The Ferndown & West Parley
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February 2018
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Dear Ferndown & West Parley residents,
Happy Valentines Day to all our wonderful readers! This is the time of year we sit and think about the sunshine, warmer times and the ability to get out more again. Stephen, myself and Hayden, (with Nellie the campervan of Debbie & Stephen Corney course) have started to do more walking, even on cold days, so long as it is dry. It is a great way to lift the spirits, get away from the TV and blow the cobwebs away. We had a wonderful walk to Moors Valley last week and even met friends on the way. What a success. So, if you are able to get out I do think it helps. Nellie also took us on a “Murder Mystery Walk” around Wimborne… in the dark! What fun that was. I do hope you have time for a read and better still try a “Treasure Trail” for yourselves. You can even win £100 if you enter their competition!
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Inside your local magazine there are many articles to peruse. I hope you enjoy them whilst relaxing over a cuppa. With a new year already well on its way, if you have any plans to upgrade the house or garden and would like more time for yourself, then do call one (or several) of our loyal advertisers. I am sure we have the perfect person to help you. Please mention us when calling and Wish them all the Best!
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Edition 141 Welcome...
In this issue...
The lucky winner of the prize wordsearch last month was Patrick Boylan. Well done to you! We do hope you have had a good start to 2018 and have exciting plans for this year. Wishing you all the Very Best,
Debbie & Stephen Corney Published by: Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Publications Telephone: 01202 894397 Email: info@ferndowndirectory.co.uk Copy deadline for the March 2018 edition: 12th February 2018
Kids Page................................10 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Birds of a feather..................12 Nigel Havers becomes patron of Julia’s House hospice.......18 LawSpot..................................22 Ferndown Upper School thanks Jon Egging Trust........26 Wimborne & Ferndown Lions deliver Christmas packages....28 Wimborne Town Football Club....30 Puzzle Corner..........................34 Expanded programme of events at Knoll Gardens.........36 Adventures of Nellie.................38 Craft Fayre in Ferndown...........40 Celebrity Interview: Kiri Te Kanawa......................42 Tastes so good: Steak & chips....46 Prize Wordsearch.....................51 A Beginner’s Guide: Kids............52 Local Music Scene...................54 Motoring: Range Rover Sport......60 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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Community News
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£93,500 For Awards in 2018 At their meeting on Saturday the Trustees of the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation allocated a staggering £93,500 for awards in 2018!
This money will be used to provide bursaries and scholarships to local young people providing them with opportunities to discover their potential and develop their talents as they work towards achieving their ambitions. Young people from seven local schools will benefit together with Girl Guides, Scouts, Air Cadets, Sea Cadets, Royal Marine Cadets, members of the Coda Fiddle Orchestra, the Dorset Music Service and bursaries will also be provided to young people from Dorset who need financial support to take part in sailing adventures with the Tall Ships Youth Trust.
The charity was set up in memory of Lt John Thornton RM who was tragically killed in Afghanistan in 2008. As the 10th year anniversary approaches there is no better time to reflect on John’s legacy and all that has been achieved in his name. The figures are quite incredible. A total of £526,000 awarded to almost 1400 young individuals together with numerous group projects. It isn’t however the total amount of money awarded or the number or individuals and groups who have benefited, but the difference these awards have made to young people’s lives which is the cause for celebration. One of the awards winners summed things up nicely. “What an amazing charity! Thanks to the JTYAF I am living my dream.”
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Do you drive an automatic car? The majority of car manufacturers recommend changing the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) on automatic gearboxes every 40,000 miles. We have invested and are now equipped with the latest ATF exchanger machine, which runs flushing detergent through the gearbox, thus ensuring a 100% exchange of the total fluid capacity, unlike traditional methods. Are you experiencing any of the following? Rough gear change during acceleration Slow or delayed gearshifts Difficult to move from Park to Drive/Reverse
Contact us on 01202 894488 to book your automatic car in for a fluid service 441 Wimborne Rd East, Ferndown, BH22 9NA
Noisy gear changes or loud running noise An increase in transmission vibrations
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Get a Wow from your Worktops! A fabulous range of stunning works surfaces, all lovingly crafted under one roof. At R&A Fabrications we create beautiful surfaces. Choose from nature’s highly aesthetic stone or timber; or one of the myriad of man made quartz colours available, or from one of the amazingly versatile and contemporary acrylics. Based in Ringwood, Hampshire, we are ideally located for discerning trade and private customers in Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and the home counties, who appreciate the quality of high specification work surfaces. For more details take a look at our website:
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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 Ferndown 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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Wildlife News
Talking about Wildlife...
Birds of a feather... At about 4pm on a cold winter’s day, the sky may come alive with the shape of birds flocking together, with the sudden deafening sound of chitter chatter filling the air. One of wildlife’s most spectacular sights is approaching – a swooping and swirling murmuration of starlings. It may surprise you to know that starlings are actually becoming a less common sight in the UK, so seeing a flock of them is a wonderful thing. Other winter visitors flocking include birds from Eastern Europe and even species from the far northern regions, such as redwings and fieldfares from Scandinavia. So, why do birds flock? Well, why not! Birds can move easily and quickly, so they make the most of an annual trip to the UK, with an abundance of food, and a warmer climate to enjoy. Flocks of birds are also essential for their survival this time of year, as
Starlings
Photo: Stewart Canham
Starlings in flight
Photo: Stewart Canham
their main advantage is literally their safety in numbers and they can distract predators with the sheer size of the group, making it hard for them to focus on just one bird when there’s so many, so close together. Large groups of birds can also stay warm, and hunt together, increasing their chances of survival. Dorset Wildlife Trust nature reserves are an excellent place to witness these special wildlife sights this winter, but you are also likely to see some activity in your own garden, by leaving out water and food for birds. Winter is a hard time of year to find food, so they need all the help they can get! Find out more about DWT reserves at: www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ reserves and share your photos and videos with us at: www.facebook.com/ dorsetwildlife or www.twitter.com/ dorsetwildlife. By Sally Welbourn
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Are you... Utilising your annual exemptions for all your personal taxes? Making the most of your corporation tax and annual allowances? Considering your options in regard to rental income tax changes? Taking advantage of any pension contributions you can make? If the answer was NO to any of the above questions, please book a place on our seminar to hear about ways we can help you.
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Safe and smooth demolition and removal of old sheds and garages. Get rid of the eye sore and create a space to enjoy next spring! Using the highest quality machinery and a team of experienced workers, the job gets done right! Safe and secure transfer of any asbestos waste with all essential documentation. Waste transfer permit held.
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You’ve worked hard for what you have. Make sure you keep it. Protect your home from funding future care fees which currently run at an average £1000 per week. Do you want your home and wealth to go to your children and other loved ones? Have you ever considered what the effect might be on your savings and investments, or even your home, if you ever needed residential care later in life. The Problem Currently anyone with assets in excess of £23,250 will not receive any assistance with care fees. Typically, when a couple owns a house together and one partner dies, their share passes to the surviving spouse. Whilst at first glance this would appear practical it is this sole and absolute ownership that enables a whole property to be taken into consideration as an asset by the local authority and puts the property on danger of needing to be sold to fund care.
The Solution A Property Protection Trust Will is a will drafted to help protect your property from an assessment by the local authority to fund long term care fees. The half share of the family home belonging to the first person to die, passes into trust. This type of trust is also known as a Life Interest Trust in favour of the survivor which means that they can benefit from the share of the house in the trust during his/her lifetime and on their death the trust fund passes to others, usually the children. What’s Included Severance of tenancy on your property. This changes the legal ownership on the land registry from joint tenants to tenants in common. Meaning you both own it 50/50. Full details can be seen below.
Protect your home from funding future care fees... Currently anyone with assets in excess of £23,250 will not receive any assistance with care fees... A Property Protection Trust Will is one drafted to help protect your property from an assessment by the local authority to fund long term care fees. Our offer includes: 2 x Wills, 2 x Protective Property Trusts, 2 x Property & Finance LPA Grants, 2 x Health & Wellbeing LPA Grants, 2 x Advanced Directives. Usual price £1499 - LIMITED TIME OFFER just £999
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GET FIT STAY FIT If improved fitness, energy and strength are on your fit list, you’re in luck. Our unique classes are part exercise, part dance but all fun. Follow us FLexercise Ferndown. Ferndown Village Hall, Church Road, BH22 9ET. Tuesday mornings 10am (Term time only) Debbie: 01202 872219 or 07887752484
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Community News
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Actor Nigel Havers becomes Patron of Julia’s House Nigel Havers has become a Patron of Julia’s House, the Dorset and Wiltshire children’s hospice charity.
The actor pledged to support the work of the Julia’s House after visiting its new children’s hospice in Wiltshire. Nigel said: “I am delighted to be supporting Julia’s House as a Patron. Having seen the Devizes hospice for myself, I have been bowled over by the wonderful facilities and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. How lovely for Wiltshire families to be able to access so many marvellous things – like the amazing bath and the sensory room – which they don’t have at home. “What impresses me most is how Julia’s House staff really get to know every member of the families and support them is so many ways. I look forward to being part of this very special charity.” To celebrate his new role he invited
a group of Julia’s House siblings – brothers and sisters of children with life-limiting conditions – to join him for a VIP visit to the London Palladium where they had the chance to see him in an entirely different role, starring in the panto Dick Whittington. Afterwards the delighted youngsters were greeted by Nigel and whisked off for a backstage tour where they also met fellow cast members Julian Clary and Ashley Banjo of Diversity fame. Nigel Havers joins a line-up of Patrons that includes Martin Clunes, Eddie Howe, Guy and Jacqui Ritchie, Jasper Conran, Trudie Styler and Rupert Everett.
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Robo Repairs Ltd Internal & External Property Maintenance Most work undertaken... from a dripping tap to a full room or garden makeover. Fully insured • Friendly, Honest & Reliable Free, no obligation quotation Give us a call or email to discuss your needs and we will be happy to help! Sean Page: 07793 016836 or 01202 894145 E: roborepairs@btinternet.com www.roborepairsltd.co.uk
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The Ret reat at Rockley
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Providing the answers
to your legal questions
Will I get my legal costs paid if I am successful in my dispute case?
practice is set out in many pages of Court Rules in addition to which the Courts have Many people believe that if they take legal proceedings regard to cases already decided and reported in which those rules are scrutinised, considered and which are successful they will be entitled to recover all their costs of bringing the legal proceedings. Except for adjudicated upon. Some people may be rare cases where the Court Orders the costs to be paid encouraged to take the DIY route and to avoid the on an indemnity basis, it is no longer a wise assumption cost of employing a lawyer but again, limited costs may be recoverable. to make as the introduction of concepts such as proportionality and reasonableness now bear heavily Where a claim is settled by agreement prior to the on the actual sum likely to be recovered. issue of legal proceedings but has incurred substanWhere legal proceedings are issued, cases are categorised by value in to Tracks. There is a Small Claims Track for relatively straightforward matters with a monetary value up to £10,000, the Fast Track for claims up to £25,000 and the Multi-Track for higher value or more complicated disputes. Each track has its own rules restricting the amount of costs recoverable which will either be fixed by a tariff or assessed by the Court if no agreement can be reached. How each operates in
tial legal costs, the general rule is that costs are not recoverable unless it is made a term of settlement for all, or part of the costs are to be paid. Our Lawyers are experienced in dealing with costs arguments and can provide invaluable help and guidance. Hugh Storry Deans
Welcome relief for first time buyers.
those purchasing for less than £250,000 (or up to £450,000 in London) and can provide a further boost to savings of up to £3,000.
The recent budget announcement to waive stamp duty for first time buyers was a very welcome step to aid those trying to get their foot on the first rung of the property ladder. With ever increasing property prices, in recent years it has become more and more difficult to save the deposit needed to purchase that much sought after starter home. On top of the deposit, first time buyers need to budget for legal fees, surveys and mortgage fees, and until November this year, Stamp Duty Land Tax. On a first time purchase of £275,000 Stamp Duty alone was a further £3,750. With the November budget announcement this is now waived for first time buyers purchasing a property up to a value of £300,000. Other help already available to First Time Buyers is the Help to Buy ISA which provides a bonus payment for
This is all great news for new comers to the property market, meaning that the dream of owning a property can be a step closer. Our Conveyancing team offer an approachable and friendly service, and having had a presence in the local area for over 70 years, they have the knowledge and expertise to help you make the right decisions with confidence. Please contact us today for further information.
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There is no guarantee that your question will be used and you will not get a personal response. The answers in this feature are for guidance purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.
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What clients say about Debbie Haynes Chiropody... “Debbie has been my chiropodist for several years. She offers an excellent service in a relaxing and friendly environment. She is very skilful and professional with great results.” Mrs H, West Moors “3 years ago a neighbour recommended Debbie to me and I have been delighted with the service she gives ever since. She is very professional, pleasant and has given me sound advice regarding foot care. Indeed, I have reason to be very grateful to her for recognising a potential medical condition. I can thoroughly recommend her. Thank you Debbie.” Mrs J, Ashley Heath “Six years ago I decided I wasn’t cutting my toe nails properly. Since then Debbie has attended to them. She always does an excellent job, full feet and leg checks, advice and always a chat. I am very pleased. Thank you Debbie.” Mr G, West Moors “I have been going to Debbie for 6 years now. Having thickened toe nails made my feet vey uncomfortable but over time with care and patience and ongoing care I no longer get any pain. With advice on how to control the hard skin on my feet and various other minor problems I feel like I have new feet!” Mrs S, Ferndown “I have been coming to see Debbie for a number of years, as I had lots of veruccas on both feet. After a lot of work my feet are looking fab and it is great to have the confidence to wear my flip flops in the summer!” Mrs S, Ferndown “Professional and friendly attention keeps us and our feet feeling happy!” Mr M, Ferndown “I have had my feet for over 60 years now and I decided it was time they needed some love and care. I have been seeing Debbie on a monthly basis since then for a few years and my feet are in wonderful condition. It is thanks to her care and advice that they are like new. Over the years Debbie has built up a dossier on my feet and never fails to ask what medication I take or has it changed. To me, she is a most kind and caring person and I look forward to each visit. I cannot recommend her highly enough, her courteous manner, the attention paid and her concern for my well being in general. It is a delight to visit her with these feet!!!!!! Rejuvenated.” Mr C, West Moors “I have been a client of Debbie’s for 4 years. I find her to be friendly and professional always giving me good advice about the care of my feet. Her knowledge of podiatry is really helpful when determining the best treatment for my feet and ensuring they remain comfortable between visits. My feet definitely benefit from regular treatment and with Debbie’s attention (even checking my pulses) they are ‘trouble free’ feet that I don’t have to worry about. Thank you Debbie.” Mrs H, West Moors
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DEBBIE HAYNES CHIROPODY BSc Hons Podiatry • HCPC • MChs For a truly personal and professional treatment in my bright, spacious, new ground floor premises with free local parking, please call me on
07909 331063
346 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9AT
www.debbiehayneschiropody.co.uk “Debbie has cared for my feet for several years now. The service she provides is always administered to a high and professional standard and is delivered in a friendly manner. I feel that if my feet were showing any signs of health problems she would detect and advise accordingly. It is good to know that my feet are safe in her hands and that hopefully I will be mobile for many years to come.” Mrs D, West Moors
Usual cost of consultation including foot health check, foot care/foot wear advice & chiropody treatment is £30 but RECEIVE £5.00 OFF FIRST VISIT WITH THIS VOUCHER
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Community News
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Ferndown Upper School thanks Jon Egging Trust Ferndown Upper school parents, students and staff wanted to say thank you to The John Egging Trust by raising £500 to support them in their marvellous work. Flt Lt Jon Egging lost his life whilst completing a display at the Bournemouth Air Festival in 2011 and his trust has been set up to enable staff and volunteers to work with young people on accredited programmes which will help to increase their self-confidence and enable them to reach their full potential.
Ferndown Upper School students have benefited from some of these programmes and have made comments such as “the teamwork day was amazing – I feel like I know what I can achieve now” and “I felt hopeless at times before but now I feel much happier and have made new friends”. The Jon Egging Trust are always looking for new volunteers and support so if you feel you can help them, please contact them through their website: www.joneggingtrust.org.uk
From L to R – Grace Hill, Payge Howard, Ruth Wright (JE Trust), Philip Jones (Head), Kaye Jackson (JE Trust), Lottie Shields, Aimee O’Connell
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Next fixtures at The Cuthbury, Cowgrove Road BH21 4EL Sat 17 Feb
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Sat 3 March
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Paulton Rovers
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Sat 24 March k.o. 15:00
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Mon 2 April
Salisbury
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Admission prices for league games: Adults £10; Concessions £6; Under 18s £2
Action from the game against Evesham Utd on 6 January - photo by Steve Harris
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...the hidden gem of Three Legged Cross Select Interiors specialise in the design and installation of high quality fitted furniture for the home, including Kitchens, Bedrooms, Home Offices & Lounge cabinets and are locally based on the Woolsbridge Industial Estate in Three Legged Cross. This family run company was founded over 20 years ago by Peter and Karen Biss, who today are still very much involved in the day to day running of the business. With their eye for detail and focus on ensuring the highest quality finish, the company has gone from strength to strength and now has its own factory for manufacturing the cabinets. To achieve the desired product, all our installers are employed by ourselves, and not sub-contracted.
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.�
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Expanded programme of garden-based events adds to Knoll Gardens’ naturalistic appeal An expanded programme of more than 50 events is planned by Dorest-based Knoll Gardens in 2018. Well known for its popular grass masterclasses, this year sees the addition of guided walks, wildlife events and art, craft and photography workshops, as well as Knoll’s first musical afternoon. All events are very much garden-based and run right through to December 2018. Knoll’s event programme starts on Saturday March 17 with a mini-masterclass on preparing grasses for stunning summer effect, followed by a willow weaving workshop on March 24. In April, events include a guided walk looking at the differences and many similarities between Knoll’s garden environment and the adjoining heathland on Tuesday 24; a bat walk on April 26 and a rather special ‘concert’ on April 28, with the sound created by amplifying the noises of plant materials including rattling seed pods and cacti needles plucked by toothpicks. Part of the Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe festival, musical ensemble Gerauschheller will provide headphones for this unusual sound performance, to create a new meditative experience in the garden. Knoll Gardens’ owner Neil Lucas said, “Alongside our horticultural programme this year will see Knoll running arts and craft sessions, outdoor yoga, and our popular monthly toddler group ‘Bugs and Buds’. We are also hosting some rather special wildlife days later in the year bringing together national experts, our own volunteers and members of the public. We hope to encourage more people to visit us, spend some time in our relaxed environment and find out about the many benefits of our naturalistic gardening style.”
Knoll Gardens is planted with thousands of grasses and flowering perennials alongside an impressive collection of rare and unusual trees and shrubs. An enjoyable visit simply as a place of rest and relaxation, it also offers a working example of a beautiful year-round garden, providing a flourishing environment for plants and a welcoming habitat for wildlife. The garden and its award-winning nursery open Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm (4pm November – March). For more information and details of the full event programme go to www.knollgardens.co.uk or call 01202 873931.
Neil Lucas, the UK’s leading authority on ornamental grasses, grass masterclass
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Adventures of Nellie
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The Adventures of Nellie The Dorset Publications Camper Van It was a chilling dark winter’s night. We arrived at Walford Mill Craft Centre all wrapped up with scarves, gloves and torches, ready for our “Murder Mystery” walk. Who did it? What with? These were the allimportant questions and we had just 2 hours to follow the clues and discover the culprit. Would we solve the Mystery in the Vestry? Ivana Cramp had been a keen member of the Minster Choir for years. She had recently come into a large inheritance when her body was found. Was this a deed of greed… or because Ivana had an overpowering,
The atmospheric minster at night
OK, so who dunnit? And with what?
flat voice? We were about to find out. This is all fiction of course but we really got into the ‘spirit’ of things. Nellie had inadvertently come across “Treasure Trails” while surfing the internet one evening. She is getting very clever as you can see! These trails are described as ‘the fun way to explore’ and can be purchased online at www.treasuretrails.co.uk or often in tourist information offices. There are a series of clues which take you all around a particular area, giving you facts and some history about local sites, whilst you find the answers to each piece of evidence and finally eliminate all but one name and the weapon used. At that point you have the guilty party! There are many places to explore and it is a great way to get to know somewhere. Not all are murder mystery trails, so have a look and
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see if there is one where you live or are visiting. It really is a fun way to get around! There were twelve of us taking the challenge that night, wanting to solve the mystery. We tried to guess from the list of people we were given, who ‘did it’ before we started. Julie got it right! How did she know I wonder… Was she really an accomplice? Now Nellie’s imagination was running riot and she was just taking this too far. I have had words with her. It was so much fun. Some of the clues do need some deciphering, others are more straight forward, but each step takes you further and further around the town. Wimborne is a fabulous place to shop and visit. The Minster looming up to the sky right in the town centre, the Jubilee Gardens, the old grandiose school house now housing flats for local residents, the River meandering through, the Quarterjack on the West Tower, with his brightly uniformed grenadier, who still strikes the quarters every
All that investigating made us hungry!
We searched high... and low!
hour, day and night, the more modern statue of a skateboarder. What a wealth of interest to see. Even in the dark! You do not have to do this walk in the dark of course, but Nellie likes to be different and it all added to the ambience of our quest. The bright torches were useful to say the least. We solved the mystery! After all that investigating we were quite exhausted. Like Nellie we are getting on a bit now… Time for something to eat and drink. We had actually booked a carvery at the Bridge House Hotel in Longham. Delicious and great value, Nellie highly recommends it in fact. Probably because you can pile up your plate and go back for seconds. You don’t get thighs like that on lettuce leaves… Well we can safely say that Ivana from the Choir can rest in peace. Nellie isn’t giving you the answer as you could find out for yourself who did it… Where will Nellie take us next? By Debbie Corney
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Do you have questions about your computer?
The Bits & Bytes Computer Club meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the Barrington Centre in Ferndown. The first Tuesday of the month is ‘Basics’ day for people to ask those questions that seem silly but are really annoying! The second Tuesday of the month is for any questions (Basic or Complex). The club starts at 2.30 and finishes at 4.30. Feel free to bring along a laptop if you want help specifically on your machine. If you have any questions please call Neil Barton on 01202 861077 or email Neil@BartonsIT.co.uk
CRAFT FAYRE Wimborne and Ferndown Lions are holding a Craft Fayre at the Royal British Legion, Ferndown on Saturday 17th February.
Doors open 10am to 5pm. Entry £1, Children free.
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Celebrity Interview
Celebrity Interview:
Kiri te Kanawa By Tim Saunders
Celebrated opera singer Dame Kiri Te Kanawa has announced that she will not sing in public again. Her last public performance was in Melbourne, Australia in October 2016. “Before I’d gone on, I said, right, this it. And that was the end,” the soprano recently revealed on the BBC’s Today programme. “I don’t want to hear my voice. It is in the past. When I’m teaching young singers, and hearing beautiful young fresh voices, I don’t want to put my voice next to theirs.” Perhaps the greatest success for the New Zealand opera star was singing at the wedding of Lady Diana and Prince Charles at St. Paul’s Cathedral in 1981. A worldwide audience of 600m tuned in to watch this memorable occasion. In 2013 she appeared in ITV’s Downton Abbey playing the Australian operatic soprano Dame Nellie Melba. Te Kanawa has received accolades in many countries, singing a wide array of works in multiple languages from the 17th to the 20th centuries. She is particularly associated with the works of Mozart, Strauss, Verdi, Handel and Puccini, and has found particular success in portraying princesses, nobility, and other similar characters on stage. Born Claire Mary Teresa Rawstron in Gisborne, New Zealand she has Maori and European ancestry, but little is known about her birth parents. She was adopted by Thomas Te Kanawa, a Maori, and his wife, Nell. She had never made any attempt to contact her natural parents, but around this time, her half-brother Jim Rawstron contacted her. Initially, she was not willing to meet him, but later agreed. This episode ended in bitterness, and she has since reaffirmed her decision to have nothing to do with her birth family. Educated at St Mary’s College, Auckland, she formally trained in operatic singing by Dame Sister Mary Leo. Beginning her singing career as a mezzo-soprano, she later developed into a soprano. Her recording of the “Nuns’ Chorus” from the Strauss operetta Casanova was New Zealand’s first gold record.
She met Desmond Park on a blind date in London in August 1967, and they married six weeks later at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Auckland adopting two children, Antonia and Thomas. The couple divorced in 1997. In her teens and early 20s, Te Kanawa was a pop star and popular entertainer at clubs in New Zealand and regularly appeared in newspapers and magazines. In 1963, she was runner-up to Malvina Major in the Mobil Song Quest with her performance of “Vissi d’arte” from Puccini’s Tosca, and in 1965 she won the same competition. As winner, she received a grant to study in London. In 1966, she then won the prestigious Australian Melbourne Sun-Aria contest, which Major had also won the previous year. Both students had been taught by Sister Mary Leo. Later that year, without an audition, she enrolled at the London Opera Centre to study under Vera Rózsa and James Robertson, who reputedly said Te Kanawa lacked a singing technique when she arrived at the school but did have a gift for captivating audiences. She first appeared on stage as the Second Lady in Mozart’s The Magic Flute, as well as in performances of Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas in December 1968 at the Sadler’s Wells Theatre. She also sang the title role in Donizetti’s Anna Bolena. In 1969, she sang Elena in Rossini’s La donna del lago at the Camden Festival; and was offered the role of the Countess in The Marriage of Figaro after an audition of which the conductor, Colin Davis, said, “I couldn’t believe my ears. I’ve taken thousands of auditions, but it was such a fantastically beautiful voice.” Tim Saunders is an author, journalist and businessman. He meets celebrities, goes on holiday and road tests cars.
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Tastes so good... Steak and Sweet Potato Chips
February is the month of love. And a beautifully cooked steak is a wonderful way to have a romantic meal a deux, simply and easily. It’s not that hard to dish up a fabulous supper that is sure to please if you follow the simple instructions.
Ingredients 2 x 200g sirloin steaks 350g sweet potatoes 1 tbsp rapeseed oil 50g bag mixed spinach, watercress and rocket Handful of cherry tomatoes 1/3 cucumber, sliced 2 spring onions Coarse ground black pepper. For the dressing 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp rapeseed oil ½ small garlic clove, crushed
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Gardening Tips
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GUIDE Kids
It's never too soon to get children interested in gardening and where their food comes from. Even the fussiest child should be prepared to try a warm, sweet strawberry or raspberry straight from the plant or a handful of peas out of the pod (my Dad often wondered why half of his pea crop had suddenly disappeared although I'm sure he had his suspicions!) At any time of the year, children can start to understand the concept of things growing from seed if you give them a packet of cress seeds and, although they can be grown in a shallow tray, make it even more fun by saving the shells from
their breakfast boiled eggs that have had their tops cut off. Draw a face on the eggshell and fill with peat free compost or even moist kitchen roll and sprinkle with seeds. When it grows the little egg man will have a mop of green hair that they can snip and eat. In the spring, let them have a competition growing the tallest sunflower by learning how to feed and water them. They can keep some dried out seeds for next year and feed the rest to the birds in winter. Although they might shy away from anything green on their plates, they might find plenty of chopped chives, basil, marjoram/oregano and/or thyme only improves their favourite pizza or Bolognese sauce.
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Local Music Scene There’s nothing quite like live music. Whether you see an artist you’ve never even heard of or a band you know inside out, a concert is a brilliant experience and seeing a local band makes for a great lowcost night out. Supporting the emerging music scene is hugely important, and with music edging towards mass production, it’s refreshing to hear something new and authentic. Dorset has it’s own array of independent music venues, hosting great emerging artists new to the music scene.
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9th – The Zipheads at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: Attitude ridden punk rock with explosive drumbeats and high energy guitar riffs.
The Style Councillors
15th – Live Original Bands Night at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: a pick & mix of emerging bands across a range of genres showcasing their music. 17th – Xander And The Keys at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: The Bournemouth based band bring individuality to their music, playing up-beat and full-bodied sounding indie rock tracks 22nd – Deltorers at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe – Three piece grungestyle rock band, known for their powerful, infectious guitar riffs and heavy drumbeats. 23rd – The Style Councillors at The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth: Easylistening 80’s style alternative-pop.
MARCH
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4th- Ian Ellis at Chaplins Bar, Boscombe: Smooth sounding and full of feeling; an evening of Jazz by the acclaimed saxophonist. By Kate Birch
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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
Tel: 01202 874141 Web: www.pnfl.co.uk Email: info@pnfl.co.uk Let me bring the showroom to you. No need to trawl round endless shops or studios I will bring my many years of Let me bring the showroom to you. No need to trawl round endless shops or studios I will bring my many years of
Brian’s Kitchens Bedrooms-Bathrooms-Studies
From design to installation a service you can depend on
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Choose from a wide range of styles Contemporary, Traditional or Bespoke A complete service including Planning, Tiling, Fitting or Supply only Work tops Laminate, Granite Wood, Quartz
Let me bring the showroom to you. No need to trawl round endless shops or studios I will bring my many years of experience to the comfort of your own home
Please call Brian on 0782 500 42 58 or 01425 654741 for your free home consultation. www.brianskitchens.co.uk
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HEATON BUILDING SERVICES Covering all aspects of construction • Brickwork
• Roofing
• New Builds
• Electrical
• Groundworks
• Plumbing
• Disabled Adaptions
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• Maintenance
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• Block Paving
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Auto Biographies Motoring
Range Rover Sport By Tim Barnes-Clay, www.carwriteups.co.uk
Now, here’s a question that you might not know the answer to but will almost certainly have an opinion on. Is the Range Rover Sport one of the most influential cars of the modern era? A decade or so ago it seemed like all the celebrities were arriving to events in a Range Rover Sport, and since then the SUV market has exploded. Now nearly everybody wants one. Furthermore, almost every manufacturer is now making them. The Sport is not really a full-blown Range Rover. It’s cheaper for a start, and comes with five seats, but it does offer the option of seven. That said, the additional chairs are tiny and aren’t appropriate for fitting kids’ car seats. This is a lower, smaller ‘Rangie’, designed to appeal to a slightly less affluent, but still successful, crowd. And the focus has moved from out-and-out luxury to one that is more about power and pure on-road use. Of course, it’s a Range Rover, so it is well equipped, and the interior is of a high quality. The Windsor leather seats are impeccable - but the Sport is quite different to the full ‘Range Rover’. There are three diesels, two petrols, and even a new hybrid powertrain to choose from - and all are tuned primarily for clout. Only the entry level TDV6 feels a little
lacking, but equally I couldn’t recommend the powerful eight-cylinder petrol engine on offer - unless you own a small oil producing nation. This will really eat away at your cash reserves. Being designed for on-road action, rather than the full-blown Range Rover’s off-road capability, the Sport comes with optional air suspension. This keeps it comfortable and composed, even when cornering hard. The issue with driving it fast is more the size than the capability of the car. Britain’s most enjoyable roads are just a bit too small to be throwing a two-tonne SUV around, however good it might be. The Range Rover Sport is a status symbol, a luxury cruiser, and an enjoyable car to drive hard. But it’s expensive to buy and run - especially with its more commanding engines. And it’s not certain that the new hybrid unit can deliver on the claimed figures. Nevertheless, those who want one won’t be put off by such trivial matters.
Pros ‘n’ Cons • Powerful √ • Spacious √ • Comfortable √ • Composed √ • Expensive X
Fast Facts • Max speed: 130mph • 0-62 mph: 7.2 secs • Combined mpg: 40.4 • Engine: 2993cc 6-cyl turbo diesel • CO2: 185 g/km • Price: £69,145
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P.R. SMITH ROOFING
LTD
Specialists in all types of Flat Felt Roofing
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ALL WORK FULLY GUARANTEED Fully insured / Free quotations Friendly and reliable service Established for 16 years
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*Price stated is Up to 1.5 ltr engine capacity **Bronze service up to 1.5ltr engine capacity †Subject to availability
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Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...
Fires & Fireplaces Ben Wigley................................... 21
Plumbing & Heating Services Bournemouth Plumbing Solutions.... 50 C M Lovegrove............................. 19 H2OT Heating.............................. 48 P L H Heating............................... 13 Ultraheat Plumbing & Heating..... 1
Garage Doors Skandoor...................................... 49
Property Development RDG Group................................... 31
Bedrooms Custom Creations......................... 2 Custom Fit................................... 41 Select Interiors............................. 32
Garage Services Coastal Car Sales & Service......... 61 DLH Cars & Commercials............. 55 Longham Motor Engineers........... 9
Beds The Bed Store............................... 5
Garden Services Alpha Fencing & Trees................. 56 Douglas Hutchins Landscaping.... 58 Green-side Turfcare..................... 50 H W White Landscaping.............. 23 Jon Stokes Garden Services........... 6
Property Maintenance Brooklyn Home Improvements.... 17 John Stevens Property Care......... 48 Richard Mulligan - Handyman...... 7 Robo Repairs................................ 19
Accountants Ward Goodman........................... 14 Aerials Oakhurst Aerials........................... 6 Bathrooms K & B Installations....................... 31 P L H Heating............................... 13
Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Broadview Shading Solutions...... 50 Interiors Complete....................... 13 Tuscany Blinds............................. 47 Builders & Carpenters Heaton Building Services............. 58 SG Construction............................ 3 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 56 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners CMH Carpet Cleaning.................. 27 Kingfishers of West Moors........... 28 Zero Dry Time Bournemouth....... 55 Carpets & Flooring Carpet Barn.................................. 5 Peter Newman Flooring............... 57 Chiropodists & Podiatrists Debbie Haynes Chiropody........... 25 Computer Services Tec Check..................................... 29 Demolition & Asbestos Services Pro-Dem...................................... 15 Drainage Services All Drains Cleared........................ 23 Driveways Brooklyn Home Improvements.... 17 White & Sons............................... 21 Wicks Surfacing........................... 48 Electricians A Holmes Electrical...................... 61 H.E. Electrical............................... 53
Financial Services Kingston PTM.............................. 28 Ward Goodman........................... 14
Health & Fitness Body Control Pilates.................... 47 Ferndown Fitness......................... 45 Pure Serenity................................ 7 Slimming World............................ 6 Zumba West Moors..................... 17 Hearing Aids Kellear Hearing............................. 7 Kitchens Brian’s Kitchens........................... 57 K & B Installations....................... 31 Select Interiors............................. 32 Locksmiths Cross Keys Locksmiths................. 19 RPS Locks & Glazing.................... 21 Loft Ladders & Conversions Loft Services................................. 56
Pubs, Restaurants & Takeaways Taj of Corfe Mullen...................... 63 The Kings Arms............................ 53 Residential Care Homes Carehome Bed Finder.................. 47 Roofing Services Brian James Roofing.................... 23 J Meechan Roofing....................... 6 PR Smith Roofing......................... 61 Social Media Services Mike’s Online Academy............... 58 Solicitors Harold G Walker.......................... 64 Storage SDC Self Storage.......................... 28 Tiles K & B Installations....................... 34 Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons..................... 43 RHV.............................................. 29 Used Cars Coastal Cars Sales & Service........ 61
Memorial Masons Minster Memorials...................... 20
Waste Services Philip Trim Contractors................ 48
Opticians EyeStyle Centre............................ 37
Will Writing Services Dorset Wills................................. 16
Oven Cleaners Oven King.................................... 20
Pest Control Services Prevent Pest................................. 56
Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze........................................ 35 Cloudy2Clear Windows................ 11 Dorset Windows.......................... 13 Profile 3....................................... 28 RPS Lock & Glazing...................... 21 Select PVCU................................. 59
Plasterers D Browne Plastering.................... 53
Worktops R and A Fabrications..................... 9
Painters & Decorators Focus Decor.................................. 3
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