THE. Vol. 49 No. 5 OCTOBER 2006 MAGAZINE. ISSUED FREE OF CHARGE Circulation 9,000 ASSOCIATION NEWS

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1 THE Vol. 49 No. 5 OCTOBER 2006 RATEP TEPAYER MAGAZINE ISSUED FREE OF CHARGE Circulation 9,000 SECRETARY WANTED The post of Secretary to the Waterlooville and District Resident s Association (WDRA) has recently become vacant. This is an attractive and much sought after position so you may have to join a queue! However take a chance and please contact The Chairman, his contact details are on page 9. The duties of the Secretary are as follows: What To is take this? the minutes of public and committee meetings and produce sufficient copies of the minutes for perusal and agreement by members at the next meeting. To write letters as directed by the Chairman or as directed by a majority agreement of the committee. To make any letters received available to the Chairman and committee members for perusal. To receive Borough planning applications by post and make these available at public and committee meetings. For secretarial duties the Secretary will be paid 50 per quarter, paid in arrears. Expenses such as postage, stationery, petrol and telephone/internet are paid on production of receipts and accurate records. Waterlooville Swimming Pool A community asset ASSOCIATION NEWS Published by the Waterlooville and District Residents' Association (Covering the Wards of Cowplain, Stakes, Waterlooville and Hart Plain including part of Lovedean). Opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the contributors. The Publishers do not accept any liability for advertisements, statements in articles or letters published. The Association reserves the right to withdraw or refuse an advertisement if, in the opinion of the Association, the actions of the advertiser reflect badly on the Association and/or the Ratepayer Magazine. All articles herein may be reproduced only in their entirety and must acknowledge their source W.& D.R.A. 1 Ho, Ho, Ho! Yes it will soon be Christmas! Unfortunately, some of us have to think that far ahead. So, if you are the person responsible for a Christmas gathering or event that you would others to know about, then we need to know by the 25th of this month so it can printed in the December edition of the magazine. Details as to how you can submit an article or information you want printed are on Page 9. Deliverers Wanted Do you enjoy a healthy walk, perhaps with your dog? Then why not combine that exercise with the delivery of monthly copies of this magazine to your neighbours? You would be helping yourself, your community and ensuring this magazine, packed with local information and advertisements, is delivered on a regular basis. We have a number of areas that need volunteer deliverers; have we interested you? If you would like more detail please contact Maureen Walker, our Distribution Manager, on Tel: Register of Electors 2007 This form should be returned by the 15th October. Of interest are the two types of register, the full and edited versions. See the reverse of the form for an explanation. The next Waterlooville and District Residents' Association Public Meeting is on Thursday 5th October at the Waterlooville Community Centre MIKE ATTRIDGE 'BRICKWORK' DECORATIVE GARDEN WALLS, PATIOS AND ALL OTHER BRICKWORK UNDERTAKEN Free estimates with no obligation Horndean-Lovedean-Cowplain Clanfield-Waterlooville Tel: (023)

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4 Looking north from Portsdown Hill towardsthe South Downs 2000 years ago this area was little more than a speck on Earth. Unlike our distant neighbours of Chichester, Winchester, Portchester and Portsmouth who have a wealth of history we have none. This is due in part to our geological situation. Living as we do in the Hampshire basin whose footings are chalk, the subsoil is a feet layer of London clay. Where the clay ends are the chalk springs. These are most copious at Brockhampton whilst others at Bedhampton and Havant supply our water. It is said that the daily demand on this supply is the greatest from such a source in the British Isles, if not the World. Early man settled where he found it to his advantage. The earliest settled men lived off and relied upon the soil. They were in their own way farmers. They needed a good supply of drinking 2000 YEARS OF HISTORY WRITTEN BY DAVID PINK PART 1 IN THE MISTS OF TIME water and, for watering their crops a good irrigation system, together with nice light easily tilled soil on which to work. The area we have come to know as Waterlooville and Cowplain had neither, and because it lacked spring water, good soil and mineral wealth, the early settlers waited until man ceased to rely entirely upon them before making it his home. The clay, which sealed the water into the chalk, was too thick for a spring to break surface, and the water which fell onto the surface tended to run off the clay into watercourses and out to sea. The whole area between Horndean and Bedhampton was like an arid desert so far as water was concerned, and so it remained until the 19th Century. However unsuited to the early farmer, the clay was ideal for supporting the vegetation of the forest. Growing lush and thick it was difficult to penetrate. The home of outlaws, wild beasts, itinerant charcoal burners and the occasional potter, it was the original Forest of Bere and had no direct route through it from Purbrook to Horndean. The development of Portsmouth as a premier Naval Port in the reign of Henry VIII required a more direct route between Capital and Port. Until then local travellers to the north or south, took the ancient Roman track through Havant, Rowlands Castle, Buriton and Petersfield. Some however, risked the perils associated with the forest route and employed guides at Horndean or Purbrook. Thus the clay which kept the settler out also deterred the unwary visitor from coming in. Part 2 The 1800 s and Beyond will be printed in a subsequent edition of the magazine. 4

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8 NEW TECHNOLOGY - A MUST According to Internet Watchdogs, Ofcom, many older people are missing out on vital services by not using the Internet. These include local and central government services, as well as the best deals for commercial services and interest rates for savings. Information Technology can also combat social isolation by restoring contact with relatives and friends all over the world, help maintain independence, choice and control over the essential of daily living via Internet shopping etc, and be a source of knowledge and entertainment. Figures produced by Ofcom suggested that as many as 60% of people over the age of 65 years did not understand the term broadband, while more than half did not take up Internet access as they saw no benefit in being online. But according to Ofcom s consumer panel the majority of older people would happily enter the information technology age if they had support in overcoming their fears. Age Concern runs computer courses which offer one to one tuition at the older person s pace in: Cowplain (Wednesdays 9.30am to 1.30pm); Havant (Tuesdays 10am to 4pm and Fridays 10am to 3pm); Petersfield (Thursdays 10am to 1pm) Want to know more? Tel: for more information. This article was reprinted from There s More To Life Hampshire, with kind permission of Chris J Perry. BOOST CAR SAFETY, SAYS COUNTY COUNCIL Boost your child s chance of staying safe in a car - that s the message from Hampshire County Council s road safety team as new legislation comes into effect. From September 2006, children up to 4 5" (1.35m) in height must use a child car seat or booster when travelling in cars, vans and other goods vehicles, as they are not tall enough to wear an adult seat belt safely and effectively. There will be a few exceptions - visit for details - but in general any adult breaking the new law could end up with a 30 fixed penalty notice or a fine of up to 500 if a case goes to court. The County Council s Executive Member for Environment, said: Just because a child has grown out of a child seat doesn t mean an adult seat belt is suitable - in fact, the belt itself could cause serious injury if it s worn across the neck rather than the shoulder, as it would be if the child is under 4 5" or 1.35m. Children who have grown out of child seats must use booster seats or cushions from 18 September. It s a small price to pay for added safety and peace of mind. Equally important is to ensure that any child car seat; booster seat or booster cushion is fitted correctly. The road safety team has joined forces with County Council trading standards officers for its popular annual car seat safety checks. Visit for details of where the checks will be carried out. The Gospel Hall, Mill Road, Waterlooville, holds Coffee Mornings each Friday from 10am to 12 noon, offering tea, coffee and home-made cakes. Keep Fit for mature ladies pm, Wednesdays at Lovedean Village Hall. New members welcome. Tel: St George s Ladies Group meet socially to hear visiting speakers on a variety of topics. 2nd and 4th Thursdays, September to July, 8pm St. George s Church Hall, Waterlooville. EDITORIAL NOTICES Old Ratepayer magazines, photos and news cuttings I am always willing to give a good home to any of these and can promise they will be well looked after. Tel: St George's Church, Waterlooville holds Coffee Mornings every Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 12 noon in St George's Hall. All proceeds to charity. Also a Market every Thursday from 9.30am to 11.30am in St. George's Church Hall, Waterlooville. Home made cakes, produce, cards, crafts, eggs, plants, etc. Coffee and tea also available. Waterlooville Town Market - each Friday in the Precinct. RE-ACTION (Tools for self-reliance) - If you have any tools suitable for refurbishment, or scap lead, copper or brass to help raise money towards dispatching the tools to the Third World, then contact Bob Ginger Tel: Coffee Morning in St Wilfrid's Hall on Saturday 21st October from 10am to 12 noon in aid of The Rowans. rafles, etc. All welcome to support this event. Ark Angels are holding Table-Top Sales with refreshments on Saturday 7th October at St George's Hall, Waterlooville from 10.30am to 3.30pm. Also at Lovedean Village Hall on Saturday 21st October from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. All proceeds to support Stubbington Ark Animal Shelter. Tel: for more details. SNAP (Say No And Phone) disco will take place on Saturday 28th October from 7pm to 11pm at the Havant Leisure Centre. These events enable year olds to enjoy a good night out in a drug and alcohol free environment. Entry is by ticket, 4 in advance. Tel: or visit Havant or Waterlooville Leisure Centres. Supported by Neighbourhood Watch and the Local Police. Watelooville And District Philatelic Society will meet on Thursday 19th October, at the Westbrook Hall, Tempest Avenue, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Subject: Members Interests - Any material. Advance Notice - St Wilfrid's Church - will hold a Xmas Fair on Saturday 18th November from 10am to 12 noon. Lovedean Village Hall will hold a Car Boot and Table Top Sale on Sunday 1st October from 2pm and an Antiques Fair on Saturday 4th November from 10.30am. Further details Tel: or Cowplain Bowling Club Membership open to ladies and gentlemen, at all level of play, including those who wish to start bowling. Secretary Tel: Southdown s Ladies Harmony Chorus meet at All Saints Church Hall, Catherington Lane, Horndean, every Wednesday from 7.30pm to 10.30pm. New members welcome. Tel: for details. Help in Bereavement - Trained visitors to stand by you when you need a friend. Tel: Waterlooville South Community Board meet at the Deverell Hall, London Road, Purbrook. For details please contact Cllr Moss at Tel: and/or Pam Cooper Tel: Havant Borough Talking Newspaper for the Blind - For free tapes, or for any volunteers wishing to help, contact Tel: or Havant Borough Talking Newspaper for the Blind, St Faith s Church House, The Pallant, Havant, PO9 1BE. Street Lighting Defects These should be reported on Tel: quoting the number on the lamp post. 8

9 WATERLOOVILLE AND DISTRICT RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (Covering the Wards of Cowplain, Stakes, Waterlooville and Hart Plain including part of Lovedean) Affiliated to the Hants. Fed. of Residents Associations President: D. Foyle I.S.M., Tel: Vice President: F Rozzell, Tel: Chairman: Mr. D. Pink, Tel: Vice Chairman: Mrs. J. Rea, Tel: Hon. Treasurer: Mr. N. Chedzey, 103 Sutton Road, Cowplain, Waterlooville, PO8 8PT, Tel: Hon. Secretary & Minutes Secretary: Position vacant Distribution Manager: Mrs Walker, Tel: ADVERTISING AND MAGAZINE ARTICLES For advertising enquiries, comments or to submit articles contact the Business Manager/Magazine Compiler at 11 Ruskin Way, Waterlooville, PO8 8JX or business@theratepayer.org.uk. NEXT BLOOD DONATION SESSIONS Tuesdays (3rd and 31st Oct), 1.30pm to 3.25pm and 4.30pm to 7.15pm at WACA (Behind ASDA). Wednesday 11th October, 10am to 2:30pm at St Wilfrid's Church, Padnell Road, Cowplain. National Blood Service Website - You can pre book appointments via Tel: USEFUL INFORMATION Waterlooville Police Station: Swiss Road Waterlooville, Hants. PO7 7FX. Tel: 999 in emergencies or 101 for nonemergency calls, giving your details, your address or location, and the information or assistance you require. The switchboard should then put you through to the relevant department to assist you. Most incidents will be attended by an officer from one of the shifts, with the community beat officer concentrating on long term problems. You can also leave information-only messages, dealt with in strict confidence, on the Crimestoppers Tel: Registrar of Births and Deaths: Fernglen Town Hall Road, Havant. Tel: Hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 1pm. Mon and Tue 2pm pm. Citizens Advice Bureau, Swiss Cottage, 9 St. Georges Walk (Hambledon Road) Waterlooville. Tel: (Answer phone out of hours). Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu and Fri 10am 3pm. Telephone advice available 1pm to 3pm on Wed and 10am to 3pm on Thu on Tel: Disabled Information and Advice Line (DIAL) Tel: (answer phone when closed). Good Neighbours Schemes: Cowplain Tel: Waterlooville Tel: (Help line 9am - 6 pm. Mon to Fri. For assistance with collecting prescriptions, lifts, small odd jobs and errands.) Community Centres and Halls: Westbrook Hall (No telephone) Wecock Tel: Waterlooville Tel: Cowplain Tel: Merchistoun Hall Tel: Lovedean Village Hall Tel: Deverell Hall Purbrook Tel: Havant and District MENCAP, Anders House, Milton Road. Available for hire. Tel: Springwood Community Building Tel: MEDICAL SERVICES DENTAL HELPLINE - Freephone: DOCTORS Drs. J Tate, K. McNicol; L.M. Martin; H.M. Penfold; M. A. Saville,, Waterlooville Health Centre, Dryden Close. Tel The above doctors also practice at the Westbrook Branch Surgery, 1 Aintree Drive, Cowplain. Tel Drs. D.A. Spruell; N.J. Roberts; S. Pethen; H.F. Keohane; J. E. Clarke-Williams; R.D. Bowerman; Dr D.K. Pickup; Dr C.C. Fleischer, The Surgery, Forest End, Waterlooville. Tel The above doctors also practice at the branch surgery, Waterlooville Health Centre. Tel Dr. R.J.E. Daniel, 26 London Road, Cowplain. Tel Drs. S.P. Stanley; S.J. Hobson; J.R. Warwick, Queenswood Surgery, 233 London Rd, Waterlooville. Tel Drs. M.D. Hargreaves; P.M. Thakrar, The Surgery, 133 London Rd, Cowplain. Tel Drs. M. Gregori; N.J. Millen; T.S. Wright; M Johns, The Surgery, 2 Padnell Road, Cowplain. Tel Drs. A.P.U. King; P. D. Boyle; M.J. White; K.L. Burton; A.M.S. Bateman, Stakes Lodge Surgery, 3A Lavender Road, Waterlooville. Tel OTHER MEDICAL SERVICES: Available from Waterlooville Health Centre, Dryden Close, Waterlooville, P07 6AJ. Tel: Child Health Clinic: Tue 9.30am am. Thu 2pm - 3pm. Podiatry Service (Chiropody): By appointment. Tel: As above. Family Planning and Well Woman Clinics: Mon 5pm - 7pm, Wed 1pm - 3 pm. Red Cross Medical Loan Service: Mon and Fri 2pm - 4pm, Wed 10am - 12noon. Tue and Thu 10am - 12noon and 2pm - 4pm. Tel: LIFE: Free Pregnancy Testing and Associated Counselling. Wecock Community Centre each Thu 10am - 12noon. Tel: Alternative / Complementary Health Therapy including Aromatherapy & Spiritual Healing. Tel: Southern Migraine Society: Meetings held on 3rd Tue, November, January, March and April at Northern Parade Clinic, Doyle Avenue, Hilsea at 7.45pm. Tel: for details N.H.S. Direct: 24 Hrs service Tel: Carers Helpline: Tel: SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECT Tel: Hampshire County Council Information Centre in Waterlooville Library Tel: CHURCHES: St. George's: Hambledon Road, Waterlooville. For enquiries Tel: Fr. Mike Sheffield. St. Wilfrid s: Padnell Road, Cowplain. Tel: Rev. Paul Moore. Contact St. Wilfrid s Parish Office for details of services or more information. Hart Plain Church: Hart Plain Avenue, Cowplain. Joint Anglican and Methodist. Minister Revd. Timothy Jessiman Tel: Sacred Heart RC Church, London Road, Waterlooville, Father Kevin Bidgood. Tel: Cowplain Evangelical Church: Durley Avenue. Tel: Waterlooville Baptist Church: 368 London Road, Waterlooville. Tel: (Church Secretary). Lovedean United Reformed Church: Meet Lovedean Village Hall every Sunday at 11am. Tel:

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13 ASSOCIATION NEWS Orchid on The Down View from The Down HAMPSHIRE TACKLES THE SCHOOL RUN Hampshire County Council today launched a major new drive to reduce school-run congestion and promote greater choice in education, particularly among the least privileged. Hampshire County Council will trial a wide range of genuine alternatives to the car. This will include dedicated Americanstyle school buses as well as ways of making existing buses more attractive to parents and children. Measures to encourage safe walking, cycling and car-share will also be tested. The trial is expected to last for three years. The dedicated buses are likely to benefit families whose children typically have to travel between one and three miles to school. For a small charge, children will be able to hop aboard the smart branded vehicles, which will have all the latest safety features and dedicated drivers. The County Council is about to launch consultation with schools to choose areas to pilot the innovative schemes. This choice will be based on socio-economic factors such as car ownership and proximity to other schools. Where possible, the new measures will be part-funded through fare revenue, private hire by schools during the day and sponsorship. The project is expected to bring further benefits such as reduced car miles, environmental benefits and parents increased ability to work. It s also expected to have a positive impact on health, well being and educational achievement. The pilot areas were expected to be announced in September. Hampshire County Council already arranges transport to schools for 14,500 children on a daily basis at a total cost of 21 million, including 11.4 million on transport for children with special needs. There are 1,300 contracts run to transport children to school by coach, bus or taxi. TOURISM BRINGS HOME THE BACON FOR HAMPSHIRE According to a recent Tourism SouthEast (regional tourist board) survey commissioned by Hampshire County Council, spending by day and overnight visitors has soared to 1.85 billion from 1.11 billion in And the total value to the Hampshire economy is a whopping 2.72 billion. The survey has revealed that day-trippers alone are splashing out an impressive 1.1 billion in the county, compared to 690 million in And tourism is not only boosting the county s economy, it s providing jobs too with 50,000 actual jobs - including part time and seasonal - supported by tourism, representing 4.2% of the county s economically active population. The County Council s Executive Member for Economic Development, said: These latest figures prove that tourism in Hampshire is doing really well, helping to boost the county s economy. These are extremely positive figures which have resulted from a great deal of work to raise awareness through visitor guides and on the internet of the county s many treasures from its historic forts, museums, country parks and zoos to its links with famous authors such as Jane Austen and Charles Dickens. Business and conference visitors also play a really important part in generating additional spend in the local economy. Working in partnership with Tourism South East and district and borough councils, the County Council will continue to promote Hampshire as a great place to come and stay for business or pleasure to help boost these figures further. COME AND JOIN US What do you do with your leisure time in winter? Why not try the game of Bowls on a full size Indoor rink? It is a very pleasant and sociable sport suitable for both sexes and all ages. Havant Indoor Bowling Club invite you to attend their Open Days At no charge, when the bar and catering services will be available. All will be welcome between 2pm and 5pm on Saturday and Sunday the 7th and 8th October. What can you lose? Come along and find out more, or log on now to: The club is next door to Havant Leisure Centre, Civic Centre Road, Havant. 13

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