Page 24 • The HERALD • 14th September 2023 v INDEPENDENT, LOCAL AND PROUD v HANDY HANDS HANDYMAN S E RV I C E S Your Local Handyman For ALL Your Small Jobs • Gutter Clearance & Clearing • PVCu Fascias, Gutters, Soffits & Conservatory Cleaning • Pressure Cleaning of Paths & Patios •Window Cleaning • Interior & Exterior Painting • Grass Cutting, Strimming • Hedge Trimming • Shed Re-treated/ Roofs Re-felted • Flat Pack Assembly Fully Insured Free Estimates Work Guaranteed References on Request T: 023 8084 0096 M: 07840 860202 Contact me on 07732 983926 for booking details or visit wwww.adrianschoolofdrumming.com All ages and abilities caterd for Home Tuition or use of my drum kits DBS Certified Wet clean or Dry clean • Carpets • Rugs • Upholstery • Cushions • Mattresses • Caravans & Motor Homes Contact Chris for a free estimate and advice. We have full liability insurance 023 8104 0185 07770 792361 clean-u-up@hotmail.com We provide one of the best professional Carpet & Fabric cleaning Systems Call Richard on 07554 421544 or 023 8178 8299 PEST CONTROL RODENT AND INSECT TREATMENT PROPERTY SURVEYS, PROOFING AND HONEY BEE REHOMING Local Friendly Family Run Business Fully Trained & Insured HMS Medusa Celebrates 80th Birthday with Buckler’s Hard Visitors Buckler’s Hard visitors celebrated HMS Medusa’s 80th birthday, the harbour defence motor launch over the rst weekend of September. HMS Medusa – which took a starring role in Kenneth Branagh’s Dunkirk movie carrying soldiers including One Direction’s Harry Styles out to a destroyer – welcomed attraction visitors. Visitors were able to step on board the historic vessel, which was chosen for lming because of its role in helping to clear the way to Omaha Beach for D-Day. Buckler’s Hard visitors were able to talk to crew and learn more about the vessel’s role in history, as well as its part in the lming. HMS Medusa was built in Poole in 1943 as one of 480 vessels which provided an o shore anti-submarine screen for harbours. e vessels were built for endurance rather than speed and were made entirely then pass preserved cottages which line the gently sloping street on its way to the water’s edge. Or simply enjoy a riverside stroll in the picturesque village where time ows di erently. en with an admission ticket to Buckler’s Hard Museum, which celebrated its 60th anniversary this year, discover more about the maritime history of the village where ships for Nelson’s eet at Trafalgar were built. Enjoy summer River Cruises along Beaulieu River’s meandering saltmarshes. It’s the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, where you can spot waders and wildfowl and even a seal, if you’re lucky! Drop anchor and nd refreshments with the new menu at e Captain’s Table, where you can tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast, tasty lunch or sumptuous a ernoon tea. To stay overnight, book a room named a er Master Shipbuilder Henry Adams at the Master Builder’s House where Master Shipbuilder Henry Adams once lived. Buckler’s Hard in the New Forest, Hampshire is accessible by foot, car, motorbike – or boat! A parking charge contributes to the upkeep of the historic village. For tickets and details see: www.bucklershard.co.uk or call: 01590 616203. from wood and powered by diesel engines. e Medusa Trust is a registered charity which aims to preserve HMS Medusa ML1387 for future generations, aiming to stay at sea for as long as possible as a tribute to veterans and also to educate and inspire young people. Entry to Buckler’s Hard is free and voluntary donations to e Medusa Trust are gratefully received. As part of the new free access, visitors can step inside the original Shipwright’s Cottage and charming St Mary’s Chapel, with a smugglers’ cellar under the altar, HMS Medusa A Car Boot Sale is taking place at Memorial Car Park in Totton on Sunday 17th September from 9am to 12noon (weather permitting). No booking is required, sellers from 8am (for safety, sellers please do not leave before 11.30am). Any size car £5 and the area is hard standing. Please take your own tables. Use of community centre toilets, some free parking available. For more information please call: 023 8086 3769, 07503 484237, email: tandeca@ hotmail.co.uk or just turn up. Car Boot Sale HCFWI Balloon Race Langley WI’s next meeting is on Saturday 16th September for HCFWI Balloon Race, followed on Tuesday 19th September for a talk titled ‘Life a er Iran’ by Sandra Simmons. e WI o ers women the opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and campaign on wideranging issues. Langley WI meets every third Tuesday at their new venue of Jubilee Hall, Fawley, SO45 1DF at 7.30pm. Email: langleypres@hampshirewi.org.uk or check out their website at: www.hampshirewi.org.uk/ wi-page/langley-wi
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