Dorset View February 2023

Gordon Forsey receives letter from King Charles III

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With almost daily rain from the beginning of the year until mid-January, it was no surprise that many of the rivers around East Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole resembled lakes.

Being flood plains, this is not unusual although many locals will tell you the rivers are the highest they’ve been for quite some time. And many have seen some unusual sights – our news editor even saw someone canoeing on the school fields opposite her house!

While a stunning sight, flooding can cause chaos and is a reminder that we need to do our bit to help prevent climate change.

In contrast, Colehill has experienced an upswell of a community kind.

A recent Facebook post told of the demise of adult cricket at Colehill Cricket Club, due to complaints of damage from neighbours. The cost of repairs and future insurance policies were such that the club reluctantly decided it was only possible to continue junior cricket.

Queue general outrage. Not only did a petition gain more than 30,000 signatures, the story gained huge momentum, with coverage in national newspapers, support from England cricket players, and even mentions from Piers Morgan and Nigel Farage.

With such a groundswell of support, an online fundraiser was started. For adult cricket to continue, £35,000 was needed to pay for netting around the ground. The target was exceeded in just three days – a triumph for community spirit indeed.

Whether your neighbourhood is flooded with water, or flooded with community spirit, the team at Pulford Publicity, publisher of Dorset View, has been there with you for 20 years, and is looking forward to the next 20.

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Man convicted of manslaughter

A man who ran over and killed Clare Gafan in Bournemouth in October 2021 has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.

Shaun Hall, 40, from Derby, was convicted of manslaughter at Winchester Crown Court on 22 December 2022 and sentenced on 6 January 2023.

On 22 October 2021, an arrangement was made between Hall and a man to meet in Queens Road. Hall was driving a black Audi A4. He snatched a container from the man and drove off from the scene with the passenger door still open.

On 23 October 2021, the same man was in Suffolk Road with a group of people, including 40-year-old Clare Gafan, and noticed the same Audi drive down the road. The man went to speak to the driver about the incident

the previous evening.

As Hall – who was stationary in his car – noticed the man approaching him, he suddenly accelerated and drove towards the group. All apart from Clare were able to leap out of the way. The car collided with Clare and she sustained lifethreatening injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. Very sadly, Clare died in hospital on 25 October 2021. Hall immediately drove away from the scene and did not stop or notify the emergency services of the incident. He drove out of Bournemouth and, because his car was damaged, parked in a secluded car park where he waited until darkness to travel out of the county.

Following enquiries, Hall’s black Audi A4 was located and stopped in the Northamptonshire area in the early hours of 24 October 2021 and he was arrested.

Hall also admitted a dwelling burglary in Southampton that was committed between 15 and 18 October 2021 and was sentenced to two years in prison for that offence. This sentence will be served consecutively to his jail term for the manslaughter offence.

Clare’s family said: “Losing Clare has been hard for all of us and left a huge hole in our lives. Clare was an incredibly special woman who had a family that loved her unconditionally.

“Clare did not have a bad bone in her body. She had the biggest heart and would never have caused harm to anyone. She was loving, caring, funny and crazy, which is why we all loved her. She would always try and spread positive energy no matter what mood she was in, and she would always put other people before herself. This was true to form when we discovered that she had opted to donate her organs upon her death. She was truly selfless.”

Clare Gafan

Sad passing of former colleague

Val O’Neill, who worked for Pulford Publicity in the days when it was known as mags4dorset sadly died before Christmas.

A respected member of the Pulford Publicity team who excelled in sales, Val retired some years ago to spend more time at home with her husband, Rob, and to help with the grandchildren who visited frequently.

Editor, Janine Pulford, said: “We were

very sad to receive this news. Val was a loyal colleague. The last time we saw her was at our office opening in 2019 when she looked well and said she was enjoying her retirement. I am sure many clients will remember Val and join with us in sending condolences to her family.”

CPRE objects to building on Highmoor Farm

By Marilyn Barber newseditor@dorsetview.co.uk

The Poole and Purbeck Group of the CPRE (Campaign to Protect Rural England) has added its voice to those opposed to an application by the Talbot Village Trust to develop the land south of the Wallisdown Road at Highmoor Farm as an Innovation Quarter.

The hybrid application was submitted to BCP Council in November. There is a full application, which is for a new

11,606 square metre Nuffield Health Hospital and an outline application for the provision of 13,394 square metres of employment, healthcare and university-related floor space, including ancillary uses and a Growing Hub. In addition, there is an application for a change of use of 12 hectares of grazing land to create a Heathland Support Area for the lifetime of the Innovation Quarter.

In a submission to BCP Council, Gerald Rigler, chairman of the CPRE said: “It is noted that the applicant wishes to secure approval to construct a substantial amount of floorspace on green fields, rather than be involved in the more socially responsible process of recycling brownfield land, currently being advocated by government.

“It is also noted that the above desire reflects a misplaced vision within a discredited Local Plan (based upon some relevant superseded concepts) that should be adjusted by the expected BCP Council Local Plan to ensure brownfield land is no longer hoarded but positively promoted for reuse. It is held that no mistake in a Local Plan should ever be reinforced by implementing it, particularly in the current period of planning law reform.

“It appears that the loss of opportunities for carbon

capture, food production, ‘health and well-being’ and enhancement of bio-diversity have not been really considered in the request for a ‘change of use’: opportunities which, if lost, could harm the public interest that is the over-riding concern of planning law.”

Mr Rigler also cited traffic disruption on a busy road and the risk of pollution to the area as reasons for the application to be refused.

He added that BCP Council has substantial amounts of brownfield land which could offer extensive opportunities for developments.

The application for the development on the BCP Council website is APP/22/01455/F.

A petition to save Highmoor Farm has been started by local resident Kerry Batcock and it is available on https:// chng.it/DnJtL65b

Horses at Highmoor Farm

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Life interest trust wills and the Trust Registration Service

By James Rust – Private Client Solicitor

If you or your spouse have included a life interest trust in your wills, beware of the need to register the trusts created under the will.

There are potentially two types of trust which would have been created under a life interest trust will;

1) The life interest trust for the surviving spouse, and 2) The property trust created for the beneficiaries after the death of the surviving spouse.

If the surviving spouse expects to live in the property, or any future replacement property, for a period of more than two years after the date of death of the first spouse, then the trust will need to be registered and doing so immediately is better than waiting until the expiry of the two-year period.

The property trust will also need to be registered, but there is one main exemption. If the trustees and the beneficiaries of the property trust are the same people, then there is no need to register as they are essentially holding the property on trust for themselves.

However, if you have different trustees and beneficiaries, the beneficiaries include minor children or grandchildren, or there are more beneficiaries than there are trustees, then the property trust will need to be registered within 90 days of the date of death.

If you are unsure of the need to register the trust created under the will, registration in any event is recommended to avoid being considered non-compliant and potentially subject to hefty penalties.

Law Spot is for information only and does not constitute legal advice.

WW2 tank engineer receives letter from King Charles

A Lewis-Manning Hospice Care patient has received a letter from King Charles III’s office recognising his achievements and contributions to the success of WW2.

Gordon Forsey was an engineer modifying parts of guns and tanks, which helped to defeat German tanks. He used to work 17-hour days and was very dedicated to his work.

Gordon was presented the letter by LewisManning’s volunteer driver, John Reid, who came dressed for the occasion in his RAF uniform and said a few words about Gordon, his life and accomplishments to all staff and patients present, as well as Gordon’s son.

John said: “I’m thrilled and honoured to have presented Gordon with his framed letter, I knew it would

mean a lot to him. I have been Gordon’s driver to and from the hospice for a while now and had the pleasure of hearing the incredible stories he has to tell. They’re absolutely fascinating. It was great to see he’s finally received some recognition for his extensive work during WW2, he really is a wonderful man.”

Gordon’s son, Alan Forsey, added: “Thank you to Lewis-Manning for putting on this get together to celebrate my dad. It was wonderful to see him receive his framed letter and enjoy tea and cakes with him and the rest of the day hospice patients. I know Lewis-Manning and its wonderful nurses mean a lot to him and this just made it even more special. So, thank you again.”

Gordon is pictured on this month’s cover.

New Year's honour for deputy chief fire officer

DCFO Derek James was given the award for his outstanding leadership and commitment to serving the communities of Dorset & Wiltshire, having been instrumental in the formation of Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service and Authority in 2016.

He has helped protect frontline services, while achieving savings of over £8m per year, securing high ratings from government inspectors.

DCFO Derek James KFSM © D&WFRS

Derek said: “I am honoured to have been recognised by His Majesty. Throughout my career I have always done my upmost to help ensure we are a strong

fire and rescue service that serves our communities well. I work alongside a bunch of fantastic people who work tirelessly at all levels to help make this happen. This award says as much about them as it does me.”

Chief fire officer Ben Ansell said: “I am absolutely delighted that Derek has been recognised nationally for his outstanding leadership in the fire and rescue sector. His skills, passion and leadership have been invaluable, and he has supported me and the service in responding to the many challenges and large-scale incidents that we have faced over the years.”

Could you be the Gardener of the Year?

The Dorset Gardens Trust, a conservation charity working to protect the county’s many historic parks and gardens for future generations, has launched a new ‘Gardener of the Year Award’.

It will be open to all professional gardeners in Dorset. With a prize of £750 for the winner, the award aims to raise awareness of the value of gardeners whose hard work and dedication provides pleasure for so many people in creating and maintaining the gardens of Dorset.

The award is being launched in honour of William Gueterbock (1930-2022) in recognition of his enormous contribution to the Dorset Gardens Trust over many years as founder member and president.

If you are a gardener or know one who deserves an award, visit dorsetgardenstrust.co.uk/award for full details and how to apply.

Applications for 2023 are open until 31 July and the winner will be announced in December.

A deputy chief fire officer (DCFO) from Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has been recognised with a King’s Fire Service Medal (KFSM) in the 2023 New Year Honours List.

Long service medals for library volunteers

Four local women have been recognised for the time they have spent in ensuring housebound people can enjoy a good book.

At a recent coffee morning at Ferndown Library, the RVS Home Library Service volunteers were presented with their Long Service Awards by Maria Jacobson, RVS service manager

Dorset Home Library Service. Judy Brown, Diane Pollitt and Laurie Smith received their 15-year medals, and Laurie Smith was awarded a 20-year badge. Mrs Pollitt and Mr Smith have now retired from volunteering. The Home Library

Service is provided by Dorset Council and delivered every three weeks by RVS volunteers. It is available free of charge to anybody who loves to read but finds it difficult to get books at their local library due to health or mobility issues. It is free to join, and books and/ or talking books are chosen for each person individually, based on their personal preferences and requests.

One of the clients said: “This service has been a real lifeline for me, not being able to get to the library myself, and so loving books, and it provides someone to talk to and to visit me at least once a month.”

To find out more about receiving this service please contact Maria Jacobson, RVS service manager

Dorset Home Library Service, on 01305 236666 or e-mail maria.jacobson@ royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk, or contact your local library.

Energy support gives ‘cold comfort’

The government’s reformed energy prices support package hasn’t gone down well with local organisations representing businesses in Dorset.

Ian Girling, chief executive of Dorset Chamber, said: “The new deal on energy support offers cold comfort for businesses in Dorset.

“Although continued assistance and the 12-month duration of the scheme is welcome, the 85 per cent drop in the financial envelope of support will fall short for those who are seriously struggling – and these costs are significant enough to cause the closure of businesses.

“Clearly, the government must consider the public finances, but the correct level of support must be viewed as an investment in business to help turn the economy around and get the UK back to growth and prosperity in a critical year ahead.

“In the short to medium term, the chancellor must be ready to intervene with additional assistance should it be required, while long-term

solutions must be considered as a matter of urgency.”

Nicky Kildunne, development manager for Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight, agreed. She said: “The decision to all but eliminate help through the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) is a huge disappointment for small businesses. For those struggling, the discount through the new version of the scheme is not material. Many small firms will not be able to survive on the pennies provided through the new version of the scheme.

“The current EBRS scheme provides certainty for a small business owner over their rates, and has made a material difference to the survival of many small businesses. The replacement scheme will do neither.

“Since the onset of Covid, we’ve lost half a million small firms. Allowing more well-run businesses to go under would be a false economy. But with this absurd degraded Energy Bills Discount Scheme, it looks like we’re getting there.”

Dorset digital champions can help with gadgets

If you received a digital device for Christmas but don’t know how to use it – there is help available.

Dorset Council has a team of volunteers who provide both face-to-face and over-the-phone support to anyone who needs help with technical issues – including how to use and set up a new tablet, smartphone or laptop.

The volunteer digital champions run advice sessions at libraries and community centres across the county and man a hotline from 10am until 12 noon daily.

In Dorset, 11 per cent of residents are completely offline and another 20 per cent lack all the essential digital skills

needed to get online.

Digital champion, Julie Saunders, said: “We all need help using a computer or device at times so don’t be afraid to ask.

“Whether you want to learn something new, check that everything is working as it should or even because you are frustrated because the computer just says ‘no’, call or come and see us – we can’t promise to solve every problem, but we’ll have a very good try.”

For details, go to www. dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/ volunteer-digital-champions or call the Digital Hotline on 01305 221048 (Mon to Fri, 10am to noon).

Judy Brown with her medal

Fire station fun for Beaucroft School

Children from Portland Class at Beaucroft School in Wimborne have been able to see a fire engine with its blue lights flashing and its siren sounding and to enjoy skills games and dressing up in fire fighters’ uniforms at Springbourne Fire Station.

The day was organized by John Stein, Wessex volunteer with Variety The Children’s Charity.

Springbourne crew manager Adam Moss and fire fighter Jason Bethell welcomed the children and gave them a tour that included watching a fireman come down a long fire pole, seeing the crew’s fitness gymnasium and the kitchens and mess-room. The children were able to try on fire fighters’ uniforms and climb up into a fire engine to discover how all the equipment is stored and get a

firefighter’s view from the cab.

The pupils, aged 10 to 14, took part in various outdoor challenges including rolling up fire hoses, using a rope to haul in weights and carrying containers of water. The most exciting activity was learning how to use a fire hose.

Frances Cornelius, chairman of Variety Wessex said: “Thank you John Stein for arranging such an interesting and exciting day at Springbourne Fire Station. A big thank you to Adam Moss and Jason Bethell for looking after the children so well and giving them such incredible experiences. Their trip to your fire station gives them some wonderful memories to share with their friends and families.”

For more information about the work of Variety Wessex contact Frances Cornelius on francesaaa@aol.com

Visitors to Wimborne will receive a treat this Valentine’s Day as a thank you for supporting local businesses.

Wimborne BID will be in Wimborne Square between 11am and 1pm on Saturday 11

February, giving out Valentine’s Day cards to passers by – and each will have either a moneyoff or free gift voucher inside.

Last year, more than 200 cards were given out during the event.

Valentine’s Day treat in Wimborne Carols raise funds for mayor’s charities

Carols in the Cornmarket raised £671 for the mayor’s charities Dial-a-Ride, Walford Mill Education Trust and the UK Wild Otter Trust. For the second year running and to keep in line with a plastic free town, lanterns

placed in the Wimborne in Bloom flower towers lit up the Cornmarket while the carols took place. The event has been organised jointly by Hilda Butler and Anthony Oliver for the community since 2006.

Deans Court history

Deans Court Wimborne is the latest book by Janet K L Seal, who has written many local history books. Initially, it was commissioned by the Lottery through a large grant given to Wimborne History Festival. Much of the material in the book has never been published before as it comes from the Hanham family archives – contained in tin trunks – to which Janet had unrestricted access. Deans Court has been a central part of Wimborne since Saxon times when it was the site of a famous nunnery.

President of Wimborne Bowls Club Mike Skipp presents a cheque for £1,070 to Rae Cotton and Carol Head, fundraisers from Victoria Hospital, Wimborne.

Pupils with Adam Moss, Jason Bethell and John Stein, standing centre © Hattie Miles

Charity of the Year

Although Christmas is often portrayed in media as a time of good will and cheer, a lot of people will be impacted by the darkness that winter and the New Year can bring. The ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ is a proven method for managing mental health during everyday life and is at the heart of everything we do at Dorset Mind.

The first step is ‘connect’. This step combats loneliness and promotes self-affirmation. Connecting with others and belonging are basic human needs that are often overlooked.

The second step is ‘be active’. This step promotes physical activity. Movement of any kind and getting outdoors lowers rates of depression and anxiety among people of all ages. It doesn’t have to be strenuous either. A brisk ten-minute walk to work can work wonders.

The third step is ‘take notice’. This step promotes good selfawareness. Taking notice of the environment around you, your mood and what affects you positively and negatively can all help to raise self-awareness and reduce low mood and anxiety in the future.

Warm up at Colin’s Nest

Colin’s Nest in Poole has become a Warm Hub provider, which is part of a government scheme rolled out to offer warm and safe spaces for people during the cost-of-living crisis as energy prices continue to rise.

The community-based café, which is part of Luxury Care Group, has invited people to make use of its space to keep warm, meet up with friends or loved ones, and access energy information and advice.

Café manager Zach Foote has encouraged anyone who feels lonely or worried about rising bills to visit a Warm Hub.

Zach said: “With the cost of living continuing to rise, it’s very important

that we can offer people within our community a safe environment with heating and refreshments.

“If people are finding it difficult to heat their homes this winter, we may be able to offer some reassurance if they know they can visit us during the day for some warmth and a friendly face.”

Individuals who work remotely may also make use the community café to save costs at home.

Colin’s Nest Café is situated next to Eagles Mount Green Community residential care home. It is open from 8am until 4pm from Monday to Saturday with free parking outside and visitors can stay as long as they like during opening hours.

The fourth step is ‘learn’. This step encourages self-esteem. Learning new things, even something small, at your own pace and completing goals, however big, gives little boosts to self-esteem that can make all the difference when you really need it.

The fifth step is ‘give’. This step promotes generosity to ourselves and others. Small acts of kindness and seeing the shine of gratitude in other’s faces can be one of the most rewarding things that’s easily achieved on a day-to-day basis. A smile here or there can be all it takes to brighten everyone’s day, including your own.

Find out more about the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ to look after your mind and body here: https:// bit.ly/5WaystoWellbeing

Ferndown golfers back JTYAF

The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation has been chosen as Charity of the Year for 2023 by the ladies’ captain at Ferndown Golf Club.

Julie Richardson, ladies’ captain, said: “When I was looking for a charity to support, something about the JTYAF and the work they do with young people resonated with me. I am really looking forward to working with the JTYAF over the coming 12 months.”

Pete Thornton said: “Without the support of people like Julie and Ferndown Golf Club, the JTYAF wouldn’t be able to do the great work that it does with young people. They need our support now more than ever before.

“We can’t thank Julie and her team enough, as this partnership will make a huge difference to the opportunities that the JTYAF can provide.”

Dorset Women’s Day

There will be an event to celebrate International Women’s Day in Dorset on Sunday 5 March.

The event will take place in Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel and will feature talks, workshops and presentations, including on hypnotherapy and supporting women with endometriosis conditions. The day will culminate with a silent yoga disco. Tickets are available from www. eventbrite.co.uk/e/456177417937

Zach Foote

Celebration of trees at dementia home

Creative residents at a Poole dementia care home have celebrated the importance and beauty of trees in a hands-on seasonal nature project.

Over two months, tree-lovers who live in The Aldbury in Poole gathered and prepared fallen leaves as natural decorations to ‘dress’ the cherry, apple, oak and maple trees in the home’s gardens and courtyard.

During arts and craft sessions, the leaves were mounted on hessian bunting ready to hang outdoors. Residents also made bird feeders with a mix of seeds, gelatine and hot water.

The inspiration for

the project was the annual Tree Dressing Day, which takes place in different countries in December as autumn gives way to winter.

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The Aldbury resident Valerie Short hangs leaf bunting in the courtyard

Physio students help with local NHS waiting list

A group of Physiotherapy students from Bournemouth University and their lecturer ran a special clinic at Christchurch Hospital on 7 December to help reduce waiting times for patients with shoulder pain.

The group of 14 students joined the hospital’s musculoskeletal team for an afternoon where they were able to treat over 20 patients who had been waiting for treatment for rotator cuff

related shoulder pain.

The patients were assessed by the hospital’s specialist shoulder physiotherapist Emily Middleton and her team of upper limb physios who diagnosed their personal needs and prescribed an appropriate exercise regime.

After assessment, the students, working in pairs, took patients through the designated rehabilitation programme, overseen by their supervisor Alex Dunford, lecturer in Physiotherapy at Bournemouth University.

“Our students were fantastic and were really keen to do what they could to help people in our community,” Alex said. “We work very closely with our friends at Christchurch Hospital, who provide many of our students with work placements during their studies. I am glad we could help them tackle their waiting list.”

Bournemouth University and University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (which Christchurch Hospital is a part of) work in

partnership to the benefit of patients, students, staff and the wider community. This year, they marked the second anniversary of the partnership.

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Common myths about Osteoarthritis (OA)

By Sophie Younghusband DC, Chiropractor/Director, Wimborne Wellness Centre

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint condition, affecting 520 million people around the world. It most commonly affects the knees, hips and hands, but can affect any joint. In normal joints, hyaline cartilage covers the end of each bone. Hyaline cartilage provides a smooth, gliding surface for joint motion and acts as a cushion between the bones. In OA, the cartilage breaks down, causing pain, swelling and problems moving the joint. The odds of having osteoarthritis increase with age, but it’s a myth that the condition is an inevitable part of ageing. It’s also a myth that only older people experience symptoms.

To help you understand osteoarthritis and manage its symptoms more effectively, let’s bust four common myths about the condition.

There may be risk factors that make it more likely you will have problems with arthritis that you can influence. Being overweight increases the level of inflammation in your system. This is thought to contribute to joint changes as well as putting more strain on any affected weight-bearing joints. Losing as little as 6% of body weight has been shown to result in reduction in pain and improved function. A 25% weight loss has been shown to improve outcomes by 50%.

Myth 2 – Exercise will make osteoarthritis worse

Myth 3 – Pain equals damage

Evidence has shown that there’s no correlation between the changes that naturally occur in osteoarthritis and the symptoms that are experienced. If you feel pain, there’s still a huge opportunity for you to control your symptoms. And you can be assured that these symptoms don’t necessarily indicate further damage. Pain is a complicated sensation that is not directly related to the structural changes in your joint.

Myth 4 – Surgery is the only way

Myth

1

– Arthritis is purely due to wear and tear on your joints

The exact cause of osteoarthritis is still unclear, but it's certainly more complicated than just being due to wear and tear. It's very common to think that our joints are like our cars – the more we use them, the quicker they will wear out. Our joints are human tissue and much more complicated than this. A disease process that involves inflammation interferes with how the cartilage repairs itself, but the joint may still be able to work normally, without any symptoms.

This is potentially the most damaging misconception, and regulatory bodies actually state that exercise is one of the three core treatments for osteoarthritis. This should involve both strengthening around the affected joint and general cardiovascular exercise. Strengthening muscles around the joint can improve symptoms by protecting it. Improving general fitness can also reduce inflammation.

If you're a runner, osteoarthritis is no reason to stop. A recent study including runners and nonrunners concluded that runners were no more likely to experience symptoms associated with osteoarthritis. In fact, runners had more cartilage and less symptoms than non-runners, thought to be due to them stimulating the joint to respond to load.

This stems from the belief that no matter what you do, your osteoarthritis will get worse. Only about a third of people get worse over time and some do see improvement in their symptoms of pain and disability. Rehabilitation and exercise prescription is one of the recommended first-line treatments to advise on the right forms of exercise and ways to manage your pain. Chiropractic care is also an essential part of pain management as we can mobilise your joints and encourage fluid to move and lubricate your joints. While we can't reverse OA, we can reduce the symptoms and prevent wear and tear acceleration.

If you feel you are suffering from osteoarthritis then give us a call on 01202 604707 or email admin@ wimbornewellnesscentre.co.uk to see how we can help you.

Recently I have been treating Osteoarthritis (OA) a lot in clinic. I have noticed some of the old misconceptions around arthritis are still out there, so I have chosen to write this article in order to set the record straight.

Alderney Hospital receives national recognition

Staff at Alderney Hospital in Poole have been honoured for providing patients with ‘dignity and peace’ in the final stages of life.

Three wards have been reaccredited by the national Gold Standards Framework (GSF), earning the Quality

Hallmark Award for their outstanding end-of-life care during the Covid-19 pandemic.

As well as Guernsey Ward, which cares for people with physical health issues, Herm and St Brelades became the first local mental health wards to receive accreditation

since 2018 – with St Brelades also scooping the Ward of the Year award.

Alderney Hospital was one of 75 hospitals, care homes, hospices, primary care practices, retirement villages and domiciliary care agencies from around the UK to receive the prestigious quality hallmark at the GSF Conference and Awards in London.

Acute Mental Health Inpatient services manager at Dorset HealthCare, David Porter, said: “This accreditation is fantastic news. It acknowledges our teams’ dedication to giving patients and their families the best possible care and experience, with people living out their final days in dignity and peace, supported by state-of-the-art facilities.

“An additional congratulations goes to St Brelades for winning Ward of the Year – an

Dorset nurse wins prestigious award

Nurse Josie Roberts has been recognised for the exceptional care she gives her young patients.

The children’s nurse at University Hospitals Dorset has won The Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Award.

Josie said: “It means the world to me to get this award. The community team does excellent work and my role is to help keep staff, children and families safe. This award gives the whole community team a massive boost and I am honoured to receive it. I can’t wait to see what exciting work the team does next.”

Josie was nominated by colleagues and the families she works closely with for her leadership of the team and dedication to those she supports.

The Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Award for Outstanding Service is awarded by the Queens Nursing Institute to community nurses who provide exceptional care to

their patients and demonstrate a continuing passion and enthusiasm for nursing.

Josie is clinical lead for the community nursing team, with a base at Poole Hospital. The team aims to support children within their family environment, by minimising hospital admission and ensuring if they do need to stay in hospital, they can go home quickly.

They work closely with schools, GPs, hospices, social services, occupational therapists and physiotherapists.

astonishing achievement which highlights the team’s hard work and commitment.

“The accreditation and award demonstrate what excellent teams we have at the hospital, and the fantastic care and facilities we provide for our palliative, end-of-life patients and their families. The ward teams are a credit to the hospital, and I am extremely proud of them all.”

Josie Roberts with her award

Award ceremony L-R: Giorgia Costabile, Charli Patrick, Cherie Folkard and Caitlin Day

Meet the professionals

Whether you have a limited budget or spare time on your hands, trying to take on the lion’s share of a large household job or important paperwork can become a millstone around your neck. Sometimes, it really does pay to bring in the professionals – the people who are qualified to carry out those jobs and will get them

done for you in a much shorter time frame and with minimal fuss. And once you’ve taken into account the cost of your time, and the reduction in the stress involved, chances are, you’ll be relieved you decided to outsource those tasks.

On occasions, you may know you need someone qualified in a specific field, but not necessarily know how to start looking for that person, or who to choose amongst a list of Internet search results.

Karen at Dorset View spoke to established professionals, who told us about their field of business and how they provide a service that meets the needs of their customers and clients. From health services and vets, to financial services and solicitors, these companies have longstanding reputations – and now is your chance to meet the people behind the brands.

Meet the professionals

With 20 years in the publishing industry you can rely on Pulford Publicity

To advertise in Dorset View and Viewpoint – two of the area’s most popular community magazines – and a variety of other publications including Dorset Business Focus, speak to the professionals who care about the industry.

CORRESPONDENCE

To express your opinion or ideas about the community send your letters to letters@dorsetview.co.uk

A note of appreciation

Your Dorset View and Viewpoint magazines, which myself and every one else find very well presented and written, are extremely useful to let us all know what’s happening in our area. Also appreciated are articles giving tips as to how we can improve our lives. So, bravo to your teams and a big Thank You!

Iris Smith Ferndown

The 1921 census

Dorset Family History Society is really excited to let everyone know that they can now access the 1921 census at our research centre Treetops. The census was released by Find My Past last January and up until now has only been available to Find My Past personal subscribers initially on a PAYG basis or by upgrading your personal subscription. However, the society is now able to provide access at Treetops. With our research sessions at Treetops priced at just £3 per visit, you can view as many 1921 entries as you like. All visitors also have the benefit of access to our other research facilities with volunteers available to help if needed. Pre-booking is required, to make sure we can allocate a PC to you. To book, use the online contact form on our website or call Treetops on 01202 785623 during our opening hours. Treetops is open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 10am to 3pm and is located at Suite 5, Stanley House, 3 Fleets Lane, Poole BH15 3AJ. We look forward to seeing you there!

Shirley Robinson Dorset Family History Society

Lions Food Parcels - a sign of the times

The annual delivery of Christmas food parcels to local people was made in mid-December by Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club. A parcel is in fact a shopping bag containing 25 or so nonperishable different food items.

Whereas we normally supply about 80 parcels, this year the demand went up to over 120, reflecting the current cost of living crisis.

Club members filled bags with items from bulk supplies purchased from local supermarkets. The recipients had been identified by local social services, Citizens Advice Bureau or GPs as people for whom the parcels will be of most benefit.

This year the bags were divided into two lists, for individuals and for families, with the family bags having correspondingly larger versions of the items.

The split was two thirds family, one third individual.

The club would like to give a big thank you to the Ferndown Guides for the use of their hall for the parcels assembly.

Ron Neave Wimborne and Ferndown Lions Club

Ferndown Probus Club

Now is an excellent time to meet new people and make new friends. Why not join our members for lunch each month at the Dudsbury Golf Club, Hotel & Spa? Good food, good company and interesting speakers, just what you have been waiting for!

Ferndown PROBUS is a members’ club for retired or semi-retired professional men and our aim is to create a positive ambience of fellowship, friendship and fun.

We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at the Brabant Function Room, Dudsbury Golf Club, Hotel & Spa, Ferndown commencing at 12 noon. Meetings are centred around a two-course lunch, followed by a talk given by invited speakers covering a diverse range of subjects. Many of our ladies meet for a more informal gathering in the Spikes Bar at the same venue at the same time or arrange to meet at an alternative location.

A coffee morning is also held at the Brabant Function Room on the second Wednesday of each month for our members and their partners to enjoy a relaxed and sociable get together.

Other social gatherings and events are arranged throughout the year in accordance with member interest.

New members will be made most welcome. More detailed information about the club can be found on our website: www.ferndownprobusclub.org

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder…

By Waggy Tails Rescue www.waggytails.org.uk

Here at Waggy Tails, we know that all our dogs are beautiful souls. We firmly believe that there is someone out there just waiting to give each and every one of them a loving forever home; from our graceful and sometimes goofy lurchers to our busy terriers and our gentle, big boys like Duke and Zeus.

We see their personalities develop and thrive… like hunk of the month Bruno, a twoyear-old bulldog, who is incredibly affectionate.

Hoobie and Pip would love a home together and will sing sweet songs if you cuddle them right. Our gorgeous Lily loves her cuddles and to be told how very, very beautiful she is. Buddy is a typical goofy youngster, sometimes shy, sometimes crazy happy as he shows you how special you are. Duke is our stately charming gentleman very affectionate and calm around people. Perhaps you would prefer Robbie, who loves to play and is a grooming/massage monster; or Willow, a

sophisticated, refined young lady who enjoys a cuddle once she knows you. For those with heaps of energy, you should meet Rolo, an eightmonth-old explosion of love and energy. And if you have a caring nature, how about Winnie, our sweet cairn cross who is hoping to meet somebody who will see past her physical challenges.

There are other dogs waiting to meet Mr Right, Mrs Right… or the family Right! Please do look at our website and it may be the beginning of a beautiful new friendship.

We are always looking for foster homes for our dogs, and small furry animals, so if you are interested, please call the office for further details. You can also support Waggy Tails by shopping at our Turbury Road shop – we have a wide range of clothing, shoes and bags, books, CDs, toys and games, homewares for the whole house, along with dog and animal items. Do pay a visit at 9 Turbury Road, Ferndown, BH22 8AW.

Waggy Tails Rescue, Helen's House, 143 Magna Road, Wimborne BH21 3AW. | Tel: 01202 875000

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Dorset Stour barbel research initiative

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Agency has

Anglers at the historic Throop fishery near Hurn, Bournemouth, had reported a decline in barbel catches

and the Angling Association approached the Environment Agency for help in finding the cause of the fall in numbers.

Significant habitat improvements have been made at the fishery over previous years to improve spawning areas and juvenile and adult habitat after dredging in the 1970s.

The three-year study began at the fishery in December, with the restocking of 200 two-year-old barbel.

The juvenile barbel, which were reared at the Environment Agency’s National Coarse Fish Farm in Calverton, near Nottingham, have been tagged with passive electronic tags, similar to those used to chip dogs and cats. These chips are individual to the fish and

Diffusers pose risk

By Lynwood Vets

Scent diffusers in the home have become very popular over the last few years – but these can pose a risk to pets, and many owners may not be aware of this.

Reed diffusers pose the most significant risk for acute toxic exposures. If these oils are ingested, they can cause significant burns to the inside of a pet’s mouth as well as to the lining of their oesophagus and stomach. This may particularly apply to cats, as they are more inclined to knock reed diffusers over due to curiosity, often leading to oil on their coats, which they then groom to remove.

Steam or puff diffusers are less of a risk for acute exposures, but possibly pose more of a risk on a long-term basis. This is because very small droplets of the scent oils are expelled with the steam/ puffs. These may land on pets passing through the room or on surfaces throughout the room, and can then be picked up by

pets walking on these surfaces. Cats, again, may be at more risk of ingestion here, as they groom their coats using their tongue, resulting in ingestion of these small droplets.

Diffusers using pure essential oils are far more dangerous than shop-bought scents – these tend to be more dilute and synthetic, rather than true oils. If you’re concerned your pet may have ingested such oils please contact your vet straight away.

will hopefully last for the entire lifetime of the fish.

Environment Agency fisheries officer Jim Allan, said: “Using pit tags in this way gives us a great opportunity to monitor the barbel movements over a number of years, and give input back to the club.

“Anglers can scan the fish they catch and track their movement. The data will provide valuable information on the validity of stocking and longer term information on growth rates and survival.”

December was a good time to introduce the fish into rivers, as it enabled them to acclimatise to their new surroundings, ahead of their spawning season in the spring.

The project has been joint-funded through the

Environment Agency Fishery Improvement Programme, which reinvests rod licence income to improve or develop fisheries and increase understanding of fisheries management.

pets and wildlife / an animals eyes speak a poweful language.

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teamed up with Ringwood and District Angling Association to research declining barbel fish numbers in the River Stour’s Throop fishery.

Starting a job search New Year New Team New Opportunities

applying to. Turn to page 28 for tips on preparing a stand out CV.

Careers quizzes online can suggest roles that may suit you. It’s worth looking around as the progression in technology means there are plenty of new roles that didn’t exist 20, or even 10, years ago.

Gone are the days when most jobs would be advertised in the local paper – although most will still have an online version. Nowadays, most jobs are advertised online and an Internet search will bring up plenty of job websites.

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STARS Dorset is delighted to have expanded its volunteer team by appointing two new staff members as volunteer and community engagement officers, Harriet Rynor and Emily Brooks.

If you're looking for a new career and it's been a while since you searched for a job, here are some tips to get you started.

Review your CV and bring it up to date, highlighting your achievements, employment history and education history. Including personal interests can demonstrate additional skills and show you’re a good fit for companies you’re

If you are missing skills that are holding you back from getting your dream job, you can upskill. The government offers some free courses that qualify you for jobs in specific industries, and many are available online. To find out more, visit www.gov.uk/ guidance/free-coursesfor-jobs. If even getting online is a problem for you, Dorset Council’s Digital Champions can help. You can call them on 01305 221048.

You can also approach a recruitment agency. They’ll get to know you and what you’re looking for, and can match you with the right employer, either for temporary or permanent roles.

You should research companies you’d like to work for. Larger companies will have a page dedicated to vacancies in their organisation on their website. If there’s a company you particularly want to work for, you could contact them ‘on spec’ to see if there is an opening in your desired field.

Volunteers are incredibly important to STARS Dorset’s success, and the organisation is developing new roles to help support its growing service. Emily will be supporting the counselling volunteers while Harriet will be supporting the support line, admin, social media, fundraising and events volunteers.

STARS Dorset has many different opportunities for people to help the service and one popular event is the Sky Dive for STARS Challenge which is taking place in July. If you interested in taking on this challenge, please head to www.goskydive.com/dorset-rapecrisis-support-centre/ to book your slot for STARS Sky Dive on Friday 14 July 2023.

If you want any more information about how you can get involved please visit the STARS website www.starsdorset.org/Pages/ FAQs/Category/volunteer-roles or email volunteering@starsdorset.org

Do you care about nature and wildlife and what legacy we will leave future generations?

Animals’ Voice has an urgent appeal to members of the public who, in the coming year, may have free time to support their work, either by becoming a dedicated trustee or volunteer, supporting a future project setting up a wildlife and

educational rescue centre at Animals’ Voice’s property in Fordingbridge. If you are compassionate about animals and feel you can lend your support, helping to protect wildlife by means of rescue and education, please get in touch.

See the Animals’ Voice advertisement below for contact details.

Do you have what it takes to become a Morebus driver?

If you know you can deliver great customer service then you could be just who Morebus is looking for. Local knowledge of the area would be an advantage.

Morebus has full time and part time vacancies for non-licence holders, as full training will be given. Morebus depots are based in Poole, Bournemouth, Swanage, Ringwood and Lymington and the company will always try to accommodate your request of where you want to be based.

You will start on £11.50 per hour from the first day of your training or induction period, increasing to £13.00 per hour once you are driving solo.

Morebus is looking for individuals who have the following:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Friendly and smart appearance

• A car driving licence with UK driving experience

• Flexibility to work shifts

• PCV licence is not essential as Morebus can teach you how to drive

Why choose Morebus?

• Free travel on all Go South Coast services for you and a nominee

• Stable, long term employment at a competitive rate of pay

• Paid comprehensive training programme with experienced instructors

• Progression as you gain experience in addition to providing inflationary pay rises

• A career where every day is different; both challenging and rewarding

• Discounts and perks at shops, cinemas and health clubs

• Professional uniform provided

• Excellent holiday entitlement with some flexible working available

• Common start and finish point for your day’s work

Red Lentil Coconutty Dahl

Serves 4 | Prep time: 10 mins | Cooking time: 25mins

This dahl recipe from www.watercress.co.uk ticks lots of boxes – it’s easy to make, is filling and nourishing and will freeze so is perfect for batch cooking, so you have something to grab on the days you’re too busy to cook. It’s also reasonably cheap to make, and you’ll likely find most of the ingredients in your store cupboard.

Ingredients

250g red lentils

400g chopped tomatoes

400ml coconut milk

80g bag watercress, spinach and rocket, chopped

300g white rice

2tbsp curry powder

1 red onion, chopped

Oil

Method

In a deep, frying pan, gently fry the red onion in a little oil until soft. Add the curry powder and the lentils, allowing them to soak up any leftover oil and plenty of flavour.

Add the chopped tomatoes and coconut milk and allow to simmer for about 15 mins.

Meanwhile, cook your rice as you usually would. Add the chopped salad leaves to the dhal and allow to wilt while you plate your rice, then serve up and enjoy.

This recipe can be adapted to taste – if you prefer things a little spicier, use a hot curry powder or add some chilli flakes.

Store cupboard staples

A well-stocked store cupboard, full of essential or commonly used ingredients, means you can easily rustle up a quick and nutritious meal. Using these types of ingredients also helps to reduce food waste, as most have a long shelf life, and can reduce your food bill too.

Types of food to have in your pantry include: tinned tomatoes; tinned and dried beans and pulses; dried pasta, rice and cous cous; potatoes; onions; tinned oily fish, such as tuna, salmon or sardines; eggs; baking goods such as flour, sugar, rolled oats, baking powder and baking soda;

tinned and dried fruit; cooking oil; and herbs and spices.

In your freezer, keep frozen fruit and vegetables and sliced bread – these can be quickly defrosted and used as needed.

Milk, cheese and yogurt are fridge staples that can be added to many dishes. While their shelf life is not as long as dry goods, they’re useful to have on hand.

Once you have your larder well-stocked, you can get creative, trying new recipes, or fall back on old favourites. And if you have leftovers, don’t forget to freeze them so next time, you have a homemade ready meal waiting for you.

Feast of Fiddles to play at the Tivoli

Exclusive interview

By Marilyn Barber with Marion Fleetwood, the only female member of the band newseditor@dorsetview.co.uk

There will be a lot of top class musicians on the stage of the Tivoli on Tuesday 21 March when the Feast of Fiddles brings their spring tour to the Wimborne theatre.

Founded in 1994 by Hugh Crabtree, who plays the melodeon as well as compering the show, the impressive line up includes just one woman, Marion Fleetwood, who spoke to Dorset View

Marion is very familiar with Wimborne as, in the past, she has played at the Allendale Centre as part of the Wimborne Folk Festival in addition to some gigs at the Olive Branch.

Marion, who is classically trained, has also performed with Wessex Acoustics in Blandford and at Swanage Folk Festival.

“I started to play the violin at the age of nine, so I was really a late starter,” she said.

After university, she played in a jazz band, entering the folk world when she was 30.

Marion, who in addition to the violin plays viola, cello and guitar and is also a singer, is a very much in demand musician, as she also plays with four other bands – TRADarrr, IOTA, The Sandy Denny Project and Fleetwood Cave, in addition to being a session musician.

Before Marion joined, Feast of Fiddles had been all male.

“For some reason, it just

hadn’t happened. I played with them as a full member of the band last year and hopefully I’ve proved my worth. We’ve all known each other for years.

“I saw Feast of Fiddles on stage in 2000 and said then that if ever I get good enough to play with them I shall be so happy.”

In addition to Marion, the band includes Peter Knight (Gigspanner, Steeleye Span), Brian McNeill (Battlefield Band), Ian Cutler (Bully Wee), Tom Leary (Joe Brown band) and Garry Blakeley (Band of Two) who add the large range of fiddle playing styles to the rock back-line of guitars, keyboards, sax and accordion – all held together by legendary drummer Dave Mattacks.

So what sort of music can the audience expect to hear?

“English, Scottish and Irish folk music – but rocked up,” Marion said. “We’re not a traditional folk group and we each bring new material to the tour. This is a band of friends that puts on a show of huge dynamic range performed with passion, joy and a liberal dose of fun.”

And yes, in case you are wondering if Marion is related to Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac – she is a distant cousin.

Tickets for the concert are available from the Tivoli box office on 01202 885566.

COMPETITION

Bring the Heat!

The hip shaking smash hit Bring the Heat! Is coming to Lighthouse, Poole, on Saturday 8 April at 7.30pm, and Dorset View has teamed up with producers Veritas Entertainment to give you the chance to win a pair of tickets to this high energy show.

This new show from the house that brought you Disco Inferno and multi award-winning Walk Like A Man is a 90s and 00s Latin spectacular live on stage.

Be thrilled by incredible vocals, high energy and slick choreography by some of the world’s leading Latin artists featuring anthems such as Ricky Martin’s She Bangs, and Let’s Get Loud, Hips Don’t Lie, Bamboleo, Livin La Vida Loca, Despacito, Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, Whenever, Wherever and Hero.

Simply answer the question below and you could be in with a chance of winning.

Among the hits featured in Bring The Heat! is ‘She Bangs’. Who was the original recording artist?

To buy tickets contact the venue box office: 01202 280000 www.lighthousepoole.co.uk

How to enter

You can enter online at www.dorsetview.co.uk or send your answer to the address on page three of this magazine. Closing date is 19 February 2023. The first correct answer drawn will be the winner. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd, Lighthouse, Poole and Veritas Entertainment Ltd are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final. Personal details will be stored securely and will only be processed to determine the winners. Winners will be announced in the magazine and their name and phone number will be passed to the venue or the promoters for the purposes of allocating the tickets.

Any change in Government guidelines can affect details on this page –please check with the venue for the latest information

Details were correct at the time of going to print. Send information about your events to newseditor@dorsetview.co.uk

1 February 2pm

Lytchett and Upton Floral Club host a demonstration by Elizabeth Witcombe at CJs in Lytchett Minster. Further details 01929 553697.

1 February 12noon

Ferndown Probus Club meets at the Brabant Function Room, Dudsbury Golf Club, Ferndown on the first Wednesday of each month. New members welcome. Further details from Alan Stevens, 01202 876826, or email: alan_stevens@talk21.com 3, 4 and 5 February

Colehill Music and Drama present Mother Goose at Colehill Village Hall. Proceeds to Wimborne Food Bank. Tickets from www. ticketsource.co.uk/comad

4 February 10.30am

West Moors Horticultural Society road wardens’ coffee morning at the Memorial Hall. Details Sue Hamlett on 01202 871536.

5 February 3pm

Echea String Quartet recital for the Bournemouth Chamber Music Society in Kimmeridge House, Bournemouth University, Fernbarrow, BH12 5BB. Tickets £20. Age 8-25 free. www. bournemouthchambermusic. co.uk or at the door.

5 February 7pm-10pm

The Wessex Friends meets at The Cobham Flight Refuelling Sports & Social Club at Merley with a talk/display entitled ‘Under Cover Agent’ by Hazel Wilson. Details email derekabaker@hotmail.co.uk

7-9 and 15-19 February

12noon-4pm

Snowdrop days in aid of Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance at 10, Ryan Close, Ferndown, BH22 9TP. Small urban garden with over 130 named snowdrops. Limited bulbs for sale.

8 February 7.30pm

East Dorset Antiquarian Society meets at St Catherine’s Church, Wimborne for a talk by Neil Meldrum on Ancient China. www. dorset-archaeology.org.uk

11 February 2.15pm

The Dorset branch of the World Ship Society meets at The Centre, Ferndown, BH22 8XH for a talk on ‘Favourite ferry trips from the Golden Era in Scandinavia 19851999’. Email: info@shipsdorset. org or see www.shipsdorst.org.

11 February 5.30pm

AFC Bournemouth plays Newcastle United at the Vitality Stadium, Kings Park.

11 and 12 February

Bournemouth Model Railway Exhibition at the Hamworthy Club, Canford Magna. Saturday 10-5pm, Sunday 10-4pm.

11 February 3pm

Wimborne Town Football Club at home to Melksham Town.

13 February 7.30pm

Ferndown French Circle meets at The Centre, Ferndown BH22 8XH for an illustrated talk (exceptionally in English) about The Impressionists by Jack Wotherspoon. More info 07799550944 or www. ferndownfrenchcircle.org.uk

13 February 7.30pm

Wimborne Rotary presents Jazz at the Allendale Community Centre. Admission is free, with tickets on the door, which opens at 7pm.

15 February 6.30pm-9pm

Bournemouth Big Band, Swing and Jazz Club meets downstairs in Kinson Community Centre. £3 inc refreshments. Details from www.bournemouthjazzclub.org

16-18 February

Wimborne Musical Theatre presents I Love you, You’re Perfect, Now Change at the Allendale Centre. Tickets from www. theallendale.org/box-office

18 February

Fordingbridge Twinning Association Murder Mystery Evening. Details from Alison or Derek Ayling, on 01425 650770, or email: Hippotrain@BTInternet.com

18 February 12noon

Wimborne Repair Café at Wimborne Methodist Church, 4a, King Street, BH21 1DY. Repairs free of charge but donations welcome. Contact wimbornrrepaircafe@gmail.com to let them know you are coming.

20 February 7.30pm

Colehill Floral Arrangement Club. Colehill Village Hall, Cannon Hill Road with a demonstration by Liz Witcomb. Meetings every 3rd Monday. Visitors welcome £5. Contact 01202 610902.

21 February 10am-1.30pm

An introduction to Lino Cut Printmaking at the Museum of East Dorset. https:// museumofeastdorset.co.uk/ project/printmaking-linocutworkshop-february/

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February 8pm

Julian Orbach will talk about ‘The Buildings of Wiltshire, rewriting Pevsner’ to Wimborne Civic Society at the Quarterjack Room in the Allendale Centre. Members £1, visitors £3.

22 February 7 for 7.30pm

Wimborne Community Theatre fundraising quiz at Colehill Sports and Social Club, 108, Wimborne Road, Colehill. Entrance fee includes buffet. For details and to book contact Barbara Hart on barbarahart414@gmail. com or 01202 884201.

Colehill group to stage Mother Goose

Once again, Co.MaD’s (Colehill Music and Drama) panto production will be raising funds for a local charity – this year, the beneficiary is Wimborne Food Bank.

In addition, local Scouts and Guides will benefit from providing refreshments.

Mother Goose is being staged at the Village Hall on Friday 3 February at 7.30pm,

Saturday 4 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm and Sunday 5 February at 2.30pm.

Mother Goose is a kindly lady, but unfortunately too vain and silly to escape the plans and tricks of the local evil Baron. Her accidentprone son ‘Lucky’ Jim and his much brighter sister Jill must gather their wits to save the village from the Baron’s various nefarious ruses. They have the villagers themselves on their side, as well as a feisty fairy. But will that all be enough to stop Mother Goose from making a fool of herself and giving away the very special goose that lays golden eggs? Probably not.

This is an entertainment for all the family, and a good community cause to support in the process.

Tickets available from https://www.ticketsource. co.uk/comad

Flipping fun for all ages

Get your pans at the ready! Viewpoint/Dorset View magazines will once again provide a prize for the adult winner of the Wimborne Minster Pancake Race, which takes place on Tuesday 21 February.

The venue is, as always, outside the main north porch entrance to the minster and the first race will commence at 11am as the Pancake Bell is tolled. Competitors will be required to run round the minster, tossing their pancakes at the four corners of the church.

All competitors should report to the north porch by 10.30am to enrol, complete with frying pan and ready cooked pancake. Anyone can enter; male or female, young or old, individuals, schools, groups and organisations.

All are most welcome.

The over-18 winner will also receive the John Loader Memorial Cup, presented by Martyn and Kathy Curtler, and become the Minster Pancake Champion 2023.

There will also be races for the under 18s. Depending on the number of entries, these will again be spilt into three age ranges four-9, 9-13 and 13-18. Likewise, there will be races for pre-schools and toddlers and those using wheelchairs. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of each category.

Get yourself into training for the big day and pick up an entry form from the minster or the Parish Office in Church House, (next to the minster) or just turn up in the day and have some fun.

A total of 500 people took part in a quarter marathon race around Broadstone on New Year’s Day and raised £3,000.

The race, now in its 37th year, is organised by YMCA Bournemouth in collaboration with The Poole Runners.

All funds raised go towards facilities and equipment for

YMCA Bournemouth’s sports and leisure centre – The Junction in Broadstone – which welcomed more than 3,000 new adult members last year.

This year’s donations will contribute towards new steps to help improve accessibility to the centre’s popular swimming pool.

Co.MaD’s musical director John Dickins presents a cheque for £500 from last year’s pantomime, Robin Hood, to Michelle Ormiston of Going for Bust, the local breast cancer charity

Alex Legg, The Junction’s manager-on-duty with race director Penny Jarvis

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Bournemouth Bay Run 2023

This year’s Bournemouth Bay Run will take place on 2 April and whether you are a seasoned professional or progressing with Couch to 5k, there’s a distance suitable for runners of all ages and experience levels.

Set against the backdrop of Bournemouth’s famous sevenmile stretch of golden sand, the Bournemouth Bay Run

celebrates 40 years of races by the bay and runners are encouraged to wear 80s’ fancy dress to mark the milestone.

All of the 4,500 runners are encouraged to run for one of the chosen charities which this year are Lewis Manning and Dorset Mind.

Sign up now by visiting bournemouthbayrun.co.uk.

An entertaining day of musical theatre

Phoenix Musical Theatre will be presenting a concert of musical theatre hits at Ferndown Village Hall on Saturday 11 March at 2.30pm or 7.30pm.

‘Let me Entertain You’ will feature music and dance numbers from The Greatest Showman, Chicago, Heathers, Les Miserables, among others.

Seating will be cabaret style seating, and audience members can bring their own refreshments, or buy them on site.

Tickets are priced at £8 and can be bought online from www.ticketsource. co.uk/phoenixshow

Artsreach springs back

Village halls, pubs and other community spaces across Dorset will host a variety of entertainment from Artsreach in the spring.

Thanks to the support of the Arts Council England and Dorset Council, a total of 29 artists and companies will perform 59 live dates in 42 rural communities.

Music lovers can enjoy a medley of styles and genres from both national and international musicians.

Artsreach will continue their partnership with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, bringing a trio of flute, harp and cello to rural venues across the county, plus a 14-piece chamber ensemble to Swanage.

Theatregoers can

expect the usual mayhem with comedies, classic monologues, playful and political theatre, plus immersive and physical theatre.

Expect two silent movies. George Egg is back with Set Menu; the best bits, the most delicious jokes, and the funniest food cooked live on stage.

There’s dancing too and plenty for families to see during February half term.

Artsreach also continue the series of Inn Crowd performances in rural pubs.

Visit www.artsreach. co.uk or pick up a copy of the programme from libraries and tourist information centres.

Laura Stock from Ferndown was the lucky winner of the competition to win a family ticket to see Cinderella at the Regent Centre in December’s Dorset View. The correct answer was Prince Charming.

Cost challenges for vehicle repairers

Successful drink driving campaign

According to a survey by The Motor Ombudsman, rising operational costs, taxes and energy prices will all contribute to financial pressure on vehicle repairers. The prices of car parts have also increased due to shortages and inflation.

In addition, the cost of living crisis has resulted in more people delaying essential vehicle repairs and maintenance work, which is also affecting

business income.

Despite the increase in operating costs, around half of the garages surveyed said they would not be looking to charge higher prices to their customers.

However, nearly half of the garages (44 per cent) surveyed plan to invest in EV training for staff during 2023, whilst around a quarter (23 per cent) are looking to install new or additional charging points at their premises.

During the campaign, Dorset Police recorded 85 arrests, of which 57 were on suspicion of drink driving, 22 on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs, and six on suspicion of failing to provide a sample for analysis. Some drivers were arrested on suspicion of multiple offences.

The campaign ran from 1 December until 1 January. Compared to the equivalent period the previous year, there were 25 fewer arrests made.

Of the 57 people arrested on suspicion of drink driving related offences, 44 were men and 13 were women. The youngest was 18 years old and the oldest was 70, with the average age of those arrested being 55 years old.

For suspected drug driving related offences, the driver was asked to complete a roadside swab. If this swab was positive, they were arrested and a blood sample was taken at custody for analysis. These bloods are being examined before any potential charges are brought.

Of the 22 people arrested on suspicion of drug driving related offences, 19 were men and three were women. The youngest was 20 years old and the oldest was 70, with the average age of those arrested being 32 years old.

During the campaign, people out celebrating were encouraged to plan how to get home without driving. In addition, more than 30 venues across the county offered free soft drinks to a group’s designated driver.

Superintendent Chris Naughton, of the specialist operations department, said:

“Too many people who are otherwise law-abiding citizens, fail to consider the untold devastation that drink and drug driving can cause – those arrested were not necessarily your ‘usual’ suspects.

“Our figures show a 23 per cent reduction in the number of arrests this year versus last year, showing our relentless pursuit of criminality is working and our crime prevention message is getting through to drivers.

“This year, we continued to place a greater emphasis on encouraging those planning a night out to think about how they’re getting home. I would like to thank the venues that took part in our ‘Lift Legend’ campaign for their support in helping to keep their customers and wider road users safe.

“In the past I have been the person knocking on the door to inform relatives that their loved one has been killed as a result of a motorist who thinks it is okay to get behind the wheel while under the influence. This is something that I do not want my team to have to do during the festive period, or any other time of year.

“As in previous years, I would like to thank those members of the public who called us to report a drink driver. Our enforcement efforts will of course continue all year round and intelligence from the public is invaluable in keeping Dorset’s roads safe.”

If you suspect someone of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please dial 999 immediately with the vehicle information and direction of travel.

Dorset Police’s annual Christmas campaign against drink and drug driving showed a decrease in the number of people driving under the influence over the holiday season.

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PC Chris Brolan holding a drug wipe test kit and a drink drive breathalyser

Place a bowl of oranges on your kitchen worktop

Feng shui in the home

By Janine Pulford

We know that our surroundings greatly affect our energy so it goes without saying that if our surroundings are in harmony, our lives should absorb that harmonious energy.

Chi is described as the purest energy that arises out of consciousness, awareness and stillness –through you into your body and all expressions of life. The practice of improving your chi is connected with the philosophy of feng shui.

Feng shui is said to be associated with health, good luck and prosperity.

Mouth of chi

An important aspect of feng shui is the main door to your house or to a room. It’s called the ‘mouth of chi’ and is thought to be the portal through which energy comes into your home and life.

Feng shui teaches us that it is best if you can see the door in a room from the

Bowl of oranges: symbol of prosperity

sitting position at your home office desk, or when lying in your bed in your bedroom, or when you’re cooking at the stove in the kitchen. If this isn’t possible, you can place a mirror so you can see the door in the reflection.

Keep entrances clear of clutter

Another feng shui teaching is that you should keep the entrance to your house and front door clean and clear

of clutter. This is a pretty basic and common sense suggestion, yet we do need to be reminded of the benefits. It’s easy to stuff an entrance hall with boots, umbrellas, coats and bags. Tidy it up and clear away what you don’t need and you will straight away feel a difference. Your entrance hall will give off a new energy, feel brighter, lighter and more welcoming.

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Translated from Chinese, feng shui literally means ‘wind water’. It has its roots in Taoism and Buddhism and teaches us how to achieve harmony with our environment.

Quick tips to create good feng shui

• Add mirrors in the house, for instance in the dining room to reflect your table and symbolise increased wealth

• A bowl of oranges on the kitchen worktop will symbolise prosperity in your life

• Add healthy plants in attractive pots to help your wealth flourish. If any die, replace them straight away to keep your wealth growing

• Air your space by opening windows to allow airflow. Chi can have a negative effect when it gets stuck or blocked

• Shake out your pillows and blankets to clear any negativity

• Stay neutral. If you feel overwhelmed by life, stick with neutral colours in the home and avoid rich, dark colours. However, the colour green is said to stimulate creativity, growth and expansion

• Keep valuable items

like silver and china in the dining room to represent the continuing accumulation of wealth

Feng

shui don’ts in the home

• Don’t block doors. Make sure your doors can open a minimum of 90 degrees

• Don’t overfill wardrobes and cupboards. Let go of clothing you don’t need and any unnecessary items

• Don’t hoard broken objects. They can become obstacles in your life so get rid of them

• Don’t hang artwork too low. It can bring down your mood. Keep artwork straight, not crooked

• Don’t let your windows get dirty. Keep them clean to allow light and joy into your life

• Don’t store things under the bed. You need air flowing around you while you’re sleeping. If you have no option but to use the space for storage make sure the items are soft like bed linen and pillows. Do not store sharp objects or mementos from past

relationships under the bed

• Don’t leave your lavatory seat up as this symbolises flushing your wealth down the pan

Activate your new lucky energy

If you are committed to the teachings of feng shui you could try to activate your new lucky energy by choosing a day, such as your birthday and writing a list of nine wishes between the hours of 11am and 1pm (the most yang hours of the day) on a sheet of red paper using a newly purchased black pen. Read your list aloud, sign it, fold the sheet and place it in a red envelope and secure it above the front door inside your home. You may be able to invoke the energy of these wishes every time you walk through the front door so they may manifest in your life. This lucky energy tip was found at mindbodygreen.com.

As well as using feng shui to improve your home, you can use it in the garden, in fashion, in your car, during

spring cleaning, to attract love and romance and in pregnancy. The uses of this ancient practice appear to be endless. There are even feng shui tips to fatten your bank account, but I’ll leave you to research that one for yourself.

A garden plan

By Karen Wyatt-Epapara

In a fit of unaccustomed pre-planning (I usually tend to undertake projects more on a whim), I’ve started researching ways to make my garden more efficient this year.

In the past, I’ve planted randomly, with equally random results. But I have learnt some lessons along the way.

I now know that five courgette plants is far too many for our family of four – and possibly the whole village, given how hard it was to give away the excess. A similar excess of tomatoes is more than welcome though, as I cook and freeze them to use instead of tinned tomatoes during the winter.

My strawberry patch is growing thanks to a donation of plants by a neighbour, and I’m already salivating thinking about my future harvest. A raspberry stand has started taking over, so I need to relocate it. I’m

reluctant to cull it though, as I love being able to pop out and pick juicy berries for my breakfast each day.

Last year, I grew plants from seed. I proudly planted them out, and promptly lost my peas to a late frost and cucumbers to rampaging slugs and snails. My courgettes failed to thrive and some of my chard quickly ran to seed.

Not to be deterred, I headed to the market and bought seedlings, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Sweetcorn, new courgettes and cucumbers all took off and produced plenty of goodies over the summer. Alongside the remaining chard, peppers, tomatoes, onions and lettuce,

it was not a bad harvest.

However, I know that, to maximise my small garden plot this year, a plan is needed.

Even with my limited knowledge (and equally limited garden space), I know that there is always something to do in the garden if you want to get the best returns. Especially in winter, I need a list of things to do each month, so have been scouring gardening websites for hints and tips. While not exhaustive, my tasks for this month are:

• Move the raspberry stand then fertilise with sulphate of potash fertiliser

• Weed the vegetable beds and cover with garden compost

• Sow mustard and cress seeds inside on a warm windowsill

• Check old seeds by leaving them to germinate on damp kitchen paper

• Sort out gardening equipment so it is ready for use in spring

I’ve also unearthed some interesting information, which may well be helpful.

• Fat ball feeders encourage blue tits, which forage for overwintering pests

• Snails overwinter in pots and corners – searching them out early will reduce populations

• Fleece or cloches placed over strawberry plants can encourage an early crop

Some of last year’s harvest

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Regeneration programme gets the go ahead

Four major projects are to go ahead to regenerate Boscombe.

The Towns Fund programme, which has been approved by the BCP Cabinet, will create a new neighbourhood in the heart of the town with 53 new homes, a small park, a community centre and a health facility. Also on the agenda are improved digital connectivity, enhanced transport and walking links, plus the sympathetic restoration of Royal Arcade.

This means that business cases will be put forward for final approval from the government, and a decision will be known in the spring.

As far as the local transport schemes are concerned, four projects have been highlighted as a priority – cycle and footpaths along the A35 between Woodland Walk and Boscombe precinct; a new pilot mini-bus service connecting Pokesdown Station to Boscombe Pier via Hawkwood Road, to run April to October during off peak hours; improving safety along Ashley Road by improving local walkways between Centenary Roundabout and Kings Park Academy and local walking and park improvements to Woodland Walk, opening space and encouraging use.

The façade of the Grade II listed Royal Arcade will be restored to create 183 jobs and to enhance the area’s Victorian heritage. The plans are to renovate the ground floor, creating an exciting leisure destination, which will feature a food hall and independent retail. There are also plans to offer entertainment events for all ages.

The first floor will offer flexible workspace and digital skills and learning, to include the Boscombe Skills hub, which will shortly be moving into the engagement hub on the ground floor.

Delivery on digital connectivity has commenced due to accelerated funding in 2020. There is already free public Wi-Fi available in the Precinct area of Boscombe. Work is now underway to extend digital connectivity and free Wi-Fi down from Precinct to the seafront.

Cllr Jane Kelly, portfolio holder for Communities, Health and Leisure at BCP Council said: “Boscombe has so much potential, and I am so looking forward to seeing all the changes that are planned which will directly benefit all our residents, from job creation to a new neighbourhood.

“This is a programme which has been shaped by local people. I have spoken to many of our residents who have been asking for a community centre for many years, so I am delighted that we are able to offer this much-needed facility which will be part of the revitalised town.”

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Bowled over at Tower Park

Pulford Publicity (publishers of Dorset View and Viewpoint magazines) was invited to Hollywood Bowl Tower Park last month to celebrate the recently revamped centre.

Five members of staff and one of the magazine’s contributors enjoyed a complimentary VIP game of bowling, a round of drinks and a main meal and they couldn’t resist the amusements.

The centre at Tower Park in Poole is easily accessible and parking is free.

Tenpin bowling is great fun for family, friends and work colleagues. The Pulford Publicity team was super competitive and members ranged from those who played regularly right through to those who hadn’t picked up a bowling ball for 20 years and found it harder than they remembered.

Despite the differing skills, the evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all with three strikes to celebrate: one for design director Louis with his first ball, one for graphic designer Dexter (Deezy) and one for account manager Simon.

The ‘rustier’ players would willingly have carried on with further games as they wanted to improve their technique, but the top scorers preferred to put their arcade skills to the test and the team moved into the amusements.

When it came to the bowling, it wasn’t all about the scorecard. However, Louis was top of the table with 115, Deezy a close second with 111, and account manager Mark third with 107.

The Hollywood Diner supplied the food. The menu included a sharer with a choice from nachos, halloumi sticks, kickin’ chicken bites, chicken tenders, mac ‘n’ cheese bites and stuffed jalapenos. There was a choice of burgers and hot dogs or a vegan burger with fries.

Alcoholic drinks, hot drinks, shakes, slushy Jack’s and ice cream topped everything off. It was such an enjoyable team building night that Pulford Publicity is considering doing this again. If you have a team of six colleagues who feel they would like to compete against the Pulford Publicity crew why not contact Louis to discuss a night out with Ferndown’s local publishing company at Hollywood Bowl. Give him a call on 01202 870270.