4Dorset February 2018

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February 2018 Volume 15 Issue 7

Broadstone Christchurch Colehill | Ferndown Merley | West Parley Wimborne Ashley Heath | Bournemouth Canford Heath | Kinson Poole | Ringwood | St Ives Three Legged Cross Verwood | West Moors

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£180,000 diesel oil leak

4DORSET Volume 15 • Issue 7 • February 2018 Hello Readers

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This month sees our first major feature dedicated to local charities. They are many and varied, each devoted to their cause and keen to let you know where they are and what they do.

We work closely with charities and support a specific one each year. This year it’s Forest Holme Hospice in Poole (page 7). Our charity feature is separate and starts on the centre pages with Waggy Tails Rescue.

As most readers will know, we have worked with Waggy Tails for around 15 years (since the days of Town & Village) promoting their dogs regularly in our magazines. But guess what? The homeless canines have all been photographed in time for Valentine’s Day and they look so appealing in hearts.

The last time we put a Waggy Tails’ dog in a heart, she was re-homed straight away and to remind you of the instance, we’ve included the cover shot of Patch on Town & Village in February 2008 with her story. You will find 21 dogs searching for their ideal partners as well as Shay on our front cover. Fingers crossed that each will find their perfect match.

Another perfect match for you could be a £60 dining out voucher. Who doesn’t like dining out? For your chance to win turn to pages 28 and 29.

There’s also plenty of local news and lots to events highlighted in our Around and About section, so get stuck in, have a great month, including a happy Valentine’s Day.

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Hungry guests look on the bright side You are not herring rumours. It reel-y was almost a case of no fishes on the dishes at the Poole Lifeboat Sprats Supper hosted at Lilliput Sailing Club on 5 January. A power cut took out the electricity when the chefs were about to start cooking 50 kilos of sprats for over 60 hungry guests.

In the half-light, the banter went off the scale. The bar fortunately wasn’t a ‘fishue’, as it didn’t require any electricity to run and a novelty candlelit raffle added to the ambience.

The time went swimmingly and the power was restored an hour or so later when the chefs got to work and the sprats were served.

One of the chefs, Poole lifeboat volunteer Jonathan Clark, explained that the sprats supper is a long-standing tradition going back to the days when the RNLI lifeboat was based at Salterns. The evening now helps raise money for Poole lifeboat chefs fin-ished the night by Poole Lifeboat Station. making the sprats supper happen “It is important for us to continue the tradition,” he said. “Thanks to all at the sailing club who helped to make the sprats supper happen, we will all remember this one for a while.”

The other chefs were ex-crew Mikey Hallard and recently retired LOM Rod Brown. All did brill-iantly.

Ferndown residents take note Ferndown’s annual town meeting will take place on Tuesday 6 March at 6pm at the Barrington Centre, Pennys Walk, Ferndown. Residents will have the opportunity hear about the work of the town council during the previous year and ask

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questions. Guest speaker is Ms Liz Bourne, a freelance facilitator for neighbourhood planning – a current hot topic. For more information contact the Ferndown Town Council Offices on 01202 892249 or email: enquiries@ferndown.gov.uk

Christchurch marks Holocaust Memorial Day

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olocaust Memorial Day will be marked on 29 January in Christchurch at the site on Christchurch Quay where a Holocaust Memorial was unveiled in 2015.

Prior to the event, Cllr Nick Geary, Mayor of Christchurch said, “Holocaust

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Memorial Day is an opportunity for us all to honour and remember those who have suffered, and continue to suffer, at the hands of an oppressive regime. It is vital that the lessons of history should be remembered to ensure we create a safer world for future generations.”

£180,000 diesel oil leak Two contractors have been ordered to pay more than £180,000 in fines and costs for polluting groundwater with over 11,000 litres of diesel oil during the re-development of Christchurch Hospital.

Kier Construction Limited (KIER), and their sub-contractor BKP Waste Recycling Limited (BKP), were sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on 12 January after earlier pleading guilty to an offence under the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2010.

The case was brought by the Environment Agency at the end of a lengthy

investigation that uncovered negligence on the part of both contractors.

Oil escaped from a poorly-made connection in the oil supply pipework, which failed during routine testing of heating systems at the hospital in November 2014. The spillage polluted groundwater.

KIER was fined £100,000 with £30,301 costs and BKP was fined £10,200 with £42,851 costs.

Ian Withers of the Environment Agency said the incident was entirely

avoidable and that the two companies “failed to understand the extent of the work required and mitigate the risks.”

If you are concerned about pollution to water or land, call 0800 807060.

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The Dorset Devils A wheelchair basketball club, run by the Dorset Destroyers Wheelchair Rugby Club, will be officially launched on 21 February in the presence of the Mayor of Poole Cllr Lindsay Wilson. The Dorset Devils will be offering free taster sessions on Wednesday evenings until 7 February at Rossmore Leisure Centre, Herbert Avenue, Poole. To find out more phone Sue on 07747 586006.

LAW SPOT Head of Conveyancing, Karen Liddiard, Harold G Walker Solicitors Welcome relief for first time buyers

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he recent budget announcement to waive stamp duty for first-time buyers was a very welcome step to aid those trying to get their foot on the first rung of the property ladder.

With ever-increasing property prices, in recent years it has become more and more difficult to save the deposit needed to purchase that much sought-after starter home.

On top of the deposit, first-time buyers need to budget for legal fees, survey and mortgage fees,

and until November this year, Stamp Duty Land Tax. On a first time purchase of £275,000 stamp duty alone was a further £3,750.

With the November budget announcement this is now waived for first time buyers purchasing a property up to a value of £300,000.

Other help already available to first-time buyers is the Help to Buy ISA, which provides a bonus payment for those first-time buyers purchasing for less than £250,000 (or up to £450,000 in London) and can provide a further

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boost to savings of up to £3,000.

This is all great news for newcomers to the property market, meaning that the dream of owning a property can be a step closer.

For further information regarding buying your first home, contact Harold G Walker’s Conveyancing team who will be happy to help you.

Free legal advice clinic extends hours Harold G Walker Solicitors of Christchurch have extended the opening hours of their popular free legal advice clinic. Delivered on the third Tuesday of the month from their office on Bargates High Street, the opening hours are now 10am-2pm. The

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experienced team can advise on a variety of matters including family law, wills, probate, conveyancing, employment law and litigation. Details of the firm’s other free clinics can be found at www.hgwalker. co.uk/clinics or call 01202 203300.

charity of the year Are you looking for the challenge of a lifetime?

In 2018, Forest Holme Hospice Charity can help you to experience the challenge of a lifetime by signing up for a local, national or international fundraising trek or adventure.

Signing up for a charity challenge can help you to achieve your New Year’s resolutions – be that getting fit, pushing your boundaries or doing something incredible to enable you to change the lives of others through fundraising.

Take part in a local running event, skydive at 13,000ft, wing walk at speeds of 130mph, or take on an overseas adventure challenge.

Hannah O’Hare, fundraising manager at Forest Holme Hospice Charity said, “Our supporters have taken part in incredible adventures over the past 23 years including a Sahara desert trek, Icelandic Lava walk, international marathons and intercontinental bike rides – amongst many others.”

By fundraising for Forest Holme Hospice Charity, you will be helping their specialist teams care for over 1,000 local adults each year living with a life-limiting illness.

Anne Currie, charity manager at Forest

Holme said, “It’s so important for us to make sure that we provide consistent and unconditional care not just now, but also in the future.”

For more information on how you can support the vital work of the charity, please contact 01202 670644 or visit: www.forestholmehospice.org.uk

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Man jailed for unprovoked stabbing A man who stabbed a worker at a Poole industrial estate multiple times has been jailed.

Daniel Nathan Lowe, aged 27, of Swanage, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on 2 January after admitting charges of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent, possessing an offensive weapon, aggravated taking a vehicle without consent and possession of cannabis.

He received an eight-year prison sentence, with an extended licence period of a further four years. He was also disqualified from driving for 69 months and made the subject of a restraining order for 10 years, prohibiting him from contacting the victim.

On 16 June last year, Lowe went to Tyre City on Hatch Pond Road at the Nuffield Industrial Estate. He chatted with the victim, a 31-year-old man, who worked at the business and was known to Lowe.

They got into the victim’s car. Lowe suddenly launched an unprovoked attack, stabbing the man in the chest a number of times. The victim got out of the car and tried to run away but was pursued by Lowe and slipped and fell. As he did so Lowe stabbed him in the back and continued to stab him.

Workers heard the victim’s screams and saw Lowe with a knife, stabbing the man. The victim was eventually able to run to a nearby business, where a member of

Daniel Lowe: eight years in prison for stabbing man in Poole

staff shut the door so Lowe could not follow him. Lowe was seen to get into the victim’s car and drive away.

The vehicle was spotted in the Oakdale area and police observed it crashing into another vehicle and failing to stop at the scene. Lowe then drove to Poole police station and ran into the building, where he was arrested. A kitchen knife was seized from the driver’s side door of the car. Lowe admitted the attack, but gave no details on his motive.

The victim sustained multiple injuries to his abdomen, chest and limbs and a deep wound to his stomach that caused damage to his pancreas. He required surgery but is expected to make a full recovery.

Detective Sergeant Jessica Pearcey, of Bournemouth CID thanked the members of the public and staff from local businesses who came to the victim’s aid and those who assisted the investigation by providing witness statements.

Poole childcare providers ‘outstanding’ Ofsted inspectors have judged 100% of Poole’s early years childcare groups and childminders to be ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’.

Some 148 early years providers operating in Poole have undergone Ofsted inspections to evaluate their overall quality and standards.

Good and outstanding judgements require providers to show that they deliver

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a high standard of teaching, effective safeguarding and ensure that all children feel safe and happy.

The Poole Family Information Directory (FID) can provide help and support to families looking for suitable childcare in the town, along with providing one-toone assistance. See the website at: www. poolefamilyinformationdirectory.com

On the flip side The Pancake Races around Wimborne Minster and Christchurch are set to run again this year. Both races take place on Shrove Tuesday, 13 February.

For Wimborne, all competitors should report to the North Porch of the Minster by 10.30am to enrol, complete with their frying pan and ready cooked pancake.

There will be individual races for all ages in Wimborne and prizes for the winners.

Further details are available from John

Bunting of the Organising Committee on 01202 886256.

The Christchurch Food Festival Charity Pancake Race will take place on the Bowling Green opposite the Kings Arms Hotel. Teams of four who reckon they can toss a good pancake should enter. It costs £25 per team. Book on Eventbrite or email Cheryl Davies at hello@theeventpa. co.uk for details. Proceeds will go to the Festival’s own charity, the Education Trust.

Continuing support for QE School Wealth management company Blue Sky Financial Planning has renewed its Young Chamber sponsorship of Queen Elizabeth School in Wimborne.

The Government’s Careers Strategy published in December places emphasis on interaction between business and education. While QE School is proactive with its engagement of businesses through its careers service, the Young Chamber programme supports them by coordinating with Dorset Chamber’s membership companies that are happy to engage with schools.

This includes providing speakers on specific subjects, arranging student visits to companies, enabling teachers and staff to spend time in industry, helping schools to access businesses to help with mock interviews and careers fairs, and recruiting governors where needed. In some schools the programme has also led to businesses helping with specific areas such as mentoring and inspirational talks for disengaged students.

Gary Neild, managing director at Blue Sky Financial Planning said, “I have been impressed by

QE school with regards to their passion for providing students with added learning opportunities, particularly when linking with businesses. It’s important to look outwards and ensure that academic studies have a sense of purpose and relevance.

They certainly get this at QE and I am delighted to announce that Blue Sky will once again be sponsoring QE as part of the Dorset Young Chamber programme.”

Young Chamber in Dorset is working closely with the Careers and Enterprise Company and Local Enterprise Partnership, all of whom are addressing the need for greater involvement between businesses and schools, for the benefit of young people entering the world of work.

Joan Senior, Young Chamber coordinator, said,“Young Chamber in Dorset does not rely on public funding, therefore the support of businesses is invaluable.

The programme works by creating an initial engagement between the sponsor and the school, whilst also unlocking the potential for schools to access 700+ Dorset Chamber members, ranging from SMEs to global enterprise companies across a wide range of sectors.”

Young Chamber in Dorset is sponsored and supported by Bournemouth University and TeamJobs.

Several schools are currently seeking business sponsors, speakers and site visits for students in different sectors.

For more information, please contact Joan Senior, at joan. senior@dcci.co.uk

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Chief Constable for Dorset to retire

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Dorset Police has announced that Chief Constable Debbie Simpson is to retire this year.

The chief constable took up her current position five years ago, after working as deputy chief constable for the force and following time at Devon & Cornwall Police.

She will leave on 6 April.

Debbie Simpson explained, “After almost 35 years in policing, I have decided it is the right time for me to retire from my role as chief constable.

“I did not make the decision lightly and have considered the timing to minimise the impact on the important work we are doing. For example, we are strengthening our alliance with Devon & Cornwall Police and continuing to explore a potential merger of the two forces. I am proud of what we have already achieved by working more closely together.

“I will be working hard up until my retirement in April, as there remains a lot of work to be done locally, regionally, and in my national portfolios around forensics and senior leadership development.

“As you would imagine, I have been doing lots of thinking and reflecting, but over the next few months I will stay focused on leading the important service we provide to the public.”

Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner Martyn Underhill commented, “It is with regret that I announce the pending retirement of Chief Constable Debbie Simpson. Her contribution to policing in Dorset has been outstanding and she has served Dorset Police and the people of Dorset with great distinction during her time of service. I wish her every success and happiness in her next adventure.

“She will be a very hard act to follow and I want to thank her on behalf of the people of Dorset for her enthusiasm, determination, professionalism, passion and belief in policing, during unprecedented periods of austerity and change. In the last six years, she has changed the culture of the force to one of safeguarding, prevention and an ability to learn from mistakes.

“Deputy chief constable James Vaughan has been chosen by me as the preferred candidate for the role of chief constable. This will be a temporary appointment as we continue to explore a potential merger with Devon & Cornwall Police.”

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Woman jailed after grooming teenage boy

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woman who groomed a 13-year-old boy over Facebook before meeting and engaging in sexual activity with him has been jailed.

Charlene Baxter, also known as Charlene Cole, aged 29 and of Allenby Road in Southall, Middlesex, pleaded

Charlene Baxter

guilty at Bournemouth Crown Court on Friday 22 September 2017 to child abduction, sexual activity with a child and meeting a child following sexual grooming.

She was sentenced on 22 December, to five years in prison.

She was also made the subject of an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and told she would also be placed on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely.

In May and June last year, Baxter befriended her victim over Facebook. She continued to chat to him online, sharing sexually explicit images and talking to him in a sexualised manner.

She then arranged to travel to the Christchurch area on 20 August to meet

with him.

The victim’s concerned mother called Dorset Police to report her son was missing later that day.

Examining his computer she found Baxter had been communicating with him online and had arranged to meet him in the New Forest area.

Baxter gave her victim alcohol and they stayed in a tent overnight on a Dorset beach where sexual activity took place.

On Monday 21 August 2017, the victim contacted his mother and he was located.

Baxter was arrested on a train at Basingstoke railway station later the same evening.

Detective Constable Adam Taylor, of Dorset Police’s Integrated Missing Persons and Child

Sexual Exploitation Team (IMPACT), said, “Baxter admitted to meeting with her young victim and engaging in sexual activity with him after she groomed him online.

“Dorset Police is committed to safeguarding children at risk of sexual exploitation. We are working closely with partner agencies to ensure the victim and his family continues to receive full

support following the incident.

“We are determined to identify perpetrators of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and bring them to justice.

“If you have any concerns that a child may be a victim of CSE, please report it to the police. Visit dorset.police.uk/cse for more information and the other support organisations who can help.”

Rabbits killed on Broadstone Rec In a despicable and cruel act, rabbits were released at Broadstone Rec and then set on by dogs. The incident was reported at around 11.15am on Saturday 6 January when three men were seen at the recreation ground releasing rabbits and setting dogs on them.

Witnesses described seeing three men bringing two cages containing rabbits and three dogs into the recreation ground. There was also a child aged around seven years old with them.

It was reported that the men released a rabbit from the cage and set the dogs loose, who chased it for several minutes before catching it. Witnesses stated that one man was seen to pull the rabbit from the dogs’ jaws on several occasions before setting the dogs on it again and they described hearing the rabbit

screaming before it was eventually killed.

The dogs are described as one cream-coloured adult greyhound and two young greyhounds and the rabbits, which were believed to be wild, were grey or brown with white tails.

The men were white, in their 30s or 40s; one of large build and the other two slim. One of the slim men was wearing a navy blue top with red writing on the back. The men were believed to have parked in the car park in the access road off Lower Blandford Road close to Barn Road.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police by email 101@ dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident number 6:129.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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(l-r) chief fire officer Ben Ansell; Debbie Wynn, Prince’s Trust team leader; Kate Adie OBE, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Dorset; James Dickinson, Matthew Davies, Jordan Alexis, Zara Dean, Eron Hulance, David Elliott and Dave Wilkinson, Prince’s Trust team assistant

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Part-time courses starting February include the Certificate in Counselling (Quality Checked by NCS) which is open to all, and post qualifying courses including Diplomas in Supervision and in Creative Arts Therapies, available to those working in fields such as mental health, health and education.

College principal, Rose Bedford, said, “If you want to develop new skills, meet new people and engage in new experiences, our upcoming courses could be just what you are looking for in 2018!”

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A presentation was held in December to celebrate the achievements of a group of young people who completed the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Prince’s Trust programme.

The scheme ran for 12 weeks. During this time, the young people completed the Employability, Teamwork and Community Skills qualification awarded by the Prince’s Trust, as well as first aid and volunteering certificates.

At the celebration event at Kinson Community Centre in Bournemouth, each of the young people had the opportunity to tell the audience what they had achieved and their hopes for the future. They were then presented with their Prince’s Trust Team completion certificate by Kate Adie OBE, the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Dorset, watched by chief fire officer Ben Ansell and other invited guests.

Debbie Wynn, Prince’s Trust team leader for the Fire and Rescue Service, highlighted the achievements of the group, “We are extremely proud of this group of young people. They have been enthusiastic from day one and taken on every challenge that has been put in front of them.”

If you would like more information on future programmes please contact Debbie Wynn, Prince’s Trust team leader, on 07500 066134 or email debbie.wynn@dwfire.org.

Pupil Christina Holden and uk her dad

STEM Family Challenge

As a parent, one of the most important things you can do to support your children’s learning, is to be involved and interested in their education. At Ferndown Upper School, students and their parents were invited to go along and work together on the challenge, ‘to build the rollercoaster that kept going for the longest amount of time’.

It was fiercely competitive and made for an enjoyable and rewarding evening for all. Well done to Christina Holden (and dad) who won.

The event was supported and delivered by the Engineering Development Trust and is one of many STEM initiatives that has taken place at Ferndown Upper School.

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health & FITNESS Help and support for cancer sufferers Staff and volunteers at Bournemouth Road, the Bournemouth Centre is tucked Cancer Support Centre and Wessex away on the second floor, creating an oasis Cancer Trust believe that there should be where anyone affected by a diagnosis help and support available to everyone can visit. Therapies on offer range from living with cancer, when and where they counselling to reflexology, acupuncture, need it. mindfulness and Reiki. There are regular There are approximately 426,000 coffee mornings, and discussion groups people living in Dorset, with about with guest speakers.

4,700 of those currently living with Emma Ormrod, the support centre cancer. According to manager, says, “Whilst the charity Macmillan, each treatment is as by 2020, 1 in 2 of us will unique as the individual There are have a cancer diagnosis. and their situation, there That could mean that are a number of benefits, approximately more than 235,000 which occur repeatedly: 426,000 people people could be affected deep relaxation, feeling now or in the future. But living in Dorset, with more energised and the good news is that the about 4,700 of those improved sleep. When survival rate has doubled someone is ill, all their currently living with in the last 40 years. energies are being taken A diagnosis can be up with fighting the illness. cancer. a traumatic shock to As a result, the body can the individual with huge feel depleted. Reiki as an impact on an entire example can boost energy family. At the Cancer Support Centre in levels for restoration, repair and get up and Bournemouth, they will help and support go. Reiki is also recognised and provided anyone affected by cancer. The dedicated by the NHS.” team is committed to offering free support As an entirely self-funding organisation, for as long as people need it, away from a it costs about £80,000 to run the centre hospital environment. each year. Many of the practitioners are Based at Fairview House in Hinton volunteers, with two paid therapists.

The centre is looking to raise an additional £10,000 to continue the service provision and to take on another therapist. If you could assist with funding, give Emma a call on 01202 315824 for more information.

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FLU ADVICE

Escaping pain at Ferndown Leisure Centre

Doctors and nurses across Dorset are advising people who have flu-like symptoms to stay at home if they can. In particular, they are asking people with flu not to turn up at hospital emergency departments.

This can spread the illness to other people who are already ill and to essential hospital staff at a time of year when the number of cases of influenza are increasing and NHS services face the highest demand.

If anyone thinks they have flu and are concerned or have an underlying medical condition, they are asked to phone the NHS on 111 for help and advice. 111 is the NHS non-emergency number to call if you urgently need some medical help or advice and aren’t sure who to speak to. It is manned by trained advisors, supported by healthcare professionals. When you call they will ask you a series of questions to assess your symptoms and direct you to the most appropriate care.

If the advisers think you need an ambulance, they’ll immediately arrange for one to be sent to you. NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.

The NHS Choices website at www.nhs.uk can also be used for advice on a wide range of illnesses and conditions and your local pharmacists – who are health professionals – can also give health advice.

Only use emergency departments or call 999 in a genuine emergency or a serious or life-threatening situation. This allows doctors to treat people who are in genuine need.

Ferndown Leisure Centre will be running ESCAPE-pain, a proven NHS programme for arthritis.

ESCAPE-pain is a rehabilitation programme for people with chronic joint pain that integrates educational selfmanagement and coping strategies with an exercise regimen individualised for each participant. It helps people understand their condition, teaches them simple ways

they can help themselves, and takes them through a progressive exercise programme so they learn how to cope with pain better.

There will be a 6-week programme starting soon.

To register your interest and for more information, contact Joanne Sinclair: joannesinclair@pfpleisure.org or call 01202 877468.

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health & FITNESS

Running for hearts

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ig out your running shoes and start warming up – the 2018 Bournemouth Bay Run takes place Sunday 8 April and organisers have announced that locally based insurance company Health-on-Line are the new event title sponsors.

Supported by the British Heart Foundation, the Health-on-Line Bournemouth Bay Run is set to welcome more than 4,500 runners to the resort to participate in the popular half marathon, 10k, 5k, or 1k family fun run.

Fiona Carter of Healthon-Line said, “Healthon-Line are delighted to be sponsoring the Bournemouth Bay Run in 2018, and joining the plight to raise additional funds and awareness of the British Heart Foundation.

As a local company, not only is this a superb event to be working alongside but, it also complements

our mission to create a healthier Bournemouth community in 2018. With four races to choose from, the event is aimed at all levels of ability, and something we hope will be embraced by the town – it’s simply the perfect partnership.”

Organisers are encouraging runners and kids to #beyourownhero with the Bay Run embracing a superhero theme. Race director, Tom

Powell, added, “It’s so much fun – that’s really what the day is all about and what better way to get into the spirit than to dress up and come as your favourite hero or create your own? I believe that Super Health-on-Line Man will be appearing as well!”

Online applications are open soon and the closing date for entries is Friday 23 March at 4pm. Visit www.bhf.org.uk to register your interest.

Fire stations now used for blood donation sessions Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is supporting the NHS by opening up two of its fire stations for blood donation sessions.

Both Salisbury and Weymouth fire stations are now being used on a regular basis, saving the NHS money.

Ian Trenholm, chief executive of NHS Blood and Transplant, said, “We are really pleased to be working with Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service to establish new places to give blood.

Salisbury and Weymouth fire stations have opened their doors to us to enable local people to donate easily. These new, free venues help to keep costs as low as possible for the wider NHS. Our lifesaving donors give their time and their donations

for free. We are seeking partners who will do the same, and let us use their venues at no cost. Most people don’t realise that, every year, we spend around £4m on venue hire for blood donation sessions, equivalent to a few pounds on every donation.”

He added, “We also need new donors of all ages to come forward in Dorset and Wiltshire to replace donors who cannot donate any more. Half of all donors are over 45, so it’s important we recruit more young people to donate blood, to help meet patient needs now and in the future.”

There is a session at Weymouth fire station in Radipole Lane, Weymouth, on Tuesday 20 February, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm and 4.30pm to 7.30pm.

To register as a blood donor, visit the website at: www.blood.co.uk.

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health & FITNESS

£6,000 Three Peaks later

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our local supporters of the Bournemouth and District branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society recently took on and conquered the formidable Three Peaks Challenge.

The encounter saw them start at the foot of Ben Nevis and finish at the foot of Snowdon having reached the summits of Ben Nevis, Scotland’s biggest mountain at 1,344m, Scafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain at 978m and Snowdon the biggest mountain in Wales at 1,085m.

Steve Mason and Dave Stevens, the runners involved, ran and walked a total of 26.2 miles, and encountered 54,904 steps (the equivalent of 919 flights of stairs) on their marathon journey.

They were supported

by Barry Froud and Mark Gibson who between them drove the support vehicle clocking up over 1,000 miles.

A record time of 18 hours 41 minutes included driving between the climbs and, to date, the magnificent sum of £6,000 has been pledged.

All money raised will go to the local branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society, which relies entirely on donations to survive and is run mainly by volunteers.

The branch at the Osborne Centre, Church Lane, West Parley provides a neuro gym, exercise classes, hairdressing salon, craft room and coffee lounge which accesses into a secluded well-maintained garden. A three-course lunch is also available and cooked on the premises.

Other facilities include counselling, support and a carers groups for members

with MS and their families.

Thanks go to the participants and everyone who sponsored, donated or helped this magnificent achievement.

Further donations are welcome and can be made at www.justgiving. com/fundraising/ 24hour3peaksmsclimb

Dance-off against cancer Zoe Mather, founder of Centre Stage School of Dance & Performing Arts in Poole, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2014 after developing a lump in her throat. Thyroid cancer is rare and affects the small gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones.

Zoe underwent a full thyroidectomy, followed by several months of recuperation and will take medication for the rest of her life.

Now in remission and expecting her first baby in March, Zoe is thrilled that her young pupils are set to star alongside a host of other dancers and singers in the charity song and dance spectacular Dancing with Choirs at Lighthouse, Poole in March. All money raised is going to the charities Dorset Cancer Care Foundation and Wessex Heartbeat.

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A New Year, A New You? A new year brings new resolutions for many.

It’s a time for new beginnings, making new friends, socialising and getting active.

Brendoncare knows how important it is to stay mentally and physically active, believing that older people live happier and more fulfilled lives if they are able to enjoy the companionship of like-minded people, stay active and mix with friends. Currently, its 85+ clubs offer fun and friendship to 1,700 members, offering a welcoming and warm environment, helping older people to remain in the community and stay active and independent.

For Brendoncare Clubs, it’s also a time for new beginnings – with some new clubs due to open across Hampshire and Dorset in 2018. The Somerford Friends drop-in club in Christchurch, offering table-top games and a chance to chat with others over a cup of something or a bowl of soup, will be ‘popping up’ on Saturday 3 February to give people a taster of what the club has to offer when it launches on Saturday 10 February at The Somerford Arc on Southey Road.

If you would like a new opportunity in 2018 and think volunteering might be for you, Brendoncare Clubs would love to hear from you. They have a variety of roles at the Somerford Friends club; from serving teas and coffees to handling the money and register as people arrive. Perhaps you can support members and help get the games going? Whatever your interest, volunteering offers a chance to broaden your skills and be part of a team.

For more information on any of their clubs or volunteering opportunities, please contact them on 01962 852133 or visit www.brendoncare.org.uk/ volunteering.

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Date for your diary: A fundraising quiz at St Mary’s Church, Ferndown on 7 April.

More details will shortly be available from the Waggy Tails’ office, website and Facebook page.

“That’s what we kept telling Patch, a scruffy crossbreed who was handed to us in 2007 because she was naughty and not trainable,” says Shelagh Meredith, founder of Waggy Tails Rescue. “We found out that she was deaf.”

An affectionate intelligent dog, Patch kept being passed over by prospective adopters so, in February 2008, 4Dorset’s predecessor magazine Town & Village stepped in to help. Patch became a superstar when she appeared inside a heart on the front cover of the magazine. Inside was an appealing WLTM (would like to meet) message.

It was seen by the owners of Barney, who was almost the image of Patch, and after suitable introductions, Patch moved in with her Valentine.

She’s an old lady now but can still be seen out and about on her ‘walkies’.

Every dog has a ‘forever home’ waiting somewhere but occasionally these are hard to find. Some dogs can fit in almost anywhere but others have a special set of requirements and the waiting can be very long, sometimes several years, before that ‘one in a thousand’ person comes along.

Recently, Waggy Tails was thrilled for Lloyd, a small handsome Staffordshire terrier, who found his special person last autumn after three years with the charity.

But Gizmo, the gentle giant, and Pasha, the Shar-Pei are still waiting.

If you have a little extra love to give for a new Valentine in your life, have a look at the dogs on these pages and see if there is ‘the one’ for you.

Happy Valentine’s Day! PS from the ‘Small Furry Department’: rabbits and guinea-pigs need forever homes too.

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local CHARITIES There’s a wide range of local charities you may not be aware of that are here to help. They could be of interest or assistance to you, family members, or our four-legged friends

Wimborne Vision Youth Café to open Wimborne Minster Town Council have provided funding and a venue to open a Youth Café for Wimborne teenagers.

It will be open three days per week from 3.30pm – 6pm and is aimed at providing a safe, social venue where young teenagers meet.

This is an exciting new venture with plans to open after Easter.

Facilities will include a pool table, social space, media connection, with hot and cold drinks and snacks, all provided at a low price. No obligation to purchase food or drink as it is primarily a venue for young people to meet and socialise. The café will be situated in a small building on the outer edge of the Allendale car park. For further information see advert.

Talbot Village Trust grants Talbot Village Trust is a local grant-giving charity and leading benefactor, currently donating around £1million to local causes each year.

The Trust is the legacy of two sisters who founded Talbot Village in the mid-19th century as a reaction to rural poverty. The village provided housing, a school and a church as well as agricultural land to provide employment and promote self-sufficiency. Thanks to the sisters’ philanthropic approach and a careful investment programme, the Trustees have been able to maintain and increase the value of the fund.

The Trustees award grants when they meet twice a year. Details on how to apply can be found at www.talbotvillagetrust.org and applications will be considered for capital projects promoted by a charity, church, school, college or university.

The Dorset Children’s Foundation for sick and disabled children The Dorset Children’s Foundation was set up in 2013 and is an independent local charity dedicated to improving the lives of sick and disabled children living within our community.

The DCF runs three successful charity shops, which more than cover their modest costs, so 100% of your donation goes directly to help a local sick or disabled child.

The Foundation promises that your donation will never be used to cover the day-to-day operational costs of the charity adding they are ‘big enough to make a difference, small enough to care’.

If you would like to donate go to: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/thedcf or to hold a fundraising event contact: patsy@thedcf.org

Dorset Rape Crisis Support Centre Dorset Rape Crisis Support Centre is an independent charity and the only rape crisis centre in Dorset.

It provides a range of services for women, men, LGBT as well as specialist support for children and young people who have been affected by sexual violence. The charity also delivers training and advice to professionals and employers. The main centre is in Poole with counselling hubs in Weymouth and Dorchester, and plans for another hub to open in East Dorset in 2018.

The charity is currently recruiting volunteers for a number of roles including in fundraising, for schools, helpline-listeners and counsellors.

For more details about the charity, please contact Helen Stevens on 01202 309940 or email: info@ dorsetrapecrisis.org. To make a donation please visit www.justgiving.com/ dorsetrcsc.

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local CHARITIES Woofability Woofability is a locally based charity in Verwood, training assistance dogs. “Demand for the dogs is overwhelming from children with autism or Down’s syndrome and people with physical disabilities,” says Andy Clarke who co-founded the charity eight years ago. “Dogs supporting children with autism have a dramatic effect within 24 hours, with some of the children returning to school after a long absence.”

Woofability has recently placed a dog in Weymouth College’s Special Needs Unit. Her name is Charity and she is working with more than 20 students to help them cope with college life and exams.

For further information on volunteering or sponsorship opportunities, call 01202 814643 or email woofability@gmail.com.

TO ADVERTISE YOUR LOCAL CHARITY IN 4DORSET Call 01202 816140

Worldwide Veterinary Service Based in Cranborne, Worldwide Veterinary Service is a veterinary charity making a huge difference to animals worldwide.

WVS was founded by local vet Luke Gamble at the end of 2002 and was registered as a charity in 2003. From disaster emergency response and veterinary training and education, to supplying free veterinary supplies to struggling charities, WVS treats animals of all sizes in places where no one else will.

WVS is looking for fundraisers to participate on a three-day camping trek along the Jurassic Coast on 25-27 May. To take part in this wonderful challenge to help animals in need, contact the head of fundraising, Carly Redwood at Carly@wvs.org.uk.

To find out more about the work of the charity at the frontline of animal welfare go to www.wvs.org.uk.

A house for dance in Bournemouth Pavilion Dance South West is a registered charity and is located in the heart of Bournemouth, right by the pier with the entrance overlooking the Lower Gardens.

They are Bournemouth’s only dedicated dance venue and offer something for everyone, from live performance, dance films and screenings, to over 40 weekly dance and fitness classes for all ages and abilities.

Their live performance programme this spring features stories about friendship and (be)longing, vulnerability and strength with styles from contemporary to Kathak to flamenco. There is also a live performance programme for families, and cinema screenings showing films about dance and dancers as well as the world-famous Bolshoi Ballet.

For more information and to book, visit www.pdsw.org.uk or call 01202 203630.

The Lady of the Camellias. © Damir Yusupov

Walford Mill Crafts Walford Mill Crafts in Wimborne is an education charity dedicated to raising awareness of contemporary craft as widely as possible. Whatever your age or ability and whether you are interested in trying your hand at a particular craft; seeing examples of exceptional work from across the region and beyond; or wish simply to enjoy watching expert makers at work, a visit to Walford Mill Crafts is always worthwhile.

Situated on the banks of the River Allen, the historic mill building houses workshops, a gallery, shop and learning space, while across the courtyard is an excellent café and restaurant.

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Are you an unpaid carer? If so, who’s caring for you? Lean on Leonardo…

The Leonardo Trust is an independent charity set up in 2001 to help people in Dorset who are voluntary carers for sick or disabled relatives or friends.

Being a full-time carer is hard work and getting time off can be difficult – everyone needs some time to themselves for short periods of rest and relaxation.

If finding the money for a few hours extra respite care or to pay for whatever you would like to do to relax is a challenge, the Trust may be able to help you.

The founder of the Leonardo Trust was herself a full-time voluntary carer, and has experienced the challenges and issues that brings. This means the Trust really understands that having help with certain aspects of life can

really make a difference to you and the person you care for.

Since the Leonardo Trust was created, it has helped thousands of carers in various ways.

It gives small grant awards for many aspects of a carer’s life. These include: funding for short holidays, driving lessons, home improvements, home help, and assisted living technologies. For more information and a better understanding on what the Leonardo Trust funds, please visit www. leonardotrust.org.

To apply to the Leonardo Trust, all you need to do is complete the

application form on the ‘application form’ page on the website. You will have to explain what your needs are and a little bit about yourself, then ask your social worker or healthcare professional to complete a short reference about your caring situation and submit your application.

The Trust treats every application with compassion and understanding. Some applications may mean that a member of the Leonardo team will ask to visit you at a convenient time to discuss your situation, as there may be some other services and support that can be offered.

Being a carer doesn’t mean that no one cares for you, you can Lean on Leonardo. The Trust looks forward to hearing from you.

Please call 01202 698325.

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Future Dorset: “game changing” vote in Christchurch

Report by Janine Pulford

There were two u-turns in December, when councillors of Purbeck District Council and East Dorset District Council, two of three authorities that were opposed to council reorganisation, withdrew their opposition to the Future Dorset proposal. Both have now written to the Secretary of State to accept his ‘minded-to’ decision. East Dorset’s letter can be read at https://news.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/2018/01/05/ east-dorset-district-council-makes-representation/ and Purbeck’s at https://news.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/2018/01/08/local-governmentreorganisation-dorset-purbeck-district-council-representation-secretary-state/

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ast January (2017), they voted to not support submission to the Secretary of State. However, six other Dorset councils supported the submission and asked the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government to implement a reorganisation by the formation of two unitary councils.

In November, the Secretary of State announced he was “minded to implement the proposed reorganisation.”

He gave councils until 8 January 2018 to make representations, after which, if he reaffirms his decision to support the submission, the new unitary councils will be formed in April 2019.

Christchurch Borough Council also met the 8 January deadline, but has requested more time to work on its proposal setting out an alternative to Future Dorset. The letter to the Secretary of State can be read here: https://news.dorsetforyou. gov.uk/2018/01/05/ christchurch-councilmakes-representation/ Christchurch was the third council to originally oppose the reorganisation.

It held a local poll last month, and by a majority of 84.18% to 15.82% of the 21,022 votes cast, residents voted not to support joining a unitary authority with Bournemouth and Poole.

Supporting the council, Christchurch MP Chris Chope says the referendum result was “game changing.”

Following an extraordinary full council meeting on 2 January 2018, Christchurch council members agreed, by a majority of 13 with six abstentions, to write to the Secretary of State setting out a proposal that the boroughs of Bournemouth and Poole become a single unitary authority, and the rest of Dorset remains as a two-tier structure.

The representation states that the council believes that rather than implementing two new

large and remote unitary councils there is greater strength in developing a mixed approach to the way services are delivered.

Christchurch Borough Council estimates that savings of £29.9m per annum, the same as those put forward in the Future Dorset model, could be achieved by implementing the cost savings put forward within their representation.

Chris Chope stated separately that the reorganisation costs, if Future Dorset was to go ahead, would be £25m across Dorset. “That would go down the drain straight away,” he said.

Cllr David Flagg, leader of the council, Christchurch Borough Council, said, “Having carried out the local poll it was clear that residents of Christchurch do not want to be part of a new authority with Bournemouth and Poole.

“Christchurch Borough Council wishes to retain its sovereignty and we believe that retaining the existing two-tier structure in Dorset presents a credible alternative that the Secretary of State will take time to consider. With Bournemouth and Poole

already sharing a number of corporate services, the suggestion of them becoming a single unitary authority would take this one step further and our representation offers estimated savings at the same level as those of the Future Dorset model.”

Chris Chope pressed home the point that the Christchurch referendum completely invalidates the ‘public consent’ figures produced by expensive consultants preparing the Future Dorset proposals using algorithms. He said, “Their figures showed that 64% of the Christchurch public would like to go in with Bournemouth and Poole.” He also explained that the algorithmic study was replicated across the whole of Dorset and casts significant doubt on the rest of the results.

“Another issue,” said Chris Chope, “is harmonisation. It’s a complicated science and the basic data on this is being withheld from Christchurch Borough Council. Harmonisation, including the levelling of council tax between the different councils, was initially to be spread over 20 years,” he

explained, “but the period of alignment has been reduced to five years.

This could mean that if the tax was set at the Bournemouth and Poole level (£200 less than in Christchurch), Christchurch would be subsidising both councils for five years, plus the other two councils would have to increase their council tax much quicker to meet the Christchurch level within five years.”

He also said that the disaggregation work, the medium term financial plan forecasting and the local government finance settlement information that needs to be brought together to enable an informed decision will not be available until June. “This information is necessary before the Secretary of State makes a judgment,” he said.

He said Christchurch is determined to keep its independence. This was borne out when members at the extraordinary full council meeting voted to put aside £15,000 to take legal advice, and if necessary initiate legal proceedings to protect the interests of Christchurch Borough Council and its

residents.

Members also agreed that should the Secretary of State approve the Future Dorset submission, the council will oppose the passage of the Structural Change Order through all appropriate means and strongly support its MP in any action designed to prevent the frustration of the democratically expressed wishes of the people of Christchurch.

The Future Dorset proposal…would reduce the number of councils from nine to two with the aim of saving £200m by 2019. The two super councils would be Rural Dorset (currently served

by Dorset County, East Dorset, North Dorset, Purbeck, West Dorset and Weymouth and Portland district councils), and Urban Dorset (currently served by Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch borough councils, and Dorset County Council in Christchurch). It is expected that the Secretary of State will make his decision in January/ February 2018.

What are your views? Email the editor at editorial@ mags4dorset.co.uk

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Future’s bright for the Barrington The start of 2018 sees a bright future for the Barrington Centre in Ferndown.

Following a difficult start to 2017, which saw the centre closed at very short notice, PramaLIFE, the local community outreach charity, stepped in to take over the management and have been doing this with success ever since.

Prama Foundation have now taken over the lease with East Dorset District Council, which will see PramaLIFE manage the centre until March 2028.

Prama Foundation have been collaborating with Ferndown Town Council and the Neighbourhood Watch to formalise agreements as well as working with East Dorset District Council to take on the lease and agree revenue grants to ensure

the centre’s future.

Steve Robinson, chief executive officer of PramaLIFE, said, “Our newly signed transfer of the lease will safeguard this much-loved centre to ensure it continues to provide valued facilities to the community.

“Many local clubs and societies continue to regularly meet at the Barrington, but we are also keen to see the centre thrive and welcome new users of all ages.”

He thanked the local community and the centre users for showing great support and flexibility during a significant period of change.

Cllr Andy Skeats, portfolio holder for

community, East Dorset District Council said, “The Barrington Centre is a wonderful community facility for residents and I am so pleased that its future is now secured.

For a short period of time last year the future of the centre looked uncertain but PramaLIFE worked hard to reopen the centre quickly to minimise disruption.

“East Dorset District Council will continue to work with, and support, PramaLIFE moving forward.”

A programme of maintenance of the Barrington Centre has also begun, which has seen investment from PramaLIFE to improve the kitchen area.

DJ’s horsebox stolen from drive A distinctive yellow-painted Rice horsebox was stolen from a driveway in Warwick Place in Boscombe some time between 10pm on Monday 1 January and 7am on Tuesday 2 January. It has black strips down the side and police are appealing for help to find it.

The horsebox forms part of a DJ stage and contains equipment used to construct the DJ booth. It was a prominent feature at local events.

PC Jessica Richmond, of Bournemouth police, said, “It is essential for the victim’s livelihood and I am appealing for anyone who sees a horsebox matching the description given, or who has any information as to where it might be, to contact police immediately.”

Call Dorset Police on 101, quoting occurrence number 5518 0000508. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

Marie wins £100 bird care voucher Marie Utley, a special needs care worker from Wimborne won the competition published in December 4Dorset for £100 worth of Stewarts Garden Centre vouchers.

A delighted Marie was presented with her prize

by Christmas and furniture manager John Bradley whilst visiting Father Christmas and his real reindeer at the Broomhill Garden Centre with her grandchildren on Christmas Eve. “My husband and I love gardening and the vouchers will mainly be spent on bird food and other products to help our local wildlife,” said Marie.

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You could be forgiven for thinking it’s straight out of an Inspector Mai-bray novel but the return of three stolen saddles was the result of some hay-mazing teamwork.

Officers from Dorchester Neighbourhood and North Dorset Rural policing teams were able to reunite the owner with the saddles after an estate worker hoofed them out from behind a hedge in Dorset, and noticed their unusual markings.

Thanks to the unblinkered approach to crime prevention, the owner had kept a record of the markings.

As a result, PCSO Chris Mullens took up the reins and matched the saddles to the stolen items.

So if you own tack, quit stalling and saddle yourself with the responsibility of recording and photographing identifying marks. If there are none, consider getting a permanent tack mark on your saddle. The Rural Crime Team can help with this bit. Email ruralcrimeteam@dorset. pnn.police.uk

pets & WILDLIFE New Codes of Practice Two new Codes of Practice are set to come into force on 6 April, if there are no objections from Parliament. One for the welfare of dogs, and the other for the welfare of cats.

Each will provide guidance to help owners comply with the provisions of Section 9 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and will summarise important things you should consider when making decisions on how to care for your dog or cat.

Breaches of these codes are not an offence in themselves but, if proceedings are brought against you under the Animal Welfare Act, the court would take into consideration whether or not you have complied with the codes and it could affect the outcome of a case.

Puppy welfare The government is developing proposals to crack down on puppies being reared in unhealthy circumstances by unscrupulous breeders who have a total disregard for their welfare.

Legislation introducing these proposals could be brought forward early in 2018.

Unethical and cruel puppy smuggling across borders will also be

explored as will the breeding of dogs with harmful genetic disorders.

The government is looking at how it can go further to crack down on unscrupulous breeders and smugglers so pet owners will have no doubts that their new dogs have had the right start in life.

This is welcome news for anyone working in Animal Health and Welfare Enforcement who all too often have to pick up the pieces when a family find they have been duped by unscrupulous breeders and illegal dog importers. It has also recently been announced that the maximum penalties for cruelty offences against animals will be greatly increased.

This is a move in the right direction albeit late in coming and unfortunately at a time when there are further cuts to Animal Welfare Enforcement Officers who are able to enforce these new initiatives.

Christine Scott

Animal Health & Welfare Inspector Dorset Trading Standards

If you wish to have any more information on this subject please contact 01305 224475.

Starlings © Stewart Canham

Birds of a feather…

By Sally Welbourn, Dorset Wildlife Trust Communications Officer At about 4pm on a cold winter’s day, the sky may come alive with the shape of birds flocking together. When the sudden deafening sound of chitter chatter fills the air you might find yourself witnessing one of wildlife’s most spectacular sights – a swooping and swirling murmuration of starlings.

Starlings are becoming a less-common sight in the UK, so to see a flock is a wonderful thing.

Flocking is essential for their survival at this time of year, as their main advantage is safety in numbers and they can distract predators with the sheer size of the group, making it hard for predators to focus on just one bird when there are so many, so close together. Large groups of birds can also stay warm, and hunt together, increasing their chances of survival.

Dorset Wildlife Trust nature reserves are excellent places to witness these special wildlife sights this winter.

Find out more about DWT reserves at www.dorsetwildlifetrust. org.uk/reserves and share your photos at: www.facebook.com/ dorsetwildlife

ASK THE VET Q: At Christmas our dog ate some chocolate off the tree – he was fine. Someone told us that this can be dangerous to them – is this true and is it all types of chocolate?

A: Firstly, I am glad to hear that your dog is all right and secondly, yes, unfortunately it is true – chocolate if ingested is toxic to dogs and can be fatal.

Cocoa in chocolate contains a chemical called theobromine. Unlike humans, dog’s livers can’t process theobromine quickly, which makes them more sensitive to its chemical effects.

Ingestion can cause milder symptoms such as gastrointestinal upset (drooling, vomiting, and diarrhoea) and restlessness. This can increase to a rapid heart rate or palpitations, through to neurological signs such as twitching or even Don’t forget to email seizures. Cardiac or neurological events can be Jade your questions to fatal where complications arise. be chosen for the The theobromine toxicity is linked to the March 2018 issue: amount of ‘cocoa solids’ they have eaten. hello@hillsidevets.co.uk Generally, the darker the chocolate, the higher the cocoa solids and as such the greater the risk.

White chocolate has no theobromine in it, but be warned that the sugar and fat could also cause vomiting, diarrhoea or even inflammation of the pancreas. This can be very painful and require intensive treatment.

If your dog has ingested ANY chocolate, at any time, I would recommend you seek advice from your vet immediately. As a rough guide, toxic doses could be around 3.5g of dark chocolate per kg body weight or 14g per kg bodyweight of milk chocolate. For example, the toxic dose for a healthy 10kg dog would be about 140g of milk chocolate or 35g (or less) of dark chocolate.

Prompt treatment to induce vomiting is the surest way to make sure that they are safe. Unfortunately, the longer after ingestion of the chocolate, the more treatment could be required.

Chocolate can become a very expensive gift if it comes with veterinary treatment, so be sure to keep it well out of reach. You’ve been lucky this time, but next time this might not be the case.

Email your pet–related questions to hello@hillsidevets.co.uk Jade Douglas BVMS PgC Ophthal MRCVS Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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The advertisers on this double page feature have joined with mags4dorset to entice you to dine out at their restaurants.

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here’s a good choice of cuisine from traditional to exotic and whilst perusing the advertisements and deciding where you want to eat out next, you can easily enter this 4Dorset competition to win a £60 dining out voucher, courtesy of mags4dorset.

Think how much that will help towards the bill and make any occasion extra special.

All you have to do is check the adverts to find out what the last two digits are of all the telephone numbers. List the missing

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digits along with the name of the restaurant to which the phone number belongs and put them in the same order as shown opposite 1-8.

Before you send in your answer you must choose which one of the establishments on these pages you would like to spend your voucher at if you win, and submit it on your entry form. There is one dining out voucher up for grabs and there will be more coming up in future issues of 4Dorset or Viewpoint Magazine, so keep a look out. Good luck, the winner could be you.

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© Peter Lovesey

Man charged with arson

A house on The Avenue in West Moors went up in flames on 9 January 2017.

One of the first people on the scene was local man Peter Lovesey who helped three others bring a man out from the burning building.

Phillip Paul Evans, 55, of Three Legged Cross has been charged with arson and intent/reckless as to whether life was endangered and harassment. Following an appearance at Poole Magistrates Court on 11 January, he is being held in custody and is due to appear at Bournemouth Crown Court on 8 February.

Bells ring out as new citizens welcomed

New shop for skaters Well-known in the skating world, Stephen Castle has opened an independent skateboard and scooter shop in his hometown of Wimborne Minster.

Steve has been skateboarding and managing skateboard shops for 25 years and his new venture, 608 Skateshop, can be found in Quarterjack Mews off East Street.

An active member of the local skateboarding community, he received a citizen’s award from Wimborne Town Council in the late-90s for getting the first skateboard facility up and running at Redcotts Recreation Park for the young people of Wimborne.

A skateboard park is now on the site of that first mini ramp.

“In the future, I aim to be involved with the planning of the newly proposed skateparks at Corfe Mullen and Wimborne,” said Steve. “I would like my new shop to become a local hub for riders which provides support and advice, an opportunity to network, a place where they can find information on competitions and events, as well as a retail outlet where they can purchase hardware and clothing.”

The bells of St Peter’s Church, Dorchester rang out on 11 January to mark the latest citizenship ceremony held at County Hall.

Chairman of Dorset County Council, Hilary Cox, officially welcomed nine new British citizens and said, “Each year we welcome around 140 new citizens from all over the world, people who have chosen to live in Dorset and become part of our community. Acquiring British citizenship is a long and expensive process – taking a minimum of five years – and the citizenship ceremony is the final step. It really is a privilege to welcome them to Dorset and share this time of celebration with them and their families.”

Registrar Richard Surry and Hilary Cox with the new citizens

Will Brits go bonkers over Royal Wedding?

One of the country’s biggest party supply companies is backing Brits to go bonkers over the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Peeks, of Christchurch, is anticipating a bumper boost to sales of bunting, flags, masks and cut-outs of the happy couple.

Prince Harry met the glamorous American actress on a blind date and after a whirlwind romance the engagement was announced in November.

On Saturday 19 May, the couple will marry at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle – the same day as the FA Cup final.

Nick Peek, MD of Peeks, which has been supplying party goods since the end of the war said, “Harry is a popular prince and indications are that there will be a lot of interest when he weds Meghan. As the bride is American we are also anticipating interest from across the pond and this puts an interesting new slant on things.”

Eating for charity Members of the Food and Wine Club in Ferndown enjoyed a trip to Rick Stein, Sandbanks to take advantage of a very special offer.

The three-course charity lunch was £17.50 plus a £2.50 donation going straight to Diverse Abilities, an independent, not for profit organisation in Poole. Each year the charity provides 250,000 hours of support for children and adults with disabilities in Dorset.

Pete Murt, head chef at Rick Stein, Sandbanks said, “We’re really pleased to be supporting such a well-deserving charity like Diverse Abilities who work together with families to help meet the needs of local people with physical and

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learning difficulties. We hope that the local community join us for our charity lunches to raise money for such a brilliant charity.”

Mexican rice pudding with honeycomb © Tom Scrase

Name change should attract women

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Correspondence should be sent to the editor at the address on page 3, or email editorial@mags4dorset.co.uk

65 years married (27 December 2017) I don’t think anyone forgets their wedding day, and I will never forget mine.

First, it was so bitterly cold and of course dressed in my newly bought and up-to-date DB suit of fashionable, thin material, I couldn’t stop shivering, everyone thought it was nerves, but they never got a look in.

We were absolutely mad to contemplate marriage, we had no assets whatsoever but never gave it a thought. Perhaps because I had no permanent home, marriage was one solution for me. Ann’s family home was too small to accommodate us and I actually took furnished rooms nearby before we were married so we would have somewhere to live.

The year was 1952. It’s hard to believe now, but strict austerity reigned. Ration books were still in use, everything was in short supply, there were waiting lists of two and three years for luxury goods and housing was, as today, a big problem.

Council housing waiting lists ran into years. Not one or two, but a minimum of three years was normal.

I remember we had a letter telling us there was one available after we had been married for about four years. So furnished rooms were the only real option, and they were as scarce as hens’ teeth.

Also, we walked everywhere. We didn’t even have a pushbike to begin with.

When rooms became available, the information spread like wild fire, but most were spoken for in advance so I was lucky to get mine. Furnished rooms were never ideal. Most were

offered by elderly couples, usually in terraced-type Victorian properties (two up, two down and a toilet outside), trying hard to exist on their pensions and needing the rent from the rooms just to keep a roof over Ann and Ken 27/12/1952 their heads.

Living cheek by jowl with the of the seemingly miles of lace and landlord caused problems. To speed tulle and as my new bride walked things up in the shared kitchen, into the room, her train became a bit Ann used a pressure cooker, which longer. when cooking had to emit a small Ann had been up at the crack of amount of steam. The landlady kept dawn to go down to the fruit and turning the gas down, when we were veg market to buy flowers with her in our room, no wonder our meals bridesmaids as no florist could took ages. But we were married supply buttonholes or bouquets with and, unusually for the time, by an fresh flowers the day after Boxing exchange scheme black priest from Day, and the family had to get to Africa. Our reception was in the Cowork and put them all together.

Operative function rooms, the only Ann’s mother, well-skilled in cooking ones available, and again because using one coal oven and one gas even function rooms were hard to ring in her terraced house with four find (Christmas time of course), we children, was a tower of strength. could only have it for the afternoon From her humble surroundings she and had to be out at 6pm, so we had managed in the evening to produce to hire a room in the local pub to a steady stream of bread and cakes finish off the day. to take to the local pub’s room, which To save on costs, which was very was nearby. A bit like that old black important to us, I managed to provide and white film ‘Passport to Pimlico’ if the wine for the toasts etc far cheaper anyone recalls it. than the Co-Op’s prices. But the But we were happy, and never money-saving exercise nearly ended noticed any faults. Foolish to get in disaster. We placed the wine on married? Well on the face of it, yes of the floor of the wedding car for safety. course we were, but I would not have When the car pulled up outside the missed the following 65 years of ups church, which was on a hill, and the and downs for anything. door was opened, the bottles fell Ken Horton out and cascaded down the road.

West Moors Fortunately none broke.

My clumsiness continued at the reception, which was accessed by a If you want to reminisce about the lift. When Ann and I stepped out of past, do feel free to write and tell the lift, I managed to stand on some us about it. Editor.

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The Society of Poole Men hopes to attract many women members to join in the new year.

At our Dorset AGM held in 2017 nearly 90% of members attending voted to change the name to The Society for Poole.

The original name had been used for over 94 years and was established even before women had full voting rights in the country. Although the old name has a great history that we cherish, we needed to change it so as to increase the appeal of the society to both men and women.

Unfortunately the membership has not grown recently and from discussions in the community, the name is a factor. We want to encourage a mixed and modern membership.

This brings us into the 21st century and better reflects us as a society and the many women who are presently members.

Women who do not live in Poole but who may have a strong connection or love of the town are also welcome to join.

For more information, you can visit www.societyforpoole.co.uk Duncan Williams Press Officer, Society for Poole

Please sponsor us to knit a mile Volunteers here at Cherry Tree Nursery have recently launched a ‘Knit a Mile’ sponsorship campaign.

They are inviting people to sponsor them to create a mile of knitting with all proceeds going towards the volunteer travel costs fund. Travel costs are rising year on year so the volunteers themselves have initiated this campaign for 2018 to raise funds so they can continue to attend the nursery as much as possible.

Each volunteer will be knitting lengths. A mile of knitting would stretch from the nursery at Northbourne roundabout to beyond Kinson Library.

When completed we would like to display the Volunteers’ Mile in an innovative way at the nursery and then we would look to raise more funds upon completion.

Progress on how the volunteers are doing will be displayed in our retail shop and announced on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ CherryTreeNursery Tish Borrowman Nursery Manager, Cherry Tree Nursery

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near you 6 February 2.30 and 7.30pm Murder on the Orient Express (12A) film at Regent Centre, Christchurch. Book on 01202 499199

6-10 February Ringwood School’s production of Beauty and the Beast with gala black tie performance on 10 February. Tickets available via the school website at www.ringwood.hants.sch.uk

7 February 11am12noon

Details were correct at the time of going to print but readers are advised to check before attending events

12 February 2pm West Moors Horticultural Society AGM and Illustrated Talk ‘The Wild Life of Hengistbury Head’ by Richard Hesketh at West Moors Memorial Hall.

13 February 11am Pancake race at Wimborne Minster. Details from John Bunting on 01202 886256

13 and 14 February

Aspects of History talk at Bournemouth Library about Christchurch Barracks by John Barker. Tea and coffee served afterwards with a chance to talk with the speaker.

Mystery crafts drop-in for children at Russell Cotes Museum, Bournemouth for half term. £3 per child per session.

Details 01202 451858 or email russellcotes@bournemouth. gov.uk

7 February 12 noon

15 and 16 February

Ferndown Probus Club lunch and talk on Dorset Air Ambulance Service at Dudsbury Golf Club. New members welcome. Contact the secretary on 01202 875757

Until 9 February Ringwood Art Society will be holding their annual art exhibition at Salisbury District Hospital. More details: 07977 781842.

9 February 7.30pm Griff Rhys Jones appears at the Regent Centre, Christchurch with his show Where was I? Tickets £20, concs £18. Book at the box office on 01202 499199

12 February 2pm Wimborne Horticultural Society meeting and talk by Martin Young on the Ascension Island and its colourful flora, fauna, geography and history in the Main Hall, Allendale Centre, Wimborne.

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Chinese New Year crafts dropin for children at Russell Cotes Museum, Bournemouth for half term. £3 per child per session.

Details 01202 451858 or email russellcotes@bournemouth. gov.uk

14 February 7.30pm Muscliff Garden Club. An illustrated talk ‘Hillier Gardens – Paradise through the seasons’ by John Coombes at Muscliff Community Centre, Shillingstone Drive, Bournemouth.

14 February 7pm RSC live broadcast Twelfth Night starring Kara Tointon, Adrian Edmondson at Regent Centre, Christchurch. Tickets £13, concs £12. 01202 499199

Mid-February See the snowdrops at Kingston Lacy, near Wimborne with over 30 different species daily from 10am-4pm. Also see them at St George’s Church, Damerham

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15 February 2pm

U3A Ringwood, talk by Brian Pettit. Wildlife photographer Brian will show the wildlife of The Falklands, at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. For more information visit www.ringwoodu3a.org. uk. Visitors welcome.

15-17 February 7.30pm

Wimborne Drama Productions present The Winslow Boy, a moving family drama by Terence Rattigan, at the Tivoli, Wimborne. Tickets from £11.50 via the box office on 01202 885566.

16 February 10.30am– 12pm and 2pm3.30pm Air-drying kids clay activities at Walford Mill, Wimborne.

Morning activity for age 5+, dinosaurs. Afternoon, for ages 10+, Jurassic sea creatures. Pre-book through www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk

Until 17 February

Indoor ice skating at Cool Coast Ice Rink, Bournemouth International Centre, Purbeck Hall. Tickets £8.50. For times and to book see www. bhlivetickets.co.uk

17 February 10am5pm

Wimborne and Ferndown Lions craft fayre at the Royal British Legion, Ferndown. Entry £1, children go free.

19 February 2pm

St Alban’s Garden Club.

An illustrated talk ‘Flowers of Crete’ by Rosemary Legrand at St Alban’s Church lounge, Charminster Road, Bournemouth.

20 February 9-11.30am Dynamic Women in Business networking breakfast at Urban Reef, The Overstrand, Bournemouth. Cost £20.

Details on www.dwib.co.uk.

Book at www.tickettailor.com

21 February 7-9pm An Evening of Clairvoyance with Jenny Docherty at Fordingbridge Library.

Spiritualist Medium Jenny has worked with well-known paranormal teams. Booking essential. Tickets £5 available from the library on 01425 657524 or via www.hants.gov. uk/shop

21 February 7.30pm Andreas Ottensamer, BSO artist-in-residence performs a special recital of clarinet with Jose Gallardo on piano at Lighthouse, Poole. Ticket prices £16 upwards, available from the box office on 01202 280000 or BSOlive.com

23 February 7.30pm Comedian Jethro at the Hub, Verwood. Tickets £20 from 01202 828740.

24 February 12-4.30pm Bournemouth Orchid Fair and Show at Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. Entrance £3, children free with paying adult. Orchids on display, free advice and orchid clinic, potting demonstrations, trade attractions. Details Chris Broomfield on 07712 479056 or email show@ bournemouthorchidsociety. co.uk

27 February 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents a concert of popular music by Nicholas Martin at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Visitors welcome, £5 payable at door.

For info call 01202 895254.

27 February 7.30pm

Bournemouth & Beyond Discovery Group talk on the Flying Boats of Poole Harbour 1939-48 by Jeremy Waters, in the main hall of St Andrews Church, St Stephen’s Road, Bournemouth BH2 6JJ. Visitors welcome £3. More details at www.bournemouthandbeyond. co.uk

28 February 7.30pm

‘Verwood in Tune’ (formerly Verwood Keyboard Society) keyboard concert at The Hub with Chris Powell on Roland Atelier. Tickets £8 on the door or book by phone on 01202 828740.

2 March 4-6pm

Simon Hoare MP is holding an advice surgery in Verwood. To make an appointment, please e-mail: simon.hoare.mp@ parliament.uk, telephone 01258 452585 or write to Simon at The Stables, Whitecliff Gardens, Blandford Forum, DT11 7BU.

7 March 10am-1pm

Wildlife art class, ‘Bumble Bee on a Flower’ at Ringwood Library. £15 including refreshments. Booking essential. Tickets from the library on 01425 474255 or via the website at www.hants.gov. uk/shop

10 March 11.30am

Dorset Alpine Garden Society flower show and plant fair with alpines and other plants for sale. Photographic display.

Admission £1, children go free. Allendale Centre, Wimborne, BH21 1AS.

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Tim Vine’s Sunset Milk Idiot packs a pun

By Brian Donaldson

With Sunset Milk Idiot, the name of his new pun-packed touring show, Tim Vine has done something a bit different.

The former star of BBC sitcom Not Going Out, a Guinness World Record holder for most jokes told in an hour, and winner of Sport Relief’s darts tournament in 2016, suggests that you can try as hard as you can, but you won’t find a clever bit of wordplay anywhere in that title.

“It’s just describing what’s on the poster: there’s a bit of a sunset colour, and there’s an idiot with some milk bottles on his head,” he said.

While much of contemporary comedy offers some sort of autobiographical elements, top punmakers such as Tim are quite simply on a perpetual hunt for the finest jokes they can dream up. But once you have a full hour-plus of gags, there are other challenges to putting a show together, such as the order you tell those jokes in.

“There’s a vague science to this but you certainly make sure there are good ones at the beginning and at the end,” Tim admits. “I end with a song. So, rather than bringing the house down, I try to bring the floor up.”

His support act John Archer will do the first half, then Tim will do an hour or so.

As with most comedians, when a tour approaches there’s a distinct need

to put other projects to one side and get on with writing that new show.

Just before he hit the nation’s roads, the BBC broadcast the latest instalment of his Tim Vine Travels In Time comedy, the filming of which took up a solid period towards the end of 2017. Once that programme was in the bag, it gave him the chance to put the hours in on concocting some quality gags.

“Most days I will think of a joke, but I’ll not wake up every morning and immediately start comfort rocking and yelling different words out at the wall.

“Things will just occur to me as I’m pottering around, but getting ready for a tour, I have to make more of a concerted effort. So when I see the first dates of a tour looming, suddenly I get into that frame of mind that I’m looking for things or I’ll book a room and just write all day. And then I try them out on an audience. If a joke isn’t going down as well as I’d hoped, you try and tinker with it but eventually you just have to admit that you’re wrong about it. Sometimes there are jokes that I’ve done one way round and it turns out it works better in reverse.”

Sunset Milk Idiot stops over at Bournemouth Pavilion on Saturday 24 February.

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The bright lights of Poole

Squidsoup image © Paul Blakemore

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he first ever Light Up Poole festival of light art will transform the High Street from Falkland Square to the Quay this month.

From 15 to 17 February the town centre after dark will provide the dramatic backdrop to a series of art and digital installations designed to inspire and enchant.

International and local artists, many of them working in collaboration with Poole schools and arts organisations, will be showcasing their work in a celebration of Poole’s cultural diversity, heritage and unique location.

Light Up Poole will see the town centre divided into 11 zones. Among the displays on offer are: Submergence – an immersive walk-through experience created by Squidsoup, an international group of artists, researchers, technologists and designers; The Squirrel – a digital art installation by Sober Industries that will

Annual big band jazz returns Bournemouth Jazz Orchestra returns to Wimborne’s Allendale Centre on Monday 12 February for another evening of big band swing and jazz. The doors open at 7pm with a start time of 7.30pm.

Under their leader Tony Waller, and with notable musicians from the Solent area, the orchestra will be playing classic numbers from the likes of Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Stan Kenton and Glenn

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Miller. There will also be modern classics from Tom Kubis, Pat Metheny and Gordon Goodwin.

Organised by Wimborne Rotary and supported by the club’s business partners, admission to the concert is free, with a retiring collection in aid of the Poole Society for Young Musicians and Rotary charities.

Tickets will be issued at the door and will be limited to 300.

The Bournemouth Jazz Orchestra

highlight the plight of Brownsea Island’s famous colony of red squirrels; and Arbour – a new work by multi-media artist Mark Parry in light, film, digital video and photography. Amuzo, the Bournemouthbased team of game and App developers will launch their new smartphone game, Flo, at the event.

Sounds of Poole, a learning project focussed on music technology will also feature.

The event also includes Projection Mapping, Projection Bombing – with augmented reality technology to turn buildings, objects even whole landscapes into display surfaces for digital art.

Light Up Poole is presented by Audacious, with the support of Poole BID, Arts Council England, Lighthouse Poole, Bournemouth University, Borough of Poole, Poole Museum, Quays Culture, Arts University Bournemouth, SoundStorm music education agency and ArtfulScribe.

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You’ve Got a Friend – The music of James Taylor & Carole King You’ve Got a Friend – The music of James Taylor & Carole King – is returning to the Regent Centre in March following a sell-out in 2017.

It is from the same producers as The Simon & Garfunkel Story and Summer of Love, which always sell out at the Centre too.

Expect to hear some poignant old favourites such as ‘I Feel the Earth Move’, ‘Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow’, ‘(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman’ and the song that the show is named after.

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You’ve Got a Friend is on Friday 2 March at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced at £20 with concessions £18. In conjunction with the Regent Centre, mags4dorset has a pair of tickets to give away.

For your chance to win them for this performance, please answer the following question:

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Review: Dick Whittington

By Carol Waterkeyn Oh no you didn’t! Oh yes we did go to see the pantomime by the talented Highcliffe Charity Players at the Regent Centre on 15 January, and what a treat it was.

The last time we went to a panto must have been 20 years ago.

There were lots of opportunities for audience participation in booing – Mike Young played a superb King Rat and was my favourite character.

Malcolm George was an excellent and amusing Jack Spratt. They were the stand-out performances for me. Naomi Mantle played a slightly understated Dick Whittington, Hannah Jean

made a charming Alice and Debra Slee, the fairy, had a beautiful speaking and singing voice.

We enjoyed the performances of Paul Barrington as Gertrude Sprat, Stanley Smith as Tommy the cat (with a very loud miaow!) and Hayley Ruck as dizzy Maisy. Pete Whitaker as Sultan Peppa, although very good in the part, made us a bit uncomfortable with his non-PC accent. The other

characters too numerous to mention were entertaining, too. A special shout out should go to the wonderful Chorus, who sang and danced especially well.

It was a high-energy performance from beginning to end and the time passed quickly. There were a few loud bangs, which made us jump.

It was great to see so much talent in one show and did we enjoy it? Oh yes we did!

Felicity’s ‘baby’ is in safe hands Staff, volunteers and trustees at the Regent in Christchurch are celebrating at the news that their general manager, Felicity Porter, gave birth on Friday 5 January to a healthy, bouncing baby boy named Otis.

Felicity has handed over her other ‘baby’, the Regent, to the tender care of interim manager, Rupert Barrington.

Rupert is the former theatre manager at the Jellicoe theatre, which is part of Bournemouth & Poole College.

Felicity said, “We are so lucky to have got Rupert to cover my maternity leave. He has exactly the right background and experience to ensure the Regent is in safe hands whilst I am away.” Indeed, Rupert is part of a family dynasty of local dancers, singers and actors who have been involved in performance and theatre in the area for generations.

His grandfather, Jim, was one of the leading lights who helped raise funds to build a theatrical venue in Ferndown and the Barrington was named in his honour. Rupert’s aunts are all involved with local companies with Helen having just written and directed the successful, Christmas Spectacular at the Regent in

December, whilst his other aunt, Tracey, is a longstanding member of both Regent Rep and Highcliffe Charity Players. Rupert’s uncle, Paul and his wife, Emma, are also regular Charity Players performers.

Rupert also runs the South Coast Academy of Performing Arts with his wife, Jo, who is the former head of performing arts at Bournemouth & Poole College. They co-produced, along with West End star Earl Carpenter, the Ginger Boy Productions show of ‘SCROOGE’ at The Shelley Theatre.

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Residents’ parking permits will also rise and new limits are being imposed.

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Mitsubishi becomes netball partner

Mitsubishi Motors in the UK partners with England Netball

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4DORSET February 2018

Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has announced a brand new partnership with England Netball – the national governing body of England’s biggest female team sport. At least 1.4m women play the sport each week.

The partnership establishes Mitsubishi Motors as the official vehicle supplier to England Netball and the brand’s logo will also feature prominently on uniforms and warmup kits, as well as on the coaches’ kits.

Mitsubishi Motors’ support of England Netball builds on its national partnerships with England Rugby and Scottish Rugby, and with the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials. Plans are in place for the brand to assist with a variety of projects to support the growth and development of the sport across the country, while England Netball will also be provided with a fleet of Mitsubishi vehicles, including the Outlander petrol/electric PHEV and all-new Eclipse Cross SUV for their regional staff.

There has been great success for the England Roses as they secured a pair of wins over New Zealand in summer 2017 before winning the Fast5 Netball World Series in Melbourne. With the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the horizon, the focus is firmly on England continuing this momentum and making the podium.

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