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I do hope you enjoy this double issue which primarily concentrates on Christmas but includes our usual Community Diary and Regent Centre Listings for both December & January - so worth holding onto until the next issue arrives at the end of January! This issue concentrates on how important it is to our community and local economy to shop here in Christchurch and how much more enjoyable it can be than those crowded shopping centres we often travel milesout of town for. It’s so easy to forget that we have everything we need here right here on our doorstep, so please support local businesses where you can.

I cannot believe that Christchurch Eye is celebrating its First Birthdaythis month! This first year has been a great one, with the magazine and its local content growing and becoming an important part of the community far beyond my expectations. I’d like to Thank my Loving Nan, wonderful Husband and two gorgeous boys forHusband and two gorgeous boys for all their support and encouragement

all their support and encouragement (and for putting up with seeing only(and for putting up with seeing only the back of my head during thethe back of my head during thehours I’ve spent at my desk duringhours I’ve spent at my desk during

our launch year!). Also, to the rest of my family and friends and, importantly, to all of you - readers, advertisers and contributors - for your support in the making of the magazine. Please knowthat your continued support will make the magazine even more invaluable as time goes on. I’d like to wish our readers and advertisers alike a Truly Wonderful Christmas and a Prosperous New Yearfor us all!Finally, please don’t forget to mentionChristchurch Eye when responding to adverts as without our advertisers there wouldn’t be a magazine!Happy reading!C��Editor

November Competition Winners - Congratulations to Mrs Trevett for winning a £10 Toyshop voucher, Gill Hickson for our DVD Giveaway &Pauline Hart for winning a Bouquet of Flowers courtesy of Fairmile Florist.

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Like Flying, by KarlinaSt VincentSee them from the cliffThe wind riders speedingWith rope stretched armsLifted skywards.They race, seal wet,Through foaming waves,Sustained by tensioned arcsOf glowing colour,That dip and riseTwist and tugPass and re-pass.Aching muscles workLegs and feet braceAnd bend on bucking boards.Salt splashed faces

Shine in the evening sun.At one with the sea and sprayHarnessing the windThey fly, for a momentLinking sea and sky,While gulls soar gracefullyAbove and beyond their efforts,Till dusk draws them downTo the darkening beach.

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Just up the road at Crickle Wood, Marie andher sister Lynsey are super-excited abouttheir ‘Christmas goodies’ (73 High Street) and,as ever, Traditions looks gorgeous with itstraditionally decorated trees and more (70 HighStreet).

Speaking of ‘statement trees’, stepping intoThomas & Lucia is like arriving in a country homefor Christmas – you almost want to sit down atone of the beautifully arranged tables (at leastyou can buy the ‘dressings’, to recreate the lookat home!). Owners Sue and Matthew admit tobeing ‘a bit silly about it to be honest, but wereally enjoy decorating the shop. We had over1, 500 fairy lights on the main tree last year!’ (34Bargates).

But we’ll leave the last word toLucy of Wisteria, whose eye fororiginal, stylish yet affordablehomewares is matched by herand Chrissie’s no-pressure,browser-friendly and personalservice. ‘This year, our decorationsfor the tree range from traditional, woodenhanging decorations to stunning vintagebaubles, cute little stockings to glitzy angels.Holly Wreath Christmas Card Holders are prettyand practical and our hand-knitted “Woolideer”make lovely additions to the home!’. The ‘Noel’wooden blocks are really eye-catching, too (93Bargates).

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Isn’t this, to quote a suitably seasonal song, themost wonderful time of the year in Christchurch?Or one of many, anyway! As the countdown toChristmas begins, the excitement builds andthe town’s shops literally light up with the festivespirit.

Gorgeous window displays beckon us in, fairylights twinkling, full of lovely gift ideas and “littlesomethings” begging to be added to our ownwish lists! Of course, preparing for the Christmasisn’t without its stresses (hooray for a ‘medicinal’hot chocolate stop at Cheese & Alfie’s!).

How to bring a little of the Christmas magiccreated by the town’s wonderful gifts andinteriors shops into our own homes? As Traceyat Lavender & Bay stressed when I asked whatinspired her this season, in these budget-conscious times, the simplicity of a single, trulyspecial decoration or ornament will really help toset the mood for the festive season. Her lovely‘Noel’ cushion, handmade locally, is a greatexample! Tracey has an absolute passion for thehandmade (locally, whenever possible) and fairtrade (2 Wick Lane).

A stone’s throw (well, almost) from the PrioryChurch, Ye Olde Eight Bells is not only a treasuretrove of collectibles – what could be moreseasonal than the limited edition Lilliput Lanemodel of the Priory Church in the snow? – butoffers an array of festively-patterned ribbonsand trimmings by the metre. ‘The ribbons arealways popular for decorating Christmas cakesand displaying cards,’ says Anita (16 ChurchStreet). Check out the great new website, too, atyeoldeightbellsgiftshop.co.uk).


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JINGLE TILLS?By Julie RadcliffeOpening in time for theChristmas rush we haveThe Curiosity Shop,High Street and BellaTe on Barrack Road,but how can shops in atown like Christchurchcompete with the out-of-town centres, such asCastlepoint?

With the country tightening its collective belt, maybeit’s time to return to a traditional Christmas, awayfrom the huge consumer spend fest of recent years.Thoughtful, practical and unique small presents areoften appreciated for the thought that has goneinto the purchase. Shops in Christchurch are wellplaced to provide such gifts.

As well as High Street, Church Street, Wick Laneand Castle Street, Bargates is brilliant for smallindependents. Bookends is giving Amazon arun for its money with competitive prices, andinteresting games and gifts, and what aboutplaces such as the Priory Gift Shop for somethingdifferent?

Christchurch has its very own ‘out of town’ stores.There’s a great toyshop at St Catherine’s Parade,plus a florist. Fairmile itself has computer shopsand much more. Barrack Road has a range ofindependents, where product knowledge andcustomer service are second to none and don’tforget Highcliffe.

There are national chains where bigger giftscan be obtained through Argos, Boots and WHSmith plus the retail parks in Barrack Road andSomerford Road. Christchurch Chamber of Tradehas published an excellent guide listing around 700outlets and businesses in Christchurch - copies areavailable from the Information Centre.

Another good thing about Christmas shopping inChristchurch is that the Council offers free parkingin the lead up to Christmas. This, along with thewide variety of cafes and restaurants, can makeshopping a delight rather than the crowd-jostlingchore it has become.

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An original script written by Ken Dale and Peter Baker contains all the Traditional elements ofthis ever popular fantasy tale along with spectacular scenery created by our local Artist, colourfulcostumes and aspiring actors and dancers.

The group was formed over 14 years ago by parents and pupils of the schoolhelping to raise funds used towards purchasing much needed new equipment,they have so far raised over £38,000 and in 2010 theypresented the school with a cheque for £2.500.

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With her unique approach clients often see Deefor just one session.

Dee also offers a weight loss programme andworks on the understanding that the mind islike a muscle, in need of training for positivebenefit. An athlete prepares for an eventunderstanding the need to practice daily bothmentally and physically, whilst focussing on theoutcome. The same principle can be applied toweight loss.

A WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMME WITH ADIFFERENCE. NO DIETING REQUIRED IT’S ALL INTHE MIND!

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We are at that time of year again when it is veryeasy to over indulge.

Dee has put together a simple and effectiveprocess using her unique collection of therapiesfor you to use for weight loss. One treatmentmay be all that is required. ‘Simple, fun andeasy’ is the aim of this program.

Most of us have come to the realisation thatdieting alone may work for a while but then weoften slip back into old patterns of behaviour.The cycle continues with weight increases oftenlowering our self esteem and confidence.

The technique Dee uses incorporates many ofher skills, enabling her to adapt an individualtailor made programme for you.

Many of Dee’s clients have lost weight andmaintained their slimmer figure. By helping

remove an addiction to chocolate, Dee helpedremove an addiction to chocolate, Dee helped one client lose 24lbs in 3 months.

The benefits aside from weight loss ofteninclude an increase in confidence, self esteem,well being and personal power allowing clientsto take more control and direction in their lives.

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Dee also runs meditation classes locally andworkshops in and out of the area. These include,‘The Power of Positive Thinking’ and ‘The Artof Manifestation’; details are available on herwebsite www.deetaylor-mason.com

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Christmas already!Can’t believe 2010 isnearly over and we’reheading into 2011!Christmas is sucha beautiful time ofyear when everyoneis gathered togetherto enjoy food, drink,laughter, presents andlaughter, presents andfun & where we recallthe past year and look forward to the next.the past year and look forward to the next.

As a family, we have always had a very traditionalChristmas; whether it’s enjoying a turkey dinner,Christmas crackers, visiting church, giving andreceiving presents or being with all the family; it’salways an exciting and enjoyable time. Growingup, of course my brother and I loved the presentopening. We would wake up way too early, rushto the end of our beds to see that Santa had filledour stockings and hurry downstairs to see morepresents under the tree. I loved seeing that Santahad enjoyed my mince pie and the reindeers had anibble of my carrot.

One year, my parents made Christmas a whole lotmore exciting. I remember being about seven yearsold and opening my eyes to pink toilet roll wrappedaround my bedroom and leading out to the hallway.They had made a trail all round the house whichI had to follow. My brother had the same and wewere so excited when it led to two little Go-Kartsin the garage! Another year, all our presents werehidden all around the house. We had clues whereto find them in places like the washing machine andin the fridge. It was truly fantastic!

However, more recently, I have been fortunateenough to experience Christmas in differentcountries on skiing holidays. I learnt to ski whenI was ten years old and feel so lucky to get theopportunity to enjoy the sport and the spectacularmountainous views and pure white snow make myChristmas very special.

So whether you enjoy being with your family orfriends, away or at home this Christmas, lets finish2010 with laughter and fun and start 2011 with abang!

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!

Love,

Brogan

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We greet many familiar faces at the counter.Local residents we have known for many yearscome in to buy Council garden bags, car parkpermits and radar keys. Fancy a day away? Wehave Coach Day Trip brochures for many localcompanies who will pick you up from Bargatesand whisk you away to all sorts of interestingplaces - all easily booked with us, no fuss. Wantto go further afield? Why not come and pick upa Coach Holiday brochure and let us help youbook it here. We also have a fantastic range offree Visitor guides for all parts of the country.

Throughout the day the phone keeps ringing withrequests for information on what to do, where togo, what to see and where to stay. Most times wecan help but sometimes we’re flummoxed! “Hello,good morning, I’ve booked a week’s holiday inAugust and I can’t remember the place I’vebooked – can you help?”

By coffee break we have handed out lots of freeinformation to many visitors – leaflets on historicChristchurch, museums and local attractions,town maps, bus and ferry timetables, things todo, local events and where to eat.

From midday onwards it’s time for lunch, not thatwe close of course. It’s been a hectic morning inmany ways. We’ve booked national Express toLondon and York as well as Heathrow Airport –over 60’s travel at 50% discount on most days!We’ve taken lots of Mayflower Theatre andPoole Lighthouse bookings and yes, even for theChristmas pantomime and with the added bonusof no booking fee or credit card charges - bookwith us and save some money! Or as an idealpresent, why not purchase some theatre tokensfrom us?

After lunch the pace picks up. Visitors ask “whatcan we do tomorrow”? We sell tickets for lotsof events and concerts at pre-show prices –great savings. For local people we sell the PrioryChurch Concert tickets including Handel’sMessiah, the classic Christmas concert – a not tobe missed event.

The day is drawing to a close. We’ve had awonderful day and met so many new andinteresting people and passed the time of daywith many of our local customers. We close thedoor and guess what? The sun’s still shining!

So if you’re passing our door, we’re next to theRegent Centre, pop in and say ‘hello’ we’d loveto see you.

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Last month’s article on the Pit Site showed thevulnerability of thatched buildings. Another Fire ina thatched building in Bridge Street in 1859 led toa thatched building in Bridge Street in 1859 led to a historical misunderstanding that is still misleading people today. What is the misunderstanding?-“That the Filer Knapper Building in Bridge Street was the head-quarters of the Custom Service in Christchurch.”

August 1859 had been a dry month and on a Wednesday night early in September a fire broke out in the thatch near to the chimney of a cottage in Bridge Street belonging to Mr G. Brown, (opposite to where Prezzo’s restaurant is today). The fire took hold quickly and had soon spread to the adjoining cottages, also thatched. These were residences of Eli Troke, Mr G Butler, a watchmaker, and a long standing resident, Mr J. Everleigh Mason. The Town fire engine was quickly summoned. This was followed by the Barracks fire engine, which was accompanied by a large body of soldiers from E Troop Royal Horse Artillery. It was soon obvious that the buildings were doomed and efforts began to prevent the fire spreading by spraying adjoining properties with water.

Before the fire in 1859 the buildings had been leased by the Jeans family, a well established local family whose sons in the past had filled the position of Mayor on no less than ten occasions. Joshua Stevens Jeans had also held the post of Supervisor of the Riding Officers for the Custom Service based in Christchurch. He was dismissed from the service under a ‘cloud’ in 1786. After the fire the site was purchased by Abraham Pike who was a Postmaster and grocer and lived opposite. This family also had links to the Custom Service. Abraham Pike’s father had been a supervisor of Customs at Christchurch in the early 1800’s. It was Abraham Pike junior who built the three story building that we now know today as Filer and Knapper, Accountants. It was a speculative adventure and when it was finished it was leased for five years to the “English Joint Stock Bank” who controlled the South Eastern Banking Co.

The bank opened in 1864 with a claimed security of one million pounds. In 1866 Abraham Pike’s investment turned sour when the Bank closed after accumulating a lot of debt. Three years later there were reports in the Christchurch Times that conspiracy and fraud were factors in the bank’s collapse. With an empty building on his hands Abraham or members of his family moved in and

stored their belongings in the loft. Amongst thestored their belongings in the loft. Amongst the belongings was the Custom Officer’s Journal that had been diligently compiled by his father when he was serving as Supervisor. The Journal, when it was found some eighty years later, together with confusion over the two Abraham Pikes, was regarded as proof that the building had been the head-quarters of the Custom Service in Christchurch.

This completely spurious history of the Filer and Knapper building has appeared in at least four publications and now has been reproduced on a number of web sites. As a result of the work done by Allen White, one of the Towns most diligent local historians, readers of the Christchurch Eye now know the truth.

Bridge Street showing Abraham Pike’s building, now Filer Knapper Accountants

Picture, copyright of The Red House Museum and the Christchurch Local History Society.

Mike Andrews from the Local History Society would love to hear from you, to find out what you, our readers, would like to read about. Please do send in your requests to Christchurch Eye (Contact details on page 5).

Last month’s article on the Pit Site showed the vulnerability of thatched buildings. Another Fire in a thatched building in Bridge Street in 1859 led to

Local History by Mike Andrews

The Truth about number 10 Bridge Street

The Christchurch Local History Society produces aquarterly journal for its members (also available topurchase at Christchurch Information Centre) andorganises a series of talks from September to May. Thesetake place at the Christchurch Junior School in ClarendonRoad, on the first Tuesday of the month.Local History Room, Christchurch Library, 29 High Street,Christchurch, BH23 1AW. Tel: 485938 This room is openweekdays from 10am to 12.30pm (except Wednesdays). Itis staffed by volunteers drawn from the membership of thesociety.More information on theSociety can be found atwww.historychristchurch.org

stored their belongings in the loft. Amongst the


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4 Dec – 29 JanCoastal Connections Open Art Exhibition at the Red House Museum, Quay Road,Christchurch. 10-5 Tues-Sat, 2-5Sunday. Closing date for entries 20th November. Application form can be downloaded from www.cadarts.com orsend sae to Mrs L Patterson, The Hayloft, 14 Wick Lane,Christchurch BH23 1HX 01202 426860

4 & 5 DecHighcliffe Castle Christmas Craft & Gift Fair 11:00am -4:00pm The Castle Staterooms will be filled with stallholders offering crafts and gifts which make ideal Christmaspresents.Entrance only £1. Season Ticket Holders and Children Under16 Free

8 DecFriends of Christchurch Libraries. ‘Christmas Lore & Legend’ a talk by David Hilliam. Highcliffe Library, 10.30am. Coffee/tea & mince pies. Raffle. Tickets obtainable in advance fromHighcliffe Library: Friends £2.00, Non members £3.00

11 Dec8th Highcliffe Charity Christmas Carnival ‘The Twelve Days ofChristmas’.This popular carnival will once again include floats, walkingentries, music, street entertainers and, of course, Father Christmas. Many shops and cafes will stay open andthere will be other stalls and food and drink available. Theprocession starts at 6pm from Beacon Drive and travelsalong Lymington Road, then turns and comes back alongthe same route. This year’s nominated local charity is Oakhaven Hospice - so don’t forget to come along and bringplenty of coins with you to throw into our charity buckets.

Community Diary & InformationThis is a free page to publicise your local events and information.Copy deadline is January 14th for inclusion in the February edition ofChristchurch Eye.

Solution to Mind benders1. Noel Noel2. Away in a manger3. White Christmas4. O Little Town of Bethlehem

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17 DecFriends of Christchurch Libraries. ‘Christmas Lore & Legend’ a talk by David Hilliam. Christchurch Library, 10.30am.Coffee/tea & mince pies.Raffle. Tickets obtainable in advancefrom Christchurch Library; Friends £2.00, Non members£3.00

21 DecWinter Solstice Ghost Walk led by local historian Michael Hodges. Meet under the arches of the old Town Hall at6.30pm and be spooked with stories of ghosts around thetown centre of Christchurch. Limited tickets available from Christchurch Information Centre, 49 High Street.01202471780

Opening TimesMonday – Saturday 9.30am – 5pmSunday 2.15pm – 5.30pm (subject to services)

Services at The PriorySundays – 8am – Holy Communion9.45am – Sung EucharistFamily Eucharist – as announced11.15am – Matins and Sermon3.30pm – Holy Baptism (by arrangement)6.30pm – Evensong and Sermon

Weekdays and Saturdays –8.30am – Matins9am – Holy Communion11am – Thursdays Holy Communion5pm – Evening Prayer

Priory Christmas ServicesPriory Christmas ServicesSun 28th Nov:Sun 28th Nov: 6.30pm - Darkness to Light 6.30pm - Darkness to LightSun 19th Dec:9.45am: Family Service - Little/Junior Church Nativity6.30pm - Nine Lessons and Carols by CandlelightFri 24th Dec, Christmas Eve: 3pm - Crib Service11.45pm - Midnight MassSat 25th Dec, Christmas Day:8am: Holy Communion9.45am: Sung Eucharist withProcession11.15am: Choral Matins6.30pm: Said Evensong

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Friday 3 December 7.30pm £17.50 Concs £16.50DESPEraDo – Heart of the Eagles

Saturday 4 December 7.30pm £17.50 Concs £16.50Essence of ireland – CHriSTMaS SPECiaL

Sunday 5 December 7.30pm £13 Concs £11.50gaga – Queen Tribute

Mon 6 & Tues 7 Dec 7.30pm Mat Tues 2.30pmTHE iLLUSioniST (Pg) J Tati script

Wednesday 8 December 7.30pm £9.50 Concs £5STaTE oF UnDrESS go FESTiVE 2010

Thur 9 Dec 7pm Live. Sat 11 Dec 12noon Recorded£12 Concs £11national Theatre by satellite - HaMLET

Friday 10 December 7.30pm £6Salvation army – CaroLS For THE PEoPLE

Sat 11 Dec 5.30pm Live Mon 13 Dec 1pm RecordedMet opera by satellite – Don CarLo

Live £24 Concs £20 Recorded £22 Concs £19Sunday 12 December 7.30pm £16.50 Concs £15onE nigHT in VEgaS – Christmas Party

Mon 13 – Wed 15 Dec 7.30pm Mats Tues & Wed2.30pmMike Leigh’s anoTHEr YEar (12a)

Thursday 16 December 7.30pm £11.50 Concs£10.50YETTiES XMaS SingaLong – Farewell Show

Friday 17 December 7.30pm £17.50BEYonD THE BarriCaDE 2010

Saturday 18 December 7.30pm £16.50 Concs £16THE aniMaLS & FriEnDS

Sunday 19 December 7.30pm £10 Concs £9regent rep – rEgEnT CHriSTMaSCELEBraTion

Tuesday 21 December 1pm Recorded by satellite£12 Concs £11BoLSHoi BaLLET – nUTCraCKEr

Tue 21 Thur 23 Fri 24 & Sun 26 – Thur 30 Dec & Sat1 – Mon 3 Jan 7.30pm.Wed 22 & Thur 23 10.30am & 2.30pm. Fri 24 & Sun26 – Thur 30 Dec 2.30pmFri 31 Dec 6.30pm. Sat 1 & Sun 2 Jan 2.30pm.Closed 25 DecHarrY PoTTEr- DEaTHLY HaLLoWS 2D (12a)

Friday 31 December4.15pm Live bysatellite £15Berlin PhilharmonicnEW YEar ConCErT

Films & Live ShowsBookable. no Tel or onlineCharges.Free parking at rear after 7.00pm. www.regentcentre.co.uk

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Mon 3 Jan 2.30pm £5.50 Family of 4 £20People’s Theatre Co – Ages 4 – 12 yearsHoW THE KoaLa LEarnT To HUg

Tues 4 – Thurs 6 Jan 7.30pm Mats Wed &Thurs 2.30pmBUrKE & HarE (15) Simon Pegg &andy Serkis

Fri 7 + Mon 10 – Wed 12 Jan 7.30pm Subtitles Mats Tues & Wed 2.30pm. Part 3 ofclassic Swedish thrillergirL WHo KiCKED THE HornET’SnEST (15)

Saturday 8 January 6pm Live £24 Concs£20Monday 10 January 1pm Recorded £22Concs £19Met Opera NY by satelliteLa FanCiULLa DEL WEST – Puccini

Sunday 9 January 3pm £10.50 Concs £9.50Bournemouth Concert BrassnEW YEar ViEnnESE ConCErT

Thursday 13 January 7pm Live £12 Concs £10Friday 14 January 1pm RecordedNational Theatre by satelliteFELa! – Tony award winning musical

Fri 14 + Sun 16 – Tues 18 Jan 7.30pmMatinees Mon & Tues 2.30pmFiLM To BE annoUnCED

Saturday 15 January 7.30pm £13.50 Concs £12.50FoUr VoiCES in ConCErT

Former stars of Big Little Theatre CoMatinees Sat 22 & Sat 29 Jan 2.30pmSunday Special: Sun 23 January 3pmTea Time & Meet the Cast: Tues 25 & Thurs 27 Jan5.30pmEves: Sat 22, Mon 24, Wed 26, Fri 28 & Sat 29 Jan7.30pm Highcliffe Charity PlayersBEaUTY & THE BEaST£10 Concs £9 Child £8.Sat 29 Jan 7.30pm All Seats: £12.

Sun 23 Jan 7.30pm Recorded by satellite £12Concs: £11BoLSHoi BaLLET - giSELLE

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Chemists

The Grove Pharmacy, 48 The Grove, Xch, Tel: 01202 484310 Mon-Fri 9-6 Sat 9-1

Wessex Pharmacies Ltd, 186 Somerford Road, Xch Tel: 01202 482197 Mon-Fri 9-1.15/2.15-5.30 Sat 9-1.15

Boots, 23 Saxon Square, Xch Tel: 01202 483034 Mon-Sat 9-1.30/2.30-5.30

Burton Pharmacy, 123 Salisbury Road, Burton, Xch Tel: 01202 477771 Mon-Fri 9-1/2-6.30

Lloyds, 248 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Xch Tel: 01425 274291 Mon-Fri 8.45-5.30 Sat 9-4

Mudeford Pharmacy, 94 Mudeford, Xch Tel: 01425 272798 Mon-Fri 9-1/2-5.30(weds ‘til 1) Sat 9-1/2-5

Rowlands Pharmacy, 136 Purewell, Xch Tel: 01202 484840 Mon-Fri 8.45-6.30 Sat 8.45-1

Your Local Boots Pharmacy, 2a Twynham Avenue, XchTel: 01202 486276 Mon- Fri 8.45-1/2-6.15

LibrariesChristchurch Library Opening Hours: Mon 9.30-5 Tue 10-7 Wed 9.30-1 Thu 9.30-7 Fri 9.30-5.30

Sat 9-4Highcliffe Library Opening Hours: Mon 10-6.30 Tue 9.30-5 Wed Closed Thu 9.30-1 Fri 9.30-6.30

Sat 9.30-4


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T. 01202 485938

T. 01425 272202

Police/CrimePolice (Emergency) 999

Police (Non-Emergency) 01202 222 222

Crimestoppers 0800 55 51 11

Neighbourhood & Home Watch 01202 222 222

Medical/Health ServicesNHS Direct 0845 46 47

Dorset out-of-hours medical service 0845 600 1013

Bournemouth A&E 01202 70 41 67

Bournemouth Hospital 01202 30 36 26

Local Councils & ServicesChristchurch Borough Council 01202 495000

Dorset County Council 01305 251000

Christchurch Information Centre 01202 471780

Regent Centre 01202 499199

Bournemouth Airport 01202 364000

Post Office 0845 722 3344

HelplinesCommunity Safety Issues 01202 495 111

Anti-social Behaviour 01202 495044

Dorset County Council 01305 221 000

Trading Standards 01305 224 012

Citizens Advice Bureau 01308 456 594

Childline 0800 11 11

Samaritans 08457 90 90 90

NSPCC 0808 800 50 00

Southern Electric 0845 071 3953

British Gas 0800 048 0202

Gas Emergency 0800 111 999

Environment Agency 0800 80 70 60

National Drugs Helpline 0800 77 66 00

Age Concern 0800 00 99 66

National Debtline 0808 808 40 00

Alcoholics Anonymous 0207 403 0888

Pet CareRSPCA - Ashley Heath 0870 010 18 49

Cats Protection 01202 579468

Taxi FirmsChritax 01202 47 00 00

Christchurch Radio Cabs 01202 48 48 48

Priory Cabs 01202 47 44 44



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