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With their family carpet cleaning business, The Kleen Machine, now endorsed by the Government Trustmark, Ken and Pauline Lawrence have gained recognition of the excellent cleaning and reliability they adhere to.

“Being recognised by Hampshire Trading Standards and the Government Trustmark is an endorsement of the standards and service we provide to our clients” says Ken. “When clients have invested in quality furnishings they need to be reassured that

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“A correctly performed clean” says Ken, “can breathe new life into tired furnishings.

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JANE AUSTEN AT WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL To commemorate the 200th anniversary of the death of Jane Austen, Winchester Cathedral is hosting events and activities celebrating the life of one of the world’s most famous authors, who was buried in the north aisle of the Cathedral on 24 July 1817.

Visitors are welcome to come and learn more about this much-loved author, whose work has inspired people, generation after generation.

The Jane Austen Story is a permanent exhibition, telling the story of Jane’s life in Hampshire and the final few weeks in Winchester before her death.

This summer only (to the end of September), an additional exhibition will be added displaying beautiful artefacts from Jane’s life.

There will be various performances along the way with a Jane Austen theme. Pride and Prejudice needs no introduction, and will be performed in the Cathedral Close by acclaimed outside theatre company, Illyria. Performances are on 28, 29 and

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30 June at 7.30pm (picnics welcome!). Tickets are £14 from the Box Office.

On the actual anniversary of her death, 18 July, there will be a special Anniversary Evensong with music sung by the Cathedral Choir and contributions from invited guests. Then, on the anniversary of her burial, Monday 24 July, there will be a Commemorative Funeral Procession which will leave the house to her grave in the Cathedral.

A rather more upbeat event will round off the proceedings in the Cathedral Close on 23 July at 1pm, where all are invited to share in the joys of everything Jane Austen!

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Editor’s Letter

FESTIVAL FUN I wrote last time about having welcomed a camper van into the family. At that point I hadn’t done much more than a trip to the seaside, but since then I’ve managed one festival.

Three of us went to a fantastic festival in Dorset (which raised £76,000 for a children’s cancer charity). Now, this was the end of April which – up to that point – had been very dry, but just not that warm. Unfortunately we weren’t blessed with a dry weekend, and the weather turned colder than ever.

I do have heating in the camper, but as I didn’t get back till gone midnight there didn’t seem much point putting it on, especially as I prefer to sleep in a cool room. However I didn’t notice that I hadn’t shut the door properly so

by the next morning I’d curled into a pretzel in an effort to stay warm. And planning is definitely needed, as that first night I found I had so much ‘stuff’ spread around it looked like I’d been burgled.

Apart from that, it was great fun. It’s like being a child with a den. Little pots and pans, kettle on a hob, and waking up to a view of fields.

On the subject of festivals, we are running a four-page guide to the summer festivals this month. Not all of them are overnight and even if that’s an option, you can choose to come home from most if you want. If you have children though, do stay over - they’ll love it! Our front cover this month is from Camp Bestival which is the most child-friendly Tania Houston event I’ve been to (see Editor page 27).

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Carefully positioned ceiling-mounted spotlights are ideal, but an adjustable lamp may provide a more informal, cheaper fix for a simple domestic display. Think about where the light comes from: directly above, behind (for a dramatic silhouette) or from the front, and how ‘warm’ or ‘cool’ the bulb should be in order to enhance colour and texture.

3. Group objects together and they can be much more than the sum of their parts. A group display may consist of almost anything: a series of Delftware plates or tiles, a dozen framed silk headscarves, pebbles in graduating sizes, mirrored baubles, wooden shoe lasts, a row of modern chairs in sorbet shades…you can have great fun with almost anything you decide to gather together.

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ROMSEY FAIRS AND FESTIVALS Summer’s here and the sun is shining (we hope). Time to make the most of being outdoors and what better way to do this than enjoying the quintessentially British pastime of attending a village summer fete, carnival or festival. Great live music, fun events both to watch and to take part in, and good food and drink. And in the month of July, Romsey is spoilt for choice.

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1-16 July www.romseyfestival.org This festival is a celebration of the arts brought to you by members of your local community. You can expect

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• Workshops, talks, demonstrations, and interactive events.

• History, local culture, religious celebrations and food and drink.

Of special note are events such as the annual Schools’ Choir Festival in aid of Jane Scarth House, and concerts from the Romsey Choral Society, the Romsey Singers, Romsey Abbey Choirs and Romsey Male Voice Choir. Folk and popular music performers include Folklights at the Lantern Theatre, Cuckoo Pint at King John’s House, and Home Folk in the Old House At Home.

RAODS will be performing their production of “Cider With Rosie” at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and Island House, whilst regular performers Chest House Productions stage the story of Florence Nightingale at Romsey Library.

Festival Chairman Dick Hewett hopes that the range of events will attract as wide an audience as possible, showcasing the talent and culture of Romsey and the surrounding area to best advantage, as well as raising funds for many good causes.

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Beggars Fair 8 July www.beggarsfair.org.uk The Beggars Fair is an annual event run entirely by a small team of volunteers. The day has a great atmosphere that keeps bringing people, and performers, back year after year.

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There is plenty of style advice for older men available online. A good place to start is the Grey Fox Blog (www.greyfoxblog.com) or alternatively you can find some inspirational styling ideas on Pinterest (pinterest.com).

Styling for women: why it’s wise to accessorise

Despite the fact that we are all living longer, clothes designers still seem to be obsessed with youth fashion. It can be frustrating to try on dresses, shirts and trousers designed for younger bodies, so if the tailoring doesn’t work with your contours, try experimenting with more flowing styles that don’t cling to your body shape.

If you are sensitive about a thickening waistline, less-than-firm upper arms or a wrinkled neckline, simply conceal them with light, flowing clothing or a scarf. Choosing bold accessories as a focus for your outfit is a good way of diverting attention from features you’re less keen to show off.

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Knowledge is power. The key to styling in your later years is to understand the aging process and the way it affects your face and body. Age is something to be celebrated, not denied or ignored, and there’s much to be gained when - rather than ignoring or resisting the physical changes caused by aging - you finally decide to embrace them.

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The Chalke Valley History Festival has been held annually since 2011 and boasts of being the largest history festival in the UK. It began 2011 on a small scale and has now grown to be a week of talks, discussions, debates, as well as extensive and immersive living history and an historic air display. This year it moves to a new site in Broad Chalke (SP5 5DP).

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The UK Festival scene

(For everyone who thinks they are a bit old for that sort of thing…)

By Tania Houston The music scene is a vibrant and important part of UK culture, and the summer festival season is the exciting showcase for the best of our new and established artists. If you’ve never been to a festival however, you might think that what you’ve seen of Glastonbury epitomises the reason you don’t go: lots of mud and a huge drunk crowd of mostly twenty-somethings.

Let me enlighten you! I am – shall we say - a ‘more mature’ music fan and I promise you that there is something on offer for almost every age, music taste and budget. There are festivals for party animals and for families; for teens and baby boomers; for day trippers and weekenders; in other words, for anyone that likes the idea of having fun with a bit of music involved.

These pages give you some help with where to start and a more information about some of the ones I know a bit about.

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How do I choose?

There are several things to consider when planning your summer festival diary. Most of the events could be said to be suitable for anyone. Very few don’t accept children. But try to find out who the organisers are really targeting and match yourself with those.

1 You have a tight budget.

Aim for the one-day only gigs, and make the most of anything free or very low cost and local. Look at: Beggars Fair, Mela Festival 2 You have young children.

Does the website say children are ‘accepted’ or ‘welcomed’ – there’s a world of difference.

Look at: Camp Bestival, Victorious

3 You have tweenagers/ teenagers. They need keeping an eye on, but they want to spend the time with their friends, not you. Day events are ideal for this as it gives them a bit of freedom, but stops it getting out of hand. Look at: Curious Arts, Victorious.

4 You are over 40, child-free and want Radio 2/Breeze FM type music. The retro festivals are best for you. Look at: Wickham Festival and Let’s Rock

5 You are an adult with no ties and really into music and/ or fun and dancing. Aim for something meant for grownups and chart watchers. Look at: Common People, Reading Festival.

6 You are an adult with no ties and want a full entertainment program e.g. talks and activity. Plenty on offer and we’d recommend Blissfields (local), Cornbury and Secret Garden Party.

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A weekend AwAy On your doorstep is great, but it doesn’t feel like a holiday if you can nip back home at a moment’s notice. What’s needed is bit of distance (but not too much) and definitely a complete change of scene. From June to August, these ones will cram as much into three days as a fortnight in Magaluf.

Secret Garden Party 20-23 July, Huntingdon, cambridgeshire

caMP BeStIVaL 27-30 July Lulworth, dorset

Whilst this is very much a music festival, it is equally a huge weekend outdoor party. Some really exciting Credit: Max Miechowski musicians, side shows, talks, fancy dress, fireworks and more, you will have just the best time ever. It has been announced this will be the last time it runs having been around for 13 years so I guess all good things…, but ‘SGP’ fans are determined to make a truly memorable send-off. This is a great example of a ‘don’t think you are too old’ type of event. Yes, there will be more under 40s than over, but the relaxed environment means that anyone, young/old, slim/fat, straight/gay, normal or a bit quirky is equally welcome.

Kids are king at Camp Bestival and a large portion of the site is devoted to children, with stacks of activities, including “The Den” for 13-17 year olds. Be assured though that the music isn’t lacking (plenty for those even without children!) with headliners Holly Johnson (Frankie goes to Hollywood) and Madness, through to Louisa Johnson (X-factor winner) and chart-topping Anne-Marie. Then there’s theatre, comedy and a fireworks show and well serviced/well behaved camping areas. All that and in the grounds of the beautiful Lulworth Castle.

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WILderneSS FeStIVaL 3-6 august, cornbury Park, Oxfordshire Into August and school holidays, so a festival that truly offers something for everyone. Not every family is universally into the same music, or indeed into music at all. Wilderness offers a grand buffet of activities, where even the hardest to please will admit they had fun. Music – Grace Jones and Two Door Cinema Club for starters. Talks, poetry, debate, theatre, games, workshops, outdoor activity, wellbeing and dining experiences. Topped off with plenty of entertainment for children (because if they aren’t enjoying it, neither are you). www.wildernessfestival.com

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on The doorstep So maybe you like the idea, but just don’t want to commit yourself to spending a lot of time at one or blowing the budget just trying the idea out.

FeStIVaLL 29 July, Southampton New on the scene this year is Festivall which is looking like a fantastic day out at Let’S rOck very reasonable prices. Held 8 July, Southampton in Mayflower Park, it will be A retro festival, so if you are of the headlined by Alesha Dixon and right age, you will have grown up also features Conor Maynard, with these acts. There’s just one X-factor finalists Union-J and Radio stage at the front, but the day is as 1’s Scott Mills with a DJ set. But much about the socialising as it is there’s plenty more with other about the music. Picnic blankets, stages, a Comedy Tent, and a chairs and singing along all equally dance tent. For the littl’uns, Tiny prominent! Headliners include Fest is their own area within the main event. www.festiv-all.co.uk.

Tony Hadley (ex Spandau Ballet).

VIctOrIOuS 25-27 aug, Southsea Victorious is unique in its truly universal appeal.

It has a dedicated entertainment area for children, Rita Ora and Olly Murs for the teens and Madness and Stereophonics for the ‘nonteens’. Being a flat site it’s good for parents with buggies and elderly or disabled. And with bargain price day tickets (adults £30, age 5-15 £8) and a good train service to Southsea, well what’s not to like? victoriousfestival.co.uk

Two big ones There are two big all weekenders in this area which need a budget and some stamina to attend.

BLISSFIeLdS 6-8 July, Winchester Several of the Discover team went to this one last year and loved it.

Blissfields has become a little gem on the festival circuit and whilst it’s never going to be a Reading, Glastonbury or Isle of Wight sized event, it has pulled loads of established names in the past such as Bastille and Mumford and Sons. An illicit journey to the Hidden Hedge at night is a must to sample the bohemian delights of fire dancers, acrobats and trapeze artists.

A wonderful festival experience on a smaller scale. blissfields.co.uk

WIckHaM FeStIVaL 3-6 august, Wickham KT Tunstall (who is a great performer), 10cc, The Levellers and Seth Lakeman are headlining this year. There are no current chart-toppers, but then it’s not that sort of festival. The audience tends to be families (and plenty of children’s entertainment offered) and a slightly older audience. But it means there’s a relaxed atmosphere and good camping/campervan facilities giving a lovely combination of excellent music in a social environment. www.wickhamfestival.co.uk

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Festivals for All JUlY 5-9

New Forest Folk Festival Brockenhurst

Folk music festival, with music workshops and singarounds. Families welcome. newforestfolkfestival.co.uk

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Blissfields Winchester

See previous page. blissfields.co.uk

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Cornbury Festival Nr Oxford

Bryan Adams, Kaiser Chiefs, Jools Holland, so something for every age. Very child friendly. cornburyfestival.com

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Let’s Rock Southampton

See previous page. letsrocksouthampton.com

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Beggars Fair Romsey

Held in various venues throughout the town, both indoor and out. beggarsfair.org.uk

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Lowde Fest Nr Hook

Charity music festival with fun fair. lowdefest.com

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One Live Guildford

One day event headlined

by Darkness & Melanie C. Charity so inexpensive tickets. onelivefestival.co.uk

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The Pig Brockenhurst

Hosted by the Pig Hotel, good music and excellent food! smokedanduncut.com

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Jurassic Fields Bridport

Over 40 acts, many of them local.

Very family friendly. jurassicfields.com

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Mela Festival Southampton

Music & dance from South Asia and around the world. Free. southamptonmela.com

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Milford Arts & Music Milford on Sea

Various music and arts attractions.

Free. milfordfestival.org.uk

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Curious Arts Festival Lymington

Tom Odell and Izzy Bizu headline.

Also talks, poetry and comedy.

Unusually, accepts dogs. curiousartsfestival.com

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JerkJam Festival Fareham

Day of music, children’s attractions and food. jerkjam.co.uk

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Camp Bestival Lulworth

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FestivALL, Southampton

See previous page. www.festiv-all.co.uk

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Wickham Festival Wickham

See previous page. wickhamfestival.co.uk

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Boomtown Winchester

Temporary ‘cities’ across the site make for great theatre. boomtown.co.uk

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Fake Festival Southampton

Tribute event with covers of Blondie, Bon Jovi, Arctic Monkeys. fakefestivals.co.uk

18-20

Weyfest, Farnham

Jools Holland & Alison Moyet headline. Lovely location. weyfest.co.uk

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Reading & Leeds Festival, Reading

Muse, Eminen - it’s about the ‘names’ but few other activities. readingfestival.com

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Victorious Portsmouth

See previous page. victoriousfestival.co.uk

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Graze Festival nr Winchester

Music, cooking demos and children’s entertainment. grazefestival.com

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Pet Shop Boys, The XX, it’s the last big line-up event of the summer.

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outdoor relaxation When you get back from a hard day’s work, or when you simply find the time to escape into the garden after a stressful day, then it is essential that you are met by a soothing environment. So, concentrate on a truly relaxing feel that will help you to unwind as you enjoy soft shades and textures of foliage, delicate flower colours and fabulous perfumes.

Plants have an amazing ability to calm and soothe even the most wound up, stressed out mood, but what should you grow if you really want to create that perfect place to relax?

Start by considering a fairly gentle perfume, like that produced by many roses. One of my favourites is ‘Felicia’. For something slightly richer try ‘Tuscany Superb’.

If you have an arch, arbour, pergola or even a spare bit of fence then train a honeysuckle over it. Its delicately coloured flowers and fabulous perfume will cheer you up and you can even enjoy it in the early evening.

A sowing of night-scented stock will produce plants that are perfect for early evening relaxation, as this is when the flowers open and produce wafts of really sweet scent.

If you have space for a good-sized container plant, then grow your own Datura or Brugmansia.

Commonly known as the angel’s trumpet, these plants produce large elegant trumpet-shaped flowers with a wonderful perfume.

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Artemisia abrotanum has soft grey-green leaves that will make you want to touch it, which releases a lovely aroma.

The perfume of lavender is often used in aromatherapy because of its calming, soothing properties, so grow this in a sunny spot with freedraining soil, perhaps to edge a border. It not only has lovely, slightly furry or felt-like foliage but also produces that heavenly smell.

Grasses and bamboos work well too; the rustling sound of bamboo foliage as the stems sway gently is one of the most relaxing sounds I know, and for smaller spaces many of the grasses form wonderfully rounded and quite irresistible clumps of foliage.

When it comes to choosing flowers, if you want to relax then concentrate on cream, white and, of course, the pastel shades. Green is known to be a relaxing colour too, so include plenty of plants with good foliage, and, in shady areas, a miniature grotto-like patch planted up with ferns is wonderful.

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RIVERWALK RESTORATION Thanks to local young people, Romsey Riverwalk Restoration is continuing to make good progress with riverbank revetment along The Causeway. Sixteen students from Sparsholt College and eight Young Farmers, together with local residents, shifted 22 tons of stones and gravel into the special bags which was then laid in the river. It was hard, exhausting work but done with enthusiasm and goodwill.

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To celebrate, throughout July the Hampshire Food Festival will be showcasing the finest produce our county has to offer and there is a lot to see, taste, get involved with and generally enjoy. Not to be missed, especially if you consider yourself a foodie.

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CAMERA CLUB WINNERS ANNOUNCED Viewfinders of Romsey Camera Club recently held their annual landscape trophies competition and two members dominated the leader board in the category for printed images.

Terry Jamieson won the trophy with his photograph “Sunday Cricket at Bamburgh Castle”. The judge, Matthew White, said that he liked the contrast between the ancient castle and the live game taking place beneath its walls.

“Sunday Cricket at Bamburgh Castle” by Terry Jamieson winner of print category

Stuart Bennett won both silver and bronze for his images “Desert Sunset” and “Sahara to Infinity” respectively. Terry was awarded two Seals of Merit for other images and another of Stuart’s images also won a Seal. Other Seals were awarded to Stephen Cooper and Roy Lambeth.

In the projected image category Jill Koernich won the trophy with her image “Undulations”.

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What’s On FARLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL 20-25 June All Saints’ Church, Farley SP5 1AH World-class performances of classical music performed in an iconic church. www.farleymusic. co.uk Tickets 01722 320333 or on the door.

THE PAJAMA GAME 21-24 Jun University Rd, Southampton SO17 1TR Presented by Southampton Operatic Society, the Pajama Game is a romantic comedy. A touching story, spectacular dance sequences, a parade of interesting characters and an exuberant score. 023 8067 1771 ART CRITIQUING 21 Jun, 7.30pm to 9.30pm Lyndhurst Community Centre SO43 7NY Members (and non-members) invited to bring along a painting, either in progress or more complete, for Helen Talbot, professional artist and teacher to critique. www. newforestartsociety.weebly.com SYMPHONY OF FLOWERS 23-25 Jun Trinity Church, Hazel Farm Road, Totton, SO40 8JT Entrance: £3 per person (children accompanied by an adult will be free). Light refreshments available.

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SPARSHOLT VILLAGE FETE 24 Jun, 1-4pm Sparsholt Village Centre SO21 2NR Come along and enjoy a fun filled afternoon with something for everyone. There will be stalls to stock up on gifts, plants, books, cakes and more. Try your luck at the grand draw, tombola, the coconut shy, cricket game or ’splat the rat’. £2 for adults/children free. 07786 308934 i.h.eggers@gmail.com

colourful perennials, shrubs and mature trees (incl large Indian bean tree and cercis Forest Pansy).

Large geranium border overlooking grounds, bog garden, good pond with fish and water lilies, newly installed scented garden at entrance, small secret courtyard garden and container planting on The Dower House residents patios.

Admission £4.50, Children free.

Home-made teas. 01962 882848.

TEXTURE WORKSHOP 24 Jun, 10-4pm Emery Down and Bank Village Hall, SO43 7EB Workshop led by Lindsey Cole with the title of texture. Open to non-members, if places available, booking essential (02380844970). www.newforestartsociety. weebly.com

SIMPLY LAND ROVER 25 June 10am A British Army Air Corps’ fully operational Land Rover equipped as a camouflaged mobile radio unit will be on show as part of an impressive line-up at Beaulieu’s Simply Land Rover. www.beaulieu.co.uk.

CHERITON COTTAGE 25 Jun, 11am to 5pm Cheriton Alresford SO24 0PR Traditional 4 acre walled garden, a haven for butterflies and bees.

Admission £5, children free. Home made teas. www.ngs.org.uk

HSBC UK CITY RIDE 25 Jun 11am-3pm Calling all cyclists of all ages.

Join the city’s mass cycling participation ride with plenty to do for all the family on and off your bike. www.letsride.co.uk/ city-ride/southampton.

THE DOWER HOUSE 25 Jun, 2.30pm to 5.30pm The Dower House, Winchester, SO23 7LD 5½ acres with easy paths, numerous seats, good views,

ART DEMONSTRATION 28 Jun, 7.30pm to 9.30pm Three Score Club, Salisbury Road, Totton Sonia Bacchus (www.artprofile. co.uk) will demonstrate using ...Continued on page 54 53

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a floral foreground in acrylics and oils for our members. www. tottonartsociety.org.uk OPEN GARDEN 30 June, 2-6pm Merdon Manor, Merdon Castle Lane, Hursley SO21 2JJ 5-acre country garden surrounded by spectacular views. Roses, shrub walk, container plants, wild pond, with special secret walled garden. Adults £4, Children free.

Home-made teas. Proceeds to charity. 01962 775215 CIDER WITH ROSIE 1 Jul, 7pm – 9pm (approx.)

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, SO51 0QA RAODS presents and outdoor performance of Laurie Lee’s classic and wonderfully vivid memoir of childhood in a remote Cotswold village. Come early to enjoy your picnics, gates will open at 6pm. Booking is essential Price: Adult: £12 / Child (2-16yrs): £9 www.hants.gov.uk/shop/product. php QUILT FESTIVAL 1 Jul to 16 Jul 10am-4pm Romsey Abbey As well as the wonderful displays of quilts there will be a Sales Table and demonstrations in The Abbey. www.ticketsource.co.uk/ romseyfestival FILM – FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 3rd July 3.30pm & 7pm Romsey Town Hall, 1 Market Place, Romsey SO51 8YZ Tickets £6 available from Town Hall Office 01794 512837 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/ romseytowncouncil PAIGE COTTAGE 6 & 9 Jul, 2pm to 5.30pm Crawley, Winchester SO21 2PR 1 acre traditional English country garden surrounding a period thatched cottage (not open) with a two-level pond with waterfall.

Combined admission with Tanglefoot £6, children free. Home made teas in the village hall. www. ngs.org.uk 54

LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION 9 Jul, 7pm – 9pm Sir Harold Hillier Gardens SO51 0QA The Michelmersh Silver Band, brings you the much awaited sequel to their 2014 box office smash. Enjoy all your favourite film music, from John Williams to Walt Disney and Star Wars to the Golden Age of Hollywood. Open air concert so booking is essential Adult: £12 / Child (2-16yrs): £9 www.hants.gov. uk/shop/product.php TWELVE MONTHS OF COLOUR 12 Jul, 7.30pm Three Score Club, Library Road, Totton SO40 3RS Speaker John Negas. Totton & District Gardeners’ Society.

Visitors £2 per mtg. 02380 668177 totton.gardeners@btinernet.com OUTDOOR THEATRE: NORTHANGER ABBEY 12 Jul 7pm to 9:30pm Mottisfont, SO51 0LP Heartbreak Productions bring Jane Austen’s gothic parody to life. Booking Not Needed. 01794 340757 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ events CHORAL AND ORGAN CONCERT 14 Jul, 7.30 pm Romsey Abbey ‘ I Was Glad ‘: Treasures of English Church Music. The Romsey Singers and the Romsey Abbey choirs are combining for a concert to celebrate 400 years of English choral and organ music. Music

by Parry, Tallis, Purcell, Elgar, Vaughan Williams and Britten, amongst others, will be performed.

01794 512987 Or online at www. ticketsource.co.uk/musicinromsey WATERSIDE ARTS FESTIVAL 14-16 Jul In and around the village. See our FB page, Waterside Arts Festival, for more information ROMSEY SUMMER CARNIVAL 16-23 July Providing entertainment, activities and interest to the local people of Romsey whilst raising funds for local clubs, groups and charities. www.romseycarnival.co.uk

CLASSIC VEHICLES 16 Jul, 1pm Wyevale Garden Centre, Landford SP5 2BE Organisers expect up to 60 vehicles to take part in the event, which will be judged in five categories; Best Saloon, Best Sports, Best Motorcycle, Best Miscellaneous and Best in Show.

Judging commences at 1pm. Entry is free. contact Ruth , 01794 515499.

PAINTING IN PASTELS 19 Jul, 7.30pm to 9.30pm Lyndhurst Community Centre SO43 7NY Local professional artist and teacher John Edwards will demonstrate painting in pastels of a market scene. There will also be a mini exhibition of members work with the theme of people. www. newforestartsociety.weebly.com GREAT BLOOMING TEA PARTY 21 Jul 1.30pm-3.30pm St Francis Church Hall Pilgrims Close, Chandlers Ford Teas and Home made cakes. Fun games and tombolas for children.

All proceeds to Marie Curie. 07521 151761 NETLEY MARSH STEAM & CRAFT SHOW 21-23 Jul A three day event with traction steam engines and a wide and varied range of vintage vehicles and engines. Wide range of entertainment for all ages. www. nmscs.org.uk THE NEW FOREST AND HAMPSHIRE COUNTY SHOW 25-27 Jul Brockenhurst SO42 7QH The New Forest Show is a major event within Hampshire with thousands of visitors coming along every year. Show jumping, art demonstrations and even a game cookery demonstration. Show farm for children and huge range of food, drink and retail stands.

FILM – JACKIE 31 Jul 3.30pm & 7pm Romsey Town Hall, 1 Market Place, Romsey SO51 8YZ Tickets £6 available from Town Hall Office 01794 512837 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/ romseytowncouncil

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