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“Free local magazines, delivered door to door”. Almost universally the next question was “if it’s free, how do they make any money?” Well in case any of you didn’t realise, we charge for advertising which aside from paying a wage, enables us to include community news, events, articles and to print and deliver the magazines.

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Is it time to introduce an enforced airplane mode for mobiles in motors?

Next time you’re sitting in a traffic jam, or waiting at the lights, take a little look around you and – especially if it’s during a dark commute home – I’m willing to wager you’ll be surrounded by countless illuminated, bowed heads of motorists checking their phones.

When you’re on the motorway, try it again – these dark nights are the perfect time, because you can spot them easily, like rule-breaking beacons. They’ll be in the slow lane if they’re trying to be careful, or in the fast lane if they’re being especially reckless, faces lit up by the torch-like screens of irresponsibility.

I’ve found it’s incredibly rare to take a trip with any driver these days and for them not to fiddle with their phone at least once during the journey. With music streaming services like Spotify working through car audio systems, social media streams constantly pinging away with notifications, not to mention text messages and emails, the temptation to not touch the phone is too hard for most to resist.

Can you honestly say – on your children’s lives – that you’ve never touched your phone while driving? I can’t. And I’m pretty sure every single driver on the roads with a phone will say the same.

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In fact, a recent survey backs up that theory. British Car Auctions recently quizzed 445 motorists and 95 per cent of them said they’d seen another driver using a mobile phone. Some 82 per cent of them had seen someone texting or emailing too and to make matters worse 42 per cent admitted to doing it themselves.

It seems to me that the problem is getting worse, not better. The official advice is to turn it off, but the problem with that is phones have become intrinsically linked to our cars. Most modern models offer Bluetooth connectivity that lets you take calls at the wheel, stream music from your handset, while some even let you access the web from the car using your phone’s signal.

While I can’t deny all these features are handy – could it be the case that car manufacturers are sending out the wrong message? Are they condoning the use of a mobile phone behind the wheel by implementing all this technology?

A delve into the murky world of the world wide web and that bastion of informative reporting, The Daily Mail, reveals a report from Canada which found drivers talking on handsfree devices were ‘far more likely to make errors on the road’. And, come on, admit it, when you’re having a conversation on handsfree are you

REALLY paying attention properly?

Be honest now…

I contacted the Association of Chief Police Officers to ask them what would happen to a driver who had an accident while talking, perfectly legally, on a handsfree kit. A spokesman said the likelihood was that the driver would be prosecuted for driving without due care and attention or, in more extreme cases, for dangerous driving.

any mobile while driving you are four times more likely to have an accident.’ FOUR times.

And it’s already happened. One case in 2008 involved lorry driver Mervyn Richmond, 49, who had been talking to his mother for 23 minutes using Bluetooth in his cab when he ran into back of a Transit van, killing its passenger.

He was jailed for four-and-a-half years for dangerous driving.

So here’s my idea. I think it’s time for a manufacturer to introduce a device that stops your phone working when the engine is on. A sort of enforced airplane mode that means no calls, texts, emails or data can be received, but music can still be played if it’s plugged in. That port could be in the glovebox, in a box that is automatically locked when the engine is running perhaps. Sounds extreme, I know, but car manufacturers have a responsibility to ensure drivers know how dangerous using handsfree is, let alone touching the phone and writing a text message.

Roger Vincent, of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, told The Daily Mail at the time: ‘When you are using

It would take a brave manufacturer to make the move, but marketed correctly it could be a winner. I actually look forward to long haul

flights knowing I won’t get a signal and can enjoy some quality time spent unshackled from my iPhone.

But airlines are set to ruin that with wifi, trains are bad enough, but imagine long haul with your neighbour FaceTiming his kids.

Doesn’t bear thinking about, does it?

I think cars could become the soul isolation zone of the modern world. The only part of your connected life that’s unplugged, a location to enjoy some thinking time without the distraction of Facebook likes or emails from the boss; a place to simply enjoy the journey. With mobile phone use behind the wheel increasing, despite the threats of points and fines, now has to be the time to take drastic measures. But is there a car maker brave enough to make the move first? Who knows…

What do you think? Tweet me @ CarDealerEd and let me know.

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Victorian or early 20th century piece, antique, junk-shop, handme-down or home-made, but it should never look overtly modern and always be sturdy, simple and generously sized. Squashy sofas, generous armchairs, plain wooden chairs, benches and stools, and the occasional wirework or Lloyd Loom piece are all key. Add dining chairs with ladder or spindle backs, plus a scrubbed-pine table, and complement them with a large, open dresser. And some distressed paintwork here and there only enhances the overall effect.

When choosing fabrics, for curtains, cushions, upholstery, bed linen and so on, don’t go overboard on co-ordination: an informal mix of gently worn patterns gives a lovely effect.

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Pension Rules are Changing: What You Need to Know

By Ann Haldon

If you’re confused by drawdown, annuity, tax wrappers and pots, you are definitely not alone.

It sometimes feels like politicians are being deliberately obtuse why don’t they use plain English when talking about pensions so we all know where we stand on this important issue?

Pensions are generally seen as the normal investment option when you start work. Although other choices are available, including property or stocks and shares, saving into a private pension does offer the following tax advantages: • The government pays tax relief on your payments • You’re not taxed on the money in your pension pot (up to certain limits) • At pension age you can withdraw a percentage of your pension as a tax-free lump sum But what about the State Pension – won’t that provide the income I need in retirement?

State Pension rules are set to change from 2016 when a weekly flat rate will be introduced. The intention is to simplify the State Pension, making it fairer for all as well as easier for the government to administrate.

These are some of the new rules, should you reach State Pension age on or after April 6th 2016: • The full pension amount will be a minimum of £148.40 per week (the actual amount to be decided upon in late 2015) • At least 10 qualifying years are needed to receive the new State Pension • The total number of qualifying years for eligibility has increased from 30 to 35 • Each individual will qualify for

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their own pension entitlement, rather than using the joint couple’s rate • There will be no means testing for pension credit entitlement • The cap on state pensions for the self-employed will be removed Auto enrolment Auto enrolment is new legislation that obliges employers to offer eligible employees a workplace pension. The new scheme, which was introduced in October 2012, is being rolled out to include all UK employers by February 2018.

Currently, if you earn a minimum annual salary of £10,000, are aged between 22 years and the State Pension age, and work under a contract of employment in the UK, you are entitled to automatic enrolment on a workplace pension.

Your employer makes their contribution and you get tax relief on your pension payments. If you already make contributions to a workplace scheme meeting government requirements, you don’t need to be enrolled in a new scheme.

If you don’t meet the eligibility criteria for automatic enrolment, you may still have the right to opt-in. Whether this is possible largely depends on your employer, and they do not have any obligation to make contributions in these instances.

New legislation regarding annuities Until recently, when you retired you had no other option but to use your pension fund to buy an annuity. Annuities provide you with a fixed income for life, and even though the legislation has now changed, this product may still offer the most stable income for you in retirement.

The 2014 Budget saw changes to pension legislation. From 2015 you will not be forced to buy an annuity with your pension fund, but can use the money in other ways. As a general rule, people choose the ‘income drawdown’ option, an annuity, or a mixture of the two.

Some finance experts advise people to buy a fixed annuity that covers projected living expenses over their remaining lifetime, spending the rest of their pension pot on products that stand a greater chance of beating inflation.

As with any financial product, you need to shop around for the best deal rather than sticking with your pension provider, who may not offer you an attractive rate. There has been some talk in the media of annuity mis-selling, so you should take the time to compare various products on the market rather than remaining ‘loyal’ to your pension company.

What is income drawdown?

Income drawdown is an alternative to buying an annuity.

You buy stocks, shares and other investments and take a regular income by cashing them in over time, with 25% of each ‘drawdown’ being tax-free.

This is viewed as being riskier than an annuity as investments can go up or down, but if you are not risk averse and you have a larger pension pot of £100,000 or more, the rewards can be greater.

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An investment-linked annuity There are two types of investment-linked annuity: • Unit-linked: these depend on the performance of stocks, shares and other investments • With-profits: these retain part of your return in high-performing years for use if investment performance declines Charges and fees for pension products can be high, and serve to reduce the overall value of your fund. That’s why you need the advice and guidance of a professional financial expert to cut through the jargon, clearly explain what you are buying, and tell you the true cost of the product.

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Eric Robinson Solicitors Welcomes ‘Eric’ Hampshire Law firm, Eric Robinson Solicitors has announced the firm’s latest recruit - a wideeyed, bright blue owl.

Have you met Eric the Owl? If not, then you certainly will as this character is set to become the hardest working bird across the south coast. Originally introduced to the public as part of Eric Robinson Solicitors’ 50th anniversary celebrations last year, Eric proved such a hit with the public, he has now become a full time employee.

‘It all started in 2013 when we were looking for something fun

and cute to send to clients and give out at events,’ explains Catherine. ‘We saw some handsized, owl-shaped foam models that we could have in gold for our Golden Anniversary and, since the owl has always been a sign of wisdom and knowledge, we thought it was a good fit for a law firm. We had absolutely no idea of the public reaction that would follow.’

‘We had people asking us how much they were, parents wanting them for their children and babies giggling with excitement when handed them. We were initially surprised, but absolutely delighted as it this ‘ice-breaker’ led to an astonishing amount of worthwhile conversation.’

Over the summer, the firm ran a competition where people were asked to take Eric on holiday and take pictures at various locations.

The firm received pictures of Eric on beaches across Europe and America, in front of historic monuments in cities including Rome and Vancouver and enjoying afternoon tea in Somerset. The winner sent in a picture of Eric with a train driver of the oldest train in Norway.

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‘Eric gained incredible momentum over the year, so now he has evolved into a full time ambassador for the firm,’ says Catherine. ‘He has his own website www.erictheowl.co.uk where people can download Eric’s Top Tips on a whole range of legal issues.’

Eric made his first appearance the Daily Echo’s Business Works exhibition (pictured) but will be making appearances at events across the region throughout 2015.

‘Of course, we want Eric to be a source of fun, but in all seriousness, he is proving a great business asset to the firm. For our private clients, especially, it is about providing character, approachability and trying to aid people’s understanding of what we offer in a fresh, original and recognisable way.’

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Ancient trees, bubbling brooks and rolling lawns frame this lovely house. Crafted from a medieval priory, it is full of surprises, both inside and out. Pick up an Easter family trail sheet and collect your delicious Cadbury Egg Head!

Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, SO24 0LA Tel: 01962 793515 3 – 6 April, 11 - 4pm, normal admission plus £3 per trail.

This pretty garden, with its different levels, winding paths and quirky topiary, is a great place for kids to discover. Follow the clues as you hunt for ‘fossils’ hidden in the grounds. If you can find the surprise at the end of the trail you’ll win a Cadbury Egg Head. There’s face-painting fun too.

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The problem I am asked about most frequently is one that almost all of us have: “What do I do with a north-facing wall?” What everyone wants to know is what you can plant up it but more, what can you do to turn your luck around and increase the chances of your chosen plant not just surviving but also thriving.

Getting the right plant for the spot is essential and I’ve listed some great north-facing wall climbers below. But first consider whether you need year round cover (and so something evergreen) or would accept a deciduous climber that will lose its leaves but keep a framework of stems, or if you could live with an herbaceous climber that will die back each year and return again in the spring.

If the wall is very shaded it may be worth reducing the shade somewhat if you can. Nearby wall-shrubs could be pruned back or overhanging trees crown lifted (the lower branches removed) or crown thinned (the crown’s density reduced).

Walls may be a dark grey or brick colour but you can make the spot considerably more plant friendly if you change the colour of the wall before planting. Use of a pale-coloured masonry paint on the wall will cause light to be reflected back to the plant and make it more likely to thrive even if conditions are a bit gloomy.

Consider growing more than one climber to increase the season of interest and so the amount

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of time that the wall looks good – perhaps a climber for spring and another for summer.

Flowering may be reduced if the site is gloomy and so to maximize your climber’s flower power make sure that you apply sulphate of potash as this will increase flowering potential somewhat. Follow the instructions on the pack, and generally try to apply it to the root area in late summer and then again in spring.

Make sure that the climber goes in at a good distance from the wall up which it is to grow. A minimum of about 45cm (18in) should mean that it can develop a good strong root system and this will help to keep it growing well and strongly even in this rather shaded spot.

Self-clinging climbers such as the climbing hydrangea or a variegated ivy can look great and help to provide at least part of the interest you’re after for your north-facing wall, but even these often need a bit of a helping hand to get them started – train the stems on to the wall and protect from wind until they get properly attached.

TOP PLANTS FOR NORTH-FACING WALLS & FENCES Akebia Quinata (the chocolate vine).

Pretty pale green foliage with vanilla perfumed purple-brown flowers in late spring.

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Lathyrus Latifolius. the everlasting pea. An herbaceous climber with small clusters of pinky purple flowers throughout the summer and in to early autumn

Berberidopsis Coralline, evergreen twining climber. Prefers acidic soil, clusters of deep red flowers in early autumn.

Lonicera x Americana, a deciduous twining climber. Classic honeysuckle flowers in yellow flushed red and with a gorgeous perfume during the summer.

Clematis, twining climber. Many smaller flowered varieties such as white flowered, rampant C. montana do well.

Codonopsis Convolvulacea. A herbaceous climber with pretty bell or saucer shaped violet coloured flowers in summer.

Lonicera x Tellamanniana, a deciduous twining climber. Bright yellowy orange honeysuckle flowers in late spring and summer.

Humulus Lupulus, the hop, a twining climber. The golden leafed ‘Aurea’ will perform quite well as long as the shade is not too intense or the site windy.

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The Grass Is Greener ...Or Is It? You don’t need to be a weatherman (or woman) to know that the UK isn’t blessed with the most desirable of climates.

Our weather is unreliable and generally takes the middle ground in terms of heat, cold, sun, cloud, rain and snow.

There’s not enough of any one to be worthy of note, except on the odd few days when it veers to an extreme - so unusual it makes headline news.

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Get Ready for the Cycling Revolution

by Kate McLelland

Graham Flavell from Dorset fondly remembers the bike he owned as teenager:

cycles up to 140 miles each week with a group of like-minded friends.

“I sold it when I learned to drive a car, but I really regretted that later.”

Graham says: “We meet twice a week and I enjoy the camaraderie of cycling with other people. It was hard when I started, but I’ve been amazed how my fitness has improved over the last six months.”

As a child growing up in the Midlands he not only used it to cycle to school, but would spend hours roaming the neighbourhood with friends, all of whom owned bikes: “I remember that in the ‘50s and ‘60s everyone who worked at the factories commuted by bicycle, so for my generation cycling was a way of life.”

After university Graham moved to Dorset to take up a new job and decided to return to cycling as a way of exploring the countryside.

For many years he continued to enjoy low-key, leisurely bike journeys: discovering more about the local area and enjoying the occasional family holiday on two wheels.

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The popularity of cycling has been enhanced by trailblazing athletes such as Sir Bradley Wiggins, who has achieved elite status as a professional cyclist on both track and road, but this new trend is also driven by health concerns: Graham admits that health is “a big topic” amongst his fellow cyclists.

Sport England claims that over 2.1 million people currently cycle on a weekly basis in the UK, and in the autumn of last year the government published a draft version of its Cycling Delivery Plan for consultation, giving details of a 10-year strategy that includes the ambition to double the amount of cycling activity on Britain’s roads by the year 2025.

In the Netherlands cycling has enjoyed popularity for over 100 years and even now nearly 30%

of all Dutch journeys are made by bike. The recent government consultation is one of a number of promising signs indicating that the UK is trying to catch up with its Dutch neighbours.

So where do you start if you have decided to take up cycling for the first time? It really depends on what kind of cycling appeals to you. Will you be using your bike for transport, for leisure or for competition?

Budget is another important factor. Not everyone can afford to buy models such as the new, lightweight carbon framed bicycles, which can cost up to £1,000. An old bike can fit the bill provided you’re not competing in the Tour de France or planning any off-road trekking, but if you’re buying second hand it’s advisable to get your bike serviced to ensure that it is roadworthy.

If you’re not sure what type of bike you need - and there are a bewildering variety of models out there - a specialist cycling shop should be able to help.

Alternatively Guardian journalist Helen Pidd’s book The Complete Guide to Everyday Cycling (published by Penguin) offers

a practical, illustrated guide to buying and riding a bike for the first time.

Once you have bought your bicycle, you’ll need to acquire some basic skills. How to signal, how to ride in traffic, how to do an emergency stop and even how to change a tyre: these are all essential things to learn before you set out on a busy road. On the British Cycling website (www. britishcycling.org.uk) you can search for a local Bikeability course, designed to teach you the skills you need to ride confidently on today’s roads.

Britain’s network of cycle lanes and paths is steadily growing, and cycling is now a much safer activity than it used to be, although urban cyclists often complain of cycle lanes being too narrow, or the layout stopping

abruptly. Rural roads offer their own challenges, but after a lifetime’s cycling along country lanes Graham Flavell says that the drivers he has met are generally respectful. However, he recalls one man who was less than happy to meet a group of cyclists: “We must have annoyed him, because he waved a tyre lever at us, threatening to ‘get us’ if he saw us again. The next day a policeman knocked at his front door, to warn him about his behaviour. When the driver asked how the officer knew about his ‘road rage’ incident, he replied: ‘Last time you saw me I wasn’t wearing a policeman’s helmet, I was on my bike’.”

anecdote shows that these days you can expect to meet anyone - from your local bobby to a millionaire pop star - getting around on two wheels. These new converts to the cycling revolution understand that cycling not only benefits their physical and mental health but also helps the environment by cutting carbon emissions.

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News from Chandlers Ford & Winchester MP Steve Brine During the past five years one of the key issues raised with me by constituents in Chandler’s Ford has been the menace of motorway noise.

It was therefore so good to learn before Christmas our campaign had been successful to get the resurfacing work brought forward.

This part of the M3 will now have a new, quieter surface laid before the end of April 2015.

I have confirmation in writing from the Minister and the Highways Agency but, it’s been so long in coming, I had to see it for myself. So when the HA invited me to don a high-vis

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Standing in the middle of the M3 in the middle of the night is not an experience you have every day but it was fascinating. It was so good to actually see that worn down, noisy old surface taken away and a new quieter one put in its place between junction 13 and 12 at Chandler’s Ford. It was also a chance to thank the Highways Agency team.

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Hampshire Mobility Services are proud to be an Authorised Stannah dealer. Stannah are known worldwide and are trusted experts in producing high quality British made stairlifts for many years to suit both straight and curved staircases. In recent weeks, they have launched their latest straight stairlifts, the model 600 Siena, to the market. With many new and enhanced features this new lifts offers more opportunities for users to have a lift where previously they may not have.

As with all stairlifts they should comply with the British and European standard (BS EN), this new model 600 does. With its narrower rail profile, the lift’s track is only 6” (150mm) from the wall giving more space for the taller or a less flexible person to travel up and down the stairs. The easy folding seat and arms ensure that the staircase is left fairly unobstructed and with many

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Spring into Summer

By Kate Duggan Ah spring… time to scrabble in the loft for skirts and sleeveless dresses, pack the winter woollies away and maybe even hit the shops to see what new trends will tempt us. And, of course, it’s not just clothes that change with the seasons. Makeup follows its own fashions and this year there are a few surprises in store. The lightly bronzed skin and pearly pale eyeshadow that we’ve come to expect from spring/summer are making an appearance again, but we’re also seeing bright red lips, black eyeliner and splashes of bold colour.

Tangerine is a key colour for spring this year. It can be surprisingly wearable if you stick to just a splash.

Think a tangerine clutch, necklace or nail varnish.

Not convinced? Apricot is a good alternative. We particularly love the new Colour Crush Nail Varnish in Apricot Kiss, by The Body Shop. It’s quick drying and a steal at £5.

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If you haven’t already booked yourself in for a post-winter facial, now’s the time to do so. Cold winds and air conditioning are not the best combination for great looking skin. A facial can help to give you your ‘glow’ back. Keep the good work up at home, with an all over exfoliation and moisture boost. Think scrubs, oils and nourishing masks.

And we mean all over. It’s easy to neglect our hands, lips and feet, so do give them the attention they deserve. Try the Mini Pamper Kit by Olivier Bonas, with its shea butter enriched hand cream and lip balm. £15 from www. oliverbonas.com Ah the joy of opening a pristine new eyeshadow palette. The Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette was on many a girl’s Christmas wish list last year, but it pretty much caused a stampede when it was launched and was out of stock in no time. And for good reason.

Urban Decay just know how to do palettes.

They combine colours that really work together and (unlike cheaper alternatives)

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Thankfully, the frenzy has now died down, and you can pick up your new palette from House of Fraser for £38.

It is all too easy to get stuck in a perfume rut, spritzing our ‘signature scent’ on day after day. But the more frequently we use a perfume, the less we can detect it. Spring is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new fragrance; while we crave warm, sensual fragrances in winter, the new season demands

a lighter, fresher scent. The newly released Guerlain La Petite Robe is a good contender, as it teams rose with the freshness of bergamot and just a hint of raspberry. However, if you’re looking for a real showstopper, that’s unashamedly feminine, you can’t beat Lancome La Vie Est Belle.

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HELPING HAMPSHIRE HEAR Leightons the family run optical and hearing company with over 85 years of professional experience have combined forces with Hampshire Hearing in Chandlers Ford. The partnership, sees Hampshire Hearing’s owner Gary Whettingsteel join Leightons in their new state-of-the-art Opticians and Audiology centre.

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Teeth Whitening teeth whitening is the most requested cosmetic dental treatment in the UK.

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And Another Thing...

by Tom Hughes

Where to take my beloved for a much needed break? Tenerife for some early sun? Or how about springtime in Paris? Or maybe somewhere nearer home....?

“Southport? In March? But Tom, I thought we were going to Paris?”

“Did you know Southport’s Lord Street is the inspiration for the boulevards of most romantic city in the world?”

“Oh, for a horrible minute I thought you meant we were going to -” “Southport, that’s right. We can take Olly on the beach. Go for a stroll along Southport Pier?”

“You know how to spoil a girl, don’t you?”

“Come on, grab your coat, better take an extra layer, best take an umbrella too.”

“Anything else?”

“A flask of Bovril? Oh and a woolly hat.”

“Tom, as fascinating as this is, can we just get out of the rain?”

In no time at all the Mondeo Ghia was within striking distance of the classiest seaside town north of Liverpool (and south of Blackpool). I parked up on the coast road and after leaping acrobatically to catch my airborne umbrella, shouted over to Sarah.

“Here let’s go down this side alley and get our fortune told.”

“Have you got any change for the machine?”

“What!? The wind, I can’t-” She shook her head, no change.

No matter we could pay via mobile phone. Thirty minutes later I was in the newsagents changing a five pound note.

“You can pay by mobile mate.”

“Unfortunately I failed my computer programming A-level, so can I have five pound coins please?”

At last, we were ready to explore.

“So you see, the design of this street, with its wide thoroughfare, is just like the boulevards of Paris. It is said that Napoleon III lodged just off Lord Street, in 1834 I believe, and that gave him the idea-”

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“I’ll tell you what Tom, you go and get your fortune told, I’m going into Russell & Bromleys.”

Refusing to be dissuaded, I popped my head through the beads hanging across the door and sat down in Madame Sylvia’s bijou front parlour, with Olly sat quietly on my knee. She took my hand in hers which was of course the signal for me to start giggling.

“I would say that you are quite a happy-go-lucky person. Always smiling.”

“Well fancy you knowing that?” I beamed.

“Now, you haven’t got a younger brother have you?”

“No.” “Older sister?”

“No. I have a younger sister and an older brother.”

“Yes I thought so.” Well done Madame Sylvia, right on the money again! Leaving Madame Sylvia’s armed with the knowledge that my fortune was

on its way, I met Sarah coming out of the shoe shop.

Eventually, we battled our way across the coast road and found our way to Southport Pier. “Tom look at it, it’s sheeting down.”

“It’s OK darling worry not, we can take the train.”

And there, coming into the tiny station on the shortest bit of track known to man, was a real live proper train.

“Is this the right train for the end of Southport Pier?”

The exhausted driver looked at me like he hadn’t heard that joke for hours.

seedy amusement arcade.

We decided to sit out the storm with a restorative cuppa.

Unfortunately, a stroppy little man in a hi-viz jacket and moustache barred our way. “Sorry sir, no dogs in the cafe.”

We all looked down at Olly, now soaked and shivering with the cold.

“It’s OK, he’s a guide dog.”

The little Jobsworth’s eyes narrowed.

“Well where’s his harness and tunic?”

“It’s his day off.”

“Ninety pence please.”

“His day off?”

At the other end of this pile of Victorian Iron we discovered a seedy amusement arcade and tatty cafe which had been refurbished completely and replaced with, er, a tatty cafe and

“Yes. Do you wear that tunic on your day off?”

“Er, no.”

“Well neither does he, now excuse us.”

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After our greasy Eccles cake and stewed tea we decided to head home. I made a dash for the train but it had already gone.

“Blast! What time is the next one?”

“I’m not sure but I think I can see it now, you know that one there, at other end of this pier?”

We returned to our Mondeo Ghia only to find a nice shiny yellow parking ticket stuck onto the windscreen.

“I thought you bought one?”

“I thought you paid by mobile?”

And the moral of this story?

When a fortune teller says it’s your lucky day to go and buy a ticket, always follow her advice.

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

Sherborne House School Mrs Heather Hopson-Hill, Head Teacher

Sherborne House School, Chandler’s Ford, opened on January 19th 1933 with three staff and one pupil. The school was founded by Mrs Eva Wise and her two daughters, a family of teachers who had always dreamed of owning a school. When passing a large house one day in Lakewood Road, Chandler’s Ford, they noticed it was for sale – and with help from family members, the dream became a reality! The Wise family had previously lived at Sherborne St John in Dorset and hence when choosing a name for their new school, Sherborne House sprang immediately to mind.

Until 1996, Sherborne House was boys only until the end of Year 2, but in 1996, under new ownership, the school became fully co-educational. Over the decades, the school has grown in size and educational opportunity, but its friendly, family atmosphere and belief in the values of courtesy, respect and kindness, remain at its core.

Sherborne House is a caring community, where staff and pupils know each other well, and learn together in a spirit of mutual trust and respect. Pastoral care has a high priority, and staff, pupils and parents work closely together, to ensure that all pupils come to school happily, 84

ready and eager to derive the maximum benefit and enjoyment from each day’s programme.

The school has an enviable reputation for successfully gaining entry into a wide range of competitive secondary schools, and academic, sport and performing arts scholarships are regularly accomplished by our Year 6 children. However, high standards and outstanding results are achieved in all years, through a combination of highly qualified and dedicated staff, an ambitious and forward-thinking curriculum and high, but realistic individual targets.

The over-arching aims at the core of Sherborne House is to develop confidence, independence and a real love of learning in every pupil. Our broad curriculum encompasses all aspects of a modern education, with the core subjects of mathematics and English underpinned by science, IT, modern foreign languages, humanities, music and the creative arts. A wide range of sports is offered and the school has an extensive fixtures programme, offering opportunities to represent the school and to develop teamwork and mutual trust. Regular school trips, both on a daily and residential basis are offered, and there is a wide-ranging programme of extra-

curricular activities, catering for all talents and interests.

At Sherborne House we foster a happy atmosphere, where a child’s self-esteem is paramount.

We expect our children to work hard, but to have great fun in doing so. We take pride in our multi-sensory teaching methods, which cater for varying individual needs and in our excellent pastoral care. The school day runs from 8.30am until 4.00pm, and there is additional supervised care available from 7.30am until 6pm in our after-school provision, where children are purposefully engaged and enjoy a wide range of activities with their friends.

We are always keen to share our school, and to welcome visitors.

The school is regularly open to current and prospective parents through our Open Day programme.

All visitors are welcome to join classes and to experience for themselves all that Sherborne House has to offer. Our next Open Day will take place on Tuesday 17th March, 2015 with a further opportunity to visit the school on Saturday 20th June 2015. We look forward to welcoming you to our happy and successful school, and hope to meet you in the very near future.

Sherborne House School Chandler’s Ford, Hampshire

Sherborne House School has a happy, purposeful environment. We have high academic standards and an enriching, broad curriculum combining traditional values with a modern vision. Our nurturing atmosphere enables children to rise to academic, creative and sporting challenges and to achieve their full potential.

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New Exciting Opportunities For Adults With A Learning Disability: Thrive day service opened in Chandlers Ford in September 2014. Their fresh approach to providing day services for adults with a learning disability means they can provide a tailor made, flexible service.

Offering activities including sing signing, arts and textiles, dancing and trips out means there is something for everyone. The varied social evenings help to establish and maintain strong friendships amongst the people who attend. The large

fully accessible space within is vibrant and welcoming.

Staff are friendly, fully trained and experienced with working with people who have a learning disability.

If you are over 16 and have a learning disability it is worth taking advantage of the free taster sessions to find out more. They encourage people to pop in with carers, family members or support workers to meet everyone and

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LOCAL NEWS

RSJ COMPUTER SERVICES SUPPORTING YOUR PC Available evenings and weekends at no extra cost For your home and small business I.T. needs Very competitive rates All makes of PC and laptops-Repairs, upgrades, servicing, set ups and rebuilds Broadband and wi-fi installations Virus and spyware removal HP,Compaq and Dell certified Free collection and delivery within Chandlers Ford and surrounding local area For all enquiries please ring between 9am - 9pm 7 days a week

Sporting Achievements recognised at Eastleigh Sports Awards The superb sporting achievements of talented local people were recognised at the fifth annual Eastleigh Sports Awards held at the prestigious Ageas Bowl.

The event celebrated the success of many talented and dedicated players, coaches, teams, officials and clubs throughout the Borough of Eastleigh during 2014.

Organised by the Eastleigh Sport and Physical Activity Alliance (SPAA), the event was attended by around 160 people. The ceremony provided the opportunity to celebrate individual excellence, team achievement as well as recognising those people who work tirelessly ‘behind the scenes’ to support the great sports stars and offer opportunities to take part in an active lifestyle across the borough.

Lou Gittens, Chair of Eastleigh SPAA who opened the event said “It’s fantastic to see such a wide range of sporting talent in the borough. We have many talented sports people together with so many superb volunteers officials and coaches. Without 90

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Local residents and their families are invited to try a great range of fun, hands-on activities and meet some of our staff and students.

Maths a boost this year!

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LOCAL CLUBS & GROUPS HOBBIES & SPECIAL INTEREST Gardeners Club 1st Tues 7-10pm St Boniface Hall Guest speakers on garden and garden-related subjects. Some practical demonstrations and a Spring and Annual Show. Contact Janet Palmer, 02380253855 Flower Arranging 2nd Weds 7 for 7:30 N Baddesley Hall Series of demonstrations and talks on Flower Arranging at North Baddesley Village Hall, Contact Sue Perdue 023 8073 3134 Flower & Garden Club The Otterbourne Flower & Garden Club Demonstrations,Speakers & Garden visits. Meetings at 7-30pm,in the Otterbourne Village Hall, on the fourth Tuesday of the month. New members Welcome. Val Halfacre 02380268824.

Languages French - 1st Weds 10am Spanish - 2nd Weds 10am Dovetail Centre Local groups meet to practise French and Spanish conversation. The discussions are always friendly and informal and there are no fees. So come along and join us, whatever your level. For more information, please contact Derek on 023 8026 8953 or Kieran on 023 8026 7107 Art Group 4th Wednesday 7:30pm Chandler’s Ford Art Group meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month except August and December in the Community Hall, Hursley Rd, next to St Boniface Church. Visitors and new members welcome. 023 8027 0631 www. chandlersfordartgroup.com 92

CRAFT CLUB Brambridge Park Garden Centre Wednesdays, 10am to 3pm New members welcome, £2 per day.

Free taster session Suepotter56@ gmail.com or genegenee@icloud.com Ampfield Bridge Club Meet Tuesday 7pm to 10pm, Ampfield Village Hall. This is a very popular club, with experienced players and beginners welcome. Contact: Chris Balchin at 01794 368427 or just come along.

Chandlers Ford Croquet Club Meets at Fryern recreation ground twice weekly beginning 6th April.

Learn to play croquet, no experience necessary. Don Summerton 02380269002.

CHANDLERS FORD SCRABBLE GROUP Meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday and the 4th Monday of each month Community Centre, Hursley Road, Chandlers Ford SO53 2FT Looking for new members. If interested please call 02380 270716 SCRABBLE CLUB 2nd Thursday of each month, 2pm to 4pm 12 March, 9 April, 14th May, 11th June Eastleigh Library, The Swan Centre Come along and join our Scrabble Club. Take the challenge and meet new people at the same time. All ages and abilities welcome. Free refreshments available BODIES IN THE LIBRARY First Friday of the month, Excluding Bank Holidays, 2-3pm Eastleigh Library, The Swan Centre Friendly crime reading discussion group at Eastleigh Library. 02380 612646

HEALTH & EXERCISE LOCAL BIKE RIDES Southampton CTC is the local CTC group for this area. They offer a range of cycle rides and also organize special events throughout the year.

They also campaign locally for better cycle facilities. Come and join their local bike rides. Gentle to moderatepaced options on Saturdays/ Sundays, day or half-day, am & pm.

All welcome and nobody gets left behind! Chris Devrell 02380 740990 info@southamptonctc.org.uk www. southamptonctc.org.uk

Cyles Rides Romsey Hares and Tortoises local bike rides. Easy-paced rides from Romsey.

Afternoon rides, with tea stop on the 3rd Saturday of each month and day rides, with lunch stop on the 1st Saturday of each month. Social events too. Come and make friends. ‘Taster’ participation is free. Contact Viv, romsey@southhampshirectc.org.uk or 01794 368207 Walking 6 days a week - Various meeting places C.Ford, N Badd, Romsey & other Test Valley Locations. Walks are approximately an hour long and a gentler pace is always offered. All walks are accompanied by a trained Health Walk Leader. All ages welcome.

Laura Blake 01264 368831 Badminton Sat 09:00-10:30 term time Toynbee School For any children interested in taking up badminton, EJBC is looking for new members. The club is run by qualified Badminton England registered coaches. Minimum age 7 years. For further information, please contact Bev Ardabili, Club Coach and Treasurer on 02380 266121 or email bevardabili@gmail.com YOGA FOR HEALTH Every Tuesday 9:30am or 11:30am North Baddesley Village Hall SO52 9DT Through doing yoga you will be able to develop body awareness and learn how to breathe deeply which helps the body and mind to become peaceful. The postures can be done to your own limits, so suppleness in the body is maintained. Yoga is noncompetitive. You will also learn how to relax through visualisations and meditation techniques. 02380 652575 STROKE SUPPORT Last Thurs each month, 2pm – 4pm Velmore Community Centre For stroke survivors & their families/ carers. Information, a range of activities and meeting with others who have been through similar experiences. Support by the Rotary Club. Contact Mike Scrivener 07976 630764 or chandlersfordSSG@stroke. org.uk or just come along.

Men’s Keep Fit Tuesdays 11am to 12pm Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Rd Over 50s men’s keep fit and social group.

Come along, keep fit, make friends. All shapes and sizes welcome. £3 per session. Call Roy Wreford 02380 268237.

Social Tennis Club Tues & Thurs 7-9pm Knightwood Leisure Centre Steve Allen Social tennis and league matches. We play all through the year on floodlit courts. www.knightwoodtennisclub1. zoomshare.com or call 07964 789861

MUSIC, DANCE & DRAMA Romsey Line Dancers No partners needed! Just make some more friends.

Romsey area Mondays 9.30-10.30 a.m. and 10.3011.30 a.m. Romsey Comrades Club Mondays 7-8 p.m. and 8-9 p.m.

Woodley Village Hall Wednesdays 10-11 a.m. Woodley Village Hall Thursdays 10-11.00 a.m. and 11-12.00 a.m. Romsey Comrades Club North Baddesley Wednesdays 7-8 p.m. and 8-9 p.m.

North Baddesley Village Hall Chandler’s Ford Mondays 1-2 & 2-3 p.m. Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Road, Chandlers Ford Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Road, Chandlers Ford Book your place for a stomping good time! 01794 368233 Rowan Scottish Country Dancers Meet Mondays in term time from 7.45 - 10pm at St. Francis Hall, Nightingale Avenue, Eastleigh. All abilities welcome. Contact our secretary - Tom on 07929 252086 Scottish Dancing Wednesdays 7.30 - 10.00pm Saint Francis School, Valley Park Tuition given in steps and formations: Cost £1 .50 Contact Connie Cruden, 01962 869804 Youth Band Thursday 7pm-9pm The Pavilion, Kingfisher Rd, Eastleigh Senators Youth band with brass, keyboard and drums for children aged 9-14. New members welcome – currently free! Call June Fitzpatrick on 02380 275422 for details or just turn up any Thursday (term time).

LADIES CHOIR Ford WI Choir meets on Wed evenings during term time from 7.30 to 9.30 p.m. at Chandler’s Ford Community Association Centre in Hursley Road next to St Boniface Church. We would welcome new members. An ability to read music is not necessary and no auditions are required. We sing for fun and friendship. Come along to a meeting or contact secretary on 023 8025 3870 Brass Band Thurs 7:45pm, Sun 6:30pm Otterbourne Village Hall, Cranbourne Drive, Otterbourne Otterbourne Brass playing at fetes, carnivals and agricultural shows in the summer, raising funds for band development and charity at Christmas and performing concerts throughout the year. New players are always welcome. Helen Davis, 01489 564716 Amateur Drama Group Every Tues. Ritchie Memorial Hall, C/ Ford New members are always welcome, for both onstage and backstage roles. www.chameleontheatre.co.uk or 0845 644 0496.

COMMUNITY & SOCIAL Social Group Mondays 8-11pm, Cleveland Bay, C/ Ford A friendly club for single, divorced or widowed people - make new friends and enjoy outings with like-minded people. Meets every Monday. www. looseends.org.uk 07563 608 323 Social Club 2nd & 4th Wednesday 8.30pm Phase II social club meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at Chandlers Ford central club, from 8pm and 4th Wednesday of the month at King Rufus pub, Chandlers Ford, from 8pm.

All welcome, singles or couples 50+.

Come and find out about our varied social programme. Tel: 023 80 428684.

Over 70s Club Tuesdays 2 pm to 4 pm Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Road The Happy Bunch Club is an over 70’s club for the young at heart. Activities include gentle exercise classes,

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Transport available. Call Jayne 02380 269319

Townswomens Guild Friendly group meeting on 4th Monday of month at 7.30 at Dovetail Centre, Methodist Church, with speaker/ activities and occasional outings. New members very welcome. More details from Ann on 023 8025 3751.

Hocombe Wood Women’s Institute 3rd Tues of each month 7pm - 10pm The Hilt, off Hiltingbury Road, C/Ford Monthly Meetings except August.

Speakers, Walks, Scrabble, Social Activites. Visitors and new members welcome. Contact: l.m.n@btinternet. com FRIENDLY FRIDAYS The Hilt, Chandler’s Ford SO53 5NP An open invitation to a social group for all ages from toddlers to great-grand parents, a simple setting for social interaction. Call for dates and times 02380 271609 NEEDS EEZED 8:30am to 4:30pm The Loft, Hiltingbury Needs Eezed offers a small day provision for adults with learning difficulties. Attendees can enjoy cooking, shopping, sports, music, art, accessing the community and charity projects. Contact Yvonne (07585807379) or Debbie (07708431799)

CHILDREN Rhyme Time 1st Tues 10-10:30 - CF Library Songs & rhymes for children under 3 years and their parents/carers Story Time Monday 2:15-2:45 - CF Library Stories for under 5s and their parents / carers at Chandler’s Ford Library BROWNIES Meets Wednesday and Thursday Hiltingbury Community Centre, Chandlers Ford SO53 5NP Girlguiding is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK. Brownies gives them a space to have fun. For girls aged seven to ten. 02380 271609 93

Council Appoints Architects for Fleming Park The Council has appointed AHR as architects for the new Fleming Park Leisure Centre following a stringent tendering process.

AHR will now commence work to provide the architectural design for the new project that will deliver a modern new state of the art leisure facility. This will include a community consultation programme which will start in March 2015.

It is proposed that the project will build a new centre alongside the current building which will continue to operate during the construction period with customers able to use the centre in the normal way.

The new building will have a similar ‘footprint’ to the current leisure complex. Following extensive consultation, the new modern facility will include a larger main pool, (six lanes to eight), a larger learner pool, expanded and improved gym facilities health and beauty, improved Council Leader Keith House, AHR Lead Architect Adam Spall and restaurant and to Jo Parker and Peter Leamore from Places For People (who manage maintain free car parking. Fleming Park Leisure Centre) survey plans for the new centre.

Council Leader Cllr Keith designs, something which we will House said: “We are pleased to be continue to do in the future. We working with AHR to help deliver a are very excited to work with the first class leisure facility that will Council and Places for People to ensure that the people of Eastleigh produce an exciting design for this have the very best that the leisure prestigious new leisure facility.” industry has to offer. The exciting AHR is one of the UK’s most scheme will also improve facilities established architecture and for local people and boost visitor building consultancy practices numbers.” with offices across the UK and Europe. Fleming Park Leisure Karle Burford Director of AHR Centre is being designed by AHR’s said: “We have a long-standing history of producing award-winning Bristol office.

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Doctors NHS 111 111 The Brownhill Surgery, 2 Brownhill Rd 023 8025 2188

023 8025 2414 Fryern Surgery, Oakmount Rd 023 8027 3252

023 8027 3458 Knightwood Surgery, 023 8025 5118 (Parkside Family Practice), Pilgrims Close Park Surgery 023 8025 2131 (Chandlers Ford Family Practice), Hursley Rd Option 1 - Routine Appointment St Francis Surgery Option 2 - Emergencies (Chandlers Ford Family Option 3 - Advice/Triage Practice), Pilgrims Close Option 4 - General Enquiries

CHEMISTS Asda Pharmacy, Bournemouth Road

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Mon/Tues/Weds - 8.00am - 9.00pm, Thurs/Fri - 8am - 10pm, Sat - 8am - 8pm, Sun - 10am - 4pm. Bank Hols - 9.00am - 6pm.

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CHURCHES New Community Church 07970 804708 Methodist Church 023 8026 8803 St Francis Church 023 80271152 St Boniface Church (C of E) 023 8026 5977 St Edwards Church 023 8027 3882 St Martin in the Wood (C of E) 023 8026 5977 St Peter’s Church, Boyatt Wood (C of E) 023 8061 1227 United Reformed Church 023 8027 6791 Velmore Church 023 8057 1414 Churches Together in Chandlers Ford www.ctcf.org.uk

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HOSPITAL TAXI - 023 8045 5180 LIBRARY TIMES http://www3.hants.gov.uk/library/chandlersford-library.htm Oakmount Road, Chandler’s Ford, 0845 6035631 Mon/Wed/Fri: 9am - 5pm, Tue/Thur: 9am - 7pm, Sat: 9am - 4pm LAST POST TIMES Ashdown Rd - Mon-Fri 5pm/Post Office Closes 5:30pm, Sat 11:30/Post Office Closes 12:30 Fryern Arcade Post Office - Mon-Fri 9-5:30, Sat 9-12:30 LAST POST IN CHANDLERS FORD - Brickfield Lane on The Chandlers Ford Industrial Estate (near Hendy Truck) Mon-Fri 6:30, Sat: 11:45 No collection Sunday SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT For all rail, ferry, bus and underground information click on www.traveline.org.uk/index.htm or call 0871 200 22 33 or visit www.threeriversrail.com For all cycle routes in Chandlers Ford and neighbouring areas visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/parking-travel--roads.aspx CHANDLERS FORD MP Steve Brine MP - Member of Parliament for Winchester & Chandlers Ford. steve.brine.mp@parliament.uk, www.stevebrine.com 0207 219 7189 (London Office), 01962 791110 (Constituency Office)

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CHILDREN’s ACTIVITIES Wessex Swim School 87 Children’s Tuition BKD Tuition 87 Boostmaths 91 English Upgrades 90 Southern Education 87 cleaning services Done ‘n’ Dusted 10 Little Miss Maids 37 Molly Maid 49 Computer Services Chandlers Ford Computer Care 20 For-Matt 100 Home Computer Help 47 RSJ Computer Services 90 Widenet Computer Services Ltd 88 Conservatories Britannia Windows 27 Live-in 104 Pennington Jones (HI) Ltd 43 Counsellor Marcus Gee Talking Therapies 78 Curtains See Blinds & Curtains dancewear Ballet Pointe 88 Dentist Philip Sommereux & Assoc. Dental 79 Smile 82 Vital Family Dental Care 76 disabled support services Thrive 89 Domestic Appliance 123 Domestic Appliances 23 Genesis Domestic Appliances 33 JP Appliances 2 Double Glazing Inst/Repairs Britannia Windows 27 Cloudy2Clear Windows 29 Live-in Design 104 Pennington Jones (HI) Ltd 43 Windowmenda 49 EDUCATION Barton Peveril Sixth Form College 91 Eastleigh College 91 Sherborne House School 85 Electrician ALB Electrical 22

Ampfield Electrical 50 CEC Electrical Services 8 EEC247 13 GJ Rhodes Electrical 31 J. Russell Electical 97 Estate Agent Jonathan Rees 51-54 Fencing Services Colourfence 58 Terry & Dan Flynn 59 Funeral Services Chandlers Ford Funerals 41 J Lawrence & Son (Undertakers) Ltd 20 Nigel Guilder 55 RGR Memorials Ltd 95 Furniture From Old to New 26 Garage Doors/REPAIRS Fix Quick Garage Doors 7 Garage Services Auto Assistance 12 Autogleam 95 Barrys Tyre 4 Chandlers Ford Auto Repairs 14 Independent VW 9 Jon’s Garage Ltd 11 Mercedes Benz of Salisbury 7 NB Service Station 10 Robinsons Vehicle Maintenance 8 Garden Design & Services Adapt Landscapes 64 Colourfence 58 ECF Tree Surgeons 59 Garden Helper 59 Greenkeeper 61 J.L. Tree Care 58 Jim’s Mowing 65 Jon Curtis Tree Surgery & Gdn Svc 65 Lakewood Tree Surgeons 62 Martin Royer Garden Design 57 Neil Richmond Tree & Hedge Services 57 One Man Went To Mow 63 Premier Garden Designs 65 Romsey & CF Tree & Landscape Services 65 Romsey Stump 63 Tina Jerome Garden Designs 63 Terry Flynn Gardens 59 Valley Park Landscapes 58

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CROSS COUNTRY MOUNTAIN BIKING Children (8-14 year olds) 7, 14, 21, 28 March 10am to 12pm Adults 7, 14, 21 and 28 March, 10am to 11:30am Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Nr. Ringwood BH24 2ET Children’s biking (8-14 years) £6 each. Adults biking £4.50. Bike hire if needed £2.50. Explore the tracks and trails through the Park and Forest whilst learning new skills and improving techniques

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01425 470721 (B) SPACE LECTURES 11 Mar, 4:30pm and 6:30pm Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium SO21 1HZ Talks for adults, followed by short planetarium shows. Asteroids Small and Large: when’s the next one coming? Tickets from £6-£10.

01962 863791 MOVIE NIGHT AT THE HILT 13 Mar The Hilt, Chandlers Ford SO53 5N Turner. Starring Timothy Spall in the life and career of British artist J. M. W Turner. 150 mins. Rated 12A. 02380 271609 Comedy Night 15 Mar, 7:30 to 10:45pm The Hilt, Chandlers Ford Clubs & Groups in Eastleigh Another evening of comedy helping to fundraise for the new Ramalley Hall. Four artists on the night. Tickets £15 available from Bay Leaves Larder and Jonathan Rees, or online at our Givey account at https://www.givey. com/ramalleycomedy. Email at ramalleyhq@gmail.com if you have any questions or would like to reserve a table of 8 or 10.

STORY TRAILS 18 & 19 Mar, 11am to 12noon Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley Percy the Park Keeper – One Warm Fox. A short walk for pre-school children with a craft activity, drink and biscuit. Meet at the shop. All children must be accompanied by an adult. £3 per child. Normal parking charges apply. 02380 455157 (B) PIRATES, PILLAGERS AND PESTILENCE 19 Mar, 7:30-8:30pm Westgate Hall, Westgate Street, Southampton, SO14 2AY Join local historian and author Penny Legg for a whistle-stop tour of Southampton’s often bloody history. From destructive Danes to the ferocious French,

not to mention the ever-present threat of cholera and the plague.

Refreshments available. £5. 02380 834536 (B) HAMPSHIRE HARDY PLANT SOCIETY TALK 20 Mar, 7:15 to 9:15pm St Boniface Church Hall, Chandlers Ford SO53 2FT “New Varieties, the future for your garden” talk by Graham Spencer, owner of Plants For Europe Ltd, an independent plant breeders agent.

He is a member of the family behind Croftway Nursery, the specialist perennial growers, and is the past Chairman of HPS Sussex Group. £2 for members and £5 for visitors. hants@hardy-plant.org.uk CITY OF SOUTHAMPTON ORCHESTRA 21 Mar, 7:30-8:30pm Thornden Hall, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2DW The Conductor is John Traill.

Smetana – Wallenstein’s Camp, Richard Strauss – Horn Concerto no. 2 (French Horn: Andrew Littlemore) and Dvořák – Symphony no. 6. Adults £15, Concessions £13 and Under 18s £1. www.csorchestra.org BRITISH WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS 21 Mar – 4 May, All day event Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Nr. Ringwood BH24 2ET Stunning wildlife photography from some of the best photographers in the UK. Free event for all ages but parking charges apply. 01425 470721

TOUR AND TEA AT TUDOR HOUSE 22 Mar, 2-4pm Bugle Street, Southampton SO14 2AJ Full one hour tour of the house and garden including the attic and cellars to discover more about the wonderful history that spans over 800 years. Enjoy a hot drink, scrumptious scone with lashings of jam and cream.

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...Continued from page 101 JUMPERS FOR GOALPOSTS 24-28 March 7:30pm The Plaza, Romsey A hilarious and heart-warming comedy about football, friendship and finding your way.

Luke wants Danny, but Danny’s got a secret. Joe’s happy in goal but Geoff wants a headline gig. Viv just wants to beat the lesbians to the league title.

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Meet at the Chandlers Ford Railway Station Car Park (April meet at Haskins) Want to get fit without joining a gym, make new friends, get some fresh air, or try something new? An ideal start for women and mums who are looking to get back on a bike, as a confidence booster. It’s also the perfect way to introduce an active lifestyle into your routine. The rides are leisurely introductory rides, using mainly cycle paths and quiet lanes, aimed to get you back on your bikes again, in a supportive atmosphere. 02380 252003 FRENCH MUSIC 28th March, 7.30 pm Romsey Abbey Romsey Singers, conductor Ian Wicks, will sing a programme of mainly French music to include: Duruflle: Requiem, Faure: Cantique de Jean Racine, Franck: Panis Angelicus and other works by Poulenc and Villette.

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STREAM CLEAN 28 Mar, 9:15am Meet at Newton Lane Car Park Organised by the Romsey & District Society, a stream Clean around Romsey with coffee afterwards at La Parisienne.

TOY AND TRAIN COLLECTORS FAIR 29 Mar, 10.30am to 2.30pm Eastleigh Leisure Centre.

Fleming Park. Passfield Ave. SO50 9NL The South Coast’s largest Toy Train and Collectors Fair. Up to 90 tables of diecast, railway, books and much more under one roof. Bring your unwanted diecast or railway items to trade or sell with our dealers.

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01380 725322 THE ISLAND OF SARK & NORTHERN LIGHTS 31 Mar, 7:30pm Chandler’s Ford Community Centre, Hursley Road SO53 2FT In this illustrated 2 part talk, enjoy a visit to the island of Sark in the Channel Islands and witness the wonder of The Northern Lights, by Gerald Pointing. 02380 255845 CADBURY EASTER EGG TRAIL 3-19 Apr, 10am – 5pm Mottisfont, Romsey SO51 0LP Become an Eggsplorer this Easter holiday with a great family trail to win a chocolate prize!

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Call TODAY for a quote.

Your friendly, LOCAL company, employing LOCAL engineers.

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023 8026 2690 www.firstcallheating.co.uk 6 Falkland Court, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO53 3GA 103

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