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Community news & events
Local entertainment
Church services
Useful information
Clubs & societies
Local businesses
Children's corner
Recipe page
Serving Alresford and surrounding towns & villages - view the magazine online at: www.alresfordforum.co.uk
YOUR FREE & INFORMATIVE LOCAL COMMUNITY MAGAZINE
Alresford Forumand Itchen Valley
Now being delivered throughout Ropley & Ropley Dean; increasing our readership to over 14,000 people!
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Welcome to the Alresford Forum. This month we are expanding
our readership into Ropley and Ropley Dean.
Within the pages you will find a monthly recipe, a children’s activity corner (this month is Seashore month!) and we have an injection of humour in the regular diary entry from 'Hampshire Mum'.
We need your help!Do you write? If you feel that
you could contribute an article to the Forum then please call the editor on: 01962 734355, we would be delighted to hear from you. We would like to include a local walk each month and would therefore greatly appreciate help from our readers. Are you a walking organisation? Do you have a favourite local walk? Please send it via email or post and you could see it in print!
Likewise, we would appreciate local photographs from keen photographers that would make an exciting front cover. Do you have an eye for a beautiful picture? If so, please send us your digital files to [email protected]. We can’t guarantee that we will use any of the images sent to us, but if we do, they will be credited on page 3 of the magazine.
The Forum team are constantly working hard to provide a good quality, informative and interesting magazine for our readers. We aim to include as many local events and news items as possible – so if you have a bric-a-brac sale; fete; class or exhibition etc. that you would like advertised for free in our magazine, please contact us at the earliest opportunity and we
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In this Issue4
ISSue 45 AUGUST www.alresfordforum.co.uk
Food & Drink 22, 23, 25, 26
Health & Beauty34, 35, 37, 39
Professional 18, 19, 22
Home Services5, 9, 10, 40
Business Mini-Ads7
The Home11, 13, 15, 17
Information Technology33
Builders & Supplies38
Property Management38
The Garden27, 28, 29
Business Guide6, 14 Useful information
7 Alresford Recreation Centre. Solar powered cinema a great success at the Alresford Music Festival.
8 Alresford Town Council Reports
12 Stratton Bates Celebration 2010. Sun Day - A day of activities about the sun. Bighton village summer bash.
12, 14 Clubs & societies
14 Clubs and societies
16 Church services and news
17 Alresford Pigs support the Pinder Centre
20, 21 Alresford Show 2010
20, 30, 34 August Events Guide
22 Motorcross back to Matterley Basin in aid of Leukaemia Busters
24 Joint effort brings new kitchen units to Winchester churches night shelter. Local garden design and landscaping business wins silver medal at Hampton Court Flower Show.
27 NGS - Garden open for charity
30 Hampshire Mum's Diary - Fraught and Festival
32 Art exhibition by the Monday Painters. Freefall Arts Festival. Art in the Park at Marwell.
34 Cricket, Beer & Balloons
36 Childrens Activity Corner
38 Alresford surgery news
Community News
Motors2, 31, 33
Leisure & Entertainment12, 20, 21
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Out of Hours ServiceAnyone requiring a chemist service out of practice hours will find their nearest point is either Winchester, Basingstoke or Andover. Call one of the below for details. NHS Direct: 0845 46 47 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekOut of Hours Service Tel: 0844 8113060
Alresford Police Station Opening Hours
Monday - Thursday Open 12.30 - 4.30pm
Closed Bank HolidaysOther times by appointment.
Tel: 0845 045 45 45www.hampshire.police.uk
PCSO Steve HullTel: 07901 102348If not available please call Hampshire Police using: 101
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Tel: 0845 278 0845Reporting a leak? Then call:
Tel: 0800 820 999
Emergency Services
Citizens Advice Bureau Outreach Service
Your nearest Citizens Advice Centre is now Winchester.
Opening Times:• Monday: 9:30 - 4:30 (last entry to building 4:00) • Tuesday: 9:30 - 1:30 • Wednesday: 9:30 - 4:30 (last entry to building 4:00) • Thursday: 9:30 - 4:30 (last entry to building 4:00) • Friday: 9:30 - 1:30
Alresford and DistrictNeighbourhood Watch Association
Newsletters are issued quarterly and are available at www.alresford.org/neighbourhoodwatch.Report a crime anonymously: Call
Crimestoppers Tel: 0800 555111 For Neighbourhood Watch enquiries contact: Administrator - email [email protected], Mobile 07595 368 946
Prospect Road Recycling Centre Recycle all your bottles, car batteries, cardboard and other household waste at Prospect Road recycling centre. Open seven days a week
Tel: 01962 735961
Recycle your obsolete mobile phones to help raise funds for Help the Aged. Contact the charity shop in Broad Street, Alresford.Tel: 01962 734926
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Councils
Sun Hill County Infant SchoolSun Lane, Alresford www.sunhill-inf.hants.sch.ukemail:[email protected]: 01962 732632
Sun Hill County Junior SchoolSun Lane, Alresford www.sunhill-jun.hants.sch.ukTel: 01962 732801
Four Marks Primary SchoolFour Marks, Alton, Gu34 5ASTel: 01962 772200
Itchen Abbas County Primary SchoolItchen Abbas, SO21 1BeTel: 01962 779310
Ropley C of E Controlled Primary SchoolChurch St. Ropley, SO24 ODSTel: 01962 772381
Perins Community School Pound Hill, Alresford, SO24 9BS
www.perins.net
Tel: 01962 734361
Schools
Recycling
Alresford Community CentreThe Alresford community centre is maintained for the use of the community. It has two halls and a committee room available for public hire with concessions for local groups. It is self-supporting so has an enthusiastic fund raising committee who, with good community support, raise much of the income to run the activities. Booking Secretary: Robbie Winters (after 6pm)Tel: 01962 733950
The Old Chapel in The Dean Does your group or organisation need a comfortable, well equipped meeting place in the centre of Alresford, with full disabled facilities? If so contact: Stuart on Tel: 01962 737252 (day) 732059 (evenings) Bishop’s Sutton Village HallIdeal for parties and other events. With ample car parking, full disabled access and a seating capacity of over 120. Crockery and cutlery available for use. Perfectly suited for all kinds of functions. Mandy Bennett. Tel: 01962 732863 (10a.m. -12 noon, 6.00 p.m.- 10.00 p.m)
Christy Hall, Old AlresfordAvailable weekday mornings and some afternoons for regular bookings. Seating for up to 75 people. Hire costs include the use of the heating and all kitchen equipment. Tel: 01962 733978
Ropley Coffee Room Church Street, Ropley, Alresford, SO24 0DS. Booking Contact David Ottley Tel: 01962 772440
Itchen Abbas Village HallJenny SloanTel: 0796 911 3630www.iaavillagehall.co.uk
Beauworth Village HallA former national school in 1873 and listed building. The hall is heated and has a sound enhancement system with hearing impedance loop. An enclosed patio and grass area ideal for children’s parties. Heating and kitchen facilities included. Please contact Caroline Stanley. Tel: 01962 771793
Cheriton Village HallAvailable throughout the year for clubs, classes, meetings, parties etc on some afternoons, evenings and weekends. Mornings as well during school holidays. Contact Ann Teers Tel: 01962 771109
Bighton Village HallThe large hall which has ample car parking and is adjacent to a picnic area has kitchen facilities and is fully heated. Contact: Gail Johnson Tel: 01962 736556 e: [email protected]. www.bighton.org.uk
The ARC, Arlebury Park, AlresfordTwo meeting rooms (free to local residents), two bars, large hall,
Town / Village HallsWinchester City Council City Offices, Colebrook Street, Winchester, SO23 9LJwww.winchester.gov.ukTel: 01962 840222
East Hampshire District Council Penns Place, Petersfield, Gu31 4eX www.easthants.gov.uk
Tel: 01730 266551
Alresford Town Council Arlebury Park, The Avenue, Alresford, Hants. SO24 9eP. Clerk: Mrs Stevie Kavanagh email: [email protected]: 01962 732079
If a question is put in writing at least 3 days before the meeting a written response will be provided. Public opening times for the Town Council Office: 11am to 1pm Monday to Friday.
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Solar powered cinema a great success at the Alresford Music Festival
Local wildlife consultancy, Herpetologic ltd, was pleased to have
helped bring the smallest solar powered cinema to the first Alresford Music Festival. The ticket collection revealed that over 350 people had gone through the turnstyle which is some feat considering that the cinema only seats 8 adults or 12 children! Inspiring films, cartoons and animations with an environmental theme were shown in 10 minute screenings.
The Alresford Greening Campaign showed their Low Carbon Living Fair
video. Wildlife TV presenter Chris Packham starred alongside local residents in the piece, which was filmed at Perins School on the 27th February 2010 by 'Act on CO2'. Jon Cranfield, MD of the Herpetologic Ltd and member of the Alresford Greening Campaign, said 'The whole day was a wonderful success, with the festival having a really friendly family feel throughout the whole day'. The company supports
environmental causes such as the Hampshire Wildlife Trust and the Alresford Wildlife Group (part of the Alresford Greening Campaign) as part of our environmental policy. Our Company was pleased to help the Alresford Greening Campaign with funding the cinema to ensure that it was free to all festival goers. People do not seem to realise that what we power our homes and other life choices with can have devastating
effects on our local wildlife through climate change.
We thought that a fun and exciting way of promoting recycling, and alternative energy would be to bring the Sol Cinema to the first Music Festival in our town.'
The Sol Cinema tours the UK's local festivals and events showing inspiring films powered entirely by the sun. For more information visit www.thesolcinema.org. Jon Cranfield added 'I would just like to say well done to the organisers of the Alresford Music Festival. They did an excellent job and we would welcome the chance to come to next year's event'.
More informationAlresford Greening Campaign www.alresfordgreening.orgAlresford Wildlifewww.alresfordwildlife.org
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Alresford Recreation Centre offers free meeting rooms to Alresford residents during the week.
Our large hall can be hired for only £5. If you belong to a local club, society or charity or just
want to arrange a family party, call Sally ramshaw now to make a booking. Full bar facilities available.
Why not find out more about:Weddings • Children’s parties
The first Wednesday of the month from 8.30pm until
11.00pm the ARC hosts Traditional Jazz bands and
playing on the4th August.
The New Gateway Jazz Band
. Tickets are available, to Alresford residents, at £5.00
on the door. Appearing on 1st September is The
Louisiana Jazzmen.
If Alresford residents hold a celebratory event at the ARC and the bar takings reach £350 the
hire of the hall is free. To book your meeting or
event contact the office or outside of office hours
call Steve on 01962 736689
Alresford Town Council Reports
Citizens Advice Bureau in Alresford
Due to lack of funding the Alresford Outreach Surgery of the
Citizens Advice Bureau closed its doors at the end of 2009. Since then discussions have been held to find ways to re-open and sustain this much needed surgery. The Friends of Alresford Citizens Advice Bureau Outreach (FACABO) has been established to raise and administer funds for the surgery. Approaches are being made to surrounding parishes to grant 25p per elector towards the funding of the surgery. In addition individual and corporate members are being sought to pledge an annual fee of £10 (individual) and £25 or £50 (Corporate). These pledges should be forwarded to Cllr.Jackie Porter at [email protected] . The Voluntary Transport Group is considering committing transport for those who need to use this CAB outreach from all neighbouring villages in order that the service will be totally inclusive.
It is hoped that the outreach surgery will resume this autumn but to achieve this aim a commitment of £4,000 must be achieved for the first year and for the continuance of the service over five years pledges of £5,000 per annum are sought.
The Town Council has supported the outreach surgery with grants for a number of years, most recently £1000 each year, which equates to 25p per elector in the town.
West Street Re-DevelopmentThe Town Council continues to seek funds for the re-development of the south (Co-op) side of West Street. There has been a recent set back in that the new
administration at Winchester City Council (WCC) is reluctant to support the project, whereas the previous Council had indicated it would contribute some £20,000 over two years.
However, following meetings between WCC and Hampshire County Council officers and the Town Council, we now have an agreement that there will be a developer contribution towards town centre highways improvements from all housing developments in the town in the future.
We are disappointed that WCC has chosen not to support us in this project, but the developer contributions should ensure that we are able to keep this project on schedule after all.
Arlebury Park DevelopmentA public meeting was held in July to discuss the proposals for the land adjoining Arlebury Park. As you will have seen seen from the local press, those proposals involve the acquisition of
some 10 acres of recreational land, to include two rugby pitches, in exchange for a small development of about 15 houses to the south of the site.
August Meeting A Full Town Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday 7.30pm 3rd August at the ARC
September Meeting ScheduleSeptember 7th Full Council - 7.30pm ARC. September 14th Planning - 7.30pm ARCSeptember 15th Environment - 7.30pm ARCSeptember 29th Recreation - 7.30pm ARC
This article goes to press before the meeting so details are not available. However, anybody who is unable to attend the meeting may have their views taken into account by writing/e-mailing the Town Clerk (address below).
ViewsIf you have a view or an issue that you wish to express to the Council please call or
write to:- New Alresford Town Council, Town Offices,Alresford Recreation Centre, The Avenue, Alresford SO24 9EPTelephone 01962 732079 email:- [email protected]
Members of the public are always welcome to these meetings and there is an opportunity for public participation at the beginning of each meeting.
The photo booth previously located in the Post Office has been re-located to the ARC lobby and is available for public use at any time the building is open.
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12 Leisure & Entertainment
The Royal British LegionSuzi Samuel, 31 Broad Street, Alresford. [email protected]@beeb.net Tel: 01962 732394
Alresford Historical and Literary SocietyMeetings are at the Methodist Hall, Jacklyns Lane, Alresford at 7.30pm on the third Wednesday of most months. Guests are welcome. Only £2 entry at the door. For more information please contact Secretary Colin Metcalfe, The Old Bothy, Arlebury Park Barns, Alresford SO24 9eS, Tel: 01962 736303, or Chairman Glenn Gilbertson, Tel: 01962 732726, [email protected].
Alresford & District Horticultural SocietyMeetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month with the exception of December. They are held in the Phair Hall of the Community Centre from 7.30pm until 10pm. At least three outings are organised annually and a holiday is arranged visting gardens.Secretary Tony Bravery Tel: 01962 733676 but visitors are always welcome to meetings without an appointment.
Hants and I.O.W ButterfliesThe Hampshire Branch of the national charity dedicated to saving wild butterflies and moths and their habitats is very active in the local area with a large nature reserve just 10 minutes away from Alresford. We welcome friends of the reserve (nothing to pay) to join us on walks or help at conservation work parties.www.hantsiow-butterflies.org.uk Lynn Fomison: 01962 772251
Clubs & societies
Bramdean & Hinton Ampner WIWe are a friendly WI (with a varied age range) meeting on the third Wednesday of every month in Bramdean & Hinton Ampner village Hall at 7.30pm for an interesting talk, refreshments and a raffle. We also organise other activities such as trips to gardens, pubs and restaurants and craft mornings. New members and guests are always welcome. For more info contact Sarah at [email protected] or Judith: 01962 771655.
The Alresford Ladies GroupMeet for fun and friendship on the second Thursday each month in the John Pearson Hall at 7.30pm. We have a varied programme of walks, talks, trips out and social evenings. Please come along and join us, or for more information call Dorothy on Tel: 01962 733298.
Alresford Twinning AssociationIf you are a Francophile and would like to be involved in developing relationships with our Twin Town in Bricquebec Normandy, or just join us for a wide range of social activities through the year, then visit our website www.alresford-twinning.org.uk or telephone Terry Foreman on Tel: 01962 733769.
A.C.T.S - Alresford Community Theatre SocietyWe are always looking for new members to ensure the continued success of our local theatre group. If you are interested in becoming
Bighton Village Summer Bash Saturday 14 August7.30pm at Bighton Village Hall
Come, listen and dance to live music provided by the excellent B-Sides playing favourite hits from the 70's up to today. Good conversation, good company, good music, licensed bar and a lot more B-Sides! Licensed bar 7.30pm to 11pm. Advance booking only. Tickets: Adults £7.50; Concessions £5.00; Children £1.00.
Contact Geoff Buss on 01962 734853.
Sun Day - A Day of Activities About the Sun
At Intech on Sunday 8th August, have a go at using a variety
of special telescopes and projectors that let you examine the sun in detail. Can you spot a sun-spot? Or see a blast of gas going off into space?
Please don't try this at home: looking directly at the sun with just your eyes can hurt you, but using normal binoculars or a telescope will blind you.
Displays and activities from academics and others make this an all-weather event so come along and discover more about the star that fuels life on Earth:
• Meet real scientists to find out the latest news in solar research• Create sun-inspired artwork• Activities about sun-safety• Capturing the power of the sun: how does it work and what can we achieve?
Meet and chat to highly skilled amateur sun-spotters from astronomy societies and the Sun Worshippers out-reach team, who are all kindly bringing their specialist knowledge and observing equipment to make this event possible.
Intech: 01962 863791
On Sunday 22nd August the Council, together with
Hampshire Police, is holding a centenary party at Stratton Bates to commemorate Col. Stratton Bates gifting this land to the community 100 years ago. Attractions for the day will be:-
• Wild West show• Fancy Hair Shaping
• Salsa Dancing• Tug of War • Live Music• Falconry Display• Children’s Fun Fair
There will also be a Beer Tent, Hog Roast and various stalls on the day.
To book a stall on the day please contact Stevie Kavanagh - 01962 732079.
Stratton Bates Celebration 2010
involved, either on stage or behind the scenes. For further information. please contact Jane on 01962 733040 Alternatively email her at [email protected].
Alresford Over Sixties ClubMeetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2.30 pm in the John Pearson Hall, Alresford. Why not come along and join us for whist, scrabble or bingo and a cup of tea and a chat. It is very nice to meet old friends and make new ones. New members and visitors are always welcome. Tel: 01962 732903
Senior Citizens Hour Meetings are held each Wednesday at 14:30 at New Farm Chapel. Meetings are informal and consist of quizzes, talks, craft and refreshments. New members are always welcome. Contact: Mrs Jill Ransom, 6 Mallard Close, Alresford. Tel: 01962 733765
Alresford Day Care CentreChiltern Court, Beech roadTuesday and Thursday. run by a professional and volunteer team A sociable and enjoyable day out for the housebound elderly. Gives carers a break. Transport and lunch providedPart funded by Age ConcernEnquiries to Centre Manager Tel: 01962 735612
Busy Bees Pre-SchoolBishops Sutton village Hall,children from 2yrs 9months.We are a thriving pre-schoolwith lovely grass and all-weather outdoor play spaces to give active youngsters the space they need to have fun and learn through play. As a Pathfinder pre-school, we offer 15 hours per week Monday to Friday, including some lunchtimes. our good ofsted rating means you know your little ones will be very well taken care of and have oodles of play and activities to do, to give them a good start forschool. our huge car park means drop off and pick up couldn't be easier. CallCaroline Newman at Busy Beeson 01962 734495 (term time) kim Mason on 01962 732261 (pm) or leave a message on 07518 918892.
Alresford After School ClubThe Chapel, The Dean, Alresford. Children are collected from school and escorted to the Club. 5-12 year olds - Term time 3.15 - 6.00. Angie Bunce: Tel: 01962 7717094
Patchwork Day Nursery Perins School, Alresford. Full time day care, 8.00 - 6.00: 6 months to 5 years.
N Baxter Tel: 01962 735251
ToddlersNew Farm Chapel, Alresford. Tuesdays
10.15am Tel: 01962 734287
Ropley PlaygroupOpen daily Monday - Friday for children from 2 years 9 months. Fully qualified staff. OFSTeD inspected, PLA.Provides a friendly, safe and fun setting which has excellent links with Ropley School and also welcomes children who may later attend other primary schools. Val Matthews . (Playgroup Supervisor) during opening hours. (Mon - Fri 9 –
1.00) Tel: 0775 210 9072
Baby Sitter/ Childminder with own transportAvailable mornings or afternoons for school collection, homework supervision, and more in your own home. evening babysitting on request. Mature and reliable with plenty of experience and excellent references. Tel: 07868786885
Registered childminder vacancy 2 full days, weds/thurs from September. Dolores Pinniger Tel: 01962 733626
Care for the ElderlyTrained, private carer has vacancies for home care. excellent references and own transport provided. Contact Bonnie on: Tel: 07868786885 (pm)
Kerry's House Home from home childcare. Ofsted registered qualified childminder. Alresford area. Tel: 01962 732564 / 07799 821376
Mothers help required from early September for school drop off and pick up approximately three days per week. Flexibility to help during the holidays also needed. Good rates of pay.
Tel: Alison on 07779 952755 for
further information.
Baby Sitters / Childminders
Pre-Schools & Playgroups
Cherry Tree Pre-SchoolCheriton - We are open weekday mornings 9.15 - 12.15. including lunch club on a couple of days. Children from 2 years 6 months are welcome. Cherry Tree offers a quality of provision with its focus on outdoor activity, creative expression and offering diverse experiences including optional weekly French lessons and a Multi Sensory room. For more details please contact: Jo Ferguson: 07979230019
Chawton End By appointment only. 24 hour emergency service. Tel: 01420 562048
Cedar Veterinary GroupNew Farm Road, Alresford Surgery Hours, Monday to Friday 2.00 - 2.30 and 5.30 - 6.30 or by appointment. 24 hour emergency service Tel: 01962 732535
Vets
Music/Dance Clubs
Line Dancing Classes11pm to 12 noon at Makins Court. All
welcome, just turn up or contact Sue
on: Tel: 01256 331046
SalsaSalsa y Sol - Every Mon 7.30 - 10.30pm at the Winchester Discovery Centre So23 8SB. Every Tue 8 - 11pm at Preston Candover village Hall rG25 2EEWest Coast Swing - regular Thurs 7.30 - 10.30pm. West Coast Swing at the Winchester Discovery Centre So23 8SBZumba - Every Mon 13.15 - 14.15pm at the river Park Leisure Centre So23 7DDevery Mon 17.30 - 18.30pm at the Winchester Discovery Centre So23 8SBevery Fri 9.00 - 10.00 Zumba at Preston Candover village Hall rG25 2EEUse your Salsa y Sol Club Card and get one free session for every 10 attended!Contact Silvia & Max at Salsa y Sol
Tel: 01256 389 275
Sports clubs
Salsa in Alresford Community CentreBeginners LA Style Salsa 7.45 till 9.15pm. Level 1 and 2 Improvers LA Style. 9.00pm till 10.30pm. Level 1 and 2 welcome to come from 7.45pm to warm up etc. No extra charge. Freestyle dancing 10.30 till 11pm. £40 for course (8 weeks). See www.unannounced.net or Tel: 07915 645418
Dance Fit Classes Alresford Community Centre - Wednesdays 10.30am-11.30am. Contact: Jan Hone Tel: 01962772001
Bowling Club J D Cattle, 39 Benenden Green, Alresford, Hants. Tel: 01962 734846
Alresford Golf Club The Secretary, Cheriton Road, Tichborne Down, Alresford. Tel: 01962 733746. [email protected] www.alresfordgolf.co.uk
Judo Club Steve Fullick, 10 Perins Close, Alresford Tel: 01962 732883
Cheriton Tennis ClubNew members welcome. Pay & play sessions available too. www.cheritontennisclub.co.uk
Alresford Badminton Club The club plays at Perins Sports Hall. For further information please call Mark emmerson, 2 Arle Close Tel: 01962 736123
Chawton Park Indoor Bowls ClubSix rinks available throughout the year. Information from Centre Manager. Chawton Park Road, Alton, Gu34 1RQTel: 01420 541546
Alresford Netball Club Meet on Thursday at Perins School, 6pm – 7.30pm on the tennis courts. New members always welcome. First session free, thereafter £10.00 per month. Opportunity to affiliate and play in local leagues should you wish to. Alternatively just come along for training sessions to get fit and meet new friends. Donna Birtles Tel: 01420 561755 or 07860931150 [email protected]
Cheriton Cricket ClubAre you interested in playing Sunday afternoon friendly cricket? New members always welcome. visit www.cheritoncc.com for the 2010 fixtures. For more information call or email richard on 01962 779169, [email protected]
Cyclists Touring Club South HampshireEasy rides, day rides, social events and more! Tel: 01962 864479www.southhampshirectc.org.uk
Girlguiding Alresford DistrictRainbow Guides 5 - 7 years. Brownie Guides 7 - 11 years. Guides 10 - 14 years. Senior Section 14 - 26 years. Adults 18 - 65 years. Friends Of Guiding Group. Contact Debbie Pennells Tel: 01962 735023 and join a thriving organisation.
Beaver Scout Group6-8 yrs Mondays, Cub Scouts 8-10 yrs Tuesdays, Scouts 10-14 yrs Thursdays, Explorer Scouts 14-18 yrs Wednesdays. All meet at Scout Hut, off Bridge road. Adults also required to join a growing group. More details from roy Naismith Tel: 01962 735607 [email protected]
Alresford Art Society Meetings from September to June at The ARC, Alresford, on the first Friday of the month. Painting days at venues around Hampshire in the summer. Paintings are hung in the surgery and Makins Court and the Annual exhibition is held in July. www.artsociety.alres-ford.org Tel: 01962 [email protected].
Are you Interested in Scrapbooking or Cardmaking?Mid-Hants Crop and Cards meets on the 3rd Saturday of every month (except August) from 9:30 am-1 pm at Kilmeston Village Hall. All levels are welcome to join us for friendship and inspiration. £4 includes tea and biscuits plus use of equipment. Brenna: 01962 793088 [email protected]
Alresford Yacht ClubAre you interested in sailing or power boating? Do you have a dinghy or a classic yacht? Are you a newcomer to the sport or an old hand? We have something for everyone! Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7.45 for 8pm from September to April at the Arlebury Recreation Centre, Pound Hill. Contact Rob on 01962 735681 or Roger on 01962 733652
We are highly skilled and experienced in the design and construction of traditional green oak framed buildings. Our expertise makes us the ideal partner for your project.
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D.r.Blinds & awnings LtdWe offer a full measuring, manufacturing and installation
service for all types of high quality blinds and awnings including:
all blinds and awnings come with a full 5 year guarantee. normal delivery is between 2-3 weeks. For a free, no obligation
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Sunday Services 10.30 Service with créche 16.30 Evening Service
Other Weekly ActivitiesSunday10.30 Kosmic - for kids
Thursday10.00 Prayer Group19.30 House Group
Term time activitiesTuesday 10.15 Toddlers Group
Wednesday14.30 Senior Citizens Hour
Fridays 18.30 Youth Group (Yrs5, 6 and 7)19.45 Youth Group (Yrs 8 and 9)
Contact us for details of other events and activities such as ALPHA, on: 01962 732130 or01420 561210 or email: [email protected]. See the website for more. www.newfarmchapel.org.uk
Midweek services09.00 Every Thursday: Holy Communion at Old Alresford Place
St. Mary the virginOld Alresford
Every Sunday11.00 Mass
For other services and events, please contact the Church. Canon Paul Townsend01962 852804 Deacon - Nick Reynolds01962 772393 www.saint-gregorys.org.uk
Sunday 1st August10.00 First Sunday
Sunday 8th August10.00 Parish Communion
Sunday 15th August10.00 Parish Communion
Sunday 22nd August10.00 Parish Communion
Sunday 29th August10.00 Mattins
St. PetersOvington
Sunday 1st August11.00 All Age Worship
Sunday 8th August11.00 Parish Communion
Sunday 15th August11.00 Morning Prayer
Sunday 22nd August11.00 Parish Communion
Sunday Worship10.30 Every Sunday Morning Worship and Junior Church
Please note that there will be no regular Sunday evening services
Midweek Activities10.00 Every Tuesday Come in for coffee with Pause for Thought (1st & 3rd )07.00 Every Wednesday Men’s Breakfast, bible reflection & prayer19.00- Thursdays - Guides 20.30 (term time) 14.30 1st & 3rd Thursdays Women’s Fellowship 19.30 1st Thursday Lydia Group for ladies 19.00 Fridays (term time) JAKZ Youth Club for school years 6 –9, ages 10 – 14
Daytime and evening bible study groups meet in church members’ homes, as do the Lydia Group; all other activities are at the church.
For further details about services, weddings, baptisms, Lent Groupsor other events, please contact: Revd Dawn Carn 01962735278 or Senior Steward Malcolm Miles 01962 771109www.alresfordmethodistch-urch.org.uk
New Farm ChapelNew Alresford
St. Gregory’sNew Alresford
All SaintsBighton
First Sunday of Month11.00 Mattins
Second Sunday11.00 Holy Communion
Third Sunday18.00 Evensong
Fourth Sunday11.00 Child friendly service
St. NicholasBishop’s Sutton
Upper ItchenBenefice
Sunday 1st August10.00 Hinton Ampner Benefice Communion and Sunday School
Sunday 8th August08.30 Beauworth Holy Communion09.30 Cheriton Parish Communion11.00 Bramdean Holy Communion Tichborne Children's Sunday Club15.00 Church in the Wood Evensong
Sunday 22nd August09.30 Cheriton Parish Communion and Sunday School11.00 Bramdean Morning Worship Kilmeston Holy Communion15.00 Church in the Woods Evensong18.30 Tichborne Evensong
Sunday 29th August9.30 Cheriton Mattins09.30 Hinton Holy Communion11.00 Tichborne Family worship11.00 Beauworth Village thanksgiving11.00 Kilmeston Family service with baptism
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Community News
Alresford Pigs support the Pinder Centre
In keeping with their commitment to support a wide range of worthy local
causes, the Alresford Pigs Association have donated money to purchase a new hydrotherapy pool cover for the Pinder Centre in Avington, near Alresford.
A well-known local charity, the Pinder Centre’s physiotherapists treat around 130 patients every week, using hydrotherapy (physiotherapy exercises in the warm water pool) as one of their wide range of treatment techniques.Heating the pool is one of the major running costs of the centre, so the new, more efficient pool cover
will help retain the heat in the water when it is not in use, thereby reducing costs and further increasing usage. Hydrotherapy helps
'The boutique china shopin the heart of Hampshire'
Also stockists of:Waterford Crystal, Highland Stoneware, Okra
Glass, Richard Cooper Bronzes, Gabriella Miller, PiP Studio and many others
people with muscle and joint problems such as neck and back pain and arthritis, and those with neurological conditions such as strokes, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. Many local people use the centre, either by referral from health practitioners or by direct contact.
With a friendly relaxed atmosphere the centre also allows carers to relax whilst patients receive treatment. Our photo shows Phil Voce,
Local and Special Needs Co-ordinator for the Alresford Pigs, presenting the cheque to Judy Pointer, Assistant Manager, and Hilda Carr, Senior Receptionist, of the Pinder Centre.
More information on the Pinder Centre at Avington can be found at www.pindercentre.org, or by telephone on 01962 779498.
More information on the Alresford Pigs can be found at www.alresfordpigs.org
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A wide range of print cartridges in stockPhotocopying and laminating services available
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Fortnightly sales of: Antique and Modern Furniture, ceramics, Jewellery etc.
Free valuations every Tuesdaylow buyers and sellers commissions
Viewings Thur/Fri Evening 5.30-7.30pmlow buyers and sellers commissions
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ALRESFORDSHOW
The
2010
We are gearing up for another spectacular Alresford Show this year hot on the heels of our record breaking 2009 year when the show enjoyed fabulous weather. Keeping our new and very popular layout visitors can enjoy a bigger show, with lots to see and do. The Show has deservedly won itself a fantastic reputation for being a fun, traditional family day out, with kids under 14 entering FREE.
This very traditional agricultural show has
been held in Tichborne Park now for over 100 years. It is quintessentially English. With horticultural tent, produce and craft tents, WI , the Hampshire Hunt Hounds, Sandhurst & Aldershot Beagles, cattle, sheep, pigs, buffalo, alpacas, bee displays, ferrets, poultry show, donkeys, heavy horses, horse competitions with miniature horses being a speciality this year… the list is endless! The children's entertainment includes a fab fun Farmyard Playground, Punch & Judy,
circus workshops, tree climbing and of course all the animals.
We have a large and scrumptious variety of local catering outlets together with tasty world food options. A bar and beer tent, and local real ale tent. Or you can get a nice cup of freshly ground coffee, you can even make your own smoothies!
This year our main attraction is the Pony Club Games, described as ‘fun, fast and fantastic’.
Four local pony clubs will compete against one another in a variety of games. Each rider requiresdetermination, courage and good all round riding ability to successfully complete each game. We also have a Pirelli Natural Horsemanship display. New this year is the Local Produce Live Kitchen where you can watch local
Show open 9.00am – 6.00pm 4th September at Tichborne Park
show, with its charitable roots in agricultural education we have
a large ongoing
education, programme
run by Hampshire Country Learning’
and involving 13 primary schools in and around
the Winchester area. Among the local schools involved are Sun Hill Junior, Preston Candover Primary, Medstead Primary, Four Marks Primary, Itchen Abbas Primary and Cheriton Primary. The Schools are assigned an adopted farm for one year, which they visit and then undertake Countryside Projects to help the children broaden their understanding of the land, wildlife and how food is produced. The projects are judged and the winner awarded a trophy at the
Alresford Show at 2.30pm. All the children who participate get an Alresford Show T-shirt.
Monies raised at the Alresford Show are redistributed annually by The Show Society to charities in and around Alresford.
Tickets will be available in the following locations –
• Alresford Morgans Hardware County News
• Winchester Scats (Winnall), Nationwide Building Society
• Alton Nationwide Building Society
• Bishops Waltham Post Office
• Petersfield Petersfield Post, High Street
*children under 14 yrs FREE when accompanied by a fee paying adult
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Motocross Back to Matterley Basin, Winchester in Aid of Leukaemia Busters - Sunday 15th August
Hampshire Motocross Club is returning to
Matterley Basin, Winchester to stage their charity motocross event in aid of Leukaemia Busters – the local children’s leukaemia research charity, on Sunday 15th August 2010.
It will be the 13th anniversary of the charity event which to date has seen
over £190,000 donated to Leukaemia Busters.
Earlier this year Leukaemia Busters researchers at Southampton General Hospital announced a break through with their research to eradicate the disease; funds are now urgently needed in order for clinical trials to begin. The event will be attended by top class solo motocross & quad bike riders, providing an excellent days racing. Sunday’s timetable gets underway with practice beginning at 10am, followed by race heats at 11am. Admission is £5.00 for adults, with under 14’s free. The circuit will be signposted on the A31, between Winchester and Alresford, Hampshire.
For more information: 01962 735083 www.hampshire- motocross-club.co.uk www.leukaemiabusters. org.uk
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Joint Effort Brings New Kitchen Units to Winchester Churches Nightshelter
When Winchester Churches Nightshelter realised its
existing kitchen units were no longer up to the job, the task began of finding replacements that would brighten up the workspace and stand up to frequent use in such a busy environment; yet be affordable too for a charity based right in the heart of Winchester.
The answer came in the form of units for the kitchen, breakfast and laundry rooms by The Myers Touch, Kitchen and Interior Design company based in Kings Worthy, coupled with a worktop donated by The Myers Touch customers: Mr and Mrs Rutter of Romsey.
"At the night shelter we provide a number of services such as computer training, counselling and housing advice but meals feature top
Local business Hambrooks won a Silver Medal at Hampton
Court Palace Flower Show on Monday 5th July. This is the first time the company has exhibited at Hampton Court and the contemporary garden design called ‘The Living Room’ created much interest with its stylish theme of 21st century outdoor living, which is a growing trend in the UK.Managing Director Norman Hambrooks said, “As part of our 40th year celebrations we wanted to mark it with a special event, which began when Hampton Court accepted our design for a show garden. Winning this award is a great achievement
of the priority list for our residents who receive dinner and breakfast as well as a safe place to sleep for the night," says Michele Price, Manager at Winchester Churches Nightshelter. "These new units provide much needed storage space in working areas that get a lot of use. Not only are the units very sturdy but also enhance the environment - the place has been really cheered up! We are so appreciative of this local support for the work we are doing here in Winchester."
Keith Myers of The Myers Touch adds: "Working together in the community brings great results and in this case, along with one of our customers, we were able to put together a solution to meet the needs of the Nightshelter and add to the valuable work they do in reaching out to those who are without a home of their own."
The Myers Touch is a creative architectural and interior design practice that specialises in private and professional kitchen design. With a studio in Kings Worthy, near Winchester in Hampshire, The Myers Touch partners with leading brands such as SieMatic, Gaggenau, Miele, Siemens, Sub Zero and Wolf. Its design practice offers customers a full range of interior and architectural services and recognises that the kitchen is the heart of the home. Based on a foundation of integrity, The Myers Touch is a member of KBSA.
Winchester Churches Nightshelter01962 862050
Above - Matthew Daniels, a guest at Winchester Churches Nightshelter and Manager Michele Price in front of the new kitchen units
Local Garden Design & Landscaping Business Wins Silver Medal at Hampton Court Flower Show
for us and is testament to the talent of not only our garden designers but our team of landscapers who worked tirelessly to build the garden to such an excellent standard.”As a way of extending homes into the garden there is
renewed interest in urban garden design. Part of the Hambrooks’ design features a glass roof veranda, outdoor fireplace and weatherproof furniture to provide an ideal place for outdoor entertainment or relaxation.
Events Guide
Every ThursdayCountry MarketAlresford Community Centre. 8.30am - 11.30am. Homemade local produce, flowers, vegetables, plants and crafts.
Every ThursdayTown Trust MarketBroad Street, 9am - 1pm
Monday 26th July to Friday 20th August Perins Summer Fun CampCome and join in the fun this Summer Holiday! Perins School children’s activity days provide a great way to keep your kids entertained during the school holidays. For school children aged 4 to 11 years. Full day session from 8.30 am to 5.30 am = £19.50 per child. Half day session from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm and 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm = £14.50 per child. early booking discounts apply. Perins Community School, Pound Hill, Alresford Hampshire SO24 9BS
Wednesday 1th August Alresford Horticultural Society August meeting 7.30pm - Alresford Community Centre in The Town Hall. Mr Bill Bossom on 'My World of Roses in colour'.
Sunday 1st AugustRural Skills and Railway Day at Twyford Water WorksCome and see the railway in full industrial operation plus visiting exhibits showing off the rural craft and skills of the local area. Plus the site in full operation including diesel, electric and water engines plus the narrowgauge railway.Twyford, Nr Winchester, Nr Winchester, SO21 1QA11.00am - 4.00pm Adults: £4.00, under 16s: Free. Contact 01962 714 [email protected]
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Beautiful fresh bread baked every day on the premises.
A range of freshly made and extremely healthy ready meals such as lasagne, shepherds pie,
fish cakes and fish pie all made by us in generous portions. Ideal for those with
little time on their hands
Meats, cheeses, cereals, preserves, pickles and so much more.
A wonderful range of herbs, spices and condiments to help you create recipes
The Cricketers Jacklyns Lane, Alresford, Hants, SO24 9LW
01962 732463
Local pork, lamb and free range eggs from Cheriton
Two course lunches Monday - Saturday £6.95An extensive bar menu is on offer for lighter meals.
Tuesday Nights Fresh haddock in our own beerbatter £5 - very popular so please book!
Now in the eveningsTwo course dinner for £10From a regularly changing special menu
Full a la carte menu available during these times
Sunday lunches served from 12 - 2pm
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4 hours braised leg of lambMany traditional dishes are slow cooked which gives not only an absolutely delicious flavor, but makes everything very easy on the digestive system.
Preparation : 5 minutescooking : 4 hours
Ingredients• 1 leg of lamb approximately 2.5 kg (can be boned)• 200g sliced carrots• 300g sliced onions• 500g diced tomato (can be canned)• 1 bouquet of finely chopped fresh mint• 1 bouquet garni (thyme, laurel, parsley, 3 clove)
• 1 garlic head cut in half• The juice of 1 lemon (Blanch the zest of the lemon)• A pinch of ground cumin• 30cl beef stock• 10cl olive oil• 10cl cognac• 50cl white wine• Salt & pepper to taste• A small soup spoon of sugar to work against the acidity of white wine and tomato.
Method1. Pre-heat oven 170˚C.2. Pour oil in an oven proof dish (little larger than the leg of lamb) on the stove heating it until very hot. Place the leg of lamb into the dish and brown the lamb quickly making sure all sides of the leg are browned.
Summer Lamb3. Remove the leg of lamb from the dish.4. Add all the other ingredients to the dish, season with the salt and pepper and cover with foil tightly. 5. Let it cook in the oven undisturbed for four hours.
AdviceThe lamb can be served immediately or the next day. Slice it cold as it is much easier and then warm up in the gravy before serving.
If you the meat warm it will be so tender it will fall apart. If you do not have a leg of lamb a rolled shoulder of will be just as good.
You could also “prick” the meat with a sharp small
kitchen knife and push garlic cloves in, to add extra flavour. If you leave the lamb to the next day when the juices are cold you will find it easier to remove the fat and make a delicious sauce.
NB:This lamb dish can be served cold, with a good soup spoon of vinegar, a pinch of sugar a little extra chopped mint in the sauce to make it more tangy.
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Clos du MarquisFrench Restaurant at the Leckford Hutt
On the A30 (between Stockbridge and Sutton Scotney)T: 01264 810 738
The Old RectorySwarraton, Alresford, SO24 9TQ. Sat 7th August 2pm-6pm. Admission £3 children free. Refreshments. 2 acre garden includescourtyard garden,terraces, unfenced ponds and long border, woodland walk & alpacas.In aid of Help for Heroes and Royal British Legion.
Hill HouseOld Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9DY. Open Sunday 8th August, Tuesday 10th August 1.30-5pm. Visitors also welcome by appointment. Coaches permitted. Admission: £3, children free.
The HydeOld Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9DH.Open Sunday 15th August and Tuesday 17th August 1.30-5pm. Visitors also welcome by appointment. Coaches welcome.
Admission: Adm £3.50, children free.
Abbey CottageItchen Abbas, Hampshire, SO21 1BN.Open Sunday 29th August and Monday 30th August 12-5pm. Admission: £3, children free. www.abbeycottage.org.uk
Bramdean HouseBramdean, Hampshire, SO24 0JUOpen Sunday 8th August and Sunday 12th September from 2-5pm. Admission: £4, children free.
Dean HouseKilmeston, Hampshire, SO24 0NL. Open Sunday 1st August from 12-5pm. Admission: £4.50, children free. www.deanhousegardens.co.uk
lAVender seAsonAt long bArn, Alresford
When long barn founder richard norris planted
out some experimental lavender cuttings in a small corner of a field almost fifteen years ago, even in his more extravagant flights of imagination as he stood to ease his aching back, did he envisage the magnificent green oak barn on the old sheep fair from which the business operates today; nor, indeed, the development of our exclusive range of natural skin care and toiletries which contain oil distilled from acres of lavender we grow in nearby owslebury.
We cherish our countryside and believe in supporting the community by sourcing locally; thus we use no chemicals on our plants, no chemical additives in our toiletries and buy from independent local suppliers wherever possible. the barn we occupy was constructed by Hampshire oak framers and we have landscaped the site to encapsulate a haven of natural english countryside to surround our inspirational lavender collection. We are grateful to the Hedgerow trust for supplying us with native hedge plants for this project, which has all lent to encouraging birds, butterflies and bees to come and join us.
today long barn has grown to encompass a lot more
than lavender. to give you a ‘flavour’ of what we are about at the barn, in addition to our toiletries, there is a specialist plant terrace, some delightful wares for your potting shed and garden, naturally fragranced candles and home scents, locally produced speciality foods, and handmade lavender filled pillows, together with reclaimed gardening artefacts which we just can’t resist.
We are eager to see traditional english country crafts survive and you will discover locally made hurdle fencing, a straw bale walled courtyard and beautiful craftsman-made garden tools when you come to visit us.
there are a variety of complementary activities hosted at the barn, all to reflect the rhythm of the seasons. We commenced the gardening year with a seed potato day, enabling gardeners to choose from unusual varieties like ‘pink fir Apple’, when we served seasonal soup and
potato scones. richard and Alaster Anderson (of ‘living leaves’) are running a popular series of kitchen gardening lessons at the barn on a monthly basis, and continuing the horticultural theme our talented local florist, natasha thomas, is a popular visitor when she runs themed flower workshops like christmas wreath making, or children’s posies for Mothers’ day.
As mentioned already, we are developing the site not only as a fitting backdrop to the magnificent barn and lavender collection, but also to recreate a scene which represents the english countryside at its quintessential best, to be offset by a traditional straw bale walled lavender courtyard garden. Wild flower borders abound and we are currently developing a kitchen garden (with input from our garden school pupils) and preparing for the most important part of the year for us – the lavender season.
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lavender oil is a highly beneficial agent in the medicinal and therapeutic field. it is calming, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, mildly analgesic, has
wound-healing properties and has a regulating effect on the nervous system!
it has to be the no.1 oil for your medicine cabinet and is generally safe to use neat but also works well when mixed with carrier creams, massage oil or to fortify your shampoo or conditioner!
Here are our top most common usages:1. A relaxant the soothing and relaxing properties of lavender have earned it the name "Mothering oil". A few drops onto a handkerchief or in a bath, or mixed with carrier oil for a massage, can ease away the day's stress and aid a good night's sleep.
2. Headaches and migraines lavender oil is mildly analgesic and a few neat drops of lavender oil gently massaged onto the temples can help stop the pounding in your head.
3. burns and sunburn lavender oil is an anti- inflammatory and can be used to cool, relieve and help heal burns and sunburn. A few drops applied to the affected area can do the trick.
4. cuts, grazes and scars With its strong wound- healing properties, lavender oil can be used on minor cuts and grazes, simply by dabbing a few drops straight onto the affected area.
5. spots and skin irritations lavender oil is also anti-bacterial and anti-
fungal. used neat or added to water or creams, it can cleanse the skin and prevent and heal sebaceous spots and irritations.
6. insect repellent used neat or in a burner, lavender oil (particularly the oil from lavandin) can effectively repel insects. it is great for warding off clothes moths - try dosing some onto a beermat and hanging in the cupboard. Added to carrier oil, it can also be rubbed onto the skin, as a repellant. in addition, the oil can help
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7. external pain and inflammation used neat or in massage oil, lavender oil's is mildly analgesic properties can help to relieve niggling aches and pains.
8. Mouth, gum and throat infections and halitosis oral infections can be treated by mixing a few drops of lavender oil with water and gargling, to let the anti-bacterial properties get to work.
9. respiratory problems to alleviate respiratory complaints, such as bronchitis and asthma, add a few drops of lavender oil to a small bowl of hot steaming water and inhale the steam.
10. A general disinfectant the anti-bacterial properties of lavender oil make it useful, not only for your body, but also for your home. Add a few drops to detergents and water for jobs like cleaning the floor, or use in a diffuser to purify the air.
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Hampshire Mum's Diary
Ah, the delights of the last seven weeks of term; that relaxing countdown to the
summer holidays.
The teachers seem to relish their revenge upon you for your children’s misdemeanours over the year: “Oh now, Mrs Pagan, Star II is playing third aardvark in the ‘Leavers’ Production’ and he will also be the roller skating giraffe in the finale, isn’t that lovely?! Costumes in by Monday please. And we wondered it you could kindly provide four litres of squash, no additives, and sixty-four little cakes, but without the ‘England’ logo this time please. Fantastic, thanks.”
And that’s aside from the anxiety regarding SATs results and the final school report where under the Tipp-ex you’re sure you can read the words ‘pond life’ in the comments box.
It’s at that point the Husband, having caught me breathing
into a brown paper bag, gently suggests we should have a chilled-out, stress free day: “We’ll go to the Alresford Music Festival, it’ll be great.”
So it was that the Pagan family went hippy (chic, obviously) for the day, equipping ourselves with all the festival necessities: picnic, money, sun block, rugs, blankets, beads (re: appropriate jewellery) and the obligatory floaty scarf . We were right there... man.
Star I , an electric guitar-wielding rock god wannabe, immediately adapted to the ‘fest’ habitat and disappeared to mingle, sorry, hang out, with his mates, returning occasionally to grunt at us when food and drink were required.
Star II was beyond excited to be at his ‘first EVER concert’ and, thanks to the wonders of Herras fencing, found himself safely corralled and free to explore the delights of circus
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skills, the mini cinema and blue candyfloss. And, despite his tender years, he displayed all the attributes of a festival veteran with his own strange dance homage to rock. As the lead singer belted out a tune with serious gusto, one had to wonder if he could actually see Star II and his little friend doing roly-poly’s and impressions of what looked to be crabs (albeit with great rhythm) just below his feet.
I feared Security might be called, but all was well.
The excellent music and slick production changes between the two stages went seamlessly on through the day, past sunset and into the night. The crowd were on their feet in an atmosphere Glastonbury would have been proud of. Although past his bedtime, Star II was still going strong and bedecked as he was in glow sticks of various hues, was easy to spot as he rampaged around in the background.
The Husband’s bedtime had also been surpassed, but the excesses of the beer tent had a rejuvenative effect upon him, and, keen to relive his youth he announced, “I’m off to the mosh pit Sandra, going to embarrass the kids.” “Err, ok love.”
According to Star I and his mates he did so, brilliantly. Nothing like a bit of Dad’s dancing!
The crowd yelled out for more and the fantastic final act were happy to oblige, then it was the chilly walk home with Star II still glowing beneath his blanket, whilst the Husband and Star I talked rifts, lead breaks, folk , blues and prog rock.
For a change, it had been a fabulous stress-free Pagan family outing, definitely to be repeated.
Now, where did I put that aardvark costume...
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Monday 2nd August - 8th August 2010 & 21st August 2010 - 28th August 2010Marwell Flight ActivitiesLearn all about our feathered friends, their migration habits and sheer variety. Take part in our FLIGHT trail and discover some amazing facts about birds and bird anatomy. You can also tackle our migration obstacle course and learn first hand about the challenges birds face and have to overcome when migrating. There's also the chance to watch a bird feed, quiz the keepers and take part in our bird mask making craft activities. All the activities are FRee*. Our FLIGHT appeal aims to raise funds for the restoration and conservation of woodland areas next to the park, which are a natural habitat for native and migrating wild birds. * Normal entry costs apply. Marwell Wildlife, Winchester.
Saturday 7th AugustSave The Children Summer Sale 9.00 -12.00pm - Alresford Community Centre - All the usual stalls.
Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd AugustBentworth Blues Festival Now in its 10th year the Bentworth Blues Festival has definateley put itself on the festival map. The event hosts two outdoor stages with the Star Inn pub known for its good beer and excellent food in the centre. Camping is available a couple of minutes walk away. Sixteen bands will play over Friday night, Saturday and Sunday. The list of bands can be found on the website. Breakfast will be available at the pub Saturday and Sunday. Tickets £25 weekend. day £17.50. The Star Inn Bentworth Near Alton Hampshire Gu34 5RBwww.star-inn.com/blues2010.htm
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Get caught up in Winchester’s summer arts festival for the
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This summer, be prepared as the Tower Arts Centre, Winchester Discovery Centre and the Theatre Royal will be parachuting into the city centre as the Freefall Arts Festival for children touches down in August.
Between the 2nd and the 22nd August, the Festival will be providing summer activities for children of all ages, culminating in an outdoor performance weekend in the centre of Winchester. The three venues are combining their summer arts activities this year under the banner of the Freefall Festival and specific details about the workshops are being released soon.
The Freefall Arts Festival will be offering many different workshops for the under 18s; promoting creativity and fun over the summer holidays. Workshops will be based at the Tower, Theatre and Discovery Centre and the final week of activities will be based on the field at River Park leisure centre. Young people will be encouraged to perform the skills they will learn during the workshops to families, friends and others on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August.
The Festival is being supported by Winchester City Council, the Round table and the Winchester’s
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So if you want to dance, play in a band, perform, create stories, paint, sing or simply spill out your energy and creativity, get involved in Freefall.
For news and more details of all the exciting activities, check out the website www.freefallfestival.org
For further information call: Theatre Royal Winchester: 01962 840 440 (to book workshops) or 01962 844 600 for general enquiries.
The Tower Arts Centre: 01962 867 986
The Discovery Centre: 0845 603 5631
Art in the Park at Marwell
Oliver Strong displays his unique and award winning
wildlife sculptures around the park for a second year running.
Normal admission to the Park applies.
For further informationMarwell Wildlife ParkColden CommonWinchesterHampshireSO21 1JH Tel: +44 01962 777407Fax: +44 01962 777511www.marwell.org.uk/
Art Exhibition21st to 30th August 2010
For the last four years the Monday Painters have taken part in the
Hampshire Open Studios activities. They have held very successful summer exhibitions at the Christy Hall in Old Alresford.
Sadly there are no Open Studios this year. However, the Monday Painters thrive. They will still hold an August Exhibition, but on a very different site. Come along and see their work in the most novel setting; join them amongst the lavender fields. The exhibition this year is at Long Barn, Alresford, on the Bishop Sutton road. It is open from 21st to 30th August, from 10am to 4pm daily. It’s free and, what’s more, there’s plenty of parking.
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Get caught up in Winchester’s summer arts festival for the
under 18’s and feel the rush! With music, dance and creative workshops for all ages, there’s a huge range of activities to get involved in.
This summer, be prepared as the Tower Arts Centre, Winchester Discovery Centre and the Theatre Royal will be parachuting into the city centre as the Freefall arts festival for children touches down in August.
Between the 2nd and the 22nd August, the Festival will be providing summer activities for children of all ages, culminating in an outdoor performance weekend in the centre of Winchester. The three venues are combining their summer arts activities this year under the banner of the Freefall Festival and specific details about the workshops are being released soon.
The Freefall Festival will be offering many different workshops for the under 18s; promoting creativity and fun over the summer holidays. Workshops will be based at the Tower, Theatre and Discovery Centre and the final week of activities will be based on the field at River Park leisure centre. Young people will be encouraged to perform the skills they will learn during the workshops to families, friends and others on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August.
The Festival is being supported by Winchester City Council, the Roundtable and the Winchester’s
business Improvement District and will be working with local business and schools during the festival to ensure an exciting August for all.
So if you want to dance, play in a band, perform, create stories, paint, sing or simply spill out your energy and creativity, get involved in Freefall.
For news and more details of all the exciting activities, check out the website www.freefallfestival.org
For further information call: Theatre Royal Winchester: 01962 840 440 (to book workshops) or 01962 844 600 for general enquiries.
The Tower Arts Centre: 01962 867 986
The Discovery Centre: 0845 603 5631
Art in the Park at MarwellOliver Strong displays his unique and award winning wildlife sculptures around the park for a second year running.
Normal admission to the Park applies.
For further informationMarwell Wildlife ParkColden CommonWinchesterHampshireSO21 1JH Tel: +44 01962 777407Fax: +44 01962 777511www.marwell.org.uk/
Art Exhibition21st to 30th August 2010
For the last four years the Monday Painters have taken part in the Hampshire Open Studios activities. They have held very successful summer exhibitions at the Christy Hall in Old Alresford.
Sadly there are no Open Studios this year. However, the Monday Painters thrive. They will still hold an August Exhibition, but on a very different site. Come along and see their work in the most novel setting. Join them amongst the lavender fields. The Exhibition this year is at Long Barn, Alresford. That’s on the Bishop Sutton road. It is open from 21st to 30th August, from 10am to 4pm daily. It’s free and, what’s more, there’s plenty of parking .
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Do you think that Twenty/20 cricket is just TOO SLOW!?
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The annual Cheriton 6-a-side Cricket Tournament will again take place on Monday 30th August. The prestigious tournament – played every year since ‘94 – is played from 9am to dusk. In all 8 teams are featured. Joining the hosts Cheriton are local neighbours Tichborne Park, Ropley, and Bishop’s Waltham, together with holders Hambledon and their Southern League rivals Fair Oak, Ventnor and new guests St Cross. The colourful cricket is non-stop, with 12 games in the league stage followed by knock-out semi-finals and the grand final around 6.30 pm. All matches are of five overs a side – one bowled by each of the out fielders. Last year well over 1400 runs were scored!
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Friday 10th SeptemberSilvia & Max are bringing Zumba to the Candover Valley! Have a taste of our dance exercise classes to hot Latin rhythms! 9 - 10am Preston Candover Village Hall RG25 2ee £7 ...followed by weekly Zumba Classes!Silvia & Max at Salsa y SolTel: 01256 389 275www.salsaysol.co.uk Sunday 12th SeptemberCome along and support Bighton and Gundleton Fete! We hope you'll visit the biggest little fete in Hampshire. This year the fete will be on from 2pm to 4pm. There'll be all the usual fabulous stalls, and a few new for 2010! Don't miss the superb Bonsai trees and delightful pottery - always a great hit!
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Alresford Surgery NewsDoctorsWe are pleased to announce that Dr Christine Glew will join the permanent surgery team from 4th October. Dr Glew is currently working in Alton and her recruitment will increase the number of surgeries offered by our doctors. Dr Tara Kidd completes her successful year as our GP Registrar at the end of the month and we wish her every success in her future. Dr Heather Covell will be joining us this month for a 6 month secondment.
Alresford Patient ForumOur Patient Participation Group is due to meet again on 7th September. The Group has been formed to provide feedback on the service we provide and new members are invited to attend. If you would like to come or wish to know more about the group please contact Sue Lees at the surgery and check the surgery website.
Alresford Voluntary Care Group provide an important role in providing transport to the surgery and local hospitals for patients who have difficulty getting to appointments. New drivers are always welcome and if you would like to help this valued team please give Jackie Elvins a call on 01962 735660. Users of the group are politely reminded that it is not funded and it is not unreasonable to expect a donation for travel provided.
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