The Poole The independent directory of local businesses serving the residents of Hamworthy, Oakdale & Parkstone
Hamworthy Edition In this issue:
Directory February/ March 2017
Liam Openshaw crowned World Champion! Residents and evidence back change to local government in Dorset Dorset Wildlife Trust: Winter Wildlife Watching Adventures of Nellie
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Vegetable Curry ................................................................................ £2.75 Mushroom Bhaji ................................................................................ £2.75 Bhindi Bhaji ...................................................................................... £2.75 Cauliflower Bhaji .............................................................................. £2.75 Dall Tarka .......................................................................................... £2.75 Aloo Gobi .......................................................................................... £2.75 Sag Bhaji Spinach....................................................................................................... £2.75 Bringal Bhaji .................................................................................... £2.75 Bombay Potato ................................................................................. £2.75 Onion Bhaji........................................................................................ £2.75 Chana Masala ................................................................................... £2.75 Muter Paneer ................................................................................... £2.95 Sag Paneer ........................................................................................ £2.95 Sag Aloo ............................................................................................ £2.75 Curry Sauce Various flavours..................................................................£2.75 Vegetable Niramish .......................................................................... £2.75
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Introduction
The Poole Directory - Hamworthy Edition Edition 74
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Dear Poole Residents, Wow, what a busy start to 2017! Have you made lots of New Year’s resolutions and are successfully carrying them out? I do hope so. With the year already well under way, did you decide to finally sort that space out once and for all, get a loft conversion, have a new carpet, see a new insurance broker or just have more meals out? Whatever it is for you, we are here to help. If there is a company you would like to recommend to us, or a club that needs some extra support or recognition, then do tell them about us. What you can do in exchange is use the advertisers inside to help keep them busy and the local economy doing well. That is the purpose of The Poole Directory. If you have any local news or history we would love to hear from you too. The prize wordsearch is always popular so we will continue to provide that as well. You never know, you could be the lucky winner this month! Linda Griffin won High Tea for Two at The Quayside Emporium last month. Well done to her! Nellie looks back at 2016 with very fond memories. She certainly kept us busy this last year. I do hope you enjoy her exploits as much as we do. It is just a bit of fun and can give ideas of places to go and things to do. If you have any suggestions where Nellie could visit, she would love to hear from you! What will 2017 bring? I am a firm believer that we get what we put our attention on so personally I want to have many more fun days out with the family and would even like to take Hayden to Disney for his 13th year. Nellie can’t fly so we will definitely have many English trips too. Here’s to a another fabulous year all round! Very Best Wishes!
Debbie & Stephen Corney
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Community News
Liam Openshaw crowned World Champion! Liam Openshaw has returned from Sarasota, Florida as the boys under-15 World Champion Triathlete! Liam and his younger brother, Ryan, have been competing in the Modern Pentathlon disciplines for twelve months. A full Modern Pentathlon involves competing in five sports - running, swimming, shooting, fencing and horse-riding. At the moment the boys only compete in the first four events, although they hope to start riding shortly. They travelled to Florida to compete in the World Biathle and Triathle Championships. The Biathle involves a run, followed by an open water swim, followed by a further run. The athletes need to transition between each of the disciplines, removing and putting on their trainers – fast! Liam won the bronze medal in the Biathle, but was rewarded in the Triathle event by being crowned the new World Champion. The Triathle consists of a short run to the range, shooting (with a laser pistol) five green lights, an open water swim, followed by a run, before returning to the range to complete a further three laps of the course. He also won a bronze medal with his partner in the Triathle Relay, and a gold and silver Team medal respectively for the Triathle and Biathle. Liam is a member of the English Talent Programme, which means he is on the development pathway for future Modern Pentathletes!! Ryan had a great first Champs too, coming away with some promising finishes, including 9th in the u/13 Triathle, earning him a Team bronze medal for the event. Both boys will be competing in the same age groups next year, where the event is scheduled to be in Turkey. The Openshaws would like to thank the Steve Bernard Foundation who have now contributed to get the boys’ fencing kit, having read about their exploits in our previous edition.
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Carpet & Flooring Specialists • Hardwood & Laminate Flooring • Carpet & Carpet Tiles • Wood Sanding & Restoration • Home selection service • Free quotes and advice Come and visit our showroom to see the ranges for yourself 1 Manor Park, 35 Willis Way, Poole, Dorset, BH15 3SZ Open 9am-5pm Mon-Fri
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ADVERTORIAL
Cloudy2Clear Announce Trusted Trader Partnership Consumer champions Which? have now joined the thousands of customers who recognise that Cloudy2Clear Windows really are a business that you can TRUST. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has received the coveted ‘Which Trusted Trader’ status after going through a rigorous accreditation process entirely focussed on customer service. Group Managing Director Marcus McGee believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing
company policy of delivering the highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. Locally Cloudy2Clear service the 3RROH area and
manager Justin Friel agrees that this approach is a major factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated as both my customers and, obviously a body as nationally important as Which? now recognise.’ So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Justin a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!
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Residents and evidence back change to local government structures in Dorset Public consultation results show clear backing for change to local government structures in Dorset. In the household survey, which is representative of the county’s population, almost three quarters support reducing Dorset’s councils from nine to two, with over two thirds of open questionnaire respondents also agreeing.
Deliberative and qualitative research found that the business community, voluntary sectors, residents and town & parish councils also primarily backed change. Of the options for the geographical makeup of any new council, there was majority support in both the household survey and open questionnaire for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole to be served by one new council, with East Dorset, North Dorset, Purbeck, West Dorset & Weymouth & Portland areas served by a second new council (65% in the household survey and 53% in the open questionnaire). This was also the strongest-supported option via qualitative research. Similarly, a detailed study undertaken by PriceWaterhouseCoopers looking at the Government’s five criteria for change cites a compelling case for local government reorganisation in Dorset. It found evidence that proposals to restructure the county’s local government have key strengths in the areas covered by the criteria; that change would improve services, provide stronger leadership, increase efficiency, save money and be sustainable. Now, in considering any change, each
council will want to be sure that any proposal both has public support and also meets the government’s criteria for approval.
This is what the financial assessment, the public consultation and the case for change work is about – providing all councillors in Dorset with a package of robust and independent evidence they can consider when deciding whether or not to support change from nine councils to two, should this be recommended, and if so, what composition of the two new councils would be best for Dorset. The nine councils in Dorset commissioned the public consultation from Opinion Research Services and the case for change from PriceWaterhouseCoopers, alongside a financial assessment of the potential savings achievable through reorganisation. The financial review found that, change delivers £108m over the six years after the transition, allowing services to be protected in the future. Councillors now need to consider all the evidence – the financial assessment, the case for change and the results of public consultation – to determine whether they support change. This will be considered separately at each council during January. Following that, and subject to agreement, a request will be made to the Secretary of State for Communities & Local Government, who will make the final decision. Any new councils would come into being in April 2019.
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Why should you use an insurance broker? When it comes to getting the best insurance policy for you, you’re always better off using an insurance broker. With the television swamped with meerkats and dancing robots advertising price comparison sites, it is not surprising that so many people look to comparison sites for what purports to be the cheapest insurance. But as the name suggests, price comparison sites are often, for legal and practical reasons, one dimensional in the result they give. Consequently, the insurance policies you’ll be shown are often generic and are effectively a one-size-fits-all solution. However, getting the right insurance for you is dependent on your exact individual circumstances, with the devil being in the detail. For this reason alone it is always better to use a broker when getting your insurances. The Human Touch As we get older, our insurance needs inevitably become more complex. Health and housing insurance becomes more important, motoring policies are open to a greater range of benefits and risks and dependents, such as children, create further complications. A broker can provide you with the quality of cover that you need and make potential savings through their knowledge of the market. Giving You Advice, Saving You Money Some people think that insurance brokers are just for people with little time or exceptional insurance circumstances. But if you’re thinking of buying an insurance policy for something you don’t know much about or insuring something unusual, an expert in the market such as an insurance broker can often find you better cover at a great price.
John Palmer Unlike comparison sites, a broker’s specialist expertise can give you the right product for your individual needs. For example, insurers won’t always offer you every type of cover when you go direct nor tell you if you’re already covered by any existing policies you may have. It’s not unusual for insurers to offer legal support, home maintenance, and public liability within their policies and if you’re not advised of this you could soon find yourself with three sets of cover and paying for the privilege. Brokers can also be more flexible on price than comparison sites. If you require specialist insurance, such as income protection or critical illness, then you will undoubtedly need a specialist provider. These kinds of products are not widely available on comparison sites because they have to be tailored to your specific circumstances and lifestyle. Equally, if you need special insurance cover for something like a high-value antique or a collection of paintings, an insurance broker will know where to go to find you the cover you need. The Proof of the Cover is in the Claiming There is an old saying in the insurance industry that ‘insurance is only as good as your claims experience,’ and it’s here more than anywhere else that a broker can really add value. In the event of a claim, your broker may speak to loss adjustors and claims departments and do as much as possible for you, so you don’t have the hassle and worry at a time which is often stressful. Now I’d like to see a talking meerkat or a dancing robot do that!
If you have any questions regarding your insurance, whether you have the right cover or could get a better deal, call or email John Palmer:
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Wildlife News
Talking about Wildlife...
Winter Wildlife Watching With some wildlife hunkering down for the big freeze, winter turns our attention to the species who need to work that bit harder to get through the frosty season. So, that’s why winter is the perfect opportunity to make a practical, real difference to wildlife in your local wild space. Leaving water and food out for birds might seem like a trivial task, but it can mean life or death to them if other food sources are scarce, or frozen. You will be rewarded with lovely sights of garden visitors such as the blue tit, goldfinch, redwing or, if you’re lucky, a great spotted woodpecker. Garden birds aren’t the only active birds around this time of year. On a winter’s day at about 4pm you might see a flock of starlings, (also known as a murmuration), as they settle down to roost. A flock of birds has a huge advantage to a single bird this time of year – safety in numbers. Large groups are believed to deter predators, making it hard for them to single one bird out; the sight of a flock is quite off-putting to a bird of prey. In large numbers, birds have a better chance of successfully hunting for food together, and they will stay warm at the same time. Keep your eyes to the sky for one of nature’s best performances! Nothing is more delightful than seeing a splash of colour on the landscape when the trees are bare, so another favourite of this season is the
Snowdrops
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much-loved snowdrop. This distinctive white flower bravely comes into bloom in January and flowers until March, so for those who long for spring to arrive, seeing this flower is a sign that warmer times are ahead. To get out for some winter walks in Dorset, explore Dorset Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves at www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/reserves. Winter bird feeding tips − Don’t put out too much – stale food can develop harmful bacteria. − Clean the feeders and the table regularly – use hot water and a pet safe disinfectant to prevent infections being passed between birds. − Replenish fresh water – birds need to bathe to keep feathers in good condition and keep them warm. TIP: stop water freezing by putting a tennis ball in it. − Recommended food includes: seed mixes, fat balls, household scraps such as raw fats, suet and lard, mild grated cheese, cooked potatoes. Fruits include apples, and dried fruits such as sultanas and raisins. − Foods to avoid include: White bread, milk, salty or spicy food, loose whole peanuts. Runny fats from cooking, vegetable oils and margarines can clog feathers and cause birds to lose valuable insulation
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Dorset House
Registered Charity No. 1014697
Coles Avenue, Hamworthy, Poole BH15 4HL
Thinking of moving into a care home? We’re here to help Situated in the heart of the Hamworthy community, Dorset House provides compassionate residential and dementia care at a realistic cost. Whether you’re looking for a new home or a short respite stay, we offer a warm welcome, comfort and peace of mind. To request a brochure, arrange a visit or find out more, contact
01202 672427
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CARE SOUTH IS A LEADING PROVIDER OF RESIDENTIAL AND HOME CARE ACROSS DORSET
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A Roman Water Pump One of the objects visitors can see displayed at the Priest’s House Museum & Garden today is a Roman force pump. It is one of only two examples so far discovered in Britain. The water pump was found during archaeological excavations at Tarrant Hinton from 1968 to 1984 by the Wimborne Archaeological Group. They discovered a Roman settlement and courtyard villa, the site having been in use by the Romans from the middle of the 1st century to the 5th century AD. During the excavation of the villa, beautifully painted wall plaster was discovered, three examples of which have been partially reconstructed and are on display in the museum. The site was ďŹ rst occupied by people in the Bronze Age and was a farming settlement before the Romans arrived in the area. The villa was completed by the late 3rd century or early 4th century, and the site also boasted a heated bath house and plunge pool. The archaeological evidence found, including the painted wall plaster, jewellery and the water pump, shows that a wealthy family lived in the villa. One year the archaeological group was excavating an old well on the site. On reaching the bottom they discovered the water pump, made from oak with lead liners and lead valve plates. It would have forced water from the bottom of the well up to ground level and then into a tank. Here the water could be stored for later use in the villa or the nearby bath house.
Opening times: 3 Jan-31 Mar and 1 Nov-23 Dec 2017, Mon-Sat 10am-4pm 1 Apr-31 Oct 2017, Mon-Sat 10am-4.30pm
Food for Thought 3 Jan - 18 Mar 10am-4pm Exhibition exploring the history of food and drink in East Dorset.
Fancy That! 1 Apr - 23 Dec 10am-4pm Costume exhibition exploring handicraft for pleasure and employment. Standard admission price unless indicated otherwise. For further information and details of additional events please contact the museum on 01202 882533 or visit our website at www.priest-house.co.uk
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Environmental award win for the Dolphin Shopping Centre The Dolphin Shopping Centre in Poole has been recognised for its environmental efforts and has been announced as a winner at the 2016 Green Apple Awards for the Built Environment and Architectural Heritage. Accepting the Estate Management for Pollution Reduction award at a ceremony at the Houses of Parliament, the Dolphin Shopping Centre was acknowledged for its work with retailers that offer sustainable products and get the local community engaged which complement its ambition to be recognised as a sustainable centre. The Dolphin Shopping Centre’s winning entry focused on its work with retailer Déjà Vu Upcycling. The centre attracted Déjà Vu Upcycling to its retailer portfolio as a six-week pop-up shop in 2015, a store where customers can purchase restored antiques and pre-loved furniture. This was the first upcycling store the Centre had included as part of its retail mix and stood firmly with the centre’s ethos of sustainability by offering a novel way to reinvent a piece of old furniture to give it a new identity. Due to its popularity, the Centre welcomed the store to become a permanent retailer a prime first floor position in January 2016. Since then the store has achieved great results in protecting the
environment by re-using and refurbishing pre-loved furniture. John Grinnell, centre manager, says: “Winning a Green Apple Award is a huge achievement as it is seen as one of the biggest environmental recognition schemes in the UK and internationally. At the Dolphin Shopping Centre we are fully aware of the effect our activity has, not only on the environment, but on our retailers, residents and local community in which we operate. By being committed to preserve and protect the environment, we are continually looking at ways of improving our operational areas and to be recognised as a sustainable organisation.” The Green Apple Awards are the country’s major recognition for environmental endeavour.
Roger Wolens, The Green Organisation, Eloise Flinter, owner of Deja Vu and John Grinnell, Dolphin Shopping Centre Manager
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Royal Bay Care Homes Our Homes Serving Poole, Wimborne & The Purbecks
Castle Farm Retirement Home Forest Hill House Nursing Home Lytchett Matravers
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We at Royal Bay Care Homes believe a care home should be a place: - Where each person is an individual. - Where there are no unnecessary rules and regulations. - Where dignity, peace and comfort take priority. - Where companionship, interest and activity flourishes. - And where people are supported to lead the fullest possible lives.
At the heart of every Royal Bay Care Home are core values with the emphasis on comfort, compassion, dignity, individuality, personality as well as great food. At Royal Bay our priority is you living your life your way. We have teams of incredibly caring, dedicated and qualified staff, plus Gold Standards Framework accreditation. Our Homes also have the latest medical and care facilities making them fully equipped to cater for either residential or nursing care needs, depending on the Home’s registration. Please feel free to contact either of our Home’s Manager at any time to discuss how we can help or visit our website for more details.
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The Adventures of Nellie The Dorset Directories Camper Van Nellie has been taking a look back at 2016. With all that Christmas pud, tipples of wine, chocolates, laughter and excitement, she thought she would take a little time out to review her year, whilst deciding where to take us in 2017! 2016 has been a particularly good year for Nellie, she has excelled herself in fact and kept us all very entertained. It started off in January 2016 when she decided that Hayden should do more exercise and she successfully got him even more off the computer. Hayden joined the Branksome Chine Life Saving Club! Nellie took us to our first competition after Hayden had had all of 4 lessons! How exciting was that. Nellie was so horse, she couldn’t toot her horn the following day. Then in February I learned how to drive Nellie! It was quite an ordeal from what Nellie remembers. To me everything was back to front and nothing like my little blue Citroen. Being a big Japanese automatic girl, and not so young in years was a challenge to say the least for me. Stephen had a fixed grin and
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Debbie in the driving seat for the first time Hayden held on tight in the back, but we made it! Nellie is now more than happy for me to take her wheel. In March Nellie was totally fascinated by Hayden who told him the story of Nelson Mandela’s bodyguard. Hayden was privileged to be invited to meet him, by his school. The story was captivating. In April we had a fantastic trip to Santorini with my parents. Dad at age 81 had had his second knee operation but still managed to climb all the way to the top of the live volcano! He takes a leaf out of Nellie’s book for being young in spirit… and I don’t mean the whisky! On returning from there Nellie took us to “Camping World” in Three Legged Cross to prepare for our all important English camping trip in the summer. Nellie was in her element as we kitted her out with all she needed for a relaxing summer on the beach, camping on the Devon coast. In May Nellie took us with several friends to Wookey Hole! How cool was that. Those amazing colourful caves, stories of witches, crazy golf and film
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Nellie enjoys view from the seafront in Devon the weather was amazing. Hayden and I had a superb day. We are so very lucky to have him. He is great company and fun to be with. In October Nellie had an extremely busy month! It started with a Life Saving awards ceremony at Durley Chine, followed by a wedding in Wool, then a trip to Bindon Abbey Retreat with my sister and Mum, whilst Dad was fishing with his friends for the week, then off to Standen House in Sussex where Nellie met a rather smart Morgan! Nellie seems happiest when she is busy. In November Nellie was like a whippet at the starting block as she charged to Chessington Theme Park. Well really 15 adults all over 50? Yes! And what an amazing time we had. December was busy. Stephen’s parents and sister came to us for a very early Christmas Day as they were travelling off to a warmer climate for a couple of weeks. My parents drove all the way from Hull to spend time with us. What a wonderful time of year… and per the good old movie… ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ that Nellie gives us. I am so glad we bought her. Here’s to another year of fun, frolics and festivities in 2017! Where will she take us this year…? By Debbie Corney
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Grey seals, golden eagles, weasels and water voles: award-winning country park celebrates the best of British wildlife photography Stunning images of wildlife from across Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire feature in the highly-accclaimed British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) exhibition at Moors Valley Country Park near Ringwood from 14 January until 26 February 2017. With 15 categories, including two for young people, the Awards showcase the very best of nature photography chosen from thousands of entries from across the country and raise awareness about biodiversity, British species and their habitats. Moors Valley is the only location south of London to host the BWPA national touring exhibition which this year features over 100 striking images including grey seals, golden eagles, weasels and water voles. The Park was recently awarded ‘Gold’ for Sustainability in the Dorset Tourism Awards and fifty-
Paul Colley’s ‘Hello Ducky (Brown Trout and Mallard Duck)’. Photographed in GoodworthClatford, Hampshire, it was Highly Commended in the Animal Behaviour category
five percent of the animals featured in the exhibition have been sighted, if not photographed, there. Moors Valley is also is one of ‘ the best places in the UK for dragonflies and home to all six species of British reptile as well as a highly successful water vole reintroduction programme. This year’s BWPA overall winning shot, ‘Hitchhikers’, was not taken on land but underwater off the Island of Hirta in Scotland and features what awardwinning photographer George Stoyle describes as ‘one of the largest jellyfish I’ve ever encountered’. The amazing folds, frills and kaleidoscopic colours of this giant lion’s mane jellyfish should make ‘Hitchhikers’ a winner, but it is the shoal of shimmering fish finding sanctuary amongst its tangle of stinging tentacles that make this unique picture really stand out. Nearer to home, highly commended images include Jane Morgan’s closeup of a feathery, tentacled fan worm in Weymouth, Dorset whilst Wiltshire images include Mark Bridger’s Roe deer in a field furrow in Salisbury, and 14-year old Harry King’s image of a short eared owl taken at Wroughton’s Barbury Castle. Wiltshire is also home to category winner Nick Upton, whose images detailing the monitoring and tracking of harvest mice won the documentary series award. Hampshire is represented this year with two highly commended images
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from Paul Colley featuring the amazing underwater colours of the county’s freshwater fish. Chris Packham, TV presenter and naturalist said, “The British Wildlife Photography Awards generates an incredible catalogue of splendid, exciting, imaginative and artistic images, proving beyond doubt that we have the richest palette of life to celebrate in our own backyard. Anyone passionate about protecting and preserving wildlife will be inspired by the British Wildlife Photography Awards, which has done more than any other award to raise the profile of British wildlife”. Moors Valley Communication Ranger, Katie Davies said, “With so many stunning photographs on show this exhibition is proof that you don’t have to travel far from home to capture some
amazing images. Moors Valley is home to so many different animal species that whatever type of photography you are interested in, the park and forest can offer some great opportunities to try out your skills. Even in winter there are plenty of species around including visiting wildfowl like shovellers and teal, early morning species such as roe deer, and the usually shy and retiring water voles.” The British Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition opens daily in the Visitor Centre at Moors Valley Country Park. It is free to view. Parking charges apply. For more information go to www.moorsvalley.co.uk or call the Rangers on 01425 470721. The 2017 British Wildlife Photography Awards opens for entries in early February. Details can be found at www.bwpawards.org.
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On Your Plot Now is the time to go undercover It’s still pretty chilly during February but planting seedlings under glass (or plastic) can give you a great start for the season ahead. A bit of time and money invested now in a polytunnel or greenhouse will give you benefits for years to come. Can’t wait for Spring to come? There are plenty of vegetables that can be started off indoors now.
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• Erect a cold frame, polytunnel or greenhouse • Plant out onion sets • Sow tomatoes indoors • Chit seed potatoes • Sow early beetroot and summer cabbages • Plant soft fruit bushes The days are getting a little longer, green shoots are starting to appear and we’re all just itching to get out in the garden now. Just one problem - it’s still likely to be blooming cold! Extremes in weather are typical for this month so even if we do have a warmer spell I wouldn’t be in too much of a hurry to start sowing seeds outdoors. It’s at this time of year that having some undercover growing space is a real boon not least because it’s so much more of a pleasure working in a protected environment, basking in the glory of those few rays of sun, than it is feeling a gale force wind that seems as it if’s come straight from the arctic! If you don’t have a greenhouse, polytunnel or cold frame then why not think about investing in one now? Get it built in February and you can get a head start on many plants for the season to come. Which is best? Consider the space available - if space is limited then a cold frame, may be a good option. Green houses can offer lots of benefits but are generally not a great idea if your garden is also the kids play area and they can be hugely expensive. On the plus side, they are not easy to get rid of so if you’re prepared for a bit of work
you may be able to pick up a second-hand one very cheaply providing you are happy to dismantle and move it yourself (try free cycle). We opted for a polytunnel, which was very reasonable in price and gave us several weekends of entertainment building it. Follow the instructions carefully, don’t rush it and you’ll need at least 2 of you when it comes to putting the plastic on. With both greenhouses and polytunnels you need to remember that they can become very hot in the summer and ensure that adequate ventilation is available. So, now that you have this great new space what can you plant in it? Early tomatoes can be started off in pots and if you plant some summer cabbages now you can get them established and benefit from a crop by late spring or early summer. Cucumbers, beetroot, leeks and lettuces can also be sown indoors and if you want to try something a little more exotic why not plant some peppers, aubergines and even a melon? This is also a good month to think about soft fruit. Most fruit bushes, trees and canes need time to get established before you start to get a good yield and it is easy to overlook them in favour of crops that give a quicker return. If you don’t have any fruit growing on your plot how about adding just one type of fruit each year? You could plant raspberry canes this month, or incorporate a gooseberry or blackcurrant bush into your border. If you have pot grown strawberries that have spent the winter indoors then place them outside as they will only flower after exposure to cold weather. Plants that have over wintered outside can be brought in now.
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Everybody, everybody, everybody should be checking if they can slash the cost of car insurance right now. Okay, I accept not having a car is a good excuse, but don’t ignore this just because you’re ‘not at renewal’ - even then big savings may be possible. The reason for this warning is that car insurance costs have rocketed by 16% over the last year, according to the AA, and it’s saying it “can’t see an immediate end” to the rises. Yet when you get car insurance the price is fixed for the year, so by locking into a policy now you effectively future proof against rises. So here are my 10 need-to-knows, though for far more help in every scenario, see my mammoth www.mse.me/carinsurance guide. 1. To find the cheapest price at speed – combine comparison sites then add those they miss. There’s no one cheapest insurer, as prices are set individually. So, the aim is to check as many quotes as possible, quickly and easily. Comparison sites do that, but they don’t all cover the same insurers or even give the same price for the same insurer. So… a) Use two or three of the biggies: www. moneysupermarket.com, www.gocompare. com, www.confused.com and www. comparethemarket.com. (Open all the windows at the same time, then cut and paste your info across.) b) A couple of the big insurers like www. DirectLine.com and www.Aviva.co.uk aren’t
on them. Yet they can be competitive, especially if you’ve no convictions and a clean licence, so check these separately too, as they can lead to big savings. Also, there can be special promo deals not included - there’s a list at www.mse.me/ insurancedeals. And remember always check that the policy has the right level of cover for you. 2. Not at renewal? What you can do. If the predictions are correct and prices keep moving up, today’s prices will soon look cheap. Plus, many are overpaying already, especially those who just auto-renew each year. RENEWAL WITHIN 60 DAYS? Some firms such as www.Aviva.co.uk, www.LV.com and www.Nationwide.co.uk give quotes valid for 60 days so get one now, then check against quotes at renewal time. As @dimuthuj7 tweeted: “@MartinSLewis Renewal £521. Quote a month ago, which was honoured, of £319. Thanks.” MIDWAY THROUGH A POLICY? Many wrongly think you can only switch at renewal, but you can do it at any stage. Check if you can get a cheaper policy now. If so, provided you’ve not claimed, for a £50ish admin fee (factor that in), you can usually cancel and get the rest of the year refunded. You won’t earn the year’s noclaims bonus, but if it means you save now and prevent future price rises, it can be a big winner. The impact of this can@MoneySavingExpert be big, as @
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3. Check multi-car policies if you’ve more than one car in the home. A few insurers offer special discounts if you have more than one car in the home – but comparison sites can’t include these deals, so do it manually. www.Admiral.com Multicar gives discounts of up to 25%, depending on how many cars you insure. You can also get discounts by linking the household standalone policies with Churchill, Direct Line and Privilege. The savings here could be huge. Equally, they can be a rip off; it’s about trial and error. 4. Comprehensive cover may be cheaper than third party. Bizarrely, merely selecting comprehensive means some insurers see you as a lower risk, and it lowers the price, so always check comprehensive too if you want the cheapest. 5. Adding an extra driver could cost less. Again, counter-intuitively adding another person to the policy can bring down your premium, as the average risk is reduced. It’s especially strong if you’re a young driver adding a responsible older driver, but can work for others too as Bouncybubbles told me: “Quoted £900 from £500 previous year. By comparing then adding my husband I got it down to £298.” 6. Legitimately tweak your job title. You can’t claim to be the Chancellor if you’re a pole dancer (or vice-versa), but many people have wide ranging roles. So by tweaking your job description you might find your quote is lower. Like @RPJ_ Webster93 who tweeted: “@martinslewis
Thanks to your ‘reword job title’ tip my car insurance quote reduced by £500.” He legitimately changed his job title from ‘council worker’ to ‘civil servant - cleric’. 7. Don’t ‘pay monthly’ – it doesn’t exist. Insurers may call it paying monthly, but actually they loan you the year’s cost and while a few are interest free, most charge often hideous interest. The worst offender I’ve seen charges up-to-93% APR interest. So, check and if it’s costly, pay upfront if you can. If not, try to get one of the many yearlong-plus 0% credit cards. Just ensure you pay it off over the year, then there’s no cost. 8. Consider installing a ‘black box’. This device is the tech (officially called ‘telematics’) insurers put inside your car to monitor how you drive and when. It’s especially useful for younger drivers facing hefty costs via other means, though if your mileage is limited and you don’t drive at peak times or late at night, it can work well too. 9. Got special circumstances and struggling? Speak to a broker. If your circumstances aren’t normal, getting insurance can be tough. Often getting an insurance broker to find a bespoke policy for you can beat comparison sites. See www.biba.org.uk/find-insurance/ 10.Can you get cashback. Once you’ve found your cheapest policy check cashback websites like Quidco.com and TopCashback. co.uk to see if you can get any money back on the policy you’ve chosen if you buy it via them - this can be over £50, so is often worth it. Yet don’t let the cashback tail wag the dog. Choose the right policy first, then see cashback as an added extra (as it isn’t 100% guaranteed). @MoneySavingExpert
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Take a step back into 1920 & ‘30s New York City and through the doors of Harlem’s hottest nightclub, the fabulous ‘Cotton Club’! Featuring the Lindy Hop Dance Company & The Harry Stutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra! Tickets £20
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Thursday 23rd February 7.30pm
KIMMIE RHODES
We’re delighted to welcome singer-songwriter Kimmie Rhodes back to the Tivoli! Tickets £15.50
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MITCH BENN
Mitch Benn: Don’t Fear The Reaper UK Tour 2017! Tickets £15
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THE FLOYD EFFECT 2017
Back again in February 2017 - The music of Pink Floyd as it was meant to be.... Tickets £18.50 (advance) / £19.50 (door)
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SEANN WALSH
Off The Kerb Productions Presents: Seann Walsh One For The Road Tickets £14
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ALBERT LEE & BAND
Albert Lee returns to The Tivoli with his band in March 2017! Tickets £22.50
............................................................... Thursday 2nd March 7.30pm
DORSET BLUES NIGHT Tickets £15
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Motoring
Auto Biographies
Range Rover Evoque Convertible By Tim Barnes-Clay, www.carwriteups.co.uk You have got to ask why people spend so much on a piece of metal with a wheel attached to each corner. It almost seems a bit nutty when all most of us want is a tool to get us from A to B. But cars aren’t always about transportation. They can be about our emotions and our egos. Some of us use a new car as a status trophy – a badge of honour to show how well we’ve done in life. I suppose if we have a head-turner of a car in the Western world it’s about pleasure-seeking, too – and having an easier life. Let’s face it; we would rather have a shiny, luxurious car to travel around in than a rust bucket. And that need for self-satisfaction can overrule the down-to-earth side of us when we are selecting a car. Some of us kick the word ‘practicality’ to the kerb anyway. I mean, good grief, in Great Britain we purchase more convertibles than many other countries in the EU. Why is this? After all, the UK is often dank and cloudy. Again, it comes down to that feel-good factor. Going topless when there’s sunshine in our country produces a massive rush - well, it does for me, anyway. It’s a better remedy for melancholia than a happy pill from the GP, I’d bet. But being prescribed a drop top car isn’t likely to happen at the doctor’s! Speaking of fresh-air motoring, the Range Rover Evoque Convertible has been launched recently. The looks of this SUV take a bit of getting used to, but they grow on you. As the fifth fellow of the Range Rover club – and the first convertible – Land Rover believes the all-new car will play a key part in continuing Range Rover’s tale of success, forging a fresh SUV sector. If industry professionals’ prophecies about a 20 per cent expansion in the international SUV market over the next five years prove accurate, then, the car firm has nothing but sunbeams heading towards it. The Range Rover Evoque Convertible has a material roof that can be triggered on the move – as long as the SUV isn’t doing more than 30mph.The five-layer top will fold down in around 18 seconds and it will go back up in approximately 21 seconds. Inside, the colossal InControl Touch Pro nav is pleasing – and, more crucially, it works very well. Genuinely, the pinch-to-zoom function is as quick as Apple’s iPad or iPhone. The Range Rover Evoque drop-top will seat four people and, for a convertible, it has an adequate 251-litre load area, too. The other good thing is that the roof opens and closes inaudibly and it tucks
away compactly, instead of piling-up on the car’s tailgate. You can go for either a petrol unit or a diesel engine, buoyed by turbo power. This is all linked up to a smooth-operating ninespeed automatic ‘box, and all-wheel drive. The 2.0 turbo diesel is the best engine if you’re after economy, returning around 49.6mpg on average. The diesel Evoque Convertible shifts from zero to 62mph in 10.3 seconds, which is 1.3 seconds longer than the hard-top Coupe’s sprint - but both manage a top end of 121mph. The 240PS petrol propelled power unit is nippier, getting to 62mph in 8.6 seconds. On and off-road, the non-tin-top SUV seems just as gifted as its hard-topped sibling – with indistinguishable clearances, and a mutual 500mm wading depth. Indeed, at the car’s European launch in the French Alps, the Evoque Convertible worked its way up, down – and through - everything asked of it – including deep snow. I doubt many motorists going for a roofless Range Rover will take the trouble with the off-roading part – but it is reassuring to know the SUV can do more than just look sexy in affluent suburbs. The all-new Range Rover Evoque Convertible is being made at Land Rover’s Halewood plant, alongside the five-door and Coupe versions, and it is on sale in over 170 markets around the world. Prices kick off at around £47,500, which is £5,200 more than a Range Rover Evoque Coupe with a roof.
Pros ‘n’ Cons • Good Looking √ • Pleasurable √ • Sophisticated√ • Talented on & off road √ • Pricey X
Fast Facts (HSE Dyn Lux) • Max speed: 121mph • 0-62 mph: 10.3 secs • Combined mpg: 49.6 • Engine: 2.0l 4cyl turbo diesel electric • CO2: 149 g/km • Price: £51,700
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7DVWHV VR JRRG Vegetable Lasagne
A variant on the usual meat based lasagne, packed with healthy vegetables for a filling and satisfying meal at lunch or dinner time. Serve with a fresh green salad and bread of your choice.
Ingredients for 4 servings 1 onion, chopped 75g carrots, sliced 75g courgette 3 tbsp. vegetable oil 75g aubergine 50g button mushrooms 50g sweetcorn 1 small garlic clove, crushed 225g can of chopped tomatoes pinch of mixed herbs 8 tbsp. grated cheese 3 tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. ƉůĂŝŶ ŇŽƵƌ ½ pint milk 4-5 sheets pre-cooked lasagna pasta Salt & pepper
Oven: Pre-heat to 180C/350f/Gas 4 Finely chop the onion and carroty and dice the courgette and aubergine. Thinly slice the mushrooms. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the vegetables until softened. Add the garlic, tomatoes, herbs, and sweetcorn and bring to the boil. Then cover and simmer for about five minutes. Melt the butter in a pan and then stir in the flour, add the milk slowly, stirring until the mixture thickens and boils. Stir in half of the grated cheese and some salt and pepper for taste. Spoon about a third of the vegetable mix into a shallow oven proof dish, add a little white sauce, the add a lasagna sheet and continue to layer in this way until the last layer is white sauce. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and cook for around 50 minutes until browned on top. Serve with fresh herbs on top.
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Plant of the month Heather
There are hundreds of varieties of Heather, which is an easy to grow, low maintenance plant for your garden borders or pots. Adding colour to your garden, you can plant different species at different times A popular, basic species is a Mediterranean Shrub. With white, pink or purple flowers, this evergreen shrub blooms late winter and Spring to a height of around 6-12 inches. Heather is best planted in Spring and early Autumn, in acidic soil with good drainage. If your plants are autumn flowering, you’ll need to prune them in the spring by removing old woody stems. Try mixing up different types of heather in each pot for bright colour and variety to your garden.
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Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... Accountants Ward Goodman........................26
Computer Services PCs Made Simple...................... 9
Outdoor Pursuits Moonfleet Adventure Sailing....33
Barbers Stacey’s Barber Shop................37
Draininge Services All Drains Cleared.....................17 First Call Services......................27
Oven Cleaners Oven King.................................12
Bars & Restaurants Banana Wharf.......................... 7 Bathrooms Canford Bathrooms.................. 3 P L H Heating & Bathrooms......31 Beds The Bed Store........................... 5 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds............................. 3 Tuscany Blinds..........................45 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................34 Carpets & Flooring Carpet Barn.............................. 5 Peter Newman Flooring............ 9 Community News Adventures of Nellie.................28 British Wildlife Photography Exhibition at Moors Valley.....32 Dolphin Centre wins Environmental Award............20 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Winter Wildlife Watching......16 Liam Openshaw crowned World Champion.................... 8 Martin Lewis: Car Insurance.....38 Motoring: Evoque Convertible....42 On your plot: Now is the time to go undercover . .........36 Plant of the Month: Heather....45 Poole Town Football Club.........22 Priest’s House Museum............18 Residents and evidence back change to local government....14 Tastes so good: Vegetable Lasagne.................44 What’s On at The Tivoli............40
Electricians First Call Services......................27 Lytchett Bay Electricals............. 6 Estate & Letting Agents Anthony David..........................48 Turners......................................37 Financial Services Ward Goodman........................26 First Aid Training 3rg Training..............................26 Garage Services MTS Motors..............................43 Garden Services Jon Stokes Garden Services.......17 Gifts & Coffee Shops Molly’s Den...............................26 Health & Fitness Shake ‘n’ Tone...........................19 Slimming World........................ 6 Insurance Brokers Coversure Insurance.................15 Locksmiths Landmark Locksmiths...............34 Poole Key..................................12 Loft Conversions & Services Loft Services..............................26
Plumbing & Heating First Call Services......................27 Gas Tec Heating & Plumbing....12 P L H Heating............................31 Ultraheat Plumbing & Heating.... 1 Puzzles & Competitions Crossword.................................30 Kids Page.................................. 6 Prize Wordsearch......................35 Sudoku......................................30 Residential Care Homes Care South: Dorset House.........17 Royal Bay Homes......................21 Salt Suppliers Wessex Salt...............................26 Social Meeting Groups Oddfellows Friendly Society......23 Takeaways Spice House.............................. 2 Trading Standards Borough of Poole......................31 Trailer Sales & Services Wessex Trailers......................... 6 Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons..................13
Model Shops Platform Models.......................31
Windows, Doors & Conservatories Cloudy2Clear Windows.............11 Mr Demister.............................41 Pure Windows..........................24
Osteopaths Parkstone Osteopaths.............. 3
Worktops Portman Stone..........................63
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