Alison Moore’s suspended sentence for assaulting her husband leads to talks of reconciliation and the sale of their £1.2 million home.
The Damerham ‘poogate’ incident
Alison Moore, 63, received an 18-month suspended jail sentence at Southampton Crown Court on 5 November for a violent assault on her husband, Rob Moore, also 63. The incident, which locals have dubbed “poogate,” involved Mrs Moore smearing faeces into her husband’s mouth.
She reportedly told him, “You talk so much s**t, I’m going to make you eat it.”
Despite the severity of the attack, the couple is now discussing reconciliation and has put their £1.2 million Hampshire farmhouse on the market. Mr Moore submitted a victim impact statement but requested it not be read aloud. He also chose not to support a restraining order against his wife, and the pair left court together.
involved Mrs Moore smearing faeces into her husband’s mouth. She reportedly told him,
Court outcomes and property details
- Alison Moore, 63, received an 18-month suspended jail sentence on 5 November.
- The couple’s Damerham farmhouse is valued at £1.2 million and includes a half-acre orchard.
- Mrs Moore has previous convictions for drink driving.
- She was found guilty in 2022 of using violence to secure entry and assault by beating.
- For the 2022 incident, she was ordered to pay Aimee Burnett £500 compensation, £620 in legal fees, and a £95 victim surcharge.
- Mrs Moore also received a 12-month community order, including 12 rehabilitation days and 100 hours of unpaid work.
- Previous attacks on Mr Moore included a broom handle in March 2024 and a wedding ring assault in August 2026.
A history of volatile behaviour
Mrs Moore’s recent conviction follows a pattern of disruptive and violent behaviour documented over several years. She is barred from The Compasses, the local village pub, after an incident where she drank a bottle of wine, took cocaine, and attacked another woman. Pub staff described her as getting “quite out of control after a drink.”
In 2022, Mrs Moore was involved in another court case after confronting Gary House’s partner, Aimee Burnett, at her home. Mrs Moore, who had been drinking wine and taking cocaine, accused Mr House of trying to sleep with her, then dragged Ms Burnett by the hair. She was later found guilty of assault and using violence to secure entry.
The complex nature of domestic abuse
The decision by Rob Moore not to pursue a restraining order against his wife, and their joint departure from court, illustrates the profound complexities often present in domestic abuse situations.
Victims’ choices are frequently influenced by factors beyond the immediate violence, including shared history, financial ties, and a desire for family unity. This case challenges simplistic narratives of victim and perpetrator.
Mrs Moore’s defence cited depression and multiple bereavements, including her mother, father, and sister’s deaths within a short period, as contributing factors to her lack of self-control. While these circumstances may offer context for her actions, they do not diminish the impact of the abuse on her husband or excuse the violence. Addressing these underlying issues is crucial for any genuine change.
Future of the Moore’s relationship
The most pressing question is whether Alison and Rob Moore can genuinely reconcile and build a healthier future together after such a severe and public breakdown of their relationship.
- What specific steps will they take to address the deep-seated issues that led to Mrs Moore’s violent behaviour?
- How will Mrs Moore’s stated determination to change her behaviour translate into sustained action, particularly regarding her relationship with alcohol?
- Will a move away from Damerham truly provide a “fresh start,” or will the underlying dynamics simply relocate without proper resolution?
Reconciliation offers a risky path to resolution
The couple’s pursuit of reconciliation, despite Mrs Moore’s conviction for a deeply disturbing assault and a history of violence, represents a profoundly risky endeavour. While the desire for a “fresh start” is understandable, particularly after significant personal losses, it cannot simply be achieved by selling a house and moving away. True change requires a far more fundamental shift in behaviour and accountability.
Rob Moore’s decision not to seek a restraining order, and his willingness to discuss a future with his wife, suggests a complex emotional bond.
However, without rigorous, ongoing professional support for both parties, and a clear commitment from Mrs Moore to address her alcohol use and violent tendencies, this path risks repeating past patterns. A genuine fresh start demands confronting the past, not merely escaping its location.
The couple’s next steps and property sale
The immediate focus will be on the sale of the couple’s £1.2 million farmhouse, a process that could take several months.
- Any progress in Mrs Moore’s stated commitment to reviewing her relationship with alcohol at the Priory rehab clinic will be significant.
- Observers will watch for concrete signs of the couple’s reconciliation efforts, such as whether they relocate together and how they publicly present their relationship.
- The outcome of their talks about a shared future will reveal whether a genuine path to resolution can be forged.
