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4DORSET HelloReaders Volume 13 • Issue 8 • March 2016

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February for me was a month of returns and it had nothing to do with tax. I kept buying things and having to return them. This rarely happens in my life, but like the proverbial buses, these unfortunate purchases all came at once. And it wasn’t because the goods and products didn’t work. The problem was that they were the wrong size. No sooner had I got out of the car and into the house with my prized purchases, I was back in the car returning them to the shops. A throw, co-ordinated with my bedding was going to look fabulous until I threw it over the bed and it swamped it. With the bed being king size, I was flummoxed. What size of bed was it made for? Fortunately the shop refunded with a smile. As did four other shops with four other products. Shopping locally paid dividends. If I’d purchased the same items online to get them a few pounds cheaper, you can imagine the kerfuffle. I expect I would have just kept the items, even though they were wrong and ‘made do’. Instead, my products were refunded without any fuss and I either had a suitable replacement or the money back in my pocket the next day. You don’t get that sort of service online. Enjoy this month’s magazine. There is plenty in it as well as some exciting competitions. Talking of which, the ten stories on the shortlist for our creative writing competition will be announced soon. The entries are excellent and well-known saga author Carol Rivers will judge the shortlisted stories.

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Around and About BCU Easter in Wimborne BCU Eggciting Easter Activities Competitions Education Ferndown News Health & Fitness Pets – Ask the Vet Property Section Specialist Services

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11 MARCH 2016 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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Don’t Stand By Hundreds came together at the BIC in Bournemouth on 31 January to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day Tributes were made to all those who were killed or persecuted during the Holocaust and subsequent genocides around the world. Following this year’s theme ‘Don’t Stand By,’ the day raised important issues facing the world. The commemorations acknowledged that during the Holocaust the vast majority of people stood by, either afraid to speak out or, at worst, were indifferent. Making people aware that genocide takes place when local populations allow insidious persecution to take root, the event called upon everyone to not stand by in the face of violence, hate crime and prejudice. Performing a thoughtful theatre piece at the event were a group of students from St Peter’s School.

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Speakers included two Holocaust survivors, Harry who lost several members of his family in the concentration camps and William who shared the story of his escape from Germany before his resettlement in the UK. Both recalled people who didn’t stand by and helped them in their time of need. There was also a young Syrian woman, named Lama, who discussed the ongoing plight of her country and the struggles facing her family today. The afternoon was concluded with singing from the Wessex Chorus Community Choir. Lynda Ford-Horne, one of the organisers of the event, commented:‘‘It was extremely moving to see so many people come together at this year’s commemorations. Remembering and paying tribute to the victims of genocide will help us to build a better world together. I would like to thank everyone who attended.’’ Attracting 700 people, it was the largest event ever for the Holocaust Memorial Day committee and the first to be held in such a high capacity venue.

Dorset County Council has welcomed the government’s announcement of a £4.1m budget boost, but the council’s leader Cllr Robert Gould has said that even with additional support, the financial position remains very challenging. He added, “We still need to make the planned savings and more to set a balanced budget, which will impact on the way we deliver services.” As well as the additional funding, which forms part of an extra £32.7m being made available to rural councils across England, the government agreed that councils could raise their council tax by £5pa if that sum was greater than a 2% increase. It was also agreed that councils should be able to set their own planning fees. A fundamental review of the methodology used to calculate rural need and the costs of delivering services in sparsely populated rural areas will also be implemented and it will be a key element in deciding how much business rates are retained by Dorset’s councils when they are localised. Cllr Gould said, “We will be taking every opportunity to feed into consultation on keeping 100 per cent of business rates in Dorset and reviewing of the funding formula to avoid Dorset getting a worse deal in future years.”

Bournemouth Water keeps prices down Bournemouth Water has published its annual water prices, which see the average household customer bill set at £136 for 2016/17, £11 less than it was five years ago. While keeping prices down, Bournemouth Water says it will continue to deliver improvements in areas customers have identified as priority.

Highcliffe Castle’s sole mates

Smuggling

will feature in new festival “Watch The Wall – Smugglers!” is the theme of the inaugural Christchurch Heritage Festival that will look at the impact of smuggling on the town in the 18th century. Local historian Michael Andrews is appealing for people to get involved and help with the planning and development of the festival. If you are interested, contact the Regent Centre on 01202 499199 and ask for the Christchurch Information Centre. The festival will be held in October and it is hoped it will become an annual event.

Additional funding in Dorset won’t stave off cuts

The contemporary electric folk band, Fish Out Of Water, recently completed five days on location, recording at Highcliffe Castle. Signed to Talking Elephant Records, the band are currently recording their first album for the label. It is almost entirely traditional folk material reinterpreted by the band who have given all the songs an edgy, contemporary rock feel. It will be released to coincide with ‘Record Store Day’ in April and will be promoted by Fish Out Of Water throughout their national festival tour this coming summer.

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Two exhibitions at

Highcliffe Castle

Visit Highcliffe Castle to enjoy an exhibition of gorgeous prints created by the Poole Printmakers. Also on display is Paul Dolman’s stunning collection of oil paintings. Both exhibitions run until 28 March. The castle is open from 11am to 4pm. Admission £3.50, accompanied children under 16 free. Season ticket holders free.

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Following on from its huge success last year, the Highcliffe Revival Food Festival will take place on Saturday 21 May In its second year, it is in association with Christchurch Food & Wine Festival. The theme will be to ‘shop local’ and support the food producers with plenty of artisan food, seafood and good meats from the local deli and butcher. Food stalls, demonstrations and lots of street entertainment are also being planned. A host of leading local chefs Celeb Chef Valen tine Warner will be taking part in cookery demonstrations, and for this year there is also to be a Kids Kitchen, sponsored by local Dorset Mary Reader, Chairman of Highcliffe butcher of the year, Chris Watson, as well as a Revival Food Festival said: “Last year his baking competition. demonstrations were inspirational and Celebrity TV chef and popular author really fitted our theme of promoting quality Valentine Warner will be returning to give local produce - and for that reason we have demonstrations, and will be attending a decided to ask him back.” special lunch at the Cliffhanger restaurant. Also appearing in the festival Valentine is a cook, food-writer and demonstration theatre will be an excellent broadcaster. He would generally prefer to be line-up of local chefs. So save the date and found in a field rather than an office, and is join the Highcliffe community on Saturday 21 most likely to be holding a spoon, a fishing May at the Highcliffe Revival Food Festival rod or a mossy stick! sponsored by Hoburne Holiday Parks.

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Column supplied by Wessex Pensions

Pension case study

I am a 42-year-old working mother of two living in rented accommodation. I am worried that when I retire, the state pension won’t cover my rent, let alone my living expenses. When I started working in the mid90s I assumed a pension was something I could think about later. By the time I was old enough to think I might need one, I worked for a large company who took care of it for me. Now I work in a small company so I’m currently not paying a pension at all.

Q. Is this wilful blindness as so many news outlets seem to be suggesting?

Sites identified for affordable housing Five possible sites comprising council owned land and assets have been identified by the Borough of Poole for affordable housing. They are: former Merley Youth Club site in Chichester Walk, two sites in Lytchett Drive, Northmead Drive and Creekmoor Lane/Tarn Drive. The council will now explore the type of development that might be viable. If affordable housing is the best option, the council will proceed to a formal planning application.

A. No. This situation could be applied to a lot of people your age. In your case you could have missed advice because by the time the government was worried enough to start doing something about the pension gap, you had been working for 15 years. Perhaps you were too busy to take on board what was being said, or maybe it wasn’t presented in a way that was easily understandable. The good news is, you can now save for your retirement with a workplace pension. Under a piece of legislation entitled “Qualifying Earnings” your company is currently obligated to provide a pension, and pay a contribution equal to 1% of everything you earn over £485 a month (rising to 3% in April 2019). You can contribute anything from 1% to 100%. Everything Daniel Parkin that is contributed gets some form of tax relief. For example, a pension contribution of £10 from the employer, matched with a £10 contribution from yourself after tax relief would cost you £8. Where else can a £8 contribution immediately turn into £20. Ask your employer now when they are setting up a pension, and plan what you can afford to pay in. This should help you look forward to a more comfortable retirement. Daniel Parkin PGDip DipFA Independent Financial Adviser

For further information about pensions contact Daniel Parkin, Wessex Pensions 07801 432182

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Range rover provides bear necessities

It’s not every day you see a giant bear being driven in a Range Rover with his arms and head poking through the sunroof. But that’s how Giganticus arrived at the Teddy Bear Museum in Dorchester recently. A massive addition to the museum’s wonderful collection, he weighs over 70kg and is so huge that he wouldn’t fit inside an ordinary car to make his journey. Arriving as he did with the wind in his fur, he amused many half term visitors when he turned up at his new home. “He is a wonderful bear, the problem we now have is to find a suitable place in the museum to display him. He is enormous,” said Jackie Ridley, the museum’s curator. “We have teddy bears of all types at the museum and of all ages spanning the whole history of teddy bears, but we have never had a bear like this! He will certainly not be missed. Giganticus will contrast well with one of the museum’s smallest bears, who fits in a small tea cup.” Giganticus’ new home is Britain’s only museum devoted entirely to teddy bears. Open seven days a week, the museum and its popular teddy bears are frequently featured on radio and television and it is a firm favourite with the public. Giganticus is sure to be a massive hit.

ANTISOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

in Corfe Mullen and West Parley People in Corfe Mullen and West Parley are being asked for their views on proposed Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) in their area due to nuisance. Cllr Mrs Barbara Manuel, Portfolio Holder for Community at East Dorset District Council, said: “We have had a number of issues reported to us at both of these locations which have been causing a nuisance to our residents. The Public Space Protection Orders will allow our officers to deal with any problems that arise in these areas and make everyone feel safer.” In Corfe Mullen the order is for a public thoroughfare between Phelipps Road and Rushcombe Way while the other order covers West Parley Amenity Area, off Christchurch Road, West Parley. The PSPOs would prohibit a number of antisocial activities such the drinking of alcohol and littering. In Corfe Mullen the PSPO would require dogs to be kept on leads at all times and the PSPO in West Parley would update an existing byelaw and allow the issue of Fixed Penalty Notices for any breaches. Enforcement would be undertaken by council officers. PSPOs were introduced in October 2014 by the Antisocial Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act and are designed to deal with a particular nuisance or problem in a particular area that is detrimental to the local community’s quality of life. The consultations on both orders started on 5 February and continue until 18 March 2016. They highlight the restrictions that are being proposed, and views are invited on whether these are appropriate.

THE CONSULTATIONS CAN BE FOUND AT:

www.dorsetforyou.com/article/421366/Public-thoroughfarefootpaths-between-Phelipps-Road-and-Rushcombe-WayCorfe-Mullen-Public-Space-Protection-Order-consultation www.dorsetforyou.com/article/421367/West-ParleyAmenity-Area-Public-Space-Protection-Orderconsultation Paper copies are available from the district and parish council offices.

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Upper school final

T T Wheelchair racers

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Pancake day races in Wimborne

Dante receives his prize from Wimborne mayor Cllr Shane Bartlett

By Liz Turner

With pancakes at the ready, 80 runners entered the pancake day races around Wimborne Minster on Shrove Tuesday From toddlers to traders, the Wimborne community came out in force to keep the annual tradition alive. Twenty races later – with the remnants of pancakes adorning the course - winners were declared for the five categories catering for all comers. Organiser Anthony Oliver sporting a chef’s hat said: “Once again we were very fortunate with the weather. Shrove Tuesday was very early this year and the forecast was not good. “There were entries for each category which was wonderful and everybody had a lot of fun.” The biggest cheer of the day went to students from Queen Elizabeth School in Wimborne for their sporting gesture in the upper school finals. Alex Binks, aged 14 from Beaucroft Foundation School was first across the line with the QE students encouraging him all the way. He was one of 22 students from Beaucroft in Colehill who entered the races. Four-year-old Alfie Thornton won the toddlers’ race, the first schools’ race was won by Jodie Teo, from year four at Wimborne First while 10 year-old Dante Dunbadin took the honours for middle school aged racers. Philip Goymer from Savills estate agents in Wimborne won the adult race. Wheelchair competitors Violet Carter and Enid Davies, both in their 90s, crossed the line at the same time, winning an enormous bag of birdseed which will attract birds to the garden at Stoneleigh House care home in Wimborne where they live.

Donations of £113 were made to the mayor’s charities

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Enter at: www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answers on a postcard to Heavy Horse Farm Park competition,Â MAGS4DORSET, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 17 March 2016. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd and Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision is final.

Win tickets for Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park Wondering how you are going to keep everyone entertained during the Easter holiday? MAGS4DORSET and Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park are here to help! We have a family ticket, valid for two adults and two children, to be won so you can enjoy a wonderful day out at the farm park just outside Verwood. The park opens on 25 March in time for the Easter holidays and visitors will find something for everyone including tours, talks and displays, heavy horse wagon rides, tractor and trailer rides. Meet friendly farm animals including over 20 rescued heavy horses, donkeys, miniature ponies, kune kune pigs, goats, sheep, alpacas, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, snow dogs and many more.

To be in with a chance of winning the ticket answer this question:

What date does the Heavy Horse Farm Park open for Easter?

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in with pets

SpringtimeA BUSY TIME! lambing -

With spring officially upon us we start to see the signs of new life: flowers, wildlife and livestock including calves and plenty of lambs skipping about in the fields.

ith this in mind our attention in animal health is always drawn to the enquiries and queries that come our way. With encouragement from celebrity chefs in recent years it has become apparent that anyone with a large garden or small piece of land seems to want to try their hand at the ‘good life’. This may be rearing a few chickens for eggs to having

Correctly ear tagged

a couple of pigs, sheep or goats for the freezer. After all what could be better than eating something you have produced yourself? The main problem we find at this time of year is people taking on ‘orphan lambs’. So called orphans not necessarily because their mother has died but where the mother (ewe) may not have enough milk, or the lamb is one of a triplet. (Ewes

will generally only rear two lambs). These orphans are then taken and reared by hand on formula type milk, this is time-consuming to many farmers and often they look to sell the orphans off. We would never want to discourage this, but it is important to remember that with food chain animals there are still a number legal requirements you have to abide by.

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You must be registered with DEFRA and get a CPHH registration number. You must also notify the local Animal Health and Plant Agency (AHPA).

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Lambs under 7 days old can only travel if they have a healed navel, be on suitable bedding and travel for no more than 100km (62m). They must also travel in a suitable livestock vehicle, container or crate capable of being cleaned and disinfected.

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Lambs should be ear tagged correctly and be accompanied by a sheep licence, on which all the details of the move and ear tag number are recorded.

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You must keep an official movement and medicine register for any animals you keep.

As well as these legal requirements, you are also bound by welfare legislation, it is of the utmost importance that animals receive the appropriate care, feed and environment. Research your species before you consider the challenges of rearing livestock. A couple of our Animal Health Officers will themselves also be very busy with lambing as usual. If you wish to have any more information on this subject please call: 01305 224475, or visit www.dorsetforyou.com and follow the links to Trading Standards, Animal Health pages. Karen Wood, Animal Health Officer

ASK THE VET Q: How long do guide dogs work for and what happens to them when they retire? A: This is a great question because Guide Dogs for the Blind do such an incredible job. Their training takes about two years to complete, such is the high level of training required. These dogs usually retire around 9-11 years of age. They are monitored closely to make sure that they are healthy and able to comfortably meet the challenges of their job. Don’t forget to email Jade It is common for the guide dog to your questions to be chosen remain with the owner in retirement. Failing that, the vast majority go to live for the April issue: with family or close friends – people that hello@hillsidevets.co.uk the dog is already familiar with and feels comfortable with. Sometimes, however, this is not practical and the dog may go to live with a new owner. The charity has an applicant list which prospective ‘re-homers’ can be added to. Bearing in mind that the retired guide dogs have spent most of their lives with constant human companionship, a reduction in the amount of human contact may be distressing for them. Given how hard the dogs have worked and what a life-changing impact they have had, one can understand why it is so important to the charity and the previous owner that the dog has a contented retirement. The rehoming officers have high expectations of prospective new owners and they will attempt to make a good match, rather than adopting a first come, first served policy. Guide Dogs for the Blind are amazing but let’s not forget all the other assistance dogs who also do fantastic work: Hearing Dogs for deaf people; Medical Detection Dogs; Canine Partners; Dogs for Good; Dog AID; Support Dogs etc. I haven’t the space to write about them all, although I’d love to. I hope that’s answered your question as to what they go on to do when they retire.

Email your pet related questions to hello@hillsidevets.co.uk Jade Douglas BVMS GPCert (Ophthal) MRCVS

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Wreaths laid on

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY Holocaust Memorial Day 2016 was marked in Christchurch with a ceremony at the Captain’s Club Hotel followed by the laying of wreaths at the Holocaust Memorial

The wreath laying ceremony

Harry Grenville spoke movingly about events he remembered from his childhood as part of a Jewish family in Ludwigsburg, near Stuttgart. He detailed the events which led to his parents and grandparents losing their wholesale business and of

their synagogue being destroyed on the infamous Kristallnacht (night of broken glass) on 10 November 1938. Harry was one of nearly 10,000 children who came to Britain under the Kindertransport programme and was fostered by a non-Jewish family in North Cornwall. He later discovered that his parents and grandparents had been killed in Auschwitz. Wreaths were laid at the Holocaust Memorial on Christchurch Quay by Gordon Thomas from Mudeford in memory of his wife Gisela who came as a child refugee to England in1939, by the Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr Frederick Neale and by Rose Hopkins and Luis Martinez from The Priory School in memory of the children who died in the Holocaust and past and current genocides.

Romance sparkled in Broadstone

Forum Jewellers in Broadstone recreated the famous ‘Love Lock Bridge’ in Paris giving romantic residents chance to win a spectacular diamond for Valentine’s Day while raising £957.97 for Julia’s House. For a month people attached ‘Love Lock’ padlocks to the front of Forum Jewellers with the key and their details being posted in a special Forum Love Lock letterbox, donated by Balloon a Room Weddings Padlocks donated by Nuffield Engineering Suppliers, were available in the store, for a minimum donation of £2 to Julia’s House. One key was drawn out by a representative from Julia’s House on 13 February and the lucky winner, Samia Bristow, received a sparkling half carat diamond worth £1,200, just in time for the most romantic day of the year.

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Schoolgirl’s song helps deaf children

Hollie Williams with deaf pop star ‘Fletch’

Thousands of people sung and signed to a song written by a Poole schoolgirl as part of sign2sing, a national campaign organised by the Deaf Health Charity SignHealth. Hollie Williams, age 12, entered a national competition to write lyrics to the song that was used in the national sign2sing campaign to help vulnerable deaf children. Hollie’s winning lyrics were put to music and she was invited to London to record a video of her song with deaf pop star ‘Fletch’. Schools, choirs, businesses and community groups signed up to learn the song and accompanying signs and used the event on 5 February as a platform for fundraising activities. Parkstone Grammar School pupil Hollie, said: “It was very exciting having my song chosen.” She was invited to lead the singing and signing at her old school Baden Powell.

Margaret Firth, chairman of the East Dorset Marks & Spencer retired staff association presented a cheque for £1,000 to Frances Cornelius, chair of Variety The Children’s Charity Wessex at the Ocean View Hotel, Bournemouth. The money will help buy a wheelchair for a local youngster.

Photo by Hattie Miles

Retired M & S staff help youngster

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Drum legend Ginger Baker, best known as the founder of the Sixties’ supergroup power trio Cream, is one of the headline acts secured by the 2016 Bournemouth Jazz Festival. Joining Ginger Baker’s Jazz Confusion on stage will be great British tenor sax player Andy Sheppard. Top singer Jacqui Dankworth will also headline the expanded festival.

OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED ON 25 JANUARY AT THE MIRAMAR HOTEL AND THE BRAINCHILD OF FILM DIRECTOR AND ENTREPRENEUR GERRY CLARKE, THE NEW-LOOK FESTIVAL INCLUDES:

Ginger Baker © Alexis Maryon

BOURNEMOUTH HEADLINES 2016 JAZZ FESTIVAL Headline Acts programme: with top international and national jazz names including saxophonist Jean Toussaint, singer Tina May and rising trumpet star Yazz Ahmed. World Jazz Jamboree: featuring jazz styles from Africa, Europe, India, the Middle East and South America. Jazz Village: in Bournemouth town centre with a live music stage. Catch the lively R&B Charlie Farran Band there on Friday night. Food and drink stalls and street jazz across the town with additional razzmajazz pockets planned for Westbourne, Southbourne and Boscombe. Education programme: offering jazz workshops for young musicians, a schools ‘Z Factor’ jazz competition Awards ceremony: with concert featuring the Dorset Youth Jazz Orchestra and Bournemouth University Big Band. The festival will also include many of Bournemouth and Dorset’s bestloved jazz musicians and bands such as Ian Ellis’s Quartet, Andy Urquhart’s Sound of Blue Note and Zoe Schwarz’s award winning Blue Commotion band. Social media: an ‘air saxophone’ photographic competition will be held, so get posting those pictures on Facebook.

At the launch, Gerry Clarke said it is hoped that an event in partnership with AFC Bournemouth will lead to an event at the Vitality Stadium. He added, “Given the success of the festival last year we are confident that the BJF this year will have a positive impact on the town and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors who come to visit the festival over the next few years.” The expanded 2016 Bournemouth Jazz Festival has been made possible by successful funding bids to Arts Council England, The Bournemouth Coastal BID and The Bournemouth Town Centre BID. Ticketed events can be booked at www.bournemouthjazzfestival.co.uk or www.bhlivetickets.co.uk/Online/default. asp Ticket prices range from £8–£25. MAGS4DORSET is the official media partner of the 2016 Bournemouth Jazz Festival and will be publishing the festival programme. If you would like the opportunity to advertise your business in this prestigious programme contact 01202 870270 as soon as possible. Space is limited.

THE JAZZ FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE BETWEEN 22 AND 24 APRIL

Exclusive report by Janine Pulford

THE CHERRIES MADE HISTORY LAST YEAR WHEN THEY WERE PROMOTED INTO THE PREMIER LEAGUE

Eunan O’Kane

On 27 January, three AFC Bournemouth players gave a frank interview at Ferndown Upper School when PE teacher Ryan Ellis asked the questions. Students discovered that goalie Adam Federici (Australian) started playing football aged eight, but didn’t play in goal until he was 14. Midfielders Dan Gosling and Eunan O’Kane said they gave up a lot of friend time when they were younger to concentrate on football. “There were countless times that I stayed in when my friends were doing stuff. It was hard,” said Gosling who was scouted at the age of 11 for a professional team. O’Kane came from a sporting background and started playing football aged 11. By the time he was 13, he was focused on having a career in the sport. A typical day at the Vitality Stadium training ground was described by O’Kane: “We have to reach the training ground by 9.45am at the latest. Most arrive around 9am because we get breakfast there. We all start to train at 10.30am when we maybe have a presentation. It could be about nutrition or sleep. Then we have a prehab session, for instance on ankle stability or knee stability. After that we go outside and train for one to two hours. When training finishes we can leave or hang around and recover and have lunch or go to the gym. We usually leave around 1.30 to 2pm.” When asked what feedback the players got from the pre and post-match stats room, Gosling said, “These go up every Monday. We all look at the information. It’s good to see how many passes you made in the game, aerial challenges, ground challenges, distance covered. The computer guys cut your clips out so you can just watch solely what you’ve done in the game and you can work on what you need to. Stats are good.”

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L-R Eunan O’Kane, Cadi Hicks (FUS), Ryan Ellis (FUS), Dan Gosling, Adam Federici

To read all of this exclusive interview and find out how Federici felt when he scored a goal and what the players get up to at half time, visit www. mags4dorset.co.uk and read the mid-February issue of Viewpoint (page 22).

n appreciation of the footballers’ visit, Year 12 Student Tom North told MAGS4DORSET: “It’s really exciting to see professionals giving back to the school and motivating us to achieve. It’s good to be here, looking up to the stage and thinking we are where they were a few years ago. They have given us something to aspire to, to get us in the hunter mode so we can go out and achieve. It’s nice that they have taken the time to come to our school when they’ve got so many other things to do.” Before leaving, the football stars signed a Bournemouth team shirt, which is now on display at FUS. FUS has a close relationship with AFC Bournemouth with several ex-students playing for the team. The school and the football club have worked closely together to enable students to train with the squad in term time.

Adam Federici

Cherries in the spotlight at Ferndown Upper School

in health and fitness

RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT OVARIAN CANCER

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and research charity Ovarian Cancer Action has chosen the theme Speak Up, Listen Up!

pired to get active Be insJen Richardson’s story - Advertising feature -

started swimming in public sessions at Ferndown Leisure Centre in July 2013 doing 20 lengths of breaststroke. I was swimming whilst the coached swim fitness was taking place, and I thought I want to swim like that. I spoke to Janet Latham (swim teacher) and had five one to one lessons to learn front crawl. I set myself the goal of being able to swim in coached swim fitness by January 2014. I practised in public sessions and monitored my progress via SWIMTAG, which I found motivating, and managed to swim 30k in December, some in open water. I then went to Tuesday and Thursday coached swim fitness sessions. I completed the Swimathon 1.5k in April 2014 and went on to do the 5k Swimathon a year later. After putting in time and effort and having lessons and training at Ferndown Leisure Centre, I achieved my goals, including the Pier-to-Pier swim in 2014 and 2015. David Ayres, on Thursday night’s coached Swim Fitness session at Ferndown, is helping me with distance training for open water swimming. I joined East Dorset Open Water Swimming Club, Shore Road in 2015 and have just been appointed honorary treasurer.

My goal for 2016 is to complete the 5k Swimathon at Ferndown Leisure on 1819 March, 3.8k Seahorse in July and do the Pier to Pier in a faster time.

Ovarian cancer isn’t as well-known as some other female cancers, yet it is the fifth most common - with more than 7,000 diagnoses in the UK each year. The UK has one of the lowest survival rates in Western Europe, with a woman dying from ovarian cancer every two hours, resulting in 4,300 deaths annually. Ovarian Cancer Action says one of the reasons for the poor survival rate in the UK is that the disease is often spotted too late. The charity recognises that speaking up about your health can be difficult and has developed a symptoms diary to help women record their symptoms and take it to their GP. Search for ‘Ovarian Cancer Action’ in your phone’s app store, or download a paper version at www.ovarian.org.uk

The four main symptoms of ovarian cancer are: • Persistent stomach pain • Persistent bloating or increased stomach size • Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly • Needing to urinate more frequently

To help you become inspired Ferndown Leisure Centre is offering a fantastic three month fitness membership for only £99, or swim membership for only £60 through the month of March. To find out more about the three month membership offer call Ferndown Leisure Centre on 01202 877468 email: enquiries@ ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk or visit www. ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk.

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aster in EWIMBORNE

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Easter is the perfect time to explore the attractions on your doorstep without getting stuck in holiday traffic. Take another look at the historic town of Wimborne where independent shops nestle alongside tourist attractions, restaurants, pubs and cafés proving plenty for the whole family to enjoy. It’s not surprising so many people choose to live in Wimborne’s thriving community, so make time to rediscover why the town is so popular. - advertising feature -

The Priest’s House Museum and Garden The Priest’s House Museum and Garden in Wimborne has fun for all the family this Easter. ‘Sally’s Holiday Activities’ (25 March-9 April) offer self-directed craft activities as part of a visit to the museum. ‘Little Explorers’ (Tuesdays 29 March, 5 April, 10am-12noon) is a morning of activities, stories and games (age 2+). New exhibitions ‘Dress to Impress’ and ‘Scenes of Wimborne and East Dorset’ open on 25 March. Visit the website for further details, opening times and prices. www.priest-house.co.uk - advertising feature -

Travel from Bournemouth to Wimborne made easy thanks to morebus and route 13 Travelling to Wimborne will be a piece of cake during the Easter school holidays - thanks to recent service reliability improvements from morebus. The bus operator has made timetable changes to its Route 13 - taking passengers between Bournemouth, Ferndown (via Winton and West Parley) and Wimborne - to lessen any disruption created by the current A338 roadworks. “We listen very carefully to our customers and they have been clear about their priorities here - particularly in light of the major roadworks and heavy traffic causing delays,” said morebus communications manager, Nikki Honer “With this in mind, we have introduced a new and improved timetable to get people where they need to be, in a timely manner.” Passengers travelling with morebus during the Easter long weekend can take advantage of a half price dayrider ticket. And services will run as follows: Good Friday - Sunday services. Easter Saturday - normal Saturday services Easter Sunday - normal Sunday services Easter Monday - Sunday services

For more detailed Easter weekend timetable information, please visit morebus.co.uk

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ENJOY A STROLL AROUND THE TOWN A trip to Wimborne this Easter doesn’t mean you’ll have to spend all your time indoors. There’s plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy a walk around the town following the historic trail. Many of the original buildings in Wimborne town centre have been preserved because of planning restrictions, so Wimborne now contains some of the finest examples of 15th, 16th and 17th century architecture in Dorset. Wimborne’s Historic Town Trail is composed of three separate trails, which can be combined into a single, enjoyable two-hour trail around the town or done individually, according to time available.

There are 12 green plaques located at places of special historic interest along the trail: • • • • • • • • • • • •

First Methodist Church Old Grammar School Deans Court Lane Albion Inn Matthew Prior’s birthplace Allendale House Wimborne Parish Workhouse Priest’s House Museum Tivoli Theatre Gulliver House Victoria Hospital Wimborne railway station

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Wimborne Tourist Information Centre Looking for ideas for Mother’s Day gifts or what to do at Easter? Want to know what’s going on in the area? Pop into the Tourist Information Centre in Wimborne and chat to the friendly team. New season leaflets and brochures are arriving every week and there is a fresh new selection of local gifts and souvenirs. The Tourist Information Centre is an agent for National Express, Seaview Coaches and Salisbury Playhouse, as well as for a host of local events including Wimborne Minster Folk Festival, Broadstone Players and more. The TIC is open Monday to Saturday 10am – 4pm. Easter in Wimborne continued on page 20

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- Easter in Wimborne continued from page 19

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EASTER COMEDY

EXTRAVAGANZA Wimborne Comedy Club and the Allendale are presenting an Easter comedy extravaganza on 26 March, with the legendary Arthur Smith as the headline act. The well-known star of many television and radio programmes, including ‘Grumpy Old Men’, and a regular presenter on ‘The One Show’, started on the alternative comedy circuit in the 1980s, specialising in compering. He’s been a regular performer at the Edinburgh Festival, and is also an accomplished playwright. He presents the BBC Radio 4 travel programme ‘Excess Baggage’ and has been a regular on ‘Loose Ends’. Amongst those supporting Arthur is Noel James The extravaganza is suited for those aged over 18 and tickets, priced £12, are available at The Allendale Centre box office.

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Footlight Performance Academy

Footlight Performance Academy, which was established in 1987 has launched two new classes for 2016. DDMIX is a fun and exciting aerobic dance workout created by Darcey Bussell, while acrobatics classes for children aged 5-18 years, cover flexibility, strength, balance, tumbling and basic contortion. Footlight currently holds classes suitable for everyone, toddlers to adults in so many styles including, ballet, tap, modern, singing, drama, acrobatics, DDMIX aerobic classes and baby pre-school cygnets music and movement. Footlight operate in all areas in and around Wimborne including Colehill, Merley, Corfe Mullen, Bearwood and Broadstone.

Interested in joining one of the finest performing arts school in Dorset? Contact the office on 01202 848052 or email nina@footlight-dance.co.uk www.footlight-dance.co.uk

“Their future is our passion”

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COME AND SING THE MESSIAH If you immediately associate Handel’s ‘Messiah’ with Christmas then it’s time to thing again. The choral masterpiece was originally written to be performed during the Easter season and was premiered on 13 April 1742 in Dublin. The Royal Choral Society has performed the ‘Messiah’ on Good Friday afternoon at the Royal Albert Hall every year since 1876 and has become one of London’s great Easter traditions. Now Wimborne Minster is giving everyone the chance to join in with selected choruses from the ‘Messiah’ as part of its Easter celebrations. On Passion Sunday, 13 March, singers are being invited to spend an afternoon rehearsing the popular choruses before a performance in the minster at 6.30pm, which replaces evensong. ‘Come and Sing the Messiah’ is being hosted by David Gostick and the minster choir and is part of the Passiontide music programme. Last year 70 singers formed the choir for a performance of Stainer’s ‘The Crucifixion’ and again all singers are welcome with no auditions being held. To book your place which costs £10, contact Peter Cook at the parish office on 01202 884753 or email him at Cook.p4@sky.com

Don’t forget to visit Wimborne Minster

The Saxon church, with Norman and Gothic architecture, is famous for its unique chained library as well as the tombs of King Ethelred (the brother of Alfred the Great), John Beaufort, Duke of Somerset, and his Duchess (the maternal grandparents of King Henry VII of England). At the top of a spiral staircase, over 600 years old, is the old Treasury. This housed the wealth of the minster until Henry VIII confiscated it. The library, founded in 1686, is the second largest chained library in the country and was also one of the first public libraries. The central display case contains a manuscript written on lambskin in 1343, a book bound for the court of Henry VIII, incunabula printed in 1495 on the works of St Anselm, and a Paraphrase of Erasmus printed in 1522 with a title page designed by Holbein.

Wimborne Model Town

The model town is one of the largest and most established model towns in England. The models are an exact 1/10th scale replica of Wimborne town centre as it was in the 1950s. Shop windows display the goods and services, which were available at the time. The model town is set against a backdrop of beautiful gardens. There are also tea rooms.

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All Greek at Allenbourn

Allenbourn Middle School in Wimborne made an Olympian effort when it came to inspiring their children to learn about ancient Greece. The 153 year 5 students ditched their school uniform for tunics, sandals and laurel wreaths as they turned back the clock by more than 2,000 years. The day was organised to help bring history alive for the children. The students participated in ancient Olympic Games, re-enacted

famous Greek myths and trod the boards for some Greek dancing. They ended their day with a chariot race. Headteacher, Cindy Pritchard, said: “There’s nothing like bringing history and text books to life than getting the children truly involved in acting out what life was like back then. “Our Year 5s had a fantastic time spending the day in Ancient Greece and have learned so much about the culture of the times.”

Election day at Ferndown Upper – Cllr Shortell and Grace are pictured on the left with Verwood Mayor and escort Clive Grove on the right

Dorset votes for UK MYPs Students at 39 schools across Dorset have been voting to elect two UK Members of the Youth Parliament (MYPs) Twelve candidates stood on issues ranging from protecting youth services in Dorset, to work opportunities for young people, to raising the awareness of mental health issues in young people Ferndown Upper School students voted under the watchful eye of 13-year-old Grace Hill, the school’s candidate. Year 9 student Grace’s manifesto is to raise awareness of the effects of negative stereotyping and peer pressure, backing a ‘say something positive’ campaign. Showing their support for the election, East Dorset District Council vicechairman Cllr David Shortell and the Mayor of Verwood Cllr Sandra Grove, visited Ferndown Upper to talk to students.

Cllr Shortell said: “It’s great to see young people involved in politics, and showing an interest in elections and democracy will benefit the country as a whole.” Cllr Grove agreed adding: “It’s absolutely superb to see even the youngest students embracing the idea of voting and learning how privileged

they are to be able to make a difference.” Grace had spoken to students across the area at 11 assemblies to get her message across, addressing up to 400 of her peers at a time. The UK Youth Parliament has 600 elected MYPs aged 11-18. In the past two years one million young people have voted in UK Youth Parliament elections. It enables young people to use their energy and passion to change the world for the better. Run by young people for young people, UKYP provides opportunities for 11-18 year-olds to use their voice in creative ways to bring about social change. The Dorset results were being announced on 25 February at County Hall in Dorchester. Two deputy MYPs are also elected.

Free meals for families in need Free lentil casseroles are being offered to Boscombe families struggling to make ends meet. King’s Park Academy pupil Poppy-Lou Scott was one of 200 volunteers who gathered at the school in Ashley Road, Bournemouth, to take part in the LOVE:Boscombe Hunger Project, which is providing the ready prepared, healthy meals for families in need. Ian Rothwell, pastor of Turning Point Church in Boscombe, spearheaded the event. He said: “The LOVE:Boscombe Hunger Project was formed by churches across the area to help battle poverty in our

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community.” Volunteers took just two hours to pack the ingredients for 25,000 lentil casseroles. Lauren Dean, Associate Principal of King’s Park Academy, said: “We were pleased to offer our school hall and young volunteers to help pack these meals. “Poverty is an issue affecting many local families and our pupils want to do all they can to help children who do not have enough to eat.” The meals are available free to anyone who needs them and can be collected from the Zervo Flexi store in Boscombe High Street until 13 February. The meals are being given out MondayFriday from 10am-12 noon.

Poppy-Lou Scott

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UCAS exhibition

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tudents from Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole applying for university or college should visit the UCAS exhibition at Bournemouth University to learn all about life in higher education. The exhibition is organised by Ansbury who have hosted UCAS exhibitions for over 10 years and thousands of students visit each year. Over 100 universities and colleges from across the UK will be available to speak to anyone thinking about taking their first step into higher education. The event on Wednesday 23 March from 9.30am to 2.30pm is also a great opportunity for young people to ask UCAS advisers the burning questions about their applications. Michael Smith, UCAS interim head of events said: “UCAS exhibitions are a great way to find out about life after exams – whether that means university, volunteer work, a gap year or career opportunities. We really encourage people to come along to Bournemouth University and see what their future could look like.”

Pippa Allner, careers adviser at Ansbury said: “It’s important that our students make informed choices at this crucial stage. Our event is the ideal chance to find out what’s on offer straight from the universities and colleges they could be studying at very soon.”

Students can find more about getting the most out of visiting an exhibition at www.ucas.com/prep. UCAS oversee over 50 exhibitions each year around the UK.

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Pioneering Moyles Court School

ATTAINS SOLID RANKING The team at Moyles Court School has worked hard to offer unparalleled added value to parents during 2015, clearly defining and staying true to its vision The reward was not only an influx of new students for the new academic year but an outstanding academic performance and a coveted rank in the Sunday Times top 50 fee paying schools. Moyles Court School, set within the New Forest National Park, demonstrates that beauty is anything

‘Success at Moyles Court School’

but skin deep. Individualised learning, affordable fees, a flexible approach to travel and wrap around care are core values developed by a dedicated team led by new Headmaster Richard Milner-Smith. Moyles Court has established itself not only as an independent school with a distinct new offering attracting parents who would not normally consider an independent education, but a school with an academic standing as evidenced by ranking 40th overall in the Times Parent Power Schools Guide for Small Independents (23rd in a specific comparison with other mixed/co-ed schools). Lucy Phillips (pictured) epitomises Moyles Court’s success with 5A*s, 5As and a B in her GCSEs. Moyles Court School is a co-ed school taking pupils from 2½ to 16 years. The school is located on a generous site of 14 acres near Ringwood and within the New Forest. It runs a diversity of extra-curricular activities and is part of the Forest Schools Network, an organisation which broadens pupils’ experience of nature and the environment. www.moylescourtschool.co.uk

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WILDLIFE, BIRDS and TREES An interview with photographer/ cameraman Sam Stewart By Janine Pulford

“I’ve spent days, weeks and even years trying to get that perfect wildlife shot, so when it happens, the sense of achievement is intense,” says Sam Stewart who has helped film for the BBC

Under the stars in Africa

Barn owl

And though he now knows where his future lies, it wasn’t always that way

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I like to illustrate the beauty of nature and show how it develops with each part of evolution being necessary. There is a science behind wildlife. Nothing in nature has happened by mistake

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Sam, aged 24, from Wimborne didn’t was assisting.” grow up with a camera in his hand He admits he was at the bottom learning about f-stops, instead, he of the ladder helping move equipment around, rather than shooting footage, was generally to be found in the great but it gave him the contact and outdoors discovering the world around credibility with the producers who were him. open to other suggestions. Sam was “I was fascinated by it,” he explains able to be involved with a range of his and growing up at Stewarts Garden ideas for television including filming Centre, which is owned by his family, meant there was plenty of opportunity to robins and nightjars. get up close to the natural world. He also worked with British “As a child, I spent as much time television presenter and cameraman as I possibly could with a man called Simon King for 18 months helping to Jim Brown. He taught me about wildlife, set up the Wild Meadows project on birds and trees. He was the first person a 10-acre piece of land. Sam helped to introduce me to the importance of the to convert the area into a habitat now environment.” richly populated with wildlife. A lake Jim was a constant source of was created and nest boxes made and information. He worked for Stewarts installed along with live cams. These from the age of 14 until he was in his now follow the activity of harvest mice, 80s and was always willing to share kingfishers, badgers and foxes among his knowledge. Sam absorbed it with other creatures. To see them, visit: enthusiasm. www.simonkingwildlife.com/page/wildBut Sam’s fascination with what meadows lurked underneath the paving slabs didn’t help Sitting in a river him excel academically, Sam captures and when it came to the moment a kingfisher lands choosing a university, he on his head floundered. By then, he owned a digital camera and scoured the Internet for a suitable course. It was Marine and Natural History Photography that sprang out at him. “As soon as I read the details, I knew it was what I wanted to do,” he said. Sam has also undertaken Sam graduated from Falmouth commissions abroad including filming University in 2012. for the charity African People and “The course gave me the building Wildlife Fund when he lived and worked blocks of my career,” explained Sam. among the Maasai people. “My third year project was to study grey “I’m fascinated by stories that seals and I filmed them in Cornwall. I involve people. People are part of the went repeatedly to the same place to get environment,” he says, showing me footage and it was during this project a folder of exceptional images on his that I saw a BBC tweet asking for ideas laptop of tribal village life as well as for a series they were planning. I got in lions, elephants and wildebeest. touch and suggested grey seals. Within With a huge library of still three days, the BBC was filming and I photography and files of moving film, it’s

Kingfisher

easy to assume Sam’s making a good living out of what he does, but that’s not quite true. “It’s a struggle,” he admits. “But I can see it as my future as long as I keep working as hard as I possibly can.” A fulfilling part of his job is the talks he gives to schools, camera clubs and universities. “I like to illustrate the beauty of nature and show how it develops with each part of evolution being necessary. There is a science behind wildlife. Nothing in nature has happened by mistake, which is why it is so fascinating. The educational aspect is very important and I’d love to be a TV cameraman working on a series. It would be a complete bonus.” He knows this already because he’s been involved with the making of an Austrian series with EMMY and BAFTA award-winning photographer and filmmaker Ian McCarthy about blue sharks. Being a diver, Sam also uses underwater cameras, as well as setting camera traps, which are triggered remotely when he’s not on site. He’s obtained many incredible and exciting images by using camera traps, but the most elusive photograph of all is that of a family of foxes playing in a bluebell wood in Dorset. “I’ve been there two years running and last spring I sat for about 50 hours and didn’t get the picture I wanted,” he says without a hint of resignation because giving up is not in his nature and this year he intends to go back and try again. Yet he doesn’t like to be called passionate about his work. He sums it up in another way: “The bigger the challenge, the greater the reward. And I love a challenge.” Then I think of him sitting in a river, dressed in camouflage waiting for a kingfisher to land on his head so he can photograph it and I decide he’s either passionate about what he does, or slightly bonkers. Visit www.samstewartphoto.org to see more of Sam’s work, or next time you’re having a coffee at Stewarts Garden Centre in God’s Blessing Lane in Wimborne, check out the images on the wall in the café.

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Poor Common, poor trees! Criticism has been voiced following the stapling of notices to trees on Poor Common in Ferndown, whilst the noticeboards have been left bare. Resident Tony Brown who knows the area well said, “I think the signs spoil the ambience and aesthetics of the woodland walk. I appreciate the requests on the posters but why the rangers didn’t put them on the specifically designed notice boards is strange. I’m not sure the staples will do the trees or fences any good either.” Christchurch and East Dorset Countryside Team stapled the laminated notices to trees and gates to publicise a volunteer day. A spokesperson said, “There was no intention to harm the trees. We selected ones with thick fissured bark and the notices, including staples, will be removed as soon as the event has taken place.” Ironically, the volunteer day on 3 March is to encourage local resident to take an interest in their local green spaces and do something positive for the environment and conservation.

Power Thief

LIVE: FERNDOWN Guest of honour at the grand final of ‘Live: Ferndown 2016’ will be Christchurch MP Chris Chope OBE Finalists include local stars Amy Williams, Del Satterthwaite, Lucy Jarvis, DFYNE, Tanya Miller, Jenny Osborne, Amanda Bond & Rachel Wright, Power Thief, Jenny Oag, Melissa Barton, Teen Ambition, Karl Vogts and Josh Baldwin. Organised by Steve Lugg in association with the Ferndown Community Association, Live: Ferndown is a great family night out. Steve said, “It’s exciting seeing so much local talent performing. I’m proud to be involved.” The audience can also vote for their favourite act. Chris “Chrissyferkin” Daines is the MC, and local legend Matt Black will lead the judges’ panel. The final takes place in the Barrington Theatre on Friday 8 April from 7pm and the programme will be included in The Barrington Theatre magazine.

Highest honour bestowed on veteran A 95 year-old Ferndown man has received the highest award granted by the French Government for bravery and excellence in the military service to their nation. Bill Howard was presented with the Chevalier, Ordre de la Légion d’Honneur to recognise his involvement in the liberation of France during the Second World War. A driver in Royal Army Service Corps attached to the 6th Airborne Division, he landed on Gold Beach in Normandy to deliver medical and general supplies to field hospitals. The presentation was made by the Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Mrs Julie Robinson at Fairlawn Residential Home on Saturday 9 January where Bill was joined by members of his family and Ferndown Royal British Legion.

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Ferndown mayor presents Bill with his award

Stuck on MODELLING? Eleanor signs a copy of her poetry book for Sue Row

Poetry book launch

A club for enthusiastic modelmakers has been launched. The RBL Ferndown Model Society lifted off on 25 February for all types of modelling from Airfix to dolls houses. Whether you are experienced or a beginner, this club is for you. Call Tony Ansell on 07815 824841 for information. Meetings are held at the Royal British Legion Club, Church Road, Ferndown. You do not have to be an RBL member to join.

Eleanor Green held a successful poetry book signing in Ferndown Library on 9 February. A compulsive poet, she gave a brief explanation about how her illustrated book of verse ‘Life Off The Wall’ came about before signing copies for her fans. Visit www.mags4dorset.co.uk for more local news

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REGULAR FRIDAY MARKET

And this is what local people had to say about this exciting venture that will enhance the Ferndown cosmos

On Friday 1 April, Southern Market Traders (SMT) will be putting up their green and white gazebos in Penny’s Walk, Ferndown for the very first time, to house a brand new shopping experience for you in the town

“A regular market in the town is what residents, shops and businesses have been asking for, and this will help improve the footfall in the town. It’s a positive step forward.”

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Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Julie Robinson

“This is a major step forward in creating a vibrant, interesting commercial town centre.” Councillor Steve Lugg, Chairman of East Dorset District Council

“The Chamber has been working on this project with the aim of enhancing the town’s profile and attracting visitors from other areas as well as improving the shopping experience for its residents.” James Edgar, President of Ferndown Chamber of Commerce

Local councillors and the members of the Chamber of Commerce have asked SMT to deliver a street market filled with the nicest characters and the highest quality products. They have seen SMT’s markets in towns like Christchurch, Winchester and Alton and want the same vibrant atmosphere to be brought to Ferndown every Friday. This venture is all about community, offering local traders and some of the independent shopkeepers from the High Street the opportunity to bring their wares to the street experience, to boost their businesses. The market will also give the local customers and people from the surrounding towns and villages a reason to come into town for a great new place to shop, meet old friends and make new ones. There will be so much to see and a great selection to choose from.

Delicatessen

There will be the finest delicatessen products with a full range of meats and cheeses, both local, international and rare breed.

Fruit and veg, plants and flowers

There will be produce in abundance with the freshest fruit, vegetables, plants and flowers.

Fashion

Fashion for ladies, gentlemen and children with high quality accessories like handbags and scarves.

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Photos courtesy of SMT Management Consultants Ltd taken at other market locations. For illustrative purposes only.

“We need more things like this to get some life back into Ferndown. A lot of Ferndown residents would love to be able to stay in Ferndown, without getting on a bus to undertake shopping in the next town.” Tom Scrase, resident

Gifts, arts and crafts

For good measure there will be a classy smattering of gifts, crafts and artwork to delight you and provide choice for those special occasions.

Take a break

It won’t be necessary for SMT to bring hot food and drink to the market as there are already refreshments on offer in the Raffles Coffee House in the Barrington Theatre with all manner of hearty meals, warming snacks, and great beverages on offer.

A great day out

So – you can make a great day of it – meet friends, browse the market, enjoy lunch, pick up a bargain or two and stock up your larder with the freshest, tastiest produce on offer.

Colourful characters

There will be some great characters for you to meet and all the market traders are looking forward to seeing you there on Friday 1 April.

Bring your product to the street trading experience If you have any questions or would like to bring your product to the street trading experience and join in the fun, please call SMT on 07515 797878.

“It is an extremely good movement forward for the town.” Warren Brown, resident

“It’s going to be a good thing. I will visit the market in Ferndown.”

Patricia Badger, Northbourne resident for 59 years

“I’m looking forward to a weekly market. Anything that brings people to the town will help local shops.” Kathy Johnson, resident

“A weekly market will be lovely. I would like to see plants, bread and cheese. We had a market in Sherborne, which we enjoyed.” Ferndown resident who moved to Ferndown from Sherborne two months ago and wished to remain anonymous

“One of the main points that came out of a recent public and local retailers survey* was the need for a town market. It’s great that this now looks like it’s going to happen. Let’s hope it gets public support.” Tony Brown, Treasurer of Ferndown Chamber of Commerce

*Spot Checkers survey: 73% of businesses interviewed said they would like to see a market in Ferndown to encourage footfall.

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I went along to find out for myself. Consultant Kerry Hesketh applied Visible Difference Skin Balancing Exfoliating Cream to my hands, followed by Eight Hour Body Cream then the latest Eight Hour®Cream All-Over Miracle Oil, introduced to the range in December. The facial started with a Ceramide Cleanser and Toner followed by Superstart Skin Booster, a Prevage Intense and Repair Serum, Eight Hour®Cream All-Over Miracle Oil, Prevage Day Lotion and Prevage Intense and Repair Eye Serum. The skin on my hands and face felt supple and looked radiant. The versatile Miracle Oil is designed for all skin types, it moisturizes for 8-12 hours and contains a high concentration of Omegas 6 and 9 to help nourish, soothe and protect the skin. As well as for use on the face and body, it can be sprayed onto damp or dry hair, to impart a glossy shine without leaving behind a greasy residue. Price: 100 ml Bottle RRP £29. Janine Pulford

COMPETITION MAGS4DORSET and Elizabeth Arden are pleased to offer four surprise prizes from the Eight Hour® range. Each winner also has the option of enjoying a complimentary on-the-counter intensive hand massage and rejuvenating facial in Debenhams, Bournemouth All you have to do is answer the following question:

When was the Eight Hour®Cream All-Over Miracle Oil added to the Elizabeth Arden range? Send your answer to: Eight Hour Range, MAGS4DORSET, First Floor King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 21 March 2016. The first four correct answers will be the winners. All winners will receive one surprise product from the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour® range as their prize, but will have to make their own travel arrangements to obtain their complimentary on-the-counter hand massage and facial at Debenhams in Bournemouth. Travel costs are not included. There is no cash alternative. Employees of Pulford Publicity Ltd and Elizabeth Arden are not permitted to enter. The editor’s decision is final.

mags4dorset’s charity of the year is Cherry Tree Nursery in Northbourne Cherry Tree Nursery:

Eileen’s story

I have been a volunteer at Cherry Tree Nursery for nine years and I have loved every moment Before I was referred to Cherry Tree by my doctor, I had severe anxiety and depression. I had no structure to my day and was nearly on the verge of ending my life. I was ‘Billy-no-mates’. Today I am a completely different person. I have everything to live for and I have learned to take care of plants. Just like humans, plants also need loving care and attention. I have learned how to propagate cuttings, weed and feed plants and prune and water them, and over time I learned to relax into the work, so much so that I now love being around plants. I began to feel at peace in myself, and this has continued to the present day. I consider plants as my friends they give so much joy just looking at them. I would even go so far as saying I feel a connection with them and that connection is spiritual. I am so lucky to have experienced this. I am lucky also to have fulfilled two of my passions: horticultural work and writing. These days I write thank you letters to people who donate money to Cherry Tree Nursery, and I get just as much

satisfaction from writing as I do from working with plants. Cherry Tree has given me so much: I have my life back. I have purpose to my days, I have genuine friends and a social life. I cannot put a price on that. Cherry Tree is not just about the plants, it is also about the people and volunteers and staff. The staff are very supportive. Coming from a very abusive background, I could only ever see the negative, dark side of human nature. One person I need to acknowledge and thank for helping me see the good in people is the manager of Cherry Tree Nursery, Jessica Davies. Jess you taught by example and I shall always be eternally grateful to you even though it did not sit well with me in the beginning. The motto ‘Caring for People, Caring for Plants’ is lived in action at Cherry Tree Nursery. Acceptance is everything. To be accepted fully in one’s humanity is truly a gift to one’s soul.

Eileen

Trevor and Eileen

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Mother’s Day It is often said that being a mother is one of the hardest jobs in the world. From those early days of night feeds to babysitting as a grandma: mothers are there every step of the way. Mother’s Day is the time to set aside to say thank you to your mum for all her hard work. This year, it’s on Sunday 6 March and you could take her for a special meal, a day out or buy her flowers. Or you could do all three at your local garden centre. Stewarts garden centres will not only be providing a delicious Mother’s Day meal in their coffee shops, but there will also be a beautiful selection of plants for sale as well many more gift ideas. You can then have your carefully chosen gift wrapped to make it even more beautiful. Stewarts are even offering free gift-wrapping from 1–6 March 2016 on all purchases over £10!

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this month 6 March 11am-3pm

Spoil your mum on Mother’s Day at Brownsea Island. Create a natural masterpiece to give to your mum and then treat her to a cream tea in the Villano café. 01202 707744

8 March 7.30pm

‘The River Stour from Stourhead to Christchurch Harbour’ by Mike Crankshaw at Richmond Hill St Andrew’s United Reformed Church Hall, St Stephen’s Road, Bournemouth. www.bournemouthandbeyond.co.uk

8 March 8pm

The Bernie Farrenden Duo in the restaurant at the Nelson Tavern, 75 Mudeford, Christchurch. 01202 485105

9 March 10am-12.15pm

Wimborne Stroke Support Group, ‘Dorset Wildlife Trust’ talk with slides by Nicky Hoare, Cedar Room, Haskins Garden Centre, Longham. 01202 884737

10 March 7.30pm

Verwood and 3LX Twinning Association meeting, a talk by Nick Thomas ‘Comedy Writing’. Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre. 01202 826449

11 March 7pm

Bournemouth and District MS Society hosts talk on Red Arrows by Colin van Geffen at the Osborne Centre, Church Lane, West Parley. 01202 570300

11 March 11am

Talk ‘Bournemouth’s Haves and Have Nots’ by Eileen Barker, Bournemouth library. 01202 454848

12 March 10am-4pm

Fun craft day with demonstrations and mini workshops, teas and cakes to raise funds for operation for local 3 year-old Jakob Sales, who has cerebral palsy. St Michael’s Church Centre, Colehill. 01202 881443

12 March 10am-4pm

Dorset Family History Society’s family history day at Parkstone Grammar School, Sopers Lane, Poole. 01202 785723

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12 March 7.30pm

Verwood Rotary, charity dance with the Swing Unlimited Community Big Band, Verwood Memorial Hall. 01202 824995

13 March 10am-5pm

Volunteer day, Upton Wood, Pony Drive, Upton, cutting back bramble, holly and maintaining wildlife hedge. 01929 557237

13 March 8am-12noon

Christchurch Lions car boot sale, Stanpit Recreation Ground, Christchurch. 0845 833 9826

14 March 2pm

Wimborne Horticultural Society, ‘Pantenal & Brazil, Isuzu Falls and Rio’ by Mr Daniels. Allendale Centre, Wimborne. 01202 887006

14 March 2.30pm

18 March 7.30pm

30 March 10am-12noon

20 March 12noon-4pm

Verwood Keyboard Society presents Pete Shaw playing a Korg at Verwood Hub. 01202 822936

Flower show in aid of Cancer Research UK, Naked Cross Nurseries, Waterloo Road, Corfe Mullen. Displays of spring flowers, floral arrangements, cookery, handicrafts and children’s section. 01202 752014

21 March 2pm

Ringwood Afternoon WI meets at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood Speaker Ann Sevier on ‘A year in the life of a New Forest Pony and its owner the Commoner.’ 01425 470826

25 March-10 April 10am-3pm

14 March 8pm

25 March-12 April 11am-5pm

15 March 7.30pm

Verwood Historical Society, Steve Roberts gives illustrated talk on ‘Magna Carta – the battle of Evesham and after’. St Michael’s Parish Centre, Manor Road. 01202 824175

15 March 7.30pm

Easter egg hunt, National Trust, Knoll Beach office, Studland. 01929 450500

‘Trapped Light’ exhibition of contemporary engraved glass by southwest branch of Guild of Glass Engravers, Durlston Castle, Swanage. 01929 424443

26 March 10am-12noon

Oakdale Residents Community Association’s table top sale at Oakdale Community Partnership Centre, Wimborne Road, Oakdale. 01202 269353

25 March 1-4pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society presents concert of popular music by Kevin Grunill at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. 01202 895254

Community dog fun day. KGV Fields, Ferndown, for East Dorset residents. Free microchipping and ask the vet, stalls, taster dog classes. Contact R Taylor at EDDC. 01202 886201

17 March 8pm

26 March 1.30pm

Sunset Café Stompers at Verwood Traditional Jazz Club, The Albion, Station Rd, Verwood. 01202 825267

John Maddocks’ Jazz Men at St Leonards Hotel, St Leonards. 01202 701295.

Cancer Research UK presents an evening of ‘Magical Musical Melodies’ performed by Bournemouth Musical Theatre and Jenny Oag, Barrington Theatre, Ferndown. Proceeds to Bournemouth and East Dorset Relay for Life 2016.Tickets £10. 01202 894858

Illustrated talk ‘Growing Veg in Small Gardens’ by Mr Geoff Hawkins, West Moors Horticultural Society. West Moors Memorial Hall. 01202 871536 Dorset Family History Society, talk by John Avery on ‘The Cholera Years’ and how people coped with the epidemic when it came to British shores, St John’s Church Centre, Ashley Road, Parkstone, Poole. 01202 785623

27 March 7.30pm

West Moors Horticultural Society spring show. West Moors Memorial Hall. 01202 871536

Free drop-in session at The Coffee Lounge, 137 Station Road, West Moors. Post Stroke Rehab with Jo Sinclair. strokerehab@yahoo.co.uk

30 March 7.30pm

2 April 8am-3pm

Plant sale at Cherry Tree Nursery Sheltered Work Opportunities Project, Northbourne. 01202 593537

3 April

Bournemouth Bay Run, pier approach, half marathon, 10k, 5 k or 1k family fun run in aid of British Heart Foundation. 01202 451734

4 April 2.30pm

East Dorset National Trust Association meeting. Matthew Phillips presentation through pictures of work and workplace of lowland gamekeeper on a local country estate. West Moors Memorial Hall. 01202 855001

6 April 12.15pm

Ferndown Probus Club meets at Dudsbury Golf Club, Ferndown for lunch followed by talk on ‘Dorset County Museum’. 01202 875757

6 April 7pm

The Fireside Theatre, East Dorset branch, meets at members’ home for play reading of ‘And the Tide Shall Cover the Earth’ by Norma Cole. Jenny and Mike Brown 01202 825178

7 April 1pm

Eat and meet lunch with quiz for anyone alone who would enjoy some company, Royal British Legion Ferndown Club, Church Road. In association with Douch & Son. Members £3, non-members £6. Book on 01202 877706 or email admin@rblferndown.org

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Debra Stephenson: Night Of One Hundred Voices

Take your seat for an evening of comedy, music and impressions from Debra Stephenson at the Regent in Christchurch. Debra, who lives in Poole, is one of the UK’s best loved and critically acclaimed impressionists, comedy performers, actresses and singers. As a comedic impressionist she is perhaps best known as the star of BBC One’s highly rated ‘The Impressions Show’ with Culshaw & Stephenson, with her other credits in the field including BBC Radio 4’s ‘Dead Ringers’ and ITV’s ‘Newzoids’. As an actress Debra has had long-running roles in ‘Coronation Street’ and ‘Bad Girls’ (both for ITV), whilst her entertainment credits include ‘The Friday Night Project’, ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’, ‘Strictly Comedy Dancing Christmas Special’ and ‘Let’s Dance For Sports Relief’. Debra is taking to the road with her first national tour and making a welcome stop over at the Regent on 9 April. The show starts at 7.30pm and MAGS4DORSET and the Regent have two tickets to give away for what should be a really entertaining evening.

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Award for Moors Valley Country Park

East Dorset’s Moors Valley Country Park and Forest added a further accolade to its recent tally of awards when it took a silver award in the Large Attraction of the Year category of the South West Tourism Awards. The South West scheme is the biggest of its kind and the 2016 competition attracted 490 entries from as far afield as Salisbury in the east, the Isles of Scilly in the west and Cirencester in the north.

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Spinnaker Sailing Club Situated on the outskirts of Ringwood, Spinnaker Sailing Club has been home to an enthusiastic band of dinghy sailors for over 50 years. Attracting families from all over Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire, Spinnaker Sailing Club is used for sailing all year round and offers members a varied menu of gentle cruising, fleet racing, team racing, training and a wide variety of social events. When time is short Spinnaker Sailing Club is the place to sail - anytime, any conditions, you can be on the water with a minimum of delay. As a recognised RYA training centre, Spinnaker Sailing Club offers courses to anyone aged 8 to 88. Sailing courses are available after school, evenings, weekends and during the school holidays. As a family friendly sailing club, the emphasis is on safety whilst having fun and learning. To find out more about Spinnaker Sailing Club, please visit www.spinnakerclub.co.uk

Kingston Lacy It’s that time of the year again when Kingston Lacy teams up with Cadbury to offer visitors an eggciting day out. Over the Easter holiday discover your inner explorer on a Cadbury Easter Egg hunt. The Easter bunny has hidden his precious chocolate eggs at The National Trust property just outside Wimborne. Families can follow the clues to find his hidden stash while exploring the acres of lawns, gardens and woodlands and enjoying the spring flowers. What’s more, everyone will be rewarded with a delicious Cadbury chocolate treat at the end of each completed hunt. Every single hunt will help the National Trust care for special places like Kingston Lacy for future generations to explore. Take part in the Easter egg hunt from 11am-4pm, 25-29 March.

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Black Belt Academy Martial Arts training can help children and adults reprogramme their brains so they can reach their true potential. This is achieved through a combination of neural pathway exercises, physical strength exercises and neuro-linguistic programming techniques. With an instructor’s guidance, The Black Belt Academy can help to build a child’s confidence and self esteem so they can also achieve the ability to reassess how they value things, and achieve what they set out to accomplish. This is the best way to ensure that children do not succumb to the negative opinions and pressures of others but have the confidence to be a leader and develop into as responsible member of the community.

Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park If you’re looking for something different, try out this award-winning attraction. Whether you’re a family, young couple or grandparents, you are guaranteed a memorable and exciting day. Travel in style and admire Dorset’s finest scenery on a heavy horse wagon ride around the park. Little ones can hop on ‘Cinderella’s’ miniature pony and trap. Sit back and relax during captivating talks and displays - history with humour. Get involved with feeding heavy horses and farmyard friends. Feel like a farmer and drive a real tractor in the off-road arena followed by a tractor and trailer ride down the valley. Step back in time and explore exhibits from days gone by. Children will want to stay for hours racing around the undercover go kart arena, giant adventure play area including zip wire and drop slides, Victorian swing boats or pony riding. You will always find a helpful and knowledgeable staff member on hand at this family-run farm that is set in a totally non-commercial atmosphere. Smokey Joe’s Western Café offers hearty home cooked food. You will find this to be one of the best value, educational and fun days out so arrive early to gain full benefit from your visit. www.dorset-heavy-horse-centre.co.uk See page 11 for a chance to win a day out at the Farm Park

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Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre What will you discover at Hengistbury Head? Whether you are a regular visitor, or exploring for the first time, you will discover a full day of activities at Hengistbury Head. Pop into the visitor centre for a map, or chat to the volunteers about the very latest wildlife sightings, walking route ideas or the site’s history. Enjoy a cuppa at one of the cafés, walk down to Mudeford Spit, spend time on the beach and then catch the land train back to ease those aching legs. There is a whole host of events held across the year – for all ages and interests, so visit the website or the Facebook page for more information www.visithengistburyhead.co.uk

Queen’s Park Golf Course Great value, great golf, great day! Queen’s Park Golf Course has a strong reputation for challenging golf all year round, and here’s why: As part of the ongoing course maintenance programme, works have taken place on all greens to ensure it remains open. The ‘decompaction’ process uses an ‘earthquake machine’, which is designed to relieve compact soil, improve soil structure and drainage far below the surface and keeps play disruption to a minimum. You can pay and play, or become a season ticket holder: there are some tempting offers on season tickets at the moment – visit the website www.queensparkgolfcourse.com for all the details.

Activate Coast & Countryside programme The Activate Coast & Countryside programme, run by Christchurch and East Dorset Councils, has just published its Sports and Activities Guide for 2016. This brochure details all the courses that are available throughout the area to introduce children and families to sporting activities that they may not have tried before or in which they would like to refresh their skills. A mixture courses range from Nordic walking to surfing, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, golf and running and many of them are available as taster sessions so that people can see if they are suited to that activity. Paper copies of the brochure can be picked up from the locations where courses are run, or from council offices and libraries and hubs. If you would like more information and to request an electronic version please email the Health and Activity Team activate@christchurchandeastdorset. gov.uk or visit www.moors-valley.co.uk/events

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MONTHLY HOROSCOPES with RUSSELL GRANT - MARCH 2016 ARIES March 21 - April 20

Taking a solitary holiday is strongly advised as April approaches.

Solar Eclipse. Fortunately, you’ll be able to land a steady job during the second half of the month.

23rd, when the Lunar Eclipse causes you to question the company you keep.

TAURUS April 21 - May 21

VIRGO August 24 - September 23

CAPRICORN December 22 - January 20

GEMINI May 22 - June 21

LIBRA September 24 - October 23

A work assignment will come to an end near the 23rd, due to a Lunar Eclipse. Try not to let this situation cause lots of stress. The results of a creative project will be disappointing on the 23rd, when a Lunar Eclipse causes harsh critics to come out of the woodwork. Try to take this disappointment with a pinch of salt.

A Lunar Eclipse on the 23rd will cause a source of income to dry up. Don’t panic. It may take time to find a steady job, so be patient. A business or romantic partner can help you with valuable knowledge and know how as April approaches.

SCORPIO October 24 - November 22

Landing a lucrative assignment is a distinct possibility during the second half of March.

There will be lots of trial and error involved with an art project during the second half of the month. A tasteful friend will offer good advice about improving your performance.

LEO July 24 - August 23

SAGITTARIUS November 23 - December 21

CANCER June 22 - July 23

An unexpected expense will arise on the 9th, due to a disruptive

Working behind the scenes can result in some exciting moneymaking opportunities. Early March is a wonderful time to increase your income.

AQUARIUS January 21 - February 19

During the second half of the month, money from an inheritance, refund or legal settlement will improve your financial situation. Put as much as this windfall as possible into a savings account.

PISCES February 20 - March 20

Don’t make the mistake of getting deep in debt on the 23rd. That’s when a Lunar Eclipse will force you to become more financially responsible.

Breaking away from an oppressive group will be liberating on the

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POPULAR FERNDOWN

for all ages

You may already have made a judgment about Ferndown and slotted it into being a retirement area. Statistics do seem to bear this out, but this seemingly ‘small’ town is in fact the second largest inland town in Dorset, and it also has great appeal to younger people The census in 2011 revealed that more than twice the According to James Hadley-Clift, branch director of national average of the population of Ferndown (34%) Hearnes Estate Agent, “Over half our buyers are young was aged 65 plus (the average in Dorset was 25% and families. They move to Ferndown for the schools, which the national average was 16%) so it can be seen without focus on continual improvement and are achieving good argument that older people do love Ferndown and it’s hardly Ofsted reports.” surprising. He explained there are several family housing Many of the properties are within level walking distance developments in Ferndown. “The Laing, the Dare and the of the town centre with its shops, library, theatre and post Camellias are sought after estates because they are great office and there are regular bus services too. family locations, full of other families. What’s limited it is the The centre itself is compact and serves needs lack of building in the last 10 years.” reasonably well with a variety of independent shops, So it seems Ferndown’s young people are being forced including a butcher, a few chain stores, a to move away because of lack of suitable, major supermarket, cafés and eateries, but reasonably priced housing, which made it does lack decent fashion stores for adults The crime rate is it all the more exciting when 52 new flats as well as for children. An innovative new at Victoria House in the town centre, were restaurant wouldn’t go astray either to widen relatively low and released last June. According to James they the existing choice that has been so part were snapped up within six months by a there are masses of of Ferndown for decades. A recent Spot mixed age range. societies, clubs and Checkers survey discovered that out of 50 “About a quarter of the buyers were people surveyed in the town, 54% wanted classes for those with young people,” he explained. “Ferndown is more restaurants and cafés. expensive area with the average cost of a time on their hands, an A big plus for those living in Ferndown house or bungalow being £400,000. To have is its location. It’s only a short drive from or those with a thirst a flood of property available under £200,000, the seaside, yet it’s far enough away to be and with the ‘help to buy scheme’, we were for learning removed from that continual ‘holiday’ bustle able to attract a lot of Ferndown adults who by day, and the buzz of club-land by night. grew up and worked in Ferndown, but who The crime rate is relatively low and there are masses couldn’t afford to live in Ferndown, back to the town. Eighty of societies, clubs and classes for those with time on their per cent of buyers were local.” hands, or those with a thirst for learning. But as well as all this The fact that people don’t want to move away unless idealistic living for the retired, there are annual events and they have to, says a lot about the town. “It was a massive many facilities that also appeal to the younger generation. thing for people to stay local,” said James. Level playing fields, a skatepark and plenty of sporting Ferndown’s enviable location obviously has a lot to do facilities including a swimming pool, golf courses, tennis with its popularity. It is less than a 30 minute drive from the courts, squash, firing range, football, cricket, bowls, five-aNew Forest, the city of Salisbury and the seaside towns of side footie, as well as an annual Christmas event for families, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. It’s also a stone’s a Fete on the Field in the summer and Live:Ferndown – a throw from the market towns of Wimborne and Ringwood great music/singing competition. Add these plus points to and of course there are many local attractions to visit as well the good schools and numerous beautiful open spaces for as those numerous woodland, forest and heathland walks. walking, horse-riding and cycling and you’re well on the way From Friday, 1 April, Ferndown will also be celebrating to understanding why Ferndown is not just attractive to the its own weekly market in Penny’s Walk when its popularity is over-65s, but to all ages. bound to increase even more.

Useful information SCHOOLS Ferndown First 01202 873747 Ferndown Middle 01202 876556 Ferndown Upper 01202 871243 Hopscotch Pre-school 01202 870759 Rainbows End 01202 897677 Parley First School 01202 874400 Nearby in West Moors: St Mary’s First School, Oakhurst First School, West Moors Middle School, Busy Bees Pre-school and West Moors Pre-school

DOCTORS’ SURGERIES Penny’s Hill Practice 01202 897000 Orchid House Surgery 01202 897000 Corbin Avenue Surgery 01202 897989 Glenmoor Road Surgery 01202 874302 In nearby West Moors there is The Village Medical Practice and West Moors Group Practice

CHURCHES United Church, Ferndown 01202 871440 St Mary’s C of E Church and the Beacon Centre 01202 897087 St Mark’s Church, West Parley 01202 873561 Turbary Church 01202 892351 Longham URC Church 01202 873267 Hope Church, Heatherlands (contact through website) Nearby in West Moors: Pinehurst Chapel, St Anthony’s RC Church, St Martin’s URC and St Mary’s C of E Church

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