Viewpoint September 2014
Viewpoint – Your Independent Local Magazine. Verwood, Ringwood, Fordingbridge, West Moors, Wimborne, Ashley Heath, St Ives, Alderholt
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Civil War day at Scaplen’s Court
Visitors to Scaplen’s Court in Poole will be transported back to the 17th century as part of a special Civil War Day. Personalities from Poole’s Civil War past will once again be inhabiting the rooms of this atmospheric 15th century building, located opposite Poole Museum. Visitors will meet a variety of characters in fully authentic…
Canadian Lancaster finally flies into Bournemouth
A Canadian World War Two Lancaster bomber has flown into Bournemouth airport along with the last remaining airworthy RAF Lancaster. The Canadian Lancaster, currently on a UK tour, suffered engine problems ahead of the Bournemouth Air Festival in August disappointing enthusiasts keen to see the two Lancasters flying together. The two planes arrived at the…
Pubs and clubs to close earlier to cut crime
Licensed premises in Weymouth have agreed to further reduce their opening hours following the success of the 5am closures introduced last year. Late night venues have agreed to close at 4am on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with a permanent commitment to close at 5am on Friday, Saturday and Monday. The aim is to create…
Calling all cyclists to support Bournemouth Heart Unit
Can you get on your bike to help your Heart Unit? Bournemouth Hospital Charity is offering all cycling enthusiasts the last chance to register for its brand new Pedal Power event taking place on Sunday 28 September. Pedal Power offers cyclists the choice of three different routes through the New Forest, all starting at the…
Poole Bridge Closes For Planned Maintenance
Poole Bridge will close for one week from Monday 22 September to enable pre-planned, essential maintenance to be carried out. The bridge will be closed to road traffic, including cyclists and pedestrians, from 7am. During the closure the Twin Sails Bridge will be operating as normal and there will be no significant disruption to marine…
Jazzing it up in aid of charity
Over £500 was raised for the Poole Hospital Africa Link Charity at a Dinner Jazz evening in the Italian Villa at Compton Acres recently. The Mayor of Bournemouth, Councillor Chris Mayne attended the event which was supported by a number of local businesses. Dame Yvonne Moores, patron and founder member of the Hospital Charity said…
Air Ambulance flies into Hurn later this month
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance will be flying into locations across Dorset and Somerset as part of an awareness campaign during National Air Ambulance Week. National Air Ambulance Week (NAAW) takes between 22–28 September and is an initiative put together by the Association of Air Ambulances (AAA) which unites not only air ambulance charities from…
Dogs on show will raise cash for local charity
Novelty, pedigree and obedience classes will offer something for every pooch, so put a date in your doggy diary and join the fun at the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) companion dog show on 27 September. It will be held at West Parley Memorial Hall, Christchurch Road, West Parley. Entries 9.30am, judging starts at…
Police dog Tango retires after successful career
Dorset Police is saying goodbye to one of its most well-known dogs who is retiring following a successful eight-and-a-half year canine career.