Signpost September 2020

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THE September 2020

THE MONTHLY MAGAZINE FOR LITTLE & GREAT SOMERFORD, STARTLEY, SEAGRY, RODBOURNE & CORSTON

A Stroll along the Ridgeway Have you voted yet?

See important announcements on Page 2

Important Announcements Announcement 1 You may have heard that Fourways Stores has been nominated as “Best Village Shop” in the the Wiltshire Village of the Year competition and has now been shortlisted to the last three!

Rohit and his team have been, and continue to be, an essential part of our community’s response to the Covid-19 crisis and deserve to win this award.

Voting to see which of the three shortlisted shops will be named as Best Village Shop in Wiltshire is open until Friday 28th August and voting can be done via the Wessex Water web site who are the competition sponsors. Voting takes about 30 seconds and can be completed here: https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/voty

Announcement 2 Signpost has been a feature of our community for the past eleven years and has been supported by a stalwart team of editors and compilers throughout that time though, as age has taken its toll, members of the editorial committee are gradually unable to continue for one reason or another.

For Signpost to carry on we need new enthusiastic people to join us. We rotate the editorial/ compiling responsibilities around the team for each edition so that no one is responsible every time, and you approach your next turn with fresh ideas. The only qualification is to be reasonably able to operate a laptop, PC or MAC and use email to communicate with the rest of the committee.

If you are looking for an extra interest do come and join our friendly, supportive team.

For Signpost to continue, WE NEED YOU NOW. For information please contact any member of the Editorial Team or a Village Correspondent

Announcement 3 Provided that circumstances remain as they are currently, and there is no deterioration due to the virus, it is planned to publish the October issue in hard copy once more, especially in response to popular demand

Front and Back Cover: A Stroll along the Ridgeway: Ian Wigmore

Contents Important Announcements............................................ 2 Editorial ............................................................................ 3 Signpost Organising Group.......................................... 3 Local News and Events ......................................... 4-5,&7 August in the Free Gardens........................................... 6 Uncovering Great Somerford’s Past .......................... 8-9 Your local food services ........................................ 10-12 Picture Quiz .................................................................... 13

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Chef’s Pantry .................................................................. 14 Riverwatch & Quiz Answers........................................15 School report.............................................................. 16-17 Councils...................................................................... 18-19 Advertisements ......................................................... 19-31 Church services .............................................................. 32 Contacts ........................................................................... 33 Back Page ........................................................................ 34

Editorial It’s always good to find the positives in any situation, although I have to be honest, several months of homeschooling two primary school aged children tested this to the limit. However, whilst they may not know their fronted adverbials from their subordinate clauses, they are now capable of making a decent cup of tea, baking a cake, riding their bikes safely on the road and making their own lunch. In terms of life skills it’s been a total success.

The ‘Great Pause’ made me feel so grateful to be living in such lovely countryside and to use the time to reconnect with nature. As a family we watched the blackbirds in our garden raise and fledge two broods. The robin and pied wagtails were also a delight to watch, carefully feeding their young. Our hedgehog has grown fat on our snails and the house martins returned as joyful as ever. It was our very own Spring/Summer/AutumnWatch. We have noticed the elderflowers turn to berries and the blackberries ripen seemingly overnight.

Thanks to a new app we’ve also been able to identify some of the flowers we see on our summer walks. The kids have loved learning their nicknames from the ubiquitous Willowherb (also known as Fireweed) to the Bull Thistle (Spear Thistle) Bitter Sweet (Poisonberry) and the children’s favourite, Tansy Ragwort, also known as Stinking Willie.

I think there are also other positives to come out of our ‘Great Pause’. According to a YouGov Poll only 9% of people want to go back to the way we lived before, rushing around and being busy for busy’s sake. To take just one example, since the beginning of lockdown there has been a change in eating habits, families have had more family meals, reconnecting through the ritual of eating together, valuing their food more and shopping differently, supporting smaller and more local businesses.

Small acts of kindness from individuals and communities pulling together to support each other is another benefit of the lockdown. There have been countless examples throughout our villages of individuals and groups working to help those shielding or in need of assistance. Technology has greatly enabled and facilitated much of this and I’m sure we all hope this nurturing of online and offline connections continues.

Finally, congratulations to Rohit and his team at the Fourway Stores in Great Somerford who have been short-listed to the final three in the ‘Best Village Shop’ category in the Wessex Water Wiltshire Village of the Year Competition. Voting takes about 30 seconds and can be completed here; https:// www.wessexwater.co.uk/voty. Voting closes on 28th August. Good luck Rohit!

Lucy Dalgleish

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Local news and events Donations We have received with thanks a donation of £20 since our last edition.

Anyone wishing to make a donation towards the cost of producing Signpost should send a cheque to The Hermitage, Corston, Malmesbury, SN16 0HB. Thank you.

From the Registers The Marriage of James Redler and Helen Patricia Pring, both of Sutton Benger took place at Seagry Church on Saturday 15 August. We send them our very best wishes for their future together.

SEAGRY & STARTLEY RECREATION GROUND TRUSTEES ARE SORRY TO INFORM YOU THAT THE SEPTEMBER 2020 CAR WASH IS CANCELLED.

Help for our Churches The COVID Pandemic has created major funding challenges for our churches, as it has for many other institutions and charities. Planned services and fundraising events have not taken place since the end of March, but regular bills still have had to be paid including insurance premiums, electricity payments, upkeep and repair bills as well as payments to the Diocese for clergy and for administration. In many cases, there is little or no income coming in to cover these costs and some of our churches are facing a crisis. Do we want to find yet more of our facilities are no longer available when the Pandemic is over?

If you feel you can make a donation to help your local church, please contact the Treasurer of your Parish: Great Somerford: Mark Vincent - 01249 721420 Little Somerford: Simon Nuttall - 01249 720978 Corston & Rodbourne: Maureen Inwards - 01666 822775 Seagry: Sheena Tilley - 07801 749544

Great Somerford 2020 Vision Hundred Club Lottery – Results On Sunday 2 August, Jude Picton Phillipps once again drew the numbers and the winners, in no particular order, were Glyn Farmer, Tim Rombach and Richard Wood. Congratulations to all three of them.

The next draw will be on Sunday 6 September. If you would like to take part please contact Tom Picton Phillipps on 01249 721202 or at tom.pictonphillipps@btinternet.com or knock on his door at 4 Paddock Close. It only costs £5.00 a month.

Depending on the degree to which support is maintained or enlarged the level of prizes (currently £125, £75 and £50 monthly) may have to be varied.

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Corston & Rodbourne Reading Room 200 Club March 1st 2nd 3rd April 1st 2nd 3rd May 1st 2nd 3rd June 1st 2nd 3rd July 1st 2nd 3rd

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Norma Staniforth Perran Selina Barry Gunton

Corston Corston Corston

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Lizelle Pitman Julie Eatock Margaret Bayliss

Corston Corston Corston

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Richard Dolman Piers Dibben David Keen

Milbourne Rodbourne Corston

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Jane Grafftey-Smith Elaine Holstead Sue McDonald

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Pete Powell Alex Butler Daniel Chivers

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Any enquiries regarding the 200 Club, please contact Norma on Tel: 01666 825303.

Malmesbury & District U3A Malmesbury & District U3A is keeping in touch with members with regular editions of the Lockdown News. Some groups are meeting virtually while others are beginning to meet face to face in line with National U3A guidelines.

We are enjoying monthly meeting via Zoom and up to 80 members have enjoyed talks on Bow-in-theCloud vineyard in Charlton and the History of Bradenstoke Priory in the Parish of Lyneham.

Further talks via zoom are planned for the autumn.

Local news and events Malmesbury U3A is 5 years old and we look forward to being able to celebrate this milestone when life returns to normal. If you are retired or semi-retired do join us (now or in a few months time). We have more than 500 members and 40 different interest groups including book group, history, gardening, dancing, theatre trips, languages, walking etc. Check our website for an up –to-date list of groups and other information: www.malmesburyu3a.org.uk.

Please contact Elaine Sharp for more information on 01666 823568 or e-mail membership@malmesburyu3a.org.uk

Seagry Church, Annual Parochial Church Meeting Monday 7 September 6.00 pm in the Churchyard Our APCM had to be postponed due to lock-down but we plan to meet in the churchyard as above. If the weather does not allow we shall meet in the church. The Churchwardens and Parochial Church Council hope you can join them.

Seagry Church, although tucked away in Lower Seagry, is there for the whole community and we would be very pleased if you would come to the meeting to hear about your church. The everyday running of the church and churchyard is carried out by a few people, but it is there for all of us especially in time of need and for christenings, weddings and funerals.

We look forward to seeing you.

Jo Crosland and Eleanor Horner (Church Wardens)

LITTLE SOMERFORD PARISH COUNCIL NEEDS YOU! Get involved in your village: • • • • •

We have a vacancy for a new Parish Councilor We have allotments available to rent We have a paddock available to rent Help us run a fantastic Book Exchange Take part in the Village Litter Pick on 13 September at 10am

MALMESBURY & DISTRICT LINK Registered Charity No 1043099

LINK is a local charity which enables patients without access to transport to attend medical appointments. We are continuing to operate during the current Covid-19 pandemic.

If you need help to get to a medical appointment or to collect a prescription, please contact us on 01666 840861 between 09:00 and 13:00 Monday to Friday or send an email to: coordinators@malmesburylink.co.uk

Update from Ben Barton On my visit to Ben on Sunday 16 August, I found him in his wheelchair enjoying the garden outside. It had been a week since he was able to sit outside due to the heat and the rain.

Ben said he was feeling all right, his brain is all there, but the connection to speech is sometimes a bit slow. By the end of my visit he was speaking a lot better.

Ben had no copy for this month but promises a small piece for October.

News From St Mary Lands Trust Education Grants 2020/2021 The Trustees wish to remind people living in the parish of Great Somerford including Startley, who wish to be considered for an education grant for 2020/2021, to apply to the Trust in writing. Please state what you intend to do, give some details of the course, training or apprenticeship you will be following together with the approximate costs involved and whether or not any other grants are being applied for.

Applications must be made by Friday 25 September 2020 to: Sarah Brunskill, St Mary Lands Trust, c/o Rosewood, Dauntsey Road, Great Somerford, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5HS .

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August in the Free Gardens August in the Free Gardens The plots are now in full swing and the watering, weeding and slug-watching is paying off. Potatoes are being cleared, onions lifted and the courgettes seem to double in size every day. As well as an abundance of produce, there are many flower patches such as calendula, dahlias, cornflowers and some incredible towering sunflowers.

By the time you read this, we shall have had a socially distant ‘social’ with as many plotholders being at their plots at the same time to mark National Allotments Week and the 211th Anniversary of the Great Somerford Enclosure Award when the Free Gardens were secured for residents of the village to grow fruit and vegetables for themselves and their families. We have been so fortunate here that the Free Gardens have been able to remain open throughout the lockdown and that the benefits of all the hard work and extra time spent are starting to be enjoyed.

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There are few possibilities for starting to grow crops this late in the season but August is sometimes called the second spring with several varieties of salad and brassicas still suitable for sowing. It’s also a good time to start saving seed from this year’s crops for next year especially with the recent reported increase in demand for seeds from suppliers – there are many tips and hints online including a very comprehensive guide from Garden Organic, home of the Heritage Seed Library https:// www.gardenorganic.org.uk/seed-saving-guidelines The Allotment Holders Group is independent of the Trustees of the Free Gardens who are responsible for the administration of the plots and the site. If you’d like an allotment please contact Dave Butcher on 01249 720204. If you’d like more information about the Allotment Holders Group, please email Janice or Clare at gsallotmentholders@gmail.com.

Janice Botterill & Clare Eaton

Local news and events Little Somerford W I Although regular meetings ceased back in March, the Committee have met several times (in Fiona’s garden) to discuss the possibility of restarting our meetings in the Autumn. Following risk assessment guidelines and advice from the LSVH Committee, it is still not possible to recommence at present.

However, on a lovely sunny afternoon at the beginning of August 12 members held a social meeting in Fiona’s lovely garden with tea and coffee and home-made biscuits. It was great to catch up with members who had been in lockdown since March and there are plans to meet again soon – and possibly have a pub lunch at Lea.

(IN THE GROUNDS OF SOMERFORDS’ WALTER POWELL SCHOOL)

AGE 2- 4 YEARS OPEN DAILY 8.45AM – 3.00PM EVERYONE IS VERY WELCOME PLEASE CALL TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO LOOK AROUND OUR RURAL PRE-SCHOOL

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Uncovering Great Somerford’s Past During the Covid 19 lockdown period I carried out an archaeological excavation in Great Somerford.

The site is in the old part of the village and is opposite the church in the field on the South side of the road. Many years ago some gravel was extracted from the field but no other activity has been recorded except being used as a car park on special occasions for the church. The field in front of the church has a medieval track running diagonally through it leading between the church and the Norman mound down to the ford.

The discovery of the site came about when the owners of the field, Peter and Debbie Fitzcharles, wanted to improve the drainage for car parking as it gets very wet and boggy in wet weather. Toby Sturgis agreed to remove the soil down to the base gravel level to allow it to be built up and the top soil replaced. When I was invited to look at the work being carried out I noticed two large stones that were exposed at the South end of the excavation along with other smaller stones (1).

of the top soil removed so that a understanding of the site could be made.

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(3) Detail of corner of building.

(1) Stones revealed I asked Peter and Debbie if I could uncover them to see if they would lead to anything of interest as they looked too regular to be random stones. I soon revealed the corner of a building seen in photographs (2&3).

I informed Peter and Debbie that I would need to let Wiltshire Archaeology know about the site. This was done on the 15th of May. Toby was keen to backfill the rest of the site and re-seed it as soon as possible. This was done up to the edge of the dig and at the same time the dig site top soil was removed under my supervision.

As the dig progressed it became evident that the foundations of what would have been a substantial building for the period was being revealed (4).

(2) Corner of the building exposed Animal bones and early medieval potsherds were also found that matched those from the waster kiln found in our garden. I was given permission to continue with the dig and it was agreed to have more 8

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(4) Main walls being uncovered

Uncovering Great Somerford’s Past The final result was a building 5 metres long by 3.86 metres wide with a central internal wall and two rooms with stone flagged floors (5&6). A photographic record was kept of the progress of the dig along with a collection of items of archaeological interest found on the site.

The majority of the finds were potsherds and bones with a few nails of the period, along with part of a spindle whorl and a stone gaming piece. Rims of 48 vessels have been identified along with 27 bases, 4 handles and 5 feet. The most complete find was a broken cooking pot (7) that will be put back together so that it can go on display. The bones, teeth and jawbones, were from sheep, pigs or boars and birds.

(5) General view of the building.

(7) Base and rim of cooking pot.

One of the bones had been shaped down to a point to be used as a tool for some purpose. A group of large bones was from a cow or oxen (8).

(8) Large animal bones All of the finds, along with wood and charcoal samples, will be sent to Wiltshire Archaeology for more positive identification.

The site will be covered over to preserve it for future generations who may wish to uncover it for further research. A geophysical survey of the field will be carried out to determine if there are other structures in the field.

The conclusion is that Great Somerford now has the stone built base of an early medieval building that adds to the history of the village.

Hector Cole (6) Aerial view of building.

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Your local food services Radnor Arms � To ensure our customers feel secure, we have redesigned the interior of the pub and introduced divides between tables for people to dine in. � New opening hours Wednesday – Sunday � Revised takeaway menu available with the most popular dishes on, alongside our Dine-In menu. � Tables need to be booked in advance and takeaways pre-ordered.

To book / order please call Paula on 01666 823389 or 07912868111.

Please visit our website www.radnorarms.com for full details of opening hours and menus.

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Great Somerford, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5EL Follow us on www.facebook.com/volunteergreatsomerford for updates on events and specials

Thank you to all who have supported us during the last 3 months, and we look forward to seeing old and new faces back in our pub. However, these are strange times and for the many who s�ll have concerns venturing out too soon; WE ARE CONTINUEING WITH OUR TAKEAWAY MENU. Order from 12pm to 8pm for collection between 5pm to 9pm Tuesday to Saturday and 11pm to 3pm on Sunday.

Please call 01249 720316 or order online at https://www.paymentsense.com/volunteer-inn/

OUR POPULAR SUNDAY NIGHT QUIZ IS BACK! EVERY LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH - £2 PER PERSON (1/2 OF WHICH GOES TO A CHARITY OF YOUR CHOICE)

We are OPEN Tuesday to Sundays, serving food ALL DAY every Friday and Saturday Tel: 01249 720316 Email: info@volunteerinn.co.uk

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Your local food services September at The Somerford Arms

Thank you from the bo�om of our hearts for all of your ongoing support.

But summer's not over yet …party on down to the Somerford Arms in September – where we are serving delicious food and drinks six days a week We are here to help you celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and any other special occasion you can think of – we can think of plenty!

Have marquee, will party - Available to hire for all your party needs - just ask for details.

Our New Opening �mes: Bar Tuesday - Saturday 12.00pm - 11.00pm Sunday 12.00pm - 6.00pm

Sunday Lunch Served from

Lunch Tuesday - Saturday Served from 12.00pm - 2.00pm

Dinner Tuesday - Saturday Served from 5.30pm - 8.30pm

12.00pm - 3.30pm

Check out our new menus and reserve a table here www.somerfordarms.com

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Your local food services The New Inn Upper Seagry TAKE AWAY CHIP SHOP MENU phone orders only !!

•chicken breast •sausage •scampi •cod •pie, mince beef and onion •burger •mushy pea fritters ALL SERVED WITH CHIPS Served from 6pm until 8 pm Please note this is takeaway only Call 01249 721083 to place your order

Rohit remains open for business, supported by his team in the shop and volunteer deliverers to supply all your needs.

Newspapers, fresh fruit and veg, fresh and frozen meat, ice-cream, bread, alcohol, tinned food, toilet rolls and flour are available as well as cards, stationery, and cleaning products to name but a few. If not in stock we’ll do our best to get it for you.

Post Office also open ONLY 4 PEOPLE in the shop at a time Deliveries (minimum £30) can be arranged.

Please call on 01249 721272 to discuss any order.

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Picture Quiz British wild mammals picture quiz To celebrate our wonderful British wildlife, here is another silly picture quiz! This month, we’re looking at British wild mammals, taking advantage again of full colour in this fifth digital edition of Signpost.

How many can you identify in the grid below? Some a little more ‘lateral’ than others! By all means, compare notes and hints with friends, family and colleagues! This photo quiz will also be posted on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/drredfinrods .

Answers to be published in the October edition of Signpost.

Mark Everard

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Chef’s Pantry

It seems strange to talk about chillies when the weather is changing and isn’t so dry and hot as it has been.

Chillies are relatively easy to grow and there are thousands of different varieties to choose from. However, most are from the same species, Capsicum annum, and are a member of the nightshade family that includes tomatoes and potatoes.

Chillies have been part of the human diet for thousands of years and can be traced back as far as 7500BC in the Americas. Recent research into chilli peppers has found they were domesticated more than 6000 years ago in Mexico.

They are a natural irritant.

The Aztecs would burn them and use them like modern day pepper spray. Nottingham Trent University has researched their use in pain relief, looking at their potential for use in anaesthetic. As chillies have the ability to numb the skin it is possible that a chilli oil extract could be used on patients who cannot otherwise tolerate other anaesthetics or in countries where pain relief is too expensive.

Peppers are broken down into three groups: bell, sweet & hot. It is astonishing that the mild bell peppers are the same species as the super-hot Carolina Reaper chilli.

Capsaicin and related compounds, Capsaicinoids, give the chilli peppers their intensity when eaten. Water stressed peppers usually produce the stronger intensity with those plants increasing the concentration of capsaicin in some parts of the fruit.

When you bite into a raw or cooked chilli, capsaicin binds with pain receptors in the mouth and throat. This evokes pain, which is sent via spinal relays to the brainstem and thalamus where heat and discomfort are perceived. One way to alleviate the pain is to drink milk as it has a fat loving compound called casein. This binds with the capsaicin oil and washes it away. Alternatively, you could try drinking Tequila. 10 shots might do it. Water, however, will never put the fire out.

The intensity or the heat of the chilli is recorded on the Scoville heat units scale or SHU for short.

The peppers most of us know, like the Bell Pepper have no heat units, the Jalapeño has 10,000 units, Cayenne, 50,000 units, Piri Piri has 100,000 units, and the Scotch Bonnet & Bird’s eye have 350,0000 units In 2013 the Carolina Reaper was grown in the USA and has 2.2 million units making it the hottest so far. The Komodo Dragon, 1.4 million, Naga Viper, 1.382 million, 7 Pot Infinity Chilli 1.176 million and the Bedfordshire Super Naga, 1.12 million units all come from the UK. As a nation we consume 12 thousand tonnes annually of this amazing fruit; yes, it’s a fruit.

We use them fresh, dried or pickled. Chillies are often used to make hot sauce like, Harissa & Sriracha and even chilli chocolate.

Top Tip: Just be aware if you do use fresh chillies make sure you have thoroughly washed you hands before doing anything else, as it will sting.

Deborah Loader

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Riverwatch Fruity Fish Many of the fish that inhabit our rivers have highly adaptable diets, making use of available seasonal bounty or foraging for edible remnants in inclement conditions. Numerous species of river fish make preferential use of invertebrates and small or juvenile fish when these abound in warmer times, with an increasing intake of softer and decaying plant matter as river conditions change. We know that our river fish can be flexible in diet in response to available food. However, not everyone realises that many fish make use of fruit in its season.

Elder (Sambucus nigra) bushes are often found near to or else overhanging the banks of rivers. The frothy, fragrant panicles of white blossom thrown out by Elder bushes are a welcome and familiar riparian sight in early summer. So too are the clusters of black or dark purple berries that their pollinated heads morph into by August and September. But look closely into the water under these fruiting bushes, aided by polarising lenses, and you may see dark shapes loafing or darting out to intercept small food items. As many an angler knows, elderberries are a favourite of many of our river fish in this mellow, fruitful season.

Roach (Rutilus rutilus) in particular have a taste for elderberries, but other fish too will gladly accept this seasonal gift from the skies above. Chub (Squalius cephalus) and Dace (Leuciscus leuciscus) are also partial to these juicy berries, and Barbel (Barbus barbus) can also be found scouring the bed beneath fruiting trees. And many are the small species that will peck at softening fruit that may be too large to swallow whole. In fact, it might be quicker to list dedicated predatory river fish species, such as Pike (Esox lucius) and Perch (Perca fluviatilis), that turn up their metaphorical noses at these rich autumnal pickings.

Chub too have a taste for blackberries dropping into the water from overhanging brambles and the crafty angler knows that they can be caught with a judiciously placed blackberry in the right place and season. Other fruit, such as rosehips, the haws of Hawthorn trees (Crataegus monogyna) and the red berries of Guelder Rose (Viburnum opulus) can also be exploited where fruit dropping into river margins are locally abundant.

In strict botanical terms, a fruit is the seedbearing structure of a flowering plant formed from the ovary after flowering. But, if we stretch that definition a little also to other nutritious parts of plants, there are many other ‘fruity fishes’ making use of the transitory abundance of food items as the seasons turn. These include the starch-rich seeds of many species of grass, including diverse wild grasses

but also the various grass species that we humans have selectively bred to serve our needs, such as wheat and barley. Also, many species of water plants, such as various species of Potamogeton and Myriophyllum and also the small lily-like Frogbit (Hydrocharis morsus-ranae), produce dense overwintering structures known as turions – a type of bud capable of growing into a complete plant – that drop into river or pools bed in late autumn to overwinter before regenerating into new plants the following spring. All of these food-rich pickings can be exploited by hungry fish in their season.

And let us not forget the Yellow Water-lily (Nuphar lutea), familiar in many lowland rivers. In its season; after its distinctive yellow flowers have been pollinated by insects this lily produces floating ‘brandy bottle’ fruit (an alternative name for the species is the ‘brandy bottle’) bearing the maturing seeds. No such nutrient-rich offerings go to waste on Mother Nature’s seasonal smorgasbord!

Mark Everard

Answers to the August 2020 British wild butterflies picture quiz Well done those who let me know they had completed this, and/or asked for hints!

As promised, here are the answers to the July 2020 British wild birds picture quiz.

A. Small tortoiseshell; B. Purple emperor; C. Orange tip; D. Purple hairstreak; E. Green-veined white; F. Holly blue; G. White admiral; H. Painted lady; I. Meadow brown; J. Gatekeeper; K. Comma; L. Speckled wood.

Maximum 12 points possible. Congratulations and prizes to everyone.

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Schools Thank you so much to all of the parents for your continued support and hard work during this period of home learning.

We hope that you all keep safe and stay well.

Somerfords’ Walter Powell School News We hope you have all enjoyed the summer and the glorious weather. All children and staff have returned refreshed and with much enthusiasm for the Autumn Term.

Welcome As we begin a new academic year at Somerfords’ Walter Powell we welcome Oliver, Max B, Freddy, Logan, Max M and Lottie into our Reception class.

We also welcome Leah into Year 2 and Lucas into Year 6. They are already settling in very well and we hope they will be very happy with us.

As we continue to adapt to the ‘new normal’ way of school life, we are delighted to inform you that all children are now back at school and learning in their new year groups.

During Term 6 the school work was focusing on the 7 Continents and we all enjoyed traveling around the world together (albeit virtually!). We also said goodbye to our Year 6 children and managed to make their last weeks in school memorable, if a little different. They all enjoyed their picnic in the Jubilee Gardens and their mini party when they posed for the socially distancing ‘Cheers’ photo and even did the conga around the school field!

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Picnic Fun

Pre-school and SHASA Somerfords' Home and School Association (SHASA)

Year 6 Tree Climbing

Walter Powell Pre-school It was lovely to welcome so many Pre-school children back during the Summer Term and we enjoyed many activities outside and all the children seem to have thrived being back with their friends again.

Pre-School Leavers At the end of the summer term we said our farewells to Max B, Max M, Peter, Joshua, Oliver, Freddy and Logan. They were all presented with a pencil case and a leavers card as we wish them all well in their primary schools.

Welcome We welcomed Larissa, Roman and Felix to Preschool this term. They are already settling in very well and enjoying all the new activities and toys.

We are delighted to announce that our Preschool will be open 08.45 – 15.00 Monday to Friday.

We accept children from the age of 2 years. If you are interested please contact the Pre-school on 07931 263909 or alternatively contact the school office on 01249 720797 or admin.swp@dbat.org.uk for more information and an application form.

After an unprecedented few months, Somerfords' Home and School Association (SHASA) has been working hard on fundraising ideas to support Walter Powell School and Pre-school when the children return in September.

We are planning to run our ever-popular Harvest Cafe in the Jubilee Gardens on September 13 from 10 am - 12 noon. Social distancing will be in place and for the first time this year we will accept contactless payments (or exact change). Cotswold Coffee Roasters will be providing their delicious coffee and hot chocolate and everyone is welcome to bring picnic blankets and soak up the atmosphere. As ever, we would be very grateful for any donations of fruit, vegetables, flowers, jams etc. If you can help, please leave donations at 57 Great Somerford (off Seagry Road by the allotments) from August 10.

Village children and their families have been busy on their bikes, scooters and on foot over the summer holidays doing the ‘6 Weeks of Somer Challenge’ - completing 5K, 10K or in some cases, marathon distances. We would like to thank everyone who took part or sponsored family and friends. It is very much appreciated by everyone at SHASA, Walter Powell School and Pre-school.

We hope everyone is staying safe and we look forward to seeing you all over the next school year.

Angela Parr 07946 015547

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LS Parish Council Little Somerford Parish Council The Parish Council held a meeting on August 4 via Zoom.

Wiltshire Council Cllr Sturgis reported that further work is required to clear the drain under the railway bridge on the Great Somerford road. Roads through the village are currently being prepared for resurfacing work.

(Hopefully this will have been completed by now).

The Parish Council is waiting to receive an Agricultural Notice for the barn opposite Field View.

Covid 19 Community Support Zoe Carruthers reported that support supply vastly outnumbered the help needed during the lockdown.

A huge thank you to everyone who got in touch and offered their time. A big thank you to how quickly and easily people came together and helped when called upon. � 34 people / families registered with us – either offering support or requesting it. � We were aware of 6 families who were shielding, some of whom we supported. � In addition we helped 5 individuals, mainly with picking up prescriptions or calling them for a chat.

It should be noted that many people helped others or were supported and did so independently of the village support group.

In light of a possible re-emergence of Covid-19, we would request that wherever possible, residents organise for repeat prescriptions to be delivered by post (via Boots or other suppliers). This is a free service. The support database will remain for the foreseeable future in case we need to request help on behalf of others. If you are on the list, and would like your name removed, please contact Zoe Carruthers via email: zoemcarruthers@hotmail.com or Rachel Nuttall on 01249 720978 The Parish Council would like to thank everyone who has offered and/or helped out, particular thanks are expressed to Zoe Carruthers and Nicky Butcher.

Planning 20/04018/FUL Meadow Cottage The Parish Council has NO OBJECTION to replacement windows and rendering.

20/06325/TCA Rainbow Cottage The Parish Council has NO OBJECTION to the felling of a silver birch tree.

20/04179/VAR Land next to Hitherfields.

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there is an anomaly in the ridge height on the plans and the planning consent conditions. Cllr Sturgis will be raising this with the planning officer as it was noted that approved plans and planning consent conditions must match.

Planning Matters determined by Wiltshire Council 20/02933/PNCOU Russell House Prior Approval Granted 20/03728/TCA Somerford House No objection 20/00132/FUL Church Farm Approve with Conditions 20/03001/LBC Street Farm Approve with Conditions 20/04183/TCA Somerford Barn No objection Finance The Parish Council noted payments and receipts for the year to date, and authorised various payments to be made.

Allotments There are currently 2 allotments available, please contact the Clerk or Cllr Webb for more details Paddock The paddock in Meadow Lane will be available to rent from October 1. Please contact the clerk or Cllr Webb for more details.

Cemetery The Cemetery charges were reviewed and the Councillors decided not to increase the charges.

Footpaths and Rights of Way The Parish Council has completed it’s annual review of footpaths and is currently progressing the actions which arose from this review.

Play Park The Parish Council was delighted to open the Play Park when Government guidelines allowed. Please respect the guidelines for use which are posted on the gate.

Telephone Book Exchange This is a valuable and useful asset to the Village provided it is used properly. Please exchange a book, i.e. take a book and leave a book. No magazines should be left. If there is no room on the shelf, please do not leave any books, but take them to the charity shop. Unfortunately in recent weeks this amenity has been used as a dumping ground for old books and other items. Please help the Parish Council by not abusing this facility.

Vacancy There is currently a vacancy on the Parish Council. If you are interested or would like more details please contact Cllr Cameron via the clerk’s email address.

LS Parish Council and Advertisements Autumn Litter Pick The Parish Council are delighted to be taking part in the Keep Britain Tidy Campaign running in September and will be arranging a village litter pick on 13 September at 10 am, meeting on the Millennium Green. Full details will be available on the Millennium Green Facebook page and on the Parish Council Website.

NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS Please submit your advertisement by the 9th of the month preceding publication unless otherwise advertised. The Editorial Board neither endorses nor accepts responsibility for the services advertised in these pages.

For business advertisers small boxes are available at £3 and £6; ¼ page - £11; ½ page - £22.

Space for full colour advertisements is occasionally available on the back page. All cheques must be made payable to “Signpost”. To place an advertisement please ring Brenda Oliver on 01666 822342

The next meeting will be on October 6. Members of the public can contact the clerk: clerk@littlesomerfordparishcouncil.gov.uk or 01249 720978 if they would like to comment or ask a question at this meeting.

Please look at the Parish Council Website www.littlesomerfordparishcouncil.gov.uk for news and updates.

PROFESSIONAL LOCAL PICTURE-FRAMING SERVICE • Photographs • Watercolours • Mixed media • Memorabilia

• Oil paintings • Textiles • 3D Objects • Boxed frames

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Tom Beeby Garden Maintenance Local, Reliable, Affordable Garden Clearance, Hedge Trimming, Mowing Pruning, Felling Small Trees Qualified Tree Surgeon

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Local independent financial advice you can trust.

Our services include; � Retirement Planning � Investment Advice � Family Protection, Life Assurance � Inheritance Tax Planning

ROYAL WOOTTON BASSETT TREE SURGEONS Lopping, shaping, felling, topping, crown reduction, pruning of all types of trees, hedges and shrubs taken care of.

Conifers a speciality.

Regular contracts undertaken Fully insured FREE estimates without obligation Call: Barry Brown: 07922 881940 01793 853383 45 Downs View, Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 8AZ

Please contact us for a FREE initial meeting Telephone: 01249 720 462, Email: enquiries@integritypi.co.uk www.integritypi.co.uk Unit 3, Gate Farm, Sutton Benger, Wilts SN15 4RE The following advertisers are unable to carry on their work at the present time but hope to resume in a few months: • • • • • • •

Antique Furniture Restorer 01249 720770 GS Community Room 01249 720204 J M Services 07500410803 LS Village Hall 01249 720978 Mayfield Hotel 01666 577409 Peterborough Arms 01249 247833 Starr Pilates 07949341692

Plumbing repairs and installation Do you need C H ...

Central Heating?

Cold / Hot Water?

Then you need Colin Hope A local plumber, based in Yatton Keynell Call Him now!

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Your local manufacturer of :-

Roof Trusses Floor Joists Feature Trusses

Visit our website to find out more:-

Bespoke Garden Buildings

www.stoneleigh�mber.co.uk

Full Sized House Kits

For enquiries and orders Call us on

01380 871 533

Or e-mail

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At Chalkland vets you will find a warm and friendly environment where you and your pets will feel welcome.

Our Services include:Separate dog and cat wai�ng areas Separate dog and cat kennels Consulta�ons Vaccina�ons and neuters Laparoscopic (keyhole) spays Radiography and ultrasound Laboratory services Den�stry Opera�ons

Opening hours Monday - Friday 8.30am - 7pm Saturday 8.30am - 12.30pm

01249 588805 41-42 New Road, Chippenham, SN15 1HL enquiries@chalklandvets.co.uk www.chalklandvets.co.uk

CONNECT COMPUTER

Lavish Locks Mobile Hairdressing Great Somerford

Restyling Cu�ng & Colouring Bridal Hair

Contact Jane on 07789 002216 or 01249 720228 lavishlockshairdressing@gmail.com

SERVICES Based locally. We provide an efficient, honest and friendly service in the comfort of your own home / place of work

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Unique stained glass windows and mirrors Commissions made to your specifica�on Range of fused glass gi�s and jewellery External & internal windows can be supplied double glazed Check-out the website for lots of ideas

www.worksofglass.co.uk 01249721617 – rtaylor@worksofglass.co.uk

STOVE & CHIMNEY LINING SERVICES

QUALIFIED HETAS ENGINEERS www.flus4u.co.uk Great Somerford, Wiltshire

Collier-Marsh Accountancy Chartered Accountants

Accountancy services Bookkeeping Management Information services Payroll Taxation services For Individuals, Sole Traders and Small Businesses Free initial consultation Sutton Benger Tel: 07583 437 689 / 01249 721525 Email: contact@colliermarshaccountancy.co.uk Web: www.colliermarshaccountancy.co.uk

07885 464137 FREE QUOTATION

Gentle Foot Care In the comfort of your own home ACER TREE SURGEONS ARBORICULTURAL ASSOCIATION APPROVED CONTRACTOR As your local Arborist, we are passionate about providing a bespoke service when looking a�er you and your trees.

Services include: • Tree Removals, Dismantles and Felling • Crown Reduc�ons, Re-Shaping and Pruning • Hedge Cu�ng • Management of Dangerous Trees • Stump Grinding and Removal • Free Quota�ons and Tree Health Check Please contact us for free help and advice regarding your trees.

Adam Roberts M. Arbor. A, FdSc Arb ND Arb Tel: 01666718078 / 07843082634 Email: adamroberts@acertreesurgeons.co.uk

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Heather Joanna Baker S.A.CDipFHPA S.A.CDipFHPAT Nail Cutting – Filing – Thick Nail Reduction Removal of Callus (Hard Skin) & Corns ….

For all enquiries please contact

07580 089906 Email – heatherjoannabaker@hotmail.co.uk Registered Foot Health Practitioner serving the community of Sutton Benger and the surrounding villages.

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DO YOU HAVE A MOLE PROBLEM? With over 30 years’ experience in tradi�onal mole control I can effec�vely, discreetly and humanely remove the culprit(s)!

No gas, chemicals or poisons used and completely safe to children and pets.

NO MOLE – NO FEE Rabbit control also undertaken Fully insured and references available Member of the Bri�sh Mole Catchers Register BPCA/RSPH level 2 cer�ficate in pest control.

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MOBILE HAIRDRESSER "Let me come to you!"

Please call Nicky Ross on 01249 720738 Mob: 07841 330880 for an appointment NEED A NEW BATHROOM? PLUMBING & HEATING BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS, WATER SOFTENERS SALES/INSTALLATIONS CALL: PETE HUTCHINS

01249 720345

07760 307151

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♫ PIANO LESSONS ♫ JENNIFER J. TIDMARSH ATM (SMTC) FISM 12, The Street, Hullavington, Chippenham.SN14 6EF Very well established Piano Teacher with over thirty-five years’ experience.

Children from the age of six, teenagers and adults all welcome.

Lessons in Theory of Music also available.

Pupils achieve excellent results in ABRSM exams.

All exam Grades covered up to and including Diploma level

Telephone 01666 837264.

Mobile 07814 103077

Member of the Incorporated Society of Musicians

RICHARD PONTING PROFESSIONAL FLOOR AND WALL TILING All types of natural stone tiles, slate, travertine, flagstones, terraco�a, ceramics Sheet vinyl (inc. Karndean), carpet tiles SUPPLY AS WELL AS FIT Tel: 01249 721229 07966297790

AMHERST TREE CARE Swindon’s No 1

Fully Licensed-Fully Qualified Fully Insured Local Authority Approved Professional Tree Surgeons Tree Surveys & Reports Tree Felling Pruning & Planting Height Reduction Hedge & Flail Cutting Site Clearance Estate Management Grounds Maintenance Excavations Free no obligation quotations A Family Run Business with over 25 years Experience www.treesurgeon.biz 01793 772268 / 07921 856089 amherstcontractors@hotmail.co.uk

Foxley Plumbing & Heating Oil Boiler Installation, Servicing And Repairs Oil Tank Replacement Heating Installation And Repairs Bathroom Installations Unvented Cylinder Systems No Job Too Small

Tim Hibbard Email

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• Small and medium sized business specialists • Cloud accoun�ng specialists • Free ini�al mee�ng & fixed fees available • Free fact sheets and monthly e-news (see our website)

Unit 1 Gate Farm High Street Su�on Benger Wiltshire SN15 4RE

Tel: 01249 720341 Fax: 01249 470560 info@bowenaccounts.co.uk www.bowenaccounts.co.uk

We offer: Nursing Residential Respite Day Care Adrian Cizmas Home Manager

Set in beau�ful gardens overlooking the Vale of Dauntsey, with large ensuite wet rooms, hair salon and residents coffee shop. Whether you are looking for nursing, residential, respite or day care, we would recommend a visit to our home to see for yourself what makes us so special.

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Tel 01666 822363 Hill House Care Home Little Somerford Nr Malmesbury SN15 5BH hillhousemanager@gmail.com

www.cowley-electrical.com Do you find it difficult to get someone to come and do a small job?

* Extra Lights * Additional Sockets * Rewires * Smoke Alarms * New Fuse Boards * Landlord & Homebuyer Inspections Fault finding & Repairs - - -- - -- -- - -- -- - -- - - -- -- - -- - -- -- - -- -- - - -- - -

* Qualified Electrician * Six Year Guarantee * Fully Insured * Reliable Service * Free Quote * Tidy Work *Reasonably Priced

Satisfaction Guaranteed - - -- - -- -- - -- -- - -- - - -- -- - -- - -- -- - -- -- - - -- - -

I will assure you of a quick response and a reasonably priced service Call Neil – Your Local Electrician on

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Single Ply Flat Roofing Specialist �Firestone EPDM Rubber Roofing Systems �20 Year Guarantee �Highly resistant to ozone and UV �Flame-free installa�on �Large seam free sheets �Maintenance free �New build or refurbishment �Firestone Approved Installer

CABINET-MAKER/HOME IMPROVEMENT Storage solutions, bespoke wardrobes/cupboards, shelving/ bookcases: or call to discuss your own design. Free quotations....

Call Rob Griffiths 01249 720309

KEN SHEARING DECORATING Tel: 01666 837589 Mob: 07768 277980 Email: info@twsroofing.co.uk Website: www.twsroofing.co.uk

E B BOILER SERVICES • Oil boiler installation • Servicing, breakdown/repair

Internal and External Painting ● Coving ● Plastering / repairs ● Spray painting ● Window repairs ● Free estimates / quotes ● No VAT charged � Over 25 years experience

For a reliable professional service Tel 01666 823999

Tiller Garden & Landscape Services Established 2004 City & Guilds qualified horticulturalist

TIM MORRIS Erik Beckwith Great Somerford – 01249 721564 Mobile – 07952493160 Email – beck66@btinternet.com

M.Vincent Windows & Glazing For all your glazing needs Wiltshire & Gloucestershire areas Fast, friendly and efficient service Available at your convenience 7 days a week CALL FOR YOUR FREE QUOTATION

07890 138453 / 01666 460106

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Garden care, pruning, planting and design.

Soft and hard landscaping projects, Border renovation, makeovers and tidy-ups Mobile: 07818 072273 Email: tim.morris822@btinternet.com

A J’s Interior & Exterior Decorator Exterior and interior painting and paper hanging Specialising in older properties Free advice and estimates given on request All enquiries welcome Member of Painting & Decorating Association 01249 891192 or 07740 945930

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Church Information Church Services September 2020 Great and Little Somerford We are offering just one service per Sunday in the churches in the Woodbridge Benefice.

6 September

9.30 am

Holy Communion

Woodbridge Team

6 September

9.00 am

Holy Communion

Draycot Ministry Team

13 September

2-3.00 pm

Private Prayer

20 September

9.00 am

Harvest Festival

Seagry

Tim Harle

Corston & Rodbourne For the time being Corston Church remains closed. Rodbourne Church is open for Private prayer on Sunday afternoons by appointment. Please email sarah.railfarm@gmail.com or telephone Susannah Dibben 01666 822103 to arrange.

27 September

10.30 am

Harvest Celebration at Rodbourne led by Andrew Beebee

Malmesbury Abbey Online Daily and Sunday services are available via www.malmesburyabbey.com and the ‘services’ option.

Public services starting again.

Pastoral phone line 07425 527312 Abbey open for cafe, book shop and private prayer daily 9.30 – 3.30 pm

Methodist Services 13 September

6.00pm

Cleverton

Rev. Mark Barrett

27 September

6.00 pm

Cleverton

Rev Geoffrey Floyd

4 October

10.30 am

Great Somerford

David Easter

The above plan for the Methodist services is subject to change; please check the Circuit Website for details of updates.

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Contacts Allotment Gardens Great Somerford.......................................... 01249 720204 Little Somerford .......................................... 01666 823799 Seagry ........................................................... 01249 721046 Somerfords’ Art Circle ............................... 01666 824306 ................................................................... 01666 823799 Astronomy - Somerford Gazers................. 07711 972300 Bell ringing.................................................. 01249 721127 Churches Malmesbury Abbey Office......................... 01666 826666 Woodbridge Group Office (Maggie) ......... 01666 511422 Rector, Rev Steve Wilkinson ..................... 01249 723733 Curate, Rev Mike Graham ......................... 01666 510441 Lay Ministers Debra Evans ................................................. 01666 511158 Tony Yates.....................................................01249 723842 Jane Briggs.................................................... 01666 825996 Churchwardens Corston & Rodbourne (Angela) ................ 01666 822916 Corston & Rodbourne (Susannah) ........... 01666 822103 Gt Somerford (Anna Kent) ........................ 01666 510515 Lt Somerford (Robert Gawthropp)........... 01666 510339 Rev Alison Love (Draycot Benefice)......... 01249 720619 Seagry ........................................................... 01249 720683 Seagry ........................................................... 01249 720429 Draycot Admin (Maggie-Tues. Only) .......01666 511357 Great Somerford Methodist....................... 01249 720687 Roman Catholic (Malmesbury)................. 01666 822331 Café Church ................................................. 01249 721398 Coffee Pots ................................................... 07845 156184 Councils Parish Councils (Clerks) Great Somerford.......................................... 01249 890379 Little Somerford .......................................... 01249 720978 Corston and Rodbourne............................. 07533 879433 Seagry (Viv Vines) ...................................... 01249 890759 Wiltshire Council ......................................... 0300 4560100 Dentists ........................................................ 0845 758 1926 Doctors Malmesbury Health Centre ....................... 01666 825825 Out of hours ................................................. 0300 1115717 Embroiderers' Guild.................................. 01249 721373 Fishing Somerfords Fishing Assn ............ 01666 823799 Gardening Club (Diane Beverley) ........... 01666 824182 Girl Guides.................................................. 01666 825647 Library - Malmesbury ................................ 01666 823611 Library - Chippenham ................................01249 650536 Neighbourhood Watch Little Somerford .......................................... 07711 972300 Great Somerford.......................................... 01249 723754 Seagry ........................................................... 01249 720429 Corston ......................................................... 01666 822691 Rodbourne.................................................... 01666 829445 Startley .......................................................... 01249 720521 Parent & Toddler group............................ 01666 824951 Police Non-emergency Number ........................... 101 Wiltshire Police (Alternative No.) ............. 01380 735735 Post Office.................................................... 01249 721272

Pubs The Volunteer Inn (GS) ...............................01249 720316 Little Somerford Arms ............................... 01666 826535 The New Inn (Seagry)..................................01249 721083 Radnor Arms (Corston).............................. 01666 823389 Recycling (Hills) ......................................... 0845 6032085 Refuse (Wiltshire Council) ........................ 0300 4560100 Seagry & Startley Recreation Ground Trust Upper Seagry (Adele Carnegie)................ 07769 905701 Startley (Jayne Tinslay) .............................. 01249 721082 Shop Fourways Stores, (GS).......................01249 721272 Schools Somerfords' Walter Powell ........................ 01249 720797 Somerfords' WP Pre-School....................... 07931 263909 Seagry School............................................... 01249 720213 Seagry Pre-school........................................ 07773 011321 Malmesbury School .................................... 01666 829700 Scouts, Cubs and Beavers......................... 01666 822651 Sports Centres Activity Zone Malmesbury.........................01666 822533 Olympiad Chippenham ............................. 01249 444144 Lime Kiln Wootton Bassett ........................ 01793 852197 Talking Newspapers ..................................01249 659305 Transport Buses AD Rains ........................................... 01666 510874 Coach hire A James Quality travel ........... 01666 825655 Coach Hire Coachstyle ............................... 01249 782224 Coachstyle Buses ......................................... 01666 510874 National Coaches ........................................ 0870 5808080 Bradies............................................................01249 890794 Taxi AST Ltd .................................................01666 823388 Taxi Abbey Taxis..........................................01666 826072 Taxi Webb Taxis ...........................................01666 823551 Taxi Andycab................................................01666 826525 National Rail Enquiries .............................. 0845 7484950 Driving Miss Daisy ..................................... 07458 012460 Malmesbury & District Link...................... 01666 840861 Village Halls Little Somerford .......................................... 01249 720978 Goss Croft Community Hall ..................... 07779 717663 GS Community room ................................. 01249 720204 GS School Hall ............................................. 01249 720797 Corston/Rodbourne ................................... 01666 824377 Women’s Institute Little Somerford .......................................... 01666 510490 Woodside ...................................................... 01249 720765 Emergencies Highways & street care .............................. 0300 456 0105 Electricity...................................................... 08000 727282 Floodline....................................................... 0845 6026340 Pollution Hotline......................................... 0800 807 060 Wessex Water ............................................... 0845 6004600 Hospitals: Chippenham............................. 01249 447100 NHS Direct ................................................... 0845 4647 Dental Emergency (NHS).......................... 111 Vets George.................................................. 01666 823165 Vets Chalkland ............................................ 01249 588805

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A Stroll along the Ridgeway

Barbary Castle Hill Fort

Is it a lake? No, a solar farm!

Kite Flying on Herdwick Down

Hackpen Ridge car park!

A Storm threatens