June 2014 No.281
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Portsmouth D-Day 70th Anniversary FREE Family Experience Weekend 7th – 8th June
Southsea, Portsmouth is hosting a free, family D-Day Experience weekend on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th June to mark the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings, which took place on 6th June 1944.
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outhsea Common will come alive with entertainment and activities for all ages including live music from the 1940s, arena displays and parades, military vehicle exhibitions, lindy hop dancers, a 1940s vintage market, archive and war film screenings, talks by local veterans, homefront displays, photographic exhibitions, street theatre performances and much more. On the Saturday evening, 7th June from 7pm, a lively family concert will feature hit music from the 1940s with live singers and bands building up to a fireworks finale. Mark the occasion in style by going along in 1940s clothes and don’t forget your dancing shoes. D-Day was a turning point in the Second World War, and a moment when the course of world events depended on the Allied troops taking part. Southsea Seafront, Portsmouth Dockyard and naval bases in Gosport played a vital role in preparing and supplying the D-Day fleet and were critical embarkation points. Southwick House, just north of the city, was the headquarters of General Eisenhower during the operation. For more details www.visitportsmouth.co.uk.
Southsea is also home to the D-Day Museum, Britain’s only museum dedicated solely to covering all aspects of the D-Day landings in Normandy. For more information visit: www.ddaymuseum.co.uk or call 023 9282 6722.
Children’s ode to Summer at Warsash Common
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poetry challenge to get kids writing
additional challenge for the contributing poets to
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locate their poem. Executive Member of Leisure
will encourage children and families to visit the countryside. Fareham Borough Council is calling on children aged 16 and under to write poems about ‘Summer’. The poems will then be displayed on Warsash Common’s poetry path, a 1-2 mile walk featuring the verses from local children. The walk ends with an array of poems hanging from the branches of a prominent oak and provides an
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and Community, Councillor Connie Hockley told The Informer; “The poetry path at Warsash Common is a great way for children to explore their creativity and the countryside. We hope participants, their families and others will be encouraged to visit the site and marvel at the lyrical talent whilst they walk.”
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Local man says thank you by getting on his bike
If you see the man from this photograph cycling past your door, or from your car, please wave or smile, as he’s training for something worthwhile.
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e is no Olympic athlete, although early in life there were aspirations, having crewed for several Gold and Silver medal winners from his local Hamble River Sailing Club. But then, aged 15, while a pupil at Hamble County Secondary School (now Hamble Sports Complex), he was struck down with a ‘mystery illness’, which, in fact, was a life threatening brain haemorrhage. The subsequent surgery left him with epilepsy and a left hemiplegia. It could have been worse. Local man Nick Ward is getting fit for a challenge he’s set himself to complete on 22nd August this year, his birthday, and the anniversary of the first ever ‘Americas’ Cup Trophy Race’ that took place in 1851, which was competed over a 55 mile circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight, and won by the racing schooner ‘America’. Since then, despite several unsuccessful challenges, the cup, known as the “Auld Mug” has stayed on foreign shores. So, why should you smile or wave at Nick as he rides by on his bike? Well, It’s payback time for Nick, as he wants to thank those who saved him back
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in 1971, by raising money for the Neurological Unit at Southampton’s’ General Hospital. And so, come August, Nick will circumnavigate the Island, by bike. He will be accompanied by Chris, his wife, and others, on his 62 mile quest. Nick’s personal target is to raise £1,851.00, a reflection of the date when the ‘Auld Mug’ was lost and he already has the pledged support of several local companies. ‘Smile4Wessex’ is a charitable organization, which raises much needed funds for The Wessex Neurological Unit, and their web-site can be found at: www.smile4wessex.org. This Regional Unit saves and changes hundreds of children’s and adults’ lives annually and serves the whole of the Wessex region.
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The Computer Man launches new Computer Systems
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he Computer Man is launching its own brand of Computers this summer.
Built with quality components and available with any operating system, they are set to be the ideal solution for customers preferring Windows 7 and wanting to purchase locally with personal service and free professional advice.
Hamble Valley Rotary Club
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any people remember Bev Smith who was a much loved member of the Club.
Established now for many years the local IT specialists have built an enviable reputation and large customer base providing a quick and efficient same day/ next day repair service. Having already sold hundreds of Computers and fixed thousands of machines, they offer a service simply not available in the large electrical superstores. For all your personal computer needs you can contact Martin or Scott on 01489 785646, pop into their Botley shop or get service online at www.ComputermanIT.com
Bev died tragically in 2011 when on stage at Curdridge. Bev was a TV producer and video maker and had made a promotional video for the Rotary Jaipur Limb Trust in Kampala. On Bev’s death, money collected in his memory was given to the Club and, after much deliberation and with the agreement of Bev’s family, the money has been used in helping to fund the development of a physiotherapy unit at the Great Lakes Rehabilitation unit in Kampala, where Bev had made the video. A celebration of the opening of the unit was held on 29 May at the Botleigh Grange Hotel and ‘The Beverley Smith Physiotherapy Unit’ is a fitting tribute to Bev’s memory. June is always a busy month for the Club as it concludes with the Young Carers’ Festival at Faithorne Manor. This is a remarkable event organised by Fairthorne and the Children’s Society. For many years now the Club has had the privilege of running a café at the Festival. If you are interested in volunteering or would like to mention a local need please get in touch through their website: hamblevalleyrotary.co.uk
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and J Cole Ltd are now the south’s largest display for stoves and fireplaces, gas fires and electric fires. Having such a variety from contemporary to traditional there is a stove and fireplace for every possibility. In the new showroom they have all the latest designs from Sweden for the contemporary stoves and from Holland the cutting edge design in gas fires. Being a family run company for over 38 years in the fireplace industry, T and J Cole believe recommendation plays a huge part in the success of the company so you have peace of mind that T and J Cole will always make sure the installation is completed to the high standard. Please feel free to visit the showroom Monday to Saturday 9 till 5. Also they have a kid’s corner with toys and a TV, to give parents time to view their range. Cole House, Lower Quay Road, Fareham PO16 0RG 01329 823120 www.firesandfireplaces.co.uk
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meets fortnightly on Monday afternoons at 2.00pm in The Victory Hall. They have a raffle, speaker or musical entertainers at every meeting and also occasional outings and pub lunches. On Monday 2nd June our chosen charity, Canine Partners, will visit, hopefully with one of their trained dogs. On Monday 16th June Brian Butcher will give a talk, with slides, on the Hamble Lifeboat. On Monday 30th June a return musical visit by Miranda, who plays various instruments. New members and visitors are always welcome. For further information please ring Mary Ford on 01489 584923.
They also showcase their collection with the famous “Ladies Lets Lunch”. They take their “pop up shop”, raise money for their chosen charity and the ladies really enjoy the day.
Post Card from Brighton has been flying out of the shop, due to the simplicity, the colours and easy to wear casuals. Ficelle trousers are a must for your wardrobe, many colours and a comfortable smart slim leg that flatters all sizes. Corals, yellows, blues and greens, whites and blacks are all you need - and only in Warsash.
The Warsash Over 60’s Fellowship Club
Their upcoming events are: Chewton Glenn on June 23rd for the Dave Welman Cancer Trust and at the lovely St Mary’s Church in Warsash on October 28th, also for the D.W.C.T., raising money for cancer research. Please ring the shop for more information.
Top honours go to pupils from C.J. Dancing
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.J. Dancing would like to congratulate all their pupils who took part in their latest Ballroom exams.
West End Singers
invite you to their summer concerts. Sun 15th June 2.45pm at the 2000 Centre, Hedge End - reservation enquiries to Di 07919847705. Sun 21st June 7.30pm at the Discovery Centre, Winchester – tickets available online at www.westendsingers. co.uk or from Ingrid at 02380 404881.
The Friends of Fareham Community Hospital
are holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 26th June at 7.00 pm in the Tom Smith Room, Fareham Community Hospital, Brook Lane, Sarisbury, SO31 7DQ. Members of the public are very welcome at this event, when a GP from the Fareham & Gosport Clinical Commissioning Group will be giving a talk on the Group’s plans for the future of health care in our area and the effect it could have on the work of the Hospital.
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Over 50 exams were taken by pupils from their adult and children¹s classes, with 19 of those achieving marks over 90 percent with Honours. This term saw 16 children from their Thursday evening Ballroom children¹s class enjoy taking part, and for 8 of those dancers it was their first experience of medal tests, and all did themselves very proud. Congratulations for passing their first medal test goes to: Madison Stroud, Isla Cluett, Katelyn Tuck, Daisy Moody, Ava Bennell, Amelia Ball, Kristin Collett and Katie Hughes. Congratulations also go to: Emily Borkett, Bae Dawson, Henry Dawson Rachel Haskell, Gemma Haskell, Millie Rodwell and to Harry Rodwell who received honours in his Latin 3rd Gold Bar. All are pictured here with other pupils from C.J. Dancing. Other children not in the picture receiving honours are: Jasmine Saunders, Lewis Whale and Millie Lowes. If you have a child who is interested in learning Ballroom and Latin, please contact C.J. Dancing on 01489 584502 or 07786 175188.
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New Mobility Store - Southampton
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bleworld, the UK’s leading mobility company, is delighted to announce the opening of its latest franchise store in Southampton. Ableworld Southampton is owned by local businessmen Jeff Newman, Steven Thompson and Chris Hewitt and is located at 42-46 Portsmouth Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 9AD. Ableworld is easy and convenient to reach with ample free parking.
From spacious premises, Ableworld offers customers a wide selection of quality mobility and homecare products. A local store, staffed by local people is often the place to go for the best service and that is certainly the case here, but Ableworld is also the place to find the keenest prices and enjoyable shopping experience. The store stocks a very wide range of products including larger items such as mobility scooters, wheelchairs, adjustable beds and rise and recline chairs but also many smaller items to help with day to day tasks. They also hold a wide range of products to help with bathing, toileting and dressing as well as a range of continence care products. Ableworld also installs stairlifts and service scooters. Whatever the product, the aim is to help people to lead easier, more comfortable and independent lives.
The directors of Ableworld Southampton are all local people who have significant experience behind them. Jeff’s working history goes back over 35 years and includes retail, construction and hospitality. His most recent role was as a local Franchised Milkman and was 2008 Southern area Milkman of the Year. Many of Jeff’s old customers are similar in age and needs to Ableworld’s core customers. Steven and Chris have had a successful partnership for several years and bring their skills from construction and mechanical engineering into the business, something that will be particularly useful on the stairlift and scooter side of the business. All three directors have undertaken Ableworld’s extensive and rigorous training programme so that they can assess customers correctly and provide the right solutions for the variety of customer’s needs they will face.
Jeff has a clear view how he and his fellow directors can help local people who need mobility equipment “Having had daily contact with elderly and disabled customers in my previous
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occupation, I witnessed several fall injuries and mobility complaints. With our store having good parking and being on several main bus routes I believe our highly visible and accessible superstore on Portsmouth Road, opposite the bus station, will fill a gap in the market and serve as a welcome benefit to the community.” Whatever your needs, you can be assured of a range of quality products from names you can trust. Why not call in? Open 8.30 to 5.30 Monday to Saturday you can visit your new Ableworld store at 42-46 Portsmouth Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 9AD. Tel: 02380 440000.
CELEBRATING THEIR FIRST YEAR AT
BOUTIQUE
Lydia Rose Boutique a unique baby and children’s store, stocking beautiful day wear, fabulous occasion wear and adorable accessories.
Lydia Rose Boutique has been open for a year this June and what a successful year it has been. They have opened up a second room which is a dedicated occasion room for christening wear, flower girl dresses and occasion wear from newborn up to 6 years. They have expanded their gift range making sure they have something for everyone to suit all budgets. They can also make up hampers and gift boxes to order.
our customers for their continued £5.00 Off* To thank support and to help us celebrate. *Offer vaild until 28/6/14, minimum £10.00 spend applies, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Contact us: 01329 235771 203a West Street, Fareham, PO16 0EN
www.lydiaroseboutique.co.uk
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They are looking forward to another great year and exploring the idea of expanding into shoes, socks and tights. So it is an exciting time for the rapidly growing boutique. “We are grateful for all the support from our customers and hope we are here for many years to come.”
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Waterlooville Music Festival
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aterlooville Music Festival takes place from Saturday June 14th - 22nd in this its ninth year and what an exciting week it will be. There is a full and varied programme with some new performers and some old favourites. There are opportunities to dance and to sing if you feel like it or just go along and soak up the atmosphere. There is a competition for a new piece of music. The winner will have their composition performed during The Last Night of the Proms and will receive a prize. More details can be found on line. Market Place Music have their traditional day of music on the first Saturday with musicians all around the town and St George’s Church will have their Summer Fete. In the evening it is party night with dancing to the six piece band Out of the Shadows. Throughout the week there are free lunchtime concerts including Noah, Nigel Smith, Colin Towner, Robbie Rich and Paul Taylor. There are schools concerts and workshops. Their amazing programme finishes up with The Last Night of the Proms. All concerts take place in St George’s Church. Lunch time concerts are at 12.15 and 1.15 and evening concerts start at 7.30pm. Tickets are £6 for the evening concerts (£5 in advance) and £7 for the Last Night of the Proms. There is a passport ticket costing £25 which will get you into all the concerts bar the Last Night of the Proms, or a passport ticket of £32 which will include the Last Night. Any enquiries to Jane on 02392263576. The complete programme and on-line booking office is open at www.waterloovillemusicfestival.org.uk.
Laura Dunkley Will Rock You!!
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his summer the Laura Dunkley School of Dance and Performing Arts are offering young people a workshop based on the Queen Rock Musical ‘We will rock you!’
This exciting project will be open to young people aged 8 to 18 years of any ability. They aim to further current talents of youngsters and provide those starting out in musical theatre the opportunity to flourish in a fully supported environment. Students will have the chance to learn and develop their skills as singers, dancers and actors but most importantly as performers! As always our week will conclude in a high energy full scale performance at a local theatre! Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment! Workshop Dates: Monday 11th August – Friday 15th August. Mon – Thurs 9am – 1pm and all day Friday with evening performance. Call Sharon on 01489 885246 or email laura@lauradunkleydance.com www.lauradunkleydance.com
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Are your Legal Affairs in Order? Not sure? Then read on...
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ore and more people are enjoying a lengthy ‘old age’. What might this look like? Who will ensure that you receive the care that you want if you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself? Who has the legal right to make such decisions for you and access to the funds to pay for it? No one, not even a spouse, can access assets belonging to someone else. Appointing attorneys to act for you means you choose who makes
Antiques to sell
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ave you got any interesting curiosities hidden away or in the loft, not knowing quite what to do with them? Have you just inherited some boxes of ‘bits’ that are not to your taste - but you don’t know what to do with them? Carol Walker is looking for pretty tea sets, jewellery, small furniture, silver, old fur coats and hats, good quality old or modern curtains and old or interesting things. • Need Space?
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Fair Prices, No Fuss Phone Carol on 01489 602462
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If any of these ring a bell , call Carol on 01489 602462 or email her at carol.wedgwoodlady@ ntlworld.com. Carol can come to you and give you a fair price with no fuss.
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decisions on your behalf. The alternative is that, someone may need to apply to the Court of Protection to request the power to deal with your affairs for you. Do you have a Will? Two thirds of adults in the UK don’t. What will happen in the event of your death? Come along to Knight Polson’s information afternoon to find out why you need a Will and how having one will make your family’s life less difficult when you are no longer there to support them. It is never too early or too late Nicola Davies to consider making a Will or to review and update it. If you do have a Will did you have grandchildren at the time you made it? Does it include them in the event of your children predeceasing you? Come along to Sarisbury Green Community Centre on Tuesday 24 June and enjoy a cup of tea with them. Listening to the short talks and asking all the questions you want, should give you the information you need to make an informed decision as to whether you have everything in place to make life as easy as possible for yourself and your family. For more information contact Nicola Davies at QualitySolicitors Knight Polson Tel: 023 8064 4822
Prevention is better than cure...
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outine care is an important part to being a responsible pet owner and helps your pet to lead a happy and healthy life.
Heathside Vet’s Healthy Pet Club has been designed to be cost effective, and aid you in planning budgets so you can relax in the knowledge that your pet is receiving essential care- they will also send you reminders when your pet is due necessary treatment covered in your plan! Their plan includes annual vaccinations, twice yearly health examinations, a choice of flea and worm treatments and many additional benefits to help you make significant savings throughout your pet’s life such as: • Discounts on selected foods • Free nail clipping • 10% off dental procedures • 10% off neutering procedures, • Micro chipping for £9.99 • 20% off pre operative blood screen and more! Please call on 01489 607001 or visit their website www.heathsidevets.co.uk for more details!
Celebration of Life Ball
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he Gregg School is hosting a Charity Ball on Saturday 5th July in aid of the Countess Mountbatten Hospice Charity.
To enable the charity to support the Hospice, the Countess Mountbatten Hospice Charity need the continued support of the local community and businesses to help ensure they have the funds available to finance this need both now and in the future. There are a number of ways in which support can be given. For example: • Sponsoring one of the tables in the main marquee at the Ball. • Donating a prize for the raffle, to be held during the Ball. • By purchasing tickets for the Ball. (Tickets are priced at £65 per person and include champagne and canapés on arrival, a three course meal and live entertainment). If you would like to support the Charity Ball in other ways, they would be delighted to work with you to maximise the amount raised by this event. Please contact Ruth Andrew, Fundraising Coordinator on 02380 475345 or email: ruth@cmhcarity.org.uk
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he Fourth of August
Anniversary of the outbreak of World War One. Although the area of Locks Heath was largely rural before the recent Whiteley WAGs WI They meet on the SECOND Thursday of the month at Whiteley Primary School at 7.30pm. They have a diverse mix of members of all ages who all share a love of life. If you are looking to meet new friends or learn a new skill then go along to their next meeting, you will be made very welcome. Check their website, www. whiteleywags.co.uk for details of forthcoming meetings. The Warsash WI meet on the last Thursday in every month, in the Victory Hall, at 2.00pm. They enjoy speakers/ entertainers and refreshments at every meeting and also occasional outings and pub lunches. Their next meeting on Thursday June 26th will be their 95th Birthday Party to which guests from their Haven Group are invited. Their entertainment on that day will be Mrs Gough who mimes to music and songs – in sign language – calling it “Signs for Rosie”, which she will explain to us. Visitors and new members are always welcome. For further information please ring Mary Ford on 01489 584923. Sarisbury Green WI Their next meeting will be on 19th June at 1.45pm in the Sarisbury Green Community Centre. The speaker will be Mrs Dawn Perrier “The Mary Rose”. Visitors are always welcome. Hedge End WI They will be meeting on 27th May at Centre 2000 at 7pm for 7.30 start. This will be the Annual Meeting and they will be discussing the resolution as well as having a plant sale, Barnett Cup and Best Bloom. There will also be the opportunity to put your names down for the forthcoming trip to Brighton. Titchfield Abbey WI The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 10 June, starting at 9.30am at Titchfield Community Centre, when the speaker will be Maureen Levenson whose talk is entitled “Tales from India”. Visitors are welcome as always and tea or coffee with biscuits will be available.
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t Little Hooves they offer flexible, safe and fun childcare. They are
2014 will mark the 100th
developments took place, over 34 people from the area lost their lives in the conflict.
an Ofsted approved crèche situated at Quob Stables in Durley.
They are able to look after children from 12 weeks to 10 years and sessions can be booked from one hour upwards. No long term commitment or regular bookings are necessary to use their services as they offer childcare on an “as and when needed” basis. They are open from 8.30 to 6pm and throughout the school holidays. They have a range of age appropriate resources and activities on offer and there is a quiet area for little ones who may need a nap during their time
Along with the National Commemoration events taking place, St John’s Church, Locks Heath will also be marking the Anniversary over the weekend of the 3rd/4th August. The church has a memorial board which records the names of those who lost their lives.
with them. Their outdoor area is due to open soon with ride on toys, physical play, outdoor art and craft and much more.The staff at Little Hooves are qualified, experienced and hold current paediatric first aid training. For more information or to book please contact them on 07443 536388 or email littlehooves@outlook.com.
If you are aware of a local family that still lives in the area and who lost a loved one in the conflict or if you lost an ancestor in the War and wish to remember them within the church’s Commemoration then please send details to the following e mail address: stjohnslocksheathww1@ virginmedia.com. Further details of the names and the weekend’s arrangements can be found on the church website: http://stjohnslocksheath.org.uk/
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Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum The new improved museum is open now for the season with lots to see and do. Check our website www.bursledonbrickworks.org.uk
GALA DAY - Country Fair Sunday 15th June 11am - 4pm
Animals, craft stalls and live music. The machines will be steamed up, trains running and children’s activities available. MIDSUMMER MADNESS Sunday 21st & Sunday 22nd June 11am – 4pm
We’re getting in the midsummer mood for the Hamble Heritage weekend.
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Computer Know How!
Does your PC seem slow? Maybe even noisy? Well these could be a couple of many signs that suggest the hard drive could be at the end of its life.
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f you’re running Windows 7 or higher Hypersonic recommend that you change the hard drive for a solid state drive (SSD).
This is a drive that uses non-volatile memory as a means of storing and accessing data, much like computer RAM. Unlike other storage devices such as the original hard drive in your PC, an SSD has no moving parts, which gives it advantages such as accessing stored information faster and producing no noise. It is often more reliable, and consumes much less power than the traditional hard drive (HDD) found in computers. This upgrade will significantly increase the speed of your PC even from when it was new. Also as long as your PC is still working the original hard drive
can be cloned onto the SSD so the computer will be exactly as it is now just much faster and reliable. If you would like more information on SSD drives or would like to upgrade your PC please call Hypersonic and they can arrange this for you. Using a tablet, phone or laptop whilst on the move can be much more enjoyable with the ability to connect to open, public wifi hotspots. These hotspots are usually hosted by restaurants, hotels, pubs etc. and allow you to connect to the internet through their broadband connection. But are they actually safe? Potentially in a matter of seconds a hacker can manipulate your machine into a conduit that sends data immediately back to the hacker. Once a device is compromised, login credentials from bank accounts, social media and webmail sites can be collected from him. However don’t be too phased there are methods to prevent this from happening. Firstly make sure your firewall is on, and that your antivirus is fully up to date. Always use https:// before a website as this will use a secure connection to the website. If you are still worried about the hotspot being insecure, please do not use the hotspot for doing private, confidential searches. Just make sure to think next time you log into an open wifi hotspot that you might not be as safe as you think you are. Don’t forget that you can always contact Hypersonic for free impartial advice. Just give us a call for hardware and software support, tuition, web design, data retrieval, commercial and home networking, all with an efficient and friendly service. Call Wayne or Lewis at Hypersonic IT 01489 582666. Email:wayne@hypersonic.co.uk
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ith modern TVs now linking into the internet, we can install an additional phone socket to allow you to take advantage of the new features from your TV. Having building work carried out and phone cabling needs to be removed as having a new front door fitted and the BT cable is going through the door frame. Most fitters will not touch the BT cable, but we can remove and reinstall. Need an additional phone socket? PSC Communications can install this for you. If you have issues with your telephone line and the line provider can apply call out charges which can range from £150 to £200. PSC Communications will come in and test the line and give a independent report saving you money on the call out charges. If the fault is within the property PCS Communications can resolve it and no large charges from Open Reach are incurred.
PSC Communications PSC undertake telecoms work for both residential and commercial customers • Need an extension socket moved? • Need a new extension socket? Internal or external • Fault Finding • Testing of broadband • Data cabling • Over 35 year’s experience in the industry
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For PCS Communications no job is too small, so if you need help get us a call on
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Dogs of all shapes and sizes love to stay at The Mutt House
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ogs of all shapes and sizes love to stay at the mutt house. You supply bedding & food, the mutt house provides wonderful walks to woodland, beaches and parks and constant love & attention. Let your dog enjoy a fun adventure holiday while you enjoy yours. Colin is a Hampshire dog whisperer and any issues can be worked on during the stay, or separate sessions for behaviour work are available. Home boarders required. Do you love and have experience with dogs and enjoy walking? Are you mostly at home with secure gardens? We love doing it – do you think you may? (please call nicky or colinsee ad below).
Your dog’s preferred alternative to kennelling ! Living as a family pet with amazing walks, love and fuss. Plus the fun of furry friends to play with on most stays. Call Nicky or Colin on: 01489 582046.
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areham Computer Repair is a new business serving the local community from their Titchfield based workshop. they repair and upgrade PC's, Laptops and Tablets, and yes, that includes replacing broken screens. They also offer bespoke services: from system builds to website design and provide tailored service-contracts. A small friendly team led by Rob, you'll find them approachable and knowledgeable with a wealth of technical and creative experience. They're proud of their competitive pricing, fast turnaround time and community values. They offer a no-fix-no-fee service, don't charge for fault diagnosis and are happy to make home and business visits. Whatever your experience level, they can talk to you in your language about your needs, to find the right solution for you. They have a steadily growing, loyal customer base, receiving second and third person referrals and very positive feedback. They take pride in their service and your satisfaction but don't take their word for it, try Fareham Computer Repair today—7 days a week, They're there when you need them.
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ffering fun and funky clothing for girls ages 0-13 years PINKS Children’s Boutique is everything a little girl dreams of. Nestled in the heart of Woolston, this is a destination boutique with a difference. PINKS has its very own inhouse label . PINKS . that is not only designed by them but it is also made by them and entirely inspired by their own 3 little girls. You will find everything from beautiful handmade dresses to designer collections, gifts and accessories. Part of the PINKS experience is the design consultations that they offer so that girls can not only sketch their dream dress, but PINKS actually turn it into a reality. They hand make and create that very dream dress and all with a very affordable price tag. In only four months PINKS has made a tremendous impact inspiring little girls and showing them that dreams really can come true whilst offering a friendly personal customer service style and affordable quality clothing for girls.
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Gala Day at Bursledon Brickworks Sun 15th June 11am to 4pm.
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he Brickworks becomes a rural idyll for the day. There once were strawberry fields on the site before they dug them up to get to the clay.
Animals, rural crafts, a display of quilts in the big display area upstairs, craft stalls and live music. The machines will be steamed up, trains running and Children’s activities as always.
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Located in Bedford Place, they are Southampton’s leading independent Photographic retailer and processing laboratory, offering the widest range of onsite services in the area. They produce superb prints in a range of sizes from 4” up to 44” on Fuji Crystal Archive papers as well as Canvas, Art Papers, Wall Paper and Posters. They have an extensive range of photo gifts for all occasions such as mugs, phone cases, crystals, T-Shirts and much more. Their lab offers a wide range of film processing and scanning services. If you are looking to create a family tree or to archive your old negatives they can scan them, restore them fully and even add colour to them, all done in-store. Your precious memories will be safe with them. They have a fully equipped studio for great value family portrait sittings and corporate work. They also offer a comprehensive passport and visa photo service including baby and children’s passport photos. Visit www.cityphotographiconline.co.uk and use the code SUMMER20 to get 20% off your order.
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ou don’t have to be a Stagecoach student to come to a Stagecoach Holiday Workshop - to Act, Sing and Dance. Call your local Stagecoach now for an application form - but hurry! Places are strictly first come, first served! STAGECOACH FAREHAM & HEDGE END
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pinners Dance Studio & Class Act Theatre School, founded by Lisa and Steve McLean, have had another successful start to to the year with excellent results in Ballet, Tap, Ballroom, Latin, Freestyle & Street Dance exams. The high standard of teaching, of the IDTA syllabus, has ensured a 100% pass rate for both amateur and professional candidates. Three senior students have had individual successes, Zoe Rankin on being nominated for an IDTA scholarship, Megan Wooders for performing in the opener to Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty and Mollie Gover for being chosen to demonstrate lyrical slow work, for a lecture by Lisa McLean, at the International Dance Teacher’s Association’s annual meeting!
‘The cast of ‘Lisa’s Birthday Party’ Also 82 students performed in ‘Lisa’s Birthday Party’ at The Point Theatre, Eastleigh on 3rd May and it was hailed as a huge success. The next show at The Point is Saturday, 8th November and rehearsals for it will begin soon! The school is truly ‘One Step Ahead’, which is the IDTA’s motto and looks forward to an equally brilliant second half to 2014! If you would like to be a part of one of the best performing arts schools in the south of England, and perform twice yearly at The Point Theatre, or maybe take part in the Summer School, 5th - 8th August, then why not telephone 07869 291114 or email spinnersdance@aol.com today.
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Motor vehicle technician/ M.O.T. tester required to join our busy village garage
Locks Heath Swim Squad
Windsor Summer Success 17th May 2014
Full details of an exciting opportunity from Mr. Phill Upshall
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Fareham Community Hospital
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he Friends of Fareham Community Hospital are holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 26th June at 7.00 pm in the Tom Smith Room, Fareham Community Hospital, Brook Lane, Sarisbury, SO31 7DQ.
Members of the public are very welcome at this event, when a GP from the Fareham & Gosport Clinical Commissioning Group will be giving a talk on the Group’s plans for the future of health care in our area and the effect it could have on the work of the Hospital.
The Rainbow Centre invites supporters to attend a Thank You Celebration Open Day Saturday 21st June 2014. Save The Date!
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fter just six weeks since the crisis appeal launch, The Rainbow Centre, Fareham are delighted to announce that their appeal fund has reached £141,000. Having reached 93% of its target they are planning an open day to celebrate their success and thank the community for their support. The Celebration Open Day will take place on Saturday 21st June to mark the end of the appeal. All those who have supported The Rainbow Centre’s crisis appeal are invited to attend the open day which will start at 12 noon following the Annual General Meeting.
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his year’s level 3 swimming meet, held at Maidenhead Leisure centre and organised by Windsor swimming club, was one of the busiest of the year so far with over 350 swimmers attending. On what was the hottest day of the year, spectators had to endure sauna like temperatures poolside to cheer on the swimmers. The gala got off to a bit of a rocky start with faulty timing equipment but once this had been sorted the gala ran smoothly. For some of the younger swimmers this was their first taste of real competition between 19 squads, having previously attended a novice gala with only 4 teams. This delay did not prevent the swimmers of Locks Heath Swim Squad from performing well and they remained focused and determined and delivered some fantastic results. The star performers for Locks Heath were Shannon Lamb who picked up a gold medal for 10 year old girls 50m Backstroke, Thomas Larby received gold for boys age 9 50m breaststroke. Jessica Larby, age 13, was awarded 3 medals, a silver for 50m freestyle and two bronzes in 50m backstroke and 50m breaststroke. Eleven year old Lucy Newton collected a silver for her performance in girls 50m backstroke. Yet another fantastic gala for Locks Heath with very few disqualifications for the new swimmers and loads more personal bests for the squad.
Sarisbury Green Community Centre
Centre Director, Lara Bull says: “We’re so grateful to all those who have supported our appeal, from individuals, community groups, social groups businesses and more. We’re organising our open day to showcase our centre’s services, we’d like to ensure that we can say thank you to everyone who has helped us and introduce our team. Please come and visit us at the centre so we can meet you all in person and celebrate our achievements. You’ll be able to see first-hand how your donations will be used. Words cannot express how grateful they are; the team, the children, families and their adults and carers will all see the benefit of everyone’s support” The Rainbow Centre are very close to reaching their target of £150,000 so please keep supporting the Centre both now and into the future. More information about the Celebration Open Day will be published in the next few weeks. Please watch this space and save the date in preparation for a fun family day out from 12noon to 4pm on Saturday 21st June. To donate: please call 01329 289500 TEXT RBOW21 and the donation amount to 70070. Visit: www.rainbowcentre.org Visit their Crisis Appeal page. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Linked In and help to spread the news of their appeal. The Bradbury Building, Palmerston Drive, Fareham, Hampshire, PO14 1BJ. Charity No 1096603
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he Community Centre proudly presents its very own annual event - “Show on the Green”. The date is Saturday, 14th June 2014, from 12.00-4.00pm. Anyone interested in booking a pitch for the event, please contact the Centre Manager on 01489 573114 or email us at info@sarisburygreen. org.uk for an application form. They have many many side stalls, classic cars, Dance demonstration from Sandra’s Dance Studio, majorettes, dog show, and lots more besides. It promises to be an exciting day.
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It works by giving the customer background information about a company and what past customers thought about the service they received. The service was set up in 1998 by Kevin Byrne, after he noticed that there was little help for the consumer and reliable information about businesses was hard to come by. Checkatrade offers a large directory of trades and services that have been vetted to a high standard. To use the service, phone Checkatrade’s trade appraisal line on 0845 408 4866, or view details of businesses online via www.checkatrade.com
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House Martin Heating
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ouse Martin Heating has been successfully running for eight years and since leaving British Gas to pursue his own gas services venture, Company Director Steven Martin has used his 21 years experience in the gas industry to establish his own heating and plumbing company. Based in Locks Heath, House Martin Heating has developed into a reliable and established local business, which specialises in efficient central heating upgrades. **SPECIAL SUMMER OFFER** House Martin Heating will beat any genuine like for like written quotes on gas boiler replacements when work is booked for June and July. House Martin Heating has affordable prices, designed to create the perfect climate for your home. As a listed Vaillant boiler fitter, House Martin Heating uses Europe’s number one boiler manufacturer with a reputation for performance and quality and with gas bills at an all time high, using a high efficient boiler with low emissions will help reduce your gas costs significantly. House Martin Heating also offers SEVEN years warranty on the high efficient boiler when installed. When it comes to creating the ideal environment for your home, House Martin Heating have even better solutions in high performance and quality. For more information on prices, boiler replacements and services for House Martin Heating, please contact Steven Martin on: 07867520680 or (01489) 580145. Alternatively, visit the website www.housemartinheating. co.uk or email steve@housemartinheating.co.uk. House Martin Heating is a GAS SAFE registered company (Reg: 226198) and a member of CHECK A TRADE.com. Visit www.checkatrade.com and view all our feedback
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South Coast Installations run by the McLean family has been established since 1985 and is one of the leading specialists in the PVC-u window, door and conservatory industry. We have all our own workforce. We do not employ commission only salesmen or contractors. We offer free quotations and advice and do not take deposits. All our products come with a 10 year guarantee. You can rest assured we really care about your home as if it were our own and are looking after your investment.
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Eating Out
The Elm Tree Inn Lorraine and her team would love to welcome you to their traditional village pub. The Elm Tree is full of character and has an oldy worldy feel making it a very popular retreat for locals. They have a lovely beer garden which is enclosed so ideal for children and are very proud of their live music and karaoke evenings. They cater for large groups and parties and offer speciality buffets for Christenings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Funerals, Afternoon Teas or any occasion. Their senior citizen lunch is available Monday to Friday where you can purchase two courses for just £7.95. They are a local community pub so pop in to The Elm Tree for a warm welcome. The Elm Tree, Swanwick Lane, Swanwick. 01489 579818.
THE CROFTON PUB Hill Head’s Beer & Food Haven
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The Horse and Jockey
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t the head of lovely Curbridge Creek lies the Horse and Jockey - a real winner of a pub that offers you a seat right at the water’s edge. A popular retreat for ramblers exploring the nearby wildlife sanctuary, the pub promises home made food and lush liquid refreshment. Quiz night every Tuesday, and live music nights. Remember to check the high tide time on their website: www.horseandjockeycurbridge.co.uk
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West End Carnival
Carnival week in West End
With summer sun comes thoughts of carnivals and community in villages across The Informer area. Last minute arrangements are being made after a year of planning. Carnival time is a great reason to bring the community together and celebrate village life.
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n West End, the committee have been working hard to make sure there is something for everyone to enjoy. We spoke to committee member Diane about what there will be to look forward to; “It’s a carnival week with lots going on in the lead up to the actual parade;” she explained. “During the week everyone should be looking in the shop windows for something odd, something that does not belong in that shop’s display. “The Master Builder will be holding a Carnival Quiz on the Thursday evening and one of the favourite challenges of the week is the Best Allotment competition. And everyone can have a go at the Best Decorated Cup Cake Competition.” The Carnival Court is made up of Millie who is the Carnival Queen with Sophie as her Maid of Honour and with Ella and Amy as the Princesses. They all deserve a special cheer as they pass by in the procession. Diane went on to tell The Informer of one very special award during Carnival Week. “We will be awarding the Citizen of Honour; this is a person who has contributed greatly to the community, and this year it will be given to Richard Johns, known to everyone as Ditch, and he has been Chairman of Friends of Hatch Grange for 22 years. He retired from the post earlier this year; he is someone who has added very much to our community. “This all culminates in the parade, which will have the theme of ‘Countries of the World’, on the Saturday of course which will wind its way around the village before arriving at Hatch Grange where there will be a fete with something for all the family to get involved in.” All the organizing committee need now is for the weather to remain sunny and warm for a week of Carnival celebrations. www.westendcarnival.moonfruit.com Carnival procession on Saturday 21st June starting at 1pm and the fete will be from 2pm until 5pm.
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WE SPECIALISE IN INDIVIDUAL TUITION FOR ADULTS AND FOR CHILDREN, NERVOUS OR DISABLED RIDERS SPECIALLY CATERED FOR Full, working or DIY Livery available Open Tuesday to Sunday 023 8047 3693 Allington Lane, West End, Southampton
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This year is the 40th anniversary of Russells Equestrian Centre in Allington Lane West End
T
o celebrate they are having an Open Day on Sunday 20th of July starting at 11am. Everyone is welcome to come and see the various things that they do. From helping to rescue and rehabilitate horses and ponies to teaching the highest levels of Classical Riding. From teaching complete beginners to helping competition riders, Russells has something for everyone and they are renowned for producing riders who can ride any horse - not just a riding school horse.
Go and see what they are all about ! (and they are doing a Dog Show as well !) wwwrussellsec.org
West End Carnival
Save 25% on your first appointment As a caring team of staff we will strive to create exciting opportunities to ignite your child’s imagination, encourage their inquisitive nature and nurture their individuality. With a good balance of care, love and attention along with carefully planned activities and opportunities for exploration indoors and outdoors your child will sparkle at Little Gems!
only valid for first visits within previous 12 months. Quote ‘First time visit’ when booking. not available with any other offer.
Just some of the reasons to choose us! Flexible attendance patterns Secure outdoor play area used as an extension to the classroom We accept children from 2 years of age Lovely locations in or very close to the school Highly qualified staff We’re registered with Ofsted and Hampshire County Council
West End Youth House, Moorgreen Recreational Ground Moorgreen Road, West End, Southampton SO30 3EG
FREE CONSULTATION
023 8047 1070
with no obligation, just good advice
We also have a branch in Fryern Infant School, Oakmount Road, Chandlers Ford, Southampton SO53 2LN
54 High Street, West End
023 8026 8480
023 8047 2286
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Hedge End Carnival
Hedge End Carnival 2014 A
s tradition dictates Hedge End carnival procession will be taking to the streets on Saturday July 5th. Setting off at 2.15 the colourful parade winds its way to Greta Park where the Gala Show will be in full swing.
PhiPPs Cars Ltd serving you as
hedge end Cab ComPany, City Cars and airPort exPress
drivers Wanted • open 24 hours • business accounts • registered and Licensed • Family operated • Friendly & Professional • We accept new travel vouchers
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The Spitfire Sisters
T
he festivities will commemorate the departure of troops for the D-Day landings 70 years ago. Acts at the Gala Show include The Spitfire Sisters, sponsored by Eric Robinson Solicitors, Wilson, Keppel & Betty, Norman Wisdom, George Formby and others who will recreate the atmosphere of the era.
You can try your feet at jive dancing, your hips at hula and your marksmanship with laser tag, there really is something for everyone at the Gala Show. Hedge End carnival is not just about Carnival Day. A week of activities take place in the run up to the big day. A Quiz, Whist Drive, Guided Walk, Childrens Sports, Dog Show, Bingo and D-Day lecture are amongst the events taking place. For more information about everything carnival visit www.hedgeendcarnival.org.uk
Choose a frame from our new Essential Eyewear collection and just pay for the lenses, it’s that simple! Your nearest branch of Rawlings Opticians:
MIKE’S BARBER SHOP
MODERN AND TRADITIONAL CUTS IN A FRIENDLY BARBER SHOP OPEN MONDAY-SATURDAY 8AM - 6PM 8AM-7PM FRIDAY
01489 786606
21 BURSLEDON ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON (FREE EASY PARKING)
10 St Johns Road Hedge End, Southampton SO30 4QU
Tel: 01489 788665
Tel: 01489 784557 www.the-flowergarden.co.uk email: theflowergarden@btconnect.com
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Hedge End
Southampton
Hampshire
SO30 4DY
Hedge End Carnival
Mark Watson live in Hedge End
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night of laughter is being lined up at The Berry Theatre this July when novelist, host of BBC’s We Need Answers, Mock The Week regular and winner of five major comedy awards, Mark Watson returns to the road with his darkest, most personal show yet Flaws, luckily, it’s also his funniest. Mark is at the Hedge End venue on Thursday July 3 at 8pm. Tickets are £15 and £13 for concessions and the evening is suitable for ages 16 and above. To find out more or to book tickets visit www.theberrytheatre.co.uk or call the box office on 023 8065 2333.
Hedge End Dental Surgery Providing NHS and private treatment for patients of all ages WWW.BATHROOMSHAMPSHIRE.CO.UK
We aim to provide the highest quality of patient care and treatment.
7A, HERALD IND EST, BOTLEY ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON SO30 2JW
Our team look forward to welcoming you to our practice. NHS places are now available. Open: Mon-Fri 8am-8pm & Sat 9-2pm
HEDGE END 01489 776945 OR 01489 797951 ROMSEY 01794 835890
EASTLEIGH 02380 611211
Dr Anusha Singh and Associates
Saracen House, Freegrounds Avenue, Hedge End, SO30 0ZU
Tel: 01489 790661 www.hedgeenddental.com informergroup.co.uk
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Race for Life
Running for life
‘Running for my aunt and my mum’, was a pink notice proudly pinned to a ten year old girl’s T-shirt. Another: ‘for my friend Anne’, or just ‘for Mum’ or ‘for Nan’. This annual event has become almost a phenomenon, ladies dressed in pink, running, jogging and walking: it is The Race for Life.
C
ancer Research UK’s Race for Life
they are open to women. There are no prizes
This amazing event has now become a
is a series of 5k or 10k women-only
for first place, unless you count winning in
celebration to remember the lives of the loved
fundraising events, which are raising money
the battle against cancer – you can walk, jog
for research to help beat all 200 types of
ones who have been lost to cancer and to
or run the 5k course, and there is also a 10k
cheer on those who have survived. There
cancer sooner.
course at some events for the fitter among
Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is the largest women-only fundraising event in the UK. Since 1994, women of all ages and fitness levels across the UK have come together at these truly inspiring events. Some take part in celebration
the field of runners. Almost half of Race for Life participants chose to walk at their event. Nearly three quarters of a million women will do something amazing and come together to raise well over £60 million to help beat cancer this
of surviving a cancer experience. Others take
year alone.
part in memory of a loved one or to give hope
Every two minutes someone in the UK is told
to a cancer-free future. But all of them share a common goal: to raise money for Cancer Research UK’s pioneering work to beat cancer. Every pound raised in sponsorship goes
they have cancer. As the population grows and ages, the number of cases continues to rise and Cancer Research UK are world leaders in finding new ways to prevent, diagnose and
will be much laughter but also many tears as women of all ages run, walk and jog with memories of cancer victims firmly in their minds. The end result is much needed funds but, as big as the sponsor cheques, will be the huge size of the memories of loved ones lost. It is not all down to the women though, men have an important role to play in this mammoth series of events – get out and give your support. Applaud, cheer, encourage and give strength. Events for Informer readers: Southsea
towards this vital work and so far almost five
treat cancer. This work is carried out with
million women have helped by raising over
no Government funding for the research so
close to £300 million in sponsorship. Race for
support is needed through events like Race for
Walls Recreation Ground Winchester
Life events take place every summer. In fact
Life to help continue the groundbreaking work
For dates and entry forms go to: www.
there are some 300 races across the UK, and
and help more people survive cancer.
raceforlife.org for more info.
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Common, Southampton Common, North
Race for Life
Supporting the Race for Life
Free Alarm Health Check Offer
Sponsoring the Race for Life
02392 582991
01329 233441
148 Forton Rd, Gosport
4 The High Street, Fareham PO16 7AN
30 Stubbington Green, Stubbington
www.amnesiahair.co.uk Supporting the Race for Life Branches at
Hedge End, Horndean, Warsash, Titchfield, Park Gate, Locks Heath, Whiteley West End and Cosham www.everettspharmacy.co.uk
MANOR DENTAL SURGERY
COME AND viSiT OUR DENTAL HYGENiST 270 Hunts Pond Road, Titchfield Common, Fareham P014 4PF
01489 578917
manordentalsurgery@rocketmail.com www.manordentalsurgery titchfieldcommon.co.uk
Soothills Bakery... Supporting Race For Life
Locks Heath Centre | Locks Heath Southampton | SO31 6DX
01489 570585
1 East Street | Town Centre Fareham | PO16 0BW
01329 232570
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£66 6 07917 731246 HOURS FOR
Supporting the Race for Life
The Abbey Garden Centre Supporting the Race for Life Mill Lane, Titchfield, Fareham PO15 5RB
01329 842225
www.pinkskip-hire.co.uk
02392 501 600
Unit 20, Quay Lane Industrial Estate Hardway, Gosport PO12 4LJ
01329 289354
2a Grove Rd, Fareham
www.alvervets.co.uk
RICHARD MITCHELL CAR SALES
Sherendon House 43 Botley Rd., Park Gate, Southampton SO31 1AY
01489 885884 www.richardmitchell.co.uk
Supporting the Race for Life
01329 849766
4a The Tanneries, East Street, Titchfield PO14 4AR
www.servian.co.uk
NEWDRIVES
Sponsoring the Race for Life
RESTORATION SERVICES
Clean, Restore and A Whole Lot More!
SUPPORTING THE RACE FOR LIFE
01329 667551
PETER ASHLEY ACTIVITY CENTRES Provide a unique & exciting environment for a wide range of sporting & leisure events
Fort Purbrook (Head Office)
• CLEANING • DRIVEWAYS • PATIOS • DECKING • UPVC
023 9232 1223
Fort Widley (Equestrian Centre)
023 9232 4553
Call us on 01329 847777
Supporting the Race for Life
email: newdrives.restore@gmail.com
www.peterashleyactivitycentres.co.uk
www.newdrives.co.uk
Supporting the Race for Life www.anyabridal.co.uk enquiries@anyabridal.co.uk
01489 878084
The Hampshire Barn, St Clair’s Farm, Wickham Rd. Droxford SO32 3PW
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Atkinson s of Portchester
LOCKS HEATH CARPETS LTD CURTAINS & CARPETS VINY LS & ALL TYPES OF BLINDS
Glass & Mirror Centre
Portchester 023 9238 6623 Locksheath 01489 480745 www.atkinsonsofportchester.co.uk 188 West Street, Portchester, Fareham - Free Parking
OPHELIA’S BOUTIQUE
For your FREE Survey and Quotation call us on
023 8026 7373
Or see our website at www.charrettandsons.co.uk e: info@charrettandsons.co.uk
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www.opheliasboutique.co.uk opheliasboutique@mail.com
J olly’s
Specialists in Sales & Lettings Park Gate Office: 01489 577990 Whiteley Office: 01489 580800 www.walkerwaterer.co.uk
HAIR DESIGN
Supporting Race for Life Unit 1, Botley Mills, Botley
01489 795022
www.carpetzone.co.uk 150 Hunts Pond Road, Titchfield Common, PO14 4PL Give us a call 01489 573340 www.locksheathcarpetsltd.co.uk
Supports Race for Life
Supporting Race for Life Ophelia’s Boutique, 1st Floor, Botley Mill, Southampton.
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FRESH FISH SHOP
Telephone orders welcome:
01489 782537
30 BRIDGE RD, PARK GATE, SOUTHAMPTON SO31 7GF
01489 581155
Bradley ’s Supporting the Race for Life
Supporting the Race for Life
TRADITIONAL VALUES EXCEPTIONAL SERVICES
VISIT OUR SHOWROOM OR CALL
72 Botley Road, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 1BA Tel: 01489 559915 E-mail: carpetzone@tiscali.co.uk
60 Botley Rd., Park Gate
(023) 8040 4440 FAX: (023) 8040 4410
Cabin Boatyard, Bridge Road, Bursledon (Behind Riverside Chinese Restaurant)
Supporting
WEBB HOUSE, 20 BRIDGE ROAD, PARK GATE, HAMPSHIRE, SO31 7GE
Tel: 01489 583800 www.solentlife.co.uk
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Health & Beauty
T
he I Body Clinic based in Hill Head Fareham uses the latest non surgical treatments to help aid weight loss. One of the treatments which they specialise in is the Ultra i-Lipo Laser Lipoysis. This provides a relaxing pain free treatment that mimics your body during natural weight loss, allowing you to reduce fatty deposits in specific ‘trouble spots’ that your normal diet and exercise regime may not be managing. In addition the Ultra i-Lipo also helps with skin tightening, stretch mark correction and collagen toning. Independent clinical studies have shown i-Lipo to be, in some cases, comparable to results achieved by liposuction. Ultrasound imagery shows up to 30% reduction in the fat layer depth after just one treatment. For more information or to book your appointment please call 01329 668122
Hedge End Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic
HCPC Registered
Elisabeth Allan
BSc Hons, DPodM, MChS, SRCh Registered with The Health Professions Council
02380 471883
The Rosebowl, Hampshire Cricket Ground, West End • info@hedgeendpodiatry.co.uk
Please mention The Informer when responding to these adverts
Chiropodist
Angela M Coope MSSCh MBChA HPC registered
07759 591058 Home visits only (appointments Tuesday-Friday)
MOBILE FOOT HEALTH CLINIC Do you suffer discomfort from... • Corns • Calluses • Verrucas
• Athletes Foot • Ingrown Toe Nails • Fungal Infections
ALL ASPECTS OF FOOT CARE TREATED IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME. CONTACT:
MELLOWJANE ROSALES
S.A.C. Dip FHPT S.A.C. Dip FHPP
PHILLIP GREENWOOD
S.A.C. Dip FHPT S.A.C. Dip FHPP
07843686239 / 07917273242 Evening and weekend calls available
HAIR ART & BEAUTY ROOMS
Tips for avoiding back pain when driving • Raise the seat as high as is comfortable to ensure maximum vision. • Check you have adequate head clearance from the roof. • Move the seat forwards until you can fully depress the pedals. • Adjust the seat height for good pedal control. • Adjust cushion tilt angle so that the thighs are supported.
New Customers or returNiNg
• Adjust angle of the back rest so it provides continuous support along the length of the back to shoulder height. • Don’t recline the seat too far back, 10-15 degrees.
Customers
• Adjust steering wheel for easy reach elbows bent 30-40 degrees
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• Adjust head restraint to reduce the risk of injury in an accident. Ensure the top of the restraint is no lower than the top of your head and not tilted forward. • Take regular breaks when driving long distances. Supplied by Brook Lane Physiotherapy Clinic
Brook Lane Physiotherapy Clinic The High Street, Bishops Waltham SO32 1AB
01489 894700
NOW OPEN MONDAY
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Chartered Physiotherapists Acupuncture for pain relief Physio run Pilates class Remedial and Sports Massage
Est. 25 years
Mrs. Ruth Tayler Practice Principal 233a Brook Lane, Sarisbury Green 01489 873969 www.brooklanephysio.co.uk
Health & Beauty
Eastleigh Sports Massage Therapy
E
astleigh Sports Massage Therapy offers a wide range of beneficial, therapeutic massage techniques including Sports Massage, Rehabilitation Exercise Program, Remedial Massage, Medical Clinical Massage, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy and Reflexology.
Sharon’s Hair@Home 07785 626101
The treatments are personalised to your individual requirements. In many cases, they combine various massage techniques, as appropriate, to achieve the best results for you. Whether you want help recovering from a sports injury, chronic muscular problems, back neck & shoulder problems, repetitive or occupational strain injuries. Massage can help you improve fitness and wellbeing and aid your stress relief. Massage is beneficial alongside other therapies helping you achieve your goals.
Cut & Blow Dry Children’s Wet Cut
Please call to dicuss further how massage therapy can help you 02380 616910 www. eastleighmassagetherapy.co.uk
Full Head Foils
£50
Half Head Foils
£40
Full Head Tint
£35
Root Re-growth Tint
£30
Sports Massage & Muscular Injury Treatments Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation Programmes Remedial & Clinical Massage Reflexology & Massage Treatments for Feet & Lower Legs
(under 5s free with an adult)
£20 £5
Colouring - includes Cut & Blow Dry
Colour appointments shall be subject to a skin test 24 hours prior to commencement
Quality Products only used
023 8061 6910 • www.eastleighmassagetherapy.co.uk Evening & weekend appointments to suit
Amazing Weight Loss Results With Our ‘Easyloss’ Programmes! Just imagine how good it would feel to lose weight this summer and then keep the weight off without the misery of dieting. You know that dieting is the worst possible way to lose weight so… how can you achieve that slim, healthy new you? Our team of friendly weight loss specialists at Hampshire Hypnotherapy Centre in Whiteley, Fareham, will show you the secret to easy, lasting weight loss with the ‘EASY LOSS PROGRAM’ in just a few sessions! Call TODAY on 0800 970 4776 to arrange your FREE Initial Consultation and discover how you can enjoy losing weight without feeling hungry, feel fitter and look fabulous! Do You Want To Stop Smoking Easily? Would you like to join the 100s of Non- Smokers who have successfully given up smoking with the help of one of our Stop Smoking consultants at the Hampshire Hypnotherapy Centre? You can kick the habit in just one life changing session!
Limited Offer! Book before 20th June 2014 to get your session for just £175. Just mention the Informer offer when you call to book your appointment (usually £225 – massive saving of £50 but you need to book quickly). You know that smoking ruins your health and your finances so call TODAY on 0800 970 4776 or visit us at www.hantshypno.co.uk and find out how easily you can Stop Smoking For Good!
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Health & Beauty
Strands colour specialist salon
S
trands is the salon to visit for great hair colour, as the whole team has recently completed The Strands Colour Certification course.
Coached and trained by Redkens Global Colour Artist and Creative Director of Strands Hairdressing, Kelly Scott, the team are experts in colour and as Redken colour specialists Strands really is ‘Destination Colour’. Whether its a beautiful Ombre look you want, an express root rage, or need a colour transformation Strands is the salon to visit. Hillhead 01329 667939 Whiteley 01489 573553
Get ready for Summer!
G
et your body Summer Fit! Book a course of 10 Transion treatments and get a 1/2 price spray tan.
Not only will you lose up to a dress size you will look and feel super sexy with the Sienna X tan. Believe them, you won’t be disappointed. Every client who has had the transion cannot believe how effective it is, wearing clothes they haven’t managed to get into for years! Offer available until the end of August 2014. Call the salon for more details on 01489 789589 or visit the website at www.amandaofbotley.co.uk
The Caci Jowl Lift Specifically targets those loose muscles around the jawline, using quad probe applicators designed to double the lifting action of the Caci treatment system, therefore enhancing the results and reducing treatment time. The 15 minute facial treatment helps improve the appearance of sagging jowls by using the quad probes which have been specifically developed to target the muscles around the jawline. They emit tiny electrical impulses to lift, firm and redefine the facial contours. You can have the treatment incorporated in the full facial Caci treatment for an extra £15 or as a stand alone treatment for £25, it is completely painless and the results are superb.
Call the salon today for more information. Amanda and Ros went to London to collect the Regional Decleor salon of the year award at Gordon Ramsay’s Maze restaurant. A fantastic day of celebration with other award winning Decleor salons from around the country.
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Health & Beauty Let me introduce you to...
The Power Of Crystals
Diamond Quay Hair & Beauty Lounge
Hand selected for clarity, purity and energy Natural and polished formats, dowsers, wands, spheres and gem stone jewellery. Also books, music and incense.
Unique Gift Ideas available Tel: Barrie 01794 524421
Rainbows New Age Centre, 11 Winchester Rd, Bishops Waltham 01489 896896
Our Luxury Hair & Beauty Lounge caters for males & females.
V
isit Stephanie for this season’s new technique, Balayage, the most popular hair colouring request.
KARMA
Beauty Therapy
• Waxing Electrolysis • Darphin Facials • Non-Surgical Facelifts • St Tropez Tan • Lash Perming/Tinting • Manicure/Pedicure • Reflexology • Aromatherapy • Make-up • O.P.I. Axxium Gel Lacquer System • Eyelash Extensions Holiday Package: Lash test( patch test prior to treatment) gel finger & toe nails, spray tan was £83 now £65 Wedding or Prom make-up - was £40 now £32 Full set of lash extensions (prior test prior to treatment) - was £40 now £35
Tel: 01329 843655
✴ Wedding Packages ✴ Hair Up ✴ Pamper Parties ✴ Hair Extensions ✴ Lash Extensions ✴ Spray Tans ✴ Gel Nails ✴ Cosmetic Tattooing & Much More... Open: Mon 10-6 | Tue 10-6 | Wed Closed | Thur 1-9 | Fri 10-7 Sat 9-4 | Sun Closed
99 Town Quay House, Fareham, PO16 0PY
01329 235748
18 South Street, Titchfield (Free Parking) Gift Vouchers • Late Evenings (offers expire 31/7/2014)
Energy InSync Donna Eden’s EM101:
Introducing Energy Medicine Saturday 21st June 2014 8.30am - 4.30pm At Curdridge Reading Room, Reading Room Lane, Curdridge, SO32 2HE
£80 per person
includes morning and afternoon tea
FREE PARKING Limited to 25 people so don’t delay to book your place. Telephone 07866 104 669 to secure your booking. £20 deposit due by 14th June and balance paid at door. Deposit is non refundable. This class will be videotaped for educational purposes only.
Course Handout included.
Louise Neale EEM-CP Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner
M: 07866 104 669
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Louise has studied energy since 1989 as a Martial
Artist in Australia, having originated from New Zealand and is excited to be bringing for the first time ever Donna Eden’s work to the area.
EM101 is the first of a two part course showing practical steps you can take to transform your own health and your family’s health. EM101 must be completed before undertaking EM102. If you have any health issues or are just needing more energy throughout the day this is the course for you. Eden Energy Medicine is a preventative system based on ancient Chinese techniques and can also be used as a complement to western medicine. The day will be filled with practical demonstrations on how to get your own energies flowing for improving your health and vitality. You will learn how to do a five minute Daily Energy Routine to boost your energies, strengthen your immune system, improve coordination, think more clearly, move toxins through your body and learn how to keep yourself calm under pressure. You will take home many more techniques to get your energies balanced for better health. Eden Energy Medicine techniques can be done standing, sitting or lying down depending on your mobility. Louise is an Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner teaching regularly and she also has a practice, Energy InSync, in Hedge End. Sessions are for 1 ½ hours and cost £60.00, from Monday to Saturday. Evening appointments are available. Gift vouchers are available and are a great way to really treat your loved ones. My experience of a session with Louise Neale Having experienced an intermittent ache in my right thigh for several years which had been attributed to osteoarthritis of the hip, I consulted Louise Neale in November 2013 after the pain had become constant for some months. Since that session, five months ago, I have had NO aching in my thigh at all, have been able to walk easily again, sleep soundly and drive long distances once more. I take no medication where previously I had used ibuprofen gel regularly but with minimal relief. As a medical doctor I know of no medication or allopathic treatment that would have given such an immediate and lasting result. I had tried other complementary therapies before seeing Louise but never had more than a few hours relief from discomfort. The session with Louise was very relaxing, gentle and obviously powerful. I am very grateful to her. Sara Williams, April 2014
Tel: 07866 104 669 or email: louise.neale144@gmail.com
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Award Winning Salon UNISEX HAIR SALON 2 TANHOUSE LANE, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON SO30 2SZ
01489 790668 OPENING TIMES:
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19B VICTORIA ROAD, NETLEY ABBEY SO31 5DG
02380 458059
OPENING TIMES: MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY THURSDAY - FRIDAY SATURDAY
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HOUSE OF TRINITY HAIR
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Free Consultations, Highly Trained Stylists, Restyles, Loreal Colour, Gents, Late Nights, Wedding Hair and Special Occasions.
Relax, Unwind, Rejuvenate with Elemis Anti Ageing Facials, Massages and Body Treatments.
The Keratin straightening is a pioneering hair treatment which smoothes and repairs damaged dry frizzy hair. Leaving the hair feeling smooth, silky and shiny, lasting for two to four months, fading out progressively with every wash.
Manicure, Pedicure, Minx, Shellac Gel, Acrylic Nails.
100% Human Hair Extension, Clip In, Nano Rings & Micro Loop Available, Half Head from £175. Free Consultation and match up service.
Lashes, Brows, Threading, Hair Removal, Spray Tanning, Special Occasion Make Up. We are Recruiting for a Beauty Therapist Apprentice - Please Apply to... lisa@houseoftrinity.co.uk
W: houseoftrinity.co.uk T: 01489 559 900 E: info@houseoftrinity.co.uk 190A & 190B Bridge Road, Sarisbury Green, Southampton SO31 7ED
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Meeting heavy horses A family day out that involves animals of any sort is always fun. If the animals are something really special, such as heavy horses, then the fun increases. This month’s Informer destination for that day out is a rescue centre for these magnificent animals and it proved to be a truly magical experience.
T
he Heavy Horse Centre is the only rescue centre of its kind in England and the animals they have stabled there vary from the brain damaged to the badly treated, but, here they are treated with love and kindness. On the outskirts of Verwood, just a little north of Ringwood and at the end of a country lane is the stable and farmyard where these rescued beasts now live, along with their carers and Richard, the showman of the Centre. This is a home where previously mistreated or ill heavy horses and ponies have been brought, where they can live out their days cared for and fussed over and they just love the attention given to them by the hundreds of visitors.
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Once through the gates and with your bags of feed in hand, visitors will find something for everyone including free Heavy Horse Wagon Rides, Tractor and Trailer rides and even the chance to drive a real Farm tractor! You and your offspring can actually drive a fairly modern tractor! As well as over 20 rescued heavy horses there are donkeys, miniature ponies, kunie kunie pigs, goats, sheep, alpacas, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, snow dogs and many more creatures to see and fuss over. There are also plenty of play areas for the little ones to drain some of that pent up energy. The Heavy Horse Centre is a farmyard, so at times the field areas may well be muddy, but the place has a really rustic feel to it, the staff are friendly and the cafĂŠ serves a good cup of tea as well as snacks.
The Heavy Horse Centre is situated on the Edmondsham Road within easy reach of Southampton and Ringwood. From Verwood, which is on the B3081, take the exit signed Alderholt from the fire station roundabout; and it is just two miles away. www.dorset-heavy-horsecentre.co.uk Dorset Heavy Horse Centre, Edmondsham Road, Verwood, Dorset. BH21 5RJ Tel: (01202) 824040
The horses are truly a delight; and you cannot help but pick favourites. On the short, but lovely, wagon ride Richard the driver will tell you about the history of the heavy horse. For example, did you know that our massive, modern lorries haul a little over forty tons up and down our motorways and yet one horse on a tow path used to pull fifty tons of laden barge along our canals. His tour is educational and littered with comical comments that will have adults and children laughing out loud. The same thing happens when the horses are brought out into the yard to be introduced to the crowds and for everyone to be told their history before they were rescued, Richard is worth the price of admission on his own. This is without doubt one of the best days out we at The Informer have had when out on assignment. It was fun, informative and left us feeling as if we had done our bit, with the entrance fee and our fussing of the magical and mighty horses, to help in their continued rehabilitation and care. The drive down through Ringwood Forest is beautiful and the horses will leave you wanting to take them home with you.
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Education
Highbury travel students donate child-size wheelchair through fundraising effort Highbury students from the Cosham college have raised enough money to buy a child-sized wheel chair, by staging a sponsored accessibility day.
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ravel and Tourism students decided to raise the money after a presentation from the Red Cross during their Enterprise and Volunteering lesson, where they found out how the charity helps everyday people in crisis. They heard that adult-sized wheelchairs are generally too big and uncomfortable for children to use and decided to raise money to buy one and did this by holding a sponsored visit of local attractions in wheelchairs. This also enabled them to more easily understand the issues around using a wheelchair and problems with accessibility. HMS Warrior, The Royal Marines’ Museum and the Spinnaker Tower all provided free entry to the wheelchair bound students. Staff were on hand to point out the accessibility of each attraction, ensuring a smooth visit. The day ended with a visit to Laser Quest in Action Stations. Highbury student Jon Checksfield, 19 said; “This was a really positive experience. The Spinnaker Tower staff went out of their way to help us.” Fellow student, Fenella Harris 17, also on the National Diploma Travel and Tourism course added; “It was good fun and very eye-opening. The staff on HMS Warrior really knew their stuff.” The wheelchair will be used at QA hospital and will carry an engraved plaque with Highbury College National Diploma Travel and Tourism students 2012-2014.
Peter Symonds College, Winchester
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eter Symonds College in Winchester attracts day and boarding students from across Hampshire, Wiltshire and Berkshire and as far afield as the Falkland Islands, all keen to benefit from the academic excellence, exceptional support and fantastic facilities. Their 2013 exam results reinforce the on-going ‘outstanding’ status awarded to the College by Ofsted, as they exceeded national averages with pass rates of approximately 99% at A Level, 92% at AS and 99% for BTEC qualifications. In 2013, 1,302 students progressed to University with 535 accepting places at the sought-after Russell Group universities. 48 students went to Oxford and Cambridge and a remarkable 45 students accepted offers to study Medicine. Their applicants to Russell Group Universities are almost 50% more likely to secure a Russell Group place than applicants from other schools and colleges. Great emphasis is placed on encouraging and guiding each student personally and academically, creating a stimulating, friendly and supportive place to study. Students are encouraged to take part in the extensive activities programme and for many; sport is also a key part of college life, regularly achieving wins at local, county and national level. The College actively supports students with sporting aspirations and helps them to balance their sporting commitments with their academic work. Peter Symonds’ Year 10 open evenings on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 July, 6pm to 9pm, are an ideal opportunity for Year 10 students and their parents to obtain more information regarding curriculum changes for 2015 and September 2015 admissions. For more information, please visit www.psc.ac.uk
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Piano & Keyboard Lessons One to one teaching for all ages. Beginners to advanced. Practical (Classical and Jazz) Grades 1-8 Theory Exams Grades 1-8 Special tuition for the under 7’s
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Our aim is to help foster a love of music. We do all we can to help everyone attain their potential in a friendly and happy environment. (The GIFT of a course of lessons for someone special in your life could be the start of years of enjoyment.)
Carpenter School of Music Tel: 01489 789541 www.mccsm.co.uk
Keep their brain active over the summer holidays with Kumon
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earning is just like exercise: take several weeks off and the treadmill feels a lot steeper when you finally get back on.
It’s no different with maths and reading. Research suggests that a long break without any mental activity can result in a decline of mathematical, reading and language skills as well as concentration levels. Daily Kumon study can help make all the difference when it comes to keeping ‘in shape’ between school terms and throughout the year. At your local study centre, Kumon offers individualised maths and English study programmes for all ages and abilities. The programmes enable children to develop their independent study skills and give them a head start with the new challenges they will be facing at the start of the new term. As we look forward to the long balmy days of the summer holidays, it’s especially important that your child gets to grips with these core subjects and with the learning skills vital for academic progression. Karoline Horsey, Locks Heath Study Centre 01962 853767.
New for young people in Fareham Park - ‘Clued Up 2 Go’
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areham Borough Council is teaming up with local youth work charities to provide help & advice on a range of issues for young people living in the Fareham Park area.
The Clued Up To Go initiative includes weekly sessions run by local youth work charity, Y Services at Fareham North West Community Centre, Henry Cort Drive: - On Thursdays, from 5.45pm – 7.30pm, there is a youth club for 10 to 13 year olds with various activities including sports, games, and chance to express themselves through art. - On Mondays, 3.00pm – 5.00pm, there are Health and Wellbeing Drop-In sessions for 11 - 19 year olds. These provide an informal yet, confidential environment to talk about issues including drugs, sexual health, self-esteem, healthy relationships and managing stress. ‘Clued Up 2 Go’ also includes a local counselling charity, the ‘Moving On Project’ that provides counselling and mentoring for 11 to 25 year olds. Young people in the Fareham Park area can have regular sessions with a counsellor. They can also find them a mentor who can help work towards realising their aspirations. Director of Community, Martyn George told The Informer; “Clued Up To Go provides a place where young persons can go to mix with their own age group and connect with supportive adults outside of school. We recognise that young people have varying needs and hope that by providing a range of support services, we can widen the number of young people that benefit.” For more information about mentoring or counselling services contact: info@the-mop.org or for more information about Youth sessions at Fareham North West Community Centre please contact: tina@yservices.co.uk or info@yservices.co.uk
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aren James provides specialist tuition in a unique learning environment for pupils who wish to improve their literacy skills, boost confidence and improve SATs results. As well as having a postgraduate qualification in Dyslexia and thirteen years of primary school experience she is also a mother of three who has mentored one of her own daughters who has Dyslexia through university. Working closely with parents Karen is able to provide individual support and monitor progress using the latest multi-sensory teaching resources. Please see Karen’s advertisement for contact details and initial discussion or to arrange a visit.
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One paw still in the past and a nose to the future Alan Clack, a local man who lives in Warsash, is a collector and a historian. His unusual interests are more than a hobby, they are a passion and they occupy a great deal of his time. They arose from his fifteen years service in the Special Police Force, and have developed from a modest collection of police uniforms and police cycles to his involvement in re-enactments and shows that tour the country exhibiting historic vehicles that have served our forces through the years. He also loves dogs and trains them for the shows. His motto is “One paw still in the past and a nose to the future”. His dogs have appeared in TV dramas and films. This month, Alan shares his story with The Informer.
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decided to join the Special Police Force in late 1984 after a friend
2006/2007 formed a new group called Police Car UK. So I joined and
gave me a leaflet that read ‘unpaid work in spare time with the
I also joined the Hampshire Police History Society too. I then started
same powers as a regular officer while on duty’. By April 1985 after two interviews I was off to the Magistrates Court to be sworn in. After 6 months on the streets training I was walking a beat on my own. I was 19 ½ years old. I spent 3 years on ‘town beat’ on a Friday night in Fareham. I am sure myself and my now good friend and beat partner Steve J could possibly have caused more trouble than good, because we were both so young. After my time in Fareham I moved to Park Gate and spent the next 12 years on the beat in Stubbbington,Titchfield and Warsash driving and on foot, although I spent most of my time cycling the beat. I could get to incidents quicker that way than by car most of the time. I got my long service medal after 15 years. I left the specials in Jan 2000 due to family commitments, and that, I thought, was that. Then after about two years, I came across some photos from my 15 years service and the love of Hampshire Constabulary was rekindled. I started collecting old uniforms and police cycles (at one stage I had six old police cycles) which I had an interest in due to all that time cycling the beat. I collected for my own satisfaction, but eventually I wondered if anyone else in the police service collected uniforms (my collection was from 1800 to present day).
showing my cycles at police events such as Force Open Days and 999 events. I got membership to the International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) and was given a new police Smith and Wesson Mountain Bike import after helping out at events. I would cycle around at these events on a 1960’s police bike in full period uniform. During that time I wrote two articles (with the help of PC Steve Woodward from BBC Traffic cops) on police cycling history for the IPMBA. One day I decided I would like to use an old police vehicle to take the cycles to shows and I found an old Surrey dog vehicle which I felt was perfect for my transportation needs. Sadly, I felt, this generated a lot more interest in the dog vehicle then the bikes and always the question was “where is the dog?” So my interest grew to include the dogs and their transportation vehicles and along came Max and a newer dog vehicle, a Staffordshire one. Events snowballed from there. I obtained a DEFRA transport licence which allows me to carry more than one dog at a time and then a performing animal licence. I have now become independent from Police Car UK, and this has allowed me to work with the Home Front History group on World War 2 shows and events and re-enactments, which is more in keeping with my history profile. I also work with another Police car group too. There
To my surprise I found there was a group who collected old police cars,
are about 20 show and events a year from Modern Day to Victorian and
the Police Vehicle Enthusiast Club (PVEC), some members of which in
World War 2 events which I attend with my friends at Home Front History.
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I am now on my third dog vehicle. Last year Max and I got our Security Badge and our Security Dog Handler Certificate. We have close to 2000 followers on twitter (https://twitter.com/ thedogsection) and this has help us make new friends and contacts. We went through an intense National Association of Security Dog User training course and completed exams for the dogs to have a security training very similar to real police dogs, I also now hold a SIA Security licence. My dogs are now actor dogs who have played police dogs on TV and in films. Max was lucky enough to get a small role in the BBC Drama ‘By Any Means’ last summer. He was in episode five. He loves acting and has made some great new friends. Meet Max and I around the local area at open days and functions. See our web sites for details or you can contact Alan by email: thedogsection@virinmedia.com http://www.homefronthistory.co.uk/ http://www.pvec.net http://www.pensions4paws.com/
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Local boy in need of life changing operation
Oliver Osborne lives with his mother and father and sister Millie in Titchfield Park. He is 3 years old and suffers from Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy.
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orn in January 2011, 11 weeks premature and weighing 2lbs 12oz, Oliver spent several weeks in hospital and after finally being allowed home suffered from severe reflux. By Christmas it had become very apparent to his parents that there was a problem as he couldn’t move, play, sit up or do anything other children could do. Eventually he was diagnosed with this debilitating condition. However, help is at hand. There is a life changing operation available both in this country and in America called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) that will enable him to walk. He has been accepted for an operation in the United States and it is scheduled for September this year. The associated physiotherapy and core strengthening training and a specialised trike that will strengthen his legs to prepare him for the operation will cost £100,000. Sallyanne and Terry have set up a website: http://www.footsteps4oliver. co.uk/ where you can find out more about Oliver, his condition and the treatment they are fund raising to pay for. There is also a blog in which you can follow Oliver’s process as he undergoes physiotherapy to strengthen his muscles in preparation for his operation. So far Oliver’s parents, Sallyanne and Terry have raised £60,000, however there is still have a long way to go. They have organised a Charity Ball in aid of Oliver on July 5th at St. Mary’s Stadium and the evening is being hosted by Jim Davidson with other entertainment including Kev Orkian, a live band, a silent and a main auction. The evening of the ball starts at 7pm for 7.30pm with carriages at 1pm. It is black tie and can be booked by going to their website and following the link for a booking form. Alternatively contact Sallyanne on 07769551129. If anyone can help raise money needed for Oliver to walk again, something he was told he would never be able to do, then Oliver’s family would be very grateful. There is a page of ideas for fund raising on the website along with the means to donate to the fund. You can also follow their progress on twitter @footstep4oliver and their facebook page is www.facebook.com/FootstepsforOliver
Lions donate defibrillator
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he Lions Club of Swanwick are responding to the need for a defibrillator at Locksheath Shopping Centre by working
with the Centre Management and the local community to install a “Defib” on the clock tower in the Centre. Starting on Monday 23rd June through to Saturday 28th Swanwick Lions will be promoting their Message in a Bottle Scheme and raising funds for the “Defib” from 10:00am to 3:00pm daily. They will be supported by visits from the Fire, Police, Ambulance and our local First Responders. On Saturday 28th June, at the shopping centre, all the Services will be represented along with a local ‘folk band’. At 2:00pm the Mayor will attend to receive the “Defib” on behalf of the community from our very special friend of Swanwick Lions, a little boy called Harvey. Please go along, meet Swanwick Lions and your emergency services and learn how a ‘Defib’ can save lives in YOUR COMMUNITY. To contact Swanwick Lions Please phone 0845 8334359 email:swanwicklions@aol.com”
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Botley’s Market Hall at the heart of the village!
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he Market Hall in Botley continues to promote great events and entertainment.
On Saturday 20th September there is a Race and Supper Night: for just £10 you get a supper and a “night at the races”!
Then on Saturday 8th November a show of music and humour with Victor and Albert. The Market Hall has gained a reputation for promoting top quality entertainment in recent years. Run by local volunteers, although over 200 years old, the Hall is moving with the times and is a focus for local groups, events and special occasions, offering all modern facilities including WiFi. Thanks to funding from the Parish Council, the Hall now accommodates a Public Access Defibrillator enabling the public to take a key role in supporting the emergency services in helping victims of heart failure. To find out more about these and more things going on at the Market Hall just ring 01489 781155.
UK Charity Farm4life wins International Cricket Council Award W
e are proud to announce that Ghana Cricket Association and Farm4life have won the ICC Spirit of Initiative Award 2013 for the African Region. The award was presented for introducing Cricket to the School for the Blind, Akropong. In November, Lloyd Clewer and a team of volunteers from the UK travelled to Ghana. As part of the trip they visited the Ghana Cricket Association with donated Cricket equipment given by West Hill Park School and balls for the blind from Hampshire cricket and Hampshire visually impaired Cricket club. The GCA is introducing cricket into the schools and the donated cricket equipment will go to the youth development program for schools throughout Ghana.
On the same trip Lloyd requested that the GCA and cricket professionals travel with him and the team to the School for the blind at Akropong. Lloyd and the team introduced cricket to some of the children who are visually impaired or totally blind. Lloyd says, “It was great to give a blind child the opportunity to hold a cricket bat for the first time and learn the art of cricket, they soon got the hang of the game they were totally amazing”. In Ghana, like many other African countries where resources are scarce often children with any form of disability are overlooked within the system.
Lloyd Clewer photographed in the centre with some of the young adults from the School for the blind Akropong Ghana
Donations of Useful items required for 2014 container Last year as always there was a great response from the public and organisations that donated various useful items for their container. UK volunteers within the farm4life charity have now personally distributed these items throughout Ghana and the Ivory Coast. The charity became the focus from the Ghana national press and as a result has had numerous requests this year from many schools and hospitals throughout Ghana. The charity collect most items except furniture, and are especially looking for more sports equipment such as high jump, javelins, soft mats, gym, football and cricket equipment. If you have any items that you would like to donate please contact mail@farm4life.org telephone: 01329 480266 and for a full list of items collected and more details regarding the charity please visit www.farm4life.org
Educational items are given to many schools throughout West Africa, photographed are children in Farm4life’s school, The Education4life Academy
Super success for Wave 105 Cash for Kids T
he Wave 105 Cash for Kids team are thrilled to announce that following its superhero fundraising day more than £10,000 was raised for disadvantaged children across the south. Wave 105 Cash for Kids joined forces with a host of Tesco Express stores, schools, businesses and Wave 105 listeners across Dorset and Hampshire who all dug out their best superhero fancy dress to help fundraise and support the initiative. Wave 105 Cash for Kids charity manager, Gloria Hill, added: “We are totally overwhelmed by the support we received for our first ever Cash for Kids Superhero Day – it was a huge success! “We all had a fantastic time donning our fancy dress and our presenters also made a huge effort. We had Super Ted, Batman and Mighty Mouse out on the road across the area visiting those who were fundraising.” Wave 105 Cash for Kids believes that all children across the region should have the chance to live life to the full and reach their individual potential. The charity supports thousands of children from birth to 18
years old who are ill, disabled, underprivileged or who simply need extra care and guidance. This is done by providing grants to individual children, other children’s charities, community groups and health organisations. Last year Wave 105 Cash for Kids raised more than £520,000 locally and touched the lives of up to 17,000 children. For more information on Cash for Kids, for fundraising ideas or to make a donation visit: www.wave105.com.
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Motoring
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Gardening
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Official opening of the Co-operative Funeralcare, Funeral Home
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n Tuesday 27th May The Mayor of Fareham, Councillor Susan Bayfold officially opened the Co-operative Funeralcare, Funeral Home in Middle Road, Park Gate. (Telephone 01489 886822)
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The blessing of the chapel was carried out by Father John Cooke from the St Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church, Park Gate, the Reverend Charles Sugden from St John the Baptist Church Locksheath and David Hewitt, a member of the association of Humanist celebrants.
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ll-tech motors have now expanded to serving and repairing garden machinery. All makes and models. Items including lawn mowers, chain saws, ride on mowers. Call Mark on 01489 577086 or 07703 337939 Vero Industrial Park, Greenaway Lane, Warsash SO31 9HT
The funeral home is run by Christine Ewing and other members of the Hampshire and Dorset Co-operative Funeralcare were in attendance. They included Sue Jackson, Regional Manager, John Coates, Southampton manager and Lee Tunnicliffe, funeral arranger. Colonel David Pickworth piped traditional tunes and doves, from South Coast Doves, were released to observe the opening. The ceremony was well attended by people from local businesses and the community.
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Enjoy a summer of football with a home enterainment package
The fever of football, the passion of the game, the noise from the stadiums, every kick, every goal. Be on the spot with the inevitable penalty shoot-out. All in the comfort of your own home without the airfares or the crush of the crowds.
W
ith high definition, surround sound, the big picture and the
a system to suit you and your home. This is equipment not just for
commentary in every room in your house, you will miss
the rich and famous, the costs these days has come down to a level
nothing when you need another beer from the fridge or a snack at half-time. Add to that the possibility of music in every room, a
where real people can afford to fit their home out with the best in home entertainment, management and protection. We can supply something to
techy’s dream home in fact.
suit everyone.
Or how about heading home after a weekend away and being able to put
“With smart phones, ipads and tablets there are now Apps that allow you
your heating on so you can return to a warm home? According to Chris
to access your system remotely, the whole thing is accessible and fully
Musgrave of The Solent Electronic Home, all things are possible.
integrated from your device.”
Chris recently spoke to The Informer from the new Park Gate display
But, how close is that cinema experience? “We can reproduce that
room. “It is not just about that home cinema experience or being able to experience football without leaving your home, we design and install home automation into people’s homes.” he explained as we sat in deep
cinema experience for our clients with a full range of TVs and sound systems which will give you the feel of being in a cinema, or even in the stadium. You just have to supply your own refreshments! We have
and comfortable cinema style seating. “This consists of Audio/Visual
packages of equipment that can be adapted and suited to your home.
(AV), music in every room, HD video in every room, home cinema and
“We will come and visit you so we can discover how best to install
even energy management through your heating and lighting controls as well as, of course, the security system to protect it all within your home
everything in the best way possible to give you the very best entertainment and experience and we have highly skilled technicians who
through both alarms and CCTV.”
can hide cables in some amazing ways.
Chris has been doing this for some eight years now and is well
“We make it convenient for people to have music and entertainment in
experienced. “We have worked in homes of all sizes and can provide
every room and enable the homeowner to bring up their favourite music
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whenever and wherever they want, and if their children want to listen to something different in their own rooms, then that can be done too. Whatever you want, just press the icon on your iphone or ipad and you have your choice of music in your choice of room.” Chris continued. What about the energy management side of things? “As a company we integrate the heating and lighting into the same system so once again you can control it all remotely and also control it from room to room. “Everything we do and install is about offering a better quality of life and an easier, and more entertaining lifestyle – and of course it helps if you can watch football with the sound all around you and the images being broadcast onto a large screen. Whatever you choose it enhances life for busy people who enjoy their leisure moments or who love their football but cannot afford the time or cost to go to Brazil.” Chris may not have the popcorn available at the Park Gate office where you can feel, see and hear the experience that home-entertainment system first-hand but he does have the expertise, the knowledge and the range of products to totally enhance your home life, and it you were still wondering what to do for dad on Father’s Day, well football and all the attached excitement is just around the corner!
Call 0800 781 3909 and talk to Chris Musgrave BSc, MSc, CEng, MinstMC Or E-mail info@thesolentelectronichome.co.uk www.thesolentelectronichome.co.uk
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Busy early summer programme for Steamship Shieldhall
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ollowing her visit to dry-dock in Falmouth, the SS Shieldhall has returned to her Southampton berth ‘shining like new’ ready for an extensive summer programme. A Father’s Day Sea Angling trip (Sun 15 June) will be followed by one of the event highlights of the year, as the Shieldhall steams out to witness the spectacle of the Round The Island Yacht Race on Sat 21 June. The following day, Sun 22 June, Shieldhall will be offering a Leisurely
Lunch Cruise around the local waters, with places limited to 60 diners and 140 ‘steerage class’. The ‘Shieldhall Stompers Jazz Band’ will be playing their favourite tunes to celebrate US Independence Day on an evening cruise on Fri 4 July, whilst a Heritage Adventure Training Course - staged for youth groups and their leaders - takes place on Sat 5 July. On all cruises, guests will be able to access Shieldhall’s engine and boiler rooms, and meet the Captain on the Bridge. Tickets are available for all excursions, with more information and booking on-line available at www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk, or by calling 0844 357 2329. Excursions start and end at Berth 48, Dock Gate 4, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3QN
Summer excursions with Coliseum Coaches!
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oin Coliseum Coaches on one of their great value day trips this summer as they head to a variety of exciting destinations, including the delightful Windsor and The Savill Garden, Kensington Palace and Her Majesty The Queen’s official London residence, Buckingham Palace. They’ve also included some family favourite destinations including, Woburn Safari Park, Warner Bros. Studio Tour: The Making of Harry Potter and Cadbury World. So, if you are looking for a great day out, look no further than Coliseum Coaches, they will escort you in comfort and style, while offering you real value for money and a truly personal service. Don’t miss out call their helpful team on 023 8047 2377 to request a brochure or visit www.coliseumcoaches.co.uk to view their full range of day excursions available online.
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Eastleigh unwraps its talents at free family day Eastleigh town centre will be buzzing this summer at an outdoor extravaganza for all the family. Now in its second year, Eastleigh Unwrapped promises to be a day packed with performances for all ages including aerial theatre, circus, explosive dance and live music and the best thing of all is it’s free!
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he family can help to build a flying machine, climb inside an enormous whale, listen to a range of talented buskers and watch a giant acrobatic wheel as it rolls down the High Street, the day will have something for all tastes and something for everybody young and, not so young. The day also features the acrobatic skills of headline act Square Peg with their new show Rime. This is based on Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s epic poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Square Peg combine circus with theatre and dance to tell this beautiful haunting tale, which will see performers suspended above the audience’s heads in the park area next to The Point. Other acts at the spectacular include: • Acrojou Circus Theatre presenting The Wheel House - A story unfolds inside and around the circular set as it rolls along at a gentle pace, with the audience walking alongside. • Talking Birds present The Whale - As the mouth of the Whale closes, you discover yourself inside a submarine. Opening a red velvet curtain reveals a submariner named Jonah. He has a dilemma: how to communicate a message of great importance to his loved one on shore using the regulation 40 words prescribed by the Operations Manual for Submariners. • Batala Portsmouth - Local samba band playing authentic Afro Brazilian Samba Reggae music. • Chloe Lloyd - Hula Hoop artist. • Penelope Parrau - L’espace d’un instant – a French solo dance performance ending with the dancer leaving the space on the back of a motorbike. • as well as entertainment all day from local Buskers. And The Sorting Office a creative hub in the heart of Eastleigh town centre and packed with talented and independent artists is throwing open its doors for the day for its summer Open Studios event. Pop in to see the work of its 16 resident artists and maybe buy some of the unique works they create. Eastleigh Unwrapped is on June 14th from 11am to 6pm and is funded by the Recreate programme and is curated by The Point. The Sorting Office open studios are from 10am to 5pm. To find put more and to see the latest acts taking part in the day visit www.facebook.com/EastleighUnwrapped.
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Sporting fun this summer at Wildern Leisure Centre
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he summer holidays are only a few weeks away. If you haven’t thought about how to entertain the children over the break then Wildern Leisure Centre can help. Wildern Leisure Centre’s children’s multi sport activities provides a great day for them; they’ll participate in a whole range of different sporting activities including football, dodge ball, rounders, cricket, swimming and more. The summer school holidays can seem like a long time and friends often miss each other. The multi sport activities will allow children to make new friends and catch up with old friends also. The multi sport days are open to all children between the ages of 8 to 14yrs whatever their sporting back ground, it’s all about being active, having fun and making friends. All equipment is provided, children will only need to bring swim kit, packed lunch, a refillable water bottle and a jumper during cold weather. Contact Wildern Leisure Centre now to book your child’s space. During the summer holidays Wildern Leisure Centre’s facilities are available to hire. This includes; tennis courts from £5, badminton courts from £7 and a 7 a-side astro turf from £26. Facilities are available on the hour, so if the family wants a friendly game or your friends want an adrenalin fuelled competition contact the Leisure Centre to book. There will be extra swimming sessions during the holidays as well. Contact the Leisure Centre on 01489 787128 for more information.
Bodyrox - Open door for local talent
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f you enjoy singing, dancing, and performing, or are planning a career in the Arts, come to Lockswood Community Centre, Sunday 29th June, between 12 – 2pm.
The Bodyrox Production Company are opening its doors to ‘wanna be performers’ to come and meet the cast and find out more about the opportunities it has on offer, for you. No admission fee, no experience is required just a passion, dedication and enthusiasm to perform.
Bodyrox auditions 2014 From Large scale productions to fundraising events. Bodyrox has something for everyone. Join the Bodyrox Cast and audition to perform at Disneyland Paris! Saturday 5th July Portchester Community Centre 12.15 – 2.00pm. Sunday 6th July Locks Heath Community Centre 11.30-1.00pm. Saturday 12th July Hedge End Salvation Army Community Centre. 10.15- 12.00pm - Lockswood Community Centre 1.15 – 3.00pm. For more information on Bodyrox Productions visit www.bodyroxproductions.com kirsten@bodyroxproductions.com 07590 849811
No Bookings Required - Free Entry - Meet the Cast - Watch the Cast Perform - Spectate or join in - Receive a Free Goodie Bag - Win 4 Tickets to the Gala Variety Evening - Join Us & Audition to Perform at Disneyland Paris with the Cast! FOR INFORMATION ON AUDITIONS AND JOINING THE CAST PLEASE GO TO:
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The Wedding Boot Fair Sat 28th June 10am - 1pm
Create your dream D.I.Y. wedding at the Wedding Boot Fair. Entry £1 per adult - Free Parking Toilets & Refreshments
The Main Hall, Lockswood Centre, Locks Heath Shopping Centre, SO31 6DX Contact SJ: 07901 501509
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What’s On Artists! Spend the summer in Dummer
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urture your creativity and individuality with four days painting in the rolling Hampshire countryside under the tuition of artist Kirstin White.
This is a short painting holiday planned for anyone who enjoys watercolour painting, wants to make rapid progress but perhaps doesn’t have the opportunity to attend a regular class. Instruction is relaxed and informative, you will discover more about watercolour painting technique, outdoor sketching, use of a visual language, composition, drawing skills and colour theory. To help you achieve results both indoors and out, there will be demonstrations, time to experiment and plenty of opportunity to both discuss and improve your work. Suitable equipment, all materials, tea, coffee and packed lunches will be provided. The four days tuition, as a member of a group of just six students, are priced per person. In 2014, there are two opportunities to attend this painting holiday; from 24th June until 27th June or from 22nd July until 25th July. Booking essential; email kirstin.white@ntlworld.com or telephone 01489 690303 for payment details and to secure your place. Gift vouchers are available for all tuition.
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upils from Sandra’s Dance Studio have been working hard preparing for their brand new show “Starlight” to be performed in July. Children between the ages of 3yrs - 18yrs will be singing, dancing and acting their way through the story of a young boy’s imagination and his facination of trains, including fantastic Jess Woodward and Henry Baynes costumes and lighting effects. preparing for the show The show has been produced and choreographed by Sandra and Mandy Oakley who have danced professionally worldwide themselves. Many of their pupils have gone on to professional dance and singing careers. The show takes place at Sarisbury Green Community Centre, SO31 7AA (Nr the Tennis courts) on Thurs 10th July, Fri 11th July and Sat 12th July at 7pm with a 2pm matinee also on the Sat. Show tickets go on sale from Sat 7th June. A charity raffle will be held at each performance for “Children In Need”, if anyone would lke to donate a prize for this it would be greatly appreciated as all proceeds will go to “Children in Need”. Sandra holds classes at Sarisbury Green Community Centre, in tap, modern, ballet and jazz for children ages 2 1/2yrs and above plus an adult tap class. For show tickets or school details phone 02392552933 or email sdancestudio1@aol.co.uk
Weddings and All Other Special Occasions Licensed Bar at no extra charge and Facilities for up to 200 people
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he Jolly Stitcher is a family-run company in Fareham. On 12th July, Jolly Stitcher will be celebrating their third birthday!
Free refreshments available throughout the day (donations to the Rainbow Centre are welcome). One day only - 10% off all full priced items throughout the unit.
P.A.C. returns to “ Oklahoma”
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fter 14 years please join the Performing Arts Company in this ever popular musical “Oklahoma”, where cowboy Curly sets his eyes on local farm girl Laurey, but things don’t go smoothly, when farm hand Jud is also in pursuit of Laurey’s affections. Follow the love triangle and take this musical journey, when on a “Beautiful Morning” you ride the “Surrey with a Fringe” to the social when “ The Farmer and the Cowman” go from “ Kansas City” to end in “Oklahoma”. P.A.C. are performing 5 showings of this great musical at The Berry Theatre, Hedge End from Wed 9th July 2014 to Sat 12th July 2014 at Performing Arts Company 7.30pm nightly and also a Saturday Proudly Present matinee at 2.30pm. Tickets are OKLAHOMA available from The Berry 01489 June 9-12th 7.30 Sat Mat 2.30 779499 or The Point 02380 652333 BerryTheatre at Adults £11 - OAP / Child £8. Adults £11.00 Cons £8.00 mat only
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Sandra’s Dance Studio’s new show “Starlight”
Hope to see you there.
Over the past three years the business has gone from strength to strength with Jolly Stitcher now established as the place to go for good quality fabrics, cross stitch and wool locally. Owner, Marilyn Dancy, couldn’t be happier as this is exactly what she set out to achieve! If you’ve never visited Jolly Stitcher before you’ll be amazed at the range and quality of needle craft products they sell. Marilyn and her husband, Les, have worked hard to build the business up locally. “We’re often described as an ‘Aladdin’s Cave’ - we have fabric from leading suppliers such as Red Rooster, Amy Butler, Robert Kaufman and Japanese Fabrics from Kona Bay to name but a few. In addition, we have a selection of 100% cotton threads plus an extensive range of wools from leading suppliers – Debbie Bliss, Sirdar, Rowan and Patons - knitting accessories and buttons as well as cross stitch supplies, kits, DMC threads, Anchor threads and haberdashery. Secure on line shopping is available. Celebrate our 3rd Anniversary with 10% off all full priced stock
Needle Craft Supplies, Quilting, Knitting, Cross Stich, Thread, Wool, Fabrics & much more Mondays and Tuesdays closed, Wednesdays 10am – 5pm, Thursdays 10am – 7pm, Fridays 10am – 5pm Saturdays 10am – 3pm Unit 13 Fareham Enterprise Centre, Hackett Way, Fareham, Hants PO14 1TH
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Crabbing fun for the family E
very year it attracts dozens of families to the waterfront in Warsash, no matter what the weather, and raw bacon seems to be the bait of choice as everyone fishes for crabs in competition for the biggest, best, the most and those odd few crabs that have been released with a little red dot on their backs. The annual River Hamble Harbour Masters Crabbing Competition for this year is on Saturday 14th June at the Harbour Master’s Jetty on the waterfront of the River Hamble and all are welcome. Registration is at 10.30am with the competition starting at 11.30am and fishing continues until 1.30pm Entry fee: £6.00 to include your crabbing kit and £3.50 if using own equipment and No Drop nets allowed. There is a much fought after trophy for the overall winner plus prizes for each age group with certificates awarded to all participants. Age Groups 7 years & under, 8 years to 11 years, 12 years to 18 years; but mum and dad can help. Refreshments & delicious cakes will be available to purchase on the day and all proceeds raised this year will go to the Meningitis Now Charity.
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Patronal Festival
St John the Baptist Church, Locks Heath Sunday 22nd June Go and join in the fun at St John the Baptist Church, Locks Heath. They especially hope lots of people will go with their families. There are services to suit all ages, a picnic lunch and a musical event starting at 2pm. 9.00 am Holy Communion (with 2 hymns) 11.30 am All Age Worship. 12.45 pm Picnic lunch (Strawberries and ice cream provided free). 2.00 pm St John’s Jubilate - a joyful musical event celebrating the birth of St John the Baptist. 6.30 pm Iona Evening worship in the chancel of the church.
Locks Heath Indoor Car Boot Sale Presents The Wedding Boot Fair
The Main Hall, Lockswood Centre, Locks Heath Shopping Centre Saturday 28th June 10am - 1pm Create your dream DIY wedding. Buy and sell your pre-loved wedding items from wedding
The River Hamble Games
dresses to table decorations. A hall full of fantastic ideas and great bargains.
The 2014 River Hamble Games will take
Entry £1 per adult. Free Parking
place on Saturday 12th of July and entries are
Toilets and refreshments
encouraged from athletes and enthusiasts of all
Tables from £15.
ages and abilities. Drawing inspiration from the
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summer Olympics of 2012, the River Hamble
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is a fun-packed community charity event which
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Friends of Hamble Primary School
6th June – 15.00-17.30 – Summer Fair Summer Fair at the school with Tombola’s, Silent auction, Children’s Amusements, Craft Stalls & Refreshments. There will also be performances of Tae Kwon Doh and other activities by the children. They are looking for companies to support them through advertising banners on their fence and donating prizes. Hamble Primary School, Hamble Lane. Contact Katie 02380 453678 13th June 9.30-10.45 – Communi-Tea Friends Of Hamble Primary School will be available for Information and a chat at Hamble Village Market, they might be able to assist you with your Charity/Community event or you may be able to assist them by giving a little of your time at one of their events. Hamble Village Market, Memorial Hall, Hamble Lane. Contact Katie 02380 453678 20th June – 2.30-4.00pm Baked Goods Sale
intermediary standard. Please contact Dave Grindey on 01489 579291
Jazz on the Lawn
Saturday 5th July at 7pm - gates open 6pm at Church Lodge, Church Road, Warsash
Painters on the Green (Hampshire Open Studios)
SO31 9GF Jazz Orchestra, Traditional Jazz Band, Brass Quintey, Brass Ensamble
16th-25th August 10am-5pm
Sarisbury Green Community Centre SO31 7AA An exhibition of watercolours, acrylics, oils, crafts and textiles. A talented, diverse and inspirational group of artists working on a wide range of subjects.
Please bring your own picnic and seats (gazebo if wet). Tickets available from Carole Ross, Music Office, Brookfield Community School 01489 576335 and Karen Crooks 01489 582963 Tickets: adults £7 children £3
free entry, parking, disabled access and refreshments available. 01489 798445 sue.rubira@gmail.com
The Solent Singers The Solent Singers will be having their Summer Concert at the Victory Hall, Warsash
Saturday 5th July 2014
Lockswood Centre, Locks Heath Shopping Centre 7th June & 5th July 9.30am - 12pm Entrance Adults 30p
riverhamblegames.com and are filling up fast.
The club are in need of players who are
Celebration of Life Ball Locks Heath Indoor Car Boot Sale
open to all (individuals and teams) at www.
Lockswood Badminton Club
The Gregg School, Southampton Drinks and Canapés on arrival Dinner
on July 18th at 7.30pm. They will be joined by Hook-with-Warash Academy and the Audain Jazz Quartet. The proceeds of the evening will be donated to the Haven Breast Cancer Centre to be opened
Live music and entertainment
soon in Titchfield as a Regional Centre.
Charity aution and raffle
The ticket price will be £7, obtainable at the
7.00pm for 7.30pm
door. There is a well stocked bar in the hall and
Black tie
a raffle is to be held during the evening.
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Tel: 01489 600126 • Mob: 07891 624068
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Carpentry ** Painting Carpentry Painting ** Doors Doors Flatpacks Floors *Repairs General Windows* *Laminate Locks * General Small Jobs Welcomed estimates Repairs * Small Jobs* Free Welcomed 30 years experience Free estimates * 30 years experience 01489 582518 Tel: Mobile: 07779 788812
KEVIN TAYLOR
Professional Decorating Services
All types of decorating, paper-hanging a speciality, no job too small. Public liability insurance held.
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For a professional service with over 30 years experience call:
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CLEANING SERVICES LTD uPVC/Gutter Cleaning
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B&M Construction Specialising in Building & Roofing • General Building Services • Roof Checking & Repairs • Extensions • Loft Conversions • New Roofs • New Builds
01489 690458 or 07894 916844 Email: bandm1@mail.com www.builderinsouthampton.com
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Considering building work? Plans drawn for Local Authority Planning and Building Regulation applications
Free Initial consultation
Extensions, conversions, structural calculations etc
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Local & Knowledged. Est 89. Small Job Friendly. Same or Next Day Service. R Bartlett.www.plumbbob.co.uk
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M.J.M. Plumbing & Heating Property Renovation Building Projects Carpentry Electrics Plumbing Kitchens Bathrooms
07973 213651
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RUBBISH CLEARANCE/ WASTE REMOVAL CHEAPER THAN SKIPS!
Family Run Business - We do all the work All Household, Garden, Domestic & Commercial Rubbish Waste removed quickly & professionally Available 7 days a week
From £40 Environment Agency Registered
Based in Titchfield www.rubbishclearanceandwasteremoval.co.uk email: rubbishclearanceandwasteremoval@hotmail.co.uk
Phone Jim on: 07984 501822
The complete Plumbing & Heating Service With Over 20 Years Experience • Natural Gas & LPG • Domestic & Commercial Gas Engineers • New Heating Systems - Replacement Boilers & Upgrades • Boilers Serviced & Repaired • Heating Systems Power Flushed • Bathrooms, Showers & Water Softeners • Gas Fires, Water Heaters, Cookers & Gas Warm Air Heating Installed & Serviced • Vaillant Registered Installer Free estimates Fully Insured All Works Guaranteed for 12 Months T
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Plumbing - Dave 07852 287476 Heating/Gas - Steve 07947 243473 For All Your Plumbing & Heating Requirements Service, Repair & Installation of Gas Appliances Landlords’ Safety Certificates Dripping Taps to Bathroom Installations Fully Insured - Free Quotations
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RH Painting & Decorating All aspects of interior & exterior painting & decorating
T: 01489 886642 M: 07909 632446 e: rick.hawkins@sky.com 25 Little Fox Drive, Park Gate Southampton, SO31 1DT
* On all new Worcester Bosch boilers
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• Boilers central heating • power flushing • gas appliances • Bathrooms & general plumBing • oil Boiler service-repair-installation • free visit & quotation • no call-out charge
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Ceramic Wall & Floor Tiling Specialist
PAUL HUBBARD • Domestic & Commercial Work Undertaken • Marble • Slate • Porcelain • Ceramic • Limestone • Mosaic & More • Free Estimates • Member of the Tile Association • CSCS
Mob: 07775 725098 Tel: 01489 572954 232994
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Jules Decorating Services Local lady decorator - 30 yrs exp
• Wall papering • Undercoating •Glossing • Emulsion Discounts for OAPs
Call Julie for a free no obligation quotation
07517 641650
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GARDENING SERVICES General Gardening, Patios,Fencing, Clearance and Odd Jobs Undertaken. Fully Insured and Great Rates. Call:
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Buy or rent? - the big question With property prices once again on the rise, and considerably so if recent news stories are to be believed, then buying a property is even more likely to be the biggest financial decision you’ll ever have to make. So, how do you know whether it’s the right decision for you right now – or whether you’d be better off renting instead?
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f course there are many benefits to home ownership such as once you’ve paid off your mortgage, your home will be yours and it could be worth far more than you paid for it. If your home increases in value you can use that equity to help you afford a bigger home or to fund a more comfortable retirement if you downsize; and when you retire you won’t necessarily have the income you need to keep on paying rent – if you have paid your mortgage off you’ll be living in your own home ‘rent free’. You can also invest money in improving your home and, hopefully, increasing its value, whereas you can’t alter a rented home without the landlord’s permission. Put quite simply; sometimes it can actually be cheaper to buy than to rent. So what are the disadvantages of owning your own home? It’s a big financial commitment – you need to be sure you can afford what you’re taking on. With your own home you are also responsible for all the repairs and up-keep of the property and so as well as the mortgage you also need to be sure you can afford maintenance costs such as replacing a boiler if it packs up or fixing a leaky roof. If you stretch yourself too much when you buy you may run the risk of getting into unmanageable debt or even resent not having money for meals out, holidays and entertainment. You do have less flexibility than when renting. For example, if you want to move for work or personal reasons selling up and moving on can
Are you a homeowner aged over 55? Would you like to unlock the equity tied up in your property to use for any purpose? • Raise a lump sum - family gift, new car, pay off existing mortgage • Drawdown facility - release funds as and when you need them • Supplement retirement income
be far more expensive if you own as you’ll have all of the associated estate agency and legal fees. Also bear in mind that it may not always be easy to sell your home – you’ll be dependent on what’s happening in the market and if you’re living with someone else and split up, as sadly happens all too often these days, the process of sorting out the property will be far more complicated and expensive. Buying a property is a big step, and even if affordable then always get advice from the experts, and or a reputable Estate Agent, and try and buy wisely to suit your size of family and your budget.
PROPERTY RICH... CASH POOR? HOW WILL YOU PAY FOR YOUR RETIREMENT? Are you a homeowner aged over 55? Would you like to unlock the equity tied up in your property to use for any purpose?
• Reduce Inheritance Tax Liability
• NO MONTHLY PAYMENTS
• YOU RETAIN FULL OWNERSHIP OF YOUR PROPERTY • STAY IN YOUR HOME UNTIL YOU CHOOSE • NO NEGATIVE EQUITY GUARANTEE IS EQUITY RELEASE RIGHT FOR YOU? Please call our qualified advisers who will be able to give you impartial and independent advice and provide you with a personalised illustration. PLEASE CONTACT MASSEY INDEPENDENT ADVISERS LTD ON
01489 885588 or email admin@massey-ifa.co.uk Sarisbury Building, Bridge Road, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, SO31 7EH All plans offered will be approved by the Equity Release Council AUTHORISED AND REGULATED BY THE FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY
PLEASE CONTACT MASSEY INDEPENDENT ADVISERS LTD ON
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We’re separating - what do I do now?
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f all the ups and downs life has to throw at us the breakdown of a relationship is one of the hardest to deal with.
Whilst struggling to deal with the emotional fall out the harsh reality of considering the financial consequences is a huge burden but essential to resolve early on. When a marriage or relationship breaks down the parties have to divide between them the assets (or debts) they have accumulated. But what if they cannot agree how can they avoid the trauma and expense of arguing the matter before a court? First, nothing can be finalised without both parties making complete disclosure of their assets. Some people might not like this but there is no realistic alternative. Therefore, be prepared to produce copies of pay slips, bank statements, shares and building society accounts and anything else showing what money you have and where it is. It must be up to date. Secondly, remember that the children come first. They almost certainly did when you were together and that will not change just because you are now divorcing. The children will need somewhere to live. The parent they live with will need an income to provide for the children. Thirdly, get good legal advice early on from a specialist. In today’s world changes come about quickly and you need up to the minute expert advice. Perhaps you do not feel ready to take any action but need advice to understand exactly where you stand. Driver Belcher’s team are good listeners and will give you balanced, considered advice to help you to have the confidence to make the decision which is right for you. Driver Belcher has a specialist family law team with extensive experience of helping people to resolve the difficulties arising from the ending of a relationship. They are accredited members of the Solicitors Family Law Association, which promotes a non-confrontational approach to resolving legal matters in a practical way. They will however ensure a firm and robust representation to fully protect your position should negotiations fail. For further advice please contact Victoria Baker at Driver Belcher Solicitors on 01489 785737 or email vbaker@driverbelcher.co.uk
Would you like to access the capital tied up in your home, without making regular repayments?
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n equity release plan would allow you to do this and enable you to access the capital normally locked away in your property. Solent Equity Release are your local independent equity release specialists and can provide unbiased advice on all the products available to you. The equity release market place can seem daunting and the products confusing, they can guide you through the options available and help you find the most suitable product for your needs. There are many providers and schemes available; being fully independent they are able to find the best scheme for you without being tied to any one provider. They can advise on;
3 Lifetime Mortgages 3 Flexible Lifetime Mortgage
3 Home Reversion Plans 3 Interest Only Mortgages
3 Investment Planning 3 Estate Planning
If you are making plans for the years to come and would like to see if a Lifetime Mortgage is suitable for you just call them and arrange a FREE no obligation consultation in the comfort of your own home.
01489 808690
enquiries@solenter.co.uk
www. solenter.co.uk Equity release can affect eligibility for state benefits and grants and may work out more expensive than alternatives such as downsizing to a smaller property. This advert refers to home reversion plans and lifetime mortgages. To understand the features and risks, ask for a personalised illustration. For Equity Release we can be paid by commission, or a fee of usually 1.5% of the loan amount with a minimum of £500 or a combination of both
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Invest into a “nicer” ISA this summer
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n the latest Budget George Osborne announced that a New ISA (or NISA for short) is being introduced from July 2014. These new rules are the most radical overhaul to ISA rules since they were introduced and signify the intention to encourage individuals to save and invest for their future. New ISA rules from 1st July 2014 • New ISA limit - the ISA allowance (the amount you can invest each tax year) is currently £11,880, but will rise to £15,000 on 1 July 2014. • Improved flexibility - under the new rules you will also be able to split the ISA allowance as you wish between a New Cash ISA and New Stocks & Shares ISA. At present you can save up to half the ISA allowance in a Cash ISA. • Improved transfer options - from July you will be able to transfer from a Stocks & Shares ISA to a Cash ISA, and vice versa. Under previous rules you could only transfer from a Cash ISA to a Stocks & Shares ISA. • Tax-free interest in Stocks & Shares ISAs - you have always been able to hold cash in a Stocks & Shares ISA, but any interest is in effect paid net of basic rate tax. Under the new rules interest on cash held in a New Stocks & Shares ISA will be completely tax-free. • Junior ISAs - limit will be increased to £4,000 from 1 July 2014. We still expect that Child Trust Fund to Junior ISA transfers will be allowed from April 2015. If you already have an ISA portfolio and would like help managing it or if you have money to invest and would like advice please call Sheila Tarr I.F.S on 01489 574355 to arrange a no obligation free initial meeting. Sheila Tarr I.F.S believe these new rules make ISAs even more valuable, and therefore, in their view there has never been a better time to invest in an ISA. This article is for information only and must not be considered as financial advice. You should always seek independent financial advice before making any financial decisions. Levels, bases of and reliefs from taxation may be subject to change and their value depends on the individual circumstances of the investor The value of an investment can go down as well as up and you may get back less than the amount invested.
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Local faces in The Informer The Riverbank Festival at Warsash Marina
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