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After the wettest winter on record in the south, the first signs of spring from the fleeting flourish of snowdrops to new-born lambs - herald high hopes for brighter days on the horizon Spring is synonymous with wonderful weddings, so we turned to local experts for essential advice to plan and prepare for the big day. Meanwhile, we hit the Petersfield High Street in search of gift ideas for Mother’s Day and explore opportunities for fun-filled family days out for Easter. After embracing the key trend taking the high street by storm in spring - block stripes, we turn our attention to interiors with a fresh approach to pastels. Spring is also the perfect time to shake up health and fitness, so we step outside the comfort zone to tackle vibration training and explore the wonderful wealth of natural health treatments available on the doorstep. In keeping with the fitness theme, Petersfield’s Andy Guest offers an insight into his marathon fundraising mission. Shining the spotlight on the vibrant local arts scene, we explore the latest exhibitions at Petersfield Museum and preview the Petersfield Musical Festival. In the kitchen, fresh, seasonal ingredients take centre stage with sumptuous spring recipes and we lift the lid on the health-boosting benefits of herbal teas. As the anticipation builds towards the seventh annual Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards at Churcher’s College and the nominations flood in, we look ahead to the sparkling awards evening. Enjoy the issue. Henry Ascoli Editorial Manager henry.ascoli@lifemags.co.uk 01420 485188 Remember follow us @lifemags on Twitter for the latest Petersfield insights.
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44 History Famous circles 46 Profile Best foot forward 48 Education Traditional yet innovative, Quartet of Cambridge offers for top students, Snow and sunshine on the slopes
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News High hopes for local tourism partnership, Three decades serving at sea, The trip of a lifetime, Horsing around for charity, Heart of the community, Knit one, purl one, Flying the flag
10 Awards Bigger and better
12 Style Block stripes 14 Mother’s Day Pick the perfect present, A floral flourish 16 Health Naturally effective, The future of fitness, Escape the everyday 20 Weddings Together forever 24 Easter events 26 Food Sumptuous spring 30 Awards And now a word from our sponsors…
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50 Care A personal choice, Through the eyes of a dementia sufferer 52 Business news Solicitors support key local cause, A new era of accountancy, One-stop shop for home services, Raise a glass, Eggciting Easter fundraiser, Family values, Promising signs of economic upturn, Spot the difference 56 What’s on 58 Directory Local contacts Advertising list Distribution points
36 Interiors Pastel impressions 40 Gardening The good life, Set for spring 42 Arts Focus on the positives, Perfect chance to perform, A fascinating step back in time, Festival spirit
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High hopes for local tourism partnership B&Bs, pubs and leisure activities. Four top East Hampshire tourist attractions “The hospitality and tourism industry is have joined forces in a bid to boost the an important source of employment in the local economy backed by the South Downs area, and any initiative that aims to support National Park Authority. this sector is very welcome.” The Heritage Collection, a new Margaret Paren, chair of the National Park partnership between the Gilbert White Authority, commented: “The Partnership House, Petersfield Museum, Jane Austen’s Management Plan for the South Downs House Museum and Chawton House National Park demonstrates how people Library, aims to attract visitors to the and organisations are working together area and encourage them to explore East to care for and protect these very special Hampshire’s cultural highlights. landscapes.” Rosemary Irwin, chair of trustees for the Gilbert White House, commented: South Downs National Park, 0300 303 1053 “The Heritage Partnership was only made possible thanks to funding and support from the South Downs National Park Authority. “We are now not only sharing advertising and marketing costs, but also joining forces to showcase all the different experiences people can enjoy by visiting our attractions, particularly if they stay in the area for a few days.” Damian Hinds, MP for East Hampshire, said: “We’re fortunate in East Hampshire to have fantastic Damian Hinds, Margaret Paren and Rosemary Irwin natural scenery and several sites of at Gilbert White’s House, Selborne real historical interest, as well as great
Three decades serving at sea including Operation Patwin, and all the hosting in all the countries we have visited.” Buck’s first ship was HMS Naiad, which he recalls fondly: “We lived in a mess square with people drinking and smoking all around you all hours of the day - there is no way you could do that now. I tell the younger lads about it and they look at me in disbelief. “That is where I learned to be a stoker and the rules to survive were work hard and play hard.” Buck has also served in three Type 21 frigates: HMS Ambuscade, HMS Avenger and HMS Arrow, therefore becoming part of The Type 21 Club (Royal Navy Amazon Class Frigate Crew Association). Cdr Angus Essenhigh, commanding officer of HMS Daring, said: “During our extraordinary deployment, Chief Rogers reaches a milestone in his own career with separated service equivalent to over 27 standard sixmonth deployments. “During our deployment he has brought his considerable experience to bear and he can be rightly proud of his achievements, both in the humanitarian relief in the Philippines and in enabling the first Type 45 to John ‘Buck’ Rogers circumnavigate the globe.”
A Royal Navy sailor from Petersfield marked his 5,000th day at sea with a moment of reflection, sharing his fond memories from serving on the waves. CMEM(M) John ‘Buck’ Rogers, 47, has served in 14 ships since he signed up 29 years ago, but believes his current deployment on HMS Daring is the best yet. His deployment aboard the Type 45 destroyer is his longest. HMS Daring broke off from Exercise Bersama Lima to take part in the humanitarian mission in the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan. Buck explained: “On HMS Daring we are coming to the end of what has got to be the highlight of anybody’s career and the best deployment I have ever been on. “There has been a lot of very hard work,
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The trip of a lifetime An ambitious and adventurous Bedales student experienced the trip of a lifetime as a crew member aboard the tall ship Tenacious. Operated by the Jubilee Sailing Trust (JST), the ship offered five young people aged between 16 and 25 the chance to sail from Palma to Barcelona. Ally Swain, 16, applied straight away and became one of the youngest in the crew. She enthused: “Sailing has always been something that I’ve been keen to do, as many of my family members also sail. “The voyage itself was phenomenal. We were taught almost everything about the running of the ship, from mess duty (working in the kitchens) to raising or setting the sails and steering at the helm. “It is an indescribable experience to be steering a tall ship under the stars with people you met less than a week ago but feel as if you have known for a lifetime.” Kirsty Layton, head of geography at Bedales, said: “When I found out the JST were looking for young recruits, I didn’t hesitate in putting Ally’s name forward. “Ally has always been inspired by action rather than simply sitting back and talking an issue through - this has been the case since joining Bedales. “Ally has embarked on an Earthwatch expedition in Borneo, entirely through her own efforts and has since taken on debates in London and continues to be actively involved in wider environmental issues and supporting others through the school’s extra-curricular programme. The JST is an incredible experience to start a passion for sailing.” Bedales School, 01730 300100
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more than £300. Also, the club hosted a stall at the Ditcham Park christmas fayre, selling Christmas cards and artwork created by the pupils. Clanfield artist Alison Cleary designed a card and donated the original artwork to the school to raise further funds, while local photographer Alice Loder donated photographs of horses in the snow, which were also depicted on Christmas cards.
A dedicated community volunteer brought festive cheer to residents of Bulmer House care home, taking a creative approach to the giving of Christmas gifts. Dilys Lownsborough knitted a range of ‘Christmas Creatives’ to be sold at outlets in and around the town, raising more than £600 to fund festive treats for the residents. Barbara Burnett, a staff member at Bulmer House, also stepped in to support the initiative, knitting Christmas crackers. The previous year, Dilys spearheaded the ‘Big Knit’ campaign, collecting sponsorship for squares to make blankets, which were distributed to those in need across the area. “I realised that with so many ‘cuts’ the year before last, that there was little or no funding to enable the minibus to be used for outings, except for short trips for Bulmer House residents,” Dilys explained. “I decided to make creatures and creatives for Christmas and Easter instead. This money was distributed equally between the remaining residents at Bulmer House at Christmas, because it could not be used for future outings as the home was announced to close. These monies however went towards some of the little luxuries that otherwise would be denied to them.”
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Horsing around for charity Equestrian enthusiasts from Ditcham Park School explored inventive ways to fundraise for worthy causes close to their heart. Members of the school’s riding club raised more than £930 in aid of Riding for the Disabled and The Brooke Organisation, an international charity which works to improve the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules. The fundraising was kickstarted by Michael Farrell, who took part in the Hayling to Holland cycle ride and raised
Heart of the community A key village facility at the heart of the community, the thriving Milland Stores and Café has heralded high hopes for sustained success with a major expansion. Staff, volunteers and members of the community officially unveiled a café extension and celebrated the shop securing a licence to serve alcoholic drinks with meals. Also, a new menu has been launched, including specially-imported Milland Stores wines. Philip Watts, chairman of Milland Stores
and Café, explained: “This will give us an even greater opportunity to welcome the many visitors we expect this year. Expansion of the café follows a successful 2013 for the shop, which was opened by actor Hugh Bonneville in December 2011.” The community shop has received funding and long-term support from the South Downs National Park Authority, Chichester District Council and Milland Parish Council. Milland Stores and Café, 01428 741066
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Flying the flag Petersfield will join councils, community groups and charities throughout the British Isles in raising a flag of dedication to mark Commonwealth Day. The annual event provides a chance for local communities to show their commitment to the Commonwealth, the values it stands for, and the opportunities offered to its citizens around the world. A specially-written Commonwealth Affirmation will be read out at each ceremony before the raising of the Commonwealth flag at 10am on Monday 10 March. In East Hampshire, the flag will be raised by East Hampshire District Council Chairman Cllr Chris Graham at Penns Place in Petersfield. Cllr Graham said: “I am delighted to be raising the flag over East Hampshire to honour the Commonwealth. This is an imaginative and meaningful way to demonstrate our togetherness, not just across East Hampshire, or across the country but across the 53 nations of the Commonwealth. “Flags are being raised in hundreds of towns and cities around the globe to celebrate this event and I am proud to be a part of that.” East Hampshire District Council, 01730 266551 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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The clock is ticking towards the seventh annual Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards, which is set to be the biggest and best yet, taking place on Friday 21 March at our exciting new venue, Churcher’s College. We have received scores of nominations for our 16 awards, which range from Retailer of the Year to Best Local/Community Initiative, all sponsored by leading local businesses. Our team of judges will now tackle the tough task of selecting the winners during the official judging afternoon at The Red Lion in Petersfield. The Petersfield School’s performance in 2013
The winners will be announced at the sparkling awards ceremony, which includes an evening of entertainment from local arts groups and a delicious two-course dinner by top chef Paul McIntrye (Inside Catering), with a choice of wines which can be preordered. The Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards provide a perfect opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of local individuals, organisations and businesses.
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Stripes rarely fall out of favour on the catwalk or the high street, but this season, the trend takes a new direction, with block stripes the order of the day. The traditional nautical and Breton stripes remain wardrobe staples, but a block stripe represents a bold, bright and brave approach to spring fashion; colour-blocking is key to creating an eye-catching outfit for every occasion Blue Harbour rugby shirt, £35, Marks & Spencer
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Skye block stripe tunic, £79, Phase Eight
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Mother’s Day present... Festivals in honour of mothers and mother goddesses date back to ancient times. Mother’s Day is a celebration honouring mothers and motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. The day offers the opportunity to recognise family values, celebrate the season of spring and give your mother a gift from the heart
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2. Elran Jewellery round pearls hoop earrings, £30, Between The Lines 3. Antique gold Flockton bracelet, £19.95, Joules 4. Prosecco hamper with Viennese truffles, £30, At Home 5. Gift voucher for a beauty treatment, £20, The Hidden Retreat 6. David Jones bags from £24.95, scarves from £4.95, John Jenkins 7. ‘I love you’ framed letter photos, £8 per letter plus P&P, Studio 207 8. Navajo silver bangle with butterfly inlaid in opal, £33.50, Far Horizons 9. Scented roses mini hat box, £37, Waitrose
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Mothering Sunday (30 March) takes place during the heart of spring - a time of new life, wonderful scents and fresh spring flowers. The rose is synonymous with English gardens in spring, but other appealing and equally beautiful alternatives include Tulips, Hyacinths, Ranunculas and Anemones. This is the time of year when each of these flowers bursts into life and this seasonality helps to make them the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Phoebe Tamsley, creative director at Hummingbird Floral Designs, offers her top tips to keep floral gifts flourishing for Mother’s Day… 1) If you have purchased your flowers one or two days before Mother’s Day, keep the bouquet in a cool, dark environment such as a garage or garden shed. This will prevent the flowers from opening and keep them fresh. 2) If your florist has not already done so, remove all foliage from the stems of the flowers before placing in water. Foliage can rot and contaminate the water if left on the stem. 3) Always place flowers in deep water and be sure to use the flower food provided by the florist. This contains essential sugars and starch which feeds the flowers, encouraging a longer life span. 4) To allow your flowers to drink sufficient amounts of water, cut the end of your stems at a slanted angle with sharp scissors before inserting into water. This stops air bubbles from forming in the stems, which can prevent the flower from drinking. 5) Certain fruits, such as bananas, peaches, nectarines and pears, emit ethylene gases as they start to ripen, so it’s best to avoid putting your flowers near a fruit bowl. Hummingbird Floral Designs, 07890 700901 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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A delicate blend of traditional practices and modern methods, natural healthcare provides long-term benefits to the body and mind, supporting sustained wellbeing Many safe, natural and effective treatments provide simple health solutions to put a spring in the step and a sparkle in the eye. Mark Conrad, director of NutriVital health centre in Petersfield, explains: “There is enormous potential for simple, natural health approaches to improve the state of our health and eliminate the perceived need for drugs and surgery. “Spring is a great time of re-awakening and taking a fresh look at things, but the advice would be the same in any season. “Look carefully at how you move and use your body, how you breathe and circulate energy and what thought patterns run your mind. Then take steps to improve in each area.”
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An insight into Asyra Health Screening Bioenergetic health screening with Asyra is a totally non-invasive and rapid way to help a health practitioner see exactly what are your key priorities for improving health. Everyone is unique and needs to take a tailored approach to health improvement. Asyra helps to show up food reactions, nutrient needs, hormone imbalances, suitable herbal and homeopathic remedies and hidden stressors such as low-level infections or emotional patterns. The benefits of Rebirthing Breathwork Rebirthing Breathwork is one of the most powerful ‘body-mind’ therapies available. If you have a long-term life pattern that you want to change, whether that shows up as a physical or emotional symptom, and you have tried everything else, a few sessions of this method may offer the answer. Top tips to improve health and wellbeing 1) Remember that after your early 30s, digestive enzyme secretion becomes reduced, and you cannot so easily digest the large heavy meals you could in your youth. This is a great time to start supplementing enzymes, and if you start to experience acid reflux symptoms, it may well be about too little stomach acid, not too much - so don’t take antacids. 2) Blood sugar balance is also
important once you get older. If you start the day with a mix of coffee and starchy or sugary carbohydrates, you’re not doing your system any favours at all, even though you may have a burst of what you believe to be ‘energy’ - it is actually adrenaline. Instead, make sure you have a high-protein breakfast, which releases energy steadily over a longer period, meaning less spikes in blood sugar. 3) Understand about probiotics. Your gut bacteria are not only about digestion, they are also the most important part of your immune system. Everyone should replenish gut bacteria actively, and this applies especially if you take a course of antibiotics. Kefir is a great and inexpensive way to keep gut bacteria topped up. Mark Conrad, NutriVital, 01730 233414
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fitness The hectic day-to-day routine of the modern world demands a fresh approach to fitness, focused on efficiency and effectiveness.
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Escape the everyday From body-conscious celebrities to muscle-building rugby players, vibration training has taken the world of fitness by storm. Keen to put its health-boosting benefits to the test, Life in Petersfield editorial manager Henry Ascoli swapped his shirt and tie for shorts and trainers and visited Hotbods in Petersfield... Initially developed to help Russian cosmonauts fight the effects of zero gravity, the machine vibrates in three different directions at once, using miniscule movements to make the muscles contract almost continuously. Put simply, the vibration plate aims to offer all the main health benefits of an hour-long gym session in a short, intense 10-minute burst. The space-like machine dominates the room as I shuffle forward with a mixture of trepidation and excitement, eager to put this ‘miracle machine’ to the test, yet also wary of stepping outside my comfort zone. For the first few tentative moments, the sensation is strange and, judging by a quick glance in the mirror, my face paints the picture. Yet the first 60 seconds fly by, and we swiftly move through the essential exercises, covering each major muscle group in turn. The sideways squat puts the thighs through their paces, a basic bicep curl is transformed into an endurance test and a simple V-sit keeps the abs engaged. The quickfire pace and seamless 18
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movement between each exercise leaves little opportunity to lose focus, and as my confidence quickly builds, I feel energised and excited to reach the next level. Far from 10 minutes of torture, the vibration plate proved an enjoyable and effective workout, offering a refreshing alternative to the regular gym routine. A few simple stretches later, I was immersed in the infrared cabin, a revolutionary heat treatment room bursting with health benefits, from burning calories to cleansing the skin. Far from the sweltering heat of the sauna, the deep glow of the infrared energy heats the body from within. It is a place of peace, a humble sanctuary from the harsh winter weather outside, and an escape from the everyday. Time melts away, my muscles fully relax and my mind gradually unwinds, offering scope for true reflection, my thoughts crystal clear. Half an hour slips by in the blink of an eye, and I emerge refreshed, rejuvenated and with a spring in my step. Hotbods, 01730 231209
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) swaps endless hours of trudging on the treadmill for several short, intense bursts of exercise, followed by rest periods, condensed into sessions of 10-30 minutes. HIIT makes the body work harder for shorter spells of time, in turn burning calories at a faster rate, as the muscles must react and adapt quicker. Fitness fanatics have advocated this training method for several years, yet it is only recently that it has crossed the border into the mainstream; many local gyms now offer studio classes focused solely on HIIT. Local personal trainer Robert Elford explains: “With lifestyles being lived at incredible speeds, deadlines fast approaching and the working days getting longer, time is now more of an issue when it comes to exercise than it has ever been - and yet with every piece of research released, exercise is a must. “HIIT is nothing new, but the results a person can achieve with such training will come as a big surprise to most. “No longer do you need to spend hours slogging away on a treadmill, pounding the bike and just surviving on the cross-trainer. HIIT training is the future and key to exercise in our busy world.” While this revolutionary training method brings immediate benefits to body and mind, it should not be the only form of exercise - two to four sessions per week for regular exercisers, and those new to fitness should gradually build HIIT into their fitness regime. Petersfield-based personal trainer Steve Stidolph comments: “Wherever you are coming from, we all require the same thing: A safe, solid and effective workout routine or plan that gets us the desired results. “Understanding what you are doing will always lead to better results and more than likely a successful progression of lifestyle change. “It’s not about recreating the wheel, but try to ensure intensity, consistency and regularity of all your training and get your nutrition right.” Whether you are keen to embrace the latest fitness trend or aim to take your health to the next level, HIIT is well worth a try. Robert Elford Fitness, 07862 245361 Steve Stidolph’s Gladiator training camps, 07894 090189 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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Stand out in style As the mother of the bride is the second most important female at the wedding, without upstaging the bride, she is entitled to stand out from the crowd in her outfit. • If possible, well in advance of the wedding, compare the preferred colour choices of the two mothers, to avoid any outfit clashes. • Seek out a colour which will be in harmony with the bridal party scheme, but also if possible try to choose a colour that you are comfortable with and would normally wear. Photo by Stephanie Swann
• It may be tempting to ‘fall in love’ with a hat and buy it straight away, without an outfit, but it is advisable to arrange the outfit first, as it is virtually impossible to match colours and the balance of an outfit later. • A slant brimmed hat suits virtually any face shape, and allows for that ‘kissing cheek’ to be available without dislodging your hat. • Hatinators are suitable for the more petite, but a small fascinator may detract from the outfit. • Hats, bags and shoes do not necessarily need to ‘match’, but a dark clutch over a light outfit will be prominent in the photos, as will cream or white shoes. • If a light colour is needed, look for nude shades. Bronze or pewter can also work when it is hard to find the right colour alternative. • Above all, comfort is always key, as the outfit and shoes will be worn for hours on end.
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As a time of new life, budding flowers and refreshed energy, spring is the traditional season for weddings. The romantic proposal is over, you have a beautiful engagement ring on your finger and you have informed all your family and friends, so it’s time to start planning your big day. We tracked down local experts to source essential advice and top tips to plan your wonderful wedding...
A touch of sparkle Choosing or designing the wedding ring is a key factor in preparing for the big day, as the ring is for life and the right decision is paramount. • When choosing your ring, you should select the same metal as your engagement ring. • Think ‘timeless’ - this ring will be with you for the rest of your life, so look at several options. • Remember the eternity ring - this is normally a full band of diamonds or stones of your choice, and should also be the same metal as your engagement and wedding rings. • Set a budget - this will help save time and money in choosing your ideal ring. Duncan Eves Jewellers, 01730 260365 Issue 45 March / April 2014
Captured on camera Picking the perfect wedding photographer is a major decision to make, and can often prove as stressful as selecting the ideal wedding dress. Nevertheless, it is an integral element of the big day, and with the wonderful wealth of styles and types of wedding photography available today, there are plenty of choices to capture the big day on camera… • Make sure you are comfortable with your photographer - they are going to be with you all day long. Trust your instincts.
and make a list explaining the specific shots you would like. • While the day is all about you as a couple, make sure you allow plenty of time for the photographer to capture all aspects of the wedding. • The photographer and their assistant will not know who all your guests are, so enlist the help of a trusted usher or bridesmaid to assist in rounding up the guests you want in different shots.
• Meet up with the photographer and arrange to visit the venue before the big day.
• It’s easy to say, but don’t scrimp on how much you spend on your photography, as it will provide you with the memories of your special day. However, also make sure you are fully aware of what is included in the photography package.
• Check out the photographer’s portfolios to make sure the style of work produced is to your taste. Ask to see all the pictures from a previous wedding - not only a small selection on their website.
• Consider asking your guests not to take photos or videos during the ceremony. There is nothing worse than seeing yourself in these images surrounded by a sea of mobile phones being held up.
• Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want
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Pick the perfect venue Picking the perfect wedding venue is undoubtedly exciting for the bride and groom, but it can also be a difficult and time-consuming decision to make. Following these four simple steps will help to take the stress and strain out of searching for the ideal location for the big day… 1) Exclusive use venues You don’t want strangers in the back of your photos or a birthday party in the room next door, so look for venues where it’s your home for the day.
2) Decide on a budget Once you have decided on a budget, this will help you find a venue suitable for what you hope to spend. 3) Write a guest list Having an idea of guest numbers helps you choose your ideal venue, as many venues will have minimum and maximum guest numbers - make sure you ask about this before you visit. 4) Consider midweek dates Most venues will offer excellent deals if you plan a midweek wedding. Southdowns Manor, 01730 763800
Radiant beauty Feel confident in your skin and look truly radiant on the big day by following simple beauty tips and planning your hair and make-up in advance… • Search for a salon that’s local to where you are getting married, and book a consultation to provide you with a better idea of what the salon will be able to offer. • It is more efficient and easier on the day to book a salon exclusively for your party for the complete wedding look: nails, make-up and hair. www.lifemags.co.uk
• Always book in a trial to sample several different looks before deciding on the best look for the big day. • Book your hair and make-up to be started around four hours before the wedding, and allow two and a half hours for the bride’s hair and make-up. • There is often a guest at the wedding who may want to join the party having hair and make-up done professionally, so be sure to ask the salon beforehand to avoid disappointment. Salon Sixteen, 01730 260059
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Consider the catering Catering for a wedding is often the largest cost involved in the big day. Paul McIntyre, managing director of Inside Catering and head chef of the BBC Good Food show, offers his top tips to make the most of your catering budget… Know what you want When catering a wedding, it is always helpful to know what it is you require, so prompt planning is essential. Ensure you ask for a total figure quote with no hidden extras or add-on costs. Save money and ask questions Speak to prospective caterers about their ideas and how they might be able to save you money off your bill. Keep it simple, as caterer’s prices largely depend on their cost, price and time to prepare, so ask their advice. Be different You and your guests may expect to have a traditional sit-down wedding breakfast, but there are plenty of alternatives to save you money, by being creative or offering a simple meal to cut complication and cost. Don’t do it yourself The ultimate way to save on catering a wedding is to cater for yourself. However, you must take into consideration that many of the catering costs are involved in sourcing, preparing, cooking and serving the food. It is always worth asking for quotes for the catering so that you can weigh up your options. Shop around and know your budget When sourcing a caterer, it is important to get at least three quotes to compare. Each caterer is different and will quote differently depending on how busy they are and the style of catering they offer. It is important to get the right caterer for you. Paul McIntyre, Inside Catering, 01420 476385 Life in Petersfield
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Easter
Explore the great outdoors and enjoy family fun this Easter with an array of events and activities across the local area
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1) Wild at White’s Easter Bunny Hunt Saturday 5 April - Monday 21 April
3) Making Easter cards and town trail Tuesday 15 April - Thursday 17 April
8) Easter quiz trails Friday 18 April - Monday 21 April
Easter holiday family fun - explore 30 acres of garden and parkland hunting for bunnies. Venue: Gilbert White’s House and Garden, Selborne Price: Adults - £9, Children under 16 - £3.50 Contact: 01420 511275
Venue: The Flora Twort Gallery, Petersfield Time: 10am-12 noon Price: Free Contact: 01730 260756
2) Nest Egg Monday 7 April - Wednesday 16 April
Venue: Birdworld, Holt Pound Time: 10am-6pm Price: Normal entry fee - Adults - £15.95, Children - £13.95 Contact: 01420 22992
Explore the house and garden in a children’s trail and collect a Cadbury’s egg at the end. Venue: Uppark House and Garden, South Harting Time: 11am-5pm Price: £2 (Plus normal admission fee - Adults £9.30, Children - £4.60) Contact: 01730 825 415
A free-range Easter adventure; make a fluffy Easter chick complete with nest and follow the trail to collect a Cadbury’s chocolate egg. Venue: Petworth House and Gardens, West Sussex Time: 10.30am-3.30pm Price: £4 per item Contact: 01798 342207
4) Birdworld Easter Egg hunt Wednesday 16 April
5) Easter Egg Hunt Wednesday 16 April - Sunday 20 April Venue: West Dean Gardens, West Sussex Time: 10.30am-5pm Price: Adults - £8.10, Children - free Contact: 01243 818210
6) Easter Eggstravaganza Friday 18 April - Monday 21 April Easter trail, activities and events throughout the weekend. Venue: Staunton Country Park, Havant Time: 10.30am-3.30pm Price: Normal entry fee - Adults - £7.50, Children - £3.50 Contact: 02392 453405
7) Cadbury Easter Egg Trail Friday 18 April - Monday 21 April
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9) Easter Speggtacular Sunday 20 April Fun activites for all the family, including a spring nature trail along the River Rother. Venue: Woolbeding Countryside, nr Midhurst Time: 10am-4pm Price: Children - £3 Contact: 01730 816638
10) The Great Easter Egg and Spoon race Monday 21 April Can you balance an egg on a spoon without dropping it? Put your talents to the test in the Great Easter Egg and Spoon race. Venue: Hinton Ampner House and Gardens, nr Alresford Time: 2pm-3.30pm Price: £1 (Plus normal entry fee, Adults - £8.50, Children - £4.05) Contact: 01962 771305 Gilbert White’s House and Garden
Become a Cadbury Eggsplorer and join the quest for the giant Easter eggs hidden in the grounds. Venue: Hinton Ampner House and Gardens, nr Alresford Time: 10am-3.30pm Price: £3 (Plus normal entry fee, Adults - £8.50, Children - £4.05) Contact: 01962 771305 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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spring
Heston Blumenthal’s Serves 8 Ingredients • 1.8-2.2kg whole leg of lamb • Sea salt • 6 garlic cloves, peeled and halved (germ removed) • 12 anchovies, sliced in half lengthways • 15g pack of fresh rosemary (7-8 sprigs) • 3 tbsp groundnut oil For the sauce: • 100ml dry white wine • 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard • 500g Heston from Waitrose Chicken Stock 1) Season the lamb with salt. Cut the garlic into slivers. Take a slice of anchovy and wrap it round a sliver of garlic and 2 rosemary leaves. Continue until all the anchovies have been used. 2) Heat the oil in a heavy frying pan over a high heat. When the oil is smoking hot, add the
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Easter lamb with anchovies lamb and sear until golden brown on all sides. Remove the lamb from the pan and place on a board. 3) Using a sharp knife, cut slits in the surface of the lamb at regular intervals. Use a small spoon to enlarge the holes and stuff them with the anchovies, garlic and rosemary. 4) Place the remaining sprigs of rosemary in the bottom of a roasting pan and place the lamb on top. Pour 150ml water into the bottom of the pan and cook as recommended on the packaging, or to your liking. 5) When cooked, remove the lamb from the oven, wrap it in foil and allow to rest for at least 30 minutes. 6) While the meat is resting, make the sauce. Place the roasting tray over a medium-high heat and allow the lamb juices to come to a boil and reduce by half. Add the white wine and use a spatula to scrape all the delicious bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the
liquid to reduce by half. Add the chicken stock and, again, reduce by half. 7) Pour off the excess fat then strain the liquid through a fine sieve. Stir in the wholegrain mustard then pour into a warm jug to serve. Waitrose, 01730 233339
Ham and Asparagus Pie
Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients • 1 bunch asparagus • Oil, e.g. olive or rapeseed • 50g flour • 50g butter • 500ml milk • 300g cooked chicken • 300g ham • 100g cold butter • 200g plain flour • Beaten egg or milk to glaze
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1.5-litre pie dish on a baking tray. 2) Snap off and discard the ends of the asparagus, place the spears in a small roasting tin, season lightly and drizzle with oil. Roast in the pre-heated oven for 10–15 minutes, until just tender, shaking once or twice. Leave to cool. 3) Heat the flour and butter with the milk in a pan over a medium heat, stirring all the time, until blended and thickened into a smooth sauce. Leave to cool. 4) Rub the cold butter into the flour with a pinch of salt until it resembles fine crumbs. Bind the pastry together with just enough cold
water to give a firm dough. Lightly chill until required. 5) Chop the chicken, ham and asparagus into bite-sized pieces. Combine in the cooled sauce. Season to taste and pile into the pie dish. 6) Lightly knead the pastry into a smooth ball, then roll out to cover the pie. Make a slit in the centre with a sharp knife, then brush the pastry with milk or beaten egg. Bake in the hot oven for 30 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown. Serve immediately, or let it go cold. Do not reheat the pie as it is made with cooked meats. Rosemary Moon, West Dean College, 01243 811301
Crispy Spring Parmesan Spring Chicken • 1 tea spoon whole grain mustard • Table salt and mill ground black pepper • 1 large ciabatta 1) Heat grill to medium and line the grill pan with foil. Beat the egg white on a plate with a little salt and pepper.
turning once until browned and crisp. 4) Meanwhile, boil the eggs for 7 minutes and peel in cold water and leave to one side. At the same time, boil the potatoes for 10 minutes, adding the peas for the final 3 minutes, then drain.
2) Tip the Parmesan onto another plate. Dip the chicken first in egg white, then the cheese.
5) Toss the vegetables with the spinach leaves, vinegar, oil, mustard and seasoning to taste. Divide between four warm plates, then serve with the chicken and warmed ciabatta.
3) Grill the coated chicken for 10-12 minutes,
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Expert insight Jeremy Sturges is a senior tea and herb buyer at Twinings and lives in Rogate. For more than two decades, he has been involved in all aspects of herbal teas. He takes a moment away from tea tasting to explore the health benefits of the humble cuppa… What are the key health benefits of herbal teas and why? Herb and fruit infusions are a great way to deliver hydration with amazing flavour combinations, but also caffeine free and with only a few calories, so in winter they are warming, comforting with great taste and guilt-free!
Time for tea
From work breaks to times of tears and strife, popping the kettle on is always a welcome remedy, and the humble cuppa is bursting with health-boosting benefits.
Dr Tim Bond, from the UK Tea Council’s Tea Advisory Panel (TAP), based in Woking, explains: “One of the most interesting things about tea is flavonoids. They’re antioxidants and help support our body cells, and are recognised as being important in terms of long-term health. “Black tea (traditional tea) is actually the number one source of flavonoid antioxidants in the UK diet, and there have been some really good studies recently on the associated health benefits, including reducing the risks of certain types of cancer.” Herbal teas in particular help to refresh and revive the body and mind. Louise Cheadle, co-founder of Teapigs, explains: “Different herbal infusions have different benefits - we all know that peppermint is great for digestion and chamomile makes you snooze. “Lots of people have told us that they find our liquorice and peppermint suppresses their appetite - I think it might be a result of the amazing natural sweetness.” 28
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Herbal teas have crossed the border from health drink to mainstream in recent years, and many on-trend coffee shops now offer a wonderful wealth of herbal and fruit teas. “I think the taste expectations and image of herbal infusions is changing,” Louise explains. “The crushed up herbs in a paper tea bag isn’t as appealing as whole leaves or flowers and fruits, which have a really punchy flavour. “There is still a big place for the strong black British cuppa, but we are trying to encourage people to make a little space in their cupboards for quality herbal infusions too. The established herbal infusion fans are becoming more adventurous, happy to try more exotic and indulgent blends and flavours.” Steeped in tradition but evolving with the modern world, the popularity of tea is certainly set to endure. Teapigs, 0208 568 1313 UK Tea Council, 01483 750599
Why do you believe herbal teas have become so popular and how do you see this developing? We are constantly looking at new combinations of herbs and fruits that will deliver a new drinking experience our customers will love. Tasting new flavours in food and drinks from around the world when we are travelling on a tea-buying trip is also a great source of creative stimulus. I was in Morocco last year looking at the peppermint crops and alongside one field, we were growing some amazing bright red chillis; these flavours work very well when blended together in the right proportions, but as yet I have not been able to convince the marketing departments! Herbal and fruit infusions can be drunk at any time of day and are very much part of the daily fluid intake for those looking for refreshment without caffeine. What is the key to a successful blend? Consistency is essential. All blends have a set recipe and it is our knowledge and skill that allows us to combine teas that deliver consistent quality, which recreate products our consumers love to drink. As the agro-climatic conditions vary from season to season, so too does quality, which then becomes our challenge to deliver consistently great-tasting blends year after year. What is your favourite herbal tea and how would you drink it? Pure fennel has a light sweet aniseed-like flavour with real depth and richness and is great as a palette-cleanser after a meal. How do you see the future of herbal teas? Today, consumers are much more inquisitive about the provenance of ingredients and the conditions they are produced in, so it is good to be able to increase the understanding and appreciation of what we as tea and herb buyers and blenders are trying to achieve when sourcing items for new products. We are beginning to see trends in texture and colour that will start to drive new demand in teas and infusions in 2014. Jeremy Sturges, Twinings, 0844 324 5000 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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Spire Portsmouth Hospital based in Havant, Hampshire, is a private hospital providing high standards of care to patients throughout the region and beyond. We have state of the art facilities on site, including MRI, X-ray, CT scans and a pathology laboratory, giving patients one place for their healthcare needs. We offer a wide range of services with our specialist consultants and friendly, caring and professional nursing staff, helping to provide the best possible care to those needing fast, effective treatment. We provide treatments for common conditions and problems, from hernias to sports injuries our consultants, nursing staff and physiotherapists are all on hand. Patients do not need private medical insurance to be seen at our hospital; we can offer a one-off fixed cost for treatment to ensure fast, hassle free treatment is available to all. To find out more call us on 02392 456172 or email info@spireportsmouth.com www.spireportsmouth.com 30
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Best Local Community Initiative Award
Not for profit/Charity of the Year
Kebbell Homes is a highly regarded house builder renowned for its homes of quality and comfort, as well as its well-established links with Petersfield. Andrea Fawell, sales and marketing manager at Kebbell Homes, comments: “Having been active in the Petersfield area for many years, we are delighted to be involved once again with the Business and Community Awards. “It is always such a joy to join the local community to celebrate all that is great in Petersfield. “With an enviable reputation for building well-designed and comfortable family houses in and around Petersfield, we are proud to have brought so many of our highly desirable homes to the area and plan to do so for more years to come.”
The first-ever Bluebird Care office was opened in Petersfield in 2004. The company provides the highest quality care services to the Petersfield and Liss areas to the north, to Waterlooville and Havant in the south. All aspects of care are available offering a wide range of different care packages for our customers. Supporting local charities is important to Bluebird Care which is why we would like to support the Not for profit/Charity of the Year Award. Good luck to all the nominees. For a no obligation discussion please get in touch with our friendly team on 01730 260 026 or email care@bluebirdcare.co.uk
Kebbell Homes, www.kebbell.co.uk
Arts and Ents Award
Retailer of the Year
In 1893, Bedales founder, John Badley, created a school profoundly different from the public schools of his day – a school that focused on what was best for the individual child’s educational welfare and happiness. Two strands predominated: breadth (“head, hand and heart”) and the cultivation of the individual’s intellectual and personal qualities (“intelligence, initiative and individuality”). Many of Badley’s early innovations are now main-stream: coeducational boarding (at Bedales since 1898); the emphasis put on the Arts, Sciences and voluntary service; the importance of pastoral care; and listening to students’ views. Today, the contrast between Bedales and other schools remains strong. We believe that our informality engenders a genuine sense of partnership between teacher and student - a shared excitement about ideas and educational discovery. Educational innovation continues with our Bedales Assessed Courses (BACs), a unique curriculum to counter-act the dissatisfaction with GCSEs. BACs are recognised by UCAS and are well regarded by universities as they combine rigour with flexibility and allow scope for individual exploration within a clear syllabus framework. Our top higher education destinations are a diverse mix of Oxbridge, red brick and art college, with 10% of students progressing to Oxbridge. Bedales students therefore arrive at a similar place to those in more formal education settings. They have just taken a different route.
32 Dragon Street is the place to go for proactive, forward thinking accountancy and taxation advice. Based within its walls is a firm covering the whole range of accountancy and taxation services. Cox Manning can look after your book keeping, VAT, accounts, payroll and tax returns while helping with any of the financial problems life can throw at you when you are in business, retired or still facing the daily commute. Founded over 23 years ago the firm has clients across the country (and beyond!) many of whom first needed advice on leaving school but who are now thinking of selling their businesses, talking succession planning and sending their children along to be shown the way to go. In some cases three generations of the same family are being looked after. With an emphasis on helping you the way you want. Why not pop in for a friendly chat?
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Cox Manning, 01730 266816
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Best New Business Award
Business of the Year
Biscoes, a well established firm of south Hampshire Solicitors have been operating in Petersfield for over 10 years. Their Petersfield office is situated in the heart of the town on the High Street and offers a wide range of legal services to the private and commercial client. They appreciate and understand the importance of supporting local enterprise and business and being a part of the business community. Biscoes is delighted to support the promotion of local businesses that the Life in Petersfield Awards provide.
We are proud of our local community and sponsoring awards such as these highlights the achievements and contributions to the community that local businesses have made. As a firm, we pride ourselves on our high level of client service, helping our individual and business clients achieve their goals by providing practical and tailored legal advice. With offices in Petersfield and Midhurst we have a strong firm culture based on the values of being open, fair and responsible. MacDonald Oates LLP, 01730 268211
Biscoes, 01730 264799
Customer Service Award
Volunteer of the Year
Award-winning ADP Security Systems knows a bit about customer service. It’s what we have built our business on, and we are proud that 2014 is our tenth year of protecting Churcher’s College. Established in Petersfield in 1996, we were Finalists in Customer Service at the 2013 South Coast Business Awards, and the 2013 Security Excellence Awards in London. Our personnel have also won a raft of national security industry awards. Clients love our flexible and personal approach to security, managed from our 24 hour, state-of-the-art control room in Petersfield. Now you too can enjoy peace of mind when your alarm goes off in the middle of the night. Take advantage of our *exclusive offer* of a Courtesy Site Survey. Just call 01730 261510, quoting LIP 2014. Good luck to all Customer Service Award entrants.
Britannia Reeves has helped thousands of people move home every year for over 100 years. Because we appreciate that every single home is different, we take care to find out exactly what your removal needs are and provide a service that is personal to you in every detail. We know that when you move you want a trouble free experience. At Britannia Reeves we understand what your moving issues are, and we know how to remove them. We are delighted again to be involved in the Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards and wish all the nominees the best of luck. Britannia Reeves, 01730 262158
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Employee of the Year
With an office based in Haslemere, Desjoyaux Pools offers some of the most modern and innovative developments in swimming pool design, manufacturing and filtration systems in the world. The Desjoyaux Group is now the worlds leading in ground swimming pool manufacturer, supplying over 15,000 pools on all five continents each year. Our staff are extremely important to our business which is why we are delighted to sponsor the Employee of the Year Award.
Sports Award Here at Taro Leisure Centre we are proud to be able to offer incredibly affordable options to all who wish to get more active all the way to the dedicated athletes. Indeed we have on staff an experienced Olympic and Tri Athlete coach to advise on the best method of achieving your goal. It is a one stop shop for the entire community’s health and fitness needs. This is why we take great pleasure in being one of the Sponsors for the Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards. The Taro Centre, 01730 263996
Desjoyaux Pools, 01428 652043
Event of the Year
Restaurant/Cafe of the Year
Petersfield Garage Services now part of the Bosch Car Service network of elite Garages around the World, the repair of motor vehicles has always been in the forefront of the business. From the old days of plugs and points to the current times of sophisticated electronics and diagnostics, we have the expertise and facilities to help locate and rectify those electrical faults. From a bulb to an engine management unit, a service to major engine overhaul. There is also our body shop,accident repair centre,HGV workshop we are there to personally help and advise Once again we are delighted to sponsor the Event of the Year category at this years Life in Petersfield Awards.
The General Wine Company is a local, independent wine merchant and importer with successful high street shops in Petersfield and Liphook. We also supply many pubs, restaurants, hotels, bars and other businesses with our huge range of wines, spirits, local beers and ciders. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff are focussed on giving you the very best customer service and excellent help and advice for any occasion. Petersfield is a vibrant town with a thriving independent business sector which survives and grows due to the support of our local residents; this is why we are proud to once again sponsor the Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards.
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Pub/Bar of the Year
Young Achiever of the Year
Inside Catering Ltd was founded by Paul McIntyre in 2004. Paul has been in catering since 1985, when he was 13 working in his own family restaurant. Following this he served a three-year apprenticeship in a French restaurant in Lytham St Anne’s, Lancashire, where he became a rising star in hotels and restaurants in the north west of England. Having recently teamed up with the BBC Good Food Magazine in the creation of BBC Good Food Kitchen Inside Catering Ltd take brand management very seriously, working closely with their clients to create a perfectly executed event.
The Norad Travel Group is widely recognised as one of the UK’s f a s t e s t - g row i n g independent travel management organisations and a Silver Status Investor In People and major employer in the local area. The company’s team of travel professionals, support customers from the corporate world of business travel through to personal appointment services for private holidays. Norad Travel opened its ‘greenfield’ office in Liss in 2001, maintaining its commitment to local community engagement, it also has established major business partnerships overseas. Through smart buying practices and buying power, Norad clients enjoy all the benefits typical of multinational corporate travel management companies, but also receive a proactive personal service that delivers value for money and true-on-return investment to travel budgets.
Inside Catering Ltd, 01420 476385
Norad Travel, 01730 894700
Petersfield Personality Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Antrobus Chartered Accountants are based in Petersfield, and we believe passionately that accountants should do much more than produce your annual accounts and tax return. We are commercially minded chartered accountants who provide a wide range of services tailored to the needs of private clients and business owners like you. At Antrobus, our goal is simple - to make you happy by maximising your profit and minimising your tax. To do this, we have assembled a hand-picked team of talented professionals, ready, willing, and able to help you Were wishing everyone in our category the very best of luck!
NFU Mutual, Alton & Petersfield Agency try to be different from other insurers. As a Mutual company we are not under any pressure from shareholders so we can concentrate on putting your interests first. We offer a local service to our clients, who can drop into our office to speak to us. We can also visit our clients at their home or business to offer a personal service tailored to their needs. Richard Buer Senior Agents says: ‘We believe in taking the time to understand the needs of our clients, only by doing this can we ensure we put your interests first . Why not give us a call and we will be more than happy to talk through your requirements. NFU Mutual, 01420 83516
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Pastel
impressions Enhance the heart of the home this spring with a contemporary approach to pastels. From the bathroom to the bedroom, incorporate soft coloured textiles and accessories, or maintain a masculine edge by mixing in hard surfaces in dark shades to create an equal colour balance
Paisley curio cabinet, £17.99, Sue Ryder
Ruark Audio R1 MkII limited edition pastel blue DAB radio, £179, Tesco Direct
Imogen oval mirror, £6.99, Sue Ryder
Fielding armchair in savona blue, £1099, Marks & Spencer
“Try using a chalky, ethereal pink as an almost-there neutral backdrop on walls and ceilings and introduce contrasting shades of indigo and tones of grey for a modern, understated feel.” Local interior designer Maggie Walton-Swan.
Pale blue combed cotton towel, from £1.50, M&Co Bramley Blue Large Dresser £1600, Laura Ashley 36 36
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Rutherford Two Seater in Etienne Duck Egg from £1,250, Laura Ashley
Vi-Spring bed in deep lilac, from £1549, Snug Interiors
Pastel striped cushion, £68, Snug Interiors
Chippendale kitchen, Arthur Bonnet Continental Kitchens at Jacksons of Petersfield
True Grace Village Classic Candle, £24, Between The Lines
“Try using a matt, dove grey with just the merest hint of lavender as an unexpected link colour for halls and stairways.” Local interior designer Maggie Walton-Swan
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good life Words: Janet Bligh There is nothing quite like the taste of freshly picked fruit and vegetables which you have grown yourself, and if you fancy having a go at growing your own this summer, it’s time to get organised. Decide what you would like to grow and work out how much space you will need. Vegetables such as runner beans need regular watering and picking during the growing season, so be clear about how much time you will have to look after everything. Find a sunny spot where you can dedicate an area to growing your fruit and vegetables. If you have a problem with deer and rabbits, you’ll need to fence off your kitchen garden to keep
your crops safe. Create planting beds which are no more than 1.2m wide so that you can reach across and avoid standing on the soil when you’re working. Think about putting in raised beds great to help heavy soil drain well and warm up quickly - to create more planting depth for shallow soils. Leave enough space between beds for easy access. Bare root fruit trees and bushes will need planting before the end of March, and bear in mind that some fruits such as currants and strawberries will need netting later in the season to stop the birds getting to them first. Add a little space to grow herbs and annual flowers to cut for the house, and you will be all set for your very own productive garden this summer.
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Tips and advice from West Dean gardeners Jim Buckland and Sarah Wain
• Check over paving, walls and fencing, and if the weather is fine, give fences a coat of preservative. • Take the lawn mower in for a service and check garden tools are in good condition. The same care applies to garden furniture, and it’s the perfect time to check for any damage and make repairs. • Clear any leaves from around snowdrops so the tiny white flowers can be clearly seen.
This is the ideal time to tidy up and plan for the season ahead, helping to save time and effort later in the year… • If the ground isn’t frozen, it’s a good time to begin digging over existing beds and borders, or mark out new areas for planting, adding as much organic matter as possible. • Check to make sure fleece wrapped 40
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around delicate plants is still in place.
• Seed potatoes are now available and you can chit them (allow small shoots to grow) by placing them in a light and frost-free place.
• If you were ahead of the game and cleaned the greenhouse in autumn, all you need to do now is check that the heating is in good working order and the insulation is doing its job.
• You might like to put up new bird boxes as the nesting season for blue tits is about to begin.
• On finer days, open the greenhouse ventilators to let in a little fresh air to deter fungi from developing.
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Focus on the positives Young people from Petersfield and Havant united to tackle anti-social behaviour through song. Supported by Hampshire charity Music Fusion, young person’s group Legacy Project and home and support company Radian, the project aimed to highlight the negative impact of petty crime and raise awareness of the positive implications of leaving antisocial behaviour behind. Members of the Negative to Positive group wrote their own lyrics and recorded rap tracks targeting anti-social behaviour and its impact on people’s lives. Jenni Few, member of Negative to Positive, said: “It has been a truly amazing experience and we have learnt so many valuable lessons. “An ASBO (Anti Social Behaviour Order) isn’t
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just for violence. It can be for discrimination, noise nuisance, racism, domestic abuse and much more. We hope that our songs could possibly change the lives of the public and local communities in the same way it has for us.” Radian community development officer Olivia Carr commented: “This project has been very interesting and a lot of fun. The young people involved have been truly focused and pro-active from the very beginning. “Each of the tracks represent the different aspects of anti-social behaviour from not only the victims, but the perpetrators, and although the subject itself is a negative one, the group have managed to demonstrate in words how negativity can be turned around and made positive. “I am very proud of the young people involved and what they have achieved in a short amount of time in the studios, and hope their words will be not only heard, but listened to by many.” To listen to the tracks, visit www.soundcloud.com/musicfusionuk Radian Group, 0300 123 1567
Perfect chance to perform Aspiring stars of the stage are invited to have fun, make friends and help create an exciting piece of musical theatre by joining Petersfield Youth Theatre’s Easter Project. Beginners on Stage will take place at Bedales School in Steep from Tuesday 8 April to Friday 11 April, between 10am and 1pm for year groups one to three (1pm to 8pm on the Friday). For school years four to 11, the project takes place between 10am and 5pm (10am to 8pm on the Friday). Featuring song and dance numbers from popular musical theatre productions, Beginners on Stage provides the chance to produce a fully-staged production and perform in front of family and friends. It is an open access project, and anyone
aged five to 16 is encouraged to get involved, regardless of previous experience or Youth Theatre membership. For further details, visit the Petersfield Youth Theatre website: www.pyt.org.uk
The PYT Easter Project
Former Bedales student Sofia Larsson will perform at the Petersfield Musical Festival
Festival spirit The sweet sound of concert music will fill the air at the Festival Hall as instrumentalists of all ages unite to perform at the Petersfield Musical Festival from 14-22 March. For more than a century, the festival has promoted music-making in and around Petersfield, bringing together local singers and instrumentalists to share the platform with visiting musicians of national and international standing. The origins of Petersfield Musical Festival lie in the inspirational effect of the Mary Wakefield Festival of Music at Kendal in 1897 on two sisters: Edith and Rosalind Craig Sellar. The sisters hailed from Compton in West Sussex and their enthusiasm and drive to bring a similar event to Petersfield resulted in the first festival taking place in Petersfield’s old Drill Hall in 1901, attracting six choirs, various individual and group competitions and a hall full of music lovers. The Petersfield Festival Hall was designed for the musical festival and officially opened in 1935. Eight decades later, the festival continues to thrive, with a packed programme of performances, from classical guitar to organ music. For the full festival programme and ticket information, visit www.petersfieldmusicalfestival.org.uk
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Following the winter break, Petersfield Museum opens its doors on Tuesday 18 March with an array of new exhibitions, events and activities. This year’s displays at the Old Courthouse will include the impact of the First World War on the town, the history of the emergency services and the Shackleton Expeditions to Antarctica. The first temporary exhibition delves into the history of local clubs and societies. At the Flora Twort Gallery, style takes centre stage, with an exhibition exploring
early 20th century fashion, while ‘Flora Twort and her Circles’ offers an insight into the eclectic career of the Petersfield artist. The Community Gallery will open with a contemporary art display. Children’s activities include dressing up, object handling, a Morse code interactive and a new town trail, while adults are invited to explore a new computer interactive which allows access to pictures from the museum’s collections. Petersfield Museum, 01730 262601 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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Famous circles The wonderful watercolours created by Flora Twort are well-known in Petersfield, as prints of her market and fair scenes adorn local offices and shop windows. Her art remains alive through the exhibitions in her former home and studio at Church Path, now the Flora Twort Gallery meeting Harry Roberts, a GP and social reformer, who would become famous for instigating the building of the Petersfield Festival Hall. Together, they set up a bookshop at numbers 1 and 2 The Square, which Flora ran jointly with artist Hester Wagstaff and Marie Brahms. From her studio on the first floor, the artist painted many scenes of Petersfield, and she received The Flora Twort Gallery today numerous portrait commissions. The bookshop was soon appreciated by A new exhibition at the gallery, ‘Flora Twort locals and tourists, and through it she met and her Circles’, which opens on Tuesday 18 Nevil Shute, the engineer and author of March, will explore Flora Twort’s life as an the book ‘The Pied Piper’, who became a artist from a fresh perspective, revealing her lifelong friend. elaborate portraiture and her influence on a At the ‘Petersfield Workshops’, which vibrant local arts community. belonged to the bookshop, calligrapher Flora Twort was born in 1893 and brought Graily Hewitt, pupil of Edward Johnston, up in London, where she attended the and illuminator Ida Henstock produced London School of Art and the London many stunning manuscripts. The craftsmen Polytechnic. Towards the end of the First working at Edward Barnsley’s workshop in World War, she moved to Petersfield after Froxfield were also part of this artistic scene, as were the local arts and crafts architects. Through the bookshop, Flora also met Stanley Spencer, who had come to Petersfield in the 1920’s to visit Muirhead Bone, the first officiallyappointed war artist, who lived in Steep. Spencer produced several works while living in the area. Print of the Petersfield Bookshop in number 1 and 2 The Square Many of these people by Flora Twort (courtesy of Petersfield Museum) were involved in 44
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‘Market day in Petersfield Sq uare’ by Flora Twort in 1939 (court esy of Petersfield Mus eum)
founding the Petersfield Arts and Crafts Society in 1934. During the interwar period, Flora Twort gained national recognition as an artist. She showed works at the New English Art Club in 1928, at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool the following year and at the Society of Women Artists in 1934. Between 1927 and 1938, she also showed 12 watercolours at the Royal Academy of Art, and in 1931 she had her first solo show at the Gieves Gallery in London. After the Second World War and Harry Roberts’ death, she and her business partners suffered from ill health. Flora Twort sold the shop and moved into Church Path studio, where she held a successful exhibition in 1946. She continued to submit her paintings to the Royal Academy, yet only two were selected for display after the War. Officially, she retired from art at 81, but she continued to paint for pleasure. Flora Twort died in 1985, aged 92. The exhibition ‘Flora Twort and her Circles’ at the Flora Twort Gallery shows portraits and local sceneries by Flora Twort, along with sketches, objects and reproductions of works by her friends. The display will run until the end of November 2014. For further details of Flora Twort’s life and work, see ‘Flora Twort: A Petersfield Artist’ by Alice Munro-Faure (Hampshire Papers No 7 1995) available from the Flora Twort Gallery. Flora Twort Gallery, 01730 260756 www.petersfieldmuseum.co.uk Issue 45 March / April 2014
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forward Commuting to the capital as a digital marketer, coupled with a busy family life, Andy Guest has little time to rest on his laurels. Yet pride and passion for the local community and drive to support a cause close to his heart inspired Andy to tackle a mammoth charity challenge. In a moment of reflection, Andy offers an insight into the personal story which prompted his marathon mission and his aspirations for future fundraising…
When did you move to Petersfield and what do you love about the local community?
For over 10 years, I was commuting daily to London, which was regularly a five-hour round trip to the office and back. I have a young family which I was not seeing much of, so I decided recently to setup my own online marketing company, eAZe Media, to allow me to spend less time away from home away from the family. I’ve lived in Petersfield for around nine years now. The town is a great place to call home and the community has been amazingly giving to support our many fundraising events. Being a Round Table member offers an opportunity to explore new ideas and step in to give something back to the community we live in.
What inspired you to take part in the charity challenges and what was the ‘breakthrough’ moment? I’m a member of Petersfield Round Table, and this year as the chairman of the group I wanted to do something in addition to the good work we do thoughout the year. My dad has suffered from Multiple Sclerosis for 20 years and is completely reliant on the help my mother is able to give him, so in my chairmanship year I decided that I would like to help a local MS Society raise the funds they need to enable them to help a number of people within the Hampshire area. I approached Bernie Green from Petersfield and Alton MS Society and 46
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proposed a plan to him. Once we’d agreed, I pitched the idea and why I wanted to do this to members of the Petersfield Round Table. To my surprise, a number of the guys stepped up to take part and helped me raise the £10,000 proposed.
What did the challenges involve and who did you aim to support?
for the local community for an illness that I have felt the effects of. There are more than 200 families in the local area that are affected by Multiple Sclerosis and my efforts were to attempt to provide a resource to help these families. This money gives the Petersfield and Alton branch of the MS Society the ability to offer services such as lifting aids and an outreach/social centre for families affected.
The target was to raise £10,000 for the Petersfield and Alton Multiple Sclerosis Society. We’re now over this target and heading towards the £11,000 mark. So far, we’ve completed 15 events, including the Portsmouth Half Marathon, the Brighton Marathon, the London Marathon, the The Long One Sportive 126-mile and the Mega Meon Cycle Sportive, along with the Devil’s Punchbowl Sportive 75-mile and the Naunton 19.
What was your overall aim in fundraising and what are your aims for the future? The aim of these challenges was overall to help raise more money
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Traditional yet innovative experience A new headteacher has taken up the reins at Portsmouth High Junior School, keen to build on its high standards and provide a platform for future success. Paul Marshallsay, who was recently appointed headteacher at the independent girls’ school, said: “I feel privileged to be appointed as headteacher and consider it a wonderful opportunity to build on the already exceptionally high standards here. “Our curriculum is traditional and delivers a strong foundation in the core subjects of English, mathematics and science.” Portsmouth High Junior School Paul Marshallsay introduces specialist language teaching from an early age, including Latin and Mandarin, and computer science is considered a core element of the curriculum. Mr Marshallsay explained: “There are no gender stereotypes here; our environment seeks to promote enquiry and calculated risk taking regardless of age or subject. “We aim to give our girls a head start from our Pre-School and onwards through Junior School into our Senior School. “This, combined with the huge investments being made in our facilities by the Girl’s Day School Trust, makes Portsmouth High Junior School a uniquely traditional yet innovative educational experience.”
Quartet of Cambridge offers for top students Four flourishing Bedales students have high hopes for the future, following offers from the University of Cambridge. Three of the four students are current sixth form students, who hope to secure the grades this summer to take up their places, and the other completed his A Levels in 2013. Deputy Head Boy Vincent Hasselbach has been offered a place to read human, social and political sciences at St John’s College. Robin Allez’s offer is for Anglo Saxon, Norse and Celtic at Corpus Christi College, and Dan Rasbash’s offer is for Asian and Middle Eastern studies at Emmanuel College. Former student Toby Matimong has been offered a place to read music at Homerton College after achieving a D2 (equivalent to A*) in music pre-u last summer. He is currently developing his music skills as a teaching assistant. Keith Budge, headmaster of Bedales School, commented: “Congratulations to our sixth formers. We are delighted with the range and quality of the offers received so far this year and pleased that the hard work and fast academic progress of these students have been recognised by leading universities and colleges. “These results are further testament to the quality of a Bedales education, and the benefits of studying Bedales Assessed Courses in lieu of GCSEs. It is also very satisfying to see that three of the successful Cambridge applicants progressed to Bedales from our own Prep School, Dunhurst.” Bedales, 01730 300100
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From left: Dan Rasbash, Robin Allez and Vincent Hasselbach
Snow and sunshine on the slopes Ditcham Park School skiers
Ditcham Park School pupils enjoyed snow and sunshine on the slopes in an action-packed skiing trip to Prato Nevoso, Italy. The Ditcham skiers came on leaps and bounds during the week, and two members of the advanced group achieved a Level 4 with Distinction. Away from the slopes, the pupils took part in an array of fun activities, from ice sculpture building to swimming and snowball fights. Year 4 teacher Mrs Hewett, who organised the trip, commented: “The children threw themselves whole-heartedly into any challenge that was put to them and had a wonderful time.” Ditcham Park School, 01730 825659 48
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Through the eyes of a dementia sufferer
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Hannah Wilson of Milkwood Care steps into the world of a dementia sufferer…
A personal choice Getting away from it all by the seaside, going for a long walk with the dog and singing are widely-regarded as wonderful for wellbeing, but hardly medicinal - until now. Some long-term sick and disabled people will soon be entitled to ask the NHS for money allocated to their ongoing care to be spent on improving their health in the way they see fit. With input from their health care clinicians, patients could choose to spend the money in ‘personal health budgets’ on anything from buying a dog for companionship and exercise to singing classes to help improve breathing problems. Vidhya Alakeson, mental health lead for NHS England’s personal health budgets delivery programme, and author of Delivering Personal Health Budgets, explains: “The idea is that you can do anything with it that meets your health needs. You identify what your health goals are, and how you might meet them. “It’s really important that people understand this is not saying we’re going to take all the money we would have spent on you in the NHS and tell you to get lost and sort it out for yourself. That’s a fear that people have about this. But personal health budgets are just the money that’s spent on 50
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people’s ongoing needs.” Pilot schemes of these budgets ran throughout the country from 2009 to 2012. Successful examples include people with mental health conditions, who in the past had ended up in hospital, using their budgets to stay in B&B accommodation. People can also use the money to join a gym, buy exercise equipment to lose weight or choose massage and alternative therapies to help manage pain. Music and singing was another popular option on the pilot schemes. The benefits from owning a dog are championed by the Dogs Trust charity, which has even compiled a Canine Charter for Human Health from research studies. Yet amid all the clear strengths of personal health budgets, there is an underlying fear that people may abuse the money they are given. However, Ms Alakeson is keen to point out the pilot schemes proved no need for such concerns, as there are many checks and balances, such as money not always being paid up front.
“I had often tried to imagine what life would be like with this disease, having seen residents in the homes and family members over recent years suffer with the memoryrobbing condition. Fitted with tunnel vision glasses, spiked shoe insoles, gloves and constant background noise through headphones, all of my senses were altered to simulate the condition. Before entering a room, I am told very clearly that I need to complete a set of simple tasks that could be found within the space. It’s dark in here, the muffled noise of people talking is annoying and the flashing light is disorientating. I eventually remember to look for the list, but searching through a pile of papers is infuriating. The list hunt is quickly forgotten and I feel lost. Not knowing what I should do, I shuffle around the room until the strange dark figure approaches me and tells me to find something useful to do. I gaze around and find a pile of cutlery on a sideboard. I sort it into groups. Usually a straightforward task, that became challenging to the point of failure in this moment. Standing alone, highly anxious, the man approaches and tells me that the ordeal is over, I can leave the room and take off my gear. My experience had ended, but for the dementia sufferer this is life. Milkwood Care has put plans in place to introduce this virtual dementia tour as part of compulsory dementia training for staff throughout 2014.” Milkwood Care, 01730 233993 Receipts also have to be provided when goods or services are bought with the personal health budget, which will usually be given in monthly or quarterly payments. Ms Alakeson explains: “People get this money because they have a condition that needs to be managed, and they have a strong incentive to use it well. “Rather than frivolous expenditure, what you see is that people are much more prudent with the money than the system is, as they have a vested interest in spending it well, and often feel quite grateful for the opportunity to do something different with it.” Personal Health Budgets, www.personalhealthbudgets.england.nhs.uk Issue 45 March / April 2014
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business news
Solicitors support worthy cause MacDonald Oates Solicitors has set its sights on supporting a key local cause, announcing The Bereavement Counselling Charity as its Charity of the Year for 2014. The MacDonald Oates’ Charity Events Committee (MOCHET) organises events and activities to raise funds for the firm’s chosen charity throughout the year. Last year, the firm supported Canine Partners. The Bereavement Counselling Charity works in Petersfield and the surrounding area, providing a free, confidential
counselling service to support people who have suffered a bereavement, either recently or in the past. Janet Hanneman, chairman of The Bereavement Counselling Charity, said: “We really appreciate being selected as the 2014 chosen charity and are confident that MacDonald Oates will make a significant contribution to The Bereavement Counselling Charity.” Hazel Manktelow, head of MacDonald Oates’ family department and chairman of MOCHET, commented: “We are delighted to be supporting a local, small and such welldeserving charity. We are looking forward to arranging this year’s fundraising events and hope to raise as much funds as possible for a very worthwhile cause.”
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An innovative independent business is providing the Petersfield community with a one-stop shop for home services. Local Treasures, founded by Sarah Heyworth, employs people aged over 50 to provide services such as gardening, housekeeping and decorating across the local area. Sarah explained: “I realised how helpful it would be if I just had one number for all my jobs and to know that all the people I needed would be great at their job and completely trustworthy. “We now have 25 ‘treasures’ on our books and are very proud of the fact that we are providing jobs for local people within the local area. “We use the skills and expertise of a mature workforce, who will put their experience to good use in a trustworthy, caring and professional way.”
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A new era of accountancy Limelight Accountancy has joined a growing group of Surrey and Hampshire accountancy firms to launch an innovative app, allowing clients to access an array of services at the touch of a button. The app, which is available to download free onto iPhone, iPad and Android phones, offers services such as tax tables and calculators, and also includes news, views and tips from Limelight. Phil Steadman, managing director at Limelight, explained: “The app gives you fantastic content, plus it is really easy to use and will hopefully help local companies become more successful, profitable and enjoyable to run.” Limelight Accountancy, 01428 644433
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Raise a glass The General Wine Company has raised a glass to celebrate national success and a prize fit for the future. The family-owned business fought off 700 fellow independent wine merchants in a competition organised by The Wine Institute of California and Off Licence News. Dich Oatley from The General Wine Company spent a week travelling around the wine regions of California, visiting 47 wineries and meeting the characters behind the wines. Upon returning to the UK, each merchant ran a month-long Californian wine promotion in store and online. The General Wine Company’s promotion secured the prize of an Enomatic machine, which preserves wine by adding an inert gas to avoid oxidisation for up to three weeks. Petersfield shop manager Andy Redman commented: “We’re very pleased - this genuinely sets us apart from other wine shops in the area, and will make the shop a real interactive destination.” The General Wine Company, 01730 235923 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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Spot the difference Cox Manning Accountants’ spot the difference Christmas competition in the November/December edition of Life in Petersfield proved as popular as ever. This year’s winner, Saffron Fox from
Farnham, was delighted with her prize - a box of luxury Thorntons chocolates, presented by Cox Manning’s founder Louise Manning. Cox Manning, 01730 266816
Promising signs of economic upturn
Saffron Fox is presented with her prize by Louise Manning
Eggciting Easter fundraiser Liphook Motors is driving support for a worthy cause on the doorstep with a family fundraiser this Easter. Shop windows around the village will feature Easter characters in a children’s treasure hunt in aid of Dreams Come True, from Monday 7 to Thursday 17 April. Children are encouraged to spot the Easter characters and fill in the treasure hunt form, which can be collected from Liphook Motors on the Station Road Industrial Estate.
The prize draw will take place on Saturday 19 April, and children have the chance to win a gift voucher from The Entertainer toy shop, an arts and crafts hamper or a selection of Easter eggs. Dreams Come True aims to bring joy to terminally and seriously ill children and young people by making their ideal dream come true. Liphook Motors, 01428 727700 Dreams Come True, 01428 726330
Family values A family-run business in the heart of Petersfield this year marks eight decades of serving the local community. Rowland’s Funeral Services is the only independent family owned and managed funeral home in Petersfield with professionally-qualified and licensed funeral directors. The company was established in 1934 by Percy Vincent, in partnership with his father-in-law, William Rowland. The company was originally known as Funeral Services which was part of Rowland, Son and Vincent furnishers. The house furnishing part of the business, started by Charles Rowland, was closed in 2004 after 122 years of trading. Today, the company is directed by Marsha Vincent, the founder’s granddaughter who took over from her aunt, Mary Vincent, in 2003. 54
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Marsha explained: “We have had a long family history here in Petersfield. My grandfather always said ‘treat everyone coming to you as though they were a member of your own family needing help, do that and you can’t go far wrong.’ As the fifth generation of the family to be in business, we will be here to provide the best possible personal care and attention and carry on just as it was in the beginning.” Rowland’s Funeral Services, 01730 262711
The national economic upturn is beginning to hit home in East Hampshire, according to district council leader Cllr Ferris Cowper. East Hampshire District Council has a £450,000 surplus at the half way point in its annual £12 million budget, which Cllr Cowper believes was helped by extra income generated by a resurgent housing market in fees for planning applications and building certificates. “Planning applications have gone up, there have been more land searches and we are getting more rents from our business parks,” he explained. “Economic growth pays all of us back handsomely. It’s not just jobs and a more secure future for local businesses, but with increased income from this higher level of activity we can avoid increasing EHDC’s Council Tax and maintain or even improve our services. “At a national level, there are some very encouraging trends in economic indicators which should drive further benefits locally. In EHDC we are looking to encourage economic growth in Whitehill and Bordon specifically, but also in many other larger settlements in the district with the help of the Local Enterprise Partnerships.” East Hampshire District Council, 01730 266551
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What’s on - March - April 2014 l Sunday 2 March The Edward Thomas Birthday Walk
Venue: Bedales School, Steep Time: 10.30am and 2.30pm Price: Free l Tuesday 4 March
Lecture lunch: The man who built Uppark
Venue: Uppark House and Garden Time: From 10.30am Price: £22.50 Contact: 01730 825415 l Thursday 6 March
Wine Tasting Dinner
Venue: Langrish House Time: 8pm Price: £45 per person Contact: 01730 266941
l Friday 7 March Live music: The Coasters
Venue: The Rising Sun, Milland Time: 9.30pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01428 741347
l Friday 14 March Liss Band and the Choir Company
Venue: Festival Hall, Petersfield Time: 7.30pm Price: Adults - £12, Children (18 and under) - £8 Contact: 01730 261199 l Monday 17 March
Petersfield Musical Festival Youth Concert
Wine tasting dinner, Langrish House l Friday 21 March Life in Petersfield Business and Community Awards
Venue: Churcher’s College, Petersfield Time: Doors open at 5.15pm Price: £35 Contact: 01420 485188 l Saturday 22 March
Family fun day
Venue: Festival Hall, Petersfield Time: 7.30pm Price: Adults - £10, Children - £5 Contact: 01730 261199
Venue: Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery Time: 12pm-3pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01730 262601
l Tuesday 18 March
l Sunday 23 March
Write Angle
Venue: Upstairs at the Square Brewery, Petersfield Time: 7.15pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01730 264291 l Thursday 20 March
Petersfield Orchestra
Venue: Festival Hall, Petersfield Time: 7.30pm Price: £18 Contact: 01730 261199 West Dean Gardens
Wedding Set Up Day Venue: Langrish House Time: 12 noon - 3pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01730 266941 l Tuesday 25 March
New Savoy Cinema: Le Week-End
Venue: Festival Hall, Petersfield Time: 2.30pm Price: £5 Contact: 01730 264182 l Friday 28 March
The Spring Concert
Venue: The Quad, Bedales School, Steep Time: 7.30pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01730 300100 l Friday 4 April
70’s Carwash
Venue: Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Liphook Time: Evening Price: £32 per person Contact: 01428 724555
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l Friday 11 April Ultra ‘90s
Venue: Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Liphook Time: Evening Price: £32 Contact: 01428 724555 l Saturday 12 April
Mrs Brown’s country house kitchen
Venue: Petworth House and Park, West Sussex Time: 11am-3pm Price: Free (normal entry charges apply) Contact: 01798 342207 l Tuesday 15 April
Write Angle
Venue: Upstairs at the Square Brewery, Petersfield Time: 7.15pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01730 264291 l Thursday 17 April
Harry Roberts talk by David Jeffery
Venue: Petersfield Physic Garden Time: 7pm Price: £7 (£5 to Petersfield Museum members) Contact: 01730 260756 l Saturday 26 April-Sunday 27 April
Encounters
Venue: Petworth House and Park, West Sussex Time: 11am-3pm Price: Adults £12.50, Children £6.20 Contact: 01798 342207 l Wednesday 30 April-Friday 9 May
Dunannie art exhibition
Venue: The Gallery, Bedales School, Steep Time: Monday-Friday 2pm-5pm, Saturday 10am-1pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01730 300100 Issue 45 March / April 2014
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Local Contacts Emergency Services Fire Hampshire Fire and Rescue Headquarters 023 8062 4000 Health Petersfield Hospital 01730 263221 (Petersfield Hospital Minor Injuries Unit 8am-8pm, (open every day) The Grange Surgery 01730 267722 The Swan Surgery 01730 264546 Police
Helplines, Support Groups & Charities
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Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555
Petersfield Royal British Legion 01730 260030
Childline 0800 1111
Petersfield U3A 01730 233502
Petersfield Bowling Club 01730 264161
Relate 02392 827026
Petersfield Bridge Club 01730 263396
Citizens’ Advice Bureau 08444 111 306 Community First East Hampshire 01730 710017 Electricity Emergency 0845 770 8090 Environment Agency 08708 506506
Samaritans 08457 909090 South Downs Association of Disabled People & Shopmobility Services 01730 710474 Southern Water 0845 278 0845
Leisure Local walks info www.hants.gov.uk/walking; www.nationaltrail.co.uk/
Petersfield & District Philatelic Society 01730 264518 Petersfield Library 01730 263451 Petersfield Museum 01730 262601 Petersfield Rugby Football Club 01730 269744/ 01730 265072
Hampshire Police general enquiry number 0845 045 4545
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Council Numbers East Hampshire District Council 01730 266551
Natural England (formerly the Countryside Agency) 0207 932 5800
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PetersfieldTown Juniors Football Club 07703 002676
Petersfield Town Council 01730 264182
PC Pete 01730 269569
01730 266046 www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk
Steep Lawn Tennis Club 01730 264999
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Home-Start Butser 01730 233 755
The Campaign to Protect Rural England 01962 779185 The Salvation Army (local branch) 01730 262820 Tourist Information Office 01730 268829 Winton House Centre (centre
Petersfield Swimming Pool 01730 265143 Petersfield Town Football Club 01730 233416
Taro Leisure Centre 01730 263996 Walk to Health 01730 262792 Southsea Sub-Aqua Club 01730 301507 Petersfield Twinning Association 01730 268206 Travel General Public Transport Information Line 08706082608 www.traveline.org.uk Airports Bournemouth Airport 01202 364 000 Gatwick Airport 08700 002 468 Heathrow Airport 08700 000 123 Luton Airport 01582 405 100 Southampton Airport 08700 400 009 Buses National Express 08705 808080
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