Dorset View October 2021 by Dorset View

October 2021 Volume 19, Issue 3

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Wimborne History Festival round up

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Front Cover Competition Winner Winner

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I’ve always considered myself lucky to have grown up in Wimborne, surrounded by beautiful countryside, the beach not too far way and easy access to larger towns with all the entertainment I needed. And though I moved away to university and to work, and spent a fair bit of time living in New Zealand (my year’s working holiday ended up being 10 years, and I returned with husband and children in tow!) the lure of home has always been strong. Having met a group of friends celebrating 70 years of friendship (see p25), I realised that it’s people who make a place. My family have lived in and around Wimborne for more than 300 years, so I feel those roots strongly. I’m lucky to have friendships that began at school and are still going strong more than 40 years later, and I have a lovely newer group of mum friends too. I’m aware that not everyone is in my position, and the lockdowns of the pandemic have left people already struggling with loneliness even more isolated. The Wimborne Befriending Service is one organisation trying to help, and are looking for more volunteers (see p27). Or, for people looking for new social outlets, there are plenty of groups starting up again. If you belong to a club and have space for new members, let us know. Before I sign off, I’m sure you’ll join with us to congratulate 18-year-old Emma Raducanu who beat Canadian teen Leylah Fernandez in straight sets at the US Open in September to become the first British female in 44 years to win a Grand Slam final. What an incredible achievement for such a young woman.

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Man jailed for commercial burglaries A burglar who targeted two cafés in the Christchurch area has been jailed. Marius Gabriel Balan, aged 28 from Burton Upon Trent, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on 24 August 2021

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to 40 weeks in prison after admitting two burglaries. The burglaries took place at The Paddle in Highcliffe sometime between 24 and 26 March 2020, and The Beach Hut Café at Friars Cliff on 29 March 2020.

Police aim to prevent sexual offending Dorset Police is carrying out a pilot operation in a bid to prevent sexual offences from taking place within Bournemouth town centre now that lockdown has lifted and there are more people enjoying the area’s bars and clubs. During the operation, called Operation Vigilant, patrols of both uniformed and plainclothed officers are being used to identify individuals who may be displaying signs of unacceptable behaviour, such as sexual harassment, inappropriate touching and loitering. If such behaviours are spotted, a uniformed intervention team will consider their powers of arrest, dispersal powers or search powers depending on the circumstances observed. The pilot is running for three months and supports the national agenda for pro-actively preventing violence against women and

girls. However, any sexually motivated assault or behaviour identified by officers will be investigated, regardless of who is involved or their gender. Following evaluation, the operation may be expanded to other parts of the county. If you are out and about anywhere in Dorset and feel unsafe, or see someone acting suspiciously, dial 999 in an emergency, approach an officer, council officer, or speak to pub or bar staff. Anyone who has been the victim of a sexual assault, whether recently or in the past, is encouraged to contact Dorset Police online from www.dorset.police.uk/doit-online or by telephone to 101. In an emergency always call 999. Not everyone will wish to involve the police at first, and if that is the case they can use the services provided anonymously by The Shores at 0800 970 9954 or www.the-shores.org.uk.

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More than 300 people found to be speeding in day of action A Community Speed Watch day in Dorset was carried out by 35 teams on Tuesday 7 September. Local people, determined to reduce speeding in their

towns and villages, joined forces with the Police on a Community Speed Watch day and carried out 48 one-hour sessions using radar detection devices across the county. The day of action resulted in 355 warning letters being issued to motorists – 58 per cent of those speeding were from Dorset. Martha Perry, community Speed

Watch co-ordinator said: “The scheme empowers communities to take local action around speeding and get a true understanding of the extent of the problem. “During the operation the highest speed recorded was 62mph in a 30 limit in Westbourne around lunchtime

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which is clearly unacceptable.” If drivers come to the attention of Speed Watch teams on numerous occasions, the driver will potentially become an ‘Operation Dragoon’ target, resulting in a visit from an officer and a greater level of enforcement attention.

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law spot by Harold G Walker Solicitors

“Break Clauses”

in commercial leases By Simon Nethercott, Solicitor, Senior Partner and Head of Business & Commercial With the recent Covid lockdown forcing commercial tenants to close their premises, it has become an idea for a tenant to seek a break clause when negotiating a new lease. A break clause entitles the tenant to bring the lease to an end on a given date, preventing further rent liabilities. It is important to be specific as to what conditions have to be observed when doing so, and careful legal drafting is essential. Usually, the notice needs to be in writing and served no later than a given period before the break date (that is, the date the lease is to end). This is usually six months to give the landlord time to find another tenant. Invariably, there will be a requirement that the headline rent is paid in accordance with the lease provisions up to the break date. This can mean the tenant

paying beyond the break date if the rent payment date does not coincide with the break date itself. There is often some negotiation as to whether the tenant has to give up vacant possession of the property or simply cease to occupy the property. There is a difference. If substantial items of furniture or partitioning are left behind, it has been held by the courts that vacant possession is not given and the tenant in that case had not successfully broken the lease. They would, however, have ceased to occupy and may have been able to ‘break’ if the wording was different. Landlords will try and impose other conditions before a tenant can break the lease that would make termination that much harder. It is therefore essential to get good legal advice before entering into a lease with break clauses.

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New trade office in Poole

A new facility now open in Poole is set to create and safeguard jobs while attracting new businesses to Dorset. The new Public Trade Office, or the International Trade Customs Office is now open for business. Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) invested £950,000 of the government’s Getting Building Fund allocation for Dorset to Poole Harbour Commissioners for the creation of this facility which will be operated by UK Border Force. Dorset LEP has invested over £2 million to fund the Public Trade Office and a Port Operations Facility to enable the construction of a Border Control Post at the Port of Poole, which will more effectively manage trade in Dorset. The Border Control Post project will see the construction of offices and welfare facilities for 46 port staff to replace existing facilities and will free up land needed to construct a Border Control Post, also to be operated by UK Border Force.

Drink and drug driver jailed

A drink and drug driver who caused a serious injury collision in July 2020 in Corfe Mullen has been jailed. John Albert Bond, aged 25 and of Coldharbour, Wareham, appeared at Bournemouth Crown Court to be sentenced on 27 August 2021 after admitting offences of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving whilst unfit through alcohol and driving whilst unfit through drugs.Bond was sentenced to a total of two years and nine months in prison and disqualified from driving for two and a half years. The ban will begin when he is released from prison.

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Grant for LGBT+ youth charity Bournemouth-based LGBT+ charity Space Youth Project has received funding from the Talbot Village Trust to fund the IT needed to run virtual support groups and sessions during the pandemic. The charity used the money to purchase laptops, headsets, software licences and the necessary data to upskill team members less experienced with IT. Space Youth Project works closely with LGBT+ young people up to the age of 25 to offer support and facilitate

freedom of expression, encourage positive selfesteem, and bring a sense of community. The sessions offered a lifeline for vulnerable and isolated young LGBT+ youth throughout Dorset. Helen Walsh, CEO of Space Youth Project, said: “We are still finding that young people are feeling very isolated, scared, and unsure about their lives. Being able to continue to offer our guidance just as effectively virtually helps them come to terms with what the future may hold.”

Boy injured by an e-scooter A four-year-old was injured in a collision with an e-scooter near Boscombe Pier during the Bournemouth Air Festival. The boy, from Christchurch, was taken to Poole Hospital for treatment to a suspected fractured collarbone. Officers

spoke to the e-scooter rider - a man in his 30s from Lancashire - and interviewed him on suspicion of driving offences under The Road Traffic Act. An investigation into the collision is underway.

Jodie and Eloise at Space Youth Project

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Funding provided for rough sleepers Rough sleepers in Dorset are being helped to find and keep a home thanks to a partnership of charities, which is funding a number of local organisations. The Homelessness Partnership, supported by BCP Council, Bournemouth BID and Dorset Community Foundation has awarded more than £8,000 since 2019 to grass roots groups in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole who are supporting rough sleepers into accommodation. The funds have been used by the groups to help people off the streets and into housing, provide mobile phones and a laptop for use at community meals sessions, buy white goods for veterans moving into their own homes, provide gardening equipment

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for women who have been through traumatic experiences and run weekly support groups for clients suffering from depression, anxiety and psychiatric issues. Dorset Community Foundation director Grant Robson said: “We are proud to be a part of this partnership and it is wonderful to see these grants helping the groups to support and encourage people in making such positive changes in their lives.” Giving points, allowing people to donate £3 contactlessly, are being set up around Bournemouth and Poole town centres and there is also a JustGiving page which can be found on the site by searching Change For Good Bournemouth.

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Platinum celebrations Christchurch’s Red House Museum 1960s, starting when he was just and Gardens has held 70th birthday 20 years old. He initially undertook celebrations for both the museum odd jobs around the museum and and its Friends association. garden under its first curator Mr The museum, which is operated John Lavender and later becoming a by charity Hampshire Cultural Trust, front of house volunteer. Now in his hosted a garden party with a range 80s, Colin continues to help visitors of activities for visitors. Christchurch enjoy the museum and find out more mayor, Cllr Sue Bungey, unveiled about the history of Christchurch. a mosaic in the museum’s reception, which was created by staff and volunteers to commemorate 70 years of the museum and its gardens. Among the guests was Red House volunteer, Colin Ridley. Colin has been a member of staff and a volunteer at Red House Museum volunteer Colin Ridley Museum since the

Ferndown Drama revue

Ferndown Drama is putting on a revue with a Halloween/horror theme – but you will have to wait for it, as it is not being staged until 23 January. A spokesman said: “Our last production was in January 2020 so this is our way of getting the group back together again. It will be wonderful to all be together again after such a long time.” The production will be staged at Ferndown Village Hall. Tickets are available on 01202 897855.

Grant for new sports hall

Poole Grammar School has been awarded government funding of £3.8million to support the construction of a new sports hall to replace the current gym and facilities. The project is expected to take two years to complete, and should be finished by spring 2023. The new sports hall will have facilities to support a wide range of sports including basketball, volleyball, badminton, indoor football, indoor hockey, table tennis, martial arts, netball, trampolining, handball, yoga, Pilates, and Zumba, and will be available for community use outside of school hours. There will also be a fitness suite, indoor cricket nets, and a dedicated accessible climbing wall chamber.

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Forest Holme raises money through tree A very special tree has boosted the finances of Forest Holme by £10,000. Supporters of the Poole a donation to Forest Holme based hospice have helped Hospice Charity, each is the charity raise the money engraved with a personalised through dedications on message for a loved one. The its Celebration Tree in leaf tributes are then displayed the hospice garden. within the hospice garden for The tree was designed, a year, after which there will built and installed by Elite be the option to renew for Fabrication & Welding Ltd in another 12 months, or have 2019 to mark the hospice’s the leaf returned to keep. 25th anniversary, while Dolphin Marine offered its services to handcraft and engrave each dedication on a leaf in memory of a loved one. Both local companies have donated their time and materials free of charge. There are four L-R Neil Ball, Dolphin Marine; Kirsty designs of leaves, birds, Perks, Forest Holme; and Andy Rice, flowers and squirrels to Elite Fabrication choose from and, for

Charity of the Year As we’re coming towards the end of our year with Dorset View, I thought it would be a good opportunity to remind you of the sheer breadth of services we have – because we always need support from our community, whether it’s through fundraising, volunteering, or working with us as part of #TeamDA. First and foremost, we have our Advice Team, and they are here to help everyone, not just the people we support. From benefit applications and appeals through to Lasting Powers of Attorney, our team are ready to provide you with advice and guidance through life’s difficult situations. Our Children’s Team operate a specialist school, Langside School; a respite home for children, Lily’s Place; and one for young adults, Lawford Lodge. We also provide care in the home through

Shapes and Transitions and support children with special educational needs in the school holidays and weekends with our Short Breaks services and youth clubs. Adults are supported through The Beehive, a day therapy and activity centre where they can socialise, learn new skills, and develop their independence, and we look after a number of people in their own homes 24/7 through our Supported Living Service. No day is ever the same at Diverse Abilities, and we guarantee you’ll meet some truly fantastic personalities. If you want to find out more then our latest vacancies can be found at diverseabilities. org.uk/jobs and general details about us are at diverseabilities. org.uk Cat and the team at Diverse Abilities

Council responds to cycleway criticism By Marilyn Barber newseditor@mags4dorset.co.uk Dorset Council has responded to newspaper articles and comments on social media surrounding the construction of the cycleway along Wimborne Road West. A spokesman from the Transforming Travel team – which is delivered in partnership by BCP Council and Dorset Council through the Transforming Cities Fund – said the article was fundamentally flawed and based on false assumptions. The authority took action for an immediate retraction. He said the claim that it is one of the widest cycleways in Britain was incorrect. The cycle lane is two-way and there are many of this width across Britain. He said: “The total width of the two-way cycle lane on Wimborne Road West is 3.5 metres and the total road width is 6.5 metres. There is nothing unusual about these widths – there are many similar in Britain – and they conform to Highway standards.

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He added that the appropriate Highway design standards state that: • Two-way cycle lanes should be between three and four metres wide. The two-way cycle lane on Wimborne Road West at 3.5m is well within these guidelines • Two-way traffic lanes for mixed traffic should have a minimum width of six metres. The two-way traffic lane on Wimborne Road West is 6.5m wide and meets, and exceeds, this minimum standard

Jack Cousins from the AA said it was incorrect to state that ‘from a design point of view, they could have made equal room for both cyclists and drivers and built some kind of barrier or raised curb to separate the cycle lane. The two-way road (6.5m) is in fact wider than the twoway cycle lane (3.5m) and separated from the road with a raised kerb and white lines’. Local residents were sent letters about these works ahead of construction starting. Dorset Council said it had not received any reports of lorries clipping wing mirrors. Anyone with concerns about the work on Leigh Road/ Wimborne Road West should email transformingtravel@ dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.

The spokesman from Transforming Travel concluded that people on bikes can still legally use the road if they wish. This will remain the same when the scheme is complete however, given that the scheme is still under construction it is very likely that some cyclists will chose to use the road at this time. ● BCP Council and Dorset Council were jointly awarded £79m by the Department for Transport through its TCF scheme for a programme of investment across the south east Dorset city region. This grant, plus further money from the councils, local business groups and transport companies has given a total programme budget of £102m. The investment is funding a network of 78km of new cycle and walking routes and bus improvements across the region, connecting major housing, employment, education and retail centres. It promises to offer people safe, green and healthy travel options to get around, rather than relying on the car all the time, particularly for shorter journeys.

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Funding for mobile hospice clinics Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has been able to extend its essential services through the use of mobile clinics, thanks to a grant from the Talbot Village Trust. The hospice received the grant for £35,000, which has partially covered costs for a mobile clinic based in Bournemouth, and fully funded a weekly clinic in Wimborne. The Bournemouth mobile clinic, located at King’s Park, Boscombe, helps cancer patients with lymphoedema manage the chronic condition. The space is light, warm and has a friendly atmosphere, with the same clinical standards as in the hospice. Patients see the same faces each time, and benefit from Lewis-Manning bringing their

services closer to their homes. The Wimborne mobile clinic is based at The Hamworthy Club every Wednesday and offers a better breathing clinic, physiotherapy, complimentary therapy, plus family support and bereavement services. Both services have helped LewisManning’s patients reduce travel time while offering the same standards found in its hospice.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care mobile clinic team

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BeautyCare by Toni-Nicole By Karen Wyatt-Epapara

While I’m usually more of an ‘au naturel’ type of person, I like to be pampered as much as the next person so I jumped at the chance to try out a couple of treatments on offer at BeautyCare by Toni-Nicole. I was greeted by therapist Chantelle Macken, who also did my treatments – the Elim Pedicure and the LVL Lash Lift. While I was very much looking forward to the pedicure – one of my favourite indulgences – I wasn’t so sure about the lash lift, as this was right out of my comfort zone. I needn’t have worried, as Chantelle’s friendly and welcoming manner put me at ease. First up was the pedicure, which uses medical grade ingredients to remove hard skin and calluses from the feet. Exfoliation, a soak and foot massage followed, along with the application of a gel polish in a particularly lovely shade of blue. By the end, I was fully relaxed, ready for the lash lift. This treatment enhances your upper lashes by perming and tinting them. My lower lashes were taped down to stop them getting in the way, and shields laid over my top eyelashes before the solutions were applied. On completion, there was a noticeable difference to my lashes – they looked as if I was wearing mascara. The salon is a welcoming and friendly, and luxuriously decorated. To find out more, see www. professionalbeautycare.co.uk.

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Medical milestone for New cholesterolhospital in Bournemouth busting jab on NHS Nuffield Health Bournemouth has celebrated a medical milestone in the UK having performed 500 Mako robotic-arm assisted hip replacement surgeries. The team, led by orthopaedic consultant Professor Robert Middleton, has been using the Mako Robot to perform hip replacements since 2017.

The technology provides more accurate surgery, but the robot remains under the control of the surgeon throughout the operation. Before the procedure, a 3D model is created based on the patient’s own CT scan, enabling the exact size and placement of the hip implant to be planned with computers.

The NHS has announced that a new drug to lower cholesterol will be made available to its NHS patients. The new treatment, inclisiran, is delivered as an injection twice a year and can be used alongside statins, adding to the options available to patients to help control their cholesterol levels. Initially, the treatment will be offered to 300,000 patients with high cholesterol and a history of cardiovascular disease over the next three years. It could prevent 55,000 heart attacks and strokes, saving 30,000 lives within the next decade. More than two in five

people in England have high cholesterol, which puts them at significant risk of developing heart disease, and around 6.5 million adults in England are currently taking lipid-lowering drugs such as statins. Heart disease is the world’s biggest killer and annually accounts for around a quarter of deaths in England, with 140,000 people dying from the condition each year. Nurses will be able to administer inclisiran as an injection in GP surgeries, meaning patients can avoid regular visits to hospital. After an initial dose, the drug will be given again after three months and then twice a year.

We care passionately… could you? Bluebird Care Ferndown are hiring It isn’t about previous experience. Bluebird Care want to ensure their customers receive the very best care and to do that they need people who are naturally compassionate, caring and patient. They want a team who genuinely cares for each of their customers as if the customer was part of their own family. Roles involve: providing personal care, administering medication, moving and handling and promoting customer

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wellbeing. You must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle as Bluebird Care visits individuals in their own homes. In return Bluebird Care Ferndown offers excellent rates of pay, mileage allowance, paid ongoing training, healthcare scheme, free uniform, flexible working, job satisfaction and career progression. Please call the friendly office team on 01202 977200 to find out more or alternatively visit bluebirdcare. co.uk/Ferndown

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Students urged to be aware of meningitis Young people off to university or starting work this autumn are being urged not to assume they have Covid-19 if they feel ill – it might be meningitis. Charity Meningitis Now is concerned that the combination of new-found social freedoms and the desire to mix in large groups or move to campus-based accommodation, presents the ideal opportunity for infectious diseases, such as meningitis, to spread. It is calling on young people to carefully consider their actions if they or any of their friends fall ill. In particular, government advice to self-isolate if Covid-19 is suspected could have the worst possible consequences if the illness is actually meningitis or septicaemia. Meningitis Now chief executive, Dr Tom Nutt, said: “Research has shown that up to a quarter of 15 to 24-yearolds carry the bacteria

that cause meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia in the back of their throats compared to one in 10 of the general population.” Whilst acknowledging that many young people will have been vaccinated against MenACWY, he says: “We estimate that up to half a million under25s may have missed this important vaccination,” and he urges those who haven’t had it yet to contact their GP and get up-to-date. Early signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia can be similar to flu, a tummy bug or hangover and include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, muscle pain, stomach cramps and fever with cold hands and feet. More specific symptoms include drowsiness, confusion, pale blotchy skin, stiff neck, dislike of bright lights and a rash that doesn’t fade under pressure.

Volunteer achieves ‘Captain Tom 100’ During the pandemic Andy Byers has certainly done his share of volunteering, and so far has notched up 100 shifts for the Captain Tom Challenge. He came out of early retirement in 2020 to support the NHS and has split his time between working at Poole Hospital and for the community action network running the BIC vaccination centre. Only counting the shifts he completed following Captain Tom’s birthday on 30 April, Andy has clocked up 325 hours of NHS volunteering. “I took early retirement to spend more time with my family so it’s a bit bonkers that I’ve spent so much time with the NHS,” Andy said, “but I’m exmilitary, and when Covid-19 hit I knew Andy Byers the community needed the support.” His next goal is to complete 100 shifts for Poole Hospital and 100 for the vaccination centre. “I do believe that what you put in the pot one day you’re going to take out of the pot so I don’t mind giving the time while I can. Plus, University Hospitals Dorset replaced both my knees, so the least I can do is get them working and give back,” he said. If you are interested in volunteering for UHD, email thinkbig.volunteers@uhd.nhs.uk.

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Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre in danger of closure By Marilyn Barber • newseditor@mags4dorset.co.uk

If local people want Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre to remain open, they need to have their say on its future. Dorset Council is considering whether to withdraw from the contract to run the centre which could lead to its closure as a public facility. The move would also reduce central government funding to the school by £280,000 per year. QE Leisure Centre is owned by the school’s foundation and is managed by the council under a dual use agreement, allowing the school and wider community to use it. Facilities include a 25m swimming pool, three

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gymnasiums, climbing wall, fitness studios and an outdoor 3G sports pitch. If the council withdraws from the agreement, the school will lose vital funding from central government that is required to maintain the facilities, which already require investment. Headteacher Katie Boyes said: “The agreement allows the council to give two years’ notice on withdrawing from the contract, which is what they are considering. “Clearly this would leave

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the school in a difficult position, especially as we would lose £280,000 per year funding from central government and be left with a building which requires considerable investment. “We would of course find a way to continue the commitment to our comprehensive and excellent school sports programmes, but our preferred option is for the school and council to continue working together. “The agreement, which was between us and East Dorset District Council prior to the local government reorganisation, runs until 2086. The centre was purposebuilt as a dual use facility. “Before the final decision is taken the council is holding a consultation and we’d urge people to let the council know what they think. “The local area has a rapidly growing population and the leisure centre provides the school and the community with vital sporting and fitness facilities.” Queen Elizabeth’s School is part of Wimborne Academy Trust. Cllr Jill Haynes, Dorset Council’s portfolio holder for Customer and Community Services, said: “At a time when all our council budgets are stretched, we are struggling to justify continuing to spend so much on a facility that we don’t

own, in an area that already has many leisure opportunities. “We recognise that, if the school is unable to make alternative arrangements for the future management of the facility, there may be an impact on both employees and users of QELC. Therefore, it is important we carry out this consultation exercise so we can properly consider the views of those who may be most affected by the proposed withdrawal of our management. “If you are a resident of the Dorset Council area or a regular visitor to QELC as an individual, part of a group or an employee, then we want to hear your views. Please fill out the survey before 7 November, after which we will collate the feedback, publish our findings and report back to elected members, who will make a final decision on our future with QELC. Thank you for your input.” The authority says it subsidises its community use of QELC at a cost of over half a million pounds a year, which is far higher than any of the eight leisure facilities the council owns, which have to share what’s left of the £1.7m per year leisure centres budget. The consultation is available from www.dorsetcouncil. gov.uk/QELC-survey.

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Dogs can predict epileptic seizures New research has shown that dogs can predict epileptic seizures, offering a warning sign to owners, which has the potential to save lives. Research led by Queen’s University Belfast found that there is a specific smell associated with epileptic seizures, which is detectable by pet dogs. The study found that the dogs could predict when a seizure was imminent. Epilepsy is a debilitating and potentially life-threatening neurological condition. There is currently no reliable and simple early warning seizureonset device available, so those who suffer with

unpredictable seizures live in fear of injury or sudden death. Using pet dogs to predict an oncoming seizure could return a sense of independence to those affected. There have been anecdotal accounts of pet dogs predicting their owner’s epileptic seizures by becoming attentive and by demonstrating attention-seeking behaviours, but previously, no scientific study had been carried out. Dr Neil Powell, lead researcher from the School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast, said: “We hypothesized that, given the extraordinary sense of smell of dogs, a volatile organic compound exhaled by the dog’s epileptic owner may provide an early

warning trigger mechanism to which make dogs react before the seizure. The results have shown pet dogs to be a reliable source to detect an on-set seizure.”

Protect your pets in bangs and flashes season By Lynwood Vets Planning ahead of the firework season can ease stress and reduce the chance of danger in the case of an unexpected reaction. Cowering, shaking, panting excessively and hiding are a few of the many signs that may suggest your pet is scared. With just a few practical changes at home, your pet should feel much calmer and more relaxed. On the evenings you expect fireworks, walk your dog as early as possible and ensure your cat is safely inside and provided with a litter tray. Try to create a “safe place” where they can feel reassured. For rabbits and guinea pigs, consider bringing the hutch or cage indoors and provide extra bedding so they can burrow and get cosy. A quiet room is best or an unused garage or shed is a good alternative. Draw the curtains and turn on the radio to mask and

muffle the sound of fireworks. If your pet tries to hide away don’t coax them out, this is a place that they may feel safe. Have your pets microchipped in case they escape – by law your dog should already be microchipped. It is easy to feel the urge to frantically pet or speak to your pets to calm them down when they are anxious but one of the best ways to relax them when they are nervous is to be relaxed yourself. Firework phobia can be a treatable condition and animals don’t have to suffer every year. Seeing your pet in distress is not very nice but there are many ways that your veterinary practice can help pets that fear fireworks. It may be that your pet needs to start a long-term training programme alongside support to help them overcome their fear, however in some severe cases some pets may require medication.

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Can you make hopeful hoppy bunnies happy? Waggy Tails Rescue, the local animal sanctuary, is getting back to normal after a stressful 18 months during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is now able to rehome and hold its monthly meetings. Although the charity has fewer dogs than in previous years it, like other rescue centres, is waiting for the impact following the ‘lockdown’ puppies. What wasn’t anticipated was the sudden influx of rabbits of all sizes and the sponsors on these pages have risen to the occasion to help these adorable-looking bunnies find forever homes. As you will see, among the rabbits there are also a few puppies, dogs and a pair of guinea pigs all in need of rehoming. Just give Waggy Tails a ring on 01202 875000 if you can offer a good home to any of them.

The charity is beginning to organise its fundraising events again and its first one will be an Autumn Fair at Kinson Community Centre on Saturday 30 October. It’s a definite date to put in your diary and a great event to support. More details will be available on the waggytails.org. uk website and Facebook nearer the time. You will also see the charity out and about attending other events. Fancy a bargain? Waggy Tails’ Turbary Road charity shop has lots on offer at the moment, so do pop in and take a look.

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CHRISTCHURCH FOOD FESTIVAL The Christchurch Food Festiva l on 28 - 30 August was a huge success. Her e are some photos that captured the flavour of the event including one of che f and TV presenter Rosemary Shrage r who entertained the crowds.

Bond is back at the Regent Centre! That’s right, the film we’ve all been waiting for is showing at the Regent Centre in Christchurch from Friday 15 October. In No Time to Die (12A), Bond (Daniel Craig) has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is shortlived when old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out

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to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. Don’t miss your chance to see the 25th film in the Bond series at the Regent Centre. Showing on selected dates from 15–27 October, to include a subtitled screening on Sunday 24 October. For tickets visit www. regentcentre.co.uk or call the box office: 01202 499199.

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Winner Danny Howe talks to Louis Pulford Hi Danny where are you based? I have been based in Blandford Forum, Dorset for the past four years but moved to Emsworth in Hampshire a few weeks ago. Where was the photo taken? The photo was taken in Blandford Forum at sunset What gear do you use? My camera is a Nikon D810 and for this photo I used a Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 lens. What is your favourite time of day to take photos? I really don’t have a favourite time of day, I enjoy sunrise, sunset and astro photography. I enjoy landscape, wildlife and portrait photography… I love it all.

How long have you been into photography? I first got into photography in March 2018 after my wife bought me a camera as a surprise for my birthday and I’ve loved it ever since. She’s since regretted it as I’m always buying more camera gear. I’m lucky though as she genuinely doesn’t mind. What compels you to go and take photos? It’s been good for my mental health and general well being. I love being out in nature and capturing a great shot and there’s always that thought in my head that the next shot could be the ‘perfect’ one, whether it be a bird, landscape, a butterfly, dog or a sunset. I love sitting

down and editing the shots I’ve captured and sharing them with everyone and hope they bring some enjoyment to others too. What advice would you give to someone who is planning to take up photography in the Dorset area? You are genuinely in the perfect area for photography! Dorset has so much beautiful landscape and an abundance of wildlife. Grab your camera and get out there.. you won’t regret it. Oh and YouTube is your best friend for learning how to use your camera. It’s how I learnt.

Where can readers see more of your work? You can see more of my work by following my Facebook page ‘Danny Howe’ and my Instagram dannyhowe847. Do you have anything else you wish to add? Just to say thank you so much for selecting my photo for the front cover. To know people enjoy what I do, genuinely makes my day. Thank you

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Wimborne History Festival Images by Tom Scrase

Wimborne History Festival returned to the town on 4 and 5 September, with a Georgian theme this year. The festival was opened by the deputy mayor, Cllr Carol Butter, after which displays and activities took place all around the town over the two days. Re-enactors, some of whom travelled from around the country, entertained with their authentic living history performances and State of Play Arts researched the lives of three Georgian Wimborne residents – Elizabeth King, William Castleman and Gerald Rowe – and brought them to life at each venue throughout the weekend. Arena displays took place at Willow Walk, from

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re-enactment groups including the 95th Rifles, the Association of Crown Forces, the 32nd Regiment, the Royal Navy and the Society of King George III. There was plenty to entertain even the youngest festival goers, with family-friendly activities such as Punch and Judy, Maypole dancing, craft activities, Georgian games and storytelling at the Museum of East Dorset, the Square, the Allendale Centre, Allendale House, the Minster Green and Walford Mill. Visitors to the museum were able to sample traditional biscuits made from a Georgian recipe while, at Walford Mill, there were corn grinding and bread making demonstrations.

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Celebrating 70 years of friendship By Karen Wyatt-Epapara

Exactly 70 years after they started at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, five friends met up to celebrate the anniversary Bob White, Ken Taylor, Alan Hall, Tony Gould and Keith Harvey joined the school as 11-year-olds in 1951, where they shared many experiences over those formative years. They spoke with much fondness of their time at the school, agreeing that they were good times indeed. Their reminiscences highlighted the differences between education then and now. They laughed as they remembered the school swimming sports, which took place in the river, and when girls were allowed to join the school in 1953, giving them ‘other interests’. Their teachers clearly made a strong impression – many were 'real characters', and they all had nicknames

too. Albert ‘Fishy’ Maiden, their old English teacher was held in particular regard. Apparently, the nickname was acquired as he “swam like a fish” in his youth, and not for more unkind reasons. Adult life took them in different directions: Ken spent most of his life working in the civil service; Alan ended his career as chief chemist at Wellworthy Ltd; Bob went through the technical college system to become a professor of engineering at Southampton University; Tony served an apprenticeship before becoming a union officer for the Transport and General Workers’ Union and Keith was a draughtsman at Hamworthy Engineering.

From L-R: Bob White, Ken Taylor, Alan Hall, Tony Gould, Keith Harvey

Even so, they kept in touch over the years, but meeting up at an Old Winburnians reunion 20 years ago rekindled their friendship and they’ve been regularly meeting up ever since. The five wanted to acknowledge friends who couldn’t make the get together, or are no longer with us. Chris Peters lives in Windermere, and was unable to attend, while a number of boys pictured in the form photo have

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sadly passed away. Bob spoke for the group when he said: “Looking back, we realise that we were taught by real scholars, teachers who had a genuine interest in their subjects. It was an era gone by, but a good one, and gave us experiences that bound us together in our formative years.”

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Wimborne Probus Club reopens After 18 months' absence of meetings through lockdown, the Wimborne Probus Club has been able to return to normality. Although he was elected in 2020, the September meeting was the first face-to-face meeting for president Mike Webber. He was also able to savour for the first time the new venue for the club – Broadstone Golf Club. Mike said: “We are delighted to be back in business at this magnificent new venue, where we have been made to feel most welcome. As people are so pleased to be able to mix socially again, we have seen an influx of new

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members and guests.” The Probus Club of Wimborne, which is for retired men, meets on the first Thursday of each month for lunch followed by a speaker for a range of topics. The club also arranges social visits and events. New members are always welcome. Contact secretary John Kent 01202 693279, email secretary@ wimborneprobus.org.uk or visit www.wimborneprobus.org.uk

Duck race raises more than £1,700

Campaign to reduce single use cups

Reusable coffee cup campaign Wimborne’s community has joined together to make a fun film encouraging people to remember reusable coffee cups. During the pandemic, there was a noticeable increase in litter, with bins overflowing in the town as people were reluctant to use reusable cups. Residents and businesses decided to take action to reverse the growing trend. Wimborne War on Waste, which is committed to cutting single-use plastics in Wimborne, organised a working group with Wimborne

BID, Wimborne Minster Town Council and Litter Free Dorset. The campaign encouraged people to take rubbish home when the bin is full. As part of the campaign, a short film was made to encourage people to take their own reusable cups out with them. Filming was done in the town centre, in familiar spots. The public were invited to take part in the final scene, which was shot with a drone over the Square. You can watch the film on YouTube by searching for ‘Wimborne Reuse and Rethink’.

The 21st Wimborne in Bloom Duck Race raised over £1,700 towards In Bloom funds. This was the first fundraising event Wimborne in Bloom had been able to hold since March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic and was a most welcome contribution to somewhat depleted funds.

Wimborne Bear Day at Model Town Wimborne Model Town is offering free admission to juniors for the Wimborne Bear Day on Sunday 3 October. There will be a Wimborne Bears quiz trail, story tales of Wimborne Bears and the Dorset Youth Marching Band in attendance. Visitors, who are welcome to bring their own teddies, can also enter the Wimborne Bear Story and Painting Competition sponsored by Wimborne

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Town Council with prizes to be awarded by the mayor, Cllr Kelly Webb, on 24 October. Autumn half term, 23 – 31 October, is the last chance to visit the charity attraction this season and enjoy a special Halloween quiz searching for clues around the 1950s' miniature buildings. This will also be the last week that the Life Before Lego exhibition and the Wareham Bears can be visited in 2021.

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Befriending volunteers needed By Karen Wyatt-Epapara

Wimborne Befriending Service, which has been in operation for about 10 years in the BH21 postcode area, is looking for volunteers. The service pairs its clients with a volunteer who will then visit on a regular basis. It is currently being managed by Judi Runciman, who said the service is always in need of new volunteers as new clients come on board. Clients are usually referred by a doctor, social prescriber or family member and are people whose quality of life could be improved though social contact with another person. There is no charge for the service, which is entirely volunteer-run. Prospective volunteers are vetted before they can be matched with a client. This includes completion of forms, an interview and submission of photo ID. References and a DBS check are also required. Once someone has been approved, they will receive a volunteer’s badge and will officially become a volunteer. The service is managed through the Royal Voluntary

Service, which pays for the necessary checks, so the only cost to the volunteer at this stage is for the photo ID. When a client is referred, Judi will make a home visit to meet them and find what they hope to gain from the service. She then matches the client to the volunteer best placed to meet their needs. She will introduce the two, usually in the client’s home, before leaving them to get to know one another. Judi said: “Initially, I ask for one visit a week. This is usually around one-anda-half hours and it’s up to the client and volunteer what that will include. It may be simply for a chat over a cup of tea, or helping someone with limited sight to complete a crossword puzzle, for example. “It needs to be a two-way thing, and both the client and volunteer should enjoy the visits. Sometimes, the client and volunteer develop a real friendship, and visits become more frequent, or they catch up in between by phone.” Judi said that a lot of people in the area have been hard hit by the Covid-19

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pandemic. Some are experiencing very real anxiety at the thought of leaving their homes after so long, while others are struggling to maintain mobility after not being able to get out and about as much as they would have previously. Others have hit a debilitating apathy where leaving the house becomes very difficult. Judi said: “Often the people we see are at rock bottom and yet, even in a short visit, you can see someone visibly light up through human contact. It’s really lovely, and very rewarding when you see this happen.” According to Judi, prospective volunteers need to be “positive people – sympathetic, encouraging and able to adapt their approach.” If you would like to find out more about becoming a volunteer for the service, call Judi on 07717 748730 or email wimbornebs@ royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk.

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It’s partytime! By Marilyn Barber

You may not ‘wish it could be Christmas everyday’ but it will be here soon enough, and if you haven’t booked your dinners and parties don’t delay as calendars are filling up faster than you can say ‘mince pies’. Let’s look at the different options you could consider. A group of friends Meeting for a lunch or dinner in the lead up to Christmas is a great way to catch up with those you might not have seen much recently. Either a pub or a cosy restaurant

would make ideal venues. The venue will usually provide a menu and ask diners to book their choices before the day. Be warned, it is likely that very few of your party will remember their menu

choice, so the organiser is advised to keep a record of what everyone has ordered.

animated reindeer. You could even invite your guests to dress as elves or snowmen!

Family Catering for extended family can be a nightmare for those unused to cooking for a big group, so why not let a hotel or restaurant do all the hard work? What a treat to wake up on Christmas morning knowing that job is someone else’s problem, and you can simply enjoy the family gathering.

Allergy alert If you are organising a ‘do’, make sure you check if your guests have any allergies. Restaurants, pubs and hotels can ensure there is something suitable for every diner.

Office parties If you work for a big company, the chances are the office party will be organised for you, but if your organisation is small, you might like to join other companies in a Christmas party night at a hotel. That way you will probably be able to enjoy drinks on arrival, streamers, crackers and most importantly a disco. Do-it-yourself If you’ve decided to hire a hall or to have a party at home, you will need to make the room look festive. Think party hats, crackers and table decorations such as mini Christmas trees, bauble trees and even

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Getting home Police forces across the country run pre-Christmas and New Year drink driving campaigns, and the Dorset and Hampshire forces are no exception. Don’t take any risks as one drink can so easily lead to another. And although there are usually one or two people who are happy to be the designated drivers, it really isn’t fair to have them motoring all over the area late at night, dropping off their friends and family. A taxi has to be the sensible answer, even if you are teetotal, as it makes the start of the evening a bit special, and ensures you get home safely. But do book well in advance. Have fun.

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Method

1. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Add the bucatini and cook according to pack instructions (about 8-9 minutes). 2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in a medium frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the garlic for 1-2 minutes until golden, then add the chilli flakes and tuna and cook for 1-2 more minutes, breaking up the tuna into chunks. Take off the heat, and stir in the remaining 1 tbsp oil, the lemon juice and diced tomatoes. Season and set aside. 3. When the pasta is ready, scoop out a mugful of the cooking water, then drain. Tip the pasta into the frying pan with 3 tbsp cooking water and toss together. Stir in the parsley, then divide between plates. Scatter with the lemon zest and a little finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano if liked, and serve immediately.

Tuna, Garlic & Chilli Pasta Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 2

Ingredients

Cook’s tip

It’s much easier to zest the lemon before you juice it. Finely grate it onto a plate and set aside to sprinkle over the pasta before serving.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Waitrose. Thousands of recipes can be found at www.waitrose. com/recipes.

180g bucatini pasta 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1⁄4 tsp chilli flakes 110g pot John West fridge pot tuna steak in sunflower oil 1⁄2 unwaxed lemon, zest and juice 160g tomatoes, finely diced 1 tbsp finely chopped flat leaf parsley

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New festive celebrations in Christchurch Christchurch will celebrate the festive season this year in a different way, with the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar (CLAC). Every evening from 1 to 24 December, a door or window will open at 6.15pm somewhere in Christchurch town centre for a surprise 30-minute popup performance – except on Christmas Eve, when the performance will be in Saxon Square at 2pm. Admission to performances is free, and there is no need to pre-book. Each performance will be in support of a different local charity, with a raffle freewill collection for those who wish to donate. The venues will be announced in advance, but

the performer(s) will not be revealed until the door or window opens – just as in a normal Advent calendar. The event is being organised by Christchurch Rotary, with administration costs being covered by a generous grant from the Primrose Trust Charity. Local businesses can also sponsor a specific evening – for information email christchurch livingadvent@gmail.com. Full details of venues, charities and sponsors will be available at christchurchliving adventcalendar.org.uk from mid-November.

Events The details of the events below are accurate at the time of going to press but will be subject to any government regulations in place at the time of the event. Check before travelling. Send in details of your events to: newseditor@ mags4dorset.co.uk 30 Sept to 3 Oct 2.30-11.30pm Swanage Blues Festival. Details from www.swanage-blues.org 2 Oct and 25 Nov 7.30pm The Ocean Film Festival, Christchurch Regent Centre 2 Oct 7.30pm Viva Voce presents Our Kind of Music at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Proceeds to Streetlight Project. Tickets from 01202 887247. www.theallendale.org. 3 Oct Wimborne Bear Day events at Wimborne Model Town including Dorset Youth Marching Band at 1pm, Tales of Wimborne Bears with Marilyn Barber at 2pm and finale at 3pm including a march around the Model Town with visitors and teddies in tow. 6 Oct & every Wed until 27 Oct 2pm-5pm Edmondsham House open garden for NGS. Six acres of mature gardens. 9 Oct 10.30-4.30pm Bournemouth Vegan Market, Citygate Centre, 138A Holdenhurst Road, Boscombe. Raising funds for animal protection charity Miracle’s Mission. Admission £4 with U16s free or £15 in advance from Eventbrite. www. veganeventsuk.co.uk/

A previous Christmas in Christchurch

16-23 Oct Wimborne Green Festival includes Eco Fair, apple pressing and a Repair Café workshop. Visit the Wimborne Green Festival Facebook page for programme and booking details as they become available. 16 Oct 10am – 4pm WDCA Eco Fair at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne

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16 Oct 7.30pm Bournemouth Folk Club St Ambrose Church at the top of Alum Chine in Westbourne presents Midnight Skyracer. For more information or to book, visit https:// bournemouthfolkclub.com/ 16 Oct 10.30am-3pm Broadstone Musical Market in centre of Broadstone. Craft and produce stalls, prize shop trail and music throughout the day. 19 Oct 8pm Wimborne Civic Society meeting at the Quarterjack Room, Allendale Centre. Mrs Pauline Crump will talk on Portland and the Stone Industry. £1 for members, £3 for visitors. 24 Oct 10am-4pm Railway Exhibition (7mm scale) at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne, BH21 1AS. Traders, test track for visitors to use. Display of operating Hornby Tinplate. Admission £5, accompanied young children free. Pay and display car park. Café open for refreshments. 30 Oct 2.30pm Sunrise, Sunset, charity concert in aid of the new Macmillan unit at Christchurch Hospital at St Martin’s Church, West Moors. Francesco and Daniela in quartet with Dianne and Christopher accompanied by John Porter. Tickets £6 from Brewer and Brewer on online at www.urc-eastdoret.org.uk 5 Nov 7.30pm The Real Housewives of Codswallop at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Girls’ night out show. Tickets from 01202 887247 or www. theallendale.org 7 Nov 10-4pm Wimborne & District Community Association Food Fair at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne. Free entry. 25 Nov 7.30pm Bournemouth Folk Club St Ambrose Church at the top of Alum Chine in Westbourne presents Martyn Joseph. For more information or to book, visit https:// bournemouthfolkclub.com/

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Manners matter when buying a home

Creating a good first impression could help you get a better deal on your dream home, according to research by GetAgent.co.uk. The research showed that 72 per cent of sellers would be influenced by first impressions when choosing their preferred buyer, while 36 per cent said they would consider a lower offer from them. The biggest pet hate amongst home sellers is when a prospective buyer makes negative comments about the house, their children or their pets within earshot of them. Poor punctuality was also

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likely to cause annoyance. Bad manners, such as sitting on furniture, entering a room without permission or failing to remove dirty shoes could also scupper your chances of securing a purchase as a buyer. However, 28 per cent of sellers said a sale is just a sale and the relationship formed with a buyer when viewing has no influence on their decision of who to sell to.

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Sweep your chimney for winter

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Before colder autumn weather sets in, it is a good idea to have your chimney swept if you’re planning to use an open fire or log burner Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) is encouraging homeowners to get their chimneys swept by an approved sweep to prevent chimney damage and reduce the chance of a house fire. DWFRS Safe & Well manager, Vikki Thomas, said: “A clean chimney can help prevent fires and structural damage to your property. Getting a qualified chimney sweep to inspect your chimney regularly, and using a quality assured fuel, are the keys to prevention. As well as removing soot and tar deposits, and clearing obstructions such as bird or animal nests, leaves and debris, the sweep will also check for any problems with the chimney or liner.” The service attended almost 170 chimney fires across the region in 2021-21, and has issued the following safety advice for anyone who has a working chimney at home:

• Don’t use flammable liquids such as petrol or paraffin to light your fire • Don’t burn excessive amounts of paper or rubbish • Don’t overload the fire with fuel • Take advice from your chimney sweep on how often they should visit, as the type of fire you have can impact on this • Always get the chimney swept before the colder weather sets in • Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms at home, and test them regularly If you have any fire safety concerns, you can request a free Safe & Well visit, where someone will visit you to help you assess the fire risk in your home and offer support and guidance. Call free on 0800 038 2323 or apply online at www. dwfire.org.uk/safe-and-well-visits/

Gas Safety Week

– use a registered engineer Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has also recently supported Gas Safety Week and is urging people to use a registered engineer. Poorly maintained gas appliances can cause leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Safe & Well manager Vikki Thomas said: “Unsafe gas appliances can put your life in danger. If you don’t have your annual gas safety check from a registered engineer you could be at risk of fires, gas leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning.” She also recommended that homes with gas boilers, solid fuel burning appliances, such as wood burners, Agas and open fireplaces have carbon monoxide detectors as well as working smoke alarms. “They really do save lives,” she said. Jonathan Samuel, chief executive for Gas Safe

Register, said: “Ensuring people always use a suitably qualified Gas Safe registered engineer to work on gas appliances in their homes is a great way to show how we can work together to stay gas safe.” Always ask to see your engineer’s Gas Safe ID card. Make sure you check the back of the card, which will state which gas appliances they are qualified to work on. You can find a registered engineer in your area by visiting the Gas Safe Register website at GasSafeRegister.co.uk Don’t suffer from the effects of illegal gas work through lack of awareness.

If you smell gas or think there might be a gas leak, call the free 24-hour national gas emergency number immediately on 0800 111 999.

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How a Broadview pergola creates the perfect outdoor entertainment space As homeowners seek to make their garden – rather than their living space – the ultimate hosting area, Poole-based Broadview Shading Solutions

have seen a large increase in people enquiring about their modern, stylish pergolas – and demand is not slowing down. They’ve had the privilege

of installing their pergolas in a whole host of stunning gardens across the south and it’s almost impossible to pick their favourite installation from the last year, but a particularly special one was carried out on a local property in Branksome Park. With its fully automated, louvred roof, stylishly cladded side, and flat screen TV-style heaters, Broadview created the ultimate outside space in which to host friends and family for its client. With the addition of two translucent ZIP screens and mobile app control, which means the homeowner can adjust the position of the louvres from their phone, the pergola is the ultimate in outdoor living. Ian Pratt, director of Broadview Residential Shading

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Solutions, commented: “Transforming gardens into contemporary outside entertainment areas gives our team a great sense of pride and satisfaction. We go above and beyond to ensure every single installation is fitted exactly to specification, so the client has an area that they can be proud to show to their friends and family. Investing in outdoor living not only adds value to your home but can also offer benefits for your wellbeing.” If you’d like to discuss the idea of transforming your outside space, please call 01202 679012, pop into the showroom on the Nuffield Industrial Estate or visit the website at www. patioandgardenshading.co.uk

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E-scooters seized by police Dorset Police has seized 25 e-scooters for being ridden on public land or having been involved in suspected criminal activity. The illegal use of e-scooters remains an important element of Operation Relentless and the force carried out two days of action recently. Individuals were asked to sign an agreement that they will stop using their e-scooter illegally on public roads. In addition, riders of e-scooters hired through the Beryl trial scheme currently operating in Bournemouth and Poole were also stopped where they were found to be using them improperly, including riding on pavements. As part of the government’s e-scooter trials, they are classed as a type of motor vehicle and require a valid driving licence, insurance and for users to abide by the rules of the road.

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Blooming magnificent Delayed from June this year, until 5 September, the annual open gardens in Wimborne raised over £4,000 to keep the town blooming lovely. Despite many other attractions in the area holding events on the same weekend, the support for the Wimborne in Bloom fundraiser was magnificent. Over 600 people travelled from garden to garden spending money and every penny raised will be used to provide the

town’s floral displays. Richard Nunn, chairman of Wimborne in Bloom said: “To say ‘thank you’ almost seems inadequate to recognise the work put in by all involved – especially those who spent so many hours ensuring their gardens were at their best even later in the season. The efforts of everyone resulted in over £4,200 being raised – thank you all so much.”

Join Ferndown PROBUS Club Try something new and enjoy good food, great company and interesting speakers. Ferndown PROBUS is a members’ club for retired or semiretired professional men. Its aim is to create a positive ambience of fellowship, friendship and fun. Meetings are held at midday on the first Wednesday of each month at Dudsbury Golf Club, Hotel & Spa, Ferndown. The meetings centre around a three-course lunch followed

by the invited speaker’s talk. A coffee morning is held on the second Wednesday of each month for members and their partners to enjoy a sociable get together, with social events arranged throughout the year. To find out more please ring the secretary, Alan Stevens, on 01202 876826, or email: secretary@ ferndownprobusclub.org More information can also be found at www. ferndownprobusclub.org

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The switch to E10 You will no doubt be aware that a new type of petrol is now available at the pumps. The new E10 fuel aims to cut CO2 emissions, potentially by up to 750,000 tonnes per year, or the equivalent of taking 350,000 cars off the road. The government hopes this will contribute towards its target to become carbon neutral by 2050. The new fuel type is more environmentally friendly as it uses a higher proportion of ethanol to regular petrol. Previously, five per cent was used compared with 10 per cent for E10 – hence the name. Ethanol is alcohol-based and is made by the fermentation of plants such as sugarcane and grains, which balances out the carbon dioxide produced by cars when it is used. E10 is much cleaner to use than the old E5, and is already in wide use in other countries across Europe, including France, Germany and Belgium. Older cars made in the early 2000s, and classic cars, may not be compatible with E10, but will be able to continue to use E5 premium or super grade fuel. Using E10 in a non-compatible car may not cause immediate problems, but they could develop over time and may not be covered by your insurer. To check your car for compatibility, see www.check-vehiclecompatibility-e10-petrol.service.gov.uk/manufacturer/

Choose the right tyres for electric vehicles Owners of electric vehicles (EVs) are being advised to pay close attention to the tyres they choose when the originals need replacing. According to TyreSafe, increasingly, the tyres fitted on EVs are specifically designed for use on this type of vehicle and can be significantly different to the ‘normal’ tyres motorists are familiar with. It warns that EV owners fitting the wrong type of tyre could result in loss of range, extra noise, accelerated wear and the risk of failing while being driven, which could result in a serious incident. Factors to take into consideration include: Vehicle weight – EVs are well-known for being heavier than their petrol or diesel equivalents, so an owner must be aware of their tyre’s load rating when a replacement is needed, as well as maintaining the recommended tyre pressure at all times. Rolling resistance – getting this wrong can impact on the maximum range of an EV. A tyre should have the least rolling resistance as possible, however a balance needs to be struck as grip is essential for safety when it comes to

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braking. Minimising rolling resistance while providing adequate grip seems like a contradictory requirement but this is a key performance characteristic for EVs to ensure maximum range. Robustness – EVs produce maximum power from standing, which places high demands on the rubber compound of the tyres. The right mixture of components and appropriate tread pattern will provide a tyre lifespan comparable with petrol or diesel vehicles. Noise – as EV motors produce very little noise, the quiet cabin environment is one of the big attractions of these cars, which could easily be ruined by the wrong choice of tyre. If in doubt, choosing a like-for-like tyre to the factoryfitted ones will allow EV owners to enjoy the full benefit of the electric car revolution and reduce the risks of an incident. More information can be found at tyresafe.org in the ‘About Tyres’ section.

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Vehicle numbers through Keyhole Bridge explained

To express your opinion or ideas about the community send your letters to letters@dorsetview.co.uk Keyhole Bridge has never been a problem I have seen the article in your magazine about the Keyhole Bridge. I started the Keep Keyhole Bridge Open (KKBO) group to fight for it to stay open. This bridge has never been a problem in all the years it has been open up until it was wrongly closed. The council then saw sense and reopened it. Myself and everyone, including councillors in my group, will do our utmost to keep Keyhole Bridge open for everyone to use and enjoy, we are not being selfish at all by wanting this. Let’s not forget though that this bridge is not only an entrance to Poole Park, it is also a link to Orchard and Twemlow Avenue for the residents. Lee Atkins Keep Keyhole Bridge Open Keyhole bridge solution I’ve driven through that tiny gap many times over the last 30+ years. Drivers seem to take extra care and patiently wait their turn. I can understand the local residents wanting a rat-run closed. Equally they need to accept that others enjoy off-peak use of that roadway to enjoy the park or to go on to Lilliput and beyond. It’s a pleasant drive. So therein lies a possible solution. Close the bridge when the park is closed to traffic. Leave it open otherwise. ND Seabrook email

Keyhole Bridge – gross exaggeration I picked up a copy of your magazine from Bournemouth Library this afternoon and am quite intrigued by your article on Keyhole Bridge (September 2021). I live in Bournemouth and although I do not use the route regularly, I felt compelled to write regarding the figure of ‘hundreds of cars’ passing through an hour. This appears to be a gross exaggeration, the group wishing to keep the bridge closed do indeed have a Facebook page, and on this page, it is a public page, there are recent videos included purporting to show how traffic moves through this small bridge. These videos appear speeded up and to myself and to quite a few other people, the footage misrepresents the real situation. Although I am an infrequent user, I feel I should add my voice to counteract those who wish to close this bridge to traffic. I belong to a group rivalling the Keyhole Bridge Group, and have been a member for a number of weeks, but reading your magazine article today and reading what they say about the amount of vehicular traffic, which I feel is grossly distorted, I felt I had to write to offer my opinion on this matter. Brigitte Barnes Bournemouth

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Dorset View has received a number of letters querying the amount of vehicles passing through Keyhole Bridge as stated in the article in our September issue (Vol 19, Issue 2). In a Post Engagement final decision to revoke the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order to remove the Emergency Active Travel Fund Tranche 1 point road closure from Whitecliff Road at Keyhole Bridge made by BCP Council on 27 January 2021, under the sub heading The Park Experience, the Portfolio Holder Notes state: ‘It is clear that a large number of people who enjoy Poole Park on foot or cycle believe their experience has been enhanced by not having motorized traffic passing through this section of the park. Previously there were around 290 vehicles per hour using Keyhole Bridge, rising to around 510 during the 5pm to 6pm key commuter hour.’ We hope this clarifies the situation and apologise if the way in which the article was worded raised any unnecessary concerns. Editor

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Choose the right tyres for electric vehicles

Celebrating 70 years of friendship

Council responds to cycleway criticism