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Better Care @ Home is a CQC rated OUTSTANDING private care agency looking to recruit PART TIME domiciliary health care workers for services within the Christchurch, and Highcliffe areas. Better Care @ Home has a unique ethos as we not only focus on personalised intervention to meet the needs of our clients, we also liaise closely with other healthcare professionals to rehabilitate and empower our private clients within the community. Experience is not essential, as full hands on training will be provided you will also have the opportunity to gain the Care Certificate. Other benefits include: • Monthly rotas in advance • Pay £10 per hour depending on experience, time and a half on bank holidays, double time for Christmas. • Uniform • Generous mileage rates • Regular clients, regular route, minimum travel time. • Pension • Employee’s assistance programme • DBS covered by us. We are looking for individuals that can work from 0700-14.30 and 1600-20.30 and are able to drive with their own car. We are committed to keeping you job satisfied, so flexible days are available. If these hours look attractive to you and you wish to work part time, you are hard-working, caring, fun and friendly then please contact Joannah at:
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The Southbourne Link
What an exciting year it has been for us. We do hope that you can look back and see improvements you have made and that you have also had a successful year. December certainly gets busy with all that extra shopping for presents, tidying the house for visitors and generally having more to do than usual. As if life is not already busy enough!
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It is also a time of year that we think of others less fortunate than ourselves. The team here at Dorset Directories has been very proud to work with Wave 105 and create some needed donations for our disadvantaged children here in the South with the “Cash for Kids” Appeal. Our very loyal advertisers have sponsored this, and we really want to thank them from the bottom of our hearts for their extremely generous donations. In total we have raised over £1500! Please acknowledge each of them. They can be seen next to “Rabbits, Kindness and Mission Christmas” article.
Copy deadline for the January 2020 edition: With 2020 just around the corner, it is time to 9th December 2019
Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the publisher cannot accept any liability to any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. The Southbourne Link does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the publication. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.
reflect on what we want to achieve this coming year. Here at the Link we will continue to provide you with local news, data and our all-important local trades and services. It is vital that we keep our local economy thriving. Every time you make a call and book one of our trades people you are helping this enormously. We Thank you for that. From All of us here, we Wish you a Merry Christmas!
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Where can you still find a local optician who will see you personally and look after your eye care needs from the sight test to dispense? Where will you be sure to be seen by the same optician every time, who cares about offering you a service, and who won’t be happy until you are completely happy? That will be BOURNEMOUTH VISION CENTRE, where Mr Bernie Dexter has been looking after the eyes of the Southbourne community for the past 30 years. Our receptionists are chosen for their warmth and empathy. They are trained to help you to choose just the right frame for you. Mr Dexter has over 40 years of experience as an optometrist, and through extensive ongoing training is up to date with all the advancements in modern eye care. We operate a price match policy. The health of your eyes is our concern Find us at 63 Southbourne Grove, BH6 3QU ai157053579710_Hengist Christmas ad-148x104-2019.pdf 1 08/10/2019 12:56:41 or call us on
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Community News
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Calling all book lovers! A popular home library service, run by Royal Voluntary Service, the national volunteering organisation, is looking to grow its service for housebound readers in the BCP Council area. The Home Library Service brings books to people who can no longer get to a library. It operates from most libraries in Dorset, Poole and Bournemouth. Volunteers deliver books and share their love of reading with the people they visit. They are a friendly face and a regular visitor to those whose mobility and social interactions are limited, and they provide a useful check on the safety and well-being of their readers, too. One of our readers commented: “It is an excellent service; it’s a real delight when it is hard to get to the library oneself. The volunteer is so friendly, they may be the only person I shall see all day.”
offers a vital link to the local library. The service enables them to carry on doing something they’ve always enjoyed and helps alleviate feelings of isolation and loneliness.” The Home Library Service is delivered free of charge; it is not only for older people, but for anybody who finds getting to the library difficult, including carers. To find out more or to request the service please contact the Royal Voluntary Service office on 01305 236666, or e-mail Maria on maria. jacobson@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk. Alternatively you can speak to the staff at your local library.
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Maria Jacobson, service manager for Dorset and BCP Home Library Services, says, “For people who enjoy reading or listening to an audio recording but find getting out of the house challenging, this service
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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 Southbourne 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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Community News
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Hendy Toyota invites children to enter 2020 Dream Car Art Contest Hendy Toyota in Bournemouth and Salisbury are encouraging local children to use their creative skills and imaginations to design vehicles for the future in the 2020 Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. Entries are now open in the UK stage of this global competition which invites children up to the age of 15 to create a form of transport or technology that gives people the freedom of movement on land, sea or air while protecting the world’s natural environment. Entrants are asked to draw or paint their dream vehicle against a background that shows how and where they imagine it being driven. The artwork should be accompanied by a short explanation of how the vehicle works and what makes it special. Submissions must be handdrawn or painted, and paper must be A3 size or smaller.
will be put forward into the global competition for the opportunity to win a trip to Japan in 2021.
Julian Saunders, brand manager at Hendy Toyota, says: “This competition provides a fantastic opportunity for children to use their creativity to draw or paint their dream vehicle, a next generation vehicle that can benefit the planet - whether that be a vehicle that collects rubbish on land or sea or perhaps a mode of transport that collects and cares for the homeless. As we represent the Toyota brand in Dorset and Wiltshire, we encourage the regions children to enter the UK competition with the chance to go onto the global stage and be recognised for their creative skills.” Entry forms can be downloaded at www.toyota.co.uk/dreamcar and the closing date for entries is 20 January 2020.
The age categories are eight and under, eight to 11 and 12 to 15 years old and there will be gold, silver and bronze winners in each category. Prizes include iPads and tablets and the winning entries
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Wildlife News
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Talking about Wildlife...
Fascinating Fungi Fungi don’t fit into the plant or animal kingdoms but into an entire category of their own. The Fungi kingdom is a large group of organisms that includes yeasts, moulds, and, of course, mushrooms. Found everywhere - in the soil, in water, on and within plants, and even in the human body - fungi are essential to life on earth and they have a fascinating biology. Fungi play an important role within our ecosystems, helping to recycle nutrients from dead or decaying organic matter releasing carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus into the soil and the atmosphere. Without fungi, these recycling activities would be seriously reduced, and we would have a lot more decaying material around our feet. They are important directly as food for us, with many edible mushroom species grown and harvested for sale and some mushrooms and truffles considered as delicacies. While mushrooms aren’t a large proportion of what we eat day to day, fungi are also widely used in the production of many other foods and drinks such as cheeses, beer and wine, and bread. Fungi are also vitally important for the good
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growth of most plants and crops. In 1885, German biologist Albert Bernard Frank coined the word “mycorrhiza” to describe this symbiotic relationship in which fungus grows around plant roots. This gives the plants greater access to water and minerals such as phosphorus and nitrogen and even increases their immunity. In exchange, the plant provides carbohydrates and other nutrients to the fungi. Dorset Wildlife Trust manages many nature reserves to support and benefit all kinds of wildlife, including fungi. In west Dorset, Kingcombe Meadows and Powerstock are some of the best places in England to find fungi species, many of them rare, all of them beautiful. The huge variation in geology and plant life at Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve ensures a variety of habitats which allows for a larger variety of fungus species than one would expect in a few hundred acres. The Kingcombe Centre’s 2020 programme of events is now live, which includes Fungi courses, so you can learn more about this fascinating subject. Visit www.kingcombe.org. uk for more information and to book. By Susannah Lynn, Volunteer
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What’s On 2019… 30th Nov ‘19 - 2nd Jan ‘20 Artisans on the Beach Swanage Sea Front, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1LB Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout December, the Artisans on the Beach will be offering creations of every description. Short of ideas for Christmas or simply can’t think of where to get that one thing that just does not seem to be available elsewhere, then look here, you might well be on to a winner.
7th December 2019 Vintage Brass Christmas Celebrations St Christopher’s Church, Arnewood Rd, Bournemouth BH6 5DW Christmas Concert (in aid of Cancer Research) at St Christophers Church Southbourne at 7:00 pm Tickets: £7.00.
12th December 2019 Poole Lantern Parade Falkland Square, Poole, BH15 1ER Get that festive feeling as Poole Lantern Parade lights up the town with beautifully crafted handmade lanterns. Leaving Falkland Square at 6pm, join
the parade through the town centre before arriving at the Guildhall for carols and mince pies.
14th - 31st December 2019 A Medieval Christmas Adventure Corfe Castle, Wareham Dorset, BH20 5EZ Dating back to medieval England, the Lord of Misrule tradition continues at Corfe Castle this Christmas. Join our very own mischief-maker as you journey through the castle ruins, learn about medieval traditions and join in with games, dances and entertainment to brighten the long cold winter. Free admission to the event, normal entry charges apply. Tel 01929 481 294. 10 nights please check web site for details.
29th Nov - 24th Dec 2019 Santa’s Workshop The Ark, Poole Park, Poole, BH15 2SF Come and make reindeer food, write a letter to Santa, and paint your own tree decoration and finish with a magical visit to Santa and collect your gift. Booking required 24 hours in advance www.thearkpoolepark.co.uk/santasworkshop. Cost £12.50 per head.
14th Dec 2019 to 14th Jan 2020 Christmas at Shire Hall Shire Hall Historic Courthouse, Dorchester
Come along to Shire Hall and immerse yourself in a Christmas extravaganza, with seasonal goodies in the café, festive music from the Crossways Handbell Ringers, Christmas craft workshops and glistening Christmas slime-making as well as a visit to Father Christmas in his grotto. Normal museum admission cost applies, Santa’s Grotto £4 per Child. 01305 261 849.
18th December 2019 Noel Noel with Bournemouth Sinfonietta Choir Sunninghill Community Hall, South Court, Dorchester, DT1 1EB Festive music, close harmony arrangements and readings, together with mulled wine and mince pies, will provide the perfect start to your Christmas celebrations. £18 per ticket, please book early 01722 701 511
21st Dec 2019 to 1st Jan 2020 Victorian Christmas at Beaulieu National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, SO42 7ZN Travel back in time and visit the Victorian Montagu family home this festive season. Visit us from 21 December - 1 January* to see what the Montagu family members would have been doing during the festive season of 1889.
*Please note the Beaulieu attraction will be closed on Christmas Day. Tel: 01590 612345. For ticket prices and discounts please see National Motor Museum website.
31st December 2019 New Year’s Eve 2019: Bohemian Rhapsody SingAlong Regent Centre, 51 High St, Christchurch, BH23 1AS Experience this outstanding film featuring Rami Malek’s amazing Golden Globewinning performance as Freddie Mercury. Sing-along with lyrics on the screen to all your favourite smash hits including ‘We Will Rock You’, ‘Another One Bites The Dust’ and ‘We Are The Champions’. At the end of the film, get in the drinks for Big Ben which will be beamed in live by satellite on screen to welcome in 2020! Early booking for this New Year’s Eve special is strongly recommended.
7th January 2020 RSPB Arne – Nature Tots Arne Road, Wareham, BH20 5BJ Nature Tots at RSPB Arne is a monthly nature group aimed at preschool children aged between 2 ½ and 5 years old. Each session is £5 per child. Parking is now FREE for the duration of the event, please collect your voucher from The Welcome Hut in the car park. Booking is required. Tel: 01929 553360.
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Rabbits, Kindness and Mission Christmas What has big ears, a twitchy nose and is loved and adored by a small person? A Sylvanian Family rabbit to the average adult human looks like a small hard plastic rabbit covered in a velvet material – it stands, motionless on two feet. However, to the 5-year-old girl who received not only one rabbit but also a whole family of rabbits, this was her world over Christmas. A world she could escape into, make up stories and create imaginary lives. Lily* was one of the children who was helped by Wave 105 Mission Christmas. Identified by her school as a family in need of support, Lily and her dad had been through a rough time and were struggling financially. Dad as a single parent was trying to make ends meet by juggling work and looking after his daughter. They only just had enough money for basic needs – food and a roof over their head but certainly not enough for presents. Lily’s school contacted us and asked if we would add them to our list of families to help. Her teacher mentioned that all Lily wanted this Christmas was a Sylvanian Family animal and her dad had been scouring charity shops to find one but to no avail. Every day during December, an army of volunteers in Chandlers Ford were counting and sorting through the mountain of donated presents. Every day they checked for specifically requested toys but no luck for Lily. Then one morning towards the end of Mission Christmas, a van-load of presents was delivered from Sainsbury’s and in the midst of the trains, cars, dolls, teddies, books and Lego was a Sylvanian rabbit family and a house for them to live in. Lily’s teacher collected and gave them to her dad. Lily was able to play with her little family over Christmas and throughout the following year. This would not have happened without the generosity of individuals and companies who donate every year to Mission Christmas. Over 93,000 children and young people live in poverty in the south (SO, PO and BH postcodes)** which means these children do not eat a hot meal on a daily basis, have no central heating in their homes and do not own a full uniform to wear to school. During our annual Mission Christmas campaign, Wave 105 Cash for Kids asks the public to donate new and unwrapped gifts to help these disadvantaged youngsters, so they will have something to open on Christmas Day. Wave 105 Cash for Kids Charity Manager said, “Please help us again this year to support the most vulnerable children and families in the south. This is our community, helping our local children to have a Happy Christmas. You can make a positive difference to a young person’s life.’” For more information visit: www.wave105.com/mission *name changed to protect identity **www.endchildpoverty.org.uk
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Kaden runs in memory of Hero dad An 8 year-old local boy has raised almost £1,700 for charity after completing the Junior 1.5K at the Bournemouth Marathon Festival in memory of his Dad. Kaden Dugmore from Poole decided to run for Forest Holme Hospice because they had provided end-of-life care for his Dad, Karl, who passed away aged just 39 in August this year. Kaden sacrificed his playtime to train by competing in Sunday Park Runs or in the evenings with his Uncle Bodge, come rain or shine. He said, “I ran the Junior 1.5K in memory of my Daddy who was my Hero and lots of his friends called him ‘Legend’. Daddy loved to run whenever he could squeeze in the time from taking care of me. I know I will make him very proud. This is my first challenge and I hope there will be more.” Paul Tucker, Fundraising Manager at Forest Holme, said, “Kaden is a very special little boy and we are all so Kaden, with his late Dad, Karl
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touched by what he has done and absolutely overwhelmed with the amount he has raised. His Dad was clearly loved by many.” Forest Holme Hospice provides end of life care and support to more than 1,000 people each year with advanced cancer and other life-limiting illnesses across Poole, Wimborne and Isle of Purbeck, and Kaden’s mum Kimmie is very grateful for the care he received there. She said, “We would like to thank all of the staff at Forest Holme Hospice for the love, care and respect that you gave to Karl and our family while we were there. The dedication and support that you provide to your patients - there are no words to explain. We were truly touched and so appreciative of everything you did for us.”
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The Adventures of Daichi
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The Adventures of Daichi
The Dorset Directories Camper Van For anyone who is new to reading these fun pages, I would like to give you some background. They are meant to be a little tongue in cheek, family and friends orientated with places to visit around our wonderful southern coast and countryside. “Daichi” is a Japanese Nissan Elgrand, a converted Campervan who has a life of his own. He likes to show off and it is he that gets us out of the house, away from the computers and the TV, looking outwards. Daichi had his first criticism last month, a serious gentleman who did not see eye to eye with the “Dashing Dude’s” playful nature. You see, we like to bring a smile to your face and maybe lighten life up a bit. (We sincerely apologise to the gentleman who clearly did not react like this.) After-all there are plenty of things that do the opposite, so let’s not be too serious, let’s live a little, have some good old English entertainment and create some great memories. Here we go… again! Daichi really did his homework this month. Caring for the environment is so important and Daichi found something rather special. True to his nature, this area has a name that makes you instantly smile…
Stephen pretending to be David Bailey
A sighting of the lesser-spotted Debbie! “Slop Bog”. Yes, we went to Slop Bog! You can imagine my reaction, or maybe best not to. Actually, this is a fascinating place, situated just off the A31 to Ferndown and the B3072 to West Moors. It is an SSSI that is a Site of Special Scientific Interest! Not only is it a fascinating place to explore, but it was saved by a group of people who call themselves, “The Slop Bog Guardians”. How wonderful is that. Way back in 2003 trees were going to be felled and this group of dedicated locals got together to save the day. Their motto is - “To preserve and protect the character of Slop Bog Local Nature Reserve by maintaining a balance between the views of the local community and national conservation strategies”. Daichi is impressed. We had got all kitted out in wellies and raincoats, and Daichi had the coffee ready. He knows me well. Off we set, rather early for us as the weather was going to turn and we did not want to get caught in the bog and have to be air-rescued. (as if… remember the time Nellie got stuck in the mud…) As soon as you enter the bog area, there is the peaceful silence of wondrous
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29 nature, with a wall, a backdrop of constant swishing and humming from the hundreds of cars passing on the main road just on the other side of the majestic outline of trees. The difference between our busy, hustling, noisy lifestyle and the serenity of nature is unmissable. Not far into the bog we saw, what I thought was something burnt in the middle of a clump of trees… showing my ignorance, it turned out to be a food block, possibly a salt lick for the cows roaming around! The trampled muddy earth around it, made it look like a burning. Maybe I am once again showing the difference between our ‘dangerous environment’ which is all too often prevalent in the news and the calmness of what was actually before me. A very good reason to get out, away from our electronic age for a while. The British White Cattle even came over to say Hello and prove it was a feeding area! Stephen enjoyed doing his best David Bailey impersonation, taking lots of photos of the curious calf. We regrettably did not see any lizards, snakes or slow worms, or maybe this was a blessing as Daichi may have screeched off and left us stranded. In the summer this is a haven for butterflies and birds including Stonechats, Dartford Warbler,
Daichi’s welcome whistling kettle...
Cattle roam the heathland Nightjars, Snipes and the Greater Spotted Woodpecker. This day you could only see the Lesser Spotted Debbie… literally in my raincoat. Frogs love it here too and all sorts of funghi thrive in full glory. The beauty, the space and the tranquillity really helps you to see things in perspective, ‘chill out’ (literally, as it was not too warm) and collect your thoughts. The coffee that Daichi provided from his whistling kettle, overlooking the heathland was very welcomed. A simple morning out on a cold, slightly wet November day. Life does not have to be full on 24-7. Time out can make all the difference. There are hundreds of these Sites of Scientific Interest, over 4000 in fact in the UK and 240 in Dorset alone. Maybe you could find one and let Daichi know? He loves to hear from you. It is always possible to help and volunteers are welcomed with open arms. It is a great way to meet new friends, learn some new skills and look after the environment. A win-win we say. As Christmas is coming and there is much to do, do remember to take some time out for yourself. Taking a walk is very therapeutic. A Very Merry Christmas to you all, from Daichi the Dashing Dude! By Debbie Corney
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Hard work and expertise saves BOURNEMOUTH FIREWORKS More than 5000 people were able to enjoy the region’s biggest fireworks party last month after organisers worked through 60mph winds and driving rain to save Bournemouth Fireworks at the Littledown Centre. As the weather took a turn for the worse, on Friday lunchtime safety advisors from Pains Fireworks highlighted potential problems with the way the site was arranged – unless the entire layout could be moved though 90-degrees the event would be lost. “The problem was the wind,” says event director Michael Callaghan. “The direction and speed of the wind meant the viewing area had to be moved to keep people safe and prevent any possibility of debris landing near spectators.” Working long into the night on Friday and from first light on Saturday the four-man team with Pains operations manager Peter Theakston, one of the world’s leading pyrotechnicians, reconfigured the site as the weather forced other events in the area to cancel or postpone. “It was a huge undertaking and hard work, but fortunately the site is large enough to accommodate that level of change. Even so, the fact we were able to open and thousands of people enjoyed three brilliant displays is testament to the team’s safety knowledge and technical expertise. In the end it was warm
and dry with very little wind – a perfect night for fireworks.”
Bournemouth Fireworks, the town’s biggest and best-loved fireworks party, has been held at the Littledown Centre since 1996. This year’s displays, including the famous White Knuckle, the latest and loudest display in the South, had a space theme in honour of the fiftieth anniversary of the first moon landing. As well as three fireworks displays, thrill seekers enjoyed a giant latenight funfair, licensed bar and a full range of refreshments. “Once again it was a great night for Bournemouth,” adds Michael. “We were able to get word out that the event was going ahead as a lot of people book in advance and travel from further afield. “The feedback we’ve received has been incredibly positive – it just goes to show that people love a fantastic fireworks party whatever the weather.”
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Colehill Scout Group spruces up bathroom with donation from Talbot Village Trust Talbot Village Trust has donated £2,500 to Colehill Scout Group to enable the charity to upgrade the bathroom facilities in the original Scout hut, that first opened in the 1970s.
Colehill Scout Group has taught valuable life lessons through adventure to boys and girls aged between six and 18 since the 1970s. Over 100 young people are currently members of the 1st Colehill Scout Group, which encourages members to spend some time in nature and to put their new skills into practice. The Scout hut, which is shared with Colehill Girlguiding, has been modernised over time but the bathroom facilities have remained the same since it first opened more than 45 years ago. The donation made by Talbot Village Trust has funded a complete revamp of the facilities, in addition to making the bathroom Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant. This means that the Scouts can now promote further inclusion of all children in the group. Steve Hemsil, Executive Committee Member, said: “We are very grateful to Talbot Village Trust for enabling us to provide facilities for the young people of the Scout and Guide groups. Having up-to-date DDA compliant facilities will make big changes to the kids that are already part of our group and for future generations to come.”
Russell Lucas-Rowe, Trustee of Talbot Village Trust, added: “Colehill Scout Group has such a positive impact on young boys and girls in our community. We believe that scouting has a big impact on young people’s lives by teaching them important values and skills. The group has given the children access to amazing activities and life opportunities that will follow them as they grow older, and with our help they now have the facilities to match their amazing experience.” Talbot Village Trust meets biannually and is accepting applications for funding from both previous and new applicants in the area before the Trustees meet in spring 2020. Please go to www.talbotvillagetrust.org for more information.
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Bournemouth U3A News Bournemouth U3A has 1100 members and runs over 130 interest groups for retired and semiretired residents in all areas of Bournemouth, Boscombe and Southbourne. 14 of our interest groups are located in the Southbourne. At the date of going to press the following groups still had vacancies:
Music & Singing
Venue - All Saints Church, Oxford Avenue, Southbourne BH6 5HS Gospel & Inspirational Singing Group – Mondays 10.30am-12.00pm. Not a choir. We sing for enjoyment to backing music and videos Singing for Fun & Pleasure – Mondays 2.30-4pm. An informal & happy group. No concerts. Shrill or mellow, all voices welcome. Venue - Wentworth Avenue, Southbourne, BH5 2EQ Songwriting Group - Tuesdays 10.30am-12.30 pm Beginners welcome. Guidance given. Musicians, singers & lyric writers all welcome.
Sports & Games
Venue – Immanuel Church 120 Southbourne Road, Southbourne BH6 3QJ Mah-Jong for Beginners & Improvers - Mondays 1.15-2.45 pm Charming Chinese game. Tuition given. Mah-Jong for Improvers & Experienced - Mondays 2.50-4.20 pm British Mah-Jong Association rules Venue - St James Institute, 33a Stourfield Road, Southbourne BH5 2AR Table Tennis for Improvers – Tuesday 1.15-2.45 pm No tuition Table Tennis for Improvers – Tuesday 3.00-4.30pm No tuition
Venue - Beaufort Centre, Beaufort Road, Southbourne BH6 5LB Canasta – Friday 1.30-3.00 pm Tuition available Another 42 groups are located in the Friends Meeting House, Boscombe in easy reach of Southbourne residents. Membership of the U3A costs £48 per year which now entitles you to join any number of groups. This works out at less than 40p per session if you join 4 plus groups. Bournemouth U3A restarts week commencing 6th January and ends 22nd June 2020. We also run a Coffee Club which meets regularly at different location in the Bournemouth area, the next being at The Westbourne Hotel, 45 Poole Road, BH4 9DN at 10.30 am on Tuesday 28th January followed by one at Beales Department Store (5th Floor Restaurant) at 10.30 am on Tuesday 18th February and so why not come along and meet and chat with some of Bournemouth U3A’s very friendly members you will be made very welcome. Are you, or do you know, someone who could lead an interest group for a new subject or by starting a second one of an existing group? We are always looking for people to lead groups for Art, Cards and other Games, Crafts and Hobbies, Exercise (particularly T’ai Chi and Yoga) in all areas of Bournemouth, Boscombe and Southbourne. Groups can be run in a variety of locations including leaders’ homes. All group leaders are unpaid volunteers but are not required to pay, the Member’s annual subscription fee. For more information please contact: BOURNEMOUTH U3A, c/o St James Institute, 33a Stourfield Road, Bournemouth BH5 2AR. By phone: 01202 420700 weekdays 10am – 12pm. By email: info@bournemouthu3a.org.uk Website: www.bournemouthu3a.org.uk
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No garden can have too much compost and rich, fertile soil is the key to great vegetables and plants. In these days of fortnightly bin collections (and the threat of slop buckets for our kitchens) why leave kitchen waste to fester in your wheelie bin when it can be put to good use? Find a corner somewhere in the garden to start a compost heap or, if space is limited, many councils offer bins for the purpose at reasonable prices. If building your own bin, it's best to put it on a soil base which will attract worms to start work on the heap. You could use old planks of wood or chicken wire supported by posts in each corner. This works well as it is important that air can get in to help the process. You need a good mixture of material to make good compost. If you just put in grass cuttings you'll end up with a foul, soggy mess so they should be mixed with shredded newspaper, pruning clippings (not the really woody stems)
and even cardboard. Annual weeds can go in as long as they haven't gone to seed but avoid perennial weeds like dandelions as even the smallest piece of root will produce another plant. Almost all vegetable waste from the kitchen can be used, but avoid meat, fish and cooked food as these may attract rats etc. Use crushed eggshells, used teabags, used kitchen towels and fruit and vegetable peelings. Keep the mixture damp. The aim is to end up with something that is dark, crumbly and sweet smelling and alive with worms. If you wanted to hurry up the process, you can buy accelerants from hardware shops and garden centres but a cheaper and just as efficient method involves collecting urine, diluting it with water and wetting the heap with it. Well, what do you imagine our ancestors used?
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Dorset Chamber President Joins British Chamber Board Current President of Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Founder of Communications agency, Liz Lean PR, has been appointed to the Board of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) during the organisation’s AGM in London yesterday.
Following an interview and validation process by the BCC’s Nominations Committee, composed of representatives from across the Chamber network and the BCC Board, Liz’s appointment was recommended along with two other candidates from Glasgow and the East Midlands. Liz is looking forward to the challenge. She says; “I am really proud to be joining the BCC board which has such an important role in representing the voice of business across the UK, especially in a challenging period of our history, as the world of business has a critical influence on society. It is going to be an excellent opportunity to learn from the bright minds around the table and help steer
the future of this 159-year old organisation representing over 75,000 members both here and overseas. “The appointment is a fantastic way for Dorset to be heard at national level and it also enables Liz Lean PR to be exposed to wider ways to support our clients across the UK and internationally. Alongside my Dorset Presidency I see it very much a ‘win, win’ for all.”
Liz Willingham, Founder of Liz Lean PR & President of Dorset Chamber
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Marine Paintings of the New Forest Exhibition The New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst is now host to its first marine painting exhibition dedicated to the New Forest National Park’s beautiful coastal environment. The event was opened by Hon. Mrs Mary Montagu-Scott at a well-attended preview evening in October. The exhibition features five local artists: Barry Peckham, Peter Frost, Richard Tratt, Colin Richens and Barry Miles. Barry Peckham recently celebrated 50 years of painting with a retrospective exhibition, also at the New Forest Heritage Centre. Peter Frost said, “it’s been great working towards this exhibition and we are all thrilled to see our paintings looking so good on display in the centre of the New Forest”.
Inchmery near Lepe by Colin Richens
Giles Gould, Centre Manager, is delighted to be able to show the coastal beauty of the New Forest National Park. “The New Forest occupies 220 square miles and has 26 miles of stunning coastline, much of which is little-known. This is a great opportunity to come and be inspired by these fabulous paintings of the coast, and I hope that visitors will be able to see some of these places for themselves.” Entry to the New Forest Heritage Centre and gallery is free, though donations are very much appreciated. Works are for sale.
The preview evening was well-attended
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Tastes so good... Mulled Wine
An easy mulled wine recipe for the festive season, brimming with Christmassy spice. Don't bother with expensive wine - a cheap red will work beautifully and no one will ever know the difference! Eat, Drink and be merry!
Ingredients for 4- 6 servings 1 bottle dry red wine 2 (5cm) cinnamon sticks 1 dessertspoon whole cloves 1 dessertspoon whole allspice 1 large piece orange rind (avoid the pith) 1 large piece lemon rind (avoid the pith) 2-4 tablespoons demerara sugar, (or to taste)
Preparation time: less than 30 mins Cooking time: less than 10 mins Serves: 4- 6 adults
Method
Pour the wine into a heavy saucepan over medium heat, and add the cinnamon, cloves, allspice, lemon rind and orange rind. Heat gently, but don't bring to the boil. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the sugar, and once dissolved, taste to see if you'd like the wine sweeter and add more if so (take care not to burn your mouth as this will be hot!). Keep hot on medium to low heat for 20 minutes to let the avours infuse the wine. Strain your mulled wine into heatproof glasses or mugs and serve at once, perhaps accompanied by mince pies or just enjoy by the ďŹ reside.
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... Activity Centres Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre..... 6 Bathrooms K & B Installations....................... 13 The Kitchen & Bathroom Co........ 39 Bedrooms Custom Fit................................... 47 Bereavement Services Bournemouth Crematorium........ 14 Blinds & Shutters Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Tuscany Blinds............................. 27 Builders Avon Home Improvements.......... 13 Cafes Park Cafes.................................... 23 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 38 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners Cleaning Doctor........................... 39 CMH Carpet Cleaning.................. 45 Zero Dry Time.............................. 31 Carpets & Flooring Kingsland Carpets......................... 5 Peter Newman Flooring............... 31 Charities Diverse Abilities........................... 33 Chiropractors Paul Harris................................... 45 Community News Adventures of Daichi................... 28 Beginner’s Guide: Composting..... 36 Bournemouth U3A News............. 34 Calling all book lover!................... 8 Colehill Scout Group spruces up bathroom with donation from Talbot Village Trust........... 32 Dorset Chamber President joins British Chamber Board.............. 40 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Fascinating Fungi....................... 18 Hard work and expertise saves Bournemouth Fireworks........... 30
Hendy Toyota invites children to enter dream car art contest...... 16 Kaden runs in memory of his Hero dad.......................... 26 Tastes so good: Mulled Wine....... 44 Wave 105 Cash for Kids............... 24 What’s On in Dorset.................... 20 Day Nurseries Head Starts Day Nursery............. 19 Dentists Beechwood Dental....................... 17 Denture Services Dorset Denture Clinic.................... 5 Drainage Services All Drains Cleared........................ 35 Driveways County Block Paving.................... 17 Education Bournemouth Collegiate School.... 43 Entertainment & Events All Saints Dramatic Society............ 1 Estate & Letting Agents Richard Godsell............................ 48 Financial Advisers Burgess & Lee.............................. 39 Garage Services Kimberley Garage........................ 38 Garden Services United Fencing Supplies............... 41 Wooden Gate Makers.................. 15
Kitchens K & B Installations....................... 13 Loft Ladder Installations Loft Services................................. 45 Mobility Products & Services The Mobility Shop........................ 27 Opticians Bournemouth Vision Centre......... 6 Oven Cleaners Oven King.................................... 45 Painters & Decorators Kath Goward............................... 14 DRW Godley................................ 45 Pet Services Vida T.......................................... 35 Plumbing & Heating Services Gas BoilerCare............................. 35 Property Maintenance Avon Home Improvements...........13 Ian Jones Property Maintenance.... 35 Phil’s Handyman Services............ 38 Puzzles & Competitions Crossword.................................... 22 Kids page..................................... 10 Sudoku......................................... 22 Solicitors Gales Solicitors............................. 2 Humphries Kirk............................. 5 Tattooists Immortal Tattoo........................... 12
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