The Lyndhurst
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June 2018
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Dear Lyndhurst, Bank, Emery Down, Minstead, Brook, Bramshaw, Newtown & surrounding villages,
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We certainly have had some wonderful weather these last few weeks, and long may it continue. Nellie took us out for my sister’s Birthday celebration in May. What a great day that was, even if a little blustery. There is so much to do here on our wonderful South Coast. Nellie, the Hampshire Publications Campervan, hopes you enjoy her story and are able to create your own fun days out too. You could always write and tell her about it!
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I don’t know about you, but we have also been creating the garden recently with new flowers and an additional lounger. It is that time of year! If you need any help with the weeding, replanting or even redesign of your garden please call one of our loyal advertisers inside. Then, while you are out in the sunshine, why not get another expert to redecorate the house, have a new bathroom fitted, a bedroom make-over, or new curtains and blinds fitted? There are lots of dedicated local people, experts in what they do who could make life a little easier for you as well as add value to your home. You deserve it, so go on give one (or more of them) a call for a friendly chat and advice about what you want. Please do mention us, so they know how you got their details. It makes all our work worthwhile. There are also articles on local events, groups and charities inside so get that deckchair out, pop the kettle on and have a read. It is a very English sort of thing to do. Here’s to a jolly month of June. Wishing you well,
Debbie & Stephen Corney
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Wildlife News
Testwood Lakes After School Club Staff at Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve, Totton are running a weekly after school club for children aged 5-11 and their grown-ups. Families can experience nature throughout the seasons with the Hampshire IOW Wildlife Trust. Learn about wildlife, gain practical skills and have a chance to play in the great outdoors. Activities will include: den building, fire lighting, campfire cooking, bird watching, bug hunting, map reading, pond dipping, woodcraft and more. Linda Seekings, who is running the club says, “I run weekly Forest School sessions for under 5’s at Testwood Lakes. When the children left to start
school there wasn’t anything similar that they could do each week with their parents – until now! That’s why we set up this club. Children really enjoy visiting the same area of woodland each week, continually developing their skills, ideas and games. This club with give them the opportunity to do just that.” The club runs from 3.30pm (for a 3.45pm start) till 5.15pm every Thursday. Booking is essential – phone 023 8066 7929 or email testwoodlakes@hiwwt. org.uk Each session costs £6.50 per child.
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Puzzle Corner
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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 Lyndhurst 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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Durlston Court School Sponsor Schools Gardening Competition We are delighted to announce Durlston Court School are sponsoring our our Schools Gardening Competition in the Flower and Gardening Show at this year’s New Forest Show. We are keen to involve the younger generation in all aspects of the Show and to this end, we would like to invite local schools to take part in a gardening competition to be displayed within the Flower & Gardening Marquee in July. The competition involves a class or year group planting up two decorative window box planters with either flowering plants, decorative nonflowering plants, vegetables or salad plants. The plastic containers could also be decorated to add an attractive visual impact to the display. We would also encourage the children to keep a diary of how the planter grows and what actions they have taken, a group photo of the children involved could also be submitted and this would all be displayed alongside the exhibit within the marquee.
to be delivered to the Showground by Sunday 22nd July in order that we may create an exhibit within the Flower & Gardening Marquee. The planters will then be judged and will remain on display for the duration of the Show. There will be a trophy for the winning school, along with rosettes and certificates for the other participants. If you would like to take part in this competition, please contact our Flower Show Chairman, John Penney: wilverley@btconnect.com or 01425 612570 This project was a great success last year and we are looking to build upon it further for 2018.
If the children are able to, we would encourage them to incorporate ‘Celebrating Country Life’ into the theme of the planters. The New Forest Show would supply the containers and compost required for the display and the planters would need
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New state-of-the-art Ferrari service centre for Meridien Modena Family-owned motoring business, Meridien Modena, has invested ÂŁ3.5 million in a new 14,000 sq ft, two floor, state-of-the-art Ferrari service centre, based near its showroom in Lyndhurst, Hampshire. Located on the Hounsdown Business Park, the Ferrari service centre provides an additional servicing facility enabling the Meridien Modena team to complete restorations, pioneering technical refurbishments, as well as routine scheduled servicing on Ferrari vehicles. Creating seven new jobs including two full-time apprentice technicians from September, Meridien Modena will have
in excess of 40 staff running the centre to ensure exceptional service is delivered to its nationwide customer base. With 13 service bays, scheduled service times will be dramatically reduced from a peak of six weeks to between three and five days. Two service bays will be dedicated to working on classic Ferrari’s which are more than 20 years old as Meridien Modena has officially been recognised by the Italian brand as one of only nine authorised Classiche workshops in the UK. The centre also includes a lounge for clients to relax and view the workshop through floor to ceiling glass. The centre has the capability to accommodate a total of 80 vehicles onsite, including a storage area to house 35 cars on the first floor. It has an array of the latest technology including lever-less tyre fitting equipment, integrated work tool stations delivering technicians with retractable oil, water, compressed air and power on demand to aid workshop efficiency. A large parts carousel system which will enable 3,000 parts to be stored, as well as high voltage special tooling to work on hybrid vehicles.
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15 Chris Ambrose, who is heading up the Ferrari service centre team as service manager, said: “The opening of this additional facility is an exciting development for Meridien Modena. This revolutionary facility has the newest technology available for customers, so they can rest assured that their car will be in good hands if it requires any work to be carried out or routine maintenance. “A key focal point in the centre of the workshop is a first-floor vehicle lift. The first-floor has 14 storage lifts which allows 35 vehicles to be stored to allow the workshop below to remain free flowing for daily work.” Meridien Modena received the Ferrari Global Aftersales Dealer of the Year Award at the annual Ferrari Dealer Conference, held earlier this year at the Fiorano Circuit in Italy. The judges explained that the Lyndhurst-based dealership had won the award in recognition of ‘hitting and exceeding various targets and for customer satisfaction throughout the year across the service and parts departments.’ Glenn Butt, director at Meridien Modena, said: “We’re delighted to be launching our new service centre to benefit our ever-growing client base. The significant investment in the new centre and its facilities ensures that we meet the exemplary standards expected from the Ferrari brand.
Award winning team - Meridien Modena win the Ferrari Global Aftersales Dealer of the Year Award “It is testament to the team’s hard work that we were awarded Ferrari Global Aftersales Dealer of the Year 2017. We were absolutely thrilled to receive the Ferrari Portofino V8 Engine, which is on display in our new service centre for customers to come along and see up close for themselves. “We are also proud to be the only centre on the south coast that will be able to offer the aftersales facility element of the Ferrari ‘Classiche’ service, a service which can be provided to classic and competition cars. At our new facility we’ll be able to provide all the mechanical repairs and inspections needed to restore or rebuild a classic Ferrari and ensure each vehicle complies with the original specifications. This is an incredibly exciting element for us, as previously all parts of the Classiche service were carried out in Maranello, Italy.” For more information, visit: www.meridien.co.uk
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Plant of the month Gerberas
It’s hard not to be filled with a sense of joy upon seeing a Gerbera. These bright and cheerful flowers come in a variety of vibrant colours: orange, yellow, pink, red and white and it’s no surprise that they are the fifth most cut flower in the world. Gerberas are in the Asteraceae family (also known as the Daisy Family) and are native to Africa, South America and Asia. When displaying Gerberas in your house, keep in mind they turn their heads towards the light so be careful about putting them near bright light. They have very long vase lives so make sure to keep their water topped up so you can see their beautiful colours for longer.
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Puzzle Corner
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at competitive prices Whether you're enjoying the evening sun, listening to the patter of raindrops or watching snowflakes drift gently down, the MURANO VETRO glass roof creates the perfect retreat for the whole family, from early morning to late at night, January to December! In the MURANO VETRO glass roof you have the perfect protection from the weather at any time of the year, allowing you to extend the patio season. No matter whether you fancy a winter barbecue or want to inhale the fresh scent of a rainy day, MURANO VETRO is the perfect solution. Choose your favourite: the FLUSH model with posts in line with the front profile and integral gutter, or the OVERHANG model with recessed posts. Both models are also available with posts positioned laterally inwards. With a maximum width of 700cm and a depth of 500cm, the MURANO VETRO is suitable as a single unit for fairly large patios and as a linked system for even greater widths. The elegant structure can be installed relatively easily on virtually any patio.
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Prosecco : A Joy Of Life There are many producers of sparkling, aromatic, prosecco wine. For this quest I searched for a company that produces a range of high-quality prosecco wines, with impressive bottle presentations. Bottega has a very interesting history, both during the 20th century and into the 21st century. The eye-catching bottles and a great number of the wines are awardwinning. The bottles are created by artisan crafts people and are really distinguishable. From their prosecco range I found the following to be very impressive.
Bottega Poeti Prosecco (DOC) is fresh, fragrant and has a floral bouquet. This wine is a very popular, dry production and favoured by many. Bottega Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore (DOCG) Extra Dry is another poets’ wine which is also very popular. Having a brilliant straw-yellow colour, too, this fresh and fragrant wine graces many dining occasions, regularly. Bottega Prosecco (DOC) Biologico Extra Dry is often chosen and has many devotees. This organic production is, again, a brilliant straw-yellow colour. Very fine, fresh, fruity and delicate is how I would describe this, much sought-after, prosecco. Bottega Prosecco (DOC) Fundum I found to be a splendid dry production, that has plenty of fruits, to please. The mouthfeel and palate sensation is fresh, with a good finish. Gold Poeti Prosecco (DOC) is a further very classy production from Bottega. Fresh, aromatic and very impressive, this wine comes in a magnificent gold-coloured bottle. Again, a fruity bouquet prevails, which leads, enticingly, to the wonderful mouthfeel. The palate is treated to a sensation that is impressively pleasant and memorable. The glamour of the bottle presentation adds to the pleasures of this production, which is extremely popular for special occasions and also makes a really wonderful gift. Prosecco wines, having a persistent and fine perlage, are perfect for apÊritifs and excellent to pair with starters, also fish, seafood and white meats. Prosecco and other wines, including grappa, plus liqueurs, along with a range of other products, are all made with much knowledge, love and devotion, so the finished Bottega productions are of the highest quality and quite exceptional. www.bottegaspa.com As always, Enjoy!
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Local young lady wins two titles on road to Miss England 2018 A first in Miss England - Stephanie Wyatt wins TWO titles!
Whoever is crowned Miss World will walk away with a £100,000 cash prize.
THE winner of this year’s Miss Dorset and Miss Hampshire is already looking ahead to the Miss England finals.
Stephanie will now spend a year working to inspire other young people to help the environment, as an ambassador for the not-for-profit organisation, We Do Ethical Living.
Stephanie Wyatt, aged 18, was awarded the county title at the climax of the regional heats. For months she has been championing green living in a bid to highlight the benefits of a more sustainable Dorset, competition organisers say.
She will also attend charity events, awards ceremonies and business galas.
Stephanie, from Poole, said: “It is an absolute honour to be crowned Miss Dorset and Miss Hampshire and I now look forward to attending the Miss England Finals. “I’m excited, nervous and overwhelmed but I was always told if your dreams do not scare you then you are not dreaming big enough.” Stephanie will compete in Miss England in July, which is the UK’s official entry point to the Miss World contest.
Winner of Miss Dorset AND Miss Hampshire 2018, Stephanie Wyatt
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For all your Domestic & Commercial Demolition & Asbestos Clearance...
Safe and smooth demolition and removal of old sheds and garages. Get rid of the eye sore and create a space to enjoy this summer! 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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Adventures of Nellie
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The Adventures of Nellie The Hampshire Publications Camper Van Birthdays! They are a great excuse to let your hair down, have a family gettogether or just simply spoil yourself in luxury for the day. Nellie, being somewhat advanced in years, has had many opportunities to try different ways to celebrate. This was my sister’s Birthday, May 10th. What I had never realised is that my own Birthday, being 22nd December, was always celebrated with family meals and parties to compensate the fact that it was so near Christmas. It was never to be forgotten. Sue’s Birthday however, in the wonderful month of May, had never been celebrated in the same way, except a party she had organised herself for her 40th. So, we were going to change this. Nellie was determined we would get together and do something for Sue we knew she would like. Of course, it had to be a surprise. Gary, Sue’s husband, told Nellie she wanted to go to Swanage on a boat. What a great idea! Mum and Dad (more correctly Dad) had been fishing at Docklow up North, had then travelled
All aboard... with the birthday girl!
Family birthday trip out on the Solent Scene to friends in Wales, and then made the journey all the way to the South for us all to be together. Dad is 83 and loves adventures… he gets on well with Nellie! Job done. We were all in the same town, so step one complete. It was a blustery day in Poole. Even the waves by the Quay were dancing around in excitement with little ‘white horses’ appearing and disappearing quickly. Nellie was nervous. If it was like that here in the shelter of the Quay, what would it be like out at sea? Mum, Dad, myself and Stephen were all positioned for the grand arrival of the Birthday Girl. Just in the distance we saw Gary and Sue arriving, little people slowly walking towards us. Once they were nearer I could see Sue’s grin. It was nearly as big as Nellie’s but not so silvery. She was happy. Gary however looked a little trepidacious. He was not sure if the boat would be sailing. Oh No! After all that planning would we be foiled by our everchanging English weather? Please no. Off Gary went to the kiosk while we all
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27 waited with baited breath. He returned looking somewhat reassured, but not totally content. The boat would sail, but not all the way to Swanage, it would take us on a two-hour tour to Old Harry Rocks and back. We decided to go with it as we were all there and we love the water. Nellie was so glad we did. It was a bit rough, but that’s what we liked. Dad was now grinning from ear to ear and reminiscing about his days on the trawlers that his skipper father used to sail. Mum sat inside with a coffee, also smiling as we were enjoying ourselves so much. Sue did her Titanic impersonation at the very front of the boat and I nearly got soaked with a wave that splashed enthusiastically onto the deck. Soon after this the captain decided to turn around. Health and safety I am sure. Certainly, bouncing up and down on choppy waters is not everybody’s cup of tea, or should I say legs of sea? It was a great trip, well enjoyed. So now what better than to have a late breakfast in one the ‘Mediterranean style’ cafes overlooking the fantastic boats and yachts moored in Poole Harbour? It had to be done. After a delicious brekkie, we walked to the new Poole Pottery shop and had a potter round (forgive the pun…). Mum bought a couple of pressies and I bought some sweets. We had decided to drive to Norden and catch the train to Swanage, so the original plan would be fulfilled. Off we set. There is something magical and enticing about trains which is why I think they attract so much attention from photographers and train spotters. There are many along this train line. Going back in time on an old diesel
Coffee and cake... with a view we arrived in Swanage, having passed the wonderful Corfe Castle enroute. It was now time for coffee and cake of course (I really do not understand why I am putting weight on?) so we sat in a little café right on the front watching the dancing waters of Swanage Bay. Idyllic. It so happens that Sue’s present from the family this year was an amazing 19th Century Victorian locket that she had always wanted. Brian at Georgian Gems in Swanage had got it especially for me. Sue loves it. When I said she could put a photo in it she immediately said she would find one of her rabbit! Gary and I were not amused, although he did say he knows his place. Travelling back we got front seats on the Pullman! Wonderful large windows with fantastic views of the rolling countryside, the stone houses and of course the castle again. We were also presented with a short history of the carriage by the smartly dressed ticket collector. What more could you ask? The whole day was a huge success. So maybe now we can make May 10th a never to be missed excuse to go out and enjoy ourselves? Happy Birthday Sue. Where will Nellie take us next…? By Debbie Corney
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Lights – Camera – Action! Atkinson Action Horses have spent the past twenty years training horses and riders for Film & TV.
With recent credits from Poldark, Victoria, Peaky Blinders, The Living and the Dead & Hippopotamus – it is guaranteed this elite force has at some point invaded your TV screen! Now for 2018 it is time to saddle up, strap in and hold on tight – as this fearless team of stunt riders are taking their unique display on a tour all around the UK – so make sure you don’t miss out when Atkinson Action Horses stampede their way to the New Forest & Hampshire County Show on 24th, 25th & 26th July. Get ready for an astounding display of tricks and stunts normally reserved for only
TV and the Big Screen. All in front of your very eyes. Tricks/stunts include: Roman Riding, Drags, Falls, Pick Ups, Flips, Horses Rearing and Laying Down. Be prepared for your heart to be in your mouth as you watch the riders demonstrate astounding acrobatics. The Show also includes a short but stunning section dedicated to the art of Liberty – displaying the seamless harmony between the horses and their on screen trainers. This action packed show has choreography and commentary by the teams very own Benjamin Atkinson. Atkinson Action Horses performances are kindly sponsored by Shorefield Holidays Ltd.
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LIBERTY KITCHENS & BATHROOMS COMPLETE DESIGN • Made to measure AND INSTALLATION new kitchens
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Keep your sink sparkling... As warmer weather approaches, our location is enviable. Our proximity to the historic beauty of the New Forest and the coast makes living in a hard water area a small price to pay. Nevertheless, it is a nuisance, and the mineral deposits from our water lead to a build-up of limescale that can wreak havoc on our homes, especially our kitchen appliances and sinks. As there is no better time than spring to rejuvenate your home, we would like to offer some advice to help banish this household pest. It can be tempting to use the all-singing-alldancing cleaning products available, and whilst these can leave chrome and stainless-steel gleaming, they can be detrimental in the long run. You’re best sticking to a mild acid, such as white vinegar or lemon juice. Cover the affected areas in either substance and leave to stand for at least one hour before washing away with water and rubbing stains with a sponge. For taps, soak a cloth in lemon juice and wrap it around so the neck stays immersed, then secure one half of the
squeezed lemon to the head (although this isn’t recommended for a plated tap, like gold.) Leave again for about an hour and wash away. If stains persist, you can use baking powder as a nonabrasive alternative to harsher cleaners. Vinegar can also be put through your appliances to treat the hidden, insidious effects of limescale that can affect their performance. Once your sink is back in shape, regular maintenance is key. Clean with warm soapy water and a sponge, then take a few seconds to wipe down your sink and tap after use to prevent stains. Our colleagues over at sink and tap specialist, Franke, also advise against the use of plastic washing up bowls, as these work to dull the surface of your sink over time. If, however, merely looking at your limescale afflicted sink is enough to fill you with dread, we are on hand, and offer a sink changeover service as a cost-effective option for breathing new life into your kitchen. Speak to our design conscious staff in either of our showrooms today.
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Complete installation service • All building work and trades covered • Supply only Tile Supplier • Able Bathrooms • Worktop & door changes • Small jobs welcome NEW MILTON SHOWROOM 97 Station Road, New Milton, BH25 6JJ
Tel: 01425 460621
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135 Station Road, West Moors, BH22 0HT
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BRAMSHAW VILLAGE HALL
NEED A PHONE, LAPTOP OR TABLET FIXED? LOOK NO FURTHER! WE OFFER A MOBILE REPAIR SERVICE RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS • SAME DAY RETURNS • ALL MAKES AND MODELS • COMPETITIVE PRICES • HARDWARE REPLACEMENT ON ALL MAKES AND MODELS
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Contact Declan on 07535 842719 4B South Street Centre, Hythe, SO45 6EB DM-devicerepairs@outlook.com
Looking for a meeting, wedding or party venue? • Large main hall – licensed for 200 people • 2 small meeting rooms • Sprung maple dance floor • Ample free parking • New fully fitted kitchen • Free Wi-Fi For further details please see the website: bramshawvillagehall.co.uk or telephone the Booking Clerk on
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Is your Classic in need of some expert attention?
• Restorations • Servicing & Mechanical Repairs • Accident & MOT Repairs • Waxoyl Treatment • Stage Payments For Restoration • Collection & Delivery By Arrangement
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Food & Drink
Tastes so good... BBQ Grilled Aubergine Burger
A yummy vegetarian BBQ burger, perfect served with a side salad and a tzatziki dressing.
Ingredients for 4 servings Burgers 2 aubergines Lettuce leaves Sliced tomato 1 red onion 4 burger buns Cooking Oil Curry Marinade 75ml vegetable oil 1-2 tsp curry powder Juice of ½ a lime 2 cloves of garlic Salt & pepper
KITCHEN 1. Wash all the vegetables. Cut the aubergines into slices 1cm thick. Peel and slice the onion. 2. To make the curry marinade, mix the oil, lime juice and curry powder together into a paste, peel and crush the garlic and add to the mixture. 3. Brush the sliced aubergine with curry marinade and season both sides. BBQ: 1. Prepare to the BBQ to approx. 220c. 2.Cook the sliced aubergine for approx. 4 minutes on each side. 3.Split the buns and drizzle some oil on the inside and toast gently. 4.Serve the aubergine inside the warm toasted buns with lettuce, onion rings and tomato, with a dressing of your choice.
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DON’T PANIC!
We can Fix it!
Your Local Problem Solving & Repair Specialist...
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023 8066 8548 • We offer a friendly, local onsite service, 7 days a week* • Over 20 years experience • Fair & Honest Pricing • Repairs & Maintenance • Wireless Network / Internet setup • Data & Crash Recovery • System & Software Upgrades • Virus Eradication & Control • Problem Solving
We are always looking for good quality properties throughout the New Forest and surrounding area.
For more information and advice contact our experienced property team on 01590 679655 or visit our website www.newforestcottages.co.uk
If we can’t fix it... There’s No Charge!** * Sundays & Bank Holidays incur additional charges ** Outside a 10 mile radius of Totton, a call out charge will appy
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Furnish with the best... for a good deal less! GREAT ANE DEALS ON CRE! FURNITU • Specialists in Cane, Pine and Oak furniture, with 30 years in the trade • Extensive showrooms with great deals on chunky British made beds. • Opposite New Milton Station, with easy parking at rear of showroom.
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• All furniture delivered assembled or assembled in situ. • Furniture also made to measure even to fit that awkward alcove.
S & P Furnishers Call or come in and see us today!
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Gardening Tips
a beginner’s
GUIDE Watering
The idea of what constitutes a good summer varies greatly according to one’s interests, and the average child or beach lover is happy with bright sun every day but gardeners and farmers crave a bit of moderation.
large containers, that’s all to the good but don’t be afraid to use washing-up water (we haven’t all got dish washers) and bathwater if it’s not too contaminated by bubble bath and suchlike.
Perfection might be sunshine all day and rain at night but that rarely happens so we usually have to spend some time rescuing our water starved plants at some point through the summer. It is better to water heavily, soaking the soil occasionally rather than giving a light shower which will just encourage the roots to the surface and the water will never get down to where it is needed.
Don’t worry about the lawn - grass really is as tough as old boots and although it might look like the Gobi desert, it will all come back to life after a decent drop of rain. If the theories about global warming and warmer summers are to be believed, perhaps we should consider growing more plants that are happier in drier, more Mediterranean conditions rather than our traditional cottage garden varieties. Many grey or silver- leaved plants are a good example. Think about lavenders, rosemary, cistus, many ornamental grasses, bamboo and herbs.
Concentrate on salad crops to keep lettuce and radish etc. crisp and don’t worry so much about crops and plants with deeper roots. If you can catch rainwater in a water butt or
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CURIOUS?
(We thought so.) www.scientology.tv YouTube.com/Scientology FREE PERSONALITY TEST
GIVE YOURSELF THE KNOWLEDGE OF YOU.
Church of Scientology, 42 High Street, Poole, BH15 1BT
Tel: 01202 257788
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Lyndhurst
Probus Club
Lyndhurst Probus is a club for retired or semi-retired professional and business men. We have monthly meetings with topical speakers followed by lunch and additional activities such as theatre outings, walks, sports and social events. New members are very welcome. Anyone wishing to attend club meetings or requiring further information please contact the club secretary Peter Green on 023 8081 3257 or email on gill.pete43@btinternet.com.
New Forest
Filling Station
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:
NEW FOREST
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.
Brockenhurst Village Hall Highwood Road Brockenhurst SO42 7RY From: 7:30-9:15pm Coee served from 7pm
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B & B • Gin Bar • Tea Room
Enjoy a tasting flight at Brockenhurst’s specialist gin bar! www.thatchedcottage.co.uk 01590 622005
CHAMPAGNE SAIL WITH LUNCH OR DINNER TRIPS EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF SAILING ON THE SOLENT TRIPADVISOR 5 STARS
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Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... Bathrooms Bathrooms by Innovation...................................... 39 K & B Installations................................................. 30 Liberty Kitchens & Bathrooms...............................29 Lifestyle Living....................................................... 19 Bedrooms Custom Creations.................................................. 40 Blinds & Awnings Waterside Blinds.................................................... 21 Builders & Carpenters J H Joinery.............................................................. 8 Building & Gardening Supplies Sydenhams............................................................ 13 Carpets & Flooring Discount Warehouse.............................................. 23 Community News Adventures of Nellie.............................................. 26 Beginner’s Guide: Watering...................................34 Durlston Court School Sponsor Schools Gardening Competition at New Forest Show.......................12 Filling Station......................................................... 36 Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.............. 6 Lights – Camera – Action!..................................... 36 Local young lady wins two titles on road to Miss England 2018......................................... 24 Lyndhurst Probus Club........................................... 28 New state-of-the-art Ferrari service centre for Meridien Modena.......................................... 14 Parkinsons New Forest.......................................... 36 Prosecco: A Joy of Life............................................ 22 Tastes so good: BBQ Aubergine Burger.................32 Computer Services Caesar Computer Solutions...................................33 DM Device Repairs................................................. 31 Demolition & Asbestos Clearance Pro-Dem................................................................ 25 Dentures Services First Impressions.................................................... 5 Electricians 247 Electrics.......................................................... 8 Green Light Electrical............................................. 7 Fabric Shops The Forest Mill Shop.............................................. 29 Furniture S & P Furnishers..................................................... 33 The Cane & Rush Workshop.................................. 3 Garage Doors Advance Shutters................................................... 17 Garage Services New Forest 4x4...................................................... 20 Trickett Welding..................................................... 31
Garden Buildings Stable Structures................................................... 16 Garden Services Proscapes Landscape Gardening Services.............35 Home Care Services Bluebird Care......................................................... 17 Promedica24......................................................... 9 Hotels Thatched Cottage Hotel......................................... 37 Kitchens K & B Installations................................................. 30 Liberty Kitchens & Bathrooms...............................29 Lifestyle Living....................................................... 19 Letting Agents New Forest Cottages.............................................. 33 Outdoor Pursuits Escape Yachting..................................................... 37 Oven Cleaners Oven King.............................................................. 9 Painters & Decorators Alan Farrar & Son.................................................. 9 Plumbers Gas Technique....................................................... 2 Puzzles & Competitions Crossword.............................................................. 18 Kids page............................................................... 10 Sudoku................................................................... 18 Win a Mega Home................................................ 3 Restaurants Enzee..................................................................... 3 Roofing Forest Park Roofing............................................... 9 Solicitors Heppenstalls.......................................................... 13 Stonemasons Lockerley Stone...................................................... 35 Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons............................................... 17 Westbeams Tree Care & Firewood........................ 1 Venue Hire & Events Bramshaw Village Hall.......................................... 31 Waste Services Philip Trim Contractors.......................................... 8 Will Writing Services Dorset Wills........................................................... 7 Windows, Doors & Conservatories Cloudy2Clear Windows.......................................... 11 Custom Roof Lights................................................ 19 Woodburners Stoves & Fireplaces................................................ 18
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