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3 Welcome to the October edition of your local Andover & North Hampshire CONTENTS Gazette community magazine October already, wow it’s not long until 6-7 New Street Dental Care - How Christmas, is it? However, I expect nearly everyone will be thinking about what they will be doing for Halloween this month. Halloween can I remove staining from has been reported to be a bigger event in people’s social calendar than Firework night my teeth? in recent years. That’s good news for pets who find it a distressing time. We’ve got an article from Anton Vets with advice for your pets that will hopefully help to keep them calm (p54). Plus we’ve a Christmas 8 Real Life Law feature, great for those organising the office Christmas party or whoever has been allocated to arrange a group get together of old friends. Take a look at the many eateries with Christmas Menus this 11 Walworth Enterprise Centre year – have you booked yet? In this month’s issue we cover ‘Brits on Bikes’ for Enham Trust, the new George Yard Arch, Business Awards plus many more Community News including the wonderful story about Henry Gammon donating land 12-18 so the Andover War Memorial Hospital could be built where it is today. Read all about the recent road name ceremony in his honour on pages 14-15. 22 Oaktree Business Don’t forget to read our Education news, full of stories about our local schools and how they encourage our young people to learn Management launches free both life skills and to increase their knowledge. We are always happy to connect with local people whether it be Community or Education news, Local Events or Charity Fundraisers or whether you are a local app for businesses business looking to discuss their marketing strategy. Please do email us [email protected] to discuss your needs and how your local free community magazine can help you. 26-27 Approved businesses you can Have a wonderful October and remember the clocks go back the end of this month! trust Tracey 30-33 Health and well being READ ALL ABOUT IT! 34 Croombs Chartered Accounts Looking for help to publicise a community/charity event? Andover Gazette’s Facebook page has 2,425 - I don’t know where to start ‘LIKES’ and we post news daily, ideal for charitable organisations around the local area. Find us on https://www.facebook.com/ with my business andovernhampgazette and follow us on Twitter @AndoverNHampGaz 38-41 Christmas Feature To advertise please call Tracey Preston on 01264-316499 or 07775-927161 or 46-47 Service with a Smile e-mail [email protected] Advertisers have the benefit of our free in-house design for 50-51 Kids page their advertisements by a professional artwork and graphics team. Anton Vets - Remember Clients or agencies supplying artwork or images should send 54-55 JPGs or PDFs, 300 dpi minimum if actual size, or at a higher remember the fifth of resolution if smaller than the size required. COPY DATE FOR NEXT ISSUE - 7th OCTOBER 2016 November

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5 How can I remove staining from my teeth? There are two types of staining that can be on your teeth, one is from outside sources such as food and the other is from internal causes such as medications that you may have taken (like certain antibiotics as a child). There is not really anything that will change the colour of your teeth if it is caused by something internal. Most external staining is caused by Before • tea and • coffee after • red wine airflow • curry polishing by the • smoking hygienist What can you do about it? • The best way is to prevent it from happening in the first place by avoiding food and drink that cause the staining. (However this can be very difficult as most of the things that cause it are very tasty!) • You can try a whitening toothpaste or mouthwash but the ingredients that help with the whitening are regulated and sometimes aren’t strong enough to remove the staining. • The tooth whitening kits that you can get from the shop are not usually recommended by the dentist as the trays do not fit you properly and allow the stronger whitening ingredients to leak out of the trays and can cause damage to your gums. • Your hygienist can remove most surface staining with their ultrasonic instruments and some may even offer air flow polishing to remove stubborn staining. This involves a mixture of air, water and a very fine polishing powder that is blown onto the teeth and lifts the staining. • Professional home tooth whitening kits are supplied by your dentist where they make special trays that fit you and only you to allow the whitening gel to stay in contact with your teeth while you use them at home until you get the desired effect. • Laser whitening is also available at your dentist, this involves a high energy light (usually ultraviolet or similar) which makes the whitening gel work faster and more effectively. Some beauty salons will offer this but it is actually illegal for anyone other than a registered dental professional to do this type of whitening. If you have any further questions regarding any of the treatments mentioned here please do not hesitate to contact New Street Dental Care on 01264 301 301 and our friendly staff will be willing to help.

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I am named as the sole Executor in the Will of a relative who died a few days ago. I’m worried as I’m not sure what I need to do or what forms I LET US need to complete. I don’t understand what a grant of probate is either. Do I have to appoint a solicitor? SOLVE A named Executor does not have a legal duty to appoint a solicitor, but if YOUR you choose to do so, you can work together, allowing your solicitor to take LEGAL some of the burden at this difficult time. In the first few days after someone dies, there are 4 important things you PROBLEMS will need to do before deciding whether to instruct a solicitor to assist you with the estate administration:- 1. If you have not already done so, get a medical certificate from a GP or hospital doctor so that you can register the death; 2. Register the death within 5 days. You’ll then get the documents you need for the funeral. 3. Arrange the funeral. 4. Secure any property (such as a house) owned by your relative. As the appointed Executor, you are responsible for administering the estate in accordance with the Will and the applicable law. A Grant of Probate is a legal document which states that you (as the Executor) have the authority to deal with your relative’s estate. Please note that depending on the value of your relative’s estate, a Grant is not always required. Before you can obtain the grant, you will need to ascertain the full extent of the assets and liabilities of the estate by correspondence with the relevant organisations. You will then need to calculate whether any tax is due, report to HMRC and pay any inheritance tax that may be due. You can then make an application to the Probate Registry and once the grant is obtained, can collect in the estate funds. You will then need to ensure that the estate is distributed correctly and in accordance with the Will. There are many different stages to consider and if the estate is likely to be complex or of a high value, it may be advisable to appoint a professional to assist you. We would be happy to have a brief telephone conversation to discuss your circumstances, following which you can decide whether or not to meet with us to progress matters further. Please call us on 01264 333336 or email [email protected] for more information.

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11 Community News Road named in honour of Andover War Memorial Hospital founding father and Edward, both of whom were killed in action during the First World War. Edward married while home on leave in 1916 and his wife gave birth to a baby girl the following year, but he was killed just one month later and never saw his daughter. Jen Frampton and Ted Williams, who are the grandchildren of AWMH Open Day – Elizabeth Padmore, chairman of HHFT, with the that baby girl, making descendants of Henry Gamman, the Mayor of Test Valley and the them Henry Gamman’s new road sign. great grandchildren, THE generosity of one of the founding were present for the fathers of Andover War Memorial ceremony, along with Jen’s daughter and Hospital was celebrated during a special grandchildren, who travelled down from road naming ceremony held in his Durham for the event. honour. Jen said: “It is a great honour for us, as The road leading up to the hospital has direct descendants of Henry Gamman, been named Henry Gamman Drive in to be here today. Neither of Henry’s sons memory of the man who donated the had a marked grave, so he donated this land that the hospital was built on 90 land to the War Memorial Hospital in years ago. their memory.” Descendants of Henry Gamman travelled Councillor Karen Hamilton, the Mayor of from as far away as Durham to join Test Valley, added: “It’s a real privilege to the Mayor of Test Valley, hospital staff, be here today. It’s amazing to have the volunteers and members of the public at family of Henry Gamman here for this the ceremony, cutting a celebratory cake special occasion, as without him, we may baked in the hospital kitchen to mark the not have this hospital, which is a very occasion. special asset to the town.” Mr Gamman was a businessman who Elizabeth Padmore, chairman of had a number of interests in Andover. On Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation hearing about plans to build a hospital Trust, which runs Andover hospital, said: “Henry Gamman’s wonderful generosity to serve the town, he purchased a inspired others in Andover and the portion of land off Charlton Road and whole town united to raise the funds donated the entire site to the hospital needed to build the hospital. It is easy committee. The hospital, which opened to see how this sense of community in 1926, was built on the land and and generosity is still strong in Andover remains there to this day. today. We see it in the Friends of Mr Gamman had two children, Gilbert Andover War Memorial Hospital, in the

12 www.mlggazettes.co.uk Community News Trustees of our outstanding Countess People attending also got the chance of Brecknock Hospice, in the dedication to visit the radiology department, of our volunteers and, last but by no where they could meet a skeleton and means least, in the compassion and learn about x-rays, find out about the commitment of our staff.” decontamination equipment used by the After the ceremony, lots of local people trust and discover how to give life-saving enjoyed an open day at the hospital, first aid. getting a glimpse behind the scenes. They were able to take a tour of the hospital’s operating theatres, learning about the procedures carried out at the hospital and the equipment used, while there was also the chance to look around the kitchens and sample the food available to patients. A number of fun activities took place in the Countess of Brecknock Hospice, including an opportunity to learn about, AWMH Open Day – Cake: Henry Gamman’s great grandchildren, Jen Frampton and Ted Williams, hold and even fly owls, as well as a Chair and Jen’s grandson Henry, cut the celebratory Zumba session. cake.

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13 Community News ‘Brits on Bikes’ journey across the pond to cycle 3,000 miles for Enham Trust and Izzy’s cycling challenge, please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/ fundraising/BC2DCbritsonbikes For more information about Enham Trust, please visit: www.enhamtrust.org.uk

In a challenge with a difference, 2 keen cyclists are taking to their bikes and pushing themselves to the limit; travelling a whopping 3,000 miles across America to raise funds for leading disability charity Enham Trust. Ed Lea, brother of Enham Trust resident Izzy, and Sam Macdonald-Smith, are taking on this mammoth journey – George Yard Arch cycling from Vancouver to Washington D.C. – unsupported; carrying their unveiled own equipment, food, water, and bare The unveiling of the completed George essentials to help them along the way. Yard arch, designed by artist Peter As Ed and Sam embark on this state- Clutterbuck. side adventure, disabled resident Izzy The will be taking on her own – mimicking Worshipful her brother’s efforts and cycling 30 miles on an accessible bike. the Mayor of Test “It is fantastic that Izzy is doing her Valley, own cycling challenge supported by her care team at Enham Trust. It makes Councillor our cycling efforts seem even more Karen significant – just knowing she is with us Hamilton, in spirit,” commented Ed Lea. gave a By completing this unique, transatlantic short challenge the trio hope to raise £6,000 speech for the Trust; supporting over 7,500 and cut disabled and disadvantaged people the ribbon each year to gain independence, recently, choice, and control in the cornerstone to formally areas of their lives. open the If you would like to donate to Ed, Sam, arch.

14 www.mlggazettes.co.uk Community News Area’s Most Successful Businesses Celebrated at Test Valley Business Awards 2016 Wine, wit, and wonderful cheers as the winners are announced of the Test Valley Business Awards 2016… 22nd September saw the end of an supporters, winners, and those Highly epic 8 month-long competition as, Commended businesses on the during an energetic and elaborate evening of the incredible Gala Dinner Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony at & Awards Ceremony; each one a The Lights, Andover, the 6 winning credit to local business, and to the businesses of the Test Valley Business Test Valley!” Awards 2016 were announced. As well as celebrating local business Enjoying light entertainment, achievements, every year, the Awards welcome drinks, and a luxurious also recognises the importance 3 course meal prepared by of supporting local causes and Michelin award-winning local chefs charitable organisations. This year, McCrimmon & Reid, guests were choosing Andover-based charity The given the opportunity to network, Hawk Conservancy Trust as charity strengthen existing business of the year, attendees were given relationships, and form new ones the chance to hear more about the during what proved to be a night to Trust’s vital work in the conservation remember. of birds of prey, whilst raising hundreds of pounds for this worthy Expertly orchestrated by Master cause. of Ceremonies Steve Randall, the evening also saw the Awards’ Now in its 12th year, the Test Valley Guest Speaker – TV Presenter Business Awards – run by a steering and Naturalist Chris Packham – group of volunteers and supported wow the crowd with a witty and by the Council – has become a well- interesting after dinner speech about established platform to promote the importance of supporting all businesses excellence and especially things local, together with amusing to shine a light on the many new anecdotes surrounding his extensive and small innovative businesses career in television, the media and operating out of sight. It is a great wildlife. way to enable smaller enterprises to gain the recognition and exposure to Chris Packham commented after grow. the event: “I’d like to extend my heart-felt congratulations to all For more information about the Test winners of the Test Valley Business Valley Business Awards, and the Awards 2016! It was a pleasure and winners for 2016, please visit: www. an honour to meet all sponsors, tvbawards.org.uk 15 Community News Join Enham Trust to combat energy poverty for disabled people Leading disability charity Enham Trust build an innovative Energy needs YOU to join them as they combat Centre; providing energy to an incredible energy poverty for disabled people in 202 homes, respite care & rehabilitation Hampshire. apartments, and offices for 200 people, as well as a Health & Wellbeing Centre and many other services. Enham Trust’s Director of Property, Victoria Leesam, comments: “For Enham Trust, this is the logical choice, largely due to the specific needs of the Enham Trust community which require continuous, economic heat, light and power. “Households with a disabled individual are routinely 25% poorer than non- disabled households; due to lack of mobility, households with a disabled individual also require more heating Currently developing plans for an onsite and lighting, placing further pressure Energy Centre, which will see the charity on already squeezed personal domestic become almost entirely energy self- budgets. Creating this Energy Centre will sufficient, Enham Trust is asking for the help to alleviate these challenges.” support of the community to secure £12,500 of vital funding from the M&S To support Enham Trust to secure £12,500 Energy Community Energy Fund. for this ambitious project, please visit: https://www.mandsenergyfund.com/ As part of their ambitious plans to projects/energy-centre-for-enham-trust/ build a state of the art Neurological and cast your vote. Rehabilitation Unit and array of accessible homes on their historical Cedar For more information about Enham Trust, Park development, the Trust plans to please visit: www.enhamtrust.org.uk

Walking Over Hot Coals for Disability Charity Enham Trust Leading disability charity Enham Trust is a sleepy Sunday afternoon, to looking for local daredevils who certainly take part in this most fiery of events. can stand the heat, to take part in a The firewalk for Enham Trust comes as fundraising firewalk, on behalf of the part of a calendar of events created charity’s vital cause. between the charity and the pub, as the Taking place at The Weyhill Fair pub organisations team up for 2016. near Andover on 9th October, Enham “We’re really pleased to be offering an Trust is asking anyone looking for a new event like this,” comments Enham Trust’s challenge, a team-building exercise with a Events Fundraiser Rachel Coombs. difference or just something fun to do on “Challenges like this are a great way of

16 www.mlggazettes.co.uk Community News bringing people together to test their own personal limits and abilities, and have fun whilst raising funds to ensure disabled people can live independently.” Participants must be 15 or over, and those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Entry is £30 with a recommended fundraising target of £70. For more information about the firewalk, and to sign up, please visit: https://www. enhamtrust.org.uk/news-and-events/ events/latest-events/firewalking-in- gain independence in the cornerstone andover or email: events@enhamtrust. areas of their lives – housing, care, and org.uk employment & skills. All funds raised will go towards Enham Trust’s work across the country; For more information about Enham Trust, supporting 7,500 disabled people to please visit: www.enhamtrust.org.uk

Save a Life App – Find your local AED Where is your local AED? Download the App – Apple Version at the App Store and the Android Version at Google Play. Do you have an AED installed and you can’t see it on our map please contact South Central Ambulance Service by email using cfr@scas. nhs.uk. South Central Ambulance Service website says: “Please note: If you have the previous ‘AED Locator’ app is now unsupported. We recommend that you delete the old app and install the new ‘Save a life’ app instead. Please make sure that you have the latest version of the App installed and that you regularly update the list or clear your internet cache as appropriate to your device.” Remember, in the event of an emergency to call 999 immediately. Find out about First Aid in an emergency situation at the St John Ambulance’s website and they also have an app you can download so you have the information at your fingertips. South Central Ambulance Service website comments: “If you would like to raise the funds to provide an AED in your community the cost including a secure box is £1850 excluding fitting charges. SCAS can provide funding assistance to interested businesses and organisations by directing them to charities, grants and community fundraising schemes. The Trust can also provide AED awareness training to those who purchase one.” The Trust’s Public Access Defibrillator initiative is designed to complement SCAS’ Community First Responder (CFR) Schemes across our region and to enhance the service we provide. Visit the SCAS website for more information: http://www.scas.nhs.uk/news/campaigns/savealife/ 17 Community News New charges for ‘DIY’ waste at Household Waste Recycling Centres from 1st October Hampshire’s Household Waste Recycling its disposal, and Hampshire will now be Centres (HWRCs) will be introducing a doing the same. charge for soil and rubble, plasterboard “If you are due to start a large and asbestos from 1 October 2016. renovation project, I would suggest Soil and rubble, which is usually created looking at the cost of hiring a skip from construction, alteration or repair of versus multiple trips to your local HWRC homes and gardens, will be charged at with items that you will be charged £2.50 per part or whole 30 litre bag, or for. However, I would stress that these per item. charges apply to the specified waste Hampshire County Council will also be types only and no householder will be implementing a charge for plasterboard expected to pay for normal household and cement-bonded asbestos. waste, green garden waste or recyclable Plasterboard, which is accepted at all materials such as scrap metal or glass.” sites, will be charged at £10 per sheet, Soil and rubble includes construction or £6 per 30 litre bag. Cement-bonded and demolition materials such as stone, asbestos, which will continue to only rubble, clay, concrete, bricks, blocks, be accepted at Andover, Basingstoke, sand, tiles, paving slabs, and ceramic Efford, Netley and Portsmouth HWRCs bathroom suites. There will be no charge will be charged at £12 per sheet. No for crockery or clay/terracotta flower other type of asbestos is permitted. pots. The limit of six bags of soil and Cash and card payment options will be rubble per household per month will be available at each centre. lifted. Hampshire County Council’s Executive The charges follow a public consultation Member for Environment and Transport, in 2014, in which 6,500 members of the Councillor Rob Humby, said: “Managing public responded to proposals on how Hampshire’s waste costs all the councils to meet savings the County Council is in the county around £100 million required to make. A further consultation each year, and, coupled with ongoing which took place this year, looked at cost reductions in Government funding, we savings in other areas such as changing needed to look carefully at how we deal opening hours, trade waste charges and with and pay for waste. This type of DIY the possibility of charging for other non- and construction waste is particularly household materials. expensive to dispose of, costing Hampshire’s council taxpayers around £1 Hampshire HWRCs will also be accepting million each year. trade waste from small and medium sized businesses on a chargeable basis “This new charge is being introduced from 1st October, accepting the same from 1st October to cover the additional materials that the sites currently accept costs of disposing DIY and construction from residents. More information will be waste compared to household waste, available in due course. which we believe is the fairest way for as many as possible, and which residents More information on the charges being told us they support. Many authorities brought in from 1st October can be found elsewhere in the UK already charge for at www.hants.gov.uk/changes-waste- this type of waste to cover their cost of recycling-service

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35 Beware of old dogs with new tricks warns Peter Clarke of PC PAL

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45 Service with a Smile This December means changes in the law for the car seat commonly known as a ‘Booster’ 1. The UK law as it stands says parents to purchase. New ‘booster’ children travelling in a car must use seats will have a safety label in line the correct size car seat until 12 years with the new law to say that these old or 135cm tall, with European products have not been approved for countries known to have a higher limit children under 125cm tall and/or 22kg of 150cm. However, many children in weight. Parents who currently use weighing as little as 15kg which a booster seat will still be able to use could be as young as 3 years old, are the seat without breaking any rules, travelling in backless booster seats. that being said they are reminded Recent crash test studies deem a of the safety risks they are taking by child booster seat of this kind to be using a seat of this kind and advised unsuitable for such young children to abide by the recommended height and many experts agree, hence the and weight set by the changes in the changes in the law. law. 2. The new child car seats regulations 3. Britax, a well-known firm in come into effect this December, Andover outlined the risks associated however it will only apply to any with these booster seats back in new products that are available for 2015 and started a ‘Ban the Booster’

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59 Monthly Garden Gazette Tips Time to change the clocks Autumn is officially here and at the end of October the clocks go back, meaning darker afternoons ahead for the next few months. There is however still plenty to keep busy with in the garden at this time of year; Leaves, leaves everywhere! It’s great to look at the leaves as they change colour on the trees, but if they happen to fall in your garden then you should clear them regularly, if they are left they can damage grass as well as blocking outside drains around the house. It’s not all bad though, leaf mulch makes fantastic compost and if you don’t have a proper compost storage area for them then just put them into black bin bags and hide them away until next year. Look after what you’ve got! This is England and at some stage during the next few months we can safely say that the wind, the rain and the cold will arrive. Prevention is usually better than cure, cut back overgrown hedges and shrubs to prevent wind damage, repair and strengthen any damage to fences and try to find room inside or under cover for plants that aren’t hardy. Putting mulch around the roots can also help prevent frost damage for plants that can’t be moved. Or maybe something new? Autumn is a good time for planting many evergreen shrubs and small trees if you want to fill an empty space. If you’re hoping to improve your lawn then this is an important time of year – don’t cut it too short in October but work done now such as raking out moss, aerating or adding autumn fertiliser will make a big difference next Spring. I can offer regular grass cutting and general garden maintenance services for those who either need some extra help or simply don’t have the time themselves. Monthly Garden Gazette tips are provided courtesy of RJ Garden Maintenance, garden care services serving Andover and Villages. Contact Richard on 01264 553357 / 07725 674782 / [email protected]

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Once this path emerges into the open approximately 800 metres working our again, it swiftly drops down a set of way into central West Wellow, passing steps to the road below (photo 2) (Foxes on the way Brooklands Farm and the Lane). fresco on the gable wall of grazing deer At this point we cross straight over to (photo 4) and shortly after passing the the next phase of the path, then across Sports Ground and Tennis Club before open fields which drop down onto a arriving back at Buttons Lane, turning gravel track, crosses a tributary of the left and returning over the final 200 Blackwater River then climbs back up to metres to the Village Hall. a road beside St Margaret’s Church, East Wellow (photo 3). This is where Florence Probably the most renowned of local Nightingale is buried and is worth a refreshments would be back at Carlo’s pause to take in the tranquillity of the Ice Cream Parlour about 1500 metres churchyard before resuming the travels. back along the Romsey Road (right The road to the church is a dead end so turn out of Buttons Lane). They offer we must head out left up to the road, all manner of refreshments as well as a where we turn right and follow this vast range of ice creams for the hungry route for almost 1 kilometre; regrettably, walker. once again there is no designated footpath, but it is a quiet back road. This Essential items for walking anytime: section we cover until meeting a sharp • High visibility clothing, vest or sash left hand bend, so look to the right for a are ideal. Be seen at all times. footpath arrow taking us off across some • Robust footwear, walking boots, fresh fields. good sturdy trainers – normal house shoes not recommended. The After a short while the path drops footpath can me muddy after rain, slightly down through a pair of fishing but is easily navigated. lakes (Woodington Fishery) then • A torch (for gloomy days), mobile upwards to the main Romsey Road phone and a whistle (personal where we should cross over to the protection and safety). footpath while turning right on the • For dog walkers – take a supply of homeward run. poop scoop bags. There now follows a section of 63 Construction Design Fails... by Peter Tesar Architectural Design 01264 356544, [email protected]

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68 www.mlggazettes.co.uk Education News Celebrating success at John Hanson

The summer examination results were results in person and parents and staff recently celebrated across the town. enjoyed sharing their accomplishments. Ian Coombs, Headteacher, said “We Mr Coombs, Headteacher also offer our warm congratulations to commented to the students, “As a year John Hanson’s outgoing year 11 for group your teachers and support staff another marvelous set of GCSE results. enjoyed teaching you. You worked hard Supported by teachers, families and both individually and together and I offer friends they have collectively delivered you my congratulations for the results. the second best set of GCSE results in On behalf of the school community I also the school’s history. They can be proud offer my best wishes as you step out of their achievements.” into the next phase of your lives whether Sharing the headline details: you are studying A levels or BTECs at college, starting an apprenticeship, or 5A*-C with English and mathematics - going into some other form of training. 60% You did yourselves proud!” English A*-C – 76% The school looks forward to welcoming Mathematics A*-C – 66% visitors and prospective parents – contact [email protected] 5A*-C - 70% to arrange a visit. Of course, headlines are not as important as the many individual successes and achievements of the young people who strove and worked massively hard to get their personal best results. John Hanson staff are renowned for going the extra mile in support of the young people and they are delighted to see how their students acquitted themselves. It was good to see so many Some of the high achievers – Josh, Rebecca, Alex students come into school to collect their and Aidan opening their results. 69 WHAT’S ON in your Area

th 13 ROMEO & JULIET, The critically- OCTOBER acclaimed Pantaloons give st Shakespeare’s tale of ill-fated love a 1 SOMBORNE SESSIONS - an eclectic fresh twist! Venue The Lights. Time exciting set by Will McNicol & Luke 7.30pm. Price £10-£11. Contact 01264 Selby. Venue Kings Somborne Hall. 368368. www.thepantaloons.co.uk Time 7.30pm. Price £12 before the event & £14 on the night. Contact th www.sombornesessions.co.uk 14 STOCKBRIDGE COMMUNITY CINEMA SHOWING DHEEPAN st (15) - A Sri Lankan Tamil warrior 1 LEE HURST NO. 9 - It’s a show, it’s escapes the horrors of civil war by the 9th one and it’s comedy. Venue teaming up with a woman and child The Lights. Time 8pm. Price £16-£17. and adopting their identities The Contact 01264 368368 ‘family’ are smuggled into France st where they find life in Paris is not 1 BALLROOM & TEA DANCE. Venue trouble-free. English subtitles. Venue Andover United Reformed Church Stockbridge Town Hall. Time 7.30pm Hall. Time 3pm-5pm. Price £5 Doors open 30 minutes before the includes tea/coffee and cake start time . Price £6.00 available in Stockbridge from Garden Inn and th 7 THE THREE DEGREES - Come along John Robinson or online via www. and enjoy a performance from The stockbridgecinema.org.uk Three Degrees well known for their th soulful voices, beautiful gowns, and 15 ANDOVER TOWN BAND fabulous stage shows. Venue The ARRIVEDERCI - Following their Lights. Time 7.30pm. Price £25-£26. summer tour to the eternal city, the Contact 01264 368368 band will perform a musical postcard from Rome. Venue The Lights. Time th 9 ANDOVER WEDDING FAYRE 7pm. Price £6-£25. Contact 01264 - Come along to the one-stop 368368 shop for brides and grooms to th see, choose and book everything 15 “LAUNCH PARTY” – a new play needed for that special day. Venue about two sisters a universe apart. The Lights. Time 11am. Free Entry, Venue Village Hall. however charity donations are Time 7.30pm (doors 7pm). Price invited for the Salvation Army. www. £15. Contact 01264 336808 e-mail andoverweddingfayre.co.uk upperclatfordvillagehall@hotmail. co.uk. Tickets available from The th 9 ENHAM TRUST CHARITY FIRE WALK Crook & Shears PH, Clatford Village - Come along and watch brave Stores GC, The Hexagon Stores in fundraisers do the fire walk. Venue Salisbury Road. The Weyhill Fair, Weyhill. Time 2pm. th Price £30. For more information, 19 STOCKBRIDGE COMMUNITY CINEMA contact Rachel Coombs on 01264 SHOWING LOVE & FRIENDSHIP 345854 or email rachel.coombs@ (U) - Lady Susan Vernon takes up enhamtrust.org/uk temporary residence at her in-laws’ estate and, while there, is determined

70 www.mlggazettes.co.uk to be a matchmaker for her daughter Lights. Time 7.30pm. Price £10. Frederica - and herself too, naturally. Contact 01264 368368 Starring Kate Beckinsale and Chloë Sevigny in a period comedy based on th 26 TALON - The Best of the Eagles: the the Jane Austin novella Lady Susan. Complete History Tour featuring all Venue Stockbridge Town Hall. Time their greatest hits. Venue The Lights. 5pm and 7.30pm Doors open 30 Time 7.45pm. Price £20-£21. Contact minutes before the start time. Price 01264 368368 £6.00 available in Stockbridge from Garden Inn and John Robinson or th online via www.stockbridgecinema. 27 ANDOVER MUSIC CLUB PRESENTS org.uk THE CHAMBER PHILHARMONIC EUROPE. Venue The Lights. Time th 7.30pm. Price £14. Contact 01264 20 WEYHILL ELECTRONIC ORGAN 368368. Contact Karen Coffin SOCIETY presents Britain’s Got 0845 269 1812 or visit www. Talent Finalist, Jean Martyn - Enjoy a andovermusicclub.co.uk night of melodic, easy listening music performed on electronic keyboard. th Venue Weyhill Fairground Hall. Time 29 SOMBORNE SESSIONS - PRESENTS 7.30pm (doors 7pm). Price £5 in THE MIGHTY CHINA CRISIS. No advance or £6 on the door. Tickets strangers to the Top 40, doubtless available from Just Teasin, 40 Bridge you’ll remember (well if you’re old Street. Contact 01264 323213. www. enough!) hits such as “Wishful weyhill-eos.co.uk Thinking” and “Christian” in the 1980s. Venue Kings Somborne Hall. nd Time 7.30pm. Price £12 before the 22 THE LIGHTS 10TH ANNIVERSARY event & £14 on the night. Contact GALA EVENING - Don your black www.sombornesessions.co.uk tie and evening dress and join The Lights Team to celebrate our 10th anniversary in style! Venue The

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