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4DORSET
Volume 16 • Issue 6 • January 2019
Happy New Year!
MAGS4DORSET
I can’t believe I’ve been writing these editorials for 20 years, and always with a cup of tea and a biscuit. Throughout that time, there has always been an element of healthy competition between 4Dorset and the weekly Stour and Avon Magazine. It is with sadness, therefore, that we learnt of its closure last month. Despite us having no connection with the Stour and Avon, readers did muddle us up occasionally. For the avoidance of any doubt, 4Dorset and Viewpoint are owned by Pulford Publicity Ltd. They remain strong in the marketplace under the umbrella of MAGS4DORSET. Your news stories and contributions are welcome, so keep them coming in. Running a free local news magazine requires dedication, hard work and plenty of investment. Where a large company will make purely commercial decisions when times are hard, a small, family-run concern like Pulford Publicity is better placed to connect with its customers on a personal level in order to retain the business it loves and has a passion for. Our most recent success is to work in partnership with Dorset Chamber of Commerce producing their new business magazine, Dorset Business Focus. If you would like a presence in this prestigious publication call our marketing executive, Russell. And to advertise in 4Dorset and Viewpoint ring Mark or Simon. Here’s hoping 2019 may see the biscuit, sorry the Brexit fiasco reach a conclusion. In the meantime, where did I put those jammy dodgers?
Nick Pulford company secretary accounts@mags4dorset.co.uk
Janine Pulford Editor
The Editor reserves the right to amend or shorten contributions in order to fit in with the editorial policy and style of the magazine
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TASTE REVIEW | By Janine Pulford
Gathered from beehives on the top of the roof at the Dolphin Centre in Poole, Rooftop Honey is a deep golden colour and looks deceivingly runny in the jar. When presented with a pot, I was worried it was going to be one of those honeys that left a trail from the jar to the bread. But something surprising happened when I dug the knife in and gave it a couple of turns. The honey appeared to glue itself in place. There was no dripping. The golden
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nectar reached my brown bread and butter intact. This made me nervous about how easy it would be to spread, would it lift the butter and tear the bread? To my surprise it did neither, instead, it spread like a dream. I added more, folded the bread and took my first bite. The natural sweet notes hit my senses, as the smooth texture rolled around my mouth. The flavour was not as strong as some other honeys I have eaten. Instead it had a delightful and unexpected orange tang and didn’t fall into the trap of leaving a medicinal ‘aftertaste’ behind, which has occasionally put me off some other brands. Rooftop Honey left me wanting more. Oddly, once on the bread, it became slightly more runny than when on the knife and I did need to eat my sandwich holding the plate underneath. It is even more delicious on warm toast because it melts into the bread with the butter. I tried it with plain yoghurt and the flavour was as delightful as its golden looks, reminding me of a honey I ate in Greece long ago and have been searching for since. At last, I have found a decent substitute. Decadently, this honey can be eaten from the spoon, it’s that sublime, and to further prove this point, the entire jar lasted me just 10 days. I could not stop eating it. I am now wondering how I will manage until the summer without a supply, as the bees are not producing it now. But as soon as the next batch is ready and available from the Dolphin Centre, I intend to be first in the queue.
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Fulfilling the honey dream from the rooftop
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Dream come true meeting André Rieu
A VIP reward for The Regent Centre being the No 1 cinema in the UK and Ireland for the best audience attendance at the André Rieu concert broadcast screenings for four years running, was a dream come true for general manager Felicity Porter and marketing officer Laura Dean. Read about their VIP visit to one of André Rieu’s concerts and find out what Felicity was able to tell him... by visiting www.mags4dorset.co.uk André Rieu can be seen next at the Regent for his New Year Concert from Sydney on 5 and 6 January.
L-R Laura Dean, André Rieu, Felicity Porter
Sudden closure of Stour and Avon Magazine The sudden closure of the Stour and Avon Magazine at the end of 2018, was a sad day for the local community and the print industry. Started by Joan and Martin Tidd as Wimborne Magazine in 1986, the weekly paper covered local news and events. Part of Reach Plc, it was not connected in any way to MAGS4DORSET whose independent titles 4Dorset and Viewpoint remain buoyant in the marketplace. Anyone wishing to send news to MAGS4DORSET for 4DORSET and VIEWPOINT should email news@ mags4dorset.co.uk or editorial@mags4dorset.co.uk. Those wishing to run advertising campaigns, please turn to page 3 or 43 for contact details.
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law spot Transferring your home to children is far from straightforward
By Rebecca Willmott, Probate Lawyer at Harold G Walker Solicitors
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re you thinking of signing your house over to your children to decrease the value of your estate for either inheritance tax purposes or to avoid paying care home fees? Here are a few things that should be considered before making that decision: As a homeowner you are free to transfer your property to your children at any point, however doing so is far from straightforward, especially if you wish to continue living in the property. For inheritance tax purposes, passing your property to your children will be known as a ‘potentially exempt transfer’ and providing you survive for seven years from the date of the gift, there will be no inheritance tax consequences for your estate. However, should you pass away within those seven years then the property would fall back into your estate for inheritance tax purposes. Should you continue to live in the property after gifting this to your children, then this would be known as a ‘gift with reservation’ and the house would then remain part of your estate on your death, even if you live beyond seven years. In order to avoid this then you would have to pay market rent to your children for living in their property. Another important matter to consider is you will no longer be the legal owner of the property so will have no say over what happens to this. Also, what if your children were to be made bankrupt or were to divorce? As the property would be held in their name, it would be classed as their asset and would be taken into account by creditors or in a divorce settlement. You must also think carefully about transferring your property to your children as the local authority may see this as a deliberate deprivation of your assets to avoid paying care home fees. If this view is taken then the local authority can include the value of the property in the test for funding. This is just an overview of the issues that must be considered before making the decision to transfer your property. If you are thinking of taking this step then our friendly team will be pleased to advise you further. Law Spot is for guidance only. This column is for information only and does not constitute legal advice
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MAGS4DORSET welcomes JTYAF as charity of the year Here at the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) we are absolutely delighted to have been chosen by MAGS4DORSET as their ‘Charity of the Year’. It’s a fantastic opportunity for us to be able to keep in touch with you throughout 2019 and we can’t thank our friends at MAGS4DORSET enough for their support. The JTYAF was set up in 2008 in memory of our son Lieutenant John Thornton who was tragically killed in Afghanistan while serving with 40 Commando Royal Marines. His Foundation helps local young people to discover their potential and develop their talents, by providing scholarships and bursaries through the 20 local youth organisations that we support. The JTYAF has no paid staff, no premises and is run on a purely voluntary basis. Keeping running costs to a minimum ensures that the maximum amount of funds raised can be directly invested in young futures. Since 2008 more than £615,000 has been awarded to over
1,600 individual young people. Without the kindness and generosity of our supporters and the local community, none of this would be possible, as the work we do very much depends on the funds that we raise. January is the most exciting time of the year for us as we work out how the money raised in 2018 will be awarded. We especially look forward to the ceremony at Ferndown Upper School, where we get to meet the amazing young people who have been selected to receive awards. We have some great fundraising events planned for 2019 including our first ever ‘Charity Football
Match.’ AFC Bournemouth Legends, including Eddie Howe, Steve Fletcher and many more big names, will play an Armed Forces XI at Wimborne Town. An event not to be missed. We’ll have more news on this, our awards and other events next month, but until then, we wish you a wonderful, happy, healthy and prosperous 2019. For more information please visit our website www.jtyaf.org Linda Thornton Secretary JTYAF
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Man of Steele inspires defibrillator courses A man who was driving back from a Bournemouth football match and went into cardiac arrest has inspired CPR/ defibrillator training for members of the U3A. (University of the Third Age). It was a year ago that Kevin Steele, and is enjoying life to the full. a U3A member and group leader, Members of Ferndown nearly died. A dashcam recorded and District U3A completed six what happened and cars could be CPR/defibrillator courses on seen driving around his vehicle in the anniversary of Kevin’s lifethe middle of the road. threatening experience. The Kevin was saved after being training was provided by Andrew without oxygen for over five Ackroyd from Southern Lifeguard minutes by Izabela and Peter Training and organised by Yvonne Fiszbach, who stopped their car. Warner. They were joined by Greg Erdmann who also stopped to assist. Despite their huge efforts, and Izabela performing CPR without any medical training until the paramedics arrived, Kevin was left in a coma and given just a 6% chance of survival. Move on 12 months and Kevin has made a full recovery. He is showing his gratitude Kevin Steele, (back left), and Andrew Ackroyd, by volunteering at (front left), along with seven other U3A members Bournemouth Hospital who participated in this anniversary course
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Be web wise to avoid counterfeit goods All goods have to meet certain safety standards set down in law to protect the consumer. It is a well-known fact that counterfeit goods do not always meet these standards. In 2017 one trading standards service seized 88,000 counterfeit toys in the run up to Christmas. All failed safety tests. To avoid getting caught out by the counterfeiters, Dorset Trading Standards offers the following advice when buying online: • Check spelling and grammar on websites and the URL. Fraudsters also deceive by slightly changing the spelling of a well-known brand or shop in the web address. • Check where the trader is based. If there is no postal address, just a PO box or email, be wary. • Only use sites you know or that have been recommended. If you have not bought from the seller before, check online reviews. • Ask if the trader gives an after-sales service, warranty, or guarantee. For more advice, contact the Citizens Advice consumer helpline: 03454 04 05 06.
Directors for new BCP Council Director appointments (Tier 2) for the new Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council, have been recommended.
Director of Adult Social Care: Jan Thurgood. Director of Environment and Community: Kate Ryan. Director of Regeneration and Economy: Bill Cotton. Director of Resources: Julian Osgathorpe.
These recommendations were due to be taken to the BCP Shadow Authority on the 19 December (after 4Dorset went to print). The director for Children’s Services role will be appointed in the New Year. The nine existing councils in Dorset will be disbanded as part of local government reorganisation in the county and two new unitary councils, BCP, and Dorset Council, will come into being from 1 April 2019.
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The right thing in the right bin It’s clear that most Dorset residents are recycling. Thanks to your efforts we recycle 59.5% of Dorset’s waste, with just 16.8% going to landfill. But there is still more to do. From the BBC’s ‘Blue Planet II’ revelations about plastic pollution and major developments in reducing unnecessary plastic, to hundreds of smaller community initiatives, this year people have been more motivated to care about the environment than ever before. However, recent data shows that more than three quarters of UK households add one or more items to their recycling collection that is not accepted locally, while over half put at least one item in the general rubbish that could be recycled. Putting the right thing in the right bin, using your food waste service and cutting down on the amount of rubbish your household produces will help the environment and means more of your council tax can be spent on essential local services. If you’re ever in doubt as to where your waste should go or need help with your bins, visit dorsetforyou.gov.uk/ which-bin or call 01305 221040.
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25th Great British Beach Clean Results show community clean-ups have made a dent in beach litter figures this year, but charity stresses this masks a growing plastic litter trend.
Photo © The Marine Conservation Society
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) says their Great British Beach Clean, run in partnership with Waitrose, was the biggest mass participation beach clean and survey event the UK has ever witnessed. The charity says the event, held over four days in September, involved just short of 15,000 volunteers – double the number in 2017.
At many of the 494 beaches that were cleaned and surveyed around the UK coast 155 more than in 2017, there were well over 100 volunteers – amongst the highest the charity has ever seen on individual beaches. 8,550 kgs of litter was picked up across the whole of the UK. Volunteer cleaners picked up an average of 600 items of litter on every 100m surveyed. But although the volunteer number and events rose, the amount of litter collected dropped. Lizzie Prior, MCS Beach and River Clean-up project officer, says although a drop in litter sounds like good news, it is in fact anything but. She said, “In 2017 our volunteers picked up an average of 717 items of litter for every 100m they cleaned and surveyed, this year that figure dropped by 16%. But it’s almost certainly a false dawn. UK governments must certainly not think the crisis is over and slow down or shelve any muchneeded litter legislation. “Litter levels fluctuate year on year and for the last decade have risen by over 15%. The Great British Beach Clean is just a snapshot of the UK litter story and must be seen in the context of the broader trending picture. There’s more litter in our seas than there has ever been.” MCS says the UK cannot beach clean its way out of the beach litter crisis. Following the iconic BBC Blue Planet II series, Drowning in Plastic documentary and Sky’s Ocean Rescue campaign, we now know the damage our ‘throwaway’ culture has done to our seas and urgently need to reduce the amount of plastic we produce. The charity says one element of the solution is to create a genuine circular economy system in the UK where ‘waste’ is valued as a resource and used time and time again rather than polluting our countryside, coasts and seas.
On average, for every 100 metres of the UK coastline cleaned there were – • Nearly 189 plastic/ polystyrene pieces • 38 plastic caps /lids • 21 cotton bud sticks • 16 drinks bottles and cans • 12 wet wipes • 5 plastic bags • 3 plastic / polystyrene cups
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Durlston Country Park tells its history through British Sign Language
Durlston Country Park
A new self-guided video is set to make visits to Durlston Country Park even more enjoyable for users of British Sign Language (BSL). The tour takes in iconic features of the site, including the Great Globe, Durlston Castle and of course, the World Heritage coast. The video was produced in partnership with Heritage Ability, an organisation that works with historic sites to help make them more accessible. All its projects are developed or supported by people who understand the challenges faced by disabled people and deaf people. Kristy Cooper, the deaf volunteer coordinator for Heritage Ability said, “Durlston Country Park is a beautiful place to visit, with so much to see. Normally when I come to places like this, I have to accept that I can’t access the information. Thanks to the Heritage Ability scheme, all
that is changing. I’m proud to be part of this project, so that more deaf people can have meaningful and enjoyable experiences alongside their family and friends.” For many deaf people, English is their second language. This means that simply providing written information or subtitles on videos is not always enough, as many of the words cannot be translated into BSL. Ali Tuckey, ranger at Durlston said, “It’s wonderful to be able to offer this BSL guided tour. Deaf visitors can now borrow the tablet at reception and explore the park while learning about this historic place. We also have an all-terrain mobility scooter free to hire, so visitors with limited mobility can explore the estate with
their family and friends. We are excited to be working with Heritage Ability over the next two years to further accessibility even more.” Daryl Turner, Dorset County Council’s cabinet member for the Natural and Built Environment said, “We are committed to making Dorset’s fantastic coast and countryside accessible for everyone to enjoy and learn from and this fabulous resource to help British Sign Language users will make a great site even better.” The tour is provided on a tablet that is available to hire from Durlston Castle.
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Cherries stars join Premier League Kicks youngsters Cherries duo Jefferson Lerma and Diego Rico have joined in with more than 40 young players at the latest Premier League Kicks session at Mudeford Wood Community Centre in Christchurch. Run by the AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust, the sessions – which are free of charge, open to all and held across the area – welcome young players on a turnup-and-play basis to get involved with the game. Two companies based at Bournemouth Airport’s Aviation Park, AIM Altitude and Curtiss-Wright sponsor the project. The two companies are continuing their partnership of the Christchurch project for the entire 2018/19 season. Lerma and Rico joined the young players for their fun footballing activities
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Hurleys – Friendly, professional and approachable
as well as answering questions about playing in the World Cup finals and signing for the Cherries. AFC Bournemouth head of community, Steve Cuss said, “Premier League Kicks is one of the programmes we run throughout the year at 17 sites across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch.” “This session in Mudeford runs every Monday evening and youngsters from the area come along to take part in different activities. It’s great that Jefferson and Diego have been here to watch the boys and girls play. “We’re here every week regardless of the weather. It’s becoming a little bit colder now but the children still come out and want to enjoy their football.” Colin Thornton, group design and engineering director at AIM Altitude, said, “The beauty of Premier League Kicks is that it allows companies like AIM Altitude to put something back into the local community, benefiting the next generation. “The team running the sessions does great work. The young players were really focussed on the drills and exercises. The added bonus of star players joining in the fun is that it guarantees smiles all round”
Situated in two offices close to each other in the Boscombe East area of Bournemouth, Hurleys is a small, friendly but professional firm of solicitors practising since 1989. The firm is the closest solicitors’ office to the Combined Court Centre at Bournemouth. The firm can offer legal services in three main areas namely family matters including divorce and separation, a comprehensive criminal defence service from police station to court and a personal injury department. The firm holds a Legal Aid contract with the Legal Aid Agency for criminal matters. The family department offers a free initial 30-minute consultation to assess your case. The practice is headed up by its managing partner, David Hurley, a solicitor with over 37 years of experience in a wide range of matters but now specialising in criminal matters. A very experienced team ably supports him, many of whom have been with the firm for a significant number of years. He said, “We’re friendly, professional and approachable. Why not try us and see?”
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Shortlist announced “The 10th MAGS4DORSET short story competition attracted 50 extremely high quality entries from all over the country,” said editor of 4Dorset, Janine Pulford, who founded the competition. The theme was inspired by the words ‘plastic nightmare’ and “the shortlist was extremely difficult to choose,” said Janine. “I would like to encourage those who didn’t make it through to think about entering their stories elsewhere, as the standard was exceptional.”
Novelist Della Galton, a prolific and well-published author will make the final decision. Her books and short stories have entertained people around the globe for many years and she has an empathy with the natural world, which makes her an ideal judge for the subject matter. Della also writes under the pseudonym Della Parker with her popular ‘The Reading Group’ series and teaches creative writing. MAGS4DORSET is donating £50 from the entry fees to Surfers Against Sewage, the charity that has laid down the criteria for plastic free towns throughout the country, including Plastic Free Ferndown.
As in all previous competitions, the authors remain anonymous until after the final judging. The winner will receive £300 and the runner up will get £100. Both stories will also be published by mags4dorset in either Viewpoint or 4Dorset, or both.
The titles of the shortlisted stories are:
A Drop In The Ocean The Coming Tide Surf Rescue
Throwaway Life Sins of the Father The Meeting The Lesson
Wisdom There is No Planet B Microplastic Fantastic
Lottery boost for Forest FM The National Lottery Big Lottery Fund is helping Forest FM boost its coverage. Just over £7,000 from the ‘Awards for All’ fund has been allocated to the community radio station Forest FM in order to improve its coverage. Reception has always been a little patchy in the Ferndown and West Moors area and Forest FM has been working with
regulator OFCOM to improve the signal there. Station manager Steve Saville said, “We are extremely grateful to the National Lottery for providing funds for new equipment to make this possible. Planning is well underway and we hope to be able to announce the improvement early next year.”
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Katie Melua
encapsulates all things great
(including the arrival of two ‘birthday’ puppies) Bournemouth Pavilion | 28 November Review by Luke van Wingerden (Age 11) It was Katie’s first week back in Britain and what a phenomenal performance it was. The opening act was an incredible first five songs, sung by Keeva. The pacing of the songs was astounding. I was spellbound. Afterwards, the exceptional Katie Melua came onto the stage. Her genre is a unique mix between the blues and easy-listening, and I loved it. The audience did too. The presentation was spectacular, with her music videos projected on the backdrop, which were very interesting, as I had never watched them before. The concert was amazing. It was more than amazing. It was relaxing. Katie Melua’s songs helped me relax after the chaotic build-up before I got to the concert. Our dog, Coco, had begun labour. Mum (who was meant to be writing the review for MAGS4DORSET) had to stay at home and I went to watch the concert with Dad instead. He enjoyed it as well (“I thought the singing was quite… uh… well it was
quite beautiful and you could hear everything she was singing”). As Katie Melua delivered her exceptional concert, Coco delivered too, and when we got home there were two new puppies. For me, this encapsulates why I think Katie Melua’s music is great. It is so incredibly relaxing, it could fit into any part of my everyday life. I
will never forget the concert, which was on my 11th birthday, and I’ve already asked Mum about calling one of the puppies Katie.
Luke and Keeva
Big thanks go to Luke for stepping up on his 11th birthday to write this review for 4Dorset on behalf of his mother, Louise. With all the excitement going on, I heard he didn’t even get to eat his birthday cake. On the plus side, he will be keeping one of the pups, and will always remember the Katie Melua concert at Bournemouth Pavilion. Wasn’t he lucky to be photographed with Keeva? What an incredibly exciting evening. Editor
Katie Melua © Allan Jones
Birthday pups
Fishy tale makes a splash Aunty Beej’s book ‘Big Bob and Sunny’s’ Journey was a big hit with Year 2 pupils at Talbot Heath School recently. All proceeds from the children’s short story are going to Macmillan Caring Locally’s Brick by Brick appeal, which is building a new, state-of-the-art, specialist palliative care unit at Christchurch Hospital. ‘Big Bob and Sunny’s Journey’ (£4.99) by Aunty Beej can be ordered online at: www.macmillanlocal.org More than 1,600 patients with life-limiting illnesses are supported by the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch Hospital each year and its volunteers carry out a multitude of services from patient transport and fundraising to end of life and respite visits.
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Visionary city by the sea With Dorset set to become the first area in a decade to undergo a unitarisation process, a new city by the sea covering Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is being created comparative in size to Bristol, explains Dorset LEP in its 20-year vision for growth. Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the partnership responsible for driving economic growth and prosperity in Dorset, wants to: • double Dorset’s productivity and economic output to £35.6 billion in the next 20 years • generate 80,000 jobs • build around 78,000 new homes • create a local economy that is sustainable, innovative and inclusive. ‘Horizon 2038 – A Vision for Growth’ outlines the ways in which it aims to achieve this. It also details the economic opportunities and ambition for Dorset’s key sectors including rural economy, health services and technology and housing. As well as the city by the sea, Horizon 2038 explains that Dorset is a county with tremendous opportunities, but also points out that there are challenges ahead. While Dorset is making a £17 billion contribution to the UK economy, its economic productivity is £2.5 billion below the national average, and the productivity gap has widened in recent years. Lorna Carver, Dorset LEP director said, “Horizon 2038 tells a compelling story of Dorset’s economic strengths, whilst highlighting the opportunities available to
Aerial view over Bournemouth streets and town centre
boost our productivity and contribution to UK plc. Moreover, we spell out the specific challenges our unique region faces in the delivery of our vision and the sustainability of our growth. “Horizon 2038 is a visionary document, looking ahead twenty years from 2018 to 2038. It is designed to address our immediate priorities over the next five years in order to secure long-term economic growth. The document provides the necessary framework to develop successful funding bids and seize on funding opportunities arising from the Government’s Industrial Strategy and elsewhere.” A copy of the document is available to download from the Dorset LEP website at www.dorsetlep.co.uk and search Horizon 2038.
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Plastic Free Ferndown | We are the champions! Surfers Against Sewage, the charity spearheading the plastic free campaigns throughout the country, is now issuing beautiful wooden Plastic Free Champion awards. The first three have been received by Colten Care’s Fernhill Care Home at Longham, Ferndown Pharmacy and MAGS4DORSET. Sharon Pharoah who is spearheading Ferndown Pharmacy’s changes to reduce single use plastic said, “We are thrilled with this recognition. As an independent business we have been able to make these changes.” She encouraged people to support their local pharmacy. One of the biggest changes Sharon has made was swaping plastic bags for paper bags for prescriptions. Pharmacy owner Rebecca Elmes fully backs the initiative. Other businesses can follow in their footsteps if they make at least three changes towards freeing their business from throwaway plastic.
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We need that!
We Need That-Dorset is a reuse directory produced by Ideas2Action for Dorset Waste partnership. It details not-for-profit organisations that will recycle commonly thrown away items. Some are listed here. More can be found on the dorsetforyou website. Dorset Scrapstore, The Factory, 14 Alder Hills, Poole, BH12 4AS recycles the following:
Sharon Pharoah, Ferndown Pharmacy
Ben Pulford, MD of MAGS4DORSET
Gina Smith, Manager, Fernhill Care Home
To help you make changes now, PFF Surfers Against Sewage suggests the following: • replace plastic straws with biodegradable ones
• swap plastic cutlery for metal or wooden cutlery
• remove unnecessary bin liners • swap to milk in glass bottles (B&B Dairies in Ringwood make local deliveries) • cut bubble wrap and use paper packaging instead • use paper bags instead of plastic ones
• switch to glass bottles or canned drinks • avoid the use of, and release of balloons at your events • use pencils more often to cut down on the use of plastic pens
Your plastic free leaders are Janine, Ben and Louis Pulford at MAGS4DORSET. All are contactable through the Plastic Free Ferndown Facebook page, or call 01202 870270. Let them know what you are doing to help your environment.
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Main chute fails in charity skydive After his wife gave him a 79th birthday present of a parachute jump, a Ringwood man took the plunge to raise money for local charity, Kisses 4 Jon. What he didn’t expect was for his main chute to fail, but as he was jumping with an expert on a tandem skydive at the Army Parachute Association in Wiltshire, he was in good hands. His instructor deployed the reserve chute and they landed safely. Having survived unharmed, Rob ForresterAddie said, “I knew I was in a life and death situation, but my buddy Tony Locke was totally competent.” When Rob was asked in a BBC interview if he would do it again he said, “Too right, yes, I would.” A video of Rob’s jump can be seen on the BBC news website. Despite the hiccup, the exhilarating experience helped Rob raise £1,855.20 for Kisses 4 Jon. He said, “This came from the generosity of Ringwood people, including many Ringwood U3A members.”
Rob presents cheque to Jon’s mum, Lorraine Tarrant-Heckford, Dad Steve on the left with Jon.
£36,629 and rising…
Urgent appeal to save hens from slaughter To rescue these 18-month-old Brown Warren hybrid laying hens, which are due to be transported by Hen Rescue to Ringwood and Southampton in the first week of the New Year, call Celia Marker. They cost £1.50 each plus a donation to cover the costs of transport and fuel. In order to save them from slaughter, homes need to be identified urgently. It is recommended that they are rescued in groups of five. For more information visit www.henrehome.co.uk or email Celia hens4rescue@yahoo.com. Or call her on 01425 472672.
“The Ringwood and District Branch of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported the 2018 Poppy Appeal and gave so generously to help us reach this total, and we know there is more to come,” said Val Aldridge, the branch Poppy Appeal coordinator. “Yes, Armistice 100 – 2018 is a very special year but the sum raised locally so far is simply astounding. “Thank you so, so much, it is really appreciated and all the monies raised will go to support the core of the Royal British Legions work – providing throughlife care to anyone who currently serves in the British Armed Forces, who has previously served, and their families.”
Tara calling! Hello, I’m Tara, a 6yo Border Terrier cross. I am a lovely natured girl but a bit scared of the outside world. I will need a very patient mum and /or dad to help me overcome this. I would not like to live with children because of my nerves. Once I trust you, I am very affectionate and love nothing more than a lap or sofa for cuddles. If you have the patience – I’m worth it. For more information contact Waggy Tails Rescue on 01202 875000, e-mail: admin@waggytails. org.uk or visit www.waggytails.org.uk
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A stroke of genius by
“The Brush”
A fantastic new art and collectibles gallery has opened at BH22 9AN at Longham, Ferndown. It is fortuitous that the space above the Bridge House Antiques Centre at Longham has become the home to the collection of one of the world’s most prolific reformed art forgers who has ever picked up a brush. Billy “The Brush” Mumford was convicted 10 years ago for putting around Jim Hartey £6m worth of faked paintings, numbering around 1,100, through some of the major auction houses of the world. Since his release eight years ago, he has held two sell out ‘Going Straight’ exhibitions in Brighton and has appeared on TV as a guest expert on ‘Fake! The Great Masterpiece Challenge’, as well as numerous other media platforms. Billy has a part in an upcoming film that features a number of top British actors and portrays the life of Billy’s great friend, and co-art forger David Henty. Shooting begins in March 2019 and premieres around September 2019. Billy Mumford’s paintings have now become highly desirable and collectible in their own right, selling for thousands of pounds to investors and art lovers across the globe. This is your chance to obtain a beautiful and tangible appreciating asset that is unaffected by market volatility. Don’t miss this opportunity to own an original piece of Billy’s art to enhance your home before the prices soar out of reach to the general public. The gallery is also home to over 1,000 pieces from local artists and private collections. Jim Hartey, the owner, looks forward to welcoming you soon.
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A New Year’s resolution is a great way of promising to make certain changes in your life that you believe will better you. Although not obligatory, resolving to turn over a new leaf at the start of the year can help improve your health and wellbeing. Dieting and exercise, with the aim of shedding the pounds after the Christmas excesses, are popular resolutions in an ever growing health conscious society. The take-up of gym memberships increases in January as those who want to get fit, commit to achieving it by working to specific fitness goals. With the abundance of equipment and classes available at leisure centres and fitness clubs, there is
every opportunity to reach your goals. The only reason this may not happen, is because you lose your staying power. By the time February is upon us, a percentage of those who enrolled in the New Year are not planning to go back again any time soon. Make sure you’re not one of them by following a few simple tips. Gyms can be intimidating places for those who are starting out and want to exercise
regularly, but don’t know what to expect. With the number of subscriptions and deals available, the hi-tech equipment and the regular gym-goers bustling around, you can feel a bit like a fish out of water – or a rower outside of the boat.
But don’t let any of this put you off, as joining can really help you follow through with your resolution. And there are ways that can make that transition into the gym a lot easier.
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The right mindset
You need to get into the right mindset and be ready to commit to regular exercise. This can be especially difficult for those who are used to a more sedentary lifestyle. So before making the commitment, tackle the problem outside the gym first. Incorporating small, regular times for exercise in your daily life so that you can start the habit of getting moving every day can do this. Walking is a great example. Start off by walking several times a week. And if you don’t want to walk alone, join a walking group. There are many around, some are guided and they generally do not cost anything. You may find that the act of getting yourself outside on a regular basis could lead on to jogging and going for runs. Once the idea of regular exercise becomes less daunting, you may find the pull of the gym becomes stronger.
The right type of exercise
The right place
Finding the right gym can make a big difference when it comes to how you feel about enrolling. Location, parking and price are some of the most common considerations. Other things to think about revolve around what more the establishment can do for you. Some gyms offer inductions and packages that may suit your needs, others may offer specialist equipment for those with specific needs. Take time to look around and weigh up the pros and cons before making your choice. Doing your research can really make the difference, as turning up on your first day to a gym that doesn’t suit you, could put you off.
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This ties in with finding the right gym, as the type of exercise you want to pursue can have an effect on how you feel about the gym you’re joining. While some who want to build up their strength by hitting the weights will look to a gym with more equipment and classes aimed towards that, others who are looking to increase their cardio may look for gyms with a pool and classes dedicated to getting the circulation going. Spinning is another popular exercise and if you want to do it with friends, you might prefer a gym with a large spinning room. Whatever you’re looking for, carrying out your New Year’s resolution to get fit isn’t always easy but it can be made easier with the right gym.
Good luck with your resolution.
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Gym Swim Classes – Join for £20 Ferndown Leisure Centre can help you to feel great in 2019 They know it can be really hard to make changes to your life in January however good your intentions. To help you become the best you can in 2019, they have the following New Year offer: Membership Offer 1 - 9 January only. Join now and use their Gym, Swim and Classes all for only £20 with nothing more to pay until next month. Offer available on all memberships. Benefits of becoming a Member included in your membership:
Premium Membership • Places Locker app – for online booking, tracking your moves, challenges, exercise programmes and more • 14 days’ advanced booking • Your Journey/Move programme – 3 free one-to-one sessions with a member of the fitness team • Unlimited gym use • Unlimited classes • Unlimited pool use for Just Swim, Lane swimming and Fun sessions - this does not include inflatable sessions • Free use of SWIMTAG – wearable technology to track your swim performance and stroke • Receive news and promotional offers
Gym only Membership • Places Locker app – for quick booking, tracking your moves, challenges, exercise programmes and more • 14 days’ advanced booking • Your Journey/Move programme – 3 free one-to-one sessions with a member of the fitness team • Unlimited gym use • Receive news and promotional offers
Swim only Membership • Places Locker app – for quick booking, tracking your moves, challenges, exercise programmes and more • 14 days’ advanced booking • Unlimited pool use for Just Swim, Lane swimming and Fun sessions with this; does not include inflatable sessions • Free use of SWIMTAG – wearable technology to track your swim performance and stroke • Receive news and promotional offers Whether you’ve never exercised before, or you want assistance to reach your goals, Ferndown Leisure Centre are confident that they can find the right type of membership for you. To find out more about how the team at Ferndown Leisure Centre can help you be fitter, healthier and more active in 2019, call 01202 877468, or visit www. ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk.
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Something different for the New Year? Brendoncare Clubs is a registered charity dedicated to providing older people with opportunities for social interaction through its friendship and activity clubs, helping them remain in the community and stay active and independent. New age kurling is a particular favourite and is extremely popular amongst Brendoncare clubs. Based on the Olympic sport of ice curling, this is a fun and popular indoor version, designed to enable everyone to join in. Played indoors on a smooth surface with stones, which run on ball bearings, it is one of the many different club offerings from Brendoncare Clubs, and offers the opportunity to get fit, healthy and make new friends. Kurling is so popular across Brendoncare’s clubs that there is even an annual inter-club competition for those who wish to take it a little more seriously. Brendoncare has many weekly kurling clubs across Dorset, including Wimborne, Colehill, Moordown, Strouden and Poole and come the New Year, there will also be one opening in Blandford Forum. Why not ‘try before you buy’ – using the attached tear out coupon. A warm welcome is guaranteed.
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Friends of Victoria Hospital Interview by Arabella Watkiss
Victoria Hospital in Wimborne is a a local community hospital making a difference. It is supported by the Friends of Victoria Hospital, established in 1935. Now with around 40 volunteers, the Friends have funded the hospital in a variety of ways, including the rebuilding of 95% of the operating theatre in 2011 and buying lots of equipment, including an IntelliVue anaesthetic monitor in 2013 and a C-Arm mobile x-ray imager in 2015. Many years ago, the Friends were also involved in building the new rehabilitation and x-ray departments and having the first x-ray daylightprocessing unit in any hospital on the south coast. The amount they contribute, which comes from legacies, donations, subs, fundraising events and the charity shop on Wimborne High Street, is huge. The Friends also fund training courses for all staff at the hospital. Although there are larger hospitals in the area,
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the Friends maintain that community hospitals are essential. David Pope, former surgeon at Victoria Hospital and president of the Friends said, “Not only are we dedicated to improving patient services in the hospital, but we also act as a way in which the community can be involved in hospital services.” The role of the Friends allows members of the community to comment on what needs to be developed within the hospital and what services are necessary to the community, which makes for a more efficient and effective health service. David also commented, “We believe there are a lot of medical services and care that can be given within the local community rather than having to travel miles for that care.” June Tripp, chairman of the Friends, commented, “The NHS mantra is care
close to home and that is what we want for local people.” The community hospital provides easy access health care, as well as a more hands on approach, which is more difficult to achieve at larger hospitals. The Friends of Victoria Hospital are currently supporting plans to bring cataract surgery to the hospital. For patients who have sight problems, a local community hospital is easier to access and creates less stress than driving, parking and being treated in a large hospital, further away from home. David said, “A cataract department is perfect for Victoria Hospital since cataracts are a simple day care procedure, which is what the hospital specialises in.” The Friends are also currently contributing to plans to improve the facilities in the physiotherapy department and the expansion of the pain control service for the whole of Dorset means that part of the service will be
based at Victoria Hospital. In the long term, a goal would also be to improve palliative and terminal illness care. However, at the moment there is no space for this expansion. Another, sometimes overlooked, aspect of the hospital is its Minor Injuries Unit that can save a trip to A&E in Poole or Bournemouth. It is open Monday to Friday 8.30am4pm, but restricted hours apply on some dates. Check the website for details. Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group have proposed that Victoria Hospital should become a hub for integrated community services. This could help absorb the loss of facilities at St Leonards by keeping them firmly based in the community. The Friends are always actively looking for volunteers and members
and they particularly invite younger people to join and have their say about the health care in the community. You can become a member by picking up a form from the hospital shop or contacting the Friends for more information. There is also a Facebook page which can be accessed through the Friends of Victoria Hospital website, regardless of whether you have a Facebook account. The Friends truly are doing some amazing work so don’t hesitate to get involved. June Tripp sums it up nicely saying, “The hospital wouldn’t be where it is today without the Friends.” To volunteer or become a member to support an essential community care service, call 01202 856484.
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Over £90,000 raised at Diverse Abilities gala ball Diverse Abilities celebrated raising over £90,000 at its annual gala ball, held at Poole Lighthouse, which was raising funds for the vital services the charity runs to support children and adults living with disabilities in Dorset, and their families. The Parisian-themed event, which was kindly sponsored by Franses Jewellers of Bournemouth, was an extraordinary evening with over 400 people attending. Adults and families that the charity supports, Diverse Abilities staff, sponsors and other members of the local community had an unforgettable time from the moment they walked in on the red carpet until
carriages arrived at 1am. Guests enjoyed a drinks reception before entering the red-andblack-themed room to a fabulous silk dancer on stage, followed by a three-course meal with wine. During the evening, a group of cancan dancers entertained guests and local band Funkty Dumpty
kept everyone dancing until late. Sue Reid, events manager at Diverse Abilities, said, “Everyone in attendance had a truly memorable night. Words can’t even express how delighted we are with the funds raised. A massive thank you goes to everyone that attended and our sponsors – Franses Jewellers, Global Group, Forelle Estates and Sue Thomas. Without their support the event could
not have happened.” The monies raised at the gala ball, and other events Diverse Abilities runs every year, has a huge impact on the children, adults and families the charity supports. Without
the help of the local community, Diverse Abilities could not run its services and make a difference to those it cares for, providing children and adults a future they deserve and being a lifeline to parents.
Diverse Abilities staff and voluneers at the Gala Ball © Nick Rutter
Coffee Brand Gives Back Christchurch based brand Lindsey Sturman, Jimmy’s Iced Coffee has fundraising manager of unveiled a fully stocked Bournemouth Hospital fridge for staff working in Charity, said, “We’re the emergency department thrilled to see such of The Royal Bournemouth wonderful support from and Christchurch Hospital. Jimmy’s Iced Coffee. The fridge, which was “It is great to see local installed at the hospital companies supporting in Bournemouth on their local hospital and this Monday 3 December, amazing gesture has really will enable emergency made our hardworking department staff to grab emergency team feel very a complimentary coffee appreciated. The new whenever they please. fridge and iced coffees will Donating 390 cartons be a welcome addition to of coffee every month is the team’s break area.” the company’s way of saying thank you to all the hardworking hospital staff. Co-founder Suzie Cregan, who unveiled the fridge, said, “Our fridge is a way to give back to the incredible, selfless team at our local hospital and reward them for their amazing work. “The whole team are super proud to be supporting the hospital and want to make those long shifts just that little bit easier with a refreshing carton of Jimmy’s.” Staff pose for photo with new fridge Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news please mention 4DORSET Magazine when you contact our advertisers
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While this turn of phrase is used a lot during this time of year, it certainly has some meaning to it. The New Year is the ideal time to make changes that you may have been putting off in the past. by Liam Parker
With 2018 behind us, looking forward to the year ahead can be both an exciting and daunting thought. Implementing changes in your life that you may have been pondering for a while could help you tackle the upcoming year with a positive and fresh outlook.
A new look
Changing your appearance may have more of an impact on the inside than you think. Seeing in the New Year may be the perfect time to say hello to a new image or goodbye to some of your previous hang-ups. Whether it’s a new hairstyle/colour or the decision to shed a few pounds, the start of 2019 is a good time to challenge yourself to make the changes.
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Dance Academy with a strong reputation Footlight Performance Academy is the longest running performing arts school in the Wimborne area, following their successful launch in 1987. To celebrate their 30th year, they’ve had an explosive year of events starting with Strictly Come Dancing judge and former principal ballerina with The Royal Ballet, Darcey Bussell, former Strictly judge Arlene Phillips. Australian actor and dancer from ‘Tap Dogs’ and ‘Coyote Ugly’, Adam Garcia and Sisco Gomez choreographer to Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Take That and many more who
have all come and shared their invaluable expertise and huge experiences with the Footlight students. Footlight has a strong reputation and an enviable alumni list of former pupils, these results only come after years of experience and knowledge. Starting dance at an early age gives boys and girls the best start in life for so many other skills. For all dance, singing and performing arts enquiries contact nina@footlightdance.co.uk or visit www.footlightdance.co.uk for more information.
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An Active New Year What better way to kickstart your ‘New Year New You’ campaign with a FLexercise class taken by Michelle Evans. Michelle trained as a FLexercise teacher 5 years ago, but has over 15 years
experience in the fitness industry. Michelle explains the FLexercise system as a winning mix based on physical exercise, yoga and movement to music. It achieves good posture
and balance through exercise and maintains it through movement and dance, which is why her FLexercise classes have been going from strength to strength, ever since. She says, “I love teaching FLexercise and helping people get moving. Our tag line is ‘Flexible Friendly Fitness’ and we certainly do what it says on the tin.” She is convinced you will leave her class feeling energised, with a smile on your face and a spring in your step, so why not give her classes a try? -| Advertisement feature |-
Turn up and wobble!
The Wobble Room at The Allendale in Wimborne offers a Whole Body Vibration (WBV) workout in just 10 minutes. Originally developed as part of the Russian space programme, WBV has many different health benefits. As well as the more noticeable body toning and reduction of cellulite, WBV also increases bone density, flexibility and mobility and improves pelvic floor muscles, circulation and varicose veins. The Wobble Room is open Monday to Saturday and each session takes just ten minutes. Gym clothes are not necessary and there is no need to book – just turn up and wobble.
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A new hobby
A new place
For those who have been thinking about a hobby for years but haven’t quite taken the step, why not do so now? Thinking of joining a local sports team? Always wanted to learn Italian? Desperate to get cooking? Or just want to meet new people? Starting a new hobby can be a great way to infuse the year with more time for you. Having a hobby can not only help you meet like-minded people but it can also teach you new things, even at times when you believed you were finished with learning. So dust off your trainers, pick up that phrase book, get your apron on or follow anything else that interests you. Now is the time to do it. Hobbies are a great way to make this coming year even better.
With the idea of change in the air it is easy to start to think about all the ways we can change our lives. And while a new look or a new skill are great things to help make you feel good this year, neither are as big of a change as moving home can be. Many of us have lived in one location, or even one building, for the majority of our lives. While this is the ideal environment for lots, as they have found where it is they want to stay, others may desire some new scenery. If it’s the place itself, or just the home you’re living in, moving can be a big change to make. 2019 may give you a chance to explore somewhere new or find the place you want to wake up in every day. If you are thinking of renting your home or perhaps finding a place of your own, why not do it this year? While moving may be a possible change to make no matter what time of the year, the start of a new year could be the right push you need to do something about it.
A new way of thinking
Changing the way you think may seem like the smallest of changes on this list but it can have just as much effect as the others – if not more. Taking time to think positively about you and how you want the year ahead to go can be the best pathway to a new you. Try to clear out any negativity, as negative thoughts will hold you back. Positive thinking can really help you visualise what it is you want so that you can make the relevant changes. This will help you discover what parts of the old you that you want to bring into the new year. -| Advertisement feature |-
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What mindfulness can do for you
Mindfulness can help us be more fully present in each moment of our lives, appreciate enjoyable experiences and cope better with the stresses of everyday life. Joining an eight-week course will enable you to cultivate your mindfulness practice and enhance your well-being. The next course will start on 4 February 2019 and run 7-9pm for eight weeks, with a practice day on 16 March. Courses take place at Sarpenela Natural Therapies Centre, Farnham, Dorset, DT11 8DG. www.mildfulnessdorset.co.uk -| Advertisement feature |-
Landlords, where do you start?
Every day more legislation seems to be introduced by Government, Belvoir’s job as your letting agent is to ensure that they keep you on the right side of the law. Whether you manage your own rental properties or want them managed for you, they will ensure everything that they do is compliant. Bring your property to Belvoir Christchurch in January and enjoy up to 50% off of their letting and management fees, this applies to landlords transferring from other agents -T&Cs apply. Call Jeremy today or email jeremy.clark@belvoirlettings.com for full details. Belvoir covers the BH23 and BH25 postcode areas.
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Do you feel uncomfortable in a ‘normal’ gym? Do you want to feel fitter and healthier? Would you like to workout with women only in a friendly and safe environment? If so, WOW Ladies Fitness is the place for you.
They are a ladies only fitness club in Wimborne with members ranging from 18 - 88. With a wonderful team on hand, WOW Ladies Fitness offers advice and encouragement with real meaning to help
you along your individual fitness journey. Known for being ‘the friendliest gym in town’ WOW Ladies Fitness invites you to come down for a cuppa and find out for yourself.
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Free healthy living advice and coaching Have you ever tried to lose weight, get active, drink less alcohol or quit smoking? It’s tough isn’t it? Seven in ten of us have two or more unhealthy habits. Two thirds of us are trying to lose weight most of the time. You are not alone. LiveWell Dorset has supported more than 20,000 people in Dorset to make a lifestyle change. Here’s Bernie’s story: Bernie weighed 19 stone, had high blood pressure and was at risk of diabetes. He had a lightbulb moment when spending time with his grandson, prompting him into action. He said, “I realised that I’d miss out if I didn’t change.” He called advisors who discussed his options. LiveWell Dorset offered a threemonth weight loss program voucher, explored his alcohol consumption and
physical activity. He chose to quit drinking alcohol completely. Bernie now weighs 13 stone. He added, “LiveWell Dorset have literally helped me to live well.” LiveWell Dorset is a free health service provided by your council. Their advice and coaching will guide you to a healthier lifestyle. Do you want to become more active, lose weight, quit smoking or drink less alcohol? Contact LiveWell Dorset.
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– Live in Concert hosted by Anita Rani Take a deep breath and discover a whole new world hidden beneath the surface of the sea. BBC presenter Anita Rani is to host Blue Planet II – Live In Concert. The 13-date arena tour starts on 13 March at Bournemouth International Centre. Blue Planet II – Live In Concert will present incredible visuals from the BAFTA Award winning BBC One landmark series, highlighting the amazing natural wonders of our blue planet, projected on a giant state of the art 4K Ultra HD LED screen. The concert will feature exciting visuals including the ‘folklore-turned-reality’ sea lion tuna hunt. TV personality, Anita Rani is a household name as one of the presenters of the BBC One series Countryfile, and regularly presents the BBC’s One Show amongst other programmes. Rani said, “I am really honoured to have the role of host on the Blue Planet II Live In Concert arena tour. The TV series was such a fantastic and enlightening show and has really empowered society to view our oceans and environment with a great deal more care. I can’t wait to stand on stage with an 80-piece orchestra and huge screen showing some of that incredible Blue Planet II footage, it should be an amazing experience.” Accompanied by the original music score by Bleeding Fingers Music, composed by Hans
Zimmer, Jacob Shea and David Fleming, the concert will be performed live by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, and conducted by Matthew Freeman. Blue Planet II was the most watched TV programme of 2017 in the UK, reaching 37.6m viewers.
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The Private Ear Clinic now offer hearing aids and home visits In June 2018, The Private Ear Clinic opened their 5th clinic location on the high street in Wimborne. Having already been situated in Lymington, Hythe, Romsey and Milford on Sea, they made the big move into Dorset. Their purpose-built clinic offers a wide range of services including waterfree wax removal, hearing tests, custom-made earplugs, tinnitus and hearing therapy and now hearing aids to suit every need. The Private Ear Clinic welcomes walk-in clients on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 10am-4pm and can now offer home visits to clients’ homes or into care homes. So, if you, your child, your loved one or someone you care for needs a helping hand with their ears, The Private Ear Clinic can help. All their staff are NHS trained and have many years’ experience in all things ears. With their friendly, kind approach and clean, comfortable clinics, The Private Ear Clinic really are a one-stop shop for all things ears! Along with FREE consultations and many 5-star reviews, they offer the above services at very affordable prices. Due to the wide range of services offered, you won’t need to keep searching around many different providers, so you can contact them on 07514 417556, knowing you’re in safe hands.
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The night Father Christmas arrived in style on a trike in West Moors also heralded the second Red Barrows charity fun race. With five entries, the Red Barrows got off to a flying start and the winners were St Mary’s School. It was Ian Reid who steered the team to victory with his son Adam as the passenger in a red wheelbarrow. Adam’s brother Ewan won the Christmas card competition.
Convicted sex offender back behind bars Robin © David Tipling (rspb-images.com)
Look after your birds RSPB South West is asking the public to provide food, water and shelter for garden birds throughout the winter months. Spokesperson, Morwenna Alldis, offers these top tips: • Food – to help keep birds warm, put out food that is high in fat, such as sunflower seeds, peanuts or fatbased food bars. Remove any netting and place the food into a feeder or directly onto a bird table - birds can become trapped and injured by getting caught on mesh. Adjust the amount of food you put out according to your birds’ appetites – a build-up of uneaten remnants can quickly turn rancid, so regularly discard leftovers. Feed twice a day (if demand calls for it), once in the morning and again early afternoon. • Water - provide fresh water daily in a birdbath, pond or shallow container – birds need to drink and bathe and natural sources can freeze. If the water you put out freezes, you can pour hot water over the surface to melt it. Never add salt. A light ball on the surface of a pond will help to keep a small area from freezing. • Shelter - autumn/winter is the perfect time to install a nest box. Birds can investigate the box now, before nesting season begins. And you may even find that some birds use the box as a winter roost. Now your birds are coming to you regularly because you have encouraged them, get ready for the 40th Big Garden Birdwatch Survey, which runs from 26–28 January. For your free 40th anniversary Big Garden Birdwatch pack, which includes a bird identification chart, RSPB shop voucher and advice to help you attract wildlife to your garden, text BIRD to 70030 or visit www.rspb.org.uk/ birdwatch
A convicted sex offender is back behind bars after admitting further offences against a teenage girl. Connor Hayes, 25, of no fixed abode, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on 26 November 2018 after pleading guilty to two counts of causing or inciting a child aged 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity and causing a child aged 13 to 15 to watch a sexual act. He was sentenced to a total of 21 months in prison. He was also told he would be placed on the Sex Offenders’ Register for 10 years and the previous Sexual Harm Prevention Order he was already subject to, was to be extended to 2028 and amended to exclude him contacting girls aged under 16. In December 2016, Hayes was jailed for two years after admitting to taking an indecent moving image of a child, possession of indecent images of a child and paying for the sexual services of a child. He befriended his victim in
Hayes
Red Barrows seen flying through West Moors
2014 when the girl was aged over 16. Although she was over the age of consent she was aged under 18, which means it is illegal to make or possess indecent images of her. He and a second man got the girl to take part in a sex video claiming it was just for him, but subsequently uploaded it to the internet. It was during the course of this investigation that the offences relating to the most recent convictions were discovered. These included contacting a 14-year-old girl via Facebook and then over Skype. During Skype videos Hayes asked the victim to undress and perform sexual acts. He also exposed himself to the girl. There is more on this story at www.mags4dorset. co.uk
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Local author, Alan Bennett, launched ‘Portrait of a Town’ last month in the Allendale Centre 25 years after his first book with the same title was released. Both are about a year in the life of the town of Wimborne Minster 25 years apart. A number of the people he interviewed attended the launch. Margaret and Rob Cave, believed to have been the oldest couple in the country to marry in 2018, were present. They feature in the book, and Jonathan Scouse played part of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No 2, the music from the classic film ‘Brief Encounter’ in which Margaret appeared as the tea girl in 1945. Bennett’s book is available from Gullivers Bookshop and Wimborne Tourist Information Centre. Priced £20. He is donating £2 from every sale to be shared between the Friends of Victoria Hospital and Wimborne Friendly Dementia Community.
Bennett with current mayor Cllr Kelly Webb seated with former mayors who were interviewed during the production of the book © Christine Oliver
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The
George Review by Liam Parker
The town of Fordingbridge is full of delicious eateries, and The George is no exception.
S
ituated alongside the River Avon makes this beautiful 18th century pub even more picturesque. Lit up on a pitch black winter evening, The George sits well with the surrounding buildings, yet somehow stands out. The chatter from the other diners could be heard even over the sounds of the river, as like us, they had come to enjoy the food. With several areas for dining, from a relaxed pub-style room to the one that was more typical of a restaurant, where we were seated, I felt that the George would be ideal for all occasions. Whether it’s a relaxed birthday meal or a night out with friends, the choice of dining areas makes it the go-to place for almost every eating out scenario I could think of. I decided to take Connor, the only person I know who loves food as much as I do, to The George. Having visited before, he was keen to go back.
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Risotto
To call myself a mushroom-lover would be an understatement, so the Portobello Mushroom Risotto with Isle of Wight Blue stood out on the Starters/Lighter Bites menu for me, while Connor opted for the Pumpkin, Chestnut and Sage Soup. If anything, the risotto made my love for mushrooms even stronger as, along with the blue cheese, it was so flavourful I could have eaten it again as a main course without hesitation. Connor’s starter was served with three different types of bread, two savoury and one sweet containing cranberries. I tried a spoonful of his soup with speculation as I couldn’t imagine the flavours together. To my surprise the sage balanced the chestnut and pumpkin so well that it made a powerful, yet tasty, combination. Once we had finished our starters I made a point to go out into the garden before the mains came. I could have not got closer to the river without being in it, which I wouldn’t recommend at seven
o’clock during the middle of winter. Warmed, not only visually by the lights decorating the outside area, but also by the outside heating, it made the perfect place to come and enjoy a drink at any time of day. I could tell that the garden area was perfect
Soup
for the summer. Sitting along the river for lunch or dinner during the warmer and lighter evenings is “very popular” said a member of staff as I spoke with her about the appeal The George has with visitors year-round. Pulling myself away from the riverside was
Steak
Halloumi Burger
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foodie news made a lot easier by the thought of the Halloumi Burger with Roasted Pepper and Hummus served with Sweet Potato fries I had ordered. It came along with Connor’s order of Fillet Steak with Grilled Plum Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Watercress, Onion Rings, Triple Cooked Chips with a Garlic and Herb Butter. The crispy halloumi with soft hummus is a great combo and The George went one step further freshening it up with roasted peppers all between a soft brioche bun. This made it one of the best veggie burgers I’ve ever had. Sat next to a portion of sweet potato fries, it was hard to believe someone hadn’t read my mind when coming up with this dish. At the other end of the table the fillet steak presented itself as a more classic dish but was just as flavoursome, in a very different way. Wonderfully cooked onion rings sat on top of a steak, that you could almost have cut with a spoon, alongside chunky chips. After a brief break and a discussion with the waitress about the best desserts, we decided to try the Brioche Bread and Butter Pudding with Chocolate and Cranberry with Vanilla Ice Cream and the Rolo Brownie that also came with vanilla ice cream. My first thought when trying the bread and butter pudding was confusion as to why I hadn’t heard of it being made with brioche
bread before. It was just the way it should be, with that extra sweetness from the brioche being the icing on the cake. I could understand why the Rolo brownie was a “customer favourite” as it brought together a
Rolo Brownie
traditionally harder dessert with the softness of the classic chocolate and caramel sweet. With nothing to criticise, it was easy to gorge at The George and I can’t wait to go back again.
Bread and butter pudding
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what’s on
this month Details were correct at the time of going to print but readers are advised to check before attending events
4 January
Durlston Country Park: monthly Bird Walk. Look out for winter bird life on a guided walk. £3 per ticket, visit www. durlston.co.uk or call 01929 424443 for more information.
4-6 January
‘Sleeping Beauty’ at Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth. From the producers of ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ comes one of the most traditional and popular pantomimes of all time. Visit www.bhlivetickets.co.uk for more information.
5 - 7 January
12-26 January 9.30am – 11.30am
New Year Nordic Walking at Corfe Castle. Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking which makes it suitable for all levels of fitness. It engages more muscles than ordinary walking whilst being low impact and can be taken at your own pace. Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.
14 January 2pm
Tree-cycle. Diverse abilities will collect your Christmas tree for a small donation and advise booking early to avoid disappointment. Visit www.diverseabilities.org.uk/ trees
Wimborne Horticultural Society present ‘Kingston Lacy Garden throughout the year’ by Andrew Hunt, Head Gardener. Members £1, non-members £3. Visit www. wimbornehorticulturalsociety. btck.co.uk for details.
6 January
14 January 2.30pm
‘Cinderella’ at the Tivoli Theatre. Box office: 01202 885566. Website www. tivoliwimborne.co.uk
11 January 10am-3.30pm
Blandford Vintage Fair. Over 30 stalls selling vintage finds in the historic Shambles and Corn Exchange, Blandford. £1 entry (children go free).
12 January 9.30am-10.30am
Code Club at Ringwood Library for children ages 8-11. Start your Sprite journey into Scratch and Python. Free entry.
12 January 10am – 2.30pm
Bridport Veganuary Market in Bridport Town Hall. From vegans to those just curious, Bridport Town Hall has much to offer when it comes to plantbased food. Entry is free.
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West Moors Horticultural Society illustrated talk ‘The Shady Garden’ by Alan Edmondson at West Moors Memorial Hall. More details: Sue Hamlett on 01202 871536.
16 January - 24 March Miracle of Migration exhibition at Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage.
17 January 2.30pm
A fun quiz for members and friends of Verwood U3A. Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Road, BH31 7AA. £2.50 per person.
January 18
‘Someone Like You: The Adele Songbook’ at Lighthouse, Poole. Handpicked by Adele herself on a BBC special, Kate Markham will be delivering some of Adele’s hits in a concert performance. For tickets call 01202 280000 or visit www.lighthousepoole. co.uk.
19-26 January
‘Cinderella’ at the Regent Centre, Christchurch. It’s the ultimate rags-to-riches story as the celebrated, award winning Highcliffe Charity Players return to enchant us with one of the nation’s favourite pantomimes. Call 01202 499199 or visit www. theregentcentre.co.uk
22 January 7pm
‘To Eritrea and Ethiopia: Retracing a Victorian Expedition’ with John Pilkington. John will present his lively new talk on recent travel adventures. Tickets cost £5 each and can purchased by calling 01425474255 or by visiting hants.gov.uk/shop
23-26 January
Verwood Pantomime Society presents ‘Robin Hood & Babes In The Wood’. Box office: 01202 828740. Visit www. verwoodpantomimesociety. co.uk for more information.
26 January - 3 February
Annual Art Exhibition at the Town Mill Malthouse Gallery Lyme Regis. Visit www. townmill.org.uk for more information.
26 January 2.30pm
Kipling’s India lecture by Andrew Lycett at The Old School, Sturminster Marshall. Tickets £6. Tel: 01258857528.
27 January 10.30am-4pm
27 January
Snow Patrol at Bournemouth International Centre. The band will be performing songs from their first album in seven years ‘Wildness’. Visit www. bic.co.uk for tickets and more information.
30 January 7.30pm
New Forest Jazz Workshop at Godshill Village Hall. For further information call 01425 650770 or email hippotrain@ btinternet.com.
6 February 7.30pm
Vera Riddell ‘Vive la Différence’, Ferndown French Circle at the Barrington Centre. Members £3. Visitors £5. More info from 01202 526918.
11 February 2pm
Wimborne Horticultural Society presents ‘Adventures In Yunnan Province of China’ by Rosemary LeGrand. Members £1, nonmembers £3. Visit www. wimbornehorticulturalsociety. btck.co.uk for details.
11 February 2.15pm
West Moors Horticultural Society talk on woodcarving and stick making by Mike Tuck at West Moors Memorial Hall. More details: Sue Hamlett on 01202 871536.
21 February 7.30pm
Volunteer Fair at Lyndhurst Community Centre. The fair showcases opportunities from groups including Pondhead Conservation Trust, Hampshire Swifts and Oakhaven Hospice Trust and more than 30 others. Free to visit.
‘Hairy Bikers: On the road again’ in the Concert Hall, Lighthouse Poole. A night of cooking and conversation with national treasures Si King and Dave Myers. For tickets call 01202 280000 or visit www. lighthousepoole.co.uk.
21 February 2pm Gale Gould talks about ‘The Hampshire Wonder and other tales from history’ in this U3A Ringwood monthly meeting. Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, BH24 1DW
24 February 10am - 1pm.30pm Upton Wood volunteer day Poole. A volunteer day to help manage Upton Wood. Visit www.dorsetforyou.gov.uk for more information.
27 February 7.30pm New Forest Jazz Workshop at Godshill Village Hall. For further information call 01425650770 or email hippotrain@btinternet.com.
6 March 7.30pm Susan Seigle-Morris ‘Ma vie de pilote de rallyes’, Ferndown French Circle at the Barrington Centre. Members £3. Visitors £5. More info from 01202 526918.
11 March 2.30pm West Moors Horticultural Society illustrated talk ‘The National Garden Scheme’ by David Moon at West Moors Memorial Hall. More details: Sue Hamlett on 01202 871536.
16 March Iran – Land of Great Kings, Shahs and Ayatollahs lecture by John Osbourne at The Old School, Sturminster Marshall. Tickets £6. Tel: 01258857528.
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A Workshop for The Ferndown Model Society The RBL Ferndown Model Society was formed in February 2016 with an initial membership of 14 and has since grown to over 40. One of the aims the society is to help and improve members modelling skills, which they do at regular meetings at the Royal British legion building in Church Road, Ferndown and at modelling days at Hobbycraft, Ferndown Library and Amberwood House. They said, we have now got to the stage where we ourselves require help to further more projects such as these. We are desperately seeking a secure workshop in the Ferndown Area; a lockable unit the size of a double garage (or larger) with power and light, where we can work two or three times a week with different groups. We will pay any power bills and insurance but are asking for free use of the premises. We already do a lot within the community but want to do much more – can you help? Contact Tony Ansell (Chairman) on 07815 824841 for more information. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news please mention 4DORSET Magazine when you contact our advertisers
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Moors Valley launches exhibition
Members of the League of Friends Bournemouth (seated) with members of the RBCH team and Lindsey Sturman from Bournemouth Hospital Charity
League of Friends Bournemouth Charity closes After 64 years, the League of Friends Bournemouth Charity closed its doors for the last time on 21 December 2018. Some of its members had served for over 25 years, with the oldest being 104 and still knitting bed socks to sell in the League of Friends Charity shop at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The charity’s primary objective was to support and fund equipment for RBH. They had funded everything from shower gel and combs to transportation for patients and big ticket items, with their most recent being an £80,000 piece of equipment for the urology department. Rosie Havers, the chair of the League of Friends Bournemouth Charity said she was going to miss the charity “terribly” as it was a big part of her life, but she was leaving in the knowledge that it had helped all the different wards and departments. She added, “I would like to thank all the knitters, sewers and crafters who have supported us and the people that attended our summer fetes and Christmas fayres throughout the years, because without
them we wouldn’t have been able to raise the money that we did for the hospital.” BJ Waltho, the associate director of operations at the RBH said, “The money that the League of Friends have given the Trust over the past 64 years has been amazing. Their focus has always been helping in any way they can in order to make it better for our patients. Both patients and staff have benefited from their generous donations. Their fundraising over the years has been exemplary and unstinting for which the Trust is extremely grateful. Everyone associated with the League of Friends should be very proud of what they have achieved.” BH Charity will still be fundraising for the hospital through events and its Bournemouth Hospital charity shop, which will still be accepting donations. For more information visit BHCharity.org or call the charity office on 01202 704060.
Wimborne Save The Children parade 2018
A new photography exhibition has launch at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest that helps celebrate the beauty of the local area. The exhibition entitled “Wessex Wandering” started Saturday 1 December 2018 and runs until Sunday 13 January 2019. Wessex Wandering features a variety of images containing local landscapes throughout Hampshire and Dorset, focusing on coastal, urban and country themes. The photographs feature some of the best-known spots across the region, as well as lesser-known areas. The exhibition has the work of Toni Poland, known locally as the Chairman of East Dorset District Council, Cllr Toni Coombs. Cllr Coombs has won a variety of awards for her photography, and currently holds the prestigious Licentiate of the Royal Photographic Society. She looked forward to display her work at Moors Valley Country Park. She said, “Moors Valley Country Park has a very high reputation for their art exhibitions and I feel honoured to have my work chosen to be displayed in the visitor centre over the Christmas period. “I hope that visitors will take a little time out from all the other exciting activities at the park, including their Festive Christmas Trail, to take a look at the exhibition – maybe visit Seasons café for a hot chocolate after all that fresh winter air.” A selection of photographs are available to purchase in a variety of formats from the exhibition. Please ask a member of staff at the exhibition for more details. The visitors centre at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest is open daily from 9am to 4.30pm. For more details on the exhibition at Moors Valley you can visit their website here: www. moors-valley.co.uk
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Purrfect landlords Cats Protection has launched a major new campaign to help more people living in rented housing own a cat.
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he UK’s largest cat charity is offering free guidance to landlords and letting agents to help ensure that tenancy agreements reflect modern day living. Issues over finding catfriendly housing have been one of the top five reasons recorded by Cats Protection for cats being handed into the charity’s adoption centres over the past 12 months. Cats Protection’s research shows that less than half (42%) of private rented housing allows cats
in the UK. Jacqui Cuff, Cats Protection’s head of Advocacy and Government Relations, said, “More and more people are renting their homes either by choice or necessity, yet very few rented properties accept cats. This means tenants are missing out on being able to own a cat, while landlords may be losing out on responsible and settled tenants.” The charity has launched a new website
full of guidance for landlords and tenants about allowing cats into their properties and addressing any concerns. The website, at www.cats.org. uk.purrfectlandlords includes free, downloadable legal wording for landlords and letting agents to add to their own tenancy agreements, setting out simple conditions on cat ownership to protect and benefit both landlords and tenants.
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A cosy January
With Christmas behind us and a large chunk of the winter still to come your home can feel a little colder, and not just temperature wise. As the nights become longer towards December, our festive decorations often create a warming environment for us to come home to. Once they come down, as the New Year is seen in, we can be left with rooms that feel less inviting. Trying to bring back the winter warmth to your home, without keeping up your tree, may seem difficult but there are small additions that can give your house that cosy feeling until spring is here.
Candles A lot of the time a room can feel cold if the lighting isn’t right. White lighting doesn’t portray the warmth that amber or yellow lighting does. Candles are a perfect way to add that type of glow to your rooms. While real candles can look and smell great, caution must be taken when using them. Candles can cause problems when left unattended or in a bad location. Electric candles can create the same glow without the risk, making them perfect for those with small children or pets.
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Throws
While literally keeping you warmer, when used as a blanket, adding throws to your bed or sofa is a great way to make where you sit or sleep look and feel far more comfortable.
Rugs
In a similar way, rugs can not only keep your feet warm from cold hard floors but can also make the room feel cosier. Open floors can give the illusion of a lot of space, which can be a good thing for smaller rooms that you want to look bigger. However this can have a negative effect in bigger rooms as they tend to feel less cosy. Rugs break up the floor and can make the room look smaller, creating a more snug part of your house.
A change of colour
Throws and rugs will be less effective at making your home feel warmer if they are cold colours. Much like lighting, the colours of the things in your home can add a different mood to a room depending on what they are. Colours such as dark yellows, oranges and reds are ideal for winter as they visually warm up a room. In the final winter months before days start to get brighter, longer and warmer, having a cosy house to come back to on miserable days can make the beginning of the year more cheerful.
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Warning on candle safety While candles are used far more in winter due to the cosy feel they can give to our homes, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is reminding people to take care when using them.
In December, fire crews were called to a property in the north of the Service area, where a candle had been allowed to burn down inside a glass holder, which was placed on top of a satellite television box. Because the candle burned right down, the glass holder overheated and broke. Station manager Greg Izon said, “Fortunately, the occupier returned home before going to work, so discovered the fire and raised the alarm. As such, the damage was contained to the bedroom, but it could have been a lot worse. You should extinguish candles when you leave the room, always make sure none are still burning if you are leaving the house or going to sleep, and only ever use correct holders on solid surfaces.”
The Service has the following advice for the safe use of candles: •
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Never leave lit candles unattended. Put burning candles out when you leave the room, and make sure they’re out completely at night. Place your candles carefully. Make sure they are on a stable surface, out of the reach of pets and children, and keep them away from flammable objects like curtains, furniture, bedding and books. Never place on baths, televisions, set-top boxes or anything else plastic. Don’t move candles once they are lit, and don’t let them burn right down. Don’t burn several candles close together as this might cause the flame to flare.
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Burn candles in a well-ventilated room, out of drafts, vents or air currents. This will help prevent rapid or uneven burning, soot and dripping. Always put scented candles in a heat resistant holder. These candles are designed to liquefy when heated to maximise fragrance. Fit smoke alarms on every level of your home and test them regularly. A working smoke alarm can buy you valuable time. Make sure that everyone in your home knows what to do if a fire should occur, including practising your escape routes.
More home fire safety advice can be found at www.dwfire.org.uk/safety
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Preventing crime in the home Keeping your home safe can be a big concern for any homeowner no matter what their age. However it’s understandable that the elderly may feel unsafe when not taking the right precautions to protect their home from intruders. With doors and windows being at the top of the list when it comes to securing your home, AgeUK have come up with the following tips when asked, “How can I make my doors and windows more secure?”
To prevent burglars from entering your home, fit your front door with: •
An automatic rim latch lock (also called a nightlatch).
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A five-lever mortice deadlock with Kitemark BS 3621.
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A letter box cage to prevent thieves tampering with locks through the letterbox.
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A door peep-hole to check who is outside before deciding whether to open the door.
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A door chain can help screen doorstep callers, but avoid leaving it on all day because this can stop family, carers or emergency services getting into your home if they need to.
You could also fit your back door with the following: •
A five-lever mortice deadlock.
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A security mortice lock and mortice bolt, if you have French doors.
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Locks to patio doors.
Safety is a big concern for most of us and there are small things that can be done to make you feel safer and protect your home. Fit window locks with keys to all downstairs windows and any others that are easy to reach, such as those above a flat roof or near a drainpipe. Other tips include: •
Before you leave home, make sure all windows are closed and doors are locked, including the garage door.
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If you own a bicycle, make sure it is securely locked away.
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Fit good quality locks to shed doors, garages and garden gates.
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Consider fitting alarmed padlocks.
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If you are going away, tell a neighbour and ask them to keep an eye on your home. Let them park a vehicle in your drive so it looks like someone is at home.
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Use timers for your lights, so the house looks occupied at night.
With crime on the increase, it is natural to want to feel safer in the place that means the most to you. Making your home more secure can be achievable with small changes and the right understanding.
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motoring / keeping you on the road.
KEEPING YOUR CAR ON THE ROAD THIS WINTER The first few months of the year are often the dreariest. Cold and dark, without the festivities of December, the poor weather and lack of sun can make everyday things a lot harder. It’s not just us who find it difficult to get moving at this time of year though, as the winter can take a toll on your car. During the lower temperatures people tend to walk a lot less, using their cars for trips that would be deemed too small in the warmer months. And it’s ironic that the time we use our car the most is also the time when it’s the most at risk of having problems. Winter weather can have negative effects on your vehicle, making it more likely to break down, and with the evenings at their darkest and the temperature at its lowest it is potentially the worst time for people to be stranded on the side of the road. While giving your car an MOT isn’t something that you can do yourself, there are small things that can be carried out to make your car a safer place to be when on the road.
Tyres
It’s advisable to have a spare tyre with you in the boot. Many of us forget about our spare tyre until we need it and it’s times like those that can be made much worse without one. The colder air on January days can cause tyres to lose pressure much faster than normal. A tyre’s surface area touches the road far more when the pressure is low, making it more prone to tearing and causing a breakdown, or worse- an accident. So check your pressure regularly. Breaking down on a cold day or night due to a tyre issue can be avoided with regular checks and solved much faster if you have your spare tyre with you.
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motoring Battery
Keeping an eye on the life of your battery is recommended. Like tyres, car batteries are also affected by the cold weather. This is due to the engine needing almost twice the amount of current when temperatures are lower, compared to other times of the year. Most drivers have experienced a dead battery at least once. Whether it’s an issue with the battery itself or simply not turning off the lights causing it to go flat, getting into a car that won’t start is a pain – especially on a cold morning. Monitoring your battery and getting a new one if you’ve been putting it off for a while can help avoid this.
Windscreen
While screen wash may seem like the least of your worries, keeping it topped up during the winter is a legal requirement. There are screen washes that contain antifreeze. These will save the morning rush when ice is on your windscreen. It will also allow you to keep your windscreen and wipers clean as they become dirtier during the cooler, damp weather. Dirt, however, is not the biggest issue for your windscreen when the temperature drops. Cold winds can turn chips into cracks and can even cause them to shatter completely. While this is a risk year-round it is only heightened during winter. Frost from the outside and heating from inside your car can make the glass more prone to these issues. To avoid this, get any chips seen to as soon as possible. Popping into a local garage is ultimately the best way to ensure that your car is doing okay. A winter check or service will allow the experts to spot issues that may otherwise go missed, which can save you money, time and potentially your car. Cars can be such vital parts of our everyday lives and, when the weather is bad, can safely take us to our destinations. Keeping your car healthy can help it keep you on the road this winter.
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2018 Christmas round up
FERNDOWN
A large crowd turned out for the Christmas lights switch on in Ferndown on 24 November. Market stalls, Father Christmas’ grotto and the bandstand lined Penny’s Walk while the Barrington Centre also held a craft fayre. After a short speech, the mayor, Cllr Mrs Jean Read, switched on the lights. The magnificent Ferndown Chamber of Commerce hamper raffle sponsored by Mata Construction, was won by: Mrs B Brown (1st), Mrs S Fletcher (2nd) and Mrs M Leach (3rd).
Dan, Ella, Neve
Nativity
Santa holding Fred
RINGWOOD
Christmas got underway in Ringwood on 2 December. Stalls, funfair attractions, bubbly snow and entertainment kept the crowd amused until the arrival of Father Christmas who had been kept busy in his grotto beforehand. Jacob
BROADSTONE
Led by Father Christmas, the Broadstone Parade on 1 December was an absolute treat. Dozens of walking entries and marching bands filled the streets with joy, colour, music and creativity. The community spirited event included all ages, but the children definitely stole the show.
‘Mary’
The mayor It’s snowing
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Ella (9)
Eddie Howe © Tom Scrase Hampers
WIMBORNE
Eddie Howe © Tom Scrase
Having a ball with Eddie Howe
Tayla (4) and Santa
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Premier League Football manager Eddie Howe, ‘tripped’ the switch to illuminate the town on 24 November. The day’s events included a variety of entertainment. But it was clear that Howe was going to be the star of the show. A Militia Guard of Honour escorted him to a champagne reception at the Square Chinese where he met the mayor, Cllr Mrs Kelly Webb and other dignitaries. The mayor said, “What a superb day. Eddie was very generous with his time. After the switch on he signed lots of autographs and had photos taken with fans. We’re very grateful that he was able to make time for the town where he went to school. It was really appreciated by everyone.” Follow 4DORSET MAGAZINE on FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/4Dorsetmagazine
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