4Dorset May 2014 by Dorset View

Dorset’s No. 1 Independent Community Magazine

May 2014 Volume 11 Issue 10

Choc-tastic Knight Spraggons and Billy Toms Page 12

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Changes in dog control laws School fights unfair Ofsted Dramatic decline in bees Competitions: Compton Acres and the Regent Centre

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4Dorset Hello readers, Volume 11 • Issue 10 • May 2014

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accounts Debbie Payne 4Dorset is independently published and distributed free to homes and businesses in selected areas of Dorset and Hampshire. It is also available by subscription at £30 per year. Views or opinions expressed in 4Dorset are not necessarily those of the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to refuse any advertisement deemed to be unsuitable for publication. Information about a service does not imply recommendation. All purchases made through this publication are done so entirely at your own risk. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with 4Dorset and should not be reproduced without prior written permission from the publisher.

Did you have a good choco-holiday?

I know Easter is its real name, but these days many forget about the resurrection of Christ and instead look forward to receiving chocolate eggs. Our Easter was spent with my sister Lesley and her family in Cardigan. She had worked hard raising funds and sourcing acts for ‘Music Without Frontiers’ and we were privileged to attend some of the concerts. We were also fortunate to stay at the mansion at Rhosygilwen. I recommend it as a peaceful and beautiful place and I would like to thank Glen and Brenda for their kind hospitality. Glen also organised the vintage Music Hall, which was a lovely night. (See page 30). There was a tragic downside to the weekend and all I can say is that I am pleased about the imminent change in the dog laws (see page 22), which would have been relevant in the circumstances. I will also pay tribute to my sister who, despite all the problems that life throws her way, manages always to smile and thinks of others. As I write, she is having a blood transfusion and my thoughts are with her. Enjoy this issue. Features include Broadstone, Winton and Moordown and the Venus Awards. Now I must get on the treadmill and work off that chocolate!

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Horoscopes by Russell Grant

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Motoring Specialist Services

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CashUnity Directory

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Competitions

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Cattle return to Holt Heath Motorists using the road across Holt Heath near Wimborne have been warned to take extra care now that cattle and ponies are back for summer grazing. The group of 50 cattle and 15 Exmoor ponies are part of a grazing scheme to improve the heath. The cattle – a mixture of light and dark colour North Devon and British White – are wearing reflective collars but drivers have been warned to take care on the road and to observe speed limits. Holt Heath is a rare surviving area of lowland heath and home to many rare species of plant and animals. The National Trust is working with Natural England on grazing

the heath - a centuries-old tradition that has maintained it as an important wildlife reserve. The mixed herd of cattle and ponies is recognised as the only sustainable way of maintaining the unique patchwork of different habitats which provides a home to a wealth of wildlife including insects, reptiles and rare birds such as the Dartford warbler, nightjar and woodlark as well as merlin and hen harrier. Signs on the heath advise anybody with concerns about the animal’s health to contact the grazier on 07810 328157, 07760 257393 and 01202 874783

Badgers are not to be culled in Dorset. Dorset Wildlife Trust says it is “pleased” that the government’s controversial badger culling policy is not to be rolled out to more of the UK. The trust says the failure of the pilot culls in Somerset and Gloucestershire has strengthened the need to explore alternatives to badger culling. As reported in April’s 4Dorset, a debate in the House of Commons saw 219 MPs vote in favour of the Government to drop culling, with only one voting against the motion. DWT wants to see the eradication of the devastating disease Bovine Tuberculosis (bTB) but believes there are more effective

and reliable ways of controlling the disease, such as better biosecurity, badger vaccination and, in the long term, cattle vaccination. A five-year badger vaccination programme started last year on selected DWT reserves, which will continue in 2014 and beyond to demonstrate there are viable alternatives to culling.

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Help protect precious heathland Volunteers are needed to help protect Dorset’s heathland from fire during the summer months.

orset Police and the Urban Heaths Partnership are looking for members of the community to help sign up to a Heath Watch in their area. The request comes as the police joins forces with partner agencies to reduce anti-social behaviour, theft and fire damage to the county’s precious heathland. Operation Heathland will see a combination of policing and public education to protect the heaths, which are threatened each year by fire and other damage caused by accident, recklessness and arson. The Force is working alongside the Urban Heaths Partnership to remind members of the public to be alert and proactive in reporting any suspicious behaviour or fires on the heathland. This year marks the 15th successive Operation

Heathland, which runs until 28 September 2014. Last year’s initiative saw the number of heath fires fall from 163 in 2011 to 111 in 2013. The total amount of heathland damaged by fire was significantly reduced from 71.1 hectares in 2011 to 12.8 hectares in 2013. Residents and visitors to the heath are asked to follow some simple steps: • If you are on a heath when a fire occurs please leave by the nearest exit and call 999 with as much information as possible. • Report any anti-social behaviour on the heaths either to the wardens or to the police on 101. • Remember it is not safe to light barbecues or camp fires on any heathland site. • Do not ride motorbikes on the heath – it causes irreparable damage to the land and wildlife.

Police Sergeant Adrian Thompson said: “Anyone caught starting a fire on a heath will be prosecuted. Fires on heathland not only cause irreparable damage to endangered plants and animals but also put people living nearby in danger. “Operation Heathland will see high visibility police patrols across the heathland areas in Poole, Bournemouth, East Dorset and the Purbecks to reduce instances of malicious fires, damage from fire, damage from vehicles, theft of items from the heath and wildlife offences.” Heath Watch volunteers will help with the campaign. Paul Attwell, Urban Heaths Partnership team manager, said: “We would like to hear from anyone who regularly visit the heaths and would be willing to give up a small amount of their time to help us protect it.” To find out more call 01202 642787, email urbanheaths@dorsetcc. gov.uk or visit the Community Heath Watch – Dorset Facebook page.

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‘best little theatre’ The Barrington community theatre is undergoing changes to help it engage with the community and drive it back into the limelight as Dorset’s ‘best little theatre’.

General manager Andy Bryant has announced a ‘redesign the logo’ competition. He says, “We want the new logo to demonstrate the history, the present, and the future of the theatre. The intention is to remove the ‘centre’ aspect as in the existing logo and focus on what the Barrington actually does.” Close date is 31 May 2014. Shortlisted entries will be displayed in the theatre so that the public can vote for a winner.

The winning designer will be presented with a mounted replica of their logo, win a year’s free membership to the theatre and all the benefits it provides; two complimentary tickets to a show of their choice, and a meal for two voucher in Raffles Cafe.

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Prime Minster praises flood heroes

Matt and Hannah (left) accept David Cameron’s thanks on behalf of the councils’ emergency workers

The unsung heroes who helped flood victims across East Dorset and Christchurch this winter have been recognised by the Prime Minister at Downing Street. Hannah Slade, Housing Support Officer, and Matt Reeks, Senior Ranger at Moors Valley Country Park, representing officers from the two councils who were involved in emergency operations during the storms at Christmas and in February were thanked by David Cameron for their work. Hannah Slade was called to the Barrington Centre in Ferndown on Christmas Eve to help the residents of Gladelands Caravan Park who had been evacuated due to flooding. Dorothy Francis, aged 75, surveys her flooded home at Gladelands in January

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Along with other members of the housing team, she set up an advice centre and was able to find emergency accommodation for the residents. On Christmas Day, while trying to cook lunch for 12 family members, she was dealing with welfare calls for the residents, including finding accommodation for some who had not been around on Christmas Eve and arranging for one to go to a care home. Matt’s main role was as part of a team sourcing, filling and delivering sandbags on 14 and 15 February, using 12 tonnes of sand to fill sandbags in a 24-hour period. On Valentine’s night he was out delivering sandbags in Christchurch until about midnight while his wife waited at home keeping his Valentine’s dinner warm. He was down in Christchurch again the next day at 7.30am delivering more sandbags to properties at risk. David McIntosh, Chief Executive of the Christchurch and East Dorset Partnership, said: “It’s very good that the contributions of our staff during the emergency situations have been recognised by the Prime Minister. Hannah and Matt went to Downing Street as representatives of all the council workers who went out of their way to help our residents who were affected by the storms. I’m very proud that so many of them gave up so much of their own time, especially at Christmas.”

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Did you know that around three quarters of children waiting for a foster placement in Dorset are aged 11 or over? As part of Fostering Fortnight (12-23 May), Dorset County Council is appealing for more people to consider looking after an older child or teenager. Fostering manager Kendra Bell said: “Some people think that teenagers don’t need you as much as younger children but, in many ways, they actually need you more. We can all remember what it’s like at that age – you have to learn to stand on your own two feet and figure out where you want to go in life, whilst juggling school and a social life. “It’s a hard enough time for most young people but, for those in care, it can be even harder. We need foster carers who can provide the stability and boundaries to keep a teen safe, but also help and encourage them to reach their full potential.” During the fortnight, staff will be holding the following drop-in sessions for people to come and find out more about fostering older children: • •

13 May at The Dorford Centre in Dorchester from 4.30pm till 9pm 23 May at The Hanham Centre in Wimborne from 10am till 2pm

For more information about fostering in Dorset call 0800 1959654, or visit www.dorsetforyou.com/fostering

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Julia Brown from West Moors is the winner of the design a map competitio n run by the West Moors Parish Council. The pri ze of £100, donated by the Local Action Group (LA G), was presented by Mr s Donna Marlborough on 11 April. Julia’s map is on display on the parish not iceboard in Station Roa d.

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A Christchurch pensioner was left distressed and £1050 out of pocket after a thief persuaded her to part with the cash. She was having work carried out on her property and when the legitimate builders left for lunch, an unknown man entered her property and demanded payment of £1050 for rent of a digger to remove rubble. She handed over the amount in cash and asked the offender to sign a receipt – he refused and left. Described as a white man in his 20s, slim build, approximately six feet tall with dark curly hair, he was wearing a long sleeved multi-coloured jumper which was predominantly red. If you know who he is, or saw him in the area of Treebys Close, Christchurch, between 1.30pm and 2pm on 27 March, contact the police on 101.

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Grand day out Tourist and business attractions in East Dorset were promoted at the district council chairman’s civic day. Mayors and chairmen from other local authorities joined Councillor Malcolm Birr for the day which concluded with a visit to Kingston Lacy.

Invitation to ‘use our loo’

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Shoppers needn’t worry about getting caught short following the closure of public toilets by Poole Borough Council. A new scheme to improve access to toilets in the Blandford Road, Hamworthy and Jubilee Road, Parkstone areas has been lauched after the closure of the public toilets. The Community Toilet Scheme allows anyone to use the loos in scheme members’ premises whether they are a paying customer or not. Businesses signing up to the scheme will display the ‘use our loo’ sticker in their window to show which facilities are available. They also receive a fee from the council to cover their costs and will feature on the Borough’s website. The council is looking at different ways to provide access to clean, safe toilets in the borough that provide good value for money. There are 30 public toilets in Poole and the cost of running these is rising as the buildings age, making refurbishment works increasingly urgent. The cost of carrying out refurbishment works to all toilets over the next 10 years has been estimated at £1.3 million. The savings made through the Community Toilet Scheme will be spent on much needed improvements to public toilets throughout the town. Poole launched its first Community Toilet Scheme in Broadstone last August followed by Canford Heath in September. The Community Toilets are available during normal business hours, so the opening hours are longer than in public toilets. People with a disability will find much better choice with the Community Toilets as several scheme members offer accessible facilities. There will also be more baby changing, including some unisex facilities that can be used by mums or dads. Contact 01202 261705 for more information.

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Watching the wildlife with Chris Packham Wildlife presenter Chris Packham helped enthusiasts spring into action when he met them at the new Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre. Chris was joined by the Mayor of Bournemouth, Councillor Rod Cooper and Heritage Lottery Fund committee member, Hilary Bracegirdle, in unveiling a commemorative plaque at the £1M centre and thanked all those involved in helping to make the new centre a reality. Visitors had the opportunity to meet Chris and explore the centre, its interactive displays and wildlife garden and speak with the centre’s dedicated volunteers. Chris also led a short guided walk from the centre and launched the third annual Hengistbury Head photo competition for amateurs of all ages, which runs until 15 August. The new centre opened in December and has already attracted more than 30,000 visitors. It was constructed around an existing thatched barn adjacent to the Iron Age Double Dykes. Part of the work involved an eco-build extension to the existing barn cottage which boasts a range of eco-friendly features including a green roof, solar panels and straw bale walls. Attractions include an exhibition area for archaeology, ecology and geology celebrating 12,000 years of Bournemouth’s prehistory from the Stone Age through to the present day and interactive displays including video

presentations, microscope, aquaria and wildlife web cams located on heron and little egret nests, the lagoon and marshes, bird boxes, bird feeders and a small mammal burrow. There is also an outdoor learning area and wildlife garden. The centre is a community run project involving more than 50 trained volunteer Heritage Wardens and 10 apprentices. The centre was funded by £432,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund, £300,000 from developer contributions with the remaining £300,000 from the Landfill Communities Fund via Canford Environmental Ltd.

For more information: go to www.visithengistburyhead.co.uk

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is in the planning Nicholas O’Hara Funeral Directors were named Regional Funeral Planners of the Year 2014 at the Golden Charter Awards held in Southport

Anthony and Nicholas O’Hara reveive the award

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his is the fourth time in five years that the company have won this award, but the first time they have been in the large business category and they finished in the top ten for the whole country in this sector too. Their region starts at Dorchester to Knightsbridge, London; Oxford to the Isle of Wight and everything in between. Nicholas and Anthony collected the award and spent the weekend at various meetings discussing the future of the independent funeral director and funeral plans, which have seen a huge growth during the last 12 months. Golden Charter are fast becoming the market leader in this area. Nicholas said, “Funeral plans are very much a big part of the future of our industry and the reason we work with Golden Charter is they support the independently owned businesses, like ours. We feel they have the safest and best guaranteed Trust for the future, which enables us to fully guarantee our services for the time ahead, but at today’s costs.” While funeral plans are a great idea for people of all ages who wish to put in place their wishes for the future, the company also warn people to be aware of the many different types of products out there. “Some

funeral plans, sold perhaps by charities or insurance companies, are often fronts for the large conglomerates or groups and you may not be able to select the funeral director of your choice or even use one in your area. Some do not even give you the freedom to fully personalise your wishes. For your peace of mind, the best option is to see the funeral director of your choice, but also check who owns the company, (many are no longer owned by the name above the door), where the monies paid will be held and what guarantees they give for the future,” added Nicholas. “2014 is a very busy year for our family business, as well as winning this award we are nearing the completion of stage one on the expansion project to our head office at Wimborne.” This will offer even more facilities and work space to help with the company’s growth. Anthony is in his second year as President of the Bournemouth Association of Funeral Directors and later in the year Nicholas and the company will be celebrating their 40th year in business. For more information on funeral plans please contact the company at any of their offices and take advantage of their promotion of £100 discount on any funeral plan purchased before the end of May 2014.

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Dolphin Shopping Centre gets set for

Poole Fashion Weekend Fashionistas prepare, the Dolphin Shopping Centre is getting set for its Poole fashion event – a whole weekend of free styling tips, catwalk shows and beauty advice to help shoppers achieve their summer look ts raise day the studen Paul and ess of the to the succ ts ha r ei th

Panache ganache as children have a choc-tastic time

ear eight students including Marco Pierre by Liz Turner at Ferndown Middle White, Lesley Waters and School found John Terrode. However he themselves in confectionary heaven admitted he was impressed with when they spent a whole day the enthusiasm and talent of the imagining and then making their students, who included his 12-year perfect chocolates. old-daughter Anna. It might not have been on the As well as having lots of fun same scale as ‘Charlie and the making their chocolates, the Chocolate Factory’ but the children youngsters came up with some had as much fun as the golden clever marketing strategies with the ticket winners - without any of the two winning products being ‘Mrs catastrophes. Moo’s’ created by Hollyann Stewart, The 147 strong year group Ella March, Edward Carpenter designed and made their own and Kyle Shury and ‘Cheshire’s chocolates and then marketed them Chocolates’ whipped up by Robyn for sale as part of a media project. Vallier, Katya Metelsky and Caitlin Tasting of course was an Moore. important part of the process and with a choice of flavours to choose from including ginger and honey, Megan White the 12 and 13-year-olds had a (left) and Melanie Edmeads with bucket load of fun. their Honeybee The young chocolatiers Sweet Treats filled the chocolate shells with ganache before covering them in their favourite coating. They then wrapped them, ready for selling and chose the name for their tempting treats. The chocolate making class was Knock kno ck! led by Paul Hartley, a professional Who’s ther e? patisserie chef and chocolatier. He Imogen. Imogen wh has cooked for many celebrities and o? Imogen lif worked with many famous chefs e without chocolate!

aking place on Friday 30 May and Saturday 31 May, between 11am and 4pm, shoppers will be able to view the latest summer styles and holiday season looks from the centre’s leading brands including Beales, M&S, Next and Primark to name a few. In addition to the scheduled fashion shows, there will be competitions throughout the weekend, special offers and The Body Shop and Beales will be on hand offering make-up and beauty advice so visitors can indulge themselves and relax with a range of treats available. Centre manager, John Grinnell, said: “We have previously held fashion show events and think they

are a great way to engage with our shoppers. They provide retailers with a good way to showcase what they have on offer for the season. Our retailers are really behind the activity and we have some great high street names supplying garments for the catwalk. “We feel it is important to offer free events for our customers and fashion focused ones have proven to be a great success in the past.”

For further information on the Poole Fashion Weekend visit: www.dolphinshoppingcentre.co.uk

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Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre is located near Ringwood on the edge of the New Forest. It is home to a large collection of birds of prey, which includes eagles, hawks, owls and vultures. There are also reptiles and other creepy crawlies, such as snakes, lizards and spiders in the indoor reptile house.

Enjoy a visit that will prove to be fun, exciting and educational for all ages. Observe these magnificent birds flying free and the reptiles up close and personal in various displays held throughout the day. In the event of wet weather displays are held indoors. Open daily March-October 10am-5pm. Call 01425 476487

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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, sailors can be on the water with a minimum of delay.

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Dancing Daisy

t dancewear specialists Dancing Daisy, customers will find everything they need for dancers of all ages and abilities. From es to ballet tutus and ballet sho le a great range of very affordab run ily fam the ear, dancew offering company is committed to the best customer service possible, with a commitment to quality and low prices on all ballet dancewear. Dancing pping Daisy offers an online sho down experience with a local Fern le. ilab ava on opti on collecti

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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 – more information can be found at spinnakerclub.co.uk/ training. 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 advertising feature

From the Headmaster at Dumpton School, Wimborne

e are a coeducational day school for boys and girls aged 2½ to 13. Just one mile from Wimborne, surrounded by picturesque and tranquil countryside, the 26 acre campus is centred on a 19th century farmhouse and stable block, while extensive playing fields and woodland walks complement the first rate classroom areas and sports facilities, including a floodlit synthetic all-weather pitch and covered swimming pool. With our excellent and committed teaching staff, we aim to educate pupils in a safe, supportive and caring environment, within a framework of family and Christian values that stress the importance of teamwork and mutual respect at all times. With our small class sizes and caring approach, we aim to produce confident communicators, emphasising good manners, kindness and tolerance. Please come and see you for yourself – we can guarantee you a very warm welcome! For details of our Open Morning, or to arrange a personal visit, please call Lerryn Chaffey, Headmaster’s PA on 01202 883 818.

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Starlight Dance Academy

Starlight Dance Academy is based in Poole and Dorset attracting young enthusiastic dancers from surrounding areas. It holds classes in different styles for children aged between two and 16 years. An adult dance class is also available. The academy is run by Sarah and Lenise who have been in the industry collectively for over 20 years. They have studied and performed a variety of dance styles ranging from classical to ballroom to disco freestyle. Starlight Dance Academy also runs after school clubs and during the school holidays holds regular workshops bringing in different styles of dance to give pupils a wider variety. The classes are run in an encouraging and fun way, really trying to engage with the students to gain their full potential. Sarah and Lenise believe that interacting with others is a vital part of growing up and what better way to do that than by making new friends doing something they all enjoy!

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Ferndown Tennis Club To celebrate its 50th anniversary this summer, Ferndown Tennis Club is offering two free sessions to new players who come along to one of the coaching sessions with this voucher. Tennis for everyone is the club’s motto so whether you haven’t played since school, just keep on meaning to play again, want to learn from the beginning or play for the club’s team, you will be welcomed with a smile. Head coach Chris Biddle said: “We have opened up our programme ready for summer and would like to invite you to come and play. Please check out what we have to offer at www.ferndowntennisclub.org.uk or contact me on 07930 569342.” Email: csbtennis@ ferndowntennisclub.org.uk for more details.

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The latest technology to help swimmers achieve more in the pool is making a splash at Ferndown Leisure Centre The SWIMTAG wristband is simply picked up on arrival at the centre, worn in the pool and once returned back to the docking station at reception, all the swimmers’ results are uploaded to their online account. This enables people to monitor their distance, swim stroke and see how many calories they burn. It can also set fun challenges, such as swimming the distance between Ferndown and Poole harbour, Bournemouth Pier, the Stour, the Avon, the Jurassic coast, or Isle of Wight. People can also compete against each other in swims which are, for example, the distance around the Scilly Isles or English Channel - all from the comfort and safety of their local pool. As well as making swimming more fun, this helps people stay motivated and achieve their personal best – whatever their ability.

The equipment is installed at Ferndown Leisure Centre and is free for swim and full members. SWIMTAG records members’ previous swims and compares them, so they can track improvement as well as sharing latest swims on social media. Andy Lovering centre manager, said: “The SWIMTAG technology is a fantastic way to help you be more active and gives you lots of information to help keep you motivated and enjoying your swims.” Swim4Health (6 week swim and aqua class membership for only £25) Swim4Health is an introduction to water based fitness and wellbeing to help you improve your health, lose weight and tone up. It includes SWIMTAG and is suitable for all abilities.

To find out more about SWIMTAG, swim membership or how to become a member at Ferndown Leisure Centre, visit www.ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk or call 01202 877468

Places For People Ferndown Leisure Centre operated on behalf of Dorset County Council by DC Leisure, will see some exciting changes over the next few months. DC Leisure has announced a change of name to that of its new owner Places for People, one of the largest housing and property development companies in the UK. Business remains the same at Ferndown Leisure Centre, where customers will still have access to the same exercise programme schedule, opening hours and gym facilities.

Andy Lovering, Centre Manager, says: “It’s an exciting time for the leisure centre and our customers. Our staff will be wearing new uniform and customers will notice new logos on leaflets and posters around the centre, but ultimately we will still deliver the same level of excellent service and varied programme of exercise classes. We will continue to be a community-minded facility bursting with passion and enthusiasm to get local people more physically active.”

For more information please visit www.placesforpeopleleisure.org

Answering questions

about dementia The Alzheimer’s Society Community Roadshow was in Penny’s Walk in Ferndown last month with local advisors answering questions and giving free information to anyone wanting support. Carers, those living with dementia or worried about friends or family were also able to get help from the roadshow when it stopped at Tesco near Castlepoint. The bus and roadshow is funded by Tesco which adopted the Alzheimer’s Society as its charity of the year 2011.

Alzheimer’s Society Dorset support worker Verity Campbell offering advice in Ferndown.

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Charity of the Year:

Green Cottage RDA

Hello Readers, What a relief that the winter term finished with slightly better weather!

he end of term at the Green Cottage Riding for the Disabled group included an Easter Egg Hunt on horseback for the children who ride with us. There were many chuckles about the clues, which included ‘What do horses wear on their feet?’ with pictures of a pair of slippers, a pair of wellies and horseshoes. Another was ‘ Which would a pony like to eat?’ with pictures of a Christmas pudding, a jelly and some carrots. The clues eventually led to a basket of Easter eggs, kindly donated by Morrisons Ltd of Verwood, and many were happily devoured by the riders before they left the stable yard!

The last day riding was enjoyed with a ‘ride out’, when the children, astride their favourite ponies, were taken along a local lane, giving them chance to look for animals, birds and flowers. The volunteers all wore their ‘yellows’, the flourescent safety jackets, so they couldn’t be missed. In May one of our young riders is due to take part in his first dressage competition - it’s in Cornwall, so rather a long journey, but we are sure he will enjoy the experience. He was so enthusiastic about the Olympics and Paralympic riders’ achievements, proving that it’s what you CAN do that counts, he hopes to compete like them in the future.

Easter Egg Hunt

Anyone interested in finding out more about Green Cottage RDA should contact Jane Dowding on 0845 243 5357.

We are always grateful for donations - recently we benefited from the money raised at the Verwood Talented Youth Concerts. Another donation came from the uncle of one of our riders who took three of his friends to Belgium to ‘enjoy’ a 500 mile cycle ride from Flanders to Stuttgart. What a challenge - and all to raise money for our RDA group and Fordingbridge Scout group. We really appreciate the many ways in which people support us. Do get in touch if you want to find out more about the Green Cottage Riding for the Disabled Group.

Jane Dowding Group secretary Tel 0845 2415357

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he second spring time ‘Step into Broadstone’ festival will be opened by Poole Town Crier at midday with events carrying on until 4pm. It will celebrate everything Broadstone Village has to offer and

Visitors to Broadstone on Saturday 10 May will find everyone has a spring in their step aims to showcase to local people and neighbouring residents, the complete range of shops and products and choice available on their doorsteps. The ‘Step into Broadstone’ event will promote the shops that Broadstone boasts on a daily basis.

As well as the two bakers, there are two butchers and two greengrocers, two supermarkets, two pubs and even more cafés. There is also top end ladies’ fashion, a jewellers and a nationally acclaimed optician. On 10 May, in addition to the excellent shops, there will be special attractions such as Maypole dancing, a bouncy castle, stalls, photo trails and

much more. The photo trail will test the observational skills of competitors and Broadstone’s own board game ‘Broadopoly’ will ensure participants win a prize. Everyone is invited to come along and join in with the Maypole dancing or just listen to the street musicians and watch the artists. Continued on p18

Broadstone Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy Broadstone Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy is in linked purpose designed buildings; one for reception and physiotherapy while the other award winning building houses the hydrotherapy pool. Its friendly team aims to find the root cause of clients’ problems and to rebalance and ‘re-educate’ the muscle groups between the source and where they feel the pain. The hydrotherapy pool has wheelchair friendly level access and electric hoists. Help offered to clients of all ages include pilates classes, gait analysis and acupuncture.

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Christadelphians Church Christadelphians believe: • In one God, who created and sustains all things • Jesus is the Son of God, the Saviour and coming King • Jesus will return to set up God’s Kingdom on Earth • The Bible is God’s message to the world • In adult baptism

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Christadelphians also meet in Parkstone, Winton, and Bournemouth.

Cards of Distinction Now based in Lower Blandford Road, Cards of Distinction has been supplying craft materials to card making and scrapbooking enthusiasts since the early noughties. Shop online or visit the store to see the enormous range available. To celebrate the Broadstone Festival personal shoppers are being offered 10% discount on Festival Day, along with an extra warm welcome.

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Continued from p16 The Festival will also be repeating the Bake Off which was so successful last year and all bakers are welcome to enter the annual competition. Last year the event produced the Broadstone Bun and this year one of the nine categories will be to try and replicate last year’s winning entry. Other categories include sweet, savoury, teenager’s cup cake and celebration cakes. The competition starts at 1.15pm at the Methodist hall and entry forms can be picked up from Pets and Petals, Molly’s or Good Vibrations (in the Junction) or email info@broadstonebakeoff. co.uk The doors will open to the public at 3pm for viewing, prize giving and finally a cake auction. The Broadstone Bun itself is soon to be made and sold at Molly’s Café with some proceeds going to support the cost of the Broadstone Christmas Lights.

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Simon Merry, Chairman of The Broadstone Chamber of Trade says

“Whether you are local or travelling in from further afield you will find value, choice and quality as well as friendly faces every day.” Broadstone boasts the only street WiFi in Dorset and its very own Broadstone Village Website. It also has its very own song ‘Step into Broadstone’ that is available for download from iTunes or Amazon. Follow ‘Broadstone Village’ on Facebook and Twitter to hear about the attractions or go to the website at www.broadstonevillage.co.uk

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“unfair and deeply unjust” Ofsted report Chris Chope MP

ollowing an inspection in January, Ofsted described the school as ‘inadequate,’ a label criticised by staff, parents and pupils as completely unfair and inaccurate. A week after the inspection, a draft report was produced and FUS submitted a substantial complaint against the conclusions, explaining why in the school’s view the report is both flawed and unjust. In a letter to Sir Michael, Chris Chope explains: The school had assumed that there would have been proper dialogue and communication with the inspectors prior to the final report being publish. This did not happen, however, and on 14 March that report was published and has generated

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an immediate angry reaction from parents who are incensed at the slur on what they consider to be a good school. Mr Chope told 4Dorset: “Ofsted was totally out of order in publishing the report before considering the concerns expressed by the school. It is very difficult for the school to change the balance of publicity once it has been given and described as inadequate. I know it is a good school which has made enormous progress in recent years and is continuing to do so.” The reports comments included: Achievement is inadequate because both past and current students have not made sufficient progress, especially in English. Teaching is inadequate because too often work is not set at the right level of

difficulty for different abilities, especially the most and the least able. The sixth form requires improvement because there is not enough good teaching and students do not make the progress they should. Governors do not check that the leaders are doing the right things to bring about improvement. It does however say the school has the following strengths: Leaders including the governing body are implementing a clear action plans and this is leading to improvement in the quality of learning and students attendance. The school promotes high quality spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. Students feel safe. There are examples of effective teaching in mathematics and science.. Systems for checking students’ progress and for setting them targets are now being used better to support the learning of students in all subjects. Headteacher Alex Wills said: “Whilst we recognise that there remain areas for improvement, the Governors and Senior Leadership Team of the school share with the whole staff the belief that this inspection was unfair and deeply unjust. In our last inspection in 2010 inspectors stated: Ferndown Upper is a good school that has improved appreciably since the last inspection and has the capacity to improve further. This was verified by questionnaires from students, staff and parents. In this caring and supportive environment, students feel extremely safe, enjoy their learning and achieve well. “None of this has changed; indeed everyone who knows the school well would say that it is actually a better school today than in 2010. We welcome visits any time from parents who want to see for themselves why this report does not reflect the school as it really is, he added”

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“Ofsted report does not portray the school as it is today” Alex Wills

We know that our students will achieve excellent results this summer and are working very hard towards them. We know that the staff will continue to provide a wealth of opportunities for the students and help them grow into confident young people who will succeed in life

Parents are petitioning Sir Michael on line to consider the complaint saying: “The report as published bears no resemblance to the school that we know and contains internal contradictions.” Nearly 600 people have signed including Natasha Wakelin from Ringwood who added the comment: As an ex student of the school and 6th form for two years, currently at university, there is not doubt that this report is not representative of FUS and requires serious further investigation. Please open this up for further scrutiny immediately; I will not see the hard work of so many people blatantly ignored and gone unrecognised. Jane Graham from West Parley wrote: The Ofsted outcome is completely wrong and ridiculous. It bears no relation to the school. It must be re-done. It is totally unfair to the children - mine are doing brilliantly. The teachers are fabulous and couldn’t do more to help. Carolyn-Bryant from Verwood who describes herself as ‘a very happy parent’ adds: Ofsted has written a very unjust report of teachers, teaching standards and the reflection on the children too! I for one, cannot fault anything about this school, far from it, I can only praise the teaching, staff and children. Mr Wills concluded:”We have been considerably

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MP Chris Chope has called on Sir Michael Wilshaw, the Chief Inspector of Schools to meet representatives of Ferndown Upper School to discuss what has been described as a ‘flawed and unfair’ Ofsted report

heartened by the huge amount of support and encouragement from parents and students alike. This groundswell of positive opinion matches the results of both Ofsted’s parent survey and our own annual surveys of parent and student views. “The students themselves feel aggrieved and they have added their views on the inspection to that of the whole school community. They just do not recognise the school they attend in the report that Inspectors have written. “You can rest assured that none of us at Ferndown Upper have had our confidence and belief in our students undermined by this outcome. In fact it has made us even more determined to show how inaccurate the report is and how it does not portray the school as it is today. “We know that our students will achieve excellent results this summer and are working very hard towards them. We know that the staff will continue to provide a wealth of opportunities for the students and help them grow into confident young people who will succeed in life. We know that our parents support us and that you value the school as an integral part of the local community. Together we will go from strength to strength over the coming years.”

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Compton Acres

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isitors have been enjoying the beautiful gardens at Compton Acres for over 60 years with each season providing a different experience. Spring bulbs, bright summer flowers, autumn colours and winter walks - there is something new round every corner of this 10 acre garden which overlooks Poole Harbour. Created in the 1920s and opened to the public in 1953, the gardens have continued to evolve, making them even more impressive and welcoming. An Italian garden, palm court, Roman garden, sub-tropical link, wooded valley and waterfalls, rock and water garden, heather garden and iconic Japanese garden contain some of the most interesting plants in the world. More recent additions include

the Italian Villa, café and tea rooms, gift shop and plant centre, which can now be enjoyed before entering the gardens. More attractions are to come this year including a new wildlife sanctuary and sculpture trail. Compton Acres is holding its first Arts and Music Festival in August to coincide with the Bournemouth Air Festival. It will showcase creative arts and crafts plus live music. There is also a new, colourful guidebook.

4Dorset in conjuction with Compton Acres are offering two prizes of family passes to visit these magnificent gardens. The winner will receive an annual family pass meaning you can visit all year round and the runner up will get a family day pass. (Terms and conditions apply).

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How many acres of gardens are there at Compton Acres? Enter at: www.mags4dorset. co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Compton Acres st competition, 4Dorset, 1 Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 26 May 2014. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner and the second will be the runner up. Employees of Page and Pulford Ltd and Compton Acres are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

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MP welcomes grrreat law! Celebrations A law that will extend the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 has recently received Royal Assent

mendments to the Dangerous Dogs Act in England and Wales, the first significant changes in 23 years, will see tougher dog control laws introduced in May. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) - which represents over 200,000 postal and telecommunication workers - welcomed the news as did Annette Brooke MP. Over 26,000 postal workers have been attacked and injured by dogs in the last six years. Two postmen were nearly killed in savage attacks in 2007 and 2008. Many others have lost fingers and parts of limbs. The Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Bill, which includes amendments to the Dangerous Dogs Act, will now allow the prosecution of owners for dog attacks on private property. It’ll mean that irresponsible dog owners will not only face longer prison sentences,

they’ll also be liable for prosecution regardless of where an attack takes place. There are also new preventative powers for police and local authorities. Annette said: “I am so pleased that the dangerous dogs laws are to be changed in May. These changes will help to keep thousands of CWU members, and in particular postal workers, safe. This will also help to hold irresponsible dog owners to account. “On top of these changes, we must continue to work for more education and training for dog owners to ensure owners are keeping dogs in a safe and responsible manner.”

A new era of rugby in Verwood

fter months of negotiations between the two local rugby clubs the committees of both Verwood RUFC and Dorset Dockers RFC have agreed to combine into one club. From the 2014-15 season, the club will be known as Dorset Dockers RFC and the home ground will continue to be at Potterne Park, which is generally considered to have one of the very finest pitches and facilities in the Dorset & Wilts leagues together with the only fully floodlit hi-tech 3G training ground in the two counties. A new committee will be formed with the playing members coached and managed by the existing coaches of each squad. There will be two senior teams plus the fast developing Colts, to be named Dorset Dockers Colts. Dorset Dockers was only formed a year ago with players from a number of clubs who wished not only to improve their rugby skills but also to have the very best opportunity of reaching a higher standard whilst simultaneously maintaining an ethos of enjoyable, flowing rugby for their club and, indeed, for the spectators. It is expected that Dorset Dockers RFU first team will most likely be placed in the Dorset & Wilts 1st division next season and the new second team will be placed either in the 3rd or 4th division to start with.

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Lifestyle Kitchens and Bathrooms in Ferndown marked its 1st anniversary in style with a celebration evening for customers with food, drink and birthday cake. Jo and her team have now become firmly established in the Hampshire and Dorset area providing a full design, supply and installation service for both kitchens and bathrooms. The party, held in the Ferndown showroom and was well attended by customers and suppliers.

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esidents are to have the chance to find out more about what goes on Royal Bournemouth Hospital during an open day on Wednesday 11 June. This year’s event is themed around improving and making a difference to patient care, and is being held in the main atrium of the hospital from 10am-4pm. A number of consultant-led health talks will also be held in the hospital chapel throughout the day. The talks are free but booking is essential:

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10.30am: Understanding Cataracts by Mr James Kersey, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

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12.30pm: Understanding Nutrition and Hydration by Dr Simon McLaughlin, Consultant Gastroenterologist

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11.30am: Understanding Dermatology by Dr Ian Pearson, Consultant Dermatologist

2.45pm: Understanding Haematology by Dr Rachel Hall, Consultant Haematologist

The hospital atrium will host information displays from different departments, each with their own interactive stand, including quizzes, challenges and basic health checks. There will be an opportunity to see a maternity birthing pool demonstration, and a chance to see how the Trust works to minimise falls in the hospital.

To book a place at one of the talks, please call 01202 704 271.

Advanced Nurse Practitioner Anthony Young takes Director of Nursing Paula Shobbrook’s blood pressure.

The 100th anniversary of the Brownies was celebrated by members of North East Forest Trefoil Guild when they gathered for a pack meeting. Organised by Mrs June Jones, the ‘Brownies’ carried out activities including crafts and ending the meeting by singing Brownie Bells. If your Brownies are holding special events to celebrate the Big Brownie Birthday, send in the pictures so we can share them with readers.

Weddings by Engagement We wish to point out that in the Love is in the Air feature in February’s 4Dorset an ‘a’ was missed out of the word reassurance in Weddings by Engagement’s editorial. We apologise for any confusion this may have caused.

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to April’s 4Dorset competition winners The £50 Haskins gift voucher was won by Pam Wilks of Southbourne. The answer was 20 years. Two tickets to see The Day the Music Died at The Regent, Christchurch on 18 May have been won by Mrs Roma Hutchins of Bournemouth. The answer was 55 years. A signed copy of Keystone goes to Gill Hickson of Bournemouth who corrected answered that the book is set in Egypt.

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‘Golden miles’ t’s hard to believe that just over 100 years ago, trams were Winton and Moordown’s main form of transport. Although frequent, they were noisy and slow and were replaced in 1935 with trolley buses that served Wimborne Road. Today double decker buses run up and down the ‘golden miles’ of shops ensuring good

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public transport to the bustling street that never seems to sleep. Shops line either side and when you read this feature, you will get a snapshot of the type of products and services to be found in this busy suburb of Bournemouth. Eating out is easy, with pubs, cafés, restaurants and takeaways and there is a good mix of shops.

If so, Wild World Reptiles is the place to visit. This family run business specializes in innovative products and services for the reptile keeping world. There is everything you could want for reptiles, amphibians and inverts from vivariums and accessories including food and live food, to the animals themselves. You’ll discover starter kits and decoration and consumables substrates as well as books on keeping reptiles. It’s all in store or can be ordered on-line, but if you want to purchase an exotic or unusual pet, you will have to visit the Bournemouth shop, which prides itself on being a responsible retailer offering a variety of animals

and good solid advice based on years of experience. Feel free to browse and study the creatures that could become a part of your life. If you can’t see the species you want, Wild World Reptiles will happily source something specific for you. A member of the Federation of British Herpetologists, Wild World Reptiles also breeds reptiles from high quality lines selected from around the world . Call into the Bournemouth store and say hello to the friendly team! There is a loyalty card scheme offering great savings and you can also interact with and ‘like’ Wild World Reptiles on Facebook.

Blake & Blake - Estate & Letting Agents WHO CAN offer no sale/no fee selling and letting, no move/no fee conveyancing, competitively priced EPC including floorplans and professional photos, comprehensive Internet coverage, high street office, accompanied viewings and competitive fees? BLAKE & BLAKE CAN. Ring them on 01202 512621 or pop into the office at 691 Wimborne Rd, Winton.

Aquatic Specialist This new retail outlet has now opened in Bournemouth and offers a great selection of tropical, marine and cold water fish and dry goods. The Aquatic Specialist stocks terrapins and turtles plus all the bits they need. Products stocked include top brands such as Sera, Tetra, TMC and AquaOne.

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Affordable art prints, canvas, original and limited edition work. Framing service: sports shirts, memorable medals, coins etc framed. Canvas printing. Your digital image or photo transformed into a work of art. Please call 01202 522771 for more information.

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Where wedding dreams come true! A warm welcome awaits customers at La Belle. Sue and her team will be pleased to assist selecting casual, cruise wear, occasion and evening wear from the many collections available. La Belle specializes in Mother of the Bride and Groom, in fact all ladies attending that ‘special’ day. La Belle is a family run business established in 1987. They pride themselves in offering a personal service in a relaxed atmosphere. Spoilt for choice – so come and be spoilt.

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For a stunning collection of bridal gowns in sumptuous fabrics and breathtaking designs by Eternity and Romantica. visit The Bridal Room at Posh Togs Bridesmaids and flower girl dresses also in stock in a myriad of colours, available in baby sizes, child, teen and adults. Sizes 2-32 by Pretty Maids and Romantica. For the men in your party you can hire from the Youngs range of formal wear – from top hat and tails to highland wear. Open 6 days a week. 763 Wimborne Road, Moordown, Bournemouth. Tel 01202 548997.

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Carly’s Crafts - opened in 2009 to bring quality wools to the centre of Winton. They have an extensive range to suit all budgets and cater for all levels of knitters and crocheters - from beginners to advanced. All weights of yarn are available from fine lace up to super chunky together with patterns and accessories. Open from 9.30am-5pm Mon-Sat.

For a beautiful golden skin, start tanning in just three minutes on Sol Soleil’s sunbeds - sessions range from just 3–15 minutes. Booths are air cooled with private changing rooms. Make-up remover and antiperspirant provided. For a quicker fix, experience the California Tan Auto Bronzer, a full-body sunless tan and auto dry in less than a minute!

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Browse properties using revolutionary window display Adams Letting Agents have a fresh new look to their high street office in Winton Banks. The brighter, fresher and more contemporary interior is finished off with a revolutionary window display. Three large screens, one encompassing touch screen capability and useable by people outside the office, allows passers-by to browse through available properties at their leisure, pulling up clear detailed photographs and further property information, even outside office hours. Customers can also register their details and send property related emails to themselves or friends. Pop along and have a look at 294 Wimborne Road, BH9 2HN or visit www.adamslets.com for information on the services offered by Adams Letting Agents.

Crizal Transitions Lenses – free upgrade in May and June. Ultra-Violet (UV) rays can damage your eyes and the delicate surrounding skin. Bright light can cause your eyes discomfort, pain and even damage. New Crizal Transitions Signature lenses protect your eyes from these dangerous UV rays as they adapt to changing light to enhance your vision. Transitions lenses have been designed for use all day long, outdoors or indoors, virtually regardless of your

frame size, style and prescription. No longer are two separate pairs of glasses required for night and day, or winter and summer months. They are also great for children. Kelly Eyecare pride themselves on acquiring the latest technology for the benefit of their customers at the most competitive prices. For the months of May and June Kelly Eyecare are offering a free upgrade to Transitions on Essilor Varilux lenses, allowing you to experience for yourself the seamless versatility of a Crizal Transitions lens.

For all your bathing needs

There is no need to trail around countless bath, DIY and tile shops nor any necessity to call separate tradespeople for fitting services because Bathrooms of Bournemouth can manage every step of the design and installation process. Not only that… they also offer a fully comprehensive supply only service if required. All budgets catered for.

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J&Bs Bathroom Gallery

J&Bs new showroom in Winton includes Roca, Scanbag, Vardo and Matki and has two brand new trade showrooms at the rear of the gallery. Catering for all budgets and offering a good after sales service as well as a personal touch and free design service, you will find a wealth of expertise at J&B’s. Call into J&B’s friendly Bathroom Gallery where staff will be pleased to assist with your bathroom requirements.

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Lifecentre: the home of Bournemouth Community Church A cinema built in 1939 has been given a new lease of life and the beauty of this art-deco building is shining through. After being unused for a decade it was bought by Bournemouth Community Church (www. bournemouthcommunitychurch.com) in 2009 for £1 million and after a lot of work and renovation has become Lifecentre - a community centre with a café open to the public, conference and meeting rooms, and a place which facilitates groups and events of the church. Different sized groups book rooms in Lifecentre – anything from 5 people to 50, 150, 500 or even 1000 people in the main auditorium and for a variety of meetings and events. If you stand in the reception area of Lifecentre you might see dancers arriving for a class, people popping in for a cappuccino, a queue waiting to donate blood, a group from a local business leaving after their breakfast meeting in one of the smaller rooms, a kids’ club sign-in desk, a glimpse of a theatre group practising for the evening performance or just friends catching up. It’s good to see new businesses opening up on the high street and especially good to see the dust blown off a place that was hiding its true colours and to be able to see it restored.

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ayahead Travel has been operating coach holidays and day tours in both the UK and Europe from its Bournemouth base for the last 17 years. A small family company it prides itself on the personal service it gives, with each tour having a tour manager to look after the customers’ needs and an experienced driver to take care of the modern air conditioned coach all with toilet and washroom facilities. All the hotels used have been visited by a member of the management team and all the holidays in the 2014 brochure are door-to-door, using local taxi companies to take you to the coach, Appliance Alliance has been meaning there are no long feeder offering the complete service journeys as there are with some for over 30 years. companies. Your local Euronics Wayahead Travel are members dealer offers competitive of The Coach Tourism Council and prices, large choice, expert are finalists in The National Coach knowledge, full installation Tourism Awards in Blackpool in May. service and free local delivery Call them now for your copy on many large items. of their 2014 Holiday Brochure and Appliance Alliance can enjoy a break with them this year. also dispose of your old appliance at the same time.

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Two brothers have raised an impressive £7,240 for charity - including £2,800 for the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) - by completing a gruelling 1,248 mile bike ride. Paul and James Heaton took 12 days to cycle from Barcelona to Bournemouth – their home town. Over £2,800 of the money raised is being donated to the GI Cancer Oncology Fund at RBH in memory of Paul’s father-in-law, Peter Loveless, who was treated and cared for at the hospital. The other charities benefiting from the ride are Brain Tumour Research and the RAF Benevolent Fund.

James Edgar, President (Ferndown Photographics), Banu Biret, Marketing (Trash Media & PR), Peter Westwood (Best4Value) Ben Pulford (mags4dorset) and John Worsfold (Pedals Cycle Centre)

Biking from Barcelona for charity

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Fundraisers Paul and James Heaton with their family.

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special event was held at the Stone Lounge on 31 March to celebrate the Ferndown Chamber of Commerce’s redesigned website. Created free for the Chamber by mags4dorset, the site was presented by designer Dan Lee, before piano man Matt Black entertained. There was plenty of opportunity for members to network during the evening. To join this active chamber visit the new website: www.ferndownchamber.org.uk

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Sunday, 30 March 2014, will be a day that Broadstone Middle Schools’ football team will never forget. The girls represented AFC Bournemouth in the U13s Football League Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Over 700 teams had entered, yet Broadstone’s fab team of 8 made it to the final. They played Thomas Telford, representing Shrewsbury Town to decide the best team in England. It was a nail-biting start with players struggling to overcome their big game nerves. After half time, Broadstone didn’t let the enormity of the stadium phase them. CharleyRae Everett and Lucie Donnelly were strong in defence and there were excellent passes through midfield. The match highlight came in the final minutes when a great pass by Katie Scadding saw a fantastic long range strike by captain Molly Pike to win the match, 1-0. “Walking out onto the Wembley pitch was an unbelievable experience and one we will all never forget. Seeing the team names up on the scoreboard, then scoring a goal and winning the game was fantastic! To be able to walk up the famous Wembley steps to collect a winner’s medal will live long in all the girls’ memories. It was an unbelievable experience for players, staff and parents,” said Mr Simpson, team manager. Head of the Cherries’ Community Sports Trust, Steve Cuss said, “They are great girls with great personalities and, on top of that, they are really good football players as well.” The win secured their third national title in three years.

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Invited guests: Mrs Jones, the Mayor of Ferndown Cllr Pauline Reynolds and Ian Jones

Members: Irene Atkinson, Peter Tuckey and Hazel Smith

Len Hawker and Betty Bunce cut the cake

“The 50th anniversary of Ferndown Tennis Club is a great cause for celebration,” said Christchurch MP Chris Chope when he attended Ferndown Tennis Club’s golden anniversary on 5 April at King George V Pavilion. Founded by Len Hawker and Alan Deane, the tennis club has its roots in Ferndown Sports Club. Len, now 87, attended the party with his wife Dot and they were joined by founder member, Betty Bunce, who was the tennis club secretary for an astounding 33 years. Betty’s successor, Viv Scott, has been the secretary ever since and was also at the event. Following a welcome speech by chairperson Lyn Chong, a buffet was served to nearly 100 guests including past and present tennis club members. For more information about this thriving tennis club, contact Viv Scott on 01202 876260.

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L-R (back) Head Coach Chris Biddle, Christo Chope, Ferndown Mayor, Vanessa Ricketts, Chris Chope MP, (front) Dot and Len Hawker

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A man with a vision Janine Pulford meets Andy Bryant

Andy Bryant, joined the Barrington Theatre as its general manager on 24 March

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t only 37 he is a young man who intends to move the centre forward and is already putting together a 100 day plan. Tiered seating, and a balcony are just part of Andy’s great vision for improvements to the theatre and being a hands-on person, he’s used to making things happen. In his previous job as manager of the Allendale Centre in Wimborne, he completely refurbished the café and undertook much of the work himself. Now that’s what you call dedication. Andy is looking forward to working with

the Ferndown Community Association committee of trustees and making a business case for the entire building. “I will start at the front and work to the back,” he says. “I want to deliver the right standards and have got the support. There is a strong volunteer force here, which is amazing, and I want to make sure everyone is on board. “There are grants that can help towards new staging and because the FCA is a charity we can engage people and encourage them to donate. It’s all about getting people into the building to increase occupancy and to keep them coming back.” Making the building efficient, improving the lighting and décor and opening the bar on a more regular basis are also on

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Andy’s list of ‘to do’ things. A family man with two sons, James (3) and Harry (17 months), it is only natural that Andy sees the Barrington offering much more for children and families. “I want to get kids and toddlers in here, so will be bringing in soft play and bouncy castles,” he says. He’d like to introduce children’s parties and make good use of every inch (or should that be centimetre?) of the building. As far as the shows go, Andy’s management skills combined with his musical background will pay dividends for the centre. “I play guitar and my Dad plays bass with a local band. I’ve grown up in a musical household and love music. It has been my solitude,” he says.

He does admit that with two toddlers, he doesn’t have much time to play his guitar these days, but he is looking forward to booking more shows at the Barrington and seeing more big events taking place there. Does he have any hidden talents? His cooking is pretty good. When serving in the Merchant Navy he was in catering on the supply ships for the Royal Navy. “It was very hard work,” he says. “Four months at sea, and two months off.” The bonus was that he got to travel around the world, twice! He also received two NATO service medals, one for the last Gulf War and the other for Sierra Leone. On meeting and marrying Gemma, life changed and his feet are now squarely on the ground as he provides for his growing family. With lots of new challenges ahead at the Barrington Centre, he says, “I am very lucky to be here.”

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local Ballet Nimba

Music Without Frontiers – an Easter snapshot

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Haskins boosts FiB prizes

Review by Janine Pulford

hen visiting Cardigan, most people expect to see a quaint Welsh town with a castle and a pretty quay - a perfect location for an Easter break. What is less evident, is that it is becoming a cultural centre for the arts. The Music Without Frontiers Easter Festival was underway when I arrived and I was invited to several concerts in the Oak Hall at Rhosygilwen mansion. On Good Friday a dynamic group of West African performers, whose infectious on-stage energy was palpable, offered dancing with a modern twist. It was mesmerising as were their vibrant costumes and mystical masks. Rhythmic percussion completed the Ballet Nimba package and the audience couldn’t resist getting to their feet and dancing along. As part of the festival, the spectacular 12 foot Lady Augusta, created by Small World Theatre swept through Cardigan to the quay on 19 April. She attracted a crowd and led children on an Easter trail. Her giant magnifying

glass and binoculars were a vital part of the exploration to reveal Cardigan’s lost treasure of chocolate eggs! Later that evening, Lady Augusta appeared at Rhosygilwen prior to ‘Where Did You Get That Hat?’ a vintage Music Hall with song, dance and comedy introduced by MC Eric Storm. Hats bobbed and swayed as the audience joined in with good old favourites including ‘Oh! You beautiful doll’ and ‘Where Did You Get That Hat?’ Among the acts was Cabaret Rouge who performed a cheeky and energetic Can Can. The belle of the Music Hall though was the gorgeous singer / actress Shan Cothi who was not allowed to leave without an encore. On Easter Sunday, internationally renowned sitar player Mehboob Nadeem and tabla player Anil Sandhu took a completely different audience on a musical journey with an improvised performance of classical Indian music. All in all, a great music festival.

Slows reach 60 year milestone A couple who grew up in Wimborne and married in Hampreston have celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary. John and Molly Slow met in 1947 and are long-time members of Wimborne Methodist Church. A lay preacher for 40 years, John is a retired solicitor, and former Magistrates’ clerk. A chairman of Wimborne Disabled Club for 20 years, he was awarded the MBE in 2010. He has been a Rotarian for 40 years and is president of Wimborne Rotary. Born in Wimborne hospital, Molly saw 20 years’ service with St John Ambulance and in 1973 received a Serving Sister award. An accomplished flower arranger, she is a former chairman and president of Dorset & Guernsey area of NAFAS. John and Molly have twins Linda and Julie, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Sadly their son David died aged 52. They celebrated their anniversary on 13 March with a dinner for more than 50 people.

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erndown in Bloom has a larger prize fund for 2014! “It’s an exciting year for the competition as Haskins Garden Centres, our long term sponsor, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the opening of the centre at Longham and has donated £800 worth of prizes,” said Cllr Jean Read, who has chaired the committee for two years. This means more generous prizes for the main categories and, new for this year, is the Best Schools Project award. The business category is again sponsored by mags4dorset and the prize is a half page business profile in 4Dorset or Viewpoint Magazine worth £350. Entry forms are available from the council offices or Haskins Garden Centre or enter online at www.haskins.co.uk. Winners and runners up will be invited to a presentation evening at the Haskins’ restaurant. Jean added, “We are not only aiming to have the largest number of entries from residents this year, but will be chasing the gold award for the town in the South and South East in Bloom regional competition.” Competitions organiser 01202 896071, ferndowninbloom@ymail.com

Criminal must ‘cough up’

Dorset Police has recently secured a Confiscation Order to take £125,248.07 from a criminal who ran a cannabis factory in Ferndown. The 47-year-old former Ringwood man was ordered to pay up under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 following his conviction for production of cannabis in 2012. Although the man stated he had no assets, offshore bank accounts were identified. He has been ordered to pay the full amount within six months. If he fails to do so, he will serve a two-year default custodial sentence, after which he will still owe the debt.

Three Cheers for Allotmenteers!

he Mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Pauline Reynolds and Ferndown Allotment Association’s Chairman, Richard Dean, officially opened the Longham Allotment Gardens recently. Ferndown Town Council purchased the site to provide 71 allotments for residents. A special vote of thanks was given to Peter Hendra as the town council’s lead officer for allotments.

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Business

Community

Unity

Semi-finalists

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ZOE PHAYRE-MUDGE ZPM Ltd Nomination: Green Business Award

Working Women

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Following over 1500 nominations and applications, the fifth Venus Awards Dorset recently announced the semi-finalists for its 10 sponsor judged categories

The awards recognise the achievements of women in business, and were founded in 2009 by Tara Howard, then Managing Director of Langtry Manor Hotel in Bournemouth. In this feature you will meet some of the semi finalists and discover the awards for which they have been nominated. The top three in each category will be invited to the grand awards ceremony at Lighthouse, Poole on the 11 June, 2014.

If you’ve ever tried to complete a large shop without using the dreaded plastic bags you know how difficult it can be. About 5 years ago, Zoe (the founder) decided to find a realistic solution to this problem. And so the stylish and innovative Trolley-Dolly™ was born! Designed to solve all your shopping issues, the outer bag contains everything from a shopping list / voucher pocket to the much forgotten trolley-token, as well as a mix of net bags for fruit/veggies and large, washable, strong shopping bags. Hang the bag from your trolley or use it as a handbag. Trolley-Dolly™ - Taking one step closer to ridding our world of plastic bags. Want to be a Trolley-Dolly™ owner? Simply email customerservices@zpm.com, include VENUS in the subject and we will enter you into our ‘Celebrate the Award Draw!’ Don’t forget to let us know what colour you would like. www.zpm.com T: 01747 838693 E: customerservices@zpm.com

CAROLINE SMITH

SIMONE THOMAS

Sew La Di Da Vintage

MWAH (Makeup, Wigs and Hair), Bournemouth

Nomination: Small Business Award Sew La Di Da Vintage was born out of Caroline Smith’s love of the elegance and appeal of vintage fashion patterns, and her frustration at their incompatibility with the modern figure. Taking her inspiration from key styles from the 20s to the 60s, Caroline designed vintage style patterns that combine high street sizing with retro charm. She teaches these patterns, as well as sewing skills and introductions to pattern cutting and design, and fun craft and activity packages at her beautiful studio in Lyme Regis’ Town Mill Courtyard.

www.sewladidavintage.com E: caroline@sewladidavintage.com T: 07974 489121 Town Mill, Mill Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3PU

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Nominations: Entrepreneur of the Year Award & Small Business Award Simone is delighted to have been nominated as a semi-finalist in both the Entrepreneur and Small Business of the Year categories. Having taken her passion and unparalleled knowledge for all matters hair related, Simone opened what is now one of the region’s most popular hair and beauty salons. She has also reinvested heavily into the company, and has launched two associated companies: Hair Loss Bournemouth – helping those who have lost their hair due to cancer and other medical reasons – and Wigs by Simone, offering only the most stylish wigs to her discerning client base. Simone attributes her success to her hard work and that of her talented team.

www.mwahbournemouth.co.uk T: 01202 760003 15 Seamoor Road, Westbourne, BH4 9AA

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Tara Howard

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4Dorset asked the founder, Tara Howard, why she started the Venus Awards and she said: “Being a mother of four at the same time as running a successful business, I know only too well the pressures that women in business can be under.

“It inspires me to experience the excitement, pride and sense of achievement of the women as they make it through the various stages of the awards.”

ZHARA WOODS Managing Director, Upperdog

The Dining Room & In the Bag PR

Nomination: New Business Award

The Dining Room restaurant in Weymouth offers a contemporary menu in a relaxed atmosphere. The family run restaurant offers Lunch, Tapas, Afternoon Tea, Sunday Brunch Evening and Private Dining. When seated in The Dining Room you can view the chefs hard at work in the open plan kitchen. We believe that our restaurant is unique and that our food, venue and service brings a whole new dining experience to Weymouth.

www.thediningroomweymouth.co.uk T: 01305 783008 E: sophie@thediningroomweymouth.co.uk 67 St Mary Street, Weymouth, DT4 8PP

In The Bag PR is an independent, Dorset based communications agency that specialises in PR, Marketing and Social Media. We deliver excellent results and consistently place our clients in front of new audiences spanning print, online, social and broadcast media. Our clients have a reputation to uphold and they choose us to champion their relevance and credibility as they make the transition from local, to national, and international markets. We have extensive contacts that enable us to position your brand as an expert in its field, and each project is approached with an intricate attention to detail to ensure the highest possible rate of success.

www.inthebagpr.co.uk T: 07739 554794 E: sophie@inthebagpr.co.uk

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“I wanted to create a system where women can be recognized for their achievements through nominations from their colleagues, friends and family, thereby not having to make the first step themselves.

SOPHIE KERMANI JIBET

Nomination: Small Business Award Business Mothers Award Customer Service of the Year Award

“We often undervalue ourselves and our achievements.

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Zhara Woods is the founder and Managing Director of Upperdog Ltd. Founded in February of 2013, Upperdog is a digital marketing agency based in Bournemouth that specializes in online marketing, SEO, web design and web development. Since its inception, the new business has kept a key ethos at the heart of its work; passion, talent and helping the local community. Upperdog is delighted to have been nominated for the New Business Award at the Dorset Venus Awards within a year of its foundation and to have reached the semi-finals. For Zhara and the team, it’s been a busy but ground-breaking 12 months, having been named a Google Partner and having worked with a whole host of clients including a member of the FTSE 250.

www.upperdog.co.uk T: 01202 853642 E: zhara@Upperdog.co.uk The Enterprise Pavilion, 7 Fern Barrow, Poole, Dorset, BH12 5HH

DAWN THOMPSON Claret Catering Ltd Nomination: Entrepreneur of the Year Award Dawn started her career in hospitality and catering 20 years ago working in privately owned and 4/5* national hotels. She is now successfully growing Claret Catering. Her philosophy is to work in partnership with her clients to create a menu that is right for them, rather than offering standard menus. “A group of people being together, relaxed and enjoying their favourite food is a great pleasure and very special to be a part of,” says Dawn. From initial enquiry to the day of the event, Dawn is on hand to guide and support – whether it is a family occasion or a business team needing a safe pair of hands while they run a conference. Get in touch when you next have catering to organise – you will be pleased you did!

www.claretcatering.co.uk T: 07884 146376 E: events@claretcatering.co.uk

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Following requests from women all over the country to be part of the Venus Awards, Tara is committed to bringing it to more regions and it is now open in eight locations across the country with many more on her radar. For the finalists, and those wishing to attend, the grand awards ceremony and the business social networking event of the year will take place at the Lighthouse Poole on the 11 June 2014 when the winners will be announced.

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PAULINE MONK Purple Teardrop Campaign Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite on http:// tinyurl.com/ p5kuhl6

Nominations: Inspirational Women of the Year Award Lifetime Achievement Award & Influential Women of the Year Award Pauline Monk, a long-standing member of Soroptimist International Poole, is an inspirational tour de force at the forefront of the Purple Teardrop Campaign’s work to eradicate human trafficking. www.purpleteardropcampaign.org.uk

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SANDRA PALMER-SNELLIN

Tigerlilly

Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park

Nomination: New Business Award

Nomination: Lifetime Achievement Award

I am thrilled to be nominated for the Nat West Venus Awards. Tigerlilly opened in Westbourne, in November 2012. It was created to offer our clients an exquisite and comfortable ladies only salon experience. Since opening we have tripled our client base by: • focusing on exceptional standards of customer care • creating a fun and social experience at the salon • ensuring that all of our ladies feel totally looked after and supported with every detail of their nail care • taking the time to educate our clients about the best ways to keep their nails healthy and looking great All of the Tigerlilly team are trained to the highest industry standards of excellence and we work in a beautiful, clean and hygienic salon environment.

The joy of running Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park is that every day is different. Designed especially for children 8 years and under the brilliant staff deliver friendly and knowledgeable customer service. Children enjoy play opportunities, many animal handling/feeding events, trailer rides, meeting deer and walking the woodland walk. Sandra Palmer-Snellin, Director said. “Our family business is run by myself and my brother. We grew up here and are passionate about the displays of enjoyment on children’s faces when they are exploring new activities and experiences.” Investigate Trip Advisor’s reviews for honest opinions. If, after a visit, your little ones are asking to come back again tomorrow, Farmer Palmer’s seem to have thought of everything by giving 50% off return visits within 5 days!

T: 01202 751458 E: tigerlillyme@live.co.uk 4 Cinema Buildings, Poole Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9DW

www.farmerpalmers.co.uk T: 01202 622022 Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, BH16 6EU

JANE ADKINS

ROSIE WALLACE

A Head for PR

Director and General Manager Days Hotel, Marsham Court

Nomination: Home Based Business Award Jane Adkins runs A Head for PR, a professional and creative South West based public relations service taking a different approach to its customers. In just under five years the client base has expanded to include public sector as well as many private businesses ranging from international companies to start ups. A home-based business, it has seen impressive growth, doubling turnover in the second year and continuing to grow. A Recommended Agency (RAR), in the last four months A Head for PR gained six new clients, won Silver in the national Best for PR Awards, and is a semi finalist in the Venus Business Women Awards.

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Nominations: Professional of the Year Award & Customer Service of the Year Award The Hospitality Industry was “in the blood” for Rosie from the outset as her family has been running hotels in Bournemouth since 1948. Naturally, Rosie is keen to continue the ethos that ‘giving good value means guests will return and that great service should always be given as standard’. A mantra that has certainly stood them in good stead since their transition to Days Hotel from the original Marsham Court in 2011 and now sees Rosie being recognised for her professionalism within the Industry. The hotel is a great choice for both business and leisure and serves the local community as well as visitors from further afield.

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New report reveals dramatic declines in South West’s struggling bees A new report on bees in South West England by nature conservation charity Buglife reveals that up to 75% of some of our most threatened bee species have been lost in some counties. The study researched 23 species considered to be at risk in the UK, twenty are declining whilst three have become extinct.

ndrew Whitehouse, South West Manager at Buglife said, “The South West remains a stronghold for some of the UK’s most threatened bee species. But, over the past 50 years we have seen the local extinction of many of the region’s special bees. Some are precariously holding on, such as the six-banded nomad bee (Nomada sexfasciata) which has all but disappeared from the UK, except for a last remaining site in South Devon.”

Wild bees and other insect pollinators are faced with a perfect storm of pressures which have all led to their decline, these include: a loss of wildflower-rich natural and seminatural habitats through the intensification of farming, increased use of pesticides, the loss of bee habitats to development, unpredictable and extreme weather resulting from climate change. As a result, half of the UK’s 27 bumblebee species are in decline, two-thirds of our moths and over 70% of our butterflies are in long-term decline. PHOTOS © Steven Falk/Buglife

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Eucera lonigcornis

Large garden bumblebee hasn’t been seen in Dorset since 1966

hilst it is known that bee species have declined at a national level, until the publication of this new report, no assessment had been made at the finer scale of region and county. National assessments can obscure trends at more local scales as can be seen from the results of the report. For example, large garden bumblebee (Bombus ruderatus) is still found in the South West, in Gloucestershire and Somerset, but over the past 50 years has disappeared from Cornwall, Devon and Dorset.

Buglife has recently launched a Get Britain Buzzing Pollinator Manifesto, a seven point plan to protect bees and other pollinating insects.

Andrew added,

“The decline in our pollinators can be reversed by recreating lost flower-rich habitats and connecting up those that remain, helping bees, butterflies, Andrew said, hoverflies and other wildlife “We need to take urgent action to reverse move through our landscape. the declines in our bees. By making space for wildlife in our countryside and restoring the wildflower-rich habitats that bees rely upon, we can offer hope for our region’s bees. However, Buglife cannot do this alone, and we call upon others to work with us to get the South West buzzing!”

Dorset is a national stronghold for the long-horned mining bee (Eucera lonigcornis) which has declined nationally.

“Our B-Lines projects will do exactly that by creating and restoring permanent wildflower-rich habitat, as ‘stepping stones’ or continuous strips of habitat. We will be launching new B-Lines projects in the South West in the near future in collaboration with other local partner organisations.”

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RUSSELL GRANT

MONTHLY HOROSCOPES

TAURUS April 21–May 21 Don’t let a repressive friend, lover, or business partner dampen your enthusiasm in the first half of the month. If you get turned down for a job, don’t panic. A better opportunity will arrive near the 14th, probably through a personal contact. Celebrate a loved one’s good fortune in the second half of May. A lavish dinner and sentimental gift are definitely good ideas. The New Moon on the 28th finds you arguing about money. You may not be able to get the salary you deserve, partly because an organisation has an unrealistic view about the work you perform. Stay patient. Your chances for finding a lucrative position will improve as May turns to June. GEMINI May 22–June 21 The Full Moon on the 14th marks the conclusion of a challenging work assignment. Fortunately, you’ll get a handsome reward for all of your diligence and sacrifice. Friends will promote your talent during the second half of the month. The more networking you do during this fateful period, the higher your star will rise. The New Moon on the 28th will tempt you to change your look in some radical way, but don’t do it. You’re better off maintaining a classic, professional image. Express your wild side through creative projects. Writing, jewellery making and metalwork will be especially enjoyable at the end of May. CANCER June 22–July 23 Try not to take out work frustrations on your family at mid-month. Your relatives are not the enemy. The Full Moon on the 14th finds you finishing up a creative project and the results will be spectacular. Draw firm boundaries with your boss during the second half of May. Finding leisure time will be difficult during the third week of the month, as relatives will be quite dependent on you. The 28th warns against confiding secrets, especially to seemingly sympathetic counsellors. Working from home will be a real treat as May turns to June.

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VIRGO August 24–September 23 Sexual attraction will be too powerful to resist during the first half of the month. You’ll have to yield to temptation. Schedule a meeting with higher-ups on or around the 7th, when it will be impossible to argue with your logic. You’ll have to cover for an irresponsible friend or lover at mid-month. The two of you need to have a talk about their inconsiderate behaviour. The Full Moon on the 14th has you finishing up a writing project that could bring you fame and acclaim. Money from an investment or inheritance will allow you to afford a few luxuries during the second half of May. The 28th brings a fresh career opportunity, but this position will require you to make big sacrifices on the personal front. LIBRA September 24–October 23 Resist the urge to push your best friend or lover into a decision mid-month. A strategic retreat will serve you better. The Full Moon on the 14th is fabulous for negotiating a financial deal. You’ll get all the terms you want and more, so aim for the sky. A spontaneous gesture of love during the third week of May takes your breath away. It may be difficult to gain admission to an exclusive club or educational institution around the 28th. If at first you don’t succeed, try again. Your persistence will pay off. You’ll have to play the aggressor in a romance as May turns to June. SCORPIO October 24–November 22 You may have to shoulder your partner’s burdens throughout the first half of the month. The Full Moon on the 14th affords a welcome opportunity to indulge your sensual side. Buy yourself some new clothes, jewellery, or toiletries. Splurging on a spa treatment is also advised. Ask a teacher or community leader to write you a recommendation during the second half of May. Their words of praise will open personal and professional doors. Don’t let a youngster or lover pressure you into buying an expensive gift on the 28th. You need to be as resourceful as possible when May turns to June. If you work hard, you could pay off a debt before the month is over.

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SAGITTARIUS November 23–December 21 If you’re looking for work, you could find a comfortable job during the first half of the month. Providing wealthy clients with luxury services will put extra money in your pocket. The Full Moon on the 14th will give you a welcome opportunity to rest, rejuvenate and relax. Don’t mix romance with finance in the second half of May. You shouldn’t have to buy someone’s affection. Trust your instincts regarding a long term investment around the 24th. This could be your chance to establish lifelong financial security. At month’s end, the New Moon will put pressure on a close relationship. Be honest about your needs. CAPRICORN December 22-–January 20 An intense flirtation will provide a welcome diversion throughout the first half of the month. This is a great time to embark on a love affair. If you’re already in a relationship, be tender toward your partner, especially if they’re tired from overwork. The Full Moon on the 14th will bring an end to a group endeavour. This will allow you to pursue a personal project that will bring fame and acclaim. Don’t let your family interfere with your love life during the second half of May. Your partner could help you realise a cherished dream in the days surrounding the 24th. The New Moon that rises during the final week of May will bring a job offer. Hold out for a better position. AQUARIUS January 21–February 19 You’ll fare better negotiating yourself into a better paid job during the first week of the month. If you’re self employed, raise your rates. Customers will be happy to pay what you are worth. The Full Moon on the 14th will result in a terrific professional victory. Word will spread of your talent, attracting more clients and better assignments. The results of a health regimen will attract admiring glances during the third week of May. The New Moon on the 28th will prompt you to launch a creative project. Keep developing your technique, even if the initial results are disappointing. Enlist the aid of an encouraging teacher; their instruction will make you a much better artist. PISCES February 20–March 20 Tell friends you are looking for a job and describe your dream position. You could hear of a great opportunity through one of your social contacts. You could be awarded an advanced degree or legal award around the 14th, courtesy of the Full Moon. The second half of May is ideal for romantic and artistic pursuits. This would be a great time to take a vacation, preferably to a seaside resort. Your best friend or partner could get a raise or high paying job as May turns to June. Don’t be surprised if you receive a beautiful gift as thanks for your love and encouragement.

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ARIES March 21–April 20 Early May is ideal for getting a makeover, updating your wardrobe, or undergoing a cosmetic procedure. Let your best friend or romantic partner spoil you throughout midMay. You’re overdue for some tender loving care. The Full Moon on the 14th will allow you to pay off a long standing debt. Your newfound freedom will come as a profound relief. A stalled relationship will move forward toward the end of the month. Disappointing news will arrive on or around the 28th. It will be difficult to communicate with a moody relative or neighbour.

LEO July 24–August 23 Beware of clashing with a conservative relative. Nothing you do or say will impress this sour character. You’re better off surrounding yourself with supportive friends. The Full Moon on the 14th brings an end to a difficult family matter. At long last, you’ll be able arrange your surroundings to suit your needs. If you want to buy a place, you’ll be able to get a generous loan at midmonth. Your commute will get a lot easier once the second half of May gets under way. The New Moon on the 28th finds you facing off with a needy friend. Don’t make the mistake of lending money to them.

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he third winner of CashUnity, Mrs Michelle Gerchen from West Moors has decided to put her £1,000 prize towards a family holiday. There were a few tense moments after Michelle was told she had won the March draw because she thought she had lost her receipt, but as luck would have it, she had pinned it safely to the entry card after entering online. Michelle has lived in West Moors for three years. She entered at two participating traders, Webb’s Butchers and Profile 2000. It was the Webb’s Butchers spend that was drawn by the Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr John Lofts. “This is the beauty of CashUnity,” explains director Ben Pulford, who devised the initiative. “People can enter as many times as they like

Michelle and Finlay (left) with Ben Pulford, (centre), Lou Dunne and Alex Webb (partners)

during the month, although terms and conditions do apply so visit our website to find out more.” Michelle arrived to collect her cheque with her very excited 9-year-old son Finlay. He is looking forward to Mum spending a bit of money on him and his 14-year-old brother Oliver. The family, including husband Gary, will be jetting off on a holiday, “Somewhere hot!” said a happy Michelle. She was bowled over with her prize. “I’ve never won anything before and was very surprised,” she said. “I shop at Webb’s Butchers because the meat tastes so much better than it does from the supermarket.” Michelle is a very satisfied shopper, especially now she has won £1,000 for supporting her local businesses. Alex Webb added, “CashUnity is going very well. We have given out a lot of entry cards and were very chuffed to hear the winner had shopped with us.” Alex has offered to hold a barbecue, and mags4dorset will be serving drinks, when the June draw is carried out in Station Road, West Moors. Christchurch MP Chris Chope will announce the winner at midday on Friday, 11 July, so pop along if you can. Keep your entries coming in for April - close date is 5 May and the draw will be soon after (to be confirmed).

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The Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr John Lofts picks the winner

will jet off on holiday!

If you are over 18, the next winner of CashUnity could be you – support your local shops and businesses and enter as often as you like – terms and conditions apply, read them online at www.cashunity.co.uk

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Specified Period 1 May 2014 - 31 May 2014

£1,000 monthly prize - CashUnity

CLARITY HEARING 45 High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AS 01202 478881 clarity-solutions.com

HONORA (Wool shop) 69 High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AS 01202 486000 woolitwork.co.uk

THINK PRINT Devised by mags4dorset, CashUnity is a brand new initiative backed by local traders that gives local shoppers the chance every month to win a huge cash prize of £1,000. Forming part of mags4dorset’s Business Community Unity ethos, it aims to raise footfall in local shops, put money back into the community and promote participating businesses. Anyone over 18 who shops in a CashUnity business listed in the following directory and spends £10 or more will be offered the chance to enter our free prize draw. Each participating trader is listed in the directory in 4Dorset, Viewpoint Magazine and online at www.cashunity.co.uk The directory listing is updated every month and relates to the current specified period. Entries must be substantiated by separate receipts. The receipts must show the name of the participating trader, the amount spent as well as the date and the time of purchase. This information is critical. There is no need to send in your receipt, just keep it in a safe place. Do not lose your receipt. If you do, you cannot win. Each receipt is the Proof of Purchase (POP) and the correct POP will have to be produced by the winner before they can collect their £1,000 prize. The name of trader, date, time and amount must tally. No other POP can be produced in its place. So keep your receipt safe. mags4dorset cannot be held responsible for any lost or missing receipts and the prize will instead be donated to our charity of the year. Enter CashUnity online at www.cashunity.co.uk or use the postcard supplied at the point of sale.

Full terms and conditions can be found at www.cashunity.co.uk

CashUnity DIRECTORY BOURNEMOUTH CASTLE LANE CLINIC (Chiropractic) 2 Crantock Grove, Castle Lane West, Bournemouth BH8 0HS www.backpainuk.info

BROADSTONE & POOLE FORUM JEWELLERS 184E The Broadway, Lower Blandford Road, Broadstone, BH18 8DP 01202 600350 forumjewellers.co.uk

POOLE JOINERY

188 Stanley Green Road, Poole, BH15 3AH 01202 661299 poolejoinery.com

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CHRISTCHURCH BEDTIME

254-258 Barrack Road, Christchurch, BH23 2BJ 01202 487117 bedtimechristchurch.co.uk sales@bedtimechristchurch.co.uk

CASTLES HOME HARDWARE

38-44 Bargates, Christchurch, BH23 1QW 01202 484844 castles-homehardware.co.uk

CHRISTCHURCH CARPETS

55-57 Bargates, Christchurch, BH23 1QE 01202 482712 christchurchcarpets.com

7 High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AB 01202 473167

STUDIO FIFTY SIX 56 Bargates, Christchurch, BH23 1QL 01202 485020 studiofiftysix.co.uk

THOMAS & LUCIA 34 Bargates, Christchurch, BH23 1QL 01202 479695 thomasandlucia.com

TONY HAIR

The Fountain, 1 High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AE 01202 486868 tonyhair.co.uk

CRANBORNE CRANBORNE STORES

1 The Square, Cranborne, BH21 5PR 01725 517210 cranborne.co.uk

LA FOSSE AT CRANBORNE

London House, The Square, Cranborne, BH21 5PR 01725 517604 la-fosse.com

FERNDOWN BARRINGTON CENTRE

Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH 01202 894858 barringtoncentre.co.uk

CROWNING GLORY 515 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown, BH22 9NH 01202 892968

DOOR TECHNIQUE GARAGE DOORS 217 New Road, West Parley, BH22 8EF 01202 877223 doortechnique.com

DORSET WATER SOFTENERS

184 Leeson Drive, Ferndown, BH22 9QQ 01202 375565 dorsetwatersofteners.com

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Close Date 5 June 2014 FERNDOWN ELECTRICAL SERVICES

125 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HU 01202 872869

FERNDOWN MOT 1 Library Road, Ferndown, BH22 9JP 01202 892323 ferndownmot.co.uk

FERNDOWN PHOTOGRAPHICS

26 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HZ 01202 861440 ferndownphotographics.co.uk

FORUM FRAMERS

XEROCAD LTD

527 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9AQ 01202 897297 xerocad.co.uk

FERNDOWN IND. ESTATE BABY DOOZIES

Unit 6 35-39 Cobham Road, Ferndown Ind Est, Wimborne BH21 7RS 01202 610952 babydooziesltd.com

CUSTOM WORLD

121 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HU 01202 890690 forum-framers.co.uk

38 Cobham Road, Ferndown Ind Estate, Wimborne, BH21 7NP 01202 896816 customworldbedrooms.co.uk

INTERIORS COMPLETE

DORSET SOILS & AGGREGATES LTD

512 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown, BH22 9NG 01202 890185

LIFESTYLE KITCHENS & BATHROOMS LTD 131 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HU 01202 861988 lifestylekitchensand bathrooms.co.uk

MOTABITZ

Unit 4, 13 Cobham Road, Ferndown Ind Estate, Wimborne, BH21 7PE 01202 874207 sandandgravel.uk.com

KNIGHTS AUTO

112 Cobham Road, Ferndown Ind Estate, Wimborne, BH21 7PQ 01202 877727

SELECT PVCU

491 Ringwood Rd, Ferndown, BH22 9AG 01202 894888 www.a1motabitz.co.uk

112-114 Cobham Road, Ferndown Ind Estate, Wimborne, BH21 7PQ 01202 877977 selectpvcu.com

FREEDOM MOBILITY

FORDINGBRIDGE

17 Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH 01202 874317

SALT & VINEGAR 350 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9AT 01202 872397 salt-vinegar.co.uk

SWAN JEWELLERS

ALCOVE NEWSAGENTS

12 Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AF 01425 653083

ALL THE COOL STUFF

55 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HU 01202 892990

64 High Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AX 01425 650696 www.allthecoolstuff.co.uk

TRACEY ANNS STORE

BRIAN’S KITCHENS

UNDERWOOD EYECARE

CAXTON DÉCOR

61-63 Ameysford Road Ferndown BH22 9PY 01202 855589

7 Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH 01202 891955 underwoodeyecare.co.uk

WELL HEELED

33 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HT 01202 896333 wellheeledferndown.co.uk

Burnham Road, Fordingbridge, SP6 1HA 01425 654741 brianskitchens.co.uk 26-30 Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AF 01425 652700 caxtondecor.co.uk

C HARRISON & SON 23-25 High Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AS 01425 652376

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Specified Period 1 May 2014 - 30 May 2014 FORDINGBRIDGE BOOKSHOP 15 Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AB 01425 653725 fordingbridgebooks.co.uk

FORDINGBRIDGE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC 71 High Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AS 01425 652951 backpainuk.info

FORDINGBRIDGE POST OFFICE 51 Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AB 01425 653126

GIRLINGS COMPLETE HEARING AID SERVICE

5 Shaftesbury Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1JF 01425 655142 girlingshearingaids.co.uk

PERKINS MOTOR ACCESSORIES

7 Provost Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AY 01425 653475

PRICE BUTCHERS 67 High Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AS 01425 652228

THE COTTAGE LOAF 51-53 High Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AS 01425 652460 cottageloaf.co.uk

KINSON & NORTHBOURNE BLUE CROSS DOMESTICS

1603 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, BH11 9AZ 01202 575097 bluecrossdomestics.co.uk

MIRAGE HAIR

1432 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth BH10 7AS 01202 572778 miragehairandbeauty.co.uk

SPECIALITY CAKES 1528 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, BH11 9AF 01202 788605 cakesindorset.co.uk

QP FURNITURE

1625-1633 Wimborne Rd, Kinson, Bournemouth, BH11 9AR 01202 574358 qpfurniture.co.uk

RINGWOOD ALLUM & SIDAWAY 53 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AE 01425 475180 allumandsidaway.co.uk

BICKERLEY GARAGE

Kings Arms Row, Ringwood, BH24 1BH 01425 470203 bickerleygarage.boschauto. co.uk

CONTAKT CARPETS Unit 2 The Granaries, Ringwood, BH24 1BZ 01425 477159 contaktcarpets.com

CROW FARM SHOP Crow, Ringwood, BH24 3EA 01425 473290 crowfarmshop.com

W PATTERSON BUTCHERS

31 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AD 01425 472654

VERWOOD & 3 LEGGED CROSS BAILEYS ELECTRICAL 11 Ringwood Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA 01202 822134 baileyselectrical.co.uk

CAFÉ LIFESTYLE The Hub, Brock Way, Verwood, BH31 7QE 01202 828740 lifestyleverwood.com

EBBLAKE AUTOCENTRE

3 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AB 01425 471608 fieldsjewellers.co.uk

Unit 4, Verwood Trading Estate, Blackhill, Verwood, BH31 6HA 01202 824516 ebblake.co.uk

LAMBERTS OF RINGWOOD

FLOORING ELEGANCE

FIELDS JEWELLERS

16 Market Place, Ringwood, BH24 1AW 01425 473223 lambertsofringwood.co.uk

LIBERTY’S OWL, RAPTOR & REPTILE CENTRE

Unit 5, John Brown’s Garden Centre, Ringwood Road, Three Cross, BH21 6RD 01202 829662 flooringelegance.co.uk

GILBEY CLEANERS

Crow Lane, Ringwood, BH24 3EA 01425 476487 libertyscentre.co.uk

29 Vicarage Road, Verwood, BH31 6DR 01202 826176 gilbeycleaners.co.uk

PAPER MOUNTAIN

LEWIS CONCRETE

2 Meeting House Lane, Ringwood, BH24 1EY 01202 476751 papermountainuk.co.uk

RINGWOOD FABRICS

15 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AB 01425 475677

ROBERTS FAMILY JEWELLERS 18-20 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AF 01425 483838 robertsjewellers.co.uk

ST MARTIN’S GALLERY

Mockbeggar Lane, Ibsley BH24 3PP 01425 489090 stmartinsgallery.co.uk

TOW NHOUSE

19 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AB 01425 473666 townhousehair.co.uk

TULIP CRAFTS

23 Market Place, Ringwood, BH24 1AN 01425 461434

Old Barn Farm Road, Woolsbridge Ind Park, Three Cross, BH21 6SP 01202 821895 lewisconcrete.co.uk

OAKHOUSE FOODS

Unit 3, 11 Black Moor Road, Ebblake Ind Estate, Verwood, BH31 6AX 01202 814179 oakhousefoods.co.uk

PETALS FLORIST

John Brown’s Garden Centre, Ringwood Road, Three Cross, BH21 6RD 01202 827444 verwoodflorists.co.uk

SEASONS COFFEE BARN

Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, BH24 2ET 01425 470537 seasonscoffeebarn.co.uk

THE CURTAIN CABIN

Edmondsham Road, Verwood, BH31 6JT 01202 813533 curtaincabin.co.uk

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Close Date 5 June 2014 THE GIFT BOX

7 Station Road, Verwood, BH31 7PY 01202 821216

THE SWANS RESTAURANT

J&B’S LTD

Unit 1-4 The Depot, Brook Road, Wimborne, BH21 2BH 01202 886529 jandbs.co.uk

Pennine Way, Verwood, BH31 6UL 01202 825777 marstonstaverns.co.uk/ Verwood/Swans

KINETIC MOBILITY

VERWOOD FORD

PARAMOUNT WINDOW & FASCIA LTD

95-97 Ringwood Road, Verwood, BH31 7AD 01202 825222 verwoodford.co.uk

WEST MOORS EYESTYLE CENTRE 141-143 Station Road, West Moors, BH22 0HT 01202 890904 eyestylecentre.co.uk

PROFILE 2000

SLIMMING & BEAUTY 2 Park Way, West Moors, BH22 0HL 01202 896477 slimmingandbeauty.co.uk

WESSEX DENTAL

1 Park Way, West Moors, BH22 0HL 01202 893339 wessexdenturestudio.co.uk

SDC SELF STORAGE LTD

Collingwood Road, West Moors, BH21 6QQ 01202 892710 sdcselfstorage.co.uk

WEBB’S BUTCHERS 165 Station Road, West Moors, BH22 0HT 01202 855817

WEST PARLEY TANDEM HAIR

177 New Road, West Parley, BH22 8ED 01202 577681

TIEGLA TILES

159A New Road, West Parley, BH22 8EB 01202 594459 tilesdorset.co.uk

WIMBORNE DRUSILLA’S INN Wigbeth, Horton, BH21 7JH 01258 840297 drusillasinn.co.uk

GILLETT’S SPAR

103 Wimborne Road West, Wimborne, BH21 2ED 01202 882053

GOLDEN HANDS 41B East Street, Wimborne, BH21 1DX 01202 639360

73 Leigh Road, Wimborne, BH21 2AA 01202 886529 kineticmobility.co.uk

22-24 Brook Road, Wimborne, BH21 2BH 01202 888825 paramountwindowandfascia.co.uk

SCF HARDWARE Unit 1 & 2 Brook Road, Wimborne, BH21 2BH 01202 857140 scfhardware.co.uk

WIMBORNE CHIROPODY

36 High Street, Wimborne, BH21 1HT 01202 841751 wimbornechiropody.co.uk

WIMBORNE APPLIANCE SERVICES LTD

Unit 9 Riverside Park, Station Road, Wimborne, BH21 1QU 01202 883494

WINTON & MOORDOWN 644 PRINT

644 Wimborne Road, WInton, BH9 2EH 01202 635001 644print.com

BIG PICTURE ART

760-762 Wimborne Road, Moordown, BH9 2DZ 01202 522771 bigpictureart.co.uk

BRYANT FURNISHINGS

136 Alma Road, Winton, BH9 1AL 01202 522063 bryantfurnishing.co.uk

CARLY’S CRAFTS 1A Cardigan Road, Winton, BH9 1BJ 01202 512106

CLINIC VISJEUNE 759 Wimborne Road, Moordown, BH9 2BA 01202 523142 visjeune.co.uk

UP & RUNNING 442 Wimborne Road, Winton, BH9 2HB 01202 522666 upandrunning.co.uk/ bournemouth

May 2014 Viewpoint

in & around the area

what’s on

this month 12 May 10.30am-1pm

Stroke awareness month coffee and cake morning (£3), Ferndown Leisure Centre. Free blood pressure check. Money raised goes to Stroke Association. 01202 877468

13 May

DWT South Dorset mid-week volunteers, nature reserve habitat management. Contact James Hitchen on 07436 157328.

13-17 May 7.45pm

Broadstone Players ‘Snake in the Grass’, War Memorial Hall, Tudor Road, Broadstone. 01202 678449 or email honsec@broadstoneplayers.co.uk

14 May 7.30pm

East Dorset Antiquarian Society finds out about ‘Kingston Lacy – An Undiscovered History’ with David Smith. Meet 7.15pm at St Catherine’s Church Hall, Wimborne. www.dorsetarchaeology.org.uk

15 May 1.30-3.30pm 4.30-7pm

Blood Donor Sessions. The Hub, Brock Way, Verwood. 0300 1232323

15 May 8pm

Verwood Traditional Jazz Club presents Bob Reynolds New Society Jazz Band. Doors open 7pm The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road, Verwood. 01202 873725

16 May 7pm

Quiz Night with Fish and Chip Supper, Stanpit Village Hall, in aid of the RNLI Mudeford Guild. 01202 488740

17 May 2-5pm

Smedmore House, Wareham, fund raising open day (house and gardens) organised by East Dorset and New Forest branch of Motor Neurone Disease Association. 07811 871347

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18 May 1-5pm

The Glade, Woodland Walk, Ferndown, NGS open for charity. Award-winning 1 3/4-acre spring garden. Terraced lawns, woodland walks through blossom trees, wild anemones, primroses and bluebells. Extensive shrubbery with camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons. £3.50, children free. 01202 872789

18 May 2-5.30pm

NGS open garden Heathermoor House, Fordingbridge. Four-acre garden leads directly to New Forest. Azaleas, camellias, rhododendrons, magnolias and acers, fill garden with colour and fragrance. £3.50, children free (share to Wilton Group Riding for the Disabled). 01725 513033

19 May 11am-7pm

Local Dementia Action Alliance open day to find out about Christchurch becoming a Dementia-Friendly Community. Red House Museum. 01202 482860

20 May 7.30pm

Broadstone Horticultural Society, ‘Peonies and Irises’ a practical demonstration by Miss Sue Applegate. War Memorial Hall, Tudor Road, Broadstone. 01202 693920

20 May 7.30pm

Verwood Historical Society presents ‘Ice Age To Space Age’, an illustrated talk on Christchurch by local historian Mike Andrews. St Michael’s Parish Centre, off Manor Road. 01202 824175

22 May 10am

Colehill Community Library, knit and natter. 01202 886676

21 May and 4 June 1.30-3pm Alzheimer’s Society Memory Café, Barrington Centre, Ferndown.

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

22 May 2-5pm

17 Lower Golf Links Road, Broadstone. NGS open for charity. Town garden of 2/3 acre, created in a heathland suburb. There is a prominent vegetable garden, chickens, fruit trees and a pond as well as borders. £3.50, children free. www.ngs.org.uk

24 May to 8 June

Dorset Art Weeks - UK’s largest open art studios exhibition involving more than 370 studio venues where local artists showcase their creative work. 01305 853100

24 May to 8 June

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival - cultural programme, encompassing visual art, music, dance, film and story-telling. 01929 288631

25 May 11am

Morning Butterfly Walk on Ballard Down, led by Colin Nunn. Joint event DWT and Dorset Butterfly Conservation. 01929 439211

25 May 11am - 4pm

Classic Cars at the Castle, Highcliffe, Christchurch (weather dependent). 01425 278807

25 May 2-5pm

Corfe Barn, Broadstone. NGS open for charity. Semi-rural environment extending to about 2/3 acre. Mixture of usual and unusual trees, shrubs and flowers on three levels. £2.50, children free. 01202 694179

26 May

Poole Carnival, Branksome Recreation Ground. Procession from Upper Parkstone. 01202 670183

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26 May 10-11am

Alzheimer’s Society information coffee morning, Haskins Garden Centre, Longham.

28 May 11am

Fleet Air Arm Association meeting, Royal British Legion, Church Road, Ferndown. Lunch available after meeting. 07815 824841

28 May 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society presents Brian Hazelby. Verwood Hub. 01202 824490

29 May 10am

Colehill community library family history. 01202 886676

1 June 2-4pm

Outdoor concert by Christchurch and District Community Concert Band, Highcliffe Castle. Free event, donations collected for the band. 01425 278807

3 June 1-3.25pm 4.30-6.45pm

Blood Donor Sessions. Royal British Legion, Church Road, Ferndown, 0300 1232323

4 June 12 noon

Ferndown Probus Club monthly lunch and talk ‘My Ancestor and Other Smugglers’. Dudsbury Golf Club, Christchurch Road, Ferndown. 01202 875757.

4 June 7.30pm

Ferndown French Circle, the Barrington Centre, ‘Anciennes Traditions Françaises’ with Denise Sealey. Members £2, visitors £4, students £2. 01202 526918

TION I T E P COM Hollywood and Broadway comes to Christchurch

in & around the area

he award winning Bournemouth Concert Brass will be back at the Regent in Christchurch in June with its annual summer concert packed full of everyone’s favourite hits and classics from Hollywood’s Oscar winning film musicals and Broadway’s Tony winning stage shows. Music featured will be from

films including ‘Silverado’, ‘Jungle Book’, ‘High Society’, ‘Tommy’ and shows such as ‘Riverdance’. Resident conductor Bill Willis, who will be conducting the concert said: “The band is an experienced ensemble in this type of music making and is always looking for new music to play and entertain the audience. It is hoping this year will be no exception.”

If you would like to enjoy the cool sounds of one of Britain’s premier brass bands then enter the 4Dorset and Regent Centre’s competition to win two tickets for the Bournemouth Concert Brass’s Hollywood & Broadway concert at 7.30pm on Sunday 22 June.

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Enter through our website: www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Bournemouth st Concert Brass competition, 4Dorset, 1 Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 26 May 2014. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of Page and Pulford Ltd and The Regent Centre are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

‘Annie’ Dream come true for Christchurch teenager

Christchurch schoolgirl has landed the title role in Highcliffe Charity Players’ next musical - the legendary Broadway and West End smash hit, ‘Annie’. Thirteen-year-old Lucy-May Alner, a pupil at Twynham School, will play the child lead when the show opens at the Regent Centre. ‘Annie’ tells the heart-warming, rags-to-riches story of a little orphan girl, and her dog, Sandy. Lucy-May was chosen from 53 hopefuls. She said: “It’s a dream come true. I have always wanted to play Annie – I first saw the film when I was six and watched the DVD so much. I loved the music immediately and soon knew all the words. I especially liked Sandy the dog. I feel so lucky to have been given this amazing opportunity – I can’t wait to get up on stage to play Annie.” ‘Annie’ runs at the Regent Centre, Christchurch from 28-31 May. Book at the box office 01202 499199 or online: www.regentcentre.co.uk

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in & around the area

Ferndown Festival 21 - 28 June PRAM RACE - 21 June The Ferndown Festival will kick off with the fantastic Pram Race. Organised by Ferndown Chamber of Commerce, it is guaranteed to raise a smile. Get your dummies at the ready if you want to enter and simply drum up four more runners to help you over the finish line. Teams of five are required for the pramtastic race of the year through the streets of ‘Fundown.’ ‘Prammies’ sprint from pub-to-pub with their ‘baby’ sitting in what is loosely described as a pram. Despite the diverse variety of perambulators that take part, there are rules and regulations. This year, as well as stopping at the pubs and downing a drink, there are a few additional ‘pit stops’ designed to slow the runners down and make the race more challenging. Visit the Ferndown Pram Race Facebook group to find out more or ring Tony Brown on 07515 493490 for full instructions and to book in your team. Sponsors include mags4dorset, Hearnes Estate Agents, Synergy Housing, AE Jolliffe & Son and Ferndown Town Council – if you want to join the sponsorship crew call Tony now to offer your support.

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FETE ON THE FIELDS - 28 June 11am-5pm Ferndown Festival week will end on a high note with a new event called Fete on the Fields Set in the lovely grounds of King George V Fields, the fete will raise much needed funds for the charity which is responsible for the upkeep of the skatepark, playpark, bowling green, tennis courts and football pitches. Make a day of it, bring your rugs and chairs and enjoy the entertainment. Bookings have now started coming in from stallholders, but there is always room for more. The cost of a stall is £20.

This family friendly event, sponsored by Hearnes Estate Agents, will offer something for the whole family. There will be entertainment in the Bandstand throughout the day from the ‘piano man’/comedian Matt Black, Samantha Stevens, Nicole McNally, Amber Thorne and many more. There will be a Classic Car Show. A Fun Run/Mile for everyone from 3-93yrs old and of all abilities.

Pound Puppy’s are putting on a Dog Show and Turndown at Ferndown are putting on a Skatefest from 1-3pm. Raffle prizes include win a wheelbarrow of wine and a Chinese raffle. For the kids there is a raffle for of a bucket of sweets! Stallholders who would like to be part of this event, should contact Pauline Yexley 01202 875264 or Liz Norman 01202 872133.

Matt Black

FESTIVAL WEEK features a variety of delicious foodie nights and afternoon teas with very special prices. Participants include Tracy’s Place, Stone Lounge, Chianti, Nightjar, Mo’s Cinnamon and the Pure Drop where you’ll be able to get a foot long sausage and chips!

Nicole McNal

Amber Thorne

Samantha Stevens

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May 2014 4Dorset

specialist services

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PLASTERING

STAIR PARTS

TILES

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WINDOW REPAIRS

WORK TOPS

WINDOW REPAIRS

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Ferndown Upper School Sixth Form welcomed a group of 39 Japanese students from Nagamo, Japan. As well as sitting in on sixth form lessons, they ran workshops in calligraphy (Shodo), traditional games, tea ceremonies and Japanese cooking. Ferndown Upper’s students learnt how to write their names in Japanese and create their favourite Pokemon characters out of origami. The week-long visit ended with a British tea party. Ferndown Upper School is looking forward to a new group of students arriving in July from Taiwan.

Left Hand Golf Clubs, full set, suit junior or lady beginner. £35 ono. Alderholt. 01425 655734 Two Quickseat Folding Chairs, hardly used. £12. Christchurch. 01202 479612

Hedge Trimmer, Black and Decker, 16” blade. Good condition. £20. Wimborne. 01202 883347

Jigsaw Puzzles, 12 x 1000 piece puzzles. Good condition. £1 each. West Moors. 01202 890097

Lawnmower, Hayter 40 Jubilee, serviced 2013. Good condition. £75. Verwood. 07796 054905

Aquarium, light and pump, 12 x12 x16 inch. £30. West Moors. 01202 874688

Scaffold, podium pop-up. As new. £80 ono. Christchurch. 01202 471842

German ‘Wolf’ garden shredder, ¾ inch capacity. £50. West Moors. 01202 874688

Food Processor, Kenwood MultiPro (Excel). As new. £200. Verwood. 01202 829079

Power Reclining Chair, Fairfax ‘Celebrity’, grey tweed. Fully working. £70. Verwood. 01202 826320

UPVC Door, complete, half double glazed, with frame. £25. West Moors. 01202 870328

Men’s Walking Boots, Chris Brasher, brown leather, size 7. As new – cost £110. £30. Broadstone. 01202 691663 Mobility Scooter, lightweight, swivel seat and large holdall. As new. £400. Ferndown. 01202 894330 Dining/coffee table, Heals Danish design, teak, dual height expanding. £150. Alderholt. 01425 653035 Two Pine Bedside Cabinets, small with drawers. £7. Southbourne. 01202 430559 Coffee Table, small. £4. Southbourne. 01202 430559

International stars drop in

Oakmeadians RFC was awash with rising stars at its home ground on Meyrick Park during a Mini and Youth tournament organised by the club’s partners Burleigh Travel. 40 teams and over 800 children from all over the country took part in the tournament. International players Martin Offiah and Serge Betsen were present alongside parents and coaches.

Sound Strategy adopted

Spider Plant, over 6 feet. Offers welcome. West Moors. 01202 862864

Solid Oak Coffee Table. £10. Christchurch. 01202 479612

Parker Knoll easy chair. £40. Verwood. 01202 826320

Eager participants

Mattress, 3ft. Unused with receipt. Half price £150. Ringwood. 01425 484144

Easy Chair, rust colour. As new. £30. Ringwood. 01425 483144

Electric Fire Surround Suite, light oak. £15. West Moors. 01202 870328 Flymo Turbo Lite 35, electric, 35cm cut, two years old. Good condition. £90. Alderholt. 01425 653035 Caravan Upholstered Seating, with back/ armrests, two bases 72” x 28”, one base 59” x 18”, Fully zipped, fitted with new high density foam. Excellent condition. £100. Ringwood. 01425 483158 Bicycle, Raleigh Marauder, ATT 23 tubing, Shimano, derailleur, stored since 1997. VGC. £35 ono. Verwood. 01202 820637 Spear and Jackson Brushcutter/Strimmer. £60. Alderholt. 01425 653035

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Mighty Motoring Marvels

(Nissan Micra Tenka 1.2) Stephen Turvil • stephenturvil@googlemail.com

he Nissan Micra Tekna 1.2 has confident handling to complement its frugality and performance. As such the ride is comfortable, it effortlessly maintains its line through corners and the steering provides more than enough feedback. These characteristics complement the excellent visibility that ensures manoeuvring around ladders is straightforward. Furthermore, the cabin feels spacious considering its proportions and has supportive seats. There are plenty of storage compartments too. Larger items can be placed in the class competitive 265-litre boot. Standard equipment includes the: cruise control, speed limiter, electric folding wing mirrors, rear parking sensors, automatic wipers and the anti-dazzle rear-view mirror. Not bad. Then there is reliability. Nissan produces robust cars that rarely cause problems if properly maintained. This is evident from the number of old generation Micras from the 90s that – despite having slipped down the corporate ladder due to age still work perfectly. What a dizzying thought.

Nissan Micra 1.2 DIG-S Tekna prices start from £14,200. How much for a ladder?

he Nissan Micra Tekna 1.2 has climbed so high on the corporate ladder that it gets dizzy. As such, this five-door supermini is one of the most capable town cars on the market. Strengths include its 1.2-litre 98PS petrol engine that averages 65.7mpg, hits 76.3mpg on the extra-urban cycle and returns 53.3mpg in town. Such figures impress more than the world’s longest ladder. Low fuel consumption ensures that tailpipe emissions are only 99g/km, so – as road tax is based on emissions – this five-speed manual can be taxed for free. The Micra’s frugality is partly thanks to its stop/start system that automatically switches off

the engine when it is stationary, in neutral and has its clutch pedal released. The engine then fires to life when the motorist presses the clutch – then this workhorse continues to race up the corporate ladder like a possessed window cleaner. Nissan claims that this system reduces fuel consumption by 4%. Now, a motorist who is unfamiliar with a start/stop concept might find it unnerving. After all, the first thought when an engine cuts out is that there is a mechanical fault. This feeling soon passes. Furthermore, the engine propels motorists to 62mph in 11.4 seconds – which is fairly nippy for the class – and has plenty of torque at low revolutions.

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