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90 years and stronger than ever Verwood Carnival celebrated its 90th year with a three-day celebration, including workshops, held over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend. The procession on Bank Holiday Monday took an extended route ending at the ‘Fuzzy Bit’ where the arena events, including BMX and motorbike displays, took place.

Well-supported by the local community and beyond, the carnival pictures can be found on pages 12 and 13.

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Dear readers

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MAGS4DORSET Ben Pulford managing director design@mags4dorset.co.uk

Over the years I have been privileged to be invited to review numerous theatre productions, both amateur and professional.

And it is a privilege. I never fail to be impressed with the ability of the actors not only to learn so many lines, but to pick up their cues and to move to the correct positions on stage.

I’ve tried it and it is scary.

My first part was as Shylock in ‘The Merchant of Venice’ – it was at a girls’ school – and in those days I was able to retain Shakespeare’s verse.

However, some 15 year later when I was cast as Viola in ‘Twelfth Night’ in a Christchurch Theatre Club production it was a very different story and I really struggled. Fortunately it was cancelled when the club realised that the Royal Shakespeare Company were bringing their production of the same play to the area. The competition would have been just too much!

My last appearance in a play was in ‘The Hole’ by Edward Bond. The script made absolutely no sense at all, and I found the retention of lines so difficult that I went on stage with words written on the shopping I was carrying!

Clearly my place was in the stalls and not on stage!

Local actors have told me the fear they will forget their lines never leaves them, but they fight it and go on stage to provide entertainment for discriminating audiences.

We are lucky to have so many good am-dram societies in the area and the next play to look out for is Wimborne Drama Productions’ ‘She Stoops to Conquer’, which is being staged in the open air at Deans Court from 27-30 June.

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Swathe of colour lights up Wimborne Report and photo by Marilyn Barber

Wimborne is now festooned with bunting thanks to the efforts of a group of women in the town.

Sarah Wise, from Wimborne War on Waste (WWOW) said that it was the idea of the town council to put up the bunting.

“Wimborne became a plastic free community last September, so plastic bunting wasn’t appropriate. The council approached WWOW and we agreed it would make a fantastic community project,” said Sarah.

The material has been donated from so many sources – charity shops, crafters, quilters and Dorset Scrapstore. People have also donated duvet covers, sheets and left over dressmaking material.

The only thing they’ve had to buy was the binding and this has been sponsored by the town council.

The bunting was put in place by the people who put up the Christmas lights and the Wimborne Minster Folk Festival was the first event to benefit from this riot of colour, which will remain throughout the

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summer.

A number of workshops were held at the town council offices and in addition, local people worked at home.

Over 1,000 metres of bunting was produced.

“Had we bought the material is would have cost at least £2,000,” said Sarah.

“So we are so grateful to Councillor Kelly Webb, the former Mayor of Wimborne, and sponsorship from Wimborne Town Council, WWOW and all the people who donated material and worked on it.”

Council declares climate emergency At the first meeting of the new Dorset Council, which took place at South Walks House in Dorchester, climate change group Extinction Rebellion and Friends of the Earth asked about the new authority’s approach to environmental matters and specifically climate change.

Cllr Ray Bryan, Dorset Council's portfolio holder for Highways, Travel and Environment said, “We have an opportunity and an obligation to demonstrate leadership thinking globally about the implications of climate change and acting locally to help address it in our communities.

“The crucial need to tackle climate change is something that we can all agree on. It is an issue which transcends party politics and after discussions with the other group leaders, we have agreed on the need to create a cross-party Panel on Climate Change to develop a policy for Dorset Council.”

Further to this, a motion was proposed by Cllr Nick Ireland, leader of the Liberal Democrats, which asked for the council to recognise that climate change is happening and that the council agrees to declare a climate emergency.

69 councillors voted to pass this motion, two voted against and six abstained, meaning Dorset has officially declared a climate emergency.

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Verwood concerned about Mineral Sites Plan

Verwood Town Council has put forward strong objections to land at Horton Heath being included in the Mineral Sites Plan.

Close to the border of the Verwood parish, the town council feels there are a number of significant issues which would impact on the community.

The potential removal of up to 3.5 million tonnes of mineral would create up 80 HGV movements on a typical day during the extended 12-17 year lifetime of the extraction

period. The council says such an intensification of HGV movement would increase still further the traffic volume beyond the existing and anticipated increase resulting from the expansion of the Woolsbridge Industrial Estate on the C2.

To the south and east, Highways England has commented that the site has the potential to impact on a number of A31 trunk road junctions including West Moors and Ashley Heath.

Both these junctions can only be accessed through Three Legged Cross via the C2.

Verwood Town Council is also concerned about the environmental impact to the

immediate and surrounding area.

It pointed out that the permitted low volume mineral extraction at Redman’s Quarry and the adjacent solar farm has already had a significant impact on the natural environment.

Concerns that the water table may be contaminated due to the extraction impacting on the hydrology are also an issue as is a potential conflict between HGV traffic and horse riders/walkers using the rights of way adjacent to the site and its proposed access.

Following the Inspectors final report on The Mineral Sites Plan it is scheduled to be adopted in the autumn.

Broadstone councillor is new chairman of BCP Council

Cllr Vikki Slade, who is one of two councillors to represent Broadstone on the BCP (Bournemouth Christchurch Poole) Council, has been elected as the new authority’s leader.

Cllr David Flagg is the chairman and Cllr George Farquhar is vice chairman.

BCP is a hung council. It has 36 Conservatives, 15 Lib Dems, 11 independents, seven Poole People, three Labour, two Greens, one Alliance for Local Living and one UKIP councillor.

Chief executive Graham Farrant said, “Since the local elections earlier this month, councillors have worked extremely hard to arrive at a position where BCP Council is able to elect a leader and that leader can appoint a cabinet. I look forward to working with all councillors as we commence the exciting job of setting council priorities, shaping services and improving lives for people in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.”

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law spot

Retailers beware

Boundary Dispute?

What you need to know to keep within the law

By Hugh Storry Deans Litigation Solicitor at Harold G Walker Solicitors

As we all venture out in to our gardens once again, we discover the damage caused by the winter storms to boundary fences, trees and hedges.

It is time to carry out repairs and restoration works but in doing so, be mindful of where your boundaries are. You may need access to neighbouring property.

Insurance policies may not respond in all cases and damage caused by falling trees, fences or walls will lie with the owners to effect repairs and to restore boundaries. If you are tempted to remove a damaged or overgrown hedge, care must be taken that reinstatement is in the correct position. It may not have been planted originally on the true boundary.

It is a common misconception that the manner of construction such as the position of post or arris rails indicates ownership but that is not the law. In the absence of any other evidence, presumptions regarding the

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boundary can sometimes be made from the facing of fencing or the situation of hedges and ditches. Plans attached to a conveyance may have measurements, a description of the boundary or ‘T’ marks showing who owns a boundary feature or the liability to maintain and repair it. The filed plan for a property at the Land Registry indicates general boundaries only and cannot be relied on for its accuracy.

Ordnance Survey plans or plans in deeds, which are based on the Ordnance Survey, can also create difficulties. These plans tend to mark features such as hedges and fences rather than legal boundaries.

The 1:2500 scale of the Ordnance Survey plans means features drawn on them may be out by as much as 2 metres. The grant of planning permission is not conclusive as to the location of a boundary. The local planning authority is only concerned with public planning issues, not private law rights.

It is possible to obtain planning permission over land which you do not own and the grant of permission does not have any bearing on the ownership of the land in question. What may have started out as a well-intentioned spring clean-up, could lead to misunderstandings or difficulties with adjoining owners. Early discussions and sensitivity is essential to avoid misunderstandings and disputes.

For further information please contact a member of the Dispute Resolution team.

Since the start of the year, more than 40 incidents involving suspected counterfeit notes across the county have been reported to Dorset Police.

The offences tend to involve individuals paying for small value items with either Bank of England or Scottish £50 notes.

The retailer has subsequently discovered that the note is counterfeit.

Police Inspector Simon Perry, of Dorset Police, said, “We have a number of live investigations that we are carrying out into these incidents and believe some may be linked to five men. It is unclear at this stage whether these men are working together or as individuals.

“In light of the increase in reports, I would urge businesses to be vigilant and take extra care to check any notes before they are accepted as payment. If retailers are in any doubt about the authenticity of a note, they can always decline it and ask for another payment method.”

For more information on how to identify counterfeit notes visit www. bankofengland.co.uk for Bank of England notes or www.scotbanks.org.uk for Scottish notes.

It should be noted that only a small percentage of the bank notes in circulation are counterfeit.

If you wish to report an offence contact Dorset Police on 101.

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Making an important difference to local young people Here at the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation we’re really grateful for this opportunity to bring you up to date with our news. Huge thanks to mags4Dorset for their support.

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artyn Lever and his team at CrossFit Bournemouth also deserve a huge thank you.

They recently took on a 24hour cycling challenge to raise funds for the JTYAF. They covered a distance of 2,347,517 metres and raised almost £4,000. They are a truly lovely bunch of people and we can't thank them enough for their amazing support. Pictured are some of the members who took part.

Thanks must also go to event sponsors Primera Sports, Hewitt & Harvey and Cannonball Coffee Company. The funds raised will make a really important difference to local young people.

We have already presented almost £64,000 this year to over 170 youngsters.

Our most recent award supports 18 young Air Cadets from Dorset & Wilts Wing who will be taking part in the Nijmegen Marches later this year.

They will march 100 miles over four consecutive days, starting together and finishing together. This is the ultimate team challenge and not for the faint-hearted. It requires commitment, both to training and to the team as a whole... however, it is an amazing accomplishment and one that will provide lifelong memories for all who take part.

Charity of the Year

John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation

Beaucroft Foundation School have used their JTYAF award towards a new minibus this year. The minibus will make such a difference, enhancing the enrichment and life skills curriculum for the students beyond the classroom. We were delighted to attend the handover ceremony where the pupils joined in the celebrations by singing ‘The Wheels on the Bus!’ Since last month we have also provided funding for the purchase of 10 Exam Reader Pens to Ferndown Upper School.

These pens promote independence for students with special educational needs who are unable to read texts themselves.

They no longer rely upon a teaching assistant to read their work for them, so this support will have an immediate impact.

The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation encourages and assists local young people by providing opportunities which promote personal development and achievement, helping them to reach their full potential.

For more information about the JTYAF, the work we do and our forthcoming events, please visit our website at www.jtyaf.org Linda Thornton JTYAF

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£330,000 SAVED from hands of fraudsters

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new partnership between local banks and Dorset Police has prevented £331,682 getting into the hands of fraudsters in the first four months of this year.

The scheme, known as the ‘banking protocol’ trains bank staff to spot when someone is about to fall victim to a scam and try to prevent them from withdrawing cash or transferring money to a fraudster, with an immediate police response to the bank.

Dorset Police responded to 34 calls between January and April this year. The average age of those people targeted was 75, with 56% being men.

The oldest person was a 96-year-old man from Bournemouth who was visited by a fraudster in his home, known as ‘Mike’.

The victim was asked to give the fraudster £2,000

in order to receive £12,000 in return. When he visited the bank on his own to withdraw the money, staff raised the alarm with Dorset Police and the transaction was prevented.

In another incident, a woman in her late 80s was targeted when fraudsters claiming to be from BT, called to say her internet had been hacked and they needed to access her computer remotely.

Once accessed, the victim was told not to tell anyone about it as the fraudsters were from the ‘Against Crime Agency’ and were trying to catch the hackers targeting her computer.

The fraudsters claimed they needed her help and said they had placed £10,000 into her current account to trace the hackers. It later transpired that the additional £10,000 in her current account had been transferred from her ISA account, without her knowing. Fraudsters then asked her to transfer £8,000 into an overseas account, which was blocked as a result of the banking protocol.

The victim said, “You never realise how easily you can be drawn into

a scam. Even when the police were there in the bank trying to prevent the transaction, I continued to lie about the situation and told the story the fraudsters had given me.

“When I got home and thought about what I was doing, I took a chance on ignoring the hackers and called the police back to explain everything.

“The support I received from Dorset Police was superb. The police officer was gentle, reassuring and comforting and didn’t blame me for my actions.

Fortunately, I only lost a small amount of money through a Western Union transfer, rather than the thousands they were trying to get out of me.

“Although you may be concerned about a message that has come through on your computer, don’t believe anybody about anything. Always report to the police if you think you could be being scammed.”

Katy Worobec, managing director of Economic Crime, UK Finance, said, “The banking industry will keep taking action on all fronts to combat fraud, working closely with our partners in law enforcement to crack down on the criminal gangs responsible.”

Help to avoid scammers Individuals with learning difficulties are to be given a hand to manage their finances and to tackle scams.

Members of People First Dorset’s Speaking Up group have joined forces with local businesses to produce the Money Matters guide. It gives practical hints and tips on everything, from how to create a monthly budget, to how to save up for holidays or special treats and where to get support and advice.

The guide also covers how to avoid scammers, both in real life and online. Diagrams clearly break down what a scam email looks like and how to avoid getting conned.

Healthy eating is also addressed, with top tips on how to save money on shopping and how to make healthier and cheaper choices.

The booklet is available to anyone for free.

Email office@peoplefirstdorset.org.uk to request a PDF version, or call 01305 257600 to request one is posted out to you. For more information about the Speaking Up groups or to get involved visit:www. peoplefirstdorset.org.uk

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education

MP calls for more funding for local schools Both schools and a local MP are united in their call for increased funding.

Following a meeting at Corfe Hills School with local head teachers and school governors, Michael Tomlinson MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole has written to the Secretary of State for Education and the Chief Secretary to the Treasury expressing his concerns.

Michael said, “Recent changes to the school funding formula are welcome. However, I firmly believe that our schools need increased funding to ensure that teachers

can provide the best education possible.”

Some of the issues, which were raised during the recent meeting between Michael and representatives from local schools, included, SEN funding, pressures on funding for middle schools and top slicing of schools’ budgets by Dorset Council.

Phil Keen, head teacher of Corfe Hills School said, “The Department for Education’s vision is to provide world-class education and care that allows every child and young person to reach his or her potential, regardless of

Michael Tomlinson in the House of Commons

background. The reality is that school leaders are constantly having to compromise to try and achieve a balanced budget at a time when spending per pupil is falling, costs are rising and schools are expected to take an increasing responsibility for

a growing range of social and educational issues.

“I was pleased to host the meeting with Michael at Corfe Hills and the high level of attendance by head teachers and governors is a clear indication of the importance they place on this issue.”

Raising funds for children with disabilities Soulful songs, spirited storytelling, dazzling dance and down-on-the-beat drumming – performances of all kinds lit up a charity fun day at Ringwood Waldorf School.

Pupils staged their colourful familyfriendly festival in aid of Salisbury specialist nursery the John McNeill Opportunity Centre.

Children and adults alike got hands-on with rhythms on Ghanian and Moroccan drums in a percussion workshop led by Magic Drum, aka Glyn Bush.

There was a chance to enjoy storytelling with The Tiger Speaks and learn capoeira - an Afro-Brazilian martial art combining dance, acrobatics and music - in the company of expert Assis Abada and his family.

Two community choirs, Forest Song and Songs of Freedom, joined forces in fine voice complemented by the graceful moves of Italian dancer Marta Ammendola.

Families were invited to plant wildflower seeds in compostable pots to take home.

Pass the word

Some pupils from Ringwood Waldorf School

Rounding off proceedings were the Bournemouth ukulele trio The Mother Ukers.

Supported through a grant from the Queen’s Commonwealth Trust, the Family Fun Fest was an initiative of the Waldorf pupil group Me to We whose members, aged 11 and older, raise funds for various charities.

Teacher Sandi Weir, who co-ordinates the group, said, “The idea of helping the John McNeill Opportunity Centre and the great work it does for children with disabilities was all down to our Me to We pupils.”

A Poole cyber-security company is warning people to choose their passwords carefully after research showed how obvious many are.

C3IA Solutions says businesses particularly are failing to understand the importance of protecting their information.

Top of the list of hacked passwords was ‘123456’ followed by ‘123456789’.

Other popular ones include ‘qwerty’, ‘1111111’ and millions still use ‘password’ as their password.

Football fans are sometimes easy to hack with Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United and Everton being the most popular clubs’ names used as passwords.

Matt Horan, security director of C3IA Solutions, said, “Predictable passwords make them easier to remember, but they make systems easier to hack.

“The official advice is to use three random words that are memorable to you but hard for others to guess.

“Remember that hackers will quickly move on to a new target if they can’t get into your system.”

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New appointment for Academy Trust Wimborne Academy Trust (WAT), home to 11 first and middle schools, has appointed former headteacher Brian Boyes in a newly created role as director of improvement.

Brian began his career in teaching in 2005 as a physics teacher and has taught in five secondary schools, in various leadership roles.

Previously he has been deputy headteacher at Queen Elizabeth’s School in Wimborne, successfully completing the National Professional Qualification for Headship.

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Patrol saves record number of toads

The Ringwood and Poulner Toad Patrol group saved more than 1,000 toads from an untimely death in 2018 and this year they smashed that number with a figure of 2,232 saved toads.

Teresa Baker from the Toad Patrol The group of local volunteers dedicate themselves to assisting the common toad to safely migrate to the Blashford Lakes across the dangerous Gorley Road in Poulner.

The group’s founder and coordinator, Teresa Baker from Ringwood, said, “We are absolutely delighted with such an amazing result. Our patrol aims to ensure that as many toads as possible reach the lakes safely and sustain the population for the future. This is needed as motorists often don’t realise that the toads are there so many get killed. They have an important role to play in our eco system and overall they are a species in decline. Seeing the local numbers go up over the last few years is very encouraging indeed.”

Mrs Baker continued, “This season has now come to an end but we are always looking for more people to help carry out this important conservation work. If there are people out there who have a couple of evening hours per week to spare, and wanted to join our patrol, we would be delighted.”

Please get in touch with Teresa Baker on 01425 478891.

Singers donate to hospice charity After a successful spring concert by Verwood’s Fayrewood Singers in April, a cheque for £640 was donated to the charity Julia’s House. A variety of songs were sung by the choir and talented 16-year-old singer Joe Weaver made a guest appearance. The choir performs two concerts a year plus ‘mini concerts’ for clubs and associations. Anyone who loves to sing is welcome to join. For info ring Sarah on 01202 884248.

New Freeman for Wimborne

Wimborne’s town crier Chris Brown has been made an Honorary Freeman of the town. He joins the ranks of the other Freemen - Anthony Oliver and Grant Bocking and Freewoman Margery Ryan.

The announcement was made in April at the civic service of the then Town Mayor Kelly Webb.

Chris said, “I am very surprised and moved by this award from the town and the people in it I love so very much. I am looking forward to taking my sheep without paying a toll through the town as soon as possible!”

Chris will continue to serve the town in his town serjant duties and town crier as well as being a member of the militia who traditionally guard the mayor through their mayoral year.

Councillor Webb said, “Chris thoroughly deserves this honour, he works so hard to be at so many town events and even arranges a few of his own, including the recent Southern England Town Crier Competition. I just hope he has a clean-up organised for when he’s exercised his rights to run his sheep through the streets!”

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verwood news Jayson Bridges and a bald eagle from Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre

Pam Birley, Joanna Birley and Carol Mitson from Country Corner with their therapy American miniature horses

VERWOOD CARNIVAL’S 90TH YEAR IS HERALDED “ONE OF THE BEST EVER” Report and photos by Marilyn Barber In its 90th year, Verwood Carnival was a truly community event, with crowds lining the procession route. Afterwards, thousands gathered at the ‘Fuzzy Bit’ off Crane Drive to enjoy events in the arena.

“One of the best ever carnivals” was the comment from many people.

Arena events included a Zumba demonstration, a flying display by Liberty’s Owl and Raptor Centre, BMX and motorbike displays by Xtreme Stunt Team, Creature Feature Mountain Gorillas and a tug of war.

A delighted carnival chairman, Shelley Morris, who has helped to bring the carnival back to life after it declined in popularity in 2014, said she thought the crowd was almost double that of last year.

Jessica, Seren and Lorelai – the carnival queen and her princesses

The Mayor of Verwood, Councillor Pat Morrow was driven in a Morgan+8

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PROCESSION RESULTS Float winners: 1. Hillside Community First School 2. Wimborne St Giles First School 3. Verwood Runners

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Walking: 1. Lee Fossey as Darth Vader 2. Wimborne Musical Theatre with the Wizard of Oz.

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Piggy Bank Storage won’t take you for ‘grunted’ Now into their 5th year of trading, Piggy Bank Storage must surely be considered a local success story.

From Piggy Bank’s inception, the proprietors, Clive and Martin set out to provide a professional customer-friendly, hands-on approach to the self storage industry. The indoor units have been designed and fitted by one of the industry leading specialist manufacturers and all shipping containers are purchased new and treated with the latest “Grafo” anticondensation coating.

Piggy Bank Storage offer one of the widest choice of container sizes and indoor units in the area.

Storage requirements satisfied so far are extremely diverse, and include collectors cars, house moves, de-

cluttering, charities, bouncy castles, antiques, car boot stock, to name a few.

Business needs are catered for by providing a base, without the long term commitment and overheads associated with a conventional business premises and Piggy Bank take deliveries for you and lock them in your storage area, leaving you free to keep working.

There are no hidden costs… you pay a refundable security deposit, the monthly rental, purchase or provide your own padlock and pay for optional insurance if required. All other services are provided free of charge.

Piggy Bank Storage are open 7 days a week and can provide a space just for you…. and service with a smile.

“We won’t take you for ‘grunted’.”

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Plastic straws

Plastic stirrers

Plastic ear buds

BANNED BANNED BANNED Plastic buds and stirrers will be banned from next year. Straws on drinks cartons from the year after. (There are exemptions for people with medical conditions and disabilities who rely on straws). This latest good news from the government is proving that people power and pressure groups really can make a difference. Join Plastic Free Ferndown today, volunteers are welcome.

Plastic Free Ferndown makes good progress Thanks to the national Surfers Against Sewage campaign, Plastic Free Ferndown (PFF) is heading towards plastic free status.

“To achieve this, at least 12 businesses champions are required,” says PFF community leader Janine Pulford “and businesses have been working hard towards this aim.”

SAS has now given awards to: Fernhill dementia home (Colten Care), MAGS4DORSET, Ferndown Pharmacy, Ferndown Florist, Eazy Garden Ltd, Penny’s Café and Bar, Xerocad, The Flying Teapot, Pool Time Pro (Ferndown Swim School), New Forest Tree of Life, The Bay Tree, Kiteleys Solicitors and AE Jolliffe & Son Funeral Directors.

“Although we have exceeded the criteria, more businesses are still being sought because the more businesses that reduce at least three items of single–use plastic, the quicker the reduction of this scourge in the world

will be,” says Janine, adding, “If we all do small things, we will collectively make a big difference and it will be something Ferndown can be proud of.

“As well as our business champions, we also have community allies including Ferndown First and Upper schools, the Barrington Centre, town council, chamber of commerce, library, Recycling Store, Ferndown Fete on the Field committee, Litter Free Dorset and MAGS4DORSET.” As far as fundraising goes, the launch of PFF last summer, and the stall at the Christmas event raised over £60 for SAS. MAGS4DORSET has donated £50 from its 2018 short story competition and a generous grant from Cllr Mike Parkes has been given to PFF to help put on a celebratory event for the giant steps towards gaining plastic free status for the town. Also, Colten Care’s Fernhill dementia home has adopted PFF as its charity of the year.

Celebrate with PFF at the Fete on the Field To tie in with the prospect of achieving plastic free status for Ferndown, there will be an event during Fete on the Field at PFF’s stall for everyone to take part in. There will also be some plastic–free alternatives for you to purchase and a chance to offer your services as a committee member, or as a volunteer.

Please join PFF at the Fete on the Field (King George V Playing Field off Peter Grant Way) on 22 June from 11am. See you there!

Claire Brooks, New Forest Tree of Life

Sam Linford, associate solicitor receives the award Manager Debbie, and Liz receive The Bay Tree’s award As well as PFF, there will be many other stalls, the JTYAF pram race, classic and custom cars, live acts, Ferndown 5k and 10k runs and lots of things to see and do.

Planetary plea by Ferndown First School Eco warriors at Ferndown First School, one of PFF’s community allies, have been busy drawing posters.

Their aim is to inspire the local council and the community into action to reduce single–use plastic. “If the upcoming generation demonstrate their strong feelings about the world they have been born into, then it sets an example to all of us,” said PFF community leader Louis Pulford. He and committee member Max Bateman, encouraged the pupils to produce the artwork and it will be sent to the council.

Here is just a small sample of the posters, which carry a very strong message.

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Tick Tock ‘My Grandfather’s Clock’

By Julian Hewitt, Fordingbridge Museum When, in 1875, American songwriter Henry Clay Work walked into the George Hotel in Piercebridge, County Durham, he noticed that the long case clock was not working.

He was told that when one of the two brothers who ran the hotel died, the clock started going slow and when the remaining brother died, at the age of 90, the clock stopped completely.

This inspired him to write the song, ‘My Grandfather’s Clock’ and, ever since, long case clocks have been called Grandfather Clocks.

Galileo first established how pendulums could be used to keep accurate time in the 16th century and they were later used by Christopher Huyens in clocks made in the 1650s. British horologist, William Clement, produced a long case clock in the 1670s that incorporated a 3’ pendulum. This type of clock, sometimes called a floor clock, became established as the most

accurate domestic timepiece until the 20th century.

They consisted of a plinth upon which stood the waist of the clock.

This contained a pendulum driven by weights with a carved pediment at the top containing the dial. Often the face would be elaborately painted and incorporated a segment showing the lunar cycle as well as the hour and minutes hands.

The clocks sounded the hour, and would often sound different chimes to mark the quarter hours.

Every seven days the clock had to be wound to crank the weights driving the pendulum back to the top.

The term grandfather clock is usually used for clocks over 6’ 3”.

Clocks less than this height are usually referred to as grandmother clocks. These have a slimmer case, so are more suitable for smaller rooms or landings. In the 1930s smaller long case clocks between 3’ and 5’ tall became popular and these are called

granddaughter clocks.

An interesting example of a long case clock is in the reception of the Red Lion Hotel in Salisbury.

This gigantic timepiece has elaborate carving supposedly done by Spanish prisoners of war who were captured after the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588.

The clock has been in the hotel since the 1920s and incorporates skeletons that would dance to a tune played by the clock on the hour. The music was generated by a pin organ using wooden pipes.

Sadly the mechanism no longer works.

If you call into the hotel also have a look at the ‘parliament’ clock in the restaurant. These were put into public rooms when a tax was put on clocks in the 1790s.

Fordingbridge Museum has just been given a magnificent grandfather clock with a beautifully painted dial incorporating a segment showing the days of the week. It belonged to much-loved Fordingbridge doctor, John Hensel

who sadly died in December last year.

It is a 19th century clock in a more modern oak case and if you shine a torch on the face you can faintly see the lettering, ‘Thomas Barter of Fordingbridge’.

The Barters were recorded as clockmakers in Fordingbridge in the 19th century.

Do call in to look at this new acquisition. The museum is open every day (apart from Sundays) from 11am until 4pm and is open every day over bank holidays.

Who’s who on Dorset Council Cllr Pauline Batstone who in 1993/94 was the youngest female chairman of East Dorset District Council has become the chairman of the new Dorset Council. At that time she lived in Ferndown and was the district councillor for the Ameysford Ward.

Pauline takes over from Cllr Hilary Cox, who was Shadow Dorset Council chairman and before that was chairman of Dorset County Council for five years.

Cllr Batstone said, “The next year is vital for setting the tone of the new council and the manner in which it operates as a 21st century council.

“The aspirations and ambitions of this new council are for Dorset to be a place where people want to live, visit, learn and work and I am delighted to be able to play a key role in that.”

Cllr Spencer Flower, the new leader of the Conservative group, is the new Leader of Dorset Council.

The Verwood councillor was the last leader of East Dorset District Council and a former leader of Dorset County Council.

Cllr Flower said, “This is a great honour and an immense privilege. As Leader I want to promote a collaborative approach to the delivery of quality public services, whilst dealing with the known challenges of rising demand and severe financial pressures.

“We need to create a ‘can-do culture’ within the council that puts the interests of our communities first. A member led council, making a real and lasting difference in Dorset. This is a big job, but with the support of members in this chamber we really can make the difference our communities deserve.”

The members of the Dorset Council Cabinet are: Leader / Governance, Performance and Communications - Cllr Spencer Flower

Cllr Spencer Flower

Cllr Clare Sutton

Cllr Pauline Batstone, new chairman of Dorset Council, with outgoing chairman Hilary Cox.

Cllr Paul Kimber

Cllr Nick Ireland

Cllr Les Fry

Deputy Leader / Corporate Development and Change - Cllr Peter Wharf Finance, Commercial and Assets - Cllr Tony Ferrari Housing - Cllr Graham Carr-Jones Economic Growth and Skills - Cllr Gary Suttle Children, Education and Early Help - Cllr Andrew Parry Adult Social Care and Health - Cllr Laura Miller Planning - Cllr David Walsh Highways, Travel and Environment - Cllr Ray Bryan Customer, Community and Regulatory Services - Cllr Tony Alford The new Dorset Council is made up of 43 Conservatives, 29 Liberal Democrats, two Labour, four Greens and four Independents known as the Alliance for Local Living group. The leaders are: Lib Dems - Cllr Nick Ireland; Green - Cllr Clare Sutton; Alliance for Local Living group - Cllr Les Fry; Labour - Cllr Paul Kimber.

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Helping to heal leggy problems

By Janine Pulford

LegAbility is a new leg club for patients registered with the West Moors Group Practice.

Dedicated to problems from the knee to the ankle, it opened its doors on 3 May and had a steady stream of patients requiring attention.

Supported by West Moors Group Practice champions – volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of patients – the club offers two treatment beds and a comfortable social area with refreshments and a raffle.

Sarah Walbrin, clinical lead said that the equipment had come from local charity Community Friends and that industry partners Coloplast and Essity had generously provided supplies free of charge.

The LegClub is being run by West Moors Group Practice for those patients able to make their own way to the venue. Practice nurse Samantha Fysh said that it was hoped transport

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Pictured – L-R around the bed with patient John Price: Sarah Walbrin, Samantha Fysh, Adam Rich (Coloplast), Simon Rowles (Essity) and three volunteers including Judith Purssell

New dressing

could be provided in the future for those who currently have to stay at home and rely on visits by the district nurse.

One of the first patients through the door was John Price who needed his leg ulcer to be dressed. After being attended to, he cheerfully said, “West Moors Group Practice is providing an excellent service.”

Chair of the club, volunteer Judith Purssell, said, “Many people, as they get older, suffer from diabetes or bad circulation and consequently develop sore legs which have to be treated regularly. These leg conditions often prevent people from getting out and about and

from having contact with others, which can lead to loneliness and depression.

“We are going to change all that. Every Friday morning between 8am and 12 noon patients can have their legs treated at the club by the practice nurses. In addition, members will meet friends, have a cup of tea and a piece of cake, and take part in some of the activities. The purpose of the club is two-fold: treatment to get legs better, and a much-needed social event for isolated and lonely people.

For more information call 01202 865800 or email wm.gp@nhs.net.

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Dementia gardening project launched

It's a little over four years since West Moors Parish Council gathered people from across the community to look for ways to make West Moors a 'Dementia Friendly Village'.

The latest initiative is a new gardening group for people with memory loss and their carers, together with pre-school children. Led by Sue Butler from Prama and a team of volunteers, it was officially launched on 16 April at Sturts Farm.

This was followed by filling wellington boots with soil and planting them with nasturtium seeds. They will be hung on the walls of the farm buildings and should bring colour in the summer.

The gardening group meets fortnightly.

Anyone interested should contact Sue on 07957 897322 or Lynne on 01425 477470.

New state-of-the-art television for hospice

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olmans have recently run a competition, which saw Poole-based Forest Holme Hospice receive one of their latest 65-inch Panasonic televisions, worth £1,499.

The company has home appliance shops in Wimborne and Ferndown and encouraged local organisations and charities to apply to win the television.

They had to specify why they would benefit from the free TV. Charlie James, fundraiser at Forest Holme Hospice, said, “We’re very grateful to Holmans for this generous donation. I’m sure the patients will appreciate having a new television to watch films and TV series on – especially on such a big HD screen!”

Forest Holme Hospice receiving the new television from Holmans

Michael Gray of Holmans, said, “Forest Holme Hospice was everyone’s favourite choice when deciding which charity the TV should be donated to and I’m glad to see it go to a good home.”

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Varicose eczema should not be neglected If varicose eczema is neglected, the skin can break down and become a leg ulcer.

The best way to identify the cause of varicose eczema is with a duplex ultrasound scan, which should be requested in all cases of varicose eczema to prevent leg ulcers.

For a limited period, you can have a free mini-consultation with one of the vascular specialists at the Ringwood VeinCare Clinic.

If you have varicose veins or a complication of varicose veins, call 01935 873951 to speak to a member of the team and to book your free, no obligation assessment or visit www. theveincarecentre.co.uk

Haroun Gajraj, Vein Care Centre

Varicose veins are not just a cosmetic problem. They tend to get worse over the years and if you have varicose veins for long enough, it is quite likely that you will suffer one or more significant complications.

Varicose eczema is one of those complications and it is caused by a malfunction of the one-way valves in the leg veins.

The eczema usually breaks out just above the ankle. The skin is red, itchy and may weep.

Often, varicose eczema is treated by the GP or by a dermatologist, but the underlying problem can be vascular.

Steroid creams, such as hydrocortisone, should only be used for brief periods and only as prescribed by your GP if the itch is particularly troublesome. They can cause thinning of the skin.

Unless there is a contraindication such as diabetes or problems with the arteries, (consult with your GP if you are in any doubt), medical socks should be worn until the problem is diagnosed properly by a vascular specialist.

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Learn to swim with Ferndown Leisure Centre

If you can swim, you can enjoy all of the exciting activities that the water has to offer.

Ferndown Leisure Centre offers lessons for all ages and all lessons are taught by qualified teachers. They work to Swim England’s Learn to Swim Pathway in all sessions.

Pre-school lessons Sessions are aimed at babies and toddlers aged between 0-5 years old and aim to build the foundation for a lifelong love of water.

Swimming lessons for school age children With seven stages of fun and exciting lessons developing all of the skills needed for children to be competent, confident and safe in the water.

Aquatic skills lessons When your child has completed stage 7 of the Learn to Swim Pathway, they will have the opportunity to choose from a number of other aquatic activities such as: Competitive Swimming, and Rookie Lifesaving.

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Adult swimming lessons Adult lessons are available for all abilities whether you have a fear of the water, haven’t been swimming since school or if you want to refine your technique ready for an event.

A member of the Centre’s team will give you advice on which lesson would suit your needs.

To find out more about the programmes and facilities at Ferndown Leisure Centre please contact 01202 877468 or visit www.ferndownleisurecentre.co.uk

Clubs can help reduce social isolation Social isolation can have a detrimental effect on one’s health and wellbeing, more harmful than obesity or smoking 15 cigarettes a day! Other resulting impacts include being at a higher risk of disability, low life satisfaction and increased anxiety levels. The oldest, most vulnerable people are at a greater risk of social isolation and loneliness due to reduced physical activity levels, sensory loss, cognitive decline and a likelihood of increasing frailty.

In an expanding digital age, it is becoming more difficult to get to know your neighbours, make friends and build a social network for a group not used to engaging with technology. With the approach of the summer months, it is an ideal opportunity to reach out to elderly neighbours, acquaintances we know who will benefit from human contact.

There are many opportunities for older people who are most at risk of loneliness and social isolation across Dorset, such as various social groups, that promote social inclusion through activity groups, and meet for chats over coffee.

For those able enough, volunteering offers a way of reducing social isolation and contributing to the wellbeing of individuals and the wider community. Many volunteers are over retirement age and contribute substantially to communities and individuals’ wellbeing and we need to promote and nourish this participation.

Bluebird Care Ferndown offers monthly book club meetings and coffee mornings to reduce loneliness and social isolation.

If you would like some more information, please contact Lorraine Maher at Bluebird Care Ferndown on 01202 977200.

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Adults, children and people with disabilities all united and took part in the Diverse Abilities unique Sensory One event in Poole Park recently. Participants started the route through a light tunnel filled with LED lights before heading to the giant bubble zone.

Also taking place that weekend was the Dorset Neon Run with over 500 people running or walking the 5k course, raising nearly £17,000. Three participants in the run are pictured.

What fun to dress up as a superhero!

Superheroes to raise funds for Cancer Trust Wessex Cancer Trust would love you to conjure up a costume and be a real-life superhero at its 3km Superhero Adventure Run on Sunday 21 July at King George V Fields in Ferndown.

In this fun-filled family caper, you’ll bounce, squeeze, slip and slide your way along the inflatable course in your most spectacular superhero suit.

Maria Tidy, Wessex Cancer Trust’s community manager for Dorset, said, “We’re calling on super men, wonder women and your mighty sidekicks to embrace your spirit of adventure, whilst using your powers to raise as much money as possible for local people living with cancer. It’s an adventure run, not a race, and the mission is to have as much fun as possible – all for an excellent cause.”

There’ll be prizes for the best fancy dress and a medal for every superhero taking part, as well as food, music and fun superhero-themed activities.

Visit www.wessexcancer.org.uk/Event/superhero-19 for more information and to sign up.

Kisses 4 Jon Inspired by Robert Forrester Addie, who undertook a tandem skydive in his late-70s to raise money for Kisses 4 Jon, another skydive is about to take place.

This time it is Jon Tarrant-Heckford’s mother, Lorraine, and her friend Shaun White who will be taking the plunge.

Lorraine’s young son Jon has incurable Sanfilippo syndrome and is unlikely to reach his teenage years. The charity Kisses 4 Jon has been set up for his on-going care and readers may remember that when Robert, from Ringwood,

was mid–skydive, his main parachute failed. He remained calm, landed safely and raised muchneeded cash for the charity.

Lorraine and Shaun are now both determined to make their leaps for Jon. Neither of them has ever done anything like this before. Lorraine said, “If Robert can do it at 78, Shaun and I should be okay!”

Their skydives will take place on 15 June.

Sponsorship forms are in Lorraine Tarrant Antiques,

3 The Stables, Strides Lane, Ringwood, or call her on 07570 604377.

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Ringwood and Burley Band

Beth Williams

Fanfare for Spring

Ringwood’s Fanfare for Spring on 18 May attracted the crowds. Organised by the Rotary Club of Ringwood, Ringwood Ex-Tablers Club and Friends, there was music and entertainment around every corner.

Photographs by Tom Scrase.

Normandy musicians and dancers from Lisieux

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Traditional values with a contemporary touch Hamiltons is a friendly, third generation, family-run jewellers offering traditional values with a contemporary touch.

It occupies a prominent position at 53 High Street, Ringwood, where jewellers have been situated for over 25 years.

Recognising the exceptional value offered by high quality previously owned jewellery and watches, this is an area in which Hamiltons specialise. A stunning variety of fabulous jewellery and quality watches as well as an extensive range of new jewellery is always in stock.

In addition to the usual jeweller's services of supplying and fitting batteries and straps, replacing missing stones, pearl re-stringing, insurance and probate valuations, Hamiltons offer in-house one day jewellery repairs, full jewellery CAD design and creation, watch servicing of virtually all makes including Rolex, Omega, Tag Heuer, Breitling and Longines, and are fortunate to have their own watchmaker.

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Ringwood matters Cllr Tony Ring has been elected mayor for a second year. Cllr Philip Day is deputy mayor. At the annual town meeting, Cllr Ring said that work would soon start on repairs and an upgrade to the human sundial and Market Place. The council is working with Hampshire CC on plans for pedestrian and cycle routing through the town. There is hope of progress on issues around the old cinema and other eyesore buildings. The council is working with Highways England to improve the A31 due to start in 2021.

The New Forest DC proposed Local Plan has identified two strategic Ringwood sites – at least 280 dwellings plus employment on Lynes Farm, and 470 dwellings on the north side of Moortown Lane in the green belt. In the pre submission consultation period, Ringwood TC said it had long been concerned about the lack of affordable housing for local young people. It welcomed the new Policy 16: housing type, size and choice, which puts greater emphasis on provision of 1 and 2-bed homes, affordable rental homes and affordable home ownership.

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Forest Edge can help get your papers in apple–pie order

By Edward Holmes, Forest Edge and Meesons Solicitors I walked into the room that rarely saw daylight or fresh air. I looked around and struggled to find words to describe the site of utter chaos before me.

Books and papers were strewn everywhere and intermingled with clothes and half–eaten food.

There were a lot of history papers around, but I wasn’t back in the middle ages. I was in a teenager’s bedroom! A teenager who had been revising non stop for his A-levels.

Even out of A-level season, the room is normally a mess but this was at a new level not seen before.

In fact the A-level revision has encroached into our table tennis room with economics papers all over the table. Thankfully the geography papers have not yet navigated their way into the summerhouse.

Although teenagers are renowned for being messy, I did reflect that us as adults are far from perfect. I wonder how many of us keep all our financial papers in apple–pie order and

what would happen after we are no longer around? Our Private Client team Fiona Clarke and Ruth Lucas, despite not sharing the name Holmes with me, are real detectives.

They never cease to amaze me how they wade through piles of paperwork with apparent ease and sort out estates with missing bank accounts and assets in foreign jurisdictions. They know their Capital Gains tax from their Inheritance tax and I trust them to sort out trusts with professionalism and ease.

So, if you have lost a loved one and need to sort their estate, let us take the stress away from you.

We act from the start or, if you have already started and need help, we are more than happy to take over from whatever stage you have reached. You can then get back to sitting in your summerhouse or playing table tennis or whatever you do while Fiona and Ruth do their magic.

Please visit our website or contact us 01425 484420 for your free consultation.

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Armed Forces Day will be a boost to Salisbury

East Dorset Scouts award presentations Pictures by Tom Scrase A presentation evening was held by East Dorset District Scouts recently at Ferndown Middle School. Many awards including gold, silver and bronze, were presented by Lord Shaftesbury on 21 May to Beavers, Cubs and Scouts.

There was also a presentation of young leader awards to Explorer Scouts aged 14-18yrs. County commissioner awards were given to two members who showed bravery whilst saving their mother’s life after she went into a coma and to one member who raised £1,200 for water in Africa. The evening finished with the District Commissioner, David McGregor, presenting Shelterbox a cheque of £5,567 enough for 9 boxes to be used in disaster zones to give families a safe place to live.

The evening was attended by families, mayors and local dignitaries of East Dorset.

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Pass the pedal More than 100 people came together on 15 May to take part in a charity cycling relay event from Brockenhurst to Burley, led by gold-medallist Paralympian cyclist, Darren Kenny OBE. Organised by PEDALL, the event celebrated the launch of a new base and volunteer hub in Burley, which now means PEDALL has a permanent location to maintain the specially designed bikes and for volunteers to meet and socialise.

Five teams, made up of regular users of PEDALL, took part in the event, which saw competitors pass a gold painted pedal as a baton through 20km of New Forest scenery.

Paralympian gold medallist, Darren Kenny OBE, who won gold at the Athens and Beijing Paralympics, led the ride and presented medals to all competitors at the end.

The trophy was donated by Michael Turner Sculptors.

PEDALL provides safe, guided rides in the New Forest for children with a physical disability or learning disability, as well as for people who face other challenges to accessing cycling such as age, confidence or health conditions. The organisation also provides group rides for schools, colleges, care groups and residential homes. The project is currently in the second year of a 3-year grant from the National Lottery Community Fund.

In the first year of this funding, PEDALL delivered rides for 2,377 people. This funding support is due to run out along with that from the New Forest National Park Authority at the end next year.

If you are interested in finding out more and getting involved, please visit www.pedall.org.uk/ help

The National Armed Forces Day event, which takes place in Salisbury from Friday 28 June to Sunday 30 June is expected to attract more than 250,000 visitors to the city.

This ticketed but free event takes place at Hudson's Field and includes an air show, military displays and activities, children's and community activities, plus free live entertainment every day and a fireworks display.

In attendance will be Salisbury-based Westover Jaguar Land Rover, which is one of only two UK military-authorised Land Rover retailers and only one of four UK-based Jaguar retailers accredited to sell vehicles at special rates to military, embassy and diplomatic personnel as well as exserving personnel.

A major part of the celebrations will see a military parade through the city centre on the morning of Saturday 29 June, which is National Armed Forces Day. Many roads in the city will be closed on the day for logistical and security reasons, from 6am until 2pm.

Chill out at Bournemouth Jazz Week

For the first time, Jazz by the Sea has combined with St Peter’s Church in Bournemouth to bring you the best jazz notes in town.

Running from 20-30 June, you can take your pick of live events at Chaplin’s Bar, Cosy Club, Flirt Café, Cellar Bar, Miramar Hotel, Connaught Hotel and many more venues. Zoot Money and his band, Susie Kimber and Paul Walker, Zoe Schwarz and Rob Koral, Sarah Bolter and Stephen Godshall, Rachel More, and FB Pocket Orchestra will entertain along with other great names on the jazz scene. And don’t be Scared Of Jazz, go and see this four-piece band at Flirt Café on 28 June.

There will also be a series of free lunchtime jazz concerts in St Peter’s Church in Bournemouth, including a concert with renowned jazz organist Andy Quin. How about a Jazz fish and chip supper on the Wednesday? Or a fabulous jazz cruise on Dorset Queen to round everything off? For more information visit jazzbytheseafestival.co.uk Minster Tales organised by the fundraising and events committee at the Minster church raised £900 for funds. Pictured are Walter of Wimborne (Malcolm Angel), his assistants portrayed by Mike Lawrence and Ann Peterson, St Cuthburga (Christine Oliver, seated), Barry Glazier, chairman of the fundraising committee, Thomas Hardy (David Hoyle) and Anthony Ettricke (John Hughes).

Go karts stolen Have you seen these go karts? Four go karts as well as a generator, air compressor, trolley jack, wacker plate, disc cutter, petrol vibrating poker and a number of small tools were stolen from an outbuilding off School Lane at Three Legged Cross between 12pm on Sunday 5 May and 12pm on Monday 6 May. Contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55190067990. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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Spicy Sea Bass

By Sarah Ali Choudhury

Ingredients: For the seabass

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One whole sea bass 2 tsp garlic granules 2 tsp cayenne pepper Fresh or dried curry leaves 1 tsp mustard seeds Pinch of salt Pinch of pepper Squeeze of fresh lemon jc Olive oil

For the tomato and onion base

• 1 large shallot (finely chopped) • 3 small plum tomatoes • Fresh coriander • Pinch of salt

Method: 1.

Make incisions along the sea bass on both sides, sprinkle some of the garlic granules, salt and pepper directly onto the fish on both sides. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice onto the fish then sprinkle the cayenne pepper.

2.

Heat some olive oil on a baking tray. I do this by putting the tray directly on top of the cooker with the flame on a medium heat. When the oil is hot add some mustard seeds and curry leaves and allow them to pop and sizzle. Add some garlic granules and cayenne pepper to the mustard seeds and curry leaves.

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4.

Add the seasoned fish directly onto the heated tray into the spice mixture for about a minute or two and then turn the fish onto the other side to seal it. Add some more olive oil onto the fish and then place the tray into the grill.

While the fish is in the grill, heat a wok with olive olive oil and add the chopped shallot and tomatoes and allow to soften. Add some salt and pepper and cook slowly.

5.

After about 5 minutes you can take the tray with the fish from the grill to add the oil from the fish into the tomato and onion mixture in the wok. Put the fish back into the grill for a further 10 minutes or until the fish crispy and golden. Remember to turn the fish over so that both sides of the fish are cooked thoroughly.

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Stir the tomato and shallot mixture occasionally, when cooked pour onto a plate. Place the grilled sea bass directly onto the onions and tomatoes and garnish with fresh coriander.

Pea-licious

Brother and sister, Toby (12) and Megan Biles (9) from Ferndown Middle School, have been selected as finalists in the Young Pea Chef of the Year Competition 2019.

Toby’s recipe of Mac and Cheese Pea Fries made the final five in the Year 7-8 category and Megan’s Savoury Baked Pea Cheesecake in the Primary School category.

On hearing he was a finalist, Toby said, “I am overwhelmed to be a finalist in the Young Pea Chef of the Year competition. I really didn’t think my recipe would be chosen because it’s a great competition and there would be hundreds/thousands of entries.

I am so excited.”

Megan said, “I entered the Young Pea Chef of the Year competition last year and wasn’t successful. So this year I tried again and put together two of my favourite things, cheesecake and peas! It just shows, never give up and keep on trying. I am so excited.”

The winner of each category will receive a £500 donation from The Ocado Foundation to fund 'Grow-YourOwn' projects for their school.

To help Toby and Megan win the prizes, visit Yes Peas!

Facebook page where you will find a picture and a little bit of information about Megan and Toby, plus a professional picture of their recipes, which you can vote for.

Enjoy!

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Neil Lucas

Knoll Gardens – naturally

Brown Arguses © Keith Prowrie

By Janine Pulford

One of the most important ecological gardens in the locality has to be Knoll Gardens.

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wned by horticultural expert and leading specialist in grasses, Neil Lucas, the breath-taking attraction borders Ferndown and Wimborne. It is not only a haven for wildlife, but also provides a centre for education.

This year, Neil is celebrating 25 years at Knoll. He has 10 Chelsea gold medals to his credit, is the author of the best-selling book ‘Designing with Grasses’ and has been a council member at the RHS since 2012.

When I met him recently, he explained that there is a business side as well as a charitable foundation at Knoll Gardens. “They are entirely separate, but work closely together,” he said. “The business runs the nursery and gardens; whilst the Foundation promotes and promulgates Knoll’s style of environmentally responsible gardening to a wider audience.”

The charity, of which Neil is a trustee, has recently received planning permission to build a permanent, single-storey 10m x 7m timber Learning Resource Centre. It will replace the current marquee and will provide a base for people attending workshops, as well as facilities for an education programme. There will also be a storage area for equipment, some of which is needed to carry out the numerous surveys that take place in the gardens.

Neil said, “Surveys are an important aspect and these are carried out by the Foundation.”

The success of Knoll’s ‘sharing with nature’ ethos, which encourages wildlife, is closely monitored.

Birds, reptiles, bees, butterflies, moths, dragonflies and other insects thrive in the managed surroundings and regular surveys by experts and volunteers have charted their fluctuations. Dragonfly surveys have been carried out for nearly 20 years and give a valuable insight into the insects, detailing population highs and lows.

Information is shared and Knoll Gardens works closely with the Dorset Wildlife Trust, which has installed a rather grand bee hotel in the grounds.

It’s been a while since I last visited Knoll and, with Neil as my guide, I could see how the gardens have evolved.

There was a great deal of activity at the bee hotel with more winged visitors than I could count. Neil enthusiastically pointed out the different varieties of bees, some much larger

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than others. They were fascinating to watch.

There is also a bird feeding station, which had a steady stream of colourful native species flitting to and fro.

“Over time, I have allowed the gardens to become more natural to attract wildlife,” Neil said.

And it makes me realise that the borders are not as severe and orderly as I remembered them, but flow from one area to the next. There are no hard lines to the paths either, instead soft edges allow grasses and plants the freedom to encroach here and there.

An occasional fallen tree has become a feature, and piles of wood are not taken away and burned, but gathered into habitats where wildlife can thrive.

There are boundaries, though. Neil pointed out that the gardens are fenced securely to prevent rabbits and deer visiting to help themselves to the plants. I was secretly relieved that I hadn’t mentioned how much my rabbit would have loved hopping around at Knoll.

With a lifetime love of plants, you would assume there is little Neil doesn’t know, but he readily admits that he learns something new every day.

While I was there, he was greatly excited by the appearance of a large number of tree bumblebees (Bombus hypnorum) visiting the plant Rubus tridel ‘Beneden’ – a relative of the blackberry. The insects just could not resist the glistening white blooms. Although these tree bees are naturally distributed on mainland Europe, Asia and up to the Arctic Circle, they were first found in the UK in Wiltshire in 2001. As they won’t be following our politics and couldn’t care a buzz about immigration and Brexit, one could make an assumption that the reason for

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their increase in numbers could be down to climate change. No doubt, the Knoll surveys will give us a better insight.

When visiting Knoll Gardens, you need to be in a frame of mind to take your time, examine each area and recognise the way in which a naturalistic style has been allowed to develop.

There is good reason for it. Even the daisies in the lawn are valued as much as the beautiful specimen flowers. “There are moths that love daisies,” Neil said as we made our way back to the coffee shop and nursery.

It’s been delightful to talk to him and listen to someone who is so enthusiastic about a subject.

Understandably, he is in demand as a speaker and lectures widely in the UK and overseas, but local organisations are not forgotten. The Knoll Gardens Foundation offers an annual community lecture, presented free-of-charge by Neil Lucas.

Any Dorset-based community organisation with an interest in gardens, conservation and wildlife can apply to host the lecture. Completed applications must be received by the end of August 2019. For more information visit www. knollgardensfoundation.org. Dorset Wildlife Trust was the 2019 recipient. Over 100 people enjoyed Neil’s illustrated lecture at the Allendale Centre in Wimborne in April and that does not surprise me in the least. He has a remarkable way of engaging his audience.

And for those wanting to find out more about Knoll Gardens including details of horticultural walks, talks and masterclasses go to knollgardens.co.uk/events. The gardens and nursery are open from 10am-5pm Tuesday to Saturday. Call in and see for yourself or enjoy a Midsummer Concert at Knoll Garden on 21 June from 7pm. Gerauschhersteller perform ‘In C’ by Terry Riley in Knoll’s glorious naturalistic garden setting. Rugs and picnic will help you enjoy this meditative music at its best. Book online (numbers are limited).

Stuart and Rowena

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ge Festival fun in Fordingbrid

By Marilyn Barber ation Ground July –10.30am-5pm | Where? On the Recre What? Fordingbridge Festival | When? 20

Fordingbridge Festival promises to be an exciting event to bring the community together.

Organised by Fordingbridge Events Group, this is the second such happening, which will raise funds for other items on the town’s calendar including the Christmas festivities.

Last year the festival attracted 5,000 visitors and this year could even top that.

There will be plenty to do so it will definitely be a full day out.

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Around the perimeter of the main arena, visitors will be able to inspect a large variety of classic cars and steam engines.

There will be live music, largely from local bands, and a kids’ zone with face painting, bungee jumping and tea cup rides.

The wildlife area will contain countryside pursuits such as hurdling, wood carving and ferret racing.

In addition there will be more than 60 stalls and of course lots of food and drink.

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A Regal birthday This month the Regal Cinema in Fordingbridge is celebrating its second birthday since reopening in July 2017. It now has over 400 members, who receive various benefits including priority booking, cheaper tickets and discounts at local businesses, but anyone can buy tickets online, at the cinema or at Fordingbridge Bookshop.

The Regal shows a wide variety of films, as well as live theatre, ballet and opera satellite performances from the Royal Opera House and National Theatre. This year it has introduced new £5 Silver Screenings at 3pm on the third Tuesday of every month, and Musical Mondays on the second Monday of the month at 7pm.

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un in Festival f ridge b g in d r o F Arena displays will include Fordingbridge Fire and Rescue who will show how to rescue a horse, Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre, a tug-of-war and a children’s tractor pull.

Fordingbridge Turks FC, one of the oldest clubs in the country, having been established for 150 years, will put on a demonstration.

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Remember… I am still me!

By Samantha Edwards Director, Hearts at Home

We at Hearts at Home Care pride ourselves on our person-centred approach towards our service users. We specialise in dementia and end-of-life care and for this reason we are looking to raise awareness around this sector in our community.

We have trained our staff to the highest level within our new Training Academy. We do this by giving staff an insight into dementia using virtual reality and using our Reminiscence Therapy Room.

End-of-life care can be a difficult conversation to have but also a very important one. We support our service users and their families to be comfortable to have conversations around psychological, spiritual, physical choices and needs within our advanced care planning. We strongly believe it is a time for compassion and a time for love for both the service user and their families.

We promote: Remember even with dementia or end of life care... I am still me!

Please join us at the Fordingbridge Festival this year where you can try our virtual reality glasses, which give an insight into how it feels living with dementia or attach a remembrance ribbon to our memory tree for a loved one and our “Dying for a Cuppa…” conversations.

We are also promoting that we are looking for new home care assistants to join our amazing team, so come find our pink gazebo.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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what’s on

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

15 June 10.30am-4pm

Come & Sing Day – Two Glorias: Vivaldi & Rutter with Dorset Chamber Choir, Broadstone United Reformed Church, BH18 9AG. Advance booking, £15 adults £5 students (music & refreshments provided) See www.dorsetchamberchoir.com for registration form or call 01305 848053

15 June

St Ives Primary School Summer Fair, Sandy Lane, St Ives, Ringwood. Requests for stalls please get in touch via SISAinfo@stivespta.com

15 June

Harry Paye Day. Pirate events throughout the day in and around Poole.

15 June

Refugee Art Exhibition at Parkstone United Reformed Church.

15 -16 June

Seven gardens open in Lytchett Minster. Combined admission £5.50. Flower festival in village.

15 June 6.30pm

Summer evening concert, St Clement’s Church, Newtown, Parkstone. In aid of the House of Grace in Romania.

Admission free.

18 June 11am

13 acres of garden open at Deans Court, Wimborne.

Saxon fishpond, wild gardens.

Admission £5, children free.

18 June 7.30pm

Bournemouth Electronic Organ Society, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne. Admission for visitors £6. Tel 01202 676631.

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20–30 June

Bournemouth Jazz Week: see Revolution Club, Rob Koral, Zoe Schwarz, Rachel More, Sarah Bolter, FB Pocket Orchestra, at various venues.

Free lunchtime jazz concerts in St Peter’s Church. Jazz Cruise.

For more details visit www. jazzbytheseafestival.co.uk.

21 June 7.30pm

Dorset-based musical ensemble Gerauschhersteller will perform Riley’s ‘InC’ at Knoll Gardens. Tickets are limited and can be booked at www.knollgardens.co.uk.

22 & 23 June 10.30-4pm

Garden open at Crichel House, Moor Crichel, Wimborne.

60-acre park with partial wheelchair access. Admission £5.50, children free.

22 June 11am

The Fete on the Field on King George V Playing Field, Ferndown. Starts with Ferndown 5k and 10k runs. Classic and custom car show, stalls, JTYAF Pram Race, Plastic Free Ferndown stall, live acts and more. For further information go to www. ferndownfotf.org

22 June 11am

Summer fair at St Mark’s Church, Wallisdown Road, Talbot Woods. 50p admission.

22 June 7.30pm

Dorset Police Male Voice Choir Summer Concert in Wimborne Minster. Tickets from the Minster Shop, The Parish Office and Square Records.

Also available on the door.

22 June 7.30pm

Bourne2Sing Male voice choir concert, St Paul’s Church, Landford Way, Throop. Tickets either at the door or from Marion and Ian Harrison on 01202 520804.

22 June 7.30pm, picnics from 6pm

The Rude Mechanical Theatre performs Icarus Inc at Avon Heath Country Park.

Outdoor theatre. Tickets from therudemechanicaltheatre.co.uk

24 June 11am

Understanding Epilepsy by Dr Rupert Page, Consultant Neurologist and Clinical Lead at The Village Hotel, opposite the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Free to attend. Booking a place is recommended, email communications@rbch.nhs.uk or call 01202 704271

25 June 7.30pm

Nicki Brunt will present ‘The Work of the Dorset Wildlife Trust’ to West Parley Gardening Club at the West Parley Memorial Hall.

Contact Malcolm Plascott on 01202 950521.

26 June 7.30pm

New Forest Jazz Workshop at The Bat and Ball at Breamore.

For more details contact Derek Ayling on 01425 650770 or email hippotrain@BTinternet.com

27 June 1pm

The Wicked Wessex Pop Up Talk: The Scold’s Bridle at Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum in Dorchester.

28 June 5pm

Verwood First School Summer Sizzler runs until 7pm with a raffle, BBQ, bouncy slide, games, tombolas and fun for the whole family. Free entry and open to all.

28-30 June 10am

Flower Festival at St Peter’s Church, Parkstone until 5pm.

On the Sunday noon-5pm.

29 June 7.30pm

International tenor Mark Milhofer joins Wimborne Choral Society in a performance of Joseph Haydn’s Creation in The Minster. Tickets from 01202 603569, from Square Records, or on the door.

29 June 9.30am

Sponsored Holes Bay Walk for Wau in South Sudan. 7 miles from 9.30am around Holes Bay, or two and a half miles in Upton Country Park from 10.30am. Both start from St Dunstan’s Church in Upton.

29-30 June

Shake and Stir Vintage Festival, Southbourne, celebrating all things vintage and retro including music, vehicles, dancing, fashion and lifestyle.

30 June 11am

Over 20 Wimborne gardens to be opened in aid of Wimborne in Bloom. Pay £6 at first garden visited. Leaflets in TIC.

4 July 1.30-3.30pm

Ferndown Support Group for those with COPD. Tesco pharmacist will be speaking of inhalers, how to use them and the different types. Meet at Ferndown Day Centre, Penny’s Walk, Ferndown. For more details about this group that meets on the first Thursday of each month contact 07747 672100.

6 July 7.30pm

Broadstone Choir concert in Broadstone Methodist Church.

Main item Gloria by Vivaldi.

Tickets £12 from www.bcc. webs.com, 01202 848127 or on the door.

6 July noon-5pm

Farmival 2019 at Gullivers Farm, Station Road, West Moors includes Staffie Rescue Dog show, family activities and live bands. Tickets from Gullivers Farm Shop.

6-7 July 10.30-4pm

Art in the Yard, 12 Avebury Ave, Bournemouth BH10 7ED, admission free. In support of the Kinson Food Bank and Prostate Cancer UK. For any further information please contact Chris on 07807 704905.

11 July 2pm

Honey bees and hive talk at Kingston Lacy. £8 per person.

Normal admission prices apply.

13 July noon-4pm

Westival at Fryer Field, Bond Avenue, West Moors. Sounds, skate events, Crazy Kev, activities and entertainment including ferret racing. Stalls and games. 50p suggested donation on entry with proceeds being donated to Amelia’s Rainbow.

13 July 7.30pm

The Grange Choral Society, Music for a Summer’s Evening in Christchurch Priory. A selection of music performed by the choir, conductor Marcio Da Silva and accompanied

by Christopher Dowie on the Priory organ. Tickets - www.christchurchpriory. org. Booking office tel 01202 485804, option 4. Nave seats reserved: £18 side aisle seats with television screens £13.

Students: £5.

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Our House, P & P Productions, Lighthouse, Poole Review by Marilyn Barber This was the musical that made you want to jump up and down – but the audience managed to restrain themselves – although it was difficult as this production was full of life and energy.

The music of Madness, the ska band from Camden Town who had so many hits in the 1970s and 1980s, links the scenes in the story of Joe Casey, who on the night of his 16th birthday makes a decision that will change his life.

In the demanding lead role, Dean Rawson was on stage practically all the time, and he transposed personas from ‘Good Joe’ to ‘Bad Joe’ seamlessly as the story followed the two paths that his character could take.

Chloe Payne as his girlfriend Sarah fizzed with enthusiasm, whilst Libby Russell and Claire Tarrant brimmed with energy as her close friends.

Joe’s mother Kath was played with emotion by Catherine Attridge, and Rossano Sal was solemn and dramatic as his father, who provided narration of the action.

Paul Simkin and Christopher Stowe added lots of support as Joe’s friends, whilst it wasn’t difficult to bristle at the two baddies, Tim Berry as Reecey and Peter Oxborrow as Mr Pressman.

Accolades must go to the director and choreographer Clare Camble-Hutchins as there was a large chorus and dancers who clearly had put in a lot of rehearsal.

Combined with live music, this made a lively and entertaining production.

Steel Magnolias, Broadstone Player Theatre Company, Broadstone Memorial Hall Review by Marilyn Barber

The audience was transported to Truvy’s beauty shop in the southern states of America – Chinquapin in Louisiana to be precise – for this play set in the 1980s with an all female cast.

Director Mar Godfrey said they didn’t attempt to copy the film - which starred Dolly Parton – as the actors created their own interpretation of the characters.

Fiona Richards is always confident on stage and in the lead role as Truvy she had the chance to be both witty and humourous with a large measure of empathy.

The part of Annelle, a hairdresser who has newly arrived in town, gave Anna Rigby plenty of opportunity to be quirky as she makes every effort to fit in.

Chirpy and cheerful, Jane Adams gave a polished performance as Clairee, the widow of a former mayor.

Michelle Barton has become a regular in the company, and once again she put in a well-rounded, skilful performance as Shelby, who loses her life following the birth of her much longed for baby and the donation of a kidney from her mother M’Lynn.

There was so much emotion from Janine Williams as M’Lynn, which brought a tear to many an eye in the audience.

Val Smith has over the years tackled a variety of characters, so she was clearly comfortable with the grumpy, and yet amusing Ouiser.

I have to confess that this is not one of my favourite plays, so full marks to the Players for helping me to seeing it in a new light.

Westival treats in store

Taking place on Fryer Field, West Moors on 13 July, the village community of will be in for a treat with Westival.

As well as a climbing wall, ferret racing, fun train and live music, visitors will also find pony riding, skate park activities, classic cars and more. There is even a dog bar for thirsty pups. You will also have the chance to enter the raffle, and for 18s there will be Prosecco and beer. Starts at 9am and ends at 4pm.

Summer of Music

Live Music Saturdays are returning to Ringwood!

Back again for another year, The Furlong shopping centre, in partnership with the Acoustic Connection, is hosting their ‘Summer of Music’. Taking place across four Saturdays across July and August, customers can sit back with a coffee in the picturesque Furlong courtyard and listen to some of the area’s most promising music performers.

Kez Hinton, founder of the Acoustic Connection, comments, “We are so excited about our fresh new line-up this year. We’ve been able to book some amazing artists who can’t wait to perform for the people of Ringwood.”

As well as providing a great experience for shoppers, any donations received will go to “The Absolute Music Trust” – a Bournemouthbased trust focusing on assisting and supporting young people with learning difficulties and enabling access to music lessons and instruments.

Charlie Reed, marketing manager for The Furlong says, “These events are great for adding to the customer experience and we hope the artists also benefit from the exposure they receive.”

Event dates: Saturday 6 & 13 July, Saturday 17 & 24 August, 11am–3pm.

To read the full artist line–up visit thefurlong.co.uk

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Rep returns to Tivoli

Dramatic Productions will be bringing a new play each week to the Tivoli Theatre Wimborne this summer.

From 25-27 July, with a matinee on the Saturday, the company will present ‘A Bunch of Amateurs’, Ian Hislop and Nick Newman’s laugh–a–minute comedy.

Washed up Hollywood star Jefferson Steele arrives in England to play King Lear in Stratford – only to find that this is not the birthplace of the Bard, but a sleepy Suffolk village. It stars Mark Freestone and Julia Savill.

‘Rising Damp’ by Eric Chappell runs from 1- 3 August, with a matinee on the Saturday. When student Alan moves into his new flat, he doesn’t expect to find it already inhabited by a mysterious African Prince – but his presence is the least of Alan’s worries. It is a classic British sitcom starring Russell Biles as Rigsby.

‘Love From A Stranger’ by Agatha Christie and Frank Vosper runs from 8-10 August, with a Saturday matinee.

A whirlwind romance with a handsome and charming stranger sweeps Cecily Harrington off her feet and she recklessly abandons her old life to settle in a remote country cottage. However, her newfound love is not all that it seems.

Tickets from the Tivoli Theatre on 01202 885566. www.tivoliwimborne.co.uk

Enter local river regatta

Verwood Afternoon TG Verwood Afternoon TG St George’s Lunch was a great success, serving typically English home-made cottage pie and peas. Desserts included Dorset apple cake.

The guild will hold a Strawberry Tea in June and the National TG AGM will take place at Cheltenham Racecourse, attended by TG’s patron the Princess Royal. Linda Nother spoke at the recent meeting of her work in Uganda, helping to organise donations of clothing and much more for the very poor. She also visits the hospitals and schools of the area to help provide equipment and education. For guild info ring 01425 475785.

People are invited to take to the water on the River Stour in Wimborne.

The Dreamboats River Regatta is being held on Sunday 7 July from noon – 5pm.

You can enter a team of three for a cost of just £5 with the event raising funds to provide facilities for disabled people at the Riverside venue.

Dreamboats is open from 11-5pm every weekend for rowing boat hire and every day from 7 July to 8 September.

There is also an electric motor boat for those who would like a trip down the river but find rowing a bit hard.

To enter a team for the regatta ring Pat Hymers on 01202 883442.

Shall we dance?

Whether you are a couple or a single person, you are welcome to a Stepping Out Community Tea Dance to be held in Broadstone.

The first one, for which entry is free, is to be held on Friday 21 June from 2-4pm at Broadstone War Memorial Hall in Tudor Road.

They will then be held every third Friday in the month with a charge of £5 per head.

People with memory loss or other conditions are also welcome and their carers will be paid for by the Leonardo Trust.

The dances will be run by

Dorothy, Hazel and Gerry of Shall We Dance.

Dame Annette Brooke who came up with the idea said, “It has long been my ambition to hold monthly tea dances in Broadstone.

I don’t dance myself but from my work in the community I feel that there are many retired people who would enjoy this activity.”

It is necessary to book a place for the first dance on 01202 658833.

The event is made possible through the sponsorship of Lesley Shand, Corfe Mullen.

Where

Sign up for Macmillan bike ride

Online entry for the 31st Macmillan Dorset Bike Ride is now open. The event starts at Corfe Mullen Recreation Ground and will pass through Blandford.

Marshals, refreshments and bike mechanics will all be on hand. This year’s ride takes place on 7 July 2019 and will offer a choice of four circular rides in the Dorset countryside.

Distances include 38, 48, 63 and the challenging 100 miles. For more details visit www.macmillanbikeride. co.uk or call 01202 601705 for entry forms.

Congratulations to Libertys ticket winners

Following the MAGS4DORSET competitions in Viewpoint and 4Dorset, the four lucky ticket winners are: Dom from Ringwood, Jenny Cummings from Fordingbridge, Val Coates from Verwood and Teresa Halford from West Parley.

All had the right answer ‘falconry’ and will be winging their way to Libertys Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre in Ringwood for a great day out.

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monkeying around comes naturally

Summer at Monkey World means the primates are enjoying being out and about in their large outdoor enclosures – important for all but especially for the youngsters!

As Monkey World is the official European Crèche for orphaned orangutans, during the warmer months, the orphaned infants love to explore their outdoor spaces.

Bulu Mata, 4, is getting bigger and braver and is spending more time wrestle playing with his older adoptive brothers, Silvestre and Jin whilst infant ladies Rieke, 4, and Mimi, 3, are pros at climbing high to find the tasty breakfast treats hidden around the enclosures.

Visitors can see Bulu, Rieke and Mimi at Monkey

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World every day through the year apart from Christmas Day. The park is also home to over 260 rescued and endangered primates, rehabilitated to live in family groups of their own kind.

Join the adoption scheme and not only will you support the rescue

and rehabilitation of primates in need, you will also get an entry pass to the park for a year.

For more details on visiting the park, or the adoption scheme, please visit www.monkeyworld. org, email apes@ monkeyworld.org or call 01929 462537.

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It’s festival time

There are so many local festivals coming up over the next few weeks that you are going to be hard pressed to make a choice. Or perhaps you are going to want to go to them all!

Fordingbridge Festival is on 20 July. See the feature on pages 2527 in this magazine for full details.

Bournemouth Jazz Week 2030 June, combines the Jazz By The Sea Festival with St Peter’s Church in Bournemouth. See page 22 for more details.

If you’ve enjoyed Wimborne Minster Folk Festival you won’t want to miss Folk on the Quay in Poole on 29 June.

Christchurch is hosting a FlowerFest in the castle ruins from 14-16 June. You can follow the floral trail around the Priory Grounds and Christchurch Quay at the free outdoor event, which is supporting and donating to Macmillan Caring Locally.

Poole will host the Magic of Thailand Festival from 22-23 June from 10am-7pm. To be held in Harbourside Park (Baiter) it will feature Thai massage, a unique eating competition, Buddhist monks, Muay Thai boxing, a Ladyboy show, a beer garden and food stalls.

22 June will see Ferndown’s Fete on the Field on King George V Playing Field from 11am-4pm. A day of entertainment, stalls, the JTYAF pram race, Plastic Free Ferndown, the annual 10k run, car show and much more. Turndown@ Ferndown takes place at the Skatepark.

Dorset Midsummer Music Festival takes place from 21-22 June at Warren Farm, Bulbarrow in Blandford Forum. There will be a range of great music, children's entertainment, stalls and a holistic zone alongside a wide selection of food and drink. If you want to make a proper weekend of it, camping is available in this area of outstanding natural beauty.

Adjacent to Julian’s Bridge at Wimborne Minster, from 21 to 24 June, Vdub at the Pub will bring a weekend of activities including music, vintage, cycle rides and a car show. This is a camper van and outdoor activity family weekend.

Hall & Woodhouse are holding the Dorset Beer Festival at their brewery in Blandford on Saturday 22 June from 11am-10pm. There will be live music from bands including Just Us, Gugge 200 and Brass Monkeys. All profits from the day will go to the Air Ambulance.

Christchurch Music Festival takes place from 5 to 7 July on the Quay.

Entry is free.

Corfe Castle will host a Festival of Archaeology from 6-7 July and from 13-14 July from 10am-5pm.

There will be a variety of living history displays and hands-on activities.

Bourne Free – Bournemouth’s LGBT Festival is from 12-14 July.

The parade starts at 11am on the East Cliff and finishes at the Triangle.

Museum of the Moon at Liverpool Cathedral © Gareth Jones

Luke Jerran’s Museum of the Moon will be in the Central Gardens, Bournemouth from 28-30 June fro 10am to 10pm.

At its heart is an astounding seven-metre diameter spherical sculpture. This incredible installation is a fusion of largescale NASA lunar imagery, moonlight and surround sound audio created by Ivor Novello Award and BAFTA-winning composer Dan Jones. Admission is free.

Dorset Dubfest will be held at Herston Yards Farm in Washpond Lane in Swanage from 28-30 June from 10am-8pm. It will be a fun packed weekend for all of the family with live music, good food, great beer and kids activities, shopping and auto jumble.

Now in its seventh year, Wonky Donk at Halls Farm, Halls Road, Lytchett Matravers is open from 12-14 July. It has a garden party atmosphere with live music.

Westival focusing on music and activities will take place on Fryer Field in West Moors from noon until 4pm on 13 July. Formerly West Moors Multi-Activity Day, the event will be raising funds for Amelia’s Rainbow. The Benedicts will be there – one of only two public appearances in 2019.

Witchampton Village Fete at Brook Cottage is in fact a country show. It takes place on 13 July from 1.30-5pm. You can enjoy cream teas on the lawn, a barbecue, dog show, children’s games, tug of war and karate demonstrations.

Also Maypole dancing and Witchampton Ukelele Band.

For the 3rd year running 5,000 sun-soaked, music and fun loving Sandfesters will gather on the spectacular blue flag Sandbanks beach to enjoy world class DJs and acts. Sandfest takes place on 14 July from noon until10pm.

The annual event to commemorate the bravery of the martyrs' struggle – the Tolpuddle Martyrs’ Festival – featuring music, speakers and family entertainment takes place from 19-21 July.

Wareham Carnival is on 21 July from noon-5pm.

Camp Bestival takes place at Lulworth Castle in East Lulworth from 25-28 July. There will be music from Simple Minds, Rick Astley and Clean Bandit amongst many other bands.

Not a festivalgoer?

How about the Purbeck Plod?

What could be nicer than being out in the Purbecks in the summer?

The Ramblers East Dorset Group are holding their Purbeck Plod on Sunday 23 June. It consists of a 25-mile route open to both walkers and runners, and two shorter routes of 16 miles and 12 miles for walkers only.

The routes start from the Pier at Swanage and continue westward along the South West Coast Path.

Cold drinks and snacks are available at most checkpoints and food will be provided at the finish along with a timed certificate.

Registration is from 7.30am on the day and starting time is 8.30am for walkers (25 and 16 miles) and 9.30am for runners. Walkers are requested to arrive by at least 8.15am and runners by 9.15am. The latest finishing time is 8pm.

Further details may be found on their web page eastdorsetramblers. org.uk and application forms may be downloaded from this site or requested by email from purbeckplod@ eastdorsetramblers.org.uk

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Gardening jobs for June

By Marilyn Barber

Yes, we know you would rather be out and about this month, but there are some jobs in the garden you should be tackling.

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ou don’t need us to tell you that with the extra light and warmth weeds will be sprouting up as if from nowhere so you do need to hoe the ground regularly in dry conditions.

Also growing with a vengeance at this time of year are your lawns.

They need mowing once a week – sorry – and require feeding, moss killing and weeding.

Now is the time to put up your hanging baskets.

You can of course buy them ready planted, but if

you prefer to create your own there are a few basic principles.

You can buy readymade cardboard liners or alternatively just collect moss from your lawn. Next you need to half fill the basket with compost. Choose a central plant and some trailing plants to cover the side of the basket. Once the plants are in situ, fill

the rootballs with more compost.

You will need to check the basket every day, watering unless the compost is wet. Other duties include applying a liquid fertiliser and deadheading.

Pruning can be a very satisfying pursuit and at this time of the year you will need to attend to deciduous shrubs that flower in late winter and early spring.

Cut out damaged or dead shoots to ground level and take out weak, spindly or twiggy shoots to the point of origin.

And finally – how about tidying up the shed?

Remove any old, out of date chemicals and if

you are not sure how to dispose of them, ask at your local authority tip.

Stewarts Garden Centres have an area for customers to leave and take empty plant pots in their car parks. Those

left behind are sent for recycling. They accept plant pots marked with PS(6) and PP(5), but can’t take pots marked with PETE(1), HDPE(2), V(3), ldpe(4) or Other(7).

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Don’t be ‘blinded by the light’

By Marilyn Barber

Definitely not wanting to complain but as I write, the sun is shining brightly outside and if we didn’t have window blinds, the reflection on my computer screen would make typing near impossible.

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ot wanting to disparage those who still prefer net curtains, there is no doubt that blinds have transformed our homes, protecting furniture and carpets from fading and allowing us to have just the right amount of light in each room.

Blinds are nothing new.

Related patents were taken out in England

by Gowin Knight in 1760 and Edward Beran in 1769 but Venetian blinds were known to the French long before then. One of the earliest patents for a window shade was filed in 1888 by George l Castner.

The choice is huge.

There are blinds made with the colour and texture of wood which can cope with even the most challenging environments such as kitchens and bathrooms.

Roller blinds add colour to a room and are great for downstairs toilets and bathrooms.

You get great light control from vertical

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blinds, which can be found in neutral hues to tone in with the colour scheme in your lounge.

Venetian blinds have horizontal slats, one above the other and can be made of metal or plastic. They are suitable for most rooms in the home and for offices.

Conservatory blinds are a must if you don’t want to freeze in the winter and boil in the summer. Amongst the ranges are those that simply clip onto the frame, requiring no drills or screws.

Duolight thermal blinds keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter. They can also be raised to a small neat stack that

allows you to enjoy more of the view outside.

And for a really contemporary look how about shutter blinds which will give your home a new stylish feature.

New to the market are day–night blinds which ensure privacy whilst allowing you to take advantage of the sunlight. This is achieved by having sliding horizontal strips of sheer material through a double layer of fabric.

Motorised blinds are now becoming more popular and they are ideal for areas that are not easily accessible.

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A nursery fit for your prince or princess

By Marilyn Barber

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex probably don’t need any guidelines when it comes to decorating the nursery for their son, but it can be a little daunting for people on a more modest budget.

Ideally have it complete by 36 weeks into your pregnancy in case the arrival is early.

If you choose wallpaper make sure it is washable as waste substances could end up on the wall!

You can make a small room look bigger by choosing light colours and creating visual interest.

And, if you’re on a budget why not make your own wall art? The best way to save space in a small nursery room if to have a three-in-one cot bed.

This contains a mattress, spacious bottom drawer, chest with a large changing table and a small wardrobe at the side.

As far as the colour scheme is concerned, green is calming and refreshing.

Lighting is very important as you want the room to mimic night–time at any time of the day.

Blackout curtains should work for daytime naps.

Picking a theme can be tricky but you can’t go far wrong with baby animal portraits or an aeroplane mobile. And remember that baby will be lying down so it is important to decorate the ceiling.

Furniture should include a crib, a nursing chair and pillow, drawers and a small wardrobe.

Avoid furniture with

easily removed knobs or pieces as they could become a hazard when your baby becomes mobile.

Although initially your baby won’t have many toys – within a year they will probably be overwhelmed, so make sure you have plenty of storage.

The crib should be placed near the door of the room so mum and dad can reach the child easily when they’re stumbling about in the middle of the night. Don’t place the crib near a window.

And remember don’t beat yourself up if the room doesn’t end up like something from a glossy magazine as babies don’t care what the nursery looks like. All they need

is your love, warmth and comfort.

It is only when they progress to the toddler age that they start to have preferences.

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New mayor chairs political hot potatoes The new mayor of Ferndown, Cllr Julie Robinson, chaired her first meeting on 14 May. A continuation of the meeting the day before, that saw her voted in as mayor and Cllr Harry Worth elected as deputy, it was a political hot potato.

The first motion, put forward by Cllr Mike Parkes and seconded by Cllr Matthew Stickley, was that the council should become a political council and adopt a government-based system.

This created a backlash.

Cllr Hanson Graham said, “We have to accept a totalitarian idea. It is not democracy, it is near fascism.”

Cllr Terry Cordery asked, “What is the benefit to the town? Why not keep the status quo. I cannot understand why we are going this way.”

An amendment suggested by Cllr Hanson Graham not to have a cabinet position was rejected because it was a contrary position, not an amendment.

Members of the public walk out The motion was carried at which point a number of members of the public who were present shouted, “Damn disgraceful, shameful,” before they walked out.

Jim Bellamy, chair of South Ferndown Residents Association said outside the meeting, “I personally think they want a closed shop and they will do nothing for Ferndown. They will be controlled from Dorset Council as a typical Tory run institution.”

Resident Gary Troman added, “All those who voted Independent – their votes may as well be thrown in the bin.”

Back at the meeting, motions were being pushed through including disbanding the old committees in favour of a cabinet-based system, where portfolios would take on elements of the previous committees. There would not be an environment committee and it was quickly pointed out that this would be

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sending a bad message.

A motion to pay councillors 20% of the price of a new device, it they used their own devices for council work, was voted through, despite Cllr Cordery attempting to get the 20% removed.

A further motion to increase allowances, and pay them quarterly was passed. Cllr Cordery said, “If we are serious about saving money, this is preposterous. A 50 per cent increase in allowances is greed and it’s wrong.”

An amendment was tabled to remove the quarterly payment and remove the review during the current year, but this failed.

Ecological Project retained by one vote Further motions were carried including one to revoke the exploration of the acquisition of land at Pompeys Lane. However, when it came to the motion to revoke commitment to the Ecological Project in the interests of saving money, this was rejected by one vote after Cllr Hanson Graham defended the project. He said the budget required was small, only £1,200, so that areas could be looked at with Dorset Council for the planting of wild flowers. It was also pointed out all the work completed on the Eco Project so far had been carried out voluntarily at no cost to the council, and that again, if the project was revoked, it would be sending out a really poor message.

Extraordinary Full Council Meeting follows through The following week Ferndown Town Council held an Extraordinary Full Council Meeting to agree the council’s mission statement, committee structure and terms of reference. All were voted through, as well as committee allocations.

In the public’s 10-minute slot various points were raised and the formation of a political council was queried. No immediate answer was forthcoming after which, a member of the public said, “As members of the public, we put our trust in you… Ferndown deserves a democratic voice.”

Heartily sick of political manoeuvring On 14 May at Ferndown Town Council’s AGM, democracy took a big step backwards.

Members of the public turned out in numbers in outrage at a council motion to move from the democratic traditions of “one councillor, one vote” to that of a government style where there is simply one party in power making decisions on policy behind closed doors, everyone else having to sit in opposition. Under this system there is no doubt that, whichever party is in power, government influence and policy will effect decisions made at local level, putting at risk the Council’s responsibility to always work in the best interests of the citizens of Ferndown.

There were impassioned counter arguments by the sitting Independent councillors, supported by clapping and cheers from the public, reminding the council that it was not in the interests of Ferndown and that it would only cause more division.

Despite this the motion was passed by the majority Conservative party.

A large number of the public left in anger at that point expressing their frustration at what had just taken place.

The population of Ferndown DID NOT vote for this and the fact that this proposal was not on any Conservative election leaflet demonstrates that this was simply political manoeuvring - something the public are heartily sick of. Having just lost council seats all around the country have they not yet learned their lesson?

A gesture towards equality I would like to thank some of the kind residents of Verwood who pay heed to those like myself with a disability and/or mobility problems and who provide a door bell to alert that someone wants to enter.

The first door bell I found was at the back door of the Methodist Church in Vicarage Road.

I have mentioned this oversight to others and a manageress a while back had one put on the Costa Coffee doorjamb. Now the United Reformed Church has one, as does St Michael’s church hall. It means others do not have to continually watch for the occasional wheelchair mobility scooter when they are busy serving/working and I personally am most grateful for this gesture towards equality.

Jim Bellamy Chairman South Ferndown Residents Association

Marilyn Warburton Verwood

Cllr Julie Robinson

The new leader, Cllr Parkes then explained that in the past there had been groups blocking votes and he believed they were not always for the benefit of the town. He said he hoped “we can bring some positivity back.”

When another member of the public asked what do the “Conservatives feel really needs doing in this town?” there was a long silence followed by an argument between the public and councillors which was ended when the mayor reminded everyone that the 10-minute public slot had run out.

Not long afterwards, the chairman of South Ferndown Residents Association walked out voicing his displeasure after an amendment with regards to the planning committee failed.

Outside the Extraordinary Full Council Meeting a member of the public, who asked to remain anonymous said, “I am a disgruntled resident. I didn’t vote for the Conservatives.

They have been in power far too long. We need fresh people making decisions. Now they have a political council, they are just railroading things through. There was nothing about this in the Conservative flyer. They can’t answer anything.”

Ferndown Town Council consists of 17 councillors (including one vacancy), 9 are Conservative.

Useful prize Thought you would like to see a group of our over 90s refreshing their knowledge with the Highway Code prize! We meet on Mondays at Age Concern Braeside Road village hall.

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Local help for rape victims

Charities to benefit from BID barbecue Report and photo by Marilyn Barber

Users of a service that provides support for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted have spoken of the help they received at the centre.

The Shores Sexual Assault Referral Centre provides expert advice and support for men, women and children who have been raped or sexually assaulted in Dorset.

The service, funded by Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dorset and NHS England, is contactable 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and provides a safe and non-judgemental environment focusing on the needs of the individual.

The Bournemouth centre is able to offer a wide range of help – from crisis support workers who explain what their options are, to specialist nurses and doctors who are able to undertake examinations, talk about any medical concerns, and where appropriate gather forensic evidence.

People who are over 18 can come to the SARC without telling the police. If they decide to report the assault to the police, specially-trained officers are made available.

The service also provides independent sexual violence advisors, who can support victims in the weeks and months after their visit, liaising with agencies within the criminal justice system on their behalf.

This service is provided through the charity Dorset Rape Crisis. They are also able to arrange sexual health screening at clinics nearest to where the victim lives.

One service user said, “I was scared and worried with my anxiety, but I was reassured all the way and felt calm and relaxed, and was given a cup of tea.”

Another said, “They let me know when they were going to do the necessary medical stuff, and they were so patient, supportive and lovely! They made me feel very in control.”

Martyn Underhill, Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner, said, “While it is very sad that this service and others like it are so badly needed, clearly the emotional and practical support that The Shores is able to offer people, who have been through one of the worst experiences imaginable, is absolutely fantastic.”

Lewis-Manning Hospice and the Alzheimer’s Society are to benefit from an event organised by Wimborne BID (Business Improvement District).

A barbecue party is to be held at Deans Court in Wimborne on 10 July from 7-11pm, featuring music by Luke who sings in the style of Michael Bublé.

The ticket includes a Bucks Fizz reception, quality butcher’s burger, sausage and the trimmings plus a dessert, the latter being sponsored by Heritage Investments. The drinks reception is being sponsored by ILS (Independent Living Services).

L-R, Gary Wilks (ILS), John Cooper, Heritage Investments, Simon Thomas, BID manager, Charlotte Greening and Matt Renaut

There will be a raffle with prizes including a Samsung 32 inch smart TV donated by Dacombes of Wimborne.

Matt Renaut, managing director of Dacombes said, “We are delighted to sponsor this very special event for yet another year.”

Tickets are available from Saville Travel in the High Street, which is also welcoming more raffle prizes – you can drop them off to Charlotte Greening.

Huge sink hole opens up in Dorset An alarming looking sink hole has opened up in Dorset.

In February this year, a small hole around the size of a dinner plate was reported beside the Inland Coast Path on Bronkham Hill, West Dorset.

It was investigated by Dorset Council’s Ranger Team and then geologists, who found that the small hole was covering a chasm with the potential to be up to 30 metres wide and 15 metres deep. A barrier was put up and the restricted byway was temporarily closed.

That small surface hole has since opened up to a huge sinkhole. While it may look alarming, the council says that the hole appears to be stable.

John Sellgren, executive director for Place at Dorset Council said, “When this hole was first reported we took

action as we knew it could indicate a chasm of unknown depth. Safety precautions were taken, and an investigation was carried out.

“I am happy to report that the sink hole now appears stable and the National Trail is open.

Sinkholes occur naturally, but our advice is always take care and if you have concerns report them to Dorset Council.”

Sinkholes are rare in Dorset, but have occurred throughout history at Bronkham Hill, which is north-east of Portesham. They

Sink hole Feb 2019

occur naturally when the surface layer of land collapses into ancient hollows formed during the last ice age. This particular sink hole is believed to have been caused during the last major glacial period where meltwater dissolved the rocks below.

At Bronkham Hill, which is part of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), rainwater seeps through the surface flint and gravel and dissolves the porous chalk beneath.

Around 200 steep-grass lined pits can be found nearby, known as ‘elliptical dolines’.

These are sinkholes of the past, which have now grassed over.

Sink hole May 2019

A Gaming Fun Day held at Dacombes of Wimborne as part of the Discover Wimb orne events raised £235.31 for the LEAF (Leukaemia Educa ting and Fundraising) charity. In total the children ate their way thr ough 20 pizzas and three tubs of ice cream!

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Six car brands win awards

Family tickets to Beaulieu up for grabs MAGS4DORSET and Beaulieu events have joined together to offer two family tickets to this fabulous attraction, which has much going on during the summer.

From 20 July to 1 September, amazing cars will come out of the National Motor Museum as Beaulieu travels in time from the Victorian penny farthing to the adrenalinfuelled world of supercars for fun-filled family days out.

You can see daily parades every day (except event days) with vehicles spanning motoring history, featuring Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

On 3 and 4 August, the Beaulieu Supercar Weekend will bring the collection bang up-to-date as some of the world’s most desirable cars unleash their horsepower on demonstration runs and super sound-offs.

In the grounds of Palace House, see costumed actors perform playlets with early motoring marvels, join traditional games on the lawns, then head inside to discover what life was like ‘upstairs and downstairs’ in a Victorian country house.

Watch Lord Montagu’s falconer give demonstrations and talk to the costumed monk in the ruins of Beaulieu Abbey.

On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11am-3pm on 6-29 August, younger visitors can also get hands-on with free creative workshops in the National Motor Museum.

Summer activities are included in a general admission ticket, which includes entry to the museum, World of Top Gear, On Screen Cars, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and the grounds and gardens.

Supercar Weekend event tickets can be bought separately. Visit www. beaulieu.co.uk or call 01590 612345.

If you’re thinking about buying a new car it is always good to know which ones are award winners.

Dacia, Jaguar, Kia, Lexus, Skoda and Toyota gained award recognition in the annual Auto Trader New Car Awards – and all are represented by the Westover group in Dorset.

Awards are decided by feedback collated from a survey of more than 60,000 car owners, all of who rated their cars in 16 key areas such as driving enjoyment through to the best car for dog owners.

Scores for every model featured in the survey were totalled to calculate an overall score and this in turn highlighted which model car buyers found the most satisfying to own.

Award winners were: Best Car for City Drivers – Toyota C-HR; Best Value Brand 2019 – Dacia; Best Seven-Seater 2019 – Skoda Kodiaq; Best Car for Towing 2019 – Kia Sportage; Best Pickup 2019 – Toyota Hilux; Best Value New Car 2019 – Dacia Duster; Most Reliable Brand 2019 – Lexus; Brand with the Best Features 2019 – Jaguar.

Mark Whittam, group operations director Westover Group, says, “An Auto Trader New Car Award is a genuine stamp of approval from the people that drive with the car day-in, day-out, and this makes each winning car a true consumer champion.

The Dacia Duster

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ASK THE EXPERT

By Nolan Irving, Irving and Sons Estate Agents

Q.

Is it correct that it is now illegal to charge tenant’s fees when renting a property?

A. As from 1June 2019, the government has introduced legislation to ensure that tenants will no longer have to pay the majority of the costs involved in renting a property in England, but there are still some permitted costs.

Tenants can still be asked to pay an upfront reservation/holding deposit to secure a property. But this is capped at the equivalent of one week’s rent and will form part of the initial first month’s rental payment upon commencement of the tenancy. The other major change within this legislation is that tenant’s tenancy deposits will also be capped at the equivalent of five weeks’ rent. It is still acceptable for landlords and letting agents to hold a larger deposit on tenancies signed prior to 1 June 2019, but at the point the tenancy is renewed for a further period, the deposit must be reduced to the five-week rent cap level.

There are a few exceptions to the tenant fee ban such as the rent, the deposit and the cost to rectify any damage caused to the property during the tenancy but on the whole, tenants will no longer have to pay the fairly substantial setup/check-out fees.

Other permitted payments by tenants are for lost/replacement keys and changes that

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they request to the tenancy agreement such as changing the rent payment date or adding/ removing a permitted occupier. Tenants are also still liable for the landlord’s cost should they request an early exit from their tenancy agreement.

For the avoidance of doubt: tenants are still responsible for all their utility bills during the tenancy eg: gas, electricity, water, telephone, broadband, TV licence, council tax etc.

The intention of the new legislation is to ultimately save tenants paying the large setup fees that some agents were charging and for the responsibility for these costs to pass from the tenant to the landlord.

Over the past year or two, landlords have come under increasing financial pressure due to several changes that affect the financial viability of being a landlord in the private rental sector.

Therefore I, as the director of the largest lettings business in Verwood and surrounding areas, have made the decision to absorb this loss of income as much as possible to ensure that our landlords’ costs are also kept to a minimum.

I have recently spoken to several landlords who are now unhappy clients of other letting agents. The reason for this is because their

current letting agents are using the tenant fee ban as an excuse to impose blanket increases on every property currently under their management of between 1-3% of the monthly.

I would like assure all of my landlord clients that this is not something that my business is going to implement!

There is no doubt that the fee ban will reduce an agent’s income significantly but we have chosen to support our landlords through this change by not increasing their ongoing management fees and any increases in the tenancy setup charge will be kept to a minimum.

The legislation that was introduced on 1 June 2019 is going to save tenants money in terms of their fees but the fear is that landlords will mitigate their increasing costs by simply putting up their rents, which could result in tenants actually being worse off in the long term.

If you are a tenant wanting more information on the tenant fee ban or a landlord wanting to know more about how we are dealing with the legislation changes, then please just give me a call 01202 823333

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Improved facilities for school pool Children are now able to enjoy improved facilities at a local school pool.

Barry Goringe, Dorset councillor and chairman of St Leonards & St Ives Parish Council, together with Samara Stewart chairman of the St Ives School Association, have officially opened the newly refurbished St Ives Primary School pool.

Over the last two years the swimming pool has undergone a full refurbishment. In 2017/2018 a small team of parents and grandparents completely renovated the changing room complex with huge support from local companies.

Last year, works included a major re-lining of the tank of the pool and the purchase and installation of two air heat source pumps, making the system more eco-friendly. The pool was tiled, water inlets and outlets updated and the plant room pipework tested and updated. Bluewater Pools Ltd carried out the work earlier this year.

It was all possible thanks to a grant of £20,000 from East Dorset District Council and funding from the Co-op Bransgore, the Mason’s John Langton Fund, Via Lucis Masonic Lodge No 8228,

Woodford Lodge No 3903 and £7,000 raised by parents.

A handful of ex parents and pupils who were involved in the original fundraising and running of the pool 40 years ago attended the swimming pool opening event including Lauren Posser (nee Moriarty), the girl who opened the pool in June 1980.

The pool provides a facility for the children at St Ives Primary School as well as those at Three Legged Cross, Oakhurst and St Mary’s First School.

It is hoped to open the pool to the community to offer a variety of sessions.

Volunteers are always needed to run it and a seasonal pool caretaker is also required.

Contact Samara Stewart on SISAinfo@stivespta.com if you can help.

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