v THE HERALD - YOUR COMMUNITY MAGAZINE v 20th April 2023 • The HERALD • Page 15 Unit 7 New Forest Enterprise Centre, Chapel Lane, Totton, SO40 9LA 023 8066 0022 • www.proteksecurity.co.uk ✓ Intruder/ Burglar Alarms ✓ CCTV Video Surveillance ✓ Wireless Systems ✓ Driveway/ Perimeter Alarms ✓ Fire Alarms ✓ Video Entry Systems ✓ Repairs-Upgrades-Maintenance ✓ 24hr Monitoring ✓ 24/7 Support ✓ Insurance Approved ✓ Local-Friendly-Reliable ✓ Free Quotation & Site Survey Professional Security for Homes and Business Free Estimates • Fully Insured • Quality Service Tel: 023 8194 0878 • Mobile: 07710 464093 Email: mark@markparsonsdecorating.co.uk Web: www.markparsonsdecorating.co.uk Interior & Exterior Painting & Decorating Services JIM GRASSICK Double Glazing Repairs • Locks • Handles • Hinges • Glass Over 40 years experience Tel: 07712 718343 Email: jamesgrassickSO45@gmail.com Put Your Repairs in Safe Hands A.M.H. Handyman Services Internal & External Painting All aspects of DIY Work • Flat Pack Assembly Power Washing: Driveways, Patios, Paths & Decking Gutter, Fascia Boards & Window Cleaning (Bungalows only) Call or email Andy for a free estimate Tel: 07961 443623 handyandyharding@gmail.com Local and Reliable Send your local news to The Editor, The Herald, 2 High Street, Hythe SO45 6AH Champion Pear Tree is Officially Recognised by Guinness World Records A pear tree in Stockbridge has been o cially recognised as a Guinness World Records title holder, for the longest espaliered plant. Located within the walled kitchen garden of Houghton Lodge Gardens, the champion espaliered pear tree, ‘Beurre Diel’, spans the west-facing wall, with an incredible width of 53.6” long (16.33 meters). Houghton Lodge Gardens, which celebrates its 230th Anniversary this year, recently welcomed e Worshipful e Mayor of Romsey Councillor Alan Dowden, and Mayoress Councillor Celia Dowden, for a special visit to view the world record holding pear tree and to tour the gardens including the heritage orchard with many historic apple and pear trees, formal and informal gardens, woodland grotto and water meadows complete with alpacas and Hebridean sheep. ey also had a sneak preview of the new oriental garden before it was open to the public. Houghton Lodge owner, Sophie Busk said: “We are delighted that Guinness World Records have announced we have a new world record and that our Champion Pear is officially the longest in the world! This old species of pear loves growing as an espalier, hence why it’s succeeded so well growing against our wall. It’s a real honour and another reason for visitors to come and visit.” e glorious pear tree is not the only recognised tree in the gardens. e Tree Register also discovered an Acer Cappadocicum ‘Aureum’ (Golden Cappadocian Maple), found in the plantings behind the summer house, which at 15m x 182cm at 0.7m has been awarded the Hampshire County champion for height and girth. The Register also identi ed the lovely Gingko in the yard by the house as being the 4th tallest in Hampshire. For more information about Houghton Lodge Gardens please visit: houghtonlodge.co.uk Left to Right: Daniel Busk, Sophie Busk, The Mayor of Romsey, Councillor Alan Dowden and Mayoress Councillor Celia Dowden (Credit: Tara Bradley-Birt) Waterside Woodcarvers recently held a busy and informative March Social at St Andrews. A er a brief AGM the Members Cup was awarded to Jo Lapage for her enthusiastic promotion of the club at events, for managing the rst aid kits and for going out of her way to help others. Following delicious refreshments, long-standing member Allan Mechen gave a fascinating talk on how to prepare before carving – well timed for many of the relatively new members but reminders to those more experienced too. e a ernoon nished with a ra e and a vote for the topic for this year’s Wood Block challenge. Members were able to purchase lime wood blocks, tools, timber, books and club clothing. Woodcarving Workshops at Noadswood School resume for the summer term on Thursday 27th April, 6pm to 8pm. Many of the new members have completed their half dolphins, so they are now keen to spread their wings and try something new. Look out for members with samples of their carvings on stands at a number of local events throughout the summer. For further information please visit: www.watersidewoodcarvers.co.uk or phone the Chairman on 023 8084 5787. WATERSIDE WOODCARVERS
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