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This is the time of year we look at doing the spring cleaning. Out with that clutter, and the feather duster! I have already started mine and I have to say I have a really enjoyed it. There is quite some satisfaction in clearing out and freshening everything up. I am not sure how long that attitude will last though…

Happy Mother’s Day to all our wonderful Mums, Grans, Nans and Carers! Easter is also early this year and very nearly upon us, so we do hope you get to spend some time with family and friends and that the weather is kind to us all and we can get out and about! Spring officially starts on Tuesday 20th March which means we have daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses, tulips and other delightful flowers to look forward to as well as (hopefully) a warmer, milder climate. Marvellous!

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Just as well we have experts to help make life easier for us. This is where your local Directory comes in useful. Keep it by the phone for when you will need it, after you have had a good read of course and sent in the prize wordsearch. If there is a trade missing, that you need, please let us know and we will do our best to find the right person for you. We are here to help. The lucky winner of the last prize wordsearch was Sarah Daniel. Nellie has taken a rest this month but will be back in all her glory in April. She is very much look forward to the sunshine! Here’s to a great month of March. All the Best,

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Community News

St Leonards & St Ives Parish Council The Parish Council will be holding the statutory Annual Parish Assembly on 18th April 2018. Whilst we are required to present the annual accounts and brief report on the Council year it is also an opportunity for residents to speak directly to the Council and raise issues. We are currently sourcing a speaker for the evening and do hope that you will come along and meet your local Councillors. Whilst I write this article Local Government Reform is still a possibility and this will, if it proceeds, make a huge impact on the way Council services are managed and carried out. The Parish Council is a completely separate body to the District and County Councils and it is vital that they have the support of the Parish. This support was very apparent and welcomed at the public meeting that the Parish Council called in January to discuss the Waste Plan and potential site at Woolsbridge Industrial Estate. If you attended that meeting and over 230 people did thank you for your efforts. Please take this opportunity to meet your Councillors who do their best to represent you as volunteers.

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Heritage News

Local Heritage: Local Education They say that “Every picture tells a story”, so on this occasion I am hoping Stephen will be able to fit all these into the article in the correct sequence. As the village of St. Ives began to develop in the 1880s, Three Cross was “out of bounds” as it was in Dorset. The children had to walk or otherwise find their way to Ringwood, where there were two schools. A National School, today the Infants School on School Lane, opened with a separate Infants in 1849, on land donated by Charles Castleman. In 1869, the 1760s Lower Meeting House behind the new 1866 Trinity Church became the British School. It closed in 1903. Today’s Junior School was built as the Ringwood Council School in 1910, next to the cemetery. The first picture is of the “Board” school; the second a classroom at the Council school in 1915. A Wesleyan chapel had been built in St. Ives around 1909, but fell out of use. In 1919 the local worthies decided this should become a local school, under a Miss Ann Blakeway. The third picture shows the pupils commemorating Empire Day in 1922. Over a seven year period, 83 children appear in the register. The Education authorities declined further support in 1926, but agreed to bus the children into Ringwood. The building was used as a hall for local functions for many years, but eventually became a council home, that survives today as in picture 4, still known as “The Old School House”. Private education for the village seems to begin in a house named “Bracken Brae”, also on this stretch of today’s service road. A Miss Townsend ran this school, and lived with her mother who appears to have been a governess in the late 1800s at St. Ives House. A footpath survives next to the Old School House that leads into School Lane, probably so named

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15 after Brackenbrae School moved to its corner with Sandy Lane. It appears to have survived until the late 1950s. Off Horton Road, the Sheiling, a Steiner school for children with learning difficulties, was founded in 1951. It occupies several acres, incorporates some older properties including West Mount, plus numerous customised buildings for accommodation, education, staff and services. My next picture shows Sheiling House itself during one of their June open days. Opposite the 1725 Poor House, on Folly Farm, is their Waldorf School, with some additional accommodation. Its main buildings are seen in the next picture. For secondary education, for many years children would travel to Brockenhurst College, until today’s “Academy” was built at Carvers. Avon Heath Halt thus came into its own until the line was closed for passenger traffic in 1964. The Railway files at the Meeting House include pictures of the “celebrations” as the last school train arrived at Ringwood station. There had also been a private school in Ringwood for many years, known as Ringwood Grammar School. Part residential, it was in the 18th century building today known as Church Hatch, next to the “Old Bank” building on the Market Place. The picture is from an old postcard. In the 1950s it moved into Bournemouth. St. Ives received its own First School in 1972. The land had originally been part of a 10 acre extension to the St. Ives House Estate.

A “Pine Cottage” was originally there, home at one time to a Miss Hesketh, who used to provide holidays for deprived children. She is commemorated on part of that land by Hesketh Close, intended under her will to be reserved for couples aged over 50. Considerable historical detail of local education is covered in Marie Simcox’s book “Yesterday’s Children - 1849-1959”. She has been a resident since 1966, a teacher at several local schools, eventually head for 13 years at Oakdale, West Moors. We first met at the Local History Workshop in 2007. Much of the Ringwood area material in the Meeting House archives originates from her research papers. John Hawkins

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Wildlife News

Talking about Wildlife... The turning of the seasons...

As winter turns into spring, new life, colours and sounds in the Dorset landscape are emerging for the beginning of a new season. The winter has been long, so these changes in nature are most welcome, bringing along with them the longer and warmer days we’ve been looking forward to. The first signs of spring will be seeing the seasonal flowers popping up in gardens, woodlands and roadsides. The delicate and iconic snowdrop and daffodil are usually the first brave enough to bloom, despite the occasional frosty day, with the carpets of bluebells to follow in woodland in April and May. The skies will not only be brighter, but they will also be noisier, as birds such as wrens, blackbirds, robins, finches and even waxcaps, prepare for breeding and start their ‘dawn chorus’ in May. The dawn chorus is one of the best wildlife experiences in the UK, and one not to be missed, even if it means an early start (or if you’re a light sleeper!). Birds take part in their chorus as they’re looking for a mate and preparing to breed – if you can get up early enough, they are very active just before dawn, when their predators might be able to hear them, but still can’t quite see them. Butterflies are the next sign of spring. This year, some have been seen as early as January, according to Butterfly Conservation. The most likely species we’ll see will be those which have hibernated over the winter, as the warmer weather entices them out once again. The brimstone, red admiral and peacock are sometimes seen earlier in spring, with many people reporting the

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brimstone flitting around hedgerows and in gardens this time of year. Moths can also be seen this early on in the year, and are often mistaken for a butterfly. Moths have a reputation for being drab and brown but this is not always the case as some are bright and vibrant such as the orange underwing or brimstone moth. Meanwhile, in our gardens, the transition between the harsh winter and spring is beginning. Do not presume that wildlife still doesn’t need a helping hand though, and keep putting out food and water for the birds, to help them through the colder days. Other tasks for the garden this time of year include putting up bird boxes and creating ‘wild’ areas with logs and twigs, and building a compost, for wildlife to make a home in your garden. Get out and about this spring and explore Dorset’s best wild spaces. Plan your visit: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/reserves. By Sally Welbourn

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The showroom is located alongside the factory, where a number of great space saving ideas can be viewed. If you wish to explore our craftsmanship we are open Monday - Friday, 8.30am – 5pm and Saturdays 9.30am - 2pm. The images here show a few of their recent installations in homes of local residents. With their friendly and helpful approach you can be sure of a personal, bespoke service that is tailored to your needs.

Their experienced designers produce CAD drawings of how the ﬁnished room will look to ensure that everything is true to your original vision. Why not pop along to the showroom or give us a call on 01202 821005 to make your dream become a reality? “With the completion of all the restoration tasks today, we would like to express our sincere thanks to you and your team for the time efficient scheduling of all the various jobs. Your team have been obliging, sympathetic, cheerful and hardworking and we are delighted with the final result. The new fittings in the bedroom and the en-suite look fantastic and are a credit to your organisation. We obviously will have no hesitation in recommending your company to all our friends and acquaintances in the area.”

Tel: 01202 821005

www.selectinteriorsltd.co.uk Unit 25, Old Barn Farm Road, Woolsbridge Ind Est, Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6SP

The Ret reat at Rockley

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Two Bedroom Caravan for Rent

Stunning views of Poole Harbour. Just a 2 minute walk from the beach and watersports facilities. Indoor swimming pool, climbing wall, bungee trampolines, crazy golf and more for the kids. Relax in the peace and quiet or action every day... your choice! Available all year round (except January & February), please get in touch.

For bookings, please contact: Stephen or Debbie on 01202 894397 M: 07886 860570 or 07886 641600

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Community News

Next fixtures at The Cuthbury, Cowgrove Road BH21 4EL Sat 24 March k.o. 15:00

Barnstaple Town

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As a local family run painting and decorating business based in Ringwood, we pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship. We can carry out all aspects of painting and decorating, from interior and exterior painting, wallpapering to working on your listed or period featured home. Robert the Decorator is a fully insured business and is happy to provide a free quotation for any decorating requirements you may have.

All decorating work undertaken including interior and exterior painting, wallpapering, for residential properties and commercial premises

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CAMERAS & BINOCULARS WANTED

By Private Collector ANY Age, Format, Quantity or Quality - Collections Of ANY Size - Lenses Of All Types - Clockwork Cine ALSO Wanted 8mm, 16mm, 35mm - BEST PRICES PAID - WILL COLLECT - ANY DISTANCE CONSIDERED Please Call Keith On

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(Previously at William Guy Hair Salon, Ashley Heath) For an Appointment or Enquiry Tel: 079 797 533 61 25% OFF YOUR FIRST VISIT IN 2018 QUOTING FL1 Shellac File & Polish £20 • Waxing from £8 to £25 Shellac Manicures/Pedicures £30 OPI Manicures £25 / Pedicures £30 Dermalogica Facials from £40 Swedish, Aromatherapy Back Massage £30 Indian Head Massage or Hopi Candles £25 Makeup Weddings & Proms POA SiennaX Spray Tans (1hr developing) £20 Lash & Brow Tinting £20 / Shaping £10 / Perming £25 Gift Vouchers Available Fully Qualiﬁed & Insured Over 25 Years Experience Highly Recommended and Very Reliable Can Accept Card or Cash Payments

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Tel: 01202 826052 Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6RE

Seasonal food in unspoilt surroundings The Three Legged Cross in Verwood is a country pub & dining oozing rural charm and rustic character. Our picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pubfood on our menu, and the carefully nurtured cask ales and ďŹ ne wines gracing our bar.

Opening Times:

Monday to Saturday: 12pm to 11pm Sundays: 12pm to 10.30pm

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This month, the prize is a meal for two at The Three Legged Cross Inn, so please complete this page by 30th March and send to: March Prize Wordsearch Name: ______________________ The St Leonards Directory, Address: ______________________ 1 Moorlands Rise, ______________________ West Moors, ______________________ Ferndown, BH22 0JR Telephone: ______________________

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Gardening Tips

a beginnerâ€™s

GUIDE Carrots

There is absolutely nothing like a carrot pulled fresh from the ground... ...that wonderful smell, which soon disappears and is never apparent in shop bought ones and the taste of that sweet orange root can only be achieved by growing your own. They can be sown from March to July and can be grown in containers at least 12 inches deep. Like any plant with a long tap root, carrots do not like being transplanted so should be sown directly into the soil where they are to grow. They are happiest in light, rather sandy soil so if you have heavy clay, you should add plenty of sharp sand (not builders sand) Germination won't be so good if the soil hasn't warmed up and it's best to sow the seed into well prepared soil that has already been watered. It is important to sow the seed as thinly as

possible, which isn't easy as the seed is so small. Try mixing it with a handful of sand which stops the seed from sticking together and makes it easier to see where they're going. However careful you are, the seedlings will probably need thinning at least once to give the carrots room to swell. This operation is best carried out in the evening as carrot fly can be a problem, particularly in early summer when they lay their eggs around the roots) They are attracted by the smell of disturbed plants and thinningâ€™s should be moved away immediately. Try growing chives, onions or garlic around the carrots to mask the smell or you could put fleece (available from garden centres or some hardware shops) over the carrots after sowing.

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TREE, HEDGE &

WOODLAND SPECIALISTS All aspects of: • Tree Surgery • Hedge Cutting

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Talking Business is a great group of businesses who support one another by networking and passing on quality referrals. We meet together once a month at the St Leonard’s Hotel Ringwood to learn more about and to help grow each other’s businesses. Our decision to support a local charity was made simple when Chris Lee from Foodbank came along and informed

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us of their wonderful work in our local community. Chris Lee from Ringwood foodbank said ‘This was a very Generous Donation from Talking Business and it will help us to continue to provide food to those in need in the Ringwood, Verwood and Fordingbridge areas.’ Craig Robertson from Talking Business said, ‘It was such a privilege to play a small part in the wonderful work of Foodbank. We invite businesses across the region to join us at Talking Business, so make contact with me on 07793 982722 and who knows, maybe we can continue to grow our networking and play your part in supporting local charities in the future’.

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Oven and Range Cleaning Hob and Extractor Cleaning Carpet Cleaning End of Tenancy Cleaning All operators DBS checked

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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 348 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9AT Open 10.30am-4pm Mon-Fri & 9am-1pm Sat

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Custom fitted furniture handmade in Dorset.

A family run business with over 40 years experience.

Wardrobes Lounge and Media Units Angled Units Home Offices Storage Solutions for every room

Call 01202 823231 for your free, no obligation design consultation

www.customcreations.furniture Showroom open hours: Mon - Fri: 9am – 5.30pm | Sat: 9am – 2pm | Sun: By appointment Unit 1, Enterprise Park, Blackmoor Road, Ebblake Industrial Estate, Verwood, BH31 6YS

Design inspired by you.

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Food & Drink

Tastes so good...

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Roast Beef with Rosemary & Garlic

Ingredients 1 joint of beef 1 -3 tsp coarse salt(generous amount) 1 -3tsp fresh cracked pepper 1 tbsp fresh rosemary 10 garlic cloves

Settle the joint and let it stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour. 2. Mix the salt and pepper together. 3. Insert some of the rosemary directly into the skin of the joint, scoring with a sharp knife to help you insert it. 4. Preheat the oven to 375oF. 5. Now score the joint in 10 random spots for the garlic. Rub the meat with the seasoning mix. Place cloves into the slices. 6. Place the roast on a rack in the pan with the rosemary top side up. 7. Roast for 1 hour and then turn off oven. 8. Leave the roast in the oven but do not open oven door for 3 hours. 9. About 30 to 40 minutes before serving time, turn oven to 375 oF and reheat the roast. 10. Make sure not to remove roast or re-open the oven door from time roast is put in until 20 minutes before ready to serve. 11. Remove roast 20 minutes after heating.

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Your garden building... great to look at... great to use Made by us... skilled joiners

Contact us now and have an order made for you No obligation site visit, just ask. 01794 341408 • enquiries@frenchmoor.com

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Please call Brian on 0782 500 42 58 or 01425 654741 for your free home consultation. www.brianskitchens.co.uk

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Prompt and reliable service Free quotations and advice Fully Insured Large & small jobs welcome Sensible prices Established since 1996

WEST MOORS: 01202 855016 M: 07798 680040

Local building firm offering: • New Builds • Refurbishments • Extensions • All Groundworks • Driveways & Patios Contact Steve or Guy on:

07976 561247 / 07917 698354 Tel: 01202 875009

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Motoring

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Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro

By Tim Barnes-Clay, www.carwriteups.co.uk Fitted with a 3.0 litre V6 engine, the latest Audi A4 Avant becomes almost too powerful for its own good. Don’t get me wrong; the diesel lump is a real pearl, but there’s no way it returns the claimed 57.6mpg when riding on 19inch wheels. I found the car thirsty, and mid-30s was more realistic for me when driving two-up, with no luggage, on a mix of motorways, A and B-roads. The A4 estate model that Audi sent me came in top S line trim, and starts at £38,895, but with a few thousand pounds of options thrown at it, my test car was waving a £46,395 price-tag. You get a lot of kit for the cash, though and Audi is well-known for its upmarket, understated interiors that are both perfectly ﬁnished and intuitive. This A4 doesn’t dissatisfy; it has upscale materials everywhere and a straightforward, intelligible dashboard arrangement. Technology is plentiful, too. It includes: a reversing camera, parking sensors, three-zone climate control,

heated electric seats, and a powered, hands-free boot. The A4 Avant is among the best-looking estates on the market in Britain. It’s undeniably classy, and the large 3.0 litre diesel engine is so smooth that it feels more like a hard-hitting petrol unit. What’s more, indiscernible wind and road noise make the A4 the quietest cruiser in its class – by a long chalk. The ride is wonderful, and easily a match for BMW’s 3-series. The same goes for the car’s bobon handling. This practical ﬁve-up estate comes with Audi’s standard seven-speed S tronic automatic gearbox. It changes slickly, keeping the revs low except when Dynamic mode is selected. A moderate push of your right foot is all that’s required to build momentum hastily; stamp down hard, though and you’ll get to 62mph in just 6.4 seconds. Pros ‘n’ Cons • Fast √ • Quiet √ • Kit √ • Ride √ • Thirsty X

Fast Facts • Max speed: 152mph • 0-62 mph: 6.4 secs • Combined mpg: 57.6 • Engine: 2967cc 6-cyl turbo diesel • CO2: 126 g/km • Price: £38,895

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Index of advertisers

Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... Accountants Ward Goodman............................. 19 Aerials Oakhurst Aerials............................ 5 Bathrooms K & B Installations......................... 16 P L H Heating & Bathrooms........... 3 Bedrooms Custom Creations.......................... 39 Select Interiors............................... 25 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds.................................. 3 Interiors Complete......................... 5 Builders SG Construction............................. 43 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras...................... 30 Carpets & Flooring 1st for Floors.................................. 48 Peter Newman Flooring................. 39 Community News Beginner’s Guide: Carrots.............. 36 Contacting Dorset Police............... 6 Dorset Wildlife Trust: The turning of the seasons.......... 18 Local businesses donate to local Foodbank in Ringwood.......38 Motoring: Audi A4 Avant............... 44 St Leonards & St Ives Heritage: Local Education........................... 14 St Leonards Parish Council: Annual Parish Assembly.............. 8 Tastes so good: Roast Beef............40 Wimborne Town Football Club......28 Computer Services TecCheck........................................ 17 Cruise Holidays Southampton Cruise Concierge.....23 Demolition & Asbestos Services Pro-Dem........................................ 13 Drainage Services All Drains Cleared.......................... 17

Driveways White & Sons................................. 5 Wicks Surfacing............................. 12 Electricians Green Light Electrical..................... 7 Superconic..................................... 19 Financial Advisors Ward Goodman............................. 19 Garage Services Coastal Car Sales & Servicing........45 Longham Motor Engineers............ 9 West Moors Vehicle Repairs..........43 Garden Services Alpha Fencing & Trees................... 45 Doug Hutchins Landscaping..........17 Frenchmoor Garden Buildings.......42 Green-side Turfcare....................... 37 Special Branch............................... 9

Oven Cleaners Oven King...................................... 38 Painters & Decorators Focus Decor................................... 43 Robert the Decorator..................... 29 Plumbers Harts.............................................. 37 M Brierley Plumbing...................... 45 P L H Heating................................. 3 Pubs & Restaurants The Three Legged Cross Inn...........34 Puzzles & Competitions Crossword...................................... 22 Kids page....................................... 10 Prize Wordsearch........................... 35 Sudoku........................................... 22 Social Clubs St Leonards Ex-Servicemen’s Club....12

Health & Wellbeing Beauti by Laura............................. 30 Careline......................................... 34 Ferndown Fitness........................... 32 Slimming World............................. 3

Social Media Services Mike’s Online Academy................. 12

Hearing Aids & Services Clarity Hearing Solutions............... 16

Tree Surgeons Alpha Fencing & Trees................... 36 Apex Tree Surgeons....................... 31 RHV................................................ 37 Special Branch............................... 9 Westbeams Tree Care.................... 1

Holiday Accommodation The Retreat at Rockley................... 26 Jobs Distribution Officer Wanted...........38 Distributors Wanted...................... 22 Kitchens Brian’s Kitchens............................. 42 Dream Doors................................. 41 K & B Installations......................... 16 Select Interiors............................... 25

Storage Services SDC Self Storage............................ 30

Used Car Sales Coastal Car Sales & Servicing........45 Will Writing Services Dorset Wills................................... 29

Local Events Ideal Life Show............................... 27

Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze.......................................... 2 Cloudy2Clear Windows.................. 11 Dorset Windows............................ 29 Pure Windows............................... 21 RPS Locks & Glazing...................... 30

Locksmiths Cross Keys Locksmiths................... 9 RPS Locks & Glazing...................... 30

Worktops Portman Stone............................... 47 R and A Fabrications...................... 7

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