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PAST & PRESENT Ringwood Road
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The Curtain Cabin helps launch the new Southampton Harbour Hotel, Ocean Village.
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he Curtain Cabin not only produces a range of products for the domestic market, but also supplies furnishings for the commercial sector, including hotels, village halls, health centres and for Local Authority projects. Managing Director Dawn Moses has been in the soft furnishing industry for almost 30 years and has built up a strong working relationship with Harbour Hotels over the past five years working on a number of sites within the Harbour Hotels portfolio including Salcombe,
Sidmouth, St Ives, Brighton, Bristol, Froyle Park and Chichester. Dawn said “The Southampton Harbour Hotel is our most recent project. We have a good working relationship with Harbour Hotels and have been working towards this project for a number of years. It was a top quality job with high specifications. Part of the contract was to supply 21 electric hard wired sheer blinds with almost 6 metre drops on electric tracks on the 6th floor. Dawn added that “At The Curtain Cabin, we pride ourselves on our products and our service, including our after sales service. We meet our deadlines, adhere to a high quality standard and offer a friendly service. We also receive a great deal of customers through recommendations and repeat business.”
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Dear Readers,
ust when you thought it was safe to go out into the garden...the minibeast arrives plunging us back into arctic conditions and dumping another 3 inches of snow! Although the snow is a different kind this time so hopefully it will be short lived and by the time you read this it will be long gone! Page 18 gives you lots of tips and advice to help you get your lawn back to that bowling green look after the winter - well - a healthy, green, moss and weedfree lawn is what most of us aspire to at least! My husband scarified ours to within an inch of its life just before the early March snow and despite it initially looking half dead, was definitely showing signs of recovery. Helped along by the lawn treatment chaps of course so
with best wishes,
all is not lost! Hopefully in the not too distant future we will be able to get our bikes out of hibernation and get back into our lovely countryside. Page 10 is for all the Jason and Laura Kenny’s out there with young children! Lots of ideas to get out and about with your youngsters in tow and Moors Valley Country Park is just the place to start! Of course if you are anything like my husband who tends to fall off his bike more than he should, you might be wise to invest in some private health insurance - see Finance article on page 40! Finally if you are in the mood for a bit of house maintenance or refurbishment this spring then don’t forget to look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ on page 46.
Sue West
Editor
Business features All About Me: Don’t Put The Blame On Me! 22
Local events and features Community News 8,22,24,43 Past & Present: Ringwood Road, Verwood, looking east. 6 Clubs & Societies 20,21 What’s On Locally 26,28 The Blashford Bulletin 14
Feature articles Parenting: On Your Bike Mike’s Motors: Peeling an Orange SUV Gardening: Give Your Lawn an Overhaul Interiors: Wooden Flooring Book Reviews: Be Happy With a Book Finance: Is It Worthwhile Taking Out Private Health Insurance?
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Information Advertising Local Theatres, Concerts & the Arts Useful Local Information Useful Telephone Numbers Local Business Directory
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Puzzles Mini Cryptic Crossword Pictograms Fun Quiz Wordwheel Sudoku Puzzle Solutions
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Ringwood Road, Verwood, looking east.
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he main thoroughfare from Ringwood to Cranborne was still unsurfaced when these three brand new, matching family homes were built on the south side of the road in the early twentieth century. The children, no doubt curious about the photographer, add a period touch to the scene. The site of the Bethel Chapel (which was featured in October 2017 issue), built in 1931, is next to the gate in the bottom
right of the old picture. The brick house beyond, now replaced by a modern dwelling, contained “Henry’s Stores” on the corner of Newtown Road. The large tree in the old photo is presumably the same much larger tree still standing in the front garden today. Although the house is now almost hidden by decades of foliage growth the gable end is still visible complete with its course of decorative red bricks when viewed from the same location. For more Verwood Past & Present articles including October 2017 go to: www.roundaboutmags.co.uk click on: articles/news & scroll down to Verwood-Past & Present.
March 2018
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An eventful year as Moors Valley celebrates its 30th Birthday
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oors Valley Country Park and Forest is celebrating its 30th birthday this year and with new family attractions and some very special events there has never been a better time to visit.
The New Hawkhouse The park, which recently won a prestigious Gold award at the South West Tourism Excellence Awards, has something to offer all ages. It offers safe, adventurous play for children and is perfect for a family day out with its year-round events programme but with 1000 acres of forest to explore there’s always something new to discover for adults as well.
saddle bag, which includes a Highway Rat mask and activities to enjoy along the route. Standing proud on the play trail, the stunning new Hawkhouse is huge, reaching over five metres into the sky, with wings extending to over 18 metres wide. Created by Hampshire artist Andy Frost and his team, Hawkhouse was inspired by the Harris hawks flown at Moors Valley. The play sculpture really captures the imagination making a dramatic addition to the two-mile play trail. Also new to the park are some new friends to join the giant sculptures of The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child in the deep dark wood. Loved by children across the world, sculptures of mouse, fox, owl, snake and squirrel have been crafted to match Alex Scheffler’s wonderful drawings, completing Julia Donaldson’s magical story of The Gruffalo and providing wonderful opportunities for imaginative outdoor play.
The 30th anniversary celebrations have started in style with the opening of two new attractions. The Highway Rat Activity Trail is inspired by author and illustrator duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s children’s story which was premiered on the BBC last Christmas. Brought to life in the Moors Valley forest setting thanks to a partnership between the Forestry Commission and Magic Light Pictures, visitors to the woodland trail follow in the footsteps of the mischievous rodent intent on swiping the sweet treats of every forest creature he meets. The family fun can be extended by buying a £3 highway
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The Gruffalo More events at Moors Valley will be announced later in the year adding to the park’s full range of fun seasonal family events, exhibition programme and adult activities. Full details and booking instructions can be found at: www.moors-valley.co.uk
Local Archery Club - 2018 Courses Available
racken Company of Archers is the local Archery Club for Verwood, Ringwood and surrounding areas. Formed originally in 1968 the club welcomes anyone from age 10 upwards to learn archery by taking one of the beginners courses which run through the spring and summer. More information at: www.dorsetarchery.co.uk
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On Your Bike by Kate Duggan
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earning to ride a bike opens up a whole new world of fun and independence for children. Even babies and toddlers can join in the fun of a family bike ride, with a little help… BABIES can start joining you on bike rides from around nine months old, as long as they can hold their head up unsupported. You’ll need to choose between a trailer and a front or rear bike seat.
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CHILD BIKE SEATS start from around £30. The more expensive ones usually have extra features, such as a fivepoint safety harness, rather than a three-point one. Some have backs that can be tilted for on-the-go naps. FRONT-MOUNTED SEATS sit in front of you and attach to the frame. They sometimes have a shorter back than rear mounted seats, and usually have a lower maximum weight allowance, so they won’t last you quite as long. On the plus side, you’ll be able to see your child, which makes sharing a ride more fun. Some REAR SEATS fit to a pannier rack, while others fit to the frame. You might find
balancing is a little bit easier with a rear seat compared to a front one, and it should last you until your child is around four years old. Whichever type of seat you go for, you’ll need to check that it’s suitable for your bike and the weight of your child. Look for a seat with plenty of padding, a good safety harness and adjustable foot supports. BIKE TRAILERS are more expensive than seats, but you can pull older children, and often two at a time (plus picnics or shopping). Trailers usually have a cover, so your child will stay dry if you get caught in the rain, even if you get soaked. You might struggle with a trailer on steep hills though, and you’ll need a garage or shed to store it when it’s not in use. It’s a good idea to visit your local bike shop to speak to a specialist adviser before you make any decisions. They’ll be able to recommend a trailer or bike seat that’s right for you, your bike and your child. CyCLINg wITH yOUNg CHILDREN Once your child is old enough to ride a 16” bike, you might
want to progress from a seat or trailer to a Trail Gator or other tow bar. These attach your bike to your child’s, so you can pull your child behind you. They’re handy for when you fancy a longer ride than your child could otherwise manage. Some tow bars can be unclipped and folded down, if your child wants to ride on their own for a while. Your child’s bike might feel a bit wobbly when it’s being pulled, so tow bars aren’t suitable for children under around four. wHERE TO gO Lots of roads have designated cycle lanes now, and there are plenty of traffic-free routes to explore too. The National Cycle Network offers 14,000 miles of bike-friendly roads and paths. Visit www.sustrans. org.uk for free printable cycle route maps. Fancy joining other families for a bike ride? www.cyclinguk. org lists hundreds of UK cycling events, including ones that are suitable for families. It’s also worth asking what your local bike club has to offer, as lots of cycling clubs organise volunteer-led rides for beginners and families.
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T he Blashford Bulletin Things to look out for in the coming months at the Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve, Ibsley. Swallow
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pring has definitely arrived now with the dawn chorus of birdsong and the buzzing of insect wings filling the air. Listen out as birds like chiffchaff and goldcrest use their song to stake their claim to their feeding territories. The birds on the reserve are busily mating, building nests and rearing their young. Last year visitors were treated to a mother lapwing and her chicks patrolling up and down in front of Tern hide. The swallows, swifts and martins have returned from their winter holiday in far off South Africa and are treating visitors to impressive flying displays as they greedily gobble up the insects above the lakes. It is amazing to think that the swallows zig-zagging over Blashford Lakes have travelled over two thousand miles, covering two hundred miles a day and reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. No wonder they are so hungry! It is not just the birds celebrating spring on the reserve, take a walk along Dockens
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Natural Wellbeing Water to see a splash of spring colour as the bluebells are in full bloom along its banks. Complete your visit by having a quiet sit down behind the education centre watching newly emerged dragonflies and damselflies as they zoom around in the spring sunshine. The warmer weather is bringing out an abundance of insect life with an ever growing list of colourful butterflies and shiny beetles. All you need then is to hear the easily recognisable call of the cuckoo echoing round and you will know that spring, with all its promise, colour and life is definitely here. All this makes Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve a wonderful place to enjoy all that spring has to offer and to nourish the senses. We know that a strong connection with nature has countless benefits for people’s health and wellbeing, which is why we began Natural Wellbeing sessions here on the reserve last year. The sessions run every Friday from 11am until 2.30pm and use the natural environment
to promote adult health and wellbeing, so are particularly beneficial for people who are suffering with mental health conditions. Participants are able to get involved with cooking lunch outside, wildlife watching, craft activities or they can just enjoy the peace and tranquility of the woodland with the company of others. If you would like to join us or know someone who may be interested, please get in touch on 01425 472760 or BlashfordLakes@hiwwt.org.uk. The Blashford Lakes Project is a partnership between Sembcorp Bournemouth Water, New Forest District Council and Wessex Water. The reserve is managed by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, a charity that aims to protect local wildlife and inspire people. For information on upcoming events visit our website: www.hiwwt.org.uk or phone: 01425 472760. For up-to-date wildlife information visit our blog: blashfordlakes.wordpress.com.
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an interior with sympathetic Tango detailing, excellent seats front and rear, technology oozing out of every cranny and dial - all really in your face -and surprise, lots of space including the boot and all within a relatively short car. This amalgam will please the kids, the 20-somethings who still have a lot of growing up to do, yet being a total anathema to Mrs Bucket. So, a kooky-looking on-trend car which you can even customise to the last detail - a different coloured roof, roof rails, body sides, interior.... bored yet? The piece-de-resistance for me was the optional £950 glass sunroof which also tilts and slides open to the elements, thus speeding the onset of hypothermia. Yes, it is that good. This fashion statement also has wheels and I used them. Despite the small engine, big wheels and a large frontal area to push through the air it nips along quite nicely, goes round corners very well and true to the French tradition has a nice smooth ride which was the biggest surprise of all. Equipped with all-weather tyres but not ‘Grip Control’,
road-holding and handling in our winter was pretty good and ultimately it was always the driver who chickened out. I was very disappointed to find that despite the off-road pretentions this car gave, it did not include this superbly clever ‘Grip Control’ which is an option available only at an extra cost of £400. I would certainly tick this option box it’s that good to enable a mere 2-wheel-driver to have about 90% of the get-out-of-slimeability of the average 4-wheel driver. This option gives great confidence and is more than adequate for your weekend overflow car parking lake but perhaps not Glastonbury? And our diesel consumption on test was a shade under 60mpg - incredibly miserly! This car is relatively inexpensive, ranging from £14k to £19k before adding options. As small quasi-SUV’s have become very ‘hot’ on the used car market, depreciation has to be set fair. This slashes away at cost of ownership as I don’t predict the SUV fashion going away any time soon. Unless finger-fidgets get a revival. I really enjoyed my time with this car but I don’t see such a flashy statement as regular transport. I’d rather slither along in something low and fast but inconspicuously anonymous. What a Luddite.
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ave you noticed the fashion for pumpedup, chunky and possibly intimidating cars looking rather like pukka SUV’s (sports utility vehicles) - or in normal slang, Land Rovers? These are popping up everywhere and come in all sizes. Due mainly to their vertically accentuated stance, they offer both a relatively large passenger space and a commanding view over ‘normal’ saloon cars - but it is increasingly likely the several SUV’s in front of you are even taller than you! The chunky design suggests they have allwheel-drive, but this is seldom the case. Such is fashion. Todays’ fashion accessory is the new Citroen C3 Aircross, in my case with the sporty and ultra-clean 1.5 litre diesel engine and in the top ‘Flair’ specification. My car was finished mainly in Tango orange giving a very aggressive looking Tango bonnet with contrast detailing. And
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Give Your Lawn an Overhaul by Pippa Greenwood
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t has rained so much in recent months that my lawn has taken a battering, though the flower and vegetable beds are starting to pick up. Over-wet conditions can cause roots to die off and will reduce the oxygen in the soil. Worse still, any areas of the lawn you’ve walked on or moved a wheelbarrow over will have become compacted or squashed. Thus, the air spaces in the soil are dramatically reduced, and the heavier your soil is, the worse the problem is likely to be. So for green grass that’s ready for summer, it’s time to get to work. Check over your lawn mower and see to anything that needs sorting. If necessary, take it to a reputable outlet for a service as soon as possible. If your grass needs cutting, make sure you don’t set the blades too low for the first few cuts, as this weakens growth and makes weed invasion more likely. After mowing, you can relieve some of the soil compaction
to allow air down to the roots, making for better growth and healthier grass. If only small areas are compacted, drive a garden fork into the lawn every 4-6 inches or so, getting the fork tines to a depth of 4-6 inches, then gently ease the handle of the fork back and forth to enlarge each drainage hole. Next, mix some sieved garden soil or loam with horticultural sand (about one part soil/loam to nine parts sand) and brush across the lawn and into the holes you’ve made. The result is a drainage system over those compacted areas. If the soil in the garden is quite heavy or contains a lot of clay, the whole lawn will benefit from aerating. I recommend you buy, borrow or hire a ‘hollow-time aerator’, either as a hand operated one, a machine or a mower attachment. This cuts cylinders of soil from your lawn and when filled with the ‘top-dressing’ mix above will result in longer-lasting drainage channels. Any moss should be removed,
so apply moss killer and then rake it all out after the time specified on the pack. The lawn will look worse initially, but it allows more air to the roots of the grass plants and gives them more space to grow and spread too. Lawns that have suffered from waterlogging benefit from a suitable feeding regime. Whether you choose a granular or liquid feed, make sure that it is a spring lawn food formulated to give the balance of nutrients lawns need now. Granular feeds must be watered in unless it rains shortly after application. Walking on a very wet lawn soon wears it out and kills off grasses. To repair bald or thin patches, roughen up the areas using a rake and then sprinkle a suitable seed mix on to match the existing grasses. If you’ve not got many patches to sow, you can buy small patch repair packs. Once all the work is done, keep off your lawn for a few weeks to allow it to take advantage of all that TLC and grow away really well.
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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
THE DORSET WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION
RINGWOOD NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY
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 07759663151 or just come along
Indoor meetings throughout the Winter months, 2nd & 4th Thursdays at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Visitors & new members welcome.Contact Tony 01202 827294
TILAD “There is a life after a death”
This friendship/bereavement group meets every Wednesday 2.30-4.30pm in the Community Rooms at Lake Road Surgery. Contact founder: Soozi Cooper 01725 517272
For over 50’s singles seeking to expand their social horizons. Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6.30pm at St Leonards Hotel, 185 Ringwood Road, St Leonards, Nr Ringwood, BH24 2NP. Enjoy a variety of social activities & eating venues. Contact Maureen 01202 824383
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VERWOOD BOWLING CLUB
(Moorlands Road) First class facilities aimed to encourage the sport of bowling at all levels. Anyone interested in finding out more please contact Geoff Finn on 01202 824945, or just come along.
Traditional and contemporary folk dances from around the world. No partners needed. Meeting on 1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays of each month from 7:30 – 9:45 in Edmondsham Village Hall. Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick on 01725 517807.
VERWOOD ROTARY CLUB
VERWOOD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
The friendly ‘friendlies’ club. Experienced and novice players most welcome. You’ll always get a game. Contact Steve Clapton for more details 01202 826685 Meets in the United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Road, on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm except August when we have our summer break. Contact our President 01202 825165 We meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. in the URC Hall Manor Road. Contact. Liz Green 01202 824980 or Janet Stride on 01725 517434 (Verwood Youth Centre in School Complex, Howe Lane) Short Mat bowls is a scaled down version of indoor bowling seen on television. Thursday 1.30pm – 3pm Friday 7pm – 9.30pm. Contact Margaret Hesketh 01202 824856 all ages welcome
Meet on first & third Tuesday of each month at Crane Valley Golf Club. We welcome new members. If interested please contact our secretary: David Allen on 01202 823541
VERWOOD BRIDGE CLUB.
Meet on Wednesdays at 6.45pm inThe United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Rd. For more details please contact Geoff Dyer 01202 949422
VERWOOD FRIENDSHIP CLUB
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP DINING CLUB
Meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month from September to March, 7.30 to 10pm at the Heritage Centre, The Potters Wheel, Manor Way, Verwood, BH31 6HF Contact:- Clive Grove 01202 826449 Meets every other Thursday 7- 9pm at the Methodist Church Hall, £2 per evening includes refreshments. Contact Wendy Robinson 01202 825805.
Meets in Cranborne Village Hall on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm. Visitors & new members welcome Contact Chris Bright 01725 517584 or e-mail clhs@mypostoffice.co.uk Come and enjoy a social afternoon - you do not have to be a churchgoer. We meet alternate Tuesdays at 2.30pm for talks etc Contacts Valerie Smith 01202 823993 or Anne Hughes 01202 823327
EDMONDSHAM CIRCLE DANCERS
Meet in Verwood Memorial Hall at 7.30pm on 1st Thursday of each month. Contact: Leigh Craig 01202 821666
THREE LEGGED CROSS LINE DANCING
Meet at the Village Hall. Mondays 8—10.30pm.. All levels, ages & sexes welcome. Contact Geoff Green 01202 825386
VERWOOD STROKE CLUB
meets on the first Thursday of the month from 2.00 – 4.00pm at Meadow Court, Newtown Lane, Verwood. All our members, whilst elderly are full of fun and friendship. Contact: Neil Best 01202 814059
Are you a stroke survivor or a carer, then join our group at the Evangelical Church, Three Legged Cross from 10am to 12 noon every last Wednesday of the month. Contact Philip Gould 01202 813277 or Ron Collins 01202 822013
VERWOOD PANTOMIME SOCIETY
EAST DORSET NATIONAL TRUST ASSOC’N
The Society hold rehearsals in September for a show at the Hub, Verwood in January. Members also meet throughout the year for various social events. Contact: Sue Gardiner 01202 825731 or www.verwoodpantomimesociety.co.uk
VERWOOD METHODIST LUNCH CLUB
Talks, functions, outings and special events held throughout the year in Verwood, West Moors and Ferndown. Contact Membership Secretary: Janet Matthews 01202 855001
VERWOOD AFTERNOON TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD
Meets at the Memorial Hall, Verwood, on the first Thursday of the month 4th Saturday in the month at 12.30pm at the Methodist Church, Vicarage at 2pm Visitors and New Members welcome. Various indoor activities, Road, Verwood. Enjoy a really warm welcome and a tasty 2 course meal outings and visits to the theatre. Contact Jean Honey 01202 827339. inc coffee or tea £4.50. Ring for a lift. To Book call: Jean 01202 825533 or Lin 07906 303212 VERWOOD LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB Meets at CRANE VALLEY GOLF CLUB on 2nd Monday each month at THREE LEGGED CROSS SHORT MAT BOWLS 12 noon for lunch and speaker. Membership enquiries 01202 826913. Meet at Three Legged Cross Village Hall Friday afternoons 2pm-5pm Friday evenings 7pm-9.30pm Contact: Peter Turnham 01202 823440 VERWOOD FRIENDS OF THE BOURNEMOUTH
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.
MUSIC FOR THE MIND
At the United Reformed Church, Verwood. 4th Monday of the Month at 10.30am excluding August. Singing meeting for people with memory problems. Aim is to give carer & cared for quality time together. FREE. For more information call Gwen Turner on 01202 827800 .
VERWOOD CHORAL SOCIETY
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Monthly visits by coach (Wednesdays) to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra concerts at Lighthouse Poole from October to May. Call 01202 814743
VERWOOD UNIVERSITY OF THE 3RD AGE
Welcomes retired and semi retired people to take part in our groups and classes of social and educational interest. Contact: David Allen on 01202 823541
VERWOOD TOWN NETBALL CLUB
Open to all ladies, no matter what your netballing ability is. Come and join a lovely group of ladies who are keeping fit whilst socialising. Training at Emmanuel Middle school 7.30 til 9pm. 07912 444099
We rehearse Monday evenings at 7.30pm in the St Michael’s Church. Contact Sue Longstaff 07808 958772 or sumlon@hotmail.co.uk FREE OF CHARGE BUT PLEASE NOTE: For inclusion on the Club Pages, copy must be submitted as an email and/or as an attached MS Word doc to info@roundaboutmags.co.uk. Due to the popularity of these pages publication is currently on a rotational basis. There is now a nominal charge of £36 inc vat per year IF you want to ensure your advert appears in EVERY edition of this magazine. V-0418
LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES VERWOOD FLOWER CLUB
THE BRACKEN CO. OF ARCHERS.
RINGWOOD ANTIQUES CLUB
BETHEL CHAPEL
Meets at the Memorial Hall, Verwood on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm. New members & visitors always welcome. You don’t have to be a flower arranger to join-just a love of flowers is enough. Contact Jean Andrews 01202 820413 Greyfriars Community Centre, 4th Wednesday of the month at 7.00pm for 7.30pm. New members & visitors welcome Membership and programme details 01425 471348
VERWOOD EVENING TG
We meet at The Methodist Church Hall, Vicarage Rd, Verwood at 7.30pm on the second Thursday of the month. For information please contact: Carol Weaver 01202 822201
ADVENTURE IN THE WOODS
Forest School club for children 4-8 years of age at Edmondsham Forest School, between Verwood and Cranborne. Woodland walks, camp fires, nature crafts etc. Contact Kirsteen McCormick on 01725 517807
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Based in the grounds of Cranborne Middle School in E Dorset. We shoot on Sunday mornings, Tuesday & Thursday evenings in the summer months also shoot indoors in the winter. For info. www.dorsetarchery.co.uk 40, Ringwood Road, Verwood. 10.30 am Coffee + guest speaker and singing.1st Wednesday in the month except August. Contact Joyce 01202 825202
VERWOOD PROBUS CLUB
Meets at CRANE VALLEY GOLF CLUB on 3rd Tuesday each month 12 noon – 3.20pm for lunch and speaker. Also coffee morning on 1st Tuesday each month at 10.30am – 11.30am. Membership enquiries: Secretary Mike Reed: 01202 829155
VERWOOD TRAD JAZZ CLUB
UNITED REFORMED CHURCH,
St Leonards Hotel, 185 Ringwood Road, St Leonards, Nr Ringwood, BH24 2NP on 3rd Thursday of the month. Good Food & Bar. Music from 7.30-10 pm. (Doors open from 6.30pm). No membership required. Contact Geoff 07798 721405
HARDY PLANT SOCIETY (Dorset Group)
Meet at Greyfrairs Community Centre on the 1st Monday evening of the month for illustrated talks in ENGLISH on a variety of Italian topics. Contact : Hazel on 01425 476091
Manor Road, VERWOOD. COFFEE 4 ALL Saturdays 10 - 11.30 am. Fairtrade coffee and a friendly welcome.Homemade cakes and secondhand books weekly.Fairtrade stall monthly.Charity events as advertised Meets in Memorial Hall, Colehill, every month to hear first-class speakers. Non-members welcome Contact Barbara 01202 882590 for dates and details.
THE LOYAL ACORN BRANCH OF ODDFELLOWS
.Oddfellows is one of the oldest and friendliest societies in the world. For further details contact Flo Munro 01202 820965, Loyal Acorn Lodge. The Oddfellows - making friends, helping people.
**NEW ** KNITTING/CROCHET CLUB **NEW**
I would like to start a daytime knitting/crochet group in my area to include Verwood, Cranborne & Wimborne. Anyone interested, including beginners who would like to learn please contact Margaret Clyde 01258 840128 or margaret.clyde4@btinternet.com
ANGLO ITALIAN SOCIETY
CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION
Verwood & Three Legged Cross Branch holds regular social functions. Contact: David Townsend 01202 821954. e: davaltown@talktalk.net
VERWOOD & DISTRICT RAMBLING CLUB
Keep fit, have fun & meet new people. We have walks on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & alternate Fridays/Saturdays. For more details visit www.verwoodramblers.org.uk or call Martyn Kemp 01202 826403
VERWOOD MEMORIAL HALL
2 halls for hire Tel: 01202 828943 (answer phone) or www.verwoodmemorialhall.co.uk Bookings now being taken for 2019 V-0218
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Don’t Put The Blame On Me!
By Christina Smith
‘Don’t Put The Blame On Me!’ Is a very poignant song from the singer the Rag’n’ Bone Man, as we all have encountered being blamed and shamed within our relationships. For some people blaming and shaming others, especially our partners can become a habit. It has the power to destroy an intimate relationship. Blaming your partner or indeed yourself can become an addiction, something you unconsciously feel you have to do in order to make things feel right for you at that time. Unfortunately, like many addictions, it is something that slowly destroys your own self-esteem and the loving energy from your relationships. Sometimes we don’t even know we are blaming and shaming. We rush to ‘be right’ about a situation and feel that by berating our partner we are in effect balancing the scales of an imbalanced relationship where one partner is perceived to have more power than the other. By pointing out our partners mistakes we may believe we are going to be able to ‘fix’ or ‘change’ them. However, often the opposite is true, we actually create more distance in the relationship, more barriers and ultimately pain for ourselves. When you blame your partner you are not focusing on yourself and how you are really feeling. Blame and anger are intrinsically linked and often we don’t stop to understand what we are really angry about. By automatically blaming someone without taking responsibility for your part in the situation you create a very effective ‘cop-out’. You do not have to speak the real truth about how you are feeling. It is possible that behind your blaming and shaming behaviour are the feelings of rejection, fear of being taken for granted, not being loved enough or not ever being loved in the way you really deserve. If all your energy is spent on ‘being right’ and complaining about the other
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Verwood Choral Society celebrates 30 years
erwood Choral Society is celebrating their 30th anniversary this year. It is particularly remarkable because the founder of the society, Mrs Ann Mayo, is STILL the Musical Director. Ann conducts the choir at rehearsals every week with the same humour and enthusiasm with which she has guided it’s path for the past 30 years. The Choral Society hold two concerts every year, each and every one raising money for mainly local charities. During their 30 years, approximately £20,000 has been raised, of
which just over half has been in the last ten years. A truly remarkable sum of money. The 30th anniversary concert will be held on 9th June 2018 at the Verwood Methodist Church. Currently the music is being rehearsed and features some of the music which has been sung at previous concerts from the last 30 years. The choir currently has membership of around 40 and new members are always welcomed. For more info. contact Sue at: Sumlon@hotmail.co.uk or 01202 829212.
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Crane Valley Seniors end on a high!
eniors at Crane Valley ended the golf club’s 25th year on a high. Outgoing captain, Roger Bonfield, said: ‘The year saw the greatest ever support for a very full range of competitions and events staged against the backdrop of a still on-going and exciting programme of course improvements and refinements.’ On donning the incoming captain’s blazer
for the year ahead, Eddie Gray, promised no let-up in the continuing development of the seniors’ section. He also announced that as a fellow club member had recently been diagnosed with the disease, it seemed fitting that the charity for his year would be the Motor Neurone Society, with an emphasis on support for sufferers in and around East Dorset.
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OFFER VALID UNTIL MAY 31ST
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Date
APRIL - MAY 2018
Every Thu
9.30-11am
Fri 20 Apr Fri 4, 11, 18, 11am - 2.30pm 25 May Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 Jun
Event
WHAT’S ON
Kingston Lacy Health Cycle Rides: Every Thursday, In partnership with Moors Valley Country Park, come and join our fun, friendly and active free cycle rides from 9.30am (please arrive 15 minutes early). Natural Wellbeing Weekly sessions seeking to use the natural environment to promote adult health and wellbeing. Participants can be involved in cooking and sharing an outdoor lunch, bird watching & outdoor craft activities. Booking essential, suggested donation £4. Verwood Concert Brass Spring Concert. Book tickets in good time for the ever popular concert featuring the Verwood Concert Brass Band, Verwood Town Band and Verwood Training Band who will entertain you with a fantastic variety of music from around the Globe..
Sat 21 Apr
7.30pm - 10pm
Sat 21 Apr
Fairytales for Grown-ups. THE RAMAYANA. Performance storytelling by Emily Hennessey, Music by Sheema 7.30pm. Doors open Mukherjee. Deep in the forest Rama & Sita live in exile, 7pm eyes watch their every move, and the universe shimmers with illusion. Tickets: Wrap up warm, bring a cushion and a torch, & wear sensible shoes!
Tue 24 Apr
2pm
Wed 25 Apr 7.30pm
Sun 29 Apr 10am - 2.30pm Sun 27 May
Tue 1 May
7.30.pm
Wed 9 May
7.30pm
Sat 12 May
2pm - 4pm
12 - 20 May Various
Sat 19 May
7.30pm. Doors open 7pm
Music 7.30pm Thu 17 May 10pm. Doors open 6.30pm.
Thu 24 May 9am 26 May - 24 9am - 5pm Jun Museum opening hours: 10am – 5pm 26 May - 30 (Mon - Sat) 12 Noon Sep – 5pm Sun(from 27 May – 30 Sep) Sat 26 May
7.30pm
Place
*See P.27 for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres
Kingston Lacy: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy 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. Sorry no dogs. The Hub, Brock Way, Verwood, Dorset BH31 7QE. Tel 01202 828740. Tickets from The Hub box office. £10 adults. £6 under 19's The Earthouse. The Ancient Technology Centre, Damerham Road, Cranborne, Dorset, BH21 5RP. Booking via website www.ticketsource.co.uk, or 01202 888 992 (office hours) £11 adults. £6 children 12+ (booking fees apply). Advance booking highly recommended.
Guided Walk, Local landscapes - Knoll Gardens to Fern- Knoll Gardens, nr Wimborne, BH21 down Common with Dorset Wildlife Trust to discover 7ND. Call DWT on 01202 692033 to more about the relationship between horticulture and book local wildlife. £5, booking essential "Verwood in Tune" concert with Pete Shaw, Korg keyHub theatre, Brockway, Verwood BH31 board 7QE contact 01202 828740 Young Naturalists 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 17 year olds, our Young Naturalists 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 Flower Club invite you to come and enjoy a Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood floral demonstration by Carole Norman entitled "Picture Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA. For more This" Entry for visitors £3. info please contact 01202 820413 United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Verwood Arts and Craft Society Talk by Joyce Meader Road Verwood. Further information entitled "Knitting- 1950 to Present Day from Ann Aitken 01202 893659 Family Pond and River Dip Discover the weird and To book your place please contact Jim wonderful denizens of the deep on a family pond and or Tracy on 01425 472760 or Blashfordriver exploration. Catch the wonderful wildlife lurking in Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashthe weedy depths of the Blashford pond before pulling on ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham your wellies for a splash in the Dockens Water river in Drove, BH24 3PJ. Children must be acsearch of fish. We’ll supply the nets and expertise for companied by adults. Sorry no dogs. fantastic family freshwater fun - wellies and a change of Booking essential, suggested donation socks and shoes a must! £4 The Allendale Community Centre, WimWimborne Literary Festival borne BH21 1AS. Gullivers Bookshop email: info@gulliversbookshop.co.uk 01202 882677 Earthouse. The Ancient Technology Fairytales for Grown-ups. MASTERS OF HEX. Perform- The Damerham Road, Cranborne, ance storytelling with TUUP, Clare Murphy & Tim Ralphs. Centre, Dorset, BH21 5RP. Booking via website This is a night of devilry, divination, malediction, voodoo, www.ticketsource.co.uk, or 01202 888 hoodoo, hexing, jiggery-pockery and straight enchant992 (office hours). Tickets: £11 adults. ment…Wrap up warm, bring a cushion and a torch, & £6 children 12+ (booking fees apply). wear sensible shoes! Advance booking highly recommended. Verwood traditional Jazz Club welcomes "Tad Newton's VENUE: St. Leonards Hotel. 185 RingJazz Friends" on a return visit to the club. The Jazz wood Road. St. Leonards. BH24 2PE. Friends specialise in lively swinging jazz and within this Near Ringwood (on A31). framework resides the sounds of Benny Goodman, Duke Hotel restaurant bookings 01425 Ellington and Count Basie. Meals can be taken in the 471220. Jazz details, contact Janet restaurant or in the venue. 01202 873725 or Geoff 07798 721405. Watercress Line and Hinton Ampney. All U3A members Depart: Verwood Hub car park. Contact: and friends welcome. Cost: National Trust members (seniors) £24.50, under 60s £25.50; Non National Trust Jean Dyer on 01202 949422 members (seniors) £34, under 60s £35. An Exhibition by Linda Rowe creates a stunning range of Moors Valley Country Park and Forest. individually designed glass pictures, all handmade in Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr RingDorset. wood, Dorset, BH24 2ET. Henry Lamb: Out of the Shadows. A ravishing reapMain Exhibition Galleries. The Salisbury praisal of the work of artist Henry Lamb. Henry Lamb The Kings House, 65 The was one of the leading British figurative painters of the Museum, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EN. first part of the twentieth century. No booking required. Close, Normal admission charges apply £8 Adults, £4 Children www.salisburymuseum.org.uk Verwood Horticultural Society are holding their annual Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood plant sale and coffee morning with lots of bargains to be Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA. had. www.verwoodhs.co.uk. 01202 822289
Please note: Events & times might change - Confirm details before travelling For a more comprehensive list or to submit details of your events go to www.roundaboutmags.co.uk
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The Barrington Theatre
What’s on
Tickets available online, over the phone or through our box office! www.barringtoncentre.co.uk
29th April - Old Pull & Push Barn Dance The band that gives new meaning to the word “entertainment” while preserving intact the old meaning of the word “rubbish”.
5th May - Jive ‘n’ Kickin
Jive ‘n’ kickin’ nights are a real mix of all types of music you can modern jive to, including latin, swing, rock and roll and of course modern chart hits.
13th April - New Jersey Boys
By popular demand, the New Jersey Boys return with their highly acclaimed tribute show celebrating the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
21st April - Live: Ferndown Final
In the Grand Final a host of quality acts, and finalists battle it out for six prizes, including the coveted title of Winners of Live Ferndown following Harmony Twist, Emma Jane Toop, Amie Knight and Draconem to date.
The Barrington Centre
11th May - Carol King and James Taylor Story
This show of two halves takes you on an incredible journey through the careers of Carole King and James Taylor, who collectively own more than 10 Grammys.
Don’t forget, we do Tours too!
Barrington
Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, BH22 9TH 01202 894858 Box office hours: 9am till 5pm - Monday to Saturday
Tours
LOCAL CENTRES for THEATRE, CINEMA, CONCERTS and the ARTS VERWOOD 01202 828740 www.thehubverwood.co.uk
THE HUB BARRINGTON THEATRE TIVOLI THEATRE LAYARD THEATRE LIGHTHOUSE REGENT CENTRE ODEON UCI
Pennys Walk, FERNDOWN 01202 894858 www.barringtoncentre.co.uk 19 – 27 West Borough, WIMBORNE 01202 885566 www.tivoliwimborne.co.uk Canford School, Canford Magna WIMBORNE 01202 847525 www.canford.com Kingland Road, POOLE 08700 668701 www.lighthousepoole.co.uk High Street, CHRISTCHURCH 01202 499199 www.regentcentre.co.uk Salisbury 0871 2244007 www.odeon.co.uk BOURNEMOUTH 0871 2244007 TOWER PARK, POOLE 0870 0102030
THE MAYFLOWER BIC PAVILION SALISBURY PLAYHOUSE VERWOOD HEATHLAND HERITAGE CENTRE WALFORD MILL CRAFT CENTRE
Commercial Road, SOUTHAMPTON 023 8071 1811 www.the-mayflower.com Westover Road, BOURNEMOUTH West Promenade, www.bic.co.uk Malthouse Lane, SALISBURY 01722 320333, www.salisburyplayhouse.com Ringwood Road, VERWOOD www.heritage.verwood.org Stone Lane, WIMBORNE 01202 841400, www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
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WHAT’S ON – CONT’D
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Event
MAY - JUNE 2018 …. Continued Mon 28 May 12noon
Place
* See P.27
Verwood Carnival and Procession. Gates open and procession leaves the Carnival Field at 12 noon. Arena events, stalls, fairground and more. "Verwood in Tune" concert with Andrew Nix & Tony Stace, Roland Atelier & Yamaha keyboards
for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres
At the Fuzzy Bit Off Crane Drive, Verwood. www.verwoodcarnival.com
Hub theatre Brockway, Verwood BH31 7QE contact 01202 828740 On-line booking: www.shop.hiwwt.org.uk Wed 30 May Survival Challenge A 'Wild Day Out!' . Work as a team Further information from Jim Day or (7-12 YRS) to complete the shelter, water, fire and food tasks and Tracy Standish at Blashford10am - 3pm Fri 1 Jun prove your ability to survive in the Blashford Lakes wil- Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk Meet at the Blash(5-8 YRS) derness! Booking essential, £18 per child. ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. Wildlife Tots: River Dipping Outdoor play, exploration To book your place please contact Tracy and discovery for pre-school aged children and their on 01425 472760 or Blashford10.30am-12noon OR parents or carers. Suggested donation £4 per child. Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the BlashMon 4 Jun 1-2.30pm Booking essential. Children must be accompanied by ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham adults. Sorry no dogs Drove, BH24 3PJ. . Verwood Flower Club invite you to come and enjoy a Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood 7.30.pm floral demonstration by Denise Bright entitled "These are Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA. For more Tue 5 Jun a few of my favourite things" Entry for visitors £3. info please contact 01202 820413. Memorial Hall, Ringwood Verwood Horticultural Society invite everyone to a talk by Verwood Verwood, BH31 7AA. 7.30pm guest speaker Chris Evans on Fresh Ideas for summer Road, Thu 7 Jun www.verwoodhs.co.uk. 01202 822289. bedding, hanging baskets and containers. Entry £3 non members. £1 members. Art in the Garden. In celebration of Dorset Arts Week Gardens, nr Wimborne, BH21 10am - 3pm individual artists are welcome to work in the garden free Knoll Fri 8 Jun 7ND. No need to book of charge and be inspired by its naturalistic style. Wed 30 May 7.30pm
Wimborne Minster Folk Festival, Wimborne Minster Folk Festival promises three days of 'folk, family and fun', with Wimborne town. the much-loved mix of dance displays, family activities, www.wimbornefolk.co.uk workshops and stalls. Stockman's Lounge - Auction CenSalisbury Jazz Club presents "Jools & The Jazzoholics". The Doors open 7pm Netherhampton Rd (A3094) – SalisCar Park – Bar – Tea/Coffee – Dancing – Raffle. tre, Fri 8 Jun Music 8pm - 11pm Large bury. SP2 8RH. Wendy 01672 564241 Last orders for HOT FOOD 8pm. £10 on door email lawrence.jazz4us@gmail.com Hillside Community First School. Hillside 1pm - 4pm Hillside School Summer Fayre Sat 9 Jun Road, Verwood, Dorset BH31 7HE A BIG (wet!) Wild Weekend wildlife discovery event! To book your place please contact Jim Join us IN the Dockens Water river and find out what is or Tracy on 01425 472760 or Blashfordhiding beneath the surface and amongst the stones, from Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashbullheads and minnows to freshwater shrimp and caddis ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Sat 16 Jun 2.30pm - 4pm fly larvae. A sense of fun and adventure, wellies and a Drove, BH24 3PJ. Children must be acchange of socks and shoes are a must, a change of companied by adults. Sorry no dogs. clothes advised! suggested donation £4 per person Booking essential. Verwood Horticultural Society Summer show. All welVerwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood come to enter. Free to enter. Entry to see the show Verwood, BH31 7AA. Sat 16 Jun 2.30pm-4pm £0.50. Society handbook containing the classes to enter Road, www.verwoodhs.co.uk. 01202 822289 available from www.verwoodhs.co.uk Fairytales for Grown-ups. TATTERHOOD & TRICKThe Earthouse. The Ancient Technology STERLAND. Performance storytelling with TUUP. A dou- Centre, Damerham Road, Cranborne, ble bill of performance storytelling by Martin Shaw & Nell BH21 5RP. Booking via website 7.30pm. Doors open Phoenix. There is a place where that which is broken can Dorset, www.ticketsource.co.uk, or 01202 888 Sat 16 Jun 7pm be mended; thoughts can be heard; old bones speak; 992 (office hours). Tickets: £11 adults. and everyone wants revenge. Wrap up warm, bring a £6 children 12+ (booking fees apply). cushion and a torch, & wear sensible shoes! Advance booking highly recommended. Music afternoon with The FB Pocket Orchestra: This Father's Day enjoy an afternoon on the south lawns whilst Kingston Lacy: - 2.45pm & Sun 17 Jun 2pm soaking up the tunes performed by The FB Pocket Or- www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy 3.15pm - 4pm chestra. Sit back, relax, bring a picnic or enjoy a glass of Pimms. Free Picnic in the Park Brass Band Concert - Bring your deckchairs and refreshments for a relaxing Sunday after- Verwood Recreation Ground next to the noon listening to the Verwood Concert Brass Training Sun 17 Jun 3pm - 5pm Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Band perform an open air concert. NOTE: In the event of Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA. poor weather the event will be cancelled. Please check www.verwoodconcertbrass.co.uk before setting out. VENUE: St. Leonards Hotel. 185 RingVerwood Traditional Jazz Club are very pleased to wel- wood Road. St. Leonards. BH24 2PE. Music 7.30pm come Richard Leach's 7 Stars of Jazz on their first visit Near Ringwood (on A31). Thu 21 Jun 10pm. to our new venue. A very entertaining band based on restaurant bookings 01425 Doors open 6.30pm. the styles of the Alex Welsh bands. Meals can be taken Hotel 471220. Jazz details, contact Janet in the restaurant or in the venue. 01202 873725 or Geoff 07798 721405. Dorset Wildlife Trust Members Day. Free garden admission to DWT members and volunteers or anyone joining Knoll Gardens, nr Wimborne, BH21 7ND Fri 22 Jun 10am - 4pm DWT on the day. Please show proof of membership on arrival Summer holiday fun: This summer discover how the women of the house enjoyed the summer holidays with Kingston Lacy: 26 Jun - Sun 10am - 6pm their children and families. This is part of Kingston Lacy's www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy 2 Sep 'Beyond the Portrait' portraying four key women in the history of the estate. 8 - 10 Jun
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SAND BACK OLD BOARDS The simplest and cheapest option is often simply to sand back the existing boards. Not every floor is worth sanding – if there are too many nails to be removed, or the floor has woodworm, is uneven, or is of poor quality, replacing it may be better. Before sanding, mend or replace any damaged boards, preferably with matching second hand boards (new boards should be stained later to match), and hammer down protruding nail heads. USING RECLAIMED BOARDS The aged patina of reclaimed boards is beautiful, but they are not much cheaper than new boards, while common problems include woodworm, ingrained dirt and stains, damage, variations in thickness or colour, and the presence of old nails. Ask where the wood came from and how it has been stored – timber that has stood outside may be useless or would need to dry out considerably before reuse. Pine is cheaper than oak, and narrower boards are cheaper than wider ones. FITTING A NEW TIMBER FLOOR New timber floors can be fitted anywhere in the house,
on solid or suspended floors, though they’re not advised for bathrooms or other wet areas as wood expands and contracts with humidity. You can fit a timber floor with underfloor heating, though timber does not give quite as high a heat output as concrete. When retro-fitting, it may be possible to lay new boards over old ones – but only if they are even, and usually covered with 18-20mm
of ply as a base. Remember that your floor level will be raised and ensure you avoid any pipes and wires that run beneath the existing floor when fitting. TYPES OF TIMBER The main choice you’ll be faced with is between solid wood, engineered wood and laminate.
Wooden Flooring By Katherine Sorrell Solid wood is entirely natural and can be sanded again and again. It’s available as boards, strips, blocks and parquet. Engineered wood (sometimes called multi-layer or laminated) is made from layers of solid timber or a veneer of solid timber on top of MDF, plywood, chipboard or softwood, with a balancing veneer beneath. A top layer of at least 5mm allows for limited sanding if necessary. Laminates generally comprise a resin-impregnated decorative paper surface layer (with photographs of real wood) bonded to a thin MDF or chipboard core. Cheap versions are not awfully durable, but more expensive versions are tough and have long guarantees. Timber floors are given ‘grades’ describing their appearance. They vary but are often called ‘select’, ‘natural’ and ‘rustic’ or ‘country’. ‘Rustic’ grades are the cheapest and ‘select’ the most expensive. Main Image: Lulworth Blue floor paint, £67 per 2.5l, Farrow & Ball: 01202 876 141; farrow-ball.com.
FINISHES FOR FLOORBOARDS PAINT: a great cover-up, available in a range of colours. STAINS: may be oil or water-based. May still need a finish for protection. WAX: gives a lovely sheen and smell, but requires regular re-waxing. OIL: gives a natural finish and protect the woods, but again needs re-applying regularly. • UV-CURED OIL AND WAX: almost like lacquer, but with the look of oil or wax. • LACQUER AND VARNISH: available in hard-wearing matt, satin and gloss finishes, but don’t give such a natural finish. • • • •
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Roundabout Coffee Time Sudoku
Wordwheel
Number Sudoku (hard): Each row, column and 3x3 box must contain the numbers 1 through 9 exactly once. This can be done by applying logic, you do not have to guess.
Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten minutes to find as many words as possible, none of which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. Each word must be of three letters or more, all must contain the central letter and letters can only be used once in every word. There is at least one word that uses all of the letters in the wheel.
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Be Happy With a Book Whether you love curling up with a psychological thriller or prefer biographies, enjoy flicking through a cookbook or need business advice, we’ve got just the book to keep you and your e-reader happy.
Book Reviews
How Not To Be a Boy – Robert Webb Actor and comedian Robert Webb has turned his hand to writing, with great success. How Not To Be a Boy is part biography, part reflection on the expectations that are put on boys and men to act a certain way. Webb reveals his grief at losing his mother and his difficult relationship with his father, and ruminates on how trying to ‘act like a man’ has had a negative effect on his life. Through it all, Webb writes with his trademark humour, taking the reader from laughing out loud to blinking back tears in moments. The History of Bees – Maja Lunde The History of Bees tells the stories of three people, all connected by bees. In 1851, William is attempting to build a revolutionary beehive to bring honour and fame to his family. In 2007, George is struggling to keep the family bee farm going. Almost 100 years later, Tao is enjoying a rare day off from her job handpollinating fruit trees, when her son is taken seriously ill. The History of Bees was a surprise international bestseller last year and is ideal for fans of dystopian fiction.
Anything You Do Say – Gillian McAllister A split second decision has lasting implications for the protagonist in this tense psychological thriller. Late at night, believing that she’s being followed, Joanna lashes out, pushing her pursuer down a set of concrete steps. Does she call an ambulance, or walk away? Both scenarios are then explored. Ingenious, original and fast-paced, this is perfect for fans of Gone Girl and Girl on a Train. The Paying Guests – Sarah Waters It’s 1922, but the roaring twenties have yet to reach the quiet corner of London where Frances and her mother live. Frances has resigned herself to a life spent looking after the family home, but the arrival of lodgers Lilian and Leonard Barber reawakens her life, energy and passions. Paying Guests was published in 2014 and was named ‘Fiction Book of the Year’ by The Sunday Times, for good reason. A modern classic, it’s beautifully written, with believably flawed characters, plot twists and a building tension that’ll keep you reading ‘just one more chapter’ until late into the night.
Ultimate Fit Food – Gordon Ramsay Planning to get a bit fitter before the summer? Gordon Ramsey’s latest book might help. It’s split into three sections, each of which offers a range of dishes to promote general wellbeing, achieve weight loss or provide fuel for workouts. There are recipes for everything from healthy snacks and breakfasts to impressive main courses, and plenty of treats are included too. The emphasis is on dishes so delicious you’ll almost forget they’re good for you. Start Me Up – Various If you’re thinking of setting up your own business, take advice and inspiration from people who’ve done just that. Enterprise Nation is a website for small businesses and has recently released a free ebook. Start Me Up features stories from 100 entrepreneurs, including the owner of Cool Cold Brew, which will soon be available in Sainsbury’s, and the founder of the fastest growing baby food brand in the UK. You can download Start Me Up from the blog at www. enterprisenation.com.
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Roundabout Coffee Time Solutions AUTHOR ANAGRAMS - Page 12
MINI CRYPTIC CROSSWORD - Page 12
1. Worn band - Dan Brown 2. A nice, honest crook - Catherine Cookson 3. He’s slick dancer - Charles Dickens 4. Main ale - A.A. Milne 5. New maniac - Ian McEwan 6. It’s all American - Alistair McLean 7. My harsh toad - Thomas Hardy 8. Tiny blonde - Enid Blyton 9. He wins liver - Irvine Welsh 10. Dried-up human ear - Daphne du Maurier
SUDOKU - Page 34
PICTOGRAMS - Page 12 1. The joke is on you. 2. Man about town 3. The tip of the iceberg.
WORDWHEEL - Page 34 INSTRUCT
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Is It Worthwhile Taking Out Private Health Insurance?
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rivate health insurance generally covers the cost of private consultations, treatments, and immediate aftercare as an inpatient. Some policies also pay for outpatient care, such as physiotherapy. Employers sometimes offer this type of insurance as a benefit to their employees, but if you’re thinking of taking out your own policy, how do you know if it’s going to be worthwhile? Before we look at the benefits and potential drawbacks of private medical insurance, here’s a little more detail on the cover that could be included. What might a health insurance policy cover? The benefits provided by private health insurance vary according to the monthly premiums, with comprehensive policies offering the greatest level of cover. Here’s a general outline of the main benefits: • Private consultations • Anaesthesia • Inpatient stays for investigative tests, surgery, or immediate post-treatment care • Treatments and procedures as a day patient • Outpatient treatments and aftercare - physiotherapy or hydrotherapy, for example hoW does private health insurance Work? Private medical insurance is designed to work alongside NHS services, so your GP would need to refer you for a private consultation. Policies are renewed annually, with monetary excesses applying
By Ann Haldon in the same way as with other forms of insurance. The insurer sets a limit on the amount of cover available to you annually. They define the benefits, plus any exclusions that apply - a pre-existing illness, for example - in the policy document. Why might you decide to take out private health insurance? • You need fast access to a consultation, investigative procedure, or treatment • Treatment isn’t available on the NHS • You’re employed, but don’t receive private health insurance as a benefit • You’d like to see a particular consultant, or require a specialist referral • You want the comfort of staying in a private room • You don’t want to wait for physiotherapy after surgery What are the potential draWbacks of private medical insurance? • Policies are costly, with premiums increasing every year • Some health conditions are excluded, so a private healthcare policy may not cover all your medical needs • You have to pay an excess each year • You may have ethical concerns about private health care • The insurer sets limits on the amount of cover available for each condition, each type of treatment, and an overall amount in the policy year
hoW much Will private health insurance cost? Various factors are taken into account by insurers when setting the price of private healthcare premiums - these include (but are not limited to): • Age • Existing health • Medical history as an individual, and of your family • Lifestyle • Types of cover required It’s advisable to shop around before buying private health insurance - comparison websites are a good way to find out about the cost of various policies. alternatives to private health insurance There are alternative ways to fund private medical treatment without taking out an insurance policy. If you have residual income or existing savings, for example, you could set aside a sum to cover a proportion of future treatments. Paying only for the initial consultation is also an option if you require an urgent medical opinion. The consultant would then refer you back to the NHS for treatment, if necessary. Healthcare cash plans also exist that help you cover your medical costs. In this case you’re refunded the costs that you pay up front, up to preagreed limits. www.money.co.uk/healthinsurance/how-does-healthinsurance-work.htm www.moneyadviceservice.org. uk/en/articles/do-you-needprivate-medical-insurance#whatdoes-it-cover
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USEFUL LOCAL INFORMATION
Doctors’ Numbers
Fire Stations
The Cranborne Practice 01202 822825 (Verwood) Lake Road/Newtown Road
Cranborne Fire Station 01722 691000: Non emergencies
The Cranborne Practice (Cranborne)
01725 517272
Verwood Fire Station 01702 691000: Non emergencies
Three Legged Cross Surgery 67/71 Church Road, Three Legged Cross
01202 811860
The Verwood Surgery, 15 Station Road
01202 825353
Dr H J L Morris And Partners 01425 653430 The Surgery, 12 Park Lane, Alderholt Dorset Emergency Care
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Dentists’ Numbers
123 Dental 01202 827786 11, The Old Potteries, Manor Way, Verwood. Forest Lodge Dentist Surgery Vicarage Road, Verwood
01202 827272
Verwood Dental Care 35 Ringwood Road, Verwood
01202 824177
Lakes Dental Practice 01202 823345 Unit 4a, The Old Crossroads, Verwood Fordingbridge Dental Highfield House, Bartons Rd,
01425 652331
Emergency care (after hrs)
0845 7010401
Chemists
Lloyds Pharmacy, VERWOOD 01202 822364 23 Station Road, Verwood. Mon - Fri: 9-6:30, Sat: 9-1, Sun: Closed Lloyds Pharmacy, FORDINGBRIDGE 01425 652300 1 Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge Mon - Fri: 9-6, Sat: 9-5.30 Boots, RINGWOOD 01425 474170 11 Southampton Road, Ringwood Mon - Fri: 9-5:30, Sat: 9-5:30 Boots, CASTLEPOINT 01202 549971/548139 Castlepoint,Bournemouth. Mon - Fri: 9-8, Sat: 9-7, Sun: 10:30-4:30 Bretts Pharmacy, ASHLEY HEATH 01425 470982 High Street, Ashley Heath. Mon - Fri: 9-5:30, Sat: 9-1 Morrisons (in Store),VERWOOD 01202 826555 Chiltern Drive, Verwood Mon - Fri: 9-1, 2-8, Sat: 9-1, 2-6, Sun: 10-1 Verwood Pharmacy, VERWOOD 01202 828499 Lake Road Surgery, Lake Road, Verwood. Mon: 7am-11pm, Tue-Fri: 6.30am-11.30pm, Sat: 7am-11pm. www.pharmland.co.uk V-4/18
EMERGENCIES ONLY: Dial 999 and ask for ‘Fire Service’
Police Stations
EMERGENCIES - 999 and ask for ‘police’ Verwood Police Station Non emergencies: dial 101 verwood@dorset.pnn.police.uk
Recycling
VERWOOD RECYCLING 01202 828083 www.hants.gov.uk Somerley, Verwood Road, Ringwood 1 April - 30 Sept: 9am - 6pm 1 Oct - 28 Feb: 9am - 4pm 1 March - 31 March: 9am - 5pm
Samaritans
1 Durrant Road, Bournemouth, 01202 551999 / 0845 790 9090
Verwood Age Concern
Verwood Concert Brass Band Hall, Moorlands Rd Mark Talbot 01202 821786 Monday: 10am - 3.30pm Wednesday: 10am - 3.30pm
School Terms & Holidays
Please Note: School term and holiday dates are usually set over 14 months in advance of the academic year. They are based on a school year of 195 days although individual schools can use 5 of these days for staff training. Parents should contact the individual school to find out when their training days will be. All dates taken from www.dorsetforyou.com and www.hants.gov.uk for Dorset and Hampshire - dates that are in white are where days differ for Hampshire. Term/holiday Easter Holidays: 30 March - 13 April 18 Summer Term: 16 April - 25(23) July 18 Half Term: 28 May - 1 June 18 Summer Holidays: 26(24)July - 31 Aug 18 Autumn Term: 3 Sept - 21 Dec 18 Half Term: 22 - 26 Oct 18 Christmas Holidays: 24 Dec 18 - 4 Jan 19 Spring Term: 7 Jan - 5 April 19 Half Term: 18 - 22 Feb 19 UK holidays May Day: 7 May 18 Spring Bank Holiday: 28 May 18 Summer Bank Holiday: 27 Aug 18 Christmas: 25,26 Dec 18 New Year: 1 Jan 19 Easter: 19 - 22 April 19 More useful information overleaf
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