thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Southampton shed destroyed in early morning blaze

FIREFIGHTERS raced to tackle a shed fire in the early hours of this morning .
A shed in Holcroft Road , Southampton was `` 100 per cent destroyed '' during a blaze at around 4.40am today .
Crews from Hightown and St Mary ’ s Fire Stations rushed to the scene .
No one was reported as injured however police were notified .
The stop message came in at 5.17am .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said : `` We were mobilised at 4.41am to Holcroft Road .
`` A 6ft shed and fence panelling were 100 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ One high-pressure hose reel was used .
`` Police were informed and the stop message came in at 5.17am . ''
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Police for comment .
It comes following a spate of shed fires across the Thornhill area of the city .
On May 30 a shed in Thornhill Avenue was burned to the ground .
According to police it is believed to have been purposely set alight .
Posting on social media a police spokesperson said : `` We are currently investigating a series of arson incidents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sheds and garages have been purposely set alight .
`` We are also speaking with the local Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service in order to collate all the information .
`` The most recent incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday , May 30 at around 1.30am hours in Thornhill Avenue .
`` If anyone has any information please contact us online , on 101 or Crimestoppers and quote reference number 44200192472 . ''

A shed in Holcroft Road, Southampton was "100 per cent destroyed" during a blaze at around 4.40am today.
Crews from Hightown and St Mary’s Fire Stations rushed to the scene.
No one was reported as injured however police were notified.
The stop message came in at 5.17am.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said: "We were mobilised at 4.41am to Holcroft Road.
"A 6ft shed and fence panelling were 100 per cent destroyed by fire.
"One high-pressure hose reel was used.
"Police were informed and the stop message came in at 5.17am."
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Police for comment.
It comes following a spate of shed fires across the Thornhill area of the city.
On May 30 a shed in Thornhill Avenue was burned to the ground.
According to police it is believed to have been purposely set alight.
Posting on social media a police spokesperson said: "We are currently investigating a series of arson incidents in the Thornhill Park area, whereby sheds and garages have been purposely set alight.
"We are also speaking with the local Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service in order to collate all the information.
"The most recent incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, May 30 at around 1.30am hours in Thornhill Avenue.
"If anyone has any information please contact us online, on 101 or Crimestoppers and quote reference number 44200192472."


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Romsey town centre road could temporarily close because of coronavirus

PLANS to temporarily close the main road through the heart of Romsey – in a bid to protect people from coronavirus – could happen “ early next week ” .
This comes after Hampshire County Council ( HCC ) announced The Hundred had been added to its list of projects to help people socially distance by providing more space for pedestrians and cyclists .
Now , Romsey town centre manager , Mark Edgerley , has revealed the road closure could happen “ early next week ” , meaning The Hundred would shut to motorists from “ just past Superdrug to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ Vehicles will be prohibited from entering the part of the Market Place where Caffè Nero and The White Horse Hotel are located.
” However , he added that drivers should still be able to “ access private parking behind Superdrug , drop and pick up customers from the White Horse Hotel , set up markets ” and use the space for “ limited other reasons ” .
He said : “ We expect signage will be available to introduce the scheme early next week , as there are delays in sign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ signage will be placed on all roads into Romsey encouraging drivers to use car parks and walk into the centre.
” As well as this , the town centre manager said access to Bell Street , Church Street and Abbey Water – via the United Reformed Church “ remains as it is now ” , but stressed “ further updates will follow.
” Mr Edgerley said : “ I am very pleased Hampshire County Council have agreed to this closure , which is very sensible .
“ Hopefully it will increase the confidence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the narrow bit of The Hundred to shop.
” This was a feeling expressed by other town leaders .
Deputy leader for Test Valley Borough Council , cllr Nick Adams-King , added : “ This is down to the pressure members of the public have put on Hampshire County Council to do this as well as the great work done by Mark Edgerley .
“ Test Valley Brough Council have greased the wheels for this by offering to pay half of the costs , which could come to £10,000 , because the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure The Hundred is safe for people to use .
Deputy leader of HCC and executive member for economy , transport and environment , Cllr Rob Humby , said : “ I would like to reassure Romsey residents that there is no need for concern about The Hundred ‘ not being closed off to vehicles ’ as some people may have been led to believe from a recent news report .
“ On the contrary , this is in our programme for the very near future as part of our work to support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more space for people walking and cycling as the high street reopens .
”

This comes after Hampshire County Council (HCC) announced The Hundred had been added to its list of projects to help people socially distance by providing more space for pedestrians and cyclists.
Now, Romsey town centre manager, Mark Edgerley, has revealed the road closure could happen “early next week”, meaning The Hundred would shut to motorists from “just past Superdrug to Latimer Street”.
Mr Edgerley said: “Vehicles will be prohibited from entering the part of the Market Place where Caffè Nero and The White Horse Hotel are located.”
However, he added that drivers should still be able to “access private parking behind Superdrug, drop and pick up customers from the White Horse Hotel, set up markets” and use the space for “limited other reasons”.
He said: “We expect signage will be available to introduce the scheme early next week, as there are delays in sign production due to demand.
“Advance signage will be placed on all roads into Romsey encouraging drivers to use car parks and walk into the centre.”
As well as this, the town centre manager said access to Bell Street, Church Street and Abbey Water – via the United Reformed Church “remains as it is now”, but stressed “further updates will follow.”
Mr Edgerley said: “I am very pleased Hampshire County Council have agreed to this closure, which is very sensible.
“Hopefully it will increase the confidence for local residents who wanted to come into the narrow bit of The Hundred to shop.”
This was a feeling expressed by other town leaders.
Deputy leader for Test Valley Borough Council, cllr Nick Adams-King, added: “This is down to the pressure members of the public have put on Hampshire County Council to do this as well as the great work done by Mark Edgerley.
“Test Valley Brough Council have greased the wheels for this by offering to pay half of the costs, which could come to £10,000, because the priority for us all is to make sure The Hundred is safe for people to use.
”
Deputy leader of HCC and executive member for economy, transport and environment, Cllr Rob Humby, said: “I would like to reassure Romsey residents that there is no need for concern about The Hundred ‘not being closed off to vehicles’ as some people may have been led to believe from a recent news report.
“On the contrary, this is in our programme for the very near future as part of our work to support the economic recovery of Hampshire by making more space for people walking and cycling as the high street reopens.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Marwell demanding more details of government's new £100m bail-out for zoos

MARWELL is demanding more details after the government announced a £100m bail-out which aims to ensure zoos survive the coronavirus outbreak .
Government ministers say the extra funding , which follows the £14m allocated in May , will help zoos meet the cost of feeding their animals .
They say it will also offset the impact of lower visitor numbers arising from the need to observe strict social distancing rules .
The bail-out has been announced by the Department for Food and Rural Affairs ( Defra ) .
Marwell , which reopens on Monday , is heavily in debt after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ faces a long road to recovery .
The chief executive , James Cretney , said : `` While we welcome all financial support for zoos we were disappointed that the previous zoo fund announced by the government wasn ’ t relevant for Marwell .
`` We urgently call upon Defra to clarify details of the expanded scheme .
`` Marwell Zoo , which is home to more than 140 species , is owned by Marwell Wildlife , a global conservation charity leading programmes in the UK , Africa and across the world .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ than 50,000 schoolchildren through curriculum based education programmes and welcome more than 500,000 visitors each year to our 140-acre site .
`` The charity relies on income from the zoo and fundraising efforts of our loyal supporters to secure the future of wildlife for generations to come .
`` We will reopen our gates Monday for the first time in three months with a host of safety measures in place to protect our guests , staff and animals .
`` These measures mean we will be significantly reducing guest numbers , so whilst @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guests again , we predict our road to financial recovery to be a long one . ''
The bail-out was announced by Animal Welfare Minister Lord Goldsmith .
He said : `` We have a world-leading zoo and conservation sector , and I know how hard zoos have been working to safeguard the welfare of their animals in the face of real financial hardship and uncertainty .
“ Allowing zoos to reopen has taken off some of the pressure , but the coronavirus pandemic has left them facing long-term financial problems .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for our zoos and aquariums and ensure the quality of animal care continues over the coming months . ''
Chief Secretary to the Treasury Steve Barclay added : “ Whilst zoos and aquariums are now able to reopen their doors , we know how difficult the past few months have been .
`` That ’ s why we ’ ve been doing everything we can to support them .
“ This extra £100m of funding will ensure those affected by the outbreak can continue to care for their animals as well as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Government ministers say the extra funding, which follows the £14m allocated in May, will help zoos meet the cost of feeding their animals.
They say it will also offset the impact of lower visitor numbers arising from the need to observe strict social distancing rules.
The bail-out has been announced by the Department for Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
Marwell, which reopens on Monday, is heavily in debt after 12 weeks in lockdown and says it faces a long road to recovery.
The chief executive, James Cretney, said: "While we welcome all financial support for zoos we were disappointed that the previous zoo fund announced by the government wasn’t relevant for Marwell.
"We urgently call upon Defra to clarify details of the expanded scheme.
"Marwell Zoo, which is home to more than 140 species, is owned by Marwell Wildlife, a global conservation charity leading programmes in the UK, Africa and across the world.
"We would ordinarily engage with more than 50,000 schoolchildren through curriculum based education programmes and welcome more than 500,000 visitors each year to our 140-acre site.
"The charity relies on income from the zoo and fundraising efforts of our loyal supporters to secure the future of wildlife for generations to come.
"We will reopen our gates Monday for the first time in three months with a host of safety measures in place to protect our guests, staff and animals.
"These measures mean we will be significantly reducing guest numbers, so whilst we are delighted to be finally welcoming guests again, we predict our road to financial recovery to be a long one."
The bail-out was announced by Animal Welfare Minister Lord Goldsmith.
He said: "We have a world-leading zoo and conservation sector, and I know how hard zoos have been working to safeguard the welfare of their animals in the face of real financial hardship and uncertainty.
“Allowing zoos to reopen has taken off some of the pressure, but the coronavirus pandemic has left them facing long-term financial problems.
"This funding will therefore be a lifeline for our zoos and aquariums and ensure the quality of animal care continues over the coming months."
Chief Secretary to the Treasury Steve Barclay added: “Whilst zoos and aquariums are now able to reopen their doors, we know how difficult the past few months have been.
"That’s why we’ve been doing everything we can to support them.
“This extra £100m of funding will ensure those affected by the outbreak can continue to care for their animals as well as the important conservation and educational work.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Hythe Ferry back in action after sailings suspended because of lockdown

A VITAL transport service is due to resume today - more than three months after it was suspended following the start of the national lockdown .
Hythe Ferry is operated by Blue Funnel , which has decided to begin operations again following the recent easing of restrictions and the prospect of more businesses reopening next Saturday .
People will once again be able to travel between Hythe and Southampton by boat instead of having to make the trip by road .
Lee Rayment , director of Blue Funnel , said : `` This has been a lot to do with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Many have asked for the ferry to run so they can return to work .
`` We have created a safe environment , with social distancing measures throughout . ''
As reported in the Daily Echo , sailings were halted in the middle of April after the lockdown resulted in business plummeting by 90 % .
The number of people boarding the ferry fell to just 15 a day , resulting in a `` drastic '' drop in income .
The service is normally used by commuters , people going shopping in Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ matches at St Mary 's Stadium .
Other regular passengers include Southampton residents who fancy a day out in the New Forest .
But people were left with little or no reason to use the ferry after strict social distancing measures were introduced to help prevent the spread of coronavirus .
The service normally sees between 150 and 700 passengers a day , depending on whether Saints are playing at home , but numbers slumped to only a fraction of their usual level .
Sailings were suspended and around 20 employees furloughed under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A Crowdfunding campaign launched to ensure the service survived the Covid-19 crisis proved so successful that Blue Funnel doubled its initial target of £5,000 .
Cash continued to pour in and the fundraising goal was raised again - from £10,000 to £12,000 .
The third target was also beaten , with supporters donating almost £13,000 .
The service is due to start operating again today , along with the electric train which runs the length of the pier .
The ferry will leave the pier at regular intervals between 6.30am and 6pm , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 4pm at weekends .
Mr Rayment said : `` We have created a safe environment , with social distancing measures throughout .
You 'll need to wear a mask on the train and inside the cabins on te ferry .
`` The company is still not in a great position and we are very hopeful of getting support from the local councils . ''
Alan Titheridge , who has written a book about the history of the ferry service , added : `` Seeing the pier gates locked and the ferry boats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most unsettling aspect of life in Hythe over the past ten weeks .
`` The ferry is at the very heart of the village .
`` It is its hub , providing access to the commercial and social opportunities of Southampton as well as bringing in a tourist trade that is beneficial to the local economy .
`` Hythe has had a ferry longer than the lifetime of everyone living here .
Nobody knows of a time it has n't been here .
`` The past 70 days have shown us what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It 's so good to see the boats in operation again and to hear the familiar and comforting 'clickety-clack ' of the train . ''
Several people have taken to social media to voice their delight at the resumption of the service .
One person posted : `` Fantastic news - thought for one minute it was gone forever . ''
Another social media user added : `` They keep saying we need to get cars off the roads so the ferry is a vital transport link . ''

Hythe Ferry is operated by Blue Funnel, which has decided to begin operations again following the recent easing of restrictions and the prospect of more businesses reopening next Saturday.
People will once again be able to travel between Hythe and Southampton by boat instead of having to make the trip by road.
Lee Rayment, director of Blue Funnel, said: "This has been a lot to do with public support, especially in Hythe. Many have asked for the ferry to run so they can return to work.
"We have created a safe environment, with social distancing measures throughout."
As reported in the Daily Echo, sailings were halted in the middle of April after the lockdown resulted in business plummeting by 90%.
The number of people boarding the ferry fell to just 15 a day, resulting in a "drastic" drop in income.
The service is normally used by commuters, people going shopping in Southampton city centre, and Saints fans attending matches at St Mary's Stadium.
Other regular passengers include Southampton residents who fancy a day out in the New Forest.
But people were left with little or no reason to use the ferry after strict social distancing measures were introduced to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.
The service normally sees between 150 and 700 passengers a day, depending on whether Saints are playing at home, but numbers slumped to only a fraction of their usual level.
Sailings were suspended and around 20 employees furloughed under the government's job retention scheme.
A Crowdfunding campaign launched to ensure the service survived the Covid-19 crisis proved so successful that Blue Funnel doubled its initial target of £5,000.
Cash continued to pour in and the fundraising goal was raised again - from £10,000 to £12,000. The third target was also beaten, with supporters donating almost £13,000.
The service is due to start operating again today, along with the electric train which runs the length of the pier.
The ferry will leave the pier at regular intervals between 6.30am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, and between 10am and 4pm at weekends.
Mr Rayment said: "We have created a safe environment, with social distancing measures throughout. You'll need to wear a mask on the train and inside the cabins on te ferry.
"The company is still not in a great position and we are very hopeful of getting support from the local councils."
Alan Titheridge, who has written a book about the history of the ferry service, added: "Seeing the pier gates locked and the ferry boats and train standing idle has been perhaps the most unsettling aspect of life in Hythe over the past ten weeks.
"The ferry is at the very heart of the village.
"It is its hub, providing access to the commercial and social opportunities of Southampton as well as bringing in a tourist trade that is beneficial to the local economy.
"Hythe has had a ferry longer than the lifetime of everyone living here. Nobody knows of a time it hasn't been here.
"The past 70 days have shown us what life could be like without it. It's so good to see the boats in operation again and to hear the familiar and comforting 'clickety-clack' of the train."
Several people have taken to social media to voice their delight at the resumption of the service.
One person posted: "Fantastic news - thought for one minute it was gone forever."
Another social media user added: "They keep saying we need to get cars off the roads so the ferry is a vital transport link."


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--PHOTOS: Balloon festival in 2000 – how many of these do you remember?

IT was one of Southampton 's most popular events and one many of us remember with great fondness and affection @ @ @ @ @ out for the first Balloon and Flower Festival of the then-new millennium on the city @ @ @ @ @ was one of the biggest and best with 80 balloons taking to the air .
@ @ @ @ @ the weekend festival was the Nightglow which provided a sight of balloons and fireworks .
@ @ @ @ @ as Bertie Bassett , the Budweiser beer can and Thomas the Tank Engine .
There @ @ @ @ @ display by some of the best stunt skydivers in the country .
READ MORE : @ @ @ @ @ on city 's Common > > > For those wanting to be in the thick @ @ @ @ @ were opportunities for the public to experience the thrill of hot air balloon travel .
@ @ @ @ @ a sea of colour with the flower festival , and there were also trade and @ @ @

Around 150,000 people turned out for the first Balloon and Flower Festival of the then-new millennium on the city's Common.
The event was one of the biggest and best with 80 balloons taking to the air.
One of the highlights of the weekend festival was the Nightglow which provided a sight of balloons and fireworks.
The balloons included favourites such as Bertie Bassett, the Budweiser beer can and Thomas the Tank Engine.
There was also a stunning parachute display by some of the best stunt skydivers in the country.
READ MORE: A load of hot air on city's Common >>>
For those wanting to be in the thick of the action, there were opportunities for the public to experience the thrill of hot air balloon travel.
Royal Southampton Horticultural Society provided a sea of colour with the flower festival, and there were also trade and catering stalls.


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Ten day lane closure on Southampton road

One lane of a busy road in Southampton will be closed for 10 days while work is carried out .
@ @ @ @ @ Wednesday July 8 , T Mobile will be working on Bullar Road in Bitterne Road @ @ @ @ @ and cabinet roots including new ducting will take place on the footway on Bullar Road @ @ @ @ @ boards approximately 18 metres away from a junction .
These works are described as essential @ @ @ @ @ and during this time one lane of the road will be closed off and so @ @ @ @ @ have been warned that delays may be likely .

From Monday June 29 until Wednesday July 8, T Mobile will be working on Bullar Road in Bitterne Road Southampton.
A telephone pole and cabinet roots including new ducting will take place on the footway on Bullar Road, next to the bill boards approximately 18 metres away from a junction.
These works are described as essential under the government coronavirus guidelines and during this time one lane of the road will be closed off and so will the footpath.
Drivers have been warned that delays may be likely.


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Warning to pet owners about the dangers of heat

HAMPSHIRE/DORSET pet owners are being warned of the dangers of scorching temperatures as heatwave alerts are set for the county .
With temperatures set to soar above 30°C this week , Blue Cross pet charity is warning pet owners of the dangers of pets in the heat and is offering advice to keep pets safe in the sun .
Alison Thomas , Senior Veterinary Surgeon at the Blue Cross hospital in London Victoria said : “ While we enjoy the sunshine and warm weather this week it is important to make sure our pets are kept safe .
`` They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be extremely dangerous and even fatal .
`` The heatwave this week will certainly prove too hot for most of our pets , so please do walk dogs early in the morning and late at night once it ’ s cooled down.
” A Blue Cross survey of 1,300 pet owners revealed nearly six in ten pet owners admitted they do not consider walking or letting their pets out at cooler times of day , putting them at risk of heatstroke and even burns to their pet ’ s paws from hot tarmac @ @ @ @ @ @ @ check if the tarmac is too hot to walk your dog is to take your own shoes off and stand on the path .
If you are unable to keep your feet on the path for five seconds , then it is not safe to walk your dog .
Flat-faced breeds , such as French bulldogs and pugs and Persian cats , are at a greater risk of heatstroke and collapse as their short muzzles can make breathing difficult , therefore cooling down much harder .
Older pets and those who are overweight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not just dogs that can be seriously affected by hot weather dangers .
The survey also revealed 57 per cent of pet owners are unaware of the life-threatening dangers open windows and balcony doors pose to their animals , while 51 per cent still believe that a cat ’ s ability to land on their feet would save them in a fall .
Blue Cross ’ s animal hospital in Victoria , London , regularly treats reported cases of cats falling from heights , resulting in broken bones , internal injuries and sadly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the hospital has treated several cats who ’ ve fallen out of windows , including a six-month-old kitten who broke six toes when landing from a fall , needing metal pins secured to fix them .
Alison added : “ With the hot and humid summer weather , and more of us staying indoor due to coronavirus , please don ’ t leave windows or balcony doors open .
If you ’ ve got a cat , don ’ t leave a gap.
” The pet charity advises owners to put up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inquisitive pets falling from windows and to keep balcony doors closed .
Owners can also install tip and tilt windows .
The charity is advising owners to walk dogs during cooler times of day in the early morning or evening and avoid strenuous games .
Make sure pets have access to clean water at all times , ideally in a large bowl filled to the brim .
Older animals , particularly cats , are vulnerable to dehydration .
Light-coloured dogs and cats can get sunburnt which can lead to skin cancer .
Keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strongest .
You can also apply a non-toxic human sunscreen or one specifically for pets to vulnerable areas like ears and noses .
Pets with thick fur will need regular grooming and even a trim to prevent them overheating .
Seek advice from a professional groomer .
For small pets like rabbits and guinea pigs , make sure their hutches and runs are in shady areas so they can keep cool and make sure they are clean at all times with water topped up .
Have a paddling pool with cool water in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If you suspect your animal is suffering from heatstroke , remove them to a cool place , dampen their coat with tepid water on a towel and contact a vet immediately .
Avoid overcooling , especially small pets .

With temperatures set to soar above 30°C this week, Blue Cross pet charity is warning pet owners of the dangers of pets in the heat and is offering advice to keep pets safe in the sun.
Alison Thomas, Senior Veterinary Surgeon at the Blue Cross hospital in London Victoria said: “While we enjoy the sunshine and warm weather this week it is important to make sure our pets are kept safe.
"They can quickly overheat and sometimes this can be extremely dangerous and even fatal.
"The heatwave this week will certainly prove too hot for most of our pets, so please do walk dogs early in the morning and late at night once it’s cooled down.”
A Blue Cross survey of 1,300 pet owners revealed nearly six in ten pet owners admitted they do not consider walking or letting their pets out at cooler times of day, putting them at risk of heatstroke and even burns to their pet’s paws from hot tarmac and pavements.
A simple test to check if the tarmac is too hot to walk your dog is to take your own shoes off and stand on the path.
If you are unable to keep your feet on the path for five seconds, then it is not safe to walk your dog.
Flat-faced breeds, such as French bulldogs and pugs and Persian cats, are at a greater risk of heatstroke and collapse as their short muzzles can make breathing difficult, therefore cooling down much harder. Older pets and those who are overweight also struggle.
And it’s not just dogs that can be seriously affected by hot weather dangers.
The survey also revealed 57 per cent of pet owners are unaware of the life-threatening dangers open windows and balcony doors pose to their animals, while 51 per cent still believe that a cat’s ability to land on their feet would save them in a fall.
Blue Cross’s animal hospital in Victoria, London, regularly treats reported cases of cats falling from heights, resulting in broken bones, internal injuries and sadly sometimes, death.
Already this year, the hospital has treated several cats who’ve fallen out of windows, including a six-month-old kitten who broke six toes when landing from a fall, needing metal pins secured to fix them.
Alison added: “With the hot and humid summer weather, and more of us staying indoor due to coronavirus, please don’t leave windows or balcony doors open. If you’ve got a cat, don’t leave a gap.”
The pet charity advises owners to put up screens and netting at windows to prevent inquisitive pets falling from windows and to keep balcony doors closed. Owners can also install tip and tilt windows.
The charity is advising owners to walk dogs during cooler times of day in the early morning or evening and avoid strenuous games.
Make sure pets have access to clean water at all times, ideally in a large bowl filled to the brim. Older animals, particularly cats, are vulnerable to dehydration.
Light-coloured dogs and cats can get sunburnt which can lead to skin cancer. Keep sunbathing pets indoors when the sun is strongest. You can also apply a non-toxic human sunscreen or one specifically for pets to vulnerable areas like ears and noses.
Pets with thick fur will need regular grooming and even a trim to prevent them overheating. Seek advice from a professional groomer.
For small pets like rabbits and guinea pigs, make sure their hutches and runs are in shady areas so they can keep cool and make sure they are clean at all times with water topped up.
Make ice cubes with your pet’s favourite treat inside.
Have a paddling pool with cool water in the garden for dogs to play in.
If you suspect your animal is suffering from heatstroke, remove them to a cool place, dampen their coat with tepid water on a towel and contact a vet immediately. Avoid overcooling, especially small pets.


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Fashion show from students in 1990

Fashion show from students in 1990

NINETEEN talented fashion students from Southampton pinned their hopes on making an impact on high street stores when they showed @ @ @ @ @ fashion show .
Revelations 90 took place on June 15 , 1990 , and the @ @ @ @ @ youngster had to design and create six garments for a specific market and leave a @ @ @ @ @ s fashion scene .
Among the directors of the event were fashion gurus from Next @ @ @ @ @ work signalled the climax of a two-year HND Fashion course and gave 18 women and @ @ @ @ @ the competitive world of professional fashion before they looked for employment .
From the earthy @ @ @ @ @ and linens to the luxurious fusion of velvet , chiffon and silk dupion , the @ @ @ @ @ everyone .
The audience at the show saw clothes which were essentially wearable , from @ @ @ @ @ , evening wear to working chic .

Revelations 90 took place on June 15, 1990, and the brief was simple: each youngster had to design and create six garments for a specific market and leave a mark on the nation’s fashion scene.
Among the directors of the event were fashion gurus from Next and Gucci.
Although the work signalled the climax of a two-year HND Fashion course and gave 18 women and one man a taste of the competitive world of professional fashion before they looked for employment.
From the earthy simplicity of rough textured cottons and linens to the luxurious fusion of velvet, chiffon and silk dupion, the collection had something to offer everyone.
READ MORE: Similar nostalgia stories >>>
The audience at the show saw clothes which were essentially wearable, from leisure wear to wedding gowns, evening wear to working chic.


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Pubs reopening - which beer garden do you want to visit most?

IN celebration of pubs beginning to reopen their doors on July 4 , the Daily Echo takes a look at @ @ @ @ @ gardens in Southampton For many there 's no better way to soak up the sun @ @ @ @ @ garden - especially one attached to a pub .
Some have sprawling blankets of beautiful @ @ @ @ @ sporting an array of vivid colours , while others are modern beer terraces with wooden @ @ @ @ @ .
The list is made from the top five on TripAdvisor along with the top @ @ @ @ @ .
The Daily Echo is also asking readers to vote for which pub garden they @ @ @ @ @ visit once again .
Having your say is easy - simply click on the vote @ @ @ @ @ the more votes it gets , the higher it climbs up the list .

For many there's no better way to soak up the sun than being outside in a garden - especially one attached to a pub.
Some have sprawling blankets of beautiful green grass and flower beds sporting an array of vivid colours, while others are modern beer terraces with wooden decking and comfy outdoor seating.
The list is made from the top five on TripAdvisor along with the top five from a previous poll.
The Daily Echo is also asking readers to vote for which pub garden they're most looking forward to visit once again.
Having your say is easy - simply click on the vote icon of your favourite - the more votes it gets, the higher it climbs up the list


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Man arrested after fatal crash in Down End Road, Fareham

A MAN has been arrested by police investigating a crash in which a woman motorist was killed .
Officers were called to Down End Road , Fareham , in the early hours of last Thursday following reports of a single-vehicle accident .
A 21-year-old woman from Fareham was fatally injured in the incident .
Police later appealed for information about a Ford Transit van that was seen in the area at around the time of the collision .
On Saturday police announced that the driver of the van , a 29-year-old man from Cosham , had been arrested on suspicion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A police spokesman said : `` He has since been released from custody but remains under investigation .
`` We would like to thank you for the information we have received , and to all the people who shared our appeal .
However we continue to appeal for any witnesses to make contact with the police .
`` Were you in the area at the time ?
Perhaps you have dash-cam footage or CCTV that could assist us ? ''
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101 , quoting reference number @ @

Officers were called to Down End Road, Fareham, in the early hours of last Thursday following reports of a single-vehicle accident.
A 21-year-old woman from Fareham was fatally injured in the incident.
Police later appealed for information about a Ford Transit van that was seen in the area at around the time of the collision.
On Saturday police announced that the driver of the van, a 29-year-old man from Cosham, had been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
A police spokesman said: "He has since been released from custody but remains under investigation.
"We would like to thank you for the information we have received, and to all the people who shared our appeal. However we continue to appeal for any witnesses to make contact with the police.
"Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you have dash-cam footage or CCTV that could assist us?"
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101, quoting reference number 44200230693.


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Hampshire hospitals report no new coronavirus deaths in latest 24-hour period

HOSPITALS across Hampshire have again reported no new coronavirus deaths .
Hospitals across the county are run by four organisations @ @ @ @ @ Foundation Trust , Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust , Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust , and @ @ @ @ @ published today show no new coronavirus deaths in the previous 24 hours .
Since the @ @ @ @ @ total of 602 patients have died in hospitals across the county after testing positive for @ @

Hospitals across the county are run by four organisations - University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust, and Solent NHS Trust.
Figures published today show no new coronavirus deaths in the previous 24 hours.
Since the start of the pandemic a total of 602 patients have died in hospitals across the county after testing positive for Covid-19.


thedailyecho--2020-06-27--Around 100 revellers attended unlicensed music event on Southampton Common

ABOUT 100 people attended an unlicensed music event on Southampton Common .
Hampshire police have confirmed that officers went to @ @ @ @ @ yesterday after receiving reports that a small organised music event was taking place .
A @ @ @ @ @ Officers were deployed to monitor the event and to prevent a breach of the peace @ @ @ @ @ were approximately 100 people present with a professional sound system .
Officers engaged with those @ @ @ @ @ the public on the common .
`` No tensions were reported and the decision was @ @ @ @ @ to prevent any public order offences .
`` The event finished at around 11pm and @ @ @ @ @ dispersed from the area . ''

Hampshire police have confirmed that officers went to the scene at around 7pm yesterday after receiving reports that a small organised music event was taking place.
A police spokesperson said: "Officers were deployed to monitor the event and to prevent a breach of the peace.
"On arrival there were approximately 100 people present with a professional sound system. Officers engaged with those present and other members of the public on the common.
"No tensions were reported and the decision was made to facilitate the event to prevent any public order offences.
"The event finished at around 11pm and officers remained to ensure everyone dispersed from the area."


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Fryern Junior School in Chandler’s Ford to get new building

PLANS to demolish and rebuild a junior school in Hampshire have been given the green light .
The existing Fryern Junior School in Oakmount Road , Chandler ’ s Ford is set to be demolished and replaced with a new single storey building .
The news comes as official documents revealed that the cladding is in poor condition and a structural assessment of the timber frame has determined that the full replacement of the existing building is required .
The new £7.6m building will include nine classrooms , a library , a main hall with stores and kitchen , toilets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the car park will also be reconfigured to provide additional parking spaces while the existing play area and footpath will be improved .
The plans have been approved by Hampshire County Council .
Judith Grajewski , county councillor for Chandler ’ s Ford , said : “ I am very pleased to support this application .
The current timber-framed building is in need of replacement and a refurbishment option will not be possible .
This has presented the school with welcome opportunities to rebuild the school .
The modern design also ticks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ energy efficiency , sustainability and environmental sensitivity .
The adjustment to the carpark in front of the schools will , in my view , make the area much safer .
I know that everyone is excited about this proposals , myself included.
” As previously reported , the existing building was built 60 years ago .
The junior school , which caters for boys and girls from eight to 11 years of age , was given a Good rating by Ofsted in December 2018 and has 240 students .

The existing Fryern Junior School in Oakmount Road, Chandler’s Ford is set to be demolished and replaced with a new single storey building.
The news comes as official documents revealed that the cladding is in poor condition and a structural assessment of the timber frame has determined that the full replacement of the existing building is required.
The new £7.6m building will include nine classrooms, a library, a main hall with stores and kitchen, toilets and a staff room.
An area of the car park will also be reconfigured to provide additional parking spaces while the existing play area and footpath will be improved.
The plans have been approved by Hampshire County Council.
Judith Grajewski, county councillor for Chandler’s Ford, said: “I am very pleased to support this application. The current timber-framed building is in need of replacement and a refurbishment option will not be possible. This has presented the school with welcome opportunities to rebuild the school. The modern design also ticks a lot of boxes in terms of energy efficiency, sustainability and environmental sensitivity. The adjustment to the carpark in front of the schools will, in my view, make the area much safer. I know that everyone is excited about this proposals, myself included.”
As previously reported, the existing building was built 60 years ago.
The junior school, which caters for boys and girls from eight to 11 years of age, was given a Good rating by Ofsted in December 2018 and has 240 students.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--City residents suffer rude awakening after ship's alarm sounds at 5.30am

PEOPLE living in the Southampton area had a rude awakening after a ship 's alarm began a continuous blast at @ @ @ @ @ sound , which could be heard on both sides of Southampton Water , is said @ @ @ @ @ 20 minutes yesterday .
The Southampton-based Maritime and Coastguard Agency ( MCA ) said the @ @ @ @ @ electrical problem on board a ship .
According to the MCA an electrical issue caused @ @ @ @ @ tanker , triggering its alarm system .
James Brown , one of the people who @ @ @ @ @ complain about the noise , said : `` What joy - 5.40 on a Sunday @ @ @ @ @ under nuclear attack or one of the ships is sinking in the harbour with their @ @ @ @ @ Mr Brown asked if Associated British Ports or Southampton City Council could provide an explanation @ @ @ @ @ must be awake by now , everyone else is . ''

The infuriating sound, which could be heard on both sides of Southampton Water, is said to have lasted for about 20 minutes on Saturday.
The Southampton-based Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) said the noise was caused by an electrical problem on board a ship.
According to the MCA an electrical issue caused a blackout on a small tanker, triggering its alarm system.
James Brown, one of the people who took to social media to complain about the noise, said: "What joy - 5.40 on a Sunday morning and either we're under nuclear attack or one of the ships is sinking in the harbour with their horn stuck on."
Mr Brown asked if Associated British Ports or Southampton City Council could provide an explanation, adding: "You must be awake by now, everyone else is."


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Police issue description of man seen near shed blaze at Holcroft Road, Southampton

POLICE have issued a description of a man they want to speak to following an arson attack which damaged three properties in a Southampton street .
As reported in the Daily Echo , a garden shed in Holcroft Road was destroyed in a blaze which spread to fences beside two neighbouring homes .
The fire follows around ten other arson attacks across Thornhill in April and May .
A police spokesperson said the Holcroft Road blaze broke out between 4.15am and 4.30am on Friday .
They added : `` The fire is believed to have started on a cut-way at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damage to the fence and shed of one address before spreading to the fences of two neighbouring properties .
`` No one was injured in the incident .
`` Officers investigating are keen to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious , or may have CCTV footage that could help in our enquiries .
`` We are particularly interested in identifying a man who was seen in the area of Vaughn Close having walked from the direction of Holcroft Road around the time the fire was set .
`` He is described as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 10ins , with black hair and a black beard .
He was wearing a grey T-shirt with light blue shorts . ''
Anyone with information can contact Hampshire police on 101 , quoting reference number 44200232595 .
Alternatively they can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 , where messages can be left anonymously .

As reported in the Daily Echo, a garden shed in Holcroft Road was destroyed in a blaze which spread to fences beside two neighbouring homes.
The fire follows around ten other arson attacks across Thornhill in April and May.
A police spokesperson said the Holcroft Road blaze broke out between 4.15am and 4.30am on Friday.
They added: "The fire is believed to have started on a cut-way at the rear of Holcroft Road, causing damage to the fence and shed of one address before spreading to the fences of two neighbouring properties.
"No one was injured in the incident.
"Officers investigating are keen to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious, or may have CCTV footage that could help in our enquiries.
"We are particularly interested in identifying a man who was seen in the area of Vaughn Close having walked from the direction of Holcroft Road around the time the fire was set.
"He is described as white, aged 25-30, around 5ft 10ins, with black hair and a black beard. He was wearing a grey T-shirt with light blue shorts."
Anyone with information can contact Hampshire police on 101, quoting reference number 44200232595. Alternatively they can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where messages can be left anonymously.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Woman injured in multi-vehicle accident on M271 near Redbridge roundabout

A WOMAN was injured in a multi-vehicle accident that closed a Hampshire motorway .
Four vehicles were involved in the @ @ @ @ @ the southbound carriageway of the M271 in Southampton .
The motorway wad closed between junction @ @ @ @ @ A35 Redbridge roundabout .
The vehicles involved were a white Hyundai 101 , a blue @ @ @ @ @ blue Land Rover Discovery and a black Mercedes-Benz CS00 .
Police say the accident occurred @ @ @ @ @ A police spokesperson said officers were called to reports of a collision on the M271 @ @ @ @ @ .
He added that a woman was injured in the accident , adding that Highways @ @ @ @ @ the road closure .

Four vehicles were involved in the pile-up, which occurred on the southbound carriageway of the M271 in Southampton.
The motorway wad closed between junction 1 at Nursling and the A35 Redbridge roundabout.
The vehicles involved were a white Hyundai 101, a blue BMW 120d sport, a blue Land Rover Discovery and a black Mercedes-Benz CS00.
Police say the accident occurred at around 2pm yesterday.
A police spokesperson said officers were called to reports of a collision on the M271 southbound near the Redbridge roundabout.
He added that a woman was injured in the accident, adding that Highways England had helped to implement the road closure.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Romsey man is 'absolutely relieved' after escaping flat infested with moths

A ROMSEY pensioner has revealed he is `` absolutely relieved '' to be rehoused on Friday after his flat became infested with scores of moths a year ago .
John Ford , who lived in Wakeford Court , Cressey Road , was driven to camp outside of his flat for a week after moths invaded his living room , kitchen and bedroom .
This comes after the 74-year-old had his home fumigated twice in ten months after discovering “ 60 black Indian meal moths ” in his home , forcing him to seal off his kitchen in an attempt to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , John has spoken of the moment he received his keys to his new flat in Mercer Way on June 19 , from the housing company , Aster Group .
He said : `` I am absolutely relieved that is all I can say .
`` After I put my tent up on April 20 , I got an offer for a new flat on April 27 after Aster had a group meeting , so it was a quick result that week .
`` It could not have happened at a worse time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was delayed , but all in all I am pleased with the result and this is my new home now . ''
John added : `` When I moved into the flat on Friday I was not quite happy with the kitchen , so Aster have sent me £100 worth of vouchers I can spend in B & Q for painting and improving it as this is a permanent move .
`` My old flat will be fumigated , because I have already paid for two in the past , and I have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take three attempts for it to work . ''
The pensioner also thanked his friend , Lucy Sky , for helping him find a new home , stressing he is grateful `` Lucy was persistent '' with Aster in a bid to get him rehoused quickly .
Whe asked about John being rehoused , Lucy said : `` I am very pleased there has been a positive outcome here and John has been relocated by Aster , so he can spend his later years in a more comfortable way .
She added the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Combat Hardship ( SCRATCH ) , have also `` donated a bed , coffee table and a cooker '' to John to help him settle into his flat .
As previously reported in the Romsey Advertiser , Lucy claimed the `` 60 black Indian meal moths '' in John 's flat were `` detrimental to his physical and mental health '' , due to him not being able to use his flat 's facilities .
A spokesperson from Aster Group said : `` We have worked with Mr Ford and our partner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that is suitable for him .
“ We gave him the keys to his new accommodation last week and have worked with a local organisation [ SCRATCH ] to arrange for a new cooker to be fitted and some furniture to be delivered .
`` We have provided a decoration voucher to go towards decorating the home and we hope he is settling in well .
“ The flat in Wakeford Court will now go through the same routine health and safety checks that all our homes do when a customer moves out @ @

John Ford, who lived in Wakeford Court, Cressey Road, was driven to camp outside of his flat for a week after moths invaded his living room, kitchen and bedroom.
This comes after the 74-year-old had his home fumigated twice in ten months after discovering “60 black Indian meal moths” in his home, forcing him to seal off his kitchen in an attempt to keep the pests at bay.
Now, John has spoken of the moment he received his keys to his new flat in Mercer Way on June 19, from the housing company, Aster Group.
He said: "I am absolutely relieved that is all I can say.
"After I put my tent up on April 20, I got an offer for a new flat on April 27 after Aster had a group meeting, so it was a quick result that week.
"It could not have happened at a worse time because of coronavirus, which meant everything was delayed, but all in all I am pleased with the result and this is my new home now."
John added: "When I moved into the flat on Friday I was not quite happy with the kitchen, so Aster have sent me £100 worth of vouchers I can spend in B&Q for painting and improving it as this is a permanent move.
"My old flat will be fumigated, because I have already paid for two in the past, and I have been told by pest control it can take three attempts for it to work."
The pensioner also thanked his friend, Lucy Sky, for helping him find a new home, stressing he is grateful "Lucy was persistent" with Aster in a bid to get him rehoused quickly.
Whe asked about John being rehoused, Lucy said: "I am very pleased there has been a positive outcome here and John has been relocated by Aster, so he can spend his later years in a more comfortable way.
She added the charity, Southampton City and Region Action to Combat Hardship (SCRATCH), have also "donated a bed, coffee table and a cooker" to John to help him settle into his flat.
As previously reported in the Romsey Advertiser, Lucy claimed the "60 black Indian meal moths" in John's flat were "detrimental to his physical and mental health", due to him not being able to use his flat's facilities.
A spokesperson from Aster Group said: "We have worked with Mr Ford and our partner agencies to support him into alternative accommodation that is suitable for him.
“We gave him the keys to his new accommodation last week and have worked with a local organisation [SCRATCH] to arrange for a new cooker to be fitted and some furniture to be delivered.
"We have provided a decoration voucher to go towards decorating the home and we hope he is settling in well.
“The flat in Wakeford Court will now go through the same routine health and safety checks that all our homes do when a customer moves out.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Police 'very concerned' after Alan Haslar, 80, goes missing

POLICE are appealing for help in finding an 80-year-old man who has gone missing .
Alan Haslar was last seen @ @ @ @ @ he left his home at Millway Road , Andover , in a pale blue MG. @ @ @ @ @ `` We are very concerned about his welfare . ''
Mr Haslar is described as @ @ @ @ @ , medium build with and grey hair .
He was last seen wearing a blue @ @ @ @ @ , with white socks and a pair of dark blue trainers .
Anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ 101 , quoting reference number 44200235743 .

Alan Haslar was last seen at around 9.30am today when he left his home at Millway Road, Andover, in a pale blue MG.
A police spokesman said: "We are very concerned about his welfare."
Mr Haslar is described as white, 5ft 8ins tall, medium build with and grey hair. He was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt, blue tracksuit bottoms, with white socks and a pair of dark blue trainers.
Anyone with information can call Hampshire police on 101, quoting reference number 44200235743.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Man arrested after fatal crash in Down End Road, Fareham


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Ten days of roadworks in Bitterne

Ten days of roadworks in Bitterne

Ten days of roadwork will be taking place in Southampton , starting next week .
From Monday June 29 until @ @ @ @ @ Road in Bitterne , Southampton will be worked on by SGN .
Workers will be @ @ @ @ @ road to their gas network and changing the location of an existing pipe to make @ @ @ @ @ This work was paused our planned work back in March due to the coronavirus but @ @ @ @ @ ease , work will be gradually restarting subject to government guidance .
While the works @ @ @ @ @ have been warned that delays will be likely and traffic will be controlled by using @ @ @

From Monday June 29 until Wednesday July 8, Botley Road in Bitterne, Southampton will be worked on by SGN.
Workers will be connecting a property on the road to their gas network and changing the location of an existing pipe to make way for the redevelopment.
This work was paused our planned work back in March due to the coronavirus but as lockdown restrictions begin to ease, work will be gradually restarting subject to government guidance.
While the works are carried out, drivers have been warned that delays will be likely and traffic will be controlled by using multi-way signals.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Carnival in Copythorne in 1980

Carnival in Copythorne in 1980

DESPITE taking place on June 21 , 1980 , Copythorne Carnival was not met with midsummer weather .
It was @ @ @ @ @ the 2nd Romsey Scout Group which , with more than 150 members , was one @ @ @ @ @ .
Faced with increasing costs , the group organised the event to raise money for @ @ @ @ @ were around £2,000 the previous year .
Spectators had to dash for cover between showers @ @ @ @ @ Ravey was crowned carnival queen .
Catherine was chosen from members of the Guides in @ @ @ @ @ Rebecca , and Vanessa Read were her attendants .
The Scout group ’ s own @ @ @ @ @ with themes including Worzel Gummidge and the Olympics along the route through Winsor and Cadnam @

It was the fifth carnival organised by the 2nd Romsey Scout Group which, with more than 150 members, was one of the biggest in Hampshire.
Faced with increasing costs, the group organised the event to raise money for its day-to-day running expenses which were around £2,000 the previous year.
Spectators had to dash for cover between showers during the afternoon when Catherine Ravey was crowned carnival queen.
Catherine was chosen from members of the Guides in the parish and her sister Rebecca, and Vanessa Read were her attendants.
The Scout group’s own band led a dozen floats with themes including Worzel Gummidge and the Olympics along the route through Winsor and Cadnam.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Give them a home

Give them a home

CAN you give these pets a home ?
These pets are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming centre in West End near Southampton .
He is a very handsome boy with a huge heart that he ’ s ready to give his new owner .
He is a big softy , he loves fuss and will even roll onto his back for tickles on his belly .
Mufasa was a little shy when he first arrived , but he has really come out of his shell .
He is now in a foster home which he has enjoyed investigating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home with a garden as he spends lots of the day sat on the windowsill dreaming of exploring the outside world again .
He may be able to live with calm , older children .
He can be a little wary of sudden noises and would prefer to have a quiet life consisting of lots of cuddles .
Daisy is a domestic short hair who is 13-years-old .
She can be a little sensitive so is looking for an understanding owner who will allow her to settle at her own pace .
Once @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lovely companion to her new owner .
She is a very sweet girl who enjoys fuss and affection .
In her new home , she will need to be set up in a quiet room initially while she finds her feet .
Therefore , she needs to find a new owner who would be able to accommodate this .
She ’ s looking for a quieter life so a house without much hustle and bustle would be perfect for her .

These pets are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming centre in West End near Southampton.
Mufasa is a nine-year-old domestic short hair.
He is a very handsome boy with a huge heart that he’s ready to give his new owner.
He is a big softy, he loves fuss and will even roll onto his back for tickles on his belly.
He’s a bit of a purr machine.
Mufasa was a little shy when he first arrived, but he has really come out of his shell.
He is now in a foster home which he has enjoyed investigating.
He would love to find a home with a garden as he spends lots of the day sat on the windowsill dreaming of exploring the outside world again.
He may be able to live with calm, older children. He can be a little wary of sudden noises and would prefer to have a quiet life consisting of lots of cuddles.
Daisy is a domestic short hair who is 13-years-old.
She can be a little sensitive so is looking for an understanding owner who will allow her to settle at her own pace.
Once she has settled, she will be a lovely companion to her new owner.
She is a very sweet girl who enjoys fuss and affection. In her new home, she will need to be set up in a quiet room initially while she finds her feet.
Therefore, she needs to find a new owner who would be able to accommodate this.
She’s looking for a quieter life so a house without much hustle and bustle would be perfect for her.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Dog owers asked to share their lockdown experiences

YOUNG dog owners are being asked to use their creativity to share what lockdown has been like for them and their pooch .
In July , the Kennel Club Educational Trust ( KCET ) and Young Kennel Club ( YKC ) are joining forces by encouraging YKC members to showcase their creative flair and share what they have been up to during lockdown , with three youngsters having the chance to win £100 .
Open to all YKC members , aged six to 24-years-old , young dog lovers will be invited to submit a short piece that encapsulates lockdown life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus pandemic .
This can be in the form of a 60-second video , a series of images and/or written prose , up to a maximum of four sentences .
Participants will be split into three age categories and each age group will have a week to submit their entries .
The age six to 11 entries will need to submit an entry between June 29 and July 6 with the winner announced via Facebook and Instagram on July 6 .
Age 12 to 17 will need to submit by June 30 to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Facebook and Instagram on July 7 .
Age 18 to 24 will need to submit by July 1 to 8 with the winner announced via Facebook and Instagram on July 8 .
Entrants will need to submit their creations via the YKC Facebbok group or Instagram using the hashtag # YKCLifeinLockdown .
Alternatively , entrants can also take part by emailing YKC @ thekennelclub.org.uk .
More information can be found by visiting www.ykc.org.uk/content/digital-resources-and-printables/ykc-life-in-lockdown/ .

In July, the Kennel Club Educational Trust (KCET) and Young Kennel Club (YKC) are joining forces by encouraging YKC members to showcase their creative flair and share what they have been up to during lockdown, with three youngsters having the chance to win £100.
Open to all YKC members, aged six to 24-years-old, young dog lovers will be invited to submit a short piece that encapsulates lockdown life for them and their dogs during the coronavirus pandemic.
This can be in the form of a 60-second video, a series of images and/or written prose, up to a maximum of four sentences.
Participants will be split into three age categories and each age group will have a week to submit their entries.
The age six to 11 entries will need to submit an entry between June 29 and July 6 with the winner announced via Facebook and Instagram on July 6.
Age 12 to 17 will need to submit by June 30 to July 7 with the einner announced via Facebook and Instagram on July 7.
Age 18 to 24 will need to submit by July 1 to 8 with the winner announced via Facebook and Instagram on July 8.
Entrants will need to submit their creations via the YKC Facebbok group or Instagram using the hashtag #YKCLifeinLockdown.
Alternatively, entrants can also take part by emailing YKC@thekennelclub.org.uk.
More information can be found by visiting www.ykc.org.uk/content/digital-resources-and-printables/ykc-life-in-lockdown/.


Hampshire’s carnivorous plants

You might have heard of the Venus fly-trap , but did you know that there are 13 species of plants native to the UK and Ireland that eat animals ?
Usually plants draw up nutrients from the soil using their roots .
They use what they absorb , along with carbon dioxide , water and light , as sustenance .
However , some plants can ’ t get enough nourishment from their habitat , so instead they ’ ve evolved to eat animals – these are our carnivorous plants !
They usually attract their prey by smelling sweet , offering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insects .
Some sticky plants may even capture animals as they simply bumble by , like a fly getting caught in a spider ’ s web .
Once the plant ’ s prey has landed it is quickly trapped , and the plant ‘ eats ’ it , absorbing precious nutrients .
Here are two species of fearsome flora that you may find locally .
Sundews are as beautiful as their name suggests , easily identifiable by their spoon-like shape and bright pink tentacles .
At the tip of each tentacle is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the sun like a jewel .
When an insect lands on the droplet it is instantly stuck , and the sundew ’ s tentacles close in on their target , releasing enzymes and acids that digest the helpless victim .
Sundews grow at Ancells Farm Nature Reserve in Fleet , and your best chance of seeing them is between July and September .
Take care if you visit , as this reserve is sensitive to disturbance .
Don ’ t be taken in by the sweet yellow flowers and dainty appearance of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insect in one ten thousandth of a second .
Bladderworts are aquatic plants , characterised by the hollow , underwater traps that they use to capture and digest tiny insects such as worms and water fleas .
Each trap has a flexible door surrounded by sensitive bristles that , once disturbed , open the trap door and suck the prey inside with a quick influx of water .
If you ’ re hoping to see a bladderwort , they have been recorded in and around the New Forest .
Look carefully when walking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lucky enough to spot one .

Usually plants draw up nutrients from the soil using their roots. They use what they absorb, along with carbon dioxide, water and light, as sustenance. However, some plants can’t get enough nourishment from their habitat, so instead they’ve evolved to eat animals – these are our carnivorous plants!
They usually attract their prey by smelling sweet, offering nectar, or by looking attractive to insects. Some sticky plants may even capture animals as they simply bumble by, like a fly getting caught in a spider’s web. Once the plant’s prey has landed it is quickly trapped, and the plant ‘eats’ it, absorbing precious nutrients.
Here are two species of fearsome flora that you may find locally.
Sundew, Drosera rotundifolia
Sundews are as beautiful as their name suggests, easily identifiable by their spoon-like shape and bright pink tentacles. At the tip of each tentacle is a sticky, deadly droplet that glistens in the sun like a jewel. When an insect lands on the droplet it is instantly stuck, and the sundew’s tentacles close in on their target, releasing enzymes and acids that digest the helpless victim.
Sundews grow at Ancells Farm Nature Reserve in Fleet, and your best chance of seeing them is between July and September. Take care if you visit, as this reserve is sensitive to disturbance.
Bladderworts, Utricularia minor
Don’t be taken in by the sweet yellow flowers and dainty appearance of the bladderwort – this plant can trap an insect in one ten thousandth of a second. Bladderworts are aquatic plants, characterised by the hollow, underwater traps that they use to capture and digest tiny insects such as worms and water fleas. Each trap has a flexible door surrounded by sensitive bristles that, once disturbed, open the trap door and suck the prey inside with a quick influx of water.
If you’re hoping to see a bladderwort, they have been recorded in and around the New Forest. Look carefully when walking around boggy habitats and you might be lucky enough to spot one.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--LETTER: Southampton cyclists will continue to campaign for pedestrians

I can assure Bernie Pearce ( Letters June 23rd ) that Southampton Cycling Campaign advocates cycle lanes rather than shared pedestrian-cycle paths .
We are all pedestrians as well as cyclists and fully understand the difficulties there can be when both share the same , often inadequate , space .
Southampton Cycling Campaign objected to the Highways England scheme for Bursledon Road which included cycle facilities on the pavement , submitting instead proposals for a sustainable transport lane on the road .
I was subsequently informed by Balfour Beattie that the funders of the scheme would not permit cycle facilities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is extremely concerned about the poor provision for pedestrians in some parts of the city and we discuss these matters at meetings and raise them with the council .
It was members of Southampton Cycling Campaign who organised a demonstration for pedestrian improvements at the Bullar Road/Athlestan crossroads and we continue to campaign for them as nothing has yet been done to reduce the seven minutes pedestrians have to wait while breathing toxic fumes to cross Bitterne Road West .
We also campaign for a 20 mph on all residential roads and when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ space safer for pedestrians and cyclists .
However , some of the paths alongside pop-up cycle lanes are shared-use ( Bassett Avenue , for example ) and these are important for younger and vulnerable cyclists ; while most experienced cyclists will be confident enough to use the new lanes , indeed they welcome them , some cyclists will not .
These are usually slower cyclists who pose no threat to pedestrians .
It is illegal to cycle on pavements which are not shared-use and cyclists should not do so except for few locations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to cycle on the road would be to risk life and limb .
Equally it is illegal for motor vehicles to stop in advanced stop lines or obstruct cycle lanes but this happens many times every day in Southampton and no-one is prosecuted for the offence .
I fully agree with Mr Pearce that pedestrians are not given adequate consideration by transport planners and I and other cyclists will continue to campaign for this to change .

We are all pedestrians as well as cyclists and fully understand the difficulties there can be when both share the same, often inadequate, space.
Southampton Cycling Campaign objected to the Highways England scheme for Bursledon Road which included cycle facilities on the pavement, submitting instead proposals for a sustainable transport lane on the road.
I was subsequently informed by Balfour Beattie that the funders of the scheme would not permit cycle facilities on the road.
The Cycle Campaign is extremely concerned about the poor provision for pedestrians in some parts of the city and we discuss these matters at meetings and raise them with the council.
It was members of Southampton Cycling Campaign who organised a demonstration for pedestrian improvements at the Bullar Road/Athlestan crossroads and we continue to campaign for them as nothing has yet been done to reduce the seven minutes pedestrians have to wait while breathing toxic fumes to cross Bitterne Road West.
We also campaign for a 20 mph on all residential roads and when this is implemented it will make public space safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
However, some of the paths alongside pop-up cycle lanes are shared-use (Bassett Avenue, for example) and these are important for younger and vulnerable cyclists; while most experienced cyclists will be confident enough to use the new lanes, indeed they welcome them, some cyclists will not.
These are usually slower cyclists who pose no threat to pedestrians.
It is illegal to cycle on pavements which are not shared-use and cyclists should not do so except for few locations where there are no cycle lanes and to cycle on the road would be to risk life and limb.
Equally it is illegal for motor vehicles to stop in advanced stop lines or obstruct cycle lanes but this happens many times every day in Southampton and no-one is prosecuted for the offence.
I fully agree with Mr Pearce that pedestrians are not given adequate consideration by transport planners and I and other cyclists will continue to campaign for this to change.
Lindsi Bluemel
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--British beef, Su Pollard and various carnivals – June 1990

JOIN the Daily Echo as it focuses on pictures from a month in the past – this week being June @ @ @ @ @ were enjoyed by locals including Bitterne , Copythorne , West End and more .
Su @ @ @ @ @ WH Smith , Southampton , where she was signing copies of her book Hearts and @ @ @ @ @ s Own Story .
While the events pictured were taking place locally , here ’ @ @ @ @ @ the national stage : An Army recruit was shot dead and two others injured a @ @ @ @ @ .
The attacker was thought to have been a member of the IRA .
West @ @ @ @ @ lifted the bans on British Beef that were put into place during the BSE outbreak @ @ @ @ @ rail link between London and the Channel Tunnel was scraped .

Plenty of carnivals were enjoyed by locals including Bitterne, Copythorne, West End and more.
Su Pollard posed for pictures in WH Smith, Southampton, where she was signing copies of her book Hearts and Showers: A Girl’s Own Story.
While the events pictured were taking place locally, here’s what was transpiring on the national stage:
June 1
An Army recruit was shot dead and two others injured a gunman in Lichfield, Staffordshire. The attacker was thought to have been a member of the IRA.
June 7
West Germany , Italy and France lifted the bans on British Beef that were put into place during the BSE outbreak.
June 14
Plans for a high-speed rail link between London and the Channel Tunnel was scraped .


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--John Torode and Gregg Wallace on the new series of Celebrity MasterChef

Celebrity MasterChef returns with a stellar line-up -but star prowess aside , it 's a level playing field , John Torode and Gregg Wallace tell Gemma Dunn If there 's one show we can rely on for a taste of the familiar , it 's MasterChef ; and hot on the heels of its 2020 finale , comes its much-loved celebrity spin-off .
Set across five weeks , the BBC One primetime staple , filmed before lockdown took hold , will once again offer up a who 's who drama , music , sport and showbusiness , as 20 famous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Gregg Wallace in their pursuit for culinary victory .
But just who is set to battle their way to the top of its 15th season ?
Among those vying for this year 's Celebrity MasterChef title are actors Shyko Amos , Phil Daniels and Felicity Montagu ; actor and comedian Crissy Rock ; comedian Judi Love ; recording artist Myles Stephenson and musician Lady Leshurr .
Joining them in the kitchen are conductor for the Kingdom Choir , Karen Gibson ; TV presenters Gethin Jones and Dom Littlewood ; travel presenter Amar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brazier ; broadcaster and internet personality Riyadh Khalaf and RuPaul UK finalist and drag artist Baga Chipz .
Olympic gold medallists and sports presenters Sam Quek MBE and Sir Matthew Pinsent CBE will also star , as will reality personality Pete Wicks ; Apprentice star and entrepreneur Thomas Skinner ; tennis coach Judy Murray OBE and football great John Barnes MBE .
That 's some line-up .
But forget the day job - for there 's no room for big egos here , says 55-year-old Wallace .
`` They act like celebrities when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ promise you , after round one , they 're no longer celebrities , they 're contestants , '' he vows .
`` They think they can 'showbiz ' their way through it and then they realise they 're seriously going to succeed or fail by the quality of their cookery - and so the glamour just falls away .
`` What you 're left with is hardworking MasterChef contestants , and I like that metamorphosis in them . ''
`` You end up with a level playing field , regardless of who you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` MasterChef , it 's a kitchen and everybody is the same , whether you 're a DJ rapper , whether you 're a footballer , a rower , a YouTuber or an actor , you 're exactly the same as everybody else .
You 've just got to cook your food get through it . ''
How does their own experience compare to that of the amateur format , then ?
`` There 's something very different .
The amateur one is very intense ; there 's a lot of responsibility @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's very interesting , '' Torode begins .
`` And then you go to the celeb [ one ] and really you have no idea what you 're going to encounter .
`` It 's like jumping into a river and hoping that it 's not moving too fast , that there 's not too much mud at the bottom of it , '' compares the Aussie chef .
`` I look forward to the celeb version because I expect it to be more relaxed , more fun , at times , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the one I 've had the most laughs on has been Celebrity MasterChef . ''
Yet they do n't actually know who 's set to take part until filming begins , Torode points out .
`` We get a brief sheet as we 're about to walk downstairs , '' he reveals .
`` But that 's the joy of it in a way , because you do n't have any preconceptions , you just let it roll .
`` One of the great joys of MasterChef has always been that we 're @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what we want , but we respect each other 's opinions , and always have , and that makes for a great show . ''
It helps , too , that the show has devised a winning format .
Like previous years , viewers will see five names put through their paces in the Celebrity MasterChef heats each week .
The first challenge being The MasterChef Market , whereby they will stock up on produce , before inventing and cooking a dish for the judges .
The second being the task of cooking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customers ; while the third sees the contestants , back in the studio , preparing a dish of their own design .
As for sending someone home at the end of each heat , `` Of course we disagree '' , Wallace quips .
`` You do because you 're always looking at potential - and that 's a gut feeling , is n't it ?
`` I like to say that John , as a chef , pays special attention to their skill set , and I do n't care as much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delicious . ''
`` At the end of the day if it tastes like a bag of muck , then you do n't want the person to go through , '' reasons Torode , who 's worked alongside his co-star since 2005 .
`` What you want to do is find the potential and hope they can get better - and the great thing about MasterChef is it 's positive . ''
`` It 's gauging how much your mate disagrees , '' Wallace interjects .
`` Does he disagree a little bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his foot down ?
And that 's just a subtle thing that works between us . ''
As for what 's next for the duo - `` We do n't really know ! ''
says Torode , who 's kept busy during this period filming Instagram cook-alongs at home with wife Lisa Faulkner , as well as their Saturday morning ITV show , John & Lisa 's Weekend Kitchen .
Similarly , Wallace has been posting recipes for fans , as well as workout videos , by which account he recently announced the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fitness brand , ShowMe.Fit .
But have the ever-busy pair enjoyed a change of pace ?
`` Personally , I 've had the time of my life , '' says Wallace , who lives with his wife Anna and one-year-old son , Sid .
`` Once I got over the shock of not working , and once I realised I was going to be OK , I 've had a wonderful time at home .
`` It 's really made me consider what it is I do and how I live , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think I 'll get this opportunity again , to spend this much time with my family . ''
`` There 's a lesson to be learnt of how much do you really need to do ? ''
adds Torode .
`` I think what 's going to happen now , off the back of this , is when people say , 'Can you do this ?
, a lot of us are going to turn around and say , 'No , actually , I 'm going home tonight , I 'm going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to sit outside in the garden and have a glass of wine with my wife , spend time with the kids and chill out .
Thanks very much indeed ' .
`` I 'm very lucky to be able to have that , [ though ] , '' he realises .
`` There 's a lot of people out there , I 'm aware , who do not have that choice and it 's been a really tough time for a lot of people . ''
Celebrity MasterChef returns to BBC One on @ @ @ @ @

If there's one show we can rely on for a taste of the familiar, it's MasterChef; and hot on the heels of its 2020 finale, comes its much-loved celebrity spin-off.
Set across five weeks, the BBC One primetime staple, filmed before lockdown took hold, will once again offer up a who's who drama, music, sport and showbusiness, as 20 famous faces compete to impress judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace in their pursuit for culinary victory.
But just who is set to battle their way to the top of its 15th season?
Among those vying for this year's Celebrity MasterChef title are actors Shyko Amos, Phil Daniels and Felicity Montagu; actor and comedian Crissy Rock; comedian Judi Love; recording artist Myles Stephenson and musician Lady Leshurr.
Joining them in the kitchen are conductor for the Kingdom Choir, Karen Gibson; TV presenters Gethin Jones and Dom Littlewood; travel presenter Amar Latif; TV and radio presenter Jeff Brazier; broadcaster and internet personality Riyadh Khalaf and RuPaul UK finalist and drag artist Baga Chipz.
Olympic gold medallists and sports presenters Sam Quek MBE and Sir Matthew Pinsent CBE will also star, as will reality personality Pete Wicks; Apprentice star and entrepreneur Thomas Skinner; tennis coach Judy Murray OBE and football great John Barnes MBE.
That's some line-up. But forget the day job - for there's no room for big egos here, says 55-year-old Wallace.
"They act like celebrities when they first walk in, but I promise you, after round one, they're no longer celebrities, they're contestants," he vows.
"They think they can 'showbiz' their way through it and then they realise they're seriously going to succeed or fail by the quality of their cookery - and so the glamour just falls away.
"What you're left with is hardworking MasterChef contestants, and I like that metamorphosis in them."
"You end up with a level playing field, regardless of who you are," notes Torode, 54.
"MasterChef, it's a kitchen and everybody is the same, whether you're a DJ rapper, whether you're a footballer, a rower, a YouTuber or an actor, you're exactly the same as everybody else. You've just got to cook your food get through it."
How does their own experience compare to that of the amateur format, then?
"There's something very different. The amateur one is very intense; there's a lot of responsibility, lots of great food and it's very interesting," Torode begins.
"And then you go to the celeb [one] and really you have no idea what you're going to encounter.
"It's like jumping into a river and hoping that it's not moving too fast, that there's not too much mud at the bottom of it," compares the Aussie chef.
"I look forward to the celeb version because I expect it to be more relaxed, more fun, at times," Londoner Wallace confesses.
"Most certainly the one I've had the most laughs on has been Celebrity MasterChef."
Yet they don't actually know who's set to take part until filming begins, Torode points out.
"We get a brief sheet as we're about to walk downstairs," he reveals.
"But that's the joy of it in a way, because you don't have any preconceptions, you just let it roll.
"One of the great joys of MasterChef has always been that we're not scripted; Gregg and I say what we want, but we respect each other's opinions, and always have, and that makes for a great show."
It helps, too, that the show has devised a winning format.
Like previous years, viewers will see five names put through their paces in the Celebrity MasterChef heats each week.
The first challenge being The MasterChef Market, whereby they will stock up on produce, before inventing and cooking a dish for the judges.
The second being the task of cooking in a restaurant kitchen - for paying customers; while the third sees the contestants, back in the studio, preparing a dish of their own design.
As for sending someone home at the end of each heat, "Of course we disagree", Wallace quips. "You do because you're always looking at potential - and that's a gut feeling, isn't it?
"I like to say that John, as a chef, pays special attention to their skill set, and I don't care as much; I just want it to be delicious."
"At the end of the day if it tastes like a bag of muck, then you don't want the person to go through," reasons Torode, who's worked alongside his co-star since 2005.
"What you want to do is find the potential and hope they can get better - and the great thing about MasterChef is it's positive."
"It's gauging how much your mate disagrees," Wallace interjects.
"Does he disagree a little bit or is he absolutely adamant and putting his foot down? And that's just a subtle thing that works between us."
As for what's next for the duo - "We don't really know!" says Torode, who's kept busy during this period filming Instagram cook-alongs at home with wife Lisa Faulkner, as well as their Saturday morning ITV show, John & Lisa's Weekend Kitchen.
Similarly, Wallace has been posting recipes for fans, as well as workout videos, by which account he recently announced the launch of his own fitness website and fitness brand, ShowMe.Fit.
But have the ever-busy pair enjoyed a change of pace?
"Personally, I've had the time of my life," says Wallace, who lives with his wife Anna and one-year-old son, Sid.
"Once I got over the shock of not working, and once I realised I was going to be OK, I've had a wonderful time at home.
"It's really made me consider what it is I do and how I live," he confides.
"I don't think I'll get this opportunity again, to spend this much time with my family."
"There's a lesson to be learnt of how much do you really need to do?" adds Torode.
"I think what's going to happen now, off the back of this, is when people say, 'Can you do this?, a lot of us are going to turn around and say, 'No, actually, I'm going home tonight, I'm going to mow the lawn, I'm going to sit outside in the garden and have a glass of wine with my wife, spend time with the kids and chill out. Thanks very much indeed'.
"I'm very lucky to be able to have that, [though]," he realises.
"There's a lot of people out there, I'm aware, who do not have that choice and it's been a really tough time for a lot of people."
Celebrity MasterChef returns to BBC One on Wednesday, July 1.


thedailyecho--2020-06-28--Tim Henman on the impact of Covid-19 on tennis

Over a decade after his playing days , Tim Henman tells Georgia Humphreys how he spends his free time and discusses the impact of Covid-19 on tennis .
When the Indian Wells tennis tournament was cancelled on March 9 because of concerns about the spread of coronavirus , Tim Henman thought it was a `` bit of an overreaction '' .
Held in California , it 's regarded as the biggest event outside the four grand slams , and many of the players were already on site when the announcement was made .
The situation with the Covid-19 pandemic then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week , big decisions were being made across the world of sport , including the Olympics being postponed to 2021 .
`` Once that had happened , the spotlight was turning very rapidly ; Wimbledon certainly looked at all the different options and it became clear that , first and foremost , cancellation was the responsible thing to do , '' recalls Oxford-born Henman , 45 , who retired from professional tennis in 2007 .
While he never won a grand slam title , his career saw him reach the semi-finals of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and for several years , he was ranked British number one .
Although he and his three daughters , aged 17 , 15 and 12 , have been using the court at their Oxford home during the lockdown , Henman reveals he `` does n't play a great deal of tennis '' now .
`` I 'm much more of a golf addict , so if I 've got a bit of free time , you 're much more likely to find me on a golf course than a tennis court , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ married TV producer Lucy Heald in 1999 .
But likeable Henman is still very much involved with the sport , sitting on the board at Wimbledon , and working as part of the commentary team for the BBC coverage .
On that note , to keep tennis fans entertained this summer , the broadcaster is serving up 50 hours of Wimbledon programming .
Each weeknight for two weeks , Sue Barker will be joined in the studio at the All England Lawn Tennis Club , where Wimbledon is held , by Henman and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Martina Navratilova via videolink .
Together , they will take a look back at some of the highlights from SW19 down the years , plus involve viewers in interactive segments .
Meanwhile , in the daytime , Wimbledon Rewind - presented by Clare Balding - will air memorable classic matches , such as the women 's 1969 final between Ann Jones and Billie Jean King , and the men 's final between Goran Ivanisevic and Andre Agassi in 1992 .
Henman 's first memory of Wimbledon is from 1981 when , aged six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` his hero and idol '' Bjorn Borg play , back when players still used wooden rackets .
`` You look at the roofs now on Centre Court and Court One , the stadium itself , there 's been a lot of change ( at Wimbledon ) , '' he notes .
`` But they 've still kept their core values if you like - and that 's what makes it special .
You 've still got grass , predominantly white clothing , the royal box , all those different elements . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ - the first time he played on Centre Court , against Yevgeny Kafelnikov , who was French Open champion , in 1996 .
`` Those 15 years I felt like I 'd been preparing for it , and to get the opportunity to go out there was something I 'd dreamt of . ''
Asked who he thinks would have won Wimbledon this year had it been able to take place , he does n't hesitate in saying , `` in the men 's , Djokovic would have been a favourite '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ world for a reason right now , and he 's played in big events , he 's defending champion .
It would take a great performance to beat him . ''
`` The men 's is a little bit more predictable , when you look at the big three of Djokovic , Federer and Nadal , whereas in the women 's you could probably come up with a list of 15 or 20 players , '' he continues .
`` I think the one player who 's impressed me enormously with her game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bianca Andreescu , a Canadian girl who won the US Open . ''
Last week , the United States Tennis Association confirmed that the US Open will go ahead behind closed doors in New York at the end of August .
Henman believes that , mentally , players should be able to deal with having had time off from professional tennis , as getting injured goes with the territory of being a sportsman or woman .
But he believes the return to matches could pose a `` challenge physically , because it does @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you train , competition is always going to be a bit different '' .
`` If some of these players are potentially coming into the US Open as their first tournament and playing best-of-five-set matches , that 's not easy , because there can be some very long matches and their bodies just wo n't necessarily be used to that .
`` So , they 'll have to make sure that they take care of themselves .
But I think the vast majority are really keen to get back out there because they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suggests tennis has `` really been one of the leaders in equality '' .
`` When you look at the combined events , led by the grand slams , I think the sport is in a good place , '' he adds .
But there 's more to be done , and he says an interesting topic going forward will be whether the ATP ( Association of Tennis Professionals ) and the WTA ( Women 's Tennis Association ) will merge .
`` I think the devil will be in the detail , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the sport together and perhaps be able to sell one product - when you talk about television rights and sponsorship - and give that sort of consistency , it would obviously make sense .
`` But it 's not that straightforward ; they 're two separate organisations which employ a lot of different people and different partnerships . ''
We also discuss the accessibility of tennis , which he agrees has always been a challenge in the UK .
`` There are defining factors , the weather being one of them , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , since people have been able to get out and exercise , I think tennis , we 've seen participation really increase massively .
`` I hope that continues , because it 's a great game , it 's an active , healthy lifestyle and it 's certainly a sport that you can pretty much play forever . ''
Wimbledon Rewind will be on BBC Two from June 29 at 1.45pm .

When the Indian Wells tennis tournament was cancelled on March 9 because of concerns about the spread of coronavirus, Tim Henman thought it was a "bit of an overreaction".
Held in California, it's regarded as the biggest event outside the four grand slams, and many of the players were already on site when the announcement was made.
The situation with the Covid-19 pandemic then moved alarmingly quickly, and week by week, big decisions were being made across the world of sport, including the Olympics being postponed to 2021.
"Once that had happened, the spotlight was turning very rapidly; Wimbledon certainly looked at all the different options and it became clear that, first and foremost, cancellation was the responsible thing to do," recalls Oxford-born Henman, 45, who retired from professional tennis in 2007.
While he never won a grand slam title, his career saw him reach the semi-finals of the men's singles at Wimbledon four times, and for several years, he was ranked British number one.
Although he and his three daughters, aged 17, 15 and 12, have been using the court at their Oxford home during the lockdown, Henman reveals he "doesn't play a great deal of tennis" now.
"I'm much more of a golf addict, so if I've got a bit of free time, you're much more likely to find me on a golf course than a tennis court," quips the sports star, who married TV producer Lucy Heald in 1999.
But likeable Henman is still very much involved with the sport, sitting on the board at Wimbledon, and working as part of the commentary team for the BBC coverage.
On that note, to keep tennis fans entertained this summer, the broadcaster is serving up 50 hours of Wimbledon programming.
Each weeknight for two weeks, Sue Barker will be joined in the studio at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, where Wimbledon is held, by Henman and Boris Becker, plus John McEnroe and Martina Navratilova via videolink.
Together, they will take a look back at some of the highlights from SW19 down the years, plus involve viewers in interactive segments.
Meanwhile, in the daytime, Wimbledon Rewind - presented by Clare Balding - will air memorable classic matches, such as the women's 1969 final between Ann Jones and Billie Jean King, and the men's final between Goran Ivanisevic and Andre Agassi in 1992.
Henman's first memory of Wimbledon is from 1981 when, aged six, his mum took him to watch "his hero and idol" Bjorn Borg play, back when players still used wooden rackets.
"You look at the roofs now on Centre Court and Court One, the stadium itself, there's been a lot of change (at Wimbledon)," he notes.
"But they've still kept their core values if you like - and that's what makes it special. You've still got grass, predominantly white clothing, the royal box, all those different elements."
Another fond memory is 15 years later - the first time he played on Centre Court, against Yevgeny Kafelnikov, who was French Open champion, in 1996.
"Those 15 years I felt like I'd been preparing for it, and to get the opportunity to go out there was something I'd dreamt of."
Asked who he thinks would have won Wimbledon this year had it been able to take place, he doesn't hesitate in saying, "in the men's, Djokovic would have been a favourite".
"He's number one in the world for a reason right now, and he's played in big events, he's defending champion. It would take a great performance to beat him."
"The men's is a little bit more predictable, when you look at the big three of Djokovic, Federer and Nadal, whereas in the women's you could probably come up with a list of 15 or 20 players," he continues.
"I think the one player who's impressed me enormously with her game and she's still very young is Bianca Andreescu, a Canadian girl who won the US Open."
Last week, the United States Tennis Association confirmed that the US Open will go ahead behind closed doors in New York at the end of August.
Henman believes that, mentally, players should be able to deal with having had time off from professional tennis, as getting injured goes with the territory of being a sportsman or woman.
But he believes the return to matches could pose a "challenge physically, because it doesn't matter how much you practise and you train, competition is always going to be a bit different".
"If some of these players are potentially coming into the US Open as their first tournament and playing best-of-five-set matches, that's not easy, because there can be some very long matches and their bodies just won't necessarily be used to that.
"So, they'll have to make sure that they take care of themselves. But I think the vast majority are really keen to get back out there because they love what they do."
Henman suggests tennis has "really been one of the leaders in equality".
"When you look at the combined events, led by the grand slams, I think the sport is in a good place," he adds.
But there's more to be done, and he says an interesting topic going forward will be whether the ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) and the WTA (Women's Tennis Association) will merge.
"I think the devil will be in the detail," he elaborates.
"To bring the sport together and perhaps be able to sell one product - when you talk about television rights and sponsorship - and give that sort of consistency, it would obviously make sense.
"But it's not that straightforward; they're two separate organisations which employ a lot of different people and different partnerships."
We also discuss the accessibility of tennis, which he agrees has always been a challenge in the UK.
"There are defining factors, the weather being one of them," he quips.
"In actual fact, since people have been able to get out and exercise, I think tennis, we've seen participation really increase massively.
"I hope that continues, because it's a great game, it's an active, healthy lifestyle and it's certainly a sport that you can pretty much play forever."
Wimbledon Rewind will be on BBC Two from June 29 at 1.45pm.