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ChilboltonStockbridge 4 miles, Winchester 10 miles, Salisbury 20 miles

A very spacious detached house in the sought after village of Chilbolton, situated in an elevated position with outstanding views over the Test Valley.

3 reception rooms • Kitchen/breakfast room • Study • Games room Indoor swimming pool • 4 bedrooms (2 with en suite bathrooms) Family bathroom • Garage Garden approximately 0.8 acres

Winchester 01962 842742 [email protected]

Guide price £925,000

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WherwellAndover 4 miles, Stockbridge 4½ miles, Winchester 11 miles

A beautiful detached house situated on the edge of the highly sought after Test Valley village of Wherwell.

Kitchen/breakfast room • Dining room Sitting room • Cloakroom • 4 bedrooms Family bathroom • Garden • Parking



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Country MarketEvery Thursday 10-11.45am at Stockbridge Town Hall, Stockbridge.

Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th AugustWickham FestivalThe Wickham Festival is a relaxed, safe and family-friendly outdoor Music & Arts Festival. It is held in a scenic location with top-name artists performing in a huge circus-style 'Big Top'. 2012 artists include Jools Holland; The Levellers; Bellowhead; Oysterband; Show of Hands and many more. There will also be lots of other entertainment including solar powered 'Groovy Movie' cinema tent, Digital Funfair, street theatre and childrens entertainers.Venue: Alongside Wickham Community Centre, between Mill Lane and Blind Lane, Wickham, Hampshire. www.wickhamfestival.co.uk

Thursday 2nd AugustDancing Fun in Winchester right through the Summer!New West Coast Swing Beginners Course. Contact Silvia & Max on 01256 389 275 www.salsaysol.co.uk

Friday 3rd AugustBlack Beauty Outdoor PerformanceFrom 9.30pm. PEEL Heritage brings the classic equine tale of Black Beauty to life this summer in a stylish and modern theatrical adaption. As told through the eyes of the stallion, the story follows Black Beauty's life as a workhorse in the 19th Century - from his carefree days on a country farm to a more gruellingexistence pulling cabs in London, and his dark days down the mine.Black Beauty is suitable for ages 6-80+ The production runs for 2 hours, with a 15-20 minute interval. Contact Info: Tel: 0844 8717604. Pricing Details: Adults: £18. Children: £10, Concessions: £15. Family Ticket: £50. Venue Avington Park, WinchesterSO21 1DB

Friday 3rd AugustMulti Sports Fun DayFrom 2pm - 5pm. FREE Multi Sports Fun Day for ages 9 to 16 year olds. (younger children welcome accompanied by parent / guardian). For event details contact: Kat Slawska on 01264 368638 or PCSO 14359 Sophie

Downie on: 07901 102512This is a free of charge event atKings Somborne Village Hall Green.

Saturday 4th AugustWinchester: Chronicles of Light Free WorkshopFrom 4pm. Do you have a story about the Cathedral to tell? Perhaps you have a special memory or a family connection. Artist Alex Hoare will help you put your story on paper throughcollage and written word. The pages you create at this workshop will be bound together to make the narrator’s magic storybook for ‘Winchester: Chronicles of Light’.Allow one hour to create your page. Suitable for all ages but children must be accompanied. Materials will be supplied but please bring photographs, cuttings etc if it will help tell your story. Experience the Cathedral’s extraordinary stories in this spectacular 90-minute multimedia performance taking place in Winchester Cathedral this October. Find out more and watch the trailer by visiting www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk.Contact Info: 01962 857274 [email protected]. Admission is free. Booking is not essential but helpful. Please call 01962 857 274 or email [email protected]. Winchester Discovery Centre, Jewry StreetWinchester, SO23 8RX

Sunday 5th AugustRomsey Food FestivalFrom 10am - 10pm

Sunday 5th AugustTrout 'n' AboutStockbridge High Street. From 10am to 4pm. A fabulous FREE day out for all the family. 66 stalls of local foods, produce and crafts, Juggling Jake circus entertainment, live music, farm animals, vintage agricultural equipment, craft demonstrations. A fabulous day out for the whole family. For further information please visit: www.facebook.com/troutnabout www.tnastockbridge.co.uk.

Monday 6th AugustNew Salsa Beginners Course. Bring some sunshine into your life and come dancing with us! We have something to offer for

everyone: West Coast Swing, Salsa, Zumba, Zumba Gold (low impact). & Zumba for kids! Contact Silvia & Max on 01256 389 275www.salsaysol.co.uk

Thursday 16th AugustWeyhill Electronic Organ SocietyFrom 7.30pm - 9.30pm. For event details contact: 01264 323213 www.weyhill-eos.co.ukPrice £5.00 in advance from Mimmo, Bridge Street, Andover (Tues-Sat) or £6.00 at the door (Subject to availability). The event will be held at Fairground Hall,Weyhill.

Saturday 18th August toMonday 27th August.Artists in Test Valley Open Studios as part of Hampshire Open StudiosKeith Pattison – White Cottage Studio, 15 Winchester gardens SP10 2EH. Clarissa Russell – Queen Ann Cottage Studio, Goodworth Clatford, SP11 7RNRenate West and Liz Dell – Renate’s Studio, 5 Lawrence Houses, Grately, SP11 8JXDianne Haddon-Moore’s Studio, Furzdown House, Fursdown Lane, Amport SP11 8BE. The strength of this group of professional artists is the diversity of their individual styles. Free Entry. Hampshire Open Studio brochures available from Andover library.Liz Dell 01264 711051

Saturday 18th AugustHoughton WI invite you to aCream Tea by the RiverEnjoy tea with homemade sconesin the garden of Blandford House,Stockbridge, by the River Test.Bring & Buy Stall and Raffle2.00-4.00 pm - £4 per person.

Sunday 26th AugustThe Wallop Vintage Gathering and Car Boot SaleAt Wallop Sports Field Salisbury Lane SO20 8JL. Between 10am and 4pm. Free entry. Cars, tractors, engines, working machinery, large car boot, BBQ, cream teas, children's rides. A fun day for all the family. For further information please call 07771639879

Saturday 25th AugustPicnic in the ParkFrom 11am - 5pm. Fabulous arts festival in Beech Hurst Park for younger children and their families. Music from

the bandstand stage, creative workshops and events, street theatre and a community market.

Saturday 1st SeptemberLongstock Church FeteFrom 1pm - 4.30pm. Traditional village Fete in Longstock Recreation Ground (past Peat Spade Pub). Fun day out for all the family:- BBQ, Teas and Refreshments, Bouncy Castle, Childrens Races, Tug of War, Paintball Shooting, Birds of Prey, Pony Rides, Dog Show, many stalls and live music with Sandleheath Band and The Cotton Pickers. Free entry and parking.

Saturday 1st SeptemberAlresford Agricultural Show 2012Show open from 9am - 6pm atTichborne Park, Alresford.Book now and save £££s atwww.alresfordshow.co.ukor call our ticket booking officeon: 01749 813899 show information available on:01962 738748.

Saturday 8th SeptemberRomsey ShowBroadlands, Romsey. From 8am - 6pm. A real agricultural show and great day out with something for all the family - that’s the Romsey Show. The show is one of the oldest in England, held annually since 1842. For more information visit: www.romseyshow.co.uk

Sunday 23rd September Wallop Primary School 'Pedal In' From 10am - Midday. Join us to cycle / scooter / walk a 4.2 mile route around the inside of the Middle Wallop Airfield. Adults £2, under 11s £1 - BBQ, home-made cakes and other refreshments served at the school until 1pm. Access to airfield from School Lane, Nether Wallop SO20 8EH. Proceeds to The Friends of Wallop School fund for new science, technology and library resources.

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Dates for your diary

ChilboltonStockbridge 4 miles, Winchester 10 miles, Salisbury 20 miles

A very spacious detached house in the sought after village of Chilbolton, situated in an elevated position with outstanding views over the Test Valley.

3 reception rooms • Kitchen/breakfast room • Study • Games room Indoor swimming pool • 4 bedrooms (2 with en suite bathrooms) Family bathroom • Garage Garden approximately 0.8 acres



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WherwellAndover 4 miles, Stockbridge 4½ miles, Winchester 11 miles

A beautiful detached house situated on the edge of the highly sought after Test Valley village of Wherwell.

Kitchen/breakfast room • Dining room Sitting room • Cloakroom • 4 bedrooms Family bathroom • Garden • Parking



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ISSUE 50 AUGUST www.testvalleyforum.co.uk

Test Valley Forum

Inside this month's issueTest Valley Forum

August 2012

Features & Community News03 Dates for your diary

06 Hampshire Mum - Spinach in my teeth

08 Church Services and News

10 Armed forces community covenant signed

10 Romsey War Memorial at Memorial Park awarded Listed Building status

11 Don't lose your vote in 2012

14 Clubs & Societies

15 Clubs & Societies

16 Family stargazing event at the Museum of Army Flying

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16 Wherwell singers are currently recruiting new singers

18 England callup

18 How do athletes get 'into the zone'?

18 Open water charity swim in Loch Ness

19 Charitable trusts major award boost blood cancer appeal

20 Alresford Agricultural Show 2012

21 Alresford Agricultural Show 2012

22 Useful Information

22 Stockbridge Music

24 Who's YOUR local legend?

24 King's Somborne C of E School - Our new head teacher

25 News from Wherwell Primary School

26 News from the Somborne Sessions

26 Stockbridge Amateur Dramatic Society - SADS

26 Theatre on the lawn at Norton Park

28 Recipe of the month - Summer veg with Haloumi cheese

32 Our man at the Olympics

33 Hampshire has the best young cooks

34 Wildlife carers swept off their feet

36 Useful information

38 A new beginning for Gordon Ramsay's Protegee, James Durrant

Property Management02 15

Professional Services

07 9, 11

Pet & Animal Services11

Motors

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Spinach in my teethThe Pagans went all out to celebrate the Jubilee, well

actually that’s not quite true. Having gleaned tickets, along with the immaculate in-laws and niece, to see Cold-Play and booked an overnight stay in leafy

Hampstead we discovered that the date happily coincided with the Thames River Pageant.

“We could go and have a quick look Sandra as it’s on our way back. It’ll be great for the kids”, was the extent of The Husband's Jubilee fever.

Mind you I didn’t think I was particularly Royalist, but none the less, found myself in our market town's ironmongery emporium purchasing meters of bunting and two flags, having come over all patriotic; must be something to do with my impending menopause.

I am more Republican than Royalist but come the revolution there are plenty more people I’d put before the wall rather than the Monarchy, but that’s another story.

So The Husband arrived home to find the back garden and trampoline bedecked with bunting.

“Crikey Sandra, are you alright love? The two flags out the front have crossed over in the wind – makes us look like the head quarters of the BNP, what’s going on?”

“Mum’s gone mad!” Was the response from Star II.

And so it was, with the Jubilee weekend upon us, we eventually found our way out of the over crowded Underground and up into the manic excitement of the Embankment. We were obviously a tad late, if we had wanted to see the river we should have ditched Cold-Play and camped out by Old Father Thames overnight.

So in the time honoured British tradition we queued thirty minutes for our Latte and hot chocolate while watching the Coronation on the big screens, without so much as a glimpse of the river. There was the occasional fanfare rehearsal, which prompted cheers from beneath a sea of umbrellas; I guess you had to be there…

Another thirty minutes to get across Waterloo Bridge and the delights of an equally crowded South Bank lay before us - burgers, baguettes and beer. According to the program Her Majesty was not due to pass by (unseen by us), for another hour. There were rumblings in the ranks; sensing imminent mutiny, the brother in law generously produced two pints of Pimms to soothe troubled waters.

In short the weather came blowing in cold and wet, even The Husband became petulant, “Not much point in hanging around here Sandra love, can we just go.”

So we watched the Pageant live on the niece's i-Phone homeward bound on the train; it was the closest we were to get to any Royals and celebrities, or so I thought…

The end of the celebratory week culminated in the Alresford Music Festival, the sun shone (!) and the music and new venue were better than ever. Mid afternoon a friend pointed out a rather handsome man in the crowd, turns out he was the saxophonist in a famous eighties band.

“Well I never”.Then I made a fatal mistake, I told The Husband who was having none of it.“No, Sandra, that’s not him, no way”.After ten minutes of arguing the point I was bored, “Go and ask him then!”

So, fuelled by copious pints, he did. I watched in horror as he manoeuvred his way closer and closer to said star and finally started chatting away. The next time I looked The Husband was dragging the unfortunate celeb over to me.“This is Sandra, she’s a huge fan”

Oh God. The poor man had obviously been through this ordeal many times before, but he was a gent. A kiss on each cheek was enough to send me crimson and I started waffling on about how lovely life in the country was, asking how long had he lived here. Whilst thinking ‘shut up!!’

I mentioned how young the band playing were, he said they were ‘tight’, I nodded sagely as if I knew what he meant, it was all going rather well until The Husband said,“Actually I preferred Japan to you guys really”.Handsome celeb took it well but I panicked, desperate to pay him a compliment I blurted out,“I must be much older than you. Have you had any work done you look amazing?”

Turns out he was a little older than me and no his good looks were all his own, and then with a kiss on the hand he was off and who could blame him.“Well he was a nice bloke wasn’t he? Oh Sandra love did you know you’ve got some spinach in your teeth?”

Marvellous.Sandra Pagan.

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Sunday 5th August10.45 Mattins

Sunday 12th August10.45 Parish Communion

Sunday 19th August10.45 All Age Worship


St.PeterStockbridge

St.NicholasLeckford

St.CatherinesLittleton

St.Mary-the-lessChilbolton

Sunday 5th August18.00 Evensong

Sunday 12th August10.00 Morning Prayer

Sunday 19th August10.00 Holy Communion

Sunday 26th August10.00 Family Service

St.MarysCrawley

St. Peter & Holy CrossWherwell




St.StephensSparsholt

St.PetersOver Wallop

St.Thomas MoreStockbridge

Mass & Services09.00 Sunday MassFor other services and events please contact the Church.Canon Paul Townsend01962 852804

St.MarysBroughton

St.MarysLongstock

St.AndrewsNether Wallop


Sunday 12th August08.00 Holy Communion09.30 Family Service



Every Wednesday09.30 Holy Communion

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Sunday 12th August09.30 All Age Worship

Sunday 19th August09.15 Longstock: Service of the Word



Sunday 12th August09.30 Family Worship



Sunday 5th August10.00 Morning Worship

Sunday 12th August10.00 Family Communion


Sunday 26th August10.00 Fourth Sunday Worship with Sunday School

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Sunday 19th August10.00 Morning Worship

Sunday 26th August10.00 Family Communion18.00 Service of Peace and Healing

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St.Peter & St.PaulKing's Somborne

Sunday 5th August18.00 EvensongSunday 12th August09.30 Holy Communion



Sunday 5th August10.00 Parish CommunionSunday 12th August08.00 Holy Communion10.00 Family Service


Sunday 26th August08.00 Holy Communion10.00 Mattins 18.00 'Alive'


Old St.PeterStockbridge

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Test Valley Borough Council News

The Fallen of Romsey from both World Wars”.

Councillor Tony Ward, Portfolio Holder for Community and Leisure Services at Test Valley Borough Council said “The impact of both world wars on Britain was huge and the end of the First World War saw the biggest single wave of public commemoration ever. The majority of casualties were buried where they fell, so memorials offered a focus for grief and remembrance, as they still do today”.

He continued “I am very pleased that the Romsey War Memorial now has Grade II status as listing helps to mark a building’s significance and celebrate its special architectural and historic interest. It also brings specific protection so that its special interest can be properly considered in managing its future”.

It has been confirmed that Romsey War Memorial has been added as a Grade II

listing to the List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest.

War memorials possess considerable historic and cultural significance for their link with world conflict and highlight the human cost to communities across the country. The Romsey Memorial has been designated at Grade II for its “Historical interest: as a permanent testament to the sacrifice made by this community in the First and Second World Wars, it is of strong historic and cultural significance both at a local and a national level”. Architecturally, the Memorial stylishly combines “Modern geometric forms, classical details, and Christian symbolism, to create an elegant and fitting tribute to

Romsey War Memorial at Memorial Park awarded Listed Building Status

In turn the armed forces and their families will be better able to integrate service life into civilian life and to use their skills to help the local community. The Covenant encompasses issues such as assisting service personnel with access to home ownership and supported accommodation, providing an opportunity to secure business grants for people leaving the forces and volunteering opportunities for service personnel to use their existing skills to help the community, while learning new ones. It also seeks to ensure that employers recognise the merits of employing reservists and understand the legislation which supports both employer and employee.

The signatories welcomed the agreement to work together for the benefit of service personnel, their families and the wider community.

Monday, 25 June saw the Signing Ceremony for

the Community Covenant between Test Valley Borough Council and the armed forces in the Borough at the Army Air Corps, Middle Wallop, Hampshire. The Community Covenant is a voluntary statement of mutual agreement between all signatories. It signals their commitment to work together to honour, support and help the armed forces and their families, recognising the sacrifices they make and remembering that some pay the ultimate sacrifice. The signatories to the Community Covenant are Test Valley Borough Council, Andover Garrison, Corps of the Royal Engineers, Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment and the Army Air Corps.

The Covenant presents the opportunity for the council to focus its knowledge, expertise and experience to provide appropriate advice and services to members of the forces and their families.

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Don’t lose your vote in 2012

Voter registration forms have been distributed through

letter boxes across theTest Valley. Householders are urged to re-register on-line, by phone or by text to reduce the cost of administration but, if you’re unable to access these options or need to make changes to who should be on the register, please return your form by post as soon as possible.

Your local Electoral Registration Officer, Roger Tetstall, and his staff use these forms to compile the next electoral register for Test Valley. If you haven’t received your form you can contact the Electoral Registration Office on 01264 368000 or print one off at www.aboutmyvote.co.uk. The electoral register is being compiled earlier than usual this year. This is due to the Police & Crime Commissioner Elections for Hampshire taking place on 15 November 2012.

Roger Tetstall said: “Registering to vote is very simple. If your details haven’t changed, you can re-register on-line, by phone or by text. Doing it this way reduces the cost of administration and so saves the Council money

which we can use to provide other services. It’s also good for the environment. If your details have changed, all you have to do is update the annual registration form with the details of everyone in your household who is eligible to vote and return it to us as soon as possible.

You need to confirm your details each year. If you can’t register by any other method, complete and return your registration form as soon as possible so that you don’t lose your right to vote. If you do it on-line, by phone or text, please don’t send your registration form back as well”.

When you register to vote you can opt to have your details excluded from the edited register. This will mean your details cannot be bought by individuals and commercial organisations.

For more information, please contact your local Electoral Registration Officer at Test Valley Borough Council on 01264 368000.

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14 | Clubs and Societies


Chilbolton Pre-School Chilbolton: Tel: 01962 760488 Sam Inglis: 07919 130 777

Army Air Corps Pre-School Middle Wallop: Tel: 01264 784381

Broughton Pre-SchoolProvides flexible hours for children aged 2 to under 5 years and is run by qualified, experienced staff offering a range of quality resources that fulfil the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Tel: 01794 301286 (school hours) to arrange a visit.

Stockbridge Pre-SchoolA well established Pre-School with new facilities including an all weather outdoor play area. We provide flexible hours to children from 2 years to school age. The Pre-School ‘helps children make good progress in learning and development with a focus on structured learning through play’ (Ofsted). For further information or to arrange a visit call 01264 811772

School Lane PlaygroupSchool Lane, Nether WallopHampshire, SO20 8EH. We are a small but beautifully formed group, staffed by professionals, fully Ofsted registered, providing quality care and education for 2-4 year olds in the grounds of Wallop Primary School. Tel: 01264 782051 (9-3pm)

Littleton Pre-schoolA community run pre-school set in the Millennium Memorial Hall and surrounding grounds, offering a safe, happy and caring learning environment for 2 to 4 year olds. Staffed by experienced professionals. Ofsted registered. Open 8:30am-12:15pm, with a flexible drop off. Contact Carol Mortimer on 01962 776 206 or 07765 916 006 to arrange a visit.

Wallops Under 5s PlaygroupMothers and toddlers group meets on Fridays at Wallops Parish Hall. Tel: 01264 781635

Water Meadow Children's Centre � Stockbridge Primary School, Old London Road, Stockbridge, SO20 6EJ. Tel: 01264 811089 Fax: 01264 810134 [email protected]

The Barn Nursery - Over WallopSmall cosy nursery (max 6 children). 3hr sessions. Many activities. Singing, dancing, messy art & craft, playing in the garden. Willa Franks: 01264 782007 or 07831 368244. [email protected]

The Sombornes Pre-SchoolIndependent, OFSTED registered pre-school offering education through play in a friendly, informal setting for children aged 2 to school age. Please visit www.thesombornespreschool.org for session times and more info call 07530 893773.

Broughton Youth FootballWe run a friendly village youth football club that competes in the Testway Youth League. For season 2012/13 we will have teams at under 8, under 10 and under 13 and we are always happy to welcome new players. Please contact Nick Mabey on 01794 301209, [email protected] if you are interested or would like to know more.

Littleton Tennis ClubTennis for all the family, competitive and social. Full time coach with an extensive coaching programme for minis, juniors and adults - including cardio tennis. 6 hard courts, 2 of which are floodlit and aclubhouse. For more information visit:www.littletontennisclub.co.ukcontact the coach on:[email protected]

Broughton Bounders Running ClubSEAA/EA affliated running club covering the Mid-Test Valley villages, new members welcomed Melvin Vayle Tel: 01794 301437

Stockbridge Recreation GroundChair: Dave Webb Tel: 01264 810819Sec: Dave Barnes Tel: 01264 810516

Chilbolton Badminton ClubJill Lord Tel: 01264 860667

Chilbolton Short Mat Bowls Club Meets every Monday 8-10pm Chilbolton Village Hall. Deb & Richard Richardson Tel: 01264 861082

Wherwell Playing Fields Sean Hutton (Chair) Tel: 01264 860443Angela Blackmore (Sec) Tel: 01264 860445

Stockbridge Football Club [email protected]

CTC South HampshireEasy rides, day rides, social events and more! Tel: 01962 864479www.southhampshirectc.org.uk

Upper Clatford Youth Football ClubWe are running teams at under 7-16yr age groups this season. New players welcome. Training weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings (depending on age group) at Upper Clatford sports fields 6-7.15pm. Tel: 01264 364106 or 07833 614429 Jennie Handford for more information.

Broughton Short Mat BowlsOur activity takes place on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 to 9.30, (September to April), in Broughton Village Hall. New members welcome. All the equipment provided. Come along and join in. More information contact: Amanda Hayter on 01980 862883 or John Perry on 01794 301466.

Art Group at The Old Exchange - Abbotts AnnDuck Street, Abbotts Ann, SP11 9NDSign up for September to December term now! Groups meet fortnightly over 12 weeks; sessions last for 2.5 to 3 hours with tea and coffee on hand. Join as a beginner or improver – or as an intermediate student for a more structured programme and a possible spring board to a Foundation Course. Please e-mail for full details with no obligation. Contact Liz for more information on e-mail:[email protected] Tel: 01264 711051 Mobile: 07881 633089

Embroiderers GuildAndover Branch - We are a group of like-minded people who share an interest in all aspects of stitching and textiles. We meet socially at 7.30pm on the third Monday of every month, except August, in the Priory Hall, Love Lane (St. John’s Ambulance), Andover, SP10 2AB - next to the Wolversdene Club, to enjoy a programme of speakers and demonstrations. We also hold workshops in Goodworth Clatford Village Club every two months. www.egandover.blogspot.com or Tel: 01264 860806

Broughton Floral ClubMeets on the first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. Tel: 01794 516289

The Fly Dressers’ GuildJohn Leatherly - Tel: 01264 364850 or Ron Dodson - Tel: 01264 810169

Test Valley Turners For wood turners of all levels, from novice to professional. Meets every third Monday evening at Longstock Village Hall. Contact Graham Barnard Tel: 01962 851979

St Mary's Church, Broughton, Flowers:Janelle Quitman - Tel: 01794 301 754

Stockbridge Church Flowers Angela McMeekin - Tel: 01264 810236

Fancy a CRAFTY Pint?On the first Saturday of every month. Love Craft Live Crafty run informal arts and crafts workshops in Abbotts Ann. Where local craft lovers are invited to meet up and enjoy a range of crafty workshops led by local artist & qualified teacher Kelly Jenkins BA Hons. MA RCA. Learn a new skill, make a product to take away & enjoy a drink & some cake! All in the wonderful surroundings of The Eagle Inn Village pub. Each month ranges from; textiles, jewellery, ceramics, decoupage and much more! The workshops run from 2pm to 5pm and costs just £18 per crafter with all your materials and lovely homemade cakes included! For more information visit our www.facebook.com/lovecraftlivecrafty or to book your place email: [email protected] or call Kelly: 01264 712149.

Chilbolton PlayersContact Richard Richardson on Tel: 01264 861082www.chilboltonplayers.org.uk

Broughton Amateur Dramatic Group – BADGThe group exists for the enjoyment of those who wish to be involved in any way with productions, not just for the benefit of performers. We aim to provide entertainment for the village in the form of drama, comedy, dance, music, review and pantomime. If you are interested in joining us on stage or behind the scenes then please get in touch. Chair: Linda Cardigan - Tel: 01794 301196Vice Chair: Janet Wallace - Tel: 01794 301254

Stockbridge Amateur Dramatic Society (SADS)Chair: Mark Frank (01264 810562). Vice-chair: Debbie Smart (01264 810147)www.stockbridgeamdrams.org.uk

Clatford Amateur Dramatic Society (CADS)Chairman: Cliff Tucker Tel:01264 324513. Secretary: Ann Buckley Tel. 01264 365506

Sword DancingPart of Broughton Traditional Arts Group (BTAG). We meet weekly. No previous experience necessary, new members welcome anytime. Pippa Evans: 01794 301389.

Samba and African Drumming We meet fortnightly at Broughton Primary School. No experience necessary. Come and discover the benefits of drumming! For more information phone Lynda Middleton: 01794 388002

Bell Ringing at Sparsholt Meet Mondays at the church from 7.30-9pm. It is excellent mental and physical exercise and a good way to make friends and join a local community. You do not have to be a resident of Sparsholt to join our band. To find out more call Tower Secretary Jenny Watson on: Tel: 01962 863596

Andover Town BandA newly formed brass band. Open to all; beginners and beyond. The band aims to take its music into the community, to share playing and participation with local charities and educational causes. If you are interested in joining us; beginner or experienced, contact: 01264 324056

Wherwell Singers Dale Webb: Tel: 01264 860074www.wherwellsingers.org

Weyhill Electronic Organ SocietyMonthly concerts of melodic, easy listening music featuring top class professional perfomers. For details visit www.weyhill-eos.co.uk or Tel: 01264 323213

Bell Ringing at Kings Somborne. New ringers always welcome. Come and learn a new skill, meet new people and enjoy yourself. Practise night Monday's. 7.30 - 9pm. just turn up or contact Tower Captain Sue Spurling. Tel: 01794 388266

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WOMENS INSTITUTESThe Wallops W.I.meets every second Wednesday of the month - 7.30pm. St Peters Church Hall, over Wallop. New members and guests are always welcome. Contact Pam Quick on: Tel: 01264 781292 or Shirley monger on Tel: 01264 782151

longstock & leckford W.I. meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in longstock Village Hall. We have a very interesting programme of speakers for 2012 as well as many social occasions planned. Tel: 01264 810150 or 01264 810603.

Houghton W.I. meets on the third monday of every month (except august) at 7.30 pm in Houghton Village Hall. Houghton WI is a lively and friendly group and all visitors or potential new members are most welcome. Contact, Sandra Harper Tel: 01794 388509 or Jane anderton Tel: 01264 810928.

Chilbolton W.Imeets at Chilbolton Village Hall on the third Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact: Sally Griffiths Tel: 01264 860313 or Sue Batchelor Tel: 01264 860307

royal air Force association Ben Warren Tel: 01264 810522

Stockbridge lunch Club Joyce Compton - Tel: 01264 810898

riVa - Dog Training Kings Somborne. Val Kelsey - Tel: 01794 388570

royal British legion (Houghton Branch) Chair: Clive mantell - Tel: 01264 810804. Secretary: John Gale -Tel: 01962 760225 Poppies: a mcmeekin -Tel: 01264 810236

royal British legion Womens Section (Stockbridge Branch) Branch Chair: Nancy Warren - Tel: 01264 810522. Secretary: Joyce Compton - Tel: 01264 810898

longstock Garden Club Peter Bramley: 01264 810432 or ada rogers: 01264 810794

Stockbridge Evergreen Chair: Joyce Compton - Tel: 01264 810898

Kings Somborne Twinning associationTwinned with St Paul du Vernay, near Bayeux. annual exchange visits take place. anyone in this magazine’s circulation area who is interested in joining us should contact Wendy Hartley Tel: 01794 388742

Broughton Twinning associationTwinned with Sauve in the South of France, we would welcome anyone who would like to join and take part in annual exchanges. President: Dave Evans - Tel: 01794 301194 Secretary: Victoria Barrett - Tel: 01794 301062

Chilbolton/Stockbridge Beavers/Cub Scouts leigh Dance - Tel: 01264 811074

Chilbolton Care Group Peter Ward - Tel: 01264 860528

Stockbridge & District young Farmers Club meets every other Thursday at the Combine Club in leckford. It is a rural-based youth group for young people aged 10 to 26. you don't have to be a farmer.Club Secretary: Victoria Brown Tel: 07828 019624 [email protected]

The Somborne & District Society a local history society although we do cover other subjects and interests. We hold regular lectures on the fourth Wednesday each month at 8 p.m. in King’s Somborne village hall as well as visits to historic houses and other places of interest. (Further information from mary Pollock on 01794 388422).

OTHER CLUBS &SOCIETIES

royal National lifeboat InstitutionStockbridge & upper Test Branch. Chairman: Tolley Taylor - Tel: 01256 893561

The upper Test Valley Vintage ClubThe club was formed in 1998, locally based, for people with interests in vintage machines. No need to own one. Social meetings at the leckford Combine Club, second Tuesday of the month from october through to april, 8pm. Contact : mr David Watts on: 01264 810421 (chairman)www.uppertestvalleyvintageclub.co.uk.

Wherwell History GroupBuilds up an archive of local history material and arranges monthly talks and visits. andrew Flanagan. Tel: 01264 [email protected]

Winchester Churches Nightshelter. 20b Jewry Street, Winchester www.wcns.org.uk. offering hope and support for the homeless. Volunteers required mornings and evenings. Please phone liz Howe on 01962 862050.

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Family Stargazing event at the Museum of Army Flying

The Museum of Army Flying is hosting a star gazing event on

Saturday 15th September at 7pm. The stars, galaxies and possibly even the moon will be revealed to visitors when the Museum hosts special and stargazing equipment. Our expert astronomer Graham Bryant from Hampshire Astronomical Group will tour through the stars, solar system and galaxies in a fascinating illustrated presentation. Tickets are £5 per person. The event is perfect for children aged 8 and over looking to learn about the Solar System.

The museum is fortunate enough to have a wonderful location for star gazing occupying a high position with panoramic views. Marketing officer Rebecca Clay says ‘we rarely get an opportunity to gaze at the night sky in these fantastic dark and exposed conditions. Visitors to the event will get the opportunity to see stars with expert tuition from the astronomers from Hampshire Astronomical Group.’ Before the excitement

of the stargazing, visitors will also be able to enjoy an illustrated tour through the solar system by Graham. He will conduct his ‘telescope clinic’ and instruct in the use of telescopes and star gazing equipment as well as highlight what to look out for in our skies.

Graham Bryant is an amateur astronomer and a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and is one of the founding members of the Campaign for Dark Skies, an astronomical pressure group that promotes better use of external lighting. Graham is also Chairman of the Hampshire Astronomical Group; its large observatory is based in Clanfield. He has been involved in the astronomical world for the past 44 years and lectures to astronomical societies, schools and numerous non-astronomical clubs and interest groups on the subject of astronomy and space sciences.

Wherwell Singers are currently recruiting for new singers

Join us from the Autumn. Whether you’re a regular singer in another choir

who wants to do more singing, or someone who hasn’t sung for a while, we’d love to hear from you. We’re particularly keen to hear from tenors and basses!

Who we areWe’re a friendly adult choir of 25 singers drawn from across the Test Valley who rehearse in Wherwell Church on Wednesday evenings. We give 2 or 3 concerts each year in North Hampshire and take up 1 or 2 invites a year to contribute to charity concerts and other events. We also have social events, after-concert parties (of course!) and an annual party.

The choir is a mix of singers – some sing in other choirs, some don’t. Some sight read, some don’t. What’s most important to us is a real passion for choral singing, a commitment to attending rehearsals and a commitment to keep raising our standard. Recently, we had a productive and fun workshop with Brian Kay, and in October we’ll be spending a day with internationally acclaimed vocal coach Hilary Llystyn-Jones.

What we singOur repertoire is mostly classical, both a capella and accompanied, and includes:• Handel’s Messiah, Faure’s Requiem, Vivaldi’s Gloria and Vaughan Williams’ The First Noel• English pastoral songs by

Elgar, Ireland, Stanford and Vaughan Williams• 21st century anthems by Whitacre, Swingle, Todd, Lauridsen and Lukaszewski• Russian carols, carols by Britten, Mathias, Rutter, Grieg, Gardner, 21st century carols and Tudor carols• Plus, Bruckner, Byrd, Durufle, Monteverdi, Mozart, Parry, Poulenc, Tallis and many more!

Our plans for Autumn 2012We have been invited to sing in Winchester Cathedral on November 17th and in Romsey Abbey on December 18th. Our Christmas concert will be on December 8th in Wherwell Church. The programme will include:

• Choruses from Bach’s Christmas Oratorio• 21st century carols• Carols by Tavener, Warlock, Rutter & Mathias• Russian carols

Sounds interesting? This is what you need to do nextPlease contact our conductor, Dale Webb on (01264) 860074 or by email [email protected] He’ll arrange an informal audition. Some people can be put off by auditions – please don’t! This is simply an opportunity for Dale to say hello and get a sense of your vocal range and type of voice. For more information about us you can also visit: www.wherwellsingers.org. Do get in contact – we’d love to hear from you!

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For prices, ordering and advice please call Richard

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For all enquiries, advice and a free quotation please call Nick Parker

Arboriculture services• Tree maintenance and removal• Crown thins and lifts• Dead wood removal

Lakes and Waterways• River maintenance• Bank repairs• Bridge and platform construction• Weed cutting

Agricultural & Horticultural services• Hedge cutting and maintenance• Strimming• Lawn mowing• All aspects of fencing• Garden clearance• Grounds maintenance

Other services• Vermin control• Site clearance

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Longstock Park NurseryA true gardener's nursery

Visit us for inspiration or an enjoyable day out• Visit our 90m herbaceous border• Beautiful water gardens (restricted opening times)• National collection of Buddlejas & Clematis viticellas• Impressive collection of Penstemons• Specialists in climbing plants, perennials, shrubs. • Mature shrubs and trees also available.• We stock tools, accessories and a large selection of pots.• Highly qualified staff to offer free advice

Opening HoursMon-Sat: (throughout the year) 8.30am to 4.30pmSundays: Mar to Oct 11am - 5.00pmNov to Feb 11.00 - 4.00pm

Stockbridge: Tel: 01264 810894 Fax: 01264 810924www.longstocknursery.co.uk

email: [email protected]

Longstock Park Water GardensSaturday 5th August - 2pm - 5pm

Charity Opening in Aid ofHeAring DOgs

Sunday 19th August - 2pm - 5pm Charity Opening in Aid of

st MiCHAel's HOspiCe,BAsingstOke

An entrance fee of £5.00 for adults and £1.00 for children is payable with all proceeds going to the nominated charity. Members of the three local

churches will provide teas at Longstock Park Nursery on these Sundays. Only registered Assistance Dogs will be admitted to the garden and care should be

taken to leave no litter.For more information: 01264 810924

Visit beautiful Gardens overlooking the River Test

10 am - 5pm (Thurs - Tues)

North Stockbridge, SO20 6LQ 01264 810912 or

[email protected]

www.houghtonlodge.co.ukAdmission: Adults £5.00 Children under 14 free.

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How do athletes get “in the zone”?

How do they keep themselves focused when the pressures on?

It was interesting to watch Andy Murray, coached by Ivan Lendl and I’m not talking about the tennis but his mental approach. Sports psychologists and hypnotherapists are now playing an increasing role in the player’s preparation.

During Murray's final you’ll have noticed that Lendl kept a very static blank stance providing Andy with no feedback whatsoever. He remained what NLP would term as a “calm anchor”. You might also have wondered what Andy was doing at the end of the match when he spent some moments looking up to the skies with both arms raised and his index fingers pointing up. Certainly he was accessing his visual mind (FYI: upwards is where you construct and remember images, sideways auditory, downwards feelings and internal dialogue).

Whatever the significance was he wasn’t going to share it when Sue Barker asked. He was somehow mentally closing down the match and setting himself up perhaps for lifting that trophy next year bearing in mind we get what we focus on.

Nowadays it’s not enough to have the skills and physical fitness to excel; mental strategies need to be effective to enable us to access our maximum potential especially when the pressure's

on. So the biggest competitor the player faces is really himself.When players are out of the zone you’ll notice they start talking to themselves beginning an inner mind game - in creeps the self doubt, self judgements, muscle tension and nerves leading to mistakes. What seems to be helpful actually achieves the opposite.

If you want success once you have the skills• Relax and trust yourself to simply let it happen • Quieten your internal voice• Be an observer of what is happening and change tactics accordingly

There’s much more to this of course but essentially your conscious mind has certain functions (i.e. to set the goal) as does your subconscious mind (i.e.to deliver the goal by accessing the programming).Get it right and you’re “in the zone”!

For further insight I recommend “The Inner Game of Tennis” by W.T.Gallwey; it’s as relevant to life as it is to sport.

Gina Brown - HypnotherapistDip.I Hyp GQHP, CNHC RegisteredNLP PractitionerEFT PractitionerCaring help to achieve your goalswww.head4change.com Tel : 01794 301771

England callup

Sparsholt youngster Hayden Chant has been selected to ride for

England Junior Cycle Speedway team in the home international to be held at Oxford on the 28th July against Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Hayden started racing cycle speedway four years ago for local side Southampton and has increasingly been putting in some fantastic performances. This year his performances in the Welsh Junior Open, Ade Gale Laurels and the British Youth and Junior League has brought praise from rival team managers and fellow riders.

England team managers Pete Barnes and Colin Sutton are always introducing new riders into the squad and both are very impressed by the way Hayden conducts himself on and off the track and always gives 100% effort. Hayden is Currently lying 2nd in the South and South Wales Junior League U16's class which in turn sees him qualify for the four national rounds off the British Youth and Junior League Grand Prix Series. In August he will be competing in the British U16 individual Championship to be held at East Newport Wales.

Open water charity swim in Loch Ness

Dear Friends. Call me a ‘girl that likes a challenge’, ‘foolhardy’

or just plain ‘crazy’... I am attempting a one mile, open water swimming race in Loch Ness on August 18th, to raise funds for my next humanitarian trip to Kenya with the Divinity Foundation! The swim will be in challenging open water conditions and the water is going to be around 10 - 13°! I shall be wearing a triathlon wetsuit, wetsuit vest, gloves, hat and booties! Not to mention swathes of Vaseline round my neck! I will be travelling out to Kenya in May next year to do

another humanitarian trip with the Divinity Foundation. I am hoping to raise £1000 to fund my trip and to go towards buying mosquito nets, medication and medical supplies. I am sure it will be another rewarding and challenging trip to provide free healthcare and support to very poor women and children, living in the Kibera slum of Nairobi, orphanages and remote villages of the Mara. Have a look at my blog from 2010 for an idea of what conditions we treated and the adventures we encountered! http://www.stockbridgeosteopathicpractice.com

For more information on the charity please visit their website: www.divinityfoundation.com. For details of the Monster Swim, look here!: www.monsterswim.co.uk. If you would like to support me and help fund my trip, and in so doing help up to 4000 women and children in the space of 3 weeks, you can

make a donation by simply e mailing me ([email protected]) and pledging an amount, and sending me a cheque or cash (payable to myself and sent to Stockbridge Osteopathic Practice, High Street, Stockbridge, SO20 6HF.

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S T O C K B R I D G EOSTEOPATHIC PRACTICEEMMA WIGHTMAN BSc(Hons)Ost

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Southampton Hospital Charity’s Red & White Appeal has been boosted

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The grant brings Southampton Hospital Charity one step closer to completing the project to build a specialist blood cancer day unit, with just over £350,000 left to raise to make the project a reality. It is hoped that the remaining money can be raised this year, so that building work can begin this December.

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to raise £1.76million to create a purpose built day case unit for patients with leukaemia and other life threatening blood disorders from across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Wiltshire, Dorset, West Sussex and the Channel Islands.Patients will visit the day case unit, weekly, fortnightly or monthly, sometimes for many years. It becomes a regular home during one of the most frightening experiences of a person’s life and the money invested in improving the environment will have a huge impact on their experience.

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The 104th Alresford Agricultural Show will take place in 1st September 2012 in the magnificent surroundings of Tichborne Park, Hampshire.

Many shows claim to be ‘country’ shows, but very few can match the Alresford Show when it comes to being an authentic reflection of life in the Hampshire farming world. If you’ve always yearned to get close to a modern hi-tech £100,000 tractor, you’ll find plenty here – and plenty of people who own and drive one for a living. Eavesdrop on one of the many machinery stands and you might hear a show-day deal being done – depending, of course, on how this year’s harvest goes.

Perhaps vintage machinery is your thing – the sight of a Super Major or a B250 rekindles memories from your youth. Chances are that you’ll find one, polished and pampered to perfection, proudly parading in the main ring during the Vintage Machinery display.

The link between farming and horses goes back thousands of years, and equine affairs have always featured strongly at the Alresford Show; this year will be no exception. You’ll find heavy horses, Iberian horses, show hunters, classes for children and the Diamond Jubilee Fancy Dress. The range of other livestock you’ll find is just as large and varied, ranging from the traditional cattle, pigs and sheep, to bees, goats and alpacas. Come and meet their owners and ask a few questions – although you might need a long afternoon when the proud breeder starts to wax lyrical about his/her charges.

If you’re not careful you could also lose many hours in the peace and quiet of the horticultural tent among the fabulous displays of roses, dahlias and chrysanthemums. After all, you wouldn’t want to miss all the other activities that happen on the day. You can run with the beagles, climb the spider mountain, enjoy watching Alresford Rugby Club’s displays and tackle their bungee run. If you impress them enough, you might be offered a game!

If you enjoy a bit of retail therapy, you’ll be in heaven. Everything from greeting cards to combine

harvesters will be available. The organisers go to great lengths to ensure that trade stands and exhibitors match perfectly with the Show’s local countryside theme. The Craft Tent will be bursting with ceramics, lace making, jewellery and sculpture. And a visit to the Produce tent to sample Hampshire’s finest cheeses, cider, wines and cakes will leave you equally full.

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Stockbridge Town HallHigh Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire. Hall has a kitchen area and an entertainment licence. Now with lift to the Upper Hall. Bookings may be made on our website www.stockbridgetownhall.co.uk. For those without internet access. Tel: 07770 297175

Houghton Village HallHall has a kitchen area, public entertainment licence and disabled access. 12 parking spaces. Bookings: Tel: 01794 388008

King’s Somborne Village HallSituated in the centre of the Village alongside the Recreation Ground. The main hall seats over 100 people, has a large fixed stage with a proscenium arch and a built in sound system. It also has a Performing Rights Society Licence. The Hall has an excellent newly appointed kitchen with a serving hatch to the main hall.The refurbished committee room, is suitable for meetings of about 12 to 14 people. An ideal location as the Hall is situated on a main road and is roughly equidistant from Andover, Romsey, Salisbury and Winchester. Parking for approx forty vehicles available. To arrange a booking for a function, a meetings or other activity please contact: 01794 388009 or by email at [email protected] or visit our web-site www.thesombornes.org.uk/villagehall

Over Wallop Church HallIn centre of village. Hall can seat 50. Kitchen and car parking available. Tel: 01264 782676

Broughton Village Hall The purpose built hall has an extensive grassed area at the rear which is used for outdoor activities and overflow parking. The hall boasts excellent facilities. Suitable for weddings, dances and lectures as well as public and private meetings and has ample parking. The building comprises a main hall with seating capacity for lectures or theatrical performances of 120 and for catered functions of a100, together with two meeting rooms one accommodating 20 people and another accommodating 40 people which is fitted with a Sound Induction Loop System. The hall holds an entertainment licence and and a licence to sell alcohol and boasts a fully equipped catering standard kitchen together with an excellent bar and a winged stage.Projector, screen and sound equipment are available. For bookings contact Trish Chadder on 01794 301365

Goodworth Clatford Village HallThe Village Hall was purpose

built in 1924. The hall can cater for 100 people or 80 seated at tables. There is a full sized snooker table, fully fitted kitchen, sound system and car parking. The club is located in large grounds with 3 gazebos and backing onto the river; a barbecue is available for hire. Bookings can be made via Mary Holloway on 01264 364005.

Wallops Parish HallAt Middle Wallop crossroads.Recently refurbished, modern kitchen, disabled access and car parking. Large hall seats 150. Small hall/meeting room seats 45.Entertainment licence. Details at www.thewallops.net Tel: 01264-783474

Chilbolton Village HallEastman's Field Chilbolton. Hants SO20 6AT. The Village Hall is a modern building with good facilities and a spacious well lit car park. It is used by many local organizations on a regular basis, but is also available for hire. Whether it be a club or sports activity, or a large family social gathering, the hall can provide for a maximum of 125 seated guests. A good sound system is installed and a generous sized well equipped kitchen is available for catering purposes. A large patio overlooks open fields to the rear. For bookings - please contact Mandy Amor on: 01264 860566

Sparsholt Memorial HallWoodman Lane, Sparsholt SO21 2NR. Main hall with beech floor, seats 140. Meeting room seats 25. Grand piano, portable stage, parking. Bookings: Tel: 01962 776129

Crawley Village Hall Can seat 100 people. It is licensed for public entertainment and has excellent facilities. Details can be found on www.crawleyvillagehall.co.uk. Bookings Tel: 01962 776518 or via the website.

Wherwell Village HallSituated in Church Street in an attractive village centre location, our cheerful hall is available to hire at reasonable rates for your function whether it be a wedding, business meeting or regular class. • Comfortable seating for 120• A fully appointed kitchen for preparation of hot & cold meals• Car park for up to 20 cars in addition to off-street parking• Separate bar area off the main hall • Easy access for loading and unloading• An excellent winged stage, with back stage dressing rooms and WC If you are interested in making a booking or want a viewing contact Julie Dickenson: 01264 861494

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Following on from the success of their first concert on 11th May,

Stockbridge Music are pleased to announce the details of their second concert to be held on Saturday 6th October in St Peter’s Church, Stockbridge.

Stockbridge Music has been set up to bring Chamber Music of all varieties to Stockbridge, inviting professional musicians to perform, such as the London based string quartet Pro Musica, who performed the first concert to a full house, as well as local musicians and students.

For this concert, they have invited The Jane Austen Singers to perform a concert of Sacred Choral Music covering six centuries in St Peter’s Church, Stockbridge. Their director, Tim Lowden, an ex-chorister of Winchester Cathedral, lives in Longstock and, for the last six years, has brought his singers to sing in the annual Advent Service of Lessons and Carols held in St Mary’s Church, Longstock, now a well attended and permanent feature in Longstock’s calendar..

The singers were formed in 1975 and built up a fine reputation for their performances of sacred music, chamber performances of the major Oratorios as well as madrigals and part songs. Having performed in the City of London and Petworth Festivals, The Anvil, Basingstoke and St John’s Smith Square, they are now devoting their future concerts to sacred ‘Cathedral Music’.

This will be their first concert performed in the UK since 2000 and it is anticipated that their following will attract a large audience.

Full details of this concert will be released nearer the date, but this announcement is designed to ensure you put 6th October in your diaries.

Tickets will cost £8 and will be available from Robinsons, one other box office(to be announced) and at the door on the night. There will be canapes and wine served prior to the start of the concert for which a small charge will be made.

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Who’s YOUR local legend?

Many of you are aware that Stockbridge has just benefited from

the completion of the National Cycle Network path (NCN 246) alongside the stretch of road on the A3057 between the White Hart roundabout and the entrance to the Test Way to the east of the village and opposite the school.

Part of the funding incorporates an allowance for a bench to rest, relax and enjoy the beauty of the Test Way.

The bench is to be flanked by three silhouettes of important local people from the history of Stockbridge, similar to the one in the picture.

Stockbridge Primary School children and some of the Test Valley pupils are working together in September and October to gather information on local legends to help the Parish Council come to an informed decision on who to have represented behind the bench.

But we need your help!Which legends or members of the community (past or present) do YOU think should be represented? Many of you have lived in Stockbridge for a long time and know more about the history than the children could ever hope to so we need you to help us focus the children’s research.

How?Throughout the summer (from 1st August to 1st September), you will find nomination boxes in lots of the local retailers on the High street and in Longstock

and Leckford villages. If you can think of someone who would represent Stockbridge’s history (past or present), please pop their name on to a slip of paper with a few details to give our children a head start on researching them. You can vote on line at www.stockbridge-hampshire.org.uk.

What next?Once the school term is back in session, children will research each of the recommended individuals and present the Parish Council with a short biography of each person nominated.

The final decision!The Parish Council will then have the deciding vote on which 3 figures are chosen to be represented around the bench. To give you some ideas, we’ve thought of various groups that might have been influential in Stockbridge’s history:

Tom Cannon the famous jockey who, at one point, had control over the Garlogs and Grosvenor Hotel and who rode many winners at Stockbridge’s racecourse.

Tom Parker the man behind Stokes Garage on the High Street and a local visionary being involved in many local projects in his time here.

Lester Whitemoor who was the Stockbridge Station Master from the 1940s through to its closure.

John Spedan Lewis who purchased Leckford Estate in 1928 when he was the retailer in Oxford Street, London.

King’s Somborne C of E School – Our new head-teacher

School governors are involved in many aspects of school life,

but perhaps one of the most significant tasks that they might be required undertake is the need to recruit a new head-teacher. In November 2011, this was the challenge that presented itself to the governors at King’s Somborne school, following Mr Winning’s decision to retire at the end of the academic year. I am delighted to be able to share with the broader community that in March 2012, following a very comprehensive recruitment and selection process we appointed Mrs Julie Way as our new head-teacher. There was therefore an inadvertent significance a couple of months later, behind one of the local press headlines about the schools successful OfSTED inspection which was entitled ‘Winning Ways’ !!

Mrs Way will join the school at the start of the new academic year in September and has been able to spend some time during the last few months getting to know the school, meeting children, staff, parents and governors.

We consider ourselves very fortunate to have been able to secure the appointment of such a high calibre candidate. Mrs Way brings a wealth of

experience in Foundation, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, to the role. This has been gained in a variety of roles including: international overseas school leadership positions, head of teacher training at University College Plymouth, in addition to primary school leadership and teaching experience as head-teacher, deputy head, class teacher and as an LSA. The experience and qualities that Mrs Way brings to this role will enable us to build on our ‘winning years’ and the strong foundations of ‘a good school with outstanding features’ to become an outstanding school in all aspects. We look forward to welcoming Mrs Way to King’s Somborne CofE School and I am sure that she will take the opportunity to introduce herself to readers in another article during the autumn term.

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A highlight of the month was the Class 3 trip to London, which

took place in June. Pupils, staff and governors travelled to Tower Hamlets to visit the Marion Richardson School following on from their visit to Wherwell in March. For many the journey up to London was as much part of the adventure as the time at the host school. The children were all very excited when they assembled on a bright, sunny morning at Winchester Station. Mr Dellar and some of his pupils met us at Waterloo Station and guided us across London using the Underground and the Docklands Light Railway, even fitting in a brief photo opportunity at the Olympic Stadium. “ Is that a real palace?” exclaimed George, as we turned a corner and saw their four storey building of red brick towering above us. “Of course it is a real palace!” replied Ruby. Built in 1907 and now a Grade II listed building with nearly 500 pupils, the children were quick to notice the physical differences in comparison to our own rural school of 115 children. Some of the boys were very concerned to realise that the school had no field at all but they quickly relaxed when they spotted football being played on the other side of the playground. Others noticed that there was no woodland to explore or pond area to investigate, however they enjoyed playing on the climbing wall and exploring the playground trails and apparatus. Wherwell School PTA now have a shopping list of playground apparatus to get fundraising for! Any uncertainties about being in a large, urban school and any cultural differences

were quickly overcome as the children from both classes were soon chatting, running around and playing as if they were old friends. With both schools having the same blue uniform it soon became hard to tell which children belonged to which class. Almost too soon it was time to head home so goodbyes were said and promises made to continue with the exchange visits in the coming year.

Class 3’s teacher Mrs Collins, who organised the trip and whose cousin teaches at the Marion Richardson School, said of the day out “The children were so excited about the trip that, in order to make sure that it went ahead, they organised a cake sale to raise money towards the cost of the travel. We are all really proud of our children and how well they coped with the long day and with being in different environment”.

In the last half term of the school year the children were involved in many different activities both in school and offsite. Details of the things going on are on the school website along with photos and recent newsletters so do have a look. www.wherwell.hants.sch.uk

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Following the brilliant, blasting finale to the first season of the Somborne

Sessions provided by power rock trio Virgil and the Accelerators (if you were there, you will certainly remember it!), our second season begins in slightly quieter style.

Cocos Lovers are a Kent- based band, fast becoming a favourite on the UK festival scene. Slick, multi- instrumental, with great harmonies and glorious melodies, the band plays a mix of traditional folk, African and Eastern rhythms, and with a touch of Deep South USA thrown in as well. An intriguing mix, this is another high quality act that the Sessions are really pleased to welcome to the Sombornes.

Cocos Lovers are performing at King’s Somborne Village Hall on

Saturday 22 September 2012. Doors open at 7.30 for an 8 pm start. As usual, tickets are £10 each if bought in advance either via Pay Pal on the web site (www.sombornesessions.co.uk) or from Doug Stammers on 01794 389192. (£12 on the door if seats still available.) The Village Hall is just off the main A3057 road running through King’s Somborne village. The postcode is SO20 6PP.

Keep an eye on local press for details of future acts in the Somborne Sessions 2012- 13 season, or check out the web site for information on what’s coming up at your local venue bringing you the best of live music at a great price.

Stockbridge AmateurDramatic Society - SADS

Theatres in Shakespeare's time were open-air affairs, but even the Swan

of Avon would have struggled with the atrocious weather the summer has been throwing at us. That's why the production by the Stockbridge Amateur Dramatic Society of Much Ado About Nothing which I attended on July 7th was switched at the last minute from its outside venue at the Burrow in Longstock to Stockbridge Town Hall.

Despite the change of plan, the 19 strong cast delivered a stellar performance of one of the Bard's best-loved comedies to a full house. Director Barry Webb had set the play in the Roaring 20s, a period that suits the plot twists and coruscating language of the Elizabethan text. There are many ensemble scenes in

this play, and director and cast are to be congratulated for making maximum use of the available space, with actors sprinting up the aisles to make their entrances. It would be wrong to highlight individual performances, but Vanessa Sharpe as the feisty Beatrice and Anthea Coulson as the bumbling watchman Dogberry were both outstanding.

It was a also very heartening to note the large proportion of younger people in the audience. Shakespeare has a reputation for being difficult, but to see a play brought to life by a group as talented and dedicated as this is a joy.

SADS autumn production will be an English translation of Jean Anouilh's Ring Around the Moon in late November.

Theatre on the lawnat Norton Park

Following the success of last year’s inaugural open air theatre productions

Norton Park near Winchester is delighted to once again present ‘Theatre on the Manor House Lawn’ with two superb performances by Heartbreak Productions. Opening the event on the 16th August is Shakespeare’s magnificent ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ followed on the 17th August by one of the classic children’s’ tales ‘The Railway Children’.

Much Ado About Nothing’ – doors open at 6.30pm. performance starts at 7.30pm. ‘The Railway Children’ – doors open 5.30pm, performance starts 6.30pm. Cost: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ – all tickets £15. ‘The Railway Children’ - Adults: £15. Under 16s: £10. Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children): £45 includes parking and complimentary tea and coffee during the interval. Come and see the performances at: Norton Park, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, SO21 3NB

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HampshireOPEN STUDIOS 2012

Saturday 18th - Monday 27th AugustLast year’s event remembered Wendi Watson’s years of hard work. This year we hope to

build on that and make the 2012 Open Studios a memorable county-wide exhibition and a real success for both the artists and you, the art enthusiast.

In Hampshire we have some of the most of gifted amateur and professional artists, sculptors, potters, and craftspeople that you can find. So look for the pink direction

arrows; they will guide you to the artist’s door where you can enjoy a wide variety of art forms from first time exhibitors to emerging newcomers and well known professionals.

There is some great art out there, go out and find it.

OVER 180 VENUES TO VISITThe artists have opened their studios and homes to showcase their work and hope you will buy as well as admire. Take this opportunity to acquire an original. Talk to the artists,

photographers, jewellers, potters and makers.

Look for the PINK direction arrows.

I hope you enjoy your grand tour of Hampshire, find some new corners that you didn't know and revisit some that you know well. We all hope that it will be a voyage of

discovery, both of the county and the wonderful Arts and Crafts that can be found here.

Without your support this event would not happen, so, thank you.

Look out for the Hampshire Open Studios brochure available from libraries etc.or go to www.hampshireopenstudios.co.uk for full information on venues


28 | Recipe of the Month

Summer Vegetableswith Haloumi Cheese

METHOD Set the oven 180C. On an oiled/buttered baking tray, lay out the mushrooms and

sprinkle with some of the herbs. Roast briefly until just soft; season with salt and

pepper. Repeat this process with each vegetable until all have been cooked. You can also use either round slices of aubergine or artichoke hearts. All slices should be about 3mm thick . Use a very sharp knife or a mandoline.

Use either a terrine or ramequins, or tea cups (no mug!), one per person. Butter or oil them. Layer the vegetables and then put in a layer of cheese slices, top off with further layers of vegetables. Make sure that you slice the haloumi cheese thinly. You can use feta cheese, but it’s not as good; you do need a very hard cheese, which does not melt easily. Pack carefully and cover with foil. Next put in a tray with water (Bain-marie) and cook for 30 minutes. When cooked and almost cold, press down gently to remove any excess liquid from inside your vegetable terrine.

Put in the fridge to cool.

DRESSING • 250ml yoghurt• Fresh finely chopped mint• Juice of 1 lemon• A touch of cumin or coriander• Salt and pepperPlace everything in a bowl, mix with a stick blender, taste, strain through a sieve. The dressing is now ready to serve with the terrine.

• 1 dessert spoon finely chopped garlic• 1 dessert spoon finely chopped rosemary (no stem) leaves only• 1 dessert spoon ground cumin or coriander seeds• 1 dessert spoon chopped fresh thyme • A cup of clarified butter or olive oil• Salt/pepper• 4 large black mushrooms sliced in three round discs each• 2 medium courgettes, sliced lengthwise, about 5/6 slices each. Do not use the first and last slices with the skin as they are the wrong shape• 1 tin of peeled red peppers (quick option) 4 peeled peppers needed• 3mm slices aubergine or artichoke hearts • Haloumi cheese thinly sliced

WANT TO LEARN TO COOK?The Clos Du Marquis has an excellent cookery school run by its own skilled French chef Germain Marquis. Mr Marquis truly enjoys explaining and preparing French food with a whole variety of clients, and his courses have been highly acclaimed. Different topics are available to suit everyone’s choice. It is fun to cook. For more informationon Clos Du Marquis cookery lessonsvisit: www.closdumarquis.co.uk orcall: 01264 810 738

INGREDIENTS

Cost: 2/10 Difficulty: 2/10 Serves: 4/6

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DISCOVER AWARD WINNINGF I S H E R T O N M I L L

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a fortnightly changing menu & healthy choices for children

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FABULOUSDAY OUT

108 Fisherton Street . Salisbury . SP2 7QY Tues - Fri 10am-5pm Sat 9.30am - 5.30pm01722 500200

As recommended in The Times www.fishertonmill.co.uk

an exciting mix of paintings, drawings, printmaking & sculpture on display

7th july - 25th augustsummer showcase

Thyme & Tides, Stockbridge High Street Tel: 01264 810101 www.thymeandtidesdeli.co.uk

August at Thyme & TidesDelicious vine and mini cherry plum tomatoes

from the Isle of Wight•

Findlater's gourmet dips including, wilted spinach and ricotta, coconut satay and roasted red pepper

ManMeatFire dressings and marinades perfect for meat and fish, choose from hot ginger, wasabi teriyaki, piri

piri braai, chimichurri and barbecue•

new from Ginger's Kitchen, single portion gourmet meals and delicious salad pots, choose from zesty thai noodle, new potato with chorizo, smoked paprika and

parsley or tabouleh with wild rice!

Thyme & Tides - the principle sponsors of this year's Trout & About

Sunday 5th August.

Saturday 11th, 18th and 25th AugustRobin Coles and his team at The Baker Boys will be outside the deli selling their amazing

breads, scones, cakes and buns.Just another reason to visit Thyme & Tides

this August...

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30 | Community News


Our man at the Olympics

For someone working in the sports and cultural sector the London Bid to stage the Olympics was like winning the lottery – mixed feelings of huge pleasure, fear and expectations which bound you

into the wonderful ambition of doing something BIG on a GLOBAL scale in the UK. Yes, as usual we joked about it, finding many things to laugh about including our never ending carping about the cost, legacy, and traffic. The long lead-in time was essential to deliver the ambition but in some ways it made us all feel that it was a "long way off", hence we could forget about it, thinking more about England's football prospects, tennis and the Queen’s Jubilee. But when the "flame" arrived in the South West of England and the "torch relay" with its many human stories started, suddenly it was on our doorstep with thousands of people turning out in the rain. When, nearly two years ago I applied to join up as a volunteer for the Games the prospect seemed fairly unreal - it was done online, seemed straightforward and then went completely silent. Eventually I was interviewed by a very pleasant young man, after which I again heard nothing for many months until I was asked to attend a fairly large training event at Wembley Arena - this was more like a festival with Eddie Izzard doing a turn and several thousand people struggling through the snow. This experience did two things for me; one was to show me in very practical terms that the whole of the UK seemed to have volunteered - people of all ages, colours and experiences were brought together for this single purpose. The second was more direct, in that I was just one of several thousand people, having to take instructions and buckle down to "doing what I was told". The people who were doing the training were impressive, in that it was done efficiently often by people who had been involved in previous Games. The "Gamesmakers"-us volunteers- were now being distributed,

uniformed and slotted into jobs involving everything from venue management, cleaning & catering, to looking after the "Olympic family"- a truly complex undertaking! So on a recent rainy Sunday afternoon it was time to have my first real insight into what I had let myself into. I walked through the glass canyons of Westfield gradually getting closer to the Olympic Park. We went through the now all too familiar routines imported from any major international airport, supervised it seemed by very young looking members of the uniformed services. Once through I was struck by the sheer scale of what was before me. The stadium, the lanes of white walkways, Anish Kapoor’s fantastic construction, the Aquatics Centre, with the first ever bespoke Water Polo arena and more. The Hampshire trees looked great - I think Hillers got the contract for this and the landscaping looks really well established after all the rain! It was too much to take in as well as trying to find where I was supposed to go - I with two others walked to various entrances only to be re-directed to other places. It will certainly take me a few more visits to the site to get familiar with just where everything is - my only hope is that I will find my destination when I do my first morning shift! I was struck that the senior venue people that spoke to us had strong Australian accents -yes they had first-hand experience of the Sydney Games. On moving finally into the areas I would be working in, two senior people went over the detail of what I was expected to do, were knowledgeable, appreciative, kind and very human.

I had a real sense of being a young boy again on the first day of secondary school - confused but excited as to what is yet to come. Yinnon Ezra, MBE

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BEER FESTIVALAUGUST BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND25TH - 27TH

• 15 REAL ALES• 5 REAL CIDERS• LIVE MUSIC AND HOG ROAST

Our beautiful walled beer garden will be the perfect setting to enjoy some of the delightful micro brewery ales and ciders available in Hampshire and Dorset as well as some of the favourites from around the country.

Visit us at Facebook/TallyHo for details of our Quiz Nights, Live Music Events and Tudor Pizza �ursdays

THE TALLY-HO! INNTHE TALLY-HO! INN

NEW MENUSTARTS SATURDAY 21ST JULYOur fantastic new menu which is inspired by fresh seasonal ingredients has been specially created by award winning Chef Ryan Lamb to utilise the abundance of locally available quality produce. Don’t worry, his signature Cheese Sou�é is staying on the menu!

To see our full menu and special o�ers call or email us. As we are more often than not fully booked, please call to avoid disappointment 01794 301 280

GOURMET BURGER NIGHT EVERY MONDAY To ensure that we o�er variety and choice to a high standard we have selected certain days of the week to produce di�erent inspired ranges for example Monday is Gourmet Burger Night, where you can choose from a selection of handmade burgers made from locally sourced meat like Broughton Bu�alo!

TO BOOK A TABLE CALL: 01794 301 280THE TALLY-HO! INN, HIGH STREET, BROUGHTON, HAMPSHIRE, SO20 8AA


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The GreyHound, Broughton is open for business

O�ering a traditional pub menu of home cooked food•

Sunday Carvery •

Extensive kids menu•

Curry and a free drink on Wednesdays•

Take Away Menu 12 noon – 10pm Monday to Saturday. Buy any 2 take away meals and get a bottle of wine for £9.95.

Pool Table – free on Mondays2 for 1 cocktails – Fridays (6 – 8 pm)

Get in contact about Quiz Nights, Karaoke and upcoming Music Events

T H E G R E Y H O U N D H I G H S T R E E T B R O U G H T O N H A M P S H I R E S O 2 0 8 A A

Tel: 01794 301714 or email [email protected]

THE GREYHOUNDBROUGHTON

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Local watercress, tomatoes, rhubarb, honey, eggs and other seasonal produce.______________________

Locally made ice cream, home made cakes, home made soup, coleslaw, potato salad and more______________________

Charcoal, local sustainable logs and kindling. ______________________

Beccy s GreengrocersBeccy s GreengrocersOpen Mondays – SaturdaysHigh Street, StockbridgeTel: 01264 810650

,,QUALITY FRUIT & VEGETABLES

FRESH CUT FLOWERS

LOCALLY SMOKED FISH

TEL: 01264 811428 [email protected] END KITCHENWARE, HIGH STREET, STOCKBRIDGE, HAMPSHIRE, SO20 6EU

BIGGEST EVER AUGUST SALEAt Lane End Kitchenware, Stockbridge

We are having a huge clearance sale. Don’t miss this opportunity to pick up some real bargains! It’s all good

quality cookware, but we’re itching to make space for some new exciting purchases in the Autumn.

So get down here fast for:Up to 75% off discontinued stock from leading brands

50% off selected Fermob outdoor furniture50% off Cristel saucepans

35% off cookbooks25% off Joseph Joseph gadgets

And you can enter our prize draw to win a beautiful Dunoon mug of your choice if you cut out this advert and bring it into the shop

(no purchase necessary, terms & conditions apply).

Mountbatten school pupils, Beata Dunne and Emily White, have

triumphed in a regional cookery competition held between secondary schools in Hampshire and West Sussex. In total, eight top young cooks aged between 12-14 years from Hampshire and West Sussex battled it out at the finals to become the 2012 Create and Cook competition champions. With ingredients from the South Downs and Sussex coast, Hampshire’s chalk-fed streams, farms and fruit orchards, all the young cooks had designed menus which showcased their region’s local produce, which is the focus of the Create and Cook Competition. The final was held at Newlyns Farm Cookery School near Hook.

The winning duo, Beata and Emily from The Mountbatten School in Romsey wowed the

Hampshire has bestyoung cooks

judges with their delicious Rosary goats’ cheese and red onion tart followed by a crème brulee with homemade shortbread and berries. Phil Ponsonby, Chief Operating Officer for Food Retail at the Southern Co-operative, which sponsors the competition said: "It was very difficult to judge as the standard from all schools was so high but on the day, Emily and Beata were our overall winners as their menu was cooked to perfection.”

Beata and Emily won £1,000 for their school food technology department, a framed copy of their recipes which have been professionally styled and photographed and a master class with Executive Chef Andy Mackenzie, one of the founders of the competition, in his kitchen at Lainston House Hotel near Winchester. Download all the finalist’s recipes at www.fit2cook.co.uk.


34 | The Home / Community News

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Designer & maker of fine furniture to commission

Mucking out is one of the messiest and smelliest jobs at a wildlife

hospital and the arrival of dozens of baby hedgehogs over the past few weeks means carers are being swept off their feet.

“It’s just been too wet for the adults – there’s a lot of sickly ones around – they’re just not strong enough to care for their young and we have been inundated with orphans,” said Kristy Willis, wildlife clinical assistant, one of only three staff at HART Wildlife Rescue.

“Hedgehogs like it to be damp so they can forage for slugs but it’s just too sodden for them to find food – some of their nests are getting flooded too. They like to nest in messy gardens and their babies are often discovered when people tidy up. It’s quite fitting that they like playing with a brush so

very regularly but curl up each time we try. Once they’ve been brought back to health and are clear of infections we often put them together with other non-siblings in groups. But it has been a struggle to find room for them all and without the help of our volunteers we wouldn’t be able to manage to clean out all the cages, feed and medicate them.

“If people find baby hogs they shouldn’t touch them unless they are completely sure the

Wildlife carers swept off their feet

much,” she added. Eight hoglets were brought to the centre at Medstead, near Alton, in one day last week. “Some of these little guys might not make it – they were probably only born last night and are very cold. We’re warming them up on a heat mat and have already started trying to feed and treat them. My friends don’t understand how I can take animals home and feed them through the night – but it’s normal for us here," said Kristy.

The young hedgehogs are fed a puppy formula for the first few weeks and are then moved on to rusks and later cat food.

“The hoglets don’t open their eyes for 14 days and are only able to curl up in a ball once they are 10 days old. This is the worst age for them to arrive with us as they need feeding

parents are not returning and please don’t feed them bread and milk – it’s an old wives’ tale. Bread is too bloating and they’re lactose intolerant so cow’s milk is bad for them.”

For more information about hedgehogs and the work of HART Wildlife Rescue, visit www.hartwildlife.org.uk

Perhaps mistaking the brush for their mum these three, orphaned hoglets take comfort in a clean dustpan while their cages are cleaned out.

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Hampshire OakCarpenters LtdTraditional Oak Framed Buildings

Unit 5, Frith Farm, Frith Lane, Wickham, PO17 [email protected]

Tel: 01329 835551

www.hampshireoak.co.uk

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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Frances Horn has been creating interiors for 25 years Room planning, concepts and schemes tailored to suit individual budgets

Fabrics, flooring, furniture, lighting, all soft furnishings Guidance to ensure that styles and materials chosen reflect the personality and lifestyle of each client.

The number of clients returning with new projects is testament to our personal approach and meticulous attention to detail.

Tel: 01264 333642 email: [email protected] www.fhidesign.com


36 | Useful Information

Houghton Parish Council A Young, Chairman Tel: 01794 388612Mrs L C Boulton, ClerkTel: 01794 301212

Broughton Parish Council T Jenner, ChairmanTel: 01794 301785Ms S Holder, ClerkTel: 01794 340130

Leckford Parish CouncilD B Gibbons, ChairmanTel: 08453 499341

Chilbolton Parish Council Alan Crisp, ChairmanTel: 01264 860641Mandy Amor, ClerkTel: 01264 860566

Kings Somborne Parish CouncilJohn Werrett, Chairman Tel: 01794 389311Peter Storey, Clerk Tel: 01794 389688

Little Somborne Parish CouncilMr F Hervey-Bathurst, Chairman Tel: 01794 388594

Wherwell Parish CouncilMrs J Andrews, Chairman Tel: 01264 860635Mrs E Blakemore, ClerkTel: 01264 860385

Stockbridge Primary SchoolStockbridge Primary SchoolOld London Road, StockbridgeHants, SO20 6EJ. Headteacher: Mrs Emma Jefferies: Tel: 01264 810550 [email protected]

Test Valley SecondarySchoolRoman Road, StockbridgeHampshire, SO20 6HATel: 01264 [email protected]

Broughton Primary School School Lane , Broughton Hampshire, SO20 8AN Tel: 01794 [email protected]

Kings’s Somborne C of E Primary School Nr Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6PN Head teacher:Mr Nick WinningTel: 01794 388381

Wallop Primary School School Lane, Nether Wallop Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 8EHTel: 01264 781216 [email protected]

Wherwell Primary SchoolWherwell, Andover, SP11 7JP Tel: 01264 860384

Royal Hampshire County HospitalWinchester, HampshireTel: 01962 863535

Romsey Hospital (No A&E)Winchester Hill, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 7ZA Tel: 01794 512343

Andover War Memorial Hospital (No A&E)Open 7 days a week for Minor Injuries - From 08:30-21:30.Charlton Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3LB Tel: 01264 358811

Stockbridge SurgeryNew Street, StockbridgeHampshire, SO20 6HGTel: 01264 810524 The surgery is open to patients on weekdays between the hours of 8.15am to 6.30pm. Closed lunchtimes between 12.45 and 13.45pm. Emergency calls will be taken during lunchtime. In addition the surgery is open on a Saturday morning 9am to 12.00pm and alternate Monday and Wednesday between 6.30 and 7.30pm. Appointments should be booked for the clinics. If there are any medical emergencies during our normal Monday to Friday working hours then please contact the surgery on Tel: 01264 810524. Outside these hours use the Out of Hours service which can be contacted on Tel: 0300 300 2012. Weekdays - Monday to Friday 6.30pm to 8am. Weekends - Friday 6.30pm to 8am Monday morning. Service also available on bank holidays.

District nurse: Tel: 01962 893560 Health visitor: Tel: 01962 763970www.stockbridgesurgery.co.uk

Stockbridge PharmacyHigh Street. Stockbridge.Hampshire. SO20 6EXTel: 01264 810624Tel: 01264 810967

Stockbridge Police Station Stockbridge Police Station is now located at Stockbridge Fire Station.For anu enquiries please ring:0845 045 45 45.

Andover Police Opens from 8am-10pm, seven days a week. Station enquiry staff will be able to assist you outside the Stockbridge police station opening times.

Emergency only (Ambulance, Fire, Police): Tel: 999

Electricity Emergency 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 08457 708090

Gas Emergency 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 0800 111 999

Water Emergency 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 0845 278 0845

Reporting a leak? Then call:Tel: 0800 820 999

Open 6 days a week 9am-6pm Mon-Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday, with 1hr lunch time closing each day between 1-2pm. www.stockbridgepharmacy.co.uk

Broughton Surgery Tel: 01794 301210 [email protected]

NHS Direct24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 0845 46 47

Stockbridge Osteopathic PracticeOsteopathy and Cranial Osteopathy. www.stockbridgeosteopathicpractice.comTel: 01264 810028

The River Dental & Cosmetic Clinic1 Clarendon Terrace, High Street, Stockbridge, SO20 6EY General and cosmetic dentistry of the highest standard, including state-of-the-art treatments unique to the area. Tel: 01264 810818 [email protected]

Hampshire County CouncilThe Castle, Winchester, SO23 8UJ Tel: 0800 028 0888

Test Valley Borough CouncilBeech Hurst, Weyhill RoadAndover, Hampshire, SP10 3AJTel: 01264 368000

Stockbridge Parish Council Mr S Sleap, ChairmanTel: 01264 811534Mr K Fell, Parish ClerkTel: 01489 877510

Longstock Parish CouncilDavid Burnfield, ChairmanTel: 01264 810529John Musters, ClerkTel: 01264 810459

Over Wallop Parish CouncilLindsay Murray-Twinn, ChairmanTel: 01264-781497Richard Waterman, ClerkTel: 01264-772460

EMERGENCY SERVICES

STOCKBRIDGE POLICE (NON-EMERGENCY)

SURGERIES & CHEMISTS

HOSPITALS

PARISH AND BOROUGH COUNCILS

SCHOOLS

Chilbolton Flood Advisory Committee Moya Grove Tel: 01264 860411Graham Kelly Tel: 01264 861020

Joyrides Shopping Bus John Muster Tel: 01264 810459

Community Responder Manley Henley Tel. 01264 810874

Cruse Bereavement Care We are a charity who offer free help and support to those who have been bereaved. Our contact details are: Helpline: 01264 336006

Scott Close HWRCWalworth Industrial EstateAndover, SP10 5NUTel: 01264 351421

Bunny Lane HWRCTimsbury (near Romsey)Tel: 01794 368548

RECYCLING

OTHER LOCAL SERVICES

Crawley Neighbourhood WatchFor Neighbourhood Watch enquiries contact: Alison Carey on: [email protected]

Chilbolton Neighbourhood WatchFor Neighbourhood Watch enquiries contact: Maria Watson Tel: 01264 860415

Longstock Neighbourhood Watch Charles Grieve Tel: 01264 810794

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH

Car/taxi share Run to a timetable but passengers need to book. Fares are similar to bus fares and over 60s can use their free bus pass if they have one. More information about Car-share and taxi-share schemes in Hampshire can be found at www.hants.gov.uk/passengertransport or call 01962 846785.

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BrookBUILDING SERVICES

A local family run business covering allaspects of building work

Call Lewis or Paul for a FREE no obligation quote on:

07799 66430807798 566424

[email protected]

Lower Brook - King's Somborne - Stockbridge - Hants

New Builds, Renovation & RestorationWe are a locally based company, interested in sustainable building practice, and therefore low energy housing etc.

We undertake, new-builds, extensions, and interior and exterior renovations. We are also specialists in the use of

lime-work, lime mortars, and lime- based repairs.

Experts in stone, flint, limestone and brick work with more than 35 years of experience. We also have joinery workshops and can

supply custom joinery to order.

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A new beginning for Gordon Ramsay Protegee, James Durrant

Summer 2012 heralded a new beginning for chef, James Durrant

who saw his life-long ambition come true when he bought, renovated and opened his own restaurant – The Plough Inn just outside of Andover in Hampshire (Longparish, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 6P – www.theploughinn.info)

A protégée of Gordon Ramsay, James worked within Gordon Ramsay Holdings for nine years, having started at Restaurant Gordon Ramsay as a Junior Sous Chef. James soon moved on to Gordon Ramsay at Claridge's as Senior Sous Chef and ended his long and successful career with the group as Executive Chef at Maze working directly in hand with Jason Atherton.

Along the way James has been instrumental in securing the success of these iconic restaurants working within a team that reached Michelin status more than once. It is this amalgamation of invaluable experience that has always driven James to wanting to open his own restaurant and following a brief makeover The Plough is now firmly open for business.Entirely in tune with what people want to eat James endeavours to deliver a menu to suit everyone where a

concise collection of seasonal dishes give a nod to James’ accomplished style offering starters such as fried duck egg, English asparagus, bacon and burnt butter vinaigrette and oak smoked sea trout, avocado, horseradish, Jersey royals, brown shrimp and caper dressing. Mains include braised shoulder of lamb, onion puree, red onions, salt marsh mutton, shepherd’s pie and pan fried bream, Jersey royals, baby squid, samphire, squid vinaigrette whilst desserts offer rhubarb sundae and vanilla rice pudding, raspberry jam, raspberry ripple ice cream

Now, with a young family in tow James actively sought to make a life for himself outside London but not too far. Trains direct from Waterloo can have you in Andover in an hour and taking a seat in The Plough after only a short ten minute taxi ride from the station.

Surrounded by a verdant garden, al fresco dining is firmly on the menu and ambitions to build rooms above the pub are soon to be realised.

An ideal spot for any day of the week, The Plough is an exciting opening for the South and a perfect example of where great cooking can be found beyond London – well worth the short trip out.

Harley Street Dentistry on your doorstep.To see for yourself give us a ring on 01264 810818 and

Richard would love to show you around and have a chat

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