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Dear Readers,
full moon, the hottest day of the year and a future new King arrives - it all must mean something! Any ideas? Despite this our best wishes go to both families. Two days after the birth and so far we have only had a glimpse with the proud parents, seen his first regal wave and now we just need a name - which will no doubt create an avalanche of ‘must have’ souvenirs. I just didn’t realise just how much interest the Royal family and particularly the Royal baby have generated throughout the globe! Pretty scary for William and Kate! At least it has given us something else to talk about other than the recent hot spell! With babies in mind, this issue’s ‘Portrait of a Dorset Artist’ on page 21 tells us about an artist who spent two years as a baby in Poole and numer-
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ous childhood holidays there and despite living in London he felt that Dorset was more like his home - and so it was - once he moved here permanently in 2005! Our cover picture is also part of one of Brian’s paintings. Plus we have all the usual articles about cats, cars, community news, quizzes and crosswords etc! If you would like more members in your club or society, and/ or would like us to publish your news, articles or future events, then simply e-mail the details to info@roundaboutmags.co.uk. All our current magazines can be viewed online at: www.roundaboutmags.co.uk. Remember - in future when you need a job done or want to treat yourself AND help local businesses, look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ and save yourself time, fuel and most importantly at the moment - money!
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Local events and features Community News 6,9,16,21 The Blashford Bulletin 4 Viewed From My Window: rescued cat stories by Local Author, Patricia Oliver 12 Clubs & Societies 14 What’s On locally 20,22 Portrait of a Dorset Artist: Brian Freelander 21
Feature articles Gardening: Home Grown Herbs Mike’s Motors: RCZ = Radical, Cosseting, Zingy Health: Feeling the Itch Interiors: Using Neutral Colours Book Reviews: Seeing Double Beauty: Eat Yourself Beautiful Helpful Hints for Hedgehogs
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T he Blashford Bulletin Things to look out for in the coming months at the Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve, Ibsley.
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ou never know quite return from its summer holiwhat you might see at days in France too! Blashford Lakes during late summer; but you are sure to see something! The summer’s fledglings boost bird numbers on the reserve and a few migrants will start moving through including many waders.
The long warm summer evenings are the perfect time for a spot of bat watching. Why not book on to our Night Watch on 20th September for the opportunity to listen in to their secret world. We will be going for a short walk using bat detectors to pick up the high pitch clicking sounds they use to navigate their Green Sandpiper The green sandpiper is one of way round in the dark. We are the waders that you are likely currently running some bat to see with a few choosing to There is nothing quite like surveys to learn more about stay with us for winter. It is camping in the great out- the species we have on the the best time of year to spot doors to get back to your wild reserve. a kingfisher as there are more side! This summer we will be running a special family event setting up camp for the day at Blashford Lakes, building shelters, lighting camp fires and cooking over the open fire. The Wild in the Woods day on 17th August is a brilliant way to reconnect with nature and learn some new skills together as a family, please note booking is essential so please phone to book your place. If this doesn’t sound like your ideal day out but you know your children would love it then why not book them on to one of our Wild in the Woods ‘Dangerous Days Out’ in the Kingfisher summer holidays! Camping is great for all ages and even The Blashford Lakes Project birds about to see and they our toddler group, the Wildlife is a partnership between often pick a favourite perch to Tots will be having a half day Sembcorp Bournemouth practice their adult life skills. of camping fun during their Water, New Forest District Osprey are a lucky spot as September session. Council and Wessex Water. they begin to fly south back The reserve is managed by to Africa and sometimes juHampshire & Isle of Wight veniles choose to stop off for Wildlife Trust, a charity that a couple of weeks for a spot aims to protect local wildlife of fishing. Numbers of hirundand inspire people. ines are likely to rise as they gather together to feed before For information on upcoming they head off on their journey events visit our website: south so look out for large www.hiwwt.org.uk or phone: number of martins, swallows 01425 472760. For up-toand swifts flying over the date wildlife information visit lakes. It is at this time of year our blog: Great White Egret that the great white egret will blashfordlakes.wordpress.com. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust Protecting wildlife. Inspiring people.
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Home Grown Herbs by Pippa Greenwood
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here’s a really reliable, easy, low-cost and loweffort way to add some zing to your meals; home-grown herbs. Many herbs are simple to raise from seed and if you start sowing now you should be able to have a plentiful supply of fresh, tasty herbs to add to salads, sandwiches, stews and stirfries for months to come. All you need to is a sunny window sill or balcony, or a well-drained, sunny spot in your garden. First, find some good quality multi-purpose compost, your chosen herb seeds and some pots. Good-quality compost is well worth the little bit extra you need to pay. The style of pot is up to you – you may want to choose a classic Mediterranean one, or perhaps a good-looking plastic planter for longevity and light-weight characteristics. Remember that plenty of drainage is essential, and that the smaller herbs do not need a deep root run, so there’s no need for a very tall planter or pot. It’s best to grow each type of herb in its own individual pot, so buy a selection of pots with a minimum diameter of 8cm. Once you have your pot to hand, put a broken flower pot
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or other drainage material in the base and then fill with good quality compost to within 1cm of the rim of the pot and firm it down, not too aggressively, but enough to ensure that there’s no subsidence later on. With large seeds such as coriander, position the seeds evenly on the compost surface. Sprinkle smaller seed thinly. The seeds need to be covered with compost so use your finger or a dibber to gently press the seed in to the very surface of the compost and then drizzle more compost on top to the depth stated on the packet of seed. Water the compost thoroughly either from above using a watering can with rose attached, or by standing the pot in a saucer of water for a few minutes until the compost surface is just moist. The seeds generally germinate quite quickly and often within just a week or two you’ll have lots of tiny herbs. Once the herbs are up and growing strongly you can start to harvest them. Use sharp scissors or a sharp knife to cut off what you need; this way you’ll minimise damage to the growing plants and so help to keep them cropping for longer. As long as you keep the pots adequately watered, ideally by
watering from the base, they should last for several weeks or months but make sure that the compost is not too wet or else your herb pots won’t last long. If you find that you’re not eating them fast enough, store some for later use. Ice cubes give you a really great freshherb taste off-season. Just half fill ice-cube tray sections with water. Add chopped fresh herbs to each section and top up with water. Label the tray as they can be difficult to identify. You can then simply pop them whole into stews and casseroles as and when you need them.
Top herbs that grow well from seed: There are lots of herbs which do very well in pots when sown from seed. Some of my favourites include Italian or Genovese basil, lemon basil, chervil, Coriander ‘Cilantro’ for leaves, flat-leaved parsley, Ainse, Thai basil, chervil, chives, fennel, garlic chives.
The punishment fits the crime!
eil Winkley, Chairman of Bournemouth Gilbert & Sullivan Society, volunteered to sit in the stocks at the recent Broadstone Fair to promote the Society’s autumn production of The Yeomen of the Guard. It is perhaps the most serious of all Gilbert & Sullivan operas, and Neil’s stunt fitted well with its theme of punishment and its slightly sinister overtones. Yet Gilbert’s satire and punning one-liners abound, and many believe that it is Sullivan’s finest score. The Yeomen of the Guard is at Lighthouse, Poole, from Wednesday 23rd to Saturday 26th October at 7.30 (with matinées at 2.30 and 7.30 on Thursday and Saturday).
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rankfurt Motor Show 2007. The motoring press gathered in force to look at new innovation, stand by stand. Peugeot revealed their unique RCZ Concept Car to much adulation, everybody’s attention. This concept was intended to showcase their ability to design a radically sporty style with a proven economical chassis. Feedback enabled a somewhat surprised Peugeot to decide to put the car into production, maintaining almost every detail of the show concept. Three years after series production commenced, minor frontal changes and equipment upgrades are keeping the attention of everybody interested in cars. Visually the body design is highly individual, bold and aggressive, instantly recognisable and admired on the street by passersby. The wide and low stance with a short bonnet and long shapely tail are strong visual identifiers, as is the sweeping ‘doublebubble’ cabin roof outlined with contrasting roof edge arches and fulsome rear wheel arches sporting very large, distinctive wheels. Overall it is an unusual wind-cheating shape to instantly love - or loathe. Inside, a 2 + 2 (occasional) seat layout is showed off with impressive design, materials and detail-
ing while retaining the Peugeot family DNA. Mechanically it borrows from the excellent 308 series the engines, transmissions and running gear featuring small petrol and diesel engines yielding leading-edge economy and high performance.
sel - liberal use of the loud pedal brings an interesting ‘bark’ from the exhaust, a surprise with a diesel but very pleasant. Brakes are extremely powerful and fadefree with switchable stability control. This car is light with a low centre of gravity and very grippy large tyres so it is very easy to cover ground securely and very rapidly. The diesel has faultless town behaviour, although the high gearing demands 3rd or 4th gear. Naturally the suspension is biased towards ‘sporty’ without being painful.
My car combined the top ‘GT’ specification with the classleading 2-litre diesel producing 163bhp and driving a conventional 6-speed close-ratio gearbox. Opening the door I was treated to the upmarket smell of supple leather, electrically adjustable heated seats and a very classylooking leather-trimmed facia with a vast array of instruments, controls and a large-screen satnav. Having adjusted the seat and wheel to suit my comfort, the small leathertrimmed steering wheel was thankfully free of annoying buttons, all the important controls being on handy stalks behind the wheel. This is a loveable car with its This car is very well equipped looks, superb driving qualities and supremely comfortable. and fuel consumption during my test ranging between 48 and 59 Fire it up and a distant, very mpg on any journey – an incredpleasant deep throb endures. ible achievement considering The steering is quick and pre- what is on offer. Its only obvious cise, the gearchange short and competitor is the rather ageing feels precision-machined, it even and dull Audi TT, otherwise it’s has a ‘real’ handbrake. Placing cars such as the VW Golf, Ford the car accurately is not so easy Focus ST, the ugly BMW ‘1’ or a with a wide track and plenty of small and inadequate Mercedes bodywork to be seen – particu- – cars simply not in the same larly the rear wings which loom class. There is also a choice of prominently in the door mirrors. 1.6 petrol engines ranging from This is a car in which it would an adequate 120bhp to a stormbe easy to scuff the wheels ing 260bhp turbo, with opportunion kerbstones. Acceleration ties to customise your car exteris excellent at any speed and nally including decals, wheels in any gear with huge torque and colour schemes. from the powerful 2-litre die- A brilliant car!
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Divert dragonfly disaster by Digging for Deano! tat that has been lost.
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angers at Moors Valley Country Park are campaigning for people to back their ‘Dig for Deano’ campaign and build a wildlife pond to help native dragonflies. Moors Valley is one of the best places in the country to see dragonflies. An impressive 27 of the 50 recorded species in the UK, have been spotted at the Park which also boasts a dragonfly as its logo. Spending most of the year as nymphs in Moors Valley’s two rivers and five ponds the dragonflies are a wonderful sight in summer as they come above water to mate and lay eggs. All dragonflies need water to complete their life cycle and their numbers are suffering as a result of losses of wetland habitats. Over the past 100 years it has been estimated that one million ponds have been filled in. By digging a pond you can replace a habi-
Countryside Interpretation Ranger Katie Davies says, “We are asking people to help by digging a garden pond and creating their own dragonfly habitat. We’ve called the campaign ‘Dig for Deano’ after one of the characters in our children’s club – ‘Nuts about Nature’. He is an Emperor Dragonfly and in real life would typically spend two or more years in a pond before taking to the wing as a colourful, aerobatic insect, reaching speeds of up to 18 miles an hour! “Looking after our wildlife is very important to us here at Moors Valley and as we celebrate our 25th birthday we are also looking to the future. Encouraging people to dig new wildlife ponds will not only help our dragonflies like Deano to replenish their numbers. It will also support other species that need water to flourish and thrive.” To help divert dragonfly disaster Moors Valley Rangers have brought together a host of helpful resources on their website to get you started. A
step-by-step guide to putting in a pond, practical information from the British Dragonfly Society and lots of other essential details can be found at www.moors-valley.co.uk/digfordeano
For more information contact the Moors Valley Rangers on 01425 470721 or go to www. moors-valley.co.uk <http:// www.moors-valley.co.uk>
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Take part in The big ask and help shape your local NHS. Health organisations across Dorset have come together to ask you to take part in The big ask - a unique survey which will help shape NHS services in the future. We are asking for your views on a whole range of NHS services, from your local GP and out of hours’ services to community, mental health and hospital services. The survey will look into how well informed you are about the various services available locally, how you choose your health care and what services you use the most. It will also ask how you think the NHS can provide information in the most effective way. Most importantly, it will seek your opinions on the NHS in Dorset – what you value the most and what can be improved.
Dr Forbes Watson NHS Dorset CCG
Announcing the launch of the project, Dr Forbes Watson, Chair of the NHS Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group says: “It’s called The big ask for a reason. We are not just asking you for tick box responses. This is an in-depth analysis of your views.
Everyone has a view on the NHS but The big ask is whether you are prepared to provide us with some really thought provoking responses that will help shape services in the future.”
GP practices, and Dorset HealthCare, which provides community health services across a wide range of locations. To ensure the exercise is independent it is being carried out by Bournemouth University’s Market Research Group. More than 12,000 people will be sent the survey but anyone can take part.
“An ageing population, new treatments and rising expectations all require the NHS to continue to adapt and develop, but limited taxpayer funding makes the challenge
“It will seek options on the NHS in Dorset asking people what they value the most and what can be improved” “More than 750,000 people live in the region. This survey will ensure that patients and the public are at the heart of any decisions we make about the future of the NHS in the county. It will ensure we fully understand how people use our services and what they think our priorities should be.”
“This is the first time ever that NHS organisations across the county have worked together on an exercise of this scale.” It includes the major hospitals in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Dorchester and Poole working together with the newly-formed Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group, which represents the county’s 101
greater each year,” continues Dr Watson. “Ensuring that NHS care remains of the highest quality, accessible and up to date means we need to establish our priorities and make some careful decisions over the next couple of years. That is why this survey is so important and we want as many people as possible to have their say,” he adds. Please take part in The big ask. You can complete the survey online at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/thebigask or if you would like a paper copy please contact Ehren Milner at the Market Research Group on 01202 961379 or emilner@bournemouth.ac.uk The survey will close on 9th September and the feedback will be published in the autumn.
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Viewed From My W indow A small selection of short stories written by Patricia Oliver from Horton near Wimborne, describing the ups and downs of caring for feral cats over the years with photos by J Santana-Martin.
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wonder how many stray, abandoned or feral cats and kittens try to attract attention from the nearest home in the hope of being taken in or at least beg a free meal? Perhaps it is because we sit in the dark and have lights on outside the window that we see them when they come to us. A male cat we now call Mr Tom appeared from behind a large flower pot on Handsome the patio in front of Mr Tom the big window and seemed in some distress, very thin and with pleading eyes. He did not have to ask again, we were soon out there with a plate of food which was devoured in double quick time. He would not stay close whilst we were there, but came back as soon as we had left. One bowl of food was not enough, he needed more and it took four bowls of food before he was satisfied.
He had great difficulty with his breathing and eating and the Vet gave him suitable medication and then we kept him in the large cage we use for this purpose, but when his health returned we let him go. He was not a cuddly cat, he needed his freedom, but he decided he would not go far and with many boxes to sleep in and other facilities available on the patio, such as a little conservatory where the outdoor cats can soak up the sun, he has chosen to remain with us. Mr Tom soon made friends with another feral cat we call Jasper and they became inseparable, always together on a bench, in a box, walking together, cuddling and sleeping together or just resting side by side. It was lovely to see them.
His nightly visits continued and armed with a plate of food we tried to stroke him. It took some time before he allowed such privileges, but gradually you could see the weight was returning on him and he seemed very eager and waited patiently for us to come out with his large dinner. He only came once a day and always after dark.
Unfortunately it was not long before his breathing problems returned, so back to the Vet and Mr Tom had to undergo a washout of his sinuses which removed a lot of mucus and puss from infected and swollen tissues, but after treatment, and a recommendation from the Vet that he should be kept in, he is now part of the family living in the house.
Christmas Eve in this particular year, he just disappeared and we did not see him again until April. Where he had been we had no idea. Maybe he belonged to someone and went back home, but he was now thinner than we had seen him before and we felt we had to get him to the Vet for a check up. He had been neutered, so maybe he had belonged to someone else, but now he was in a bad way and he needed our help.
The full story and many more are in the book “Viewed From My Window” by Patricia Oliver price £10 + £1.75 p&p. For more details, contact Patricia on 01202 826244. All proceeds go towards the Veterinary and Welfare needs of the 16 feral cats currently in her care.
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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
THE DORSET WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION
VERWOOD TRAD JAZZ CLUB
TILAD “There is a life after a death”
OVER 50’S SINGLES FRIENDSHIP CLUB
ADVENTURE IN THE WOODS
CRANBORNE BOWLING CLUB
Meet in the Verwood Area on first Wednesday of the month. 7.15pm-9.30pm. Contact : Trevor Pogson, Chairman on 07825 093832 or Ann Hilton, Secretary on 01202 823212 This friendship/bereavement group meets every Wednesday 2.30-4.30pm in the Community Rooms at Lake Road Surgery. Contact founder: Soozi Cooper 01725 517272 Forest School club for children 4-8 years of age at Edmondsham Forest School, between Verwood and Cranborne. Woodland walks, camp fires, nature crafts etc. Contact Kirsteen McCormick on 01725 517807
VERWOOD EVENING W.I.
Meets in the United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Road, on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm except August when we have our summer break. Contact our President 01202 824781
VERWOOD ARTS AND CRAFTS SOCIETY.
We meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. in the URC Hall Manor Road. Contact. Corinne Roberts 01202 821416 or Janet Stride on 01725 517434
VERWOOD SHORT MAT BOWLING CLUB
(Verwood Youth Centre) Short Mat bowls is a scaled down version of indoor bowling seen on television. Thursday 2pm – 5pm Friday 7pm – 10pm. Contact Mike Poulter 01202 826568 all ages welcome
VERWOOD PANTOMIME SOCIETY
The Society hold rehearsals in September for a show at the Hub, Verwood in January. Members also meet throughout the year for various social events. Contact: Sue Gardiner 01202 825731
VERWOOD ROTARY CLUB
Meet each Tuesday evening at Crane Valley Golf Club. We welcome new members. Contact our secretary: Trevor Buck on 01202 821387
VERWOOD FRIENDSHIP CLUB
meets on the first Thursday of the month from 2.00 – 4.00pm at Meadow Court, Newtown Lane, Verwood. All our members, whilst elderly are full of fun and friendship. Contact: Neil Best 01202 814059
VERWOOD FRIENDS OF THE BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Monthly visits by coach (Wednesdays) to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and also to concerts at Lighthouse Poole during the winter season. Call 01202 824959
CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION
Verwood & Three Legged Cross Branch The Branch holds regular social functions. Contact Mrs Denise Pugh 01202 824549
VERWOOD METHODIST LUNCH CLUB
The Hideaway, Moorlands Road, Verwood, BH31 7PD on 3rd Thursday of the month. Good Food & Bar. Gigs from 8-11pm. (Doors open from 7pm). No membership required. Contact Geoff 07798 721405 Is for like minded people to meet together and make new friends and are looking for new members. The club meets every third Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm at The Hideaway, Moorlands Road,Verwood, BH31 7PD Contact Jane on 07929 868356 The friendly ‘friendlies’ club. Experienced and novice players most welcome. You’ll always get a game. Contact Steve Clapton for more details 01202 826685
VERWOOD EVENING TG
We meet at The Methodist Church Hall, Vicarage Rd, Verwood at 7.30pm on the second Thursday of the month. For information please contact: Carol Weaver 01202 822201
DORSET STITCHERS
Meets every other Thursday at the Methodist Church Hall, £2 per evening includes refreshments. Contact Marilyn Fisher 01202 814212.
VERWOOD METHODIST CHURCH WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP Come and enjoy a social afternoon - you do not have to be a churchgoer. We meet alternate Tuesdays at 2.30pm for talks etc Contacts Valerie Smith 01202 823993 or Anne Hughes 01202 823327
EDMONDSHAM CIRCLE DANCERS
Traditional and contemporary folk dances from around the world. No partners needed. Meeting on 1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays of each month from 7:30 – 9:45 in Edmondsham Village Hall. Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick on 01725 517807.
VERWOOD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Meet in Verwood Memorial Hall at 7.30pm on 1st Thursday of each month with more details on our website: www.verwoodhs.co.uk Contact: Mr Ron Johnstone 01202 814376
RINGWOOD NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Indoor meetings throughout the Winter months, 2nd & 4th Thursdays at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Visitors & new members welcome.Contact Tony 01202 827294
VERWOOD STROKE CLUB
Are you a stroke survivor or a carer, then join our group at the Community Room, Lake Road Surgery, Verwood from 10am to 12 noon every last Wednesday of the month. Contact Joan Lake 01202 813416 or Ron Collins 01202 822013
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Over 65 talks, functions, outings and special events held throughout the year in Verwood, West Moors and Ferndown. Contact Membership Secretary: Janet Matthews 01202 855001
4th Saturday in the month at 12.30pm at the Methodist Church, Vicarage Road, Verwood. Enjoy a really warm welcome and a tasty 2 course meal VERWOOD AFTERNOON TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD inc coffee or tea £4.50. Ring for a lift. To Book call: Meets at the Memorial Hall, Verwood, on the first Thursday of the month Jean 01202 825533 or Lin 07906 303212 at 2pm Visitors and New Members welcome. Various indoor activities, outings and visits to the theatre. Contact Jean Honey 01202 827339. THREE LEGGED CROSS SHORT MAT BOWLS Meet at Three Legged Cross Village Hall Friday afternoons 2pm-5pm VERWOOD BOWLING CLUB Friday evenings 7pm-9.30pm Contact: Peter Turnham 01202 823440 (Moorlands Road) First class facilities aimed to encourage the sport of bowling at all levels. Anyone interested in finding out more please VERWOOD PROBUS CLUB contact Geoff Finn on 01202 824945, or just come along. Monthly meetings - 3rd Tuesday at noon in Crane Valley Golf Club for lunch and then a speaker. Membership enquiries welcomed from local HARDY PLANT SOCIETY (Dorset Group) retired prof. & business men. Contact: Secretary 01202 822569 Meets in Memorial Hall, Colehill, every month to hear first-class Non-members welcome Contact Barbara 01202 882590 for RINGWOOD COMMUNITY CHOIR, “SING FOR JOY” speakers. dates and details. Mixed choir, singing harmony songs from around the world-African, gospel, Taize, folk etc. No auditions, beginners as well as experienced RINGWOOD ANTIQUES CLUB singers age 10 upwards. Meet at Greyfriars Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:30. Greyfriars Community Centre, 4th Wednesday of the month Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick 01725 517807. at 7.00pm for 7.30pm. New members & visitors welcome Membership and programme details 01425 471348 MUSIC FOR THE MIND At the United Reformed Church, Verwood. 4th Monday in the Month at VERWOOD CHORAL SOCIETY 10.30am. Singing meeting for people with memory problems. Aim is to We rehearse Monday evenings at 7.30pm in the St Michael’s Church. give carer & cared for quality time together. FREE. Call Carolyn Polden Contact Charmaine Crossley 01202 826050 on 01725 517272 for more details. More overleaf f PLEASE NOTE: For inclusion on the Club Pages, copy must be submitted as an email and/or as an attached MS Word or Works doc. Due to the popularity of these pages publication is currently on a rotational basis. There is now a nominal charge of £36 inc vat per year for 1. new applications and 2. current club advertisers IF you want to ensure your club details appears in EVERY edition of this magazine.
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Feeling the itch By Julia Faulks
W
ith the British summer finally here it’s not just us embracing the warmer weather - as we peel our winter layers off and take our arms and legs out of hibernation, summer bugs will also make their untimely appearance. Over the past couple of years wet and warm summers have resulted in an explosion in mosquito and flea populations, which can only mean one thing – bites and more bites. You’d like to think you would take it as a compliment that insects think you’re tasty enough to feast on, but it’s not much fun when you’re left with burning, red, swollen and itchy marks - not to mention the pain from stinging nettles after balmy walks in the countryside and picnics in the park.
On-the-spot treatments
There are some simple ways you can help relieve any discomfort if you’ve been bitten or stung: wash the area with soap and water, use a cold compress or an ice pack (a bag of frozen peas will do the trick) and try not to scratch to prevent infection. You can also use a spray or cream that contains local anaesthetic, antihistamine or mild hydrocortisone to prevent itching and swelling, or take an antihistamine tablet (check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or
worried about drowsiness or allergies to medication).
Alternative remedies • For stinging nettle rashes rub the affected area with dock leaves for some instant relief – they are normally found growing near nettles. • Homeopathy is often used
Always seek medical advice if you have wheezing, difficulty breathing or swallowing, excess swelling around the bite or sting, or flu-like symptoms that appear to become worse rather than better. If you’ve previously had a severe reaction you will normally be offered an adrenaline pen or be referred to an allergy clinic for further investigations.
P r e v e nt i n g stings and bites
How can you prevent yourself from being stung in the first place?
to treat bites and stings. For example, Apis and Ledum can help reducing swelling and relieve aching pains. • Essential oils such as Tea Tree Oil and Lavender Oil (dabbed on neat) can be a useful addition to your first aid kit and provide onthe-spot relief as well as helping reduce the risk of infection. You can also add any of the following oils to a bite and sting lotion or cream: Burdock, Plaintain, Echinacea, Feverfew, Nettle, Yellow Doc and St John’s Wort. Some oils can be used as a preventative by putting them in a lotion or water spray and applying to the skin. For example, Lavender, Rosemary, Tea Tree or Citronella.
1. Use an insect repellent at times when you’re more likely to be stung and try and keep your skin covered. 2. Keep an eye on your drinks to make sure that wasps or bees haven’t sneaked inside for a cheeky sip– they particularly like sweet drinks. 3. Try not to panic when you see an insect that may sting – if you wave your arms around you are far more likely to be stung. Stand up slowly, walk away and it will usually buzz off. 4. Use mosquito nets if you’re camping outdoors or put thin netting or door beads over doors to prevent insects from coming inside.
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Beside the sea-side with Dorset Wildlife Trust
D
orset Wildlife Trust is very excited to take part in the Wildlife Trust’s annual celebration of our fantastic coast, with National Marine Week 2013. Events are taking place all over the country, and this is a chance for anyone, of any age to get involved with what lies above, beneath and in Dorset’s iconic seas.
literally give you an insight into the habitats under the sea. Let our experts guide you on a safari of the sea! Each 2 hour session includes a guided safari for £25pp per session on various dates throughout August. Booking is essential.
taceans. If you then want to learn about how to catch and care for crabs without harm to other rockpool animals, we will show you how – the ecofriendly way! Our ‘Eco-friendly Crabbing’ event starts in the afternoon, at 3pm.
National Marine Week begins on the 27th July and there are lots of opportunities for you to experience the UK’s sea animals and plants for yourself. Many of us forget that beneath the waves there is a rich marine world, bursting with colour and life. Fish, lobsters, limpets and anemones all thrive in our local waters – and, in the summer months, dolphins hunt close to our shores.
For those who prefer to keep their feet on land, the Fine Foundation Centre at Chesil Beach has numerous species to uncover, including anemones, sea squirts and crabs. Our seashore detectives events on Tuesday 6th August (12.30-2pm) and Thursday 8th August (1.30-3pm) gives kids (and big kids!) the chance to search for signs of creatures from the deep along the seashore and use our amazing underwater camera to see sea creatures living in their natural habitat.
For more booking information and event details at the Fine Foundation Marine Centre at Kimmeridge, or to book, please phone 01929 481044.
If you’ve ever wanted to see what’s beneath the surface whilst staying dry, our clearbottomed Kayak Safari at Kimmeridge is for you. We also have goggle-viewers to help you explore the seafloor and
If you’re crab-mad, and fancy a day with us at Kimmeridge, there will be an opportunity for families to attend the ‘Crafty Crabs’ event at 12.30 on Wednesday 7th August, where children can create crazy crus-
For more booking information and event details at the Fine Foundation Marine Centre at Chesil Beach, please phone 01305 20619. For more information about all our events, visit dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/events
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Using Neutral Colours
With an almost infinite range of colours from pure white to earthy tones of grey and beige, neutrals are timelessly fashionable. By Katherine Sorrell Experts agree that you should always paint walls a neutral colour. Unless a potential buyer shares your exact taste, they will be put off by rooms painted in vibrant colours. But what if you’re building or renovating a home that you plan to stay in? Aren’t neutrals just a little boring? Only when you get it wrong. A well-planned neutral scheme is good-looking yet understated, harmonious, calm and inviting. Neutrals work well in both old and new houses, small or large spaces and are brilliant at providing cohesion between rooms. Let’s start with white. Rooms painted pure white can appear bigger and brighter, thanks to the way the colour reflects light around. A clean white wall is a great background for vibrant paintings, for the coloured spines of books, or simply for a jug of flowers. On the other hand, though, white can appear cold, stark and unwelcoming, especially when a room is northor east-facing and doesn’t have the benefit of direct sunlight. A white with an added touch
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of yellow or pink can warm up such a space. White can also look odd in period homes. Slightly muddier off-whites are often a better choice for an old cottage, Georgian terrace or a barn conversion. The lesson is to use pure white with care. Beyond white, neutrals vary in hue from cream to sand, through beige to stone. How do you choose? The best advice is to eliminate neutrals that you don’t like and those that won’t suit the architecture of your house or colours of your furniture. Next, paint at least two coats on a large piece of white card, or better still, on several pieces of card, and stick them on every wall around the room. Observe the colours at different times of day and with your lights both on and off. Having chosen your favourite colour, avoid using it everywhere. Even the nicest neutral can be boring if used indiscriminately. Be careful, however, when combining neutrals: another big mistake is to use different hues that are all of the same tone
(slightly different colours but the same degree of lightness or darkness). The solution to both these problems is to take a colour chart and go up or down (dark to light) within the same colour family, rather than working across from colour to colour. Use darker tones for woodwork, with lighter ones for walls or, if you have features such as cornices and dadoes, you may wish to vary the wall tones with lighter ones above and darker ones below the divisions. You can also use different neutrals to provide a gentle visual link from room to room. Finally, bear in mind that the plainer the colours, the more important texture becomes, so choose your finishes with as much care as you do your colours. The shinier the finish, the paler the colour will appear, so you may need to compensate by choosing a slightly darker shade. The results should be stylish and easy to live with, as well as adding value to your property. Now who said neutrals were boring?
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See P.30 for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres Priest's House Museum & Garden, 10am - 4.30pm Mon Sally’s Summer Sun Activities - Self directed craft 23-27 High Street, Wimborne Minster, 1 - 31 Aug - Sat activities. BH21 1HR. 01202 882533 Nuts about Nature: family event. Become a nature Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr 1, 6, 15, 20 10am - 12.30pm & detective and join in the fun as we go in search of 1pm - 3pm our minibeast friends. £2.00 per child, adults free Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET. Aug all ages, children must be accompanied 01425 470721 Going Full Circle' The power of the circle is explored Walford Mill Crafts, Stone Lane, Wim1 Aug - 9 10am - 5.30pm through different mediums in unexpected borne 01202 841400. Sep techniques. www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne Horticultural Society. A talk on ’Primula The Road, Wimborne Minster, Mon 12 Aug 7.30pm and Auricula’ History & cultivation by Mrs J Harmer. Hanham Dorset, BH21 1AS Alan Pickering's Spirit of New Orleans at the Bourne- Bluebirds Social Club in Longham, mouth Traditional Jazz Club- large dance floor, BH22 9DP (opposite Haskins garden plenty of free car parking and affordable drinks centre) Moors Valley Country Park and For10.30am - 12.30pm Nuts about Nature: Family event. £2.00 per child, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr & 1pm - 3pm adults free. All ages, children must be accompanied est, Ringwood, BH24 2ET. 01425 470721
Mon 12 Aug 8pm 15, 20 Aug 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 Aug
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Edmondsham Forest School, Edmondsham, BH21 5RE (between Verwood and Cranborne). Kirsteen McCormick 01725 517807 To book please contact Michelle on Family Pond Dip. Family fun discovering the wonder- 01425 472760 or Blashfordful wildlife lurking in the weedy depths of the Blash- Lakes@hwt.org.uk. Meet at the ford pond.Suggested donation £3 per person. Book- Blashford Lakes Education Centre, ing Essential. Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ Adventure in the Woods. Whole days spent in the woods, campfire cooking, walks and picnics, nature crafts etc. For ages 3-8. £25 per day (inc. food) and £20 for siblings.
The Beatles and Bournemouth Exhibition
Beacon Hotel, Bournemouth
Verwood Trad Jazz Club presents -Dave Moorwood's Rascals of Rhythm. Tickets £8 on door at 7pm Tickets £10 In Advance Only. Numbers Limited. Meals available in the restaurant or Jazz room. The (not so secret) Garden Event-charity day. Plant garden wildlife experts, willow weaving, cream teas and tours. EXTREME SPORTS. Stunts over cars, and mountain bikes, BMX and skate board tricks as performed recently in London
The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road, Verwood BH31 7PD. Geoff 07798721405 or Derek 01202 820096. Knoll Gardens, Hampreston, nr Wimborne BH21 7ND 01202 873931 Taking place mainly on the Square in Wimborne, Dorset
To book please contact Michelle on 01425 472760 or BlashfordLakes@hwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ Ancient Technology Centre, DamerSTORYTELLING: The Flickering Tongue with Daniel ham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 Morden - £10 adults / £5 children (10+ years) 5RP BOOKING: EDHT 01202 888992 Juiced Festival. A wealth of creative and adventur- Leeson House, near Swanage, Dorous activities to try. Sister-outdoor education centre set. www.dorsetforyou.com/juiced to the Ancient Technology Centre. Summer Holiday Club at the Ancient Technology Ancient Technology Centre, DamerCentre £25 per child per day (7-14 years) Weekly/ ham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 sibling rates. Breakfast / Teatime clubs available be- 5RP tel. 01725 517618 fore and after for £2.50 per child. Sting In The Tale Storytelling Event. Valise Noire The Hub, Verwood* Workshop & Storytelling Theatre presents ‘The Girl and the Show £5, Workshop £2, Show only Shoes’ Ages 6 years +. £3.50. (parents must remain on the premises) FIELD OF STORIES: Stories and Crafts, Celebrating Ancient Technology Centre, Damer10 Years of the Sting in the Tale Festival - New For- ham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5RP BOOKING: EDHT 01202 888992 est Storytellers £5 adults / £2 child (under 4's free) Spider Walk. Family event. A family walk in search of Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr some of our eight legged friends. £4.50 per child, adults free. All ages, children must be accompanied Ringwood, BH24 2ET. 01425 470721 CHILDREN’S WEEKEND. Enjoy the FREE fun-filled Wimborne Square & Willow Walk, Wimborne Dorset children’s activities and workshops in Wimborne Craft & Garden fair in the park. Separate charges to Kingston Lacy House, Wimborne, BH21 4EA 01202 883402 (line 8) Fair and to Kingston Lacy house and grounds. Duck Race - Annual duck race on the River Allen in River Allen, Mill Lane, Wimborne 01202 888703 aid of Wimborne in Bloom William Shakespeare's 'Comedy of Errors' Rain or Walford Mill Crafts, Stone Lane, WimShine Theatre return to perform their take on this borne 01202 841400. classic Shakespeare play. Adults £13.50, Conc www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk £11.50, Child £8 Ancient Technology Centre, DamerSTORYTELLING: with Michael O'Leary and Nadia Calipa: a firebird, a wolf and a deep, dark wood - £10 ham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5RP BOOKING: EDHT 01202 888992 adults / £5 children (8+ years) Wild in the Woods! Great outdoor family fun learning basic bushcraft skills - build a shelter, light a fire, bake some bread and take away a souvenir! Suggested donation £6 per person. Booking Essential.
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Portrait of a Dorset Artist Artist Brian Freelander first visited Poole when he was a baby and in 2005 he relocated back to the borough.
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orn in Southend, he spent the first two years of his life living with his grandparents in Parkstone Avenue, Poole. “But my nan had a bad heart and she could not continue to look after me,” recalls Brian, who now lives in Winifred Road, Poole. “My uncle adopted me and I moved to Bethnal Green, London.” In 1987 Brian’s career as a designer in the architectural and graphics professions saw him achieve acceptance as a fellow of the Society of Architectural Illustrators. He lived in Hackney and then Romford but all the while there was a longing to return to Poole. “I always used to spend the Easter and summer holidays with my grandparents and loved the freedom down here; I used to swim in the sea. It was a complete contrast to the drag of London. Poole always felt like home to me.” “My wife and I had kept saying we would make the move but one thing or another prevented us from doing so. Our youngest, a keen footballer, was in Charlton Athletic Youth Academy from the age of nine but when he was released there was nothing holding us back. We’re glad we did it. I love the area; it’s the draw of the harbour, which inspires much of my work.” Brian produces between 15 or 20 paintings a year although this has increased over the last three months because of forthcoming exhibitions. From August, for three months, his work is being exhibited in Barclays House, Poole and then later in the year he is participating in the Creative Coverage group exhibition at Moors Valley Country Park. He is influenced by Edward Seago, Rowland Hilder, JMW Turner and Russell Flint, and Leonardo da Vinci. www.freelanderart.com
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See P.30 for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres Potterne Park, Verwood - organised Verwood Rotary. Vern Harris Verwood Rotary Club's - Rustic Fayre. Relate's Rus- by 01202 824005; John Wadge 01202 tic Bake Off, Classic cars, steam display, stalls, 822874. Entry for bake off on http:// arena, car boot sale etc. www.rotary-ribi.org/clubs/page.php? PgID=298711&ClubID=1659 Verwood Organ & Keyboard Society presents MiThe Hub, Verwood*. Tickets -Janette chael McAnneny. Visitors £5, Members £3. 01202 822936 or Peter 01202 814976 Great Dorset Steam Fair. Steam engine exhibits, vin- Tarrant Hinton, Blandford Forum, tage vehicles, heavy shire horses & rural crafts. Dorset, DT11 8HX. 01258 860361. Working rural displays incl. old time steam funfair. www.gdsf.co.uk Bournemouth seafront Dorset BH1 Bournemouth Air Festival. 2BU . www.bournemouthair.co.uk Farmers' Market - free entry to park and gardens Kingston Lacy House, Wimborne, until 1.30pm. BH21 4EA 01202 883402 (line 8) Romans in Residence - The Ermine Street Guard Priest's House Museum & Garden, 23Re-enactment Society will be paying a visit to the 27 High Street, Wimborne Minster, museum. BH21 1HR. 01202 882533 Samantha Sings The Shows" come along and be en- The Barrington Centre*, Ferndown. tertained by Samantha Stevens who will be singing £8 (concessions £7). show-tunes from classic stage and screen musicals Horton & Chalbury Village Hall, Horton Road, Horton BH21 7JA Kingston Lacy House, Wimborne, BH21 4EA 01202 883402 (line 8) Bluebirds Social Club in Longham, BH22 9DP (opposite Haskins garden centre) Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne Horticultural Society. A talk on ’Wildlife of The Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, a Working Forest’ - the New Forest by Mike Read. Dorset, BH21 1AS East Dorset NT Association - Talk by Rob Rhodes 'A The Barrington Centre*, Ferndown. Postcard from West Dorset' - 01202 855001 Boveridge Park Gardens, Cranborne, "Hors Piste" - French Acrobatic troupe Dorset. Sue Shewell 01725 517883 Forest School Club - Mornings spent in the woods Edmondsham Forest School, Edfor children from 5-9 years of age. Nature crafts, mondsham, BH21 5RE (between Verwalks, den building, campfire cooking etc. wood and Cranborne). Kirsteen £60 for 6 weeks McCormick 01725 517807 The Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne Horticultural Society Autumn Show Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS Memorial Hall, Ringwood Verwood and District Horticultural Society "Autumn Verwood Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA. Chairman Flower Show" Coffee Morning and Plant Sale. 01202 814376 Tours of the Stores - Free opening of the house, mu- Priest's House Museum & Garden, 23seum and garden. Talk and tour of the new museum 27 High Street, Wimborne Minster, stores (booking essential). BH21 1HR. 01202 882533 Part of Dorset Architectural Heritage Week. Dorset Street Feast' in collaboration with Tandem Mill Crafts, Stone Lane, WimMarketing. The courtyard at the Mill will come alive Walford 01202 841400. with stalls selling a selection of 'Street Food'. Cook- borne www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk ery demonstrations and entertainment. Free entry. Verwood Concert Brass B Band Cream Tea Concert. Tickets £6 inc Cream Tea. 01202 813723 Verwood Trad Jazz Club presents -New Orleans Heat. Tickets £8 on door at 7pm Tickets £10 In Advance Only. Numbers Limited. Meals available in the restaurant or Jazz room.
Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA.
The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road, Verwood BH31 7PD. Geoff 07798721405 or Derek 01202 820096.
Kingston Lacy House, Wimborne, BH21 4EA 01202 883402 (line 8) Ringwood Carnival. Festival of fun for all the family Ringwood town centre & The Bickerwith Afternoon & Torchlight Procession, Fair, Live ley. www.ringwoodcarnival.org. Free Bands, Trade Stands, charity/community stalls Firework Display Ancient Technology Centre, DamerRoman Open Weekend £5 for adults / £2.50 for chil- ham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 dren (4-16 years, with under 4's free) Pay on door 5RP tel. 01725 517618 East Dorset NT Association - Talk by Carol Kitching West Moors Memorial Hall, Station Rd - 01202 855001 'Influence of the Court on Wilton House Horton & Chalbury Village Hall, HorCream Tea ton Road, Horton BH21 7JA Ancient Technology Centre, DamerAncient Harvest & Apple Day £4 for adults / £2 for ham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 children (4-16 years, with under 4's free) Pay on 5RP tel. 01725 517618 door Wimborne Horticultural Society. A talk on ’Botanical The Allendale Community Centre, Autumn Fireworks’ by Mr P Chivers. Harvest meeting Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS so please bring food for a shared supper. Car boot sale.
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Seeing Double Seeing Double In August we celebrate twinning. I’m not talking Swanage with Rudesheim…more Arnie and Danny De Vito. It’s Twins Festival Day on the fourth and we’ve managed to find some fantastic books that feature not one, but two great protagonists. The Girls
Lori Lansens
Rose and Ruby Darlen are conjoined twins who narrate their own story of what it’s like to quite literally grow up, together. Joined at their heads, Rose carries her smaller sister Ruby around on her hip. Set in a small town in Ontario, Canada, the Darlen twins give us a rare glimpse into their lives. Learning about how the two young women cope with the ordinary, while being very much an extraordinary pair makes for an amazing read.
I know This Much is True Wally Lamb
In an act of protest over war in the Middle East, paranoid schizophrenic Thomas Birdsey cuts off his hand in a public library. As Thomas decides not to reattach his hand, his twin brother, Dominick decides to help him escape the confines of his mental institution. The novel draws emotional parallels between the lives of the two twins and the internal struggles of the one ‘normal’ twin who certainly has more than his fair share of demons to contend with.
Twelfth Night
William Shakespeare
It all begins with a shipwreck and Viola, having been washed up on the coastline
of Illyria, believes that her twin brother Sebastian is lost to the tempestuous sea. Viola is rescued by a sea captain, disguises herself as a young man (as you do) and starts working for the Duke, Orsino who thinks he’s in love with Olivia. Viola acts as a gobetween to convey the Duke’s love for Olivia, who herself promptly falls in love with the disguised Viola. Meanwhile, Viola falls in love with Orsino. Confused? You should be. It has everything we’ve come to know and love about the Bard: mistaken identity, unrequited love, buffoons and a girl pretending she’s a boy.
Her Fearful Symmetry Audrey Niffenegger
Identical twins Julie and Valentina live in America but have just inherited a flat near Highgate Cemetery from their mum’s estranged twin sister, Elspeth. In fact, that’s the one stipulation of the will: that their mother is never allowed to cross the threshold of the apartment. The rift has never been explained and the girls are keen to find out why. It’s a strange and intriguing tale centring round not one but two sets of slightly ethereal twins.
Identical Elen Hopkins
Standing out when you’re an
identical twin is never going to be easy. 16 year olds Kaeleigh and Raeanne are both desperate for their parents’ attention but their father is a District Court Judge and mother’s running for Congress. So they both play their separate roles: one’s a goody two-shoes and the other’s a real rebel, hell-bent on self-destruction. Daddy’s little girls are growing up a little twisted and these two very different halves are both trying to work out how to be whole again….but not in a saccharine Atomic Kitten-type way.
The Memory Keeper’s Daughter Kim Edwards
It’s the mid-sixties and, during a freak Kentucky snowstorm, Norah Henry goes into labour. Her doctor husband delivers the healthy baby boy with the aid of a nurse, Caroline Gill. But there’s another little life following quickly behind him, a girl with Down’s syndrome. Dr David Henry tells his wife that she was stillborn and then instructs Caroline to take the baby to a mental institution. Instead, Caroline escapes with the baby and raises her as her own. The two twins grow up, not knowing of the other’s existence, until one night in a blizzard, numerous lives are turned upside down.
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Beauty Eat Yourself Beautiful
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ou might think that the secret to beautiful skin lies inside an expensive pot of ‘miracle cream’, but you’d be wrong. That’s because the key to achieving a young, glowing, healthy complexion is far simpler and much cheaper and it works just as well for your hair and nails too. It’s all about eating the correct food, getting the right vitamins and nutrients and stocking up on the super foods that are guaranteed to boost your beauty the natural way. So, instead of heading to the nearest beauty counter, take a trip to the supermarket instead and start eating your way to flawless skin, shiny hair and long nails. Foods that are rich in vitamin C help the production of collagen which strengthens the capillaries that feed your skin. So, start munching your way through plenty of delicious blueberries, strawberries, oranges, kiwi fruits and blackberries. Omega-3 benefits the skin by boosting hydration, regulating oil production and delaying ageing of the skin. Find it in oily fish, like mackerel, herring, salmon, anchovies, and tuna. Vitamin E-rich foods are essential for healthy skin. Try snacking on hazel nuts, brazil nuts, walnuts and seeds to get your quota. Avocados are renowned for their beauty benefits; thanks to their high nutritional value, they’re also a good source of vitamin E. Eating eggs, leafy green vegetables, carrots and liver
by Helen Taylor
as well as drinking milk are good ways to increase levels of vitamin A, which helps the skin to rebuild tissue. It’s a key vitamin in the fight against ageing as it can aid in keeping lines, wrinkles and dull skin at bay. Pumpkin seeds, sardines and oysters keep skin supple and soft because they are rich in zinc, so make sure you include them in your diet too. Sulphur can be found in garlic and onions and helps the skin stay smooth. Iron is useful for improving skin tone, so try to nibble on sesame seeds and dried apricots throughout the day. Keep skin completely clear by staying thoroughly hydrated. Most of us foolishly think that cups of tea and coffee count they don’t. It’s really important to drink eight glasses of water to make a difference to your complexion. In fact, you should limit your tea and coffee intake, and remember that some fizzy drinks are loaded with caffeine too. Remove all processed and junk foods which are high in fat, salt, sugars and calories from your diet as much as you can. Apart from being no good for your overall health, poor foods make your complexion appear dull and lifeless. They contain little in the way of protein, vitamins or minerals,
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USEFUL LOCAL INFORMATION
Doctors’ Numbers The Verwood Surgery, 15 Station Road
01202 825353
The Cranborne Practice 01202 822825 (Verwood) Lake Road/Newtown Road
Fire Stations
EMERGENCIES ONLY: Dial 999 Cranborne Fire Station 01725 517200: Non emergencies
The Cranborne Practice (Cranborne)
01725 517272
Verwood Fire Station 01202 823082: Non emergencies
Three Legged Cross Surgery 67/71 Church Road, Three Legged Cross
0844 5769435
Wimborne Fire Station 01202 882633: Non emergencies
Dorset Emergency Care
08456001013
Police Stations
EMERGENCIES - 999 and ask for ‘police’
The Old Dispensary Medical Practice 01202 880786 32 East Borough, Wimborne BH21 1PL
Verwood Police Station Non emergencies - 01202 222222 verwood@dorset.pnn.police.uk
The Quarter Jack Surgery 01202 843626 Rodways Corner, Wimborne BH21 1AP
Wimborne Police Station Non emergencies - 01202 882345 or 101
Walford Mill Medical Practice 01202 886999 Knobcrook Road, Wimborne BH21 1NL
Dentists’ Numbers Forest Lodge Dentist Surgery Vicarage Road, Verwood
01202 827272
Thomasson Dental Surgery 35 Ringwood Road, Verwood
01202 824177
Lakes Dental Practice 131 Newtown Road, Verwood
01202 823345
Fordingbridge Dental Highfield House, Bartons Rd,
01425 652331
Dorset Dental Helpline
01202 854443
Emergency care (after hrs)
0845 7010401
Wimborne Dental Health Practice 01202 887700 30 East Street, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1DU Mouth Peace Dental Practice 01202 888000 1 Corn Market, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1JL Dr N D Greenway 01202 888303 Knobcrook Road Wimborne Dorset BH21 1NL ADP Dental Practice 01202 881338 Jessop House, 28 Mill Lane, Town Centre, Wimborne Minster BH21 1JQ
Samaritans
1 Durrant Road, Bournemouth, 01202 551999 / 0845 790 9090
Verwood Age Concern
Verwood Concert Brass Band Hall, Moorlands Rd Mike Daymond 01202 822549 mike_daymond@talktalk.net Monday: 10am - 3.30pm Wednesday: 10am - 3.30pm EDV-07/13
Recycling
VERWOOD RECYCLING 01202 828083 www.newforest.gov.uk Somerley, Verwood Road, Ringwood 1 April - 30 Sept: 8am - 7pm 1 Oct - 28 Feb: 8am - 4pm 1 March - 31 March: 8am - 5pm WIMBORNE RECYCLING 01202 881316 http://www.dorsetforyou.com/recycling Brook Road, Wimborne, BH21 2BH 1 Apr-31 Oct 9am-6pm. 1 Nov-31 Mar 9am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day
School Terms & Holidays
Please Note: School term and holiday dates are usually set over 14 months in advance of the academic year. They are based on a school year of 195 days although individual schools can use 5 of these days for staff training. Parents should contact the individual school to find out when their training days will be. All dates taken from www.dorsetcc.gov.uk and www.hants.gov.uk for Dorset and Hampshire dates that are in white are where days differ for Hampshire. Term/holiday Summer Holidays: 25(24) July - 30 Aug 13 (2 Sept 13) Autumn Term: 2 (3) Sept - 20 Dec 13 Half Term: 28 Oct - 1 Nov 13 Christmas Holidays: 23 Dec 13 - 3 Jan 14 Spring Term: 6 Jan - 4 April 14 Half Term: 17 Feb - 21 Feb 14 Easter Holidays: 7 - 21 April 14 Summer Term: 22 April - 22 (23) July 14 Half Term: 26 May - 30 May 14 UK holidays Summer Bank Holiday: 26 Aug 13 Christmas: 25 & 26 Dec 13 New Year: 1 Jan 14 Easter: 18 - 21 April 14 May Day: 5 May 14 Spring Bank Holiday: 26 May 14 More useful information overleaf
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Verwood Police Station Wimborne Police Station Crimestoppers Verwood & 3 Legged Cross Neighbourhood Watch
Utilities / Emergencies
01202 222 222 01202 882 345 0800 55 51 11 01202 82 14 14
Local Councils & Agencies
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Helplines 90 90 82 82 11 77 77 77 40 00 18 49 0888 22 85
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VERWOOD 01202 829712 11 Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS. Mon,Tues, Thurs & Fri 9 - 5.30, Wed: 9 -1, Sat 9 - 12.30 WIMBORNE 0845 722 3344 7 High St, Wimborne Dorset, BH21 1HR Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 12.30pm COLEHILL 01202 889727 1, Smugglers Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 2RX Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 12.30pm CRANBORNE 01725 517221 3 Wimborne Street, Cranborne, Dorset, BH21 5PP Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9am – 5.30pm Wed, Sat 9am – 12.30pm. Lunch 1pm – 2pm FURZEHILL 01202 883022 1 Smugglers Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4HB Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 12.30pm THREE LEGGED CROSS 01202 822002 Verwood Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6RJ Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 12.30pm WIMBORNE ST GILES 01202 517228 Wimborne St Giles, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5LX Mon – Fri 9am – 1pm HAYES 01202 880944 11 Wimborne Rd, West Wimborne, BH21 2DG Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 1pm
Verwood Library
VERWOOD 01202 822972 1, Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS Opening times: Mon, Tues, Thurs 10 - 1, 2 - 5. Wednesday CLOSED. Fri 10 - 1, 2 - 7. Sat 9 - 1.
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Lloyds Pharmacy, VERWOOD 01202 822364 23 Station Road, Verwood. Mon - Fri: 9-6:30, Sat: 9-1, Sun: Closed Boots, CASTLEPOINT 01202 549971/548139 Castlepoint,Bournemouth. Mon - Fri: 9-8, Sat: 9-7, Sun: 10:30-4:30 Boots, FERNDOWN 01202 871841 Tricketts Cross, Ferndown Mon - Fri: 9-7, Sat: 8:30-1, 2-5:30, Sun 10-4 Boots, WIMBORNE 01202 848226 Rodways Corner, Wimborne, BH21 1AP Mon – Fri 8am – 7pm, Sat 8am – 5.30pm Bretts Pharmacy, ASHLEY HEATH 01425 470982 High Street, Ashley Heath. Mon - Fri: 9-5:30, Sat: 9-1 Morrisons (in Store),VERWOOD 01202 826555 Chiltern Drive, Verwood Mon - Fri: 9-1, 2-8, Sat: 9-1, 2-6, Sun: 10-1 Verwood Pharmacy, VERWOOD 01202 828499 Lake Road Surgery, Lake Road, Verwood, BH31 6EH
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Local Business Directory Your quick guide to everyone and everything local in your Magazine …
Activities Jo Jingles 2 Advertising Roundabout Mags 27,31,32 Aerials & Telecoms Cranborne Aerials 1 Bathrooms/Bedrooms/ Kitchens Brian's Kitchens 2 Dunkley Tiles 5 Beauty, Health & Fitness Josie Young-Massage 29 Local Dorset Hospitals 11 Building Services / Home Improvements Dunning A Jiffy 1 Graham Histed 19 In House South 17 Central Heating & Plumbing RJC Domestic Plumbing 1
Children's Education & Care (inc. Schools & Nurseries) Edmondsham Forest School 29 Forest Pre-School 29 Moyles Court 5 Verwood Day Nursery 2 Chimney Sweep Oliver Chimney Sweep 32 Chiropody Teresa Dimond Chiropodist 29 Driving School 1nfluence Driving School 19 Garden Centres Wolvercroft World of Plants 7 Garden Services & Supplies Herb'll Fix It 7 Health & Fitness see Beauty, Health & Fitness Painting & Decorating Adrian White Painting & Decorating 29
Plumbing see Central Heating & Plumbing
Restaurants/Takeaways/Pubs The Drovers Inn 25 Soft Furnishings Blindwise 19 Supermarket Waitrose - Wimborne Branch 9 Surveyors Philip Moses Chartered Surveyors 16 Taxis Turnaround Private Hire 29 Tuition Dorset Guitar Lessons 29 Windows, Conservatories & Repairs AM PM Glazing 7 Dorset Windows 32 Greenspace UK 19 New Forest Conservatories 13
LOCAL CENTRES for THEATRE, CINEMA, CONCERTS and the ARTS THE HUB BARRINGTON THEATRE TIVOLI THEATRE LAYARD THEATRE LIGHTHOUSE REGENT CENTRE ODEON UCI THE MAYFLOWER BIC PAVILION SALISBURY PLAYHOUSE VERWOOD HEATHLAND HERITAGE CENTRE WALFORD MILL CRAFT CENTRE
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Helpful hints for Hedgehogs
D
uring the months of but every time Harriet went August and Septemnear her mum she got pushed ber our wild hedgeaway. So I took Harriet on, she hogs are busy looking was no larger than my thumb. after their young hoglets and Harriet required a lot of trying to eat extra food to start care to get her safely through putting on reserves for winter. Harriet doing her best to survive Many hedgehogs at this time have a second litter of hoglets and it is often these that become the winter ‘ rescues’. Hedgehogs have two litters a year, perhaps due to low survival rates. Having looked after baby hedgehogs myself I often wonder how any of them make it to adult hood at all with all the hazards around. When born the early days, she was they are around the size of a syringe fed and also drank golf ball, spines in place which from a bottle lid, she was kept emerge two hours after birth, warm with heat pads and but eyes remain closed for the several blankets. first eight- nine days. She initially did well gaining ‘Harriet’ was born in my weight, but then one morning shed, her mum was rescued she didn’t wake. Nature took from a busy road during broad over at that point and looking day light and then gave birth a back its possible that her mum few days later. Harriet was one knew something was wrong of three and sadly she was which was why she was rerejected by her mum. This was jected and then concentrated evident to see as the other on the two ‘healthier’ babies. two babies were constantly Survival of the fittest ?... I will feeding, getting quite large, never know.
As a hedgehog rehabilitator these situations are emotionally hard but sometimes nature does take over despite all the effort and work I put in. To continue to help our wild hedgehogs, keep an area of your garden ‘wild’, and an opening in your fence so hedgehogs can roam through gardens. Place some dry cat food in a cat free area such as an upturned washing up bowl with 5x5inch entrance hole for the hedgehogs to gain access. This way they stand a much better chance of finding more food to help their babies and preparing for winter. If you come across a hedgehog during the day, pick it up and keep it warm with blankets, before getting help. Hedgehog numbers are still declining, please let’s all work together to save these beautiful creatures. www.britishhedgehogs.org.uk for more information or contact Rachel Begley 07810 004 371 if you find a poorly hedgehog.
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