a few more. Busy, busy busy, but that’s the way we like it. After all, the best possible endorsement, that we are getting it right, is that our clients keep returning and requesting our services.

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what’s on

What’s on - July - August 2012 l Sunday 1 July

Glorious Goodwood, Tuesday 31 July to Saturday 4 August

Amanda Cook Classical Guitar Concert Venue: St Peter’s Church, High Cross Lane, Froxfield Time: 3pm Price: £7, £5 concessions, under 10s free Contact: 01730 827912, www.amandacook.co.uk l Friday 6 July – Sunday 8 July

West Meon Festival of Books

Venue: West Meon Time: 6pm Contact: Tickets on sale at One Tree Books in Petersfield, or visit: www.ticketsource.co.uk/westmeonfestival, or contact the box office: boxoffice@westmeonfestival.co.uk www.westmeonfestival.co.uk l Saturday 14 July

Lughnasa Ceildh dance

Venue: Butser Ancient Farm Time:7pm to 10pm Price: Discounted Pre–booked Tickets: £10 adults, £8 children,Tickets on the gate: £12 adults, £10 children Contact: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk l Saturday 14 July – Sunday 15 July

Sewards of Petersfield Steam and Vintage Vehicle Gathering Venue: Barr Field, Farnham Road, Liss Time: 10am-5pm Contact: www.sewards-of-petersfield.co.uk l Sunday 15 July

l Tuesday 17 July

l Tuesday 7 – Friday 10 August

Venue: The Square Brewery, Market Square Time: 7.15pm for 7.30pm start Price: £4 Contact: Petersfield Write Angle, Leah Cohen, 0783 431 6040, www.petersfieldwriteangle.co.uk

Venue: Flora Twort Gallery, Church Path Studio, 21 The Square Contact: 01730 260756, www.petersfieldmuseum.co.uk

Audi at the Write Angle

l Monday 23 - Saturday 28 July

Twelfth Night

Venue: Open air theatre at Bedales School Time: 2.30pm and 7.45pm Price: £10, £12 Saturday and £8 concession Contact: www.petersfieldshakespearefestival.co.uk or by phone at 01730 711599 or in person at One Tree Books Petersfield

Make a Flapper Headband or Straw Boater Hat

l Tuesday 21 August

Mab Jones at the Write Angle

Venue: The Square Brewery, Market Square Time: 7.15pm for 7.30pm start Price: £4 Contact: Petersfield Write Angle, Leah Cohen, 0783 431 6040, www.petersfieldwriteangle.co.uk l Tuesday 21 – Friday 24 August

The Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup

l Tuesday 24 – Friday 27 July

Make a Delivery Van for Local Companies Amey’s or Lukers

l Monday 16 July

Venue: Flora Twort Gallery, Church Path Studio, 21 The Square Contact: 01730 260756, www.petersfieldmuseum.co.uk

l Saturday 25 – Monday 27 August

Venue: Cowdray Park Price:£25 Contact: 01730 813257 www.cowdraypolo.co.uk

Petersfield hosts the Olympic Torch Relay Venue: Petersfield Time: 8.30am Contact: www.london2012.com

l Monday 16 - Saturday 21 July

Much Ado About Nothing

Venue: Open-air theatre at Bedales School Time: 2.30pm and 7.45pm Price: £10, £12 Saturday and £8 concession Contact: www.petersfieldshakespearefestival.co.uk or by phone at 01730 711599 or in person at One Tree Books Petersfield 40

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Flora Twort’s Young Artists: Make your own Olympics poster

l Tuesday 31 July to Saturday 4 August

Venue: Flora Twort Gallery, Church Path Studio, 21 The Square Contact: 01730 260756, www.petersfieldmuseum.co.uk

The Petersfield Summer Festival

Venue: Goodwood Racecourse Price: From £14 Contact: 01243 755055, www.goodwood.com

Venue: Petersfield Town Centre Contact: Ben Errey, ben@petersfieldfest.com, 07976 893813 Steve Jacob, steve@petersfieldfest.com, 07887 511599 www.petersfieldfest.com

l Tuesday 31 July – Friday 3 August

l Tuesday 28 – Friday 31 August

Venue: Flora Twort Gallery, Church Path Studio, 21 The Square Contact: 01730 260756, www.petersfieldmuseum.co.uk

Glorious Goodwood

Make a pre-Historic Pot

Make an Olympic Medal

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COMPETITION

competition

For your chance to win...

WIN!

a night for two at The Queens, Selborne. Including breakfast and a special goody bag from their new deli.

a night for two at The Queens, Selborne

All you have to do is answer these three questions:

1. Who opened the new deli?

DELIghtful

2. How many different cheeses will the new deli offer?

service at The Queens

3. How much was the deli’s new oven?

Local MP Damian Hinds recently opened a new deli at The Queens, Selborne. Stocked with local produce, freshly-baked bread and European delicacies, the deli is the latest phase in a remarkable restoration programme that has been going on The Queens in Selborne for the past 15 months.

o far, licensees Nick Montlake and Erick Chobert together with owner Punch Taverns have invested nearly £500,000 on transforming the pub. Just over one year ago, The Queens re-opened after an extensive 10-week building programme that saw the creation of a bistro restaurant, seven en-suite letting bedrooms, and new lounge and bar areas. The new deli is housed in a 100-year-old barn that has been completely stripped out and refurbished to meet

Coming up at the Queens

July 14: Bastille Day - Celebrate with a lovely French meal, fine wines and live music. July 28: The Queens White Party – Live music and dining. August 24: Dinner, Cheese and Wine Evening with live music. £25 per head. Pre-booking advisable.

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stringent food hygiene requirements requested by East Hampshire District Council. Nick said there would be a wide range of produce on offer including 30 different cheeses, hams and other cooked meats, French sausages, conserves, pasta, and virgin olive oil. He added: “We want to stock as much produce as possible from local suppliers.” A new £11,000 oven will be used to bake bread, croissants and baguettes every morning. The pub’s kitchens will supply ready meals that have been partcooked so that customers can call in and select what they want on their way home. Customers are also invited to bring their own bottles to the deli, which they can fill up in the deli’s unique barrel of olive oil. In a novel agreement with the only other shop in the village, the deli will not compete directly with products available there. Nick remarked: “The idea is to make Selborne a one-stop shop.

Send your entries with your name, address, email and phone number to: Life Magazines, Tindle House, High Street, Bordon GU35 0AY or email info@lifemags.co.uk

CLOSING DATE 15 August 2012

People can use our car park and use the shop for their basic shopping and everyday needs and come to us for something a bit special or for items not available there.” Punch Taverns’ business relationship manager Martin Fisher commented: “Nick and Erick are very experienced operators and we are happy to have helped finance what is a massive investment in the future of The Queens. The addition of the deli will create another reason to visit the pub. It will provide a much-needed amenity for the village and a reason for local people to ditch their cars and not drive to Alton or Petersfield if they want something special to eat or cook.” The Queens, Selborne, GU34 3JJ, 01420 511454

Terms and conditions Entries must be received by 15 August 2012. One entry per person. The winners will be decided by draw and announced in the September/October issue of Life in Petersfield. The judges’ decision is final. No cash alternative is available. By entering this competition you accept that your data can be passed to our sponsors. Employees of Life Magazines and associates of The Queens, Selborne are not allowed to submit entries.

COMPETITION

WINNER

Congratulations to Nigel Halliday on winning a lunch for 4 in the Greedy Frog Tearooms and a £50 gift voucher to spend in the Chocolate Frog’s stunning gift barn. Nigel is delighted to have won and will be taking his twin children Emily and Joel to the Tearooms to celebrate the end of Joel’s university.

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