Roundabout Ringwood August 2015 by Sue West

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Wild Food: A Complete Guide for Foragers Roger Phillips A leading expert on food foraging, Phillips hasn’t managed to kill himself with a dodgy mushroom yet (and he’s been doing it for decades) so it’s a safe bet that what he says, goes. In this easy-to-identify guide to the edible plants found in our

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The Hedgerow Cookbook: 100 Delicious Recipes for Wild Food - Ginny Knox and Caro Willson If you can pick more than you can eat on the spot, standing next to a hedge in the sunshine, then this is the book for you. It’s all very well

taking home all those delicious (free!) berries, but if you don’t know what to then do with them all you’ll end up with are more unidentified bags of something-or-other in the bottom of your freezer. This book is all about turning your own mini-harvest into a feast. Instead of jam, why not try ‘fruit leather’ or how about making a flavoured cheese, or cordial or even booze?! You’re only really limited by how many blackberries, sloes, rosehips and wild garlic bulbs you can find, so it’s really worth getting out and taking advantage of nature’s bounty.

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Former businessman Mark Boyle swapped his suit for a pair of jeans and some rubber gloves and vowed to live for an entire year without spending a penny. He knew that it wasn’t going to be pretty, but his journey through bad hygiene, scavenging and living a truly frugal existence is fascinating. Dabbling in self-sufficiency wasn’t for Boyle and his approach is extreme to say the very least. He’s gone totally ‘off the grid’ and, according to his friends and family, he may also have gone off his rocker. Whether you could adopt his philosophy or not, it’s a compelling idea and one that will make you question how you live and what’s important.

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Dear Readers,

ur front cover picture of the children’s Carnival procession is undoubtedly one of the most popular events in the annual Ringwood calendar and a great finale to end the summer festival season. It’s certainly one of my favourites! There are just so many different events in and around the Ringwood area at this time of year ranging from the very rural Bisterne Scarecrow festival to the very state of the art Red Arrows display at the Bournemouth Air Show - both in August and both not to be missed! We normally cycle to both which is a great opportunity to also enjoy the beautiful countryside around Ringwood and in the Avon Valley. And all three are completely free which must be a bonus!

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You’ll find many more local events on our What’s On pages 28 & 30 or website something for everyone in fact! Also in this issue we have the final part of a 2 part feature on the Town Hall/Old Cinema in the Market Place which hopefully may yet see a new lease of life at some time in the future. It would certainly give the Market Place a huge lift so fingers crossed! Mike Wattam has been muttering yet again, this time about driving licences, plus we have all the usual articles - Viewed From My Window, Mikes Motors, Blashford Bulletin,etc. And finally don’t forget to look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ on page 50 for all your local trades, to save yourself time, fuel and most importantly - money!

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Local events and features Community News 10,32 Now & Then: Town Hall/Old Cinema, Market Place. (Part 2) 6 The Blashford Bulletin 14 Viewed From My Window: Rescued cat stories by Local Author, Patricia Oliver 16 Clubs & Societies 20,21 What’s On Locally 28,30 Portrait of a Local Artist: Tanya Lock 42

Feature articles Book Reviews: Dining Out Gardening: Tropical Paradise Mike’s Motors: DS 3 Beauty: Look Younger for Longer Travel: Bhutan Mike’s Motors: Motoring Mutterings Tech Feature: Tech It With You Hobbies: Are you Birding, Twitching or Watching? Cake and Bake: Fruit Tiramasu

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NOW and THEN

Town Hall/Old Cinema, Market Place. (Part 2)

he big change came in 1937, when the building was drastically modernised by cinema architect Ernest S. Roberts. The owners were by then A. Austin Pilkington’s Theatres, with Barrington Lynham remaining as manager. The steep mansard roof, the balcony and the original entrance were all done away with. The interior was gutted and a circle seating area was created giving the Ringwood audiences a plush new auditorium. The cinema also acquired a new name, the Regal, and it is this cinema which is still fondly remembered by many Ringwood people today. The photograph showing the Regal in 1960 comes from local cinema enthusiast, Phil Wills. 1960

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The Regal was also the home of Ringwood Musical & Dramatic Society for many of their performances. Other live concerts were held there, notably Status Quo in 1969. However, declining numbers finally spelt out the end of the cinema, which closed about 1972. There followed a move to acquire the Regal for the town, which led to a public vote. With hindsight it seems a pity this proposition was defeated, as other towns in the neighbourhood such as Wimborne and Christchurch managed to retain their cinemas/theatres with great support from their residents. Instead the Regal was turned into an arcade of small shops on the ground floor with a squash club above and an Italian restaurant in the semi-basement below. The arcade was never really

a success and in about 1990 the building was turned into a night-club, initially named Route 42 and subsequently by various other titles. A couple of shops at the front and the restaurant were retained. During Late 1970’s the early 21st century the entire premises were bought by the owners of the Furlong Centre who had plans to restore its Town Hall exterior and create retail space on the ground floor with residential accommodation above. However legal wrangling and the recession delayed these plans being put into practice. The property became very rundown with scaffolding holding up the crumbling facade. A couple of years ago the scaffolding was removed and the building given a slight spruce-up, but it still presents a sorry sight, especially compared to its past glories. Over the years and up to the present day many different attempts have been made to revive the cinema, without success. Now in June 2015 Development Securities, the owners of the Furlong Centre, have come up with new proposals which again include the restoration of the old building back to more like its Victorian Town Hall appearance. What the July 2015 outcome will be is not yet clear but let’s hope the building will soon once more stand out as one of Ringwood’s most prestigious properties and not as its biggest eyesore!

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Tropical Paradise by Pippa Greenwood

s the summer’s end is not too far away, many of us will be wishing for that exotic holiday we never quite had. But you can recreate that Typically Tropical Feel in your own garden instead. The temperatures may not be quite what they might be on a real exotic holiday, but it’ll certainly help to make your garden feel warmer and more appealing, and you can be sure that it’ll last a lot longer than the classic two week long trip. A tropical oasis might be particularly well suited to an urban garden, where temperatures are often warmer and conditions more sheltered and protected, but even if your garden gets its fair share of frosts you can still make an impact using a mixture of tender and hardy plants all of which have that exotic feel to them. Plant closely or fill ‘gaps’ with temporary plantings of the less hardy tropical look plants and you will create that dense, lush looks which spells tropical paradise. Lush, large leaves will always help to create a rainforest or exotic atmosphere and you could even grow a miniature banana called Musa ‘Basjoo’, which shows a good degree of hardiness. Indian shot plants, also known as the cannas are great and fast growing too. For very bold, colourfully striped foliage and screaming orange flowers try Canna ‘Tropicana’, or for a larger than life effect try the banana Ensetes ventricosum ‘Maurelii’ which grows very

fast and has wonderfully rich purple-green leaves.

commonly known as the cup and saucer plant.

If you want more than just foliage, the bulbous Eucomis bicolour has out-of-this world greenish yellow flowerheads which give it the common name of ‘pineapple plant’. Another favourite of mine is the Angel’s trumpet. These gorgeous looking plants may be very poisonous but the flowers of Brugmansia (previously known as Datura) as angel’s trumpet is also known, take some beating – choose white, yellow or cream and enjoy their perfume and elegant good looks. Although not hardy if you grow it in a pot it can be kept in the garden during all but the worst weather and then brought out again once it has started to warm up the following spring.

Then add to the ‘action’ using a few dramatic features – perhaps a Trachycarpus fortunei palm in open ground or a pot, or in the form of a sculpture or statue. If you go to the garden centre, many statues and garden ornaments are much more affordable than you might think. Partially hidden with some lush foliage they help to add to the junglelike atmosphere.

Don’t forget the vertical surfaces such as trellis, walls and fences as they too can be given a floral and foliage makeover. These may look boring now, but will look great when covered with passion flowers, ornamental vines or the pretty Cobea scandens

There are plenty of tropicaleffect plants to choose from including: tree ferns, phoenix palms, yuccas, cordylines, Rodgersia pinnata, Gunnera manicata, Rheum palmatum, cycads, citrus (including lemons, calamondin orange and other fruiting varieties) and bamboos. So, you see, the potential is there to create a holiday paradise without having to leave home, brave delays at the airport, find a house or pet-sitter…..all you need now is a deck chair and a cocktail or two, delivered on a tray!

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ight local students were carefully selected by Ringwood & Fordingbridge Lions Club to become this year’s international young ambassadors, representing the towns of Ringwood and Fordingbridge at international youth camps organised by Lions around the world. Pictured are Charlotte Boyd who went to Hawaii, Scarlett Smith who travelled to Finland, Jamie Hiles who visited Italy, Callum Salisbury who explored Denmark, and Andrew Goldsmith who discovered the sights and culture of Israel. In addition William Futcher travelled to Sweden, James Twomey went to Canada and Gina Robinson went to Italy. Each student will experience the trip of a lifetime spending part of their time (up to 3 weeks) with students their own age from countries around the world at an International Youth Camp run by Lions Clubs in that country and

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Causing a sensation as of things crawling on the skin (6) 2. Large streams (6) 3. Bottomless gulf or pit (5) 4. Skilled craftsman (7) 5. Educational institution (6) 6. Having decayed or disintegrated (6) 8. Large body of water in north-east Canada (6,3) 12. Knitted jumper (7) 13. Appliance that corrects dental irregularities (6)

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s August arrives, the trees at Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve are laden with leaves. As the grass in the meadow begins to die back, some flowers including heather, fleabane and hemp agrimony are only just beginning to come out whilst blackberries and other berries will be ripening – there will be plenty of food around for our insects, birds and mammals. On a sunny day make the most of the summer and search for butterflies, including comma, green-veined white, painted lady, gatekeeper, peacock, red admiral and brimstone. Dragonflies and damselflies abound, with southern and migrant hawkers patrolling their feeding grounds and gatherings of common blue damselflies creating a dazzling haze over the edges of Ivy Lake. The light trap will be attracting a plethora of moths, for example angle shades, black arches and red underwing, especially if the nights are cloudy and warm. For your own glimpse of these and other creatures of the night, including bats, join us for a walk on the wild side on Friday 21st August from 8.15pm until 9.45pm as we head out onto the reserve after dusk. Please

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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.

Do Cats Grieve?

e know how devastated we can all be over the loss of a much loved pet, be it cat or dog, and for children even a goldfish or guinea pig will be an experience they have to learn to deal with. We pour our heart and soul into their care and feel their loss terribly. With so many losses over the years we have had to come to terms with the fact that they cannot live forever however much care we give them and our little graveyard is now full and we have had to start another one. We recently lost our Mr Tom to the road. He had started to wander off on his own away from his friends, for what reason I do not know. He had also become rather deaf and it took patience to attract his attention, even for food. We were very saddened to lose him and especially as this was the first time it was known to us that he had gone outside the gates. Why had he done this? He had so many fields to wander through, why go to the road? The thought Mr Tom that he may not have been aware of the traffic as he was so hard of hearing made it especially traumatic. Since coming to us in a desperate state of need, he had made friends with Jasper, and when Mr Oscar and Sophie (Mrs Oscar) joined them, they made a foursome, a united team, a pussy-cat version of ‘Last of the Summer Wine’ spending their days wandering through the field garden, hunting, lazing in the sun, just being together. Sadly Sophie had to be put to sleep when we found she had cancer of the tongue, but at that time Mr Oscar had his two other friends to comfort him and they cuddled up together which helped them all come to terms with their loss.

This time it was different. The loss of Mr Tom had been felt by Mr Oscar and Jasper as a big loss and we saw them searching and searching for their friend. They looked tired and forlorn, they showed their grief, they were really lost without him. Somehow it has made such a difference to them that even they no longer spend as much time together. Jasper desperately needed someone to cuddle up to as he did with his dear friend Mr Tom, but Mr Oscar was so sad he just wanted to be left alone. Fortunately Freda has tried to pal up with Jasper and we have found them sleeping together, but she is young and likes to live an active life in the daytime and is not the lounging around type, so during the day Jasper tries to find Mr Oscar so that he can be somewhere near him, if not as yet allowed too close. Cats do have feelings, they will grieve for their friend so help them through their grief with love and attention and perhaps find them another companion to help fill the gap. We were just coming to terms with the loss of Boy George and Mr Tom when Pee-Wee was also lost in a tragic accident. Three in a row! There is nothing we can do but concentrate on the living and give them all the love and care we can. The full story and many more are in the book “Viewed From My Window” by Patricia Oliver price £12.50 + £2.50 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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The motive power was a very quiet and powerful Peugeot 150bhp diesel complying with Euro 6 (no nasty soot emitted) which when mated to a 6-speed gearbox showed some promise to fly while sipping the amber nectar very slowly.

Initial impressions done with and my tick-list looking rather ragged, it was time to press the loud pedal. That worked. Supremely able to amble along following Mr Plod, the loud pedal could easily change the scenery rapidly and excellent brakes meant the hedges you guessed could shortly be your resting place, just slipped by. That is, if you are on a smooth road which of course doesn’t exist in England. Any temptation to rush along was tempered by the thought that the non-compliant tyres and suspension could push your head straight through the roof, given half a chance. Personally, I believe the chunky styling to be unattractive, although I may well be in the minority - this is a popular car so perhaps the styling is considered to be merely gauche. It has no similarity at all with the old Citroen DS/ID series which remains a brilliant style icon in automotive, artistic and fashion circles. In summary then, this was a quick car, given the billiardtable roads. The smallish size and manoeuvrability meant urban travel was this car’s strongest suit. The low starting price, excellent fuel consumption and meagre road tax endow this car with a financially strong argument, and if things like DAB radio are a requirement, then they can be added at extra cost. Would I put one on my drive? There wouldn’t be room behind the infinitely more versatile Peugeot 208GTi.

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Still awake? Well, I duly got a DS-3 to test. This car is very popular among the fashionistas, a small 3-door hatch with somewhat avant-garde styling. Mine was in a pearlescent white with a glossy navy blue roof and very comfy off-black leather sports seats. Huge wheels and rubber-band tyres

conveyed that “looks good, goes fast” aggressive look. A panoramic glass roof allows you to study the raindrops falling on your car. In my car I deemed the accoutrements inadequate. Despite a modern iPad-mimicking screen display, it wasn’t touch sensitive, the radio equipment only did FM while a DAB radio tuner was omitted, tut-tut. Then there was no Sat-nav. It did however have Bluetooth for hands-free mobile phone and other inputs such as iPhone, iPad, iDyson (if you can ever get ANY iDevice to pair with any noniDevice) so in this area it was definitely a ‘work in progress’. Hopefully.

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RINGWOOD & FORDINGBRIDGE FOOTPATH SOCIETY

NEW FOREST AND DISTRICT SAILABILITY

HEATHERLANDS SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB

Meet 4th Monday at 2pm in Greyfriars Community Centre, Christchurch Rd, Ringwood, BH24 1DW. For further details please contact Janet Reid - President, 01425 470826.

Join us to maintain footpaths and enjoy organised walks, social activities and winter evening meetings. Membership Secretary: 01425 838534 www.rffs.org.uk

We are looking for some new volunteers, if you enjoy meeting new We bowl from 7.30pm to 10 pm every Wed & Sun at St. Leonards & St. people, would like a new hobby then please join us. No experience of Ives Village Hall, Braeside Road. A gentle sport suitable for ladies as sailing necessary,just a willingness to help people,training given. Stefan well as men. Ring George on 01425-489833 / 07831224945 Hart, 01202 760477, membershipsec@newforestsailability.co.uk

RINGWOOD FLY DRESSERS GUILD

We promote the art of Fly Dressing/Tying. Wednesday evenings at 7pm - 9:30pm at Poulner Junior School, North Poulner Road, Ringwood, BH24 3LA. New members always welcome Secretary Peter Wildash: 07587000223, mayoflycraft@talktalk.net

TRAD JAZZ 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

FORDINGBRIDGE ART CLUB

Fordingbridge Art Club Meet on the 1st Sunday of every month in the West Room at Avonway Centre, Fordingbridge at 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm for demonstrations, workshops and outings. New members- any level welcome to join our friendly club. Contact Joy Dickens 01794 390295

RINGWOOD FLORAL DECORATION SOCIETY

Meet at Greyfriars Community Centre on the last Thursday of the month at 2.00pm for 2.15pm. New members and visitors welcome. Contact Jenny Davies 07885 876 980

THE BRACKEN CO. OF ARCHERS.

RINGWOOD AND DISTRICT EX-TABLERS CLUB.

HURN ROCK AND ROLL CLUB

RINGWOOD PHILATELIC SOCIETY

We are found on the grounds of Cranborne Middle School in E Dorset. We shoot on Sunday am, Tuesday & Thursday eve’s in the summer. In the winter, we also shoot indoors. www.dorsetarchery.co.uk

Every Sunday evening 7.30pm to 10.30pm at The Hurn Bridge Sports Club BH23 6DY Beginners Welcome. Contact: Alan 01202 699022

EAST DORSET NATIONAL TRUST ASSOC’N

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

BRAESIDE BRIDGE CLUB

Duplicate Bridge played on Tuesday evenings 6.45 to 10pm at All Saints Church Hall, St Leonards. New members and visitors welcome. Mrs Marion Paris 01425 478241 or Jim Jackson 01425 461661

We are an energetic and friendly group of ex-Round Tablers (41 Clubbers) that meets for frequent and varied social activities. More formal meetings over dinner on 3rd Tuesday of each month. Contact Graham Hoyle 01425 478444 or www.ringwood41club.co.uk 2nd Tues of each month, 7:30pm at Greyfriars. Interesting talks & colourful displays. Newcomers made very welcome. Colin Mount 01425 474310 Gordon Masson 01425 470710

FERNDOWN ART SOCIETY

Meet at the Barrington Centre, Pennys Walk,Ferndown, every Wednesday morning 9.30 to 12.30 for painting sessions and a club meet every third Thursday in the month, 7.30 to 9.30pm for a demonstration. Club members and others are welcome.

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY

We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month (except July & August) at in St Francis Church Hall, Beatrice Road, Salisbury, SP1 3PN. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings in term time from 7.30pm- 11am Contact 01722 780683 Visitors welcome Entrance £5.00 9pm in the URC, Salisbury Street. New singers welcome. Contact our Secretary on: 01425 654372 ADVENTURE IN THE WOODS Forest School club for children from 4-8 years of age at Edmondsham ROTARY CLUB OF FORDINGBRIDGE Forest School, between Verwood and Cranborne. Woodland walks, We meet at 6.30pm/7pm on Tuesdays every week at Avonway. camp fires, nature crafts etc. Contact Kirsteen on 01725 517807 We like to make a difference to the lives of others. For information on joining us call: Colin Ritchie on 01425 655877

FORDINGBRIDGE CHORAL SOCIETY

BISTERNE VILLAGE HALL FOR HIRE

charity no. 301747 Refurbished and available for hire for private parties, Clubs, Meetings, Organised functions. Entertainment Licence for 100 people. Hire charges are from £7 per hour. Call: 01425 476703

RINGWOOD UNITARIANS

New group exploring and celebrating matters of spirituality, faith and conscience, asking you not telling you your faith. http://ringwoodunitarians.blogspot.co.uk or 07899 730181

RINGWOOD ANTIQUES CLUB

Greyfriars Community Centre, 4th Wednesday of the month at 7.00pm for 7.30pm. New members & visitors welcome Membership and programme details 01425 471348

TRADITIONAL AIKIDO CLUB

FORDINGBRIDGE FLOWER CLUB

Meet on the 1st Monday each month, except January & August, at St Mary’s Church Hall, Fordingbridge at 7.30pm.Visitors always welcome. Further details from the Secretary on 01425 652051

THE FORDINGBRIDGE SOCIETY

Join us to help keep Fordingbridge looking good! See us at: www.fordingbridgesociety.org.uk . Contact us at: TheFordingbridgeSociety@gmail.com

CERCLE AMICAL DE RINGWOOD

Meet at Anne Rose Hall, Greyfriars Community Centre 2nd Friday each month at 7.45pm. Contact: Secretary 01202 397440 www.ringwoodcercle.org.uk

FORDINGBRIDGE & DISTRICT U3A

Hyde, Fordingbridge Thursday 8 - 10.30pm, Sat 9-1pm. Also Salisbury Tues eve - Sun am. Physical and spiritual development. Self defence and weapons training. 20 yrs exp. 4th dan Qualified instructor. All ages. Contact John 01425 655194 www.takemusu.co.uk

Every 3rd Wednesday 2-4pm Fordingbridge Town Hall. Members also join activity groups according to interest. Info at u3asites.org.uk/ fordingbridge,Info packs in Fordingbridge library, or come to a meeting (£2 guest)Peter Woollett (memb. Sec) 01425 655490

FORDINGBRIDGE HANDBELL RINGERS

Supplies audio transcripts of local newspapers and non-political and non-sectarian magazines free to sight impaired people. Welcomes donations & help to read & edit. Contact: Peter Ansell 01425 475886

Meet each Monday 10-11.30am at St Mary’s Church, Fordingbridge. Come along to one of our friendly practice sessions. Ability to read music helps but not necessity. 01425 652103 or 01425 652769

FORDINGBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB

Full programme of Leagues’ Bowls for both Ladies & Gents in the New Forest & B’mouth & District Leagues. Stuckton Road, Fordingbridge. Contact: Mr D C Jones 01425 657627

RINGWOOD & FORDINGBRIDGE TALKING NEWS

IBSLEY & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Meet on the last Thursday of each month 7.30pm at Ibsley Village Hall. A variety of speakers, Plant sale in May and Annual Show September. Contact Judy 01425 472714

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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES TWO BRIDGES CARE GROUP

We care for the needs of those who are infirm, young or old, & without transport. Our volunteers will drive you to medical appointments & sometimes take you shopping. Call: “Sandleheath & Fordingbridge 0845 385902” and, for more info, call 01425 652527 or 01425 650770

WIGGLE & GIGGLE GROUP

Meet at The Victoria Rooms FORDINGBRIDGE. 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month 3.00pm - 4.30pm for babies and little ones to around 3yrs. Contact NLCC for further information on 079 097 11886

FORDINGBRIDGE BRIDGE CLUB

Our friendly club meets from 7 to 10pm on Tuesdays every week at Avonway Community Centre, 36 Shaftesbury St, Fordingbridge. 1st & 3rd weeks: Rubber. 2nd & 4th weeks: Duplicate For details call Sue Hughes 01425 657795

RINGWOOD & FORDINGBRIDGE LIONS CLUB

Meet on the 2nd Thursday each month at 7.45 for 8pm at The Elm Tree pub, Hightown Road, Ringwood. Contact Lion Martin Riseam at: martin.riseam@mac.com – 01425 472181 www.ringwoodandfordingbridgelions.org.uk

RINGWOOD ART SOCIETY

Meets every 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm to 9.30 pm at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Monthly demonstrations by professional artists, also workshops and pottery afternoons. New Members welcome. Contact David Lowe 01425 482602 or www.ringwoodartsociety.org

RINGWOOD & FORDINGBRIDGE CLUB FOR THE BLIND

Visually impaired people meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday afternoon each month at Greyfriars Activities Centre, Ringwood Contact Kate Henderson 01425 476568 / Mary Peach 01425 470008

EAST DORSET & RINGWOOD NHS RETIREMENT FELLOWSHIP meet 2nd Tuesday of the month at Braeside Hall

RINGWOOD ROTARY CLUB

DORSET SOUTH AFRICAN CLUB

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FRIENDS OF FORDINGBRIDGE HOSPITAL

AVON VALLEY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY

Braeside Road St. Leonards, for friendship, talks & outings. New members welcome. Contact Deirdre Binks 01425 472940.

Outdoor and indoor activities: braais, boat cruise, walks, barn dance, darts, South African dinners. Camaraderie! fun! Contact Phillipa 01202-740265

Meet every Tuesday, 1st & 3rd at 6.15pm: 2nd & 4th at 12.45pm at The Greyfriars Centre (If 5th Tuesday call for details). Contact the Secretary:Ray Crocker 01425 473463 or www.ringwoodrotary.org Meet 3rd Monday each month at 7pm at Radnor Hall, Bodenham. New members & visitors very welcome. £5 inc refreshments. Info: Pat Jones 01258 452510 Doreen Simkins 01425 652085

Meet at The Ann Rose Hall, Greyfriars, Ringwood 1st Wednesday each We raise money to provide extras & equipment. New members and month at 7.30pm,September to May. blogavas.wordpress.com helpers welcome at our 2 main annual fundraising events also volunteers to join the team serving morning coffee to patients. Contact: Contact Mark Vincent 01425 473677 / Bill Atkinson 01722 326978 Lynette Stanford, 01425 657650 lynette_stanford@btinternet.com

THE RINGWOOD AND BURLEY BAND

Practice evening, each Friday at 8pm - 10pm. Ebenezer Hall, Greyfriars, Ringwood. NEW PLAYERS WELCOME! Mrs. Christine Harris: 07742 636662 christineband@btinternet.com

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.

RINGWOOD FRENCH CLUB

FORDINGBRIDGE CAMERA CLUB

MENS CLUB at Greyfriars

FORDINGBRIDGE QUILTERS

RINGWOOD CHESS CLUB

NEW FOREST JAZZ WORKSHOPS

Come and join our French Coffee Mornings every Tuesday 10am-11am at Trinity Church Centre, Ringwood. All abilities welcome, conversation group, no exams. No membership required. Alain Jourdan, 01202 423318 or info@frenchmatters.net. Men's friendly discussion group. At Greyfriars from 10.15 to 12 noon every Thursday to share our thoughts on both serious and light-hearted subjects as suggested by our members. For more info 01425 470795 Meets Monday evenings at Original White Hart, High St., Ringwood ,BH24 1AW. Teams in Bournemouth & Southampton Leagues Contact : darrellsturmey@bt.com 07730 901 961

LONGWATER TAI CHI

Monday classes in Avonway Community Centre, Shaftsbury Street, Fordingbridge.Tai Chi “Health for Life” Drop-in 11am - 12.15pm Contact: Patrick Foley or Jane Launchbury 01725 514546 office@longwatertaichi.co.uk.

YOUNG AT HEART CLUB

Social club for the older community who meet on 1st and 3rd Thursday afternoons each month, 2pm – 4.15pm, in the Activities Hall, Greyfriars, Ringwood. Contact Poppy Garvey 01425 477740.

Meet at Avonway Community Centre at 7.30 pm alternate Wednesdays for a mixture of talks by top photographers and members’ shows constructively judged by experienced professionals. 01725 518448 www.fordingbridgecameraclub.org.uk We are a small, friendly group meeting twice a month in Fordingbridge. On your first visit we will provide all the materials and tools for you to make a small sample piece to take home with you. Contact: Helen Cox 0789 0740 333 At Godshill Village Hall, final Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm for musicians, any ability, who want to learn jazz. £4 per session, inc tea & biscuits. Derek Ayling, 01425 650770 or Hippotrain@btinternet.com

BRAESIDE BOWLING CLUB

Braeside Road St Leonards. A bowling club for ALL - participating in the Leagues, Friendlies & Internal competitions. Club sessions Mon & Fri afternoons. Beginners and established players welcome Secretary Shirley Alford 01202 315417

BOURNEMOUTH PHILHARMONIC SOC. ORCHESTRA

THE LOYAL ACORN LODGE BRANCH OF ODDFELLOWS

This full symphony orchestra rehearses 7.30 pm Wednesdays at St Peter’s Senior Catholic School, St Catherine’s Rd, Southbourne. Contact conductor Sam Newgarth 01258 473073. sam@newgarth.fsnet.co.uk www.baps-orch.co.uk

FORDINGBRIDGE EMBROIDERY CLUB

Meet on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7pm at United Reformed Church Hall, Salisbury Street. (No meetings in August) Monthly speaker/activities/discussions. Contact Anne on 01425 655192

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.

Meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at St Mary’s Church Hall, Fordingbridge. 2-4.30pm. Novices & experts welcome. Pam 01425 652103, Maureen 01425 657334, Valerie 01425 656052

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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ANGLO ITALIAN SOCIETY

Meet at Greyfriars Community Centre on 1st Monday evening of the month for illustrated talks IN ENGLISH on a variety of Italian topics. Contact : Hazel on 01425 476091

GREYFRIARS BRIDGE CLUB

Meet at Greyfriars Wednesday pm for Rubber Bridge (1.30pm) and Friday eves for Duplicate Bridge (6.45pm). New members & visitors welcome. Sue 01425 478920 or Ray 01425 477335

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Beauty Look Younger for Longer - Look after Your Neck and Hands When it comes to looking younger, we all seem to focus our attention on our face yet overlook our neck and hands, even though it’s these areas that tend to age the fastest. So it’s time to start taking notice of these neglected areas to ensure that you look younger for longer. Your Neck

The skin on your neck is thin compared to the rest of the body, it also has fewer oil glands and can easily become dehydrated. So given that, it’s as important to moisturise your neck as your face, and to extend the application of your daily sunscreen to this area too.

Remember to exfoliate your skin regularly - both on your face and neck - as this removes dead skin cells, brightens your skin and improves absorption of your moisturiser. On the subject of daily routines, whilst a regular moisturiser is fine for those looking to prevent rather than cure, if your neck is already heavily lined, you’ll need something stronger. Furthermore your neck requires a different formulation to reverse the signs of ageing than your face, so it’s important to use products specifically designed for the neck, which are generally more concentrated and powerful. Eating a healthy diet is key to looking younger too, as foods rich in anti-oxidants and Omega-3 acids have been shown to help skin rejuvenation by boosting collagen production something that declines as we age. Smoking is not only bad for your health, but it damages collagen and the constant squinting and lip pursing whilst smoking causes lines to form quickly. It’s no surprise then, that the delicate skin under your chin is damaged as a result.

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They say that you can tell a women’s age by her hands, so it really is important to look after yours. Dry weather, central heating, contact with water and the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers all serve to dry out the skin, making your hands look older than they are and

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Bhutan Taktsang, the Tiger’s Lair By Solange Hando

ong ago, they say, a holy man named Guru Rinpoche flew from the East on the back of a tigress to bring Buddhism to Bhutan. He landed high above the Paro valley on a vertiginous ledge where hermits soon followed to meditate in the caves. Taktsang, ‘the Tiger’s Lair’ is the most sacred place in this small Himalayan kingdom, claiming myriad shrines on the slopes and a monastery built on the very ledge where the Guru landed. Damaged by fire in the late 90s, Bhutan’s most iconic landmark was restored by the finest artists and welcomes visitors, pilgrims and monks who might choose to meditate for up to seven years in the most remote building. Glinting in sunlight or draped in shifting mist, Taktsang defies imagination, seemingly inaccessible as it clings precariously to the cliff face, hanging some 800 metres above the valley floor. Yet, it can be reached on a scenic three hour trek, starting in a riverside meadow garlanded in prayer flags. Soon the trail enters a forest of blue pines, rhododendrons and oak where wild primula

and orchids line the path and lichen hangs from the trees like ghostly cobwebs. Sometimes you come across a makeshift stall with a colourful display of turquoise and coral beads, gleaming among human skulls polished for ritual offerings. A child beckons, a woman smiles but all is quiet except for bird song and the occasional tinkling of bells as ponies carry the less able to the half way point. Up there, by a log cabin framed in marigolds, Taktsang appears even more out of reach across a fathomless ravine, but there are great views of the valley with its golden paddies, meandering river and traditional houses festooned in auspicious signs and beautifully carved eaves. At nearly 3000 metres, the air is fresh and Buddhist flags flutter in the breeze to send prayers in all directions. Beyond the cabin, the path climbs relentlessly above the tree line, past holy rocks and glistening shrines, mysterious footprints, gurgling springs and rows of tiny urns containing ashes of the dead, placed here to ensure a peaceful after-life. Just like the altitude, the scenery takes

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Local Entertainment Centres 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.

Art Exhibition by the Ringwood Art Society 47th Summer Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, RingExhibition wood BH24 1DW Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne Model Town: Family Fun and Laughter Show Wimborne Wimborne, BH21 1DY. 01202 881924 or with magic and puppets info@wimborne-modeltown.com to book

Blashford Buggy Walk Join us for a buggy walk around No need to book, please contact Jim or Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve. Get outside, get fit and Tracy on 01425 472760 or Blashfordthe wonderful wildlife living on your doorstep! Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk for further informa10.30am - 12noon discover The site is dog free with buggy friendly paths. We meet tion. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Eduon alternate Friday mornings. Suggested donation £3. cation Centre, Ellingham Drove, Children must be accompanied by adults. Sorry no dogs. BH24 3PJ. Bisterne Scarecrow Festival: Maps from Texaco Garage, Bisterne, Nr Ringwood 16-31 Aug Tyrrell's Ford Country Inn STORYTELLING for STING IN THE TALE Festival of The Ancient Technology Centre, Damer5:30pm start for pic- Storytelling: 'THE LITTLE PRINCE' with Graham Rogers ham Road, Cranborne Dorset BH21 - Based on Antoine de Sainte-Exupery's story, this per- 5RP tel. 01725 517618, Tickets: 01202 Mon 17 Aug nic, 6pm start & story ends at 7:30pm formance will be a new look at the tale which should ap- 888992. For Tickets please see Sting in peal to all ages. Bring a picnic to enjoy beforehand the Tale website. Poulner Players present 'Ladies Day' A comedy by 1st Poulner Scout Hall, 264 SouthampAmanda Whittington. A Poulner Players 40th Anniversary ton Road, Ringwood, BH24 1JQ. 19 - 22 Aug 7.30pm Production. Tickets available by phone or e-mail. All pro- www.poulnerplayers.com.07927 380214 ceeds to Scout Funds. Tickets are £8 or £10. or tickets@poulnerplayers.com Air Festival. The Red Arrows display on all Bournemouth seafront Dorset BH1 Open from 10am – Bournemouth 4-days, the awesome Typhoon, Tutor, Hawk T2 Role 2BU . Festival site is located between 10pm, Thurs – Sa- Demo Team, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, SallyB, Bournemouth and Boscombe Piers, 20 - 23 Aug tand from 10am – The Tigers, The Blades, Twister Duo, Tutor and including the East Overcliff. 6pm on Sun the Vulcan. www.bournemouthair.co.uk Brilliant Bugs A 'Wild Day Out!' for 5-7 year olds. Explore the wild side of Blashford Lakes with an emphasis Blashford Lakes Education Centre, on the weird and wonderful invertebrates of the meadow Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. 10am - 3pm and woodland. Admission £16 (includes a voluntary £4 For further details and to book (places Fri 21 Aug are limited), please contact Sue donation to the Wildlife Trust). Booking essential. Wild Shawyer on 02380 285102. Days Out! are offered in partnership with New Forest District Council and registered with Ofsted Woodgreen Village Hall, Hale Road, High Designs as part of Hampshire Open Studios. Woodgreen, Fordingbridge, Hampshire. 22 - 31 Aug 10am - 5pm Variety of crafts by local craftspeople SP6 2AJ Fri 14, 28 Aug

Mon 24 Aug 2pm Wed 26 Aug (8-12yrs) 10am - 3pm Thu 27 Aug (5-7yrs) Wed 26 Aug 7.30pm Wed 26 Aug 7.30pm Thu 27 Aug 8pm - 10.30pm. (A week later Doors open 7pm. than usual) Sat 29 Aug

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Sun 30 Aug 10am - 2.30pm

Mon 31 Aug 12noon - 5pm

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Wed -Sat 8am 11pm, Sun 8am 3pm

WI Ringwood present a demonstration of Knitting Machines by Maureen Gulliver Wild Play A 'Wild Day Out!' Run wild in the wind, stalk through the woods, squelch in the mud, construct with sticks, splash in the river, or light a campfire… we'll be playing with the elements wherever they take us! Admission £16 (includes a voluntary £4 donation to the Wildlife Trust). Booking essential..Wild Days Out! are offered in partnership with New Forest District Council and registered with Ofsted CONCERT : Verwood Organ & Keyboard Society : Elizabeth Harrison; £7; members £5 Wimborne Model Town: Pirates Ahoy An interactive pirate adventure with Treehouse Theatre with evening illumination of the Model Town and Gardens. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present Fryer-Huggett All Stars. This is again a special band with the international acclaimed trombone player, Jim Fryer, supported by some of the best musicians in the U.K. Another concert not to be missed!! Supporters £10, Visitors £11 Frogham Fair. A traditional village fete providing a fun afternoon for all the family. Adult £4, Child Free.

Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW - Tel: 01425 472613 Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. For further details and to book (places are limited), please contact Sue Shawyer on 02380 285102.

The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 Wimborne Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1DY. 01202 881924 info@wimborne-modeltown.com The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road. Verwood. Dorset. BH31 7PD. Janet 01202 873725/ Geoff 07798 721405 Abbotswell Road, Frogham, Fordingbridge, Hants, SP6 2HW. www.froghamfair.co.uk

Wildlife Rangers Get outside, learn new skills and improve your wildlife knowledge whilst having fun! Specifi- To book please contact Jim or Tracy on cally for 13 to 18 year olds, our Wildlife Rangers group 01425 472760 or Blashfordmeets monthly and activities will include practical conser- Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham vation tasks along with opportunities for bushcraft and surveying. Please dress to be outside and bring a packed Drove, BH24 3PJ. Sorry no dogs. lunch. Suggested donation £4 per person. Verwood Rotary Club's - Rustic Fayre. Fun day for all the family in support of local & Rotary charities. Classic Vehi- Potterne Park, Verwood cles, Stalls, Refreshments, Craft and a Car Boot Sale. Arena events. Great Dorset Steam Fair. Widely recognised as the leading event of its type in the world with 2,000 exhibits, 800 Tarrant Hinton, Blandford Forum, Dortrade stalls and over 220 full size steam engines. A giant set, DT11 8HX. www.gdsf.co.uk trip of nostalgia into the days of yesteryear.

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for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres Twelfth Night in the garden at Breamore House. Enjoy a Breamore House, Breamore, Nr. FordShakespearean masterpiece in the grounds of an Eliza- ingbridge, Hants. SP6 2DF. For more 5pm, gates 3 pm bethan manor house. We welcome you to bring a picnic, info and tickets please call 01725 512 Sun 6 Sep rugs and low-backed chairs. Adult £15, Child £10, Family 858 or visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/ £40. (Plus a booking fee) breamorehousetwelfthnight book please contact Michelle on Wildlife Tots: Teddy Bears Picnic Outdoor play, explora- To 472760 or Blashford10.30am-12noon OR tion and discovery for pre-school aged children and their 01425 Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the BlashMon 7 Sep 1-2.30pm parents or carers. Suggested donation £3 per child. Chil- ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham dren must be accompanied by adults. Sorry no dogs. Drove, BH24 3PJ. East Dorset Antiquarian Society (EDAS)- Find out about “The Phoenicians: Were they first to circumnavigate Af- St. Catherine’s Church Hall, Lewens Wed 9 Sep 7.15pm for 7.30pm rica and reach the Americas?” with Philip Beale FRGS. Lane, Wimborne BH21 1LE Visitors welcome. Plain Arts Salisbury and Salisbury Museum to host In front of the Guildhall, Market Square, Turner Paint Off Event. The day is all about encouraging Salisbury. www.plainartssalisbury.co.uk. painting and indeed all art forms, inspired by Turner’s info@plainartssalisbury.co.uk. 07961 paintings of Salisbury and the surrounding area. You can 689159. A prize of £25 gift voucher will Sat 12 Sep 10am – 4pm book in advance by contacting Plain Arts but you can be awarded every hour to the best work also simply turn up on the day with your own materials or created by an artist under the age of 16. we can provide art materials should you need them. Adult £10, Child £5 Plant Fair with the specialist nurseries of East Dorset. Knoll Gardens, Stapehill Road, Free plant fair, normal admission costs to enter Knoll nr Wimborne BH21 7ND. Sat 12 Sept 10am - 4pm Gardens, free tours included with admission price. www.knollgardens.co.uk. 01202 873931 New Forest jazz Workshop:If you play an instrument & Godshill Village Hall, Woodgreen Rd, Wed 16 Sep 7.30pm like Jazz then come along. Godshill, Hants. SP6 2LL East Dorset NT Association - An illustrated talk by Rob Barrington Theatre, Ferndown BH22 Rhodes, NT Countryside Manager West Dorset, on 'The 9TH - More info 01202 855001 Wed 16 Sept 7.30pm Hardy Monument' Thu 17 Sep

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Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present Martin Bennett's Old Green River Band.The Old Green River Band is rec- “The Hideaway”, at 17 Moorlands Road. ognised today as one of the most exciting bands on the Verwood. BH31 7PD. Supporters £10 and Visitors £11.Contacts Janet 01202 jazz club and festival circuits. Led by Martin, on keyboard, their music could be described as “New Orleans 873725, Geoff 07798 721405. meets RnB.” Ringwood Carnival. Festival of fun for all the family with Ringwood town centre. afternoon & torchlight processions www.ringwoodcarnival.org Dorset based ImpAct Theatre present Alan Bennett's Untold Stories. The autobiographical double bill, com- The Hub, Verwood* prising of Bennett’s 2001 memoir ‘Hymn’ and his more recent short play ‘Cocktail Sticks’. Adult £12, Conc £10 Wildlife Rangers Get outside, learn new skills and imTo book please contact Jim or Tracy on prove your wildlife knowledge whilst having fun! Specifi- 01425 472760 or Blashfordcally for 13 to 18 year olds, our WR group meets monthly Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashand activities will include practical conservation tasks ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham along with opportunities for bushcraft and surveying. Drove, BH24 3PJ. Sorry no dogs. SugPlease dress for outside and bring a packed lunch. gested donation £4 per person. WI Ringwood present a talk on 'The Body Shop' by Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, RingTrudy McKnight wood BH24 1DW - Tel: 01425 472613 CONCERT : Verwood Organ & Keyboard Society : Steve The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the Hubble; £7; members £5 door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 Cranborne Chase AONB Woodfair. Adult: £10 (£8 adBreamore House Nr. Fordingbridge, vance), Child: £2 (£1.60 advance), Family (2+3): £22 Hampshire, SP6 2DF. (17.60 advance) www.woodfair.org.uk OPEN DAY: ANCIENT HARVEST & FOOD DAY - visitors can bring their own apples and pears and press them on our Roman fruit press, plus other food related The Ancient Technology Centre, activities and fun, plus BBQ and refreshments from the Damerham Road, Cranborne Dorset BH21 5RP tel. 01725 517618. Longhouse kitchen. Tickets available on the gate: £6 adults and £3 for children 4-16; free to under 16s. Sorry, no smoking and no dogs are allowed on site. Film Night - 'The Second Marigold Hotel' Tickets cost £5 Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringfrom Greyfriars Office - Tel: 01425 472613 wood BH24 1DW East Dorset NT Association - An illustrated talk by Paul Barrington Theatre, Ferndown BH22 Cook, General Manager, on 'The History of Mottisfont 9TH - More info 01202 855001 and Mottisfont today'; also Laura Baker, New Forest Ranger on how they manage the countryside. The Verwood Concert Brass Proms Concert. All three Hub, Verwood* 01202 828740 bands of VCB will provide a huge variety of fantastic mu- The Tickets œ£10 (U19 - œ£6). sic which will include a proms theme. “The Hideaway”, at 17 Moorlands Road. Verwood. BH31 7PD. Supporters £10 and Visitors £11.Contacts Janet 01202 873725, Geoff 07798 721405. To book please contact Jim or Tracy on Feed the Birds See what you can spot from the wood- 01425 472760 or Blashfordland hide before making a bird feeder out of willow to Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashtake home. The bird feeder will be filled with lard and bird ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham seed mix so be prepared to get messy! Booking essen- Drove, BH24 3PJ. Children must be actial, suggested donation £4 per feeder companied by adults. Sorry no dogs. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present Derek Winter's " Sunshine" Band, featuring the great Brian Carrick on the Reeds. This is a wonderful coup for the Club in managing to book this band for another special jazz session.

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Family-friendly events this summer

oors Valley Country Park, near Ringwood has just announced its summer programme of family-friendly events. Designed especially for children and families to enjoy, the packed programme includes bushcraft, cycling, fishing and plenty of opportunities to get hands-on with nature. Special events this summer include an evening visit from the Mizan Travelling Planetarium on Tuesday 25 August, a Twilight Safari on 26 August and a BioBlitz on 13 August. Alongside these, a new programme of ‘Wildlife

Wednesdays’ will run all summer long featuring a different activity every week. With guest appearances from a range of experts, Wildlife Wednesdays will include a spider walk, small mammal trapping and a bee walk, providing the perfect opportunity to get the whole family interested in the natural world. As well as events, there is plenty to keep the whole family happy and entertained at Moors Valley. The Park is home to a miniature steam railway, Go Ape’s Tree Top junior course, and a play trail featuring stunning play sculptures as well as playgrounds, cycle hire and acres of forest and meadow to explore. Until September the Park is also hosting the Superworm Trail. Perfect for younger children, this self-guided activity trail is based on the popular children’s character from Julia Donaldson’s book and trail packs include a copy of a limited edition Superworm mini-book to enjoy as you stroll around the Moors Valley Lake. You can find out more about all the events and attractions at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest and book online at: www.moors-valley.co.uk.

Fordingbridge Twinning - best yet!

he “Fordingbridge Twinning Society” had its most successful stand yet at the “Fordingbridge Summer Festival” on Saturday 18th July, organised by Fordingbridge Rotary. New banners really drew attention to Fordingbridge Twinning activities, and there were more conversations and enquiries about

Twinning than ever! Fordingbridge Twinning gained eight members, all of whom were interested in, and asking about Vimoutiers, the twinned town in Normandy. For further details contact Derek and/or Alison Ayling on 01425 650770 or email on: Hippotrain@btinternet.com

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Motoring mutterings Peugeot RCZ

superb new 2-litre engine/ gearbox configuration, while important safety electronics This is the very sporty and curvy have been implanted too. I’ve had the privilege of driving an hard top coupe that went from S80 so equipped and can tell ‘Motor Show Styling Exeryou it is a mighty car – luxuricise’ into production virtually ous, agile, swift, safe and frugal unchanged, so emphatic were come to mind. However, look consumers and the press about this car. for end-of-line bargains as these are phased out. As the new model comes available, second-hand selling prices will adjust downwards. Known to run for longevity and occupant protection, these are a bargain.

Volvo XC90 The current car is a rather tall and pleasant–looking 4 by 4 which is extremely car-like to Over 5 years, drive. It has been around for RCZ has made good sales and 13 years now and is still sellbeen the brand icon. It gets ing very well – people like the customised, is ‘twittered’ daily elegant traditional styling plus and has an enthusiastic motor the way it holds its value. It club following. Seems its days remains very popular among the are numbered however, with Chelsea Tractor crowd, Peugeot saying production must never out of end by Christmas. How much of this is reality or an attempt to boost sales even further, I suspect we will know by the end of the year. In short, if you want one, better put an order in real soon.

Volvo S80, V70 and XC70

By Mike Wattam

modern option than many – if not all – its direct competitors both in purchase and running costs. First year production is already virtually sold out. It puts all other luxo-barges firmly in the shade. Despite using mere 2-litre petrol or diesel engines, due to light weight with class-leading strength, safety and electronic assistance, it is rapid, frugal and delightful to drive. Our road test will follow.

DRIVERS LICENCE A typical government-led mess. The paper counterpart of the current drivers licence is now deemed to be illegal, which brings us problems. If renting a car for instance, you still need to be able to prove lack of serious driving convictions to the rental company, likewise for insurance purposes. Your driving record can now be interrogated on the DVLA website (www.gov.uk/ view-drivinglicence) where you would need to create a timelimited access password to enable these 3rd party organisations to see your record. Of course, you will need to have your driving licence number, you N.I. number and registered postcode to enable entry into that facility. Good luck!

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t’s that time of year again: time to jump in trains, planes or aeroplanes to head for some much needed rest and relaxation. Whether it’s keeping the kids entertained, getting a beach party started or helping you catch up on your reading list, tech will be an essential companion. For most of us, the worst bit of any holiday is all the hanging around - especially if there are children to amuse in the fun-free environs of an airport. We’ve found Apple’s iPad Mini a real godsend in such circumstances, as it can be filled with a mix of games, movies, ebooks and apps to keep children of all ages amused. We’d strongly recommend a set of headphones and a sturdy protective case, though: the only thing louder than some kid’s apps is the noise we make when we see the iPad dropped onto a concrete floor. If you’re travelling with older children, especially in the UK, a portable Wi-Fi hotspot can be really handy -. Three’s MiFi (£29.99) creates a wireless network in your car, on a train, in a caravan or anywhere else the device can get a mobile data signal, and as it’s a pay

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download before you travel. And don’t forget audiobooks, such as the extensive selection available for almost any device at Audible.com. You’ll find noise cancelling headphones make air travel much more bearable, even if you don’t listen to anything: they get rid of most extraneous noise, and they’re particularly good on anything with a low background hum. For when you do want noise, though, we’d recommend a portable speaker. There are all kinds of powerful Bluetooth speakers for smartphones and tablets, but we’re quite taken with the £12 X-Mini 2: it’s tiny, delivers decent enough sound for a barbecue and runs for ages without needing new batteries. Pricier

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Portrait of a Local Artist “I like to travel the world to look at wildlife but I usually ﬁnd the nicest scenes on my local door step – in Wiltshire or Dorset.”

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Says Tanya Lock, who regularly walks along the river at Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, to look at the local bird life. Here she spotted a Moorhen busy feeding her young. It was such a lovely scene that Tanya decided to paint it. Once the painting was finished she entered it into the world renowned Birds in Art exhibition in the USA. Not only was it selected for the 2014 exhibition but Tanya’s painting was chosen to be one of the few to go on the US tour. “So between now and 2016 a small snippet of Wiltshire will be viewed in different states of America including: California, Texas, New York, Oklanhoma,” says Tanya. “The best part about this tour for me is that the painting is going to Oklahoma. When I painted this I was listening to the audio book of ‘The Grapes of Wrath’, a sad story about a family from Oklahoma. In the end the family gets caught in a flood and the baby dies. At this point I started to cry because the same thing happened to this little Moorhen family from Bradford-on-Avon. The day after I saw this happy little scene they were washed away in one of the summer floods of 2012 - so it’s a very sad painting.” Tanya has painted many scenes she has spotted along the river and a number of these have either won sections or been commended in the BBC Wildlife Artist of the Year competitions, or made it to the finals of the David Shepherd Wildlife artist of the year and exhibited in The Mall Galleries, London. Tanya was one of the finalists in the recent International Artist global competition with her painting of a Manatee. www.tanyalock.com

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Hobbies Are you Birding, Twitching or Watching? By Kate McLelland

n the late 1980s the arrival of a tiny American songbird (blown off course during its annual migration) in Larkfield, Kent, led to a massmobilisation of the nation’s bird lovers. Over the course of several days 2500 “twitchers” crowded into the small Tesco car park that the goldenwinged warbler had chosen as its temporary home. In the 1980s a twitcher (the term for someone who is willing to travel many miles in order to see a rare bird at first hand) would need to rely on radio or TV reports, or home phone calls from fellow enthusiasts, in order to learn about a rare bird’s visit. Now, thanks to mobile communication, the news can be spread within seconds of the first sighting. Just this year 500 people appeared on a Norfolk beach in a matter of hours after a rare citril finch normally only found in alpine areas of Europe – was first observed. Such devotion to searching out rare sightings means that twitchers often find themselves in the media spotlight, but not all bird hobbyists are twitchers. Twitching is just one aspect of a pastime that’s surprisingly broad and diverse, with activities ranging from a single individual recording birds in their local

area (usually defined as a “bird-watcher”) to members of well organised groups who come together to learn everything they can about bird species, including their nesting habits, environmental usage and migration patterns. These serious hobbyists are known as “birders” and some even travel the world, taking part in competitive events. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is the UK’s leading bird charity and it has done much to protect endangered species and promote bird welfare. The society’s “Big Garden Birdwatch”, which started over 36 years ago, has become an important annual event across the country: encouraging householders to contribute to research so the RSPB can record changes in bird populations. You can sign up for the Big Garden Birdwatch by going to the RSPB website (www.rspb.org.uk). Alternatively you may prefer to join one of the society’s local groups (enter a search for “Local Groups” on their website to find an A-Z list). Run by volunteers, these groups provide an opportunity for members to learn more about birds and wildlife and take part in talks, walks and fundraising events.

Birding UK (www.birding.uk.com) also provides information on a range of groups you can join, including “Birding Buddies”, “Bird Photographers”, “Bird Artists” and even “Birding Bikers”. If you’re just getting started as a bird-watcher you’ll find a range of mobile phone apps to help you identify birds and record sightings. Ranging in price from 69p to £12.99, some even provide examples of birdsong to help with identification but care should be taken when playing recorded birdsong in the natural environment, particularly at times when birds are nesting. Whether you’re a simple “bird-watcher” or a dedicated “birder” or “twitcher” you can be confident that you’ve chosen a hobby that will always offer interest, excitement and fresh challenges. As climate change continues to affect the natural environment - altering breeding and migration patterns - it’s good to know that keen observers are continually monitoring the nation’s birds, recording and passing on vital information that will help preserve these precious populations well into the future.

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Hampshire Community & Controlled schools Five days are also available for professional day closures during term time. These are specified by the headteacher and governors of each school All dates taken from: www.hants.gov.uk and www.dorsetcc.gov.uk Dates in white are where days differ for Dorset. Term/holiday Summer Holidays: 23 (21) 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 Summer Term: 11 April - 20 July 16 Half Term: 30 May - 3 June 16 UK holidays 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 Spring Bank Holiday: 30 May 16

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Fordingbridge Library 0845 603 5631 Roundhill, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AQ Opening Hours: Monday CLOSED Tuesday 9.30 - 5.00 Wednesday 9.30 - 5.00 Thursday CLOSED Friday 9.30 - 5.00 Saturday 9.30 - 1 Public Computer Network, and Photocopier facilities Tots and Tinies. Rhymes, Sing-a-long sessions for the 0-4s and their carers: Alternate Fridays 9.30-10am. (Term time only) Police Drop-In Come in for a chat, get advice or ask a question! 1st Wednesday every month 10.30 - 11.30. Knit & Natter sessions - a group for new and experienced knitters of all ages—all welcome. Tea, coffee & biscuits available at 50p. Alternate Thursdays from 2 - 4pm . (the library is closed so please knock on door) Other Drop-ins: Forest Disability, Dorset POPP Wayfinders - ask in Library for more details.

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Utilities / Emergencies

Less urgent than 999 Ringwood & Fordingbridge Police Station

101 or 0845 0454545

Police, Fire & Ambulance Emergency

Crimestoppers

0800 55 51 11

Gas - Emergency

0800 11 19 99

British Transport Police

0800 40 50 40

Southern Electricity -

08000 72 72 82

Water - Sembcorp Brmth Water

01202 590059

Community Centres Greyfriars- Ringwood

01425 472613

Avonway - Fordingbridge

01425 652706

Local Councils & Agencies

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0845 2720845

Sewerage - Southern - Wessex

0845 2720845 0845 600 3600

New Forest District Council

023 8028 5000

BT Faultline

0800 80 01 51

Ringwood Town Council

01425 473883

National Emergency

0870 2414680

Fordingbridge Town Council

01425 654134

Environment Agency Floodline(warnings& Advice)

0800 80 70 60 0845 988 11 88

Ringwood Foodbank

07501 598800

Hospitals

Bournemouth A&E

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Travel

01202 70 41 67

0845 603 5631 08444 11 13 06 02380 282 269 01425 654560

National Express Coaches

0870 580 80 80

Bournemouth Hospital

01202 30 36 26

Bournemouth Airport

01202 36 40 00

Poole Hospital

01202 66 55 11

Southampton Airport

0870 040 0009

Salisbury Hospital

01722 33 62 62

Traveline (Bus, Coach, Ferry & Rail)

0870 608 26 08

Southampton Hospital Fordingbridge Hospital

02380 77 72 22 01425 65 22 55

AA (Automobile Association) RAC (Royal Automobile Club)

0800 88 77 66 0800 82 82 82

Wilts & Dorset Bus Enquiries

08457 090899

Train Times / Enquiries

0845 748 49 50

Helplines Samaritans Drinkline Careline (Counselling) Carers Line

0845 0800 0208 0808

790 917 514 808

90 82 11 77

90 82 77 77

Childline NSPCC National Drugs Helpline Age Concern

0800 0808 0800 0800

11 11 800 50 00 77 66 00 00 99 66

National Debtline

0808 808 40 00

Seniorline

0808 800 65 65

Rspca - Ashley Heath

0300 123 0749

Community Legal Advice Direct

0845 345 43 45

Hampshire Families

0796 2272 931

AL-anon(10am-10pm)year round 0207 403 08 88 Alcoholics Anonymous 24 hours: 0845 769 75 55

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FORDINGBRIDGE Pharmacy, 01425 654539 4-6 Bridge Street, Fordingbridge, SP6 1AH Mon - Sat: 7.30am-10.30pm, Sun: 9am-7pm Lloyds Pharmacy, 01425 474196 RINGWOOD HEALTH CENTRE , The Close Mon - Fri: 8.30-6.30, Sat: 9-1 Lloyds Pharmacy, 01425 483643 Parkers Close,Gorley Road, Poulner Mon - Fri: 9-6.30, Sat: 9-12.30 Boots, RINGWOOD 01425 474170 11 Southampton Road, Ringwood Mon - Fri: 8:45-5:30, Sat: 9-5:30

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Cake and Bake Fruit Tiramisu This is a simpler version of the classic Italian dessert with layers of rich mascarpone cream, coffee soaked sponge ﬁngers, chocolate and fresh fruit. For individual puds, cut the sponge ﬁngers in half and use 6 small ramekin dishes or glass tumblers.

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