Roundabout Ringwood February 2016 by Sue West

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Part of Alan Langford’s painting: “Deep in The Forest”.

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here were glasses raised in jubilation in Moscow and drained in frustration in Washington on February 3rd 1966, when the Soviets demonstrated once again that they were well ahead in the space race. They had been ahead from the beginning, of course: Sputnik 1, the first manmade satellite, blasted off on October 4th 1957, to be followed by Sputnik 2 a month later, whereas the Americans couldn’t launch Explorer 1 until January 31st 1958. On April

12th 1961 Yuri Gagarin pipped Alan Shepherd by only 23 days to be the first man in space, and the Soviets rubbed it in by being the first to orbit the earth, having the first woman in space, and completing the first spacewalk. Now they were ahead in the race for the Moon, too, the race that President Kennedy had declared that America must win within the decade. But after a flawless launch and three-day flight, Luna 9 touched down gently on the rocky floor of Oceanus

...50 years ago? by Ted Bruning Procellarum, extended its camera array, and started making a complete panorama of its surroundings. Even the fact that Jodrell Bank intercepted the signals and the Daily Express published the pictures before Pravda could didn’t spoil the party. It was the first successful rocket-assisted controlled landing on the Moon, and the extent of the Soviet lead was only confirmed on February 21st when the American probe Ranger 8 crashed; but the lead was less solid than it seemed, and it evaporated for good on February 26th with America’s first successful Saturn rocket launch. Actually, the Americans had had the lead all along but didn’t know it. After the war they had more or less kidnapped Germany’s V2 team and its director, Werner von Braun, but for five years the Germans were only allowed to supervise the completion of captured V2s and train the Americans in their use. In 1950 the military sacked von Braun and packed him off to the Marshall Space Flight Centre in Alabama where he could dream his intergalactic dreams in peace while the US Navy worked on its main project, the Vanguard missile launch vehicle – a task in which it failed. Only when Sputnik was

launched did Washington realise that Moscow now had a viable missile delivery system and it didn’t. Then someone remembered that rather embarrassing ex-Nazi in Alabama. Maybe von Braun had something the military could use? He had. His Redstone rocket was originally intended as the launcher for Explorer, but in 1955 Eisenhower had decided to use Vanguard instead. Now the military turned back to Redstone. Explorer was hastily adapted to fit its new launcher, and the US was back in the game. So was von Braun. Vanguard was scrapped and the development dollars went his way instead. His giant Saturn rocket that would take America to the Moon had its first launch only weeks after Luna 9’s triumph. Meanwhile the Russians were dividing their resources between two new launch vehicles, N1 and Proton. But N1’s designer, Sergei Korolev, died suddenly in January 1966 and the project faltered. Proton wasn’t ready either, and when Apollo 8 became the first manned lunar orbiter on Christmas Eve 1968, the heart went out of the Russian effort and after four failed attempts to launch N1 they gave up. The Soviet moon-shot was suspended in 1974 – two years after the last American had walked on the Moon – and scrapped in 1976.

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Contents

Welcome Dear Readers,

his issue’s cover features part of one of Alan Langford’s marvellous equestrian paintings of a typical New Forest scene which I find fascinating - more details about Alan can be found on page 42 and on his website. Many of these scenes haven’t changed for generations which to me make the New Forest so special. Very much like our Now & Then article on page 6 in fact featuring 66, High Street which has been run since 1901 by various generations of the Palmers and more recently by the Dorricott family. Part 3 of our 4 part saga of Billy the 3 legged cat can be found on page 16 and

with best wishes,

understandably he’s pretty fed up about losing a leg. All the usual articles are inside too - Mikes Motors, Blashford Bulletin, Book Reviews, Recipe, Hobbies, Travel, Interiors, Gardening, Technology, Health - something for all tastes in fact. See our What’s On pages 28 & 30 and website for many other local events all around Ringwood in February and March. So when you need a job done or want to treat yourself or a loved one AND help local businesses, look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ on page 50 and save yourself time, fuel and most importantly - money!

Sue West

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Local events and features Community News 10,47 Now & Then: Palmers / Dorricott, 66 High Street 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: Alan Langford 42

Feature articles Special Feature: What Happened 50 Years Ago? Book Reviews: Just Another Way To Say “I Love You” Mike’s Motors: Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing Tech Feature: Computer Love Health: Raynaud’s Phenomenon Home & Interiors: Eco Homes Travel: Tibet Mike’s Motors: Motoring Mutterings Gardens: Feathered Friends Recipe: Lamb & Spinach Curry Hobbies: Ten Tips To Bring Your Treasures Back To Life

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ucked away by the entrance to Meeting House Lane, its narrow street setting has meant that 66 High Street has often eluded the camera. Very few photographs exist of this little shop and unfortunately it has not been possible to locate any of when it was Palmer’s fish shop. However many Ringwood residents will have fond memories of buying a portion of fish and chips there after a visit to the nearby Regal cinema. George Palmer and his wife Rosina opened the shop in 1901 and moved in to live in the three-storey part of the property two years later. The smaller adjacent part had a marble slab facing onto the street for wet fish sales but it was as Ringwood’s first fried fish and chips that Palmer’s became really popular. As early as 1903 George Palmer was advertising himself in the Ringwood Almanac as a ‘Wholesale and Retail Fish and Potato Dealer. Fried Fish a Speciality. Hot Fish and Chip potatoes every evening from 6 to 10pm. Trade supplied.’ Their fish came from Poole by rail to Ringwood Station. Originally it was fried in vats in the cellar – a fire hazard that would no doubt not be allowed by today’s health and safety regulations. Later the fryers were moved to the ground floor and a corrugated iron-roofed room added to the rear for diners to eat on the premises during the late 1930s.

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After the death of their parents the business was carried on by two of the Palmer children, Maurice and Dorothy (known as Dot) until 1974, meaning that this family concern continued for over seventy years. Maurice died shortly after his retirement but Dot Palmer lived on for quite a few years in a house in the Quomp. She died in White Gates Care Home in 1994 in her 91st year. Her good attendance record at Ringwood Council School (now Ringwood Juniors) is now displayed in the Meeting House. The shop was acquired in 1976 by jeweller Mr Robin Dorricott who moved from a previous shop in Christchurch Road. His business included repairs to jewellery and watches but never clocks! Cod and haddock made way for rings and brooches as the marble slab with its big sash window was replaced by a new display window. The first photo shows the shop in 1988 before the lane was enhanced. The corner of Ringwood Hardware, 1 Meeting House Lane, can be seen on the right. Today that property has been empty for many years but the jeweller’s shop remains unchanged, now run by Jeff Dorricott and his mother.

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he team at Moyles Court School has worked hard to offer unparalleled added value to parents during 2015, clearly defining and staying true to its vision. The reward was not only an influx of new students for the new academic year but an outstanding academic performance and a coveted rank in the Sunday Times top 50 fee paying Schools. Moyles Court School, set within the New Forest National Park, demonstrates that beauty is anything but skin deep. Individualised learning, affordable fees, a flexible approach to travel and wrap around care are core values developed by a dedicated team led by new Headmaster Richard MilnerSmith. Moyles Court has established itself not only as an independent school with a distinct new offering attracting parents who would not normally con-

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

Daffodils

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ith spring just around the corner, the nature reserve is full of activity with winter visitors feeding up in preparation for their departure whilst breeding residents gather nesting materials and get ready for a flurry of courtship. Lapwing will begin to display over Ibsley Water, their brilliant â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;peewitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; calls being instantly recognizable along with their wavering flip-floppy flight pattern. However the best courtship display to look out for is that of the elegant great crested grebe. In their elaborate display, both birds mirror the dance of the other, rising up out of the water and shaking their heads before offering up gifts of weed. The bittern should still be around until the end of March, with the reed beds in front of Ivy North hide being the best place to watch for this secretive bird as it moves silently through the water in search of fish. It is also worth keeping

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Caught on Camera part 3 - Billy’s depression.

illy’s stitches were still not dissolved even after two weeks, but he started to come out of his ‘cave’ and move around more, although still in his cage, so I carried his bed, Billy inside, onto the settee and placed him beside me. All evening I stroked him whilst he was still in his bed and he did not object. In fact, if I stopped stroking him, he looked at me to ask for more. I thought this is progress indeed! The next day, we decided that he needed to exercise and try and walk on his three legs, so we moved his cage to the floor of the sitting-room, and opened the door. He now had a lovely view of the outside world through the big window and he could come out if he felt like it. He did not move until about 11 o’clock that evening when at last he made his first tentative efforts to walk on three legs. I thought my heart would break when I saw the difficulty he was in. I was so upset and the guilt I felt over the loss of the leg was overwhelming! He struggled and you could see that every step he took was a considerable effort for him, he was close to the floor almost crouching trying to balance and drag himself along, but somehow he managed to get back to the dining room and he found a hiding place, out of sight. I managed to find him, picked him up without any problems at all, cuddled him, holding him close, he did not have any strength left to argue, I placed him back into his bed, which he reclaimed. The next morning he was at the top of the stairs where we had other beds. How he managed to climb the stairs I do not know, but he did. I tried to stroke him but now he did not want to be stroked. He did not eat anything that night nor the following day. Depression had set in.... he struggled on three legs.....he was so upset! During the day he managed to get down the stairs and he had hidden himself behind the

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RINGWOOD ROTARY CLUB

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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.

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

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

BOURNEMOUTH PHILHARMONIC SOC. ORCHESTRA 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

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 Brenda Titt 01425 475715 Philipandbrenda@talktalk.net

YOUNG AT HEART CLUB

THE DORSET WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION

RINGWOOD U3A

RINGWOOD PHILATELIC SOCIETY

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 2 to 4pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month at Greyfriars. www.ringwoodu3a.org.uk or call Pete - 01425 478077 for details.

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

Want to try woodturning? Come and join us at St Leonards & St Ives Village Hall Braeside Road St Leonards Ringwood BH24 2PH 1st Wednesday each month 7.15pm-9.30pm. for more details Contact: Alex Wells Secretary on 07759 663151 or just come along 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 AVON VALLEY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Meet at The Ann Rose Hall, Greyfriars, Ringwood 1st Wednesday each ROTARY CLUB OF FORDINGBRIDGE month at 7.30pm,September to May. blogavas.wordpress.com We meet at 6.30pm/7pm on Tuesdays every week at Avonway. Contact Mark Vincent 01425 473677 / Bill Atkinson 01722 326978 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

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THE LOYAL ACORN LODGE 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.

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

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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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TWO BRIDGES CARE GROUP

RINGWOOD & FORDINGBRIDGE LIONS CLUB

WIGGLE & GIGGLE GROUP

FORDINGBRIDGE ART CLUB

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 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

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 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 & FORDINGBRIDGE CLUB FOR THE BLIND

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

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

RINGWOOD CHESS CLUB

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Meets Monday evenings at Original White Hart, High St., Ringwood ,BH24 1AW. Teams in Bournemouth & Southampton Leagues Contact : darrellsturmey@bt.com 07730 901 961 Outdoor and indoor activities: braais, boat cruise, walks, barn dance, darts, South African dinners. Camaraderie! fun! Contact Phillipa 01202-740265

A very friendly club that meet on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at Ringwood Conservative Club. We welcome visitors and have a beginner's section. www.ringwoodcameraclub.co.uk or 01425 482864. 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 on the 1st Tuesday of each month at St Mary’s Church Hall, We raise money to provide extras & equipment. New members and Fordingbridge. 2-4.30pm. Novices & experts welcome. helpers welcome at our 2 main annual fundraising events also volunteers to join the team serving morning coffee to patients. Contact: Pam 01425 652103, Maureen 01425 657334, Valerie 01425 656052 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! Jane Lashmar: secretary@ringwoodandburleyband.co.uk

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

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

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

LONGWATER TAI CHI

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

AVON W I

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

ANGLO ITALIAN SOCIETY

Meet at Greyfriars on 3rd Monday each month at 7pm. Minibus available for Ringwood area. New members & Visitors welcome - no need to have served in Armed Forces. Contact Jane Mansi 01202 572183 or Jean Webley 01425 489085

GERMAN LANGUAGE GROUPS

Fordingbridge & District Branch No. 1321. Meet every 4th Thursday in the Month at Scout Hall, Fordingbridge 7.30pm. Open to all ex RAF & friends. Contact: Bob Moffat 01425 654434/Gwen Sturges 01425 654610

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. 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

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 Pub nights, Parent toddler groups, Children’s language club Contact: Cassandra 01425 479101 www.kinderspiel.co.uk cassscholz1@yahoo.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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FORDINGBRIDGE & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Last Monday of the month (not July & Aug) at The West Room,Avonway Community Centre, Shaftesbury St., Fordingbridge 7.30pm. Contact: David Melbourne 01425 655235 or visit www.fanddhs.org.uk

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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t’s easy to get Valentine’s Day wrong: nothing says “I love you” less than uncomfortable pants in the wrong size, some wilting flowers or whatever chocolates were half price in Tesco. But if your soul mate is a gadget fan, it’s very easy to get Valentine’s Day right. One of the problems of buying presents for gadget fans is that they tend to have the big things already, so for example if they fancied an Apple Watch or a Samsung Galaxy S6 they’ve almost certainly bought it for themselves. But that’s an opportunity rather than a problem, because there are stacks of accessories and add-ons that can enhance what they’ve already got. Take the Apple Watch, for example. There’s a huge range of straps including tanned and coloured leather, metal and fun coloured silicone that can completely transform its looks. Apple’s

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aynaud’s Phenomenon (Raynaud’s Disease or often just ‘Raynaud’s’) isn’t well-known, yet it affects around 20% of adults worldwide, and shouldn’t be ignored. That’s why February is Raynaud’s Awareness Month. WHAT IS RAYNAUD’S PHENOMENON? Raynaud’s is a condition in which blood supply to extremities is interrupted. Attacks are caused by oversensitivity of small blood vessels, and while fingers and toes are most commonly affected, it also affects the ears, nose, lips and nipples. TRIGGERS AND CAUSES: Primary Raynaud’s The causes of Primary Raynaud’s are unclear, although the NHS estimates that 1 in 10 sufferers go on to develop a condition associated with Secondary Raynaud’s. Attacks are usually triggered by cold temperatures, but anxiety, stress, hormones or smoking can also cause blood vessels to spasm and restrict blood flow to your extremities. Secondary Raynaud’s Secondary Raynaud’s is often connected with autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, but also results from other medical conditions (including Hepatitis), illegal drug use, some medicines (including the contraceptive pill and beta-blockers), an

injury, or use of a vibrating tool (‘vibration white finger’). SYMPTOMS Symptoms of Raynaud’s can last a few minutes or a few hours, and may be regular or occasional. Sometimes the condition goes away by itself. • The restriction of blood to extremities can cause them to turn white, then blue, and finally red as blood flow returns to them. • Sometimes there may be pins and needles, numbness, swelling, pain or stiffness. If you have Raynaud’s symptoms, visit your doctor, who can diagnose Raynaud’s and request blood tests to determine the type. It’s important to get Secondary Raynaud’s Phenomenon correctly diagnosed, as in rare cases complications such as gangrene or ulcers arise. WHO GETS RAYNAUD’S? Secondary Raynaud’s can occur in anyone, as it’s associated with other conditions and factors. Primary Raynaud’s is usually mild, can occur at any age and may be hereditary. It is: • More common in females than males • Rare in young children • Common in teenagers (although sometimes disappears in their twenties) • More common in smokers (because smoking damages blood vessels and affects smooth muscle).

TREATMENT AND PREVENTION To prevent Raynaud’s attacks, you can: • Stay warm – outdoors, use scarves, gloves, hats, earmuffs, heated hand warmers and pre-warmed clothes and shoes (use a hair dryer, electric blanket or the airing cupboard). Several thin layers are warmer than one thick one. Wear thin socks and gloves under thicker ones and use hand driers to warm your hands. Indoors, try hot water bottles, microwaveable heat packs, hot baths before bed and an electric blanket. • Stop smoking – smoking affects your blood supply and can reduce your temperature. • Eat for warmth – hot drinks and small regular meals, preferably hot, will keep you energetic and warm. Use oven gloves to remove things from the fridge. • Avoid heavy carrier bags – they restrict blood flow to fingers. • Take regular exercise – providing it doesn’t make symptoms worse. • Find ways to relax. Sometimes medication is required if you experience ulcers, intense pain or impaired finger function. In severe cases, sympathectomy procedures using surgery, laser or injection to sever the nerves that cause the blood vessels to spasm may be used, but these vary in permanency and efficacy. Remember: Don’t ignore Raynaud’s symptoms. They could indicate an underlying condition that needs treatment. Support and information: The Raynaud’s and Scleroderma Association http://www.raynauds.org.uk/ Email: info@raynauds.org.uk Telephone: 01270 872776 or 0800 9172494

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few simple measures to update your property can make an enormous difference, says Katherine Sorrell. Step One – Get to know your home Knowing what your home is made from, how was it originally built, and what changes have been made will make it easier to work out how you can eco-improve it. Step Two – What are its weak points? Obvious problems are rattling, draughty windows, gaps around the edges of the front door and heat escaping through the roof. To help target improvements where they are most needed, commission a professional test for air tightness and heat loss. Best done on a cold, clear winter’s night, it is non-invasive and should cost around £300. Step Three – The loft A top priority for ecoimprovement, with 300mm of quilt insulation recommended, though there should be some ventilation in the loft to avoid

condensation. There is a range of insulation materials, but natural materials, such as sheep’s wool or hemp, tend to be better for older properties, as they absorb water vapour and release it. Check your loft regularly for signs of condensation, mould and small animals. Step Four - Windows Windows can leak a lot of heat, especially if they are old and single glazed, and short of double glazing, draught proofing is the answer. For a longer-term solution you will need to cut in a rebate and fit either compression seals (hinged windows) or wipers (sashes). Alternatively, secondary glazing will dramatically improve both air tightness and heat loss, and there are clear panels that fix to the window frame with a magnetic strip. Otherwise use thick, lined curtains, hung close to the wall, or timber shutters - which are more effective than double glazing. Step Five: Doors To make external doors airtight, adjust as necessary for a good fit, add draught proofing (as for windows) and cover keyholes, letter slots and cat flaps. Use a ‘sausage dog’ at the bottom or hang a long, thick curtain from a hinged rod. Step Six: Floors Ventilation below your suspended timber floor evaporates moisture from the timber and supporting structures, so don’t block up external air grilles. To make the floor itself airtight, a fitted carpet with a thermal underlay is perfect, or for timber boards seal gaps around skirting boards with foam strips, silicon mastic or slivers of matching timber. If the boards have gaps, use fillets of balsa wood or lengths of string, which you can stain, glue and

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push into place. If you can get below the boards or are planning to lift them, consider adding insulation underneath. Step Seven: Walls It is usually straightforward to insulate modern cavity walls but older, solid walls are more of a problem. Modern systems may trap moisture and cause damp, but one option is to add timber panelling inside, leaving an air gap behind. It may also be possible to add external or internal insulation, but be sure to get impartial advice. Quick Tips • Installing shutters can reduce heat loss by 60%. For efficiency, they should meet with a rebated edge and include a brush strip or rubber seal. • A thick rug helps to reduce draughts through gaps in floorboards. • Adding a pelmet to a window treatment helps to reduce draughts and stop warm air disappearing behind your curtains or blind. • Place radiators on internal walls rather than below windows, where their heat can disappear more easily. Image above - adding a portiere rod is a great way to insulate a draughty exterior door. Hang heavy, floor-length curtains, ensuring that there is enough stackback space for the door to be opened easily. If possible, use an insulating lining and heavy fleece interlining – bearing in mind that the pole will need to be able to support the weight. 12mm self-closing button portiere in beeswax, from £44.10, Jim Lawrence, 01473 826685; www.jim-lawrence.co.uk. Image left - Seagrass is durable, breathable and environmentally friendly, while wall-to-wall carpeting helps prevent heat loss and draughts. Seagrass Natural, £16.26 per square metre, Urbane Living, 020 7138 38 38; www.urbaneliving.co.uk.

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Mon 8, 24 Feb

10am - 12noon

Tue 9, 16 Feb

10am - 12 noon

Wed 10 Feb 7.30pm - 10pm Wed 10 Feb 7.30pm

Fri 12 Feb

10am - 1pm

Fri 12, 26 Feb Fri 11, 25 Mar

10.30am - 12noon

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Fri 12, 19, 26 10am - 12 noon Feb

Sat 13 Feb

10:30am - 1pm

Sat 13 Feb

1.30pm - 3pm

Sun 14 Feb

7.30pm – 10pm

Local Entertainment Centres To book please contact Jim or Tracy on 50 Bird Challenge Join Blashford staff for a 50 bird chal- 01425 472760 or Blashfordlenge on a short walk around Blashford Lakes. Sorry no Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Tern dogs.Suggested donation £4 per person. Hide car park off Ellingham Drove. Sorry no dogs. 44 Christchurch Road, Greyfriars Study Group - The Arts and Crafts Movement Greyfriars, Ringwood BH24 1DW by Sue Smith contact: Doris Hughes 01425 478764 Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 ChristFilm Night – Suffragette (12A) church Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW. Tickets from Greyfriars 01425 472613 Centre, Penny's Walk, FernEast Dorset NT Association - Andrew McLaughlin, Gen- Barrington BH22 9TH. All welcome. More eral Manager at Kingston Lacy gives an illustrated talk on down, info Janet Matthews 01202 855001 or 'The Next Chapter for Kingston Lacy' www.ednta.org Art Workshop - 'Wildlife Art - Bluebell'. This will introduce you to the skills and techniques required to create a lay- Booking is essential for all courses. ered coloured pencil wildlife artwork and enable you to Please contact Ringwood Library on complete a detailed picture within the session using the 01425 474255. £12 Full price (over 60's products provided. All materials are supplied for you to £9, those on means tested benefits £6) use in the session. No need to book, please contact Jim or Blashford Buggy Walk Join us for a buggy walk around Tracy on 01425 472760 or BlashfordBlashford Lakes Nature Reserve. Get outside, get fit and Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk for further informadiscover the wonderful wildlife living on your doorstep! tion. Meet at the Blashford Lakes EduThe site is dog free with buggy friendly paths. We meet cation Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 on alternate Friday mornings. Suggested donation £3. 3PJ. Children must be accompanied by adults. Sorry no dogs. Introduction to The Night Sky Spend an evening under To book please contact Jim or Tracy on the stars at Blashford Lakes with members from Fording- 01425 472760 or Blashfordbridge Astronomers. First an introductory talk on the sky Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashtonight indoors, then outside to observe the late Winter ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham constellations. In the event of cloud an extended talk and Drove, BH24 3PJ. indoor demonstration of telescopes and astro-software Children must be accompanied by will be available. All proceeds from the event will be split adults. Sorry no dogs. Booking essenbetween HIWWT and Fordingbridge Astronomers. tial. £6 per person. Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, RingGreyfriars Study Group - The Impressionists by David wood BH24 1DW contact: Doris Hughes Westhead 01425 478764 Dorset Wildlife Trust. Poole Harbour bird cruise: Poole Harbour Bird Boats showcase the 2nd largest harbour in the world; Poole harbour, its Islands and the wildlife that depends on it. These boats are a unique opportunity to see one of the best winter bird spectacles in the UK and gain exclusive access to the famous Brownsea Island.

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Bird Puppets Create a bird puppet from recycled materials and then head out on a walk to discover dazzling ducks, fab finches, wonderful woodpeckers and much, much more! Children must be accompanied by adults. Sorry no dogs. Suggested donation £4 per person. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present John Maddocks' 8pm - 10.30pm. Jazzmen. Superb New Orleans & Traditional Jazz. Thu 18 Feb Doors Open 7pm Please note this is a New Venue. RINGWOOD AFTERNOON WI. Talk by Tracey Standish - Hants & IOW Wildlife Trust Blashford Lakes. Why not Mon 22 Feb 2pm join us? Visitors are always welcome – Visitor Charge £4. Chris Powell plays his Roland Atelier AT900C keyboard, Wed 24 Feb 7.30pm. Verwood Keyboard Society; £5 members, £7 visitors Thu Fri Sat 7.30pm Poole & Parkstone Productions present 'Night Watch' Suspense thriller by Lucille Fletcher.. Thurs – Sat mat 25 - 27th Feb – 10pm Sat matinee 2.30 pm £8, Fri – Sat £10, U16s £6 all performances. 10.30am - 12noon

Please meet at the boat operator's kiosk on Poole Quay.To book your place phone the National Trust 01202 707744 Adult £15, Child (under 17) - £7.50.

Valley Country Park, Nr RingCome and try the sport of orienteering with the support of Moors wood. Dorset. BH24 2ET. To book your members of Wimborne Orienteering Club. place call 01425 480811 or book online £2.50 per person www.moors-valley.co.uk/events Barrington Centre, Penny's Walk, FernRobert Habermann's Valentine Concert. ‘Special’ Valen- down, BH22 9TH. tine's Day Concert. ‘MY FUNNY VALENTINE’ The Most www.barringtoncentre.co.uk Cherished Love Songs in the 20th Century. £10 p/p 01202 894858.

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Edmondsham Forest School, Edmondsham House, Edmondsham Village, Near Wimborne, Dorset BH21 5RE. Forest School face book page, Verity Robbins 07718 056539 or email elvesandfairies@live.co.uk. Poulner Church Hall, Linford Road, Poulner, Ringwood, BH24 1TY. Tickets: 07927380214 or www.poulnerplayers.com To book please contact Jim or Tracy on 01425 472760 or BlashfordLakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. The Albion Inn, Station Rd, Verwood. BH31 7LB. Meals available from 6pm. Bar Meals or in the restaurant Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW. For further details please contact Janet Reid - President, 01425 470826. The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 Barrington Centre, Penny's Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH. 01202 894858. www.barringtoncentre.co.uk

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Talk: An evening with Gambling Archaeologist, Tim FitzHigham award-winning comedian, author, world record The Salisbury Museum. The King's holder and gambling archaeologist. Your opportunity to House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, Wilt6.30pm hear about extraordinary adventures first hand, from the shire. SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. man who rolled a cheeseboard four miles in one hundred www.salisburymuseum.org.uk throws...Booking advised. £8 Members, £10 NonMembers. Lecture Hall Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 Christ7.30pm - 10pm Film Night – Spectre (James Bond) (12A) church Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW. Furlong Wedding Fayre get inspired with local wedding 10am-2pm The Furlong shopping centre, Ringwood suppliers and businesses ImpAct Theatre presents: Breaking the Code - by Hugh Whitemore, directed by Patricia Richardson. The play 7.30pm based on the book 'Alan Turing: The Enigma' by Andrew The Hub, Verwood* Hodges and the source material for the recent film The Imitation Game. Tickets: £12 & £10 Concessions The Albion Inn, Station Rd, Verwood. 8pm - 10.30pm. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present "Sunset Cafe BH31 7LB. Meals available from 6pm. Doors Open 7pm Stomper".Traditional New Orleans Jazz & Stride Piano Bar Meals or in the restaurant PREHISTORY OPEN WEEKEND - variety of hands-on Ancient Technology Centre, Damerham activities and demonstrations of skills for visitors to ex- Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5RP 10am - 4pm both perience, including Prehistoric Falconry displays! Food www.ancienttechnologycentre.co.uk. days and refreshments available. Tickets available on the 01725 517618 Gate only: £6 adults/£3 children (4-16yrs) under 4s free. Local Crafts Event Visit the Education Centre for a se- No need to book, please contact Jim or Tracy on 01425 472760 or Blashfordlection of locally produced crafts and gifts to see and for further informa10.30am - 3.30pm buy. Craft demonstrations & craft activities for children. Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk Please remember to bring cash or your cheque book as tion. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Edunot all stallholders will be able to take card payments on cation Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. Sorry no dogs. the day. Children must be accompanied by adults. RINGWOOD AFTERNOON WI. Talk by Ann Sevier - A Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 Christyear in the life of a New Forest Pony and it’s owner The church Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW. 2pm For further details please contact Janet Commoner. Why not join us? Visitors are always welReid - President, 01425 470826. come – Visitor Charge £4. 11am-3pm The Furlong shopping centre, Ringwood Easter Family Fun Day (with chicks, donkeys & crafts) No need to book, please contact Jim or Easter Nature Trail Discover spring wildlife on a self11am - 3pm (Drop in guided family trail. Explore Blashford Lakes and comTracy on 01425 472760 or Blashfordanytime to start from plete the challenge for a fairtrade chocolate reward! Al- Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk for further info. 11 - 2.30) low 1hour - 1.5 hours for the activity. Children must be Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. Hampshire Farmers' Market - local producers from the The Furlong shopping centre, Ringwood 10am-2pm New Forest and surrounding areas. High Designs Easter Craft Fair. Handmade items by lo- Woodgreen Village Hall, SP6 2AJ 10am - 5pm Free entry and parking. cal craft people. Refreshments. Charity Tombola. AVON VALLEY CONCERTS presents a classical music The Trinity Centre, Christchurch Road, recital with pianist Martin Roscoe and violinist Katherine 7.30pm Ringwood BH24 1DH. Gowers. They will perform a programme of works by www.avonvalleyconcerts.com Beethoven, Prokofiev and Elgar The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the Pete Shaw plays his Korg keyboard, Verwood Keyboard 7.30pm. door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 Society; £5 members, £7 visitors Reptile Ramble / Amphibian Amble! A 'Wild Day Out!' For further details and to book (places Seeking snakes in sunny spots and finding frogs in are limited), please contact Sue soggy bogs. A toadily fun day of games, crafts and wild- Shawyer on 02380 285102. and take 10am - 3pm life exploration - there’s newt better! Admission £16 place at the Blashford Lakes Education (includes a voluntary £4 donation to the Wildlife Trust). Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. Wild Days Out! are offered in partnership with New For- Booking essential. est District Council and registered with Ofsted Greyfriars Community Centre, 44 Christ7.30pm - 10pm Film Night – Lady in the Van (12A) church Road, Ringwood BH24 1DW.

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Tibet On the world’s highest railway By Solange Hando

View from the train window, first sign of life on the plateau

he Qinghai Express offers neither nostalgia nor five star luxury but it is the highest railway in the world, with stunning views of the Tibetan plateau. There are a number of departure points in China, including the tourist hot spot of Xian where the Express sets off for Lhasa on a 34 hour breathtaking journey. Figures are staggering: a total of 681 bridges, 1,966 culverts plus countless tunnels, most amazing Fenghuoshan, at over 4,900 metres, the highest in the world on permafrost. The Tangulla pass marks the highest point along the line, 5,072 metres. But how do you breathe at such high altitude? No problem, the train is pressurised, just like an aircraft cabin, with individual oxygen outlets if you need a little extra. That means windows don’t open and on the rare stops along the route, you are only allowed out for a few minutes. Add an on-board clinic, and you can sit back and relax. The journey begins through China, past mountains and gorges looming in the mist and ghost-like villages popping straight out of the earth. There are tunnels and the occasional landslide,

cleared in minutes, and before you know it, it’s time for lunch: mysterious delicacies from the trolley or fully-blown chopstick treats from the dining car, with à la carte, waiter service and wine from the Great Wall of China. By late afternoon, the altitude reads 2,961 metres, in Mandarin, Tibetan and English. The first snowcapped mountains appear in the distance and there are salt lakes and prayer flags which begin to feel like Tibet. Later, when everyone is asleep, cocooned in duvets, the train will pass the Kulun mountains where, hopefully, the earthquake monitors have done their job. Dawn brings a thick layer of snow across the plateau where Himalayan antelopes and black hairy yaks look as frozen as the landscape. At the Tibetan border, a guard stands to attention but there’s no welcome sign and the train does not stop. Later, the snow recedes to reveal mineral-rich slopes, red, ochre and gold glistening above frozen rivers. Wild geese fly overhead, nomad tents flap in the wind and glinting electric pylons march across the wilderness on their way to Lhasa. Sometimes a dust storm sweeps across the land while dummy policemen keep watch

along a road, deserted but for a single car approaching a Buddhist gate. Here, on the Tibetan plateau, the railroad has been built on permafrost, and in the most vulnerable spots the track is carried on long curving viaducts high above the ground. At night, temperatures can drop to -30°C but inside the train, no one would know. Breakfast, lunch, endless cups of tea, bags of raisins and crisps which pop like balloons, munching and drinking eventually give way to playing cards or walking up and down the corridors to chat or take pictures. There are few westerners about but plenty of locals, amused, intrigued, always friendly. There’s time to doze, read and gaze at the view. Suddenly, a flutter of excitement passes through the train. There are willows and poplars along the river, green patches of land and, at last, the majestic triplearched bridge which hails the entrance to Lhasa, Tibet’s capital. Back in Xian, the train set off at 6.44 on Wednesday; it is now Thursday, 16.44. On the roof of the world, the Qinghai Express is on time.

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ast time we overviewed the various forms of car propulsion including electric car power, and defended the popularity of the diesel engine for private car users. Since then many press articles have been written, hopefully all well-meaning but with inadequate knowledge and inevitably this can result in sensational misinformation. We now also have the shambles of our government contradicting itself - not an unusual occurrence you might say! New car taxation and benefits are based upon Carbon Dioxide emissions, effectively pushing motorists toward diesel power, yet our government is actively trying to persuade us that diesel car emissions are the major polluter. So, what might their policy be?

British standard was introduced in 1975. Prior to that, the sky was the limit! Amazingly, the current furore over diesel has affected new diesel car sales by only 5pc, similarly the price of used diesels, demonstrating that the consumer still inherently believes in diesel.

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Feathered Friends by Pippa Greenwood

atching wild birds in your garden is a real delight, and as many help to keep pests at bay for much of the year it makes sense to encourage them in. You can provide a haven for wild birds as long as you have a fair number of potential hiding places, such as a few good sized shrubs or trees - and trees which provide berries or other fruits are always going to be welcome. But what else can you do to encourage your feathered friends into the garden? A source of water really is one of the best features, so either buy an ornamental birdbath or create one from a shallow dish with sloping sides. The water should be no deeper than 2” (5 cm) and if you do have a deeper container then you should fill the lower depths of it with good sized stones, to reduce the depth. Ideally the water should be changed every other day, but at this time of year it is essential to make sure that the water does not freeze for long periods of time. Other garden water features, including ponds with

shallow sloping sides, are also perfect for many birds to feed and bathe in. Providing birds with additional food materials is worthwhile, but remember to provide a constant supply or they may come to rely on something that is not there when they need it most. If you have a problem with squirrels, then use a squirrel proof feeder – they resemble bird cages and hold a central cylinder of peanuts, though they can cost up to £40. If squirrels are not a problem, use a cheaper nut feeder, but position it so it is out of range of cats. Save household scraps for the birds too; they enjoy apples, cooked rice, cheese, old breakfast cereal, raisins and sultanas and, of course, bread. Buy fat balls which contain mixed seeds and hang them from trees or large shrubs where they will provide a fantastic meal for many birds and, provided

you position them correctly, means that you can also enjoy watching them. I only buy the net-free fat balls, as birds’ feet can get trapped in the net. You can also buy grubs and larvae to feed the birds. These high protein snacks are particularly useful once birds start feeding their young in the spring, and are best distributed on a bird table or even on a garage roof. They are available by mail order or from garden centres and pet shops. If you feel like making or buying a bird table on which to set out the feasts you are supplying, then so much the better. Choose one which is not easily accessible by cats, and position it where you can watch the birds as they feed and drink. I mainly feed the birds on top of an old, established hedge. It is just tall enough for me to reach its flat clipped top surface and I put out bird food on flat wooden trays – perfect for me to view and impossible for cats to get the wrong idea about who is meant to be eating!

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Portrait of a Local Artist Alan Langford was born in Bournemouth in 1952 when the town was still part of Hampshire. His father’s family lived in the Bournemouth and Poole area and Alan remained there until he was five years old. “I then emigrated with my parents and siblings, to Australia,” he recalls. “But my father was homesick and so three years later we returned to the UK. And from a rented bungalow in Elizabeth, near Adelaide, South Australia with a television we then had to live in a small caravan on a campsite in Blackfield moving on to Dibden in the New Forest. I love the new Forest and am also fond of depicting the landscapes of Dartmoor, Wiltshire and Dorset. I am inspired by the literature of Dorset’s favourite son, Thomas Hardy.” Since 1979 Alan has been a professional artist but has always enjoyed drawing since childhood. He was voted a full member of the Society of Equestrian Artists (SEA) in 2008. Five years later his distinctive work was included in the Nags to Thoroughbreds exhibition at Southampton Art Gallery. “A career highlight was seeing my painting ‘High Spirits’ hung alongside that of Sir Alfred Munnings and Lucy Kemp Welch which I greatly admire. I would only recommend becoming an artist to the tenacious and gifted,” he says. “My advice to someone wishing to become an artist is to draw, draw and draw some more.” Alan’s work can be seen in the Creative Coverage exhibition at Gallery 4, Salisbury Library from March to April 2016. From April 1, 2016 Alan’s exhibition Horses in Landscape takes place at Godshill. At some point in 2016 his work will feature in the SEA exhibition and together with his wife Janet he will participate in a mixed plein air exhibition in the autumn. Alan’s book Welgora, which means horse fair in Romani, is published by Little Knoll Press priced £17.99. www.alanlangford.co.uk

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Lamb & Spinach Curry Serves 4

Ready in 55 minutes This mildly spiced curry thickened with red lentils and spinach will make a refreshing change for a family meal after all the traditional food over the festive season. Serve with a cooling cucumber and mint yoghurt and some warmed naan bread for a really ﬁlling mid-week supper.

Ingredients: • 2 tbsp oil • 600g lean lamb steaks, cut into chunks • 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed • 1 large onion, peeled and chopped • 6 tbsp balti curry paste • 75g red split lentils • 400g can chopped tomatoes • 200g baby spinach leaves • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander • Boiled basmati rice and lemon wedges to serve

TIP For a spicier flavour replace the balti curry paste with one that has a little more heat such as Madras. Adding some finely chopped red chilli when frying the onion will also boost the heat factor!

Heat half the oil in a large heavy-based pan over a medium-high heat. Add half the lamb pieces and fry for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and sealed all over. Remove the lamb with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the rest of the oil and fry the rest of the lamb pieces in the same way. Add the onion and garlic (and a splash more oil, if needed) and fry over a medium heat, stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes, then stir in the curry paste and fry for a further minute until fragrant. Return the meat to the pan and stir to coat in the curry paste. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, 300ml cold water and the lentils. Reduce the heat then cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft and the meat is tender. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the spinach and coriander. Cover and cook for a further 2-3 minutes until the spinach has just wilted. Serve with the boiled basmati rice and lemon wedges.

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Ten Tips To Bring Your Treasures Back To Life By Kate McLelland

any years ago in London’s famous Portobello market, I came across a grimy old box made of wood. At first glance it didn’t look like anything special, but on closer inspection I saw that some fine veneer work was visible in places. “Ten quid. A bit of wire wool and some washing up liquid straight out of the bottle, and that’ll come up lovely.” It sounded unlikely, but I paid the stallholder and took the box home, where I nervously began to rub the surface with a steel wool pad. As the dirt melted away I uncovered an intricate inlaid marquetry design, and my grimy box eventually emerged as a beautiful antique that I’ve loved ever since. Although I was successful, I suspect most experts hearing of my method would tear out their hair. Remember these points before starting your own projects: • Some antiques are valued for their patina and certain items – such as old coins – should never be polished. • Check very old items for cracks that may break during cleaning. • If in any doubt, do some research or ask an expert. • Avoid using harsh chemicals

or abrasive cloths. Here are ten tips for restoring your vintage bargains: • To remove general grime from old prints, gently roll a piece of doughy, fresh bread over the surface. • To remove old, rusted-in screws, first clean around screw head edges, heat the screw head with a hot air gun, then the turn screw a little TIGHTER, before undoing (use caution with heat if the object has a varnished or painted finish). • Age marks on porcelain can be removed by soaking overnight in baby bottle sterilizing liquid. • Use Steradent tablets to get rid of water marks in old glass vases. • For a bright shine, polish chrome with baby oil and cotton wool. • To clean a gilded object, use a clean white cotton cloth, cotton balls or Q-tips, and the barest amount of clean, cool water. After you have dampened the cleaning material, remove excess moisture on a dry piece of cloth before you apply it. • Rub undiluted household bleach into dirty hairline cracks in pottery and rinse off, to reduce the crack’s visibility.

• Use half a lemon and salt to clean brass and copper items. Apply, rinse off, dry carefully and clean with impregnated wadding, polishing finally with a soft cloth. • To repair a pottery item, clean the pieces with a mixture of mild dishwashing liquid and warm water and let them dry completely. Apply clear, slow-setting two part epoxy glue and hold the pieces in place with modelling clay so they don’t fall apart whilst drying. • Remove dust and dirty marks on old leather by dipping an artist’s paintbrush in methylated spirits. Use sparingly, working on a small area at a time. Whenever you carry out a restoration project, you should decide whether you want to keep the item or sell it on before you get started. If you want to keep it, you can restore it to your personal taste. If you’re selling, it’s wise to do some research on the current market before you start restoration. Although it may seem strange, some buyers may actually want the rust stains and marks of use that show an item has been handled and loved for many years.

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Doctors’ Numbers

Ringwood Medical Centre 01425 478901 The Close, Ringwood, BH24 1JY Cornerways Medical Centre Parkers Close, Gorley Road, Poulner BH24 1JD

01425 472515

Fordingbridge Surgery Bartons Road Fordingbridge Hospital Fordingbridge, SP6 1RS

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Dalkeith 4a West Street, Ringwood

01425 473688

Mansfield House Dental Surgery 36 Southampton Road, Ringwood

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Fordingbridge Dental Surgery Highfield House, Fordingbridge Hospital, Bartons Road

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Library Times www.hants.gov.uk/library

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School Terms & Holidays

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.dorsetforyou.com Dates in white are where days differ for Dorset. Term/holiday 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 Summer Holidays: 23(21)July - 2 Sept 16(31 Aug 16) Autumn Term: 5(1) Sept - 16 Dec 16 Half Term: 24 Oct - 28 Oct 16 Christmas Holidays: 19 Dec 16 - 2 Jan 17 UK holidays Easter: 25 & 28 March 16 May Day: 2 May 16 Spring Bank Holiday: 30 May 16 Summer Bank Holiday: 29 Aug 16 Christmas: 25 & 26 Dec 16 New Year: 1 Jan 17

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0300 555 1387

Christchurch Road, Ringwood, BH24 1DW Opening Hours: Mon CLOSED Thur 9.00 - 5.00 Tues 9.00 - 7pm Fri 9.00 - 5.00 Wed 9.00 - 5.00 Sat 9.00 - 1pm Public Computer Network, and Photocopier facilities

Tots & Tinies - Wednesdays 11-11.30am Storytime(under 5’s)Thursdays 10.30-11.00am Childminders Storytime 1.30-2.30pm 1st Wednesday in month Chatterbooks Children’s book club 4.0-4.50pm 3rd Wednesday in month All Childrens activities term time only Knitting Group - 10-12 noon Alternate Wed/ Thurs Crochet Club 10-12 noon 1st Sat in month Dementia Drop-In 10-12 noon 1st Wed in month Disability Advice 10-12 noon 4th Friday in month

Fordingbridge Library 0300 555 1387 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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What has a Brownies Toilet to do with Polio?

There were two problems: Firstly the Brownies needed help to raise funds to complete a disabled toilet at their Cloughs Road premises in Ringwood. Secondly, the Rotary Club of Ringwood wanted to plant 5000 purple crocus bulbs in the locality to celebrate reaching the final stages of their Polio Plus campaign, where Rotary Clubs throughout the world had almost successfully eliminated the dreadful Polio disease by arranging mass immunization of all the children in affected areas. Why PURPLE crocus? Because when immunized, the children and babies had their little fingers dipped in purple dye to indicate they had been treated! However, the planting of so many bulbs was to be a massive job. When Sara Watt, leader of the 2nd Ringwood Brownies approached Ringwood Rotary for help, a deal was struck. “You help us with

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the planting of the bulbs,” said Rotarian Alan Hollands, “and we will help you fund your new toilet”. The photograph shows Alan Hollands explaining to the Brownies in the Memorial Garden the significance of what they had just done. Apart from the Memorial garden, other plantings have taken place in the Jubilee Gardens and earlier in the Danny Cracknell Memorial Garden. Sara said later “The girls thoroughly enjoyed the experience getting quite muddy in the process”. And when asked if we could publicize the photo she said “Yes of course, and do you want me to name all the naughty ones?” We decided they were not naughty enough for that! When you see these purple flowers next Spring just remember this is Rotary’s way of saying thank you to everyone who supported the campaign to eliminate Polio.

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Police, Fire & Ambulance Emergency

Crimestoppers

0800 55 51 11

Gas - Emergency

British Transport Police

0800 40 50 40

Community Centres Greyfriars- Ringwood

01425 472613

Avonway - Fordingbridge

01425 652706

999 0800 111 999

Southern Electricity Emergency Water - Bournemouth Water - Southern –leaks

08000 72 72 82 01202 59 00 59 0800 820 999

Sewerage–Southern-emergency 0330 303 0368

Local Councils & Agencies

- Wessex

0345 600 4600

New Forest District Council

023 8028 5000

Ringwood Town Council

01425 473883

Fordingbridge Town Council

01425 654134

Ringwood & Fordingbridge Libraries

Hampshire County Council

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Citizens Advice Bureau - New Forest

03444 111 306

Environment Agency

0800 80 70 60

Visitor Information

-Ringwood

02380 282 269

-Fordingbridge

01425 654560

Community First New Forest

01425 482773

Floodline (warnings& advice)

0345 988 11 88

Ringwood Foodbank

01425 600 134

Bournemouth A&E

Hospitals

0800 800 151

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National Express Coaches

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NHS Non-Emergency

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Bournemouth Hospital

01202 30 36 26

Southampton Airport

0844 481 7777

Christchurch Hospital

01202 48 63 61

Traveline (Bus, Coach, Ferry & Rail)

0871 200 22 33

Fordingbridge Hospital

01425 65 22 55

AA (Automobile Association)

0800 88 77 66

Poole Hospital

01202 66 55 11

RAC (Royal Automobile Club)

0333 2000 999

Salisbury Hospital

01722 33 62 62

Wilts & Dorset Bus Enquiries

01202 33 84 20

Southampton Hospital

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National Rail Enquiries

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Helplines Samaritans

01202 551 999

Childline

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Drinkline

0300 123 1110

NSPCC

0808 800 50 00

Lifeline-NFDC Community Alarms

02380 28 54 53

National Drugs Helpline

0800 77 66 00

National Debtline

0808 808 40 00

Age Concern

0800 328 7154

Rspca - Ashley Heath

0300 123 0749

Seniorline

0808 800 65 65

AL-anon(10am-10pm)year round

0207 403 08 88

Community Legal Advice Direct

0345 345 43 45

Alcoholics Anonymous 24 hours:

0845 769 75 55

Hampshire Families

0796 2272 931

Meeting House Hours Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat 10am—12 noon Wed 10am—2.30pm Closed Sunday

Chemist Opening Times

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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Bretts Pharmacy, 01425 470982 ASHLEY HEATH High Street, Ashley Heath. Mon - Fri: 9-5:30, Sat: 9-1 Boots, CASTLEPOINT 01202 549971 / 548139 Castlepoint, Bournemouth. Mon - Fri: 9-8, Sat: 9-7, Sun: 10:30-4:30 Morrisons (in Store),VERWOOD 01202 826555 Chiltern Drive, Verwood Mon - Fri: 9-1, 2-8, Sat: 9-1, 2-6, Sun: 10-1 Boots, FERNDOWN 01202 871841 Trickets Cross Mon - Fri: 9-7, Sat: 8.30-1, 2-5.30, Sun: 10-4

Ringwood Foodbank

The Wesley Centre, Christchurch Road, Ringwood. 01425 600134 Mon, Wed, Fri,11.30am—1.30pm www.ringwood.foodbank.org.uk

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