GUTTERS CLEANED AND REPAIRED • FASCIAS • SOFFITS • GUTTERING • ROOF CLEANING • CONSERVATORIES • ROOFS • GUTTER REPAIRS 22nd August 2024 • The HERALD • Page 29 v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v • 9 Ground Floor Rooms • Disabled Access • O Road Parking • Large, peaceful rear garden • Local Facilities less than a 5 minute walk • Ideally situated just o the A326 on the edge of the New Forest Ian & Cathy Lee Beaulieu Road, Dibden Purlieu. SO45 4PT 023 8084 6073 www.ashdenehouse.co.uk cathy@ashdenehouse.co.uk Ashdene Guest House Quality Bed and Breakfast Accommodation on the Edge of the New Forest in Dibden Purlieu Waterside Carpet Cleaning PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING! Using Prochem Equipment and Materials • SPOT/STAIN TREATMENT • Fully Insured 023 8066 0878 or 07770 337917 www.watersidecarpetcleaning.com Summer Events at Exbury Gardens Exbury Gardens in the New Forest, one of the south’s best loved ‘horti family attractions, has a packed events programme this summer for visitors to enjoy, as well as 200 acres of beautiful gardens to explore. A seasonal riot of plant colour will be on o er in the Herbaceous Garden near Exbury House, exotic blooms in the Sundial Garden, the Centenary Garden will be in full summer oral show, and there will be hordes of elegant hydrangeas. Visitors can wander the swathes of beautiful landscaped woodland next to the Beaulieu River as well as over 20 miles of meandering pathways, and ride on Exbury’s famous steam railway. Summer events include: Summer Garden Games, running until 1st September, traditional garden games in the grounds throughout the summer holidays – free with gardens’ admission. 22nd-24th August: Exbury Festival of Music - Performing hit a er hit of arguably the greatest artists of all time, combining stunning vocals and live musicians, the concert experiences 21st Century ABBA, Upbeat Beatles and Motown by Moonlight bringing all the thrills of live performance to one of the most magni cent gardens in the UK: • 21st Century ABBA on Thursday 22nd August • Upbeat Beatles on Friday 23rd August • Motown by Moonlight on Saturday 24th August Ticket prices per evening: Adult (16+ years) £25, Child (5-15 years)/Student NUS £17, Family (2 adults + 2 children) £75. Experience the full three-day tribute extravaganza for less with a discounted pass. Carers and children under 5 are free. 24th August–8th September: Solent and Southern Art Collective Exhibition - 8 professional artists, makers and photographers based in and around the central south coast area. e work re ects a range of subjects, with many pieces celebrating the local landscape and wildlife. is is a rst-class collection of work spanning several mediums and promises something to delight everyone. Free with gardens admission or Friends of Exbury membership Monday 26th August: Donkey Day - Back by popular demand, Parc Ponies are returning to Exbury with their beautiful donkeys. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Donkey rides are limited to children aged 18 months - 8 years. Children must weigh under 6 stone/38kg to ride. Tickets are £4 in addition to gardens admission or Friends of Exbury membership. House – With help from one of the Exbury team, you can make your very own butter y house to take home. All the materials needed will be supplied coupled with a little Exbury ‘know-how’ as you choose how to decorate your creation. Tickets are £7 per Butter y House (in addition to gardens admission ticket or membership). Friday 30th August: Make a Hanging Basket - Join a member of the Exbury team for this fun, family workshop. Everything you need to make a hanging basket to take home. Tickets are £7 per basket (in addition to a gardens admission ticket or membership). To book on to any of the above events or to nd out more information please visit: www.exbury.co.uk Twinnies Petting Farm. Alpaca walking is a fun activity that is a great way to get out and enjoy nature while spending quality time with these friendly animals. Walking one is a great way to bond with them and learn about their behaviour and personalities. ey are gentle, friendly animals that are easy to handle and enjoy being around people. Tickets are £7 a session for a 15 minute walk, plus gardens’ admission or Friends of Exbury membership. Thursday 29th August: Make a Butterfly Tuesday 27th August: Open Air Theatre Romeo and Juliet - Illyria Outdoor eatre last performed this terri c play ten years ago; the production was Critic’s Choice in Edinburgh, attracted 5-star reviews in Canada and received a nomination for Best of Fringe in Vancouver. So don’t miss out this time around when the play lands in Exbury. Running time (approx): 2hrs 20mins (inc 20 minute interval). Gates open at 6pm, performance starts at 7pm. Suitable for all ages. Please bring picnic blankets or chairs as seating is not provided. Tickets are: Adults £20, Children (3-15) £12, Carers and children under 3 are free. Wednesday 28th August: Walk with Alpacas - Take a walk with your own beautiful alpaca, courtesy of Exbury Festival of Music Family next to the Wiggly Tree at Exbury Gardens
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