Page 24 • The HERALD • 11th December 2025 v INDEPENDENT, LOCAL AND PROUD v 023 8155 0254 info@greenwayswaste.co.uk All aspects of Plastering undertaken Fully Qualified, Reliable, Quality Service Free Quotations Call Joe: 07713 724610 @jbplastering92 Experience A Magical Festive Season At Hamberley’s Luxury Care Homes In Hampshire from Hamberley Care Templeton Place in Southampton, and Alston House in Eastleigh o er a truly enchanting setting for the winter season, where twinkling lights, elegant decorations and warm hospitality create a festive atmosphere that feels both luxurious and upli ing. As the homes transform for Christmas, residents are welcomed into beautifully dressed lounges, cosy corners and vibrant community spaces that sparkle with seasonal cheer. It is a time for celebration, comfort and connection, all set within the re ned surroundings and exceptional care Hamberley is known for. roughout the season, residents enjoy chef-prepared menus that celebrate festive avours, comforting classics and beautifully presented dishes. Every meal feels like an occasion, whether shared in stylish dining rooms or savoured privately with loved ones. Alongside the wonderful food, a full calendar of winter activities - from musical a ernoons and creative workshops to cosy cinema evenings - ensures each day feels joyful, engaging and full of life. Life at Hamberley is all about choice, comfort and connection. Residents can unwind in the elegant café, visit the wellbeing and beauty salon, watch favourite lms in the deluxe cinema or host friends and family in an intimate private dining room. Spacious en-suite bedrooms provide calm, luxurious retreats, whilst companion suites o er an ideal option for couples or those seeking a little extra space during the colder months. is winter also brings exciting developments for those seeking enhanced support or greater independence. Alston House is welcoming new residents to its stunning Alston Apartments - maintenance-free living in contemporary, beautifully designed accommodation with delicious meals, hotel-style services and an active, friendly community right on the doorstep. With expert care available 24/7 next door, residents can enjoy complete peace of mind. Meanwhile, Templeton Place is expanding its care o ering with the introduction of a beautifully designed nursing suite in the New Year, ensuring those with more complex needs bene t from tailored, compassionate support. Residents can also enjoy delicious seasonal menus cra ed under the guidance of Templeton Place’s award-winning chef. With luxurious amenities, festive warmth and personalised care at the heart of every day, Hamberley’s Hampshire homes o er the perfect place to enjoy winter in comfort, companionship and style. To discover more or arrange a visit, simply search Hamberley Care and book your private tour today. Following a fascinating talk on woodland management at their September social, about 15 members of Waterside Woodcarvers went for a walk in the woods. e weather was perfect, the autumn colours spectacular and, ably led by Dave Dibden, the group learned rst hand about the historical and current management of Pondhead Inclosure. So o en wood carvers are just handling bits of timber, so it was a refreshing change for them to see the trees that produce those timbers. Oak, hornbeam, ash, pine, yew, sweet chestnut, beech and lime were all there. e walk was rounded o with a delicious lunch at the Crown Stirrup. Many of the members are already talking about a return trip in 2026 to see the spring wildlife. Fortnightly workshops at Noadswood School restart on Thursday 8th January, 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Newcomers age 16 or over are welcome. For more information about the club visit: www.watersidewoodcarvers.co.uk or phone Di Smith on: 07413 394689. Seeing the Wood from the Trees
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