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Downton DirectoryTheThe March 2011

Issue No. 19

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Special Features...4 Motoring: Porsche Boxter Spyder

8 Special Wedding Feature

14 John Glen MP’s monthly update

16 Gadget Review: DIY Goes Digital

20 Kids Corner plus Monthly Competition

26 Local Clubs, Societies and Organisations

27 What’s On

30 Books to give Mum on Mother’s Day

34 Article: Making Extra Cash

36 Useful Telephone Numbers

37 Animal Wordsearch

38 Index and Puzzle Answers

Dear Readers,It’s that time of year when the weather starts to warm up and all those little DIY jobs that never quite got done over the winter months start to become more pressing. The garden is probably in need of some attention too and if you’re anything like me, spare time is something you don’t have much of. So where can you fi nd some friendly, local tradesmen eager to wave their magic wand and put everything right in a jiffy. Look no further! This magazine is packed with businesses who’d love to help.

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What’s white, has two protruding humps and goes like the clappers? No, not Katie Price, silly, it’s this of

course, the Porsche Boxster Spyder. Sorry, that really was uncalled for, especially when we’re in the presence of an all-time great… because that’s exactly what the Boxster Spyder is.At fi rst some people might fi nd it hard to work out what the point of it is. Porsche has stripped it of most niceties – like door handles – and it does without an electric roof, replaced instead by a rudimentary piece of canvas and cling fi lm stapled to the bodywork. Even Porsche admits only around 100 will fi nd homes in the UK each year.But then you get behind the wheel and everything instantly makes sense. This Porsche is a driver’s dream and on the incredible Welsh roads where we tested the Boxster it was a sheer delight.At fi rst it feels twitchy, on edge, alive. The steering has so much feel, it’s light and wriggles in your hands – and that takes some time to get used to. But settle in, tune into the sensations and feedback this stunning Spyder is transmitting and it rewards you with a drive of your life.Power comes in linear and fast. That 3.4-litre, 320bhp unit is a gem and, coupled with the Spyder diet, produces impressive performance fi gures. The sprint to 60mph is dispatched in 5.1 seconds and the way it translates that power

into forward momentum so easily will have you beaming from ear to ear.What makes the Spyder so good is the fact it can utilise every single one of its 320 horses, effi ciently and effectively. Higher-powered sports cars will out-drag it on the straights, but point the Porsche towards some twisties and it’ll keep up with pretty much anything. We just wish it sounded more potent – the sports exhaust option is a must.However, it’s not just about what’s under that shapely hood. This car looks positively stunning too. In the ice white paintwork our test car came in, it was a crowd-gatherer and those two rear humps behind the headrests have a distinct air of Carrera GT about them.We even managed to nail taking that ‘roof’ off. Yes, it is more complicated than an electric set-up, but with practise we got the process down to about two minutes. Fair enough that’s not exactly quick – and you wouldn’t want to get caught in a downpour – but the hood is where Porsche has achieved most of the weight saving.The biggest problem we can see with this Porsche though is the name. The ‘Boxster’ part in its title just doesn’t fi t. This car is good enough – and unique enough – to have earned its own name altogether. It’s a brilliant piece of engineering and one of the all-time Porsche greats – why then, hasn’t the maker christened it properly?

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Adaptations can easily provide a way for you to stamp your own style and personality on any vintage piece. Using classic make-up and hair styling can help to achieve the full period look, but as an alternative, adopting a more modern style can marry two periods together and work exceptionally well.With that in mind, you can carry forward the ideas of ‘something old, something new’, when choosing accessories. A tiara from the 1920s can sit happily alongside contemporary earrings.For those who love modern styles and who would not - even for a minute - entertain the idea of anything other than a sparkling new gown, Vera Wang’s latest collection of creations will suit perfectly. As a designer whose creations have been worn by numerous celebrities over the years, Wang’s wedding dresses have consistently been big news. And the reason for her longevity? Her pieces are classic, elegant and chic. The perfect formula for the modern bride to fall in love with.

And then there’s Frank Usher’s exciting bridal range which is tailored towards the bride-to-be who requires simple, elegant styling. His new ‘Destination Bridal’ collection is ideal for those marrying in an exotic location; but of course, this will work just as well for a summer wedding at home. For a modern dress, with sleek lines and ultra chic style, this new collection is well worth a look.Undoubtedly, the decision of which dress to choose just became harder albeit in a good way,

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I returned home feeling that there are grounds for optimism that the task of transferring responsibility for their own security to the Afghan people is progressing. In the meantime, I have gained a whole new respect and admiration for the contribution of our Armed Forces.

Having a voice on matters of national and international relevance is not a responsibility I take lightly. In the last month or so in parliament, I have also taken the opportunity to speak up on discipline and standards in our schools, preventing poverty in early childhood from becoming a lifelong condition – as well as a whole range of issues that are important to me and to my constituents.

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When we were little, we thought that by the time we grew up we’d have robots and lasers. We were right, but the lasers and robots aren’t where we thought they would be. Instead of frying our enemies we’re using them to hang pictures, vacuum the dining room and mow the lawn. Today, even our tools are becoming high-tech.

Your local DIY emporium probably has more lasers than Darth Vader’s Death Star. There are laser spirit levels, laser range fi nders, laser tape measures and there are even jigsaws that use lasers to show you where to cut. If you’d rather not spend more than £20 on a spirit level, why not install one on your phone? The free iHandy Carpenter Level for Apple’s iPhone uses your phone’s built-in gyroscope to tell you whether something’s fl at. It isn’t as accurate as a real spirit level, but if you only need a quick guide then you can’t argue with free. Don’t have an iPhone? Spirit Level Pro does the same thing on Google-powered Android phones such as the HTC Desire.

You wouldn’t expect paint companies to make gadgets, but they do: Dulux has the PaintPod, and Hammerite has the MetalMaster. Both promise to make DIY easier. The £69 PaintPod is a closed system that sends just enough paint to the integrated roller, and it automatically cleans itself when you’re fi nished. It works fairly well and vastly reduces the mess most of us make when we’re repainting the house.Hammerite’s MetalMaster isn’t so successful. It’s an electrostatic paint gun that costs around £50 and promises to take the drudgery out of painting metal such as furniture, railings and so on. However, a quick scan of review sites such as reviewcentre.com paints a fairly sad picture, with customers complaining that it takes longer than a paintbrush and isn’t particularly well made.

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a toolbox and a transformer, the Power8 Workshop is the answer: its lurid lime green case transforms into a work bench and includes halogen lighting, a drill, a screwdriver, a circular saw and a jigsaw. There’s also an integrated fast charger to keep the tools’ batteries topped up. At £289.90 it’s on the pricey side, but there’s no doubt it offers convenience, easy transportation and easy storage for your stuff.

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The trouble with multi-tools is that they still expect you to do the work. Wouldn’t it be great if you could get robots to do the DIY for you? We’re not quite there yet, but there are plenty of robots to help around the house. Robot vacuum cleaners such as iRobot’s Roomba a n d Samsung’s Navibot have

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See Fireman Sam at the City Hall15th April 2011 - 2.00pm Yes, the hero next door is back in a brand new show live on stage... Pontypandy Rocks!Join Fireman Sam, and all his friends, as Pontypandy hosts its fi rst ever music festival!Station Offi cer Steele has booked a surprise guest star to perform at the festival, it’s a big secret. With so much to plan and prepare Norman Price and Mandy Flood are told to stay out of mischief but Naughty Norman is determined to fi nd out who the secret superstar guest will be... at any cost.

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Tiny Tots Toddler and Baby GroupHeld every Wednesday (during term ti me) at Radnor Village Hall, Bodenham from 9.45am to 11.45am. £1.50 per family. Lot’s of acti viti es and fun. For more informati on, call Suzie on 07704 23012 or Vanessa on 01722 504457.

Redlynch Social ClubFrom 1st April our new opening ti mes will be 4pm on Fridays and 5pm Monday to Thursdays. Saturday and Sundays 12pm. New members welcome. Bingo every Monday evening at 7.30pm. Come and watch Sky Sports or join our regular Quiz evenings - next one is Thursday 3rd March at 8.30pm. £1 per player in support of Help for Heroes. For further info call 01725 511281.

Downton Evening WIMeeti ngs are held on the third Monday of each month at 7.30pm. Venue has now changed to the Band Hall, Gravel Close, Downton. 21st March - Annual General Meeti ng. For more informati on contact Edna Pike on 01725 511332.

Redlynch & District WIMeeti ngs are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 2.15pm, Morgans Vale & Woodfalls Village Hall. 9th March - ‘Pots for the Pati o Gardener’, Speaker: Maureen Hinton. Trading Table: Toiletry items. Contact Val on 01725 510850 for more info.

Odstock, Nunton & Bodenham WIMeeti ngs are held on the second Monday of each month at 10.00am, Radnor Hall, Bodenham. 14th March - AGM. For further informati on, contact Elizabeth Cutt er on 01725 511870.

Alderbury WIMeeti ngs are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 2.15pm at Alderbury Village Hall. Visitors are most welcome.

£3 admission for non-members, includes refreshments.

Longwater Tai ChiThe soft fl owing movements of tai chi and chi gung can be practi sed by people of all ages and abiliti es. The low-impact exercises are excellent for health and healing. Classes and half day weekend workshops held in Downton Memorial Hall. Classes also held in Wilton, Fordingbridge and Salisbury. For beginners informati on please call Jane Launchbury or Patrick Foley on 01725 514546 or visit www.longwatertaichi.co.uk.

Avon Valley Archaeological Society (AVAS)2nd March - Meeti ng: The history and development of the New Forest Airfi elds. Speaker: John Levesey, Trustee and Secretary of The Friends of the New Forest. Meeti ng fees:- Members £1, Visitors £3. Annual subscripti on:- Adult £10, full-ti me student £5. Enquiries to the Chairman, Mark Vincent, 01425 473677 or The Hon Secretary, C.W. Atkinson, 01722 326978.

Wutan Tai ChiHeld at Salisbury School. New sessions for beginners at the Spinal Unit Gym at Salisbury Hospital on Monday evenings between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Free introductory session for newcomers. Ten week course costs £65. For more info contact Marti n Bayne on 07973 264429, email marti n@marti nbayne.orangehome.co.uk or visit www.wutan-marti alarts.co.uk.

Accord Social Group 50+ SinglesWe are a friendly group of people who meet up weekly at The New Inn, New Street in Salisbury and regularly organise meals, theatre, walks, garden visits etc. For more informati on contact Ann on 01722 338256 or Alan on 01722 327665. Please note we are NOT a dati ng agency.

Downton Band Concert Sunday 6th March - 3.00pmSt. Laurence’s Church, DowntonCome along and enjoy music from the Downton Band together with a Cream Tea. Tickets £7.50 from Beverley’s Cakes or on the door. For more info call Sue on 01725 511402.

Hollywood/Bollywood Quiz NightFriday 11th March - 7.30pm Downton Primary SchoolEnjoy a fun evening and dress up if you want to! This is an adult Quiz Night - Tickets £10 (which includes a curry) available from the school offi ce the week before. Prize for the winning team plus Raffl e. For more info call 01725 510519.

The Magic of Song Friday 18th March - 7.30pmThe Blackledge Theatre, The Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury SP1 2RADun Valley Singers and Band present “The Magic of Song”. A fundraising concert in aid of Breakthrough Breast Cancer, Salisbury and New Forest North Branch. Admission by ti cket only - £8 (includes a complimentary glass of wine). For further info call 01722 712681 or 01794 390678. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Quiz Night Friday 18th March - 7.30pmSandleheath Scout Centre, Stati on Road, Sandleheath, SP6 1PFFundraising Quiz night in aid of 22nd World Scout Jamboree Sweden 2011. Teams of 4 - 6 people. Tickets £7.50 per head in advance (includes light supper). Available from 01725 510397. Bring your own drink and glasses. Quizmasters: Keith Harris and John Savage.

Wilton House Antiques Fair4th, 5th, 6th March - 10.30am to 5.00pmWilton House, Wilton, Nr Salisbury SP2 0BJWilton House holds it’s 34th Annual Anti ques Fair. This event att racts anti que dealers and visitors from all over the country. With most items to the 1920’s and nothing later than the 1940’s, the Fair has a wide range of stands selling silver, carpets, miniatures, furniture, glass, pictures, maps, engravings and chinese ceramics. Entrance is £5. For more informati on call Wilton House on 01722 746700 or visit www.wiltonhouse.com.

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The Lady who was Beautiful Inside by Edward Monkton A lovely little picture book from the creator of those wonderfully witty (and slightly mad) greetings cards. With a simple story about a lady whose radiance turns winter into spring and causes flowers to spring up in her footsteps – this is sweet and stylish, and with the usual hand written lettering and line drawings, it’s ideal for little ones to give on Mother’s Day.

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Mother’s Day is almost upon us, and what better way to say ‘thank you’ than with the thoughtful gift of a book. We’ve put together a few of the best to give Mum on her special day.

BOOKS TO GIVE TO MUM ON MOTHER’S DAYDear Mum, From You to Me concept by Neil Coxon Ever wondered what your mum was like as a child or how your parents met? Here’s something totally different for Mother’s Day which will answer all those unanswered questions. Not so much reading material than a little project, this lovely hardback book is packed full with leading questions such as: How did you feel when you found out you were pregnant with me? What was the first piece of music you bought? And what one piece of advice would you offer me? Here is a chance to record your

mum’s memories and reveal the book within, something which she’ll enjoy creating which will be treasured by all her loved ones.

The Happiness Project by Gretchen Craft Rubin Gretchen had everything to be happy for; a successful career, two lovely children and a happy marriage – but she wasn’t satisfied, so she decided to do something about it. Starting on January 1st, the author takes a proactive approach to improving her life – from sleeping more and whinging less, to developing herself spiritually, educationally and philosophically. Easy to read and thought-provoking, ‘The Happiness Project’ is charming, funny and truly inspirational.

Chicken Soup for the Mother’s Soul by Marci Shimoff, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, & Jennifer Read Hawthorne From the best selling series comes a collection of heart-warming, true stories recollecting the defining moments of motherhood - from birth and adoption stories to miracle tales and how it feels to watch them fly the nest and become parents of their own. This book guarantees tears and laughter, for anyone who has been a mother.

How Not to Be The Perfect Mother by Libby Purves A refreshing take on the usual parenting guide, Radio 4’s Libby Purves has created a humorous and matter-of-fact manual to help with the ups and downs of motherhood. Ideal for any new(ish) mum, this book is a light-hearted and realistic tome of advice

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The Lady who was Beautiful Inside by Edward Monkton A lovely little picture book from the creator of those wonderfully witty (and slightly mad) greetings cards. With a simple story about a lady whose radiance turns winter into spring and causes flowers to spring up in her footsteps – this is sweet and stylish, and with the usual hand written lettering and line drawings, it’s ideal for little ones to give on Mother’s Day.

1001 Little Beauty Miracles by Esme Floyd This beauty bible is jam packed with hints and tips for any lady in need of some TLC. From covering blemishes and making thin hair look thick to dealing with unmentionables such as facial hair, the pages are packed with practical and simple advice.Release your Mum’s inner glamour-puss with this fantastic book - she’ll be sure to thank you for it!

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CHEMISTSDownton Pharmacy ............................................ 01725 510388

CHURCHESDownton Baptist Church ................................... 01725 510215Downton Methodist Church ............................ 01722 334833St. Laurence’s Parish Church ........................... 01725 510326Woodfalls Methodist Church .......................... 01725 513819

COMPUTER REPAIRSITOLOGY .................................................................. 01725 511588

DOCTORS SURGERIESDownton Surgery ................................................ 01725 510296Whiteparish Surgery .......................................... 01794 884269

EMERGENCY NUMBERSGas Emergency Service ...................................... 0800 111 999Bournemouth & West Hampshire Water ... 01202 590059Wessex Water Sewage Floodline .............. 0845 850 5 959Wessex Water Leakstoppers ....................... 0800 692 0 692Wiltshire Police (minor crimes only) ........ 0845 408 7000

GENERALDownton Leisure Centre .................................. 01725 513668Downton Library ...................................................01725 511003Downton Link ........................................................ 01725 513807Downton Minibus & Taxi Service......................................................01725 511245 / 07979 896477Hampton Park Vets ................ 01725 511492 / 01722 416245Odeon Cinema, Salisbury ...............................0871 224 4007RSPCA Cruelty Line ............................................ 0300 1234999Wilts & Dorset Bus Company ......................... 01722 336855

HELPLINESAlcohol DrinkLine (Advice and support)................................................................................... 0800 917 8282Carers (Advice and information for all carers)................................................................................... 0808 808 7777Childline ......................................................................... 0800 1111Citizens Advice Bureau .......0844 3752775/0300 4568375NSPCC .................................................................... 0808 800 5000

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SCHOOLSAlderbury & West Grimstead Primary School..................................................................................... 01722 710464Clearbury Children’s Centre............................. 01725 511459Downton Community Pre-School ....................01725 511178Downton Primary School .................................. 01725 510556Longford Primary School, Odstock ................01722 329701Morgans Vale & Woodfalls Primary School......................................................................................01725 510740The New Forest Primary School (KS1 Landford) .....................................................01794 390303The New Forest Primary School (KS2 Nomansland) .............................................01794 390380The Trafalgar School at Downton ................. 01725 550300Whiteparish All Saints Primary School .......01794 884420

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