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Volume 12 • Issue 11 • June 2015

editor Janine Pulford

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assistant editor Liz Turner news@mags4dorset.co.uk

managing director Ben Pulford design@mags4dorset.co.uk

design director Louis Pulford

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graphic designer Daniel Lee

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Echoes

Such quiet beauty is so rare  Especially when in a year It bloomed with so much bravery Fighting against adversity   with bright colours of hope tangled with dreams.  You inspired us all Maya  Threading your love and Imprinting echoes in the world  To remind us of the great strength and frailty of life.

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Our niece and the boys’ cousin Maya Pulford sadly lost a year long battle with cancer on 14 May aged only 14. She is pictured here in April last year with her father Robert and Louis at a family wedding, we will remember her always with the fondest of memories.

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National Trust Neptune at home in the sand Internationally recognised sand artist Mark Anderson has revealed his latest creation, that of Neptune, Greek god of the sea During 2015, a year-long South West Coastal Festival of events and fundraising will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Trust’s Neptune campaign, set up in 1965 to protect the coast and look after it for ever for the nation. The Neptune sand sculpture has been specially created to commemorate this anniversary and is now on display at the ‘Best of British’ exhibition at Sandworld in Weymouth. Since the 1920s, Mark’s grandfather, Fred Darrington, delighted millions of visitors with his wonderful sand creations on Weymouth Beach. Mark has continued and developed this tradition bringing smiles to visitors and welcome publicity for the resort. Helen Mann, National Trust General Manager for West Dorset said: “I am delighted Mark agreed to work with us and create this magnificent sand sculpture of Neptune our coastal figurehead. Not only will this creation amaze and delight visitors to Weymouth’s Sandworld exhibition it will also help us raise awareness of the 300 miles of coastline we care for in the South West and why we need continued support from our visitors.” It costs £3,000 per year per mile to look after the 300 miles of coastline. That’s a cost of £1million pounds just to manage the existing coastline and ensure access is maintained. Over the last 50 years, public and partnership support have helped raise over £65 million for the Trust’s Neptune Coastline campaign. The coast in the South West is visited and enjoyed every year by more than 22 million people, with 63% of people regarding visiting the seaside or coast as important to their quality of life. Throughout the year coastal events will be taking place at National Trust places across the South West including a big beach picnic in July. The sculpture of Neptune will be on display at Sandworld until the end of November and National Trust members get discounted entry to the whole exhibition.

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Bishop briefs on South Sudan

A recent guest speaker at Wimborne Rotary, Bishop Samuel Peni from Nzara, reported on the progress of improving lives of local people in war-torn South Sudan and the recent formation of a new Rotary club there – only the second in the country. He updated the club on the success of Wimborne Rotary’s micro-finance project, which has already provided for more than 40 women to support their families through their new businesses and return the initial funds to benefit more. In partnership with the Anglican Deanery of Wimborne, Rotary continues to raise money to provide the funds needed to improve the future for the children of Nzara through better healthcare and educational facilities, with a Rotary event planned at the Minster on 4 June when former MP Robert Key will give a talk on the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta. Club President Derek Radley said, “We were delighted to welcome Bishop Samuel to Wimborne and to hear his first-hand account of how the funds provided by the Anglican Deanery and by Rotary are being put to good and effective use. A great deal remains to be done, and we shall continue to support this deserving cause.”

Huttons hair creations for everyone Founded in 1995, Huttons was started by Tanya Hutton and remains a welcoming family business. It has recently undergone a significant extension and refurbishment which, in addition to its core hair salon services, has allowed the creation of dedicated facilities for the fitting of wigs and hairpieces so clients experiencing any type of hair loss can choose a hairpiece in complete comfort and privacy. Family and friends are welcome, as choosing new hair can be very sensitive. Tanya said: “Over the past few years some of our clients were coming to us struggling with many types of hair loss and conditions such as genetic thinning of the hair, alopecia and hair loss due to cancer, so we wanted to find solutions to try to help. “We work closely with www.mynewhair.org which is a charitable organisation created by top hairdresser Trevor Sorbie MBE to raise awareness of the issues around hair loss and offer solutions and advice to patients. “The aim is to offer the highest standards of products and customer care with a compassionate and caring approach.” Huttons is on Glenmoor Road, West Parley. It is warm and welcoming with free parking and they also have a full range of beauty products to complete the hairdressing side. Please telephone and speak to Tanya to arrange a free, no obligation consultation.

Bishop Samuel and his wife Sentina (centre) with (L-R) Rotary President Derek Radley; Vanessa Herrick, Rector of Wimborne Minster; Sheila Soper; Chris Tebbutt, Rector of Canford Magna and Rural Dean of Wimborne; and Rotary President Elect Alan Griffiths

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WHAT SMALL BUSINESSES WANT

FROM NEW GOVERNMENT In the first survey of small business owners to be conducted since the 2015 UK General Election, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) reveals results from 2,327 small firms

he FSB research found well over a third (35%) of the businesses questioned wanted a sustained economic recovery to be the top priority for the new Conservative Government in the next parliament.   Neil Eames, Development Manager for the Federation of Small Businesses, said: “This response from FSB members shows first and foremost businesses want stability and certainty. This requires putting public finances on a sound footing, and then for Ministers to give a comprehensive vision for how they will support enterprise followed by a clear timetable for when they will deliver it.”   Other important priorities for business owners were lowering the cost of doing business and ensuring

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growth in every nation and region of the UK.   When asked what issues they would like the Government to focus on over the next five years, well over half (53%) said they wanted Ministers to reduce the regulatory burden on business, with simplification of the tax system a close second on 51%. Business owners were also clear that reforming business rates and improving the employability of young people were important benchmarks for the next five years.   As part of the survey, FSB members were also asked to say how confident they are the new Government will deliver for small businesses. Many appeared positive with half (51%) saying they are either confident or very confident. However, with over a quarter (28%) claiming to be either unconfident or

very unconfident, Ministers will have to move quickly to demonstrate that they will truly do all they can to back small business.   Neil Eames, added: “Today’s wide ranging research sends a very clear message on what small businesses want from the new Government – a supportive, light touch tax and regulatory environment in which to grow their business, creating prosperity and jobs. Over the five years of this Parliament, our member’s top priorities are to lighten the burdens of regulation and tax, reform broken business rates, support the development and skills of young people, and improve broadband and mobile connectivity. We look forward to meeting with Ministers to discuss how we can help make this happen and continue to foster the economic conditions which allow enterprise to flourish.”

Neal Eames

TOP TEN ISSUES SMALL BUSINESSES WANT NEW GOVERNMENT TO FOCUS ON IN NEXT FIVE YEARS: • Reduce regulatory burden (53%) • Introduce a more simplified tax system (51%) • Reform business rates (44%) • Improve the employability skills of young people (41%) • Deliver improved broadband / mobile connectivity (39%) • Help UK small businesses to create more jobs (34%) • Tackle late payments (33%) • Lower energy costs for businesses (30%) • Ensure better access to finance (28%) • Increase investment in infrastructure (26%) Further details on what FSB would like from the 2015-20 Government can be found in their Business Manifesto and on the www.ibacksmallbusiness.com/ website.

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Lacey

Lightfoot anthology available this month The anthology by the winning authors in the 2014 mags4dorset creative writing competition is due to be released on 19 June 2015 and is available for preorder now. ‘Lacey Lightfoot goes to…’ will be in ebook format and will be downloadable for £1.99. The 10 stories will thrill, amuse and possibly even terrify readers as Lacey goes on her exploits around the world. Check www.amazon.co.uk for full details. All royalties from the sales of this ebook will be donated to the mags4dorset charity of the year Relay for Life Cancer Research UK, so get reading.

Pretty in pink Phyllis Dawes celebrated her 100th birthday at Colten Care’s Fernhill care home last month. Relatives from as far afield as Wales travelled to Longham for the celebrations. Chef Gary Parsons cooked a birthday cake with pink icing - Phyllis’ favourite colour - and staff joined in a rendition of ‘Happy Birthday.’ Phyllis, who received a congratulatory card from The Queen, took the landmark birthday in her stride saying: “I’ve had a wonderful time.”

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CROWDS THRONG:

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LEVI ROOTS

sings his song!

Christchurch Food Festival's Market was the place to be on 9-10 May as thousands descended on the town to experience the delights of the 16th annual Food Festival. The festival market was expanded with the addition of a festival village at Christchurch Quay, which also drew huge crowds eager to soak up the atmosphere, browse the stalls, choose some food and drink, listen to music and watch the demonstrations.

CROWDS IN THE HIGH STREET

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Levi Roots was the star of Saturday when he entertained with three full demonstrations cooking some Caribbean recipes and even getting the audience to join in with his Reggae Reggae song. Sunday’s demonstrations included Masterchef contestant Dean Edwards and the festival’s patron, Lesley Waters, who was joined in her first session by Alex Aitken. Sunday also saw the Family Fun Day opposite The Kings Arms with lots of activities for children as well as more food stalls. Vicki Hallam, Chairman of the Food Festival Committee, said: “We had a really fantastic time at the festival market and the festival village. Having the two sites worked

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very well as the festival is so popular now that it meant that crowds could spread out a bit. “The village on the Quomps at Christchurch Quay had a great atmosphere and it was the perfect place for our demonstration theatre. All of the chefs complimented us on its position. “We have had so many messages of thanks from traders who did great business, some of them saying that they had sold out of all their stock on both days. The festival really does go from strength to strength but it could only happen with the help of all our sponsors and the volunteers who get involved in stewarding all through the weekend. I would like to thank every one of them for their sterling efforts.”

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Dorset County Council seat shake up Proposals for an extra Dorset County Council seat are out for consultation. The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking people to comment on its draft proposals for new county council division boundaries. An eight-week public consultation on the recommendations is open to anyone who wants to have their say on new county council electoral divisions, division boundaries and division names across Dorset and will end on 6 July 2015.

The Commission’s draft recommendations are that there should be 46 county councillors in the future, one more than at present. The recommendations also outline how those councillors should represent 34 single-member divisions and six two-member divisions across the county. The full recommendations and detailed interactive maps are available on the Commission’s website at www. consultation.lgbce.org.uk and www. lgbce.org.uk. Hard copies of the

Commission’s report and maps will also be available to view at council buildings and libraries.

SEND COMMENTS TO The Review Officer (Dorset) LGBCE 14th floor, Millbank Tower London SW1P 4QP Or email: reviews@lgbce.org.uk

The mayor, Vanessa Ricketts and Chris Allen

Ferndown Town Council celebrates move Signed sealed and delivered - Ferndown Town Council is now welcoming residents to its new offices in the Barrington Centre

own Mayor Cllr Mike Parkes and the Chairman of the Barrington Centre, Chris Allen, signed the lease for the three rooms which form the new offices. The ceremony was watched by town council staff who have have been in the new premises since 8 April. Enquiries at the new offices have trebled compared to when the council was based at King George V Pavilion. Town clerk Vanessa Ricketts said: “The town council is in a far better place to serve the residents and we can provide a better service for them. It is important that democracy is seen in action.” The Mayor added: “It is wonderful to have the council in the centre of the town, something which I have wanted to achieve for the 17 years I have been a councillor. Chris Allen explained: “The Barrington Centre is for the community so it is the perfect place for the town council. I am delighted they are now here.” Council meetings will be held in the conference room at the Barrington where the town crest is to be displayed as a sign of civic pride.

Vacancy The Town Council has a 3 vacancies (Central Ward, Central North and Ferndown Links Wards) which will be filled by co-option. Anyone who wishes to be considered for a vacancy should write or email the Town Clerk by Monday 29 June 2015

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DEER CRUELLY SLAUGHTERED FOR ‘FUN’ “Deer are being slaughtered by dogs as part of an illegal sport or poached for their meat,” Dorset Police’s Wildlife Co-Ordinator, Inspector Steve Marsh The shocking discovery of nine deer carcasses found by members of the public reflects an increase in this kind of wildlife crime in the county. Seven were found at the bottom of Randalls Hill near Lytchett Minster and another two had been dumped at the Slough Lane bridle path near Frenches Farm, Upton. All nine deer had dog bites on their rears, their insides removed and throats cut. Police Sergeant Jane Mooney, of Purbeck’s Safer Neighbourhood Team, said: “These cruel wildlife attacks appear to have been carried out for ‘fun’ as there are no signs of butchering.”

Inspector Marsh added: “I would like to reassure the public that, together with partner agencies, we are taking these crimes extremely seriously and will prosecute offenders accordingly. “We currently have robust patrols in targeted areas and can only ask that the public remain vigilant to such crimes and come forward with any information.” If you witness a suspected wildlife crime in action call 999 immediately and ask for the police. Further information in helping to fight wildlife crime can be found at www.nwcu.police.uk

Deer carcasses, found at Randalls Hill near Lytchett Minster

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CALL FOR COMMUNITY TO BACK BARRINGTON Ferndown residents are being asked to champion their community centre By Liz Turner

he Barrington Centre and Theatre is busier than it has been for years but success has brought with it additional costs which had not been anticipated. Now local groups and bands which use the centre are rallying round to raise money, including Ringwood and Burley Band which gave a concert in the theatre on 24 May to help fund essential soundproofing work . Despite the Barrington being owned by East Dorset District Council, it is run by Ferndown Community Association, a registered charity, which is having to fund half of the work.

Centre Manager Andy Bryant is now appealing for help to support the building. The theatre, which seats 255 people, or over 400 standing, was designed for community use including live music. A PRS licence was granted for amplified music performances, despite the fact that there was no soundproofing system. The Barrington Theatre is now a popular venue for bands hosting tribute acts and live events on an almost weekly basis. This has resulted in a noise pollution complaint directly to the Environmental Health at EDDC. Andy Bryant explained: “It seems like we’ve become a victim of our own success. The live acts are very popular and are making money. Many residents living close to the Barrington attend the shows and are extremely supportive. Unfortunately the building was not built in the same way as a modern theatre and the acoustic insulation wasn’t considered. As a result, we have had to install an extensive acoustic wall at the back of the stage and an acoustic ceiling.” This cost was £23,500 and while EDDC has paid half, The Barrington has to

fund the remainder and this unexpected bill is causing concern. Andy explained: “This is something we had never foreseen or planned for. This acoustic work had to be completed or we would have been placed into a licence review with the extremely real threat of being closed. The Community Centre aspect of the building does not generate enough revenue to keep the building open and the 15 staff members employed. We need the music to bring in revenue. “We currently receive a grant from Ferndown Town Council and from EDDC but due to funding restrictions these have an uncertain future. These grants are to help towards general running costs but in actuality don’t even cover our electricity bill.” Absolutely WI in Ferndown has already made a generous donation towards these costs and Harmony Twist are also planning a fund-raising show in August. “We have only started.” Andy added. “The next step needed to bring the building up to the modern standard expected to attract the headline acts and bigger shows, to secure the future of the centre, is to install a new stage floor and new LED lighting which will cost around £20,000. The current floor is only a temporary ply board covering which was put down over 10 years ago. “We need increased support from the entire community and we would like to invite anyone to help us bring this amazing community facility into the future. If you think you can help please get in touch.”

Andy Bryant on stage during soundproofing work

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Get your dog micro chipped

Alpaca surprise at Parley

FOR FREE

An adorable baby alpaca took everyone by surprised when she emerged without warning

Owners can have their dogs micro-chipped for free at an event in Wareham on 10 June

o one at Parley Golf and Equestrian centres realised that mum Alex was pregnant until baby Petal, was spotted in a field. Fit and healthy the cria, is now living with three adults on the Parley Court estate, which is situated opposite Bournemouth Airport and enjoying all the attention from visitors. Jane Wyatt, who runs the equestrian centre, said: “We have the alpacas as pets really and the visitors love to see them. I only learned that the mother had given birth when one of the staff came

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and asked if I knew we had a baby alpaca in the field. “I rushed down there and couldn’t believe it. She was healthy and her mum was looking after her well.”

Alpacas - Vicugna pacos in Latin - are from South America and are part of the camel family.

Bring Your Dog To Work Day is an annual nationwide event that raises money for charities dedicated to making a difference to the welfare of dogs. On Friday 26 June, businesses from across the UK will welcome their dog loving employees into the workplace, along with their loyal four-legged companions, all in the name of charity. All proceeds this year go to

Margaret Green Animal Rescue will be offering the service between 11am to 3pm at the Recreation Ground, Worgret Road, Wareham. The event has been organised by Purbeck District Council and environment manager Richard Conway explained: “Dog micro-chipping will become compulsory in 2016 for all dogs, so why not take advantage of this event and get your dog chipped for free.” He continued: “Margaret Green Animal Rescue ran a dog chipping event for us in Upton in April where almost 50 dogs were micro-chipped. Having your dog micro-chipped is one of the best ways to increase its chances of getting home if lost or stolen.” Helen Chittock, manager at Margaret Green’s Lincoln Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre for Dogs, said: “We are very pleased to be able to offer this free micro-chipping and would urge anybody that hasn’t yet had their dog micro-chipped to come and see us on the day. “It is so important to us to help local owners and their dogs – having your pet micro-chipped gives that extra peace of mind should something happen”. The law also states that all dogs must wear a collar and tag, with their owner’s name, address and telephone number.

dog rescue charity All Dogs Matter, a charity that rehomes hundreds of dogs every year in London and Norfolk. As well as raising funds for a cause, Bring Your Dog to Work Day could have some positive benefits for employee productivity and wellbeing. Above all, the day promises to be a lot of fun for all those involved. It’s time to give your dog a job!

In addition, many scientific studies have concluded that the presence of pets can substantially reduce a person’s stress level in the workplace. Increased job satisfaction, team co-operation and morale have all been reported in employees that spend the workday with their pets. These featured businesses already take their dogs to work every day and wouldn’t be without them. Join them on 26 June and make sure your dog has his or her day.

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CHARITY OF THE YEAR:

RELAY FOR LIFE 11-12 July Outside Ferndown Leisure Centre

Dear Readers

Cancer Research UK (CRUK)is the only charity researching into all 200 types of cancer. Our research is pioneering and it is life saving. This year it was announced that 1 in 2 of us will get cancer but this has a lot to do with being an ageing population where

cancer becomes more likely. This figure also highlights the urgent need for better diagnostics, treatments and early diagnosis. However the future is positive and more of us do beat cancer than ever before. Our vision is to increase survival rates to 3 in 4 in the next 20 years, we set out this bold new strategy last year and it sees great ambition in accelerating progress. But there is so much more to do and CRUK cannot do it alone Locally to Ferndown & Bournemouth & East Dorset Relay For Life, patients

often travel to Southampton for treatment / diagnosis and for clinical trials (where needed). Clinical trials are at the heart of our research and they are the last stage in the research journey before a drug can become standard treatment. CRUK is currently supporting over 100 trials at Southampton. This centre is your closest centre for research into beating cancer. Relay for Life is a volunteer led event in aid of CRUK. Teams register to take part and fund-raise in the lead up to the weekend and cancer survivors attend as guests of honour. The event is a celebration of the

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communities fund-raising and throughout the weekend those present celebrate life, remember those they have lost to cancer and join together to have fun, make new friends and unite to beat cancer. Ask yourself today: what is Relay? Understand it and go and talk about it to your friends or family - they could be our next team Nobody at CRUK underestimates the challenges that have to be overcome; the years ahead will transform the outlook for anyone affected by cancer It is an exciting time to be close to Cancer Research UK and we hope that today you consider being part of our united force. Let’s change the future, now.

Shelley Davis Senior Local fundraising Manager, Dorset and The Channel Islands Cancer Research UK Join Relay For Life today 01202 537624

If you want to feel and look your best, visit Ferndown Leisure Centre. With great facilities and loads of activities, there is something for the whole family

ick-start your new healthy living programme with a gym only membership at £19.99 per month. The benefits are unlimited use of the gym, a gym induction, 100% money back guarantee, and short-term commitment. The Centre also prides itself with friendly staff who are happy to offer help and advice. Martyn Rice, Fitness Manager at Ferndown Leisure Centre, explains, “Regular exercise reduces stress and makes people

feel better about themselves. We also have a swim only membership for those who enjoy the water at the great price of £23 per month.” Did you know? 30 minutes of swimming at a steady pace burns 200 calories. Swimming increases fitness levels and can help you lose weight. The Centre’s swim membership entitles you to use SWIMTAG, a fantastic way to track your swimming information, including calories burned, distance swum, and speed etc to help keep you motivated.

To find out more contact a customer advisor at Ferndown Leisure Centre on 01202 877468 or email deanadudman@pfpleisure.org | www.ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk

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QE School proud to be purple When it came to supporting English teacher Julia Collins the community at Queen Elizabeth School in Wimborne has proved it is first class Mrs Collins, who has been teaching at QE for more than a decade, was diagnosed with renal failure over three years ago. Due to the unwavering support from the school and Headteacher Martin McLeman, she has continued to work whilst administering dialysis for 10 hours every night at home. Together with 6,000 others in the UK, she has been on the Kidney Transplant waiting list for the past three years – this list accounts for 90% of the people waiting for organ transplantation. However, due to the shortage of donors, fewer than 3,000 kidney transplants take place every year. The student council were keen to support Mrs Collins when she decided to take part in Kidney Research UK’s London Bridges fund-raising walk in July and decided to hold an nonuniform day. However, before the fundraising event took place, Mrs Collins received the call she had been waiting for and received a new kidney at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth on 19 March. The guest of honour at the non-uniform day was naturally Mrs Collins who was well enough to join staff and students dressed in purple, the charity’s colour. So far, £1,000 has been raised for photographs on their fund-raising day.

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Mr McLeman said:“The school is delighted to support such a worthy cause. We hope that the awareness of the charity raised amongst our school community by this non-uniform day ensures that further funds are raised to support the vital research that is constantly improving kidney patient care.” Mrs Collins was delighted with the support from Queen Elizabeth’s School and is determined to raise as much as possible to help others suffering from renal failure. Anyone who wishes to donate can do so through her JustGiving page.

Supporting the charity at QE – Julia Collins is fifth from the left at the back

Coalition government at St Mary’s Pupils and staff from St Mary’s CE First School in West Moors took part in an election special at the Houses of Parliament As the votes of the 2015 General Election were still being counted, year 4 pupils experienced a ‘mini’ election of their own. Political party lines were drawn as each ‘party’ of children drafted their own manifestos before campaigning began. The ‘Red Saints’ emerged victorious with their pledges to ban smoking and give more aid to developing nations. However no overall majority was reached and a coalition ‘government’ was formed between ‘Red Saints’ and ‘Golden Keepers’. Leader of the ‘Red Saints’ and new prime minister, Megan, vowed to run the country in accordance with the school motto – ‘Believe in better and be more AWESOME!’

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Doorstep to school with new bus network A new strategy by the day and boarding school Moyles Court, to bring its outstanding individualised education to more families, has delivered fee reductions and a new transport network. The school’s transport network will be expanded from September to cover a wider area with six routes. Buses will now extend as far as Lyndhurst and Lymington, Totton, Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne and South Wiltshire. And, explained Bursar Geraldine Smith, “We will design the transport provision around families’ needs. If any child cannot be served by any of the bus routes we will provide a doorstep-to-school service to ensure that transport is not an obstacle.The heavily subsidised

service will cost far less than bringing your children to school by car and will help working families cope with their busy lives.” Headteacher Richard Milner-Smith concluded: “Moyles Court does what small schools do best. Every child here is known and with small class sizes and a committed, experienced team of teaching professionals, pupils are able to develop in a caring, disciplined and supportive environment. With our reduced fees and subsidised bus network we hope to be able to make such a wonderful environment more accessible for many more families.”

Sunny outlook at 3LX A new outdoor learning environment has been created at Three Legged Cross First School after it was awarded £3,000 from the 3LX Solar Fund. There is an area for the children to use at playtimes where they are able to learn about the nature and wildlife around them. It can also be a space that children can sit in during breaktimes if they wish to have a more relaxed break. Children are being encouraged to take care of the area, joining in the maintenance of the garden, learning how to grow their own plants and vegetables and to appreciate the natural environment around them.

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The best kept streets in town THE MINSTER HAS SHRUNK! Standing in the sensory garden are volunteer gardeners at Wimborne Model Town Rex Hurdle and Valda Young with Laura Wardman, Dorset Blind Association fund-raiser, Alan Dean, Jannine Loveys and Greg Hoar, General Manager of the model town

Blind donation HANDED OVER IN SENSORY GARDEN Alan Dean MBE from the Rotary Club of Ferndown handed over a cheque to Dorset Blind Association on 19 May. The £285 was raised by Rotary members who flew through the air on a zip wire and was in addition to £1,000 already raised for the charity by the club. The Dorset Blind Association helps thousands of people every month and it costs £325 a year to support each member with vital services including social and activity clubs as well as home-visiting volunteers. The association has 23 clubs around Dorset and was chosen by Ferndown Rotary to receive the donation because Alan Dean’s wife Vera has macular degeneration. Alan has also spent the last three years project managing the creation of the sensory garden at the Model Town, where the presentation took place. Jannine Loveys, Community and Events Fund-raiser for Dorset Blind Association thanked the Rotary Club for their generous donation.

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Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a giant?

Congratulations

Alma!

mags4dorset would like to congratulate Alma Pulford on reaching her 103rd birthday on 19 May Born in the same year that Scott and his team reached the South Pole only to find that Amundsen had beaten them to it, she arrived in this world just a month after the Titanic went down. Alma is the mother in-law of Janine Pulford, (editor of 4Dorset) and Ben and Louis’ Nannan. She has four children, Janice, Gilly, Nicholas (married to Janine) and Robert and she was married to the single most important figure in the history of the British film poster: Eric Pulford who died in 2005. Alma was as spritely on her birthday as she was 20 years ago and enjoyed a small family get together.

A visit to Wimborne Model Town with its one tenth scale models will thrust that feeling of greatness upon you. Built well over 50 years ago, the little town continues to surprise and amaze visitors. And when you’ve exhausted looking for the ‘little people’ you can relax in the sensory garden or take another trip down memory lane at the model railway.

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Janine Pulford meets

Barbara Fowler The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step, Lao Tzu

Over the last 17 years I’ve interviewed many inspirational people, and Barbara Fowler is no exception. Not because she runs her own business, women in business are not unusual these days, but because of her age when she decided to set it up and the sentimentality behind it. Barbara says: “Women tend to put their own dreams to one side, they get married and have a family. I did. “It was more important to bring up my daughter and get her a good education and help my husband David run his business. Eventually when all those boxes were ticked, I thought now it’s time for me to have my dream.” And have it she did - in her early 60s when most people look forward to slowing down, Barbara founded Internet-based company mybabylog.com.

“I am a fighter” Now at 66 she has seen her dream become reality. Her company mybabylog.com is thriving and she sells products worldwide. Yet she doesn’t see herself as exceptional, “I am a fighter. I came out of my mother’s womb with a pair of boxing gloves on and have been battling my way ever since. I believe you can do anything if you set your mind to it. You must never give up. Never give in. Never take ‘no’ for an answer.” Even so, her family comes first and that is very much the inspiration behind the business. “At the end of the day that’s all that matters. That’s what we’re here for. That’s what we do and as you get older, I think you want to hand down some memories.”

Memory chest for keepsakes

She shows me a mybabylog memory chest for saving those little keepsakes new parents treasure. Inside the chest are boxes for ‘my baby teeth’, ‘my first lock of hair’ and ‘my hospital ID band.’ I still have those items for my children but they’re scattered around the house - a memory chest would have been a much better idea. There’s also space for many other ‘firsts’ including ‘my first heartbeat’ and ‘my first hand and footprint’- a couple of extras that Barbara offers. She is also an agent for Steiff teddy bears and sells ‘My first Steiff’. If these boxes had been available when my boys were little, I can think of many more items I would have stored. As humans we seem to be hard wired to be sentimental.

And Barbara is more so than most because framed and hanging on her lounge wall are her daughter’s first plaits; Siobhan now has two children of her own Noah (5) and Isla (3) and of course Barbara dotes on them too.

“I want to do it for philanthropy”

But to step out of domestic bliss and take up an Internet-based challenge in her later years when, by her own admission she is comfortably off, was a brave thing to do. It was a steep learning curve and Barbara gives credit where it’s due, “David is much better than I am [using the Internet]. I could not do this without him. He also helps with the paperwork.” And she explains, “I am not doing this for the money. I am doing this because it’s a dream. I want to do it for philanthropy. I want to be able to help sick babies and would ultimately like to set up a charity.”

Don’t slow down just because you’re retired

She also wants to inspire older people and adds, “A lot of people come to Bournemouth to retire. If you slow down and walk the beach, you won’t get the best out of life. A lot of people have ideas and they’ll never do anything about them. I want people to succeed. If I can do it, they can do it.” She uses the analogy of taking one step at a time to climb Mount Everest to illustrate her own journey to success. “If you set your mind to it, you can do anything,” she says.

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Age is an advantage

So is age an advantage? “Yes. I have been around the block a few times and lived in four different countries. This all adds to a broader outlook on life. After all, most of the world leaders are all older, wiser people. Why, even Hillary Clinton is hoping to become the first woman president of the United States at 66 – the same age as me. She has great life experience, so I do see age as an advantage.”

Is there time for anything else? I ask Barbara what she does in her spare time, fully expecting her to say she flakes out on the sofa. Far from it: “I work on my children’s stories, swim 50-60 lengths twice a week, attend weekly aqua classes, love walking our boxer puppy Lottie, and spend quality time with David, Siobhan, Paul, Noah and Isla. Life is good and I am very grateful.”

A box filled with love

I’m beginning to think Barbara is supergran and have to blink away an image of

her in a shiny red cape as I realise she’s still talking and telling me the reason why she started mybabylog. com: “To know I am helping people to value, save and treasure precious memories, which one day their children will really appreciate.” Then she adds, “Just imagine being gifted a box filled with love on your 18th birthday.” And her sentimentality shines through making me realise how a little more of this emotion would go a long way to making the world a better place. There will be a follow-up to this story in either July or August 4Dorset, but we are not able to reveal any more details at the moment. Keep an eye on our website and Facebook for any mags4leaks!

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WIN A MYBABYLOG MEMORY CHEST

Barbara Fowler founder of mybabylog.com has kindly offered one babylog memory chest as a prize along with a ‘My 1st Heartbeat’ and a ‘Treasured Memories – inkless Hand and Footprint kit.’ The winner can choose the colour of their box from pink, blue or coffee and cream. All you have to do for a chance to win is answer the following question: What make of bears can you buy from mybabylog.com?

Enter at www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to: mybabylog competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN by 12 June 2015. The first correct answer drawn will be the winner. Employees of Page & Pulford Ltd are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The winner must be agreeable to be photographed for publicity purposes when receiving their prize.

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60,000 What a turnout for AFC Bournemouth’s victory open top bus parade along the seafront on 4 May. Originally planned to celebrate the Cherries’ promotion to the Premier League, (a first in its 116 year history), it got bumped to a victory tour after they also secured the Sky Bet Championship title on 2 May. What a dream fulfilled for manager Eddie Howe who wanted to see the Cherries lift the trophy. And lift it they did in front of an estimated 60,000 supporters who cheered them from pier to pier.

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By Janine Pulford The Mayor of Bournemouth Chris Mayne said, “What a truly fitting way to recognise the monumental achievement of the Cherries and where better to celebrate that success than right here on a world class beach in a world class resort enhanced by the town’s reputation with having a Premier League football team.” Chairman of the club, Jeff Mostyn added, “What an amazing turnout. What a long journey we’ve had together. Six years ago we were on the abyss of division two and what Eddie Howe and his team Eddie, Jason, Simon and this wonderful group of

players have done is brought us to the promised land of the Premier League.” The promotion has put the town in the spotlight. Long time supporter David Wilkinson said, “There’s a misconception about Bournemouth that it’s a little club, but we have a large population to draw on from the surrounding areas, which are relatively affluent. The Premiership attracts a theatre crowd and we have that in the area.“ Fan Gary Schneider added, “This is a chance of a lifetime and we must make the most of it and enjoy it. It’s inspirational for the local kids.” Youngest su pporter © Paradox Ph otography

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CHERRIES CELEBRATE PROMOTION INTO PREMIER LEAGUE FANS CELEBRATE l-r David Wilkinson, Gary Schneider and his son Jamie

ooking forward, manager Eddie Howe He considers the fans have a greater recognises big changes ahead. “It’s empathy with him because he has come been great to see the Bournemouth from the local area “and certainly I am name being talked about around the really as everyone knows very fond of not world. The focus we know now is only Bournemouth but Verwood and the going to be very intense.” He’s unsure if he surrounding towns which are beautiful places and the players are prepared for the scrutiny to live and bring up families. I have a huge they will now come under with every comment amount of time for everything that those towns and every move being themselves have given me analysed. “But I think it goes and for the upbringing I’ve with the territory. I am quite had in my life.” a private guy and like to do Bournemouth is now we’ll need to build a my work on the training pitch. gearing itself up for the different team next Even I will recognise that to a additional revenue the certain degree that’s going to Premier League will generate. season to secure have to change and I’m going Des Simmons, MD of success whatever to have to get used to that.” Bournecoast and Chairman that is at Premier He sees his long-term of the Bournemouth Tourism future at Bournemouth and is Management Board (BTMB) League level determined to keep the best says the club’s promotion players at the club and says will give a golden opportunity “I’m very focused on trying for Bournemouth businesses to achieve success here and and a global identity to the build another team, because we’ll need to town because of the league’s appeal across build a different team next season to secure the world. “People will want to know about success whatever that is at Premier League AFC Bournemouth and the town. There will level.” be some challenges along the way but we And being a local lad who played for the are confident we are ready for this fantastic youth team in Verwood, Howe adds, “I was opportunity,” he said. passionate about managing Burnley and Meanwhile AFC Bournemouth is having to now I’m very passionate about managing invest in bringing Goldsands Stadium at Dean Bournemouth.” Court up to Premier League standards.

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ollowing on from the success of last year’s event, the Rotary Club of Ferndown has been busy organising this summer’s free day out for all the family. With stalls, a classic car display, novelty dog show and a full day’s entertainment in the bandstand including singers and dancers drawn from across the country and London’s West End, the event promises to be bigger and better than in 2014 and will of course include a variety of food stalls and real ales to whet the whistle. George Phillips, president elect of the Rotary Club of Ferndown says, “Entrance is free and all profits go to charity. Put the date in your diary now. I look forward to seeing you there.”

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FERNDOWN’S BIG GIG Last year, Ferndown’s Big Gig followed the national initiative to bring live music into more local venues and expose some of the great local talent to new audiences, and to support local charities. Promoter Cllr Steve Lugg is hoping to raise money for Help the Homeless and Victim No More with four events during the week of 6-12 July 2015, and hopes to develop a mini Cultural Festival for 2016.

Steve said, “This is an opportunity to raise funds for two of the most vital charities in the area, and have fun times out whatever your age, with all events being free! Why wouldn’t you join in?”

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Band Night at the Heatherlands Centre, with sounds from Derek Colman.

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Themed literary event Talk:Talk in Ferndown Library during the usual monthly coffee morning 10am-noon. Best selling author Della Galton, prolific author David Hough and editor/ author/ publisher Janine Pulford will talk about their writing experiences with extracts from their works. This is an event not to be missed and will include poetry readings and a possible best selling saga author, yet unconfirmed.

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‘Stripped Down’, an intimate evening of song at the bar in the Barrington Centre.

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‘Big Gig’ at the Pure Drop Inn on Sunday, 12 July from 7.30pm, with local artist and radio presenter Paul Kinvig headlining. Sound for the Big Gig is kindly provided by Timbrewulf. For up to the minute details visit Ferndown’s Big Gig on Facebook, or contact the venues direct. Victim No More http://www.victimnomoreuk.org/ Help the Homeless Bournemouth https://www.facebook.com/ helpthehomelessinbournemouth

MJP Law receive award recognition by The Law Society MJP Law has received a Lexcel Award from the Law Society Lexcel is awarded for excellence in legal practice management and client care and is awarded when a law firm can prove that they provide flexible, supportive management framework, are operationally efficient, can manage risk effectively, reduce costs, promote profitability as well as excellent customer satisfaction and customer care. Lexcel sets the required Standard in seven different areas: structure and strategy, financial management, information management, people management, risk management, client care, file and case

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Have a Romp with Chaucer Wonderfully, joyously and humorously bawdy the Wessex Actors Company introduces Canterbury Tales – Chaucer made modern at the Barrington Centre in Ferndown on Saturday 25 July at 7.30pm. A not to be missed treat. Tickets £12, Children £8. Call 01202 894858 or book on line at www.barringtoncentre.co.uk

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Swan Jewellers Established in 2010, this friendly and helpful jewellers in the centre of Ferndown offers a large range of modern and classic jewellery and gift ideas to cater for many age groups and tastes. Repairs are carried out in-house including rethreading of beads and Swan Jewellers can help get your clocks and watches ticking again. House calls can be arranged to service bigger timepieces. Swan Jewellers also purchases collectibles from clocks, watches, retro vintage timepieces and militaria as well as gold and silver. With 20 years experience herself and lots more from her staff, Sherry Swan and her team will always make time for you.

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Happy Shopping at Sweet Xpressions Sweet Xpressions opened in May last year and aims to provide a welcoming friendly shopping environment. There’s an extensive range of greeting cards and sweets that can take you for a trip down Memory Lane! You will also find a variety of gift ideas from chocolate shoes to wall signs! Happy Shopping!

Genuine Italian Atmosphere Opened 10 years ago in Ringwood Road, Ferndown, Lorenzo’s deli and coffee shop ‘The Merchant of Venice’ offers a wide variety of freshly made baguettes, sandwiches and tasty home cooked food. Open from 7am to 3pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 2pm on Saturday. You can be assured of a warm welcome and excellent coffee in a genuine Italian atmosphere.

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To make a donation to the DEC Nepal Earthquake Appeal visit: www.dec.org.uk, call the 24 hour hotline on 0370 60 60 900, donate over the counter at any high street bank or post office, or send a cheque payable to ‘DEC’ and mail to ‘PO Box 999, London, EC3A 3AA’. You can also donate £5 by texting the word SUPPORT to 70000.

he two earthquakes which have devastated Nepal have been especially poignant to students at The Arnewood School in New Milton which has close links with the country and its children. Six years ago the school raised thousands of pounds for a new primary school in Nepal and even helped build it themselves. So when news of the Nepalese disasters broke, the thoughts of those at Arnewood immediately turned to that small sister school they helped to create. Fortunately the school, although damaged, survived the quake. But the charity DCWC Nepal, which Arnewood had worked with to get the school open, has lost a number of its other school buildings. So to continue its support, staff and students organised a fund-raising day and have so far raised £2,463 for DCWC Nepal and its bid to re-open the schools. Students wore non-school uniform in return for a donation, held cake sales and paid for the chance to throw water at teachers in the stocks. Head of school, Nigel Pressnell, said: “Nepal holds a very special place in all our hearts.

From top left to right - Lee Giffard, Keith Bellamy, Marcus Hill, Neil Brice and from bottom left to right - Phil Clack, Tim Marsh, Simon Forster

“In 2010 a group of our students went to Nepal to help build and open the school; we were so proud to see it up and running. “When we heard of the earthquake disaster our thoughts immediately turned to that school and the others our friends at DCWC Nepal have helped to open. “We were relieved that our school had survived the worst of the quake but we were deeply saddened to hear of the other schools that had been destroyed. “That devastating news made us all determined to raise as much money as possible to help DCWC Nepal on the path to re-building the schools again.” In June 2009 trustees of DCWC Nepal visited Arnewood to raise awareness about the country and begin fundraising for a new school. By the end of 2009 more than £4,000 had been raised and the new Baikaplik Primary school was officially opened by a group of Arnewood students in the summer of 2010. Arnewood also later contributed to the school’s library extension. DCWC (Development of Children and Women Centre Nepal) was established in 2003 to help the poor women and children of Nepal by providing educational and health facilities. Since that time the charity has gone onto build 15 schools and a hospital in various rural areas of Nepal.

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en Hampshire firefighters have returned from Nepal after being deployed as part of the UK International Search and Rescue (UK-ISAR) team helping the recover country recover after the first devastating earthquake on 25 April. Members of the UK-ISAR team, including Hampshire firefighters, focused efforts into search and rescue, travelling into remote areas to carry out needs assessments and they managed to stabilise hospital buildings so that they could be put back into use. Lee Giffard, who deployed as part of Hampshire’s urban search and rescue team said: “When we arrived it was just a scene of devastation. There were lots of people who were injured and so many who had lost their homes. “Our first priority was to search for and rescue anyone we could - you live in hope that you might find someone. We met local people who were very welcoming, and took comfort in us being there. They were extremely humble and seemed to be resilient to what had happened.” The Department for International Development deployed a team of more than 60 search and rescue responders and medical experts to support the relief effort in Nepal. The Hampshire team left the UK on Sunday 26 April and returned just before the second earthquake struck. Tim Marsh, who was also deployed from Hampshire said: “It’s such a privilege to be part of Hampshire’s USAR team. We have specialist training which allows us to respond to extraordinary incidents here in Hampshire and other places around the world. It’s training you hope you never have to use, but when you do, you just hope it makes a difference.”  Hampshire’s urban search and rescue team have previously been deployed to the earthquakes in Haiti and New Zealand, and the Tsunami in Japan. © Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service

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£25 can provide clean water for four families for one month | £50 can feed a family for two weeks | £100 can provide emergency shelter for five families

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EAT OUT ON US Eating out is as popular today as it always has been. Many restaurants and pubs are reporting that business is actually up on the last few years as more people decide to dine out

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- with busier lifestyles, we are often pressed for time so eating out is the perfect solution. Think of the time you save by not having to shop, find a recipe that everyone loves and then spend ages in the kitchen cooking.

Dining out is easier

- there’s no need to learn to cook favourite dishes (which will probably never be as good as the food prepared by professional chefs). Everyone can be happy as they can choose their own meal rather than the poor cook at home trying to create food that everyone likes. Trying to please everyone is hard work – all you need to do is go and select something off the menu at your favourite restaurant and everyone will enjoy their meal.

Treat yourself

- dressing up to go out or just taking the family to a welcoming pub can be something to look forward to. It’s also great to go out to celebrate, or say ‘I love you’ or ‘thank you’. You can be waited on and feel special. And of course, there’s no washing up to do or kitchen to tidy, and that is a wonderful feeling.

Brighten up your day

- eating out can make the dullest day seem better. Or if you’ve had a bad day at work, relaxing with a glass of wine and your favourite meal can make everything feel fine again.

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- dining out is a wonderful chance to try out new dishes and cuisine from around the world all prepared and cooked by chefs skilled in creating authentic tastes. Discover new flavours and try something different.

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Tasty tip – try The Fish Inn’s famous Sunday roast, a choice of topside of beef, leg of pork or leg of lamb and plenty of fresh vegetables served from 12 noon, There’s even gluten free gravy so everyone can make Sunday special.

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- enjoy being out with your family and friends and relax as you sit around the table without having to rush in and out of the kitchen, preparing and serving food. With so many pubs providing entertainment as well, the children will have great fun, making it a meal out to remember. So next time you ask ‘what shall we have for dinner’ – make the decision to go out and sample the excellent food served locally and relax without the stress of cooking and cleaning.

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o help you enjoy your meal out, mags4dorset is offering two prizes of £40 to be won which can be spent Sunday to Thursday at any of the eateries featured on these two pages. Try out somewhere new or just return to your favourite restaurant for a meal to remember.

For a chance of winning a £40 voucher solve these clues to identify businesses featured on these two pages. THE ANSWERS TO THE CLUES CAN BE FOUND IN THE ADVERTS – JUST READ THEM AND LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TASTY MEALS THEY SERVE.

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Winton Carnival celebrates its 10th Anniversary on Saturday 27 June 2015

Transforming the high street into a crazy party place, this hugely popular Bournemouth event starts with a parade along Wimborne Road at 10.45am and continues to Winton Recreation Ground, where the fun reigns until 7pm. verything kicks off with the grand parade featuring community groups, schools, local businesses and marching bands. There’s even a trophy for the best entrant. The procession wends its way noisily down a crowd-lined high street and on to Winton’s 100-year-old Recreation Ground. But there is nothing old fashioned about what takes place there! Besides a full sized funfair and a multitude of attractions, the area is dominated by a live stage featuring music from local bands and performers - ranging from rock ‘n’ roll and jazz through to soulful gospel and world music. The carnival was founded in 2006 as an event designed to bring together the community. Unlike many similar events it is non-profit making, run entirely by volunteers and doesn’t support any specific charity.

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Winton Carnival - Saturday 27 June 2015 “The thinking behind the Carnival,” says spokesperson Stephanie Harrison, “is that a community that enjoys itself together is more at ease with itself and less likely to throw up the kind of problems that can surface in more fragmented and less cohesive urban settings.” The communal nature of Winton Carnival is reflected in the way it is run. There is no local council involvement and everything is organised by a handful of volunteers. That is quite a responsibility because an estimated 10,000 people are reckoned to enjoy the carnival fun across the course of the day. One of the most encouraging aspects of Winton Carnival is that on every day that it has been held, the sun has shone. The organisers say that, as it is the Carnival’s 10th birthday, they hope the sun will shine even brighter than ever!

The Carnival is encouraging more schools and local community groups to get involved in this year’s event, which is set to be the biggest and best ever! Last year’s Best in Parade trophy was won by local Rainbows, Brownies and Guides with their brightly themed Noah’s Ark float - a double decker bus decorated in zebra print with the children dressed as different animals. Can your school group win the trophy this year?

For more information on the Carnival and how to get involved go to www.wintoncarnival.co.uk and contact us at info@wintoncarnival.co.uk

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SOMETHING

FOR EVERYONE “We all know the saying about being a fly on the wall,” says Joanna Bassham, Communications Coordinator at Life Centre. “If I could be a fly buzzing around Life Centre on Wimborne Road I might see so many different things happening it would have made my head spin - a group running a training course in one of the conference rooms, a local business using a room to do job interviews for new staff. If I go into the main auditorium, instead of the 1,000 seats I’ll find beds and equipment for the National Blood Service. “If I wander into the reception area, I might see a charity rep chatting to one of the Life Centre staff about a fund-raising musical event, a local resident booking a room for a funeral tea or the head of an orchestra planning for their upcoming concert. A group of mums and toddlers in the café enjoying the space and getting out of the house, some students grabbing a panini in between classes, one of the café regulars who loves the jacket potatoes…” Life Centre is a not-for-profit business that joins all its activities and events to support the charitable work of Bournemouth Community Church. This work includes running a drop-in

centre, a ‘Foodbank’ hub, a thriving group for seniors, a community choir and much more. There is also active support for full-time workers around the globe from New York to Nepal, involved in teaching programmes, anti-human trafficking work, AIDS orphanage support and job creation projects. Conveniently located within 2 miles of Bournemouth town centre and set in the community of Moordown and Winton, Life Centre’s 1,000 seat auditorium, 200 seat conference suites, smaller breakout rooms and bustling café host many different events. This community hub facilitates corporate events, business meetings, wedding receptions, conferences, theatrical productions, AGMs, special receptions, training events, product launches, exhibitions and concerts.

COMMENTS FROM

LIFE CENTRE CUSTOMERS: “Everyone loves having our events with you, because it’s a lovely venue, good food and all the staff are so helpful!” Bournemouth People First “We really are grateful to have such a fantastic venue and lovely bunch of people to work with.” Questa Voce

For more details check out the website www.lifecentre.biz or Facebook page - or pop into the building and pick up fliers for events this summer, chat to the reception staff, or just take a break with a latté in the café.

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Hardy country Film celebrated in

Howard and Alison Payton at Hardy’s Cottage

Film goers inspired by the new version of ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’, one of Thomas Hardy’s best loved stories, are to have the opportunity to see Bathsheba Everdene’s on-screen dresses. Two of the costumes worn by actress Carey Mulligan who plays Bathsheba are on display at Hardy’s Cottage in Higher Bockington until 5 July. Much of the filming of ‘Far From the Madding Crowd’ took place in Dorset. The book was written in the tiny cob and thatched cottage when Hardy was 34 years-old. This was his fourth novel but first literary success and nearly 150 years on, the costumes are bringing the cottage where he was born to life. To celebrate the film, National Trust properties Hardy’s Cottage and nearby Max Gate – where Hardy later lived and died – will be filled with the words and music of true Hardy country. Tim Laycock and the New Hardy Players will celebrate the work of Thomas Hardy, and some of the Players appear in the film. Howard and Alison Payton of the New Hardy Players now live in Dorset, and have a lifelong passion for Hardy. Howard appears on screen as an Everdene farmer and Alison as a farm worker. At 15, Howard read ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ at school. He said: “I was hooked from page one, and somehow Hardy dictated my life. Now 50 years on, I have come full circle. We farmed livestock and trained working collies, and here we are in Hardy Country, performing with the New Hardy Players, and with the added delight of being supporting actors in the film. “Hardy has been a huge influence. Many years ago, I even proposed to

Alison with Gabriel Oak’s words to Bathsheba ‘…whenever you look up, there I shall be – and whenever I look up, there will be you.’ ” Martin Stephen, National Trust Visitor Services Manager, said: “Hardy’s Cottage, Max Gate and the surrounding countryside were at the heart of Hardy’s life. As well as standing in the very rooms in the cottage where he grew up and wrote his first great works, you can wander through the rich woods and heathland from which he drew his inspiration.” Hardy was hugely influenced by what he called his Wessex – ‘partly real, partly dream-county’. The walk from the new Hardy’s Birthplace Visitor Centre, a joint project between the National Trust and Dorset County Council, follows Hardy’s footsteps through Thorncombe Wood to the cottage, and out on to heathland. These special places were engrained in the young Thomas Hardy’s mind and translated into his writing – including memories of walking the Roman road with his mother to Puddletown, which became Weatherby in ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’. Sir Andrew Motion has always been hugely influenced by Hardy’s poems, and on Hardy’s birthday on 2 June he’ll open a new ‘Writing Places’ season with a Hardy poetry reading and talk at Max Gate. On the evenings of 9 and 10 July, the New Hardy Players will perform Hardy’s ‘The Return of the Native’ in the garden of Max Gate.

Bathsheba Everdene (Carey Mulligan) and Gabriel Oak (Matthias Schoenaerts), in ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ Fox Searchlight

The Far from the Madding Crowd film tells the story of independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene (Carey Mulligan), who attracts three very different suitors; Gabriel Oak (Matthias Schoenaerts), a sheep farmer, captivated by her fetching wilfulness; Frank Troy (Tom Sturridge), a handsome and reckless sergeant and William Boldwood (Michael Sheen), a prosperous and mature bachelor.

Commemorative cup comes home

by Liz Turner

There’s a time capsule buried in the United Reformed Church in Verwood

No one knows what’s in it or where it is but it’s a mystery that intrigues visitors, especially children. However, part of the church’s past of has been discovered in a ‘time capsule’ in Rugby. And this will form part of the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Sunday School this year. Irishman Pat Kelleher bought an old chemist shop in Rugby and when he opened a bricked up attic room stepped into what he described as a time warp. From the old school books and children’s comics he found, he thought the room had been hidden for around 60 years. Amongst the general rubbish and bric-a-brac, he discovered something of

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historic value – a translucent bone china cup celebrating the centenary of Verwood Congregational Sunday School in 1915. He took the cup back to Ireland and using the power of the Internet, managed to trace it back to the church in Manor Road through Verwood Historical Society. Church archivist Linda Munn was delighted when she was contacted about the commemorative cup. “It is a wonderful part of the history of the church and we are delighted that Pat made so much effort to return it to us,” she said. Verwood’s Congregational Church, which became the United Reformed Church in 1972, was formed in 1802, making it the town’s first church. In

1878, a more substantial building was opened in Manor Road, which is now the library and this was also used as a school. The dual use caused problems and the present building was opened in 1906, a hall added in 1926 and it was extended in 1956. Further modernisation means the building, with its church, hall, kitchen and meeting space is now a popular community facility in the town. There is a toddler group and the building is used as the Foodbank distribution centre three times a week. Linda said: “The church has played an important part in the history of Verwood and still is very much part of the community.

“It will be the bicentenary of the Sunday School this year and we are celebrating it at the harvest service on 27 September. There will be an exhibition to mark the occasion and the cup will have pride of place.” The Sunday School is still going strong but is now called Pilots with children aged six-10 meeting every other Sunday between 5-6.30pm. Linda is hoping anyone connected with the Congregational Church Sunday School will get in touch to help with the celebrations. Linda with the cup outside the Church

Ann Roberts admires the Pamphill flags

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Flying the flag for WIMBORNE

Pamphill’s reception class’ flower flag

Dorset’s natural beauty is being celebrated in the first flag festival to be held in Wimborne.

he town is adorned with 43 And flag colourful flags designed and designers have made by members the town’s been inspired by the community ranging from theme capturing the businesses to schools to clubs. best of the county. The founder of the festival Town Red squirrels, sea Councillor Ann horses, Corfe Castle, Roberts said: “I the Quarter Jack, a thought it would be morris dancer and fun to fly flags in the even a dinosaur have town to make it look been painted onto the I thought it cheerful and inviting. giant banners. would be fun to “I chose the All the schools in fly flags in the theme of Dorset Wimborne, including views and its Beaucroft have made town to make flora and fauna flags, and Ann is sure it look cheerful because there is festival judges will be and inviting. so much wonderful impressed with their countryside and designs. coast and animals The flags will fly to enjoy. The until August allowing results have been summer visitors to amazing and everyone has been so enjoy the best of the county and the enthusiastic.” talents of Wimborne’s residents.

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Pamphill First School’s year 1 flag was inspired by bluebells

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Black

THE WOMAN IN

LIGHTHOUSE, POOLE

‘The Woman In Black’ has been terrifying audiences for 25 years in London. At Lighthouse, Poole, local theatre-goers found out why - while being scared out of their wits REVIEW - By Liz Turner -

Malcolm James as Arthur Kipps (left) and Matt Connor as the Actor

With just two actors on the stage telling the story, the play is a true homage to the art of creating tension and fear so that every last bang, loud noise and flickering of the lights has you jumping out of your seat.

This spine-chiller is not achieved through technical wizardry and special effects but through the suspense and menace built up during this master class in horror, skillfully delivered by Malcolm James as Arthur Kipps and Matt Connor as the Actor. Their telling of the tale of The Woman In Black leaves the audience gripped with terror and just waiting for the next blood chilling revelation. The feeling of dread and sense of malevolence which builds up means the gasps are audible when the next heart stopping moment comes. And to top it all there is a wonderful twist at the end – one which makes you shudder again and leaves your nerves shredded. After seeing this, I defy anyone to hear a knocking noise in the night without coming out in a cold sweat. Over 7 million people have been enthralled by ‘The Woman in Black’ and many have been back to enjoy the thrills again. If you ever get the chance to experience the best in suspense and let your imagination take over. It’s a real treat and great fun.

Magical

day out Popular magician Ben Hart took time out from the Wessex Magical Convention held at the Hub in Verwood to pose for a picture with young fan Tom Scarratt from Bournemouth. Magicians travelled from as far away as Germany for the convention and gala show. Tom said “It was great to learn from such good magicians about their tricks. Meeting Ben just completed the day”. If you are a budding magician and are interested in joining the WMA contact secretary@wmagic.co.uk.

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COM P

ETITIO

Enjoy a big night out with Big Little Theatre School

Winning entry - Suzanne Singleton, ‘Dozing in the spring sun’

springtime

Happy

A snap of a dozing donkey has been selected as the best spring photo of the New Forest

or the 15th consecutive year, a vibrant and highly talented company of professionally trained musical theatre students, from Big Little Theatre School, will be returning in July to Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre with another toe-tapping collection of songs from some of the greatest shows of all time. Broadway Showtunes features a company of over 150 young performers alongside a live orchestra, supported by some of the best creative and production talent in the business, bringing a taste of the great Broadway musicals to Bournemouth. The Showtunes series started as a show entitled Big Little Theatre School – In The Spotlight in 2001 and since then the ‘brand’ has evolved to provide over 800 students with wonderful performance opportunities witnessed by over 30,000 people. If you would like to be in the audience for this fantastic ‘West End’ and ‘Broadway’ type show enter mags4dorset and Big Little Theatre School’s competition for the chance to win one of two prizes of two tickets for the show on Thursday 16 July at 7.30pm. TO ENTER ANSWER THIS QUESTION:

For how many years has Big Little Theatre school been performing at the Pavilion?

The regular seasonal snaps competition, organised by the New Forest National Park Authority, attracted over 2,000 votes across more than 300 photos between 22 April and 6 May, with entrants hoping to inspire people to cherish the beauty of spring in the New Forest. Galloping ponies and an adorable fox cub were among the prize winning images. Photographers submitted their springtime photos of the New Forest on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and three winners were chosen by a public vote on the National Park Authority’s Facebook page. A fourth winner was chosen by a judging panel.

snaps

Judges’ pick - Lara

Maskell, ‘Fox cub by

its den’

Poppy appeal supported by VE Day party Seventy people joined in the VE Day celebrations at The Royal British Legion in Wimborne on 9 May. Entertainment was provided by The Land Girls who performed a range of nostalgic wartime songs which was accompanied by singing and waving of flags. From the sale of raffle tickets and VE Day lapel badges, £504 was raised for the Wimborne Poppy Appeal.

Enter through our website: www.mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to Broadway Showtunes competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 22 June 2015. The first correct entry drawn will be the winner. Employees of Page and Pulford Ltd and Big Little Theatre School are not permitted to enter. There is no cash alternative. The editor’s decision is final.

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what’s on

this month 6 June 3.30-5.30pm

Verwood Concert Brass presents a cream tea concert (training band), Verwood Memorial Hall, tickets on door £6 (inc tea).

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

11 June 7.30pm

Knit & Natter at West Moors Library, Station Road.

Verwood & 3LX Twinning Association, a talk by Jane Goodfellow about her experiences in South Africa. Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre. 01202 826449

8 June 7.30pm

12-14 June

8 June 2-3.30pm

‘Alpines’ by Ray Broughton. Wimborne Horticultural Society, Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne. £1, non-members £2.

8 June 8pm

Martin Bennett’s Old Green River Band at the Bournemouth Traditional Jazz Club, Bluebirds Social Club, Longham.

9 June 7.30pm

West Moors Horticultural Society, West Moors Memorial Hall. Illustrated talk ‘Plants & Landscapes of the Western Cape of South Africa’ by Ben Turner and members’ Rose Show. 01202 871536

10 June 7pm

West Moors Home Watch, AGM, Memorial Hall, Station Road, including presentation by Tony Tester (Dorset Police) on ‘modern policing’.

11 June 10.30am

New Milton Decorative & Fine Arts Society, Sarah Stopford’s talk ‘War and Peace, Patriotism and Protest’. Memorial Centre, Whitefield Road. 01590 643046,

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Wimborne Minster Folk Festival. 01202 887247

13-14 June

Folk festival performers at Wimborne Model Town. Free entry.

12 June 7.30pm

Ferndown and District Horticultural Association, Ferndown Village Hall, Church Road, Ferndown. ‘History of Brownsea Island Flora and Fauna’ with Gordon Furnell.

13 June 1-4pm

Ferndown and District Horticultural Association summer show, Ferndown Village Hall, Church Road, Ferndown. Classes in roses, sweet peas, flowers and shrubs, fruit, vegetables, pot plants, floral decoration and homecrafts. Admission free. Schedules and entry forms 01202 876572

13 June 1pm

Corfe Mullen carnival. Procession at 1.30pm to recreation ground.

13 June 7.30pm The Fayrewood Singers ‘Music for a Summer’s Evening’, Verwood Methodist Church. 01202 826134

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14 June 2pm

Picnic in the Park, Queen’s Park Golf Course, Queen’s Park West Drive. Charity stalls, children’s entertainment and local bands. 07553 316089

15 June 8pm

Alan Pickering’s Spirit of New Orleans at the Bournemouth Traditional Jazz Club, Bluebirds Social Club, Longham.

16 June 2.30-4pm

20 June

Fete on the Field, free family event on King George V Pavilion fields, Ferndown.

24 June 7.30pm

Verwood Organ and Keyboard Society. Brett Wales playing a Wersi Louvre at the Hub, Verwood. £7 (members £5) 01202 814976

25-27 June 10am-5pm, last entry 4.15pm

Adult Learners Week, help with your computer, West Moors Library: Station Road. Free, informal session to get the most out of your iPad, laptop or tablet. 01202 873272

Exhibition of Patchwork and Quilting by Quarterjack Quilters, including the launch of the Wimborne Quilt, Merley House, Merley House Lane, Wimborne. Entry £3, accompanied children free.

17 June 10am

25 June 11am

West Moors Flower Group, demonstration by Angie Norris - ‘A Few of my Favourites’. Memorial Hall, Station Road. 01202 876441

19-20 June

Italian market, Ringwood Market Place.

20 June 1.30pm

Verwood and District Horticultural Society Summer Flower Show, Verwood Memorial Hall, 01202 814376

Fleet Air Arm Association meets at Royal British Legion, Church Road, Ferndown. 07815 824841

27 June 12noon-3pm

St Mary’s Church and school, West Moors, summer fete, school grounds (access via The Avenue).

27 June 10am-4pm

Armed Forces Day, The Bickerley Ringwood

27-28 June

Folk on the Quay folk music festival, Poole.

28 June 2.00pm

Bournemouth Multiple Sclerosis Society garden open day, afternoon plant and cake sale, Church Lane, West Parley. 01202 570300

28 June 7.30pm

John Maddocks’ Jazz Men at the St Leonards Hotel, 185 Ringwood Road, St Leonards.01202 701295.

29 June 8pm

Alan Pickering’s Spirit of New Orleans at the Bournemouth Traditional Jazz Club, Bluebirds Social Club, Longham.

1 July 12 noon

Ferndown Probus Club lunch (with the ladies) and talk ‘Laughter is the Best Medicine’, Dudsbury Golf Club. 01202 875757

2 July 2.15pm

West Moors WI, talk on ‘astronomy’ by Ian Smith. Memorial Hall, Station Road.

2 July 7.30pm

Verwood and District Horticultural Society talk by Rob Curtis on ‘Turnpikes and Dorset Coaching Days,.Verwood Memorial Hall. 01202 814376

3 July 6-9pm

Quay for My Car - Open Top Sports Cars & Convertibles Poole Quay. Free entry for owners to show off their vehicles.

4 - 5 July

Sandbanks Beach Volleyball Festival, Poole, largest Junior Beach Volleyball Festival in the UK, nearly 500 competitors over the two days. Spectators free. wessexvolleyball.com/ sandbanks.asp

8 July 10.30am-12.15pm

‘A Musical Experience and Talk’ by John Simmons in The Scout Hall, off Station Road, Wimborne, in support of The Phoenix Stroke Survivors Support Group, Wimborne. 01202 884737

9 July 7.30pm

Verwood & 3LX Twinning Association talk by Peter Bottomley ‘House sitting in Australia.’ Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre 01202 826449

11-12 July

Relay for Life next to Ferndown Leisure Centre. Camping, Candles of Hope, 24hour relay. Enter a team & raise money for Cancer Research UK. 20 teams of 10 people have already entered Tel: 01202 537624

11 July 11am-3pm

Wildlife Kite Making with RSBP, free drop in session, education centre, Upton Country Park, Poole.

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RNLI’s 150 year history

TION M P ETI

Visitors to Poole Museum can learn all about the courageous work of the town’s RNLI

The Sound of Musicals There’s a fantastic afternoon’s entertainment in store when popular professional theatre company Lyrics and Laughter returns to the Regent Centre in Christchurch for its ninth year. The lively new show ‘The Sounds of Musicals’, will take you back to all those well-loved musicals from the past and present. Enjoy wonderful show stopping melodies from great productions such as ‘Annie Get Your Gun’, ‘Half A Sixpence’, ‘The Sound Of Music’, ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’, ‘High Society’, ‘Chicago’, ‘Les Miserables’ and many more. Stunning costumes and comical parodies along the way means there should be something for everybody. Mags4dorset and the Regent Centre have two tickets to give away for this fun show on 19 August at 2.30pm.

The exhibition ‘150 Years of Poole Lifeboat Station’ details the story of the lifeboat station’s history – its volunteer crew, rescues, lifeboats and kit.  Lifeboats crewed by the people of Poole have been helping those in trouble at sea since 1865. The story is told through displays that cover award-winning rescues such as the lifeboat’s involvement with the evacuation of Allied troops from Dunkirk during the Second World War, through to the modern-day lifeboat service in Poole. There will be over 150 objects on display, some of which have never been seen in public before. Exhibits include a fascinating range of the charity’s collection boxes spanning 150 years, models, paintings, medals, photographs, kit and mementos.  From pulling and sailing lifeboats, to the familiar Tyne class and inshore B class

lifeboats of today, visitors can explore how the vessels have evolved over the past 150 years. Archive footage and a new film will bring to life the moment of a launch and rescue.  Michael Spender, manager of Poole Museum, said: “The RNLI is such an important organisation for Poole and the Poole lifeboat station is the busiest coastal lifeboat station in the country. It’s fantastic that we can celebrate its admirable work for the people of Poole over the past 150 years at our museum.”

Poole Lifeboat Station’s first crew and Manley Wood lifeboat – 1865 Photo: Andrew Hawkes Archive

Which popular musical features a car that flies? Enter through our website: www. mags4dorset.co.uk or send your answer on a postcard to The Sound of Musicals competition, mags4dorset, 1st Floor, King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9EN. Closing date is 22 June 2015. 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.

COMPETITION

WINNERS Back to Broadway – Joan Adams, Ferndown, answer: New York ‘Unlock Your Inner Millionaire’ DVD - Susan Row, Ferndown, and Patricia Beckerley, Poole, answer: 2011

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ONE-STOP FOR SERVICING AND TYRES Don’t be fooled by the name – Wimborne Tyres is far more than just tyres.

fter almost 30 years’ experience in the business, owner Mark Thorne knows that drivers need a fast reliable one stop service when it comes to maintaining their vehicles. This he is proud to say is what he and his qualified mechanics can guarantee at Wimborne Tyres and Auto Centre. The full range of car servicing, including clutches and brakes, engine and vehicle diagnostics - everything you need to keep your car safely and reliably on the road - is available

whatever you drive. And this of course, is in addition to the excellent tyre service which Mark’s regular customers have come to rely on. As an independent dealer, Wimborne Tyres stocks a wide range of tyres and balancing and wheel alignment is included in the fitting service. If customers can’t get to Wimborne, an emergency call out tyre replacement service is ready to help. Whatever your servicing or tyre needs, Mark and his team are looking forward to welcoming you to their Auto Centre where experience counts.

Ray Storey (left) Dorset Police ANPR Manager and Chief Inspector Bryan Duffy

HIGH TECH CAMERAS Dorset Police has invested in some of the latest intelligent crime fighting camera technology with the purchase of a number of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras

ach has the capability of reading over 3,600 number plates an hour on vehicles travelling at speeds up to 100mph, day or night in all weather. Scheduled to be installed over the next three to nine months at locations around the county, with approval from partner agencies and local authorities, they will assist Dorset Police in fighting crime by targeting criminals through their use of the roads. Chief Inspector Bryan Duffy, of Dorset Police, said: “ANPR is a well-established tool for fighting crime, and encompasses the latest technology with smarter thinking to put Dorset Police at the forefront of investment in technology in order to maximise our resources. “These cameras are not linked to speed enforcement, they are immovable and are locked down onto the road to simply read the number plates of passing vehicles, and not to show the occupants of those vehicles. They will provide us with essential vehicle movement details on specific key arterial roads around the county,

helping us to target burglars, thieves, drug dealers, drug and drink drivers and cut crime.” Dorset Police has confirmed is has used ANPR in many investigations and that data from existing cameras is being used to save lives and bring offenders to justice. ANPR data has so far been instrumental in helping find numerous missing people, providing key evidence in murder investigations, fail to stop and serious collisions, robberies and many other types of crime. Dorset Police also says that access to the data from these cameras is strictly controlled within an encrypted server and is available only to a small number of authorised and trained officers. It is also said that records are kept for a maximum of two years and 99.9 per cent of the data is never looked at. Alerts from vehicles of interest to the police are monitored within the Force Command Centre, where operators can assess each alert and allocate the appropriate resources to intercept the vehicle if required.

Simply

bike to Beaulieu Bikers everywhere will be kick-starting their engines on Sunday 12 July and heading for the first ‘Simply Bikes’, held in the grounds of the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. Whether yours is a cruiser, custom or sports bike, vintage or straight from the showroom, all bikes are welcome. Southampton Harley Davidson will be putting on a display of new machines and also leading a ride-in of the Harley Davidson Owners’ Group, HOGs. Participants and Beaulieu’s day visitors will be asked to vote for their favourite bike in the People’s Choice Awards with the winner presented with a Beaulieu Trophy. Join the display in the attraction’s picturesque parkland, meet other likeminded enthusiasts for the on-the-day price of £10 for rider and bike, £15 with pillion, less if purchased in advance.

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Blushing Brass Flushed with success Raising in excess of £3,000 for Breakthrough Breast Cancer, the recent Blushing Brass Charity Concert at the Verwood Hub was an outstanding success

3-legs, 2 bikes and a piano

ycling from John O’Groats to Lands End is a feat in itself, but to do it with only one leg is quite amazing and accounts for the three legs in this mammoth charity challenge. Dorset-based comedy pianist Matt Black and his manager Jon Cox are well into their journey. Jon has only got one leg. He lost the other when he was four-years-old after he

was run over by a lorry. He got his first bike when he was seven and has ridden one ever since. He and Matt left John O’Groats on 4 May to start their mammoth bike ride for Wings for Warriors, which trains ex-forces amputees for a career in aviation. As well as 3 legs, they have a piano following them in a support vehicle and Matt is performing gigs along the way to raise money.

Check out www.facebook.com/3legs2bikes1piano for daily updates on the journey and gigs. Matt and Jon are aiming to raise £10,000 and not satisfied with just a bike ride, they have also produced a charity CD ‘Uncharted Territory’ to raise funds. You can purchase it through the Hangover Hill Recording Studio website, and sponsor Matt and Jon at www.gofund.me/Wings4Warriors

rganiser Jan Tiller, who plays the cornet in Verwood Concert Brass, was inspired by the nationally renowned all-female fund-raising brass band Boobs & Brass. Realising that Verwood Concert Brass has a significant number of women in the organisation, enough to form its own all-female fund raising band, she set up Blushing Brass. For this year’s concert she hired Verwood Hub, which was decorated in cabaret style for the 200+ audience. Jan said, “… we had Verwood’s very own fabulous Blushing Brass performing but I was delighted that the band that had inspired it all, Boobs & Brass, agreed to join us to perform a joint concert, with each band performing a wonderful and varied programme of music in each

half. And the finale piece with both bands on stage together, that’s over 70 players, was just awesome.” The audience were entertained by both bands, and spellbound by the exceptional playing of the special guest soloist, one of the finest cornet players in the country, Kirsty Abbotts, principal cornet player for the Yorkshire Champions, the Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band. Jan concluded “I could not be more delighted with how the evening went. It was great having Boobs & Brass and Kirsty join us to make it an extra special concert. It does take a lot of organising but I have masses of help and support from so many people and the concert is so much fun to do. Ultimately though raising over £3,000 for a very worthwhile cause is the icing on the cake with the cherry on top too.”

Willow’s walkabout Ahead of Dementia Awareness Week (18-22 May), Colten Care welcomed a visit from the Donkey Sanctuary in Devon to two of their care homes to highlight the therapeutic effect of animal encounters for people with memory loss. Willow, a 14-year-old miniature donkey, prompted smiles all round as he toured lounges and corridors in The Aldbury in Poole and Amberwood in Ferndown under the supervision of two Donkey Sanctuary representatives. One of them, volunteer Wendy Small, said: “You can see recognition in people’s eyes. They remember donkey rides from years ago and it can be an emotional experience to see such a beautiful animal close up. People very much relate to it and it’s always worth coming if we can see we have reached someone emotionally.”

Bathroom with a CashUnity sparkle! A West Moors woman couldn’t have won CashUnity at a better time. Semi retired Elizabeth Allen was working on plans with her husband Tony to refit their bathroom when mags4dorset’s MD Ben Pulford rang to say she had won the April CashUnity prize draw. Without any hesitation, Elizabeth said that the £500 cash would be put towards upgrading the tiles the couple will be choosing from Tiegla Tiles in West Parley for their bathroom. As well as the cash in hand, Elizabeth won a £250 voucher to spend

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at Webb’s Butchers where she entered the draw and a further £250 to spend at any CashUnity participating traders. Again the choice was easy: £200 at Tiegla Tiles in West Parley and the balance at Drusilla’s to celebrate her win with a meal out with her family. It was smiles all round and Elizabeth and Tony are looking forward to a bathroom with that extra CashUnity sparkle. They retired to West Moors five years’ ago and

Elizabeth shops regularly at Webb’s. She is the third person to win after buying meat at the popular butcher’s shop where Alex Webb promotes the scheme vigorously to all his customers. The mags4dorset initiative has paid out over £16,000 in the last 16 months to local shoppers. To find out how to enter, visit www.cashunity.co.uk Check out the directory opposite to find out who the participating traders are.

Alex Webb with Eliz

abeth and Ben Pulford

CashUnity

Specified Period 1 June 2015 - 30 June 2015 BROADSTONE & POOLE FORUM JEWELLERS

£1,000

monthly prize guaranteed!

184E The Broadway, Lower Blandford Road, BH18 8DP 01202 600350 forumjewellers.co.uk

POOLE JOINERY

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

TIMS TILES

Innovation Close, BH12 4GF 01202 716969

CashUnity

HAS CHANGED! The popular initiative devised by mags4dorset and backed by local traders has changed. Following the launch of the scheme last year, mags4dorset has given away £16,500 in prize money to shoppers as a thank you for supporting their local traders. There were over 7,000 entries in 2014 and all the prizewinners admitted they liked using their local shops and used them regularly. This is great news and proves the scheme is working. What is even better this year is that CashUnity will ensure some of the prize money is reinvested directly with the participating traders making it a win win situation. The monthly prize being offered under the initiative is still £1,000, but it will be awarded as follows: £500 cash to spend as the winner likes, a £250 shopping voucher to spend at the participating trader that issued the winning receipt, plus £250 in shopping vouchers, which can be broken down into £50 vouchers to spend at any of the participating traders, published in the directory. So you see, the value is the same, but the local economy is instantly better off too. The winning receipt must still be produced before the prize is allocated. Any local businesses wanting to be part of this amazing initiative that inspires local people to use their local shops, and puts money straight back into participating traders’ businesses, get in touch now. Ring Mark on 07875 962344. Full terms and conditions of CashUnity can be found at www.cashunity.co.uk

CHRISTCHURCH & TUCKTON AVON CAUSEWAY

Hurn, Christchurch, BH23 6AS 01202 482714 avoncauseway.co.uk

CLARITY HEARING

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

NEALS & SON BUTCHERS 182 Tuckton Road, Tuckton, BH6 3AA 01202 429366 butchers-shop.co.uk

THINK PRINT

7 High Street, BH23 1AB 01202 473167

TONY HAIR

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

CRANBORNE LA FOSSE AT CRANBORNE London House, The Square BH21 5PR 01725 517604 la-fosse.com

FERNDOWN BARRINGTON THEATRE Penny’s Walk, BH22 9TH 01202 894858 barringtoncentre.co.uk

BASIC ELEGANCE

Unit 5 Longham Business Park, 168 Ringwood Road, BH22 9BU 01202 578093 basicelegancefurnishings.co.uk

CROWNING GLORY

515 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NH 01202 892968

FERNDOWN ELECTRICAL SERVICES 125 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 872869

FERNGAS

40 Victoria Road, BH22 9HZ 01202 876020 ferngas.co.uk

INTERIORS COMPLETE

512 Wimborne Rd East, BH22 9NG 01202 890185 interiorscomplete.com

SWAN JEWELLERS

55 Victoria Road, BH22 9HU 01202 892990

TONY SMITH KITCHENS 517 Wimborne Road East, BH22 9NH, 01202 892200 tonysmithkitchens.co.uk

Close Date 6 July 2015

UNDERWOOD EYECARE

THE FISH INN

XEROCAD PRINT CENTRE

LIBERTY’S OWL, RAPTOR & REPTILE CENTRE

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

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

FERNDOWN IND. ESTATE DORSET SOILS & AGGREGATES LTD

Unit 4, 13 Cobham Road, BH21 7PE 01202 874207 sandandgravel.uk.com

HOWDENS JOINERY

47 Cobham Road, BH21 7NP 01202 876150 howdens.com

SELECT PVCU

112-114 Cobham Road, BH21 7PQ 01202 877977 selectpvcu.com

THE WHEEL SPECIALIST

21 Haviland Road, BH21 7RZ 01202 875553 thewheelspecialist.com/locations/ bournemouthdorset

FORDINGBRIDGE CAXTON DÉCOR

26-30 Salisbury Street, SP6 1AF 01425 652700 caxtondecor.co.uk

FORDINGBRIDGE BOOKSHOP 15 Salisbury Street, SP6 1AB 01425 653725 fordingbridgebooks.co.uk

PRICE FARM FOODS 69 High Street, SP6 1AS 01425 652228 pricebutcheruk.co.uk

SELECT PETS & FOODS Green Lane, SP6 1HT 01425 655998

HIGHCLIFFE CHRISTCHURCH HEARING AID CENTRE LTD

351 Lymington Road, BH23 5EG 01425 272771 hearingaid-centre.co.uk

HIGHCLIFFE COACH HOLIDAYS

312 Lymington Road, BH23 5ET 01425 271111 highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk

KINSON SPECIALITY CAKES

1528 Wimborne Road, BH11 9AF 01202 572021 cakesindorset.co.uk

RINGWOOD ALLUM & SIDAWAY

47-49 High Street, BH24 1AD 01425 475180 allumandsidaway.co.uk

BICKERLEY GARAGE

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

CONTAKT CARPETS

2 Pedlars Walk, BH24 1BZ 01425 477159 contaktcarpets.com

CROW FARM SHOP

Crow, BH24 3EA 01425 473290 crowfarmshop.com

West Street, BH24 2AA 01425 473185 thefishinn.net

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

MADE CLOSER RETAIL LTD 2 High Street, BH24 1AF 01425 517715 madecloser.co.uk

MILLSTREAM MOTOR COMPANY

Unit 9 Millstream Trading Estate. Christchurch Road, BH24 3SB 01425 477822 millstreammotorcompany.co.uk

PAPER MOUNTAIN

2 Meeting House Lane, BH24 1EY 01425 476751 papermountainuk.co.uk

POULNER FISH & CHIPS 4 Butlers Lane, Poulner 01425 478310

VERWOOD SURPLUS STORE 52 Ringwood Road, BH31 7AJ 01202 826994 verwoodsurplus.co.uk

WEST MOORS SELBY BUTCHERS

150 Station Road, BH22 0JB 01202 873121 selbybutchers.co.uk

WEBB’S AWARD WINNING BUTCHERS 165 Station Road, BH22 0HT 01202 855817 facebook.com/webbsbutchers

WEST PARLEY COZY STOVES

179 New Road, BH22 8ED 01202 573084 woodburnerdorset.co.uk

TIEGLA TILES

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

WIMBORNE

RINGWOOD SOUND & VISION

DRUSILLA’S INN

58 High Street, BH24 1AG 01425 478688 ringwoodsoundandvision.co.uk

Wigbeth, Horton, BH21 7JH 01258 840297 drusillasinn.co.uk

SCOLTOCKS HEALTH FOODS

F B SALON

1 Market Place, BH24 1AN 01425 473787

SOUL SHED

(Cultural Gifts Store) 4 Fridays Court, High Street, BH24 1AB 07786 282381

ST MARTIN’S GALLERY

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

TOWNHOUSE HAIRDRESSING

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

THREE CROSS LEWIS CONCRETE

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

PETALS FLORIST

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

VERWOOD CUSTOM CREATIONS

Unit 1 Enterprise Park, Blackmoor Road, Ebblake Industrial Estate BH31 6YS 01202 823231 customcreations.furniture

EBBLAKE AUTOCENTRE

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

GILBEY CLEANERS

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

THE SWANS RESTAURANT

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

Mill Lane, BH21 1JQ 01202 842282

LITTLE CANFORD GARAGE

98 Wimborne Rd West, BH21 2DS 01202 886980 littlecanfordgarage.com

MIRAGE BOUTIQUE 28 Mill Lane, BH21 1JQ 01202 881931

REEVES & GALLAGHER 14 East Street, BH21 1DS 01202 884700 reevesandgallagher.com

SCF HARDWARE

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

WIMBORNE TYRES LTD

Unit 3 Brook Road, BH21 2BH 01202 881509 wimbornetyres.co.uk

WINTON APPLIANCE ALLIANCE

8-9 Cardigan Road, BH9 1BJ 01202 513202 euronics.co.uk/service-support/ store-finder

CARLY’S CRAFTS

1A Cardigan Road, BH9 1BJ 01202 512106 carlyscrafts.org.uk

WAYAHEAD TRAVEL

731A Wimborne Road, BH9 2AX 01202 522484 wayaheadtravel.co.uk