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April/May 2015
In this issue: Win a meal for two at The Kings Arm in Longham Ferndown Bowls Club Open Day Local Business Directory Dorset Wildlife Trust: Walk for Wildlife Bournemouth & East Dorset Relay for Life Adventures of Nellie
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4 Dear Neighbours, What a wonderful time of year this is. I love those bright coloured spring Edition 109 flowers especially the daffodils and tulips. It is a great time to make plans for the rest of the year, sort the garden out, spring clean the house, and generally look forward to a good summer. The Ferndown & Debbie & Stephen Corney West Parley Directory has with our son Hayden a lot of local trades people and services that could make your life a little easier and do some of the work for you. They would love to hear from you, so please mention us when making any calls or enquiries. Stephen and I really appreciate this and I know the advertisers definitely do! This month we have gardeners, electricians, builders, estate agents, pet services, estate planners, record shops, residential care homes, carpet cleaners, blinds and shutters, locksmiths, motorcycling clothing and much more! Please use the index at the back for the full array of categories. We also have our regular “Nellie” feature. This month she took us on a Murder Mystery Tour! What fun we had and we will certainly be doing more of those. You can read all about our trip to Shaftesbury. There are other articles too, including information about the Bournemouth & East Dorset Race for Life, Dorset Wildlife Trust asking us to “Walk for Wildlife” and Dorset Police on how to guard against phone fraud. Don’t forget to fill in your wordsearches. The VERY lucky winner of the garden furniture from Reformed Plastics is Maxine Almond. We had literally hundreds of replies, so well done to you! We hope you enjoy your picnic table. Maxine will be featured in our May issue of The Ferndown & West Parley Directory. Wishing you all a fabulous Easter,
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Published by: Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Publications Telephone: 01202 894397 Email: info@ferndowndirectory.co.uk Copy deadline for the May 2015 edition: 20th April 2015
In this issue... Bournemouth & East Dorset Relay for Life....... 8 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Walk for Wildlife..............12 Dorset Police: Prevent Phone Fraud...................18 LawSpot............................22 Kids Page..........................24 Naturally Good: Brown Butter & Beer Braised Kale....28 Martin Lewis: Debt............34 Adventures of Nellie..........38 Motoring: Nissan Qashqai....46 Wimborne Town Band.........48 Prize Wordsearch..............51 On your plot: April showers....52 Ferndown Bowls Club...........54 It’s all Childs Play..............58 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 Ferndown & West Parley Directory 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.
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‘Keeping It In The Family’ – WILLS, TRUSTS AND LPA’s A Last Will and Testament is a very important legal document, but if you want to protect and pass on a lifetime’s hard work to those you love and care for, it’s vital you get it right. As life progresses, the threats to the inheritance you plan to leave to your loved ones grow rapidly. Often, people don’t discover these threats until it’s too late. A well written Last Will and Testament which includes the appropriate use of trusts can help protect your home and savings from threats such as:A co-owners Long Term Care Fees
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The above are just some of the important areas we can help with. We also advise on something else just as vital as writing your Will – A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Did you Know - Without an LPA in place, bank accounts, even jointly held accounts, can be frozen by your bank if you lose mental capacity. Everyone should plan for this eventuality to ensure [OLPY HɈHPYZ JHU IL OHUKSLK I` ZVTLVUL they trust. If some or all of these issues are important to you then simply call us on 01202 287057 to arrange a home consultation. My advice is local, FREE and without obligation. All our work is fully insured for your total peace of mind. Tony Raybould ASWW, CeFA, CeMAP Collective Legal Solutions Call: 01202 287057
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The Birth of a Child There’s plenty to think about when you become a parent, but high on the agenda should be reviewing your Will to include your child as a EHQH¾FLDU\ DQG appoint a guardian to look after your child if anything happens to you.
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As a grandparent you get to enjoy all the good bits of parenting, but can hand the little bundle of joy back at the end of the day. It’s time to reconsider your planning to cater for the new family structure.
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RELAY FOR LIFE Bournemouth & East Dorset
Relay For Life Bournemouth & East Dorset will exceed £200,000 fundraising milestone as it embarks on its 8th year in Ferndown this July. Unlike any other Cancer Research UK event, the Bournemouth and East Dorset Relay For Life is for everyone in the community of all ages, background, gender and ability. It is an entirely volunteer-led and funded 24 hour annual event for Cancer Research UK, This year on the 11th / 12th July at Ferndown Leisure Centre. Our youngest ever participant was just a few months old and our eldest a 90 year old cancer survivor. Other individuals with disabilities have also taken part over the years with the support from their team members to raise money to help bring forward the day when all cancers are cured, meanwhile developing kinder and more effective treatments. Teams of between 8 to 15 people from all walks of life undertake a wide range of fundraising activities, both big and small throughout the months leading up to the event. During the Relay itself, team members take it in turns to walk round a track while everyone else enjoys a wide range of entertainment and fun activities on offer. As Relay For Life is non-stop through the night, those team members not on the track, take it in turns to rest, eat, or sleep in their tents. Every Relay For Life begins with the inspiring Survivors’ Lap of Honour. Cancer survivors walk the first lap, cheered and supported by the community. Together we celebrate life and our joint efforts which mean that together we will beat cancer sooner. As the evening draws in, everyone gathers to light Candles of Hope and pay tribute to those
whose lives have been affected by cancer. Bags are decorated and lit up by a glowing candle meaning poignant messages of remembrance and celebration line the track to create a moving and unforgettable moment. With the ceremony in their minds the teams return to the Relay candlelit throughout the night. Karen Lynch volunteer Chairman of Relay For Life in Bournemouth and East Dorset, said: “ Relay For Life is about being part of a community united in the belief that together we are a stronger than cancer and we can make a stand against the disease. It is a unique event with a celebratory atmosphere and everyone who joins in will take away something special. We would love to hear from anyone who wants to find out more about Relay For Life and how they can take part or help in any way, either in preparation, raising funds, on the day support or sponsorship. For more information visit: cruk.org/relay or call 08716412602. Email: r4lbournemouth@gmail.com or call 01202 537624. We are also on Facebook and Twitter (@RFL_Bournemouth).
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Wildlife News
Talking about Wildlife...
Walk for wildlife this Spring This spring, Dorset Wildlife Trust is asking not just what we can do for wildlife, but what wildlife can do for us. There are many mental and physical benefits to spending time outside, and for many of us, it is a luxury, and a great way to spend time with the family. That feeling of breathing in fresh air, or the achievement of climbing a hill to take in a stunning view (of which there are plenty of in Dorset), can’t be matched by any computer game or television show. Statistics also show that we should be aiming to spend at least 30 minutes of good quality time outside, every day. This is a great habit to get children into especially, as the great outdoors still holds so much for them to learn about. So this Easter if you’re looking for a challenge, something to do with the family outside, and a way to raise money for charity, with some beautiful coastal views along the way, Dorset Wildlife Trust’s (DWT) ‘Walk for Wildlife’ might be just the thing for you. Walk for Wildlife has been running for over 10 years, and is one of the highlights in DWT’s year. This year, the walks start and finish at Leeson House, near Swanage. There are three to choose from, and for the first time there is a new 2 miles route suitable for families*, and lots of activities are also on offer at the start and finish, including face painting, a puppet show with the ‘Hand to mouth theatre’, and a special prize for the school with the most amount of walkers.
The 6 mile and 13 mile routes both take in the rugged scenery of the Purbeck coastline, with a good chance of seeing puffins, dolphins and gannets out at sea, whilst the coastal path should provide opportunities to spot peregrine falcons and ravens, as we as newly arrive migrants such as wheatear and swallows. We are also asking those taking part to raise some money for Dorset Wildlife Trust through sponsorship – this is a great way for us to continue helping wildlife in Dorset, and for participants to feel they are giving something back to wildlife, whilst burning some calories at the same time! For more information, and to book online, visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ walkforwildlife, or phone 01305 264620.
*Please note that none of the routes are suitable for pushchairs
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Walking the Jurassic Coast Photo: Dorset Wildlife Trust
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HANG UP ON FRAUDSTERS Telephone fraudsters are targeting Dorset residents Cold callers trick people into transferring money to a fake bank account or sending it via courier
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Law Spot ...providing the answers
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Every month the solicitors and lawyers at Harold G Walker will be providing answers to your questions about the law. My partner has moved out of the family home. Can I change the locks to stop them coming back in whenever they want? If the family home is jointly owned you cannot legally change the locks on the property without their consent. This can also be the case if the property is held in your or their sole name. This is because they may have a right to occupy the property.
Chantal Findlay Family Lawyer
It is however appropriate for the person who has left the property and now has separate living arrangements to respect your home-life and your privacy. They should therefore give you a reasonable amount of
My father has excluded my sister from his will leaving everything to me – I don’t think its fair – is there anything I can do about this and if so, are there any inheritance tax consequences for me?
notice if they do want to come to the property. If this isn’t happening and you are uncomfortable with the situation it is sensible to talk to a solicitor. A solicitor can write to them or their legal representative about the situation and often this is enough to remedy the situation. If threats have been made against you by your partner or there has been intimidation and violence, it can be appropriate to get the police involved. It is also possible to make an application to the court for an Occupation Order. This prevents the other person from accessing (or coming within a certain distance of) the property. Occupation orders are not made lightly by the Courts but if you are in a situation where you have been or feel threatened by your partner, they may well be appropriate. It is important to speak to a solicitor and the police if you are in this situation. you, these include:(a) The variation must not be made for any consideration in money or money’s worth (ie your sister cannot compensate you in another way for the benefit she is receiving via the Deed
You can either give your sister a large financial gift from your own pocket once you receive your (b) It must be in writing inheritance however for the value of this gift to fall (c) The Deed must contain a statement relating to outside your estate for inheritance tax purposes, you the section of the Inheritance Tax Act which applies must survive the gift by 7 years. to the variation Alternatively, if it is under 2 years since your father It is vital that you obtain died you can make a DEED OF VARIATION also independent legal advice known as a DEED OF FAMILY ARRANGEMENT. All before embarking on any parties affected by the variation must agree to it but changes to any inheritance if minor children are affected the court’s permission that you receive to ensure may be required. all formalities have been Nicola Lowe Certain conditions must be complied with in order complied with and to avoid the for there to be no inheritance tax implications for taxman knocking at your door. Wills &Probate Solicitor
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I absolutely love kale. It’s packed with flavour and nutrients and it’s incredibly quick and easy to cook. Braising kale in beer and brown butter gives the finished dish a really nice nutty flavor and the quick method of cooking ensures that the kale retains its vibrant green colour. 1. First prepare the kale by washing it and then cutting out the stem. It is important to cut out the center stem because it can be tough and chewy. Once you have removed the stems, quickly shred the kale by rolling up the leaves into a cylinder and roughly slicing them. Set to one side. 2. In a large frying pan or sauté pan place two tablespoons of butter and cook on a medium heat until starting to turn a light brown colour. At this stage quickly add the beer and chicken stock and turn up the heat to high. Bring to the boil and then add the kale. 3. Cook the kale for approximately 3 minutes until most of the moisture has evaporated and the kale is nicely glazed. Add the chopped pecans and seasoning to taste. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with the dried cranberries. Chef’s tip: Make sure that the liquid is boiling and the heat is on high before adding the kale, you don’t want to slow cook it because it can lose its vibrant green color if it is stewed for too long.
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The Adventures of Nellie The Dorset Publications Camper Van “Treasury Trails”! What a great idea. Basically this is a live game of cluedo, and what fun! In Dorset alone there are 57 murder mystery walks. The website to find these fantastic walks is www. treasuretrails.co.uk. which tells us… “A Treasure Trail is an imaginative way to explore towns, cities & villages across the UK with a self-guided themed walk. An easy to follow route will enable you to crack the clues whilst taking in some of the most fascinating sights along the way.” There are themed walks in Bournemouth, Poole, Corfe Castle, Dorchester, Christchurch, Wareham, Sandbanks, Sherborne, Piddle Village, practically anywhere you may wish to visit… and explore with a purpose to find “who did it” and “with what”? The answers are ficticious and are not based on actual events, nor fortunately are there any real bodies or deadly truncheons lying around. It is all harmless fun and very educational. You find out about local history, discover
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spectacular views, we just could not see because of the fog. We couldn’t believe it, but being the ‘spirit of play’ souls that we are, we turned this into a lot of fun. The precarious walk down the famous Gold Hill, set in this hazy ambience was rather exhilarating. We could have been characters in a Dickens novel following the route of an unsavoury type, determined to catch him. Anyway back to reality… we eventually found our way to the last clue. We did it! We unlocked the mystery! I have to say I was rather glad there were quite a lot of us, as some of the clues were pretty taxing, but that made it all the more exciting when we did find “who did it” and “with what”. Nellie highly recommends Treasure Trails. Do take a look at the website. You can download the clues, or have them sent in the post. We found another recently that is a ‘walk and a ride’ with clues… so Nellie is very excited about that as she really will be able to join in! Maybe we can tell you about that next time…but where will it be? Where will Nellie go next…? By Debbie Corney
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The second generation, family oriented car is now longer, lower and wider, giving it a more imposing stance while maintaining a raised driving position. The vehicle under review is front-wheel drive, the set-up which Nissan says will account for most sales, but all-wheel drive is available too.
Despite its modest size, the engine’s low weight and more fuel-efficient operation also mean it’s cleaner and more economical than the model it replaces. The 1.2 engine emits just 129g/km of CO₂ (15g/km less than the outgoing 1.6-litre petrol unit), and has an average fuel consumption figure of 50.4mpg.
The Qashqai's exterior looks modern and there’s a better quality feel to the cabin - perfect for many years of hardcore family use. The range-topping Tekna model features an array of technologies that highlight the Japanese motor manufacturer’s lead in the crossover market.
Being a family car, you’d expect safety to be a priority for the Qashqai – and you’d be right. The Nissan features a host of innovative safety features which helped it confidently pass all Euro NCAP's tests to record the maximum five-star rating.
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Engineered to offer the best possible levels of protection for children, the fresh Qashqai particularly shone in the Child Occupant tests. Based on readings from the dummies used in tests, the Qashqai scored maximum points for its protection of an 18-month old infant. On that basis alone, I’m sold on the car – but then I do have an 18 month old and two other small children to take to school. I can definitely see the appeal – and so, it seems, do other parents.
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Qualified Gardening Lady offering quality and reliable: Lawn Care - mowing, edging, moss control, etc. Bed Work - weeding, cultivating, cutting back Pruning - hedges, shrubs, small trees Design, seasonal planting displays, hanging baskets Leaf and garden debris clean-up
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It’s Childs Play
It’s all
CHILDS PLAY Showers of Fun
Think of April, and showers will probably come to Add powder paint to puddles for stamping, mind. Not the grey rain-filled skies of February but colour mixing and pattern-making with wellies the vivid blue expansive skies of Spring, warmed or toy cars. by the sun that give way to sudden and brief Add glitter and sequins for some sparkly fun. downpours. Put out lots of containers for collecting water in and exploring the different sounds they make. They say that there’s no such thing as bad weather Add food colouring for a visual spectacle. only bad clothing and the eyes of children this is Provide pipes and bits of guttering for certainly true. A sudden downpour brings experimenting with water flow and pathways. excitement and change to the world outdoors and children love nothing better than exploring the Collect an assortment of objects like corks and puddles and rivulets created in wellington boots. recycled plastic containers for exploring sinking and floating and old whisks, sieves, funnels and Next time it rains, take a moment to look at what pots for mixing up magical concoctions. the youngest children do. Invariably this won’t be Add peppermint, orange or lemon oil for smelly cowering from the rain to protect their hair, or fun. head down marching forward to get home as Use different sized paintbrushes for water quick as possible. Chances are they will be painting with – the best bit is there’s no mess purposely jumping in puddles, seemingly to clear up! experimenting with the effects of their full-bodied Paint pictures on paper and take outside to see actions. how the rain changes them by blurring the paint. Patting a puddle with a flat hand, enjoying the sound and feel of icy cold water; stood still with tongue outstretched to catch droplets of rain; or shrieking with delight as they run wild, freed from limitations that comes from being soaked through. Unlike us adults children tend to relish the feeling of rain on their body, thinking nothing of striding through puddles and generally getting drenched.
Sadly most of us can’t remember and share in the delight of being a child in the rain, the feeling of damp clothes, exploring cause and effect, noise and sheer pleasure of splashing. Add to this the groans or shrieks of adults as they are caught up in the crossfire and you have the makings for a very satisfying game. If you want to add some extra sparkle to rain time, for children’s (or your) benefit, why not try these cheap and fun ideas:
So next time it rains, instead of snuggling up in the warm and dry make a point of heading outdoors. Armed with wellies, raincoats and brollies, adults too can relive the joy and release of splashing about in the rain. And if you do get wet through, there’s nothing better than warming up indoors with a soft towel and warming drink and a story about the rain!
Sue Gascoyne
Sue is a published author and educational consultant and therapeutic play practitioner. She is the founder and Creative Director of Play to Z Ltd, specialist providers of award winning Sensory Play resources. To find out more about Sue’s latest research and resources go to; sue@playtoz.co.uk www.playtoz.co.uk 01206 796722
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Put your feet... in good hands! Having been the podiatrist on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 cruise liner and also having worked within the NHS in a variety of roles specialising in diabetes high risk clinics, biomechanical clinics and specialised nail surgery clinics, Catherine Ranger brings a wealth of experience to Ferndown.
She graduated with a Honours degree in Podiatry from the University of Brighton in 1995 before taking a position as clinical lecturer at Huddersfield University. More recently she was a lecturer in Podiatry at University College London and the University of East London before moving down to the South Coast.
‘I am able to provide specialised services including gait analysis and orthotic therapy for those experiencing pain in their feet, heels, knees and lower back’, says Catherine. Nail surgery for the removal of ingrowing toenails is available as well as general care for nails hard skin and verrucas. Diabetic foot care and advice is available whether during a routine appointment or as a one off diabetic vascular and neurological assessment. ‘We run a professional welcoming and friendly clinic and are happy to answer any queries about foot problems if people are unsure whether I can help’, adds Catherine.
She has owned and worked with practices in Southampton and the New Forest for a number of years. Catherine bought the Ferndown Chiropody Clinic in 2009.
Ferndown Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic • Routine treatment of corns, callus and nails • Fungal and in-growing nail care • Verrucae treatments • Nail cutting only service • Specialised orthotics for foot, leg and back pain • Nail surgery for in-growing nails • Diabetic foot care and advice • Home visits available Struggling to think of the perfect present? Give a gift voucher to show you care!!
181 New Road, West Parley, BH22 8ED
Catherine Ranger BSc (Hons) Podiatry, MSCh, DPodM HCPC registered
01202 581090 www.ferndownchiropodyclinic.co.uk
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