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At this time of writing, I have all my ﬁngers crossed that we are eating inside as well as outside with family and friends and all the statistics are staying low. We may have even hugged a family member or two! Oh, what freedom. All those ‘normal’ activities of popping round to see someone, having a good old chat, shaking hands to say Hello and indeed Goodbye, a peck on the cheek or in fact a huge hug for the grandchildren. We can do that again! It is so exciting. Let’s keep vigilant and keep washing Advertise with us those hands to make this go right Take your business to new heights and keep our freedom. I never with our aﬀordable advertising thought I would be writing this… packages! Supply your own artwork or who would have ever thought? With that in mind our wonderful local trades and services are here to welcome you with open arms too. Give them a call, ask for their advice and book them in. I am as pleased as ever to see our advertisers productive. Please do mention us when making those allimportant calls and do say “Hello!” from us. We love to keep them busy. We wish you a very jolly June. May you smile and enjoy a dinner or two out with good company! Very Best Wishes,

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Royalty Revered Celebrating 150 years since the opening of the Royal Albert Hall. It’s somewhat unfair that a landmark anniversary of the Royal Albert Hall’s long legacy won’t be celebrated on the exact date. In fact, when David Arnold – he of Bond, Independence Day and Sherlock soundtrack fame – takes to the stage in mid-July, it will be over three months late, given the South Kensington venue first opened its doors on March 29th 1871. The spectacular dome, which measures 20,000ft, sits above an auditorium that boasts a capacity of 5,272 people and is, of course, named after Prince Albert, the husband of Victoria. When the Covid-delayed celebrations begin, the Royal Albert Hall, in 2021, benefits from incredible acoustics, stateof-the-art sound systems, impeccable lighting and firstclass stage technology, yet so many other parts of the original venue still remain untouched, and that’s what gives it its unique charm.

The venue was funded out of the proﬁts from London’s Great Exhibition. Now Grade I-listed, it cost £200,000 to construct and took four years to complete. The ﬁrst performance was by Charles Gounod on May 8th 1972, as his orchestra played Handel’s Messiah. In respect of that landmark event, Messiah has been played every Good Friday afternoon at the venue since. Electric lighting was introduced shortly after the hall opened, and over the years arts and science exhibitions have utilised the space, with more events actually held in the outer rooms – over 400 per year – than the main auditorium. Tradition has always been at the heart of things – there were Sunday concerts for six decades up to the end of the World War II, and the Proms has a permanent place in the hearts of traditional music devotees.

The hall was partially bombed by the Germans in 1942, while moves to cure the ‘Albert Hall echo’ were put in place in the 1960s, with acoustic diffusing discs being hung from the ceiling. A £40m refurbishment programme was undertaken in 1996 and these days the Royal Albert Hall continues to promote various education and outreach projects. It’s a charity in its own right, and even boasts a performance database that lists each of the artists who have appeared at an estimated 30,000 events since 1871. Attendees are treated to unobstructed viewing, some incredible VIP boxes, private rooms, and awe-inspiring auditorium, and a gallery around the perimeter that houses bar and restaurant space. What’s more, one special person, each night, will ﬁnd themselves with the unexpected privilege of sitting on seat 87, row 11, under the K stalls in the main auditorium. It is an unassuming seat, but one that rests on the foundation stone that was laid by Victoria way back in 1867.

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All of our bedrooms are tastefully decorated and fully furnished and we encourage you to bring in your treasured keepsakes and photographs, not forgetting your favourite chair to create a more personalised environment in your room. Living with like-minded people offers companionship and an active social life. With a wide variety of daily entertainment and activities available it offers the opportunity to continue with a hobby or to even try your hand at a new one. For those quiet moments you can relax in comfort in one of our many lounges.

The home boasts an extensive garden and a relaxing pond area, enabling time to be spent in the great outdoors relaxing on the patio or enjoying a spot of gardening. A highlight of the day is the appetising home cooked meals provided by our onsite chefs. Using fresh local produce they offer plenty of choice and variety as well as the chance to dine with others.

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Ramsay’s Revival Top chef Gordon Ramsay outlines the food trends we should look out for in 2021. It says a lot that in a Twitter post published on New Year’s Day, Gordon Ramsay decided to use the opportunity to tell the year 2020 to, well… let’s just say ‘not come back’. While the global Covid pandemic has turned a lot of us into accomplished, skilled, proﬁcient home cooks (in our own minds, at least, if not in reality), the effect it’s had on the chefs, staff and restaurateurs of the world’s best restaurants has been less positive. Most establishments have endured almost a year of closure – Ramsay’s portfolio of high-quality restaurants included. It’s a factor that has led to something of an accidental food revolution in our homes. “With every disaster there is an upside and a downside,” he says. “While a lot of industries have been torn apart by Covid, it has been the making of others – think about the way we buy stuff over the internet, and home delivery of goods. Think too about cleanliness and hygiene… things that have always been of interest to me as a chef – we’re now all obsessed with it.

“In the same way, the fact we’re not going to restaurants hasn’t meant we’ve stopped eating – instead, people are discovering and developing new ways to enjoy food at home. As someone passionate about food, I can only support that; even if it’s cost me millions!” he says, referencing

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Classic Novels For You... Continued! What you may be missing

Last edition’s novel

In this series of articles I am trying to encourage more of you to read (or reread) classic novels, especially if you have not read a classic novel since schooldays. If you are not reading them, you may be missing out in a big way!

I hope you enjoyed Northanger Abbey. It is a good example of a novel that has much more to it than the film. You should have laughed your way through it. Were you at all frustrated by Catherine’s romance with Henry Tilney? Or was it amusing? Did you realise quickly Catherine’s suspicion that the General had mistreated his wife? How soon did you grasp the reasons for the General’s treatment of Catherine? It might be a good idea to share your experience with others. You might also (re-) read other Austen novels.

Problems you may think you have • The paragraphs are too long. You may have to be a little patient sometimes, especially in an early chapter. It will be worth finding the time to become absorbed in the book. • Plots drag on. Films are quicker. Reading novels takes too long. If all you want is the storyline, I agree. My point is that there is much more to a novel – and life! - than that. Aim to find the fascination in the novel! • Classics are about worlds in the past – not relevant today. You will be surprised if you think that. My first suggestion – Jamaica Inn – was a good example of how we can learn from the world of the past. Are the heroes or heroines of yesteryear so different from those in our times? Or the villains? • Classic novels have archaic prose and vocabulary. I would suggest that you keep reading at some speed. Most of the sense will come to you easily. Don’t let difficult words halt your reading. Remember that we are not studying these novels. A sentence or two that you do not ‘get’ is most unlikely to affect your understanding in general. Unless you really want to, don’t bother with Notes that explain. Just read and enjoy! 14

Silas Marner My next suggestion for you is George Eliot’s Silas Marner, a good introduction to her work, being relatively short and with an ordinary working man hero (who first appears as someone for dogs to bark at). You will again notice similarities with our recent lockdown as Silas starts building a new life – on his own. His ability to cope with his past, with unexpected and unusual fatherhood and with loneliness fascinated me. Ignore any Introduction by an Editor and read the first chapter. Then consider these questions before continuing: • Do you know a village like Raveloe? • Have you ever reacted to anyone as the villagers do to Silas at first? • How does Eliot gain your sympathy for Silas in Chapter 1? by Mervyn Blake

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There are no words that do justice in describing the past 15 months living in the midst of a pandemic world. The human cost has been tragic on many levels and will never be forgotten. Generally human kindness has shone through but can the same be said from businesses? Going forward, what can businesses learn and what should you expect from them? I feel very fortunate that the industry I work in has been able to continue and be relatively unaffected. We abided by lock-down rules for our office, and adapted our services to include remote, electronic support when necessary. Service to our clients was unaffected, albeit delivered in a different manner. In fact, we’ve been in contact with our clients more than ever during the depths of the post-pandemic stock market declines as we believe worrying times like that are exactly when our clients need us the most. I have a huge amount of sympathy for businesses who have not been able to open, or those in industries which have seen a dramatic drop in demand for their services. But I have also been very frustrated by businesses who seem to have forgotten the importance of their clients be it delaying refund money, poor service or now increasing prices beyond what is reasonablefundamentally taking advantage of their customers. As we get back to some kind of normality, how can we help? 1. Our Client Charter states: “We will always look after your best financial interests and treat you fairly”. We never forget that and are on your side! 2. Local, accessible office. The pandemic has shown that we can deliver our service remotely when necessary, and it works. However, for the majority of our clients (aged 50 plus) face to face advice is preferable and having a local office is critical in delivering that service. At a time when most financial institutions are closing offices to save money (aka increase profits further), we focus on what our clients want and need. 3. High quality, independent financial advice. Stewart and I are both Chartered Financial Planners and Fellows - the highest qualifications

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MUSIC FOR THE MIND

At St Michaels Church, Church Hill, Verwood BH31 6DZ. 4th Monday of the Month at 11.00am—12.30 excluding August. Singing meeting for people with memory problems. Aim is to give carer & cared for quality time together. FREE. For more info call Gwen on 01202 827800 .

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Supplies audio transcripts of local newspapers and non-political and non-sectarian magazines free to sight impaired people. Welcomes donations & help to read & edit. Contact: Peter Ansell 01425 475886

Helping people in the BH24 postcode area with transport for medical appointments and also has a BEFRIENDING service. Please contact us on 07933 202112. More drivers always welcome, please phone if you can spare a few hours a week.

Join us to maintain footpaths and enjoy organised walks, social activities and winter evening meetings. Membership Secretary: 01425 647499 www.rffs.org.uk

YOUNG AT HEART CLUB

Social club for the older community who meet on and Thursday afternoons each month, 2pm – 4.15pm, in the Activities Hall, Greyfriars, Ringwood. Contact Poppy Garvey 01425 477740.

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Meet in St Leonards & St Ives Village Hall every Friday morning from 9 until noon. Currently we operate in a socially distanced way so unfortunately we are unable to serve refreshments at present. But we are here to help you with any IT problems. Call 01425 476558 for info. Full programme of Leagues’ Bowls for both Ladies & Gents in the New Forest & B’mouth & District Leagues. Stuckton Road, Fordingbridge. Contact: Mr D C Jones 01425 657627 We promote the art of Fly Dressing/Tying. Wednesday evenings at 7pm - 9:30pm at Poulner Junior School, North Poulner Road, Ringwood, BH24 3LA. New members always welcome Secretary Peter Wildash: 07587000223, mayoflycraft@talktalk.net Visually impaired people meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday afternoon each month at Greyfriars Activities Centre, Ringwood Contact Kate Henderson 01425 476568 / Mary Peach 01425 470008

EDMONDSHAM CIRCLE DANCERS

Traditional and contemporary folk dances from around the world. No partners needed. Meeting on 1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays of each month from 7:30 – 9:45 in Edmondsham Village Hall. Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick on 01725 517807.

THE RINGWOOD AND BURLEY BAND

Practice evening, each Friday at 8pm - 10pm. Ebenezer Hall, Greyfriars, Ringwood. NEW PLAYERS WELCOME! Jane Lashmar: ringwoodandburleyband@mail.com

WESSEX SUGARCRAFTERS

Meet 3rd Monday each month at 7pm at Radnor Hall, Bodenham. New members & visitors very welcome. £5 inc refreshments. Info: Pat Jones 01258 452510 Doreen Simkins 01425 652085

VERWOOD TRAD JAZZ CLUB

Ringwood Conservative Club, 22 Christchurch Road, Ringwood. BH24 1DN on 3rd Thursday of the month. Good Food & Bar. Music from 7.30-10pm. (Doors open from 6.30pm). No membership required. Contact Geoff 07798 721405 or 01202 822038 This full symphony orchestra rehearses 7.30 pm Wednesdays at St Peter’s Senior Catholic School, St Catherine’s Rd, Southbourne. Contact conductor Sam Newgarth 01258 473073. sam@newgarth.fsnet.co.uk www.baps-orch.co.uk

BRAESIDE BOWLING CLUB

Mixed choir, singing harmony songs from around the world-African, gospel, Taize, folk etc. No auditions, beginners as well as experienced singers age 10 upwards. Meet at Greyfriars Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:30. Pay as you go. Contact Kirsteen McCormick 01725 517807. Meet at Avonway Community Centre at 7.30 pm alternate Wednesdays for a mixture of talks by top photographers and members’ shows constructively judged by experienced professionals. 01725 518448 www.fordingbridgecameraclub.org.uk At Godshill Village Hall, final Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm for musicians, any ability, who want to learn jazz. £4 per session, inc tea & biscuits. Derek Ayling, 01425 650770 or Hippotrain@btinternet.com

HEATHERLANDS SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB

We bowl from 7.30pm to 10 pm every Wed & Sun at St. Leonards & St. Ives Village Hall, Braeside Road. A gentle sport suitable for ladies as well as men. Ring George on 07831224945

FORDINGBRIDGE & DISTRICT U3A

Every 3rd Wednesday 2-4pm Fordingbridge Town Hall. Members also join activity groups according to interest. Info at u3asites.org.uk/ fordingbridge,Info packs in Fordingbridge library, or come to a meeting (£2 guest)Peter Woollett (memb. Sec) 01425 655490

RINGWOOD UNITARIANS

New group exploring and celebrating matters of spirituality, faith and conscience, asking you not telling you your faith. http://ringwoodunitarians.blogspot.co.uk or 07899 730181

GREYFRIARS PLAYREADING GROUP

Every Wednesday 2-4pm in Greyfriars, Ringwood. The repertoire spans 19th and 20th century drama and we put ‘feeling’ into our parts just like BBC Radio productions. We are short of male readers and would like to see some new faces! Contact Russell Webb 01425 476618

CROWE HILL W.I.

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ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION

Meets every 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm to 9.30 pm at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood. Monthly demonstrations by professional artists, also workshops and pottery afternoons. New Members welcome. Contact David Lowe 01425 482602 or www.ringwoodartsociety.org

Want to try woodturning? Come and join us at St Leonards & St Ives Village Hall Braeside Road St Leonards Ringwood BH24 2PH 1st Wednesday each month 7.15pm-9.30pm. for more details Contact: Nigel Lloyd Secretary on 07940 348776 or just come along Fordingbridge & District Branch No. 1321. Meet every 4th Thursday in the Month at Scout Hall, Fordingbridge 7.30pm. Open to all ex RAF & friends.

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Another month, another summer and halfway through 2021, could there be anywhere better to enjoy the season’s delights than in Dorset? From coastal paradises to an interesting connection to the French Royal Family, here is another handful of interesting and quirky facts from around Dorset to illustrate just how special our county is!

Dorset’s regal history is far from the county’s best kept secret however were you aware that surviving members of the French Royal Family were invited to Lulworth Castle during the carnage of the French Revolution. Among their number was the King of France, Charles X, to whom King George III was said to have gifted a large sum of money. Although their stay at Dorset’s grand castle was only for a brief time before the family PHOTO: NICK FEWINGS were to travel to Edinburgh, reportedly, upon catching sight of Lulworth Castle, King Charles X promptly burst into tears as its form reminded him of the French Bastille. Did you know that the rather romantically entitled Dancing Ledge, on the Isle of Purbeck, was once an important location for exporting Purbeck Stone? So called because at certain times the water’s edge covers the ledge giving it the appearance of dancing upon the water, Dancing Ledge was a popular location for many boats and ships. Interestingly one of its most renowned commissions was when Kent’s Ramsgate Harbour was under construction in the 18th and 19th centuries and this sturdy Dorset material, in hot demand, was taken directly from Dancing Ledge to Kent.

Today the word shrapnel is a common word in modern language however were you aware that shrapnel actually comes from a certain Colonel Henry Shrapnel who was a resident of the Manor House, Puncknowle for a period of time? The Colonel invented the weaponry as far back as 1784 and was recognised by the British Artillery several decades later in 1803, rising to commonplace usage in the first World War, causing countless injuries to soldiers. Home to some of the UK’s most expensive beach huts which are even more costly than three-bedroom houses, Hengistbury Head is one of Dorset’s prime locations for soaking up this coastal paradise. And no wonder! Just a stone’s throw away from Bournemouth and part of an area of Special Scientific Interest as well as a long list of other protective titles, this Dorset gem can also boast an extensive list of local flora and fauna with hundreds of varieties of plantlife and countless wildlife from rare insects like the thirteen-spotted ladybird to mammals and birds such as the purple heron!

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Have you heard the news? Hearing loss affects very many of us at some stage in our lives. We often try to ignore it, or deny it but the truth is it can be very frustrating, not only for the person with hearing loss, but also for their friends and family. Fortunately, it is frequently very straight forward to resolve. Local audiologist Heather Cowell says “In some cases a reduction in hearing can be down to something as simple as a buildup of ear wax. For others fitting a pair of the latest, tiny hearing devices can be a life changing moment.”

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Verwood Rotary Club on track for a Rustic 2021! Some good news from Verwood’s Rotary Club. The much loved Rustic Fayre which usually takes place on the last bank holiday Monday in August at Potterne Park Verwood, is definitely taking place this year. Ironically, this year it was not COVID-19 that threatened to scupper the fayre as we come out of lockdown – but the lack of portable loos ! Every event and camp site this year wants portable loos because of staycation Britain – but after numerous quips from colleagues about ‘having nothing to go on’ Rustic chairman Vern Harris is pleased to report that loos have been sourced and booked. Attractions at the fayre a looking very good too - with Adam’s Axemen, Punch and Judy, kids magic acts plus a barrel organ. A Spitfire fly past has also been arranged. Plenty of outdoor attractions in fact – including craft stalls and Classic Cars, a beer tent and a BBQ. 40

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Morrisons (in Store),VERWOOD 01202 826555 Chiltern Drive, Verwood Mon - Fri: 9-1, 2-8, Sat: 9-1, 2-6, Sun: 10-1 Verwood Pharmacy, VERWOOD 01202 828499 Lake Road Surgery, Lake Road, Verwood. Mon: 7am-11pm, Tue-Fri: 6.30am-11.30pm, Sat: 7am-11pm. www.pharmland.co.uk V-06/21

Police Stations Verwood Police Station Non emergencies: dial 101 verwood@dorset.pnn.police.uk

Recycling

Samaritans

Bretts Pharmacy, ASHLEY HEATH High Street, Ashley Heath. Mon - Fri: 9-5:30, Sat: 9-1

Verwood Fire Station 01702 691000: Non emergencies

EMERGENCIES - 999 and ask for ‘police’

Dr H J L Morris And Partners 01425 653430 The Surgery, 12 Park Lane, Alderholt Dorset Emergency Care

EMERGENCIES ONLY: Dial 999 and ask for ‘Fire Service’

VERWOOD RECYCLING 01202 828083 www.hants.gov.uk Somerley, Verwood Road, Ringwood 1 April - 30 Sept: 9am - 6pm 1 Oct - 28 Feb: 9am - 4pm 1 March - 31 March: 9am - 5pm

Puzzle Page Answers Suko #004 Solution Place the numbers 1 to 9 in the squares so that the number in each circle is equal to the sum of the numbers in the four surrounding squares. You must also make sure that each colour total is correct.

9 6 3 22

7 1 5 18

8 4 2 5

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Sudoku Solution #004 8 9 1

7 6 5

2 3 4

4 5 3

2 9 8

1 7 6

2 6 7

4 1 3

5 8 9

7 3 2

5 4 1

9 6 8

5 1 6

8 7 9

4 2 3

9 4 8

6 3 2

7 1 5

6 8 5

9 2 7

3 4 1

3 2 4

1 5 6

8 9 7

1 7 9

3 8 4

6 5 2

• First select a number/operator and than apply it to a sudoku cell.

Quick Crossword Solution #004

Answers: Across: 2. Pub, 5. Affair, 7. Easter, 9. Ionisations, 10. Heaven, 11. Wolves, 13. Thirst, 16. Toecap, 18. Feasibility, 19. Retype, 20. Engine, 21. Tap. Down: 1. Office, 2. Prison, 3. Bestow, 4. Newsie, 6. Anniversary, 8. Shouldering, 10. Hat, 12. Sap, 14. Huffed, 15. Toilet, 16. Tricep, 17. Anyone

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USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS Police / Crime

Utilities / Emergencies

Verwood Police Station

101

Wimborne Police Station Crimestoppers

101 0800 55 51 11

Local Councils & Agencies

Police, Fire & Ambulance Emergency Electricity - SSE Emergency Gas - Emergency

999 08000 72 72 82 0800 111 999

BT Faultline

0800 800 151

Water - Bournemouth Water

01202 59 00 59

Dorset Council Verwood Town Council Wimborne Town Council

01305 22 10 00 01202 82 08 80 01202 88 16 55

- Southern –leaks 0800 820 999 Sewerage–Southern-emergency 0330 303 0368 (& water)- Wessex 0345 600 4600

Colehill Parish Council

01202 88 00 49

Environment Agency Floodline(warnings & Advice)

0800 80 70 60 0345 988 11 88

Citizens Advice Bureau - Ferndown - Wimborne Visitor Information—Wimborne

01202 70 41 69 111 01202 30 36 26 01202 48 63 61 01202 66 55 11 01722 33 62 62 023 8077 72 22 01202 85 64 10

National Rail Enquiries 0345 748 49 50 National Express Coaches 0871 781 81 81 Bournemouth Airport 01202 36 40 00 Southampton Airport 0844 481 7777 Traveline (Bus, Coach, Ferry & Rail) 0871 200 22 33 AA (Automobile Association) 0800 88 77 66 RAC (Royal Automobile Club) 0333 2000 999 Wilts & Dorset Bus Enquiries 01202 33 84 20

Information

Hospitals Bournemouth A&E NHS Non Emergency Bournemouth Hospital Christchurch Hospital Poole Hospital Salisbury Hospital Southampton Hospital Wimborne Hospital

01202 89 38 38 01202 88 47 38 01202 88 61 16

Travel

Helplines Samaritans

01202 551 999

Childline

0800 11 11

Drinkline National Debtline RSPCA -Ashley Heath Al-anon (10am-10pm) year round Relate-Dorset & South Wilts Community Legal Advice Direct

0300 123 1110 0808 808 40 00 0300 123 07 49 0207 403 0888 01302 380 900 0345 345 43 45

NSPCC Age Uk Seniorline Alcoholics Anonymous, 24 hours: National Drugs Helpline

0808 800 50 00 01202 530 530 0808 800 65 65 0845 769 75 55 0800 77 66 00

Post Offices

Library

VERWOOD 01202 829712 11 Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS. Mon - Sat 9am - 5.30pm

VERWOOD 01202 822972 1, Manor Road, Verwood, BH31 6DS Opening Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs 10 - 1, 2 - 5. Wednesday CLOSED. Fri 10 - 1, 2 - 7. Sat 9 - 1. For younger readers: Rhyme Time, Story Time, Chatterbooks and other activities in the School Holidays. Various Monthly Adult Group Sessions Citizens Advice Bureau Drop-in on 1st & 3rd Thursday each month. 10am - 1pm Comprehensive Information Service inc. Public Computer Network, & Photocopier facilities. Home Library Service for housebound residents.

CRANBORNE

01725 517210

Cranborne Stores, 1, The Square, Cranborne, Dorset, BH21 5PR. Mon - Fri 6am – 6pm. Sat 6am – 5pm. Sun 8.30am - 1pm

THREE LEGGED CROSS 01202 822002 Verwood Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6RJ Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm. Sat 9am – 12.30pm

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Garage Services

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