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September/October 2017
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Dear Brockenhurst, Beaulieu, Setley, East Boldre, Hill Top and surrounding villages, We certainly have had a rather wet summer which Edition 50 is a shame. We always hope for sun and are well known across the globe for our conversations about the weather. It is so changeable after all! Nellie, The Hampshire Publications travelling van, made the most of it for us and with our good old British attitude we did have plenty of fun. We hope you did too. For those of us with children and grandchildren it is ‘back to school’ for yet another year. Hayden has moved up to Upper School which is very exciting. Published by: Stephen & Debbie Corney We managed in all our activities over the summer to at Hampshire Publications redecorate his bedroom and put in a new bed with a nice homework desk underneath, so no excuses Telephone: now! Let’s see if that works. I am sure it will. 023 8065 9309 Dare I say the nights will be pulling in soon and Email: we will be wrapping up warmer and maybe even info@brockenhurstguide.co.uk putting the fire and heating on. Now is the time to Copy deadline for the make sure all is in good working order, so do make November edition: those all-important calls to the experts who can 16th October 2017 check it out for you. There are many trades people Disclaimer: Whilst every care has who could help inside so please do use them. They been taken to ensure that data love to hear from you and it makes all our hard work in this publication is accurate, the publisher cannot accept any liability worthwhile. to any party to loss or damage The lucky winner of the bottle of bubbly was Gail caused by errors or omissions Renyard. Well done to you! Do fill in this month’s resulting from negligence, accident wordsearch as you could be the lucky winner this or any other cause. The Brockenhurst Guide does not coming month. Oh yes, Nellie has written a fun officially endorse any advertising puzzle book with stories of some of her exploits. material included within the If you would like a copy please give her a call. The publicati on. No par t of this details are inside. publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems Happy September! or transmitted in any form, Best Wishes,
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Having a family member or friend diagnosed with dementia can be very difficult. Heppenstalls can help. We can assist with any related issues, such as Lasting Power of Attorney, the payment of costs, Wills, Management of Affairs, Property Sales and other advice. Our team have undergone Dementia Awareness training and are proud to become Dementia Friends. We are also members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. SINCE 1893
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Wildlife News
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UK’s oldest great white egret returns to Ringwood nature reserve The UK’s oldest known great white egret has returned to the Wildlife Trust’s Blashford Lakes Nature reserve, near Ringwood. Known as ‘Walter’, the fourteen-year-old bird has been a familiar sight to the thousands of visitors that visit the popular New Forest nature reserve ever year. Great white egrets are one of our rarer feathered visitors to the UK; until the 1990s they were mainly found in central and Eastern Europe. However their ranges spread and now they have become scarce winter visitors across southern England with a handful even staying to breed. Walter usually arrives in August to spend his winters at Blashford Lakes nature reserve, as he has done since first arriving as a juvenile in 2003. He spends
about six months on and around Blashford Lakes nature reserve before leaving again in midFebruary. He can be identified as the same bird from the colour rings placed on his legs as a nestling in the Loire valley, France by trained bird experts. Bob Chapman, Reserves Officer at Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust said: “Walter has become a much loved winter fixture on the reserve and although not the rarity he was when he first turned up, he is still a great sight. Especially good views can be had when he is fishing close to the Ivy North hide, where sometimes he can be seen alongside kingfisher and bittern in the winter.”
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ADVERTORIAL
Cloudy2Clear Announce Trusted Trader Partnership Consumer champions Which? have now joined the thousands of customers who recognise that Cloudy2Clear Windows really are a business that you can TRUST. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has received the coveted ‘Which Trusted Trader’ status after going through a rigorous accreditation process entirely focussed on customer service. Group Managing Director Marcus McGee believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing
company policy of delivering the highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. Locally Cloudy2Clear service the Brockenhurst 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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Global Outdoor Classroom Day Outdoor Classroom Day is a global initiative to encourage children to enjoy and share the great outdoors while playing and learning. Schools are invited to sign up; the first Outdoor Day was on 18th May while the second and third are on 7th September and 12th October 2017 respectively. A world map on www. outdoorclassroomday.com shows how many schools have joined the initiative so far. Keen to become involved, Moyles Court School in the New Forest near Ringwood have so far arranged for their Junior School to spend a day with a New Forest National Park Education Ranger learning about New Forest habitats and food chains, threats to the Forest (especially to ground
nesting birds) and what we can do to help protect the Forest environment. The Senior School’s trip to the Reptile Centre and Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary revealed adders with their babies and even the rare smooth snake. Learning outdoors creates lasting memories, builds greater awareness of the environment and provides more opportunity for children to think independently. Moyles Court School is perfectly situated for outdoor life, with its own secure woods and grounds, while the school gates open directly onto the New Forest National Park. Moyles Court are having an Open Day on 30th September where you can learn more about the School’s natural environment.
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Auto Biographies Motoring
VW Passat GTE By Tim Barnes-Clay, www.carwriteups.co.uk
The GTE badge was first ushered in with the VW Golf and it eventually made its way to the more conservative Passat. Bolting a plug-in petrol-electric propulsion unit to a model that is best known for its diesel pulling power was perhaps a brave move for Volkswagen. But it seems to have paid off with the Passat. Like the Golf, the VW Passat GTE’s looks are characterised by C-shaped LED lights accommodated in its bumper, and the blue bar that stretches across the headlights and grille. It’s a restrained fine-tuning of the Passat’s tailoring, although, given the intense hue of blue, the use of which even expands to the car’s brake callipers, the GTE model is simple enough to distinguish from diesel Passats. The battery capacity and output have been given a bit of a boost, but the petrol-electric set-up is fundamentally the same as in the VW Golf GTE’s. The 156PS 1.4 TSI petrol unit and 115PS electric motor combine to make 218PS, giving a 0-62mph sprint of 7.4 seconds. Top speed is 140mph, but unless you’re on a German autobahn, you’re unlikely to risk finding out what that feels like. Step into the cabin and the Passat GTE houses a few understated touches, such as blue piping, blue stitching, aluminium trim and GTE emblems. Other than that, the switchgear and seats are the same as in any other Passat. And, as with all Passat saloons, space is generous. Even with the car’s lithium ion drive battery beneath the rear seats, the VW has good room and a boot that is big enough for a family’s needs. The Volkswagen’s electric charging time is easy to cope with. Plugging the car’s seven-pin charge cable into a 16A wall socket, I got the 9.9kWh battery from a quarter charged
to 100 per cent in under two hours. The GTE runs well on electric-only juice, with a possible range of 31 miles on zero emissions. In Hybrid form the VW saloon responds admirably, even when the petrol engine has closed, which it’ll do at moderate motorway speeds. The power unit restarts effortlessly when it needs to, while the car’s cruise control allows it to store its own impetus and cruise economically. The Passat GTE’s handling is as good as its performance. You can thrust the saloon through bends and its tyres will dig into the tarmac strongly. There’s very little body roll, and the steering, while not delivering that much feedback, is precise. Here’s the important bit, though. VW claims the Passat GTE will do 156.9mpg on the combined cycle. But, as with all cars, this model’s economy will depend on what your driving is like. On a 60-mile run, beginning with a fully charged battery and driving on a mix of roads, I achieved 80.1mpg. Volkswagen’s Passat GTE is, without doubt, a talented car and an attractive vehicle in a wider sense than a conventional high-performing, fully loaded volume-marque. By blending large car pragmatism with a sophisticated plug-in hybrid system, VW has produced one of the greatest reasons yet to think about swapping from a standard oilburning business saloon to an electrically powered one.
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Official fuel consumption for the ŠKODA range in mpg (litres/100km): Urban 31.0 (9.1) to 72.4 (3.9); Extra Urban 44.1 (6.4) to 88.3 (3.2); Combined 38.2 (7.4) to 80.7 (3.5). CO2 emissions for the ŠKODA range are 170 to 90 g/km. Standard EU test figures are for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.
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Community News
New Forest Art Society News The New Forest Art Society started the by the committee and Jan Hawker year welcoming several new members ‘Friend for Ever’ chosen by the public. and this has continued throughout the The variety and quality of exhibits year. New members report that the was appreciated by the many visitors Society is friendly and inclusive. During resulting in good sales. The Society’s the year the monthly meetings, held website has examples of members work. on the third Wednesday of the month The next event, the Autumn Art Sale, (7.30-9.30pm), have been well attended. is on 21st and 22nd October where Members and visitors have enjoyed the members present their own stalls demonstrations by professional artists and are available to discuss their art. working in various media, and an The Society is also starting the plans internationally renowned sculptor. Visits for a second exhibition at Sir Harold took place to Southampton Art Gallery Hillier Gardens in February next year; in March and June for guided tours of thereafter to be a biannual event on the Margery Clarke’s works, who was taught Society’s calendar. by L S Lowry, and then a ‘behind the The Society is a group of enthusiasts scenes’ look at the conservation work who welcome new members. Full carried out there. Members also enjoyed details of workshops, meetings, paint painting together in organised ‘paint in in days and exhibitions are available days’. There has been one workshop with on the society’s website; www. Lindsey Cole sharing her approach to newforestartsociety.weebly.com. Visitors textual acrylic painting and another is are always welcome to come to meeting scheduled for October with the sculptor (£4 fee). Mark Swan. By Brenda Wooler The successful Summer Exhibition held at Lyndhurst Community Centre took place in August. It was opened by local triathlete Matthew Brearley who chose his favourite picture of ‘Eling Tide Mill’ by Pat Hatchley. Other Best in Shows were Patricia Jay for ‘Hydrangeas’ chosen
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Adventures of Nellie
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The Adventures of Nellie The Hampshire Publications Camper Van Well Nellie has been really busy this summer. We did think we might have to fit sails to her as there was so much rain but us Brits have a resilience with the attitude of “the show must go on no matter what”. We did just that. Do you remember those holidays long ago hearing the raindrops on the caravan roof, playing cards with Mum and Dad as it was too wet to go out? We had intended for quite some time to take Dad to Norden Farm near Corfe Castle to fish the carp lake I was so excited about some time ago. Thursday Mum and Dad arrived from Hull all raring to go. Friday morning, the set-off day… and the heavens opened! Stephen and I decided, no way, we will never camp in this. Dad however had a different idea. (I think Nellie had had a word with him…) “Let’s get the stuff in the van Deb and see what it’s like when we get there.” He said determinedly. Stephen and I looked at each other. Were we mad? Poor Mum looked confused.
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Grandma catches the rare rays by Kombi So, Nellie who is an all-weather girl, grinned like a Cheshire cat as her engine sparked into life and she sprung into step. We were off. When we arrived, the rain had stopped. In fact, it didn’t rain the whole time we put up Kombi Ex, the awning. Result. Dad was smiling. He was also itching to see the pond (fishermen are like that you know, you can’t hold them back), so off we went to see what the water was like. Now, having had rain like that, the pond was very murky, chocolate brown and that doesn’t help the catching of big carp. Oh dear. Dad was still not to be disheartened and out came to rod...and everything else! Not a bite. We did see a few carp floating very slowly on top of the water but I think they were gasping for air actually, through the muddy liquid, and they were not at all interested in eating. As soon as the bait got anywhere near them, they casually swam away. They knew what game we were playing, and they were totally nonchalant about it. Time for us to eat instead then. Nellie took us into Corfe Castle where we had a great pub meal and then, as I did say
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27 we are mad, a walk around the outside of the castle in the pouring rain which had started again. There was something really satisfying about that, as if we were defiantly disagreeing with the weather, with sheer determination to enjoy ourselves despite it. That is so British… and I love it! Nellie is Japanese, but has lived here a long time now and has totally adopted this crazy firmness of purpose. Hayden even got creative with his camera on his phone, focusing in on near objects with the castle in the background. With the mist around the castle, it was all very mysterious and peaceful. It is amazing what fun you can have if you ‘go with the flow’ and look at what can be done as opposed to concentrating on the problems, or stops. Nellie is a big believer in that. The next morning was glorious… until 11am. Nellie’s whistling kettle came out, the bacon sandwiches were delicious (if I say so myself) and we sat in wonderful sunshine hearing the birds singing and a few children playing nearby. Nellie was in her element and was fully satisfied with herself, as without her we would never have been there. Dad tried again with the fish, but got the same response. Complete rebuff. Very disappointing for him, but he is a long-term fisherman, now in his 83rd year having started fishing at a very early
Hayden’s artistic castle shot
It’s never too wet for ice cream! age, and has seen it all with regards to fresh water fishing. He is quite a pro, still fishing in matches up North where they live and regularly catches 30-70lb of fish. Just not on this occasion unfortunately. Later we met my sister and her hubby and we went into Swanage to have good old fish and chips. It rained again but umbrellas and coats have their purpose too. Games back at the campsite were hilarious. We played snakes and ladders! With today’s technology it is easy to forget the simple things and boy did we laugh. Nellie tooted her horn and it all got quite competitive. The last day we went for a drive. In fact we did a rather large circle, going into Wareham to have lunch by the river, then to Poole, across the ferry over to Studland (Dad was hoping we would go to the nudist beach, but Mum did hold him back this time) and had dinner at the very popular Scott Arms in Kingston. Another wonderful day. So, I suppose the moral of the story from Nellie is look at what can be done and keep that British determined attitude to have fun, no matter the weather! Where will she take us next? By Debbie Corney
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Get your copy... Today! The Nellie always loves to have fun! This little book is full of puzzles, games and places to go here in wonderful England!
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Do relax and enjoy over a cup of tea, or coffee! I would like to order ____ copies of “The Adventures of Nellie” at £4.99 each. Please call Nellie on 01202 894397 to pay by card or enclose a cheque (made payable to “Hampshire Publications Ltd”) and send this form to: The Adventures of Nellie Name: ______________________ 1 Moorlands Rise, Address: ______________________ West Moors, ______________________ Ferndown, ______________________ Please mention The Brockenhurst Guide ______________________ when responding to adverts BH22 0JR Telephone:
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Tastes so good... Chewy Breakfast Bar
A delicious, chewy bar that’s packed full of dried fruits and nuts that’s perfect to be served as breakfast, or a lunchbox treat
Ingredients for 8 servings 1 cup almond butter 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup almond milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 2.5 cups rolled oats 1 cup rice cereal 1/2 cup chopped almonds 1/2 cup sultanas 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate plus 1/4 cup melted to finish
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Preheat the oven to 325f/160c
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Line a square baking tin (8x8in) with baking parchment. Spray a little coconut oil in first to help secure the paper.
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Mix the wet ingredients into a large bowl making sure the almond butter is fully combined.
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Add the dry ingredients and stir well.
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Spoon the mixture into your tin and press down well with your spatula.
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Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and cool for 15 minutes then drizzle with dark chocolate.
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Pop in the fridge to ensure the chocolate is solid.
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You can store each slice in the freezer once wrapped in foil for up to three months or 1 week in the fridge.
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Gardening Tips
On Your Plot Herb Gardens
Nature tends to dictate what we do in the garden.and.someti.mes.it’s.just.too.late.to.plant. those.seeds,.too.early.to.prune.that.bush.and. incredibly.you.are.already.on.top.of.the.weeding... So.what.can.you.do.to.fulfi.l.that.urge.to.work.the. land?..Why.start.a.herb.garden.of.course!
Jobs for September :-
• If you are growing pumpkins for Halloween, you need to support the fruit as it swells and raise it up to keep it off the wet ground and deter slugs. Restrict each plant to no more than three fruits. • Clear up finished crops, clean and store any supports or netting for future use. • Keep planting winter lettuces for a supply of fresh leaves right through autumn. • Fancy fresh strawberries next year? Now is a good time to get new plants established. • Add support to Brussels sprouts by drawing up earth around the stems, or using canes. Most activity on your plot is tied to the seasons, but this month we take a look at one project that can be started off at almost any time of the year - your own herb garden. As we’ve taken to growing more and more of our own food so we have found ourselves getting increasingly interested in trying out new recipes to make the most of all those lovely fresh flavours. Recipe books abound in our kitchen and they all have one thing in common - the use of herbs, and what a variety of them there is! Whether you’re looking for a sprig of fresh mint, a handful of rosemary, or some chopped chives what could be better than being able to choose and harvest them right outside your own back door? Choosing the right site for your herb garden is important, and outside your back door is often a good place to start! Planting near the kitchen makes it easy to pop out for a few fresh leaves when you are cooking, and many of us have a patio which can easily become home to a variety of container grown herbs. Herbs can make an
attractive, fragrant and tasty addition to your borders, or you may prefer to opt for a permanent herb bed. If this is the case you will need to give some consideration to containing the growth of some of the more vigorous varieties. This can be done by dividing the bed (a cartwheel design made with bricks is very attractive), or by using pots sunk into the ground. Herbs comprise of both annual plants, that germinate, grow, flower and die within the year, and perennials that will grow on from one year to the next. Whatever you plant, you will need to find out which type it is and the conditions that it favours. The more hardy perennial types such as thyme, rosemary or mint may be happy outside all year round. One of the advantages of using containers is that tender varieties can be moved under cover during the worst of the winter and even tender annuals like basil can have their season extended by lifting plants to pot up and keep on the kitchen windowsill as autumn approaches. Most types of herb can be raised from seed, but for a quicker start browse the farmers market, garden centre, or even car boot sales for plants that are ready to go. One of the great things about a herb garden is that it can be continually evolving. Look upon it as just the start of a collection, that will grow with time. Adding a new variety can be as simple as picking up a plant that takes your fancy on a trip out and adding a new pot to your collection. As well as using herbs fresh from the garden, you can dry leaves by hanging in bunches and then storing in an airtight container, or use ice cube trays to freeze chopped up leaves with a drop of water. Store the cubes in polythene bags, great for adding to a stew in the middle of winter!
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Community News
Rhinefield Probus Club
The Rhinefield Probus Club meets every third Wednesday at 10:00am at the Forest Park Hotel, Rhinefield Road, Brockenhurst. We have a wide variety of entertaining speakers followed by lunch. New members and guests are always welcome. For further details please visit our website: www.rhinefieldprobus.org.uk Or contact the Secretary at: secretaryrhinefieldprobus@hotmail.com
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A place to rediscover, renew or explore Christian Faith. Meetings informal and contemporary style. Band leading worship. Talk from inspirational Christian Leader and someone to pray with if you like. Meetings held on the second Wednesday of the month at:
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All Parkinson’s sufferers and their carers are welcome to join us for gentle, chair-based exercises specifically tailored to their needs and abilities. We meet every Tuesday at 10.30am at Boldre War Memorial Hall, Pilley, SO41 5QG for exercises, chat and mutual support. Join in with the fun and friendly banter as we stretch those unused muscles! Contact Roni on 01590 688887 for more details.
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Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... Accountants BAS Associates....................................................... 17 Bathrooms K & B Installations................................................. 37 Bedrooms Custom Creations.................................................. 39 Swan Systems Furniture........................................ 7 Builders & Carpenters J H Joinery.............................................................. 8 RJW Carpentry....................................................... 32 Building & Gardening Supplies Sydenhams............................................................ 31 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.............................................. 32 Car Dealerships Meadens of Brockenhurst...................................... 19 Carpets & Flooring Lymington Carpets................................................. 25 Carpet Cleaning Services New Forest Carpet Clean....................................... 17 Community News Adventures of Nellie.............................................. 26 Filling Station......................................................... 36 Get your own copy of The Adventures of Nellie.....29 Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.............. 6 Motoring: VW Passat GLE.....................................18 New Forest Art Society.......................................... 24 On Your Plot: Herb Gardens...................................34 Outdoor Classroom Day........................................ 14 Parkinsons New Forest.......................................... 36 Rhinefield Probus Club........................................... 36 Tastes so good: Chewy Breakfast Bar....................30 Demolition & Asbestos Clearance Services Pro-Dem................................................................ 9 Driveways White & Sons......................................................... 25 Education Moyles Court School.............................................. 2 Electricians 247 Electrics.......................................................... 8 Green Light Electrical............................................. 5 Fabric Shops The Forest Mill Shop.............................................. 15 Funeral Directors R Hallum................................................................ 9 Furniture The Cane & Rush Workshop..................................28 Garden Services Proscapes Garden Landscaping.............................31
Golf Clubs Brokenhurst Manor Golf Club................................40 Health & Fitness Slimming World - Tina Fagan................................ 3 Kitchens K & B Installations................................................. 37 Mobility Products & Services New Forest Mobility Services.................................16 Oven Cleaners Oven King.............................................................. 28 Oven Wizards........................................................ 3 Pest Control Services Whelan Pest Prevention........................................ 13 Plumbers Bournemouth Plumbing Services...........................32 Gas Technique....................................................... 23 Property Maintenance DC Home Improvements........................................ 28 Puzzles & Competitions Crossword.............................................................. 22 Kids page............................................................... 10 Prize Wordsearch................................................... 33 Roofing Forest Park Roofing............................................... 28 REKU Coatings....................................................... 17 Solicitors Heppenstalls.......................................................... 5 Stonemasons Lockerley Stone & Masonry................................... 8 Tiles On The Tiles........................................................... 22 Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons............................................... 35 Broadoak Tree Care............................................... 32 Westbeams Tree Care............................................ 1 Venues & Events Bramshaw Village Hall.......................................... 12 Foxlease................................................................. 16 Waste Services Philip Trim Contractors.......................................... 16 Will Writing Services Dorset Wills........................................................... 15 Windows, Doors & Conservatories Cloudy2Clear Windows.......................................... 11 Pure Windows....................................................... 20 Woodburners Stoves & Fireplaces................................................ 3 Worktops Portman Stone....................................................... 3
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