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We’re into our food, my family.

Of course everyone is ‘into’ food to survive, but some people do just eat to live. Not us though Melanie Tinson & Tania Houston – we finish each meal dreaming of what we are going to be having at the next.

My husband is the cook and even though our children are 20 and 18 now, he likens us all to chicks in the nest, beaks open wide hungrily calling for the next morsel.

Food quality is more important than quantity though.

So one of the highlights for us in the calendar is Hampshire Food Festival. From the 1st July to the 2nd August venues across the area hold workshops, demonstrations, tours, tasters and special menus to celebrate the best of Hampshire food and drink. The award-winning Hampshire Food Festival is now in its 15th year and last year attracted over 295,000 visitors.

Many events are free or low-cost, and there is plenty for adults, children and families.

Mel and I were invited to the press launch day a couple of weeks ago and had the most wonderful few hours sampling some of the producers’ wares (see page 31). Jams, breads, cheeses, meat and fish, wines and beers…mmm, my mouth is watering just writing about it. What was really lovely though was meeting the people who had started their businesses with a passion for food, giving up careers and often taking over the family kitchen in order to develop and produce their unique offerings.

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Their performances showcase the very best of military equestrianism and tradition and the spectacular team will perform a dynamic performance to wow the crowds. It is certainly a wonderful sight not to be missed.

The troop, all mounted on black horses and resplendent in full ceremonial uniform, will give two performances on all three days of the Show.

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Our theme for this year is ‘Join the Adventure’ so why not come along and try your hand at milking a cow, painting and potting, fishing and forestry or perhaps even take part in the tractor tug of war. Visit the Forest Fun Factory and be entertained by clowns, choirs, dance acts and much more! Make sure you head over to our Show Farm where the children can get up close and personal with all sorts of farmyard animals. Pop into our Countryside Area for Terrier and Ferret racing and enjoy the incredible machines in the Old Time Farming section. Follow our education trails around the Showground to learn more about agriculture, food and farming.

We will certainly be celebrating our love of horses as we host over 150 showing, jumping and in-hand

classes. From the traditional New Forest pony to the magnificent show jumpers there are horses for all to enjoy.

One area not to be missed is the Flower Show which boasts beautifully landscaped gardens, a plant hunters’ paradise highlighting the best horticulture from trade nurseries.

The Southern Vegetable Championships and Flower Arranging competitions also produce a magnificent display and are a must-see part of the Show.

There are over 600 trade stands providing some of the most varied and unusual goods and produce – from large commercial companies to small local businesses. For those of you looking to make that special purchase we really are a shoppers’ paradise.

During a fun packed day at the Show, why not enjoy the vast range of food available, or visit the Food Hall for some wellearned refreshments. Whether you live in the local area or are visiting on holiday, make the New Forest & Hampshire County Show an essential part of this year’s calendar and enjoy the adventure.

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And Another Thing...

by Tom Hughes My Sunday morning began like any other. Settled into my favourite chair with my brew, a slice of freshly buttered toast and two episodes of Broadchurch on catch-up, I was just about to take my first sip of tea when in walked Sarah, closely followed by Hannah and Emily.

Sarah, wearing a benevolent, concerned expression on her face gently relieved me of my steaming mug, sat me down and said, “Tom, What we are about to say is said out of love and concern, nothing else.”

“Sarah, what about these?”

“A what?”

“You haven’t just grabbed the cheapest have you?”

Next to pipe up was Hannah.

“Yes Dad, look at that jumper, look at those jeans?”

“What’s wrong with them?”

“Dad, who wears hiking socks, walking shoes and a snood to the gym?”

“Yes Tom, the girls are embarrassed. Their friends are talking about you. You need a new wardrobe, urgently”, said Sarah.

Then I realised what was happening, it was a family intervention! But an intervention about what? Was my customary Friday night pint of mild down the Paraffin Lamp getting out of hand? Was my chocolate habit becoming a cause for concern?

What could it be? I decided to confront the issue head on.

“Well ok, I’ll go through my stuff and - “

“Listen, if anyone is wondering why all the cream eggs keep disappearing, I want you all to know that from now on I promise to share the value pack with everyone else.”

“No Tom, this lot is off to the charity shop in the precinct.

Now, grab your coat and let’s go shopping! Err, on second thoughts, leave the coat, let’s just go.”

A confused silence descended.

The three women in my life all stared at each other. Chocolate Eggs it seemed, were not the issue. Sarah pressed on.

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“Too late, we’ve done it for you.”

Then Sarah, much to my dismay, produced a black bin liner full of my precious old clothes.

Sweatshirts, jeans and - horror of horrors - my Bruce Springsteen 2005 tour t-shirt.

“Not the Boss! Please?”

In the vast outlet clothes store I wandered aimlessly around, fingering the rails without a clue what I was doing. Eventually I held up a pair of jeans with the very pleasing price tag of £24.99.

Sarah examined my choice.

“Not at all.”

“Right put them back and go try on these.”

I examined the pair picked by Sarah. To my untrained eye, they looked identical to the jeans I’d just chosen. Identical that is, except for the price. Sarah’s were fifty pounds dearer.

“Why would I pay seventy-five pounds for something I can get for-twenty five, I just don’t…”

Grabbing the seat of the expensive jeans, Sarah pointed to a yellow logo stitched onto the rear pocket.

“Look! That’s why. They are designer.”

“So, they sew a little squiggle onto the pocket and they charge you treble the price? Are you being serious?”

The look from Sarah told me that yes, she was indeed being deadly serious. She picked out another pair from the rack, handed both of them over and pointed in the direction of the changing rooms.

I sloped away to the curtained-off area where a glum-faced child handed me an orange circle on which was printed a number two.

I battled with the first pair for

what seemed like an age. Eventually I gave up, deciding that in the words of my Auntie Joyce they “Wouldn’t go near me.” The second pair I actually managed to heave myself into. And a more uncomfortable pair of pants I couldn’t imagine.

Baggy round the crotch and barely covering the posterior, I assumed that this particular “Designer” - in his hurry to stitch on the magic money squiggle, had stamped them with the wrong size.

Outside, I informed Sarah of the manufacturer’s error. Sarah, shaking her head in defeat, flung back at me the cheap pair I had originally chosen. I tried them on right there in the store. Of course, they fitted perfectly. Eye rolls from Sarah, a triumphant beam from her husband.

The next day Sarah arrived home from work to find me wearing the new jeans and another, different purchase.

“Tom! What are you doing wearing that tatty old Bruce Springsteen T-shirt? I thought I gave that thing away?”

“It’s very simple darling, yesterday afternoon, decided to go to the charity shop and do my bit for cancer research...”

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They were part of a team from the charity Hope and Aid Direct going to Konik refugee camp which houses nearly 2000 people who were originally displaced from Kosovo during the war of 1999.

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INTERVIEW

Leona Lewis X Factor winner, Leona Lewis, is back with a new single, album and tour.

The Evening Breeze’s Lucy Ambache caught up with her.

to leave. Although it’s scary, I think it’s a good thing.

So you’ve signed with a new record label. Is that like the first day of school?

Because I still think of you in the ballad niche. Is that annoying?

It’s just a whole new vibe and energy. The team are amazing it’s been really good!

And what was it like parting with Simon Cowell. Was it difficult?

Yeah it was. Because we’d worked together for years and he’s been amazing to me. Simon’s not there on the ground A & R’ing my records with me. At first he was more but X Factor’s now in a thousand million different countries and he’s all over the place and it’s difficult to pin him down and I just needed to do my own thing, and go my own way.

But I still have so much love for him and we’ve got a good relationship still.

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So let’s talk about ‘Fire Under My Feet’.

It’s uplifting, it’s got a bit of gospel feel, it’s very earthy and very free which is what I love about it.

No because I still have those ballads on (the album) and I love singing those songs.

There’s an amazing song by Dianne Warren on the CD that I really love, and that’s a huge ballad so there’s still that sort of thing there.

You’ve an amazing mezzo soprano voice which spans four octaves.

What do you think is special about your vocal range?

I was classically trained which I suppose helps. I thought I was going to be an opera singer and so did my mum.

Would you go back to opera?

I still do opera. I’ve recorded a couple of classical songs and I love the training behind it and the discipline. I think it’s a great foundation for any singer.

You strike me as a shy person so how do you feel when you go on stage?

I’ve been performing for such a long time that it feels natural and something that I do.

You’re alright with 20,000 people staring at you?

I’ve been alright so far. I still get nervous of course but somehow I get through it. I love what I do!

You are a fellow vegetarian. Since you were twelve?

Yeah What made you turn to vegetarianism?

Once I knew that the sausage was a pig, I was like “no no.. no thank you”.

What about when you go around to people’s houses? Do you ever feel bad? I do!

How do you take that moment and take that deep breath?

I get that when I go round to my sister’s in law! (laughs)

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Barton Peveril Class of 75 Reunion WHEN three old school pals met for the first time since their sixth form days this photo brought back many memories and sparked plans for a class reunion - 40 years on.

At the start in March the three knew of only six others from the Barton Peveril class of '75 but since then word of mouth, internet searches and the help of other enthusiasts have put the reunion organisers in touch with more than 100 of their college mates.

The group’s locations range from Hampshire to as far afield as Australia and New Zealand and their list of occupations is almost

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The Season Art Class Exhibition The Seasons Art Class Hampshire held its end of term exhibition at The Hilt, Chandlers Ford, on 21st May. The event was attended by students, visitors and guests from the Winchester, Southampton, Romsey, Itchen Valley and surrounding areas.

The work on display included pencil drawings, oil pastel paintings covering a selection of different projects, watercolour landscapes and birds, and everything from abstract art to landscapes and trees in acrylic paint. The students produced all the exceptionally high standard of work on display which went from strength to strength as the course progressed.

Some of the visitors were so impressed that they booked onto future drawing and painting classes with Seasons.

All courses are designed to be fun for absolute beginners, who have never picked up a brush before, through to intermediate students. Courses are open to adults of all ages, and are geared to provide students all the help they require to develop their artistic skills. The curriculum is fun, comprehensive and interesting.

Students are made to feel very welcome, with refreshments provided. The class is informal and fun, but is very much a teaching class, and the tutor goes through the techniques of each medium and project step by step. Take a look at some of the exhibition photos - these are all beginner students, look what they've achieved!!

The next course starts on Thursday 10th September 2015 at The Hilt, Hiltingbury Road, Chandlers Ford.

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The Ageas Family Festival Returning for its fourth year, the home of Hampshire Cricket welcomes The Ageas Family Festival on 1st August.

Alongside fantastic family entertainment, the Festival will feature the Royal London One-Day Cup – Hampshire v Middlesex, with a headline musical performance from Boyzone, one of the UKs bestloved boybands.

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Prior to the headlining performance by Boyzone, the cricketing action will see Hampshire face Middlesex in a Royal London One-Day Cup match. The Royal London OneDay Cup, a 50-over competition, offers a midpoint between County Championship cricket and the NatWest T20 Blast. As such, it benefits from the best of both

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Free activities for children will range from bouncy castles to climbing walls, laser quest to a fun fair, with Cricket Coaching also returning alongside an arts and crafts area for all.

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RECIPE

Veggie Bean Burgers Makes 8

Packed with flavour these burgers will be enjoyed by both meat-eaters and vegetarians. For a lovely nutty texture replace the sweetcorn with 100g chopped walnuts.

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3 tbsp olive oil 1 large red onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 4 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped 1 carrot, peeled and grated 2 tsp chilli powder 2 x 400g cans mixed bean salad, drained and rinsed 100g canned sweetcorn, drained 100g fresh breadcrumbs 1 large egg 1 tbsp lime juice 4 tbsp fresh chopped coriander (or parsley) Toasted burger buns, baby spinach leaves and sliced tomatoes, to serve

Ready in 40 minutes, plus chilling The uncooked burgers freeze well, just place on a lined baking tray and freeze until solid then pack away into freezer bags. To cook from frozen, place the burgers on a lined baking tray, brush lightly with oil and bake for 25-30 minutes at 200C, fan 180C, Gas 6 until golden and piping hot.

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1. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a frying pan and fry the chopped onion over a medium heat for 8-10 minutes until soft and golden. Add the garlic, spring onions and carrots and fry, stirring, for a further 2-3 minutes. Stir in the chilli powder.

2. Tip all the beans into a large bowl and roughly mash with a fork. Stir in the onion mixture along with the remaining ingredients and mix well to combine.

Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

3. Divide and shape the mixture into 8 burgers. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

4. Heat the rest of the oil in a large nonstick frying pan over a medium heat and fry the burgers for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown (you may need to do this in two batches so add a little more oil, if needed). Drain on kitchen paper then serve in toasted burgers buns with spinach leaves and sliced tomatoes.

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With all food either grown on site in the hotel’s breathtaking walled gardens or sourced from within 22 miles of the hotel, the venue for the launch was chosen to emphasise the message that local food is best.

Local producers engaged enthusiastically with guests sharing stories of their food and drink whilst offering tastings. From world Mike Smales from Lyburn Cheese with Discover’s own Melanie Tinson! famous cheese to organically reared meat, handmade charcuterie to rapeseed oil, the freshest trout to craft ale there was something to impress every taste.

Hampshire Fare masterminds the Hampshire Food Festival which this year is being supported by local law firm, Eric Robinson. Hampshire Fare is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the county’s food and drink producers. Events this year include farm and vineyard tours, pop-up dining experiences, jam and chocolate making classes, cooking demonstrations and more.

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There is something lovely about this part of the summer. The veg plot tends to be in overdrive and there are some delicious fruits cropping too. But sometimes your beloved flower beds and borders, pots and planters can be looking ever-so-slightly sorry for themselves. There is often a distinct midsummer-flop.

You planted up your flower beds and numerous pots and containers to make them look good but how can you keep them looking on top form for as long as possible?

Regular feeding is essential, particularly for anything growing in a container. Often crammed into a fairly small space and with compost whose fertiliser content is pretty well used up after a few weeks, by July plants in pots can be close to starving if you’ve not fed them regularly. At this time of year I would still feed herbaceous perennials and annuals growing in open ground too, but I suggest you resist the temptation to feed shrubs as these could be encouraged to put on new growth which will not be toughened up enough by the time winter comes; this late growth is then very prone to frost damage. A tomato feed with a high potash level works well for anything that you grow primarily for the flowers so every time you feed your tomatoes make up a bit of extra feed and pop it onto flowering plants. I tend to buy concentrated tomato food by the mini-tanker full as this works out much more economical!

Make sure that everything is deadheaded regularly, both the faded flowers and if necessary remove the flower stem too. On

soft stemmed plants you may be able to make to do it using your thumb nail, but a pair of sharp scissors or similar often makes for the quickest, neatest and least messy job. Do this as soon as the flower starts to deteriorate so that no energy whatsoever is used to form seed heads and it will make a huge difference to the performance you see the plants put on over the next few weeks.

I am a great believer in the ‘hair cut’ approach where perennials are given a trim using scissors or shears as soon as their flowering period is over. Do this promptly and follow it with a good feed and you can often encourage a second, later flush of flowers too.

If plants have become a little too tall or there has been a lot of rainfall they can literally flop over, clogging up the lawn on borders next to the grass, and generally looking a real mess. This is easily solved if you check that stakes and other supports are still doing their job and re-position them if necessary, taking care not to snap any flower stems in the process.

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At this time of year many flowers succumb to common diseases. This is how to deal with them: Powdery Mildew Keep the plant well watered at the base but avoid wetting the leaves and spray with a suitable fungicide if necessary

Aphids Remove with a strong jet of water, introduce ladybirds or spray with an insecticide

Leaf spots Just pick off the worst affected leaves

Rusts Pick off the worst affected leaves, try to keep the foliage dry and spray with a suitable insecticide

Caterpillars Pick off by hand or spray with a suitable biological or chemical control Keeping on top of these small problems is essential - regular checks should allow you to take prompt action, so avoiding too much damage occurring and often meaning that you do not even need to spray.

Weeds tend to be growing rapidly too, so try to remove these as they make for a lot of competition for water, food and even light. Pulling them out or

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If the weather is dry, regular watering will also help to keep your flower beds and containers looking their best. To minimise water wastage and the risk of those delicate petals becoming scorched, I suggest that you should only water in the evening or, if this is not possible, very early in the morning. A less frequent but thorough drenching is a lot more beneficial than very frequent but light waterings.

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WINCHESTER WILDLIFE WATCH 18 Jul, 10-12pm Winnall Moors Nature Reserve, Winchester, SO23 8DX Fun wildlife-themed and outdoor activities for children aged 5-15 years at Winnall Moors. Usually the 3rd Saturday each month. Suggested donation £3 Bring wellies and waterproofs.(B) winchesterwatch@yahoo. co.uk AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL WALKING TOUR OF WINCHESTER 18 Jul, 1.30-5.30pm Outside the Great Hall, Winchester Rare opportunity to take part in a guided tour of Winchester with Professor Martin Biddle CBE, FBA, who carried out excavations of Winchester between 1961-1971 and is the general editor of the “Winchester Studies” series of books. (B) clare.chapman@ winchesterstudies.org.uk www.winchesterstudies.org.uk 07743953504 48

OLD WINCHESTER HILL FORT 18 & 19 Jul, 10-30 to 5pm Old Winchester Hill Guided tour and lecture around the site. Bring your own lunch on both days. This is a 2 day event and visitors are encouraged to attend both days, but it is not a requirement. No need to book.

Free, r.whaley1@btinternet.com www.nehhas.org.uk PRIDE AND PREJUDICE 19 Jul, 2.30pm & 7pm Avington Park, nr Winchester, SO21 1DB Open-air theatre. Bring a picnic and something to sit on. 01962 840440 www.thepantaloons.co.uk ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST 21 Jul, 7.30pm Theatre Royal Winchester, Jewry Street, SO23 8SB A troupe of young actors brings to life the play adapted from the novel by Ken Kesey. Tickets £12, concessions £10 01962 840440 www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk FAMILY FUN & CONSERVATION WEEKEND 24-26 Jul Hazel Hill Wood, Farley, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 1AA Summer conservation projects helping to care for the woods - offering healthy exercise and gentle cultivation. Plenty of time to relax, play games, enjoy tasty food and join in campfire songs and stories. Open to individual bookings for adults, as well as to families with children (min age 7+ with a family member). Costs include food and accommodation. £70 adults, £50 concessions and under 18s. 07881 425 804 FASCINATING FINDS DAY 25 Jul, 10-4pm City Museum, The Square, Winchester, SO23 9ES Drop in to the City Museum and handle real archaeological objects from the collections with our curators, and bring along your own fascinating archaeological finds for identification by our experts.

ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION 25 Jul to 2 Aug, 10.00am to 4.00pm Mon to Sat, 11.00am to 4.00pm Sun King John’s House, Church Street, Romsey, SO51 8BT The exhibition showcases a variety of high quality photography taken by members of the Viewfinders of Romsey Camera Club. Nearest parking is at the Lortemore Street car parks. publicity@viewfinderscc.org.uk VICKY PARK FAMILY FESTIVAL 1 Aug, 10-5pm Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley Abbey, SO31 5GA A family fun day out. Bring a blanket and chill out in the sunshine whilst listening to live music from local bands. There will also be food and a selection of activities. Camping option available. 02380 455157 OPEN GARDEN (NGS) 1 & 2 Aug, 2-5pm The Buildings, Broughton, Stockbridge, SO20 8BH High on the Hampshire Downs, with wonderful views, our 1 acre offers modern planting in gravel, borders and an exuberant pergola all on thin chalk soil. At its best in late summer, it is often described as inspirational, the planting and layout widely admired. Many unusual plants and varieties especially in the Salvia, Clematis viticella, and Pelargonium families.

Admission £4, Children free 01794 301424 www.ngs.org.uk/ OWSLEBURY HORTICULTURE SHOW 6 to 9 Aug The Glebe Field, SO21 1LU Thursday evening: The Mission Tent Gospel Service Friday all day: Entries Day, Saturday afternoon:

Owslebury Show, Saturday evening: The “after show” party, Sunday morning: St. Andrews Family Service www. owslesburyhorticulturalshow. co.uk 01962 777216 CHEESE AND CHILLI FESTIVAL 8-9 August North Walls, Devils Island, Gordon Road, SO23 7DD A variety of tasty local and regional cheeses and chilli-based products. Includes ale festival, craft markets, cookery demos and entertainment.

MURDER BY THE BOOK 14, 15, 21 & 22 Aug, 7.30pm Jubilee Hall, Kings Worthy, Winchester Worthy Players presents Murder by the Book by Duncan Greenwood and Robert King.

When vitriolic thriller writer Selwyn Piper crosses swords with his venomous ex-wife Imogen, his secretary finds herself caught in the crossfire, and the young man next door has to come to her rescue. Black comedy at its best. www.theworthyplayers. co.uk ALLOTMENT OPEN AFTERNOON 16 Aug, 2-5pm Park Road allotments SO23 7BE, Cromwell Rd allotments SO22 4AD and Edington Road SO23 7AF A chance to chat to plotholders and consider going on the waiting list. Having an allotment is a chance to lead a healthier lifestyle, make friends and preserve the allotment system for future generations.

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FAMILY SUMMER’S END PICNIC 22 Aug, 7.30pm to 9.30pm Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Jermyns Lane, Ampfield SO51 0QA The fantastic 80 piece orchestra Pops Incorporated UK performs.

Firework finale. Picnic hampers are available for ordering by calling 01794 369319 Bring your torches, rug and deck chairs. Adult £15.95, Child £8. (B) 01794 368787 OPEN GARDEN (NGS) 5 & 6 Sep, 2-5pm The Buildings, Broughton, Stockbridge, SO20 8BH See entry on 1 & 2nd August for details.

OPEN GARDEN (NGS) 6 Sep, 2-6pm Terstan, Longstock, Stockbridge, SO20 6DW 1 acre, intensively planted, with an artist’s flair for colour and design.

Relax on one of the many seats with views across the River Test to the Hampshire Downs and listen to gentle jazz. An exuberance of rare and unusual plants. Admission £4, Children free. www. pennyburnfield.wordpress. com ROMSEY AGRICULTURAL & HORSE SHOW 12 Sep, 8am to 6pm Broadlands Park, Romsey Annual event showcasing all that is good and excellent relating to horses. 500+ trade stands www. romseyshow.co.uk OTHELLO 17 Sep, 7pm The Point Theatre, Leigh Road, Eastleigh, SO50 9DE This is part of The Point’s Live Stream programme, screening live performances directly from The Royal Shakespeare Company.

Tickets £12, concessions £10. www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk 02380 652333

COLDEN COMMON BEER FEST Community Centre, St Vigor Way, SO21 1UU 18 & 19 Sep, Fri 7pm to 11pm, Sat 1pm to 11.30pm A wide range of real ales from around Winchester and Portsmouth at £3 a pint.

Entertainment by professional street performers. 01962 715789 KINGS WORTHY FESTIVAL 19-27 Sep, 10am to 11pm Kings Worthy, SO23 7NJ

Enjoy a week of live music, entertainment, a food festival, flower show, a fun run and more, ending in a firework finale as part of Kings Worthy Festival. Jrutter@ winchester.gov.uk 01962 884981 TOY AND TRAIN COLLECTORS FAIR 20 Sep, 10.30 to 2.30pm Fleming Park, Passfield Av, SO50 9NL Up to 90 tables of diecast, railway.

Bring your unwanted diecast or railway items to trade or sell with our dealers. Accompanied children under 18 no charge. £2 Adults. 01380 725322.

AUTUMN ART, CRAFT & GIFT MARKET 26 Sep, 11-3pm Community Centre, St Vigor Way, Colden Common SO21 1UU Crafts and Gifts by local artists and crafters and small independent businesses.

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CHEMISTS Springvale Pharmacy 18 Fraser Road, Kingsworthy, SO23 7PJ

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Lloyds Pharmacy St Paul’s Surgery, Alison Way, Clifton Terrace, SO22 6EW.

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Local Boots Pharmacy 01962 842180 Unit 1, Stockbridge Road, Weeke, SO22 6EL. Sainsbury’s Pharmacy 01962 868641 Unit 3, Sainsbury’s Complex, Badger Farm, SO22 4QB. Different to shop opening times Lloyds Pharmacy 155 High Street, SO23 9BA.

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LIBRARIES http://www.hants.gov.uk/library/ Winchester Lending Library: 0845 6035631 Winchester Discovery Centre, Jewry St, SO23 8RX, Open: Mon - Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm www.discoverycentres.co.uk/winchester Stanmore Library: 0845 6035631 Wavell Way, Stanmore, SO22 4EH Open: Mon 2pm-5pm, Tue Closed, Wed & Fri 5.30pm-7pm, Thur 2pm-5pm, Sat & Sun Closed

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USEFUL CONTACTS Hampshire County Council Winchester City Council Planning Applications Refuse Street Lighting Highways & Traffic Police (routine inquiries) Royal Hants County Hospital Dial-a-Ride Shopmobility Steve Brine MP 9 Stockbridge Rd, Winchester, SO22 6RN steve.brine.mp@parliament.uk

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Netley Marsh Steam Fair 24 to 26 July www.nmscs.org.uk Live music in the evening Sausage 15 Rockbourne, Salisbury 24 to 25 July, sausagefestival.co.uk Swanage Carnival Dorset 25 July to 1 August www.swanagecarnival.com Vicky Park, Victoria Park, Hamble 1 August http://tiny.cc/vickypark Wickham Festival 6 to 9 August www.wickhamfestival.co.uk Headliners: 10cc, Proclaimers, Billy Bragg, Cockney Rebel Bankes Arms Beer & Music Festival, Studland 6 to 9 August www.bankesarmsbeerfestival. com On The Bus Summer Party 7, 8 & 9 Aug Secret location, Corfe Castle, Boomtown Fair, Winchester 13 to 16 Aug www.boomtownfair.co.uk The New Forest Folk Festival 26 to 30 August www.newforestfolkfestival. co.uk

One Love, Winchester 4 - 6 September www.onelovefestival.co.uk Reggae & Dub GullFest 2015 The Seagull, Fareham 5 September heyevent.com/event/ 798708063539942/gullfest-2015 Smoked & Uncut The Pig, Brockenhurst 6 Sep www.smokedanduncut.com/ the-pig-brockenhurst-musicfestival Weyfest, Farnham 4 – 6 September www.weyfest.co.uk Headliners Level 42, The Waterboys, The Christian, Paul Carrack Bestival Festival, IOW 10 to 13 September 2015.bestival.net Headliners: Duran Duran, Rudimental, Chemical Brothers

Butserfest Big Bike Bash, New Forest 12 September www.butserfest.co.uk Alcohol 28 to 31 August free!! www.bigbikebash.co.uk Victorious, Portsmouth 29 & 30 Aug www.victoriousfestival.co.uk Headliners: The Flaming Lips, Ray Davies, Tinie Tempah

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You might imagine that all music festivals are versions of the televised Glastonbury Festival.

All the beautiful young things dancing to the latest music, some of which an older generation may not recognise as music at all!

Yes, there are some huge festivals taking place this summer, attracting the very top bands and with prices to match. But there are far more smaller events taking place which are targeted at families and/or an older audience, which are very affordable and, best of all, are local. A little bit of knowledge goes a long way so here are a couple of tips:

r Don’t judge an event purely by the headline acts - some of the best performances come from little-known names. And if there is more than one stage you’ll have a choice of artists to watch throughout the day.

r Do your homework by going to Youtube,

Soundcloud or a music streaming site, and getting a taste of the particular acts that you might want to see

r Travel light if you can. If the event has

several stages you’ll want to move without having to take a pile of stuff with you

r Take a jumper or a jacket you can tie round your waist (and sit on if the ground is dry), rather than a coat you have to carry

r Don’t wear white – festivals

are always on fields, festival food doesn’t often involve cutlery and people do spill drinks

r You’ll be walking before, dancing during and walking again after, so do wear comfortable shoes (or wellies if rain is forecast)

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LOCAL CLUBS & GROUPS WINCHESTER PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY Meets on Tuesdays 7:30pm Winchester Discovery Centre SO23 8SB New Members are made Welcome.

The season will continue through May 2015. For further details please visit the website. www.winphotosoc.co.uk SEWING AND UPHOLSTERY Every Mon, Thurs & Fri 9am to 4pm Peter Symonds College, Winchester SO22 6DR For a full range of our sewing and upholstery courses and workshops please see the website http://ace.psc.ac.uk/courses/leisure.

To enrol please call 01962 889547 SOCIAL GROUP, 20 - 40 Winchester Circle of Friends is a friendly social club, for like-minded individuals aimed at singles and couples in and around Winchester aged from mid-20s to mid-40s.

Membership is £12 a year. www. meetup.com/Winchester-Circle-ofFriends/ SOCIAL GROUP, 25 - 25 This group is aimed at anyone roughly in the 25 to 35 age range.

Social events each month. Come along, make new friends, have, do stuff! www.meetup.com/winchesteryoung-professionals

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SOCIAL GROUP, 40+ CHEARS! is a welcoming and inclusive meet-up group for active adults with a positive view of life and interests in many shared activities. CHEARS! friendly socialites are mainly in our 40’s & 50’s (we have no age restriction).

Membership is £6.50 a year. www. meetup.com/CHEARS-Winchester SOCIAL & TALKS Associated with the WI, but our membership is typically aged 40 to 60. Our monthly meeting takes place at The Hundred Mens Hall, St Cross Hospital on the third week of the month alternately Mondays and Tuesdays. Talks held from interesting speakers. www.kitchendancers.co.uk RSPB – WINCHESTER GROUP Shawford Parish Hall, Shawford, SO21 2AA The group’s aim is to support actively the work of the RSPB in the local community and to involve RSPB members and the wider public in the Society’s conservation, public affairs, education, fundraising and other activities. Regular monthly indoor meetings locally throughout the year and occasional day-trips to local nature reserves. www.rspb.org.uk/ groups/winchester, 01273 775333.

FRIDAY CYCLE RIDES 3rd Friday of each month, 9:30am to 12:30pm Worthy Lane Car Park SO23 7AB 15-20 miles easy cycle ride at a leisurely pace (8-10 mph). The cycle ride will include a coffee stop. 07591 594314 WINCHESTER RAMBLERS Walk regularly on Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday. Meeting Sundays at the Durngate car park

in Winchester and leave at 9:30 am travelling to the start of the walk.

During the week we make our own way to the walk starting point. membership@winchesterramblers. org.uk, www.winchesterramblers. org.uk WINCHESTER SPIRITUALIST CHURCH Every Friday, 7-9pm Stanmore Community Centre, bottom of Somers Close SO45 3QD Guest Mediums also held fortnightly. Mediums may give a talk on subjects close to their heart followed by a Mediumship Demonstration. 07717507579 ARCHAELOGY & LOCAL HISTORY WARG, the society for Winchester archaeology and local history, promotes the study of archaeology and local history in the City of Winchester and the surrounding area, through monthly events including lectures; walks; excursions and excavations. For membership info membership@warg.org.uk

DO YOU RUN A LOCAL GROUP? This section is free for charitable, free or very low cost groups and just £5 a month for commercial groups (highlighted entry). Add your details to our next edition (going to 10,600 Winchester homes) by going to www.discovercommunity.co.uk and use the editorial form under Contact Us.

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