Something for everyone in Winton & Moordown

Two areas of the sea-side town Bournemouth which remain distinct and individual
are Winton and Moordown.
The bustling mile or so of shops and businesses has a strong community spirit.
There is plenty of roadside parking, car parks and bus stops along the route with pubs,
takeaways, restaurants and cafés lending a cosmopolitan feel.

The area has developed in a relatively short space of time and was originally a settlement, partly constructed over clay and gravel pits. The local white clay was used to make bricks.

Key figures in the area’s development were the wealthy sisters, Georgina and Marianne Talbot who were determined to do what they could to give the poverty-stricken local agricultural workers a better life.

By 1891 the Winton population alone had reached 4,000. Eight years later it had risen to 7,200. In the 1880s Winton was said to be in the parish of Moordown, but by 1899 there had been so much development that this soon became the opposite.

One of the acknowledged classics of English literature was written by a woman who lived in Winton and gained her further education in Winton library. Flora Thompson’s trilogy ‘Lark Rise to Candleford,’ published 60 years ago, is now a popular and well-know piece of English literature.

It’s a long time now since the last horse and cart trotted through Winton and Moordown. Agriculture is a thing of the past, so take a look at this feature to find out what types of businesses and services are available today in this high tech 21st century.

Autoglaze – Your local independent windscreen and window tinting specialists, covering the south coast. We undertake all car and commercial vehicle glazing, and we are insurance company approved. See our website www.autoglaze.co.uk for more information.

Big Picture Art – a well established picture framer in Moordown. Also offers framed original and limited edition work by local and published artists. A canvas printing and stretching service is also available.

Bournemouth Phone Centre specializes in mobile phone unlocking and accessories. Most makes and models can be unlocked including Nokia, Sony Ericsson, LG, Samsung, Blackberry, Motorola and iPhones. All unlocks are charged at a flat rate price of £10. A large range of batteries, chargers, sim and memory cards are kept in stock. Pricing on accessories is highly competitive too.

Carly’s Crafts – stockists of Rowan, Debbie Bliss, Noro, Patons and Stylecraft wool. Childrens’ crafts. Large selection of patterns, needles and other accessories. Knitting group, Wednesday mornings, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Delivery service available.

Clean & Fresh Limited has recently been accepted into the Woolsafe Certified Operator Network, an organization devoted to the specialist care of Wool Carpets & Rugs. Using only Woolsafe approved products we can guarantee the most thorough cleaning with the greatest level of care.

Compatible Cartridge Company has over 7 years experience. Our family run business offers the highest quality recycled ink and laser cartridges available, giving you the confidence to return to us time and time again.

J A Rose & Company – Accountants have provided a fully professional service for local businesses and individuals for 15 years. All accountancy and taxation work undertaken at very competitive fees. Free initial consultations. Fully qualified. Telephone 01202 523099 or email jaroseandcompany@tiscali.co.uk

Kelly Eye Care – Excellent service and value for money from this independent optician. They have a fantastic range of frames – something a bit different to the High Street chains. And they also give you a great deal with a second pair including varifocals and prescription sunglasses

Quality Renovations – We have 40 years of experience and can offer many services such as painting and decorating, wallpapering and tiling, electrical and plumbing, carpentry and plastering, kitchens, bathrooms and showers fitted. No job too small.

Rhapsody Coffee – Not your usual café. Quality food and Italian coffee at reasonable prices. Try a tasty wrap or Panini, homemade soup for the winter and finish off with an indulgent cake. A great experience guaranteed. So, take a break from the ordinary!

Slimming World – You are sure of a warm welcome as you step through the doors of our friendly Slimming World Group. I can’t wait to tell you about food optimising – the most generous, flexible and effective healthy eating plan ever.

Somerfield – Have you tried home delivery? You shop, we drop. Service available Monday – Saturday between 2 and 6pm. Free when you spend £25 or more. Shop in your lunch hour and have your shopping delivered the same day. We look forward to seeing you soon. www.somerfield.co.uk

Sunsation – The only tanning salon in Dorset with excess of 200 watts UVA. Hygienic and modern stand-up units in which you can boogy to the music. We also have the largest selection of tanning accelerators and creams on the south coast, ranging from 50p to £4 a sachet

Tickles & Co - Your local gift shop. Quirky home wares! Personalized Gifts! Loads of Diddl and Fun smellies!

Winton Natural Health & Skin Care. On presentation of this feature, or downloaded copy from www.mags4dorset.co.uk this entitles you to £1 off any skin care purchase in September.