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Dear Readers,
s I write I realise that today is the day that all schoolchildren have been waiting for and that most mums have been dreading! The start of the school holidays and the busiest day of the year on the roads. So I peer out of my office window at today’s never ending torrential rain, the temperature is in the low teens and then hear on the radio that a van is on fire on the A31 westbound with huge tailbacks. Welcome to the start of the summer holidays I thought - although it seems that this year even the summer has taken a holiday as the weatherman aptly put it! Nevermind, I’m sure we’ll have lots of fine days through-
with best wishes,
out the next couple of months to enjoy all the exciting events that there is on offer. The sun always seems to shine for the Bournemouth Airshow which is a great free day out. Then there are loads of local Fayres and Fetes to choose from - the biggest local one is probably the Verwood Rustic Fayre and of course the Great Dorset Steam Fair. See our What’s On pages 28 & 30 and website for many of these local events from August to October to keep your children AND your partners amused! And to help local businesses, look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ on page 50 and save yourself time, fuel and most importantly - money!
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Business features Solablaze Phoenix Massage
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Local events and features Community News 10,32,44 Past & Present: Does Hatches, Dewlands 6 The Blashford Bulletin 14 Viewed From My Window: Rescued cat stories by Local Author, Patricia Oliver 16 Clubs & Societies 20,21 What’s On Locally 28,30 Portrait of a Local Artist: Tanya Lock 42
Feature articles Gardening: Tropical Paradise Mike’s Motors: DS 3 Beauty: Look Younger for Longer Travel: Bhutan Mike’s Motors: Motoring Mutterings Tech Feature: Tech It With You
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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 Fun Quiz General Knowledge Crossword Hidato Sudoku Wordwheel Puzzle Solutions
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Does Hatches, Dewlands.
oes Hatches on the River Crane is one of a series of sluice gates controlling the Water Meadow system. The river formed a natural pool here which became a favourite bathing and picnic spot. Hence the inset showing period bathing costumes! The Crane Photos mid 20th Century Valley farms were linked to after Christform the Water Meadow system which mas and great allowed a gentle stream of river water to pass over the fields, protecting the grow- co-operation was needed amongst the farmers to open and close the gates at ing grass from frost and encouraging its the right time to allow the water onto the early growth for pasturing. next farm. The water was not allowed to lie The pasture was used for grazing stagnant but controlled by a series of cattle as it was too wet for sheep. At hatches, sluices and channels to proone time a Lord Shaftsbury insisted on mote a continuous flow. Downstream from Romford the control putting sheep on his water meadows despite the advice of his tenant farmers and gates were named Webb’s Hole (after a workers. Needless to say, the unfortunate magistrate who had fishing rights), Does Hatches and Iron Hatches on the bound- sheep contracted foot rot and liver fluke so the experiment was not repeated. ary of West Farm and Bridge Farm. The The Wimborne St Giles Estate, Lord fields were flooded for about ten weeks Shaftsbury’s seat, owned much land in this part of Verwood and installed the hatch system. Today Does Hatches is right on the perimeter of the Crane Valley Golf Course and has hardly changed since the old photo was taken. No doubt the pool is still used for bathing! The railway line to Salisbury was around 100 yards away and was probably on the low embankment visible in the distance on the old photo. This has now completely disappeared in a tangle of trees and undergrowth but a slight hump in the path indicates where it used to go straight July 2015 over the railway line - not one for today’s Health & Safety officers! Copyright © Jill Coulthard. Extract from “Verwood Village to Town”
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Tropical Paradise by Pippa Greenwood
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s the summer’s end is not too far away, many of us will be wishing for that exotic holiday we never quite had. But you can recreate that Typically Tropical Feel in your own garden instead. The temperatures may not be quite what they might be on a real exotic holiday, but it’ll certainly help to make your garden feel warmer and more appealing, and you can be sure that it’ll last a lot longer than the classic two week long trip. A tropical oasis might be particularly well suited to an urban garden, where temperatures are often warmer and conditions more sheltered and protected, but even if your garden gets its fair share of frosts you can still make an impact using a mixture of tender and hardy plants all of which have that exotic feel to them. Plant closely or fill ‘gaps’ with temporary plantings of the less hardy tropical look plants and you will create that dense, lush looks which spells tropical paradise. Lush, large leaves will always help to create a rainforest or exotic atmosphere and you could even grow a miniature banana called Musa ‘Basjoo’, which shows a good degree of hardiness. Indian shot plants, also known as the cannas are great and fast growing too. For very bold, colourfully striped foliage and screaming orange flowers try Canna ‘Tropicana’, or for a larger than life effect try the banana Ensetes ventricosum ‘Maurelii’ which grows very
fast and has wonderfully rich purple-green leaves.
commonly known as the cup and saucer plant.
If you want more than just foliage, the bulbous Eucomis bicolour has out-of-this world greenish yellow flowerheads which give it the common name of ‘pineapple plant’. Another favourite of mine is the Angel’s trumpet. These gorgeous looking plants may be very poisonous but the flowers of Brugmansia (previously known as Datura) as angel’s trumpet is also known, take some beating – choose white, yellow or cream and enjoy their perfume and elegant good looks. Although not hardy if you grow it in a pot it can be kept in the garden during all but the worst weather and then brought out again once it has started to warm up the following spring.
Then add to the ‘action’ using a few dramatic features – perhaps a Trachycarpus fortunei palm in open ground or a pot, or in the form of a sculpture or statue. If you go to the garden centre, many statues and garden ornaments are much more affordable than you might think. Partially hidden with some lush foliage they help to add to the junglelike atmosphere.
Don’t forget the vertical surfaces such as trellis, walls and fences as they too can be given a floral and foliage makeover. These may look boring now, but will look great when covered with passion flowers, ornamental vines or the pretty Cobea scandens
There are plenty of tropicaleffect plants to choose from including: tree ferns, phoenix palms, yuccas, cordylines, Rodgersia pinnata, Gunnera manicata, Rheum palmatum, cycads, citrus (including lemons, calamondin orange and other fruiting varieties) and bamboos. So, you see, the potential is there to create a holiday paradise without having to leave home, brave delays at the airport, find a house or pet-sitter…..all you need now is a deck chair and a cocktail or two, delivered on a tray!
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his exhibition is a showcase of ‘life through the lens’, and is a variety of landscape, portraiture and animal photography by local photographer Toni Poland, who is more widely known under her married name of Toni Coombs. The Royal Photographic Society Licentiate considers the four stages of Seeing, Taking, Making and Presenting photographic images. The judges look for an understanding of light and its effect on mood and texture; good use of colour, composition, viewpoint, individuality, technical competence, post production, and quality, variety and cohesion in a display panel of 10 images.The panel is judged by five experienced and qualified judges for the Royal Photographic Society. She received her LRPS accreditation in August 2014; an award not to be underestimated having only recently developed her interest in photography. Accolades already include a number of successes in local Verwood Horticultural Shows, Winner of the Photographic Cup at Ellingham Show in 2014 for the highest number of points having achieved 5 Firsts, 2 Seconds
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T he Blashford Bulletin Things to look out for in the coming months at the Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve, Ibsley. Black Arches Female by Bob Chapman
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Viewed From My W indow A small selection of short stories written by Patricia Oliver from Horton near Wimborne, describing the ups and downs of caring for feral cats over the years with photos by J Santana-Martin.
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Do Cats Grieve?
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This time it was different. The loss of Mr Tom had been felt by Mr Oscar and Jasper as a big loss and we saw them searching and searching for their friend. They looked tired and forlorn, they showed their grief, they were really lost without him. Somehow it has made such a difference to them that even they no longer spend as much time together. Jasper desperately needed someone to cuddle up to as he did with his dear friend Mr Tom, but Mr Oscar was so sad he just wanted to be left alone. Fortunately Freda has tried to pal up with Jasper and we have found them sleeping together, but she is young and likes to live an active life in the daytime and is not the lounging around type, so during the day Jasper tries to find Mr Oscar so that he can be somewhere near him, if not as yet allowed too close. Cats do have feelings, they will grieve for their friend so help them through their grief with love and attention and perhaps find them another companion to help fill the gap. We were just coming to terms with the loss of Boy George and Mr Tom when Pee-Wee was also lost in a tragic accident. Three in a row! There is nothing we can do but concentrate on the living and give them all the love and care we can. The full story and many more are in the book “Viewed From My Window” by Patricia Oliver price £12.50 + £2.50 p&p. For more details, contact Patricia on 01202 826244. All proceeds go towards the Veterinary and Welfare needs of the 16 feral cats currently in her care.
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Initial impressions done with and my tick-list looking rather ragged, it was time to press the loud pedal. That worked. Supremely able to amble along following Mr Plod, the loud pedal could easily change the scenery rapidly and excellent brakes meant the hedges you guessed could shortly be your resting place, just slipped by. That is, if you are on a smooth road which of course doesn’t exist in England. Any temptation to rush along was tempered by the thought that the non-compliant tyres and suspension could push your head straight through the roof, given half a chance. Personally, I believe the chunky styling to be unattractive, although I may well be in the minority - this is a popular car so perhaps the styling is considered to be merely gauche. It has no similarity at all with the old Citroen DS/ID series which remains a brilliant style icon in automotive, artistic and fashion circles. In summary then, this was a quick car, given the billiardtable roads. The smallish size and manoeuvrability meant urban travel was this car’s strongest suit. The low starting price, excellent fuel consumption and meagre road tax endow this car with a financially strong argument, and if things like DAB radio are a requirement, then they can be added at extra cost. Would I put one on my drive? There wouldn’t be room behind the infinitely more versatile Peugeot 208GTi.
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Still awake? Well, I duly got a DS-3 to test. This car is very popular among the fashionistas, a small 3-door hatch with somewhat avant-garde styling. Mine was in a pearlescent white with a glossy navy blue roof and very comfy off-black leather sports seats. Huge wheels and rubber-band tyres
conveyed that “looks good, goes fast” aggressive look. A panoramic glass roof allows you to study the raindrops falling on your car. In my car I deemed the accoutrements inadequate. Despite a modern iPad-mimicking screen display, it wasn’t touch sensitive, the radio equipment only did FM while a DAB radio tuner was omitted, tut-tut. Then there was no Sat-nav. It did however have Bluetooth for hands-free mobile phone and other inputs such as iPhone, iPad, iDyson (if you can ever get ANY iDevice to pair with any noniDevice) so in this area it was definitely a ‘work in progress’. Hopefully.
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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
THE DORSET WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION
VERWOOD TRAD JAZZ CLUB
TILAD “There is a life after a death”
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP DINING CLUB
Meet in the Verwood Area on first Wednesday of the month. 7.15pm-9.30pm. Contact : Trevor Pogson, Chairman on 07825 093832 or Ann Hilton, Secretary on 01202 823212 This friendship/bereavement group meets every Wednesday 2.30-4.30pm in the Community Rooms at Lake Road Surgery. Contact founder: Soozi Cooper 01725 517272
DORSET SOUTH AFRICAN CLUB
Outdoor and indoor activities: braais, boat cruise, walks, barn dance, darts, South African dinners. Camaraderie! fun! Contact Phillipa 01202-740265
VERWOOD EVENING W.I.
Meets in the United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Road, on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm except August when we have our summer break. Contact our President 01202 814355
VERWOOD ARTS AND CRAFTS SOCIETY.
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 SHORT MAT BOWLING CLUB
(Verwood Youth Centre) Short Mat bowls is a scaled down version of indoor bowling seen on television. Thursday 2pm – 5pm Friday 7pm – 10pm. Contact Mike Poulter 01202 826568 all ages welcome
VERWOOD 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
VERWOOD ROTARY CLUB
Meet on first & third Tuesday of each month at Crane Valley Golf Club. We welcome new members. Contact our secretary: Trevor Buck on 01202 821387
VERWOOD FRIENDSHIP CLUB
meets on the first Thursday of the month from 2.00 – 4.00pm at Meadow Court, Newtown Lane, Verwood. All our members, whilst elderly are full of fun and friendship. Contact: Neil Best 01202 814059
VERWOOD FRIENDS OF THE BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Monthly visits by coach (Wednesdays) to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and also to concerts at Lighthouse Poole during the winter season. Call 01202 824959
CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION
Verwood & Three Legged Cross Branch holds regular social functions. Contact: David Townsend 01202 821954. e: davaltown@talktalk.net
VERWOOD METHODIST LUNCH CLUB
The Hideaway, Moorlands Road, Verwood, BH31 7PD on 3rd Thursday of the month. Good Food & Bar. Gigs from 8-11pm. (Doors open from 7pm). No membership required. Contact Geoff 07798 721405 For over 50’s singles seeking to expand their social horizons. Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6.30pm at The Hideaway, Moorlands Road, Verwood, BH31 7PD. Enjoy a variety of social activities & eating venues. New members welcome. Contact Jane 07929 868356
UNITED REFORMED CHURCH,
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
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: Brian Hawkins on 01202 829924
DORSET STITCHERS
Meets every other Thursday at the Methodist Church Hall, £2 per evening includes refreshments. Contact Marilyn Fisher 01202 814212.
VERWOOD METHODIST CHURCH WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP Come and enjoy a social afternoon - you do not have to be a churchgoer. We meet alternate Tuesdays at 2.30pm for talks etc Contacts Valerie Smith 01202 823993 or Anne Hughes 01202 823327
EDMONDSHAM CIRCLE DANCERS
Traditional and contemporary folk dances from around the world. No partners needed. Meeting on 1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays of each month from 7:30 – 9:45 in Edmondsham Village Hall. Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick on 01725 517807.
VERWOOD & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Meet in Verwood Memorial Hall at 7.30pm on 1st Thursday of each month with more details on our website: www.verwoodhs.co.uk Contact: Mr Ron Johnstone 01202 814376
BETHEL CHAPEL
40, Ringwood Road, Verwood. 10.30 am Coffee Mornings with Gospel Songs & Testimonies. 1st Wednesday in the month except August. Contact Rosemary: 01202-822655
VERWOOD STROKE CLUB
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 Joan Lake 01202 813416 or Ron Collins 01202 822013
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
4th Saturday in the month at 12.30pm at the Methodist Church, Vicarage Road, Verwood. Enjoy a really warm welcome and a tasty 2 course meal VERWOOD AFTERNOON TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD Meets at the Memorial Hall, Verwood, on the first Thursday of the month inc coffee or tea £4.50. Ring for a lift. To Book call: at 2pm Visitors and New Members welcome. Various indoor activities, Jean 01202 825533 or Lin 07906 303212 outings and visits to the theatre. Contact Jean Honey 01202 827339.
THREE LEGGED CROSS SHORT MAT BOWLS
Meet at Three Legged Cross Village Hall Friday afternoons 2pm-5pm Friday evenings 7pm-9.30pm Contact: Peter Turnham 01202 823440
CRANBORNE BOWLING CLUB
VERWOOD PROBUS CLUB
The friendly ‘friendlies’ club. Experienced and novice players most welcome. You’ll always get a game. Contact Steve Clapton for more details 01202 826685
RINGWOOD COMMUNITY CHOIR, “SING FOR JOY”
(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.
Monthly meetings - 3rd Tuesday at noon in Crane Valley Golf Club for lunch and then a speaker. Membership enquiries welcomed from local retired prof. & business men. Contact: Secretary 01202 822569 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
VERWOOD BOWLING CLUB 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 CHORAL SOCIETY
At the United Reformed Church, Verwood. 4th Monday of the Month at We rehearse Monday evenings at 7.30pm in the St Michael’s Church. Contact Charmaine Crossley 01202 826050 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 . 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. 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-0815
LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES HARDY PLANT SOCIETY (Dorset Group)
Meets in Memorial Hall, Colehill, every month to hear first-class speakers. Non-members welcome Contact Barbara 01202 882590 for dates and details.
VERWOOD & THREE-LEGGED CROSS TWINNING ASSOC. 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
THE FAYREWOOD SINGERS(formerly Jenny Porter Singers)
THE BRACKEN CO. OF ARCHERS.
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
VERWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Meets in the St. Michael & All Angels Parish Centre, Manor Road, Verwood on 3rd Tuesday of each month, Sept. to May (not Dec.) Contact Trevor Gilbert on 01202 824176
We rehearse at the Verwood Hub on Tuesdays at 2pm, singing a variety of music and performing two concerts a year, plus mini-concerts by invitation. Contact Mo on 01202 826134 or Sarah on 01202 884248.
VERWOOD ORGAN & KEYBOARD SOCIETY
VERWOOD EVERGREEN CLUB
CRANBORNE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Meet Every Tuesday at 2pm in The Hub, Verwood. Alternate weeks Whist and Bingo. Occasional Entertainment New Members Welcome Contact Phyl: 01202-824656
CRANE ATHLETIC INVESTMENT CLUB
With a modest level of success we like to keep our investments as diverse as possible and therefore would welcome new members with fresh ideas. Contact: Secretary: Bob Tutton 01202 841871
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Monthly concert by top artistes usually last Wednesday 7.30pm at the Hub; non-members £7. Secretary: Janetta Lakin 01202 822936 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
ANGLO ITALIAN SOCIETY
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
RINGWOOD NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY
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
Indoor meetings throughout the Winter months, 2nd & 4th Thursdays at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Visitors & new members welcome.Contact Tony 01202 827294
VERWOOD PANTOMIME SOCIETY
VERWOOD & DISTRICT RAMBLING CLUB
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
Keep fit, have fun & meet new people. We have walks on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & alternate Fridays/Saturdays. For more details visit our website or call John Wadge 01202 822874
THE LOYAL ACORN BRANCH OF ODDFELLOWS
2 halls for hire Tel: 01202 828943 (answer phone) or www.verwoodmemorialhall.co.uk Bookings now being taken for 2017 and there is availability for regular Friday afternoon & evening bookings.
.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.
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Beauty Look Younger for Longer - Look after Your Neck and Hands When it comes to looking younger, we all seem to focus our attention on our face yet overlook our neck and hands, even though it’s these areas that tend to age the fastest. So it’s time to start taking notice of these neglected areas to ensure that you look younger for longer. Your Neck
The skin on your neck is thin compared to the rest of the body, it also has fewer oil glands and can easily become dehydrated. So given that, it’s as important to moisturise your neck as your face, and to extend the application of your daily sunscreen to this area too.
Remember to exfoliate your skin regularly - both on your face and neck - as this removes dead skin cells, brightens your skin and improves absorption of your moisturiser. On the subject of daily routines, whilst a regular moisturiser is fine for those looking to prevent rather than cure, if your neck is already heavily lined, you’ll need something stronger. Furthermore your neck requires a different formulation to reverse the signs of ageing than your face, so it’s important to use products specifically designed for the neck, which are generally more concentrated and powerful. Eating a healthy diet is key to looking younger too, as foods rich in anti-oxidants and Omega-3 acids have been shown to help skin rejuvenation by boosting collagen production something that declines as we age. Smoking is not only bad for your health, but it damages collagen and the constant squinting and lip pursing whilst smoking causes lines to form quickly. It’s no surprise then, that the delicate skin under your chin is damaged as a result.
Your Hands
They say that you can tell a women’s age by her hands, so it really is important to look after yours. Dry weather, central heating, contact with water and the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers all serve to dry out the skin, making your hands look older than they are and
feel rough to the touch. If the skin on your hands is suffering you can be sure that your nails will be too. Nails need extra attention especially during the winter months and if they are dry, peeling and brittle this is a sign that you need to treat your talons to some serious TLC. Limit the exposure your hands and nails have to the elements by always wearing gloves whenever you step outside in cold weather. The same goes for washing up or any activity where your hands are submerged in water; always keep a pair of rubber gloves nearby. Invest in a pair of moisture gloves. Apply an intensive hand cream every night, before bed, and then put the moisture gloves on overnight. You’ll wake up with beautifully soft hands in the morning. Each time you wash your hands, dry them thoroughly and then apply a hand and nail cream - same goes for when you have used a hand sanitizer. Make sure you rub the product in thoroughly and don’t forget to coat your cuticles and nails too. Keep your nails long and strong by applying cuticle oil every night. Use a strengthening treatment to help protect your nails from the elements and to give them extra strength. And for a real treat, head to the beauty salon and get a manicure. You’ll feel a lot more enthused about keeping your professionally pampered hands in tip-top condition when they’re looking gorgeous. By Helen Taylor
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Bhutan Taktsang, the Tiger’s Lair By Solange Hando
L
ong ago, they say, a holy man named Guru Rinpoche flew from the East on the back of a tigress to bring Buddhism to Bhutan. He landed high above the Paro valley on a vertiginous ledge where hermits soon followed to meditate in the caves. Taktsang, ‘the Tiger’s Lair’ is the most sacred place in this small Himalayan kingdom, claiming myriad shrines on the slopes and a monastery built on the very ledge where the Guru landed. Damaged by fire in the late 90s, Bhutan’s most iconic landmark was restored by the finest artists and welcomes visitors, pilgrims and monks who might choose to meditate for up to seven years in the most remote building. Glinting in sunlight or draped in shifting mist, Taktsang defies imagination, seemingly inaccessible as it clings precariously to the cliff face, hanging some 800 metres above the valley floor. Yet, it can be reached on a scenic three hour trek, starting in a riverside meadow garlanded in prayer flags. Soon the trail enters a forest of blue pines, rhododendrons and oak where wild primula
and orchids line the path and lichen hangs from the trees like ghostly cobwebs. Sometimes you come across a makeshift stall with a colourful display of turquoise and coral beads, gleaming among human skulls polished for ritual offerings. A child beckons, a woman smiles but all is quiet except for bird song and the occasional tinkling of bells as ponies carry the less able to the half way point. Up there, by a log cabin framed in marigolds, Taktsang appears even more out of reach across a fathomless ravine, but there are great views of the valley with its golden paddies, meandering river and traditional houses festooned in auspicious signs and beautifully carved eaves. At nearly 3000 metres, the air is fresh and Buddhist flags flutter in the breeze to send prayers in all directions. Beyond the cabin, the path climbs relentlessly above the tree line, past holy rocks and glistening shrines, mysterious footprints, gurgling springs and rows of tiny urns containing ashes of the dead, placed here to ensure a peaceful after-life. Just like the altitude, the scenery takes
your breath away, from the mountain tops drifting in and out of the mist to the forest tumbling down to the valley in every shade of green. One final bend and you are faced by hundreds of steps staggering down to a wooden bridge to cross a sacred waterfall, then it’s up on the other side to the entrance gate, at last. Now, vertigo might strike at any moment for there is little room on the ledge where white walls and red and gold pagoda roofs jostle for space right against the rock, on the very edge of the precipice. Narrow rickety bridges, steps and mini-terraces lead from one temple to the next, with yet more dizzying views of the Paro valley. Inside every temple are murals of gurus and gods, gilded statues and offerings of fruit, flowers and colourful butter sculptures. Pilgrims prostrate and peep into the Guru’s cave, open only once a year, and now and then the chanting of monks echoes in the semi-darkness, punctuated by cymbals and gongs. Oil lamps flicker and the fragrance of incense rises all around. It’s eerie, inspiring and worth every challenging step along the way.
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12noon & 2pm
Mon 17 Aug 10.30am 20 - 23 Aug
Open from 10am – 10pm, Thurs – Satand from 10am – 6pm on Sun
Local Entertainment Centres A Photography Exhibition by Toni Poland LRPS. This exhibition is a showcase of ‘life through the lens’, and is a The Hub, Verwood* 01202 827376 / variety of landscape, portraiture and animal photography. 07947 002000 Local photographer, Toni Poland, is more widely known email: rovingeyephoto@btinternet.com under her married name of Toni Coombs. New Family Activity trail based on the popular children's Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, character Superworm. Perfect for young children this free Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr Ringsuper-sensory trail offers loads of excitement and a fun wood, Dorset, BH24 2ET. 01425 day out. Special acitivty packs and limited edition mini- 470721 book available in Visitor Centre. Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne Model Town: Family Fun and Laughter Show Wimborne Wimborne, BH21 1DY. 01202 881924 or with magic and puppets info@wimborne-modeltown.com to book Coffee Morning. Raffle, Tombola and Competitions. All proceeds to CR UK Bournemouth Air Festival. The Red Arrows display on all 4-days, the awesome Typhoon, Tutor, Hawk T2 Role Demo Team, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, SallyB, The Tigers, The Blades, Twister Duo, Tutor and the Vulcan.
Wed 26 Aug 10am - 1pm
U3A Open Day. Opportunities for all for an active retirement, drop in, refreshments.
Wed 26 Aug (8-12yrs) 10am - 3pm Thu 27 Aug (5-7yrs)
Wild Play A 'Wild Day Out!' Run wild in the wind, stalk through the woods, squelch in the mud, construct with sticks, splash in the river, or light a campfire… we'll be playing with the elements wherever they take us! Admission £16 (includes a voluntary £4 donation to the Wildlife Trust). Booking essential.
Wed 26 Aug 7.30pm Wed 26 Aug 7.30pm Thu 27 Aug 8pm - 10.30pm. (A week later Doors open 7pm. than usual) Sat 29 Aug
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CONCERT : Verwood Organ & Keyboard Society : Elizabeth Harrison; £7; members £5 Wimborne Model Town: Pirates Ahoy An interactive pirate adventure with Treehouse Theatre with evening illumination of the Model Town and Gardens. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present Fryer-Huggett All Stars. This is again a special band with the international acclaimed trombone player, Jim Fryer, supported by some of the best musicians in the U.K. Another concert not to be missed!! Supporters £10, Visitors £11 Duck Race - Annual duck race on the River Allen in aid of Wimborne in Bloom Wimborne St Giles Traditional Church Fete. Attractions include: Dog Agility, Jazz Band, Clown and children's events, Bricabrac, Preserves, Plants, Bottle Stall, Raffle, Coconut Shy, Skittles and much more... On the Green refreshments: ice creams; BBQ and Pimms; Delicious home made teas in the Village Hall. Verwood Rotary Club's - Rustic Fayre. Fun day for all the family in support of local & Rotary charities. Classic Vehicles, Stalls, Refreshments, Craft and a Car Boot Sale. Arena events. Wessex Astronomical Society. The Sky's Dark Labyrinth by Stuart Clark. We welcome applications for membership.wessexastro@gmail.com, www.wessex-astro.org.uk Verwood Flower Club. A demonstration by Alison Finch entitled “Toy Stories. New members and visitors always welcome to this very friendly club Great Dorset Steam Fair. Widely recognised as the leading event of its type in the world with 2,000 exhibits, 800 trade stalls and over 220 full size steam engines. A giant trip of nostalgia into the days of yesteryear. Comedy Cafe (Cert 15 ) £5.25 show only (arriv 8.15pm ) £9.75 show and *plate of food ( arrive 7.30pm)
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Twelfth Night in the garden at Breamore House. Enjoy a Shakespearean masterpiece in the grounds of an Elizabethan manor house. We welcome you to bring a picnic, rugs and low-backed chairs. Adult £15, Child £10, Family £40. (Plus a booking fee)
Verwood United Reform Church Hall, Manor Road, Verwood. Bournemouth seafront Dorset BH1 2BU . Festival site is located between Bournemouth and Boscombe Piers, including the East Overcliff. www.bournemouthair.co.uk Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Road, Verwood, BH31 7AA. Tel 01202 820823. www.verwoodu3a.org.uk For further details and to book (places are limited), please contact Sue Shawyer on 02380 285102. Wild Days Out! are offered in partnership with New Forest District Council and registered with Ofsted and take place at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 Wimborne Model Town, 16 King Street, Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1DY. 01202 881924 info@wimborne-modeltown.com The Hideaway, 17 Moorlands Road. Verwood. Dorset. BH31 7PD. Janet 01202 873725/ Geoff 07798 721405 River Allen, Wimborne 01202 885566 Wimborne St Giles Church (Village) Green, Wimborne St Giles, Wimborne Minster, Dorset. BH21 5LZ. Contact Martin 01725 551255, 07796178888, wsgfete@btconnect.com . Adult £2 Child & Senior £ 1.50 Free Parking. Potterne Park, Verwood The Allendale Community Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, BH21 1AS. 01202 887247. Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Road Verwood BH31 7AA. Please contact Juliet Garrett for further details Tarrant Hinton, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8HX. www.gdsf.co.uk
The Hub, Verwood* * plate of food must be booked and paid for BEFORE the end of Monday prior to the event Breamore House, Breamore, Nr. Fordingbridge, Hants. SP6 2DF. For more info and tickets please call 01725 512 858 or visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/ breamorehousetwelfthnight To book your place please contact Michelle on 01425 472760 or BlashfordLakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ.
East Dorset Antiquarian Society (EDAS)- Find out about “The Phoenicians: Were they first to circumnavigate Af- St. Catherine’s Church Hall, Lewens rica and reach the Americas?” with Philip Beale FRGS. Lane, Wimborne BH21 1LE Visitors welcome
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for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Verwood Arts and Craft Society. Work evening with Liz Road Verwood. Further information from Green making Cross Stitch greetings cards. Ann Aitken, 01202 893659 West Fleet Holiday Farm and Bagwell The HEROES CHALLENGE 2015 sponsored full and Touring Park Chickerell. For more half marathon walk and run. Walk entrance fee £12 Run Farm info and to enter visit entrance fee £26.20 www.hangersheroes.co.uk Plain Arts Salisbury and Salisbury Museum to host In front of the Guildhall, Market Square, Turner Paint Off Event. The day is all about encouraging Salisbury. www.plainartssalisbury.co.uk. painting and indeed all art forms, inspired by Turner’s info@plainartssalisbury.co.uk. 07961 paintings of Salisbury and the surrounding area. You can 689159. A prize of £25 gift voucher will book in advance by contacting Plain Arts but you can be awarded every hour to the best work also simply turn up on the day with your own materials or created by an artist under the age of 16. we can provide art materials should you need them. Adult £10, Child £5 Plant Fair with the specialist nurseries of East Dorset. Knoll Gardens, Stapehill Road, nr WimFree plant fair, normal admission costs to enter Knoll borne BH21 7ND. Gardens, free tours included with admission price. www.knollgardens.co.uk. 01202 873931 Beetle Drive with Tea. Delicious Tea, Raffle and TomVerwood United Reform Church Hall, bola. All proceeds to CR UK. Manor Road, Verwood. Verwood Concert Brass Town Band Cream Tea Concert. Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Rd, Enjoy a delicious home made cream tea whilst listening Verwood BH31 7AA. For ticket contact to a delightfully entertaining programme of music. Tickets Fiona on 01202 824041 or email £6 (includes the cream tea). fionavcb@gmail.com FILM: Still Alice ( 12a ) Drama.Tickets Adult £4, Child £2. The Hub, Verwood* Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present Martin Bennett's Old Green River Band.The Old Green River Band is rec- “The Hideaway”, at 17 Moorlands Road. ognised today as one of the most exciting bands on the Verwood. BH31 7PD. Supporters £10 jazz club and festival circuits. Led by Martin, on keyVisitors £11.Contacts Janet 01202 board, their music could be described as “New Orleans and 873725, Geoff 07798 721405. meets RnB.” Few other bands come close to the true spirit of New Orleans music. Ringwood Carnival. Festival of fun for all the family with Ringwood town centre. afternoon & torchlight processions www.ringwoodcarnival.org Dorset based ImpAct Theatre present Alan Bennett's Untold Stories. The autobiographical double bill, com- The Hub, Verwood* prising of Bennett’s 2001 memoir ‘Hymn’ and his more recent short play ‘Cocktail Sticks’. Adult £12, Conc £10 Wildlife Rangers Get outside, learn new skills and improve your wildlife knowledge whilst having fun! Specifi- To book please contact Jim or Tracy on cally for 13 to 18 year olds, our Wildlife Rangers group 01425 472760 or Blashfordmeets monthly and activities will include practical conser- Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham vation tasks along with opportunities for bushcraft and Drove, BH24 3PJ. Sorry no dogs. surveying. Please dress to be outside and bring a packed lunch. Suggested donation £4 per person. East Dorset NT Association - An illustrated talk by Brian West Moors Memorial Hall, Station Cumming, A Royal Hospital Chelsea Pensioner and tour Road, West Moors, BH11 0HZ - More guide, on 'The Royal Hospital Chelsea' info 01202 855001 CONCERT : Verwood Organ & Keyboard Society : Steve The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the Hubble; £7; members £5 door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 Verwood & District Horticultural Society present a talk by Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Road Chris Bird on "Apples - with tasting " Verwood. 01202 814376 Verwood Concert Brass Training Band Coffee Morning Verwood Memorial Hall, Ringwood Rd, Concert. Come and support the band's newer players - Verwood BH31 7AA. they play some wonderful music. Cake stall and other No ticket required. Entry only £2 goods / crafts for sale to raise funds for the training band. (includes a cuppa and biscuit). Cranborne Chase AONB Woodfair. Adult: £10 (£8 adBreamore House Nr. Fordingbridge, vance), Child: £2 (£1.60 advance), Family (2+3): £22 Hampshire, SP6 2DF. (17.60 advance) www.woodfair.org.uk OPEN DAY: ANCIENT HARVEST & FOOD DAY - visitors can bring their own apples and pears and press them on our Roman fruit press, plus other food related The Ancient Technology Centre, activities and fun, plus BBQ and refreshments from the Damerham Road, Cranborne Dorset BH21 5RP tel. 01725 517618. Longhouse kitchen. Tickets available on the gate: £6 adults and £3 for children 4-16; free to under 16s. Sorry, no smoking and no dogs are allowed on site. United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Verwood Arts and Craft Society. Work evening with Road Verwood. Further information from Thelma Johns making Dorset Buttons. Ann Aitken, 01202 893659 Damerham & District Horticultural Society AGM. Preceded by drinks and nibbles. Followed by 'Gardens for all Seasons'. A talk by Sara Gruzelier The Verwood Concert Brass Proms Concert. All three bands of VCB will provide a huge variety of fantastic music which will include a proms theme. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present Derek Winter's " Sunshine" Band, featuring the great Brian Carrick on the Reeds. This is a wonderful coup for the Club in managing to book this band for another special jazz session.
Damerham Village Hall, Damerham, Fordingbridge, Hampshire SP6 3HD The Hub, Verwood* 01202 828740 Tickets œ£10 (U19 - œ£6). “The Hideaway”, at 17 Moorlands Road. Verwood. BH31 7PD. Supporters £10 and Visitors £11.Contacts Janet 01202 873725, Geoff 07798 721405.
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Aladdin raises £1000 for DEBRA
erwood pantomime society are proud to have presented a cheque to DEBRA, the charity for people with, and research into Epidermolysis Bullosa. The money was raised from after show collections at their production of Aladdin in January at the Verwood Hub. The society would like to thank their audiences for their generosity. The next show in January 2016 will be Beauty and the Beast by Alan
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P Frayn and tickets go on sale at the Hub Box office 01202 828740 on 1st October, so make a note in your diaries to book early to avoid disappointment! Anyone interested in joining the Society for on stage or one of the many back stage roles should contact them via the website www.verwoodpantomimesociety. co.uk or call Sue 01202 825731. They are also on Facebook and Twitter.
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erwood Memorial Hall has now set up its own website whereby booking requests can now be made by email as well as the answerphone. This will help the volunteer Booking Officer who also has a full-time job and family. Bookings are currently being taken for 2017, so if you have a special date in mind, there’s no problem in making an early booking! Volunteers are currently upgrading the heating in order to give a more even overall tempera-
ture and future plans include improving the soundproofing of the doors between the halls, so that both halls can be used simultaneously by different groups. Apart from all the regular hirers such as clubs and the Friday market, the hall is popularly booked for parties and fundraising events. Get in touch with the hall via: www.verwoodmemorialhall.co.uk or telephone 01202 828943.
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There is something for everyone: arts and crafts, badminton, bird watching, bridge, Chinese brush painting, computer and technology, card making, country dancing, current affairs, family history, French conversation, gardening, history, history of aviation, local history, music, play reading, psychology, reading, square dancing, Spanish, watercolour painting and a women’s discussion group. Each Group is hosted by a member with a particular interest, skill or passion. In this way U3A is literally “designed around you”. Members can join as many Groups as they wish and also enjoy pub lunches, quizzes and guest speakers, all for a on-off annual fee. To learn more visit the website: www.verwoodu3a.org.uk or ring 01202 820823. You can also pick up a flyer from Verwood Library. Best of all, come and meet the people at the Open Day.
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Motoring mutterings Peugeot RCZ
superb new 2-litre engine/ gearbox configuration, while important safety electronics This is the very sporty and curvy have been implanted too. I’ve had the privilege of driving an hard top coupe that went from S80 so equipped and can tell ‘Motor Show Styling Exeryou it is a mighty car – luxuricise’ into production virtually ous, agile, swift, safe and frugal unchanged, so emphatic were come to mind. However, look consumers and the press about this car. for end-of-line bargains as these are phased out. As the new model comes available, second-hand selling prices will adjust downwards. Known to run for longevity and occupant protection, these are a bargain.
Volvo XC90 The current car is a rather tall and pleasant–looking 4 by 4 which is extremely car-like to Over 5 years, drive. It has been around for RCZ has made good sales and 13 years now and is still sellbeen the brand icon. It gets ing very well – people like the customised, is ‘twittered’ daily elegant traditional styling plus and has an enthusiastic motor the way it holds its value. It club following. Seems its days remains very popular among the are numbered however, with Chelsea Tractor crowd, Peugeot saying production must never out of end by Christmas. How much of this is reality or an attempt to boost sales even further, I suspect we will know by the end of the year. In short, if you want one, better put an order in real soon.
Volvo S80, V70 and XC70
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modern option than many – if not all – its direct competitors both in purchase and running costs. First year production is already virtually sold out. It puts all other luxo-barges firmly in the shade. Despite using mere 2-litre petrol or diesel engines, due to light weight with class-leading strength, safety and electronic assistance, it is rapid, frugal and delightful to drive. Our road test will follow.
DRIVERS LICENCE A typical government-led mess. The paper counterpart of the current drivers licence is now deemed to be illegal, which brings us problems. If renting a car for instance, you still need to be able to prove lack of serious driving convictions to the rental company, likewise for insurance purposes. Your driving record can now be interrogated on the DVLA website (www.gov.uk/ view-drivinglicence) where you would need to create a timelimited access password to enable these 3rd party organisations to see your record. Of course, you will need to have your driving licence number, you N.I. number and registered postcode to enable entry into that facility. Good luck!
place in the best horsey company, and pretty competent on the slippery Should you be for whatever stuff too. reason unable to get on the internet, a phone call to 0300 These are affectionately known Yet Volvo is not hanging around. 083 0013 would be required. collectively as ‘the big Volvos’. An all-new and somewhat larger Knowing just how eager all In about a year, they will be 7-seater XC90 is going on sale government departments are to replaced by a new family of as you read this. I’ve had the answer the phone, best of luck Volvos sporting much of the with that one! technology you are about to en- privilege to test a few variants counter in the all-new XC90. In in most conditions and can the meantime, the outgoing cars say this is going to be another winner. Individualistic yet have been upgraded discrete styling, a sumptuous with the interior and sporty performance with prices starting around 45k but hike-able to 70k with all bells and whistles applied, means this is a cheaper and more
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Portrait of a Local Artist “I like to travel the world to look at wildlife but I usually find the nicest scenes on my local door step – in Wiltshire or Dorset.”
‘Mothercare’ by Tanya Lock
Says Tanya Lock, who regularly walks along the river at Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, to look at the local bird life. Here she spotted a Moorhen busy feeding her young. It was such a lovely scene that Tanya decided to paint it. Once the painting was finished she entered it into the world renowned Birds in Art exhibition in the USA. Not only was it selected for the 2014 exhibition but Tanya’s painting was chosen to be one of the few to go on the US tour. “So between now and 2016 a small snippet of Wiltshire will be viewed in different states of America including: California, Texas, New York, Oklanhoma,” says Tanya. “The best part about this tour for me is that the painting is going to Oklahoma. When I painted this I was listening to the audio book of ‘The Grapes of Wrath’, a sad story about a family from Oklahoma. In the end the family gets caught in a flood and the baby dies. At this point I started to cry because the same thing happened to this little Moorhen family from Bradford-on-Avon. The day after I saw this happy little scene they were washed away in one of the summer floods of 2012 - so it’s a very sad painting.” Tanya has painted many scenes she has spotted along the river and a number of these have either won sections or been commended in the BBC Wildlife Artist of the Year competitions, or made it to the finals of the David Shepherd Wildlife artist of the year and exhibited in The Mall Galleries, London. Tanya was one of the finalists in the recent International Artist global competition with her painting of a Manatee. www.tanyalock.com
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Family-friendly events this summer
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oors Valley Country Park, near Ringwood has just announced its summer programme of family-friendly events. Designed especially for children and families to enjoy, the packed programme includes bushcraft, cycling, fishing and plenty of opportunities to get hands-on with nature. Special events this summer include an evening visit from the Mizan Travelling Planetarium on Tuesday 25 August, a Twilight Safari on 26 August and a BioBlitz on 13 August. Alongside these, a new programme of ‘Wildlife
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Wednesdays’ will run all summer long featuring a different activity every week. With guest appearances from a range of experts, Wildlife Wednesdays will include a spider walk, small mammal trapping and a bee walk, providing the perfect opportunity to get the whole family interested in the natural world. As well as events, there is plenty to keep the whole family happy and entertained at Moors Valley. The Park is home to a miniature steam railway, Go Ape’s Tree Top junior course, and a play trail featuring stunning play sculptures as well as playgrounds, cycle hire and acres of forest and meadow to explore. Until September the Park is also hosting the Superworm Trail. Perfect for younger children, this self-guided activity trail is based on the popular children’s character from Julia Donaldson’s book and trail packs include a copy of a limited edition Superworm mini-book to enjoy as you stroll around the Moors Valley Lake. You can find out more about all the events and attractions at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest and book online at: www.moors-valley.co.uk.
Waitrose cheque out Verwood Organ Society
erwood Organ & Keyboard Society recently received a cheque for £250 under the Waitrose “Community Matters” scheme. The presentation was made to the Society’s Chairman, Peter London and Dennis Meddlycott who made the original contact with Waitrose and is the Society’s concert M.C. It has been decided that this award will go towards having world renowned professional organist and keyboard player, Claudia Hirschfeld, with her three manual Wersi Louvre organ to play a concert on 26th April 2017 - not to be missed! Upcoming concerts take place on the last Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm at the Verwood Hub.
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USEFUL LOCAL INFORMATION
Doctors’ Numbers
Fire Stations
The Cranborne Practice 01202 822825 (Verwood) Lake Road/Newtown Road
Cranborne Fire Station 01305 252600: Non emergencies
The Cranborne Practice (Cranborne)
01725 517272
Verwood Fire Station 01305 252600: Non emergencies
Three Legged Cross Surgery 67/71 Church Road, Three Legged Cross
0844 5769435
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
08456001013
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: 8:45-5:30, 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-08/15
EMERGENCIES ONLY: Dial 999 and ask for ‘Fire Service’
Police Stations
EMERGENCIES - 999 and ask for ‘police’ Verwood Police Station Non emergencies: dial 101 or 01202 222222 verwood@dorset.pnn.police.uk
Recycling
VERWOOD RECYCLING 01202 828083 www.newforest.gov.uk Somerley, Verwood Road, Ringwood 1 April - 30 Sept: 8am - 7pm 1 Oct - 28 Feb: 8am - 4pm 1 March - 31 March: 8am - 5pm
Samaritans
1 Durrant Road, Bournemouth, 01202 551999 / 0845 790 9090
Verwood Age Concern
Verwood Concert Brass Band Hall, Moorlands Rd Gordon Simpkin 01202 813805 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.dorsetcc.gov.uk and www.hants.gov.uk for Dorset and Hampshire dates that are in white are where days differ for Hampshire. Term/holiday Summer Holidays: 21(23) July - 31 Aug 15 Autumn Term: 1 Sept - 18 Dec 15 Half Term: 26 Oct - 30 Oct 15 Christmas Holidays: 21 Dec 15 - 1 Jan 16 Spring Term: 4 Jan - 24 March 16 Half Term: 15 Feb - 19 Feb 16 Easter Holidays: 25 March - 8 April 16 Summer Term: 11 April - 20 July 16 Half Term: 30 May - 3 June 16 UK holidays Summer Bank Holiday: 31 Aug 15 Christmas: 25 & 26 Dec 15 New Year: 1 Jan 16 Easter: 25 & 28 March 16 May Day: 2 May 16 Spring Bank Holiday: 30 May 16 More useful information overleaf
Mini Education
Edmondsham Forest School
Woodland Nursery & Toddler Group Weekend and Holiday Sessions. Parent/Grandparent/Child Sessions Childrens Birthday Parties. Contact:
Kirsteen Freer
01725 517807
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Stephen Russell Heating & Plumbing Full Replacement Heating Systems & Boilers. Gas Fires supplied & fitted. Cookers, Hobs, Agas fitted. Power Flushing. All aspects of Bathrooms. All aspects of Plumbing. Landlord Safety Certificates. No Call Out Charge. Call: 01202 854611 / 07870 266801 Covering Verwood, Ferndown & Wimborne areas.
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USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS Police / Crime Verwood Police Station Wimborne Police Station Crimestoppers Verwood & 3 Legged Cross Neighbourhood Watch
Utilities / Emergencies
01202 222 222 01202 222 222 0800 55 51 11 01202 82 14 14
Local Councils & Agencies
Electricity - Emergency -SSE Emergency Gas - Emergency BT Faultline Water– Sembcorp Brmth
0800 36 59 00 08000 72 72 82 0800 11 19 99 0800 80 01 51 01202 59 00 59
- Southern Sewerage – Southern (& water)- Wessex National Emergency
0845 272 08 45 0845 272 08 45 0845 600 36 00 0870 241 46 80
East Dorset District Council Dorset County Council Verwood Town Council Wimborne Town Council Colehill Parish Council Environment Agency Floodline(warnings & Advice)
01202 88 62 01 01305 22 10 00 01202 82 08 80 01202 88 16 55 01202 90 08 21 0800 80 70 60 0845 988 11 88
Bournemouth A&E
01202 70 41 67 Train Times / Enquiries National Express Coaches 01202 30 36 26 Bournemouth Airport 01202 66 55 11 Traveline (Bus, Coach, Ferry & Rail) 01722 33 62 62 AA (Automobile Association)
0845 748 49 50 0870 580 80 80 01202 36 40 00 0870 608 26 08 0800 88 77 66
023 8077 72 22 01202 85 64 10
RAC (Royal Automobile Club)
0800 82 82 82
Wilts & Dorset Bus Enquiries
08457 09 08 99
Hospitals
Bournemouth Hospital Poole Hospital Salisbury Hospital Southampton Hospital Wimborne Hospital
Information Citizens Advice Bureau 01202 88 47 38 Visitor Information—Wimborne 01202 88 61 16
Travel
Helplines Samaritans Drinkline Careline (Counselling) Carers Line National Debtline RSPCA -Ashley Heath Al-anon (10am-10pm) year round Relate-Dorset & South Wilts
0845 790 90 90 0800 917 82 82 0208 514 11 77 0808 808 77 77 0808 808 40 00 0300 123 07 49 0207 403 0888 01305 26 22 85
Post Offices
VERWOOD 01202 829712 11 Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS. Mon - Sat 9am - 5.30pm CRANBORNE
01725 517210
Cranborne Stores, 1, The Square, Cranborne, Dorset, BH21 5PR. Mon - Fri 6am – 6pm. Sat 6am – 5pm. Sun 8.30am - 1pm
THREE LEGGED CROSS 01202 822002 Verwood Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6RJ Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 12.30pm
Library
VERWOOD 01202 822972 1, Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS ◄More useful information overleaf
Childline NSPCC National Drugs Helpline Age Concern Seniorline Community Legal Advice Direct Alcoholics Anonymous, 24 hours:
0800 11 11 0808 800 50 00 0800 77 66 00 0800 00 99 66 0808 800 65 65 0845 345 43 45 0845 769 75 55
Opening Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs 10 - 1, 2 - 5. Wednesday CLOSED. Fri 10 - 1, 2 - 7. Sat 9 - 1. For younger readers: Rhyme Time, Story Time, Chatterbooks and other activities in the School Holidays. Book Chat Reading Group. 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10am. Various Monthly Adult Group Sessions Monthly Surgeries with District Councillors. Citizens Advice Bureau Drop-in on 1st & 3rd Thursday each month. Comprehensive Information Service inc. Public Computer Network, & Photocopier facilities. Home Library Service for housebound residents.
Contact the library for more information & times
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Reflexology Tired? Stressed? Feeling ill? Anxious?
Let Lorraine relax, rebalance, regenerate and re-energise you using a natural, non-invasive, holistic pathway to improve your physical and mental health now and for the future.
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