Roundabout Verwood February 2016 by Sue West

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Dear Readers,

ince Valentine’s Day is imminent many of this issue’s articles are also connected with the similar theme of love - but not all in the same way and not all the same sort of love! Firstly we have an obvious connection with book reviews on page 8. Although one of them features Elsie who keeps a pet alligator called Albert in her bath! Yes, it’s still a love story - of sorts! Blashford Bulletin is for animal lovers on page 14 as is an article for bird lovers on page 40. And all those cat lovers out there (my husband being one!) will enjoy the 3rd instalment of Billly the very sad three legged cat in Viewed from my Window on page 16. Hopefully he’s over the worst.

with best wishes,

Mike’s Motors is for car lovers on page 18 and for those of motorists who love a grumble (again my husband being one!) - Mike’s mutterings can be found on page 34! For those of you who love your planet we have an article on Eco Homes on page 26 and even an article entitled Computer Love on page 22! And don’t forget to love your house too! We have loads of local businesses inside who would be only too pleased to give your house a bit of TLC! So when you need a job done or want to treat yourself or a loved one at this time of year, look in here first in the ‘Local Business Directory’ on page 50 and save yourself time, fuel and most importantly - money!

Sue West

Local events and features Community News 10,21,44 Past & Present: Old Crossroads Pottery, Verwood 6 The Blashford Bulletin 14 Viewed From My Window: rescued cat stories by Local Author, Patricia Oliver 16 Clubs & Societies 20,21 What’s On Locally 28,30 Portrait of a Local Artist: Alan Langford 42

Feature articles Book Reviews: Just Another way To Say “I Love You” 8 Mike’s Motors: Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing 18 Tech Feature: Computer Love 22 Health: Raynaud’s Phenomenon 24 Home & Interiors: Eco Homes 26 Mike’s Motors: Motoring Mutterings 34 Gardens: Feathered Friends 40

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he old Crossroads Pottery housed 1960 when it then became their new a variety of enterprises between showroom. 1952 and 1996 - Tea Rooms and The double yellow lines on the Craft Shop, Decorators, Electrioriginal photo indicate a time when you cals, Plumbers and Hardware Store. could drive through this shortcut beThe photo above shows the Hardware tween Manor and Ringwood Roads. Store where you bought screws, nails Today, the Old Crossroads Pottery and other items in the exact number you building is almost unrecognisable since required rather than being obliged to it has been restored and extended buy a whole packet. The open sign outand has now aptly become the New side also offers: ‘Lawnmovers serviced Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre & repaired’. with a cafe and shop. The shortcut has The original electrical business been removed and the whole Ferret was started by Len Halfacre in an old Green area attractively landscaped and wooden hut situated at the Crossroads. pedestrianised. The business was then taken over by a Mr Wilkinson and finally Fred and Olive Bailey in 1954/5 who displayed a TV in the window of the hut, a washing machine in the shop and had their workshop behind. Fred then moved to the disused Crossroads Pottery building after the deorating firm of Cox and Guy vacated the premises. Here he took charge of radio and television being joined by his brother Maurice and by Mike Hudson who looked after washing machines. The business then expanded when the January 2016 Bailey family purchased the original Restynge House from the church in Copyright © Jill Coulthard. Extract from “Verwood Village to Town”

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Just Another Way To Say ‘I Love You’

Get ready to download a Barry White compilation. Whether it’s the rush of ﬁrst love, a slow-burning romance, or the everlasting bond between friends, love is deﬁnitely in the air. Calling Me – Louise Bay If you’re looking for a good old fashioned romance, with just a hint of erotica, then you need to add this trilogy to your wish list. It’s an age-old friends to lovers story, but with plenty of twists and steamy scenes to keep you reading. Ashleigh and Luke have been friends since childhood, but when Ashleigh’s unrequited love is finally reciprocated, will she be brave enough to risk everything? Can this new relationship survive, or is Luke just on the rebound? A good fun, easy read in the style of Fifty Shades of Grey.

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This Raging Light – Estelle Laure Ah, first love – that raw, all consuming fire that is impossible to ignore. 17 year old Lucille’s mum has walked out, leaving Lucille to bring up her little sister and pay the bills. As if that wasn’t enough to cope with, she’s falling for her best friend’s brother, who is already very much taken. Beautifully written, almost poetic at times, This Raging Light follows Lucille as she stumbles into adulthood. While it’s aimed at the young adult market, don’t let that put you off; you don’t have to be a teenager to immerse yourself in Lucille’s story.

Dear Cathy ... Love, Mary – Catherine Conlon and Mary Phelan It’s 1983 and best friends Cathy and Mary are just starting their adult lives. When one leaves Ireland to work as an au pair in France, the letters start flying back and forth. The vibrancy and hope of youth shines through the pages. At times poignant, but mainly rather funny, Dear Cathy ... Love, Mary is as much a celebration of friendship as it is a coming of age story.

Elsie leaves her childhood sweetheart and West Virginian home town in the 1930s, for a life of adventure in Orlando. A whirlwind romance and painful breakup later, and she returns home to marry Homer (the author’s father). The Albert of the title is Elsie’s pet alligator, who lives in their bath, and serves as a daily reminder of the life she could have been living in Florida. When Homer and Elsie decide to take Albert back to Florida, their trip certainly provides the adventure that Elsie craves, but will it bring her and Homer together, or pull them even further apart?

The Life and Loves of Lena Gaunt – Tracy Farr Octogenarian Lena Gaunt reflects on her life as an experimental musician, wild child and lover. Her first love was the cello, but then came the theremin – an electronic instrument that would see her rise to almost celebrity status. And then came Beatrix… As Lena starts to recount her life for a documentary, she finds her memories resurfacing and the walls she’s built up around her starting to crumble away. Fifty-Two Ways to Love Your Body – Kimber Simpkins In a culture where ‘You’ve lost weight’ is the ultimate compliment and magazines tear celebrities apart for gaining a few pounds or wrinkles, it’s no surprise that women often struggle to love and appreciate the body they have. If you’re fed up of avoiding mirrors and jumping on every dieting bandwagon going, you need this book. Follow one chapter each week, dip in and out as you need, or read it cover to cover - it’s really up to you. There are no lectures, no criticisms, just simple steps to help you regain an appreciation for your body.

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Pioneering Moyles Court School attains solid ranking in the Times League Table

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

sider an independent education, but a school with an academic standing as evidenced by ranking 40th overall in the Times Parent Power Schools Guide for Small Independents (23rd in a specific comparison with other mixed/co-ed schools). Lucy Phillips (pictured) epitomises Moyles Court’s success with 5 A*’s, 5 A’s and a B in her GCSE’s. In addition to taking on more pupils in the senior school, the nursery school has also grown with nursery places for September now limited. Moyles Court School is a co-ed school taking pupils from 2½ to 16 years. The school is located on a generous site of 14 acres near Ringwood and within the New Forest. It runs a diversity of extra-curricular activities and is part of the Forest Schools Network, an organisation which broadens pupils’ experience of nature and the environment.

Celebrating the best of British wildlife photography

eahorses off Studland and a butterfly near Lulworth feature in the British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) exhibition at Moors Valley Country Park near Ringwood from 16 January until 28 February. With 16 categories, including a special film category (Wildlife in HD), the Awards showcase the very best of nature photography and raise awareness about biodiversity, British species and their habitats. Filmed in Dorset, the video, ‘The Last Seahorse in Studland?’ carried off top prize in the special Wildlife in HD category. Shot by Andy Jackson and written and narrated by Jackie Daly, their idea to film the life cycle of seahorses off the Dorset coast turned into a plea to help the species after only one seahorse was sighted despite expert assistance. The Dorset coast also features in the competition’s Habitat category with Rich-

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

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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.

Caught on Camera part 3 - Billy’s depression.

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

wood-burning stove. I could not get him out and he wanted to be left alone. He did not eat so we just had to leave him. Next day he came out of hiding and we put up a barrier to stop him getting back behind the stove. Yet another day passed, depression continued, we worried about how we could help him. Fresh food was again put out for him, and finally he was eating. That evening, we heard a very loud “Me..OOOOO..W!” Panic from the other cats, all eyes went to the top of the stairs. Blackie and Chloe were horrified and became very territorial, got ready to mount an attack, Jason was his cowardly self, so took a step back and left it to the girls to do the dirty work! Henry did not quite know what to do, if it went to a chase, he was ready! Tammy just looked on, at 17, she just spared a glance at the commotion, then went back to sleep. Billy was calling for more food, quickly sorted! We heard him crunching and munching, he was really hungry, after which he started to groom himself and to lick his lips. He had not tried to groom himself since he had lost his leg. He was taking an interest in the other cats down below. We were so relieved to see and hear him and to know that the awful depression had passed. We could now look forward to his further rehabilitation. 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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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

THREE LEGGED CROSS LINE DANCING

Meet at the Village Hall. Mondays 8—10.30pm.. All levels, ages & sexes welcome. Contact Geoff Green 01202 825386

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

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

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

VERWOOD ROTARY CLUB

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 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 TRAD JAZZ CLUB

The Hideaway, Moorlands Road, Verwood, BH31 7PD on 3rd Thursday of the month. Good Food & Bar. Gigs from 8-11pm. (Doors open from 7pm). No membership required. Contact Geoff 07798 721405

SENIOR FRIENDSHIP DINING CLUB

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 PANTOMIME SOCIETY

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

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

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

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. 4th Saturday in the month at 12.30pm at the Methodist Church, Vicarage Contact Membership Secretary: Janet Matthews 01202 855001 Road, Verwood. Enjoy a really warm welcome and a tasty 2 course meal inc coffee or tea £4.50. Ring for a lift. To Book call: VERWOOD AFTERNOON TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD Jean 01202 825533 or Lin 07906 303212 Meets at the Memorial Hall, Verwood, on the first Thursday of the month at 2pm Visitors and New Members welcome. Various indoor activities, THREE LEGGED CROSS SHORT MAT BOWLS outings and visits to the theatre. Contact Jean Honey 01202 827339. Meet at Three Legged Cross Village Hall Friday afternoons 2pm-5pm Friday evenings 7pm-9.30pm Contact: Peter Turnham 01202 823440 RINGWOOD ANTIQUES CLUB Greyfriars Community Centre, 4th Wednesday of the month VERWOOD PROBUS CLUB at 7.00pm for 7.30pm. New members & visitors welcome rd Monthly meetings - 3 Tuesday at noon in Crane Valley Golf Club for Membership and programme details 01425 471348 lunch and then a speaker. Membership enquiries welcomed from local retired prof. & business men. Contact: Secretary 01202 822569 VERWOOD BOWLING CLUB Road) First class facilities aimed to encourage the sport of RINGWOOD COMMUNITY CHOIR, “SING FOR JOY” (Moorlands bowling at all levels. Anyone interested in finding out more please Mixed choir, singing harmony songs from around the world-African, contact Geoff Finn on 01202 824945, or just come along. gospel, Taize, folk etc. No auditions, beginners as well as experienced singers age 10 upwards. Meet at Greyfriars Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:30. VERWOOD TOWN NETBALL CLUB Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick 01725 517807. 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. MUSIC FOR THE MIND Training at Emmanuel Middle school 7.30 til 9pm. 07912 444099 At the United Reformed Church, Verwood. 4th Monday of the Month at 10.30am excluding August. Singing meeting for people with memory VERWOOD CHORAL SOCIETY problems. Aim is to give carer & cared for quality time together. FREE. We rehearse Monday evenings at 7.30pm in the St Michael’s Church. For more information call Gwen Turner on 01202 827800 . Contact Charmaine Crossley 01202 826050

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LOCAL CLUBS AND SOCIETIES THE DORSET WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION

THE BRACKEN CO. OF ARCHERS.

HARDY PLANT SOCIETY (Dorset Group)

VERWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

VERWOOD EVERGREEN CLUB

VERWOOD ORGAN & KEYBOARD 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 Meets in Memorial Hall, Colehill, every month to hear first-class speakers. Non-members welcome Contact Barbara 01202 882590 for dates and details. Meet Every Tuesday at 2pm in The Hub, Verwood. Alternate weeks Whist and Bingo. Occasional Entertainment New Members Welcome Contact Phyl: 01202-824656

RINGWOOD NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY

Indoor meetings throughout the Winter months, 2nd & 4th Thursdays at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Visitors & new members welcome.Contact Tony 01202 827294

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

VERWOOD FLOWER CLUB

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 Juliet Garrett 01202 820731

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.

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

CRANBORNE LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY

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

CRANBORNE BOWLING 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

VERWOOD & DISTRICT RAMBLING CLUB

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

VERWOOD MEMORIAL HALL

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.

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More seats for AGFA

he Members of Active Games For All (AGFA) in Verwood have now handed over the balance of their funds, £2,788.27 to pay for two additional seats alongside the Multi-Use Games Area, but facing onto the Verwood Memorial Recreation Ground. These funds will also contribute to two seats that will be installed in the updated Children’s Play area due to be carried out by the Town Council in the spring. Any residual funds will go towards additional seating that may be required.

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Computer Love What do you get the gadget fan who has everything?

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

cases, where there are some fantastic designs to choose from. A woven Ted Baker case for the iPad Mini is £35, while Pipetto.co.uk’s clever Origami cases are around £30. You’ll find all kinds of household names making phone and tablet cases including Radley, Michael Kors and Aspinal of

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own ones are fairly nice and predictably expensive, but you don’t need to pay quite so much: metal straps from the likes of Hoco (£48) and leather ones from Nomad (around £70) look and feel fantastic, and having multiple straps means the Watch fits with any outfit from ultracasual to seriously formal. It’s a similar story with smartphone and tablet

headphones, rising to around £200 for high-end sets from Bose - or wireless speakers, which are great for streaming music from the likes of Spotify or Apple Music at home, in the garden or on the beach when Summer finally returns. We’re big fans of the Bose Soundlink Mini (£169), but you needn’t

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Health Raynaud’s Phenomenon: It’s Not Just Cold Toes.

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

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

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

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

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Local Entertainment Centres Exhibition: John Hinchcliffe Prints. His great love of the The Salisbury Museum. The King's decorative, the traditional and the rural is showcased 10am - 5pm (Mon - through this captivating selection of bold linocut prints House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, WiltUntil 13 Feb Sat) SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. and their blocks. No booking required. Normal admission shire. www.salisburymuseum.org.uk charges apply. Exhibition by John Craxton (1922-2009) : ‘A Poetic Eye: A life in art from Cranborne Chase to Crete’, features Salisbury Museum. The King's and drawings over seven decades. This exhibi- The 10am - 5pm (Mon - paintings House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, Wilttion explores Craxton’s creative journey from war-time Until 7 May Sat) shire. SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. entrapment in Dorset and Wiltshire to a liberated life in www.salisburymuseum.org.uk the light and heat and colour of Greece. No booking required. Normal admission charges apply. To book please contact Jim or Tracy on 50 Bird Challenge Join Blashford staff for a 50 bird chal- 01425 472760 or BlashfordMon 8, 24 10am - 12noon lenge on a short walk around Blashford Lakes. Sorry no Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Tern Feb dogs.Suggested donation £4 per person. Hide car park off Ellingham Drove. Sorry no dogs. Edmondsham Forest School, Edmond"Adventure in the Woods" Forest School days for chilHouse, Edmondsham Village, dren from 3-9 years of age. Spend the day exploring the sham Wimborne, Dorset BH21 5RE. For16,17 & 18 8.45am - 4.15pm woods, campfire cooking, creating beautiful nature crafts Near School face book page, Verity RobFeb etc. £25 per day (sibling discount) incl lunch, snacks and est bins 07718 056539 or email drinks. www.elves-fairieswoodlandnursery.co.uk elvesandfairies@live.co.uk. For further details and to book (places Twitter, Tweet and Quack A 'Wild Day Out!' for 8-12 year are limited), please contact Sue olds. Join the team for indoor craft and a Winter bird Shawyer on 02380 285102. Wild Days Tue 16 Feb(8 watch! We will be exploring the further flung hides and Out! are offered in partnership with New - 12yrs), 17 10am - 3pm footpaths so children should be equipped for a good Forest District Council and registered Feb(5 -7yrs) walk. Admission £16 (includes a voluntary £4 donation to with Ofsted and take place at the Blashthe Wildlife Trust). Booking essential. ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. FILM: Hotel Transylvania 2 (Cert U). Adult £4, U16 £2. The Hub, Verwood* Wed 17 Feb 12pm & 2.30pm FILM: Spectre (Cert 12A). Adult £4, U16 £2. The Hub, Verwood* Wed 17 Feb 5pm & 8pm Bird Puppets Create a bird puppet from recycled materi- To book please contact Jim or Tracy on als and then head out on a walk to discover dazzling 01425 472760 or BlashfordLakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the BlashThu 18 Feb 10.30am - 12noon ducks, fab finches, wonderful woodpeckers and much, much more! Children must be accompanied by adults. ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Sorry no dogs. Suggested donation £4 per person. Drove, BH24 3PJ. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present John Maddocks' The Albion Inn, Station Rd, Verwood. 8pm - 10.30pm. Jazzmen. Superb New Orleans & Traditional Jazz. BH31 7LB. Meals available from 6pm. Thu 18 Feb Doors Open 7pm Please note this is a New Venue. Bar Meals or in the restaurant Moors Memorial Hall, Station East Dorset NT Association - Robert Farrington, Visitor West West Moors, BH22 0HZ. All WelExperience Manager for the RSPB, gives an illustrated Road, Mon 22 Feb 2.30pm come. More info Janet Matthews 01202 talk on the nature reserve at Arne 855001 - www.ednta.org Tue 23 Feb

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The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936 book please contact Jim or Tracy on Blashford Birds and Beer! Join Blashford Lakes staff To 472760 or Blashfordfor a guided walk around the reserve with the added bo- 01425 Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet and park at nus of finishing in time for lunch in the welcoming warmth the Alice Lisle pub, Rockford. of the local pub! Suggested donation £4 per person. Sorry no dogs. AVON VALLEY CONCERTS presents a classical music The United Reformed Church, Salisbury recital with the Aurora Ensemble (wind quintet) perform- Street, Fordingbridge SP6 1AB. ing a programme of works by Mozart, Vivaldi, Nielsen, www.avonvalleyconcerts.com Ligeti, Rossini and Patterson

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Sun 28 Feb

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Young Naturalists / Wildlife Rangers Get outside, learn To book please contact Jim or Tracy on new skills and improve your wildlife knowledge whilst 01425 472760 or Blashfordhaving fun! Specifically for 13 to 18 year olds, Please Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashdress to be outside and bring a packed lunch. Suggested ford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham donation £4 per person. Drove, BH24 3PJ. Sorry no dogs.

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6.30pm

The Salisbury Museum. The King's A talk by Ian Collins: 'John Craxton: A portrait of the artist House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, Wilton Cranborne Chase and Crete' shire. SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

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Wildlife Tots: March into Spring Outdoor play, explora10.30am-12noon OR tion and discovery for pre-school aged children and their 1-2.30pm parents or carers. Suggested donation £3 per child. Booking essential.

To book your place please contact Tracy on 01425 472760 or BlashfordLakes@hiwwt.org.uk. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Education Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 3PJ. Children must be accompanied by adults. Sorry no dogs.

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Thu 17 Mar

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Fri 25 Mar

for contact details of many Local Entertainment Centres Verwood United Reform Church, Manor Verwood U3A: Guest Speaker Peter Preen (former cus- Rd, Verwood. See todian of Clouds Hill) on "Lawrence of Arabia"; www.verwoodu3a.org.uk or refreshments, non-members welcome ring 01202 820823 Verwood Arts and Craft Society . Talk by Dave Bibden United Reformed Church Hall, Manor entitled Woodland Craft and Conservation in the New Road Verwood. Further information from Forest. Ann Aitken 01202 893659 Furlong Wedding Fayre - get inspired with local wedding The Furlong shopping centre, Ringwood suppliers and businesses Preparing for Spring - to cut or not to cut? Mini master- Knoll Gardens, Hampreston, Wimborne class with the UK's leading authority on ornamental 7ND Book at grasses to ensure your borders and grasses are ready to BH21 www.knollgardens.co.uk produce the wow factor this summer. £12.00 ImpAct Theatre presents: Breaking the Code - by Hugh Whitemore, directed by Patricia Richardson. The play based on the book 'Alan Turing: The Enigma' by Andrew The Hub, Verwood* Hodges and the source material for the recent film The Imitation Game. Tickets: £12 & £10 Concessions The Albion Inn, Station Rd, Verwood. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present "Sunset Cafe 7LB. Meals available from 6pm. Stomper".Traditional New Orleans Jazz & Stride Piano BH31 Bar Meals or in the restaurant 'Sing For Spring'. The Mayor of Verwood's charity singing event. Details and ticket prices TBC PREHISTORY OPEN WEEKEND - variety of hands-on activities and demonstrations of skills for visitors to experience, including Prehistoric Falconry displays! Food and refreshments available. Tickets available on the Gate only: £6 adults/£3 children (4-16yrs) under 4s free.

The Hub, Verwood* Ancient Technology Centre, Damerham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5RP www.ancienttechnologycentre.co.uk. 01725 517618

Priest's House Museum & Garden, 2327 High Street, Wimborne, BH21 1HR. 01202 882533. www.priest-house.co.uk 11am-3pm Easter Family Fun Day (with chicks, donkeys & crafts) The Furlong shopping centre, Ringwood No need to book, please contact Jim or Tracy on 01425 472760 or BlashfordNature Trail Discover spring wildlife on a self11am - 3pm (Drop in Easter Lakes@hiwwt.org.uk for further informafamily trail. Explore Blashford Lakes and comanytime to start from guided tion. Meet at the Blashford Lakes Eduplete the challenge for a fairtrade chocolate reward! Al11 - 2.30) cation Centre, Ellingham Drove, BH24 low 1hour - 1.5hours for the activity. 3PJ. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs.

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Scenes of Wimborne and East Dorset: Art exhibition of works by W.J. Hawker. Normal admission charge.

Wed 30 Mar 7.30pm.

Pete Shaw plays his Korg keyboard, Verwood Keyboard The Hub, Verwood* Tickets on the Society; £5 members, £7 visitors door. Enquiries : Janetta 01202 822936

2.30pm

West Moors Memorial Hall, Station East Dorset NT Association - Matthew Phillips will give a Road, West Moors, BH22 0HZ. All Weltalk on The Seasons through the Eyes of a Gamekeeper come. More info Janet Matthews 01202 855001 - www.ednta.org

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"Adventure in the Woods" Forest School days for children from 3-9 years of age. Spend the day exploring the woods, campfire cooking, creating beautiful nature crafts etc. £25 per day (sibling discount) incl lunch, snacks and drinks. www.elves-fairieswoodlandnursery.co.uk

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Verwood United Reform Church, Manor Verwood. See Fun Quiz: prizes, refreshments, non-members welcome Rd, www.verwoodu3a.org.uk or ring 01202 820823

Mon 4 Apr

Wed 13th Apr 7.30pm

Verwood Arts and Craft society. Work evening with Michelle Legg doing Papercraft entitled "Fold it and Frame it"

United Reformed Church Hall, Manor Road Verwood. Further information from Ann Aitken 01202 893659

Dominic Kirwan - LIVE. The legendary Irish entertainer performs his many hits. Tickets: £18.50 Storytelling - let yourself be entertained with a story around an open fire, in a magical venue, purpose-built for just such an evening. Tickets via EDHT on 01202 888992 £10 adults/£5 children - age restrictions may apply. Verwood Traditional Jazz Club present "Chris Pearce's Frenchmen Street Jazz Men". Good uplifting traditional & New Orleans Jazz

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Thu 21 Apr

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Sat 23 Apr

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Drawing Course. £12 per 2hr Session

Sat 23 Apr

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Plant Fair featuring specialist nurseries and nationally renowned expert growers. Free admission to plant fair, normal admission to vist the garden

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Ancient Technology Centre, Damerham Road, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5RP www.ancienttechnologycentre.co.uk. 01725 517618 The Albion Inn, Station Rd, Verwood. BH31 7LB. Meals available from 6pm. Bar Meals or in the restaurant The Hub Verwood. Contact Anya on 07737326846 to Book your place and see www.tandem22.co.uk for more details Knoll Gardens, Hampreston, Wimborne BH21 7ND. www.knollgardens.co.uk

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

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Worcester Bosch Accredited installer now offering up to 10 years warranty on selected products. Local authority approved contractor also featuring on Verwood & Three legged Cross neighbourhood watch recommended traders list.

Verwood based covering East Dorset, West Hampshire, Bournemouth and Poole. Free no obligation quotes available on request.

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Verwood Photography Club Autumn Competition

erwood photography group are a group of individuals who enjoy photography and sharing their skills and ideas with other members. They meet once a month in Verwood to discuss techniques and share photographs in weekly topics on their Facebook page. Members often get together on impromptu field trips where they share their knowledge of night-time time lapse photography and taking very special sunrise pictures. https://www. facebook. com/groups/Verwoodphotograghygroup/. The group welcomes new members to their very active group. Recently along with our normal exciting weekly topics we ran an autumn competiJohn Larry’s “Autumn Leaves tion. We had some beautiful in the sunlight”. autumn entries from our members.

John Larry’s “Ringwood Forest” autumn sunlight”.

We thought it would be great to share the winning four pictures, chosen by members. John Larry’s pictures were the group’s favourites with his Ringwood forest pictures. We asked him to say a little about himself and his wonderful, vibrant images. This is what John had to say about himself: “I am a member of Fordingbridge Camera Club and a life member of Chichester Camera Club. My main interests in photography are animals, landscapes, fantasy/surrealism and humour. I have had my images exhibited in 53 different countries. The images of mine were taken in Ringwood Forest.” Stafan Olech’s “The Old pier at Swanage.”

Tracey Smith’s “Spider’s web”.

Runners up were Tracey Smith and Stafan Olech with their super pictures. Tracey’s intricate Spider’s web and Stafan’s magical The Old pier at Swanage.

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Repairs & Spares for most makes of Domestic Appliances Washing Machines, Dishwashers, Dryers, Cookers & Ovens

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Tel: 01202 814138 (Verwood based)

Patios & Driveways in Sandstone, Limestone Patios- Specialising and Concrete paving slabs Tarmac Brickwork & Repointing Gravel & Shingle Repairs & Maintenance

References and viewing of previous work available

Call Mark in Verwood on

01202 855051 07932 722075 All work carried out by proprietor

Fayrewood Trees and Landscapes Ltd Professional Tree Surgery - Qualified and Insured

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

TREE WORK Felling... Pruning... Stump Removal... Hedge Cutting

Turfing... Fencing... Patios... Maintenance... Clearance.

Serving Dorset and New Forest Contact us on

01202 826343 or mobile 07803 040801 www.Fayrewood-Trees-and-Landscapes-Verwood.co.uk

Verwood Carpet Company Fast, friendly, professional.

Home Selection Service Established 30 years

All types of Flooring supplied and ﬁtted No job too big or small

Call Scott

07801 133759

anytime - evenings too!

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1two3 Cleaning Services

MILLERS

 Local, reliable and professional.  Domestic, Ofﬁce & Holiday Let cleaning.  Window cleaning - from £10.00.  Gutters, sofﬁts & fascias cleaned.  Carpet cleaning - from £15.00.

Large stocks of antiques & decorative items. Restoration of furniture undertaken.

www.123cleaning.org.uk

Call Chris on: 07792 257919 / 0800 002 9396

or email: enquiries@123cleaning.org.uk

ANTIQUES Netherbrook House 86 Christchurch Road Ringwood BH24 1DR

Tel: 01425 472062

www.millers-antiques.co.uk

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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-02/16

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.newforest.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 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.dorsetforyou.com and www.hants.gov.uk for Dorset and Hampshire - dates that are in white are where days differ for Hampshire. Term/holiday Spring Term: 4 Jan - 24 March 16 Half Term: 15 Feb - 19 Feb 16 Easter Holidays: 25 March - 8 April 16 Summer Term: 11 April - 20 July 16 Half Term: 30 May - 3 June 16 Summer Holidays: 21(23)July - 31 Aug 16 (2 Sept 16) Autumn Term: 1(5) Sept - 16 Dec 16 Half Term: 24 Oct - 28 Oct 16 Christmas Holidays: 19 Dec 16 - 2 Jan 17 UK holidays Easter: 25 & 28 March 16 May Day: 2 May 16 Spring Bank Holiday: 30 May 16 Summer Bank Holiday: 29 Aug 16 Christmas: 25 & 26 Dec 16 New Year: 1 Jan 17 More useful information overleaf

Mini Dog Training Dog Training Classes in Verwood.

‘BETTER DOGS’ •Puppies and Adult Dogs. •Fun, Friendly Classes. •Home Visits Available. Qualified and Fully Insured.

Call Carole

01202 814681 07732 743719

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Kirsteen Freer

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Pre-School

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Kirsteen Freer 01725 517807

www.elves-fairieswoodlandnursery.co.uk

Edmondsham Forest School

Woodland Nursery & Toddler Group Weekend and Holiday Sessions. Parent/Grandparent/Child Sessions Childrens Birthday Parties.

Frances: 01202 824338

near Verwood (from 2 years of age)

Education

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Elves & Fairies Woodland Nursery

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Contact: Tanya Marsh

01725 517188

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Tree Care

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SHOWROOM

Unit 2, Endeavour Park, Crow Arch lane, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SF.

01425 476876

www.ringwoodplumbing.co.uk showroom@ringwoodplumbing.co.uk

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USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS Police / Crime

Utilities / Emergencies

Verwood Police Station

101

Wimborne Police Station Crimestoppers

101 0800 55 51 11

Local Councils & Agencies

Police, Fire & Ambulance Emergency Electricity - SSE Emergency Gas - Emergency

999 08000 72 72 82 0800 111 999

BT Faultline

0800 800 151 01202 59 00 59

East Dorset District Council

01202 79 50 96

Water - Bournemouth Water

Dorset County Council Verwood Town Council Wimborne Town Council

01305 22 10 00 01202 82 08 80 01202 88 16 55

- Southern –leaks 0800 820 999 Sewerage–Southern-emergency 0330 303 0368 (& water)- Wessex 0345 600 4600

Colehill Parish Council

01202 90 08 21

Environment Agency Floodline(warnings & Advice)

0800 80 70 60 0345 988 11 88

Citizens Advice Bureau Visitor Information—Wimborne

01202 82 28 25 01202 88 61 16

Bournemouth A&E NHS Non Emergency Bournemouth Hospital Christchurch Hospital Poole Hospital

01202 70 41 69 111 01202 30 36 26 01202 48 63 61 01202 66 55 11

National Rail Enquiries National Express Coaches Bournemouth Airport Southampton Airport Traveline (Bus, Coach, Ferry & Rail)

0345 748 49 50 0871 781 81 81 01202 36 40 00 0844 481 7777 0871 200 22 33

Salisbury Hospital

01722 33 62 62

AA (Automobile Association)

0800 88 77 66

Southampton Hospital Wimborne Hospital

023 8077 72 22 01202 85 64 10

RAC (Royal Automobile Club) Wilts & Dorset Bus Enquiries

0333 2000 999 01202 33 84 20

Samaritans

01202 551 999

Childline

0800 11 11

Drinkline National Debtline RSPCA -Ashley Heath Al-anon (10am-10pm) year round Relate-Dorset & South Wilts Community Legal Advice Direct

0300 123 1110 0808 808 40 00 0300 123 07 49 0207 403 0888 01305 26 22 85 0345 345 43 45

NSPCC Age Uk Seniorline Alcoholics Anonymous, 24 hours: National Drugs Helpline

0808 800 50 00 01202 530 530 0808 800 65 65 0845 769 75 55 0800 77 66 00

Hospitals

Information Travel

Helplines

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

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

V-10/15

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.

Your Local Picture Framer Est. 30 years

Heating & Plumbing

FAYREWOOD FRAMES with adjoining

Photography Studio Passport Photos Open:Tues-Fri 9am - 5pm Sat 9am - 1pm

01202 822329

Call: 01202 854611 / 07870 266801 Covering Verwood, Ferndown & Wimborne areas.

Email: smrgas@aol.com Accredited Installer.

7 Year Guarantee. 200100

Behind the Post Office, Manor Road, Verwood

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TREE CARE

All aspects of tree surgery carried out including:

• Stump grinding • Hedge trimming • Re-planting • Site clearance • Wimborne based company covering most of Dorset and Hampshire. Fully insured and NPTC qualified.

01258 840044 / 07763 018101

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