The Purbeck Gazette (20/03/23)

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OUR TEAM: The Gazette team consists of: Lloyd Armishaw, Debi Thorne, Donna Garner, Jane Toomer and Julian McLeod.

n Claire Martin (above) is one of the headliners at this summer’s Swanage Jazz Festival. For a preview of the event, turn to page 41

n Swanage Rugby Club (right) is putting itself right at the heart of the community – see page 4

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Sir David films at Old Harry Rocks

‘THE richness of the Purbeck landscape’ featured at the heart of a new series – the last to be recorded on location by Sir David Attenborough.

Sir David, 96, who will no longer be part of on-location filming, opened the new Wild Isles series last week from the Old Harry Rocks, near Swanage.

Filming took place in June last year.

Series producer Alastair Fothergill travelled with Sir David to film his pieces for the series.

“I hope the audience will be genuinely surprised by the richness of our natural history,” he said.

“At the same time, I hope they will recognise how fragile and precious it is.”

The series features footage filmed over three years, during 200 shoots in 145 locations.

They included trips to the River Stour and River Frome to film kingfishers and chalk streams, Somerset for demoiselles, badgers and

Hedge planters give wildlife helping hand

YOUNGSTERS have helped create a wildlife corridor at the Hayricks amenity area in Stoborough along which mammals, birds and insects can spread.

Arne Parish Council planted a hedgerow in autumn 2021 with Trees for Dorset, Planet Purbeck, Sustainable Wareham, Stoborough Primary School, Purbeck Youth and Community Foundation (PYCF), and community volunteers.

But after the extreme drought last summer it needed some additions.

Fortunately, Trees for Dorset was able to supply expertise and more trees, and PYCF the

volunteers, and now a further 50 hedge trees have been planted and some parts of the meadow seeded with locally sourced wildflower seeds.

Parish councillors supplied refreshments to fuel the working party’s efforts.

Cllr Ian Duckworth, from Arne Parish Council, said: “We look forward to the spring and summer to see the results of their efforts. The parish hopes to engage the local youngsters in further wildlife projects since they have ably demonstrated their interest and competence.”

The planted hedge joins up two existing hedges to provide a continuous wildlife corridor.

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bluebells, and Wiltshire for meadows and pollinators.

“I think that people will be surprised by the wildlife on their own doorsteps and amazed by the behaviour,” said Hilary Jeffkins, producer of the first episode.

“I hope that after watching

this series our audience will be wowed by the wildlife and spectacular places in Britain and Ireland, but also that they get a strong sense of how fragmented and fragile they are.

“I want the audience to come away with a sense of pride and hope for the future, too.”

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Sir David Attenborough at Old Harry Rocks, near Swanage, where he filmed for the new series, Wild Isles. PHOTOS: BBC

Youngsters at work at the Hayricks amenity area in Stoborough

Rugby club ‘just wants to help out’

A GROUP for people living with dementia and their carers has been given a new lease of life – by a rugby club.

Swanage and Wareham RFC stepped in after the Covid-19 pandemic put paid to meetings of the Forget-Me-Not group.

With concerns about the virus now receding, the club offered space at its smart headquarters in Bestwall Road, Wareham, free of charge.

And now the group, run by a collaboration between the Dementia UK and Age UK charities, is thriving, with regular Monday drop-in sessions attended by up to 30 sufferers of the memory loss syndrome and their carers.

Rachel Newman, of Age UK’s North, South and West Dorset branch, said: “It’s a place where people with dementia and those who help them can come to find support from each other and from professionals who

come to offer advice.

“As well as the obvious benefits of socialising, we organise activities and games that help brain function and dexterity, such as dominoes, and music that prompts memories.

“It’s amazing what the rugby club has done. They have given us a wonderful space in which to run sessions and we’re very grateful.

“Those with dementia seem to enjoy being here. There is a lot of fun and laughter alongside the support.

“Sometimes friends or relatives come with their loved ones, which also improves understanding of the condition and what can be done to help.”

Swans chair Martin Hill said hosting Forget-Me-Not was an obvious course for the club given the Rugby Football Union’s ongoing examination of the links between the game’s

players and early-onset dementia.

But the main motive for the offer of free space was to benefit the local community in general.

He said: “We have these facilities here at our clubhouse but don’t use them during weekdays.

“So what’s the point of leaving the place empty when there are individuals and companies out there charging excessive amounts to local groups, trying to get as much money out of them as possible?”

The club also hosts LewisManning hospice care sessions and an NHS cardio group for minimal fees covering just electricity costs. And it is also involved in various ways with disability and multiple sclerosis groups, and the Lions.

Mr Hill said: “Making more use of clubhouses, grounds and facilities has to be the way forward for sports clubs.

“We just want to help the local community as much as possible. It’s important to us. We’re really proud of how much we do and if there are other groups that we can fit in, we’re more than willing to do so.”

Though he does not participate in the Forget-MeNot sessions, Mr Hill keeps an interested eye on them.

He said: “It’s great to see everyone joining in the activities Rachel organises, especially the music games.

“It’s wonderful to see the pleasure they get when they remember a song or melody they may have forgotten.”

Walford Mill seeking crafters in the rafters

WALFORD Mill Educational Trust is offering creative studio space at Wimborne’s historic riverside building.

Public-facing and secluded areas are available at the listed building whose origins date back to the 16th century.

The charity-run art and craft gallery provides free admission to the public between Wednesday and Sunday every week and holds regular additional exhibitions.

April will feature Her Story, an outreach sculpture project with Queens Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne.

Resident artist Sarah Redmond-Fareham said: “Being part of a community of artists and makers is really important as it offers mutual support and collaboration.”

For more information see www.walfordmillcrafts.co.uk or phone 01202 841400.

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Rachel Newman, of Age UK’s North, South and West Dorset branch, and Swanage and Wareham RFC chair Martin Hill

Resident artist Sarah Redmond–Fareham at Walford Mill

Activity Squad volunteer drive

VOLUNTEERS are being sought to join a group dedicated to helping patients at Dorset County Hospital (DCH).

People are being urged to give a few hours a week playing games or doing puzzles with patients at the hospital in Dorchester as part of a new Activity Squad, being set up by DCH’s Volunteer Service.

Activities could include playing board games, doing jigsaws, singing and other activities patients may wish to try.

Hannah Robinson, volunteer and patient experience lead at DCH, said: “Our volunteers are such an important part of the team at DCH. They give us the gift of

time – which is invaluable and makes a huge difference. Our Activity Squad will spend their time socialising with patients and helping them remain active.

“Little things like playing a game or doing a puzzle can really help support a patient’s recovery and enhance their experience with us.

“If you enjoy spending time with people, have a good sense of humour and thoughts about how to support patient wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.

“We’re committed to supporting our volunteers and will make sure you enjoy your time with us, too.”

To find out more, email volunteering@dchft.nhs.uk, or phone 01305 255351.

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MMA fighter Josh goes the extra mile

STAFF at a multi-million pound development in Poole have been donating their time – and fast legs – to charity while building work goes ahead.

As work continues on the £12.5 million scheme at the Rockwater at Branksome development, staff have been working with the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF), giving their time to help wherever they can.

Among them is Josh Saunders, who has now decided to take his efforts one step – or thousands of steps – further.

MMA fighter Josh has pledged to run the 14.2 miles from Sandbanks to Hengistbury Head on May 12, raising money for the DCCF – that supports cancer-hit families financially – as he goes.

“We are all continuing to be paid, despite being unable to

work all our shifts because of the renovation work, so we looked into local charities we might help and decided to volunteer for the DCCF,” said Josh, 26.

“We have been helping out the charity manager, Jaz, and administrator Penny with their admin and social media, and whatever else they need.

“It’s a great charity which gives financial help to Dorset families who are struggling to pay their bills and make ends meet because of cancer.

“After my first visit to the charity I was really impressed and decided I wanted to do something extra to help them.

“I’m an MMA fighter and have recently started running, so I said I would run the 14.2 miles from Sandbanks to Hengistbury Head on May 12 and raise as much as I can for DCCF.

“The training is going well,

with some good runs in my lunch breaks, and I am hoping to raise £500. People are being really supportive so far. I’m now hoping others will read this and sponsor me a few pounds knowing every penny they give will go to a local family who really need it.”

DCCF charity manager Jazmine White added: “We were thrilled when Rockwater came to us and said they would like to volunteer their time.

“They are a wonderful bunch of people and have been so

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friendly and helpful, especially with our social media, research and mailings to our members.

“As we are a very small local charity, it’s lovely to have that extra support and we can’t wait to support Josh in his run.

“The DCCF was set up by local people for local people and is funded entirely by the hard work of our supporters and business sponsors. We feel blessed to count the Rockwater team among them.”

Josh can be sponsored at https://tinyurl.com/yp3ktc7j

Josh Saunders is running 14.2 miles from Sandbanks to Hengistbury Head to raise money for the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation

Mother found safe and well

THE mother of a foetus found in Poole has been found and is safe and well.

Police said the mother had been identified and is receiving ‘all the support she needs’.

The sad discovery was made at about 3.50pm on Thursday, March 2, on Canford Heath, near Culliford Crescent.

“An investigation was carried out by Dorset Police and NHS Dorset and a cordon was in place while enquiries were conducted in the area,” a Dorset Police spokesperson said.

“The priority of everyone involved was to locate the mother and ensure she received the appropriate care.

“Following the appeal, the

mother has been identified and officers have ensured she is receiving all the support she needs.

“This is not being treated as a criminal matter and our thoughts are with the mother at this extremely difficult time.

“We would like to thank the public who provided information in response to our appeal, as well as the local community for their support while there was an increased emergency services presence in the area.

“There will be no further information released and we would ask the public not to speculate on the circumstances.

“We would request the privacy of the mother and her family is respected.”

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Crowds turn out for Jay’s new store

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CROWDS turned out in Poole Repair Shop to greet Repair Shop star Jay Blades as he opened a new store.

The TV presenter was in town to open the first bricks-and-mortar retail premises for his furniture restoration brand, Jay & Co.

Greeted by dozens of fans for the offical opening, Jay joined his collaborator Steve Wyatt, owner of Restored Retro - next door to the new shop.

A former drug addict and ex-prisoner, Steve contacted Jay for advice about 18 months after leaving rehab.

That was eight years ago when Jay was running the Out of the Dark charity, training disadvantaged people in furniture restoration techniques.

The pair met for the first time in his Wolverhampton workshop and have stayed in close touch ever since, working on a number of collaborations.

Steve, 45, is now a successful furniture restorer in his own right, opening Restored Retro in Kingland Crescent two years ago.

When the space next door also became

available he contacted Jay about having a dedicated showroom for Jay & Co, which specialises in reclaimed, restored and reimagined furniture.

Jay, 53, said he was ‘totally proud, 100 per cent’ to be opening Jay & Co’s first retail premises and working with Steve.

“I like to celebrate the uncelebrated,” he said. “Steve has done an amazing job in turning himself around and then the business.

“It’s a case of let’s do something together.

“If it means me putting a little bit of a spotlight onto the Dolphin Centre and what these guys are trying to achieve then why not?

“Let’s do some good.”

Steve said: “It’s amazing when you share the passion and love for something,

“I’ve known Jay eight years now so to see Jay and his journey has been great.

“Equally we can complement each other.

“Jay and I are both at a point in our lives with different journeys but we’ve both been broken.

“This is a celebration of not giving up. It shows what you can do.

“It doesn’t matter what background you come from or whether you’ve suffered from addiction, mental health or bereavement.

“My experience of being in tough times is that if you keep pushing through it gets better.

“This is a celebration of that. It’s an absolute joy to bring this to Poole and the collaboration with Jay.

“We love working together.”

Jay & Co and Restored Retro is at 28 and 26 Kingland Crescent, Poole.

Steve Wyatt and Jay Blades MBE at the opening of the new Jay&Co store in Poole

Hardy’s homes re-opening for visitors

THREE literary landmarks in Dorset are set to re-open this month.

Hardy’s Cottage, the childhood home of novelist and poet Thomas Hardy and his self-designed Victorian home, Max Gate, have re-opened to the public after a winter break. Meanwhile, Clouds Hill, the tiny cottage belonging to TE Lawrence, is set to re-open next week.

This year marks 100 years since Lawrence first arrived in Dorset and inhabited Clouds Hill.

Visitors will be welcomed with introductory talks from knowledgeable volunteers and invited to explore the rooms and

beautiful gardens for a fascinating insight into the lives of these two historical figures, the National Trust said.

Hardy’s Cottage has benefited from the restoration of the woodshed and the construction of a new perimeter deer fence, while original Lawrence artefacts are returning.

The Lawrence artefacts are three small models – a power boat, an Avro Supermarine Southampton and a stainless steel seaplane.

After being locked in a display case for years, the models have been given specialist deep cleaning to restore them to their former

glory.

Property operations manager Rachael White, who has been overseeing the re-opening, said: “We’re really excited to be re-opening the doors at Hardy’s homes and Clouds Hill once again.

“The houses will be looking at their best following deep cleaning that has taken place over the winter by our conservation team. The gardens are also springing to life with flowers coming into bloom.

“We invite everyone to come

along and enjoy the atmospheric homes of Dorset’s most famous writer, Thomas Hardy, and the legendary Lawrence of Arabia.”

The trust said pre-booking is essential for Hardy’s Cottage and Clouds Hill, and strongly advised for Max Gate.

For opening times and to book tickets, visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/hardyscottage, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/max-gate and www. nationaltrust.org.uk/clouds-hill, or phone 0344 249 1895.

Wareham-Swanage rail trial rolls in

A NEW train service from the mainline at Wareham into the heart of the Isle of Purbeck is starting next month.

The trial, run in a partnership between the Swanage Railway and South Western Railway, will see a heritage diesel service from Wareham to Swanage and Corfe Castle run between April and September. Tickets will be available through South Western for the Purbeck stations, for the first time since British Rail services to the stations were cancelled in 1972.

In another first, the Swanage Railway will be using its restored and upgraded 1950s heritage diesel trains, used by British Rail across its network from the 1950s to the 1990s, to operate the 11-mile route.

The new trial service will operate on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from April 4 to September 10, with the first of four trains departing Wareham at 11.19am and the last train leaving Swanage for Wareham at 4.20pm – giving visitors the opportunity to spend four hours in Swanage or Corfe Castle.

Gavin Johns, volunteer chairman of the Swanage Railway Trust, said: “This trial train service is the result ofworking in

partnership with the Government’s Coastal Communities Fund, the Department of Transport, the former Purbeck District Council, Dorset Council, British Petroleum, Perenco, Network Rail and South Western Railway.

“I would like to thank our valued stakeholders for their far-sighted investment of £5.5 million to re-connect Swanage and Corfe Castle with the main line at Wareham which included £1.8m from the Government’s Coastal Communities Fund so we could restore and upgrade our 1950s heritage diesel trains for running on the main line directly into Wareham station.”

Regional development manager at South Western Railway, Andrew Ardley, said:

“SWR is proud to support the Swanage Railway by giving customers the ability to buy tickets through to Corfe Castle and Swanage from any one of the 189 stations on our network.

“This is a historic moment for the Swanage Railway and we look forward to seeing the results of this highly anticipated trial.”

The trains will be operated and staffed by West Coast Railways on behalf of the Swanage Railway.

Chairman of the Purbeck Community Rail Partnership, Councillor Mike Whitwam, said: “This trial train service to Wareham marks an important opportunity to return to a fully-functioning and sustainable rail service that meets the needs of local communities, visitors and businesses.

“The trial service holds the prospect of Isle of Purbeck residents travelling anywhere possible by rail, leaving their cars at home and taking traffic off the congested A351 road,” added Mike, who is a Swanage Railway Trust trustee and Swanage Town Councillor.

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Max Gate, Thomas Hardy’s self-designed Victorian home PHOTO: National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

News from Wareham Town Council – March report

AS I was unable to attend the council meeting in March, this report is compiled from the agenda and minutes.

On March 30 Dorset Council will decide whether to give notice to the Government that it intends to charge 200% Council Tax on second homes from April 2024.

The public is urged to report acts of vandalism to the police in order to avoid bills such as £220 for repairing a door at the Quay toilets. At not inconsiderable cost, an Energy Performance Certificate must be obtained for the town hall building and pavilion. For reasons of safety it has been decided to use a company to clean and lock up the public toilets.

The planning and transport committee discussed but did not support a suggestion made

By Julie Bradshaw

by a member of the public to Dorset Council that the causeway be permanently closed to motor vehicles.

In February Dorset Council planning committee looked at two planning applications concerning Wareham. Retrospective planning permission was sought for the use of a lake for outdoor swimming and a shipping container for changing facilities near Swineham Farm. Two swimming sessions a week take place between April and September with a maximum of 25 pre-booked swimmers. There is grassed car parking for 20 cars. It was considered that although the use of the land contravened a legal agreement made in 1990 which stated that it was only for wildlife and conservation

purposes, the limited season and number of sessions, swimming away from the lake edge plus introducing bat boxes, a tern raft and woodland management would overall not harm wildlife. Another factor in the committee’s decision to grant the application was that there are few suitable sites for this healthy activity.

Wareham Riverboats had applied to replace its existing temporary storage kiosk with one three times the floor area which entailed relocating Bamford’s Water Pump. While recognising the economic benefit of the business, the committee refused the application.

The council is considering the future of ‘Tower Chimes’ and the Visit Wareham website. The council has

applied to close North Street for a street party between 2-5pm on Sunday, May 7.

Litter picking in the town has been taken on by the town council grounds team.

The mayor elect for 202324 is Cllr Carol Turner and the deputy mayor elect is Cllr Marian Cotton.

The public is welcome to attend the annual town meeting on Thursday, May 6, at 7pm in the Corn Exchange, and the next council meetings on Tuesdays, April 18 and May 30, 7pm in the council chamber. For more information, contact the town council office on 01929 553006 or consult the council’s website, www. wareham-tc.gov.uk

Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Monkey World!

This Easter is an egg-citing time to be visiting Monkey World, as kids can enjoy a FREE Easter Egg trail around the park over the bank holiday weekend. Find all the clues to lead you to a tasty chocolate treat! (While stocks last!)! Open every day over the Easter holidays, come and see our internationally-acclaimed rescue centre, home to over 250 primates – including the largest group of chimps outside Africa. Many have been neglected, kept in unnatural conditions, or experienced unbelievable cruelty. At Monkey World, they can all enjoy the company of their own kind in a safe and natural environment.

Combining fun with conservation and animal education, half-hourly keeper Q&As at the park explain all about man’s closest living relative. Visitors can see the stars of TV’s ‘Monkey Life’, then ‘monkey around’ in the south’s largest Great Ape play area for children with its huge variety of swings, slides and climbing frames. The children’s Activity Centre will also be open throughout the Easter holidays, where kids can make a present for the primates, as well as other fun activities!

Paco, right, and Thelma and Simon, below and all their friends are waiting to meet you!

Book online to save up to 10% off gate prices, and pick up your activity sheet at the entrance gate.

Enjoy Monkey World this Easter - where families matter! www.monkeyworld.org/booktickets/ 01929 462537 apes@monkeyworld.org

Scarlet busy fundraising for mission Cambodia

By Lorraine Gibson

IN the Purbeck Gazette’s recent story about Wimborne schoolgirl Scarlet Sutcliffe’s mission to clean a beach a week to raise funds for her trip to Cambodia, where she will be volunteering, she had already cleared eight of her 60-miles target.

The total’s since grown, as has her list of odd discarded items, which includes proof that, while many beach-goers are messy, they’re also dentally fastidious.

“There’s been a surprising amount of dental floss sticks,” says Scarlet, who’s planning more fundraisers.

“I’ve completed 35 miles and have 25 left to do. A friend joined us on two cleans supports me on Instagram, and some generous members of the public donated money to my GoFundMe page as a ‘thank you’ – it is very rewarding!”

Scarlet often uses social media to further her progress.

“My Instagram and Facebook accounts, Challenge_Cambodia_2024, have really helped me get the word out, but local press, such as this, is key in spreading awareness.

“We’ll be heading towards Burton Bradstock, Eype and the West Bay Area for the last leg of the journey.”

The Cambodia Expedition, in which she’ll be part of a team of young volunteers,

works with rural communities on projects that raise educational and living standards – she will also assist with wildlife and environmental conservation programmes.

As well as litter-picking, Scarlet has held other events to raise the £4,500 needed for her trip.

“So far, I’ve raised £1,000 with a skittles evening, Christmas Tree collection, school cake sales and the beach clean,” she says.

“My latest event is an Easter Scavenger Hunt around Wimborne. Every child taking part gets a small chocolate egg but there are bigger prizes on offer, thanks to local sponsors.

“I hope the community gets behind this and that lots of families attend, from pre-schoolers to grown-ups.

“The Museum of East Dorset is hosting the event in its beautiful garden and Tesco has donated large Easter eggs as prizes for Best Social Media Post and Best Team Name. Team names will be shared on the day and a museum representative and I will decide the winner!

“All entries go into the prize draws and a special prize – the Golden Ticket for the largest group entering – allows free visits to local attractions, so bring all your friends and family!

“It would be amazing to raise £150 but

Architecture event seeks new venues

THE organisers of Dorset Architectural Heritage Week, which has been running for over 30 years, are seeking new venues to take part.

The event is run by Wimborne-based charity the East Dorset Heritage Trust but is staged under the auspices of Heritage Open Days, the national event now run by the National Trust.

It is a celebration of the architecture of Dorset, both historic and contemporary.

All the events are free run by volunteers who open their buildings and give generously of their time.

A spokesperson for the event said: “In Dorset this year, we need people who own, live or

work in interesting buildings to join us in this county-wide event, and be part of a wonderful celebration of architecture.

“Your building doesn’t have to be historic – it can be brand new, 10 years old or 50 years old. It would be good if it has an interesting story or concept that would appeal to the public, but there really are no rules.

“The event runs from September 8-17 and if you are interested in participating, please get in touch as soon as possible because we will start organising it all quite soon.”

Anyone who would like to get involved can phone 01202 888992, email dahw@edht.org. uk or visit www.edht.org.uk

the sky’s the limit,” says Scarlet. “I just hope people get behind the idea and support it on the day!”

For information and to book your place, visit @challengecambodia_2024 on Facebook and Instagram, or visit https:// gofund.me/6fe6914d.

Kiosk plan for seafront

trailer would be in position between Easter and the October half-term, with an electricity supply generated from solar panels on the kiosk roof.

The plot was previously used for a boat hire concession.

For more details, and to comment on the plan, log on to www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk and search for application reference P/FUL/2023/00304.

A POP-UP shop and booking office for a sea fishing firm could be installed on Swanage seafront.

A planning application for the kiosk, a trailer, has been submitted to Dorset Council by Swanage Sea Fishing and would see the stand installed between the Old Quay and the pier entrance.

Measuring 2.5m by 4m, the

A Christmas tree collection is one of the ways Scarlet Sutcliffe has raised money

Mortons Manor Sunday Lunch

Sunday lunches are back!

We are pleased to announce that we have now completed our full hotel refurbishment. With the final work on a brand-new kitchen just finished, we are ready to reopen our doors to serve Sunday lunches once again!

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Mortons Manor Sunday Lunch

Homemade Bread and flavoured butter SOUP

Jerusalem artichoke & wild mushroom

SEARED SALMON

Gribiche potatoes, pea shoot & baby watercress salad, orange & balsamic dressing

ROSARY GOAT’S CURD

Pressed sweet potato with basil, mint & coriander, aubergine pickle

PRESSED HAM HOCK

Pommery mustard & confit shallot terrine, piccalilli, quail egg & soda bread crisps

ROAST SIRLOIN OF BEEF

Yorkshire pudding, duck fat roasted potatoes, carrot & swede, braised red cabbage, tender stem broccoli & thyme jus

BREAST OF CHICKEN

Bread sauce, duck fat roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables & chicken jus

BLACK BREAM FILLET

Soft polenta, fennel, chicory & spinach salad, toasted almond, orange & chilli dressing

PEARL BARLEY RISOTTO

Roast root vegetables, wild mushrooms & baby spinach

DARK CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE

Mint choc chip ice cream

TONKA BEAN PANNA COTTA

Pink rhubarb, hazelnut & ginger sable

ICED LEMON & LIME PARFAIT

Citrus curd, blackberries

WARM LINGONBERRY BAKEWELL TART

Buttermilk ice cream

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Driver avoids jail after the death of ‘real-life superhero’

A MAN has avoided jail after admitting causing the death of a 79-year-old woman by careless or inconsiderate driving.

Jill Crisp sadly passed away after being hit by a van in Christchurch in January last year.

The van driver, Brian Martindale, of Bournemouth, was sentenced at Poole Magistrates' Court on Monday, March 6.

The 57-year-old was made the subject of a community order, with a requirement to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work. He was also ordered to pay costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £95.

Martindale was also disqualified from driving for 12 months.

The tragic crash happened at about 11.40am on Thursday, January 13, last year in Airfield Way, and involved a Mercedes

Sprinter dropside van which had struck Mrs Crisp.

She was treated for serious injuries, but despite the best efforts of paramedics she sadly died at the scene.

Witnesses described how Mrs Crisp was crossing the road when the van, being driven by Martindale, pulled out into the road and into her path.

After the sentencing, Mrs Crisp’s family has paid tribute to a ‘real-life superhero’.

“She was kind, selfless, always putting others before her own needs/wants,” they said.

“She was integral to our family and her family was so important to her. She was such an amazing role model, our real-life superhero who held us all together.

“She is so missed, we will be forever

heartbroken.”

Sergeant Jay Griffin, of the traffic unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Jill Crisp and clearly no sentence will ever compensate for the loss they have endured.

“This case is another tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of even a momentary lapse in concentration when behind the wheel of a vehicle and I hope it serves as a reminder to motorists of the need to drive carefully and considerately at

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Jill Crisp, 79, was struck by a van

Let our care be your legacy

With more children being born and living longer with increasingly complex conditions, respite care couldn’t be more vital in the years to come.

Julia’s House has been there for local families providing this vital care for the last 20 years and will only be able to continue to be by their side for the next 20 years with the support of the local community.

When parents receive the devastating news their child has a life-limiting or life-threatening illness, their world falls apart. It is an anxious and lonely existence. Julia’s House is their lifeline.

“The demand for our services has never been greater,” comments Beth Whitworth, Family Support Services Lead Nurse. “The families have come out of the pandemic and straight into a cost of living crisis. It’s an incredibly difficult time for them.”

Julia’s House relies almost entirely on generous donations from local supporters and businesses to fund this vital care for families across Dorset and Wiltshire, receiving just eight per cent Government funding.

You have the power to change lives – and it won’t cost you a penny right now.

Pledging to leave a Gift in your Will is a wonderful way of showing local families you care and will give the charity the confidence to continue developing its life-changing care service for the most vulnerable children and families, long into the future.

A gift of just 1% from your Will can make 100% difference to overwhelmed parents going through dark times. Be remembered for bringing light back into the lives of local families.

Picture: Jon Bolton

Picture: Millie Pilkington

Picture: Jon Bolton

Swanage Seafront Projects

Swanage Town Council are currently working on three major seafront projects, which will have a significant impact on the future of the town.

Swanage Seafront Masterplan

The Council are working with Dorset Coast Forum to create a Masterplan which will provide a vision to inform the future management of the seafront from Swanage Pier to the Ocean Bay stream. During 2022, views were sought from the public about the future of the seafront and a great response was received. The results are being used to inform a draft Masterplan to be shared with the public in May.

Swanage Town Coastal Protection Scheme

The Council are working in partnership with Dorset Council and the Environment Agency to implement a coastal defence scheme from the Pier to the Mowlem to protect this area from wave overtopping. A proposal is currently being developed. Further information will be available in the next few months.

Sandpit and Weather Station Fields and Spa area Stabilisation

This section of seafront is starting to show clear signs of slippage and ground stabilisation work is necessary to ensure that the area can continue to play a key role in the town’s future. Since 2020 the Council has been undertaking regular investigation works in this area with probes inserted many metres into the ground to monitor movement and water levels. These investigations will provide information about the type of construction works that may be required. Draft proposals will be presented to the public later in the year.

All projects will include public consultation

The Council will ensure that the public have the opportunity to share their views about these projects. Information will be made available through the local press, social media, on our website and at public events.

For more information see our webpage on https://www.swanage.gov.uk/SeafrontEnhancements.aspx

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Temporary seasonal wave barriers provided by the Environment Agency Photo credit Sara Parker

March 2018 flood event

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Supper group chips in £23,000

MARTINSTOWN Circle Suppers, a community-based supper group in Dorset, is celebrating raising more than £23,000 for local charities since its inception in 2016.

Members raise money by taking turns to host and pay for enjoying meals in each other’s homes.

The first charity the group supported was Kennedy’s Disease UK, co-founded by local resident Kate Hopps to raise awareness and funds for research into the rare progressive neuromuscular disease with which her husband Frank had been diagnosed.

Since then, the group has supported five charities, all with a local connection.

It also arranges at least two fundraising events a year, such as auctions, race nights, treasure hunts and themed parties.

Local businesses and organisations have been generous in their support,

providing financial donations and prizes.

Last year, the chosen charity was Living with CAH, which offers advice and support to families with a member living with congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

The group raised £7,900 for the charity with the support of Ben and Leanne, owners of the village pub, The Brewers Arms, who have two sons with the condition.

Trudy Braithwaite, who has been on the Martinstown Circle Supper Committee since its foundation, said: “We are delighted to have raised £7,900 for Living with CAH.

“The community and local businesses showed overwhelming generosity and support, making the fundraising a huge success.

“We had a busy year of suppers involving 42 villagers and the owners of the village manor opened their beautiful

garden for us to hold a successful garden fete, which drew hundreds of guests.”

The group’s charity for 2023 is the Dorset Family Counselling Trust and 24 suppers are planned, along with a clothes swap, an auction and an ABBA evening to raise funds.

Cathie Seigal, Martinstown Circle Suppers founder and

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Swans shaded out by last gasp penalty

By Ron Butler

Swanage & Wareham 18 Yeovil 20

SWANS welcomed Yeovil to Bestwall in their latest Southern Counties fixture.

Swans started attacking the Yeovil line but Yeovil’s full back kicked well to put Swans on the back foot.

However, a couple of penalties took Swans into the visitor’s 22 and a further penalty after ten minutes saw Swans full back Steve Woolley convert for their first score.

The game was full of penalties to both sides, and one to Yeovil took them to Swans’ five metres line and from the line-out Yeovil scored a try in

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the corner after 28 minutes to take the score to 3-5.

Swans dominated the three-quarters play and had several good moves but the Yeovil defence was secure until a minute before the break.

Scrum-half Ollie Peters broke clear in the visitor’s 22 and went through to score a try close to the posts. Steve Woolley converted leaving the half-time score Swans 10 Yeovil 5.

Right at the start of the second half, Yeovil gave away a penalty in front of the posts which Woolley put over giving Swans 13 points.

A few penalties to the visitors took them to Swans’ five metres line and from a scrum Yeovil pushed Swans backwards and scored their second try in the corner to take the score to 13-10 after 50 minutes.

Swans soon replied after a scrum on the Yeovil 22 when wing forward Conor Moag broke and dodging the defence went in for a try half way out.

The conversion shaved the post but Swans were 18-10 up after 55 minutes.

Play continued with both sides giving away penalties and scrums until after 68 minutes Yeovil powered through the Swans’ defence to score a try

under the posts. This was converted to take the score to 18-17.

In the last ten minutes Swans tried their best but a penalty to Yeovil five minutes from time gave the visitors the lead again at 18-20.

Swans attacked again but Yeovil held firm leaving Swans with just a bonus point.

Swans: S Woolley, O Dillon, EDimescio, M Roberts, S Bowen, W Slack, O Peters, S Kitkat, C Foskett, CPeters, K Salina, M Seaton, J Blackmoore, C Moag, E Bainy, N McMath, J Ginders, R Ferguson.

Other score: Lytchett Minster 1st XV 33 Swans 2nd XV 24.

Comfortable home win for Swanage

By Ron Butler Swanage & Wareham 28 Combe Down 15

SWANAGE & WAREHAM

welcomed Combe Down to Bestwall for a Southern Counties league fixture.

Swans started as they had in the previous three games giving away a penalty in the first minute. However, this one came to nothing, but two minutes later they gave away another penalty on their own 22, and Combe Down scored a converted try to give the visitors a 7pts lead.

After 10 minutes, the Combe Down hooker was yellow carded for a high tackle giving Swans their first penalty.

Two minutes later the visitors had another penalty which was

converted giving Combe Down a 10pts lead.

The game was quite competitive for the next ten minutes but a couple of penalties to Swans took the hosts into the 22 and from a scrum Swans prop forward Zach Wyburgh powered over the try line to make the score 5–10 after 22 minutes.

Swans three-quarters were dominating the play, and the pack were starting to outplay the Combe Down forwards.

The penalties count seemed to favour Swans and two minutes from the interval one was converted by Swans winger Sam Bowen.

At half-time Swans were down 8-10.

A couple of penalties to each side started the second half but from a knock-on Swans put pressure on the Combe Down pack and Swans went clear down the blind side to winger Sam Bowen who scored out wide to make it 13-10.

From the restart Swans put the ball back inside the visitor’s 22, and from a scrum, wing forward Jonny Blackmoore powered his way over the line after 52 minutes to put Swans 18-10 ahead.

After 60 minutes a Swans move along the three-quarters went out to winger Sam Bowen who crossed the line and ran round to score under the posts. He converted himself to take the score to 25-10.

Ten minutes later Combe Down from a penalty moved into the Swans 22 and from a scrum scored in the corner to make their score 15pts.

Four minutes from the end, a penalty inside the visitor’s 22 saw Sam Bowen put it over to take the final score to Swans 28 Combe Down 15.

Swans: O Dillon, O Peters, E Dimescio, D Elford, S Bowen, W Slack, C Tomes, Z Wyburgh, C Foskett, C Peters, K Salina, M Seaton, J Blackmoore, M Roberts, J Casey, S Kitkat, E Bainy, M Spencer.

n SWANS could not raise a second XV so it was a walk over to East Dorset Dockers.

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Challenges to suit in ‘Ultra’ event

THOUSANDS of runners are expected to take part in the Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge being held in Purbeck this spring.

The 100km challenge starts at Corfe Castle and heads through Swanage but the organiser, Action Challenge UK, is offering shorter 10km and 25km events to encourage entrants of all ages to walk, jog or run.

The event, held over the weekend of Saturday and Sunday, May 13 and 14, is expected to attract 3,000 entrants and raise thousands of pounds for good causes.

It begins at Corfe Castle with a 25km ‘quarter’ challenge to Ulwell, through Swanage to Peveril Point, then out along the Dancing Ledge coastline to Worth Matravers before heading to Church

Knowle and a finish point back at Corfe.

A second stage for those who want to push themselves further takes runners down to Lulworth Cove, then along the Jurassic Coast path before finishing in Weymouth.

The 100km run continues along Chesil Beach, on past the cliffs at West Bay and finishes in Bridport, where a 10km run will be staged for families.

Watch out! There’s a thief about!

IN this unpleasant and indiscriminate winter weather, I’m always reluctant to go out at night, but there are a number of people for whom darkness is a welcome shroud for their furtive nocturnal business. I refer, of course, to the unprincipled people to whom other people’s possessions are there to be appropriated, and tools for sale on ebay and similar, rather than used by their legitimate owners to go about their business.

A sad little post on our domestic WhatsApp group, reads: “Our property was robbed last night and over £2,000 worth of tools were stolen. We have CCTV footage of two males, and police have been informed. This occurred between 11.45–11.55pm Monday night ... if you are the scum who did this we are giving you 24 hours to return the stolen goods to our property ... If we do not hear from you we will be sharing your faces for everyone to see.”

These tools belong to a small builder and are in daily use. Without them he’s unable to work. So just why does the thief think he has the right to take them and presumably sell them? I doubt whether he’s starting up a building business of his own! No, it’s simply that these people seem to have no respect for anyone else.

This pernicious attitude is becoming ever-present in our society and is unlikely to improve, at least until police numbers increase and magistrates are allowed to hand down proper sentences – after all, would a six-month suspended sentence prevent you from nicking £2,000-worth of tools if you needed the money to feed a habit?

It’s just the same as thefts of, or from, cars and vans –self, self, self – disrespect of anything except a good hiding, which the owners are unlikely to administer and the police are

By David Hollister

forbidden from so doing.

Strike back at the villain and the courts will come down on you like a ton of bricks, leave you with a criminal record and probably a heavy fine. Sorry, but again I have to suggest that our police ‘force’ is toothless unless you have failed to tax your car or made alleged ‘racist’ remarks. And this isn’t a poke at the officers themselves – the phrase ‘lions led by donkeys’ comes to mind.

You want a proper police force? Then be prepared to pay for it through your taxes. And on the subject of police finances, I’m still advised that the cost of the new police HQ at Winfrith is ‘subject to an ongoing process which is commercially sensitive. Therefore we are not in a position to reveal indicative costs at this stage’.

Come on, Mr Sidwick. Here’s a challenge. Next edition, give us chapter and verse of the costs you’re involving us in. Or at least confirm the old building will be re-purposed to house homeless people or – dare I say –stateless immigrants.

Ireceived a reply from Swanage’s town clerk on the subject of the council’s refusal to allow the temporary ‘inflatable theme park’ on Sandpit field: “Applications for events on town council land are reviewed by the council’s events working party, comprised of three councillors, together with the visitor services manager. Requests are considered impartially, taking into account health and safety measures, an event management plan, risk assessments and public liability insurance.

“Where the event has taken place previously, the experience of that event in previous years is also taken into account. Any feedback received, from the public or

businesses, is also weighed alongside this.

The determination of event requests from commercial operators for 2023 was informed to some extent by feedback concerning the May Market last year, following which concerns were raised by local businesses about drawing trade out of the town.

“Where permission for an event is refused, the reasons for this are communicated clearly and concisely to the applicant.”

This must have been done, but disappointingly the applicant hasn’t got back to me, leading me to believe that he now accepts the decision. But what is clear from the council’s reply is that the refusal was not made as a result of commercial pressure from individual council tenants or concession holders.

SWANAGE Council has been asked to relax some of the street parking regulations between Purbeck House Hotel and the URC. But it’s not its job – it’s ‘county’ which controls all on-street parking.

Understandably, residents of that area would prefer to park outside their own homes and – why not? County makes enough money from street parking as it is! So let’s have a bit of common sense here, please.

Did you know that if you owned or leased a diesel vehicle between 2009 and 2020 you could be entitled to thousands of

pounds?

‘My Diesel Claim’ is already filing claims for more than 1.2 million drivers who believe they were affected by the diesel emissions ‘scandal’. Sorry, but this isn’t a strike on behalf of the environment, it’s an encouragement to participate in the epidemic of greed that is manifesting itself so often – see my first paragraph! If I see one of these ‘ambulance chasing’ ads on Facebook, I consign it to ‘junk’. Nothing but contempt for this side of the legal profession and total ‘contempt of court’.

Malcolm Green from James Smith Funeral Directors has been in touch.

“To our surprise and great delight the council have agreed to replace BOTH of the cremators at Poole and will install the most energy efficient and environmentally friendly option, despite it being the most expensive up front. This means that in 18 months’ time Poole will be the most environmentally friendly crematorium in Dorset, as all of the rest are gas powered.”

Malcolm goes on to say: “Thank you all so much for your support with this, which has been of great help in bringing pressure to bear on the council and bringing to the notice of the public. I think the council were a bit surprised by the groundswell of public support for reinstating the cremators, despite the cost.”

Just goes to show that in some cases, public opinion

Giovanna Lewis – speaking for us all

NO serious scientist denies the climate crisis. According to a 2021 review, more than 99.9% of scientific studies conclude climate change is caused mainly by human activity. In 2017, 15,000 scientists from 184 countries released a letter warning of the escalating dangers of climate change. Oil companies like Exxon Mobil have known for years that climate change was real and predominantly caused by burning fossil fuels.

Glaciers are shrinking. Europe saw the hottest summer on record in 2022. Extreme weather events are now common.

The UNCHR, the United Nations Refugee Agency, reports that 21.5 million people have been displaced by extreme weather-related events since 2008. The International Institute for Economics and Peace predicts there could be 1.2 billion climate refugees by 2050.

Small wonder, then, that worldwide there is growing

DEAR David Hollister, I have just finished reading your article (‘You don’t have to like Clarkson. Or Piers Morgan. Or me. Just turn the page or switch channels’, February 20).

I’m very glad I continued reading despite being discouraged in the beginning, as I now have a good understanding of where you stand on many important issues.

I’m aware that this article is full of your own opinions, and I too stand by the rights of freedom of speech and freedom of the press. However, I am writing this reply to challenge your narrative and explain the consequences of spreading such propaganda to our local community.

When you speak in the beginning about gender, you are referring to human nature. I’d like to inform you that transgender people have existed throughout history, and our concept of two binary genders with strict ideas of what makes a ‘man’ or ‘woman’, is a relatively new western social construction.

Gender is different from biological sex, and I encourage you to google social constructivism and educate yourself further.

concern about our planet’s future. In September 2019, more than 4 million people worldwide took part in climate strikes inspired by Greta Thunberg. Given the slow or empty responses of governments to the crisis, activists have increasingly taken direct action to highlight the danger our world is in.

Among them is grandmother Giovanna Lewis, a well-regarded and dedicated Labour Portland town councillor.

Giovanna, along with Amy Pritchard from Walthamstow, and Paul Sheeky from Cheshire, blocked a highway in Bishopgate, London, in 2021. They are members of ‘Insulate Britain’ – and like eight in 10 Britons according to Ipsos polling in 2022 – they are ‘very concerned’ about climate change.

They were charged with ‘causing a public nuisance’, a

Intersex people also exist –individuals born with a unique combination of male and female anatomy. Our genitalia does not determine our gender. They are completely separate aspects of the human identity.

We are complex creatures. Nature is much more fluid than you would probably like it to be, and it doesn’t operate in binary terms like you suggest.

Once again, a simple google search will show you that many species in the animal kingdom change their sex throughout their lives for both scientific and unknown reasons (sequential hermaphroditism as seen in clownfish for example).

You speak of the ‘level of importance given to controversial issues’ which is referring to social justice movements, I assume.

I would like to point out that it’s seemingly only a controversial issue to those like yourself who struggle to adjust to evolving social norms and language.

Change is difficult for a lot of us, but that’s something for you to confront in yourself.

Your choice to use the phrase ‘if you are easily offended I suggest you skip this column’ is

common law offence. Appearing before Judge Reid in the Inner London Crown Court, they were forbidden to tell the jury the reasons for their actions – they were told they could not talk about the climate crisis, fuel poverty or insulation.

Giovanna and Amy could not remain silent. Giovanna said: “Every year, thousands of UK citizens die of fuel poverty and thousands die in the world of climate change. In the future this will be millions.” Amy said: “The climate crisis and fuel poverty are killing people now. I will not be prevented from saying this to a jury.”

The judge asked the jury to leave as soon as Giovanna and Amy started explaining their reasons for taking action. The public gallery was cleared. Giovanna and Amy were told they would be charged with

peculiar as well, because it appears those who are easily offended by discussions around gender are older, straight, white men.

Interesting, isn’t it? You’ve held all the power and control for a long time, I can understand feeling threatened by a changing society you don’t understand.

You are so sorely misguided and uneducated on the matter though, and I encourage you to keep that to yourself so that society can progress without bigotry. You clearly don’t want society to move forward – your whole article is basically a tantrum whining about a changing world. But the rest of us see the promise in progressive ideas and evolution.

I suggest you just sit down and get out of our way.

Seeing as the human rights of women and LGBTQ+ people are being actively debated, threatened, and controlled across the world by the opinions and desires of men – I would argue that it is a logical instinct to challenge these oppressive strategies if you belong to a group of people that is being purposely targeted.

contempt of court.

The jury failed to reach a majority verdict, and was dismissed. However, the Crown Prosecution Service has said it will seek a retrial.

On Friday, March 3, Giovanna and Amy were sentenced by Judge Reid to seven weeks imprisonment for contempt of court.

Asked if she wanted to say anything before sentencing, Giovanna told the judge she had to speak ‘from the heart’ – she could not do otherwise. Amy said her responsibility lay not with the court, but with future generations – the ‘world was staring total eco-collapse in the face’.

The judge said Giovanna and Amy were setting themselves ‘above the law’. I would say they were speaking for all of us, and for our children and grandchildren.

CHRIS BRADEY Chair, Swanage & Rural Purbeck Labour Party

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How individuals identify in terms of their gender is none of anyone else business – it’s largely a private matter that does not impact on anybody else’s life.

The constant headlines about issues concerning gender identity are mainly because people like yourselves put up so much opposition and outrage towards something that doesn’t even concern you. If you identify as a straight man – great – mind your own business and go about your day. There is really no need to have a tantrum in the local newspaper.

Finally, your reference to Hitler in the article is very interesting and quite apt to what I’m speaking about. I’m sure you know that Hitler’s propaganda began in a seemingly innocuous manner and transformed to become a genocidal rhetoric that attempted to wipe out entire groups of people that were simply different from himself. You see, that’s why we have to learn from history, correct our mistakes, and strive to never act in a way that would allow such an atrocity to occur again. I wonder which side of history you’d like to be on?

Chris Bradey

More should get free school meals

TEN years ago, Liberal Democrats in Government announced the introduction of Universal Infant Free School Meals, saving parents of children in the first three years of school about £400 a year.

I was proud to feature in a Channel 4 mini documentary about the policy which was filmed at a school in Canford Heath. I enjoyed a turkey dinner with children on bright blue and yellow plastic plates and met staff providing the food and supporting the children’s social lunch.

The policy worked because it was planned and funded, including cash for schools to refit non-working kitchens and the budget to fund a two-course cooked meal. Over the years, school budgets have not kept up with inflation and schools are in the dreadful position of taking money from their base budget or reducing portion sizes to make

ends meet. Last month, the Mayor of London announced that he would be providing free meals for all primary school children in the city – for just one year. On the surface this sounds great – who would not want to see children fed for free – especially as someone who has long supported the scheme for infants?

But as usual this approach is far too simplistic. Funding the food is only part of the cost – I have not seen any money promised to extend kitchens, there is already a staffing crisis in schools and one-year contracts are notoriously difficult to fulfil. Many schools will need to buy in services from external contractors, but this market is shrinking, and some contractors have faced criticism for poor nutritious value.

Also, why stop at primary school? Older children cost far more to feed. As a mum of four young people aged 15 to 21, I confirm that teenagers can empty your cupboards within 24 hours of a food shop – so surely the impact on struggling families would be greater by helping them? And if we cannot support all children, surely, we should be targeting the money where the need is the greatest.

Free School Meals are currently available to families on the very lowest incomes. Most families who receive Universal Credit do not qualify, so extending it to everyone receiving such benefits – and auto enrolling them so families do not feel any stigma – would benefit an extra 800,000 children living in poverty. Children guaranteed a

decent meal every day, regardless of which school phase they are in. Child poverty and hunger can have wide-ranging negative effects on children. There is growing evidence that free school meals can support improved diets and reduce obesity levels, lead to higher attendance levels and enhanced concentration.

Liberal Democrats in Government introduced free school meals for infants because we believe that children should have the best possible start in life. I still believe that was right and it should continue now we have the facilities in place, but we should extend the offer to all the vulnerable children in society and avoid harrowing stories of parents going without a meal so their children can eat.

Nitty-gritty of how Westminster works

ONE of the things I most enjoy about being an MP is meeting school students – they always have great questions about the role of an MP.

Some questions come up frequently, often including asking about the rules for MPs in the chamber of the House of Commons, and why MPs aren’t in the chamber all the time listening to debates.

I am also asked about the balance of my role between being a local MP and being a Government Minster. Secondary school students are far more likely to have seen my name in the news from my work as Solicitor General, so they sometimes presume that my constituency work has ended –which is far from the case!

Whenever I am asked why the chamber of the House of Commons is not always packed, I explain that a great deal of Government work is going on in other parts of the Palace of Westminster.

There are debates in

Westminster Hall; all party parliamentary groups; bill committees; and select committees, to name but a few. I recently appeared before the Justice Select Committee, to answer questions about the work of the Attorney General’s Office. Select committees hold the Government to account and are an important part of the scrutiny of our work. MPs from several parties asked the Attorney General and me a wide range of questions including on sentencing guidelines, the funding of the Serious Fraud Office and the work of the Crown Prosecution Service. People also often presume that the only way MPs can ask questions of Government Ministers is by standing up on the floor of the House – Oral Parliamentary Questions. In fact, there are numerous other ways.

Written parliamentary questions are a very effective way of getting

specific and detailed answers to questions. As Solicitor General I answer oral questions from MPs in the Chamber every five to six weeks, but I answer written questions almost every week, and sometimes several times a week. Contributions to debates, oral and written questions, and select committee questions are all published on the parliamentary website, to ensure transparency and openness for everyone.

I have been out and about in the constituency as usual, and working to resolve issues for people as they arise. Several residents had contacted me recently about a local accident blackspot, and I am pleased that following my intervention, Google’s online map has been updated, and Dorset Council will be refreshing the road markings. I have also been updating residents across the constituency about Government grants for insulation,

and energy support for those who do not have mains gas – you can find out more about both of these on my website.

Organisations and charities often get in touch with helpful information, and each month I will be sharing these through my ‘Community Notices’. Please email me if you have anything you would like to be included –you can find last month’s at www. michaeltomlinson.org.uk/news

I continue to hold regular surgeries in the constituency so please get in touch if there is something you need help with, or if you’d like me to visit your organisation or business. Email me at michael.tomlinson.mp@ parliament.uk or contact my office on 01202 624216. You can also follow what I’ve been doing on Twitter @Michael4mdnp, Facebook www.facebook.com/ michael4MDNP and on my website www.michaeltomlinson. org.uk

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Anne’s in the business of chat

By Andrew Diprose www.dorsetbiznews.co.uk

LONELINESS. It can affect people at any age but older people are especially vulnerable to social isolation.

Anne Anderson was determined to do something about it. A year ago she started a chat club in a cafe. One person attended. And then word spread.

Twelve months later, Anne’s inspiration – Chat Café Local – has seen 1,050 lonely people who would never have left their homes join a chat club. There are now 14 chat clubs in nine towns across Dorset, while more than 4,150 people have taken part.

At a party to mark the first anniversary, hosted by Barchester Healthcare’s Kings Park Care Home in Ferndown, Dorset High Sheriff Sybil Fine King heaped praise on Anne and her volunteer helpers.

She said: “You make a huge

you do it without expectation of reward. That’s the epitome of selflessness and simply wonderful, so thank you all for what you do.”

Anne, who has now left Chat Café Local to launch a new venture, The Chitter Chatter Club based around care homes, said: “It’s not just been me. I’ve had the idea and tried my hardest to do things, but I’ve

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Anne Anderson (right), founder of Chat Café Local and now The Chitter Chatter Club, with Michelle Venn, home services advisor, Barchester Healthcare’s Parley Place Care Home

that have hosted the chat clubs. Everyone has played a part whether they’ve hosted a table, given leaflets out, taken people to the doctors, library or home after a chat club.

“We’ve built little communities across Dorset which people love but have also had some lovely nature days out with Sybil [High Sheriff] investing money through her Nature Heals Seed Fund.

“People are coming and approaching me and saying, ‘I would love a chat club in my town’. I’ve found them a cafe and they’re just running it on their own independently.

Anne’s new venture – The Chitter Chatter Club – is looking for business sponsorship as well as practical help and support, including IT assistance.

She said: “Loneliness is everywhere. I’ve got a brilliant relationship with Barchester and thought why not have chat clubs in care homes? I don’t see why people in a care home shouldn’t have the opportunity to make friends.

“People from the community aren’t going into care homes but I would love everyone to visit the residents and have a nice chat. It will build up their health and wellbeing. We’ll keep a few chat clubs in the community, in the cafes, but concentrate on the

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Kate Taylor has developed a line of silicone Bra Balancers, designed to be worn in a bra on a woman’s smaller side

Innovator Kate hopes to inspire

By Andrew Diprose www.dorsetbiznews.co.uk

A WIMBORNE entrepreneur who won a prestigious Women in Innovation award from Innovate UK has had a purple plaque unveiled in her honour at her former school.

Kate Taylor, founder of Evenly, said she hoped the recognition would inspire more female entrepreneurs and innovators.

Kate, 38, established her business to tackle the lack of non-surgical solutions for the widespread and under-addressed issue of breast asymmetry.

She is helping women whose breasts sizes may differ severely due to cancer surgeries or congenital conditions such as Poland Syndrome.

The silicone mimics the weight of the missing natural breast tissue, meaning the bra can hold and distribute the weight of the wearer’s breasts more evenly.

She has also invented a pioneering patent-pending new bra design which she hopes to bring to market next year.

The purple plaque marking her achievements was unveiled at Wycombe High School in Buckinghamshire.

It is Innovate UK’s twist on the blue plaques seen in the UK.

The purple plaques are being displayed at schools across the country.

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The award holders, including Kate, also received a cash injection of £50,000 and bespoke mentoring to scale up their businesses and bring their pioneering ideas to market.

Kate, who won her Women In Innovation award in 2021, attended Wycombe High School from 1996 to 2002.

She said: “I have extremely fond memories of my time at Wycombe High School and always felt supported and encouraged to do my best.

“It is a huge honour to win the Women in Innovation award and also to have the plaque installed at the school, which I hope will inspire many more female entrepreneurs and innovators to come.”

Wycombe High headteacher Nicola Renyard said: “We are really proud of all the many former Wycombe High students who have gone on to achieve so many great things after leaving school.

“Kate is clearly one of them. We are so delighted that she chose Wycombe High School as the permanent home for her special purple plaque.

“It will now be a permanent symbol and a reminder of the many accomplishments of our alumnae as well as an inspiration to existing students.”

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Breeds ‘suffering’ for looks: RSPCA

‘CELEBRITY culture’ has driven demand for dog breeds who suffer for their looks, according to The Kennel Club.

As Crufts 2023 comes to an end, the RSPCA has called on dog-lovers to sign an open letter to the organisers in a bid to end flat-faced dogs who are bred for a certain look - which could be harmful to their health.

The charity has urged organisers to ensure 2023 was the last time dogs who can suffer - French bulldogs, pugs and British bulldogs among them - are paraded in front of judges. Concerns this year included the British bulldog Best of Breed winner failing a vet check, while the French bulldog Best of Breed winner who went through to the Utility Group final had pinched nostrils, the charity said.

The Kennel Club, which organises Crufts, says it works to educate dog breeders and owners about the issue and a

ban on the breeds at shows would be counterproductive, leading to ‘underground’ dealing.

The RSPCA launched its Save Our Breath campaign this month to highlight concerns flat-faced brachycephalic breeds can suffer from breathing issues, with many not able to live normal lives due to the way they’ve been selectively bred.

The animal charity’s dog welfare expert, Dr Samantha Gaines, said: “This year, the RSPCA closely watched the world’s biggest dog show, and just like in previous years, we were left feeling hugely frustrated again. Year after year, judges choose breed and group winners based on how closely they match the ‘breed standard’ - even dogs who have visibly exaggerated features that are associated with serious health issues.”

Bill Lambert, spokesperson for Crufts and The Kennel Club,

said: “Far from creating demand for a ‘must have’ pet, Crufts actually educates people about important issues around dog ownership and health, which is why a ban from this important education platform would be completely counterproductive.

“The reality is that media and celebrity culture sadly drives demand for a particularly exaggerated look, which can lead to health issues – by contrast less than one per cent of all dogs take part in dog shows, which assess dogs against moderate guidelines that, alongside show vet checks, explicitly call for the avoidance of unhealthy extremes.

“To try and improve the health of future generations, The Kennel Club has been the only organisation to harness the power of health testing and to develop with Cambridge University, the Respiratory Function Grading scheme –something we offer for free to

those at Crufts, and which assesses the future likelihood of a dog developing the respiratory disease known as BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome), which affects some of these dogs.

“Crufts plays an important part in urging people to ‘stop and think’ before buying a brachycephalic dog and ensuring that they are armed with the information that they need to make a responsible decision. A ban from Crufts, which is a forum for promoting improved health and moderation, could very well be a precursor to calls to ban them in the UK – a move that we think will do nothing to dent their popularity and lead to a surge of brachycephalic breeds, pure or crossbreed, being bred underground, away from any influence.”

For more information, visit www.rspca.org.uk/getinvolved/ campaign/saveourbreath.

The elegance of the Edwardians

By Amy Brenan, Director of Heirlooms Jewellers, 21 South Street, Wareham

THE Edwardian era, also known as ‘La Belle Epoque’ – literally translated to ‘The Good Times’ - lasted from 1901-14, and was the last era to be named after a reigning monarch, Edward VII. He was known as a playboy and lover of fine things, including jewellery.

Cartier, renowned design house for the wealthy, became the official jeweller to King Edward and the focus was on delicate and pretty hand-made pieces.

You will find many designs featuring ribbons and bows, as well as millegrain, a fine-beaded edging.

Platinum grew in popularity at this time, which suited the type of jewellery design.

Pearls were considered to be a symbol of status as they cost more than diamonds, and you

will see many pieces that incorporate both gemstones, especially in a tiara, the must-wear item at the numerous parties held by King Edward!

For the masses, there was a wider availability of gemstones in this period and the dawn of machine-made settings allowed jewellery to be more affordable and therefore accessible.

9ct yellow gold was a more economical choice and stones such as peridot, garnet and spinel were similarly coloured but cheaper alternatives to emeralds, rubies and sapphires.

Long necklaces that highlighted a more revealing neckline were very popular, as were ornate rings featuring as many diamonds as possible.

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Digital cold turkey could be a boon

By Alice Johnsen

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a journalist you can take seriously, wrote recently about the week she took mobile phones away from her two older children. I know – brave. Interestingly, the children enjoyed it as much as the parents.

They had access to their friends through an old-style mobile, so all was not completely lost but aspects of life that came back to them included what used to be considered simple pleasures. Watching a film together – the

same film on the same screen at the same time. Talking round the table long after supper had finished. Playing with siblings too young for phones. Getting homework done quickly without distractions. Sleeping well.

Her 14-year-old daughter felt much more productive and realised how time-wasting touch screen devices had become, while her son, 12, concluded the week-long experiment was much easier than he had expected and, crucially, he felt less stressed without social media.

And there it is. The nugget we all need to pay attention to. Out of the mouths of not-quite babes is a clearly flagged up admission. We can and must all take steps away from our phones.

To aim to live without such technical tools in our lives now would be, for most of us, foolhardy. So, let’s keep it realistic. If this article showed me anything, it was the value of being more aware of our own

Conventional and herbal medicine

By Fiona Chapman

MUCH against my herbalist and naturopath training and instinct, I am just coming to the end of a very strong course of antibiotics.

An ear infection which turned into cellulitis – neither of which should be messed with! Silly me.

I have, however, always said that conventional and herbal medicine should work alongside each other. There is a

need for both and while I may have got away without taking the antibiotics, I would look stupid if I lost my hearing and got scepsis!

So, I need to finish the course and then treat myself to counter the damage the antibiotics have done to the whole of my system, not just to the nasty bacteria hanging around my ear!

When relatively healthy, the bacteria in our gut are friendly

and will help to digest food and keep our gut environment strong – sadly, antibiotics are not selective and will kill most of these good bacteria. They also take quite a toll on our liver as it must process all the toxins being released by the infection, dying bacteria and the pills themselves. All this activity in the gut and liver can also affect the brain and mood as they are so closely linked.

I will need to repopulate my gut with good pre and probiotics. I can obviously supplement with both, but the best way to do it is through food and herbs.

I don’t really eat dairy products so for me yogurt is out. The best thing to go for is fermented food like sauerkraut, kimchi, water kefir juice – a delicious one made locally by Bone & Broth – kombucha and green olives, all of which are

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use as well as of those habits being cultivated by our secondary school angels. Do we have clear enough, maintainable boundaries for our own phone use that will set sensible and practical examples. I have always had a loathing – and in this house, ban – of phones at the table. There used to be a rule here of no screens upstairs, but I’ll be honest, that needs reinforcing. It’s so easy for sneaky habits to, well, sneak in, hiding in plain sight.

But what about Ms Tominey’s good suggestion of never having phones to hand

quite easy to get hold of.

Herb-wise, I will take some Ulmus fulva or slippery elm, which not only soothes the digestive mucosa, but is a prebiotic and the fibres are fermented by the friendly bacteria to produce fatty acids which are healthy for the gut wall.

I will give my liver a little helping hand and take some Taraxacum officinale radix or dandelion root, Cynara

when watching a film. Double screening and never following a plot properly – sounding familiar?

One I want to add to the suggestion pile – walking around outside without your phone. In black and white that looks a bit dotty but ask yourself, when was the last time you left your home to go for a walk without your phone? It could be a small change worth making.

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Chippy batters opposition at awards!

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HARLEES Fish & Chips well and truly battered the opposition to win a national award.

The business, which has eight locations including five in Dorset, was named Best Multiple Operator at the National Fish and Chip Awards 2023.

It was chosen after an extensive judging process completed by an anonymous panel of industry experts.

A spokesperson said: “We are so proud and excited to have won Best Multiple Operator.

“Well done to every member of our Harlees team and thank you to all our customers for their continued support.”

Founded in 1997, Harlees is run by Richard and Lynda Long and daughter Kaylee

Herbert. Richard is the third generation, and Kaylee the fourth, to go into the industry.

They currently employ 95 staff, a mixture of full and part-time employees, with Dorset sites in Corfe Mullen, Poole Quay, two outlets in Swanage and Verwood. Speaking before the awards, Kaylee said: “We are delighted to have made the top three.

“Our teams have worked really hard during uncertain times over the past two years and deserve this recognition.

“As a company in 2022 we have opened a new shop, started our journey towards carbon zero and have a number of exciting projects in the pipeline for the year ahead.”

For more on Harlees, log on to www.harlees.co.uk.

Vineyard tours start again

A RENOWNED Dorset vineyard has reopened to visitors.

The Langham Wine Estate and Vineyard Cafe is welcoming spring guests after opening its doors on March 1 for the new season.

The estate, at Crawthorne near Dorchester, offers a range of attractions, including guided and self-guided tours of the vineyards and food at Hall’s Kitchen, which is being provided by a new team this year.

A spokesperson said: “On Langham’s guided tours, you’ll learn how we make worldclass, traditional method sparkling wines from Dorset’s chalk soils.

“In the vineyards, see what it takes to grow the best quality fruit, then head to the winery to learn about head winemaker Tommy and his team’s minimal intervention approach to winemaking.”

For more details, and to book a tour, log on to www. langhamwine.co.uk.

Tours are running again at the Langham Wine Estate

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Jurassic Coast Farm Shop Classic Beef Wellington

INGREDIENTS

800g of Dry aged Aberdeen Angus Beef fillet

Salt

Pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp thyme leaves, chopped

2 tbsp Dijon mustard

80g Butter

4 shallots finely chopped

500g button mushrooms, finely chopped

100ml Madeira

140ml of milk

2 eggs

150g plain flour

Oil

BEEF FILLET

Season the beef fillet thoroughly with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan on a medium heat and, once the pan is nice and hot, add the beef, sprinkling over the chopped thyme. Sear the fillet, turning it every 1-2 minutes to ensure that all sides are coloured.

Remove the beef once the outside has browned but the centre is still rare, if you prefer your meat more well done then simply continue cooking for longer. Coat with the Dijon mustard and leave to rest in the fridge.

MUSHROOM DUXELLE

Melt the butter in the same pan, then add the chopped shallots and cook until soft and translucent, add the mushrooms and sauté until golden brown. Tip in the Madeira and reduce, season well. Remove from the pan and leave to one side.

PANCAKES

Make a smooth batter by whisking the milk, eggs and flour together. Heat a small amount of oil in a frying pan. When it is hot, add the right amount of batter to make a very thin layer in the bottom of the pan. Cook until golden on the underside, then flip the

pancake over and cook the other side. Repeat this process until all the batter has been used and set the cooked pancakes to one side.

PASTRY

400g puff pastry or rough puff pastry

Roll the pastry out to a rectangle about the thickness of a pound coin ( 5mm) and large enough to cover the fillet.

Unwrap the fillet then place on top of the pastry, then carefully wrap the fillet in the pastry sealing the edges with beaten egg, make sure you do not make the join and edges too thick.

Lay the fillet on a tray joint side down, then carefully very lightly score the pastry with a knife making a decorative pattern then finely brushing with beaten egg.

COOKING

Pre heat oven and baking tray to 180.c gas 4. Then carefully place your Wellington on the pre heated baking tray and place in the oven and cook for 30-35 minutes making sure that the pastry is golden brown.

Allow to rest for 15 mins before carving.

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Drivers and cyclists: Aggression on the roads

AGGRESSION from both motorists and cyclists is potentially putting lives on Britain’s roads at risk, according to research conducted by UK’s road safety charity IAM RoadSmart.

The charity’s annual Driving Safety Culture Report, which surveyed 2,010 UK motorists on driving safety attitudes and behaviour, discovered that almost two-thirds (65%) of respondents believe that

aggressive cyclists are a threat to their personal safety, while 78% considered people driving a motor vehicle aggressively as a threat to personal safety.

The survey also revealed that the problem is seen to be worsening on both sides of the rivalry, with six-in-ten (60%) of those surveyed believing that aggressive cyclists are a bigger problem compared to three years ago, and 63% believing that aggressive motorists have

become more of an issue over the same time.

The issue of aggressive driving is also reflected in the Department for Transport’s (DfT) latest road collision statistics, which revealed that, of the 1,339 people killed on Britain’s roads in 2021, 108 involved aggressive driving as a contributory factor – equating to one in 12 of all deaths on the road.

Demonstrating the conflict between motorists and cyclists, IAM RoadSmart’s Driving Safety Culture Report found limited support for a new law that would assume the driver is always responsible for any collision with a cyclist or pedestrian in an urban area, with

61% against, and only 39% in favour.

Neil Greig, director of policy and research at IAM RoadSmart, said: “The government has introduced a range of laws in recent years in an effort to fix the daily conflicts we see between motorists and cyclists.

“However, if our research is anything to go by, this has largely been to no avail – with the majority of respondents still reporting aggression and conflict among road users.

“There is no quick-fix to this issue, but our research sheds light on the urgent need for the government to maintain its education campaigns on the new Highway Code, and continue to invest in safe road markings for more vulnerable road users to minimise the chance of conflict wherever possible.

“In the meantime, all road users, whether on two or four wheels, should exercise calmness and restraint to help us all use Britain’s roads safely.”

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Redecorating is the most popular home improvement and adding a lick of paint can be done at a relatively low cost. Neutral colours are most appealing to house buyers and can go a long way to giving your home a new lease of life, so do not be afraid to pick up the paintbrush.

2. FIX SUPERFICIAL DEFECTS

While unlikely to be the clinching factor in a house sale, small problems and defects can create an impression of a house being run down or not well cared for. Bigger issues (like damp) should not be covered up as they will show on a survey and come back to haunt you later on.

Things to look out for include:

• Peeling Paint

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• Dripping Taps

• Squeaky Floors, Doors Or Stairs

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3. THE FRONT DOOR

First impressions count and the front door of your home can say a lot about the rest of the house to first-time viewers. If you cannot afford to replace the door, make sure it looks new by giving it a power wash or fresh coat of paint. Even a new doorknob, house number or name plaque can help. Try to make your front door look smarter than your neighbours’ to help your property stand out.

4. DECLUTTER

Never underestimate a tidy, clean room and pay special attention to high-impact rooms such as the kitchen and bathroom. You should also consider whether there’s too much furniture in each room as it can make the property feel smaller.

5. HEATING AND LIGHTING

If you’re not at home, preset the heating to come on ahead of a scheduled viewing. Potential buyers will want to know that your central heating works well and feel comfortable in your home if it’s cold outside. Good lighting will also be essential on a drab day so having lamps on in dark corners will help. It’s better for the viewing to take place in daylight but if a potential buyer is coming after dark then turn any outside lights on.

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6. GARDEN APPEAL

If you have a front garden, spend a little time sprucing it up. A few plant pots and a clear pathway can make the front of your house more appealing helping with the first impressions. Out the back a well-designed garden can add a great deal of value, it should feel like an extra space for entertaining or relaxing, rather than an expanse of grass. It’s essential to trim borders, clear pathways and cut back any overgrown trees or bushes, particularly if they block direct sunlight into the property.

An area of decking creates a sense of bigger usable living space and three per cent of homes sold in 2019 were even found to have a summerhouse in the garden, giving owners more space to relax and entertain in the brighter weather.

7. CREATE A DRIVEWAY / OFF-ROAD PARKING

In some areas of the country, the ability to park close to your front door comes at a huge premium and therefore, if you have the room to add off-street parking, you are sure to increase value.

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8. LOOK SMART AND BE ENERGY EFFICIENT

Smart home technologies are increasingly important to buyers - just advertising the presence of fibre optic cables in your area could be enough to encourage buyers. Statement systems like multi-room music platforms can also make a difference.

Double glazing will also help retain heat (and keep noise out). Smart technology such as Hive, which gives mobile control over heating systems, is a feature worth considering. If a home improvement moves your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) up a band could add thousands to the sale price!

9. MAKEOVER THE KITCHEN

Kitchens are often the main focus for many buyers, it may be the first thing they look to replace or pay more for if a property has one they like. You may not be able to afford a whole new kitchen but, for a relatively small budget, painting units or replacing cupboard handles or doors are great alternatives. Good lighting and clutter-free, clean surfaces will also make a big difference.

10. FRESH BATHROOMS

In the bathroom, re-grouting, eliminating all limescale and replacing taps are good options. Bathrooms need to look fresh and hygienic, so paint the walls a neutral shade and ideally add a new shower curtain or a standard glass screen. In 2019, new bathrooms were fitted in 29 per cent of homes which sold that year so could be the key to selling fast and

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Smart home technologies are increasingly important to buyers - just advertising the presence of fibre optic cables in your area could be enough to encourage buyers. Statement systems like multi-room music platforms can also make a difference.

Double glazing will also help retain heat (and keep noise out). Smart technology such as Hive, which gives mobile control over heating systems, is a feature worth considering. If a home improvement moves your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) up a band could add thousands to the sale price!

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Kitchens are often the main focus for many buyers, it may be the first thing they look to replace or pay more for if a property has one they like. You may not be able to afford a whole new kitchen but, for a relatively small budget, painting units or replacing cupboard handles or doors are great alternatives. Good lighting and clutter-free, clean surfaces will also make a big difference.

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In the bathroom, re-grouting, eliminating all limescale and replacing taps are good options. Bathrooms need to look fresh and hygienic, so paint the walls a neutral shade and ideally add a new shower curtain or a standard glass screen. In 2019, new bathrooms were fitted in 29 per cent of homes which sold that year so could be the key to selling fast and earning more.

More Protection, Less Hassle for Landlords & Tenants

Symonds & Sampson is the first letting agent in the region to offer ‘Reposit’, the UK’s leading deposit replacement product offering more protection and less hassle to both Landlords and Tenants.

Lucy Nolan, Lettings Partner explains the benefits.

“In a time where the cost of living is high, Reposit offers a viable alternative to a conventional deposit, with benefits

for both Landlords and Tenants”, explains Letting Partner Lucy Nolan, going on to add that “the inbuilt dispute resolution will significantly speed up the end of tenancy process”.

Symonds & Sampson will offer Reposit as an alternative to landlords letting their properties, those enrolling in the scheme would enjoy 60% more protection than with a conventional deposit, as they

have effectively had the equivalent of 8 weeks’ worth of cover against loss of rent, damages, cleaning and all valid charges under a tenancy agreement. The benefits to tenants are also significant. Paying a deposit equal to 5 weeks’ rent can be challenging for a tenant, particularly if they are moving from another rented property where they already have another deposit tied up. The upfront outlay can be significantly reduced as tenants pay a fee equal to just one week’s rent (split between all tenants) rather than a full deposit. The tenant is still responsible for paying any valid charges at the end of the tenancy but pays those charges at the time without having locked the deposit away for the duration.

Rachael James, Head of Lettings at Symonds & Sampson concurs “In Reposit, we have found a product that delivers more protection and less hassle, and another step towards our commitment to offering the best possible service to Landlords and Tenants”.

If you are considering letting your property or looking for a new home, please contact Lucy Nolan on 01305 251154 or our dedicated letting agents in your nearest office

The seminars are taking place on 23 March in Yeovil and 27 April in Dorchester, find all the details at www.symondsandsampson.co.uk/events. Admission is free and all are welcome, but booking is essential to secure your place by telephoning Emma Newman on 01258 474265

Nature on your doorstep!

By Sue Butterworth GouldsGC.co.uk

WE are all encouraged to do our little bit for the environment and help wildlife to flourish, and handing a small area of your garden back to nature is a great way to start. Creating a wildlife garden is something the whole family can get involved with, and as well as being enjoyable and immensely rewarding, it’s probably easier than you think.

You may well have heard the term ‘rewilding’. All this really means is sitting back and letting nature reclaim a space. By being a little less tidy in the garden, you can create important habitats and entice a host of birds, bees, butterflies and other creatures into your garden.

Putting up some nest boxes, creating a log pile, letting your grass grow long or planting a hedge, are all little things you

can do to help things along.

Introducing a few beneficial plants into your garden such as dianthus, hebes, buddleia, scabious, verbena, eryngium and foxgloves, or planting your very own wildflower meadow are also great ways to encourage wildlife into your garden.

One of the very best ways to attract new wildlife to your garden is to introduce a source of water. A wildlife pond can be any shape or size, and once created you will be amazed how quickly different species make their homes there.

When planning your pond, it is important to consider the needs of the wildlife you are trying to attract. Providing a

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gentle slope with shallow water around the edge will allow all creatures safe access. You will find bees, butterflies, dragonflies and other insects will drink from your pond and birds will bathe in the shallow water.

An untouched secluded area is the ideal location for hedgehogs to take up residence. A space in a pile of logs covered with long grass and twigs or leaves makes a good place for them to hibernate and this will encourage other insects, too.

If you would like to find out more about these garden visitors, Paula’s Wildlife Rescue and Prickly Prickles Hedgehog Rescue will be at Goulds Garden Centre on Saturday, March 25, from 10am to 4pm.

If you have any specific questions, pop in to Goulds Garden Centre where our

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Inspiring stories of real-life heroines

INSPIRING theatre celebrating real-life heroines is coming to Corfe Castle village hall during Women’s History Month.

There’s a room in the care home no one goes into. Jade, who had to relinquish her high-flying life as cabin crew and now works as a carer, steps across the threshold.

Voices from the golden age of adventure surround her – women who flew Spitfires, crossed continents in pursuit of Chairman Mao, parachuted out of rickety hot air balloons, shouted ‘no surrender’ into the mouths of the guns.

Nothing on Earth, by novelist and prize-winning short-story writer Anna Reynolds, is an anarchic comedy which celebrates the lives of three real-life heroines – Edwardian balloonist and parachutist Dolly Shepherd (1886-1983); suffragette Constance Lytton (1869-1923); and inter-war explorer Violet CressyMarcks (1895-1970).

Past and present intertwine when their remarkable stories collide with Jade, a 21st

century woman coming to terms with the loss of her beloved grandfather and working in care after her career in the air is grounded by a pandemic.

Filled with strong, witty women and told with humour and eccentricity, Nothing on Earth navigates history while considering the realities of care, of growing old and grief, and of the impact of global events beyond your control.

Artsreach director Kerry Bartlett said: “We are excited to work with Pursued by a Bear Productions for the first time.

“This project celebrates the lives of real women from history, highlighting contemporary resonances from their experiences which are still relevant today – we can’t wait to share this show with our audiences in Dorset.”

Nothing on Earth is at Corfe Castle village hall – phone 07590 352219 – on Saturday, March 25, at 7.30pm, and is suitable for ages 13 and over.

Further information and tickets are available online at www.artsreach.co.uk

All about the 80s

FAVOURITE anthems and songs from the 1980s are promised when a capella group The Magnets visit Lighthouse Poole.

The band faithfully recreate the classic hits of the 1980s through songs by Prince, Huey Lewis & The News, Europe, Jocelyn Brown and many more in their own style.

The Magnets will be stepping back in time to perform The Final Countdown, The Power Of Love, Ain’t Nobody, Purple Rain and other classics of the era.

They are in Poole on Friday, March 31. For tickets and more information phone 01202 280000 or visit www.lighthousepoole. co.uk

Teenage love in a divided world

THEATRE that may hold special appeal for younger audiences is coming to Lighthouse Poole with a production of Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses.

In a segregated society that teeters on a volatile knife edge, Sephy is a Cross and Callum is a Nought.

Racial and social divides exist between Noughts and Crosses, and as violence breaks out, Sephy and Callum draw closer – but this is a romance that will lead them into terrible danger.

Told from the perspectives of two teenagers, Noughts & Crosses is a love story set in a volatile, racially segregated society and explores the powerful themes of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Noughts and Crosses is staged from Tuesday to Saturday, March 21-25 at 7.45pm with Thursday and Saturday matinees at 2pm.

For tickets and more information phone 01202 280000 or visit www. lighthousepoole.co.uk

Jazz festival sets out its stall

A RAFT of acts have been unveiled for the 32nd Swanage Jazz Festival.

The event, featuring an extended Friday programme, returns to its traditional base on Sandpit Field this year and runs from Friday to Sunday, July 7-9.

Venues across the town will host acts, as well as the Mowlem Theatre.

Tickets are now on sale, with organisers saying nearly 30% have already been sold.

Headline names set to perform include The James Taylor Quartet, Claire Martin and Her Trio, Alina Bzhezinska’s Hip Harp Collective with Vimala Rowe, Tony Kofi’s Inside Straight, Alyn Shipton’s Friends of New Orleans and Chris Hodgkin’s Tribute to Humphrey Lyttelton.

The extended Friday programme will see music start at 4pm at Sandpit Field, overlooking the sea. Paul Kelly, chair of Swanage

CORFE Castle will be running an Easter adventure trail from Saturday, April 1, to Sunday, April 16.

In 2022 the Corfe Castle Dragon lost a lot of her possessions, but brave explorers searched the ruins and were successful in locating and returning them to her.

This Easter, visitors will be

Jazz Festival, said: “We staged our 2022 festival to great acclaim. We are delighted to be expanding the festival capacity by going back onto Sandpit Field.

“We will now have two sizeable venues with fantastic sea views and the increased capacity will address some venue capacity issues we had in 2022.

“We will be adding to the

returning to complete a new set of challenges found throughout the castle ruins.

Children can have their face painted and dress up like a soldier, royal resident or a peasant as they set out on the dragon’s quest.

Entry is normal admission plus £3 a trail, including a chocolate or vegan and free from Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.

published programme in the coming weeks.

“Once again, Swanage will offer a wide range of top quality British jazz in an unbeatable setting.”

Other names booked include Bristol bands Get The Blessing and The Rebecca Nash Band.

Festival favourites Alan Barnes and Nigel Price return, the latter with the Italian guitarist Alessio Menconi.

The programme also features legendary vocalist Norma Winstone in a trio format, popular clarinettist Arun Ghosh and bands led by Misha Mullov-Abbado, Corrie Dick, Dave O’Higgins, and rising bass player Isobella Burnham.

Festival Saturday kicks off with the traditional New Orleans Parade featuring James Emmett’s Ragtime Revellers.

Tickets are priced at £130 for the Weekend Stroller, £80 for a Saturday or Sunday Stroller and £40 for a Friday Stroller. Discounted tickets are available for accompanied under-16s.

Residents of BH19 (Swanage) will be entitled to a 10% discount and details of how that will run will be advertised in March.

The festival is also staging a free fringe festival in local pubs and hotels.

For more information, and to book tickets, visit www. swanagejazzfestival.co.uk

Swanage Jazz Festival headliner Claire Martin

Exciting young actors Effie Ansah and James Arden star in the stage version of Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses

Spotlight Diary

Diary Entries are FREE if your event is FREE. If you charge, then it’s £6 plus VAT per entry, per month. The deadline for April 3 is NOON on March 24. Call Lizzie Wilmot on 01963 400186 or email lizzie@blackmorevale.net.

KEY: * = Start time not known or n/a; Ffi = for further information; Sw = Swanage; Wm = Wareham; VH = Village Hall, Telephone code 01929 unless otherwise stated.

MARCH 2023

Please call prior to attending events listed to ensure they are still on.

EVERY MONDAY

09.00 U3A Table Tennis Group meet at Harmans Cross VH.

09.30 - 10.30 Adult Modern line dance: Corfe Castle Village Hall: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

10:30 - 11:30 - Adult Improvers Ballroom/Latin: Corfe Castle Village Hall: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

10:30 - 11:30 - Under 1s Baby Group – Swanage Children’s Centre. 01929 557000

10:30 - 12:30 Cuppa and Company - enjoy our warm space and have a free hot drink and biscuits. Swanage Library.

11.30 - 12.30 Adult beginners Latin American & Ballroom Line dance (you dance solo): Corfe Castle Village Hall: Free Taster Session: Call 01202 243803: Email purbeckdancestudio@ gmail.com

13:00 - 14:00 - Under 2s Baby Group – Swanage Children’s Centre. 01929 557000

13.45 Wareham Short Mat Bowls Club meets at Furzebrook village hall until 16.00. New members and visitors welcome. Free trial sessions and coaching. Call the secretary on 07597 782613.

14.00 Pins and Needles at Harmans Cross VH.

14.00 Digital Champions. Support people in the community to use the internet and gain basic online skills. Booking essential on 01929 423485. Swanage Library. .

14.00 Swanage Disabled Club meet until 4pm. Meeting place All Saints Church Hall, Ulwell, Swanage. Transport available. Call Mrs Daphne Saville on 01929 425241.

14:30 - 16:30 - Cuppa & Company: drop in for a free hot drink and a chat at Wareham Library

16.00 - 18.00 Colour Me Happy. Adult colouring session at Swanage Library. Drop in.

18.00Swanage Tennis Club at Beach Gardens, Swanage. Free cardio tennis taster. Till 7pm.

18:30-19:30 Ladies & Girls Touch Rugby. Swanage and Wareham M&Y. 07940 222327

18:30 - 20:30 Wareham Youth Club - Years 8 & 9 - office@pycf.org.uk

18:30-19:30 Ladies & Girls Touch Rugby. Swanage and Wareham M&Y. 07940 222327

19:00 Purbeck Chess Club. Corfe Castle Village Hall. Free taster sessions. All levels welcome. FFI Steve 552504

19.30 Wareham Choral Society. Lady St.Mary Church, Wm. Till 9.30. New singers always welcome. 01202 632678. warehamchoral@gmail.com

EVERY TUESDAY

09.30 Isle of Purbeck Arts Club. Painting and sketching. At the Catholic Church Hall, Rempstone Rd, Swanage. Till 1pm. Outdoors in summer - isleofpurbeckartsclub@gmail.com

09.30 Wareham Art Club Workshop at Wareham Parish Hall. 553718.

09.30 Families and Babies F.A.B Dorset Wareham breastfeeding group, all pregnant and breastfeeding mums/ families welcome. Not Just Sundaes Community cafe, South Street, BH20 4LU

09:30 - 10:30 - Adult Improvers Modern Line Dance: The D’Urberville Centre, Wool: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

10.00 First Steps Parent & Toddlers’ Group. Swanage Methodist Church till 11.30am during term time. Sylvia Garrett 425420, office hours.

10.00 Wareham Croquet Club meet at the Recreation Ground until 5pm. New members and visitors welcome. Call Tony

on 01929 550190 or Lesley on 01929 553927 or email warehamgolfcroquetclub@hotmail.com.

10.00A Place Of Welcome at 103 High St. Swanage. Friendly dropin for everyone, providing a free cup of tea or coffee, a listening ear, conversation and basic information. Everyone welcome, whatever the circumstances. Until 12 noon.

10:00 - 11:00 - Under 1s Baby Group – Wareham Children’s Centre. 01929 557000

10:30 - 11:15 - Adult Latin/Ballroom Line Dance: The D’Urberville Centre, Wool: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

10.30Swanage Walking for Health Group starter walks (15-30mins). Start from the Mowlem Shelter on Swanage Seafront. Get back into the Swanageing of things gently! 481000.

10.30 Wareham Walkers. Convivial health walks for mainly older people, of up to two hours in and around Wareham, ending with coffee at a local tea room or pub. www.wareham-walkers. org.uk or call 552933.

12:15 - 13:15 - Adult Beginners Modern Line Dance: The Purbeck Sport Centre: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

13:00 - 14:00 - Under 2s Baby Group – Wareham Children’s Centre. 01929 557000

13:15 - 14:15 - Adult Beginners Latin/Ballroom: The Purbeck Sport Centre: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

13.45 Wareham Short Mat Bowls Club meets at Furzebrook village hall until 16.00. New members and visitors welcome. Free trial sessions and coaching. Call the secretary on 07597 782613.

14.00 Swanage Town Walk. Local historian takes walks lasting 90 minutes. Meet outside the Museum in the ‘Square’. Contributions welcome. Easter - September

14:15 - 14:40

RhymeTime (including holidays): lively songs and rhymes for under 3s and carers at Wareham Library

17:30 - 19:00 Wareham Youth Club - Year 6 - office@pycf.org.uk

17:30 - 19:00 Wool Youth Club - Year 6 - office@pycf.org.uk

18:00 - 20:00 Rugby training - give it a try! Girls training U12’s - U18’s. Swanage and Wareham M&Y. Call Sophie 07743 896360.

18.30 Studland Yoga at Studland Village Hall. Beginners and experienced practitioners are all welcome. Until 8.00 pm Call 07932180327 Email yogawithsemra@gmail.com

19.00 Wareham Youth Club year 7, Wareham Youth Centre.

19:00 - 21:00 Rugby training - give it a try! Adult training, all ages welcome. Swanage and Wareham M&Y. 07581 454986

19:00 - 20:30 - Wareham Youth Club - Year 7 - office@pycf.org.uk

19:00 - 20:30 - Wool Youth Club - Year 7 - office@pycf.org.uk

19.30 Belvedere Singers rehearsal at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Victoria Avenue, Swanage. BH19 1AZ. Till 9.30pm. All welcome! 425074.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

10.00 - 11.00

Adult Improvers Latin American & Ballroom dance class: St Edwards Church Hall, Swanage: Call 01202 243803: Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com.

10:00 - 12pm Citizens Advice Bureau (every Wednesday except the first of the month) No appointment needed. Swanage Library.

10:30 - 11:30 - Under 1s Baby Group – Bovington Children’s Centre (Holt Road, BH20 6LE) 01929 557000

11.00 - 12.00

Adult Improvers Modern Line Dance: St Edwards Church Hall, Swanage: Call 01202 243803: Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

12.00 - 13.00

Adult Beginners Modern Line dance: St Edwards Church Hall, Swanage: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

13:00 - 14:00 - Under 2s Baby Group – Bovington Children’s Centre (Holt Road, BH20 6LE) 01929 557000

14.30 Local Historian walk around Swanage, lasting 1 1/2 hours. No need to book, just turn up in Swanage Museum, contributions welc ome. Easter - September

16:45- 17:55: Swanage Cricket Club - Women’s Training @ The Swanage School. 01929 421216

17:30 - 18:45 - Corfe Castle Youth Club - Year 6 & 7office@pycf.org.uk

18:00 - 20:00 - Wareham Youth Club - Years 10 and aboveoffice@pycf.org.uk

18:00 - 20:00 - Wool Youth Club - Year 8 - office@pycf.org.uk

18:00 - 20:00 - Planet Purbeck - Secondary School agesoffice@pycf.org.uk

18:00 - 19:30 Rugby training - give it a try! U12’s - U16’s. Swanage and Wareham M&Y. 07799842225

18.30 Swanage and Wareham Hockey Club Junior (6-14yrs) Training, Wm Sports Centre. Until 7.30pm. Email: Swanagewarehamhockey@outlook.com.

19:00 - 20:15 - Corfe Castle Youth Club - Year 8 and aboveoffice@pycf.org.uk

19:00 - 21:00 Rugby training - give it a try! Ladies training Swanage and Wareham M&Y. 07940 222327

19.00 Swanage Town Band meet for our weekly practise in the Swanage Methodist Church. New musicians warmly welcomed. Please call David Cook (musical Director) for further informaiton on: 01929 422909.

19.00 Purbeck Runners have a club run every Wednesday. See purbeckrunners.co.uk for details.

19.00 Swanage & Wareham Depression Support group. Meets weekly alternating between Swanage and Wareham. Please call Mary 01929 426896 or email Nick on nickviney@hotmail. com

EVERY THURSDAY

07:30 - 11:15 - Wareham Home Producers Market in the United Reformed Church, Church Street, Wareham. For more information please contact 07533 805898.

09.00 Swanage Painting Club. Catholic Church Hall, Rempstone Rd, Swanage. Friendly group. New members including beginners welcome. Till 1pm. Jane on 01929 427078.

09.30 Swanage Tennis Club at Beach Gardens, Swanage. Free Matchplay taster session for prospective new members. First 3 sessions are free. Until 11am.

09:45 Free Chess (just buy something in the café) at Chococo (Not school hols/half term) All levels welcome. Til 12 Noon.

10.00 Volunteer Centre Drop-In at Wareham Library till 12pm. Find our about volunteering to support community groups and charities.

10.00 Wareham Croquet Club meet at the Recreation Ground until 5pm. New members and visitors welcome. Call Tony on 01929 550190 or Lesley on 01929 553927 or email warehamgolfcroquetclub@hotmail.com.

10.30 Midweek Market Morning Service URC, Church St, Wm. Prayer requests to Revd. Simon Franklin 556976.

10.30 Woodworking with Bernard and Terry at the Purbeck Workshop in Wool. The Workshop provides craft activities free of charge to those touched by cancer - friends and family are welcome too. D’Urberville Centre, Collier’s Lane,Wool. www. purbeckworkshop.org 07757 776907. www.purbeckworkshop. org Phone: 07794 479208.

10:00 - 11:00 - Under 1s Baby Group – Upton Library - 01929

557000

13:00 - 14:00 - Under 2s Baby Group – Upton Library - 01929

557000

14.00 Swanage Town Walk. Local historian takes walks lasting 90 minutes. Meet outside the Museum in the ‘Square’. Contributions welcome.Easter - September

18.00 Wool Youth Club year 9 up, D’Urberville VH.

19.00 Purbeck Arts Choir meet for rehearsals, with conductor David Fawcett, at St Mary’s School, Northbrook Road, Swanage. Sept-May. All welcome. For more info call Liz Roberts 01929 481419.

19.15 Wareham Town Band Brass & Woodwind. New players welcome. 07526. 535371

EVERY FRIDAY

09:30 Coffee @ 112 - Drop In For Coffee! Catch up with friends at 112 High Street (United Reformed Church) in Swanage. Cake and bacon butties. Fair trade stall. Donations for Swanage Disabled Club and Church Funds.

09:30 - 10:30 - Adult Improvers Latin/Ballroom: Corfe Castle Village Hall: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

09:30 - 11:30 Honeybees Parent & Toddler Group. Term time only. 07786 874006.

10:30 - 11:30 Library Gets Lively (including holidays): stories, rhymes, songs and activities for under 5s and carers at Wareham Library

10:30 - 11:30 - Adult Beginners Latin American: Corfe Castle Village Hall: Free taster session: Call 01202 243803. Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

10.30 - 12:30 Do you want to volunteer in Swanage? Meet the team at the Volunteer Bureau in Swanage Library!

11.00 - 11:30 Swanage Library Rhyme Time, ages 0-4.

13.45 Wareham Short Mat Bowls Club meets at Furzebrook village hall until 16.00. New members and visitors welcome. Free trial sessions and coaching. Call the secretary on 07597 782613.

14:30 Younger4Longer chair-based exercise in Wm United Reformed Church, Church St. with daisy chain fitness, 01929 558139

18.00 Purbeck War-Game & Model Club. Royal British Legion, Swanage. 426096.

19.30 Informal Lesbian Social Group meets each Friday for fun, laughter and to make new friends. Ffi, contact Karen by email at: outinpurbeck@gmail.com

20.00 New Adult Beginners Latin American & Ballroom dance class at The Swanage school (main hall): Call 01202 243803: Email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com.

EVERY SATURDAY

All Day: Children’s Classes with The Purbeck Dance Studio, For further information ring 01202 243803 or email purbeckdancestudio@gmail.com

11.00 - 12:00 Lego and Megablok Mayhem at Swanage Library

14:00 - 15:30 Crochet Creations at Swanage Library. Once a month so booking is essential. Ring 01929 423485

18.30 Whist. Come and join us at the Reading Room, Church Hill, Swanage. Call Richard on 01929 553516.

EVERY SUNDAY

09.00 Purbeck Runners meet at the Mowlem, Swanage. 8+-mile run.

9:00 - 10:00 : Swanage Cricket Club - Under 9’s @ The Swanage School. 01929 421216

09:30 - 11:30 Rugby training - give it a try! U12’s - U16’s. Swanage and Wareham M&Y. 07799 842225

10:00 - 11:00 : Swanage Cricket Club - Under 11’s @ The Swanage School. 01929 42121

10.00 Arts and Crafts Market at the Mowlem in Swanage. A wide range of local art for sale, including pottery, glass, cards, fabric and much more! To book a table, or for more info, call Tony on 01929 421321.

10.30 Stoborough Baptist Church – would love to welcome you for meeting. For details please call 01929 550309 or website www.stoboroughbaptistchurch.co.uk.

16:00 - 16:55: Swanage Cricket Club - Under 13’s @ The Swanage School. 01929 421216

17:00 - 17:55: Swanage Cricket Club - Under 14’s @ The Swanage School. 01929 421217

18:00 - 18:55: Swanage Cricket Club - Under 15’s @ The Swanage School. 01929 421218

19:00 - 20:15: Swanage Cricket Club - Adult Training @ The Swanage School. 01929 421219

Recruitment

The Blackmore Vale Ltd are looking for a Part Time Telesales

We have vacancies for part time telesales to join our team. An ideal part-time role to fit around a busy life. This job would suit someone who loves talking to customers about their marketing and offering a high level of customer service. You will be joining a friendly team selling advertising into our very popular and successful local magazines to local customers. You will be someone who likes success and can work to deadlines.

You will need to be:

Target Driven

Great on the phone

Work well under pressure

Passionate about your local area

Sales experience preferred.

Your perfect job? Please get in touch and send your CV to debi.thorne@blackmorevale.net

Closing date for applications is Friday 31st March 2023.

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Telesales

We have vacancies for full time telesales to join our team. This job would suit someone who loves talking to customers about their marketing and offering a high level of customer service. You will be joining a friendly team selling advertising into our very popular and successful local magazines to local customers. You will be someone who likes success and can work to deadlines.

A varied role working with our team of friendly sales reps and getting involved with design of ads, talking to existing and new clients for all sections of the magazines, no two days are the same. You will need to be:

Target Driven

Great on the phone

Work well under pressure

Passionate about your local area

Sales experience preferred.

Your perfect job? Please get in touch and send your CV to debi.thorne@blackmorevale.net

Closing date for applications is Friday 31st March 2023.

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