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Motorists face road closures

Round Tablers to the rescue! People in the Ringwood area who are suffering from New Forest District Council’s suspension of its green waste collection have been offered a new service – run by the town’s Round Table. Ringwood and District Round Table are launching their own Green Bag collection service, picking up pre-booked Garden Bags from the kerbside on Tuesday evenings. The service was due to go live on August 24.

A spokesman said: “We’ll be working with Ringwood Actions for Climate Emergency to dispose of your garden waste in an ecologically-kind manner wherever possible, and raising money for local good causes at the same time!” NFDC announced on August 10 that it was suspending its green waste collections for four weeks as it did not have enough staff across all its services. A spokesman said: “We

have staff shortages which are due to covid isolation rules, and the national HGV driver shortage.” Due to logistics, the Round Tablers say they will only be able to collect the green NFDC garden waste bags, which will be emptied and left on their owner’s drive. The service will be initially limited to Ringwood and costs £5 a bag. To book, contact: peoplesfundraising.com/ event/RTGreenBags.

Drivers using the A347 road near Dudsbury Crescent and Woodacre Gardens in Ferndown are facing a sevenweek closure from October 4 to November 26. Southern Gas Network is replacing a gas main. Meanwhile, Dorset Council has made an order to temporarily prohibit vehicles for 18 months from proceeding along Fernlea Avenue from the junction with Fernlea Gardens to outside 19 Fernlea Avenue in both directions. The council said the order, which covers a distance of around 50 metres, is needed to comply with health and safety regulations. The order is to allow storm water sewer work.Visit: dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/travel/ travel-dorset/roadworksroad-closures

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CELEBRATIONS: The Dreamboats’ 21st birthday celebration cake gets cut

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Nautical knees-up goes like a dream Dreamboats celebrated their 21st birthday in style – with hundreds of people enjoying a sunny afternoon on the water. The charity, which allows people to sail the seven seas (or more accurately the Stour), on all sorts of craft, made the most of the fine weather to welcome their guests and have a nautical knees-up.

Dreamboats chairman Pat Hymers said: “We were absolutely delighted to have a warm sunny afternoon for our party. “The many people who came down to celebrate with us were able to enjoy, not only the boat races, but the tea, barbecue, bar and musical entertainment provided by the singer Paul Michael and The East

Dorset Marching Band. “We were grateful to Wimborne Radio for being our compere for the day, providing the PA system and additional music. The cave experience was much enjoyed by the children whilst the raffle and other stalls entertained the adults too.” The annual boat race was won this year by ‘The

WATER FINE DAY: Winning paddlers ‘The Boatman Boys’ and, right, messing about on the river

Boatman Boys’ (Tom Richards, Ollie Brunt and Max Payne). There was fierce competition between the 12 boats entered, when enthusiasm was often more important than rowing skills! The boys emerged victorious and were presented with the Dreamboat Silver Challenge Cup, which they hold for a year.

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Antiques valuation at golf club Max Beaumont Fine Art & Consultancy and Broadstone Golf Club have teamed up together in the spirit of charity to host an antiques valuation event at the club. Max Beaumont and his team of specialists will be on hand to value a range of objects including jewellery, silver, ceramics, glass, paintings, coins and medals for a recommended donation of £5 per item. All proceeds will be going directly to Cherry Tree Nursery. The event will be held in the newly-refurbished Broadstone Golf Club clubhouse, which is situated within 250 acres of rolling terrain with ample car parking. Rich in history of its own, the club, originally known as The Dorset Golf Club, was founded in 1898 by Lord Wimborne and originally designed by Tom Dunn. Mr Beaumont said: “After

SUNNY OUTLOOK: Broadstone Golf Club

over a year of being stuck at home and no doubt watching hours of antiques shows during the pandemic, this is a fantastic opportunity to find out what those bits and pieces around the home could really be worth. “And with all proceeds going to charity, there really is nothing to lose!” Danielle Odubade of the club added: “We are looking forward to welcoming Max

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and his colleagues to the club and hope to discover a few hidden treasures.” The event will be held on September 15, on an appointment-only basis. Telephone 01202 693363 between 9.30am and 11.30am Monday to Thursday prior to book your slot or visit: broadstone golfclub.com or maxbeaumont.co.uk.

Babes’ classes in the woods! A baby class with a

difference is starting on September 9 at Broadstone’s Delph Woods for new or expectant parents and carers. The four-week classes take place outdoors in the woods and are run by the Piplings Tree Babies group. Guided by a registered mental health nurse who specialies in wild wellbeing, the classes last 90 minutes each and cover mindfulness and grounding practises, movement and exploring the forest, operational creative nature art and the opportunity to meet likeminded parents as well as offfering complimentary tea and cake. More information and details are available from: hants.gov.uk/shop/product.

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Protesters ‘weep’ for future of Stour

Wessex Water has commented on further claims by the environmental protest group Extinction Rebellion Wimborne over alleged sewage contamination of the River Stour. Whilst claiming the discharge levels cause little if any harm to the environment, the company agrees that developers should not be allowed to connect surface water drains to foul sewers. A Wessex Water spokesman said: “Since the 1960s we have stopped building combined sewers, but housing developers still have the ‘right to connect’ new surface water drains to sewers that are designed for foul water only. “We are calling on government to change legislation to no longer allow housing developers to

connect surface water drainage to foul sewers.” XR Wimborne made its pollution claims during a protest about alleged discharges into the River Stour, saying the watercourse was facing an ‘ecological emergency’. Group co-ordinator Joanna Bury said: “During heavy rain, sewers holding both sewage and excess groundwater are allowed to discharge into rivers in combined sewer overflows, and of course they can also leak at other times. “Unchecked climate change will lead to more extreme rainfall and flooding, causing increased frequency of sewage spills and greater agricultural, industrial and urban runoff into our waterways,” she said. Wimborne scientist Professor James Bullock said: “Over

recent years the River Stour has changed very much for the worse. It used to have stretches of beautiful clear water full of water crowfoot and other characteristic chalk river plants. “Residents were able to bathe in it safely. But now plants are covered with algae – a sure sign of pollution – and residents report sickness after bathing in the river and have even seen slurry floating on its surface.” XR Wimborne said its protest was designed to alert residents, councillors, MPs and Wessex Water that action must be taken immediately. During the protest, which mirrors one held previously, group members clad in bright pink chanted: “The Stour is polluted, we weep for the Stour” and also called out the names of species which they said were

especially at risk, including water vole, mayfly, salmon, kingfisher, white-clawed crayfish and water crowfoot. The Wessex Water spokesman added: “Occasionally storm overflows are used during heavy rainstorms to protect properties from flooding and to prevent sewers from overflowing into streets. “They are part of an older type of combined sewer system which carries both surface water and foul water, meaning the discharges are heavily diluted and are rarely attributed to any pollution incidents or harm to the environment. “In an ideal world we wouldn’t have storm overflows, but to upgrade the system is simply not feasible without demolishing buildings, causing serious disruption, and investing substantial sums of money.”

Extinction Rebellion Wimborne says...

n Chalk rivers are recognised internationally for their conservation importance n Water companies in England discharged raw sewage into rivers on more than 400,000 occasions in 2020. These polluting actions are permitted by the Environment Agency n The River Stour is significantly polluted with raw sewage and possibly run-off from farmland. 6

It has a failing chemical status and is polluted with a range of chemicals n This level of pollution, in all English rivers, is a risk to many plant and animal species and to the health of residents who use them for recreation (and their pets). It reveals a complete lack of progress towards the target of 100% healthy waters by 2027 n Our government must act now to

bring an immediate end to water companies discharging raw sewage into rivers n We must enact the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill which calls on the UK government to restore the variety, abundance and health of the UK’s biodiversity and ecosystems, to mitigate climate change and to conserve our waterways

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Your chance to voice your views about county bus services Dorset Council is asking residents for feedback on how bus services can be improved and what can be done to help more people to use them. The council is working in partnership with bus operators and other transport providers to deliver improved services in response to the Government’s Bus Back Better initiative, which aims to develop a national bus strategy for England. Dorset’s Bus Service Improvement Plan wants to hear from users and non-users alike, and will focus on fares, ticketing,

passenger facilities, priority measures and networks, and services. So far there have been calls for a better service connecting Alderholt to Fordingbridge, and a Hopper style service to connect West Moors, Verwood, St Leonard and St Ives with Ringwood and Ferndown. Portfolio Holder for highways, travel and the environment, Cllr Ray Bryan, said the plan was the most significant change for bus services since deregulation in 1986.

For people living in Ringwood, a new service change will come more quickly. From October 25, there will be a new bus service to Southampton. The new Service 5 from Southampton Mini-Link Buses will operate directly from Southampton city centre to Ringwood via Cadnam four times a day. The company was established earlier this year to provide a small network of routes to complement existing operators’ services. For more info, email: busbackbetter@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

£4k boost for Priest’s House heritage Wimborne’s Priest’s House Museum has received £4,000 to spend on an interpretation of the town’s heritage through performing arts and research. The money was part of £42,400 given to Dorset art and cultural organisations as part of the council’s community and culture project. The new project was launched in April and provides funding for arts, museums, heritage, community, physical and play activities to help make a difference to people living in the county. The fund was able to provide grants of up to 80 per cent of total project costs to applicants meeting the criteria. Grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 were awarded to projects supporting the council in meeting its core priorities, and in particular priority was given to projects benefiting marginalised people. The Arts Development

GRANT: Wimborne’s Priest House Museum

Company – a community interest company comprising former council staff who deliver arts development in the county – received £5,000 to improve participation for disadvantaged people. Youngsters in East Dorset with special needs will

also benefit from the £3,500 donated to Activate and Friends of Stour Connect will benefit from the £2,000 given for startup arts classes for older people in the north of the county. Sturminster Newton Heritage Trust received

just over £1,000 to improve disabled access at Sturminster Mill. The second round of the Project Fund will open on November 1, 2021, and details can be found at the community and culture project fund on Dorset Council’s website.

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More than 20 objections to plans for new homes

More than 20 people have objected to plans to build 43 new homes on land in Corfe Mullen. Dorset Country Homes has submitted an outline proposal for land south of Lambs Green Lane. It says that 15 of the homes would be affordable.

However, locals have been quick to object to the impact they claim it would have on the rural area and the increase in traffic which could happen if it is allowed. A resident of Lambs Green Lane said: “The site is not part of the main urban area

of Corfe Mullen and will have a significant material impact on the Green Belt, setting a precedent and undermining other local Green Belt sites. “Being elevated it is clearly visible from the Stour Valley and development will detract from the aesthetics and

openness of the countryside.” Others cited the area’s rural character, with one objector complaining that they had moved to the area for its ‘village’ feel which would be impacted by the plan. Others voiced concern for local wildlife.

Iona strikes gold at ‘mini-Olympics’ Sports fans at a West Moors care home have been victorious at a ‘miniOlympics’ event. After the excitement of Team GB’s exploits at the Tokyo Games, residents at Brook View and sister home Avon Cliff in Bournemouth decided to hold their own version of the Games. After a ceremonial cauldron lighting, gentle rivalry was played out in indoor contests including ‘hook a duck’, a ladder and bean bag game, quoits, carpet bowls, football and hockey. There were also cycling, weightlifting, basketball and shooting events. Competitors at both homes then took pride of place on podiums where they were presented with gold, silver and bronze trophies and medals. Overall winner was Iona Midlane at Brook View. She

CHAMPION: Brook View resident Iona Midlane is presented with her trophy by healthcare assistants Sheridan Simpson, left, and Lilli Walter. Inset, Jack Morey in action playing football

said: “We all had great fun playing and egging each other on.” Gold medal winners included Barbara Binding in basketball, Francis McCausland in shooting

and Pam Cheadle in cycling. Fellow competitor Bella Kier, who also won a tennis tournament at Avon Cliff earlier in the summer, said: “We always have the most

fun playing sport and it is always very well supported.” Brook View Companionship team member Sarah Moule said: “Our residents were following the Tokyo action closely every day and supporting Team GB. “There was a great deal of laughter and smiles all round Brook View as we then created our own ‘Team BV’. “Everyone enjoyed going hands-on and getting active.”

The evening star puts on a show for us Night sky events with Bob Mizon MBE of the Wessex Astronomical Society Ancient peoples wondered why an extraordinarily bright star appeared sometimes in the west, following the Sun down, and sometimes in the east before sunrise. Many thought that these were two different objects and called them the Evening Star and the Morning Star. Much later 10

was it realised that this brilliant ‘star’ is in fact the planet Venus, and what we are seeing is a lot of sunlight

reflected from its cloudy atmosphere, a toxic combination of acids and carbon dioxide. A goddess of

love to the Romans because of its pure white light, it is now known to be a hellish planet whose enormous surface temperature of about 500 degrees has destroyed spaceprobes and ruled out visits by astronauts. Watch for it in the last week of August and in early September low in the west after sunset. No, it’s not a UFO. Clear skies!

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Cycle lane becoming a national issue By Faith Eckersall

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Wimborne’s new cycle lane is fast-becoming the UK’s most infamous thoroughfare – thanks to a slew of national comments and reports claiming it’s caused accidents and is wider than the existing road it sits beside. Now Dorset Council has hit back at what it says are unsubstantiated claims being made against the route, which is being funded as part of a £79 million grant from the government’s green Transforming Cities Fund. Dorset Council said: “A number of articles have been published regarding the recently opened cycle lane on Wimborne Road West, Colehill, Dorset. The articles make a number of contentious statements, which are inaccurate or incorrect.”

The council addressed headon, claims that the images show the ‘particularly busy’ junction of the A31 at Canford Bottom with Wimborne road West. “Wimborne Road West and Leigh Road were originally this trunk road but were superseded with the construction of the A31 Wimborne Bypass,” it said. “As a result, the road is now significantly wider than is needed for a local residential through road and can well accommodate a bidirectional cycle lane, giving people green, healthy travel choices and helping to reduce congestion and speeding.” It dismissed claims that the cycle lane was the UK’s widest, saying it was for two-way traffic and therefore the correct width at 3.5 metres wide, but admitted it would be reviewing the lane markings

VINE: On the move? to see if they were confusing cyclists. The council dismissed allegations that local residents had not been fully informed, saying that in November 2020, all residents and businesses on Leigh Road and Wimborne Road West, as well as residents and businesses on other local roads leading to those roads had received letters, leaflets and other communications giving details about the scheme and why it was being undertaken.

It described as ‘unsubstantiated’ reports that lorries had suffered smashed mirrors because of the alleged narrowness of the lanes, and also said it has received no complaints from Jewsons on Leigh Road, as some reports had stated. Reports variously described the lane as ‘shambolic’ and it was claimed it had ‘divided opinion’ in the immediate area. Organisations as diverse at the Daily Telegraph to the Ladbible website carried the story but the BBC 2 and TV broadcaster Jeremy Vine, a keen cyclist, tweeted that he would ‘move to Wimborne’ for the cycle lane. l What do you think about the new cycle lane? Is it a shambles or a waste of money? Or are you already enjoying the freedom and safety it brings to the area’s cyclists?

Church’s problem is a matter of rust A church that has served its community for more than 100 years could fall victim to the Covid pandemic... and a bad case of rust. Colehill Methodist Church, which first welcomed worshippers in 1913, is facing a financial battle only weeks after opening its doors following an 18-month shutdown due to the antivirus regulations which closed churches across the nation. With income lost during lockdown from the hire of the chapel’s large hall to community groups, finances were already under severe pressure. But routine servicing last month of the central heating boiler brought a further blow when it was revealed that

BOILING OVER: Colehill Methodist Church

rust meant it had to be taken out of service immediately. “Without heating, as we approach the autumn and winter months, it means that we can’t offer the hall to local groups and we depend on that income to keep us

going,” said church steward Dennis Brewer. “The church has been a part of Colehill life for all these years and it would be so sad for everyone if we had to close our doors.” For members of the Lonnen

Road church, the hall has been the setting for coffee mornings, pancake and harvest festival events, Christmas teas and special lunches to raise money for charity work in Africa. Local groups have used it for activities including dancing, children’s trampoline, keep fit, yoga, Pilates and league table tennis. Some cash help for the church has been offered by the Methodist circuit under its funding scheme for churches hit by the pandemic closure but, to raise enough money to replace the boiler, the Colehill fellowship is now organising a Gift Day, on Saturday September 4, from 10am to noon, with tea, coffee and cakes for visitors. 11

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Letters

Cycle routes must be supported by all Dear Sir, Further to your item, of July 30, 2021, ‘New route for cyclists’: At considerable expense the first stages of the ‘new sustainable travel route’ linking Ferndown, Wimborne to Poole have been completed. Any local resident, pedestrian or motorist, cannot fail to have noticed that cyclists, especially the sport riders, continue to use the main highway and hinder other road users. Question, why do they ignore the much safer cycle way and continue to cause traffic delays by using the much narrower new road? What is their problem? Perhaps it is time for the Highway Code to be amended and, where an identified cycleway is available’ they use it. A classic example being the ring road round Bournemouth Airport. (Currently it is not a legal requirement to use a cycleway). However laudable the road project is it fails totally if there is a lack of understanding of its goals and it is supported by all parties. M Kingdon BH21

Supplying food to Allendale Cafe

Dear Sir, I read with interest Alice Metcalfe’s article on the Cafe at the Allendale Centre, and would like to correct one major detail. Poole Food Bank may have provided some of the food, but by far the largest single supplier for free food over the past year has 12

been ourselves, (Poole Community Exchange) At times we were sending van loads every week to be made into ready meals, most of which were used by The Allendale Cafe, but some we collected for distribution by ourselves. We would be happy to give you more information about Poole Community Exchange, as we are a Registered Charity, entirely run by volunteers, providing food to the whole of BCP and extending into East Dorset. In 2019 we were providing community meals to between 10 and 15 people a week, as well as helping anyone with housing, health, employment needs etc, including exoffenders, homeless and drug addicts, when along came covid. We immediately changed direction to obtain food and distribute, (free), widely across the area, including to several food banks. So far we have fed over 40,000 individuals from a standing start, and at the peak were getting through seven tonnes of food a week! We now have a food pantry which is open four days a week providing ambient, fresh and frozen foods to anyone in need, for which we only ask for a small donation, if affordable. Individuals can help themselves to as much bakery, fruit and vegetables as they need, when available. Anthony Sherman Trustee and Treasurer Poole Community Exchange

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Market is lifeblood of our community Dear Sir, On my weekly visit to Wimborne market last Friday I was struck again by the fact that this market is a remarkable and precious facility in our town. I have lived in Wimborne for five years and have barely missed my weekly visit, even during lockdowns. The market kept going throughout, and as a spacious, covered but wellventilated venue, provided a safe and friendly place to shop. If we lose our town market

on this site, we will have forfeited not only the source of a wide variety of affordable and good value goods (many from local suppliers) and a brilliant opportunity to recycle in the form of the multifarious second-hand stalls, but also an easily accessible hub where people meet, chat, and make the kind of connections that are the lifeblood of any community. Our town would be much diminished without it and I for one will do anything I can to support its continuing life. Pippa Martin Wimborne

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Take a seat but mind you don’t get wet By Lorraine Gibson It’s easy to miss the fascinating stories that hide in corners of the towns we live in but secrets lurk everywhere, so it’s worth taking the time to find them. For example, while there are no prizes for guessing the origins of Ducking Stool Lane’s name, it’s still worth taking a stroll down there for a gander (sorry). Next time you’re on Christchurch High Street on the Saxon Square side, or popping in for a snifter at Ye Olde George Inn, why not follow the street sign to the tiny lane and immerse yourself in some history of the watery-torture variety? Whatever you do, don’t whinge though, for at the end of the lane, on the bank of the river, stands the infamous scold’s ducking stool, in all its medieval glory. Well, that’s not exactly true: the only bums to grace this seat have been purely 20th century onwards, as it’s a replica. A good one, but a reproduction nevertheless. It was erected in 1986 to commemorate the centennial of Queen Victoria’s charter, which gave the town its borough status. The real Christchurch ducking stool first made an appearance in the borough’s records from the 14th century when a property deed, dated May 1350, featured a ‘Schufflyingstol’. Looking at the menacing contraption and feeling the wooden pivot that lowered victims into the drink, one does get a sense of the horrible reality of a ‘ducking’. And if you dare to sit on the ‘stool’ (it’s allowed, since years of silting has rendered the water ankle deep) you can almost hear the baying crowds and the wails of the petrified dipee.

SIT DOWN: The ducking stool in Christchurch is near Ye Olde George Inn on Ducking Stool Lane

The ducking stool was reserved not to punish suspected witches as is often thought, but just for normal women who happened to be a bit moany or shouty. This, presumably, was because men of that era were never shouty and moany... The poor souls were tied to the stool and then dipped in the freezing-cold River Avon, as many times as the mean old judge decided they deserved. The purpose was not to drown the women, but to humiliate them, the plan being that they’d be so embarrassed, they’d just go home and have bit of a moan about it … no, wait. n For more hidden curiosities, check out Ordnance Survey’s new Secret Stories self-guided walking tours app. 13

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Young adults aspiring to independence A Christchurch-based charity is marking six months of providing independent living for young adults with autism. Autism Wessex opened the house in Southbourne to give independence and create new friendships for the highly marginalised group. Aspire was opened by Inclusion Housing in March, with Autism Wessex providing care to the people living there. The modern house comprises three self-contained studio apartments, four en suite bedrooms and communal areas and is designed specifically for adults with autism. It enables them to live independently, with privacy, freedom and social interaction and their own tenancy agreements – alongside appropriate care

from the staff team who help with things such as cooking, cleaning, housework, personal care, shopping and community activities. Xavier, 18, was living with family before moving into Aspire in June. He said: “I’m enjoying being independent and I’m not really struggling so far. I’ve surprised myself.

“The team are there if I need them day or night. “Eventually I want to get a full-time job so I can upgrade my phone, my internet and get a new bike.” Brandon, also 18, was living in foster care before moving into Aspire. He said: “Knowing I have support if I need it is good. I’d also like to get a job and

that now feels possible.” Some of the staff team at Aspire are also exploring new challenges. Support worker Phil Donaldson said: “As soon as I started, I made a connection with one of the people we support who likes gaming and I’m learning a lot about autism and how complex it can be. I’ve surprised myself with what I’m achieving.” Another support worker Sian Saunders said: “My dad has a form of autism and I have always been able to recognise it and calm him down. I’m also around the same age as most of the young people here and I think they relate to me because of that. “There is lots of training available and we have had workshops in everything from first aid to safeguarding and epilepsy.”

MPs’ round-up

Afghans claiming refugee status must be given priority The speed with which the government collapsed and the Taliban regained control in Afghanistan is both a shock and a disaster. As the full consequences are yet to be seen, we can only pray that the Taliban show more respect for human life than they have hitherto. The emergency debate in the House of Commons was both sombre and compelling. It was a privilege to be able to listen in a packed Chamber to colleagues from across the House with experience of service in Afghanistan. Their conclusion was that the premature withdrawal of all support for the Afghan army was both reckless and wrong. It has irreparably damaged the credibility of ‘the West’ in our ability to defend and promote our values of freedom, democracy and the rule of law. It has also created a power 14

Christchurch & East Dorset: Chris Chope vacuum which Russia, China and Iran will exploit. Where, for example, does this leave the citizens of Hong Kong, Ukraine and Taiwan? The chaos in Afghanistan has shown NATO, with its series of grave, strategic and tactical errors, to be a toothless tiger. Why did our Government not insist that the United States properly consult its allies including the Afghan

government before giving up its support role? Were the likely consequences even considered? Where does this leave the UK/USA special relationship? Constituents are right to be worried about those who remain in Afghanistan at risk of Taliban reprisals. Our Government needs to prioritise claims for refugee status on their merits so that those at immediate risk inside Afghanistan are helped first. There is now a strong humanitarian argument for putting a total stop to crossChannel migration by insisting that those already in France are given refuge there. This will enable us to increase our capacity to take refugees direct from Afghanistan. n The need for governments to ‘get a grip’ also extends to local government and to Dorset Council. The farce over

the new cycle lane in Wimborne between Leigh Road and Canford Bottom could have been avoided. I expressed concern about the traffic implications to the lead councillor, Ray Bryan, as long ago as last November. Twelve weeks later I received a response which asserted that the road ‘is currently far wider than it needs to be which can encourage faster road speeds and inappropriate overtaking. ‘A reduction in width to the level proposed will have limited impact on its ability to accommodate traffic. This corridor will still function as one of the main vehicular routes into Wimborne from the A31’. Let us hope that our councillors explain why the outcome is so different to what was forecast and what remedial action is to be taken to rectify the matter.

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MPs’ round-up

Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory

MP for North Dorset Simon Hoare Those who have seen the film Zulu may recall Michael Caine’s answer to the question, after the battle, ‘how do you feel?’ He replies: ‘Ashamed. I feel ashamed’. Given the events unfolding in Afghanistan (and who knows what it will look like between my writing and you reading this) there are reasons for the West to feel ashamed. We appear to have singularly failed to grasp the import of intelligence reports. President Biden (of whom many of us had such high hopes of a new internationally engaged American) has signalled the retreat to isolationism. His message this week to the Taliban, and to any other actual or potential foes was terrifying: America will only act when America is in danger. The White House cannot expect all of the trappings of being the sole democratic global Superpower while divesting itself of all its responsibilities. Whether it likes it or not, America has a Values leadership role. How the enemies of liberty, human rights and the Rule of Law must be rubbing their hands with glee. Russia and China will take heart but Nato is increasingly in danger of becoming a

TAKING FLIGHT: Afghans aboard a USAF Boeing C-17

superannuated talking shop – it needs to recalibrate itself to reflect the new semidetached nature of the States. I understand why American taxpayers get annoyed when it is only the US, UK and France that meets its two per cent target on defence spending. Too many Nato members have over-relied on American largesse. Nato cannot only act if America is ‘in’. So we should feel ashamed that we have so lightly dealt with a defence of our values. As my friend and colleague Tom Tugendhat said in the House this week – this damned well feels like defeat. We should also feel ashamed and saddened that we have marched, rather like the Grand Old Duke of York, the Afghan people up to the top

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of the hill and left them there. I hope I am wrong but I do not believe that the narrow ideology of the Taliban can change or wish to change. They win through fear, intimidation, torture and subjugation. As a father of three daughters I quake to think of how women’s and girls’ rights will retreat to the point of non-existence under these brutes. We pledged we’d be there for the long haul and we abandon them after the first leg of what should always have been understood as being a long journey. From my inbox I know all too well the raw anger of many who have served or are serving in our military locally and who are asking: ‘What was the point of our sacrifice? We sent good

people to serve and die. Why?’ As one said to me: ‘It’s rather like beating the Nazis in 1945 and then letting them march back in to Berlin a few years later.’ I am afraid I don’t have an answer to their question save to say I see and empathise with their assessment. They feel let down. They feel their fallen comrades have been let down. They are appalled we have let down the people of Afghanistan. When the Asian population of Uganda came under persecution from Idi Amin, UK Prime Minister Ted Heath did not say: ‘well, we will take some now and some more over the coming years’. He acted swiftly and this only a few years after Powell’s Rivers Of Blood Speech, when race relations were far tenser than they are now. Those most fearful of torture and death in Afghanistan do not have the luxury of waiting a few years before they toddle off to the travel agent to book a flight. We need to get them out NOW. If we don’t, the Taliban will very quickly turn down the lights, draw the curtains to avert the prying of international eyes and unleash a pogrom of revenge best reserved for Game Of Thrones. We in Dorset must play our part in rescue endeavour. As they helped us so we must help them. I know Dorset Council is already engaged in this process. Let us all seek to rise to the occasion and play our part. Let us try to lessen this horrible feeling of shame. 15

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TIME TRAVEL: Wimborne is set to return to Georgian times

Pictures: DAVID BEARD

By Georgian! Town set to return to past Wimborne is gearing up for what promises to be a funpacked weekend of activities and entertainment. This year’s Wimborne History Festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, September 4 and 5 and the programme features lots of family-friendly activities which aim to transport you back to Georgian Wimborne. Alongside a large array of traditional Georgian games for children to try, and family craft workshops, the Puppet Theatre will be back by popular demand with a special Battle Of Waterloo show.

The festival will take over some of the well-known sites around Wimborne including the Minster Green, The Square, Museum of East Dorset, Allendale House, and the Allendale Centre. Children can also try their hand at Georgian pottery making, take part in a traditional maypole dance, or even fire a cannon in the Smuggling Cannon Game! But don’t worry parents, it’s not a real cannon… Festival entry is free and runs from 10am to 5pm both days. More details can be found at: wimborne historyfestival.org.uk

Villagers cite transport fears in objections to scheme By Faith Eckersall

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Developers who saw their request to build 34 affordable homes in the village of Alderholt slammed by locals have amended the proposal to ask for 27 properties instead. Sovereign Housing Association and Coda Homes first applied to build on land to the rear of 17 Hillbury Road in March and were met with strong opposition. Residents claimed the village 16

has only been assessed to need eight affordable properties and listed a variety of concerns, mainly over traffic and transport difficulties. Villagers claimed the plans, which include parking for cars, could lead to ‘at least’ 68 more car journeys each day. A homeowner who lives in Fordingbridge Road said: “There is little employment in Alderholt, so any population rise will result in an increase in vehicular traffic.” Homeowners cited what they

said were the traffic dangers at nearby Pressey’s Corner and the fact the proposed entrance to the site – which they claimed was outside the village envelope – would be staggered with Windsor Way, potentially creating more road worries. Villagers also questioned the description of the properties as ‘affordable’ with one claiming: “These properties would need to sell for less than £160,000 to count as affordable housing.” Some were concerned about any potential impact on the

area’s sewage system, whilst another cited concerns about the local wildlife population. The new application from Sovereign Housing and Coda Homes describes it as an ‘entry level exception site for the provision of 27 affordable residential dwellings with associated access, parking and landscaping together with alterations to 17 Hillbury Road.’ People now have until September 3 to make comments on the application.

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Elvis and the Colonel delight residents By Faith Eckersall newsdesk@ stourandavon.net

Elvis couldn’t fit in the building but he and his equine chum Colonel spent a day away from their riding centre in the grounds of a Dorset care home, bringing joy to the residents. The horses, who normally work with young disabled people, made a 15-mile round trip in a twin horse box from The Fortune Centre of Riding Therapy in Bransgore, to Colten Care’s Avon Reach home in Mudeford. Their visit was to personally thank Avon Reach resident and horse-lover, Margaret Barnes, who has contributed to Colonel’s living costs for more than 15 years. Margaret first became involved with the college around 20 years ago when she was editing the New Milton talking newspaper for blind and partially sighted people in the New Forest. She became interested in sponsoring a horse after hearing that a local bank supported the charity in that way. Margaret said: “I really liked the idea of what the college was about and all the good work they were doing with the children. I love horses but have never ridden one except as a child. “Before Colonel I

FEEDING TIME: Avon Reach resident Peter Denning feeds Colonel a carrot and, left, Peter and Jean Davies with Elvis

sponsored a horse called Bertie and used to visit the college quite often to see the horses work. It was such a joy to welcome both horses for an afternoon with us.” The visit came about after the college offered to bring Elvis, a 20-year-old New Forest grey and 25-year-old piebald Colonel, to see Margaret and her fellow residents after covid restrictions were eased. Companionship team

member at Avon Reach Jane Roberts said: “Our residents thoroughly enjoyed meeting the horses. They spent time stroking the pair and feeding them carrots, which were consumed very quickly. “Many of our residents have spent time with horses in the past and it was fantastic to witness the precious moments when they could renew hands-on contact with a pat and a stroke.” For resident Jean Davies,

the experience was even more meaningful. “I had never stroked a horse before and I was thrilled,” said Jean. “It was the highlight of my year.” Fortune College Principal Jane Delves and equine manager Claire Wesson both accompanied the horses. Jane said: “We were so happy to see the residents come outside and greet the horses. We’re grateful to Margaret for her continued sponsorship of Colonel because we rely on such support to help towards the costs of essentials like feed, hay, shoes and teeth checks.” Both the college, whose patron is the actor Martin Clunes, and Avon Reach hope to arrange a return visit later this year.

Forest taking the lead with new dog walking charter Dorset Dogs has joined with a number of other organisations including the New Forest National Park to offer a series of films featuring hints and tips on how to get the best from a dog walk – and protect the countryside. Over the coming months, five bite-size 50-second top tips films will be released,

with dog expert Natalie Light sharing advice on how to get a better recall, new games to make walks more fun and ideas for working on your dog’s behaviour around distractions in the outdoors. The announcement was made shortly after the New Forest National Park Authority launched a dog walking code to encourage

responsible dog-walking throughout the forest. Since January 2021, more than 50 businesses have signed up to a professional dog-walker charter which lists 24 ways that businesses can help care for the forest and provides a standard mark for pet owners to find responsible walkers. Dawn Rayment, People and

Wildlife Ranger for the New Forest National Park, said: “The New Forest is home to some of the UK’s rarest ground nesting birds which are easily disturbed by dogs running loose so it’s important to train our dogs to remain close by and be able to recall them at all times.” n newforestnpa.gov.uk

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Reach for the skies as Spitfire flies in to buzz fayre Verwood Rotary Rustic Fayre is set for take off on Bank Holiday Monday with a great day of family entertainment. Good weather has been arranged and the crowds at

Potterne Park will look to the skies as a WWII Spitfire buzzes the event! Attractions at the fayre include dancers, drummers, Tai Kwon Do, dog agility displays, terrier racing and

the ever-popular duck race and egg-catching contests. There’s free parking, lots of craft and charity stalls, a classic car display, barbecue and a bar for mum and dad. And it’s all in a good cause

– over the years Verwood Rotary Rustic Fayre has raised more than £121,000 for local charities. This year’s Verwood Rotary president, Louisa Hiscock, opens the fayre at 11.45am. POPULAR: Platinum pair Diana and Len Pearce and, inset, on their wedding day

Platinum partners started with a kiss A popular Wimborne couple have celebrated 70 years of marriage. Len and Diana Pearce were married in 1951 and have just celebrated their platinum anniversary. Len has lived in Wimborne all his life and is now 96. He was born in East Borough in a small cottage and went to Wimborne Grammar school, having attended the primary school in School Lane. Diana was born in Parkstone, and they met at a New Year’s Eve dance at the Woodlands Hall in Parkstone. Diana noted in her diary: ‘I could not get to the Woodlands until late, and though, strange as it may seem, I did not see or know Len until about 11.45 or just before. “I was dancing with Len and, as the Old Year went out and the New Year came in, he kissed me – such a gentle kiss…’ and that was the start of their life together! 18

They started their married life with Len’s parents in the cottage in East Borough and then moved into ‘digs’ at Oakfield, a house on Cranborne Road, just outside Wimborne. Just before their first daughter was born, they moved into Merley Ways, where they have lived ever since. Len volunteered for the RAF before being called up, and went on to become a Flight Engineer. His father was a gardener and also a retained fireman. Whilst dealing with a flood at Critchel House, during a thunderstorm, his father was struck by lightning and survived! After being demobbed, he returned to his job in the insurance industry, but soon moved to the Town Planning office in Bournemouth, where he stayed until he retired. Len commanded the ATC squadron in Wimborne and

then moved to command Poole ATC Squadron. He was the secretary of the old Wimburnians, and even at 90 became a guide in the Minster. Len also researched and published the service details of the men and women listed on the War Memorials in the Minster, the Grammar School, the United Reform Church and in some of the surrounding villages. He still has a wry sense of humour and is very interesting to chat to, if sometimes controversial! Diana worked as a playground monitor when the children were at school and was a Tawny Owl,

(Brownies). She was heavily involved in amateur dramatics, both in Wimborne and Poole. She appeared naked, (apart from a body stocking) on the Pavilion stage in Charlie Girl! Later, Diana and her daughter Christine, played the wicked witch and the good fairy respectively with the Allendale Pantomime Society. When Diana retired from being on the stage, she worked backstage doing make-up for many of the local shows. Len and Diane have two daughters, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

New Stour & Avon, August 27, 2021 Do you recognise anyone in this photo? If so, (and you’re not one of them), the likelihood is that you were a pupil at St. Michael’s in Colehill during its first few years of opening and you remember some of the original teachers, office staff and support workers. How things have changed – a team of 32 in 1971 compares with almost 60 in 2021. And two of the original staff don’t seem to have changed in those 50 years and are still living and active in the locality. So much more has changed in half a century: classrooms have replaced open-plan areas, there are walls instead of screens and pupils no longer have to change their shoes for slippers when they come in from the playground! Design technology is now taught instead of cooking, sewing and woodwork, everyone takes part in football, rugby and netball and the houses of North, South, East and West have been replaced by Bankes, Gulliver, Hanham and Paget. But some things remain the same – extra-curricular activities still play a major part of school life, assemblies are held every day, academic results are high and, importantly, the pastoral care within the school is strong. Sports teams and individuals enjoy success in local and national competitions and recently a number of past pupils have

CLASS ACT: Some of the St Michael’s staff and, below, the Fourth Year hockey team in the early 1980s and, right, a class photo from the 1990s

Marking half a century as St Michael’s hosts big weekend

hit the headlines in soccer, cricket and athletics. Focus 50 consists of a series of events to mark and celebrate 50 years of the school as well as looking forward and planning for a positive future for the next and every following cohort of pupils. Bishop Karen will begin the events by holding a service with the school on Friday, September 24. The following day,

Saturday, past pupils, members of staff and governors are invited to attend a reunion at the school from 11am until 4pm. It will be an opportunity to share memories and to have a tour around the school building and grounds. St Michael’s has been led by four headteachers – three of whom will be present on the day to share their recollections.

The original head, who has since died, will be represented by his deputy, Andrew Jones. A hog roast will be amongst the refreshments available but there is plenty of room in the grounds should people prefer to bring their own picnic. Everyone is also invited to be part of a Where Are They Now? memory book. To find out more, email smmsfocus50@gmail.com

Gardens are open as In Bloom makes a welcome return To mark its return after a year’s absence due to covid, Wimborne in Bloom Open Gardens Day is returning with a bumper number of gardens for people to see – including three in the same road. From 11am to 5pm on Sunday, September 5, there

will be 16 gardens in and around the Minster town for people to visit. Visitors pay £5 at the first garden and can start the trail at any point, moving on to see as many or as few as they wish. Three of the gardens will be offering teas and all will be donating the proceeds to

Wimborne in Bloom. There is more information at wimborneinbloom.org.uk and the gardens on show will be: 1: 17 West Borough. 2: 45 Blind Lane. 3: 3 Redcotts Road. 4: 4 Redcotts Road. 5: 7 Redcotts Road. 6: Trumpeters, 25 West Street. 7: 41 Julians Road (Teas). 8:

Wits End Corner, 34 Park Lane. 9: 1 Lewens Lane. 10: 10 Elizabeth Road. 11: 7 Byron Road. 12: 15 Minster View, (Teas). 13: 7 Bourne Court. 14: The Little Place, 38 Beaucroft Road. 15: 11 Colborne Avenue. 16: Holly Bank House, North Leigh Lane (Teas) 19

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Quacking on with Bloom duck race

LET’S GO SHOPPING: The Wardrobe Foundation visit Fairlawn

Residents enjoy retail therapy

They don’t call it retail therapy for nothing – which is why women residents at Care South’s Fairlawn care home in Ferndown were so thrilled to enjoy a shopping event – featuring free clothes. The garments were all brought to the home by the Wardrobe Foundation, which works with charities, organisations and local community groups to provide clothing to women in need. Wardrobe Foundation created ‘the golden rail’, where it contacts local care homes, asks about clothing needs

and sizes, and drops off a sanitised rail of perfect quality clothing for ladies to choose items, free of charge. Fairlawn staff added to the occasion by revamping their sensory room to replicate a personal shopping experience for the women, with a nail station set up for hand massages and manicures. Another table was set up with fizzy cava, soft drinks, strawberries and pink wafers to nibble. Activities lead at Fairlawn Jordan Finding said: “We placed mirrors around the room and turned the room opposite into a dressing

room to allow the ladies to try on the new clothes in privacy.” He said they also laid out hats and so everyone could try on full outfits with accessories to get into the shopping spirit and enjoy dressing up. “All the ladies who took part thoroughly enjoyed the day, and many of them commented that it had boosted their morale after the pandemic,” he said. “We are eternally grateful for the Wardrobe Foundation and the positive impact the foundation made at Fairlawn – they had a wonderful day.”

Wimborne in Bloom Duck Race takes place tomorrow (Saturday, August 28) with ducks launching into the River Allen at the bottom of Mill Lane at 4pm. The finishing line is at the back of the Rising Sun in East Street. Tickets are £1 each and will be on sale all day outside the Co-Op Store in Crown Mead and outside Waitrose (Willow Walk). A prize of £50 will be awarded to the sponsor of the first duck over the line.

Church service to bless our animals There will be a Blessing of the Animals Service at Broadstone’s St John’s Church on Sunday September 5. The service for ‘Wet Nose Sunday’ starts at 3pm and all pets must either be in suitable cages, baskets or on a leash. During the service at the Macaulay Road church there will be prayers for pets and the joy they bring, as well as a special blessing. Places must be pre-booked via office@stjohnschurch broadstone.org.

Puzzle solutions (from pages 20-21) Sudoku

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Inspirational choir back on song An inspirational choir for cancer patients and survivors is set to make an eagerlyawaited return to live rehearsals. Rising Voices Wessex has choirs in Poole and Bournemouth and a membership of around 140 people whose lives have been affected by cancer either as a patient, as a carer or through bereavement. Throughout covid the choirs have continued singing together through online rehearsals. But from September 1 they will be back in harmony. Musical director Wendy Morrow said: “We’re absolutely over the moon to be able to sing together live once more. “Technology has enabled us to stay in contact, but nothing beats the feeling – and the sound – of being together as a physical group. “As well as promoting the joy of music-making, the choir provides valuable social support for individuals in times of difficulty.” Rising Voices has an eclectic repertoire of popular songs and performs to either backing tracks or piano accompaniment,

WELCOME RETURN: Rising Voices Wessex musical director Wendy Morrow

occasionally a cappella. Wendy added: “We look forward to welcoming new members, as well as established members and we will still be social distancing. “People with long covid are also very welcome to join us, as singing has been shown to benefit them as it does people affected by cancer.” Choir sessions take place on Mondays at the New Church in Tuckton and Tuesday evenings at St John’ Church, Ashley Road from 6.45pm

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After a break for lockdown, the hArt social prescribing programme has returned to Fordingbridge’s Avonway Centre. The hArt charity – Hampshire Art for Recreation and Therapy – helps to change the lives of adults and children with mental health and wider social issues through creative therapy and a range of professionally structured activities. People can be prescribed the therapy by their GP if it is felt they will benefit from the way it allows them to make sense of traumatic or difficult experiences. The charity says: “We can help people feel better, build their confidence and allow their self-expression to shine through.” The hArt programme lasts 12 weeks at Avonway and is free, although donations are welcome. n More details from hart.works or contact your GP.

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until 9pm. The two choirs usually perform together and enjoy a range of organised social events. Rising Voices also stages two of its own concerts each year, and appears at a number of local events, both to fundraise and promote the concept of living well after cancer. For more information visit risingvoices.org.uk, call 07500 676083 or email admin@risingvoices.org.uk

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Rescue centre is seeking shelter for homeless hedgehogs Could you offer a living space for a homeless hedgehog? That’s the question posed by Wildlife Rescue at Moyles Court near Ringwood, which needs people with suitable outdoor space to come forward. Hedgehogs are normally returned to the place they came from so long as it’s deemed safe but, a spokesman for the centre said: “We have many that have nowhere to go or we

don’t know their original home.” The hedgehogs normally come to the sanctuary with illnesses such as lungworm or strimmer wounds and although a few cannot be saved, most are successfully treated. Wildlife Rescue said it was looking for two types of hedgehog homes, firstly, for healthy hedgehogs. These hedgehogs require a safe release site or garden with plenty of shrubs to hide

in, a hedgehog house – which could be as simple as an upturned planter with a cut-out doorway and filled with leaves – and no known predators such as badgers nearby. Healthy hedgehogs also need someone to provide regular food and water and the freedom to roam in and out of the garden. The other type of space required is for disabled, elderly or amputee hedgehogs.

The sanctuary says these need all of the above facilities but rather than the option to roam, need to remain in an enclosed garden for their own safety. The landowner would also need to make sure food and water was available, and to try and monitor the hedgehog’s progress. If you think you can help, contact the Wildlife Rescue Moyles Court Facebook page and email the charity your details.

Howzat? T10 tournament pioneered The UK’s first ‘big-hitting’ T10 county cricket tournament is being staged in Wimborne. Dorset, Devon and Wiltshire’s full men’s sides will ‘slog it out’ in the new short form version of the game at Wimborne Cricket Club on Bank Holiday Monday, August 30. They hope to bowl over more than 500 spectators at the T10 triangular tournament being organised by Dorset County Cricket Club. Ellis Jones Solicitors, which BOWLED OVER: Partner Kate Brooks opens the batting as Ellis Jones announces a has an office in Wimborne, sponsorship deal with Wimborne CC is sponsoring the gamesports teams, we’re pleased DCCC secretary Barry some big hitting, fast-paced changing event. The firm to act as ‘twelfth man’ to Lewis said: “This is the first play and a lot of fun already sponsors help this innovative event tournament of its kind to be throughout the day.” Wimborne’s cricket and take place.” played in the UK. Gates open at 10am with football clubs. Ellis Jones – with more than “We’re expecting a great play starting at 10.30am and Nigel Smith, Ellis Jones’ 160 staff and 18 partners – deal of interest, including there will be a barbecue, bar managing partner, said: is one of the main sponsors attendance by officials from and refreshments. “The T10 triangular of the extravaganza along the National Counties There will be a £5 charge tournament promises to hit with the Hendy Group. Cricket Association, for parking cars on the everyone for six with fastT10, or Ten10, is a new including its operations ground. For spectators on paced action and form of shorter, faster director former first class foot, there will be an excitement. cricket in which two teams cricketer Richard Logan. admission charge of £2 with “As a long-standing play a single innings of just “There will be an excellent free entry for under-16s supporter of Wimborne 10 overs each. standard of cricket with accompanied by an adult. Cricket Club and other local

Pop up to fayre and tell group your stories of recycling Environmental group Verwoodians on Waste will be hosting their first ‘pop up recycling’ event at the Rustic Fayre in Verwood on Bank Holiday Monday, 24

August 30, and are welcoming visitors. They will feature an ideas tree, a free ‘rubbish game’, Eco Tombola, a recycling directory, plastic free swaps

and various giveaways. The group would also love to hear visitors’ recycling and other environment-friendly stories.

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Woman of year award worth the weight SARAH’S STORY I knew I needed to lose weight for a long time but felt far too ashamed of myself. At Christmas 2019 a close friend told me she and her daughter were going to join the Wimborne Slimming World group, so I took the plunge and joined one of the Wimborne Slimming World groups, run by Louise. I managed to lose half a stone in my first two weeks and my first stone by week four. I found that I was eating plenty, enjoying the food and, even better, I didn’t have to count the calories! By the time we went into the first lockdown in March 2020, I had lost a stone and a half and thought I would put it all back on! How wrong could I be? With the aid of some wonderful Slimming World recipe books – the majority obtained free when buying a bulk package

of weeks – the support and hundreds of unlimited foods to eat, some Slimming World ready meals for those really busy times, and permissible treats for those sweet-toothed

moments, I continued through my journey! The Zoom meetings throughout lockdown were a real lifesaver but we are now back in real life groups at the

Community Learning and Resource Centre again and I am now just half a pound off my Seven Stone award. My health has improved, my activity levels have improved, the comments that I get from friends and family regarding my weight loss and appearance are wonderful, I have already gone down five sizes in clothes and, importantly, my weight loss journey is a way of life rather than a ‘diet’. Louise said: “Sarah has been a total inspiration to the group over the last 17 months – her commitment has been amazing. We’re all superproud of her.” Louise runs Tuesday groups at the Community Learning and Resource Centre in Kings Street at 9am, 10.30am, 4pm, 5.30pm and 7pm. No booking is now required so just turn up or call Louise on 07902 566149 for more information.

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New container recycling initiative in county is welcomed Recycling in Dorset has stepped up a gear after the council announced people can now recycle paper containers with metal ends, such as Pringles cartons. Containers for hot chocolate, nuts and other products such as cornflour can now be deposited at specialist recycling banks at household recycling centres and in car parks across Dorset. The new service is the result of an agreement between ACE UK, the

Alliance for Beverage Cartons & the Environment, which operates Dorset’s dedicated food and drink carton recycling service, and packaging manufacturer Sonoco Consumer Products Europe. Portfolio Holder for Customer and Community Services Jill Haynes said: “Paper containers with metal ends cannot be recycled through our kerbside waste collections, so we were keen to

take this opportunity to include them in our recycling banks and in car parks. “The residents of Dorset have always responded well to the different recycling schemes we’ve implemented, and we hope they’ll take full advantage of this new service.” The service is not yet available at Wimborne HRC but a list of sites can be found at: dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/binsrecycling-and-litter.

Hundreds attracted to tractors at debut Show at the Mow Hundreds of visitors enjoyed the East Dorset Trac Pack’s first outing, known as the Show at the Mow. The event on August 1, which was held in the field at Colehill’s Barley Mow pub, was an opportunity for people to get a close up look at the tractors they may have seen on local road runs in recent years. The event was supported and run by The Ford & Fordson Association and The Friends of Ferguson Heritage. Despite bad weather, visitor numbers were in their hundreds between 10am and 2pm at the free event. The Trac Pack’s next outing will be this Sunday, August 29 at the Witchampton Tractor Rally.

Residents object to plans for car wash Plans to install a hand car wash in a car-park behind Wimborne High Street have met with a swathe of objections from residents. The proposal to extend an existing single storey building and change the use to that of hand car wash facility was made by a Mr Ozcan Urel, who is company secretary of the Cafe Aroma Bournemouth Ltd company. The privately-owned car park is accessed through a narrow entrance from the High Street and the exit leads into another parking area. However, the plan was met with dismay by some people in Wimborne, who claim it could restrict available parking, create access issues, 26

and could cause pollution. One man, who described himself as a neighbour branded the proposals as ‘insane’. “This car park is well patronised now, to reduce parking provision in this key area is just not acceptable,” he said. “Besides, any increase in traffic on this very narrow, limited, and blind cornered access road is insane.” A comment ascribed to a town council employee, whose address was given at the Town Hall, said: “I can’t believe this would be given permission for a car wash in centre of our lovely tourist town – should be on individual estate, even better,

wash your own car like we did years ago.” A resident of Julian’s Road claimed the site had a ‘blind entrance with no separate exit’. “This is completely wrong for the centre of our little town,” she said. “It would be more suited to an industrial estate.” Another objector expressed fears that the application could bring ‘an unwanted industrial activity to a conservation area, close to four listed buildings’. Other complainants expressed fear about potential pollution. However, Tracy Butcher, who is the applicant’s partner, said they had made a number of inquiries before

submitting the plan and that the car-park would only lose four spaces. “We haven’t gone into this blind, we’ve taken advice because we were concerned there could be an objection from the Highways department,” she said, adding that the applicant would be putting up mirrors to help with visibility in the car-park if the application was granted. She added that the applicant had also employed a specialist firm to report on potential noise levels. The final date for objections was on August 20 and the proposal will be heard by Dorset Council’s planning committee.

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£2,000? That’s just blooming lovely! A donation of £2,000 from the Friends of Canford School has funded this year’s floral displays in Wimborne’s Town Square. In making the presentation to Anthony Oliver of Wimborne in Bloom, Tiffany Fleming, chairman of the Friends said: “We chose to support Wimborne in Bloom after hearing that they were unable to run their normal fundraising events due to covid restrictions. “Without a source of income the town’s picture postcard planting was in some doubt. Throughout lockdown we had all become more aware of the town’ unsung heroes who work to keep it free of waste, support neighbours who need it most and who strive to make Wimborne a pretty place full of colour. “We have come to realise how important our surroundings are to our health and wellbeing; the work of the Wimborne in Bloom team benefit so many. We were pleased to be able to thank the Wimborne in Bloom team for all their hard work”.

THANKS SO MUCH: Tiffany Fleming, Perianne Graham and Mike Durham from Friends of Canford School hand over their £2,000 cheque to Anthony Oliver, from Wimborne in Bloom Picture: Tom Scrase

Mr Oliver said: “We’re very grateful for this contribution, which has enabled the Square to be planted up and given some much needed colour to the town centre”

Minster’s 900 years brochure updated Wimborne Minster’s 900th Anniversary brochure has now been updated and printed. Due to be published in 2020 to mark the significant anniversary of the start of the Minster building as it is known today, it is available in the Minster, free of charge, having been funded by the advertisers. Minster press officer Anthony Oliver said: “The brochure will be available

Advent comes alive The Rotary Club of Christchurch held its first face-to-face meeting since the start of the pandemic, and learned about progress with plans for the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar (Clac) event this December. President Marianne Abley introduced the chair of the CLAC organising committee Rtn Jan Banks and members of her team. Jan told the Club: “This is a brand new free event for the town. It showcases local talent and the

great work done by local charities and businesses whilst raising significant sums for those charities.” The event will run daily from December 1 to 24, with a different ‘door’ or ‘window’ being opened each evening for a performance by a local performer or group. The 24 venues and 24 charities will be advertised to the community in advance, but the performers will not be revealed until each door or window opens.

Announcements ROBINSON KATHERINE JOANE for the rest of this year and throughout 2022 so do please pick up a copy and feel free to take copies for family and friends and give to anyone intending to visit.”

Passed away peacefully at St Ives Care Home, nr Ringwood on 13th August 2021 age 97 years. There will be a private cremation followed by a thanksgiving service at a later date. All enquiries to Douch & Small Funeral Directors. Tel 01202 882936.

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Pets

Camalot

Jimanee & Moto

Tiger

Jerry

LOST AND FOUND AND REHOMING Blandford & Sturminster Newton Branch Cats Protection: Tel 01258 858644 blandford.cats.org.uk Cats looking for new homes: Camelot (10+) shy black boy lots of war wounds needing tlc: Boris (7) shy black boy just looking for love; Lion (7) shy ginger tabby boy needing loving country home: Tiger (6) confused ginger tabby boy: Moto & Jimanee (6) black and b/w brothers looking for quiet

safe home together. Jessie & Jerry (4 months) black brother & sister looking for a home together she is still very timid will need lots of patience and a quiet home he’ll sit on your lap. Our lost & found cats These are the most recent cats lost or found: please check out our Facebook page or call us. Lost Cats: Milton, East Knoyle – white with dark grey patches missing since 26/7. Becket Close,

Wessex Heavy Horse Show & Country Fair Sunday 26th September 2021 Turnpike Showground SP7 9PL (Between Gillingham & Shaftesbury on the B3081)

In Hand, Harness, Turnouts, Ridden and Ladies Cart Trade Stands, Craft Stalls, Refreshments, Fun Dog Show, Classic Vehicles, Stationary Engines, Inflatable Fun. Advance Ticket Sales and Enquiries to

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Blandford, pale ginger boy missing for a year. Fisher Close, Blandford – elderly black boy with golden eyes. Bridge Close, Gillingham, white & black boy missing since 21/7. Henbury House Gardens, Stur Marshall – Bengal missing since end June. Found cats: If you regularly see a cat in your garden or your street you don’t think has an owner please call. Drovers, Sturminster Newton – smokey grey tabby unneutered

boy. Langton Crescent, Blandford – b/w cat been around for about 3 weeks. Hamlet above Bryanston – Black cat been around a few years on and off, and a w/b cat turned up 21/7 Spetisbury – Fluffy blue grey tabby since the beginning of June n We are still offering neutering and micro-chipping for £5 in postcode areas DT10, DT11, SP5, SP7, BH21 and now also in SP8 call 01258 268695.

Items for sale Wastemaster 38l for caravan grey water £35 & large free standing 12v caravan solar panel 65w – £50 Zeals 01747 841163. Set of 4 Victorian mahogany balloon back chairs, very good condition, £60 ono. 01935 426197 or 07967 140478. Chest freezer. 1550mm l, 600mm w, 840mm h. £35. Bruton. 07715245010 Folding Walsall Trolley. Ideal for safely moving hot meals/drinks around the home. Excellent condition. Collection from Gillingham. £30. 07768 512457. Cot & mattress in good condition, little used £15 ono 07503 850209. Very old patterned cast iron green park garden seat ends, good condition £50 ono. 07503 850209 1 bag Axminster dust extractor, excellent condition £100 ono. 07503 850209. Small antique hall/guest room wardrobe with bevelled mirror. Good condition £60 01258 820356. Black & Chrome breakfast bar

stools £75 for the pair. 07970 568679. Dualit kettle £75 & Dualit 4 slice toaster £100, cream and chrome, lovely condition. 07970 568679. Two Crossroads Ultra bicycles, 27in wheels. Good condition. Accessories included. £25 each 01935 872269. Skywatcher 12" Dobsonian Telescope. £50. 07580 510021. Henri- Lloyd men's XL offshore smock, yellow/navy, very good condition as hardly worn £99 onot. 01747 854983. Hotpoint Cooker, 1 year old, £40 . 07580 510021. Computer screen Hannsig 18"x12" £15. 01722711456 Wooden wall cabinet could be used in a bathroom or bedroom or kitchen repainted in red .. £10 Ono Contact:017549112851 Solid pine mirror freshly repainted in a modern cream colour. 54 cm by 64cm..£25 Or sensible offer 01754 9112851. Motorola Pulse Max Lightweight Over Ear Headphones. NEW. Cost £26, accept £15. Tel 07966 053208 (Shaftesbury).

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If you can’t stand the heat... neither can your pet We’re all still looking forward to more long, hot sunny days through the rest of the summer, but for our pets it’s important to ensure they are kept happy, healthy and cool. It’s easy for us to cool ourselves down, but it’s not so easy for our pets – did you know that dogs sweat through their paws? We’ve included our five top tips for ensuring your dogs (and other pets) are kept safe during the warmer weather: n It’s important to ensure your dog has access to plenty of shade and fresh water throughout the day. This will probably mean refreshing throughout the day. n Plan your walkies – it’s best to walk early in the morning or late in the WILTSHIRE HORN EWE LAMBS: 5 x 5 month ewe lambs for sale. Registered and ready to go. Call Jo on 07979 248357 MISSING CAT Nancy was last seen at 9:45am on Monday 26th July in Milton East Knoyle, wearing a red collar with white dots all over. She is white and grey. She is very timid and shy and has never ventured outside the garden before. Please contact 07975 767996 or 07956 394190

BLACK LABRADOR PUPPIES, KC Reg, Micro chipped, fully vaccinated, excellent temperament. Mother and other relatives can be seen, Working/Pet ready now. £2,000 07811 236823 6 LOVEBIRDS and small indoor aviary. Free to a good home 01963 548467

creams on their exposed parts, like the tips of ears and nose. If you’re worried about burning, speak to your vet. n Plan days out carefully. Check whether dogs are welcome during the summer, if there’s shade and water provided. If dog’s aren’t allowed, find a dog-friendly alternative where all the family can have a fun and safe day out.

evening, when temperatures have dropped. This will reduce the risk of heatstroke. Take extra care if your dog is old, overweight or suffers with breathing difficulties. n Tarmac can get extremely hot and burn your dog’s 2 PARSON RUSSELL DOG PUPS Legally docked. Microchipped. Wormed I have 4 generations, lovely family pets. Ready from 16th Sept. 01258 817101 / 07967 588543 Gorgeous SPROCKER PUPPIES Work or pet, ready to leave 13th August 07740 284962 PET MICROCHIPPING www. busypetz.co.uk enquiries@busypetz.co.uk 07731 712060 Pure home bred FOX RED LABRADOR PUPS kc reg Microchiped Wormed etc. With mum lovely natured working or pet. Ready 26/08/21. Contact 07545 379439

paws. Hold your hand down on the pavement for seven seconds. If it’s too hot for you, then it’s too hot for your dog’s paws! n Keep your dog out of direct sunlight whenever possible. Use pet-safe sun

These tips are helpful for all your pets and don’t forget cats and/or dogs with white tipped ears or noses can have pet-safe sun screen applied. If you think your pet may have suffered with heatstroke, we advise contacting your vet immediately. c vetsmiths.co.uk

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Antiques & Collectibles WE BUY RECORDS, COLLECTIONS LARGE AND SMALL Call BILL 07967 816506 or 01747 811100 Email: bill@tunes.co.uk

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Just like the Old Days

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Thirty years of dealing in antique and collectible toys. Top prices paid for all types of model railway, die cast cars, early Action Man and Stars Wars, Scalextric. Meccano, unmade Airfix kits etc. Those magical names: Hornby, Dinky, Triang, Spot-on, Corgi, Subbuteo, Britains, Timpo plus plus plus... Telephone: 01935 816072 Mobile: 07527 074343 Covid safe for house visits, please call to arrange an appointment

Car auction a wind-up The rare clockwork Alfas up for auction next month

Free valuations every Friday, Wimborne office

A fine Chinese carved celadon jade marriage bowl

SOLD for £47,000

A French Restauration period steel & bronze gueridon, early 19th century

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Two old tinplate toy cars are estimated to sell for £10,000 in the Charterhouse two-day collectors’ auction on September 9 and 10. Art expert Richard Bromell said: “The models of Alfa Romeo P2 race cars would have no doubt given their owners hours of fun when new back in the 1920s. “Rarely do you see one of the models, produced by the French firm CIJ Companie, so it is a real pleasure to see and handle two, although they are too expensive for me to wind up and play with!” The Alfa Romeo P2 won the inaugural Automobile World Championship in 1925, taking victory in two of the four championship rounds when Antonio Ascari drove it in the European Grand Prix at Spa, and Count Brilli-Peri won the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. From 1924-1930 the P2 was victorious in 14 Grands Prix and major events including the Targa Florio. It was one of the iconic Grand Prix cars of the 1920s, and enabled Alfa Romeo, as world champions, to incorporate the laurel wreath

into their logo. Today these clockwork models are highly sought after. At the upcoming Charterhouse auction, the red P2 has been restored and is estimated at £2,000-£4,000 whilst the green car is in its original condition and estimated at £4,000-£6,000 despite missing a few parts and with some slight surface rust and cracked paint. Charterhouse is now accepting entries for this specialist auction of coins, medals and stamps on Thursday, September 9 and model cars, toys, clocks and collectors’ items on September 10, with classic and vintage cars at the Haynes International Motor Museum on Tuesday, October 5 with classic and vintage motorcycles, also at Haynes, on Thursday, October 14.

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Antiques & Collectibles

Check out the cash in your attic and you could soon be really coining it! A 1937 coin set, stored in the attic of a farmhouse near Shaftesbury, could sell for £10,000 in the Charterhouse auction of coins, medals and stamps on Thursday, September 9. Richard Bromell said: “I visited the owner nearly two years ago when he was having a sort out and then the pandemic came along. “Rather than leaving the coins lying around the house he put them up in the attic for safe keeping. Thankfully, he remembered exactly where he put them when I recently called back.” Estimated at £7,000-10,000, the 1937 gold proof set comprises a £5, a £2, a sovereign and a half sovereign. After Edward VIII abdicated King George VI ascended to the throne on 11th December 1936 and was crowned on 12th May the following year. The Royal Mint produced just 5,001 sets of the George VI 1937 gold proof coins. In comparison, 88,896,000 pennies were minted the same year. Today, the coin market remains buoyant and Charterhouse are expecting interest from collectors,

dealers and investors for this set and other coins in the auction. The coins form part of the two day auction on Thursday 9th and Friday 10th September. There are hundreds of lots of coins, medals, stamps, clocks and collector’s items along with a special selection of curtains removed from a large country house, lace and other textiles. Viewing for the auction, at The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne DT9 3BS is on Monday 6th to Thursday 9th 9am to 5pm. Alternatively, you can see all the lots and follow the auction live on charterhouse-auction.com Charterhouse are now accepting entries for their next auctions with pictures, books and antiques on 7th October, Beswick, Doulton and antiques on October 8, classic and vintage cars at the Haynes International Motor Museum on Tuesday, October 5 with classic and vintage motorcycles, also at Haynes, on Thursday, October 14. n Richard Bromell and the team at Charterhouse can be contacted for advice and

MINTED: This 1937 gold proof four coin set is valued at £7,000 - £10,000

valuations or for a free home visit at The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne 01935 812277 info@charterhouseauction.com or via charterhouse-auction.com

5th October

POSTCARDS WANTED ALL TYPES. PRE – 1950 BEST PRICES PAID 01202 743860 Or 07922 069270

7th October

14th October

Free August Valuation Days Silver, Jewellery & Watches 31st Model Cars, Trains, Dolls & Toys 1st Coins, Medals, Stamps & Clocks 2nd Pictures, Books, Maps & Postcards 3rd

Classic Car Auction 5th October Classic Motorcycle Auction 14th October Further entries now being accepted The Long Street Salerooms Sherborne DT9 3BS 01935 812277 • www.charterhouse-auction.com

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Food & Drink

Queen of the cakes

Sadie Smith

Sadie Smith is an award winning cake designer and baker from Cake by Sadie Smith, Wimborne Cheesecakes are up there with my top desserts to make and eat. I very rarely find a good one when eating out, either the base is so thin you can hardly taste it, or it is soggy, so I have created a recipe which gives you the right amount of every component. A nice thick buttery biscuit base with a generous layer of cheesecake filling swirled with juicy and fresh seasonal fruits. This recipe uses fresh blueberries, although you can buy blueberries all year round from the supermarket, I much prefer to make the most of the short blueberry season and pick my own, you really can taste the difference. There is just one week left of this year’s season at Brothers Farm in Wimborne and they are well worth a visit, not just for the delicious blueberries but for some of their seasonal flowers cut from the field or to grab a coffee and cake from the café. Ingredients: 100g blueberries 1 tablespoon sugar 3 tablespoons of water

200g digestive biscuits 125g salted butter 300g cream cheese 60g icing sugar 250ml double cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Method: Line an 8” round tin with baking paper Place the blueberries, sugar and water in a pan and bring to the boil, allow to simmer for around five minutes until the fruit is soft and thickened, remove from heat and allow to cool

Crush the digestive biscuits until they resemble breadcrumbs Melt the butter and add to the biscuits, mixing well Press the biscuit mix into the tin and chill Beat together the cream cheese, icing sugar and vanilla extract In a separate bowl whip the double cream until it forms stiff peaks Fold the cream into the cheese mixture Add half the blueberry syrup and give it three or four stirs,

no more as you want to create a ripple effect Pour onto the biscuit base Top with the remaining blueberry syrup and swirl around the top Allow to chill in the fridge for at least four hours or overnight TOP TIP: the recipe for this cheesecake can be made with any topping, such as strawberries, honeycomb, and lemon, just substitute the blueberries for your chosen topping.

Eat Festivals inviting county producers Scrummy things to eat and drink will be on offer at festivals in Yeovil on September 18 and December 11. Eat Festivals are celebrating a bumper year, having just held a great event in Honiton. A big turnout at Honiton Gate to Plate brought a real buzz to the high street with 32

more than 50 local food and drink producers plus sponsors Jurassic Fibre, strolling entertainers and music from Court Productions. Head of Sparkle, Sarah Milner Simonds said: “This was our first year delivering Honiton Gate to Plate and it was wonderful to have such a great turnout. The

feedback from native businesses was that their tills were ringing all day and that this was the busiest the High Street had been since lockdowns began in spring 2020. “We had 11 cancellations in the days running up to the event due to pings from Track and Trace – which meant we had a few gaps on

the day, but we know that the producers who were able to trade had lots of great conversations and sales. We are sorry that some sold out early in the day – but we think the weather forecast meant people came early. “It was great hearing from visitors how they had invited friends and family to join them for the weekend and

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Food & Drink

Cooking... My husband and I love to travel. Well, we did until covid struck! A couple of years ago we did a road trip around Sicily, which is a beautiful island. We stayed at an AirBnB near to the base of Mount Etna, which was something my husband had always wanted to do. Getting up early one morning to go up the mountain, we arrived at the bottom of the cable car and were the first ones up. (There is no way we could have walked up there!) It was a beautiful morning, a little bit cloudy. After the cable car, we climbed aboard a bus with huge wheels, to go up the last part. We spent an hour or more, with a guide, climbing round the rim of an inactive part of the volcano, listening to the booms and watching the smoke as Etna grumbled away. We discovered that if you put your hands a few inches into the ash it was really hot. Of course, we took loads of pictures, as one does! When we returned from our holiday, we eagerly looked at our pictures and were rather horrified that it was hard to tell the difference between Mount Etna and

with Martha Legg think is about the same!) 360g of cherry tomatoes, halved 25gms basil leaves 4 salmon steaks 25gms parmesan shavings

ourselves! We had no idea we had put on so much weight! It was time to look at some low fat/calorie meals one of which was this seared salmon recipe which has since become a firm favourite of my husband. Fortunately the diet worked and we both lost more than a stone in weight. I wish I could say that we kept it off, but covid put paid to that, or was it the nightly wine?!

Ingredients: 400gms salad potatoes (charlotte) 1 glove garlic or a cheating teaspoon of lazy garlic! 4 tsp extra Durweston DT11 0QW virgin olive oil Home reared and locally produced 1 tbsp meats, game, deli, fruit, veg, free balsamic range eggs and lots more. vinegar (or Follow us on Facebook a dash for all our latest meat pack deals which I and what’s in fresh that week.

to try market trading how they love having a festival on their doorstep. We want to be a good neighbour and we extend our thanks to those who live and work in the town centre for their warm welcome and encouragement.” Head of Spreadsheets Bev Milner Simonds said: “It was really nice to work alongside the old and new market managers, the town council and chamber to deliver this event. “We will be on the hunt and

Method: Cook potatoes in salted water until just tender Mix garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and seasoning in a bowl, add the tomatoes and basil and stir well When the potatoes are cooked, cut in half and add to the tomato mix tossing well to coat Heat some sunflower oil in a hot frying pan, salt the bottom of the salmon and fry for 2 minutes each side or until cooked. Put the salmon on a plate and season with salt and pepper Add the parmesan to the salad mix and then add to the plate and you are good to go!

encouraging more Devon and Dorset producers to apply to trade in 2022 – we open for applications in early November and offer a lot of support for businesses who are new to market trading. “We were so pleased we dodged the weather that was forecast and it was wonderful to see the High Street full of smiling faces and wagging tails.” Visit: eatfestivals.org.

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Nominate your NHS ‘stand-out superstar’ To recognise the incredible efforts of our local NHS, Dorset HealthCare is asking the people of Dorset to nominate their ‘stand-out superstar’ for the trust’s 2021 Better Every Day Awards. Many of the trust’s staff members have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help patients, service users and each other during the pandemic. The awards give everyone a chance to celebrate Dorset’s hard working and committed individuals or teams – whether it’s ‘frontline’ clinical staff in community hospitals, inpatient

units, clinics or people’s homes, or the behind-thescenes staff who keep things running, such as IT, catering and estates management. Perhaps you know someone who has made a huge difference to a patient over the past 18 months, or a person or team that has continued to provide a fantastic service during difficult times. The awards will recognise: Excellence – a person who is committed to delivering a high standard of patient care that made an impact on those around them

l Compassion – someone who has made a difference to those they work with or care for l Expertise l Team of the Year l Leadership and Management l Volunteer of the Year l Apprentice of the Year l Bank Worker of the Year l Innovation and Improvement l Learner of the Year Andy Willis, chairman of Dorset HealthCare, said: “It’s been an exceptionally challenging year or so, and it’s

once again time to recognise the inspirational work our teams do to deliver brilliant services for the people of Dorset. “We know our people are greatly appreciated, so please nominate someone – or a team – to say thank you. It will mean a great deal to thosenominated.” Nominations are open until Friday, September 10, and the winners will be announced at a virtual celebration in November. Visit: dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/ better-every-day-awards.

What counts towards your five a day? If you want to improve your diet, start with thinking about what you can add in. A great place to start is trying to eat more fruit and vegetables, but what doesn’t count and what should we avoid? In the UK we have a pretty established public health programme that promotes the message to eat at least five portions a day. Some countries recommend more but we seem to have gone with five as that’s (hopefully) achievable for most people. If you already eat five – well done you! There’s no reason not to boost it further, but the health message is pretty clear – if you’re only getting two, three or four, there are big health benefits to upping this. Our diet is about the accumulative effect and pattern of eating over time, a lifetime. Five a day adds 35 portions a week. If you fall short a bit you’ll soon be missing out on over a day’s worth over the course of the week. Even if you think you eat five a day – try adding up for a week and see if you reach 35. Hold on – doesn’t fruit

contain sugar? Shouldn’t we avoid sugar? It’s very common to get confused by this. Yes it does, but sugar that occurs naturally in foods (such as fruit) comes packed with fibre, vitamins and minerals and are relatively low in energy (ie calories). This isn’t the kind of naturally occurring sugar we need to be wary of. The sugar we should avoid eating too much of is what’s called ‘free sugar’ (somewhat confusingly), meaning sugar that is added to foods, typically foods like cakes, sweets, biscuits, cereals, flavoured yogurts and so on. No surprises there; however, free sugars also include things like honey, agave and syrups. These are often marketed as having health-promoting properties – remember they’re still free sugars and that it’s the dose that makes the medicine. In this case – a very small dose. Sadly, potatoes don’t count towards your

five a day. Although a baked potato in its skin may be a nutritious option, potatoes have a tendency to keep company with fat and salt and turn up on our plates as delicious, highly palatable (cue overeating) chips, and crisps. Sorry if this has you crying into your Kettle crisps, but spuds don’t count! Variety is your friend… for a wider exposure to nutrients try some different types of vegetables and fruits. If you’re hitting five a day easily, try to widen the range and try some new foods. What about portion size? What doesn’t count and also some tips if you find it tough… A portion might be a handful (or 80g) although density is obviously a thing – you’d try and go bigger with some (eg lettuce leaves) and cut down the amount of if it was dried fruit (a portion of dried fruits is more like 30g). Fruit juices/ vegetable juices and smoothies are interesting as they only count for one portion a day and then only up to 150ml (this

isn’t much in quantity). So don’t go wild with the juicing; if you have teeth, having food that you chew is preferable for satiety and digestion. Beans and pulses count as one portion a day (80g) too. Again, tinned is a great option. Baked beans are in but only count as one portion a day – social distancing or not, you can’t reach your five a day with just several cans of baked beans! If you’re struggling to keep or get fresh fruit and veg in, tinned and frozen are really good options as they tend to be a bit cheaper than fresh food and obviously last longer. Try and get tinned fruit in juice (rather than syrup as that’s taking fruit and covering it in ‘free sugar’). It’s what we do most of the time that counts and adds up, some days we’ll eat more and others we’ll eat less. Just go easy on those chocolate-covered raisins eh? n Katrina Keeling is a Wimborne-based personal training and fitness instructor. kkeelingfitness@gmail.com kkfitness.co.uk 35

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Learn about sustainability at Eco-Fair People are invited to visit Ringwood’s first Eco-Fair to learn more about simple steps to sustainability that collectively could make a big difference . The event is organised by the Rotary Club of Ringwood and Ringwood Actions for Climate Emergency (Race). There will be local groups and businesses with planetfriendly workshops, stalls and gifts at the Furlong and outside the Gateway Building close to Ringwood car park and the bus stops. Families are invited to create their own eco hero, test their knowledge of trees and play the ‘Which waste goes where’ game.You can find out about the work of the Hampshire and IOW Wildlife Trust and the Marine Conservation Society, learn more about native trees and how to grow your own fruit and vegetables even in a small space. Mary DeBoos, from Race said: “Due to covid-19 it

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A walk around... LANGTON LONG Langton Long is just to the east of Blandford. It’s a small village with a population of only about 120. It has some interesting and magnificent buildings, of which are approaching 200 years old. Park by the church, dedicated to All Saints, which may not be open, but it’s worth circling anyway. Then walk south east down the road for a mile. Then, at a bend, turn left and walk up a bridleway north eastwards past Lophill Farm and uphill along the parish boundary 36

for another mile. There’s a zig zag after the first two fields. At the top of the hill it’s worth straying into the

in light of the latest news about the speed of the change we are seeing.” There will be alternative technologies like PV panels and Heat Pumps on display and you can find out about electric cars, single-use plastics and what you can do to reduce energy use at home

or at work. There will also be talks in the Ringwood Meeting House from 1pm with tea and coffee available. Tim Moxey, chairman of Ringwood Rotary Environment Committee, said: “The future of the environment is of fundamental importance and this is a great way of finding small ways in which we can all collectively help. “Rotary International has unanimously agreed that Supporting the Environment should be an area of focus, giving members even more ways to bring about a positive change in the world. “We are therefore delighted to be involved and see this as the start of a very important journey for us all.” The fair is on Saturday, September 11, A full line-up of the speakers and tickets for the talks are available via Eventbrite with a link on raceagainsttime.org.uk.

with retired Dorset rights of way officer Chris Slade next parish, Tarrant Keynston, to visit the ancient earthwork of Buzbury Rings. There are good views from there. Continue alongside Buzbury Plantation until you meet the B3082 road. Now walk north west along the B3082, next to a golf course, turning right at the Club House to join a footpath north east for a short distance, then north west, skirting Down Wood and turning northwards, down towards Blandford Camp. The path forms the parish boundary with Tarrant Rawston into which you stray briefly. After a short distance join a footpath that

takes you west which soon meets another one that takes you south west for half a mile to meet the B3082 again. Follow the road downhill, westwards towards Blandford then, about a furlong before the by pass, take a footpath on your left heading southwards to the road. It’s worth crossing over the road and continuing down a cul de sac that leads towards the River Stour, which forms the parish boundary. Then return to the road, turn right and soon you’ll be back at the Church, having walked about six miles in total.

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Don’t fall under the spell of overwhelm By Susie Carver, consulting hypnotist with Sea Change Hypnotherapy in Wimborne Today I woke up feeling completely overwhelmed. In my head I was running through the list of things I needed to do – write and submit this column, plan and carry out client sessions, do the food shopping, taxi my children to holiday clubs, book travel for a forthcoming holiday – and much more. I could feel the panic rising, I was getting all those classic symptoms of anxiety: A racing heart and shortness of breath. In our fast-paced, modern lives we all experience overwhelm. As the feeling of panic rises, so too does our level of cortisol, the stress hormone. It all starts to feel too much –

we become paralysed with fear and indecision. We are in the freeze state of the fight, flight or freeze response. When overwhelm creeps in, it can feel as though you have no control over what is happening, but these simple steps will help you. Accept your feelings Don’t attempt to fight what you are feeling. It’s there for a reason. Acknowledge what is going on inside, and say to yourself: “I can feel this and still be OK.” Every single emotion you’ve ever had has come and gone, and this one is no different. Just breathe Breathwork will help centre you. Simply breathe in for the count of six, and out for the count of six. Do this for a few minutes and notice how much calmer

you become. You could turn it into a mini-meditation by listening to a relaxing piece of music or repeating a positive self-talk mantra such as: “I am OK. All is well.” Step away Remove yourself from the situation – go for a walk, do something else. This releases the pattern of negative thoughts and shifts your state. Forcing yourself to step away when you have so much on your plate can seem counterintuitive – but ultimately it increases your productivity by allowing you to get back on track faster. What one thing Ask yourself : “What one thing can I do today that will make everything easier?”, and then focus your efforts on doing just that. Often you will discover that the simple act of completing

one task provides you with the inertia to do more. Chunk it down If the sheer size of your task is causing the overwhelm, consider how you could chunk it down into more manageable blocks. Tackling one element at a time will make the whole task seem much simpler. You could also try blocking out time in your day for specific tasks –be but don’t forget to include some breaks, too! Get comfortable with saying NO If you are someone who tends to overcommit or doesn’t like saying no to others, then setting and maintaining healthy boundaries that you are comfortable with can help reduce overwhelm in future. seachangehypno.com hello@seachangehypno.com

Dealing with too much monkey business I’m sitting here waiting for some sort of flash of writer’s inspiration, when out of nowhere, a familiar voice pops up…. “What on earth could I possibly say today that would be of interest to anyone?” “Is anyone actually even going to read this?” “What evidence have I got to prove that I’m even qualified to write?” “What’s the point?” This is just a small selection of the jolly little words that are coming from a rather unhelpful voice, my conscious mind, often referred to as the monkey mind. I know I’m not the only one to have a monkey mind (although maybe I’m the only one who’ll admit to it in public!) I know of at least two other people that have

monkeys, one calls their monkey Hudson, the other, Gretel. Now I’ve never given my monkey a name, all I know is that mine’s a chap. Believe it or not, my monkey is trying it’s best to keep me safe by endeavouring to put me off from doing things by being overly cautious and risk adverse. I wouldn’t be able to recognise danger if it wasn’t for my monkey, so he is actually quite handy to have. In this particular case though, my monkey is trying to tell me that it’s probably better that I don’t write anything because no one will want to read what I’ve got to say, so don’t bother! Now if I was always to listen to my monkey, I don’t think I would actually do anything and life would not prove to be particularly enjoyable. So although my monkey is a bit

of a pain and can even be rather nasty to me on occasions, it’s important that I remember that I do have control over my monkey and I can quieten my monkey down, because my subconscious mind is the real me, the person I have become. I am the boss of this machine! Perhaps half the battle here is to recognise when the monkey is chattering away and trying it’s best to derail me. For if I recognise when my monkey is being a nuisance, I can actually have a conversation with it. I can thank it for its caution and desire to prevent me from having a go at something, and then tell it to pipe down and be on its way. For surely if I have a joke with my monkey, acknowledge its existence, I can then start managing it.

I started this article believing that I had nothing to write and yet just the existence of my monkey has given me the words to this piece. Whether it is of interest to everyone and whether someone will actually even read it is another matter, but at least I haven’t allowed my monkey to prevent me from trying!

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Feeling sociable? The garlic for going out I have a particular fondness for South African bulbs, perhaps because I have witnessed a few growing in the wild, but also because there are lots to choose from. Most perform brilliantly in our region, if provided a well-drained, sunny situation. They are remarkably good at withstanding neglect and rarely suffer from pests and diseases. These bulbous plants include Agapanthus (African lily), Gladiolus, Crocosmia (montbretia) and Nerine. All produce glorious floral displays. Delve a little deeper into the array of South African bulbous plants suitable for our local climate and you’ll find other plants deserving a place in your garden. My current favourite is Tulbaghia violacea, commonly called society garlic. This plant earns space in my garden, above some of those previously mentioned. Tulbaghias produce delicate, multiheaded, pinkish-mauve tubular flowers from July until the first frosts. These are held on stiff 60cm (2ft) stems

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above attractive, clumpforming, bluey-grey foliage. The variegated cultivar ‘Silver Lace’ will appeal to some, but personally I think its foliage detracts from the natural gracefulness of this plant. Society garlic is versatile, I grow mine at the foot of a south-facing wall in welldrained soil. Interestingly, they are increasingly being marketed as marginal pond plants. This came as a bit of a surprise when I first noticed them on sale for this purpose, not least because in nature they enjoy freedrained Tree Care Ltd soils that are a stark All aspects of tree care, contrast to hedge maintenance and stump removal a marginal 01258 840044 07763 018101 aquatic www.evansabovetreecare.co.uk habitat. Having

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Emma Monahan lives next to the shrubbery with her indulgent husband, individualistic cat, devoted Cavalier, children and a great many plants If, like me, you adore cut flowers, yet baulk at supermarket offerings jetted in at vast environmental cost, then discovering the ease with which one can grow flamboyant, floriferous agapanthus could be a joy! As an inquisitive child, I was always ‘discovering’ in our bucolic garden. One of my earliest memories is rooting around my mother’s muddy legs as she weeded; seemingly genuflecting in the south facing herbaceous border. With her perpetual patience, she demonstrated how dividing the rhizomes increased their number exponentially. Those startlingly white, fleshy and strangely straight roots had befuddled me; I was used to wiggly dark roots with hues of ginger, or jade. Each August agapanthus decorated our dining table as the sun was waning in strength, yet our garden remained resplendent. As my mother had explained, they did indeed flourish during the 30 years of her cultivating that

Agonising over agapanthus? garden. Eventually, before I had learned sufficient, my mother faded alongside the agapanthus and so I took the plants, memories and, I hope, some of the wisdom to start anew, as nature does. Agapanthus bring such warm recollections and the ‘agape love’ of the Abrahamic faiths. Along with anthus, the Latin for flower, the name evokes such promise. Moreover, these plants from the African sub-continent spread such joy, that whoever named them appears extraordinarily accurate! Preferring sharp drainage, a southern aspect and visibly enjoying a high potash treat, agapanthus are good natured and enthusiastic perennial companions to one’s other plants. Although slugs and snails secrete themselves underneath the foliage during the day and sneak out for nocturnal binges; the right aspect and moisture ensures these flamboyant friends continue to impress. For example, in our new

garden I am experimenting with grasses interspersed with agapanthus, like Calamagrostis × acutiflora ‘ Karl Foerster’ or Stipa gigantea. My aim is to have the movement, murmur and viridescent backdrop of the grass to emphasise the striking hues of white, blue or lilac bells of those pendulous flower heads. Similarly, my twin Catalpa Bignonioides trees look astonishing underplanted with the beginnings of quite a collection of the easily grown agapanthus ‘arctic star’. More frequently one sees statuesque agapanthus as a border statement plant, their position depending on their stature. Agapanthus ‘Blue Giant’ at around 1.2m can be resplendent at the back of a border and the smallest, at around 25cms, like Agapanthus ‘Peter Pan’ at the front, entice the eye. Close to us we benefit from 50 years of family expertise; Patrick Fairweather and the team nurture the National Collection of Agapanthus at

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Sport

Another win for young star Slater Bradley Slater proved that youth is no barrier to winning ways as he stormed to victory at the Fly Fishers' latest outing to John O ' Gaunts Trout Fishery. The hot and humid weather proved no barrier to Bradley who made

light work of a four-fish bag weighing in at exactly 11lb. Popular patterns included GRHE and PTN with buzzers also proving successful. Bradley also won the prize for the biggest fish, this beautiful rainbow of 3lb 13oz.

Girl power on the beach Verwood Town Girls U12s competed in the first ever BeachFest international football tournament in Bournemouth and were runners up after losing to Lewes FC, the eventual winners. The tournament, which is run over three days, saw teams across the country visit Bournemouth to try the sport. Verwood Girls had never played on sand before and with new rules and technical skills to learn, the players took a lot away from the day including a medal for their efforts. The girls’ coach Chris Berry said: “I am very proud of each and every player today. “They are a bunch of coachable players and had a desire to learn and try new creative things.”

SAFE HANDS: The Verwood Girls U-12s goalkeeper in action on the sand

A fine show in the wet for town athletes The second South West Athletics League match at Yeovil on Sunday, August 1, was as wet as the first one in July. A shortage of qualified officials almost cost the club second place on the day just edging ahead of home club Yeovil Olympiads. It seemed that the rain helped some athletes more than others. Harry Bunting was flying running a star performance 42

winning the under 15 200 metres in 24.19 and then second place in the 100 in 12.21. The under 13 boy sprinters were in fine form. Charlie Cleall won the 200 in 28.29 with Finlay Carvell breathing down his neck on 28.93 and Finlay was second in the 100 in 13.88 with Charlie returning the compliment in third place on 13.9. Shot Putt featured heavily in

the points scored with Lucy Lucas winning the under 15s with 8m34 and Olivia Jones winning the under 13s with 6m53. Jack Williams won the under 15 high jump with 1m65 and then turned his hand to the 3000 metres winning in 10.26.33. Iris Courtney ran a very elegant winning Under 17 3000 metres in 10.43.8 Every point scored was valuable and it was down to

the performances of the likes of Rory Conolly, Amy Darragh in the 100 metres, Veteran Phil York who ran the relay and coach Richard Cassidy who won the senior men’s javelin with a first throw of 32.58 who put the team in second overall. 1 Taunton 350 2 Wimborne 293 3 Yeovil 292 4 Poole AC 239 5 Mendip AC 98 6 Dorchester 83

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Motoring

Show a delight for motor enthusiasts Blackham in Sussex for £805 it was bought by Chris Lambert in 1944 and, like many steam tractors around that time, was converted into a roller for commercial work. It was bought at his sale in 1955 by Don Eastwood and converted back into a tractor, and remained in the Eastwood family’s ownership for 50 years. It was then bought and fully overhauled by Ian Houlgrave in Lincolnshire and remained with him until purchased by the White family from Salisbury in 2018.

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Vehicle lovers and steam enthusiasts were in their element at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show as they met the engines which shaped our history. A Vintage Parade of cars tractors, motorcycles and steam engines was held on both days to thousands of spectators in the Gritchie Brewing Co main ring. And for the first time, a steam engine display was held, showcasing examples of steam power dating back between 1910 and 1940. Displays included a Veiling and Porter made in 1923 as a convertible tractor for Peterborough council. It was sold in 1931 to the Groby Granite Co for hauling stone

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Dorset based cancer charity, Ducks and Drakes Cancer Trust, is delighted to announce a fundraising partnership with C.J. Cox, a 40-year-old family-run business based in Dorset. The company provides farmers and contractors with top quality agricultural products and first-class service. The company is a certified dealer of Valtra Tractors. C.J. Cox and Valtra are donating £100 from every new tractor sale to Ducks and Drakes Cancer Trust for the next year and promoted the initiative at the recent Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show. C.J. Cox owners Chris & Val Cox said: “We are really pleased to be able to support Ducks & Drakes, which is a local charity very close to

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Farming & Environment

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Columnist Tiffany Fleming is a volunteer at High Mead Farm in Longham, Ferndown High Mead Farm is a working farm run to promote the benefits of engaging with animals, soil, and nature. They ‘create purposeful roles for our co-farmers, young people and adults alike, to help bring about a sense of well-being and self-worth that many have never experienced before’. Life, following all the excitement of our highlysuccessful farm shop launch in July, has returned to a somewhat slower pace although the produce output has hugely accelerated, keeping the shop well stocked and the co-farmers busy! I don’t know if it is the skill of our horticulturist, Jo, the excellent co-farmer care, or the weather (I suspect a combination of all three), but there seems to be a neverending supply of tomatoes, onions, and courgettes, and enough potatoes to give Jeremy Clarkson a run for his money. Luckily, there is also a wealth of fantastic suggestions as to what we can do with this fabulous fare; our Facebook friends

GLORIOUS FOOD: Some of the fruit and veg at High Mead Farm

regularly furnishing us with delicious recipes. Working a few shifts in the shop has given me a greater insight into our stock. We see our produce picked and in store within just a few minutes – the eggs arrive still warm. Many of our customers comment on the fabulous smell of the fresh veg – something they don’t normally experience during their normal weekly shop.

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Also, we have all quite forgotten the joy to be had from unearthing misshapen fruit and veg. I had an urge to give Esther Rantzen a shout when Jo pitched up with what can only be described as a wellendowed tomato… a love apple in the truest sense! So busy was the shop at the time that our latest attraction was sold before our tears of laughter had time to dry. I also better appreciate the expression ‘in season’ – and yes, I am referring to the shop stock and not the tomato. I am much more aware of the produce I should expect to find in a shop at this time of year. I was recently lectured by one of our co-farmers about over-supply and unsavoury food preservation techniques (no pun intended). When I quizzed him on how he knew so much about it, he looked a little indignant before replying: “What do you think I do all day?

“I learn everything I need to know here, and you will too.” I suspect he might well be right! n highmeadfarm.org.uk n Farm Fact: There is a line of thought that tomatoes are called love apples because of their aphrodisiacal qualities. However, there is another theory to consider, which unfortunately is much less spicy than the first. This has to do with how the tomato migrated through Europe. Spanish travellers brought tomatoes to Europe in the 16th century; the Italians deemed them pomi d’oro. But at this time, there were Moors in Spain, and they took the tomato back to Morocco, where they called it pomi dei mori, or ‘apple of the Moors’. When the French got hold of the tomato, they called it “pommes d’amour,” or apples of love.

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Farming & Environment

Police alert after tractor satnav thefts Farmers and contractors in East Dorset have been warned to up their security after a spate of satellite guidance system thefts. Dorset Police said that on the night of July 6 in the Horton area thieves entered various tractor cabs to steal screens. A spokesman said: “No entry was forced to these cabs and on the same evening Wiltshire Police had reports about thefts from the Broadchalke area where several GPS domes were been stolen from farms. “An investigation in to these thefts has been launched across both forces.” Police are now trying to locate the following screens from the East Dorset theft which include a Fendt Vario display Terminal, a Muller controller for a Kuhn fertiliser spreader, a Trimble TMX screen (serial number 5613550547) with

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Arts & Entertainment

Hamilton ready for Tivoli visit By Faith Eckersall Following a year of cancelled shows, zoom quizzes and nose-swabs, award-winning writer and comedian Andy Hamilton says he’s delighted to be getting back on tour, with a visit to Wimborne’s Tivoli Theatre on Sunday, October 3. One of the most noted comedy writers and directors of the last decade, with appearances on TV’s Have I Got News For You and Radio 4 shows including I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue, Andy says he’ll be providing an evening of comic reflection, reminiscence and revelation. His TV satires turned up the heat on Westminster with Ballot Monkeys and Power Monkeys, and he and his cowriter Guy Jenkin also penned and directed the hit

British comedy feature film What We Did On Our Holiday. In spring last year, their latest sitcom Kate & Koji, starring Brenda Blethyn and Jimmy Akingbola, aired on ITV. The audience will have the opportunity to ask Andy about these shows – or any other topic - as he takes a look back at his 40 years in comedy. Beginning in 1976 as a contributor to Radio 4’s Weekending, Andy went on to pick up a raft of awards for co-writing and codirecting such household TV classics as Drop The Dead Donkey and Outnumbered. He’s also written two books, his debut novel The Star Witness, and the handwritten Longhand. nSee andyhamilitonontour. co.uk and Tivoliwimborne.co.uk.

Music on lawns

Live on the Lawn featuring Down With The DJ, Dave and Ellie Folk Duo, the Flamin’ Ukes and the Nigel Revill Acoustic Set is taking place at Greyfriars, Ringwood on August 28. Organisers are hoping the audience can see off summer in musical style as well as enjoy a barbecue or picnic at the event, which kicks off at 4pm. Tickets are £10 each from the Greyfriars centre, or email office@greyfriars ringwood.org.uk to reserve. Payment can be made online via the “Donations” button on Greyfriars’ website.

Just go and sing!

A new community choir is starting at QE on September 5. Over eight years Just Sing has raised more than £30,000 for local charities and causes Visit: justsingadultchoir.com for information.

BACK ON TOUR: Andy Hamilton

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Arts & Entertainment

Wimborne Drama Productions will perform Towards Zero by Agatha Christie and Gerald Verner at the Tivoli Theatre from Thursday to Saturday, October 21 to 23. There are evening performances at 7.30pm with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm. The play, directed by Paul Dodman, is adapted from Agatha Christie’s 1944 novel, which she described

as one of her favourite stories. When a house party gathers at Gull’s Point, the clifftop home of Lady Tressilian, Neville Strange finds himself caught between his ex-wife Audrey and his new flame Kay. A nail-biting thriller, the play probes the psychology of jealousy in the shadow of a savage and brutal murder. Publicity manager Richard Neal said: “The play is cast

and tickets are now on sale! “We are very excited to be back, as it has been nearly 18 months since we rehearsed and performed a play. “It will so good to meet up with friends again, to get back into the rehearsal room and of course to perform to a live theatre audience once again, with the buzz that gives.” Visit TivoliWimborne.co.uk or call the box office.

September rains in September By Faith Eckersall In a year when most people will have been obliged to enjoy a staycation, Salisbury Playhouse taps into the mood next month by staging John Godber’s September in the Rain. The play is set in 1950s Blackpool and stars newlywed Yorkshire couple, Jack played by Ian Kelsey, who has appeared in Coronoation Street and Emmerdale, and Nicola Sloane, who has sttarred in Call the Midwife and Les Miserables. The couple have crossed the Pennines to spend their first trip to the iconic resort. Beneath an uncertain September sky, they holiday in a world of stripy deckchairs, sandy sandwiches and stroppy donkeys. As the Wurlitzer organ plays, they sway together on the dance floor of the Tower Ballroom and then proceed to enjoy a similar holiday for the next 30 years. Moving backwards and forward through time, their married life unfolds through squabbles, children, laughter and tears against the backdrop of the heyday of the British seaside.

STARS: Ian Kelsey, Nicola Sloane and, left, Ian McDiarmuid

September in the Rain runs from Thursday, September 16 to Saturday, October 9. n From October 14- 23 the Playhouse is staging a world premiere – Julian Barnes’ The Lemon Table, starring Ian McDiarmid. The performance centres around two of the Barnes’ short stories from his book, The Lemon Table, which examine the theme of old age in a way that McDiarmid describes as: “Witty and touching reflections on

mortality and the workings of love.” Ian McDiarmid wil be known to fans of the Star Wars franchise as Emperor Palpatine from the Return of the Jedi as well as the the psychopath Hugo DeVries in the Morse episode Masonic Mysteries and he is also an accomplished stage performer, having received both Olivier and Tony Awards. The Lemon Table sees McDiarmid and director Michael Grandage renew their long-term creative collaboration, having previously worked together on productions including The Doctor’s Dilemma (Almeida Theatre and UK tour. n More information at wiltshirecreative.co.uk.

Rotary Club short story competition Writing is one of the pastimes that’s boomed during lockdown – so now’s the perfect time to showcase all that work via Blandford Rotary Club’s annual competition. The competition is in its seventh successive year and is offering prizes in a number of categories including Under 18s, Flash Fiction and Poetry. The Open winner receives a framed certificate and has their name engraved on the Mayor’s Cup and the Poetry winner receives a certificate and the Lesley Shand Cup, also appropriately engraved. Competition administrator Adrian Ford said: “With profits being donated by Blandford Rotary to good local causes, we want to remind people that this is a small-scale competition open to all, giving entrants a great chance of picking up a prize.” The closing date is September 30. More details at facebook: @Blandford Rotary or blandfordrotary. org.uk.

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Arts & Entertainment

We’ll be Bach: Choir returns to Minster for concert Bournemouth Bach Choir is excited to be returning to Wimborne Minster after the easing of Covid restrictions. The celebration concert with a professional orchestra and soloists is on Saturday, September 18, at 7.30pm.

The program is Handel’s Zadok the Priest and My Heart is Inditing, Vivaldi’s Gloria and Haydn’s Nelson Mass. Tickets are £15 (all unreserved, children free) from Square Records, Wimborne, and on the door.

The Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival returns on 11 & 12 September!

ENJOY A GREAT DAY OUT

£7 ENTRY

Children 14 and under FREE

Arrangements are well in hand and it’s all systems go to make the event as family friendly as normal whilst keeping exhibitors & visitors safe within the Covid19 government guidelines. We have 19 Cheese Producers joining us to make it a very special cheesy event, and alongside them are a good number of other fabulous food & drink producers from around the West Country. You’ll also 昀nd a host of art & craft makers alongside our usual variety of stalls. Add in some children’s entertainment, some music, real ale & cider and plenty of food to go to choose from and it’s a very good day out! Entry is £7 pp, children 15 and under go free. To guarantee entry, tickets need to be pre purchased on line, remember to add free tickets for children if required, at www.cheesefestival.co.uk, just follow Eliza Mouse

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Arts & Entertainment

Big bonfire is back for 2022 Christchurch Rotary’s Bonfire and Fireworks, planned for November 6, 2021, has been cancelled for this year but will return as planned in 2022. The event has been part of the community’s celebration of Guy Fawkes Night for more than 40 years and was established to enable residents and visitors to enjoy safely the excitement of a large bonfire and professional firework display. Over the years it has also raised many thousands of pounds for youth charities

and organisations. This year, extensive tests of the Stanpit Marsh site have become necessary to ensure safety, which BCP council is in the process of organising. However, owing to the time required for the testing it cannot be completed in time to make the necessary arrangements with the many organisations that are involved. Rotary Bonfire organiser Paul Mills said: “We’re really sorry we cannot run the bonfire and fireworks this year, but we do recognise the paramount

need to guarantee public safety. “We’re grateful to BCP for undertaking the testing, and we all hope November 2022 will see a new edition of our Bonfire Night. “We’ll be working with BCP officers to that end.” In them meantime, Christchurch Rotary is organising a new initiative for December, the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar. This will be a series of early evening performance events supporting 24 local charities, one for each day of Advent.

Embroidery exhibition crosses stitch spectrum Spectrum of Stitch – an exhibition of embroidery and textile work created by members of the six West Country Embroiderers Groups in Dorset is being held at Upton Country Park’s Gallery Upstairs. Exhibits will include the Frankie Reid Challenge winner, chosen by public vote, which this year is for a piece of 3D work. Along with the exhibits pictures and stitch-related items will be for sale, including inspiration/goody bags to replace all the materials used up during Lockdown. The exhibition takes place from September 2-13 from 10am-4pm and admission is free. There is disabled access, via the cafe, and the exhibition will be subject to any government guidelines in place on these dates.

Society’s art is in the right place ON THE RISE: Members of the Phoenix Musical Society

Phoenix’s nights of music and dance Like its mythological namesake, Ferndown Phoenix Musical Society is rising from the ashes of lockdown to stage its comeback public performances. The Magic of Musicals, directed by Janet Barrow, takes place on September 18 with a matinee at 2.30pm followed by the evening performance starting at 7.30pm. The performances will feature popular song and dance numbers from

different musicals, ranging from Hairspray, Grease, Annie Get Your Gun and Jesus Christ Superstar, and they also have a tap number from Anything Goes. Spokesman Charlotte Prosser said: “This hasn’t been without trials, with cast members having to isolate during rehearsals, but everyone has pulled together.” The society has a long and proud history, having been started in 1985 by Terry Holbert who is still strongly

involved within the company. During lockdown, members entertained each other by making videos and doing live karaoke in the evenings. Society members are all ages, including children, and from differing backgrounds and meet on Wednesdays in Staplehill Village Hall at 7.30pm. The Magic of Musicals will take place at Ferndown Village Hall in Church Road. Tickets are £5. n ticketsource.co.uk/ phoenixshow

East Dorset BraveArt Society is a group of leisure painters who meet every Monday at Upton Community Centre in Poole Road, Upton, from 7pm to 9:30pm. Painters work on their own projects in whichever medium they prefer. There is no formal tuition but advise can always be solicited from more experienced artists. Demonstrations by professional artists are organised three times a year, the cost of which is included in the membership fee. The society is currently looking for new members so if you would like to know more you can visit: edbas.co.uk, or call Sue Spiller on 07543 555413. 51

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COMING TOGETHER: Hundreds of animals and thousands of visitors

Show is hailed as ‘a community reunited’ Heart-warming scenes of a rural community reunited were palpable at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show this year. Hailed a ‘resounding success’ the two-day event celebrated the Great British Countryside as it welcomed thousands upon thousands of visitors at the Motcombe Turnpike Showground. And in less than one year

since the New Blackmore Vale was launched, publishers Ruth and Lloyd Armishaw say they felt ‘privileged’ to be one of the official sponsors of the much-loved show, which dates back 161 years. Ruth said: “What was especially poignant was to see so many families and friends meet and hug each other, and for many, for the

first time in 18 months. “It was heart-warming to be part of this truly remarkable occasion. “We would like to thank everyone who came to see us in our marquee, it was wonderful to meet so many readers, old and new. “Thanks must also be given to James and his amazing team, who organised this spectacular event after what

has been such a tricky year. “Thank you to you all for welcoming us back into the your community. For reading our magazine from cover to cover. “It was great to see how quickly our additional copies of the New Blackmore Vale and the New Stour and Avon, which we printed early ahead of the event, were snapped up. We feel very humbled.”

ON A ROLL: Ruth Armishaw with one of her Ruby Red Devons, and horsepower and steampower at the show

Pictures: JOHN NESBITT

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Business

with dorsetbiznews.co.uk BOUNCING BACK: Jemma Sandell Picture: DORSET BIZ NEWS

Andrew Diprose is the founder and editor of dorsetbiznews.co.uk, the No.1 business website in the county with more than 27,000 unique users Jemma Sandell loves her work. In fact, she feels she has her dream job. But it’s been a difficult and uncertain time for the massage and beauty therapist who owns Ferndown-based Relax & Remedy. Because if there’s one sector that’s taken a particular battering over the last 18 months, it’s the beauty industry. According to statistics from the NHBF (National Hair and Beauty Federation) and the British Beauty Council, more than 7,300 beauty salons have closed since March 2020. And the latest survey of beauty professionals and salons by the NHBF revealed that business is down for three in five beauty businesses while only one in four are making much profit. Especially worrying is that after the initial busy period post lockdown, clients have not returned to the hair and beauty sector in the same numbers as before. In the beauty sector, with trade relying heavily on client experience and social events, 60 per cent of the 1,750 respondents in the survey reported business as being quieter or really quiet. Meanwhile The Local Data Company estimated that, as of May, 16 per cent of the industry has been lost to the covid-19 crisis. Without careful management of the recovery, it’s feared the

Jemma supports ‘Book in for Beauty’ comeback campaign figure could continue to rise, with the greatest impact felt by women and young people. A key reason why the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has urged people to ‘Book in for Beauty’. The twin aim is for clients to secure the future of the salons they love while improving their own wellbeing. The initiative is strongly backed by Jemma, 34, who launched Essence of you Beauty two years ago but rebranded to Relax & Remedy in July. She said: “It’s not just a question of having a pamper or beauty treatment but also people’s mental health, “People have missed human touch and interaction. It’s something I’ve certainly noticed with my clients.” Lesley Blair, BABTAC CEO and Chair, said: “Constantly having to stay at home has discouraged the need for

personal grooming, which could play a factor in rising anxiety levels. “When we feel low, sick, or tired, we also tend to stop focusing on self-care, which can affect our confidence. “Generally, when we take pride in our appearance, it boosts our confidence and makes us feel happier.” Jemma is full of praise for BABTAC. The not for profit organisation is one of the UK’s leading membership organisations and insurance providers. It was founded to raise the level of professionalism in the beauty, holistic and hair industries. Jemma, who is married to Ashley and has two daughters aged seven and eight, said: “They’ve been very supportive throughout the pandemic.” Jemma, who has her own treatment room in the Arena Business Centre on the Ferndown Industrial Estate,

started out as a nail technician. She then trained in holistic massage, adding deep tissue massage, beauty therapy, intimate waxing and many other skills and courses. Since launching her business Jemma has built up a client base of nearly 200. They range in age from teenagers to clients in their 80s. The lockdowns allowed her to work on her website and learn new skills. She also launched new innovations such as pamper boxes and video sessions and worked closely with her business mentor, Natasha Britton. Jemma said: “I thoroughly enjoy all the treatments I offer and love to see the finished results, even if it is a leg wax! “Seeing the difference a treatment can make to a client is what I enjoy. “Happy clients make me happy.” l relaxandremedy.co.uk 53

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Business

with dorsetbiznews.co.uk

Award-winning firm projects right image By Andrew Diprose A company which won Dorset’s only Queen’s Award for Enterprise earlier this year has unveiled its first gesture controlled touchless kiosk in response to the global pandemic. Touchless self-service solutions avoid hand to kiosk contact and eliminate any hygiene concerns. With many companies now turning to no-touch tech and contactless devices, fastgrowing imageHOLDERS says it’s on a mission to be at the forefront of self-service kiosk technology. A survey by Ultraleap showed that 80 per cent of consumers consider public touchscreens to be unhealthy. In response, Ferndown-based imageHOLDERS believes its

innovation is crucial in restoring public confidence as the world learns to live with Covid-19. The kiosk is powered by a hand tracking camera. Users can type, select, scroll and navigate a kiosk display using mid-air gestures without having to touch the screen. The non-touch approach

reduces the risk of spreading germs and bacteria build-up. The gesture control technology uses an optical hand tracking module that captures the movement of hands and fingers so they can interact naturally with the on-screen content. The controller is capable of tracking hands within a 3D interactive zone that extends up to 60cm or more. The software can discern 27 distinct hand elements, including bones and joints, and track them even when they are obscured by other parts of the hands. It is both intuitive and easy to use for businesses. A selection of optional devices can be added, including printers, scanners, and payment devices, to ensure each kiosk is tailored to individual business needs. imageHOLDERS can tailor each kiosk dependent on the industry including: l Public kiosks l Entertainment complexes l Healthcare l Office and workplaces l Education Adrian Thompson, CEO, said: “We are extremely proud of our latest innovation. “Our mission was to instil confidence in the general public and, in turn, galvanise multiple industries to be able to get back to full strength in a post-covid world.

“Our interactive kiosk solutions are both intuitive and easy to use and our digital kiosks are tailorable to every business. “Developing this touchless technology was a gratifying challenge and I am very excited to see how it helps people navigate their busy lives in real world applications.” The company makes interactive touch screen and computer kiosks in addition to its new gesture controlled touchless kiosk. It has a £5million annual turnover with 70 per cent of sales going overseas. It employs 43 staff at its Ferndown Industrial Estate site – up from 24 just over a year ago – with a further three roles in its offices in Vancouver and also Taiwan. imageHOLDERS supports clients in a variety of industry sectors including hospitality, retail, leisure, automotive, casino, corporate and healthcare. Customers include Amazon, Bentley, Legoland, Hard Rock Café. Hilton, McDonald’s, Mercedes-Benz, Nasa and the NHS. In April imageHOLDERS, which has exported its products to 72 countries in recent years, received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category.

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Recruitment HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for busy household near Fontmell Magna. Three mornings a week. Own transport and good references essential. Tel 07855 312526 MERE SOCIAL CLUB Have a vacancy for a Bar Steward. Enthusiasm & positive attitude are essential. Apply in your own handwriting to the Club Secretary, Hazards Hill, Mere, BA12 6ET. CAREFUL CLEANER REQUIRED for house in Sherborne, 3 hours per week. Please contact 07742 304470 DRIVER PART-TIME – mornings & afternoons for job details call 01725 516334 07813 209841 CLEANING SERVICES OFFERED - Please phone 01258 860136 HOUSEKEEPER/COOK/ FAMILY HELP REQUIRED near Shaftesbury. Flexible hours approx 4 mornings a week, immediate start Tel 07876 453050 HOUSEKEEPER/ CHILDCARE Shaftesbury family. Cooking/cleaning/laundry. 20hrs/pw..Must drive. 07876 353949.

SEEKING FULL TIME LIVE-IN GROUNDSKEEPER, separate accommodation provided, most bills covered in addition to salary. Must have experience in all aspects of landscape, pool and river level maintenance, and garden care. Individuals or couples welcomed. Please call 07511 664490 WINCANTON/BRUTON Family run stud farm seeks reliable hardworking individual to work with thoroughbreds. Previous experience essential. No accommodation but good rates of pay. Candidate must be confident handling young stock and physically fit. References required. 07918 621003/ 07747 830651 ESTIMATOR AND GENERAL MANAGER for D J Chutter Ltd Qualified estimator to help with preparing estimates and price bids, planning and scheduling jobs etc. Must have 3+ years’ construction experience, computer literate, experience in accounts an advantage. Basic salary of £35,000 plus company profit related incentive. 01963 210354

BENCH JOINER with experience making windows/doors/stairs using traditional machinery. Sturminster Newton. Call Dan 07789 038950

Lavender Blue Bakery are looking for a full-time Cook, part-time Kitchen Assistant & a Cleaner. You'll be working with our fantastic small team in our Gillingham kitchen. All roles require good time management skills & a willingness to work independently & with others to produce delicious food. You'll need the ability to work in a hot, busy environment, stand, walk, bend, lift heavy items & use hands & appliances. Please call Sam on 07751-327342 or email gmail.com lavenderbluecakes@gmail.com

Three full time positions for private household nr Wimborne St Giles: • Builder/Handyman/Maintenance Manager • Gardener/Senior Groundsman • Admin Assistant/Housekeeper Charming secluded cottage may be available. Ph. 0777 186 1110

GENERAL FARM WORKER / TRACTOR DRIVER between Wincanton and Bruton for dairy / beef farm call 07812 009364 FULL TIME UNDER GARDENER POSITION available for large private garden in South West Wiltshire. Manual and heavy machinery work involved. Successful applicant must also be competent with general maintenance, and happy around dogs. This is a live-in position in a modernised two- bedroom cottage. Please email CV & covering letter to Mrs Vicky Macaskie at vm@fonthill.co.uk

GENERAL BUILDER WANTED t Good standard of workmanship required t Must be self-motivated t Trustworthy t Team Player t Own Materials and Transport t Good rates of pay to the right person t Self-employed basis

Contact Simon 07768 740660

CATERING STAFF REQUIRED at Leweston school. Head chef 42k Chef de partie £12.60ph Customer service assistant £9.36ph. Contact tabnerd@ leweston.dorset.sch.uk or call 01963 211014

FULL-TIME SITE/ GROUNDWORKS LABOURER • Tasks include drainage, oversites, footings, mixer work, driveways, and more • Role requires using machinery • Training provided • 45 hours per week, 7.30am - 5pm Monday - Friday • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) • Must have own transport • Company pension scheme • Good rate of pay dependant on experience • Must be reliable, hardworking and committed to getting tasks completed on time Call 01935 816204 or email office@repearceproperties .co.uk

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Recruitment

Full Time Warehouse Operative Required J&G Environmental Ltd are recruiting for the following: Daytime Warehouse Operative (Mon-Fri) Night-time Warehouse Operative (Mon-Thurs) To join our team at our Blandford based warehouse.

Casual Work

(A forklift license is advantageous but not essential.)

Oakleaf Marquees in Stalbridge is looking for marquee riggers on a casual basis between now and October. Work can be 2-4 days a week generally between Mon to Thu and up to 40 hours a week as you wish – we are flexible. Must be reliable, hard working with a positive attitude. Drivers 21+ desirable but not essential. Further info and applications by email please:

Please send a CV and a short covering letter to

jobs@oakleafmarquees.co.uk

sales@jg-environmental.com www.jg-environmental.com J&G Environmental Ltd, J&G House, Holland Way Industrial Estate, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7TA

Pulham Steels Ltd Stockists and distributors of all mild steel products currently require a

HGV Class 2 Driver

has vacancies for

ASSISTANT VERGERS Hours of work: 15 hours a week Salary: £10.60 per hour We would like to employ, as soon as possible, two new Assistant Vergers to join The Sherborne Abbey team. Each verger would be required to work for 15 hours per week and be available to work on Saturdays and Sundays. In all cases we require the candidates to be communicant members of the Church of England. We are looking for trustworthy, 昀exible, independent workers with excellent interpersonal skills. The posts are subject to DBS checking under our Safeguarding Policy. For a copy of the Job Description and an application form, please call Sherborne Abbey Parish O ce on

01935 713777 or email

Asstparishsecretary@sherborneabbey.com Closing date: Monday, 23 August 2021

Sherborne Abbey, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3LQ 56

To join our growing company, duties to include multi drop deliveries throughout the south of the UK, loading/offloading of vehicles. Applicants must have a clean driving license, be of smart appearance and have a conscientious attitude to work and equipment. Hi-ab certificate preferred but not essential. Tel: 01300 345110 Or Email: neil.cahill@pulhamsteels.co.uk

K M Phillips Property Developer and Maintenance are currently looking for a Labourer to start immediately. We are a small family run business with a lot of work on our books, so this is due to be Long term work for the right candidate. We are looking for both a professional and compliant person. This will be a great opportunity for anyone that is willing to learn more about the trade, as our work varies from small projects to new builds. We are based in Motcombe and try to keep work as local as possible, no long hours traveling to sites. We would like to take on a contractor but for the right candidate will consider taking on as an employee full time. A full driving licence is also preferred. The rate of between £11.50 to £14.00 an hour will be dependent on experience. If you are interested in this position please do not hesitate to contact Nicky on our Office line 01747850515 or email kmphillips@btconnect.com.

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Recruitment

HANFORD SCHOOL CHILD OKEFORD DORSET

FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT

General Labourer We are looking for a keen, punctual & motivated person to join our team. Full time employed position with immediate start. Preferably with own transport. Please apply through our office: T: 01963 824444 E: info@hhpltd.co.uk W: builders-south-west.co.uk Part time P.A. Sherborne office. Good computer and typing skills essential. 6 to 8 hours flexible over two days p.w. send CV to ajk@zen.co.uk THE PLOUGH INN MANSTON CHEF/COOK REQUIRED This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef/Cook ready to take the next step into a restaurant with huge opportunities. The Plough has a recently installed specialist designed kitchen and new and refurbished restaurant space for up to fifty covers. Please send a CV to peterkellond@gmail.com or telephone 07542 646237 LIVE IN HELP REQUIRED for elderly lady. Wyly e valley, driver essential 07711 255409

Permanent role assisting in the running of a clean and organised kitchen. Hours 1.30-7.30 pm Saturdays, term time only, from September 2021. Closing Date : 9am Thursday 24th August 2021 Please email Laura Stout stoutl@hanfordschool.co.uk This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Registered charity number 01001751

HANFORD SCHOOL

HOUSEKEEPER/CHILDCARE Shaftesbury family. Cooking/cleaning/laundry. 20hrs/pw. Must drive. 07876 353949. ESTIMATOR AND GENERAL MANAGER for D J Chutter Ltd Qualified estimator to help with preparing estimates and price bids, planning and scheduling jobs etc. Must have 3+ years’ construction experience, computer literate, experience in accounts an advantage. Basic salary of £35,000 plus company profit related incentive.

CHILD OKEFORD BLANDFORD DORSET DT11 8HN

SECOND COOK Part time, Term time only, to start September 2021. A great opportunity for a competent cook that loves food and wants to improve their skills. Closing date: Thursday 24th August 2021 9am Please email Laura Stout stoutl@hanfordschool.co.uk This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Registered charity number 01001751

A home away from home

Archway Nursery in Pimperne is recruiting for qualified and non-qualified nursery staff.

Go to www.storal-learning.co.uk or phone 01258 454 602 for more details. Variety of shifts including Zero hours, full time and part time available. Receive up to £500 welcome bonus for joining!

Highfield House Residential Care Home High Street, Castle Cary, Nr Yeovil, Somerset, BA7 7AN Website: www.highfieldhousecastlecary.com Positions Vacant:

Cook Catering Assistant Waking Night Care Assistant Day Care Assistant Please call 01963 350697 or email manager@highfieldhouse.net

HILLS BODY & MOT CENTRE - SHERBORNE is looking for an MOT tester/technician, immediate start, good rates of pay Tel 01935 816010 HOME-HELP WANTED. Gillingham. 12-22hrs/week. 07484793530

Staff Required at Hays House Nursing Home. Join our dedicated team to support our residents. Various roles available: Kitchen Assistant, Domestic, Activities Co-ordinator, Maintenance Support and Carers. For more details on roles, hours and pay, please contact Nihara Dalton on 07949818054 or email admin@hayshouse.co.uk

ST DENIS LODGE RESIDENTIAL HOME Requires 2 part time Care Assistants. One of these to cover maternity leave. To include alternate weekends . Also required Weekend Laundry Assistant. Experience preferred but not necessary. Please call 01747 854596

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Recruitment DIOCESE OF

SALISBURY

INDEPENDENT CHAIR OF THE DIOCESAN SAFEGUARDING ADVISORY PANEL (DSAP) Do you have extensive professional safeguarding expertise gained in a relevant statutory, voluntary or judicial agency? The Diocese of Salisbury is seeking to appoint an Independent Chair of the strategic oversight group for all Safeguarding activity across our Diocese, which covers Wiltshire, Dorset, parts of Hampshire and Devon and the Channel Islands. This voluntary appointment will be made by the Bishop of Salisbury for an initial period of three years. In addition to paid travel expenses, a small honorarium will be paid for the role. For an Application Pack and full Role Description please visit our website: www.salisbury.anglican.org (click on Job Vacancies (Lay) in the Who’s Who section). Alternatively please email hradmin@salisbury.anglican.org for details. Closing date for applications: Friday 10th September 2021 Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 28th September 2021

Renewing HOPE

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THE ARMISHAWS REMOVAL GROUP HAVE THE IMMEDIATE VACANCY FOR A

DORSET GARAGE DOORS ARE LOOKING TO RECRUIT This role is an outside based position and requires heavy manual work. You will be working within an experienced team of garage door engineers; a willingness to learn is a must, motivation and determination are essential. The company fit and maintain quality doors and automation systems to residential and commercial properties. We also offer a repair service. It will be a varied and challenging role. You will be working directly on the property of the customer; it will require an individual who is willing to offer excellent customer services and will work well as part of a team. Ongoing training and support will be given. Partial uniform provided. A full UK driving licence is essential.

JOB TYPE: FULL TIME Please send CV and covering letter to office@dorsetgaragedoors.co.uk or by post to Dorset Garage Doors Ltd, Unit 9 Station Road, Business Park, Station Road Stalbridge DT10 2RN

REMOVALS COORDINATOR This is a full time role Based at our Head Office, Wincanton The person we are seeking will have good communication skills, be computer literate, have a sense of humour and be able to work under pressure. The position will include customer contact, preparing quotations submitted by the sales persons, processing acceptances and much more. Salary by negotiation based on experience Applications by email to Pat Carter,

pat@armishaws.com

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Recruitment

Base: Sherborne Post: Cook Hours: 14 hours per week Salary: £6,924 - £7,436

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking Band 2 Cook to join our friendly dedicated catering team in Sherborne Community Hospital. As Cook you will prepare meals for ward patients and provide a food service for staff and the general public. Cooks within the hospital have a key role in maintaining a high standard of meal provision to patients, and make a valuable contribution in the wider care team that supports patients during their time in hospital. Candidates should have good organizational and communication skills, be flexible in their approach to work whilst demonstrating an ability to work using their own initiative and as part of a team. This post is for 14 hours per week over 2 days and may include some weekend working. Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. For further information and to apply, please visit https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/ and search for the vacancy reference 152-S007.21C The Yeatman Hospital is currently looking for bank workers to join the dedicated hotel service teams to work on an as and when basis. This includes domestics, catering assistants and porters. Various hours available including weekends.

For further information please contact

Alison Lee: 07775027961 alison.lee1@nhs.net

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Property

WIMBORNE | PRICE: £600,000 Superb four double bedroom ex show home built in 2019 • Contemporary kitchen/dining room • Good size sitting room • Enclosed landscaped garden • Garage with power and light

WIMBORNE TOWN CENTRE | PRICE GUIDE: £450 - £475,000 Georgian style four bedroom town house • Well appointed kitchen • Sitting/dining room with feature ﬁreplace • Master bedroom with balcony • Single garage and allocated parking spaces

WIMBORNE TOWN CENTRE | PRICE: £425,000 Grade II Listed Georgian end of terrace town house • Four bedrooms • Two reception rooms • Enclosed cottage garden with outbuilding • Off road parking

WIMBORNE | PRICE: £895,500 Five bedroom semi detached Victorian style manor house • Approximately 2,000 sq ft • Three reception rooms • Mature gardens, front and rear • Quiet cul de sac location

WIMBORNE PRICE GUIDE: £450,000 Spacious three bedroom detached bungalow • Double aspect sitting room • Modern kitchen • Sunny rear garden • Sought after location

WIMBORNE TOWN CENTRE | PRICE GUIDE: £700,000 Grade II Listed ﬁve bedroom Victorian town house • NO FORWARD CHAIN • Recently updated with many original features • Mature courtyard garden • Garage, workshop and two allocated parking spaces

Wimborne off ice, 6 Cook Row, Wimborne, BH21 1LB 01202 842922 | wimborne@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com

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Property

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £650,000 Detached cottage in sought after location • Retaining charm and many original features • Three double bedrooms • Four reception rooms • Set on plot measuring approx. ¼ acre • Scope & potential to enhance/enlarge (stp)

FERNDOWN | £650,000 Superbly positioned and deceptively spacious chalet • Three double bedrooms • One bathroom, one shower room • Three reception rooms • 65ft Private, south facing rear garden • Two garages

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £530,000 Immaculately presented family home • Three double bedrooms • Two reception rooms • 45ft Private west facing garden • Cloakroom & utility • Fantastic scope to enlarge (stp)

FERNDOWN | £450,000 Recently improved bungalow • Three bedrooms • 21ft Garden room • Private west facing garden • Garage and off road parking • Conveniently located

FERNDOWN | GUIDE PRICE £400,000 Conveniently located detached bungalow • Two double bedrooms • One bathroom, one shower room • Double glazed conservatory • 45ft Enclosed garden • Approx. 700 metres from town centre

FERNDOWN | £450,000 Recently improved detached bungalow • Three bedrooms • 21ft Garden room • Private, west facing garden • Single garage • Approx. 500 metres from town centre

FERNDOWN | OIEO £270,000 Superbly positioned 昀rst 昀oor apartment • Approximately 700 metres from town • Two double bedrooms • Garage located in a nearby block • Share of freehold • Visitors parking

FERNDOWN | £229,950 Immaculately presented apartment • Two double bedrooms • Second 昀oor apartment • Two generous sized balconies • Lift and allocated parking • In heart of Ferndown town centre

Ferndown Off ice, 6 – 8 Victoria Road, Ferndown, BH22 9HZ 01202 890890 | ferndown@hearnes.com | www.hearnes.com

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Property

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS OR DOORS? Are you experiencing issues with your double glazed windows or doors? If so, call us, Wimborne Windows, today on 01202 081500 to get them rectified as quickly as possible.

Misted Glass Doors or windows won’t Internal Condensation open or won’t latch Broken glazing We specialise in double glazing repairs and we’re equipped to fix both windows and doors, from double glazed units to locks , handles and hinges. Founded in 1986, Wimborne Windows is a family-run business and we always aim to give you the best possible service. We believe you won’t find finer anywhere else.

01202 081500 www.wimbornewindows.co.uk

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