Market Magazine - Melksham

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MARKET MELKSHAM edition

DECEMBER 2012

Devizes and Melksham editions delivered free to homes and businesses with over 22,500 readers

Issue 9

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USEFUL NUMBERS COUNCILS: Melksham Town Council - 01225 704187 Melksham Wo Parish Council - 01225 705700 West Wiltshire District Council - 01225 776655 Wiltshire County Council - 01225 713000 Highways Department - 01225 702649 POLICE: (Emergency 999) Melksham Police - 0845 405 7000 Devizes Police HQ - 01380 722341 Trowbridge Police - 01225 763101 Chippenham Police - 01249 449668 Devizes Police traffic dpt - 01380 722141 Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111 MEDICAL: Melksham Hospital - 01225 703088 Bath RUH - 01225 428331 Trowbridge - 01225 752558 Health Authority - 01380 733813 DOCTORS: Spa Surgery - 01225 703236 Giffords Surgery - 08444 772565 St. Damians Surgery - 01225 791212 Independent Living Centre - 01380 871007 DENTISTS: Spa Road - 01225 704854 Market Place Dentist - 01225 703232 Regency - 01225 791710 HELP AND ADVICE: Age Concern Headquarters - 01380 727767 Alcoholics Anonymous - 0845 769 7555 Relate (Marriage Guidance) - 01225 765310 Tourist Information Centre - 01225 707424 Samaritans - 08457 909090 NSPCC - 0800 800 500 RSPCA - 08705 555 999 Red Cross - 01380 730131 Melksham Post Office - 01225 708056

Bluestone Gallery Wishing you all a warm and cosy home this Christmas

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‘Citadel’

by Kate Mosse With Citadel Kate Mosse brings us the last in the Languedoc Trilogy. Labyrinth took us to the walled city of Carcassonne, Sepulchre was set in the darkly mysterious town of Rennes les Bains, now with Citadel Mosse brings the reader to the southernmost edge of France.

Set during the second world war, 19421944, Citadel’s heroine Sandrine Vidal, is a resistance fighter who flees Carcassonne for the mountains, where she, a band of female friends and cousins and resistance fighter Raoul, try to staunch the rise of the Germany occupying forces - they plant bombs and set traps in attempts to hinder the Nazis and their French sympathisers.

This group are known as Citadel. These wartime adventures are intercut with the story of the fourth century monk. To truly enjoy this section of the novel I recommend you read the previous two books in the trilogy, as Citadel includes a vital returning character that makes this book all the more enjoyable.

Sent on a secret mission, Sandrine is instructed to track down an ancient codex that it is believed will ensure the final defeat of Hitler’s Germany, and has links to a ghost army. But it is here that she attracts the attention of vicious Leo Authie, a Frenchman paid by a rich collaborator to find the Codex.

Citadel is an old fashioned ripping yarn, as well as a thoughtful, absorbing book about women and warfare. It’s an amazing adventure set at major point in history where the blistering fires of

the war scarred the french and their land near the Spanish border.

Mosse has a terrific feel for time and place, creating the sights, sounds and smells of wartime Languedoc. The novel blends mysticism, rugged action, pace, tension and interest that maintained me through the 800 pages.

‘The Forgotten’

by Michael Marshall It should have been the greatest day of David’s life. A trip to New York, wife by his side, to visit his new publisher. Finally, after years of lonely struggle it looks as though the gods of fate are on his side. But on the way back to Penn station, a chance encounter changes all of that. David bumps into a man who covertly follows him and, just before he boards the train, passes by him close enough to whisper: ‘Remember me.’

When the stranger turns up in his home town, David begins to understand that this man wants something from him...something very personal that he may have no choice but to surrender.

Meanwhile, back in New York, ex-lawyer John Henderson does his girlfriend Kristina a favour and agrees to talk to Catherine Warren, an acquaintance of hers who believes she’s being stalked by an ex-lover. But soon John realises that Catherine’s problem is far more complex and terrifying than he could ever have imagined...

There are people out there in the shadows, watching, waiting.

They are the forgotten. And they’re about to turn.

by Kevin Outlaw Kevin Outlaw lives with his wife and daughter in Devizes. The Wing Warrior is the first part of his fantasy series for children and young adults, entitled The Legend Riders, which is available now from Amazon.co.uk in paperback or Kindle format.

“The dragon narrowed its eyes to tiny slits, and then opened its mouth in a terrible scream.

Jets of black fog poured out of its throat, spewing into the courtyard. The air filled with the rotten, earthy stench of a slow and lingering death.”

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A large selection of New and Old World Wines coupled with our locally brewed beers and variety of larger and ciders.

Ten en-suite bedrooms, full Wi-Fi throughout. We cater for Weddings, Parties, Christenings, wakes & more.

We also have a Business centre equipped with full Wi-Fi, overhead projector and screens.

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This delightful 16th Century pub has, for 200 years been the focal point of the village community. We offer a welcoming ambience together with a menu of good home cooked food in the bars & restaurant with a selection of real ales, lagers,wines & spirits Food served daily 12 -2.30pm & 6-9pm Friday & Saturday 12-2 & 5-9pm Broughon Gifford, Wiltshire www.thebellonthecommon.com Tel 01225 782309

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Digital Printing & Lithographic Printing Personal through to Corporate Design Service Available Your Complete Print Solution!

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For further info please contact on 01380 813878 or visit www.aptpainter.com or www.andrewptaylor.co.uk

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Personal Service at Internet Prices Melanie Page Upholstery and Soft Furnishings Upholstery, loose covers, window treatments, blinds and headboards.

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The Chequers, High Street, DEVIZES: 01380 698937 > Affordable kids footwear and outdoor wear < > Footwear measuring and fitting service < > Kids Christmas gift ideas and gift certificates < > Kids play and creative area available to hire < > Fun term time classes and holiday workshops <

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Opening Hours: Sun - Thurs 12 noon - 11pm; Fri 12 noon - 2am; Sat 12 noon - 3am.

The Crown is a popular pub situated in the heart of Devizes and is just a stones throw from the Wadworth brewery itself.

Excellent food and drink, great service, sports coverage and late night weekend entertainment make this a pub that has something for everyone.

Families with children of all ages are very welcome too.

For more information on menus etc please visit our website

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We source all our wood locally to help the environment Local delivery is included in our competitive prices Order online, by phone or in person and leave the rest to us

Lots of great Christmas Gift ideas in store NOW! Honeystreet Sawmills & Country Store Honeystreet, Woodborough, Pewsey, SN9 5PS

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December in the Garden

D

ecember is not generally our most extreme weather month and one can expect a fair amount of clear frosty mornings and plenty of sunny days.

With the light fading so fast - this is the month for getting up early and stuck into any tasks that haven’t been finished in the garden. Below are some of the things you could be getting on with: Continue with your winter digging but only if the soil conditions and weather suit - not too wet or frozen.

If you are on clay I would imagine that you can probably forget about it.

Prune bush roses back by half or so to stop them being damaged in the wind.

This a good time of the year to plant bare root shrubs and trees while the ground is warm.

You may still have time to repair lawns if the weather allows.

Make sure you don’t walk on the lawn when there is a frost, all you will do is leave big brown foot prints where you have broken the brittle grass stalks.

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sunlight and water them sparingly.

If you haven’t done so - insulate the inside of the greenhouse with bubble wrap. Also insulate your cold frames and on really cold nights cover the cold frame with an extra layer.

Just because the air is colder now that should not prevent you ventilating your greenhouse and coldframes on the sunnier days of the month.

This will prevent stale air and the dreaded spread of damping off.

Keep birds stocked up with fresh water, seeds and any scraps from the house but go easy on white bread.

Clean away any damaged or diseased material in and around shrubs and trees. Mulch around all fruit trees and shrubs that have been pruned.

When tidying up the garden, leave a pile of wood, and leaves in a corner providing somewhere for any hibernating insects or little animals. Always check for animals before clearing anything in the garden.

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Office / desk space to let in central Devizes Flexible Lease Terms Offices / Desks range from 1/2/3/4 desk offices DESCRIPTION Located in central Devizes, the historic Sandcliff House, offers a variety of newly refurbished, first floor office / desk space. These are offered on flexible lease terms.

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SUNDAYS 11.00am-6.00pm: Craft fair at Lacock Village Hall. Held every Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays. Admission free!

MONDAYS 5.00pm: Shapes slimming club at the Rachel Fowler Centre, Spa Road. 5.00pm: Weigh and go. 6.00pm: Weigh and stay. For more information log on to www. shapesslimming.co.uk or call 01380 828372.

7.00 - 8.30pm: Melksham Netball Club meet (weather permitting) on the outdoor courts beside Melksham House. Ages from 15+. All abilities.

6.30pm-9.30pm: Radio Controlled Car Racing at Melksham Assembly Hall. All Welcome. www. wwmcc.com for details.

7.30pm-9.30pm: Do you want to experience English Country Dancing? Why not join us? It’s good fun & good exercise. Just come along to one of our meetings at the Riverside Club, Bath Road or contact Geoff on 703650.

8.00pm: The Wessex Branch of the MG Owners Club meet on every fourth Monday of the month at The Bell on the Common, Broughton Gifford. All owners of MGs or Classic Sports Cars are welcome. Full details are on our website at www.wessex mgclub.org.uk TUESDAYS 10.00am-11.30am: Melksham & District LINK coffee morning United Church, Melksham. Everyone welcome.

10.15am-12.00am: Shaw & Whitley Toddler Group, the Reading Rooms, Whitley.

Come along and join the fun.

10.30am: Regular storytime session at Melksham Library for young children. Tel. 01225 702039.

2.30pm-4.45pm: Melksham 60 Plus Club is a social club for the over 60s that meets every Tuesday at The Riverside Club. Enq. 703071.

7pm-8pm: Beginners Tai Chi for health at St Andrew’s Church Hall. Contact MaryAnn on 07711 871750.

7.30pm: Melksham Gardener’s Society meet at the Rachel Fowler Centre every last Tuesday of the month. New members are always welcome.

8.00pm: Melksham Lions meet 1st Tuesday of every month at Melksham House.

New members especially welcome. if interested please telephone 0845 837 7401 WEDNESDAYS 9.30am-10.45am: Xercise at the town hall. Keep fit for the more mature (active group). Contact 07711 871750.

9.30am - 11.30am: Good Neighbours Club is a social club for the over 60s; every

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Wednesday Morning, at Rowley Place Community Hall. Call 705645.

10.00am-12.00pm: Bowerhill Toddlers for 0-4 year olds meet at Bowerhill Village Hall.

All welcome. Contact Karen on 01225 700041 for more details.

11.15am-12.30pm: Beginners’ Tai Chi for health at Melksham Town Hall. Call MaryAnn on 07711 871 750.

6.15-7.45pm: Beginners Yoga Class at Melksham Town Hall - contact Pete Savin 01225 858961 7.45-9.15pm: Experienced Yoga Class at Melksham Town Hall - Contact Pete Savin 01225 858961 8.00pm: Royal Air Force Association meet on the last Wednesday of every month at Melksham House, Melksham. All welcome.

THURSDAYS 9.45am-11.00am: Xercise at the town hall. Keep fit for the more mature (active group). 11.15am-12.15pm: Xercise, gentle group. Contact 07711 871750.

10.00am-11.45am: Little Teddies Toddler Group meet at the Baptist Church, Old Broughton Road on Thursdays (term time). Call Sarah on 791305. (The friendly toddler group with an active social life).

7pm-8pm: Melksham Wado Karate Club - new members - age 6 upwards including adults. The Manor School, Ruskin SIte. Lowbourne. First lesson free. Tony Stannard 01225 344825.

FRIDAYS 10.15am: The Friday Club (ex Melksham CSRF) meet for coffee and tea and a chat at Melksham House. Everyone is welcome.

1.00pm: Busy Bees Patchwork and Quilting meet fortnightly at Bowerhill Village Hall Cost £2.50 includes refreshments. Beginners welcome. Further information, contact Marilyn Mills on 01225-708600.

1.00pm: Chairobics - ladies and gents, multi level exercise class for the more mature. Queensway Hall, tea and coffee follow. Contact Claire Poole for details 07909987811.

1.00pm-4.00pm: Craft Chat & Coffee meets fortnightly at Bowerhill Village Hall. £2, which includes refreshments. Each person should bring along some craft of any kind i.e. knitting, sewing, quilting, lace-making, beading, etc., etc. To find out more, contact Jenny Butcher on 01225 353123. saturdays 7.30-9.30: The Pickwick Club in Corsham naturist evenings, with swimming, sauna, jacuzzi and a steam room. First, third and fifth Saturday in each month. For more information phone 01249 712092 or 07952 298741.

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To Advertise Call Toby 01672 851240 or Phil 07850 310451

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Telephone Alex on 01380 813723 or FREEPHONE 0800 3288 265 www.firealarmconsultancy.co.uk Your Safety is our Priority!

All work is carried out to BS:5839: Part 1:2002 and BS5266: Part 1:1999 We are registered Safecontractor and a Member of The Guild of Master Craftsmen and the FPA (Fire Protection Asscoiation)

Matching Your Passion

with Ours

The Peppermill

The Peppermill Bistro . Café . Deli 40 St John’s Street Devizes Tel: 01380 710407

Christmas Menu Starters

Winter vegetable soup Poached pear in mulled wine with a blue cheese and walnut salad Pan fried tiger prawns in a chilli & garlic sauce Chicken liver & brandy pate with homemade crusty bread

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Mains

Traditional roast turkey with all the usual festive trimmings Oven baked pheasant breast wrapped in Parma ham with braised puy lentils and a chestnut purée Roasted rump of lamb with caramelised onion mash and a rosemary jus Griddled sea bass with pan fried vegetables and an olive tapenade Roasted cherry tomato, basil and Italian cheese tartlet with dressed leaves

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Desserts

Steamed Christmas pudding with brandy cream

Meetings by Appointment

Chocolate truffle torte with vanilla ice cream

info@cakesbychrissie.co.uk

Vanilla panacotta infused with orange with a damson coulis

0773 777 1718

A selection of fine cheese from our deli with homemade chutney

Sticky toffee pudding with custard

 Coffee and mince pie

Two courses £21.95 Three courses £24.95 Bookings being taken for Monday – Saturday, lunch and dinner

www.cakesbychrissie.co.uk

From the 1st December 2012

Devizes, Wiltshire

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