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Welcome to the 2011 Westbourne Magazine Christmas Special. We have loads of local news, festive event listings and offers from local shops.

I would like to wish all our readers and supporters a very Merry Christmas and I look forward to reporting on the best of Westbourne in 2012.

Tom Faull

Editor Tom Faull Contributors Lawrence Roots Kirsty Robinson plus thanks to all our readers, supporters and advertisers.

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Our next edition is the New Year Special, out in the first week of January 2012. Deadline for booking is the 16th December. Email Tom at editor@westbourne.info for details and prices to get included.

CONTENT Westbourne News Local Winter Events Christmas Competition Christmas Made Easy at Studio 83 Westbourne Bookshop Gift Ideas Deck of Cards at 10 Healthy Christmas Christmas at West Cliff Baptist Church Who are Bournecoast?

Bournemouth Beaches Winter Catch Up with Southcoast Social Groups and Things To Do Two Minute Bowen Pause Christmas Crossword Useful Contacts ‘Ello Darling’ at Sunrise

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Westbourne News

from in and around Westbourne

Westbourne Shops Put On Strong Show Despite tough economic times, Westbourne continues to buck the trend and have very few empty shops. The national average is for 14.3% of units to be empty on the UK high street*. With just a handful of empty units in Westbourne, we can proudly say our area is doing better than most with just under 6% empty units.

Recently opened businesses include Bournecoast, Cook, Quaint Essentials, Number83, Parachute Grocers and Sweet Serenity.

New stores opening this winter include Circo Lounge, Elsie Harrhy Coffee on Poole Road and EAUdeVIE in the old Chinese take-away on Seamoor Road.

James Edis from EAUdeVIE gave us a sneak preview of the exciting new bar and eatery, “we will be offering crafted tipples & locally sourced seasonal foods for breakfast, lunch & dinner. We will also offer speciality drinks service including crafted cocktails, premium beers and fine wines.” * source: Local Data Company.

Westminster Trip for Westbourne School

Pupils from St Michael’s primary school recently went on a day trip to Westminster to have an educational tour of the Houses of Parliament. Local MP Conor Burns was delighted to be able to welcome the children and to talk to them about the fascinating history of Westminster and British democracy. The photo shows Conor with the St Michael’s pupils in New Palace Yard at the House of Commons – just in front of Big Ben.

Christmas Late Night Opening As Christmas approaches and a suitable present for auntie Mabel is still being elusive, never fear, as many shops in Westbourne will be offering late night shopping every Thursday in December.

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Useful Dates & Events - November & December 2011 11 Nov Barry Castagnola, Colin Cole and Tom Wrigglesworth live on stage at Funnybone Comedy Club, Queens Road. Call 540065.

17 Nov Dan Walsh & Will Pound at Bournemouth Folk Club.

Dan 'banjo' Walsh in awesome duo with Will Pound on harmonica and melodeon of Goldie's Band. Find out more: www.bournemouthfolkclub.com 17 Nov An Audience with Henry Olonga at Westcliff Baptist Church, see p16.

24 Nov The Toy Hearts at Bournemouth Folk Club. Bluegrass on tour from Birmingham. www.bournemouthfolkclub.com 30 Nov Edana Minghella at Swing Unlimited Jazz Club. Part of her “Still on my Feet” tour.

2 Dec Jo Bor, Tim Clark and Andre King live on stage at Funnybone Comedy Club, Queens Road. Call 540065.

3 Dec Wine & Nibbles at Westbourne Bookshop (see p10) 11 Dec Christmas Carol Service in aid of the Sparkle Appeal, incorporating the Christmas Tree Festival, 4pm at St. Aldhelms Church.

14 Dec Swing Christmas Party featuring "Jack Sinatra" and band. See www.swingunlimitedbigband.co.uk 15 Dec Ed ‘Stewpot’ Stewarts 10.30am at Sunrise Senior Living on Poole Road (see p34).

17 Dec Wine & Nibbles at Westbourne Bookshop (see p10) Oh No It‘s Not! Jack and the Beanstalk at the Pavilion Theatre Sat 3 Dec to Mon 2 Jan 2012. Make sure the whole family is full of beans this Christmas and follow the hilarious tale of young Jack Trott played by Debra Stephenson (The Impressions Show), the boy who manages to sell the family’s only valuable possession, Daisy the Cow, for a handful of beans.

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Christmas Competition 2012 Calendar

In our Christmas competition, you have the chance to win 1 of 5 stunning Bournemouth 2012 Calendars, filled with beautiful and exclusive scenes from across our area.

To enter the competition, email your answer to the question below along with your name and address to competition@westbourne.info You can also enter on our website for free.

Competition Question: Which month do calendars most commonly start with? a. December b. January c. August One correct winner will be picked at random and informed by email. One entry per person. The judges decision is final. There is no cash alternative. Your information is protected by the Data Protection Act 1998. Competition closes 30th November 2011.

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Christmas Made Easy gifts at Number83

Christmas shopping has been made easy this year at the amazing independent gift shop Number83 on Poole Road in Westbourne.

Not only are they stocking the usual unique tasteful gifts for your friends and family, Claire and the team have opened a fabulous Christmas room with a selection of festive decorations for your home and tree, stocking fillers and Christmas cards.

Number83 are extending their hours to include Thursday evenings and Sundays to allow busy Mums and Dads to shop without the kids and out of their usual working hours.

They are also supporting the Castle Court shopping evening and The Sparkle Charity shopping event on 17th and 18th November.

Claire told us more about their time in Westbourne since opening in March, “2011 has been an amazing whirlwind for us.

We were amazed and flattered to have made the shortlist for Entrepreneur of the Year in the Dorset Business Awards. The support and compliments from our local customers has been overwhelming and we would like to thank you for making our days so pleasurable!”

Looking to the new year, “We are looking forward to 2012 with Valentines Day , Mothers day, Easter, Fathers day, the Jubilee, the Olympics and our 1st Birthday to celebrate! Hoping you all have a good Christmas and best wishes for 2012.”

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Westbourne Bookshop

Welcome to the Christmas Book Review. As ever, the choice of great books this Christmas is overwhelming, but some of our particular favourites are featured opposite.

If you pick up a FREE copy of our Christmas Books Catalogue there are many more suggestions, and this year we have been able to offer special prices on an even larger range of new titles.

Signed editions always make a wonderful Christmas gift and at the time of going to press we have books signed by Pam Ayres, Ranulph Fiennes and Philippa Gregory. They sell like hot cakes so don’t leave it too late. Don’t forget that we also have a selection of traditional and modern Christmas Cards, Moleskine and Paperblanks Diaries, Gibson’s Jigsaws and Wooden Games and a selection of popular branded board games, including Scrabble and Boggle. We also have lots of choice in Calendar designs and can order others within a couple of days, from Aston Martins to Waterskiing Westies.

NAXOS have a great range of Christmas music on CD from the traditional John Rutter Carols to the more modern jazz standards on That Christmas Feeling. We also have a selection of DVDs in stock and can order further titles in 1-2 days.

Finally, we would like to take this opportunity to say a big Thank You to all the loyal customers who continue to support us. We would like to wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and to that end will be offering our usual selection of wine and nibbles on Saturday 3rd and Saturday 17th December (and maybe a couple of days in between).

Best wishes from Kirsty, Joanna, Sarah and Mary.

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Westbourne Bookshop 65 Poole Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9BA Tel: 01202 768626

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Deck of Cards at 10

store celebrates 10th anniversary

We spoke to Julie from Deck of Cards in The Arcade who is celebrating 10 years of trading in Westbourne.

Julie, who runs the store with mum Lorie, told us more about life at Deck of Cards.

“It’s lovely to see regular customers each week”, explains Julie. “It’s so nice to find out about people and their upcoming celebrations, from birthdays and weddings to christenings or even passing their driving test.”

Deck of Cards has lots to offer in addition to the great range of cards, from Yankee Candles to calendars, diaries, gift wrap and also a handy selection of stationery.

Shops in the Arcade have had a demanding few years, “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank my loyal customers who continued to visit us during the many months of scaffolding and disruptions in Westbourne. The support has kept us busy in tough times.”

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Healthy Christmas RN BSc(Hons)

Welcome to my Christmas contribution to the Westbourne Magazine.

Christmas has been in our thoughts at Canford Chase for many weeks as we have been busy planning all our special events and entertainments.

Of course gorgeous food features greatly in our festive fun and frolics and it is a challenge to stay moderate at parties!

You can give your liver, a major organ of cleansing, a helping hand during this time by eating and drinking a few key foods. The following foods are considered to be very useful – garlic and onions / broccoli and sprouts / beetroot / apples and dark berry fruits / artichokes / salad greens such as endive and rocket.

Freshly squeezed lemon in a cup of hot water on rising, is said to promote liver activity as well as supporting gut motion!

Have a Very Merry Healthy Christmas from us all at Canford Chase Nursing Home!

Artichoke Soup Recipe (devised by our super chef Peter!)

Ingredients – 1kg Jerusalem artichoke / 1 med onion / 2 garlic cloves / med potato / tsp dry thyme / pinch nutmeg / tbsp olive oil / ½ pint stock / crème fraiche.

Method – sauté chopped artichoke, onion, garlic, potato in olive oil for about 10 mins / pour in stock & add thyme & nutmeg / simmer until tender then whiz with a blender, top with crème fraiche if wished.

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What makes Canford Chase different?

Your choice... your individuality...

Angie Stewart, Home Manager, invites you to spend the Festive Season at Canford Chase where a warm welcome, companionship and good care await you.

Come and enjoy being looked after, by our well trained team. We really do make Christmas Day a wonderful occasion for everyone.

A leisurely start to the day, followed by present opening and then everyone comes together for pre lunch drinks. Our traditional Christmas Lunch, is beautifully prepared by our own Chef, assisted by our friendly waiting staff who will do all they can to ensure you have a memorable time. And afterwards, perhaps a rest or games, the choice is yours.

Canford Chase is about friendship and community, where your views are valued. We encourage you to maintain your independence and we promote this by listening to your wishes.

If you think you would like to join us for a short break or a longer time, please contact Angie on 01202 766182.

"A company well-known for their high quality care" Dr Hilary Jones

Canford Chase ~ 40 Western Road ~ Branksome Park ~ Poole ~ BH13 6EU 01202 766182 ~ canfordchase@coltencare.co.uk ~ www.coltencare.co.uk

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West Cliff Baptist Church join them this Christmas

Celebrate Christmas at West Cliff Baptist Church We warmly invite you to join with us at any of our Christmas Services as we gather to sing carols, listen again to familiar stories and watch the younger one's dress up in the Nativity.

A highlight every year is our Candlelit Carol Service on Christmas Eve at 6.30pm - warm mince pies and refreshments will be served afterwards!

Join us too for our all-age Christmas Day Celebration Service as the children excitedly show each other some of those long anticipated gifts, and together we celebrate the birth of God's Son, Jesus.

We look forward to welcoming you.

‘An Audience With Henry Olonga’, Test Cricketer West Cliff Baptist Church are hosting Henry for the evening at The Westbourne Pub from 7pm on Sunday 20th November.

Henry Olonga was Zimbabwe’s first ever black cricketer and the youngest ever player to represent his country at international level. Following his black armband protest in 2003 against Zimbabwe’s political situation, he settled in England. Since then he has embarked on careers in art, cinematography, public speaking and music. Come along and hear his story and be entertained by his incredible singing voice. This event is free!

For more details about Henry visit: www.henryolonga.net

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Join us for the following Christmas events: Sunday 11th December at 7pm Service Of Carols & Readings Sunday 18th December at 3pm Children’s Nativity & Christingle Service Sunday 18th December at 8pm Carol singing in The Westbourne Pub Saturday 24th December at 6.30pm Candlelit Carol Service Sunday 25th December at 10am Christmas Day Celebration Service Church office: 01202 767070 Address: Poole Road, Westbourne BH4 9DN Web: www.westcliffbaptistchurch.org.uk

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Who are Bournecoast?

Opening their Westbourne office in October, Bournecoast offers a very different and unique approach to property.

Established in 1960, Bournecoast is a family operated independent property agent, that manages, sells and lets holiday and residential properties, providing specialist knowledge of the buy-to-let market and what makes a good investment.

Bournecoast has been family run for over 50 years and was established by Major W G Webb and June Webb in 1960.

Keith Simmons MBE, the previous managing director and Major Webb’s son-in-law, was subsequently joined by his son and daughters, Des Simmons, Anita Smith and Veronica Strongman, who now run the company with a team of eighteen.

If you haven’t seen their new office, pop in to 75 Poole Road to have a look around and find our more about their services.

Scan the code with your mobile phone to visit the Bournecoast website to find out more and see a video. www.bournecoast.co.uk

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Bournemouth Beaches agents

We spoke to Assistant Sales Manager Natalie to find out more about Bournemouth Beaches Ltd. Established in 2005 and keen to offer a fresh, new approach to holiday lets, Bournemouth Beaches has grown steadily year on year to gain an impressive portfolio of holiday properties in Bournemouth and Sandbanks.

The company prides itself on offering excellent, friendly service as standard with a strong emphasis on their true ‘full management’ product. The company strive to promote a ‘can do’ culture.

Having created an impressive website where guests can book online, and have the benefit of an online concierge, Bournemouth Beaches have met their 90% summer occupancy targets. The company has two branches and is the only agent to have a town centre branch. The main Poole Hill branch is open 7 days a week and the company also boasts its own in house commercial laundry and linen hire service as well as in house maintenance and out of hours response service.

Natalie told us that Bournemouth Beaches are also prominent in Sandbanks and have had a particularly successful year in the area. Having recently signed up several new additional properties for next season the company is keen to further establish new landlords in Sandbanks and are offering flexible contracts and low commission rates.

Natalie and the staff of Bournemouth Beaches Ltd are available on 01202 296400 seven days a week or visit www.bournemouthbeaches.com

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HOLIDAY LETTINGS - A WHOLE NEW SEASON In holiday lettings there are two seasons - summer and winter. Whilst we are keeping your income flowing with winter lets our sales staff are busy selling the summer season to maintain our impressive 90% occupancy rate. Without a good winter let the summer profits can be lost. It is good that we are the only agent to have two branches including the only one in the town centre. We also offer in house maintenance and laundry services, and are the only agent who publish their occupancy rates. Add this to being open 7 days a week and having a manned out-ofhours contact service and you'll see that we go the extra mile. This year we successfully supplied, and vetted winter tenants for all of our holiday proper ties with no or minimal voids. Next year we are changing our check in service to give greater flexibility to our clients and maximize sales.

Bournemouth Beaches - We are all about people!

www.bournemouthbeaches.com 01202 296 400

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Winter Catch Up Property

We caught up with Philip and Kieran at Southcoast Property to see how business is. “The amount of footfall that passes our door is not just the answer to the success that we have had since opening in April. The greatest measure of our success is that our business is growing through word of mouth recommendations from landlords and tenants that we have assisted over the months since we opened on Poole Road in Westbourne.”, explained Kieran.

“Our reputation has been built on honesty and integrity and you always have the full attention of father and son directors Philip and Kieran, who have built the company’s reputation to the standards you would expect, but unfortunately do not always receive. Our awareness, consideration & keen eye for detail has helped many landlords decide that Southcoast Property is the agent for them after receiving poor service in the past.”

Kieran explained the importance of ARLA membership. “We are a registered member of ARLA (The Association of Residential Letting Agents) and with affiliation comes a list of requirements from the agent and a number of protective measures for our landlords and tenants including protection to all our clients monies amongst many. This is not to be confused with agents regarding themselves as an ARLA agent because they have a member of staff who has taken an exam or two. As a member of ARLA we benefit from continual updates in laws and legislation that non ARLA members may not have access to as easily.

We are also members of The Property Ombudsman, which provides clients double protection regarding deposits and rental income.”

“Landlords are only charged 4% on full management for the first 3 months and 8% thereafter or we can find you a tenant, reference them and then let you do all the worrying.”

Philip & Kieran’s final message was, “to all our Landlords and Tenants now and in the future, we wish you a Happy Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year and hope that we hear from you soon.”

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Social Groups & Things to Do group in the Westbourne area

Bournemouth Lions Club Empowering volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs. Visit www.bournemouthlions.org.uk The Westbourne Orchestral Society Practice every Friday, 7.30 - 9.30pm. Concerts are held locally and they are always happy to welcome new members. For more info visit: www.westbourne-orchestra.co.uk Reading Group (Booktalk) 1st, 2nd & 4th Mon 5 - 6pm, 3rd Mon 6 - 7pm A social group that get together to talk about books, share their thoughts and have fun, held at Westbourne Library. Please contact the Library on 01202 761845 to check availability before attending.

Westbourne Rotary Club Thursdays at 7.30am at The Savoy Hotel Email for more info: info@westbournerotary.org.uk Children's Storytime (pre-school ages) Thursdays 2.15 - 2.45pm at Westbourne Library.

Please contact the Library on 01202 761845 to check availability before attending.

Argyll Bowling Club on West Overcliff Drive Full programme throughout the season, includes regular weekday and Saturday league matches, plus friendly matches that take place during the week.

Find out more: www.argyllbowlingclub.co.uk

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Drop & Shop at Bee a Bug Don't drag the kids around the shops, or to appointments, leave them with Bee A Bug’s fully qualified staff & let them learn through play whilst you attend appointments.... in peace!

Creche open Mon, Wed & Fri from 9am-4pm See www.beeabug.co.uk for details.

Meridian Friends An organisation for seniors in the area. Events throughout the year and plenty of social meetings.

Contact Julie on 01202 428888 to find out more.

Cornerstone Provides a meeting place for older friends in the area. Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Weds of each month for interesting talks, videos, and other activities - covering a wide range of topics.

Held at West Cliff Baptist Church.

Bournemouth Folk Club Regular gigs held at Centre Stage (on Queens Road). Diverse range of musicians from around world. 01202 707498 or www.bournemouthfolkclub.com The Chicken Soup Choir Every Tuesday at 8pm in Centre Stage, Queens Rd Large community choir, over 60 people singing modern rock, pop and gospel songs. Regular performances at the venue and throughout the area.

What’s On Calendar See a full list of Westbourne based groups and events on our website, visit www.westbourne.info

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Two Minute Bowen Pause Ann Runyard

The two minute pause between Bowen moves does have the potential to confuse. It is the catalyst to the procedure and therefore fundamental to the outcome.

Ann Runyard has a helpful explanation.

The pause can appear a long time whilst you ponder the logic for the practitioner to leave you alone in the room. When I first experienced this fascinating therapy seven years ago I was of similar mind. I also thought the whole concept was a doddle until regular treatment and years of continuous in depth training, taught me how profoundly skillful and effective it is.

The whole object of the exercise is to allow yourself to come out of your left-sided brain (logic v fast lane) and allow yourself into the right-sided brain (creative v slow lane). This allows the body to leave the fast central nervous system where we live most of our time and enter the slow one, where healing takes place. This only happens when the decision is made to let go.

The other important factor is, by leaving the room, the practitioner eliminates any conflict of energies This allows the information, keyed into the body by each move to be absorbed and correlated, this happens to be more effective when you are alone.

As the Bowen takes effect and this can happen as quickly as the first two moves, and once your brain is moving from one hemisphere to the next and approaching the slow lane, you have cracked it. I must emphasis that this is your responsibility not the practitioner’s, whose skill is to perform accurate and effective manoeuvres. It is called team work.

During the pause the practitioner is recording your response by way of touch, vision and intuition. So, may I say to those of you who cannot relax well and may have given up before the completed course - abandon the fast lane, each person will differ in their capacity to heal and who knows what you may be capable of if you give yourself permission.

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Across 2. brings presents 6. watch out walnuts 8. over the fireplace 10. I'm dreaming of a 14. what it’s all about 15. halls decked with 16. this drink is no yoke!

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Useful Contacts

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‘Ello Darling’

One of Bournemouth’s premier care homes, Sunrise of Westbourne, has added a special event to this year’s calendar to bring a bit of Christmas joy to their residents.

The not to be missed event is a visit by Ed Stewart, one of the original Radio 1 broadcasters. The Radio & TV legend will visit the prestigious residence on 15th December to recap life in his good old days. He will be talking to residents about his journey through life, from his time in Hong Kong to the days of presenting Family Favourites. His talk at 10.30am promises to be entertaining, humorous and will include audience participation.

Wendy Blow, Director of Community Relations at Sunrise Senior Living of Westbourne said, “Our residents love getting involved with guest speakers. They love to be part of something new so we’re all really looking forward to having Ed with us. Ed and his career are rather familiar to many of our guests here so they will enjoy what he 10574-13230 18/10/11 Page many 1 has to Compass say. I’m sure 14:15 he has stories to tell us and we can’t wait to hear his famous ‘Ello Darling’ catchphrase.”

An entertaining look back with

on Thursday 15th December from 10:30am Join Ed Stewart as he delves into his past and gives us a recap of life in the good old days, it will be funny, entertaining and have audience participation, along the journey he will be recalling stories about a lot of his show business friends as well.

Following this entertaining talk we will be holding a raffle in aid of the Variety Club.

Please call us to book your place as spaces will be limited.

Sunrise of Westbourne, 16-18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset BH4 9DR

(01202 760966 www.sunrise-care.co.uk

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Senior care... in a place you would love to live?

There aren’t many places where you can experience expert senior care and assistance - and you would be proud to call it “home”.

We know of about 27 such places (& the number is growing): Award-winning residences that are beautiful inside and out; active, sociable and vibrant places; with caring compassionate staff on hand to provide assistance as required; places so different from expectations that they are described as revolutionary.

You don’t have to take our word for it, however. All you have to do is pay Sunrise Senior Living a visit and experience this new, uplifting senior care option for yourself.

Contact us today for more information or to arrange a visit. We’ll make sure you’ll immediately feel at home.

16-18 Poole Road,Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR

01202 760966 www.sunrise-care.co.uk

of Westbourne The high quality senior care alternative

Christmas at

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Meet Father Christmas in our Christmas Grotto on the 14th, 15th, 16th & 17th of December.

Tickets are ÂŁ10 and include a personalised present and personalised Christmas cookie and 60 minutes play time.

For mums and dads we’ve got mulled wine, mince pies and full access to our coffee shop.

Booking required, please pick up a leaflet and booking form.

16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, BH4 9EH Tel: 01202 766710