Page 8 • The HERALD • 6th August 2026 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v Services: Handcrafted Traditional Oak Framing & Local Installation Call us today for a Free No Obligation Quote 023 8198 0182 Opening Hours Monday-Friday 9.30am to 4pm Hello@newforestoak.co.uk www.newforestoak.co.uk Garages, Porches, Canopies, Pergolas, Gazebos, Garden Structures and more…… ALL ASPECTS OF ELECTRICAL WORK UNDERTAKEN • Full Rewires • New Circuits • Consumer Unit Replacements • Electric Vehicle Charging Points • Landlord Certification • Smart Homes • Central Heating Controls 023 8089 0932 or 07534 343631 www.alnelectrical.co.uk info@alnelectrical.co.uk e Handy Trust is once again running activities in the local area during the school holidays. Activities include arts and cra s and sports; a free healthy lunch option is supplied. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult, the whole family are welcome! NFDC Tenancy O cer Becky will be at the Tuesday sessions at Hythe Youth Hub and there will be visits from Solent Mind throughout the holiday clubs. Each week has a di erent theme: Sports Skills is the theme running from 3rd August with sessions Tuesday – Thursday, 11.30am–1.30pm at Hythe Youth Hub and Friday 7th August, 11am-1.30pm at Knightstone and 2pm–3.30pm at Netley View. Adventure is the theme for 11th August week, with sessions Tuesday – Thursday, 11.30am–1.30pm at Hythe Youth Hub and Friday 14th August, 3pm–4pm in Boldre, 4.30pm-5.30pm in East Boldre and 6.30pm–8pm at Sway Drop In Hub. Job Role Play is the theme for 17th August week, with sessions Tuesday – Thursday, 11.30am–1.30pm at Hythe Youth Hub. On Friday 21st August is a Skate Park Competition at Netley View Skate Park, 10am–3pm, compete and learn new skills from professionals at Rubicon. Tuesday 25th August, 11am–3pm, is e Handy Trust’s Youth Social Action Wellbeing Festival at Hythe Youth Hub, a free event funded by Sovereign Network Group. ere will be a range of stalls, activities, games, music, food and visitors including workshops from Youthshoots. To get your exclusive wristband RSVP to: info@the handytrust.org.uk festival wear is encouraged! For more information visit: www.thehandytrust.co.uk or email: info@thehandytrust.org.uk Thanks to the Handy Trust’s funders and supporters: Hythe and Dibden Parish Council, Waterside Community Fund, New Forest District Council, Hythe Youth Club and Sovereign Network Group. Summer Holiday Fun with The Handy Trust Cadland Enjoy Forest Week All the children at Cadland Primary School in Holbury, had a fantastic time during their Forest Week in July. Taking part in a wide range of exciting, hands-on activities, the children enjoyed den building in the school’s woodland, tried their hand at whittling, and used felting wool to help create a beautiful large tapestry that will be proudly displayed in the school. roughout the week, the school was delighted to welcome several visitors from the local community, who shared their knowledge and expertise with the children. Chloe, the Bee Lady from e Noble Bee, taught the children about di erent species of bees and the vital role they play in the environment. Jim, a New Forest Ranger, spoke about the importance of protecting the New Forest and how everyone can help to care for this special place, before inviting the children to explore the ranger’s wagon and its fascinating artefacts. ey were also visited by two local police o cers, who spoke about staying safe in the community and around water. e children thoroughly enjoyed dressing up in police uniform and sitting inside the police car. Jayson from the Raptor and Reptile Centre brought along an amazing selection of minibeasts and magni cent birds of prey, giving the children an unforgettable close-up experience, while local artist Angela Corbin inspired the children to create their own beautiful New Forest artwork. Forest Week was a truly memorable experience, providing the children with wonderful opportunities to learn new skills, deepen their understanding of the natural world, and enjoy a week full of fun, exploration, and creativity. Whole School photo
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