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ground-clearance provides the tools to scramble out of many a slippery situation. A 5-position dial enables it to be fine-tuned to the surface being driven, yet I left it to it’s own devices and it just got on with competently outsmarting my attempts to ‘ground’ it. At the heart of this skill is a subtle blend of a very old trick (balancing braking while under power to tame spinning wheels) and the very latest electronic technology. This very accurately measures the situation at all four corners and implements a combination of individual wheel braking and optimised power to the wheels with grip to ease the car out of trouble. I could bore you with my test on a frozen cobbled 1-in-4 hill in Monschau, but I suggest you merely look at http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=jTVPxHX1jZo&feature=youtu= be to see the capabilities. In summary, a great pleasure to drive, superbly comfortable economical and manoeuvrable, also very well specified all round. Minuses? They could have spent a bit more time in the styling studio, and specifying a silly electric handbrake on a vehicle of this capability is ludicrous. Finally as Jeremy Clarkson wouldn’t be seen dead in any Peugeot, this provides the most powerful incentive to get out this very minute and buy one!

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pecifying what you need from your next car isn’t easy. Is 4 wheel drive necessary, what about ground clearance, people and luggage capacity, is longdistance capacity or in-town manoeuvrability the priority? Is a powerful or frugal car more important, and is an entertaining drive desireable? Should hybrid or even pure electric power be chosen, rather than a conventionally fuelled car? Is in-car entertainment and plugability of the inevitable i-devices essential? These are typical questions continually mulled over as the change point approaches. Example; a friend would carry a 2-metre length of 2x1 around with him to dealers, instantly rejecting every vehicle into which it wouldn’t comfortably fit – an extreme case of wood for trees. He had considered neither the real-life frequency of such a need, nor the merits of compliant friends or even van hire. So how to find a car that ticks all the boxes? Virtually impossible, but to tick many more boxes than average? Enter the Peugeot 2008 crossover. In up-market specifications this meets most user needs very well. What it isn’t, is a blingbedazzled expensive brand with stand-out good looks, but then priced at almost half that of similarly specified ‘prestige’

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Welcome I Dear Readers, f you read my welcome page in the last issue you will have read about Mr and Mrs Nuthatch taking up residence in our bird box very near my office window. This required a constant application of mud to the hole to prevent interlopers which resulted in a rather too regular tap, tap, tapping prior to egg-laying! I am now happy to say that this did eventually stop which was followed by a period of quiet and then frantic to-ing and fro-ing feeding the youngsters who finally fledged all at once a couple of days ago. We missed this big event unfortunately, but there was a lot of twittering in an old apple tree close by for a couple of days until they found their feet, so a successful outcome! I wonder who we can expect next year! There’s lots of similar activity to be seen at Blashford Lakes (page 26) with a photo of a very fluffy and very sweet lapwing chick!

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Contents Our resident motoring writer has been muttering again - about spare tyres and punctures this time! (page 8) Something we all hope not to need since it is far from straightforward these days. Even some so called ‘space savers’ take up half the boot! There are loads of summer fayres, fetes and festivals at this time of year so see our What’s On - pages 22 & 24 and website for many local events from June to August. When you need a job done AND to help local businesses, look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ on page 38 to save yourself time, fuel and most importantly - money! Don’t forget 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.

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Local events and features Community News 12,15,23,25,37 Portrait of a Local Artist: Alix Baker 12 Clubs & Societies 14,15 Viewed From My Window : Rescued cat stories by Local Author, Patricia Oliver 16 What’s On Locally 22,24 The Blashford Bulletin 26

Feature articles Mike’s Motors: Peugeot 2008 Crossover Health: Put A Spring In Your Step Mike’s Motors: Motoring Mutterings Interiors: Charming Country Style Travel: Budapest History: What Happened 50 Years Ago? Hobbies: A Hobby that’s worth Droning on about!

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Information Advertising 30,38 Local Theatres, Concerts & the Arts 18 Useful Local Information 34 Useful Telephone Numbers 36 Local Business Directory 38

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Put A Spring In Your Step By Alison Runham

any of us spend a lot of time on our feet (and if we don’t, we probably should). But often they’re mistreated or neglected, potentially causing problems not just with our feet but our ankles, knees, hips and back too. So with the weather improving and country walks beckoning, how can you keep the spring in your step? Practise Good Foot Hygiene Wash and dry your feet thoroughly every day, taking particular care to dry between the toes. Feet can quickly become irritated and sore when they’re sweaty or dirty, and fungal infections such as Athlete’s Foot thrive in the warm, moist areas between the toes. Beware Foot Bugs Athlete’s Foot and Verrucas (or more properly, Verrucae) can be contracted from public areas where people go barefoot, such as swimming pools, although many provide pool shoes or antiseptic foot baths. Treat these

www.alison.runham.co.uk conditions swiftly before they spread, either by using over-the counter treatments or by seeking advice from your doctor, podiatrist or chiropodist. Find The Right Footwear Friction from Ill-fitting shoes can cause calluses (hard patches of skin) or blisters, while constant pressure on a certain area can cause corns – protruding, often painful areas of hard skin with a rigid core. Blister plasters and corn treatments are available over the counter, but you may need chiropody treatment to eradicate corns for good. Ill-fitting, pointed or high-heeled shoes can also cause a bunion – a protruding big toe joint on the side of the foot caused when the first metatarsal bone and toe bone become displaced. We all know high heels are bad for our feet (and our knees, hips and back). If you really can’t resist: • Avoid wearing them all the time (could you wear something lower while you’re travelling to your meeting or party?) • Vary the height of the heels you wear • Buy the lowest heels you can live with. Completely flat shoes can be problematic too, sometimes causing Achilles tendonitis. Always ensure the back of your leg doesn’t feel strained when

buying flat shoes – the heel should always be higher than the pad. Flip-flops don’t provide proper support or protection and aren’t suitable for everyday wear, so ignore fashion and save them for the beach. Shopping for shoes Our feet usually swell a little throughout the day, so shoeshop in the afternoon to avoid buying shoes that are too tight – and don’t shoe-shop with sore feet. Consider the purpose of the shoes you’re buying, and what you’ll wear with them too. If you’re searching for walking boots, take thick socks along on your shopping trip, but if you’re buying heels that you’ll be wearing with tights, ensure that’s what you’re wearing when you try them on. Protect your feet when exercising. Wear trainers designed for exercise – don’t be tempted by cheap fashion trainers that don’t provide support or let your feet breathe, as these can cause pain in your back, hips, knees and ankles. Unsupportive footwear and jogging on hard surfaces can cause heel spurs (small bony overgrowth on the heel bone) and plantar fasciitis, inflammation of the band of tissue under the sole. A proper warm up before exercise will help prevent damage to your muscles, tendons and joints. Foot problems such as corns, bunions and plantar fasciitis can be the result of biomechanical or orthopaedic problems, so always consult a podiatrist or doctor if problems persist.

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Motoring mutterings Choosing replacement tyres

Chinese Cheepimuki tyres on a price basis, and find that tyre life is much greater due to the hard rubber and robust construction. Safety, ride quality, noise and road behaviour take a back seat. Demonstrably, New cars are supplied on tyres this is false economy both in monetary terms and ultimately which are specially made and fine-tuned to show off the car to in human cost. the best advantage in terms of quietness, grip and road-holding - especially the case with performance cars. If desiring to replace these original If you’ve had a ‘flat’ tyre in the equipment tyres with identical past few years, you will probreplacements, it is normally ably have been surprised by necessary to go to the franwhat you find stowed chised car dealer as very few tyre shops have any interest in away in your boot. – or access to – the exact tyre specified. Superficially the tyre bought from the tyre shop is an exact match in terms of name, size and general specification, but is compromised slightly to suit a wide range of vehicles. The driver is unlikely to spot any major difference in road behaviour.

About Spare Tyres

Having in the past tested competing makes of tyre in a variety of scientifically measured conditions, premium tyres generally perform well in all areas, but for instance some give better results in emergency braking, some are better in the wet, while others give the most comfortable, quiet ride. It is complicated by differences in performance within a single brand and model, when testing different tyre sizes. What is common, is that performance remains high – you tend to pay for what you get.

Vehicle manufacturers now offer so many different ‘systems’ it is difficult to know what to do without studying the handbook and using common-sense afterwards.

By Mike Wattam

day – tough if on a long journey at the weekend. The most prevalent ‘system’ now in use is a combination of releasing an aerosol ‘goo’ which should find and re-seal small leaks temporarily, and when combined with an electric tyre pump, should enable you to proceed with caution. One major down-side of this is the need to replace the tyre (and often the wheel if the ‘goo’ cannot be removed from it). A number of vehicles today specify identically worn tyres on the same axle

– meaning replacing a second tyre, arrgh!

Finally, run-flats and self-inflators need a variety of complex and expensive treatments and only the vehicle handbook can Probably the easiest ‘system’ is advise you on this. the physical spare wheel, but these are often left for years In summary, check your and when pressed into use may handbook against what is fitted well have lost so much air in on your car, so that should Sadly, many of us will fit a much that time, that they are virtually the worst happen you are preflat. Have you checked yours cheaper tyre as the car gets pared. Make sure your wheelrecently? Manufacturers have brace is capable of undoing older and financial circumtaken to fitting ‘get-you-home’ stances dictate, and then a the wheel nuts - if necessary a tyres which are physically deterioration in drive quality stronger simple wheel-brace is much smaller, speed-limited and primary safety – mainly a small but very prudent investemanating from reduced adhe- and likely to wear out within 50 ment. Check all your tyres miles or so. Effectively this ties weekly for pressure, tread wear sion - is implied. For instance you to a trip to the tyre shop to- and general condition. a fleet operator may choose

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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 Meet 3rd Wednesday of each month from September to June at 7.30pm in Wimborne Town hall for talks on mainly historical places, people or events in the Wimborne area. Contact: Mrs A Cross 01202 848922 Welcomes retired and semi retired people to take part in our groups and classes of social and educational interest. Contact: Brian Hawkins on 01202 829924 Meets in Memorial Hall, Colehill, every month to hear first-class speakers. Non-members welcome Contact Barbara 01202 882590 for dates and details. Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from October to March from 7.30 to 10pm Contact: Terry Bright 01202 822959

THE DORSET WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION

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

RINGWOOD COMMUNITY CHOIR, “SING FOR JOY”

Mixed choir, singing harmony songs from around the world-African, gospel, Taize, folk etc. No auditions, beginners as well as experienced singers age 10 upwards. Meet at Greyfriars Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:30. Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick 01725 517807.

Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (excluding August at Colehill Memorial Hall, Cannon Hill Road 7.30p.m. Contact the Secretary on 01202 883810 We meet last Wednesday of each month at Kings Head Hotel, Wimborne with lunch and speaker. Contact: Joy Sparshott, 01202 574056 or email jasetr@gmail.com Meet at the Village Hall. Mondays 8—10.30pm.. All levels, ages & sexes welcome. Contact Geoff Green 01202 825386

monthly lecture at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne, starting at 2.15pm. Visitors welcome. Contact: Christine Maguire 01202 697977

Monthly talks Sept to May at St. Catherine’s Church Hall,Wimborne plus walks & field archaeology opportunities during summer months. Contact Helen Brickell 01202 602753, www.dorset-archaeology.org.uk

THE LOYAL ACORN BRANCH OF ODDFELLOWS

.Oddfellows is one of the oldest and friendliest societies in the world. For further details contact Flo Munro 01202 820965, Loyal Acorn Lodge. The Oddfellows - making friends, helping people.

WESSEX SINGERS

This a choir of about 40 singers that meet regularly in St James' Church, Holt, and St Michael's and All Angels Church, Colehill. Contact the organiser via the Parish Clerk on 01202 887786

THREE LEGGED CROSS WHIST CLUB

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DORSET SOUTH AFRICAN CLUB

CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION

This club meets on Wednesday afternoons and play commences at 2.00pm. Contact – Diana Baker 01202 821459 Outdoor and indoor activities: braais, boat cruise, walks, barn dance, darts, South African dinners. Camaraderie! fun! Contact Phillipa 01202-740265

VERWOOD ORGAN & KEYBOARD SOCIETY

Monthly concert by top artistes usually last Wednesday 7.30pm at the Hub; non-members £7. Secretary: Janetta Lakin 01202 822936.

COLEHILL UNDER FIVES GROUP

It meets at the Colehill Memorial Hall on Wednesday mornings between 9.45 and 11.45 am (term time only). Contact Shelagh Fuller (Secretary) 01202 842919

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At the United Reformed Church, Verwood. 4th Monday of the Month at 10.30am excluding August. Singing meeting for people with memory problems. Aim is to give carer & cared for quality time together. FREE. For more information call Gwen Turner on 01202 827800 .

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Girls aged 4-18 years meet at Wimborne Baptist Church every Monday during term time, from 6:00pm. New members always welcome. http://wimborne.gb.net Contact: Jazz Adams on 07977246912

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 & Three Legged Cross Branch The Branch holds regular social functions. Contact Mrs Denise Pugh 01202 824549

ADVENTURE IN THE WOODS

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 01725 517807

WIMBORNE CAMERA CLUB

We meet on Monday evenings - 7.30-9.30 pm from September to April, at St Michael's Church Centre,Colehill. We also run workshops, competitions and illustrated talks. Contact Carol Wiles on 01202 510844

BROADSTONE COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND

A totally amateur band offering its members fun and challenges playing within a large wind band and raising money for local charities. Contact Damon Corio, Conductor, on 07759 837404, www.broadstone-community-concert-band.co.uk

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.

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THREE LEGGED CROSS SHORT MAT BOWLS

Meet at Three Legged Cross Village Hall Friday afternoons 2pm-5pm Friday evenings 7pm-9.30pm Contact: Peter Turnham 01202 823440

Based in the grounds of Cranborne Middle School in E Dorset. We shoot on Sunday mornings, Tuesday & Thursday evenings in the summer months also shoot indoors in the winter. For info. www.dorsetarchery.co.uk

EAST DORSET WRITING GROUP

ST MICHAEL'S CHURCH CHOIR

We meet at St Michael's Church, Colehill Lane, Colehill The sessions will take place on Fridays monthly from 1 – 4pm at St Michael’s Centre, Colehill, Wimborne. Free parking and disabled access. on Fridays at 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm. Contact Jenny Wright on 01425 473963. Contact Cilla Sparks on 07759 835728

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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

EAST DORSET BUDDHIST GROUP

VERWOOD TRAD JAZZ CLUB

CRANBORNE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY

WIMBORNE ART CLUB

WIMBORNE BOWLS CLUB

COLEHILL FLOWER ARRANGEMENT CLUB

DORSET STITCHERS

Meetings are held once a month on the first Thursday of each month at 2.30pm at Colehill Methodist Church, Lonnen Road, Colehill Contact the organiser via the Parish Clerk on 01202 887786

The Group meets for meditation & discussion at St Michael's Church Centre, Colehill on 2nd & 4th Thursdays each month 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Contact the organiser via the Parish Clerk on 01202 887786

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

Meets in Cranborne Village Hall on the 1st Tuesday of each month at Local artists who meet twice a month in St Catherine's Church Hall, 7.30pm. Visitors & new members welcome Contact Chris Bright 01725 Wimborne. Meetings start at 7.30pm prompt. Non-members welcome 517584 or e-mail clhs@mypostoffice.co.uk for £3 per meeting. Info: 01202 892064, www.wimborneartclub.org.uk All abilities accepted, coaching can be provided for the novice or to improve your game. We have good facilities & a great social calendar. Contact Bob Hillbourne 01202 887913 Meets every other Thursday at the Methodist Church Hall, Verwood. £2 per evening includes refreshments. Contact Marilyn Fisher 01202 814212.

This Club meets on the 3rd Monday of the Month at Colehill Memorial Hall, at 7.30 pm. Contact the Chair, Anne Clark, on 01202 575951

STAPEHILL OVER 60’S CLUB

Beauty & the Beast to be next Verwood Panto Production. HOT OFF THE PRESS.........Verwood Pantomime a Society have just announced their production for January 2016 will be Beauty and the Beast by Alan P Frayn. Shows will be 2pm and 6.30pm on 23rd January, 7.30pm on Wed 27th, Thurs 28th, Fri 29th and 2pm and 6.30pm on Saturday 30th. Tickets will be available from October 1st at the Verwood Hub box office 01202 828740 so make a note in your diaries to book early to avoid disappointment. Anyone interested in joining the Society for on stage or one of the many back stage roles should contact them via the website www.verwoodpantomimesociety. co.uk or call Sue 01202 825731. They are also on Facebook and Twitter.

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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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t never ceases to amaze me how wandering cats find their way to our door. Another new arrival started to come for food, we could only glimpse him at first and he ran away if he saw even a shadow of us looking at him, but after a few weeks he seemed to gain confidence and to know that we were not there to harm him, but indeed provided the food he so badly needed.

see who was visiting us at night and eating all the food, and sure enough he was one of those who visited during the night as well, so he obviously did not go far and enjoyed or perhaps depended on all the food that was available here. Sadly, one day we saw his poor body by the road and although we could not pick him up at that moment, we were determined we would if he was still there on our return an hour later, but someone had collected him. I hope it was his family who claimed him and at least they would know his fate.

I felt sure there must be a proud owner somewhere, he is a large cat, so not young, but so beautiful, someone must love him dearly. Surely he could not just be a stray, or an abandoned cat? His visits were What is it with every meal time, cats and the so an opportunist Boy George road? We are at heart, at least. surrounded by fields and fields of farmland With this in mind I searched the Cats’ Protecthey could use. There is no reason for cats to tion ‘lost and found’ website as it had proved useful when Pepper went missing, but found no go to the road. It is such a waste of life. We miss him terribly. listing for him. He is a beautiful colour, pale with subtle colour changes and a strikingly dark tail. We shall continue to feed him along with the multitude of others, leaving bowls of biscuits at all the feeding places, as well as placing four bowls of packet food alongside each dish of biscuits. No plate is left untouched these days, they are always as clean as a whistle. We had got used to his visits and we were getting to know him quite well so we decided to give him a name and we called him ‘Boy George’. Beautiful, isn’t he? We set up a ‘spy-cam’ in the barn in order to

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By Katherine Sorrell and a simple pelmet. As for upholstery, ensure it is well-stuffed and comfortable. Piping looks smart and traditional, but the occasional frilled edging can be delightful. Complete the effect with piles of throws, blankets and cushions of all shapes and sizes.

osy, comfortable and oh-so pretty, country style has eternal appeal. Think roses winding around the porch, crackling log fires, chickens in the yard and a Victoria sponge cooling on the range cooker. As interiors expert Katherine Sorrell says, who could resist? Moving to the country may be a fantasy for many of us, but even if you can’t actually make the move, you can evoke a charming country style in your home. The aim is to create a look that appears to have evolved naturally over time. Overall, choose either off-white or pastel walls, or perhaps a block-printed wallpaper, the latter featuring delicate, trailing florals or something more bold and blowsy. Tactile, natural floor coverings such as sisal, jute or coir have the right kind of honest and hard-working good looks, while rugs are warm and practical. With furniture, keep an eye on balance and proportion. You can put all kinds of styles together if you keep an eye on their size and scale. It might be a Georgian, Victorian

or early 20th century piece, antique, junk-shop, handme-down or home-made, but it should never look overtly modern and always be sturdy, simple and generously sized. Squashy sofas, big armchairs, plain wooden chairs, benches and stools, and the occasional wirework or Lloyd Loom piece are all key. Add dining chairs with ladder or spindle backs, plus a scrubbed-pine table, and complement them with a large, open dresser. Some distressed paintwork here and there enhances the overall effect. When choosing fabrics, an informal mix of gently worn patterns gives a lovely effect. Texture is as important as pattern, so opt for a combination that could include florals, tweed, ginghams, stripes, polka dots, paisley, tapestry, embroidery and textured plains such as linen, wool, velvet or mohair. For a hand-made, vintage feel, include some knitting or crochet, too. Window treatments should be understated – perhaps a Roman blind with a decorative trim, or a pair of full-length, gathered curtains

Lighting can make or break a room. Add table and floor lamps to brighten corners and illuminate work areas: wrought iron, brass, turnedwood, frilly-edged glass, plaster or ceramic bases, with understated fabric or card shades, are all great choices. A few candles dotted here and there and, of course, the appealing flicker of a real fire, will really enhance the atmosphere. As for accessories, any number of extra touches will transform your home into a special country retreat. For walls, it might be watercolour landscapes or botanical prints, needlepoint or crossstitch samplers or woodblock illustrations, Wicker baskets and wooden boxes make good-looking storage solutions, while it goes without saying that chintz, blue-andwhite or spongeware crockery is just the thing for displaying on the dresser. You could even make a display from cooking equipment such as jelly moulds or copper pans. To finish the whole look off, arrange masses of fresh flowers in informal containers – jam jars, mugs or enamel pitchers, perhaps – to give a fresh scent of the country, whatever your location. Main Image - Alderney Armchair in Design Lab Occipinti Wisteria White and Purple, £635, Sofa.com, 0845 400 2222.

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Local Entertainment Centres Priest's House Museum & Garden, 2327 High Street, Wimborne, BH21 1HR. 01202 882533. www.priest-house.co.uk

New Family Activity trail based on the popular children's Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, character Superworm. Perfect for young children this free Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr Ringsuper-sensory trail offers loads of excitement and a fun wood, Dorset, BH24 2ET. 01425 day out. Special acitivty packs and limited edition mini- 470721 book available in Visitor Centre. Allendale Community Centre, HanWimborne Horticultural Society: Alpined . A talk by Ray The ham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Broughton. Members £1 /Non-Members: Welcome £2. BH21 1AS. 01202 620582

Make Wildlife Welcome. In this special event Knoll’s owner Neil Lucas is joined by experts from The Great 10.30am - 12.30pm Heath team at Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) to explain some of the essential elements for successful wildlife gardening. Wimborne Minster Folk Festival, promising three days of 'folk, family and fun', with the much-loved mix of dance displays, family activities, workshops and stalls returning to the historic minster town's streets. Wimborne Model Town: Free entry during the WIMBORNE FOLK FESTIVAL with performers on site all weekend

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World War Stories: An exhibition commemorat10am - 4.30pm (Mon Second ing 70 years since the end of the second world war and - Sat) its effects on East Dorset. Normal admission charge.

Until 31 Oct All day

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Knoll Gardens, Hampreston near Wimborne BH21 7ND. Book online at www.knollgardens.co.uk or 01202 873931. Book online or at the nursery. £10.00. Booking essential. Wimborne town. www.wimbornefolk.co.uk

Wimborne Model Town 16 King Street Wimborne Dorset BH21 1DY. 01202 881924 info@wimborne-modeltown.com Methodist Church. Tickets on Music for a Summer's Evening', presented by The Fayre- Verwood 01202 826134/884248 or at the door. wood Singers (formerly The Jenny Porter Singers). Tickets £5 (Children £3) to include reCome and enjoy an evening of music and song! freshments. Garden Party in aid of Planets Cancer charity, SouthGod’s Blessing Green, Holt (near Stewampton Hospital.Strawberries & cream, Cake & Craft arts garden Centre). Contact Fay Clifstalls, Tombola & Raffle ford 01202 885685. £2 entry fee The Allendale Community Centre, HanBournemouth Organ Society presents Paul Carman. ham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Members Free Visitors £5. www.bournemouthBH21 1AS. 01202 887247. Harvey organsociety.org.uk Berry 01202 590383 Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present - MATT PALMERS' MILLENNIUM EAGLE JAZZBAND. A much sought The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road. after band from the East Midlands. Led by the youngest Verwood. Dorset. BH31 7PD. Janet Matt on clarinet & Saxes. This band has very experi01202 873725/ Geoff 07798 721405 enced musicians who deliver a vast range of tunes for our entertainment. Supporters £10, Visitors £11 Ellingham Water Ski & Wakeboard Club, Open Day at Ellingham Water Ski & Wakeboard Club. Drove, Nr Ringwood,BH24 Fancy a thrill! Come and try waterskiing, wakeboarding Ellingham (Brown tourist signs to Ellingham or wakesurfing. you will be instructed and supervised by 3PJ. Water Ski off A338) Just £10 a tow for National Qualified Coaches. Beautiful lakeside location, those who have never visited the Club just bring your swimmers and something for the BBQ. before. www.ellinghamwaterski.co.uk Merley House, Merley Lane, Quarterjack Quilters Exhibition of Patchwork & Quilting. Wimborne, BH21 3AA.House Contact Eileen Admission £3 (accompanied children free); Ample free Gilmour for further info (01202 884270 parking; Disabled access or eileengilmour@me.com) CHALKE VALLEY HISTORY FESTIVAL - We will be @ the Chalke Valley History Festiback at the CVHF 2015, so please come along and see ATC val, Chalk Pyt Farm,Ebbesbourne us in our Anglo Saxon area and join in some Saxon Wake, Salisbury SP5 5ET crafts. Tickets via www.cvhf.org.uk Hinton Martell Village Summer Fete. Stalls, Crafts, Clas- Hinton Martell Village, Wimborne, Dorsic Cars, Games, Beer Tent, Competitions, Lunches, set BH21. Bring all the family for a great Refreshments, Raffle, Dog Show. day out! Wild in the Woods! Great family day out learning basic To book please contact Jim or Tracy on bushcraft skills - build a shelter, light a fire, bake some 01425 472760 or Blashfordbread and take away a souvenir! Suggested donation £8 Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashper person. Children must be accompanied by adults. ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Sorry no dogs. Drove, BH24 3PJ. Picnic in the Park' concert by the Verwood Concert Brass Verwood Recreation Ground by the VerConcert Band. Just turn up with your picnic and deckMemorial Hall, Ringwood Road, chair / rug and sit back and enjoy the music. FREE event wood BH31 7AA. but subject to weather so please check our website on Verwood, www.verwoodconcertbrass.co.uk the day. (See contact details) Horton & Chalbury Fete. Adults £1 Children 50p. Lots of Horton Village BH21 7JA live entertainment this year for the whole family! Wimborne Horticultural Society: "The Search, Selection, The Allendale Community Centre, HanTrial & Introduction of new, rare & unusual plants"A talk ham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, by K Hobbs. Members £1 /Non-Members: Welcome £2. BH21 1AS. 01202 620582 25th Larmer Tree Festival 2015. Larmer Tree Gardens, Salisbury SP5 5PY. 01725 552300. www.larmertreefestival.co.uk Box Office: 023 8071 1820. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present The Legendary The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road. All Stars. This is not to be missed!! A special band of four Verwood. Dorset. BH31 7PD. Janet of the best musicians in the country. Enrico tomasso on 01202 873725/ Geoff 07798 721405 trumpet. Keith Nichols on Piano, Tom "Spats" Supporters £10, Visitors £11

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Lions plan big summer Family Cycle Event

imborne and Ferndown Lions Club are organising a big summer family cycle event (not a race).to take place on Sunday 28th June 2015. The route is a 15 mile circular trip round country lanes north of Wimborne and will be fully marshalled by Lions members. The ride is planned to start and finish at The Barley Mow pub at Colehill, Wimborne, starting time between 10.30 and 11.30. A feature of the day will be a prize draw made at the end of the event. The proceeds from the day will be shared between Lions chosen charities, in particular: Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Riding for the Disabled. John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation For entry forms and further information please visit: www.iley.20m.com/Cycle_Ride.html where you can also find details of other Lions activities.

Crocodile spotted at Moors Valley Country Park!

oung thrill seekers will love the new play structure at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, near Ringwood. Designed by award-winning landscape architects Davies White to encourage a wide range of active play it will also capture the imagination of children of all ages. Crocodile Crossing II is a timely addition to the Park’s play trail which now includes twelve unique sculptures and the UK’s first tree top trail. Alongside balance beams, stepping logs and an Indiana Jones style rickety bridge, it features a huge crocodile’s head with a canoe and paddle in its jaws! “Crocodile Crossing II brings a new dimension to the play trail,” said Andrew Norris, Recreation Manager, Dorset. “The original Crocodile Crossing was much loved and we wanted to capture its spirit – but make it even better, bringing a new level of imaginative play to the Park.” Made of slow-grown larch from local woodland and locally sourced oak, the giant crocodile’s head appears to emerge from a vast woodchip swamp, watching for movement on the forest floor with its huge beady eyes. With three ways to approach, or escape the magnificent jaws, it has been designed to en-

courage children of all ages, skills and abilities to play together. For junior swashbucklers, Crocodile Crossing II could not have opened its jaws at a better time. A new film, based on the timeless tale of J M Barrie’s Peter Pan will hit the big screen this summer. “Whilst our crocodile won’t tick or bite, it will provide endless opportunities for imaginative active play,” said Andrew. “We are looking forward to welcoming pirates young and old to enjoy all the adventures on offer at Moors Valley Country Park this summer”. Other play structures on the play trail include ‘the nest’, a six metre high grouping of giant wooden nests linked by tunnels, a ‘snake pit’ where kids can slide inside giant snakes, and even a Russian inspired musical tree house. There is also the option to divert on to the Tree Top Trail half way around the Play Trail. This is a five metre high and 200 metre long wooden walkway that takes you up amongst the trees for a great bird’s eye view. The play trail takes about an hour to complete. Moors Valley opens every day except Christmas Day. Admission is free, parking charges apply. For more information contact the Rangers on 01425 470721 or visit: www.moors-valley.co.uk.

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for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres Knoll Gardens, Hampreston near Wimborne BH21 7ND. Book online at www.knollgardens.co.uk or 01202 873931. Free - Limited numbers so booking essential. St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, Dorset. BH21 5NA. www.pawsinpark.org Priest's House Museum & Garden, 2327 High Street, Wimborne, BH21 1HR. 01202 882533. www.priest-house.co.uk

The Verwood Concert Brass Summer Concert. All three bands of VCB will as usual provide a wonderful evening The Hub, Verwood* 01202 828740 of entertainment packed with a huge variety of fantastic music. Tickets £8 (U12 - £4). House, High St, Wimborne. Wimborne Art Club Summer Exhibition and sale of origi- Church 01202 892064 nal paintings. Free Admission. www.wimborneartclub.org.uk " Adventure in the Woods" - Forest School days for chil- Edmondsham Forest School, Edmonddren from 3-6, 5-8 and 7-10. Spend the day exploring the sham House, Edmondsham Village, woods, cooking over a campfire, creating beautiful na- Near Wimborne, Dorset BH21 5RE. ture crafts etc. £25 per day (sibling discount) incl lunch, Verity Robbins 07718 056539 or email snacks and drinks. More info on school face book page elvesandfairies@live.co.uk. or www.elves-fairieswoodlandnursery.co.uk Earth Detectives: Delve into our archaeological past with Priest's House Museum & Garden, 23a dig and family activities. Part of the Festival of British 27 High Street, Wimborne, BH21 1HR. Archaeology. Admission £2 (YAC members FREE). 01202 882533. www.priest-house.co.uk Wessex Actors Company present Canterbury Tales. Barrington Centre, Penny's Walk, Adult £12, Child £8. www.barringtoncentre.co.uk Ferndown, BH22 9TH. 01202 894 858. Experimental Archaeology Day - (Part of the Festival of The Ancient Technology Centre, DamerBritish Archaeology 2015) A day focussed exclusively on ham Road, Cranborne Dorset BH21 experimental archaeology in action, with real experimen- 5RP tel. 01725 517618. tation and interesting talks and presentations. There will £6 for adults and £3 for children (4-16) also be fun activities for family participation.Food and and free to under 4s. Tickets are availDrink available from the Longhouse and BBQ area. able on the gate. Sorry, no smoking and no dogs are allowed on site. Wimborne & Ferndown Lions Club. Band present a con- Barrington Centre, Penny's Walk, Ferncert at the Barrington, Ferndown by Lions Youth Brass. down, BH22 9TH. www.iley.20m.com. Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne Model Town: Family Fun and Laughter Show Wimborne Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1DY. 01202 with magic and puppets 881924 info@wimborne-modeltown.com The Showground, New Park, Brockenhurst, SO42 7QH. 01590 622400, www.newforestshow.co.uk, e-mail: info@newforestshow.co.uk Priest's House Museum & Garden, 23Little Explorers: Art and craft activities, stories and High Street, Wimborne, BH21 1HR. games (age 2+). Admission £1 (annual pass not valid). 27 01202 882533. www.priest-house.co.uk Wimborne Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne Model Town: Summer craft workshop for jun- Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1DY. Book on ior visitors. Booking essential. 01202 881924 or info@wimbornemodeltown.com Wimborne Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne Model Town: Evening entertainment with illu- Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1DY. Book on mination of the Model Town and Gardens 01202 881924 or info@wimbornemodeltown.com " Adventure in the Woods" - Forest School days for chil- Edmondsham Forest School, Edmonddren from 3-6, 5-8 and 7-10. Spend the day exploring the sham House, Edmondsham Village, woods, cooking over a campfire, creating beautiful na- Near Wimborne, Dorset BH21 5RE. ture crafts etc. £25 per day (sibling discount) incl lunch, Verity Robbins 07718 056539 or email snacks and drinks. More info on School face book page elvesandfairies@live.co.uk. or www.elves-fairieswoodlandnursery.co.uk The New Forest Show. Free parking. Tickets on the gate. Adult £20, Senior £19, 5 - 16 £7, U5 Free

Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne Model Town: Family Fun and Laughter Show Wimborne Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1DY. 01202 with magic and puppets 881924 info@wimborne-modeltown.com Wimborne Horticultural Society: A trip to the Western Main Hall, The Allendale Community Cape of South Africa. A talk by Martin Catford Members Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne Min£1 /Non-Members: Welcome £2. ster, BH21 1AS. 01202 620582 " Adventure in the Woods" - Forest School days for children from 3-6, 5-8 and 7-10. Spend the day exploring the Edmondsham Forest School, Edmondwoods, cooking over a campfire, creating beautiful na- sham House, Edmondsham Village, ture crafts etc. £25 per day (sibling discount) incl lunch, Near Wimborne, Dorset BH21 5RE. Verity Robbins 07718 056539 or email snacks and drinks. More info on Edmondsham Forest elvesandfairies@live.co.uk. School face book page or www.elvesfairieswoodlandnursery.co.uk Verwood Concert Brass showcase their top award win- Wimborne Minster, High Street, Wimning band who will be performing a full concert with mu- borne, Dorset BH21 1HT. Please see sic exclusively selected for the beautiful and resonant www.verwoodconcertbrass.co.uk for venue of the Wimborne Minster. ticketing information.

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he New Forest and Hampshire County Show are delighted to announce that the incredible Musical Ride of the Household Cavalry will be their main ring attraction this year! The Show is always looking to improve the visitor experience and following on from requests from the public to feature this attraction, the Show is thrilled that they are able to attend this year. It is the first time that they have been to the Show in over 20 years and their display is truly breathtaking. The troop, all mounted on black horses and resplendent in red and blue ceremonial uniforms, will give two performances in the main ring on all three days of the show. The Musical Ride showcases the very best of military equestrianism and tradition and their spectacular mounted display team will perform a dynamic display to wow the crowds. The Show is also offering an amazing 20% discount for the first 2,000 e-tickets sold to this year’s Show. They are selling very quickly - to purchase yours visit - https://newforestshow. ticketsrv.co.uk The Show is taking place on the 28th, 29th and 30th July at New Park, Brockenhurst and tickets are currently on sale at: www.newforestshow.co.uk.

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T he Blashford Bulletin Things to look out for in the coming months at the Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve, Ibsley. Lapwing chick

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une is a beautiful month and a busy time at Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve. With the leaves on the trees still fresh and the longer days and increasing sunshine, everything appears to be happening at once. Many birds on the reserve now have young, including terns, little grebes, great crested grebes (with their stripy humbug like chicks) and lapwing. Slowly becoming more confident, the chicks will be thinking about taking their next step, or leap, away from the comfort of their nest or parent bird, and they will be fledging here, there and everywhere. Despite all this breeding and fledging activity, the air is still filled with birdsong with many continuing to sing throughout June as their mates produce a second brood. Hundreds of greylag and Canada geese will be descending on to Ibsley Water in order to moult, favouring the sanctuary this large expanse of water provides as a roosting site. Whilst renewing their

feathers post breeding, their ability to fly well or easily is somewhat hindered and they are therefore at greater risk from predators such as fox. Large numbers of mute swans will follow soon after, gathering on either Rockford or Ivy Lake. More and more insects are on the wing, including dragonflies and butterflies. Best viewed on a sunny day, the meadow is a fabulous place to sit, listen and be still. As the insect world happily continues around you, grasshoppers chirp and venture further up a stem, butterflies flutter past and dragonflies hawk overhead in search of their next meal. If you would like to find out more about this dazzling miniature world why not book onto one of our Catch the Bug events on Saturday 27th June or Friday 24th July. On the ground, grass snakes abound and are likely to have taken up their favourite spot for basking on the alder logs and stumps outside Ivy South Hide. The habitat here is perfect for them as they feed primarily on fish and amphibians.

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The light trap should be producing a fine catch of moths, including large emerald, garden tiger, cinnabar, poplar hawk-moth and the delightfully pink elephant hawk-moth. Masters of camouflage, these insects are often overlooked, possibly as they do prefer the night to the day! If you would like to take a closer look at these fascinating creatures then why not join Education Officer Jim Day on a Summer Wildlife Walk on Saturday 13th June or Reserves Officer Ed Bennett on one of our two Marvellous Moths events on Fridays 3rd and 17th July. Please telephone to book your place. The Blashford Lakes Project is a partnership between Sembcorp Bournemouth Water, New Forest District Council and Wessex Water. The reserve is managed by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, a charity that aims to protect local wildlife and inspire people. For information on upcoming events visit our website: www. hiwwt.org.uk or phone: 01425 472760. For up-to-date wildlife information visit our blog: blashfordlakes.wordpress.com.

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et in the Carpathian basin, Hungary’s capital is said to rank among the most beautiful cities in Europe. Here, the legendary Danube flows through the heart of town, meandering romantically around green islands and under iconic bridges. On the west bank, the wooded hills of Buda climb to 527 metres while to the east, the plain of Pest rises gently into the distance.

On the Buda side, the Royal Palace rises on Castle Hill, one of the prettiest districts around with cobbled squares and traditional buildings. There are imposing statues and wrought iron gates, stylish colonnades and archways, a lofty church with neo-Gothic ornaments and the must-see Fisherman’s Bastion, named after the Guild once responsible for its upkeep, now a top attraction for its unrivalled views over the river and city.

Stroll along the promenade or sail on the Danube and as you gaze at the elegant façades, the domes and spires glistening with mosaics, it’s easy to see why the river banks form an integral part of the city’s World Heritage. On the eastern side, beyond the superb Chain Bridge guarded by lion statues, pride of place goes to the grandiose Parliament Building, bristling with pinnacles and turrets and topped by a splendid red dome. Stretching 268 metres along the river, with 27 gates, 691 rooms and a stunning 20kms of stairways, it was inaugurated in 1896 for the Millennium which marked 1000 years of Hungarian history. It is home to the Crown Jewels and affectionately known as the ‘Mother of the Country’.

Beyond its historical complex, Buda is a select residential area while down town, Pest is all hustle and bustle, its streets lined with gleaming shops and architectural gems, ranging from neo-Gothic and Renaissance to Baroque, Ottoman and Art Nouveau. Andrassy Avenue, the 2.5 km long commercial hub, is protected by UNESCO, alongside the Millennium Underground Railway which follows the same route, starting a few steps from St Stephen’s Basilica and stretching all the way to the city park. Among the many notable sights are the State Opera House, the nearby Franz Liszt Academy of Music and at the entrance to the park, the Museum of Fine Arts and Heroes’ Square where

the semi-circular memorial is described as ‘a history book made of stone’. With a lake which is an ice rink in winter, Botanical Gardens and medicinal baths boasting 18 pools in and outdoors, the park is a favourite haunt of city folks, just one of many venues where you can relax in this ‘land of 1000 hot springs.’ There are over 100 of them in and around town, including those on Gellert Hill prized since Roman times. The hill offers sweeping vistas over the city. But sooner or later, the Danube calls you back with waterside restaurants, panoramic cruises and bridges revealing ever changing views and architectural styles, from the contemporary Elizabeth Bridge to the iron Liberty Bridge where the last silver rivet was put in place by Franz Joseph, Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary. Budapest suffered much destruction in the past, but with its beautifully restored buildings, the ‘Queen of the Danube’ truly deserves its place among Europe’s finest cities.

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uite a few middleclass breakfasts must have been ruined when the newspapers of 11th June 1965 were opened. For the news was truly shocking. The Beatles were to receive MBEs in the Birthday Honours List! It’s difficult at this distance – and almost impossible for people who weren’t around at the time – to realise what a big deal this was. And if anything it seems comical that so many retired colonels sent their medals back to the Palace in disgust. What blimps these outraged fuddy-duddies must

have been, we think today; and the apocalyptic language with which they expressed their horror – the Beatles were “vulgar numbskulls”, snarled one; Britain would fall “even deeper into international ridicule and contempt”, howled another; and the word “debased” appeared over and over again – makes them seem even more so. As for the newly-elected Labour Prime Minister Harold Wilson, who had put the Fab

...50 years ago? by Ted Bruning Four up for their gongs, he was vilified as subverting the honours system and trying to curry favour with the young. But how wrong those criticisms were, for this was not an act of subversion, but of absorption. The Beatles had become hugely successful dollar earners, with nine US number one singles and four US number one albums to their credit so far, as well as the creation of an enormous American market for other British acts; and that made them part of the Establishment and entitled to all the honours that came with it. The Beatles themselves sensed this and seem to have been uneasy over it. John Lennon reportedly worried about being seen as a sell-out and had to be talked into accepting his MBE by Brian Epstein; and the Lovable Moptops famously tried to make a pantomime of their investiture that October, turning up in John’s psychedelic Rolls-Royce, wearing unconventional suits, smoking a joint in the Palace loos (later and rather unconvincingly denied), and trying (and failing) to banter with the Queen. Four years later John confirmed that he had never been happy with the whole

business when he returned his medal – without a trace of irony! – in protest at Britain’s involvement in the Vietnam and Biafran wars. So perhaps it was the shocking headlines of 11th June 1965 and the events that followed that spurred the Beatles into escaping from the curse of light entertainment – of Saturday morning children’s TV shows, of guest slots on Lulu (or, worse, a show of their own), of Royal Command Performances, of touring unto exhaustion. Once “Help!” was finished later that year they put the three-minute lovesongs (albeit the superior and beautifully crafted three-minute love-songs) of the first half of the career behind them and started exploring their talent in earnest. And then Brian Epstein died; and although his death was tragically untimely (and although he was no showbiz monster to compare with the likes of Larry Parnes or Simon Cowell) it did finally complete the process that had started at Buckingham palace of freeing the Beatles from the light entertainment treadmill that had ruined so many of their great contemporaries – notably Dusty Springfield – and left them with nothing to do but create. So perhaps, ultimately, we have Harold Wilson to thank for The White Album, Abbey Road, and Let It Be.

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rones are much in the news these days: whether it’s shooting a spectacular wildlife image or zooming too close to a passenger plane, these popular flying machines have had their share of good and bad press reports. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) may be the latest gadget-of-choice but pilotless flying vehicles have a long and surprising history. In 1849 the Austrians launched a largely unsuccessful unmanned bomb attack on Venice, using balloons (planes were yet to be invented) and unmanned torpedos also played a part in the First World War. The first remote-controlled pilotless aircraft was invented in 1935 and World War II saw the use of UAVs on both sides, but when the US Air Force lost over 5,000 airmen in the Vietnam War, drones began to be used extensively. They undoubtedly saved further loss of life but these large, expensive, jet-powered craft proved hard to recover and many were lost during operations. If you are thinking of buying one for yourself or a family member, be warned, as you can incur some pretty hefty

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penalties if you let your drone infringe airspace regulations. The Air Navigation Order states that no unmanned craft can be flown within 50 metres of a person, vehicle or building – unless the people, vehicles or buildings in question are “under your control”. That means even that flying a drone in your own back garden is not permitted unless your neighbour’s property is at least 50m away. If you’re in a public space, such as a park, you are not allowed to fly within 150m of any “congested area” and you must avoid filming in places such as sports fields where crowds are gathered. Even though you may be able to receive live, streamed video from the drone’s location, you should not let it stray out of your line of sight. Businesses that want to use a drone for commercial purposes must apply for a permit from the Civil Aviation Authority before they attempt a flight close to people or property. A number of recreational users have already been convicted for offences that include flying too close to the rides at Alton Towers and photographing Devonshire

landscapes without the landowner’s consent. It cost one man over £4,000 in fines and court fees when his UAV flew near a road bridge and over a nuclear installation. If you’re still keen to own a drone you can pick up a flyonly model from under £30. A more advanced device, which lets you steer from a smartphone or tablet while a camera streams live images or records video footage, will cost around £250-£300. As long as the rules and regulations are observed, you’ll get hours of enjoyment from flying these clever little gadgets, but do set aside some time to master the techniques you’ll need before you attempt that perfect bird’s eye view shot. Here are some basic rules to follow while you are learning: avoid windy conditions and operate the drone in a park or grassy field well away from people, animals and parked cars. Turn off your mobile phone and try not to let other distractions affect your concentration. With a bit of practice, you’ll soon be flying like a pro, but just remember: if your expensive UAV ends up in a tree, just don’t go droning on about it…

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123 Dental 01202 827786 11, The Old Potteries, Manor Way, Verwood. Forest Lodge Dentist Surgery Vicarage Road, Verwood

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Lakes Dental Practice 01202 823345 Unit 4a, The Old Crossroads, Verwood Fordingbridge Dental Highfield House, Bartons Rd,

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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 Term: 13 (20) April - 20 (22) July 15 Half Term: 25 May - 29 May 15 Summer Holidays: 21(23) July - 31 Aug 15 Autumn Term: 1 Sept - 18 Dec 15 Half Term: 26 Oct - 30 Oct 15 Christmas Holidays: 21 Dec 15 - 1 Jan 16 Spring Term: 4 Jan - 24 March 16 Half Term: 15 Feb - 19 Feb 16 Easter Holidays: 25 March - 8 April 16 UK holidays Spring Bank Holiday: 25 May 15 Summer Bank Holiday: 31 Aug 15 Christmas: 25 & 26 Dec 15 New Year: 1 Jan 16 Easter: 25 & 28 March 16 May Day: 2 May 16 More useful information overleaf

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USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS Police / Crime Verwood Police Station Wimborne Police Station Crimestoppers Verwood & 3 Legged Cross Neighbourhood Watch

Utilities / Emergencies

01202 222 222 01202 222 222 0800 55 51 11 01202 82 14 14

Local Councils & Agencies

Electricity - Emergency -SSE Emergency Gas - Emergency BT Faultline Water– Sembcorp Brmth

0800 36 59 00 08000 72 72 82 0800 11 19 99 0800 80 01 51 01202 59 00 59 0845 0845 0845 0870

East Dorset District Council Dorset County Council Verwood Town Council Wimborne Town Council Colehill Parish Council Environment Agency Floodline(warnings & Advice)

01202 88 62 01 01305 22 10 00 01202 82 08 80 01202 88 16 55 01202 90 08 21 0800 80 70 60 0845 988 11 88

- Southern Sewerage – Southern (& water)- Wessex National Emergency Citizens Advice Bureau Visitor Information—Wimborne

01202 88 47 38 01202 88 61 16

Bournemouth A&E

01202 70 41 67

0845 748 49 50 0870 580 80 80 01202 36 40 00 0870 608 26 08 0800 88 77 66

Hospitals

272 272 600 241

08 08 36 46

45 45 00 80

Information Travel

Bournemouth Hospital Poole Hospital Salisbury Hospital

01202 30 36 26 01202 66 55 11 01722 33 62 62

Train Times / Enquiries National Express Coaches Bournemouth Airport Traveline (Bus, Coach, Ferry & Rail) AA (Automobile Association)

Southampton Hospital

023 8077 72 22 01202 85 64 10

RAC (Royal Automobile Club)

0800 82 82 82

Wimborne Hospital

Wilts & Dorset Bus Enquiries

08457 09 08 99

Samaritans Drinkline Careline (Counselling) Carers Line National Debtline RSPCA -Ashley Heath Al-anon (10am-10pm) year round Relate-Dorset & South Wilts

0845 790 0800 917 0208 514 0808 808 0808 808 0300 123 0207 403 01305 26

Helplines 90 90 82 82 11 77 77 77 40 00 07 49 0888 22 85

Post Offices

VERWOOD 01202 829712 11 Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS. Mon - Sat 9am - 5.30pm 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 517210 Cranborne Stores, 1, The Square, Cranborne, Dorset, BH21 5PR. Mon - Fri 6am – 6pm. Sat 6am – 5pm. Sun 8.30am - 1pm 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 884991 103, Wimborne Rd West, Stapehill, Wimborne, BH21 2DH. Mon – Sat 6.30am – 10pm. Sun 7am – 10pm. Xmas Day closed.

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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Childline NSPCC National Drugs Helpline Age Concern Seniorline Community Legal Advice Direct Alcoholics Anonymous, 24 hours:

0800 0808 0800 0800 0808 0845 0845

11 11 800 50 00 77 66 00 00 99 66 800 65 65 345 43 45 769 75 55

Chemists

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

Mon: 7am-11pm, Tue-Fri: 6.30am-11.30pm, Sat: 7am-11pm. www.pharmland.co.uk

Colehill Pharmacy, COLEHILL 01202 888001 42 Middlehill Rd, Wimborne BH21 2SE Mon – Fri 9am – 6pm. Sat 9am – 5.30pm (Shut 1-2.15pm) Walford Mill Pharmacy WIMBORNE 01202 840048 Knobcrook Rd, Wimborne BH21 1NL Mon – Fri 9am – 6.30pm (Closed 1pm – 2pm)

Wimborne Library

WIMBORNE 01202 882770 wimbornelibrary@dorsetcc.gov.uk Crown Mead, rear of 55-57 High Street, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1HH Opening times: Mon10am – 6.30pm. Thur 9.30am – 6pm. Tues 9.30am – 1pm Fri 9.30am – 5pm. Wed Closed. Sat 9.30am - 4pm

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The RVS Penguin BIG KNIT in Dorset

he Royal Voluntary Service delivers practical support through the power of volunteering so every older person can live the life they want. We need to raise ÂŁ3000 this year to help support services for older people. Any money raised stays locally and supports local older people in their own homes to stay happy, healthy, warm and connected so please, have some fun and bring sunshine to an older person this year. The Knitted Penguin pattern (shown right) has been designed by a member of The Martinsey Isle Trust in Sturminster Newton, specifically to help with RVS fundraising. (The Martinsey Isle Trust, a sacred heritage and education trust, can be contacted via their website: http://www.artoflivinganddying.com and on 01258 475125).

If you are a knitter or know of anyone who does, please see the pattern attached. Or if you would prefer to knit something a bit simpler: we can provide a number of lovely basic hat patterns, free to use for charitable purposes. Just contact us and we will send them to you. Please contact the RVS hub office on 01305 236666 to arrange collection of your donations. In addition, the RVS Great Brew Break this year runs from 1-7th October and we would love people across our region to hold tea parties, coffee mornings, or any sponsored events to help support our services. If you would like to know more contact; Lisa Knight: Royal Voluntary Service Operations Manager 07436 800897 / 01305 236666. E: lisa.knight@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk W: www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

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